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Washington's first inaugural address...
Washington's first inaugural address...
Item # 701534
July 02, 1789
THE LONDON CHRONICLE, England, July 2, 1789
* George Washington's 1st Inauguration (historic)
* Start of the modern U.S. government as we know it
In a day when American newspapers with the printing of Washington's inaugural address are well into four figures--if available at all--British newspaper reports become perhaps the last opportunity for a period English language printing at an accessible price.
Great that this report is entirely on the front page, headed: "America" "General Washington's Speech to Both Houses of Congress on the 30th of April, 1789". It is signed by him in type on the last column: G. WASHINGTON.
A great issue for display given its relatively small size & the historic text entirely on the front page.
Complete in 8 pages, 8 1/2 by 11 1/4 inches, great condition.
An extremely historic newspaper.
AI notes: On April 30, 1789, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States in a solemn ceremony held at Federal Hall in New York City, the nation’s temporary capital. Standing on a second-story balcony, Washington was sworn in by Robert Livingston, Chancellor of New York, as a small crowd gathered below to witness this unprecedented event. Dressed in a plain, dark velvet suit that reflected his preference for modesty over pomp, Washington’s presence symbolized the transition from revolutionary general to civilian leader. In his brief inaugural address, he expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him, called for national unity, and highlighted the importance of justice, the Constitution, and the rule of law as foundations for the new government. This ceremony not only marked the beginning of his presidency but also set enduring traditions for peaceful transfer of power and respect for constitutional authority, shaping the fledgling republic’s identity.
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