Swearing-In Ceremony for President Woodrow Wilson
Thirty-Second Inaugural Ceremonies, March 4, 1913
Presidential Oath of Office
Administered to Woodrow Wilson by the Honorable Edward D. White, Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Thirty-Second Inaugural Ceremonies
- Bible Used: Same Bible used when he was sworn in as Governor of New Jersey, open to Psalm 119:43-46.
- Attire: Frock coat and rose-colored tie, top silk hat
Vice Presidential Oath of Office
Administered to Thomas R. Marshall.
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Location
East Portico,
U.S. Capitol
Washington, DCWeather
Overcast, but mild. Estimated noon temperature of 55°F.
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Facts, Firsts & Precedents
Inaugural ball was suspended for the first time since 1853. Wilson requested that the ball be cancelled because he found it inappropriate for the solemn occasion.
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Inaugural Committee
- Sen. Winthrop M. Crane (R-ME), Chair
- Sen. Augustus O. Bacon (D-GA)
- Sen. Lee S. Overman (D-NC)
- Rep. William W. Rucker (D-MO)
- Rep. Finis J. Garrett (D-TN)
- Rep. William B. McKinley (R-IL)