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Taking the Oath

Taking the Oath
Vice President John N. Garner issues the oath of office to reelected Oklahoma senator Elmer Thomas in January of 1939. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the Senate Chamber of the era, since photography is routinely prohibited.

 

credit: Library of Congress