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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 2001
Page
9
The article traces presidential inaugurations from George Washington to Bill Clinton, noting how access evolved from Congress hearings to newspaper publication, teletype, film, radio, television, and finally the Internet. It highlights key milestones such as Morse tapping news in 1845 and Clinton’s 1996 online presence.
The article traces Thomas Jefferson as the first president sworn in in Washington DC and describes his second inauguration when he rode from the Capitol to the President's House. A spontaneous Navy Yard crowd joined the procession, a moment that evolved into today’s Inaugural Parade, illustrating emerging American traditions.
A reader activity invites selecting three to five words newly encountered today. Cut out letters from the page to spell each word and pair with a friend to craft a definition for each term.
Multiple student entries share admiration for diverse figures such as a dad grandmother Tiger Woods George W Bush Kobe Bryant and even a teacher. Each piece notes personal influence values and achievements highlighting teaching sports leadership faith and philanthropy through brief bios and personal statements.
James Madison and Dolley Madison attended the first official Inaugural Ball at Long's Hotel in Washington DC. The pageantry reflects the era's ceremonial politics and social spectacle surrounding a new presidency.
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