James Rolph Inauguration as California Governor (silent, 1930)

Creator: A/V Geeks 16mm Films

Description: James Rolph Inauguration as California Governor This 1930 Hearst Metronome News footage captures the inauguration of California's governor-elect James Rolph in Sacramento. Scenes include Rolph taking his oath of office, a grand parade through the city, and lively festivities attended by large crowds celebrating the new administration. The event marks a significant political milestone, showcasing public enthusiasm and support for Rolph’s leadership. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.

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[Music] [Applause] [Music] m [Music] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] huh once again he said once again once again [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] w [Music] [Music] [Applause] [Music] do you solemnly swear that you will support the Constitution of the United States of America and the constitution of the State of California and that you will Faithfully discharge the duties of the office of governor of your state of California to the best of your ability so help you God I do Governor all I dedicate to the advancement of these ideas and to the accomplishment of these objectives all my faculties all my energies and all my experience and God willing I shall not fail [Music]

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