When President-Elect Wilson Moved to Ban the 1913 Inaugural Ball

Newly elected President Woodrow Wilson wanted to do away with the lavish inaugural ball. Take a look at the front page of the Washington Herald from Friday, January 17th, 1913. Totally fascinating for GoDC history nerds.

The Washington Herald on January 17th, 1913
The Washington Herald on January 17th, 1913

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