Year

1961-01-03

Video Details

45:45; color; sound; V-85 EA015; S. 828

Description

This film starts with scenes of a gala party for Bryant on the day before inauguration. Next are scenes of a pre-inauguration breakfast at FSU gym. Gov. Collins and Gov. Bryant make the traditional limousine ride from the Governor's mansion to the Capitol for the ceremony. The film shows the press corps and CBS TV cameras (WTVT) set up for the show. The events include a prayer, introduction of the Governors' wives, the oath of office, handing over of the State Seal, Gov. Bryant's address, the reception line and the inaugural ball.

Corporate Subject

Florida State Capitol (Tallahassee, Fla.)

Geographic Subject

Tallahassee

Personal Subject

Bryant, Farris, 1914-2002
Collins, LeRoy, 1909-1991

Subject

Celebrations
Governors-Florida
Governors-Florida-Inaugural addresses
Gubernatorial elections
Inaugurations
Parties
Political campaigns
Politicians
Politics