Swearing-In Ceremony for President Woodrow Wilson
Thirty-Second Inaugural Ceremonies, March 4, 1913
Presidential Oath of Office
Administered to Woodrow Wilson by the Honorable Edward D. White, Chief Justice of the United States.
Library of Congress
- Bible Used: Same Bible used when he was sworn in as Governor of New Jersey, open to Psalm 119:43-46.
- Attire: Frock coat and rose-colored tie, top silk hat
Vice Presidential Oath of Office
Administered to Thomas R. Marshall.
Library of Congress
Location
East Portico,
U.S. Capitol
Washington, DC
Weather
Overcast, but mild. Estimated noon temperature of 55°F.
Facts, Firsts & Precedents
Inaugural ball was suspended for the first time since 1853. Wilson requested that the ball be cancelled because he found it inappropriate for the solemn occasion.
Inaugural Committee
- Sen. Winthrop M. Crane (R-ME), Chair
- Sen. Augustus O. Bacon (D-GA)
- Sen. Lee S. Overman (D-NC)
- Rep. William W. Rucker (D-MO)
- Rep. Finis J. Garrett (D-TN)
- Rep. William B. McKinley (R-IL)