Reactions to the JFK Inauguration (1961)

In this news segment for Houston's KPRC-TV, broadcast on January 20, 1961, an unidentified reporter assesses Houstonians’ reaction to the inauguration of President John F. Kennedy. Following footage of groups of people watching the ceremony on television, the reporter hits to streets to ask passers-by about what changes they expect to see. Respondents largely share their optimism for the new administration.

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  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, length, sound, description, video