THE SWEARING-IN CEREMONIES

The Swearing-In Ceremony:

Benjamin Harrison was sworn-in as the 23rd President of the United States, and Levi P. Morton was sworn-in as the 22nd Vice President of the United States.

Location:

East Portico, U.S. Capitol
Washington, D.C.

Weather:

Rained all day. Total rainfall was 0.86 inches. Took oath of office in a downpour under an umbrella. Estimated noon temperature of 43°F.

Bible:

Bible provided by James H. McKenney, Clerk of the Supreme Court, opened to Psalm 121:1-6.