Portraits

Comedic actress Joan Davis performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949. This photo is a still from the RKO motion picture "George White's Scandals."

Singer and actor George Jessel served as a Master of Ceremonies and performed three songs at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Singer Phil Regan served as a Master of Ceremony and performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Singer Jane Powell performed "Love Is Where You Find It" and "Buttons and Bows" at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949.

Dancer and actor Gene Kelly served as a Master of Ceremonies and performed at the Inaugural Gala held January 19, 1949. This photo is a still from the MGM motion picture "Living in a Big Way."

Photograph of James Boyd, Director of the United States Bureau of Mines.

Photograph of James Boyd, Director of the United States Bureau of Mines.

Photograph of James Boyd, Director of the United States Bureau of Mines.

Camera reflection portrait of Senator J. Howard McGrath.

Portrait of Senator J. Howard McGrath.