Opening of new East River bridge, New York

Opening of new East River bridge, New York / Thomas A. Edison, Inc.

Other author/creator	Smith, James Blair, camera operator.
Other author/creator	Thomas A. Edison, Inc.
Format	Electronic and Video (Streaming)
Publication Info	United States : Thomas A. Edison, Inc., 1903.
Description	1 online resource (4 min.).
Supplemental Content	https://go.openathens.net/redirector/ecu.edu?url=http://www.aspresolver.com/aspresolver.asp?AHIV;782520
Subject(s)	Bridges--New York (State) --New York. Parades--New York (State) --New York. Press--New York (State) --New York. East River (N.Y.) Williamsburg Bridge (New York, N.Y.)

Series	New York at the turn of the century
Abstract	The first view is from the roadway of the Williamsburg are seen. From another camera position, taken over the heads of the crowd, buildings around the waterfront are seen, and the dignitaries, led by a standard bearer again pass the camera. The banner reads "MAYOR." Next, a covered platform, draped in flag bunting is shown, where the people previously seen have gone to begin the ceremonies. There is a brass band playing in front of the platform]. Next, an unidentified speaker, probably Mayor Seth Low, can be seen addressing the crowd.
General note	Copyright: Thomas A. Edison; 28Dec1903; H40151.
General note	Original duration: 2:28 at 15 fps.
General note	Previously published as DVD.

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