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

Published United States : Thomas A. Edison, Inc., 1903

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Description 1 online resource (1 video file (4 min.)) Series New York at the turn of the century American history in video Summary 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 Notes Copyright: Thomas A. Edison; 28Dec1903; H40151 Original duration: 2:28 at 15 fps Previously published as DVD Streaming media Subject Bridges -- New York (State) -- New York Parades -- New York (State) -- New York Press -- New York (State) -- New York Bridges. Parades. Press. SUBJECT East River (N.Y.) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85040577 Williamsburg Bridge (New York, N.Y.) http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh93004819 Subject New York (State) -- East River. New York (State) -- New York. New York (State) -- New York -- Williamsburg Bridge. Genre/Form Internet videos. Internet videos. Vidéos sur Internet. Form Streaming video Author Smith, James Blair, camera Thomas A. Edison, Inc.

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