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Becoming a Page: Part One
Becoming a Page: Part One
Becoming a Page: Part One
Albert R. Anness recalls learning of House Pages in his high school civics book.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
Becoming a Page: Part Two
Becoming a Page: Part Two
Becoming a Page: Part Two
Albert R. Anness describes his political experience that led to his House Page appointment.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
Doorkeeper "Fishbait" Miller
Doorkeeper "Fishbait" Miller
Doorkeeper "Fishbait" Miller
Albert R. Anness shares memories of William M. "Fishbait" Miller, the Doorkeeper of the House.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
Hide-and-Seek in the Library of Congress
Hide-and-Seek in the Library of Congress
Hide-and-Seek in the Library of Congress
Albert R. Anness remembers how he spent his free time as a Page.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
"High Hopes for the Future"
"High Hopes for the Future"
"High Hopes for the Future"
Albert R. Anness discusses the collective outlook of his generation during his time as a Page.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
President Truman's Inauguration: Part One
President Truman's Inauguration: Part One
President Truman's Inauguration: Part One
Albert R. Anness recalls Congressman Edward G. Breen of Ohio spontaneously inviting him to attend President Truman's inauguration.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
President Truman's Inauguration: Part Two
President Truman's Inauguration: Part Two
President Truman's Inauguration: Part Two
Albert R. Anness remembers watching President Truman's inauguration from the roof of the Capitol after being asked to leave the inaugural platform.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
Working with the Ways and Means Committee
Working with the Ways and Means Committee
Working with the Ways and Means Committee
Albert R. Anness describes assisting the Ways and Means Committee with their hearings on revisions to the Social Security Act of 1935.
Albert R. Anness, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
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