Traditions
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Collection of the U.S. House of Representatives
About this object
This ticket gave the bearer admittance to the 1953 Congressional Baseball Game.
Known for its many traditions, the House embraces its past customs even as it responds to changes in and beyond Capitol Hill. Memories of defunct organizations like the
Little Congress Club are included alongside accounts of the thriving
Congressional Baseball Game, testifying to the House’s rich and dynamic history.
Congressional Baseball Game
Representative Oxley describes the camaraderie between congressional baseball players.
The Honorable Michael G. Oxley, U.S. Representative of Ohio
Baseball Jerseys
Representative Oxley explains the regional uniform choices of Members.
The Honorable Michael G. Oxley, U.S. Representative of Ohio
Singing in the House Chamber
Recollections of the frivolity on the House Floor before adjournment of the first session of the 84th Congress (1955–1957).
Bill Goodwin, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
Transcript (PDF)
Congressional Baseball Game: Part One
Memories of the Congressional Baseball Game during the 1950s.
George W. Andrews III, Page, U.S. House of Representatives, and Son of Representatives George and Elizabeth Andrews of Alabama
Transcript (PDF)
Congressional Baseball Game: Part Two
Memories of the Congressional Baseball Game during the 1950s.
George W. Andrews III, Page, U.S. House of Representatives, and Son of Representatives George and Elizabeth Andrews of Alabama
Transcript (PDF)
Singing in the Well
Memories of singing in the House Chamber with Representative Louis Rabaut of Michigan.
The Honorable John Dingell, Jr., U.S. Representative of Michigan and Son of Representative John Dingell, Sr., of Michigan
Transcript (PDF)
Tradition in the House Press Gallery
Brief account of a longstanding House tradition.
Benjamin C. West, Superintendent, Daily Press Gallery, U.S. House of Representatives
Transcript (PDF)
The Little Congress
Description of the staff organization, the Little Congress.
Glenn Rupp, Page, U.S. House of Representatives
Transcript (PDF)
"Heck of a Good, Young Team"
Memories of Wilmer "Vinegar Bend" Mizell.
Joe Bartlett, Clerk to the Minority, U.S. House of Representatives
Transcript (PDF)
