White House New Year's Reception
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White House New Year's Reception
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The White House New Year's Reception was an annual public reception held at the White House every New Year's Day from 1801 to 1932. Attendees were able to go inside the White House to greet and shake the hand of the president of the United States and often the hand of the first lady of the United States. The president was expected to shake each person's hand. The first lady would shake hands as well, but she was able to leave early if she grew tired. The reception was attended by members of the
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Public event in Washington, D.C. held 1801–1932
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_House_New_Year%27s_Reception
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2022-09-16T01:22:38Z
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