Secretary Of Commerce Collection

Oscar Straus, May 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Oscar Straus, May 1918. Oscar Solomon Straus (1850-1926), former U.S. Secretary of Commerce and Labor appearing at a World War I Liberty Bond rally in front of Federal Hall, Wall Street

Target Practice - Redfield On Bridge, 1913. Creator: Unknown
Target Practice - William Cox Redfield On Bridge, 1913

Robert P. Lamont, U. S. Secretary of Commerce during the Great Depression, Portrait at his Desk, Washington DC, USA
5974384 Robert P. Lamont, U.S. Secretary of Commerce during the Great Depression, Portrait at his Desk, Washington DC, USA, 1931 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Henry A Wallace, American politician, 1930s. Henry Agard Wallace (1888-1965) served as Secretary of Agriculture from 1933-1940 in President Franklin D Roosevelts administration

American cartoon depicting President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins pushing forward
CARTOON: NEW DEAL, 1936. American cartoon depicting President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins pushing forward outrageous spending on New Deal programs

PHILO FARNSWORTH (1906-1971). Philo Taylor Farnsworth. American inventor and television pioneer. Farnsworth (center) photographed in Washington, D.C

COOLIDGE & CABINET, c1925. President Calvin Coolidge and his Cabinet, including Secretary of the Treasury Andrew W. Mellon (second from left)

Third US national radio conference, 1924 C016 / 8819
Third US national radio conference. Group of three US pioneers of radio in the USA at a conference convened by US Secretary of Commerce (and later US President) Herbert Clark Hoover (1874-1964)

31st President of the United States. When Secretary of Commerce, c. 1927
HERBERT HOOVER (1874-1964). 31st President of the United States. When Secretary of Commerce, c. 1927

WARREN G. HARDING (1865-1929). 29th President of the United States. President Harding throwing out the first ball at the beginning of the major league baseball season, 1921

HERBERT HOOVER (1874-1964). 31st President of the United States. Hoover, as Secretary of Commerce, in a public demonstration of the first inter-city television broadcast, from Washington, D.C

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"The Secretary of Commerce: Shaping America's Economic Landscape" In the midst of the Great Depression, Robert P. Lamont took on the role of U. S. Secretary of Commerce, a position that held immense responsibility in revitalizing the nation's economy. Captured in a timeless black and white portrait at his desk in Washington DC in 1931, Lamont exuded determination and resilience. During this challenging era, Henry A Wallace emerged as an influential American politician. His progressive ideas and policies aimed to alleviate the hardships faced by countless Americans throughout the 1930s. Meanwhile, Philo Taylor Farnsworth revolutionized entertainment with his groundbreaking invention – television. As an American inventor and television pioneer, Farnsworth's contributions forever changed how people experienced news, sports, and entertainment from the comfort of their homes. A political cartoon from 1936 depicted President Franklin D. Roosevelt alongside Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins pushing forward bold spending on New Deal programs. This image symbolized their commitment to stimulating economic growth through government intervention during these trying times. Amidst international tensions between Japan and the United States, Japanese ambassador Hirosi Saito played a significant role in diplomatic negotiations during this period. Looking back to earlier years when Calvin Coolidge served as President, he was often seen surrounded by his Cabinet members including those responsible for commerce-related matters. William Howard Taft also left an indelible mark as both the 27th President of the United States and later as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. With his cabinet by his side, Taft navigated complex economic challenges while shaping policy decisions that would impact generations to come. The Third US National Radio Conference held in 1924 showcased advancements in communication technology that would transform society forever. It marked a pivotal moment where radio became increasingly integrated into everyday life across America. As Herbert Hoover assumed office as Secretary of Commerce before becoming president himself later on; he faced the daunting task of guiding the nation through economic turmoil.