A Christmas Tree in the White House

Author Gary Hines talked about his book, A Christmas Tree in the White House, published by Henry Holt and Company. The book is loosely based… read more

Author Gary Hines talked about his book, A Christmas Tree in the White House, published by Henry Holt and Company. The book is loosely based on the refusal of President Theodore Roosevelt to put a Christmas tree in the White House, citing environmental conservation as the reason for his refusal. Mr. Hines told the middle school students about his boyhood and about how he gets ideas for his books. He also answered questions from the students. close

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A Christmas Tree in the White House

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Program ID:
154085-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Moscow, Pennsylvania, United States
First Aired:
Dec 25, 1999 | 3:02pm EST | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Dec 27, 1999 | 6:00am EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Dec 25, 1999 | 3:02pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Dec 26, 1999 | 9:59am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Dec 27, 1999 | 6:00am EST | C-SPAN 2
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