1970 Press Photo Elliott Richardson's HEW Secretary swearing in ceremony in D.C.

Elliot L. Richardson takes his oath today at the White House to join President Nixon's Cabinet as the new Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare. As his wife holds the Bible Chief Justice Warren Burger administers the oath. Also in attendance are departing HEW Secretary Robert H. Finch, left, with his family behind him.

Photo is dated 1970.

Photo measures 10.25 x 8.25 inches.