Editorial Editorial Creative (RM) Creative (RF) NFL Content NFL AP Content Advanced search Advanced Search X Advanced Search LOBBY OF THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING Overview Get price A general view in the lobby of the Empire State Building, May 1, 1931. Former Gov. Alfred E. Smith with his grandchildren and party as they awaited the illumination of the building which was caused by the pushing of a button by President Hoover in Washington, D.C.. This act officially opened the new building. (AP Photo) Use Information This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required. ID: 061114010939 Creation Date: May 01, 1931 07:13:58 AM Submission Date: November 14, 2006 04:14:15 PM Source: AP Credit: Associated Press Negative Number: 84720 Resolution: 2315 x 3000 3.34 MB Person: ALFRED E. SMITH Location: NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES Transmission Reference: APHS84720 Caption Writer: XJFM RCC Usage Notes: This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required. X Message Box Cancel Ok No Yes