1973

Another major change was to make a substantial reduction in lighting in the interest of economy and the conservation of energy.

Lighting cosisted of 8 base flood lights.

The tree was decorated with silver balls and garland.

Electrical use was reduced from 74,500 wtts to 9,640 watts, while electrical energy for the walkways, small trees, and signs was reduced from 100,800 to 22,112 watts, a wattage reduction of 85 percent.

The 1973 celebration was truly a Pageant of Peace as it marked the first time in over a decade that American troops had not been committed abroad.

[Scanned from original photographic slide.]