Becker Takes Office, Proclaims 'a New Era'

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A crowd of more than 700 people greeted Ralph Becker with a warm reception on a chilly Monday, showering Salt Lake City's new mayor with applause before he took the oath of office and treating him to a standing ovation afterward.

Becker, a longtime member of the Utah House of Representatives, was sworn into office at the Salt Lake City-County Building by his brother, William W. Becker, who became a notary for the occasion, with his other brother, Don Becker, at his side.

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Becker Takes Office, Proclaims 'a New Era'

Following the formalities and more applause, Mayor Becker proclaimed Monday the beginning of "a new era" for Salt Lake City.

"I am honored and pleased ...

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