Erskine Childers Press Conference..1973..31.05.1973..05.31.1973..31st May 1973..At a press conference at Fianna Fail headquarters, Mr Erskine Childers, was confirmed as the winner of the presidential campaign. He won by a margin of 52% to 48% beating the favourite Tom O'Higgins,Fine Gael..A happy family portrait shows Mrs Rita Childers, President Elect,Mr Erskine Childers and daughter Nessa posing for pictures at the press conference to celebrate his winning the presidential race.
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