Description printed on photograph's accompanying sheet of paper: "New York reception for Howard Hughes and his companions after completing a round the world flight. 7-15-38 (Press Association)."
The black and white view of Howard Hughes' Lockheed 14 aircraft after performing its final landing on the Round the World flight at Floyd Bennett Airport, New York. Description printed on back of photograph: "General view of welcoming ceremony. 7/14/1938"
Note: No year on menu; red, silver, and blue ribbons at menu spine Restaurant: Grand Hotel (Indianapolis, Ind.) Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States