Solemnity and gaiety mark busiest royal visit day
The procession and ceremonies around the Queen and Duke included unveiling the Australian American Memorial on Mount Rustall, with crowds of thousands. A mishap occurred when two movie cameramen collapsed during the memorial unveiling, but officials, plus Prime Minister and US Ambassador, witnessed the event. The royals later visited the Australian War Memorial and Government House greeting hospital patients and schoolchildren, amid stately pages of pageantry and public cheers.
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Concert At Parliament House Delights Five Thousand Audience
Five thousand people watched from outside Parliament House as a concert by the A C on anary and the Gussey and the wee band entertained the crowd. Performers included Willie Fennell Ronald Dowd Allen Code Peter Dawson and Marie Collier. The show began at 7 18 and the ANC orchestra will play at the State Ball tonight.
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City Council Bribery Charge Fails in Court
Fragmentary OCR report describes alleged bribery tied to a city building permit. Names appear garbled but mention a Ms Denton, Aldermen, and two women charged with conspiring to influence council action. No clear evidence presented. case noted as failing.
Rain Threatens Garden Party at Parliament House
Cloudy early, rain threatens the Queen's Garden Party at Parliament House. The Privy Council meeting at 10:40 am precedes a Colours presentation at 11:14 am by MLC, Duntroon. The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh head to the State Ball in the afternoon.
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Two Convicts Escape From Bendigo Gaol
Report from Melbourne notes two inmates escaped Bendigo Gaol amid a night disruption with improvised tools and broken window restraints. Authorities pursue suspects as guards heighten patrols and search nearby areas.
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Duke Sees University As Focus Of Talent
An opening ceremony at the university quadrangle features dignitaries including the Duke and Lord Bruce as Chancellor. Speeches emphasize science, education, and national role, with calls for strong research, teaching, and leadership as Australia approaches major global events.
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Glittering Royal Banquet Described At Parliament
The report notes Menzies presents a blue white and gold diamond spray of U-tree blossom and wattle to the Queen at a glittering royal banquet. The scene is described as a family reunion with Parliament Hone and dignitaries in attendance.
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