Coronation Scenes Hopeful Weather Glimpses For Britain
London readers see mixed coronation forecast with bright spells and showers cool and public optimism after a rain free afternoon. Royal rehearsals proceed with King and Queen visiting Westminster Abbey as crowds surge. Duke of Gloucester and Duke of Kent arrive by car for the Royal Procession rehearsal. Archbishop of Canterbury assists Mr Lyons after the ceremony as the Australian Prime Minister is briefly left outside the Abbey and hails a taxi to his hotel.
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Massive Coronation crowds flood London streets
Thousands from Britain and overseas converge on London as festive preparations and floodlighting reach completion. An estimated 750,000 swarm the West End amid traffic jams and waiting crowds for balcony appearances and state events. Police guide crowds and guards signal cheers as Queen Mary Queen Maud and royal guests arrive and depart Buckingham Palace.
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Troops Rehearse in Rain for Coronation Route
In heavy rain 18 000 troops from regular and territorial armies rehearsed firing the Coronation route from Kennington Gardens Hyde Park and Regent Park camps. Overseas visitors to Windsor found unofficial decorations as Windsor plans a Coronation Star Drive for June 12 with decorations deferred to that event.
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Guard Change in Drenching Rain at Palace
Bad weather dampens the ceremonial guard change at the palace. A steady downpour drenches guards as spectators shelter under umbrellas. Officials in top hats huddle inside the wall while Mr and Mrs Lyons struggle to shelter.
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State Banquet Of Royal Family In Splendid Pageantry
The royal procession entered the banqueting hall amid scarlet coated guards as King in Admiral’s full dress and Queen in gold brocade led guests. Queen Mary wore a diamond tiara and silver gown, with other royals in striking gowns. Seventeen royals and envoys attended, including five heirs to thrones and Dominion ambassadors, in a vivid display of color and regal decor.
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Brilliant Reception At House Of Commons Attended by Dignitaries
The Duke and Duchess of Kent and other peers and spouses joined visiting Premiers and officials at a Speaker's reception in the House of Commons. Dame Edith Lyons wore an embroidered white frock. Mrs Casey a Gentian blue ensemble. Lady Chauvel chose pale turquoise blue.
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Sydney Streets Rejoice As Coronation Fete Unfolds
Sydney crowds thronged the streets to view coronation pageant preparations and related ceremonies. An official commemoration service is set at St Andrew's at 11 am with a Lord Mayor's luncheon for 1000 at the Town Hall and a loyal review in Centennial Park featuring 3,000 military detachments.
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Children parade at Sydney coronation program
In Sydney more than 40 000 schoolchildren gathered at the Showground for the children's demonstration. The Governor Lord Wakehurst addressed the crowd saying the Empire will depend on their future and duties. Children arrived on 250 special trains and each received a packet.
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Coronation Day Preparations Eased by Police in Sydney
Acting Police Commissioner Mr. Lynch said traffic would flow smoothly for Coronation Day with no jams expected. He expressed hope the celebrations would pass without incident or tragedy despite large crowds.
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U K High Commissioner's Dinner Invitations List
The High Commissioner for the United Kingdom and Lady Whiskard host dinners in Canberra for coronation celebrations at Canberra House on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th. Attendees include Acting Prime Minister, Minister for Repatriation and Health Danny Hughes, Minister for the Interior, and many officials and their spouses.
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Basque Front Relatively Stable As Pozas Tightens Grip
The Daily Mail reports Basque front position remains relatively unchanged as General Sebastian Pozas, newly named Barcelona governor, suppresses rebels. He drives anarchists from the railway hub and shoots known Libertarian Youth members amid a crisis over Basque independence. President Sener Aguirre extends greetings to King George.
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Coronation Honours List Recognises Royal Family and Nationwide Service
The King takes Colonel in Chief roles across multiple regiments including the First Royal Dragoons and the Royal Welsh Fusiliers. The Queen is named Colonel-In-Chief of several guards and regiments. Honors include Viscounts, barons, Privy Councillors, and numerous knighthoods across Britain, the Dominions, and colonies. Key figures include Viscount Horne, Sir Herbert Samuel, and Sir John Cadman among others. An Earldom is awarded to the Earl of Strathmore.
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