| “AS IN DICK WHITTINGTON’S TIME” The election of Sir Maurice Jenks as the 743rd L | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 5456 |
| Catalog #: | 191908 | |
| Clip Number: | 191908-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 31/79 | |
| Timecode: | 01.41.20 - 01.42.33 | |
| Location: | Guildhall, London. | |
| Year Shot: | 1931 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | ELECTIONS: Misc LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, London OCCUPATIONS: Politicians / Statesmen PARADES AND PROCESSIONS: Civic | |
| Description: | “London. ‘As in Dick Whittington’s Time’. ‘According to ancient custom’, the City Fathers, in full regalia and carrying nosegays, proceed to the Guildhall to elect Alderman Sir Maurice Jenks, London’s 743rd Lord Mayor.” Guildhall, London. Parade of City dignitaries in full regalia and costume, many carrying posies of flowers / nosegays. Sir Maurice Jenks is in their midst. Various shots of the procession to the Guildhall. MS of two men in robes. CU of one of the men - possibly Sir Maurice Jenks. | |
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