South Shields Carnival (1927)

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    Item title reads: " South Shield's Carnival." Newcastle, Tyne and Wear View from above of a parade. A banner reads 'Tyneside Sports Club Jazz Band' with musicians marching along street, which is lined by onlookers on a sunny day. The crowd are seen on the promenade, with the sea in the background. Shots of Mayor and officials. A mock wedding takes place, with a 'King and Queen' in medieval costume. Two children in medieval costume present bouquets to the lady. She gives the child a kiss. The Mayor, in official robes, presents a huge key to the 'King' and cuts a tape to opens the gala. A procession of guests and the wedding couple, walk along promenade watched by the crowd. Page boys carry the 'Queen's' train. Note: nice little kiss for the child. 90,000 historic films, all SEARCHABLE on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/britishpathe Join us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/britishpathe Tweet us @britishpathe FILM ID:692.02
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    Newcastle University (Youtube)
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    Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAmzFmKwJf8
    Resource type: Video
    Added by: Simon Cotterill
    Last modified: 10 years, 3 months ago
    Viewed: 1062 times
    Picture Taken: Unknown
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