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Film Number |
2639 |
Title |
THE VISIT TO MÉZIÈRES OF THE LORD MAYOR OF MANCHESTER |
Producer |
Gaumont |
Date |
1930 |
Gauge |
35mm N |
Colour |
b/w |
Sound |
silent |
Running Time |
5 mins 53 secs |
Description |
Film of a visit by the Lord Mayor of Manchester, Robert Noton Barclay, his Lady Mayoress and various Aldermen to Mezieres - the French town adopted by Manchester in 1920 - 31 May 1930. The delegation from Manchester meet Dr Bridoux, Mayor of Mezieres, and the city's 'godparents' M. and Mme Bonnert are present at the inauguration of a hospital and the laying of a wreath to commemorate the war dead. A crowd is in attendance including various civic groups such as fire fighters. The film closes with shots of Mezieres' prominent buildings including its cathedral and Town Hall. |
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