Melbourne Centenary (1934)

Full title reads: “MELBOURNE CENTENARY - Duke of Gloucester reads message from the King.“ Melbourne, Australia. Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester walking down gangplank from HMS ’Sussex’ on his arrival to Melbourne, Australia. Several officials, among them Governor General of Victoria, welcome Duke of Gloucester. Duke is representing the King at the Australia’s Centenary Celebrations. Duke of Gloucester driving through the city in a coach, crowd cheer. Duke of Gloucester, surrounded by crowds, reading letter from the King to Australian people (natural sound). Letter expresses great pleasure for celebrating the Centenary of State of Victoria and city of Melbourne. Duke thanks the Governor to his warm welcome and declares he Centenary Celebrations open. Crowds cheer. Duke of Gloucester in a coach, riding through the crowded street, crowd cheers. Note: Picture disappears for a second or two at couple of occasions during this item. Note: Badly damaged film - very poor quality. FILM ID: A