Charter Day procession, Mitcham
Date Photo Taken | 19th September 1934 |
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Area | Mitcham |
Copyright 1 | Graphic Photo Union, |
Picture Reference | Mit_Events_T15 |
Original Format | Photo |
Notes / History | Charter Day procession, passing Vestry Hall, Mitcham. Mitcham school pupils watched the official ceremony, during which the Lord Lieutenant of Surrey, awarded a charter to the new 'Mayor of Mitcham', Robert Masters Chart, so confirming Borough status on the former Urban District. The day was marked by a grand parade, the children having been given time off their school work to watch the official ceremony and listen to speeches. There was music, dancing and a sports display. Each child was presented with a lavender blue china mug, bearing the new Borough coat of arms as a souvenir. |