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A week of celebrations were held to mark the elevation of Palmerston North to a city, 18-22 November 1930. An Old Identities Gathering was held 21 November, with the qualification for those attending being citizens over 55 years who had resided in the city for at least 40 years. The day included a service, luncheon and drive around the city.

Identification

Object type
Object Image
Date
November 1930
Digitisation ID
2008Pa_PNCC1-17-2_EPH_1573
Held In
"PNCC Archives"

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archival documents,
borough council,
community archives,
parade,
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Souvenir of the visit of HRH Edward Albert, Prince of Wales to Palmerston North
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Advertisement for travel on the sailing ship, 'Philosopher'
Invitation to the official opening of Union Airways Trunk Service
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