The Proclamation of George V, Carlisle May 10th 1910

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In the days before television and radio were around all major events were proclaimed from Carlisle Cross. As can be seen thousands gathered to hear the news, all good vantage spots were taken. Seems to have been a nice day, loads of boaters about.

The mayor was either William Phillips or Sir Benjamin Scott, the mayor changed around this time.