Coronation Celebrations – Hampshire Telegraph – Friday, 21 May 1937

CORONATION FILM. —On Friday evening at 8 p.m. a variety entertainment was given in the Pavilion. An excellent show was staged by Mr. Clifford Smith, whose topical ideal items were heartily enjoyed. Music was provided by an orchestra consisting of Messrs. C. E. Smith, R. H. Smith, E. A. Swindells and J. Tupper. Another feature was a very fine display of Scottish dancing, this being given by the Goodwood Dancers, whilst Pipe Major Maginnis, junr., gave an exhibition of sword dancing which was greatly appreciated, the music being provided by Pipe Major Maginnis snr, The Coronation film was presented on the screen. At the conclusion Miss I. Fox, the Carnival Queen, presented prizes to the successful competitors in the Carnival which took place on Coronation Day. CORONATION FESTIVITIES.— Selsey. undismayed by the deluge on Wednesday, continued the celebrations on Thursday and Friday. On Thursday evening the Coronation whist drive was held in the Pavilion, when there was a very representative gathering, 35 tables being in use. Mr. G. Jeram acted as M.C., and after a very enjoyable series of games Mrs. J. A. Tupper presented prizes to the following: Mrs. Arnett Smith. sen. Miss N. Lee, Miss A. Harris, Mrs. Arnett Smith. jun., Mrs. James and Miss Mackenzie, Mr. J. Norey, Mr. Triptree, Mrs. Townsend and Miss Lawrence, Mr. E. West and Mr. G. Purser.