MRS ROOSEVELT WELCOMED
MET BY KING AND QUEEN (Rec. 1.10 p.m.) London, Oct. 23. There was an air of informality when Their Majesties welcomed Mrs Roosevelt at Paddington station. The platform was decorated with the Stars and Stripes, and the Union Jack. The King, in R.A.F. uniform, stepped forward and shook hands. The Queen, with a smile of welcome, also shook hands and warmly asked about the trip. The little group stood a few minutes while news cameras recorded the event. Mrs Roosevelt, smiling happily, was talking animatedly. The King first introduced Mr Anthony Eden. Mrs Roosevelt spoke with General Eisenhower and Admiral Stark, then drove away with Their Majesties. Many American servicemen were among the cheering crowd. —P.A.
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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume 77, 24 October 1942, Page 2
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