CHRISTMAS AT HOME.
Gay Scenes at * Seaside and in Hotels. (Received December 26, 1.30 p.m.) LONDON, December 25. Dry and bracing weather, contrasting with the recent biting cold, encouraged thousands to spend Christmas away from their homes. Seaside resorts were crowded as at the height of summer, and thousands were unable to secure accommodation. London hotels were crowded with family parties. Some of the largest hotels served dinner in relays. Contrasting with the gaiety in the hotels, the streets were veiled in mist and were cheerless and deserted. The entire suspension of the tram and bus services heightened the illusion that it was a dead city. Special arrangements were made by hotels throughout England for the reception of the Empire broadcast, which was regarded as one of the most important Imperial functions of the year, as it is the only time his Majesty speaks directly to the people throughout the Empire.
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Star (Christchurch), Volume LXIV, Issue 954, 26 December 1933, Page 8
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151CHRISTMAS AT HOME. Star (Christchurch), Volume LXIV, Issue 954, 26 December 1933, Page 8
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