Historical information
Correspondence dated 24 February 1970 - 6 March 1970 concerning an invitation to a Dinner Dance at Government House on 7th April 1970 in honour of The Prince of Wales and The Princess Anne, hosted by Miss Frances Anne Delacombe. The Governor, via his Private Secretary Lt.Col W.H.A. Becke, asked Melbourne Legacy to nominate two male and two female members between the ages of 18 and 25 who had achieved something in the scholastic, sporting or community service fields. They also had to like dancing and be able to mix. The Junior Legatees selected were Mary W. Lahore, Jacqueline Isles, Ralph E. Norton, and Peter Smith, all of whom were University students.
Significance
Illustrates Melbourne Legacy's relevance in the wider community at the highest levels.
Physical description
Quarto and foolscap typed sheets x 3 on letterhead stamped 'Copy Only'. Originally black type on white paper, now fading to brown on cream.
Inscriptions & markings
Handwritten salutation and signature on 01286.1 and 01286.4.
Subjects
References
- Anne swings at Ball Report in the Papua New Guinea Post-Courier 8 April 1970
- The Royal Clothes Photograph of Princess Anne wearing a tangerine silk gown for the Ball.
