N.Z. FILMS CAUSE STIR
MELBOURNE SHOWING Reed. 9.15 a.m. MELBOURNE, To-day. A special film display in the Melbourne Town Hall, presented by Mr. H. J. Manson, New Zealand Commissioner, Vas a brilliant function. It was attended by over 2,000 representative citizens, including the Gov-ernor-General and Lady Stonehaven, •the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress, representatives of the Federal Government, naval, military, and air forces, university professors, leading professional and business men, and distinguished visitors of other States. The presentation of the pictures created quite a stir in the City Hall, which was crowded. Extra police controlled the traffic in the vicinity. Films depicting Maori life and customs, scenic and sporting subjects, created a wonderful impression, and should have a stimulating effect on the tourist traffic.
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Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 514, 17 November 1928, Page 9
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