The Retirement Of Eton's Head Master (1933)

Full title reads: "The Pathe Gazette has pleasure in presenting - exclusively - this record on the occasion of the retirement of Eton's Head Master, now Dean of Durham."



Eton College Public School, Near Windsor, Berkshire.



Introductory intertitle reads: "'Vale'! Eton's farewell to her beloved Head Master - Dr Cyril Allington."



Night time shots. Tilt down clock tower of Eton College. The School is singing the School Hymn. Pan across boys and masters gathered before steps. LS a boy presents a cup to Dr Allington. Dr Allington makes a speech of thanks, he also talks about the wonderful heritage that Eton bestows.
FILM ID:729.14

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