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The dance floor of the ballroom as seen during the day when hundreds of people took the opportunity to view the "scene".

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The "Blue Danube Waltz" floor show was quite spectacular and those participating were joined afterwards by the crowd to try the dance. Playing for the floor show was the Gisborne Civic Orchestra under the conductor-ship of Marios Sophocleous.

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During the function the bell from the 'Blackpool' (Gisborne's adopted ship) was presented to the city. Mayor Harry Barker (right) accepts the bell from Rear Admiral E. Thorne, Chief of the N.Z. Naval Staff.

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The plaque that goes with the bell.

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Part of the large crowd watching the bell presentation ceremony.

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Some of the happy dancers enjoying the proceedings.