the Throne. during the reign now Jelosed is felt by' all people of the Empire. No Queen-Consort in Engish history has been so intimately jin touch with the lives of the peo-[ple and so consistent in her discharge of the duties of partner to the Throne. She has not only been every Inch a Queen inher bearing. and presence, but has studied 10 make of Queenship a real service to the tion. During King George's reign the women of Great Britain saw their political, social and economic status Immeasurably advanced, Not a ttle jon that account have they owed to the example of efficiency and intelli~ gence provided by Her Majesty performing the heavy duties of her high rank. Whether as an organizer Queen Mary has Justifted the confidence placed in her. It is with the greatest satisfaction thatthe country will learn of her Feadiness, in support of her son, 10 {continue her practical interest in pub-Ie' affairs. Queen Mary, as Queen Mother, will command, as always, fectionate sympathy and loyal' regard.
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