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The ceremonial unveiling of the plaque in the new library. Her Majesty draws the curtain, with Lord<br />
Middleton in attendance.<br />
The Queen Mother shares a joke with Mr Philip Larkin, the University’s Librarian, while Lord Middleton<br />
looks on. Mr Larkin had held the post for only five years at this time but would eventually complete 30 years<br />
in the role. He later famously declined a Royal invitation to succeed Sir John Betjeman as Poet Laureate,<br />
being wary of the level of media attention associated with such a public position.<br />
University of Hull A Royal Celebration 17
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