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The burial
"The burial: Austerity did not hit this Jamaican post-election tradition or dampen the enthusiasm of the actors. In a mock-solemn procession and ceremony through Central Kingston Thursday afternoon, PNP adherents of victorious candidate Douglas…
Ziggy Marley recovering from fainting
"Too hot - Marley's son Ziggy is relieved of his shirt after he fainted during the entombing of his father at Nine Miles on Thursday. Looking on are sister Cedella [left] and mother Rita [right]."
Noel Scully Zoot Simms playing the congo drum
"Music sweet him: Noel 'Scully' Zoot-Simms smiles while playing the congo drum at Aquarius."
A portrait of Bob Marley
"The scene at Marley's entombing at Nine Miles. A portrait for the maestro in water colours is held aloft for everyone to see."
Final wave goodbye at Bob Marley's casket
"This was the typical scene along the way to Nine Miles. Here fans of the superstar wave and shout as his casket passed. Even the little ones who cannot fully understand his message were caught up in the action."
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Jamaica House Basic School
"Little Old Man steps out: Teacher and students of the Jamaica House Basic School applaud "The Little Old Man" as members of Kindergarten 1 performed…