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Miss Lou collecting Honourary Award

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Louise Bennett-Coverley, dressed in gown and receiving the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters from the University of the West Indies in September 1983.

Miss Lou with Hon. Edward Seaga

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Autographed photograph of Miss Lou and Prime Minister Edward Seaga sharing a light moment.

Ms Lou reading from 'Jamaica Labrish'

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Louise Bennett-Coverley, surrounded by three women and reading from her book 'Jamaica Labrish'.

Ms Lou in role of police officer

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Miss Lou salutes while dressed in police officer costume. She is standing beside a woman.

Bandana queens

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Miss Lou and "Bandana Queens" taking part in the Caribbean Carnival Gala Dance and Ball at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

Ms Lou & family after her honourary graduation

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Louise Bennett-Coverley with friends and family at her home, after her honourary graduation. She is wearing a graduation gown.