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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.

Ms Lou collecting National Award

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Governor General Clifford Campbell placing National Award around Louise Bennett-Coverley's neck.

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.

Miss Lou, Eric and two others on her wedding day

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Newlyweds Louise Bennett-Coverley and Eric Coverley standing between two elderly women at their wedding reception. The head table has a wedding cake and vases with flowers.

Miss Lou with Hon. Edward Seaga

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

Miss Lou reading in the comfort of her home

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Louise Bennett-Coverley at her home in a room with items such as: encyclopedias, a large Miss Lou bust, small busts, photographs and other personal items.