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The Taylor family, Simon, Lady, Sir John and four children

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This is a photograph of the Watson Taylor Family - Simon Taylor, Lady Taylor, Sir John Taylor and four Children

The tail end of Port Royal, Jamaica, after the earthquake, Ja. 14th, 1907

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Flooding at the end of Port Royal following destruction from earthquake on January 14, 1907. The sea level has risen significantly, almost covering the palm trees at the harbour.

The Synod, 1931

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Large group of Anglican Church leaders pose for a photo at the Synod of 1931.

The Swithenbank Family, Edna in Front

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Group portrait of the Swithenbank family with Edna in front.

The Sunshine Dancers

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"The Sunshine Dancer: Girls, ages ranging from 11-14 years came fourth in the August Tastee Talent Contest with a dance to the tune of "Sammy Dead". The dance was choreographed by a young student at the Jamaica School of Dance, Patrick W."

The Sugar Wharf Showing

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Photograph of the sugar wharf showing boats docked on the pier, warehouses, people walking on the board walk.

The State Banquet held at the Sheraton Hotel, 6th August 1962

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Black and white photgraph of persons attending the State Banquet at the Sheraton Hotel, Kingston to celebrate Jamaica's Independence, 1962.

The St. Boniface Industrial School

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Students and teachers gather on the steps of the St. Boniface Industrial School that is operated by the Roman Catholic Church.