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Lord Chancellor Alverstone getting sworn in
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Lord Chancellor Alverstone getting sworn in
Lord chancellor and the judges attending a special service in Westminster Abbey. The judges proceeded to the law courts where Lord Alverstone, the new Lord Chief Justice in succession to the previous Lord Russel is seen being sworn in, taking his seat at the Law courts. The oaths being administered by Master Mellor, the Queens Coroner. He was in office from October 1900 to October 1913. Date: = PROPER('October 1900')
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This striking photograph captures a significant moment in British legal history, as Lord Alverstone takes the oath to become the new Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales, succeeding the esteemed Lord Russell, in October 1900. The occasion took place at Westminster Abbey, where the judges and other dignitaries gathered for a special service to mark the transition. Following the religious ceremony, the group made their way to the law courts, where the swearing-in ceremony continued. In the image, Lord Alverstone, dressed in full judicial robes, is seen taking the oaths from Master Mellor, the Queen's Coroner. The solemnity of the moment is palpable, as the new Lord Chief Justice places his hand on the Bible and pledges to uphold the law and protect the rights of the people. Surrounded by the other judges, all dressed in their own formal attire, the scene exudes a sense of tradition and continuity. Lord Alverstone served as Lord Chief Justice from October 1900 to October 1913, making him a prominent figure during the Victorian era. His appointment was a testament to his legal expertise and dedication to the administration of justice. This photograph offers a glimpse into the grandeur and ceremony of the British legal system during this period, as well as the importance placed on the role of the Lord Chief Justice in upholding the rule of law.
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