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Ghanaians Show Grief At Diana's Death

Wed, 3 Sep 1997 Source: --

Accra, Sept 2, - Ghanaians from all walks of life and other dignitaries today called at the British High Commissioner's residence in Accra to express their sympathy at the death of Princess Diana in a high speed car accident in Paris last Sunday. They formed a queue and signed a book of condolence which was opened by the High Commission in her memory. The book will be available until Thursday, September 4. Members of the diplomatic corps, chiefs, Parliamentarians, government officials also took their turns to sign the book. Mr Ian Mackely, the High Commissioner, said he was overwhelmed by the response of ordinary Ghanaians to the tragedy. ''I often come across only VIP's at such ceremonies, but the turn-out of ordinary people to express their condolences is very remarkable and unique'', he added. Princess Diana will be buried on Saturday in London.

Accra, Sept 2, - Ghanaians from all walks of life and other dignitaries today called at the British High Commissioner's residence in Accra to express their sympathy at the death of Princess Diana in a high speed car accident in Paris last Sunday. They formed a queue and signed a book of condolence which was opened by the High Commission in her memory. The book will be available until Thursday, September 4. Members of the diplomatic corps, chiefs, Parliamentarians, government officials also took their turns to sign the book. Mr Ian Mackely, the High Commissioner, said he was overwhelmed by the response of ordinary Ghanaians to the tragedy. ''I often come across only VIP's at such ceremonies, but the turn-out of ordinary people to express their condolences is very remarkable and unique'', he added. Princess Diana will be buried on Saturday in London.

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