The Runcorn and Widnes Bridge is opened by Princess Alexandra. | dG1fanZfNlg5cDVqZXc
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00:04 Time has condemned the famous old transporter bridge between Runcorn and Witney's,
00:08 which has given faithful service since 1905.
00:11 In those days, it was rightly regarded as a fine piece of mechanical invention.
00:16 Nowadays, it is hopelessly inadequate to traffic demands.
00:19 Hence, it has been replaced by a superb span arch bridge at a cost of £3 million.
00:25 To declare it open, came Princess Alexandra,
00:27 who is now very capably and charmingly performing many royal duties.
00:31 During her brief stay in Lancashire, she won the hearts of millions of people.
00:35 [Music]
00:40 The Princess was escorted to the commemorative plaque to carry out the ceremonial unveiling.
00:44 [Music]
00:54 Local VIPs proudly informed Her Royal Highness that the main span of 1,082 feet is the longest in Europe.
01:01 Indeed, only those of Sydney Harbour and the Bayon Bridge in New York State exceed its length.
01:06 [Music]
01:14 Crossing the Manchester Ship Canal and the River Mersey,
01:16 the new bridge will considerably speed up the heavy traffic.
01:19 [Music]