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I.H.C. Training Centre Opened
The Donnelly Training Centre for intellectually handicapped children was officially opened recently by Mrs E. I. Tombleson, M.P.
The centre was named after a former Central School headmaster, Mr W. E. Donnelly, who was responsible for the commencement of the work done by the Gisborne I.H.C. Society 13 years ago.
The building was recently moved from its site on the former Turanganui Golf Links to its present position adjacent to the Intermediate School in Disraeli Street.
At the Centre, children are taught to do simple repetition work for various firms in the city, from which they derive a small income.
The official party at the opening pictured outside the building. From left: Mr G. Harris (president of Lions Club), Mrs Harris, Mr H. I. Smith (chairman of Gisborne society), Mrs Smith, Mr R. S. Bolton (immediate past president of national society), Mrs E. I. Tombleson, M.P., Mr R. Crosby (deputy Mayor), Mrs Crosby, and Dr R. Campbell-Begg (Medical Officer of Health).
Mr Smith demonstrates a stapling machine to Mrs Tombleson, Dr D. V. Davidson (Health Dept), Mr Bolton, and Dr Campbell-Begg.
A pupil at the centre woodworking, assisted by Mr Bolton and watched by Mrs Tombleson.
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