Antiques galore

The third company of the Boys' Brigade arranged an antique display as a fund raising effort for the Te Hapara Church of England and to mark their own 85th anniversary. The display was held in the St. Mark's Hall and was supervised by the boys and their leaders, Mr G. Crone and Mr B. O. Sweet.

A hand painted gold cup and saucer which originally came from England and is believed to be 300 years old.

A piece of 18th century glass

Mrs G. M. Turner and Mrs M. B. Falkiner study hand-made trinket boxes.

Some of the 3rd company boys. They are, back row, Alan Priday, Paul Nelson, Willie Nikora, John Crone and Terry Robinson. Front row, Gavin Bull, Ian Williams, Ron Lewis and Uma Te Kani.

Some of the people present.

People found all things interesting.

Mrs Mary Robb drew the largest crowd with the old art of spinning. In the background are some garments knitted with the spun wool.

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 169 : July 17, 1968

Antiques galore