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No 188 : February 25, 1970

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Speedy Rescues

The Midway Surf Life Saving 0ub will be able to effect very speedy rescues with their new jet surf rescue boat. The boat has amazing manoeuvreability and even if upended presents no problems on re-righting. It is virtually unsinkable in this respect.

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The boat on the beach prior to the launching ceremony held recently.

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Speaking at the function were, from left, Mayor Harry Barker, Father Playfair, who dedicated the boat and club president Jack Griffin. Holding the boat at right is Dave Swann.

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The large crowd watches as the boat is taken to the water.

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And like a duck she takes to it!

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