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Notable Occasion
A notable occasion for Manchester Unity Lodge members was the visit to the Eastern Area by the Grand Master of New Zealand, Mr F. J. M. Clark. The official reception was hosted by Gisborne and was the highlight of the year for lodge members, with visitors coming from other parts of the country.
Mr L. E. Slorkcy (society secretary) with Mr Clark, who comes from Hamilton.
Master of Ceremonies Peter Walker pictured with Mr Tom Smiler who issued the challenge to the visiting dignitary.
Local officials are, from left, Peter Walker (M.C.), Bruce Gill (conductor), R. E. Robb (supporter to District Grand Master), W. Turley (D.G.M.), and Bill Butt (conductor). (Photos by Kandid Kamera Kraft).
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At left and right are conductors Bill Butt and Bruce Gill. In the centre, from left, are V.C. Rothwell, P. O. Niven, and I. G. McKay who received meritorious service jewels for long service.
Officials' wives are, from left, Mesdames J. C. McKay, L. E. Storkey, W. Turley, and F. J. M. Clark.
Bruce Penny and Patricia Gray
Financial secretary Mr B. I. Stichbury and Mrs Stichbury
Auckland District Past Grand Robert Wells
Gisbome Noble Grand Odelle Aston
Junior lodge members Kaye Marshall, Christine Denham and Sheryl Land
Mrs J. C. McKay (wife of the Area Master) and Mrs W. Turley (wife of the District Grand Master) receive sprays from the Noble Grand of the Junior Lodge, Celia Whitworth. At left is conductor Bill Butt.