The Helping Hand

The helping hand of every fit and able-bodied New Zealander should be held out to aid the Crippled Children Society. Through no fault of their own, young people, with all types of afflictions, are doomed to have a hard time of life unless helped by the Crippled Children Society. Many of the ailments require time, as well as money, to treat but, with perseverance and training, these people are able to lead full and rewarding lives, thanks to the society. A 30-minute film in colour and 35mm was screened at a 5.30 p.m. showing at the Odeon Theatre, on November 16. A professionally-made film, the movie showed very concisely just how the society works and why funds are really needed

Pictured after the screening, when patrons had the opportunity to take refreshment and discuss the film were, from left, Mrs Jan Comp (secretary), Mrs S. S. Hardman (committee), Mr John Hawksworth (president, Gisborne Branch, Crippled Children Society), his daughter Sharon and Mrs Olive Hale (field officer).

Members of the Gisborne Sheepfarmers' Senior marching team acted as programme girls and also held the donation blankets after the free film showing. A very worthwhile amount was collected to help with society funds, but more is certainly needed, of course. From left, Ngaire Wallen, Julie McKenzie, Robyn Smith and Tina Clark.

Four other members of the team were Lynnette Wallen, Denise Wallen, Janice Williams and Ayling Louie.

Others present at the function included Helen and Barrie Rice with Max Davoren ...

Alan Loye, Bill Andrews and Peter Scott. .

Graham and Kath Thomas and Doreen and John Fitzharris ...

Joe Dodgshun sharing a joke with John Hawksworth, David Edgar and Mrs Dodgshun ...

Cynthia and Stephen Dobson...

Mrs Jeanette Williams and Mrs Jeanette Voyce ...

Harry Yates and Dave McQueen

Miss T. Hopkins, a visitor from Marton, pictured with Miss Romola Bunt and Miss June McGregor.

Mr and Mrs L. Bryon were also among the guests.

Pictured with her mother, Mrs Inge Simmonsen, is Jane Simmonsen, and with them is Mrs Mavis Boyle (right).

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 222 : November 29, 1972

The Helping Hand