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No 28 : October 18, 1956

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Rain or Shine...
Bowlers Start Season

Showers came and went on the afternoon when Gisborne bowlers opened their 1956-57 season, but that didn't dampen the enthusiasm of the ever-growing army of enthusiasts.

Poverty Bay and East Coast Centre president Erie Halstead did the rounds of all four clubs, accompanied by vice-president Don Cameron and N.Z. Council delegate Les Kendrew.

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The Mayor (Mr Barker), Mr Halstead, and Mr Kendrew at Poverty Bay Club, where rain sent gathering indoors

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Light shower moved R.S.A. club gathering under verandah, but passed to allow Mrs Barwick to roll up the first bowl

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At Gisborne Club, rain started to pelt down as president Gordon Henderson addressed members.

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The appearance of greens, grounds, and buildings at all local rinks reflected the growth of clubs and the pride of members in them.

Notable achievements included the preparation and opening of the second green at the R.S.A. Club, and the fact that the P.B. Club's handsome pavilion, built by members, is now debt-free.

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Gisborne Club members retreated to shelter of verandah.

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Sun came out for Mrs George Brodie to put up first, bowl at P.B. Club.

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At Kahutia Club, President Bill Phillips and the secretary's wife, Mrs Esquilant, watch Mrs Phillips open season.

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By the time Mr Halstead had done the rounds and reached his home green at Kahutia, sun had broken through the clouds and brightened prospects for the coming season.

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