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New Y.M.C.A. Opened
The fine new headquarters of the Gisborne-E.C. Y.M.C.A, in Childers Road reserve was officially opened by the patron, Mr A. B. Williaras, last month, before a large attendance of members, supporters, and the public, The Williams family have given much financial assistance to the project.
Mr Williams speaking. Others, from left, are the Rev and Mrs D. H. Turnbull; the president of the Y.M.C.A,, Mr Brian Johnstone; the secretary of the National Council of the Y.M.C.A., Mr G. F. Briggs; Mrs Esme Tombleson, M.P., and Mr T. W. J. Tombleson.
"You can't take it with you, and giving it to the Y.M. is better than to Keith Holyoake or Walter Nash", said Mr Williams.
Mr Williams opening the door
Mr Bob O'Kane, a former secretary at Gisborne, now of Christchurch.
Portion of the audience at the opening ceremony
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