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No 108 : October 18, 1969

29

The Blooming Flowers of Spring

After the very heavy rain and wind storms experienced in the Nelson district earlier in the month, it was surprising to find that the quality of blooms exhibited at the Nelson Horticultural Society's spring show were of such a high standard Again the show was well supported, with strong entries in the decorative classes.

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Alf Hollyman has eyes only for his daffodils as he makes last-minute adjustments to his exhibits.

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Appraising her work with a critical eye is Mrs Roma Brabant.

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Premier bloom winner was again Clarrie Andrews, of Brightwater, seen here with his wife, Elsie, finishing off his vases.

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Tom Bright, of Momorangi Bay, is not painting this daff, just brushing up on his trumpet work.

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Having a quiet look at the cut shrubs before judging commences are Mary Spellerberg and Gwyneth Thomson.

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