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No 108 : October 18, 1969

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New Season Opened

Heavy rain and wind prevented the Nelson Rifle Club from opening its season on the scheduled date, but there was a good muster of members at the official opening shoot the next week. The opening was held at the club's headquarters, the Thorndale range, Wakapuaka.

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A section of the members listens to opening addresses.

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John Gibbs gets his elbow pads adjusted prior to the first shoot.

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Joff Kroening opened the season with a bull.

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Club stalwarts Ray Tantrum and Warner Kenning give a preview of the season.

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Joe Gibbs has a critical look at the new tube foresight on Chris Smith's rifle.

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