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No 143 : September 16, 1972

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Pony Club Gymkhana

One of the highlights of a recent combined pony clubs' gymkhana was a novelty race for the parents. It was similar to musical chairs except sacks replaced chairs, and the parents were mounted. There were quite a few pained looks on the faces of children as their parents competed on small ponies.

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Anne Choat looks the part in Cossack-style headgear

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Brian Milne clears a jump in the novice event

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Johnnie Stewart won the sack race and was presented with a gleaming cup

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Barbara Beatson towers over 'Springtime,' who belongs to Mrs Beatson's seven-year-old daughter

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Norene Haythome makes a determined bid for the sack but is beaten by Nan Marwick, on foot

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