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No 68 : June 25, 1966

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Pistol Shooting Season Ends

The Nelson Pistol Club ended another season recently with its visitors' night and presentation of trophies. The club has gone from strength to strength since its formation in 1961. Gas cylinder pistols have been replaced by proper target pistols and membership has soared.

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Trophy winners: Len Hall, Bert Kooyman, Ed Buckingham, Rudolph Muller, Stan Jones (all at back). Front: Les Greenem, Stephen Buckingham, Judith Russ, Stan Haines, Frank Crimp.

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Judging by expressions, it would appear that Chief Inspector Harry Squires is scoring a point over local MP, Mr Stan Whitehead.

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The girls have a shot. From left: Margaret Haines, Eileen McDonald and Hedy Muller

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Marjorie Squires is given a pointer by Gus Le Frenz

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Some pistols, like this Hammerli, have custom-made grips.

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Young Ken Le Frenz shamed many by putting all shots on target and scoring over 50

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