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Unknown Lady

From the cuttings file, we believe the photograph was taken on the beach at Skinningrove. Do you know who, where and when? Please help.

Image courtesy of Loftus Youth Club.

Well Done

June Goodwill receiving one of the six awards she had gained from Miss D. Lantsbery; escort to Norman Lantsbery, Chairman of Loftus Urban District Council.

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What a Nice Lamp

Mr and Mrs Richardson admiring work from the Arts and crafts exhibition. Do you remember the day?

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Artists at Work

Mr Harrison with members of the Arts Group of the Youth Club finishing off work in preparation for their forthcoming exhibition.

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A Certificate for Colin

Colin Breckon receiving his certificate from Mrs S. S. Richardson; with Mr Chris Harrison, Mr C. Tidman, Mr George Hebditch and Kenneth Yeates looking on.

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Another Presentation

Mrs G. Dixon (Chairman of the North Riding Association of Youth Clubs) made a presentation at the Christmas Bazaar. Can you remember the event?

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El Alamein Spirit

A fighting spirit was recalled at the ten year birthday celebrations of the opening of Loftus Youth Club by Sir William Worsley. He and his wife were return guests at the celebrations. Were you there?

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Where’s My Bone?

This image of a foxhound presumably having escaped from one of the “meets” at Skelton Castle. Must have been more interesting than chasing across the countryside! Dating from the early 1900s, this Phoenix series postcard could still be replicated today, although the vegetation fronting the walls is now much reduced.

Image courtesy of Peter Appleton.

Mr Harrison’s Card

Mr Chris Harrison took over as Leader at the Loftus Youth Club after Mr and Mrs Tart emigrated to Tasmania in 1950. Pictured is his was his official ‘calling’ card, to be used when out on official business.

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Cutting for The Six Wives of Calais

A good write up for the Youth Club production. Were you there?

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