# 13 - February 1959
[The National Naturist Review - Autumn] Editor: Perc Cousins (Pages: 24 - 5/- per annum)
Contents:-
Editorial
A Tribute & a Look to the Future
Old Reviews
The 7th National Rally
The N.Z. Sunbathing Association
A Tribute to Ray Martin
Outside N.Z. - Naturist Films
INF - Handbook, Passport & Badges; France, Italy, England, Holland, Germany, Denmark, Australia, U.S.A.
A Kiwi at Woburn
Club Notes (10)
Perc Cousins,
Editor
Official Journal
of the New Zealand
Sunbathing Association
Autumn Issue 1959
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In writing for this Review, I can do no better than to quote from a very fine little brochure put out by the Van Tan Club of Vancouver, Canada. This booklet is designed to acquaint the enquirer with some of the basic facts of nudism, facts which apply in New Zealand just as much as in Canada. It reads, "Nudism is not a cult or religion, but a philosophy for living.
Many centuries ago, the ancient Romans and Greeks participated in many sports and athletic events in the nude, believing that in this way the muscles were given free play and more opportunity to develop. Evidently this belief bore fruit, as history tells many tales of athletic prowess which we could never hope to surpass.
Nudists too believe in the unlimited benefits to be derived from sunshine, fresh air and bodies unfettered by clothing. They constantly strive to obtain the privilege of nude bathing on public beaches, in areas reserved for this purpose. To achieve such a goal takes much work, a good deal of foresight and a strong representation.
The practice of nudism offers a great deal more than a mere suntan. The teachings of past years that brought into use the word 'shame' have to be overcome. These teachings were based on the false premise that a natural sense of shame exists with regard to certain parts of the human body. Nothing could be further from the truth. This condition was created by constant repetition of so-called educators of the past and reformers.
Nudism proves beyond a shadow of doubt that the nude body does not draw any undue attention from members of the opposite sex. Also that this sense of shame should and does not exist, in fact.
That our children will be raised without this word 'shame' hanging over them is one of our rewards."
To add to this, one can assure the hesitant that nudism, as practiced in our official clubs, is entirely legal and its benefits are recognised by some whom we have interviewed connected with the Government of this country. One thing that strikes the beginner is the spirit of friendliness and trust that this way of living engenders. You are not only free from your clothes, but a lot of mental cobwebs, fears and humbugs as well. These unconsciously beset the average person, though as most of them have become conventional and therefore "respectable" they are automatically accepted without much more thought.
Nudism confers so many real benefits to man, woman and child, that we should be proud to be ca1led members of club and anxious to help others to be free and to enjoy this natural and healthy pursuit. Remember, we are members of a movement, that although misunderstood by many, is nevertheless capable of curing juvenile delinquency and helping to make a much better world, badly in need of help at this present time.
Perc.
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The trouble with a lot of these hit tunes is that you cannot hit back.
It is with considerable regret that we have to accept the resignation of Stewart from the position of Editor of this publication. This issue is number 13, and in literary circles, means the commencement of the second volume. Under Stewart's guidance, it has ceased to be the struggling infant it was and is now beginning to assert itself and become one of the many voices of organised nudism in the world today. We have frequently been quoted by other magazines and there are many commendatory letters on file indicating approval of our efforts. While it has been accomplished by the efforts of number of people, the general policy and style of the Review has been created by Stewart, while his editorials have always been a reflection of considered opinion, without exaggeration or questionable taste.
We understand the reasons behind his unfortunate decision and for that reason accept Stewart's withdrawal from active participation in the preparation of our magazine. Nevertheless, we do express the hope that this state of affairs will be of a temporary nature and look forward to his active interest, when the present circumstances have been adjusted.
Many subscribers will already have received a circular from Doug regarding subscriptions and it will help us here at Head Office if we can have your full cooperation in getting our accounts up to date and in order. Although there is equal to days of voluntary work for one person, involved in the preparation of each issue, we still have to pay for covers, paper, stencils, envelopes, postage and so forth and with circulation increasing, we must pay our way and build up that fund for the day we go into print.
The publication of the Review must continue and Head Office will see to it that this is carried out. We can probably cope with the editorial side of the work, but it will be necessary for someone to take over the business side. This includes maintaining records of mailing lists, subscriptions, handling all accounts, posting and so forth. Once we get it all in order, it will soon become a matter of routine, but it is a responsibility nevertheless. National work should be shared, so please give these offices your earnest consideration. Further information will gladly be supplied by this office.
NEXT DEADLINE.
The latest Review was rather late in coming out, and efforts will be made to rectify this with future issues. Therefore, please note that the deadline for club reports, articles, letters etc. for the next issue is the 20th, July, 1959.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS.
We do our best, but we can't possibly know when you move if you don't tell us. So that your next Review will not go astray, please inform us if you change your address.
SEALED ENVELOPES.
Unless you notify us to the contrary, only a 2d. stamp will be put on your envelope.
OLD REVIEWS.
What do you do with your Review when you have reed it? Throw it away? You know a lot of time and effort goes into the preparation of this Review and those responsible would like to feel you appreciate this fact. In any case, their purpose is to inform, encourage and inspire, and what better medium could you have to interest those friends with whom you have been discussing our ideals. Don't throw the next one away, but hand it on to someone you feel may be interested. You may win another member to our movement and the Review will really be doing the job its staff is wanting it to do. It will be ever so much more satisfying if we know this so who will be the first to tell us they have won new member because they gave them a Review to read? We will be waiting with interest.
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DISCUSSION SESSIONS
The ravages of time on my memory, and chaos in my filing basket, for things nudist/naturist will make my summary of what we discussed possibly less reliable than I would like. Why on earth did I put my big foot in it and say I would summarise these discussions? And why did someone take me at my word?
Probably the most rewarding subject discussed was that of methods of interviewing applicants. Techniques seemed to range from that practised by Christchurch of going to the person who applied right away, through to that of the Auckland clubs who tended to ask an applicant to the home of, say, the secretary or president with maybe another couple on the committee present, to the Wellington club who had an interview session with fu1l committee.
However, Christchurch's contribution was especially useful as they were able to show that their method of interviewing folk was a practical one that gave results. Many people write in to a club on the spur of the moment - or, rather, they've probably thought it over a lot but once they have written in they might regret having done so and wish they could get their letter back again. Christchurch recognise this and the consequence: that, if you leave them too long to reflect on what they've done, they may cool off and the club's probably lost some good members. Much better to get onto them right away and see them in their own homes. By doing this not only are you striking while the iron is hot, but you are also able to judge people as they are by seeing what their homes are like - and this gives a good pointer to whether the folk will be club members who will be an asset or not. It is not the size or type of house, or the district, that one looks for, but the signs that show that the person is genuine. Christchurch have had success with this method and it was generally agreed that it was something that could well be followed in other clubs for trial.
It was generally agreed that minors needed their parents' permission to join the club. If they were not willing to have their parents know that they wanted to join, then there was something wrong somewhere and much though we would like to help from an idealistic angle, from a practical angle we would do best to leave well alone.
It was also generally agreed that a group within a club for single men only, was a negation of all that was implied by social nudism - the mixing of the sexes without fuss or embarrassment in a state of nudity.
Snoopers - weren't worth worrying about, by and large. If a club considered that they need to be dealt with they had their own drill appropriate to their site and circumstances.
If anyone else can remember what else we discussed would they please write about it in the next issue? I'm sure there Was something else, but I lust can't think of it.
Anyhow, it was generally agreed that the discussion session was enjoyable and valuable, and that we would do well to make this a permanent feature for all future national rallies.
Gerald.
REVIEW SUB SCRIPTI0NS.
Following the recommendation from the N.Z.S.A. general meeting held at the last Rally, that it be obligatory for all clubs to see that their full membership subscribes to this Review, we have been asked what method is employed by Wellington to bring this about. As the answer will no doubt be of interest to other clubs, we are pleased to explain their system. Actually it is quite simple.
Members determine the amount of the annual subscription at each A.G.M. and agree to add an extra 5/- to meet the cost of the Review. The club pays postage, but in order to reduce this expense as much is possible, the secretary endeavours to send the Reviews out with the club circulars, or hands them out personally at rallies or socials. As the club membership varies from time to time, the number required is conveyed to the editor each quarter and payment for that quantity with the request. That's all.
THE 8TH NATIONAL RALLY.
Remember, this will be held in the grounds of the Auckland Outdoor Health Club (Inc.) on: the 1st. 2nd and 3rd. January, 1960. Work is proceeding to equip the site for this great annual event. If you've been to one before, you will want to go again; if you've not, then don't leave making your plans till too late. This is MUST for every naturist who wants to see the movement grow and who also wants to have a thoroughly enjoyable holiday as well. Start planning now.
CLUB DELEGATES OF THE N.Z.S.A.
In order to keep executive members and delegates in touch with world affairs, this office is circulating among them, magazines and other material as it comes to hand. We feel this is an important service, for these members need to be fully informed in order to help direct the policy of the N.Z.S.A., and its member clubs. Have you informed us who your delegate is for 1959?
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Whilst in Auckland or at some of the Wanganui Rallies, did you notice a short man, broad of shoulder and with a distinctive silver "blaze" in his hair? A man with a welcome smile and a word for each and everyone.
Then you had the pleasure of knowing Raymond Marshall Martin, otherwise "Ray" of Auckland Sun Club. This was the man whose short life of forty-eight years was filled with a variety of occupations, an interest in Naturism and more than his share of misfortune.
Born in Dunedin in the year 1910 (12th December) of farming stock, he moved to Auckland - where the family lived from 1917 to 1921. Then come a move to Gisborne and it's farming areas where Ray was employed as farmhand and for sometime as a jockey.
1941 saw his marriage at Matamata to Alma and a consequent move to Auckland where he took up farming work again and where he lived until his early demise. During this time he become the father of four children had a number of contrasting jobs and his interest in sunbathing led to his becoming an active participant.
He left farming to become first a milk-rounds-man then an employee of the Auck1nd Star (press room), from whence he moved to the Tramways. Here he sustained injuries and the loss of the sight of one eye, which rendered him unfit for driving public conveyances.
His last move, to the Cargo Workers, took place after this, and he stayed with them until his illness prevented him from working again. During this period Ray joined the Auckland Outdoor Health Club in 1952, and gain sustained injuries of a serious nature. The first was fractured skull incurred on his birthday in 1951 doing cargo work, and the other involved the whole family in 1954 in motor accident.
1954 saw Ray help to found the Auckland Sun Club after the split which occurred in the other Club. From then on he devoted a lot of his time to the movement and also set us a good example in his behaviour, and his well wishing to others of the same ideals.
The final chapter began in March 1956, when his illness became manifest resulting in three major operations and the final release from suffering and pain exactly two years later on Friday 13th. March.
We, who had the privilege of knowing him, will miss him sadly, and appreciate all that he did or ever attempted to do for the furtherance and wellbeing of the Sunbathing Movement.
Tom.
NATURIST FILMS.
Numerous reports are reaching us of films depicting our way of life being shown in normal circuits, in various parts of the world. It appears that the success of "Garden of Eden" in passing the censors has encouraged other companies and organisations to emulate the example, and we have since heard that quite a list of films have been shown without restrictions. This surely indicates a broadening outlook and an acceptance of the fact that nakedness need not mean sex spice, or filth. We heartily commend the censors and other authorities concerned for their commonsense attitude and they can feel they have done the right thing, as audiences have accepted the films in the spirit in which they were intended and have certainly not suffered in any way, as Mrs. Grundy might imagine. Enquiries have already been made with a view to getting release of some of the following titles in N.Z. in the near future. "Around the World with Nothing On", "Elysia", "The Unashamed", "Isle du Levant", and now an English production called "Nudist Paradise".
This latter picture features Spielplatz and the Woburn Congress and is in colour. In addition to four professional plays, several well known nudist personalities appear with a background of happy crowds as seen at any club on a sunny day.
HANDBOOKS, PASSPORTS AND BADGES.
The I.N.F. issues the above to national associations for sale to their members. Apart from the value they have to the owners, every purchase helps this international federation to give better and more efficient service to the world movement. We commend their purchase to all members.
HANDBOOK.
This is a printed booklet, giving a complete coverage of all information one would want about clubs, camps and facilities generally throughout the world. Price 7/-.
PASSPORT.
This is an international passport that entit1es the holder to enter any club anywhere, with the slight exception of the few very private clubs who restrict admittance to their own members. For travellers, an annual stamp is required to keep it up to date. Price for passport 5/-. Price for annual stamp 5/-.
BADGES.
These are made for the lapel and are about the size of a sixpenny bit, depicting the I.N.F. symbol as shown at the head of this section, Colours are blue on silver. Price 2/-.
Orders, with money from this office only.
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FRANCE.
The club previously known s "La Gorgetta" has been expelled from the official movement, owing to numerous complaints.
ITALY.
Despite the religious difficulties where naturism is officially banned, we now hear that naturist films are receiving acclaim when presented through the organisation known as CRAL (Recreation rooms of the Trade and Industria1 Associations.) The technical director, himself a member of I.N.F. has screened these films before hundreds of employees from different firms and scores resounding successes by doing so.
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ENGLAND.
As has already been reported Carl Brown of the United States started a foundation at the Congress held recently at Woburn, England. 50 dollars had been placed at the disposal of the INF/FNI for internal distribution for essays by naturist youth. The first competition of this nature actually took place during the Congress at Woburn, 1958. It was offered for the best essay on "Youth and Naturism". We are reprinting the essay written by sixteen year old Janet White, who gained the second prize.
"My View On Naturism."
"I started to be a naturist when I was six months old. I did not have much chance to object or accept the proposal since I was too young, for one thing, and for another my father would have made me go even if I did object.
As I grew older, I began to like and understand naturism. Sometimes people call naturists "Nudists". Many dislike this and I am one of these. A naturist undresses as it is the natural thing to do, but nudists have a variety of reasons for doing so and none of them is good.
My first club, I mean the first one I visited was ca11ed South Hants. It is a lovely club, with a swimming pool, and it is wonderful to swim without a costume. In some clubs there are persons who are very curious. They stand and gaze at you and afterwards tell everybody how terrible naturism is. The press brings reports of our activities, but just to make it a bit more interesting they call us nudists and then the outside world gets a false impression of us. My school-friends do not know that I am a naturist and I don't intend telling them, as I am not sure if they would approve of it. This year is the first time I have visited the INF and I have been delighted that the Congress was held in England, as it has given me the chance of meeting people from other countries. I have made good friends with these people and I hope to visit them in their clubs in the coming years.
Janet White."
(See the next issue for another winning essay. Ed.)
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HOLLAND.
Several excellent articles have appeared in Dutch newspapers of late giving factual accounts of visits to clubs. Zon en Leven club even asserted that on very objective account written by Gerton van Wageningen after a visit, was the first time such a splendid article had appeared in a Dutch publication. In November last year, a congress of Broederschaftsfederaties took place in the Hague. This organisation embraces 28 different humanitarian associations spread over the whole of Holland. During the congress, a lecture was delivered by Jaap Egmond, the chairman of Zon en Leven, his subject being "Freedom." Zon en Leven had a small display stand at the congress.
GERMANY.
It is with regret that we announce the death of Richard Ungewitter. The day before his 90th. birthday, this pioneer, often called "The Father Of Naturism", died in his home in Stuttgart, Germany. Much of the acceptance enjoyed today, is the result of his fearless work many years ago, when naturists were regarded as cranks or morons. The movement is poorer for his passing.
DENMARK.
The 7th World Congress will be held in Denmark, in 1960 at the new Solbakken camp. Who will represent N.Z. on this occasion?
With the drawn of 1959, the Danish "Sun and Health" celebrated its 10th. birthday. As "Sol og Sunhed" it has already been in existence for 23 years.
AUSTRALIA.
Frank Thomas, of Sydney, publisher of Sun Review, has had his magazine officially recognized by the Supreme Court. It may he sold on the bookstalls once again, but only with retouched illustrations, so that naturists depicted therein will appear as sexless beings.
U.S.A.
The American Sunbathing Association with a membership of about 10,000 nudists, has now become a member of the I.N.F. The President, Mr. J. Le Cates has named a special I.N.F. committee to concern itself with international matters. Carl Brown was present at Woburn and John Bach is now Counsellor on the I.N.F. Central Committee. Of the larger world organisations, only the Federation of British Sun Clubs now stands outside the ranks of the I.N.F.
Victory in the Battle Creek case. U.S.A.
Five naturists nabbed in police raid in their camp in 1956 and accused of indecent exposure have won the day. On the 10th September, 1958, in the Michigan Supreme Court they were found not guilty by Justice John Voelker, who said that the only indecency in the whole case, was the behaviour of the police who arrested the naturists. Four car loads of policemen hauled the naturists away like "plucked chickens", said the Judge.
Uncle Danny sues New York City.
It will be remembered that Isley Boone won his fight against the U.S. Post 0ffice last year, by being allowed to distribute his magazines, "Sunshine and Health" and "Sun." Now that New York City is attempting to interfere with their distribution, he is suing them, justifiably feeling that their action is illegal in view of his previous victory. It is good to see this nudist pioneer taking the offensive and we wish him every success.
It was a bright sunny day on Sunday, August 17th. 1958. Sunny days were not very frequent in the English summer of last year, and no doubt the B.S.B.A. were very pleased that the weather behaved itself so well for the opening of the International Naturist Camp at Woburn Abbey, for which they were hosts.
The area provided for the Camp was a pleasant and secluded corner of the very large grounds surrounding the Abbey - so secluded, in fact, that I had some difficulty in finding it at the first attempt. The main camping area was situated between two belts of trees, and tents were pitched down both sides, leaving a wide open area down the centre. This part of the grounds was well away from that frequented by the half-crown visitors to the Abbey, and there was more than enough room for everybody, including those who had their own tents and caravans.
About 11.30 in the morning the Camp was declared officially open by one of the Vice-Presidents of the B.S.B.A. in the presence of about one hundred, including fifteen from overseas. There would have been a larger gathering, but the German Youth Group of about sixty, by far the largest contingent attending the camp, were not due to arrive until the following Tuesday, and most of the Congress delegates were not expected until week later.
After lunch, we went for a swim. There was unfortunately, no pool on the grounds, but the B.S.B.A. had arranged for the use of a private swimming pool about two miles away, and we went down in several car loads for a refreshing dip, which was most enjoyable.
Back to the grounds for afternoon tea, after which I packed up and set out for the drive home. Just as I was leaving, the weather apparently decided that we had had enough sun for the present, and the sky clouded over ominously - a prelude for a lot more rain in the succeeding days.
I was back again on Tuesday, August 26th., this time for the Sixth World Naturist Congress, which commenced on the following day.
There was an official welcome or delegates on the Wednesday morning in the Woburn Town Hall at 11 o'clock, when the President of the International Naturist Federation was in the chair, after which delegates were entertained to lunch in the Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey. A free tour of the abbey was available for delegates afterwards, and in the evening a very pleasant and well-attended dance was held in the Woburn Town Hall.
This was a beautiful sunny day, one of the hottest of the whole summer, and although the various official functions kept us indoors practically all day, we were very thrilled with the excellent weather and looked forward eagerly to the days ahead, when we could really enjoy the excellent sunshine.
The next morning was cold, we had a thunderstorm, and the rain came down in torrents. It was impossible to drive the car anywhere near the tent in which the Congress sessions were to be held, the space down the centre of the camping area having long since become a quagmire with the earlier rainy days, and we had to park on the sealed road just inside the Abbey gates. Having by now been in England several months and got used to the English summer, I was fortunte1y well provided for just such a eventuality - although I must admit that there seemed to be something slightly incongruous in arriving at a Naturist conference muffled up in coat and pullover, wearing galoshes, and carrying an umbrella!
The business sessions were opened at 3 p.m. in the presence of 13 delegates, representing eleven countries. If you think that we were spaced out around a horseshoe-shaped mahogany table, with little signs in front of us, like the United Nations, then I am afraid that you have got quite the wrong impression. Those who arrived at meetings promptly, did get a chair and a space at one of the two tables borrowed [P20] from the restaurant tent - the latecomers had to sit on a board between two trestles and write on their knees as best they could. Not a serious matter really, but not quite what one expects at the International level.
One more serious matter which immediately became evident was the language difficulty. Three languages were used, English, French and German. All official reports and delegates' reports, and all question and answers from the floor and from the executive, had to be put into three languages, and not only does this make proceedings very slow, but it is a bit worrying after three days of it, as one is on the right "wave-1ength", as it were, for only one-third of the time. Most of the delegates, including the two American representatives, knew German, and I think the B.S.B.A. delegate and myself were the only two, who, in the true British tradition, understood no other language than our own. I did mange to get in an odd "Jah" or "Nein" when voting towards the end of the Congress, but I am afraid that that was the full extent of the linguistic ability of your official representative.
The actual business itself was mainly concerned with administrative matters, such as membership fees, the cost of passport stamps. (Total N.Z. Passports - 1), and various problems peculiar to the European clubs, where of course the membership is rather larger than ours. In France alone there are forty six groups with something like twenty thousand members, and there are of course, very large memberships in Germany and in some of the other European countries. The U.S.A. has three National Associations with a total of approximately ten thousand members, and the world total is something like seventy thousand in fifteen countries.
Of all delegates reporting, only two reported that no progress had been made since the previous Congress. On was the Australian delegate, and the other was the delegate representing the B.S.B.A. who said that their membership was very much the same as before. Of course, as we all know, there are two National associations in the U.K., one of which, was unfortunately not represented at the congress, in addition to which are what are probably the two largest "clubs" that do not belong to either association.
The Seventh World Congress is to be held in Denmark during the second half of July, 196O, and no doubt Perc. would be interested to hear from any club member who will be over in Scandinavia at that time. Knowledge of German is a decided advantage - galoshes and umbrella not required (we hope)!
(See next issue for "A Kiwi at Sheplegh Court" by the same writer. Ed.)
Auckland Outdoor Health Club (Inc.) (Members.) Box 2702, Auckland.
The Sunday before Easter we held our first 'Open Day' when club members were clothed for a part of the day and outsiders were invited to see the club grounds and join in our activities for the afternoon. Although attendance was not high, the occasion was an undoubted success. Work continued on the foundations of the clubhouse and our guests were truly able to see us as we usually are. When 'stripping time' came this was done without show and few found it necessary to depart beforehand; in fact one large family was only too glad to be in!
On this weekend Dick and Anna announced that they had decided to give the club their 135 acre property in Northland to do with it as we will. This very generous gesture has given us much pleasure but we realise that this property is not something that we can hug to our breasts against all comers - to mix my metaphors muddlesomely. It is perhaps appropriate that our club should be caretakers for the national movement for the property whilst, of course, keeping the right to dispose or otherwise deal with it if considered suitable.
We were especially happy to welcome Anna to our club for Easter and to here that she and Dick intend to build on the club site and come and live with us, though they may go back north during the winter. If all nudists were like Dick and Anna Presidents and Secretaries wouldn't grow grey hair (or lose it!) and would also live to ripe old ages.
Another piece of good news that came out of our Open Day was that a local builder is 'Shouting' us the joinery for our clubhouse. The clubhouse, incidentally, is on its way up. So are we.
Kaurimu Sun Club (Inc.) (Members.) Box 15, Glen Eden, Auckland.
Auckland Sun Club. (Proprietary.) Box 2925, Auckland.
Following the death of Ray, Tom is endeavouring to pick up the threads so that the club may carry on as before. We hope to be able to report progress in the next issue.
Waikato Sun Club. (Members.) Box 4032, Hamilton.
Gisborne Sun Club. (Members.) c/- Box 6359, Wellington.
Wanganui Sun Club. (Members.) Box 410, Wanganui.
Wellington Sun & Health Society (Inc.) (Members.) Box 6359, Wellington.
Now that the power is laid on in the clubhouse and canteen, weekenders have appreciated this addition1 amenity, especil1y the comfort of a trouble-free shave. Painting of the exterior of the clubhouse is under way. A further clearing and tree planting programme has started, so that in a year or two the present unsightly iron fence may be removed and complete privacy still be assured. The Kiddies Corner is being extended towards the bush and a new look given to oil this area right up to the "Bridge of Size". This is part of the development plan that will make it really beautiful. The Half-Annual meeting was held in the grounds recently, preceded by a barbecue. This was the first time a general meeting has been held at Fiveacres and as the day was near perfect, it was voted a great success. Pool construction and work parties were items on the agenda. A number of new members were welcomed into the Society and tentative plans for the winter socials were put in train.
Canterbury Sun & Health Club (Inc.) (Members.) Box 1823, Christchurch.
Work has begun on the new road on the north side and a clearing started for a miniature golf course.
Otago Sun & Health Club. (Members.) Box 2958, South Dunedin.
Work is still being carried on at the site and a second smaller terrace above the pool is rapidly taking shape. Rocks and boulders continue to hamper the work. Another unexpected trouble is the excess of leaves, dirt and lobsters getting into the pool, and some means of dealing with these will have to be devised. Membership is dormant at the present time.
Southern Sun & Health Club. (Members.) Box 486, Invercargill.
Our newest club appears to be off to a flying start and it is good to hear of their progress. In answer to advertisements inserted in the paper, 16 replies were received, most of which were from married couples and families. They have been offered an area of peat and scrub comprising 80 acres, only 11 miles from the city. There will be a lot of work to drain and make the place usable, but access to the property is already formed. We hope to be able to make a favourable report on this site in the next Review.
Noted:-
Stewart Ransom: A Tribute; Editors
Obituary: Ray Martin (by Tom)
