The union methodist business girls sports team

1949-1950.

Uniforms were made by Ray Milliners in New Regent Street. 15 teams in the competition. Peggy is 2nd left in photo. Teams would perform a folk dance, drill, potato race, relay. Would practice in Latimer Square at lunch times. Won the event 5 years in a row.

This photo was Highly Commended in the 1940s Decade entries.

Area: Central City / Central Christchurch - North

Contributor: Peggy Miller

Source: Entry in the 2008 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-HWC08-SU-127

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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The union methodist business girls sports team

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