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Donated by Mr F.C. (Don) Cole

Written on back with blue ballpoint pen – Don Cole

Canoeing / Kayaking event on river below Mangaore Powerhouse, c.1973 1 B&W photo print

Large crowd of people (including some competitors) on bridge watching canoeists on the river. Competitor #? passing between poles 6 at the bridge. Another competitor is turning so as to be able to pass between poles 6. Another competitor is approaching pole 7.

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shannon centennial collection,
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