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Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 14, Issue 100, 20 February 1950, Page 2

( WITH STURDY GEARS NON-CLOG FEED BALL RACES THE / s Gallagher r~ Rotary Topdresser / r i; . , , Is the best machine of its kind on the market. We are now taking orders for autumn delivery. Mussett & Littlejohn THE STRAND, WHAKATANE. P.O. BOX 59 PHONE 34

WATCH /Repairs —Quick service, work guaranteed. Agents for Security Watchmakers. Burney’s, King x Street. “SAMSON” Paints for any work in the house. Pre-war quality at competitive prices. Boon Sullivan, Luke Ltd. 51

LET’S STOP THESE DROWNINGS RIVERS CAUSE k OF ALL DROWNINGS.. Mtfrms ms/rs Much of our sport and recreation is associated with rivers . . . but rivers can be dangerous. Don’t take risks in them-- know the dangers and respect rivers ... TRAMPERS, DEERSTALKERS, OUTDOOR FOLKS ! Never take rivers cheaply. Treat them as dangerous until they’re proved otherwise, especially when in flood or fresh. Learn the safe ways of crossing rivers. Look for good fords first. Learn how to wade properly; how to use ropes and poles; how to form human chains. Respect the river. «m m v . mmm FISHERMEN! There’s a rich harvest at river mouths but when netting, whitebaiting or using boats wear a life-jacket. They cost little; may save your life. Be careful tidal changes don’t entangle you in nets. Respect the river. PICNICKERS! Rivers are pleasant to picnic by but don’t let children play or swim unwatched. Don’t dive into unknown pools without investigating for snags or subRespect the river. merged rocks. Inserted by the Physical Welfare and Recreation Branch of the internal Affairs Department