First Sun, then showers at Minworth’s Junior Sports, 1961

Coleshill Chronicle, 25 August 1961

First Sun, Then Showers at Minworth’s Junior Sports

Sunshine welcomed the early visitors to the 13^th annual Children’s Sports, organized by the Minworth Social Club, on Saturday, but the sun had been replaced by dark clouds by the time the record entry of 32 paraded for the fancy dress competition.

The judges, Alderman Mrs KE Smith, Mrs N Paulin and Mr T Walker, had a difficult job, but returned their verdict just before rain caused the 20 minute postponement of the actual sports.

The running track was crowded with parents and friends urging on their children, and some exciting races resulted. Trophies presented to the boy and girl with the highest number of points were awarded to Patricia Hemmings and Trevor Barnes, both of whom scored seven points.

Sports secretary Mr H Masters said that sports activities in Minworth were rapidly expanding and he praised the work of the president, vice-presidents and members of the social club and local tradespeople.

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