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Local Skittles Challenge Match

A challenge match between the champion team of Bideford and District Skittles League and the champion team of Bideford Women’s Skittles League resulted in a win for the men by 27 pins.

Representing the ladies were the Charrington Charlies team for whom M Kinsman was top scorer. Representing the men were Bideford British Legion, with A Williams making the highest contribution.

20.6.1969 Bideford skittles challenge

The Charrington Charlies team: H Oke, L Jenkins, J Moase, M Kinsman, N Cann, M Yeo

20.6.1969 Bideford skittles challenge 2

The British Legion team: G Cole, A Williams, R Stanbury, F Sines, I Shortridge, K Gist

Gazette edition dated 20 June 1969

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