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Specially produced for the entertainment of residents at Torrington View Welfare House, Torrington, a play entitled ‘The Rest Cure’ had some hilarious moments.

5.3.1965 Torrington Home 1

It was produced by Mrs H M Ashley.

The cast consisted of Mr Ashley; Mrs F Davey; Mrs I Quick; Mrs P Taylor; Mrs L Juniper. Scenery was by Mr C Crompton and Mr Parfitt. Adding to the variety of the evening were other items and the residents joined heartily in the community items. Mrs A Hookway, one of the staff, sang and played the piano, Mrs L Hutchins played the accordion and Mr G Copp the harmonica. 

5.3.1965 Torrington Home 2

The Gazette article is dated 5 March 1965

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