In the 1930's up to the 1960's Saturday night dances were a regular feature in many rural hall though out New Zealand. One popular group who regularly performed at the Mt Bruce Hall was the "Jack Barnes Rhythm Boys".
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| George Hessell, Maurice Hunt, Bill Ashworth, Clary Jackson, Cril Minifee and Jack Barnes in 1939. | | | |
The group evolved over the years and below is Jack Barnes performing with a different line-up in the Mt Bruce Hall.
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| Mt Bruce Hall musicians 1964. L to R Jack Barnes, Keith Hunt, Russell George and Hilda Lowe |
I have found the identical photo in my family photo's. My grand father is the fourth from the right, Cyril Minifie. It's great to be able to put a date on it.
ReplyDeleteRegards, Karen Brightwell (nee Minifie)
Hi there, I've just seen this post, which includes my great grandfather George Hessell. I was wondering if you have anymore photos or information relating to the Jack Barnes Rhythm Boys? I would love to see more if you do.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the post! Kim Hessell