1959 Swimming Certificate
Post by Frank Watts
The tests required for the Advanced Swimming Certificate were:
1. A speed test over 50 yards
2. An Endurace Test over 440 yards
3. Diving from the surface in not less than 6 feet of water to pick up a brick from the bottom.
An added bonus for achieving this level was a free season ticket to Ilford swimming baths, which I’m afraid is no longer open.
Hi Frank
Not sure if you are the Frank that I knew at Redaluma paint who was constantly spraying his scooter.
From Richard Hewes
Hi Richard, thanks for the message. Redaluma paints Grove road, yes that’s me. Sorry, I cannot recollect where our paths crossed but it was good to hear from you. Best wishes, Frank
Hi Frank
I was a young lad that worked in the office. I think you worked in the lab in a white coat. I wasn’t there long. I went off to work in London in the alarm business. Been in security ever since. I can remember you having your scooter panels dipped to become copper coloured.
You must be a little older than me. I’m reaching the big 70 next year.
Best regards. If I don’t hear from you have a great Christmas
Richard
Hi Richard I stayed in the surface coatings industry all my working life specializing in wood finishing. You are, right I am just coming up to my 70th, all being, well at Christmas. Hope your well, best wishes Frank