Historical information

With the creation of the township of Mount Beauty in 1946 the SECV made every effort to provide wholesome activities for the 3000+ people suddenly living in the remote new community. GRA-Y was an American system of Gymnastics for men and boys under the umbrella of the YMCA. The Gra-Y club continued on to the 1980s.

Significance

This book is the manual used to train leaders and was used continually through the years. This copy was the property of Mr Ron White, who went on to become Engineer in Chief-Hydro.

Physical description

Cream coloured with black and red decals and writing on soft card cover. 142 pages held by two staples. Three red logos on top left hand side.Sub titles: 'A club program / for boys 9 to 12 / years of age' and along the bottom 'Young Men's Christian Association'

Inscriptions & markings

Front and back stamp: The National Committee / Young Men's Christian Association / of Australia