May 13, 1977

NEEDLE makers at Studley this week revived an ancient tradition by staging a mock wedding on the shop floor.

The bride wore white satin and chiffon, but when the wedding veil was lifted up, the truth was revealed.

People expecting to see a beautiful bride waiting for her husband to be would have had a great shock.

For beneath the lace veil was the face of Graham Hemming who stepped into the bridal role to follow a factory custom.

Tradition dictates that when two Needle Industries workers decide to tie the knot, work mates stage an elaborate rehearsal in honour of the happy couple.

Real life bride and groom Margaret Walton and John Humphries looked on as blushing bride Graham and groom for the day Les Jakeman were 'married'.