Restored tractor presented to pioneer

Jack Hill, 93, got his first look at a restored tractor he donated to the Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Association.

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Jul. 30, 2015 4:00 p.m.
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Pioneer Jack Hill sits by a restored tractor he donated to the Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Association several years ago.

Dozens gathered at Bevan Lodge Monday as local pioneer Jack Hill, 93, got his first look at the restored tractor he donated to the Fraser Valley Antique Farm Machinery Association several years ago.

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