REV. R. HOLT


January 18tli—25tli 24 HOUR VIGIL


From 12 noon on Friday, January 21st, until 12 noon on Saturday, January 22nd, we invite you to share with us in Prayers for Unity in the following centres:— SS. MICHAEL AND JOHN


CL1THEROE PARISH CHURCH (St. Mary Magdalene)


THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, Clitheroe Manor Hall Gospel Hall


Milthorne Avenue, Clitheroe SUNDAY, JAN. 16th LORD’S DAY


Gospel Service 6-30 p.m.


Speaker: Mr. F. WHITMORE Evangelist (Clitheroe)


“The Death of Christ a Necessity”


MONDAY, JAN. 17th at 6-45 p.m.


“Children’s Happy Hour”


WEDNESDAY, JAN. 19th Prayer and Ministry Meeting at 7-45 p.m.


UNITED CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP will meet


TOMORROW, SATURDAY (JANUARY 15th)


NORTHCOTE,


LITTLEMOOR ROAD, CLITHEROE at 7-30 p.m.


ALL ARE WELCOME. CLITHEROE


NATURALISTS SOCIETY


LECTURE "THE DOLOMITES” by Mr. K. RYCROFT


THURSDAY, JAN. 20th at 7-30 p.m.


ROYAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL York Street, Clitheroe.


— ALL WELCOME — CHIPPING


AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY


FARMERS BALL FRIDAY, JAN. 21st


MEMORIAL HALL, CHIPPING


WHIST AND DOMINOES 7-30 p.m. prompt Dancing to the


MELODY MAKERS BAND 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.


ADMISSION 3/6 CLITHEROE


CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH


SUNDAY NEXT (JANUARY 16th)


FAMILY WORSHIP at 10-30 a.m. EVENING WORSHIP at 6-0 p.m.


Rev. Kathleen M. Hendry B.A., B.D.


TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH


SUNDAY, JANUARY 16th 8-0 a.m.


HOLY COMMUNION 10-30 a.m.


Rev. K. J. PHILLIPS 6-0 p.m.


Rev. R. JOBLING 2-0 p.m.


LADIES’ CLASS Speaker:


Rev. R. JOBLING


RIMINGTON YOUTH CLUB D A N C E


FRIDAY, 21st JANUARY


THE QUANDRELL’S BEAT GROUP in


THE INSTITUTE 9 p.m. — 1 a.m.


ADMISSION: 4/6


LIGHT REFRESHMENTS. CLITHEROE


FOOTBALL CLUB Lucky No. 1550


61 57 3 62 32 78 25 43 38 34 37 68 70 27 89 12 69 85 26 47 41 82 71 63 67 35 73 77 1 72 19 52 21 11 87 88 24 30 51 58 49 48 20 22 86 28 4 39 55 80 56 31 33 10 40


CLITHEROE MUSIC CLUB CARL D0LMETSCH TRIO


MUSIC FOR RECORDERS. VIOLS AND HARPSICHORD


GIRLS’ GRAMMAR SCHOOL


WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19th at 7-30 p.m. TICKETS at the Door 5/6


k (Students 1/-) s iiN T E R w m m i


CLITHEROE NATURALIST SOCIETY


ANNUAL DINNER


FRIDAY, FEB. 18th, 1966


7-15 p.m. for 7-45 p.m. sharp at the


BLACK BULL HOTEL RIMINGTON


Will members please notify the Secretary.


BASHALL EAVES C.E. SCHOOL


Coffee Evening


WEDNESDAY, JAN. 19th 6-00 p.m. to 9-00 p.m.


BRING AND BUY STALLS


LOCAL COLOUR SLIDES by: Mr. E. BOLTON (Chatburn) Proceeds for


School Building Eunds. ADMISSION: 1/6


DOWNHAM WOMEN’S INSTITUTE


A WHIST AND DOMINO DRIVE


will be held in the


VILLAGE HALL on


SATURDAY, JANUARY 22 at 7-30 p.m.


ADMISSION: 3/-


stationed in the Clitheroe Metho­ dist circuit, the Rev. Roland Holt, has died in St. Helen’s Infirmary,


ONE of the best known and (he Villages Whalley, died at home on Tues­


tation last Saturday when they figured in a new light as variety artistes. Each year the Players hold a


PLAYERS — Whalley Church Players added to their reputa-


party to which friends and their supporters are invited. I t was at this event, one of


the most enjoyable of the scries, that the Players entertained their guests with the surprise item. "The Whalley Follies". This concluded a most enter­


taining evening which included games and dancing and supper. Every year special tribute is


was for Mr. David Service, who has appeared in many of the Society's productions and has been of considerable assistance behind the scenes and in. the arranging of social networks. At the end of the evening, t!”


paid to a member who lias ren­ dered valuable service in one direction or another. On this occasion the applause


at English Martyrs Roman Catholic Church, Whalley. prior to interment in the new ceme­ tery at Whalley tomorrow.


geon, Mr. Gudgeon also 'leaves a son, Robert and a daughter. Christine. Requiem Mass will take place


Whalley Liberals attended a meeting last Wednesday at the


TALK__About 50 members of


old Grammar School, Whalley, to hear Mr. H- Cook of Clitheroe give an account of Ills touring holiday in Ireland. The talk, which included the


day, aged 61. Husband of Mrs. Alice Gud­


well and added romance to the action. John’s brother Andrew played Tom Prior and managed to get himself into all kinds of


trouble.Nell Rawlinson as high society lady Mrs. Clevedon-Banks, gave a flawless display. Ian Scholfield portrayed the


as Headmaster of Slaidburn Brennand’s Endowed J.M. & I. School this week is Mr. A. Dick­ inson, who has taught at Star- beck Primary School, near Harrogate for the past five years, and was leader of the Harrogate


Rev. William Duke with distinc­ tion as did John Shaw who took the part of the other padre. Mention must also be- made of


John Kitchen who played the part of Scrubby the steward. Credit must also be given to


showing of some colour slides, was enjoyed by all present. Mr. W. Kinder was chairman.


Vicar, the Rev. H. C. Snape, ex­ pressed thanks to Mr. Donnie Wallies, who had charge of the proceedings and whose energy and direction did much to pre­ vent there being a dull moment for'both old and young.


for Christian Unity will be held at the Old Grammar School on Tuesday when the Methodists. Anglicans and Roman Catholics all participate.


UNITY—An octave of Prayer


ACCIDENT—A coal lorry was involved in a collision with an­ other vehicle on the Calder Bridge on Tuesday night. Although the crash barrier


none of the occupants of the vehicles was hurt.


guarding one side of the bridge wall was partially demolished,


DEATH—Mr. Robert Vincent Gudgeon, of 21 Queen Street,


School at Whalley was so full that there were not enough tables to cope when Whalley Liberals held a wiiist and domino drive yesterday week. Mr. George Turner was M.C. and Coun. W. G. Pape presented


WHIST. — The old Grammar


sent and almost £8 was raised for divisional funds.


TOSSIDE


Union met at the Vicarage on Wednesday week on the occa­ sion of a social evening. The secretary, Mrs. E. Met­


calfe organised games and the prizes for a word-making and word-supplying game were both won by Mrs. H. Newhouse. Mrs. K. Whipp (enrolling


M.U.—Members of the Mothers’


the prizes. More than 60 people were pre­


to Mr. Ian Scholfield of Burnley, and Mr. John Shaw of Whalley,


without whose ready assistance the production would not have been possible.


violin made out of an old musical | box by his grandfather on which 21 years old Peter Fielding began his musical career has helped him realise his life’s ambition. On Saturday Peter of 21 Jubi­


from February 16 and from mid- April will give public perform­ ances near Bristol. Peter studied the violin with


member) and Mesdames Calver- ley, Metcalfe and Wilson were in charge of the catering. The surplus food was left at


lee Street, Read, went to Bristol to join the BBC’s new orchestra in the Colston Hall. The orches­ tra will play every Wednesday


his grandfather, Mr. Fred Field­ ing, a former member of Read and Simonstone. Silver Prize Band and violinist for the dances at Read C. of E. School. Later Peter received lessons


the Vicarage at enjoyed by Youth Club members the follow­ ing evening. Arrangement for a pantomime


club meeting of the New Year was held at the Vicarage yester­ day week when the activities be­ gan with dancing to pop


trip were made. YOUTH CLUB.—The first


records. Two word competitions were


won by Sheila Calverley and the club leader, the Rev. R. C.


Allan. Members watched a television


programme before they had


some bible readings. Mr. McDowell, the area


advisor, visited the club and supervised the reading of a play entitled "The Patchwork


Quilt.” PARISH CHURCH. — There


was a good attendance of adults and children at Tosside Parish Church on Sunday afternoon for an Epiphany service con­ ducted by the Vicar, the Rev. R. C. Allan. Mrs. H. Newhouse


was organist. Symbolic of the wise men, the


children brought gifts of toys, food and clothing which they presented to the Vicar and Sun­ day School teacher, Miss J. Taylor, who will forward them to an N.S.P.C.C. centre. The ceremony was concluded by a thanksgiving prayer and


hymn.Youth Club members, Pamela Tilbury. Sheila Calverley, Hilary Bicknell, Heather Wharton and Jean Taylor read the lessons. Each lesson .was followed by a


ORCHESTRA. — A miniature j


Miss Barbara Hitchon (decor), Mr. John Kitchen (recording). Mrs. Alice Eastwood (business manager), Mr. Richard Cook (stage electrician), Mrs. K. Har­ greaves (make-up) Mr. W. Blun­ dell (stage carpenter). The drama society gladly records their deep indebtedness


John’s College, York. He com­ menced his teaching in Brad­ ford and also taught for two years at a special school at Brompton, Near Scarborough, before, taking up his appoint­ ment at Starbeck. Married, with two young chil­


Youth Club. Mr. Dickinson went to school in Bradford. Yorks., and St.


dren, Mr. Dickinson and his family have resided at Spofforth, but will shortly be moving into Croasdale Bank. Slaidburn, the residence of head teachers for several years. During the last term, Mr. A.


S. Hardacre, of Grindleton. WADDINGTON


aged 67.


before the war for four years in tlie old Clitheroe Wesley Circuit, he made a big impact on tile dis­ trict by his powerful preaching and interest in current affairs. In the Advertiser and Times


Stationed at Whatley just „ , , popular ministers ever to be


son) was a native of Clitheroe, and for more than 50 years she and her late husband ran the shop, Tomlinson’s d r a p e r s , Castle Street, Clitheroe. Mrs. Townley was a nurse in


Mi's. Townley (nee Tomlin­ "FRIDAY, JANUAR


the First World War and for many years she was a member of St. John’s Ambulance Brigade


a t Clitheroe.


ideas which had their roots in dialectical materialism and in replying to critics he took such pains that on one occasion he wrote one letter no fewer than six times before he was satisfied he had made his points clear


he was a regular contributor to the “letters to the editor” columns, under the pseudonym of “ Peter Blossom.” He was strongly opposed to all


in Whalley but throughout the whole district to whom his death will come as a great personal blow. Much sympathy will be extended to Mrs. Holt and her family in their bereavement.


enough. He made many friends not only


MR. E. HARRIS


Hayo. supply headmaster of Skipton has been in charge of Slaidburn School. Assistant Mistress is Miss G.


Waddington Women’s Institute held their first meeting of the year on Tuesday night. Mrs. A. Lupton, the president, wished everybody a happy New Year and welcomed a transfer mem­ ber from Sawley. Mrs. Kenyon. • The speaker, Mrs. R. D. Ken­ yon, of Lawkland, described “My visit to Russia.” She was a lively speaker and gave a graphic description of life there. Mrs. Kenyon went with a group of 23 to study the Russian youth movement. Mrs. Lupton pro­ posed the vote of thanks. Mrs. Holt-Smith then read the


WOMEN’S INSTITUTE. —


two distinctions—the association of the Royal Manchester College of Music performer’s diploma, and a teacher’s diploma. In addition, Peter has worked


from Mrs. E. Shackiady of Whal­ ley Road, Read, before complet­ ing a four-year course at Man­ chester Royal College of Music. He is now the proud owner of


monthly letter from Mrs. Greaves in New Zealand. In the letter Mrs. Greaves


says, “I went into one of our local dress, shops and I could tell the young lady was from home so after a while I said what part of England are you from and she


as a solo clarinetist all over the country. Peter’s father. Jack, was also a member of Read Brass Band and Mrs. Fielding plays the piano. The Fielding family is blessed, indeed, with a great deal of musical talent.


held in the Conservative Insti­ tute on Monday evening, the winners were: Ladies: 1 Mrs. Hensley, consolation Mrs. Isles. Gents: 1 Mrs. Cunlifle, consola­


WHIST.—At the whist drive


tion Mrs. Pollard. T h e . special prize, was


RIMINGTON


prayer and the lighting of a candle to symbolize the spread of “the light of the world." When all the candles were lit.


GRINDLETON MR. H. GREEN.—Grindleton


lost one of its older generation of inhabitants in the death on Saturday of Ml-. Henry Green. i Although not a native of the village, Mr. Green lived in the village in his early childhood and on his retirement about 20 years ago when he returned to live with his sister at Fern Cottage. Prior to this, he had spent his


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Artiste for Sunday, Jan. 16th JACK LANE


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Housey and Dancing


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HAROLD at the Organ FRANK on the Drums


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th e amazing


working life in enginering, the greater part of which he was employed at a large cotton mill at Harle Syke near Burnley. Mr. Green’s wife died more


than 25 years ago. The funeral took place „ at


Grindleton Methodist Church on Wednesday.


Ladies' Day at the Methodist Church, and the preacher for the day was Miss G. Hardacre. Lessons were read by Mrs. R.


LADIES’ DAY. — Sunday was


Green, and Mrs. K. Phillips, and the organist was Mrs. B. Hodg­


son. The soloist was Mrs. S. Barnes


of Oswaldtwistle, who, in the afternoon • sang "Stranger of Galilee” . and in the evening, “The Blessed’Hour” and "Rock of Ages.’- .


Grindleton, having raised £5 as a result of a dance which they held before Christmas, and a collection box in St, Ambrose Church raising £2 10s., .a total of £7 10s. will be sent, to Chur.ch of England Children’s Homes by St. Ambrose Church, Grindleton.


...


Church at Grindleton Is still in a state of redecoration and Sun­ day’s/ services were held in the church school. This Sunday’s services will


REPAIRS.'—'This P a r i s h


also be In the school. READ .


presentation of "Outward Bound” a three act comedy play by Sut­ ton Vane, for Invited audiences, was, held in Read school on ^Thursday week and the two previous days. The whole: action takes place


DRAMA GROUP.—A private FUNDS.—The young people of


number of children and parents attended the children’s party in the Memorial Institute on Satur­ day afternoon. Tea and supper served by the ladies and games and dancing were organised by Mr. Brennan who was assisted by Messrs Stott and Jackson. A fancy dress competition, judged by Mr. and Mrs. Ellison of New- field Edge, was held and winners were: Under 5 years character— I Paul Keighley (cowboy), 2 Pamela Spencer (Santa Claus), 3 Annabel Grimshaw (Red Rid­


CHIDREN'S PARTY—A large ing Hood).


the Vicar pronounced the final blessing.


Valerie Spencer (Miss World), 2 Claire Lund (M.6 restrictions). 5-9 years character — 1 Mark Keighley (American soldier), 2 Thomas Colebourne (Grandma Muggins), 3 Christine Lund (Miss Universe). 5-9 years original—1 John Thistlethwaite (Pirate), 2 Margaret Thistlethwaite (Eas­


Under 5 years original — l . ,


awarded to Mrs. Browett, Mrs. Dobson presented the prizes.


“Clitheroe”. Mrs. G r e a v e s omitted to ask her name but will remedy this when she next visits the shop. The competition—a picture


r e p l i e d


groups of carol singers from Waddington — two of which toured the village and the other which went up the fells—raised £46 17s. 6d. The fells group were transported by Mrs. Peter Garnett. The money will go to the Royal Institute for the Blind, the Deaf, the Spastics, and Clitheroe Physiotherapy Centre.


CAROL SINGERS. — Three GISBURN


Year Party for the Gisburn Parish, was held in the Festival Hall, Gisbum on Wednesday week, organised by the Parochial Church Council. There was a good attendance and the Vicar, the Rev. A. Noble, was master of ceremonies. Various games were played


SOCIAL. — Hie annual New


A Clitheroe for more than 50 years, Mr. Edward (Teddy) Harris of Peel Street, Clitheroe, died at his home on Friday aged 70.


She was one of the earliest members of Clitheroe Sorop-


. ,, ,


timist Club, and a member of the Ladies’ Committee of


jn Clitheroe Parish Church, prior to cremation at Pleasing


A service takes place today ' MISS M. KILROY


habitants, Miss Mary Kilroy formerly of 53 Shaw Bridge, Clitheroe, died in hospital on


Monday aged 88.


with her sister, Miss Annie Kil- roy at 53 Shaw Bridge, had been in hospital for about six months.They used to run a drapery shop in Whalley Ro a d , Clitheroe, many years ago. She was associated with SS


Miss Kilroy, who had lived . . . . .


Michael and John’s RC Church. Requiem Mass will be held at


A well-known Clitheroe per­


sonality, Mr. Harris worked as a printer for three generations of the Cowgill family. At the age of 20, Mr. Harris


completed his aprenticeship, but Iris 21st birthday was spent in uniform. For a t that time he was serving with the Royal Garrison Artillery during the First World War. . During the Second World War,


lie served with the Clitheroe ARP. Apart from loyal service to the


firm, Mr. Harris also served his fellow printers as a union official. For 14 years he was secretary-


the church tomorrow piror to the interment at St. Joseph’s Cem etery.


MR. L. R. HOYLE CHAIRMAN of the family busi­


Son Ltd., Pendle Mill, Clitheroe, for more than 40 years, Mr. Law­ rence Rushton Hoyle -of T„e Beeches, Wlialley Road, L&ngho, died in hospital on Tuesday,


ness of K. R. Hoyle and aged 70.


ated with Mellor Church, near Blackburn, and was warden at the church. He was also quota secretary to Blackburn Rural


Mr Hoyle was closely associ­ , , .


Deanery.Mr. Hoyle was a member of the Manchester Royal Exchange


treasurer of the Clitheroe section of the Blackburn branch of the Typographical A s s o c i a t i o n . In recognition of his services


Mary Christian Sinker, daughter of the late Canon John Sinker, first Provost of Blackburn Cathe­


for 42 years. In 1961 he was married ti Miss


to the Association he was pre­ sented with a cheque by the Blackburn branch. During his 56 years in the


newspaper industry he saw many changes, not the least of which was the amalgamation of the “Advertiser” and the “Times.” He also saw the purchase of


made from Christmas cards was won by : 1 Mrs. Thornley, 2 Miss Dewrance, 3 Mrs. Booth.


dral.During the 1914-18 war he fought In the Gallipoli campaign with the 4th battalion, East Lan­ cashire Regiment, and also served on the Italian front. He was a member of the Home


the newspaper by Provincial Newspapers Ltd. In 1957 he was presented with


One of Clitheroe’s oldest in­ ton. M


Clitheroe Cricket Club and she was associated with Clitheroe Parish Church.


NEWS m t i !


-h=ld in Clltheroe wer tribute was paid to


next united service Sunday at evensong parish Church. It was also decide


Christian Congregat Clitheroe Parish Chi Wednesday week, chairmanship of tr. Clitheroe, the Rev. A Reports of the un'


em b e r s of th and District


chairman. It was decided t


hour vigil,. should b ing the Octave of Christian Unity betw 18 and January 25. 1 on Friday, Januar noon on Saturday, ■ Prayers for unit;


W


place at S.S. Michae' Church Clitheroe Pa and Clltheroe Coi


Church. During this, a pr devotions will be us


hv Father H. McEvc * *


ON Wednesday ev 50 members of


White Horse Hotel, Clitheroe. The speaker, Mrs.


a trip to the Royal Porcelain works.^


A


dancing licences o cock Inn were tran Mr. J. Langford, t Belford, who has be from assistant man:


t Gisbum on justices’ and


ager. Mr. T. B. D. Br


granted a perman of the same licei Parker’s Arms at 1 Mi‘. J. S, Harris


licensee of the T Mltton, also success


Guard in Blackburn during the Second World War. Tire interment takes place to­


a gold watch to mark the com­ pletion of 50 years’ service with the firm. Mr. Harris leaves a widow,


three sons and a daughter. Cremation took place a t Pleas- ington on Tuesday.


Ribble Valley family, Mrs. Jane Milne-Redhead, aged 95 died on Monday in hospital after a long illness. She was the widow of the late


MRS. J. MILNE-REDHEAD A member of the well-known


MRS. M. RIGBY


the late Mr. James Rigby who . lived for many years at Chat­ burn, has died at Highlands, 27 Whalley Road, Great Harwood. Mrs. Rigby moved from Chat­


MI'S. Margaret Rigby, wife of


burn to Ribchester where the family was associated with St, Wilfred’s Church. She leaves a married son and


Mr. A. C. Milne-Redhead of Holden Clough, who for many years was chairman of the Bow- land Bench of magistrates. Thirteen years ago she left


daughter. A service and interment took


place at Ribchester Parish Church yesterday, when the Rev. J. S. B. Wallis officiated.


MRS. A. M.TOMLINSON


the district to live with her daughter in Prestwich and she remained there until she went in hospital about four years ago. She was trained as a nurse at University College Hospital,


and there was dancing to music supplied by Messrs. Smithson and Webster Sound Services and the Storey Trio. A whist drive was also held


for the late Lord Moyniham. Married in 1900, she came to


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and supper was served by the Committee. W.I.—The monthly meeting of


Agnes Middleton Tomlinson of 23 West View, Clitheroe. died in hospital on Sunday, at the age of 61. Mrs. Tomlinson was a mem­ ber of a Pendleton farming


A native of Pendleton, Mrs. London, and did private nursing family and her husband, Mr.


live at Holden Clough where the family conducted the well- known nurseries. She was president of the local


the Gisbum Women’s Institute was held in the Festival Hall, Gisbum, on Thursday last. Mrs. J. Ellison, president was in the chair, and after the business meeting, introduced the speaker Miss G. Reddlicli, who gave a most interesting talk on women


tern Promise), 3 Susan Harrison (Bridesmaid). 10-15 humorous— 1 John Lund (Prince Charles at Geelong), 2 Lynne Dean (World Cup Willie). 10-15 years charac­ ter—1 Katherine Leach (Robin


Richard Tomlinson, farmed at Pendleton and Mytton. He was later employed at Bowker Brothers, Clitheroe Ltd. She leaves a widower and two


‘□inVtnt.4 »TViv«1incrt« fn v n ip n a t


branch of the Women’s Unionist Party for some time, and took an active interest in most events in the neighbourhood. In her later years she took a great interest hi painting and writ-, ing poetry. Eldest daughter of the late


through the ages. She was thanked by Mrs. Proctor. A competition for a road safety


Hood), 2 David Seed (War veteran). 10-15 years, original — 1 Lesley Butler (Roaring 20s), 2 Brian Stott (Sidney Sun). Couples — 1 Susan and John


Collison (Queen and '• Knave of Hearts). 2 James and Janet Tay­ lor (Bill and Ben flowerpot men). Group — Susan Ingham, John and Alan Hartley (The Three Bears).


SLAIDBURN


of the Young' Farmers’ Club spent a very enjoyable time in the village hall on Monday week with a “record night” and Beetle


YOUNG FARMERS—Members


sided : over a business meeting and thanked the secretary, Miss Mary Taylor, who had arranged the, programme and loaned the record player.


Drive. The chairman, Joe Parker, pre­


tile annual dinner; and refresh­ ments were served by the tea hostesses.


with Mrs. Ellison second. Arrangements were made for


Saturday evening Gisbum Young Farmers and members of the Advisory Committee held a joint New Year’s party. Music was provided by the Club members.


CHATBURN


Institute annual party, postponed from December on account of snow, was held at the January meeting in the village hall on Wednesday night. Presiding oyer a short business


PARTY — Slaidbum Womens


bum Mothers’ Union held their annual dinner at the Brown Cow Hotel, Chatburn, on Wed­ nesday night when 48 members and guests were present. The dinner was followed by games and community singing. Mrs. J. Sharp presented a gift' to Mrs. H. Boden who has been acting enrolling member for 18 months. Canon A. Smith attended the'


MOTHERS' UNION — Chat- READ'S


function for the first time and was welcomed by/ Mrs. H. Boden.


programme of dancing; games and carol singing organised by the entertainments commmittee. Miss V. M. - Garnett was the accompanist. Supper .was. provi­ ded.


INVITATION NIGHT — .An • . .'-


open invitation; from Col. and Mrs. L. C. King-Wilkinson to all who wished ' to come and *see coloured slides taken on their-; daughter’s wedding day in Sep­ tember resulted in an almost


full'house at the village, hall on Thursday evening. Commentary was given by-Col.’


■ were skilfully blended together. .. Cyril Law, as Mr.- Lingley gave


on board a ship and tire cast per­ formed a difficult play very-well indeed. Comedy and suspense


an outstanding'.'performance and had the audience in fits of laughter. His wife, Joyce, who played Mrs. Midget, also gave a splendid interpretation. Anne Goodwav as Aim and John Holmes as Henry both acted


! ded. Mr. Kean was thanked'by Col.'


King. Wilkinson. A collection was taken for the:


Village Hall New Heating Fund, and thanks to Col. and Mrs. King-Wilkinson and to Mr. Kean and other helpers, were ex­ pressed by Mr. R. E. Raw, chair­ man of the committee. NEW HEAD—Taking up duties ' t


King; Wilkinson and th e ’projec-- tionist was Mr. G. Kean. ' Tea? and biscuits were provl-


meeting, was Mrs. L. C. King- Wilkinson, the president, who welcomed the guests invited by members. There was an entertaining


bum Methodist Sunday School, were invited- to a dinner party, given at Meadow Bank, Chat­ burn, the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Womersley. Games were played and the


DINNER — The staff of Chat-


guests enjoyed a good evening’s entertainment.


MARTIN TOP


. tributed, and later in the even­ ing games and quizes were


school party was held on Wed­ nesday week when games for the younger children-were organised by, the Dales Minister, the Rev. R. H. H. Jones. Crackers and sweets were dis-


PARTY.—The annual Sunday


. arranged by. Mrs. H. K. Moor- house.


? . , Bolton-by-Bowland


i Young Farmers’ Club on Tues- ■ day, members heard a talk about


- a- “Norwegian . escapade” given 1 by Mr. J. D. Murray. Mr. Murray spoke about a


. YFC—At the meeting of the’ Bolton-by-Bowland branch of the


I


. party of young farmers who . visited Norway last summer,. A vote of thanks was proposed by David Howard. A business meeting followed.


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9 MARKET PLACE, CLITHEROE TEL. 58


YOUNG FARMERS — On


slogan was judged by Miss Rert- dlich and won by Mrs. A. Walters


Mr. William Wells, Mrs. Milne- Redhead enjoyed walking, even at the age of 87, and in many directions was a remarkably active and alert lady for her advanced years. She leaves three sons and a


terday at All Saints Church, Pendleton.


MRS. A. WEBSTER


the late Mr. Alfred Webster, a well known employee of Clitheroe Corporation, who died almost two years ago, died in hospital early yesterday morn­


Mrs. Jane Webster, wife of


ford Crematorium yesterday, and a memorial service followed by the Interment of ashes, will take place at St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church, Bolton-by-Bow­ land on Sunday.


daughter. Cremation took place at Sal­


MRS. H. S. TOWNLEY


Supper was provided and Mr. J. Ashworth proposed a vote of thanks.


Townley, of Brookfield Cottage, Pimlico Road, Clitheroe, Mrs. Hannah Smithies Townley died in-hospital, on Monday, aged 84.


Wife of the late Mi-. Percy


ing.Mrs. Webster had been in bad health for a number of years and moved from her home at the old fire station, 49 Moor Lane, Clitheroe, to live with her son at the Brown Cow Inn,


Clitheroe. Aged 75. Mrs. Webster was


born in Hindley, near Wigan, and has lived in Clitheroe for


the past 60 years. She leaves four married sons


who live in Clitheroe, one mar­ ried daughter living in Fleet- wood, 14 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren.' The interment will be at Clitheroe cemetery on Monday.


sons. The Interment took place yes­


morrow at Mellor Church at 11 a.m.


Mr . W. J. Edward


for the transfer of t •


from Mr. Joseph Ris .


derstones Hospital, been appointed As:


charge male n


Male Nurse in char thmics at the hospit Mr. Edwardson,


married has the RN qualifications.


Chief Male Nurse stones is 28-year-ol Turner of Clitherof Mr. Turner, who


Also appointed


nurse at Reedyfoi Hospital, Nelson, si; derstones in 1954


ward orderly. He has gained t


Clitheroe Division ' special luncheon a and Royal Hotel which will be addr Alec Douglas Home Clitheroe’s M.P.


B


usinessmen wives from i


qualifications: RNM SRN.


Studies, section o Townswomen's Guil


ed about problems o The section’s


gramme includes a v burn Telephone E:


Pearson will attend as will the Conse Mr. W. Butler. The luncheon coim Alec’s visit to Lane; extensions to the u Mr. Butler said: this was a splendic of getting Sir Alec constituency.” Sir Frank was F


Private Secretary from 1963 until the


r PHE Christie Can Radium Institi


Richard Cowman. £9 10s.


* .


Club hi the New \ In the Parish Hall The speaker wa


r PHE first meeting -*• and District Yo


of H!de and : Improvements Lt talked about the w damaged, by brai wire, horns and


about the warble He also gave h


of stopping this showed two films his talk.


Posed by T. I seconded by G. Ni A business mee


The vote of tha


during which it w that Clithero defeated by Wb Points to 144 in Christmas. Also th a t t


team beat Chi Points to 72.


Broughton, R. G. Whittaker h sful in passli


Hutton before ’*


.


A TORE than i a coffee


attended.* G. Whitwell, 1 Maintenance <


Trust Fund have re of. flowers in the m


,2 De Lacy Stre( Th» event wf


Clitheroe Libera of Mr. and Mrs.


in Blackburn Saturday. The service,


rPHE boys of . Church Cho


attended was ( Rev. A. Clark Dean and the i 6y Mr. Charles


L- Thompson. 1 how another (Blake) was si eluding volunt fov organ - rrui The opening


‘Elegy’’ (Herbe THIS


, ROAD SAFETY Be icise n


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