IEROE RT IETY <


MED Kicty lias now in Clitlieroc, and


ins; was held in use Hold, York


iday. announcement m


cr and Times deal of interest


■d society, and 18 -cl the formation


ddition a, number d interest were end.


ICIALS


■od that tile new should be called and District ArL


lie following offi- ppointed: Chair- 'attersall, 2. York try. Mr. Hugh J. “ ost View; com- Hopkins fBlack-


Mrs. .1. Wilson, on and Mr. A. E. Clitlieroc.


are being held rammar School,


loaned free of County Educa- Thev will be for active


subscription of


■reed, and the towards pay-


for models and other expenses.


SITS hopes to visit


throughout the iring the mem- t before the pub- local exhibitions,


rate in every res- world of art. It ct new members m about. 16 years,


■'rammar School evening. The.-


d in joining flic oukl contact Mr. Mr. Cooper, or


lied as members i or noil-active.


ird c r ly


drunk and dis- halley Hoad on Sunday, October 22). of Cliatburn ■c. was filled £7 yesterday week, lie offence.


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work, the first taking place


Put firsf things


firsf in education


Waddington’s letter on educa­ tion is reasonable and per­ suasive. But his paragraph “ I wonder if Councillor Barnes has any idea of the difficulty . . . when evidence reveals only frac­ tional differences between chil­ dren" is the crux of the sup­ posed weakness of the 11-plus exam.


As one would expect, Mr. There would be no such hair­


breadth decisions if the gram­ mar schools could give more places. If the headmaster of a primary school could believe that there were places available


for all his pupils at schools suit­ able for their abilities there would be no problem. As it is, many primary schools


are working under deplorable, e v e n disgusting, conditions, grammar schools and secondary moderns are over-crowded, and I repeat, if there isn’t money for everything, let’s have first ■things first. Improve what we’ve got, and still give people some choice as to which school their children can attend. It is interesting to note that


the demand for comprehensive education comes, in the main, from those whose own children go to expensive private schools. They have no intention of rely­ ing on state education, even where it is good and available. Nowhere is this so noticeable


oppose some of their crack- brained theories on education. This principle of forcing every


same route. There are better ways.


W IN IF R E D U. COPELAND (Mrs).


Double line needed at this


junction


from “Worried Onlooker” under the heading "Dangerous Junc­


In connection with the letter


tion” in your last issue, may I add my comments, both as one


not unused to road hazards and as a daily user of the highway at that point.


system there was announced, I wrote to the local Road Safety Committee drawing th e i r attention to this danger, and suggesting dual white lines from just before Salford bridge to Woone Lane, with the solid one on the nearside, but received no acknowledgment of any description. In my view tile, above sug­


When the present one-way


body through the comprehen­ sive gate is like trying to force everybody' into Heaven by the


Factor that must be


taken info account


missed the point of my letter on the subject of the abolition of the 11-plus. I take no issue with her on the matter of American and Russian foreign policy, nor the American col­ oured question, but these are entirely different questions. The fact remains that how­ ever these two nations choose to conduct their affairs, there is little doubt that in the tech­ nological field—and after all we live in a technological age whether we like it or not—they lead the world.


Mrs. Copeland lias obviously


abolition of the selection sys­ tem at the age of 11 have never expressed a desire to "inculcate into children that ail have equal gifts”—this would be patently wrong. What we do say is that every child has the right to be given equal opportunity, and the way to ensure this is not to try to divide into the sheep and the goats at the age of eleven.


Those who wish to see the


gestion is better than a “Slow” sign in Lowergate (who is to say what slow is) but if double white lines are in evidence and any north-bound driver trans­


gresses, the culprit would be obvious.


as among Labour politicians, whose principles for the uplift- ment of the oppressed I support, while reserving the right to


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throughout the country have been doing a splendid job dur­ ing the years of their exis­ tence, but Mrs. Copeland and those who want to continue tile present selection system make no mention of the fact that it is the grammar schools which continue, quite obvi­ ously. to attract the better qualified and specialist teach­ ers in many instances. Last week Mr. Wnddington drew attention to the difficulties of those who were bound to make tile dividing line between those who go to grammar schools and those who do not. Most teachers will agree that intelli­ gence is a variable factor throughout a child's life, ■ and it seems quite obvious that one should adapt one’s educational system to take account of this factor. And this does not necessarily mean the expendi­ ture of enormous sums of money on “flashy comprehen­ sive schools.”


Scondary modern schools


the intention of those mem­ bers of the local Divisional Education Executive who asked for the re-call of tie Working Party on Secondary Reorganisation was that yet further thought should be given in a calm and considered way to this very complex prob­ lem. However, this intention was defeated by a large maj­ ority and we can now only wait and see what f-eps a higher authority will take On


I can only re-iterate that the matter.


MRS. VERA M A CM IL LA N (Coun)


Prospective Liberal Parliamen­ tary Candidate.


Is it the "usual


procedure" again?


closing of the Ministry of Social Security unit in Clitheroe makes interesting reading for any


Your report on the proposed


I student of bureaucracy. He would search in vain.


I among the reasons given for the change, for any reference to


I the Ministry profess to serve. All that can be seen is yet


the convenience of those whom


| another example of the arro­ gant assumption that bureau-


I cratic convenience must take over-riding precedence in any


I change in. the ’sta tus quo’. In my contribution to your


I columns of September 1: which I understand, has been consid­ ered at high level but. appar­ ently. is deemed unworthy of reply: I pointed out that old age pensioners are in no posi­ tion to deal with an office at


FOR WEEK COMENCING 16 OCTOBER. 1967.


THE STARS AND YOU A CANCER (June 21 to July 21) :


LIBRA (September 23 to


October 22): New developments at work keep you on your toes this week. Watch carefully for an opportunity to further your own career and Interests. There are romantic overtones in at


least one of your social engage­ ments. SCO R P IO


| Blackburn. Admittedly they have been


November 221: Concentrate on clearing up a misunderstanding at home: neglect could lead to a major rift. You will probably have to pour oil on troubled waters at work too. thanks to thoughtless colleague.


(October 23 to


thrown the “sop” of a “calling office” in Clitheroe. but what assurance have they that even this minimal contribution to their convenience will not cease, once the “principle” of central­ isation- at Blackburn has been


I established? Are we. once again, seeing the


I usual procedure of the erosion of a service, undertaken in the sacred name of “ economic effi­ ciency”. without consideration for -those who pay increasingly


| for a diminishing service? F AM IL IA R PATTERN


I threads in a familiar pattern (a) Decide to close down a


Already we have the first


I local office, with as little pub- | liclty as possible. (b) Leave a couple of clerks


I will not be im m e d ia t e ! | apparent. (c) Remove the said tw


t S A G IT T A R IU S (November 23


determination will be needed to get your own way at work. Accept constructive criticism, but do not let it dampen your enthusiasm for a worthwhile scheme, which stands every chance of success.


o December 20): Courage and T H E W E E K ’S B IR TH D A Y S


stMonday: A fairly uneventful wart to the year will soon give


J C A PR ICO RN (December 21 to


play a larger part in your affairs uhls week and may try your patience. Co-operation is the key uo success in most situations, although you will have to work specially hard to get it.


anuary 19): Younger people


F A Q U A R IU S (January 20 to webruary 18): Take great care trhen making plans, especially siavel arrangements. There are c gns that carelessness could Pause unnecessary confusion.


period. There will be major decisions to be made but. pro­ vided you think clearly, thev will lead to substantial financial rewards.


ay to a much more exciting


should look after themselves this year and* provide enough security for you to devote more time to personal relationships. Travel Is indicated, bringing new friends and great happiness.


Tuesday: Career matters


what strained, particularly in the family circle


I in an otherwise deserted build- | ing, in the hope that the ulti­ mate inconvenience to come


I clerks, pointing out that the building is, obviously not econ­ omically occupied and can be more "efficiently” used by other


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*Where Tax is Payable at 8/3 in the £ FOUNDED IN 1849 —


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INVESTMENTS IN THE SOCIETY ARE TRUSTEE SECURITIES


epttmher tS64 l


| bureaucrats. (d) Spend large sums, from


| ment. (f) Return to (a). Can nothing be done to stop


| by the Ministry? Has our Council made, or is


I likely to make, any representa­ tions to the Ministry on -behalf


| of our Senior Citizens? FLUNA


I the public exchequer, on al- I terations and re-decorations. (e) Move in the new depart-


I declaration of “fait accompli1 ersonal relationships are some­ 2 P IS C E S (February 19 to March


the start of the week. A new element has to be considered and most of your current plans will be thrown into confusion. An outsider will be particularly helpful to you.


0): Worry over money clouds


Tension mounts up during the week. A bit of frank speaking will clear the air. and may solve some mysteries. There will be better news nbout money and business affairs which have been causing you some worry.


A R IE S (March 21 to April 20) i chWednesday: Many welcome


during the next few months. You will adapt j'oursoif to them easily and as a result achieve success in many new- areas. One rather sterile friendship will come to an enci.


anges in your life ■will occur


onThursday: The accent will be fact social affairs this year. In ti , you must avoid a tempta­


important matters connected with money. Try to consider the interests of older people.


on to neglect certain more


A T AU R U S (April 21 to May 20) : oc number of trivial items ti cupy your time and atten­


Try not to -lose sight of long­ term plans and policy. A chance


on at the start of the week.


meeting mefrks the start of r new and exciting relationship.


Indicated. You will have to reassess your career prospects, and may be forced to make some major changes. 'A person or place from the pnst comes hack Into your life this week.


A G EM IN I (May 21 to June 20) . temporary separation Is


lucky vear for- you. Financially, events‘will go your way and you will be much sought after bv influential friends, you benefit from the activities of others ancl succeed almost without trying.


Friday: This could bo a very


to Saturday: New opportunities an move ahead in your career


second half of the year brings new adventures, some connected


you in the coming week. You will have extra responsibllltes and very little help will be forthcoming from your col­ leagues. Someone close to you will receive wonderful news.


great deal will be expected of


A LEO (July 22 to August 21): em recent crisis loaves you shootionally exhausted and you


time this week for recovery. Working life will run more smoothly, with a chance to improve your career prospects.


uld try to plan some quiet beVIRGO (August 22 to Septem­


chance to renew an old friend­ ship or association this week. Social life will be livelier and you will feel more confident than for some time. One domestic problem will be solved with a minimum of effort.


r 22): You should Jump at the


A place for pop music in Church says Vicar


A hymn was sung to the


tune of the ''Z-Cars” theme at a meeting of Christ Church Mothers’ Union, Chatburn, on Wednesday week, after a talk on “Modern Church Music" had been given by the Rev. R. Masheder. Vicar


ship”' as the offering of all our faculties—our best efforts—to


of Worsthorne. Mr Masheder defined "Wor­


God. “By what standards do we


judge whether modern music is good enough tor God?” he asked, “Is there a place for so-calied pop-music in the Church?" Having considered these questions, he proceeded to trace the development of Church music from the 14-th century to the present day— from the Battle Song of Agin- court to an old hymn sung to a present day tune, each piece being modern music in its day and age. This he illustrated with tape-recordings made mainiy by the choir and parishioners' of Worsthorne, Parish Church,


TOP TEN


should be willing to accept good, new music alongside the traditional tunes and to dis­ card it in the same way as the tunes in the "Top Ten” fall


Mr. Masheder thought we


from the charts. If young people can worship


with guitars and drums, there should be a place for tins type of music in Church, but it must be transient—used and forgot­


d improve finances. The modern tunes.


with romance, and may also see the start of a valuable friend-


ship. Sunday: The time is right for


tackling new ana exciting pro­ jects. and forgetting past mis­ takes. About mid-year a fascina­ ting and happy event will give vou and your close friends great pleasure.


ten. Hymns were then sung to


“Father hear the prayer we offer" to the "Theme,from Z- Cars," Mr. Masheder accom­ panying on the piano. The members' reactions were


including


discussed Mrs. Smalley thanked the


speaker for a most interesting talk.-


A shameful philosophy


bian dropped dead not a hun­ dred yards from my front door. The pathologist said he died , of hunger., In his shrunken belly were a- few leaves and what appeared to be a ■ ball of grass. And nothing else.”


read last week, written by an eminent church leader in Zambia.


So began an article which I .l&O


money to people and coun­ tries who continually stab us in the back at the earliest opportunity!”


“But we refuse to give Wk


‘Parent’ in your edition cf 6th October.


So concluded a letter from w f V '


“Parent”, the dead Zambian had forfeited any right to re­ ceive help from Britain be­ cause his country’s High Com­ missioner in London has made some rude, provocative and undiplomatic statements about toothless bulldogs. Similarly, starving nationals in other countries should be excluded from our charitable concern because of the un-British mis­ demeanours of their leaders.


By the r e a s o n in g of


The sole criterion for help­ ing people should be the ex­


tent of their need. Aid must not be restricted only to people whose leaders agree with us and promise to support us. How shameful to expect a people to become puppets in return for whatever help they might receive.


It is to be hoped that our


children will be brought up to see the vast extent of human need; to reah-e that in this country we are in a privileged position in being able to give rather than requiring to re­ ceive; and to become part or a generation which has a far deeper sense t .' compassion


than has our own. R. HOWEL JONES.


4. Warwick Drive, Clitheroe.


C e n s o r this play


Advertiser and Times that the general public of Clitheroe will once more be treated to the display of vulgarity and foul language when the play "Billy Liar” is put on at the forthcom­ ing Drama Festival at the end of this month. I attended the showing of this


I was shocked to read in the - w i “A few days ago a Zam­


‘CORONATION STREET’ STAR OPENS MICHAELMAS FAIR


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Clitheroe 'Advertiser 'and Times, Friday, October 13, 1967 3


Trinity harvest services


The Rev. Gordon B. Ken-


dvew. who was Methodist mini­ ster at Whallcy lor a number of years and is now stationed at Wigton, returned to the Clitheroe circuit on Sunday and renewed his acquaintance with many friends. He left Whalley four years ago. M-ra-Kendrew conducted har­


vest thanksgiving services at Trinity' ’ Methodist Church, which had been beautifully decorated for the occasion with harvest emblems. The decorations included a lovely bank-of flowers placed at the Toot of the huge cross which is a central feature ol the Church's design.


tile morning and evening ser­ vices. which were very well


Mr. Kendrew preached at Some of the Senior Citizens who attended the fair. :‘ l think Whallcy is a very


beautiful part of Lancashire.” Eileen Derbyshire, b e t t e r known to millions of tele­


vision viewers of ‘Coronation Street’ as Miss Nugent, told an Advertiser and Times re­


porter on Saturday. Miss Nugent had been in­


vited to open the Whallcy Senior Citizens Michaelmas Fair, which was extremely well attended. Miss Nugent, who was the


guest of Miss Dorothy Tay­ lor, of Graythwaitc. looked extremely attractive in a cherry red two piece dress and coat with a matching hat. No sooner had she entered


the old Gramriiar School door than she was quickly sur­ rounded by admirers who


pressed for her autograph. To help the cause, Miss Nugent signed autographs at


6d a time. In a conversation with an


Advertiser and Times reporter she. disclosed that Clitheroe will be mentioned in a future episode of Coronation Street. Miss Nugent, who visited


Clitheroe many years ago, said she had found Northern people to be very friendly.


Listen for Clitheroe being


mentioned Members of the platform


party included, Councillor J. Tarbuck, Chairman of Black­ burn Rural Council, who pre­ sided, Councillor Mrs. Mary Troop, Chairman of Clith­ eroe Rural Council. ‘Miss Nugent’ and Miss Dorothy Taylor.


Councillor Tarbuck said


that the fair was the first big money making effort that had been undertaken to help raise funds to build a club house for the senior citizens.


He also thanked Miss


Nugent for giving her services and coming all the way from Cheshire to open the fair. After being presented with


a bouquet of beautiful (lowers by Shircen Pecrmohamed. Miss Nugent replied that she


was delighted to open the tair and that she heartily agreed with the cause and hoped that the event would be an enor­


mous success. Thanks were expressed to


Miss Nugent by Mr. Tom Street, secretary of the Abbey Senior Citizens and after­ wards everyone assembled in the hall joined in the applause.


The well known authoress.


Miss Jessica Lofthouse and her sister Ann, sold aprons which had been designed in Austria, to augment th e amount raised.


The various stalls and the


stall-holders we r e : bottle tombola. Messrs G. Garner.


J. Boston. J. Bradley. D. Cas­ sidy. J. Shuttleworth and J. Ainsworth.


White elephant: Miss M.


Lytle. Mrs. P. Kilgellen. Coun. Mrs. M. Noblet and Mrs, E. Ormerod. Mothers’ Union hat bar:


Mcsdames C. Copping. C. Broadley. H. Nutter and M. Thornber. Household stall: Mrs. I.


Ewis. Miss P. Ross. Mrs. I. Sefton. Mrs. E. Lancaster


y


play when it was produced by the Clitheroe Flayers earlier this year, and I was absolutely disgusted at some of the lan­ guage used by one character. I consulted some of my friends—they are not prudes


T . “ V


incidentally — and we agreed that the play should not be re­ peated in Clitheroe without censorship, especially as if may be seen by young children.


WATCHDOG


kinson. says that apart from the one word which comes so naturally to one character, there is no bad language in the play, which is “ tile comic side of a tragic coin.” It very for­ cibly portrays the lack of com­ munication that so often exists between parents and children and causes so much juvenile delinquency. It is not a stupid north country comedy but is acknowledged to be a very fine play which is studied in schools along with the works of such playwrights as Pinter and Bolt. It is in fact, among the plays studied for the GCE examina­ tion.—Editor.


— The producer, Mrs. G. Wil­ G E T T H E N EW E S T S H O E S IN T O W N A T D. LR ' i i


Members of (lie platform parly were, left to right: Mrs. Troop, Miss Taylor, Miss Nugent (Eileen Derbyshire) and Mr. J. T. Hindlc of Whalley.


Young Farmers’


annual meeting The annua! general meeting


of Clitheroe and District Young Farmers' Club was held in the Boys’ Grammar School on Wed­ nesday week. Some 35 members were present, along with Mr. J.


Dugdale the club president, and several members of the advisory committee. William Holgate. club leader, gave his annual report; at the


end of which he announced that tile tankard for the best club member during the past 12 months had been won by Robert Berry. A vote of thanks to the club


leader for his year’s work was proposed by Robert Be r r y, seconded by Steven Berry. Thanks to the Advisory .Com­ mittee for their services were expressed by Roger Green and Robert Atkinson. OFFIC IALS


president and the advisory committee were re-elected en


Mr. Dugdale was re-elected


bloc, after which Mr. Dugdale took over the chair from Gor­ don Whitweil who had been chairman for two years. The following officials were


elected: club leader. William Holgate; assistant club leader. Jack Turner; chairman. George Whittaker; vice - chairman. Roger Green: secretary. Paul Steiger: speaker’s secretary, Joyce Bleazard: treasurer. David Harrison: as si st a n t treasurer, Harry WJiitwell: social secretary Lorna Nutter: assistant social secretary, Jean Nutter; press secretary, John Moorhouse; club libraries, Keith Whitweil: Lancashire Federa­ tion of Y.F.C’s Executive com­ mittee delegate. Gordon Whit- well : Rlbblesdale R e g io n a l Committee delegates, Ro ge r Green and Margaret Haslewood: Club Committee. Ma r g a r e t Haslewood. Margaret Whitweil, Gordon Whitweil. David Kay. Robert Berry, Robert Atkinson


and Peter Croft. ’ The new chairman then in­


troduced Mr. D. Kay, a club member and chairman of the Lancashire F e d e r a t i o n of Y.F.C’s who- gave a short talk and answered questions about the Young Farmers movement. He was thanked by George


Whittaker. An ordinary business meeting


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