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PROCESS WORKER FINED


returned to his car in Mount Pleasant, Chatburn, early one morning, he saw another man sitting in the driving seat, who then ran away.


£20 When a Chatburn man


yesterday, when Thomas Rob­ ert Calvert, a 21-year-old process worker, of Dale Ter­ race. chatburn, was charged with stealing a tyre pressure gauge, a pair of sun gla-sses, a bottle of sun tan lotion and a test certificate, together valued at £1 6s. the property of Francis W. Western.


This was said at Clitheroe


was fined £20. Insp. J. Gavin, presecuting.


Calvert, who pleaded guilty,


said that Mr. Western, of Mount Pleasant, parked his car near his home, with the doors shut but not locked.


Hiding


When he reumed to his car. Mr. Western saw. a man sit­


ting in the driving seat. The man ran off and the police were informed.


while later hiding in some bushes near the scene, and he said that he was the worse for


Calvert was found a short


stupid offence. I am sorry it happened.”


drink. In court, he said “I t was a


Car was dangerous Richard Robinson, aged


33, of Powell Street, Barn-


• "day for four ' motoring offences. He was fined £1 for using a


oldswick. was fined a total of £10 at Clitheroe -yester-


motor car without a test certi­ ficate, and £3 each for using a motor car with a defective tyre, in a dangerous condition, and with a cut tyre.


said P.c. Parker on duty, in King Street, Whalley, stopped a vehicle driven by Robinson.


Insp. J. Gavin, prosecuting,


side and the rear wings were in a dangerous condition and had rusty and jagged edges: one tyre was bald and another had had an inch long cut.


Robinson said the vehicle had been off- the road for some time, and he was driving it to Black­ burn to be sold when he was


In a letter to the court,


stopped He said he was unaware that


a vehicle using trade plates needed a test certificate.


He found that the front off­


Chatburn farm er


takes top


prize Chatburn farmer Frank


Clayton has entered the show, his young bull, Pcndleside One Boswell, won first prize in the


Clayton, vice-chairman of Clitheroe Rural Council, has won one of the top prizes at -this-week’s Royal Lancashire Show. In only the second year Mr.


Hereford class. Mr. Clayton, of Lancsidc


Alan Smith just before he left on his holiday.


CLITHEROE YOUTH ON HOLIDAY IN SPAIN IS HIT-AND-RUN VICTIM


Flying home tomorrow Parents of an 18-ycar-old Clitheroe boy waited anxiously at home this week for


news of their son who hadbeen injured in an accident while holidaying in Spain. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sm ith, of Kemple View, were told on Monday night that


their son, Alan, was in a Barcelona hospital with a badly broken leg. • 1 They were told that the hospital fees, for setting the


leg in plaster and inserting stitches in his mouth, would be 50,000 pesetas—almost £300.


These had to be paid before Alan could leave the


country and come home. Later that night, Mr. and Mrs. Smith tried to ring the


hotel where their son was staying,.in Calella de la Costa, on the Costa Dorada, but they they were-unable to get through.


INJURED Until Tuesday, Mr. and Mrs. Smith did not know how


the accident had happened, or how-badly their son was injured. They did not even know when the accident occurred, or whether their son was out of hospital. A letter they received from the travel company did


day evening that they were able to get through to Alan Lawson, one of the two boys with whom their son had gone to Spain.


nothing to enlighten them. ■ I t was not until late on Tues­


still in hospital and that he had been knocked down on Fri­ day while crossing the road. The driver of the car which hit him had not stopped, and the Spanish police are investigat­ ing.


He told them that Alan was


a letter from their son on Wed­ nesday morning. He said' he was being . treated- very-^ wellin' hospital, but was bored:


Mr. and Mrs. Smith received


Farm, Chatburn, slept with his prize-winning beast all night, in a small wooden open-topped


box in the same tent. The champion bull is just 10


years. Judge Twenty-two-year-old


Parker, of Mitton Whalley, won the prize for the best Gold Sebright Bantam, and also took two seconds.


C h r is Road,


firsts at London shows, lie has never before taken a first prize at the Royal Lancashire. Mr. Parker, a trainee account­


Although he has had several


ant. is a member of the com­ mittee of the Ribble Valley Poultry Society, and is Poultry Club Judge.


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RINGWAY


The hospital fees had been paid, partly from his holiday


insurance, and the rest by the travel company. He said he would be coming


Public should j be told, says report


the public into their confidence and tell them what is'going on. They were urged to make beltter-use of the'loca! Press


Local planning authorities were told this week to take


and broadcasting, and told not to be touchy’about,cdticism. Tile advice"’ comes from .the


reporrorthe'SkemngtbrrtCorrr.'


mittee, set up in March 1963 to consider the best methods, in­ cluding publicity, of securing public participation in plan­ ning The report says: “We want


lirTZ&S-


satisfied even though'they are' informed of proposals and are able to comment on them. “Not everyone’s wishes can


be met. But the fact that some people may ultima’ely be hurt


the paper of the plans to come to life, and to come to life in way people want. “The essential requirements


home on the planned flight to Ringway Airport, Manchester, arriving early on, tomorrow morning, and would be bring­ ing home presents for his parents and seven-year-old sister Andrea.


there by Alan Lawson’s father, who has a car.


He and Iris friends will be met


first abroad—through Clitheroe Travel Agency, and went with two friends, Alan Lawson, of Paii-field Drive, and Derek Jackson, of Kirk Avenue. A former pupil of Ribbles-


Alan booked the holiday—his


are that the planning author­ ities should act openly, and that the public should react constructively to the facts and ideas put before them.”


Public


through the report and its 47 d e t a i l e d recommendations.


debate Two main t h e m e s run


They are: That the flow of information


dale School, he is an appren­ tice engineer with the English Electric Company Ltd.


FOOTBALL


plays for Trinity in Clitheroe Amateur League.


He is a keen footballer, and


might not be able to play foot­ ball again if his leg is badly broken.


His father is worried that he


more than anything if he can' play again," he said.


'It would break liis heart


from the planning authorities during preparation of the new structure and local plans should be continuous—through Press, Radio. TV, exhibitions, public meetings, leaflets and other suitable publicity media ■to create conditions for open


well-informed public debate. That the processes of consul­


tation and participation should be disciplined by a timetable with set pauses for considera­ tion of public reaction to pre­ vent debate becoming endless, but that people should be given full opportunity to react, and t h a t planning authorities


should take positive steps to help them to do so, and should ensure that they know the re­ sults of their representations. “I t matters to us all,” says


Tuesday start Ciitlieroe’s new physio


therapy centre will not be operational until the Tues day following the official opening.


be moved before the opening ceremony on Saturday, August 9 and some following the open­ ing. Mr. A. Holdings, the physio­


Some of the equipment will


therapist, said this. week that the Monday would be used for clearing up, ; and treatment would start on Tuesday, August 12. All pieces of equipment are


only strengthens the need for them to know «f proposals early, to understand them and to be involved in shapim them.” On means of tabling pub­


t&rsssss


TOWN WiLL—LOSE


ITS CROOKED SPIRE


licity, the committee says:-“We have no doubt ttat the local Press provides one of the vital means of publicity open to local planning authority. “I t achieves enermous cover­ age; something approaching


90 per cent of the adult popula­ tion are likely to read at least one local newspapir, and so far as the authority is concerned


such publicity is iree." T h e y recommend f that the


local planning a u t h o r i t y arrange its business so that the Press could be present at major debates during the for­ mative stages in the working out of a plan, whether in open council or committee. They suggest briefings by the


The crooked spire on Clitheroe Parish Church, a landmark which can be seen from miles around, is to be partly demolished


jacks have reported that the spire, which is 16 inches out of true at the top, can no longer be safely left as it is. Daylight can be seen inside


later this month. Architects and steeple­


On a warm summer’s day,


there’s nothing more cooling than splashing around in water. Happily enjoying themselves in the paddling’ pool in the Castle grounds, these youngsters were among the townsfolk who stayed at home during the first week of the holiday fortnight.


'Love Match’ is next


SABDEN HOP FOR TOP YILL ACCOLADE


The Pcndleside village of Sabden is awaiting Ihc result of the final judging of. the Lancashire Best-Kept Village


competition. - For the first time, the village


has reached the finals of the major class, for communities of more than 300 people, and the decision is now between Sabden, and Hornby, who came second last year. Mr. Colin Beck, consultant


for the proposed Central Lan­ cashire New Town has been appointed to judge the compe­ tition by the Community Coun­


cil of Lancashire. He is expected to visit the


known quite soon.


villages during the next few days, and his decision will be


Man altered


ivehicle licence


village has been cleaned up, and vehicle Excise licence had children and pensioners tour expired, cut up part of an the streets picking up litter.


Every untidy comer of the A Bolton 1 has helped in some way. Sab-


planted with roses and othel' Longfleid Road, Bolton., who flowers back and front.


Private gardens have been The man John Swift, of I - ■................-


day.


cil have cleaned up playing fields, mowing grass, trimming hedges, and painting the slides


dist Church, who now cany out £4 3s. ,4d. back dutj. iVitrxnueiJs in ouuucu --- 7, - . ....


1 Children and staff \ of St. Mary’s Roman Catholic School have made a garden on what used to be a strip of hard, rough ground.


their activities in the Sunday school, have tidied up the site of their former chapel, cultivat­ ing lawns and gardens.


L an glio’s new parish


Revue and Dramatic Society are at present rehearsing for a play, “The Love Match,” which will be presented in September.


show Calderstoncs' Ho spital


Match,” and is.being produced by Mr. Terry Dilwortli.


September 2 for patients, and Thursday, September 4 for staff and friends.


I t will be staged on,Tuesday, “The Love Match’’ is a Lan­


cashire comedy, and has been produced professionally both on


stage and as a film. Members of the cast are


through several cracks, and the Parochial Church Coun­ cil feel that if we have another winter as severe as last year, the combination of


planning officer, monthly meet­ ings between the planning department and the Press, and the promotion of supplements on planning backed by local


advertising.


While the, planning depart­ ment will be entitled to expect newspapers to report in a con­ structive


' lic


the report, “that we should know that wc can influence the shape of our community so that -the towns and villages in which we live, work, learn and relax may reflect our best


authority should n?t be unduly touchy or defensive about pub­ •refu


spirit, argument. become criticism,


Must he accepted


aspirations. “This becomes all the more


the supply


vital where the demands of a complex society occasion mas­


sive changes; changes which in some areas may completely alter the character of a town, a neighbourhood or a rural area.


Bound to


up-to-date and nothing new required at the moment. Extra items, such as wall bars have been installed.


scale of change will inevitably bring bewilderment and frus­ tration if people affected think it is to be imposed without respect for their views. “This leads all* too easily to


be hurt “Thfi pace,-- intensity, and


alienation between the author­ ity and the- people. Some people arc bound to be hurt


could not be done for nothing, and stresses that.greater public involvement will make de­ mands on money and staff. But these are costs which


The report appreciates that .information


tile planning involved or


refuse in


public to , .:


Sheila Hayton, Janet Smith- son, Fred Bradshaw, Stephen Tiplady, Terry Holden, Rob­ erta Murray, John Smith, Bernard Adams and Peggy Weston.


Auditions


ice and strong winds might bring the spire down. Writing in the latest edi­


tion of the parish magazine, the Vicar, the Rev. J. C. Hud­ son, says that suggestions of repointing as a lurther tem­ porary measure, or of- taking down tile spire altogether have been rejected as imprac­


tical. ' I t lias been agreed that the


from the bequest left by Miss Aspinall last year, and partly ■from a load or grant from the Diocesan Board of Finance. I t is not yet known when


top 18 feet should , be taken down and-rebuilt, at an esti­ mated cost of £ 1,800. Part'of this cost will, be met


for the musical, “Oklahoma,” which" will 'be staged next March. ■


Planning is also going ahead .


month, and auditions for lead­ ing roles wil be held on Tues­ day, August 12.


Rehearsals will begin lies :


produces for Rose Grove Ama­ teur Operatic Society'.in Bum- ley will produce the Calder-


Mr. Brian Townend, who stones show. •


has produced the three previous musicals at the hospital was unable to undertake the work because of other commitments during the next 12 months.'


Mr. Edmund Cambien, who


the work will start, but Mr. Hudson warns parishioners not to be surprised if they notice the weathercock mis­ sing'some time-tins month.


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must be accepted if the citizen is to be fully involved in demo­ cratic planning., “Members and officers will


3 $ $ $ $ •-


have to try to be even more accessible to the public.- and there will .need to, be a new


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spirit of open discussion of planning issues and a recogni­ tion that effective participation


'pr'fi:,, Climbing


weekends The Caper Montis Moun­


will imply a m°re or less con­ tinuous open debate, moving on through -the Planning pro-,


cess but bearing the ' seeds of controversy * at each stage.” The committee was concer­


ned ' with, the .rsponse. of ,two main groups of; the community


to the information that would be made available.


the passive, who although 'deeply ; affected by decisions; do not make their voices heard


who take part in influencing community affairs, and second


“First, ' the active minority ..


because -of diffidence, ■ apathy, or ignorance °f ivhat.'is'floinr


°”to involve those who do not raise their;voices -even though their interests may be affected; the report suggeststhe employ-; ment of- a community develop-, ment ’ officer who.-, would ” work


Planning”,.;,: is, i, published;* by. H.M.S.O. -and- costs 15s.


>: The ' ^ report,, , Peoplo and ; .


but weekends in the lake Dis­ trict are planned,, along with, regular local walks : and ram­ bles.


taineering Club, which has almost 40 members in Clitheroe, has arranged a varied and .interesting ' pror gramme for -the: late summer, and autumn. Visits to. Wales and climbing


ing Ilkley, and the popular climbing, wall a t Lancaster


Rock climbers .Will be visit­


University. The -Accrington-based club has members . throughout -East


Lancashire, and:tlieir activities include - ’.rambling, ; walking, rock climbing and * potholing. ;


Welcome •


are instructed and -guided by some of the *, club’s.;, capable members, and club outings are always organised by an experi­ enced leader. ,


; Those .with little experience New members are welcome to ■'


with ,the planning officer *: and1 information officer,,to establish; and maintain communications; with people.


attend'-’ club: outings vond :-"the fortnightly' meetings;?,Yield;:;-, at


contact Peter.Jackson, the, dub, secretary by wringing. Clitlheroe; 2034.


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The play is “Tlhe Love •1 ■ ■>-•■■ Monsignor John Guerin.


St Mary’s Church, Langho, is was in financial. difficulties I _U_ k .w ln


The new parish priest at not. been for the fact that I because my wife was in hospital


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week that he had been in this area before and added that he was particularly impressed by the changes in Blackburn.


secondary school in Manchester, and has also been in a parish at-Faliowfieid. Monsignor Guerin said this


£500 grant


is to make a grant of £500 towards the repair of the north western gateway of Whalley Abbey, part of which collapsed last autumn.


Lancashire County Council i . Swift-said in court: “If it had


originally conies from Ireland, was previously at Fedgely Park I College of Education in Prest- wich. He is a former teacher at a


Monsignor . Guerin, who | i would not have done it.”


Moxaey save?


-An opportunity for readers


to recover some of their holi­ day money is being provided by the Clitheroe Advertiser, and Times advertisement department. A special, loss than half


price advertising offer for private advertisers will be made available during the two week's issues, August 15 and 22.


See pago 8 for special announcement.


Members of the parish coun­


I and swings. Members of Sabden Met-ho-


admitted both offences,.; was fined £5 for the fraudulent use of a vehicle Excise licence and £2 for using an unlicensed motor car on the road.


said Pc . Altham stopped the vehicle driven by Swift in King Street, Whalley, on January 3.


He was also ordered to pay Insp. J. Gavin, presecuting,


Erased


licence, and found that : the original licence had been issued: in 1961. Details on it had been partly erased and new par­


He looked at the Excise


ticulars written on. Numbers


licence had been fixed on to make it look as though, the' licence had been issued in 1969. In a statement, Swift said


from another


that in 1963, when his licence expired,: he was’short ,of money and had'domestic’lroubles.;


I A nnlimi man whose old one and stuck it on the


den Horticultural Society .has was dated IvoJ, Uitnero set out a rose garden in the Magistrates were told yesler- centre of the village.


Almost everyone in the village tlier t0 make it look as if it , . , mzq Clitheroe


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