12 Clitheroe Advertiser and Times, December 12th, 1974 Whalley


Women’s Institute, provided the entertainment for 48 members at the annual Christmas party in Whalley Old Grammar School. Solos were given by


Party time Officials of Wh a l l ey


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treasurer, Mrs Margaret Naylor, and secretary, Mrs Mavis Day; and readings bv new president, Mrs Maureen Duckett and past president. Mrs Moira Ains­ worth.Vice-president, Mrs Mane Britclifle, accompanied solos and carol singing at the


piano.For ■ the reasonable cost of 50p. members were served with a buffet supper of soup, cold meats and vegetable


raised for Women’s Work Overseas.


Party time Whalley C of E school-


children will be celebratin Christmas with parties next


Monday, Tuesday and Wed­


nesday. A week today they will be


salad, apple flan, fresh cream, mince pies, nint butter, Christmas cake and


raised over £3 for the Scout and Guide building fund. The main raffle prize, was a tov panda, which was a gift 'to the institute, and won bv Mrs M. Thornber.


coffee. A beetle drive and raffle


United The last of three united


services of Holy Communion, held during the year in Whalley churches, was con­ ducted on Sunday at Whal­ ley Parish Church by the Vtcar, the Rev R. A. Har-


Methodist Minister, read the Epistle, Pastor J. Beardwood. f r om Billington Baptist


pur. Tile Rev J. R. Butcher,


Church, read the Gospel,


and the Rev. G. A. Parker preached. Mr J. A. Shill:- toe led the intercessions.


of chocolates and sweets at Whalley Parish Church's annual carol service on December 19th. They will be given to the St Denys Home Clitheroe. The church and school choirs carols round Christmas tree.


Cards Children will make gilts


will sin: a lighted


Whalley branch of the Young Ornithologists’ Club, has practically outgrown it­ self and, with 80 members,


Growing up Formed a year ago, the


is becoming too big to handle. Members come from a


wide area, with 20 young from Blackburn alone. Local secretary, the Rev.


J. R. Butcher, believes it would be better now if Blackburn and, possibly Accrington, were to run sep­ arate branches. This -would also save time


3nd the expense of travel­ ling to Whalley. On Friday, 100 tickets were sold for a club film night.


by women overseas was stressed by Mrs G. Cumber­ land, of Penwortham, in a talk at the annual meeting of Wh al le v Methodist Women’s Work Overseas


Valuable work The value of work done


Mrs J. Butcher presided. The sum of £20 has been


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attending their annual carol service at the Parish Church, before breaking, up for the ho’iday.


£280 raised A festive coffee morning


and afternoon tea at Whal­ ley Abbev Conference House raised '£280 for King George’s Fund for Sailors.


The fund provides for sea­ men in distress and their orphans and widows. The proceeds will bring


Chipping Re-elected


Mrs D. Jeffery, was re­ elected at the annual meet­


President of Chipping Wl,


Hoyle were elected vice- presidents; Mrs B. Robin­ son, secretary, and Mi's D. Preston, treasurer. Committee; Mrs G. Rich,


ing. Mrs M. Rich and Mrs K.


Parker (wizard), Hilary Whitaker (Banshee), Helen Freeman (Ghoulie), Eliza­ beth Kav 'Wizziel, Christine Bainbridge (Tumble) and Emma Hobson was the


parents with supper, and afterwards played games


Brownie. The girls served their


and had a camp Are. The event was in the village hall where future meetings will


be held.


Mrs H. Robinson, Mrs M. Scarlett, Mrs E. Freeman,


Mrs Gifford, Mrs Kenyon and Mrs A. Whitaker. VCO Mrs Craven, guest


the total amount contributed bv Hie Whallev branch of the fund to £3.135 in the 16 years since its formation.


friends of Whalley Lions celebrated Christmas with a buffet supper and dance at the Spread Eagle, Barrow, on Friday.


Early start Seventy members and


Handicrafts The cleansing and polish­


ing of cattle horns and making of plaques from spent cartridge cases was demonstrated to Whaliev Men's Fellowship member? by Mr H. Chew, of Whalley He was thanked by Mr J Maudsley. Tomorrow night' programme at the Wood


lands Drive home of Mr and Mrs Hodgson is entitled ” Something to sing about."


Downham


Youth Club enjoyed their first Christmas party at the village hall on Monday The 28 members of the club- formed only last April—pro­ vided their own supper of pie and peas, jelly and ice cream.


Youth club Members of Downharr.


Hurst Green Right guess A competition to guess the


whist and domino drive. Whist whiners were; ladies.


name of a doll, held at Hurst Green Over-Sixties’ Club, was won by Mrs Haworth, the doll's name b e in g Imelda. Supper was served after a


Mrs E. Brown. Mrs Seed; gents, Mrs M. Brown, Mr T. Bailey. Dominoes; Mr W. Shoesmith, Mrs T. Whalley. Competition winner was Miss L. Mercer.


MAKE YOURS A LIGHT CHRISTMAS!


Choose From Our Vast Selection Of— TABLE LAMPS— STANDARD LAMPS—


PENDANT LIGHT FITTINGS— WALL LICHTS — OUTDOOR LANTERNS, ETC.


Modern or Traditional The Choice Is Yours. FAIRY LIGHTS AT LAST YEAR’S PRICES !


in its many social and fund- raising efforts during 1974. The competition was won


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for tire evening, stressed that Chipping must try to increase its membership from the present 53. Mrs Jeffery thanked all who had supported the WI


service


Youth service During the monthly youth


their


..........— — interspersed with readings, to contact the Ribble Valley salesbury Memorial Hall tn- eluded Mrs Daisy Miller,


prizes — e n J TltvleJ-


by Mrs B. Robinson, with Mrs Sinter in second place. Mrs Beck won the raffle.


not a bigger audience at Chipping Village Hall on Thursday, when naturalist Mr Les Hoyle, of Blackburn,


Spectacular It was a pity there was


showed a cine film he hat! made in the Chipping and Leagram area. With the help of Leagram


'Tile children sang hymns, Tim choir


bv Mrs D. Berry. ch i ld r en


“How amiable are Thy dwellings.’’ Mr Frank Berry was organist.


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Brave effort


youngsters from Chaiglcy and their Shetland pony,


The efforts of three


Little John, helped to in­ crease the profits at Chip­ ping Christmas fair on Saturday by £7. Elizabeth Kay (8), and


a n g hv sang an Lan e,


about the state of Back Lane, tbe parish council is


Counci The


rmineil tennnee.


tn e parisn cou n c i l reeardimr


regarding


write to Lancashire County Council protesting about the number of footpath signs which have not yet been erected after being in store for about 12 months. Windows are still being


clerk was asked to is meivi-


Miss World Guests at Clayton-le- u Dale WI Christmas party in


a ie vvi y


Miss Aspin and Mrs Peggy Stone, who are respectively, president, vice-president and


farmer Mr Jeff Rich, Mr Hoyle has filmed bird life in the Loud valley over the last 10 years. Some of his spectacular shots included a heronry at nesting time which required a hide balanced on a 70ft. tower of scaffolding. Other shots included a


former race horse and foais at Leagram Hall, haymaking and a scene in one of the village pubs.


staff, cooks and welfare supervisors from Brabins CE School and St Mary’s Schoo’. Chipping, joined forces for the first tune at a Christmas dinner at Brick House Res­ taurant on Friday.


Dining out A party of nine kitchen


Exchange gifts


of gifts by members of Chip­ ping Parish Church Mothers' Union took place at the annual Christmas party on Tuesday. They decorated the parish


The customary exchange


rooms for the event, and there was a Christmas tree to add to the festive spirit Members contributed their


own party-style tea, and afterwards the vicar, the Rev. T. Green, showed slides of a family holiday in Yugoslavia.


Congregational Church Sun­ day School received book prizes from their Superin­ tendent. Mr W. Cornall. at the annual prize presenta­ tion on Friday. The event was chaired by


Prize night Children from Chipping


her sister, Jayne (6). of New House Farm, and their friend, John Bullock (ID. of Plane Tree Farm, braved the cold outside the village hall with a pony and cart, challenging visitors to buy a ticket and guess Little John’s weight. Later he was taken inside


the hall, where he was a popular attraction with the children.


White we!!


’’ Pony Express ’’ bus from Clitheroe, trade became brisk at various stalls in the Whitewell Hotel entrance. Teas were served in the


Whitewe’l cha n ge d venue for their advent fair and found room at the inn instead of using the old schoolroom. With the arrival of the


For fabric fund Tile parish church


the


won by Mrs Marsiand, of Dunsop Bridge, tbe vicar (the Rev. Arthur Higginsom and Mrs Rhodes. Proceeds of £90 for the


church some years ago. Officials


meeting of Whitewell Social Club in the Whitewcll Hotel. Mr James Porter, of Hoddei Bank, was re-elected secre­ tary. Chairman is the Rev A r’th u r Higginson treasurer Mrs J. Alpe.


Martin Ton Handbells


Miss Joan Huddleston. Speaker was Mr Robert Lawson, of Lancaster.


Enrolled Four new Brownies—Julie


and Carol Pye. Susan Proc­ ter and Caroline Richardson —were enrolled as member of Chipping Brownies, by District Commissioner Mrs M. Ellis at nn open night on Monday. Seven Brown'es acted out


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Christmas rally, attended by 160 people, was held this year at Martin Top chape! Sunday school scholars


The Dale s churches' At the fourth annua:


lounge bar. Competition arizes were


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broken in the bus shelter and the parish council is appealing to anyone who sees damage being done to contact any of their mem­ bers. Daffodil bulbs are to be


planted on the wide grass verges alongside the brow of


the hill leading tip to the Duke of York Hotel.


Rimington Full house


dance at the Memorial Institute Management Com­ mittee's whist and domino drive on Saturday. Mrs C. Thistlethwaite


There was a record atten­


whist prizes to—Ladies: Mrs G. Whittaker, Mrs W. Kenyon, Mrs D. Robinson. Miss J. Clarke. Gents: Mr J. Moon, Mr A. McKie, Mrs E. Turner and Mrs M. Strange. Dominoes: Mesdames B. Towler. J. Wrathall, New- house, J. Seed and Holden. Juniors: Elizabeth Keighley. Joanne Ingleby, Susan Ingleb.v and Philip Smith. Competition: Mr W.


Eccles, A. Stott and D. Seed.


fabric fund will help a res­ toration fund started at the


Right cuts


lamb, pork and offal were displayed and described to Rimington WI members at their meeting by Mr Rov Porter, of Chatburn. He was thanked by Mrs F. Parker. A new member, Mrs Duerden, was welcomed by tire president, Mrs M. Bren­ nan. Birthday greetings were read by Mrs P. Cock. There was a bring and buy stall run by Mrs Fullalovc and Miss A. Baron. Members were asked to


The various cuts of beci, presented


treasurer of Copster Green WI. Also present were Mr and Mrs Bagnall, matrons of Warren Holt, and Miss McWilliam. matron of Glen- dene, the two local old people’s homes. Titov and 78 members of


Church on Sunday morning, Sunday School children were presented with


at Chipping Parish Grindleton Complaints


money being spent on lay­ ing drains in White Hail Lane, Grindleton, is being voiced by tbe parish coun­ cil, whioh has received a number of complaints from local ratepayers.


Concern at the amount of In a letter to Ribblc


Valley Borough Council, they are putting forward " strong feelings ’’ that the project is not necessary, as the lane is ’’ only a cul-de- sac leading to three farms and two private houses." After hearing complaints


Gisburn U


the newly-formed team of hand-bell ringers enter­


tained.


Donation Mrs C. Blackburn, of Mere


Syke, was hostess at Tos- side and district Women's group meeting. Leader Mrs B Peel welcomed Mrs Dix,


of Settle, who spoke about Dr Barnardo’s Homes. She


was thanked by Mrs P. Cunningham, A donation


for the homes was given to Mrs Dixon.


Clayton-le-dale Langho


died on Thursday at Green- side Nursing Home, Chat- burn, at the age of 81, was well known In Langho, where she and her late hus­ band John, were in farming.


Farmer's window Mrs Mabel Robinson, who


After retirement front


Croasdale Fanil they moved to Whaliey Road.


Leonard's Church and was a member of the Mothers’ Union, Her husband was church warden for many years.


Mrs Robinson attended St In failing health, she had


been living with a brother, Mr Don Houghton, at Sab- den, for well over a year. A funeral service at St


gave a resume of the charities and local churches and organisations helped by the guild during the year. The fair was opened by


Chatburn


Mrs Vickery, of Whalley, county chairman of the NE Lancashire guild. She was thanked by Mrs Greta Moir and presented with a flower­ ing plant by Cheryl Lewis, small daughter of a member.


from which expenses have to be deducted.


Over £170 was raised, Hospitality At the Over-Sixties’ Christ­


Leonard’s, on Monday, con­ ducted by the vicar, the Rev. P. H. Dearden, was followed by interment at Old Langho.


the institute enjoyed a seasonal meal prepared and served bv the WI committee. Social activities included a " Miss World ” contest and a talent competition phis readings by Mrs Audrey Evans front “ A Christmas Carol." ftnd " Christmas Remembered." 1 ~"s Vi Black­ man gave a monologue, and the WI choir conducted bv Miss Mary Brown sang carols. Pianist was Mrs Kathleen Jackson, of Bil­ lington and Langho WI.


Newton


At the ball The annual Christmas


dinner and ball at Newton Institute on Friday was at­ tended bv about 150 people, who spent an enjoyable evening dancing to the music of The Drifters.


Chipping


Smith. Mr A. Robinson. Mrs J. Me'.calfe, Master C. Car­ ter. Mrs D. Wells. MCs were Messrs A.


Banker's talk A talk about banking, par­


ticularly in relation to agriculture, was given to Chipping Young Fanners, b.v Mr J. Andrews, of the Midland Bank, Preston. He was thanked by Susan Dewhurst, who also chaired


the meeting. On Tuesday members will celebrate Christmas with a dinner at the Whitewell Hotel, fol­ lowed by dancing at Chipping Village Hall.


Waddington coach overland to Pakistan


presented a Nativity play narrated by Mr H. K. Moor- house and accompanied at the piano by Mrs Oliver Addresses on ihe meaning o’ Christmas were given by Mr B. Lingard and Mr Michae1


Steer. A display of handbel’


a play from the Brownies annual ” It’s Hard to be Bad." Taking part were Sally Kay (witch), Anne


ringing was given by a newly-formed team of ladie’ from the village, and Miss A. Parkinson played the organ for carols. Supper was pro­ vided afterwards by ladies of the church.


volunteer as stewards for the fancy dress parade at the village children's party to be judged by Mrs Chard and Miss M. Barton, of Downham. Attention was dram to forthcoming events — decorating the memorial institute on Dec­ ember 13th; carol singing in the institute next Thursday and round the village on December 23rd: the county annual meeting in February and the start of another voen session on January 3rd, if there is sufficient in­ terest. Comoetition: Mrs L.


Silverwood, Mrs M. Brennan and Mrs E. Dean. The meeting was rounded off with a social at which


Pakistan A talk about a visit by


was given to St Helen’s MU. Waddington, by Mrs Hough­ ton, of Colne, who showed examples of native wood carving and handwork. She was thanked by Mrs Mary Jackson.


Mothers' Union


Mrs C. F. Goodchild pre­ sided at a meeting of the


MU Bowland Deanery’ Com­ mittee at Wad d i n g t o n vicarage, attended by mem­ bers from Gisburn, Hurst C.reen, Waddington and West Bradford. Mrs Irene Walmslcy re­


ported on the Bradford Dio­ cesan Council meeting, and Mrs Monica Crook, leader of Gisburn Young Wives, spoke about her programme for


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about 40 youngsters at Wad­ dington when Santa Clous arrived with a sack full of presents at the play group’s


^ Superviser Mrs Millie Watts and her assistant. Mrs Dorothy Aspin, orga­ nised games for the chil­ dren, and the committee ladies provided a festive tea.


loaf of bread—was awarded to whist winners Mrs M. Hargreaves and Mr V. Wood- end at the weekly drive in St Leonard's School. Langho. Ot her winners were:


Slice of luck A much-valued prize — a


mas party in the Methodist schoolroom on Monday, guests included speakers and volunteer car drivers during the past year. Entertain­ ment was provided bv vocalist Mrs Rosemary Lan­ caster, of Clitheroe. who accompanied herself on tbe guitar. A competition for the best


table decoration was judged by Mrs Hood. Points: Mrs


L. Hughes. Miss P. I. Walker and Mrs Rose Twigg. A “drawing in darkness”


Whist: gents, Mr H. Jack- son, Mr W. Rushton, Mr M. Pike; ladies, Mrs Bowen, Mrs M. Edmondson. Mrs M. Pike. Dominoes: Mr Marshall, Carol Hargreaves, Mrs P. Clough. Competition: Mr W. Smith. Mr H. Marshall, Mrs Bowen.


Mitton


WI were given a film show bv Mrs A. Slater, of Gnndleton WI. Mrs P- Simpson won the


Most points Members oi Little Mitton


cup for the most points in monthly competitions in 1974. "This month's com­ petition — the first to count towards 1915—was jointly won by Mrs Lancaster and Miss Huuson. Mrs Smithson reported


on the autumn council meet ing . Tea hostesses were Mrs Procter. Miss Davies, Mrs Haigh and Mrs Iriiervood.


Slaidburn


Party time Husbands and friends were


welcomed to Slaidbum WTs Christmas party by the presid ent . Mrs Doris


served, the centrepiece being a Christmas cake baked and iced by Mrs Nancy Holland, who was. unfortunately, un­ able to be present. After party games or­


Leeming. A buffet supper was


competition was won by Mrs Rosemary Lancaster and Mrs Brenda Howard. Mr Hood expressed thanks to hostesses, organisers and helpers. Mrs Doris Leeming replied for the guests.


Bolton-by-Bowland Young Farmers


organised by Alison Lilburn followed the meeting of BoIton-by-Bowlnnd YF'C. Two quizzes were also


A password competition


held recently, one at the home of Mr and Mrs Smalley, when the A team _ David Wilkinson, Janet Moss. Peter Billows and Margaret Cornthwaite — beat Clitheroe A 36-35. At Longridge Methodist


Hall, the B team—Michael Cornthwaite, John Hartley, David Stinchon and David Metcalfe — lost 45-48 to Longridee.


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for Bolton-by-Bowland WI. with the monthly meeting and the annual party. Mrs J. Lilbum presided at the meeting at which a demon­ stration of corn dollymaking was given by WI member Mrs N. Cornthwaite. She was thanked by Mrs M. Billows. The competition for two biscuits was won by Mrs K. Atkinson. Arrange­ ments were made to go carol singing next Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Guests were welcomed to


It’s been a busy few days


mas " was the subject oi a talk given to Christ Church Mothers' Union, Chatburn, bv Mrs shewring, of Accring­ ton. Mrs H. E. Bocien thanked the speaker. Mrs A. Highton was the pianist. Hostesses were Mrs C. Black and Mrs Boden.


Party time Entertainment at a party


for the Friday Club, Chat­ burn, was given by two mem­ bers. Tina Holgate and Ca o! Price Winners of games and competitions were Diane Frankland and Dorothy Quayle (picture mizzle quiz'. Susan Giles (statuesi. Caro! P r ic e (musical burner), Diane Franklan'd and Tina Holgate (donkey's tail).


enc. spoke to Chat-burn Men’s Society about the hi?* tory. geology and natural history of Pendle and dis­ trict. He was introduced by chairman Mr R. O. Butters and thanked bv Mr E. Hors- field.


In office At the annua! meeting of


the Ribblesdale Club. Chat­ burn, acting chairman Mrs F. Bowskiil thanked all who had given practical help over the past year.


Bowskill resigned as secre­ tary and treasurer. Mrs Grosvenor and Mrs A. Palmer were appointed joint secretaries and Miss E. Frankland treasurer. Also on the committee are Mrs D. Atkinson. Mrs Bowskill, Mrs Burn and Mrs Clark. Hostesses were Mrs Denby, Mrs M. Frankland and Mrs Tiitterington.


Mrs T. Hudson and Mrs The club party will be held


cert p a r t y entertained patients at Ciitheroe Hos­ pital last week.


tonight and the next meet­ ing on January 2nd. Members of the club con­


Holy Land


the annual party at the Coach and Horses bv the vice-president, Mrs Pickles. Mr D. Comthwaite thanked the WI for supporting efforts of the War Memorial i Committee. Prizes


ganised by the entertain­ ments committee, Mr and Mrs Tom Scott, of Wadding­ ton, showed slides of Lake­ land. They were thanked by the vice-president, Mrs


Mary Parker. The members’ competition


for a table decoration for


Christmas was Judged by Mr and Mrs Scott, who awarded h i g h e s t points to Mrs Christine Blakey and Mrs Leeming. The evening concluded


dominoes were won by Mrs J. Wilkinson and Mr H. Pickard. There was dancin' to Allan Whaites band.


for l': West Bradford


with a selection of Christ­ mas carols, accompanied by Mrs Marv Parkinson. Mrs


Evelyn Slinger was the accompanist for the singing


guests were expressed by Mr J. C. Kenyon.


of “ Jerusalem.” Thanks on behalf of the


Decorations “Christmas arrangements"


Jane Elliott and seconded by Alison Waterworth. ’ For the boys, Mr Ian


were demonstrated by Mrs Margaret Shaw to the girls of Slaidbum YFC. Thanks were expressed by


Grant, of Newton-in-Bow- land, gave a talk on car rallying. He was introduced by David Taylor, vice-chair­


man. Trefoil Guild


ganised bv Slaidburn first Trefoil Guild on Saturday in the village hall. Mrs Doris Leeming, presiding,


At the Christmas fair or­ Sabden


Village hall Before making up their


.nmds about seeking joint kx for recreational purposes


similar school elsewhere. ie decision was made


of Sabden County School members of the Parish jouncil are to look over a


after Mr Charles Wilson,


Chief Planning ’ Officer to the Ribble Valley Council, had explained just what could be involved. He also stressed the urgency of rea­ ching a decision in view ol a possible early start by Lan­ cashire Education Commil- l- on tlie extensions.


Mr Wilson also referred to


singly expensive." Speaking of grants that might be available from Goveimcnl, County and local authority


sources he pointed out tliai several of the 38 parishes w th Ribble Valley were a ready pressing the Boroug Council to give flnanctc nelp. But the strictly llm ted amount of money avail Bblc to the council would have to be put to best use. Sabden. ho said, would


the local desire for a village hall an amenity he des­ cribed as ■


’ becoming increa­


have to think in terms of at least £40.000. A village hail committee would be needed to raise about £10,000 of tills sum and the Parish Council would have to levy a substantial precept for two or three’ years as - their contribution. ... the Parish Council’s


.•equast Mr Wilson promised j try to arrange a visit to a combined school and vil­


lage hall and make Inquiries about probable costs.


More lamps Concerned about tlie stan­


dard of street lighting in the village as thc< result of com­ plaints, Sabden parish coun­ cillors are to go round and note where improvements


the Parish Council Is also concerned about the possible hazards to pedestrians axis- ne from water flowing ovei -e footpath in Whallej


are needed. With t.he onset of winter


Whalley Road from the Post Office to tile Fountain. Conn Arnold Ainsworth told the December meeting that the lines had been promised 18 months ago and he thought they ought to be laid before Christmas. The council is also to ask for restricted parking in Watt Street and for the footpaths to be com­ pleted.


Mary’s RC Church, Sabden, on Saturday, made £475 for church and school funds. Fr J. Begley presided and


Christmas fair The Christmas fair at St


the fair was opened by Dr Brian Smith, of the Old Vicarage, Mitton, who was accompanied by his wife and


family. There wore the usual stalls and competitions.


Honey Members of Sabden .WI


toad, which it Is though’ any be leaking from Sprin: rtxige. The County Counc: s being asked to help in wiving the problem. Tlie County Council Is also


to bo asked to put yellow- restrictions


al on g


Shrawley. Miss E Bibbv’s decorative preserve Jar won the general and humorous competition.


earned all about the bees md honey in a flint shown >y Mr J. Cook, of Southport. Re was thanked ov Mrs P.


Hamer, was welcomed to West Bradford WI, where members enjoyed c a r o l singing, games and miizzes. Mrs Hartley and Mrs M. Leach ’ organised the games. The competition for a Christmas decoration was won by Mrs M. Mitchell. Members discussed the


Carol singing A new member. Mrs R.


possibility of attending the National Exhibition of To­ morrow’s Heirlooms in Lon­ don in the New Year. ^ A reminder was given about the carol singing party which meets at Mrs Fraser’s home. 9 Grindleton Road, at 7 p.m. on December 19th before touring the village.


morning for West Bradford MU funds, at the home of the Rev. and Mrs W. Frank­ land, amounted to £27. Part of the money will be paid to St Catherine's Sunday School and a donation given to the extension fund. .Mrs E. Jones and Mrs J.


Makes £27 Proceeds of a coffee


Nuttall helped on the bring- and-buv stalls and coffee


was served by Mrs P. Tit- terington, Mrs A. Ipophen and Mrs G. Heenan.


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given to Chatburn Methodist Women’s Fellowship by Miss P. Westa’l, of Blackburn. Mrs G. P. Womersley pre­ sided and Mrs Goodfellow was the pianist.


A talk on Jerusalem was


History Mr B. Sharpies, of Clith-


Seasonal " Thoughts about Christ­


shared between the Mobile Kidney Unit fund and WI funds' — w a s raised a t Gis­ burn WI’s C h r is tm a s fair. It was op en ed by Mr G.


Help kidney fund A record £242 — to be


A. Shaw, o f C l ith e ro e , who su f fe r s from a k id n ey com­ plaint and who was able to give a first-hand a c c o u n t of the d e sp e r a te n e ed for more eq u iom en t . A book token was presen­


ted to him by Rebecca Lan- caster and he was thanked by Mrs H. Waddington. An “ a n o n ym o u s" F a th e r


C h r is tm a s w a s o n c e a g a in a fa v o u r ite w i th (h e ch i ld r en ,


and th e c om m i t te e wou ld like to thank h im fo r h is


s e rv ic e s. The competition was won


by Mrs M. Clarkson and Mrs H. Waddington, and other


prizes by the New Inn.


wnv ’’ was the title of an evening of coloured slides, with recorded commentary and music, shown to Gis­ burn WI members by Mr F. Parkin, of Earnoldswick. Mr Parkin was introduced


Slide show •’ Come with us to Nor-


by chairman Mrs T. Bell and thanked bv Mrs A. Walters. The competition for a


winter scene was judged by Mr Parkin and won by Mrs M. Clarkson. Mrs T. Bell. Mrs J. Ellison. Mrs J- Jack- son and Mrs T. Morton. Members decided to pro­


test to the Ribble Valiev Council at the method being used for repayment of rate rebates and making a sug­ gestion tor cutting expense in future years. .Arrangements were made


for tlie WI birthday party at the Black Bull Hotel, Rimington. on January 23rd. Mesdames J. Lancaster, R.


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Asquith and J. Gornall agreed to serve on the social half-hour committee, and Mesdames J. Dibb and J. Robinson on the catering committee. It was announced that


whist tables had been pur­ chased for the Festival Hall. Members were asked to save used stamps from Christmas mail to be sent to Mother Teresa to help with missions


. o v e r s e a s . Two new members, Mrs


Mashiter and Mrs Mc- Dougali, were welcomed.


Tour factory Members of Gisburn WI


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M-ent a pleasant afternoon as guesis of the manage­ ment at a clothing factory nt Bingley. They were shown a film of Rossendale climber Don W’


firm’s products on Everest. At paper mill


nillans wearing the T


visited a paper mill in Lan- clifle on Monday and were shown round the various departments by Mr A. Knights and Mr A. Cameron. Club chairman Robert Bargh thanked them.


Members of Gisbum YFC W Hi IV


PUT YOUR SALES GRAPH ON THE UP AND UP with an advertisement in the


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