14 Clitheroe Advertiser and Times, January 11th, 1979


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News from Villages


Whalley


Twelfth night Sixty members of Whal­


ley Methodist Church


enjoyed the relaxed atmos­ phere of the decorated church hall on Saturday as they sat down to a Twelfth Night Dinner. Despite the limited


facilities an elaborate menu had been prepared by Miss Mavis Chaddock, assisted by a small group


of helpers. The meal consisted of


observed by Methodists at the beginning of a new y e a r since 1755. The organist was Mr Norman Yates.


soup and hot French bread, a cold carved buffet with a variety of salads and savouries, trifle, pav- lova and other desserts. Hot mince pies were fol­ lowed by coffee and after-


s ta r te d at Whalley Methodist Church for the next concert to be pre­ sented by the social com­ mittee. Produced by Mr Brian Slow, of Billington, it is entitled “March Cap­ ers,” and will be held in the church hall on March 3rd, 9th and 10th.


Concert Rehearsals have now


of a meeting tomorrow


dinner mints. Entertainment was pro­


vided by Mr Edmund Bush, Mr Alan Cookson and Mr Brian Slow, accom­ panied at the piano by Mrs Cecilia Laycock and Mrs Pamela Vickers. A vote of thanks was


given by church steward Mr Albert Haworth. At the church on Sunday


evening, the annual coven­ ant service was conducted by the minister, the Rev. Graham A. Vickers. The service, an act of


Growing old “Out to grass" is the title


night at Whalley Method­ ist Church dealing with the problems of retirement and attitudes to growing old. The speakers will be


Miss Florence Pallet, of Fuhvood, a former senior tutor at Calderstones, and the minister, the Rev. G.


A. Vickers. There will be a question


and answer session and refreshments will be pro­ vided.


worship and personal com­ mitment, goes back to the days of John Wesley and has be e n r e g u la r ly


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was the title of a seasonal talk to Whalley Methodist Women’s Fellowship by Mrs E. Cowperthwaite, of


,Mrs F. Wilkinson was pianist and the hostess was Mrs Chetham.


Clitheroe. Mrs N. Clarke presided.


Chafbum


severe weather there was a good attendance at the Parish supper in the Christ Church Hall, Chatburn, on Friday. The evening was organised by Coun. H. E. Boden, who, along with Mrs Boden and a few friends prepared the sup­ per of ham, turkey, rolls and butter, trifle, mince pies, cheese and biscuits. Mr Boden welcomed all the people and the Vicar, the Rev. N. Maddock said Grace. The meal was served by


Supper In spite of the continued


Seasonal “No room at the inn”


West Bradford


Slides At West Bradford WI’s


meeting, Mrs Audrey Stretch, of Chatburn, gave a slide, show and talk about her hol idays in South Africa. The hot sunshine and pictures of the lovely animals in Kruger Park, and splendid views of the Indian Ocean were a very welcome diversion from the Ar t ie condi t ions


the Stirk House, Gisburn in February. It was agreed to hold a whist drive and also a sponsored walk. Mrs Thornber and Mrs B. Stevenson agreed to take part in the sponsored walk. These events will be to raise funds for the WI. The competition for a


outside. The most “Christmassy”


card competition was won by Mrs W. Hanson, Mrs Fraser, Mrs Nowell. The hostess was Mrs R. Now­ el l , helped by other


members. The recent carol singing


tour of the village by mem­ bers of the WI and of West Bradford Sports and Social Club raised £40 towards the senior citizens’ outing in the summer.


the West Bradford Playing Field Management Com­ mittee will be held on J a n u a r y 25th in St Catherine’s Sunday School


Support needed The annual meeting of


at 8 p.m. The committee will be


elected at the meeting, and it is hoped that as many people as possible will attend to put forward their ideas, and offer their support.


Waddington


Outing The choir boys of St


Helen’s Church were taken to see the Walt Disney film “Herbie goes to Monte Carlo” a story of the 1963 sun roof Volkswagen with a mind of its own. This choice of a Christ­


calendar was won by Mrs B. Stevenson, Mrs H. Pic­ kard, Mrs G. Billows. Members had a Jacob’s Join supper and the hostes­ ses were Mrs A. Astley, Mrs E. Atkinson, Mrs J. Metcalfe. The social took the form of card bingo.


Sahden


the New Year 29 members of Sabden WI welcomed Mrs Marjory McKeand, of Simonstone. She arrived despite the bad weather and shortage of petrol to give a talk and demonstra- t ion on “ Crochet ing today.”She showed many lovely pieces of crochet, some modern and some Victo­ rian. Her display included a cap from Dubai, an Irish doily, cushion covers from France, and a beautiful dress which she was wearing. She was thanked by Mrs


Crochet At the first meeting of


Dorothy Dyson, who was also the winner of the evening’s competition.


Choirboys The choirboys’ football


mas treat proved a tre­ mendous success, the boys — and their escorts — greatly enjoyed the hilari­ ous adventures. The even­ ing finished off with a meal of chips — again a great favourite. The choirmas­ ter, Mr P. A. Cunliffe, made the arrangements.


a group of young choir members. Af terwards there was an entertain­ ment by the boys and girls of Clitheroe Music Centre, under their conductor, Mrs Tomlinson. The choir gave an excellent performance of great variety, including several les ser -known carols. Many members are fine instrumentalists and had an opportunity to dis­ play their talents in the programme chosen by Mrs Tomlinson. Mr Boden thanked the


choir and Mrs Tomlinson, and presented flowers to Mrs Tomlinson. The Vicar seconded the vote of thanks and also thanked Mr and Mrs Boden, Mrs K. Aspinall and the girls for their help.


Covenant In accordance with the


usual custom Chatburn Methodists attended their annual convenant service on Sunday. This is always held on the first Sunday of the year and the members


are invited to renew their covenant and then partake


of communion. The service was led by the Rev. Ward Jones.


Clayton-le-dale


members enjoyed a mouth­ watering demonstration by


Potatoes C lay to n-le-Dale WI


Mrs Christine Moss, of the Potato Marketing Board. Afterwards there was a potato quiz won by Mrs Madge Sansbury and Mrs Irene Smith. The competi­ tion for the best Christmas card was judged.


Gisburn ••.v-


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for Gisburn YFC. On Fri­ day the club held its annual New Year family party at the festival hall. Dancing and games were enjoyed to music by Mr and Mrs Mer- rin. A buffet supper was served by the advisory committee. On Monday, despite the


Busy It’s been a busy week


School party for children attending St Helens Sun­ day School, was held on Saturday afternoon in the Sunday School. Children attending St Catherine’s Sunday School, Wes t Br adford, and the i r superintendent, Mrs Pat Ruchwor th, were also invi ted. Games wer e organised by Mr and Mrs Robin Hatherell, the Sun­ day School superinten­ dents, assisted by Mr John Spencer, Miss Caroline Whi t ehead and Miss Bridget Hartshorne. The mothers of the chil­


Balloons The annual Sunday


team from St Nicholas’ Church, Sabden, hopes to be back in action this weekend after a break because of the bad weather. On Saturday the team, which is undefeated this season, hopes to play Whalley Choirboys. The following week a match has been arranged with St Leonard’s, Padiham.


their weekly whist and domino drive in St Mary’s Club on Monday. Winners were — Dominoes: Mr Graham, Mrs Boocock, Miss Prescot t . Whist: Ladies — Mrs Procter, Miss Hayes. Gents — Mr H. Parker, Mr F. Cottam. Competition: Mr J. Simm, Mrs Flannagan.


Right cards Sabden pensioners held


Downham


Downham, held its annual covenant service on Sun­


Dedicated St Leonard’s Church,


day. At this first Sunday service of the New Year the congregation takes part in a rededication of themselves to God for the coming 12 months. The special preacher


dren attending the Sunday School clubbed together to provide the party fare, which looked very festive, surrounded by the Christ­ mas decorations in the hall. Small prizes were given


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was Church Army Captain C. Moffatt, the diocesan evangelist and missioner. The vicar, the Rev. F. E. Chard, conducted the


service.


to the winners of the diffe­ rent games, most of which were accompanied by music. At the end of the evening, the children were given balloons to take


home.


A treat After coping with all the


meals and extra work of the Chr istmas season, members of St Helen’s, Waddington, Mothers' Union, greatly appreciated having Yulctide fare pre­ pared for them at tneir annual party. Some 43 members sat


Read


Trip The 1st Read St John’s


Guides and the United Reformed Browniestravel- led in two coaches on Fri­


day night to the Guild Hall, Preston, where they all enjoyed the pantomime "Snow Whi te and the Seven Dwarfs.”


Winners Winners of the Monday


down in a well-decorated room and enjoyed the chance of eating and talk­ ing together in pleasant conditions. Thanks to Mr and Mrs


night whist drive at the Constitutional Club were: Ladies — Mrs D. Slinger, Mrs M. Pollard consola­ tion. Gents — Mrs C. Relf, Mrs P. Longbottom conso­ lation.The special prize was won by Mrs E. Bracewell. MC was Mrs Bracewell.


Austin, of the Georgian Window, and their staff, were expressed by enrol­ ling member Mrs C. F. Goodchild. The evening concluded


with carol singing led by Mrs I. Walmsley.


Bolton-by-Bowland


monthly meeting in the Village Hall opened with president, Mrs C. F. Pick­ les wishing all a Happy New Year. The sum of £153 was


of thanks and chaired the business meeting which followed. Recently the club held a


disco at the festival hall, with music by Action Disco.


petrol shortage, rally driver Mr Peter Clark, along with Mr Hurst, made it to give a talk about car rallying. Some exciting films were shown, the-pro­ jectionist being Mr George Lancaster. Ian Coates gave a vote


Fund-raising Bolton-by-Bowland WI’s-


Waste paper Almost two tonnes of


waste paper was collected at St Johns School on Saturday morning by the Scouts and Guides Parents’ Committee. This gave a boost of nearly £30 for group funds.


W i s w e l l


Trip Husbands, children and


raised by members and friends going carol singing and this will be divided be twe en the Talking Newspaper and Rheumat­ ism Council. Mrs Pickles praised all who had taken


part.Names were taken of members wishing to attend “ Ca l ami ty Ja n e , ’ in Clitheroe, in February. Members voted for the


WI Executive Committee. Members were reminded of the Literary Lunch at


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friends of Wiswell WI members went to the Octa­ gon Theatre, Bolton, to see the pantomime “Beauty and the Beast.” The presi­ dent , Mrs J. Fenlow, thanked Mrs M. Clegg for- organising the enjoyable outing.


Langho


tw o e v e n t s a t St Leonard's, Langho, have been cancelled. They are tonight’s whist drive and tomorrow’s jumble sale.


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