Clitheroe Advertiser and Times


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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29th, 1987 No.'5,286 Price 22p


ANC CLAIM IS ‘MANIFEST NONSENSE’


Area is target for motorway criminals


A WARNING from Insp. Boothman on the motor­ way criminals.


i ‘BOVVER’ WITH IIIS HOVER


ELEVENTH HOUR


A plant hire driver by day. Mr Taylor (43), of Mytton View, has three hovercraft, one each for himself, wife Pat and son Stuart. They regularly go flying on the sand and sea at Pilling and L.vtham and. with permission from local farmers, on land at Sawley and Gisburn. Tomorrow he will be in action from 2 p.m. onwards.


Instead, the Hover Club of Great Britain rose to the occasion — and provided the necessary insurance cover for tomorrow's demonstration on the Clitheroe Castle Field.


LAST minute “bovver” with his hover could have led to Gordon Taylor’s withdrawal from this week's Activities Forum.


THE Ribble Val­ ley is fast becom­ ing the target of the latest motor­ way menace . . . the professional c r imina l f rom out-of-town.


weeks there have been three major burglaries of country homes where thieves have netted goods and valu­ ables worth thousands of pounds.


In the last t'hree


Following the pattern of similar previous burg-


Ribble Valley Mayor Coun. Les Nevett was due to open the Foruni at Trinity Methodist Church Hall


last night. Organised jointly by the Rotary Club of Clitheroe and the "Advertiser and Times", the three-day event has attracted no less than 29 groups who have agreed to promote their various activities.


Linda Hardman reports


laries, it is likely to be the work of out-of-town pro-' fessionals, who swoop on the well-kept substantial country homes of the Rib­ ble Valley from as far afield as Bradford, Liver­ pool and Manchester. They descend like vul­


tures, strip the property of its rich pickings and flee back along that convenient motorway link. They are highly mobile, using vehi­ cles which might be stolen, hired or picked' up cheap at auction. And judging by


the many thousands of class homes in rural areas, pounds worth of valuable but we appear to have had items stolen over the past a spate of them involving few years, YOU are mak- criminals from outside the


Our CRIMEWATCH campaign starts today on page 7


Aimed at all age groups, this week's Forum — a first for the area — should silence once and for all the critics who complain there is nothing to do in the Ribble Valley. Outdoor enthusiasts have an opportunity to learn about ski-ing, mountaineering, motor cycle trials riding and many other pursuits, while those who prefer to stay indoors can opt for any one of dozens of activi­


One of the highlights will be a painting demonstration over the three days by one of the country’s leading artists. John Corcoran, of Pendle. Starting with a blank canvas, by Friday night he will have produced a masterpiece featuring one of Ribble Valley’s


ties on offer.


The Forum runs from 12 noon to 9 p.m. today and 12 noon to 8 p.m. tomorrow.


beauty spots.


Watch out next week for our Activities Directory, free with your local paper.


It’s cheers! Tom (left) and Phil


As meiy strike it rich with £97,000 jackpot


A DRAW in Scotland’s Skol Cup Final on Sunday may not have been of earth-shattering importance to most of us, but for two Clitheroe men it was an answer to all their dreams.


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meant t h e y had scooped a wor ld record £97,276 in a 14- match accumulator football bet for a stake


For the 3-3 result


Phil Korny and his friend, Tom Davies, of Castle View, still cannot believe their luck — or that they are now rich men! The two mates, who


of just 55p each! Starkie Arms manager


years ago with his wife Pauline. They have two children, eight-year-old


daughter Vicki and son Stevie (10). Mr Davies, who actually


placed the bet at William Hill, Duck Street, is plan­ ning a family celebration with his wife Philomena, daughters Catherine and Claire and son Martin.


were placing a joint bet for only about the third time ever, correctly forecast the results of no less than 14 soccer matches. Every­ thing rested on the Scot­ land final, and Mr Davies said: “The equaliser in the R angers v Aberdeen match was apparently scored in the last five minutes, so it was a pretty close thing. “The result flashed up


clear is . . . NO! Insp. Stuart Boothman, who is stationed at Clitheroe, had this to say: “There is a lot that folk can do to help protect themselves and their neighbours. “There have always been burglaries of good-


little self-help, particularly from the village communi­ ties, as they pose the question: MUST WE BE SUCH A PUSH-OVER? The answer loud and


ing their trips worthwhile. Now, local police w.ant a


In a controversial week for area’s


MP, ‘Westminster Viewpoint’ moves to page one spot


IT is often said that there is no such thing as bad publicity, but I have my doubts. I would not like the


area. Ours is a vast rural territory and the difficulty for the police is that we cannot be everywhere at once. “For a start, these crim­


locker room of the Clith­ eroe Golf Club, however much the headlines might help to keep me in the public eye. I cannot pretend, how­


inals come to this area in vehicles and the first thing anyone can do is to let us know if there is a strange ear or van lurking around. They want to get its num­ ber. make and colour. Folk usually know if a vehicle at a neighbour’s house is a familiar one. “If it does not fit into


“ Clitheroe Advertiser and Times” to print that I V ,Sf have been accused of r r f ' stealing 20p from the


, Simon (left) and Ben


A top choral honour for youngsters


THE cathedrals of northern England and Wales await the vocal talents of two young


ever, that last week’s press reports of my being involved in a mys­ terious plot to kidnap members of the African National Congres s caused me a moment's concern. The whole story was such manifest non­ sense that there was no chance of anyone


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Hon. David Waddington


believing a word of it. I live a very quiet life and I have to report


the usual scene, ring us up. We would rather have 99 false alarm calls made in good intent than learn afterwards that someone spotted the getaway vehi­ cle but did not give it much thought at the time and did not take its number.


vehicle apparently left abandoned. There might be a genuine reason . . . or the, chance th a t it is involved in a robbery.” He added: “I cannot


“The same goes for any


stress it enough. These criminals have to be mobile. Identifying the vehicle used can go a long way to detaining them.” He is urging the setting


Stepping out for Poppy


up of more Neighbourhood Watch schemes in the val­ ley. Clitheroe already has two, Wiswell one and Whalley four. “It is one of the best


Day — at 77


things these smaller com­ munities can do,” said Insp. Boothman. “It is a matter of caring for your neighbour and his prop­ erty and keeping your eyes open for things that do not seem quite right. If a Neighbourhood Watch scheme helps just one old person to sleep more soundly in bed at night, it is worthwhile.” If you feel your commu­


AT the age of 77, Clitheroe war veteran and Royal British Legion life member Tom Ingham is preparing to set out on his first sponsored walk for the Poppy Day appeal.


something for Poppy Day,” says Tom.


nity needs a Neighbour­ hood Watch scheme, get in touch with Insp. Booth- man at Clitheroe Police Station (Tel. 23818). He and his colleagues will help you set one up. F o r i t is in t he i r


interests as well. In some are a s of the country Neighbourhood Watch schemes have helped reduce crime by as much as 40 per cent, and in this day and age that is no mean achievement.


Final 800 act


ONE of the final acts of Clitheroc 800 year, a 12- month drama of fun, festivity and celebration, will be the unveiling of a commemorative plaque at the Castle Gate on Saturday at 11-30 a.m. Set into stone next to the seating area, the plaque


will be unveiled jointly by Ribbie Valley Mayor Coun. Les Nevett and Clitheroe Mayor Coun. James McGhie.


“I like walking and this will be the first t ime I have done


sponsored walk a f te r attending the Poppy Day Appeal concert in Clith- eroe’s Parish Church Hall last week.


p o r t e d a n d I r o a 11 y enjoyed it, so I said I would go for a long walk if they would sponsor it." On Monday Tom, a


“It was not too well sup­


bachelor, who served with the Royal Artillery as a g u n n e r in India and Burma, silenced his critics by completing the route before closing time at his local, downing two pints and returning home to make his dinner. He will be stepping out


again next Saturday and invites anyone wishing to sponsor him to do so by contacting Royal British Legion Club members. His route will take him


Club boosts cadets’ minibus appeal He decided to go on a / - • : ^


that, to the best.of my knowledge, I do not. know a single South African. I have never concerned myself with the affairs of the AtiC.-l do not associate with members of the security services, and It is many a long year since I was interviewed by the police. I am sorry to have to disappoint my con­ stituents, who, I am sure, feel it is about time


a little colour was brought Into the life of their member, but this lime I cannot oblige.


Shawbridge Street, Clith- eroe. and Simon Cunliffe (10), of Pinder Close. Waddington, have both been accepted for the N o r th e rn C a th e d ra l Singers. A f te r u n d e.r g o in g


Ribble Valley choristers. Ben Whitham (9). of St Helen's Church. Wad-


dington. where the boys sing, and continues the success its choir has enjoyed over recent years.


vigorous auditions con­ ducted by Mr John Cooke,


of the Royal School of Church Music, the boys will now be singing even­ song in cathedrals as far a p a r t as Bangor and Durham. It is a great honour for


Traders to lay on


Xmas fun


CLITHEROE traders are laying on the festive fun to brighten the dark winter n ig h ts leading up to Christmas. Late night shopping is


planned for December 17th and December 21st with traders opening until 9 p.m. The 21st will also be


‘Beat the Teacher’ spot


on TV


A FAMILIAR face from Ribblesdale School. Clith­ eroe, will appear on your TV screen at some point next week. Whether it will be the


youthful looks of Philip Allan (14) or the scholarly brow of head of maths Mr Chris Roberts remains to be seen. To find out you’ll have


Teacher.” The pair travelled down


the


Goodwill Night with sea­ sonal fare being offered to customers. All the main streets will


see a splash of colour with the lights turned on from December 1st. Musical entertainment


and a p p e a ra n c e s by Father Christmas are also planned.


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to London about a month ago with a horde of sup­ porters to be filmed for the series — but only one of them will appear , depending on whether the winner of the previous round was a teacher or a pupil. Any points won mean


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on the TV screen at about 5 p.m.,” he added. “I was straight on the phone to Phil to tell him. We were both highly delighted, of course, but we did not know at that point how much we had won.” Mr Korny took over the pub about two-and-a-half


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TWO Clitheroe business partners were celebrating a £46,000 pools win this week — thanks to mum. The men(who want to


keep th e i r id en t it ie s secret, never fill out their own coupon. Instead they leave it to one of their mothers. They gambled just 71p


each to win the £46,168.80 prize.


thanks to a generous gesture by Wellgate Social Club, The club held a special charity night in aid of the minibus appeal, with a'


.CLITHEROE Army Cadets are well on their way to buying a minibus —


raffle, bingo and musical entertainment, and made a splendid £400. Social Club treasurer Mr Harold Duckworth presented the money to Capt Ron Kellet, who handed it over to the parents’ committee, which set up the appeal last year. S/Sgt George Almond commented: “We arc very pleased with the amount


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raised. Everyone was generous and the musicians gave their sendees free. We now hope to buy our minibus by about Christmas.”


only finalist selected from the North of England, and obviously staff are very pr ou d o f t h e i r achievement. Short-listed establish­


m en ts w ere v is i te d annonymously. Incidentally, the Teddy


Bear's Picnic at the res­ taurant in August raised £200, which has been divided between the Scan' ner Appeal (£100), the NSPCC (£75) and Altham Ambulancemen’s Heart Start Appeal (£25).


The singing policeman


CLITHEROE police ser­ geant Stuart Caiey has landed a principal role in Preston Opera Company’s production of “Marta,” at the Guildhall Charter Theatre next week. Sgt- Caiey plays Lionel,


one of two farmers who fall in love with a lady and her maid, disguised as ser­ vant girls at Richmond Fair.


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