Clitheroe 22824 (Editorial), 22328 (Advertising). Burnley 22331 (Classified) IBurnley 22331 (Classified) ws from the Villages CHIPPING


Honour for textile expert


pleted a successful four- year term as the first-ever B rit ish p re s id e n t of CEMATEX has been appointed "President d’ Honneur." Mr Edward Gillespie


A FORMER Chipping man who has just com­


achievements as president of CEMATEX — the European Committee of Textile Manufacturers — was the responsibility for the I.T.M.A. exhibition in Paris in October last year, when more than 1,200 tex­ tile machinery companies exhibited. More than 160,000 people from all over the world visited the exhibition. Mr Smalley, formerly of


Smalley (65) is a compan­ ion member of the Textile Institute. One of h is many


Wolfen Mill House, Chip­ ping, now lives in the south of Spain.


Insurance agent


f retires


half-term rally was a very well attended affair, held at Crooklands Riding Centre, Goosnargh. It included an optional dres­ sage test judged by Mrs Joan Crook. Members were divided


Pony rally Chipping Pony Club’s


R ainford and Tanya Featherstone successfully gained certificates in a C+ test, held at Lower Bees- ley, Goosnargh, by per­ mission of Mr and Mrs David Blackburn. Candi­ dates were examined in riding and stable manage­ ment by Hilary Wakefield and Carol Parkinson. The club’s annual open


upsurge in members under nine, some of whom are are lead rein riders, and membership now totals 47. Joanne Taylor, Ann


Mrs Kath Mason (equita­ tion), Mrs Marion Syca-


annual Hunter Trials on June 25th, preceded by a p ra c t ic e n ig h t when instruction in eross-coun-


try riding will be given, Show esufts result


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AN insurance agent who has covered the Ribble Valley area for the past 31 years, Mr Joe Banks, has retired — having never had a day off for sickness in all that time. Mr Banks (60), of Peel


Street, Clitheroe, has made numerous friends among his many customers while working for CIS, formerly known as the Co­ op Insurance. In his last few weeks he


Downham. He and his wife, Joan, have a daugh­ ter,Jacqueline. In his spare time he enjoys caravanning.


received many cards and gifts from them to mark his retirement. Mr Banks was born in


LIBRARY CORNER


RECENT additions to the stock at Clitheroe Library include:


Seaton. A gripping novel about an author. Neil Cameron, who goes to France in order to research the life of Michele Armstrong, a war heroine, for a book he is writing.


Emma Drummond. A family story set in the Singapore of the 1920s. “The Rates of hell" — Stuart


flies” — James Birdsall. Auto* biography of three young broth­ ers evacuated to the countryside


“The hoys and the butter*


during the second world war. "God's cop" — Michnel


ventor NAPPIES


Prince. Biography of the con­ troversial Chief Constable of Greater Manchester, .lames Anderton.


SOFT TOY BOTTLE BEDDING COT


appliances are never illustrated.


ju s t the minimum of muscular energy.


wetter than wet winters like the one from which we have recently emerged.


J. F. V M '7 ’ '.r •■r* ■ r pav * ’A *-'


unknown he or she time and time again. Particularly in wet, wet,


lions, of women since that historic day, without even thinking about it, must h a v e b le s s e d th a t


could possibly have been a woman) who first moved out of a cave and built a home, should be festooned with medals, lavished with honours, a name to be written in letters of gold in the histories of human achievement. Thousands, nay mil­


The man (I suppose it


wonder who did invent them?” Probably someone quite unknown, unhon­ oured and unsung, in the dim and distant past, thus becoming one of the big­ gest benefactors of women the world has ever failed to recognise. How simple, how practical, how effi­ cient they are. Easy to manufacture and install, no electronic gadgetry, no maintenance costs, no electric power required;


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UNDERWEAR BATH TEETHERS PLAYPEN


“Some far elusive dawn" —


Search for these words in the grid We have circled the first one to help you.


1 A H C H S U P


o T T L E 1 A R p L A Y P E N R A T C O R B A 1 T E E T H E R S F S B O W T O E L R Y R M F B 1 Y A E H T A C P A D S T N 1 R P N S O A C O T A T Y E B B R U N


Tiebreaker (Complete the following sentence in no more tnan 15 words) shop at Boots because................................................................................................


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NAME ........ ADDRESS.


COMPETITION RULES


This competition is open to all residents in the UK except employees of The Boots Company PLC and its subsidiaries. By entering the competition all competitors will be deemed to have accepted and


agreed to be bound by the rules.


Entries to arrive at the store on an official entry form no later than July 2nd, 1988.


Responsibility will not be accepted for entries lost, delayed or mislaid or damaged In the post, or offered for delivery insuffi­ ciently stamped. Proof of posting will not be accepted as proof of delivery. Entries which are altered, illegible or not In accordance with the rules of entry requirements will be disqualified. All entries automatically become the property of The Boots Company PLC and cannot be returned.


3. The winner will be notified by post by July 4th, 1988.


BOOTS 15-19 CASTLE STREET, CLITHEROE


The prize will be awarded to the entrant who, in The opinion of the judges, circles the greatest number of words In the grid correctly and completes the tie breaker in the most apt and original way. The judges' decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The judges wilt be appointed by The Boots Company PLC.


£50 worth of Boots Gift Vouchers will be awarded to the winner. The two runners-up will each receive £25 worth of Boots Gift Vouchers.


Details of the wlnner/wlnnlng entry will be made available from the store on request after July 4th, 1988. Please send stamped addressed envelope.


Entries (or the competition to be POSTED or TAKEN to the address below.


GOOD LUCKII


(Little Miss Muffet), Emily Pot­ te r (Tuppa), Sarah Turner (Rosie). Equitation champion for the i Tayli


Forte Cup: Joanne Taylor. Working hunter pony: Junior


Forrester (Pineapple), Rosanna Sharpies (Jonty). Intermediate — Sally Hutchinson (Royal Prospect), Annabel Bowyer (Raffles), Lucy Whitwell (dik­ ing). Senior — Joanne Taylor (Pendle Prospect). Kate Inglis (Harbour Lignt), Ann Rainford (Minstrel). Lead rein — Donna Knowles


Equitation: Junior — Elizabeth Procter (riding Heather), Jane


jumping classes ranged from beginners’ events to the popular ‘‘Gamblers’ Stakes,” with good entries in all classes. The next event is the


more (working hunter), Mrs Mary Higham (family horse) and Mrs Mary Tow- neiy (handy pony). A full afternoon of


show was held on the new Chipping Showfield. Most classes were well sup­ ported and judges were


into four groups and received instruction from Mrs Ros Croft, Helen Wallbank, Kate Inglis and Mrs Billy Weld-Blundell, who instructed the junior members, the youngest being only four years old. The club now has an


—_ Rosanna Sharpies (Jonty), Richard Holden (Willownook Peggy). Intermediate — Sally Hutchinson (Royal Prospect), Claire Hargreaves (Barnaby Rudge), Lucy Whitwell (Vik­ ing). Senior — Ann Rainford (Minstrel), Catherine Dobson (Quick Decision), Pamela Till (Bamhouse Wizard). Working hunter champion for


and Pamela Till (Minstrel), Serena Cryer and Amber Cryer (Katy), Annabelle Bowyer and Leslie Atkins (Treacle). Handy pony: Lead rein <


the Kirkham Trophy: Ann Rainford. Family horse: Ann Rainford


Richard1 Hold


Muffet). Junior — Angela Cow- burn (Marcus), Sarah McNeil (Sugarpuff), Rebecca Payne (Sunset). Senior — Shirley Whi­ taker (Benjamin), Fiona Grant (Sorrel), Lucy Wilkinson (Little Miss Muffet). Jill Fitchett Trophy for Junior


Peggy), Emily Potter (Tuppa), ”


............................ Donna Knowles (Little Miss


Claire Hargreaves (Barnaby Rudge), Rniannon Jenkins (Freddie). 14.2hh — Joanne Taylor (Hurstead Mr Oak), Catherine Dobson (Flight), Claire Hargreaves (Barnaby Rudge). Over 14.2hh — Joanne Taylor


Cryer (Toby). 13.2hh - Grmdrod (Christopher 1


bel Bowyer (Raffles), Paul Grin- drod (Christopher Robin), Ann


Taylor


Rud ‘ge). ~ ul ~ toj>her Robin).


Pa


Claire Hargreaves "


Rainford (Minstrel). Gambler's Stakes: Joanne (Hurstead Mr Oak), (Barnaby ~ *


awarded to Joanne Taylor. Novelty games: Linda Helme


e P r io ry Trophy was


and Catherine Dobson.Joint 2nd Lucy Wilkinson and Catherine Pallister, Annabel Bowyer and Leslie Atkins.


Grindrod (Chris-


Sunderland (Dapper Dan), Les­ lie Atkins (Treacle), Amber — Paul Robin),


Handy Pony Champion: Angela Cowbum. Jumping: 12.2hh — Edward


den (Willownook


committee member. At short notice Mr Jack


Royal jewels


favourite piece of jewel­ lery was won by Miss Joyce Blandford, Miss Elizabeth Britcliffe and Mrs Smith. Mrs S. Sharpies, of Wis-


tion making up “ the Queen’s jewellery” was the subject of a talk given to Sabden WI by Mrs Smith. The competition for a


well WI, gave her report as delegate to the ACM in London. Tea hostesses were Mrs Newman, Mrs Cooke and Mrs Wilson. A special word of praise


The impressive collec­


Tagg stepped in to give an excellent record show to an appreciative audience. He was thanked by Mr Malcolm Dyer. . Raffle prizes donated by


MARTIN TOP Prayer


Mrs Elsie Jackson were won by Miss Evelyn Pre­ scott and Mrs Lizzie Whal- ley. S e v e r a l m em b e r s


attended a concert at Colne Hippodrome by the Linden Singers. The July 20th luncheon


in St Mary’s Hall, at 12-30 p.m., will be followed by a bring-and-buy sale.


THORNLEY


went to the flower experts who were kept busy mak­ ing six birthday arrange­ ments.


(Pendle Prospect). Rachel Muter (Fun Boy), Rachel Hut­ chinson (Diccon). Open — Anna-


den youngsters through­ out Saturday, when the Holme Committee holds its first fun day of the year, all free.


Fun day Fun is in store for Sab­


Winning hands


Monday drive, domino winners were: Mrs D. Bass, Mrs I. Metcalfe, Mrs L. Knowles and Mrs P. Whittaker. Whist: Ladies — Mrs I. Flannagan. Gents — Mrs J. Swannick. Raffle: Mrs C. Sefton. Thursday’s domino win­


At Sabden Over 60s Anniversary


G. Hartley. The collection amounted to £200. A spokesman for the church said that the service had been very enjoyable and the weather perfect.


gregation for the anniver­ sary service at West Brad­ ford Methodist Church on Sunday afternoon, when the preacher was the Rev. Alan Fisher, minister of C e n t r a l M e th o d is t Church, Morecambe, and special music was provided by the Christelles Girls Choir, also of Morecambe. The organist was Mr D.


There was a large con­


Whittaker, Mrs N. Har­ greaves and Mrs I. Met­ calfe. Whist: Ladies — Mrs E. Hutchinson, Mrs M. Moorhouse. Gents — Mr G. Holden, Mrs G. Walmsley. Raffle: Mrs J. Swannick.


ners were: Miss A. Alston, Mr P. Smith, Mrs P.


village walking group for local walks and anyone interested can give their names to Mr Fred Cottam, Mr Jack Britcliffe or any


agreed to accept the presi­ dency of Sabden’s newly- formed Leisure Club. Members are to be allowed to bring guests to the monthly luncheons, at a cost of £1, providing advance notice is given. It is planned to form a


Walking group Mr Keith Newmark has


Egged on


back to the Bronze Age and one p a r t i c u l a r decorated egg was sold for £127,000. Mrs Mary Ward gave the vote of thanks. The competition for the


from quail to ostrich, were transformed into clocks, lamps, decorative and hinged jewellery boxes and even a cake decoration containing a bridal couple. Egging can be traced


She explained how eggs,


cover the subject of quilt­ ing.


SLAIDBURN Trip out


ents and staff of Bren- nand’s Endowed School, Slaidburn, went on the school outing to Houlker Hall, Cumbria, where they had a guided tour round the hall and visited the Lakeland Motor Museum and a d v e n tu re p lay ­ ground. They also had a picnic lunch. They then went on to


Nearly 30 pupils, par­


Haverthwaite Railway Station as far as Lakeside and caught a ferry to Bow- ness.


funniest joke from a news­ paper was won by Mrs A. Roper, with Mrs I. Airey second. A buffet supper was enjoyed. The July meeting will


f a s c in a t in g s u b je c t described at Thornley- with-Wheatley WI by Mrs Singleton, of Whalley. She


“ E g g in g ” was th e


took place on Sunday at Salem Congregational Chapel, Martin Top. The Rev. Hugh Clark, of Gis- burn, led the afternoon service and spoke about “Prayer." Mr Clark also sang two songs, accompanying him­


Anniversary services


self on the guitar. The evening service was


Church, and their parents and friends. Their minis­ ter, the Rev. Alan Fisher, who conducted the ser­ vice, posed the question, “What is God like?” Michael Smith and Carol


attended by the Crystelles girls’ choir, of Morecambe Central


Methodist


pipped the team into second place, when the points were added to the senior section, Hyndburn and Ribble Valley came out top overall to win the championship shield.


and third. Although Lancaster


a barbecue and disco organised by Read Scout and Guide parents’ com­ mittee in the CE School on Saturday. Steve Todd, Philip Webster, Peter Cocker and Philip Wilde were thanked for doing the honours as chefs. The disco, with plenty of


Eating out Over 100 people enjoyed


sixties’ records, provided much appreciated nostal­ gia and the sum of £240 was raised for group funds.


Sherry read the lessons and Mrs Fisher spoke about her experiences in Ireland. The 19-strong choir was


very much appreciated, singing a variety of Gospel songs. The conductor was Mr James Wilson and Mr Clifford O’Keefe was the pianist. The organist for the day was Mrs Frances Oliver.


the usual games and com- p e t i t io n s will be an attempt to see how many Cubs and Scouts can fit inside an ambulance. This will be organised together with the Laneam Life Aid Appeal.


All the aces


Read Constitutional Club, whist winners were: Ladies — Mrs A. Cunliffe, Mrs D. Birch. Gents — Mr G. A. Holden, Mr F. Riley. Mrs T. Law won the special prize and MC was Mr L. Grime.


At the whist drive in Brothers win


and Barnaby Thompson were in the winning Hynd-


Read brothers Gregory


burn and Ribble Valley team which won the Lan­ cashire Schools’ swimming championship, held at Padiham pool. The boys, who attend


Read CE School, were in the primary school squad, with Gregory (ID winning the individual medley and Barnaby (10) gaining 4th place in the 50m back- stroke. Both were in the medley and freestyle relay teams which came second


No waste


there will be no waste paper collection in July, the next being on August 6th.


Owing to the holidays WADDINGTON


party, of Barnoldswick and Earby, showed their versatility by entertaining Waddington WI with songs including “Summer­ time” from “Porgy and Bess” and “Memories” from “Cats,” as well as a selection from Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. Mrs Jean Oldroyd expressed members’ thanks. Link delegate Mrs A.


Versatility “The Versatiles” concert


Fox, of Bashall Eaves WI, gave her report of the


^GM i!? k°,nt on 2,nt* P! e,s.1_ roundin °g; ths when it joined dent Mrs Jean Entwistle


. , Mrs


Je a n F .n tw s


Mrs Margaret Wiggles- worth by the morning of July 22nd.


July 12th, will be held in a different setting, at Wad- dow Hall. Tea hostesses will be Mrs M. Boucher, Mrs S. Baron, Miss E. Bishop, Mrs H. Carnie, Mrs D. Clayton and Mrs S. Cowgill.


WIN £ 5 0 WORTH OF BOOTS GIFT VOUCHERS


IN OUR FREE TO ENTER COMPETITION Plus Two Runner-Up Prizes of £25 Worth of Boots Gift Vouchers


All you have to do the enter our competition is circle the words listed below horizontally, vertically, diagonally or reversed in the grid, plus answer the tie breaker in no more than 15 words.


founding of the parish of July 7th at 6-30 p.m. for a Waddington, St Helen’s gardentrip. Church choir gave a recital of music on Saturday night, directed by Mrs Jean Hartley. Her hus­ band, Donald, was the organist. The church had been


celebrations to mark the 550th anniversary of the


Produce evening will be held at Sawley Lodge on August 19th, at 7-30 p.m. Members are asked to help.


A Pimms, Pizza and


decorated with the work of pupils of Waddington and West Bradford CE School, illustrating outstanding episodes in the history of the past five and a half centuries. A Eucharist of thanks­


the celebrant, a lesson was read by the patron of the living, Mr Christopher Parker, and Mr Hartley was the organist.


and anthems with descants specially composed for the occasion by musical direc­ tor Mrs Jean Hartley were sung. Canon Goodchild was


liffe led the choir in pro­ cession round the church


giving was held on Sun­ day, when the preacher was the Rev Brian Cave, Vicar of Mitton, from which the parish was formed. Crucifer Jonathan Cun­


Celebrations As part of the weekend


The' next meeting, on


reminded members that entry forms for the Clith­ eroe WI Show must reach


We st Marton


hand for the annual sum­ mer fair organised jointly by Read’s Cricket Club and Football Club, to be held on August 14th. An additional event to


In for a squash Preparations are well in


K BH H H B BSB k I Congratulated


Ii E H 3 3 E S H


WI were entertained- by one of their members, Mrs Barbara Charlson, who gave a talk entitled “My favourite things.” Mrs K. Jarvis was con­


Billington and Langho


gratulated on becoming chairman of Billington and Langho Parish Council. Mrs Dorothy Philips


gave a report on her trip to London as delegate to the AGM. P r e s id e n t Mrs B.


accompanied the children’s s in g in g . C o llectio n s amounted to £205.


Winning spots


drive at the Ribblesdale Club, Chatburn, were Mrs A. Palmer and Mrs D. Grosvenor. Tea hostesses were Mrs I. Townson and Mrs E. Campbell.


Winners at the domino TOSSIDE . Over £900


Kramrisch reminded mem­ bers to return all entry forms by next month for inclusion in the Clitheroe area WI show. Details were given of the Lanca­ shire Federation weekend at Hoghton Tower on August 13th and 14th. Birthday flowers were


presented to Mrs Davies and Mrs K. Illingworth won the raffle.


owners competed and the event is expected to raise over £1,500 towards the RSPCA animal shelter at Altham.


Poetry


Church Ladies’ Social Hour, Billington, wel­ comed Mrs K. L. Marsh, who spoke about Psalm 108 and recited extracts of her own poetry. A vote of thanks was


Ebenezer Bap tis t


given by Mrs L. Grierson and Miss M. Key played the organ, followed by tea and cakes. Next week, members


Marie Robinson, of Calder Avenue, along with her two greyhounds Susie and Lemmy, won the trophy and ribbons at Wilpshire Charity Dog Walk. Over 50 dogs and their


Dog walk winner Billington girl Ann


Saturday in aid of the building repair fund for Tosside Church raised over £900, with more money still to come. Peo­ ple generously gave gifts for sale and many turned up to make bids.


An auction sale on 21 tables


a whist and domino drive in Tosside Village Insti­ tute. MCs were S. Hogg and J. Tomlinson. W i n n e r s w e r e : P .


There were 21 tables for


Greenwood, N. Pullen, J. Whittaker, E. Clark, T. Cornthwaite, M. Jackson, R. Brown, D. Knowles, J. Oddie, P. Metcalfe, E. Seedall, J. Tomlinson, F. L o f t h o u s e a n d E. Thornber. Raffle winners were P.


S A L E


Metcalfe, J . Sager, E. Morphet, E. Swales and N. Fox.


are to be sited on White- halgh Lane, Langho, near the junction of Midfield and Moorland Road. Some residents have objected, but Lancashire County Council has said that the siting will be in the correct place.


More light Three new lamp-posts


can enjoy favourite hymns and readings.


RIMINGTON


meeting in different sur- forces


Different view Sawley WI enjoyed a


welcomed the Sawley party. The speaker was Mrs Taylor, a volunteer from the National Trust, who showed slides of some of the houses, land and gardens it owns. Mrs J. Porter, the Saw­


WI, a Yorkshire institute. Members enjoyed hearing of another WI’s business and events. President Jane Holmes


ley president, thanked the West Marton members for their hospitality. Sawley members are


asked to meet at the school tonight at 6-30 p.m. for a mystery walk and on


Committee has organised a barbecue to take place on the Coulthurst Jubilee Playing Fields at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are £3- 50 from Mrs B. Downing.


Barbecue Rimington Recreation


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BEGINNING This June


the scholars, in costume, portrayed episodes in the life of John Wesley, with Mrs Doris Giles as narra­ tor. The part of John Wes­ ley as a boy was taken by Russell Jackson and John Wesley as a man by Ian Porter.


sary services at Chatburn Methodist Church were conducted by Mr Malcolm Brewer, of Clitheroe. At the morning service,


ab le as p a r t of th e National Health Service. She was thanked by Mrs


Mrs Mabel Evans sang, 0f Christ Church, Chat- accompanied by Mrs Ethel burn, took part. A hymn Oldcorn on the piano. Mrs was sung outside the Amy Kenyon provided a church at the close of each quiz and president Mrs service. Jean Ratcliffe thanked Mr Clifford Johnson was everyone.


in the chair and welcomed visitors from Copster Green WI. After refreshments,


Mary Lawson. Mrs Helen Ormod was


organist for the day and


the help of cosmetics, she treats people with bad facial or body scars. By matching skin tones, she fades out unsightly scars and helps people to live a more enjoyable life. The treatment is avail­


camouflage was given to members of Clayton-le- Dale WI by Mrs Hamer. She explained how, with


Cosmetic aid An insight into cosmetic conversion.


Samuel Wesley and Naomi Kennedy was Susanna Wesley. Others taking part were Zoe Alker, Kim Boyer, Christopher and Katie Mercer, Stephen and Kim Townson, Helen Battersby, Kathryn and Gillian Wilkinson, Sarah Tupling and Matthew Jackson. Mr Brewer gave a short


playe


address summarising the story of John Wesley’s


vice, choruses were sung, accompanied by Philip Wilkinson on the organ and Peter Tupling on the drums. Mr Brewer preached on


“John Wesley and the foundation blocks on which he built the church" and scholars sang “Trust and obey." The Vicar and members


wa s s e r v e d in t h e schoolroom and a large iced cake inscribed “John Wesley, 1738-1988” was cut by Gillian Wilkinson and distributed among the congregation. Prior to the evening ser­


After the service, tea


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