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brance Sunday service at St John’s Church, when representatives of various village clubs and organisa tions laid poppy wreaths at the war memorial. The uniformed branches
Guard of honour Read held its Remem
11s. After an excellent game, Ribble won 3-1. Goalscorers were Michael Dalby (2) and Roger Haythornthwaite, who was also man-of-the- match.
DUNSOP BRIDGE
of the village paraded th e ir s ta n d a rd s and formed a guard of honour. Standards were carried by Steven Wilde (Union flag), Rachael Pickering (Ven tu re ) , S tu a r t Taylor (Scout), Jennifer Lane (Guide), Robert Yates (Ribble), Peter Firth (Calder), Lindsay Atkin son and Emma McColm (Brownies). The processional cross
was carried by chorister Michael Reid and the ser vice was conducted by the Rev. Alan Reid.
ious markets along the way. The trip was 2,000 miles long and included a flight to see the sun rise over Mount Everest and visits to a national park to see crocodiles and working elephants. . A farewell presentation was made to Mr and Mrs Nevard.
played Commanche in the Burnley District Cub Football League on Satur day. The team played well, putting together their best performance of the year and winning 9-0. Goalscorers were: Andrew Lambert (3), Peter Firth (2), Gavin Yeoman and man-of-the-match Rob Thomas (3). .Ribble Cub Scouts did
Best performance Calder Cub Scouts
not have a league match but a f riendly game against Michelin under
talk on their journey to India, when they were in a party of 18 who flew out to Delhi and boarded a dou ble-decker bus, which was their home while travel ling hundreds of miles over rough terrain. Food was bought at var
Read Friendly Circle were the Rev. and Mrs D. Nevard, who recently left the area to live in Surrey. They gave an illustrated
Bus across India Special speakers at
report on the autumn council meeting. She was thanked by Mrs M. Cowk- ing. Draw winner was Mrs A. Marsden. Members had enjoyed
apple pie and cream was served by the outgoing committee members.
J. Birkett, Mr A. Shalton, Mrs R. Cross, Bob Fair clough, Mr Bob Woods, Mrs A. Marsden, Mrs M. Pye and Mr P. Cowking. A Christmas dance will be held on December 9th.
Hall Committee held a “Come Dancing” night on Saturday. Bob Fairclough played for dancing and committee members served plated suppers. Prizewinners were: Mrs
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Mrs J. Carr (president), Mrs M. Cowking and Mrs M. Porter (vice-presi dents), Mrs M. Pinder (secretary), Mrs S. Mason (treasurer), Mrs M. Porter (programme secretary), Mrs A. Marsden (competi tion secretary), Mrs L. Leedham (friendship secretary), Mrs M. Pye (Press secretary), Mrs M. Cowking and Mrs M. Beattie (outings secre taries). A supper of hot-pot and
their 42nd annual dinner at the Coach and Horses Hotel, Bolton-by-Bow- land, and thanks were expressed to helpers at a successful whist and domino drive. Officers elected were:
read from Mrs. K. Met calfe for condolences and from Muscular Dystrophy and Myosthemia Funds for donations. Mrs K. Bond gave a
of Dunsop Bridge WI, birthday greetings went to Mrs M. Porter, who also won the Mrs Popplewell Memorial Goblet for most points in the monthly com petitions. VCO was Mrs Uden, of Greenmount WI, Bury. Thank you letters were
Awarded goblet At the annual meeting
RIMINGTON
Children’s Sports Commit tee held its annual whist and domino drive in the Memorial Institute, where everyone enjoyed a potato pie supper served by com mittee members. Prizes were presented
Potato pie Rimington and Middop
Cole, Mrs F. Simpson, Mrs A. Jackson. Gents — Mr W. Knowles, Mr I. B. Whittaker, Mr W. Ing- leby. Dominoes: Adults —
by Mrs D. Eccles and MCs were Mr A. Eccles and Mr D. Seed. Proceeds will go towards the children’s sports day. Whist: Ladies — Mrs A.
worth, Mr R. Hartley, Mrs M. Bairstow, Mr H. Jackson, Mrs D. Eccles.
Mrs M. Pye, Mrs C. Hud son, Mr C. Riley, Mrs E. Hartley, Mr It. Eden. Children — Emma Beau mont, Louise Metcalfe, Keith Metcalfe. Raffle: Mrs V. Duck
accompanied the hymns on the piano and the collec tion for the Earl Haig fund was taken up by Brownies Merrill Hughes and Caro line Wigan.
fire, organised by the Recreation Committee, and postponed from Satur day, was well worth wait ing for! A roaring blaze, fireworks and a Jacob’s join of bonfire goodies all added up to a thoroughly enjoyable evening for the large crowd of onlookers down at the Coulthurst Jubilee Field.
Alpines Rimington and District
Gardening Club will meet at the Festival Hall, Gis- burn, on Tuesday, when the su b je c t will be “Alpines.”
Value for money “Get your money’s
. at their annual meeting. Mrs B. King was wel
worth from the WI” was the message given to Rimington members by VCO Mrs Jean Entwistle
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protest to the Ribble Val ley Council concerning the killing off of village road side vegetation, the coun cil has stated that it will not use weed sprays again. President Miss Mary
comed as a new member and Mrs A. Peacock read birthday greetings. A let ter from the co-workers of M o th e r T e r e s a a t Broughton Hall, near Skipton,thanked the insti tute for the garments and little knitted dolls recently donated. In reply to a letter of
Mrs Audrey Peacock (WI) and Mr Isaac Whitaker (Men’s Club). A wreath of poppies was placed on the memorial plaques by Mr Stuart McPherson, who also read the roll of hon our, and two minutes’ silence was observed. Mrs Ethel Hartley
la g e r s g a th e re d at Rimington Memorial Insti tute for the annual act of Remembrance. Mr Robin Clark, of West Bradford, led the service, taking as the theme for his address that death is not an end ing, but the prelude to a new and fuller life with God. Lessons were read by
Not an ending A large number of vil
29th and the annual carol concert will take place in the Memorial Institute on December 19th. Mrs F. Jackson reported on the recent LFWI autumn council meeting. Mrs Jackson received
trip to Chester has been arranged for November
thanked the officials and committee for their hard work and Miss Bairstow thanked the tellers, Mr A. Stott and Mrs B. Lund. Mrs Entwistle was pre sented with a miniature basket of flowers which concealed a china thimble decorated with the hymn tune of “Rimington.”
WEST BRADFORD
Rushworth, of West Brad ford WI, chaired her first meeting and introduced two visitors and guest speaker Supt. Wynne Dar win. Supt Darwin related her
Police officer New president Mrs Pat
Worth waiting for Rimington village bon
ley gave a report on the autumn council meeting of the LFWI and Mrs Town- son explained how she had been tackling the problem of the dirty tap water in the village, telling mem bers that she was planning a public meeting. The competition was
experiences with the Lan cashire Constabulary, some exciting, others amusing, some sad, but all part of the life of a police officer. Miss Margaret Bottom-
Mrs E. Hartley (trea surer) and Mrs Jackson (secretary) and Miss Bair stow spoke of the year’s efforts and achievements. The three were re-elected. Other officers are: Mrs A. Peacock and Mrs D. Ringham (vice-presi dents), Mrs J . Hyde (assistant secretary) and Mrs M. Watson (assistant treasurer). Mrs E. Robinson
the Brennan Cup for most points in the competitions. Founder member Mrs Entwistle cut the birthday cake, baked by Miss Bair stow and iced by Mrs C. Knowles with motifs depicting the year’s activi ties. Reports were given by
Bairstow announced that Rimington WI had been. runners-up in the “No lit ter in Lancs — thanks” campaign organised by the LFWI. The prize was a £10 voucher to buy a tree to plant. A Christmas shopping
SABDEN
den over 60s Monday drive were: Mrs J. Burrows, Mr R. Ford, Mr R. Eden, Mr G. Barker. Whist: Ladies — Mrs M. Wade. Gents — Mrs N. Dixon. Raffle: Mr C. Webster. Thursday’s domino win
Tricks and spots Domino winners at Sab-
ners were: Mrs I. Hodg son, Mr J. Traynor, Mrs J. Riley and Mrs I. Metcalfe. Whist: Ladies — Mrs Marsden and Mrs M. Wade (joint). Gents — Mr G. Holden and Mrs B. Brennan (joint). Raffle: Mr Holden. '
fund-raising committee is stepping up its efforts in an attempt to raise £4,000 before Christmas. It is keen to hear from anyone who can help, either by holding a sponsored event or with ideas for fund-rais ing. “We really need more
Target set Sabden Bowling Club’s
committee is planning to hold a race night. The recent jumble sale was very successful, raising £108.
School PTA is holding a prize bingo evening with hot supper on November 23rd, from 7-30 to 9-30 p.m., in aid of school funds. Children over 10 are welcome if accompan ied by an adult.
For school Sabden County Primary
won by Mrs Frances Sin gleton and Mrs Rush- worth. Arrangements were made for refresh
ments at the Christmas party on December 5th, when members of the Bright Hour, Mothers’ Union and Mothers and Toddlers Group are to be invited. Tea and biscuits were
served by Mrs Peggy Mackenzie, Mrs Kay and Mrs Dilys Smith.
invited to the WI Christ mas party at St Cath erine’s Sunday School on December 5th.
WISWELL
of Wiswell WI, president Mrs Hacking looked back over a very happy and interesting year of talks and events, including the 40th birthday celebra tions. She hoped there would be an increase of members in the coming year. . Mrs Gorner reported on
Happy year At the annual meeting
a short service, with Mrs Margaret Sleath accom panying the hymns. The committee served tea and biscuits. Members have been
before further damage is done. Mr Halls also conducted
marvel at the wonders of the universe and all God’s creatures, reflecting also on the harm that is being caused on this earth by air and water pollution and the tragedy of cutting down the rain forests. Everyone should try to look af te r the earth,
from the book of Genesis, the Rev. Graeme Halls, of Chatburn, gave a topical talk to members of West Bradford Ladies’ Bright Hour. He said people should
Topical After reading a passage
Mary’s RC P rim a ry School, S ab d en , on Wednesday, when teams of adults and children will come together to pit their wits. I t begins at 7-30 p.m. in St Mary’s Hall and is a “ bring your own drinks” evening. Pop and crisps will be available for the children.
Quiz night I t’s quiz night for St
coffee morning was a great success, raising £200 for the over 70s Christmas p arc els . Councillors served home-made mince pies and coffee and there were bric-a-brac and cake stalls and a tombola. Peo ple who are over 70 and believe they are not on the list should give their names to a councillor.
Mince pies Sabden Parish Council’s
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speaker, Col. W. M. S. Jeffrey, who was accom panied by his wife. He spoke about his long career in the Army, serv ing in the Western desert, his experiences during the war, both good and bad, and the sense of comrade ship. He was sure the youth of today would respond to duty like their grandfathers and fathers if n e c e s s a ry . He was thanked by Coun. E. Edmondson. Mr- Parkinson reported
ton branch of the Royal British Legion, Mr J. Par kinson, thanked the com mittee for their hard work and dedication to the branch at the AGM, held at the Lower Buck Inn, Waddington. He introduced the guest
Dedication Chairman of Wadding-
the autumn council .meet ing, when the resolution concerning chloride-free products was carried unopposed. The speaker was Mr Henry Sandam, of the “ Antiques Road Show.” Birthday greetings were
on the sound financial position of the branch and appealed to members to attend all' meetings and take a more active part. He also stated it was essential to encourage younger members to attend. Thanks were expressed to Mrs Brown and her staff for their hospitality. Officers elected were:
there will be a sherry and mince pie afternoon in St Mary’s Hall, from 2 to 5 p.m., when Father Christ- mas w i l l make an appearance. There will be a tombola, games, cake stall and raffle. In the New Year, the
include Saturday’s dance and hoe-down to the popu lar Blackthorn Band, in St Mary’s Hall, at 7-30 p.m., with a hot-pot supper. Cowboy dress is optional and tickets are £5. On November 25th,
help and support and would be grateful to hear from anyone,” said Mrs Anita Whalley. Forthcoming activities
Jackson, Mr L. Norris, Mr G. Titley, Mr A. Tittering- ton, Mr A. Walker, Mr H. Wood, Mrs M. Crompton, Mrs M. Hayton, Mrs A. Parkinson and Mrs P. Walker.
were welcomed to Wad dington Leisure Club’s monthly lunch by Mrs Joan Parkinson. The mem bership of 83 senior citi zens has more than dou bled in 12 months. After a lunch of bangers
Security tips Three new members
and mash, Crime Preven tion Officer PC Gordon Purves, assisted by Mr Brian Cardwell, an admin istrator in community affairs for the Neighbour hood Watch Scheme, showed two videos, alert ing members to the bogus caller and con men. PC Purves also gave
CHATBURN
Christ Church Vicarage, Chatburn, on Thursday, raised £37 for the Church Urban Fund.
Coffee cups A coffee morning held at
service at Christ Churcli, C h a tb u rn , was well attended by parishioners and friends. Lessons were read by the Rev. W. F. Jenkins and lay reader Miss Carol Walker led the prayers. The vicar, the Rev. W.
Freedoms The. Remembrance Day
joining in and enjoying themselves.
mented on her embroi dered panel. Mrs L. Wil kinson gave a resume of her visit to the autumn council meeting and Mrs E. Holden entertained with a funny story about her recent experiences of the railway.
game of bingo and names were taken for the com-1 mittec. They were then reminded about the hot pot supper and Christmas gifts for the next meeting.
Members enjoyed a
free raffle was Mrs L. T. Whittaker. The Leisure Club is holding a coffee morning with cake stall in the M e th o d is t C h u rch schoolroom today, from 10 a.m. to noon. Proceeds are in aid of chapel funds. Gifts of cakes will be gratefully received and everyone is welcome to attend, irrespective of age.
SLAIDBURN
Mrs E. Haslewood, Miss M. Weisters, Mrs M. Parker, Mrs E. Edgar, Mrs M. Bamford, Mrs A. Swindlehurst, Mrs M. Parry and Miss J. Robin son. Winners of the trea sure hunt and “guess the contents of the tins,” were Mrs M. Parry and Mrs D. Leeming.
Newton Hall, home of Mr and Mrs J. Weisters, raised £184 for Slaidburn WI funds. Raffle winners were
meeting, parents were invited to look at a selec tion of Christmas toys provided by J. Cowgill and Son, which were on dis play in the school hall. The next meeting will
be on January 18th, when new head teacher Mrs Barbara Milne-Redhead will meet parents and friends.
YFC met in the village hall for an illustrated talk by Mr Mildenhall on the Children’s Society. He was thanked by David Harri son. Manor House Farm was
Beefburgers Members of Slaidburn
Friends of Slaidburn School, officers elected were: Mrs A. Dixon (chair man), Mrs E. Lewis (trea surer). Mrs J. McNamee was re-elected secretary. After a short business
New officers At the AGM of the
advice on security for the home and its contents and various informative leaf lets were distributed. Winner of the monthly
wreaths were laid at the war memorial by Mr Arthur Farnell, repre senting Christ Church, and Mr Tom Hudson, of the Methodist Church.
dale Club, Chatburn, enjoyed an afternoon play ing dominoes and chatting. Tea hostesses were Mrs A. Titterington, Mrs M. Ridgway and Mrs E. Campbell. Today is the AGM and a
Club’s AGM Members of the Ribbles-
good a t te n d a n c e is requested.
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Church Women’s Fellow ship, Miss Gladys Parkin son spoke about a recent holiday in California. Mrs Doris Giles presided and the pianist was Mrs Ruth Hudson.
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Drain, who gave the address, spoke of the polit ical freedoms we now enjoy being won at great cost on the field of battle. Spiritual freedoms, how ever, were won at greater cost through the death of Christ, he said. Following the service,
Mrs H. Greenhalgh, Mrs E. Cross, Mrs M. Whal ley.
Green Over 60s drive were: Ladies — Mrs M. Brown, Mrs D. Bolton. Gents — Mr J. Peel, Mrs D. Knowles. Dominoes: Mr J. Kay,
Over 60s Whist winners at Hurst
Raffle: Mrs C. Holden. • continued on page 16
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in the village hall at 7-45 p.m., there will be a talk by Mrs Derbyshire.
LANGHO
as a Scout stood before the memorial in St Leonard’s Church on Remembrance Sunday morning. As the two minutes silence began, he read out the names of those from the villages of Billington and Langho who had fallen in the second world war and then another Scout recited the famous words by Laurence Binyon: "They shall grow not old. . . ” The preacher at the well-attended service was the Rev. B. Tequin Jones and the organist was Mr James Slater.
Moving moment It was a moving moment
BASHALLEAVES
Birthday buffet More than 50 members
sent to Mrs Cooke, Mrs Veevers and Mrs Gorner. Mrs Fenlon shared her birthday cake with mem bers, Who drank to her good health. Mrs Hacking was re
elected president, Mrs Gladwin was elected secretary and Mrs Smith treasurer.
Mr R. Hayton (president), Coun. E. Edmondson and Mr E. Wilkinson (vice- presidents), Mr J. Parkin son (chairman and Press officer), Mr H. Kay (vice- chairman and treasurer), Mr H. D. Ramsbottom (secretary), Mr J. Chew (conference delegate), Mr L. Norris (poppy organ iser), Mr A. Moorhouse (standard bearer), Mr J. Jackson (deputy standard bearer), Coun. and Mrs E. Edmondson (sick visitors).
Bradshaw, Mr G. L. Bran don, Mr J. Chew, Mr J.
Committee: Mr T. C.
and friends of Bashall Eaves WI met in the vil lage hall to celebrate their 48th birthday. They were then taken on safari to Kenya with a delightful film show by Mr F. Barnes. A buffet supper was
Mrs E. Spurgeon and Mrs R. Wood were won by Mrs J. Spurgeon and Mrs J. Hacking. Members were reminded about the cater ing for the village hall Christmas market on Sun day.
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