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THE funeral of Clithcroc’s most famous theatrical son laltes place tomorrow, bringing down the cur­ tain on a career which took root at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School and blossomed into acclaim as an actor with a deserved role at the pinnacle of his profession. The famous son was, of course, John Stratton. Mr Stratton’s was one of those acting names


John Stratton in earlier days


which might not have been immediately recognis­ able — but his face certainly was.


He was, undoubtedly, a fine actor.


human being, a quiet, unassuming man who was — to quote cinema manageress Miss Rarbara Cullen — “never a person for shouting the odds about his success.”


Perhaps more importantly, he was also a fine


justified in doing so, such was the breadth of his theatrical span — from films like “The Cruel Sea”


Having said that, Mr Stratton would have been THE GREAT FLUORIDE DEBATE


Ribble V alley says ‘n o ’


Our poll knocks health authority claim for six For and against fluoridation


RIBBLE VALLEY residents have poured cold water on claims this week by the North Western Regional Health Authority that 72% of people in the Ribble Valley and Black­ burn tnink fluoride should be added to the


independent survey conducted among 2,000 adults in the North West, yet a similar survey, conducted by the “Clitheroe Advertiser and . Times” exclusively in the UY • • • Ribble Valley, came up ” '“ “ “ “


water. The authority says its findings are based on an


with just the opposite eon- Theresa Robson elusion: the vast majority


Agains t : Mrs Joan Hodges, of Kendal Street, Clitheroe


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Against: Mrs Sandra Brooks, of Bcechwood Avenue, Clitheroe


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Against: Mr Geoff Cox, o f S a 11 h i 11 Road, Clithcroc


Against: Mrs Margaret Puslelnik, of Huyhurst Street, Clithcroc


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revealed that 68 out of 100 people questioned are actually against fluoridation. A further 22 said they were in favour of fluorida­


of local people DO NOT want fluoridation. Our opinion poll in Clitheroe centre on Tuesday


of freedom of choice, with one man attacking fluori­ dation as “anti-democratic mass medication.” Mrs Sandra Brooks, of Beechwood Avenue, Clith­


tion, with 10 saying they had not yet decided or did not know. By far the most common objection was the question


eroe, said: “My children have perfect teeth. It is up to the parent to look after their children’s teeth. I am definitely against fluoridation.” Beverley Parker, of Brotherton Meadows, said: “I


Against: Miss Georgina Bradley, of Turner Street, Clitheroe


For: Mrs Kath Dins- da l e , of Princess Avenue, Clithcroc


don’t want my two-year-old son drinking water that lias additives in it. If I want him to have fluoride I will go and buy him some toothpaste with fluoride in it!” Mrs Valerie Trimby, of Grindleton, also expressed the parent’s right to choose. She said: “If people need


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Blacksmith is lighting way for Europe


A BEACON which will symbolise the new Europe to the world is set to be made at Trapp Forge, Simonstone.


the Prime Minister at the Barbican in London next July. . . one of 12 which will blaze in all EC capitals as a symbolic coming together of all the member states. It will have a permanent


The beacon will be lit by


home in one of the most famous places in Britain and be seen by millions of tourists over the years. Next year will be an his­


, beacons will blaze across the Continent, ushering in what is hoped will be a golden era of peace and unparalleled freedom. Ron (74) and Sheila


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will be on next July’s dedi­ cation, so we have to get it right,” said Mr Carter. The project has been a


weighing nearly a tonne, will present the onlooker with a breathtaking sym­ bol of the vision, unity, freedom and strength of the new Europe. “The eyes of the world


crown symbolising the monarchy, with the flame illuminating it. Around the sides will be carefully- worked edgings repre­ senting EC members. The finished beacon,


beacon will stand on four legs and include some beaut i ful ly int r icate designs in iron, such as the Tudor rose of England, the shamrock of Ireland, the Welsh dragon and the fleur-de-lis. On top will sit a giant


Carter, who run Trapp Forge, have submitted their design for what will become a national symbol and for Ron it will be his most ambitious project in more than 30 years as a blacksmith. The 20ft high gas-lit


toric one in Europe. Bar­ riers between member states are coming down and hundreds of smaller


Mayor of London, a delica­ tely-worked letter opener featuring a blade and lonk sheep, was greatly appre­ ciated. Next day they were invited to lunch at the House of Lords and the invitation to submit designs for the beacon followed.


It’s cheers for world


Toby Chapman’s Ribblc Valley Sports Scene on page 25.


town in a blaze of glory, it was work as usual on Monday for John, who is pictured at his insurance broker’s firm in Well Terrace, being congratulated by his wife Susan, son Nigel (7) and work colleagues. For full details, turn to


co-driver in the event, was partnered by Japanese driver Kenjiro Shinozuka and the pair took victory some two hours ahead of their nearest rival. After returning to the


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beater WORLD beater John Meadows was the toast of the town this week after claiming first place in the prestigious Ivory Coast Rally. John, who acted as a


invited to submit drawings for the project by Lord Auckland, who is working for a united Europe. They met while attending the Lord Mayor’s Banquet at the Guild Hall last week. Their gift to the Lord


passports go, not just in Europe, but throughout the world. That is a long way off yet, but I believe what is happening next year is a step in the right direction,” he said. He and his wife were


bring. “I would like to see all


said: “I think fluoride is good for the teetli and, as far as I know, doesn’t do any harm,” while Mrs Kath Dinsdale, of Princess Avenue , Cl i t he roe ,


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their support for fluorida­ tion, most saw it as an ideal way of giving fluo­ ride to children. Claire Dakin, of Sawley,


paigners say that tooth decay among five-year- olds in the North West is five times higher than anywhere else in the coun­ try and claim that adding fluoride to the water will help combat this. Of those who expressed


“There are enough chemi­ cals in the water as it is without adding more,’ while Mrs Joan Hodges, of Kendal Street, Clitheroe, said: “I really don’t think they should be adding anything to water. We never had it 30 years ago and we were all right then!” Pro-fluoridati'on cam­


possibility of yet more additives in what many people bel ieve is an already beleagured water supply. Mr Geoff Cox, of Salthill Road, Clitheroe, said:


fluoride they should get it from other sources. Fluo­ ride can be damaging to health in other ways.” Another commonly- expressed concern was the


CLITHEROE’S Ron Pickup is Labour’s choice as •Candi­ date for the Ribble Valley in the next General Election.


County Coun. Pickup as their prospective Parliamentary candi­ date in preference to one other name on the


a Liberal Democrat MP earlier this year shows that we are in a whole new ball game. “The people of the Rib­


cency are over, because this seat is now as mar­ ginal as any other in the country.


ble Valley have shown that they can vote dif­ ferently when the right man and the right cause comes along. “The days of compla­


Coun. Pickup said he was confident he could bring about another political earthquake in Ribble Val­ ley voting. “The surprise election of


shortlist. Afterwards, County


party supporters in Clitheroe on Monday voted two to one for


A special meeting of by John Dover


“I am confident that I can win Ribble Valley for


dates who come and go, I will not be leaving at the end of the day. I am a local man, who will remain in the Ribble Valley regard­ less of politics,” he said.


“Unlike other candi­


quietly jubilant that a man with such long council con­ nections has been chosen to lead their cause in a General Election in which local authority services i will be such an important


Labour supporters are


Ribble Valley and Clith­ eroe Town Councils and is currently a member of two key county council com­ mittees — Finance, of which he is deputy chair­ man, and Pol icy and Resources.


ssue. He has served on both


Labour because our poli­ cies will be seen to be the best ones.


was chief internal auditor for the Ribble Valley Council at the time of local government r eorgan­ isation. Before that, he h ad ma n y ye a r s’ experience working in local government finance. Health, wealth and edu­


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cation, he says, will be the main issues which will decide the election in the Ribble Valley. “People in the Ribble


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CONVINCED of vic­ tory . . . Ron Pickup, Labour’s choice for the next General Election


age of 65. And Clithcroe has, indeed, lost a fnmous son of


to theatre roles like McCann in T. S. Eliot’s “The Birthday Party,” from TV parts in “Lovejoy” and “Juliet Bravo” to stage performances before Royalty. The theatre is the poorer for his passing, at the


which it can be proud. Obituary and a tribute from Edmond Cambien — page 9 And the star in more recent times


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A MAN posing as a North West Water official used a false identity card to win the trust of a Clitheroe pensioner while another man burgled his house. North West Water is


Police warn of bogus water men


warning people, particu­ larly the elderly, against such bogus officials and point ing out that the authority rarely carries


out work without notifying


cial who just appears on the doorstep should not be allowed in the home and a householder who is in any doubt should contact Nor th We s t Water immediately.” Police have released


spokesman said: “It is very worrying that thieves are going to the lengths of disguising themselves and carrying false ID cards, but I would like to point out North West Water rarely carries out work without having first noti­ fied householders, usuully by delivering a card.” He continued: “Any offi­


ing f rom one of the drawers. A North West Water'


fled the house and Mr Pye discovered £13 was miss­


bogus official for a few minutes, Mr Pye went hack into the house and discovered a second man s e ar ch in g thro ugh drawers. The thieves immediately


owing to work being car­ ried out in Newton Street, his mains water supply would have to be moved to an alternative location. After talking to the


a Water Authority uni­ form and presented what' he claimed was an official North West Water ID card. Mr Pye was told that


ton Street home of 71- year-old James Pye. The thief was dressed in


4-30 p.m. last Friday, when a man purporting to be f rom Nor th West Water called at the New­


householders first. The incident occurred at


descriptions of the two men and warn people to inspect ID cants closely, before allowing officials into the home.


described as white, aged about 30, about five feet six inches tall and of slim build, with dark-coloured long, straight hair. He was clean shaven, had a local accent and spoke with a husky voice. The second man is described as white.


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