Clitheme 21.12J, (Editorial), 22S2J (Advertising). Burnley 122331 (Classified)


Clithei-oe Advertiser & Times, October Ijth, 1993 5 f News from the Villages


Making progress There was a very poor


“buy a piece of the field,” where squares on a board can be purchased and a prize is given to the selected winner.


turnout for the AGM of Grindleton Recreation Ground Charity. Officers and committee were re­ elected en bloc apart from Gary F aw c e t t , who resigned as maintenance officer. Chairman Jeff Cowling


arranged a race night in t h e B u c k I n n on November 22nd, pledging half the money raised towards the improve­ ments. Arrangements were


The football club has


reported that the re-roof­ ing and extension to the pavilion were almost com­ plete and the tennis wall is now in operation. Some plumbing improvements have still to be done. The waterlogged areas of the


football pitch have been dug out and filled with hardcore and a new field drain sunk in the centre of the pitch. All this should greatly improve the drain­ age problems, although the cost exceeded expecta­


tions. A trench has been dug


to take water draining from the hill away from tlie pitch and this will be filled in before bonfire night to avoid any acci­ dents. New turf has been placed in the goal mouth and centre spot. These improvements to


GISBURN


Superstore saga An excellent presenta­


tion on the history and ori­ gin of Tesco Superstore was explained to members of Gisburn WI by Jayne Abbot, personnel officer at


made for the bonfire to take place on the field on November 5th. The fire will be lit at 7 p.m., with fireworks at 7-30. Hot-pot and hot dogs will be on sale. Contributions for the fireworks will be grate­ fully accepted and collect­ ing bottles have been placed in both pubs. Materials for the bonfire


dent), Mrs J. Trippier and Mrs M. England (vice- presidents), Mrs Rush- worth (secretary) and Miss Bottomley (treasurer). Committee: Mrs D.


RIMINGTON


Haythornthwaite, Mrs R. Nowell and Mrs Lewis. A competition for the


the Clitneroe store. A behind-the-scenes


account aptly called “The story of the East End bar- row’ boy” began in 1919, when Jack Cohen started work


can be taken to the field, but care should be taken not to stray on the pitch and damage the good work done.


SLAIDBURN


Slide quiz Members of Slaidburn


the pavilion and pitch should ensure that the football team stays in Division One of the Cra­ ven League. However, treasurer Mrs


WI and friends had an enjoyable evening, con­ sisting of a report on the autumn council meeting by Mrs Betty Walker, fol­ lowed by a fascinating slide show given by Mr F. Barnes. He included a local “Where is it?” quiz and showed two very amusing cine films. Supper was a Jacob’s


Linda Reynolds reported that funds are still needed to cover all the extra costs of improvements and at least £2,000 needs to be found to pay all the bills for the coming year. Fund-raising ideas were put forward, including


goods as a barrow boy. Following a trip to America, he converted one of his shops in St Albans to a self-service operation. This was the forerunner of today’s British self-service superstore and Jack Cohen’s forward thinking was publicly recognised by a knighthood. Questions on staffing,


Edgeware Road, selling in London’s


Winning hands Prizes at the monthly


prettiest brooch was won by Miss Hanson and raffle winner was Mrs Whittle. Birthday greetings were


extended to Miss M. McArthur, Mrs R. Hindle and Mrs M. Oddie. The national response to the questionnaire regarding milk deliveries was unani­ mous in favour of retaining the friendly milkman. A thank you letter was


whist and domino drive organised by Rimington Memorial Institute man­ agement committee were presented by Mrs F. Ing- leby. MCs were Mr A. Stott and Mr A. Eccles and supper was served. Whist: Ladies — Mrs R.


the NSPCC, in the village hall at 7-45 p.m. prompt. The annual presentation


HOLDEN


dinner dance was held at the Moorcock Inn, Wad- dington, and af ter an enjoyable meal a disco rounded off the night. President Mrs A. Pick­


ard presented trophies. Club competition: Boys


— Ben Ferguson, James Towler, Chris Raw. Girls — Janet Willson, Janet Bancroft, Emma Graham. Top overall junior: Girls


Woolerton, Mrs D. Mason, Mrs M. Sutton. Gents — Mr W. Hird, Mr T. Jack- son, Mr W. Knowles. Dominoes: Mr D. Lowe,


read from the Save the Children Fund for com­ pleting two blankets and many jumpers at after­ noon meetings. The evening ended with


chill factors, bar coding, stock control, sell by dates and wastage were ans­ wered and Mrs Teresa Bell voiced thanks and presented the speaker with a dried flower arrangement in celebra­ tion of her birthday that


day.Some very enthusiastic sporty members wanted to participate in the WI darts competition and three teams were formed and


join. Mrs B. Peel donated for the raffle a fruit cake she had made and Mrs Kath Taylor had iced. A competition, judged by Mr Barnes’ mother,


Thanksgiving


The congregation of | Holden Chapel celebrated harvest thanksgiving with services on Sunday. Preacher was Mr E. Bren- nand, of Wray, and the' choir sang “Thank you. Lord” and “The bountiful!


harvest.”


— Emma Graham, Susan Reed, Alison Whitwell. Boys — Chris Raw, Ben Ferguson, Thomas Whi­


Mr C. Wiseman, Miss M. Berry.Raffle: Mrs B. Wadding- ton, Mrs C. Thistletn-


a quiz on Lancashire dia­ lect words won by Mrs M. Mitchell. There will be a bring-and-buy stall at the next meeting when the theme will be Christmas


decorations. Due to popular demand,


the winter afternoon social meetings will recommence on October 19th, at 2-15 p.m., at the home of Miss K. Hanson, when there will be an opportunity for a chat and social activities.


CHATBURN


submitted. Congratulations were


extended to WI member Mrs Maureen Bowe,


was won by Mrs Jan Weis- ters. The next meeting will be on November 3rd.


Country trip


whose success was announced in earning a coveted place on TV’s “Masterchef’ programme. Everyone wishes her luck and is looking forward to the next heat to be held in


January.


Dominoes Unfortunately


speaker was unable to the


attend the meeting of Gis­ burn YFC, in the Festival


Hall on Monday. Members hurriedly arranged a domino drive, which was enjoyed by all. Next Monday there will


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meeting, members of the Ribblesdale Club, Chat- burn, had a mystery trip into the countryside. Although the weather was ra th e r disappointing,


Instead of the usual


Italian taste Chatburn youngsters


enjoyed “a taste of Italy” on Friday, when members of the Girls’ Friday Club were treated to a delicious supper of pizza after tak­ ing part in games and acti­ vities to learn about the


Italian way of life. The club, which has


be a trip to Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The coach will leave Gisburn at 6-30 p.m. Names of those wish­ ing to go should be given to Carol Graveston (Clith-


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been run for many years, has proved more popular than ever, with organisers having to run two groups this year to meet demand. The girls, aged between


— Janet Bancroft, Janet Willson, Susan Hanson.


waite, Mr W. Wilson. Next month’s drive will


be organised by Rimington and Middop sports com­ mittee.


On a shoestring Dr John Farrer, of Cla-


pham, told members of Rimington WI what it


twell. Top overall senior: Girls


Boys — James Towler, Peter Dakin, Alastair


Howard.Winter competitions: A las tair Howard and


Chris Raw. MacDonald Cup: James


Towler. Boys’ e f fo r t : John Comthwaite and Andrew


meant to be a “Squire on a shoestring,” describing his life for the past 40 years as the owner of Ingleborough Hall Estate. By means of slides and a


Reed. Girls’ effort: Jennifer


Towler. Member not receiving


fascinating commentary, he told how, on the death of his uncle, he gave up his life as a hospital surgeon in Australia to bring his wife and young family to a new and daunting inherit­


ance.


along, he came to love and who is presently finding appreciate the complex out how good a teacher variety of seasonal work, he is, for before he and his from repairing ancient wife became mine hosts of barns to managing moors the White Bull last week, and woodlands and laying he spent 10 years working water supply pipelines, for Whitbread in a mana- assisting with the church gerial capacity, teaching garden fete and acting as prospective publicans how the village school medical to run a pub. officer! He was thanked by A qualified teacher and Miss B. Woodcock.


L,eOIi....s arning as he went Bob Brooks is a man


report on the recent landlord of the Black Bull LFWI autumn council at High Bentham for two meeting, raising chuckles years, before taking his as she recounted some of last position, the humorous anecdotes of Marilyn (Mai) spent 10 the guest speaker.


Mrs A. Peacock gave a behind a bar, having been chef, Bob is no stranger


details of the proposed retiring to bring up a shopping trip to Chester family. They have two on PP November 23rd. children, Janine (15) and Christopher (6).


Mrs B. Spencer gave trade as a caterer, betore years in the licensing


seven and 14, enjoy parti­ cipating in games, quizzes and theme evenings, among other activities. Although both groups


ford WI Mrs P. Rush- worth welcomed 20 mem­ bers to the annual meeting and supper prepared and


Change at top President of West Brad­


served by the retiring committee. The Bebbing- ton Cup, for most points in competitions, was pre­ sented to Mrs E. Shaw and the cup for most points in West Bradford’s entries at the Clitheroe Area Show went to Miss M. Bottomley. It was agreed by mem­


a r e c u r r e n t ly fu l l , enquiries are welcome from interested parents. For further information contact Chris (Clitheroe 441673) for seven to 11- year-olds, or Julie (440027)


for over 11s.


Bowling visit The start of Chatburn


bers to change the time for monthly meetings from November to April to 2-15 p.m., commencing on November 2nd. Reports were given by secretary Miss Hanson and trea­ surer Miss Bottomley. The president reported


Men’s Society’s winter season was celebrated with indoor bowling at the Hyndburn Centre. Sixteen members of various ages competed against each other, with great rivalry between the teams and the ev e n in g ended on a


friendly note. Future events include


on a busy and successful year, stating that it was time for a change after her four years in office. She thanked all who had sup­ ported her during that


time. Officers elected were


Miss K. Hanson (presi-


outside visits, slides and a ta lk by Mr Roland Frankland, a talk by trea­ surer of Ribble Valley Rail Mr Ron Birch and more indoor bowling visits. Mr Ron Smith, the


Anyone wishing to join in this outing or to visit Har­ rogate Knitting and Sew­ ing Exhibition on November 27th should contact Mrs Spencer (Clitheroe 445412). Birthday greetings were read by Mrs C. Thistleth-


Saying thanks Respectively, “Dragi


p r i e n t in i ” and “ Cu


waite. Town crier Mrs D. Whittaker announced local events, including a dance at Rimington Memorial Institute at 8 p.m. tomor­ row, a gardening club cof­ fee evening and flower arranging demonstration on Tuesday in Gisburn Festival Hall and on Wednesday the AGM of Rimington Memorial Insti­ tute management commit-


toe.“Painting for pleasure” art classes, open to all, are held at Martin Top Chapel schoolroom each Wednes­


day, from 1 to 3 p.m. A competition for an old


map, judged by Dr Far­


rer, was won by Mrs M. Bairstow, Mrs J. Sherras and Mrs Thistlethwaite.


so c ie ty ’s s e c re ta ry , emphasises that new mem­ bers are always welcome at any of the meetings. For more information, contact Mr Smith (Clith­


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respect” began and ended a letter which Kath and Barry Johnson received from Victor Cazan, of Bis- tra, a village in Romania. It was a letter of thanks from villagers for goods valued at over £3,500, which were collected locally and delivered by Kath and Barry last June.


Alarming day There was cause for


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another cup: Boys — P e te r Dakin. Girls — Susan Hanson. Attendance Cup: Chris


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sang “Thank you for every new morning” and “Oh, oh, oh! How good is the Lord” arid presented gifts of non-perishable goods for the “Aid for Russia |


Sunday School scholars Appeal.”


for chapel funds. Organists j for the day were Mr F. Waddington, Mrs B. Har­ rison and Mr M. Blakey.


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Later on, the till in the . Trio of catches


Bowland WI Mrs Pat Duckworth welcomed guest speaker Mrs A. Weatherall, a member of Barley WI, who gave a very interesting ana infor­ mative talk on the day-to- day running of Denman


College.She illustrated her talk with slides showing the splendid rooms and gar­ dens of the college. Mrs Nancy C o rn thw a i te


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morning was held by mem­ bers of Wiswell WI at the Ribble Valley Mayor’s Parlour on Saturday, which raised £186. Well-stocked cake and


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