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, "A Quirky Look at Life" with humorous anecdotes to illus­ trate every facet of the human condition. Mrs C. Thistlethwaite thanked him for his entertaining talk, which cheered and bright­ ened the chill winter evening. President Mrs E. Peel


da at Rimington WI, when speaker Mr Rex Brindle, of Settle, shared with members


Quirky look Laughter was on the agen­


a licensed bar, hot supper and raffle. Tickets at £5.50 are avail­


able from the Bay Horse Inn, Barrow.


SLAIDBURN


read a letter of thanks from Derian House Children's Hospice for a donation of £130 from carol singing. There was an invitation from Dunsop Bridge WI for Rim­ ington members to join them in July, and a team of four ladies agreed to take part in a "Give us a Clue" evening at Bolton-by-Bowland WI on Tuesday. Arrangements were made


by members young and old of Slaidburn YFC on their impromptu visit to Waves Swimming Pool, Blackburn. This was followed by a hearty supper at McDon­ ald's. Next week, members


Splash time A splashing time was had


held at Billington and Lang- ho Community Hall on March 29th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Refreshments will be


Bargains An indoor market will be


Over-60s Sabdcn Ovcr-60s met for their Monday night social in


St Mary's Hall. Mrs Dorothy Houghton


served throughout the day and stalls can be hired for the day at only £6. All proceeds will go


towards funds for the hall, which is situated behind St Leonard's Church, Langho.


should meet in the village hall at 7-45 p.m. The follow­


ing week there will be a quiz at the Red Pump Inn, Bashall Eaves, in aid of Dunsop Bridge School.


for a coffee morning on Sat­ urday in support of the Meningitis Trust, when there will be a cake, bring- and-buy and second-hand book stalls. Plans for the border group


meeting on April 15th were discussed, when Rimington WI will be the host. Mrs M. McPherson agreed to work the tapestry kneeler, to be donated by the institute to the Millennium project at Gisbum Parish Church. Members were asked to


burn WI, guest Mr Jim Forde Johnston travelled from Manchester to speak about the Pueblo Indians who live in the south-western states of the USA. He had a collection of slides illustrat­ ing their buildings, some seven-storeys high and many rooms wide. After questions, he was thanked by Mrs Linda Blakcman. Outside, the snow was


Indians At the meeting of Slaid­


the invitation to all residents of Billington and Langho from members of the local WI group, who are hosting an open-door, at-home coffee morning this Saturday. It will be held at 86 Whal-


Invitation "Pop round for coffee" is


ley Road, Langho, between 10 a.m. and noon, with all proceeds to be donated to the National Meningitis


Trust.


BOLTON-BY- : ; BOWLAND


support a whist and domino drive to be held on Saturday, organised by the handicraft and produce show commit­ tee. A pie and peas supper will be served. Birthday greetings were


falling fast so the talk had to be interrupted to let the Clitheroe contingent leave, as well as some of the senior members who might have become stranded. President Mrs M. Parry


Bowland YFC have had a range of meetings during the last few weeks. On Monday evening,


Stockjudging Members of Bolton-by-


read by Mrs E. Jackson and town crier Mrs B. Spencer told of forthcoming events, including Rimington and District Gardening Club's bulb and spring flower show at Gisbum Festival Hall on March 29th at 2-30 p.m. Members were pleased to


welcomed Mrs Connie Hol­ land back after illness, and announced that Mrs Betty Peel would represent the institute a t the Mayor's reception for the tenth anniversary of the Cross­ roads Care Scheme. Members agreed to spon­


Richard Oddie, an RSPCA inspector, showed slides to members about his work and some of the cases he has had to deal with. Thanks were expressed by


; meeting with delegate Miss • M. H. Bairstow.


Hoe-down A lively time was had by


amusing photograph, judged by Mr Brindle, was won by Mrs Thistlethwaite, Mrs Spencer and Mrs M. Ander­ son. A party of members trav­ elled to Southport to attend • the LFWI spring council


learn tha t secretary Mrs Thistlethwaite had gained third place in a LFWI com­ petition for a 10- minute sketch. A competition for an


sor a cycle ride to Land's End by a group of LFWI ladies, and members of a newly- formed institute in the North-East have requested help in knitting a scarf 26 miles long. The spring council meet­


ing in Southport was attend­ ed by Mrs Barbara Steen, accompanied by Mrs Vera Newhouse. An up-to-date report was given. Members were sorry to hear VCO Mrs Jean Entwistle was retiring and they expressed thanks


held relating to charges at S la id b u rn V i l la g e H a ll,


of pie and peas, cakes and biscuits, the revellers kept up the pace until midnight, and all declared it had been "a


all who attended a very suc­ cessful hoe-down at Riming­ ton Memorial Institute. Music and humour was pro­ vided by well-known person­ ality Mike Hargreaves, who also acted as MC and caller for dances. Fortified by a tasty supper


right good do". Raffle winners were: Mrs


for her work. Tonight, a meeting will be


additives will take place at the meeting on April 1st.


which all members are asked to attend. The craft group meeting has been cancelled. It is hoped a talk on food


veterinary surgeon David Anderton kept members entertained with a talk of his experiences at work with the Myerscough Veterinary Cen­ tre. He also prepared a quiz about various animal hus­ bandry topics. Thanks were expressed to him by William Lancaster. Recently the boys have


Keith Pilkington. Also on the animal theme,


played the winning hand at whist, while Mrs Maud Wade was the dominoes win­ ner for the evening. At the Thursday night


Tourism At the meeting of Bashall


social, whist winners were: Ladies - Mrs R. Wright and Mrs E. Duckworth. Gents - Mrs E. Marsden and Mr W. Duckworth. Dominoes - Mrs Frances


Lowe, Mr W. Ireland and Mrs Nora Hargreaves. Raf­ fle winners were Mr W. Wright, Mrs Gladys Walms- ley and Mrs E. Ireland.


Parish Church follows this Sunday morning's 9-30 a.m.


service.


admission includes supper, but dancers should take their own drinks.


hoe-down in St Nicholas's Church Hall on Friday, March 20th. It begins at 8 p.m. The £3


Hoe-down Tickets are on sale for a


and guests of Sabden Horti­ cultural Society enjoyed the annual dinner at the Duke of York, Grindleton. The chairman, Mr John


Dinner More than 50 members


Sunday AGM The AGM of St Nicholas's


Eaves WI, Mrs E. Whowell presided and introduced guest speaker Mrs Mary Parker, of the Ribble Valley Tourist Information Centre. Members were surprised to learn how many different services are offered by this organisation, such as book­ ing theatre tickets and holi­ day accommodation, in addition to promoting the Ribble Valley at various events around the country. Mrs Parker concluded


Mrs Edna Clarkson wel­ comed members and guests to the meeting held at the Three Fishes, Mitton. Following correspon­


Film show President of Mitton WI


■ BILLINGTON SABDEN BASHALL EAVES


S ® C C IE OPENING THIS


SATURDAY, MARCH 14th


dence, Mrs Marion Dust gave details of future out­ ings and Mrs Sheila Bowles read Lancashire Events. Guest speakers were Mr


her talk with a thought-pro­ voking quiz and was thanked by Mrs J. Barghby for a most entertaining and informative talk. The federation newsletter


Soccer Boots, Clothing & Equipment by Uhlsport, Umbra, Reebok, Mizuno, Adidas, Puma & Nike


and Mrs Moor, of Kirkham, who gave a film show enti­ tled "The Tow-Path". The couple enjoy walking and photography and, with the aid of beautiful music, they look members on a nostalgic journey. Starting in Liverpool,


was read, announcing many forthcoming events, includ­ ing pastel painting, cycling, walking, gardening and a day outing. A competition for an ani­


mal photograph was won by Mrs M. Maudsley and the winner of the raffle was Mrs S. Hartley. Mrs E. Wrennal thanked


OFFICIAL WORLD GUP


B.R.F.C. MAN. UNITED


members for cards and flow­ ers received on the occasion of her diamond wedding and was very proud to show her telegram from the Queen. At the next meeting on


April 6th Mrs B. Kramrisch will speak about Judaism.


Boocock, thanked everyone for attending and especially society secretary Mrs Betty Clarkson for organising the event. President Mr Alan Cliff was thanked, along with Mrs Clarkson, for all their work in administering the running of the very suc­ cessful society. Flowers were presented to


the president's wife, Mrs Marion Cliff, and chairman's wife Mrs Margaret Boocock.


been stockjudging at the home of Mr and Mrs R. Bar- row, while the girls practised salt dough model-making and collages in preparation for the regional rally. At the next meeting, there


will be a talk by Calverleys Funeral Directors at 7-45 p.m. in the village hall.


land WI, when Miss Mar­


technology were detailed to members of Bolton-by-Bow-


Baby talk Advances in midwifery


garet Morgan, head of mid­ wifery at the University of Central Lancashire, was guest speaker. From Victorian times to


Halstead, Mrs B. Peel, Mr B. Stott, Mrs E. Pate, Mrs J. Cotton, Mrs E. Peel, Mrs P. Branston, Mr J. Gornall. The evening was organ­


tee. BARROW;


Irish night Members of Barrow


Action Group have organised an Irish night to take place on March 21st in Pendleton Village Hall at 8 p.m. A ceilidh band with caller,


"Mother's Delight", will pro­ vide the music. There will be


ised by the Memorial Insti­ tute Management Commit­


that time of year again, so it isl Yes, it's time to dust off your shamrocks and put on your river dancing shoes as Chipping Village Hall resounds to the annual St Patrick's Day ceilidh, held in true Irish fashion, not on the day itself but a few days after the actual feast on March 20th. The always popular Irish


Feast of fun Leaping leprechauns - it's


present day, she focused on the care given to mothers and their babies, and for this insight into her work, was thanked by Mrs Jenny Cowgill. Staying with a baby


joined millions all over the world to mark Women's World Day of Prayer last Friday. Sabden Baptist Church


Prayer About 30 Sabden women


they walked tow-paths, enjoying all the picturesque scenery and plant life, 90 locks, old disused mills, some derelict others convert­ ed, including modern hous­ ing. They paid a visit to Wigan Pier and many other architectural buildings and sights. They passed canal


A vacancy n Rezezbok


barges, homes of many peo­ ple who enjoy a tranquil life, and finally arrived in Leeds. Mrs Clarkson thanked Mr and Mrs Moor for a fasci­ nating journey which every­ one enjoyed. Competition winners


were Mrs Dixon, Mrs Haynes and Mrs Fogg, and supper was enjoyed.


attended the united service of Women's World Day of Prayer, held in Grindleton Methodist Chapel, on Fri­ day. Sister Janet Edwards, of Great Harwood, spoke on the theme of helping neigh­ bours. This year the service was prepared by the women of Madagascar. Leaders were Mrs S. Hail­


United service Twenty-eight people


was the venue for this year's event, and everyone wel­ comed Mrs Ann Newman, wife of former Baptist min­ ister Mr David Newman, who gave the address. She spoke enlighteningly on the theme of the day,


"Who Is My Neighbour?" Every year women in


more than 170 countries join in the world-wide service saying the same prayers and responses. Each year women of a different country pre­ pare the service and this year the women of Madagascar chose the theme of neigh­ bours. Women from Sabden's


theme, the competition for a christening memento was won by Mrs Iris Gregson, Mrs Marion Billows and Mrs Mary Pickles, who along with Mrs Clements, was the meeting's hostess. Both were thanked by


four churches took part in prayers and readings and Mrs Millie Moorhouse played the piano. Afterwards they enjoyed tea and home-made biscuits.


Tall Tales Don't forget next Thurs­


president Mrs Gregson, who reminded members of the forthcoming "Give us a Clue" evening. It will be held in the vil­


dancing night is being held in aid of St Mary's Church, and tickets, which include a hot­ pot supper, cost £5.50. Bring your own bottle (do not for­ get the corkscrew) and glass­ es and get into the mood with a dance at 8 p.m. before supper is served at 8-30 p.m. Apple pies and raffle


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Top concert A concert will be held in


Read United Reformed Church on Tuesday at 2-30 p.m., with Tamsin Paling (violin), Helen Kean (mezzo-soprano) and Mary Seaford (piano). Admission is £1.50, which includes refreshments.


Whist winners Winners a t the whist


drive held in Read Consti­ tutional Club were: Ladies - Mrs M. Dearing, Mrs S. Birmingham. Gents - Mr G. A. Holden, Mr E. Dear­ ing. Mrs D. Birch won the special prize, and Mr Iloldcn was MC.


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lage hall next Tuesday from 7-30 p.m. There is an entry fee of £3 per person, which includes a hot pot supper. To close the meeting, Mrs


Billows reported on her visit to the WI spring council meeting held at Southport's Floral Hall.


GISBURN


Whist There were 12 tables in


day's special evening of entertainment for ail ages, when "Tall Tales" is present­ ed in St Nicholas's Hall. It is a mixture of music,


songs, stories and legends, presented by entertainers Tim Laycock and Taffy Thomas. It is suitable for all and begins at 7-30 p.m.


CHATBURN


Women's Day A Women's World Day of


Prayer service was held this year in Christ Church, Chat- burn. The service was prepared


play at the Gisburn Festival Hall management commit­ tee's whist and domino drive. Stewards were respective­


ly Mr J. Kenyon and Mr T. Metcalfe. Whist winners were: ladies


- Mrs D. Mason, Mrs D. Speak and Mrs B. Farrow. Gents - Mr J. Kenyon, Mr M. Davies and Mr II. Loft- house. Dominoes winners were: Mr F. Eccles, Mr W. Hustwaite, Mrs F. Lowe and Mr W. Wilson. Raffle prizes were won by


by the Christian women of Madagascar and leaders were Miss Carol Walker and Mrs Doris Giles. Guest speaker was Mr


Tim Perkins and organist was Mrs Brewer.


Methodist Women's Fellow­ ship meeting was the Rev. Iris McIntyre, from Christ­ ian Aid. Mrs Giles presided and the pianist was Mrs Hudson. The speaker had been vis­


Christian Aid The speaker at Chatburn


Mrs M. Carruthers, Mrs D. Knight, Mrs S. Graveston and Mrs M. Norcross.


wood, of Trinity Methodist Church, Clitheroe, and Mrs C. Pye, of St Ambrose Church, Grindleton. Readings were given by


Mrs R. Cann (Unitarian Church), MrsS. Youngs and Mr W. Hargreaves (Methodist Chapel), Mrs


M. Hogg, Mrs G. Moir and Mrs Marshall (St Ambrose


Church). Organist was M r I I . Fe. . -


The offertory was taken up


by Mrs J. Moorcroft and Mrs II. Waddington Tea and biscuits wcre


served in the schoolroom and the friendly atmosphere was enjoyed by all.


Waste paper The usual waste paper


collection will be held in Grindleton today. Contribu­ tions of newspapers, maga­ zines and cardboard can be left in the space provided at the top of Back Lane, near the chapel wall.


ham and Twiston Gardening Club, held in the village hall, 20 members and friends were entertained by Mr Martin Hesketh, of Embley's Nurs­ eries, Much Hoole, near Pre­ ston. He spoke about all the many healthy-looking plants and shrubs he brought to illustrate his topic - "Ground cover and other useful plants". All the plants were for sale and eagerly taken up by all present. Tea and biscuits were


Useful plants At the meeting of Down-


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served by Mrs D. Porter, Mrs M. Jackson and Mrs C. Hanson. Raffle winners were


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Audrey Roney, Shaun Roney, Daphne Porter and Carole Ashworth. The April meeting will be


held in the top greenhouse at Downham Hall, when Mr Bob Swarbrick will demon strale propagation. A pie and peas supper will follow at the post office.


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Winners Winners at the whist drive


held in Simonstone Old School were: Ladies - Mrs Simpson, Mrs Jackson, Mrs Fallon (cons). Gents - Mrs Bewell, Mr Walsh, Mr Eam- shaw (cons). Special prize was won by Mr Holden. The next drive will be in


the old school on Tuesday at 7-30 p.m.


Keeping fit Guest speaker at the


meeting of Simonstone with Read WI next Thursday at 7-30 p.m. will be Mrs Edna Clarkson. Her talk will be about


keeping fit, and the competi­ tion will be for the best fit­ ness tip. Items for the toi­ letries stall are requested.


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celebrated at Salem Congre­ gational Chapel, Martin


Ladies' day Ladies' day services were


Top. Morning family service


was led by Miss Audrey Swale, of Skipton, whose theme was the water of life. The offertory was taken


people who had showed the most enterprise, with one woman winning for con­ structing a fridge from a wooden box with a metal tank in the base. The water ran from her tap into the tank and, when it needed changing, she pulled out the plug and let it run into her garden.


up by Mrs K. Scott and Miss J. Parkinson, while Mrs Sylvia Ranee gave the announcements. Pastor Jeff Jones conduct­


ed afternoon worship on the theme of "wives should be honoured at home". It closed with the hymn, "Blest be the Tie that Binds". Mrs Ethel Hartley was organist for the day.


Race night The excitement of the


race track was experienced by those: who took part i,. a


race night, held at Pendle­ ton Village Hall.The evening was organised by the Village Hall Commit­ tee and raised more than £700.


Over-60s . The Over-60s from the


Hodder Valley joined together for lunch at New­ ton Village Hah. Mr Null Beattie gave an


illustrated talk on his young farmers' trip to Australia. Raffle winners were: Mr


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