8 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, February 3rd, 2005


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o t surprisingly, we have had a large number of letters regarding the proposal to site


a panopticon within the Rib­ ble Valley. Not one has supported the


venture. How then can residents of


the Ribble Valley reject the proposal? The answer, it seems, is that they can not. A design has now been chosen and will, in due course, go before Ribble Valley Borough Council's Planning Commit­ tee. Councillors will then decide whether or not the proposal can go ahead. The panopticons scheme


aims, we are told, to build a series of six 21st Century landmarks in the hills across East Lancashire by 2007 as symbols of the area's regener-


Will our views be heard? As I see i t . . . by the Editor


ation and pride. They will become a "unique and strik­ ing attraction for local people and visitors." The scheme is part of the


wider Regional Park initia­ tive led by the East Lan­ cashire Partnership. I t has attracted major funding from the Northwest Regional ■Development Agency and the East Lancashire Partnership. Designs for panopticons in


neighbouring areas have already been chosen and work is scheduled this spring. In the Ribble Valley, the


project has already fuelled intense emotions. Last month the three shortlisted designs went on display in Clitheroe


and Whalley. It was, accord­ ing to the development agen­ cy "part of a thorough public consultation process, which will inform about designs selected for further develop­ ment". The exhibition lasted a few


days and comment forms gave those who visited the display a choice of the three structures, but not a choice of rejection. Was that, we won­ der, sufficiently thorough? 'The point of this expensive


exercise is to "create new landmarks that gain interna­ tional profile". And whether those who


inhabit the Ribble Valley and care deeply for it like it or not,


a design has now been select­ ed.


The land at Kemple End,


upon which it will be sited, is owned by Stonyhurst College and is within an area of out­ standing natural beauty. We are told this "all seeing"


initiative will promote tourism. The roads leading to the area are narrow and hard­ ly suited to a mass invasion of tourists. Doubtless, some of the cars bringing the tourists will be parked in gateways. But more than all this,


Kemple End is, in its own right, an outstandingly beau­ tiful area. A man-made struc­ ture will, in the view of many, detract rather than enhance


100 years ago


PEOPLE in Clitheroe were this week battling to snap up shares in Primrose Ring Mill - as the share list was made public. However, bosses pre­ dicted that the list would not remain open for very long because of the long list of subscribers competing against each other to obtain shares in the mill. I t was revealed that 6,000 ordinary shares were up for grabs a t £5 each for the £30,000 mill. When complete, the mill was expected to comprise 24,000 ring spindles, togeth­ er with the necessary preparatory and winding, beaming and warping machinery. The building, which had stood empty for about 20 years, was reported to help the trade of the town consider­ ably. People interested in buying shares were told to complete forms being handed out by company officials, to be forwarded to their bankers. ■ Travellers and people in Chatburn gathered


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F Candlemass be fa ir and bright, winter will have


another flight. “But if Candlemass Day be


clouds and rain, winter is gone and will not come again.” So ran an old country


proverb about Candlemass Day, February 2nd, yester­ day.


Writing this article a fort­


night before publication, I can only hope that yesterday was cloudy and wet - so that win­ ter has gone! Yesterday the Christian Church celebrated the festival


of Candlemass, the event when the infant Jesus, 40 days old, was taken to the Temple to be offered to the Lord. The Gospel tells how an


old, devout man, Simeon, had been waiting for this day, when he would see the Messi­ ah. The old man makes a grave and solemn prediction. The child will cause a lot of bother! He will bring division and discord. The child is a sign from God, which many will refuse to heed. And his mother Mary, also,


will greatly suffer because of Him. The two thousand years


to bid farewell to station-master Mr William Cockshutt, who retired after 42 years of service for the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway Com­ pany. Regarded as one of the most highly-respect­ ed residents in Chatburn, Mr Cockshutt began his career in the rail service in 1863 as a porter at Victoria Station, in Manchester, and worked his way up to become a station-master.


LOOKING BACK 50 years ago


THE death of Clitheroe’s former mayoress, Mrs Elizabeth Satterthwalte, saddened many people. Mrs Satterthwaite, who had been seriously ill for some months, died at her home in Pimlico Road, Clitheroe, aged 67. She was well-known for being the town’s mayoress during 1934 and 1936 and was associated with the civic and educational life of the town for many years. ■ People standing in Market Place jumped for


safety when a lorry, carrying a five-tonne load of clover, toppled over. The vehicle was travelling to Preston when it came to rest on the pavement with its cab caught on the bonnet of a stationary British Railway’s wagon. The driver, Mr E. Wheatley, of Easingwold in Yorkshire, managed to climb out of the cab without sustaining any injuries. He was treated for shock. ■ More than 200 Clitheroe pensioners received


7s. 6d. at the annual distribution of charities at the Parish Church School. The Mayor, Coun. C. Chatburn, announced that there were 209 recipi­ ents and that each would receive 7s 6d. The money had been donated by the Hyde Charity, Whipp Charity and the Lauretta Brady Charity. Two of the town’s oldest residents, Mr T. Hardik- er (89), of Peel Street and Mrs E J. Foulker (88), of Brook Street, were among the recipients.


Band proves a hit for new recruits


it. The project has the sup­ port of numerous large agen­ cies including Arts Council England North-West, Lan­ cashire County Council and Ribble Valley Borough Coun­ cil.


The design strongly tipped


last week. Neoscope, will now be presented in more detail prior to coming before the borough council's Planning Commitee. It is worth noting that only when that applica­ tion is submitted will those who oppose it be able to make their views known. We will make sure that you, our read­ ers, are informed as soon as the application is put for­ ward. Meanwhile we have for­ warded the views of those who have already written to Mid-Pennine and will contin­ ue to do so.


TWO recruitment nights for people to join the Slaidbum Silver Band proved extremely success­ ful.


Crowds of enthusiasts keen to join the charita­


ble band flocked to St Michael and St John’s Social Centre, in Clitheroe, to try out brass instru­ ments and speak to conductor Mr John Cowking. A second open night was held on Thursday, giv­


ing people a chance to become a member of this highly successful band, which has played before the Queen. A CD, “Slaidburn Festival” was released by the musicians last year and proved very popular. Our picture shows Anthony MacQuarrie teach­


ing new recruits, Patrick Brown and Sarah Fox at the open night.(A200105/4)


Dream jobs abound for Russell


A LOCAL sports enthusiast has netted two dream jobs. Football fan Russell Wrigley (30), of


Clitheroe, works alongside rising Premier­ ship stars at the Blackburn Rovers Acade­ my and has now joined sports physio Denise Park at her Peel Street practice. Born and brought up in Blackburn,


25 years ago


SOME 350 signatures were sent to Lancashire Countj"^ Council by parents and children who attended St Augustine’s RC High School in Billington, in protest at Government proposals to end free school transport. The move followed the distribution of 10,000 leaflets condemning the proposals in Clitheroe, Sabden, Langho, Hurst Green, Rishton, Padiham and Great Harwood - the catchment area for St Augustine’s - by the local School Transport Action Group (STAG). STAG opposed the proposals, which had been supported by the Ribble Valley Borough Council, because they meant from September the county council with charges £1.20 a week for primary schoolchildren and £1.70 for children over 11. ■ The second Vietnamese refugee family, the


Phans, arrived in drizzly Clitheroe and had no trouble feeling completely at home. For Mr Gia Hung Phan, his wife, Tran Thi, their two children and Mr Phan’s two younger brothers were joined for a Chinese lunch at their house in Whipp Avenue by Mr Ngo and his family - the refugees who settled in Henthorn Road just a week before. Both families were delighted with their reception in the town, none more so than Mr Ngo’s sister. Dung Ali (20), who was due to start work the fol­ lowing week.


Always some dissension


of history of the Christian Church have shown just how accurate Simeon’s prophecy was. Wherever the message of


■lesus is proclaimed there fol­ lows dissension. Some believe. Some don’t. A distinction arises between


believers and unbelievers. But what is the difference? How are Christian people in Britain different from those who do not believe? If we cannot identify these


differences, does that mean there is something missing from the Christian’s faith?


We cannot say th a t this


distinction is to do with morality. Nor with kindness or generosity or concern for others. People of other faiths, or of no faith, can be as hon­ est, kind, generous and thoughtful as Christians (some, more so!) So, are there any distinguishing marks between believers and unbe­ lievers? Yes. At least two. First, private and public prayer.


Regular prayer th a t is


addressed to God, who is Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Secondly, there is member-


ship of the particular congre­ gation - “the household of faith” - to which Christians have a special relationship. By being members of the


local church they take on obligations to people who might otherwise have no claim upon them. These two aspects point to


the differences between the Christian believer and the


unbeliever. I t doesn’t make for an easy


life - but then old Simeon said as much on that first Can­ dlemass Day! REV. TREVOR VAUGHAN


Russell moved to the Ribble Valley two years ago. After finishing a sports science degree


and masters course at Staffordshire Uni­ versity seven years ago, he took up a post at the Rovers’ Academy. Russell decided to continue his educa­


tion by taking a part-time degree course at Salford University to become a char­ tered physiotherapist. His success in his studies has now


enabled Russell to expand his role with Blackburn Rovers and he now incorpo­ rates his job as sports scientist with that of physiotherapist. In November he was approached by


Mrs Park and asked to work alongside her. As a result Russell began working part- time at her practice. Speaking this week from Milan, where


he had travelled to learn more about the fitness and training techniques employed by the city’s Inter club, Russell said: “It is fantastic opportunity to be able to work


FAMILIES from the Ribble Valley are being asked to clear out their cupboards and turn items into cash, at the same time giving a wel­ come contribution to the educa­ tional and support services locally offered by the National Childbirth Trust (NCT). The East Lancashire branch of


the N CT, a charity which offers information on pregnancy, childbrith and early parenthood, is holding a Nearly New Sale of qual­ ity, used nursery goods on Satur­ day, February 5th, at the United Reformed Church, Moor Lane, Clitheroe, beginning at 10-30 a.m. Items usually for sale include


children’s clothing, books, toys, plus larger nursery items like pushchairs and travel cots. Sellers can take their goods on


the morning of the sale and collect the proceeds later that day. The hard work is left to NCT volun­


teers. Anyone wishing to sell items


alongside someone as experienced as Denise and learn from her.” In the future, Russell also hopes to fur­


ther enrich his academic repertoire, by studying for a Ph.D. at Liverpool John Moores University.


Bring out your quality goods


should register now for a sellers’ information pack. Sellers will receive 70 % of the price of the goods sold, with the remaining 30% going to the NCT. All monies raised will go towards


the training of local volunteers in breast feeding and post-natal sup­ port and the running of ante-natal


classes* Hazel Dewhurst, of the NCT,


said: “Each nearly-new sale seems to build upon the success of the previous event. We raised almost £1,000 - an all-time high for the NCT- at last October’s event and this money goes towards providing ante and post-natal services for parents locally. “We’ve really earned a reputa­


tion for the high quality of these sales and such is demand th a t we’ve now upped the event to being held three times a year.” Anyone wishing to sell items


should contact Hazel on 01254 822707.


Currently he is finalising his research


area, but hopes it will concentrate on speed training in football. Russell (centre) is pictured outside the


Rovers’ Academy with Paul Gallagher (left) and Jay McEveley. (s)


Rural trio in line for top county award


A TRIO of rural Ribble Valley businesses are in the running for a county award. Backridge Farm Units,


Waddington, the Fairfield Farm Shop, Clayton-le- Dale, and Slaidburn-based, Poor’sland Trustees have all been nominated in the same category. Each is vying to take the


title - Myerscough College Rural Business of the Year, one of 10 awards which will be up for grabs at a ceremo­ ny being staged in Black­ pool later this month. Organisers say this year


has seen a record number of entries for the Business Link Be Inspired Lan­ cashire Business Awards. Mr Clive Memmott, Chief Executive of Business Link


Lancashire, said: “With a record number of entries into the competition this year, to be shortlisted as a nominee in the Be Inspired Business Awards 2005 is a major achievement. “I wish all the nominees


good luck in the final stage of judging and look forward to an exciting awards cere­ mony when the winning companies will be revealed.’ The aim of the competi


tion, organised by Business Link Lancashire and sup­ ported by the Learning and Skills Council in Lan­ cashire, is to recognise the achievements of local busi­ nesses and reward them for their commitment to excel­ lence.


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