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a very memorable day RAYMOND and EILEEN LOWE, Sabden


Do you recall this


eggbox inventor? I AM currently conducting some research for Clitheroe Civic Society.


ments instead of the previously used square ones. So radical was this invention that he


Railway Days”, published in 1900, refers (on page 236) to Jas. Robinson, of Brook- lands. This man invented a honeycomb egg box, which had hexagonal compart­


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famous, yet even with diligent assistance of the staff I can find nothing else about


please tell me anything more about Mr Robinson?


him in Clitheroe Library. Can anyone (e-mail: pjdsconsulting(Sgmail.com) Thanks to all who


voted for UKIP ON behalf of the three UK Independence Party candidates who stood for election to


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PETER DEL STROTHER, Simonstone


by Mr James Robinson, of Clitheroe, is’ s™ply a copy of nature - the bee’s cell. When the box is seen for the first time the thought naturally arises, ‘Why hasn’t this been thought of long since?’ as it is ob­ vious that more eggs can be packed in a given space in the honeycomb or hexago- nal cells than in the square divisions hith- erto used. Less space means less size and weight of box, which again means less cost in carriage. The cells are made of patent leather-board, and between each layer is a piece of felt. The boxes are hand-made with dove-tailed corners, of yellow pine’ and are well finished and varnished. The inventor claims that at least 25 per cent of railway charges can be saved by the adop­ tion of this box. The capacity of the boxes ranges from four to 60 dozen each.” Surely James Robinson must have been


took out national and international pat­ ents. Clarke was clearly correct, because I have found a reference in the Otago Wit­ ness (New Zealand newspaper) of Seo- tember 7th, 1899, as follows: “The patent ‘Honeycomb’ egg box


Stephen Clarke, in his “Clitheroe in its


out to Kevan Lingard for organising the event, all the bands and singers the fand- lord/Iady of the Pendle Witch Pub and all the people behind the scenes who worked very hard to make the second Sabden Live concert a huge success. Well done to you all and thank you for


a treat... make sure you remember ne.xt year! Our congratulations and thanks go


seen for years. It’s amazing how an event such as this brings people together, which has to be a good thing. To all those peo­ ple who missed the concert, you missed


and clapping, even the verj' young chil­ dren were having a good time on the play area adjacent to the car park - an excel­ lent family day all round. It was lovely to see people we hadn’t


cold it didn’t stop people from support­ ing the event, which was raising hinds for the North West Air Ambulance. People came from miles around to see and hear the wide variety of live bands and singers, who were very popular with everi'on^ The car park was full of people dancing


WHAT a wonderful dav for '‘Sabden Live”. The sun shone and even though it was


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it into the councils’ inner sanctum, we are all heartened by the faith that many of you placed in UHP and ourselves as indi­ viduals. This gives our party something to build on over the coming years in Clithe­ roe and the Ribble Valley. Once again on behalf of Simon Kerins


(Billington), Ron Loebell (Edisford and Low Moor) and myself (Salthill), thank you all very much.


STEVE RUSH, UKIP Chairman East Lancs My sincere thanks


cerned reads this, can I just say a huge (al­ beit delayed) and sincere thank you.


VIA. E-MAIL Sheepfest was a


ers were colourful and original and great fun to watch.


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schools were of their usual high standard and made for an amusing walk through the p^k. Well done to all involved, we hope Chtheroe continues to to be luckv enough to enjoy such quality and amaz-


in^y enough FREE entertainment. I hnnk'<; nlcr^ tr* oi:*!____ »


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MELLAINIE and MOLLIE WEBB, Clitheroe


Festival built on town^s character


the tovvn in spite of the weather. iteri^lnr-fir"**’


enjoying the variety of stalls and enter- many visitors into


ited locals can only take place with the


support of the local council, so hank! are due there also, but the council note that it is the Jown’s d S t i v e c^ar


^nn^t ® ^^Pemarkets and coffee w populate our high streets, whilst


‘‘Tree nf Transition Town Clitheroc facilities for young people, more tr e i7


in the organisation and delivery of the wonderful Sheepfest/Streetfest in Clithe roe on Saturday (May 7th). It was great to see residents of all ages


community-spir­ to all involved The “sheep” decorated by the local


lander Richard Savoury was interesting and very entertaining. The Morris Danc­


feast of free fun MY daughter and I would like to thank the organisers of the Sheep Pest that took place in Clitheroe this weekend. The sheep demonstration by New Zea­


man who had seen what I had just done, grabbed the cash and chased after me to hand it oyer. I was so dropped on by my own stupidity when I realised what I had done, I don’t even think I managed to muster a word of gratitude. So, in the hope that the gentleman con­


to an honest gent ON Saturday, May 7th, I went to the cash machine outside The Spar Shop in Whalley and for whatever reason, my brain wasn’t engaged and I walked away without taking the substantial amount of money 1 had just withdrawn. To the rescue came an honest gentle­


Ribble Valley Borough Council and Clit­ heroe Town Council I would like to thank each and evciy person who voted for us last Thursday. \Vhilst we hoped one of us might make


new car parks. Our newly elected councH needs to listen to the people!


flowers and places to grow food, more use of renewable energy and a proper farm ers markets for local produce, all of whkh would bring sustainable levels of busi ness into the town, not more chains and


KATE MURRAY, Victoria Street,’ Clitheroe


Have you see our


missing cat? I AM appealing for any information about our cat that went missing on Satur-


haired. If you have found him and are feeding him, we would like to thank you for looking after him, but please, please please could you return him to our family as we are devastated by his loss.


Highfield Road area of Clithcroc. He is grey all over and semi-ions


Tel. 01200 426273 or 07707 659716 C. BlioWELL Auction success a


show of solidarity I WRITE to thank all those who con­ tributed to the auction which the Save


turned up in their droves and it was dif­ ficult to find a space to stand when the bidding started. A sum of just over £3,500 was made, which will boost our funds in the ongoing fight against large scale de­ velopment in the village. The spirit of the campaigners was


captured in the mood of the day, which was thoroughly enjoyed by so many who helped or attended. Successful events such as this give us the means and the will to carry on the fight to save our village. NICK WALKER. Chairman,


Save Whalley Village Campaign . Thanks also to The Clitheroe Adver- m


Town should be so proud of hospital


I HAD a total hip replacement plus bone graft in Wrightington Hospital on April 8th.


its hospital.


to Clitheroe Community Hospital for re­ habilitation. During my stay I was treated with the utmost respect by a friendly and caring staff. The food was excellent and the physiotherapy thorough! Clitheroe should be extremely proud of


The following week I was transferred


MRS KATE CREIG, Riverside,


Clitheroe


^Merci beaucoup’ to our supporters


and - so far in excess of £5,000 has been rai.sed. A presentation dinner will be held later in the year. Merci beaucoup! ROGER HARGREAVES


and PETE PARKES


WE would like to say a very big thank you to everyone who sponsored us on our charity bike ride to Rivesaltes. The response has been overwhelming


was most generous in its support, giving a mountain of items to be auctioned. Many of the village traders sponsored the event as well, which was greatly appreciated and showed a solidarity with the cause. Dealers and members of the public


Whalley Village campaign group ran on Saturday. It was a resounding success. The village


Haylmrst Street/ news BASHALL EAVES


Parish council The parish meeting will be


Following the meeting at 8 p.m. there will be an illustrated talk by Mr Mark Thornber entitled “Old Clitheroc”.


BILLINGTON


Community An inspiring service at


Billington Community Church on Sunday was


in the Bible”. The Bi­ ble readings were from John Chapter 2 “Wed­ ding in Canan” and Proverbs “The Virtuous Woman”, read by Miss Duckworth. Flowers for the table were provided


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Cafe bar is closed on Sat­ urday, May 14th, and re-opens Saturday, May 21st.


BOLTON-BY- BOWLAND


Safari supper The annual fund-raising


Tickets are £15 avail­ able from Shaun Lloyd 447728 or Iain Harris 447064.


FANS At the meeting of Friends


And Neighbours, in Bol- ton-by-Bowland, Sue Woodcock gave a highly entertaining account of her life from “Cop- per to Shepherd”. She


She said her positions


she applied to become a WPC. During her train­ ing she learnt to control traffic to music and ride a motor cycle.


brought up in London by her grandmother, her love of animals and the outside life started at a very early age. After a year at secretarial col­ lege she decided this was not the life for her, so


event for Bolton-by- Bowland Cricket Club is a safari supper to be held on May 21st starting at 7 p.m. with drinks at Fox Ghyll (the squire’s pad). Here your next destination will be revealed for starters and main courses finishing at the Coach and Horses for desserts and a disco.


The service on Sunday, May 15th at 10-45 a.m. will be conducted by Mr Norman Pearson, of Blackburn. All are wel­ come.


held on Tuesday, May 17th in Bashall Eaves Village Hall at 7-30 p.m. All welcome.


Please note; the next meet­ ing is Wednesday, June 1st not 8th as the pro­ gramme shows, which is a printing error. The subject is “The Art of Origami” by Stephen Watson. Hostesses arc Joyce Lilburn, Josic Fawcett and Judith Smalley.


et Duckworth and was VVniSt CriVe based on “Weddings


rtaken by Miss Marga- \A/hic+ rlriv/o


drive is on Wednesday, May 25th at 7-30 p.m. Admission is £3 at the door, raffle prizes and donations can be give to Mrs Joyce Lilburn. All donations are in aid of Cancer Research.


annual Cancer whist


by Mrs Helen Bird, Young farmers Joseph and Megan.


Next week’s meeting is a farm walk, at Simon Stott’s farm at Chipping (post code PR3 2GS) to be at the farm for 7-30 p.m. Members will need wellies and meet in vil­ lage at 645 p.m.


CHATBURN


Cancer funds The Spring half-yearly collection made by the


Last week’s meeting of BoIton-by-Bowland Young Farmers’ Club was a treasure hunt or­ ganised by the advisory. Ben Dyer expressed thanks. Results for the treasure hunt were: 1st, Calum, Ben, Sam; 2nd, Hannah, James; 3rd, Hannah Mellin, Abbie Lund.


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garden. After 28 years in the force she decided to retire and attend ag­ ricultural collage. Sue now lives on a small­ holding in Grassington, where she is very con­ tent with her sheep and chickens. Thanks were given by Claire Dakin.


coffee and scones en route, then on to Llan­ dudno for a three hour stay to enjoy the seaside resort, time to shop, take refreshment, ex­ plore or walk along the pier and promenade. Afterwards travel for a tea-time meal near St Asaph btfore returning home. The coach will leave Chipping bus stop at 9-30 a.m., returning by 8-30 fi.m. All residents of Chipping, Thornley, Leagram, Little Bow- land and Chaigley, aged 60 and over are eligible to attend with partners. If you would to go, please put your name and menu choices on the list in Brabin’s Shop as soon as pos­ sible, but no later than Thursday, May 26th. It is a 51-seater coach, so places will be strictly al­ located on a first-come, first-served basis. For details contact Martin and Barbara Butters on 01995-61586.


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In the county dairy judg­ ing finals held at Hol­ combe, Bury, Peter Holden came joint first with Andrew Harrison, of Slaidburn YFC and Christina Cowell won the intermediates-well done to both Chipping members, whose points now count towards the Stock-judging Award at the County Rally.


visit to Uncle Bob’s Ice Cream, Chipping, to see the ice cream mak­ ing process and mem­ bers should meet at the church steps at 7-20 p.m.


DOWNHAM


Parish church Plans are well in hand to


Organics A thet meeting of Chip­


than intensive farming and local shops selling local produce so people could be aware of the origins of their food. Thanks were expressed by Mrs Doreen Kendal. Raffle winner was Mrs


The chairman and com­ mittee sincerely thank everyone concerned for their generosity and continuing support.


explained how she was St George s I^y vvas cel ,9® ,


On Easter Sunday the resi­ dents and staff celebrat­ ed by wearing bonnets decorated with flowers and Easter eggs.


the home decorated with flags and bunting and traditional English food on the menu.


CHIPPING


moved her around the Welfare trip country and she spent Chipping Welfare Com-


June 2nd to Llandudno.


a long spell as a village mittee’s annual full-day police women, where trip is on Thursday, she kept sheep in her


Chatburn Group for Blackburn District and Ribble Valley commit­ tee for Cancer Research UK raised £4,995.34p from home collection boxes envelopes, boxes in shops and hotels and donations.


The next meeting will be on June 1st when Rob­ ert Wood will give a talk on gemstones and crys­ tals. The competition will be for something sparkling. Visitors and new members always


ebrated at The Manor welcome. House, Chatburn, with Younc farmers


At the meeting of Chip­ ping Young Farmers'


Thanks were expressed by Matt Parkin after which members finalised de­ tails for the Bowland Regional Rally to be held at Gisburn Auc­ tion Mart on Sunday, May 15th - all members are now busy preparing their entries.


Bolton-by-Bowland, gave a very interesting talk on rearing pheas­ ants and game-keeping.


Members should pass their names to Margaret Whitaker if interested in joining the lunch group, meeting at noon in the village hall car park on Wednesday, May 18th.


competition for a pot­ tery pig. Birthday flow­ ers were presented to Hazel Robinson.


organic farming rather A photograph will be taken — :------• _ •


ping W1 Mrs Joan Por­ ter welcomed members and guests and intro­ duced guest speaker, Ian O’Reilley who gave an intriguing talk about Gazegill Organics. His talk included his inter­ est in animal welfare.


judging training event held at Chorley, .Vicki Seed won the juniors and Christina Cowell was first in the interme­ diates.


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The June meeting will be a barbecue, kindly hosted by president Mrs Judy Cowling. Mem­ bers should bring their own cutlery, plates and glasses, their own food to cook and a salad or pudding to share. Also provide their own choice of drinks although wine will be available.


HARROP FOLD


Capella Singers on June 11th at 7-30 p.m. admis­ sion is £7 and includes refreshments. Tickets available at Downham Post Office or ring 01200440450.


next Monday evening of


to replicate one taken years ago that has re­ cently come to light.


GISBURN


Chris Firman and Mrs YoUPig f a rm e r s Pam Gornall won the Members of Gisburn


The District Rally is on May 15th where several members'are to judge.


The herdsman gave a very interesting and compre­ hensive insight into how the dairy unit was run.


Next week’s meeting on Monday, members are to meet at the Festival Hall at 7-30 p.m. New members welcome.


GRINDLETON Club RussiTlI Bury, of Tonight the resolutions Resolutions


Young Farmers’ Club travelled to Bashall Eves where by kind per­ mission of Mr David Barnes, they were able to look round the 2,000 cow dairy unit.


celebrate the cente­ nary of the remodel­ ling of Downham Par- Tonight at 7-45 p.m. is a ish Church in 1911. A gospel night. AH wel- concert will be given by come, the well-known local A On Sunday next the rever


ends Keith and Diane Hunter, of Settle, will minister in word and song. The service will start at 2 p.m. and all are very welcome.


HOLDEN


all the church cleaners AnniVGTSHrV Holden Chapel held its


Collections taken-up were for chapel funds. Organ­ ist for the day were Mrs B. Harrison and Mr M. Blakey.


Members who have not


meeting of Grindleton WI will be held when members will vote on Youth club resolutions relating to The next youth club will be megafarms and the clo­ sure of public libraries. There will be plant and books stalls and mem­ bers are reminded to bring either cakes or a small plate of sand­ wiches for a Jacob’s join supper.


HURST GREEN


held tomorrow in Hurst Green Memorial Hall at 7-30 p.m. All young people over nine-years are welcome to attend.


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Sunday School anniver­ sary services on Sunay when the preacher for the day was Mr Mark Sleet, of Preston. The young people of the Sun­ day School and chapel took part in a sketch “The wine and the fool­ ish man”. The girls sang “Once upon a time”. Those taking part were Seth and Anna Blakey, Andrew Harrison, Han­ nah and Eleanor Binns, Ethan, Isaac and Ailsa Bury. Mr Sleet and fam­ ily gave a sketch about the parable of the wed­ ding feast. His daughter Bethany Sleet gave an intersting account of her time in Rwanda where she helped in a hospital for three weeks.


at Harrop Christian Fel­ lowship was the interna­ tional evangelist and missionaiy the Rev. Lex Thakur, of Rochdale. He based his message on Joseph’s coat of many colours, comparing Joseph to Jesus. Joseph went to sit on the throne of Pharaoh whereas Je­ sus went from prison to the the throne of God in heaven.


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