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Sad sacrifice of Private Taylor Research into part of the Hin- dle family history has led to the “find” ofwhatwouldbea great uncle. "■ His name was Henry Norman Taylor, who lived on Pimlico ; Road before joining up to the Soth Manchester Regiment in early 1917 when he was 18 years old. His unit was sent to Prees Heath Camp, Shropshire, for training.,: He died on March 17th that year in Prees Heath Military Hospital. There appear to have been numerous deaths like this at this camp. At least two questions were asked in Parliament during WWI concerning the con­ ditions of the place and the number of deaths among those training there. The death certificat e gave as cause of death: “Cerebro Spi- - nal Fever” (meningitis?).; ■ The Clitheroe Advertiser, on March 23rd 1917, gave a report on his last days, his funeral at Tilstock Parish Church near the camp and Memorial


Service in Clitheroe Parish Church. A website has revealed that his


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name is on a war memorial in the Craven area, but as yet we have not been able to locate it. Hissacrifice(albeitnotinthe trenches) was being remem­ bered, alongside other trainee soldiers who died at Prees Heath Camp, at Tilstock Par­ ish Church on November 11th. Will his death (and any others ■ who died in training to serve their country in war) have . been remembered in any way at all in Clitheroe? Further research has revealed that Prees Heath Camp was “a hastily erected camp, which under adverse weather condi­ tions would have been quite uninhabitable, even for hard­ ened soldiers. No duckboards. people slept on groundsheets and straw (mattresses)...” Little seems to be known by the public about conditions which trainees had to endure before going to France. For morale’s sake, it was necessary until November 11th, 1918, but afterthewar? - Perhaps this letter will show1 a ; little more about what did hap-' pentosomeofour trainee sol­ diers during the First World


War and the horrendous con- ditions in at least one camp here in England. Tony Hlndle (by email).


DEVELOPMENT


A Barrow load of problems 1 received a letter about pro­ posed buildings at the back of the Bay Horse at Barrow, about 12 months ago. . Some of the villagers met the people concerned and were told they are doing away with two-thirds of the car park, leaving just enough room for people living at numbers 16 to 21 tobe able to access the car park and park behind their - houses, about 18 feet from their back wall; So now what will happen when the dustbin men and wagon turn up on Wednes­ day? He’ll have to drive round the carpark, back up to No 17 and empty 20 bins plus blue ones. The only way he will be abletodothatistobackoffthe main road, and they’ll have to - wheel the bins to the wagon, meaning they will be blocking the access road. The other way is for everyone concerned to put their bins outside on the front pave­ ment, restricting the path for people taking their children to school, the bin wagon tak­ ing about 10 minutes to empty them, blocking the road and causing congestion. The car park when owned by Duttons brewery and then Whitbread - maybe only on a verbal agreement - was shared for customer parking, so now where are customers of the Bay Horse supposed to park? There has never been a prob­ lem with parents parking there, and walking down down the path behind Old Row to drop their children off in the morning, 8-30 to 9 am, and


picking them up 3-30 to 4 pm. There will benoplaceto park,


which will mean the 20-30 cars will have to park on the


main road, which is totally


gridlocked between those times/


The plan states that the pub the Dog and Partridge and the cottage next door are to be ' pulled down to make a better


access offa mini-roundabout. If this happend six, maybe eight, houses facing the en­ trance will finish up with dou­


ble yellow lines outside their homes and nowhere to park.


What the powers-that-be in Clitheroe should do is get off their backsides and come down to Barrow at school times and bin days to see the


amount of problems this will cause, instead of sitting in their offices looking at plans.


^ - Write to Tlte Editor, Clitheroe Advertiser andTimes, Fern Court Business Centro, Castlegate, Clitheroe,BB71flZ|Orernailduncan.sniitht(a)jpress.coiik


Some of the houses being built at Barrow Brook haven’t been soldyet, so why keep building? The pub and cottage should stay, and the owners made to take off the tin sheets. I can’t understand why the council allowed this to happen in the first place. It’s a nice village spoiledby thesetwo eyesores. I’m sure the developers can do something with these two buildings. The cottage would be ideal for a first-time buyer, and the pub put back as a pub. Name and address supplied, Barrow


TV LICENCE FEE


Fee is not right for digital age With more than 27,000 people between the ages of 18 and 25 caught watching or record- ing live TV without a licence over the past 12 months it is clear that the sooner we move


to scrap the licence fee the better. Many 18 to 25-year-olds are in foil time education and living away from home in university orstudent accommodation. Students who live together but hold separate tenancy agreements must each pay £145.50 if they want to watch TV in their own rooms and many, who only watch catch­ up services, are badgered by - endless threatening letters by the Licensing Authority with threats of fines of up to £1,000. The concept of TV licensing is outdated and firmly belongs in a pre-digital era when the BBC held a dominant market share. A report by the Broadcast­ ers Audience Research Board revealed that commercial TV broadcasters achieved a mar­ ket share of 67.7% in 2013 with BBC channels reporting a long term decline. Whilst I welcome moves for


TV licence evasion to become


a civil, rather than a criminal matter, it is high time that the


£14 5-50 fee was scrapped al­ together and the BBC made to pay their own way.'


PaulNuttall, UK1P North West MEP BARROW HOUSES


Jnfair.to blame ust our council


As someone who has lived in Barrow now for almost fifty f


years I found the letter and photograph from your cor­


respondent in your Novem­ ber 6th edition particularly


Paul Watson


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EricBeardsworth erfcheardsworth@jpressuo.uk Reporter .


poignant.Beforeitwasleft as a pleasant and useful open' ■;


space for local residents, and others, the land was farmed ' andusedforgrazingsheep


. and cattle. I have pleasant memories of helping to gather in hay crops on summer eve-


nings and rounding up sheep • to help take them to market and, on one particularly excit'


ing occasion, helping at the ' birth of a bull calf. '


It is extremely sad to see the destruction of such a pleasant


meadowfor all time. How- ' ever, to describe it as council ’ sanctioned is not entirely cor-,


red. Planning permission was originally refused by the coun­ cil and the planning officers, .'


but was granted by a planning inspector on appeal, as has happenedin so many of the ' cases,which have been granted


locally. In most cases the fault lies with the Government and: its mad dash to build houses at whatever the cost to local com­


munities and, however much it appears to fly in the face of any sort of local democracy. Your correspondent describes


it, appropriately, as the “Great British Housing Scam”. . I wonder how many local peoplehavenoticedthatan outline planning applica- tion has been submittedby'; Admiral Taverns to increase . the number of houses already; given permission behind Old Row in Barrow from 23 to 170. Another blow to the residents of Barrow and which will, if allowed, take the number of houses either built or planned locally to just over 1,000 - a figure which caused so much controversy over the proposed Standen Estate scheme. This proposal also includes demolishing two of the prop­ erties in Old Row, the oldest houses in the village which were originally built to house workersattheBarrowPrint • Works and which was an early example of employer benevo-: lence at a time when many had such a bad name for the treat- ; ment of their employees. The imminent approval of the local Core Strategy might bring some relief and I wel- v. come the comment by Nigel ; Evans that the approval of ap­ plications should, perhaps, wait until an approved local development plan is in place. However, for many in the Rib:, ble Valley, and particularly the Barrow/Whalleyarea,it ; will come too late and we shall have to live with the conse- . quences ofpoor decision mak­


ing for a long time to come. . Arnold Bettess Barrow


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: BILLINGTOM


Party A Jacob’s Join and social


evening takes place at Billing- ton and Larigho Village Hall on Saturday December 27th from 7-30 pm. It will cost £5 per ticket - call the hall mobile/A. Rogerson on 07772 790954, 07966 425504, or email: Info@ billingtonlangho.org.uk or carolyntopham@hotmail. co.uk Entertainment will be provided by an excellent fe­ male vocalist and there will be a quiz, karaoke and raffle with all profits going to hall funds.


BOLTON-BY-BOWLAND David welcomed guests to 8ist charter dinner


Young Farmers Membersof Bolton-by


Bowland Youung Farmers traveled to Burnley for a night of 10-pin bowling ready for the county competitions. Last week was the annual village bonfire which saw a dry night with fireworks and hot pot suppers served. Organisers want to thank all those who supported the event and provided hot pots. Next week’s meeting is the “Bolton-by- Bowland Bake-Off” with Hilary Berry, meeting at 7-45 pm in the village hall.


CHATBURN


Teaandchat The next tea and chat will


take place on Tuesday Novem­ ber 18th from 2 to 4 pm at the Methodist Chapel (offDown- hain Road). There will be tea and homemade cakes for just £1 and everyone is welcome.


CHIPPING_________


History society Members of Chipping Lo­


cal History Society welcomed Dr David Hunt, who gave an il­ lustrated talk on “Horrockses of Preston - the greatest name in cotton”. John Horrocks, who was born in Bolton, ' built his first spinning mill in Preston in 1791 and this initial project developed into the centre of the world-renowned Horrockses cotton empire. By 1913, at the time of the


visit of King George V and Queen Mary, the company was the largest in Britain and the “Yard Works” was one of the most important industrial sites in the world. Dr Hunt detailed the difficulties the company encountered after the First World War, with the beginning of cheap imports from the East and the cotton ' industry’s gradual decline. Horrockses vacated Cente­ nary Mill, its last remaining mill in the town, in 1986. The next meeting of the


society is on Tuesday No­ vember 18th at 7-45 pm in St


The Rotary Club of Clitheroe has held its 81st charter anniversary dinner. Our picture shows club president David Evans with his guests from other local Rotary Clubs, the Round Table, Clitheroe Lions, and Ribble Valley Borough Council.


Mary’s Community Hall when DrAJanCrosbywillspeakon : “Unofficial Place Names in , 19th and 20th Century South Lancashire”. On Tuesday December


2nd, commencing at the ear­ lier time of 7-15 pm, is the soci­ ety’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by supper and a short film featuring the devastating floods in the Dunsop Bridge area in 1967. Members and friends are also invited to bring along any First World War memorabilia they may have. New members'and visitors will be most welcome at both meetings. For more information visit:


www.chippinghistory.co.uk or call 01772 864289.


Christmas shopping Chipping Welfare Com­


mittee (CHAOS) is running a Christmas shopping trip and lunch on Wednesday November 26th to Banny’s fish and chip restaurant and Boundary Mill Store, Colne. Please note, there will be a £6-50 charge for lunch. The coach will leave Chipping bus stop at 11-15 am, returning around 5 pm. All residents of Chipping, Thornley, Leagram, Little Bowland and Chaigley aged 60 and over are eligible to attend with partners. Anyone interested should add their name to the list in Brabins Shop. For details call Martin and Barbara Butters on 01995 61586.


Film night On Monday November


10th members of Chipping Young Farmers met for a film night watching Shrek. A fun night was had by all with the senior members watching an old favorite and some younger members watching something new. The debate teams gave accounts of their competition and future events such as the annual club meeting were dis- cussed.Next week the club will meet for an evaluation night •


by land permission of the Moore family. For informa­ tion about coming along and


joining the club don’t hesitate to get in touch with Paul Bailey by calling 07783661927 or emailing: paulbaileyi997@ gmail.com


Bathing talk Matthew Lepp, of tiger/


muffin soaps, was the speaker for the November meeting for Chipping WI. Mr Lepp, from Formby, gave a demonstration making a bath bomb, shower gel and soap. Members also learned some of the history of soap and also the development of soap and related products. The planned speaker was unable to attend so Mr Lepp kindly steppedin. Hewas thanked by Christine Stott. This was followed by the AGM at which Barbara Debney was elected president with Jean Amory and Doreen Kendall remaining as secretary and treasurer. Retiring President Dorothy Preston was thanked for her hard work over the past three years. A minute’s si­ lence was observed for former member Betty Costelle, who died recently. Next month’s meeting, on December3rd, is the Christmas party and members will be entertained by magician Mr Brian Berry. There is a Jacob’s Joinandthe gift for “Secret Santa” is to be to the value of £5. •


PUNSOPBRIPGE


Parish council meets There will be a parish


council meeting on Tuesday November 18th at 7-30 pm in thevillagehali.AIlwelcome. ■


GISBURN


Remembrance Gisburn village spent the


-weekend honouring its fallen heroes with an exhibition in St Mary’s Church to com­ memorate the centenary of the First World War. This had


been put together by one of


’ the churchwardens work­ ing with the children of the village’s primary school. The main focus of the display was nine large posters depicting eachofthedeadmeniisted on the village war memorial. This illustrated the excellent work of village historian Mrs Dorothy Falshaw. The early life


. of the men was noted, along with their military service details, then, sadly reports of their deaths and funerals, taken from The Clitheroe


Advertiser and Times and The Craven Herald. The typing for the posters was done by two 10-year-old girls form


. the school. There was also information about Tom Wad- dington, who was awarded the Military Medal for Gallentry in the First World War. Other aspects of life between 1914 and 1918 were also included along with memorabilia. In ' September Gisburn Primary School pupils visited London to see the now-famous poppy installation at the Tower. Inspired by this, theypeople created their own poppies and these were displayed on a magnificent tableau on the chancel steps, complemented by huge poppies made by Mrs Anne Waters. Younger pupils’work was


displayed on boards inside the church door. There was written work on the theme of Remembrance, paintings and poppies on card which were used to decorate pew ends. On Saturday, Gisburn WI organised a coffee and cake morning, with a cake stall and raffle, raising £290 for the work ofthe Royal British Legion. On Sunday, St Mary’s was crowded for the service of Remembrance, led by the vicar, the Rev. Dr Anderson Jeremiah. The school had again linked with the church and provided fouryoung readers to take part. As they read, Dr Jeremiah scattered poppy petals over them from


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the pulpit. As is the custom at Gisbum, the whole congrega­ tion then processed along the main street to the war memo- • rial for the act of homage. The uniformed organistions of the village were represented and the Cubs lowered their flags during the two minutes’ silence. It is customary for the chairman of the parish council, Mr John Falshaw, to lay a wreath on behalf of the people, but he handed it to the two school typists to place it. The Cubs also laid ■ two wreaths. Rev. Jeremiah . read aloud the names of the nine fallen soldiers. As each name was read out, a school pupil came forward to plant a small wooden cross in the flower bed by the memorial, a poignant reminder of the folly at war. Following the service and parade, refreshments were served in church and many people looked again at the exhibition and had time to reflect.


GRINDLETON


Birthday party Members are reminded


that tonight’s meeting of Grindleton WI is the Insti­ tute’s 82nd birthday party and will be be held at The Three Millstones at West Bradford. Please arrive at 7 for 7-30 pm when a two-course meal, fol­ lowed by birthday cake, will be served.


Remembrance A special service of


Remembrance was held at St Ambrose Church last Sunday. During the service, an act of Remembrance took place at the memorial plaque and the two minute silence was observed. Wreaths were laid by Jeff Cowling for the parish council, Ann Con­ nell for Grindleton WI, and Phillip Latham for St Am­ brose Church. The service was conducted by the Rev. Geoff Dearden who also gave the address.


HARROPFOLP


Fellowship Harrop Christian Fellow­


ship welcomed Charles Scott- Pearson, of Bedford, to the Thursday Bible Study when he gave an interesting presen­ tation of the life of George- Whitefield. On Sunday, the Rev. David Isaacs, of Martin Top church, led the service, the theme being Remem­ brance Day. The two minutes’ silence were observed and Rev. Isaacs spoke on the hor­ rors ofwar. On Thursday the House


Group will be held in Black-• burn.


. Next Sunday the speaker


will be Alan Reeve, of Roch­ dale. All are welcome.


HURSTGREEN


Trail race Once again the annual


Turkey Trot is approach­ ing, taking place this year on Sunday December 14th. This trail race starts on the Dene and goes past Greengore and half-way up Longridge Fell. It then traverses the fell and comes back down to the road, then retraces its steps to Greengore, then back through Sand Rock to finish just before Stonyhurst gates. In order for the race to run smoothly marshalls are needed. Organ­ iser Chris Barnes will give a substantial donation to the Memorial Hall in return for a team of marshalls. If you can help for a couple of hours, noon to 2 pm (ish), please let Nancy Bailey know by email­ ing: nancy@rivers-mead.co.uk or calling 01254 826903.


WI annual meeting The WI AGM will be on.


Thursday November 27th at the Memorial Hail. Bringyour own crockery, cutlery and a glass, supper is provided by the committee. This is also the time to


bring your payment for the Christmas meal which will be held at The Shireburn on Tuesday December 11th. Guests are welcome, phone Barbara for details on 01254 826350. The WI also have tickets for the Stonyhurst production of “Oh What a Lovely War” on December 4th. Contact Barbara for details and to reserve a ticket.


Christmas pantry There will be a sale of


home-made Christmas good­ ies at St John’s Old School on Saturday November 15 th from 10 am until 12-30 pm. There will be jams, chutneys, pud­ ding and cakes all ready for you to fill your cupboards for the festive period. Entry is £1 please contact Gill McDonnell 826378 for more information.


CoffeeStop On Monday November


17th the 3 in 1 Coffee Stop at St John’s Old School Hall, Hurst Green, is holding a fund-raiser for the terrible Ebola crisis in West Africa. There will be the usual tea, • coffee cakes clothes and books


. on offer, but in addition there will be a special cake stall and


a tombola with loads of inter­ esting prizes. Any monies raised will go


to support the work of the charity Mary’s Meals who continue to provide food and assistance in the Ebola hit areas of West Africa. ' Anyone who can help '


with a tombola prize or cakes 1 should contact David or Gill Jacques on 01254 878222.


Please come along and sup- •


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