3rd January 1933

BROSELEY.

WHIST DRIVE AND DANCE.—On Boxing Night the Town Hall was engaged jointly by the Whitehall Rovers Football Club and the Broseley branch of the Wrekin Division Labour Party for whist and a dance. There were 23 tables occupied for the whist, for which Mr. E. C. S. White carried out the duties of M.C. Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Allen (Speed’s Lane), were the winners of the first prizes, and the other prizewinners were:—Ladies: 2 Miss Lily Evans (Iron-Bridge),3 Miss Lena Evans. Gents.: 2 Mr. P. Bagley, 3 Mr. T. Goodall. The prizes were presented by Mrs. E. Milward, to whom a vote of thanks was accorded, on the motion of Mr. P. A. Dixon, and seconded by Mr. J. Casey. A vote of thanks was also passed to Mr. White for his services, as M.C. The dance was attended by a happy crowd, and Mr. Arthur Evans acted as M.C. Spot dance prizes were won by Mr. and Mrs. ‘I’. Sankey. The secretariat duties were carried out by Mr. P. A. Dixon, and he was well assisted by the committee. Mrs. Evans (caretaker) provided the refreshments.

THE -FUNERAL of the Rev. Leonard Banner, B.D., pastor of Whitegate Baptist Church, Blackpool, took place on Saturday at Broseley. His death occurred suddenly on the previous Monday at his residence, The Manse, Whitegate Avenue, Blackpool, at the age of 50. Deceased had a breakdown in health about 18 months ago, and was ordered to take a three months’ rest and change, following a heart attack, and since returning to his duties, appeared to he getting better, and the sudden end came as a great shock and grief to a large circle. He had held the pastorate of the Whitegate Baptist Church for a period of 5 to 6 years, and he was held in the highest respect. A memorial service was held there on Christmas morning, which was attended by a large congregation. His connection with Broseley arose from his visits to the Congregational Church to preach at special services on various occasions when a student of Rawdon College, Leeds. He married the eldest daughter (Lily) of the late Mr. Alfred and Mrs. Williams of Broseley Wood, and leaves a widow and only daughter. The body was brought from Blackpool on Saturday, and rested in the Congregational Church until the funeral service, which was conducted by the Rev. E. T. Hartshorne (pastor). As the family mourners entered the church, Miss E. Owen (organist) played “O rest in the Lord,” and during the service deceased’s favourite hymns, “O blessed life,” and “For all the saints” were sung. The Rev. E. T. Hartshorne, in a short address, made reference to the deceased’s inspiring example and unselfish work for the church, and his great accomplishments. As the cortege left the sacred edifice, the coffin being borne by members of the church, the organist played the Dead March” (“Saul”). The interment took place in the Broseley Cemetery, the last rites being also performed by the Rev. E. T. Hartshorne.

SOCIAL CLUB.—A fair company attended the weekly whist drive, held on Monday, at which Mrs. P. Bagley distributed prizes to the following:— Ladies: 1 Mrs. E. Harrison, 2 Mrs. J. Casey. Gents.: 1 Mr. W. Dodd (Queen Street), 2 Mr. Leslie Leadbetter. The M.C’s duties were carried out by Mr. R. Hood, who, on behalf of his committee, thanked Mrs. Bagley for her service.

POLICE COURT, Dee. 23, before the Mayor (Mr. O. D. Murphy), Lord Forester, Col. Sir Charles Yate, and Messrs. W. J. Legge, J. Nicklin, E. J. Exley, W. Roberts and J. S. Barker. The magistrates’ clerk announced that the Licensing Justices had fixed Feb. 3 as the date for the general licensing meeting.—An application for the renewal of a cinema license for the Memorial Hall, Much Wenlock, made by Mr. W. Woof, was granted.—Mr. J. W. Littlewood (Wellington) made an application on behalf of Mrs. Caroline Smith, 36, Sycamore Road, Broseley Wood, for possession of a room in her house occupied by Mr. John Aston, his wife and five children. An order was made for possession, suspended for one month.—Cyril Lloyd, 12, Dale Road, Coalbrookdale, motor driver, was charged on the information of P.C. Davies (Broseley) with riding a bicycle without a red rear light or reflector at Rudgewood, Broseley, at 11-40 p.m. on Dec. 14, and was ordered to pay 5s. including costs.—William Tipton, 25, Church Street, Broseley, labourer, for riding a bicycle without a front light in New Road, Broseley, at 5 p.m. on Dec. 15, was fined 5s. including costs.—Three farmers—Victor John Davies, Marsh Farm, Much Wenlock; Samuel Austin Powell, Dean Farm, Broseley and Cohn Dyas, Little Posenhall Farm, near Broseley, were charged with allowing horses to stray on the highway at night on various dates in December. Supt. Barber stated that these cases had been brought as a warning, and they did not wish to press them, but it was most important that animals should he kept off the roads at night, as accidents were frequently happening through animals straying. In dismissing the cases on payment of costs (4s. each), the Mayor said that it was important that animals should be kept up. (Lord Forester did not adjudicate in these three cases.)

BROSELEY,

OBITUARY.—The death of Mr. Jas. Oakley, coal dealer and haulier, Woodlands Road, Broseley Wood, occurred on Saturday in his 38th year, after a painful illness patiently borne; lasting about 10 weeks. Deceased was the third son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Oakley, and followed on with the business after his father’s death.—The funeral took place on Wednesday at the Parish Church, the service being conducted by the Rev. C. S. Jackson (Rector). The interment was in Broseley Cemetery.

PARISH CHURCH CAROL SERVICE. — On Sunday evening, after shortened evensong, which was conducted by the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson), a carol service was held, and a large congregation attended. The service commenced with the processional hymn, “Hark! the herald angels sing,” and concluded with the recessional “As with gladness men of old.” The programme’ was as follows:—Carol, “The First Nowell”; carol, “The Shepherds found Thee by night”; tenor solo, “The Gift,” Mr. F. S. Francis; carol, “Unto us a Child is born,” sung by Mr, W. E. Davis (choirmaster), with the choir taking the last verse; hymn, “O come, all ye faithful,” congregation; carol, “Joseph and the Angel”; carol, “Good King Wenceslas,” sung by Master Leonard Beaman, assisted by Mr. F. S. Francis. The rector gave a short address on the closing of the Old Year and resolutions for the New Year.

CHOIR BOYS CHRISTMAS PARTY. —With their customary kindness, Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Broadhurst entertained the Parish Church choir boys to a sumptuous party on Tuesday at their residence in Cape Street. The rector and Mr. Walter E. Davis (choirmaster) visited the party during the evening. Each, boy received a present from a Christmas tree, and Mr. F. C. Howells (Field House), assisted in amusing the guests with numerous conjuring tricks. Carols were also sung: At the close of an enjoyable evening Masters J. Teece, J. Hartshorne and L. Sanger proposed, seconded and supported, respectively, a hearty vote of thanks to their host and hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Broadhurst give great help to the choir in this manner, and the rector and choirmaster voiced their appreciation.’

CARNIVAL DANCE.—A New Year’s Eve carnival dance, organised by the Perish Church Sunday school teachers was held in the Town Hall. Mr. Bert Wase carried out the duties of M.C. The hall bad been decorated and dance favours and novelties were distributed. At midnight the company all joined bands awl sang “Auld Lang Syne” and the. National Anthem, and the Rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson) offered up a special prayer. Simultaneously with the dance a small whist drive was held in the Conservative and Unionist Room in the lower part of the hall, and this room was decorated too. Mr. E. C. S. White acted as M.C. and Miss May Potts presented the prizes to the following:-1 Mrs. A. G. Oswell, 2 Mrs. L. Watson (Coalport);. 1 Mr. B. Beaman, 2 Mr. Cecil Harrison. The proceeds will be devoted to the Sunday school fund.

10^th January 1933

JACKFIELD.

A WHIST DRIVE was held at the Institute on Jan. 2. There were 15 tables made up, and Mr. Isaac Cross carried out the M.C.’s duties, The winners .of prizes were 1 Miss L. Evans, 2 Mrs. Cornes, junr., 3 Miss S. Jones, 4 Mrs. P. Bagley, consolation Mrs. W. Gallier; 1 Mr. Cowdell, 2 Mr. Stanley Watkins, 3 Mr. G. Britton, 4 Mr. S. Poole, consolation Mr. W. Summers. The rector (Rev. J. H. Roberts) presented the prizes. The proceeds were for the Institute’s funds.

BROSELEY.

WESLEYAN SUNDAY SCHOOL.—The annual prize distribution took place recently, and was presided over by Mr. C. R. Jones (superintendent), when 129 scholars received books for regular attendance during the past year. Fifteen scholars obtained the “Round O” prize for complete attendance, 18 scholars first prizes, 23 scholars second prizes, and 73 scholars third prizes. Mrs. R, Bunnagar presented the prizes in the presence of a number of parents and friends, and gave an address to the scholars, and words of encouragement to the officers and teachers. The secretary (Mr. A. O. Jones) gave the school attendance, and explained how the prizes were gained.

SOCIAL CLUB.—The weekly whist drive was held on Monday. Mr. R. Hood again undertook the duties of M.C., and the prize-winners were Mrs. C. Meredith, 2 Mrs. T. Jones (Queen Street); 1 Mr. W. Dodd (Queen Street), 2 Mrs. J. Tisdale (playing as gent.). The prizes were presented by Mrs. G. Taylor.

UNITED BROTHERHOOD.—At the meeting held on Sunday afternoon in the -Wesleyan Chapel, the Rev. J. H. Roberts (rector of Jackfield), continued his series of lectures on the subject, “God and the Individual.” The president (Mr. Hugh Welsh, Willey Old Hall), occupied the chair, and the Rev. J. H. Roberts conducted the prayers. During the afternoon the Fellowship hymns, “Light of the World,” “O Thou, the true and only light,” and “Lord of all life,” were sung, under the leadership of the precentor, Mr. F. S. Francis. Mr. A. J. Hartshorne (hon. secretary), presided at the organ.

BROSELEY

OLD FOLKS’ PARTY.—The old folks’ party given annually by the members of the Wesleyan Church was held on Wednesday in the schoolroom. The room had been decorated and presented a very pleasing sight. The Rev. E. F. Gibson presided and the lady members attended to the wants of the happy company. The Rev. E. D. Gibson at the piano led the company in the singing of carols, etc., and Mrs. Hartshorne (Coppice Head, Benthall), one of the guests who has reached the ripe age of 86, favoured the party with a recitation entitled “Heaven” in a manner which called for great applause. Later, the proceedings were taken over by the Merrymakers concert party, who gave a variety entertainment of songs, duets, choruses, recitations and sketches. The party came to an end at 9 o’clock, when each guest on leaving was handed a small present. Those guests who would have had difficulty in getting to and from the schoolroom were conveyed in cars kindly provided by Mr. F. C. Howells and Messrs. Burns and Son.

THE WEDDING took place on Saturday at Benthall Parish Church, the Rev. J. H. Roberts (rector of Jackfield) officiating, of Miss M. E. Denstone, second daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs, T. Denstone, 14, Woodlands Green, Broseley, and Mr. T. Gething, of Benthall, eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Getting, Broseley. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. W. Denstone, was attired in brown georgette and silk lace with velour hat to match, and carried a bouquet of bronze chrysanthemums and smilax. She was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss J. Denstone (youngest sister of the bride), and Miss Frances Brown (only niece of the bridegroom), they being attired in wine-coloured georgette-crepe, with hats to match, and carried pale pink chrysanthemums. Mr. J. Gething, only brother of the bridegroom, carried out the duties of best man. They were the recipients of numerous presents.

NONAGENARIAN’S DEATH. — The death occurred on Jan. 2 of Mrs. Elizabeth Dickin, of Simpson’s Lane, at the age of 93. Deceased, who was a native of Huddersfield, Yorks., was the widow of Mr. Francis Dickin (brother to the late Mr. J. B. Dickin, draper, of Oakengates), who many years ago was in business in High Street, Broseley, as a grocer provision merchant, and draper, afterwards carrying on business as a grocer at Tontine Hill, Iron-Bridge, in which town he died. Deceased survived her husband and an only child (a son) by several years and, since their deaths, has lived alone in Broseley. The funeral took place on Tuesday at Broseley Cemetery. The service was conducted by the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson), and the family mourners were Mr. Trough ton (nephew), and Mrs. Cartnell (niece). Mrs. J. Roper and Mrs. Lloyd (neighbours) also attended.

DISTRICT COUNCIL.

A meeting of the District Council was held on Wednesday, Alderman J. Nicklin presiding.

Reporting on finance, the Clerk stated that the January precept had been received, and the general district account showed a credit balance of £945 19s. 10d., which, after cheques being drawn that day to the amount of £150 18s. 7d, would reduce the balance to £795 1s. 3d. In the water account payments into the bank had been made by the collectors amounting to £56 7s. 5d. during the month, which reduced the debit balance to £232 13s., and, taking the two accounts together, they would show a net credit of £561 8s. 3d., as against a net credit of £152 17s. at the corresponding period last year. —The Chairman considered it a satisfactory position to be £400 better off as compared with last year.—The Collector reported that he had collected £139 13s. 5d. of the present instalment of the water rate, and he had £6 10s. in hand, and that the gross outstandings amounted to £257 16s. 7d.

The Inspector gave particulars of the number of drains emptying into the Benthall Brook from the Broseley and Barrow Wards, and the meeting decided that the work of piping the brook should be continued with as and when they could afford the money, and it was mentioned that the Barrow Ward would be prepared to contribute a proportion of the cost.

The Surveyor submitted a report and plan he had received in respect to the sewage plant for the King Street housing site, giving the estimated cost as £52 for the plant, and £75 for the brickwork, etc. sufficient for the existing 10 houses, and an alternative estimate of £90 and £100 respectively for a plant of an increased size sufficient to meet the additional requirements should it be decided to erect further houses on the site at a future date.— To enable the committee to come to a decision in the matter it was arranged for all the members to meet on the site.

MADELEY.

INMATES ENTERTAINED. — The New Year party of the inmates of the Poor-Law Institution was held on Thursday, commencing with tea, the arrangements being carried out by the master, matron and staff. A concert followed, given by the Broseley Melody Makers concert party, and Mr. R. N. Moore presided. The programme, consisting of choruses, recitations, songs, sketches, etc., was greatly enjoyed. The leader of the party, Mr. A. O. Jones brought roars of laughter with his humorous turns. The artistes were Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. N. Ball, Mrs. C. Thomas, Mr. F. Williams, Mr. E. Humphreys, the Misses Rene Bennett, Edith Humphreys, Joan Aston, and Edith Oakley. During the interval gifts of tobacco and oranges were distributed amongst the inmates.

MUCH WENLOCK

PETTY SESSIONS.

Tuesday, before the Mayor (Mr. O. D. Murphy), Lord Forester, Sir Charles Yate, Colonel Heywood, Alderman Legge, Alderman Roberts, and Mr. J. H. Barker.

Charles Matte, Pound Lane, Broseley, was charged with driving, a traction engine without a near side-lights and also with driving a traction engine without a license. Jordan stated the facts and defendant was fined £1 including costs in each case.—Frederick Oakley, High Street, Broseley, was charged with having employed Matts as an unlicensed driver. — Defendant said he was unaware that Matts had not got a license. — P.-C. Jordan that when interviewed defendant made a similar statement. Defendant sent Matts to Shrewsbury the next day to take out a license. — The Mayor said it was important that employers should see that motor drivers they employed were in possession of driving licenses. — Defendant was fined £1 including costs

17^th January 1933

BROSELEY.

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THE FUNERAL of Mrs. Elizabeth Ellen Chard of 7, Maypole Road, Broseley Wood, whose death occurred on January 5 at the age of 57 years took place on Saturday at the Parish Church, the Rev. C. T. Jackson (Rector) officiating. Deceased was the widow of Mr. Thomas Chard of Wolverhampton, and the only child of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Instone, who formerly kept the “Lion Hotel,” Broseley. After residing in Wolverhampton for some years, Mrs. Chard returned to Broseley about 25 years ago. Three weeks previous to her death she met with an accident at her home by falling down the stairs, and this was followed by pneumonia from which she died. Deceased in her life-time had had her share of misfortunes, as, about ten years ago, when living in Ball’s Lane, her house was burned to the ground, rendering the family homeless for a time, while in June of last year, she suffered a great shock when her eldest son (Albert), was badly injured in a motor-cycle accident near Peplow, from which he is only just recovering. The family mourners who attended the funeral were her two sons, Albert and Harold; and two daughters, Mrs. Woosnam (Gertie) of Howick, Northumberland; and Mrs. Steele (Florrie) of Prestatyn. The interment was in the Broseley Cemetery.

SOCIAL CLUB. — The winners at the weekly whist drive held on Monday at the Club were:-1 Mrs. E. Walker (Church Street), 2 Mrs. J. Molyneux; 1 Mr. Leslie Gough, 2 Mrs. E. Millward (playing as gentleman). The prizes were presented by Miss Edie Evans, to whom a vote of thanks was moved by Mr. R. Hood, who carried out the duties of M.C.

YOUNG BRITONS’ PARTY.—The annual Christmas party was held on Monday in the Town Hall, and upwards of 80 members were entertained to an excellent tea. Mrs. George Potts (chairman of the branch) was responsible for the arrangements, with the able assistance of Mrs. Crawford (hon. treasurer), Miss M. Powell (hon. secretary), Mr. T. C. Gibbs (Jackfield), and Mr. II. Woodworth (Much Wenlock), pianist. The little Misses Hunt gave a pretty dance, and also distributed books to the children and packets of sweets. During the evening the children sang their anthem, “Flag of the Country,” and a carol, “Noel and the bird,” to the pianoforte accompaniments of Mr. H. Woodworth. Several interested mothers came in and watched the proceedings. Col. Baldwin Webb expressed a reasonable greeting to the members and their parents, and Mrs. Potts spoke on the work of her branch. Kind assistance was also rendered by Miss M. Lloyd, Mrs. W. and Miss Hilda Dodd, Mrs. Edith Jones, Mrs. G. Onion’s, Mrs. A. N. Dixon, Mrs. Molyneux, Miss M. E. Dixon and Mr. J. B. Dixon.

BROSELEY

WESLEYAN CHURCH.-Through the kindness of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Howells (Field House), the church officers and their wives, and also the choir members, Sunday School officials, and teachers, were on Tuesday entertained to tea in the Wesleyan schoolroom, which was prettily decorated. Tea was presided over by the host and hostess, who were accompanied by Mr. Wilfred Howells, Mrs. J. Broadhurst, Rev. C. L. Jackson (rector of Broseley), Rev. E. D. and Mrs. Gibson, .and the Rev. A. R. Millar (Madeley). After pulling of crackers, the Rev. E. D. Gibson thanked Mr. and Mrs. Howells for their interest in the work of the church. The Rev. A. R. Millar seconded, and the expression of thanks was supported by Mr. J. A. Hartshorne (organist and choirmaster), Mr. A. O. Jones (senior society steward), Mr. C. R. Jones (Sunday School superintendent), and Mr. E. R. Gwynne and Mr. P. C. Howells feelingly acknowledged the thanks. The Rev. C. S. Jackson in a few words, also spoke of the pleasure it gave him to he present, and to know and to feel the happy comradeship existing, this party represented. The evening was then devoted to various games, competitions, singing of carols. For the competition arranged by Mr. Howells, prizes were presented by Mrs. Howells to Mrs. Edwards, Mrs. Gwynne, and Mrs. N. Ball, Rev. A. R. Millar, Mr. Frank Williams and Mr. F. Preston, Mr. Howells also, delighted the company with humorous anecdotes and a variety of conjuring tricks, and the happy evening concluded with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” —On the following day about 85 of the older scholars of the Sunday School were entertained; and after all had partaken of tea, Miss Enid Davis proposed a vote of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Howells. Master Denis Williams seconded the proposition, of which the scholars approved most enthusiastically. The room was then cleared for games, etc., and Mr. Howells came along again with his conjuring tricks, which greatly amused and mystified the children, This party came to a conclusion with the singing of a carols etc., but before leaving each scholar was the recipient of a present from Mrs. Howells.—On Thursday the schoolroom was filled with happy folk, when the scholars of Infant department, with their mothers, were entertained to tea. After tea recitations, singing and games were entered into, and presents from a large Christmas tree were handed to children. The thanks were again conveyed to Mr. and Mrs. Howells for a very happy and enjoyable party.

21^st January 1933

BROSELEY.

UNITED BROTHERHOOD. — The monthly meeting of the Men’s Own was held on Sunday in the Methodist Church, and was largely attended. Mr. George Horwill (Birmingham), gave an address on “Spiritual Evolution.” In the unavoidable absence of the president (Mr. Hugh Welsh), the chaplain (Rev. C. S. Jackson, rector of Broseley), took the chair, and also conducted the devotional part of the service. Interspersed with seasonable hymns, under the conductorship of the preceptor (Mr. F. S. Francis), Miss Walsh, Madeley (late of Rhondda Valley), gave solos, and Mr. W. E. Davis (organist), and Mr. W. E. Smith, of Madeley Wood, played the organ accompaniments. The secretary (Mr. J. A. Hartshorne), on behalf of the members, accorded thanks to the speaker, the soloist, and Mr. Smith.

AN INTERESTING WEDDING took place recently at St. Thomas’s Church, Radcliffe, Manchester, of Mr. Percy Thomas Evans, late of Broseley, eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Evans, of Church Street, Broseley, and Miss Annie Pope, only daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Pope, of Asham, Lancs. The bride, who was given away by her brother (Mr. T. Pope), wore a gown of spruce green angel skin and lace, with hat and shoes to match, and carried a bouquet of pints chrysanthemums. She was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Molly Calderbank (friend of the bride), who was attired in a sown of brown crepe-de-Chine, with hat and shoes to match, and carried a bouquet of pink chrysanthemums, and Miss Margaret Olive, who was attired in apple-green, and carried a posy of pink and white chrysanthemums. Mr. Ernest Olive (friend of the bridegroom), acted as best man. The happy couple have taken up their residence in Radcliffe.

THE DEATH occurred on Saturday of Mrs. Mary Dodd, widow of Mr. Henry Dodd, in her 80th year, after a short illness at her home, 11, Pound Lane, having survived her husband by nine years. She leaves four sons and one daughter. The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Tuesday, the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson) officiating, and the interment was in the Broseley Cemetery. The family mourners were:—Mrs W. Clough, of Manchester (daughter), Mrs. Charles Dodd, of Manchester (daughter-in-law), Fred and George (sons), and many relatives.

METHODIST CHURCH PARTIES. Through the kindness of Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Howells (Field House), the officers and their wives of the Methodist Church, together with members of the choir and the Sunday School officials and teachers, were entertained to tea on Jan 11 in the Schoolroom. Tea was presided over by the host and hostess, who were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Howells, Mrs. J. G. Broadhurst, Rev. W. D. Huzzey Davies and the rector of Broseley (Rev. C. S. Jackson). The Rev. W. D. Huzzey-Davies thanked Mr. and Mrs. Howells for their interest in the work of the church, and this was seconded by Mr. A. O. Jones (senior society steward), who spoke on behalf of the officials, and was supported by Mr. Christopher (choirmaster), for the choir, and Mr. C. R. Jones (superintendent), for the Sunday School. The Rev. C. S. Jackson also spoke a few words, and Mr. F. C. Howells acknowledged the thanks, on behalf of himself and his wife. The evening was devoted to various games, and a competition, for which prizes were presented by Mrs. Howells to Miss Edith Oakley and Mr. J. A. Hartshorne. Refreshments were handed round during the evening, and the party came to a close with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne,” “For he’s a jolly good fellow,” and the Doxology.

On the following evening about 90 of the elder scholars of the Sunday School were entertained, and after tea the room was cleared for games, singing, etc. During the evening Miss Edith Oakley proposed a vote of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Howells for the party. Mr. Leonard Morris seconded, to which Mrs. Howells responded. Games concluded, Mrs. Howells presented to each scholar a gift from the Christmas tree.

On the next evening about 40 scholars of the infants’ department were entertained to tea, after which games were indulged in. At the close Mrs. Howells handed to each child a suitable toy from the Christmas tree.

JACKFIELD.

SUNDAY SCHOOL. — The Parish Church Sunday School party was held on Saturday, in the St. Mary’s New Hall. Upwards of 100 sat down to tea, which was presided over by the rector and Mrs. Mason, and served by the ladies’ catering committee, assisted by the Sunday School staff. Afterwards games and dancing were indulged in. Mrs. Mason distributed the prizes, and a vote of thanks was accorded to the rector and Mrs. Mason and the Sunday School helpers, on the proposition of Mr. C. Cross (superintendent). Afterwards the teachers and members of the Bible Class held a social evening.

A PARTY AND DANCE, organised by the members of the Institute, were held in the St. Mary’s New Hall on Jan. 13. Invitations were accepted by the rector (Rev. F. J. Mason), the members of the 1st Jackfield St. Mary’s Girl Guides and Rangers, and other friends. Mr. Stanley Watkins carried out the duties of M.C., and the programme included various games and amusements. Spot waltz prizes were won by Mr. C. Cross and Miss P. Hudson, and statue dance prizes by Mr. N. Hudson and Miss M. Jones. The secretarial work was undertaken by Mr. L. J. Hearn.

LATE MRS. W. DAVIS.—The death occurred on Monday of Mrs. Ann Davis, wife of Mr. William Davis, of the Half Moon Inn, after one week’s illness following an attack of influenza, at the age of 73 years. Deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Tranter, of Madeley Wood. She leaves a husband, four daughters and one son. The funeral took place on Thursday, and owing to illness the husband was unable to attend. The bearers were tenants, neighbours and friends—Messrs. W. Ellis, J. D. Perkins, J. Morgan, J. G. Bradeley, Stanley Watkins, J. Harrison, T. Pritchard, and A. Wilson. A service was held in the Parish Church, which was conducted by the rector (Rev. F. J. R. Mason), and the family mourners were Mr. and Mrs. William Davis (son and daughter-in-law), Mrs. G. Beardshaw, Birmingham (daughter), Mr. and Mrs. A. Skitt (Jackfield), Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Handley (Coalbrookdale), and Mr. and Mrs. F. Barnes Wednesbury (sons-in-law and daughters), also several grandchildren and Mr. J. Cullis, Coalport (cousin) The interment was in the Broseley cemetery.

AN ENTERTAINMENT was given ir the Coalford Methodist Schoolroom on Jan. 12 by the Broseley Congregational concert party, in aid of the A.O.O. Foresters’ juvenile fund. Mr. T. Wright, assisted by Mr. J. Pumford, was the chairman. The programme included an operetta entitled “Maid Marian and Robin Hood”, and a playlet entitled “Dick Whittington”, also songs, duets, monologues, and a comic song by Mr. Steve Downes. Mrs. N. Williams provided the pianoforte accompaniment. Mr. Hedley Bowen (society’s secretary) expressed thanks for being allowed the free use of the schoolroom, and also to the concert party for giving their services. A vote of thanks was also accorded the chairman.

A PARISH SUPPER AND SOCIAL were held on Wednesday in the St. Mary’s New Hall. The catering was undertaken by Mr. J. Davies (Broseley), and the supper was enjoyed by a company of over 100. The social consisted of games, community singing, dancing (for which the Rev. F. R. Mason and Mr. P. Price acted as M.C.), and humorous sketches, which were performed by the Jackfield Amateur Dramatic Society. The musical items were provided by Mrs. Mason (The Rectory) and Mr. Gerald Edge on the pianoforte.

BROSELEY.

POLICE COURT, Tuesday.—Before the Mayor (Mr. E. S. Owen), Ald. J Nicklin, Col. Sir Chas. Yate and Mr James Davies.—Transfers of the following licenses were granted:—The Turner’s Arms (Madeley), from exors. of Edwin Bullock to Annie Maria Bullock; Meadow Inn (Coalbrookdale), from William Cadmore to Arthur Salter; White Hart Inn (Iron-Bridge), from William Evans to William O. Fletcher; Duke of York Inn (Broseley), from William Hen-stock to Lewis R. George; Barley Mow Inn (Madeley), from Maud Bowen to William Richard Boyman; Royal Oak (Madeley), from Frank Wragge to William Evans.—For riding a bicycle without a white front light at Park Street, Madeley, on Dec. 27, Frederick Wood, Brocton Park, Shifnal, farm worker, on the information of P.-C. Rowlands (Madeley), was fined 5s.—For a like offence at Park Avenue, Madeley, on Dec. 28, Herbert E. G. Smith, 7, Tontine. Hill, Iron-Bridge, was fined 10s. — P.-C. Rowlands (Madeley), gave evidence in each case.

LONDON CITY MISSION. — Under the auspices of the local branch, a meeting was held in the Old Baptist Chapel on Jan 12. Mr. S. Underwood presided, and was supported by the pastor (Rev. T. Lloyd Morgan). The lecturer was Mr. Percy A. Morris (missioner to omnibus men and tramway men), who gave a discourse upon ‘ Triumphs and Trophies in London.” Mrs. D. Clinton (hon. secretary), was responsible for the arrangements.

PARISH COUNCIL.—The fortnightly “socials” were re-commenced on Saturday, the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson) being responsible for the arrangements. Prior to the “social” the choir boys, about 20 in number, assembled at the Town Hall, and were entertained to tea by Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Broadhurst. The rector presided at the tea, following which the boys indulged in games and other amusements up to the time of the commencement of the “social which they then attended. The first part of the programme was sustained by members of the Mothers-Union, who gave a sketch, entitled “The Christmas Pudding, or the Three Wishes,” and an action chorus in character, under the direction of Mrs. Walter E. Davis and Miss M. Potts, who also played the pianoforte accompaniments. Mae Kenneth Molyneux gave a recitation and this was followed by games. During the interval refreshments were handed round by the choir boys and some of the mothers. At the close of the evening each choirboy received a mincepie and apples, gifts of Mr. and Mrs. Broadhurst.

WOMEN CONSERVATIVES — On Wednesday the members of the local branch of the Women’s Conservative and Unionist Association held their annual tea and social in the Town Hall. Miss Wayne (Benthall Hall) presided at the tea, which was served by the committee. An impromptu shawl parade was held afterwards, for which Miss Wayne and Miss Berry (organising secretary) were the judges and the prize was awarded to Mrs. Baugham. Mrs. G. Potts being highly commended for deportment. Games etc followed, under the superintendence of Mr. G. H. Lester (agent for the division). Mr. Dennis Williams gave a monologue, and the Broseley congregational concert party gave an operetta entitled “Maid Marian and Robin Hood”. At the close. Miss Wayne thanked the party, and then distributed the prizes, Mrs. G. Potts winning the musical arms game.

THE DEATH occurred on Tuesday, after a long illness, of Mrs. R. Hallett. at the home of her son, Mr. Eric Hallett, chemist, High Street, with whom she had been staying for some time. Deceased was in her 74th year and was the widow of Mr. Robt. Hallett, of Littleborough, Lancs. She is survived by six sons and one daughter. The funeral takes place to-day (Saturday) at Dearnley cemetery, Littleborough.

28^th January 1933

BROSELEY.

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.-On Jan. 19 the Sunday school children were entertained to tea in the school room, which had been given am provided by the members of tin church. Afterwards, games were indulged in and several of the children recited and gave songs, for which Miss Nancy Humphries provided the pianoforte accompaniments. In a reciting competition for children, Master Kenneth Dodd (aged 9 years) entertained the company with a series of recitations, and was awarded the prize. The arrangements were carried out by Mesdames W. Denstone T. Gething, W. Owen, J. Bryan, K Archer, Laura Bull, and Mr. Bert Harvey. Later in the evening several friends and members of the concert party attended and gave selections.

HOCKEY CLUB DANCE. On Jan 20 the hockey club held a dance in the Town Hall, which was appropriately decorated for the occasion. Messrs. H. Watkins and J Price carried out the duties of M.C. The programme included old-time and novelty dances, and a statue dance, the prizes for which were won by Mr. J Teece and Miss R. Ritchings, and the winners of a lucky spot waltz were Mr. Eric Meredith and Miss E Brookes. Miss Vera Watkins, who in a competition, won the dozer eggs, gave them back to be sold. The catering for the refreshments was undertaken by the ladies of the club assisted by Mrs. Evans (caretaker). The secretarial duties were carried out by Miss M. Hartshorne.

FORMER RESIDENT’S FUNERAL —The funeral of the late Mrs. Alice Reynolds, wife of Mr. Charles B Reynolds, of 187, Brick-kiln Street Wolverhampton, took place on Saturday morning at the Parish Church and the interment was in the cemetery. Mrs. Reynolds, who passed away at her home in Wolverhampton on the previous Tuesday after an illness of about 12 months at the age of 71 years, was the only daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richard Taylor, of Poole’s Yard, Broseley Deceased left the town over 50 years ago, but returned some years later with her husband, who became the licensee of the Talbot (Dog) Inn Church Street, leaving again after a few years time and eventually retiring from business and taking up residence in Wolverhampton. She leaves a husband but no children. The service was conducted by the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson). The bearers were Messrs. E. G. and Taylor (nephews). W. Britton, F. Harley and E. Watkins and the family mourners were the husband, Messrs. C. Taylor, Iron-Bridge, and William Taylor (brothers), Mr. and Mrs. R. Taylor, Benthall, Mr. and Mrs. J. Taylor, and Mr. and Mrs. G. Taylor (brothers and sisters-in-law).

THE DEATH occurred on Sunday of Mrs. Selina Jane Bradley, wife of Mr. John William Bradley, of Hockley Road, at her home, in her 63rd year. Deceased had been in failing health for about three years, and after taking to her bed only a week, succumbed to heart trouble. She was a native of Bridgnorth, and for many years in her younger days resided at Homer, Much Wenlock. She came to Broseley at the time of her marriage. She had been a member of the Mothers’ Union for many years, and was a regular attendant at their meetings up to the time of her illness. She leaves a husband, three sons and one daughter. The funeral took place on Thursday at the Parish Church, the Rev. C. S. Jackson (rector), officiating. The bearers were neighbours and friends, Messrs. H. Mason, W. Ward, Casey, E. E. Austin, W. Taylor and R. Pinner. The family mourners were the husband, Mr Albert Bradley(son) Mr and Mrs Denis Bradley and Mr and Mrs Edward Bradley (sons and daughters-in-law), Mr and Mrs George Edwards (son-in-aw and daughter). The Mother’s Union was represented by Mrs J G Broadhurst (enrolling member), and several members. The internment was in the Broseley Cemetery.

4^th February 1933

BROSELEY.

AN ENTERTAINMENT, arranged by the Rev. C. S. Jackson (rector) was given on Wednesday in the Town Hall by the Parish Church Sunday school to the unemployed and their wives. The programme consisted o: a musical sketch entitled “The Butterfly Queen”, by the girls, who had been trained by Mrs. A. Wase and Miss Potts, who also played the accompaniments. Handbell selections by the Tower Boys were given under the conductorship of Mr. A. J. Garbett; two short plays, “The Wonderfull Invention” and “The Village Jumble”, were given by the Sunday School Amateur Dramatic Society, under the direction of Mrs. Walter Davis. The Sunday School Orchestra made their first appearance in public under the leadership of Mr. A. Wase, whose performances evoked great applause and encores. The entertainment was greatly enjoyed and appreciated by the large company present.

WELL-KNOWN RESIDENTS. WEDDING.—The wedding was solemnised at Aberystwyth on Saturday of Alderman Joseph, Nicklin, J.P., of Holly House, Broseley, and Miss Hilda Haynes, daughter of the late Mr. Charles Haynes and of Mrs. Haynes, of Wolverhampton. Ald. Nicklin, who is 75years of age, is chairman of the Broseley District Council, also a director of Messrs. Maw and Co., Ltd., and Messrs. C. B. Jones and Son. Ltd., tile manufacturers, Jack-field.

51. YEARS IN U.S.A.—Mr. Stanley S. Davies, 33, Laird Street, Springmont, Pennsylvania, U.S.A., retired veteran insurance manager, celebrated his 80th birthday anniversary on Jan. 10 quietly at his home. Mr Davies was born, in Broseley, son of Samuel Davies, a maltster, whose family had been in the malting business for three generations. He, too, followed the malting business in his native town until the duty was placed on beer. He then decided to try his fortune in America, and started on July 4, 1882, from Liverpool. On arriving in America he entered the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company service at McKeesport as an agent, and within three months he was appointed assistant manager in that district. In 1885 he was appointed manager in the Reading district to develop the business in Reading and vicinity. Later he extended the territory to Pottsville, Allentown. Bethlehem and Easton. In 1905 after a severe sickness, Mr. Davies voluntarily decided to retire from active service. His son, Mr Spencer Davies, is manager of the Bethlehem district. Mr. Davies is the proud possessor of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company diamond medal and bars for 50 years’ faithful service; also the diamond and sapphire insignia of the company’s veterans’ association, which only a few charter members wear.

SOCIAL CLUB.- The annual general meeting was held on Jan. 27 at the Club (Rank House) and was attended by a large number of members. Lord Forester (Willey Park), president, occupied the chair, and was supported by Dr. Boon (chairman of the Committee), Mr. T. I. Griffiths (Bridge House), and officials and members of the committee. The meeting approved the action of the committee in appointing Mr. R. E. Piper one of the auditors of the club, in the place of Mr. F. R. Cottrell, who is leaving the district, also the action of the committee in electing Major the Hon. Lord Forester as president of the club in the place of his late father, who had been the president since the formation of the club up to the time of his death). The secretary (Mr. W. J. Ritchings) presented the statement of accounts and balance sheet for the past year. A vote of thanks was accorded the hon. auditors (Messrs. E. Piper and A. J. Garbett), who were also re-elected. The three retiring members of the committee, Messrs. J. Hall, G. Whitmore and P. Archer were re-elected, and Mr. W. J. Garbett (Church Street) was elected to the committee in the place of Mr. J. Wilkes, who resigned. Lord Forester proposed the usual vote of thanks to the chairman of the committee and the retiring members. Mr. J. Watkins, in seconding, spoke of the good work Dr. Boon had done for the club, and also expressed the appreciation of the members of the interest Mrs. Boon has taken in the welfare of the club. Dr. Boon replied. Mr. Arthur Meredith conducted the sale of the papers and periodicals for the present year. Dr. Boon proposed a vote of thanks to Lord Forester for taking the chair, and this was seconded by Mr. T. I. Griffiths, and carried with musical honours. Lord Forester replied.

THE DEATH of Mr. Francis Luther Bennett occurred on Sunday at the, age of 44 years at his home in Quarry Road, after an illness of nine days. Deceased, who leaves a widow and two young children, was the youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bennett, of Easthope Coppice, Broseley Wood. For many years, up to the time of his illness, he had been employed at the Benthall Fire-Brick Works as an engineer. He served in, the Great War from 1914 to 1919, in the Mechanical Army Transport, and experienced shipwreck in the Mediterranean when on the troop ship, “Transylvania”. The late Mr. Bennett was a member of the Broseley Social Club. The funeral took place on Wednesday at Benthall Parish Church. The vicar (Rev. C. S. Jackson, rector of Broseley) conducted the service, and the interment was in the family grave in the churchyard there. The bearers were Messrs. Jas. Hall, senr. and. junr., John Green, William Taylor, Stephen Garbett and Richard Lloyd. The family mourners were: Messrs. John and Alfred Bennett (brothers), Mrs. Laura Ball (sister), Mrs. William Bennett and Mrs. Alfred Bennett (sisters-in-law), Mr. Tom Ball (brother-in-law), Mr. Edward Rowe, Birmingham (uncle), and Master T. Ball (nephew). Amongst the wreaths were tributes from his fellow workmen of the Fire Brick Works, also the principal (Dr. W. Hulse), and the members of the Broseley Social Club.

DISTRICT COUNCIL.

Wednesday, Ald.Nicklin presiding.

The town clerk, reporting on finance, said that the February precept of £159 15s. had been paid into the general district account, and, after cheques amounting to £51 4s. 11d. had been drawn that day there would be a credit balance of £354 4s., as against a credit of £419 13s. 6d. at the corresponding period last year. He said the collectors had paid £63 1s. 6d. into the water account during the month; which then showed a debit balance of £18 4s. 4d., as against a debit of £54 16s. 4d: last year.—Mr. Fenn (collector) reported that he had collected £235 7s. of the current half-year’s water rate, and that the gross outstandings were £168 10s. 6d., being about the same as last year.

The water engineer gave particulars of the work done in the district during the past month. He stated that there had been a great increase in the pumping to the Broseley reservoir, and attributed this to waste accruing at private houses owing to the frost, and suggested that the consumers should call in a plumber at once to have the burst pipes repaired as it was causing serious additional expense in the pumping.

The town clerk presented the estimates of expenditure for the coming year for the purpose of fixing the next rates. These showed an increase in the general district account and in order to Maintain the same rate the surveyor’s estimate of his requirements for highways had to be cut down by about £500. In the estimate for the water rate, as a loan for a considerable amount had been paid off during the present year, it made it possible to reduce the water rate for the coming year by 9d. in the pound.- The estimates were approved and the general rate was fixed at the same figure.: as the present year, and the water rate reduced from 2s. 6d. to 1s. 9d. in. the pound.

LATE MR. A. B. ONIONS.

The death occurred in the prime of life, on Monday, at Barratt’s Hill Farm, of Mr. Albert Bishop Onions (Bert), aged 38 years, third son of Mrs. and the late Mr. Harry Onions, formerly of Church Street, Broseley, from an attack of influenza followed by pleurisy and pneumonia Deceased was highly esteemed and was gifted with a most genial-disposition which gained for him a large circle of friends. He was a member of the Broseley Social Club, the Domino League, and of the local branch of the British Legion. He served in the Great War, having joined up in 1915 in the K.S.L.I.,, and was demobilised in 1919, and from that time had followed his occupation of a farmer, with his mother, at the farm. De- ceased was a single man and is survived by his Widowed Mother and two brothers.

The funeral took place on Thursday at the Parish Church. The high respect in which he was held was manifestly shown by the large number of friends and residents who at tended, including Members of the social club, the British Legion, and the Domino League. The service was conducted by the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson). The body was conveyed on the church bier and the bearers were Messrs. H. Watkins, Percy Roberts, Glen Kearn, Bert Gough, Bert Rowbery, Arthur Davis, F. Coxson, and P. W. Parr. The family mourners were Tom and George (brothers), Mr. W. Gough, Madeley (uncle), M. Leslie Miller, Birmingham (cousin), Mr. Jos. Onions, Ireland (nephew), Mr. Tom Roundtree, Ireland and Mr. James Roberts, Broseley (friends). The interment took place in the Broseley cemetery in a grave adjoining the one of his late father.

Beautiful floral tributes were sent by the fallowing:--From his broken hearted mother; Brother Tom and Janie; Brother George, Gwen and family; Joe, Tom, Betty and Bert (Ireland); Aunt Patty and Uncle Harry, Solihull; Aunt Lucy, Uncle Will, Vera, Jack and Kath; Aunt Maud, Cousins Ina and Marjorie (Ireland); Cousins Les and Elsie. Birmingham; Cousins Cis and Howard, Bunty and Mary; Cousins Mae, Gladys, Con and Ivy; Cousin Jimmy (Dublin); Mrs. Roberts, Bert and Doris, New House; Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Pothan; The Crown Domino Club and Frank Dromgole; All at the Marsh; Mr. and Mrs. Mathews and family; Little Beryl; Perce, Edith and Derek; Mr and. Mrs. Molyneux and Will Harris, Barratt’s Hill; Mr. and Mrs. Lowe and little Frankie: Mrs. W. Owen and family. Iron-Bridge: Jim and Nance; Broseley branch of British Legion; Mr. and Mrs. J. Jordan and H. Rushton; Mr and Misses Instone, 69, High Street; Mr. and Mrs Pinner and Dolly; Mr Fred Francis and Myra; Mr and Mrs Anthony and Charlie Mrs Denstone and family; Mr S Hill and family; Committee and members of Broseley Social Club; Members of the Broseley Domino League; From 9 Barber Street; Mr R Whitmore and family; Jack Wilkes and wife and mother; D W S and P W Parr; Jack Greenhalgh; Bert and May, Ladywood; Mre Kearn, Rex and Glenn; Mr Roundtree, Balsoon, Novan, Ireland; Mrs Newnes.

The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs T. Meredith and Son, Broseley.

11^th February 1933

JACKFIELD.

COALFORD METHODIST S.S. —A pleasant Sunday afternoon was held on Sunday in the Schoolroom, when Mrs. J. Evans and Miss P. Colley (teachers) were responsible for the programme, which consisted of solos by Sybil Jones, Elsie Morris, Rose Morgan, Margaret Thomas and Florrie Edwards; a Scripture lesson rooted by Master Billy Ayers, Scriptural readings by Joan Pumford, and recitations by Joan Burgess, Roma Thomas and Barbara Ayers. During the afternoon Mr. T. Poole gave au address. The pianist was Master Ron Jones, and Mr. George Stewart occupied the chair. The Sunday school was under the superintendence of Mr. J. Pimford. In the evening a sacred concert was given in the schoolroom, when Mr. J. A. Hartshorne (Benthall) occupied the chair. Items were rendered by the Jackfield Prize Silver Band, under the direction of Bandmaster W. Ellis, the band quartet party (Messrs. C. Hudson, S. Hughes, H. Colley and Jas. Goodall), and the Iron-Bridge glee quartet (Messrs. A. Dennis, P. Heighway, F. Aston and W. Harper). A recitation was given by Miss D. Pearce, and solos by Mr. G. Stewart. The chairman thanked all who had taken part in the concert, and Mr. J. Pimford accorded a vote of thanks to Mr. Hartshorne. Mr. W. H. Anderson was the accompanist for the evening, and the secretarial arrangements were carried out by Mr. G. Stewart. The proceeds, by means of a silver collection, were for chapel funds.

HOME MISSION.—On Tuesday a special service was held in connection with the Methodist Home Mission. The chairman was Mr. E. Wilkes (Iron-Bridge), and the special preacher the Rev. G. Dean Sheriff (Dawley). A collection was taken for the Mission. Afterwards the maintenance committee of the new Sunday school held a meeting, with Mr T. W. Wright in the chair. The accounts were presented by the secretary (Mr. E. Peake), and considered satisfactory. The meeting passed a vote of thanks to all the officers and the committee for their work in maintaining a credit balance. In the absence of Mr. W. H. Poole, the treasurer, the secretary was instructed to write a letter to Mr. Poole, conveying their appreciation of his cervices.

THE WEEKLY “SOCIAL” was held on Wednesday. Members of the I.H.D.S. and Girl Guides rendered part songs, Messrs. Heighway and Cross played a pianoforte duet, Mr. E. Poole gave an amusing item, and the rector some humorous readings. Games and a short dance concluded the evening. Mr. P. Price acted as M.C.

BROSELEY,

¶ J. B Dickin and Co., Ltd. Great Winter Sale, on next, Feb 17, and following 14 days. Wonderful Bargains in all Departments. Oakengates and Shifnal.

BRITISH LEGION.— The quarterly meeting of the local branch was held on Feb. 3 at headquarters, the Lion Hotel. Capt. C. Potts presided, supported by Dr. J. G. Boon, Capt. E. D. Collins, and Mr. T. W. Howells (Hurstlea). The treasurer (Mr. E. C. S. White) presented a statement of the accounts, which showed a balance in hand of £17 4s. 8d. The following were elected to fill vacancies on the committee: Capt. Collins, Messrs. T. Goodall, L. Wase and J. Clapton. Lord Forester wrote accepting the presidency of the branch, and a letter was also read from Colonel Baldwin Webb, M.P., stating that he hoped to present a standard to the branch. A vote of condolence was passed with the family of the late Mr. A. B. Onions, all members standing.

CHURCH SOCIAL.—On Saturday a further social of the series was held in the Town Hall, when the hostesses were Miss Potts and Mrs. A. Wase. About eighty attended, and the evening was spent in games and dancing, the music being supplied by Mr. M. Davis and Mrs. E. Instone. During the evening refreshments were handed round by some of the elder boys and girls. At the close, the Rev. C. S. Jackson (rector) proposed a vote of thanks to the hostesses.

PROGRESS AT BROSELEY..— The Church of England schoolyards, which were in a deplorable condition, have been thoroughly reconditioned, the whole being levelled, drained, and coated with tar-macadam, and many other improvements made. The work has been made possible through the efforts of the rector of Broseley, the Rev. C. S. Jackson, ably supported by the school managers, who have found the ways and means of providing the necessary money to meet the heavy cost. The work has been carried out in accordance with the plans and specification of the county architect, Mr. A. G. Chant, and supervised on behalf of the managers by Mr. C. J. Thomas, sanitary inspector, Borough of Wenlock, the contractors being the Clee Hill Transport and Rolling Co. Ltd. The work provided employment for twelve local men for a period of five weeks.

18^th February 1933

HOUSING IN WENLOCK BOROUGH

DEMAND FOR RE-INTRODUCTION

OF THE SUBSIDY,

The need for the erection of houses to be let at a rental to meet the needs of the poorer classes of the borough was stressed at the quarterly meeting of the Wenlock Town Council on Wednesday, the Mayor (Mr. E. S. Owen) presiding.

The question arose out of a resolution passed by a local authority urging the Government to re-introduce the subsidy in order that further housing schemes could be carried out.

Ald. Nicklin, in moving that the Council should support the resolution, said that the Government had urged local authorities to provide houses for the poorer people, but under present conditions houses could not be erected and let at a figure which such people could afford to pay. There had been houses in the borough which were rented at 2s. 6d. and 3s. a week, but those days had gone by.

Mr. O. D. Murphy, in seconding, said that he hoped the Government would see their way to help local authorities to provide such houses.

On the Waiting List.

Ald. Roberts supported and said that in the Madeley Ward there were over 90 names on the waiting list for houses. The Council had done their best to provide houses, and the ratepayers were contributing a 5d. rate in connection with the present schemes. At the same time the Council had to meet the needs of the district. A good many existing houses were dilapidated and the Council as a health authority should put matters right.

The Mayor, in supporting, said the same workmen in the borough had to live in neighbouring districts owing to lack of houses in the borough.

The resolution was carried.

Water Rate Reductions.

Estimates of the water rates required to be levied in the Broseley, Madeley and Wenlock sanitary divisions were submitted.

With regard to Broseley, Ald. Nicklin said that it was a pleasure to announce a reduction, owing to the fact that they had met the original water loan in the ensuing year the ratepayers of Broseley would get the advantage by paying is. 9d. in the 2 instead of 2s. 6d.

Ald. Roberts announced that the water rate for Madeley would be 1s., whilst Ald. Thompson said that for the first time since they had had a water scheme the Wenlock Sanitary Committee were able to reduce the water rate by 3d. for the ensuing year, which meant that the rate would be 2s. 3d. in the £.

The estimates as submitted were apt roved.

The Severn

A letter was read from Bridgnorth Town Council asking the Council to give support to the proposed improvement or the River Severn in regard to water transport.

The Mayor said that he considered that they should concentrate on getting the railways in proper order before developing on water transport.

The deputy mayor (Mr. Murphy) said that if any scheme were formulated for the improvement of the Severn he considered that the Council should give it favourable consideration.

Ald. Nicklin expressed the opinion that the time had gone by for any advantage to be gained by improving the Severn for providing water transport—at any rate from Shrewsbury down to Stourport.

It was eventually decided that the town clerk should reply that the Council would give consideration any scheme formulated.

25^th February 1933

BROSELEY.

PARISH CHURCH “SOCIAL.” —The fortnightly social evening was held on Saturday in the Town Hall, when the hostesses responsible for the arrangements were the Misses Enid Jackson and Mary Price. About 70 were present, including the rector (Rev. C. S: Jackson). The evening was spent in whist, games and dancing, for which Mr. M. Davis provided the music: During the interval refreshments were served by some of the elder girls.

UNITED BROTHERHOOD. — The monthly meeting of the “Men’s Own” was held on Sunday in the Methodist Church, and was attended by a large number of members of all denominations. The chair was taken by the president, Mr. Hugh Welsh (Willey Old Hall), who was supported by the chaplain (Rev. C. S. Jackson, rector of Broseley). The chaplain conducted the devotional part of the service and read the lesson. The special speaker was the Rev. Alfred Woodward (Wellington). The chairman extended a hearty welcome to Mr. Woodward and to the soloist, Mr. W. H. Wollaston (Shrewsbury). The speaker took for his text, “In nothing be anxious”. Mr. Wollaston gave renderings of the solos,. “Arm, arm ye brave”, “How lovely are Thy Dwellings”, and “The Trumpeter” to the organ accompaniments of Mr. Walter E. Davies. The items were interspersed with appropriate hymns from the Fellowship Hymnal, under the conductorship of the secretary (Mr. J. A. Hartshorne) On behalf of the members, the secretary thanked the speaker and the soloist. He announced that the annual “social” would be held on Feb. 27. The afternoon was concluded with the Blessing, pronounced by the Rev. A. Woodward.

JACKFIELD.

“SOCIAL.”—The last of the weekly “socials” took place on Wednesday. A programme was given by Mrs. Kathleen Hudson (songs at piano); solos and duets, by Mr. E. Jones Sutton), and Mr. V. Davies (Broseley). The rector also entertained the company. Mrs. Mason presided at the piano, and Messrs. Cross and Heighway provided the music for the short dance. Votes of thanks to all helpers brought the evening to a close. Mr. P. Price acted as M.C. for the evening.

CHILDREN’S DANCE.—A children’s carnival dance was held in the St. Mary’s Hall on Feb. 17. About 40 attended and prizes were awarded for the best fancy costumes. Miss Potts (The Deanery, Broseley) undertook the judging, and distributed the prizes to Misses Winnie Goodall, Winnie Bright, Olive Arnold, Lilian Bowen and Master C. Bowen. The joint M.C.s were Messrs. Albert Evans and Thos. Green, and Mr. F. Cross provided the music on the pianoforte. A dance for adults followed, at which a company of about 65 were present. Messrs. Norman Hudson and T. Green carried out the duties of M.C., and lucky spot prizes were won by Miss Tyrer and Mr. Quinn. The ladies’ catering committee was in charge of the buffet. The proceeds were in aid of the New Hall building fund.

LANTERN LECTURES were given in the New Hall on Monday by the Rev. F. J. Mason (rector), the subject being “India and the East” There were two sessions, the first for children and afterwards one for adults. Mr. Philip Smith manipulated the lantern, and collections were taken to cover the expenses.

4^th March 1933

BROSELEY.

RECTOR’S “AT HOME.”—On Saturday the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson), was “ At Home” to Sunday School teachers, when a party of about 20, including elder scholars, attended at the Rectory. Whist and dancing took place, for which Mr. M. Davis provided the music, and during the evening Miss Marjorie Tyldesley (Manchester), entertained the company with a selection of songs, to the accompaniments of Mrs. Reginald Whitehead. The Sunday School orchestra gave selections, under the conductorship of Mr. Albert Wase.

PARISH CHURCH.—A musical service was held on Sunday evening. The Rev. C. S. Jackson (rector), officiated, and Miss Marjorie Tyldesley was the soloist. Miss Hilda Watkis presided at the organ.

UNITED BROTHERHOOD “ SOCIAL.”—A company ‘of about 200 attended the annual “ social,” which was held in the Town Hall on Monday, when the committee, consistent with the principles of the movement, invited the local unemployed men to attend. The president (Mr. Hugh Welsh), was the chairman, supported by the chaplain (Rev. C. S. Jackson, rector of Broseley), and officials. Miss Morris’s orchestra of 14 performers, from Bridgnorth, gave items, under the direction of Miss Morris. The soloist was Miss Marjorie Tyldesley, of the Manchester Concerts, while Mrs. Walter Davis (Broseley), filled the humorous part of the programme. Mr. Walter Davis provided the accompaniments on the pianoforte, and also opened the proceedings with a song and a chorus, in which the company joined. The items were interspersed with hymns from the Fellowship hymnal. A violin solo was given by Mr. Hermoine Williams, and a cornet solo by Mr. T. Briggs. Mr. Walter Dodd and Misses B. Marsh and F. Roberts also contributed. During the interval light refreshments were served, previous to which packets of cigarettes had been handed round. A short talk was given by the chaplain, and at the close the chairman proposed a comprehensive vote of thanks, seconded by the hon. secretary (Mr. J. A. Hartshorne).

OBITUARY.—The death of Mrs. Eliza Dorothy Loach, wife of Mr. Frederick Loach, draper and tobacconist, of High Street, occurred on Feb. 21 at her home, at the age of 57, after a long and painful illness. Deceased was a native of Birmingham, and came to Broseley with her husband seven years ago, to take over an established business in the town. Mrs. Loach had made many friends in the district, and much sympathy is extended to the husband and family. The funeral took place on Feb. 24, in wintry conditions, at the Parish Church, the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson), officiating. The family mourners were: — The husband, Mrs. Taylor, Lincoln (sister), Mr. and Mrs. Brusch (Walsall), Mr. and Mrs. L. Gallier (Broseley), and Mr. and Mrs. F. Miles, Broseley (sons-in-law and daughters). The interment was in the Broseley Cemetery.

BURIAL BOARD. — The quarterly meeting was held on Wednesday in the Board Room at the Town Hall, Ald A. A. Exley presiding.—Mr. F. W. Derry (clerk) presented a statement of the accounts for the past quarter, which showed a debit balance of £47 12s. 8d., but with the usual contribution from the general district account of £35 for the year —for which a cheque had been drawn that day—the debit would be reduced to £12 12s. 8d.

DISTRICT COUNCIL. Wednesday, Ald. J. Nicklin presiding.

The town clerk, reporting on finance, stated that after cheques being drawn that day, the general district account would show a credit balance of £188 10s. 2d., as against a credit balance of £320 6s. 5d. last year. He stated that the collectors had paid £82 7s. 4d. into the water account during the past month, And after making provision for about £50 to be paid from this account into the joint water revenue account, it would leave the account in debit to the extent of 24, as against £58 11s. 11d. last year.— The chairman remarked that this was a great improvement, which justified their proposal to reduce the water rate by 9d. in the pound.—The collector (Mr. A. G. Fenn), reported that he had collected £263 17s. 8d. of the present half-year’s instalment of the water rate, and the net outstandings were about £117.

The surveyor (Mr. F. Richards), presented to the meeting the tenders for scavenging for the coming year, and that of Mr. G. A. Lane (£85), was accepted.

The water engineer said he was still -concerned over the abnormal rise in the pumping required to the Posenhall reservoir, which was still seven hours extra per week, and they were investigating as to where the waste was occurring in the district.

POLICE COURT.

Tuesday.—Before the Mayor (Mr. E. S. Owen), Major-Gen. H. D. O. Ward, Messrs. W. G. Dyas, James Davies and C. W. Edwards.

Cyril. Hill, 5, Carver’s Road, Broseley, motor lorry driver, was charged with driving a motor-lorry without a reflecting mirror at the Cuckoo Oak Inn, Madeley, on Feb. 1, and also with driving a motor-lorry without driving license, at the same, time ind place.—Defendant pleaded guilty. —P.-C. Dodd (Madeley), gave evidence.—Defendant pleaded that he had been out of work for 10 months, and had not been able to renew his License. He stated that he was only asked the night before to take the lorry out and his employer, whom he told that he had no license, said that the lorry had to go out the next morning, or he would lose the job. He decided to take the risk.—It was stated that his previous license expired in October, 1931.—The Bench imposed fines of 10s. and 1s., respectively. (Mr. W. G. Dyas did not adjudicate in this case).

George Frederick Wall, 37, High Street, Broseley, butcher, was charged with failing to pay a contribution for the week ending Sept. 26, 1932, under the National Health Insurance Act, in respect of James William Read, of The Smithies, Bridgnorth, and also for a like offence under the Unemployment Insurance Act in respect of the same person.—The magistrates’ clerk mentioned that the money had since been paid.—Mr. J. E. Dodwell, district inspector of the National Health and Insurance Department, Chester, who conducted the prosecution, said that when interviewed, defendant said that owing to bad trade, he had not been able to pay the contributions, and if allowed one month’s time, he would make the payment. He failed to do so, and, although written to by the solicitor of the department, the money was not paid until the summonses had been issued. He said the amount involved was £5 ls. 4d., representing 32 weeks’ contributions. He asked the Bench not to inflict a heavy fine, but asked for a conviction on both charges. — Defendant -pleaded that he befriended the man, who had been out of work for two years, and he employed him out of sympathy; he lived with them as one of the family, and he did not consider it was necessary to pay the contributions for him in the circumstances. He did not stop anything out of what he gave him.—The Bench imposed a fine of 10s. in each case.

11^th March 1933

BROSELEY,

CRICKET CLUB.—The annual general meeting was held on March 2 in the Forester Room at the Foresters’ Arms Inn, when Dr. J. G. Boon (chairman of the club) presided. The hon. treasurer (Mr. C. Owen Jones) presented a statement of the accounts for the past year which showed a small credit balance on the year’s working, but a debit balance brought forward from the previous year showed the club in debt to the extent of about £20. It is proposed to hold a garden fete in the grounds of Field House and dances on the Whitehall lawn during this summer by which it is hoped to have a clean balance sheet by the end of the year. It was proposed to ask Lord Forester to accept the presidency of the club in the place of his late father. The vice-presidents were re-elected, with the name of Mr. R. E. Piper added, and Dr. Boon was unanimously re-elected chairman. The Rev. C. S. Jackson (rector) and Mr. Cyril Rowe were re-elected captains of the 1st and 2nd XI.s respectively, and as Vice-captains, Messrs. P. E. Hartshorne and W. Oakley (1st XI.) and Messrs. T. Marlow and E. Harris (2nd XI.) were elected. Mr. Cyril Rowe (hon. secretary), Mr. C. Owen Jones (lion. treasurer), and Mr. A. J. Garbett (match secretary) were also re-elected. The number of members forming the committee was reduced by eliminating the names of those who had not attended any of the meetings. The resignation of Mr. E. Whitworth was accepted with much regret. Mr. E. Whitworth again accepted the position of umpire for the 1st XI, and it was agreed that the captain or vice-captains of the 2nd XI engage their own umpires. The hon. secretary gave a report of the activities of the club during the past season. The chairman presented the prizes to the following successful players:—Mrs. Boon’s prizes:-1st XI. (batting), Mr. G. F. Davies; bowling, Mr. F. Dodd. Dr. Boon’s prizes:-2nd XI. (batting), Mr. T. Marlow; bowling, Mr. W. Thomas. yr. C. Wadlow’s prize of a bat for the highest score of the season:—Mr. J. Shaw (102 runs). Anonymous prize (a cricket bag) for second best score: Mr. G. F. Davies. The chairman mentioned that it is proposed to erect in the cricket ground a permanent memorial to the memory of their late president, Lord Forester, at a later date. On the proposition of Mr. A. J. Garbett, a vote of thanks was accorded the prizegivers and Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Howells, and Dr. and Mrs. Boon for their offer to lend their gardens for the proposed events during the coming season. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks to the chairman.

CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION. — A whist drive organised by the committee of the local men’s branch was held in the Town Hall on March 3. Mr. E. H. H. Shorting (hon. treasurer) undertook the duties of M.C., and Mrs. Cyril Potts (Orchard House) presented the prizes to the following:-1, Mrs. G. Gittings; 2, Mrs. J. Tisdale; 3, Mrs. W. T. Street; consolation, Mrs. F. Botfield. 1, Mrs. R. E. Piper (playing as gent.); 2, Mr. O. Dodd; 3, Mrs. E. Walker (playing as gent.); consolation, Mr: R. E. Piper. On the proposition of the M.C., a vote of thanks was accorded Mrs. Cyril Potts. The refreshment department was undertaken by Mrs. E. Evans (caretaker).

FLOWER SHOW WHIST,- The third of a series of whist drives organised by the ladies’ committee in connection with the Pheasant Hotel Flower Show, was held in the anteroom at the Town Hall on Monday. Mr. J. Tisdale carried out the duties of M.C., and the prize-winners were: 1, Mrs. H. Hill; 2, Miss K. Hill; 3, Mrs. T. Roberts (The Fox). 1, Mr. N. Ball (playing gent.) 2, Mr. Bradley; 3, Mr. W. G. Sumner. The prizes were distributed by Mr. Wilfred Garbett (chairman of the Show Committee), who also thanked the company for their support. The refreshment department was in the charge of the members of the ladies’ committee, assisted by Mrs. E. Evans (caretaker), and the proceeds were devoted to the flower show funds.

BROSELEY WOOD MISSION. — A miscellaneous entertainment organised by Mrs. T. Powell (organist of the Mission) was given by the members on March 3 in the Mission Hall. The R. C. S. Jackson (rector) presided. The programme consisted of sketches, action songs by the children, community songs by the whole party, solos by Mr. A. Blake, Miss Betty Plant and Miss Jenny Venn, a pianoforte duet by the Misses Olive Simmons and Dorothy Telling, a dialogue by Misses O. Simmons and Freda Jones, and an item by the Girls’ Darky Troupe, entitled “The Kinky Kids’ Parade”. Miss Nancy Humphries provided the accompaniments. At the close the rector accorded a vote of thanks to the performers. The proceeds were for the Mission’s funds.

18^th March 1933

JACKFIELD.

NURSING SUCCESS —Miss Florence Gwendoline Jones, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Jones, of Easthope Coppice, has been successful in passing the recent final State examination, held in Birmingham, of the General Nursing Council for England and Wales, and her name has been approved by the Council for entry in the State Registry of Nurses. Miss Jones was educated at the Jackfield C. of E. Schools, and took a course of training for one year at the County Home for Ailing Babies, Wellington, and for three years at Selly Oak Hospital, Birmingham.

18^th March 1933

BENTHALL.

PRESENTATION.—A pleasant function took place on Monday at the Benthall Schoolroom, when a presentation vas made to Mr. Joseph B. Oakley, of Benthall Farm, who is leaving the parish, of a cheque subscribed for by the parishioners as an appreciation of his eleven years’ continuous service as churchwarden. The vicar (Rev. C. S. Jackson) presided, and was supported by Mr. George Potts (vicar’s warden), Mr. T. Minton (people’s warden). Mrs. W. A. Terry (The Vicarage), Mrs. G. Potts, Mrs. R. E. Gwynne and other residents. Col. G. O. P. Heywood (The Grange, Much Wenlock), who had been a co-warden with the recipient, made the presentation, and in doing so paid high tribute to Mr. Oakley for his good work in the parish. Mr. Oakley responded. The company was afterwards entertained by the Broseley Sunday School Amateur Dramatic party, under -the direction of Mrs. W. E. Davis and the B.S.T. Orchestra, under the conductorship of Mr. A. H. Wase. Light refreshments were handed round by members of the church.

25^th March 1933

BROSELEY,

DOMINO LEAGUE CONCERT—To wind up the season a smoking concert in connection with the Domino League was held on March 17 at the New Inn, Benthall, and this was also made the occasion for the presentation of the league challenge cup, the successful club this year being the New Inn, who won with 30pts., the runners-up being the Forester Arms with 26pts. A telegram was received from Col. J. Baldwin Webb, M.P., expressing his regret at being unable to be present and conveying his best wishes for the continued success of the league. In his absence, the cup was presented by Mr. E. Jakeway, of Benthall. This was followed by an entertainment, given by the members. Mr. J. Green presided at the piano, and also contributed comic items. Songs were given by Messrs. J, Wilkes, D. Potts, A. Fielding, A. Cartwright, T .Corfield, Mrs. Perks and others. A vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Jakeway for services rendered on the occasion, on the motion of Mr. A. Pritchard (hon. secretary), seconded by Mr. J. Plant. The names of the winning teams are:—New Inn: T. Cartwright (captain), J. Perks (vice-captain), W. Perks, F. Humphries, T. Corfield, G. Cartwright, A, Cartwright, E. Humphries, B. Grinson and J. Barber. Forester Arms: G. Gough, J. Wilkes, D. Potts, W. Roden, A. Fielding, S. Oliver, W. Dodd, B. Perks, G. Cadwallader, C. Meredith, B. Oliver and J. Evans. The merit winners were 1, J. Greenhalgh, 2, J. Wilkes, 55; 3, J. Dowdswell, 4 J. Higginson, 55.

“ELIZA COMES TO STAY.”—The Broseley Amateur Dramatic Society, gave its fifth annual performances on March 16 and 17 in the Town Hall. “Eliza comes to stay” was produced by Mr. Cyril Potts, who has had extensive experience in the stage world, and each one of the players interpreted his part in an intelligent manner. Miss P. Meredith was in the title role of “Eliza”, and the rest of the cast included Mr. W. E. Davis, Mr. A, O. Jones, Mr. Cyril Potts, Mrs. C. Davis, Miss P. Davis, Mr. J. B. Dixon, Miss A. Lloyd, and Mr. J. Harris (a porter). Mrs. W. E. Davis provided the “props”. Messrs. W. Knight and Smith acted as prompters, Mr. Hadyn Burns—the electric lighting, Mr. A, Harris helped in connection with the scenery and staging, Mr. G. Gittings with the stage carpentry, and Miss Hilda Watkis, L.R.A.M., provided incidental music on the pianoforte, Miss Dixon and Mr. J. B. Dixon carried out the booking and the publicity, arrangements.

A CONFIRMATION SERVICE conducted by the Bishop of Hereford, was held at the Parish Church on Sunday afternoon. The rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson) officiated and read the prayers, and the Bev. F. J. B. Mason (rector of Jackfield) acted as Bishop’s chaplain. Thirty-nine candidates from Broseley, Broseley Wood Mission and Benthall were presented by the Rev. C. C. Jackson, and 23 from Jackfield by the Rev. F.J. R. Mason. The choir was present and appropriate hymns were sung. After the laying –on of hands the Bishop gave a helpful address to the candidates, taking for his subject, “Friendship”. Miss Hilda Watkis presided at the organ.

JACKFIELD.

ST. MARY’S CHURCH.—The annual vestry meeting was held in St. Mary’s Hall on Monday evening, the rector (Rev. F. J. R. Rollason) presiding over a good attendance of parishioners. In opening the proceedings, the rector expressed his thanks to the retiring wardens and the Church Council for their services during the past year. He again nominated Mr. J. Hearn as his warden for the ensuing year, and the meeting also re-elected Mr. S. Williams as people’s warden. The following were elected as sidesmen: —Messrs. J. W. Harrison, W. T. Hudson, C. N. Hudson, H. Bowen, J. D. Perkins, J. Dodd, T. J. Hearn, P. Price, and G. Britton.—The annual parochial meeting then followed. The rector presented the revised “Electoral Roll” which was duly accepted. The treasurer (Mr. T. J. Hearn) submitted the church financial statement for the past year, showing a credit balance in the general parochial account of £29 1s. 1d. and a total credit balance on all the accounts of £37 12s. 4d., which was considered very satisfactory and duly accepted by the meeting. The following representatives were chosen for the diocesan conference:—Mrs. G. Williams, Mrs. T. J. Hearn and Mr. J. Hearn, and for the ruri-decanal conference Mrs. G. Williams, Mrs. J. D . Perkins, Mrs. F. J. R. Mason, Mrs. T. J. Hearn, and Mr. J. Hearn. Votes of thanks to the auditors (Messrs. F. J. Brookes and W. E. Price), the treasurer and the chairman brought the meeting to a close.

BROSELEY .

LATE MR. F. CHURNS.—The death of Mr. Frederick Churn’s, of 16, Delph Side, occurred on March 14, at the age of 74 years, after a sudden attack of illness about ten days previously. Deceased had been connected with the bricklaying trade nearly all his life and retired nine years ago. He leaves a widow and one son. He had been a member of the Broseley Social Club since its formation in the year 1919. The funeral took place on Saturday at the. Parish Church, and the Rev. C. S. Jackson officiated. The bearers were neighbours and friends, Messrs. W. Taylor, Seabury, E. Miles, C. Smith, H. Mason and W. Hartshorne. The family mourners were:—Mr E. Churms (son), Mr. Ernest Charms, Eaton Constantine (brother), Mr. Beriah. Fletcher and Mr. George Reynolds (nephews), Mr. Walter Lloyd and Mr. T. Preece, Wellington (relatives). The funeral was attended by several members of the Social Club, by whom a wreath was also sent. The interment was in the Broseley Cemetery.

LATE MR. E. GITTINGS.- The death occurred on March 16 at his home, Foundry Lane, of Mr. Edward Gittings, at the age of 53 years. Deceased had been ill for about twelve months and confined to bed since last November. He had been employed for about thirty years by the Broseley Tileries Company and for many of his last years had worked at their Turner’s Yard clay pit. Deceased was of a happy disposition and was well-known in local football and cricket circles. He had been a member of the Broseley Social Club for many years. He leaves a widow and seven children. The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Saturday, conducted by the rector (Rev. C. S. Jackson). The bearers were deceased’s fellow workmen, Messrs. G. Ball, V. Aston, A. Evans, J. Tisdale, J. Roberts and H. Barnsley, and the family mourners were Mrs. L. M. Gittings (Widow), Dorothy, Violet and Cecil (daughters arid son), Messrs: ‘T. and G. Gittings (brothers), Mrs. Jane Meredith and Mrs. E. Perks (sisters), Mrs. N. Gittings (sister-in-law), Messrs. T. E., G., William and Edward Meredith, H. and A. Gittings (nephews), and Mrs. A. Harris and ‘Miss Edith Meredith (nieces). Other relatives who followed were. Messrs. J. Workman, G. Perks, A. Harris, A. Miles, B. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. J. Newton, Miss Ida Newton and Mr.. Horace Roberts. There was also a good attendance of members of the Social Club. The interment was in the Broseley Cemetery. Amongst the wreaths was a floral tribute from the members of the Social Club.

1^st April 1933

BROSELEY.

FOR THE UNEMPLOYED.—In aid of the funds of the local Young Men’s Unemployed Association, a whist drive was held at their headquarters, the Pheasant Hotel, on March 24. Mr. T. Goodall undertook the duties of M.C., and the stewards were Messrs, F. Hall and J. Hill. Miss Potts (The Deanery) presented the prizes to the following winners:-1 Mrs. Hurdley) (Iron-Bridge), 2 Mrs. Molyneux, Miss Halley, consolation Mrs. Bagley; 1 Mr. W. Taylor, 2 Mr. Davies, 3 Mr. Geo. Edwards (after a cut with Mr. W. Boden), consolation Mr. J. Jones. A competition for a cake was won by Miss T. Griffiths (Benthall) after a cut with Mrs. Molyneux. The hon. secretary proposed a vote of thanks to Miss Potts and the donor; of the ‘prizes, and he also carried out the secretarial duties.

A CONCERT was given in the Methodist schoolroom on March 23 by members of the Methodist Crusader Club to a large and appreciative audience, the proceeds being for the club’s funds. The programme (which was lengthy and varied) consisted of songs, choruses, sketches and recitations, and those who took part were Misses Irene Bennett, Celia Casey, Edith Oakley, Susie Meadows, Mary Oakley, Mabel Williams, and Freda Norry, also Messrs. E. Humphries, L. Morris, W. Bachelor, G. Leadbetter, W. Ashwood, T. Gainham and A. Evans. The concert was repeated on the following evening, for children, when the room was again filled.

CHILDREN’S HOME.—The result of the recent house-to-house collection on behalf of the National Children’s Home and Orphanage amounted to £6 1s., which has been duly forwarded to the headquarters by the local hon. secretary, Mrs. C. Thomas (Mill Cottage).

FORMER RESIDENT’S MARRIAGE —On Jan. 14, at Woori Yallock, Victoria, Australia, the wedding was solemnised of Mr. Charles Allen Westwood, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. S. Westwood, of Duke Street, Broseley, and Miss Eva May Kitchener, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. Kitchener, of Woori Yallock,, Victoria. The ceremony took place at the bride’s home and was conducted by the Rev. H. Gunnell. Miss Nellie Kitchener (cousin of the bride) was bridesmaid, and the best man was Mr. J. E. Westwood, L.Th. (brother of the bridegroom). The honeymoon was spent in Melbourne.

UNITED BROTHERHOOD. — The final meeting of the session was held on Sunday afternoon in the Methodist Church. This took the form of an “open” meeting and the large attendance included many ladies. The president, Mr. Hugh Welsh (Willey Old Hall), occupied the chair, supported by the chaplain, Rev. C. S. Jackson (rector of Broseley), and the Rev. W. D. Huzzey Davies, of Madeley (Methodist minister), who was the special speaker. The hon. secretary (Mr. J. A. Hartshorne) presided at the organ and opened the meeting with a voluntary. The chaplain read the lesson and conducted the devotional part of the service. The chairman, in the course of his remarks, extended a hearty welcome to the ladies present and ventured to suggest that they should start a sisterhood movement to which they could invite the men. He said that at the end of this, their sixth session of the brotherhood, they had a faithful band of followers who had stuck together throughout. In saying goodbye and good luck to the members until the autumn, he added that he hoped in the meantime all would carry the spirit of brotherhood and co-operation into their every-day life.—The Rev. W. D. Huzzey Davies gave a most helpful address on “The thrill of life”, and the Iron- Bridge vocal quartet (Messrs. A. A. Dennis, Heighway, T. Aston and W. Harper) sustained the musical part of the programme. Fellowship hymns were heartily sung during the afternoon under the conductorship of Mr. F. S. Francis (precentor). After a vote of thanks had been accorded to the speaker and the singers, on the motion of the secretary, the afternoon closed with the Blessing by the Rev. Huzzey Davies.

JACKFIELD.

PATRONAL FESTIVAL.—On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the opening of the St. Mary’s Parish Church, on Sunday, specie services were held throughout the day, conducted by the rector (Rev. F. J. Mason). At 8 a.m. there was a celebration of Holy Communion, at which there were over 60 communicants, and this was followed by choral Eucharist at 11 a.m. In the afternoon a congregation assembled at the church, when a precession was formed and marched to the old Red Church-on-the-Hill. The procession led by Mr. C. Cross carrying the processional cross, consisted of the Jackfield prize silver band, under the conductorship of Bandmaster W. Ellis, the surpliced choir and choir girls, members of the Mother’s Union, the Sunday school members of the church and other parishioners. A service was held there and the rector gave a short address. Appropriate hymns were sung and a collection was taken for the old church and churchyard reservation fund. The procession then reformed and returned to St Mary’s Church, and, after marching around the church and the singing of a hymn, entered the church for the Blessing and dismissal. Shortened evensong followed at 6-30 p.m. with a sermon and a musical service. The choir gave an effective rendering of an anthem, and the soloists were Mr. Edward Hudson and Mr A. Pugh. Suitable hymns were sung, with Mt Gerald Edge(organist) at the organ.

RATES IN WENLOCK BOROUGH.

EFFECT OF ME DIPHTHERIA OUTBREAK.

At a special meeting of Wenlock Town Council on Wednesday, the Mayor (Mr. E. S. Owen), presiding, the general rates for the ensuing year were levied as follows:—Barrow ward, 13s.; Broseley, 12s. 1d.; Madeley, 2s. 2d.; Wenlock (town scavenging area), 13s.; Wenlock (outside scavenging area), 12s. 9d. It was stated by the town clerk (Mr. V. W. Derry), that the increased cost created by dividing the Wenlock sanitary division into two parts, for the purpose of collection of domestic house refuse, would be met by a 3d: rate, Whilst Any additional funds required would be drawn from the Cooke-bequest of £3,000. The current general rates were:- Barrow, 11s: 10d; Broseley, 12s. 2d.; Madeley, 12s. 2d.; and Wenlock, 13s. 1d.

The town clerk reported that grants from the Ministry had been reduced by in the Barrow ward, and £50 in the Broseley Ward, whilst an increase in grants of £100 was reported in regard to Madeley, and £29 in regard to the Wenlock division. The total amount of grants for the ensuing year was £7,676, against £7,647. An amount of £740 was outstanding in rates, and there was a balance in hand at the end of the financial year of £2,50.

It was stated that the reason why the Council could not decrease the rates proportionately with the county rate decrease of 4d., was that a diphtheria epidemic had cost the borough £300, and that amount would absorb within 1.d. the 4d: decrease by the county.

A vote of condolence was passed with the relatives of the late Mr. Bagnall, who was first elected a councillor in 1912.

Past Mayors.

Ald. Thompson raised the question of the provision of the tablet recording the names of past mayors. He said the project was brought forward some five years ago, but had been held in abeyance. The Wenlock Corporation dated back many years, and there had been over 400 mayors, all of whom had done excellent work in the borough, and he considered that their names should be recorded on a suitable tablet. He moved that the Wenlock ward should draw up a scheme, and secure an estimate as to cost.

Ald. Roberts seconded, and. this Was agreed to.

The Guildhall.

A recommendation was submitted by the Finance Committee, which was agreed to, that a change be made in the caretakership of the Guildhall, and that the present caretaker should be given the opportunity to resign, and be granted a small pension in recognition of her long services.

It was stated that the Council had no complaint to make against the present caretaker (Mrs. Yates), but owing to her illness and advancing years, the Finance Committee considered that a male caretaker should be appointed.

Scheme for Unemployed.

The Mayor intimated that a scheme for the benefit of the unemployed was proceeding very satisfactorily in the Madeley ward, and he expressed the hope that interest would develop in the other wards.

The Council agreed to a recommendation that application be made to the Ministry of Health for formal consent to the sale of one parlour-type house erected by the Wenlock District Committee in The Crescent, Much Wenlock, under the Housing (Financial Provisions) Act, 1924, at a price of £500.—The town clerk said that the actual cost of the house was £600 and in reply to Ald. Nicklin, as to what loss the Council would have to bear, the town clerk said that the Council would get a reduced grant from the Ministry of £6 10s, for 20 years after the sale.

15^th February 1933

BROSELEY.

METHODIST CHURCH.—On Tuesday an Easter cantata, entitled “The King of Glory,” by F. W. Peace, was given in the church by an augmented choir of 40 voices, under the conductorship of Mr. Christopher, With Mrs. A. Harris presiding at the organ, and Mr. Denis Williams at the piano. The Rev. S. Body was the chairman, and the soloists were:— Mrs. H. D. Macintyre Smith (soprano), Mrs. T. Bichley (contralto), Mr. Vincent Davis (tenor), and Mr. A. O. Jones (baritone). The soloists rendered the solo parts and quartets in an expressive and feeling manner. The choruses, too, were well sustained throughout. The proceeds were in aid of choir funds.

BRITISH LEGION.—A whist drive, organised by the committee of the local branch, was held in the Town Hall on April 7, the proceeds of which were in aid of the branch standard fund. Capt. E. D. Collins carried out the duties of M.C., and members of the committee acted as stewards, and gave assistance in other directions. The prize-winners were:-1 Mrs. J. Casey, 2. Mrs. F. Embrey, 3 Mrs. Percy Archer; 1 Mr. ‘I’. Goodall, 2 Mr. T. Everall, 3 Mr. Ivor Molyneux. The prizes were distributed by Mrs. C. A. Potts (Orchard House). Capt. Collins called for three cheers for the British Legion, which were heartily given by the company. The hon, secretary of the branch (Mr. W. W. Ward), was responsible for the secretarial duties, and Mr. H. Mason acted as treasurer. The refreshments were provided by Mrs. E. Evans (caretaker),

JACKFIELD.

FLOWER SHOW COMMITTEE.— The Boat Inn flower show committee held their annual whist drive and dance on April 7 in the Coalport: Room in aid of the prize fund. Mr. P. Preece was M.C. for the whist and Mrs. Stanway (Madeley) presented the prizes to the foliowing:-1 Mrs Stodd, 2 Mrs. Gallier, 3 Mrs. Portman; 1 Mr. G. H. Boden, 2 Mr. A. Rogers, 3 divided between Mrs. Vickers and Mr. Thompson, sealed number Mr. W. Sumner. Mrs. Preece and Mr. J. Downs won the spot waltz prize. Mr. W. Sumner was M.C. for the dance. A hearty vote of thanks to Mrs. Stanway was proposed by Mr. P. Preece and seconded by the secretary. Ladies in charge of the buffet were Mesdames W. Storey, E. Hodge and P. Preece. The arrangements were carried out by a hard working committee, of which Mr. W. Johnson is secretary.

IRON-BRIDGE.

ACCIDENT. — On April 7 a lorry belonging to a London contractor, was proceeding down the Benthall bank from Broseley in the direction of Iron-Bridge, when it crashed through some railings on the railway embankment and struck the rear part of the 3 p.m. train which had just left Iron-Bridge station for Shrewsbury. Fortunately, no one was in the compartment at the time, but the door of the compartment was wrenched off. The driver was thrown out and picked up on the line, and Messrs. A. Ansell and W. Deakin (railwaymen) rendered first aid. He was later examined by Dr. Hoy, who ordered his removal to Broseley Hospital, where he was found to be suffering from concussion and detained. The breakdown gang were one hour and 20 minutes in clearing the line in the evening. The driver of the lorry was Mr. W. J. Mallandine of Pole Street, London.

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LATE MR. A. B. ONIONS.

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HOUSING IN WENLOCK BOROUGH

DEMAND FOR RE-INTRODUCTION

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Water Rate Reductions.

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