Saltaire Times, January 1925

NOTABLE SOCIAL EVENT

A BRILLIANT OPENING
CHARMING ORIENTAL DECORATIVE SCHEME

The Saltaire Conversazioni have long been recognised as the most brilliant social functions held in the Shipley district, and this year’s event, which commenced on Wednesday evening (6 January), was as successful as its predecessors.

As on previous occasions, the decorations at the Victoria Hall were very elaborate and tasteful. Indeed, it might be safely said that this year’s decorations excelled in brilliance those of the past few years, an exquisite oriental scheme having been introduced in the hall's aspect and walls, the brown motif relieved by touches of black. An Aladdin-lamp shedding Turkish rays was suspended from the ceiling, and broad ribbons of choicely blended colours formed a prominent feature of the decorative scheme.

I hear that the Saltaire Conversazioni for 1925 has been a financial as well as a social success. The increased attendance on the first day more than compensated, from a financial point of view, for the fewer number who attended the Fancy Dress Ball compared with last year.

Taken altogether, the Executive Committee have every reason to be satisfied with the success of the functions each evening.

In Mr. Morris Illingworth, who undertook the secretarial duties for the first time, the committee have a most energetic and courteous official, who worked exceedingly hard to ensure the success of the Conversazioni. Mr. Illingworth’s efforts were ably seconded by Mr. A. E. Horne, the treasurer, and the remainder of the Committee.

It is indeed a proud record to have been associated with the Saltaire Conversazioni since its inception. I hear that Mr. John W. Humphreys, of Saltaire, has acted as an official for the Conversazioni for 42 years.

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PREFERMENT FOR THE REV. G. C. Fry

The Rev. G. Cecil Fry, youngest son of the late Mr. William Fry (well known for his long association with Saltaire Schools), has been instituted to the rectorship of Loxhore, near Barnstaple, North Devon, by the Bishop of Exeter.

Mr. Fry was ordained at Southwell in 1912 by the Bishop of Southwell and held curacies successively at Bulwell and Beeston (Notts). He afterwards transferred to the Exeter diocese and was in charge of St. Peter's, Ilfracombe, and later of St. Anne’s, Staunton, before going to Loxhore.

He is the author of a textbook of geography and other geographical works.

Mr. Fry had a distinguished educational career at the Salt Schools and the Universities of Leeds and Cambridge. Before entering the Church, he occupied important scholastic appointments at Dronfield, Middlesbrough, Newbury Grammar School, and Devon County School.

He is the younger brother of Mr. E. Clifford Fry, a gentleman well known for his association with several social, political, and philanthropic activities in Shipley.

SHIPLEY’S OLDEST VETERAN

The death occurred at No. 4 Titus Street, Saltaire on Saturday (3 January), of Mr. James Mansfield who was the oldest member of the Shipley Veterans Association and probably the oldest man in Shipley.

Born at Kidderminster, he came to Shipley at the early age of ten. For a long period he was employed at the Saltaire Mills in connection with building operations, until his retirement 32 years ago.

Mr. Mansfield had an excellent memory and entertained his colleagues at the Shipley Veterans’ Association with many interesting stories of years ago. He was a member of this organisation almost up to the time of his death and took active interest in its affairs.

The interment took place at the Nab Wood Cemetery on Wednesday (7 January). Chaplain William Hulme, of the Shipley Veterans’ Association, conducted the services at the home and the cemetery.

From the Shipley Veterans Association were Messrs. H. Cuff, F. Kendall, B. S. Stead. J. C. Cordingley, D. Allen, J. H. Murgatroyd, R. Dennison, D. Moss, W. Atkin, J. Ward, R. Case and W. Jackson.

Representing the Airedale Lodge of the Independent Order of Oddfellows, which Mr. Mansfield was the oldest member, were Bros. J. S. Barker, S. A. Clough, F. Helliwell and R. Eccles.

A large number of personal friends, amongst whom was Mr. Thomas Blythe, ex-Lord Mayor Bradford, attended the funeral.

BOY SCOUTS

The 1st Bradford North (Windhill) Troop Boy Scouts had a dance in the York Room, Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Saturday (3 January). One hundred and fifty couples spent an enjoyable evening dancing to the strains of the Ideal Orchestra.

Mr. Pickard made an efficient M.C., ably helped by Messrs. F. McLoughlin, L. Otter, and F. Whitaker, who acted as stewards.

FANCY DRESS BALL

A fancy dress ball, promoted by the Charlestown Association Football Club, took place in the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Friday evening (2 January). Mr. E. Simpson was M.C., and Mr. Geo. Ward’s syncopated orchestra provided the music.

The judge for the fancy dress costumes was Mr. M. Mellor, of Baildon. Prizes were awarded for historical, nautical, comical, and topical displays.

The secretarial duties were satisfactorily carried out by Mr. Colin Whitley.

LADIES’ EVENING

Organised by the Saltaire Mills Male Voice Choir, a very pleasant ladies’ evening took place at the Royal Cafe, Saltaire, on Saturday evening (3 January). About 150 members and friends were present. Mr. T. F. Doyle (vice-president) presided, and the company included Mr. H. L. Searle (secretary of Salt’s (Saltaire) Limited), Mr. and Mrs. F. Fearnley Rhodes, and Mr. Victor Waddilove.

Songs by Messrs. H. Holmes, P. Dickinson, L. and Miss D. Beckwith, a humorous monologue by Miss N. Dracup, and glee singing by the choir, which was conducted by Mr. F. Bradshaw, made for a most enjoyable programme.

Dancing took place later in the evening, and Messrs. H. Briggs, A. Helliwell, W. E. Doyle, and S. Shackleton formed an efficient voluntary orchestra,

Mr. G. Fawcett acted as M.C.

SALTAIRE CRICKET CLUB

3,000 SHILLINGS FUND
BAD WEATHER HITS AT FINANCES

The funds of the Saltaire Cricket Club, having fallen to a very low ebb, the officials have found it necessary to make an appeal to the public of the district to support a club which has for many years past provided cricket enthusiasts with the very best sport.

With this end in view, a President’s Shilling Fund has been inaugurated, and 3,000 shillings is the goal which is being aimed at.

The primary reason for the club’s unhappy financial position is the weather, which has ruined a very large number of games which would have been big “gates” during the past few seasons.

Subscribes from Saltaire were: -

Mr. N. Bailey – 3 Lockwood Street
Mr. T. Lord – 7 Lockwood Street
Mr. F. Smith – 60 Victoria Road
Mr . H. Sutcliffe – 61 Titus Street
Mr. S. Holdsworth – 41 Titus Stret
Mr. S. Earnshaw – 9 Jane Street
Mr. R. Gill – 16 Herbert Street

(Colin’s Note – Many more contributed, but their full names/addresses were not reported.)

ELEVEN ROBBERIES

Pilfering by Boys

A remarkable story of the wanderings of two boys, aged 18 and 13, and their extensive pilfering, was related to-day (15 January) at the Halifax Juvenile Court, presided over by Mr. J. Brearley.

They left their home at Saltaire, it was stated, five weeks ago, after stealing two 10s, notes belonging to their stepmother, and last Sunday (11 January) they were found in occupation of a hut on an allotment at Halifax.

There, and in their possession, a variety of articles were discovered, and these they admitted having stolen from Woolworth's Stores, from stalls in the Borough Markets, from cafes and from shops.

The magistrates remanded the lads for a week, with a view to getting them, the elder into a Borstal Institution, and the younger into an industrial school.

DEATH OF RICHARD TATE

One of Windhill’s oldest and most respected inhabitants, Mr. Richard Tate, 16 Valley Street, Windhill, died after a short illness on Friday (9 January).

Mr. Tate, who had attained a ripe old age—he was 86—was for years in the employment of Salt’s (Saltaire Ltd.), Saltaire Mills, as an engineman and a boilerman.

At one time he was prominently identified with the Saltaire Wesleyan Church, being a Sunday School teacher.

He was the first president of the Windhill Adult School, and he took a keen interest in the Windhill Young Men’s Christian Institute, of which he was a regular attender. He was also one of the oldest members of the Shipley Veterans’ Association.

He leaves two sons and one daughter. The funeral took place at Windhill Cemetery on Tuesday (13 January). Prior to the interment a service was held at Windhill Parish Church, conducted by the Vicar (Rev, A. E. Elwin) who also officiated the graveside.

FUNERAL OF MR. HORACE HUTLEY

The funeral of Mr. Horace Hutley of 67, Victoria Road, Saltaire, who died last Friday (9 January), took place at Nab Wood Cemetery on Tuesday (13 January).

Mr. Hutley had been employed for 45 years. He was a director of Windhill Co-operative Society Ltd., and a bellringer at Shipley Parish Church; and a member of the New Prosperity Lodge (Manchester Unity) Mr. Hutley who was in his 56th year leaves a widow and one daughter.

The Rev. Bernard J. Harris, Wesleyan Minister, Saltaire officiated.

The Saltaire Mills was represented by Messrs M. Read, J. Chapman, H. Woodhead H. Dibb, H. Griffiths, J. Farndale, and J. Keighley.

Co-operative Society, Windhill by Messrs. Emsley, Haynes Pollard (Directors), Mr. Murton (sec). and a large number of Department Managers.

Shipley Church bellringers and New Prosperity Lodge (M.U.) were also represented.

Among the friends present were Messrs. A. Whitham, G Greaves, A. Hudds, U. Eccles, B. Pres ton, J. Dibb, W. Clark and A. Lambert.

There were several beautiful floral tributes from relatives and friends, Salt's (Saltaire Limited, fellow-workers Saltaire Mills, Co-operative Society (Windhill.)

MOTOR CYCLE MISHAP

Mr. Arthur Lancaster, of 5 Delph Hill, Browgate, Baildon, manager of the weaving sheds at Prospect Mills, Baildon, was admitted to Sir Titus Salt’s Hospital, Saltaire, on Tuesday afternoon (12 January), suffering from concussion.

It is stated that while Mr. Lancaster was driving along Bradford Road, Shipley, at about 4 o’clock on a motor-cycle combination, he attempted to pass a motor-lorry when the motor-cycle skidded, and he was thrown off his machine and sustained injuries to his head.

After being attended by Dr. J. P. Walker, Mr. Lancaster was taken to the hospital in the Shipley Urban Council ambulance. He had only partially recovered consciousness at a late hour the same night.

Upon inquiry at the hospital yesterday (15 January), we were informed that Mr. Lancaster was making satisfactory progress.

GUESTS OF SIR JOHN ROBINSON

There was a splendid rally of the Shipley Divisional Unionist Association at the Victoria Institute, Saltaire, on Monday evening (12 January), when, at the invitation of Sir John H. Robinson, president of the Shipley Divisional Unionist Association, all the workers of the Division from the last election were entertained.

In spite of the dense fog that prevailed, 850 workers were present out of the 1,180 invited. The whole of the rooms were utilised.

SALTAIRE HOSTEL CONCERT

A pleasant evening was spent at Saltaire Hostel on Tuesday (27 January) when the Saltaire Mills Male Voice Choir gave a varied musical programme under the conductorship of Mr. Fred Bradshaw. They delightfully sang “Comrades in Arms,” “Come Where My Love Lies Dreaming,” “Sweet and Low,” “Crowned with Clusters,” and “Franklyn’s Doggie.”

Songs were contributed by Mr. Shaw, Mr. Moore, Mr. Dickinson, Mr. Smith, and Mr. Norman Keighley. Variety was imparted to the programme by clarinet solos by Mr. Doyle and solos by Mr. Shackleton. Mr. H. Riggs was an efficient accompanist.

All the items were much appreciated, and the thanks of the audience were suitably voiced by Miss Broadbent.

MR ABRAHAM BARRAS

The large gathering relatives and friends who attended the funeral of Mr. Abraham Barras, of 37 Carr Lane, Windhill, on Saturday, was an eloquent testimony to the respect and esteem in which Mr. Barras had been held as a well-known resident in Windhill.

Mr. Barras, who was 79 years of age, was a native of Colne. He come to Windhill at the age of eight. He began work as a boy at Saltaire Mills in the spinning department and was a spinning overlooker for many years. On leaving Saltaire Mill he took up the insurance business for upwards of 20 years.

In his early manhood was a prominent member of the Windhill Young Men's Institute. Later he became associated with the Windhill Wesleyan Mission, and for nearly 60 years was a well-known local preacher. He was also actively identified with the local cooperative movement and was a director of the Windhill Co-operative Society for 23 years. He was for many years a member of the Shipley Veterans Association, and during the absence of Mr. Hulme (chaplain) conducted the weekly services.

WHIST DRIVE AND DANCE

The whist drive and dance promoted by the Cricket Section of the Saltaire Mills Sports Association, held at the Royal Café, Saltaire, on Saturday evening (24 January), was an enjoyable affair. About 160 persons attended. Mr. J. Ackroyd was M.C. for whist, and Mr. V. Wensworth for dancing.

The prize-winners at whist were: —

Ladies: 1, Miss J. Hartley; 2, Mrs. A. Biltcliffe; 3, Miss M. Lancaster; Gentlemen: 1, Mr. J. Rourke; 2, Mr. T. Robinson; 3, Mr. J. Knott.

Mr. A. Doyle, hon. sec. of the club, presented the prizes to the winners. Mr. Jack Read’s band played a splendid dance programme.

CHARITY WHIST DRIVE AND DANCE

The Victoria Hall, Saltaire, was tastefully decorated in a colour scheme of red, white and blue on Friday evening (30 January), when the first annual whist drive and dance promoted by the finishing department of Saltaire Mills took place.

The effort of the promoters was to assist the widow and family of the late Mr. George Firth, who for 20 years had been employed in the finishing department of the mill. Mr. Firth, who served in the Great War, had also been a prisoner of war in Germany for two years.

Upwards of 300 persons were present. Forty tables were engaged in a whist drive controlled by Mr. B. Constantine.

The prize-winners were as follows:

Ladies: 1, Mrs. M. Quanbury; 2, Miss A. Hall; 3, Miss A. Cordingley.

Gentlemen: 1, Mr. A. Barnard; 2, Mr. J. N. Robinson; 3, Mr. A. Tyas.

A large number of those present took part in an enjoyable dance programme. Mr. W. Riley was M.C., and the music was supplied by the Glenroyal Dance Band. Mr. T. Lord was responsible for the secretarial arrangements.

MARRIAGE

St Peters, Shipley 31 January

Henry Priestley, 31, painter of 25 (renumbered 49) Albert Road, Saltaire, to Clara Farrar, 26, weaver of 58 Titus Street, Saltaire.

FOOTBALL

Bradford Industrial League

10 January – Salts United 3, YMCA 1
24 – Salts United 3, W.C. Gaunt 0
31 – Lumb Lane Mills 3, Salts Ltd 2

Other Matches

3 January – Saltaire 2, Clayton Baptist
17 – Saltaire Rangers, 3 YMCA 1
31 – Saltaire 2, Sharp’s 2

 

Saltaire Times, February 1925

SALTAIRE HOSPITAL

I hear there is movement foot to raise funds for the Saltaire Hospital. As a result the success achieved the ladies' section the Northcliff Golf Club at their whist drive and dance last week, I understand committee is being organised which will consist of representatives from the Northcliff Golf Club, Saltaire Conversazioni, and Saltaire Rose Society.

If the scheme materialises, which I have every reason to believe it will, the public of Shipley and district will be afforded another opportunity of showing their interest the work done the medical and nursing staff of the hospital.

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PROPOSED REFERENCE LIBRARY

We are officially informed that the Shipley Public Libraries Committee are putting forward a scheme for the reorganisation of the Saltaire Library.

It has been realised for some considerable time that the libraries in Shipley have not, with any degree of success, fulfilled their function, and with a view to remedying this defect, a scheme has been prepared, and it is intended to submit the same to the Council at the February meeting.

The scheme provides for the formation of a Reference Library, which is to be housed in a portion of the present Reading Room. This room is admirably suited for the dual purpose and, besides utilising the waste space, the provision of a Reference Library will supply a long-felt want in the district.

The unsightly newspaper stands are to be removed, and wall newspaper stands substituted, whilst one or two tables will be specially reserved for ladies' newspapers. It is intended that one of the lady assistants shall be on duty, out of hand, in this particular department, thus giving quick service and supervision.

The Lending Department is also to be rearranged. In this department, structural alterations will be necessary to provide a juvenile library, which will be behind the barrier, and which will enable the juveniles to select books without artificial light in the daytime, which is not the case at present.

Rearrangement of the Librarian’s office and the provision of a staff room is allowed for, as well as the substitution of metal shelving in place of the present unwieldy and much too high wooden shelves.

For some considerable time the staff at the Saltaire Library have been engaged in weeding out obsolete and worn-out books, and in compiling a manuscript catalogue on the dictionary plan.

Nearly the whole of the non-fiction portion has been dealt with, and already 700 volumes have been thrown out, being either out-of-date or otherwise too dirty to circulate.

Over 400 new books of all classes of literature have been purchased to replace the 700 referred to, and arrangements have been made for a further large purchase of books which are to be chiefly non-fiction.

Such is a rough outline of the scheme, and whilst it is necessary to obtain the sanction of the Council before the matter can be proceeded with, the Libraries Committee are to be congratulated heartily on making a serious effort to keep abreast with the times, and to make the Libraries serve the purpose for which they were intended.

We believe the Council will not withhold their sanction, but they will give their whole-hearted support to the scheme, which will be carried out under the supervision of the Libraries Committee, who will have the assistance of Mr. C. Snailham, the newly appointed librarian.

SALTAIRE DRAMATIC CLUB’S PERFORMANCE

A splendid performance of “The Duke of Killiecrankie,” a romantic love comedy by Robert Marshall, was given by the Dramatic Club of the Saltaire Institute Society in the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Tuesday evening. (3 February).

Since the Dramatic Club was formed in 1920, they have given annual productions which have met with so kindly a reception that they were produced a second time in Saltaire, and also at Bingley and Keighley for the benefit of charities, as a result of which the Club have been enabled to hand over to Shipley and district charities the gratifying sum of £350 during the Club’s existence.

Like its predecessors, The Duke of Killiecrankie is well within the range of the members. There are some splendid dramatic situations, with some very subtle arguments, and the interest of the audience was maintained to the finish.

“SKETCHES OF LONDON LIFE”

At the Victoria Hall, Shipley, on Wednesday evening (4 February), under the auspices of the Saltaire Institute Society, Miss Ada L. Ward, of London, gave interesting lecture on Sketches of London Life.”

Miss Ward illustrated her remarks by clever blackboard sketches depicting various phases of London life. Touching upon the old Cockney bus driver. Miss Ward regretted the departure of this phase of old England.

DEFINITION OF A MIRACLE – EVIDENCE OF CURES BY SPIRITUAL HEALING OVERWHELMING

There was a large congregation at Saltaire Wesleyan Church on Sunday evening (1 February), when the special preacher was the Rev. J. H. Warner, Vicar of Frizinghall, whose subject was “Spiritual Healing.”

The service was conducted by the Rev. B. Harris (resident minister), and the choir, conducted by Mr E. Armitage, sang an anthem in which Mr Arthur Raistrick took the solo. Mr H. Northrop Steel was at the organ.

YOUNG PEOPLES’ SERVICE AT SALTAIRE
REV. B. J. HARRIS ON “TRY AGAIN”

At the Saltaire Wesleyan Church a series of Young People’s Services are being held on each Sunday evening in the present month, conducted by the recently appointed minister, ‘the Rev. Bernard J. Harris.

In spite of the depressing weather last Sunday (7 February), a good congregation assembled. and the service was both homely and attractive.

CHARITY DANCE

The Spinning Department of Salts (Saltaire) Limited are to be congratulated on the successful charity dance they held in the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Thursday evening (5 February).

It was computed that upwards of 700 persons were present, and as the dance was in aid of the Saltaire Hospital and the benevolent fund of the Spinning Department, its financial as well as social success was assured. During the evening Mr A. E. Horne (Chairman of the Shipley Education Committee) commended the good work done by the Spinning Department on behalf of charity.

Mr G. Wall and Mr V. Wensworth were the M.C.s, and the music was supplied by Mr Jack Read’s band.

CINDERELLA CLUB SOCIAL

In spite of the inclement weather, there was a gratifying attendance at the Saltaire Institute on Wednesday evening at a social organised by Mrs G. A. Lodge, Earl Street, Shipley, in aid of the funds of that deserving movement — the Shipley Cinderella Club. Mrs Lodge had worked considerably hard to ensure the success of the function, and quite a large number of tickets had been disposed of, so that the financial aspect, it is anticipated, will be very gratifying to the promoter.

The Social Room was utilised for a whist drive controlled by Mr A. E. Horne, and dancing took place in the Victoria Hall, which was tastefully decorated. During an interval in the proceedings, Mrs G. W. Woodhams presented the prizes to the successful competitors as follows: —

Ladies:

1, Mrs A. Witts; 2, Mrs E. Dickinson; 3, Mrs W. Dalton; sealed, Miss Walls; consolation, Mrs M. Kendall.

Gentlemen:

1, Miss H. Lee (playing as a gentleman); 2, Mr A. Barker; 3, Mr H. Hornet; consolation, Miss Dorothy Merritt (playing as a gentleman).

Mr A. E. Horne (Chairman of the Shipley Cinderella Club) heartily thanked Mrs G. A. Lodge and the ladies and gentlemen who had assisted her to make the function a success. He was sorry there were not really more present, but he was sure that Mrs Lodge had done wonderfully well.

Mr E. Cowgill proposed, and Mr H. H. Clark seconded, a vote of thanks to the donors of the prizes, and a like compliment was paid to Mrs Woodhams for having presented the prizes on the call of Mr A. Watkins, who spoke of the splendid work achieved by the Shipley Cinderella Club and the readiness of the public of Shipley to support such a worthy movement.

Dancing was then continued until midnight, and a delightful time was spent, the novelty dances that were introduced creating a great deal of fun. Mr Joe Walker was a capable M.C., and the music was admirably supplied by the Melody Boys orchestra, with Mr Arthur Tillotson at the piano.

During the evening, light refreshments were served under the superintendence of Mesdames E. Jowett, Keighley, Sykes, Whittingham, Metcalfe and Brooksbank.

THE BOY SCOUTS
HAPPY GATHERING AT SALTAIRE

The Victoria Hall, Saltaire, was charmingly decorated with fancy paper chains and streamers on Friday evening 96 February), on the occasion of a conversazione promoted by the Bradford North Local Association of Boy Scouts. It was a successful function, and credit is due to the following committee for the excellent arrangements made: Mr. A. E. Sutcliffe (Chairman), Mr. A. N. Johnson (Treasurer), Mr. F. L. Cooper (Secretary), Mr. H. Carr, Mr. D. Gardiner, Mr. H. Pratt.

A whist drive was held in the Social Room, controlled by Mr. D. Gardiner. Mrs. A. B. Sutcliffe presented the prizes to the successful competitors as follows:

Ladies – 1, Mrs. Wilkinson; 2, Mrs. Warhurst; Consolation, Miss Dibb; Travelling, Mrs. Cutter; Sealed number, Mrs. Hawkins.

Gentlemen – 1, Mr. J. Wilkinson; 2, Mr. A. Cock; Consolation, Miss N. R. Lee (playing as gentleman); Travelling, Mr. A. H. Johnson; Sealed number, Mrs. Pratt (playing as gentleman).

A vote of thanks was accorded to Mrs. Sutcliffe on the proposition of Mr. A. Keyworth Gardiner, seconded by Mr. B. Carlisle.

An excellent programme of dancing was enjoyed in the Victoria Hall. Mr. L. F. Cooper was M.C., and the music was supplied by the Ideal Orchestra. Much interest was centred in the spot competitions and the winners were:

1, Miss N. Sutcliffe and Miss A. Walker.
2, Mrs. Sutcliffe and Mrs. Barker.

Children’s Evening

Saturday evening (7 February) was devoted to the children, and a large number were attired in fancy dress costumes. When dancing was in full swing, with streamers and fancy caps adding to the gaiety, the ball presented a charming scene. Mr. Matt Kilduff was the judge and his awards were as follows:

Children under nine – 1, Joan Blair (Crosswords); 2, G. A. Johnson (Cowboy); 3, Mary Cooper (Jap Lady).

Girls over nine – 1, T. G. Bickerdyke (Autumn); 2, K. Barker (Peter Pan); 3, G. Davies (Egyptian Princess).

Boys over nine – 1, A. Barker (Hindoo Boy); 2, E. Bryant (Jazz Pierrot); 3, F. Firth (Brigand).

Mrs. O. H. Holmes presented the prizes, and she was cordially thanked on the call of Mr. Walter Sutcliffe, seconded by Mr. H. Carr.

Mr. L. F. Cooper again officiated as M.C., and the Ideal Orchestra supplied the music.

Each evening refreshments were served under the superintendence of the Ladies’ Committee, namely: Miss Duck (District Cub Mistress), Mrs. Sutcliffe, Mrs. Barker, Mrs. Holmes, Mrs. Bait, Mrs. Pratt, Mrs. Gardiner, Mrs. Moxon, Mrs. Derbyshire, Miss Paley, Miss Moore, and Miss Parkinson.

TENNIS DANCE

At the Royal Cafe, Saltaire, on Saturday evening (7 February) the Saltaire Mills Sports Association (tennis section) held their annual dunce.

Mr. H. Pitchforth was M.C., and the music was supplied the “Melody Boys" orchestra.

The second dance of the season promoted by the Shipley Lawn Tennis Club was held in the Victoria Hall, Saltaire on Tuesday evening (10 February).

There was a good attendance of members and friends, who spent a pleasant time dancing to the strains of the Parisian Syncopated Orchestra. Mr J. R. Pullan was M.C.

SALTAIRE INSTITUTE SOCIAL

The members of Saltaire Institute Society participated in a social at the Victoria Hall on Friday evening (13 February).

Mr. H. Northrop Steel delighted the company with cleverly executed pianoforte solos. Mrs. Herbert Gill was the vocalist, and she was heartily recalled for her effective singing of “My Prayer,” replying with “In the Dawn” with equal success.

There was a capital reading of the play Belinda, in which the various characters were ably interpreted by Mrs. J. P. Fawell, Mrs. H. C. Smedley, Miss Armstrong, Mr. E. C. Fry, Mr. C. S. Place, and Mr. H. L. Atkinson. Mr. W. N. Finlayson was the interlocutor.

After supper there was an enjoyable dance, Mr. W. N. Finlayson (in the unavoidable absence of Mr. W. Knight Plunkett) being the M.C. The music was admirably supplied by the Merriway No. 1 Dance Band, under the direction of Mr. Frank Dawson.

BOXING – CLEVER CONTESTS AT SALTAIRE

There were some clever and interesting contests at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire on Saturday (14 February) when the Amateur Association Schools Championships (Northern Counties) were held.

BENEFIT CONCERT

A benefit concert was given at the Royal Cafe, Saltaire, on Thursday evening of last week, for the widow and children of the late Mr. George Firth. Mr. Firth was for 20 years in the finishing department of Salt’s, Saltaire, Ltd., and was also a prisoner of war during the European War.

SHIPLEY URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
MONTHLY MEETING – 24 FEBRUARY

The Electricity Committee authorised the placing of an order for a 100 kw. transformer to be used to replace the small transformer at the Saltaire Car Shed.

The Librarian Committee reported that during January the number of borrowers’ cards in force was 4,031, and the issue of books as—Saltaire, 6,138; Windhill, 3,761.

The Surveyor reported that external painting works at the Saltaire Institute were proceeding in a satisfactory manner and would be completed at an early date.

TUT-ANKH-AMEN

Under the auspices Saltaire Institute Society on Wednesday evening (25 February). Mr. W. Claridge, of Bradford, gave a lecture on “The Inner Meaning of recent Egyptian discoveries.”

“MERRIE ENGLAND”

An excellent interpretation of Edward German’s “Merrie England” was given at Saltaire Wesleyan School by the Saltaire Wesleyan Church choir on Wednesday evening (25 February).

The principals, who acquitted themselves admirably, were:
Bessie Throckmorton, Miss Nellie Judson; Jill-All-Alone and Queen Elizabeth,
Miss Gladys Tunstill; Sir Walter Raleigh,
Mr. Newton Wood; The Earl of Essex,
Mr. Bert Kirby; a Tailor,
Mr. Arthur Midgley; a Baker,
Mr. Arthur Raistrick; a Tinner,
Mr. Angus Heaton; a Butcher,
Mr. Edward Holmes.

The choruses were creditably rendered. Mr. Ernest Armitage was the conductor, and Mr. H. Northrop Steel was an excellent accompanist. There was a large audience, who frequently testified their appreciation of the performers’ efforts.

SHIPLEY BRASS BAND FINANCES

The balance sheet of the Shipley Brass Band for the year ending 1924 shows a total income, including subscriptions, of £78 2s 2 ½ d. A donation of £1 has been given to Saltaire Hospital, and the treasurer’s and bank balance amounts to 16s. 6d.

LORD BARNBY
Birthday Gift From His Employees.

Lord Barnby celebrated his eighty-fourth birthday yesterday (27 February) and to honour the event a social gathering was held at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, last night. During the evening, a presentation of a gold jardinière was made to Lord Barnby by the employees and staff of Messrs. F. Taylor and Co., Ltd., Lower Holme.

The presentation was made by Mr. Bramley, the oldest employee, with forty years’ service, while a bouquet was handed to Mrs. Dore.

In response, Lord Barnby spoke of his long and happy association with the firm of Messrs. F. Taylor and Co., Ltd., and said that the policy had always been that he would rather have a mill running at a small loss than not running at all.

Addresses were also delivered by Mr. Donald Watson and Mr. Harold Ingram (co-directors), and Colonel Willey.

A JAZZ BALL

Organised the Shipley Socialist, a jazz ball was held at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Saturday evening (28 February).

The company danced to the strains of Read’s Syncopated Orchestra.

ADVERT

To Sell, Avery Platform Scales, perfect, also set of superior driving harness, will suit 14.2 to 15.5 – Johnson, Provision Merchants, 46 Titus Street, Saltaire.

MARRIAGES

St. Peters, Shipley – 21 February

John Wilkinson Holland, a labourer aged 24 of 33 George Street, Saltaire, to Beatrice Goodison, a drawer aged 24 of 18 Mary Street, Saltaire.

St. Peters, Shipley – 28 February

John Evans, a mechanic aged 24 of 7 George Street, Saltaire, to Eveline Winfield, a spinner aged 19 of 5 George Street, Saltaire.

FOOTBALL

Bradford Industrial League

7 February – Albion C. C. 3 Salt’s Ltd 2
14 – Alston Works 1 Salt’s Ltd 1

Bradford Red Triangle League

28 February – Saltaire 2 Heaton Church 0
28 February – Wyke Rangers 7 Saltaire Rangers 2

Other Matches

7 February – Saltaire Rangers 8 Shipley United 1
14 – Saltaire Rangers 6 Manningham Mills 2
14 – Saltaire 4 Grandage’s 0
21 – Holme Lane 2 Saltaire 0

Saltaire Times, March 1925

EFFORTS FOR SALT’S HOSPITAL
SALTAIRE AND SHIPLEY FUNCTIONS
CONCERT, WHIST DRIVE, AND DANCES

During last week-end, three social functions were held with the object of augmenting the funds of Sir Titus Salt’s Hospital, Saltaire, and the organisers each are to be congratulated upon their successful efforts, as it is anticipated that nearly £70 will be handed to the hospital.

A delightful concert organised by Mr. H. L. Searle (secretary) and Mr. A. R. W. Hartley was given at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Thursday evening (12 March).

Mr. Searle and Mr. Hartley had spared no time or effort to obtain the services of talented artists, and in this respect they had been eminently successful, as among those who contributed to a varied and interesting programme were Madame Florrie Weldon, Shipley (soprano), Miss Ingeborg Simon (danseuse), Mr. Fred Popplewell, Guiseley (tenor), and the following Bradford artists: Miss Nellie Gregory (contralto), Mr. Cecil Rhodes (baritone), Mr. H. Flockton Foster with Mr. Albert Harrington (entertainers).

The governors of Salt’s Hospital were Mr. Walker Cryer, Mr. Thomas Kendall, Mr. D. B. Chadwick, and the Clerk (Mr. Thomas Luxton).

Mr. Cecil Rhodes gave fine renderings of the Prologue (Pagliacci), At Santa Barbara (Saunderson), and Myself When Young (Liza Lehmann), and being recalled sang Sincerity. Mr. Fred Popplewell, who was in excellent voice, sang My Dreams (Tosti) with artistic effect, and as an encore gave Heaven’s Gate very sympathetically, and later in the evening When Song is Sweet (Sans Souci) and Red Devon the Sea (Clark).

Madame Florrie Weldon contributed Amarella (Jesse M. Winne) and Nightingale June (Sanderson) in a pleasing manner, and on being enthusiastically recalled sang The Lilac Tree. Miss Nellie Gregory gave great delight with her singing of Arise, O Sun (Day), Silver (Gibbs), and O Love from Thy Power (Saint-Saëns). For the last song she was deservedly encored and charmed the audience with that evergreen favourite, Annie Laurie.

A feature of the programme was a series of dances cleverly performed by Miss Ingeborg Simon, the young daughter of Lady Simon and a student of Hornsea College. Although only 16 years of age, Miss Simon, who recently won a gold medal at Paris, delighted the audience with her graceful movements in several dances, including Grecian, Spring Dance (composed by herself), and, as encores, The Hornpipe and The Swan Dance.

Mr. H. Flockton Foster and Mr. Albert Darrington (piano) proved versatile entertainers in song and story; their parodies on Come into the Garden, Maud and Alice, Where Art Thou? and the concluding humorous ditty, Our Ideal Home, were exceedingly clever and entertaining.

Mrs. Walter Lund was an excellent accompanist. The lighting effects were under the direction of Mr. J. E. Kay, Saltaire, and Mr. F. H. Somers, of Shipley, lent the stage furniture. The organisers had the assistance of Mr. J. Linford, Mr. Bousfield, and Mr. J. Lund as stewards.

WHIST DRIVE AND DANCE

There was also large gathering at the Victoria Hall on Friday evening (13 March), when upwards 300 persona spent a pleasant evening at a whist drive and dance organised by the combined efforts committee of the Saltaire Conversazioni, Saltaire Institute, and Northcliff Golf Club.

The Hospital Dance Committee consisted of : -

Mr. A. T. Clough, chairman; Mr. A. K. Gardiner, treasurer; Mr. Frank Feather and Mr. Morris Illingworth, joint secretaries; ladies: Mrs. H. C. Mallinson, Mrs, A. K. Gardiner, Miss W. Noddle, Miss Cowie, Miss Whitehead; Messrs. E. Clifford Fry, H. L. Atkinson, W. N. Finlayson, G. L. Armstrong, A. E. Horne, T. F. Doyle, J. Wear, H. Gill, W. Noddle, J. H. Naylor, Fred White, J. Walker, Herbert Walker, Carl Stephenson, Thomas Kendall and W. H. Bland. The social room was utilised for whist controlled Mr. J. Walker, who was assisted Messrs. A. E. Horne, J. Wear, J. W. Bland, and H. Gill as stewards.

During the interval Mrs. A. K. Gardmer presented the prizes to the successful competitors as follows:

Ladies—l (silver cake stand). Miss D. Jaques; 2 (case of forks), Mrs. Robinson; consolation (silver jam dish), Mrs. A. K. Gardiner; Gentlemen—l (oak cigarette box), Mr. H. Burton; 2 (clock), Mr. W. Walker; consolation (ever sharp pencil), Mrs. Davis (playing as a gentleman).

Quite a delightful time was spent in dancing in the Victoria Hall. Mr. W. N. Finlayson acted as M.C., and the stewards were Messrs. H. Naylor, H. Walker, Thos. Kendall, C. Stephenson, G. L. Armstrong, and H. L. Atkinson.

The music was supplied by the Syncophonics Orchestra, Bradford.

The lighting effects produced in some of the dances were exceedingly pretty.

Supper was served in the York Room, and the consensus of opinion was that it was one of the most enjoyable social functions held this season.

MAN’S SEVEN AGES

“One man in his time plays many parts, his acts being seven ages.”

On these words, Mr. James Feather based his recital at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Wednesday evening (4 March) in connection with the Saltaire Institute Society. There was a good audience, and the items were greatly appreciated.

Mr. Feather’s pieces were chosen to illustrate the seven stages in the life of man, from the infant stage to second childhood. In this, he was assisted by Miss Freda Casson, Miss Hilda K. Carter, and Messrs. William S. Cowbourne and Andrew Beaver. Mr. N. Bentley presided at the piano.

In his recital, Mr. Feather showed great versatility, his items varying from the humorous, shown in his rendering of Algy and Topics of the Moment, to the dramatic and tragic side, brought out in The Fall of Wolsey and the madness of Gaspard, the Miser, in The Chateau de Corneville.

His collection of the quiet variety was none the less forceful, and was perhaps, in many cases, even more effective by reason of his restraint. The lighting effects, ably arranged by Mr. Maurice Bailey, were a feature of the show. Mr. Charles Henry Ingham acted as platform steward.

(Colin’s Note – Charles Henry Ingham, born in 1874, died 29 September 1832 and laid to rest in Nab Wood Cemetery, Shipley. He was a coal merchant and lived in Shipley.)

ISAAC CARROLL

Local cricketers will regret to hear that the Saltaire Cricket Club will be deprived of the services of Isaac Carroll, who proved worthy successor to Sidney Barnes.

Towards the close of last season, Carroll sustained a serious injury to the third finger his right hand. He has lately been an in-patient at Salt's Hospital and has had to have the finger amputated. He is progressing as favourably as possible and was able to leave the hospital yesterday.

Mr. Isaac Carroll, the Saltaire cricketer, who recently underwent an operation at Sir Titus Salt's Hospital, left Shipley on Tuesday (31 March) to recuperate his health at Penzance.

BOXERS ENTERTAINED

The boxing team connected with Messrs. Salt's (Saltaire) Ltd. were entertained by the firm on Thursday (5 March) at the Royal Café, Saltaire.

Mr. H. L. Searle congratulated the team on the success which they had achieved during their first season. They had, he said, taken part in six tournaments, at which medals were presented. The Saltaire boys had held their own and had brought 15 of the medals to Saltaire.

He expressed the hope that the boys would pay strict attention to their trainer's instructions, and he felt sure that the team would be more successful next season.

Mr C. B. Stanton, on behalf of the Boxing Club, thanked Mr Searle for the kindly interest the firm was taking in the club.

Those who joined the boys at supper were the managers of the various departments. The team completed an enjoyable evening at the Saltaire Picture House.

MASS MEETING OF TRADE UNIONISTS AT SALTAIRE

Primarily held for the purpose of augmenting the membership of the Shipley branch of the National Union of General and Municipal Workers, a well-attended mass meeting, with a contingent of trade unionists from Guiseley, was held at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Monday evening (9 March).

Councillor J. R. Brown (the local secretary) presided, and was supported on the platform by Miss Margaret Bondfield, J.P. (Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour under the Labour Government), Mr. C. Dukes, Leeds (district organiser), Mrs. W. Mackinder, and several officials connected with the trade union movement in Shipley and district.

SHIPLEY BUTCHERS’ DINNER

The Shipley & District Butchers’ Association held their 33 rd annual dinner at the Sun Hotel, Shipley, on Tuesday evening (10 March).

During the evening the president (Mr. John Booth) accepted on behalf of the association, a silver cup for the block test competition given by Mr. Horace Feather, and presented the prizes as follows: -

Cup & Gold Medal – Mawson Pedley
Saltaire beast – Thomas Rhodes, Saltaire
Sheep – Horace Feather, Saltaire
Pigs – G. Gill, Shipley.

SHIPLEY OLD FOLKS TREAT – A HAPPY REUNION
RECORD ATTENDANCE AT SALTAIRE GATHERING

There was a happy reunion of the Shipley and Saltaire old folks over the age of 65 years on Saturday (7 March), when, in spite of the inclement weather, there was a record attendance at the Shipley Old Folks' Treat, which was held in the Victoria Hall, Saltaire.

The arrangements for the large gathering were caried out by the Shipley Old Folks' Treat Committee, consisting of Messrs. Percy Taylor (chairman), H. Cottam, Abraham Kendall, A. E. Horne, Fred White, G. W. Woodhams, E. Cowgill, J. Hudson, J. Walker, Mrs. C. H. Simonds and Mrs. A. Midgley, who had the able assistance of Mr. T. H. Higson (secretary).

By the invitation of the directors of the Saltaire Picture House the old folks were present at the afternoon performance of Saltaire Picture House, and they evidently enjoyed the pictures screened.

The Tea

The committee had the assistance of several friends who helped all they possibly could in looking after the welfare of the aged guests at tea.

No fewer than 328 guests were entertained to a substantial tea provided by the Royal Café, Saltaire, which was served by an efficient staff of waitresses under the personal supervision of Mr. Cyril B. Stanton.

The company included several members of the Shipley Veterans' Association. Messrs. Lyons had given the tea and had also made generous concessions to the committee in the distribution of packets of tea among the women. All the men were given a packet of tobacco. Those who were too infirm to walk were conveyed to and from the Hall in motor-cars lent by Mr. Percy Taylor, Mr. Harry Cottam, Mr. Abraham Kendall, Mr. William Illingworth and Mr. Gordon Waddilove.

The oldest person present at the treat was James Shackleton, 243 Bingley Road, Shipley—last year's oldest guest among the men. There were also three women—Mrs. Garforth, Manor Lane, Shipley; Mrs. Mary Ann McGarry, 22 Constance Street, Saltaire; and Mrs. Harrison, 4 Daisy Place, Saltaire—who had each attained the age of 84.

The Concert

Mr. Abraham Kendall presided at the concert, and he was supported on the platform by the members of the committee. Mr. Percy Taylor (chairman of the committee) extended a cordial welcome to the aged guests, and said how pleased the Committee were to see such a goodly number present. They had a family of 328, and the oldest lady was 84 and the oldest gentleman 90: he hoped they would be there for many years to come.

Mrs. C. H. Simonds, in the course of a few remarks, said she endorsed what Mr. Taylor had said. If the old people had had a really good time the Committee were well repaid for what they had done. It was, she added, nice to talk of old times, and she knew that amongst their guests there were those who had not seen each other since last year's old folks' treat. She expressed the hope that the guests would enjoy the concert, as she was told a very good programme had been arranged, and that on the morrow they would think of the pleasant time they had spent together that evening.

The concert programme was admirably sustained by the members of the Saltaire Road Primitive Methodist Church Choir, who, under the conductorship of Mr. J. Briggs, sang several glees and the Fantasia from “Tannhäuser” with a delightful degree of freshness. Songs were also pleasingly rendered by Miss Hustwick, contralto, and Mr. J. Ogden, baritone. The humorous ditties by Mr. H. Whitaker also gave unalloyed pleasure. Mr. Seth Heaton was an excellent accompanist.

Mr. Kendall announced that when he asked one gentleman to give a subscription to the Old Folks’ Treat, he said he would give two guineas on condition that Mr. Kendall sang a song.

To the delight and astonishment of all present, Mr. Kendall broke forth into song, and his rendering of “My Sweetheart When a Boy” quite captivated the audience, who heartily applauded his efforts.

JUNIOR UNIONISTS’ DANCE

Organised by the Shipley branch of the Junior Imperial League, an enjoyable dance was held at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Thursday evening (5 March).

Included in the company were members from other branches of the Junior Imperial League. The attendance was somewhat affected by the prevailing epidemic – the flu – amongst others, Mr. H. D. Bradley (secretary) was unable to be present for this reason.

Mr. M. S. Jowett was a capable M.C., and the stewards were Messrs. E. C. Burnell, H. E. Althorp, G. W. Millington, O. Kermode, G. K. Fry, and H. B. Whitfield, Misses M. Martin, D. Ambler, L. and G. Rhodes.

The music was supplied by the Syncophonics Orchestra. During the evening, supper was served, and altogether a pleasant time was spent.

SHIPLEY TIN FOIL COLLECTION

Sir,—

May I inform your Shipley readers that the proceeds for 1924 of the tin-foil collection for Sir Titus Salt’s Hospital amount to £18 10s. 6d., which sum has been handed to the treasurer? This marked advance on last year's total of £5 16s. 0d. will, I trust, be a satisfaction to our helpers, who have thus turned “waste” to high uses.

It will be remembered that in Bradford a similar collection serves the Children’s Hospital. In addition to the silver paper, lead-foil, and lead, which form the bulk of the collection, the following oddments are welcome: silver and gold, dental plates, tubes of all sorts, odds and ends of brass, zinc, pewter, Britannia or white metal—but not iron or tins.

The matron at Sir Titus Salt’s Hospital, Miss Bell at the Saltaire Library, helpers in schools and shops, Wolf Cubs and Brownies all sit at the receipt of custom, and to all the collection is greatly indebted. With thanks to anonymous contributors, etc., and to all kind helpers.

—Yours, Miss Mary Scott, Shipley, 17 March.

“THE DUKE OF KILLIECRANKIE”

A completely successful repeat performance of The Duke of Killiecrankie was given on Friday evening (6 March) by the members of the Saltaire Institute Society’s Dramatic Club at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire.

This romance has already been presented at Saltaire and Keighley with marked success. The fact that it is so popular is not, however, surprising, for it was played by all taking part with a complete lack of that self-consciousness which so often mars amateur dramatic performances.

The setting also had a professional touch about it that spoke well for the work done behind the scenes.

Those taking part in the play were:

Mrs Harold C. Smedley, Mr Arthur Laverack, Miss Bessie Stansfield, Miss Elsie Davy, Mr Harold C. Smedley, Miss Marjorie Fox, Mr W. N. Finlayson, and Mr Geoffrey K. Fry.

The play was produced by Mr John R. Sampson, assisted by Mr. E. Clifford Fry. The occasional music played by the orchestra was arranged by Miss D. M. Wood, while the duties of stage manager were undertaken by Mr Chas. H. Ingham.

ENGLISH FURNITURE, 1200–1700

A lecture on English furniture was delivered at the Saltaire Institute by Mr W. E. Preston, deputy director of Bradford Art Gallery and Museums. The lecturer traced the history of English furniture from mediaeval times until the beginning of the 18th century.

SHIPLEY MUSICAL FESTIVAL
FINE CHORAL SINGING
PURITY OF TONE AMONGST BOY SOLOISTS
ADJUDICATOR’S TRIBUTE TO OFFICIAL ACCOMPANIST

Evidence of the increased public interest manifested in choral competitions in the Airedale district was a marked feature of the fourth annual event of the Shipley Musical Festival, held at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Saturday (14 March).

The number of entries this year was 52, compared with 55 last year, but the competitors came from a wider area than previously, and taken altogether, the singing attained a high standard of merit.

The large audience present at the evening session, when the final tests of selected competitors were given, were delighted with the fine choral singing.

SHIPLEY POLICE BALL
HUGE SUCCESS AT SALTAIRE
SPLENDID CHARITABLE EFFORT

A gathering of nearly 900 people at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Wednesday evening (18 March) must have more than fulfilled the highest hopes that the local constabulary had dared to entertain. The event was a whist drive and dance held in aid of police and local charities.

It was the first that has been organised by the local force, and Secretary P.C. James Handley must be congratulated upon the result of the effort. The actual figure is not yet known, but whatever the amount eventually proved to be it will certainly be a very substantial sum.

When it was seen that such a large number had attended, an extra band was promptly gathered and an overflow dance held in the York Room after whist tables had been cleared off.

The Victoria Hall had been tastefully decorated. The whole of the arrangements worked smoothly, and everything that could conduce to public enjoyment had been done. The music, which was of a high order and enjoyed by all, was provided by the Glen Royal Dance Band, under the direction of Mr James Hall.

At the whist drive, about 100 tables were occupied. Amongst the company were Col. J. Coke (Chief Constable for the West Riding), who spoke a few words prior to the prizegiving. He said he was always glad to be associated with any function of that kind which tended to bring the police and the public together.

The prizes for whist and dancing were presented by Mr George Firth, Sectional Leader, Shipley Social Constabulary, who gave an outline of the work done by the institutions to which the proceeds from that dance would be devoted. Supt. Woodcock (Bradford Division) and Inspector Foulkes (Shipley) were also present.

During the evening, a waltzing competition was held, for which the judges were Mr and Mrs Victor Waddilove and Mr Joe Walker, assisted by Col. de Coke as referee.

The officials were: M.C.s for whist, P.C. Mair and Mr J. Walker; M.C.s for dancing, P.C.s Talbot and Lessons; stewards, Sergeants Turner and Webster, P.C.s Postill, Schofield and Dickinson.

The prize winners included the following:

Spot dance: Mr R. Demaine and Miss L. Smith
Waltzing competition: 1st, Mr H. Spalding and Miss A. Fitton

Whist: Ladies: 1st, Miss A. Clark; 2nd, Mrs Hartley; 3rd, Miss E. Lambert
Gents: 1st, Mr Beech; 2nd, Mrs Quanbury; 3rd, Mr Rawnsley

The proceeds will be handed over to the Bradford Division for allocation. This Division last year raised £144 for these objects.

N.U.R. WOMEN'S GUILD

At the Royal Café, Saltaire, on Wednesday evening (18 March), the Shipley branch of the N.U.R. Women’s Guild organised a whist drive and dance, and the function was enjoyable and successful.

The whist drive was controlled by Mr Bass. Mrs T. J. Gray presented the whist prizes to the following successful competitors:
Ladies – 1, Mrs Townson; 2, Mrs Carradice; sealed prize, Mrs Fawkes; consolation, Miss Hardy.
Gentlemen – 1, Mr F. Wall; 2, Mr N. Parker; sealed prize, Mr J. Nicks.

At the dance, Mr W. Gregory officiated as M.C., and the music was supplied by Mr J. Murgatroyd’s orchestra.

The committee responsible for the arrangements were: Mrs Dutton, president; Mrs Jennings, vice-president; Mrs W. C. Denton, secretary; Mrs Seager, financial secretary; Mrs Dobbs, treasurer; and Mesdames Walker, Wall, Wickin, Fawkes, Watson, Verity and Miss Foster.

SHIPLEY LEAGUE OF YOUNG LIBERALS. WHIST DRIVE AND DANCE

The concluding whist drive and dance of the season held under the auspices of the Shipley League of Young Liberals was held in the York and Social Rooms of the Victoria Institute, Saltaire, on Friday evening (20 March), and proved a very enjoyable function.

A whist drive was held in the Social Room, controlled by Mr. H. W. Smart; while dancing took place in the York Room, Mr. W. Grunwell being M.C., and the music being supplied by the Ideal Orchestra. An excellent supper was also served under the superintendence of the ladies' committee.

Mrs. Sanctuary presented the whist prizes to the following successful competitors:—

Ladies: 1, Miss Ethel Gladys Lickley; 2, Mrs. Ward Parkinson; consolation, Mrs. Dinsdale.

Gentlemen: 1, Mr. W. Shepherd; 2, Mr. Ward Parkinson; consolation, Miss Shepherd (playing as a gentleman).

On the motion of Mr. Ward Parkinson, seconded by Mr. W. Shepherd, Mrs. Sanctuary was cordially thanked for presenting the prizes.

SALTAIRE WESLEYANS’ BAZAAR

A three days’ bazaar promoted by the Wesleyans of Saltaire, to raise money for the renovations recently carried out, was opened on Wednesday (25 March).

The amount aimed at is £1,500, and Mr W. Burrows announced that £153 had been received, including donations of £50 from G. Johnstone, £25 from Mr E. H. Gates, and £10 from Mr Ackernley.

The bazaar has been designed and carried out by Mr H. Clarke, who has generously borne the expense. It is styled an “Olde Chaucer Fayre.” Old English costumes are worn by the ladies at the stalls. Mr Ernest Parkinson presided at the opening ceremony. Mr F. W. T. Newboult, in the absence of Mr P. J. Pybus, performed the opening ceremony.

The effort realised £1,713 4s. 8d., and as the expenses arc slight it is hoped that the object the bazaar will be achieved.

SALTAIRE ROAD ACCIDENT

Shortly before nine o'clock on Wednesday morning (25 March) a slight accident occurred outside the Central Schools, Saltaire Road, Shipley.

A small boy named Dawson, aged five years, was crossing the Saltaire road from Wycliffe Road, where he lives, in order to get to the schools, when he was knocked down by a motor car.

In trying to avoid the child the driver of the car ran into the school wall. The lad was not much injured, and after he had received attention at Sir Titus Salt's Hospital he was allowed to go home.

The car was slightly damaged by the impact with the wall but was able to proceed under its own power.

(Colin’s note – Sydney Dawson was born 19 March, 1919, to Hartley Dawson and Edith (nee Clarke). In 1921 they were living at 47 Wycliffe Road, Shipley. Hartley worked as a french polisher.)

SHIPLEY URBAN COUNCIL MEETING – 24 MARCH

At the Public Health Committee, the Surveyor reported upon his further examination of the specification and estimate for the public conveniences proposed to be provided at Saltaire, and the Committee decided to invite amended tenders for this work upon revised specifications.

At the Libraries Committee, the report for February showed the number of borrowers’ cards in force as 4,008, and the issue of books as—Saltaire, 5,597; Windhill, 3,624.

The Committee approved a requisition for the purchase of two copies of the report of the Trades Union Congress visit to Russia for the Public Libraries.

It was recommended that an allowance of 50 per cent in the charges be made on the letting to employees of Salts (Saltaire) Limited, on 12 March, when proceeds amounting to £40 had been given to the Sir Titus Salt’s Hospital; and that an allowance of 50 per cent on scale charges be made to Messrs. Wm. Oddy and Co. in connection with their annual whist drive and dance, to be held in April, on condition that the proceeds are to be devoted to the Sir Titus Salt’s Hospital.

FIRE BRIGADE SOCIAL

The members of the Shipley Fire Brigade held their second annual whist drive and dance at the Victoria Hall, Saltaire, on Saturday evening (21 March).

The stage was tastefully decorated with plants and flowers, and also fire appliances kindly lent by Supt. Hall, of Salt’s (Saltaire) Ltd.

Altogether a very enjoyable evening was spent. Fifty-three tables were engaged for whist, which was controlled by Mr. T. F. Doyle (Chairman of the Baths and Fire Brigade Committee), assisted by the following stewards: Sergt. K. Hall, Firemen W. Johnson, T. Stead, A. Smith, H. Mortimer, E. Wilks, and G. Griffiths.

During an interval Mrs. Vincent Hall presented the whist prizes to the following successful competitors:

Ladies — 1, Miss Starr; 2, Miss Johnson; sealed, Mrs. Butland.
Gentlemen — 1, Mr. H. Rayner; 2, Mr. G. Dean; sealed, Mr. E. Wilcock.

Amongst the lady competitors, five ladies had to cut for the sealed prize and three amongst the gentlemen. On the call of Mr. A. E. Horne, Mrs. Hall was cordially thanked for presenting the prizes.

At the dance, Mr. A. E. Horne and Mr. Bertram Wright (Bradford) acted as M.C.s, and the music was supplied by Mr. J. Murgatroyd's supremo orchestra. It was estimated that upwards of 300 persons were dancing, and much merriment prevailed during the parade in the Grand March lancers.

The refreshment stall, which had been provided for the members’ wives, was under the superintendence of the following ladies: Mesdames Hall, Johnson, Thackleton, Greenwood, Stead, Barras, Farrell, W. Smith, Foster, Hartley, A. Smith, Mortimer, Griffith, and Beanland; the ice cream stall being in charge of Mrs. Harold Long.

The committee, with Mr. J. Barras as secretary, made excellent arrangements for the enjoyment of the company.

A SHIPLEY ACCIDENT

While walking along Saltaire Road, Shipley, during the breakfast interval on Saturday (28 March), Miss Annie Gott (20), burler and mender, living at 16 Oastler Road, Shipley, employed by Messrs. Salt's Ltd., was knocked down by motor cycle.

She was taken to Sir Titus Salt s Hospital, where it was found that was suffering from scalp wounds and shock, but that her injuries were not of serious nature.

CONCERT AT SHIPLEY

A delightful concert was held on Friday (27 March) at the Saltaire Mills' Male Voice Choir's headquarters. Prince of Wales Hotel, Shipley, when the members wore entertained to an excellent programme of glees and songs the Airedale Musical Union of Undercliffe. Mr. T. F. Doyle (vice-president) presided.

The visitors have some remarkably good soloists in Messrs. Sutcliffe, Luty, Wigglesworth, Addy, Deighton, Drake, Milnes and Whitehead. Mr. Collinson is a very efficient pianist and his accompaniment to Mr. Wigglesworth’s fine rendering of the song “Harlequin” was most charming.

A very happy and fraternal spirit was in evidence throughout the evening. Comradeship and unity were the keynotes of the speeches of the Chairman, Mr. F. Bradshaw (conductor), and Mr. H. Sutcliffe, of the Saltaire Mills Male Voice Choir, and Mr. H. Sutcliffe (conductor), of the Airedale Musical Union.

It promises well for the future of male voice singing of Bradford and Shipley Districts when such happy relationships prevail between the various choirs.

LOCAL DIVORCE SUIT

At Leeds Assizes on Friday (27 March), Albert Edward Thornton, petitioned for divorce from his wife on account of her desertion and misconduct.

He said they were married at the Register Office, Bradford, on 14 August, 1920, and for a time they lived together at the house of his mother at 68 Victoria Road, Saltaire. Later, they took a house of their own at 140 Heath Terrace, Bradford Moor.

After leaving the house of his mother, his mother took in a lodger named Richardson, who was the co-respondent. The petitioner and his wife became very friendly with Richardson.

In September 1923, his wife left him, and he discovered later that Richardson had left the house of his mother in Victoria Road.

On 4 October, he found that his wife and the co-respondent were living together as man and wife at a house in Leicester. A decree was granted.

DEATH IN AMERICA

Watson Bailey died 21 March in New Jersey, USA. Living in Saltaire he emigrated to America in 1891.

DEATH NOTICE

PARRETT – Seth, died 10 March at 17 Airedale View, Gilstead, near Bingley.

FOOTBALL

Bradford Industrial League

7 March – Salt’s Ltd 5 Cumberland Works 3
14 – Towler C.C. 2 Salt’s Ltd 4
21 – Shipley L.M.S. 2 Salt’s Ltd 0
28 – Haigh’s 1 Salt’s Ltd 1

Bradford Red Triangle League

14 March – Saltaire Rangers 4 St. Silas 3
21 – Saltaire 6 Ebeneezer Church 0
28 – Saltaire 4 St. Augustine’s 1

HOCKEY

21 March – Whitehead’s Ladies 4 Saltaire Ladies 5