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