19th Oct 1928 - Buntingford Petty Sessions

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Buntingford Petty Sessions

Friday Last, before Sir Charles Heaton-Ellis (in the chair), Captain H.H. Williams and Mr G.W. Pepper.

APPLICATION FOR POSSESSION

Mr Alfred J. Miller, of Braughing, made application for the possession of a cottage owned by him and in the occupation of Mr Robert Allen, of Braughing.

Mr Miller said he became the owner of the property in 1928. The tenant had been in occupation since 1926. The rent was 4/6, but when he (Mr Miller) became the owner he raised it to 5/6. The tenant had refused to pay the incrase, and the arrears now amounted to £13 11s 6d.

The applicant was anxious to get possession as he intended putting the cottage in a better condition.

Mr Allen said he had tried for three cottages, but had been unable to secure one. The cottage he lived in was in a deplorable condition, and he did not feel inclined to pay the increased rent until the owner repaired the place. He was quite willing to pay the back rent as he had the money with him, but he could not pay the extra 1/-.

The Bench discussed the matter, and the Chairman said the case would be adjourned for one month to enable the parties to come to terms.

AFFILIATION CASES

Leonard Ward, of Aspenden, and Sidney Oakley, of Buntingford, were summoned by Mr H.J. Andrews for non-payment of arrears in respect of affiliation orders made by the Buntingford Bench.

After hearing the evidence the Chairman said that unless the cases were settled within seven days both men would be committed to prison, Oakley for three months, and Ward for one month.

The last-named paid before the Court closed.

19th Oct 1928 - Aspenden Sports Club

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Aspenden Sports Club

A most successful dance was held on the 6th inst. when 114 persons spent a very enjoyable evening on the ideal dancing floor of the Benson Hall.

Mr and Mrs Nash won the prizes for the spot dance, and Miss Feasey the prize for the lucky ticket.

Refreshments were attended to by Mrs F. Camp, of Aspenden, and gave every satisfaction. The Mavis Band provided the music, and thanks to their delightful playing and stamina not a dull moment crept into the evening.

The proceedings closed just before midnight with the National Anthem. The Club benefits to the extent of over £4 10s.

26th Feb 1926 - Death of Mr B. Stoten

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Death of Mr B. Stoten

It is with regret that we record the death of Mr Bertie Stoten, the only son of Mrs W. and the late Mr W. Stoten, formerly of Buntingford.

The deceased, who had been ill for some time, passed away at his home at New Malden on Wednesday morning at the age of 21. Prior to his illness, he was an electrical engineer.

His father, whose death was reported in this paper in July, 1924, was for many years gardener at Throcking Rectory. He was buried at Aspenden Churchyard, and it is understood that the arrangements may be made to bring the remains of his son to Aspenden.

The old friends of Mrs and Miss Stoten will extend their deep sympathy to them in their sad bereavement.