30th July 1926 - Layston Church Choir Outing

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Layston Church Choir Outing

On Wednesday last the Choir enjoyed a delightful day at Clacton-on-Sea.

The party, with the addition of the Rev. A. and Mrs Howard, the Misses Howard, Mr S. Howard, Mr and Mrs Baker and others, left at 7 in Mr Spencer's new and comfortable charabanc. The drive was enjoyed by all, the weather being favourable.

On arrival, the party separated for bathing, paddling and the other delights of Clacton, but met at 5 for tea at the Clifton Restaurant.

The expenses of the Choir were chiefly met by the kind gifts of members of the congregation and other residents in Buntingford.

The rain held off well till the start home was made, and was not sufficient to cause serious inconvenience.

23rd July 1926 - Westmill Women's Institute

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Women's Institute

The July meeting was held on Wednesday, the 21st inst., at Knight's Hill, by kind invitation of Mrs Laird.

The usual proceedings took place and one new member elected at the business meeting, which was at 6.30.

A whist drive followed, prizes for which were given by six members, and the bountiful tea was given by Mrs Laird. There were eleven tables, Mrs Laird acting as M.C. It was a very stormy evening, so the proceedings were conducted under cover.

For the prizes, Mrs Darton and Mrs Lee tied for the first lady's; Mrs Pegram was awarded consolation, while an extra prize was won by Mr G. Warner (playing as lady).

Mr W. Jackson and Mr W. Baker won first and second gents' prizes respectively, Miss Bright (playing as gent) being awarded consolation prize.

Mr Harvey, for the visitors, proposed a very hearty vote of thanks to the hostess.

In spite of the weather, a very cheerful evening was spent.

16th July 1926 - Buntingford Sale

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Sale

On Monday last, Mr G. Scarborough Taylor offered for sale at the George Hotel, Buntingford, the freehold property situate on the Market Hill, and formerly occupied by Mr J. Marvill.

Bids of £50 and £25 carried the bidding to £475 at which price the property was sold to Mrs H.L. Baker, of Buntingford.

The late owner was Mrs F.J. Robinson.

16th November 1923 - Buntingford Women's Institute

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Buntingford Women's Institute

A meeting of the Buntingford Women's Institute was held at the Assembly Room, George Hotel, on Wednesday evening last.

A lantern lecture on "Flowers" was given by Mr W. Graveson, of Hertford, and was much enjoyed by all present. The lecturer spoke of the various legends connected with our English flowers, and many of the beautiful pictures were taken by Mr Graveson himself. At the close a very hearty vote of thanks was carried with acclamation by all present.

The lantern was manipulated by Mr B.E. Thody.

Following the lantern lecture musical items were rendered by Miss Baker's pupils. The programme for the ensuing year was also discussed, and it was resolved to have an Institute outing next summer.

Bulbs for the Bulb Competition were sold at the meeting.

Two new members were co-opted on the committee, namely Mrs W.J. May and Mrs G. Saggers. It was also announced that tickets were now on sale for the Whist Drive, which will be held at the George Hotel on Tuesday next, Nov. 20th.

A special feature will be a prize for a lucky ticket, which must be purchased before Tuesday. The whole of the prizes to be offered will be on view in Mr Sharp's window on Monday.

Tea was provided by Miss Boniwell, and the meeting closed with the singing of Auld Lang Syne.