10th Feb 1928 - Annual Whist Drive

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Buntingford Nursing Fund

Annual Whist Drive

The Annual Whist Drive and Dance in aid of the Buntingford Nursing Fund was held at the Benson Hall on Wednesday evening.

The event was again organised by Miss Lushington, who was assisted by many willing workers both before the day and at the drive itself.

As many as twenty-seven tables were occupied for whist, while several persons came in afterwards for the dance. Mr A.C. Bartlett was M.C., and fulfilled his duties in a very efficient manner.

The prize winners were: Ladies - 1 Mrs F. Camp (179), 2 Mrs Green (171), 3 Miss Cornwell (171). Gents - 1 Mr A. Hodge (175), 2 Mr T. Pledger (175), 3 Mr G. Lindsell, jun. (174). The lucky ticket prizes went to Mr L. Poulton and Mr E. Pledger. Lowest scores - Miss M. Cornwell and Mr R. Cawthorne.

Miss Lushinton, in a brief speech, thanked all present, and emphasised the importance of the Buntingford Nursing Association, and referred to the admirable work being carried out by Nurse Davies. She also thanked all those who had contributed to the success of the evening. Miss Lushington then distrbuted the prizes to the successful whist players.

The following contributed to the prize fund or sent donations towards the expenses: Mrs Williams, Mrs Marshall, Mrs Weasey, Mrs Croslegh, Miss Lushington, Mrs Fell, Mrs Nevett, Mrs Fletcher and Mrs Dixon.

Dancing commenced at 10 p.m., and went on merrily until midnight, the Town Band and Mr J. Bishop kindly providing the music.

The event was most successful, and best thanks are due to Miss Lushington for again organising the annual whist drive.

10th Feb 1928 - British Legion - Service for Earl Haig

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British Legion

While the funeral procession of Earl Haig was taking place in London on Friday, Mr E.C. Clarke, hon. secretary of the Buntingford Branch of the British Legion, placed a wreath of evergreens and Flanders poppies on the Town War Memorial.

The wreath was inscribed: "In memory of our leader and a great soldier; from the members of the Buntingford and district branch of the British Legion." The town bell was tolled at minute intervals from 12.30 to 1 p.m.

On Sunday there was a memorial service to the late Field Marshall at St Peter's, Buntingford. A party of about thirty ex-service men, many wearing the familiar Flanders poppy, attended, and the service was conducted by the Vicar, the Rev A. Howard.

The Communion Table was draped with the Union Jack, and the order of service was similar to that held at Westminster Abbey on the previous Friday. Captain Lionel Tollemache read the Lessons.

Taking for his text the words "After he had served his own generation by the will of God, he fell asleep and was laid with his fathers," the Vicar paid a high tribute to Earl Haig. The British Legion was the outcome of his efforts and is a monument of his affectionate care for his soldiers. His great characteristics were thoroughness and co-operation, and if Earl Haig ranked side by side with Wellington he had many more troubles than Wellington.

The impressive service closed with the Dead March by Saul, played by the organist, Miss Boniwell.

The offertory was devoted to the British Legion Fund.

10th Feb 1928 - Death announcement

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Death

Harradence - On February 8th, at High Street, Buntingford, Eliza, wife of the late Mr James Harradence, aged 74 years. Funeral at Layston on Monday next.

Report on Mrs Harradence's death.

10th Feb 1928 - Death of Mrs Harradence

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Death of Mrs Harradence

The death of Mrs E. Harradence has removed yet another of our old inhabitants.

The deceased has been in failing health since her husband's death a year ago. She was 74 years of age, and during her illness received every possible attention and kindness from her daughter, Mrs H. Jackson, with whom she has resided for over twelve months.

He [sic] end came on February 8th. Her large family are now greatly scattered - two sons being in Canada and one at Southend. The funeral takes place at Layston on Monday. The deep sympathy of many friends in Buntingford is extended to the family.

Announcement of Mrs Harradence's death.