1st October 1926 - Cycling Accident

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Cycling Accident

On Tuesday last a very unfortunate accident occurred to Miss Phyllis Wilkerson, of Sunny Hill, Buntingford.

She was cycling home from the Puckeridge School, when in coming down the hill towards Frost's Lodge, she appears to have come over faint, and fell heavily on the grass on the left of the road.

Mr W.S. Fordham, of London House, Puckeridge, luckily came along in his car almost immediately, and rendered valuable aid and assistance in lifting Miss Wilkerson (then unconscious) in his car, and conveyed her to Dr Fell's at Buntingford.

Unfortunately Dr Fell was not at home, but Mr Fordham, with the help of several kind friends, left her at the doctor's house quite comfortable, and Dr Fell returned home shortly afterwards.

On being examined it was found that the left wrist was badly broken and an Ex-ray was necessary.

Dr Fell, after attending to the injuries, immediately conveyed her in his car to the Royston Hospital. The wrist was set the following morning, and at the time of going to press the patient is going on quite satisfactorily.

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Mr and Mrs Wilkerson wish to thank most sincerely all those king friends who so readily looked after Phyllis (in their absence) until the arrival of Dr Fell; and also to Mr W.S. Fordham and Dr Fell for their most valued assistance; and also for the use of their cars.

23rd April 1926 - Buntingford Women's Institute

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Women's Institute

Monthly Meeting

Parade of Shawls

The President, Mrs H.C. Marshall, presided at the monthly meeting of the Buntingford Women's Institute, held at the George Hotel on Wednesday in last week.

A demonstration on basket and cane work was given by Mr R.A. Bunn, of the H.C.C., and was watched very attentively by the members. Mr Bunn afterwards raffled the tray he made and gave the proceeds of the draw to the Teachers' Benevolent Society. The tray was won by Mrs T. Dellow.

On the proposition of the President, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr Bunn for his very interesting demonstration.

There were 30 entrants for the parade of shawls, and some beautiful specimens were seen. Mrs T. Dellow was awarded first prize, Mrs Mottram second, and Mrs Scarborough Taylor third.

Votes of condolence were accorded Mrs H.J. Fordham, whose husband was killed at the Puckeridge Races, and Mrs Tapper, of Cottered.

The question of the summer outing was discussed, and it was suggested that an historical place such as Hampton Court be visited this year. The matter was left over for discussion.

Tea was served by Mrs H., Mrs W.J. and Mrs J May, of Wyddiall.

9th April 1926 - The Puckeridge Hunt Point-to-Point Hunt Ball and Races

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The Puckeridge Hunt Point-to-Point Hunt Ball and Races

FATAL ACCIDENT TO WELL-KNOWN RIDER

THE BALL

Quite a prominant outstanding event in the county was the Point-to-Point Hunts Ball, which took place at the Public Hall, Much Hadham, on Tuesday evening last.

All the complete organising arrangements were effectively made by Mrs North Hickley, of Hill House, Much Hadham. The other ladies, too, of the Puckeridge Hunt contributed not a little to the success of the evening.

The Public Hall was transformed into an attractive ball room. The splendour of the decorations in colour and design could not fail to please. Besides flowers, flags and pictures, there were some choice flowering plants lent by Major and Mrs O.F. Christie, of Culver Lodge. Perhaps the most noticeable feature was a number of foxes' masks that adorned the halls, and were prized trophies of many famous runs.

The ball was attended by about 190 ladies and gentlemen, the elite of the Puckeridge country. A considerable proportion of the gentlemen were in pink, and this added to the gaiety and splendour of the scene.

Newman's well-known Band from London was engaged, and gave perfect satisfaction. The programme with many of the newest dances gave general delight. Dancing began at 9.15 p.m., and the last dance closed at 3.45 a.m.

The Public Hall was connected by a covered way with the Hut, where supper was admirable served from 11 p.m.

A large number of those present at the ball also attended on Wednesday the Puckeridge Hunt Point-to-Point Steeplechase.

THE RACES

The Point-to-Point races were held near Brent Pelham on Wednesday. Although rain fell throughout the day there was a large gathering.

A fatal accident occured to Mr H. Fordham in the first race. His horse fell at one of the jumps, and in rising trod on him. Mr Fordham was at once removed to Brent Pelham where his conditions became worse, and he died early yesterday morning.

A keener huntsman it would be difficult to find, and his tragic death has come as a terrible shock to hundreds in the district. The inquest takes place this evening, and a fuller account will appear in our next issue.

3rd Feb 1928 - League of Nations Union

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League of Nations Union

Despite a very wet evening, the Women's Institute Hall was well filled on Thursday evening of last week, of the occasion of a meeting in connection with the League of Nations Union.

The chair was taken by Sir Charles Heaton-Ellis, who was supported on the platform by Mrs M.E. Downer, Mrs Lanyon, Mrs G.C. Coutts Deacon, Miss Woods, the Rev. A. Howard, the Rev. E.E. Empringham, the Rev. F.R. Williams, the Rev. A.G. Langdon, the Rev. W. Mc C Kerr and the Rev. John Cole.

A letter of regret at being unable to attend was read from the Rev. A.N. Morgan.

The Chairman gave a very able survey of the work of the League of Nations, and referred to Lord Robert Cecil as whose life's work was for the League. (Applause)

Sir Charles then referred to the past work of the League and added that it would do still greater work in the future (Applause).

Mrs M.E. Downer, of the League of Nations Union, then gave an extremely interesting address on the work of the League of Nations. The League, she said, would settle disputes by reason and not by thought. The Battle of Trafalgar cost £88,000, but one of our present day battleships cost £6,000,000 and we were no stronger in the Navy than we were in Nelson's day. They had in the League of Nations a piece of machinery that could stop war; the machinery was not perfect, but it was everyone's duty to support the League.

The speaker's fine closing appeal resulted in 37 new members being enrolled.

Mr Andrew Weir moved a vote of thanks to Mrs Downer for her most interesting address. He (Mr Weir) could not help thinking that if anyone knew of any other way of settling disputes than through the League of Nations, then for God's sake let them say so.

Miss Woods seconded the vote of thanks, which was carried amid applause.

Mr W.S. Fordham, of Puckeridge, moved a vote of thanks to the Chairman, and this was seconded by Mr W.J. May and carried with applause.

Thanks are due to the Rev. E.E. Empringham, of Cottered, for the excellent arrangements in connection with the meeting - it is through him that a brand was formed in the district. Mrs Lanyon has also done valuable work in the Braughing district.

Members of the Cottered Troop of Scouts were on duty at the Hall, and handed round enrolment forms.