Whist
A pleasant evening was spent at the Workmen's Club on Wednesday, when 34 persons sat down to whist.
The prizewinners were:
Ladies - 1 Mr E. Pledger, 2 Mr W. Watson (both playing as lady). Lowest score - Mrs B.E. Thody.
Gents - 1 Mr A. Francis, 2 Mr S. Pledger. Lowest score - Mr Lindsell.
Special Constables
We omitted last week the name of Mr George Lindsell in the list of specials who were awarded medals on Sunday, Oct. 21st.
The following have also received medals: Mr G. Handy, Mr J.L. Cornwell, Mr T. Kingsley, Mr W. Reed, Mr W. Gillett, Mr E. Jackson.
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.
Nursing Fund Whist Drive
A SUCCESSFUL EVENING
Miss Lushington and her many helpers are to be heartily congratulated upon the complete success of their annual whist drive and dance held on Wednesday evening last at Benson Hall, Buntingford.
There was a large gathering, especially for the dancing, Mr E.E. Dennis acted as MC for Whist.
The evening commenced with a whist drive, prizes for which were given by local residents. Twenty-six tables were occupied, and the prizes were presented by Miss Lushington to the following:
Ladies - 1 Mrs D. Capps (umbrella), 2 Mrs Tapper (footwarmer), 3 Miss Cornwell (handkerchiefs).
Gents - 1 Mr Whitby (brush and comb), 2 Mr Gray (case of spoons), 3 Mr Baker (pictures).
Lucky tickets - Mr G. Lindsell (sugar basin) and Mr W. Watson (attache case).
Miss Lushington, in presenting the prizes, thanked the company for their help. The Nursing Association was a most efficient one, and it was pleasing to see such response to the call for help. She would also like to thank those who had assisted to make the annual event so successful (applause).
The Buntingford Town Silver Band was in attendance, and dancing was indulged in until midnight, the excellent dance programme being enjoyed to the full. Mr Leslie Smith acted as M.C. At intervals the Band was relieved by Mr E.E. Dennis (piano) and his dance music was much enjoyed.
At the close, Mr E.E. Dennis proposed a hearty vote of thanks to the band for their services.