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24th Feb 1928 - Layston Annual Church Meeting

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Layston Annual Church Meeting

The Annual Church Meeting of the electors of Layston was held at the Women's Institute Hall on Tuesday evening, when there was a good attendance.

Following prayer and the reading of the collect for Ash Wednesday by the Vicar (Rev A. Howard), who was in the chair, the minutes of the previous meeting were read by the hon. secretary and treasurer of the Parochial Church Council, and these were duly signed.

Mr Maughan, in presenting the report of the Church Council for the past year, mentioned that an active Church Councillor had been lost by the death of Mrs H. Coleman. The receipts for last year amounted to £75 4s. 0 3/4d., and the expenditure totalled £73 8s. 2 1/2d., which left a larger balance in hand than the previous year. The sum paid to special societies during the past year amounted to £49 4s. 9d.

Mr Fraser moved the adoption of the accounts, and Mrs M. Corp seconded Mr Fraser's proposal.

The Electoral Roll was presented, showing that 16 names had been erased due to death and removals, and 29 had been added, and the number now on the Roll was 252.

It was reported that Mrs Howard had been able to send the full quota (£35) to the Diocesan Board of Finance, this amount being chiefly comprised of contributions received in connection with the Free-Will-Offering-Scheme.

The Parochial Church Council, viz., Mrs J. Smith, Mrs Howard, Mrs Dixon, Mrs Butler, Mrs Macklin, Mrs Corp, Miss Boniwell, Miss Davies, and Messrs. Freeman, Miles and Pateman, were re-elected en bloc on the proposition of Capt. Tollemache, seconded by Mrs H. Clarke. Miss Woods was appointed to fill the vacancy on the Council.

Another representative, in addition to Mr Fraser, was required for the Diocesan Conference, and Mrs Howard was appointed, she having expressed her willingness to serve.

Mesdames Butler, Macklin, Dixon and Howard were elected representatives on the Ruri-decanal Conference.

Regarding the repair of the organ at St Peter's, the vicar expressed his thankfulness that what he considered to be a "stumbling stone" had been rolled away, and after paying nearly £50 to Messrs. Corps there was a small balance left over, and this he had placed to the magazine account, because he was continually paying money from his own pocket to meet expenses which the magazine entailed.

The new heating apparatus has involved a further expenses, and the vicar mentioned that after paying £50 to Messrs. Grundy a sum of £29 was still needed, and he appealed to all to help raise this amount.

The vicar also mentioned that the initial expenses in connection with the new Churchyard were being borne by Mr Fraser, and the Bishop would consecrate the ground in the spring. The Bishop would also conduct a Confirmation Service at St Peter's on June 22nd.

Warm thanks were expressed by the vicar to all the officers for their past services, also to Mr Fraser (the host of the evening) and all helpers, and this concluded the business meeting.

Refreshments, which had been kindly provided by Mr Fraser, were then served, and musical programme followed. Miss M. Macklin, who presided at the piano throughout the evening, gave two delightful pianoforte solos, and Mrs Armstrong sang "The Second Minuet" with fine expression.

Mrs Corp's song "My ain folk" was also very much enjoyed. Mr E.E. Dennis then conducted community singing, such well-known songs as "Billy Boy," "Bobby Shaftoe" and "Loch Lomod" being popular with all; closing with the well-known hymn, "Jesus, Lover of my Soul," to the beautiful Welsh tune, Aberystwyth.

3rd Feb 1928 - Buntingford Board of Guardians

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Buntingford Board of Guardians

Monthly Meeting

The monthly meeting of the Buntingford Board of Guardians was held at the Board Room on Thursday (yesterday).

Present: Mr C. Hummerstone (in the chair), Mr F.B. Cannon (Vice-Chairman), Mrs Dimsdale, Captain H.H. Williams, Messrs. H.C. Marshall, C. Fraser, H.S. Ward, A.W. Page, T.J. Stick, A.J. Hayes, G.C. Wilson, and W.J. May, with the Clerk (Mr E.C. Clarke), the Master (Mr F.W. Butler), and the Relieving Officer (Mr H.H. Macklin).

MASTER'S REPORT

The Master presented his monthly report, which was as follows: Number of inmages - men 26, women 18. Casuals admitted - men 77, women 5, children 2. During the month 5 males were admitted, and 2 males and 1 female discharged.

CASUALS

Since the last meeting 310 casuals have been admitted, against 174 for the corresponding period last year.

VISITORS

On January 30th, at 6.30 p.m., Mr A.J. Hayes visited the casual wards and signed the visitors book.

On January 31st, four members of the Hertford Board visited the House and signed the visitors book.

GIFT

A gift of apples has been received from Mr E.G. Thody, and much appreciated.

HOUSE COMMITTEE

The House Committee reported as following: "The House Committee visited the House and found all the inmates comfortable and happy. We recommend the estimate for painting the walls of the chapel be accepted, also that the existing fireplace be removed and a radiator installed. With regard to the ironing room, we recommend the flue be covered by wire netting as recommended by the fire insurance inspector."

RELIEVING OFFICER

The question of the appointment of a Relieving Officer in succession to Mr H. Macklin, whose retiremeny dated as from 31st January, 1928, was discussed.

The Chairman read the Sub-Committee's report, and said that although the Committee had put forward certain suggestions he wished to make it quite clear that they were prepared to fall in with any suggestions of the Board, including advertising the post.

Mr Hayes proposed that the post be advertised, and this was seconded by Capt. Williams, and carried.

TENDERS

Three tenders were received for the provision of a bath at the Institution hospital, the tenders being as follows:

Mr G Handy - £5 18s. 0d.

Mr C.H. Poulton - £6 19s. 0d.

Messrs J. Hamilton - £7 4s. 6d.

It was agreed to accept Mr Handy's tender.

FIRE INSURANCE

The Clerk read the report of the Sub-Committee appointed to go into the question of the fire insurance of the Institution, and stated that the entire building had been surveyed by the Sun Insurance Company's Surveyor, who was reporting in due course. The Clerk also reported that a cheque had been received in settlement of the claim lodged in respect of the recent outbreak of fire at the Institution.

OTHER BUSINESS

The other business was of a formal nature.

20th Jan 1928 - Layston Choir Social

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Layston Choir Social

The members of the Layston Church Choir, together with the Sunday School teachers, numbering about twenty, were entertained at the Vicarage on Thursday evening in last week by the Rev. and Mrs Howard. Some members were unable to be present owing to illness.

Following various parlour games, in which the amusing and absurd actions of the players caused roars of laughter, the company assembled in the dining room, where an excellent repast was served and, needless to say, this was greatly enjoyed.

Following this, further games were indulged in, and the spirit of jollity reached its height. Songs were then contributed by individual members, and all joined in the singing of "Home, Sweet Home" and other well-known songs, Miss M. Macklin ably presiding at the piano.

The singing of two hymns, and the reading of a psalm and prayer offered by the Vicar, concluded a most enjoyable evening, which passed all to quickly. Before dispersing shortly before midnight, Mr G. Hill, on behalf of all present, thanked the Rev. and Mrs Howard for their kindness in entertaining them that night, and the Vicar suitably replied.

5th Feb 1926 - Board of Guardians monthly meeting

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Board of Guardians

Monthly meeting

Poor law reform

The monthly meeting of the Buntingford Board of Guardians was held at the Board Room yesterday.

Present - Mr W.J. May (in the chair), Capt E.T. Morris, Capt H.H. Williams, the Rev L.W. Wright, Messrs A.W. Page, H.C. Marshall, Claud Fraser, E. Bygrave, J.C. Pigg, F.B. Cannon, H.E. Dudley, A.J. Hayes, W.H. Kittow, C. Hummerstone, G. Graves, and G.C. Wilson with the Master (Mr F.W. Butler), the Reliving Officer (Mr H.H. Macklin), and the Clerk (Mr E.C. Clarke).

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed.

Master's Report

The Master reported as follows:

Number of inmates - men 23, women 15, children 2. Total 40.

Corresponding period for last year 45.

During the month 2 males have been admitted and 1 has died.

The following gifts have been received: Hormead Mothers' Union, cakes, tobacco and cigarettes; Mr C Hummerstone, books; Mr E.G. Thody, apples.

Relief

The Relieving Officer presented his report and several cases were dealt with.

House Committee

The House Committee report that they had inspect the Institution and found everything satisfactory.

Poor Law Reform

Mr H.C. Marshall said the question of the reform of Poor Law Administration had been fully discussed by the County Council, and it might be interesting to the Board if he explained what the County Council thought of the scheme. The County Council did not like the scheme and they felt that they have as much work at present as they were able to cope with. They also felt that if the proposed reform came in to force the administration would not be done any better, but would cost more money. (Hear hear).

The County Council realise that in the County the work of the Board of Guardians had been exceedingly wel done. There was also the danger of a flat rate of relief, and the Chairman of the County Council thought that what would be a sufficient scale for Buntingford and Sawbridgeworth would not be fair for Watford or St Albans (Hear, hear). 

The County Council say that if the reform is passed they will do their best, and they hope that who have done such good work in the past will come forward and help (Hear, hear).

The Chairman said they were very grateful to Mr Marshall for his remarks. They had a book on the proposed reform, and he thought it would be best to adjourn the matter until the next meeting. It might be suggested that a letter be sent to the Ministry, stating that the Board did not agree with the scheme.

Mr H.C. Marshall: I think it would be advisable to wait a bit; meanwhile we might formulate a resolution to send to other Boards of Guardians in the county.

Mr C. Fraser: I am sure we all agree with what Mr Marshall has said, and we are very grateful to him. A delay of a month might be beneficial.

Captain Morris: Is there any necessity to adjourn the matter? The County Council have said that they do not agree with the reform and we have endorsed their views. Why then discuss the matter further?

Mr C. Hummerstone said he had spent some time reading a book on the subject, and he thought there was nothing in it of any use.

Capt Williams said he did not think the Board wished to turn the matter down at this stage. They might say that they would discuss it at the next meeting, and then put forward any reasonable argumenents.

A general discussion then followed, in which Mr W.H. Kittow, the Rev L.W. Wright, and Mr H.E. Dudley took part. It was finally agreed to discuss the matter fully at the next meeting.

Rates

The Clerk reported that the County Council had asked for payment of one of the County Rates, and that a cheque had been drawn for three rates.

The Clark also reported that the average cost of upkeep for each inmate for the ending 25th March 1925, was 10/1 and quarter penny, against 9/7 and halfpence for 1924, and 10/4 for 1923.

 
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