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.

19th Feb 1926 - Nursing Fund Whist Drive

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Nursing Fund Whist Drive and Dance

The annual whist drive, in aid of the Cottered Nursing Fund, was held in the hall, by kind permission of Mr Herbert Goode, on Tuesday evening.

The arrangements were well made by a band of workers, and a most enjoyable evening was spent by all present. The beautiful decorations were admired by all, and at the close, thanks were accorded Mr Goode for placing the hall at the disposal of the committee.

As usual, there was quite a large number present, and twenty-three table [sic] were in use for whist. Several non-whist players came later for the dancing which was indulged in until the early hours of the morning, the excellent dance programme being enjoyed to the full.

Mrs T.J. Stick, who for some time has carried out the duties of Hon. Treasurer, presented the prizes to the most successful players. She said she was pleased that so many were in sympathy with the Association, and she hoped that now Mrs Tapper had come to take over the duties of Treasurer, the Association would go on even more successfully (Applause).

Mrs W.J. Tapper said she was sure they were all grateful to Mrs Stick for what she had done for the Association. They were all sorry that Mrs Stick was unable to carry on as Treasurer, but they knew that the Association would receive her whole support (Applause).

For whist, Mr A. Beadle efficiently acted as M.C., and the prize-winners were:

Ladies - 1, Mrs Hull (clock); 2, Mrs A. Beadle (hot-water jug). Consolation - Miss Bastard.

Gents - 1, Mr J. Cannon (shaving set); 2, Mr C. Hills (ash tray and cigarettes). Consolation - Mr D. Pinnock.

Mr William Tapper acted as M.C. for the dancing, and the music was provided by Mr R. Brabrook (piano) and Mr G. Hunter (violin).

A special word of praise is due to the ladies of the Committee, who had charge of the refreshments, which gave satisfaction to all. Mention must also be made of the helpers who rendered their services as doorkeeps &c.

The sum of £9 0s. 9d. was realised.

12th Feb 1926 - Nursing Fund

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Nursing Fund

As a result of the whist drive and dance, held at the Benson Hall on Wednesday of last week, the organisers have been able to hand over the satisfactory sum of £8 5s. to the Hon. Treasurer of the Association.

12th Feb 1926 - Letters

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Correspondance

Buntingford Nursing Association

Dear Sir,

The Committee and Treasurer of the Buntingford and District Nursing Association tender their most grateful thanks to Miss Lushington for all the trouble she has taken in getting up the whist drive, and also to the very many who so willingly helped her.

£8 5. has been added to the funds, which is most acceptable.