Scholastic
At a recent examination of the Associated Board of the R.A.M. and Royal College of Music, the following pupils of Miss L.M. Baker passed, as stated:
Elementary - Rachel Prime, with distinctions. Joan Roberson and Mary Fell, honourable mention.
Lower class - Mary Feasey, Jean Weir and Miriam Brand, honourable mention.
Jumble Sale
The Jumble Sale advertised in these columns last week, in aid of the Buntingford Schools Improvement Fund, was held on Tuesday last in the George Assembly Room with satisfactory results.
The appeal for gifts was largely responded to, and Mrs Howard wishes to thank all who contributed, including one unknown donor of a parcel of books, and all who worked so willingly to make the sale a success.
Mrs Wyman, Mrs J. Smith, Mrs Butler and Mrs Coxall undertook the stall of women's and children's clothing; Mrs H. Feasey and Mrs Roberson the household goods; Mrs Mottram the books; Miss Hornby and Mrs Geaves the 3d. stall; and Mrs Howard and Mrs W. Jackson the men's and boys' clothing stall.
Over £10 10s. has been taken, clear of expenses.
Women's Institute
Result of Whit-Monday Fete
We have received a copy of the balance sheet of the Fete held at Layston Court on Whit-Monday.
The accounts show a satisfactory balance of £89 2s. 4d., which, it is understood, has been devoted to the hut fund.
The balance sheet is as follows:
Receipts
Donation, Mrs Kingsley (Cottered) - 10s. 0d.
Donation, Town Band - £1 8s. 6d.
Donation, Mr Daniels - 10s. 6d.
Stalls:
Mrs Marshall and helpers - £10 2s. 6d.
Mrs Williams and helpers - £15 0s. 0d.
Mrs Coleman and helpers - £10 2s. 6d.
Mrs Roberson and helpers - £6 2s. 0d.
Mrs May and helpers - £2 5s. 7d.
Mrs Squires and helpers - £3 15s. 0d.
Mrs S. Smith and helpers - £1 6s. 9d.
Mrs White and helpers - £1 4s. 10d.
Profit on teas - per Mrs Fell - £6 5s. 8d.
Ices - per Mr Tottman - £1 6s. 0d.
Tennis - per Miss Porter - £4 0s. 0d.
Hoop-la - Mr Marshall - £3 8s. 0d.
Arrow - Mr Totman - £3 3s. 2d.
Fortune - Mr Mildren - £2 10s. 4d.
Treasure hunt - Miss Woods - £1 11s. 6d.
Balloons - Mr B. Thody - £2 9s. 6d.
Nails - Mr G.H. Maughan - 5s. 0d.
Bowls - Mr J. Lawrence - £1 11s. 6d.
Bran tub - Miss Aylott - 4s. 6d.
Gate money - £15 16s. 8d.
Doll - Miss S. Armstrong - £1 0s. 9d.
"Gipsy" - Mrs Robinson - £5 0s. 0d.
Concert - Folk dancing and dancing - £2 11s. 6d.
Per Joan Roberson - 6s. 2d.
See-Saw - 3s. 4d.
Clock golf, per Mr W.J. May - £1 12s. 6d.
Sundries - 3s. 7d.
Total - £105 17s. 10d.
Expenditure
Printing and advertising - £4 5s. 6d.
Band - £10 0s. 0d.
Cartgage, gas for balloons and sundries - £2 10s. 0d.
Net profit - £89 2s. 4d.
Total - £105 17s. 10d.
The Balloon Race
Of the 60 balloons entered for the balloon race, ten labels were returned through the post; the list of these is given below.
The winner is Mr H.A. Thody, Buntingford, whose balloon was picked up at Nortleulingem, France, on 27th May.
Balloon - Where found
Mr H.A. Thody- Nortleulingem, Pas-de-Calais, France.
Mrs F. Pigg - Wenden, Essex.
Mr Fowler - Peldon, Colchester.
Mr J. Waldock - Raidontree, Essex.
Mr G.S. Taylor - Braintree, Essex.
Peter Taylor - Weatherfield.
R.H. Powell - Wenden, Essex.
Miss F. Brown - Thaxted.
Mr F. Fraser - Feering, Kelvedon.
Miss Shefford - Ashen, Suffolk.
The Whit-Monday Fete
The result of the Coal Weight Guessing Competition (in charge of Mrs Roberson) was as follows:
1, Mr E.J. Smith, fancy stool; 2, Miss Vardon, leather book carrier and book; 3, Mrs Aylott, coal; 4, Mrs Taylor (Westmill), leather hand-bag; 5, Miss Woodley, half-dozen E.P. spoons.
The coal was given by Mr E.J. Sparkes, and the actual weight was 136 and a half lbs.
With reference to the Bowls Competition (stated in this Paper to have been in harge of Mr F.W. Butler), we have now learned that the competition was in charge of Mr J. Lawrence, who also kindly gave a prize to the winner.
Garden Fete at Layston Court
In Aid Of The Women's Institute
The long-talked of Garden Fete was held on Whit-Monday, May 24th, in the grounds of Layston Court (kindly lent by Miss Woods), and was a huge success in every way. The members of the Fete Committee, supplemented by many willing helpers, spared no pains to make the affair successful. Preparations had been going on for several months, with a result that there were several well-stocked stalls.
The weather was on its best behaviour until 9 p.m., when rain fell just as dancing commenced. Financially, the fete was a great success, but the sum actually realised is not yet available.
The fete was opened at 2.30 p.m. by Lady Hunsdon. The ceremony took place under a large tree in the grounds, where were assembled about 150 people, including the President of the Institute (Mrs H.C. Marshall), Mrs H.H. Williams and Miss Woods.
Mrs H.C. Marshall, after introducing Lady Hunsdon, said that as it was Empire Day she thought it would be appropriate if the company sang "Rule Brittania." Mrs Scarborough Taylor sang the verse, and all present joined in the chorus.
Lady Hunsdon expressed the pleasure it gave her to be present and enjoy the hospitality of her friend (Miss Woods) in such charming surroundings. Buntingford always did things well and that afternoon they had turned on most wonderful weather for the fete. She would like to refer too the late Mrs Woods, with whom she had discussed the question of a Women's Institute in Buntingford.
Lady Hunsdon then formally declared the fete open.
Mrs H.H. Williams returned thanks to Lady Hunsdon for opening the fete.
Miss Sheila Armstrong handed Lady Hunsdon a beautiful bouquet and the Band struck up God Save the King.
The stall-holders were soon busy. There were five stalls replete with gifts. The stalls comprised the following: general, Mrs H.C. Marshall, Mrs Scarborough Taylor, Mrs Armstrong and Miss Ward; Aspenden, Mrs Williams and Mrs Croslegh; fancy, Mr and Mrs Roberson; pound, Mrs Squires and Miss Sambels; sweets, Mrs J. Aylott, Mrs S. Smith and Miss Aylott; needlework, Mrs Feasey and Mrs Coleman; produce, Mrs H. May; Miss Olive Poulton, dressed as an Irish girl, sold Coleen soaps; and Miss Joan Roberson had charge of the doll competition; Miss Thwaites being in charge of the cake guessing.
A delightful feature of the Fete was the parade of children in fancy dress. The first prize was awarded to Soe White, the second prize going to Joan Roberson. All the children were delightfully dressed.
The side-shows comprised: hoop-la, Mr H.C. Marshall, Miss Marshall, Mr F. Fraser and Mrs Scarborough Taylor; bowls competition, Mr F.W. Butler (winner Mr W. May); clock golf, Mr W.J. May (winner Miss Marshall); lucky arrow, Mr E.J. Totman; and fortune-telling, Mr E. Mildren, jun. Miss Woods was in charge of the hidden treasure, the four half-crowns behind won by Miss Scrivener, Mr Chapman, Mr Lees, and Miss Boniwell.
Mrs Robinson, the Gypsy Fortune Teller, spent a busy afternoon and handed over her takings (£5) to the Treasurer.
Mrs White's drawings were much admired by visitors and members alike.
The tea enclosure did a capital business under the capable management of Mrs Fell, assisted by Mrs Clarke, Mrs Houlden, Mrs Darton, Mrs Pateman, Mrs Dellow, Mrs Warren, Mrs C. Clarke, Mrs Geaves, Mrs A. Smith, Mrs Rand, Miss Fell, and Miss Crane.
For the tennis tournament, arranged by Miss Porter, there were 30 entries, and in addition to the court at Layston Court, Mrs Ashford kindly placed her court at the disposal of the Committee.
A concert was given on the lawn during the afternoon where an excellent programme was well recieved by an enthusiastic audience. The programme was as follows: Scene from "As you like it," the W.I. Dramatic Section; two dances by Miss Olive Poulton; song "Devonshire Cream and Cider," Mr J.T. White; two-part songs by W.I. Choir, "The Seekers" and "Pam's Holiday." Mrs Armstrong acted as accompanist.
Later in the evening, country folk dancing took place on the lawn, when there was again an appreciative audience.
The Buntingford Town Silver Band were in attendance, and played selections during the afternoon and evening, also for dancing later in the evening.
There were so many helpers that we have probably omitted to mention some names. We are asked, however, to state that the committee are very grateful to all who assisted in any way to make the event such a success.