17th September 1926 - Rural Evening Classes

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Rural Evening Classes

The Buntingford Local Education Sub-Committee, of which the Rev. F.R. Williams, Rector of Anstey, is the chairman, have obtained the sanction of the County Council for classes to be held at Buntingford technical Institute during the season 1926-27 in some ten subjects.

The comprise woodwork, educational, handwork, and domestic handicrafts, shorthand, book keeping and office routine, and four new subjects - cookery, needlework, agriculture and horticulture.

There is a greater choice of subjects, and this is certain to prove very advantageous, and there is every promise that the young men and women of this town and district will seize the opportunity offered of making themselves proficient in one or more of the selected subjects.

The committee are doing their utmost to make the classes a success, and are anxious to secure as many students as possible. They hope most of the late students will again attend, and also induce their friends to join the classes.

Particular attention is draw [sic] to the agricultural and horticultural class, which the sub-committee are of opinion is especially likely to attract pupils from the outlying villages.

The time tables will be issued shortly, with the names of the teachers, and it is hoped the classes will be opened and start their activity of usefulness the first week in October.

Full information respecting the various classes can be obtained from Mr E.C. Clarke, the clerk to the sub-committee. The responsible teacher who will advise and supervise the whole of the classes is Mr E.E. Dennis, Head Master of the Buntingford Senior Mixed School.

17th September 1926 - Reed - Head-On Collision

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Reed

Head-On Collision

On Friday morning, September 3rd, a head-on collision occured on the Reed Joint between a motor cyclist and a motor lorry.

The cyclist was seriously injured, and taken to Royston Hospital with a fractured left leg. Damage was done to both vehicles, particularly the motor cycle, which was badly smashed.

The motor lorry belonged to Messrs. Jeff & Bigly, of Letchworth, and was being driven by Mr Frank Kingham, of Mons Avenue, Baldock, from the direction of Barkway. The injured motor cyclist was Mr Ronald Cranwell, of Chrishall.

It was not quite clear how the accident happened. It was raining, and it was thought the cyclist may have had his head down and failed to see the motor lorry until too late. They both turned to avoid the other, but crashed with unfortunate results.

17th September 1926 - Rural District Council

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Rural District Council

Captain H.H. Williams presided at the meeting of the Council which followed. Dr R.A. Dunn (M.O.H.) and the Surveyor (Mr E.G. Thody) were also present.

Vote of Condolence

The Chairman said he felt he must endorse the remarks which Mr Hummerstone had made with reference to the late Mr Edward Pigg.

Everyone must feel that men with such a high sense of public spirit were very rare, and the death of Mr Pigg was indeed a great loss.

Surveyor's Report

The Surveyor reported as follows:

Isolation Hospital

No cases of infectious disease have been notified, and the hospital remains closed.

Waterworks

The consumption of water during the past month has been:

1st week - 246,000 gallons

2nd week - 257,000 gallons

3rd week - 240,000 gallons

4th week - 258,000 gallons

The rest level has fallen and now stands at 37ft, being 1ft. lower that [sic] at September last.

Little Hormead Drainage

I have again interviewed Mr Patten with reference to the proposed drainage, and he is willing that the drain take the line shewn upon the accompanying plan.

Housing

Mr T. Pugh, of Ardeley, submits plans for the erection of a bungalow at Ardeley. The plans are in order.

Coal Emergency

Since submitting my last report, increased supplies have reached the merchants, which together with a quantity that I have been able to secure, has been sufficient to meet current needs.

Sandon

Samples of water from properties at Sandon have been sent for analysis, and the owners should be called upon to provide an efficiant and wholesome supply.

Estimates

The Clerk presented the estimates for the half-year ending 31st March, 1927.

The expenses were estimated at £1,675, and after deducting receipts, £813 was required. This was a decrease of £93 compared with the corresponding period last year.

Special Expenses

£139 was required for Special Expenses, which was a decrease of £82 compared with corresponding period of last year.

Tenders for Scavenging

Mr C.H. Poulton submitted a tender for Scavenging, 12/- per day. This was considered very reasonable and was accepted.

The other business was of a formal nature.

17th September 1926 - Death of Mr Edward Pigg

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Buckland

Death of Mr Edward Pigg

It is with much regret that we record the death of Mr Edward Pigg, of Buckland, Buntingford, a well-known Alderman of the County of Hertford, and a man admired by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Mr Pigg had been in failing health for nearly a year, and recently he had been seriously ill. He passed away on Monday morning last at his residence at Buckland.

Mr Pigg, who was born at Barkway, belonged to an old agricultural family. He farmed Chipping Hall Farm for many years, and was one of the best known breeders of Shire Horses in the County, his collection of silver cups, &c., being very fine.

He was appointed a Justice of the Peace for Herts in 1902. A staunch Conservative, he was a generous supporter of the cause, and took a particular interest in the Buntingford Branch of the Hitchin Conservative Association.

He was elected a Guardian of the Buntingford Union, and a member of the Buntingford Rural District Council in 1890, and held the chairmanship for some time. He was also chairman of the Ashwell Board of Guardians and a member of the Ashwell Rural District Council.

Besides County matters, he took a deep interest in all affairs connected with his village. He was a particularly good farmer and his men had great affection for him; his own quiet enthusiasm working wonders among them.

His wife, three daughters, and three sons survive him, and much sympathy is felt for them and other relatives in their great loss.

The funeral will take place at Barkway Church today (Friday), a report of which will appear in our next issue.

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Transcribers note: A copy of the following weeks paper does not appear to have been saved.

17th September 1926 - Football - Rye Park v Aspenden

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Football

Rye Park v. Aspenden

Aspenden visited Rye Park on Saturday last with a weakened team, and were defeated by four goals to two in a fast game.

Having most of the play in the first-half, Aspenden missed many chances of scoring, and were only leading at half-time by two goals.

The Park got away quickly in the second-half, and soon reduced the lead, and then drew level.

Aspenden tried hard after this, but the home-side, encouraged by their success, scored two more goals, giving the visiting goalie no chance.

With a little more luck, Aspenden might hve found the net again before the end.

17th September 1926 - Bowls - Buntingford vs Rosedale

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Bowls

The Buntingford Bowls Club entertained Rosedale (Cheshunt) on Saturday last, defeating them by the big margin of 37 points: Buntingford 63, Rosedale 26.

The home club have now tied with Hadham at the top of the League (24 points each), which necessitates a match to decide the winners of the League on Hertford Castle Green on Saturday, September 25th, at 4 p.m.

At the last meeting of the Buntingford Bowls Club, it was proposed and seconded that the two skips should select their own teams, having 12 good players from which to make a selection. They have now decided to play the same team that have played in the last three matches - and consequently have a good chance of winning the cup and medals for this season, and we wish them the best of luck.

The following are the players and the same team that beat Hadham at Buntingford.

Scores:

Rink 1

Buntingford - J. Boniwell, F.B. Sharp, E.J. Totman, W.J. May - 31 points.

Rosedale - F.W. Little, C. Burgess, W. Kirby, F. Moule - 12

Rink 2

Buntingford - E.R. Brett, J. Pateman, H.E. Birkett, F.W. Butler - 32 points

Rosedale - A. Fuller, H. Adams, H. Warner, F. Baker - 14 points.

17th September 1926 - Buntingford Board of Guardians

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Buntingford Board of Guardians

Tributes To The Late Mr Edward Pigg

The monthly meeting of the above board was held at the Board Room yesterday (Thursday).

Present - Mr C. Hummerstone (in the chair), Mrs Dimsdale, the Rev. L.W. Wright, Capt. H.H. Williams, Messrs. H.C. Marshall, A.W. Page, A.J. Hayes, W.J. May, G.C. Wilson, with the Clerk (Mr E.C. Clarke), the Master (Mr F.W. Butler) and the Relieving Officer (Mr H.H. Macklin).

The Late Mr Edward Pigg

The Chairman said that before proceeding with the business of the meeting he had to refer with deep regret to the passing of one, who for many years was an active and honoured member of the Buntingford Board of Guardians.

Mr Edward Pigg was Chairman of the Board up to the time of his retirement, and his unfailing kindness and courtesy to all would be long remembered. He (the Chairman) felt sure it would be the wish of the Board that the Clerk convey to Mrs Pigg and family the deepest symapthy of the Board in their sad bereavement.

The motion was carried in silence.

Master's Report

The Master reported as follows:

Number of inmates - men 17, women 16, children 2. Total 35.

Number admitted to Casual Wards during past week - men 24.

During the month gifts of books have been received from Mr Leake, Sunny Hill, Buntingford, and Mrs Laird, Coles Hill, Westmill.

During the past month 89 casuals have been admitted, against 19 last year.

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The House Committee reported as follows:

The House Committee visited the House today, and found all in order, the contract work was completed and was very satisfactory.

We recommended the sale of old iron by the Master, we also recommend that the two children now in the house be sent to the National Children's Home.

Signed - G.C. Wilson, L.W. Wright.

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The Board decided to send the two children to the National Children's Home. The Chairman said he understood the thanks of the Board had been conveyed to the donors of the gifts to the inmates. The Board were very grateful for their kindness.

Half-Yearly Estimates

The Clerk presented the half-yearly estimates for the period ending 31st March 1927.

The estimated receipts were £2,093 and expenditure £5,880.

£4,387 was required to ensure a working balance which was a decrease od £180 compared with the corresponding period last year.

The Chairman said he thought the figures were very satisfactory, and the Clerk added that it represented a decease in the rates of 2d. in the £ as compared with the corresponding period of last year.

In reply to a question from the Chairman, the Clerk stated that there was a number of calls still outstanding, and approximately £600 was due from one parish alone.

Tenders

Tenders for the supply of goods to the Institution were opened, and the following accepted:

Groceries - Messrs. Forrest Stores.

Meat - Messrs. W.G. Clark, Ware.

Coffins - Mr G. Saggers.

Haircutting and shaving - Mr C. Miles.

Milk - Mr C.H. Poulton, 1/4 per gallon.

There was no tender for bread, and the matter was left over.

Rating and Valuation Act

Capt. H.H. Williams gave a very lucid explanation of the amended scheme for the constitution of assessment areas under the New Act.

He said it was previously arranged that Buntingford should amalgamate with Royston and Ashwell, but as the county was to be divided into seven areas instead of 12 it was proposed to amalgamate Buntingford with Bishops Stortford, Sawbridgeworth, and Hadham.

Under the old scheme there were 15 representatives appointed, Buntingford having three representatives from the Council and two from the Guardians. The new scheme provided for 20 representatives and allowed the Buntingford Union one representative only, but the Council's representation of three remained unaltered.

The Chairman said they were very grateful to Capt. Williams for attending the meeting in London and for his explanation of the new scheme. He (the Chairman) thought it would be appropriate if the Board appointed their representatives forthwith.

The following were appointed:

Mr C. Hummerstone (representing the Board of Guardians); Captain H.H. Williams, Mr G.C. Wilson and Mr F.B. Cannon (representing the Rural District Council).

Relief

Several cases of relief were dealt with, and instructions given to the Relieving Officer.

Other Business

The remaining business was of a formal nature.

17th September 1926 - Auction Sales by Mr Scarborough Taylor

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Auction Sales by Mr Scarborough Taylor

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Mill Corner Farm, Reed, Royston, Herts.

G. Scarborough Taylor, P.A.S.I., has received instructions from the Exors. of the late Mr W. Bysouth to Sell by Auction at "The Bull" Hotel, Royston, on Thursday, October 21st, 1926, at 11 a.m., the whole of the live and dead farming stock, comprising 11 horses, viz., 9 working horses, 2 cobs, 40 swine, 3 dairy cows, 100 head of poultry, agricultural implements, including six Tumbril carts, elevator and horse works by Innes, 4 horse rakes, corn drill, harrows, plough, water cart, 2 binders by Massey-Harris, Bamford mill, Avery scales, rools, nine-tine cultivator by Martin; also the whole of the household furniture comprising bedroom appointments, mahogany tallboy, dining room suite, walnut marquetry kneehole writing desk, drawing room suite, ornaments, kitchen utensils and outdoor effects.

Catalogues of the auctioneer, Auction Offices, Buntingford (Tel. 20); Baldock (Tel. 62); Welwyn (Tel. 98); and Hatfield (Tel. 16).

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Read the advert for the farm auction here.

17th September 1926 - Sale of Mill Corner Farm, Reed

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Reed, Royston, Herts.

Important sale of Freehold property.

G. Scarborough Taylor, P.A.S.I., has received instructions from the Exors. of the late Mr William Bysouth to Sell by Auction at "The Bull" Hotel, Royston, on Wednesday, October 6th, 1926, at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, an excellent freehold agricultural holding known as Mill Corner Farm, Reed, comprising a well-built farm-house, 3 excellent cottages, 2 extensive ranges of farm buildings, and containing about 274 acres, of which 13 acres are pasture, and have extensive road frontages; three excellent parcels of accommodation land.

The above will be sold with vacant possession upon completion of purchase.

Also 11 brick-built villa cottages, in convenient lots, all being let at very low rents varying from 2/8 to 6/- weekly, producing a gross rent of per £99 Annum.

May be viewed by arrangement with Mr J. Lawrence, "Dreadnought" Villa, Reed; and particulars and conditions of sale may be obtained of the Solicitors (Messrs. Hogan and Hughes), 6, Martin's Lane, Cannon Street, E.C.4; and of the auctioneer, Auction Offices, Buntingford (Tel. 20); Baldock (Tel. 62); Welwyn (Tel. 98); and Hatfield (Tel. 16).

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Read the advert for the farm equipment and house furniture auction.

17th September 1926 - Auction at Walkern Park Farm

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Walkern Park Farm, Walkern, Stevenage, Herts.

G. Scarborough Taylor, P.A.S.I., has received instructions from Messrs. Reed & Son to Sell by Auction on Thursday, September 30th, 1926, at 12 noon, the live & dead farming stock, comprising 9 horses, 27 head of cattle, agricultural implements, including 2 binders by Deering, 2 rolls mower by Deering, 6 single and 3 double-furrow ploughs, road waggon, five carts, Titan tractor, elevator, drills, &c.; also a quantity of surplus household furniture, viz., drawing room suite, bedroom effects.

Catalogues of the auctioneer, Auction Offices, Buntingford (Tel. 20); Welwyn (Tel. 98); Baldock (Tel. 62); and Hatfield (Tel. 16).

17th September 1926 - Auction at Newsells Park, Barkway

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Thursday Next.

Newsells Park, Barkway, Royston, Herts.

G. Scarborough Taylor, P.A.S.I., has been instructed by V.C. Vickers, Esq., to Sell by Auction at the above on Thursday next, September 23rd, 1926, at 10 o'clock sharp, the whole of the live & dead farming stock, comprising 86 breeding ewes, 85 store lambs, 3 horses, 3 sows & litters, agricultural implements, estate and garden effects, including New Dennis 3 and a half h.p. and one other motor lawn mower and Wade's motor power saw, Albion 32 h.p. 3-ton Lorry (in excellent condition), blacksmith's & bricklayer's tools, anvil, bricks, tiles, slates and piping, carpenter's tools and paints.

Drills, lathes and dynamo, garden tools and effects, and a large quantity of converted oak and deal, equipment of laundry, poultry and applicanes, viz., 32 stock and young pedigree buff turkeys, 80 head of poultry, turkey and poultry houses, coops and wire netting.

Catalogues of Mr W. Watkins, Estate Offices, Newsells Park; or of the auctioneer, Auction Offices, Buntingford (Tel. 20); Baldock (Tel. 62); Welwyn (Tel. 98); and Hatfield (Tel. 16).

17th September 1926 - Auction Sales by Mr Scarborough Taylor

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Auction Sales by Mr Scarborough Taylor

Milbourne Farm, Great Hormead, Buntingford, Herts.

G. Scarborough Taylor, P.A.S.I., has been instructed by Mr Mark Hammond to Sell by Auction on Tuesday, September 28th, 1926, at 1.30 p.m., the live & dead farming stock, including 11 horses, viz., 7 working horses, 4 colts, 19 head of cattle, comprising 11 strong 2-year-old steers, 8 empty 2-year-old heifers; together with the agricultural implements, comprising 2 Massey-Harris binders, 3 cars with copse and ladders, 3 ploughs, double-farrow ploug, smythe drill, disc drill, 4 sets of Harrows, Cambridge roll, &c., railway carriage.

Catalogues of the auctioneer, Auction Offices, Buntingford (Tel. 20); Baldock (Tel. 62); Welwyn (Tel. 98); and Hatfield (Tel. 16).

10th September 1926 - Adverts and Buntingford Women's Institute

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Buntingford

Special Harvest Offer of Men's Wear. Cord trousers and heavy farm boots a speciality. Note windows. E.B. Haddock, Buntingford - ADVT.

Have your Boots & Shoes repaired locally by E.C. Scrivener, New Town. Satisfaction Guaranteed - ADVT.

Women's Institute

Owing to the unsettled weather, the Women's Institute held their monthly meeting in the Assembly Rooms on the 8th inst., where Mrs H.C. Marshall presided. A large number of members were present.

Miss Collingwood, V.C.O., gave a most delightful talk on the "Aims and Ideals of the Women's Institute."

A bountiful tea was provided by the Committee, after which several members took part in the discussion on home-made wines, of which there were about 20 samples exhibited by various members.

The singing of folk songs then concluded the programme.

10th September 1926 - Water Rents

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Buntingford Rural District Council

Water Rents

Notice is hereby given that the Collector has received instructions to complete the collection of the Water Rents for the current half-year, and all amounts due must be remitted to him on or before the 23rd inst., failing which proceedings will be taken for the recovery of the amount.

Ernest G. Thody

Collector, Buntingford

9th September, 1926.

10th September 1926 - Notice

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Notice

Parishes of Anstey, Little Hormead, Meesden, Throcking and Wyddial

Notice is hereby given that the Overseers have received instructions to complete the collection of the Poor Rate, made on the 30th day April, 1926, and all amounts outstanding must be paid to the Collector before the 23rd inst., failing which proceedings will be taken for the recovery of the amount due.

Ernest G. Thody

Collector, Buntingford

9th September 1926

10th September 1926 - Notes of the Week

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Notes of the Week

Since any matter under this heading has appeared in our columns our little town has been honoured with an up-to-date postage stamp machine.

It is a convenient addition, and is, we believe, used by a large number who previously have made a habit of calling on neighbours for stamps on Sunday evenings.

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The Electric Light Standards have been erected in our district in a very short while, and it is expected that before Christmas the current will be passing through the miles of cable now being fixed.

There does not, however, appear to be any chance of a supply for the town this year, as a transforming station will have to be built near the town.

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Another motor accident has occurred at the Harestreet road Corner. The alterations to the bridge do not appear to have had the desired effect, the trouble being due to the fact that the Harestreet road traffic cannot be seen by motorists coming from the town until they reach the crown of the bridge.

The vast majority of motorists appear to be afflicted with a superstitious dread of carrying the simplest requisites and remedies that might be useful should a mishap occur.

Perhaps it is thought that a "medical" case will invite a catastrophe, much as some men and women imagine that the making of a will may hasten his or her death.

A few bandages, some iodine and sticking plaster do not take up much room.

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10th September 1926 - Correspondence - Buntingford Revisited

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Correspondence

Buntingford Revisited

Sir,

After an absence of 17 years, I visited the town of Buntingford, and the village of Westmill recently, and thought an account of my impressions might prove of interest to your readers.

Buntingford appeared to be quite up-to-date with good raods and progressive shops. The paths were fair, and I was surprised to find some of the old cobbles on the paths at the Corney Bury end.

The old almshouses near "The Crown" have lost none of their original beauty, whilst the War Memorial, a feature new to me, of course, was not so suggestive of a cemetery as a good many monuments of a similar kind in other places.

I found that there was still good service at the "Adam and Eve," which looked no worse - and only slightly altered - than when I first became acquainted with it over 80 years ago. With its Grammar School, Technical Institute, Women's Institute, and other modern improvements, the town looked in every way progressive.

Visiting Westmill, I found the churchyard overgrown with grass, and the head-stones of the graves covered with moss, obliterating the inscription. I failed to find the resting-place of my forbears, and it seemed to be a pity Old Mortality should thus have gone from our midst.

The old familiar pond was filled up, but the village was delightfully quiet after the noisy traffic of a parish so near to London as Cheshunt. I missed some of the old landmarks entirely, but on the whole I spent a profitable half-day dwelling on the memories of the past, and I am convinced that the march of progress and improvement, whether we will or not, will go on making for a fuller, brighter, and better life than our forefathers knew, and tending towards a far better world than the croakers would have us believe.

Yours faithfully,

James Bunce

25, Turners Hill, Cheshunt.

10th September 1926 - Football

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Football

Buntingford played their first match of the season on Saturday last, at Buntingford, defeating Walkern by 6-2.

Aspenden v. Hertford Juniors

Aspenden opened the season on Saturday last, with a fine win at home against the Juniors in the Hertford and District League by five goals to two.

The home team, winning the toss, started with the wind behind them and were soon pressing.

Some fine play on the left wing led to the first goal. Aspenden were easily having the best of the game, and scored three more goals before half-time.

Their defence was playing a sound game, but directly after the change over the Juniors scored. This was followed by a goal to the home reds.

Towards the end the visitors made a fine break-away and scored a good goal.

10th September 1926 - Bowls

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Bowls

East Herts Bowls League

The Buntingford Bowls Club played a very interesting match on Saturday last again Much Hadham and after quite an excellent game were victorious by two points: 35-33.

Hadham are at present at the top of the League, and Buntingford have need to be pleased with the result.

Tomorrow (Saturday) Buntingford play Rosedale at Buntingford, and should the home team win they will be level with Hadham at the top of the League, and a match with Hadham on neutral ground will be played for premier honours in the League.

Buntingford have been second in the League on three previous occasions, viz.: to Havers Park, Hertford, and Hertingfordbury and have a good opportunity of gaining the coveted position this year.

The following were the players:

Buntingford

Rink No 1- E.R. Brett, J. Pateman, H.E. Birkett, F.W. Butler.

Rink No 2 - J. Boniwell, F.B. Sharp, E.J. Totman, W.J. May.

Much Hadham

Rink No 1 - J. Camp, D. Piggott, A.B. Camp, W. Bird.

Rink No 2 - F. Gillett, J. Holden, F. Braginton, R. Prior.

10th September 1926 - Balloon Race Results

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Balloon Race Results

The results of the balloon race in connection with the Congregational Church Garden Fete, which was held at Layston Cottage on the 18th ult., were made known on Tuesday in last week.

Seventy-three balloons were dispatched by Mr H. Cutts, all of which took a N.E. direction. Many doubtless dropped into the North Sea.

The prizes, consisting of pretty china dessert sets, which were kindly given, were won as follows:

1, Mrs Gulick, Red House, Buntingford, whose balloon ascended from the fete ground at 3.45p.m., and three hours afterwards came down at Great Yarmouth.

The finder with commendable promptness posted the card the same evening, and it reached Mr Cutts the next morning. It was a very speedy flight.

Mrs Mottram, High Street Buntingford, won second prize. Her balloon descended at Ipswich, and Mr Cutts received the attached card notifying the fact a week after the fete.