ALL SAINTS' VILLAGE NEWSLETTER Ho. 101.
July 1980.
The Rector's Letter.
My dear Friends,
On Sunday, after taking the Service at All Saints' and
returning to St. Mary's for the 11 o'clock Service, as I came
down the hill to the High Wyeombe road, there was a most
wonderful sight in front of me. In the morning sunshine
there were three corn fields, almost in their best, golden
dress, and two other fields just beginning to turn from
green. I thought how lovely, and how exciting, and then it
occurred to me, here we are in the middle of Summer and
Harvest is already almost with us.
Nothing stands still, everything grows and matures, and
then is harvested. Although we generally try not to think
about it, that is exactly what happens to us. I suppose
our Harvest is like that of the corn; it is not a sudden
change from the seed to "the valleys that stand so thick
with corn". If the corn is to be thick and good, it must
be nurtured, and fed, and looked after. What a wonderful
parable of life that is - "The good seed on the land is fed
and watered by God's Almighty Hand". Don't forget He does
the same for us, if we are prepared to co-operate.
"He only is the maker, of all things near and far,
He paints the wayside flower, He lights the evening stars
The winds and waves obey Him, by Him the birds are fed;
Much more to us his children He gives our daily bread.
All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above,
Then thank the Lord, 0 thank the Lord, for all His love".
Let us try to do that shall we?
Tours sincerely,
Allan Campbell."
Rector.
HARVEST FESTIVALS.
Sunday October 12th. All Saints', Coleshill.
Friday, October 17th. All Saints' Harvest Supper.
Sunday, October 19th St. Mary's.
Thursday, October 2Jrd St. Mary's Harvest Supper.
THE MESSIAH.
The South Bucks Choral Society will give a Performance of
"The Messiah"
in St. Mary's Church on Saturday, 29th. November, at 7-30 P.M.
HOLY BAPTISM.
"On 27th. April , Sarah'Emily, daughter of Eric and Susan
Miles, 3 , H i11•Me a d o w, Go 1 esfai 11.
On 11th. May, Nicholas James, son of Rodney and Sarah Bell,
24, Whieldon Street, Amersham. Grandson of Mr. and Mrs. R.J.
Higgs of Quarrendon Farm, Amersham.
IK MEMORIAM.
It is with sadness we record the death of Arthur Leonard FOX',
who died in Amersham Hospital on 2nd June, very shortly after
moving from Coleshill, v/he.re he and his wife .had lived for about
20 years. A most kindly man, who helped many members of our
community in his own quiet way. He was a most generous
supporter of appeals for our Church Fete and other village
activities. We extend our sympathy to his widow and family.
Grace Edith SLADE passed &way on 2nd June after a long illness.
Mrs. Slade lived in Magpie Lane for many years before moving- to
Amersham. Her husband, Frank, is a member of the blacksmith
family who worked from the .forge in the village, and her
daughter, Mrs. Olive Junger, is still a member of the Coleshill
community. Our sympathy goes to her husband, daughter and
grand-chi1dren.
Albert BATES died in Amersham Hospital on June 14th. Mr.
Sates came to live in Coleshill fifty-seven years ago, on his
marriage to Miss Ada Carter. The wedding had to be postponed
owing to his broken leg caused by playing football, a fact
Mr. and Mrs. Bates often mentioned. Coleshill gained much
by his arrival, - Parish Councillor, Chairman of Football and
Cricket Clubs, Captain of Cricket for 7 seasons, - he showed
a great interest in every aspect of Parish life. He was a
devoted member of the Church of England, though worshipping
with Mrs. Bates at the Chapel, of which she was an active
member until it closed, then they wore-both regular attcndcrs
at All Saints'. Above all, Mr. Bates was a kindly men, with
a pleasant word for everyone, and took a keen interest in his
fellows. He sorely felt the loss of his wife last year and
was failing in health,- so we -cannot feel but happy that he
now lies peacefully with his beloved wife. It is a great
sense of loss to know that they are no longer with us, living
at Thornbury Cottage where there was always a welcome. This
is written in .respect and thanks to both Mr. and Mrs. Bates.
ALL SAINTS' CHURCH COMMITTEE.
At the March meeting it was reported that in response to
an appeal by the Rector, a most generous anonymous donation
had been received to enable the purchase of a third Communion
Kneeling1 Stool. This will harmonise with the existing stools
and fill the gap that has hitherto existed between them.
THANKS. ""
Mrs. Jessie Pusey would like to thank everyone for all the
kind messages and cards which were sent to her during her recent
stay in hospital. They were very greatly appreciated.
Mrs. Elizabeth Harvey wishes to express her thanks for all
the kindness shown to her when she was 111, and for the
thoughtful cards sent to her while she was in hospital.
Mrs. Hilda Collier would like to thank everybody for being
so generous in giving cakes to the Cake Stall at the Pete
this year, which enabled her to have such a successful stall.
We thank Miss Sybil Boston for her most successful "Sale
at the Gate" which raised £125.50 for the H.A.R.P.
CHRISTIAN AID.
A very successful and happy gathering took place in the
Village Hall on May 17th. There was a sale of china where
many bargains were to be found. Also a good cake stall run
by Mrs. Darvell and Mrs. Edwards, which was sold out very
quickly. The Children's Competitions, organised by Mrs.
Swerling, were very jolly and thoroughly enjoyed by all.
It was difficult to choose the winner of the decorated hats
they had made from various papers 5 they were all so clever
and attractive. And, of course, delicious coffee was served
by Mrs. Di Hesford.
Mrs. Harvey organised a Bridge Drive the previous day,
which was held by kind permission of Mrs:. Waite at her house,
Bewpond.
The net result of £J51 was most gratifying and will be
much appreciated by Christian Aid towards the many deserving
and sad needs of so many under-priviledged people in all
partrr of the world.
Many grateful thanks to all who contributed so generously.
P.O.
N.S.P.C.C.
On the 14th May the Coleshill Branch of the F.S.;F..€..C . held
a 50/50 Sale of children's clothes at Friars Vane. Prior to
the sale, over 1000 items of alothing were collected by the
Committee,, and approximately £^00 was raised. R.V.
CHURCH.FETE. '14th June 1980.
The day of the Fete could hardly have had a more discouraging
start with torrents of rain, but fortunately the marquee had
been erected the day before, and the field, again kindly loaned
by Mrs. Heimann, had dried out by the afternoon. The shelter
for the teas, which as usual had taken so much time and trouble
to erect, was by the afternoon receiving the full blast of a
rising gale and threatening to take off, and our particular
congratulations to the Mothers' Union for their fortitude in
producing the usual excellent tea in most uncomfortable conditi
ons.
(The Fete Committee are already giving
urgent attention to the acquisition of a
Tea Tent for the future).
The Rector, in welcoming Mrs. Elizabeth Harvey as opener of
the Fete, said that it w&s both a privilege and a pleasure as
she had spent her whole life working for the Church in one way
or another in this country and throughout the world. He
hoped that Mrs. Harvey would regard the invitation to open the
Fete as a token of the very high esteem in which she is held
in the village and it came with .much love and affection from
us all.
Mrs. Harvey, most suitably attired for the occasion,
emphasised that it was a privilege to live, in Coleshill and
share in the village life. She recalled that at a meeting
of the Coleshill Church Committee a proposal by the Treasurer
that the proceeds of the Fete should be donated this year to
the Village Hall Rebuilding Appeal had been unanimously
approved and she felt that the Hall was our second vital
village centre. In conclusion she urged those present to
show their gratitude by their generosity, to those who had
worked so hard to ensure the success of this special Fete.
As will be seen the actual receipts again showed an
increase of over £100 on the previous year, and as the
weather may have reduced the number -of passing motorists it
must be considered a very satisfactory result.
Once again our thanks to Mrs. Ovington as Fete Organiser,
to Mr. Urry, Mr. Binghaia and Mr. Swcrling for site organisation,
and to Mr. V/oolacott for the public address equipment
and vocal effects. Again our thanks to the many stall
holders and their assistants, and to the organisers of the
outdoor events and sideshows, and thank you to Pauline
Griffiths for electricity supply.
A . i;I . V . P .
Twelve local girls took part in the "Miss Coleshill 1980"
•competition at the Fete. Mr Dekc Arlon kindly agreed to be
the judge and soon put the girls at case by chatting to each
of them. He found his task a difficult one but had no doubt
that the Miss Coleshill title should go to Beryl SMITH. Jane and Joanna
SWERLING were joint second and Pauline BARBER third.
Prizes for all the girls had been given by Goya .and additional prizes
for the winners were a hair-dryer and a five pound.voucher fronr "Superfly".
The winner's crown, made of real flowers, was kindly .presented by Floral
Art of Little Chalfont and her beautiful. ;scarlet sash was made by Mrs.
Lawrence, who organised the competition.
Much appreciation and thanks are giverr to Mr. Deke Arlonr who handled the
contest so well. , .
COLESHILL FETE DISCO.
The gale force winds at one time looked as though they would take over
the evening and blow the marquee away! Biit luckily they subsided a bit
and the evening got under way. Dancing or jogging once again was to
the Octave Disco. The Red Lion kindly ran the bar for us, and the
people flocked in, goodness knows where from, as we had done no advertising
at all. The evening went well in spite of rumours that Mods and Rockers
were going to have a fight..
We raised one hundred and ninety pounds for the Village Hall. None
of this would have been possible had it not been for the kindness of the
Griffiths family who lent us their electricity supply and who had to
grovel around in the dark with yards and yards of cable'.
Letter from Mr. D.M.M.Hall, Chairman Coleshill Village Hall Management
Committee to Mr. A.M.V.Panton, Treasurer, All Saints' Church Committee :-
"I am writing on behalf of the Coleshill Village Hall
Management Committee to thank you and the All Saints'
Church Committee for donating the entire net proceeds
of the Church Fete to the Village Hall restoration
project.
Will you please also thank all those who assisted with
the organisation and running of the Fete which raised
six hundred and fifteen pounds for the Village Hall
funds and provided a very pleasant day for residents
and friends. Considering the poor weather prior to
the event the end result is most praiseworthy and
says a great deal about the hard work that all
concerned put into their various tasksa
With renewed thanks and all good wishes."
5.
COLESHILL FETE.
Gate . . . . . . .
Tombola ...... .
Raffle. . .' . .
Green Fingers ..
Household . . .
Sweets . . . . .
Cakes , .... .
Teas .....
Toys .....
Tools .....
Books, . . . . .
lOp Stall (Magpie Club),16.30
Bowling .... 21.19
Pounds* Pence,
46.00
110,70 : ..
74.83 ,• ••
I27QD6 . ..
116.21
58.80
58.00
46.23
36i83
" 27.60
26.80
Pounds,
13,
13,
II.
10,
10.
8,
Pony Rides . . • . . .
Guess the Doll' s Name . .
Frizbee ."j", . ,
Broken:China . . . .
Ping Pong Balls (Brownies)
Darts . . . . . . .
Coconut Shy . . . . 7
Sale of Horse Magazines . . 5
Miss Coleshill I98Q. ... 3
Comic Dog Show .... 2
Ices ........... 5
Donation from Pottery Stall 2
Donations . . . . . . . 25
Pence
57
40
52
25
00
61
30
16
25
60
00
00
00
766.55
BroFuogrhwta rd,
Total:
117.66
766.55
884.21
VILLAGE HALL FUND
On the evening of May 2nd a successful Bridge: Evening was held in the Hnll,
under the auspices of the Committee of Coleshill Conserative. Association, to
benefit the Village Hall Funda
There were ten tables at five pounds a table and, of course, a very good
raffle to swell the takings. The evening would not have been so successful
without the willing helpers behind the scenes, who provided.and presented
good coffee and .very light fare: these were Mrs. P.Wright, Mrs.KsClifton,
Mrs. H.Collier and last, 'but certainly not'least, Miss Deacon.. This effort
raised one hundred and six pounds - all grist to the mill.
, . " . • • • ' : . P.McC.
Nicola HAUBNER arid Hannah ROBERTS raised twelve pounds fifty pence at
their secondhand toy sale on Saturday 3Ist May. Mr. Bowler kindly allowed
them to hold it under the awning at the Post Office when torrential raini
threatened to drown their stall and all the children who bought things seemed'
pleased with their bargains-. life send many congratulations to Nicola and
Hannah on their successful mornintjt. Ed.
B'ob and Teri from the Red Lion sponsored a I mile CRAWL from the Water
Tower;to the Red Liorr. This raised one hundred and fifty pounds which was
donated to the Village Hall Fund.
A Raffle is held at the Red Lionrevery Sunday lunchtime.
this raffle go towards the Village Hall Fund.
All proceeds from
COLESHILL VILLAGE DRAMA GROUP
The Coleshill Village Drama Group made its great effort for the
Village Hall Fund on; the evening of May 3rd. We were invited to
Supper with more Hilarity.
The Hall was transformed with attractive candle-lit tables, each
with a charming Floral Centre-piece, fit to grace any dinner table.
One hundred and four persons were seated and fed with a delicious
three-course meal. Such attractive waitresses supplied from the
young girls of the village added greatly to the occasion. The
organising of the meal was in the able hands of Mrs. iVlercia Parkes,
who, fortunately for us, has not severed all connection with: us
since leaving the village.
The energetic Drama Group then regaled us with two short plays.
Tom Stoppard's somewhat cryptic comedy was made enjoyable by the
lively performance of Georgina Collins and Stephen Hitchen.
Much more hilarity was raised by the second play, written by our
local thespian Lindsey Haubner. A new comedian appeared in
the person of Martin f/tenist, whose every appearance caused
hoots of laughter from the young male element in the Hall.
Congratulations to Lindsey for successfully adding to the genuine
hilarity promised.
A very good evening indeed both socially and financially -
W.A.R.P. Fund being swollen by three hundred and fifty nounds.
P. McC.
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4- HI.A.R.P. presents - +
"Smiles for a Summer Evening"
An entertainment provided by Pauline Griffiths,
Alison Hargan, Elizabeth Harvey, Hugh Jones
arrd Millie Northcliffc : +
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The Old Parsonage, Coleshill.
September I3th. Dinner performance 7.30 p.m.
September I4th. Lunch Matinee 12.30 p.m.
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FUND RAISING AT TILJ STEAM RALLY
1500 prizes, cakes, garden produce, a pig and an army of helpers
all went into the HoAofLP. Fund raising effort at the Steam Rally
in the village on 5th and 6th.July.
The Cake and Produce stall, organised by Barbara Houlto-n, quickly
sold out of c'akes while the produce lasted until raid-afternoon on
the 'first day, mainly due to;the abundance of lettuce, cabbages,
radishes and cucumbers kindly, provided by Bob Tilson. The stall
raised seventy pounds and seventy one pence.
Graham Swerling provided a pig whose weight had to be guessed
by competitors. The winning entry was one hundred and thirty
three pounds eight ounces and the lucky, or should it be skilful,
winner was Doug Pusey who took home the bacon. One hundred and
thirty one pounds was raised by this effort.
One hundred and fifty local shopkeepers in Coleshill, Amersham,
Beaconsfield and Chesham provided prizes for the Tombola and the
organiser, Di Hesford, is grateful to them for their generosity.
Their names were published at the event so they got some publicity
in return.
In addition to gifts from shops, residents once again turned up
trumps and provided a great quantity of items and a further five
hundred were bought in to make a total of one thousand five
hundred prizes. Three .generations of Hesfords, Nita Ovington
and Rosemary Valentine duly attached the remaining thousand
tickets to those prizes collected from outside the village.
Seven thousand five hundred tickets were duly torn out of books
of cloakroom tickets and folded up ready for customers to draw.
In spite of a last minute hitch, when the raffle drum could
not be found, the Tombola opened at 9.00 a.m. on the Saturday
and remained in business the whole of that day and until the
last visitor had left the fields on the Sunday. In the end
the hard work of all concerned produced Six hundred and ninety
five pounds twenty six and a half pence.
Although there was some stiff competition from other events,
such as the most thrilling rnens final at Wimbledon since the
war, not to mention Henley Regatta, Amersham Carnival and the
Amersham Horse Show, the collective uffort raised just over
Wine hundred pounds towards the Village Hall Fund. As well
as the money there is also a substantial quantity of prizes
for further fund raising.
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On Friday 18th April, Mr. R.Millard' gave an' interesting talk
•entitled "Si.tall'Trees' in Garden Design" . Most gardens have to be
tailored' to family needs with requirements for paths or other hard
surfaces such as pgtios or garage runways, playing an important part
iff the basic.design. For example, the refuse bins must be accessible
to both the house-wife and' the dustmen1. Other large objects such- as
a shed or greenhouse are often' better screened rather than blotted:
out, and Mr. Millard showed examples of how to lead the eye away from
eyesores such as these, and even gas works.
It is possible to bring unl'ty to a.garden* by linking different
areas with clever grouping- of 'cress or by subtle hints of what lies
beyond'. If", wherr your have tried most things, your garden looks as
dull as ditch -water, extra vitality could be introduced by enticing
the eye to a statue -- or better still, sonre water. This in turn
gives reflections, wind movement and even wild-life interest when
the .birds come to drink,
Two most important points Mr. Millard made were to solve your
problems on the drawing board' -- better to spend a couple of evenings
finding mistakes the easy way than years of physical work the hard
way! Secondly, have th3 courage to start again if it still turns out
badly.
The coffee and raffle wero followed by a short slide show which
gave examples of trees ivhich cc'uld he used:.
L.H.
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April 3rd was the day when fashion-went to our heads. The children^
made Easter Bonnets and paraded round the playground.. The occasion
would have been more memorable if we could have had a musical accompaniment,
so if you plcvyt a portable instrument, trombone or accordion
or everr bagpipes, please, join us next Easter.
A very happy Whist Drive on 24th April raised Forty seven pounds for
school funds. Whist Drive prizes were won by E.Lane, D.Spooner,
I.Gibbard, N'.Meeks, h' dc..,is, 1C.Barber••, C.Cossey, J.Bradley, and E.Hickin.
Mr. Neville Weeks was M.Q, r.nd there wqs a large raffle.
On 27th IViay we v.^l coined Brownies from' London for a Pack Holiday
and another Pack from North Harrow will be. in School in late July.
B.D.
June Sunday^L^unch.
People gave in- many different ways so
IT
WAS
F'JM'
The bonus was three hundred and forty six pounds, sixty four pence to
the Village Hall Restoration1 Fund,
We congratulate IWrn. Goales for planning and organising this wonderful
effort, and thank her and her bond of willing helpers,for all they
did to give us all such a very hapoy Lunch Party. Ed.
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LuRHY DRIVLri GF THE YEAR.
The South Bucks Elimination Tests were held orr 22nd Juno at the R.A.F,
Base, Halton. Two local drivers, Mr. Hugh and Mr. Brian JAMIESON came
first in their heats and qualify for the final which will be held in
September at Cranfield air base.
Mr. Hugh Jamieson won the "Owner Driver" cup and Brian won a cup for
"The Best Small Fleet" driver.
THE COLESHILL CLUB: . -:
In April we all enjoyed an afternoon of games and competitions,
finishing with Gingo before having tea and the raffle.
May-, we had a visit once again from the Rev. Francis Roberts of
Little Missenden who gave us a talk about wild flowers, the countryside
and old Churches.
In June the choir frarrr Criers Hill came to sing a splendid selection
of favourite songs. As we were able to join- in the singing of some
of these we all had a very jolly afternoon. Afterwards the choir were
entertained to tea, and they also won several raffle prizes. They
said that they had enjoyed the afternoon and we most certainly did.
Thank you, Criers Hill Choir.
It was with great sadness that we heard the news of Mr. Bates''s
death. He was a faithful and much loved member of the Club and will
be tremendously missed by us all.
D.F.
COLESHILL CRICKET CLUB.
The season opened with a club match in April and continued with the
usual week-end fixtures. We also play on Wednesday' evenings now we
have joined the Chalfont St. Peter mid-week league.
The Jim Ware Cup is played for annually between Coleshill and Penn
Street, and has been won by our opponents for the past five years, so
we are pleased to report our victory this year. This attractive cup
was presented to the Club by Kay Ware, in memory of her husband who
was a constant supporter .until his death ten years ago.
The youngsters of the village have been receiving coaching under
the guidance of Bob Tilson. and there has been an encouraging weekly
attendance. The main work on the pavilion has been completed and
members are enjoying the fruits of their labours. At the end of the
season, we hope to install showers when we shall also be "connected to
the electricity supply. All the building work has been carried out
by the members, and we must thank our Vice-Presidents for their very
generous donations towards the building programme.
\'!e are now looking forward to a successful and rain-free season.
Obituary
With the :passing of Albert BATES we have lost our oldest Vice-
Presirient and; ex-playing member. Albert was Club Captain for seven
seasons before the war and always took a lively interest in the Club.
Our sympathy goes to all who mourn him,
M.E.T.
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COLESHILL RESIDENTS ASSOCmiON'.
The Annual General Meeting of the Coleshill Residents Association
was held in the Village Hall on Tuesday 20th May and twenty three people
were present.
The Chairman's Report.
Welcome to the Annual General Meeting. Compared with last year's,
this is a small gathering, but we have no attraction to offer such as
Mr. Chenevix-Trench's talk on the Old Houses.of Coleshill.
Mr. Curling sent his apologies. We congratulate him .on his appointment
as High Sheriff. His absence tonight is due to a meeting of
Sheriffs in London.
This year has not been- a dramatic year but we have tried to keep a
watch on all that affects the Village and the interests of Residents.
Planning applications have been considered with care especially where
they could affect people living near by.
N'o definite complaints have been received by menrbers of the Committee
about the passage of heavy lorries. Please remember that the only way
to cope with these is to make a note of those which go through.. Remember
to write down' date, time and identification- registration .numbers.
The dead elnr tree on New Road has been removed. There is a blind1
corner where Village Road joins N'ew Road and bushes have been cut back
to help with this. Some of the damaged' Sign Posts have been replaced
and we have a promise that the Coleshill Sign Post in Fagnall Lane shall
have an arm restored' ~ pointing towards Winchmore Hill - when a new
post becomes necessary.
The problem of Gipsy Sites remains. We are relieved to know that
Wodgemoor Wood seems safe but are concerned that the site at White's
Hill is permanent, also that, at the top of (Sore Hill, an' official
temporary- site has beert' established.
Wo continue to watch Cedar Tree Field and the footpaths.
We support plans for the new Village Hall and hope that this project
will thrive.
In conclusion I thank the Secretary, Mrs. Stafford Alien, gratefully
for her work and Mr. Post for keeping our finances in order. My
thanks go to all members of the Committee. The Committee was reelected
to serve for another year.
Thank you for coming hore tonight.
COMMITTEE
Chairman Miss M.K.Stone. Vice Chairman Mr. A.Panton.
Secretary Mrs. J.Stafford Alien, Treasurer Mr. E.Post
Committee: ' :
Mr. S.C.Clifton .. Mrs. Kunzer
Mr. D.Curling . Mr. G'.S.Plumridge
Mr. J.M.Denning Mr. D.Ruperti
Mrs. Fox Mr. P.A.Williams
Mrs. Heimann
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1st Coleshill Guide Company
This term we have bean cooking in the woods and making gadgets.
Susanna Davis and Susan '"'illiams helped by Elaine Timrrrs ran a Comic Dog
Show at the Church Fete, In May we had a picnic in St. James Park and
visit to the Royal Mews. We had started off by holding1 a Birthday
Party' for the ueen- on- 2Ist April, Mrs. Maynard kindly gave us a talk orr
Flower- decoration followed. by practical help, which we all enjoyed.
Susanna Davis, Susan Williams, Lois Plumridge and Zoe Horsbrugh-Porter
all leave this term, wo wish them well. Mrs. ETagehot takes over the
Company in September and we still need an assistant Guider!
Badges gained since last reporting. Artists: Kirn Ferguson, Martine
Thompson-, Entertainers: Martine Thompson-, Donrra Denham. Accident
Prevention: Martine Thompson-. Collectors: Martine Thompson.
Stitchery; Hannah Roberts, Swimmer: Hannah Roberts. Cooks: Lucy
Hatch. 2nd Year 8 Point: Kirn Ferguson. 1st Year 8 Point: ; Hannah
Roberts. Service Flash: Martine Thompson: Pack Leader • Stripes :
Martine Thompson.
We were very sorry to loose Martine Thompson- when she moved to Bristol
in June. She was Patrol Leader of the Bluetits and gave much to the
Company, which can partly be seen- by- all the badges she gained in the
short time she was with us.
; H.J.M.C.
1st Coleshill Brownie
We were sad to lose Martine Thompson as our Pack Leader, especially
as we -are now 22 in number. ~: Madeleine Fielding, Tanya Conyers-
Silverthorn, Crystal Mull ins have joined us from Amersharrr and Lisa Hartr
who. has come to live in Coleshill.
We went to London with the Guides and St. Georges, Amersham Brownies
for a picnic in Str. Jarnes.Park and a visit to the Royal Mows. We
helped Mrs. Plumley with her ping pong balls in jam- jars sideshow at
the Church Fete. On 3Qth June our District Brownie Revels were held
in Coleshill : and we all dressed up as Fairy tale characters, played
games and were given tee ,by the Local Association.
Emma Norcliffe is Sixer of the Sprites, Venetia Hawkcs her Second.
B'adges gained were Home Safety: Joanna Ferguson, Phillioa Wyatt, Anne
Rimmer, Lorraine Baldwin, Melinda Vicary, Claire Bagohot. Animal
Lover: Ruth Jr.iiley. Swimmers: Joanna Ferguson, Joanna Mathews,
Claire Bagehot, Melinda Vicary, Sally Milnes, Anne Rimmer, Madeleine
Fielding, Highway Badge : Victoria Hesford, Rachel Williams, Kate Lee.
Roadway Badge : Louise Wyatt, Amanda Valentine, Venetia Hawkes, Claire
Bagehot. Footpath Badge: Melinda Vicary, Joanna Ferguson, Anne Rimmer,
Lisa Hart.
W.J.M.C.
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.THE HOSFICE OF ST. FRANCIS, BERKHAiViSTED
"Cancer is a word, not 'a sentence1" - with this positive, reassuring
thought the fifth news,letter of the Hospice of St. Francis commences
its report.
Increasingly the inspiration; of Dr. Cecily Saunders in atarting a
Christian home for the care of the terminally ill, and in particular cancer
patients, is being copied in other parts, of the country-', and St. Francis
Hospice has come into being to cover an area stretching from St.. Albans
to Amershanr and from Tring to the Chalfonts,.
The AIM is firstly to provide skilled, loving, Christian care for
the relief of symptoms and anxiety: and secondly-to establish, in a
gentle, unhurried environment, an- atmosphere of peace, comfort and1 hope
for the patients and their relatives. This service is to be given irr
addition to existing services, not instead of them, and admission will
be determined by the patient's condition without regard to means, creed,
or race.
The work has got under way in that care is already being given irr
a certain number of patients' homes ("domiciliary care"). Many
people have felt for some years that there was a tremendous need for
help of this kind. In correspondence received, an example is given
of a wife and mother .who, in her own home and.with all.her family
around her, wss cared for by a hospice nurse. The family are Methodists
and her husband is a teacher. Later the whole family gave testimony
to a peaceful and - indeed - happy close to her life. "There were
many-, many tears - some silent, and some shared - but no despair:"
and the family hold many precious memories of mingled love and laughter
right up to the end.
There is at present an Amershanr family that is being helped in a
similar way.
It is hoped that the full hospice home-care service, with specially
trained doctors and nurses available, will be inr action by the late
summer. Encouraging offers of help have come not only from many doctors
and over 60 nurses, but also from pharmacists, physiotherapists, and
occupational therapists as well. Mrs. Pamela Macpherson, who .is the
Chairman of the Steering Committee, is a trained nurse.
When sufficient money ;is available, it is hoped to purchase a.
building large enough to accommodate 20 beds - but the home-care
will continue as before. •
Here is reassurance for us all. These are folk who care intensely.
Gi.H.
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FORTHCOMING EVENTS.
Wednesday August 6thr.
Sunday September 7th.
Saturday SeptembGr I3th.
Sunday September I4th.
Wednesday Septcsmber 24th,
Friday September 25th.
Sunday October I2th.
Friday October I?th
Saturday November ?5*tti
Mobile Library:
W.I. entertain Deaf and Dumb Club from Actorr.
Celebrity Cricket Match on the Cricket Ground.
"Smiles for a Summer evening" 7.30 p.m.
" " " . ." 12 .30 and 7.30 p.m
W.I. Coffee Morning"'at Waller's Oak, 10-30 a.m
Fashion1 Show in aid of W.A.R.P. in the
Village Hall at 8 p.m.
Harvest.Festival.
HARVEST SUPPER.
•VV.I. BAZAAR.
July I7th. and 3lst.
August I4th and 28th.
September Ilth and 25th.
October 9th and 23rd.
November 6th and 20th.
The date of the Annual Jumble Sale will be announced later,
keep your unwanted treasures!
Please
MAGPIE PROGRAMME FOR SUMMER HOLIDAYS?
Friday _25th_
F r i d s yJ3 t h_Au g u s t
Friday/ 15th jAugust
Wednesday 20th August
Saturday 23rd August
Tuesday 2nd September
Afternoon hike and picnic tea 2-5.
Meet at the Village Hall.
Birthday Binge picnic to River Chess at
Chorleywood. Bring lunch. Meet at
the Village Hall 11.30 - Return 3.15.
Carti cCkreitc,k eatn df^ireoludn d4e.r3s0^. BrinJg tea. Meet
Picnic lunch on common. Meet at the Village
Hall I o'clock. Bring lunch. Followed by
''SWIMMING. Under 8's at Friar's Vane (Mrs.
Valentine's) and the over 8's at Bowers
Cottage (Mrs. Ferguson's).
Magpie Cake and produce stall. Village
Pond 9 ,,30 - II.
Outing to LIT.TLEHAMPTON. Leaving Village
Hall 8 a.m. . Cost two pounds per head.
Children under 7 must be accompanied.
End of holiday picnic. Meet at Village
Hall 11.30. Bring lunch.
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THE PARISH OF AMERSHAM WITH CDLESHILL.
Rector: The Reverend Allan, Campbell, M.A. (Cantab) :
Beaumont, Nervines Road, Amersham. Tel: 7135
and St. Mary's Parish Office. . Tel: 4712
ST. MARY/'S CHURCH, AMER5HAIVI.
Sunday Services: 8^.00 a.mi. Holy Communion
11.00 a.m. Matins
IJ.30 a.m. Holy Communion (ist Sunday in minttii)
B.OO p.m. Evensong.
Each Friday: 10.00 a.m. Holy Communion.
Sunday, October I9th - Harvest Festival at St. Mary's.
ALL SAINTS' CHURCH, COLESHILL.
Sunday Services: 9.30 a.m. Parish Communion.
6.00 p.m. Evensong (ist and 3rd Sundays in month)
Sunday I3th July Family Service.
Sunday I4th September Family Service.
Sunday I2th October Harvest Festival.
Sunday 2nd November Patronal Festival of All Saints' Day.
Sunday 9th November Family Service.
ST. ANDREW'S MISSION- CHURCH, Winchmore Hill.
11.00 a.rrK Holy Communion (2nd and 4th Sundays).
Pro-Wardens - J.G. Chenevix-Trench, Windmill Farm, Coleshill.
Tel. 5439.
D.C.Urry, Ardlair, Coleshill. .Tel. 7420,
Hon. Treasurer - A.M.V. Panton, Waller's Oak, Coleshill.
Tel. 6183.
Hon. Secretary - Miss H.C. McLean, 8 Amber Cottages, Coleshill.
Tel. 3361.
Brownies - Monday Evenings in the Village Hall 5.30-645 p.m
Guides - Monday Evenings in the Village Hall 6.45-8 p.m
Mother's Union - 3rd Thursday of every month at 2.30 p.m.
Coleshill Crub - 3rd Wednesday of every month at 2.30 p.m.
W.I. - 2nd Thursday of every month at 2.30 p.m.
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