Ross Gazette 9th July 1914 - Page 3
Ross Gazette 9th July 1914 - Page 3
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| Date | 09/07/1914 |
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| Type | Newspaper |
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| Language | English |
| Area | Ross Gazette |
| Collection Holder | Herefordshire Libraries |
| Date of Publication | 9th July 1914 |
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all classes . He will not only be nissed in the hunting field ; his support and personal interest in the and social welfare of all around he cherished in the memories of mble admirers for years to come . reat misfortune to his family_and hat his life should be cut off 80 when he was practically at the life , and the deepest sympathy was the large attendance at the beauti- h on the hillside at Hoarwithy on afternoon , when his remains were est in the peaceful valley which he well . anger of bathing in the Wye has en sadly demonstrated by the death ag man . An engineer named Evans , rd . lost his life at Hampton Bishop thing in the river on Sunday even- pathetic feature of the affair was ceased's fiancee . Miss Janet Mary o'whom he was to have heen married he present month , was a witness of edy , and at first regarded the ery as a piece of fun . LOCAL NEWS . 12nd anniversary of the Weston- envard Mutual Benefit Society will on Tuesday next , July 14th . - See COURT FETE . - Do not forget that the kes place on Tuesday next , July 14th . attend will receive a hearty weloome , aure to enjoy a most delightful after- port and entertainment . W.R : announce excursions to London adav . July 16th ; also to Weymouth on 7 , July 18th , from Ross , & c . - See advt . UEES AND TENTS FOR HIRE . - Tents purposes Flower Shows , Sales , Gar- rties , Weddings . Camping Out ; and Seating . Walling Canvas , Flags , rew Cane Seat Chairs , etc.-A. E. DREW . Tent Contractor , Ross . Es- ' free . " BU- RBERRY CLIENTS in the district ace their orders with Messrs . WRIGHT ON , Ross , who are " Burberry d agents for both ladies ' and gentle- goods , and keep a full set of patterns their specialities - Weather - proof Gar- Sporting Garments , Gamefeather and other Suitings , etc. , thus getting advice and also saving the trouble of onal visit to their showrooms . HOME - MADE BREAD delivered daily to rts of the town . E. H. SOLES , 17 , ster - road , Ross . - Advt . supplies of the " So Simple " edition of ography " are now available . It certainly he case for taking up Photography very and the beautiful full page illustrations what splendid pictures may be secured by ars with quite inexpensive apparatus . Ask opy ( 1d . each ) , and a catalogue ( free ) .- HART , late Matthews , Chemist , Ross . C.K. - The sermon at Ross Parish Church day morning next will be preached by the eacon of Hereford , Rev. E. H. Winnington o , in aid of the Society for the Promotion istian Knowledge . ON INGHAM FETE , TUESDAY NEXT , JULY 14TH . ther permitting , there will be dancing on reen - 7 till 10. Admittance , 3d . Light aments at reasonable charges . - Advt . BWITHY SPORTS . - The annual Show and will be held on Tuesday , July 21st . close on Friday , July 17th . For full lars see advt . TH OF A COUNTY ALDERMAN . - We re- o announce the death of Alderman W. Barnehy , D.L .. J.P. , of Bredenbury and Longworth , Hereford , which took at Longworth on Monday at the age of ars . The deceased gentleman was one best known public men in the county . LE PICTURE PALACE & VARIETY HOUSE . e entertaining variety turns are to be at the Picture Palace this week , pro- by The Sydneys humanettes ) , Miss ce ( soprano ) , and Lieu Warren ( ven- ist ) , and are well worth hearing . Ex- pictures are also being exhibited . week's turn is The Conways , who are ing in a comedy act . " Out on Night introducing character studies . A id programme of pictures has also arranged OUS ILLNESS OF MR . E. DEKIN . - As a of the recent motor accident at Wal- Mr. E. Dekin , the proprietor of the Picture Palace , still lies in a precar- condition , and little hope is enter- of his recovery . Much sympathy is r Mrs. Dekin and her family . A LIBERALS IN IRELAND . - On the in- n of the Herefordshire Conservative ation , the following Liberals set sail land on Saturday afternoon last , with to the inspecting for themselves ate of things now existing in Ireland : Albert Dean . Broad - street , Ross ; Mr. adall , Ledbury : Mr. Walter Jones , and Mr. H. G. Jones and Mr. G. t . Hereford . is the most economical time to use ed killer . Paths done now last clean ole Summer . Cheaper and more eff- han labour . Prices , 15s . to 1s.-J. H. Chemist ( late Matthews ) , Man of Ross Advt . GOSPEL TENT MISSION . - A united tent campaign , conducted by Evan- John Coates was commenced last ay in the city of Gloucester . There good representative meeting from the churches to welcome Mr. Coates . r . J. J. Luce was unable to attend , ote saying : " I wish to offer you & welcome to the parish and city , and to you of our sympathy and prayers . " day night , at 8 o'clock , the big tent owded with an attentive adult au- The tent is pitched on land kindly by the Corporation , opposite Westgate Post Office , and is fitted up most ably , and weli lighted with electric The meetings are held each night at k , and Mondays and Thursdays at 3 . EN DEATH OF MR . J. J. PASSEY . We to announce the very sudden death of beż James Passey during the early Tuesday morning at Hawarden Cot- awor , at the age of 51 years . Mr. who went to his work on Monday complained of feeling unwell during and stayed at home after breakfast . not see a doctor , and in the evening ed very much brighter and better , to rest shortly after nine o'clock . the night , however , he was taken ill , and without much warning and he arrival of the doctor , passed away . est was held this ( Wednesday ) after- For nearly 40 years Mr. Passey was mploy of Mr. R. Holder and Messrs . nd Watson , High - street , Ross . Da He member and a deacon of the reet Baptist Church . The greatest y.is extended to Mrs. Passey and ly in their sudden bereavement . -The NAL CONSERVATIVE LEAGUE . meeting of the Ross Lodge was held rday evening last , when there was a endance of members . The challenge the tug - of - war competition , kindly d by Bro . Clifton Hill , was on view . the evening a hearty vote of thanks orded Bro . Hill for his handsome n being asked by the members pre- he would captain the Ross team , he d himself as being quite willing to do A said he hoped the best men would ss for preference ( applause ) . meeting of the Lodge will be held on July next . XCELLENCE AND LIGHTNESS THE ROM- NOURISHING STOUT is unequalled . ally digested , and is in all ways by most suitable for invalids , and its e brings it within the reach of all . . 6d . per dozen . - W. - J . SADLER and oad - street , are the agents for Ross . 60 Death of F. Gibson Fry , J.P. A PROMINENT SPORTSMAN . 80 a memorial to his life's work , was packed to overflowing . The first portion of the ser vice commenced with that very favourite hymn , " Jesu , lover of my soul which was followed by the 90th Psalm . The lesson was touchingly read by the Rev. R. D. Evans , and this was followed by the singing of the hymn , " Abide with me . " As the funeral procession left the church for the burial ground , which is situated on the top of the high hill to the north of the church , Mr. Threlfall , who presided , at the played the " Dead March " from a ganl . " The ooffin , which was of English oak with solid brass furniture , bore the following inscrip- tion : - FRANCIS GIBSON FRY ; Died July 4th , 1914 ; Aged 51 years . The grave in which the remains were laid had been beautifully lined with ferns , white lilies and white roses , by the gardeners from Brookhampton Court . The final obsequies were performed by the Rev. F. R. Green , the Rector of Turnastone , a personal friend of Mr. Gibson Fry , and a very impressive service concluded with the Benediction . The chief mourners were the Right Hon . Lewis Fry ( father ) . Mr. Lewis G. Fry , Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Mallet , Mr. and Mrs. Mc Oandlish , Mr. and Mrs. Bertram Matthews , Mr. Napier Abbot , Mr. A. M. Fry , Mr. Claud Fry , Capt . and Mrs. T. Raymond Symons and Mr. E. Raymond Symons , the Servants from Mount Pleasant , the Bervants from How Caple Grange , and Nurse Young . TAKEN ILL AT THE PUPPY SHOW . The news of the death of Mr. Francis Gibson Fry , J.P. , of Mount Pleasant , Hoarwithy , at How Oaple Grange , the re sidence of Capt . T. Raymond Symons , J.P. , and Mrs. Symons , on Saturday evening last , was received with sympathetic regret in Ross and the surrounding country ; throughout which Mr. Gibson Fry was well known and had become deservedly popular as a sportsman . The event is made all the more sad and painful by reason of the fact that Mr. Gibson Fry , while appearing to be in the very best of health , and while in company with many of his personal friends , was cut down endden- ly through a seizure which proved fatal . It was only on Tuesday in last week that Mr. Gibson Fry was attending the annual puppy show in connection with the South Hereford- shire Hunt at the Kennels , Wormelow , and at the luncheon which followed the judging , he made a most typical and humorous speech in submitting the health of Mr. M. C. Albright , the Master . Indeed Mr. Gibson Fry had seldom been seen in a more jocular mood , and his wit and humour on that occasion brought forth the laughter and hearty applause of those present , who de- clared at the time that Mr. Fry had never made a better speech . But little did they think it would be his last , for after drinking the health of the Master , Mr. Fry . with the company present . sang most heartily " For he's & jolly good fellow . " Shortly after the Master had responded the proceedings closed with the company rising to sing the National Anthem , but Mr. Fry remained in his seat , a most unusual thing for him to do . But even then nothing appeared to be wrong with him , and the majority of the company had left the marquee in which the Inncheon was served before it was discovered that Mr. Fry was feeling unwell . The day was an in- tensely hot one , and from what could be gathered from Mr. Fry's feeble remarks it appeared as though he had had a sunstroke . Dr. Rae , of Fownhope , was at once sent for , hut in the meantime every attention was given to Mr. Fry by Captain T. Raymond Symons and Mrs. Symons , Mr. Corbett Winder , Mr. George Davey , Mr. Dudley Smith . Mr. W. B. Pilkington , and others who had been summoned to Mr. Fry's assistance . After Dr. Rae had seen Mr. Frv he was placed in Captain Symons ' car and driven to How Caple Grange . On further examination by other medical men it was found that Mr. Gibson Fry was suffering from a very severe seizure , which had taken away practically the use of almost his whole body , he being paralysed all down one side down one of and rendered speechless . medical skill and splendid nursing Mr. Fry never recovered from the seizure , but gradu- ally grew weaker and passed away at 9.30 on Saturday night , at the comparatively early age of 51 years . Among the very large crowd present , which included representatives from all the sporting institutions and public bodies with which Mr. Gibson Fry was associated , we noticed Sir James Rankin , Bart . , Sir John Oarden , Bart . , Sir Archer Croft , Col. R. Rankin , Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Lutwyche , General and Mrs. Olive ( Perrystone ) , Mr. H. F. Roberts , Mr. Manley Power , Mr. S. Greatrex Yates , Mr. J. Wyndham Smith , Mr. Cecil Moffatt , Capt . W. 8. R. Cox , Mr. Weinholt , Mr. Montague Maclean , Mr. A. Blain , Mr. George W. Davey , Mr. Arthur Davey ( Holmer ) , Dr. Ll . B. Green , Mr. G. Okell , Mr. Will Wigmore , Mr. Harry Wig- more , Mr. Ernest Wigmore , Mr. J. P. Mor- gan , Mr. P. O. Bennett , Mr. J. Parry ( Harewood Park ) , Mr. T. A. R. Littledale , Mr. T. A. Lock , Mr. P. H. Morgan , Mr. Burton Parry , Mr. Jack Parry , Mr. T. Maddooks , Mr. F. W. Barling , Mr. A. W. Bellamy , Mr. F. Cooper , Mr. J. Marfell , Mr. J. Turner , Mr. O. H. Davies , Mr J. Bel- lamy . Mr. Victor Parry , Mr. Hall , Mr. Harold Morgan , Mr. H. Hone , Col. Newn- ham Smith , Mr. J. Davies , Mr. J. L. Barling ( Hereford ) , Capt . A. 8. Trevor , Mr. W. H. Addis , Mr. W. Rogers , Mr. W. B. Pilking- ton , Mr. J. M. Swabey , Mr. Owen Croft , Mr. Courage , Mr. Sidney Brown , Mr. G. Addis , Capt . Robert Allen , Mr. J. E. Jones , Capt . A. W. W. Pope Mr. E. Bullock , Mr. Cedric Foster , Mr. Cuthbert Foster , Mr. L. Lee , Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Herbert , Mrs. Green , Mr. Dudley Smith , Mr. Henry Southall , Mr. Henry Blake , Mr. E. Bellamy , Mr. Will Raymond , Mr. W. Tompkins , Mr. J. G. Protheroe , Mr. E. M. Davies , Mr. W. E. Taylor , Mr. G. Wilkes , Mr. Mingay , Dr. Rae , Capt . and Mrs. Waters ( Wessington Court ) , Capt . and Mrs. Rolestone ( King's Caple ) , Mr. W. B. Heygate ( Shobdon ) , Mr. A. Boden ( Mynde Estate Office ) . Mr. T. E. ( Dymock ) , Mr. Goodwin ( Much Jones Marele ) , Mr. Brewer ( Fawley ) , Mr. T. Dance , Mr. R. C. P. Partridge , Mr. W. Williams Colonel R. Smith , Supt . Blakemore ) , Broad , P.8 . Kendall , P.C. Hardwick , P.C. Everett , nearly all the residents in Hoar- Fry withy , and very many others whose names the Mr. Francis Gibson Fry , J.P .. who was a bachelor , was the younger son of the Right Hon . Lewis Fry , of Goldney House , Clifton . Bristol . Since he came to live in Hereford- shire some 28 years ago Mr. Gibson Fry had taken an active interest in the various snorts associated with the county and particularly the Ross district , therefore it was he became SO surprising that popular the among and sporting gentry hunting the well as as non - hunting farmers . For several years Mr. was the Master of the South Herefordshire Hunt , and strange to say it was in con- nection with this Hunt that he made his last public utterances . During his mastership the South Herefordshire Hunt was most terest in its welfare was just as keen and as are too numerous to mention . Mr. M. C. Albright , the Master of the South Herefordshire Hounds , wired on Tues- day as follows : " Only heard late last night . Much regret , impossible to at- Albright . " THE ROSS GAZETTE THURSDAY , 1914 MODEL 1685 10 - H.P . SINGER , The In splendid condition ; has had very little use . best light Car on the market . A " Singer was entered for the most severe trial in the world - THE The Car we are offering is complete , with hood , screen , Sankey detachable wheels , spare wheel and tyre ; " Rotax " dynamo lighting set complete with head , side , and tail lamps ; two horns , Watford speedo- meter , pump , jack , and full tool kit . € 195 . BUTCHER & CASSON , Ltd. , AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERS , MOTOR CARRIAGE BUILDERS , With deep regret and sympathy , from Mr. M. C. Albright , Wormelow With affectionate remembrancen , old Dance Turna- friend . Rev. and Mrs. F. R. stone Rectory With kindest remembrance and heartfelt sympathy , from Mr. and Mrs. Corbett Winder In much grief and deepest respect and sym- pathy , from William Mailes . " We have lost a friend . " With deepest sympathy , from S. and A. With deepest sympathy , form Mrs. G. Pem- ber and children With deepest sympathy , from Mr. John Perry , the Herefordshire Club , Hereford With deep sympathy , from W. J. Threlfall With sincere regret , from Mr. and Mrs. In memory of a faithful friend , from T. Harvey and family and family Macdonald With deep regret , from Capt . and Mrs. H. P. Waters Walter Can we give you a trial run ! ROSS . JULY 9. 1914 . Scott's School . REPORT ON RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION . The following reports have been received Brooke - Bradley , as a result of the religious from the Diocesan Inspector , the Rev. E. examination which took place in the school the boys ' and girls ' work was classed as on June 15th last . It will be seen that both " excellent . " BOYS . The Farm Labourer and His Wages . Sudden Death of Mr. Jabez James Passey . Ross Camp . MILITARY TATTOO AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY . Press Association Telegrams . " Ross Gazette " Office , Wednesday , afternoon . KING AND QUEEN IN SCOTLAND again to - day and inspected the warship being The King and Queen visited Glasgow built there . firm . LONDON CORN MARKET . Wheat and flour steady and unchanged . Barley firm and 6d . dearer . Other articles unchanged Date steady without alteration . Maize at present Arrivals British : Wheat , 250 ; barley , 310 . Foreign : Wheat . 82.600 ; barley , 5,590 ; oste , 12,410 maize , 51,440 ; beans , 520 ; peas , 5,560 gra .; flour , 25,500 Backs . FOR CYCLE REPAIRS go to FRANK HILL AND Co. , Market Place . Ross . - Advt . ( By " ONLOOKER . " ) Mr. T. Hutchinson , the district Coroner , One of the healthiest individuals under conducted the inquest at Cawdor , and Mr. the sun and usually one of the happiest is A. Bird was chosen foreman of the jury . the farm labourer . You find him whistling at his work and at peace with all mankind , Passey and Dr. Ll . B. Green , a verdict of After hearing the evidence of Miss Gladys surrounded by the beauties of nature and heart failure due to flatulent distention of oooupied with the daily round and the com- the stomach was returned mon task . It is in the country that we find Mr. Bird , on behalf of the jury , deeply men , with few exceptions , on excellent terms sympathised with Mrs. Passey and her family with their masters , working together , chat- with which expression the Coroner associated ting together , and exchanging duties as the himself . hours go by . Here are men who take pride Mr. E. Passey thanked the Coroner and in their work - the carters with their teams the jury on behalf of the widow and family . competing together as to whose furrow shall be the straightest , eto . Let the observer watch the teams coming to town on a market day , and note the gloss on the horses ' coats , how clean the harness , and how the brasses and hames shine in the summer sun ; and he realises that the man's heart is in his work , and it is not a question The regimental sports in connection with of £ 8 . d . that creates this interest . Let the 3rd Battalion South Lancashire Regi- those attending a local show note , in ad- ment ( Special Reserves ) , who are at present dition to the exhibits , the keen and critical training in the Ross Camp , will be held on COTTAGE HOSPITAL . - The committee grate- eye of those who have had the care of the Saturday afternoon , at 2.30 , and the officers Strawberries from Mr. Whiffen ( Aston Ing- fully acknowledge the following gifts : - stock exhibited , and how anxious they are extend a very cordial invitation to all Ross ham ) , gooseberries and lettuce from Miss to excel in their handicraft , thus manifesting people to attend . A very attractive pro- Woodhall ( Peterstow ) , and Mr. their pride in their work gramme has been arranged , comprising 100 ( Marsh Farm ) , vegetables and lettuce from But now we see clouds looming on the yards flat , one mile flat , relay face , inter- horizon , and whilst the man's interest in his company tug - of - war , boot race , potato and from Mr. Maddox , magazines from Mrs. Mrs. Bennett ( Walford Court ) , vegetables work does not cease , yet , as he hears of the bucket race , inter - company alarm wages being paid to his town cousin , and marching order , band race , sack race , ob- flowers from the Rev. Charles . race , Stratford Collins , Mr. Damsell ( Lydbrook ) ; the hours he has to work , he himself is eager stacle race , in addition to several amusing to have the same advantages . The question events . There , will also be an open half - mile Ross MAN IN QUEENSLAND . - Mr . Charles E. of the amount of wages appeals to him as race , open to inhabitants of Ross , for which Cox , for some time at Ross Post Office , is also the shorter hours , and he feels that the prizes are £ 1 , 10s . , and 58. The en- now postmaster at Proserpine , Queensland ,. perhaps he is not getting his due , and there trance is free , and all intending competitors The following is taken from the Proserpine fore claims the right to be placed on equal should send their names to Sergt . - Major Guardian : - " Mr . C. E. Cox , our courteous terms with the town worker . Powner , by Friday evening . The band , acting Postmaster , leaves for England next He hears that the latter is getting in under Bandmaster West , will render the fol- week . We understand it is Mr. Cox's inten- country towns from 18s . to £ 1 per week , lowing programme of music : " Old Com- tion to return to Australia in about six and in large industrial centres still more rades , " " Light Cavalry , " " The Girl in the months ' time with Mrs. Cox . We wish him and this is one of the chief reasons of his Taxi , " " Nights of Gladness , " " Ragtime pleasant trip . Mr. C. E. Cox , acting Violin , " " The Arcadians , " " Baby's Sweet Postmaster , put in a strenuous time on Mon- It may never have occurred to the man heart , " " Waiting for the Robert E. Lee , " day wrestling with a record mail , consisting living in the ountry what disadvantages can " The Dancing Mistress , " " Wee Macgregor , " of 22 bags . Considering his assistants were be found in town . Let the man who has " The Lancashire Witches , " The commit - new to the office , he did remarkably well , been used to country life , with his cottage tee responsible for the arrangements are dispatched the outward mails , with a beam- We saw him in the afternoon after he had and large garden try for a time a sojourn Oapt . W. Herbert , Capt . M. H. B. Morgan , ing countenance , happy in the thought mail in town , and he will soon discover what Lieut . Douglas , Lieut . H. H. Withers , Lieut . day was not an every day occurrence . " unrest . these are . Bennett There are two discomforts of this glorious On Sunday , service will be held at the a cure for the irritation and swelling caused Camp . For the convenience of the towns- thereby , we recommend Mosketone people , the band will play in the Camp on ( in le . bottles ) , For Sunbarn there is no preparation , Sunday afternoon from 3 till 5 , which should as far as we are aware , RB good as " Velvola " attract a large number of visitors . 16d and ls . jara ) . It is a non greasy dream , and THE LATEST NOVELS may be obtained from CORRESPONDENCE With little or no garden prac- J. F. R. Gebbie , and Sergt . - Major Powner , tioally every vegetable has to be bought , and and they are hoping for a large attendance this not direct from the producer but from of Ross people . The inter - company football Summer weather Midge bites and Sunburn . the middle man who has his profit to make . finals will also take place on Saturday . For Midge bites , both as a preventative and as With every potato , cabbage , and bit of parsley to buy , to say nothing of the luxuries of peas and beans , the cash sum of £ 1 is greatly reduced at the week end . Note again the matter of rent . A man may get a house in town for 2s . 6d . a week . but at Tuesday evening a military tattoo will be rubs right in . It is better and gives more pro- that price he knows that what he is occu- held at the Camp at 9.30 , followed by a big tention than the modern soapy vanishing creams , pying will in all probability shortly be con- display of fireworks , while the band will also besides being better for the complexion .-- J . H. demned , and if he wishes to have a house render selections of music . The tatoo will HART ( late Matthows ) , Pharmaceutical Chemist , with any modern comforts he must pay from be an exceptionally big affair , and will con- ROBB . work without drink , and the town worker fireworks will be far ahead of the usual pyro- the " Gazette Office . - Advt . 8a . 6d . to 4s . per week Few workmen can sist of figures , figure marching , etc. The has what he likes to pay for , but this also technic displays , and will include , amongst Added to this his firing - both wood and coal They will be carried out by Messrs . J. Crane must be deducted from his weekly wage . other things , several figures and set pieces .. he has to buy , and we find his wages re- and Co. , of Bristol , which is a guarantee of la . 6d .. drink say 2s . , which only leaves a be a very large attendance of townspeople duced thus : -Rent 8s . 6d . , vegetables say their excellence . The officers hope there will SHOULD THE PUBLIC KNOW ? oash balance to the town worker of 13s . at the tattoo and the fireworks display , and To return to the country worker , whose TO THE EDITOR OF THE Rass Gazette . Old Testament , New Testament , Catechism present wage is usually 15s . per week and to the ground will be through the Alton - road been made on he action of the Governors of we are asked to point out that the entrance Sir , I am surprised that no comment has and Liturgy , and Repetition - very good . cottage rent free if he has Sunday work ; gate only . General Remarks . - The tone and order of he is able to produce his vegetables in his the Ross Secondary School prohibiting the Arrangements are being made to hold a this school is very good indeed . The scholars own garden at the cost of seed and labour , camp concert on the evening of July 16th . attendance of representatives of the Press at answered admirably . They are carefully and and his drink during working hours is sup- The inspection will be held on July 15th and their meetings . I think that the ratepayers a whole was very good , the few mistakes in quisites into consideration , with a distinct thoughtfully taught . The written work as plied free . This leaves him , taking his per- 16th . should have the opportunity of seeing how In spite of the somewhat inclement their money is dealt with by such bodies , good quality of the singing also deserves Let the labourer criticise these figures and South Lancashire Regiment have been ac spelling being particularly noticeable . The cash advantage at the end of the week . weather of the past week , the 3rd Battalion and am sure that the light of publicity that . is thrown on their proceedings by the notice . Summary of report , excellent . draw his own clusion . complishing excellent work , and their train- Press reports is the strongest safeguard the GIRLS . Let us now consider the question of the ing is in every way proceeding very satisfac- public have against reckless extravagance . weekly holiday . Why is it the town labourer torily . The battalion has become very popu- Far too much business is transacted in the and those employed in factories have either Lar with Ross people in general , so much so committee room , and healthy discussion a half holiday or an early closing day ? that they have secured a recruit from the and public criticism are stifled by those who should have the same . Let us think of the the battalion are apparently spending a conditions under which the former often have merry time in Camp , and football , of which to work . In most cases they are confined all there are very efficient exponents , is the chief day long in workshops or factories , often pastime when work is finished .. breathing air that is anything but pure , and perhaps working by artificial light . In such cases as this it is absolutely necessary for the health of the individuals concerned that they should get away from those conditions and enjoy the freshness and liberty of the open air . flourishing , and after his retirement his in- tend Mr. Gibson Fry's funeral to - day . With kind remembrance , from C. Ashley discipline of this room is very noticeable . Some would argue that the country man town , which speaks for itself . The men of Mr. Fry also subscribed largely to and was a was an shot . and At he lively as ever before . and his advice , when any changes arose , was always most valuable . regular follower of the Ross Harriers , and his genial and humorous disposition the meets will be sorely missed during the coming season . Apart from the deep interest he took in both fox and hare hunting , Mr. Fry excellent also allowed his sporting instincts to he extended in various other ways in the sun- port of snort and athletics generally . For instance , there was no better supporter of the Hoarwithy sports than Mr. Gibson Frv . while he was also an active member of the South Herefordshire Lawn Tennis and Cro- quet Club . The various football and cricket clubs in the district also had a share of his unbounded generosity through his love . In addition to his active life of sport . sportsman , 3.8 A to devote his abilities and resided . powers In this direction he was elected for the parish of Hentland , of which Hoar- rithy forms part , and in these two offices A letter was also received from Mr. Al- bright this ( Wednesday ) morning , saying how deeply he regretted that it was impos- sible for him to get to the funeral in time from Milton , Peterborough . Other apologies for inability to attend were received from Col. O. R. Middleton , who is away from home ; Mr. H. H. Child , Rudhall ; and Mr. E. W. Prevost , Weston . The funeral arrangements were entrusted to and admirably carried out by Messrs . Southall and Sons . Ross . The floral tributes , which were most beau- tiful in their designs , were sent from the following : - With tenderest sympathy from the Right Hon . Lewis Fry ( father ) , Goldney House , Bristol From Bertram and Dora Napier Abbot Albert Fry , Clifton beth and Adrian Griffiths From Sarah Guy , with much sympathy With affectionate remembrance , from the Scholars at Hentland School With deepest sympathy , from E. Keddle and With deep sympathy , from the Harewood family End Branch of the South Herefordshire Conservative Association . With deepest sympathy and regret , from E. Lewis and family From the School Boys at How Caple . From Mr. and Mrs. A. Mailes and family , with respectful sympathy With deepest sympathy , from A. and V. Newman , The Cottage And many others . AT HAREWOOD END POLICE COURT . Old Testament , New Testament , Catechism and Liturgy , and Repetition - very good . General Remarks . The good order and The intelligent answers of the girls showed painstaking teaching . The written work was carefully and accurately done . The singing of some sacred pieces and hymns deserves special commendation . Summary of report , excellent . GIRLS ' FRIENDLY SOCIETY OUTING . LOCAL WEATHER REPORTS . OFFICIAL RECORDS TO BE MADE . A complete official meteorological outfit at Chasedale , Ross , can brook no interference with their own particular plans and pet hobbies . Why should members of public bodies fear the criticism paper I see that even the discussion on the of those they represent ? In my morning Nation's Budget is to be cut short , which , I suppose , is another sign of the times . I sincerely trust , however , that our local re- presentatives will show a more honourable regard for the traditions of democratic government by inviting the fullest light being thrown upon their transactions instead of attempting to suppress all publicity and possible criticism . Yours etc .. A. They were fed on A very pleasant afternoon and evening The country man , on the other hand , is was spent by the members of the Ross and living in the open air , and usually perform- has been installed Archenfield branch of the Girls ' Friendly ing duties that are not at all strenuous , so through the generosity of Miss Purchas . The Society at Hill Court , the residence of Mr. that on the ground . of health he has not station has the sanction and approval of the and Mrs. Guy Trafford , on Tuesday . For the need for holidays to the same extent as Meteorological Office in London , which will tunately the weather was fine , after a wet his town cousin . accept and publish the records taken by the HIGH PRICE OF MUTTON . morning , and about 120 associates and mem- The question of amusements appeals to instruments .. bers were present , a largo party being driven some , and here again the town dwellers ap- In order to make the scheme complete in To THE EDITOR OF THE Ross Gazette . Sir - It may interest readers of your Before proceeding with the ordinary busi- from Ross in brakes . The proceedings com- pear to have the advantage with their picture every way , it is necessary to provide a fund menced with a service in Hom Church at palaces , etc. Yet , if considered ever so for telegraphing the reports each day to widely read and valuable paper to know that Mr. Fry found time in affectionate memory , from Mr. and Mrs. the Magistrates present were Mr. W. G : the Rev. R. T. A Money - Kyrle . The party gained by the healthy recreation of out- benefit of being included in the weather re- under 11 months old fetched the record price ness of the Court on Monday morning , when 2.30 , which was conducted by the Rector , briefly , the physical advantages which can be London , so that Ross may have the great , at the last Banbury Cattle Market 20 tegs to the public life of the district in which he With affectionate remembrance , from Mr. Bankes ( in the chair ) , and Mr. G. W. Davey , then drove on to Hill Court , where they were door games in contrast to the impure air of ports of the chief London and Provincial for the last quarter of a century of ninety- the Chairman said that since the last sitting accorded a most hearty welcome by Mr. and the crowded music hall , surely the country Daily Papers . A sum of about £ 10 per an- four shillings per head . of this Court , they had sustained a very Mrs. Guy Trafford , who also provided an as Guardian and Rural District Councillor With dear love to Uncle Gibby , from Eliza great loss on the Bench by the death of one excellent tea . The time was spent in inspect man is the gainer in the long run . num will be required , and it is very en- Townsend's 10 per cent . Nut Cake . At the Easter Fat Lamb Sale at Bath held Let landlords do their best to make the couraging to find that the Ross Traders ' From Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Matthews , Twy- Gibson Fry was very much respected , and grounds , while after tea various games were sufficient accommodation , and the farmers with advertising Ross as a health pleasure Gregory , Esq . , of Castle Coombe , Chippen- of their members . Mr. Gibson Fry . Mr. ing the beautifully laid out gardens and homes of the labourers comfortable with Association - a body primarily concerned on 6th April , our esteemed cnstoner , B. ford House , Shirehampton . was also very popular with the people not thoroughly enjoyed . continue to interest then : selves in the welfare resort and residential town - have accorded ham , obtained a first prize with this reason's From Mr. and Mrs. McCandlish and only in this immediate neighbourhood , but throughout the whole county . Miss Armitage read the report , which of their workers and their families , and , if their support to the scheme by giving a lambs , which were also fed on Townsend's He was showed that the Ross and Archenfield branch possible , make some increase of wages to generous donation to the fund . There are 10 per cent . Nut Cake and Lamb Food . duties whenever called upon , and which he eighteen parishes . They had over 250 mem- fair - minded labourer , will be contented and tific researches of the Meteorological Society quality of the Cake and Lamb Food , and no always ready to attend to his Magisterial was now doing a most successful work in the increased cost of living : then the many who take a keen interest in the scien- This is convincing proof of the excellent Pease carried out with great credit . He ( Mr. bers , with forty working and honorary the clouds now looming in the distance will who will , no doubt , be glad of the oppor- doubt those customers who have not given Bankes ) begged leave to move that a vate associates . The Girls Friendly Society in of condolence - be conveyed to the members the Hereford Diocese had raised over £ 40 to soon be dispersed . tunity to support this public - spirited effort these a trial will be sending us large orders . and their financial assistance will be most We would kindly ask intending purchasers welcome . family in the great loss they had sue- bert at Kipling , in the diocese of Qu'Appelle , Others would probably support to give us a few days ' notice , as this gratify- death , and that a copy of the same be re- situated . tained through his untimely and unexpected Canada , where the Railway Mission was the scheme so that our town may be kept ing success has made us so very busy . A largely attended meeting of the farmers abreast of the times , whilst landlords must R. TOWNSEND and CO . , Ltd. , corded on the minutes of this Court .. The local branch contributed £ 5 in the Ross district was held at the King's be closely interested in having an official and Stratford Mills . Stroud . 5s . to the fund . There was also a small Head Hotel , Ross , on Saturday , July 4th , to indisputable record made , showing the un- balance , which was banked , to be used when consider what attitude they should take with doubted advantages of our climate from a the church was built to provide altar vessels . regard to the demands made by the Workers ' residential point of view . In conclusion , Miss Armitage thanked Mr. The " observatory " equipment is as and Mrs. Guy Trafford for their kindness , mer be recommended to meet his men in- It was unanimously agreed that each far- follows : - which had afforded the members an oppor dividually and treat with them fairly and mometer . Minimum alcohol ditto . Hygro- Thermometers . - Maximum mercurial ther- tunity of spending such a pleasant two together amid such beautiful surround - liberally , with a generous recognition of the meter ( dry and wet bulb thermometers ) . inge . needs of the times . Mr. Fry proved himself an excellent repre- sentative . As a Guardian of the poor , he took a deep interest in the administration of relief , and no deserving case in his parish farver allowed to escape his notice , or be passed by without his support . As a mem- her of the Rural District Council , he was ever ready to lend the officials a hand . and In ever loving memory , form Hugo Elsie In affectionate memory . from Mrs. In loving remembrance , from Mrs. Otto , Thurloe Square , S.W. and the Misses Pease , Cote Bank Goldney House John any matters requiring attention in the parish With deepest sympathy , from the Staff at and relatives of the late Mr. Gibson Fry's purchase a site for the Church of St. Ethel- of Hentland were always noted and reported upon by Mr. Fry in his capacity as District Councillor . Therefore , through his death . the parish of Hentland with Hoarwithy has lost a real friend both in its public and social life . Mr. Gibson Fry was also a Justice of the Peace for the county of Hereford , and in this capacity he was always known to temper justice with mercy , and if possible In many to err on the side of leniency . other ways Mr. Gibson Fry proved himself His interest in most useful citizen . В With deep sympathy , from Nurse Young With affectionate remembrance , from Capt . T. Raymond Symons , Mrs. Symons , and Mr. E. Symons In much grief and deep sympathy , from Ser- vants at Mount Pleasant With deep regret , from the Servants at How Caple Grange In loving memory to a " Dear One , " from his " Old Nurse , " who loved him dearly With heartfelt sorrow , from Sir James and Lady Rankin and family , Bryngwyn With deepest sympathy , from Mr. and Mrs. Wyndham Smith . Aramstone From the Members of the Ross Harrier Hunt agriculture and the farming industry was fully manifested by his allowing himself to become , on one or two occasions . the presi- dent of the Harewood . End Agricnltriral Society , he being a vice - president of that Society at the time of his death . In politics Mr. Fry was a staunch Conservative , and in all the political battles that had been fought Castle With deep regret , from J. T. Hereford , Sufton Mr. and Mrs. de F. Pennefather , Kinnersley in South Herefordshire , of recent years , In sorrowing remembrance , from Mr. and he was ever ready to assist his party , Mrs. H. L. Lutwyche and to do what could to ensure In remembrance , Mr. and Mrs. Lennox B. the return of Captain P. A. Clive to Parliament . As a public man and a sports Lee , How Caple Court From Mr. and Mrs. Arthur W. Foster , Brockhampton Court Alexandra Day In Ross . MEETING OF ROSS FARMERS . Union . Next baturday , July 11th , Alexandra Day will be celebrated in Ross . Alexandra roses will be sold in the streets , and the profits , Mrs. Trafford distributed the awards for It was also unanimously agreed that the inge of every penny taken , will go to the Ross three of 21 years standing , and the party the Workers ' Union . which will amount to more than three - farth - long membership in the society , including farmers do not treat with their men through Cottage Hospital . taken , will go to the Ross dispersed about 6.45 p.m. July 11th is a little late to celebrate Alexandra Day , and some - not many , we think - will say : " That's is just like Ross , always behind . " As a fact the matter was taken up quite early enough to have had LOCAL CHARITIES . ROSS CHARITY TRUSTEES . BEVERE THUNDERSTORMS AT ROSS . The above are the most accurate instru- manufacture , and each instrument is accom- ments , procurable , of Negretti and Zambra's panied by a certificate from Kew Obesrvatory testifying to their absolute accuracy and reliability . Sunshine Recorder . TEMPERATURE AND RAINFALL . [ TAKEN AT CHASEDALE , Ross . ] Temperature Date . Rainfall in screen . 24 hrs . Max . Min . to 11 p.m. deg . deg . in . July 83 7 56-2 1-14 0-27 3 64 .. 51 .. 60 4 67 9 .. 39 9 .. 66-7 539 .. 18 " 66-2 .. 49 5 .. 0.13 67.8 .. 50.8 .. 0.03 72 3 .. 59-4 .. Total rainfall for June , 2 84 inches . Rain fell on 9 days , and the greatest fall , 1-50 , occurred on the 9th day of the month . in Ross culminating in severe thunderstorms Last week a heat wave was experienced From June 24th till July 2nd the shaded on Wednesday and Thursday . thermometer rose daily above 10 degrees , and on two occasions exceeded 80 degrees , To comply with the requirements of the Meteorological Office these instruments are fitted up in a shuttered screen ( to protect After a spell of intense heat at the early the thermometers from rain and solar rays ) , the celebration on the proper day , but Miss A meeting of the Ross Charity Trustees part of last week , Ross and the district , and mounted on four posts , so that the ther- C. May Beeman , the organising secretary , was held at Bank Offices , Ross , on Tuesday from various reports , the whole of the county mometer bulbs are just 4ft . above the grass . Raingauge . Negretti and through whom all the roses are supplied , last , when there were present the Rev. of Hereford was visited on Wednesday last Zambra's wrote to say that it was impossible for her the chair ) , Mr. J. Bailey , Mr. H. T. Blake , been known of recent years . The thunder as adopted by the Meteorological Society R. T. A. Money - Kyrle ( who was voted to by the severest thunderstorms that have " Snowden pattern , five inches in diameter , man . Mr. Gibson Fry was always most oblig- to supply the roses owing to the tremendous ing to the Press renresentatives , and was ever ready and willing to give any informa- With deep sympathy , from the Rev. Claude demand , and she suggested that Ross , in Mr. J. Brawn , Mr. W. E. Cole , Mr. B. was very deafening , the lightning most and British Rainfall Organization . Lighton , Mrs. Claude Lighton , and Miss common with many other towns ( towns as George B. Kemp ( Clerk ) . The Clerk report- two hours at a stretch . The severe storm gives precisely the same readings as the fore- Hankin , and Mr. F. W. Wintle , with Mr. vivid , while the rain fell in deluges for nearly tion he could to assist in getting complete N.B. - A second gauge is also in use , and Phyllis Taylor , Credenhill Rectory large as Swindon ) should hold its celebration and accurate reporting frequently the With deep sympathy , from Mrs. Claude later . As the Alexandra Rose is registered , ed that he had received 10. from Miss on the Wednesday was followed by a second going . contributed most interesting accounts of Cuthbert , and Miss Marjorie Cuthbert , and no other rose can be used , there was Harvey , Purland Chase , for the unendowed during the early hours of Thursday morning , The Campbell- rising to within a fraction of 84 degrees on " runs " with the South Herefordshire Bryn Garth almshouses account . The Clerk also reported and , this raged for over an hour . nothing for it but to act on Miss Beeman's that the roofs of Perrock's Almshouses were S6 voluminous was the rain on the Wed- corder officially recognised and adopted by The above figures are the official tempera- Hounds . Stokes " pattern , " being the only kind of re- Wednesday , the hottest day of the year . " No one was more popular with From Mr. R. C. B. Partridge , Bacton either the rich or poor , and by his death , the From Mrs. Mynde Allen and Capt . R. W. suggestion . Next Saturday is obviously the day for the in a very bad state . It was decided to accept nesday , that the drains in the low - lying parts the Meteorological Society , it has therefore tures as recorded at Chasedale . whole of the county of Hereford , but parti- cularly Ross and the South Herefordshire From Mr. and Mrs. Graham , Hilston Allen , Manor House , Upton Bishop Ross celebration . There are sports at the a tender from Mr. Alfred Bird for repairs of Ross town were quite insufficient to cope been decided to instal such instrument at During the severe storm of Wednesday Camp , an all - day cricket match at the Park , and as there are not sufficient . funds in hand with the flood of water which fell , with the Chasedale . afternoon , which lasted over two hours , 1.02 country has lost a true friend and one of the With deep sympathy , from Mr. and Mrs. and the July influx of visitors will be at its to cover the cost , to invite further subscrip- result that some of the streets and the pre- The records obtained by this instrument inches of rain fell , but the early morn- best of English sportsmen , as instanced by Frank Raymond , Morriston the large and very representative gathering From the Misses Larden , with deep regret height . Given favourable weather there will tions . mises in Brookend were flooded , much to the are good proof . " Faking " is impossible , ing storm on Thursday was not accompanied he a large number of people in Ross , and it from all parts of the county at the inter- From Mr. Cecil Moffatt , with sympathy , only remains for the townspeople to do their inconvenience of the inhabitants in that and the readings are of the greatest accuracy . by a very heavy fall or rain . Mr. W. E. Cole ( Chairman ) presided . An locality . In the country districts great loss being computable to within three minutes . Since Thursday cooler weather has set in , ment on Tuesday . Goodrich Court On behalf Mr. Gibson Fry's numerous part in order to make the first Ross Alex apology for absence as received from Mr. was sustained by the farmers , for in many The usual plan is to register the duration and the night temperature fell as low as 40 andra Day a great success . An appeal is E. S. Boissier . The Secretary produced the places the corn crops were laid low by the of bright sunshine in hours and tenths degrees on Friday morning . Wilkes , The Laskett made to all those who have flags and other accounts he had received for the quarter swell and heaviness of the rain , while the ( decimals ) . With deep sympathy and grief , from Mr. S. decorations to display them , and so make ending 80th June last but as numerous loss of valuable horses and cattle were re- The sunshine records have .to be Greatrex Yates and Miss Viva Yates , the town worthy of the day . tradesmen had not filled up the tickets ac ported from some quarters . sent up to Headquarters every month for Berkeley House , Ross This flower day , beside being a joyful cording to instructions the payment of the At Whitchurch , Mr. C. Edwards , of Old inspection , and the station visited annually with deep regret , from Mr. and Mrs. A. demonstration of loyalty and affection , has accounts was adjourned . The sum of £ 44 8s . Court Farm , lost two very valuable two- by an official of the Meteorological Society , 1st Battalion Herefordshire Regiment Blain , Brockhampton Cottage , Ross - on- other great advantages . It gives to all was distributed amongst 135 poor persons . year - old horses , for one of which he was who tests the instruments . Wye classes the opportunity of co - operating in a PYE'S AND ROBERTS BENEFACTION . offered over £ 60 when a colt , Mr. and Mrs. Cuthbert W. Foster , Elm - festival of homage and charity . All join in The Rev. R. T. A. Money - Kyrle was voted hurst . Brocklands , Avenue friends and acquaintances , we desire to con- vey , to his aged father , the Right Hon . Lewis Fry , and all the members of his family the deepest and most heartfelt sympathy in this their very sudden and unexpected bereavement . THE FUNERAL .. The interment of the late Mr. Francis Gibson Fry , J.P. , took place in that beauti- fully situated churchyard adjoining the ohurch at Hoarwithy on Tuesday afternoon , and the very large concourse of ladies and gentlemen from all over the county of Here- ford , as well as nearly the whole of the in- habitants of Hoarwithy , testified in a very marked degree of the esteem in which Mr. Gibson Fry was held by all classes . service , conducted by the Rev. R. D. Evans , Vicar of Hentland , assisted by the Rev. Scarlett Smith , the former Vicar of the parish , and the Rev. F. R. Green , Rector The of Turnastone , was a most impressive one . The beautiful church , which was erected by the late Rev. W. Poole , and which stande as In Kindest remembrance , from Mr. and Mrs. BAKER'S CHARITY . Specially prepared cards are used for ob- At Bernithan , the farm of Mr. Drinkwater taining such records , and the card is inse this great floral fete , and every loyal citizen to the chair . A cheque was drawn and two beautiful cows , both in milk and in calf , ed at dusk each day . re - will be eager to wear the emblem of charity . signed for £ 2 178. in repayment of amounts were killed by lightning . Mr. Drinkwater Mr. J. Parsons , who is voluntarily A number of ladies have been asked to at- paid to the inmates and for fire insurance says he would not have lost the cows for undertaking the duties of observer , has had £ 50 , as they were of a special strain and in valuable experience in meteorological science tend a meeting at the Ross Cottage Hospital premiums . on Thursday , and they will no doubt willing- the best of condition . A valuable cow , the at Eastbourne and Ventnor . I. ly respond property of Mr. Preece , of Ashe , was also prominent " stations " of the Meteorological killed . Reports have also come in that Office . Donations to the fund for publishing other cattle , sheep , and horses have been the daily records may be sent to Mr. F. J. killed in the vicinity . At any rate some Parsons , Chasedale , Ross , or to the Editor of the oldest inhabitants say they cannot re- of the " Ross Gazette , " and will be duly member such storms in which the thunder acknowledged in these columns . was so deafening And the lightning so vivid In kind remembrance and with sincere gret , from Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Roberts and Dollie , King's Thorne House From Mr. A. Cedric Foster , Attaché à In Legation de S.M. Britannique With deep regret , from Barbara With deep sympathy , from Mr. and Mrs. Weinholt In loving memory , from Mr. and Mrs. Dud- ley Smith and Lieut . - Col . R. A. Smith In remembrance of a dear friend , from Mr. and Mrs. George W. Davey , Lyston Court . Court In remembrance , from Mr. and Mrs. J. A. N. Booker , Woodfields , Ross The local secretary , pro . tem . , is Miss Fieldhouse , Ross Villa , Gloucester - road . HUNTING APPOINTMENTS OLAY'S SUBSCRIPTION OTTER HOUNDS Two German seamen , Frans Linnabuhr and Friday , July 10th ...... Mathorne Mill , h . Fahnnenbruch , were remanded at Grimsby , near Chepstow Dingestow on Saturday , suspected of complicity in the Tuesday , July 14th .. Monmouth Troy murder of a German gamekeeper in May last Friday , July 17th 11.0 8.0 in recent years . It was impossible to esti 9.15 mate what damage was sustained in the Ross during a poaching affray . They were tracked A minimum cap of 3s . will be taken from all district , which appears to have experienced from Immingham Dock . non - subscribers . the full force of the storms . PRINTING . All classes of commercial Printing at lowest cost for reliable work at the " Gazette " Office . - Advt . B COMPANY . PARADE . - The Company will parade a strong as possible on Friday next at 8 pm . harp on the Parade Ground , Wye - street . Drees : Drill Order , Service Drees . CONVEYANOE - A conveyance will be at the Wellington Inn , Upton Bishop , on Fri lay next , 715 pm to bring the detachment in for drill . MUSKETRY - The Company will practice for he Brigade Rifle Meeting on Saturday next , on he Rifle Range , Ross . All N.C.O. and Men of 1mmende a 2 pm the Company are requested to attend . Firing to DUTIES . - Corporal W , Bennett will parade at the Drill Hall , on Tuesday , 14th inst . at 8 p.m. , to drill Recruite R. GREATREX YATES ( Capt . ) , Commanding B. Company . |