Ross Gazette 10th September 1914 - Page 2
Ross Gazette 10th September 1914 - Page 2
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| Date | 10/09/1914 |
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| Type | Newspaper |
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| Language | English |
| Area | Ross Gazette |
| Collection Holder | Herefordshire Libraries |
| Date of Publication | 10th September 1914 |
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WANTED . ADVERTISEMENTS under this heading are inserted at the special prepaid rate of 94 words for la . Three insertions , s . BOARD - RESIDENCE , Two Rooms , WANTED in Ross by Gentleman . Moderate terms . - Fall particulars to Box 5 , Gazette Office , Ross : MRS . TRS . HERBERT wishes to reccom- mend a girl of 15 as NURSE - HOUSE- MAID . - Brookfield , Ross . House - Parlourmaid for Country ; also experienced Cook and Cook - General for Ross . DISENGAGED , experienced Housemaid , aged 24 ; General , aged 18 ; Cook , aged 37 ( no dairy ) . -Apply , Mrs. DAVIS , Domestic Bazaar , Ross - on- Wye . G WOOD TRONERS WANTED . -Ap- ply , Ross SANITARY LAUNDRY Co. , Ltd. PUBLIC NOTICES . NOTICE is hereby given , that Mr. H. GODWIN has CLOSED his OFFICE at 17 , High - street , Ross - on - Wye . All communications now to 5 , Union - street , Hore- ford . FRANCIS GIBSON FRY , DECEASED . Pursuant to the Law of Property Amendmen Aot , 1859 . Νο late of Mount OTICE is hereby given that all Creditora and other persons having any CLAIMS or DEMANDS against the ESTATE . Pleasant , Hoarwithy , in the county of Here- ford , Esquire , deceased ( who died on the 4th day of July , 1914 , and Letters of Adminis- tration of whose Estate were granted by the Principal Registry of the Probate Division of His Majesty's High Court of Justice on the 17th day of August , 1914 , to The Right Honourable Lewis Fry , P.C. ) , are hereby re- quired to send the particulars , in writing , of their Claims or Demands to us , the under- trator , on or before the 10th day of October next , after which date the said Adminis- RRAND BOY WANTED . - Apply , signed , the Solicitors for the said Adminis- E. TURNER and Co. , High - street . MART ERRAND BOY WANTED . - trator will proceed to distribute , the assets of SMART PRANDO Ex , Row . WANTED , CARTER - Apply , INDIA W and CHINA TEA Co , 33 , High - street , Ross . HEPHERD - WORKMAN WANTED : aleo GENERAL WORKMAN . Good wages Cottages provided . - Apply , to suitable men . CORBISHLEY , Eccléswall Court , Ross . W VANTED , BOY or MAN able to Plough live in preferred . - ELLIOTT , Peterstow , Ross . WANTED W to put Shropshire or Radnor EWES TO HALVES . - W . Gazette Office , Ross . то TO BE LET . ADVERTISEMENTS under this heading are inserted at the special prepaid rate of 34 words for la . Three ' nsertions , a . 10 LET large BEDROOM and SIT- TING ROOM , near Ross ; beautiful Bcenery , healthy , near Church and Post Office . Apply , WYE , " " Gazette Office , Ross . ORN EXCHANGE , ROSS . - Two con- venient ROOMS ( 30ft . by 15ft . and 18ft . by 18ft . ) may be Rented cheaply , either as Offices or for occasional Committee or other Meetings ; Dancing or Music Classes . - Apply , COOPER and PREECE , Ross . the said deceased amongst the persons en- titled thereto , having regard only to the Claims and Demands of which he shall then have had notice ; and he will not be liable for the assets of the said deceased , or any part thereof , so distributed to any person or per- sons of whose Claims or Demands he shall not then have had notice . Dated this 24th day of August , 1914 . ABBOT , POPE , and ABBOT , Shannon Court , Bristol , Solicitors for the said Administrator . ROSS UNION . CONTRACTS FOR SUPPLIES . HE GUARDIANS invite TENDERS The supply of the undermentioned Articles for six months from the 1st day of Octo- ber , 1914 , to the 31st day of March , 1915 . MEAT . CLOTHING . GROCERIES . BROOMS & BRUSHES . COKE . BREAD , CAKE , & FLOUR . STEAM COAL . 100 TONS HOUSE COAL , delivered in one or more consignments . Samples of Bread and Cake must be submitted . Samples of Groceries , Soaps , Brooms & Brushes may be seen on application to the Master of the Workhouse . Forms of tender with fall directions may be obtained on application to the undersigned . Tenders must reach my offices not later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday , the 16th instant . The lowest or any tender will not necessarily ASHFIELD PARK , Ross . Convenient be resepted , and the Guardians reserve to them- selves right to accept a tender either in whole or in part . ) By order , .. RESIDENCE , healthiest and pleasantest situation . Apply , Messrs . COLLINS , Solicitors , Rosa . HOUSE TO LET in Wye - street , Ross , late in the occupation of Mrs. Martha Smith , now being papered , painted , & c . - Apply , GEORGE B. KEMP , Bank Offices , Rose . Over - Ross . T Immediate , possession - Apply , W. J. REMS , Ross . SEMI - DETACHED . Immediate posses- mere . Moderate rent . Bion . Apply , F. J. KEMP , Cherrington . WYEBANK , Wilton , TO LET , mile Irom Ross , on River ; three Reception Rooma , Six Bedrooms . To view , apply , Messrs . Peachey Bros. , opposite ; further particulars from A. BODEN , Estate Office , Much Dewehurch , Hereford . Con- Modern venient Six - roomed House . drainage . Rent , £ 13. - T . , 64 , St. Augustine's- road , N.W. HOLMDALE , Archenfield . - NOTTAGE , with Garden , TO LET at Co Weston - under - Penyard , near Ross . Imme- diate possession . -Apply , GEORGE B. KEMP , House Agent , Ross . NEAR ROSS , LOWER CLEEVE FARM , of 40 aores , with or without ad- ditional land of 17 acres , Wye Meadows , from 2th September . - Apply Messrs . COLLINS , Solici- Bora , Rosa . YE MEADOW LAND . - 17 Acres J. FRED . ARNOLD , Clerk to the Guardians . Union Offices , Ross . 7th September , 1914 . OATS WANTED . THE ROSS ROYAL HOTEL CO . , Limited , invite TENDERS for the supply of TWENTY - FIVE QUARTERS of OATS . WEDNESDAY , 16th SEPTEMBER , 1914 , to GEORGE KEMP , Secretary , Bank Offices , Ross . " KYRLE " PICTURE PALACE , ROSS . Special Engagement of on B. THE ROSS GAZETTE THURSDAY , SEPTEMBER 10 , 1914 . PUBLIC NOTICES . -G.W.R. EXCURSIONS . SATURDAY , SEPTEMBER 12th . To LONDON , for 1 , 3 , or 8 Days . Leave Hereford , 6.15 a.m .; Ross , 6.44 ; Mitchel- dean Road , 6.54 a.m. THURSDAY , SEPTEMBER 17th . To LONDON , for HALF - DAY , 3 , ' or & Days . Leave Hereford , 11.30 a.m .; ROBB , 11.50 ; Mitcheldean Road , 12 noon . For details , see bills or send postcard to stations or offices . FRANK POTTER , General Manager . To Avoid Distress . At times like sary for resi- locally as much order that the kept here , and * distress . as possible , in labour may be R these it is neces- dents to deal E D so avoid much RED CROSS A. J. KIDDLE , PLACE , has of month of Sep- 5 % off all orders Branch of Red from new Cus- have previously Town . This keeping his large Tailors fully CROSS of 7 , MARKET- ered during the tember to give ( to the Local Cross Society ) tomers who dealt out of the should assist in staff of skilled employed . Stop at Brown's ! FOR NEW POTATOES ( Reasonable Prices ) . ( Fresh arrivals daily ) , also ENGLISH TOMATOES and CUCUMBERS LEMONS , ORANGES , and BANANAS Reasonable . FRESH FISH Daily . ICE Sapplied in large or small quantities . supplied . All kinds of SALT kept in stock , Trade CLIVE and VERA W.J. BROWN In Comedy Scena " The Squire and the Dairy- maid , " introducing Life - size Mechanical Cow and other effects , Clever Patter , Singing and Dancing . PICTURES . DURING THE WEEK 1st HEREFORDSHIRE BATTALION TRAINING AT OSWESTRY . W TO LET from 29th September . Apply , " B " Company is shown prominently on the film . Messrs . COLLINS , Ross . SALES BY PRIVATE CONTRACT ADVERTISEMENTS under this heading are inserted at the special prepaid rate of 24 words for 18. Three insertions , 26 . SMALL FARM FOR SALE , contain- ing House , Buildings , about 14 acres of good September 10.to 12 . HIS HOUR OF TRIUMPH ( Feature , 3,000 ft . ) PATHE'S GAZETTE and other Films . Star Engagement of THE DELROYS In their Miniature Negro Musical Speciality and Refined Ethiopian Grotesque Dancing . PICTURES . September 14-16 . Land , Arable and Orcharding . Close station , THE THREE SHADOWS ( Feature , 3,000ft . ) Mitcheldean Road . - JONES , Norton Farm , Lea . Bailey , Ross . BUILDING ALLOTMENTS on the Ryefield , Hillfield , and Greytree Estates , Ross . Full particulars of JOHN BRAWN , House and Estate Agent , Ross . BIBBY'S CREAM EQUIVALENT CALF MEAL holds the premier position SPECIAL WAR FILM , BRITAIN'S BID FOR SUPREMACY . PATHE'S GAZETTE and other Filme . September 17-19 . LOVE IS BLIND ( Feature Film , over 3000ft . ) SPECIAL WAR FILM , Wholesale and Retail FISH , FRUIT , & POTATO MERCHANT HERRING CURER , & c . 54 , Over Ross Street , Ross . Telegrams - Brown , F.M , Ross . ' Phone 69 T.A. WATKINS CHIMNEY SWEEP , NEW 45 , STREET , Ross - on - Wye . Soliciting your kind patronage and support . All Orders promptly attendedto . PUBLIC NOTICES . TRAIN SERVICE . - Attention is called to the alter Death of Rev. H. L. Whatley cote . Newent ; Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Ellis tion in the time table commencing from Monday last . The following trains will run on Thursdays only : 5 p.m. Ross to Monmouth , and 6.2 p.m. South Wales Mounted Brigade from Monmouth to Ross . Field Ambulance . ROYAL ARMY MEDICAL CORPS . TERRITORIAL FORCE . 6 Officers , His first Rectory Clifton and Mildred Alway , Kil- and family ; Kate Masefield ; C. and E. Mc Cain ; Tommy , Gerty , and Ernest Goodwin ; OVER FORTY YEARS RECTOR OF Denys and Queenie ; the Misses Atherton ; ASTON INGHAM . Harry and Mabel ; and Charlie ; E. E. H. Ross FEAST BUNDAY . - Sunday next ( Sept. 13th ) It is with , the deepest regret that we have Taynton ; Nancye ; Dr. and Mrs. Joshua , is the anniversary of the dedication of our Parish to place on record the death of the Rev. Malvern the Church Choir ; Nellie Taylor ; Church . The services throughout the day will Joan ; Charlie and Lisa ; Mr. and Mrs. Ton Henry Lawson Whatley , for 41 years rector bear a special festival character , and the sermon Hooper : R. and M. A. Sysum ; Parishioners of the Crews and Barrel Lane Office staff . at 11 am , will be preached by the Rev. J. A. 8. of Aston Ingham , Ross , which occurred early on Thursday morning , after a very long ill- Griffiths , formerly Ourate of RoBB . ness , at the advanced age of 77 years . The Shenstone , Malvern ; Aston Ingham school COTTAGE HOSPITAL . - The committee gratefully deceased , who graduated at University Col- teachers and children ; Mrs. Humpherson ; C acknowledge the following : -Vegetables and fruit lege , Durham , where he took his B.A. degree Goodwin ; R. and A. Lewis and family ; Lawsie and Florence ; A. E. Burgum : Mr. and Mrs. from Goodrich Harvest Festival , plums from in 1859 , was ordained deacon in 1861 and Carpenter and May ; Mrs. Watkins , Cold- Mrs. With ( Bollitree ) , pears from Mrs. Little- priest in 1862 by the then Bishop of Wor- cester ( the late Dr. Phillpott ) . ridge ; L. and W. Dally ; Charlie and Norah , dale , peaches and plums from Mrs. Inglefield , The Priory , Ledbury ; Mrs. St. Vincent . apples from Mr. Briscoe ( Glowstone Court ) Mr. curacy was at White Ladies , Aston , and he was afterwards appointed curate - in - charge Beechey : Mrs. Baldwin ; Mr. and Mrs. Ever Selwyn Jones , Mr. Davis ( Glewatone ) . ard de Peyer ; Fanny Jones : Mr. and Mrs MARQUEES AND TENTS FOR HIRE . - Tents of Fladbury . He was presented to the rec- ARE REQUIRED AT ONCE for all purposes - Flower Shows , Bales , Gar - tory of North Piddle , Worcestershire , in Weale and Mr. and Mrs. S. Pride ; The Has 1864 , and to the vicarage of Dormston , in Mrs. Taylor , Kilcote ; etc. den Parties , Weddings , Camping Out ; and the same county , in 1868 , both of which Tabling , Seating , Walling Canvas , Flags , benefices he held jointly until 1878 , when he Lamps , rew Cane Seat Chairs , etc.-A. E. became rector of Aston Ingham . It is an in- and R. DREW , Tent Contractors , Ross . Es - teresting fact that three members of the Whatley family have held the living for over SOUTH HEREFORDSHIRE HOUNDS . - In the a hundred years in succession , both Mr. absence of the Master , Mr. W. Smith , the Whatley's father and grandfather having hon . secretary , writes that the hounds have been rector there for extended periods . The started cubbing and have already accounted deceased married a daughter of the late Mr. for three foxes , and that hunting will be Benjamin Hooke , of Norton Hall , Worcester- carried on as far as possible through the shire . season should circumstances permit . " BURBERRY " CLIENTS in the district 2 Dispensers , and 100 Smart Men , Between the age of 17 and 35 years , for the above Unit . Men enlisting for either Home or General Service may be discharged at the end of the War . Apply to Sergt . Major E. WING , R.A.M.O. , The Barracks , Hereford . Miss Lilian M. Sharman , L.R.A.M. VISITS AND RECEIVES Pupils for the Pianoforte . Papila prepared for all Exams . if desired . Terms on application . Acacia Villa , Ross . Day and Boarding School VILLA , For Girls above 9 Years , at GREENLAND WHITCHURCH . Principal Mrs. COLE , B.A. Modern Education . Preparation for all Terms Moderate . Examinations . timates free . can place their orders with Mesars . Watch su- and Son , Ross , who are " Burberry " thorised agents for both ladies ' and gentle- men's goods , and keep a full set of patterns of all their specialities - Weather - proof Gar- ments , Sporting Garments , Gamefeather Tweed , and other Suitings , etc. , thus getting expert advice and also saving the trouble of a personal visit to their showrooms . SPECIAL CONSTABLES WANTED . Up to the present there has been a splendid response in the Ross district to the appeal for special constables . Supt . Broad informs us that he has already got the names of between 70 and 80 suitable men , but he wants some 30 or 40 others , and those wishing to serve in this force should communicate with him or call at Ross Police Station as early as pos- Further names of those gentlemen who will loan their motor cars or motor cycles for conveying men or messages from on place to another will also be greatly wel- comed by Supt . Broad . Those who cannot volunteer for active service in the army may do a good service to their country by joining the special constables . sible . ROSS SECONDARY SCHOOL sary services of the above church were held from 8 to 18 . GOOD EDUCATION for BOYS and GIRLS , PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT for Junior Boys and Girls . FEES : £ 2 5s . per term , including Books and Stationery . STAFF . HEAD MASTER : Mr. A. E. Barker ,. B.A. , B.Sc. , F.C.S. SENIOR MISTRESS : Miss E. E. Davies , B.A. ASSISTANT MASTERS : Mr. D. R. Nicholas , B.A. , and Mr. J. S. Hawkes ( Lond . Univ . ) ASSISTANT MISTRESS : Miss S. E. Hughes , B.A. COOKERY : Miss D. A. Dicketts . WOODWORK : Mr. H. A. de Jong . NEXT TERM commences Thursday , 17th September , at 10 a.m. Prospectus from the Head Master , or Mr , J. Fred Arnold , Clerk , Union Offices , Ross . Marriage . PEARRSON - SPEAR . - September 2 , at St. Mary's Church , Kingston , Somerset , by the Rev. A. G. Tomlin , M.A. , Vioar , Ernest Noël , youngast Bon of the late George Pearson , architect and Furveyor , Ross , and Mrs. Pearson , Kingsholm , Gloucester , to Elossie , second daughter of John H. Spear , The Boweys , Kingston . Meath . WHATLEY . On September 3 , the Rev. H. L. Whatley , for 41 years Rector of Aston Ingham , Ross , Herefordshire , aged 77 years . A. W. URSELL , Waterloo Monumental Worke 10 , CANTILUPE - ROAD , ROSS . SOLE AGENT for this District for the beautiful SILVER - GREY CORNISH GRANITE . These Monuments supplied at about Hali the Price of other Granites . Established 23 Years . W. G. STORR - BARBER , TOB among all the Call Foods in the World . Com . CAPTURED BY A GERMAN CRUISER . Immediate Cash Advances . BEST MONUMENTAL WORK plete satisfaction guaranteed and prompt de- livery given . Price 15s . per owt . carriage paid . Rosa Cattle and Corn Mrrketa attended . - Apply , DOUGLAS SMITH , Monmouth . MOTHERS . - Every IMPORTANT TO M Realin and cleanlinees of her Child should use HARRISON'S " RELIABLE " NURSERY POMADE . One application kille a Nits and Vermin , beautifies and strengthens the Hair . In Tins , 4. and 9d . Postage , 1d . - GEO . W. HARRISON , Chemist Reading . Sold by Chemists . Agent for Ross , H. HART ( late T. MATTHEWS ) , Chemist . ISAAC DOWNING , CHIMNEY SWEEP AND FLUE CLEANER By appointment to H.M. Board of Works . IBAAO DOWNING is my well - known name , Fer sweeping chimneys extol'd by fame ; With machine and attendance by my side P'll sweep your chimneys , be they straight or wide ; From a castle to a cottage I will attend On the shortest notice from each friend . Good Soet I've always to sell , Which will suit all farmers well ; Then send your carts and load quick . From my soot - house rick . THEOPHILUS DOWNING , 18AAO DOWNING ( SENIOR ) , " Some men can break stones but not out diamonds . " Observe the address , 48 , NEW - STREET , PATHE'S GAZETTE and other Films . LOOK OUT ! September 21 to 26 . JACK DAINTON'S CONCERT PARTY " THE WELLANDS " INCLUDING GEO . SYLVESTRE , the Sooiety Conjuror and Entertainer . Doors opon at 7.30 p.m. Commence at 8 . Matinees Saturdays at 3. Doors open 2.80 . Two Evening Performances Saturday 6.30 and 8.30 . Doors open at 6 and 8 . Prices : 1a . , 6d . , and 3d . LAMBS ! LAMBS ! Beware of Tapeworm . Prevention better than Care . Drench with the Never - failing LAMBLIN . 8/6 per gallon . Three gallons , 22/6 LAMTABS . 200 Tablets , 1/6 ( by post 1/8 ) . SKORIN A SPECIFIC For SCOUR in CALVES . - A most successful Drench , and well recommended . THE LONDON AND PROVINCES DISCOUNT COMPANY , Ltd. , pre - eminently he leading establishment of its kind in the ngdom - lend large sums of money daily to classes Among the ad- vantages offered b . the Company , the follow- ing deserve attention : - No preliminary charges whatever ; the despatch with which advances are completed ; the low rates of interest charged ; the system of small repay- ments extending over a period . - Address all applications ( in the strictest confidence ) to The Manager , W. SHIRLEY , 48 , STOKES OROFT , BRISTOL ; or to local agent , Mr. GURNEY , 101 , East Street , Hereford . An opportunity is offered young ladies and gentlemen age from 15 to 25 to engage in a lucrative and patriotic business which will produce a steadily increasing income . Without previous experience many of our assis- tants are earning from £ 3 to £ 5 per week . Apply by letter for full particulars to ANGLO - SAXON PUBLISHING CO . , 34 , BISHOPSGATE , LONDON , E.C. TOBACCO CIGARS ! CIGARETTES ! Every known Brand at Manufacturers ' own List Prices . Endless variety of Tobacconists ' Fancy Goods and Shop Fittings The Trade only supplied Opening orders a Speciality , Send for Price List to SINGE TON & Cor.E. Ltd. Cannn St. Rrmingham RATS , MICE , COOK- . MOLES , ROACHES and BEETLES greedily es Trial Bottle , 1/6 ; Half - gall . , 6 / - ; Gallon , 10/6 . Harrison's " Reliable " Rat Poison . Cats and RUBRUM DRENCH , Dogs will not touch it . Vermin dry up and leave no smell . Prioes 6d . , 18. , 28. 3d , and 38. 8d . Reading . Bold by Chemists . Agent for Ross , H. HART ( late T. MATTHEWS ) . Obemist . For Feverish Colds , Chills , Blackwater , and after Postage , 2d.-G. W. HARRISON , Chemist , Calving Drench ; also a useful Purge . Such Drench should be in every Homestead . 1 / - each ; 10 / - per doz . AQRUBRENS , A noted Redwater Oure ; an improved compound from an old farrier's receipt ... 1 / - each ; 10 / - per dozen . BOLE MANUFACTURER- JOHN FROST . AGRICULTURAL CHEMIST , MONMOUTH LEARNER'S FOOT - ROT CURE Best in the World . Tins , 1/6 each.- gent , A. PORTER , Ohemist , Ross . DEFEND YOUR HOMES ! Every old Soldier or Volunteer should ENROL in the the NATIONAL RESERVE , a pro- Government perly constituted Force , IN ALL ITS BRANCHES . SATISFACTION GUARANTEED , ESTIMATES FREE . WORKS { ROSS ( LATE OVERTON ) . LEOMINSTER ( ESTAB . 1840 ) . Funeral Furnishing : Fanerals quietly and efficiently conducted , with due regard to economy . Competent Management . Personal Attendance . Mourning Orders Receive prompt attention : Every requisite supplied . Bunning & Sowersby Funeral Directors , ( Ltd. ) , 2 , MARKET PLACE , ROSS . Telephone - 38 . Telegrams- " Bunning - Sowersby , Ross . " LOCAL NEWS . Ross WESLEYAN CHURCH . - The anniver- on Sunday last , when the services were con- ducted by the Rev. C. Lumsden , the newly- appointed superintendent Minister . There were good congregations , and the collections were in aid of the Trust funds . On Tues- day a public tea and recognition meeting was held , at which there were present the Rev Pickard , of Chepstow ; the Rev. Foster Taylor , of Monmouth ; the Rev. W. A. Powicke , the Rev. J. W. Kettle , and the officers of the church , and Mr. Robson , the new Home Mission Evangelist . A hearty welcome was extended to the Rev. C. Lums- den and Mr. Robson . A public anniversary meeting took place in the chapel in the even- ing , over which Mr. T. J. Guy presided , and addresses were given by the Rev. Pickard , Mr. Henry Southall , Mr. Robson , and the Rev. C. Lumsden . The meetings throughout were very hearty , and most encouraging . PICTURE PALACE AN excellent pro- gramme of pictures is being shown at the Picture Palace tiñis week , including a special film showing the Herefordshire , Territorials training at Oswestry . " B " Company figures prominently on the film , which gives an idea of the life the Territorials are living , and should be seen by everyone . The film will be exhibited during the whole of the week . The turn is provided by Clive and Vera , who are clever and amusing entertain- ers . Exceptional attractions are announced for next week , the pictures including two special and by and Captured by a Ger- war films , " Britain's Bid for : Supremacy , " man Cruiser . The Delroys in a negro musical comedy is the variety turn . For the following week Jack Dainton's concert party ,, " The Wellands , " have been secured , party will undoubtedly prove a very great featuring seven artists , and this popular attraction . The stage at the Palace has been recently extended , and affords ample accommodation for concert parties . See advertisement for other particulars . His never failing kindness and valuable advice will be remembered by many , and no one in trouble ever came to him in vain , truly it may be said of him , " He was a man . 12 The Schools were built by him , and re- tained as Church Schools , it being one of the chief works of his life to keep them 60. In 1890-91 , he thoroughly restored the church , making it the beautiful building it now is , and only a few months before his illness , his last wish was granted to him , heing able to place in the church an organ . Ross Officer in Togoland , A cablegram has been received by Mr. F. S. Collins , Lincoln Hill , stating that his son . Lieut . Collins , was wounded during the fighting in Togoland in the thigh and knee , and is progressing satisfactorily . The fol- engagement in which Lieut . Collins lowing letter was written six days before the wounded . was " Agbelofe , Togoland , 16/8/14 . We fetched up at Lome and stopped there for two days , living on the fat of the land- champagne . wines , beer , and food , all of which had been left behind by the Germans in their hurry . After that my company pushed on in advance of our column to here . We had rather a had time , marching day and night , and for nearly three days I had no sleep and practically no food . When we got here the Germans made a very determined attack on us , day and night , but we gav them a pretty bad knock , killing their colonel and wounding two of their white officers . Nearly all their black soldiers deserted them then . and we must have gained a certhin amount of prestige . Altogether we had rather a ticklish time , as they had double our men and the rest of our column were a Now the whole of our column is day away . here , and I am glad to say we are going to have two or three days rest while stores . etc. , are brought up . I was rather lucky with my ventures . About 4 a.m. , while we were on our way here , a German train passed down the line . I put a large iron girder across it , and when it came back they went an awful smash , and there were quite a lot of with 15 German prisoners . And feeling very fit and well , and will try and get a letter to you every week . " " For very many years the late Mr. Whatley took an exceptionally keen interest in the administration of the Poor Law , an dup to the time of his illness was one of the most regular attendants at the meetings of the Ross Board of Guardians , where he served as Chairman of the House Committee , fulfilling that office with credit not only to himself but to the whole Board . He was also a most useful member of the Ross Rural District Council , and no matter affecting the dis- triet he represented was allowed to pass his notice . The Rev. Whatley first became a Guardian of the Poor for Aston Ingham when that parish was attached to Newent Union , on April 8th , 1876 , and he was then elected Chairman of the Board on April 28th , 1881. He was elected Chairman of the New - soldiers on board it . I also got another train . ent Rural District Council on January 3rd . 1895. On April 5th , 1910 , the members of the Board and officers presented Mr. What ley with his portrait , to be hung in the Boardroom , a silver salver , and an alu- minium address in recognition of his long period as Chairman , and as a token of the respect and esteem in which he was held , VOTE OF CONDOLENCE . At last Thursday's meeting of the Ross Board of Guardians , Mr. Power stated that the Rev. Whatley had passed away that morning . As he was formerly a very active member of the Board , he thought they should pass a resolution conveying a vote of condolence to the members of the late Mr. Whatley's family . He would pro pose that that be done . Mr. Cooper seconded , and said that he was most attentive to his duties . Mr. Collins said Mr. Whatley was a splen- did specimen of a Guardian , and was quite unequalled on that Board . This was carried in silence . Mr. Preece added that the Rural District Council would also like to be associated with that expression of sympathy . THE FUNERAL . In the brilliant sunshine of a September afternoon , was laid to rest the loved Rector mourning family , his many friends , and lov- of Aston Ingham , in the presence of his ing parishioners . The beautiful church was filled to its utmost capacit , over - flowing into the churchyard , showing the love and es- teem in which he was held . Rich and poor , bute of respect to one who had lived his old and young coming to pay their last tri- simple kindly life amongst them for 41 years . The service was conducted by the Venerable Archdeacon of Hereford , the Rev. E. Win- nington Ingram , and Canon Connor , Rector of Newent , who read the opening sentences , and the lesson . The coffin was met at the B Company at Northampton church gates by the choir and clergy , the Rev. C. L. Buee conducting the procession . In the church , the 23rd Psalm was sung , and Hymns 221 and 428 , Mr. Ellis presiding at ed , the Nunc Dimittis was beautifully sung the organ . On the procession being reform- at the Gloria , all moving out to the west door into the churchyard through a pathway lined by school children and parishioners to the beautiful grave prepared for him by lov- ing hands . The committal and the grace was said by the Archdeacon . At the end the choir sung Hymn 13 , and so in the quiet churchyard he was left under the shadow of the church he loved so well . LETTER FROM CAPTAIN R. G. YATES . The following letter has been received from Captain R. G. Yates by the Clerk to the Ross Urban Council , in reply to the re- solution passed at the last meeting of the Council . The Position In Belgium . A LETTER FROM DISTRESSED BELGIUM . A lady residing near Ross sends us the translation of a deeply pathetic letter from a friend in Bruges . dam , -We have been deeply moved and " Bruges , August 26th , 1914. - Dear Ma- touched by the proofs of sympathy which your charming letter has just brought us . during the most unhappy time which we have passed through since this wicked war has troubled the calm and peace in which we have been living in our dear little Bel- gium who finds herself at this moment al- ready so depopulated , so lamentably ravaged these Uhlans , who seem to rise upon us from by the horrors and cowardly barbarisms of the depths of hell , and who have not yet finished their exploits ; and all these are added to the inevitable disasters which war in a country so feebly armed in comparison But we to our enemies must bring forth . cradle ourselves in the hope that our bro- thers , the English and French , will aid us with their strong hands till the end , and that our neutrality will be restored to us soon with victory ! Thank you , dear Madam , for all the encouraging words which fill your letter . Let us pray God to answer the sup- plications which all our people raise daily to Him , for it is by a miracle only that we dare hope to recover our prosperity , so lost for the moment . Let us wait and hope ! again have the honour of a visit from you Let us hope also that one day we shall to Belgium , when we shall be able to press your hands warmly , repeating again and again in humble expression of our gratitude . Englishmen , we thank you - a thousand times we thank you ! Accept , dear Ma- dam , my respectful compliments , Ross Council Schools . SWIMMING COMPETITION . In order to encourage scholars to become proficient in swimming , the Managers gener- 1st Bn . Herefordshire Regt . ously subscribed out of their own pockets enough money to provide some liberal prizes . Northampton . which were competed for on the 5th inst . Sept. 6th , 1914 . after afternoon school . The races were con- Dear Mr. Davies , Will you kindly con- tested at the customary bathing place in vey to the Urban District Council of Ross brilliant weather , and before a goodly num- the hearty thanks of the officers , non - com- The procession was formed at the Rectory ber of spectators . The winners of the side- missioned officers , and men of " B " Coy . gates . The chief mourners were Mrs. What - stroke event were Wilf . Pugh ( 1 ) , Reg . Han- for the resolution which you forwarded to Tey , widow ; Miss F. J. Whatley , Miss M. kins ( 2 ) , and M. Clark ( 3 ) , the first - named me . I read it out on parade , and it was Whatley , daughters ; Mr. H. L. Whatley , being scratch man . In the " Swimming on gladly received as voicing the thoughts of Malvern ; Rev. C. L Whatley , Aston Ing- the back " race , Pugh again led the van , the representatives of our friends at home . ham ; Rev. F. L. Whatley , Worcester ; Dr. Jno . Lewis and Wm . Christopher being All are eagerly awaiting the order to go J. L. Whatley , Knowle ; Mr. W. D. What second and third respectively . The " Breast- to the Front , and whatever happens you ley , Hastings , Mrs. Masefield ( sister ) , Mr. C. stroke race was closely contested : Clarke can rest assured that " B " Coy . will do B. ' Masefield , Master Charles L. Whatley ( 1 ) ; White Wm . ( 2 ) ; Pugh ( 3 ) . On the con- its utmost to maintain the honour of Ross . ( grandson ) , Mrs. C. L. Whatley ( daughter clusion of the races , the Rector of Ross Yours sincerely , in - law ) , Miss Hooke and Miss E. R. Hooke handed each winner a voucher , which entitl- ( sisters - in - law ) , Mr. and Mrs. C T. B. Hooke ed him to select from the stock of Mr. T. ( nephew and niece ) , Nurse Harding , Dr. Hig- gins , Dr. Johnstone , maids from the Rectory , Mr. Tooth , Mr. W. Cook , Mr. J. T. All ford , Mr. Eckley , Mr. A. Brooks , Mr. Rod- way , Mr. R. Pearce , Mr. J. Pearce , Mr. H. Hunt , Mr. " Will and Mrs. Watkns , TRAINING . Haynes , " Mr. Scott , Mr. J. Clark , Mr. Joe Aubrey The Magistrates and Newent and The Herefordshire Regiment is at presen District Council were represented by the fol- billeted in Northampton , and the following lowing : -Col . Noel , Mr. St. John Ackers , graphic story of the daily work of our local Mr. Conder , Mr. Cloke , Mr. L. Smith , Mr. Terriers appeared in " The Times " on A. Jones , Mr. W. S. Hankins , Dr. Leslie , Tuesday : - Holloway , Mr. Tunnicliffe , Mr. Bellamy , Mr. Northampton is one of the several Midland Dr. Smelt , Mr. Trubstham , Mr. W. H. Price , towns on which troops are at present being and many others , and a touching incident billeted on a large scale , and nothing could was a group of old men who walked from R. GREATREX YATES , Capt . SOLDIERS AS PAYING GUESTS . 16,000 WELSH TERRITORIALS IN Sainsbury , goods to the value of 3s . , 2s . , or 1s . , according to the prize won . Half of this value will be added also in money to each hoy's prize , when it is handed to him publicly at school at the end of this week . LOCAL WEATHER RECORDS . be better than the demeanour of household- Newent Workhouse to pay their last tribute Sept. 2 ers of all classes in face of the sudden arrival of respect . of uninvited but very welcome guests . CHASEDALE OBSERVATORY . Observer - Mr . F. J. PARFONE . * Temperature " Bright Rainfall in . Date . in soreen . Max . Min . Bon- 24 hra . shine to 9 am . deg . deg . hours . 76-0 47-1 11 6 3 .. 797 49-0 96 " 4 73 1 51 5 " " " .. 9-4 5 .. 64 2 . 547 .. 03 6 .. 72 1 43 3 10-9 7 75-6 46-2 8.0 " " 8 .. 748 58-5 .. 7-1 " 0.01 ⚫ Kew - tested thermometers . All instruments approved by the Meteorological Office . Campbell - Stokes Sunshine Recorder . Taken as a whole , August proved a very In . the church were Mr. and Mrs. Power , The outward and visible sign of this mili- Mr. and Mrs. Conder , Miss Masefield , the tary occupation is a chalk mark on the front Misses Hutchinson , Mr. Marshall ( Gayton ) , wall of a house , giving the name of the offi- Mr. A. Onslow , the Misses Atherton , Mrs. cers or the number of the men who are billet- Carrodus , Mr. Brandt , Mr. J. Bennett , Mr. ed within . There are whole streets in North- J. Stephenson , Rev. W. Probyn , Rev. C. ampton in which every house has its chalk Barratt , Rev. Dickson , Rev. W. Newsholme , mark . There are about 20,000 houses in the Mrs. A. Weale , Mr. S. Price , Mrs. Bourton , town , and as the Welsh Territorial Division , the Misses Sterry , etc. , etc. The clergy robed comprising 16,000 men , with 7,000 horses , were Canon Park ( Highnam ) , the Rev. C. has been sent here for training , there is ob- L. C. Buée ( Lea ) , Rev. R. A. Lyne , Rev. viously not much margin for spare beds . The N Hatherley ( Linton ) , Rev. R. G. Barr pleasant month , characterised by a low rain- men's quarters are so arranged that they are ( Longhope ) , Rev. R. S. Sunkin ( Fown Ausp - fall , the absence of very high temperatures , within sound of their buglers call , and this ney ) , Rev. J. Griffin ( Deerhurst ) . The and a fairly liberal allowance of bright sun- frequently leads to the billeting of a number bearers were Messs . C. McCain , Tom Hooper , shine . There was also a striking absence of of men , in the same house , to the extent J. Dobbins , H. Aubrey , W. , Martin , A. strong winds , the air being very still from sometimes of sleeping three in a bed . The Pyart , and all arrangements were most effi- the 10th onwards , five days being absolutely men , however , prefer a little overcrowding ciently , carried out by Messrs . Bunning and calm . The finest weather occurred between indoors to the prospect of being permanently Sowersby , Ross . The coffin was of English . the 9th and the 14th , the daily values of quartered under canvas , and they are very oak , old English design , with brass cross and bright sunshine for this period averaging 12 hours . grateful for the many little kindnesses which plate , and the inscription was the housewives and their families show to HENRY LAWSON WHATLEY , them . L Died Sept. 3 , 1914 , Aged 77 years . A glance at the following summary will give some idea of the temperature , sunshine . and rainfall experienced : The presence of the soldiery is much more apparent than in a garrison town . They are here there , and everywhere , reclining on There was a large number of beautiful doorsteps after their 12 - hours day , march- floral tributes sent from the following : R. The G.W.R. announce excursions to London ing and counter - marching , drilling in the Evelyn Murray and Nan ; Mrs. Conder Man- open spaces , accepting eagerly the gifts of tley Chase ; Mr. and Mrs. Boulton Agnes ; food and drink which are pressed upon them . Kitty and Bella ; Nancye , Charlie Joan , Most of the public buildings are pressed Dennis , Eric , Peggy , Loy , Barbara , John , into their service . There is a concert for Edward and ' Betty ( grandchildren ) ; William them nightly in the Town Hall . The coming and Ellen Cornwall ; the Misses Hutchinson , of the troops has , too , a useful economical Old Court , Newent ; Mrs. Meares and the side . The British Army pays for its accom- Misses Meares , The Crescent , Alverstoke ; modation at the rate of 9d . a night for a Miss Newsholme ; Mr. and Mrs. M. Goodwin of sunless days , 4 . man in the ranks and 3s . for an officer . It Harriette and Fanny Sterry , Brighton ; on September 12th and 17th . Bee adv . PURE HOME - MADE BREAD delivered daily to all parts of the town . E. H. SOLES , 17 , Gloucester - road , Ross . - Advt . Miss D. B. Pope , daughter of Rev. A. Pops has been appointed a nurse at the Naval Hospital , Osborne . Ross SECONDARY SCHOOL EXAMINATION Buo CESSES . - The following pupils were successful in the Cambridge Junior Local Examination held in July : -Geoffrey Blake , Gwynne Bromage Obristina Davies , Lottle Hill , Kathleen Kearsey , Dora Townsend , Dorothy Young . Shade Temperature . Highest value , 80 . degrees on the 14th . Mean daily maximum . 70.3 degrees . Lowest value , 43. on the 18th . Mean daily minimum , 51.6 . Mean tempera- ture for the month , 61.0 degrees . Humidity . - 9 a.m. , average value , 82 per cent . 9 p.m. , average value , 89 per cent . Mean , 85 per cent . Bright Sunshine . Total registration . 187.4 hours . Mean daily duration , 6.5 hrs . Most in one day , 12.8 . the 14th . Number Greatest Rainfall . Total inches , 1.13 . is estimated locally that the weekly income " One who loved him ; his loving wife and fall , 0.32 inch . on the 15th . Rain fell on to Northampton from this source alone is daughters ; Mr. and Mrs. Power ; Jim and 15 days . £ 3,500 , and the sum is so widely distributed Gertie ; Peggie , Loy , and Barbara , Knowle ; that what promised to be a peculiarly diffi- Mr. and Mrs. Edward Conder ; Julia and cult centre of unemployment has been less Emily ; S. Cutler ; A. Seaborne ; Maids at the seriously affected than was feared . ( Signed ) F. J. PARSONS . -Meteorologist . Chasedale Observatory . Patriotic Smoking Concert . IN AID OF LOCAL RELIEF FUN SPLENDID RESPONSE TO APPEAL RECRUITS + ANSWERING THE COUNTRY'S GEN . SIR ELLIOTT WOOD PROPH GERMANY MUST AND WILL E DEFEATED . The patriotic smoking concert held i Corn Exchange on Thursday evening and which was so largely patronis gentlemen from all parts of the Ross d had for its object two specific purpose the obtaining of recruits for Lord Kite Army , and secondly to give the inhal an opportunity of supporting the local fundi There was a large attendanc the Chairmar was Mr. S. Greatrex the father of Capt . R. Grentres Yates is captain of the local B Company , w now with the Battalion at Northa Supporting Mr. Yates on the platform Admiral Sir D H. Bosanquet , F G.C.V.O .. Major - General Sir Elliott K.C.B .. Col. O. R. Middleton , Capt . F schoyle . Rev. R. T. A. Money - Kyrle T. Raymond Synions , Col. Newnham Col. the Hon . A. E. Dalzell , Capt Capt . A. S. Trevor , Capt . W. S. E Maior Dixon , Dr. Pybus , Rev. Turnel N. Hatherley . Rev. C. Parton , Major Mr. Guy R. Trafford , Mr. S. H. Deaki W. B. Pilkington , Mr. J. A. N. Book M. K. M. Power . Mr. R. H. Storey . M. Davies , Mr. P. Ingram , Mr. C. E Mr. W. Thorpe , Mr. H. Stevenson . Preece , Mr. F. Cooper . Dr. A. J. Car Mr. Wyatt , Mr. G. Okell , and several . The proceedings were opened he Restall singing as a solo the Nations them , the full company joining in end of the last verse . The CHAIRMAN , in his opening re said : Before proceeding with the gramme . I should like to say a few reference to the object of this er gathering . As you are all aware , th ceeds are to he devoted to the local Fund , and judging from the gumber , kets sold for it , and the fact that th prietors of the hall have generously the free use of it , the promoters will warded for their labours , I am perhat rect in saying the objects are twofold of almost tragic importance , is hy th kind help of Admiral Sir D. H. Bos and Maior General Elliott Wood , to and still maintain in Ross and distri very enthusiastic response to the co call for men , and still more men . The as I have already said , is to assist th Relief Fund , hy means of whichr Col. 1 ton and his representative committee . other things , will be able to reduce th inconvenience and the distress occasio the war , and above all to make it sure to the gallant fellows who enlist branch of the services . that their act pendents will not be allowed to suffer Gent sequence of their patriotism . it is a grand thing to be a Britisher our birthright to serve and protect t The P old country in time of stress birthright will be the medal which pr the coming generation that you accen honour of serving your country wh hadly needed help . The women thre the Empire call to us to preserve and future generations the heritage country's freedom , and are nobly givi hands , fathers , and sons , and ot stem the tide of destruction and mu must stop you will later have the op ty of listening to distinguished exp all these matters ; but will just ad promotors of the concert came to t clusion that the comic element would of place , thereby anticipating your of sympathy with our brave men at t and the indescribable suffering wit area of war . Continuing . Mr. Yaj he received several letters from ge who expressed their inability to att cluding Cant . Robert Allen . Major ton , and Capt . L. P. Walsh , R.A. also authorised to say that as a r that concert sun of over 30 w realised ( applause ) . He had much ple calling upon Admiral Sir D. H. Bo to address them ( applause ) . Admiral Sir . D. H. BOSANQUET . accorded an enthusiastic reception . believe that in times of strain and tr is the first duty and privilege of every to aim at the encouragement of pati and patriotic effect is I know the ject of this gathering . Patriotism upon self - sacrifice and loyalty , it is t est motive of the human heart , it is f force that lead men to heroic effort endeavour to protect their home kindred and their country . This is for talking , deeds not words are hut it is of the utmost importance th man should now realise all that is in this war . The English people long enjoyed freedom , security and in ence , that it has become cifficult f recognise the terrible and irrepara aster that defeat in this war woul for ourselves and for our children . fully understand the character of the ism which would he established in E the victory of Germany ? Do we cl that if the German Army is able down all resistance , it will grind to every ideal of a free , human , and civilisation , which has been evolved the last century .. A conclusive vid the German Army in this war wou the ascendancy of the war party whole mass of the German people . should he crushed under the Germ then every port and harbour on the nent of Europe from Boulogne to haven , would obor German comma the danger of the invasion of thes If . would be enormously inerased . our duty at this moment , if we fai our stand now in defence of our ju liberties and privileges , for fear of threatening of the military power many , then we give our children children's children . to foreign without a struggle . It is estima there are 4.300,000 men between th 19 and 35 in these islands . Lord has announced that he has pract his 100,000 new soldiers . The type of have enlisted is very good ; the cit don has contributed an enthusiast T gent of educate young men . districts of Wales and the North ished many excellent recruits , who used to hard labour , from which The risk has never been absent . North Islands have contributed th of that splendid type of men Lied in and accustomed to an open air life . of the total manhood of these islan sent not serving in any branche service a hundred thousand men is of thous handful . Many hundre as yet taken no steps to sl are the bility for national defence . Their tion is that the necessity has not This attitude , if it were based on view of the situation would not he able . But unfortunately it is fou gross misunderstanding of the p which the British Empire finds its The very existence of Great Brita at stake . Germany has gone to Belgium and France in der to g ion of the ports , harbours , and ena will enable her to attack us at s A great German victory over the ces would be almost as serious for actual landing of a German force shores . In such circumstances bodied man in the country shou himself as prepared to serve eith or abroad whenever called upon There are the lists of the Regula Kitchener's Army , and the N The m serves , all open to him . glects at such a time of crisis himself with one or other of t risks the imputation of giving ove his family , and his country to |