Extracts from the Bunbury section of the Malpas Deanery Magazine of July 1899

Extracts from the Bunbury section of the Malpas Deanery Magazine of July 1899

1 The Clergy "We are glad to announce that the Rev. W.S. Baylis has accepted the Curacy. He has been six years in Holy Orders and is a graduate of Lincoln College, Oxford. He will come into residence shortly."

2 The Annual Trip: "To carry out this, there is a required sum of £25. There is a deficiency of £3 on last year's. We shall be glad to receive subscriptions."

3 Gift to the Church: "A new handsome stained-glass window has recently been placed in the church by the children of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dutton, of Brookdale. The window, together with the Cross, were dedicated at the early service at 8 am on Trinity Sunday." A brief technical description of the window followed: "The window is a three light window on the north side of the chancel. The subject is the adoration of the Kings and Shepherds. The Virgin is seated with the child Jesus. He is depicted holding in the one hand an orb and giving benediction with the other. Behind the seated Virgin is a white and gold screen. On the left side are the kneeling Kings offering gifts, the colours being regal. In the right light are the Shepherds, one bringing a lamb as an offering. The whole subject is depicted under canopies of the late 15th century style, designed in silvery white glass with a ruby background: the architectural bases are of the same character with scroll panels on which is written 'For unto us a Child is born.' In the tracery are angels holding scrolls with the 'Gloria in Excelsis' upon them, and in the central piece is the Dutton Shield and the motto 'Servabo fidem'. The whole window is rich in colour and detail although silvery white glass largely enters into the scheme of colour. A memorial brass beneath the window contains the inscription: 'To the Glory of God and in loving memory of John and Sarah Ellen Dutton, of Brookdale, Bunbury, this window was placed by their children, 1889.'"
This Dutton window lasted just over 40 years when it was destroyed by blast on the night of 24 November 1940. It was replaced largely by plain glass into which were inserted a small panel of medieval glass. The brass memorial still remains.

4 Prize Giving: "The distribution of Prizes at the Girls' and Infants' School took place on Thursday, June 15. The prizes were kindly given by Mrs. Blain. There was a larger number of parents and friends than in previous years. Songs were sung by the children, the School Reports were read and all seemed pleased and happy."

5 Presentation to Miss Hewitt: 'It has been known in the Parish for sometime that Miss Hewitt had sent in her resignation. Miss Hewitt was appointed in November 1894, so has been with us nearly 5 years. She is now anxious to obtain an appointment in a larger school where there will be more scope for her energies and undoubted abilities as a teacher. During the time she has been here she has commanded universal respect and done a great deal for Bunbury Girls. She has also been a member of our Church Choir, where her attendance has been regular and her service great. Hence it was thought by the parishioners, the Choir, and the School Children that they could not let her go without some token of their respect and appreciation of her services. Hence a gold watch and chain has been given to her by the Parishioners, a dressing case by the Choir, and a cruet-stand by the Children. We wish her every happiness in her new work and hope we may often see her amongst us."*Miss Hewitt replied thus:

"The Girls' School, Bunbury, 20 June.

To the Vicar and Parishioners of Bunbury,

I wish to take advantage of the facilities afforded by the Magazine to express my thanks for the kindness I have always received at the hands of the people of Bunbury, and also for the handsome present they have thought fit to present me with. Words cannot express my feelings on the subject. My uppermost thought is how very little I have done to deserve such kindness, and I shall always regret not having done more. My work here has always been a pleasure to me, as it always must be when one knows that one's small efforts are so kindly appreciated. I am very sorry to leave and shall always look back upon my stay in Bunbury as the brightest spots in my life. Again thanking you for all you have done for me.

I am,

Yours faithfully, Edith M. Hewitt

6 Thank you from a former Curate:

"St. Mary's, Alfrick, Worcester, June 1899.

My Dear People,

Please accept my sincerest and heart-felt thanks for the kind way in which you always treated me when I was in Bunbury, and also for the handsome tokens of your affections which were given me at your wishes. I have also to thank the people of Bunbury, the people of Spurstow and Haughton the Mothers, the Girls' School and some 20 others for their presents, which I shall value all my life and keep in remembrance of you. I pray that the great kindness you all showed to me at times will be rewarded, in the great hereafter, in a land where partings are unknown. I am more than sorry to have left you all, but I shall ever think and pray for you.

Your affectionate friend,

F.H. D. Smythe."

7 Calveley Services: "Service each Sunday morning at 10.30. Holy Communion will be celebrated on the 1st Sunday in the month after Morning Service, and on the 3rd Sunday in the month at 8 a.m. Sunday School in the Church at 2 p.m., Children's Service on the 1st Sunday in the month at 2.30 p.m., Choir Practice on Thursday at 7 p.m.. Baptisms 1st Sunday in the month at 2.30 p.m. Churchings at any Service."

John Elsworth - Churchwarden in 1999

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1	The Clergy "We are glad to announce that the Rev. W.S. Baylis has accepted the Curacy. He has been six years in Holy Orders and is a graduate of Lincoln College, Oxford. He will come into residence shortly."
2	The Annual Trip: "To carry out this, there is a required sum of £25. There is a deficiency of £3 on last year's. We shall be glad to receive subscriptions."
3	Gift to the Church: "A new handsome stained-glass window has recently been placed in the church by the children of the late Mr. and Mrs. Dutton, of Brookdale. The window, together with the Cross, were dedicated at the early service at 8 am on Trinity Sunday." A brief technical description of the window followed: "The window is a three light window on the north side of the chancel. The subject is the adoration of the Kings and Shepherds. The Virgin is seated with the child Jesus. He is depicted holding in the one hand an orb and giving benediction with the other. Behind the seated Virgin is a white and gold screen. On the left side are the kneeling Kings offering gifts, the colours being regal. In the right light are the Shepherds, one bringing a lamb as an offering. The whole subject is depicted under canopies of the late 15th century style, designed in silvery white glass with a ruby background: the architectural bases are of the same character with scroll panels on which is written 'For unto us a Child is born.' In the tracery are angels holding scrolls with the 'Gloria in Excelsis' upon them, and in the central piece is the Dutton Shield and the motto 'Servabo fidem'. The whole window is rich in colour and detail although silvery white glass largely enters into the scheme of colour. A memorial brass beneath the window contains the inscription: 'To the Glory of God and in loving memory of John and Sarah Ellen Dutton, of Brookdale, Bunbury, this window was placed by their children, 1889.'" This Dutton window lasted just over 40 years when it was destroyed by blast on the night of 24 November 1940. It was replaced largely by plain glass into which were inserted a small panel of medieval glass. The brass memorial still remains.
4	Prize Giving: "The distribution of Prizes at the Girls' and Infants' School took place on Thursday, June 15. The prizes were kindly given by Mrs. Blain. There was a larger number of parents and friends than in previous years. Songs were sung by the children, the School Reports were read and all seemed pleased and happy."
5	Presentation to Miss Hewitt: 'It has been known in the Parish for sometime that Miss Hewitt had sent in her resignation. Miss Hewitt was appointed in November 1894, so has been with us nearly 5 years. She is now anxious to obtain an appointment in a larger school where there will be more scope for her energies and undoubted abilities as a teacher. During the time she has been here she has commanded universal respect and done a great deal for Bunbury Girls. She has also been a member of our Church Choir, where her attendance has been regular and her service great. Hence it was thought by the parishioners, the Choir, and the School Children that they could not let her go without some token of their respect and appreciation of her services. Hence a gold watch and chain has been given to her by the Parishioners, a dressing case by the Choir, and a cruet-stand by the Children. We wish her every happiness in her new work and hope we may often see her amongst us."*Miss Hewitt replied thus: "The Girls' School, Bunbury, 20 June. To the Vicar and Parishioners of Bunbury, I wish to take advantage of the facilities afforded by the Magazine to express my thanks for the kindness I have always received at the hands of the people of Bunbury, and also for the handsome present they have thought fit to present me with. Words cannot express my feelings on the subject. My uppermost thought is how very little I have done to deserve such kindness, and I shall always regret not having done more. My work here has always been a pleasure to me, as it always must be when one knows that one's small efforts are so kindly appreciated. I am very sorry to leave and shall always look back upon my stay in Bunbury as the brightest spots in my life. Again thanking you for all you have done for me. I am, Yours faithfully, Edith M. Hewitt
6	Thank you from a former Curate: "St. Mary's, Alfrick, Worcester, June 1899. My Dear People, Please accept my sincerest and heart-felt thanks for the kind way in which you always treated me when I was in Bunbury, and also for the handsome tokens of your affections which were given me at your wishes. I have also to thank the people of Bunbury, the people of Spurstow and Haughton the Mothers, the Girls' School and some 20 others for their presents, which I shall value all my life and keep in remembrance of you. I pray that the great kindness you all showed to me at times will be rewarded, in the great hereafter, in a land where partings are unknown. I am more than sorry to have left you all, but I shall ever think and pray for you. Your affectionate friend, F.H. D. Smythe."
7	Calveley Services: "Service each Sunday morning at 10.30. Holy Communion will be celebrated on the 1st Sunday in the month after Morning Service, and on the 3rd Sunday in the month at 8 a.m. Sunday School in the Church at 2 p.m., Children's Service on the 1st Sunday in the month at 2.30 p.m., Choir Practice on Thursday at 7 p.m.. Baptisms 1st Sunday in the month at 2.30 p.m. Churchings at any Service."