Extracts from the Bunbury Section of the Malpas Deanery Magazine, September and October, 1900
1 Vicar’s Letter: “My Dear
Friends,
The result of the Jumble Sale must have come as a surprise to many. The total
from both the sales, viz. Mrs. Gordon’s and that at the Village Hall, realized
£81. I sincerely thank all those kind friends who in any way assisted in raising
funds for the Lighting of the Church. The work I believe will be commenced
almost immediately, so that by the time the September number of the Magazine
reaches you I hope the work will be well on the way towards completion.”
2 “The Harvest Festival will be held on Wednesday, September the 19th.... The Festival will be continued on Sunday, September 23rd. There will be celebrations of Holy Communion at 7, 8 amd midday; and a children’s service at 3, when the Vicar will give the Address, and Evensong at 6.30 with special music and Anthems. Gifts of Fruit, Flowers and Vegetables will be thankfully received.”
3 “The Band of Hope held its annual Festival on August 10th. There was a march past of the children at Foxdale, and having been addressed by the Rev. Dr. Cogswell they adjourned to Mr. Matthew’s field and indulged in cricket, games and races. Tea was served in the Village Hall at 4.30, after which followed the distribution of prizes kindly given by Mrs. Aspinall. At the close of the evening three hearty cheers were given for Mrs. Aspinall who has for many years been so good in providing the treat and giving so much happiness to the children.”
4 Iron Grille: “The Churchwardens have decided to place an Iron Grille in front of the Chained Bible for the sake of protecting it.”
5 Examination Success: “Nettie Ravenscroft, pupil teacher in the Girls’ School, has, for the third time in succession, been placed in the 1st class at Chester Diocesan Examination.”
6 Bunbury Cricket Club: Of the season’s eighteen matches, seven were won, two drawn and one was a tie; the remainder were lost. The batting was weak all round: “rarely was a batsman able to make a stand at the wickets.” The best individual score was the 53 made by P. Frodsham at Boughton Hall. The bowling of Austin Vickers was remarkably good through the season; T. Frodsham also did “yeoman service with the ball.” The team’s “smart fielding” likewise came in for praise.
1 Vicar’s Letter: “My Dear
Friends,
I am sure you will one and all extend to the Rev. J.T. Vale a very hearty
welcome on his coming to work as my colleague in the Parish; and that you
will render him every assistance in your power. I am glad to say that the
services at Spurstow will be recommenced on the 1st Sunday in this month.
On the second Sunday, October 14th, the Harvest Festival will be held in the
[Spurstow] School. Any gifts of fruit, flowers, corn, etc. will be most thankfully
received. The sermon will be preached by the Rev. J.T. Vale. At the Parish
Church the Vicar of Acton will preach in the evening.”
{Mr. Vale resided at North Lodge}
2 Sunday School Treats: “The older scholars of the Sunday School visited New Brighton on Wednesday, August 29th, accompanied by the Girls’ Friendly Society. About 250 left Beeston Castle by the 8.38 train, arriving at the Tower Grounds before 11 o’clock. Thanks to Mr. W.E. Neal all the arrangements were carried out without a hitch. A special train brought the party safely home a little after 8 o’clock after having spent a most enjoyable day. A short service was held at St. James’ Church, New Brighton, in the afternoon when the Vicar gave a short address to the children.and members of the G.F.S. We were all glad to welcome Mr. Brocklebank who joined the party at tea.
The Infants had their Treat on Wednesday, September 12th. Tea was laid on tables in the Garden at the Vicarage. Between 30 and 40 sat down. After tea, games, races and scrambles were held in the field adjoining. At the conclusion of the Treat each child received a packet of sweets and a ball.”
3 New Church Lamps: “On Sunday, September 16th, the new lamps were used for the first time and proved a great success. The Sermons morning and evening were preached by the Rev. Douglas Townend, Vicar of All Saints, Watcham Park. At night there was a large congregation. The Vicar was glad to see the congregations now coming forward and filling up the first pews.; this is as it should be, as all seats are free.”
Churchwarden in 2000