COCKERMOUTH 

“THE OPTIMISTS.”

A programme which promises to prove a great attraction, has been  arranged by
Miss. Sadie GRAVE for the vaudeville performances next week of her  troupe of
“optimists.”

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CHANGE OF TIME.

We are asked to draw attention to the change in the time  announced in the
advertisement columns of the address on “Quakers and  Disarmament,” to  be
given in the Friends Meeting House on Wednesday.

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THE HON. R. D. DENMAN.

The Hon. R. D. DENMAN, formerly chairman of the Penrith and  Cockermouth
Labour Party, has been appointed Second Church Estates Commissioner  in the
National Government. Mr. DENMAN was returned as National Labour member  for Central
Leeds.

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WHIST DRIVE.

At the weekly whist drive of the Catholic Guild on Friday night  Mr. John
BELL presented the prizes as follows:

Ladies:

1. Mrs. J. A. SMITH, (176)

2. Mrs. J. RAYSON, (175)

3. Miss Agnes BELL, (171)

Gentlemen:

1. Mr. J. J. McDowell, (173)

2. Mr. J. REID, (166)

3. Mr. Geo. McDOWELL, (166)

Mr. J. KEENAN was M. C.

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MARTINMAS BALL AT BROUGHTON.

The Broughton I. L. P. held a successful ball in the Miner’s  Welfare Hall,
on Monday evening. There was a crowded attendance. Music was  supplied by the
Broughton Gaiety Orchestra and Mr. A. ROWE, of Workington,  secretary of the
County Federation, was M. C. Messrs J. LISTER and G. STEPHENSON  were the
doorkeepers.

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WORKINGTON

JUNIOR SCHOLARSHIP.

Michael CURWEN, son of Canon CURWEN, Workington Rectory, of Lime  House
School, Wetheral, has been awarded a junior scholarship at Haileybury  College.

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HOMING PIGEON’S FATE.

Peppered with shot, a homing pigeon which was one of many feeding  in a
Derwent Valley stubble field, with a number of wood-pigeons, met its fate.  In
addition to carrying a weather worn rubber race ring it had a metal one - S.  U.
R. P. 33, 31.

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UNEMPLOYED WORKERS.

The unemployment figures for the Workington district this week  are:
Workington, 2,168 (wholly unemployed) and 1,413 (temporary stoppages);  Maryport,
1,763 and 49; Cockermouth, 536 and 95; Aspatria, 371 and 80;  Harrington, 582 and
185; Keswick 209 and 99.

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THE MAGISTRATES.

The Magistrates on Wednesday granted, on the application of Mr.  J. N.
StGEORGE-CURWEN, the transfer of license of the Central Hotel from Mr.  Edward
GREENHOW to Mr. Thomas Gordon McKENZIE, late of the Green Lodge Links  Hotel,
Hoylake, Cheshire. The new licensee was a captain in the Royal Flying  Corps.

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SIDDICK P. W. E.

There  was a good attendance at the weekly meeting in the  Council School on
Wednesday evening. Mrs. HOLMES presided in the absence of Mrs.  ROBINSON.

 A very impressive address was given by Rev. J. SMITH, of Workington,  on the
prophecy of Hosea, as portrayed in present day Christian life. Mrs.  HOODLESS
gave two solos, which were much enjoyed by the audience. The  accompanist was
Mr. J. E. HOLMES.

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MARYPORT  
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POLICE COURT.

The magistrates on the Bench at the Police Court yesterday  (Friday) were
Messrs. R. W. WATSON, J. WILLIAMS, and J. DAVIDSON.

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MARKET PRICES.

At the market yesterday (Friday) eggs were 2/8 retail and 2/6 per  dozen
wholesale; butter was 1/7 and 1/5 per lb.

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LICENSE TRANSFER.

At the Police Court yesterday the full transfer of the license of  the
beerhouse, No. 1, Collins Terrace, was granted to Humphrey NIXON, Mr. A.  CRERAR
making the application.

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FOTHERGILL WOMEN’S HOUR.

The weekly meeting was held on Wednesday evening in the Wesley  Hall, Flimby.
An inspiring address was given by the president. Pianoforte  selections were
given by Mrs. CURWEN, Maryport. Refreshments were served by the  Ladies’
Committee.

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FLIMBY WESLEYAN CHURCH.

The final preparations are being made at the Flimby Wesleyan  Church for the
installation of a new pipe organ which will be opened on December  2nd. For a
considerable time the ladies of the sewing meeting have been working  very
hard and have held sales of work and other efforts.

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DEARHAM WESLEYAN CHAPEL.

Miss. HARRISON, Outgate House, Dearham, presided over the weekly  meeting of
the Woman’s Bright Hour, which was held on Wednesday night. Mrs.  ARMSTRONG,
Maryport, agev a helpful and inspiring address on “Love.”

 Miss. Nina MOSSOP, Maryport, was soloist and Mrs. E. THOMAS presided  at the
organ. Refreshments were handed round at the close by the ladies’  committee.

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MARYPORT
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SCOTCH NIGHT.

The joint sections of Crosby British Legion commenced their  social evenings
by holding a “Scotch Night” in the Schoolrooms on Tuesday  evening. The Rev.
A. P. DAWE, presided over a large gathering. The programme  opened with a
silent tribute. The following gave musical items:

Miss. HEWITSON, Aspatria

Mr. MacFARLANE

Mrs. T. TUNSTALL

Mr. ADAIR

Mr. J. DAVIDSON  proposed and Mr. J TELFORD seconded a hearty vote of  thanks
to all who had helped to make the gathering a success. Tea and scones  were
afterwards handed round. Mr. F. NICHOL made an appeal on behalf of the Haig  
Fund.

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FUNERAL AT ELLENBOROUGH.

There was a large company of relatives and friends at the funeral  of Mrs.
Jane NIXON, of 69 Main Street, Ellenborough, on Saturday afternoon. At  the
residence the P. M. Choir and friends sang the hymn, “Abide with Me” led by  Mr.
Robert WILSON, Ellenborough.

 In spite of the wet afternoon a good many made the journey to the  Flimby
Cemetery> Amongst themMessrs. G. FERGUSON, J. G. HEAD, H. NIXON and R.  SEARLE,
representing the Maryport Co-operative Society, Mr. NIXON having been a  
member of its committee of management for many years.

 The Rev. J. W. HALL, B. A., Vicar of All Souls’, Netherton,  officiated.

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BOWLER’S SOCIAL EVENING.

At a social gathering at the Bowling Pavilion on Wednesday night,  the
members paid a tribute to the memories of the late Mr. T. LINDSAY and Mrs.  BOWES,
two of their members, and passed votes of condolence with their  relatives.

 Two whist drives were held and supper was served by the ladies  committee.
The following were the winners of the first drive:

Ladies:

1sts, Mr. J. PALMER and Mrs. SPARKS

2. Mr. C. ALDERSON and Mrs. A. BYERS

 Mr. J. WILSON who was M. C., gave a number of lucky number prizes  which
were won by the following:

Mr. R. K. JONES

Mr. J. THOMAS

Mrs. R. B. RITSON

Mrs. R. ROUTLEDGE

Mrs. MITCHELL

 At the second drive the prizes were won by Miss. GRAHAM and Mr.  WILSON.

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COCKERMOUTH

BAND EFFORT.

The Cockermouth Mechanics Band held a very successful rummage  sale on
Thursday, a total clearance being effected. The sum of over £11 being  realized. A
guessing cake kindly given by Mrs. LINDSAY, was won by Mr. J. F.  RYIARD,
Cocker Bridge.

 Thanks are expressed to all who gave articles and donations and also  
helpers who worked hard to make the effort such a success. The bandsmen are also  to
be thanked for their “combing” of the district in search of saleable  
articles.. Mrs. LINDSAY and the band secretary attended to the  arrangements.

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POPPY DAY AT DEAN.

A total of £7 15s 10d was realized by the sale of poppies  organized by the
Ullock and District Branch of the British Legion for the Parish  of Dean. It
was comprised as follows: -

Dean Church, special service, £2 6s 2d

Ullock (per Miss A. BORTHWICK) £1 3s 6d.

Branthwaite, (per Miss. S. BRISCOE), £1 17s  8d.

Deanscales, (per Miss. L. SEELS) 16s 6 ½ d.

Pardshaw, (per Mrs. HUCK) 12s 1 d.

Dean, (per Miss. J. PEARSON), 12s 6 ½ d.

Dean School, (per Mr. IRWIN), 7s 4d.

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FAREWELL PRESENTATION.

Members of the women’s section of Cockermouth British Legion met  on Thursday
evening, in the Wordsworth institute to bid farewell to Legionaire  Miss.
DAVIDSON, who is leaving to reside in Millom, her husband, the Rev. J.  DAVIDSON
having received an appointment in that district.

 During the evening, Mrs. DAVIDSON was presented with a fruit stand,  
afternoon tea and tray cloth, by the chairman, Miss. SUTTON, on behalf of the  
members, as an appreciation of her services to the branch. Mrs. W. P. CARRUTHERS  
laid a wreath on behalf of the women’s section at the Memorial, during the  
service on Armistice Day.

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CATCH-MY-PAL.

At the weekly meeting Mr. E. HOWARTH presented a very interesting  lantern
lecture to a small attendance. The opening was an illustrated hymn, “All  hail
the power of Jesus’ name,” in several slides. Mr. P. H. WARD, who described  
the pictures, gave a word of prayer.

 The first part of the programme was the story of “The Fourth Wise  Man,” in
23 slides. The second half was a short story in 12 slides of “God’s  flowers
of promise.”

 Mesdames HESKET, CORLETT and MacMILLAN handed round refreshments. The  
meeting concluded by the singing of the hymn, “Abide with Me,” illustrated in  
five slides. All who helped are heartily thanked.

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MARYPORT  
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DEARHAM DANCES.

Over 200 were present at the dance, organized by the Dearham  Branch of
British Legion, on Monday night in the Legion Hall. Excellent music  was supplied
by Messrs. CROFT’s Orchestra, Maryport.

 Messrs. T. PATTERSON and T. MESSENGER were M. C.’s and Messrs. George  
GRAHAM and H. C. FOSTER were doorkeepers. The United Brass Band also held a well  
attended dance in the Central Hall on Monday night in aid of the Band  funds.

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FLIMBY MOTHER’S UNION EFFORT.

A successful rummage sale, in aid of St. Nicholas Church  Renovation Fund,
was held in the Church Rooms on Thursday. Mr. W. COULTHARD sold  the goods and
refreshments were served by the committee.

 The Rev. E. T. DOIG thanked the Mother’s Union Committee and all who  had
helped. The effort realized over £16. A social was subsequently held. Mrs.  
GORLEY and Mrs. J. HOLLIDAY were M.C.’s. Mrs. R. STEPHENSON supplied the music.  
Mrs. G. WEDGEWOOD and Mrs. J. GORLEY were doorkeepers.

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BAPTIST GATHERING.

The group meeting of the West Cumberland Baptist union of  Churches, was held
at the Trinity Baptist Church, Maryport, on Friday. Delegates  attended from
Workington, Maryport and Great Broughton.

 The tea was served by Mesdames BURTON, CLARK, TODD and CUTHELL, and  was
followed by a meeting presided over by Mr. H. SKERRY, president of the  group,
and addressed by the Rev. W. Graham HILTON, of Workington.

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FIRST OFFENCE.

George HODGSON (20), motor driver, 11 Griffel Avenue, Maryport,  was charged
at Maryport Police Court yesterday (Friday) with riding a motorcycle  without
front or rear lights, in Camp Road, Maryport, at 6-45 p.m. on the 2nd  
November.

 P. C. JOHNSTON said when he stopped defendant in Camp Road, his  excuse for
having no lights was his carbide was done. It was defendant’s first  offence
and he was allowed to go on payment of 4/- costs.

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COCKERMOUTH

CONCERT AT EMBLETON.

In aid of the funds of the recently formed Badminton Club, Mrs.  WAKEFIELD’s
Concert Party, Keswick.

Mrs. WAKEFIELD

Miss. HOGG

Miss. BIRKETT

Mr. PRITCHARD

Mr. George BAINBRIDGE, entertained an appreciative audience in the District  
Public Hall, on Friday night. The Rev. E. BELLINGHAM, vicar, presided, and
moved  a vote of thanks to the artists. The party were entertained to supper
served  by:

Mrs. LITT

Miss. Mary SCOTT

Miss. THOMPSON

Miss. L. ABBOTT

Miss. THORNTHWAITE

 The door stewards were Messrs. Tom DAVIDSON, Tom EVANS and Jas.  SCOTT. The
club had their opening game this week, and there is every prospect of  it
being a success.

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LORTON’S WOMEN’S INSTITUTE.

Owing to the stormy weather, only 23 members were present on  Tuesday
evening, when Mrs. TINNION presided. A letter of apology for absence,  owing to
illness, was read from Mrs. BURROWS, and a note of sympathy was sent  from the
members. A letter of thanks for the gift on the occasion of her  marriage, was
read from Mrs. COOK.

 It was decided to hole a whist drive, supper and dance on December  17th, in
aid of the local Nursing Association.

 An excellent lantern lecture on the “Lake District” was given by the  Rev.
W. ILIFFE, Bassenthwaite. A hearty vote of thanks to the lecturer, Mr.  
CARPENTER for the loan of the lantern, and Mr. SCOTT who operated it, was  proposed
by Mrs. CARPENTER and seconded by Mrs. JACKSON.

 In a competition for Best Cushion Cover, the judges, Mrs. MITCHELL  and
Nurse JOHNSON, awarded 1. Mrs. TINNION; 2. Mrs. SANDERSON. The hostesses  were
Mrs. J. TINNION, Mrs. THOMAS and Miss. TINNION assisted by Miss E.  STODDART.

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MARYPORT  
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PRESENTATION AT FLIMBY.

The members of the Primitive Methodist Choir made a presentation  to Miss.
Mabel DAWSON on Tuesday evening. In handing over the present, an art,  
silver-plated fruit dish, Mr. MINTO, the choirmaster spoke of the valuable  services
rendered by Miss. DAWSON as a pianist, and her help when they were  training for
the Workington Musical festival, where the choir had gained high  marks and
was awarded the trophy.

 Miss. DAWSON in accepting the gift said it had been a great pleasure  to her
to act as pianist and she thanked the members for the beautiful gift  which
she would treasure very much. The evening was spent in games and  music.

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DEARHAM LATERN LECTURE.

On Thursday evening in the Mission Room, a latern lecture was  given by Mr.
PEARCE, organizing secretary for the Northern and Midland Division  of the
London City Mission, the subject being “The solving of human regeneration  in
London’s underworld.

 The chair was taken by the Rev. A. HAWORTH, Vicar. There was a good  company
present, who listened with interest to the testimony given by Mr. PEARCE  of
the regenerative power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

 The collection was on behalf of the London City Mission. The lantern  was
manipulated by Mr. Richard SHORT, and the accompanist was Miss. Agnes  LISTER,
hon. Secretary to the Dearham Auxiliary.

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WOMEN’S INSTITUTE.

At the monthly meeting of the Hayton and Mealo Women’s Institute,  a whist
drive and domino competition was held, followed by an entertainment by  the
Bothel Institute and Mrs. CALROW. The whist prizes were won by:

Ladies:

1. Miss. RAVEL

2. Miss GALE

Consolation, Miss. HOPE

Gents:

1. R. MURRAY

2. Mrs. HODGSON

Consolation, M. STRONG

Dominoes:

1. Mrs. MARTINDALE

2. Mrs. HODGSON

3. Mrs. DIXON

 The prizes were given by Mesdames:

WILSON

BELL

MITCHELL

DONALD

Miss. R. ATKINSON

Miss. DONALD

 A co-operative supper followed. A vote of thanks was proposed by the  
president, seconded by Mr. J. W. JAMES

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COCKERMOUTH II.

BROUGHTON MINER’S WELFARE HALL.

The management held a whist drive in support of their funds on  Tuesday. Mrs.
Joseph R. MOORE was the M. C. Result:

Ladies:

1. Mrs. W. HARRISON

2. Mrs. T. A. HUGHES

3. Nurse GALLAGHER, Brigham.

Gents:

1. Mr. J. CAVANAUGH

2. Mr. J. GORLEY

3. Mr. Tom FOSTER

 The prizes were presented by Mr. J. PEARSON. Messrs. T. OSTLE and J.  RIGG
were doorkeepers.

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SUDDEN DEATH.

The death occurred suddenly on Tuesday evening of Mrs. Alice  HODGSON, of 4
Horsman Street, Cockermouth. Mrs. HODGSON, who was 44 years of  age, was a
prominent worker for the local Liberals, and in her memory the flag  of her club
has been flown at half mast. She also worked on behalf of the  Mechanics Band,
of which her husband Mr. G. H. HODGSON was formerly secretary  and was a
member of the Co-operative Women’s Guild.

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BROUGHTON PRIMITIVE CHAPEL.

The service of song, “A Folded Page,” was repeated on Sunday  evening before
a good congregation. Mr. Wm. MORTON, Aldoth, Silloth, presided  and gave a
short address, and the reader was Mrs. J. W. WATSON, Cockermouth.  Solos were
sung by Mrs. T. R. LISTER and Messrs. W. G. BYERS and Gilbert BYERS.  Mr. John
BYERS conducted and Miss. Gladys M. BYERS was the organist.

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WOOD-CARVING CLASSES
IN COCKERMOUTH.

Wood-carving classes in Cockermouth which have been changed from  Saturday
afternoon to Wednesday evening at 7-10 p.m. still require a few more  students
if the class is to continue. The committee have engaged Mr. O’TOOLE, of  
Cleator Moor as instructor. This being a new venture it is hoped that those  
interested in wood-carving will avail themselves of this class on Wednesday  next.
The class fee is 1/- and the use of tools can be arranged.

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MARYPORT  
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FREAK KITTEN.

A kitten was born at Hind’s Terrace, Dearham, on Thursday,  belonging to Mr.
T. SMITH. It had eight legs, four ears and two tails, but only  lived for a
few hours.

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FLIMBY SAXHORN BAND.

The annual ball was held in the Welfare Hall, Flimby, on Tuesday.  Efficient
music was supplied by the Midnight Follies Orchestra. The M.C.’s were  Messrs.
James REED and D. WILKINSON. Mr. J. CRELLIN was the judge for the  waltzing
competition, the winners being Mrs. T. WILLIAMS and Mr. C. DOVER.

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DEARHAM PRIMITIVE CHAPEL.

The weekly meeting of the “Women’s Own,” was held on Wednesday.  Mrs. W. W.
LAW presided. Miss. G. BELL and Miss. HARRISON gave short  addresses.

 The eighth anniversary was held on Sunday and Monday in the Sunday  School.
Mrs. McKAY preached at both services. On Sunday, when there was good  
congregations. A public tea was held on Monday afternoon and was well  patronized, the
tables being presided over by:

Mrs. CLARK

W. W. LAW

R. THOMAS

C. REYNOLDS

RITSON

MARTIN.

 Mrs. PATTINSON brewed the tea and Mrs. NORMAN was carver. Miss.  HARRISON
presided over a good attendance in the evening, when the roll was  called by
Mrs. W. W. LAW. Dearham Women’s Bright Hour and Women’s Own responded.

 Mr. F. P. CUTTING acted as chairman for a concert that followed with  Mr.
Peter BOBSON’s concert party from Aspatria.

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WORKINGTON  
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ANNIVERSARY.

Mr. Walter PARKER, of St. Philip’s Protestant Church, Preston,  was the very
special preacher at the anniversary services of the Workington  Christ Church,
held on Sunday and Monday last.

 On Monday a public tea was given, and it was well attended. After the  tea a
public meeting was held and addresses were given by the Rev. F. C.  GARDINER,
the Rev. T. GREENAWAY, and Mr. W. PARKER. Mr. G. NORMAN was in the  chair.

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PACKED OUT.

The New Opera House where the A. O. S. are giving “Blue Eyes” was  packed to
its utmost capacity on Thursday night. A queue formed outside as early  as
4-30 three hours before the show started - and by 6-45 not a single seat  among
the 1,200 odd was obtainable. Between two and three hundred were  disappointed
and the majority of them booked for tonight (Saturday). The takings  up to
Thursday night were in excess of those for the corresponding four nights  of
last year’s production.

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WELCOME VISITOR.

On Sunday and Monday the Rev. John HALL formerly the minister of  the
Workington John Street Primitive Methodist Church, returned to preach at the  
anniversary services.

 On Sunday, Mr. HALL, who is now at Pudsey, delivered a fine address  to a
large and appreciative congregation. On Monday a public faith tea was given  in
the schoolroom, and it was well attended. A musical programme was given by  
the choir, followed by a short address by the Rev. HALL. The chair was taken by  
Mr. W. A. PARKER.

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MARYPORT 
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BROUGHTON MOOR WHIST
DRIVE AND DANCE.

Martinmas Tuesday is the day on which the Old Folks’ Committee  hold this
double event to augment their funds for the re-union early in the New  Year. The
whist drive was not so well patronized as usual, there being only  sixteen
tables. Mr. L. OLIPHANT was M. C. Prizes were given by Mr. J.  CARRUTHERS, Wilson
Terrace, and Anonymous, and were won by:

Ladies:

1. Miss. M. LITTLE, 172

2. Miss. M. E. COLLISTER, 170

3. Mrs. M. CASS, 168.

Gentlemen:

1. Mr. E. ROBINSON, 173

2. Mr. A. SHIELDS, 172

3. Mr. L. PICKUP, 171.

 The dance was well attended. Mr. COULTHARD’s Gaiety Orchestra  provided
excellent music, and Messrs T. W. HODGSON and I. McGLASSON were M. C.’s  and
Messrs. J. W. CRELLIN, J. A. HAYTON, A. HINCHLIFFE and J. F. CRELLIN  doorkeepers.
When expenses have been paid a good balance will remain.

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MARYPORT AMATEUR
FOOTBALL.

Maryport defeated Maryport Co-operative Society employees, in the  newly
formed Amateur League, at Maryport, on Wednesday afternoon, by two goals  to one.
In spite of the wretched conditions some good football was played, and a  draw
would have been a more fitting result. BOWNESS (2) scored for Maryport and  
G. COSGROVE replied for the Co-operative.

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WORKINGTON  
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TO SEE THE “REDS” WIN?

Over a thousand Workington football fans are to-day going to  Lancaster by
train and bus to see the “Reds” emerge, it is hoped, triumphant  from their F.
A. Cup-tie with Lancaster Town.

 “Onlooker” hopes to be one of them and his report of the match will  appear
in Wednesday’s issue.

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HIGH TIDES.

Unusually high tides have been experienced at Workington during  this week.
The backwater on Wednesday overflowed the banks of the Cloffocks  beck, turning
the fairground into a morass. The depth of the water on the sill  at the
Prince of Wales Dock entrance on Tuesday night was 34 feet, an increase  of 8
inches over normal.

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BOYS’ FOOLISH PRANK.

On Tuesday night two boys discharged a ‘jumping jack’ (explosive  firework)
in the operating box at the Carnegie Hall during the first  performance.

 Mr. ROBINSON, the operator immediately smothered the firework and no  damage
was done. He reported the incident to P. C. RAINSFORD, who, giving chase,  
caught the two boys at the bus station. A prosecution is likely.

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SIDDICK WESLEYAN
WOMEN’S HOUR.

The weekly meeting was held in the Mission Hall on Thursday. Mrs.  GIBSON
presided over a good attendance. Mr. HUNT gave a very helpful and  impressive
address on “Christianity and its implications,” which was listened to  with deep
interest by all present.

 Mrs. TINNION and Mrs. NICHOLSON sang very sweetly “The old rugged  cross”
and “In the garden.” The president voiced the thanks of the meeting to  
speaker and singers. Mrs. J. H. HENDERSON was the accompanist.

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