November 21st 1931
Death and Funeral
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The death took place at his home of Mr. Henry (Harry) McCULLOUGH last week. Deceased, who was in his 18th year, was well known. An exceedingly bright disposition and a very ready wit made him the life of any company.
Last summer he was an inmate of Threlkeld Sanatorium, and returned home much improved, but later he had a relapse. Although bedfast for months he was never downhearted.
The funeral, one of the largest seen in Harrington for a long time took place on Monday at the Wesleyan Church, the service being conducted by the Rev. D. T. CLARKE, B. A.
Deceased’s favourite hymn, “Jesus, the very thought of Thee,” was sang, and the coffin was borne by his chums and members of the Y. M. C. A., of which he was a member.
There were numerous floral wreaths and tributes.
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WESLEYAN SISTERHOOD
RALLY
This was held on Wednesday and proved how popular and ever growing the various branches in the district. Tea was served by the local ladies to a very large number. The rally which followed was also very well attended.
The speaker was Mrs. McKAY, of Moor Row; Mrs. GRIFFIN occupying the chair. The solo, “My Task,” was well rendered by Mrs. SCOTT. The energetic secretary, Miss. G. KNIGHT thanked all who had helped in its success.
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LANTERN LECTURES
The Presbyterian Church series of lantern lectures on “The Life of Christ” were brought to a close on Wednesday. The Rev. J. MANN, who has been responsible for the lectures, has had large audiences both at the juvenile and adult lectures. Another series is in course of preparation.
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COCKERMOUTH DANCE HALL.
The old Public Hall, Cockermouth, which before the advent of the Grand Theatre was the principal building for the holding of entertainments, has now been transformed into a dance hall, and a committee of local ladies organized an opening dance which took place on Friday night and was well attended. The Sylvians orchestra provided music.
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Pidgeon and Banta Shows
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PIGEON AND BANTA, SHOWS.
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One of the most successful pigeon and Old English Game Bantam Shows was held at Dearham on Saturday evening when upwards of 50 birds were on view. Awards: -
Pigeon class (old hen):
1 and 4, WATTERS and HUTTON, Workington
2. HENDERSON and STEELE, Netherton
3. A. and E. REYNOLDS, Dearham
Special, Messrs. WATTERS and HUDSON
Mr. G. CUTHELL, Workington was judge.
Bantam class (any colour except spangle, clay or wheaton hen):
1 and 3, MINSHAW and BACON, Clifton
2. J. W. ELLWOOD, Papcastle
4. RAILTON and CROZIER, Bass Lake
Special, Messrs. MINSHAW and BACON.
Mr. G. PARKER, Aspatria, acted as judge. The arrangements were supervised by Mr. C. REYNOLDS.
Whitehaven and District Unemployed
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The returns issued by the Whitehaven Employment Exchange for the past week show a decrease in the number of unemployed of 30, the figures being: - Wholly unemployed, men, 1,491; young men, 111; boys, 59; women, 182; young women, 92; girls, 81 - total, 2.016. The total number of wholly unemployed and temporary stoppages is 2,426.
The Cleator Moor returns also so a reduction over the previous week’s figures. These include the claims of about 30 seasonal workers, who have been disqualified. The figures are. Wholly unemployed, men, 2,004; young men, 161; boys, 33; women, 105; young women, 74; girls, 43 - total, 2,970.
Dance
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Messrs. G. RITSON, J. LISTER, Jonathan LISTER and E. LYNCH were stewards.
The ladies committee had charge of the refreshments. The arrangements were carried out by Mrs. J. FALCON.
A spot waltz competition was won by Miss. BUGLASS and Mr. MILLIGAN. In a further competition the prize-winners were Messrs. J. J. HODGSON and J. WRIGHT.