The Tamworth Herald, etc. from Tamworth, Staffordshire, England • 3

AUSTREY DANCE. successful dance for the Forces fund was held in the school, Mr. E. Melling being M.C. Dancing was to Art Hawksley's band.

Competitions were won by Miss J. Abbott (rug), Mr. Cooke, of Amington (iced cake) and Mrs. Wilkins (eggs), other prizewinners being Mr. F.

Faulkner and Miss Faulkner. Refreshments were served by Mesdames A. Reading, Coton, J. Tunnicliffe, W. Farmer and Rees.

BELGRAVE THE CLUB. at the Miners' Welfare Club on Saturday evening was by Pegg's Band and Bafbara. Mr. P. Evans nrpsided.

DOSTHILL PRIZE Paul's Church was practically full at evensong on Sunday, when the Sunday School scholars received their annual prizes. Juniors and seniors received beautiful book awards, which were distributed by Mr. Rutherford, a faithful and capable teacher at the Sunday School. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE. The recent meeting of the Women's Institute was presided over by the Vice-President (Mrs.

A. S. Cooke), and the first birthday was celebrated. The programme of games under the direction of Mrs. A.

Arnold. Refreshments were presided over by Mrs. French and Mrs. Sketchley. The birthday cake was cut by Mrs.

Blencowe, the oldest member. FAZELEY CLUB CONCERT. was a large company at the Victory Working Men's Club on Sunday. Selections by the Lapco Band, solos, and comedy formed the excellent programme. Mr.

W. Jones was pianist. GLASCOTE Victory a band of willing helpers, the child ren Bamford Street, on were entertained to tea given and subscribed for by parents and friends. The tables set out' were reminiscent of prewar days, with jellies, fruit, mincepies, etc. After tea, games were played, which were enjoyed by young and old, and there was community singing.

During the evening the Rev. F. W. Holmes presented Cpl. H.

Dewis and Pte. R. Tomlinson, returned P.0.W., with £4 each, the money being raised for them by a separate effort. Refreshments-were served later, and at the close each child received a bun from the returned prisoners, and those under five years were handed and those from five years to school age METHODIST school anniversary services at the Methodist Church on Sunday attracted large congregations and were again marked toy the tlve contribution of the The preacher was a 101 circuit minister, the Rev. Collins, and in the after- Thf Unc F.

Halfpenny, of -Liicnneld, presided at a special service. Among the children who both sang and recited were Edna Hill, Joyce Healey, Margaret Powell, Barbara Hall, Joyce Perry, a Jones, Margaret Archer, Ann Wharmby, Jean Grant; there were also recitations by Gili an Hastilow. Arthur Hall. Mary Dyke, Linden and Geoffrey Passmore, Peter Walker, Joyce Thompson, Gerald Day, Joyce Williscroft, Brian Gleed, Eileen Roy Gould, and Valerie Lunn, and others who took' part in the singing of the concerted items were Jean Thawley, Betty and Brenda Stocks, Doreen Bates, Mary Atkins, Alan Hill, Donald Potts, Terence Mundin, Tony Childs, Brian Williamson. The children were trained by iMr.

A. V. Allbrighton (choirmaster), and Miss P. Roberts was the organist. Collections 'amounted to £42 ss.

KINGSBURY WHIST AND Saturday evening a whist drive and dance was held at the New Hall in aid of the funds of the Working Men's -Club. Mr. Walker was M.C. For dancing', music was supplied by Hal Williams' Band, and the M.C 1 was Mr. F.

Smith. PRISONERS OF WAR. A warm reception was given to repatriated prisoners of war on Sunday evening. Information was received that Arthur Horseman was expected home, and it was arranged to give him and William Kinson, Edward Atkins and Stanley Downs and Joseph Ash (a wounded soldier) a welcome. At 9-30 p.m.

the firstnamed arrived by car at Ralph Crescent, so that Messrs. Kinson and Atkins could ride with him, and Messrs. Dawns and Ash to lead the procession, which also included the Ralph Crescent Band. With Union Jacks waving the parade passed through the village, the route being lined with residents, while others followed the car. enthusiasm was manifested.

On reaching Mr Horseman's home rousing cheers were given, the others of the 1 party being taken to their res- pective homes and similarly greeted. It was felt tjhe wel-. come was richly deserved. 1 Addressing the Institute of Certificated Grocers in London, Mr. Paul Cadbury announced that his firm had decided to provide training for shopkeepers.

WILNECOTE CLUB CONCERT. Barr and Rena entertained at the Working Men's Club on Saturday evening. Mr. T. Rollason, vice-president, was in the chair and Mr.

T. Bettaney was pianist. WEDDING. The Vicar (the Rev. J.

L. Brown) officiated at the marriage at Holy Trinity Church on Saturday of Mr. Sydney Thomas Pownell, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. S.

J. Pownell, of 23 Quarry Hill, Wilnecote, to Miss Gladys Day, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. Day, of Hyldene, Hockley.

Given away by her father, the bride was tastefuly attired in heavy white sktin, with veil and coronet head-dress and carried a bouquet of cream roses. The bridesmaids, Miss Eva Lakin and Miss Peggy Saunders, wore blue lace dresses and Juliet caps, carrying bouquets of sweet peas. Miss Margaret Pratt (niece of the bride), train-bearer, was in a pink satin dress, with head-dress of silver leaves and posy of sweet peas. Mr. Eric Pownell (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man.

The bridegroom, who is a former prisoner of war, being released from a German camp after four years and ten months of captivity, wore the kilt of the Seaforth Highlanders. He and his bride were given a pleasing surprise on emerging from the church by the presence of a guard of honour and an archway of flags. The bride was presented with six silver horseshoes. The reception was held at the Red Lion Inn, where 80 guests were entertained. Many useful presents, including cheques, were received.

NEWTON REGIS VE-DAY TREAT. connection with VE-Day a treat was given to the children on May 23, being organised by Mesdames Keightley and Williams and a band of willing helpers. Fiftyone children sat down to an excellent tea in the school, after which Mrs. Pyke entertained on the piano and sports were held in the recreation field. Miss Inge, Captain A.

G. Gwilliam and the Rector (the Rev. S. C. R.

L. Clarke) were present. On leaving, each child was given in addition to any money won at snnrt.s. WOOD END THE CLUB. West and the Two Aces entertained at the Working Men's Club on Saturday evening.

Mr. R. Lloyd presided and Mr. H. Slaney was pianist.

whist drive, in aid of the Victory Fund, was held in the Institute on Saturday, Mr. C. Archer being M.C. Prizewinners: Mrs. F.

Shilton, Miss G. Finney, Mrs. M. Pegg, Mrs. C.

Archer, Miss A. Finney and Miss Hewitt. PALACE THEATRE, Tamworth Enjoyable entertainment is provided at the Palace Theatre, Tamworth, to-night (Friday) and to-morrow, in "They Came to a City," in which the leading players are John Clements Googie Withers. The supporting film, "Pierre of the Plains," features Ruth Hussey and John Carroll. From Monday to Wednesday, George Sanders and Virginia Bruce appear in "Action in Arabia." The world famous comedy duo, Laurel and Hardy, are starred in The Big Noise," the main attraction for Saturday next week; "Boys of the Old Brigade" is the supporting film.

GRAND THEATRE, Tamworth A light comedy, Practically Yours," is showing' at the Grand Theatre, to-night (Friday) and to-morrow. Claudette Colbert and Fred Mac- Murray take the chief characters "The Old Dark House" (re-issue), with Charles Laughton and Boris Karloff in the leading roles is due for Monday Wednesday. "The Nurse's Secret" is- also in the programme. Fredric March plays in the title role in The Adventures of Mark Twain." an entertaining production which is announced for nex't week. REGAL, Atherstone Appearing at the Regal, Atherstone, to-night (Friday) and tomorrow is Sabu in "The Thief of Baghdad," a glorious technicolour fantasy.

Showing on Sunday are "Ships with Wings," and "Calaboose." Booked for Monday is "My Son! My Son!" featuring Madeleine Carroll and Brian Aherrie. For next week the feature film is "Four Men and a Prayer," co-starring David Niven and Loretta Young. The film tells of the efforts of four sons to clear their father's name, who has been the victim of a daring plot. SOLDIERS' OFFENCES Before Alderman G. H.

Jones, at an occasional Magistrates' Court for Tamworth Borough on Tuesday, two soldiers of the Lincolnshire Regiment, Corporal Donald McNab Campbell and Corporal George Edward Chapman. were charged that at Tamworth on May 28, they took without the consent of the owner, a motor car, the property of William John Whitcombe, Kettlebrook road, value £50, also with doing wilful damage to a window at the Jolly Button Turner Inn, value the property of Herbert Day. P.c. Turner gave evidence. cases were each dismissed on payment of costs and in addition each defendant had to pay damage.

MAYOR OF TAMWORTH WELCOME HOME FUND The Tamtvorth Herald Head Office 14, Silver Street, Tamworth. London Office: 23-28, Fleet Street; Phone, Central 4438. Telegrams Herald," Tam-, worth. Phone, Tamworth 12. SATURDAY, JUNE 2.

1945 List of subscriptions to date: Amount previously acknowledged £751 12s. Bolebridge Street Firewatching Scheme, £18; Mr. and Mrs. S. West, £2 Cafe, per Mr.

R. Barber, 13s. Old Bell Inn, per Mr. F. Clarke, £2 15s.

Mr. and Mrs. A. Sansom, £5 Mr. and Mrs.

H. R. Hicklin, Oliver's Hotel, per Mr. Radford, £2 6s. per Mr.

Leslie, £3 16s. Mr. and Mrs. J. Henry, £1 Mr.

and Mrs. W. T. Carrick, £2 Mr. H.

C. Mitchell, £2 Miners' Welfare Club, Grand and Palace Theatres, £9 9s. Dance, £6 Collecting boxes, £16 Thanksgiving day church collection, £60 16s. Mr. Mrs.

G. R. Griffin, £2 Marmiion Motors £6 145.6 Collecting boxes, £12 15s. Peel Hotel, per Mr. Fabian, £5 os.

Miss Hutchison, Boot Inn, per Mr. Briscoe, £2 14s. Mr. J. R.

Bates, Mr. and Mrs. W. Thompson, Mr. O.

Smith, British Legion Club, 17s. Collections, 12s. Mr. J. Brett (Fair), £10; Mrs.

H. Gilbert £10; Miss Thornburn, £10; Mr. and Mrs. R. Thornburn, Misses M.

and V. Sigley, Tamworth Co-op. Club Institute, £10 12s. Hickson £5 H. H.

Sherwood £5 Premier Dance Orchestra, £2 Dance, £8 Dr. and Mrs. Barford, £5 VE Dances, £75 Flag Day, £113 18s. Tamworth Cricket Club raffle, £3 £1,191 7s. Collecting boxes can be emptied at the Borough Treasurer's Office or at collector's own premises on request.

Contributions will be gratefully received and acknowedged toy Mr. F. Alderson (Borough Treasurer), honorary treasurer, Municipal Offices, Tamworth, or any Bank. Relatives or friends desirous of registering names for participation in the fund should apply for a card at the Town Clerk's Office. TAMWORTH DIVISION WILL DISAPPEAR The report of the Boundary Commission, just issued, gives details of the electorate, on the 1939 register, of the newly-formed parliamentary divisions.

The new Sutton Coldfield Division, comprising the municipal borough of Sutton Coldfield and the rural districts of Meriden, and Tamworth, will have an electorate of 57,681. It is formed from the present Tamworth Division, which will disappear. The Nuneaton Division, which now has an electorate of 112,503, and which has lost many of its votors because of the formation of the two Coventry divisions, will have an electorate of 59,884. The new Solihull Division is formed of the Urban District of Solihull and parts of the Birmingham suburbs of Stechford, Washwood Heath, and Bromford Bridge, all formerly in the Tamworth Division. It will have an electorate of 53,236.

ART EXHIBITION TO VISIT TAMWORTH Five centuries of painting are represented in the art exhibition which under the auspices of C.E.M.A. and the British Institute of Adult Education is to be held at the showroorhs of the Tamworth District Electric Supply from Monday next, June 4, to June 16. There will be a resident guide lecturer to explain the pictures to visitors. The collection includes fiftyfive coloured reproductions of some of the most famous paintings in the world and to see the originals would entail a world tour. Many of the reproductions are now unobtainable.

The series ranges from the 14th century Italian painter Giotto to a group by modern English artists. There are examples of work by Botticelli Raphael, some of the great Dutch painters, by Holbein, Reynolds, Gainsborough, and by masters of the French school. Cezanne, Manet, Van Gogh and others. The modern British artists represented include Christopher Wood, Paul Nash and Gilbert and Stanley Spencer. In addition, there will be on view a collection of interesting Baxter prints which have recently been presented by Mr.

E. C. Tolson to the Castle museum. Admission to the exhibition is free and it be open between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.

each week-day and from 3 p.m. on Sunday. TAMWORTH and DISTRICT YOUTH CENTRE In answer to many requests for a return visit, our speaker on Sunday evening was again Mr. R. M.

Boorman, B.Sc., of Maidstone. Devoting himself entirely to classical music, Mr. Boorman spoke about various styles and techniques which he demonstrated by means of recordings. The pieces played included Fingal's Cave," Sibelius' Legend," the overture Tannhauser," and extracts from Smetana and Strauss. Mr.

Boorman's lively comments were much enjoyed by the audience. On Sunday our monthly Club Parliament" will again be held, and we have been most fortunate in securing the services of Miss Bushell to take a ballroom dancing class for beginners on Monday evenings. Our Tuesday night discussion group proposes to focus its attention for the next few weeks on the issues raised by, and contained in. the forthcoming General Election. It has been decided to merge the Senior Group into the club as a whole, and nights will again be devoted to radiogram dances.

On Sunday, June 10, we are having a film show, the main film being one about Mount I Everest. Mr. A. L. Owen, chief assistant solicitor to Cardiff Corporation has been appointed Deputy Town of Sutton Coldfield.

THE LATE REV. P. O'CONNOR Sudden Passing of Tamwortli Priest Members of the congregation of St. John's Roman Catholic Church, Tamworth, were shocked on Friday, May 25, to hear of the sudden death of their esteemed priest, the Rev. Patrick O'Connor, who passed away at the Presbytery in the early hours of the morning.

He had been a patient at Tamworth Hospital, where he underwent an operation, for about three weeks, and was able to leave on the Wednesday prior to his death, having apparently recovered. Aged fifty-five years, Father P. O'Connor was a native of Cork. He was ordained on June 23, 1914, and afterwards served on the American Mission. Prior to coming to Tamworth in 1934, when he succeeded the Rev.

W. Walsh, he was chaplain of the Convent of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Cobridge. He quickly endeared himself to his new congregation, by whom he was held in high regard. The funeral on Tuesday was of an impressive character. There was a large attendance of clergy of the Archdiocese of Birmingham at St.

Johit's Church, including The Most Rev. T. L. Williams (Archbishop of Birmingham), the Rt. Rev.

H. Bright (Bishop auxiliary), the Rt. Rev. Mgr. L.

P. Emery, V.G., the Rt. Rev. Mgr. J.

Roskell, the Very Rev. Provost H. D. Yeo, the Very Rev. Canon L.

Twiney, Rev. J. O'Connor (brother of the late Rev. W. Poulton, Rev.

G. Chatwin, Rev. M. Woulfe, Rev. V.

O'Reilly, Rev. R. Sheppey Greene, Rev. B. Hirrell, Rev.

J. Bromley, Rev. A. Kane, Rev. T.

Foynes, Rev. W. Withers, Rev. J. Kearns.

Rev. M. Forde, Rev. E. Neary, Rev.

W. Rooney, Rev. R. Fairhall (rector of St. John's, Islington), Rev.

T. Browne, Rev. J. Welch, Rev. Fr.

Thaddeus, Rev. M. Gaffney, Rev. F. Gardner, Rev.

D. Daly, Rev. D. O'Connor, Rev. J.

V. Healey, Rev. F. Johnson, Rev. T.

Dinan, Rev. E. Slevin. The mourners were Miss M. Kane, Miss D.

Kane and Mrs. Cadwallender. Others present -included the Vicar of Tamworth (Preb. A. M.

Coxon) and Mrs. Coxon, the Rector of Elford (Rev. T. Gilbert), the Mayor of Tamworth (Councillor Milo Turner), Mr. C.

A. Bourne, Mr. G. W. Kell, the Matron (Miss I.

M. Epton) and nurses of Tamworth Hospital, Sisters of St. Joseph's Convent (Haunton), Sisters of Nazareth (Rednal) Mr. J. C.

Radford, Mr. Todd, with a representative attendance of the congregation of the church, St. John's schoolchildren with Mr. J. A.

Roberts, and children of St. John's L.C.C. School, Islington (who are evacuated to Tamworth) with Mr. J. P.

M. Markey and Miss Frewin. The bearers were Messrs. J. McKenny J.

Morris, A. Sharratt, A. Tomson. W. Sharratt and W.

Shakespeare. The Archbishop of Birmingham presided the solemn Requiem Mass, the celebrant being the Rev. J. O'Connor, with the Rev. V.

O'Reilly as deacon, and the Rev. R. Sheppey Green as subdeacon. The Rev. B.

Hirrell was Master of Ceremonies. The interment was at Wigginton Road Cemetery, the Rev. J. O'Connor, who was accompanied by a number of priests, officiating at the graveside. The schoolchildren were also present.

There were several wreaths, including those Harry and children; Mrs. Dormer and family; Mr. and Mrs. J. H.

Smith and Lilian; Messrs. E. J. Cole Sons; Mr. and Mrs.

F. Taylor; Mrs. Levick, Walter and Fred; the Matron and Staff of Tamworth Hospital; Associate members of St. John's Club; Tamworth Ambulance and Nursing Divisions. Messrs.

J. Cole Sons were the undertakers. We have received the following tribute from A member of his Congiegation has gone from among the population of Tamworth a very fine gentleman, a humble and unostenta- US u- priest, beloved by all his congregation, and also those outside. He was a very shy man, and often was heard to how he would, have loved to have been mixed up with the public affairs of the Borough. He was always afraid he would not do it and so kept aloof.

But to evervone he was courteous and kind, and I have heard many expressions of heartfelt regret at his passing from people of our Faith and Church only. He was a lovable man, his ready smile and his droll Irish wit attracted many people. I never saw him in a temper, and am quite sure he hadn't one. I remarked to him one day that three Masses each Sunday morning were too much for him (for he had not been well for some time); his only answer was It's funny! but I never havejthe pain while I'm saying Mass." He would not take a holiday; he said Other people are not having holidays during the war, why should It was a great shock to hear that he had suddenly collapsed on Friday morning, May 25. So passes this great and beloved spirit to his heavenly reward, at the age of only 55.

Sleep on, beloved friend, and take thy rest, God's ways, not ours, are best. R.I.P. R.A.F. ENTERTAINED On Wednesday evening a firstclass show was arranged by the Tamworth Sick and Wounded Soldiers' Entertainment Committee at an R.A.F. Station, and the Amington Band (conducted by Roland Davis) gave a well poiished programme to an appreciative audience, their numbers including waltzes, trombone solo, and a popular English rhapsody Supporting artistes who did exceptionally well were Gladys White (soprano), Doris Vesta (male impersonator), Tom Pratley (banjoist), and Priseilla Ingley at the piano.

Mr. F. Cotterill compered. Rowan thanked Mr. Cotterill and the Band and artistes for a very fine show, saying they had enjoyed it immensely.

Mr. Cotterill replied for the Committee. Transport was by kindiiess of Mr. J. P.

Rutherford, Mr. R. Taylor, Mr. H. Ball, Mrs.

B. Morrall, -Mr. A. Pallett, Mr. R.

Bate, Mr. R. Davis and Mr. L. Mansfield.

Viscount Sankey has been reelected president of the Building Societies' Association. MILE OAK WEDDING. pretty wedding took place on Saturday at St. John's R.C. Church, Tamworth, the Rev.

J. O'Connor officiating, of Driver Victor Dunstan Sutton. R.A.S.C.. son of Mr. and Mrs.

E. Sutton, 45, Camden Grove, London, 5.E.15, to Doris Mary Hill, A.T.S.. only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.

S. R. Hill. 543 Watling Street, iMile Oak. Given away by her father, the bride looked charming in a gown of heavy white lace, and embroidered veil held in place by a headdress ol pearls.

She carried a shower bouquet of red carnations. Her bridesmaid. Miss M. Bell (cousin), was attired in a gown of mauve lace, with green velvet bows, and veil to tone held in position by a wreath of violets, as head-dress, and carried a shower bouquet of pink carnations. Mrs, R.

Hill (sister-inlaw), matron' of honour, wore a pink taffeta gown, pink veil held in pjace by a wreath of flowers as her bouquet being of white carnations and irises. Driver Russell Whitear, R.A.S.C., friend of the bridegroom, acted as best man. On leaving the church the bride was presented with silver horseshoes by Margaret Richards, Julia Laybourne, and a scroll by Michael Laybourne. A reception was held at the assembly room, Mile Oak Hotel. 'Music was supplied by Johnnie Bell's band, and the catering carried oiut by Mrs.

Jackson. Presents and cheques were numerous. The honeymoon is being spent in London. Afterwards the bride and bridegroom will return to their war-time duties. The bridegroom served with the Bth Army through North Africa, Italy and Sicily, returning to England for a short rest, went abroad again, and was granted special leave for the wedding.

METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL. The Sunday school anniversary was observed on Sunday in the new church, Sutton Road, which was filled for afternoon and evening services. The teachers and children sang hymns splendidly, A solo was sung by Malcolm Beeson, and Ena Bainbridge, Malcolm Beeson, Winifred Walby, Harry Loasby and Jean Pearn individually sang verses of a children's hymn. Duets were rendered by Mrs. Williams and Miss Doris Faulkner, Mrs.

Walker and Miss Doris Faulkner, Mrs. Atkins and- Mrs. Williams. There were recitations by Molly Loasby, Irene Hall, Pat Lee, Margaret Heathfield. Jean Pearn, Ann Crooms, Kathleen Gilliver, Betty McPhee, Maureen Harris, Dennis Rowley.

Audrey Cochrane, Barbara Wright, Betty Loasby's class, Irene Hall's class, Brenda Beeson's class, Joan Jackson's class, Mary Wright, Maraline French, Doris Pallett, Sydney Hemmings. Roy Faulkner, Margaret Bainbridge, Betty Winyard, Joan Dyer, iris Andrews, Betty Rammell, Tony Hemmings. Thelma Salt, Betty Loasby, Brenda Beeson, Olive Gardner, Ena Bainbridge, and Winifred Walby. Mrs. F.

H. Lloyd, of Highley, Shropshire, presiding over the three services, spoke encouraging words to the teachers, the children and the congregation. She said how pleased she was to be with them. Mr. Williams thanked Mrs.

Lloyd, and Mrs. Walker, who had trained the children and the teachers in the singing, and the organist Doris Faulkner), and the teachers who had worked with him to make the school successful. HOPWAS WELCOME HOME First list of subscriptions Firstaid Post, £1 2s. Anonymous, £100; Mrs. and Miss Rathmell, Mr.

and Mrs. G. Rose, Red Lion effort No. 1 £16 lis. No.

2 £4 lis. No. 3 £4 the late J. H. Richardson, Mr.

G. A. Grayston, £15 Mrs. M. Lings Grayston, £15; Mr.

and Mrs. O. H. Cooper, £5 Total, £173 16s. METHODIST ANNIVERSARY.

Sunday School anniversary was held on Sunday and was well attended. The Rev. G. E. Pinfield preached in the afternoon and evening.

Mrs. Whiteley presided at the afternoon service and gave an address. Miss N. Chetwynd was the soloist the evening service, accompanied by Mr. H.

Shakeshaft. The instrumentalists were Mr. D. Payne. Mr.

G. Lea (violins), Mr. Davis ('cello) and' Miss Large (organ). The singing of the children was highly successful and reflected great credit on Mr. W.

Archer, the conductor. Miss Vera Claridge trained the children for recitations. Solos or recitations were given by Betty Edwards, John Ward, Beryl Bird, Alberta Bird, John Walker, Pauline Lawson, Kathleen Sollis, John Jefferies. May Aspley; John Myatt also took part. The collections realised £15 75., an increase on last year.

PROPERTY MARKET Mr. A. E. Colbourne held a sale of properties situate at Tamworth, Glaseote and Wilnecote at the Castle Hotel, Tamworth, oh Monday evening. The lots were sold the following prices: Semi-detached residence, Lindhurst," 2, Blythe Street, Glascote, vacant possession, five houses, 270-278 (even), Main Road, Glascote, four houses, Chippendale Place, Bonehill Road, Tamworth, three houses, Corrie Roy Cottages, Fazeley Road, Tamworth, £700; eleven houses, 1-11, Rosy Cross, Tamworth, four houses, 1-4, Perrycrofts, Tamworth, £330; Salter's Lane, Tamworth, vacant possession, six houses, 9-14, New Street, Tamworth, eight New Street, Tamworth.

house, 2, Parson Street, Wilnecote, £310; two houses, 4 and 6, Parson Street, £480; two houses, 8 and 10, Parson Street, £505; four houses, 1-4, Lochryan Place, Tamworth, £500. Messrs. Nevill and Jennings were the solicitors for the vendors. At the Red Lion Hotel, Atherstone on Monday, Mr. John Briggs, F.A.1..

sold a semi-detached dwelling house. Red Roofs," St. Peter's Road, Mancetter, with possession, for £1.000 Messrs. Oakey Son. Nuneaton, were the vendor's solicitors.

BOLEHALL BOYS' SCHOOL On Empire Day £5 15s. was sent to the Overseas Tobacco Fund to provide cigarettes for our Forces overseas. The money was brought by the scholars. Ernpire Day was observed by suitable lessons on the Empire, followed by songs by the choir. TAMWORTH TOWN COUNCIL THE Mayor (Councillor Milo Turner) presided at a meeting of Tamworth Town Council on Tuesday evening, other members present being the Deputy Mayor (Councillor W.

H. Brown), Aldermen F. G. Allton, C. E.

Crutchley, T. H. Sutton, H. J. Wood, Miss A.

E. Argyle, Councillors D. Adams, A. H. Allen, F.

A. Allsopp, A. Bridgewater, F. Burkitt, T. H.

Clifford, A. E. Colbourne, E. Collins, S. O.

Deeley, H. E. Felton, F. W. Morgan, W.

A. Peel, H. V. Powell and B. Woodcock, with the Town Clerk (Mr.

H. Wood), the Borough Treasurer (Mr. F'. Alderson), and the Borough Surveyor (Mr. H.

F. Bruce- Smith). New Member Welcomed The Mayor, in welcoming Councillor Peel, said his knowledge of the district and the ability which he had displayed in various public functions he had performed, particularly during war-time, would be of benefit to him and the Council in their discussions, and he would give them great assistance. Acknowledging the welcome, Councillor Peel thanked his proposer and seconder and those who supported his nomination. He was desirous of being just a useful citizen and assisting in any way he could.

From the American Ambassador The Town Clerk read a letter from the American Ambassador in reply, to the Council's resolution expressing sympathy on the death of President Roosevelt, saying he deeply appreciated their kindness and would be glad to forward their tribute to Mrs. Roosevelt and his Government. Sanitary Inspector's Illness The Town Clerk having reported that the Sanitary Inspector (Mr. G. W.

Shelley) was ill, the Mayor proposed that the Town Clerk send a letter conveying the sympathy of the Council with Mr. Shelley, with the hope that he would speedily be restored to health. He was an old and valued official. The Council concurred. VE Day Celebrations The Mayor said he hoped the arrangements which were made for the celebration of the cessation of hostilities in Europe were to the satisfaction of the Council.

He thought they did fairly well, and that the town as a whole thoroughly entered into the spirit of the enjoyment for the short period. finance and general PURPOSES COMMITTEE EDUCATION ACTk 1944. A letter was received from the Town Clerk of Lichfield, writing on behalf of the Lichfield City, Lichfield Rural, Rugeley Urban and Tutbury Rural Councils, asking the Council to support a protest to the Minister of Education in favour of a Divisional Executive being appointed for the area of the five Councils. Resolved that the Council cannot see their way to vary their previous decision to the effect that the setting up of a Divisional Executive for the area is unnecessary. THE LATE WILLIAM SPENCER It was reported that a native of Tamworth, Mr.

William Spencer, who died at Scarborough in December last, had made a will on July 19, 1943) leaving the residue of his estate, after making certain bequests, to the Corporation of Tamworth upon certain trusts, that the will could not be found by the executors, and that there evidence that the deceased had made a later will which also could not be found and the contents of which were not kjiown. Documents received from deceased's solicitors relating to the matter, including counsel's opinion obtained by them, were submitted, together with a letter asking the Council whether they were prepared to accept such a trust having regard to the circumstances, and whether they agreed to a suggestion by Counsel that tile Council should consent to a motion for a grant of Letters of Administration to two of the next of kin; upon a presumption of intestacy. The Town Clerk submitted a report thereon. Resolved that deceased's solicitors be informed that the Council do not desire to accept the trust contained in the will of July 19, 1943, and that they consent to a motion for a grant of Letters of Administration to two of the next-of-kin. The report was adopted on the proposition of Alderman Wood, seconded by Alderman Crutchley.

ESTATE COMMITTEE HOUSING CONTRACT LOAN The Borough Surveyor reported that the contract for the construction of roads and sewers on the Amington Road and Fazeey Road sites would commence in the course of a few days. Resolved that the Town Clerk be instructed to make application to the Ministry of Health for consent to the raising of a loan of £19,500, to cover the cost of the advance preparation of housing sites, and that he be instructed to make application to the Public Works Loan Board for the loan upon receiving such consent. AMBULANCE FACILITIES Work on Housing Site Alderman Miss Argyle moved that the report be adopted, which was seconded by Councillor Colbourne. Councillor Burkitt asked if a satisfactory beginning had been made on the Fazeley Road housing site. The Borough Surveyor said quite a good commencement had been made.

The contractors had moved a fair amount of heavy plant on to the site and actually commenced work on May 14, with one foreman and about three other men which obviously was not sufficient; they required anything up to about 1-00 men. More were coming by one's and two's and there were now about sixteen working. It was hoped the labour position would improve from day to day. Most of the hedges had been grubbed up and a commencement had been made with some the trench excavators. Up to.

che present he was satisfied with the commencement. The Mayor said he felt sure the members of the Council and the public would be pleased to know the work had been commenced on housing. The report was adopted. PUBLIC HEALTH COMMITTEE AMBULANCE SERVICE The Town Clerk submitted a Ministry of Health circular with reference to the position of the peace-time ambulance services of local authorities as a result of reductions in the Civil Defence ambulance services, and reported that the local Civil Defence ambulances would not be available for civilian in the near future owing to the release of full-time personnel and the withdrawal of the vehicles by the County Council. BAND CONCERTS An application was received from Mr.

E. Thornelli for permission to arrange band concerts in the Castle grounds during the season. Resolved that the application be granted subject to the Corporation receiving 10 per cent of the gross takings, and that similar terms be arranged in respect of any further applications other than those in connection with local charities. Ambulance Service Moving the adoption of the report, the Deputy Mayor said with respect to the Sanitary Inspector's report, which stated that 6,814 lbs. of food had been condemned as unfit, was beef, 981bs.

pork offals, other food, fruit, eggs, tinned stuff 2431b5. The number of animals slaughtered at the Government slaughterhouse during April was: beasts 194; sheep 434; pigs 44; calves totalling approximately A percentage of 5.4 or rather more than 1 cwt. out of every ton had to be condemned. The Chairman also referred to the local Civil Defence ambulances being no longer available' for civilian purposes, and said the public should understand that it was no longer possible to call for the use of these vehicles. Owing to the General Election the National Savings Campaign had been postponed until the autumn, so an application for the use of the Castle grounds from June 30 to July 7 did apply.

Councillor Deeley seconded. Councillor Powell asked if there was an opportunity for the town to purchase one of the ambulance vehicles? The Deputy Mayor said they could be purchased but no price had been fixed. If the Council purchased one they would in all probability have to give it up later to the extended local authority, if there was one, or to the national health service. They decided to wait and obtain a report as to what was to be done with the money collected in Tamworth for an ambulance. Councillor Morgan: Is it possible for us to try and get a working arrangement with the other districts? It is a serious position to be in.

Alderman Sutton said some years ago an ambulance fund was started and there was a considerable sum of money in that fund. Recently the Committee had met and were making proposals to use this money, mainly for an ambulance. He could not give details but he. would like the public to know that while the service available to them through the Civil Defence ambulances had ceased, they had not lost sight of the fact that there was a fund for providing an ambulance and now was the time when they had to consider an ambulance for the town in some form. The Mayor said the Town Clerk informed him that the full-time personnel did not finish until the end of June, which gave them another five weeks.

Councillor Collins asked if anything could be done to bridge the gap between now and when the public health service was altered. The Mayor said they had never had a municipal ambulance. The Defence ambulances were only used by permission of the County authority. He felt sure the Committee which had the matter in hand would bring forward some proposals before long. There was the question as to what would happen after July.

An ambulance would have to be manned. He agreed an ambulance would have to be provided and the Committee would give further consideration when they knew what price the County were asking for these ambulances. When they purchased one they really wanted one of the most up-to-date private civilian ambulances. Councillor Morgan asked if they could explore the possibility of an arrangement with the outside districts for a period? The Mayor said they could go into it if tlie Council wished. Councillor Brown said the Committee would continue to give the matter consideration until they got some real solution.

Councillor Adams said as soon as the Ambulance Committee had some definite information they would communicate it. He was surprised at the unanimity of the Council over the necessity for an ambulance as when it was raised some years ago they were told it was not necessary, and if it had not been for Alderman Sutton and Councillor Bridgewater and a few others they would not have had the money they had to-day. Cold water was thrown on it at first and he was surprised at the change that had come over the Council. The report was approved. HIGHWAYS AND TOWN PLANNING COMMITTEE SHELTERS The Borough Surveyor submitted a plan indicating the positions which he recommended for the erection of four shelters in Aldergate Corporation Street in the event of the Council deciding to accept the scheme submitted by Messrs.

William Wynn and the Town Clerk submitted the draft contract. Resolved that the plan be approved, and that the draft contract be approved subject to the deletion of a clause allowing the Company to fix automatic vending or, weighing machines in the shelters. STREET LIGHTING The Committee considered the question of restoring peace-time lighting after July 15 next, and the Borough Surveyor reported thereon. Resolved that the following proposals submitted by the Tamworth District Supply be approved in respect of the period from July 15, 1945, to March 31, (a) The number of lamps to be lighted all night to be reduced to 88, the positions to be agreed with the Borough Surveyor, and the remaining 400 lamps to be lighted until 11-30 p.m.; (b) high standard lamps to be lighted by 300 watt lamps and low standards by 100 watt lamps; (c) amount to be paid by the Corporation for lighting and maintenance during the period be £900; (d) the offer to be without prejudice to the terms of the existing contract and on the understanding that full normal type lighting in accordance with the contract will be operative as from April 1, 1946- The report was adopted on the motion of Councillor Colbourne, seconded by Councillor Morgan. PUBLIC LIBRARY COMMITTEE Resolved Miss E.

B. Taylor and Councillor Brown be appointed Chairman and Vicechairman respectively of the Committee for the remainder of the present municipal year. MAGAZINE ROOM Resolved that the room opposite the lending library be used as a magazine room, and that a list of periodicals available to the public be published in the room. The Deputy Mayor moved, and Councillor Deeley seconded, that the report be adopted, and this was carried. JOINT FOOD CONTROL COMMITTEE RURAL PIE SCHEMES Applications for Licences in respect of rural pie schemes to be operated by the Women's Voluntary Services at Dosthill, Kingsbury, Glascote and Wilnecote were granted.

DEPUTY" FOOD EXECUTIVE OFFICER The Food Executive Officer reported that his Deputy, Mr. D. F. Dunn, would terminate his appointment on May 12 by reason of his appointment as Food Executive Officer at Folkestone. The Committee expressed to Mr.

Dunn their appreciation of the valuable services he had rendered Alderman Allton's Protest On the report of the Food Control Committee Alderman Allton said he understood another Deputy Food Officer was to be appointed to succeed Mr. Dunn, and in his opinion it was unnecessary. The Town Clerk was head and they had some most efficient women in the office who were capable of taking the vacant position. The Mayor said new Deputy had aready been appointed by the Ministry of Food. Alderman Allton: Then I make my protest, it is another waste of money.

1 The Town Clerk said he was only a part-time Food Executive Officer and it was obviously impossible for him to give full dayto-day control of the Food Office. Control could only be carried on by a capable Deputy working under his direction, and the appointment lay with the Ministry. The report was received. THE HERALD, SATURDAY, JUNE 2, 1945. 3 FRJOK ASTON MODEL BREWXRY, BIRMINGHAM 6.

PALACE Phone 68, 'TAMWORTH. Car Park Closed. THURS. and FRL, 6 8. 2, 4, 6, 8.

JOHN CLEMENTS GOOGIE WITHERS in They came to a City HUSSEY JOHN CARROLL in PIERRE OF THE PLAINS. TUES. 6 8. GEORGE SANDERS VIRGINIA BRUCE in ACTION IN ARABIA Also BULLETS FOR O'HARA THURS. 6 8.

2, 4, 6 8. LAUREL and HARDY in THE BIG NOISE Also BOYS OF THE OLD BRIGADE.