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November 2000THANKS: In the last year, I have been overwhelmed by the kindness, and concern shown to me by people of the village. Special thanks to the church and it’s congregation for their prayers and flower. The Parish Council, people who employed me at the time, Mr and Mrs Gibson, Mr Wood and Mr and Mrs Alford. Also Richard and Margaret at the village shop, good friends, especially Jean and Barry Checksfield, close neighbours and good acquaintances, and the WI for the lovely daffodils in the spring. Thank you for all the flowers, chocolates, (“which are on my hips!”). Always positive, onwards and upwards. Maureen Hook and Graham of Barton Meadow Road THANKS: Norah Maynard would like to thank all her friends for the cards and gifts on her birthday. THANKS: Albert and Mary Lee would like to thank everyone who helped, attended, gave draw prizes at the Bingo and Dance at Umberleigh Village Hall. Totals raised were £232.00 (Bingo) and £224.30 in aid of Atherington Church Bell Fund. THANKS: Baptism Reunion Services Thank you to everyone who helped in giving addresses, food for the refreshments, and in nay other way, to make the two services, such a success. Eileen Tucker ,p> THANKS: Margaret Squire would like to thank her husband Tony for sanding the Hall floor at Atherington in preparation for the short mat bowls and the noble ladies who cleaned the hall afterwards. It truly transformed the Hall and has encouraged us all.Margaret would also like to thank everyone for the flowers present on the evening of the Best Kept Village competition. The Chulmleigh and District Local History SocietyA group of local people with a keen interest in vernacular architecture founded the Society over 25 years ago and visits to historic local buildings form a key part of the summer programme. In the winter, monthly lectures entertain and educate with a wide range of topics related to local history. The Society aims to encourage members with local history projects and it has recently purchased an 18th century terrier which was donated to the Devon Record Office. The winter programme for 2000/2001 will commence on Thursday, October 19th with ‘Medieval Stained Glass’, by Dr Joe Cox. ‘Collections of the R.A.M.1, by Dr John Allan will follow on November 16th. Lectures take place at 7.30 in Chulmleigh Community College and visitors and new members are welcome. If you are interested, please contact the Hon Secretary, Penny Whicher. St. Mary's GuildRosemary Munson At our meeting on the 9th October we had 14 members present. It was reported that the flag has been replaced as it had been damaged by the wind. It will only go up on special occasions. The clock has been serviced and is going again. Our Christmas Fayre is on the 18th November - it comes around so quickly. Everyone has been so kind in the past in helping us with crafts, cooking, pickles, jams etc. If you could help us once again we would be very grateful. Looking forward to seeing you all on November 18th at 2.15pm. Our next meeting is on Monday 13th November at 2.00pm at the Parsonage, Miss Thorne's home. BONFIRE NIGHT SAFETY - FIREWORKS
"Fireworks are dangerous and can be lethal" is the message from Mr Young, Chief Fire Officer of the County. DO'S and DON'TS
BONFIRES Bonfires present additional hazards when it's dark. DO'S AND DON'TS If you must light a bonfire, in connection with a fireworks display, then:
What is a fossil? A fossil is an extinct animal. The older it is, the more extinct it is. A Musician’s Dictionary CHOIR: musical organization thought to have been invented by G F Handel to ensure the perpetuation of performances of the Messiah COMPOSER: The individual, preferably now dead (the longer the better, up to a point), who was responsible for writing the music. All of the composers wishes regarding notes, tempo, expression and so, are carefully taken down in the score, and then ignored. CONCERT HALL: A place where many people go only at times when they want to remove the wrappings from candy bars and cough drops. Name the four seasons - salt, pepper, mustard and vinegar Given as answers to an examination questions...
What happens to a boy when he reaches puberty?
Give the meaning of the term ‘Caesarean Section’
What is an enema? ATHERINGTON & UMBERLEIGH WIJudith Domleo At the October meeting on a very wet and windy evening, Mrs Maureen Dennis gave a superb slide show on “Lorna Doone”, the biography of the author R D Blackmore and marvellous scenes of the Exmoor landscape – illustrating how fact and fiction are very closely interwoven. We had four visitors and three became members at the end of the evening! The competition for a “Photograph of Exmoor” was won by Judith Domleo with a photo of Tarr Steps. Judith also won the flower of the month competition with a “Passion Flower”. Refreshments were served by Wendy Waldon, Andrea Smith and Di Drummond. Speaker’s hostess was Eileen Chambers. Birthday plants were presented to Wendy Waldon, Bea Jones and Petra Butcher. On a lovely sunny afternoon two members enjoyed the hike on Aylesbeare Common which is a RSPB nature reserve. The President and Secretary were invited to Horwood, Lovacott and Newton Tracey’s 80th birthday party at the Hunters Inn, Newton Tracey. All the records of the last 80 years were on display. The speaker at their very first meeting in 1920 gave a demonstration on how to turn a heel when knitting socks on four needles! We played skittles and then enjoyed a delicious buffet supper. We were joined by the County Chairman Tania Hancocks, who blew out the birthday cake candles. Sadly it was their last meeting as their membership is only four. They are joining up with Alverdiscott & Huntshaw. Following a lecture at Exeter University on the history and architecture of Spain and in particular the Islamic influence on the Iberian Peninsula, two members went on a classical tour of Andalucia. They explored the delights of Ronda, Jerez - famous for its sherry, Seville which has the worlds largest cathedral, the fantastic Alcazar, a cruise on the river Guadalquivir which flows through the middle of Seville. Then onto Cordoba to see the Mezquita, the grandest and most beautiful mosque ever constructed in the Moorish world. Then to Granada, capital of the Sultans during the Middle Ages and home to what can only be described as one of the worlds greatest buildings – the Alhambra Palace. The sun shone from a cloudless blue sky every day. A most memorable visit in every way. It will be our Annual Meeting in November on Tuesday 14th at 7.30 pm in Umberleigh Hall. We hope that all members will be there – it is your WI. Do not forget we are having a “Bring & Share” Supper. From the archivesResearched by Richard Lethbridge 26th September 1867 ATHERINGTON OUR CLUB ANNIVERSARY SIR, - The Atherington Friendly Society held its annual meeting on Tuesday last, at the ‘Carpenters Arms’ and ‘White Hart’; about 150 sat down to dinner, Dr Jones in the chair. Previous to the Dinner the Highbickington brass band paraded the village, and the members of the club attended divine worship in the church, where a sermon was preached by the Rev. T. F. Arthur, on Gal. Vi. 2:- “Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.” The rev. gentleman’s explication and application of the text were so novel that I am induced to call particular attention to one of his remarks. He alluded to the late church-rate contest in the parish, and ventured an opinion that persons who withheld a church-rate could not be “bearing one another’s burdens” or “fulfilling the law of Christ.” Now I think it may be said (without fear of having the assertion attempted to be impugned by any one possessed, of a little honesty, a little common sense, a little knowledge), that new light is thrown upon the Scripture by such an interpretation; for the Apostolic injunction taught Christ’s disciples to depend on their meat or the supply of their need upon the willing offerings of their approving bearers rather than constrained contributions from unwilling hands. Daily experience proves the truth of the old adage, that “it is dangerous to meddle with edged tools;” and, perhaps, the rev. gentleman would have done wisely if he had not alluded to the vexed question. But the inhabitants of the parish being now relieved from the odious extraction of church-rates, must not forget that the utmost energy and perseverance will at all times be necessary to baffle the subtleties and devices of men who support the compulsory in opposition to the voluntary principle. This is due to their own convictions of right; knowing as they do that mankind ought to obey the dictates of conscience, and render the voluntary offerings of free will, which are the most acceptable sacrifices to Him, whose servant the rector of East Down professes to be. There is a text of scripture which says, “Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction,” &c. I commend it to the attention of any who may be ready to extract a surplice fee from the sons of want, or who embrace the opportunity afforded by a Club anniversary to teach an adverse majority that by withholding church-rates they are not “bearing one another’s burdens, and so fulfilling the law of Christ.” LUTHER. Atherington, Sept. 24, 1867. Thought for the month...John Carvosso I expect most of us may have had our thoughts focussed on Jerusalem today (I’m writing this on 16th October the day of the Peace talks attended by Yasser Arafat, for the Palestinians, Ehud Barak, for Israel) Perhaps we remember some appropriate words from the Book of Psalms ‘Pray for the peace of Jerusalem Jerusalem was and should be still a symbol of God’s Presence amongst His people. So in our prayers we are praying for His Presence to bring a desire for, a spirit of Peace. We will perhaps remember also that true peace is still His gift to those who seek it in The Prince of Peace. The words of the Lord Jesus are especially appropriate for all who work for Peace ‘Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called sons of God.’ The Bible contains truths that God has helped His people to learn and points to wards Jesus who is the fullest revelation of God’s TRUTH ‘I am the Way, the Truth and the Life’ (John 14 v 6) What important Truth(s) that we have learnt do we try to pass on to others Truths about God Shall we sing together ‘Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah’ and pray that He will guide all who seek to bring Peace. Yours in His Service John Poem of the month...CROCK OF GOLD Bright misty arch, faint hued, in morning sun (Witnessed 17th July 2000) - R. Domleo, 25th July 2000 High Bickington Methodist NewsHazel Pearce Operation Christmas Child If you would like to send a shoe box filled with Christmas gifts to a child in Eastern Europe (the gifts do not need to be expensive). Please contact Rosie Venner – closing date is 9th November. The annual Christingle Service will be held on Sunday, 3rd December in the Parish Church at 6.30pm. All families are welcome to this special service. Belated, but none the less sincere congratulations to Fiona Stewart on her exam passes, also on her acceptance to Steward at next year’s ‘Spring Harvest’. Over the past month the 5-7’s Club have printed with fruit and made pig face biscuits, while the 8-11’s had a visit from Mr and Mrs Palmer who brought and spoke about their two birds of prey, made shell animals and kaleidoscopes and held a first aid evening. The winter programme of informal weeknight meetings began as usual with a harvest supper in the schoolroom, following a service led by Rev. Marilyn. HIGH BICKINGTON WIJosie Maskell We were back in the Church Hall for our October meeting – our 77th birthday! We were reminded of the Group Meeting at Tawstock on 17th October. Stella Burrows is our delegate at the Autumn Council meeting at Plymouth on 18th October. We discussed the resolution about reducing the tax on bio-diesel fuel and decided that Stella should find out more about this and use her discretion on the vote. Our President read a letter of thanks from Buckingham Palace for the birthday card we sent to the Queen Mother in August. The Autumn show at St Johns nursery is on 4th & 5th November. We discussed the schedule and need some ideas for the craft work we intend to enter. Time to draw the winning name for the Bursary – Marian Halstead was the lucky lady, congratulations Marian! The remainder of the evening was spent testing our knowledge on identifying places in Cornwall, members by their baby photographs, and famous cooks. There was also a quiz to tackle with winners of all the competitions winning prizes. All this hard work was followed by a nice supper supplied by the committee. Next month is our AGM and non-committee members are providing the refreshments with a small plate of sweet or savouries. Rosemary Munson on flower of the month with a passion flower and Shirley Hill won the raffle. Atherington, St MarysA Harvest Thank You to all the many folk who contributed towards the Harvest Festival. The church was decorated beautifully, a good supper, and a wonderful selection of produce. £425 was raised for rewiring the church. Shirley Shapland HIGH BICKINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYWho spotted the deliberate error – the Historical Society received £800 from the Millennium awards (and not £3,800 as was previously reported) towards the village book. We are delighted that over 300 copies have been sold and a launch party will be held in the village towards the end of November. Avril Stone, Chairman BARTON MEADOW RECREATIONAL AREA COMMITTEEThe Barton Meadow Recreational Area Committee would like to take this opportunity to say a huge THANK-YOU to everyone who played a part, big or small, in the organisation and smooth running of the Village Fete. The objective of the Fete this year, apart from raising money, was to re-kindle the community spirit within the Village, with everyone pulling together towards the same target. We were genuinely touched by the support and donations offered by so many people. An enormous amount of preparation was needed beforehand and the only clouds on the horizon were the dirty black ones forecast for that particular weekend. However, due to all the crossed fingers and toes, the day was bright, albeit a little windy, but dry! Support was good, young and old mingling together. There were ideas to cater for every whim from toys, tombola and teas to football and face-painting; skittles, sports and splat-the-rat to Bar and BBQ. The tug-of-war was a great success as was the lorry pull, although it was unfortunate that some teams had had to pull out. As usual the ladies showed their superiority! There was a terrific response in the number of people arriving in the evening for the Disco. Although a little chilly - a great time was had by all (especially after the arrival of a picnic rug to go around the legs!). A total of £969.14 profit was made from the Fete - a truly remarkable achievement by all involved. As you know, this year all profits are going to the Barton Meadow Recreational Area in order to provide a safe play and recreational area within the Village. It is hoped that the Fete will be reinstated as an annual event and to this end a meeting will be held on Friday 17th November 2000 in the Village Hall at 7.30 pm. All local Clubs and Committees are encouraged to attend in order to form a 'Village Fete Committee'. It is hoped that a different Club or Committee will benefit each year. HIGH BICKINGTON YOUTH JUDO CLUB
AUGUST 2000 GRADINGS Junior Grade Awards Sam Harper - Orange belt, 1 green stripe Primary Grade Awards Olivia Finn - White belt, 3 brown stripes MEMORIAL GATHERINGAt 11.00 am on Saturday 11th November there will be a gathering at the War Memorial in the Square at Atherington. Names will be read out and the vicar will give a short prayer. This will be followed by coffee in the Tea Rooms. Those who wish to join in this act of remembrance are asked to attend by 10.50am. “Am I not always there ... where I am no longer ?” THE MANAGEMENT PAGE...and for any budding executives who read Ramblings, an illustration of modern management processes in action... The tribal wisdom of the Dakota Indians. passed on from generation to generation, says that when you discover that you are riding a dead horse, the best strategy is to dismount. In modern corporate life however, a whole range of far more advanced strategies is often employed, such as:
...this last point is very common and explains a lot !
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