In December our Research Team added biographical information to 37 records on the website.
This lovely portrait of the Hollis children was taken in Arthur Debenham's Ryde studio in 1899.
A century ago the Isle of Wight Observer had several columns on subjects of general interest. Some of the articles make amusing reading today.
RSHG held their January Member's Meeting at the George Street Centre and despite lots of apologies and pretty nasty weather, 34 people attended.
A free family event on Saturday 24 January 2015 at the George Street Centre 10:00am to 4:00pm. All welcome!
You are invited to the RSHG quarterly meeting on Saturday 10 January 10:30 am at the George Street Centre, Ryde
The Countess Metaxà gave a grand party on Thursday evening. The musical programme was arranged by Messrs. Conduit and Salter.
Almost 60 people dropped in to join us for our Victorian Christmas Celebration at Ryde Cemetery on Wednesday 10th December between 11am and 2pm.
In November our Research Team added biographical information to 43 records on the website.
100 years ago as the people of Ryde were preparing for Christmas their thoughts were also with their Boys at the Front. Selfridges offered a service to send comfort to the Front for those who could afford it.