Isle of Wight Times Sept 14th 1961: CLICK, CLICK, CLICK – Ryde Council is having to give serious consideration to an unusual question — whether or not to do away with the turnstiles on the ladies lavatories in the town. It has been known for them to stick, trapping the victim at a most inconvenient
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Isle of Wight County Press: Nov 6th 1926: FIRE – While electricians were carrying out repairs at Ellerslie, Ashey-road, the residence of Col. STAYNER, a lead gas pipe was melted and the gas mysteriously ignited at mid-day on Tuesday. The Fire Brigade turned out with their motor fire-engine, under Chief Officer JOLLIFFE, but on arriving
Isle of Wight County Press Oct 2nd 1926: BOROUGH DANCE FINALE – The final dance of the season, organised by Mr. A. J. WILLIAMS, on behalf of the Corporation, was held with much success at the Town-hall on Thursday. About a hundred were present, and REED’s band supplied the music. Some beautiful lighting effects were
Isle of Wight County Press: Sep 4th 1926: SWANMORE EMIGRANT – Mr. Arthur Charles DALLIMORE, who is well known in the Swanmore district, has embarked for Perth, Western Australia. His many friends will join in wishing him every success. Sep 4th 1926: THE LAST GALA – of the season was held in the Eastern-gardens on
Isle of Wight County Press Aug 7th 1926: RYDE REGATTA WEEK – Many of the yachts at Cowes will move today to Ryde for the four days’ racing, which will constitute the main feature of Ryde Week. The King’s Britannia will be an outstanding attraction in the races for which she is entered. With favourable
Isle of Wight County Press July 3rd 1926: TWO ADVERTS – Wanted Home for Baby Girl, age 2 months, moderate payment. Write County Press: For Sale Wireless, 3-valve, very handsome set, equal to new, complete with Ethovox loud speaker and accumulators, only 25 guineas, demonstration by appointment. Phone 27. July 17th 1926: LOCAL BANKRUPTCY –
Isle of Wight County Press Jun 5th 1926: WESTERN ESPLANADE – A delay in the transport of materials for the erection of a bandstand and shelter was caused by the recent strike. The work was to have been completed by Whitsuntide. A considerable portion of the iron-work has been delivered during the week, and the
Isle of Wight County Press May 1st 1926: POSTAL PRESENTATION – A pleasant ceremony took place at the Post Office on Friday week, when Mr. William BURT, who has served for 26 years as a postman, was presented with a handsome tapestry arm-chair as a mark of affectionate esteem from his fellow employees. Mr. W.
Isle of Wight County Press: Apr 3rd 1926: SPRING FAIR – A grand spring fair is advertised to be held at the Town-hall on Wednesday and Thursday next in aid of the fund for rebuilding the organ at Holy Trinity Church. £1000 is required, and over £500 has already be realised. The opening will be
Isle of Wight County Press: Mar 6th 1926: DANCE FOR HOSPITAL FUNDS – As the result of a dance organised by Mr. S. R. BIRD at the Pier-pavilion on Thursday week £3. 12s. was raised for the County Hospital Building Scheme. REED’s orchestra supplied the music and over 100 spent a pleasant evening. The Pavilion