h March, 1989, Wednesday, 29th March, 1989. THE TEESDALE MERCURY vo titles FOOTBALL 9 GOLF Top athletes get Jackson starts off Ralph Woodhead and their club awards big goal spree Mark Poole win In the Crook and District League from Eric Gates the leaders Middleton were at Easter trophies Footballer Eric Gates present­ home to second-placed Brand on. ed awards at the annual prize Middleton 'had been beaten by them Ralph Woodhead won the Easter giving night of Teesdale in the league, but were in no mood Egg Cup at Barnard Castle Golf Athletic Club. He congratulated to let the .points slip again. Club on Monday with an excellent all the winners. Middleton started well, scoring score of 74-11-63. The day was fine Those who .took the main awards two in the first five minutes through and warm particularly in the after­ were as follows, for track and field Darren Jackson, and another three noon, but Ralph had set a score events, with runners-up in brackets. before half-time through Neil Wat­ early in toe day which proved Minor girls: Angela Gee (Elaine son, 'Malcolm Anderson and Kevin impossible to beat. Raw); girts, Karen Moore (Tanya Biown, Brandon were totally out­ In second place was C. Moore Brass); senior ladies, Rachael classed again in the second half, I with a good 76-12-64. He was Weston (Jean Blackett); boys, Ian with another six goals being scored Holding the Turk's Head Challenge Trophy are Vic and Sue followed by J. W. Anderson 76-11- Holliday (Jamie Wallace); youths, by Matthew Weston,Michaei Wat­ Thompson of the Turk's Head. With them are Eric Dye and John 65, J. Clarke 79-14-65, G. Wood Philip Collings (Steven Johnston); son, Neil Watson, Malcolm Ander­ Charlton, rival managers of Barnard Castle Athletic and Glaxo 78-13-65, R. Wood 76-11-65, D. junior men. James Douglas (Andrew F.C., who will be trying to win the Impressive prize. McDougali 82-16-66, M. Brown son, Darren Anderson and Malcolm GwiMiam); senior men, Ken Sander­ The track and field winners. At the back are Ken Sanderson. Karen Makepeace. advertising space on the boards 71-14-67, G. L. Dixon 72-5-67, J. son (Peter Holliday). Moore, Rachel Weston and Angela Gee. In front are James Douglas Eggleston 71-4-67, R. Atkin 86- Ian Holliday and Phillip Collins. Brandon managed to score one] Better days ahead around the pitch. In toe cross country season the o compete last year 18-68, J. Atkinson 82-14-68 and award .winners were: Minor girls, but were cruelly exposed at the back. | The ground facilities have been G. Duncan 81-13-68. Final score 11-1, keeping Middle- for dale club in Elaine Raw (Susanne Young); girls, pictured with the improved, and there is an optimistic The Bantam Cup for those -with she brought back to ton four points dear at the top feeling that after some time fijjjjH Tanya Brass (Karen Moore); inter­ handicaps of 19 and over was won i The Bank, Barnard | of division one. mediate ladies, Elizabeth Kipling; Northern League? doldrums the new image will rub by Mark Poole with an exceptional off on the players. senior ladies, Rachael Weston With a lot of new interest score of 80-19-61. But A. Bryce (Anne Herron); veteran ladies, Stonebank’s charge Jim Coates, the secretary, who with 81-19-62 was only one stroke being shown in Evenwood used to be a licensee in Barnard Carole Holliday (Maureen Raw). kin is champ F.C., Teesdale's only team in behind. Colts, David Miller (Paul Bate­ Castle, hopes some supporters from Third place was taken by C. amino drive of Eggles- brings safety the Northern League, there are man); boys, Ian Holiday; youths, the town and other parts of Tees­ Thorne with 86-22-64 then came ommittee was held in hopes that there will be a Philip Codlings (Lee Brass); junior Survival in Division I now seems dale will start attending home G. Race 85-20-65, C. Bates 65-19-66,' Mage Hall. It brought great revival on the pitch too. men, James Douglas (Steven Holli­ assured for Barnard Castle after matches next season or even1 A. Foster 89-22-67, J. Charlton successful winter series There are sighs that p i the day); senior men, Ken Sanderson a comfortable victory over fellow I I wards the end of this one. |__ 93-25-68, G. GeM 87-19-68 and R. e open weather. . activity behind the scenes will be (Alan Bray); veteran men, Dennis stragglers Hole in the Wall. ■ Guy Fisher, who has been ap­ Jones 94-26-68. ■en tables were in play, followed by success on the field, Gee (Kenny Bowron). But the visitors proved difficult pointed commercial manager, says was E. Alderson, III and that by next season there will Awards for most improved to. break down. In the end a search-1 he is encouraged by the extra CHESS ^install 117, I Brown be big crowds watobing the matches. athletes went |o; Trade and field, ing cross from Stonebank crashed! port he is being promised. Weekly Neville Cotig rove of CA Roofing, draw tickets will he on sale around Carolyn Bray and Shaun Thornton. into the net off a defender to hftl Cross country, Amanda Gibson, nets were T BeH, M. who is now chairman of the dub the area, and agents are being the town to safety. Behind even before Thomas Deacon and Timothy Best. ’. Waitson S. Mason, committee, is encouraging others to appointed. | Chances were always available I There was applause for the girts P. Peart, B. Geil, V. give their support in the early “There is a wonderful atmosphere I for the town, Ambler looking who won their section of toe . Waikon, A. Bousfield, stages, feeling Bvenwood can again at the moment, and we all believe start of contest especially likely, while Foster shot N.Y.S.D. league—Susanne Young, rize Denise Green, became a power in the league. that the good times will soon be just wide. Ball controlled the bade Barnard Castle played away to Elaine Raw, Victoria Henshaw, championship for the CA Roofing is providing valuable back at the football dub, with j Richmond one short so started a Cross country winners. At the back are James Douglas, Ken e total of three cards I four while having a header cleared sponsorship and other firms are also Kiretin Weir, Amanda Gibson and Sanderson, Carol Holliday, Rachel Weston, Tanya Brass and Dennis I off the line at the other end. large crowd cheering on a success­ game down. Lisa Whitfield. Gee. In front are David Miller, Elaine Raw. Ian Holliday and PhiHin / W. Parkin with 344 rallying round, mainly by taking ful team,” said Guy. Board 1: Peter Buchanan con­ Collins. 117, lioj: The usual Blackett was a spectator but tip­ ped over expertly when called on. tinued his good results by obtain­ rid. ing an early advantage, which he show chairman, Beta The winner came with 20 minutes and Richard Wiper 110 who v Next part of your remaining after Stonebank set off sustained. He worn after two hours’ iked those who donated the only century makers with play. au of the discontinued 1 on a charge down the left. Result Richard making a unique record Meet 10 training I fO. Board 2: Frank Little seems to ir to help and support Juniors again take of being the only junior to score be dogged by ill-luck and followed Barnard Castle: Blackett, Ross,] a century for toe 1st XI. I The next suggested programme drives. A new series his trend to lose in the end game. for training for the Meet 10 run the autumn. . Dodds, Foster (capt.), Howson, [ 1 club’s main honours The dedicated treasurer, Malcolm Board 3: Tony Little played a is as follows: Ball, Donald, Manikin, Murray, better game. Although two pawns At the annual meeting of Ether- White, reported a healthy balance. Ambler, Stonebank; subs. Smith, down, a draw was assured. Schedule A: Sunday, 50-60 mins ley Cricket Club, after two minutes’ The officials and committee Simpson. Board 4: John Stoker was prom­ of easy running; Tuesday, 35 mins silence in memory of Mrs E. Allen thanked for toe hard work they oted one board and won a tense as last Tuesday; Thursday, 30 mins eers plant land Mr L. Graham, secretary had put in during the year, especial­ Rowlandson notches ly those involved hi running bingo struggle after 40 moves. Result: steady; Friday or Saturday, 25-30 David Crane gave a comprehensive 2±2l mins easy. > and trees report on the past season. sessions, entertainment, number smart hat-trick draw and domino handicap as well It confirms toe opinion that if Schedule B: Sunday, 10 miles on and footpath voluo- easy. Don’t try a time trial over Most improved athletes. In front of Shaun Thornton are Tim Best, I Pride of place went to the juniors as work on the ground. The 1 the team plays to standard, there is Tom Deacon, Amanda Gibson and Karen Bray. to enhance the laod- Bowes had an easy win against [who won the John Dee Cup, south ladies upheld ,their reputation as not that much to separate them the Meet 10 course. Save your d Middleton by plant- bottom of the league SpennithorneJ I sect ion of the league and champron- did the catering ones and toe from toe rest and toe position in energy for May. But if you must e and 100 trees and scoring seven without reply. Pauli I ship play-off, just fading to make cleaner and bar staff who had lots the league is not a true reflection. run over toe route try toe opposite held owned by Mis B. Kirby opened the scoring, and a clean sweep previously achieved of help from a hard working c' way round. irklees, Town Head, James Rowlandson added two 1—11986. mxttee man. Bridge results in Barnard Castle Tuesday, 7-9 miles as last Tues­ eluded hawthorn, bird more before half-time. on Friday: N/S—il, Mr Mitchell i day. Thursday, 6 males easy. Friday __ |t is worth mention how the j . The chairman, Harry Allen, dos­ and Mrs Knight; 2, Mr and Mrs :h, rowan, hazel and During the second half Row­ I play-off was won. In the 24 overs ed toe meeting in thanking the Rowe; 3, Mrs Bailey and Mrs or Saturday, 4-5 miles and include ». The volunteers were landson completed his hat-trick, ILanohester batted all through to members for their attendance and Collins. B/W—-1, Mr Knight and Mr some one-minute or 300-400 metres ird Castle, Gainford: with further goals coming from [reach a total of 121 without losing support. Payne; 2, Mr Harding and Mrs faster bursts. Build these up slowly and Spennymoor. They Ken Luck, Brian Donald and Steve ■ wicket. After an Etherley opener Officers elected were: Patron, W. Owen; equal 3, Mrs Blgey and and always try to relax during toe Mrs Richardson, Mr and Mrs j efforts. Jog recovery between. meonc from Hertford ^ Guy to complete the spree. l a s run out for 0 a stand of 76 G. Franklin; president, R. Tallen- Brown, Mrs Bateman and Mrs j vas on holiday. <: Bowes: T. Luck, T. Wilson, M. by Steve Urwin 47 not out, and tire; chairman, 1] Allen; general Wilson. PETER HOLLIDAY, Club Coach. Seaman, the organiser, Thompson, A. Robinson, D. How- [Mark Mahon 33, John Dalton went secretary, D. Crane; assistant good to see people son, D. Donald, I. Dent, B. Donald, I to score 30 not out for Etherley secretary, D. Hinge; match secre­ a a wide area to lean captain, A. Chapman; Mrs J. Russel welcomed mem­ over £8. She also gamed second and Kristin Weir. In front are Susan Yoimg, Elaine Raw and An-an da Gibson. Lisa Whitfield was also in the team. eak conservation hoK- Bamingham, on a date to be fixed. Individual records of the three vice-captain, D. Wilson 2nd XI bers and visitors to our March place in the brass ornament con­ : season, as has bees teams can be seen on the notice captain, H. Balmer; vice-captain, meeting. Mrs E. Harrison dealt test, first place going to Mrs Good- ) North Yorks Moon board although reference can be D. Allison; committee, M. Bartow, quickly with correspondence. Names son with an original piece made PIERlCBBRIDGE the absence of the president, Mrs k. Such holidays would D a y at C a l v a r y made to A. Akbar (pro) 116 not D. Mason, N. Mahaffey, J. Farmer, were taken for members wishing from a wartime shell case. The Pattison, who was on holiday. hth the ideas for gnat ■jit,' Alan Chapman 114 not out E. Young and D. Hoffingwortfa. to attend the spring group meeting. raffle was won by Mrs Anderson. Mrs E, (Brown, president, opened Names were taken for the group it forward by the Good Friday dawned toe meeting at which there was a Clear and bright, Our social secretary completed meeting in Barnard Castle. Commiasiion.” 4;S The motto was read by Mis M. good attendance. Mrs C. Bainbridge Crowds did gather Hcatowaite. The roll call was news­ arrangements for a trip to Okla­ A tapestry to be entered by iteers have worked on To see the sight will represent toe institute at toe paper cuttings, always a favourite. homa a the Civic Theatre and a Staindrop for toe competition at in Teesdale, Weaidale Of men, that were future shopping trip to York on A. G-M. in London and Mrs P. that meeting was worked by Mrs Condemned to die, A hairdressing demonstration was Hodgson will attend tire agenda ton over the last four . Lifted high and crucified 6th May. Next month, we look F. Jackson. There followed a n the last year ban given by Trimmers of Bishop Auck­ conference. At Calvary. land. Four members had their hair forward to a lecture on etnbroideiy. musical evening when we were 130 man-days of work styled. An attractive range of The delegate at the county annual entertained by the lovely voice of I at Middleton is > Three Crosses that day Carpenter made, waiting clothes were modelled by manne­ ROMALDKIRK meeting at Spennymoor will be Mrs Mass Megan Jones accompanied by ie of what people with For three, there to be nailed. quins from Something Special. W. M. Hampton. Four members Mrs Raine on toe piano. n the countryside am The president, Mrs C. Iceton, Joah and Aram, proven thieves, The competition for three dyed wH be visiting Newton Rigg agri­ They gave a varied and enter­ do in a simple yd On each side of Jesus welcomed members to the March j taining programme with toe theatre eggs was won by Mrs I. Watson; cultural centre in April and toe r to improve their on For all to see, meeting. Mrs Joan Anderson who j as toe theme, including light opera They were crucified, 2, Mrs J. Russell. The vouchers institute will be joining toe group had recently been in hospital wrote At Calvary. kindly donated by Trimmers were outing to York in May. songs from musicals, a monologue an commented: “Mu to thank members for a card and and poems. They were thanked by won by Miss D. Wallace and Miss d be congratulated os High rose the sun. plant. A letter was also received It was decided that a donation E. Sams, one of our visitors. Mrs Jellicoe. d efforts in enhancing s Scorching and burning from Mrs Joan Clasper who has be sent to Denman Travel Fund The raffle was won by Mrs R. Three tortured figures, An enjoyable evening ended with of Teesdale. Although moved to Mickleton. in memory of Mrs A. Salter. We Soaito. Their pain was searing, refreshments. A special vote of leme, it is an example’ "Save us,” screamed Aram also agreed to support tire Red thanks was given by Mrs P. Watson, i It was decided to send £10 to lowed by cither people, Tf you be Christ, Gross annual appeal as we have Leave Him. said Joah, toe Denman Travel Fund in done previously and Mrs Place a major beneficial He only did right BARNARD CASTLE memory of Mrs Agnes Salter. volunteered to make the village le landscape at a rime I Arrangements for our 70th birth­ Ready for rally hedges and wildlife Suddenly the sun was gone, ■ ____I I S i S B Our March meeting was well collection. attended for a leoture and demon­ day in April wore discussed. There At toe latest meeting of Barnard be threatened.” The sky turned black, P I n i I1 milli Hmm Evans, younger sisters, Michelle Wright, the bride­ Invitations to attend their birth­ The days grew cold, [daughter of Mins Marie Evans and groom’s sister, and Gemma White stration on brass rubbing by Mr had been a good response to invita­ day celebrations were gladly accept­ Castle Young Farmers’ Club mem­ As mighty winds roared the late Mr Michael Evans of 571 and Claire Richards, toe bride’s H. Nixon. He talked about the tions. Members were reminded that ed, from GLeasby and Stapleton bers completed entries for toe And thunder rolled. craft classes start on 11 to April. county rally. The sports day is garage has been ap People hushed, no longer bold, Churchill Road, Barnard Castle, nieces. history of toe art and how work­ and from Manfieid W.I. Members Mr M. Malia of 45 As Jesus sighed and quietly died [was married at Barnard Castle] The older ones wore peach satin shops to promote it have developed It was agreed by all members will visit Denton W.I. at their on Sunday, 14th May, and the Barnard Castle. At Calvary. Parish Church to Mr Darren Brian dresses and carried fiower posies to in various parts of toe country. that this year’s charity should be coffee evening. j rally on Saturday, 20th May. the Leukaemia Unit at Darlington Peter Kipling was welcomed as Jesus was lowered, I Wright, soldier son of Mr and Mrs match the bride’s. The younger Our closest centres are in Dur­ The speaker, Mrs V. Metcalfe Taken from His Cross, [Brian Wright of Preston, Lanca­ girls wore white satin dresses trim­ ham and York, but it is possible Memorial Hospital and a special from Stamdrop, entertained us with a new member. The next meeting A G E ? Laid in a tomb shire. The Rev. Piers Davey con­ med with peach bows and carried to pursue the hobby in local event will be held later. a fascinating demonstration of tiny wiH be held at Langleydale School Carved in a rock. ducted the ceremony. baskets of flowers. Craig White, churches for a small fee. Many Mrs Iceton welcomed Mrs Mavis flowers and models made with Community Centre next Tuesday at Mary, His mother and Hebdon who entertained with 7-30 p.m. It will take toe form of r ,:?i Friends did grieve, Given away by her brother, Mr the bride’s nephew, was page boy, colours are used apart from toe fondant icing. The competition for As with a huge stone, Mark Evans, the bride wore a full He wore a replica of the uniform usual brass, copper and silver. We monologues. They were humorous iced biscuits was won by 1, Mrs a games evening. New members are > The tomb forever was sealed. I length white satin dress with d of the bridegroom’s regiment. were invited to test our skills on and greatly appreciated by toe B. Brown; 2, Mrs R. Brown. The always welcome. the small brasses on display and members. Mrs Hebdon was thank­ Yet “forever” was not to be, pearl and embroidered lace bodice, Best man was Fat Connelly. surprise parcel was given by Mrs were proud of our efforts. ed by Mrs D. Badnbridge. The com­ For on the third day She had a pearl tiara and her three- Ushers were Dennis Richards, toe Andrew and won by Miss M. Officials of Heighington Y.F.C., Angels sang with joy. quarter length veil was trimmed bride’s brother-in-law, Peter Curley, The formal business was dis­ petition was won by Mrs C. Iceton; 'Brown. The next meeting is on which celebrates its 60th anniver­ ILLS As Heavenly might with pearls. She carried a bouquet the bride’s cousin and John Wood. cussed especially plans for the 2, Mrs D. Braitowaite. Thursday, 13th April, at 6-45 p.m. sary in April; are hoping to con­ Smote that boulder tight, of peach and cream roses with The couple are to make their home group meeting next month. A A quiz set by Mis B. Oliver was tact former members or anyone As it rolled away STAINDRGP connected with any other local The tomb filled with light; freesia and gypsophila. in StartfortE. tapestry worked by Mis Elvidge was jointly won by Mis J. Fraser, At the March meeting members jY.F.C. in its early days. Anyone i. Ud. hi radiance stood the Risen Christ Bridesmaids were Allison Richards forwarded for toe competition. Mrs Mrs D. Badnbridge and Mrs B. from that era can contact Tracy LOUISE RAINE. Picture: John Winter, Jenkinson organised a successful Jarvis. were welcomed by Mrs Jellicoe in Hope on Dartkigton 483323. | Balmer Hill, Gainford. and Caroline White, the bride’s