1953 the Banffshire Advertiser Cost 2 ½ D
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1 1953 The Banffshire Advertiser cost 2 ½ d Jan 1 Christmas versus Hogmanay - A report on page one said how Christmas was fast taking over from the New Year. 90% of children in Buckie now hung their stockings up at Christmas compared to 30 years before when the reverse was the norm. Shopkeepers, too, said that trade was far busier during the week leading up to Christmas than the following week before Hogmanay. Those with advertisements in the paper were – F. Ritchie, 72 East Church Street, Ladies and Gents Outfitters also Household goods. Central Fruit Store – 3 High Street, Fruit and Vegetables of all kinds Cluny Cleaners , 5 High Street. Webster’s Garage, 55 West Church Street. The Studio, Portessie, Modern Photography. Cluny House Hotel, Stephen’s Restaurant , Breakfast, Lunch and Teas George Robertson, Draper. Cullen. E. Smith Burnside Stores, Findochty. Thos. W. Lang, ,Optician. 29 West Church. Cole, Hairdresser, Cluny Square. The Little Wonder, Mrs A. M. Brookman, sole proprietor, 37 East Church Street. Charles Robertson, Cycle and Radio Engineers, 14 East Church Street. Alexander Reid and Son, Coal Merchant, Commercial Road. Funeral Undertakers – A. Hendry and Sons, Land Street. A. Campbell and Sons, Baron Street. Moray Firth Furnishing Company, 37 West Church Street and 17 High Street. The Ladies Shop, 39-41, West Church Street. A. Paterson and Son, Grocers etc, 22 Main Street. Alex Esson, Draper and Outfitter, Cluny Square. James Mackay, Draper, Outfitter , Carpets etc, 5 East Church Street. James M. Russell, Motor and Tractor Engineer, Star Garage, Bridgend. Wm. Douglas, Fireplaces, Bank Street and Highland Railway Yard. John Taylor, Butcher, Main Street. Chimney Sweep, P. McIvor, Drybridge. Lockhart Timber Merchant, C/o Commercial Hotel, Hardwood blocks delivered in Buckie at £2.5 - ton Fruit trees and rose bushes, A. Imlah, 10 High Street. Hepworths 13a and 17 East Church Street. Davidsons Stores, Bridge Place – Groceries, China Ware, Fancy Goods, Hardware, Outside advertisers included – B. and M. Outfitters, Elgin. Henderson, House Furnishers, Elgin. Lovies, Wool, Macduff. Thank you note- Miss Margaret Innes, 5 William Street, Buckpool had a note in the local paper thanking those responsible for the cheque she had received from Buckie Welcome Home Fund. This was the only thank you note that was seen although a letter, written in a sarcastic tone by ‘The Lone Piper’ did make mention of it. 2 Dances were still popular, many being ran to raise funds to celebrate the forthcoming Coronation of Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh. Among the places holding dances were - Deskford, Portessie, Portknockie, Shielburn, and Arradoul. Dances were also to take place in the Town House by Arradoul Youth Club and also in the Fishermen’s Hall. In the Playhouse - One of the films showing this week was “The Importance of Being Earnest” Spike In this edition one can read the fifth instalment of his serial ‘Horror Of The Hill’. Jan 8 Buckie man killed - Mr William Lobban, whose home address was 18 Anton Street, was killed in an accident at London Docks. The Thistle lose - Inverness Caley beat Buckie Thistle at home. The score was 3-1. Team – Rennie, Tough and Dutch; Thain, Valentine and Jeffrey; Donaldson, Buchan, Stewart, Hendry and Morrice. It was said that McIntyre, who was absent through injury, had been missed. Jan 15 Nothing worth noting Jan 22 “ “ “ Jan 29 New organ - The Methodist Church was full on Sunday to hear the dedication and opening of the new organ. The honour of unlocking the organ was given to 93 years old ‘Granny’ Smith , whose late husband had been a dedicated supporter of the Methodist Church. She was brought to the church by car driven by one of her sons, Mr William smith JP , Solicitor, Craigendarroch, Cliff Terrace. The minister, Rev. George Howarth, dedicated the organ. Official Guide – A new Official Guide to Buckie had been printed and was now on sale. Buckpool Celtic Dance - The local Welfare League team who had long been prominent in the dance field, attracting to Buckie such bands as Jimmy Shand, The Hawthorn and others, had an advert in the paper stating how Charlie Pressley, Fraserburgh , was to play at a dance in the St Andrew’s Hall on Monday, 2 February. Buckie plays for Queens Park - John Valentine played for Queens Park on Saturday. There is some reason for believing that he might be joining the Glasgow amateur side. Feb 5 The Big Storm - The local paper had on its front-page photographs of some of the damage done during the storm, which hit the local area during the night and morning of 30/31 st January 1953. A full report is also given. **** Cullen man was royal gardener - Thomas Hay, a native of Cullen, whose home was at South Castle Street , and who served his time as a gardener at Duff House, later came to be in charge of two parks in London also Buckingham Palace gardens. Feb 12 Defeat for Buckie Thistle - Buckie were beaten by five goals to one at Victoria Park by Ayr United. The paper report said how Buckie had let north football down . The team was – Rennie, Tough and Leask; Thain, Dutch and Jeffrey; Donaldson, Buchan, McIntyre, Hendry and Stewart. The critics were saying that McIntyre should not have been chosen as he appeared not to be fit. 3 Feb 19 Enzie Amateur Dramatic Society - The play put on last Thursday and Friday by the Enzie players was ‘Bachelors are Bold’. Those taking part were – Willie Potts, Miss Mary Duncan, Mrs Frieda McLean, George Grigor, Miss Meg McKay, Willie Palmer, Alex Wyllie, Mrs M. B. Johnston, Miss Elsie Barber, W. F. Johnston, Miss Nancy Anderson, Miss Jessie Anderson, Mrs M. Grant and Mrs J. Farquhar played the spinster sisters. It seemed odd that two other companies chose to do the same play – Cornhill Players and the Dramatic Section of Rathven WRI. Teams in the Welfare League - Seafield Albion, Buckpool Celtic, Buckie Rovers, Central Hibs (Keith), Buckie Athletic and Arradoul. Mar 12 Buckie Coronation Fund - This had now reached close on 3500 with a donation of £100 being given by Buckie Welfare Society. A door to door collection had raised a considerable amount though a number of people gave large sums, the names being given in the paper. ‘Smoking Concert - Buckie and District Branch British Legion were to hold a Smoking Concert in the Commercial Hall on Friday 27 March. W. R. Campbell, secretary. ‘The Provost’s Chain’ was the play to be performed by the Spey Bay Dramatic Club in the Spey Bay Hall. Mar 19 Poem by Mairi Calder - A poem titled the ‘Voice of Spring’ written by Mrs Calder, Farnachty, was found on the front page. Death of Queen Mary - Word of this together with a note of condolence from the town is also found in this copy. Apr 2 New organ for the North Church - A new organ was to be dedicated on Sunday 5 th April 1953. ‘Horror on the Hill’ - The last edition of Spike’s serial is found in this edition. Buckie Tailor and Outfitter to retire - Alex Hay, who had been in business in the town for close on fifty years was advertising that he was to close the Men’s Department on West Church Street A big sale was to take place. Apr 9 Chance for Findochty youth - Sandy McKenzie was given his chance to play at centre forward for Buckie Thistle against Rothes. Apr 16 Fishmeal factory - There was some possibility that a fish meal factory might be set up in Buckie. When the matter was being discussed at a Town Council meeting the smell that emanates from such a factory was mentioned. Provost Reid said that if it helped the unemployment in the town we would bear the smell. Tarring ropes – The local paper carried a photograph of fishermen tarring their ropes in preparation for the summer fishing. Football - Buckie Rovers won the Duncan Shield after beating Buckpool Celtic by three goals to two at Victoria Park. The reporter described the match as being lacking in thrills with the number of spectators was few. Changed days, he said, from twenty years before in terms of the standard of football and people drawn to watch. Apr 23 New Council - Retiring councillor Jimmy Lawson topped the poll in the election ahead of two new members, George Smith and Thomas Lang with Charles Shearer being returned in fourth place. Two former councillors, John Scott and John P. Buchan were unsuccessful. 4 Columnists – Spike and ‘Wanderer’ who had written an article titled – ‘Buckie’s Night Life’. New Minister – Rev A.L. Mackenzie MA (33) was inducted at Rathven Parish Church this week. He is a native of Sutherlandshire and was previously at Lochgilphead. Apr 30 Buckie Singer - Miss Frances Hutchison, the 16 year old daughter of Mr and Mrs George Hutchison, 14 Baron Street, one of Buckie’s most talented young singers gained first class certificates in the open and oratorio and second class in the 16- 18 class at the music festival in Aberdeen. The adjudicator described her voice as being really beautiful with a lovely tone and considered that she had a great future. Last year at Aberdeen and Edinburgh she gained 1st class and 2 nd class certificates. May 7 Hawthorn Band - Buckpool Celtic are to have the Hawthorn Broadcasting Band to play at a dance in the St Andrews Hall on Friday 15 and Saturday 16 th May. Buckie Coronation Celebrations - As part of the Coronation celebrations a Carnival Dance is to take place in the Fishermen’s Hall on Wednesday 3 rd June. Admittance 2/6 with an open buffet.