20 Church Bells and Illustrated Church i\ews. December >, 1905.

D owlish-W ake, Somerset.—A meeting has been held :: BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. the question of the much-required work of a complete ree::ra'.::r. : '.a- church bells, which have been out of order for some tim e :e : r.:: Cole 0: be rung. The Rev. F. H. Mules (chairman) said he was pleased t: oe CHANGE-RINGING. able to inform the parishioners that the money for res:::.on the hells was now collected, and that he would give another bell A mrmory :: Middlesex County Association and London Diocesan Guild. his twenty-fifth year amongst them. Mr. Rowswell : --i 01 so re­ work should be commenced at once, which was earned unaoiin onsly. A t St. M ary’s, Lambeth, o n November 18th, a peal of Superlative The work will be entrusted to Mr. T. Doble, of Taunt:r. and :: is h:pei Surprise M ajor, 5088 changes, in 3 hrs. 5 mins. Tenor, 19 cwt. that the bells will be ready to be rung at Easter. Reuben Charge .. 1 Charles Dickens B ell-ringers at Huyton, Lancs. — The monthly meeting of the John E. Baker Bertram Prewett. . 2 Lancashire Association of Change-ringers, Liverpool Diocesan ISrai. William Pye Isaac G. Shade .. 3 was held at Huyton, the ringers of West Derby, Tuebrook, Grassenial-. John R. Sharman, George F. Swann,. ,, 4 Woolton, Farnworth, and Huyton being represented. A t 4.30 they ms: Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by Bertram Prewett. in the church tower, and three peals of 720 were rung. It was abc 0: twenty-five years ago since a full peal was rung at Huyton, and it is The Essex Association, owing to the fact that the bells have recently been repaired that this was able to be accomplished last week. After ringing, the members A t St. Margaret’s, Barking, Essex, on November 25th, a peal of adjourned to the schoolroom, where the monthly business was conducted. D o u b l e N o r w ic h C o u r t B o b M a j o r , 5184 changes, in 3 hrs. 10 mins. Mr. E. Rimmer being in. the chair. A vote of thanks was accorded the Tenor, 22J cwt. Vicar and Churchwardens for allowing the use of the bells. Rowland Fenn . , 1 Alfred J. T. Carter 5 Henry E. Parker* .. 2 Albert C. Hardy . . 6 W elshpool Bell-ringers. — The annual meeting of the Parish ■George H. Barker,. .. 3 Caleb Fenn 7 Church Bell-ringers was held in the belfry. The Vicar (Rev. D. G :.~- aldi Davis) presided, and the Hon. Secretary (Rev. T. Merlin Davies George W. Faulkner .. 4 Thomas Faulkner .. 8 was also present. The statement of accounts for the year was presented [* First Composed by A. Craven, and conducted by Caleb Fenn. by the Hon. Secretary, and after all disbursements, the funds showed s peal in the method with a bob-bell.J balance in hand of £1 15s. 9d., which was considered very satisfactory. The accounts were duly passed. Two members were appointed to colltc-: The Central Northamptonshire Association. the Christmas subscriptions. A vote of thanks was accorded the Rev A t St. Peter’s, Irthlingborough, on November 2otb, Lates's One-part Merlin Davies for his indefatigable services as Hon. Sceretary, and a peal of Stedman Triples, 5040 changes, in 2 hrs 48 mias. similar compliment was also passed to the Vicar for presiding and for the Anderson Y. Tyler .. 1 Alfred H. Martin , interest evinced by him at all times in connection with the ringers. James Garratt .. . . 2 James Houghton, jun. . . 6 Both gentlemen having responded, the meeting terminated. Frederick Palmer ,. ., 3 Walter Perkins (conductor) 7 Bolney, Sussex.—The famous Bilney bells . are undergoing a John J. Mawby . . 4 Samuel Fosskett* .. 8 thorough refit, and are consequently silent for the time being. . The [* First peal, and was elected a member previous to starting.] work, however, is well in hand, and it is promised that it w ill be com­ pleted in time for the Christmas peals. The cost of the renovation of fittings, &c., will be £150, and the parishioners are subscribing liberally The Hertfordshire Association. to the fund. The work of erecting the new lychgate at Bolney Church A t St. James’, Bushey, Herts, on November 2oth, a peal of S u p e r l a ­ has also commenced. This is the gift of Mr. E. Huth, J.P., of Wyke- tive Surprise M ajor, 5056 changes, in 2 hrs. 55 mins. Tenor, 13 cwt. liurst. The base is to be of Sussex marble, the superstructure of oak, healed in with Horsham stone. It will be one of the t : - : “ tzgsz; Maurice F. R. Hibbert .. 1 Wm. G. Whitehead . . 5 Mid-Sussex. John R. Sharman .. .. 2 Harry A. Horrex .. .. 6 Frederick W . Brinklow .. 3 Edward Whitebread .. 7 Henry Hodgetts .. .. 4 Ernest E. Huntley .. 8 NOTICES. Composed by H. Dains, and conducted by Ernest E. Huntley. The London County Association (late the James's Srdet; — Notice is hereby given that a meeting for united practice and sc :-:jl The Lancashire Association. intercourse will he held to-morrow (9th), with the kind permission cf the Rectgr, the Rev. H . Mosley, at the church-of A ll Saints, Poplar. E B l a c k b u r n B r a n c h . The tower will be open for ringing from 4 p.m.— T. H. Tairenier. A t St. Bartholomew's, Colne, on December 2nd, a peal of T r e b l e Hon. Sec. Bob M ajor, in the Kent Variation, 5184 changes, in 3 hrs. 3 mins. Tenor, 16 cwt. Archdeaconry or Salop Guild. — The next quarterly meeting will be held at Wellington, to-morrow (9th). Ringing at 3 ' Robert Eoulds, sen.* ., 1 William Mallinson 5 Bussiness meeting at 4.30 p.m.—J. Mackay, Hon. Sec. John P. Foulds ,. .. 2 William H. Harrisonf . 6 Joseph Gotht .. . . 3 Abraham Lanet .. 7 East D erbyshire Association. — The next quarterly meeting — .11 Robert Foulds, jun. .. 4 William Heatonf.. 8 be held at Pentrich, to-morrow (9th). Tea at 5 p.m. M re:_g : ft-r Composed and conducted by William Mallison. * First peal t First —T. Allibone, Sec. peal in the method.]

Noticeable amongst the, features of Messrs. Huntley and Palmer’s enterprise this year are special assortments of biscuits packed in recep­ tacles which are remarkable either for their artistic grace, their thorough CHIYERS’ usefulness, or their suitability as Christmas presents. In a beautiful Doulton china casket, which may be used for many purposes besides that of holding biscuits, is offered a varied assortment of the well-known * Nursery Rhymes’ biscuits, which have become so popular with the children of all lands. An assortment of the choicest kinds of biscuits is presented in a work-basket of wicker— a useful article which makes Flavoured with a nice present. The Christmas biscuits are also sent out in an enamelled caddy or ornamented box with two lids, a richly decorated receptacle of Ripe Fruit a classic model in broDze in two colours is also packed with the biscuits. Juices, T h e well-known Borwick's Baking Powder is a highly useful pre­ paration in the making of bread, pastry, puddings, &e. The ingredients Chiver* 8c Sons, Ltd. of which it is composed have been found to be pure and of good quality, HISTON, CAMBRIDGE. and not in the least degree injurious,

Foundry Established 3j Centuries. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. M E A R S & S TAIN BANK, 2 r Per cent. INTEREST j g L . . 3 4 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON. E allowea on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST j j j | | PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly ..JB jllk. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old^ Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast, F ittin g s, & c ,f renewed™ Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOL?, ic. Apply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings. High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. £JD 1 ^, I 9 0 5 - 5 ^ Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews.

Beesley, 5; J. Fennel, 6; J. H. White (conductor). 7 : i. " BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. This is the first quarter-peal by the local band, and the first c-n me

Midsosier Norton, Somerset. —A t St. Jolm-the-Baptisrs, CHANGE-RINGING. Sunday, November 26th, for evening service, a quarter-real of G rani - sire Triples in 47 mins. by the local company of the Ba:n and V e_; The Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association. Diocesan Association. J. B. Holmyard, 1 ; J. R. Adams, 2 : F. speed, A t A ll Saints’, Newcastle-on-Tyne, on December 1st, Brooks’ Vari- 3; F. Chivers, 4 ; J. G. Hambleton, 5 ; G. R. Davis * (conductor ), 6 ^ . ation of Thurstans’ Four-part peal of Stedman Triples, 5040 changes, Clias. II. Shearn, 7; R. Jones, 8. [* First quarter-peal as conductor. in 2 hrs. 52 mins. Tenor, 19 cwt. Also on Sunday, December ICth, a quarter-peal of Grandsire Triples Alfred S. Hillier .. .. 1 Joseph E. II. Keen ,, 5 in 47 mins. J. B. Holmyard, 1; F. Chivers, 2; F. Speed, 3; J. R. George Dix .. ., 2 William II. Barber .. 6 Adams * (conductor), 4; J. G. Hambleton, 5 ; G, R, Davis, 6 ; Chas. George T. Potter .. .. 3 Oswald Simm* ., ,. 7 H, Shearn, 7 ; R. Jones, 8, [* First quarter-peal ag conductor,] Ernest E. Ferry (eondr.).. 4 Edward E. Hern .. 8 Rung to celebrate the sixty-first birthday of Queen Alexandra. A Veteran W ordsley Bell-ringer. — Mr. William Lawrence) 7* First peal of Stedhan away from the tenor.] of 19 Watery Lane, Wordsley, is the holder of some striking records. He was born at Wordsley on June 7th, 1828, and has lived uninter­ The Lincoln Diocesan Guild. ruptedly at his present cottage in Watery Lane for seventy-six years, A t the Parish Church, Caythorpe, Lincolnshire, on December 2nd) celebrated his golden wedding last month, and has been a bell-ringer of - a peal of Double Norw ich Court Bob M ajor, 5120 changes, in 3 hrs- Holy Trinity church for fifty-seven years, and retired from active work 12 mins. Tenor, 12 cwt. eight years ago, after having been in one situation for forty years. John P. Paley, sen.* .. 1 C. William Smithf , , 5 Despite his seventy-seven years Mr. Lawrence is fairly active, and John P. Paley, jun.* ,, 2 Arthur Mackears* .. 6 possesses more than average keenness for a man of his age. By trade Rupert Richardson .. 3 John Cragg* .. ..7 he is an iron-moulder, and for forty years he worked at Messrs. Brown John W. Wood .. .. 4 Rev. H. Law James .. 8 & Freer’s ironworks at Brockmoor, now controlled by Messrs. Roberts Composed by F. G. May, and conducted by the Rev. H. L. James. & Cooper. In celebration of his golden wedding a peal was rung on |[* First peal of Double Norwich, f First peal of Double Norwich Wordsley Church bells on November 23rd, and Mr. Lawrence left the with a bob-bell.] golden wedding celebrations at home in order to be one of the ringers. The Essex Association, He was one of the movers in the establishment of the Worcestershire Change-ringers’ Association, and rang in the only peal of 5040 changes A t St. Mary-the-Virgin, Stansted, Essex, on December 2nd, a peal rung at Holy Trinity Church. of Double Oxford Bob M ajor, 5010 changes, in 2 hrs. 54 mins. Tenor, 13 cwt. 1ST. Agnes (Cornwall) Church Bells. — Special services have George Gray .. .. 1 Thomas J. Watts .. ,. 5 been held in St. Agnes Parish Church, when the bells, recently recast George Jordan .. .. 2 Henry J. Tucker .. ., 6 and rehung, were dedicated by the Ven. Archdeacon Cornish, the newly- John Luckey . . . .. 3 William T. Prior.. .. 7 appointed Bishop-Suffragan of St. Germans. The work has been com­ Walter Prior .. .. 4 William Watts .. 8 pleted at a cost of £220. The expense of rebuilding the steeple, struck Composed by N. J. Pitstow. and conducted by William Watts. First by lightning last year, and rehanging the bells (£150) has been defrayed peal in the method by all the band. First in the method on the bells. by the parishioners. First peal in the method ever rung in the county of Essex; also the The Bath and W ells Change-ringers at Yatton. — The first by the above Association. Rung on the occasion of the Bishop of winter meeting of the Bath and Wells Diocesan Association of Change- St. Albans holding a Confirmation. ringers was held at Yatton, and the attendance was encouraging. A t Middlesex County Association and London Diocesan Guild, 4.30 there was a special service in Yatton Church for the ringers, the form of service for meetings of the Association being used. The opening A t St. Botolph’s, Bishopsgate, on December 2nd, a peal of Su f e r - hymn was ‘ Lifted high within the Steeple,’ which was followed by the l a t i v e S u r p r i s e M a j o r . 5120 changes, in 3 hrs. 20 mins. Tenor, general confession, absolution, and special Psalms. The Vica'r (the Rev. .20 cwt. F. A. Mather) read the lesson, and the Rev. E. A . Luff intoned the William Pye .', . . 1 John R. Sharman.. ,, prayers. The Rev. Christian Hartley (vicar of Cleeve) preached a most Bertram Prew ett., .. 2 William J. Nudds ., appropriate sermon upon the words, ‘ That the Word of God be not Isaac G. Shade .. .. 3 Reuben Charge ., .. 7 blasphemed ’ (Titus ii. 5). The preacher spoke of the good influence John D. Matthews .. 4 Ernest Pye 8 which that Church Bell-ringers’ Association was exercising all over the Composed by G. R. Pye, and conducted by William Pye, First diocese, stating that there was a marked improvement in the tone pre­ peal in the method on the bells. vailing in the belfries of the county as one result, and that more interest The London County Association, late the St. James’s Society, was being taken in the important and sacred work of church bell-ringing. London. He begged all to remember that the belfry was a part of God’s bouse, and that the art of ringing should be exercised to the glory of God, and A t St. John’s, Waterloo Road, on December 2nd, a peal of D o u b l e be used for the convocation of the faithful to praise and worship God’s Norwich Court Bob M ajor, 5184 changes, in 3 hrs. 5 mins. Tenor, Holy Name.— The members afterwards sat down to tea. The chair, :2Q cwt. in the regrettable absence of the Master of the Ringers (the Rev. Wm. Weatherstone ,, 1 Reginald Edwards ., 5 Geoffrey de Y. Aldridge), was occupied by Mr. T. G. Simmonds, sup­ Arthur N. Hardy .. .. 2 Alfred B. Peck ... .. 6 ported by the Vicar of Yatton Mr. A. E. Coles/of Bridgwater, the un­ Fredli. G. Perrin .. .. 3 Thomas Langdon .. ,. 7 tiring hon. secretary and treasurer of the Association; the Rev. E. A. Thomas Faulkner .. 4 James E. Davis .. 8 Luff, and thirty or more ringers from various parts of the diocese. (Composed by Henry Dains and conducted by James E. Davis. After the tea a short business meeting was held, the Chairman first ex­ The Society of Royal Cumberland Youths. tending a hearty welcome to the visitors. Dunster wa3 selected as the next meeting-place. Mr. A. E. Coles proposed a vote of thanks to the A t St. Martin-in-the-Fields, on December 2nd, a peal, of T r e b l e vicar and churchwardens of Yatton for the use of the church and bells, B ob M a x im u s , 5088 changes, in the Kent Variation, in 3 hrs. 45 mins. and to the preacher for his excellent address in the church. This was Tenor, 32 cwt. carried by acclamation. The Rev. F. A. Mather responded, and sail George Paice ,, ,, 1 Thomas Titchener ,, 7 how glad he was to see the Association in Yatton, and trusted that some James Parker .. .. 2 William Ward* .. •, 8 of the members might induce the Yatton band of ringers to join their Edwin Birnett, sen. .. 3 George A. Card* .. 9 Association, a wish which was heartily endorsed by the Chairman. The Charles H. Martin* .. 4 William Shimmans ,. 10 members then adjourned to the Yatton belfry, where peals were rung Herbert VV. Stanley* ., 5 Ernest S. Poll* ... , . 1 1 upon the eight fine hells, after which the ringers took train for their George B. Lucas .. ., 6 Thomas Card .. .. 12 widely scattered homes. The objects of the Association are threefold: Composed and conducted by James Parker. [* First peal of Treble (1) To recognise the true position of ringers as Church workers; (2) to "Twelve.] cultivate the art of change-ringing; (3) to promote order and good feel­ ing among the ringers. The report of 1905 showed a membership of Stoke, Coventry. — A t the Parish Chuvch, for evening service, a 772, and a balance in hand of upwards of £ 66. The financial position of quarter-peal of Grandsire Triples, 1260 changes, in 43 mins. E. the Association is therefore highly satisfactory. The Bishop of Bath Johnson, 1; R. Bosworth, 2; A. W . Flowers, 3; W . Maund, 4; W . and Wells is the President. BIRKBEGK BANK Foundry Established Centuries. ESTABLISHED 1851. M E A R S & ST AIN BANK, 2 i Per cent. INTEREST 34 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. .allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. -allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old. Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed, A d v an ces made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold.

A p p ly C. F. R ave n sc r o ft, Secretary, BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, fte. Southampton Building's. H igh Holbom . W .C. MiiainaT Wand Balls in Seta nn to S Octaves. Bell Rooea lunnliei Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews. [December 22, 1905.

Tuesday, December 25th (Christmas Day), 10 to 10.30 a.m. EDGBASTON CHURCH OF N GLAND Monday, December 31st (New-year’s Eve), 9 to 10 p.m. COLLEGE FOR GIRLS. And on the following Tuesday evenings, at 8 o’clock, for practice: January 2nd and 30th, February 20th, April 24th, May 22nd, Jane 19th, B i s h o p G o b e a n d S o c i a l W o r k . July 17th, August 14th, September 11th, October 9tb, November 6th, Yesterday week wees ’ certificate clay’ at the Edgbaston Church Besides St. Paul’s, the following is a list of churches at which mem­ . of England OoHege for Girls. It is an occasion' of great interest to bers of the Ancient Society of College Youths ring, and the nights they ' the pupils and parents, and, as usual, there was a large larttendaniee. meet for practice, 1906 . Sir W alter N . Fisher presided, and supporting him were the Bishop of Birmingham (president), the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress T w e l v e B e l l s . (Councillor and Mrs. Reynolds), Lady Holder, Lady Fisher, Canons St. Michael’s, Cornhill: Occasionally on Wednesdays, as announced Denton Thompson and Mansfield Owen, ithe Heiad Mistress (Miss at the Society’s meetings. Thomas), and Mr. H. Lafcin-Smith (secretary). St. Giles’, Cripplegate: Occasionally on Tuesdays, as announced The College, said Sir Walter Fisher in opening, load heen estab­ at the Society’s meetings. lished for many years. -From its start it had continued to give St. Saviour’s, Southwark : No practices—bells require rehanging. t education of the highest order, combined with distinct and definite St. Mary-le-Bow, Cheapside : Tuesday, January 16th, and every ■; religious instruction. In his judgment no education was complete four weeks. without such religious training. H© warmly congratulated Miss These and the St. Paul’s practices are the official meetings of the Thomas, Miss Gwyther (the assistant head mistress), and the staff Society, when, after ringing, business meetings are held at the ‘ Coffee ■ on the excellent year’s work. H e hoped parents would take ad­ Pot,’ Warwick Lane, E.G. vantage of their opportunities by advancing the claims of_ the T e n B e l l s . College. The inspector, in Ms report, said that _ the educational St. Magnus’, Lower Thames Street: Thursday, January lltb , at work of the College ‘ deserved high praise. Organization, adminis- 7.30 p.m., and every fortnight. 'tration, method, order, and discipline were satisfactory in, every A ll Hallows, Lombard Street: Occasionally. , respect, and the behaviour of the' pupils was without fault. An ex- St. Dunstan’s, Stepney: Monday, January 8th, and every fort­ ;; oellent tone pervaded the whole fife of the school, and the educa- night. 'tdoinal results were very high.’ St. Mary’s, Walthamstow : Saturdays, 7.30 p.m., and on Sundays The Bishop of Birmingham said he appreciated the good work for services. * of the College, from the point of view of the general education it St. Mary Abbots, Kensington: Tuesdays, 8 p.m. for practice, and on . gave, and also the instruction of a religious character. While he Sundays for services. • did mot want to proselytise, yet he felt that in all grades, land ranks E ig h t B e l l s . of life the right thing was that we should_ bengood of our kind. St. Matthew’s, Bethnal Green : Saturday evenings for practice, and ' Churchmen, needed to be true to their principles, and to know on Sundays for services. '■ thoroughly whalt they rtood for. He thought the same remark St. John’s, Hackney: First and third Saturdays in each month. applied to the members of other religious bodies. A great mistake St. Paul’s, Shadwell: Occasionally. wa,s mlade if the ideal of education, was to be regarded as that in St. Matthew’s, Upper Clapton: Thursday evenings. which children were brought up in a vague general atmosphere of St. Mary Matfelon, Whitechapel: Tuesday, January 9th, and every religion which did not meaa anything in particular. People needed) fortnight. to definitely understand the real strength of the principles of the St. Mary, Bow, E.: Thursday, January 4tb, and every fortnight, religious body to wliich they belonged. H is lordship said the pupils Christ Church, Spitalfields: Occasionally. needed to keep before them the idea of making themselves useful in St. John’s, South Hackney : Bells require rehanging. the world, of doing service to others 'lees fortunately circumstanced St. John’s, Wilton Road, Pimlico : Thursdays at 8 p.m. than themselves. A danger in our social life lay in the separation St. Stephen’s, Westminster: Friday evenings for practice, and Sun­ of olalsses. The rich and poor in large centres, at any rate, no days; for services. longer lived together; the employer did not often reside among his St. Augustine’s, Ivilburn: Occasionally. employes. The result was that there were districts each with itis own particular class of society. The danger was that what was CHANGE-RINGING. ‘ olvt of sight was out of mind ’— that one district should become so absorbed in its own affairs, and not think of another district. Yet Middlesex County Association and London Diocesan Guild. really all are brothers and sisters. If things went badly in East- A t St. Mary Magdalene, Woolwich, on December 7th, a peal of Birmingham that condition was reflected in the other districts of L o n d o n . S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5056 changes, in 2 hrs, 51 mins. Tenor, the city. There was a great field for women of leisure and means 13 cwt. working among the poorer members of their sex. All should make William Pickworth .. 1 George R. Pye ,% point of rendering some public or personal service. Isaac G. Shade ,. 2 John Armstrong John J. Lamb .. .. 3 William Keeble Ernest Pye .. .. 4 William Pye BELLS AND BELL RINGING. Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by William Pye. A t St. Michael’s, Cornhill, on December 9th, a peal of S t e a d m a n St. Paul’s Cathedral. C in q u e s , 5007 changes, in 3 hrs. 51 mins. Tenor, 41 cwt. Isaac G. Shade...... 1 ! Frank Smith* T h e bells w ill be rung on all Sundays throughout the year 1906 at George R. Pye .. .. 2 | Cornelius ChaTge .. TO a m, and 2.45 p.m. (except on the Bishop of London’s Ordinations, Bertram Prewett .. 3 William Pye 9 M arch'lltb, June 10th, October 7th, and December 23rd, when the Mark Woodcock* .. 4 Reuben Charge .. 10 morning ringing will commence at 9.30). Also on the following days :— William J. Nudds .. 5 Ernest Pyet 11 Monday, January 1st (New-year’s Day), 9 to 10 a.m. William G. Whitehead* 6 Harry Flanders .. 12 Monday, January 22nd (King’s Accession), 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 to Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by William Pye ; First peal of C in q u e s , t 550th peal] 7 ^Thursday, January 25th (Dedication Festival), 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 The Norwich Diocesan Association. t0 ^Monday, May 7th (Sons of the Clergy Festival), 2.30 p.m. and 5 p.m. A t St. Mary Magdalen, Pulham, Norfolk, on December 9th, a peal of Thursday, May 24th (Ascension Day), 9.45 to 10.30 a.m. and 2.30 to S u p e r l a t iv e S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5088 changes, in 2 hrs. 55 mins. Tenor, 14) cwt. ’U Thursday, November 1st (A ll Saints’ Day), 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 to Alfred Smith* ,. .. 1 Frederick Borrett.. ,, 5 Arthur Roope* ,. .. 2 Frederick Surridge* ., 6 ” P Friday, November 9th (Lord Mayor’s Day), 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Charles Baker .. .. 3 William Roope .. ., 7 Saturday, December 1st (Queen’s Birthday), 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 to Frederick Roope* .. 4 Egbert Borrett .. .. 8 Composed by N. J. Pitstow, and conducted by Egbert Borrett. 7 P Monday, December 24th (Christmas Eve), 9 to 10 p.m. [* First peal in the method.]

Foundry Established 3| Centuries. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & ST AIN BANK, 2 2 per cent. INTEREST 34 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. •allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand, PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. 2 per cent. INTEREST Belfries inspected in Town or Country. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Old; Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &e. & p p ly C. F . R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Ropes supplied. <90 Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews.

the Rev. A. T. Beeston (New Mills), 3; J. W . TayitT mm L : m_- BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. borough, vice-president of the Midland Counties Astmimim - T. Richardson (Southwell, master of the CamV-ricLre i Livmkty i — i . CHANGE-RINGING. 5; E. H. Lewis (Trowell), 6; the Rev. F. E. Robinson mister :: :le Oxford Diocesan Guild), 7 ; and C. H. Chamberlain r-mmw-li . :m :r The Winchester Diocesan Guild. Conducted by the Rev. F. E. Robinson. Great credit is due t: Mr A t the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and St. Swithin, Winchester, Chamberlain for the excellent way in which he rang me tentr. tits Slants, on December 9th, a peal of S t e d m a n C a t e r s , 5113 changes, in being his first peal. This is the second peal only on this noble m :: -3 hrs. 21 mins. Tenor, 80 cwt. bells, the previous peal being Grandsire Triples, conducted by F. Dswe, John R. Sharman.. .. 1 William W. Gifford ,, 6 On Mr. Robinson’s last visit the ringing came to an untimely end .wing George Williams ., .. 2 William 0. Lampard* .. 7 to a clapper breaking. George Woodiss . . 3 William H. George .. 8 St. M a r t i n ’s, P e n z a n c e .—The committee who have undertaken ' Conor O’Brien .. .. 4 James George ,, .. 9 the duty of raising funds for the restoration of St. Mary's Church hells George W . Challice .. 5 James Hunt .. .. 10 have decided that the work should be made a memorial to the Inte Mr. Composed by James George, and conducted by John R. Sharman. J. H. Nunn, whose long and valuable services in connection with me 'Rung on the occasion of the unveiling of a tablet recording the first peal church entitle him to lasting recogniti:n. The amount required about o f T r e b l e B ob R o y a l achieved in this county; and also the 300th peal £400) is far too large to expect the church .tml; t: provide. As = by Mr. James George, of Rugby, who completed his thirty-sixth year of matter of fact, seeing that the bells always took part in : k n n ; : . : i service with the London and North-Western Railway on the 7th inst. and imperial events, the duty of raising the funds sh:uld be : e ; . n u as j IT First peal in the method.] a public duty. The Oxford Diocesan Guild. A f t e r being silent for a considerable time, the hells of the parish (E a s t B e r k s a n d S o o t h B u c k s B r a n c h .) church of St. Giles, Cropwell Bishop, Notts, have been rehung, and ms belfry restored. One of the bells, which was cracked, has been replaced A t St. Paul’s, Wooburn, Bucks, on December 2nd, Pitstow’s varia­ and a fifth has been added. The four original hells were nearly these tion of Thurstans’ Four-part peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, hundred years old. Three of them were cast in the year 1618, and the tin 2 hrs. 64 mins. Tenor, 19 cwt. other in the reign of Queen Mary. J. O. Truss J. W. Wilkins ,, ,, R. Buckland C. Green . . .. ,. _ R e -d e d ic a t io n o f P u b l o w C h u r c h B e l l s .— The re-dedieation of A. K. Howard Rev. F. E. Robinson (con.) this ancient ring of hells took place on the 16th inst. The bells have W . Phipps F. M aling...... been recast by Messrs. Taylor, of Loughborough, and rehung under the personal supervision of Mr. John Sully, of Stogumber. The total weight This is the conductor’s 650th peal of S t b d m a n T r i p l e s . of the peal is over three and a quarter tons. The total cost of the under­ The Kent County Association. taking has been £340, of which £273 has been raised hv strenuous efforts on the part of the vicar, the churchwardens, and many friends. A t St. Peter’s, Tunbridge Wells, on December 2nd, Parker’s six- The day’s proceedings commenced with Divine service at Publow Church, part peal of G r a n d s ir e T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 57 mins. when the Venerable Archdeacon of Bath preached to a large congrega­ 'Tenor, 14f cwt. in F. tion, the offertory, amounting to £3 9s. Id., being in aid of the Bells Stephen Faithfull Stephen Perkins ., ,, 5. Restoration Fund. A t the conclusion of the service, the Midsomer W illiam II. Lambert William Collison .. 6 Norton Band of Change-ringers rang a peal of G b a x d s ir e D oubles George Smithers , . Frederick J. Lambert (con.) 7 The day concluded with a peal of S t e d h a n Doubles and a I :s i'rnx:?. George Kember ., ,, 8 William A. Chatfield* peal, rung in fine style by the .Midsomer Norton Band. T ie a me and [* First peal.] general working of the hells gave the greatest satisfaction, m i a h i- was expressed that two more hells might be added, in order to c:mm-:r The Hertfordshire Association. the octave. ' A t St. James’s, Bushey, on December oth, Thurstans’ four-part peal D e d ic a t io n o f Ch u r c h B e l l s a n d Cl o c k a t R is h t o n b y •of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 55 mins. Tenor, 15 cWt. B is h o p T h o r n t o n .— Saturday was a memorable day in the history o? Bertram Prew ett.. Ernest E. Huntley ,. o Rishton Parish Church. The new tower has been completed, and a r iir Frederick W h ite .. .. 6 Charles R. Tibbies of eight bells installed. The bells have been given by the following :— Joseph J. Allen . . Wm. G. Whitehead (con.) 7 The late Mr. T. Haworth (in the form of a legacjr), Messrs. J. Maw ik y Maurice F. R. Hibbert Robert E. Stavert .. 8 G. Riley (two), J. Hanson, Miss Anderson, family of the late Mr. Cm x- Bracewell, and Mrs. Haworth, of Nantwich, sister of the late Mm C u r d r id g e , H a n t s .— Recently, after an unsuccessful attempt for a P. W . Pickup, meal of B o b M a j o r , 608 was rung. G. Williams, O. Fray, W . Rowe, W . H. Chute, W . T. Tucker, W . C. Lampard, W . H. George, J. George S. P. C. K. — His Majesty the King, who is the Patron of ike ((conductor). Lately, at the residence of Mr. G. Williams, 168 G r a n d - S.P.O.K., has graciously sent a donation of 50 guineas to its funds. A i ;SIRE T r ip l e s . Mrs. G. Williams, 1-2 ; G. Williams, 3-4 ; W . W. Gif- effort is being made to secure 1000 new subscribers to this the oldest Jord, 5-6; J. George (conductor), 7 -8. of the Church Societies, and this effort, being- brought to His Majesty's notice, has elicited this generous response. The Crown, since the day; N o r t h S t o n e h a m , H a n t s .—Recently, 240 K e n t T r e b l e B ob of Queen Anne, has ever been closely connected with the Society. Her M in o r . W . Rowe, O. Fray, W . Rowe, jun., W . T. Tucker, W. H. Royal Consort, Prince George of Denmark, encouraged the S.P.C.K. re­ George. J. George (conductor). For evening service, 288 K e n t T r e b l e send out the first Missionaries to India. The ‘ Charity Children ’ sup­ B ob M in o r . G, Williams (conductor), W . W . Gifford, J. George, A. -Marks, W . H. George, W . T. Tucker. ported by the same Society) were placed ‘ upon a machine in the S tru t at the accession of King George I. in 1714, and as the Kmg passed by. T h e E sse x A s s o c ia t io n (S o u t h -W e s t e r n D iv i s i o n ).— A t the the children sang the first six verses of Psalm xxi., and ‘ His Royal Parish Church, Havering - atte - Bower, Romford, on Boxing Day, Highness the Prince of Wales ’ (afterwards George II.) ‘ was pleased r : 720 B ob M i n o r . H. Catterwell, 1; A. J. Perkins (conductor), 2; G. say that the'Charity Children were one of the finest sights he ever t m IRoughton, 3; R. Fenn, 4; D. Carrier, 5; G. Faulkener, 6. Also 720 in his life; and that he only wished that his own cbi.di-u T i i been K e n t T r e b l e B ob M in o r . D. Carrier, 1; A. J. Perkins (conductor), 2 ; with him to have seen them at the time.’ George III, gave s 1 i: -A . J. Carter, 3; H. Dawkins, 4; G. Faulkener, 5; W . Watson, 6. Called the Society of Patrons of Charity Schools in 1789, when the cmiiiren with twelve bobs. Tenor, 16 cwt., in E flat. Ringers come from Barking, were again assembled to take part in the public thanksgiving f:r m- Hornchurch, and Romford. recovery of Ilis Majesty. George IV., as Prince of Wales, in. 17 subscribed £105 to the Society. William IV., Queen Adelaide, me B e l l r in g e r s a t S o u t h w e l l .—The. Rev. F. E. Robinson has again Duchess of Kent, the Duchess of Gloucester, and other members if me visited Southwell to attempt a peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s on the bells Royal Family were also subscribers to the S.P.C.K. Her 'Traci:is of the Cathedral. A start was made at 5.30, and the bells soon settled Majesty Queen Victoria in 1844, and again in 1898 the Smiery s down to their natural beat, and the peal was brought round in 3 hours Bi-centenary Year), gave 100 guineas to the Society, and now "Els 33 minutes, the striking being excellent. The band stood as follows Majesty has continued this long series.of royal gifts, and has shown kit S. Wesley (Lenton), treble; the Rev. A. H. F. Boughey (Cambridge, interest in a Society which throughout its history has striven to ; president of the Cambridge University Guild of Change-ringers), 2 ; Christian knowledge both at home and abroad.

Foundry Established 34 Centuries. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & ST AIN BANK, 2 i per cent. INTEREST 34 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED. COMPLEX. 2 per cent. INTEREST fallowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old; Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed, A dvances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOB CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, fcu A pply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W. C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octanes. Bell Ropes supplied. Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews. [,January 5, 1906.

first peal on an inside hell by the 5th ringer. It is the second peal on BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. the bells by a purely local band, and great credit is due to the ringers for having, accomplished the feat. The time and striking were excellent, and CHANGE-RINGING. there was not a single hitch from start to finish, which proves the excellence of the accomplished band. The art of Change-ringing requires The Midland Counties Association. constant practice and hard work, and often years of labour before a peal A t St. Peter’s, Mansfield, Notts, on December 16th, a peal o f T r e b l e is accomplished. The band is possessed of a very able and proficient D ob M a j o r , in the Kent Variation, 5088 changes, in 3 hrs. 12 mins. conductor in Mr. John W . Davies, to whom this peal was rung as a Tenor, 14 cwt. birthday compliment. Samuel Stevens* .. ., 1 Herbert Allsopp .. 5 6 William Gosling, sen. .. 2 Alfred Munks ‘ A Happy New Y ear!’ to all our readers and other brethren of Charles Carr .. .. 3 Frank May 7 the craft. The custom of giving expression to such a wish holds its own William G. Christian .. 4 William Gosling, jun still, and will continue to do so. Year by year we find the art of Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by William Gosling, sen. change-ringing is progressing; at the present time information arrives £* First peal.] that new hands are being formed of young men who are devoted to study, The Norwich Diocesan Association. and are burning with great desire to excel. Many instances of this have A t St. Mary’s, Framsden, Suffolk, on December 16th, Thurstans’ been pointed out to us during the current week. Our young friends, "Four-part peal o f S t e d m a n T r i p l e s , 5040 changes, in 3 lirs. 2 mms. ambitious for ringing fame, it is hoped will commence the New Year Tenor, 16 cw t. by being determined to strain every effort to succeed. ..Edward Hicks .. .. 1 George Whiting* .. A n c ie n t B e l l s i n N ottinghamshire .— After being silent for a ■Ernest E. Lanham* .. 2 William Last* considerable time, the bells of the parish church of St. Giles, Cropwell ■William Halls* .. 3 George "Whitman (con.) Bishop, have been rehung, and the belfry restored. One of the hells, William Wightman .. 4 William Sawyer .. which was cracked, has been replaced, and a fifth has been added. The [* First peal in the method.] four original bells were nearly 300 years old. Three of them were cast in the year 1618, and the other in the reign of Queen Mary. A t St. Mary Magdalen, Fulham, Norfolk, on December 16th, a peal o f S u p e r l a t iv e S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5056 changes, in 2 hrs. 50 mins. T h e St. Mawgan Church hells, which until lately consisted of six hells, has just been augmented to eight bells, to complete the octave. Tenor, 141 cwt. Arth ur Roope .. •. 1 Charles Roope* .. 5 The work has been satisfactorily completed by Messrs. Aggett, of Chag- Charles Baker .. .. 2 Frederick Surridge 6 ford, Devon. Egbert Borrett .. .. 3 William Roope 7 NOTICES. Frederick Roope .. .. 4--Frederick------Borrett 8 T h e A n c ie n t So c ie t y o f C o l l e g e Y o u t h s (established 1637).— Composed by J. S. Wilde, and conducted by F. Borrett. [* First The subscription of Is. 8d., which entitles members to vote on questions peal in the method.] of finance, is now due, and should be paid before February 28t'n next.—• W . T. C o c k e r il l , Hon. Sec., 32 Edgeley Road, Clapham, S.W. The Society for the Archdeaconry of Stafford. L a n c a s h ir e A s s o c ia t io n (Rossendale Branch).— The next meeting A t St. Matthew’s, Walsall, Staffordshire, on December 16th, a w ill be held at the Parish Church, Newchurch, to-morrow (Saturday). Variation of Thurstans’ Four-part peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 Bells ready at 3.30. Meeting at 6.30 p.m. It is expected that as many ■changes, in 3 hrs. 4 mins. Tenor, 24 cwt. members as can make it convenient w ill be present at the meeting, as it Alfred J. Wallater* .. 1 James Tyler is intended to form a social in connection with the branch.— Z. L o r d , William Griffin ... .. 2 Thomas J. Elton Branch Sec. Frank Hallsworth, sen. .. 3 William Fisher T h e L a n c a s h ir e A s s o c ia t io n (Rochdale Branch).— The next Frank Hallsworth, jun.* .. George1 Hughes J L L U g LI CO \Kj\JlAVA.J(cond.) I.. • 4 -A — ——v.------7j — - - monthly meeting w ill be held at the'Parish Church,Rochdale, to-morrow Rung as a birthday compliment to F. Hallsworth, sen. and W . Fisher, (Saturday). Bells ready at 3 o’clock. Meeting at 6.30.— E d m u n d the ringers wishing them many happy returns. [* First peal in the S c h o f ie l d , Branch Sec. •method.] , The Kent County Association. L e e d s a n d D is t r ic t A m a l g a m a t e d S o c ie t y .— The monthly ringing meeting will be held to-morrow (Saturday), at Bramley. Bells A t the Parish Church, Swanscombe, Kent, Lindoff’s Twelve-part ( 6) available from 2.30 to 9 p.m. Business meeting will he held at the (No. 2) peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 3 hrs. 8 mins. Cardigan Arms, at 7.30 p.m.—F r e d k . B a r r a c l o u g h , Hon. Sec. Tenor, 18 cwt. So c ie t y o p R o y a l C u m b e r l a n d Y o u t h s — The annual meeting of Edwin Barnett .. .. 1 George Hayes 5 J. H. Cheesman (condr.) 6 this society will be held at the Bedford Head Hotel, on Monday, 8th Marcellus Digby* .. .. 2 inst., at 9.45 p.m., after the usual fortnightly practice at St. Martin’s.—• Frederick J. Ring* .. 3 William Harper .. 7 T. C a e d , Hon. Sec. William S. Lane* .. .. 4 Alfred Thompson .. 8 [* First peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s .] T h e N o r t h w ic h D io c e s a n A s s o c ia t io n .—A quarterly meeting will he held at East Dereham, on Thursday, 11th inst. By kind per­ The Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association. mission, the ring- of eight in the campanile of the parish church will he A t the Cathedral Church, St. Wilfrids, Ripon, on December 10th, a open. Dinner at the George Hotel at 1.30 p.m. Notice must he sent peal of T r e b l e B ob R o y a l , in the Kent Variation, 5000 changes, in by January 8th.— C. E. B o r r e t t , Sec. 3 hrs. 30 mins. Tenor, 21 cwt. T h e H a l i f a x a n d D is t r ic t A s s o c ia t io n .— The next quarterly James Baxtert Ernest Burnett* 6 meeting and eight hell will be held at A ll Souls, Halifax, on 13th inst. W alter Pick A. W . Barrett 7 Draw for order of ringing at 2.45 p.m.— J. C o t t e r e l l , Hon. Sec. Fred Tingle* Fred Shepherd* 8 Wm. Newton 9 A. M. C. Field T h e annual children’s Christmas treat for in-patients at the North George Longshaw* Thomas Metcalfe 10 Eastern Hospital for children, Hackney Road, Bethnal Green, took place Composed by C. H. Hattersley, and conducted by Jas. Baxter. on Thursday, 28th ult., and was greatly enjoyed by the children as well Rung in honour of the freedom of the city being conferred upon the as by the many frieLds of the hospital, who assembled to assist in the Lord Bishop of the diocese, and the Dean’s birthday. [* First peal of distribution of gifts and to see the wards on the occasion. Four large T r e b l e B ob R o y a l , t First of R o y a l as conductor.] Christmas-trees were placed in different wards, and each of the nine wards in the hospital had its own scheme of simple but efleetive decora­ The North Wales Association of Change-ringers. tion. There are 120 children in the wards; during the past twelve (T h e L l a n g o l l e n G u il d .) months there have been 75,000 attendances in the out-patients’ depart­ A t the Parish Church, Llangollen, on December 18th, Holt’s Ten- ment. Amongst the guests present were: the Mayor and Mayoress of TOTt peal of Grandsire Triples, in 2 hrs. 59 m'~~ Tenor, 17 cwt. Hackney, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Howse, Dr. James Taylor (senior phy­ J.T (-1S.------Williams----V 1 John Tr» 1-111 W . Bailey . . 5 sician) and Mrs. Taylor, Dr. and Mrs. Theodore Fisher, Dr. and Mrs. John Rogers Thomas Davies 6 Nolan, Mrs. Martin Deed, Mr. Joseph Meller, Mr. and Mrs. R. VV. Thomas James John W . Davies (coadr.) 7 Wilkinson, Miss Bella Sidney W oolf (of ‘ Little Folks’), Mrs. Fell- Jas.jas. Daviesjjavics. . .. •• - C. — —E. Williams - —“ v heimer, Sir Walter Johnson, and Miss Phillips (Foundress of the This is the first peal by the 1st, 3rd, and 8th bell-ringers, and the hospital).

Foundry Established 3| Centuries. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & ST AIN BANE, per cent. INTEREST 34 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. 2 per cent. INTEREST allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Oldj Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed. A d van ces made. S to c k s and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOE CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c, A p p ly C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holbom, W.C. Musical Hand Bells i n Sets up to 5 Octanes. Bell Hopes supplied. Church Bells and Illustrated Church News. [January 12, 1906.

BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. The Salop Archidiaconal Guild and the Shifnal Albion Society. A t St. Andrew’s, Shifnal, Salop, on December 27th, a reverse variation of John Carter’s Twelve-part peal of G r a n d s ir e T r ip l e s , CHANGE-RINGING. •'5* - ... t 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 56 mins. Tenor, 19| cwt. *■ The Norwich Diocesan Association. Alfred Shuker ,. 1 George Picken .. .. 5 A t St. Mary’s, Redenhall, Norfolk, on December 26th, a peal of Arthur Downes .. .. 2 John Bradney* (conductor) 6 '‘ S u p e r l a t iv e Su r p r is e M a j o r , 5056 changes, in 3 hrs. 18 mins. William Page ,. .. 3 George Haycox ., .. 7 '. Tenor, 24 cwt. Frank G. Williams .. 4 Charles Picken .. .. 8 Alfred Smith Frederick Roope .. [* First peal of G r a n d s ir e 1 conductor.] ■ Charles Baker Egbert Borrett .. ' Robert Whiting Charles E. Borrett Sturry, Kent. James Tann Frederick R. Borrett O n December 2nd, a peal of 5040 changes, consisting of 2160 K e n t Composed by H. Dains, and conducted by F. R. Borrett. T r e b l e B ob M in o r and 2880 P l a i n B ob M in o r , wras rung in 2 hrs, A t St. Mary Magdalen’s, Pulham, Norfolk, on December 26th, a peal 48 mins. -of D o u b l e N o r w ic h C o u r t B ob M a j o r , 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 58 Harrison Smith Ernest Slingsby .. .. 4 jnins. Tenor, 14| cwt. Walter Sorrell Sidney Walters .. .. 5 Egbert Borrett .. .. 1 Charles Baker .. Jabez Walters E. Trendell (conductor) ,. 6 Alfred Smith .. ., 2 Frederick R. Borrett This is the first peal ever rung on Sturry bells. Mr. Slingsby, the Harry J. Borrett .. .. 3 Frederick Roope ., conductor, thu§ successfully accomplished the first peal he had ever Charles E. Borrett .. 4 William Roope rung in. Composed by H. Dains, and conducted by E. Borrett. The Worcestershire and Districts Association. T h e SS. P e t e r a n d J o h n ’s B e l l -r in g i n g S o c ie t y , L o n d o n .— A t St. Mary and A ll Saints’, Kidderminster, on December 26th, On Sunday evening, January 7th, at St. John’s, Wilton Road, Pimlico, a 'Thurstans’ Four-part peal of St e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 3 hrs. quarter-peal of G r a n d s ir e T r ip l e s , in 48 mins. G. Ohanner, 1; -8 mins. Tenor, 25J cwt. E. C. Phillips, 2 ; O. Weaver, 3 ; E. Jones, 4; J. Thimblethorpe, 5; Thomas J. Salter .. .. 1 Thomas R. Bennett ,, 5 Rev. T. Salmon, M.A. (first quarter-peal), 6; F. T. Gover (con­ James R. Newman* .. 2 William Short ,. ., 6 ductor), 7 ; C. Teasdale, 8. ■ John Bass ...... 3 Robert Matthews.. 7 •Gordon Checketts.. .. 4 Charles Beaman .. 8 Conducted by William Short. [* First peal in the method.] M r . J. K n a p p , of Shrivenham, Berks, has a record which it would The Society of Royal Cumberland Youths. be difficult to surpass. He has for the past seventy-seven years been both bell-ringer and chorister. He had the honour of ringing on the A t St. Sepulchre’s, Snow Hill, on December 30th, a peal of T r e b l e occasion of Queen Victoria’s coronation, and still takes an active part in ■Rob R o y a l , in the Kent Variation, 5000 .changes, in 3 hrs. 32 mins. the tower. 'Tenor, 32 cwt. James Parker .. 1 George A. Card* ,, .. 6 S t e p h e n P ie r c e , said to he the oldest bell-ringer in England, has George H. Barker* 2 William Berry .. 7 died at Hurstpierpoint, Sussex, at the age of ninety-four. He rang at Joseph Waghorn, sen.* 3 William Shimmans .. 8 the coronation of George IV., William IV., and Queen Victoria.. George Paice 4 Ernest S. Poll* .. 9 Thomas Titchener.. 5 Thomas Card .. 10 C u r d w o r t h , W arwickshire .1—Two important undertakings have Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by James Parker. [* First been completed in this agricultural pariah— the restoration of the bells •peal o f T r e b l e T e n .] and organ. The entire cost of the bells was borne by two of the daughters of the late Lord Norton, as a memorial of his devoted life, The Middlesex County Association and the London Diocesan and of his close connection with" this parish. The bells are three in ■■■■* ■ Guild. number, all ancient and very interesting. The treble is dated 1663, the A t St. Peter’s, Walworth, on December 30th, Thurstans’ Four-part second 1756, with the inscription, ‘ Vox mea est dulcis, mea scintillans peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 49 mins. Tenor, vultus ; ’ the tenor, which is said to have been given by a traveller lost 15 cwt. at night in the forest of Arden 400 years ago, and guided in safety to Bertram Prewett .. 1 Isaac G. Shade ,, ,, 5 Curdsworth by the ringing of a small hell, has the pre-Reformation John J. Lamb ,. .. 2 Ernest Pye .. , . 6 inscription, ‘ Sancta Maria, Virgo, intercede pro toto mundo.’ "William Pye . . ., 3 Frederick A. Holden .. 7 Seargt.-Major A. Pye .. 4 Horatio E. Gummer .. 8 P a s t o n (N o r f o l k ) C h u r c h B e l l s .— A thorough scheme of Conducted by William Pye. [Rung through meeting short for renovation has been completed at Paston Parish Church, including the L on d o n S u r p r is e .] rehanging of the peal of five bells, and the repair inside and out of the tower. The staircase leading to the belfry bas received attention, and The St. Margaret’s Society, Westminster. new flooring has been laid where necessary in the chambers of the A t St. Margaret’s, Westminster, on December 30th, a peal of S t e d ­ tower. The work of the rehaDging of the bells was carried out by m a n C a t e r s , 5004 changes, in 3 hrs. 2(1 mins. Tenor, 26 cwt. Messrs. Day and Son, of Eye, Suffolk, and it was found necessary to Horatio Gammer* 1 William H. Hollier 6 recast one of the peal, dated 1623, which had been cracked, and in an Reginald Edwards 2 Arthur N. Hardy .. 7 unsecure position for years. The recasting was entrusted tc Messrs. Thomas Faulkner .. 3 Ernest Brett .. .. 8 Mears and Stainbank, of London, and the full peal is now ready for use. Frederick G. Perrin 4 James E. Davis .. . . 9 C o s t e s s e y (N o r f o l k ) Ch u r c h B e l l s .—Rather more than two 5 Charles Burden .. . . William Weatherstone 10 years ago the oak frame supporting the five hells of the parish church Composed by 0. Charge, and conducted by James E. Davis. [* First at Costessey was certified to be in a decaying and unsound condition. ipeal on ten bells.] It was decided to discontinue ringing more than one bell at once, and At Bury St. Edmunds. to take steps to raise a fund sufficient to provide an entirely new frame. A t the Norman Tower, Bury St. Edmunds, on Tuesday week, a The interval has been occupied with this effort, which was brought to company, composed of members of the St. Mary-le-Tower (Ipswich) a successful conclusion last summer. The fund having been raised, Mr. ringers, rang a peal of Ox f o r d T r e b l e B ob R o y a l , 5040 changes, in S. G. Soame, of Marsham, was entrusted with the work of constructing 3 hrs. 28 mins. Tenor, 30 cwt. a new iron frame and of rehanging the hells. Thb work was completed James Motts . . 1 William Nevard . . 6 during the week before Christmas. A special service was held in the Edgar Pemberton.. 2 Frederick Whatling 7 parish church in connection with the re-hanging of the hells. Arch­ "William Tydeman 3 Diaper .. 8 deacon Pelham preached to a crowded congregation, taking for his text Edward Sherwood .. 4 William Catchpole .. 9 Psalm iv. 7. The reader was the Rev. J. J. Hampson, vicar. Both William Garrett . . .. 5 Lewis Wiffen .. 10 before and after the service the bells were rung by members of the St. Composed by A. Knights, and conducted by J. Morris. Peter Mancroft Company of Ringers.

Foundry EstabBished A.D. 1570. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 i per cent. XNTEEEST 32 & 34 W HITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. •allowed on Deposit Accounts Kepayable on Demand. 2 per cent. INTEEEST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE, allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renew ed, A d van ces made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOB CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Apply C. 1. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holbom, W.O. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Ropes supplied. i '6 Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews.

BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. Gloucester and B r ’stc. - J:;;: =: ; ■ A t the Parish Church, Cirencester, C : :t I'-je n ter Peals of Double Norwich Court Bob Major. 28th, a variation of Thurstans" Four-part teal :f SteI'Mas Triples, 5040 changes, in 3 hrs. 17 mins. Tenor. 2s cwt. in D. Composed by P. 0. Bixby, Gainsborough (Lincoln Diocesan Guild). Alfred Lawrence .. 1 Thomas Ricketts 5040 6048 Ernest Bishop 2 Harry Roberts 2 3 4 5 6 14 6 2 3 4 5 6 14 6 Jame3 H. Shepherd 3 Rev.F. E. Robinson (e :n 2 4 3.5 8 S 2 4 3 5 6 S Thomas Robinson., 4 Charles J. Gardiner 8 4 3 2 5 6 4 3 2 5 6 - [This is believed to he the first peal of Stedman Triple; on the 3 2 4-5 6 3 2 4 5 6 - bells.] 3 4 2 5 0 S 3 4 2 5 6 S 4 "2 3 5 6 - 4 2 3 5 6 - 5 '3 2 4 6 - - 5 3 2 4 6 - - S a l e h u r s t Ch u r c h B e l l s .—The fine peal of hells at Salehurst 5 2 3 4 6 S 5 2 3 4 6 s Church have been out of condition for some time, and a vestry meeting 2 3 5 4 6 2 3 5 4 6 - has been held to consider a serious report that had been received. The 3 5 2 4 6 3 5 2 4 6 - meeting took place at the Vicarage, there being present the Vicar (ihe 3 2-5 4 6 S 3 2 5 4 6 s Rev. E. J. Sing), the Rev. F. W . Clarke (Curate), Messrs. L. M, Jack-on 2 5 3 4 6 2 5 3 4 6 - and James Hodson (churchwardens), and others. The Vicar stated that 4 3 5 2 6 - 4 3 5 2 6 - - the present peal was cast in 1771 and renovated in 1847, and recounted a number of hints he bad received that the hells were out of order. He 4 5 3 2 6 S 3 5 4 2 6 _ then read the detailed reports of three bell experts who have lately 5 3 4 2 6 5 4 3 2 6 - inspected the tower. One of the bells is hanging in a dangerous con­ 3 4 5 2 6 2 4 6-5 3 - dition, four are cracked, one is disproportionately small, and the whole 3 5 4 2 6 S Twice repeated. peal is out of tune. The framework is weak and loose and part of it -5 4 3 2 6 rotten, the gearing is all dilapidated, and the beams on which the whole 2 4 6 5 3 ------rests have sunk some four inches through decay. After a prolonged Twice repeated. discussion, two resolutions were carried unanimously— one approving the action of the Vicar and churchwardens in forbidding the dangerous bell CHANGE-RINGING. to be rung ; the other appointing a committee, consisting of the clergy, The Middlesex County AssoNation and the London Diocesan churchwardens, sidesmen, sexton, Colonel Andrews, Mr. Gibson, and Guild. Mr. Louis French (with power to add to their number), with full powers to act in the matter. It is much to he hoped that the bells may soon be A t St. Peter’s, Walworth, on January 4th, a peal of L o n d o n S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5056 changes, in 2 hrs. 57_ mins. Tenor, 15 cwt. restored to a good condition. Salehurst is one of the few places where Reuben Cha-ge .. 1 Seargf.-Major A. Pye 5 the curfew is still rung on Saturday and Sunday nights. Another custom John J. Lamb .. 3 Ernest Pye 6 kept up from time immemorial has been the ringing of a short peal at Bertram Prewett .. . . 3 Frederick A. Holden* 7 8 a.m. and at 1 p.m. on Sunday. It is evident that a large sum of Isaac G. Shade .. 4 William Pye money must be raised before the hells can be put in good order. Composed by G. Lindolf, and conducted by William Pye. [* First B e l l s f o r Ca r l t o n , Cl e v e l a n d .—In his endeavour to rai-e peal in the method away from the treble.] funds for the above object, the Vicar of Carlton, the Rev. J. T. Kyle, shows perseverance and originality. He has been singularly fortunate A t St. Magnus’, Thames Street, City, on January 6th, a peal of in the response made to his ‘ Wheat Bell Appeal,’ and in a sermon Stedman Caters, 5113 changes, in 3Jhrs. 19 mias. Tenor, 20 cwt recently preached by him he raised the novel idea of a ‘ box hell.’ .. He 1 Bertram Prewett . . .. 6 Harry Flanders . proposes to issue fifty boxes to the young men of his parish, getting each George F. Swann. 2 William J. Nudds. . .. 7 to place therein a small sum weekly arid to get contributions from their 3 William Pye .. Isaac G. Shade .. 8 friends. By this means he hopes to raise a sufficient sum to purchase the 4 Ernest Pye .. 9 Charles Dickens . belt aforementioned. Joseph J. Pratt . 5 Reuben Charge .. 10 Composed by J. George, and conducted by William Pye. [* First S a f f r o n W a l d e n .—The local Society of Change-ringers rang out peal on ten bells.] the old year and welcomed in the new in accordance with time-honoured custom. The passing of the old year was observed "by the tolling of a The St. Martin’s Guild, Birmingham. single hell and the new year was ushered in by a merry touch of D o u b l e A t St. Mary’s Selly Oak, Worcestershire, on December 29th, N o r w ic h C o u r t . A s the ringers left the belfry they were as usual Thurstans’ Four-part peal of St e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. hospitably entertained at Dorset HouS3 by Mr. and Mrs. J. Bell, and -50 rains. good wishes for the^coming year were heartily exchanged. Mr. and Horace F. Street .. 1 Samuel Grove . . 5 Mrs. Bell informed the ringers that if they were tpired till the summer Arthur Chambers ,. .. 2 William T. Pegler.. 6 they would celebrate their golden wedding, and hoped the-ringers would George F. Swann.. i. 3 Arthur E. Pegler (condtr.) 7 ring a peal in honour of the event. Frank Withers .. .. 4 William Painter .. .. 8 B e l l -r in g i n g a t A m b l e s id e .—As of old, shortly after 10 o’clock A t SS- Thomas and Edmund’s, Erdington, Warwickshire, on Decem- on New Year’s Eve, the silvery tones of the Bratbay bells filled the b er 80th, a peal of S u p e r l a t iv e Su r p r is e M a j o r , 5120 changes, in little valley with their sweet music, and in two hours and fifty-six -3 hrs. Tenor, 1 i cwt. minutes the band rang a peal of 5040 changes of T r e b l e B ob M in o r in George F. Swann . 1 Frank F a y ., .. .. 5 the following variations:— 1720 Duke of York, two of Y'iolet, two of 2 Alf. Paddon Smith . . 6 Edmund J. Hyland* Kent, two of Oxford. The hand was as follows:—Treble, J. Backhouse ; William T. Pegler 3 Bernard W . Witchell .. 7 2nd, B. Purdom ; 3rd, F. Woodend; 4th, R. Satterthwaite; 5tb, J. 4 Arthur E. Pegler .. .. 8 Charles Dickens .. Holme ; tenor, W. Robinson. The conductor was Mr. J. Backhouse. Composed hy Henry Dains, and conducted by Bernard W. Witchell. The ringers are all members of the Lancashire Association. The peal ! First peal in the method away from the treble.] was all the more interesting to the band as being the first long peal rung The Essex Association. hy B. Purdom. In reading the report of the Lancashire Change-ringing Association for 1904-5 it is interesting to find that for the year the band A t th-9 Church of A ll Saints’, Writtle, Essex, on December 26th, have registered two peals of 5040 and one of 6120, and that also in the Siriir A . P. Heywood’s Transposition of Thurstans’ peal of S t e d m a n analytical list of minor peals, in addition to the above, Mr. J. Backhouse T[Tru ip p l e s , 5040 changes, in 3 hrs. 8 mins. Tenor, 18J cwt. in F. heads the list of all the Association with no less than 105 peals, closelv Benjamin S. Thompson* Reginald Edwards ,. 5 followed by F. Woodend with 103, with Holme 95, and Nevinson 93, Arthur Edwards .. Arthur Head* . , 6 whilst Robinson comes ninth with 82, and R. Satterthwaite eleventh Thomas Lincoln William Lincoln! (condr.) 7 with 73, which is a record that any belfry captain might be proud of, Frederick G. Radley Henry W. Ivirton,. .. 8 whilst further down may be found Purdom with 37, and B. Hawk- [ ' Fir=t p;al of S t e d m a n . t First peal of S tedman as conductor.] rigg, 22.

Foundry Established fl.D. 1570. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & S TAIN BANK, 2 i per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. &iicwed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old Beiis Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &&., rm e w e . Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. B E L L S F O B Apply C. I . B a t e s sceoft, Secretary, WITH FITTINGS, CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, fc. Baadnge. High WrChn rr. W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets ap to 5 Octaves. Bell Bcpea « w Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews. [Janu-iry 26, 1900.

CHANGE-RINGING. BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. The Ancient Society of College Youths. A t St. Michael’s, Cornhill, on January 13th, a peal of T r e b l e B ob Maximus, 5040 changes, in the Kent Variation. Tenor, 41 cwt. Peals of Double Norwich Court Bob Major. Cballis F. “Winney ’ ’ John T ’ C. m“Truss Henry JR. Newton. . 1 Composed by P. 0. Bix b y„ Gainsborough (Lincoln Diocesan Guild). Herbert Langdon.. William Truss .. William E. Garrard 9 5056 Edwin Ilorrex John W . Golding. . 10 3 3 4 6.6 i 5 6 ( Continued) I 5 Samuel E. Joyce .. Richard T. Hibbert 11 12 2 4 3 5 6 S Alfredjiiireu B.oj. Peckjl con. .. .. c William T. Cockerill 4 3 2 5 6 - Composed by York Green, and conducted by Wm, T, Cockerill 3 2 4 5 6 - 3 4 2 5 6 s The Kent County Association. 5 2 4 3 6 - - AA. tJ. KJKJ,SS. PeterJ- uand n c i Paul’s, Borden, on1A t/CbjJUCliyJanuary KJ6 tUjth, Thurstans’ xuuiom t Four- part peal of St e d m a n T r i p l e s , 5040 changes,’ in "3 ’hrs. 9 mins. ' Tenor, 5 4 2 3 6 s 4 2 5 3 6 - 22 cwt. 2 5 4 3 6 - 5616 George W. Forster ., 1 Albert J. Day * .. .. 5 Frederick A, Holden .. 2 JohnTassell* .. . . 6 .2 4 5 3 6 s 2 3 4 5 6 15 6 Joseph E. Grensted . . 3 William Haigh (condr.) .. 7 4 5 2 3 6 - 2 4 3 5 6 S William H. B. Wilkins . . 4 3 2 5 4 6 - - Richard S. Staines . . S 4 3 2 5 6 [* First peal of S t e d m a n . ] 3 5 2 4 6 s 3 2 4 5 6 A t St. Stephen’s, Hackington, Canterbury, on January 6th, Thurs- -5 2 3 4 6 - 3 4 2 5 6 S 2 3 .5 4 6 - 5 2 4 3 6 - - tans’ One-part peal of Stedman Triples, 5040 changes, in 2 brs. 38 mins. Tenor, 11 cwt, 2 5 3 4 6 s 5 4 2 3 6 S “5 3 2 4 6 - Henry G. Fairbrass George G. Jenkins . 5 4 2 5 3 6 Frederick G. Brett Edward E. Foreman 6 2 3 6 4 5 - - 2 5 4 3 6 Arthur A. Andrews Philip IJ. Pierce (condr.) 7 This repeated gives 2 4 5 3 6 S Charles W . Brett. . Stanley J. Gibbs* . 8 2 3 5 6 4 then call:— 4 5 2 3 6 [_tf First peal.] 3 2 5 4 6 - - 2 3 5 6 4 i 5 6 3 5 2 4 6 S 2 5 3 6 4 s 5 2 3 4 6 The Little Munden (H erts) Society. — This Society’s record 5 3 2 6 4 - 2 3 5 4 6 for the year 1905 is 113 720’s in fourteen methods, and the members have 3 2 5 6 4 - 2 5 3 4 6 S rung for every service that has been held in the church during the year, ■3 5 2 6 4 s 5 3 2 4 6 numbering 132. This is most creditable to the company when it is 5 6 2 3 4 - 2 3 6 4 5 said that it was done by seven men only. 3 2 6 5 4 - - Twice repeated. Dorchester, Oxfordshire. — On a Tuesday the members of the Oxford Diocesan Guild, after an attempt for a peal, rang a quarter-peal of Grandsire Triples, in 46 mins. J. Greenaway, A, K. Bosley, B. G. Rice, R. Davis, W . Hutton, Rev. G. H. Ridout,E. Bannister (conductor), The St. Andrew’s Society of Change-ringers, Rugby. F. Davis., East Hagbourne, Berks. — On a Saturday, an attempt for a peal T i i e Eleventh Annual Meeting of this Society was held in the vestry ■of St. Andrew’s Church on Monday evening, January 15th, Canon Albert of Grandsire Triples came to an end after ringing about 2200 V. Baillie, M.A. (Piector and President of the Society) in the chair. changes in 1 -hr. 20 mins. H. Woodley, A. R. Bosley (conductor), R. G. There were also present the Rev. C. E. M. Wilson, M.A. (Hon. Chaplain Rice, W . Hitchman, Rev. G. H. Ridout, E. E. Napper, V. R.fiitckman, G. Warwick. to the Society), Messrs. G. E. Over and S. F. Spencer (Churchwardens and Vice-Presidents), Messrs. A . L. Coleman, J. Ooales, A. J. Hessian, Oxford Diocesan Guild. —The twenty-fifth annual meeting of A . White, A. Dubber, and R. Watson (retiring officers of the Society), the Sonning Branch of the above Guild was held at Wokingham on and a large attendance of other members. the 13tlr inst., and seventy-eight ringers and six clergy attended, among The finances and membership were reported to he in a very satis­ the latter being the F. E. Robinson (Master of the Guild). After even- factory condition, and the attendances of members for Sunday ringing soDg at the parish church, followed by an admirable address from the and practice nights were exceptionally good. Considerable progress bad Rector of Finchamstead, the company met in the Church House for tea been made during the year in the more advanced methods of change- and business. During the transaction of the latter, hearty: congratu­ ringing. Two quarter-peals of Grandsire Triples, two quarter-peals lations were offered by the Master, the Chairman, and others to Mr. W . of Bob M ajor, and one quarter-peal of Stedman Triples have been Houlton, who, with other Wokingham ringers, had successfully accom­ rung and were conducted by the following members, viz., Messrs. plished a peal of Grandsirts Triples in 2 hrs. 48 mins. on November Bramall, Coleman, Fenton, and Sear, and about thirty touches of over i4th. This is the first record of an eight-hell peal by local members of 500 changes in the following methods were also rung:—Bob M ajor, the branch. The following took part in i t : Messrs. Houlton (3), Paice, Stedman Triples, Grandsire Triples, Bob M inor (720 changes), Mattingley, Lush, Adams, and Jones. The officers were then re-elected Double Court Minor (720 changes), and 336 Double Norwich for the year, aud the usual votes of thanks brought the proceedings to C ou rt Bo.b M ajor. Mr. A. J. Hessian conducted several of the touches a close. in the G r a n d s i r e and Stedman Triples methods. Good progress has St. John’s D eptford Society.— An interesting event took place also been made in double-handed handbell ringing, including two touches recently in the belfry of St. John’s Church. The Yicar, the Rev. R. W . of 504 Stedman Triples, and also two touches of 504 G r a n d s i r e Atkinson, had the pleasing duty of presenting to the Captain and T r i p l e s , as well as courses of Grandsire Caters and G r a n d s i r e Secretary, Mr. W . J. Jeffries, jun., a present, in the shape, of an um­ ■ C in q u e s . brella, on behalf of the young ringers, in recognition of the kindness Mr. Arthur L. Coleman was unanimously re-elected Kinging Master; and patience shown by him in teaching them the art of change-ringing. Mr. John Coales, Deputy Ringing Master; Mr. Alfred J. Hessian, Hon. The Vicar spoke again of the goodwill existing amongst all the church Secretary and Treasurer; Mr. Albert White, Hon. Auditor, and Messrs. workers, which included the ringers, and concluded by saying that Watson, Dubber, and Ooales were all re-elected on the Committee. although he did not wish any ill showera to fall on his friend, Mr. Mr. George E. Over moved, and Mr. Samuel F. Spencer seconded, a Jeffries, he trusted that when they did come, he would he sheltered vote of thanks to the ringing members of the Society for their loyal from them under the ever-sheltering arm of Him whom they were met services to the church on behalf of the Rector and churchwardens. to serve. Mr. Jeffries responding, and thankiDg the ringers for the Mr. Arthur L. Coleman moved, and Mr. William Brooke seconded, a present which came quite unexpectedly, said he was glad to know the hearty vote of thanks to the Rector and President of the Society for young ringers were improving in change-ringing, and was in hopes that presiding over their meeting that evening. The Committee elected the before long he would he able to record an entirely local peal by them at following as ringing members of the Society, viz., Mr. George W . St. John’s, and that the zeal and interest shown by them in learning Murray,^Mr. Charles W . “Wheeler, and Mr. William Taylor. G r a n d s i r e would he increased, and ambitions raised to higher methods.

Foundry Established A.D. £570. BIRKBECK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, Per cent. INTEREST jfft, 32 & 34 WHITECHAPEL ROAD, LO N DO N , E. allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST j j j j PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. :t Old Beils Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c>, renewed. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sdld. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &e. Apply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.O, Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Ropes supplied. §6 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News. [February 2, 1906,

II e n f i e l p , Su s se x .— A t the Parish Church on Sunday evening, BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. January 28th, for'Divine service, and also as a parting touch Tor Mr. James Lish, who is leaving the neighbourhood, 1260 St e d m a n T r ip l e s , A Peal of Bob Major,. in 43 mins, W. Markwell, 1; S. Buyt, 2; J. Lish, 3; C. Tyler, 4; L. Payne (conductor), § ; A. Heasman, 6; G, Payne, 7; A. Hodges, 8. Composed by P. 0. Bixbt, Gainsborough (Lincoln Diocesan Guild). . 5024 W ollaston, W orcestershire —1On a Tuesday, f-Q ? L 41F B o b in 25 mips. R. Matthews, Miss M. Gilbank, T, Parsons, A , Dakin, J. ( Continued) w . b . m . h . 2 3 4 5 6 w.b.m.h. Moore, J, Basg. Conducted by Miss M. GUtenk (her fast 720 as 5 2 3 4 6 2 3 5 6 conductor), 4 2 5 6 4 6 - S t a n s t e a d , S u f f o l k :.— On a Saturday, at the Parish Church, by 5 3 4 6 - 5 6 members of the Ely Diocesan Association, a date touch of 1906 changes 2 5 4 6 a 6 in 1 hr. 13 mins., being 70 K e n t T r e b l e B ob, 36 B ob M in o r , 360 3 2 4 6 5 6 D o u b l e C o u r t , 720 W o o d b in e , 720 O x fo r d T r e b l e B o b . S. Slater 4 5 3 6 -. 3 6 - (conductor), T, Garwood, B. Maxim, P, Garwood, T. E. Slater, G, Smith. 2 4 8 6 3 6 3 6 5 2 3 6 H a m p t o n B is h o p , H erefordshire .— On a Thursday, at the Parish 6 5 3 5 6 4 - Church, by members of the Hereford Association, a quarter-peal of o 5 2 3 6 4 G r a n d s ir e D o u b l e s , in 50 mins. H . Taylor, G. Griffiths, A. Phillips, -3 5 2 6 4 5 W- Short, W . Taylor, F. Foster. 63254- 5 - a B ir m i n g h a m .— A t a meeting of the Natural History and Philo­ 6 6 2 3 4 - sophical Society, held the other evening, Mr. J. S. Pritchett delivered 2 3 6 4 5 - 5 5 - a very instructive and interesting address on the ‘ A rt of Change-ring­ 6 2 3 4 5 5 ing.’ He explained the principles on which the changes were made in -3 6 2 4 5 5 the most commonly used systems, and enlarged especially on the intri­ 24365- 6 S cacy and difficulty of the art. A series of illustrations were given on 3 2 4 6 5 handbells by members of the St. Martin’s Guild, including a course of 4 3 2 6 5 Tho 2nd and 3rd G r a n d s ir e T r ip l e s , and others, on the dulcimer, by Mr. W'ithers. 20435- are never in 6th, and There was a large audience. 4 2 6 3 5 the 2nd never in 5th W e s t W o r l in g t o n , D e v o n .— The people of West Worlington are 6 4 2 at any eourse-end. 3 5 to be congratulated on the success which has so far attended their effort 3 6 25 4 S to restore their ancient parish church, of which they may he justly 5 32 6 4 - proud. It has the rare distinction of retaining its thirteenth-century ■6 5 2 3 4- oak-shingled steeple, and thus shares with Northtawton the reputation 2 3 54 6 - of possessing the only surviving specimens in the diocese of Exeter of a style of ecclesiastical structure which was formerly so prevalent on CHANGE-RINGING. the borders of Devon and Somerset. There are a chancel, nave, and ■The Yorkshire Association. south aisle with beautiful windows and flat oak screen of the Perpen­ dicular period, and some bench-ends of venerable antiquity have, fortu­ A t St. Wilfrid’s, Calverley, on January 6bh, a peal of L o n d o n T r e b l e nately, been preserved. The restoration has been entrusted to the B o b M a j o r , 5280 changes, in 3 hrs. 6 mins. Tenor, 11 cwt. sympathetic treatment of Mr. James Hine, architect, of Plymouth, and Alfred Hardwick * Pratt Cordingley ., his plans have been faithfully carried out by Mr. Read, of Exeter. The Samuel Wheatley. Fred W. Dixcn *.. peal of six hells—two of which still bear their black-letter inscriptions John B. Jackson^ Charles Pratt in Latin, and probably date from about 1430—have been re-hung by Walter Popple well Fred Page. Mr. Stokes, of Woodbury. The fact that a sum of £600 has been Composed by W . Sottanstall, and conducted by Charles Pratt. lnrst raised for this work in a little agricultural parish of only 154 inhabi­ peal in the method.] tants affords pleasing evidence of the vitality of the Church in our The Midland Counties and Yorkshire Associations. country districts. The church was to be reopened on Thursday (yester­ day) by the Bishop, of Exeter. (S h e f f i e l d D is t r i c t S o c ie t y .) A t St. Mary and A ll Saints’, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, on January Sonning Churcih Bell-bingers. — The twenty-fifth annual meet­ ing, of the Sonning Branch was held at WokiDgham, when seventy-eight .7th, Thurstans’ Four-part peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in ringing members and six clergy attended, among the latter being t i e 8i hrs. q9 minamins. Tenor, _ . , 2 4 cwt. Wm. Lambert (101st peal) 1 Sidney F. Palmer .. .. 5 Master of the Diocesan Guild. After a hearty service at 5.30 p.m., at Benjamin A. Knights 2 It. W ilfrid Collier” 'A 6 A ll Saints’ Church, with an address from the Rev. R. Tomlinson, Rector of Finch ampstead, the company adjourned to the Church House for tea William J. Thyng 3 Arthur Knights (condr.)+ 7 and_husiness. In the course of the latter, the Hon. Secretary drew . Clement Glenn ., 4 George Holiis .. 8 attention to the financial position of the Branch, which was at a very f* First peal in the method. t First in the method as conductor.] low ebb; this he hoped might he remedied, permission having been The Essex Association. granted conditionally by the Diocesan Secretary to revert to the old A t St. M a r y Magdalene’s, Harlow Common, on January 18th, a peal rule of handing over to the parent society one-half only, instead of Df N e w C a m b r id g e S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5056 changes, in 2 hrs. 54 mins. two-thirds of the annual subscriptions, as had been the case for the last two years. Mr. W . Houlton and the Wokingham ringers who were lenor, 12 cwt. Grandsirf. Triples E e v . W. S. Willett . . 1 Walter Hobbs .. 5 associated with him in accomplishing a peal of — Ernest Pye .. .. 2 Geoige Dent . . 6 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 48 mins.— on November 14th, 1905, received William Keeble .. .. 3 Isaac Cavill .. 7 hearty congratulations on their success from the Master, the Chairman, Isaac G. Shade .. .. 4 William Pye _ . . . . 8 and others. This is the first record of an eight-hell peal by local mem­ Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by Wrilliam Pye. First peal bers of this branch. The names of those who took part in it are:—Mr. in the method on the hells. H. Houlton (treble), Mr. W . Houlton (conductor), with Messrs. W . Paice, J. F. Mattingley, F. Lush, S. Adams, A. H. Jones, and T. Houlton The Surrey Association. (tenor). Another tower, that of Barkham, has. now joined the Sonning A t S t . Martin’s, Epsom, on January 18th, Parker’s Ten-part peal of branch, which, therefore, includes ten towers, with thirty-three honorary Oxford Bob Triples, 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 48 mins. Tenor, 16 cwt. and 112 ringing members. The Chairman, the Rev. R. II. Ilart-Davis, Frederich Uphill .. 1 Thomas Self ., .. 5 gave a few particulars from his annual report as secretary of the Dio­ Daniel W . Snelling (condr.) 2 Thomas A . Shrubb .. 6 cesan Guild, and mentioned that the annual meeting for 1906 would be Alfred E. Bassett .. 3 William Gearing .. .. 7 held at Henley. The officers for the past year were re-elected, with the Frederick W . Challan Pere)7 Cooper* exception of the leader for Sandhurst, Mr. H. Watts, taking the place Hung as a farewell peal to F. Uphill, who is leaving Epsom. [* First of Mr. 0. Smart, resigned; and the usual votes of thanks brought the )eal, and made a member previous to starting.] proceedings to a close.

Foundry Established A.D. 1570- birkbeck bank ESTABLISHED 1861. M E A B S & ST AIN BANK, 2 i Per cent- INTEREST 32 & 34 W HITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. 2 per cent. INTEREST allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old Belie Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &o., renewed. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Apply C. P. Ravenscroft, Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.O. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. 2 1 6 Church Bells and Illustrated Church Sews. [ February g, 1906.

The Yorkshire Association. BELLS A N D BELL-RINGING, A t St. Leonard's, Wortley, near Sheffield, Yorks, on January 27th, Brooks’ Variation of Stedman Triples, 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 41 mins. Tenor, 12J cwt. The Central Council. 'Clement Glenn (condr.) Sidney F. Palmer John Thorpe ,. Albert Nash T h e First Session of the Sixth Council w ill he held in London on Frank Burgar David Brearley .. Whitsun Tuesday, June 5th, 1906. Nominations for the office of James Evinson Archie Brearley ,, President, and also for that of Hon. Secretary and Treasurer, any other Quickest peal on the bells. notices of motion—all the foregoing to he signed by two members of Council and the reports of Committees, should reach me not later than The Norwich Diocesan Association. Saturday, May 5th. Hon. Secretaries of Diocesan and County Asso­ A t St. Mary’s, Debenham, Suffolk, on January 27th, a peal of ciations will, it is hoped, pardon the reminder that affiliation fees D o u b l e N o r w ic h C o u r t B ob M a j o r , 5088 changes, in 3 hrs. 5 mins. (2s. 6d.) for each elected representative became due on the 1st inst., and Tenor, 20 cwt. should be forwarded as soon as convenient. The rights of repre- Alfred S. Wightman William Groom . . . sentatives whose quota has not been paid are in abeyance until payment Percival Woods* . . Jame3 Rumsey .. has been made. I shall feel grateful if they will, at the same time, William Wightman William Rumsey .. kindly furnish me with the names and addresses of elected repre­ Edgar Hicks George Wightman sentatives, whether re-elected or now chosen for the first time, so as to Composed by Edgar Wightman, and conducted by George W ight­ enable me to draw up the list of the new Council. man. [* First peal in the method.] C h a r l e s D. P . D a v ie s , Hon. Sec. The Ancient Society of College Youths. Fretherne, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire. A t St. Mary-the-Virgin’s, Putney, on January 29th, a peal of L o n ­ d o n S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5040 changes, in 3 brs. 3 mins. Tenor, 16 cwt. John T. Kentish Ernest G. Stibbons Peals of Double Norwich Bob Major. Henry G. Miles . . James Willshire Arthur G. Ellis . . Alfred B. Peck Composed by P . 0. B i x b y , Gainsborough (Lincoln Diocesan Guild). William E. Garrard Henry R. Newton Composed by J. W . Washbrook, and conducted by H. R. Newton. 5376 5376 2 3 4 5 6 1 4 6 2 3 ■4 5 6 4 6 O x f o r d .— On a Wednesday, at Merton College, a half-peal of 3 2 6 4 5 ---- 6 3 5.2 4 - S S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , in 1 hr. 45 mins, by members of the Oxford Society. 4 2 5 3 6 - - ‘s 2 5 3 6 A. Fox, Rev. G. Ridout, S. Hounslow, W . Finch, W . J. Smith, T. Payne, 2 4 6 3 5 ---- 5 6 G. R . Fardon (conductor), W . Stone. 5 4 3 2 6 - - 8 2 3 R o m f o r d .—On Tuesday, January 30th, in II. Edward’s belfry, on 4 5 6 2 3 — 3 6 handbells', 1008 G r a n d s ir e T r ip l e s , containing the twenty-four 6-7’s 3 5 2 4 6 - - 8 6 2 at back-stroke, by members of the Essex Association. H. Dawkins, 1-2 ; -5 3 6 4 2 ---- 5 3 A. J. Perkins, 3-4; W . Watson, 5-6 ; T. Goosemore, 7-8. Conducted 2 5 3 4 6 - S 3 2 by A. J. Perkins. Longest length on handbells hy all except the 5 2 6 4 3 ---- Five times repeated. conductor. -3 2 4 5 6 - - s The Bath and W ells Diocesan Association. — The quarterly 2 3 6 5 4 — 5184 meeting of'the Frome and Midsomer Deanery Branch of this Association 4 3 5 2 6 - - s was held at Kilmersdon on the 27th ult. Ringers began to arrive in the 2 3 4 5 6 1 5 6 3 4 6 2 5 .— village about 3 p.m., and soon the six bells were raised. A few 6-scores 5 4 2 3 6 - - s 6 3 of Grandsire Doubles were rung, and at 5 o’clock there was an ad­ 4 5 6 3 2 - - 4 3 journment for tea. A good business meeting followed, presided over by 2 4 5 3 6 - s the genial Vicar of Kilmersdon (Rev. G. P. Whately), and several new 4 2 6 3 5 — members were proposed, no fewer than four towers being represented by 5 2 3 4 6 - - s the nominees. Tea was succeeded by a very bright and hearty service 2 5 6 4 3 — in the church, when a most appropriate address was delivered by the 3 5 4 2 6 - - s Vicar, in the course of which he gave a hearty welcome to the ringers 3 6 5 3 6 2 4 ---- who had attended from various parts of the Deanery. Ringing was 4 3 2 5 6 - - 8 Five times repeated, resumed on the conclusion of Divine service, and a 6-score of S t e d m a n D o u b l e s Grandsire. 3 4 6 5 2 — adding Single at 1 in was rung, as well as some more The Kilmersdon 2 4 3 5 6 - the last course of the ringers, who have not yet joined the Association, rang some set-changes in good style, their striking being excellent. The towers represented Repeated. 3rd and 6th parts. were Frome (St. John’s), Buckland Dinham, and Midsomer Norton. The St. M artin’s G uild o f Birmingham.— This Guild, which has CHANGE-RINGING. recently altered the boundaries of its influence so as to take in the whole The London County Association late the St. James's Society. of the newly created diocese of Birmingham under the title of ‘ The St. Martin’s Guild of Church Bell Ringers for the Diocese of Birmingham,’ A t St G e o r g e -the-Martyr, Southwark, on January 25th, Thurstans’ held its first quarterly and annual meeting on the 23rd ult., the Bishop n _____ . frnjn nLnnnno in 9. VlTQ 9. m in d One-part "peal of Stedman Triples, 5040 changes, in 3 hrs. 3 mins, of the diocese having graciously consented to become president. The ’Tenor, 15 cwt. rules of tbe Guild were revised to suit the altered conditions, and it T. H. Taffender (condr.). Arthur N. Hardy 5 became necessary, under such revisions, to elect various officers for the Charles J. NortlW John T. Kentish . . 6 ensuing twelve months. Several gentlemen were elected vice-presidents, Frederick G. Perrin Alfred B. Peck 7 and J. S. Pritchett, Esq., M.A., B.C.L., was enthusiastically re-elected William Truss Spencer M. Dodington presiding ringing master. Mr. Albert Walker was elected deputy ringing [* First peal in any method.] master, and Mr. John Neal, treasurer. The Surrey Association. — The annual meeting of members of ■ The Kent County Association. this Association was held at Reigate on the 27th ult. The members A t the Parish Church, Gillingham, Kent, on January 27th, a peal assembled to the number of about thirty, representing Ashtead, Bed- of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5024 changes, in 2 hrs. dington, Carshalton, Charlwood, Croydon, Epsom, Guildford, Horley, -52 mins. Tenor, 14 Cwt. Leatherhead, Redhill, Reigate and Streatham towers. The business A u g u s tu s Harris*, . Sidney Peacock . 5 meeting was presided over, in the unavoidable absence of the Rector, by Fredk. A. Holden Alfred Robson . 6 the Rev. Reginald Jones. Minutes of the previous meeting having been Samuel Taylor William Easter . 7 read and confirmed, the members proceeded to elect the officers for the ensuing year. The Rev. A. S. W . Young, the vicar of Kingston-on- WilliamVV J l | i ri i 11 Bate]a j a i D | ■ • ■ * — William ' Haigh - o . 8 Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by W . Haigh. [* First Thames, was re-elected treasurer, and the honorary secretary, Mr. Chas. peal in the method, t First peal away from the treble.] Dean, was also re-instated.

Foundry Established &.D. 1570. BIRKBEGK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & ST AIN BANK, 2a per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34 W HITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. ■ I B PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. 2 per cent. INTEREST Belfries inspected in Town or Country. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Old Belis Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Apply C. P . R ave n sc r o ft , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.O. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Ropes supplied. Church Bells and Illustrated Church News. [ February 16, 1906.

R o m fo r d .—At. St. Edward’s" Church, on Sunday last, a quarter- peal of S u p e r l a t iv e S u r p r is e M ajo r F. Rainbird. 1: G. A. Black, BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. 2 ; A. J. Perkins, 3; A. J. Carter, 4; W , Nevard, 5: G. R. Pye (condr.), 6; W . Watson, 7 ; E. Pye, 8.

CHANGE-RINGING. The Ely Diocesan AsS'ciation. The Middlesex County Association, the Londoi Diocesan Guild, A combined meeting of the Hunts, and Ely Archdeanery was held at and the Hertford hire Association. Over, on the 27th. Tea was followed by the business meeting. The Vicar, the Rev. T. Normandale—himself a ringer and member of the A t St. Janes’s, Bushey, Herts, on January 27th, a peal of S u p e r ­ Association—presided. The following were also present: l i9v. L. l a t i v e S u r p r is e M a j o r , 5056 changes, in 2 hrs. 49 mins. Tenor, Fisher (Swaffham Prior), Rev. J. M. Clarkson (Brington), Rev. T. US cwt. Knowles, H. S. T. Richardson (Trinity College), P. Webb (Ickleton) Dist. Sec., also members from Cambridge, Ely, Ramsay, Swaffham Maurice F. R. BiVbart 1 Ernest E. Huntley . . 5 2 William G. Whitehead . . 6 Prior, Ickleton, Swavesey, and the local men. The minutes of the last Isiac Of. Shide meetings were read and confirmed. By the invitation of the Rev. T. Bertram Prewett ., 3 James George .. . . 7 Fisher it was decided to hold the next district meeting at Swaffham John R. Sbarman 4 Wfliam Pye . . .. 8 Prior, on Saturday, October 27th. A vote of thai.ks was proposed C jmposei by Arthur Knights, and conducted by William Pye. to the Vicar for the use of the bells, also for presiding, by P. Webb. This was seconded by H. S. T. Richardson, who said it gave him great The Essex Association. pleasure to see the clergy present at these meetings. It was what the Associations were for, to bring the clergy and ringers more in union A c St. Ma*y the Vi'g'm, Stansted, Essex, on Tanuary-61st, a peal with each other. -of D o u b l e N o r w ic h C o u r t B ob M ajor, 5921 changes, in 2 hrs. The Rev. J. M. Clarkson said that the clergyman’s presence in the -51 mins. Tenor, 13 cwt. belfry did a lot of good even if he knew nothing about ringing; it gave George Gray* . . 1 George Jordan . . . . 5 him some idea of what he ought to expect from his ringers, as he could William T. Prior. . 2 John Luckey .. 6 see for himself some of the difficulties to be met with in change-ringing. Thomas Jordan .. 3 Thomas J. Watts .. 7 The Rev. T. Normandale said how pleased he was to welcome the Walter Prior .. . . 4 William Watts .. . . 8 Association to Over. They all knew how keen he was with his choir; Cimposed by C. H. Hattersley, and conducted by W . Watts, hut he thought just as much of his ringers. He was sorry the bells were f * First peal in the method. First peal in the method by a local band. not in good ringing condition-; he had written to a bell-ringer, a friend A birthday compliment to G. Jordan,] of his, and if the Association would favour him with another visit at some future time, he would see that the bells were in good going order. The Midland Counties Associati n. During the afternoon various touches were rung on the tower and also the handbells; the bells not being in good condition, only 720 B ob A t the Bell Foundry Tower, Loughborough, Leicestershire, on M in o r was rung by the following:— Mr. A. Hill, T. R. Dennis, J. February 2nd, Pitstow’s Variation peal of St e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 Taylor, H. S. T. Richardson (conductor), J. Vail, G. Taylor, and W . J. -changes, in 2 brs. 51 mins. Tenor, 6± cwt. Goss. Swavesey hells, one mile distant, were also kindly placed at the Richard Lane Harry Whittle .. .. 5 disposal of members. Thomas H. Colburn Frank Pervin .. 6 Frank G. Burleigh Edward R-ader (condr.) ,. 7 Society for the Archdeaconry of Stafford. William Pervin Horace Stubbs The quarterly meeting in connection with this Society was held at Runo- as a birthday compliment to Messrs. Whittle and Burleigh. the parish church, Walsall, on the 20th ult. There was a good muster Inis is H. Whittle’s 50th peal. of members present, the following towers in the Archdeaconry being represented: Walsall, Bloxwich, Bradley, Wednesbury, Coseley, The St. Martin's Guild for the Diocese of Birmingham. Cannock, St. Luke’s and St. Peter’s (Wolverhampton), A ll Saints and Christ Church (West Bromwich),..Lichfield, .Darliston, Wood A t St. Barnabas’s, Erdington, Warwickshire, on February 3rd, a Green, Oldbury, and Tipton. The hells were kept going during the -peal of C a m b r id g e S u r p r is e M a jo r , 5056 changes, in 2 brs. 57 mins. afternoon and evening. The ringing master (Mr. J. E. Groves) arranged ' Temr, 15 cwt. some touches in the G r a n d s ir e , S t e d m a n , B o b M a j o r , T r e b l e B ob Samuel Grove . . Charles Dickens . . M a j o r , and D o u b l e N o r w ic h C o u r t B ob M a j o r methods, which Edmund J. Hyland A lf Paddon Smith were successfully brought round. It was decided to hold the next George F. Swann . . B.-rnard W . Witchell meeting at Tamworth on Saturday, April 28th. Frank Fay . Arthur E. Pegler . . Composed by C. Middleton, and conducted b y B. W. Witchell. The Liandaff Diocesan Association. 'This is the first'S u r p r is e peal under the new name. T he annual meeting of the St. John’s Society, Cardiff (who are also members of the above) was held in the vestry of St. John’s Church, The Chester Diocesan Guild. Cardiff, on Saturday, January 27th. Mr. W. Allen occupied the chair. The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted in the re-election A t A ll Saints’, Glo-sop, Derbyshire, on February 3rd, a peal of of Mr. W . Allen as treasurer; Mr. W . Miller was elected captain, and T r e b l e B ob M ajor, 5024 changes, in the Kent Variation, in 2 hrs. Mr. J. Johnson as secretary. The addition to the band of two members ■5j mins. Tenor, 16 cwt. having been confirmed, the next item for discussion on the agenda J. Sidebotham (condr.) F. Hall . . was that fines he put into force in order to obtain punctuality J. Harrop . . T. Harrop in attendance, both for Sunday ringing and also practice - nights. J. Goddard T. Hulme . . After discussion, it was proposed, seconded, and carried, that O. Marsland J. Bentley members if late ringing for Sunday service five minutes be fined Id., if absent, 3d., if fifteen minutes late or absent on The London County Association of Change-ringers. practice - night (Thursday), be fined Id. I f was decided that in consideration of the assistance rendered in the tower and to the A t St. Mary’s, Battersea, on February lOcli, Sbipway’s Tei-part ringers by Mr. A , Rowley in instructing learners and conducting, that -peal of G r a n d s i r e T r ip l e s , in 2 hrs. 50 min. the society make him a presentation. The St. John’s Society look- J. Piyer W. Dean , . forward for a successful year in the art of change-ringing, having several J. Baker . . E. Cassell . . very promising ringers in hand, and look forward to the time when the II. Turner* H. M hiics (condr.). ten instead of eight can be rung. Other small items having been dis­ W . G. Matthews B, J. Clode , cussed, the meeting was brought to a close by the passing of a vote of [ * First on bob bell, t First peal. thanks to the chairman for presiding.

Foundry Established A.D. 1570. birkbeck bank ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & ST AIN BANK, 24 per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34 W HITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. 2 per cent. INTEREST ^Allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &e. iApply C . F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Ropes supplied. Church Bells and Illustrated Church l\ews. [ February 25, 1900.

A t St. Mary Magdalene, Reigate, Surrey, on February -3rd, a peal of BELLS AND BELL-RINGING. Henry Hutton . . 1 Henry L. Garfath, jun.. . 6 Charles Willshire . . .. 2 George W. Challice . 7 Alfred II. Winch . . . 3 Septimus Radford . 8 Superlative Surprise Major. Harrjr Last . 4 Frank Blondell . 9 Frederick Richardson . 5 Alfred Pulling . 10 By H enry Daiys, Royal Cumberland-’ Composed by H. Dains, and conducted by Alfred H. Pulling. [* First 5408 peal of R o y a l , t F. Richardson was elected a member of the above Guild previous to starting for the peal..] 2 3 4 5 6 b . m .yv.h . ■3 5 2 8 4 * The London County Association (late St. James’s Society.) 3 5 6 4 2 * 2 6 5 4 3 - - A t St. John’s, Waterloo Road, on February 10th, a peal of D o u b l e ■52043 N o r w ic h C o u r t B ob M ajo r , 5072 changes, in 2 hrs. 58 mias. Tenor, 20 cwt. 34625 ------Arthur N. Hardy. . . , 1 Reginald Edwards .. 5 6 3 4 2 5 .J ohn T. Kentish . . 2 Ernest G. Stibbons . . 6 4 6 ‘3 2 5 Frederick G. Perrin . . 3 George Woodiss . . . . 7 4 6 2 5 3 William H. Hollier * 4 James E. Davis .. .. 8 2 4 0 5 3 Composed by Edwin Barnett, and conducted by James E. Davis. 2 4 5 3 6 [* First peal in the method.] 5 2 4 3 6 This peal has the 5 and 6 bells 4 5 2 3 6 each the extent in 5-4 at 4 6 3 2 5 4 A t B r a in t r e e (E ssex ).— On a Monday, fo r practice at St, courses wrong and 8 courses Michael’s church, 1296 D o u b l e N o r w ic h . F. Webb, W . Sadler, G. H. 2 6 3 5 4 right, with two triplet sets of 3 26 5 4 Sentance, C. H. Howard (conductor), E. Clayton, J. T. Barker, F. Rudkin, course-ends with bells reversed in S. R. Roper. 3 2 5 4 6 5-6. The first on this plan. 5 3 2 4 6 A t H e r n e ( K e n t ).— On a Saturday, at St, Martin’s Church, 5 3 4 6 2 720 K e n t T r e b l e B ob M in o r , being the first on the bells since re­ hanging by Mears and Stainbank. H. Smith, S. White, W. J. Sorrell 4 5 3 6 2 (conductor), J. Walter, E. Slingsby, S. Walter. 3 4 5 6 2 6 8 A t . S e d b e r g h .— On a’ Wednesday, for practice, a quarter-peal of 6 4 S t e d m a n T r ip l e s . W . Stainton, T. Sisson, E. Pennington, J. E. 5 6 Senogles, H. Haresnape, W . Pennington, G. F. Woodhouse (conductor), 4 5 J. Smith. 2 6 A t S h e f f ie l d E n g l is h (H a n t s ). — On February 6th, 336 2 3 G r a n d s ir e T r ip l e s . J. Elcombe, C. Hayter, J. Chalk, F. Paskins, 4 2 G. Newman, J. Walker, W . G. Fowler (conducter), F. Hand. And 210 3 4 G r a n d s ib e T r ip l e s . F. Paskins, C. Hayter, J. Elcombe, G. Newman, R. White (conductor), J. Walker, W . G. Fowler, J. Pinsent.

CHANGE-RINGING. NOTICES. The Middlesex County Association and the London Diocesan T h e A n c ie n t S o c ie t y o f C o l l e g e Y o u t h s (established 1637).— Guild. The subscription of Is. 8d. which entitles members to vote on questions of finance, is now due, and should be paid before February 28th. A t St. George’s-in-the-East, London on February 6th, a peal of L o n d o n Meetings for practice w ill be held at St. Mary-le-Bow, Cheapside, on : S u r p r is e M ajo r , 5056 changes, in 2 hrs. 33 mins. Tenor, 30 cwt. 1 qr. Tuesday the 27th, at St. Paul’s Cathedral on the 27th, and at St. .15 lbs. Magnus, Lower Thames Street, on Thursday, March 1st and 8th. William Pick worth .. 1 J ohn Armstrong . ; ,. 5 1 W . T. C o c k e r il l , Hon. Sec. John J. Lamb .. . . 2 Sidney Wade . . . . 6 32 Edgeley Road, Clapham, S.W. Bertram Prewett . . . . 3 Ernest Pye .. 7 Isaac G. Shade ., . . 4 William Pye • • 8 H e r ts A s s o c ia t io n .— A District Meeting will be held at Hemel Hempstead, on Saturday, February 24th, 1906. Bells available 4.30. conducted by William Pye. First Composed by G. Lindoff, and Tea at the Swan Hotel, 5.4-5, 6d. per head. A ll members and friends peal in the method on the bells. invited. H. E d e n , Hon. Sec. 8 Highfield Road, Bushey, Herts. The Winchester Diocesan Guild. T h e M id l a n d C o u n t ie s A s s o c ia t io n (Nottingham and District).— A t St. Laurence’s, Chobham, Surrey, on February 1st, Brooks’s A meeting will be held in St. Peter’s belfry, on Saturday (to-morrow) peal of S t e d m a n T r ip l e s , 5040 changes, in 2 hrs. 43 mins. Tenor, at 7 o’clock, to nominate a delegate to the Central Council. 101 cwt. R e u b e n C l i f f o r d , Local Hon. Sec. Alfred TI. Pulling (condr.) 1 George W . Ohalliee Bramcots Road, Beeston. Charles Willshire .. . . 2 John Emery* T h e M id d l e s e x C o u n t y A s s o c ia t io n a n d L o n d o n D io c e s a n Henry L. Garfath, jun. . . 3 George Woodiss . , G u il d (South and West District). —The next meeting of the above James Hunt . . . . 4 Frank Blondell will be held at Isleworth, on Saturday (to-morrow). Bells ready at [ * First peal in the method with a bob-bel].] 4 p.m. Tea kindly provided by the Vicar, the Rev. J. LI. Champion McGill, at the Mission Room, Hartland Road, at 5.30. W ill any A t St. Mary’s, Chiddin?ford, Surrey, on February 2nd, a peal of member who has not yet received the Annual Report kindly send a D o u b l e N o r w ic h C o u r t B ob M a j o r , 5008 changes, in 2 hrs. 48 mins. postcard. J. J. P r a t t , Dist. Hon, Sec. 'Tenor, 11 cwt. Hillingdon. Henry L. Garfath, jun. Thomas Atwell S t . T h o m a s 's G u il d , D u d l e y . —The annual meeting of the above Charles Willshire . , John S. Goldsmith will be held at Dudley to-morrow (Saturday). Bells available at 4; George Woodiss . . Frank Blondell service at 5 o’clock. Alfred H. Pulling. . James Hunt W. M ickleweight , Hon. Seel Composed by W . Willson, and conducted by Alfred LI. Pulling. 16 Wilmcote Place, Oxford Street, Dudley.

Foundry Established fl.D. 1570- BIRKBEGK BANK ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS STAINBANK, 2a per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34 W HITECHAPEL ROAD, LONDON, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts Repayable on Demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST |j j | PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly JbBbHL. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. w Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, &c., renewed. A d van ces made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS,. &c, Apply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holbom, W.O. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octanes. Bell Ropes supplied. 276 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News [M a r c h 3,1906

The Chester Guild. A t the Parish Church, Market Drayton, Shropshire, on February 17th, a peal of Bob Major, 5,376 changes, in 3hrs. 12min. Tenor, 17cwt. lqr. W. Weatherby ...... 1 I R. Langford...... 5 J. H. Riding...... 2 | E. W eatherby...... 6 J. Kettle ...... 3 I G. Harding ...... 7 AN ACTIVE VETERAN. R. T. Holding, Junr 4 | R. T. Holding, Senr 8 Perhaps fewer people hold a longer record for faithful Conducted by R. T. Holding, Senr. service in choir and belfry than Mr. James Knapp, of Shriven- The Sussex County Association. ham. Born on May 15, 1821, he has lived his more than four A t St. Peter’s, Henfield, Sussex, on February 20th, Thurstan’s score years of life in this picturesque Berkshire village. For Four-Part Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes, in 3 hours 3 minutes. Tenor, lGcwt. seventy-seven years he has sung in the choir of his parish William Markwell 1 Albert Goddard...... 5 church, and at the present time never misses a practice or Samuel Burt ...... 2 Albert Heaseman ...... 6 service, except under stress of illness or bad weather. The Lazarus Payne ...... 3 Charles Tyler (con.) 7 period of his service as bell-ringer is but little less long, and George Payne...... 4 Arthur Hodges ...... 8 The Saiop Archidiacenai Guild.—Shifnal Albion Society. On Thursday, February 22nd, 1906, at the Parish Church, a Bachelors’ Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes in 2 hrs. 52mins. Tenor, 19|cwt. Taylor’s Six-Part. *Charles Picken Treble tPercy A. Baker .... 5 Arthur Downes ...... 2 jGeorge Haycox...... 6 William Page ...... 3 George Picken ...... ,..... 7 Frank G. Williams 4 § Harry Wedge Tenor * First peal away from Tenor, f First peal of Grandsire. First peal. First peal as conductor. The whole of the above ringers were born and reside in the Parish of Shifnal, and their average age is twenty years, and they have been instructed by their present captain, Mr. John Bradney. Croydon, Surrey—The Surrey Association. On Saturday, February 24th, 1906, in 3 hours and 7 minutes, at the Church of St. John the Baptist a peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes, Holt’s Ten-part. Tenor, 32cwt. Edward Goss...... Treble William States ...... 5 *Edward W. Bray 2 William Groves ...... 6 Cyril F. Johnston ...... 3 William Hill ...... 7 Amos Clark...... 4 f Ernest H. Pope...... 8 Conducted by Edward W. Bray. f * First peal as conductor. f First peal. The Gloucester & Bristol Piocesan Association.— Prestbury, Gloucestershire. On Saturday, February 24th, in 2hrs. 42min., at St. Mary’s Church, a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Thurstan’s. Tenor, 14cwt., in F. Thomas Baldwyn ...... 1 Prophet Sevier ...... 5 Jesse Gillett ...... 2 John Austin...... 6 Mr. Knapp. Cecil Boxwell...... 3 Ernest Davis ...... 7 George Condick...... 4 John Harrison...... Tenor. is equally praiseworthy. Now the leader in the belfry, he has Conducted by John Austin. been a ringer for seventy-one years. He had the honour of The Middlesex County Association and London ringing for the late Queen’s Coronation, on the occasion of her Diocesan Guild. two Jubilees; he took his part in a muffled peal after her On Saturday, February 24th, at St. Sepulchre’s, the Viaduct, death, and rang for K ing Edward’s Coronation. A mason hy Holborn, London, a peal of Stedman Caters, 5,019 changes, in trade, Mr. Knapp has worked all his life on Lord Barrington’s 3hrs. 30min. Tenor, 31cwt., in D. estate at Shrivenham until nine years ago, when, owing to C. Charge...... 1 W. J. Nudds...... 6 his eyesight failing, he was compelled to give up work. He is J. G. Shade ...... 2 G. Charge...... 7 hale and hearty for his years, and still able to interest himself J. J. Lamb ...... 3 W. Pye ...... 8 in all that goes on around him. M. Woodcock...... 4 R. Charge...... 9 H. Flanders...... 5 J. G eorge...... : 10 Composed by G. T. Daltry ; conducted by W. Pye. CHANGE-RINGING. The Ancient Society of College Youths. The Ancient Society of College Youths and the (Established November, 1637.) St. Mary Abbot’s Guild, Kensington. On Saturday, February 24th, at St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, On Saturday, February 17th, 1906, in 2hrs. 5Gmin., at the Church a peal of Stedman Cinques, 5,002 changes, in 4hrs. Tenor, 62ewt., of St. Nicholas, Chiswick, a peal of Double Norwich Court Bob in B. Major, 5,008 changes. Tenor 14cwt. John N. Oxborrow 1 John W. Golding ...... 7 Henry W. Kirton Treble Ernest G. Stibbons ...... 5 Herbert Langdon ...... 2 Charles F. Winney ...... 8 Henry G. Miles ...... 2 John T. Kentish...... 6 Harry R. Pasmore 3 Frederick Dench ...... 9 Albert Y. Selby ...... 3 Archibald F. Harris ...... 7 William H. Pasm ore 4 William T. Cockerill ... 10 Henry W. Wilkes ...... 4 William E. Garrard...... Tenor George N. P ric e ...... 5 Henry R. Newton ...... 11 Composed by J. C. Jackson, and conducted by W. E. Garrard. Alfred B. Peck ...... 6 Richard T. Hibbert ...... 12 First peal in the method on the bells. Composed by F. Dench ; conducted by H. R. Pasmore. Foundry Established A.D. 1570. BIRKBECK BANK MEARS & STAINBANK, ESTABLISHED 1851. 32 & 34, W HITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. 2\ per cent. INTEREST allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. 2 per cent. INTEREST Belfries inspected in Town or Country. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, 8c., renewed. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. A pply C. E. 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New Mills, Derbyshire.—Chester Diocesan Guild. On Monday, February 19th, 1906, in 3h. 4min., at the Parish Church, a peal of Treble Bob Major, 5,024 changes, in the Kent variation. Tenor 13icwt. *William Butler ...... Treble Egbert Stamper...... 5 CHANGE-RINGING. William Lowerj...... 2 Rev. A. T. Beeston ...... 6 William Walker...... 3 William Marshall ...... 7 A Peal of Stedman Caters (5,163 changes) by Alfred Barnes...... 4 Fred H olt...... Tenor G. A stbu ry, Stockport. Composed by Arthur Knights ; conducted by Rev. A. T. Beeston. * First peal. 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 1 5 4 6 2 9 7 8 * 5 16 Middlesex County Association and the London 3 1 2 5 6 4 — Diocesan Guild. 3 1 4 2 6 5 — On Thursday, February 22nd, 1906, in 3hrs. 8min., at Christ 4 1 3 5 6 2 —— Church, Southgate, a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes, 4 1 2 3 6 5 — Thurstan’s Four-Part. Tenor 25cwt. 2 1 4 5 6 3 — — Sidney Wade ...... Treble Frederick G. Tegg...... 5 2 1 3 4 6 5 — Isaac J. Attwater 2 William Pickworth ...... 6 2 1 5 3 6 4 — Harry E. Balaam ...... 3 John Armstrong...... 7 5 1 2 4 6 3 —— John E. M iller ...... 4 *Charles B ale ...... Tenor 5 1 3 2 6 4 — Conducted by Isaac J. Attwater. 5 1 4 3 6 2 — Rung on the occasion of the conductor's birthday, being his 4 1 5 2 6 3 —— first peal in the method as conductor. * First peal. 4 1 5 3 6 2 S — 4 1 2 5 6 3 — Ancient 'Society of College Youths and the St.. 4 1 3 2 6 5 — 3 1 4 5 6 2 —— Mary Abbot’s Guild, Kensington. 3 1 2 4 6 5 — On Saturday, February 24th, 1906, in 3hrs. 25min„ at the Church 2 1 3 5 6 4 —— of St. Mary Abbot’s, Kensington, a peal of Double Norwich Court 2 1 4 3 6 5 — Bob Caters, 5,093 changes, , Tenor 32ewt. — 2 1 5 4 6 3 Arthur Cutmore ... Treble Henry G. Miles ...... 6 6 4 — — 5 1 2 3 John T. Kentish..... 2 Henry W. Kirton ...... 7 5 1 4 2 6 3 — Albert Y. Selby...... 3 Archibald F. Harris ..... 8 1 3 4 6 2 — 5 Ernest G. Stibbons ... 4 William B. Garrard ...... 9 2 4 —— 3 1 5 6 Henry W. Wilkes .. ... 5 Fredk. J. Redknap Tenor 2 1 4 5 6 3 8 7 9 t Composed by the Rev. E. Bankes James, and conducted by * Bobs at 1 4 6 7 10 11 12 13 14. W. E. Garrard. t Bobs at 1 2 5 10 13 14 16, and from this course-end call the Rung on the occasion of the wedding of Mr. J. H. B. Hesse. whole of the 5, 16 calling exactly as given above, and the 48th course-end w ill be 21436587 9. Round at hand next change. Has the extent of 1 6 in 2 5. On February 17th a meeting of members of the Grimsby District [We have pleasure in inserting the figures of this peal, but have of the Lincoln Diocesan Guild of Church Bell-ringers (Northern not had the opportunity of proving them.] Branch) took place at Scunthorpe. Ringing commenced at 2.30_ p.m. on the ring of eight bells of the parish church, and Yorkshire Association.—Far Headingley, Leeds. during the afternoon and evening touches of Grandsire Triples, Bob Major and Treble Bob were rung. A short service was held On Saturday, March 3rd, in 2hrs. 55min., at St. Chad’s Church, at 5.30, at which the Vicar gave an address on the office and a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Brooks’s. Tenor. duties of a ringer. After the service a tea was provided. 20cwt. A. Stokoe...... 1 G. Barraclough P. R. Barraelough 2 W. All wood ..... Obituary. Clem. Giemi...... 3 W. Child ...... John A lfred Roundhill. —One of the ringers of the parish A. Nash...... 4 D. York...... church of St. Chad’s, Far Headingley, Leeds, has died at the age Conducted by C. Glenn. Rung as birthday compliments to the of forty-one years. He was laid to rest at St. Chad's, within the conductor, his brotber-ringers wishing many happy returns of sound of the bells he loved so well. In the evening the bells his birthday. were rung half-muffled by his brother-ringers—896 Double G argrave. Norwich, also 756 of Stedman Triples, time not allowing for a full peal:— On Saturday, February 17th, 1906, in 3b., at the Church of St. Andrew, a peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. A. Stokoe ...... G. E. M athew ...... 5 F. R. Barraclough . J. Moxon ...... 6 *Joseph Langstroth Treble William Townson ...... 5 D. Sw ift...... 3 W. Child (conductor) ... 7 James Wane ...... 2 Christopher Langstroth 6 J. Bennett...... 4 | G. Barraclough ...... 8 * Joshua Lofthouse . 3 John M cKell ...... 7 * Arthur R. Jones . 4 Henry Birfcwhistle Tenor Several beautiful wreaths were sent, including one from his Composed by J. J. Parkee conducted by John McKell. brother-ringers and from sympathising friends. *First peal. First peal in the method on the bells, and by all G. B. except the conductor. The valuation report issued by the Actuary of the Prudential Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association.— Assurance Company, Limited, for 1905, shows that the number of Sunderland. life policies in force at December 31st, 1905, was 773,051, assuring, with bonirs, 85,944,2451., and producing a premium income of 4,118,3601. per On Friday, February 16th, 1906, in 2hrs. 45min., at the Parish annum. The double endowment table introduced in the year 1903 Church, a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. A Variation has, we are glad to learn, proved very successful, there being nearly of Thurstan’s Four-Part. Tenor 14-Jewt. 27,000 of these policies in force, assuring over 3,260,0001.; including William Story ...... Treble I Frank Naisby ...... 5 these policies, there are 622.422 policies effected under the endowment assurance tables, where the sum assured is payable in thelife time of Robert W. Lovie ...... 2 j Alfred F. Sillier...... 6 the policy-holder. The life annuities payable are 3.369 in number, and John J. Leighton __..... 3 ! Rev. F. E . Robinson...... 7 amount to 114,0811. per annum. The Staff Provident Fund also shows Thomas W. Ditchburn ... 4 | John Hawes ...... Tenor a satisfactory increase for the year, -the amount to its credit being Conducted by the Rev. F. E. Robinson. 148,4911. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS &STAINBANK, 2 i per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34,’? WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., ren ew ed . A pply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets np to 5 Octaves. Bell B-opes supplied. 316 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News [M a r c h 17,1906

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CHANGE-RINGING. St. WiHiam’s College, York. Surrey Association.—Croydon. To t h e E d it o r or “ C h u r c h Be l l s .” On Saturday, February 24th, 1906, in 3hrs. 7mins., at the church Sir —I beg to thank you, on behalf of the joint committee of of St. John the Baptist, a peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes ; the two Houses of the York Convocation and the House of Lay­ Holt’s Ten-part. Tenor 32ewt. men (of which the Bishop of Wakefield is chairman), for your kind Edward Goss ...... Treble William States o notice of the efforts which we are making to restore this beautiful *Edward W. Bray...... 2 William Groves .. 6 old building to a renewed service of and "work for the Church. Cyril F. Johnston ...... 8 William Hill ... .. 7 I should like to say that we have already taken quite one-third Amos C lark...... 4 fErnest H. Pope . .Tenor of the building in hand. A very fine and large hall for the use Conducted by Edward W. Bray. of the House of Laymen w ill soon be ready, and a lovely chamber, *First peal as conductor. "[First peal. with old oak panels and handsome ceiling and old fireplaces, which w ill serve as a chamber for the Bishops, is well on its way. Lancashire Association.—Worsley. We have just been offered the sum of 5001.—conditionally, on a like On Saturday, February 24th, 1906, in 3hrs. 4mins., at the church sum being at once raised—in order to deal with the portion of of St. Mark, a peal of Treble Bob Major, 5,088 changes ; in the the building which is to be converted into the chamber for the Kent variation. Lower House. We are most desirous that the work should not Frederick Derbyshire Treble James H. R idyard ...... o be stopped for lack of funds, and, especially, we are anxious that Arthur Ridyard...... 2 Percy H. Derbyshire. ... 0 the above offer should be promptly met. A caretaker’s set of *George Way ...... 8 John Baguley...... 7 rooms in the building is also becoming a pressing necessity.— Titus Barlow ...... 4 Joseph Ridyard .Tenor Yours truly, Composed by John Thorp, and conducted by Joseph Ridyard. Helmsley, R.S.O. C. N. G r a y , Hon. Sec. *First peal in the method. Lancashire Association.—Manchester. Acknowledgments. On Saturday, February 24th, 1906, in 3hrs. 47mins., at the Town- A l l H a l l o w s , L ondon W a l l .—T h e Rector acknowledges, with hall, a peal of Grandsire Caters, 5,021 changes. Tenor 52cwt. sincere thanks, the following donations:— Mrs. Barrow, 21, 2s.; Robert Davies...... Treble I William H. Cooper 6 Mrs. Selby Bigge, 11. Is .; Maj.-General Edmeads, II. Is .; C. M., William Brammer ...... 2 A. Edward Wreaks ...... 7 I I . ; Miss E. Spenee, I I . ; Miss Beale, I I . ; Anon.,. 11.; E. L. Walter Brown...... 3 j Walter C. Hunt ...... 8 Douglas, 15s.; Miss Woods, 10s. 6d .; Maj.-General Crasters, 10s.; *Wilfrid J. Moss ...... 4 1 Richard Newton ...... 9 J. W. Clark, 10s.; E. B. Franklin, 10s.; Geo. Hesketh, 5s. ; Misses George E. Turner ...... 5 | Harry Chapman Tenor I. and A. Mee, 5s.; R. Douglas, 2s. 6d .; A. L. Donaldson, 2s. 6d .; Composed by H. Johnson and conducted by A. Edward Wreaks. Miss Milne, 2s. 6d .; Anon., I s .; Anon., Is. Amount already * First peal in the method. Rung as a birthday compliment to acknowledged, 5311. 6s. 6d. Richard Newton, his brother-ringers wishing him many happy The R e v . R o b e r t Co n n e ll, St. Luke’s, Rectory, Cedar Hill, returns. Victoria, B.C., desires to thank the lady who so kindly sends him Gloucester and Bristol Diocesan Association.— the paper, and to eall her attention to the change of address. Lydney. The R e v . A. A n s t e y D o r r e l l , St. Alban’s Vicarage, Ashcroft’ On Saturday, March 3rd, in 3hrs., at the Parish Church, Lydney, British Colombia, writes that the copy of C h u r c h B e lls which a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes, composed by Sir A. P. reaches him weekly is highly appreciated by those who see it. Hey wood, Bart. Tenor 17cwt. in E. The R e v . J. F l e t c h e r , Chedoke, Ontario, writes that an Thomas Baldwyn ...... 1 j Prophet Sevier ...... 5 unknown friend has kindly sent him C h u r c h B e ll s for many Jesse Gillett ...... 2 I John Austin...... 6 years to Grand Valley, Ontario. A note of thanks and a request George Condick...... 3 | John Davis ...... 7 to note change of address was inserted a short time since, but the Samuel Loxton ...... 4 | Frederick Sandford ... Tenor paper still goes to the old address. Conducted by John Austin. The first peal of Stedman rung The Rev. H. R. H o lm e s, Taljhari, via Sekrigali, E.I.R. Loop upon these bells. Lines, Bengal, writes to thank the kind friend (Clifton, Bristol) Yorkshire Association. who sends him C h u r c h B e lls regularly. On Saturday, March 10th, in 2hrs. 55mins., at the Church of All The Rev. M. K ir e b r id e , of Mangere, New Zealand, heartily Saints’, Otley, a peal of [Kent Treble Bob Major was rung, 5,056 thanks the lady who regularly sends him C h u r c h B e ll s , and changes. Tenor 16cwt. begs to assure her that her kindness is much appreciated. Fred. R. Barraclough Fred. W. Dixon The R e v . F. M. L a n e , Koffyfontein, asks if the friend who has Arthur Stokoe ...... John Nelson..... been sending C h u r c h Be lls w ill send it in future to his new George Barraclough... William Child 7 address—the Rectory, Rouxville, O.R.C. John B.Jackson...... David Y o r k ..... The R e v . W. A l a n L e a c h , Saltcoats Vicarage, Saskatchewan, Composed by H. Dains, conducted by F. Dixon, and rung in Canada, wishes to thank the unknown donor who sends C h u r c h honour of the wedding of C. Ralph, daughter of one of the Otley B e lls every week. He looks forward eagerly to its arrival. Lie ringers, which took place at Otley Church. would much appreciate a copy of the Church Quarterly Review, and would willingly pay half the cost of each number; also the Expositor. The Rev. A. Ashley, Precentor and Second Chaplain, has been appointed by the Dean to the office of vice-president of the In response to several applications for the copy of the Spectator Edinburgh Bell-Ringers’ Guild. which was offered by a reader in our issue of January 26th last, this copy has now been allotted. A meeting of the Cleveland and North Yorks Association of Ringers was held at Saltburn on Saturday last. The ring of eight bells at Saltburn and six at Marske were available during the At a cost of something like 3701., the renovation of the bells in day, and were kept going until late in the evening. Two touches Southover Church, Lewes, has been accomplished. Twelve months were rung in the afternoon. A committee meeting was held at ago it transpired that the bells and framework were in an five o’clock, when several new members were proposed, the most unsatisfactory condition, and expert advice suggested the danger notable of these being the Rev. F. E. Robinson, Yicar of Drayton, of ringing until the bells had been quarter turned and re-hung. Oxfordshire, who has, during his career, rung well over 1,000 peals. Thanks, however, to Mr. J. Thornton Rickman, Mrs. Rickman, Mr. The next meeting of the Association was fixed for Easter F. G. Courthope, and other parishioners, a scheme was promoted Monday, at Bedale. for the addition of two bells to the existing peal of eight. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. IS7Q. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 | per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. ' Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast, Fittings, Sc., ren ew ed. A pply C. F . R ave nscr o ft, Secretary, BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &e. Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. 336 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News [M a r c h 24,1906

death is considered to have taken place. The Buckingham Register for the year 1628 says :— “ Robart Atton was buryed vj of may.” Shells and ^Bel Robert Atton had a son the same name as himself, but it is considered that the entry in the Buckingham Register refers to the bellfounder himself, as the foundry at Buckingham was THE ARTICLES OF RINGING. closed about the year 1633. Nathaniel Bolter, an assistant of I. You that in Ringing take delight Robert Atton, was, undoubtedly, the founder of all bells from Be pleased to draw Near the Buckingham foundry after the year 1628, although These Articles you must observe Robert Atton’s name appears on bells after that date. I f you mean to ring here. The treble bell at Loughton, Bucks, has on it— II. And first if any overturn ROBERT ATTON MADE ME 1631. A Bell as that he may The fourth at Grandborough, Bucks— He forthwith for that only Fault ROBERT ATTON NATHANIEL BOLTTEIt 16 Co8. In Beer shall sixpence pay. A t the time of the Edwardian Inventory of Church Goods Ill, I f any one shall Curse or Swear Turweston possessed in 1553— When he come Within the door 5 May, 1553...... ij great bellys. He then shall Forfeit for that Fault 7 July, 1637 Turweston Bells 2 As mentioned before. 1714 2 bells IV. If any one shall wear his Hat 1755 A t the West End is a mean low Tower, When he is Ringing here covered with a Hoping leaded Roof, in He straightway then shall sixpenny pay which hang two little Bells, caft Anno In Cider or in Beer. 1626. V. If any one these Articles L. H. C h a m b e r s . Refuseth to Obey Let him have nine Stripes of ye Rope CHANGE-RINGING. And to depart Away. Lincoln Diocesan Guild.—Gainsborough. William Gale, John Withers, On Saturday, March 17th, 1906, in 3hrs. 6mins., at the church of Churchwardens 177[1]. All Saints’, Gainsborough, a peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 ■—From “ Dunster Church and Priory.” changes.1 Tenor 20cwt. (Taunton : Barnicote and Pearce.) John Fisher ...... Treble W. II. Heyhoe...... 5 P. O. B ix b y ...... 2 E. Brow n...... 6 * 0. Kennington ...... 3 J. W. Seamer ...... 7 J. T. Ladd...... 4 TURWESTON, BUCKS. C. Taylor ...... 8 * First peal in the method. B e l l I nscriptions . Rung with the bells half-muffled as a tribute of respect to the late Henry D. Marshall, Esq. This small parish is situated at the north-west end of the First half-muffled peal on the bells. county, on the river Ouse, which river here divides Buckingham­ Stoke, Coventry. shire from Northamptonshire. The present church is a stone On Monday, February 26th, 504 Grandsire Triples :—W. Maund, building erected in 1694. It was restored in 1863. The list A. W. Flowers, F. Viles, F. Gallimore, J. Fennell, W. Beesley, J. H. of Rectors of this parish dates back to the twelfth century. White (conductor), W. Ferriss. On Sunday, Mareh 4th, for The two bells in the tower are inscribed as under :— Morning Service, 210 Grandsire TriplesE. Johnson, A. W. Treble. R A 1626. Flowers, F. Viles, J. Fennell, W. Beesley,. J. H. White (conductor), Diameter 23ins. M . Maund, T. Bloxham. Also for Evening Service, 924 Grandsire Triples :—E. Johnson, F. Gallimore, F. Viles, W. Maund, J. Fennell, Note.— This bell is cracked, and is not now used. W. Beesley, J. H. White (conductor), T. Bloxham. On Sunday, Tenor. R A 1625. March 11th, for Evening Service, 560 Grandsire TriplesT. Diameter 25ms. .Bloxham, S. Hope, A. W. Flowers, J. Fennell, W. Maund, W. Beesley, J. H. White (conductor), W. Ferriss. The tenor bell was cast, in 1625— a year earlier than the treble. They are both the work of Robert Atton, of Bucking­ Berkswell, Warwickshire. ham. The Atton family appear to have moved from Leicester On Saturday, March 17th, 720 Grandsire Minor, in 26 minutes :— to Buckinghafh circa 1585. Thomas Newcombe II. of the T. Bloxham, A. W. Flowers, W. Maund, W. Beesley, F. Viles, J. II. White (conductor). This is the first 720 by the ringer of the fifth. Leicester Foundry, who died in 1580, and was buried in A ll Also 360 Grandsire Doubles :—J. H. White (conductor), W. Beesley,* Saints’ Church in that town on February 7th, left three sons A. W. Flowers, W. Maund, F. Viles, T. Bloxham. Also 360 Grand­ and a daughter; also an apprentice, named Bartholomew sire Doubles :—W. Whitehead, J. II. White (conductor), A. Dingley, Atton. Robert Newcombe III. (the eldest of Thomas New­ A. James, G. Hayward; A. W. Flowers. combe II.’s children) and Bartholomew Atton- entered into partnership, and removed from Leicester about the year above mentioned, and came to Buckingham, where he died and was Scarborough.—As there is likely to be a number of change-ringers among the delegates attending the conference of the National Union buried in January, 1591. Bartholomew Atton carried, on the of Teachers to be held at Scarborough‘during Easter week, the business for a time, presumably, single-handed. The third Scarborough ringers will be glad to make arrangements for ringing, bell, at Great Horwood, in this county, dated 16Q5, has on it either at Scarborough, Bridlington, or Robin Hood’s Bay, if ringers in addition the initials BARA, being those of Bartholomew attending will communicate with me as early as possible. and Robert Atton respectively, in the same lettering as on the 6, Langdale-road, Scarborough. • H. F e r g u s o n ! Turweston bells. Both Bartholomew and Robert Atton cast a T he M iddlesex C ounty A ssociation and L ondon D iocesan considerable number of bells for the home counties. It is G u ild (South and West District).—The next meeting of the above thought that Robert Atton was Bartholomew’s son. The w ill be held at Heston, on Saturday, March 31st. Bells ready at 4 P IP - , J. J. P r att, Dist. Hon. Sec. former continued to cast bells till the year 1628, when his Hillingdon. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, per cent. INTEREST allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 32 & 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, 8c„ renewed. A p p ly C. F . RA v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Snuthamnton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. BELLS W ITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. 856 Church Bells ancl Illustrated Church News [M a r c h 31, 1906

A P rayer f o r the Children. CHANGE-RINGING. To the E ditor of “ C hurch B e lls .” Oxford Diocesan Guild.—Aldermaston, Berks. S i r —At this crisis, when the future of our children seems to hang in the balance, what can we mothers do but pray most earnestly (Reading Branch.) that the counsels of our legislators may he divinel v guided for their On Saturday, March 10th, 1906, in 2hrs. 58mins., at the church of good ? How needful this is Bishop Wilkinson has shown in his St. Mary, a peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,184 changes. important letter to the Times, pointing out the appalling results of ^George W. T. Smith ...Treble Joseph Hands...... 5 a non-religious education in other countries. For those who have Johnson E. Hern...... 2 George Essex ...... 6 joined no league for the purpose, the following simple petition—used Richard T. Hibhert - 3 Charles Giles ...... 7 in several branches of the Girls’ Friendly Societv— may be accept­ Thomas Gwynne...... 4 Ambrose Osborne Tenor able. Composed by Henry Johnson ; conducted by C. Giles. A nne M brcier. Messrs. Hands and Essex were elected members of the above Guild Kemerton, previous to starting. A P rayer for the C h il d r e n . Most loving Saviour, Who didst call the little ones to Thee,land Middlesex County Association and London rebuke those who would have kept them from Thee; we humbly Diocesan Guild. pray that in this our country the Bread of Life may n e W be denied to the children, but tbat they may he nourished and brought up in On Saturday, March 17th, 1906, in 3hrs. 9mins., at the church of the fear of God, by righteous and true teaching to know His Word* St. Magnus the Martyr, Thames-street, a peal of Stedman Caters, and to believe on Thee as o.ur Divine and only Saviour. W e ask 5,049 changes. Tenor, 20cwt. this in Thine Own most Holy Name. . Amen. William Pye ...... Treble George Charge ...... 6 John J. Lamb ...... 2 William Pickworth ...... 7 Bertram Prewett...... 3 Reuben Charge ...... 8 Simplification of Services. John R. Sharman ...... 9 Isaac G. Shade...... 4 S ir —The remarks of the Bishop"of Stepney as to the difficulty of James George...... 5 Ernest Pye ...... Tenor the poor in understanding our services deserve the careful attention Composed by Gabriel Lindoff and conducted by William Pye. of our parochial clergy. I am sure that in many parishes the poor people prefer the Dissenting chapel to the parish church simply and Ancient Society of College Youths. merely because the Dissenting services are easy to understand. But (Established 1637.) the Act of Uniformity stands in our way. Could not our Bishops At St. Sepulchre's, Holborn, on Saturday, March 24th, 1906, in allow in special cases a simplification of the Sunday services ? 3hrs. 39mins., a peal of Kent Treble Bob Royal in the Kent varia­ There is one reform which an Archbishop (not our present Primate) tion, 5,000 changes. Tenor 31cwt. informed me was no violation of the Act of Uniformity, but was actually intended by some of the Bishops of the Restoration epoch- Edwin Horrex...... Treble Edward P. O’Meara ...... 6 ■i.e., the reading the title before saying the prayer. This is quite William E. Garrard ...... 2. Herbert Langdon ...... 7 Catholic, and is, indeed- the use of the Greek Church. It calls people’s William Truss...... 3 William H. Judd ...... 8 attention to what they are to pray for. W ell used, it might add not Henry W. Kirton ...... 4 Richard T. Hibbert ..... 9 only to the understanding, hut the dignity of the service. When Samuel E. Joyce...... 5 William T. Cockerill 10 we are going to pray for Parliament, the officiant has a right to ask Composed by Frederick Dench. Conducted by W. T. Cockerill. people for their prayers for Parliament, or when they are to pray for the King or Royal Family he may ask them so to do. To well- Loughborough, Leicestershire. instructed persons and habitual church-goers this might seem need­ (The Midland Counties Association of Change-Ringers.) less, hut to ignorant though devout people it might be helpful. At On Monday, March 26th, 1906, in 3hrs. 6 mins., at the Bellfoundrv any rate, it is not illegal, and I question if any clergyman could be Tower, a peal of Kent Treble Bob Major, 5,184 changes. Tenor accused of violation of the Act of Uniformity by so doing, as there 6fowt. is some reason to think that certain of the revisers did not mean Ernest W. Coulson Treble Samuel Smith ...... 5 these, titles to he merely ornamental, but he used in parish churches Thomas H. Colburn ...... 2 Horace W. Abbott .... 6 where the people were poor and puritanical.: Richard F. Lane...... 3 William T. Billinghurst 7 W. S. L aoh-Szyp.ma. Harry "Whittle...... 4 Edward Reader...... Tenor Composed by Mr. Robinson. of Mirfield, and conducted by Mr. A Suggestion. Edward Reader. S ir — I have found that in Scotland, owing to"the persistent dis­ This peal was rung to celebrate the coming of age of J ohn W . seminating of deliberately false and distorted views of the Education Taylor, B.Sc., eldest son of J. W. Taylor, and grandson of John W. controversy in England by those who are opposed to the Church, Taylor, of Shelthorpe House. very little is really known of the realities of the English Act and its working. Would it not be possible to correct these in some measure Gloucester and Bristol Diocesan Association. by offers from your readers of copies of your paper to be sent free and continuously to the public libraries thoughout the country, in Lydney. such great towns as Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, etc. ? Scotchmen On Saturday, March 17th, 1906, in 3hrs. lOmins., at the Parish could then hear something at least of the other side, and might come Church, a peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,040 changes. to a fairer view. Tenor 14cwt. G. S. John Davis ...... Treble Prophet Sevier ...... 5 Edinburgh. Thomas Baldwyn ...... 2 George Condick...... 6 John Austin...... 3 Samuel Loxton ...... 7 The Bishop of Stepney has (arranged [to preside at the annual Jesse Gillett ...... 4 Ernest E. Davis ...... Tenor meeting of the Missions to Seamen, to he held at the Church House, Composed by Sir A. P. Heywood. Conducted by John Austin. on May Uth, at 3 p.m. This is the Society s jubilee year, and an effort is to be made to raise a jubilee fund of 10,0001. to enable the society to extend its work to ten new ports, beginning with Delagoa Bay, right round to St. John’s, Newfoundland. The work and *** W ill the correspondents who send the matter for this column influence of the Missions to Seamen Society have grown consider­ kindly address it in future to the Editor, Bells Department, 5, ably during the past half-century. Fifty years ago there were but Burleigh-street, Strand, W.C. ? two Mission vessels, now the society has eighty. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 \ per cent. INTEREST 32 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. & 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., ren ew ed. A p p ly C. F . R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. A BELLS WITH FITTINGS, FOR .CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &e. musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. 376 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News [A p e il 7 19C"5

vice at Christ Church at 12.15 p.m. Preacher, the Rev. A, A. Allen. B.D. Business meeting at 2.30. The Christ Church tower will be open for ringing at 10 a.m. The towers of A ll Saints’, St. Mary's, and St. Saviour’s w ill be opened after the meeting. Those who propose to attend this meeting are requested to let me know not later than Wednesday, April 11th.—A. B. Bennett, Hon. Sec., Holy- rood, Howard-street, Eastbourne. CHANGE-RINGING. T he Sheffield D is tr ic t and O ld E ast D erbyshire A malgamated Yorkshire Association.—Sheffield. Society.—The Easter Monday meeting will be transferred from (The Sheffield and District Society.) Bolsover to Chesterfield, where a marble tablet recording four first On Saturday, March 10th, 1906, in 3hrs. 55mins., at the Parish Surprise peals rung by this society w ill be unveiled at 4 p.m. by Church, a peal of Stedman Cinques, 5,019 changes. Tenor 41cwt. the Vicar of Chesterfield. Bells available from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Social evening—Sidney F. Palmer, Hon. Sec., 87, Bradley-street, John Holman...... Treble *John Thorpe ...... 7 Sheffield. John Henry Bower 2 Alfred Windsor ...... 8 T he B eds. A ssociation.—The twenty-fourth annual meeting of William Lomas ...... 3 Joshua Woodhead ...... 9 the above will be held in Bedford on Easter Monday, April 16th. William Burgar...... 4 Sam Seed...... 10 Luncheon at St. Paul’s Mission-room, St. Loyes-street. Business * Joseph Atkin ...... 5 Francis Woodhead...... 11 meeting to follow luncheon. Service at St. Paul’s church at five Sidney F. Palmer ...... 6 Clement Glenn ...... Tenor o’clock.—J. Hills, Asst,-Sec., Sewage Pumping Works, Bedford. Composed and conducted by William Lomas. T he W inchester D iocesan G u il d .—Portsmouth District.—A * First peal of Stedman Cinques. Rung as a birthday compliment quarterly meeting will be held at Westmeon on Easter Monday, to J. H. Bower. April 16th. Bells available three o’clock. Tea five o’clock. Meeting- Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association— after at parish institute.—J. W. Whiting, Dist. Sec., Fareham. Middlesbrough. T he E ly D iocesan A ssociation.—The annual meeting will be On Monday, March 19th, 1906, in 2hrs. 49mins., at the church of held on Easter Monday, April 16th, at Huntingdon. The Arch­ St. Hilda, a peal of Treble Bob Maj or, 5,024 changes. In the Kent deacon of Huntingdon will preside. The use of the bells at variation. Tenor 12cwt. Huntingdon, A ll Saints, Godmanchester, Hartford, and Houghton William J. Titchener... Treble! William Waland...... 5 has been kindly granted.—R. L. Twells, Gen. See., Hinxton, Saffron George Pickering ...... 2 ( J. H. Lenton...... 6 Walden. Alexander McFarlane ... 3 I John H. Blakiston...... 7 John Wedge wood ...... 4 | Richard Newton ...... Tenor THE PROPOSED BISHOPRIC FOR ESSEX. Composed by James Pratt, and conducted by J. H. Blakiston. Although no general appeal has yet been made, the fund for Rung to celebrate the recent induction of the Rev. Frank H. establisMng a bishopric for Essex and building a Bishop's house at Stock to the living of St. Hilda’s. St. Albans, has advanced in the past month from 15,5001. to 20,5001., There are ten donors of 1,0001.—the Marquess of Salisbury, Lord Reigate, Surrey. Aldenham, the Hon. R. Strutt, Mr. Robert Barclay, Mr. T. Fenwick On Monday, March 19th, 1906, in 3hrs. 5mins., at the Parish Harrison, Mr. A. J. Buxton, Mr. R. 0. Gosling, Mr. J. R: Roberts, church, a peal of Bob Major, 5,024 changes. Canon Fox Lambert, and'Canon Hutton ; two of 6001.—the Bishop Henry F. Ewins Treble | George H. Croucher ...... 5 of St. Albans and Mr. J. G. W illiam s; five of 5001.—the Bishop William Argent...... 2 | Thomas Sparks ...... 6 of Colchester, an anonymous friend of the Bishop of Colchester, Mr. Arthur Holman ...... 3 I William H. Card...... 7 E. J. Wythes, Mr. J. G. Gilliat, and Mr. Howard Morley; three Albert E. Barrows...... 4 | George F. Hoad ...... Tenor of 3001.—the Misses Nutter, Mr. W. W. Hewitt, and Colonel E. H. Composed by H. J. Tucker, and conducted by George F. Hoad. Carlile, M.P. Mr. G. E. Ridley gives 2501.; Canon Norman, Mr. Christopher W. Parker (now High Sheriff of Essex), and Mr. H. Middlesex County Association and London Shepherd Cross, M.P., 2001. each; the Rev. G. C. Twist, Mr. R. E. Diocesan Guild. Johnston and an anonymous friend of the Bishop of St. Albans, On Tuesday, March 20th, 1906, in 3hrs. 23mins., at the church of 1501. each ; Mr. P. Gellatly, Mr. W. Reynolds, Mr. Oxley D. Parker, St. George in the East, a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Colonel A. C. Arkwright and the Right Hon. J. Round, 1051. each; Lindoff’s Twelve-part No. 3. Tenor 30cwt. lqr. 151b. Mr. A. Collings-Wells, Mr. Lewis Evans, Mr. C. Gold, jun., Mr. W. E. Charles Pothecary Treble I William J. Nudds ...... 5 Chisenhale-Marsh, Mr. H. Wagner, Mr. E. E. Barclay, Mr. H. Smith- John J. Lam b...... 2 | William Pye...... 6 Bosanquet, Mrs. J. G. Williams, Mr. O. Barclay, Colonel W. Nevill Isaac G. Shade...... 3 | John R. Sharman ...... 7 Tufnell, the Right Hon. T. F. Halsey, Mr. A. 'L. Stride, Mr. T. Victor Bertram Prewett...... 4 | Charles T. Coles Tenor Buxton, Mr. J. H. Buxton, Mr. H. T. Hodgson, Mr. E. Henry Loyd, Conducted by William Pye. Mr. Andrew Johnston, Mr. J. H. Benyon, Admiral Sir W. G. Luard, K.C.B., and the Rev. F. Theobald, 1001. each; the Rev. Greville Fleet, Lincolnshire. Brunwin-Hales, 601.; Mr. J. Todhunter, 521. 10s.; Mr. L. G. Capel On Sunday, April 1st, for Morning Service, 720 Double Oxford :— Cure, Mr. E. A. Bull, Mr. Sydney Roberts, Mr. F. II. Norman, Canon H. V. Fletcher, the Rev. C. J. Sturton, R. Jarvis, J. B. Hallifax, Sir J. Hawkins, Bart., Canon the Hon. K. F. Gibbs, and the Rev. W. G. Smith, R. Richardson (conductor). Also for Evening Service, J. Whitaker Maitland, 501. each. The fund was begun on 720 Oxford Treble Bob :—H. V. Fletcher, the Rev. C. J. Sturton, R. December 19th, and may be considered now to have made a good Richardson, J. B. Hallifax, W. G. Smith, R. Jarvis (conductor). start towards the 48,0001. which it is proposed to raise to supplement what the Bishops of Ely, Norwich, and St. Albans propose to The St. Andrew’s Society of Change-ringers, surrender for the purpose of forming two new dioceses for the Rugby. counties of Essex and Suffolk. The Lord Mayor, at the request of On Monday evening, April 2nd, at the Parish Church of St. the Archbishop of Canterbury, has kindly consented to take the Andrew’s, Rugby, a Quarter Peal of Bob Major, 1,264 changes, in chair at a Mansion-house meeting in aid of the general scheme, to 56min. (Tenor 25cwt.):—A. L. Coleman (treble), J. B. Fenton, be held on Monday, June 25th, at 3 p.m., when it is hoped that H. O. White, A. Hubber, F. Sear, J. George, A. J. Hessian, A. leading representatives of the seven counties included in the three Bramall (tenor). Composed by J. George ; conducted by J. B. - dioceses affected by this re-arrangement will be present. Fenton. Rung as a birthday compliment to Mr. A. J. Hessian, hon. secretary to the society, the band wishing him very many happy The Great Central Railway Company are offering special facili­ returns of Ms birthday. ties to those desirous of spending Eastertide at places reached by their picturesque and comfortable route. Excursions are announced The London County Association (late the St: James’s Society, from London (Marylebone) and suburban stations to all the prin­ Est. 1824).—A meeting for united practice and social intercourse cipal towns and holiday resorts in the Midlands, north of England, will be held on Saturday, April 7th, at the church of St. Mary, north-east and north-west coast watering-places, Scotland and Lambeth, S.E. The tower w ill be opened for ringing from 4 p.m. Ireland. Particulars have been comprehensively and concisely to 8 p.m. A ll ringers will be made welcome.—T. fl) Taffender, Hon. tabulated in an A B C programme showing all needful information See., 1, Budge-row, E.C. at a glance. Copies can be obtained, free, at Marylebone Station, T he Sussex County A ssociation.—T he annual meeting w ill be or at any of the company’s suburban stations, town offices, or held at Eastbourne on Easter Monday, April 16th. Ringers’ ser­ agencies. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 24 per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., renew ed.

Apply C. S\ E a v e n s c r o v t , Secretary, BELLS WITH. FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, Ac. Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets np to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. Church Bells and Illustrated Church News A p r il 14. lint? 396 The London County Association (iate the St. James’s Society). The annual general meeting of this Association was held on Saturday, February 3rd, at its headquarters, St. Clement Danes, Strand, The bells were raised about 3.45., and were half-muffled, in respect to the late King of Denmark. A large, number of members attended, and amongst those present who came from CHANGE-RINGING. the country were Messrs. F. S. Barley, Portsea; W-. Pole, Routh, Longton, Staffordshire-Stoke Archidiaconal Reading; Thomas Lincoln, £ Writtle, Essex; W. H. Fussell, Association. Slough ; and others. Touches' in different methods were rung up to the"service, which was held in the church at 5.30 p.m. The On Saturday, March 17th, 1906, in 2hrs. 58mins., at the church of St. John, a peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. Association’s form of service was used, the choir being in full attendance, and was further augmented bv some of the members, W. Wade...... Treble W. Harrison...... 5 including Mr. E. Lawford Dale, of Sion College. Mr. R. A. G. W oods...... 2 A., Latham ...... 6 Daniell, B.A., read the Lessons, but through the indisposition of T. Mountford ...... 3 G. Harp...... 7 G. Brookfield ...... 4 J. Harrison ...... Tenor the Chaplain and Rector (the Rfev. J: J. H. S. Pennington, M.A.), Composed by^____ S. _Biddleston______and ______conducted by „ A. Latham. First the curate (the Rev. Street) welcomed the members, and gave a peal by ringers of 1, 4, 5, 7, and tenor, and is the first peal by a most excellent address. local band. The business meeting (election of officers) then took place in the parish-room, Clement’s-inn, near by the church, the use of IVIottram in Longdendale.—The Chester Diocesan which had been kindly placed at the disposal of the Association by Guild. the Hon. Chaplain. The business meeting commenced at 7 p.m. On Saturday, March 17th, 1906, in 5hrs. 54mins., at the church of The Master (Mr. G. R. Fardon) occupied the chair, being sup­ St. Michael, a peal of Kent Treble Bob Major, 10,176 changes ported by nearly all the officers and committee and a good Isaac Sidebottom Treble Frank Hall ...... 5 number of members. The minutes of the previous meeting were John Ilarrop ...... 6 Abel Fielding...... 2 read and confirmed, and the election and ratification of several John Harrison...... 7 Joseph Goddard...... 3 members having taken place, the hon. secretary read the annual John J. Pemberton 4 Charles H. Marsland... Tenor report. Composed by the late William Harrison and conducted by Isaac During the past year periodical meetings for united practice Sidebottom. This is believed to be the largest number of changes yet rung by and social intercourse had .been held at St. Mary’s, Battersea, the above Guild. S.W. On Saturday, May 20th, the tower was open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., when some thirty members attended from fifteen The London CountyjJAssociation.—London, different parishes. Touches of Grandsire and Stedman Triples, On Sunday morning, March 25th, at St. Martin-in,-the-Fields, on Bob Major, Double Norwich, &c., were rung. A social was the occasion of the wedding of steeple-keeper Mr. G. Walters, a afterwards held at the Raven Inn, Battersea-square. touch of Stedman Triples and Double Norwich Court Bob M ajor; Another was held on Saturday, September 9th, at St. Stephen’-. J. E. Davis, conductor. Immediately after the wedding and for Divine Service, four courses of Stedman Gaters—A. N. Hardy, treble ; Hampstead, N.W . Mr. Mark Woodcock (trustee) and Mr. Richard F. G. Perrin 2 ; H. Gammer, jun., 3 ; T. H. Taflender, conductor, 4; Bevan (N.W. Representative Committee) obtained the permission T. Langdon, 5; W. G. Matthews, 6 ; W. Shimmans, 7 ; J. E. and made the necessary arrangements ; the tower was open from Davis, 8 ; W. Berry, 9 ; A. B, Peck, tenor. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and was well attended, even considering the very inclement weather that prevailed. A social was afterwards held Restoration of Bells at Apsley End, Herts. at the White Horse, Pont-stfeet. Another meeting was held on During the past two or three weeks the fittings in the belfry Saturday, December 9th, at A ll Saints’, Poplar, E. The Rector have been thoroughly overhauled and renovated by Messrs. Mears (the Rev. H. Mosley) kindly gave his permission, and personally and Stainbank, the well-known bellfounders, of Whitechapel, who welcomed the members. A very good practice was obtained. cast and erected the bells in 1871. The bells have been rehung Twenty-seven new members had been elected during the year, and the ringing of them has now become quite an easy and which was a slight decrease on the two previous years ; but it was pleasant task. Several touches were rung on Monday evening, not expected that that number of new members could be main­ March 26, there being present in the belfry the Rev. J. A Whish, tained, although we were instructing ringers all over the county. who conducted a short service and referred to the willing help Fifteen peals had been rung ; but we must note that this year rendered by his co-workers in the parish, of course including the we had only ten months as the association working year now bellringers. The first touch of Grandsire Doubles was conducted ended on December 31st; but in this number of peals seventy- by the captain, Mr. G. Perry, the bells being taken as follows :— 1 two members had taken part, a list of which was read, and the Treble, B. Holmes ; 2pd, J. Lane (Kings Langley); 3rd, G. Perry; number of peals accredited to each member. They had been 4tb, J. Frost; 5th, R. Patterson; tenor, E. Rogers. The second rung in seven different methods, and conducted by eight different touch, conducted by Mr. B. Weedon (Kings Langley), was rung by conductors, Mr. J. E. Davis calling six. Several were worthy of Messrs. J. Lane, J. Frost, B. Weedon, D. Gibbings, R. Patterson, note : the peal at Hammersmith on September 28th, by nearly all and E. Rogers. Before leaving the belfry tire Yicar expressed his a local band, in which' several scored their first peal; the thanks to the ringers for their past services, and hoped to have the “ Thomas ” peal of Stedman Caters, rung on May 14th at St. pleasure in the near future of hearing the bells rung on a Sunday Magnus the Martyr, C ity ; and the first peal by this association evening, it having been the custom hitherto of ringing for the of London Surprise Major, conducted by Mr. H. R. Newton at St. morning service and only chiming the bells in the evening, except John’s, Waterloo, on November 1st. on the occasion of festivals. (To be concluded.) It may, perhaps, interest some of our readers if we record the weight of the bells and the names of the donors, the latter being inscribed on the bells wben cast, also a Latin inscription. Ancient Society of College Youths. On Easter Monday (D.V.), with the kind permission of the Dean Tenor, weight 14cwt, 3qrs. 61b. ‘ The gift of Charles Longman, and Chapter, ten members of the above society w ill attempt a peal Esq., High Sheriff of Herts. 1871.” 5th, weight lOcwt. 2qrs. 41b. “ The gift of John Dickinson, Esq.’ of Kent Treble Bob Royal on the heavy bells at Exeter Cathedral.— 4th, weight 8cwt. 2qrs. 81b. “ The gift of F. F. Barlow, Esq. T. H. T a f f e n d e r . 3rd, weight 7cwt. Oqr. 121b. “ The gift of John Evans, Esq., Ancient Irish Bells. F.R.S.” Sir Thomas Bsmonde has not abandoned hope of securing for 2nd, weight 6cwt. 2qrs. 251b. “ The Rev. H. Ingles, M.A., Dublin the ancient Irish bells from the British Museum, despite Incumbent.” T ^ „ Mr. Bryce’s refusal to facilitate him. He intends making another Treble, weight 5cwt. 2qr. 171b. “ C.L., F.P.E., J.L., D.I. attempt to obtain their transfer. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.P. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 i per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, W HITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Adranoes made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., renewed. Apply C. F. RAYENSCKorr, Secretary, BELLS W ITH FITTINGS, FOR (CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &«. Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Ropes supplied. 'A ? 2:1 -1 •±16 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News

The London County Association (late the St. James’s Society). , (Concluded, from last week) SB ells and SBel W e held our third,.annual concert on Saturday, October 14th, in the “ St. George’s Hall,” Champion Hotel, Aldersgate-street, CHANGE-RINGING. City, in the afternoon. W e had changed the place of the concert each year for want of more space, some five hundred St. Nicholas Guild, Bristol. people attending this last one, the hall being crowded to it.' On Monday, April 16th,. 1906, in three hours and twenty-three utmost capacity. It had been the means of bringing a rn in n t.es at the Church of St. Nicholas. A Peal of Stedman Caters. large number of members and friends together for a most 5,019 changes. Tenor 36ewt. enjoyable evening. The artists were nearly all of high-class F. G. May ...... Treble H. Parsons ...... 6 J. Holman...... 2 L. Phillips ...... 7 standard, the change-ringing being of the hest, Stedman Cinques G. T. Daltry...... 3 J. F lin t...... 8 ' and Treble Bob Royal and the tune-playing on handbells by C. Tom kins...... 4 J. Richmond ...... 9 different companies being applauded. The secretary said “ he J. Hinton ...... 5 H. Howell ...... Tenor would like to see some of his northern friends down on the pro­ Composed and conducted by Frederick G. May. gramme for some of this,” but they regretted the distance was too J. Holman from Sheffield ; J. Flint from Bolsover. far to come from Yorkshire. Financially, it has proved a slight St. G eo rg e ’s, Stockport. source of revenue to the funds; but this was not the idea from On Easter Sunday morning, April 15th, ten members of St. which it originated, hut was promoted from the social poiut of George’s Society of Ringers met in the tower at 6.30 a.m., and rang view. W e very much regret that we have lost by death Mr. H. a touch of Grandsire Caters for early Communion Service at 7 a.m., Stubbs, of Stoke Newington, who was accidentally killed on May each one afterwards attending the service:—W. Jackson (treble), H. 5th, and left a widow and eight children. A subscription-list was Jackson, T. Jackson, E. Morfee, J. Booth, J. Mottershead, G. Astbury, opened and a sum of 13i. 6s. 6d. was subscribed; a sum of not G. D. Warburton, J. W. Bayley (conductor), F. Bradley (tenor). It less than 11. was forwarded to Mrs. Stubbs each week from May may be mentioned, as indicating the deep interest which the 19th until the entire sum was exhausted. ringers take in their church, that ringing for the above early service is purely voluntary on the part of the ringers. The auditor (Mr. J. Pryer) then presented the balance-sheet for 1905, which showed a balance in hand of 81. Is. 3d., which was a The Peal Attempt at Exeter Cathedral. decrease ; the balance-sheet was given in full detail of tire item> A band representing the Ancient Society of College Youths, of expenditure aud sources of income. Mr. Pryer explained the drawn chiefly from London, made a second attempt on Monday to decrease, that after the last annual meeting they had revised ring a peal of Treble Bob Royal on the bells of Exeter Cathedral Rule X V II. so that all expenditure incurred in the year should he with one man on the tenor, a huge product of 72cwt., and the largest included in the balance-sheet for that year, so that they now really for ringing purposes in the world. An initial effort was made,a few months ago, but the failure of one of the original choices to keep got two years’ expenditure on the balance-sheet, as they had his appointment brought the attempt to a failure. On Monday the always been a year in arrears. On the motion of Mr. R. A. band was a very strong one, and accomplished excellent work, but Daniell, seconded by Mr. R. Bevan, the balance-sheet was accepted. before two hours (or less than half the time which would have been The fifteen peals rung during the past year were submitted ; it occupied in ringing a complete peal) had expired, the man on the was proposed by Mr. A. Jacob, seconded by Mr. A. N. Hardy, that tenor had to give up his task. The Birmingham men were in they be entered" in the Grand Peal-book. It was further proposed attendance, having come to hear the attempt. The striking was that Mr. W. H. Fussell undertake the work. pronounced by critics (who were outside) as “ very good.” _ The band on Monday comprised the following:—Messrs. C. F. Winney, The election of officers for the ensuing year was next proceeded treble ; T. H. Taffender, second ; G. R. Fardon, third ; G . N. Price, with. Mr. George R. Fardon retired from the chair, but was fourth; T. Faulkner, fifth; A. B. Peck, sixth; J. Davis, seventh; again nominated and duly elected. Mr. Thomas H. Taffender was W. W. Gifford, eighth ; R. T. Hibbert, ninth; H. R. Newton, tenor. re-elected hon. secretary. Mr. Cliallis F. Winney was re-elected St. George the Martyr, Southwark. hon. treasurer. From the office of junior steward Mr. William J. Troughton was promoted to that of senior steward. For the office On Wednesday evening, April 11th, 1906, for the memorial service of junior steward a heated election took place. Mr. Frank A. for the late Miss Busk, many years one of the guardians and a member of the above church, the bells were rung half-muffled for Smith, of Kennington, and Mr. Charles J. North, of Clapliam, the service, and after the whole pull and stand was rung as a last were nominated. These gentlemen retired from the room whilst mark of respect. The performers were :—T. H. Taffender, treble ; the election took place, each of the proposers speaking for their W. H. Taffender, second ; G. F. Woodage, third ; H. May, jun., fourth ; man. On a vote being taken they each received the same H. J. Gummer, jun., fifth; G. Woodage, sixth; T. G. Walden, number of votes. The Master decided to draw by lo t ; a hat was seventh ; A. T, Gardner, tenor. Conducted by G. Woodage, sen. quickly forthcoming, and the master duly declared Mr. Frank A. The Hertfordshire Association. Smith elected. Messrs. R. A. Daniell and M. Woodcock were re-elected trustees, and the following eight gentlemen as a repre­ The twenty-second annual general meeting of the Herts Asso­ ciation was held at St. Albans on Easter Monday, and was attended sentative com m ittee.M essrs. R. Bevan, N .W .; C. Carew Cox, by seventy-two members. The four towers in the city were open W .; A. R. Jacob, N . ; T. Langdon, S.E. ; A. B. Peck, E, ; F. G. for ringing during the afternoon and evening, and some very good Perrin, S.E .; J. Pryer, S.W. ; and A. A. Scambler, E. touches were rung in various methods, including Grandsire Triples It was proposed and carried that two members represent the and Caters, Stedman Triples, Bob Major, Double Norwich, Super­ association on the Central Council as heretofore, and Messrs. G. R. lative Surprise, and Bob Royal. At five o'clock a service was held Fardon. and C. F. Winnev were elected. in the cathedral, and a special address to ringers was delivered by Votes of thanks were accorded the officers for the work of the the Right Rev. the Lord Bishop of St. Albans. He spoke of the great change which had come over ringing and ringers during the past year, also to the authorities of St. Clement’s, and the organist last twenty years, and of the privilege which ringers enjoyed in being and choir for their reception that day. Mr. T. H. Taffender, reply­ able to take so active a part in Church work. At six o clock tea ing on behalf of the officers, thanked them and said it was to was partaken of at the Corn Exchange; and the members of the Mr. Daniell, who took such a great interest in the association, to Association were honoured by the presence of the Bishop and the whom the thanks for the arrangements of that day were due. Dean of St. Albans. On this occasion the cathedral was thrown open This concluded the business meeting, which had occupied two to the ringers free of charge, and a vote of thanks was passed to the hours and twenty minutes. Dean for this concession. Votes of thanks were also passed to the The members then adjourned to the meeting-house, it being too other clergy in the city, for the use of their respective bells, and to Mr. E. P. Debenham for acting as honorary secretary in the absence late for more ringing. This brought to a close another successful of Mr. G. W. Cartmel, who was prevented by illness from attending. annual meeting. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2i per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London. E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when n ot drawn below £100. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., ren ew ed .

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North Shields, Northumberland.—The Durham ana Newcastle Diocesan Association. On Monday, April 16th, 1906, in 3hrs., at Christ Church, a peal of Stedman Caters, 5,008 changes. Tenor 19cwt. Andrew T u lly...... Treble Thomas Teasdale ...... 6 Edward A. Hern...... 2 George T. Potter.. Re-casting and Re-hanging at Toddington, Alfred F. Hillier...... 3 Joel H ern...... 8 George Dix ...... 4 Ernest E. Ferry ...... 9 Luton, Beds. John T. H o g g ...... 5 Amos Dowell ...... Tenor The inhabitants of Toddington are evincing a good deal of interest Composed and conducted by Thomas Teasdale. in the re-hanging of the church bells, which work is being success­ Rotherham, Vorks.—The Yorkshire Associa­ fully carried on. A ll the eight bells have been re-cast by Messrs. tion. John Warner and Sons, of Cripplegate, London. New girders, oak beams, and new flooring have been put in the bell-chamber, the (T he S heffield D is tr ic t Society.) belfry and clock tower have also been refloored, and new joists OnMonday, April 16th, 1906, in3hrs. 29mins.,at the Parish Church replace the old ones. (All Saints), a peal of Stedman Caters, 5,223 changes. Tenor 32cwt. Clement Glenn...... Treble John Thorpe ...... 6 Lecture on Change Ringing. George Halksworth ...... 2 James A. Dixon ...... 7 There was a large attendance of the members of the Scientific Fred Coates...... 3 George L ew is...... 8 Society in the Oouncil-room of the Birmingham and Midland James Evinson ...... 4 Walter All wood ...... 9 Institute on March 21st to hear Mr. J. S. Pritchett lecture on “ The Walter Coates...... 5 Albert Nash ...... Tenor Science of Change Ringing.” He explained the principles of the Composed and conducted by Fred Coates. science and the mode in which peals were rung upon church bells. Rung as a birthday compliment to the conductor, his brother- It was a science that would be more appreciated if it were better strings wishing him many happy returns. understood. Subsequently he gave an account of the history and Reading, Berks. literature of the subject. The lecturer was assisted in the elucida­ (T he O xford D iocesan G u il d .) tion of his subject by the St. Martin’s Guild of Change Ringers for the Diocese of Birmingham, who, on hand-bells, rang numerous On Monday, April 16th, 1906, in 3hrs. 30mins., at the Church of St. changes, which included courses of Stedman Cinques, and by Mr. Lawrence, a peal of Grandsire Caters, 5,058 changes. Tenor 24cwt. Rev. O. W. O. Jenkyn ... 6 H. Withers, who gave demonstrations on the dulcimer. The lecture Edward G..Heath...... Treble George W. Challice ...... 2 John Monk .:...... 7 proved very enjoyable, and a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Barzillia Hawkins ...... 3 William Newell ...... 8 J. S. Pritchett at its close. Ambrose Osborne ...... 4 James Hunt ...... 9 Rehanging of Bells at Ulceby, near Hull. George F. Hoad ...... 5 Frederick W. Woodward Tenor A well-attended meeting of those interested in the rehanging of Composed by F. Hopgood, and conducted by James Hunt. Dlceby Church hells was held recently. The Rev. Hector Mawson Bristol.—Th® Gloucester and Bristol presided, and there were also present Messrs. T. R. Feirn, Diocesan Association. Sizer, Hewitt, Houlton, M. Cooper, H. Humphrey, D. Bilton, J. On Thursday, April 19th, in 3hrs. 16mins., at the Church of St. Houlton, W. J. Swales, R. Young, E. Harrison, G. Thew; and James, a peal of Stedman Caters,. 5,069 changes. Whitham. The collectors paid in their various amounts, and the Henry Porch ...... Treble A. L. Lewton ...... 6 chairman informed those present that already they had 581. 13s. 6d. Raymond J. Wilkins...... 2 H. II. Parsons ...... 7 in the bank, and 51Z. 4s. paid and promised, making a total of Charles H. Gordon...... 3 W. A. Cave ...... 8 1091. 17s. 6d. The estimates from the bell-founders stated two J. Davis ...... 4 H. Cavill ...... 9 prices: Oak frames for the bells, 1051.; cast-iron frames, 1301. A. Stowell...... 5 W. Apperley...... : Ten: With cast-iron frames the bells would keep in tune better and Composed by John Carter, and conducted by Henry Porch. longer. Ultimately Mr. Hewitt moved that the order be given for iron frames. Mr. Sizer seconded, and this was unanimously Rotherham, Yorks.—The Yorkshire Association. agreed to. Unless the 201., which is still required, is forthcoming T he Sheffield D is t r ic t S ociety. from voluntary subscription, the committee will try to raise it by On Thursday, April 19th, 1906, in 3hrs., 31mins., at the Parish a sale of work or a concert. The Vicar hopes to have the Bishop at Church (All Saints), a peal of Bob Royal 5,040 changes. Tenor the opening of the bells. 32c wt. Painswick, Gloucestershire.—The Gloucester *George Oakes ...... Treble Walter Coates...... 6 and Bristol Diocesan Association. *Sidney F. Palmer • 2 John Thorpe ...... 7 Bb~ed Coates...... 3 *Albert Nash...... S A n c ie n t Society of P a in s w ic k Y ouths. *George Halksworth 4 ] William Warburton ...... 9 T he St . M ic h a e l’s J u n io es, G loucester. * Albert C. Fearnley.. 5 j Clement Glen...... Tenor On Monday, April 16th, 1906, in 3hrs. 30niins., at the church of Composed by Arthur Knights, and conducted by Clement Glenn. St. Mary, a peal of Stedman Cinques, 5,007 changes. Tenor * First peal of Bob Royal. 26cwt. 2qrs. 201b., in D. Hackington, Canterbury—The Kent County Garrie Miles...... Treble Francis J. Lewis...... 7 Association. Alfred T. Brunsden ...... 2 Prophet Sevier...... 8 On Saturday, April 21st, 1906, in 2hrs. SOmins., at the church of Thomas Newman ...... 3 George Condick...... 9 St. Stephen, a peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Sir A. P. John Austin 4 Sydney Loxton ...... 10 Heywood’s variation. Tenor llewt. Thomas Baldwin ...... 5 Ernest Davis ...... 11 Edwin G. Buesdon Treble Philip H. Pierce...... 5 Jesse G ille t...... 6 Uriah Braven...... Tenor Charles Leman ...... 2 Frederick G. Brett ...... 6 Composed by F. G. May, and conducted by John Austin. Henry G. Fairbrass ...... 3 Rev. F. J. O. Helmore ... 7 Canterbury. —The Kent Countv Association. Charles W. Brett ...... 4 George Jenkins...... Tenor Conducted by the Rev. J. O. Helmore. On Monday, April 16th, 1906, in 3hrs. 28min., at the Cathedral Church of Christ, a peal of Stedman Caters, 5,005 changes. Tenor Rung as a birthday compliment to the Rev. Canon. Hickens, 30cwt. Rector of St. Stephen’s. 8 R. Pye Treble Rev. F. J. O. Helmore ... 6 The Lincoln Diocesan Guild. Henry Gv Fairbrass ...... 2 W. H. B. Wilkins ...... 7 The annual meeting will be held to-day (Saturday, April'28th\ John H. Cheesman 3 James George...... 8 at Lincoln. Tea and meeting at the Co-operative Hall, at 4.30. Edwin Barnett ...... 4 John R. Sharman ...... 9 Ringers’ service in the cathedral at 6.30. Preacher, the Ven. Edwin G. Buesden 5 Ernest P y e Tenor Archdeacon Bond. Towers open for ringing:—St. Botolph's (5), Composed by James George and conducted by John R. Sharman. from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; St. Peter at Gowts (6), 2.30 p.m. to 4 p.m.; St. Peter at Arches (8), 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.; Cathedral (8), from Not ce of a Long Peal attempt. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.—Rev. J. F. F low ers, hon. secretary. An attempt will be made to-day (Saturday, April 28th), at the The annual meeting of the Northern Branch will be held to-day church of St. Michael, Mottram, for Mr. Sottanstall’s 12,000 of Treble at Lincoln. Business meeting after the service in the cathedral.— Bob Major in the Kent Variation, to start at two o’clock. P. O. B ix l b y , Hon. Sec., “ Stedman” Ropery-road, Gainsborough. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 i per cent. 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whether it answered the purpose in every respect. For that reason he was very glad that the work had been intrusted to Mr. Doble. of Taunton. Before concluding, the Archdeacon gave a very interest­ ing description of the bells in the tower, making particular ddells and 53el reference to the “ Jesus” bell. There were, he said, seventeen of those bells in the Taunton archdeaconry, and he thought there might possibly be more in the whole diocese. Some were to be Anniversary of the late John Meaton. found in the diocese of Exeter. The work completed that day had Saturday, April 7th, being the anniversary of the birthday of the been carried out for the promotion of God’s giorv and for the late Mr. John Meaton, of Gloucester, campanologist, in accord­ honour of their parish church. ance with the bequest in his. will, the Ancient Society of Crypt Afterwards 120 Grandsire Doubles were rung on the bells by the Youths, accompanied by their master (Mr. J. Gillett) and the following:—Messrs. T. Doble, Taunton (conductor), Ben Coombes. treasurer (Mr A. C. Tomes), journeyed to 'Mitcheldean, where they G. Sibley, D. J. Taylor, and Walter Coombes. were met by Dr. Searanche, and Messrs. W. H. Bennett, A. Chew, and E. Brain, and, proceeding to the church, several touches in the following methods were 'rung:—Grandsire, Stedman, and Erin The London County Association (la’e the Triples; Plain Bob, Forward, Double Norwich, and Cambridge St. James’s Society). Surprise Major ; after which the Youths and their friends adjourned On Saturday, April 28th, 1906, in 3hrs. 21mins., at the Church to a sumptuous meat tea, provided by Host Hatton at the Greyhound' of St. Magnus-the-Martyr, City of London. A peal of Stedman Hotel, in his best style, and presided over by the treasurer. When full Caters. 5,139 changes. Tenor 20cwt. justice had been done to the good fare, the chairman proposed *Edwin Barnett, Jun. ...Treble James E. Davis ...... 6 the toasts of “ To the memory of the Donor,” “ The Mitcheldean Mark Woodcock 2 Arthur J. Neale ...... 7 and Ruardean Friends.” Mr. A. Chew proposed “ The Society of Frederick G. Perrin ...... 3 W illiam Hartshorne ...... 8 Crypt Youths.” The remainder of the evening was spent in Hoi'atio Glimmer, Jun. ... 4 Alfred B. Peck...... 9 harmony and handbell-ringing, the party arriving home at 10 p.m. William Weatherstone ... 5 Arthur N. Hardv Tenor Dedication at Dowlish Wake. Composed by J. P. Bradley, and conducted by James E. Davis. Sermon by the A rchpeacon of T aunto n. *First peal of Caters. It was a day full of pleasant memories and of great interest to the On Monday, April 30th, 1906, in 2hrs. 57mins., at the Church inhabitants of the pretty little village of Dowlish Wake, near of St. Mary, Putney, S.W. A peal of Stedman Triples. 5,040 Ilminster, a day of importance, too, in the history of the finely- changes. Sir A. P. Heywood's variation of Thurstan's Four-part. restored parish church of St. Andrew, of which the villagers are so Tenor 16cwt. justly proud. On that day was dedicated a new bell, the gift of the William H. Fussell .....Treble Edward Cassell ...... 5 Ireloved Rector, the Rev. F. H. Mules, and then also were re-dedicated Thomas H. Taffender...>. 2 John T. Kentish...... 6 the old bells, which had been tuned and re-hung. ♦George Edser, Jun 3 Frank Skevingtoh ...... 7 The new bell, which cost 49i. 15s., is a treble, and bears the William F. Hartshorne ... 4 George W. Coombes...... Tenor inscription : “ To the glory of God, and with humble thanks for Conducted by Thomas H. Taffender. many blessings received during twenty-five years as Rector, this ♦First peal in the method. bell is offered by Francis Howard Mules, 1906." One of the four old bells has been re-cast, the others have been tuned, and the whole. Waipole, Norfolk. re-hung. . What is now the second bell bears the inscription: THE LINCOLN DIOCESAN GUILD. “ George Rook gave this bell, 1634,” and the names.“ Mr. John (E astern C ounties B ranch .) Simons, Mr. James Burgin, wardens, 1736,” which shows that it was On Monday, April 16th, 1906, in 3hrs. 2mins., at the Church of St. evidently re-cast in that year. The third bell is inscribed : “ Sancta Andrew, a peal of Minor, 5,040 changes, being two 720’s of Kent Maria. F. G.” “ F. G.” was the predecessor of Roger Simson, bell- Treble Bob, two 720’s of Oxford Treble Bob, and three 720's of Plain founder, of Ash Priors, near Taunton, who carried on business Bob. Tenor 17cwt. about the year 1548. The fourth bell, the one which has been re-cast, now bears the inscription, “ F. H. Mules, Rector; W. A. G. Dare W. G. Cross...... Treble J. B. Hallifax ...... 4 and G. Norton, churchwardens, 1906.” The most interesting bell of W. Smith ...... 2 G. Ladd ...... 5 the ring, however, is the fifth, which is known as a “ Jesus Bell.” It H. Hill ...... 3 R. Richardson ...... Tenor was cast by Robert Norton, bell-founder, of Exeter, in the reign of Conducted by W. Smith. Henry VI., and is in all probability 450 er 460 years old. It is This is the first peal rung in Marshland, and the first since the interesting to mention that this bell is one of the seventeen known ring has been augmented to six. “ Jesus” bells in Somerset, and that all of these are said to be in “ George Peal’’ — Harlow, Essex. the archdeaconry of Taunton. The Dowlish Wake “ Jesus ” bell is inscribed: “ I. H. S. Est mihi collatum istud nomen amatum”— THE ESSEX ASSOCIATION. “ Jesus, the Saviour of men; that blessed Name is conferred upon . On Monday, April 23rd (St. George’s Day), in 3hrs. 2mins., at the me.” The bells have been re-hung in a combination oak and iron Church of St. Mary Magdalen, a peal of Treble Bob Major, 5,088 cage, this work having been satisfactorily carried out by Mr. changes, Kent Variation. Tenor 12cwt. 91b. Thomas Doble, of Taunton. George Barker...... Treble George Black ...... 5 The service, which was of an impressive character, commenced George Pipe...... 2 George Carter...... 6 with the hymn “ Lift the strain of high thanksgiving.” After the George Margetson ...... 3 George Faulkner ...... 7 recital of some Collects, and during the chanting of Psalm cxxii., the George Radley.., ...... 4 George D en t...... Tenor Archdeacon, Rector, and churchwardens, followed by the ringers, Composed by George Newson and conducted by George Dent. proceeded to the tower, where the Archdeacon first solemnly dedi­ cated the new bell “ to the glory of God and to the use of this Bromley, Kent. church,” and in the name of the ever-blessed Trinity, and then re-dedicated the old bells, using similar words. A peal was then THE KENT COUNTY ASSOCIATION. rung on the bells by the village ringers. The Ven. Archdeacon On Tuesday, April 24th, 1906, in 2hra. 49mins., at the Church : Askwith delivered a very appropriate and interesting sermon, taking SS. Peter and Paul, a peal of Stedman Triples, 5.040 changes . as Ms text Psalm xix. 3, 4. He said the first verse of his text was Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor 19fcwt. inscribed in Latin on a bell in the tower of Antwerp Cathedral, and George H. Kite Treble Thomas Groombridge .. a that was the reason why he had chosen those verses as his text that Herbert P. Harman .... 2 George Huxley ...... 6 afternoon He referred to the various uses of church bells and Isaac Emery ...... 3 George Durling ...... pointed out how much they entered into the lives of the people. James E. Davis...... 4 George Head ...... Tenor Dealing more particularly with the improvements carried out in Conducted by George Durling. connection with the bells of that church, the preacher said he was First peal in tbe method as conductor. very proud that the bells had been re-hung by one who lived in his parish at Taunton. They could understand that it was not only necessary for one who fixed up bells in a tower to be a good work­ It is with regret we have to announce the death of Mr. William man, but that it was also important that he should be a bell-ringer Wakley, for many years a ringer of St. Paul’s, Burton-on-Trent. A himself, and be able to understand when the work was finished short memoir will appear later. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. 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A pply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. BELLS W ITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. B ell Eopes supplied- 476 Church Bells and Illustrated Church News May 12. 190=

although the “ go ”■ of the bells was everything that could he desired, the tone was far from perfect, and the best thing that could be done was to have them taken down and recast in the modem style. A further suggestion'was also mauCrthat, seeing there was not a ring of 3 5 ells and 3 5 el twelve in Derbyshire, it would be far better if two additional bells could be added at the same time. Hopes are now running high that a new ring of twelve will be established at Chesterfield at Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association. a not very distant date. After tea the tower was revisited, and touches in the various methods were indulged in until 7.30 p.m. E aster M e eting at B edale. For the second time in the history of the Association, a meeting was fixed to take place on Easter Monday at Bedale. Members in The London County Association good numbers came from Darlington, Stockton, Wath,^ Sharow, Middleham, Richmond, East Witton, Northallerton, and \ork, each (late the St. James’s Society). sending its quota. Mr. G. J. Clarkson, the president, to whom the On Saturday, May 5th, 1906, in Three hours and ten minutes. Association owes much for the enthusiastic way in which he has At the Church of St. Mary, Lambeth, S.E. always discharged the duties of his office, was present, with a kind A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,072 changes. and cheery word for a ll; the Rev. R. Hodgson, the secretary, was Tenor 20cwt. also kept busy seeing that everything was going on properly, and Thomas Faulkner Treble William Shimmans ...... 5 that all were taking their due part in the day s proceedings. Edwin Barnett, jun 2 William H. Hollier...... 6 Everyone was glad to meet once more the former much-respected *Horatio G. Gummer, jun. 3 John T. Kentish...... 7 secretary, the Rev. W. P. Wright, of Hemingbrough, Howden. His Frederick G. Perrin ...... 4 James E. Davies Tenor removal to the Howden district some time ago caused his resignation of the secretaryship. Others present included most of the leading Composed by Arthur Craven, and conducted by James E. Davis. * First peal in the method. ringers in the North Yorkshire district. Most of those present travelled from Northallerton, Bedale being The Ancient Society of College Youths. reached shortly after eleven. The church was at once visited, and soon the bells were set going, being raised “ in peal.” This was On Saturday, May 5th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-four minutes.' taken part in by a veteran ringer in the person of Mr. J. Baines, of At the Church of St. Matthew, Upper Clapton, E. Sharow, who is over eighty years of age, and who “ rose the second A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. bell in a masterly style. Tall, white-haired, Mr. Baines carries his Holt’s original. Tenor 14cwt. years well, and is a good example of the health-giving qualities of Albert A. Hughes...... Treble j Arthur Coles ...... 5 the art of bell-ringing. The bells were kept going by the^ different Thomas Page ...... 2 j Albert Coles ...... 6 bands with touches of Grandsire, Treble Bob, &c., until shortly Charles Pothecary i 3- j Henry C. Alford ...... 7 after one o’clock, when all made their way to the Royal Oak Hotel William D. Smith ...... 4 | Challis F . Winney...... Tenor to partake of dinner. This is a feature of ringers’ gatherings which Conducted by Challis F. Winney. the members thoroughly appreciate. The conductor first called the above composition on March 21st, After dinner a short meeting was held* Mr. G. J. Clarkson taking 1884, and has now called it from every hell,-both in the tower and on the chair handbells. In proposing “ The Clergy,” Mr. C larkson spoke of the delight which ringers felt in the fact that more of the clergy were now Leckhampton, Gloucestershire. taking a practical interest in bells and ringing. He also welcomed amongst them once more the Rev. W. P.. Wright, the former secre­ GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN ASSOCIATION tary. . (a n d St . M ic h a e l ’ s J u n io r s , G lo u c e s te r). The Rev. W. P. W r ig h t , who was most cordially received, replied On Saturday, April 28th, 1906, in 2hrs. 37mins., at the Church to the toast, and thanked the company for their kind reception. of St James. * A peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Tenor He said, seeing the good number of members present and the way 8c wt. in A. Sir A. P. Hey wood's Variation of Thurstan’s Four- in which all were enjoying themselves-, it augured well for the part. _ * future success of the Association. George Gondick Treble \ Prophet Sevier ...... o Various new members were proposed and accepted, it was also Jesse Gillette 2 John Austin...... 6 announced that the annual meeting would take place at North­ John Ballenger ...... 7 allerton on Whit Monday. The meeting then broke up, and, the Ernest Davis ...... 3 Thomas Baldwyn ...... 4 Thomas Whiting Tenor weather being gloriously fine, advantage was taken to view the Conducted by John Austin. district. ______Knebworth, Herts. The Sheffield District and Old East Derbyshire THE HERTFORDSHIRE ASSOCIATION. Amalgamated Society. On Saturday, April 28th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-seven A special meeting of the above Society was held at Chesterfield on minutes, Easter Monday, which was attended by a large gathering of ringers At the Church of St. Mary. and friends from the surrounding district. Ringing commenced at A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. 2 p.m., and touches in the various methods were duly brought round. Taylor’s Six-part. Tenor 12f cwt. Apart from the ordinary routine, the special item of interest was James M. Gray...... Treble Samuel E. Roberts...... 5 the unveiling of a marble tablet recording four first surprise peals * William J. Croft...... 2 Arthur H. Bray ...... 6 rung by the Society, which ceremony was graciously perfoimed at John J. Oawdell...... 3 John F. Foster...... 7 4 p.m. by the Rev. J1. F. Crosse, V icar of Chesterfield. The com­ Charles Oastle ...... I Edward G. Bygrave Tenor pany also included Mrs. and Miss Crosse, Messrs. S. E. Short and Conducted by John Cawdell. R. T. Dewe, churchwardens, and about fifty ringers. * First peal in the method. After a prayer by the Vicar, M r . L ow T homas (president of the Society) explained the object of their visit, and outlined the history Drighlington, Yorks. of the Society, commenting on the steady advancement that had been made in the art of change-ringing, resulting in the recording THE YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION. of peals rung in the higher methods, which performances were con­ On Saturday, May 5th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-eight minutes sidered worthy of the erection of a marble tablet. The V icar gave At the Church of St. Paul. a short address, and with the words 11 Something attempted, some­ A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. thing done,” he drew the curtain on one side, exposing the tablet to Sir A. P. Hey wood’s Variation of Thnrstan’s Four-part. view. J. B. Jackson ...... Treble Francis Woodhead 5 The peals recorded are one each of Superlative, Yorkshire, Peter­ F. W. Dixon...... 6 borough, and London Surprise, all of which had been rung at Arthur Stokoe...... 2 William Woodhead ...... 3 Francis Barker...... 7 Chesterfield. Before the company descended the tower, three George Barraclough 4 John McKell ...... Tenor courses of Forward Royal were rung at the desire of the visitors. Oonducted by F. W. Dixon. Respecting the condition and tone of the bells, it was thought that,

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Swindon, Wilts. THE GLOUCESTER AND ’BRISTOL DIOCESAN ASSOCIATION (C iruncester B ranch). On Saturday, May 5th, 1906, in Three hours and twelve, minutes At Christ Church. Edward VII. to Mr. Heather. A Peal of Treble Bob Major, 5,088 Changes. On a new bell which has just been added to the ring at Leyton Kent Variation. Tenor 13cwt. lqr. Parish Church, the following is recorded::—“ Edward VII., King ; Owen W. Layng Treble Charles J. Gardiner ...... 5 Randall Davidson, Archbishop ; Sir H. Campbell-Bannerman, Prime Robert W. Hyner ...... 2 Oliver Norman ...... 6 Minister ; Edgar Jacob, Bishop of St. Albans ; J. A. Simon, M.P. Thomas Robinson ...... 3 Ernest Bishop...... 7 for Walthamstow ; H. Heather, Chairman of Leyton Council.” Sidney Palmer...... 4 Harry Roberts ...... Tenor The Ancient Society of College Youths. Composed by the late William Estconrt and conducted by Harry On Saturday, May 12th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-five minutes. Roberts. First peal in the method on the bells and by all except the At the Church of A ll Hallows’, Tottenham, ST. ringers of the 7th and tenor, and was rung at the first attempt. A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor 20cwt, Birmingham.—Muffled Peal. Ghallis F. Winney Treble William Truss...... 5 Samuel E. Joyce...... 2 Henry W. Kirton ...... 6 THE ST. MARTIN’S GUILD FOR THE DIOCESE OF John A. Dart ...... 3 William T. Cockerill 7 BIRMINGHAM. Charles Pothecary 4 Herbert F. H u ll...... Tenor On Tuesday, May 8th, 1906, in Three hours and forty minutes. Conducted by Ohallis F, Winney. At the Church of St. Martin. A Peal of Stedman Cinques, 5,019 changes. Tenor 36cwt. in C. The Ancient Society of College Youths. Edmund J. Hyland Treble I *Horace Street ...... 7 On Saturday, May 12th, 1906, in Three hours and twenty-five minutes. *Thomas H. Reeves 2 John Neal...... 8 At the Church of St. Mary Abbott’s, Kensington, W. Albert Walker...... 3 Samuel Grove...... 9 A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Royal, Charles Dickens...... 4 A. Paddon Smith ...... 10 5,040 changes. Tenor 32cwt. Thomas Reynolds ...... 5 Arthur E. Pegler ...... 11 Albert V. Selby...... Treble- William H. Passmore ... 6 William Short...... 6 Sydney J. Jessop Tenor Henry R. Newton ...... 2 Ernest G. Stibbons ...... 7 Composed by John Carter, and conducted by Albert Walker. John T. Kentish...... 3 James W illshire...... 8 Rung half-muffled as token of respect to William Wakley, of Henry S. Ellis...... 4 Alfred B. Peck ...... 9 Burton-on-Trent. *First peal of Cinques. This peal, now rung Henry G. Miles ...... 5 John N. Oxborrow Tenor for the first time, contains the 6th thirty-seven courses behind the Composed by F. Dench, and conducted by John N. Oxborrow. eighth, nineteen times in the reverse tittums position, and eighteen- The London County Association. times in the handstroke home position. (Late the St. James’s Society.) St. Luke’s Society, Chelsea. On Saturday, May 12th, 1906, in Three hours and fifteen minutes. The weekly practices at St. Luke’s, Chelsea, are discontinued for At the Church of St. Luke’s, Chelsea, S.W. the present. Ringing as usual each Sunday at 10 a.m. and 6.30 p.m., A Peal of Grandsire Caters, 5,039 changes. except the third Sunday in each month, when it will commence at Henry Mance. Treble Alfred H. Newman...... 6 6 p.m. William J. Dean ...... 2 Thomas Langdon ...... 7 J. P rvb r, Hon. Sec. William H. Hollier ...... 3 Edward Cassell ...... 8 The Essex Association. Herbert Turner ...... 4 William J. Barber...... 9 Ernest Young...... 5 Bertie J. Clode...... Tenor R omford. Composed by John P. Bradley, and conducted by Thomas Langdon. On Tuesday, April 3rd, at the residence of Mr. B. Keeble, on the anniversary of his birthday, 720 of Bob Minor on handbells : A. J. The Kent County Association. Perkins, 1, 2; Miss Keeble, 3; Mrs. Keeble, 4; B. Keeble (con­ On Saturday, May 12th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-seven ductor), 5, 6. minutes. On Tuesday, April 10th, on handbells in the tower of St. Edward's At'the Church of St. John, Deptford, S.E. Church, 2,520 of Grandsire Triples in lhr. 12mins.; the first half of A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. Reeve’s variation of Holt’s Ten-part: H. Dawkins, 1, 2 ; A. J. *A. G. Benington Treble William Weatherstone ... 5 Perkins (conductor), 3, 4 ; W. Watson, 5, 6 ; T. Loosemore, 7, 8. William J. Jeffries 6 Herbert Miller...... 2 Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association. Joseph Law ...... 3 Harry Wamett...... 7 Albert J. Ramsey ...... 4 Thomas Jakeman Tenor At the Easter Monday meeting at Bedale. 576 Kent Treble Conducted by William J. Jeffries. Treble Bob. Major :—J. G. Hall, 1; W. Thorp, 2 ; J. Clarkson, 3 ; J. First peal with a bob bell. * First peal. Waller, 4; A. W. Barrett, 5; W. Newton, 6 ; T. Metcalfe, 7 ; T. Stephenson (conductor), 8. Mottram, Cheshire. Also 576 Kent Treble Bob Major :—W. Pick, 1; C. Howroyd, 2 : THE CHESTER DIOCESAN GUILD. J. W. Newton, 3 ; E. Burnett, 4 ; F. Tingle, 5 ; J. Metcalfe, 6 ; Rev. On Saturday, April 28th, 1906, in Six hours and fifty-three minutes. W. P. Wright, 7 ; T. Metcalfe (conductor), 8. At the Church of St. Michael. Also 504 Stedman Triples:—G. J. Clarkson, 1; J. G. Hall, 2: A Peal, Treble Bob Major 12,000 changes. J. W. Newton, 3 ; W. Newton, 4 ; T. Metcalfe, 5 ; G. W. Park, 6 ; Kent Variation. Tenor 121- cwt. T. Stephenson (conductor), 7 ; A. W. Barrett, 8. Isaac Schofield...... 5 Isaac Sidebotham Treble Also at Bumeston. 720 Kent Treble Bob Minor:—A. Peacock, 1: John Harrop ...... 6 Frank Hall ...... 2 W. Sykes, 2 ; H. Parrish, 3; G. W. Park, 4; R. Burrows, 5 : H. John Harrison...... 7 Joseph Goddard...... 3 Pauli, 6 ; and 720 Oxford Treble Bob Minor :—R. Burrows. 1; G. Charles Marsland Tenor Sam S tott...... 4 Handley, 2 ; J. Metcalfe, 3 ; G. W. Park, 4 ; G. Park, 5 ; H. Lones, 6. Composed by W. Sottanstall, and conducted by Isaac Sidebotham. Stoke, C oventry. The London County Association. On Sunday, April 15th, for morning service, 504 Grandsir- (Late the St. James’s Society. Established 1824.) Triples :—E. Johnson, 1 ; A. W. Flowers, 2 ; W. Maund, 3; T. Hcje A meeting of the above Association will be held on Saturday, May 4; W. Beesley, 5; J. Fennell, 6 ; J. H. White (conductor . 7:1. 26th, for united practice and social intercourse at the church of St. Bloxham, tenor. On Sunday, April 29th, for evening service (6.30 . Luke, Chelsea, S.W. The tower will be open for ringing from Grandsire Triples :—T. Bloxham, 1 ; A. W. Flowers, 2 ; W. Maund. 4 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. A social .will afterwards be held.—T, H. 3 ; W. Beesley, 4 ; J. Fennell, 5 ; J. Titterton, 6 ; J. II. White con­ Taffender, Hon. Sec.,1, Budge Row, E.C. ductor), 7 ; W. Ferris, tenor. J. Titterton hails from Stoke-cn-Tren:

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The London County Association (Late the St. James’s Society), and the ST. MARGARET’S SOCIETY, WESTMINSTER. On Saturday, May 19th, 1900, in Three hours and sixteen min; At the Chuuch of St. Margaret, Westminster. A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,072 changes. In Memoriam. Tenor 26cwt. WilliamWeatherstone.. .Treble William H. Hollier. WILLIAM WAKLEY, OP BURTON-ON-TRENT. Arthur N. Hardy ...... 2 Thomas Langdon . Frederick G. Perrin ...... 3 On April 24th William Wakley passed to his rest at the com­ Ernest Brett ...... Horatio G. Oummer, jun. 4 paratively early age of fifty-three years. His interests were many Janies E. Davis .... .Tenor and wide, as were his friends. Bom at Gittisham, Devon, on Composed by Arthur Craven, and conducted by James E. Davis. February 12th, 1853, he migrated in the year 1874 to Burton, where Quedgeley, Gloucestershire. he spent the rest of his life. In August, 1877, he married Miss Louisa H. Macer, of Sidmouth, and leaves, besides his wife, two THE GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN ASSO­ sons and five daughters, in 1878 he became a sidesman of St. CIATION AND THE ST. MICHAEL’S JUNIORS. Paul's, the new church built by the late Mr. Bass ; and from 1882 On Saturday, May 12th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-five minutes. to 1884 he was Vicar’s warden. The Rev. J. H. Pish, at that time At St. James's Church. Incumbent of the church, was an ardent promotor of change-ringing ; A Peal of Kent Treble Bob Major, 5,088 Changes. Tenor 9cwt. and Mr. Wakley energetically co-operated with him in bringing the Thomas Baldwin Treble Jesse Gillett ...... 5 St. Paul’s Society of Ohange-ringers to a pitch of excellence that has Sidney E. Loxton ...... 2 George Oondick, sen...... 6 nowhere been surpassed. From the year 1874 till the time of his Jobn Austin...... 3 Thomas Newman ...... 7 death he occupied the position of leader and principal conductor to William Sevier ...... 4 Ernest E. Davis Tenor the St. Paul’s ringers. Composed by A. Knight, and conducted by John Austin. Of the gradual rise of the St. Paul’s Society to the very summit of the art of ringing it is unnecessary here to speak. In the year Hackington, Canterbury. 1882 Mr. Fish bestirred himself, in conjunction with his own ringers and others in Derby, to found the Midland Counties Asso­ THE KENT COUNTY ASSOCIATION. ciation, which embraced roughly the districts around Burton, Derby, On Wednesday, May 16th, 1906, in Two hours and forty-six minutes- Nottingham, and Leicester. Mr. Wakley became hon. treasurer of At the Chureh of St. Stephen. the Association in 1883, and continued from that date to hold the A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. office to the end of his life. In the year 1891 the Central Council of Pitstow’s Variation. Tenor llcwt. Ringers was formed, and with this body Mr. Wakley was from its Frederick G. Brett Treble P. H. P ierce...... 5 inception connected, first as an honorary member, later as a dele­ C. Lem an...... 2 H. G. Fairbrass ...... 6 gate. It is noteworthy that his first peal was also the first on the Rev. F. J. O. Helmore ... 3 E. G. Buesden...... 7 then new bells of St. Paul’s, one of Grandsire Triples, conducted by C. W. Brett ...... 4 E. O. Foreman...... Tenor himself on April 27th, 1876. Conducted by E. G. Buesden. But it was not only as a campanologist that Mr. Wakley made his mark. In 1868, when only fifteen years of age, he joined the Charlton Kings, Gloucestershire. Volunteers at Buckerill, Devon, and was transferred in 1874 to THE GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN ASSO­ “ A ” Company 2nd North Staffordshire Regiment, being made sergeant in 1878 and colour-sergeant in 1899. On six occasions he CIATION AND THE ST. MICHAEL’S JUNIORS. represented his company at Bisley, and his county, and at Burton On Saturday, May 19th, 1906, in Three hours. he also won numerous other shooting prizes. It should be men­ At St. Mary’s Church. tioned, to his no small credit, that since their institution he never A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Tenor 23cwt. missed a church parade or a camp. He had served in the Volunteer Sir A. P. Heywood Variation Thurstan’s four-part. force for thirty-eight years, thirty-two with this battalion and Thomas Baldwyn Treble William Sevier ...... 5 twenty-seven years as sergeant and colour-sergeant. Thomas Newman ...... 2 John Austin...... 6 On Easter Monday the annual meeting of the Midland Counties Jesse Gillett...... 3 Ernest E. Davis ...... 7 Association took place at Burton. Mr. Wakley was present and was George Condick, sen 4 John Ballenger ...... Tenor again re-elected hon. treasurer of the Association, with hearty thanks Conducted by Jobn Austin'. for his past long services. On the following Tuesday week he passed to his rest in the Queen’s Hospital, Birmingham, whither he had been The Gloucester and Bristol Diocesan removed in view of a serious internal operation which was con­ Association. sidered necessary, but which could not be hurried, and, indeed, was never performed. The Annual General Meeting will be held at Painswick on Whit On April 28th William Wakley was laid in the Burton Cemetery. Monday, June 4th.— C. E. D. B outflow er, Hon. Sec., 30, Broad-street, The previous evening the coffin had been placed in the church he Bristol. served so well, and loving watchers guarded the body throughout The Kent County Association. the night; The special service, the muffled bells and drums, the The Annual General Meeting w ill be held on Whit Monday, June floral tributes, the gathered ringers, Volunteers, and Yeomanry, 4th, at Tonbridge.—F. J. O. Hki.m.-iu:, Hon. Sec., Canterbury. Chopin’s Funeral March, and full military honours at the grave, brought home to the throng of onlookers that one had gone from The Durham and Newcastle Diocesan them who was esteemed by bis fellows as an able, earnest, reliable, Association. and God-fearing man. Tbe Whitsun Monday meeting will be held at Bishop Auckland. The parish church (St. Andrew’s) and the eight at St. John's, Shildon. will be at the disposal of members. Dinner at Newgate-end Cafe, T h e London County Association. at 1 o’clock.—W . T. R obson, Hon. Sec., 24, Ingleby-terrace, Sunder­ (Late the St. James’s Society.) land. The Lincoln Diocesan Guiid. On Wednesday, May 16th, 1906, in Three hours. At the Church of St. John, Waterloo-road, S.E. (EASTERN COUNTIES BRANCH. A Peal of London Surprise Major, 5,088 changes. Tenor 20cwt. F leet, L incolnshire . Frederick G. Perrin Treble Henry S. Ellis...... 5 On Tuesday, April 24th, in one hour and fifteen minutes, at the Alfred B. Peck ...... 2 Samuel E. Andrews ...... 6 Church of St. Mary Magdalen, a date touch, 1,906 changes of Henry R. Newton ...... 3 William Shimmans ...... 7 Minor, being 720 Oxford Treble Bob, 720 Double Oxford, and 466 of Arthur G. Ellis ...... 4 John N. Oxborrow Tenor Plain Bob :—A. V. Hilliam, H. V. Fletcher, G. R. Truss, Rev. C. J. Composed by J. W. Washbrook, and conducted by J. N. Oxborrow. Sturton, J. B. Hallifax, R. Jarvis (conductor).

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to which Mr. Thomas suitably replied. Ten new members were elected. A vote of thanks to the clergy and the St. Marie’s and Parish Church companies for the use of the bells, &c., was given by the President, seconded by Mr. George O. Dixon, which concluded the business.

The Sheffield District and Old East Derbyshire The London County Association. (Late the St. James’s Society.) Amalgamated Society. On Saturday, May 26th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-seven The annual meeting of the above Society took place at Sheffield minutes. on Saturday, May 5th. There was a record attendance, members At the Church of St. John, Waterloo-road, S.E.. being present from Barnsley, Bolsover, Bolsterstone, Chesterfield, A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,024 changes. Doncaster, Ecclesfleld, Killamarsh, North Wingfield, Norton, Tenor 20cwt. Rotherham, Treeton, Wath, Nottingham, Derby, as well as a strong Charles J. North Treble Alfred B. Peck ...... 5 representation from all the Sheffield towers. The bells of St. Horatio G. Gummer, jun. 2 Reginald Edwards...... 6 Marie’s (eight) were at the disposal of the Society from 3 p.m. to Frederick G. Perrin ...... 3 William Hartshorne ...... 7 7 p.m.; also, by kind permission of the Parish Church company, Ernest Bret|...... 4 James E. D avis...... Tenor the ring of twelve were likewise at liberty-for-the-same-periods CoSaposcd b y "Edgar.Wightman, and conducted by James E. Davis. Hence, excepting one brief space, the bells were incessantly going Hull, Y orks. with touches in the various .standard and advanced methods. A large photograph of the members present was taken in the THE YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION AND THE LINCOLN parish church-yard at 5 p.m. DIOCESAN GUILD. The business meeting was held at the Sportsman Inn, Cambridge- On Tuesday, May 15th, 1906, iu Three hours and nineteen minutes. street, the headquarters of the Society, at 7.30 p.m.; Mr. Sam At the Church of the Holy Trinity. Thomas, president, occupying the chair. Messrs. George Hollis A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. (Chesterfield) and George Lewis (Sheffield) were elected auditors. Variation of Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor 26cwt. Business commenced with the presentation to the Society of a Tom Stockdale...... Treble William Brown ...... 5 new peal-book, the gift of Mr. Sam Thomas, who received a hearty Bertram Prewett...... 2 John W. Stickney ...... 6 vote from the members for his valuable addition to the Society’s Frederick Stokes ...... 3 Rev. F. E. Robinson...... 7 assets. The minutes of the last meeting having been confirmed, George T. Marshall ...... 4 John W. Dale...... Tenor the accounts were read out in detail by the hon. secretary. These Conducted by the Rev. F. E. Robinson. show a record membership of four honorary members and 182 ringing members, being an increase of twenty-eight over last year, Hackington, Canterbury. whilst the financial side is credited with a balance in hand of THE KENT COUNTY ASSOCIATION. 11J. 5s. 5d. On the proposition of the auditors they were passed as On Saturday, May 26th, 1906, in Two hours and forty-five minutes. read. At the Church of St. Stephen. The President gave a short address outlining the progress made A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. hy the Society, and he was pleased to say that the record number of Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor llcwt. sixty-seven peals had been rung during the past year, consisting of C. Leman ...... Treble C. W. Brett ...... 5 eleven different methods and covering seventeen towers. The con­ H. G. Fairbrass ...... 2 G. G. Jenkins ...... 6 ductors numbered eighteen, of which Mr. Clement Glenn headed the Rev. F. J. O. Helmore ... 3 F. G. Brett ...... 7 list with twenty-two to his credit. Great improvement had also E. G. Buesden...... 4 S. Gibbs...... Tenor been made in the number of advanced peals rung, among which was Conducted by Frederick G. Brett. the first peal of “ London Surprise.” Another special feature was First peal as conductor. the accomplishment of eight peals on handbells, the first recorded by the Society. The total list of peals is as follows:—Grandsire The Cleveland and North Yorkshire Triples, 6 ; Caters, 2 ; Stedman Triples, 11 ; Caters, 6 ; Cinques, 1; Association. Kent Treble Bob Major, 9 ; Royal, 1; Oxford Treble Boh Major, 1; The eighth annual meeting w ill be held at Northallerton on Bob Major, 7 ; Royal, 1; Forward Major, 1; College Single, 2 ; Whit Monday. Special service in the parish church at 12 noon. Double Norwich, 5 ; Superlative, 2; Yorkshire, 1; London, 1; Preacher, Rev. T. Collins, of St. Martin’s, Leeds. Dinner at the Treble Boh Minor (seven different methods), 2. On handbells: Rose and Crown Hotel at 1.30 p.m., followed by annual business Grandsire Triples, 6 ; Boh Major, 2. Total, 67. meeting.—Rev. R. H odgson, secretary, Skelton in Cleveland, S.O. The fixtures for the ensuing year, as chosen hy the committee, were then put before the meeting, and secured unanimous assent. The Central Northamptonshire Association. The foil owing officers were re-elected :—President, Mr. Sam Thomas ; Tfie annual meeting w ill be held at Northampton on Whit vice-president, Mr. James A. Dixon ; hon. secretary, Mr. Sidney F. Monday, June 4th. Service at A ll Saints’ Church at 12 (noon. Palmer. Mr. Edwin James having resigned the hon. treasurership, Lunch at Peacock Hotel at 1 p.m.—T. R. H ensher, hon. secretary, Mr. David Brearley was unanimously elected to that office. The 11, Midland-road, Wellingborough. committee, which were elected en bloc, consists of one nomination from each tower in union. The Essex Association. Some discussion arose as to the advisability • of conducting the The annual meeting will he held at Chelmsford on Whit Monday. practice meetings in a systematic manner, whereby all members Service at St. Mary’s Church at 11.30 a.m. Address by Rev. A. W. would have opportunities to take up the advanced methods, and at Jephson, Hon. Canon of Southwark Cathedral. Dinner at 1.30p.m.— the same time give the learners every assistance in practising the H. T. W. E yre , hon. secretary, Great Totham Vicarage, Witham. standard methods, and at the suggestion of the president it was eventually decided that the first and last hoars should be devoted to The Central Council of Bell-ringers. the standard methods, and the two middle hours to surprise ringing. The sixteenth meeting of the Council will be held on Whitsun The President proposed that a certificate should be given hy the Tuesday, June 5th, at the Church House, Dean’s-yard, Westminster, Society to the tower that showed the highest per-centage of attend­ 11 a.m. The morning sitting will be adjourned from one o’clock ances for Sunday ringing at the end of each year ; this was seconded till 2.30 p.m., from which hour the Council w ill sit, if necessary, till hy Mr. Sam Seed, and unanimously carried. This does not mean to 5.30 p.m. A social gathering will be held at the Westminster convey, or even to suggest, that the attendance for ringing at the Palace Hotel, at 9.30 p.m.— O. D. P. Davies, hon. secretary. Sunday services is not all that could be desired—in fact, it is well known that ringers put themselves to inconveniences to attend their Henfisld, Sussex. sacred duty—hut merely to create a little friendly competition, in On Saturday, April 28th, on the occasion of the marriage’of Mr. G. the district, the certificate to he considered an ornament of honour Gander (a member of the local band) to Miss Rosa Newman, 504 to the winning tower. Stedman Triples:—W. Markwell, 1; G. Burt, 2; E. Lish, 3 ’; G. A vote of thanks to the past officers for services rendered was Payne, 4 ; A. Goddard, 5 ; L. Payne (conductor), 6 ; A. Heasman, 7 : proposed hy Mr. A. Marwood, and seconded hy Mr. G. Halksworth, A. Hodges, 8;. First 504 by E. Lish.

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Gloucester. THE GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN ASSOCIA­ TION AND THE ST. MICHAEL'S JUNIORS. On Thursday, May 24th. 1906, in Three hours and fifteen minutes. At the Church of St. Michael. The Salisbury Dioeesars Guild. A Peal of Stedman Caters, 5,004 changes. The annual festival was held at Salisbury on Monday, May 21st. Tenor 20owt. in E. Ringers attended from Barford St. Martin, Horningsham, Burton, *Henry Lewis ...... Treble Francis E. Hart ...... 6 Lytchett Minster, Dinton, Wyke Regis, Berwick St. John, Okeford Francis Lewis...... 2 George Condick, sen...... 7 Fitzpaine, Hollingbourne Kingston, Orcheston St. Mary, Great Thomas Newman ...:...... 3 Sidney Loxton...... 8 Bedwyn, Coombe Bissett, Devizes, and the parishes of Salis­ John Austin...... 4 Ernest E. Davis ...... 9 bury. The proceedings began at half-past twelve with service Thomas Baldwyn ...... 5 William J. Sevier ...... Tenor in the Lady Chapel of the cathedral. The Bishop was accompanied Composed by the late Henry Johnson, and conducted by John by the Rev. C. F. Metcalf, who bore the pastoral staff, the Rev. Austin. Precentor Carpenter, and the Rev. Canon Morrice. The Bishop * First peal in the method. Rung to welcome the new Rector, the preached a sermon from the text : ‘-“Let everything that hath breath Rev. H. M. Braithwaite, to St. Michael's, Gloucester. praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord ” (Psalm cl. 6). Lord Nelson presided at the dinner-which followed in the Church Hoddesdon, Herts. House, and he was supported by the Bishop and other clergy. THE ROYAL CUMBERLAND YOUTHS. A vote of thanks was cordially passed to the Bishop for his On Saturday, May 26th, 1906, in Three hours and two minutes. sermon, on the proposition of the Rev. H. Farley, seconded by the At the Church of St. Paul. Rev. 0. Wood. A Peal of London Surprise Major, 5,024 changes. The Bishop suitably replied, and then Mr. Chalk moved a vote George H. Barker Treble Ernest S. Poll ...... 5 of thanks to the Dean for allowing them to have the service in the James Saxby ...... 2 *George A. Card ...... 6 Cathedral, to Precentor Carpenter for conducting the service, to George Radley ...... 3 James Parker ...... 7 the organist, and to the Incumbents who had placed the towers of Thomas Card ...... 4 George Paice ...... (...... Tenor their churches at the disposal of the ringers. The Rev. H. E. Tilney Composed by Henry Dains, and conducted by James Parker. Bassett, hon. secretary of the Guild, seconded, and the Rev. 0. * First peal in the method, also first in the method on the bells. Wood replied. On the initiative of the Bishop a vote of thanks for presiding was Alresford, Kent. passed to Lord Nelson, who, in acknowledging the compliment, THE KENT COUNTY ASSOCIATION. spoke of the change which had come over ringers since he could On Saturday, June 2nd, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-six minutes. remember, when there used to be drinking in the belfries. But At'the Parish Church. since the formation of the Guild, ringers had been brought to regard A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,024 Changes. their work as Church work. Tenor 15ewt. Lord Nelson, as president, took the chair at the business meeting, Joseph E. Grensted Treble Alfred H. Winch...... 5 at which the following officers were elected :—Vice-presidents, the George Thompson 2 William H. Wilkins .... 6 Archdeacons of Sarum, Wilts, and Dorset, the Dean of Salisbury, John H. Cheesman 3 James E. Davis ...... 7 the Marquess of Salisbury, the Earl of Shaftesbury, the Earl of Thomas Mannering ...... 4 Frederick Holden...... Tenor Radnor, Dr. Bourne, the Rev. J. 0. Mansell-Pleydell, Mr. H. H. Composed by Frederick Holden and conducted by John H. Palairet, Mr. A. Grist; treasurer, Mr. W. Pinckney; auditor, Mr. Cheesman. C.'H. Hampton ; inspector of belfries, Mr. J. R. Jerram. The Master (Captain Acland) was unable to be present, but, having- Isleworth, Middlesex. expressed his willingness to serve again if it was desired, he was THE LONDON COUNTY ASSOCIATION. re-elected. (Late the St. James’s Society.) The Rev. H. E. Tilney Bassett was re-eleeted hon. secretary, but On Monday, June 4th, 1906, in Three hours and one minute. intimated that it would be the last year he could accept the office. At All Saints’ Church. The Rev. G. W. Cobb having left the diocese, there was a vacancy A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. on the committee, to which the Rev. H. Farley was appointed. Tenor 16cwt. The Rev. Tilney Bassett, the Rev. H. Drake, Mr. Martin Steward, James N. Frossell Treble Edward Cassell ...... 5 and Captain Acland were elected to the Central Council. John Howes...... 2 Thomas Beadle ...... 6 Sherborne was fixed as the place for the next festival. Thomas Langdon ...... 3 John H.'B. Hesse ...... 7 Walter G. Matthews ...... 4 ’George Spencer...... Tenor Conducted by Thomas Langdon. The Goscote (Leicestershire) Society. * First peal. The annual festival was held on Monday, May 14th, at Great Dalby. The attendance furnished a record, no fewer than ninety Nottinghamshire. members being present, and many others being elected during the On Sunday afternoon, April 29th, at the church of St. Michael, transaction of the business. The Vicar, churchwardens, and good Retford, 720 changes of Kent Treble Bob Minor :—A T Winter people of Dalby gave a hearty welcome to their visitors. The G. W. Winter, G. W. D. Metcalfe, P. O. Bixby, W. J. Nevard church bells gave forth their merry music in the mysteries of (conductor), H. Warburton; also at the church of A ll Hallows, Grandsire, Stedman, and other “ methods,” and the Vicar of Wymes- Ordsall, 720 changes of Bob Minor—J. White, H. Warburton, A. T. wold preached an admirable sermon from the text: • “ Keep thy Winter, G. R. Winter, P. O. Bixby, W. J. Nevard (conductor); also foot when thou goest to the House of God, and be more ready to for Evening Service at the church of St. Swithun, East Retford, a hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools.” touch of Grandsire Caters:—C. Joynes, E. Collingburn, P. O. Bixby, The energetic secretary (Mr. P. Hardy) is to be congratulated .on R. Miles, T. Spurr, G. Winter, H. Haigh (conductor), W. J. Nevard, the success of the arrangements. H. Warburton, G. W. D. Metcalfe ; also a touch of Stedman Caters :— O. Joynes, E. Collingburn, P. O. Bixby, G. W. D. Metcalfe, T. The London County Association. Spurr, H. Warburton, H. Haigh (conductor), W. J. Nevard, J. B. Joynes, R. Miles. (Late the St. James’s Society.) This is the 365th tower in which Mr. W. J. Nevard has rung. On Saturday, June 2nd, 1906, in Two hours and fifty minutes. At the Church of St. Mary, Battersea, S.W. . St. George’s Society Stockport. A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. STOCKPORT. Holt's Original. Tenor 13cwt. On Monday, April 30th, in fifty-three minutes, a quarter-peal of Frederick G. Goddard...Treble j Edward Cassell ...... 5 Grandsire Caters : T. Jackson, 1 ; E. Morfee, 2 ; W. Jackson, 3 : Obed J. Baker...... 2 | Thomas Langdon ...... 6 H. Jackson, 4 ; G. D. Warburton, 5 ; J. Hottershead, 6 ; H. Heaton John Pryer ...... 3 j William J. Barber...... 7 (conductor), 7 ; G. Astbury, 8 ; J. W. Bayley, 9 ; G. Marshall, 10. Alfred G. H. Newman ... 4 i Henry Mance-...... Tenor Composed by J. George. Rung as a birthday compliment to J. W. Conducted by Thomas Langdon. Bayley, his “ brother-strings ” wishing him many happy returns.

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tion, followed by a selection on the clarionette by Mr. Tom Rev.. Mr. 0. H. Hattersley thanked Mr. and Mrs. Rew for their kind invitation, and said he was sure that all felt grateful to them for their hospitality, and had great pleasure in meeting to celebrate their silver wedding. In concluding, he wished them “ Long life and domestic happiness.” In support, Mr. S. Seed said he had The Kent County Association. known Mr. Rew for the last thirty years, and had always found that he took a keen interest in ringing matters. He only hoped all would The twenty-seventh annual meeting of this Association was held be spared to meet again and celebrate their golden wedding. More at Tonbridge on Whit Monday, June 4th. A ll parts of the county songs followed by Miss Mabel. Rew, Messrs. J. T. Rew, C. H. were represented, and several attended from adjoining counties. Hattersley, J. Thorpe, S. F. Palmer, and a recitation by Mr. J. The company at the dinner numbered 195, a figure which has only Atken, the whole being mixed with tunes and courses on the hand­ twice before been exceeded—that is, in 1894, at Tonbridge, when bells, whilst many anecdotes were given by Mr. Hattersley relating 197 were present, and in 1897 when, in order to celebrate the to the old Parish Church ringers in the days that are gone. - thirteenth centenary of the landing of Augustine and the foundation of English Christianity, over 200 assembled at Canterbury. The towers open for ringing were:—Tonbridge (8), St. Peter's, The Kent County Association. Tunbridge Wells (8), Hadlow (8), Speldhurst (8), and Marden (6). On Wednesday, June 6th, 1906, in Three hours. The usual programme was followed—committee meeting at 11 a.m., At the Church of St. Nicholas, Deptford, S.E. service at 12, and dinner at 1.15 p.m. The new Archdeacon of A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Tonbridge (Ven. A. T. Scott), preached at the service, taking for a Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor 21cwt. text the four verses of Psalm cxxiv., “ Behold, now praise the Lord,” William Foreman Treble William J. Jeffries...... &c. The hymn “ The Church’s one foundation” was sung before Rev. Fred. J. O. Helmore 2 Rev. Herbert A. Oockey 6 the sermon, and during the collection, which was for the Belfry William Weatherstone ... 3 Frederick W. Thornton 7 Repairs Fund, and amounted to 11. 6s. 7d., a special hymn from the William Berry...... 4 Frank Howell...... Tenor Hymnal Companion, “ Hark! on high the joyful music.” The Conducted by Frederick W. Thornton. Vicar, the Rev. C. G. Baskerville, presided at the dinner in the Public Hall, and was supported by the Archdeacon, Mr. F. Skinner The Middlesex County Association and ths (churchwarden of St. Nicholas, Deptford), and Mr. H. S. Humphrey London Diocesan Guild. (Woolwich). ‘ The Ashford, Lewisham, and Tonbridge district On Saturday, June 9th, 1906, in Three hours and seventeen minutes. secretaries (Messrs. A. R. Mannering, T. Groombridge, and W. At the Church of St. Margaret, Westminster, S.W. Latter), the central secretary (the Rev. F. J. O. Helmore), and other A Peal of Stedman Caters, 5,005 changes. officers of the Association, Mrs. Mackinnon and Miss Macalpine Leny, .Tenor 28cwt. well known for their kindly interest in the progress of the Associa­ George W. Challice Treble Ernest Pye ...... 6 tion, were also present. The usual loyal toast was given by the John J. Lam b...... 2 Reuben Charge ...... 7 Chairman and duly honoured. Mr. F. Skinner proposed the health Alfred J. Hessian ...... 3 William Pye ...... 8 of the Archbishop and clergy, to which the Archdeacon of Tonbridge Isaac G. Shade ...... 4 j James George...... 9 responded. Mr. W. Latter proposed the health of the chairman, and, Bertram Prewett...... 5 j James Hunt ...... Tenor after the Vicar's speech in reply, the general business meeting was Composed by James George and conducted by William Pye. held. The secretary’s report and balance-sheet showed a flourishing state of things :—Number of towers in union, 89 ; members, 1,042 ; Swindon, Wilts. peals rung during the preceding year, 127; balance in hand, THE GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN 791. 9s. Id.—these are all records. ASSOCIATION. The re-arrangement of the diocesan boundaries gives two new (CIRENCESTER BRANCH.) Bishops and Archdeacons to the county. Accordingly the Bishops of On Thursday, May 31st, 1906, in Three hours. Rochester and Woolwich were elected, along with the other vice- At Christ Church. presidents, and the Archdeacons are, by the rules of the Association, A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. ex officio vice-presidents; the names of the Archdeacons of Ton­ Holt’s Original. Tenor 13cwt. lqr. bridge and Lewisham were added. The secretary, treasurer, and Thomas Lawrence Treble Charles J. Gardiner ...... 5 committee were re-elected, Mr. G. Wilford Blaxland (Hythe) being Harry Roberts.... 2. substituted for Archdeacon Everest. The members of the committee Oliver Norman ...... 6 Thomas Robinson ...... 3 are Messrs. H. Barton (Deal), W. Harper (Swanscombe), A. Palmer Louis A. W ilson...... 7 Sidney Palmer...... 4 (Lenham), W. Spice (Tunstall), and 0. Tribe (Tenterden). At the Alfred W.'Harrington ...Tenor conclusion of the business Mr. F. W. Thornton (Deptford) proposed Conducted by Harry Roberts. the health of the hon. secretary, who, after replying, proposed “ The Washingborough, Lincs. Ladies." Both Mrs. Mackinnon and Miss Leny responded, and THE YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION. invited any members who would like a country walk (for they had tried to hire a trap, but none was to be had) to go over to Speld- (T he Sheffield and D is t r ic t Society.) hurst. During the afternoon an energetic photographer took a large On Monday, June 4th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-two minutes, group of members in the Oastle grounds. In the course of the day At the Church of St. John. some well-struck touches in the various methods were rung, though A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. there was a good deal of “ scratch ” ringing. This must necessarily Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor about 12icwt. be the case on such occasions, when many get an opportunity of George Lewis ...... Treble Clement Glenn ...... 5 trying a method which they can seldom, if ever, practice in their John Thorpe ...... 2 Sidney F. Palmer ...... 6 own tower. But the general advance in the art was patent to any George Halksworth ...... 3 Walter A ll wood ...... 7 one who remembered the meetings of only a few years back. Albert Nash...... 4 John Holman...... Tenor Conducted by Clement Glenn. First peal in the method on the bells; first peal on the bells by Mr. J. T. R e w ’s Silver W ed ding. the Association. A pleasant gathering took place at Sheffield on Saturday, Hackington, Canterbury. May 12th, the occasion being the celebration of the silver wedding of Mr. and Mrs. J. T-. Rew, who has been a member of the Parish THE KENT COUNTY ASSOCIATION. Church company for the past seven years. It was agreed upon to On Wednesday, June 6th, 1906, in Two hours and forty-one minutes. meet for a quarter peal of Stedman Cinques in honour of the event, At the Church of St. Stephen. time not permitting for more, with the result that the touch (1,325 A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. changes) was duly accomplished in one hour four minutes, the band Thurstan’s Four-part. standing as follows :—J. Holman (Treble); J. H. Bower, 2; W. Tenor llcwt. Lomas (composer and conductor), 3 ; G. Holmes, 4 ; A. Brearley, 5 ; George G. Jenkins Treble Charles W. Brett ...... 5 J. Mulligan, 6 ; J. Thorpe, 7; S. F. Palmer, 8 ; E. Woodward, 9 ; Frederick G. Brett 2 Edward E. Foreman 6 S. Seed, 10; W. Burgar, 11; J. T. Rew (tenor). An adjournment Henry G. Fairbrass ...... 3 Philip H. Pierce...... 7 was then made to Mr. Rew’s residence, where the whole company Edwin G. Buesden 4 Stanley Gibbs ...... Tenor sat down to tea. Miss Mabel Rew opened with a pianoforte selec­ Conducted by Edwin G. Buesden. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 18S1. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 i per cent. INTEREST allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 32 & 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E . 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed. on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., renewed. Apply C. F. R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, "W.C. BELLS W ITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &e. Musical Hand Bells In Sets up to 5 Octaves. 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(Wellingborough), 4; James Houghton (Irthlingborough), 5 ; William H. Inglesant. (Loughborough), 6 ;. Arthur R. Aldham (Barwell), 7 ; and William Willson (Leicester), tenor. “ Composed and conducted by William Willson. Umpires: J. Buttery and H. W. Abbott. “ Rev. D. Dewar, Vicar; W. B. Alcock and A.Bent, churchwardens • W. W. Thompson, tower-keeper. The Essex Association. “ ‘ Labor Omnia Vincit.’ ” The annual meeting took place at Chelmsford on Whit Monday, After the ceremony, the hymn “ O God, our help in ages past ” June 4th, when there was a fairly good attendance of members, about was sung. The whole party was then photographed. seventy. The towers of Chelmsford (10), Great Baddow, Galleywood, Widford, and Writtle (8), Springfield and Bloomfield (6) were Dedication at Laleston, Cardiff. open for ringing at intervals during the day. The usual service was held at St. Mary's ; Canon H. A. Lake, Rector, Rev. T. L. The Bishop of Llandaff on June 12th dedicated the bells of Papillon, master, and Rev. H. T. W. Eyre, hon. sec., taking part. Laleston (Bridgend) Church, which have been re-cast at a cost of over 2001. This sum has already been raised. The service was A sound and practical address was given by Canon Jephson, Vicar conducted by the Rev. David Phillips (Vicar of Newcastle), and the of St. John’s, Walworth, S.E. The business meeting followed in the Rev. L. P. Williamson, Margam (Rural Dean), acted as Chaplain to vestry-hall, Canon Lake presiding. The Master read the annual the Bishop. His lordship, having dedicated the bells, delivered an report, of which we give the following Number of members, 676, address, in which he referred feelingly to the many changes which against 700 in 1905 ; towers in union, 68, as against 66 in 1905 ; number of peals rung, 76, of these 71 were on tower bells: had taken place in that locality since the time when he was Vicar of the parish. In the evening the Rev. Henry Morris, Vicar of Llantwit London Surprise, 1; Superlative Surprise, 5; Cambridge Surprise, Major, preached. 1; Double Oxford Bob Major, 1 (by the Stansted company, the first by the Association); Double Norwich, 8 ; Treble The Middlesex County Association and London Bob Major, 10; Bob Major, 6 ; Stedman Caters, 1; Stedman Triples, 8 ; Grandsire Triples, 12; Surprise Minor, 3; Minor in Diocesan Guild. seven methods, 8 ; in four methods, 2 ; in one method, 1. Five On Saturday June 16th, 1906, in Three hours and six. minutes. were rung on handbells: Superlative Surprise, 1 ; Grandsire At the Church of St. John, Waterloo-road, S.E. Caters, 1 ; Bob Major, 2 ; Grandsire Triples, 1. Thirty-three A Peal of Superlative Surprise Major, 5,024 changes. members have acted as conductors in Association peals. In belfry Tenor 19cwt. improvement we have to record a new ring of eight at St. Mary William Foreman Treble Reuben Charge ...... 5 Magdalen, Harlow, and one of five at Pebmarsh. By death we John J. Lam b...... 2 Ernest Pye ...... 6 have lost one of the oldest, yet most recent, of our honorary members, Isaac G. Shade...... 3 James George ...... 7 the late Dean of Booking, the Very Rev. H. Carrington. The George R. Pye...... ■ 4 William Pye ...... Tenor balance-sheet now showed a sum of 61. 13s. 3|-d. in hand, with a reserve fund in the bank which now stood at 751. The report and Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by William Pye. balance-sheet was adopted, and the ofScers re-elected. Dinner The Middlesex County Association and London afterwards took place in the schoolroom. The usual votes of thanks Diocesan Guild. to the preacher, master, honorary secretary, &c., were passed at the close. On Monday, June 18th, 1906, in Three hours and sixteen minutes. A t the Church of St. James, Clerkenwell, E.C. The Record Peal. A Peal of London Surprise Major, 5,056 changes. UNVEILING OF A COMMEMORATIVE TABLET AT SOUTH Tenor 22cwt, WIGSTON. Reuben Charge...... Treble William Keeble 5 On Saturday, May 26th, a large concourse of ringers assembled Isaac G. Shade...... 2 Ernest Pye ...... 6 at St. Thomas’s Church, South Wigston, to take part in the dedica­ John J. Lam b...... 3 John R. Sharman ...... 7 tion of a commemorative tablet of a remarkable achievement on the Bertram Prewett...... 4 William Pye ...... Tenor bells by a band of ringers at the end of 1904. At four o’clock the Composed by G. Lindoff, and conducted by William Pye. service commenced with thehymn “ We love the place, O God.” This was followed by a shortened form of Evening Prayer, including Handbell Peal. Psalm cl. Then a processional hymn was sung, during which the THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION, AND LONDON choir and congregation assembled in the church porch underneath DIOCESAN GUILD. the tower. In the unavoidable absence of the Rev. D. Dewar, the Vicar of St. John the Divine, Leicester, Rev. J. H. Molesworth, M.A., On Tuesday, June 12th, 1906, in Three hours and twenty-four gave a most appropriate address to those present, and called upon minutes. the donor of the tower and bells (Mr. T. Ingram)' to unveil the tablet. At 19, Old Jewry, London, E.O. This the venerable gentleman—now in his ninety-seventh year—did A Peal of Stedman Cinques, 5,021 changes. and in his remarks said that in the old Roman days men who had the Herbert P. Harman ...... 1, 2. Ernest Pye ...... 7, 8 courage and perseverance to do what had been done on those bells William Pye ...... 3, 4 Bertram Prewett ... 9, 10 would have been acclaimed heroes. This extraordinary performance George R. Pye ...... 5, 6 Reuben Charge 11, 12; was not only a credit to the men, but to their town and county, and Composed by G. T. Daltry, and conducted by William Pye. the Latin motto should encourage others who lived after us to Umpires—J. R. Sharman and A. T. King. attempt great things, for true labour was invincible. The tablet is of Sicilian marble, with a cornice of Caen stone, on Erith, Kent. which is a recumbent woman leaning against a bell, and studying a THE KENT COUNTY ASSOCIATION. book of mathematics. The whole is upon a background of . enamelled slate, and the inscription reads as follows:— On Saturday, June 9th, 1906, in Three hours and five minutes. At the Chureh of St. John. “M id lan d C ounties A ssociation op C hangeringeks. A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major. “T o perpetuate a great achievement, this tablet is erected by 5,02.4 changes. Tenor 18cwt. public subscription. “ It was agreed to attempt a world’s record on these bells, and Edwin Barnett, junr. ...Treble Edwin Barnett, sen 5 after ringing on April 4th a trial peal of 11,008 in six hours and Arthur N. Hardy...... 2 Ernest Brett...... 6 forty-five minutes, the same band met again on Tuesday, December William Hartshorne 3 William Harper...... 7 27th, 1904, when in the space of ten hours and thirty-five minutes Joseph E. Grensted ...... ■ 4 James E. D avis ...Tenor- was accomplished the great peal of 17,104 Double Norwich Court Composed by Edgar Wightman, and Bob Major, being the longest peal of changes ever rung without conducted b3? James E. Davis. rest. Society for the Archdeaconry of Stafford. “ It was brought round true to the satisfaction of critics from all parts of the kingdom, and ably performed by these persons, whose The Annual Meeting will be held to-day (Saturday^June 23rd) names will ever be memorable in the history of change-ringing— at Lichfield. Service in the Cathedral at 4 p.m. Tea afterwards at. viz., Josiah Morris (Leicester), treble; Thomas H. Taffender Pool Walk Schools.—S. R eeves, hon. secretary, 10, Bull-street, West (London), 2 ; Charles H. Fowler (Leicester), 3 ; Thomas R. Hensher Bromwich. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.P. 1570, ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 | per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, W HITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly balances when not drawn below £100. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. Advanees made. Stocks and- Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., ren ew ed . Apply C. F. R a v e n s c b o f t , Secretary, BELLS W ITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. 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also included Mrs. W righ t; therefore he had to ask her acceptan: e of a silver gong. The Rev.,W. P. Wright returned thanks and said he could assure them that he was placed in a most difficult position to thank them in anything like adequate terms for their handsome gifts, which he gratefully accepted on behalf of himself and his wife. He sincerely hoped that friendship, kindness, and sympathy would be woven Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association. into one rope which would bind them all closer together in the bonds of brotherhood. The eighth annual meeting was held at Northallerton on Whit The Rev. R. Hodgson, secretary, said that the Rev. F. L. Perkins, Monday, June 4th. The Association embraces forty-three parishes, of Thirsk, wrote regretting his inability- to be present. and has a membership of 240. The “ ring ” available was that of The proceedings then ended. A ll Saints Parish Church (eight). Touches of Kent Treble Bob and Grandsire were rung in the morning and afternoon. Ringers were present to the number of over forty from nearly all the towers Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association. connected with the Association. A special service was held at noon, at which the Vicar took part, The Whit Monday meeting held at Bishop Auckland was attended assisted by the curate (the Rev. W. P. Wilton, B.A.). by ringers from all parts of the two dioceses ; the ringing throughout The Rev. Thomas Collins, M.A., St. Martin’s, Leeds, preached an the day at the churches of St. Andrew, Bishop Auckland, and St. instructive and interesting sermon from 1 Chronicles svi. 42, John, Shildon, was excellent in quality and striking, touches of “ Instruments for the sons of God.” London Surprise being easily accomplished. The other methods After the Rev. S. M. Thompson had pronounced the Benediction, rung were Kent and Oxford T.B. Major, Stedman and Grandsire the Middleham hand-bell ringers stepped into the Chancel and rang Triples, and Durham Surprise and Kent Minor. The committee met their hand-bells. at twelve prompt, the principal business relating to Mr. Porter's Dinner was partaken of at the Rose and Crown Hotel, presided proposal for the alteration of Rule 4, that there should be four vice- over by Mr. G. J. Clarkson, the President of the. Society, who was presidents, one of whom should be elected from any part of the two supported by the Rev. S. M. Thompson, Vicar of Northallerton ; dioceses, and the other three from three districts divided as the Rev. T. Collins, the Rev. W. P. and Mrs. Wright, the Rev. R. follows :—North District, to include places on or near or north of Hodgson, Hon. Secretary ; the Rev. R..P. Witton, and Mr. Whittle. the river Tyne ; Central District, to include places south of the The Chairman proposed “ The King, Queen, and Royal Family," Tyne as far as Bishop Auckland ; and the South District, to include which was loyally honoured by the company singing the National places south of Bishop Auckland. The matter w ill be discussed at Anthem. the annual meeting. The Chairman then proposed “ The Bishops and Clergy of the Dinner was provided at Mr. Sharp's Newgate End Cafe, forty-one Church of England.” As they knew, the Church was in a position members taking part. Mr. G. T. Potter (president) occupied the. of seeing something which was stirring the feelings of Church- chair, and was supported by the Rev. C. B. Smith, of St. Andrew's, people to their depth, and at a time like this it was prominently Messrs. C. L. Routledge, T. T. Gofton, W. Story, and W. T. Robson brought before them how much they had to depend upon those who (secretary), the vice-chair being occupied by Mr. William Sheraton. had charge of this episcopal district. He coupled with the toast the Mr. Routledge proposed a vote of thanks to the Vicars and name of the Vicar of Northallerton. wardens of the churches where the bells had been so kindly placed The Rev. S. M. Thompson said in the Cleveland and North York­ at the disposal of the ringers, which was carried with acclamation. shire Association of Bell Ringers they had a most enthusiastic body The Rev. C. B. Smith responded, stating that the Vicar was unable of men who were willing to help in every way they could for the good to be present owing to a prior engagement, and gave the ringers a of the Church. The present was a time for both the clergy and laity very hearty welcome. Six new members were elected, including in the Church of England to band together in order to maintain their the Rev. H. Stephenson, of Allendale. present position of usefulness. After dinner, several members took the opportunity, under the The Rev. T. Collins also responded, and said all clergymen should guidance of the Rev. C. B. Smith, of visiting Auckland Castle, take an interest in their bell-ringers and visit their towers, even if where they were kindly met by the Bishop of Durham, who readily it was only to look on while the ringers pulled the ropes. gave the party permission to look through the Castle and grounds. The Secretary (the Rev. R. Hodgson, of Skelton-in-Cleveland) Further ringing brought one of the most enjoyable and successful read the eighth annual report. They wished the Rev. J. S. Kyle, meetings to a close. Vicar of Carlton-in-Cleveland, every success in obtaining bells for his parish church. Nine peals had been rung during the past year, viz., at Middlesbrough (twice), West Hartlepool (twice), Sharow, The Middlesex County Association and London Ripon, Stockton, Northallerton, and Saltbum. Forty-six ringers Diocesan Guild. had taken part in these peals. Death had removed from them the On Monday, June 25th, 1906, in Three hours and seven minutes. Rev. J. K. Bealey, Vicar of Middlesbrough; Mr. Joseph Wrightson, At the Church of St. Giles-in-the-Fields, W.C. Thirsk; Mr. Richard Shuttleworth, Northallerton ; and Mr. W. A Peal of Bristol Surprise Major, 5,056 Changes. Barker, Saltb urn. A pleasant ceremony was performed when Mrs. Tenor 18cwt. Robinson unveiled a peal board, two new bells being dedicated by George R. Newton Treble Herbert P. Harman ...... 5 the Bishop of Ripon. The total receipts had been 131. 4s. 10d., and George R. Pye...... 2 William Keeble ...... 6 the expenditure 91. 9s. 5d., leaving a balance in hand on the year’s Bertram Prewett...... 3 Ernest Pye ...... 7 working of 31. 15s. 5d. Isaac G. Shade ...... 4 William Pye ...... Tenor The report and balance-sheet were adopted. The Chairman moved the election of the Rev. G. H. Cobham, Composed by Gabriel Lindoff, and conducted by William Pye. Rector of Guisborough, and Messrs. Herbert Storey and Walker Woolwich, Kent. Hodgson, of Guisborough, as members of the Association. The September meeting was fixed to be held at Catterick, the THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION AND LONDON February meeting at Stokesley, and the Easter meeting at Whitby. DIOCESAN GUILD. On the motion of Mr. W. Clarkson, seconded by Mr. Haswell, the On Saturday, June 23rd, 1906, in Two hours and fifty minutes. president, vice-presidents, secretary, and treasurer were re-elected. At the Church of St. Mary Magdalene. The Chairman said there was one function to be carried out—that A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 Changes. w'as to recognise the able work done by the Rev. W. P. Wright, as Thurstan’s Four-part. Tenor 13cwt. secretary of the Association during the first seven years of its exist­ Charles Pothecary Treble H. S. Humphrys...... 5 ence. They could not possibly think of parting with their late hon. John J. Lam b...... 2 Isaac G. Shade..., 6 secretary without giving him some recognition of the valuable William Pye ...... 3 Ernest Pye ...... 7 services he had rendered, and it was his pleasing duty to ask him George R. Pye...... 4 C. Dann ...... Tenor to accept a large and handsome silver tray for his sideboard engraven Conducted by William Pye. as follows: “ Presented to the Rev. W. P. Wright, M.A., by the Guild. members df the Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association of The Winchester Diocesan Ringers in recognition of his services as hon. secretary from its The annual festival will be held at Guildford on Monday. formation in 1898, to his appointment as Vicar of Hemingborough, July 2nd. Service at Holy Trinity at twelve noon. Preicher. :hr 1905. Northallerton, Whit Monday, 1906.” They thought that the Bishop of Dorking. Dinner at 1.30. The Bishop of Vinohastrr presentation to Mr, Wright would scarcely be complete unless they hopes to be present.— E. W. C arpen ter , Hon. Secretary. 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V icar adieu, the ringers mounted their iron steeds and rode to Long Sutton. Here a 720 of Oxford Treble Bob Minor was rung, also a 720 of Kent Treble Bob and one .of Double Oxford. They then Sielh and 33eU-9linger$. visited Fleet, Moulton, Gedney, and Whaplode, thus bringing a most successful day’s outing to a close. It is contemplated by the Rev. W. M. Blandford, Vicar of Sutton St. Nicholas, to keep the Lincoln Diocesan Guild. 300th anniversary of the birth of Dr. Bushby. of Westminster fame, who was bom at Lutton, on September 22nd. A ll ringers will E astern C ounties B ranch. receive a hearty welcome on that day. A quarterly meeting of this branch was held at Button, or Sutton St. Nicholas, on Whit Monday, and was attended by members from Society for the Archdeaconry of Stafford. Surfleet, Gosberton, Pinchbeck, Fleet, Long Sutton, Walpole, and On Saturday, June 30th, the twenty-third annual meeting of this King s Lynn, also the local band. The day’s proceedings were Association was held at Lichfield. During the afternoon various opened by ringing a six-score of Original Doubles, Rev. H. Law- members of the Society rang touches on the Cathedral bells in James (conductor) treble, W. G. Cross 2, W. Hollingworth 3, E. Grandsire and Stedman Caters, and on St. Mary's bells in Grandsire Lindford 4, J. W. Flowers tenor. This was followed by a six score and Stedman Triples, Bob Major, and Double Norwich Court Bob of Stedman Doubles, the band standing as before. Then a 720 Majoi;. The ringers attended Evensong at the Cathedral, after of Double Oxford Minor on the hand-bells. Divine service was which they adjourned to Pool Walk Schools for tea. At the annual held at the parish church at three o’clock, which was very bright, meeting which followed, Mr. J. S. Pritchett, M.A., K.C., presided. and the singing of the well-known Whitsun hymn very hearty. Letters of apology for absence were received from the Bishop of The Vicar (Rev. W. M. Blandford) gave an excellent address to the Lichfield, the Ven. Archdeacon Hodgson, the Revs. Prebendary ringers, which was listened to with marked attention. Tea was Bolton, O. W. Steele, and T. W. Wilkes. The statement of accounts provided at the Black Horse Inn. The business meeting followed, at showed a balance in hand of 141. 15s. 4d. The annual report stated which several new hon. members and ringing members were elected. that the subscriptions for the year had increased by 21. on 1904. An adjournment was then made to the tower, and the musical little The number of peals rung during the year was thirty-one, against ring of five (tenor 5 cwt.) which has recently been thoroughly twenty for the previous year. The report was adopted, on the restored by Taylor and Co., of Loughborough, were kept going in motion of Mr. W. H. Godden, seconded by Mr. Griffin. The following various methods till late in the day, After bidding the genial officers were re-elected:—Patron, the Bishop; president, the Ven.

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OUNDERS of the Ring of Bells for St. Paul’ s Cathedral, the heaviest peal of twelveF ringing bells in the world. “ This is unquestionably the grandest ringing peal in England, and, therefore, in the world.” — The late Lokd Gbimthobpe, K.C., Times, Nov. 20th, 1878. Also founders of the peals of bells at the Cathedrals of Worcester, Newcastle-on-Tyne, Edinburgh (St. Mary’s), Dublin (St. Patrick’s), Christ Church, N.Z., and Singapore. Also “ Great John ” and the ring of ten of Beverley Minster, and the ring of ten at the Imperial Institute. Also the hells of Dundalk R. C. Cathedral, and “ Great Bede ” of Downside Abbey. Also for the Town Halls of Manchester, Preston, Bradford, Halifax, Rochdale, Wakefield, Middles­ brough, Kendal, and Londonderry, and the Sydney and Adelaide Post Offices in Australia. Also the chime of hells at Ames College, Iowa, U.S.A., and the recast “ Grandison ” ot Exeter Cathedral.

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R. Hodgson; clerical lion, secretary and treasurer, the Rev. F. The Cleveland Wheat Bell. Tennison; and lay Ron. secretary, Mr. S'. Reeves. The Rev. W. Perhaps few church schemes have aroused so much interest as Solty, of West Bromwich, and the Rev. O. W. Steele were re-elected that instituted by the Rev. J. L. Kyle (Vicar of Carlton-in-Cleveland) on the committee, and the Rev. T. W. Wilkes was elected in the to procure one of a ring of bells by means of bushels of wheat given place of the Rev. W. J. Milligan, Wolverhampton. The next quar­ by the farmers. Thanks to the kindly feeling towards this “ farming terly meetings were arranged to be held at Wombourne, Stafford, parson,” as he has come to be known, sufficient corn has been sent and West Bromwich, and the annual meeting at Lichfield. Upon and promised to purchase one of the ring of eight bells. It is to be the motion of Mr. R. Small, seconded by Mr. W. H. Godden, Mr. J. E. known as “ the wheat bell,” and a roll is to be placed in the parish Groves was elected ringing master. At the close of the ordinary chest containing the names on vellum of all those who have sub­ business a presentation of a handsome gold-mounted umbrella, scribed. suitably inscribed, and a purse of twelve guineas, was made to Mr. Presteign. S. Reeves, in recognition of his having completed twenty-one years of office as hon. lay secretary to the Association. Recently a meeting was held in the Parish-room to consider the question of re-hanging the church bells, as they were not at present New Ring of Bells at Anstey, Leicester. in a fit state to be rung in peal, The Rev. H. L. Kewley presided over a large attendance. On the motion of Dr. Debenham it was The three new bells which have been added to complete the decided to re-hang the bells, and the work will be put in hand as octave, and hung in a new iron frame on steel girders, were dedicated speedily as possible. on Saturday, June 9th. The ceremony took place at 3 p.m.; every available seat in the church was filled. The service commenced The Society of Royal Cumberland Youths. with a processional hymn. This was followed by the usual prayers, On Saturday, June 30th, 1906, in Three hours and two minutes. and Psalms xeviii., cl. After the augmented choir had rendered the A t the Church of St. Saviour, Walthamstow. Gloria from Mozart’s Twelfth Mass, the Bishop of Leicester gave an A Peal of London Surprise Major, 5,024 changes. address on universal versus national religions, comparisons being Tenor 16cwt. drawn between the various religions of the nations of the world, George B. Lucas Treble Ernest S. Poll ...... 5 most of which tended towards deifying the head of the State, and John H. Benstead ...... 2 George A. Card ...... 6 Christianity, which, when pursued, both in the spirit and the letter, William Shimmans ...... 3 James Parker ...... 7 must result in the uplifting of each individual soul. The Bishop James Saxby ...... 4 Thomas Card...... Tenor then dwelt upon the power of music, and the mission of bells in Composed by Frederick Dench, and conducted by James Parker. ' particular. After the sermon, the dedication took place in the Rung as a farewell peal to the Vicar, who was inducted that day belfry, now on the ground floor, and the service concluded with a to the living of Epping, also as a birthday compliment to Messrs. special hymn. G. B. Lucas and T. Card, the band wishing them many happy The ringing arrangements were placed in the hands of Mr. returns of the day. William Willson, of St. John the Divine, Leicester, and a band of Fleet, Lincolnshire. twelve ringers from Leicester and district, including five “ world’s record peal ” men, rang musical touches of “ Grandsire and Stedman THE LINCOLN DIOCESAN GUILD Triples ” as the congregation left the church. After the public tea (E astern C ounties B ranch). in the parish-room, eight ringing members returned to the tower, On Thursday, June 21st, 1906, in Three hours and fifteen minutes. and attempted a full “ major” peal of 5,024 changes. This was At the Church of St. Mary Magdalene. successfully brought round within three hours, and the first peal A Peal of Minor, 5,040 changes—two 720’s each of Oxford Treble upon the bells was an accomplished fact. Bob and Double Oxford and three of Plain Bob. Tenor 15ewt. Beckington, Somerset, Arthur V. Hillman Treble John B . Hallifax...... 4 RESTORATION OF THE CHURCH TOWER AND BELLS. Rev. C. J. Sturton 2 George R. Truss...... 5 Harry V. Fletcher 3 Robert Jarvis...... Tenor This ancient and interesting old Norman tower dates from the eleventh century (1050-1080). It originally stood in a central posi­ Conducted by Robert Jarvis. tion, between nave and chancel, but when the church was rebuilt in Rung as a birthday compliment to the Rev. C. J. Sturton. the Perpendicular period western towers were the fashion, so the Guiseley, Yorkshire. church was rebuilt to the east of the tower. In 1678 the south and west walls of the belfry were taken down and rebuilt in a very THE YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION. unsatisfactory manner. It is proposed to restore these two walls to On Saturday, June 23rd, 1906, in Two hours and forty-five minutes. correspond with the east and north walls. The turret also has. A t the Church of St. Oswald. . separated from the tower, and its tone roof is very dilapidated. A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. Three of the six bells are cracked, and all the framing and fittings Sir A, P. Heywood’s Transposition of Thurstan’s Four-part. must be new. About six years ago the Rector, the Rev. T. H. Tenor lOJcwt. Langford Sainsbury, set himself the great task of collecting the *Alfred Hardwick Treble ; George Barraclough ...... 5 sum which the diocesan architect estimated would be necessary for Arthur Stokoe 2 ! Frederick W. Dixon ...... 6 restoring the tower and bells. Last Easter he was able to announce *Thomas Murrey .... 3 i William Child...... 7 that he had succeeded in getting nearly the whole of the amount John B. Jackson 4 J David York...... Tenor required. They propose having a full ring of eight bells—instead Conducted by Frederick W. Dixon. of six as at present—and, if the funds allow, to have a chiming * First peal. apparatus attached as well. The ancient Norman face of the tower is to be disturbed as little as possible, and the work is to be done Brecon. from the inside. On May 30th, at St. Mary’s, a Quarter Peal, 1,260 changes, of Grandsire Triples, in forty-four minutes :—S. Watkins, 1 ; W. Evans Norwich Diocesan Association. (conductor), 2; G. Giblin, 3 ; S. Brooks, 4; F. Stedmau, 5; W. RE-HANGING AND OPENING AT CRATFIELD. Hargest, 6 ; G. Hardwick, 7 ; C. Powell, 8 . On June 12th another Quarter Peal, 1,260 changes, of Grandsire Triples, in forty-five For several years the bells at Cratfield Chureh have been in such minutes -S. Watkins, 1; S. Brooks, 2 ; G, Giblin, 3 : F. Stedman, a condition that it has been unsafe to ring them. The church­ 4; G. Hardwick, 5 ; W. Hargest, 6 ; W. Evans (conductor), 7 ; D, wardens resolved to try and raise funds to have the bells thoroughly Price, 8. restored, and succeeded so well that the funds collected and pro­ Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association. mised enabled them to place the order with Messrs. H. Bowell and Son, bell-founders, of Ipswich. The bells have been quarter-turned, At Northallerton, on Whit Monday, June 4th, 504 Stedman working on new crown staples, and all new stocks* wheels, stays, Triples:—G. J. Clarkson, 1; J. G. Hall, 2; W. Newton, 3 ; T. slides,and steel gudgeons, working on new bearings, have been fixed. Metcalfe, 4; A. W. Barrett, 5; J. Brettell, 6 ; T. Stephenson (con­ The framework has been strengthened with bolts and plates. Mem­ ductor), 7i; E. Burnett, 8. And 504 Grandsire Triples W. Newton, bers from various places assembled on Thursday, and rang several 1; T. Metcalfe (conductor), 2; J. Barnett, 3; A. W. Barrett, 4; J. touches of 720. In the evening a special service was held, and a Waller, 5; the Rev. W. P. Wright, 6 ; W. Thompson, 7; H. sermon was preached by Canon Raven, of Fressingfield. There Stevenson, 8. Also 240 Kent Treble Bob Minor :—A. Pe acock, 1 ; A. was a large congregation. The service was conducted by the Vicar, Parish 2; G. Handley, 3; J. Barnett, 4; W. Thompson, 5; T. the Rev. A. Griffith. Metcalfe, 6. And some touches of Kent Treble Bob Major. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2J per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, W HITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, 8c., renewed.

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adopted, and the balance-sheet presented. This showed a deficit of 81. 0s. id. on the general account, but a balance in hand of 251. 15s. on the Special Purposes Fund—an increase of 51. 9s. The re-election of the president and master was carried with enthusiasm, and the hon. secretary then announced that with great regret he would have to resign his office, and he would like to propose for the office a business man, a ringer, and one who he was sure would do the work The Winchester Diocesan Guild. well—namely, Mr. H. White, of Basingstoke. (Applause.) The Annual Festival took place at Guildford on Monday, July 2nd. The Rev. C. E. Matthews and the President also expressed regret The Bishops of Winchester and Dorking attended the gathering. at the news the hon. secretary had imparted, particularly in view of The two Guildford towers of St. Nicholas (10) and Holy Trinity (8) circumstances which made it necessary. were open for ringing in the morning. At noon all assembled at After discussion, the Rev. E. W. Carpenter consented to continue Holy Trinity Church, where the special form of service approved office for a few weeks longer with the assistance of Mr. H. White, by the Bishop for the use of the .Guild was said. The two Bishops until the committee have time to secure, if possible, some clergyman took part, and the other clergy present were the Revs.. A. R. to take the office. Mr. White was re-elected auditor, and the five Wiseman (Seale), hon. Chaplain of the Guild ; E. W. Carpenter hon. members on the committee were re-elected to that body. The (Thorpe), hon. secretary; C. E. Matthews (Bursledon, Southampton), Rev. A. R. Wiseman was re-elected hon. Chaplain. Mrs. Stilwell Master; G. Dandridge, C. E. Nuttall, and A. B. Gwynn. The was elected, amid applause, a life member of the Guild, and Mr. service was conducted by the Rev. C. E. Nuttall, and the special C. E. D. Boutfiower was also elected a member of the Association. Lesson, taken from Colossians iii., was read by the Rev. A. R. The next annual meeting was fixed to take place at Winchester on Wiseman. June 8th. The sermon was preached by the Bishop of Dorking, who took Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire. his text from 1 Peter iv. 10, “ According as each hath received a A thanksgiving service was held on Thursday, June 14th, at St. gift, minister it among yourselves as good stewards of the manifold Giles’s, Upper Gravenhurst, for the re-opening of the bells, which grace of God.” The Benediction was pronounced by the Bishop of had not been rung for many years. The firm of II. Bowell and Winchester. Son, Ipswich, did the work of re-casting, re-hanging, and quarter- After the service, two boards, recently erected in Holy Trinity turning of the bells, which had become so dilapidated as to be unfit tower, one recording the first peal of Superlative Surprise Major for use, the cost of which amounted to 1011. The service began rung in the diocese by a resident company, and the other the first with a “ Pastoral symphony ” from “ The Rolling Seasons.” The peal in the same method in the diocese by eight members of one Rector (the Rev. T. Collisson) read the first part of the service, and branch, were unveiled by the Bishop of Winchester. Mr. Chorley the State prayers were read by the Rev. T. F. Williams, Vicar of then presented to Mr. E. Foster a framed photograph of the ringers Silsoe. The Rev. L. H. Postgate (Shillington) read the First Lesson who took part in the peal rung by the Holy Trinity branch, in (Numbers x.) and the Rev. John Pycock (Clifton) the Second (Reve­ recognition of his kindness in presenting the board. Mr. Foster lations xiv.). The hymns were “ O Jerusalem, the blissful,” briefly expressed his thanks, and in the presence of the Bishop and “ When sweetly from yon hallowed tower,” “ Ring out the false, several ladies who had witnessed the unveiling, a course of Super­ the sere, and cold,” and “ Now thank we all our God.” The anthem, lative Surprise Major was rung by eight of the ringers -who had sung by the choir, was Bunnett’s “ I f ye love Me, keep My com­ taken part in the peals recorded. mandments.” The dedication ceremony was performed by the Ven. The annual luncheon followed at the County Hall, a company Archdeacon Bathurst, who started the bells, after which a short numbering about one hundred sitting down, under the presidency touch was rung. The sermon was preached by the Archdeacon, of the Bishop of Winchester. The ladies present included Mrs. who took for his text, “ Redeeming the time, because the days are Steedman, who is hon. secretary of the Basingstoke district, and the evil ” (Ephes. v. 16). The five bells weigh respectively 5cwt.. Misses A. and D. White, of Basingstoke, who were the first ladies to 5cwt. 3qr., 6cwt. 2qr., 8cwt. lqr., and lOewt. 2qr. The first, second, ring peals on church bells. After lunch, the toast of “ The K in g ” and fourth bells have the initials “ M. G." on them, which stand for was honoured, and the President then proposed that of “ The Miles Gray, a celebrated bell-caster of Colchester in the seventeenth Bishop,” who, in reply, said he was extremely pleased to be able to century. The third bell bears the inscription, “ Richard Chandler fulfil the promise he made some months ago to attend the meeting, made me, 1693,” and the tenor has on it the words, “ William because he considered that the Guild was a very important branch Emmerton, of Wootton, made me, 1772 ; Joseph Crawley, church­ of diocesan work, and where an important branch of diocesan work warden.” An interesting feature of the restored bells is the intro­ had its annual meeting there, if possible, the Bishop should from duction of coins, bearing the dates given above, which have been time to time make it his business to be. He was anxious, and he cast with them. knew that the Bishop of Dorking and the Bishop of Southampton were anxious, to seize every possible opportunity of showing their Handbell Peal. sympathy with and their gratitude towards all loyal Church-workers. (Applause.) THE ANCIENT SOCIETY OF COLLEGE YOUTHS. The Rev. A. R. Wiseman proposed the health of the Bishop of On Wednesday, July 4th, 1906, in Two hours and twenty-nine Dorking. minutes. The Bishop of Dorking, in reply, said if three or four hours’ At the residence of Mr. R. A. Daniell, Chiswick, W. work made a man into a ringer, he would not grudge the time for A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. the honour of qualifying, but he had too high an opinion of the art Thurstan's Four-part. to suppose that any time that he could afford to give would make him into a ringer now, unless he were to neglect his other duties. Rev. A. H. F. Boughey 1, 2 I Challis F. Winney... 5, 6 (A Voice: “ It’s not too late yet, sir.”) (Laughter.) He always made George N. Price ...... 3, 4 j William T. Cockerill 7, 8 a point of going into the tower whenever he visited a church to Conducted by Challis F. Winney. attend a service, if time permitted. (Applause.) Umpires, Messrs. W. E. Garrard and H. Dains. Mr. Foster proposed “ Prosperity to the Winchester Diocesan Witness, Mr. R. A. Daniell. Guild of Change-Ringers.” It was evident from the report that the Guild had life, and was advancing towards the attainment of its Hillingdon, Middlesex. object—that every band in the diocese should be affiliated to the THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION AND Guild. That, of course, had not yet been done, but progress -was LONDON DIOCESAN GUILD. real, and there appeared to be much enthusiasm on the part of all. The report also recorded that fifty-five peals were rung in the year— On Saturday July 7th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-nine minutes. twenty-five more than in the previous year. It showed, also, that At the Church of St. Andrew. there were sixty-seven towers in union, with 667 performing members. A Peal of Superlative Surprise Major, 5,056 changes. The Rev. E. W. Carpenter, whose name was coupled with the Tenor 13cwt. toast, said in two years they had added 100 members and ten towers. Maurice F. R. Hibbert...Treble ! Bertram Prewett...... 5 The increase of membership, however, meant increased expense, Isaac G. Shade...... 2 Reuben Charge ...... 6 and he appealed to the loeal secretaries to do their best to secure John J. Lam b...... 3 Ernest Pye ...... 7 honorary members. George R. Pye...... ,...... 4 | William Pye ...... Tenor The annual business meeting followed, Mr. J. P. Stilwell, J.P., Composed by Charles Henry Hattersley, and presiding. The report, summarised by previous speakers, was conducted by George R. Pye. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.P. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2 i per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, W HITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly 3 when not drawn below £100. Belfries inspected in Town or Country. Advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. 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1 .Wilkinson, of Bradford-on-Tone (Bishop in Northern and Centra Europe). The bells originally numbered five ; they have been recast into a fine-toned ring of six of the following weights :— Treble, 5 cw t.; second, 6 cw t.; third, 6| cw t.; fourth, I cwt.; fifth, 9 cwt. ; tenor (F sharp), 12J cwt., and rehung in a new frame by Mr. Sully of Stogumber. Two oi* the bells are inscribed, the fifth having engraven upon it, “ Omnes patres confessores orate pro The Bishop of Worcester on Church Bells. nobis," while the tenor hell bears the words, “ Ave Maria, orate pro Recently the Bishop of Worcester visited Shelsley Beauchamp, a nobis.” The cost of this work was about 2501. The Rector intoned little Worcestershire village in the Valley of the Teme, and held a the opening prayers, and Psalm cxxii. was chanted. Then the Confirmation in the morning, and re-dedicating a ring of bells at churchwardens requested the Bishop to dedicate the bells to the the ancient church of A ll Saints in the afternoon. The church was glory of God and to the use of the church. This the Bishop did, restored many years ago by the late Canon Melville, of which parish and after the bells had been rung further prayers were offered, and he was Rector'before he was preferred to the adjoining parish of Psalm cl. was sung. After the hymn “ A ll people that on earth do Witley. The bells were cast at the end of the eighteenth century dwell "had been sung, the Bishop gave an address, founding an by Rudhall, of Gloucester, who was famous for the rings he pro­ able sermon on the words, “ By the waters of Babylon we sat down duced. A year or so ago the bells were found to be in an insecure and "wept when we remembered thee, O Zion” (Psalm cxxxvii. 1). state, and a fund was raised for re-hanging them and providing all After the address, during the singing of the hymn “ Now thank we the necessary surroundings. The Bishop proceeded to the tower all our God,” a collection was taken on behalf of the belfry fund, after Evensong, and dedicated the bells, and offered special prayers. and 51. 10s. was realised. The Bishop next pronounced the Bene­ A short touch was then rung, and the Bishop then returned to the diction, and the recessional hymn “ Onward Christian soldiers” chancel, and gave an address on the dedication of the hells. concluded the. service. The Milverton ringers, captained by Mr. There ■ were, he thought, no accessories of Divine worship Robert Scott, afterwards rang a 120 Stedman Doubles. so popular in England as our church bells. He said. in England, because though on the Continent there were The Saffron Walden Festival. very beautiful bells, yet bell-ringing was an English practice. The Saffron Walden Society of Change-Ringers celebrated its The Christians of the first three centuries had no chance of receiving 283rd anniversary on Wednesday, June 27th. There were very few a public summons to the exercise of their faith, and it was an upper visitors this year, which was explained by the fact that hay-making room with locked door, or in the gloomy catacombs, that the early was later than usual. Christians met to call on the name of their God. But when the time of Constantine came there was a calling together of Chris­ There was a short service in the parish church at one o’clock, the tian assemblies by the clanging of resonant wood from the Revs. R. W. Merrett and G. F. Hart officiating. The Rev. A. H. F. buildings where they met. A Bishop of the fifth century insti­ Boughey, of Trinity College, Cambridge, preached from the text, tuted bell-ringing at churches. Prom that time the ringing of “ That they may be one, eyen as we are one ” (St. John xvii. 21). church bells had, certainly been much in men’s minds, and been Change-ringing, he said, could not he done unless the ringers were associated with the ceremonies of religion and the events of human filled with a sense of the spirit of unity, in the same way, though in life. His prayer was that as those beautiful bells sent out their a far less degree, as they saw it in the Heavenly Kingdom. Those sounds they might help to call people to the higher life, and tell who did not understand a peal of Grandsire thought the ringers them that, beautiful as were the materials around them, they would were in hopeless confusion, but it was far from that. Each ringer was doing exactly that which he ought to do, and it was because pass away. there was skill, and patience, and unity in their work that the Re^dedication and Opening at Fitzhead, beautiful effect which was desired was produced. He asked them to Som erset. employ that unselfish unity of purpose in every action of life. It On Thursday, June 28th, the belfry of the parish church was was now over 280 years ago when this noble and famous Society of reopened, and the bells re-dedicated by the. Right Rev. Bishop Change-Ringers was started. He did not know the history of its

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and Chufcb-workers. The Chairman next gave the toast of “ The Guild,” saying that, being no ringer himself, he had no idea of the kind of gathering he was going to meet. He showed his appreciation by offering to become an honorary member, coupling with the toast the name of the Master. The Master, rising to respond, was received with great enthusiasm, saying that he had been elected that day for the twenty-fifth time, and would, as long as able, do all The Oxford Diocesan Guild. he possibly could for the benefit of the Guild. The Master, rising The Annual Festival was held at Henley-on-Thames on Monday, again, said he had a very pleasant duty to perform. It was to July 16th. The proceedings started with a peal of Stedman Triples present, on behalf of the Henley ringers, a splendid barometer to in the morning, conducted by the master, the Rev. F. E. Robinson. Mr. A. E. Reeves, the Assistant-Secretary, bearing the following At noon there was a large number of members present at the inscription :—“ Presented to Mr. A. E. Reeves hy the Henley Church service, which was held in the parish church. The service was read Bell-ringers, July 16th, 1906," for instructions given to them in the by the Rector, the Rev. Canon Maul. The Lesson was taken from art of change-ringing. Mr. Reeves, receiving the present, said he the 12th chapter of Romans, and was read by the Rev. 0. Aylen. did not know how to thank his Henley friends for the nice present The hymn “ Angel voices ever singing” was sung before the which lay before him. He certainly felt more nervous at receiving sermon, which was by the Rev. E. D. Shaw, Vicar of High that than he would be in the belfry instructing them in the noble Wycombe, Bucks, taking his text from Corinthians xii. 4. He art of change-ringing. But in a very few words he most humbly pointed out that the feeblest of our limbs were of great use to us. thanked them, and said that it would be very useful to^ him. _ Canon He also reminded us to keep in tune, so that we might take part in Blagdon then said they would not leave that building without a the great peal the Master was preparing. At the end of the sermon, word of thanks to the Rector of Henley and the preacher (the Rev. “ O God, our help in ages past ” was sung, followed by the Benedic­ E. D. Shaw), the choir, and the organist, for their assistance tion from the Rector. The business meeting was next held in the rendered that day. The Rector and the Rev. E. D. Shaw briefly Church Institute, the master being in the chair. The officers were responded, the former saying it gave him very great pleasure to all re-elected, with the exception of two of the committee, who had welcome the Guild to Henley that day, The Rev. R. H. Hart-Davis gone to foreign lands, the Revs. Palmer and Freeborne being elected then proposed a vote of thanks to the chairman. The members then in their places. Business over, the members adjourned to the Town- dispersed, some taking the advantage of ringing in Henley, others hall for lunch, the chair being taken by Archibald Brakespear, going to Hambledon, Marlow, Shiplake, and Sonning, others taking Esq., C.C., being supported by the master and the hon. secretary. advantage of the splendid reach of water which flows through that Other members present were the following reverend gentlemen :— popular boating town. Revs. F. E. Robinson (master), R. H. Hart-Davis (hon. secretary), St. Andrew's Society, Rugby. C. W. O. Jenkyn (deputy-master), Canon Maul, Canon Blagdon^ G. F. Coleridge, E. Broome, R. P. Newhouse, C. J. W. Old, J. L. The Annual Outing of this Society took place on Saturday, Challis, C. Aylen, McDougal, E. D. Shaw; Messrs. A. E. Reeves July 7th, when a most enjoyable trip was made to Oxford. (assistant-secretary), A. W. Osborne, J. F. Barlow, F. W. Booth, On arrival the party were met by fhe veteran Mr. Charles and W. Appleby (branch secretaries).. Others, too numerous to Hounslow, and, a brake being in readiness, a drive was made to mention, came from Reading, Wokingham, Marlow, Hambledon, Lane Appleton, Berks, where, by the kind permission of the Rector, the End, Hurst, Stone, Boyne Hill, Aldermaston, Inglefield, Theale, High bells of the. Parish Church—a fine ring of ten—were placed at the Wycombe, Compton, Abingdon, Mortimer, East Hagborn, Witney, disposal of the ringers for the morning. Tilehurst, &c. The Chairman gave the toast of “ The Church and A touch of 504 Grandsire Caters was rung by the following State,” basing his remarks upon all ringers by loyal Churchmen A. L. Coleman, 1; R. Watson, 2; J. B. Fenton, 3 (conductor); F. ESTMINSTER CITY SCHOOL CHURCH OF ENGLAND TRAVEL GUILD. R E O P E N S September 12th. Thorough modern,W education. Preparation for all examinations. 1, The Chapter House, St. Paul’s Churchyard, E.C.

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Tubb, 4 ; H. O. White, 5 ; C. Hounslow, 6 A. Dubber, 7; A. J. The London County Association. Hessian, 8 ; A. Bramall, 9 ; G. Holifield, 10. On returning to Oxford, the party dined at 44, High-street. In L a t e t h e S t . J a m e s ’s S o c ie ty the afternoon several of the famous colleges were visited, and the (a n d t h e S t . M a r g a r e t ’s S o c ie t y , W e s t m in s t e r ). splendours of the Royal River were revealed by row to Iffley. On Saturday, July 21st, 1906, in Three hours and twenty-four After tea a move was made to Christ Church Cathedral to meet minutes. some members of the Oxford Society, and touches of Grandsire At the Church of St. James, Clerkenwell, B.C. Caters and a course of Cinques were rung by the two Societies, this A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,024 changes. being the first time many of the Rugbeans had heard twelve bells. Tenor 22 cwt. A-pleasant evening was spent by all at 44, High-street; the tune- William Weatherstone Treble Arthur N. Hardy 5 playing^ on the handbells by Messrs. Hessian, White, Fenton, and Horatio Gummer, jun. .... 2 William H. Hollier.,...... 6 Sear being much appreciated by the company. Frederick G. Perrin ...... 3 Frederick Holden ...... 7 The quartette then joined Messrs. Coleman, George, C. and S. Walter G. Matthews ...... 4 James E. Davies Tenor Hounslow in courses of Bob Major, Grandsire and Stedman Triples, Composed by Edgar Wightman, and conducted by James E. Davis. and Grandsire Caters. Rung on the anniversary of the Vicar’s birthday. Votes of thanks were then moved by Mr. A. L. Coleman to Mr. T. Payne, of Merton College, Mr. G. Holifield, of Appleton, and to the Stockton-on-Tees, Durham. ringing-master and hon. secretary of the Oxford Society. CLEVELAND AND NORTH YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION. The party safely returned to Rugby, after having thoroughly On Friday, July 13th, 1906, in Three hours and twenty minutes. enjoyed the pleasant time spent in one of the finest cities of Europe. At the Parish Church. A Peal of Grandsire Caters, 5,130 changes. W icken . Tenor 27;)cwt. in D flat. DEDICATION AND UNVEILING OF PRESENTATION C. J. Clarkson...... Treble [ J. AV. Newton ...... 6 TABLET. AV. H. Stephenson ...... 2 i W. Newton ...... 7 On Saturday, July 7th, a very pleasant function took place at *K. Alcock...... 3 | A. AV. Barratt...... 8 AVicken Church, the occasion being the dedication and unveiling of f J. Baxter ...... 4 [ T. Stephenson...... 9 a memorial tablet, to commemorate the first successful peal rung by +J. Mumford...... 5 T. Metcalfe...... Tenor the Wicken ringers, on Saturday, November 4th, 1905, and consisted Composed by H. Booth and conducted by T. Stephenson. of 5,040 changes of Grandsire and Antelope Doubles. The time Rung as a birthday compliment to Mr. J. Mills, J.P., of Newham occupied was two hours and fifty-nine minutes. The tablet was Hall, on the completion of his eightieth year, whose New Year’s given by Mr. James Slarke, of Towcester, the founder of the Tow- donation in 1899 enabled the subscription-list for the ten bells to be cester and District Association. It is a very handsome piece of closed. work, being executed in black and gold, and measuring some four Owing to the removal, during the peal, of the scaffolding from the feet by three feet, and bearing the following inscription:—“ The tower window, which has been restored, but not yet glazed, the peal Towcester and District Association of Bellringers. On Saturday, was rung under considerable difficulties. November 4th, 1905, a Peal of Grandsire and Antelope Doubles, 5,040 * First peal on ten bells, f First peal of Grandsire Caters. changes, was rung on these bells in two hours fifty-nine minutes by J First peal. the following members :—George Green (treble), Charles J. Tyrrell The London County Association. (second), Joseph E. H. Read (third), Richard Nichols (fourth), Joseph Dead (fifth), Frederick Cashmere (tenor); tenor 18cwt.; conducted (L a t e t h e S t . J a m e s ’s S o c ie t y .) by Joseph Read. This is the first peal by the above Association, It is desired to draw attention to the fact that the above Associa­ also the first peal on the bells. This tablet was given by Jas. Slarke, tion meets every alternate Monday at St. Clement Danes’, Strand, of Towcester, as founder of the Association, to commemorate the for united practice from 7.45 to 9.45 p.m. Next Monday, July 30th, first peal. The Rev. William S. Andrews, Rector ; Philip F. Ridge­ also on the first Sunday in each month, to ring for Morning Service way and George Verey, churchwardens.” at 10 a.m. A ll ringers will be made welcome.—T. H. T a f f e n d e r , In the afternoon they rang 360 Grandsire Doubles, after which a hon. secretary, 1, Budge Row, E.C. special service of dedication was held, at which the Rector and Canon Hulbert (Towcester) officiated, the latter gentleman preaching a very The Leeds and District Society. appropriate sermon, in which he spoke glowingly of the beauty of A monthly ringing meeting will be held on Saturday, July 28th, sound and harmony when employed in the service of God. The at Rothwell. Bells (8) available from 2.30 p.m. Business meeting preacher paid a tribute to the giver of the tablet which they were at 7 p.m.— F. R. B a r r a c l o u g h , Hon. Secretary. there to dedicate, alluding to it as a striking tribute for the example of those who were to come after. He also spoke of the honour and Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association. privilege it was to the ringers to be able to employ their skill in A general meeting w ill be held at Houghton-le-Spring, on Satur­ calling people to the service of God, and trusted they might be spared day, August 4th. Tea at Mr. Bell’s restaurant at five o'clock.— to perform their good work for some time to come. AA7il l ia m T. R obson, Hon. Secretary, 24, Ingleby-ierrace, Sunder­ At the conclusion of the service the ministers, ringers, and con­ land. gregation proceeded to the belfry, where Canon Hulbert, after read­ ing two special prayers of dedication, unveiled the tablet, and in a A successful Festival of Parish Choirs has been held at A ll few appropriate remarks expressed the pleasure he was sure the Saints’ Church, Evesham, when fourteen choirs attended, mustering ringers felt at the beautiful gift before them. Mr. Joseph Read 307 voices, with fourteen clergy. The service was intoned by the thanked Mr. Slarke on behalf of himself and his colleagues for his Rural Dean (the Rev. J. M. AValker, Vicar of Evesham), who was present. Mr. Slarke, in acknowledging the various speakers’ remarks, secretary of the festival committee. The Magnificat and Nunc said the giving of the tablet had been a very great and real pleasure Dimittis were sung to J. H. Maunder in G. There were two to him. He congratulated the ringers upon their achievement, and anthems, S. S. AAresley’s “ O Lord, my God,” and Sir John Goss's hoped they would go on and do even better. After the unveiling “ O taste and see,” the verse part in the latter, as well as in the the ringers, assisted by Mr. Slarke, and Mr. F, Hopper, of the Magnificat, being taken by the Evesham A ll Saints’ Choir. The Northants Central Association and instructor to the Towcester sermon was preached by the Rev. George Arbuthnot, A'icar of Association, rang several courses of Bob Minor. Stratford-on-Avon. The Rev. AV. C. Allsebrook, Vicar of Badsey, was an efficient conductor and Mr. A. M. Slatter, A.R.C.O., organist W o rc e ste r. of A ll Saints’, Evesham, accompanied. The attempt to improve choir-singing by annual festivals in this district has been received On Sunday, July 8th, at the Cathedral for Morning Service 396 of with much favour by choirs and clergy. Grandsire .Caters—J. Hill, 1; A. AV. Flowers, 2 ; AV. C. Jones, 3 ; J. H. AArhite, 4 ; F. A7iles, 5; A. Hill, 6 ; G. Checketts (conductor), It has been arranged that the meetings of the St. Davids Diocesan 7 ; E. AVatkins, 8 ; J. R. Newman, 9 ; AV. G. AVayte, 10. Also at St. Conference are to be held at Llanelly on October 9th and 10th, and Helen’s, for Evening Service, 1,260 changes of Grandsire Triples in to be preceded by a service on the first day at A ll Saints’ Church forty-three minutes—J. Morris, 1; A. AV. Flowers, 2; T. Lane, 3 ; with a sermon by the Bishop of Chester. The subjects to be dis­ AV, C. Jones, 4 ; F. Viles, 5 ; J. Pardoe, 6 ; J. H. AVhite (conductor), cussed are—“ The Value of the Church to the Religious Life of 7; T. AVatkins, 8. Messrs. AA7hite, Flowers, and Viles are from AVales; ” “ The Present Position of the Education B ill; ” “ The Coventry. Representative Church Council.”

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J. Mulligan, sixth; A. Windsor, seventh; S. F. Palmer, eighth B . Thorp, ninth; IV. Burgar, tenth; F. Woodhead, eleventh; S Booth, tenor. On descending, we found the company had been strengthened by more ringing friends from Glossop, Hyde, Pendleton, Manchester, Hayfield, &c. A group photograph of the whole gathering was then taken in the churchyard by Mr. George Holmes. Our friend Mr. S. Heavy Woollen D’strict Association. Wood havin g kindly informed us that tea would be provided for all HALF-YEARLY MELTING AT ALMONDBURY. at their meeting-house, hearty as had been the welcome, it was not until we entered the tea-room that we fully realised to what extent The meeting was arranged to take place on Saturday, July 14th, our Ashton friends had gone to entertain us. When all had gone at the Radcliffe Arms, at five o’clock, but prior to the meeting the their “ full extent ’’ and the inevitable “ that's all ” declared, Mr. custom of welcoming the delegates was fully observed by the C. H. Hattersley rose and said he could not let the occasion pass following well-known ringers ascending the tower of A ll Saints’ without showing appreciation for the magnificent wa y in which they Church, and ringing two long courses of Kent Treble Bob :— 1. W. had been entertained by the Ashton ringers that day. The present Idle (Dewsbury) ; 2. John Jenkinson (Almondbury) ; 3. J.W. Lang gathering was not the first that had taken place, and he hoped it (Liversedge) ; 4. S.Goodall (Liversedge); 5. F. Schofield (Lindley) ; would not be the last, as such meetings, which dated as far back as 6. J. Barrowclough (Huddersfield); 7. J. Garforth (Dewsbury) ; 8. 120 years ago, were a matter of local history to the ringers in the G. Taylor (Dewsbury). Tenor, 18cwt. respective towns, and this friendship had existed right up to the present There was a capital attendance at the meeting, over which the time. He was very pleased to see some of the old Ashton faces President (Mr. S. Goodall, Liversedge) presided. Delegates were present, especially his esteemed friend, Mr. Jos. Gillott. In tendering present from Dewsbury, Batley, Batley Oarr, Liversedge, Mirfield, the visitors’ best thanks, Mr. Hattersley mentioned that when next Huddersfield, Lindley, Almondbury, &c. the Ashton ringers visited Sheffield no effort would be spared to The Secretary (Mr. W. Idle) said he was pleased to tell them that return the compliment in as hearty and generous a manner as had the Yicar and churchwardens of Dewsbury had very kindly given been shown them that day. Mr. S. Thomas, in supporting, said he permission for the Society to hold its annual contests upon eight had pleasure in endorsing what Mr. Hattersley had just said. bells at Dewsbury, for the handsome challenge cup. Mr. G. Hirst reported that the Yicar of Batley had most readily In repty Mr. S. Wood said it was a great pleasure to the Ashton given his permission for a six-bell contest to be held at Batley. The company to have the Sheffield ringers amongst them once more, as bells were in splendid order, and he suggested that the date should they had always found them good and sociable fellows, and they in be Batley Feast Saturday, September 15th. _ their turn had always been well treated at Sheffield. In thanking It was unanimously resolved that the six-bell contest take place Mr. Hattersley for his kind remarks, he would say that his colleagues on the date suggested, and the eight-bell contest at Dewsbury one greatly appreciated the visit, and they had as much pleasure in month later. entertaining as their guests had in receiving. In corroborating, Mr. G. Longden said he was pleased to see so many friends. Sheffielders at Ashton-under-Lync. A return was then made to the towTer, where a course of Treble On Saturday, July 14th, the members of the St. Peter’s Society, Twelve and Treble Ten was rung by mixed bands, whilst a small Sheffield, and a few friends, had their annual outing to Ashton- party proceeded to the church of St. Peter for a touch on the ring of under-Lyne. A start was made at 2 p.m. by the Great Central eight. Here the bells were raised in “ peal," and a course each of Railway, the destination being reached soon after 3 p.m. On London and Superlative Surprise, and a touch of Double Norwich arrival we were met by the local company, who gave us a most was rung by Messrs. W. Shuker, W. Burgar, W. Lomas, A. Brearley hearty welcome. . On reaching the parish church we found other D. Brearley, S. Thomas, H. Chapman, and S. F. Palmer. ringers assembled from the surrounding district, the visitors also The remainder of the evening was spent in social intercourse, &c., being supplemented by the arrival of Messrs. F. Woodhead, A. at the Ashton Company’s meeting-house. Several courses and tunes Windsor, and F. Renton from Leeds. The tower was ascended, and were given on the handbells, also a good touch of Stedman Triples five courses of Stedman Cinques were duly brought round by the by our Ashton friends ; whilst last, but not least, was an excellently- following :— C. H. Hattersley, treble (conductor); J. H. Bower, tapped three leads of Treble Twelve on the piano by Mr. S. Wood. second ; W. Lomas, third ; S. Thomas, fourth ; A. Brearley, fifth ; The return journey was made at 10.40 p.m., Sheffield being reached

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The outing was a great success in many were the congratulations and best wishes for the future every way, and far beyond the expectations of the visiting party. offered to Mr. Bettison hv his numerous outside friends. S. F. P. The tower hells, which are of lovely tone, were set going at 4 pm., and so enchanted did every one seem that it was well past 8 pm. St. Jam es’s, Milnrow,' Lancs. before they were allowed to rest, and even then it was with some The ringers of the above church had a most pleasant outing on reluctance this splendid ring was lowered. For once in a while the Saturday, July 21st, the place selected being Mol tram in Longden- majority of the ringers derived the greatest pleasure by sitting out­ dale. They entrained at Milnrow at one o'clock for Oldham, having side listening to the music. Touches in all the standard methods to change there for Guide Bridge, at which place, having a little were rung, also Double Norwich, Superlative, and London Surprise, time to spare, they dispersed and viewed some of the principal whilst a first attempt at Cambridge, though unsuccessful, gave some streets. Embarking again for their destination, Mottram, they were, hopes for the future. met by their esteemed friend Mr. Sidebottom, one of the local band, The business meeting was held at the “ Angel Hotel," eight new who conducted them for a pleasant walk through the country lanes members being elected. to the old historic church, having a look over the old burial- Train-time did not allow for a large and lengthy sitting, but all ground, ivhere, many interesting monuments, can be seen, one in returned home with a satisfied feeling of having thoroughly enjoyed particular being erected in memoriam of the late William Harrison, themselves. a local ringer and composer. This monument is remarkable for its Claphmm, Bedfordshire. carving. On one side is a complete church bell, on another side are six handbells and the three lead ends of doubles, and on the The bells having been for some years past in an unsatisfactory opposite side there is a course of grandsire with the lead ends condition, the churchwardens decided to consult a competent bell- pricked out. They then adjourned to the Black Bull Inn, where tea founder. Mr. A. Bowell, of Ipswich, has given an estimate of 1037., was provided ; afterwards to the tower, and rang a couple of short which will include the carriage of the hells to his foundry and all touches on the bells, all being satisfied with the go of them. Hoping other expenses, and also' tha addition of a sixth bell to the present they, may have the opportunity at some future time of welcoming ring of five. At a recent meeting of parishioners it was resolved to their Mottram friends. accept Mr. Bowell’s estimate. Handbell Peal. Devonshire Bell Restoration. THE ANCIENT SOCIETY OF COLLEGE YOUTHS. The work of restoring and augmenting rings of church bells in On Wednesday, July 18th, 1906, in Two hours and twenty-eight Devon shows no abatement. The reports of the recognised bell- minutes. hangers amply prove this. They also show that many new con­ At the “ Coffee Pot,” Warwick-lane, E.C. tracts have yet to be carried out. The restoration movement set in A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. some years ago, Including the re-hanging of the heaviest ring of ten Carter’s Odd Boh composition. bells in the world at the Cathedral in Exeter—weight of tenor, 72ewt.—and it might have been surmised that it had nearly George N. P rice 1 ,2 ' Challis F. W inney 5,6 exhausted itself. But there is no question that many rings had Henry Hodgetts 3, 4 | Hubert Eden ...... 7, 8 been allowed to get into a very defective and dangerous condition, Conducted by George N. Price. and that there is still much leeway to he made up. Alongside with Umpires H. E. Pasmore and J. W. Golding. the restoration of rings there has been developed an increasing The above composition is now rung for the first time in the interest in scientific ringing, and but for the remote positions of metropolis. numerous parishes rapid and real progress would be made. A Standish, Lancashire. pamphlet issued by the Devon Guild, with the object of enabling On Wednesday, July 11th, at the parish church, 720 of Bob Minor bands to instruct themselves in one method, has had a large in 25 minutes :—John Grounds (conductor), treble ; A lf Simm, 2 : demand. S. Turner, 3 ; T, Walker, 4 ; J. Watts, 5 ; W. Hart, tenor (lOJcwt.). Presentation to a Ringer at Bolsover, The Chester Diocesan Guild. Derbyshire. The annual festival will be held at Sandbach on Monday, August 6th. Service at the parish church at 10.45. Preacher, the Eev. Saturday, July 7th, was at Bolsover what a ringer would call a F. E. Eobinson, Yicar of Drayton (Master of the Oxford Diocesan “ red letter day” with the ringers of this old village, that day being Guild). Meeting in the school-room at twelve.— H . A. H e y w o o d , set apart for the purpose of presenting Mr. Thomas Bettison, who has hon. secretary. been connected with the Bolsover parish church about five years, with a “ pocket-set of handbells," by Messrs. Shaw, of Bradford^ and a leather bag. At 3 p.m., Mr. J. Flint, in a few well-chosen On Sunday the Bishop of Dover dedicated the new chaneel-screen words, spoke of the abilities and amicable disposition of Mr. Bettison, erected in the parish church of Eamsgate (St. George’s) by Mr. also how the ringing had improved since his introduction into the J. B. Hodgson, one of the oldest and best-known residents, who lias Bolsover company, and asked Mr. T. N. Tallow (churchwarden) to for very many years been connected with the parish church. The make the presentation. Before doing so, Mr. Tallow said that any screen, which is of carved oak, is a continuation and completion of one who was not a ringer could tell what an improvement there was the screens which separate the choir-stalls from the north and south in the ringing of late, and how pleasant it was to think that one who aisles. These were also the gift of Mr. Hodgson at the time of the had been with them a few years, and who had helped to bring about Jubilee of the late Queen Victoria. The design is in keeping with this improvement had now left them to take up more important work the Gothic architecture of the church, and is the work of Mr. A. E. elsewhere, whose associates could not let him leave without showing Pile, a local architect. The dedication took place during the their appreciation for his past services. On behalf of the Bolsover morning service, and was followed by an appropriate sermon by the company he had very great pleasure in presenting Mr. Bettison with Bishop. St. George’s Church is at present undergoing extensive the set of handbells and bag, and hoped they would convey to him restoration, for which a sum of 5,0001. is required. The first section when away the good feeling that had always existed between them. of the work, which includes the roof, vaulting, parapets, and Mr. Bettison thanked the ringers for what they had done, and said pinnacles of the nave and aisles, wlli shortly he completed under what help he had given them in any way had been a labour of love, the direction of Mr. W. D. Caroe, at a cost of 1,8001. Funds are which somehow or other would not leave him. urgently needed for the heaviest portion of the work, the restora­ Mr. G. W. Bemrose proposed a vote of thanks to Mr. Tallow for' tion of the tower, which is one of the landmarks of the neighbour­ coming amongst them to make the presentation, and also, the sides­ hood men for their presence on this occasion, which was ably seconded by The Home Secretary has notified that after this year children Mr. E. Coupe. under the age of sixteen must not be employed in the following A course of Grandsire Triples was then rung on the new set by trades unless they have obtained certificates of fitness for the Messrs. T. Bettison; 1-2, J. Flint, 3-4; W. Lambert, 5-6 ; G. W. w ork:—File-cutting, carriage building, rope and twine making, Bemrose, 7-8. After this a photograph of the whole assembly was brick and tile making, making of iron and steel cables and chains, taken near the belfry door. By this time ringers began to arrive making of nails, screws, and rivets; baking bread, biscuits, or con­ from Sheffield, Chesterfield, and surrounding district, the monthly fectionery, fruit preserving, making, altering, ornamenting, finish­ meeting of the Sheffield District and Old East Derbyshire Amalga­ ing, or repairing of wearing apparel by the aid of treadle sewing- mated Society also taking place at Bolsover on the same date, and machines. BIRKBECK BANK Foundry Established A.D. 1570. ESTABLISHED 1851. MEARS & STAINBANK, 2i per cent. INTEREST 32 & 34, WHITECHAPEL ROAD, London, E. allowed on Deposit Accounts repayable on demand. 2 per cent. INTEREST PEALS OF CHURCH BELLS ERECTED COMPLETE. allowed on Current Accounts on minimum monthly Belfries inspected in Town or Country. balances when not drawn below £100. advances made. Stocks and Shares bought and sold. Old Bells Rehung, Tuned, or Recast. Fittings, Sc., ren ew ed.

Apply C. F. B a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, BELLS ’WITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS. &e. Southampton Buildings, High Holhorn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. A ugust 11, 1906] Chureh Bells and Illustrated Chureh News 735

and may be regarded as a successful example of modem bell- founding. The old wooden frame, which has been in a very unsatisfactory condition for some years, has been cleared away, and the old bells have been hung in a new steel and iron frame, in lieu of the old wooden one, and each bell has been provided with special gun-metal bearings, oak wheels, wooden stocks, ropes, &c., in fact, all new Chester Diocesan Guild. fittings throughout, and, when tried for the first time, were found by the ringers to “ go ” excellently. The annual meeting was held at Sandbacli on Monday, the 6th The following is a table of the notes, sizes, &c., together with the inst. There was service at 10.45, with a sermon by the Rev. F. E. Robinson, Master of the Oxford Guild. The general meeting of inscriptions :— members followed. Archdeacon Barber was re-elected Master. The No. Diameter. Note Inscriptions. Eev. W. M. Kinloch, Rector of Eccleston, was elected honorary 1. 28) in. D. Gillett and Johnston, founders, Croydon. secretary and Mr. H. A. Heywood was re-elected treasurer. The seven We Praise Thee O God. honorary members on the committee are :—Canon Holme, the Rev. MCMVI. G. B. Thurston, the Rev. H. L. Mallory, the Rev. F. C. L. Hamilton, 2. 29‘ in. C. Edward Hall Made Me. Messrs Hatt Cook, Bowen Cooke, and Stringer. The seven change- 1731. ringing members are :—Messrs. Ashcroft, AshmOle, Bittrell, Dillon, 3. 32in. B. Newcome Made Me. Gordon, Holding, Matthews. 1614. After dinner the members separated to the various towers in the 4. 34)in. A. God Save Our King. district. 1627. Restoration at Lathbury. LK. FC. RP. CW. 5. 39in. G. God Save Our King. The restoration of the above bells and the addition of a new one 1629. has now been completed; the following is a short description of the work. Church Bell in a Graveyard. The order for the restoration was placed with Messrs. Gillett and Johnston, the well-known bell-founders and clock-makers of T h is C u r io s it y is to be F ou nd a t S u t t o n , S u f f o l k . Croydon, who had the bells to their factory, and as a first measure There are many curiosities and eccentricities to be met with in put them in their tuning machine, and tuned them to the correct the churchyards which are such a feature of British rural scenery ; musical intervals. but it is very doubtful if any other village or country town can beat The bells, having been cast at various times and by different Sutton, Suffolk, in this respect. makers, were badly out of tune, as could only be expected, seeing In the little village, some four miles from Woodbridge, the that there is a difference of over a century in the date of the casting church bell is hung right'away from the church in the graveyard. of some of them (see table below), and having been put through a Many years ago—and it is so long now that the date has been most severe musical test, they may now be pronounced as perfect as forgotten—the tower of the church became unsafe, and, it being' they can be made as regards tune. considered a danger to worshippers, was taken down. Through The new bell, which is the “ treble ” of the ring, as it now stands, lack of interest as well as a scarcity of funds, the tower was never weighs over 4cwt., and measures 281 in. at the mouth. It har­ re-erected, and, there now being no belfry, the bell was left without monises very well with the others, which date back nearly 300 years a “ home.” A suggestion was made that it be hung on a low frame-

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work outside the west wall, and this was done, and the bell can he Croydon, Surrey. seen in this strange position to-day. A wire attached to the clapper runs through a hole in the wall, so THE SURREY ASSOCIATION. that the hell can he chimed from the inside of the church to summon On Saturday, August 4th, in Three hours and four minutes. the congregation to worship. At the Church of St. John. Eardisland, Herefordshire. A Peal of Oxford Bob Triples, 5,040 changes. Johnson’s Twelve-part. Tenor 32cwt. On Thursday, August 2nd, a service of thanksgiving was held for *Edward Goss ...... Treble William States ...... 5 the restoration of the ring of five bells, and the dedication of a new * Cyril F. Johnson ...... 2 * Alfred T. Jones ...... 6 hell which has been added to augment the ring to six, at this country Edward W. Bray...... 3 William Groves ...... 7 parish, near Pembridge. The proceedings commenced in the after­ Amos Clark...... 4 William Hill ...... Tenor noon with a large gathering at Burton Court, the seat of Colonel Clowes, C.B., one of the churchwardens. The service at seven Conducted by William States. o block was largely attended ; the clergy present included the Hon. Quickest peal on the Bells. Ven. Archdeacon of .Hereford ; the Rev. P. Whitehead, Rural Dean ; * First peal in the method. Rung as a birthday compliment to Mrs. Burrows, wife of the. the Rev. T. W. Downing ; and the Rev. R. Spencer Aldridge, Vicar’. Vicar of Croydon. During the service and after touches were rung by members of the Hereford Diocesan Guild from Weobley, under the conductorship of Irthlingbor.ough, Northants. Mr. George Burton. The work of repairing the frame, supplying new fittings, and CENTRAL NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ASSOCIATION. quarter-turning the bells, has been well carried out by Messrs. On Monday, August 6th, 1906, in Three hours and seven minutes. Greenleaf and Tristram, of Hereford. The new bell was cast by At the Church of St. Peter. Messrs. Mears and Stainbank, of Whitechapel, London. The weights A Peal of Superlative Surprise Major, 5,376 changes. and inscriptions on the bells are as follows :— Arthur Smeathers Treble John B. Martin ...... a No. 1.—5Jcwt.; “ Fear God, Honour the King. R. Spencer J ames. Garrett...... 2 Walter Perkins ...... 6 Aldridge, V icar; P. L. Clowes, P. W. Taylor, churchwardens. Anderson Tyler ...... 3 William Willson...... 7 Mears and Stainbank. 1906.” John J. Mawby ...... 4 James Houghton Tenor No. 2.—6cwt.; “ Prosperity to the Church of England. A. R. Composed by A. Knights and conducted by James Houghton. 1728.” No. 3.—-7cwt.; “ Peace and Good Neighbourhood. A. R. 1728.” Bishopstone, Wilts. No. 4.—8ewt.; “ Prosperity to the Parish. A. R. 1728.” THE GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN No. 5.—9|cwt.; “ Cres Kinnersley Gent and John Davies Church­ ASSOCIATION. wardens. A. R. 1728.” (C ir e n c e s t e r B r a n c h .) Tenor.— 13cwt.; “ I to the chureh the Living call, and to the On Monday, August 6th, 1906, in Three hours and seven minutes. grave do summon all. A. R. 1728." At the Church of St. Mary. Note.—A. R. A. Rudhall, of Gloucester. / A Peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. The last five bells (which were the gift of an unknown donor) are Thurstan’s One-part. Tenor 20cwt. splendid examples of Rudhall’s fine work. Alfred Lawrence Treble Louis A. W ilson...... 5 The cost of the work has been 1477.—all this money was raised Robert W. Hyner ...... 2 Oliver Norman ...... 6 before the day of dedication. No offertory was taken at the service Thomas Robinson ...... 3 Harry Roberts...... 7 The Cheltenham and District Amalgamated Sidney Palmer...... 4 Charles Titchener...... Tenor Society. Conducted by Harry Roberts. On Saturday, July 21st, members of the above Society, to the Ashtead, Surrey. number of twenty-seven, journeyed to Hereford for their annual THE SURREY ASSOCIATION. outing. Reaching the city at 8.45, they proceeded to St. Nicholas Church, where they rang several touches pn the hells. After the On Monday, August 6th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-one minutes. morning service they also rang on the Cathedral bells. They then At the Church of St. Giles. proceeded to the Victoria Hotel, Eign-street, where, with others, they A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,040 changes. sat down to dinner. The Rev. Mr. Hastings, who came with the Tenor 14cwt. members, took the chair, and amongst those also present were Messrs. Alfred H. Winch Treble Fi;ank Bennett...... 5 Phillott, M.A. (conductor of the Society), Mr. Buchanan (master of Frederick G. Perrin ...... 2 James W. Driver...... 6 the Hereford Diocesan Guild), J. J. Jones, W. Greenleaf, and W. George Woodis ...... 3 James E. Davis ...... 7 Davies (Hereford). The company afterwards went by brake to Frederick A. Holden 4 John Howes...... Tenor Burghill, where they rang on the bells of the parish chureh, returning Composed by Frederick Dench, and conducted by Frank Bennett. to the Cathedral, where they rang till 8.30. They left Hereford by Higham Ferrars, Northants. the nine o’clock train, after a very pleasant day. CENTRAL NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ASSOCIATION. The London County Association On Tuesday, August 7th, 1906, in Three hours and sixteen minutes- (LATE THE ST. JAMES’S SOCIETY). At the Church of St. Mary. On Tuesday, August 7th, 1906, in Three hours. A Peal of Double Norwich Court Boh Major, 5,088 changes. A t the Church of St. John, Waterloo-road, S.E. Tenor 221cwt. A Peal of Double Norwich Court Bob Major, 5,024 changes. James Houghton Treble John J. Mawby ...... 5 Tenor 19cwt. John B. Martin ...... 2 Arthur Smeathers ...... 6 William Weatherstone Treble *John Basden ...... 5 James Garrett...... 3 Water Perkins...... 7 Thomas H. Taffender ... 2 Arthur J. Neale ...... 6 William Willson...... 4 Anderson T y ler...... Tenor Frederick A. Holden 3 Thomas Langdon ...... 7 Composed by W. Willson and conducted by J. Houghton. Alfred H. Winch ...... 4 James E. Davis ...... Tenor W. Willson from Leicester. Composed by Edgar Wightman, and conducted by James E. Davis. * First peal in the method. The Norwich Diocesan Convention for the reviving and deepen­ Warnham, Sussex. ing of spiritual life will be held on November loth, 14th, and 15th. THE SURREY ASSOCIATION. Among those who have promised their assistance are the Bishop of On Sunday, August 5th, 1906, in Three hours. Ipswich, the Archdeacon of Norwich, Canons Hay M. H. Aitken, At the Church of St. Margaret’s. George Body, Denton Thompson, Newbolt, Randolph, Sampson, A Peal of Treble Boh Major, 5,088 changes. Scott Holland, Dr. Walpole, and the Revs. G. Congreve, Paul Bull, Kent Variation. Tenor 14|cwt. H. P. Cronshaw. and J. Stuart Holden. Early celebrations of the James E. Davis...... Treble Frank Bennett...... 5 Holy Communion will be arranged for at several of the city churches. John Akehurst ...... 2 William Short...... 6 There w ill be a service of thanksgiving at the Cathedral on Alfred H. Winch...... 3 Arthur Dean...... 7 Friday, November 16th, at 8 a.m. Special addresses w ill be given William F.Hartshorne... 4 Frederick A. Holden Tenor on “ The Work of God the Holy Ghost," “ The Son of God and Composed by Henry Dains, and conducted by Frederick A. Holden. the Soul of Man,” and “ The Consecrated Life.”

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A pply C. F . R a v e n s c r o f t , Secretary, BELLS W ITH FITTINGS, FOR CHAPELS, SCHOOLS, &c. Southampton Buildings, High Holborn, W.C. Musical Hand Bells in Sets up to 5 Octaves. Bell Hopes supplied. A vgust 18, 1906] Church Bells and Illustrated Church News 755

tained by the kindness of the Rector and Messrs. Carrick, Dickinson Telford, Mrs. Bulman, Mrs. Bell, and Miss Dixon. The six bells _ have been hung by Messrs. J. Taylor and Co., Loughborough, in iron frames, and the “ go ” is all that can be desired. Cleveland and North Yorkshire Association. Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association. Prompted by the recollection of pleasant visits in the past, the OPENING OF A RING OF SIX AT ALLENDALE. Stockton ringers again selected Thirsk for their annual outing on Saturday, August 11th, and, as on previous occasions, with the The opening ceremony of a new ring of six bells (tenor lOcwt.), intention of scoring a peal, which this time was successful. The at St. Outbbert’s Church, Allendale, took place on Saturday after­ party, which included Messrs. J. Baxter from Darlington and T. noon, July 28th. A large congregation was present at the Dedi­ Metcalfe from Middlesbrough, arrived at Thirsk soon after ten. cation Service, a special form of service sanctioned by the Having arranged for a dinner at two o’clock, and obtained access Bishop of Newcastle having been arranged, and which included a to the tower, the bells were pulled up in peal and a 5,024 of Kent special hymn composed by the Rector (Rev. H. 8 . Stephenson) for Treble Major was brought home after two hours and fifty-seven the occasion. - The Yen. the Archdeacon of Northumberland (Dr. minutes of good striking. An adjournment was then made for Henderson) performed the ceremony, assisted by the Rev. Canon dinner; after which a brake was chartered for Felixkirk, a steady Lowe, Yicar of Haltwhistle, the Rector and Curate of Allendale climb of three miles to the foot of the Hambleton Hills, where a 720 (Revs. H. S. Stephenson and J. O. Woollcombe). There were also of Kent Treble Bob Minor was rung by Messrs. G. J. Clarkson present Revs. Canon Lonsdale, Corbridge ; T. Stenhouse, Mickley ; (conductor), J. Clarkson, J. Baxter, J. W. Newton, W. Newton,-and T. Neal, Haltwhistle; J. H. Mandell, Haydon Bridge; J. Baker, A. W . Barrett, followed by a 720 of Oxford Treble Bob by Messrs. Rookhope; A. E. S. Ward, Stanhope; Mr. J. W. Taylor, Lough­ J. Clarkson, J. Baxter, W. Newton, J. Waller, T. Metcalfe, and T. borough ; Messrs. George Dickinson and 0. W. Harrison (church­ Stephenson (conductor). The return journey was then made to wardens) and Major Walton. Immediately after the actual dedica­ Thirsk, and the ringing for the day brought to a conclusion with a tion a plain course of Bob Minor was rung by Messrs. C. L. touch of 504 of Stedman’s Triples by Messrs. G. J. Clarkson, W. H. Routledge, A. F. Hillier, W. T. Robson, G. W. Dix, W. H. Porter, Stephenson, J. Baxter, J. W. Newton, W. Newton, T. Metcalfe, and William Story, after which an appropriate sermon was preached T. Stephenson, J. W. Neesam (conductor). Refreshments having by the Archdeacon. Special music was rendered by a strongly- been partaken of, the party entrained for home, having pronounced augmented choir in a very creditable way. the outing a complete success in every way, the only regret being After the service a public tea was held in the schoolroom, the that the genial welcome of their old friend, the late Mr. Joseph tables being presided over by Mesdames Young, Walton, Dickinson, Wrightson, was no longer available, as on previous visits. C. W. Harrison, and J. Carrick. A vote of thanks, was proposed by the Rev. J. O. Woollcombe to the ringers, and responded to by Re-Dedication Service at Ulceby, near Hull. Mr. G. T. Potter, the President of the Association. During the The ring of five at the Parish Church were re-dedicated on evening several well-struck 720’s of Kent and Oxford Treble Bob Wednesday, August 1st. For the past ten years it had been con­ Minor were taken part in by the seventeen members of the Associa­ sidered unsafe to ring them, but it was not until the arrival of the tion present. Twelve of these members remained at Allendale over present Vicar, the Rev. Hector Mawson, twelve months ago, that the Sunday to ring for the services, and were very hospitably enter­ any serious steps were taken to improve the bells and make them

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Church-people of the village, at once set about to raise the necessary THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION AND sum (1301.) for quarter turning, re-tuning, and re-hanging the bells on cast-iron frames, and, the work having been satisfactorily carried LONDON DIOCESAN GUILD. out, a large congregation assembled on August 1st to participate in On Tuesday, August 14th, 1906, in Two hours and eighteen minutes, the re-dedication service. A ll the money, with the exception of at 19, Old Jewry, E.C. about 81., has been subscribed, and this amount was more than A peal of Stedman Triples, 5,040 changes. gathered at the service, so the bells are now free from debt. The Thurstan’s Four Part. oldest dates back to the year 1606. Ringers were present from the Rev. A. H. F. Boughey... 1 2 [ Bertram Prewett 5 6 surrounding places, including Barton, Barrow, Thornton, and William Pye 3 4 [ Ernest Pye ...... 7 8 Grimsby, and the following rung at the dedication service:— Messrs. O. Jackson' (Hull), C. Barratt, W. Robinson, W. Crowder, Conducted by William Pye. E. Dannatt, and H. Batson (all of Barrow), whilst other ringers Umpire, Arthur T. King. present were Messrs. G. Thompson (Barrow), G. Atkinson and H. Gloucester. Cowton (Thornton), and J. Daddy (Barton). GLOUCESTER AND BRISTOL DIOCESAN ASSOCIATION Dedication and Re-opening at East Buckland (A n d S t . M ic h a e l ’s J u n io r s , G lo u c e s te r ). (Devon). On Monday, August 6th, 1906,—in Three hours and thirteen minutes. On Tuesday, July 31st, the bells of East Buckland wei’e re-opened At the Church of St. Michael and A ll Angels. amidst great festivities. It had been intended, for some time, to A Peal of Stedman Caters, 5,019 changes. add two extra bells, making it a ring of six, and these were added Tenor 20icwt. in E. by the officers of the church, who had laid by a sum of money each Thomas Newman Treble Maurice Smith...... 6 year, which had accumulated enough to do this work. The tower, Jesse Gillett ...... 2 William J. Sevier ...... 7 also, has had to be raised in its roof to admit of the two new bells Henry Lewis ...... 3 George Condick, sen 8 being ringable. The work was entrusted to the hands of Messrs. M. Francis J. Lewis .. 4 John Austin...... 9 Luxton and Sons, of Winkleigh, and Messrs. Mears and Stainbank Francis E. Hart ...... 5 Samuel Luxton ...... Tenor were the bell-founders. At ten o’clock in the morning a dedication Composed by John Carter and conducted by Thomas Newman. service was held in the Parish Church. The service was intoned by Rung in honour of the birthday of the father of the ringers of the the Rector (the Rev. E. G. Beckwith), but the bells were dedicated 3rd and 4th, who came from Cirencester. by the Rev. J. Thompson (Rector of Romansleigh), a former Master of the Devon County School, and who also preached a fine sermon Thirsk, Yorkshire. on “ Bells.” Other clergy present were the Revs. Barton, of Buxton, CLEVELAND AND NORTH YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION. and Young (Chaplain, Devon County School, West Buckland). On Saturday, August 11th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-seven Owslebury, Hampshire. minutes. Through the generosity of the Vicar (the Rev. C. Buston) the At the Parish Church. ringers of the Owslebury Parish Church had a most enjoyable A Peal of Treble Bob Major, 5,024 changes. excursion on Wednesday, August 1st. The party left Shawford Tenor 16cwt. Station by the 10.15 train for Brockenhurst. Here a brake was C. J. Clarkson ...... Treble A. W. Barrett ...... 5 awaiting them, and they drove to the White Oak, where lunch was J. W. Newton ...... 2 W. Newton .-...... 6 served. Immediately after lunch a visit was paid to the Rufus J. Baxter ...... 3 T. Metcalfe ...... 7 Stone. Continuing the drive, the interesting old church at Minstead J. Waller ...... 4 T. Stephenson ...... Tenor was visited, and from there the party drove to Lyndhurst, Here a Composed by H. Knights and conducted by T. Stephenson. few touches were rung on the church bells, after which tea was First peal of Treble Bob on the bells since 1874. served at the Crown Hotel. After tea Mr. J. M. Lavington, on behalf of the ringers, expressed their warm appreciation of the Vicar’s Milnrow, Lancashire. kindness in providing them with such a pleasant outing. Another THE LANCASHIRE ASSOCIATION. touch was then rung on the bells, and the excursion was continued to Lyndhurst-road Station, where a delightful drive of thirty-three On Saturday, August 4th, 1906, in Three hours and five minutes. miles was brought to conclusion. The journey home was safely At the Church of St. James. accomplished, Owslebury being reached shortly after eleven. A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040-changes. Parker’s 5 part. Tenor 20cwt. The Middlesex County Association and Robert Buckley...... Treble Arthur Crossley...... 5 . London Diocesan Guild. William Crabtree ...... 2 *John Massey ...... 6 John W. Fitton ...... 3 Harry Buckley ...... 7 On Saturday, August 11th, 1906, in Three hours. William Schofield ...... 4 Joseph Greenwood...... Tenor At the Church of St. Stephen, Coleman-street, E.C. Conducted by William Crabtree. A Peal of Superlative Surprise Major, 5,088 changes. Tenor 14cwt. * First peal. Messrs. Crabtree and Crosslev from Todniorden. William Pickwortli Treble 1 Isaac G. Shade ..... 5 John J. Lamb ...... 2 James George...... 6 Allendale Town. Bertram Prewett.. 3 William Pye ...... 7 DURHAM AND NEWCASTLE ASSOCIATION. Rueben Charge ...... 4 j Ernest P y e ...... Tenor On Sunday, August 12, 1906, in Two hours and fifty minutes. Composed by John R. Sharman, and conducted by William Pye. At the Church of St. Cuthbert. The London County Association A Peal of Minor. 5,040 changes. BeingW20 eacii of Double Court, Oxford Bob, College Single, Plain (LA T E THE ST. JAMES’S SOCIETY). Bob, Woodbine, Oxford and Kent Treble Bob. On Saturday, August llfh , 1906, in Three hours and twenty-two George T. Potter Treble I Alfred F. Hillier ...... 4 minutes. ■ Joseph E. R. Keen 2 Oswald Simm...... 5 At the Church of St. Magnus, Thames-street, E.C. Edward A Hern...... 3 j William T. Robson Tenor A Peal of Treble Bob Royal, 5,000 changes. Conducted by William T. Robson. Kent variation. Tenor 20cwt. First Peal on the bells. Arthur J. Neale Treble Arthur N. Hardy ...... 6 *Horatio J.A.Gummer,jun. 2 Ernest Brett ...... 7 Leeds and District Society. Thomas A. Teesdale ...... 3 James E. Davis ...... 8 The monthly ringing meeting will be held at Calverley on Satur­ Frederick G. Perrin ...... 4 Thomas Langdon ...... 9 day, August 25th. Bells (eight) available from 2.30 p.m. till 9 p.m. William Weatherstone ... 5 Thomas Gxoombridge ...Tenor Business meeting will be held at the Thornhill Arms at 8 p.m. Composed by Gabriel Lindoff, and conducted by James E. Davis. Peal to be attempted at 2.30 p.m.—F r e d . R. B a r r a c l o u g h , Hon. *First peal of Royal. T. A. Teesdale, from North Shields. Secretary.

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’ When they had these inside, what they wanted to induce people generally to go and take part in the service, was an excellent ring of bells to summon them from outside. A well-attended church service was one of the most stimulating and, at the same time; one of the greatest joys they could have, and the ringers gave their con­ tribution towards it in calling the people together. During the day touches of Grandsire and Stedman Triples and Winchester Diocesan Guild. Bob Major were rung on the bells. While the ex-Secretary of State for India was, of course, unable (G u il d f o r d D is t r ic t .) to fathom the intricacies of change-ringing, he was impressed with The quarterly meeting was held at W itley on Saturday, August the fact that bell-ringing is not so simple and easy a task as he 11th, when about fifty representatives attended from nearly all the thought. If other members of the general public, who have never affiliated towers in the district. The bells of the Parish Church been into a tower, would follow Mr. Brodrick’s example, the services were placed at the disposal of the visitors during the afternoon and of ringers would be even more appreciated than they are. •evening, and at five o’clock there was a short service, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Douglas. Tea followed at the Institute, the Right Hon. Leeds and District Society. St. John Brodrick presiding, supported by the Rev. Mr. Douglas, The monthly ringing meeting was held at Rothwell on Saturday, 'Captain Goff, and Mr. J. J. Jones (hon. secretary). The subsequent July 28th. Members commenced to arrive about 4 p.m. Previous business was of a routine character, but several new members were to ascending the tower a visit was made round the church, which elected, including the whole of the Witley ringers. dates from about 1100 a .d . The various objects were viewed with Captain Goff proposed a vote of thanks to the chairman, who was much interest; an old coat, said to be John of Gaunt’s, Duke of elected an hon. member of the Guild. Lancaster 1362 to 1399 a .d ., now hung in the vestry, was an object Mr. Brodrick, in reply, said that during the many years he had of much interest. For this pleasant half-hour our best thanks are had the pleasure of representing that division in Parliament he had due to Mr. Chapman, a member of the local band, who showed become associated with an enormous number of different bodies in us round. Touches of Kent and Oxford Treble Bob were then the neighbourhood, but, having been temporarily relieved of the rung. functions with which he was formerly accprainted, he had registered The business meeting was held at the White Swan Hotel at 7 p.m.; a vow that, for the present, he would not take upon himself any Mr. J. Broadley in the chair, supported by members representing the further calls, as he found the existing ones were sufficiently following towers :—Bolton ; Headingly, St. Chad’s and St. Michael’s ; numerous. He, however, had been pleased to break through that Holbeck, St. Matthew’s and Holbeck R.C.; Pontefract, Selby, and rule in regard to the Change Ringers’ Guild. By going into the members of the local company. The minutes of the previous tower that afternoon he had learnt that there was a great deal more meeting (Shipley) were passed as read ; one new member was elected work in bell-ringing than he had ever thought. A good ring of from Selby; Calverley was announced as the place for the next bells was, in his opinion, one of the things conducive to hearty meeting. public worship. In these days a clergyman was handicapped in his The business meeting being concluded, the tower was again ■services by the counter-attractions, many of them perfectly innocent, visited, when touches of the following methods were rung :—Double in which people indulged in on a Sunday. What, he thought, they Norwich Major, Stedman Triples, Kent and Oxford Triple Bob required to counter-balance these outside influences, was a clergy­ Major. At the meeting-house touches on handbells were rung in man who could give them a hearty service, with a succinct, direct, various methods. The meeting finally terminated, every one having but short sermon, and a good choir to give them cheerful services. thoroughly enjoyed their visit to Rothwell.

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Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Association. Hersham, Surrey. A general meeting was held at Houghton-le-Spring on Saturday, THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION AND August 4th, 1906, and proved very successful, ringers being present LONDON DIOCESAN GUILD. from Shildon, Cramlington, Chester-le-Street, Bishop Auckland, On Saturday, August 18th, 1906, in Two hours and forty-nine Sunderland, North Shields, Gosforth, and Newcastle. minutes. An excellent meat-tea was provided at Mr. Bell’s Restaurant, and At the Church of St. Peter. was fully appreciated by the twenty-one members partaking. A Peal of Superlative Surprise Major, 5,024 changes. Tenor 8[cwt. Mr. G. Potter, president of the Association, was in the chair, and was supported by Canon Brown, Rector of Houghton, who cordially James Hunt ...... Treble *George W. Challice ...... 5 welcomed the ringers, and gave them permission to visit the rectory Bertram Prewett...... 2 James George...... 6 grounds, an invitation which the ringers were not slow to avail Isaac G. Shade...... 3 George Woodiss...... 7 themselves of. John J. Lam b...... 4 William Pve ...... Tenor The bells at St. Michael’s Church were kept going in the after­ Composed by N. J. Pitstow, and conducted by William Pye. noon and evening, several 720's and touches being rung in Plain *First peal in the method away from the treble. Bob, Kent and Oxford Minor, and Stedman Doubles. Isleworth, Middlesex. Bitterley, Shropshire. THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION AND EARL OF PLYMOUTH AND THE BELLS. ’ LONDON DIOCESAN GUILD. The bells of the parish church of Bitterley, a township lying On Saturday, August 18th, 1906, in Two hours and fifty-five under the Clee Hill, in Shropshire, some four miles north-east of minutes. Ludlow, are amongst the most interesting in England. The dates At the Church of A ll Saints. are about 1414, 1450, and 1520 respectively, and, like the old church­ A Peal of Grandsire Triples, 5,040 changes. Holt's Original. yard cross, they have escaped the fanaticism of ignorant destruction, Tenor 16cwt. 241b. and for sixteen generations they have tolled the death knell of our A. F. Wellington ...... Treble John Basden ...... 5* forefathers. Nearly all the old" monastic bells were broken up and Edward Cassell ...... 2 Frederick G. Goddard ... 6 sold for gun metal. In the eighteenth century the fashion of *J. Merrick ...... 3 Henry Browning...... 7 “ change ringing ” came in, and hundreds of old "bells were melted *C. Dell...... 4 Henry Seward...... Tenor down, especially in towns, to provide material for a new and Conducted by John Basden. enlarged set. Complete sets of old bells are now very rare. The *First peal. Rung as a sixty-third birthday compliment to the- tenor bell, moreover, is the only one in England with a Norman- ringer of the tenor. French inscription, and their custodians have a serious responsibility for their preservation North Shields. The condition of the bells and framework having become unsatis­ factory, Messrs. Greenleaf and Tristram, bellhangers, of Hereford, DURHAM AND NEWCASTLE ASSOCIATION. were called in to report, and they found that whilst the three bells On Sunday, July 29th, for evening service at Christ Church, 1,120 were sound, they cannot be properly used, as the fittings and frame­ of London Surprise Major :—A. Lawson, 1 ; R. Hogg, 2 ; E.Hern, 3 ; works are dilapidated and unsafe, and require renewing. They T. Teesdale (conductor), 4 ; J. Hogg, 5; Joel Hern, 6 ; A. Tully, 7 ; estimate the cost of this renewal and the re-hanging of the bells at G. W. Dix, Tenor. 691. As alternatives they suggest new stocks and ironwork and an Ellacombe chiming apparatus at a cost of 191. 10s., and a chiming Great Addington, Northants. apparatus only at a cost of 91. They do not recommend the cheaper CENTRAL NORTHAMPTONSHIRE ASSOCIATION. alternative. The Church council are in favour of full restoration ; On Monday, August 6th, at the Church of A ll Saints', 720 Double but, as this would entail the removal of interesting old wood-work, Oxford Bob Minor :—Tubal Cain, 1; A. Smeathers, 2 ; W. Willson. it was resolved to refer the matter to the Earl of Plymouth, who, as 3 ; J. Sottanstall Garrett, 4 ; J. Mawby, 5 ; J. Houghton, Tenor. lord of the .manor of Snitton, has an interest in the parish, and who is also an antiquary. His lordship wrote to the Vicar as follows “ Dear Mr. Burton—My own opinion is (on the question of the bells of Bitterley Church) that they are of much more importance than A stained-glass window has been placed in the north aisle of the framework, however interesting that may be. Bells condemned Brampton Bierlow Church, in memory of the lateAir. J. B. W igdeii, for ringing are no longer able to fulfil their chief use ; and, as there of Newhill Grange, West Melton, who held the office of Vicar's must be some risk (as you say) in chiming of cracking them, I warden at the church for thirty-five years. The window was should myself be in favour of re-hanging them, so that they may be subscribed for by parishioners and friends, and was dedicated at a rung again as of old. Any form of restoration is always open to special service last week by the Rev. W. H. F. Bateman, Rural much objection from an antiquarian point of view, but I do not Dean of Wath. think those feelings should be carried to such an extent as to keep an ancient building unfitted for the great use for which it was originally erected and dedicated. I think that the chiming of bells is, on principle, to be deprecated, unless it is an obvious clock-work arrangement with special reference to the hours of the day; it can never take the place of good bell-ringing.” Advice was also sought BUNS & CAKES from Mr, W. H. St. John Hope, secretary to the Society of Anti­ made with cettain success. quaries, who replied :—“ Without seeing your bell-frame and its It is so easy that even a condition it is difficult to give you any advice. The system, of ‘ chiming ’ by ropes tied to clappers is most dangerous, and has child can make delicious caused the cracking of many a good bell. So I should abolish that light buns and cakes forthwith.’’ (Almond, Lemon, or Addition at Leyton, Essex. Vanilla) by obtaining As. a result of appeals made by the Vicar (the Rev. J. T. Inskip), and hard work by Mr. R. Biggs, churchwarden of St. Mary's Parish from Grocers, Ac.', a Id. Church, it has been found possible to purchase an additional bell, or 3)J-d. packet of this will complete a ring of six, which it is expected will be rung for the first time at the harvest festival. Restoration at Salehurst, Sussex. Eiffel Tower The bells have been removed to Messrs. J. Taylor and Son’s works at Loughborough for recasting, &c. The wooden framework showed the necessity for an entirely new frame, much of the timber being BUN FLOUR quite rotten, especially the “ headstocks.” It is expected the work w ill occupy between three and four months. Save Eiffel Tower Labels for 10s. 6d. Picture, free.

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