Bistre Emmanuel Parish Church Magazine - p.2"

Bistre Emmanuel Parish Church, Mold Road, Buckley

January 1902

See 6.58 for previous page.

BISTRE EMMANUEL PARISH CHURCH MAGAZINE - p.2.

The Watch just presented to him would not only remind him of the flight of time, but of old happy associations, and warm hearted frienships as well. Mr Jones was always sincere in his principles, and faithful to the Church of Christ, and they must not feel selfish at parting with him, for there was work to be done in other places as well as Bistre, and in going to Clifton Mr Jones was endeavouring to hasten God's kingdom. Bistre's loss would be Clifton's gain.

Mr Isaac Powell, Mr C. Coles, and others addressed the meeting in equally complimentary terms, after which, Mr Jones made his reply. He thanked the parishioners heartily and sincerely for their handsome present, but could not find words to express adequately his gratification. He would value it not merely for its intrinsic worth, but much more because of the kind feelings and sentiments that had prompted the giving of it, which he took to be a token of thieir confidence, and of the sympathy and frienship which existed between them, and he was presumptuous enough to think that it might show an appreciation of the work which he had endeavoured to the best of his ability to preform amongst them. The position of a Clergyman was an arduous one, and he looked upon it as one of the highest avocations a man could aspire to, but the work was made easy and became a pleasure when he felt he had won and retained the confidence of the parishioners, as he felt he had done. They had been very kind to him and had overlooked his failings and shortcomings, and God knew that no one was more sensible of his shortcomings than himself. He had made friendships he hoped would last to his dying day, and hoped the distance between Bistre and Clifton would only be the means of cementing the bond of love between them. He sincerely thanked the Committee, and especially the Treasurer and Secretary, Mr E. Ellis, for taking the trouble to organise this Tesimonial for him. Mr Ellis having responded for the Committee, a very pleasant Entertainment followed, in which the following took part:- Misses Polly Jones, Polly Evans, Mr Smith and Party, Ralph Catherall, W. Jones etc.

DEATH OF MRS SUSAN FISHER

By the death of Mrs Fisher, yet another of the very few surviving representatives of a past generation has been removed from amoungst us. Possessing a striking appearance, strong will, and active disposition, she had, for a long period of time, been a conspicuous personality in this parish. Although she suffered for some time from the effects of a paralytic stroke, she retained her faculties, and took a keen interest in all Church matters to the very last. The funeral, which was very largely attended by relatives and friends of the family, took place at Bistre Church on the 4th inst.

[ Susan Fisher is Bill Fisher's great-grandmother]

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Great sympathy has been aroused for Mr and Mrs Jones, of Deva House, and their family, by the news just received of the death of their eldest son from enteric fever in South Africa. It is only 16 weeks since Mr Pryce Jones and a few friends left Buckley for that country, and although he had only just commenced work, he had every prospect of doing well there. It will be a comfort to his family and all of us to know that in his illness he had every kindness shown him, and that no more could be done for him than was done, even if he had died in Buckley with his family. All these comforting particulars were sent by Mr Ernest Wilson, late of Drury House. Mr Jones died Dec10th, and was buried the following day.

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We are pleased to announce that we have secured the services of the Rev. Edward Evans, Curate of Rhos, as successor to Mr Dale-Jones. Mr Evans will commence his duties in March, and will reside in the Lane End District.

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Mrs George wishes to make it known to all who are willing to help, that the Sewing Meetings are to be held twice a week henceforth, Tuesdays and Fridays, 6 to 8 pm in the school.

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We cannot at present give the full particulars in regard to the Bazaar, pending the meeting of the Men's Committee, on Wednesday, the 15th inst. We can only ask our readers to look out for the large posters that will be issued immediately.

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SCHOOL ENTERTAINMENT

The scholars of our Day Schools commenced the Xmas holidays in a very pleasant manner. On Wednesday, Dec 18th, they gave an Entertainment consisting of School Songs and Drills, together with other humorous Recitations, Dialogues and Songs. Notwithstanding the very unfavourable weather, the Schoolroom was packed, and the performances of the children thoroughly appreciated. Great credit is due to the teaching staff and also to the children, for the excellent Entertainment. When breaking up, each child was provided with an orange and nuts.

MYNYDD ISA

Our best thanks are due to Mrs T. Millington for so kindly providing a new piece of carpet for the pulpit. A gift such as this is much appreciated, inasmuch as it was given unasked for.

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There was a Watchnight Service on New Year's Eve, which was largely attended. We trust that all who made such a good beginning will endeavour to be in their places each Sunday during the year 1902.

Author: Bistre Emmanuel Church

Bistre Emmanuel Parish Church Magazine - p.2"

Bistre Emmanuel Parish Church, Mold Road, Buckley

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