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| suzard Researcher Quote | Reply | | The Rag Taghillian posted on: 7/12/2005 1:21:25 AM I wonder if any copies of this magazine are hiding in lofts, boxes etc.? But what was it? |
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replied on: 7/12/2005 1:35:26 AM The Gazette-July 8th 1938 "....later stages of this disease,which has gripped every town and village in the land, sees people scribbling frenziedly on sundry pieces of paper.....then they have to send in these masterpieces to the carnival magazine.....Elsewhere otherwise respectable citizens are cajoling tradesmen into advertising their wares in the magazine....those responsible for the publications in question spend many sleepless nights working out how to pour a quart of adverts and literary matter into a pint pot of magazine.Thus the "Rag-Taghillian is born-the purpose to blaze forth the glad news of the carnival in many thousand homes.On Friday evening the sellers are assembled, and headed by aloudspeaker van they make an extensive tour of the district, selling these merry heralds of the festivities ahead." I have details of events at Heanor Carnival for July 1938-anyone interested? |
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replied on: 7/12/2005 6:44:59 AM I don't think I've seen a copy anywhere. Anything on the old Heanor (or Langley Mill or anywhere else local) carnivals would be of interest. |
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replied on: 7/12/2005 6:28:49 PM I will copy it in sections-as it covers the whole page of the newspaper and is a very dark photocopy. So-Heanor's Greatest Carnival-coming soon! |
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replied on: 7/14/2005 7:31:40 AM The Gazette July 8th 1938 "Heanor Carnival has a proud record to maintain. Not only is it by far the oldest carnival in the district, but it has met with annually increased contributions the ever growing demands of the local medical charities on whose behalf it is organised. In far away 1927-faraway in a carnival sense-the amount allocated was £138. Last year it was £700. This year it will be...that depends on how the people of Heanor and district rally round the organisers in the closing stages of the carnival. The amount distributed since the first carnival is £4320. This must be taken well past the £5000 mark this year.Heanor Carnival has a habit of bubbling over as if the pent up enthusiasm of those taking part must find some outlet before Carnival Week begins. Enthusiasm even contrives to survive the strenuous programme of the week itself and to extend into the following week.We must begin our account of carnival long before the great event has been officially declared open. We have recorded the symptoms of carnival fever manifest in meetings and conclaves in myriad letters on the bright carnival notepaper and in numberless telephone calls and bus rides" the article then goes on to describe the Rag-Taghillian more soon! |
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replied on: 7/14/2005 11:56:30 AM I wonder what ended the annual carnival, lack of financial allocations and/or the War? The War most probably? Roll on chapter 2. Azzabuv. |
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replied on: 7/14/2005 1:20:18 PM Market Place Gaiety On Saturday the festivities themselves started creeping over that allotted opening date of July 3rd. The first event was devoted to showing how to ensure the good health necessary to keep the calls on the hospitals down to a minimum. It was the travelling cinema demonstration which the Health and Cleanliness Council so generously send to Heanor each year. In the Town Hall the first performance of "Snow White and the seven Dwarves", Mr and Mrs G.Pynegar's magnificent contribution to carnival was taking place-more of that anon. Later in the evening crowds gathered around a platform erected in the centre of the Market Place. Gay fairy lights were switched on forming a dainty glowing background.Above them floodlights illuminated the merry scene and searchlights played from the roof of the Cosy Cinema,again placed very thoughtfully by the cinema management. The Ilson Middies Carnival Band occupied the platform and began to play a selection of dance tunes that soon had the feet of the large crowd moving to the rhythmn.Hundreds of people took part including many of the old folkwho occupied the outer ring and reproduced some of their former dancing skill for the insruction of the younger people. So dense was the throng that people on the top deck of passing trolley buses declared that it would have been possible to dance upon people's heads! more soon.... |
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replied on: 7/18/2005 9:16:47 AM The Gazette-July 8th 1938 CIVIC SERVICE "On Sunday morning carnival temporarily entered a more solemn aspest when the annual civic service and parade took place. In past years it has been custom to hold the dervice at the end of Carnival week, but this year a change was made. In accordance with tradition the chairman of the Council was asked to select the venue. Coun C.W.Baker J>P> chose the Wesley Church, owing to renovations in the church itself, which it had proved impossible to finish in time, the service was held in the adjoining Centenary Hall.A parade marshalled by Mr. R.H.Daybell assembled in the Market Place and marched to the Church.It was headed by Ripley United Silver Prize Band and in addition to Coun. Baker and members and officials of the Council, there were present Mr.G.H.Oliver M.P., members of the Police Force, the Fire Brigade, St John Ambulance Brigade,the Town and Trade Association and officials and members of the Carnival. The service was conducted by the Rev. Harry Webster C.B.E. superintendent ministers of the Ripley Wesley Methodist Council, who gave an appropriate and appreciated address. BAND CONCERTS Carnival was officially declared open on Sunday afternoon by Coun Baker immediately preceding a concert given by the band of H.M. Royal Air Force College Cranwell.Coun Baker said afew words and extended his wishes for the success of the carnival and made an appeal for whole hearted support. He was supported byMr. I. Williamson, chairman of the carnival.The band, conducted by Mr A.F. Simms M.R.E, I.R.A.M, A.R.C.M,a frequent broadcasting combination, although the Service Band was only formed in 1921 it is regarded as one of the foremost bands in the country.The afternoon attendance is rarely very large, the main attraction being the evening programme.Just before the evening concert was due to begin however, a heavt storm broke over the town and completely ruined the attendance, but it did not last long enough to justify the organisers using the Cosy Cinema-not to provide the basis for a claim on insurance!!!The wisdom of having an alternative attraction was shown, for the bad weather probably helped to swell the attendance at the Empire Theatre where a concert was givenby Bube Sunshine and his Band. The theatre was filled ,over 700 people being present.A splendid programme was provided, instrumental and vocal items being skillfully arranged.Soloists included Brenda Clayton, Harry Martin and Ben Maze, and Jimmy haze acted as compere. There is so much local history in these articles-I also never realised Heanor Carnival was a week long event! Coming next-The Queen crowned! coming soon-the Queen Crowned. |
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replied on: 7/18/2005 6:19:14 PM The Gazette 8th July 1938 THE QUEEN CROWNED " And then away with the sober attractions and back to the real gaiety of Carnival on Monday, when the big event was the crowning of the Carnival Queen, MISS DOROTHY MEAKIN, the charming Langley young lady who has been selected to preside over Heanor Carnival revels. But here again the Clerk of the Weather decided to take a hand in his most tantalising manner. It had been arranged to crown Miss Meakin on the Town Ground at 7 o clock. A short rainstorm arrived at 6-30 but obligingly cleared away in time to raise hopes that the programme would be allowed to proceed as arranged. Preparations were made on the Town Ground. The rain clouds had only been rolling around the valley, however, and atthe time appointed for the ceremony a thunderstorm broke. It continued for an hour. Torrential rain accompanied it, quite the heaviest of the summer, and the large crowd which had gathered in the Market Place to witness the Queen's departure from the Town Hall scurried for shelter. In the Town Hall there was further excitement, again unrehearsed. Press photographers persuaded the queen and her attendants to pose for a photograph on the stage. One of the photographers, too eager to obtain a correct focus, fell off the stage into the orchestra pit! He was not injured, fortunately, but he afterwards disappeared before Mr Pynegar could get hold of him to persuade him to do this comedy turn every night in "Snow White". Away went the clouds at about 8 o clock and preparations began for the crowning to take place in the Market Place. Again, when all was ready the clouds came back and provided another shower of 40 minutes duration. Shortly before 9 o clock the rain ceased again, this time for a long period, although the dark clouds glowered threateningly overhead and threatened to unload another deluge all the time the crowning ceremony was in progress.It was amazing how many people had patiently waited through the stormand Miss Meakin found hundreds of her fellow residents waiting to greet her when at last she was able to proceed with the crowning.A guard of honourof members of the Ilson Middies Carnival Band lined the route to the large platform in the centr of the Market Place. The queen, alovely figure in a dress of white lace and with a red velvet cloak trimmed with fur, was attended by four senior and two junior maids of honour who carried her long train.The four senior maids were Miss Mildred Hancock of Langley Mill,Miss Gladys Cresswell of Crosshill,Miss Barbars Hancock of Heanor and Miss Gladys Hunt of Heanor.Two dainty junior attendants wereBeryl Holmes and Vera Bilby. All attendants were attired in dresses of ice blue net, cut ankle lenght and had been provided with rich purple capes as protection against the cols if necessary. In addition to the royal party, there were present on the platform Miss Isobel Boxall (Queen of the 1937 carnival), Mr L. Williamson, Mr A.A> Wilson and Coun L. Shipley.Miiss Boxall was introduced to her successor by Mr Williamson, with dignified ceremonial the maids then curtseyed in turn to the new Queen. Miss Meakin knellt on a velvet cushion and an attendant came forward with the crown, which she presented to Miss Boxall, who was to perform the crowning ceremony. Miss Boxall made a short speech before crowning her successor, performing both with the grace which marked her reign last year. "Today I relenquish with great regret the high office which I have proudly held during the past year," she said. "I thank you for the loyal way in which you have rallied round me in support of all the good causes in connection with Heanor's annual Carnival. "I have the very proudprivelege of placing this royal symbol upon the head of my successor with a fervent wish that her reign will be as happy as mine." The crown was placed to a fanfare from the guard of honour. The new queen was escorted to her throne by two of her maids and was presented with her sceptre of office. Little Beryl Holmes presented her with a bouquet and Vera Bilby gave a bouquet to Miss Boxall.Miss Meakin then made her first speech to her subjects, then Mr Williamson made a cheery remark to the audience of "It turned out wet again!" After the coronation the Queen toured the main streets of the town, escorted by the Middies, on her way to the Queen's Ball at I & R Morleys canteen. The ball was one of the most successful for some years. The room had been gaily decorated and the distribution of novelties during the evening added to the carnival atmosphere. The Queen was welcolmed by Mr C.J. Bassford joint governer of the Dance committee. Also present was Miss Joyce Skelton Ilkeston's carnival queen,. Music for dancing was presented by the Bestonians Dance Orchestra and there were spot waltzes to enhance the pleasure of the dancers. M.C's were Mr Bassford, Mr H hancock and Mr L. Kirk." next-Snow White |
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replied on: 7/20/2005 12:38:28 PM SNOW WHITE "The stage shows at Heanor carnival are regarded as highlights of the week.They provide amateur entertainment of a really fine standard... they are a most acceptable form of revenue as they are practically unaffected by the weather.The productions staged by Mr and Mrs G. Pynegar in the past never lacked originality,but Snow White and the 7 Dwarves which opened at the Town Hall on Sat nightand which still has a long run before it surpasses previous achievements.Based on Walt Disney's cartoon film, but the scriot is entirely original and has been written by mrs Pynegar and Mr J.W.Holmes....Snow White might have been a part written for Miss Anna Land, so perfectly does she fit in appearance in acting and singing.Her duets with Mr Jim Holmes, who has the role of Prince, are a feature of the show. The Queen is played by Alf West, well known locally as a comedian, but a comparative newcomer to the company.The 7 Dwarves are Grumpy(Mr. A.E.Weekly), Doc(Jack Coulton), Bashful(George Tudor), Dopey (Roy Lesson),Sneezy(Will Bateman),Happy(Owen Buxton)and Sleepy(Ken Williamson).....Roy lesson also played the piano accordian in several numbers.The dancing scenes in which Mrs Pynegars pupils are introduced are full of grace and charm. Mrs Sylvia Pynegar A.O.D.,M.B.B.O. has the dutieds of principal dancer.Beryl Hobley had a lovely little solo number and Joan Booth dances delightfully. The popular "Lambeth Walk" finds a ready interpreter in Madge Bellamy, and Madge Bateman and Eileen Bellamy give the "Bluebirds". Hazel Simmons and Sylvia Pynegar have a well rendered duo and Kathleen Williamson, Margaret Phillips and Doreen Baker sing with great charm "Alice Blue Gown"Equally happy in rendering is "Basket of Flowers" by others of the tiny tots in Phillipa Brough and Joyce brown. The 2nd half opens with "Toy Town Parade" with Margaret Phillips as drummer, Kenneth France and Kathleen Williamson as the two sentries. Sylvia Pynegar has a solo and in company with Mavis Hobson, Hazel Simmons, and Jessie Sumner, she turns back the leaves of the calender to the "Naughty Ninties". Margaret Allen and the juniors perform "Curly Top" and Madge Bellamy and Madge Bateman indulge in acrobatic antics with amazing agility.An Irish number by Joan Booth.....a full orchestra under the direction of mr Thomas lee provides admirable accompniment. scenery was painted byAlbert Sharpe, Eric Tarlton,and Eric West...dresses made by mothers of the children taking part and Mrs Oxley.. Those taking part in many chorus numbers were Shirley Brough,Iris Turner, Margaret Allen,Audrey Wrigley,Beryl marshall. Joan Brougham,Margaret Williamson,Peggy Eyre,Sylvia Broughton,Joan Baldwin, Betty baldwin, Margaret Plumb, Eileen Brown,Nadin Henson,and John Moor. many of these totsare under school age but they took their parts with commendable confidence. Snow White has played to hundreds of people already and onTuesday evening it was necessary to turn scores of people away." I have found some of my family names amongst these! Coming next "Carnival Express" I |
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