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Reports of previous BASH events, 2006-2007
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Tuesday 8th of May 2007 "The Dams Raid" - an illustrated talk by Jim
Shortland.
The May 8th BASH exclusive was a resounding success.
An evening devoted to the Dambusters was enjoyed last Tuesday by over 100 guests at the annual BASH special. For a full report
follow THIS LINK.
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Tuesday 3rd of April 2007 "The Pilgrim Fathers" - a talk by Sue Allan.
The April 3rd BASH meeting was Sue Allan, the author, who gave a talk on the Pilgrim
Fathers. She was accompanied by her co author and researcher, Roger Vorhauer,
who is here on a visit from his home in San Diego.
Both of them wore outfits from the period with Sue wearing the kind of
dress the women wore at the time of the voyage.
Sue outlined the story of the Puritans from our area and their religious
struggles and persecution. Eventually, unable to continue any more, they made
their way to Boston and despite spending time in Boston gaol they finally set
sail for Amsterdam.
They spent several years in Holland then left in 1620 to put into Plymouth,
England. They then set sail in the Mayflower and landed, not at their expected
destination, Virginia, but in Plymouth, New England. There was no support
system here and during the first winter at least half of them died from scurvy.
It was only the guidance of the native Americans, who taught them how to plant
Indian corn, which led to their survival.
After the talk Sue sold signed copies of her two books, The Mayflower Maid
and Jamestown Woman.
Photo L to R: Pat Parkinson, Roger Vorhauer, Sue Allan, Josie Webb.
N.B.All the tickets for the Dams Raid on May 8th have been sold.
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Tuesday 6th of March 2007 "Just Jane - two farmers and a Lancaster" -
a talk by Jenny Walton.
The March 6th BASH meeting was the first to be held at the Brigg & District
Servicemen’s Club and was a great success. The venue was ideal and the 125
people who attended were able to sit comfortably and hear the speaker, Jenny Walton,
clearly. Jenny is an experienced author and Journalist with a long-standing interest
in the RAF and particularly it’s role during World War II.
The story she told was one of survival, dedication and sheer determination.
She gave us background information on the Lancaster Bomber and it’s place in
the air offensives of World War II and how Just Jane was acquired by 2 Lincolnshire
farmers, Fred and Harold Panton. The 2 brothers have lovingly restored her to pristine
condition. They consider Just Jane to be a salute to the men and women of Bomber
Command, living and dead, who gave so much in the cause of freedom. One of those who
died was their brother, Chris.
The evening ended with Jenny signing copies of her book and the crowd enjoying
an excellent buffet supplied by the Vines Restaurant.
Photo left to right: John Andrews, Jenny Walton (speaker & author), Tom Andrews
and Marion Millest.
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Tuesday 6th of February 2007 - A Journey through the Towns and Villages of Mid-Lincolnshire
John Smith, a local photographer and amateur historian, brought a selection of
fantastic slides depicting towns and villages in Mid Lincolnshire from Grantham
to Boston.
He visited such places as Folkingham and it’s House of Correction, Sleaford
and it’s Malting Kilns plus lot’s more places including Alford, Horncastle and
Market Rasen.
The slide show was well received by an audience of about 70 people.
Brian Denison gave a vote of thanks.
Prior to the meeting Chair person, Josie Webb, thanked John for coming and
explained that our speakers and amplifier had been taken from store cupboard
and apologised if anyone had difficulty in hearing.
Photo left to right: Peg Francis, John Smith (speaker), Chris Witty, Kathy Wright, Brian Denison, Kathleen and Barry Dixon-Hempstock.
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Tuesday 2nd of January 2007 - Annual Brigg Quiz"
The Jan 2nd BASH meeting was a quiz organised by Brian Denison.
There were 27 Christmas carols to identify and 27 questions about Brigg,
such as name links, like Kings CROSS street. Old street names and windows on
buildings in Brigg were also part of the evening.
Ted Cox brought 10 objects from 1930’s to 1990’s to be identified e.g. a tongue press
made by E.H. Smith ironmongers, bought in the 30’s, a wallpaper trimmer from the 40’s
and a Ladies handbag lock from 1937 etc.
The quiz was won by “We Three” consisting of John and Vallery Holland and Mary
Millard. The runners up were “Also Ran” who were Bill Batchelor, Ted Cox, Marie
Noon and Sandy Higson.
Brian Denison is presenting the winning team with their prize while the runners
up look on.
Photo left to right: Brian Denison, Bill Batchelor, Marie Noon, Mary Millard,
Sandy Higson, John and Vallery Holland.
The meting was opened by Josie Webb who wished everyone there a merry Christmas and happy New Year and thanked them for their support in 2006.
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Tuesday 5th of Decenber 2006 "The Old Inns and Alehouses of Brigg"
Sandra Firth gave a fascinating talk about the old Inns and Ale Houses of Brigg.
She began with a history of when and where the traditions of brewing and wine making came from. She also explained the origins of pub signs and names before talking about the many numerous pubs in Brigg, some of which have long gone; the Bacchus and Ton, the Lamb, the Ship to name a few.
Photo left to right: Brian Dennison (Vice Chairperson), Sandra Firth (speaker), Dawn West and Breck Parish (two of our sponsors).
The meting was opened by Josie Webb who wished everyone there a merry Christmas and happy New Year and thanked them for their support in 2006.
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Tuesday 7th of November 2006 "TV nostalgia from the 50s, 60s and 70s"
Terry Richards came to our monthly BASH meeting and gave an extremely well received talk
on T.V. Nostalgia, recalling such programmes as Dixon of Dock Green,
The Avengers, I love Lucy, Z cars, Maverick etc.
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Tuesday 3th of October 2006 "The Life and Loves of Nelson"
Marilyn Roberts gave a talk on the Life and Loves of Nelson at the Ancholme Inn, Brigg.
It was a very fascinating talk. It was also the anniversary of the 3rd year of BASH
and hopefully of many moor years to come.
Photos left to right: Nicky Gray, Marilyn Roberts (speaker), Fiona Todd, Josie Webb (chairman).
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