[From Manx Quarterly, #25]

BARROW MANX SOCIETY

HOP-TU-NAA.

The annual Hop-to-naa was held in the Queen's Hall, Abbey-road, on October 29th. About 170 assembled and enjoyed the dances and games, which were kept up until 2 a.m. Dancing was interspersed by a capital musical programme, contributed by Miss Corkill and Miss Foulks (Dalton), Mr Wm. Fell, Mr Merrilies, Professor Whitesides (illusionist), and Miss Greta Moughtin, solo pianist. Refreshments were served at intervals, Mrs Boyde, Mrs Hindle, Messrs Clucas and Crebbin being in charge of the commissariat department. Excellent service was rendered by Messrs W. Killip, F. Moore, Thos. Crellin, who officiated as stewards. Messrs Ralph Crellin and Geo. Ciebbin were the M.C.'s, who ably conducted the dances. The games were under the supervision of Miss Killip, Mr H. C. F. Lace, hop. see., and Mr Thos. Morrison, hon. treasurer. The best thanks of the committee are accorded Mr J. R. Kelly for the loan of flags, and to Messrs Qualtrough and Shimmin, chief officers of the Snaefell and Viking, who so beautifully and effectively decorated the hall. Amongst those present were noticed Mr and Mrs J. R. Kelly, Miss Madge Kelly, Councillor Barker, and Mr Jas. Hodgson (vice-president).

PRESENTATION TO MISS KNIGHT.

On Friday evening, October 27th, Miss Knight, Principal of the Greengate Dramatic Society, who is leaving Barrow for America, was the recipient of a valuable chain and pendant, and two volumes of poems, from her many friends connected with the Greengate Wesleyan Church. A social evening was held in the Wesleyan Fall, Greengate, specially arranged to bid farewell to Miss Knight. Songs, games and recitations were indulged in until midnight. Miss Knight also received several useful presents from her many friends in Barrow, including the staff of the laundry.

Miss Knight rendered good service to the Manx Society, and we wish her success in her new sphere of work in America. Miss Knight's parents are natives of Andreas, Isle of Man.

DEATH OF MRS. KILLEY.

The death occurred of Mrs Killey, wife of Mr James Killey, saddler, Barrow Steel Works Co., after an illness extending over several months. Mrs Killey was a native of Peel, and a daughter of the late Mr Thos. Curphey, who formerly was proprietor of the Coach and Horses Hotel, in Peel. After her marriage, Mr and Mrs Killey came to Barrow, and have resided in the town for over 40 years.

During the great war, Mrs Killey lost her favourite son on the battlefields of France, and on receiving the sad news she had a complete breakdown, from which she never recovered. She was of a most cheerful disposition and a great lover of her native place — Peel, and a staunch believer is keeping up the old Manx customs, and was an excellent raconteur of fairy tales and legends in which the history of the Western city abounds. The deceased was a great favourite amongst her numerous friends, and was a devout worshipper and a member of St. Mark's Church. The funeral was largely attended. The first portion of the service was held in St Mark's Church, the (service being conducted by the Vicar, who also conducted the Committal Service at the Borough Cemetery. Much sympathy is extended to Mr Killey and family in their bereavement.

There were many beautiful floral tributes from sorrowing relatives and friends. The bearers were Messrs Turley, R. Welch, F. Teare, and Woods. The principal mourners were :-Mr Killey (husband), Miss Ids Killey (daughter), Mr and Mrs Mills (daughter and son-in-law), Mr and Mrs Pickering (daughter and son-in-law), Mr and Mrs Smith (daughter and son-in-law), Mr and Mrs Johnson (daughter and son-in-law), Mr and Mrs J. Quirk (cousins), Messrs H. Quirk and J. Quirk (cousins), Mrs Curphey (sister-in-law), Miss Curphey (niece), Mr and Mrs H. C. F. Lace (cousins), Mr W. Burden and Mr J. Knight.

DEATH OF DR. ANDERSON.

The, death took place recently at his residence at Silverdale, of Dr. John Wm. Anderson, second son of the late Dr. John Anderson, of Hamilton House, Church Walk, Ulverston, and son-in-law of Mr Wm. Ashburner (President, Barrow Manx Society), who passed away after a prolonged illness at the age of 62 years. The deceased gentleman, who graduated with honours at the Universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, took his degrees of M.A. in 1876, M.B.C.M. in 1880, and M.D. in 1891. After gaining considerable hospital experience in London and abroad, he returned to his native town, where for some time he carried on practice as physician and surgeon at Olive House, but a complete breakdown in health compelled him to relinguish his duties about four years ago. Since then he has been residing in quiet retirement at Silverdale. During his residence in Ulverston, Dr. Anderson frequently appeared Unionist platform as a vigorous advocate of Tariff Reform, and he was also one of the originators of the now defunct " Men's Speaking Class." He leaves a widow and two married daughters. The Anderson family, it is interesting to note, have been associated with the medical profession in Ulverston for 60 or 70 years, and four of the five surviving brothers of the late Dr. John Anderson, viz., James, Douglas, William and Lewis, are still in practice.

The funeral took place at Silverdale, and was largely attended. The Barrow Manx Society, of which he was a member, was represented by the hon. secretary, Mr H.C. F. Lace.

FUNERAL OF MRS. LEWNEY.

There was a manifestation of deep sympathy and respect at the funeral of the late Mrs Lewney, wife of Councillor Wm. Lewney, J.P., of Fair View, secretary of the Furness Iron Miners' and Quarrymen's Union, and president of the Dalton CoOperative Society, and vice-president of the Barrow Manx Society. The mourners were The bereaved husband, Misses Myra and Jennie Lewney (daughters), Mr G. G. Lewney (son), Mr J. Graham (brother), Mrs Nicholson (cousin), Mrs R. Harker (sister), of Egremont; Mr and Mrs T. Caine, Mr and Mrs W. Barben, Mrs W. Ormandy (Askam), Mrs E. Lewney (sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law) ; Miss Laura Caine, Mr John Caine, Mr Arthur Caine, Mrs Robert Caine,, Mr J. Ormandy, Mr W. Barben (nephews and nieces); Miss H. Goulding. The bearers were Messrs J. T. S. Varcoe, J. Coulthard, J. T. Rigg, and Councillor Joseph Burrow, members of the Co-Operative Society Committee. The society were also represented by Mr John Quaye (committeeman), Mr Joseph Weny (secretary), Mr John Kitchin (general manager), Mr W. Hughes (tailoring department). The Dalton Urban Council was represented by Councillors Frank Fisher, J.P. (chairman), W, Bayliff, J. Backhouse, D. J. Crellin, T, Mashiler, Mr Richardson (surveyor), and Mr W. E. Caine (sanitary inspector). Mr Harry C. F. Lace represented the Barrow Manx Society. Representing the Miners and Quarrymen's Union were Messrs Jas Price (president), W. J. Gibson, T. Kaye and S. Foster (members of the Executive) and Messrs R. Cowell, W. Duke, W. Williamson (delegates' committee). Also present were Messrs David Lawn, J.P., manager Barrow Hematite Steel Co.'s Mines and Quarries; T. Davies, J. Fisher, junr., C Eustace, J. Hogg, J. Hume, W. Swindle, E Crewe, W. T. Kaye, J. Mingins, and H Dodd. The service was conducted by the Rev. A. E. Willcox and Councillor the Rev T G. Anderson. The wreaths included one from the Barrow Manx Society, and another from the Miners' Union.

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