Winsham Chapel - Minutes of Meetings 1911-1922

Minutes of Meeting of Church & congregation Jan 4th 1911 Present Mr & Mrs Taylor, Mr Rowe, Mr Spurdle, Mr Hilliar, Mr H Loaring, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Forsay, Miss Moray.

1)   Bro Taylor read the whole of the minutes for 1910 which were confirmed.

2)   Mr Taylor gave a detailed a/c of the expenditure and income of the church during the year 1910.  Also, the Renovation Fund.   On the weekly offering a balance of £1 0 0d was shown to be in hand.  It was decided that this should be sent to the Evangelist Society.  On the Renovation Fund there was a bal. due to the Treasurer of £3 11 3.  It was decided that a jumble sale and concert be held at the earliest date possible and that a concert be arranged for the same evening and that Mr Fone of Crewkerne be asked to come and recite and that Friends from Chard be asked to sing.  It was resolved that the Secretary of the Cong Union be asked to insert a paragraph in the Annual Report acknowledging the great kindness and splendid help rendered by the Chard Cong Church and to Mr & Mrs Prentice of Ilminster by holding a sale of work and jumble sale in the Chard Cong. Schoolroom on behalf of the Renovation Funds which realized £18 4 4.  Mr Taylor stated that Mr Fry had kindly given a donation of £5 towards the centenary renovation scheme.  This had been handed over to Mr Prentice.                        J Taylor

 

Meeting after service Jan 8th 1911

Mr Taylor explained that the Cong Union now requires that all Ministers and evangelists and their wives must in order to be members of the Cong Church be elected by vote or by transfer whereupon Mr & Mrs Taylor were duly elected.

Mr Taylor further explained that at the annual meeting of the Union he discovered that for the whole time he had been in the county over 8 years.  He had attended the business meetings of the County on sufferance and had no real right there and if this church wished him to be their to represent them they must elect him as a Delegate.  This was unanimously agreed to.

It was further suggested that his travelling expenses be paid out of the Church funds.

 

Meeting after Service Feb 5th.  The following resolution was unanimously passed.  That having heard that the Rev J J Jordan and his wife contemplated returning to Winsham to live we beg to assure him that he has the sympathy of every member of this Church and that we shall most gladly welcome him and his wife back to the fellowship of the Church.  And we trust that the support which we know they will be most ready to give to the work carried on here by the Evangelists will prove a blessing to themselves the Church and the Neighbourhood.  It was stated at this meeting that the deficit amount to £3 11 3 had been met by proceed of jumble sale and subscriptions.                                J Taylor

 

On Feb 23rd the Friends from Venn kindly gave a service of song in the Chapel and the collection was devoted to the hymn book fund.

 

Meeting after the C E Meeting May 9th Friends interested in the School. It was decided unan. to ask Mr Prentice to preach the anniversary Sermon in June.  Also to ask Mr Syms to take the chair on the Monday Mr Gibbs and the Revs F J Hyde & J J Forsey to speak.

 

Meeting called after the Com. Service May 7th

The following names were submitted for Church Membership

Mrs Good, Mrs Bridle & Mrs Stroud.  Visitors were appointed.

 

On Sunday June 4th after satisfactory reports had been given by the Visitors Mrs Good, Mrs Bridle & Mrs Stroud were unan. elected as Church members.

At the Com Service the right hand of fellowship was given to Mrs Good and Mrs Bridle.  Mrs Stroud was not able to be present.

At the close of the service on April 30th Mr Taylor announced to the congregation that he had accepted a call to become Pastor of the Cong Church at Broadwindsor.  A Resolution was passed asking Mr Taylor not to leave until the end of June.

 

I deeply regret that owing to illness I was not able to take the services on June the 25th which was the closing Sunday of my ministry at Winsham.                                J Taylor

 

 

June 18th.  Mr E J Stamp of Honiton came on probation and preached twice.  Mr J S Prentice presided over an after meeting when Mr Stamp was unanimously invited and he was appointed the next day by the County Committee.

July 16th Mr Stamp commenced his ministry.                                                      H E Jordan

 

Church Meeting held 3rd Aug 1911

The transfer of Edgar John Stamp (Pastor) and of Mary Louisa Stamp his wife was received from the Congregational Church at Honiton.  Mr & Mrs Stamp being then welcomed with the right-hand of fellowship by Mr Rowe – Deacon.

It was resolved that Rev H Hammond be appointed as our representative on The Chard & District Free Church Council.                                     Edgar J Stamp 14 Sept 1911

 

At the Communion Service on Sunday evening 7th August 1911

Rev J Taylor and Mrs Taylor (his wife) were transferred to the Congregational Church at Broadwindsor.   Edgar J Stamp 14 Sept 1911

 

Church Meeting held 14th Sept 1911.  Pastor in the Chair.  Minutes of previous meeting read and confirmed.  Reports were presented of Harvest Thanksgiving & Recognition Services.  Harvest Thanksgiving services were held on Sunday Sep 3rd at which the Pastor preached morn & even.  F J Fry Esq was asked to conduct the afternoon service, but being unable to so sent £1 0 0 for the collection.  The service was conducted by Rev H Hammond and address given by Rev J J Jordan.

The Recognition Services were held on the following Thursday Sept 7th when a sermon was preached in the afternoon by Rev W Rosewarne (Pastor of Cong Church, Honiton).  Tea was provided in School Room at which over 40 sat down.  Followed by public meeting in Chapel when J S Prentice Esq, J P Presided and the Speakers were Rev F J Hyde (Chairman of Somerset Congregational Union), Rev W Rosewarne, Rev Forsey of Venn, Mr Sanders (Secretary of Chard & District Free Church Council)  Mr Williams (Deacon of Congl Church Honiton) and Mr Rowe Deacon of this church.  The other business transacted:- it was resolved to open the winter session of Christian Endeavour Society with a Social Evening on Monday Oct 2nd.  Mrs Stamps offer to give the refreshments being accepted.  Also to commence the week evening Prayer Meetings on Thurs Oct 5th.                                                                        Edgar J Stamp 26 Oct 1911

 

Church Meeting held 26 Oct 1911.  The Pastor in the Chair, minutes of previous meeting were read & confirmed.  The connection with the centenary of this Chapel and the Autumnal Meetings of the Somerset Congregational Union (Western District) to be held at Winsham on Thurs Nov 2nd.  It was resolved that Mrs Stamp & Mrs Jordan be asked to arrange for the tea.                                                      Edgar J Stamp 30 Nov 1911

 

Church Meeting held 30 Nov 1911 The Pastor in the Chair.  Minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed.  Reports were given of the Union Centenary Meetings held on Thursday Nov 2nd at which a sermon was preached in the afternoon by Rt Hon Sir J Compton-Ricket MP DL of London who also spoke at the tea table subject “The Church’s opportunity”.  At the Centenary Meeting in the evening the chair was taken by P H Deverell Esq! JP of Western-super-Mare, Chairman of the District.  J S Prentice Esq, JP, who gave a very interesting account of The History of the Church.  Also Rev F J Hyde, Chairman of Somerset Congregational Union.  A fund was started in aid of putting new roof to manse.

£9 17 6 being promised at The Meeting.

The Proceeds of the Day were also devoted to this fund.

£2 1  4 ½ p being handed to Mr Prentice as Treasurer of this Fund.

 

It was resolved that we ask Rev Joyce if he could arrange for a Missionary Deputation to speak here in the spring.

 

That a Watch Night Service be held, and a week of Prayer Meetings commencing Jan 8th.

A circular letter was read from the Secy of Union.      Edgar J Stamp 9 Jan 1912

 

 

Church Meeting held Jan 9th 1912.  The Pastor in the Chair.  The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed.  The schedules for 1911 were passed as correct and ordered to be signed.             E  J Stamp 31 Jan 1912

 

Church Meeting held Jan 31st 1912.  The Pastor in the Chair.  The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed.  Pro by Mrs Forsey, sec by Mrs Golesworthy and carried that Mrs Stamp be delegate to Somerset Congl Union Meetings.  Mr Rowe pro and Mrs Forsey sec and carried that 12 envelopes be obtained from the L.M.S. for self denial week.  Mrs Stroud pro and Mrs Forsey sc & carried that we purchase 12 new Sankey’s Hymn Books at 3d each for Sunday Evening Services.   E J Stamp Feb 29th 1912

 

Church Meeting held 29 February 1912.   Pastor in the Chair.  Minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed.  A letter was read from Miss Linsmeyer resigning the position of Organist.  Resolved that a letter be sent to Miss Linsmeyer.  Thanking her for her past services and expressing regret at her leaving us.  Also that a present be given to Miss Linsmeyer in Appreciation of her work during the many years  she has filled the position of organist.  Mrs Stamp and Miss F Forsey were appointed to collect subscriptions for the same.  The presentation to be made on behalf of the Church and Congregation at Sunday evening Mar 25th.  It was unanimously resolved to ask Miss Fanny Forsey to become organist for Sunday evening services on the usual terms.  Miss Forsey being present.  Accepted the position.  A letter was read from Rev Joyce stating that Rev A W Wilson of British Guiana would address a meeting as deputation of the LMS on Monday evening Mar 18th at our Chapel.                              Edgar J Stamp 4 Mar 1912

 

Church meeting held 4 April 1912.  Pastor in the Chair.  Minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed.  It was decided to discontinue Thursday evening Meetings during summer months.  Also church meetings unless special business arise.  The Communion Collection of Easter Sunday to be in aid of LMS Widows & Orphans Fund.

 

At the Communion Service on Sunday evening 4 Aug 1912.  On the motion of Mr Rowe, seconded by Mrs Forsey, Miss Brown was received into the fellowship of this church by transfer from the Lansdown Baptist Church, Bournemouth.                                                       Edgar J Stamp  5 Dec 1912

 

Church Meeting held 5 Dec 1912.  Pastor in the chair. Minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed. On the motion of Mrs Stroud 2nd by Mrs Spurdle, Rev H Hammond & Mrs Stamp were appointed delegates to Chard & District Free Ch Council.  Decided to have 3 Missionary Collecting cards for the children of S.S.  To hold Watch Night Service – also week of prayer in January.

The Pastor to see what arrangements could be made for special evangelistic mission.                                        Edgar J Stamp 9 Jan 1913

 

Church Meeting held 9 Jan1913.  Pastor in the chair.  Minutes of previous meeting read and confirmed.  Resolved to send £3 0 0 to the County Union for 1912 a/c.

Resolved to form Pastor’s Bible Class on Sunday afternoons.

The schedule A/cs were read, passed and ordered to be signed.

                                                Edgar J Stamp 29 Jan 1913

 

Church Meeting held 29 Jan.  Pastor in the chair.  Minutes of previous meeting were  read and confirmed.  Arrangements were made for S S tea on Feb 13.

                                                Edgar J Stamp 9 Jan 1914

 

At the Communion Service on Sunday Evening 7th Dec 1913 Miss Van Vyvern was received into the fellowship of this church by transfer from the Reformed Church at Rotterdam, Holland.                                  Edgar J Stamp 9 Jan 1914

 

Church Meeting held 9 Jan1914  Pastor in the chair.  Minutes of previous meetings were  read and confirmed.  The schedule a/cs were read, passed & authorised to be signed.                                    W J Gadsby May 3rd 1914

 

Church Meeting held May 6th 1914. with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer by Mr Jordan.  The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed.

 

The following resolutions were passed with unanimity

First That the best thanks of the church be given to Our Friend Mr Rowe for his faithful work, as deacon and superintendent of the S School.

Second that a Diaconate of three Deacons should be formed.  Our friends Mr Rowe, Mr Jordan, Mr Hammond were elected as deacons.

Third That the Anniversary of the Sunday School should take place on Sunday July 5th and that Mr J S Prentice be asked to take the Services.  A Committee of Ladies were appointed to make the arrangements.  Mrs Stroud, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Hammond, Mrs Jordan, Mrs Good, Miss Dummett and Miss Forsey.

Fourth That Mrs Sarah Loaring be received as a Member of this Church at the next Communion Service.

Fifth That Mr Singleton be asked to repair the windows of the manse and the mason to reset the furnace.

Sixth That the pastor’s recognition should take place June the 11th.

Seventh That a week night service should be tried during the summer month.

                                    Signed WJ Gadsby

                                                June 19th 1914

 

Church Meeting held June 19th 1914 with the Pastor in the Chair.  The minutes of the last meeting were  read and confirmed.  A letter was read from Miss M Brown resigning her membership and also a letter of transfer of Mr & Mrs Gadsby from the Church at Kingsdon to the Church worshipping at Winsham.  The Pastor read the account of the recognition services, which were very satisfactory.  It was moved that arrangements be made to take the Sunday School Children to Seaton, by brake, sometime in August.  All the above were carried and the meeting closed with prayer by the Pastor.                        Signed W J Gadsby Oct 8th

 

Church Meeting held Oct 8th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer. The minutes of the last meeting were  read and confirmed.   Mr Jordan proposed that the week night be held on Wednesday, instead of Thursday, seconded and carried.

It was proposed and seconded that the anniversary of our church should be kept up  For years it had been allowed to lapse.  It was decided we should have an anniversary this year on Sunday November 8th and the public meeting on the 10th and that the Local Ministers be invited for the occasion and Mr J S Prentice be asked to preside.  It was proposed and seconded that Mr W Spurdle should be our delegate to the Free Church Council meetings Carried.         Signed W J Gadsby               9/12/14

 

Church Meeting Dec 9th 1914 With the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting was opened with prayer and the minutes of the last meeting read and confirmed.  A Letter was read from the Somerset Incorporated Congregational Union Signed by the Rev E Skilton and Mr H J Pollard.  Stating the serious conditions of the finances of the Union.  It was proposed by Mr Jordan and seconded by Mr Spurdle that we send an extra five pounds for the year ending 1914.  Carried.  It was also proposed, seconded and carried That a Farthing Club should be started in connection with our church at the commencement of the New Year and that Mrs Gadsby be appointed Sec and Treasurer.  It was also decided that a Xmas party should take place on Monday December 28th by the Members of the Church and congregation and scholars and teachers of our Sunday School.  Sympathy was expressed for our good friend Mr Rowe who had been laid aside for several days with illness praying he would soon be able to get about again.      W J Gadsby March 5th 1915

 

A short church was held on Friday Jan 8th after the service, where the schedules was examined and passed.

 

A short church meeting was held on Wednesday Jan 27th when Miss Barr’s request for membership was brought forward.  It was proposed by Mr Rowe, seconded by Mrs Goldworthy that Miss Barr be received into membership.  Carried.

                              W J Gadsby March 5th 1915

 

Church Meeting held March 5th with the pastor in the chair.  The meeting opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  It was proposed by Mr Jordan and seconded by Mrs Good that our Egg Service be held on Easter Sunday.  Carried.  and that Mr Prentice and Mrs Prentice be asked to take the services.  It was also decided that the Sunday School Anniversary take place as near July the 11th as possible and that the services in the week be held on the Wednesday. And Mr Prentice and the Local Minister be asked to take the services.  It was proposed and seconded that cowls be fixed on the stove and furnace chimneys, and that a new sieve be bought for the church work.  It was also proposed and seconded that Mr Jordan be asked to call at Mr Loaring’s and ask him to do the manse as soon as possible.  A letter was read from Miss F Forsey resigning her post as organist.  It was proposed and seconded that a letter of appreciation be sent to Miss Forsey for all her good work, in connection with her office as organist.  Carried.                       W J Gadsby  May 5th

 

Church Meeting held May 5th Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  It was proposed by Mr Rowe, seconded by Mr Jordan, that a new stove be bought for the Church.  It was also decided to get new blinds for the window.  It was also decided to hold a Flower Service some time in July and that hymn sheets etc be got for the Sunday School Anniversary.  it was proposed and seconded that the Rev E Mann be asked to preach on the occasion of the S.S.A., failing him Mr Prentice.   

                                          Signed W J Gadsby

 

Church Meeting held Friday July 2nd with the  Pastor in the Chair.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  It was proposed and seconded that a Tea Meeting be held in connection with the S.S. Anniversary.  The sermon in the afternoon be preached by the Rev J Keen of Chard carried.  It was also proposed and seconded that Mr Charles A Cullen’s name be re-entered as a member of the Church.  Mr Cullen has been away from the District for some time.  It was also decided the flower service be held as near the date as last year as possible.                                  W J Gadsby

 

Church Meeting held Oct 6th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  It was proposed and seconded the Church Anniversary be held on Sunday Oct 24, and on the following Thursday and that Mr Prentice be asked to conduct the services on the Sunday and the Rev Ambrose of Crewkerne be asked to preach on the Thursday and Rev T Forsey and Mr Prentice also be ask to address in the evening.  It was also decided to have a tea on the occasion.    Signed Dec 15th 1915 W J Gadsby

 

Church Meeting held Dec 15th 1915 with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer and the minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  Our Young Friend Harold Spurdle resigned his post as organ blower.  A vote of thanks was passed to our young friend for the work he had done for so many years.  The names of two lads was mentioned who might take his place.  The Pastor was appointed to see them.  It was proposed by Mr Jordan and seconded by Mr Rowe that another                be sent to the Union towards the Evangelist Fund the end of this year.  It was also decided that the Christmas Pary in connection with the school be held the first Thursday in January.          Signed W J Gadsby Jan 10th 1916

 

Church Meeting held Jan 16th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  After prayer had been offered the Schedules for the year was examined passed and signed.  It was proposed and seconded that Miss F Forsey become Organist for the Bible Class.    Signed Oct 9 1916 W J Gadsby

 

Church Meeting held Oct 9th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer and the minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed. It was proposed by Mr Jordan and seconded by Mr Rowe that five pounds be sent to the Congregational Union.

The Names of our Friends Mr & Mrs Smith and Mrs Phelps was brought forward for membership.  It was proposed and seconded and carried unan. that they be accepted.  The question of the water coming into the school room was discussed.  It was proposed and seconded that Mr Smith should examine the roof and report at the next church meeting what is best to be done.      W J Gadsby Jan 10th 1917

 

Church Meeting held Jan 10th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer and the minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.   The schedules for the year 1916 was examined passed and signed.  It was pro by Mr Jordan and seconded by Mr Rowe that some arrangements should be made for the repairs of the Chapel and School Room.  It was also pro and seconded that a Social be held in connection with the church.                     W J Gadsby March 12th 1917

 

Church Meeting held March 12th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.  It was proposed and seconded that the Anniversary of the Church should be held on April 1st and 4th., and Mr Prentice be asked to take the services.  The question of the consecration of the unconsecrated part of the Cemetery, suggested by the Local Government Board, was thought to be a very serious matter by the church, it was proposed and seconded that the Pastor should protest against it which was unanimously carried.                       W J Gadsby Dec 11th 1917

 

Church Meeting held Dec 11th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.   It was proposed and seconded that a further five pounds be sent to the Congregational union, making a total of £15 0 0 sent this year (1917).  It was proposed and seconded that Mr J S Prentice be asked to become a honorary Member of our Church.  It was also decided that Mr Singleton be asked to repair a window in the Manse.                                    W J Gadsby Jan 8th 1918

 

Church Meeting held Jan 8th with the Pastor in the Chair.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.   The Schedules was examined passed and signed.  Our young friends of the S School and the Members of the Bible Class had their Social on Wednesday Jan 16th 1918 when a very enjoyable evening was spent.                            Signed Jan 22nd 1918 W J Gadsby

 

Church Meeting held Jan 22nd with the Pastor in the Chair.  The meeting opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed.   Our Brother Mr Albert Smith took over the office of Church Treasurer and the Book with the Balance of £9 0 0 was handed over to him by the Pastor.  Our Sister Miss F Forsey took over the Treasurership of the Sunday School and the School Book with the Balance of £3 13 0 was handed over to her.  May God’s blessing rest upon them in their work for him.

The following resolution was proposed by Mr Jordan, and seconded by Mr Rowe – “We as a church deeply regret to learn our friend Mr Gadsby will shortly be leaving us for another sphere of labour.  We therefore would record that during Mr Gadsby ministry of nearly four years, great success and blessing has been experienced and that also, there have always been the greatest love and unity between Minister and people.  It is our earnest prayer that divine blessing will ever rest upon Mr & Mrs Gadsby and family, in all their future work, and in their new home they may have increased happiness and success.                  F J Pavey                  23/4/1918

 

 

April 23rd 1918 Church Meeting.  Present Mrs S J Forsey, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Jordan, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Green, Mrs Pavey, Messrs H D Row, J J Jordan, F J Pavey (Pastor). After hymn, reading and prayer, the minutes of the last meeting was read and signed.

The Church at Bishops Hull by letter from Secty applied for the transfer of Pastor W J and Mrs Gadsby.  Mr J J Jordan pro, and Mr H D Rowe sec.that the transfers be sent.

1.   The Church Anniversary & Recognition Services – pro by Mr Jordan, sec by Mr Rowe, to be held May 12th and 15th.  Preacher the Pastor Sunday May 12th, Wed service 3.45 p.m. Tea 5.30 p.m. Publc meeting 7 p.m. Preacher for afternoon if possible Rev J Clement Angel of Beaminster, failing him Rev FB Wyatt Axminster.  Tea at 5.30 pm, tickets 8d each.  Children of the Sunday School 6d each.  Mr Jordan suggested that Mr Bryant, Grecham, would be best to get provisions etc for us his suggestion was adopted.

Evening meeting Chairman J S Prentice, Esq, Speakers Revs J Kneen, R Forsey, J
C Angels, F B Wyatt.  Handbills to be obtained from Mr Baily Ilminster.  The Pastor to see to arrangements.

2.   Church meetings be held monthly on Thursday before Communion Service, to commence ¾ hour after the commencement of weekly prayer meeting Prop by Mr Jordan Sec by Mrs Spurdle.

3.   A Class for young people from about 15 – 20 years who have a desire for church fellowship and have any signs of coming out on the Lord’s Side was suggested by the Pastor, Pros by Mrs Jordan and sec by Mrs Stroud that the suggestion be adopted.

The meeting closed after prayer by Mr Jordan.   

Signed F J Pavey 30/5/18

 

May 30th 1918 Church Meeting after the Weekly Prayer Meeting, Present Mrs Forsey, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Good, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Green, Mrs Pavey, Messrs Rowe, Jordan & F J Pavey (Pastor).  After prayer by the Pastor the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

The transfer of the Pastor and his wife from Ilverton Congl church was accepted.

Chard & District Free Church Council applied for our affiliation fee for last year and this.  Pro by Mr Jordan, sec by Mr Rowe and carried that same be paid.

Sunday School Anniversary, was then considered.  Mr J S Prentice had been spoken to about the same, it was decided for the Pastor to take morning service, Mr Prentice afternoon and evening, the date July 7th or 14th which would be most convenient for Mr Prentice.  After a little consideration it was decided to have the SS Anniversary hymns from Sankeys Book, the Teachers & Organists to form a committee for the selection of same.  Decided not to go to the expense of printing bills for anniversary.  The childrens treat was then mentioned but it was decided to leave that until a later meeting, the meeting then closed with prayer.

Sunday School anniversary held July 7th Morning service the Pastor, After & Evening Service conducted by J S Prentice Esq JP very good time. 

Collection £1 7 7                                 Signed F J Pavey 4/7/1918

 

July 4th 1918

Monthly Church Meeting Present 6, Mrs S J Forsey, Mrs Good, Mrs Green, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Pavey & F J Pavey (Pastor).  The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed and as there was no other business the meeting closed with prayer by the Pastor.

                  Signed F J Pavey 31/7/1918

 

July 31st 1918  Monthly Church Meeting 9 present Mrs Golsworthy, Mrs Green, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Jordan, Mr J Jordan & F J Pavey (Pastor).  After prayer by the Pastor, the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

Harvest Thanksgiving service was fixed for Sept 8th.  Preacher the Pastor proposed by Mrs Stroud and seconded by Mrs Loaring, carried.

Proposed by Mr Jordan & sec by Mrs Stroud that the bill of 9/- for Sankey's Hymns be paid.

The Treat for Sunday School was considered, and as none of the Sunday School Teachers were present, that the Teachers fix date as early as possible.

The Pastor mentioned about the Rates of the Manse as he desired to know what the Church did as regard same, as there were payments made during the last pastorate, and nothing was recorded in the minutes and as there were not many present, decided to defer the matter to next meeting, meeting closed with prayer.

                        Signed F J Pavey, 29/8/1918

 

Sunday School Treat was held Sat Aug 10th 1918 in Mr A E Smith’s field.  A good number of the friends joined us at the tea in school room.  A very pleasant time was spent, the weather was ideal.  Usual games races etc.  Mr Smith lent 2 of his horses for the children to ride and Mrs Jordan brought a donkey for the same purpose.

 

August 29th 1918.  Monthly Church Meeting.  Present Mrs S J Forsey, Mrs Bridle, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Pavey, Messrs J Jordan, H Rowe & F J Pavey (the Pastor).   The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  Arising from Minutes, decided to have Sale of Harvest gift on Tuesday 10th Sept.  The manse rates were discussed.  Proposed by Mr Jordan & sec by Mr Rowe, that the Church pay no part of the Rates, the Pastor to pay all and to be entered in the Minutes Book to that effect, as in the past it had only been done under special circumstances.  The Pastor mentioned that we should have to give some consideration to the finances of the Church.  The meeting closed with prayer by the pastor.

                              Signed F J Pavey, 3/10/18

 

September 8th The Harvest Thanksgiving Services were held.  Preacher Morning & Evening the Pastor.  Morning services not many more than an ordinary service present, but the evening about 130 present.  The afternoon Rev J Cross of Cardiff conducted a young peoples service 55 present.  The collection for the day was £1 11 2.  On Tuesday the gifts of fruit, vegetables, were sold which made £4 7 6.

 

October 3rd 1918.  Monthly Church Meeting.  The Pastor presiding, Present 8, Mrs A Loaring, Mrs Phellps, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Jordan, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Pavey & Mr J J Jordan.  After prayer, the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  There was not further business, the meeting closed with prayer.

                        Signed F J Pavey  28/11/18

 

Oct 31st 1918.  No meeting as only Mrs Forsey, my wife and self present, so many unwell with influenza.

 

Nov 11th 1918  The news was received of the signing of the Armistice with Germany at 5pm.  I decided to call a meeting together at 8pm for thanksgiving and prayer.  46 came after opening by hymns, reading, a few remarks and prayer.  The meeting was then led in prayer by Mr J J Jordan of our Church, Mr G Long, Brethren, Mr S Cross, Venn Church & Mr J Loaring Ebenezer Baptist, a good helpful time spent.  Praise God the great struggle ended.

 

November 28th 1918.  Monthly Church meeting.  the Pastor presiding.  Present 8, Mrs S J Forsey, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Pavey, Messrs H D Rowe, J Jordan & E Smith.  Opened with prayer.  the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  The Pastor proposed that consideration be given to erecting something to the memory of those of our Sunday School who had fallen during the Great War.  It was impossible (he stated) that we could do anything that was worthy of the sacrifice that they had all made, who were one time boys of our Sunday, yet he thought that something ought to be done, so that those following us should know who had fallen and who had served.  It was decided to consider the matter further at a later meeting.

The Pastor also asked that in the name of the Church he may be permitted to write to those serving, expressing our gratitude and appreciation of the service they had rendered and good wishes for Xmas and Coming Year.  It was decided that it should be done.

Then followed a consideration of the financial condition of the Church, Repairs had been done which amounted to just over £19 and also we had not received as in previous years the help from Mr Hugh Trenchard, and instead of £25 we should send to County Union £30 per year.  Several suggestion were made nothing definite decided upon, the Pastor was asked to write Mr H Trenchard, stating our condition and to know whether he could render any assistance, meeting then closed with prayer.

                                          F J Pavey 2/1/1919

 

Jan 2nd 1919 Church meeting after payer meeting,  Pastor presiding.  Present 7, Mrs S J Forsey, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Green, Mrs Jordan & Mr Jordan. The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  The Income & Expenses for the past year as far as was ready for balance sheet were presented.  It was decided to hold a meeting of the members and subscribers on Mon Jan 13th to deal with a/cs and also to consider the suggestion of a memorial to the fallen and those who fought during the war.

A request was received from the LMS for our support of the Widows & Orphans Fund.  Decided to give Jan Communion Collected and to ask any outside help.  A postcard was received from the Church Aid & Home Missionary Society asking for something to be done for their centenary fund.  Meeting then closed with prayer.

                              Signed   F J Pavey 30/1/19

 

Jan 13th  Meeting of Church & Congregation to present the Balance Sheet of the past year and also to consider the financial position of the Church.  The Pastor in the Chair.  Mr Jordan opened with prayer.

The Treasurers report given by the pastor in the absence of Mr Smith.  We commenced the year with a balance in hand of £8 3 1, weekly collections £19 19 4, Quarterly £5 7 6, Harvest £6 2 8, Recognition Services £1 8 3, Total £38  9  7 1/2.

Expenses – Supply in March 10/-, Incidentals £10. 2. 11½ , Repairs £20 .5. 10., County Union Evangelist Fund £13.0.0 (which should have been £30.0.0) – Total £43.18.9½

leaving a balance due to the Treasurer of    £2 17 11 ½.

The Communion Fund £1 2 4¼.  Sunday School income £4 9 6¼.

Suggestion were made as to what we could do to improve the financial position, the Pastor suggested a system of envelopes for the weekly offering, Mrs Loaring proposed and Mrs Stroud sec that we see what can be done as to how many would be willing to adopt it.

The proposed memorial tablet to the fallen and those who served during the war was then considered.  Decided for the Pastor to make enquiries as to cost etc.  meeting closed with the Benediction.        

                            Signed F J Pavey 30/1/1919

 

Jan 30th 1919  Monthly Church meeting.  Present (7), Mrs S J Forsey, Mr & Mrs Jordan, Mrs Spurdle, Miss F Forsey, Mrs Pavey and F J Pavy, Pastor presiding after Prayer the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

Mr J J Jordan & The Pastor were appointed Delegates to the County Union.

The Church Anniversary was fixed (DD) for April 6th & 9th, Rev H Crowe of Merriott be asked to conduct the Sunday Service.

Wed Mr J S Prentice JP to take the Chair of Evening Meeting the Pastor to get speakers.  Rev F B Wyatt of Axminster as one.

The Preacher for the afternoon the late Pastor, W J Gadsby

                                    F  J Pavey 27/2/19

 

Feb 27 1919  Monthly Church meeting.  Present (6), Mrs Forsey, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Jordan, Mr Jordan &  F J Pavy, Pastor presiding, the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  it was found as the County Union Meeting were fixed for April 9th and 10th necessary to alter our anniversary services to a week earlier.

                                    F J Pavey 27/3/19

 

Monthly Church Meeting March 27th

7 Present, Mrs Pavey, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Jordan, Messrs Jordan, Rowe & F J Pavey.  The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  The arrangements were made for the tea of the Church Anniversary.  Mrs Jordan to give the order for things to Mr W T Bryant as before, to prepare for 40.  The Pastor proposed Miss Dolly Partridge before the Church as a candidate for Church fellowship.  Proposed by Mrs Jordan, and seconded by Mrs Pavy., that the Pastor and Mr H D Rowe interview her, the meeting then closed with prayer by The Pastor.                               F J Pavey 1/5/19

 

Sunday March 30th 1919.  Church Anniversary Services, the Preacher Rev C B Hughes of Hawkchurch.  Wed April 2nd preached at 4.15 the late Pastor W J Gadsby, of Bishops Hull, from Jno 12.32.  30 present, followed by Tea 35 present.  Evening public meeting Pastor in chair, Mr H D Rowe (Deacon) led in Prayer, Speakers Pastor W J Gadsby, R Forsey (Venn), one of our former Pastors J J Jordan (of Winsham) Mr W T Watson, Colporteur of Chard, about 70 present very good day.  Helpful addresses.

 

May 1st 1919   Monthly Church Meeting 7 Present.  Mrs Forsey, Mrs Stroud, Mr & Mrs Jordan, Mr H Rowe, Mrs Pavey and the Pastor presiding.  After prayer the Minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

Proposed by Mrs Stroud and seconded by Mrs Pavey that Miss Dorothy Partridge be accepted into fellowship carried. 

Sunday School Anniversary was considered decided to write Mr Prentice to know what date in July would be convenient to him, to use Sankey's hymns and to ask Mr Chas Phelps to help with the music.  The Pastor stated that he hoped to take his holiday during the month decided for Mr Jordan to supply one Sunday to be given a fee of 10/- and get local supply for the other Sunday.  Meeting then closed with Prayer.                           Signed F J Pavey 29/5/19

 

 

May 29th 1919      Monthly Church Meeting, the Pastor presiding.   Present 6.  Mrs Pavey, Mrs Green, Miss Partridge, Mr & Mrs Jordan After prayer the Minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  From the Minutes Mr Prentice had promised to come on Jly 13th for Sunday School Anniversary, afternoon and evening, decided not to go to the expense of bills for same.

The fire insurance was next considered, increasing the policy on account of rise in all material.  Proposed by Mrs Jordan & sec by Mrs Pavey that Messrs Smith, Rowe, Loaring, Spurdle, Jordan & Pavey meet to decide upon the matter.

The Childrens treat and railway fare reduction during June and early July was mentioned but as there was not many present decided to leave it until later.     F J Pavey 3/7/19

 

July 3rd 1919  Monthly Church Meeting after the prayer meeting the Pastor presiding.  10 present Mrs  Loaring, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Forsey, Miss F Forsey, Mrs Spurdle, Miss Partridge, Mrs Pavey, Mr & Mrs Jordan, the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

An increased cover for fire had been arranged by Mr Prentice with Mr Colthurst with the permission of the committee.

The scholars outing was considered decided to make application for price of conveyance etc and a meeting later be called to consider same meeting then close with prayer.

                                    Signed F J Pavey 2/10/19

 

Aug 7th 1919

Monthly Church Meeting, Mr Jordan presiding, Mrs Jordan, Mrs Pavey & Miss Partridge present.  Decided to hold Harvest Thanksgiving September 14th and Rev J Cross of Cardiff to be the preachers.        Signed F J Pavey 2/10/19

 

Sept 14th 1919 the Harvest Service was conducted by Rev J Cross of Cardiff, good attendance at the evening service.  Young People’s service the afternoon, collection for the day one penny more than last year £1 11 3,  Sale Monday night made £3 10 0.  Mrs F J Fry of Cricket St Thomas sent 10/- making a total of £5 11 3.

 

Oct 2nd Monthly Church meeting after the prayer meeting.  10 present  Mrs Forsey, Mrs Pavey, Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Bridle, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Green, Mr & Mrs Jordan, the Pastor presiding, after prayer the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

It was decided to make the County Union visitation as much a success as possible the date that Committee fixed as far as we know it would be the last Sunday & Monday of this month

The Pipe of stove in Chapel needed repairs decided for Mr Churchill to see to it as soon as possible.

As the lamp over chapel gate was out of repair decided to write the Parish Council for permission to use the one opposite.

It was suggested to try to fix up one of the lamp in centre of vestry to use for week night meeting.  Meeting then closed with prayer.

                                          F J Pave 4/12/19

 

Sunday October 26th 1919 Rev J H Stranger of Othery, as Visitor in connection with the County Union visitation Committee.  Preached morning Romans 13.14, Paul on Xt, afternoon conduct a young peoples service, evening preached Isa 53.6 The Lord hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all.  Fair number attended each service.  Morn 30, evening 63 present.

On Monday evening he met the Members of the Church and gave an helpful address on Xtian fellowship and church work and life, which closed with the Lord’s Supper.  13 of the members been present.  The Visitation proved very helpful to the church, which we hope will be repeated as time goes on.

October 30th At the prayer meeting when several heard for the first time the sudden Home Calling which occurred on 28th of the wife of Mr J S Prentice, Proposed by Mr J J Jordan that the pastor in the name of the church send a letter of sympathy to Mr Prentice & Family.  Mr & Mrs Prentice, their childhood and younger days were spent amongst this church and our sympathy naturally would be with the sorrowing ones but their sorrow is lighted with the Great Hope in Christ.        F J Pavey 4/12/19

 

Dec 4th 1919 church Meeting, 8 present, Mr & Mrs Jordan, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Bridle, Mrs Green Mrs Pavey, Miss Partridge & The Pastor presiding.  After prayer the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

The Pastor mentioned the difficulty of carrying on the Sunday School on account of insufficient teachers and desired that if the members really could not give any help by attending if they would remember the school in special prayer.  A letter was read from the LMS re widows & orphans fund.  Prop by Mrs Pavy, & sec by Mrs Jordan that the January Communion offering be for that purpose and also to give others an opportunity to contribute to the fund.

A letter was read from Som Congl Union, re the effort made for the increase of Minister stipends.  The Pastor had replied as to what we were doing to endeavour to send in to Evangelist Society our full amount under exceptional circumstances.

Decided to have the Annual Meeting in January for members and subscribers to fill up schedules etc.

Suggested by the Pastor the desirability of having a social evening for the giving of Welcome to the men returned from military duties, no resolution passed upon matter, Meeting then closed with Prayer.        Signed F J Pavey 1/1/20

 

January 1st 1920  Monthly Church Meeting 8 present Mr & Mrs J J Jordan, Mrs Pavey, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Green, Mrs Spurdle, Miss Partridge, The Pastor presiding, the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  A few remarks were made upon the finances of the Church but the balance sheet was not ready.

The Church Roll was considered.  Mr & Mrs Hammond to be written to to enquire whether they wish a transfer, Mrs Cook to be visited to know whether she considers herself a Conglist or Plymouth Brethren, & Mr Cullen to be written re his membership.  The Childrens winter Treat was considered, the Teacher to fix date etc.

Meeting closed with prayer by pastor.                        F J Pavey 4/3/20

 

Jan 8th 1920 Annual Meeting of Church & Congregation.  16 present.  Mrs Green, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Jordan, Mrs Bridle, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Pavey, Misses Forsey & Partridge, Messrs H Rowe, Jordan, members of the congregation Mrs Appleby, Misses D Good & E Stroud, Mr Wm Spurdle, & the Pastor presiding.  Mr Jordan opened with prayer after hymn and reading.

The minutes of the last meeting of Church & Congregation were read.

The Pastor gave the Treasurers Report – Income, Weekly collection £26 4 4, Harvest Services & Sale £5 11 3, Quarterly subscription £5 8 0, Church Anniversary £1 2 21/2, from Lantern Lecture 2/6, given by Mrs Appleby at this meeting 2/3.  Total £38 10 61/2.

Expenses Incidental £10 2 7, Evangelist Society £25 0 0, Supply 10/-, Due to Treasurer on last year a/c £2 17 11½.  Total £38 10 6½.  No balances.

Communion Fund £1 8 7¾, LMS £2 19 1, Sunday School £2 2 6

£12 before the meeting was sent to Evangelist Society  Pro by Mr Wm spurdle & sec Mr J J Jordan the £13 be sent to make £25.

The state of building were considered and as far as could see repairs could not be done with the ordinary income so it was after discussion pro by Mr J J Jordan, sec Mr H D Rowe that we start a separate fund for repair & get up a special effort to meet it, separate a/c for the 2 funds. 

The Centenary of Church Aid & Home Missionary Society was considered and that at a convenient time the pastor try to get subscriptions.

The meeting then close with Prayer by the Pastor           F J Pavey

 

Feb 26th 1920 Jumble Sale proved successful total £

Mar 3 1920 Concert by Rev A  T Cosford & friends from Chard  £

 

March 4th Church meeting after the Prayer meeting.  5 present Mrs Stroud, Miss D Partridge, Mr & Mrs Jordan, the Pastor presiding

The minutes of the last meeting were signed.

The church Anniversary was fixed for April 18th.  Rev H Crowe of Merriott be asked to preach.  & Wed 21st Rev A T Cosford preach afternoon, Evening Meeting Mr Prentice to preside Rev E William, A T Cosford & R Forsey speakers.  Meeting closed with prayer.                            Signed F J Pavey 29/4/20

 

April 29th Church Meeting after the Prayer Meeting 6 present, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Green, Mrs Pavey, Miss Partridge, Mr Jordan & the Pastor, Presiding

The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

The Sunday School Anniversary was considered.  Pro by Miss Partridge & sec Mrs Forsey that have it as early as possible in July.  Mr Prentice to be asked to conduct same and Mr Rowe & Teacher select hymns as last year.  Pro by Mrs Jordan & Sec by Mrs Green.  Meeting closed with prayer.       F J Pavey 5/8/20

 

Aug 5th 1920.  Church meeting after the Prayer meeting 10 present, Mrs Pavey, Mrs Jordan, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Green, Miss D Partridge, Mrs Appleby, Mr Jordan & The Pastor presiding, The minutes of the last meeting were read & signed.

The School treat was considered and decided to accept Mr & Mrs Smith offer to hold it at Hillbarn Farm.  The repairs of the Chapel were next considered and decided for the Committee to meet as soon as possible to see what can be done.  The Harvest Service were next considered & decided to hold them as early in October as possible.  The Pastor to try to get Rev A T Cosford for the afternoon & evening and also if possible to fix up a Tea & Meeting for the week night.  Meeting then closed with prayer.

                                          F J Pavey

 

Sept 2nd 1920 Church Meeting after the prayer meeting, Present 7, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Green, Miss D Partridge, Mrs Pavey, Mr & Mrs Jordan & The Pastor Presiding, The minutes of the last meeting were read & signed.

Arising out of the Minutes the Scholar Treat was held at Hillbarn Farm.  Proposed by Mr Jordan & carried unanimously that our best thanks be conveyed to Mr & Mrs Smith for their willing help and kindness in entertaining the School at their farm.  Also to Mr Bishop for loan of waggon for conveying the children their and also Mrs Appleby for her help.

Re Harvest Service the Pastor had seen Rev A T Cosford etc after the Chard Deacons had had their meeting he would let us know if he could come.  The Committee for the Renovation had not been able to meet on a/c of been busy with Harvest etc.

The Centenary of the Home Missionary & Church Aid Society’s fund was considered.  The Pastor promised to solicit what  he could from the friends for the same.

                                          F J Pavey 30/9/20

 

Sept 30th

Church Meeting after the Prayer Meeting 8 Present Mrs Spurdle, Mrs Forsey, Mr & Mrs Jordan, Mrs Stroud, Mrs Pavey, Miss D Partridge & the Pastor presiding.  After prayer the minutes of the last meeting were read & signed.

The Pastor reported that the Men’s Committee for the renovations had met and had started to get tenders for the work.

Also that Rev A T Cosford was unable to come out for the Harvest Thanksgiving.

The Work of the Sunday School was talked over and also what could be done for the young people.  The meeting closed with prayer.

F J Pavey 2/11/20

 

Nov 4th 1920

Church meeting after the Prayer Meeting 9 present, Mrs Spurdle Mrs Stroud, Mrs Loaring, Mrs Bridle, Mr & Mrs Jordan, Mrs Pavey, Miss D Partridge, Pastor in chair.

the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

The Pastor reported a start had been made with young peoples.

Meeting closed, prayer.                      F J Pavey 2/12/20

 

December 2nd 1920

Church meeting after the Prayer Meeting 9 present, Mrs Spurdle Mrs Stroud, Mrs Forsey, Mrs Green, Miss D Partridge, Mr & Mrs Jordan, Mrs Pavey, Pastor in chair.

the minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.

The Pastor reported that the work of the YPSCE was certainly promising.

Also that we had received great help from the School in that Mr G Bishop had commenced duties as Supt of the Afternoon School, and that we could look forward hopefully for the future for the school, Meeting then close with prayer.    

                                          F J Pavey 30/12/20

 

December 30th 1920

Church meeting after the Prayer Meeting 8 present, Mesdames Spurdle, Stroud,  Green, Pavey, Jordan , Miss D Partridge, Messrs  Jordan &  Pavey.

The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed.  Next Thursday Jan 6th the date fixed for Annual Meeting of Church & Congregation to pass annual a/c at 7.45 after the service, meeting closed with prayer.              F J Pavey 3/3/21

 

Jan 6th 1921 Annual Meeting of the Church & Congregation.  10 present.  Mesdames Forsey, Loaring, Pavey, Appleby, Misses Bishop, Partridge, Messrs Spurdle, Bishop, Jordan.  The Pastor opened with prayer.  The minutes of the last Annual Meeting were read & signed.

The Pastor read the Treasurers report in his Absence.

We had sent to The Evangelist Fund £26 of the £30 we were to send.  The Treasurer had £4 10 4 ½ in hand and sent word that if was present he should propose send £4 10   the 10/- a small amount towards the arrears of the past 2 years proposed by Mr Jordan & sec by Mr Wm Spurdle that that be done carried.  The total receipts for all sources were £126. 12 7 ½. 

Our thanks is due to a few friend for a new lamp over gate.

Report

During the year we lost one of our old members Mrs A Pearce we regret – No additions to our fellowship during the year.  Average attend Morning Service 17 adult, 6 ch – total 21.

Evening Services 41 adult 7 ch, Total 48.

Week Night average for the year 12, but during the past 3 months an improvement, 16 average.

Thankful that although we got £71 10 for repairs there is also an increase in ordy income.                    F J Pavey

 

 

September 7th 1921

 

Services in connection with the re-opening of our Chapel after repairs and redecoration were held.  At 4.15 p.m. Rev Richard Newell A.T.S. of Yeovil, the Secty of the County Union, preached from Matt 27.42

5.30 pm tea in schoolroom

6.45 pm Public Meeting Chairman J S Prentice Esq JP of Ilminster, Speakers Rev Geo S Woodeson of the Baptish Church Chard, Rev H Cheney of Axminster and Rev R Newell.  The Pastor-Evangelist, F J Pavey gave a brief statement of the finances of the Renovation fund.  Previous to commencing the work by Sales & Co £100 had been raised, the bills that had been received amount to £135 and other a/c not received would make it about £140, the collections at the 2 meetings amounted to £2.19. 4.  Mr R N Southcombe, Chairman of the County, who was unable to be present, promised £1.1.0, Mrs Jordan had undertaken secure money for a carpet for the pulpit and Mrs Appley to renew decorative cord and fringe of the Bible rest.  Mrs Bishop covering of organ bench, Mr Bishop board and stucco to inside of school porch which did not pass through the a/cs.

The work was carried out by Messrs W C Way  & Hutchings Bros of Thorncombe, with which every one seemed satisfied with the manner it was done and price charged.

The School-room badly needs repairs inside but that for want of money we must let remain over for a time.  On Sunday, September 11th these services were continued when the Preacher for the day Mr W J Gadsby the late Pastor when a pleasant and helpful day was spent.

 

Sunday April 30th 1922 Church Anniversary, Mr Wm Williams the newly appointed Pastor, conducted the services on Wed May 3rd we received a visit from our Moderator the Rev E P Powell MA who preached in the afternoon from 2 Theos 3.5, Tea followed in the schoolroom.

The evening meeting J S Prentice Esq JP presided who presented on behalf of the church to Mr & Mrs F J Pavey (the Pastor) a handsome striking clock, suitable inscribed, wishing Mr & Mrs Pavey every blessing in their new sphere at Kingsdon & Ilchester.  Helpful addresses followed by the Moderator and the Rev A T Cosford of Chard, a very good day.

           

                    

 

 

 

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