The Dorset County Express and Agricultural Gazette.
Dorchester, Dorset, England, 1865-06-06 00:00:00

BEA MINSTER.

HAYMAKING has oommeneed in this neighbourhood.
Mr. Henry oalpin mowed and carried a field of
meadow gram.

CHARMOETH.

THIS picturesque watering village, in common with
the larger places will not be behind hand in celebrating
the 28th of June. We hear that a first-rate band
has already been engaged, in addition to the annual
picnic. It is expected that a cricket match will also take
place between Charmouth and some neighbouring club.
A lease of a field has recently been obtained,and • large '
number of " navvies" has, of late, been employed in
levelling it, and altho' so recently done, we understand
that it will be la good trim by Coronation-day. Should
the weather prove fine, there is no doubt but that Char-
mouth will be patronized by holiday-seekers from Dorset
and Devon, and, should they find no bet ter amusement, we
recommend them to promenade Charmouth beach for •
few hours, and then return to friend Holly's in the.
evening, and order a tea of home-made bread and
butter, accompanied with the celebrated Charmouth
prawns ! No person has seen the beauties of Dorset,
unless he has visited Charmouth near Lyme; and
Abbey Milton near Blandford.
Nsw GUIDE BOOK.—Mr. J. Wellman has just
published a neat little guide book containing a view of
the village, together with its postal regulations, places
of worship, drives, Sec. The various walks and drives
of this fashionable and beautiful watering-place are
faithfully and concisely described. Charmouth
possesses many attractions. It was selected by Lady
Herbert of Lea, as the best place for the erection of the
Convalescent Hospital, the air is so pure and favourable
to invalids The scenery and landscapes are hardly to
be surpassed for beauty. Many who travel far into
foreign lands to find fine scenery, would, if they sought
the quiet little watering-place above mentioned, discover
more real and true beauty in one week than in months
of wanderings in strange lands. The pretty river Char
offers to the angler plenty of sport, the trout caught
being of a remarkably fine flavour. To the geologist,
the neighbourhod is highly attractive' whilst the beach
is prolific in fossils. The botanist too may indulge
his taste. Cricket clubs, boating in the calm 4ill eve,
or in the rosy morn sea bathing, driving, riding or
walking can be indulged in at pleasure. A grand
public plc-Die takes place annually on the 28th of Juns
and we advise our readers to join the expedition, if
they wish to see Charmouth and spend a pleasant day
amongst the chsrms of nature; and above all things
to purchase Mr. Wellinsn's little book, which, whether
they go or not possesses information which will be both
interesting and useful to those wishing to learn the
resources of our Dot-set watering-places. The work can
he had by forwarding four stamps to Mr. J. Wellman,
jeweller, Charmouth. We add by way of foretaste of
, this compact little guide book, Mr. Wellmais's succint
!notice of the walks and drives. "The walks and
drives around Charmouth and the neigbbourhood
deserving notice," says he, "are those to the beach and
the Cliff; to Catherstone, Wooton, and Lamberts
Castle Hill; to Lyme Regis and Axminster; and to
Bridport, Golden Cap Hill, Whitchurch, Arc. The
walk from the village to the beach can be taken either
through the lower sea-lane, or to the higher sea-lane
and fields; from the beach, the walking may be con-
tinued up the easterner western cliffs; the views from
Which, both sea and land, especially from the eastern
(Cain's Folly) are most extensive. Opposite the western
cliffs are placed the bathing machines. The walk from
Chsemooth to Catherstone and Wooten Fitzpaine,
through the fields is extremely picturesque ; it is entered
opposite the tower sea-lane, the paths to each can
Seely be traced—that to the right, to Catherstone,
which is seen in the distance; and that to Wooten, is
straight forward, and passes near the banks of the
river. Catherstone Lewesten, is a little hamlet, and
contains the manor-house, fares house, de., and an
'elegant little ohnrch built in 1858. Its architecture is
early decorated, and consists of nave and channel ;
it contains some beautiful windows; and is enriched
with sculpture, and many other adornments. Wooten
Fitzpaine is a little village ; its church is nearly
covered with ivy. The village contains but few houses,
the principal of which are Wooten House and the
Rectory. The drive from Charmouth to Catheratone
and Wooten is through a lane entered at the bottom of
the village; this lane also leads to Lambert's Castle,one
of the most lofty and interesting hills in the neighbour-
hood, from which most extensive landscapes and sea
views are obtained. The walk or drive from Charesoath
to Lyme Ra4iB is most picturesque and interesting, the
road to which is that to the left, at the top of the
village, where two reale in that direction -will be
found, the old and the new; the latter is the principal
and most frequented; but the old Toed for a walk will
be found very pleasant, and presents some beautiful sea
and land views. Both roads unite again at the top of
the hill- where the walk may be continued either be
the road or by passing down the fields. The walk or
drive from Charmouth to Axminster presents smile
beautiful hill and vale scenery. The road to Axminsterhi
that to the right, at the top of the village and passes
by Langmoor, Fenihill, "Pen Inn," Ifonkton Wyld,
Ste.. &a. If preferred, it may be varied a short
art-awe by taking the old road, which deviates from it
,en the left at Lianginoor; and joins it again- at '' Pen
lon, Monkton Wyld Church is situated a little
distelliese from the road lifter pamipg "Pen Inn."
It wee mensecrated In 1850.. Is. the cbtncel are some
beautiful witdowe, and the walls a( which are
adorned with enionogreins, he., in gold atil eolpurs.
From Neaten Wyld the mete to Axminster is by
" Hunter's Lodge." These are.only a few out of many
bider but bright descriptions of our local walks and
drives which we will not further despoil Mr. Wellman's
worle by citing." —L. W.
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W HITCHURCH.
lENDLY AND BENEFIT SOCIETY.—The thirtyr
eighth anniversary of this olnb was celebrated in th
usual manner on Monday last. We regret to say th
through some slight misunderstanding only about half th
members were ore mt. We congratulate the society on
the , excellent balaece-sheet presented, which shows N
intimatce of over £9O to the credit of the society. Thula
a erase of great thaukfulpess, especially as most other
spcileiett in the neighbourhood have been sorely. tried,
Shortly after 10 o'clock the members proceeded hi pros
qesenn to the residences of the honorary members
4eailed by the excellent temperance hand of the village
and after giving their kind supporters • very pleasant
ierenade went to churesh. The servioe was read and the
sermon preached by the Rev. Mr. Greig, curate et
Houghton, who chose for his test St. Matthew v. Wei
"1 stay unto you, except your righteousness exceedathe
righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees ye shall to
Co ease enter the kingdom of heaven." The preacher
raid he had been called to preach what was usuelly
known by the name of a "slab sermon," but as he had
tweet before preached on such an matinee, beehould
speak to them as a dying man to dying menas a sinner
to Sinners. He Wee* ma-he a few remarks on the
Solemnity of the words, "I say unto you," and pro-
ceeeed to show what was meant by righteousness, and
thet men, in a- sinheof Nature, had no claim to
Highteousnese ; that the righteousness spoken of was
phrist's, imputed to the believer. lie also showed that
mere morality was not sufficient, for St. Paul spoke of
himself as being blameless touching the law before his
eonversion. The merely moral man was like a beauti-
fully polished marble tomb, fair to the outward appear-
!ince, but containing, as did the tomb, corruption
Within. No water, not even the water of baptism,
°.ld cleanse the soul from its pollution. It most be by
he operatian of God's Holy Spirit, and faith in Christ the preacher °emended a short discourse by repeating
Come lines of Newton's, bearing on the subject. We
ay hers notice the additional improveinents made in
Ibis neat little village church since we last paid it •
isit As most of our readers are aware, through the
unificence of Mr. Michel, of Whatoombe louse, a very
endgame organ, the workmanship of Mr. Gallon, was
lately presented, this, standing ors a raised platform at
the west end of the sacred building, gives that part of
the church a neatly finished appearance, whilst at the
opposite end • handsome stained glass window, the prin-
Eipel figure of which represents the crucifixion, has been
presented by Mr. H. Fowler, in pious memory of his
inneh beloved father.—After service the members pro-
oteeded to the urinal plane for dinner, and the honorary
members having been escorted to the tent by the band
and principal officers of the society, the chair was taken
ty Mr. Fooks, supported by Mr. R. Fowler, Mr. J.
Keynes, Mr. S. Oakley, and Mr. Forester, A first-
elass dinner was provided by Mr. Foster, of the Bell
Inn, whose catering on all such occasions gives every
ftisfaetion. On the removal of the cloth, the Chair-
an an rose and said: Brother members, neighbours and
ends it gives me very great pleasure to meet you this
y to celebrate your anniversary festival, and I take

is is opportunity of thanking you all for your kindness
in putting it off to this time. I wish also to thank you
an behalf of Mrs. Roper and the family. As you are
well aware my friend who usually presides on these
festive occasions has had • severe trial, and therefore 1
hope you will look over any shortcomings. By the
d ath of Mr. Roper we lost a good friend; he was •
elan universally beloved and respected. Under the
circumstances you will, I know, excuse us in bringing
our proceedings to a close as quickly as possible.—The
Chairman then gave "The health of the Queen." He
believed in no part of Her Majesty's dominions were to
be found more loyal subjects than at Whitehurch. The
Queen had endeired herself to the hearts of all her
subjects, and was an example worthy of their imitation.
(Three times three.)—" The National Anthem" was
then played very nicely by the band, the Chairman and
his supporters speaking in very flattering terms of their
performance daring the day.--" The Holdall of the
Prioce and Princess of Wales" was then given, the
Chairman remarking that every account they read of
him plainly showed that he was following in the steps
of his lamented father. He took an interest in all that
oonducied to the happiness and welfare of the people,
and wee a thorough Englishman in his tastes, enjoying
with • keen relish the sports of the field. Of the
Princess most favourable accounts were given, and he
trusted they would be long spared, and enjoy every
happiness. (Loud cheers.)—" God bless the Prince of
Wales"—by band.—The Chairman said that as time
was fast going on he should now propose the toast of
the day,' Success to the Whitchurch Friendly Society,"
and in doing so he most heartily congratulated the
members present on the favourable statement placed
before theua. The past year had been one of peon liar trial to
such societies as theirs. He understood frona Mr. Oakley
that the Blandforcl St. Mary Club had been abged todmw
largely on their funds for sicknees, and he also saw that
to meet their requirements the Monkton Club, though
one of the richest, had been obliged to draw nearly £lOO
out of their stock. But they (the Whitechuroh Club)
hail been highly favour( d in having a balances of up.
wards of £9O to add to their stock. He believed no
other club could show such a balance, and it was a
matter for deep thankfulness to God that he had pre-
served them in health and strength. There was one
thing he was very sorry to see, and that was the small
number of members present. Oat of 95 belonging to
the club, only about 40 bad attended. He did not
think moil should be the case. Some were no doubt
unavoidably prevented from attending, but not all.
He really hoped that this would not occur again. If
they held an anniversary festival let them do it heartily,
and all agree. In conclusion he wished them all every
happiness and euccess, trusting that should they be
spared to meet together he should have to congratulate
them on having even a larger balance than now. (Loud
cheers.)—The following is an abstract of the balance
sheet for the past year —lncome:: In hand June 6,
1864, £5 Is. 9d. ; honorary subscriptions, £6 15a ;
monthly payments, £6l 10s. ; received from treasurer,
£6 10s. ; wishes sold, Os. ; tote, £B3 Is. 9d. Expendi.
lure :Sick pay to members, £4B 17s. ; investment., £l4:
surgeon's salary, £ll us. ; clerk's salary, £3 ; festival
expensss, £4 us.; printing, stationery, leo., 15s. 7d. ;
in hand 9s. 2d. ; total, £B3 3s. 9,1. The society's stock
up to May, 1865, was as follows: Consols, £700;
Savings' Bank, £56 14s. 6d. ; total, £756 14s. 61. May,
1861, £656 19s. 9d.; increase, £99 14s. 91.. -The Chair-
Man said the next toast he had to propose was one he
was sure everyone present would cordially respond to.
It had been his happiness to propose it on several
occasions. It was that of their kind friend Mrs.
I Michel, of Whatoombe. Re had said before, and would
say it again—that he did not believe England could
produce • better woman. The people of Whitchurch
did not know half the good she did, and she had given
another instance of her liberality in subscribing £lOO
towards the schoolmaster's new house. His landlord
had given the ground, and sent a cheque for £5O, so
that they had already £l5O towards the expense of
building. He also desired to couple with the toast the
names of Mr. J. Morsel and his lady. The health of
Mr. Mansel bad been for some time past in a very un-
satisfactory state, but he was sure they would be glad
to hear that he was better, and able to resume
his duties. He asked them riot for three cheers for Mrs.
Michel, and Mr. and Mrs. Mansel, but three times three.
(The toast was most enthusiastically acknowledged.)
Mr. S. Oakey proposed the " health& of Mr.
Fowler and Mr. Fookes," and in doing so spoke very
highly of those gentlemen for their uniform kindness
and liberality. He should call them "The Whitchuroh
Twins," for they were so inseparably connected together
in their endeavours for the welfare of the club, and the
villagers, that it seemed as if they were of one heart
and mind. (Loud laughter.) Of this he felt certain
that they would join with him in the hope that they
might long be spared to take part in such festive scenes.
He congratulated the members on their increased pros-
perity, and trusted that unity and good feeling would
prevail among them. (Cheers.)—Mr. Peeks returned
thanks, and remasked that as to Mr. Fowler and himself
being twins, it was certain they were born in the same
month, but he believed he had slightly the advance of
his friend, for he was born on the 19th May, and Mr.
Flowers' birthday was that very day. (Extra cheers
and good wishes were expressed on that gentleman's be
He (Mr. Fooks) had always endeavoured to work
hand in hand with his" twin tbrother" for the good of
the parish, and he trusts that nothing would emir to
sever the bond of union between them. He concluded
by proposing the health of Mr. Forrester, to which
that gentleman responded, remarking that he always
liked to see happy faces, and trusted they would most
heartily enjoy themselves on that occasion. He then
proposed the health of Mr. J. Keynes, as • gentle-
man who like "the twins of Whitchuroh" was ever
anxious for the prosperity of the club. (Loud cheers.)
—Mr. J. Keynes, after thanking the company for
responding to the toast, expressed his regret that so
many bad absented themselves on that occasion. He
certainly thought that when they were given • holiday
to attend they ought to do so. He had himself not
only given a day but paid his men their wages, and it
was hardly fair for them to go right away, and not
come near the club. If they held an anniversary let
them do it the right way, and all join. As regarded
the band, that ought not to have kept any away, for
they played exceedingly well, and were a very respect-
able body of men, and then as regarded the dinner, he
never wished to sit down to • better. He certainly did
hope that if spared to another year the greater part if
not the whole of the members would be present, and
wishing those in attendance every happiness would
drink all their good healths. (Cheers.)—The Chair-
man said there was one more toast before they separated,
and that was "The health of their wives and sweet-
hearts." He was sure they could not do without the
ladies, and he did not think the ladies could do without
them. (Cheers.)—The company then broke up to en-
joy the sports. A considerable quantity of cakes, nuts,
Sui. was scrambled for by the young people. The band
and some of the members proceeded first to Whatcombe
House and from thence to Mr. J. Keynes', on the grass
plot in the front of whose hospitable residence they
heartily enjoyed themselves, the band playing several
tunes in first-rate style.