The Dorset County Express and Agricultural Gazette.
Dorchester, Dorset, England, 1874-08-18 00:00:00

T. Sheeran third, Is., W. Legg, Peas-Pleat. 21. ado
I.ocalt ant District 1((b,5. Frampton : second, Is. &1., W. Kew •. third, la, W. I•cik
jun. Kidney_ petatoes -First, 4e., F. Caundle 2ndvls.
• W. Parse; thfrd. le Frampton. Round potatoes-} test:
JUVENILE BENEFIT SOCIETIKS' nTE AT 44., T. Mabey ; aecou4as., J. Webber; third, la, T. Toms.
DORCIfESTIKR. Early roes po tam% - t Harvey; seesnid, 21., T.
Th. laverule members of the Friendly Societies had • Sherren ; third, Is., T. Touts. Turnips-2s. 6d., W. Legg,
gala day on Tuesday, through the considerate kindness jun. Window plants-Feet, 55., F. Caundle ; second, 3.5.,
6,....05ity of the Mayorees (Mr.. O. J. (I. flregory), H. Lea; third, 2a., A. Purchase. Needlework (school
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sod such complete erangements were made for the children)-First, Is., Ruth Moore: second, 2.1., Bessie
entertainment of the party that it was a moat itucceeeful Greening ; third, le. G. Pole. Needlework (open to all)-
sad happy gathering. The Forester. and 0,1,1(5111-eye of First, Maria Sherren ; second. 2.. F. Purehme ; third,
do borough hare within the last two year/ eetabliehed ho., K. leowland. Knitting-First, 4e, Martha Kendall;
Juvenile branches, the object being to train up lade from ...end, 24., J. Purchase third, Is., F. Purchase. Veget-
their early years to such thriftiness as membership of aid, pied, St., W. Hardy, jun. ; second, 3s. 6d., C. Hand;
thees "Deletes Implies and largely conduces to melte+ in third, is. W. Hardy, ten. Collection (special) from seeds
every relation of life. Of course the contributions are presentel by Mr. Burner-10a., W. Riggs. Extra prises
▪ and, as the benefits are fully commensurate-some -Onions in collections, 2e. Pd., F. Greening ; potatoes in
fear greater than the payments warrant, there are no ditto, te. ed., W. Terns: collection, Is 61., Antell ;
funds for an annual feast to the young member., or for knitting. Ste, Frampton; gloves, 2.1., Frampton ; hearth
taking any other steps to extend the societies. Yet all rug, 2a, Dowering.
meet allow that the object Is good, and that the com-
mittee merit the approbation and elipport of all in
authority in the borough. It Mk{ theref ore, a verY
graceful art on the part of Mrs. Gregory, ae the wife of
our Chief %elevate (now, we are glad to say, permanently
added to the Commission of the Peace). to Kies • stimulus
M them juvenile societies, by entertaining the whole of
the members, and gathering them together fors half -day's
enjoyment The scene of the assemblage was the Rectory
Geld, adjoining the Bowling Alley walk. kindly granted
by Mr. Fudge the tenant of the Rev. H. Everett. It it
excellent situated and adapted for the purpoee, and had
been brushed up thoroughly for the oreasion. The
youngeters met at the National School. with the officers
of their societies, and were marshalled in proceesion as
follows:-
Juveniles of "Ilu.l of Hope" Wee of thidfellows, 45
number, wearing bine mambos awl warlet rosettes,
with Bro. Basel' (sae), P Oa Lenten, Groves,
Lanitihrey, Davis, Talbot, Meech, with
Bro. W. Chick, N , and Bro. Cox.
With them was earned the
Foresters' Tl4llllo'
00 Rechabito, distinguished by white rosettes, with
Mamoru. Greening anal Inekett, superintendents.
and Mr. Barte...mie of the committee, and the
ner of their Onler
Juvenile members of "Court Progress," A.O. Foresters, about
110 in number, wearing green sashes and white emetics,
the following being their committee -line Whittaker,
(chairman), H. Charles (see), () Miles (treasurer),
W. Hawking, A Nom, T Frampton, W.
Warren, W. Hicks, 0. Nohte, awl J.
Chubb. These had the banner of the
" Bud of /lope" Oildfullows.
It was a pretty proesemion, and coming down High-street
and along South-street CA mute to the field. attracted
general notice. Arrived at the fiehl the youthful party
were met by the Mayor and Mee. Gregory, who were
accompanied by a number of ladies and gentlemen of the
town. The weather was reasonably fine, the few slight
showers that fell not in any way marring the pleasure of
the afternoon. Forming in • huge circle, the lads ,rave
three lusty cheers for the Mayoress, in recognition of her
kindnees, and then proceeded to enjoy themselves with
various games. At the upper end of the field, in default
of a large tent, which it was impossible to obtain, • much
more spacious, convenient, and substantial structure of
timber and waterproofing was erected, for the convenient.*
of the friends of Mr. and Mrs. Gregory, and as • shelter
for the children in cameo( heavy rain. There were also two
small tents, kindly lent from the barracks: but haeldif
the elements were propitious. Tea was provided under
he experienced management of Mr. C Greening, and the
young folks aat down to tables extended along the award,
and loaded with • bountiful supply of cake and buns, ,
toothsome delights which they richly enjoyed, the officers
of the societies with their kind hostess ministering to
their wants. Amongst those who were present during
the proceedings were •.-Mrs. and Mies Coombe Mr. T.
Coombs, junr., Mrs. Chapin and family, the Rev. It.
Everett. Colonel and Mies Oldfleld. Mrs. Tudor and
family, Mr. Councillor F. L Turner, Mrs. Turner, Mr. and
Mrs. A. Spicer, the Misses Penton, Mrs. Ling and family,
Mrs. Cue and family, and others.
The juvenile Foresters have been established lft months,
sod in that short time have initatte 120 members, and the
f kande now amount to kel Members are admitted from
the ages of 4 to 16, their contribution,' range from Id. to
3d.per week,and the benefits are weekly allowance in sick-
neat of 2.. to In, with medical 'attendance and medicines,
and a payment in case of death ranging from CI ret. Od. to
.C 2 10a fkl. The juvenile ebbifellowa is a belga forrn•l
only about six months at,,. on the name principles, and
with similar rates of contribution and benefit There are
about 50 members, and when the boys become le year. of
age they are drafted into the parent society as • matter
of course. The Reehabitos are a teetotal organization.
and the benefits afforded are on • liberal seek.
The band of the 3rd 0.R.V., under Mr. Wellspring were
engaged, and played an excellent ',election of music, in
the most skilful way, during the evening, to the
gratification of all assembled.
When tea was over a programme of sport was begun,
and in this part of the proceeding the Rev. 11. Everett
and Mr. Cooper of the National school rendered invaluable
assistance. Mr. 1,. Gregory with Master Gregory and
Masters Galvin al also took a prominent part. There
were nearly twenty events arranged, all being fully des-
cribed on "k'rect card" printed in very fair 4rle by teeters
Gregory and Galpin; they came off inert encloeure rope.' off
with the dietetics, marked by flags, in the most approved
style. The whole of the events were smartly contested,
and it was thoroughly interesting to notice the determi-
nation and seal with which little fellows of four or five
entered into the contest. -a happy indication we hope of
the self-trusting spirit which will hereafter characterise
them in the tattle of life. Of course the uck-racing
provoked uproarious fun, the droll appearance of the com-
petitors when jumping. and their utter helplestenees when
overbalancing they fell prostrate, evoking the merriest
laughter. We append a list of the winner. :-
M. race .1801 yards. Aga 4. 5 and 0-lit, Tonna' Thon, ;
• flam Drake : 3rd, Arthur Miles.
Flat race of 100 'arils. Ages 7 and 2 Ist, W. Tilley ; 2nd,
Moores ; 3rd, 0 Harris.
Flat race of 120 yards. Ages 9, 10, and 11.-Ist, C. Cleall ;
2nd. Hobert Hannan) ; 3rd, W. Travis.
Flat nioo of 150 'lode. Ages It, 13, and 11.-Ist, Churchill
2nd, ladts ;3rd W. Stainer.
Flat race of WO yenta. Agee 15,16, and 17. •-lst, (i. Sergeant;
J Charles; 3nl, W. How.
High jump. Ages 10, 11, and 12.-lit, J. Dowetoe. ;
2nd, F. Luck Jet 7in
Seek race of So yards. Open to all. let, G. Legg ; bal. 11.
Icing 3rd, J. Garland.
Plat race .4 10 yards. Age* 4 and 6. Ist, S. Dart, 2nd, G.
Blade: 3rd, W. Woks.
High jump. Ages 15,16, and 17.-116, G. Hawkins ;tie), W.
Payne.
Flat race of 100 yards. Ages 0 and 7. -I st, H. Young ;
W Lake : 3rd, C. ()undo..
Broad jump. Ages 9 and 10.-lit, A. Shepherd, 9 feet;
Cbaliel Cies/
Plat race, quarter mile, for all over 11. -Ist, O. Sergeant ;
2nd G. Hawkins ; 3rd. J. Charles.
High jtunp. Ages 13 and 14-Ist, A. Hutchins ; 2nd, J.
Beal
Flat ran of 120 yarda Agesand 0.-- lit, F. Cousens ;
• Edwards : 3rd, W. Trois-
Beek race of 50 yard.., open to all- Ist, P. White; 2nd, J.
Peeler.

Consolation stakes of 100 yard& Under I O. Bartlett ;
2nd, It Frampton; 3nl, It Cousins!.
Consolation stakes of 300 yards. Open all.—lst, F. Curtis;
2nd, A. Fester ; 3rd. 0 Cox.
The relatives of the juveniles were ako admitted to
the gathering, and in the evening almost everybody was
admitted, so that about tom must have been Presents
and all seemed most thoroughly to enjoy the proceedings.
About eight o'clock. the Mayoress distnbuted the prises
which nonsisted of useful articles or money, and were
really worth the winning ; and, finally, all the boys were
gathered together, and each one was given a large plum
bun, and then they were despatches' home. Before
separating however, hearty cheers were given for the
Mayoress, with additional hurrahs for the young gentle-
men, and the services of the Rector and Mr. Cooper were
acknowledged with similar demonstration&
Thus ended a very happy gathering, which alike for its
design and carrying out, entitles Mr. Gregory to the
universal thanks nf the town.
But the proceedings were not yet concluded, for the
Mayor invited the committees of the three societies and
the band of the 3rd D.R.Y. to • hot supper at the Plume
of Feathers inn. A
.party of nearly in assembled, Mr.
Gregory himself presiding, and Mr. W. Chick, N.G. of the
"Bud of Hope_ Oddfellows, filling the vice-chair. An
excellent repast was supplied by Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, and
the party had a very happy time of it till eleven o'clock.
After the loyal toasts the health of the Mayor and
Mrs. Gregory, with suitable acknowledpments of their
great kindness on the present occasion, and of the
admirable way in which Mr. Gregory has filled the civic
chair for two years, wan cordially proposed by Mr. Chick,
and received with great applause:a. His worship expreseed
his thanks for the compliment