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Gypsy Operetta at  Wombwell – Pretty Production by Parish Church Sunday School

February 1939
Mexborough and Swinton Times, February 10, 1939 Gypsy Operetta at  Wombwell Pretty Production by Parish Church Sunday School The ever-green legend of the princess who was stolen...

Knowledge of Scripture – Prizes Won By Children – Parish Church Sunday School

February 1939
Mexborough and Swinton Times, February 17, 1939 Knowledge of Scripture Prizes Won By Wombwell Children Parish Church Sunday School Parents showed more than usual interest at the annual...

Legion Chairman.

February 1939
South Yorkshire Times, February 24, 1939 Legion Chairman. It is often said that if you want a job doing properly give it to a busy man....

Wombwell Town Band – Presentation to Secretary – Long and Loyal Service

February 1939
South Yorkshire Times, February 3, 1939 Wombwell Town Band Presentation to Secretary Long and Loyal Service In recognition of his long and loyal service as secretary of Wombwell...

Youngest Bandmaster? Wombwell Band’s Confident Claim

February 1939
Mexborough and Swinton Times February 3, 1939 Youngest Bandmaster? Wombwell Band’s Confident Claim Bandmaster of 17, bandsman of 71. You would think it ought to be the...

Operatic Society’s High Achievement – “New Moon” Delights Wombwell  Audiences

February 1939
Mexborough and Swinton Times February 3, 1939 Operatic Society's High Achievement "New Moon" Delights Wombwell  Audiences A little art and some craft is needed for the writing...

Prison for Father – Story of Neglect Of Children – “Disgraceful Home”

February 1939
Mexborough and Swinton Times February 3, 1939 Prison for Father Story of Neglect Of Wombwell Children "Disgraceful Home" " This place was absolutely vile—dis-graceful," said an Inspector of...

Man For Trial – Charged With House Breaking & Stealing – Chase at Wombwell

February 1939
South Yorkshire Times, February 24, 1939 Swinton Man For Trial Charged With House Breaking and Stealing Chase at Wombwell Harry Ashton (56), miner, of Brookfield Avenue, Swinton, looked...