BERWICK PETTY SESSIONS
THURSDAY
Before the Mayor, Major A. Tower Robertson, T. Purves, Ald. T. Wilson, W, T. Hofarth, H. Lockhart, and J. Peacock, Esqs.
THE THIRD REQUEST
Capt. A. F. Watt made application for a dancing licence from 11.30 pm to 1am on 6th August for the Palais de Danse at Spittal. The bench pointed out that this was the third request. Capt. Watt said he had had a special request from some people from Galashiels.
Supt. Shiel objected as he thought they were just the ordinary dances. He was informed that after 11 o’clock one night there were only 4 couples or so in the place. Late hours at such a place in his opinion were not in the best interests.
A SCRAP
John Flannigan, Hatters Lane, Berwick, was charged with unlawfully assaulting and beating John Lyall, 94 Castlegate, Berwick, on 28th July.
George Flannigan, another hawker, residing at the same address was similarly charged.
Mr W. S. A. Robinson of Mr Smith’s office appeared on behalf of the complainant, and Mr. H. R. Peters appeared for defendants who pleaded guilty.
John Lyall, a carter, said Flannigan’s stable was next to his stepfather’s. On Wednesday shortly after 2pm, John Flannigan’s car came into the yard. He came into the stable and said, “Shift the b—– carts out of the road” Complainant shifted Flannigan’s cart and his own cart further back. When complainant was trying to move the carts, Flannigan said he was “as weak as a b——kitten.” That led to words and Flannigan offered to fight him. He then struck him in the mouth. The other Flannigan then rushed forward and accused complainant of aggravating an old man. He thereupon struck him (Lyall) and knocked a tooth out. Roland, his stepfather was brought on the scene.
Mr Robert Roland, master carter, 74 Castlegate said when coming down to his stable he met his stepson who made a complaint. He went to the stable and asked G. Flanningan why he had struck the boy. He replied “He was too b—– impudent. He deserved it.” He did not challenge the Flannigan’s to fight.
Thos. Jas. Mills, 38 Bridge Street, aged 12, a schoolboy said in company with Lyall and another companion he was in the stable yard and witnessed the assault.
Geo. Flannigan said Lyall and his father had words. He then saw Lyall square up to his father, and he struck Lyall with the flat of his hand. The latter returned with his stepfather, and he told him he had struck Lyall because he had threatened to strike his father.
Mr Peters suggested that the trouble arose through Lyall refusing to move the carts.
The bench after consideration found both the defts guilty but decided to deal with the under the first offenders Act. They would be bound over in the sum of £20 for six months.
WOOLER
BANK HOLIDAY
Something like record crowds visited Wooler over the weekend, all the hotels, etc., being crowded, and beds were almost impossible to obtain. The numbers arriving by motors, chara-a-bancs, cycles, etc., caused the town to be unusually busy. On Sunday at mid-day, the Pegswood Brass Band enlivened the place with selections of music in the Market Place, which was listened to by a considerable crowd. In the evening the
Amble Symphony Orchestra also rendered a fine selection in the Market place, which was highly appreciated. The streets were very animated on Monday, the motor traffic being exceptionally heavy. The various amusements were well patronised, the golf course, bowling green and tennis courts al being fully occupied. Picnic parties and trips to places of interest attracted others. At night, a good company attended the movies at the Drill Hall. Fortunately, the weather was ideal all through the weekend.
TENNIS DANCE
The annual summer dance in connection with the Wooler Tennis Club took place in the Archbold Hall on Thursday night last. The Hall was tastefully decorated, and quite a large number attended, including a number of visitors to the town. The music was provided by Matt Bagnall’sNewcastle Orchestra, which gave every satisfaction. The general arrangements of the committee under the superintendence of Mr. E.
Middleton, hon. Secretary were faultless. Messrs. T. Newton and J. Mills acted as M. C’s, and Mesdames Newton and Greathead were in charge of the supper room. The proceedings were quite a success.
DAYLIGHT CINEMA VAN AT WOOLER
A Daylight Cinema Van which is touring the Berwick Division under the auspices of the Berwick-upon-Tweed Division Conservative and Unionist Association, visited Wooler on Friday last. The van stood in the Market Terrace, and Mr. Courtnay from the Central Office delivered addresses before fairly large audiences. Films were shown of colonial scenery, eminent statesmen, including Mr. S. Baldwin, at work, etc.