This Newsletter was sponsored by the Parish Council

Yet again my Maestro car has appeared to be a favourite target for thieves. A comforting thought to those embroiled in such annoying circumstances is the emergence of true Samaritans.

How grateful we are for help and support from friends and colleagues. In particular to Janet Overfield of Eastgate , Rudston. For advice and assistance from Pete Gray, Rudston Service Station. The loan of a courtesy car, without which we could not have attended our place of work.

Many thanks to all and hope we can return the favour in time.

David and Karen Gordon-Russell, Daisy Cottage

Just to let everyone know that until we have received a full years electricity and gas bills, the hire charges for the Village Hall should remain at the old prices. Where upon at the end of the year the situation will be reviewed and the appropriate action, if any, will be taken.

Anna Cowton, Secretary.

with the East Yorkshire Youth Brass Band, on Saturday 14th October at 7.30

ST JOHNS CHURCH HALL - SEWERBY

Tickets £3 from Mike Sellars - Tel 420237 or Garlands Bookshop

Transport can be arranged

PIG BINGO at RUDSTON VILLAGE HALL

Tuesday 21st November - EYES DOWN at 7.30

Although I find it somewhat strange replying to an anonymous letter written in the last newsletter, I will nevertheless try to put things in perspective.

I think if the writer were to look back at previous newsletters, they would see that the efforts and the caring of the majority of children in the village - and I’m sure everyone recognises as I do, that the majority do care - their efforts have been recognised, reported and congratulated, as they rightly should be. But surely, they, like we, feel the minority should not be allowed to spoil their efforts, by mindless vandalism, and that it too should be brought to the notice of the villagers whenever and wherever it happens in the village, otherwise it will continue, and ultimately waste all those good efforts which go on in the village to enhance village life.

There is in society generally a minority of people who do spoil things for the majority and I think if the writer were to read through our particular letter they would note that it implied the perpetrator was not a village person and that it most certainly did not say that he was accompanied by all the teenagers and children of the village. So I think if you look back you will realise that the balance is fair. So I re-iterate, don’t let the minority win, and the way to do this would surely be to ignore the damage they do.

I think any upset and anger felt and I quote by " teenagers, parents and children" should surely be directed against the minority of spoilers and not against the people who care very much about the village as you say you do. To end on a positive note I must say power to the caring, thoughtful, folk, children and adults in the village.

Barbara Burgess.

On the 5th September 14 members and 12 friends attended our open meeting to promote the W.I.

It was a real fun evening when each person was given a piece of clay to model a teddy bear. These were then taken away to be fired. The competition for a pretty cup was won by Mrs B Burgess.

The Federation visit to Buckingham Palace was a huge success and enjoyed by everyone who went.

The next meeting will be the Annual Meeting. Don’t forget your handmade greetings cards.

The next meeting is on October 17th at the home of Shirley Harland when Robin Woods will show a video on the Mouseman of Kilburn. Leader Alison Cope. Vote of thanks Kath Algar. Hostesses Shirley Harland and Alison Cope.

After the successful Gardens’ weekend in 1994 the Church Social Committee are hoping to organise a similar weekend in 1996. At the moment the suggested dates are Saturday and Sunday 20th & 21st July, 1 - 6 pm. Many of the householders who opened their gardens in 1994 have intimated their willingness to open again and we are very grateful for their kindness and support. Are there other people in the village who would like to join and open their gardens. It does not have to be large or immaculate - the beauty of the day is the diversity of the gardens. If you would like to take part or want more information or a general chat please contact Margaret Reed.

Would anyone interested in appearing in or helping with this year’s panto ring

IRIS, BOSVILLE ARMS, Tel:- 420259

or come to the BOSVILLE on Wednesday 4th October at 7.30 pm.

The panto this year is ALICE IN WONDERLAND (or is it RUDSTON?)

From Tony Ezard

The month has been a fairly quiet one for the birds but records of those on migration include curlew flying over the village, golden plover visiting recently worked fields, a few teal arriving on the Gypsey Race and at least one buzzard commuting between areas of woodland. One bird apparently going the wrong way i.e. northwards has been the mistle thrush which has been passing over in groups of six to thirty.

The recent rain has encouraged a flush of mushrooms and several people have been out collecting. Oyster mushrooms, ink caps, puff balls and shaggy parasols are other species easily findable.

The year continues to produce surprises from insects with several species producing second broods when in the past they have not done so and even more species new to the area being recorded, a heath rustic in early September was one. Due to the climatic conditions of the 19th September when there was an easterly wind blowing all the way from central and northern Europe there were some exceptional records. Two specimens of the rare convulvus hawk moth were taken but even these paled into insignificance when a large moth called the clifden nonpareil was attracted to light. This is not only new to the area but is only the third record of the species in Yorkshire this century following the appearance of two after the long hot summer of 1976.

Our Chairman has had to resign at short notice! Mr Bell made clear when he was appointed that this may happen if the sale of his house went through. Well, it did, quite suddenly! We thank him for leading us through an eventful few months, and hope he and his wife will be happy in their new home in Bridlington.

A new chairman may have been appointed at the meeting on 27th September, but as we have a vice-chairman, it is not absolutely necessary until next year. The vacancy on the Parish Council will be filled by co-option - I have one name already.

Regarding the Free Press report of the last meeting - the substance was mainly correct but the manner in which it was reported was certainly not that intended by the Parish Council. However, they did mention our enquiry about another post-box for the village. I can now report that this has been refused.

Following an enquiry about Water Lane to County Hall Highways dept., I am pleased to report that it is to be re-surfaced. A section of footpath on Long Street will be done at the same time. This was reported to them a few months ago, and they checked on all footpaths in the village at the time, so may well "patch up" in other areas too.

That department must be under pressure though, because they have advised that the new Speed Limit signs are ready, but it may be some time before they are able to erect them. Out of curiosity, incidentally, I looked back through the records and it would appear that a speed limit was first mentioned on 8th November. 1978. Maybe that’s some sort of record as well!.

Due to a mis-understanding of legalities involved, I have had to post-up the "Notice of Casual Vacancy" again. At least this gives the opportunity of letting everyone know. The notice will be on Eastgate and Long Street notice boards until 12th October stating that if ten people request it, an election will be held. Failing that, the place will be filled by co-option later. Therefore, if anyone is interested in joining the Parish Council, would they please contact either myself or any member of the council.

P.Crossland ( Clerk )

BOWLS CLUB FINALS DAY. It was a lovely day and around 40 people enjoyed some good bowling and an excellent tea. Congratulations to the Winners and the Runners Up. Results were as follows:

The Algar Cup, (Open Singles), J.Ward. The Sue Ezard Cup, (Runner Up), D.E.Corner.

The Rhead Trophy, (Ladies), M.J.Corner. The Tattershall Shield, (Runner Up), L.Moore.

The Wilson Cup, (Pairs), R.d. & M.J.Corner, Pairs Runners Up, D.E.Corner & R.Proctor

The Philip Proctor Memorial Cup, G.Wallis, M.J.Corner and R.D. Corner

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON TRIPLES LEAGUE. Beeford won the cup which was presented to them at Leven, East Street. A Bowls Domino took place with 48 players taking part from eight clubs. THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be at North Dalton Bowls Pavilion on Wednesday, 4th October at 2pm.

INDOOR BOWLS. If you intend to play in the Pairs Indoor League and the Norma Collis Memorial Knockout Competition to be played on Sunday afternoons and you have not already signed at the pavilion please let me know as soon as possible. In previous years we have played Tuesday or Thursday evenings and Wednesday afternoons for practice. It has been suggested to avoid rolling up the mat twice, we play the league on Wednesday evenings. We would like your comments on this at the A.G.M.

MAY I REMIND THE RESIDENTS OF RUDSTON indoor bowls is for everyone and not just members of the Bowls Club. There is no subscription charge and if you are interested please contact me for further information.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE VILLAGE HALL ON MONDAY 9TH OCTOBER AT 7.15 PM If you require any item to be discussed on the Agenda please notify me by 3rd October.

Secretary: Pauline Warters, Tel: 420410

REGISTER OF ELECTORS FORMS.If you have not already returned your forms will you please do so without delay. Thank you, Pauline Warters.

Rudston Juniors & Intermediates were invited to a match against Hutton Cranswick Juniors. The boy’s team had a resounding victory winning 8 sets to 0. The mixed team drew on sets, 4 sets all, but Hutton Cranswick won on games, 38 to 28. The intermediate team had a very hard contest, just losing 2 sets to 3. In the return Match at Rudston (Junior teams only), Hutton Cranswick fielded a much stronger boy’s team and Rudston lost 3 sets to 5 (27 games to 26). The mixed team also lost 2 sets to 6 (28 games to 25) but in both matches the sets were very closely competed as the games scores show and the standard of play was very high, Well done!

Everyone enjoyed themselves and are looking forward to playing in the Junior leagues next year.

27 names went onto the junior ladder with Matthew Crossley starting at the top by virtue of being last year’s winner. Competition was fierce with both Tom Bowden and Richard Crossley having spells at the top. However Matthew regained his position each time and finished in 1st place again - congratulations!

In the Junior Tournament winner of the 11 year and under was Toby Grainger who played consistently throughout the afternoon. In the 14 year and under group, matches were close with Richard Crossley winning by one point.

The sun shone on the end of the season adult Butterfly Competition and there were some very keenly contested matches with Derek Colley finishing top of one group and then Henri Bowden and Jane Crossley at the top of the other group. Congratulations to them and thanks to all those who took part in the tournaments and made them so enjoyable.

A successful season has seen an improvement in the general standard of tennis and we all look forward to more competition next season with the inclusion of junior and senior teams in the Driffield and District Leagues.

1st 9.30 am Holy Communion

6th HARVEST FESTIVAL

7.00 pm Festival Evensong

(Preacher: The Revd James Booth)

followed by Harvest Supper in the Village Hall

8th 11.30 am Festival Mattins

(Preacher: The Vicar)

15th 9.30 am Holy Communion

9.30 am Sunday School ( in the Old School )

18th ST LUKE

10.30 am Holy Communion

22nd 6.30 pm Evensong

28th SS SIMON & JUDE

11.00 am Holy Communion

29th 9.30 am Holy Communion [ BCP ]

November 1st ALL SAINTS’ DAY

7.30 pm Patronal Festival Communion

followed by a party at the Vicarage

Welcomers Coffee

1st John Gatenby Lady Mary & Annabel

8th Joan Jackson

15th Frank Algar Elizabeth Harrison

22nd Joan Jackson

29th June Sellars Margaret Reed

Flower Rota Cleaning Rota

1st Mrs E Harrison Mr & Mrs Turner

6th Harvest - joint effort

8th Mrs J Jackson & Mrs J Pallister

15th Miss J Conner Mrs J Jackson & Mrs J Pallister

22nd Miss H Conner Lady Juliet & Mrs L Proctor

29th Mrs S Harland Lady Juliet & Mrs L Proctor

2nd Simon Dawson Simon Dawson

16th Andrew Moorfoot Stephen Cope

30th Jean Corner John Reed

Wednesdays - Morning Prayer at 9.00 am

Holy Communion at 10.30am

Evening Prayer at 6.00 pm

Saturdays - Morning Prayer at 9.00 am

Evening Prayer at 6.00 pm

Holy Communion: Before 1st, 3rd, or 5th Sunday at 11.00 am

Before 2nd, or 4th Sunday at 6.30 pm

Please check the notice-board for last-minute alterations.

This year, the main Harvest Festival service takes place on Friday October 6th at 7.00 pm; our visiting preacher is the Revd James Booth. At Harvest Mattins on October 8th ( 11.00 am ) the preacher will be the Vicar.

The Harvest Supper follows on from the service on Friday October 6th in the Village Hall; tickets ( £1.50 ) are available from Mrs Algar on 420318.

On All Saints’ Day ( November 1st ) there will be a special service of Communion at 7.30 pm to celebrate our church’s patrons, followed by a party in the Vicarage, to which all are welcome.

As usual, All Saints’ Day will also be our gift day - watch out for the begging letters arriving through your letter-boxes.

Stephen will be being visited by the Bishop on October 3rd - if anyone has any matters of concern they would like bringing up, please let him know.

They’ve finally decided to do something about it! The Church of England has decided it ought to be restructured, so that people have a clearer idea of exactly who is making the decisions. Quite right too. If policy decisions are being made by committees who are not responsible for the money ( which is how it is now ), no wonder we seem to be perpetually short of cash. Likewise, I reckon that the difficulties in Sheffield with the Revd Chris Brain have a lot to do with the fact that no-one appears to have been directly responsible for looking after him.

I’d like to think we are accountable. If we spend any money on ourselves in Rudston Church, it’s the PCC - Parochial Church Council - which decides where it is spent, and the PCC is elected annually by such parishioners and church members as care to vote. So when we ask for money from you ( which we do with amazing regularity ), you know who is responsible for organising the local spending.

And, although none of us like doing it, we have to pay our bit to the Diocese, to pay for bishops, training, central staff, and above all to pay my wages and the wages and pensions of my fellow-clergy. It’s just like paying state taxes; we don’t like it, but we need our education system and our bins emptying. But do you know who makes the decisions on where the central church money is spent?

Actually, it’s far more democratic than most people imagine. We elect members of Deanery Synod, and Deanery Synod members elect members of both Diocesan Synod and General Synod. Which means that Deanery Synod is far more important than most people imagine. And therefore it also means that all of us in church are responsible for the broad principles under which our hierarchy governs us. Just that sometimes the voice of the small fish is not heard in the very large pond . . .

Enough of this! Just a final note to encourage you all to join in our celebrations this month: Harvest Festival at the front end, and the Patronal Festival at the back end. I hope they will be fun.

Stephen.

Win 1.5 gallon of Ale

+ Silly Bingo

+ Raffle

+ "Free" end of season dinner, 21/12/95

30p teams of four

"Come along and have a laugh"

An ITALIAN night out at the "BOSVILLE ARMS"

Wednesday 18th October

Five course meal + Vino Italian Style

Ltd number of tickets at £8 - Ring 420259 or see Iris