1920
GIFT TO CELLARDYKE POOR FROM THE U.S.A. The poor people of Cellardyke received a pleasant surprise this week in the form of a gift of a sum of money from Mr George Fowler, of Binghamton, U.S.A. Mr Fowler a native of the burgh, and it was while a visit to the town in the summer that he resolved to hand over £100 for the benefit the poor. The money was distributed by Provost Black and William Birrell, Sen. In addition Mr Fowler has, at his own expense, carried out several very necessary repairs to the harbour.
1922
Miss Annie Wallace, daughter of Mrs Robert Wallace, James Street. Cellardyke, lies in a critical condition as the result a serious accident. It appears that the girl, who is about 15 years of age, and who was employed as a potato gatherer with Mr Dickie, farmer, Caiplie, had been resting with other girls by the roadside after dinner, when they took the chance of a “joy ride” on a motor bus which was proceeding towards Crail. Fearing that she would not be able to return to her work in time _ Miss Wallace jumped from the bus while it was in motion, and was thrown to the ground and rendered unconscious.
She was taken to Crail, where Dr Dow found that the base of her skull had been fractured. Later she was conveyed home, and is being attended by Dr Wilson and Nurse Smith.
1925
The East Neuk of Fife Horticultural Society, with its headquarters Anstruther, is to be resuscitated. This decision was unanimously agreed to at a well-attended meeting in the Council Chamber, Anstruther-Easter, last night. The Society was first instituted in 1849, and the outbreak of war prevented their show being held on August 12, 1914. Mr C H Maxwell, town clerk, presided, and, after explaining the object of the meeting, the financial report was submitted by Mr James Butters, Cellardyke who was treasurer, who said that in 1914 the Society had on deposit receipt £63 7s 3d, and with interest to date—£2o 6s 4d—the sum on hand now amounted to £83 13s 7d.
1926
Kilrenny W.R I. and their friends held an enjoyable whist drive in the Schoolroom, 13 tables being occupied. First prize (ladies) was won by Mrs Anderson, Kilrenny, and booby by Miss Thomson, Balhouffie. Gentlemen first prize was won by Mr Wallace, Cellardyke, and booby by Mr Taylor, London. Hidden prize went to Mr G. Williamson. Songs were sung by Mrs Hosie, and Mr Taylor gave two pianoforte solos.
1927
Recognition of lad’s gallantry was made the Council meeting, when Philip Anderson, the hero of a gallant rescue from drowning the Craigs, was presented, with the Royal Humane Society’s medal and certificate. The Provost, in making the presentation, commended the lad on his heroism. This was the third occasion during his term Provost that had been called upon to make such a presentation, but never before to so young boy.
300 YEARS OLD FIFE SECRET – KILRENNY COUNCIL’s FIRST RECORDS FOUND
What a Cellardyke Safe has revealed,
In the Town Council Chambers at Cellardyke Town Hall there is an old safe that has for too many years baffled all attempts to open it but the other day it was flung open and a remarkable discovery made. The safe contained the first minute of Kilrenny Town Council and so far as can be ascertained, the volume is almost 300 years old, the earliest legible date is 1628. The book has no covers and the first???? or so pages are in shreds, but nearly ??? are in quite a good state of perseverance and the records of the council business 300 years ago can still be read.
The safe which hid the valuable volume had apparently been painted over both the outside and inside and while the paint was still wet, closed and locked. the outside and inside
Safely Stowed Away
The old minute book lay inside and presumably there arose no necessity for opening the safe, and the book was safely stored away, and probably forgotten.
Curious to know what contained yet baffled by inability to open it .Provost? Mitchell put one of his mechanics on the job.
Under his skilled hands the safe gave up its long and closely guarded secret and Kilrenny town council are now proud to be in possession of their first minute book.
The book will be put in a glass case and no doubt an opportunity will be afforded to those who are interested to view this ????? of the Kilrenny and Cellardyke of long ago.
1929
A shipwright named Alexander Dick, 19 Exeter Drive, Partick, Glasgow, was fatally injured yesterday in the Meadowside shipyard of Messrs D. & W. Henderson, Partick.
He was standing on the scaffolding attached to a ship under construction, when he overbalanced and fell a considerable distance into the hold. He died almost immediately.
Mr Dick, who was 51 years of age, was a native of Cellardyke, Fife, and was the third son of the late Mr James Dick, missionary, Campbeltown. He had been engaged Meadowside Shipyard for many years. He is survived by his wife and four sons, the eldest of whom is a well-known organist in Partick.
BRAVERY RECOGNISED. Among those who have received parchments from the Royal Humane Society in connection with lifesaving from drowning is James L McLeod (23), bootmaker, 1 George Street, Cellardyke, Kilrenny, who on August 22nd Saved John Fleming (9). 57 George Street, who had fallen into Cellardyke Harbour.
At the Board of Trade examination for mates and masters, held last week in Dundee, the following candidates were successful in obtaining the Extra Master’s Certificate:
Mr John Miller Cumming. Tayport.
Mr Charles Owen, formerly of Rattray, Blairgowrie.
Mr Thomas Watson, 15 Dove Street, Cellardyke.
It is unusual for three candidates pass this examination at the same time as very few attempt it. The Extra Master’s Certificate is the highest award the Board of Trade.
The examination involves a knowledge of nautical astronomy, naval architecture, magnetism and deviation, general information (which includes science), signalling at high speeds (Morse and semaphore). There is also an oral test. Before the candidate can pass he must obtain 85 per cent in written, oral and signalling subjects. Failure in one subject entails complete failure.
The successful candidates are students the School of Navigation, Dundee Technical College, and were prepared for the examination Captain Stewart.
Subjects at No 6. Dove Street, CELLARDYKE, FOR SALE.
For Sale, by Public Roup, by Warrant the Sheriff Application for Division and Sale within the COUNCIL CHAMBER, Anstruther Easter, WEDNESDAY, the 18th day December 1929, at 2 o’clock Afternoon.
That TENEMENT of DWELLING-HOUSES with pertinents situated at No. 6 DOVE STREET CELLARDYKE, and occupied by Mary Gourlay! Alexander McRuvie, and George Gardner.
Rental, £16 15s. Feu-Duty Nominal
UPSET PRICE, £150 further particulars may be obtained from
A. COOK Solicitors Anstruther who hold the Title and Articles Roup.
W S BONTHRON. Auctioneer Anstruther. 28th November 1929 Auctioneer