1885
GREAT TERM SALE OF BOOTS AND SHOES
T. THOMSON & SON, 34 James Street, Cellardyke, and 14.15, and I6 Shore Street, Anstruther.
THEIR Whole Stock of all kinds of BOOTS and SHOES are now offered at GREATLY REDUCED PRICES. AN EARLY CALL SOLICITED. Every inducement given for Ready Cash
GREENOCK MERINO MILL YARN STORES.
KNITTING WORSTEDS AT MILL PRICES, GUARANTEED ALL LONG FINE WOOL
3-PLY FINGERING, 3d per Cut
4-PLY FINGERING 4d per cut
5-PLY FINGERING 5d per cut
DOUBLE KNITTING 7d per cut
PETTICOAT YARN 8d per cut
Heather Mixtures and Fancy Colours 1/2d per Cut extra.
TERMS—CASH.
These Yarns are unrivalled for cheapness and durability, and may be had in ANSTRUTHER from THOMSON & CO, General Drapers, High Street.
1886
THANKSGIVING MEETING. The meeting for thanksgiving, which it has been for number of years the custom to hold on the return of the fishermen from the South, was held in the Hall, Cellardyke—the Rev. G. Macalpine presiding. The hall was filled, and the meeting was taken part in by Messrs Thomas Smith, Robt. Montador, Wm. Watson John Birrell, and Wm. Watson (Smith).
At the bar of East Anstruther Police Court on Saturday, an itinerant, said to be a blacksmith, but lurking about for some time as a mender of umbrellas, and giving the name of John Robertson, was accused of breach of the peace at the shop of Lizzie Harrow, greengrocer, Cunzie Street. Being convicted, he was sent for seven days to jail. At the same court on Monday—all the magistrates on the bench—the young Cellardyke fisherman, James Walker, was accused of assault, in so far that he struck his townsman, William Watson, a blow on the mouth to the effusion of blood, on Monday, the 20th September. Pleading guilty, he was fined 7s 6d. Another fisherman, William Fleming or Flemingston, was charged with a breach of the peace by cursing and swearing near the Cross two days later. Being convicted on the evidence of the constables, he was fined 7s 6d.
On Wednesday morning while the crew of the St Monance fishing yawl, “Favourite,” were working their lines, the mast suddenly gave way, falling on the skipper Robert Allan (Coul). Fortunately the accident was observed by the crew of a Cellardyke boat, owned by skipper Robert Meldrum, who towed the yawl to the harbour here. Doctors Flaxman and Thomson were speedily in attendance on the injured man, when it was found that his injuries though severe were not likely to prove fatal.
BIBLE CLASS SOIREE–A soiree was held in the Free Church Hall, Cellardyke, on Tuesday evening, in connection with the Bible Class conducted in the Hall by Provost Martin. There was a large attendance, about 200 being present. Rev. Mr Macalpine presided, and after tea delivered a short address. A large number of different views were exhibited by means of the magic lantern, the explanations being given by the Chairman. The proceedings throughout were very enjoyable, and at the close the usual votes of thanks were accorded.
1887
CELLARDYKE AND KILRENNY WATER WORKS.
Those wishing to take the WATER into their HOUSES or other PREMISES are requested to make Application not later than 10th December next to Councillor Butters, who will also Furnish Key for the Public Wells.
Lecture – On Tuesday evening the Rev. Mr Turnbull, of Glasgow, gave the first of a course of lectures, to be held during the winter in Cellardyke Town Hall. The subject was “Jacobite Poetry,” which was treated in a graphic manner by the lecturer. Musical illustrations were supplied during the evening by Mr Hepburn and his choir, assisted by Miss Innes, and greatly enhanced the interest of the lecture.
FRESH ARRIVAL OF BOATS—On Saturday and Monday a number of the boats which had left Yarmouth and Lowestoft on Thursday and Friday of last week, and had been forced into ports by stress of weather, arrived in Anstruther. The “Jessie,” bringing the body of the skipper, James Brunton, arrived on Saturday at midnight. On Tuesday the funeral took place, the last token of respect to the departed being shown by a large concourse of mourners.
DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENTER – A familiar form has been removed from our midst by the death, on Tuesday afternoon, of Capt. Gellatley. Born in Cellardyke about the beginning of the century, be grew up absorbed by one passion – the sea. The life of a sailor suited his daring spirit, and he worked himself rapidly up the scale until he enjoyed the reputation of being the crack captain sailing from Dundee. He held the office of harbourmaster here until within a short time since, when he retired with a pension. Heart disease is supposed to have been the cause of death.
Sudden death – On Tuesday morning Cellardyke was startled by the news that a young woman, Mrs John Dickson, had been found dead in her home. Mrs Dickson had been in delicate health for some time past, but recently and up till the Tuesday morning had not been worse than usual. She had, indeed, been out on the Monday night. Her little son, who had been sent downstairs by his grandmother to tell his mother to come up, discovered her lying on the floor. When help was brought she was found to be dead. It would seem that she had dropped down when in the act of dressing. A letter which she had written to a brother, Mr D. R. Cunningham, lately of Cellardyke, in the far West was lying ready to post. Her husband, unfortunately, was at sea when death overtook her, and his home-coming to a blank fireside must have been a painful one.
AMATEUR CONCERT. – A concert, given by Cellardyke Parish Church choir, assisted by a few friends, was held in Cellardyke Town Hall on Friday evening, and was, in all respects, an unqualified success. The hall was literally crammed with an audience, the programme was large and varied, and all the performers acquitted themselves most creditably. The choir rendered “Wha will o’er the Downs,” “Will ye no back again,” “Let the hills resound,” and “Mild May”, in perfect harmony, and with precision and taste, which reflected great credit on their painstaking conductor, Mr Hepburn. The manager of the concert were peculiarly fortunate in securing the services of Miss Innes, a lady who, in years, was well known in this district ass vocalist of a very high order; but who, for some years, has been residing in New Zealand. At present she is on a visit to the old country, and cheerfully put her services at the disposal of the managers of Friday evening’s concert. She had a most enthusiastic reception, and in all her songs she more than sustained her old reputation as a vocalist. She gave “The Scottish Blue “Last May a braw wooer,” and “Jock o’ Hazeldean.” real artistic style, and for every one of those songs she received a rapturous encore. One of the great treats of the evening was the singing of Miss Brown of east Anstruther. She possesses a rich, mellow, contralto voice, which she knows well how to use, and in “Willie o’ the Ferry” and Smith’s pathetic song, ” Burd Aille,” she proved herself to be possessed of high musical talent. Her whole soul seemed to be in her song, and In ” Burd Allie” she sang with genuine pathos and musical taste. Miss Melville gave, in a happy, tripping manner. “Comin’ thro’ the rye” and “Up in the morning early,” both of which took remarkably well. An “American jig” on the pianoforte, by Miss Anderson to which a card-board figure, by some ingenious mechanical contrivance, was made to dance, was in capital tune. Mr Hepburn had every scope to show off his fine baritone voice In “Simon the Cellarer,” and his rendering of this song was very effective, Mr Melville sang in his usual happy style, “Jenny dang the weaver,” “Afton Water,” and took part in the duet, “The Crookit Bawbee,” with his daughter, all of which took immensely. “I’m afloat” was rendered with care and taste by Mr Donaldson, while Mr Hutton in “Jack’s Yarn” showed real musical talent. The song should have been sung by another gentleman, who, however, was unavoidably and at the last moment Mr Hutton, who never had appeared in public as a solo singer, was asked to take his place: it is not too much to say, that after his appearance on Friday evening Mr Hutton need have no scruples in future about appearing on a platform as a solo singer. His voice is a clear, well-rounded baritone, and he keeps it thoroughly under command. Mr Fraser Scott, as a tenor, distinguished himself in the “Slave Chase;” whilst of Miss Anderson, who presided at the piano as accompanist, it is no more than justice to say that her services were in every way worthy of one of the best concerts ever held in Cellardyke. In a word, she proved herself to be an intelligent and skilful pianist. Altogether it is seldom that an amateur concert turns out to be such a complete success, and the managers are to be heartily congratulated on the success which attended their efforts to provide for Cellardyke a thoroughly enjoyable entertainment. After the concert the performers had a dance, which was kept up with spirit till two o’clock.
1888
TO FARMERS AND OTHERS.
HORSE QUARTER COVERS,
THOROUGHLY WATERPROOF,
From 3s 9d and upwards.
MEN’S WATERPROOF LEGGINGS
From 1s 10d and upwards.
Note t h e Address— BLACK & Co. THE CELLARDYKE OILSKIN FACTORY. 33 & 35 JAMES ST., CELLARDYKE.
FOR SALE, the BOAT “Day Star,” 44 feet long, with all appurtenances belonging to her, at present lying in Anstruther Harbour. Apply to Robert Watson, Cellardyke.
FOR SALE, DEEP SEA FISHING BOAT. “Star of Bethlehem,” KV. 1111. 55 ½ feet long. First class condition Apply JAME’S and WILLIAM MAcKENZIE, PITTENWEEM
1889
Married
At 1 Lilybank Place Glasgow, (the residence of the Bride’s uncle), on the 5th inst, by the Rev F H Roberts, of Hillhead Baptist Church. Wm Wilson, Cellardyke, to Barbara, second daughter of the late James Brunton of Cellardyke.
At 8 West Ibrox terrace, Govan, on the 28th ult, by the Rev D McKenzie, assisted by the Rev J.A Harvie, brother-in-law of the bride. James Pirie, St Andrews to Annie, eldest daughter of David Black, Cellardyke
CELLARDYKE. BANK.—The forty-first anniversary of this Institution, which was originated by the late Mr David Fowler, was hold in the Town Hall on Saturday evening. After a pointed appeal by the chairman, Treasurer Thomson, the report was cordially adopted. Its terms show that during the year depositors have paid in £833 4s 1d, and have withdrawn £720 7s 3d, and the balance now due to them, including interest, is £2616 17s 91 As compared with last year there is an increase of £211 11s 8d. It is a source of much gratification to the directors to be able to report an increase in the deposits, when from the depressed state of the fishing industry, a decrease might have been expected. The outgoing directors were cordially re-appointed.