1916
The Late Sergt. George Wilson.—Apropos to what was stated last week regarding Sergt Geo.. Wilson, of A. Company, 31st Batt. (2nd Canadian Contingent), letters have been received by his father, Mr John Wilson, fisherman, confirming the sad news that the Sergt. had been killed in action. One of the letters is from Major-General Sam Hughes, who says:- “While one cannot too deeply mourn the loss of such a brave comrade, there is consolation in knowing that he did his duty fearlessly and well, and gave his life for the cause of liberty and the upbuilding of the Empire.” Major H. M. Splane in his letter states that Sergt. Wilson died of wounds received on the 5th April. Private Moncrieff, of Cellardyke, was also killed in the same action. He says further, “I am sincerely sorry for you in your bereavement, as well as very sorry to lose such a Sergt. and man as he was. He was with me from the first, when he joined the bombing section, and has been doing excellent work with them.
CELLARDYKE. Result of the “Princess Snow White’ entertainment.—As a result of the above entertainment, parcels to the number of 115 have been’ despatched to soldiers and Navy men belonging to Cellardyke and the village of Kilrenny. The parcels to the soldiers contained 1 shirt, pair of socks, writing tablet, and packet of cigarettes; those men in the Navy – received a white flannel shirt, socks, writing tablet, and cigarettes. All of the above were posted direct to the recipients. The young ladies of the choir also received a towel to send to a brother or friend. Mr and Mrs Ray, with the Misses Oliphant and their band of willing helpers, are to be congratulated on this splendid result.
1917
Military Tribunal
Provost Black presided at a meeting of Kilrenny Tribunal held in the Council Room. Cellardyke, on Friday afternoon, the military representative being Colonel Erskine, Grangemuir. The first case under consideration was that of Thomas Tarvit. fisherman, Cellardyke. who claimed that being in a certified occupation, he was entitled to exemption from Army service. It was stated that since making application for exemption he had applied for Navy ‘service and had been rejected, and in the circumstances, the Tribunal granted exemption from Army service. Application for conditional was made by Wm. Brown. ploughman, it being stated that he was engaged in a certified occupation. The employer. Mr D. Mason, Kilrenny Mill, stated that he used to have three ploughmen, but that Brown was the only one now left. He had 23 acres of land, all of which was under cultivation except about half an acre. If Brown were taken away, it would be impossible for him to work so much land himself, especially when Volunteering took a good bit of his time. Colonel Erskine—How many men did you have in December when the report to the Board of Agriculture was sent in? Mr Mason—besides Brown. I had another man engaged to come then, but he had not turned up. I had also an old man then, but he has since left. Colonel Erskine said that he would not press this case, and exemption was accordingly granted. The only other case was that of Andrew Donaldson, Baker. Cellardyke, who applied for conditional exemption. It was stated that since this case was last before the Tribunal. Donaldson had been re-examined by the Special Medical Board, who had passed him for C2. which meant home, services only. Mr D. Cook. solicitor, who appeared for appellant, stated that in view of that decision, it world only be fair to allow Donaldson to remain in his present occupation. Colonel Erskine stated that as there were two men of military age in this bakery, some arrangement might be made whereby one of them could go as a substitute. He understood that there were five bakers in Cellardyke. Mr Cook—One of the principal bakeries was closed down last year. The Provost—Vans that used to come from Pittenweem and Crail have been stopped. and I do not consider that there are too many bakers here for the population there is. Colonel Erskine—We have got to realise that every available man is badly wanted. In answer to Colonel Erskine. Donaldson stated he would be 37 years of age in July. The Colonel then said he would not appeal the case, but leave it over meantime.
1918
Wounded, Black Watch
Cormack 16340 J (Cellardyke)
Missing, Black Watch
Stevenson 290853 A (Cellardyke)
Government Contracts for Local Firms -… Clothing – Oilskin – J Martyin and Co, Cellardyke. R Watson and Co, Anstruther
1919
CELLARDYKE. Fined For Selling New Bread —Alexander Neilson, master baker, George Street, Cellardyke, was charged, at Cupar Sheriff Court on Tuesday, before Hon. Sheriff-Substitute Osborne, with selling a 2-Ib. loaf which had not been made at least twelve hours previously, Mr J. K. Tasker, agent for the defence, said his client pleaded guilty, but excused himself on the ground that he had simply done what everybody else was doing. The Idea had got abroad that it was perfectly permissible to sell new bread. The Procurator-Fiscal (Mr Geo. Brander) said it was quite well known that the regulations were still on. Recently some severe fines had been imposed in different parts of the country for failure to comply with the Order. The Sheriff, in fining the accused £7, with the alternative of thirty days’ imprisonment, said he did not think the plea of victims of the law could be put forward in that case.
SERIOUS ACCIDENT AT CELLARDYKE FACTORY. A girl named Orr, employed at Martin & Company’s Oilskin Factory Cellardyke, sustained severe injuries while at work on Saturday. Her apron caught in the machinery, and before the workings could be stopped she was carried several times round the shafting, with the result that her clothes were badly torn. When the machinery was stopped the unfortunate girl fell to the ground floor and sustained severe injuries to her head.
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