1904
CARGO of SALT.—Last Friday, the S.S. Kelburne of Whitehaven, arrived at Anstruther with a cargo of salt from Middlesborough for Mr Melville (Cellardyke) and other Fishcurers. The most of the salt was discharged in barrels for Mr Melville ready to be shipped to Balta Sound nest week.
The yacht Albatross, the crew of which are engaged in mission work to deep-sea fishermen, arrived in Anstruther at the end of lint week, and on Wednesday afternoon sailed for Shetland, to carry on mission work among the fishermen and fish workers during the herring season, Advantage was taken by many to go over the vessel while lying in the harbour. On Sunday evening, Mr Stewart conducted an evangelistic service in Cellardyke to a large audience
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. THE LATE MR STEPHEN WILLIAMSON’S BIRTHPLACE-ANSTRUTHER OR CELLARDYKET Sir, —ls last week’s issue of your interesting paper. I noticed that a letter from Mr A. Williamson was read, at a meeting of Anstruther Town Council, in which that gentleman offered to erect a fountain to the memory of his father, in his father’s native place. He also suggested to the Council that the memorial might be planned at the west end of Shore Street. I should say by all means let the fountain be erected, a fitting memorial to a most estimable man, and let the Town Council of Anstruther give every facility for so doing, and give the best site they have at their disposal. But surely some member of the Council, in the interest of truth, might have had the kindness to correct Mr A. Williamson’s mistake, when he speaks of Anstruther as his father’s native place, as everyone sitting at the Council Board must know that Cellardyke was his native place. Yea more, did he not make it his proud boast in time of his speeches not so very long ago, “I’m a Dyker” and yet all were silent. One question more —has the Town Clerk of Kilrenny no correction to offer?—l am, yours &c Alex. Black, Provost of Kilrenny.
FISHREMAN DECLINING TO SUPPORT HIS WIFE IN THE ASYLUM. The Clerk read a letter from Messrs Jamieson and Guthrie stating that they had obtained decree in the action against a fisherman in Cellardyke who had declined to contribute to the support of his wife in the asylum. The Chairman reported that this man’s wife had been in the asylum for a number of years. They had tried repeatedly to get money from him. He possessed a half share of a boat, and was fairly well off. He says he was not able, but the Council considered that he was, and certainly much abler than another man whose wife was in the asylum and who contributed fairly well. It was unfair that this one man should pay, and this one get off Scott free. The Council had been very lenient with him. They had asked 2s 6d per week from him, but he had shown no wish to meet them. All the members concurred in stating that the man should be forced to pay, and the Clerk was instructed to write the agents authorising them to enforce the decree. The Chairman, Mr Jackson, and the Clerk were appointed to consult with the agents on the subject.
DEATH OF A CELLARDYKE MAN.— Intelligence reached Anstruther this week of the sad death of a young man belonging to Cellardyke. The deceased, Mr Alexander Murray, who was sailmaker on board the ship Invercoe, met his death through a block falling upon him while the vessel was on a voyage from San Francisco to Newcastle, N.S.W. He was 25 years of age, unmarried, and was of a quiet disposition, The late Mr Murray was held in great respect in this district.
One week later
A YOUNG SAILOR KILLED AT SEA.—Particulars have come to hand of a serious accident which befell a young man belonging to Cellardyke, which occurred at sea on the 28th of March, Alexander Murray, son of Thomas Murray, Leith, late of Cellardyke, was a sailor on board the large sailing vessel Inverco, and while on the passage from San Francisco to Sydney, a block from of the masts came down and struck him violently on the head. He lay unconscious for fully two days, and died without regaining consciousness. He was buried at sea. Murray was only 26 years of age, and was well known and highly respected in the district. He served his time as a sailmaker with Mr Johnston previous to going to sea. Much sympathy has been expressed for the relatives.
KILRENNY SCHOOL BOARD – Mr Lawson presided at the monthly meeting on Wednesday evening, and Messrs Butters, Black, Leslie, and Ray were also present. The attendances for Cellardyke School were given out as 504, 519, 522, 501, number on roll 566; Kilrenny School 69, 75, 75, 75, number on roll 92. There were four defaulters, two from Kilrenny and two from Cellardyke School. The Board decided to prosecute in all the cases, giving however, until Monday in the case of a boy who had gone with a liner for a week.
To Let – TWO HOUSES in Sharp’s Close, Cellardyke, presently occupied by ROBERT WILSON and JOHN BOYTER, to Let. Apply to MACKINTOSH, WATSON, & MURRAY Solicitors, Anstruther
MERCHANTS MEETING – The annual meeting of the Anstruther and Cellardyke merchants took place on Tuesday evening —Mr J. G. Gray presiding. There was a fairly representative attendance, and it was agreed to commence early closing on Monday first, and to continue till the end of August. One of the grocers expressed his intention of not closing. It, was decided to hold the annual holidays on the 13th and 14th July, provided these dates did not clash with the Edinburgh and Glasgow holidays. Where to go on the annual excursion was next settled. Several thought of Inverness, while some favoured Pitlochry. A vote was taken, when the first-named place was fixed on. The majority of those present being in favour of Inverness it was agreed that the capital of the Highlands be the place visited this year, and that excursionists may have every opportunity of viewing the magnificent scenery of this popular route top the North, it was suggested that the train be composed entirely of saloon carriages with lavatory accommodation &c. The journey is expected to be covered in about half an hour less than the time occupied to Oban 2 years ago. From Anstruther to inverness in a modern corridor train with it’s comforts and conveniences for a return fare of 4s 6d is certain to be extremely popular, especially with those who for the last few years have so much enjoyed their annual excursions.8
GAS ENGINE FOR SALE. For Sale, 2 ½ N.H.P. GAS ENGINE, “practically new,” and in splendid order, being replaced with larger power, may be seen working any day at our Works, Upper Urquhart Wynd. Apply to ROBERT WATSON & CO., George Street, Cellardyke.
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