Need these Gates be Closed Forever?

Part of a sermon preached by Rev. J.R. Williams at 11 am.  in the Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Rye

Rye to Lose it’s Railway

Rye's Own October 1969
Rye’s Own October 1969

Dare I make a comparison between the life of lepers that once was and our lives which are to be, if the law is passed? I refer to the cutting of our lines of communication by depriving us of railway trains. They are of vital importance for so many and motor cars and buses are no substitute – roads and parking places are already overcrowded and travelling times will be greatly increased.

Those in far off places who make the laws – have you properly considered what the Channel Tunnel and the proposed London overspill in the Hastings area will mean with all the extra people coming and going? Have you considered the vast increase in the summer population and what this will, mean if all have to travel here by road? And there are many other good reasons why the railway line should not be closed. You will argue that the country cannot afford to continue to lose money on something which is not paying its way and that your decision is for the good of the country as a whole. I question this, for if your law comes into effect it will affect adversely the lives of many thousands of people who live, work and relax in this part of England.

Need these Gates be Closed Forever

One Less Tank or Bomber

If necessary you must be prepared to lose money on this section of the rail system so that thousands may live in greater peace and ease. Where is the money to be found? I suggest economy in other directions. Build one less tank or bomber – that would pay for our railway line. Increase the trust between nations and let’ s stop sniping at each other. Other nations too could have one less tank or bomber – they too could have their little railway lines and so thousands of Russians or Japanese or Chinese could enjoy greater peace or ease. Your decision on this one point could be a step to greater peace in the world.

Christ healed when there was faith. He still can and does heal. God knows and we know that a great deal of healing is needed in the world. Let us ask that those who lead and make laws may be truly inspired in. their thinking and doings. There could be another miracle of healing for which we could give thanks.

From the October 1969 issue of Rye’s Own

 

 

I Join the Ten Ton Club

By Sgt. Noel Thompson.

Air Training Corps. Rye. 2274 Squadron (Thomas Peacocke School)

The 1,000 Miles Per Hour Club, commonly known as the Ten Ton Club, was formed at the Lightning Conversion Squadron, R.A.F. Coltishall in March. 1962. To qualify, the rule is that the member must be at the controls of the aircraft whilst flying at or faster than 1,000 m.p.h. (Mach 1.5 at 36,000 feet) included among the members are The Shah of Persia and King Hussain of Jordan Continue reading I Join the Ten Ton Club

“Rye’s Own’s Mrs. Mopp”

Thirty Miles to Raise Cash for Hill House Children

Three Pounds a Mile – Ten Pounds a Blister

Mr. Jack Pankhurmt, dressed as “Rye’s Own’s Mrs Mopp, 16 year old Francis Roe and Mr Barbara Larking set out on a 30 mile trek to Heating and back.

A challenge made in a Rye pub resulted in 64 year old Jack Pankhurst and Mrs. Babs Larking 57, walking 30 miles and earning over eighty pounds that will give the children of Hill House Hospital an outing to Margate.

Continue reading “Rye’s Own’s Mrs. Mopp”

Rye Firemen Maintain Standard

Rye’s Part Time Firemen Win Another Trophy

For the third year running Rye Firemen have come back from the East Sussex Fire Services Pump Drill Competitions at Mayfield with a Trophy

This year Rye have brought back the “Wieland Cup” for the five man competition. it replaces the ‘Dumbrell’ Trophy which Rye held in 1967 and 1968. The ‘Dumbrell Cup’ for the four man competition.was won by Herstmonceux in 46 4/5 secs.  Rye were forth, eight seconds slower. Continue reading Rye Firemen Maintain Standard

Fashion Scene July 1969

FASHION SCENE

July is traditionally the ‘seaside’ month.

With this in mind Fashion Scene takes a peep at bathing costumes. These two snazzy outfits are available from The Stocking Parlour.

Jaunty Military Style Costume
Jaunty Military Style Costume

This jaunty Military Style costume is smartly trimmed with braid    99/11

A Dashing Two Piece With A Deep ‘V’ Neck
A Dashing Two Piece
With A Deep ‘V’ Neck

A Dashing Two Piece With A Deep ‘V’ Neck ‘79/11

Both these costumes and many others are available from The THE STOCKING PARLOUR. 102, High Street, Rye

Model Rosalind Stace

Frederica Tops the Poll

 

Twenty-three-year-old Frederica Barwood was voted “Rye’s Girl of the Year” by readers and becomes “Miss Rye’s Own 1969”. Continue reading Frederica Tops the Poll

Rye Election 69

ELECTION ‘69

Rye people do care how local government is run. This point was driven home at the council elections on May 8th. when a near record 54 per cent poll was recorded. Continue reading Rye Election 69

Miss Rye’s Own Finalists 1969

The eight young ladies pictured below are the finalists in the 1969 “Miss Rye’s Own” competition. You, our readers, are asked to judge the final. Just pick out who you think should be “Miss Rye’s Own, 1969”. and send a post card with your

Vote Vote

choice to “Miss Rye’s Own” Office, 6 Cinque Ports Street, Rye. Sign your name on Continue reading Miss Rye’s Own Finalists 1969