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  There was a larger gathering then usual at the Mothers' Union meeting on Monday to hear an address by Mrs. Lomas (South Normanton), a former speaker to the Union. The chairman was Mrs. Grierson, and Mrs. Lomas gave a very instructive talk entitled "Wheels within wheels," in which she described the whole system of church organisation and administration. She illustrated her remarks with many of the Proverbs, and was thanked at the close by the chairman, Mrs. J. Shaw seconded, and Mrs. Lomas briefly responded.

  On Sunday the Wesley Guild anniversary was celebrated at the Sutton Road Church, arrangements for a successful observance having been made by Mr. A. Barnes (Guild Secretary). An encouraging amount of interest was taken in the event and the attendances were satisfactory. On Sunday two sermons were preached by the Rev. J. Hooley (Alfreton), and special music was rendered by the choir. At evening service two anthems were rendered, ... the soloist being Miss Alice Booth. The music was under the direction of Mr. Donald Weston, and the organist was Mr. J. Weston. On Monday a lecture was given by the Rev. T. Holden, who will be remembered as formerly of this circuit, but now of Eckington. His subject was "A Collier of Manchester," the story appealing strongly to his audience. Mr. A. Daffin was the chairman, and the choir gave a part-song, conducted by Mr. D. Weston. The proceeds on Monday were for the Wesley Guild, and on Sunday for the church funds.

  It is difficult to understand how it is that, with the greatly increased population of Sutton during the past 20 years, the number of children attending school should be less to-day than in 1912. Such, however, is the case, and although it is claimed that figures can be made to prove anything, there is no disputing the state of affairs, which was revealed to the Managers of the schools at their meeting on Monday. When they were informed some weeks ago that numbers were less they were somewhat credulous but the statement has now been substantiated. Huthwaite shows a remarkable decrease. Whereas in 1912 the scholars at the schools totalled 1206, the figures to-day are 853, a decrease of about 350. Sutton's decrease is not anything like so startling, the numbers being 95 less. The query was naturally raised as to how this could be in view of the fact that, despite the additional facilities, there was still a demand for increased accommodation. The explanation, of course, is not difficult. Conditions have altered very considerably during the last twenty years. At one time class rooms were crowded, and classes were abnormally large, but these things are no more. The numbers in a class have been regulated, desks are more up-to-date, and in every way the welfare of the child is receiving the utmost consideration. This is all to the good, but nevertheless the statistics presented came as a great surprise, as well these might do.

  Big parties have been going from Sutton and surrounding parishes to Blackpool during the past few weeks to see the illuminations. This year these are better than ever, and Suttonians have found much to delight and entertain them at this favourite seaside resort. The fact that the return journey has not been completed until the "wee sma' hours," of the morning has not in any way discounted the pleasures of the trips. It has all been taken as part of the outing. Last week-end there was an unusually large exodus from Stanton Hill, Teversal and Skegby, the occasion being the annual outing arranged in connection with Sutton Colliery. The excursionists were accompanied by Mr. J. Strachan, the manager, and the outing was one of the most successful ever held in connection with this company. Owing to an unavoidable late start on the return journey, home was not reached until after early morning service on Sunday, a state of affairs which led to some being met with the facetious enquiry as to which service they had been attending.

  The funeral took place at Huthwaite of Mrs. Annie Deakin, of Rookery Lane, the Rev. W.L. Boulton officiating at the Parish Church service and at the graveside. Mrs. Deakin, who was 56 years of age, was born in Huthwaite, on Common Side, and was a member of an old and well-known Huthwaite family.
  She had lived all her life in the immediate locality, but for a number of years she had been in an indifferent state of health. She was not confined to the house, and the end, which was unexpected, was a blow to her friends and neighbours, and great sympathy has been extended to her husband and two sons who are left.
  The mourners were as follows:- Mr. J. Deakin, husband; Ted and Clem, sons; Lottie, sister; Mr. E. Burrows, Mr. and Mrs. Clem Burrows and Mrs. L. Burrows, brothers and sisters-in-law. Personal friends who attended were Mirs. Lawrence (Sutton), Mrs. J. Hewitt, Mr. and Mrs. F. Oxley, Mr. and Mrs. T. Topham, Mr. G. Deakin and Mr. L. Beresford.
  The bearers were Messrs. C. Burrows, T. Burrows, G. Deakin, junior, nephews, and H. Slater. ...

  Miss Marjorie Ensor, a Huthwaite student at Lincoln College, was a member of the college net ball team which defeated Nottingham University at Lincoln on Saturday.

  Mrs. R. Bailey, of Cemetery Lodge, underwent an operation at Nottingham General Hospital last week. The operation was successful, and the patient is making satisfactory progress. She has been visited by her friends, but will not be able to return home for a few weeks.

  The total proceeds of the Parish Church harvest festival were £37 11s., the best result for several years. Of this amount, offertories in church are represented by £15 17s. 1d., the remainder having been collected outside church, and raised by the harvest tea. The greater part of the money will be used to meet the Diocesan quota, which requires £31 from Huthwaite. The gifts of fruit and vegetables were, as usual, given to the sick and needy.

  The annual "Leaf Day" on behalf of Ellerslie House, the Duchess of Portland's Convalescent Home, was somewhat marred by wet weather. On this account the £4 18s. which was realised was less than last year, but was satisfactory when the conditions and the scarcity of money are considered. The arrangements were again made and supervised by Councillor Goodall, diligent help being given by Miss Searson and Miss Evelyn Connah. The C.W.S. factory, Messrs. Betts and Broughton and the day schools' staffs also materially assisted the good cause.