1921
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1921
A Big Scheme
On 25th November 1921, the Consett Guardian reported on a "Big Scheme" which, at the time, hadn't been officially announced. It is possible that there is a link between the bowling greens mentioned and the greens laid in Consett Park, and used by Consett Park Bowling Club from 1923.
We also see mention of Major Mangles, who was to become an important member of Consett Park Bowling Club. We have included Major Mangles in our "Hall of Fame". Are you a descendant of Major Mangles? If so, we would love to hear from you, and perhaps we could work together to create a fitting tribute to the Major.
In Other News
The Consett Guardian included adverts that appeared in the columns as though they were news stories. On the same page as the "Big Scheme" story, there were adverts for Veno's Lightning Cough Cure and Atora's Shredded Beef Suet, above and below an article about a Chrysanthemum Exhibition at Annfield Plain. Atora Shredded Beef Suet is still available today, together with a vegetable equivalent. Other brands are available.