Michael D.Heath-Caldwell M.Arch.

1927

Staffordshire Sentinel

Thursday 17 February 1927

Butt Lane Cricket Club - Annual Meeting

The annual meeting of Butt Lane Cricket Club was held on Wednesday evening, in the Primitive Methodist School, Butt Lane. In the unavoidable absence of the Presidnet, Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell C.B., of Linley Hall, Mr Joseph Boulton, Chairman of the General Committee, presided.- - - -(continues) - - --Officers re-elected were: Major-General Heath-Caldwell President; Mr Joseph Boulton, Chairman of Committee, - - - -(continues) - - --

Staffordshire Sentinel

Friday 18 February 1927

Old Folk's Treat - Happy Gathering at Butt Lane

The old people of Talke and Butt Lane were the guests on Thursday evening of the Talke and Butt Lane Old Folks' Treat Committee, the annual tea and concert behing held in the Primitive Methodist School, Butt Lane. There were about 300 persons present for tea. The arrangements were carried out by a committee comprising Mr William Swingewood (President), Mr Wm. H. Wood (Vice-President), Mr John Henshall (hon. treasurer),  - - - - (continues) - - - -

Those guests who were unable to walk from and to their homes were conveyed by motor-cars, lent by Mr Swingewood, Mr Smith and Mr D. Pace. Two of the oldest guests present were Mr Joseph Witney (87) and Mrs Berresford (84).- - - - (continues) - - - -

At the concert Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell C.B., of Linley Hall, presided, and was supported by Mr William Swingewood, Dr W.A. MacDonald and Mr W. Meadowcroft. - - - - (continues) - - - -

During the interval refreshments were served. A number of the cakes had been sent by Mrs Heath-Caldwell of Linley Hall for distribution amongst the guests.

Staffordshire Sentinel

Friday 4 March 1927

Sale of Work at Talke

The annual sale of work in connection with St.Saviour's Church, Talke, was held on Tuesday, in the schoolroom, the object being to raise funds to reduce the debt on the Clergy Fund &c.

The Rev. W.R.H. Cosens presided at the opening ceremony and among others present were the Rev. J.H.L. Edwards (Rector of Talke and Rural Dean of Newcastle), Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell C.B., and Mrs Heath-Caldwell, Mrs J.T. Crimes (Lawton) and Mrs J.B.Crimes (Kidsgrove).

Mrs Heath-Caldwell declared the sale open, and wished the promoters every success.A vote of thanks to Mrs Heath-Caldwell was proposed by the Rector and seconded by Mr H. Wright (chruchwarden), and was heartily accorded.Stallholders were as follows:-Congregational Stall. - Miss Raby, Mss Chute, Mrs Jones, Mrs Harrison and Mrs Barker.Refeshments - Mrs G. Broadhurst, Mrs H. Wright, Mrs Price, Miss Evans and Miss SmithCrockery Stall - Mrs C. Wildblood and Mrs E. Boulton.- - - -(continues) - - 

Staffordshire Sentinel

Saturday 18 June 1927

Staffordshire Red Cross Society - Annual Meeting at Hanley

There was an excellent attendance at the annual meeting of the Staffordshire Branch of the British Red Cross Society, held at Hanley Town Hall, on Tuesday, when Lady Dorothy Meynell, the president of the branch, presided, supported by Dr C. Reid O.B.E., (county director), Dr Gilchrist (assistant county director), - - - - (continues) - - - -

Executive Committee ReportThe Executive Committee's annual report showed that during the year 260 ex-Service menand 75 widows were assisted by the Emergency  Help Committee, the amount paid to them being £2, 710 16s. 11d. and £491 9s. 3d. was refunded by those who succeeded in their claims to pension.In order to make the divisions more workable, the Pirehill Division had been split up as follows:- Audley V.P. Mrs Heath-Caldwell, Linley Wood, Talke; - - - - (continues) - - - -

Staffordshire Sentinel

Wednesday 22 June 1927

Stoke-on-Trent Choral Society

American Tea & Garden Party - will be held at "The Lea," Barlaston, on Saturday July 2nd. (The Residence of the President, Major and Mrs F.H> Wedgwood). To be opened at 3 o'clock by Mrs F.C. Heath-Caldwell supported by General F.C. Heath-CaldwellCounty Dancing, Choral and Select Solo Items. Competitions. Tennis, Bowls &c. Ticket 1/6 (including tea). Trains leave Stoke 2.20 and 2.45

 Staffordshire Sentinel

Friday 24 June 1927

Garden Party at Linley Hall - Talke Effort for the Infirmary.

Through the kindness of Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell C.B., and Mrs Heath-Caldwell, a garden party was held on Thursday afternoon and evening in the grounds at Linley Hall, Talke, on behalf of the North Staffordshire Royal Infirmary.It was organised by the officials and members of the Talke and Butt Lane Hospital Saturday Committee.

Linley Hall is most pleasantly situated, and from its elevated position an excellent view of the surrounding country is obtained. the beautiful flower gardens, which just now are looking at their best, the well-kept lawns and woodland walks were much admired by the visitors. It was an ideal spot for such a gathering, and had the weather been more favourable during the earlier part of the afternoon, there would doubtless have been a much larger attendance.

The officials and members of the committee are as follows: - President, Dr W.A. MacDonald, Vice-Presidents, Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell and Mr William Swingewood; Hon. Secretaries, Messrs John Swingewood and Ernest Birt; Hon. Treasurer, Mr George Thomas; President of Ladies' Committee, Mrs F. Welch, Secretary of the Ladies Committee, Mrs C. Hancock; Mrs MacDonald, Mrs W. Welch, Mrs Rowley, Mrs Bromley, Mrs R. Smith, Mrs R. Delves jun., Mrs J. Brookes, and Messrs Fred Welch, WIlliam Welch, C. Wildblood, John Boughey and H. Ashmore.

A tennis tournament arranged by Miss Martin and Miss S.Wright, was held during the afternoon and evening, and the ancient game of bowls was indulged in by a number of the visitors.

In the evening an open-air concert was given. Major-General Heath-Caldwell presided, supported by Mr William Swingewood and Mr Wainwright, who deputised for Mr W. Stevenson (Secretary and House Governor of the Infirmary).The Chairman extended a hearty welcome to the visitors and expressed the pleasure it affored Mrs Heath-Caldwell and himself to assist the efforts which were being made by the local Hospital Committee on behalf of the Infirmary.Mr Wainwright gave a short address dealing with the work and needs of the Infirmary and spoke in terms of high appreciation of the excellent work which is being done by the Talke and Butt Lane Hospital Committee in raising funds for the Infirmary.

An enjoyable musical programme was provided. Songs were rendered in an acceptable manner by Miss Richardson (soprano), Miss Mary Boughey (contralto), and Mr Harold Ashmore (bass). Miss C.M. Sutton A.R.M.C.M., of Talke was the solo pianist and accompanist.A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Chairman and artists on the motion of Mr William Swingewood, and Major-General Heath-Caldwell responded.- - - -(continues) - - --

The Rode Hall Brass Band (conductor, Mr Pierpoint) were in attendance and played selections during the afternoon anbd for dancing in the evening.Forthcoming efforts by the local Hospital Committee on behalf of the Infirmary include the annual Hospital Saturday parade on July 9th, followed by a flower day, and the annual musical festival

Staffordshire Sentinel (Repeat)

Wednesday 29 June 1927

Garden Party at Linley Hall - Alsager Gold Club Effort.

The officials and members of the Alsager Golf Club were unfortunate in regard to their garden party a Linley Hall on Saturday. At 3 o'clock, about the time the proceedings should have commenced, rain came on and continued incessingly throughout the rest of the afternoon and the greater part of the evening.

Under the adverse conditions the programme had to be considerably curtailed, and some of the outdoor events abandoned. There was only a small attendance, the majority of those present being officials and members of the club, and a few visitors from Alsager, Kidsgrove and Lawton, and the surrounding district.

The garden party had been organised on behalf of the funds of the club of which Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell C.B. of Linley Hall is President. He is also the landlord of the club's course at Linley, which is one of the best for many miles around.

The club has an energetic secretary in Mr H.V. Lynam with Mr Ernest Rushworth of Alsager as assistant secretary. Dr W.S. Lynd is the captain.Major-General and Mrs Heath-Caldwell were a genial host and hostess and took an active interest in the proceedings.

A tennis tournament had to be abandoned owing to the rain, but other outdoor games, &c were held during the afternoon. The various stalls, side-shows, competitions,&c with those in charge, included the following: -

Skittles, Messrs W. Bingham and H. Stevenson; clock gold, Dr W.S.Lynd, Messrs Beech and R. Titley; band, Mr W.R. Russell; tennis, Messrs Billie Sayers and G. Forshaw; darts, Mrs Steventon, Miss Watkins and Miss Drinkwater; houp-la, Mrs Parsons, Mrs Bickley, Miss Ball, Miss Brownsword and Miss P. Sherwin; wheel of fortune, Mrs F. Bailey, Miss Baileya and helpers; bowling Messrs J Henshaw and J.Webster; hidden treasure, Mrs Mrs Henshaw and Miss Joan Piggott- - - -(continues) - - Skit ball, Messrs Crimes and F. Bailey, lucky squeeze, Miss Poole and Miss Ellis, ice cream, Mrs H.C. Mellor; chocolate, sweets and lemonade, Mrs Harpur, Mrs Lynam, Mrs Sherwin, Mrs Lynd and others - - - -(continues) - - 

Selections were given during the afternoon by the Kidsgrove Y.M.C.A. Excelsior Silver Prize Band

Staffordshire Sentinel

Tuesday 5 July 1927

Stoke-on-Trent Choral Society - Successful Garden Party at Barlaston

Through the hospitality of Major and Mrs F.H. Wedgwood, the third annual garden party in aid of the funds of the Stoke-on-Trent Choral Society was held at The Lea, Barlaston, on Saturday, and proved to be an even greater social success than either of the predecessors.

The function was favoured by delightful weather - a special piece of good fortune after the recent rainy spell - and therer was an attendance of quite 300.

The beautiful grounds of The Lea were in themselves a great attaction, and the personal interest taken in the proceedings by Major and Mrs Wedgwood and by Misses Joy and Star Wedgwood, contributed greatly to the enjoyment of everyone present.

The society was also honoured by the presence of Lady Farrer and General and Mrs F.C. Heath-Caldwell, all of whom are regular supporters of the society's concerts.

Mrs Heath-Caldwell graciously performed the opening ceremony, being introduced by Major Wedgwood in his duel capacity as host and as president of the society. Major Wedgwood extended to Mrs Heath-Caldwell and the other visitors a hearty welcome, and expressed the hope that the garden party would be both a social and financial success. (Applause).Mrs Heath-Caldwell, in declaring the garden party open, said it had been her pleasure to attend many oif the society's concerts, and she desired to congratulate the choir and conductor upon the high standard of the performances. She hoped that the excellent work which the society was doing in the cause of music would long continue, and that the public would give the society the support it so richly deserved.(Applause). She was very glad to have the opportunity of associating herself with the society in its efforts to raise funds by means of that garden party, which she had the utmost pleasure in declaring open. (Applause).

A vote of thanks to Mrs Heath-Caldwell was carried with enthusiasm, on the proposition of Mr C.L. Forrester, seconded by the Conductor (Mr Ernest C. Redfern).Some New FeaturesIn the grounds were set out number of attractive stalls. A crockery stall had been stocked by Major Wedgwood, and was under the supervision of Mrs and the Misses Wedgwood. - - - -(Continues) - - - 

Staffordshire Sentinel

Friday 15 July 1927

Garden Party at Linley Hall - Successful Church Effort.

Through the kindness of Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell C.B., and Mrs Heath-Caldwell, a garden party was held on Thursday in the grounds of Linley Hall, Talke on behalf of the funds of the Talke Parish Church and Talke St.Savious Church.

It was organised by members of the Parochial Church Council, with Miss Crosby as Hon.Secretary, and Mr Robert Chadwick the Hon. Treasurer.

Apart from the fete attractions there was plenty to interest the numerous visitors, and the beautiful flower gardens, the well-kept lawns and the woodland were much admired.

Considerable interest was taken in a tennis tournament organised by the Rev. W.R.H. Cosens, in which 16 couples competed. The two couples to reach the final, which was not concluded until 9 o'clock were Mr Arthur Boulton and Miss Evans and Mr William Salt and Miss S. Baskeyfield. The result was a win for Mr Salt and Miss Baskeyfield.

A bowling handicap, arranged by Mr J. WIlson and Mr Ernest Dale was held on the lawn in front of the hall, and was well contested.

A feature of the evening's proceedings was a display of Maypole dancing by scholars of Talke Girls' School, trained and under the direction of Miss Wright (Headmistress), and equally enjoyable were the country dances, &c., given by the scholars .

Miss S. Wright played the pianoforte accompaniments. A concert was also given by Talke Male Voice Prize Choir, conducted by Mr Fred J. Bossons and songs were rendered by Mr Charles Hancock (tenor), Mr Ernest Bennett (baritone) and Mr Arthur Taylor (bass), Mr Harold Birks being the accompanist.

The various stalls, competitions &c., and those in charge were as follows:- Skittles, Mr E Rushwork; sweets &c., Mrs Walton; Ice cream , Mrs S. Shipley; houp-la, Miss Raby, Miss Florrie Ashmore and Miss Eva Barker; weighing machine and wheel of fortune, Mrs R. Delves,jun.; darts, Master Percy Wildblood; clock golf, Master Reg. Taylor; hidden treasure (won by Mrs. F. Wainwright), Miss Crosby, refreshments, Mrs H. Wright and Mrs Colclough, assisted by a number of church workers.Members of the Parochial Council and sidesmen officiated as stewards. The Jollies Jazz Band played seclections for dancing.

The Scotsman
Thursday 29 September 1927
Miss Henrietta Elizabeth Helsham-Jones,of Liney Wood, Audley, Staffs, Net. personalty £16,404, gross . . . £16,460

Staffordshire Sentinel

Thursday 17 November 1927

Mrs F.C. Heath-Caldwell  - Injured in Motor Accident after Hunting.

Major-General and Mrs F.C.Heath-Caldwell of Linley Wood, Talke, were in a motoring accident near Nantwich on Wednesday, as a result of which Mrs Heath-Caldwell is suffering from a broken collar bone and also from shock.

During the day General and Mrs Heath-Caldwell had been out hunting, and it was when they were driving home that the accident occurred. At a spot where the Willaston road joins the main road from Nantwich to Newcastle the General, in order to avoid a collision with another car, turned sharply to the left into a by-road. The car ran up a bank and over-turned.

Mrs Heath-Caldwell, as already stated, was injured, but her husband was unhurt. Today Mrs Heath-Caldwell was stated to be making satisfactory progress.

To a "Sentinel" representative this morning the General said no blame could be attached to anyone for the occurrence, the accident being quite unavoidable.

Chester Chronicle

Saturday 19 November 1927

Major-General's Car in Collision.

An alarming accident occurred on the Newcastle road near Nantwich late on Wednesday afternoon, a car in which were Major-General Heath-Caldwelland Mrs Heath-Caldwel, collided with a car which was approaching the main road from the lower Willaston bye-road.
General Heath-Caldwell's car was overturned. A motor-bus, which was in close vicinity of the bye-road at the time, pulled up, and the driver and passengers alighting went to the assistance of General Heath-Caldwell and Mrs Caldwell.

They righted the car, and General Heath-Caldwell was found to be unhurt. Mrs (Heath-)Caldwell however, appeared in considerable pain, and she was taken to a farm near by, to which Dr. Wyncoll, of Willaston was immediately summoned. 

Mrs Heath-Caldwell was suffering from shock and complained of injuries on the lower part of the chest, but it was thought her ribs had escaped serious injury. It was, however, necessary, after Dr. Wyncoll had attended to her, to send her home in an ambulance car.

General Heath-Caldwell lives in Linley Wood, Talke, Staffordshire. When the accident happened they were on their way home after hunting with the North Staffordshire Hounds, which had met in the morning at Doddington, Nantwich.

Staffordshire Sentinel (repeated Staffordshire Advertiser 10 Dec. 1927)

Monday 5 December 1927

Regimental Ball at Stoke - 5th North Staffordshire's Brilliant Function.

The annual regimental ball of the 5th Battalion North Staffordshire Regiment, held at the King's Hall, Stoke, on Friday, was once again a brilliant social success, although the number of guests was not quite so large as in former years.

In addition to a representative assembly of members of well-known county famillies, and most of the officers of the various battalions in the Potteries, many of the guests came from a considerable distance.The King's Hall had been delightfully decorated for the event, a feature being the mounting, on the stage. of the King's and Queen's Colours - in the Colour to be presented by Col.Harry Johnson D.S.O.,  - over the piled presentation silver drums and bugles. A profuse display of flags and bunting hung around the balcony, and there were artistic floral decorations by Messrs Jenkinson of Newcastle.  - - - - (continues) - - - - 

The GuestsThe following is the official list of the guests with (where indicated) their parties:- - - - - (continues) - - - - Major-General F.C. Heath-Caldwell and Mrs Heath-Caldwell. - - - - (continues) - - - -