Minutes of meeting held at the Hall on August 1st 1967.

Written by Mrs J Lewis.

Present. Chairman Mr F W Richards Mrs Lloyd, Mrs Shaw, Mrs L Saunders, Mrs L Lewis, Mr H Burton, Mr J Harris, Mr J Evans, Mr F Banfield, and Mr D Williams.

An apology for absence from Mr R Griffiths. No other apologies were received.

A lengthy discussion was held on the proposed dance to be held on August Monday. It was decided that as Mr W Lloyd was not present and of the uncertainty of getting a band it was felt that a bar should not be applied for.

It was proposed by Mrs Phil Saunders and Second by Mr H Burton that a Poultry Drive should be held in aid of the Hall and that a date should be decided at the next meeting.

It was decided that an all ticket Dinner & Dance should be held on the 15th September 1967 from 8.00pm to 1.0am.It was also decided that the ticket would be 10/6.

Mr Burton stated that he had held over any further dealings about the third party insurance for the school field, as there appeared to be a miss-understanding about equipment and grant.

The proposed grant of £40 from the Education Committee was discussed in some length. It appeared that all we could expect was about £18 and so it was decided that Mr D Williams would try to get something in writing from the authority and report back at the next meeting.

A rota system for the school field was discussed. Volunteers were asked for, but this was held over until the next meeting.

Mr Banfield reported that Mrs Stephens had asked again that something be done for the O.A.P. and Widows of the parish. After much discussion it was proposed by Mr H Burton and Second by Mr J Harris that dinner followed by some entertainment should be arranged for the Henllys O.A.P. & Widows. This was agreed and it was decided that Mr D Williams would arrange the entertainment, also that Mr D Williams would send around an invitation and questionnaire to find out how many would be able to go also those that needed transport. It was also decided that a basket of fruit would be sent to the infirmed who would not be able to attend. The date was fixed for the 11th October 1967 at 7.00pm.

A donation of 1gn was suggested by Mrs Shaw to be sent to the Malpas Gymnastic Club in recognition of their display at the Village Hall Fete. Mr J Harris suggested 2gns and after discussion it was put to the vote and was decided to send 2gns. The secretary was asked to write thanking the Club for their display and to send them a cheque for 2gns.

Mr F Banfield stated that he would have to resign as Tote Treasurer at the end of October, but he would be pleased to carry on selling the tickets.

It was proposed by Mr Dave Williams and second by Mr F Banfield that members that failed to attend 3 monthly meetings should be approached and asked if they intend taking any further interest in the Village Hall activities

There was no other business the meeting closed at 10.20pm

Signed by Mr F W Richards.

Minutes of the meeting held at the Hall September 6th 1967.

Written by Mrs J Lewis.

Members present; Chairman Mr F Richards, Mrs R Lloyd, Mr Higgs, Mr D Willaims, Mr F Banfield, Mr J Harris, Mr J Evans, Mr A Samuel. Mrs J Lewis,

Apologies were received from Mr H Burton.

First to be discussed at this meeting was the O.A.P.dinner. Mr D Williams has sent out the invitations and is awaiting replies.

Mr D Williams stated that he had not yet found out about grant for equipment for the Youth Club.

Prop by Mr A Samuel

Sec by Mr F Banfield. That a Poultry Drive be held on 16th November 1967.Also an estimate has been sent out for 200 posters and 5,000 books draw tickets for the Poultry Drive, the prizes would be as follows. 1st Bottle of Whisky Basket of fruit. Cigarettes. Choclates.

2nd Sherry . Soap and Hankies

Permission has been given for the school field to be used by the youth, but has been left until next summer.

Prop by Mr A Samuel

Sec by Mrs Bibby. That a bonfire and barbecue be held on the 4th November 1967.Parents will be asked to bring their fireworks. Permission will be asked to use the field opposite the hall, also posters will have to be put out.

It was decided not to hold the dance on the 16th September 1967, but to hold a dance nearer Christmas.

Applications for the Hall are as follows

Mrs Murray 23rd September birthday party and engagement party.

Mrs Higgs for the children at the Sunday school.

16th November Hall Poultry Drive

There be no other business the meeting closed at 9.20pm.

Minutes of a Special meeting called on the 27th September1967.

Members present Chairman Mr F W Richards, Mrs Bibby, Mrs Saunders, Mrs R Lloyd, Mrs N Lloyd, Mrs J Lewis, Mr F Banfield, and Mr B Griffiths.

The meeting was called to find a new Tote Treasurer, but as Mr J Harris was not present, it was decided by the committee to leave this until the next meeting.

Other business to be discussed was the Christmas draw tickets. The heading would be as follows. Henllys Village Hall Grand Christmas draw.

Draw takes place on Thurs. the 16th November 1967 at the Village Hall.

1st Whisky 2nd Sherry 3rd Port 4th Basket of Fruit. 5th Cigarettes. 6th Chocolates

Prize for the Poultry Drive are as follows.

Turkey given by Mr F Richards

Duck do Mr H Burton

Sherry do Mr F Banfield

Chicken do Mr W Lloyd

Tin Biscuits do Mrs N Lloyd

Pork do Mr J Evans.

Also required were admission tickets for the Poultry Drive.They would be as follows;

Henllys Village Hall Grand Poultry drive to be held Theresa 16th November 1967 at 7.30pm.Add 3/- inc. refreshments

It was decided to order posters headed Henllys Village Hall 15x20.

All the tickets have been ordered and are promised by next weekend.

Mr A Samuel suggested that Mr B Smith would be the MC for the Poultry Drive.

Applications for hire of Hall

1st Dec Sewing Class, 9th Nov Henllys Sheepdog Society dinner.

There be no other business the meeting closed at 9.20pm.

Minutes of the meeting held at the Hall 4th October 1967.

Members present.

Mrs Bibby, Mrs N Lloyd, Mrs L Saunders, Mr J Harris, Mr J Evans, Mr A Samuel, Mrs J Lewis.

Apologies were received from Mr D Williams, Mr H Burton, and Mr F Richards.

Mr J Harris took the chair.

The meeting opened with a discussion on what to give to the infirmed who couldn't attend the O.A.P. dinner. There are two men Mr T Court and Mr J Saunders.

They would receive 50 cigarettes each, and the four women who are Miss A L Marsh, Miss L G Marsh, Mrs J Saunders, and Mrs Short. They would have a box of chocolates to the value of 10/-.

It was decided not to hold the bonfire & barbecue of the 4th November.

Prop by Mr F Banfield

Sec by Mrs L Saunders that Mrs R Reeks would succeed Mr F Banfield as Tote Treasurer, but he has offered to assist her when required.

Prop by Mr A Samuel

Sec by Mr J Harris that a vote of thanks be given to Mr Banfield and Mrs Banfield for being Tote Treasurer.

It was mentioned at this meeting that Mr F Richards would be inquiring about playing cards for the Poultry Drive.

Prop by Mr F Banfield

Sec by Mr A Samuel to purchase a Telescopic stand.

Mr Roberts has offered chocolates for the Christmas draw or the Poultry Drive.

Applications for hire. None.

Invoice to Henllys Sheepdog Society £5.5.00d. Mrs Murrey £2.5.00d.

The meeting closed at 9.15pm

Signed by Mr J Harris.

Minutes of the meeting held at the Hall 1st November1967.

Members present.

Mr F Richards Chairman, Mrs Saunders, Mrs Shaw, Mrs J Lewis, Mr F Banfield, Mr J Harris, Mr A Samuel.

Apologies rec'd. Mr D Williams, Mr H Burton.

First to be discussed was the O.A.P.There were two more names to be added to the list of people who could not attend, as they were ill. They are Mrs Marsh and Mrs Roderick.

It was agreed by the committee that Mr Banfield would order the 6 boxes of chocolates and 100 cigarettes from Mr W Lloyd for the people who were infirmed.

General expense for the dinner.

£5.9.00d for groceries and £1 for flowers. This does not include what people have donated.

Prop by Mr F Banfield

Sec by Mr J Harris. That Mr F Richards would purchase 2doz playing cards for the Hall.

MC for the Poultry Drive. Mr A Samuel has seen Mr B Smith and has agreed to be M.C. for the Poultry Drive.

It had been stated that Mr J Evans had been promised some card tables for the Hall.

It was decided by the committee that over Xmas Bingo would be held on Saturday 23rd December1967 instead of Xmas Night

Prop by Mr F Banfield

Sec by Mr A Samuel That Mr f Richards Mr J Lewis, Mr A Samuel would take the bookings for the hall.

Applications.26th October Church Whist. 2nd November Jumble Sale and Whist. Conservatives 23rd November Whist Drive. 7th December Church Poultry Drive.

Payments Cheque from Mrs Murrey £2.5.0d.Mrs J Lewis cash for £1.17.6d. Sheepdog Society Cheque 5gns

There being no other business the meeting closed at 9.00pm