Tag: Aberdeen Journal

Aberdeen Journal: 16th June 1933

Glass Cookery: Glass W.R.I. Mrs. Pinsent presiding decided to change the hour of the meeting during the summer months from four to seven o’clock. Three cookery demonstrations were given – by Mrs. Duncan, Edinglassie, on the baking of fruit cakes; Mrs. Duncan, Belnaboth, on girdle scones; and Mrs. Cassie on the making of an omelette. Miss Janet Burgess delighted with a humorous Scots recitation “Jimmy,” The hostesses were Mrs. Burgess, Mrs. Fraser, Mrs. Mackie, and Miss Horne: Votes of thanks were proposed by Mrs. Pinsent and Mrs. Ingleby.

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Friday 26th May 1933

Glass Competitions: To Glass W.R.I. — Mrs. Duncan presiding: — Mrs. Ingleby gave a talk on embroidering coloured blankets and exhibited some of her own work. Mrs. Shand, secretary, reported on the year’s work and Mrs. Cassie, treasurer, read the financial statement — both very satisfactory. A guessing competition, organised by Mrs. Anderson, was won by Miss Brander and Miss Whyte (equal). For the best six eggs the prizes went to: — 1, Mrs. Fraser; 2, Mrs. Barron. The eggs were sent to Huntly Hospital.  Office-bearers were appointed for the coming session: — Hon. president, Mrs. Ingleby; president, Mrs. Pinsent; vice-president, Mrs. Duncan; secretary, Mrs. Shand; treasurer, Mrs. Cassie; other members — Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Burgess, Mrs. Duncan, Belnaboth, Miss Brander, Miss E. Horne and Miss Whyte, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Paterson, Miss Cormack and Miss Thomson were hostesses: Votes of thanks were proposed by Mrs. Duncan and Mrs. …

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Friday 4th November 1932

Glass Demonstration: To members of Glass W.R.I. — Mrs. Pinsent presiding — an instructive demonstration on wool rug-making was given by Mrs. Anderson. In a competition judged by Mrs. Pinsent and Mrs. Ingleby, the awards were: — Gooseberry jelly—1, Mrs. Morrison; 2, Mrs. Barron; strawberry jam — 1, Mrs. Shand; 2, Mrs. Paterson. Mrs. Cameron gave pianoforte selections, and Mrs. Ingleby delighted with three songs. Miss Brander, Mrs. Gordon, Mrs. Smith, and Miss Whyte were hostesses.

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Monday 26th September 1932

Glass at Edinglassie Lodge: Members of Glass W.R.I.; by Huntly, had an enjoyable afternoon at Edinglassie Lodge, the guests of Mrs. Pinsent, president. The programme included a delightful cinematograph display by Commander Pinsent. Mrs. Geddes, Invermarkie, thanked Commander and Mrs. Pinsent for the enjoyable entertainment they had given. A hearty vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs. Duncan to Mrs. Ingleby, Invermarkie Lodge, who had motored the visitors to and from the party. At the monthly meeting an “Open Night” — Mrs. Pinsent presiding — Commander Pinsent gave an enjoyable talk on the Navy, illustrated by lantern slides. There was a large audience, and a silver collection was taken on behalf of the W.R.I. funds. Mr. Shand, Schoolhouse, thanked Commander and Mrs. Pinsent, also Captain Philimore, the lanternist. In a competition for the best sixpenny supper for two- persons Lady Martin Smith and Captain Philimore made the awards: 1, Mrs. Cassie, 2, Miss J. Thomson. The prizes were the gift of Mrs. Pinsent.

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GRO0157 Devonport: Clive Pinsent: 1886 – 1948
GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974
 
 

Aberdeen Journal: Friday 2nd September 1932

Glass: “New from Old”: To Glass W.R.I. Mrs. Geddes, Invermarkie, introduced Mrs. Pinsent, Edinglassie Lodge, the new president, who then took the chair. Miss Henderson, Invermarkie, gave a demonstration on the making of strawberry jam, the strawberries being the gift of Mrs. Pinsent. A delightful music entertainment was also given to Mrs. Stainer and family, Cairnborrow Lodge.  In the competition “something new from something old” the prize-winners were: 1, Mrs. Duncan, Belnaboth, with boy’s suit; 2, Mrs. Gordon, Mill House, with girl’s coat. The prizes were also gifted by Mrs. Pinsent. Mrs. Burgess, Mrs. Dey and Miss Young were hostesses.

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Friday 1st July 1932

Glass: “Mysteries”: At Glass W.R.I. — Mrs. Duncan presiding — Mrs. Anderson reported the garden-party Craibstone, and Mrs. Shand intimated that Mrs. Pinsent had agreed to accept office as president for the year. A demonstration on home-made polishes was given by Miss Mackenzie, Dufftown, who showed various furniture creams, and scouring mixtures could be made at home cheaply and with little trouble. In a competition, “Railway Stations,” organised by Mrs. Cassie, the prizes were won by: — 1, Mrs. Fraser; 2, Miss Whyte. Sixpenny mystery parcels were sold for the funds of the Institute. Misses N. Duncan and J. Thomson provided musical selections. Mrs. Cassie, Mrs. Gauld and Misses L. and J. Thompson were hostesses.

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Monday 30th May 1932

Glass Appreciation: Following demonstration quilting Miss Henderson, organiser. Glass W.R.I. had reports from Mrs. Shand, secretary, and Mrs. Cassie, treasurer. Mrs. Shand expressed great regret that Mrs. Kessler, who had been president for a number of years, had now left the district, and spoke highly of the work she had done. Mrs. Geddes, hon. president, had previously, on behalf of the members, presented Mrs. Kessler with a beautiful salad bowl. It was decided to ask Mrs. Pinsent, Edinglassie Lodge, to act as president. The new committee were elected by ballot — Mrs. Duncan, vice-president; Mrs. Shand, secretary; Mrs. Cassie, treasurer; Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Barron, Miss Brander, Mrs. Burgess, Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Robson, and Miss Whyte. Mrs. Shand, who has proved a most efficient secretary for the past five years, was presented with a beautiful Aladdin lamp – The presentation was made by Mrs. Geddes, and Mrs. Shand acknowledged. In a competition for the six best eggs, the prizes went to —1, Mrs. Duncan, Belnaboth; 2, Miss Duff, Netherton. Solos were rendered by Miss Watson, and Mrs. Cameron provided piano selections. Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Morrison, and Mrs. Paterson were hostesses.

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Wednesday 8th July 1931

Treasury Promotions: The Lords Commissioners of his Majesty’s Treasury have approved the following promotions in the Treasury consequential on the appointment of Mr. G. C. Upcott, C.B., to Comptroller and Auditor-General, with effect from October 1 next. Mr. F. Phillips, C.B., to be Deputy Controller. Mr. J. Rae to be a principal assistant secretary. Mr. G. H. S. Pinsent to be an assistant secretary.

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GRO0365 Devonport: Gerald Hume Saverie Pinsent: 1888 – 1976

Aberdeen Journal: Wednesday 30th August 1939

Glass Lunch Menu: Glass W.R.I. met in the Parish Hall. Mrs. Duncan presided in the absence of Mrs. Pinsent, Edinglassie Lodge, president. Miss Macgregor, Hardhaugh, Dufftown, gave a demonstration on a lunch menu which consisted of fish soup, meat roll, and ginger pudding. The competition was “something made from odd pieces of new wool” … Mrs. Pinsent gave the prizes. Votes of thanks were given for the demonstration and to the hostesses and Mrs. Pinsent for prizes.

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974

Aberdeen Journal: Thursday 22nd August 1929

Keith Sheep Dog Trials: Record Gathering: Premier Interested Spectator: There was a record crowd at the annual meeting of the North British Sheep Dog Trials Association at Seafield Park, Keith, yesterday, and some fine performances were witnessed. The Prime Minister was one of the most interested spectators. … (review of event) … Amongst those present were: … (includes) Mrs. Pinsent, Edinglassie …

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GRO1108 Devonport: Kathleen Jane Macpherson: 1895 – 1974