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A MEASURE of Sir Harry Lauder’s international fame could be found on one of the many wreaths on display at his funeral in Hamilton on March 2, 1950. It bore the message, ‘In grateful remembrance of a grand life’s work’, and was signed by Winston Churchill, the once and future Prime Minister, and his wife Clementine. Sir Harry had died at home on February 26, aged 79. Six cars filled with wreaths from relatives, public bodies and his friends from the world of entertainment preceded the funeral cortege to Cadzow Church from Lauder Ha’, Strathaven, where a private service had been held. ....
From homemade bread to tins of biscuits, the parishioners of the Arklow, Inch and Kilbride parishes have been finding unique ways to welcome their new rector, Rev Arthur Barrett. The Covid-19 pandemic and the current public health guidelines mean the congregation and the local community cannot say hello to the new rector and his family at this moment as they would have liked. Instead, parishioners and the community have found creative ways to make the new arrivals feel at home. Speaking to this paper, Rev Arthur said he had received many cards and messages since his move to Arklow. We are delighted with the warm welcome. People have been very good and sent cards, letters and good wishes even though we haven t been able to meet. People have offered simple gestures. We found a tin of biscuits and a card on our doorstep one day. Someone else left marmalade and a loaf of fresh homemade bread. Simple things, but they are ways of making us feel welcome, even if we are not ....