To previous archive

To next archive

Editorial
Concern about the possible closure of the Milton branch of HSBC, the importance of using poop bags, and thanks to PC Dave Rich.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Editorx
Police Notebook
PC Dave Rich explains the new beat areas due to the low incidence of crime in the Wychwoods, and warns about drink driving.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Localx
Can We Help You
Mr Devey explains how the local post office provides 24 hour banking.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Localx, Busx
Eddy Townsend
The Royal British Legion gives permission for Eddy Townsend's grave to be marked with an engraved wooden cross.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Forgotx
Milton Sports Association
Robin Perry describes the formation of the MSA in 1987 with its new pavilion, the granting of a bar licence, and some of the activities.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Sportx
Problems in Your Neighbourhood?
The Oxford Community Mediation charity offers free mediation to help sort out disputes for problems however big or small.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Charitx
Wychwoods Local History Society
Barry Davis spoke on The History of Bells and Bell-ringing, David Eddershaw talked on Flora Thompson's Oxfordshire, James Bond lead a survey around Manor Farm Ascott, and the society visited Lodge Park near Sherborne.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Memorx
Independent Parental Supporters in Education
Marian Roiser describes the scheme she is setting up to help parents of children with special educational needs.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Youthx, Charitx
Threat to HSBC Branch at 47 High Street, Milton-under-Wychwood
Rodney Rose writes to Mr Dalton, Chief Executive of HSBC Bank, asking him to reconsider the proposed move of the local branch.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Localx
Not-for-Profit Family Mediation in Oxfordshire
The Oxfordshire Family Mediation Service (OFMS) helps separated or divorced clients, including a support service for children.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Charitx
Trust for Oxfordshire's Environment Ltd
The Trust distributes money from the collection of Landfill Tax.  A major project is the Wild Waste Show promoting good environmental practice.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Wildx, Charitx
Vi Miles and her Ladies
Thanks to Vi and her ladies for the time and commitment they have given to fundraising in Milton Village Hall.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Charitx Localx
Shipton under Wychwood Directory of Councils and Clubs with Local Information
A brief history of Shipton, mentioning Shipton Court and Prebendal House, with a directory of council and clubs.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Localx
Souvenirs from a Metal Trunk
Harry Everett writes about the souvenirs of his father's time in the Army, serving in the Boer War, WW1, and in the Home Guard in WW2. These include a small army bible. Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Memorx
The Stepney Children's Fund
Jane and Peter Hills write that their son's estate, from his early death at age 27, created the David Hills Trust which feeds money to the Stepney Children's Fund.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Charitx
Gilwell Park
Victoria Schofield was sponsored by the David Hills Trust to spend a week camping in Gilwell Park, running activities for deprived children.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Youthx, Charitx
Gardening
Tips on growing a good lawn, including scarifying, tining, and fertilising.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Greenx
Walk Humble My Son
Volume 1 of Eric R Moss's book was published by Charlbury's Wychwood Press and is full of fascinating details of Ascott village life.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Memorx
Wait Outside Please
Eddy Cayshun describes feeling like a predator entering the lions den, as he walked into a room for an interview.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Specx
Renovation of Shipton's Vant Well
John Hartley congratulates Horst Mix on the renovation of Vant Well.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Localx
W.I. News, Ascott under Wychwood, Oxford
John Rawlins gave a talk about the Wychwoods during the war, and the Harvest Supper was a great success.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Memorx, Localx
Milton under Wychwood Allotments and Gardens Association
Susan Wallace-Woodroffe gave a talk on genes, geniuses and geraniums.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Greenx
Neighbourhood Watch
Janet Mott takes over from Nicola Oddy as the Watch Coordinator and seeks to raise awareness of the scheme.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Localx
Country Pie
Looking back to life in 1000 AD, wondering what they would make of life today, and hoping for a robot operated hoover in the future.  Dec/Jan 1999/2000. Wildx