Island happenings from this week, in the past!
125 years ago, in July 1900:
A meeting was held to discuss the desirability of holding a carnival in Ryde. It was unanimously decided to go ahead with the idea.
A short thought-provoking quote from P.T. Barnum appeared in a corner of the County Press: 'I say if a man has got goods for sale and he does not advertise them in some way, the chances are that one day the sheriff will do it for him.'
100 years ago, in July 1925:
Due to a drought, the Island's strawberry season was a disaster. Very little of the fruit could be harvested, which was a hard blow for strawberry farmers.
Dabell's clothes shop was advertising its mid-season sale, and women could buy a 'wilfit wrap-round corset in pink brocade for 5s 11d (29p).
75 years ago, in July 1950:
The IW Rose, Carnation and Sweetpea Society's annual show was described as a magnificent vista of colour. The show, at Newport's Drill Hall, was praised by speakers as being 'charming to the eye and nostril alike.'
Islanders who enjoy a tipple had the opportunity to visit various locations around the Island, which were screening a wine for the discerning — Amorelle Sparkling Muscatel. Hosteliers involved included the Ryde Castle Hotel, Brook House Country Club and Totland Bay Hotel.
A new RNLI lifeboat, which was built by the Cowes firm J.S. White and Co. was launched at Holyhead. The vessel was a 52ft twin-screw diesel-engined boat.
50 years ago, in July 1975:
A little-known Anthony Minghella was being congratulated for his graduation from Hull University. Anthony gained a BA (Hons) degree in drama.
Ten tons of sugar were spilt over the top of Newport High Street when the British Road Services lorry carrying it turned the corner from Pyle Street too sharply.
Six young holidaymakers had to be rescued from the base of Culver Cliff after they were cut off by the rising tide. The youngsters, aged between 12 and 17, had climbed around the rocks at Culver into caves which can only be accessed at low tide.
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