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Emergency Electrician - posted by John Chapman on Fri 05 Mar

	I am a fully qualified, NAPIT, TrustMark, Part P registered, experienced electrician with a side helping of plumbing for showers etc. based near Stafford District General Hospital. Google Stafford Electrical Limited to find me. My work is clean and to a high quality standard. I rewire houses, fit consumer units, cookers, sockets, lights, and much more. I serve communities like yours. Free quotes, free advice, No VAT. Tel 01 785 600 291 or Mob 07 815 914 450 Please keep these numbers in your emergency book or your mobile phone.

for allan - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 04 Mar

	hi allan,can you email me please i need your advice,i have tyed to email you but for some reseason,it would not let me send it,thankyou , ann

To Regina - posted by margaret on Mon 01 Mar

	Heard from Alan Today Ive Emailed reply Many Thanks .Its only been this Site Ive had problems Its been a nice Spring Day Here Wonderful!!!

To Reginia - posted by margaret on Sun 28 Feb

	looking forward to hearing from Alan.Good Night God Bless

Margaret - posted by Regina on Sat 27 Feb

	Alan, should be contacting you, after he checks in with Ann. He is Computer savvy, so I hope he can advise you. Perhaps then we can exchange E Mails directly.

To Ann & Regina - posted by margaret on Fri 26 Feb

	Hello.Hope I can contact you today.After a dreary winter Lets hope forANice Spring Best Regards to Everyone from margaret These have just come up AGAIN ?? WHY This Message Keeps Coming UP ? Something is Wrong ?

To Ann & Regina - posted by margaret on Fri 26 Feb

	Hello.Hope I can contact you today.After a dreary winter Lets hope forANice Spring Best Regards to Everyone from margaret These have just come up AGAIN ?? WHY

To Ann & Regina - posted by margaret on Fri 26 Feb

	Hello.Hope I can contact you today.After a dreary winter Lets hope forANice Spring Best Regards to Everone from margaret

WHY - posted by margaret on Fri 26 Feb

	Why was the message Ive just sent RejectedAGAIN ? Itwas to Ann & Regina

To Alan - posted by margaret on Thu 25 Feb

	I ve wasted yet another evening trying to get a message to you.& hoping it will be accepted.I always use the code ??Thanks

Tracing the Past - posted by Alice on Tue 23 Feb

	I am tracing a relatives past who was in the WAAF's during WW2 and was at Sandon Hall. Was this a recuperation unit and /or a maternity unit for the forces ?

For Margaret - posted by Alan on Tue 23 Feb

	You obviously have the Into-Stone address,but have you been entering the check code at the bottom of the page?Just a quick thought,no offence.

Help - posted by Regina on Mon 22 Feb

	O.K. Alan, see you have an endorsement, give it a try.

good morning margaret - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 22 Feb

	hi margaret,hope you get things sorted,regina has suggested getting intouch with allan,i dont know allan,but i hear he is very good,as bill told me once when i was having bother with my lap top,margret do you know lee maybe he could help,i do hope you get things sorted,i know i have your email address,but i do miss our little chats on the stone site,good luck hope to here from you soon,bye for now, ann

Help - posted by Regina on Mon 22 Feb

	Alan, Can you offer any advice? You might have to take William's place now.

Help - posted by margaret on Sun 21 Feb

	Have once again failed to get my reply accepted because of U R L ? this has happen in the last halfhour & previously That is reasonAnn & Regina have not heard from me Sorry!! Can anyone help ?

Ann - posted by Regina on Sun 21 Feb

	Ann how nice of you to remind every one to leave a few words on the Stone Page. Margaret I thought maybe you would reply. Two beautiful days, but freezing rain tomorrow night and Monday morning. Some snow evaporated but there's still a lot to melt. Sewing machine has been busy, caught up on some trivial things now I can give thought to some serious projects. I would enjoy sharing ideas. Remembering Bill, I know how much help he could be on the computer.

good morning stone - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 20 Feb

	hi ,has everyone gone to sleep in stone,its been a while since anyone has posted anything on this wonderfull site, how are you margret and regina,i hope you all know our dear william is watching over us all ,and wants us to keep things going as he did god bless him,i do hope lee is still going to do something on the site in williams memory,[please lee]. well good morning stone have a nice day all of you,god bless ann

For Margaret - posted by Regina on Sun 07 Feb

	My goodness now I remember. Bradshaws lived close by.My Grandmother's Son and Daughter, lived at 63 ( Margaret and Reg) not at the same time, and Grandma's sister Edie (Bell) lived at 69 with their 4 daughters. I sometimes get in touch with Winnie, by phone. Probably the reason I don't use the guest book is because Bill was the conduit for me and Ann to exchange E Mail addresses, so we chatter back and forth. Today we woke up to two feet of snow, and we had to wait until five o'clock to be bulldozed out. I did brave snow to plod through to get ours and a few neighbors papers and mail, but it's not a smart thing to do. I was good friends with the Jervis family, and I think Beth is the only one left now. Well, It's time for bed hopefully we'll be able to drive to church tomorrow, but I guess more snow is expected. Nice to hear from you Margaret, and like you folks in Stone, I will miss Bill's web page.

Regina - posted by margaret on Sat 06 Feb

	Yes you do know me .I lived at 57 I think you were at 15 .I worked for B.Jervis (butcher)inthe days when they had an Office& Ration Books when folk were allowed 1/- worth of meat a week.I have worn a Caliper on my left leg Since age of 5 .Thanks to Bill have shared many memories of so many folk of bygone days.over the last couple of years.which Im sure you would have seen .Will still use this site & lookout for news from you From Margaret Nee) Jordan

margaret - posted by Regina on Fri 05 Feb

	You have me guessing. If you watched Bill ride his bicycle down Victor Street for many years, surely I should know you.

dear bill - posted by ann jowitt on Tue 02 Feb

	to all bill,s family,just to let you know ,we are thinking of you all to day,and may god,s love be with you all,bill will be missed ,i did not know him personally but we have been email friends for a long while,he has helped me in a lot of things ,he will be sadly missed,what a kind and helpfull man,good night god bless william, ann

Bill Clarke - posted by Regina on Mon 01 Feb

	I wonder if it is possible for someone to record the service for Bill on Tuesday Feb 2nd. I am not easily moved to tears but his passing has touched me deeply. Someone is Stone, surely has what is needed to do this. I pray for God's Peace to rest upon the family at this difficult time.

William Clarke - posted by Lisa Underhill on Sun 31 Jan

	Thankyou to all those who have posted kind words on here on the passing of my dearest Grandad, or Bill, as he is known to his friends. My grandad loved spending time on his webpage and keeping in touch with his friends via this site. He was always searching for info on his brother - who died in 1943 - during the Nuremburg Raid. My grandad was very good on his computer and i would like to see his website preserved - if that's possible???? I am very proud of my grandad and he will be deeply missed as he was a very, very special, gentle, brave, big hearted man. R.I.P Grand.x.

william clark - posted by jo on Sun 31 Jan

	Funeral for william clark will be held at St Michaels church in stone Tuesday the 2nd Feb at 2pm, thank you for your kind words and condolances the familay are aware of these. All welcome and thank you

Lee - posted by margaret exton on Sat 30 Jan

	I was hoping A Tribute to Bill.would be possible I cant think of anyone better to do this than You Lee. So Many Wonderful Item's we have been able share & enjoy,Myself being Born & Lived in STONE 75 year s.,I remember Bill well,,he always said Hello as he Cyclled by along Victor St. Its a Sad Time for his Family & Friends to whom we extend our Deepest Sympathy.His Funeral Service is at Michael's Church Stone, on Tues Feb;2nd at 2-00pm May He Rest in Peace

Bill Clarke - posted by Regina on Sat 30 Jan

	Lee, I also would appreciate saving Bill's Web Page. It was a real lifeline to those of us who are original folks of Stone, who still have so many family ties there. It was a History lesson all over again, one never to be forgotten. I hope to pass all that Bill posted, on to my children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. If let go it would be a real shame, I am sure his family also would like a remembrance of the wonderful way their Father spent his spare time, reviving so many memories for us.

thankyou lee - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 30 Jan

	hi lee i think it would be a fitting tribute to our friend bill,and i think a lot more people will be in the same mind,as bill was an insperation to us all,may i once again send my deepest sympathy to all bills family,may god bless you all,

William Clarke - posted by Lee on Sat 30 Jan

	It is with great sadness we read this thread. Bill was a regular poster to this site and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with his family. If everyone agrees and feels it is fitting, I'll save what I can from his site and upload it here, which may serve as a tribute and memorial to Bill.

Bill Clarke - posted by Regina on Fri 29 Jan

	Would someone be kind enough to pass this message along to the family of Our Web friend William Clarke Bill will be greatly missed. His Page circled the globe from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and brought to mind so many memories to all of us. Should you, his family, find his Pittsburgh Ball cap It came directly from Pittburgh, and he was so pleased his request was granted. He knew our family well and played football with my brother, and would ask about someone who came to his mind knowing that even this far away his query could very well be answered. I loved his Hydrangea such a beautiful pink. Now we have added memories of his talent on the computer. Perhaps one of you would save his web page and continue what has been a joy to so many of us, Blessings and Comfort from Across the pond

dear friend - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 29 Jan

	i am so sorry to hear the news of william ,may i send my deepest sympathy to all williams family,a gentleman passed this way,safe in the arms of our lord,good night god bless you dear bill

The late William Clarke - posted by Alan Selwood on Fri 29 Jan

	May I add my deepest condolences to Bill's family.His site was most interesting,especially to those of us who no longer live in Stone. R.I.P.

The Late Bill Clarke- children etc - posted by Ed on Fri 29 Jan

	Father of William, Pauline, Albert and Andrew and brother of Edna.

William Clarke - posted by Regina on Fri 29 Jan

	I was just about to try to send a scan to him for his web page. Wow, I am very sorry, and did not expect this news. Is there anyone else we can send codolences to? I was wondering about the silence, since I had not heard from him for a while.

William - posted by Margaret on Thu 28 Jan

	How sorry I was to learn of the Death of our dear Friend.William Clarke.Peace !!be with Him.. We shall Miss Him Greatly ...

Dobbie - posted by jack on Tue 26 Jan

	I also worked at the Roya l Ordinance Factory in Swynnerton in 1942 until 1944. The Factory was 4 miles sqare, and unless someone knew more about him personally, I doubt if there are any living persons who would have worked with your Father. I am in my mid 80's and worked there when I was forteen years old. The Walton Estate Homes were built primarily to house the people who worked at Swynnerton. I have medals that were awarded to my Father who also worked there, and the award came from St. James Palace. Whether or not there are archives available I question, since that was during the war and nothing was more important than making ammunition. Have you any idea which location or what position your Father had at that time.? How old were you when you left the Walton area.? If I search I have a list of names of others who received awards at that time.. Will check for you, but don't get any false hopes.

information relating to my father (William Dobbie) - posted by William Dobbie on Mon 25 Jan

	My father worked at the Swynnerton Royal Ordnance Factory in 1942-44,the first address I have is (107 Newcastle Road,Stone ) then( 49 Poplar Close,Walton Stone) I was born at the "croft" nursing home Eccleshall Road,( opposite the old Kwiksave) 3/10? Feb1943 Have any of your readers got memories of my father/mother(Gladys) or of the matron at the "Croft"(which I am told was a bit of a battleaxe)...there are many pieces to my jigsaw but every little helps

Chilton - posted by Regina on Sat 16 Jan

	Ann, There are no Chilton's in the area phone book that we are talking about.There are some in neighbouring towns, it is a popular name. If you have a specific first name, you can go on the genealogy pages and perhaps find something there.

thankyou regina - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 14 Jan

	hi regina ,and good morning ,just sent you an email,thankyou for replying,and yes we are keeping warm ,we are starting to thaw now ,but it is still very slippy under foot,toodle pip .ann

Your Search - posted by Regina on Thu 14 Jan

	Ann, I am trying to find the information you requested. Are you still staying warm.?

still looking - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 11 Jan

	hi is there any chiltons still living in the stone area

Visitor to Stone - posted by Jacqueline Millman on Tue 05 Jan

	I am a regular visitor to the area as my Parents in law live locally. I always find the local people very friendly. I love dropping in to the Catherine House shop & have purchased lots of interesting items there. I often use Crazy Daisy flower shop to deliver flowers to mark special occasions for my parents in law & they have never disappointed. Our family are looking forward to our next visit

If you are inclined - posted by Regina on Sun 03 Jan

	Peggies place.com many interesting pages

Greetings from Margaret - posted by margaret on Tue 29 Dec

	My Best Regards to eveyone for 2010.wether near or far away.

lll - posted by carlo carki on Tue 29 Dec

	llllm

Best Wishes - posted by Barry Jordan on Mon 28 Dec

	Hi To all in Stone. I hope that you had a great Christmas & that 2010 will be good to al . We had a pretty warm Christmas Day, but have been getting some rain since, which is not a bad thing. Love to read the messages now & then.Can you find someone to score some goals for Stoke !! Take Care Barry l

all the best - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 28 Dec

	hi you good people of stone,i would like to wish you all a happy new year,

Re enquiry no 77 Manor Rise - posted by Chris Greenwood on Fri 25 Dec

	Thank you Monica and Julie for your kind replies,you have been most helpfull.Regards and all the best for the forthcoming new year.Chris.

77 Manor Rise - posted by Julie Johnson on Thu 24 Dec

	I used to live on Manor Rise and I think no 77 is one of the grey houses along the top of the estate on the road leading to the school. Have you had a look on google earth? That would show the road as it is now. Merry Christmas all xx

77 manor rise. - posted by Regina on Wed 23 Dec

	Possibly no one knew anything about that address or they would have replied. This guest book is open to anyone who wants to say a few words. There is no monopoly. Merry christmas.

Replies - posted by Monica on Tue 22 Dec

	Apropos the lack of response to your enquiry,Chris, I think this is mainly just a chat site for a very small group of people who like to exchange their own personal information with each other, which they could just as well do by ordinary email. That's my impression anyway.

A useful site - posted by Thomas Cranmer on Mon 21 Dec

	Thank you for the useful site. Wishing you well for Christmas.

77 manor rise - posted by chris greenwood on Mon 21 Dec

	Hi Stone,i posted a message on the 29th of October asking if anybody knew if no 77 Manor Rise was still there and if it was still occupied, i used to live there in the early 70,s and attended Walton school. No reply. Thanks everybody down there for your replies on my question. Good to know your local website is obviously forthcoming.

Address - posted by Alan on Sat 19 Dec

	I don't have a new address,Jean,that e-mail from Yahoo is a fault of theirs.Just stick with the old one. Alan.

Brother and family - posted by Regina on Sat 19 Dec

	I tried sending to your new address but made a mistake, so here I am at midnight wishing you all a Wonderful Christmas. It's starting to snow, and it would be nice to have a White Christmas. Blessings to everybody

hello stone - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 17 Dec

	hi to every one in stone,may i wish you all a very merry christmas,and a good and happy new year,and to my special friends,william,margret, and regina,all the best ,god bless you all. ann

Christmas - posted by Alan on Thu 17 Dec

	All the very best for Christmas to all in Stone from an "Old Stoney".

Merry Christmas - posted by Regina on Fri 11 Dec

	To William, and Margaret come the very best wishes for a wonderful Christmas holiday. To the Folks in Stone you are also included, and if you are computer literate,or not you are welcome to return a note. We have had some very nasty storms these last few days, some snow flurries but the winds are causing alot of damage here and there. Some of the decorations on the houses have been blown over, and lights have gone out, so someone has a job trying to repair them. The wind blew off the whole roof and sides of an empty biulding dowtown

CHRISTMAS - posted by william on Wed 09 Dec

	Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Regina,Margaret and Ann. From William

good morning stone - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 03 Dec

	hi william margaret and my good friend regina,has no one got anything to say,its been a while since any one has posted anything on the stone web site ,hope every one is ok,god bless you all, ann

hello hello - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 13 Nov

	hi margaret,glad your back in the land of the living,its so good to have you back, well done william,what would we do with out you,margaret i have just sent you a e mail ,as i forgot i had your email address,put it down to a senior moment,god bless you margaret, ann

message - posted by william1 on Wed 11 Nov

	Well done Margaret

Trying Again - posted by Margaret on Tue 10 Nov

	Hello Anne & Regina You will see I have been having problems Thanks to William I hope this comes through Best Regards

Thanks - posted by margaret on Tue 10 Nov

	Hello William. ThanksThanks for getting my message through Im just going to give it another try.

Testing - posted by william1 on Mon 09 Nov

	Thank You for your message today. I have just tried twice.1st only entered my 1st Name.. 2nd time entered my Email Address.. Neither have been accepted by the Guest Book ? This is what I wrote. Hello All. Hi William Ann Regina Good to hear from you. .So sorry I've not been in touch for a long time..I've not been able to get my message accepted on this site. .If lucky now, its Thanks to you William putting me right (because of U R L in messages url are to do with site address ?) is the reason is given ?? HELP!!

message - posted by william1 on Mon 09 Nov

	Hello All. Hi William Ann Regina Good to hear from you. .So sorry I've not been in touch for a long time..I've not been able to get my message accepted on this site Margaret's message

testing - posted by william1 on Mon 09 Nov

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good morning - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 07 Nov

	hi margret is everthing ok no one has heard any thing from you for a while,please get intouch and put use all at ease,hope to here from you very soon, ann

ok - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 07 Nov

	hi william, yes i have got your e mail,hope every thing is now fine,did you get my e mails i do hope so. ann

Christmas Crackers - posted by Brandy on Sat 07 Nov

	A Cheap Idea, get a head start on Christmas trims. Crackers were a British tradition, made by the Tom Smith Company. Save the cardboard toilet tissue rolls. Cut 6 pieces of Christmas paper, or whatever you have, into 37cm x 17cm pieces use pinking shears to cut the short edges. Secure the tube with double sided sticky tape to one of the long ends of the of the paper, carefully roll the paper around the tube tightly. Carefully tie 50cm ribbon or wool around one end, tying in a bow or knot. In the other end put a paper hat, a balloon, mini puzzle , a hair clip, little plastic cars, or "whatever". Tie that end same as the other, and decorate with stickers , tassells, seals ,coloured pens or sticker stars. If you can't find the "snap strip", so what. They are great party conversations. Be Creative

emails - posted by william1 on Thu 05 Nov

	Ann,Margaret, Have you received my messages?. William1

re - posted by william1 on Sun 01 Nov

	Ann have you received my email. Bill

curious - posted by chris greenwood on Thu 29 Oct

	Hello Stone (walton) is no 77 Manor Rise still there and is it occupied?

william where are you - posted by ann jowitt on Tue 27 Oct

	hi william and margret,i have had a e mail from regina , she is worried as she has not been able to get in touch with you both, she hopes you are both ok,and she is also worried about margaret ,as she has not put anything on into stone for a while,hope you can both solve this for regina,thankyou, ann

WEB PAGE - posted by william1 on Mon 26 Oct

	WWW.homepage.ntlworld.com/william.clarke77/Stone.HTML

web page - posted by Stone news on Fri 23 Oct

	william your web page is missing

Ferrie Family, Stone - posted by Bridget Amphlett on Fri 09 Oct

	I am researching the family of my Gt. Grandmother Elizabeth Lyons who married Ralph Ferrie, an Italian. 1899-1903 they lived in Abbey Street, Stone, from 1904 they lived 9 Lichfield Road, Stone. They had 5 sons, Albert Edward, Ernest Edward, George Frederick (known as Frederick), Charles Henry & Arthur John (died in 1924). I recently visited Stone cemetery and found the graves of Albert Edward & his wife Gladys Althea and their daughter Gladys Elizabeth and that of Ernest Edward & his wife Alice Maud and two of their daughters, Aline Nancie & Margaret Mary. I hope to return early next year to see if I can find any more. Ralph Ferrie was a Greengrocer in Lichfield Road , and some of his sons were also Greengrocers in Stone. I have a copy of the marriage certificate for Ralph and Elizabeth and also a copy of Elizabeth's death certificate, she died in 1925 (Ralph died in 1942), but would also love some photo's of Ralph and Elizabeth, their family, or their Greengrocers Shop. Does anyone know if there are any, or of someone from the Ferrie family who may some? Bridget Amphlett (Devon)

Devall family + Meakin Avenue - posted by Marie Norfield on Sun 04 Oct

	I'm doing some research into the early life of my father, Alan Devall, who sadly died at only age 33 in 1963. Alan lived with parents Clarence and Raymonde and brothers Peely, Clarence and Andre, in Meakin Avenue before the war. I would be very grateful for any information about the location and to hear from any members of the Devall family (there may be cousins of the boys as father Clarence was one of 6 children) who may have memories, or heard of memories of the family, from around 1935 onwards.

Join the Friends of the Den 200 club - posted by lee featherstone on Sun 20 Sep

	At the Den we provide a safe place for young people to meet and socialise. We are a charity and a limited company with no regular funding from government. We do not charge the young people for using the internet or playing pool or computer games. We need money to pay our monthly rent - hence the 200 club. Joining will cost you £3 per month by standing order and half the money is drawn as prizes. If you would like to join, please email The.den@sky.com or ring me on 07915 232583 Regards Lee Featherstone (Secretary)

Friend - posted by william 1 on Sun 13 Sep

	To see a photo of Ray Selwood who used to work at Bagnals of Stafford goto my web site and click on People of Stone Staffs. Web address below www.homepage.ntlworld.com/william.clarke77/Stone.HTML

Ray - posted by Friend on Wed 02 Sep

	He was a real nice chap, I heard he died, shame.

Bagnalls - posted by Alan on Mon 31 Aug

	Don't know who you are Friend,but I knew the late Ray Selwood,who also worked at Bagnalls of Stafford.

Bagnall's - posted by Friend on Sat 29 Aug

	It's possible you knew a friend of mine who's name was Ray.

Stone - posted by robert gibbens on Fri 28 Aug

	I was searching the net for some info on Uttoxeter when I came across this site. I have fond memories of Stone when I lived there from 1943 to 1966 at 145 tyler Grove walton I went to christ church primary and Granville secondary modern school which I left in 1955 I started work at Bagnall of Stafford I often think back to catching the 0710 PMT number 10 bus from Watlon Corner to Stafford. The bus was an old Guy and in the winter with the open back door had very little heat The condencation upstairs would drip Brown from the roof of the bus a mixture of warm breath and old Bill Simpson and Toddy Hamner's park drive smoke. I married Mavis hissey from Ivy mill on the longton road and we moved away in 1966 when I was made redudundant we still come back to visit from time to time and each time notice further change to the place when we new it well

regina - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 24 Aug

	hi regina,well its finally in the post ,happy reading toddle pip

the book - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 20 Aug

	hi regina i have sent you an e mail to see if i have got your address correct,the book is ready for posting,do let me know asap toodle pip .ann

Dancing. - posted by Regina on Sun 16 Aug

	That was my middle name. The piano was my first love from a very young age, even with arthritic hands I still play quite a bit. My better half was never a dancer, but every once in a while at weddings and parties I get to " trip the light fantastic". Do you remember that saying? I would no doubt enjoy Trentham Gardens. The last time I did dance was with my brother Ray at their club at Rugeley. I have so many hobbies and stay so busy, I guess I can say "Been there, Done that" Time for tea right now I hear the dishes rattling. stay well

Trentham Gardens - posted by william 1 on Thu 13 Aug

	You are correct regina,it is what's inside that counts. We Stonefield Park Bowling Club have been playing bowls at Trentham Gardens today,what a great day and lovely weather,they have built a lovely new Hotel right by our bowling green,great place Trentham gardens, they even have monkeys and deer there now, you would not know it now,lot's of shops Had you used to go dancing there during the 1940,s.???

William - posted by Regina on Thu 13 Aug

	Bill----- remember "Looks" are only skin deep, it's what's "inside" that matters most. It's so hot today and humid so the air has gone on early. The morning glory are amazing so I need to go and buy a film. Have a good one.

Regina - posted by william 1 on Tue 11 Aug

	I agree with you,he still is even at his age and I must say how young you yourself looks,aren't we all so lucky. I will ask Selwyn if i can take a picture of him has he his today.

picture - posted by Regina on Mon 10 Aug

	O.K. you mean the handsome fellow on the right. Wouldn't it be nice for those who are left from that era to have a re-union. I just came home from church to see 54 children (those abused or neglected from this county) get on the bus which will take them to camp for a week. There are 120 Volunteers cleared by the State to be with these children 24/7. It's a tremendous undertaking, but worthwhile.

Regina - posted by William 1 on Mon 10 Aug

	He his the one on the right,i don't know who the others are,i will have to inquirer. Yes it has been along time.

jp picture - posted by Regina on Sun 09 Aug

	William, there were two "gents" . I've been away a long time the picture did not Ring a bell, but the name does.

Flowers - posted by Regina on Thu 06 Aug

	I forgot to reply to the beautiful pictures of your Hydrangeas. My Son had his home landscaped again in the Spring and Kushners planted 3 pink hydrangeas around one corner, and they bloomed so beautifully , but they have a way to go to get as big as yours. They have 3 huge Rhodedendrons that are being cut back over a three year period, because if you are too drastic they will die. My morning Glories are gorgeous right now, one is Fuschia and other blue and they are at least 9 feet high. It's hot so it's a job keeping everything watered. My Tomato plants are yeilding nice fruit also. My Show is on TV so I'll close Toodle pip.

Betty Morans friends 1923-1945 - posted by Betty Robinson on Tue 04 Aug

	Thankyou Rosemary Herbert for your response. My Mother is no longer alive, so I cannot ask about Joan Downing. She was listed in a memory book as one of Mothers best school friends. Betty Moran came to the USA in 1945 and lost track of most of her friends. If you do obtain any information of these friends, please pass it along. Thankyou, Betty Robinson

Regina - posted by william 1 on Mon 03 Aug

	Thank You

Regina - posted by William 1 on Tue 28 Jul

	Message received and understood

William - posted by Regina on Mon 27 Jul

	Goose has flown

Details For Alan - posted by Lee on Sun 19 Jul

	There were 3 Alan's. I've sent the login details for the latest Alan Selwood - hopefully thats you. I've just tried and all looks OK. Thanks for your patience - William's uploaded a couple OK so do keep trying as its great to see the images appearing. All the best, Lee

Community pages - posted by Alan on Sun 19 Jul

	Received your mail telling me i am now a member on the new page etc.,but I still cannot enter,because it keeps telling me I am NOT registered! My photo has disappeared too! Alan S.

Reply To Regina - posted by Lee on Sun 19 Jul

	Regina, Hope all is well. Adding images is not the only advantage to the new features. If you regsiter and then login before you post, then all your messages can be grouped together and other members can reply directly to them. You can also add your email address. You can upload your pictures straight from a digital camera. I'll do some instructions now to explain things a bit more, but do give it a go as I built it with you guys in mind ! All the best, Lee

Community - posted by Alan Selwood on Sat 18 Jul

	All I did,Lee,was to click on your message of last Tuesday,(the blue title)& signed on the page that came up. Incidentally,the photo I uploaded seems to have disappeared,don't know how or why! I'll try again soon, Cheers, Alan S.

Lee's page - posted by Regina on Sat 18 Jul

	Alan, Do you have anything constructive to say to me? This page will not mean anything to me because I don't have a scanner, so how else can you send pictures. By the way did you receive the picture of my brood? I know Steve and Bert did, but the rest of you never replied, I thought it was in good "British Taste" to reply. Anyway how is everybody?

New Community Stuff - posted by lee on Fri 17 Jul

	Alan, How did you find it? I think William had a go but it didn't work out. Its still in development so any feedback would be great. I'll work on it this afternoon and then really give it a push. Its really just the same as the guestbook with a few added features - mainly upload images, so please have a try. All the best, Lee

New part of Into-Stone - posted by Alan Selwood on Fri 17 Jul

	It seems that Lee(editor) and myself are the only contributors so far;come on folks,lets see who who has something constructive to say!

Upload Your Images to The Site! - posted by lee on Tue 14 Jul

	I'm working on this - which is more akin to a blog - it lets you upload images etc. stone staffordshire online community If anyone could have a go and let me know their thoughts I'd be grateful for some feedback. Just register and you'll get an email. You can the logon and then add posts with images, registered users can reply. Lets see if we can get this going - it would be great to see some images from our members online. You can also add events and news.

Addresses - posted by william 1 on Fri 10 Jul

	Regina,I have sent both your addresses to Ann

Ann Jowett - posted by Regina on Fri 10 Jul

	Ann, William has both my addresses, so perhaps now we can get this contact straight. Going to be very hot and humid this weekend here, which is normally July weather. We have had some lovely days, breezy, about 75, partly sunny or partly cloudy, depending on your outlook. Mine is partly sunny. there's enough negativety around. Hope you are enjoying your summer.

addresses - posted by Regina on Thu 09 Jul

	William, I have just sent a new E Mail with addresses. Your address is in my address book on the computer and correct, so if this does not get picked up I shall just drop it.

Address - posted by Regina on Thu 09 Jul

	William, my E Mail was sent to the address you said, and was acknowledged by my server. It did not come back as undeliverable, so what do you think happened?

Email - posted by william 1 on Wed 08 Jul

	Regina,My email address is on my web site for the whole world to see. You must be doing something wrong has i have not received an email from you. here is my email address william.clarke77@ntlworld .com Don't forget the dot between william and clarke

Address - posted by Regina on Wed 08 Jul

	William and Anne. I have not received an E Mail address from either of you, I sent my home address to William and I have E Mailed him personally so he should have my E Mail address. If not one or the other of you can get in touch with me.

for regina - posted by ann jowitt on Wed 08 Jul

	hi regina, william has been so kind and he has sent me your e mail address,i have e mailed you ,a good few days ago,but no reply i do hope i have got it wright,please do let me know if you have recieved it ,toodle pip. ann

for regina - posted by ann jowitt on Wed 08 Jul

	hi regina, william has been so kind and he has sent me your e mail address,i have e mailed you ,a good few days ago,but no reply i do hope i have got it wright,please do let me know if you have recieved it ,toodle pip. ann

William's advice - posted by Regina on Sun 28 Jun

	Isn't it strange, that when people are elected to Office, their promises are all above board, but when they get there, they take a real dive. "Way to go William", your message is appropriate for the U.S also. Folks, it enforces the facts that the voters should take the time to do a thorough background check before elected and follow up afterwards.

Vote carefully in the UK - posted by William 1 on Sun 28 Jun

	One day a florist goes to a barber for a haircut. After the cut he asks for his bill and the barber replies, 'I cannot accept money from you. I am doing some community service this week.' The florist is pleased and leaves the shop. When the barber goes to open his shop the next morning there is a 'Thank You' card and a dozen roses waiting for him at his door. Later, a policeman comes in for a haircut, and when he tries to pay his bill, the barber again replies, 'I cannot accept money from you. I'm doing community service this week.' The policeman is happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the barber goes to open up there is a 'Thank You' card and a box of a dozen donuts waiting for him at his door. Later that day, a college professor comes in for a haircut, and when he tries to pay his bill, the barber again says, 'I cannot accept money from you. I'm doing community service this week.' The professor is very happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the barber opens his shop, there is a 'Thank You' card and a dozen different books, such as 'How to Improve Your Business' and 'Becoming More Successful.' Then his Member of Parliament comes in for a haircut, and when he goes to pay his bill the barber again replies, 'I cannot accept money from you. I'm doing community service this week.' The MP is very pleased and leaves the shop. The next morning when the barber goes to open up, there are a dozen Members of Parliament lined up waiting for a free haircut. And that, my friends, illustrates the fundamental difference between the citizens of our country and the Members of Parliament. Vote carefully this year.

wiliiam's page - posted by Regina on Fri 26 Jun

	Nice to hear from you again, I gather you have been vacationing much of the time. I am going to E Mail William with my personal address, if you can do the same, then he can send us each a personal E Mail with our mutual addresses. O K William, are you "game"

for william - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 25 Jun

	hi william ,sea venom is in australia,or so we think,we are still on with it ,will let you know as we get it.hope you are keeping well,and may i say ,what a great site you have created,it was so good to see regina and her family,i can now put a face to our little chats,keep up the good work,hope to here from you soon . ann

for regina - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 25 Jun

	hi regina, i have been on williams site ,and your family photo is wonderful,i hope you dont mind me having a peep .well did you get you glasses sorted finally hope so ,i am still waiting for lee to try and sort out how we can get each others e mail address,with out letting the whole world knowing it ,but hopefully it will get sorted,i still want to send you that book,so maybe one day you will get it ,i hope i here from you soon,i am still in scarborough,may pop home next week for a few days then back again ,toodle pip regina ann

cash - posted by Muffin on Mon 22 Jun

	I was checking out the page called, they work for you.com. There was a lot of dissension about "cash". How does a member of parliament of Stafford, find his way to all the places he does, and for what REAL reason?. Malaysia? etc., Very Interesting!!!

Regina - posted by william 1 on Sat 20 Jun

	OK Regina

William - posted by Regina on Thu 18 Jun

	I have seen the picture, but that's as far as I want it to go, I don't want inudated with remarks, it is just for folks who may remember me etc.,

Photos - posted by Lee on Wed 17 Jun

	I've got Bill's photo of Regina - If its OK with Regina, I'll find a way of getting it on this page.

Regina's family picture - posted by William 1 on Wed 17 Jun

	Regina have you seen your family picture on my web site?

GILL - posted by WILLIAM 1 on Fri 12 Jun

	THANK YOU GILL, BILL CLARKE STONE WILL FIND ME. SOMETIMES I HIT THE WRONG KEY AFTER ALL I AM 84.

Lee - posted by william 1 on Fri 12 Jun

	Yes ok Lee thanks

Bill's Picture - posted by Lee on Fri 12 Jun

	Click the link click here If its OK with Bill I could put this image on this page - let me know.

Bills website - posted by Gill on Fri 12 Jun

	Hi the link Bill has posted doesn't seem to work... So if you search Google under Bill Clarke Stone you should finds Bills website there. hope this helps

Regina,Margaret and Ann - posted by william 1 on Thu 11 Jun

	Go to my web site www.homepage.ttlworld.com/william.clarke/Stone.HTML and find Regina's family photo under sub heading People of Stone Bill

Picture - posted by Regina on Thu 11 Jun

	Anne, check williams page

Anne - posted by regina on Sat 06 Jun

	How nice to get away for a while, I never saw much of the East Coast, we always went to Wales. Maybe the first of next week I will be able to see, but right now it's a nuisance, I have Dollar Store lense, just to be able to read when neccessary, but I can't do much of that because they make my eyes tired and they run like Niagra Falls. I tried to pass my E Mail along to Lee, but he did not receive it , so I asked for instructions again, but have not heard so far. Not much new going on at present, except I found a nice quilt today, so my daughter happened to stop by and she was busy re-arranging things. I gave Patrick a photo to scan and pass along to William, so maybe he'll get around to it also. He was here for a few minutes helping Grandpa set up a new flat screen monitor, and it really makes a difference. Time to get back into the swing of things, but I am hoping now to have a little more time to read. Thanks for your message.

for regina - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 05 Jun

	hi regina,so pleased to hear you news,we have just got back from scarborough,we have a caravan there,so we spend alot of time there,i love the east coast,the weather has been great for two weeks,but we are now back to the rain yet again ,hope you get your new glasses quick you have been waiting for them long enough,its so good to here from you again,has margret got your email adress ,i have hers,and i was wondering if i could pass mine on to her for her to forward it on to you,as i would like to send you that book of poems i was telling you about ,i think you would like it very much,hope to hear from you again so i will say toodle pip for now .ann

Jill Hood - posted by mary on Thu 04 Jun

	Wow Jill, congratulations on becoming Town Mayor. You have put so much work into Stone. Its brilliant to see at last Stone had a real hard working local as its Mayor.. All the best to you, Vince says don't let the power go to your head! (as if lol).. George also says hi... Love to you and Steve and the family... Mary, Vince and George.

Anne and Margaret - posted by Regina on Wed 03 Jun

	Hello to you both, its' been a while. Do hope you are both well, and keeping busy. Last Saturday I had an impromtu graduation party for my Grandson, I kept it for just family and we had a good visit, as well as eats, pictures, and hugs for those we had not seen in a while. On the 14th of June we will see everyone again as we travel to Canfield Ohio for yet another graduation party as a nephew and his family will be coming from North Carolina since most of us in Western Pa are getting on in years and do not travel very far afield, so it is an ideal place to meet. Whether the girls come from California and Michigan remains to be seen, but we try to connect at some point during the year. I do have a picture to send to Bill as we celebrated our 62nd anniversary with just my daughters side of the family. My little flower garden was doing so well, and I went out one morning to water and there was nothing left. The Rabbits must have had a feast, but that's OK, we enjoy seeing them prance around the fence row across the road. I think it's early enough that I can replant or re-seed. My new glasses are a problem, the technician made a mistake on the prescription, so they had to re-order, and should be here any time now. If Lee wants to re address the changing of E mails, please repeat the instructions.

the political mess - posted by Regina on Wed 03 Jun

	Some people cannot be shamed, I wonder if all the folks who are complaining will be out at the parade to voice their disapproval. Isn't this the pattern around the world, anymore. Power corrupts and absolute power absolutely corrupts. We watch British TV and Prime Ministers Questions Are there any real solutions to that program or is it just for show.

A parasite and a leech! - posted by Miss Joiner on Mon 01 Jun

	I know people from all over the world read this page. So for those of you who live abroad please be assured that the people of Stone will not put up with the dishonest behaviour of our M P Bill the leech- parasite Cash! He will be marching in the civic parade on Sunday along side hard working town Councillors who give of their time entirely free. He will begin his march from the very beautiful Stonefield Park 10 a.m., a park that is tended by hard working honest people who survive on a very low wage. If he has a shred of decency he will not show his face, but if he DID have any decency he wouldn't have done what he's done. Does he have no morals? We pay his wages but no more, I hope he doesn't mind queueing because it's a long wait in the dole queue! Make him pay it all back!

Congratulations - posted by margaret on Fri 22 May

	Im sure many will join me in Congratulating Jill Hood on becoming Our New Town Mayor.Her profile in the Newsletter, stating all shes over come personnally will stand her in good stead to help many people,from all walks of life.nice to know that Steve came into her life & is such a Blessing to her.This is not hard to believe having known Steves Mum & Dad & his Grandparents he comes from GOOD STOCK .Enjoy Your Year.

following your instructions - posted by Regina on Thu 21 May

	Lee, I did exactly what you suggested, last weekend. now I have had two responses rejected because of a URL ?????

Regina's Email - posted by Lee on Tue 19 May

	I just need regina to send me her email address send to lee @ areality . co . uk

to all good people of stone - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 16 May

	hi all,thankyou for all your responce,thankyou lee i hope you can pass my email address on to regina ,i would be very greatful,thankyou william and margaret,you have all been very kind,its people like you who make a place like stone,keep up the good work and i hope this site go,s on forever,its a credit to you all, bye for now ,ann

Laura's objections - posted by regina on Fri 15 May

	My Dear, It's like the old farmer said, "You can take the farmer off the farm, but you can't take the farmer out of him" You don't like, you don't read" It's been over 62 years since I left my homeland and my hometown of Stone, but I must tell you I have not forgotten either one of them. Folks here are delighted to hear about my life in England, and they can tell I soon as I speak where I came from, and how they enjoy British scones and treats. There's a poem that says, " When I die , think only this of me, that there's some corner of a Foreign Land that is FOREVER ENGLAND. If a person does not care to read what friends of this page write, all you have to do is move on. As for me it brings back memories and I can share what some of the younger generation never heard about. I am also happy to make the aquaintance of folks back there who possibly have a tie to STONE. This page means a lot to me, and I do wish that we could exchange E Mail addresses without the repercussions it would bring. I read the Stone Gazette, you should try it also, and how I delight at all the different activities that are written about,and it also gives me an opportunity to pass some of these projects along. Thanks Lee and William I will see if I can do as you suggest. Ann , thanks, I am fine. My little brother always answered "Hello Honey" when I called him And I am am teaching folks here to say "Toodle Pip" when I leave them. This is just a spark of british wit and we all love it. When the management here needs to send someone to my home for any reason, they say, take this to the Brit. Get a sense of Humor., not spelt wrong it's how it's spelt in the USA. "I Love Stone"

Ferrie Family - posted by Bridget Amphlett on Thu 14 May

	Thanks to Richard I was able to get in touch with a member of the Ferrie family who in turn gave me the telephone number of a Grand-daughter, now aged 92, of my Gt. Grandmother Elizabeth Ferrie nee Lyons. This lady was able to confim that this was indeed my Gt. Grandmother and gave me other information about the family. I have now been able to use this on my family tree. My only regret is that I cannot tell my mother or her siblings, or my Grandmother, who was Elizabeth's daughter (she was fostered with another family), about their other family as they have all now passed away. Bridget Amphlett

Couldn't agree more! - posted by lee on Thu 14 May

	I think it would be a great loss if people stopped posting this type of message - its exactly why I put the guest book here - I'm sure we'd all miss these postings if they went. The forum may be a better place for news, but my opinion is use the site as you will and let me know if have any suggestions. I've got an advanced area on the way which is more akin to social networking sites, so you'll be able to upload images and I'll try and build in a group/private messaging facility. Keep Posting! Lee

to Ann & Regina - posted by margaret on Wed 13 May

	Dont give up using this site..It has been marvellous that through it we have been able to trace Members & Friends around the world & also made NEW Friends. Keep up the good work Lee & William.having lived in Stone for 75years its good Im able to keep up with the News from near or far.good to share memories Thanks to you all

laura - posted by ann jowitt on Wed 13 May

	hi laura ,we dont always have peoples private email address.as you know putting your address on line you can get allsorts of responces,but we have things sorted now,so you will not be troubled from me any more,and i suggest you just skip anything your not interested in ,i must say into stone is a very good site,and a life line for many ,i have found many new friends with useing into stone ,as my family tree started in stone staffs,so i suggest,you only read thing that seem to be of interest to you ,as you are not the only one to use into stone .bye

Conversations - posted by Laura on Wed 13 May

	I must admit I have always wondered why people have all these private chatty conversations on a website that is supposed to be about Stone news not people's medical treatment, etc! Always wondered why they don't just exchange emails as it is not very interesting to the rest of us.

Swapping Emails - posted by Lee on Tue 12 May

	Just email me your addresses on lee @ areality . co . uk (remove the spaces) and I'll forward them on for you

E Mail addresses - posted by Regina on Mon 11 May

	Bill, Sounds good, but neither of us knows each others E Mail. Thank you. If you can enlighten us further I would appreciate it.

Andy Whitehall and the youngsters - posted by Jill Hood on Mon 11 May

	Amazing News! just heard that Andy and the young people who have gone to Tenerife have completed their climb up Mount Teide in 7 hours. They were attempting the climb to raise funds for "The Christina" fund. All are reported to have sore feet! OUCH! Once again Andy Whitehall proves what brilliant young people we have in Stone. Christina is the daughter of Granvilles Chef Sean who was tragically killed in a road accident. Well done to them all. ( if anyone would like to sponsor them it's not too late)

Ann - posted by william 1 on Mon 11 May

	Regina,to speak to anyone in private on the internet use your and their email

Price Hike at The Crown Hotel - posted by Stephanie Adkin on Fri 08 May

	Has anybody noticed the unbelievable price hike on the new menus at the Crown Hotel in Stone. What is the management thinking, we are in a recession and if you want the general public in Stone to support your business through these hard times then DONT RIP US OFF. I have also noticed from the advertisment in the Stone Gazette that you are the only business that isnt supporting or contributing to the Stone Festival this year you should be ashamed of yourselves. so come on Stone residents lets all stick together and boycote the Crown Hotel, all they are interested in is feathering there own nest.

Edwardian poetry - posted by Regina on Wed 06 May

	Ann, you won't believe it but I had to throw my glasses away, they were too mutilated to be of any use, however, I was going through a drawer and I found a pair from long--------ago, and though not perfect, they will see me through until I get new ones. The poetry book sounds interesting, in fact I write poetry, and when John Glenn went up in the shuttle again they were asking for folks to write something about him or his wife. I did, and the following Christmas Eve I received word that it was going to be published in a book to honour him, and It may very well be available at Cape Canaveral Gift Shop in Florida. I write mostly uplifting poems, and for Christmas this year since we no longer exchange gifts, I'm copying each one on printmaster with the corresponding theme, for each of my brood and having it spiral bound. they really have no idea just what I have written over time, but my daughter is aware, because I wrote some suitable things for different displays we do in the foyer of the church. I've retired frm that now but still keep my hand in. I'm ready for a piece of apple pie and coffee, but I don't hear any noise from the kitchen just yet. Thanks for your nice remarks and I will seek a way to contact you personally. Bill are you there, have any ideas for me?

pleased for you - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 04 May

	hi regina i am so pleased every thing went well,i too have old editions of realm,womans own,all so peoples friend it is full of handy tips ,but most of all the poems are so good ,in fact i still get peoples friend each week ,i find it so relaxing,i have a book called the diarys of an edwardian lady its full of poems ,i think you would really enjoy them ,i would really love to send it to you ,keep your chin up regina and i hope to here from you soon,and dont sit on your new glasses ha ha ha ,with kind regards ann

"This England" - posted by Regina on Sun 03 May

	Thank you to Al the man for the information on the magazine I enquired about. I also have some old editions of "Realm". Choosing between the two is not easy but "This England" has more sort of personal topics, and the poems are beautiful, which interest me.

This England - posted by Al the man on Sat 02 May

	Regina... the magazine "This England" is still very much around and easy to take out a subscription online

Op on 30th - posted by Regina on Sat 02 May

	Ann, It is done, and what a difference. My follow up was yesterday at 740 am. I am fine. I feel a bit scratchy but drops for a month should make a difference. Next Friday I will have a vision test for new glasses, but I'm told the correction will be very minor. I need the glasses anyway, I've sat on the others three times in a row, all because I set them down on floral fabric with a black background. This time I better learn my lesson, it's an expensive one. Is there a really nice Book (magazine) still around called "This England". I am lending my copies to someone who sometime may take a trip to our beautiful Island. If so I may ? see if I could tag along on the flight. I would so like to see those of my immediate famiy who are still in various areas of my homeland. Trust you are well , keep in touch.

good luck - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 24 Apr

	hi regina good look for the 30th ,hope everthing go,s well hope to here from you soon ann

Testing - posted by WILLIAM 1 on Mon 13 Apr

	www.homepage.com/william.clarke77/Stone.HTML

The Ferrie family - posted by Richard on Mon 13 Apr

	It might be worth your while contacting John Ferrie on 01785 814745!

Ferrie Family - posted by Bridget Amphlett on Sat 11 Apr

	I am trying to trace any of the above family from Stone. I have recently found out through family research that my Gt. Grandmother, Elizabeth Lyons born C1864 Stafford married an Italian named Ralph (Rafael) Ferrie at the Dominican Church, Margaret St. Stone in 1925. Elizabeth died in 1925 in Stone. They had sons Abert Edward Ferrie Lyons, known as Albert E. Ferrie born 1894, Ernest E. Lyons, known as Ernest Edward Ferrie born 11.12.1896, George Frederick Ferrie, known as Frederick. born 26.04.1899, Charles Henry Ferrie born 29.05.1901 and Arthur John Ferrie born 15.06.1903. My family knew nothing about Elizabeth Lyons as my Grandmother Kate Lyons was fostered by a family in Penkridge, for the past four years I have been trying to trace Elizabeth after 1894 and only found that she had a family and had been living in Stone two days ago. I've found that at least two of the sons were fruiterers and greengrocers in Stone. I would be grateful for any information.

Happy Easter - posted by Margaret (Posted By Lee) on Sat 11 Apr

	Wish All Family & Friends,Here & Abroad A Happy Easter saying how nice to see the Spring Flowers inspite of April Showers Quite Heavy at times!!!

? - posted by margaret on Fri 10 Apr

	I have just tried to reply to you Lee by High lighting Your Name lee & its been rejected ??

re - posted by William 1 on Fri 10 Apr

	There is your answer from Lee Margaret

Margarets bounce backs - posted by lee on Fri 10 Apr

	Hello, I stop messages with web addresses in an effort to stop spam. send an email to me by clicking my name above or post the message again but word the offending url in this format: intostone dot co dot uk (actually use the word dot and don't put the h t t p stuff in). I'll make it work from my end

Easter - posted by Alan Selwood on Fri 10 Apr

	Just want to wish any & everyone a very happy Easter! Alan S

url - posted by regina on Fri 10 Apr

	William, got any answers?

???? - posted by margaret on Thu 09 Apr

	I cant understand WHY my messages keep being rejected so many times re;U R L dont know What I'm doing wrong .HELP

Easter - posted by Regina on Thu 09 Apr

	Anne, We did get the snow I mentioned, and it has been very windy and cold, however the skies cleared this afternoon and tomorrow should be fairly nice. I saw the Dr. he was not wearing a jacket, but he still looked classy. I had several tests done and my eye surgery is scheduled for April 30th. Still baking and will be until about an hour before the party. The weather sounds very favourable for Sunday, so I hope everyone will be able to wear their Easter Bonnets.

Easter - posted by Regina on Tue 07 Apr

	William and Anne, and also Mr Hennesey a WWII vet. as my husband is also. Thanks for the Easter ( Resurrection Sunday) thoughts and good wishes. and also to the people of my home town.------- Anne this is the "Sunday" of the Big Bash, encompasing the 14th 15th and the 23rd. The Stove is still busy, tomorrow is nut roll day, and I still have things I want to bake, but the time is going too fast. My husband keeps asking "aren't you done yet "? --also I am finally going to see the Dr.with the Woolen suits. I will ask him if they are Yorkshire Wool. Would you believe we are supposedly getting 3" of snow tonight. Blessings Galore on you all.

GOD BLESS AMERICA - posted by BILL CLARKE on Sun 05 Apr

	ALL THE BEST JIM FROM BILL CLARKE

People Of Stone - posted by Jim Hennessey on Sat 04 Apr

	Would like to wish the residents of Stone.All The Best. Jim Hennessey-WW2 Vet 87th-Inf.Div.(Golden Acorn)

Easter - posted by William 1 on Sat 04 Apr

	Thank you Ann, happy easter to you from William 1.

hi stone - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 04 Apr

	hi william margeret,and regina may i wish you all a happy easter, ann

house wanted to let minimum 3beds - posted by Trevor Plant on Tue 31 Mar

	does anyone have or know of a property to let long term

For Anne - posted by Regina on Fri 27 Mar

	The answers to all of your questions is NO!!!!! Far too many interuptions, some out of my control others of my own making. Spring broke really early for us, so when the sun shines you can see alll the cobwebs, fingerprints and dust. I've tackled everything in stages and except for a pile of sewing. I think now I can make some headway. The sewing machine was not sewing properly so a repair man came and took it away and brought it back on Monday. I made an awful mistake on printmaster on the computer, but luckily I have a friend who walked me through to correct it. However, my husband had someone come and take the ham radio tower, and he transferred the ham "stuff" to the other computer, and we stayed up all night waiting for the thing to clear. It didn't until I made another call and I was walked through the rest of the program so that I was able once again to enjoy printmaster. It's been raining for a few days but it has not been cold.The PARTY was cancelled for Easter Sunday, both Nick and his Mother are Nurses, and it's unlikely that they will get Easter Sunday off, so tentively it's scheduled for April 18th which should be their weekend off. The cooking part doesn't bother me a bit, and my Carole will do any decorating, so it's no big deal whenever the bunch can get together. Well it's tea time so I'll wish you well and talk again later.

regina - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 21 Mar

	hi regina hope you are keeping well .any news on your op,i do hope so then you can get things back to normal ,did you have a busy time with all the bakeing for the partys,i bet you did,hope to here from you soon ,ann

Parking In Stone - posted by John Moss-Norbury on Thu 19 Mar

	A letter or fax to Chief Executive ,Stafford Borough council...ianthompson@staffordbc.gov.uk...........requesting free parking in Stone on say Sunday,Monday and Tuesday in order to get shoppers back into the town, see how you go. The fax number is (01785 ) 619119 "The good people of Stone request......"

Somewhere to rent in Stone? - posted by jill on Tue 17 Mar

	I am desperately looking for somewhere to rent in Stone, I'm looking for a house with 2 or 3 bedrooms with a garden, preferably the Newcastle Road, Whitebridge Estate end of town. Can anyone help me?

St. Dominic's records - posted by shirley shepley on Mon 16 Mar

	I would like to retrieve school records for my father, William Henry Eaves, who attended St. Dominic School from approx. 1907 to ?. He was born in 1902 I don't know at what age children started school then. I would greatly appreciate any information as to how I would go about getting this.

THE CHANGING FACE OF STONE - posted by william 1 on Sat 14 Mar

	To see this go to STONE STAFFS ENGLAND

for regina - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 13 Mar

	hi again regina, sorry to here your op has been put on hold,pleased to hear your keeping busy,i all so like to grab a bargain when out shopping,i have two grandchildren jordan and liam ,so im allways on the look out for things to get them,jordan is now 13 ,liam is 11 ,so thay keep me on my toes,thay are the reason i got my computer as i felt as if thay were leaving me behind,im not very good with it yet but i am learning,i have three sons so thay help alot, hope to here from you again,i enjoy our little chats,good look with your op .ann

for Anne - posted by Regina on Tue 10 Mar

	Have not had the surgery yet, our weather has been very troubling transportation wise, and shots are needed three days before and after, so I need access to the person who is going to do this because they will have a hard time getting near my eyes, I am a real nuisance. I think the meanest of the weather is over so now I can think about it more seriously. When I get there I will check oin the Jacket. Nothing much going on yet, other than baking and sharing, but I am anxious to plant some flower seeds for later on. I have been sewing and my latest job has been to recover two couch covers for my daughter. There are a lot of final sales going on, and I picked up 2 long sleeved jerserys for son and grandson. $3. dollars each. We call that "dirt cheap" We have three birthdays in the next week, so I guess that means birthday cakes. Trust you are fine

Parking charges in Stone. - posted by John Rowe on Mon 09 Mar

	Thanks for your response Clulch (assumed name??) what you are saying is, its not the responsibility of your local town councilors to lobby the borough even in matters of self preservation, we have all been aware over the years that Stone is classed as second cousins to Stafford Borough, now I know why!!!!!!

Parking Charges in Stone - posted by Pauline on Mon 09 Mar

	OK Ok Clutch.... Mr Rowe was only pointing out a really fabulous idea. And that it had worked in other towns. I myself go to Nantwich, and have noticed a considerable amount of many more shoppers there, since they have stopped the parking charges. I actually know a few of the local traders there and they have said how much better they are doing. And whether it is Stone Town Councillors or Stafford.... It doesn't matter.... I thought Stone Town Council were there to help the Town in whatever way they can ????

Parking Charges in Stone - posted by Clutch on Mon 09 Mar

	Mr Rowe asks Stone Town Councillors to do something positive and remove the parking charges in Stone. Alas Mr Rowe the charges are imposed by Stafford Borough Council and the Town Council have no control over them at all. I am not a Town Councillor, but I do know several of them, and I can see that they are working very hard to attract people and events to our Town, with some success it has to be said.

hope your well - posted by ann jowitt on Mon 09 Mar

	hi regina ,how are you ,hope you have had your op ,and hope it went well, is the doctor in the yorkshire wool jacket looking after you ,ha ha ,its been a while since we had any news from you,but they say no news is good news,so keep your chin up ,and do get intouch as soon as you can, ann

Park Security - posted by jane on Mon 09 Mar

	I should hope that in these days of no respect for property, The Park should be cared for to the utmost. It has a long heritage and countless people, young and old have enjoyed it and it has been a landmark for the town. To let it open for vandalism, would be a traversty. Keep the Gentlman on the payroll.

Park Security - posted by Dr.N on Mon 09 Mar

	I should hope that in these days of no respect for property, The Park should be cared for to the utmost. It has a long heritage and countless people, young and old have enjoyed it and it has been a landmark for the town. To let it open for vandalism, would be a traversty. Keep the Gentlman on the payroll.

Jacks Chemist - posted by Regina on Mon 09 Mar

	Yes there was a Chemist Shop on the High Street in Stone. It was named Jacks Chemist Shop. I'm not sure if it was below or above the entrance to Joules, which now I believe is an Arcade. I can probably give you more info after I make a phone to someone who would know. If you're interested, reply and I will see what I else I can find out.

Put some positive effort it Stone Council - posted by John Rowe on Sun 08 Mar

	Stone town councilors should put some effort into saving our Town and High Street in this global recession like many others Town councils have done throughout the rest of the country, what they are doing is to give FREE parking to help encourage shoppers to visit the inner towns, instead of the out of town shopping malls where they have FREE unlimited parking. I have visited many that have done this with a resounding success story, one of them being Nantwich, its now become extremely difficult to get parked in their many car parks dotted around the town, and everywhere is buzzing with shoppers, and if our Stone Town counselors would make an effort to view the findings of this exercise, they would get a very positive feedback from it. In these extreme times we need extrema action, so, Stone councilors lets see what you are made of and give us some ACTION!!!!!! John Rowe a retired Stone trader

Pharmacy Stone High Street - posted by Philippa Jacks on Sun 08 Mar

	Can anyone remember anything about a chemist in Stone and Frederick Jacks was teh pharmacist??

Norburys ,High Street, Stone - posted by John Moss-Norbury on Sun 08 Mar

	Stone 1938. Dorothy Williams, QARANC was the younger sister of 'Granny Norbury' of Norburys, High Street Stone. Dorothy Williams had served in the 'Great War' WW1, nursing Australian soldiers in England. In 1938 Dorothy Williams joined up again and was later sent to North Africa, again nursing Australian and British soldiers at the desert hospital at Qassasin. On leave in Cairo, Dorothy was suspected of being a German spy and questioned by the Miliary Police (as Dorothy served in the 'First War' she still wore the GRV badge not the new GRV1 badge ) anyway they decided not to shoot her ! After the war Dorothy Williams came to Stone and lived with her sister 'over the shop' at Norburys, High Street Stone. Dorothy often marched in Stone on 11th November still waring her GRV badge and Africa Star, we said she had more medals than Monty. This comes to you from sunny Melbourne, Australia, the bushfires are now under control after sone rain this week but we had 4.6 eathquake a couple of days ago, no damage but the earth certainly moved that night !

Stonefield Park - posted by margaret on Sat 07 Mar

	Just tried to send support letter re; The Park tried to send it but it was'nt accepted as adress was wrong I Know I put the Correct Code letters in ??? KEEP OUR PARK SECURE by keeping The Warden

STONEFIELD PARK SECURITY - posted by WILLIAM 1 on Fri 06 Mar

	Calling all bowlers and tennis players at Stonefield Park, please support Richard Stevens partition The security of the park. Please go to Forum. Member of Stonefield Park

Used to live in stone - posted by maz on Thu 05 Mar

	Helllllo to all my old friends in Stone... I left Alleynes in 79. We used to live in Whitemill lane and Manor Rise.. I left Stone just a few years ago, I used to love it there, but its grown so much and lost its friendly small town feel.. I was shocked after leaving as a teenager for work and coming back as an adult to see the changes. I didn't stay long but moved away again. They say you can never go back, what a shame they are right... Hehe I remember when the now walk bridge over the river was the main road... how much fun having to wait to get over it... Whatever happened to the good old navy club!!!!!... Morrisons is just not as useful is it... Its nice to pop back and see my friends, its still a nice place, but not as beautiful as it used to be, so much building has gone on, the character has left!

Robins fish and game dealer Old Road Stone, - posted by cheryl wilkinson on Thu 05 Mar

	Please can anyone help me, I am trying to complile a family tree and have found out that my Grandad, Albert robins was born in 1910 in Stone. Albert had a sister called Elizabeth although everyone called her Connie, she became a nurse in Middlesex hospital, My grandad Albert also had at least 4 brothers namely Robert, Edward, Bertrum,Leornard. They were children to Edward Robins a fish and game dealer from Old Road in Stone born 1875 ( approx) he married Eliza, if anyone can help please please contact me, I am willing to travel to STone, thanks very much, Cheryl

George Norbury - posted by Pennsylvania on Wed 04 Mar

	There is someone in Stone who does remember George with his Straw Boater,and I know he was born the same year as you. He went to Alleynes, played cricket and football, was a pharmacist at Boots Chemist on the main street. He went in to Service in the Medical Corps. He is my Brother and my younger brother who you may know also passed away last July. He also was in to football. My phone needed charged so I could not finish my conversation, but will call again, perhaps tomorrow to see what if any more info. he remembers. I bet you know me also, although I was born in 1928. We stopped for tea at Norbury's on one of our family trips back to Stone. That area of the town has changed a lot. Will check on the building you mentioned. Sorry about the fires there, we are having extremely cold weather in this part of PA which is about 60 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, but it is about to break now with more seasonal temperatures starting tomorrow. I'm suprised how many folks from Stone migrated to Australia My counsin from Kent moved there, but she passed away a few years ago. I think I would like a trip there, but the long flight does not thrill me. Toodle pip from PA/ USA

Geo Norbury & Son Bakers High St Stone - posted by john moss-norbury on Tue 24 Feb

	I have just seen Joy Dames item on John & Ann Norbury,1881, confectionary shop and son George. George Norbury who married my grandmother (Percy Moss's widow ). I was born in 'Market Square' Stone in the 1930s. On VEDay we all went up to 'The Rec' to see the bonfire. In the 1950s I lived with 'Granny Norbury' at 'The Shop' with her sister Doll. On 11th November 'Doll' would march with her medals from both wars, she had 'The Africa Star' for service in North Africa. In the 1930 and before she was married my mother Olga Kent worked at 'The Crown'. After George Norbury died , mothers brother,John Kent, bought the 'Norbury' business. This comes to you from sunny Australia, bit too sunny now as we have 12 major bushfires on going and it was 48c last week!. George Norbury was often seen about Stone in his 'boater' straw hat. I see there is a 'Norbury Court' in Stone but can not is if the old 'Sherwood House' built in 1700 is still on High Street. Is it still there? "Born In Stone".

Crown Hotel - posted by Jacky on Mon 23 Feb

	This isn't the first time I have picked up on the bad situation at the Crown Hotel. so folks------ Boycott the Crown Hotel, maybe something will be accomplished.

Crown hotel - posted by Neil on Fri 20 Feb

	We stayed 2 nights in this hotel as we were attending my sons wedding.I found the restaurant staff very friendly and accomodating but not enough staff on duty at any one time, making service slow and poor. The room we stayed in looked very tired and in need of a revamp.The tv wasnt worth watching as you couldnt see the picture. At the wedding meal a few problems arose which included no heating being on in the ballroom and no staff on the bar, we approached the General Manager who became very abrasive and unapproachable, he wasnt prepared to even offer an apology.This did put a very unhappy atmosphere to which should of been a joyous occasion. The attitude of the General Manager did ruin my sons wedding and i can assure anybody that i would not be holding another family event here. My advise to the owner of the Crown Hotel is to get yourself a General Manager who has some idea of the skills neaded for good customer care.

Sea Vernom - posted by William 1 on Wed 18 Feb

	Thank you Ann

sea venom - posted by ann jowitt on Wed 18 Feb

	hi william,i have a friend who works for the mod,i have put this to him about the sea venom xg629 faw 22 ,and he has said he will try to find out for you,so bear with me and i hope i can get back to you,with the answer you are looking for ,get intouch as soon as i can ANN

Valentines' Day 2009 - posted by Regina on Sun 15 Feb

	I don't recall Valentine's Day when I was a child in the UK, but in the US when I worked in the School System, each child had a little box on their desks. Each Parent bought a "pack" of little Valentine Cards all different but with the same message. "Be My Valentine" One desk, one box, the Love of a child. As we've grown older, society has taught us to narrow our offerings of affection. Eventually we have narowed our list to only one person. Now if you send a Valentine it has to be Candy, Jewelry, and flowers.. Think how many people, elderly, infirm and alone never hear the word that Valentine's Day should impart. I am counting now how many people have played a role in my Life, so I am sending a Valentine for each one of you. Male, Female, Single or married They all say the same thing, I appreciate the contribution you have made to each other. I wish you all a "Happy Valentine's Day"

The snow - posted by William 1 on Sat 14 Feb

	Hello Ann,I would not say that we in Stone have had a lot of snow.we have had more than this before the war and in those day's it used to drift leaving lovely caves, we also used to do a lot of sledging at edgehill,I used to take my dog for a walk to the Downsbanks and we would be walking above the hedges around the out lanes. We have had worse than this in 1947.

Lost Aircraft - posted by William 1 on Sat 14 Feb

	Does anyone know of the where abouts of the jet aircraft, Sea Venom XG629 FAW22 Royal Navy.I know it is in the Stone aera, but where?. It is being restorded by a private owner.

Alexandra Street Stone - posted by John on Fri 13 Feb

	Does anyone remember the Warrilow Family of 5 Alexandra St? My father lodged there in 1940. I believe the daughter is named Bromley. My father kept in touch for years until his death in 79.

weather - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 12 Feb

	hi william hope you got things sorted,hows theweather in stone ,its very bad in wakefield at the moment,snow yet again,have you had alot of the white stuff,brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Fault - posted by william 1 on Wed 11 Feb

	Lee it as been reported to me via my web site STONE STAFFS ENGLAND that your web site is blocking not me but some people from posting messages onto your guest book stating that they are trying to post a URL when they are not. Kind regards Bill, William 1.

contact - posted by william 1 on Mon 09 Feb

	Hello Margaret nice to see you are back in contact

Messages - posted by william 1 on Mon 09 Feb

	Hello Regina,I also get a message on this page stating that I am trying to post a URL when I am not, just ignore it and try again. Where did you put the info about the hydrangea?. Post the reply into my guest book. You have now mastered my guest book.

SNOW - posted by margaret on Mon 09 Feb

	thanks William for arranging Regina's Snowy Pic's Gosh I dont envy them .All the Best to Everyone

Web page - posted by Regina on Mon 09 Feb

	Bill, I was tring to give info on the Yarnfield question on your guest book, but I could not match the code on the page to send and I could not figure out how to copy and get a new code. I also tried to give you the message on this page, but would not accept it, said I was posting a URL. Not according to me. Any advice.

Hydrangeas - posted by Regina on Mon 09 Feb

	Bill, have forwarded info on your hydrangeas on your personal page. Good luck, now I am about to check your page for guest book, and pictures.

Regina - posted by william 1 on Sun 08 Feb

	Regina have another go at my guessbook it is self explanatry,but don't forget the code letters at the bottom. The flowers behind my picture on my web site are Hydrangea's when they are fading they have changed to this colour for the past 4 years, is it the change in the climate?

snow photos - posted by ann jowitt on Sun 08 Feb

	hi regina,just seen your photos ,and wow,we have had snow ,but nothing like you,my word i have not seen anything like it ,wakefield came to a standstill after about 6 ins,so i dont know what we would have done with a fall like that ,maybe we would have just hibernated till spring ha ha ha ,ihope you and your family are ok ,and tell your doctor to button up that wool jacket ha ha ha ,hope to here from you again,keep warm ANN

snow photos - posted by ann jowitt on Sun 08 Feb

	thankyou bill your a star

Regina & Ann - posted by william 1 on Sun 08 Feb

	To find pictures of snow in Watertown NY,find my web site then click on site map then click on Snow in Watertown USA GOOD lUCK BILL

Pictures of snow - posted by Regina on Sat 07 Feb

	Bill, I could not find latest pictures. Which heading are they under on the Stone Staffs England page?

snow photos - posted by ann jowitt on Sat 07 Feb

	hi bill ,please tell me how to see theses photos you have from regina,im not very good on the computeras yet thankyou ANN

REGINA,MARGARET,ANN AND EVERYONE - posted by WILLIAM 1 on Sat 07 Feb

	SOME PHOTO'S OF THE SNOW STORM IN WATERTOWN NY ARE NOW ON MY WEB SITE. STONE STAFFS ENGLAND

re - posted by William 1 on Fri 06 Feb

	Just to let you know that I have received your photo's of the snow storms in the USA

regina - posted by margaret on Fri 06 Feb

	best wishes to you hope all goes well re;eye treatment.Good to see you & Ann have got in touch.We are lucky in this area re;Snow. dreadful scenes on T V in other parts of U K.They are welcome to it being disabled it makes me housebound.

wakefield - posted by ann jowitt on Fri 06 Feb

	hi again regina,hope your op gos well,yes bingley is about 30 miles from us,i have been there a good few times,it has a good shopping area.our weather is bad at the moment,we have had snow snow and more snow,its stoped for a while,but we have had more forcast for monday brrrrrrrr,thankyou for keeping in touch,its nice to know how other people are getting on ,i have friends in the usa ,i have not seen them for years but we do keep intouch,thay live in san jose,hope to hear from you again,good look with the op,and and tell the doctor he has good taste in jackets ha ha ha,bye for now regina and thanks again. ANN

Wakefield Yorkshire - posted by Regina on Fri 06 Feb

	Ann, I was in Bingley Yorkshire quite a long time ago with a friend Linda Harper. Anywhere near Wakefield? I don't know the whereabouts of Linda but she was married to George Bradley. Anyone out there remember them? There is a Doctor in town who is always dressed to the nines, and I joking ask him," is that Jacket Yorkshire Wool." I shall be seeing him soon, because I have a cataracht to be removed. It is supposed to get to 40 degrees this weekend, that will be a change for us, this has been a very cold winter I remember the Chilton girls very well.

thankyou regina - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 05 Feb

	hithankyou for getting in touch ,regina im not from stone myself,im from the wakefield area in yorkshire ,i found this site while doing my family tree ,my grandad came from stone ,so did most of my family,the chilton family that is.when i first started to do the tree ,i seem to remember you were a great help,so thankyou very much.it would be nice if you would keep in touch,bye for now ANN

thankyou regina - posted by ann jowitt on Thu 05 Feb

	hithankyou for getting in touch ,regina im not from stone myself,im from the wakefield area in yorkshire ,i found this site while doing my family tree ,my grandad came from stone ,so did most of my family,the chilton family that is.when i first started to do the tree ,i seem to remember you were a great help,so thankyou very much.it would be nice if you would keep in touch,bye for now ANN

Weather - posted by Regina on Thu 05 Feb

	Hi Anne, I hear it's cold in Stone, but here it's been horrid. We have a 2" thick layer of ice on the roads, we have not been able to get to our mailbox at the end of the driveway. I started out yesterday carrying kettles of boiling water and getting underneath the ice and when my husband came out with his trusty shovel he was able to move a lot of it. However it is still hard to get to get the mail. I called our local township to spread some grit or something and I see by this morning they heeded not only my call but so many others as well. I would like to show you some pictures of Watertown New York and the snow there, and it just occured to me to E Mail them to Bill. Keep well, I also like to read what is going on in Stone.

its cold - posted by ann jowitt on Wed 04 Feb

	hi people of stone ,i hope the weather not getting you all down,you dont seem to have much to say since christmas,come on you lot ,i love to here all your news,hi margret hope you are well,bye for now

Turner/Baynes (& Variants) - posted by Shirley Baynes on Wed 28 Jan

	I have traced my family tree back to a Marriage in the 1820's between Hannah Turner & Thomas Beynes at St Michael's Stone.with the baptism of their eldest child in 1829 also St Michael's.I would like to know the parents of either. Both Hannah & Thomas give their year of birth as 1800 on later census returns and Hannah always states Stone as place of birth, Thomas Beynes tends to be a liitle vague on place of birth and spelling of surname giving variants Banes, Baines ,Beynes and the one we use today Baynes. i would love to hear from anyone else in Stone who shares my hobby.

Memories of Stone - posted by william 1 on Fri 23 Jan

	Can anyone give me some information on the Ramsdon and Stroud families?I think they where Doctors at North Staffs Hospital back in the30's and during WWII

Compliments - posted by Regina on Sat 03 Jan

	I would like to pass on my compliments to all those in Stone, who go to the trouble of organizing the amazing amount of activities year round. We also here in the U. S. have much going on, but it is such a pleasure to know that Stone is so busy with "GoodThings". I look forward to being able to check in on Stone's Home Page, and those who I can still conect with. Folks get busy and use your web page, you would find it suprising to know how many of us far afield appreciate it. Blessings to all for 2009.

Christmas Clean Up - posted by jill hood on Thu 01 Jan

	December 13th was a freezing cold and wet Saturday in Stone for the litter pick organised by Andy Whitehall! Everyone who met in the market square was greeted by the smiling faces of 30 youngsters who belong to the "Right Stuff" boxing and "The Reel Em In " fishing group. None of them complained when Andy sent groups of adult volunteers with the P.C.S.O,s and the youngsters to go off in different directions with their bin bags and cheery spirit to once again clean up Stone. The younger ones took Christmas baskets to some of the elderly residents of Stone. I'm not sure who got more out of this experience the elderly or the kids, I do know when they came back they were beaming at the reactions of those who were given a basket but it took some explaining to one of the kids that when one of the recipients cried they were'nt sad! Once again Andy and his young people worked their magic.How many youngsters do you know who would give up their Saturdays to pick litter and visit the elderly. A big thankyou to all who turned up on that really wet day especially to Andy and all his helpers who continually give up their time to keep Stone clean.

Greetings - posted by margaret on Wed 31 Dec

	Best Wishes for New Year 2009 May it be A Happy Healthy One for You All.. from Margaret in Good Olde Stone UK ..

good morning stone - posted by ann jowitt on Tue 30 Dec

	hi everyone in stone may i wish you a happy new year,

thank you - posted by sue on Fri 26 Dec

	i would like to say a huge thank you to all the staff at the talbot for giving us a fantastic xmas meal. The food was excellent,the service was excellent too. i have not been in the pub for a long time but will be going in there a lot more.they need to advertise a lot more to get people in there, it has to be the best pub i have had food in for a long time, the portions and quality are fantastic.

Small World / Regina - posted by Barry Jordan on Tue 23 Dec

	Hi Regina. Yes Alan & myself were great mates before I left Stone for Australia. I had just finished my last message to Into Stone and Alan sent me an Email saying that you were his sister!So that was a big suprise. I hope that you and your family have a happy & safe Christmas. We will be seeing most of the family here, and enjoying watching the grand children enjoy the tree & ripping open the gifts. Plenty of paper etc. to recycle no doubt! Best wishes to all in Stone & all that have moved on to so many places around the world UP THE POTTERS

Merry Christmas - posted by Regina on Mon 22 Dec

	Barry, I am thinking you know Alan, who E mailed the guest book after you, If I am correct, I am his sister. Here in the US tonight, it is extremely cold the temperature 1 degree farenhieght. My thoughts are with the pets who will have been left outside in this cold. We should have a neighbourhood watch to check on those who have pets and seem to neglect them at times like this. I would be glad to volunteer. Have a wonderful holiday season, let us all remember the Reason for the Season. God Bless

Greeting - posted by margaret on Sun 21 Dec

	Best Wishes to Everyone during this Christmastime Friemds & Relations Here & Far away Its Wonderful to keep in touch through this Guest Book Many Thanks to those responsible for settoing it up .

Xmas - posted by Alan Selwood on Mon 15 Dec

	May I wish everyone at Into-Stone,everyone in Stone,and all Stone ex-pats,(like me) a very Merry Christmas and a happy,and hopefully,prosperous New Year. Cheers to you all, Alan Selwood.

Reply to Regina - posted by Barry Jordan on Sun 14 Dec

	Hi There. Just read the Christmas message from Regina. Lovely thoughts, thank you for them. I have been able to contact two friends after almost 50 years thanks to this site. So thank you for setting it up & thanks to my cousen Margaret for informing me about the site. We will be having a different Christmas here in Brisbane Australia, than you will be in Stone obviously, but the same thoughts go out. I hope everyone has a safe & happy christmas & a great new year. Best wishes Barry Jordan & family

Christmas Recipe for Friends and those who remember me - posted by Regina on Sat 13 Dec

	Take a bit of cheerfulness, A pinch of laughter too ,Next take a cup of thoughtfulness and stir them through and through. Add to this, tranquility, A verse of "Silent Night", When God sends His Holy Light. Gently fold in some tenderness, A handclasp or smile will do, Perhaps it could be a fond caress, Or a Rose with a drop of dew. Set aside a moment while you go For spices, herbs, a scent of pine...For Music and fun, a Candle's glow. Now mix and stir and fold again, then add some Mistletoe, A bit of Faith, and Love and then, Into the Oven your Cake must go! Where warmth and affection will combine, to make this cake come true, Garnish with happiness, Truth so fine, Enough for You and You! Cut a piece, but save some too For every day of the year, Serve with a Prayer for Peace on Earth, And a Heavenly Kingdom Near. A Blessed Chritmas to all who read this letter.