August 2024 Newsletter part three

Following his victory at the Battle of Trafalgar, Nelson's body was preserved in a cask of brandy or rum, to allow transport back to England.

In case you were wondering how the mini got her Cooper name. The names Cooper and Cooper S followed the names used for the sportier version of the classic Mini, which in turn come from the involvement of John Cooper and the Cooper Car Company. Now you know…

4. In last months edition I covered a project that Dave Sy was working on. It has been pointed out that Dave had other members assisting in the project. My apologies to those I failed to credit in the article. If any members submit articles for the newsletter in future, could they please include those involved in the project so I can correctly give a mention of them to.

5. Work has started on refurbishment of the galley. Much of the detritus had been removed leaving a blank canvas to repaint, repair and generally make the area more comfortable to sit and enjoy a drink and a chat. Thanks to Peter Sanders for taking the lead on the project aided and assisted by Shed members as they were available. There will be more galley refurbishment news in September’s edition

Longer term dates to put in your diaries:-

WMS AGM 0930 3rd September St Wilfrid’s Church Upper Hall

An evening with Berewood WI 1900 16th October (we still need members to join us with their workmate/benches)

August diary of events dates:-

WMS Committee Meeting 1030 Friday 2nd August 2024

WMS Monthly BBQ 1200 Friday 2nd August 2024

August Newsletter Quiz

1. Name my two new friends.

2. Who wrote the book Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang: The Magical Car?

3. What is the common name for the larva of a housefly?

4. What was the Turkish city of Istanbul called before 1930?

5. In which part of your body would you find the cruciate ligament?

6. How many human players are there on each side in a polo match?

7. On average how far away is the moon from the earth in miles?

8. In what year did The Beatles split up?

9. Which actor played the Ninth Doctor in Doctor Who?

10. What number is found in reference to their varieties on Heinz products?

July Newsletter Quiz Answers

1. Who is the lead guitarist with ‘Queen’?

a. Brian May

2. What conflict was fought between the Roundheads and Cavaliers?

a. English Civil War

3. What is Britain’s most southerly city?

a. Truro

4. Which county is known for making black pudding?

a. Lancashire

5. What is added to gin to make it go pink?

a. Angostura bitters

6. Name the song of the solo hit on the Apple label by singer Billy Preston?

a. That’s the way God planned it (released 1969)

7. At the state opening of Parliament who strikes the door three times with his staff?

a. Black Rod

8. What dish is a combination of sugar, flour, currants and the raw, shredded fat found around the loins and kidneys of sheep with custard?

a. Spotted Dick

9. What was Glenda Jacksons last film?

a. The Great Escaper

10. What is the nickname of the English National Woman’s football team?

a. The Lionesses

And finally:- How can you identify a dogwood tree? From the bark of course!!!

Until next time, keep articles coming for our newsletter. In next month’ s edition, the galley refurbishment and news of completed community projects.

Dave (WMS Secretary)