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Registered Charity No. 1002063

July/August 2014Issue No.

The Yorkshire Heart CentreF Floor, Jubilee WingLGI, Leeds LS1 3EX

Tel: 0113 392 2888Fax: 0113 392 5222

Email: [email protected]: www.takeheart.net

Secretary:Mrs Stephanie KaufmanTel/Fax: 0113 267 0767

Editor:Bill Stevenson

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TAKE HEART news a small charity with a big heart

another way we help25 Years of fundraising at the Yorkshire Heart Centre

what is take heart?Take Heart is a charity set up 25 years ago by a small group who wished to give some-thing back to the Yorkshire Heart Centre at Leeds General Infirmary after successful treatment. Since its inception, the charity has raised over three million pounds and has made an enormous difference for patients and staff alike. The charity is most unusual in that there are no salaries paid to any staff – all trustees give their time voluntarily and only a tiny percentage of donations is used for administration.

The differences made are immediately apparent when you enter the Heart Centre. New modern furniture, decor and fittings, modern equipment, bedside television, radio, internet and even all bedside landline telephone calls are provided free by Take Heart. Superb accommodation is provided in the hospital free of charge by Take Heart

for patient’s relatives who have distance to travel. Additional medical equipment is also provided to enhance the treatment of patients as is the provision of booklets for patients explaining procedures practised in the hospital. Staff areas including reception desks, staff rooms and cloak-rooms have been refurbished. Take Heart also provide a roof garden adjacent to the heart wards to give patients, relatives and staff a breath of fresh air. All this and so much more is provided with the generous donations received. So much so that staff have been overheard referring to Take Heart as their own Father Christmas.

We never fail to be touched by the wonderful people who donate small and larger amounts. Thank you so much.

Bill Stevenson, Editor

another way we help We don’t often mention this, but a considerable

amount of Take Heart money is spent on providing dozens of different booklets to give to patients at the Yorkshire Heart Centre.These booklets have been written by the staff of the Centre and all explain in clear language, the vari-ous procedures which patients undergo. The medical staff believe that ‘everything that will happen to you’ should be clearly explained and this is our contribution to this ethos. It is often difficult to take in everything which is said at consultations and being able to take a booklet home and read at leisure can be helpful.

See front cover for a small sample of these booklets.

Bill Stevenson, Editor

This marvellous achievement of your charity has made such a difference to helping many thousands of patients over the years and continues to give support to our patients and wonderful staff of the Yorkshire Heart Centre.

We intend to make this a walk to remember! We are having a very special Medal struck to present to all walkers (human or otherwise,) to mark this anniversary.

So please do try to come along and walk for us. If you can raise a little sponsor money for us it would be very much appreciated. Why not make it a family day out to enjoy this lovely park. You will meet many people of the same mind - making a little effort to help us in our work to continue our support of one of the finest Heart Centres in the UK and indeed in Europe.

To all those who have passed through the doors of the Centre, family, friends and the many thousands who have supported us over the years, please come and do your

bit in either walking or supporting this celebratory walk.

Our AGM was disappointing in attendance but those who came along enjoyed meeting the Chief Executive of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, Mr Julian Hartley and staff of the Yorkshire Heart Centre who gave interesting talks and thanked Take Heart for all its work over the years.

A full report will be enclosed with a newsletter before the end of the year

So to close my comments - please try to be with us on Sunday 7th September 2014.

Colin Pullan, MBE Chairman

chairman’s comments

Enclosed with your newsletter is this year’s Sponsored Walk form and details. You will see that it is described as our 25th Anniversary Walk, which of course is a celebration of our 25 years of fundraising.

25 Years of fundraising at the Yorkshire Heart Centre

Last year the walk raised £7573.50 compared to the total for 2012 of £6313.70. As you can see the difference was £1259.80, a step in the right direction. They are both lovely amounts to put into the kitty and we are grateful for all the effort that you put in, not only for doing the walk but in obtaining sponsors - and that leads me right into the reason for mentioning this. Gift Aid can increase any sponsorship by 25% - it’s not often that you get anything back from the Inland Revenue, so lets get as much back as we can.

They, (the Inland Revenue – bless them), are doing their best to give us some money by making it easier. All we need now is the person’s full name, their house number and a full postcode. Of course the person will need to have paid sufficient tax to cover the amount we will receive. Easy-peasy isn’t it?

I know you must get fed up with me writing this every year as you get your sponsorship forms but I honestly do feel that I wouldn’t be doing my job right if I didn’t do this reminder.

Thank you and I hope I see most of you at the Sponsored Walk on September 7th - which will be here before you know it.

Alec McLean

treasurer’s trove

It’s that time of the year again folks when we have our Sponsored Walk at Roundhay Park and you should have a sponsor form with this newsletter.

Closing date for next newsletter22nd September

Packing7th October

Monday Committee Meetings - 7.15pm11th August, 13th October & 10th November

Annual Sponsored Walk7th September

Quiz Night16th October

IKEA CollectionSaturday & SundaysJuly 26th & 27thSeptember 20th & 21st

Afternoon Tea13th September, 1.30 - 4.00pm

If any leaflets are missing please give usa ring on Leeds 0113 392 2888 answerphone - please leave a message.

diary dates

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After my husband and I spent a morning at the zoo with Joey, our four year old grandson, we stopped at a restaurant for lunch. My husband reached for his new bifocals to read the menu and found they were missing.

“I know where they are Grandpa,” said our grandson.“Where?” asked my husband, his face brightening.“They’re at the zoo,” Joey replied. “When you took me off the train by the elephants, they fell out of your pocket.”Trying to control his anger, my husband asked, “Joey, if you saw my glasses fall out, why didn’t you tell me?”“Well, Grandpa,” explained Joey, “after you stepped on them, I didn’t think you wanted them any more.”

take heart day trip

Bridlington22nd June 2014

Excitement was in the air as passengers of three coaches started their journey from various pick up points to our chosen destina-tion - Bridlington.

The journey began on a beautiful morning and we were blessed that the good weather continued throughout the day. To help pass the journey a quiz was arranged and the lucky winner received a nice prize. We didn’t forget the children as they also had their own quiz.

Our arrival, the harbour was like Briggate on a Saturday afternoon with passengers from all the coaches meeting up, with many old friends seeing each other for the first time since last year.

Waiting to get on the coaches to come home, everyone I spoke to said what a lovely day it had been. A few did some serious walking to

Sewerby Park and along the coast, others enjoyed the fresh air and local interests. Needless to say, the children enjoyed the beach and amusements.

This super day out was organised by Mrs Edith Mclean and we pass on our grateful thanks. Paul Kaufman prepared the quizzes and our final thanks go to our drivers for the day, Jim, Helen and Paul.

On the return journey a vote was taken to decide next year’s destination and the winner was Southport. I look forward to seeing many of you next year.


Photo: The chap on the front row left trying to look as if he isn’t there was sitting all alone when our lot descended on the seat to have their picture taken. Sorry Sir!

colne valley lionsI was pleased to meet up with a number of representatives of Colne Valley Lions when they came along to present me with a cheque for the sum of £700.00 This donation was raised for Take Heart after the Lions had held a Race Night and after receiving the cheque, it was my pleasure to show them around to see the many projects completed by Take Heart.

A member of the party Mr John Turner told me that he was a patient at The Yorkshire Heart Centre and had benefitted so much from using our facilities. He also remarked on the wonderful care he had received from all the staff. The Colne Valley Lions had held this event as a thank you on his behalf.


Photo: L/R Elaine Turner, John Turner, Lottie Hopkins, Olivia Turner, Colin Pullan and Jenny Turner.

I was so pleased to meet up with Mr John and Mrs Nicola Turner at The Yorkshire Heart Centre when they came to present me with a cheque for the sum of £472.50.This lovely amount was donated from family relatives and friends to celebrate John and Nicola renewing their Wedding Vows.

You may notice that John was present at the Colne Valley Lions presentation when Nicola took that photograph.

Having received the cheque I thanked them and wished them every happiness and continued good health.


Photo: L/R Olivia Turner, John Turner, Nicola Turner, Colin Pullan and Jenny Turner.

John and Nicola Turner

people are wonderful

In the last newsletter, I said that we never fail to be amazed – and gratified – at the number of people who take part in events to raise money for our charity. Lovely people have walked across Europe for us, climbed mountains, rowed canoes from Liverpool to Leeds, arranged theatre concerts, jumped out of planes, done marathons across the globe and even grown beards to make donations for Take Heart.

I highlighted some of them and now show the money they have collected for Take Heart (up to the time of writing).

Marie Turton – The Leeds Half Marathon £1148.75Peter and Marion Bishop – The Edinburgh Marathon £56.25Anthony Sadler – The London Marathon £772.88Tony Stanley and John – Cycling from Rotterdam to Bratislava! £682.50Aren’t they fantastic? Thank you all so much.

Bill Stevenson, EditorP.S. At the time of writing, the Tour de France is practically upon us with all the excitement it generates. I wonder if afterwards, someone could organise a “Tour de le-Eds” with sponsorship for Take Heart – just a thought …


quiz nightFollowing another very successful quiz night last October, we will be holding the next one on Thursday October 16 at the Leeds Irish Centre.

All profits go to Take Heart.

Teams of four with a cost per person of £12 which includes a two course buffet, (vegetarian option available upon request.)

Further details and application form from [email protected] telephone 0113 267 0767

Come along, support Take Heart - and have a good evening into the bargain.

Paul Kaufman,Trustee

sponsored walk 2014

Roundhay Park – 7th SeptemberRegistration from 9.30am at the MansionWalk starts at 11amTo celebrate 25 years of Take Heart fundraising, a unique special medal has been struck.Please come - bring the family – everyone welcome – including the dog!

walking club notes18th May

It was a lovely morning for a walk – but today we were on a bus. It was that time of the year for our annual coach trip and this year we were Llandudno bound. We certainly picked a nice day for the trip, the outward journey passing very quickly as a large amount of the route was motorway or dual carriageway. We had a bit of leisure time to find somewhere to have a bite to eat and then most of our party met to have a trip on the tramway system to the top of the Great Orme. There had been no breeze sown at sea level but up top it was quite a strong wind which stopped a numberr of the group getting to get to the very top and the trig point.

A nice meal at The Queens hotel on the promenade provided a fitting end to our day out. Our thanks to Olive and Michael for arranging the day.

future walks20th July Snaith. Meet 10-15am (note earlier time) in railway yard car park. Exit from M62 at Junc 34 signed to Selby A19. After approx. 1 mile turn right at round about on to A645 signed Snaith. Pass The Brewers Arms on the left and at mini round about turn left . After approx. 100 yards turn right into George Street. Watch for car park sign on left and turn left into railway yard

For further details tel. John Marshall 0113 257 3377.

17th August Meet 10-30am at The Reindeer, Overton. For further information contact John Marshall 0113 257 3377.


sponsored walk extra!We have decided to reintroduce a Cake Stall at the Sponsored Walk this year and would be grateful if any of you home cooks could make a contribution of cakes for the stall on the day of the walk. Very many thanks in anticipation.Colin

life membership formPlease complete the following form and return to: Paul Kaufman, Take Heart, The Yorkshire Heart Centre, F Floor, Jubilee Building, LGI, Leeds LS1 3EX. Telephone: 0113 392 2888or join online at www.takeheart.net

Life membership fee £1.50 eachBadges £1.00 eachLife membership is open to everyone.

Member 1Forename: (Mr/Mrs/Ms) ..........................................(delete as appropriate)

Surname: .....................................................................

Member 2Forename: (Mr/Mrs/Ms) ..........................................(delete as appropriate)

Surname: .....................................................................

Address: .......................................................................

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Postcode: .....................................................................

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I have enclosed fee(s) of: Couple £3.00/Single £1.50.

I have also enclosed badge fee(s) of £2.00/£1.00(delete as appropriate)

Please make cheques payable to Take Heart

CARDIAC NURSESPECIALIST HELPLINEAvailable on Leeds0113 392 5645(Medical)0113 392 5647(Surgical)

COLLECTION BOXESIf you require a collection box, or your collection box needs empting.

Contact Alec McLean on 0113 257 6548

Or the Take Heart Office on 0113 392 2888.

MORRISH SOLICITORS LLPAs Honorary Solicitors, Morrish Solicitors LLP offers free initial legal advice to our members and their families.

To seek advice telephone Tom Morrish (Yeadon Office) on 0113 250 7792.

Charlotte Bandawe (City Centre) on 0113 245 0733.

Charles Clough (Pudsey Office) on 0113 257 0523.

CHANGE OF ADDRESSPlease be sure to let us have full details if you move house so that we can keep our data base up to date for posting out newsletters etc.

The following are donations “In memory of”:In memory of Stanley RowsonFrom family, relatives and friends £163.35In loving memory of Raymond Evans whose birthday it would have been on the 8th May. He is still very much missed by all the family. From Mrs Doris Evans £30.00In loving memory of Jack and Renny BryanFrom Jenny and Reinhard Bryan £10.00Fathers Day Memories of Walter, Siegfried,and Jack. Also loving memories of Angela Caire.From Jenny and Reinhard Bryan £10.00In memory of Miss Stacy Marie FisherFrom family, relatives and friends £300.00In memory of John PritchardFrom family, relatives and friends £179.90In memory of Arthur Taylor WhiteThis donation is also given in appreciation of the wonderful care and attention received by Mr Richard White many years ago and more recently in September/October who is now recovered. The money was part of the collection at the funeral of Arthur Taylor White and was from family relatives and friends via Mrs Irene White £275.00In memory of Mrs Mavis Mary WhitakerFrom family, relatives and friends £139.50In memory of Robert (Bob) Dye who died of heart failure on 28th April 2014 in ward 18 at the Yorkshire Heart Centre. Thanks to all his friends, his daughters friends, colleagues and family for this donation in his memory. Via Professor Louise Dye £500.00In loving memory of Miss Samantha Race. This donation was raised by Steph and Rachael Dickinson and Samantha’s mum in appreciation of all the care and attention Samantha received whilst a patient in the cardiac units and also for the Take Heart facilities. £1100.00

In memory of the recent loss of a family member,From Mr Peter Warne of Silsden £40.00In memory of Henry ScargillFrom family, relatives and friends £163.60In memory of James Kitchener WalesFrom family, relatives and friends £305.30In memory of Mrs Marjorie SheerinFrom family, relatives and friends £122.11In memory of Mrs Elizabeth MacDonaldFrom family, relatives and friends £110.08In memory of Mrs Barbara Sheehan whose birthday would have been on the 11th May. From Mrs J.Heathcote £10.00And from all her friends and colleagues in the Microbiology Department who fund raised and collected in her memory. £550.00 In memory of Brian Taylor , a dearly loved dad, son and brother from Emily, Mum, Donald, Kevin, John and Stanley and also to say a big thank you for the wonderful care given to John Bamforth when he underwent major heart surgery in the Yorkshire Heart Centre. From Mrs Audrey Bamforth £100.00 In memory of a dear cousin David Silkstone. From Ms Jane Croft of Mitcham, Surrey £20.00 In memory of Jack TurnerFrom family, relatives and friends £109.90And from Mrs F.P.Hyde £20.00In memory of John Edward Stanley who sadly passed away on the 24th April. In appreciation of the excellent care he received from the heart services at the Leeds General infirmary over numerous years. A very big thank you to all the staff at the LGI heart unit, from his wife and family, relatives and friends £270.00In memory of Miss Anita Marie ColeFrom family, relatives and friends £273.10And from K.L.Leece £20.00

donationsWe wish to thank the following members and friends who have so generously donated over the past few weeks. Please remember there are approximately three weeks from the list closing to the time you receive your newsletter. If your donation has missed this list it will appear in the next issue.


In loving memory of a very dear husband Ken BeaumontFrom Mrs K.V.Beaumont £20.00In memory of Mrs Doris Westerman, a dear mother, sister and auntie. Remembered always. From Jean Laycock and family £20.00In memory of Mrs P.Bernadette LordFrom family, relatives and friends £455.56And from Mr nd Mrs J.H.Maguire £50.00In memory of Mrs Annie GarrardFrom family, relatives and friends £90.55In memory of Mr Keith MillsFrom family, relatives and friends £128.67In fond memory of a much respected cousin Brian PurllFrom Mr David Purll £60.77In memory of Raymond Endeacott who passed away on the 14th AprilFrom family, relatives and friends £188.40In loving memory of Mrs Henryka Marcisz and Mr Karol MarciszFrom Richard marcisz £20.00In memory of Mrs Phoebe JohnsonFrom family, relatives and friends £200.00In memory of Rodney Nigel Barney DarraghFrom family, relatives and friends £121.41Precious memories of dear parents Harriet Noble (died 31st of May 1984) and James Noble (died 8th July 1973). Time passes but memories stay quietly remembered every day. Miss and love you both.From your loving daughter Audrey Howey £15.00Lovingly remembered today and always a loving Nanna, Grandow, Granny and Grandpop. Wish you were here to see us all. From Corrine, Brian, Jamie and Lynsey (Farrell) £15.00In memory of Kenneth Sayles,From family, relatives and friends £159.00In memory of David Alan SilkstoneFrom family, relatives and friends £996.36And from Mrs Janet Booth £30.00In memory of Stephen ScrivinFrom his loving sisters Edna, Jean and Peggy £60.00In memory of Neville Willoughby a loving husband to Jean and father to Helen.From family, relatives and friends £284.95In loving memory of Don Fogarty.From family, relatives and friends £150.00

The following are donations raised by events etc:Donation raised by hosting a Phoenix Trading Coffee and Cards event including a raffle raised by Emma.T.Woolley £30.26Donations given in lieu of presents at the Diamond Anniversary of Mr and Mrs B & E.D.Cooper of Bramley, Leeds £90.00Donation given in lieu of Fees and expenses in respect of a lecture given to Kirbymoorside Camera Club by Mr and Mrs T.Furmston of Altofts, Normanton £40.00Donation being money raised from the sale of his book – Fast and Free, Pete Livesey, Stories of a Rock Climbing Legend By Mr J.M.Sheard of Longwood, Huddersfield £1000.00Donation raised from the sale of extra Easter treats. From Lenka Biscombe of Leeds 9 £25.00Donation raised by completing 3 10k races by Miss Claire Park of Guiseley £48.00Donation raised from collection at IKEA on Saturday the 17th May £181.93Donation raised from collection at IKEA on Sunday the 18th May £134.68From the sale of cards by Mrs Pat Bretherton £30.00Donation raised from Afternoon Tea by Take heart £89.47Donation raised by various fund raising and also the raffle of a bike by members and friends of The Corner House Club via it’s President Mr David Shepherd £1197.12Further donations from Corner Club Members. £65.50Donation from Colne Valley Lions who held a race night. Via Mrs Olivia Turner £700.00Donation raised from family and friends at the celebration of their renewing their Wedding Vows. From John and NicolaTurner £472.50Donation raised from the sale of books at St James’s Hospital £20.97Donations raised by the ladies who are members of the Court Sir Robert Peel 6088 Ladies Section who have organised raffles over the past year. Via Ms Lesley Ray £100.00

Donations from friends and family in lieu of the birthday of Mr John David Sampson following his treatment in the cardiac ward in 2013 £121.55 Donation raised from the sale of used postage stamps. From Mr Bob Barnes of Horbury, Wakefield £50.00Donation raised by completing the London and Edinburgh Marathons on behalf of Take Heart. From Mr Peter and Mrs Marion Bishop £328.30Further donations on line for Peter and Marion Bishop £45.00

The following are donations from boxes:From Staff and Customers of Crumbs Sandwich Shop, Brighouse via Mrs C.Sheard £38.22From Members of Burley Rugby Union Football Club, Kirkstall. £22.74From Staff and Patients, Cardiac Investigations Dept £115.92From Staff and Patients , Nuclear Cardiology Dept £69.51Donation raised by Jim Coupland and friends £58.25From Staff and Customers of Baig Fashions, Morley Market £82.07From Staff and Customers, NISA Convenience Stores, Leeds 12 £13.18From Staff and Customers, NISA Convenience Stores, Leeds 12 £23.31From Staff, Customers and colleagues at YEP, via Gary Holdsworth £50.62From Staff, Customers and Colleagues at YEP, via Gary Holdsworth £50.96Take Heart Stall Box £30.80From Mrs Rose Sturdy of Baildon £34.33From Staff and Customers of Utopia, Pudsey £8.21 The following are donations from small change boxes:From Mr Malcolm Allatt of Gomersal £12.50From Mr and Mrs R.Watling £20.00Colin and Mary Pullan of Leeds 12 £3.37From Mrs Sue Lievesley of Baildon £7.42From Mr S.Vallo of Illingworth £12.57From Mr and Mrs David and Christina Townend £12.00From Mr Eric Smithson of Halton, Leeds £35.00

From Mr William Shaw of Sowerby Bridge £10.00From Mr and Mrs F.Atha of Cookridge £10.00From Mr Alan Cawood of Leeds 10 £24.00

The following are donations:In appreciation of all the care and attention she has received since she had her pacemaker fitted nine years ago. From Mrs E Cross of Leeds 14 £150.00 From Mr and Mrs M.& A.E.Finlay £50.00From Mr John.W.Hemingway £50.00From Mr and Mrs A.& P.Redfearn of Meltham, Huddersfield £50.00From Members of Heywood United Reform Church, Northowram, Halifax £59.65From Mr and Mrs Kenneth and Barbara Miller of Rodley, Leeds £100.00From Mr Michael Holliday of Scholes, Leeds £10.00From Mr and Mrs P.Graham of Bradford £27.00From Mr W.G.Radford £50.00In appreciation of the special features on the ceiling of ward 14. From Mrs Dorothy Price £50.00From anon via Just Giving £10.00From Mr E.Wooler of Huddersfield in appreciation of the wonderful treatment he received from Mr Blackman, Mr Malkin and all their staff on wards L19 and L20 during his recent stay. £50.00From Mr Anthony Denning of Linthwaite, Huddersfield £50.00From Mr and Mrs T.Humphrey of Skelmanthorpe, Huddersfield. Replacing two badges and balance to pay for postage and expenses £3.00From Mr and Mrs K.E.Dickey £50.00From Mrs Julie Wadsworth of Smawthorpe, Castleford £50.00A bequest from the estate of the late Edna Holmes £1000.00A bequest from the estate of the late Mrs Emily Coates £224.91With grateful thanks for the recovery of baby Jack. From great grandma Mrs Margaret Lewis of Swinnow £10.00From Mr Stephen Dring of Cookridge, Leeds £100.00From Mrs Devo Parkiash of Leeds 17 £101.00


Total donations for this period are

£19,487.18On average less than 1.5% of this total is used for expenses.

The remainder is used for the benefit of patients, their relatives and staff within the Yorkshire Heart Centre.

Donation collected by Mrs L.Smith and forwarded to ourselves by her father Mr D.A.Hey of Rawdon £50.00Donation to celebrate the implant of a stent on the 13th of June 2000 and £25 for his 25th anniversary. From Mr Alan Catton of Clifford, Wetherby £39.00From Mrs P.Sutton £10.00From D.Sowden £40.00In appreciation of the care and attention she received whilst a patient in ward 17 and also for the facilities provided by Take Heart. From Miss Gwen Bibias £100.00Missing you on fathers day - a dear dad Dennis Naylor.From Mrs Ruth Everitt of Wakefield £20.00

The following are on-line donations:From Neil Thompson of Cleethorpes £165.00From Ian McNichol of Kippax £10.00From Mr Gordon Beal of Hemsworth £10.00From Mr David Sampson of Tingley £30.00In appreciation of the care and attention her father received during his10 day stay in the cadiac units and also for the Take Heart facilities. From Ms Lucy Hinchcliffe of Cheshunt, £60.00Lee Wright £20.00Ms Tracey Leathley £6.00In appreciation of the care and attention he received whilst in the cardiac units and also for the facilities provided by Take Heart. From Dr Ben Jordan of Leeds 16 £600.00In appreciation of the care and attention he received and also for the Take Heart facilities. From Mr Gordon Beal of Hemsworth, Pontefract £10.00In appreciation of the use of the relatives rooms during her fathers illness.From Miss Debbie Maxwell of Glossop, Derbyshire £50.00

Fund raising donations given on line:Lee Robertshaw £310.00Miss Hannah Kieldson £471.63Andy Warner £122.50Anthony Sadler £5.00Mr Daniel Bottomly £35.00Miss Marie Turton £325.00Mr David Shepherd/Simon Grundy £793.88

Mr Mark Ellis £240.00Mrs Jules Noblett £55.00Mr Tony and John Stanley £500.00Benjamin Shaw £112.00Peter and Marion Bishop £373.30

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