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Ecclesiastical Union

Glenavy is a vicarage in the diocese of Connor and archdiocese of Armagh, being episcopally united to the parishes of Camlin and Tullyrusk. It is a lay impropriation in the advowson of the Marquis of Hertford, who receives the rectorial tithes. The precise year in which the union took place is not known, but by a regal visitation book deposited among the records of the court of prerogative that there was a union so early as the year 1633. The present incumbent is the Reverend E. Cupples, who receives the vicarial tithes by an amicable composition with his parishioners. They vary from 6d to 10d ha'penny per acre. The church is situated in this part of the union, on the banks of Glenavy river and a short distance north of the village. It is a plain neat edifice and there is a good glebe house in the adjacent parish of Camlin.

Glenavy - Religion

This parish is especially united to those of Camlin and Tullyrusk, and constitutes a vicarage of which the Reverend Edward Cupples is vicar. He reside in Lisburn. The vicarial tithes amount to 380 pounds per annum and the lay tithes to 101 pounds per annum. The vicar keeps but 1 curate, who resides in the parish of Camlin. The parish church is in the village of Glenavy." At this time the memoirs tell us there were 1,589 Episcopalians, 282 Presbyterians and 1,484 Roman Catholics in this parish in the revised census of 1834.

Glenavy - Public Buildings

It contains a church and a Methodist meeting house. The cost of the erection of this church amounts to 1,220 pounds, 450 pounds of which was furnished by the Board of First fruits and the remaining 770 pounds was raised by presentment and subscription. It is a plain building and within the last few years has had an addition of a square turret, the corners of which are ornamented and consequently, from a distance, gives it the appearance of a handsome building. The church is a neat edifice erected in the year 1812. There are 47 seats in the aisle, would contain 288 persons; 15 seats in gallery, would contain 76 persons; dimensions 60 feet by 30.

The public buildings consist of a church, a Methodist meeting house and a bridge. The church is very prettily situated in the valley along the river and a little retired from the street. It is a very pretty village church with a neat square tower ornamented with 4 crocketted pinnacles and containing a good clock with 3 dials. The church measures 60 feet long and 30 feet wide, and contains accommodation for 400 persons. It contains a gallery and is very neatly and comfortably fitted up internally. It was erected in 1812 at a cost of 1,220, of which 500 pounds was given and 250 lent by the Board of First fruits, 150 pounds presented at the vestry, 300 pounds given by the Marquis of Hertford and 20 pounds given by the Countess of Longford.

Ecclesiastical directory - Glenavy - Incumbent: Edward Cupples, post town: Lisburn

Curate: Daniel Bell, Post town Glenavy.

October 25 1885

Glenavy Glebe

DEAR FRIEND

You have brought your child to be Baptized. You have begun well. You have thus outwardly professed to bring your little one to Jesus. Now you must daily strive to bring up the child for Jesus.

As to-day you carry your infant from the Font the Lord Jesus seems to say, "Take this child away and nurse it for Me, and I will give thee thy wages." Ex. 11.9.

Think of what is committed to your care and training:-

A Soul - a thinking, feeling, loving soul, capable of becoming so beautiful or so bad!
An immortal soul - never dying, that must live for ever!
A redeemed soul - bought with the precious blood of Jesus!
A soul dear to God - more loved by Him than it is even by you.
A soul that may be saved - saved from sin, saved to eternal joy; or that may be lost - lost in sin, lost in everlasting woe.

Now "do not sin against the child,"
Gen. Xlii. 22

You will care for its body, and see that it is suitably fed and properly clothed.
You will care for its mind, and see that it is taught the lessons necessary for this life. Think not this is all. Care for your child's soul.
But how can you truly teach of Jesus unless you know Him?
How can you train your child to pray (not merely to say its prayers) unless you pray?
How can you lead your child to heaven unless you go along the road.
Show the child you love God's mercy-seat, you love God's Word, you love God's house, you love God's service.
Children are quick to see through all pretences - therefore be real. Let your child look upon your daily conduct, and learn as a reality, from your life as well as from your lips, that there is a loving Father in heaven, whose service is joy, who "careth for us."
Do not say to them "Go" - go to Church, but "Come" - that is the sweetest, most inviting word, "Come, let us go up to the House of the Lord."
So lovingly, firmly, and wisely train and restrain your children, by the help of God, that they may grow to be a blessing, rise up to call you "blessed," and with you for ever dwell in the bright and better Home.

Your faithful Friend and Pastor.

Charles Watson, Glenavy

Given to …
At the Baptism of
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Date: October 25th '85.

The Baby

Another little wave
Upon the sea of life -
Another soul to save,
Amid its toil and strife.

Two more little feet,
To walk the dusty road;
To choose where two paths meet,
The narrow and the broad.

Two more little hands,
To work for good or ill;
Two more little eyes,
Another little will.

Another heart to love,
Receiving love again;
O let not all Thy grace,
FATHER, be spent in vain.

Thou didst Thine only Son
For my child freely give,
May it henceforth be Thine,
For ever to Thee live.

Church of Ireland

Parish of Glenavy - On Wednesday last, a treat was given to the children of the parish attending the Glenavy, Feumore and Crumlin Sunday-schools. The children of Glenavy and Crumlin assembled at the Parochial School, where they were met by the Feumore contingent, who arrived on breaks and cars, and to the number of 240 marched in procession to the Parish Church at half past twelve. A short service from the office of Morning Prayer, beginning at the creed, having been said, and the lesson read by the Rev. W.J. Munce, M.A. curate, a few kindly words were spoken to the children, and a hymn having been sung, they filed out of church, while a voluntary was played by Miss McBride. At the end of the avenue they were met by the Glenavy Brass Band, and with flags and banners flying marched to the Glebe Lawn. Milk, which some kind hearted members of the congregation supplied in abundance, and bans having been distributed, games were begun, and the whole afternoon was joyously spent by the children in competing for prizes, of which there was a very large assortment. The scene was one on which the eye rested with pleasure - the bright dresses of the children, the flags and banners floating on the lawn, and the crowds of visitors under the trees making a lovely picture . At half past four grace was sung, and tea was served out, first to the children, and them to all the visitors. Duringthe afternoon many drove up the avenue to watch the sports, Captain Dowglass, J.P., and Mrs. Dowglass; Mrs Mussen; Mrs Lorimer; Miss Donaldson; the Misses Rhodes; the Misses English; Mrs. Bullick; Mrs Willis; Mrs Corkin; Mr Oakman and others expressing their pleasure at the animated scene. The routine of the day's sport was admirably carried out under the energetic superintendence of Dr. Mussen, Messrs English, Oakman and Dowglass; the younger children being kept in good spirits by the energy of Miss Finlay, Miss Watson, Miss Dowglass, and others. A bag of sweets having been given to each scholar, and a prize to each unsuccessful competitor, balloons were let off, the delight of the children being indescribable as they watched them gracefully ascend. A few words having been spoken by Rev. C. Watson, and by Messrs. English and Oakman, the doxology was sung, and the band having played "God Save the Queen" the children, cheering lustily their thanks for the pleasant day, formed in procession, and marched to Glenavy Bridge, where thanks having been given to the members of the band, all separated to their homes. The crowds who were assembled deserve the highest praise for their behaviour, for, though freely allowed to roam at pleasure, not a flower or shrub was injured.

Entertainments in Glenavy Parish

The merry season was begun by a congregational conversations held in the Protestant Hall on the 20th ult. A large Christmas tree, presented by Mr. S.S. Briggs, of Glenconway, and two work stalls had been furnished beforehand by the ladies of the congregation, with knick knacks suitable for Christmas Presents, all of which found ready purchasers. The refreshment-table presided over by Mrs. Mussen, Mrs Loriner, and Mrs White was liberally patronised; and much amusement and interest were excited by the electric machine and foreign curiosities which Mr. English contributed and had in charge. The children's illuminated tree in the lower hall gave unbounded delight to young and old. During the evening some charades were gone through, the people showing keen interest in trying to find out the word portrayed. The Lisburn Orchestral Society, under the leadership of Mr Weir, contributed a number of items to the musical portion of the entertainment. The hall was handsomely decorated for the occasion by the ladies, under the direction of Dr. Mussen, Mr. Lorimer, and Rev. R.J. Sides. A good sum was realised towards forming a fund for the heating of the parish church. Christmas Day, though very wet, found a large congregation at church, the service being very bright and hearty. The "story of Bethlehem", by Rev, F.W. Hogan, was sung instead of an anthem, and the psalms for the day were chanted. The attendance at holy Communion was most gratifying. On New Year's eve the Crumlin Sunday School, to the number of 84, over which Mr. English acts as superintendent, had its annual soiree in the Laurelvale School. After tea and cake, the prizes for attendance and good answering were distributed by Rev. A. Pakenham, of Langford Lodge, whose presence and kind words gave pleasure to all. After some carols were sung, and a few words were spoken to the children, apples were distributed, and a most enjoyable evening ended at nine o'clock. On Friday, 4th, the Feumore Sunday School, numbering over 60, had its yearly treat in a barn kindly lent by Mr W. Fitzgerald for the occasion. After tea, games were for a time enjoyed, and some songs sung by Mrs. and the Masters Sides were highly appreciated by the children. The prizes were distributed by Mrs. Watson, the Glebe, and oranges handed round before the children separated. On Tuesday last, the Glenavy School, numbering 119, met in the schoolroom for tea and buns, after which they all adjourned to the Protestant Hall, where Canon Sayers delighted them with an exhibition of views of his magic lantern. It was found 50 per cent of the children had earned prizes by their attendances, and these, with the prizes for good answering, were distributed by Mrs. Watson. A few kind words were spoken to the children by the vicar and curate, and after a distribution of oranges, all went home pleased. A large congregation assembled in the parish church on the last Sunday evening of the year, when the service was shortened, the psalms chanted, and carols sung, after an address by Rev. J.R. Sides.

Parish of Glenavy

The annual Vestry of Glenavy Parish was held on Easter Monday at six o'clock p.m. There was a large attendance, especially of young men, and much interest was shown in the proceedings. The rev. J.R. Sides, B.A., curate was present, and after prayer and reading a portion of Scripture, the vicar presented the report, which showed a good balance in hand, and was adopted. It was unanimously agreed that a heating apparatus should be inserted in the church before the winter, and a committee was appointed for the purpose. Some improvements in the graveyard were proposed, and it was agreed that they should be carried out during the summer. The following elections were made:-

Churchwardens - Messrs J. Lorimer and J. Smyth. Select Vestry - Messrs A. Mussen, M.D.; W. Fitzgerald, W. Bullick, W. Gresham, J.G. Oakman, J. Wickliffe, W. Wheeler, R. Jebb, T. Sloane, J. Corken, and H. Balance. Sidesmen - Messrs. H. Higginson, George Rollins, and James Ingram. Hearty votes of thanks were given to the outgoing churchwardens, Dr. Mussen and Mr. W. Bullick, and also to Mr. J. English, the honorary secretary of the Select Vestry.

Annual Fete of Glenavy Sunday-Schools

The annual fete in connection with the Sunday-schools of this parish was held on Wednesday last. The children of Crumlin (under Mr. Edward Johnston) arrived on conveyance and joined the Glenavy children at the school. All with their teachers, marched to the parish church at half-past twelve, where a special service of thanksgiving for the mercies of the past year was held. After service, a procession was formed, and, with flags flying, and headed by Glenavy Brass Band, they marched to the glebe lawn. Buns and milk were handed round, and the children then dispersed to their amusements. Swings, kite-flying, running races and jumping for prizes, football, and sending up balloons made the time pass very happily. Dr. Mussen, Mr. A. Mussen, Mr. Lorimer, and the teachers, with the Rev. J.R. Sides, curate keeping the merriment in full swing. At four 0'clock, by which time a large number of parishioners and friends had joined the children on the lawn, tea was served and partaken of gladly. Amusements were again commenced and kept up till seven 0'clock, The children having been called together, the vicar took occasion to ask the children to express their sympathy with the sufferers by the sad disaster at Armagh. A collection was made on behalf of the sufferers, and the large sun of £5 1s was contributed as a mark of sympathy. Cheers having been given for the band and for all who had so kindly assisted in making the day pleasant, the children marched back to Glenavy Bridge, headed by the band, where, after singing "God Save the Queen." all separated to their homes happy and contented.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 11th April, 1891

The annual vestry of the Parish of Glenavy was held in the Parochial Schoolroom on Easter Monday evening. There was a very large attendance at six o'clock, when the vicar, the Rev. Charles Watson, took the chair, and opened the proceedings by reading a portion of Scripture and by prayer. After the minutes of last Easter Vestry were read and confirmed, the chairman referred to the report of the select vestry for the year, from which it appeared that the Sustentation Fund showed a balance to credit of £8 0s 1d, and the Church Expenses Fund of £30 13s. During the year, £26 0s 11d was contributed to the Protestant Orphan Society, and £28 5s 8d for missions. Contributions have also been sent in to the Diocesan Religious Education Society, the Clergy Superannuation Fund, and Local Diocesan Society. The following elections were made:- Churchwardens - Messrs. J. English and J.G. Oakman. Sidesmen - Messrs. Ed. Ingram, C. Quigley, and James Bolton. Select vestry - Dr. Mussen, Messrs W. Fitzgerald, Edward Johnston, W. Mountgarrett, J. Lorimer, J. Smyth, W. Gresham, J. Corken, W. Bullick, J. Wickliffe, J. Coburn, and T. Sloan. Parochial nominators - Captain Geo. Douglass, J.P., A. Mussen, M.D., and W. Fitzgerald. Diocesan synods men - Messrs. J. Lorimer, W. Fitzgerald, W. Mountgarrett, and Henry Barnes. Mr Fitzgerald proposed, and Dr. Mussen seconded a vote of thanks to Mr. J. English for his services as honorary secretary, and it was unanimously agreed that he should continue to give his valuable help.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 16th May, 1891

BELFAST QUARTER SESSIONS
IMPORTANT TITLE JURISDICTION CASE

Mountgarrett v. Dornan

This was an action brought by Warren mount Garrett, Crumlin, land agent, against Edward Dornan, Ballycessy, Glenavy, farmer, to recover the sum of £5, loss and damage sustained by plaintiff by reason of the defendant, having interrupted and obstructed the plaintiff in the exercise of a certain public right of way, exercised and used by him, in common with others, ever a certain road or portion of ground leading from the road or highway from the parish of Camlin to the Parish Church of Glenavy, in the town land of Ballycessy, parishes of Camlin and Glenavy, barony of Upper Masserene, and County of Antrim. Mr. Wellington Young appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. Harrison, B.L. (instructed by Mr. P. Johnston), for the defendant. When the case was called on, Mr. Harrison stated that the action was one involving a question as to a right of way, with regard to which the parish was practically divided into two portions, the one claiming that there was a right of way, and the other the reverse. The case would certainly occupy all day, the witnesses numbering at least twenty-two, and, in addition, there were a number of very debateable law points to be contested. Counsel had only got his instructions in this very elaborate case a few minutes ago, the delay being due neither to him not to the solicitor for the defendant, and he therefore applied to have the case adjourned to a day when they would be in a position to fully meet the case. Mr. Young opposed the application most strenuously. The process had been issued on the 13th April, and served on the defendant on the following day, so that there could be no excuse for the delay that had occurred in the instruction of counsel. As a matter of fact, the case was a very simple one, and didn't require the assistance of counsel. As far as he (Mr. Young) was concerned, he could assure his Honour that, although there were fifteen or twenty witnesses summoned, he did not intend to examine more than one or two. The question involved was whether a certain right of way existed to the Parish Church of Glenavy, and they had to bring the former rector, Rev. E.J. Smith, from Dublin. That gentleman was certainly not very strong, and it would be a hardship to compel his return to court.

His Honour said he could do no more than allow the case to stand to the end of the day's list, and he made an order accordingly.

Shortly before four o'clock the case came up on the evidence.

Rev. E.J. Smith, of Dublin, deposed that he had been vicar of Glenavy from 1852 till 1885, and during that time the path in question had been frequently used by himself, and he had seen other people use it. There had never been any let or hindrance to any person passing along the way. The path ran from the road to the Glenavy river, and was continued on the other side of the river to the parish church.

In reply to Mr. Harrison, the witness stated that he would not be surprised to hear that a gate had been put on the path in 1880.

Ann Allen stated she recollected the path had been open for fifty years. A few years ago the defendant had put up a gate. The way had been made use of by the villagers for the purpose of procuring water from the river and as a short way to the church. No lock was put on the gate till last July. Before that, and subsequent to the gate being erected, people continued to make use of the pathway. John Bullock had never known of any person being prevented making use of the roadway. People had been in the habit of carting gravel from the river by this path.

Joseph English, hon. Secretary of the Select vestry of the church, stated that every effort had been made by the Select Vestry of the Parish of Glenavy to amicably settle this question. They had desired that the defendant should not lock the gate, but he declined to come to any agreement. Witness saw the gate newly tarred on almost every Sunday, evidently for the purpose of preventing persons going by that way to the parish church.

The plaintiff stated that he had broken down the obstructions to the use of the path in question, and had invited an action against himself to have the matter decided whether it was a public right of way or not. He had done so for the purpose of asserting his rights.

Mr. Harrison reserved his cross-examination of the witness, and the case stands till Wednesday.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday May 23rd, 1891

The Glenavy Right of Way Case

Mountgarrett v. Dornan
Judgement for the defendant

The hearing of this case was resumed. It was an action brought by Warren Mountgarrett, Crumlin, land agent, against Edward Dornan, Ballycessy, Glenavy, farmer, for the recovery of £5 for lass and damage sustained by plaintiff by reason of the defendant having interrupted and obstructed the plaintiff in the exercise and enjoyment of a certain public right of way exercised and used by him in common with others, over a certain road or highway from the parish of Camlin to the Parish Church of Glenavy, in the town land of Ballycessy, parishes of Camlin and Glenavy, barony of Upper Massereene, and County of Antrim.

Mr. Wellington Young represented the plaintiff, and Mr. Thomas Harrison (instructed by Mr. Phillip H. Johnston, LL.D.), appeared for the defendant.

John Jamison, examined, stated, in reply to Mr. Harrison, that he lived in the parish of Glenavy. He knew the place referred to for upwards of 20 years. He had been a long time in the employment of the Rev. Mr. Smith, late vicar of Glenavy. He had seen people pass down the path referred to, and by means of the stepping stones cross over the river. The present gateway was not the usual entrance to the path in question. Bt the Rev. Mr. Smith's directions he had maintained a paling to prevent people crossing over the river.

By Mr. Young - He recollected the existence of the pathway on the other side of the river for a number of years.

Robert Dickson, a member of the congregation of Glenavy Parish Church, said that the last vicar, the Rev. Mr. Smith, had prevented people crossing over the river. About two years ago he had been cautioned by the defendant for making use of the path. He had never heard it spoken of as a public right of way. Persons who bought material from Dornan made use of the river.

By Mr. Young - He had tarred the gate for Dornan. He had never performed the operation at night. He had tarred the gate after he made it and put it up. He had never tarred the wall to prevent people going to church. He had carted gravel several times from the river.

By Mr. Harrison - The stones and gravel which he had carted from the river had been purchased by the Grand Jury from the defendant.

James Ferris remembered the pathway for between fifty and sixty years. He never knew of the right of everybody to make use of the road.

By Mr. Young - During the time he recollected the path was an open way, not paved, he believed, extending to Dornan's field.

Richard McCall had been cautioned by the defendant inside this four years against use of the pathway.

By Mr. Young - The position of the stepping-stones in the river had never been altered. A new path had lately been constructed by the church authorities on the parish church side of the river. He had been cautioned twelve years ago by the defendant for watering his cattle at the river by means of this path.

James Johnston swore that he was a linen merchant in Belfast. He formerly had property at Glenavy, and his acquaintance with the locality in question extended for between fifty and sixty years. His father had owned portion of Dornan's property. There had been a gate on the old entrance to the path in dispute. In his time this path was merely a cart track. He had never heard anyone claiming a right of way until about four years ago. He knew of thorns being put upon the path to prevent I being used as a common right of way. There was another way to the river, which was kept up by the people.

By Mr. Young - He had suggested to the defendant to compromise the matter with the church authorities, and sell their right of way. He had resided at Glenavy until November, occasionally visiting Belfast. He had not encouraged the defendant to enter into law. He had no interest one way or the other in these proceedings. He would be very willing to subscribe towards the construction of a proper pathway to the church, and if the present church authorities were honest they could have one through their own land.

This was all the evidence produced for the defence.

Rev. Charles Watson, called on behalf of the plaintiff, said that he had been incumbent of Glenavy for the past six years, succeeding the late Rev. E.J. Smith. When he was appointed to the place the gate, which had been broken down, was upon the path referred to. It was fastened by a piece of string. The pathway was continued on the other side of the river, through the graveyard, and over some of the graves. To prevent this, he allowed a new path to be made through this meadow. This was the only alteration which had been made. There had been no deviation of the other pathway over Dornan's grounds. By Mr. Harrison - He had frequently used the pathway when going to the church.

Mr. Young called his Honour's attention to the Ordnance Survey of 1862, on which, he said, the way was marked.

Mr. Harrison then asked his Honour to dismiss the action on the following grounds:- First that, the defendant was not the person to sue, because he had received no special damage of quantity or quality. On this point the quoted a number of cases in which it had been held that a person could not take action for obstruction received on a public right of way unless there had been certain particular damage done to himself over and above that which might be occasioned to all the Queen's subjects, otherwise there would be a multiplicity of actions. Secondly, that there had been no evidence whatever given of the path having been dedicated as a public right of way by some person who had power to do so; and thirdly, that evidence of the maps which had been handed in were dead against any such contention.

Mr. Young said no matter how the case went, he thought there would be only one opinion in regard to the conduct of the defendant in attempting to prevent those people from worshipping in the Parish Church, and the methods he adopted to effect his purpose could not be upheld in any court of justice. The idea of a man tarring a gate to prevent his neighbours going to their place of worship. He quite agreed with Mr. Harrison's contention that the plaintiff would have to prove special damage before he could bring an action for obstruction in regard to a public right of way; but had not proved special damage, had not his clothes been injured by the tar on the gate upon attempting to enter on the pathway? The word "public" no doubt occurred in the process, but if his Honour were satisfied that a right of way existed, he cared not whether it was public or not vested in the public or section of the community, his Honour had power to strike the word out of the process and give a decree for the exercise of the right of way. Then, for considering that pathway as an easement, his Honour had substantial grounds by holding that the church, with the graveyard in this case, was the dominant tenement. Under all the circumstances, he asked the Court to prevent the defendant precluding the parishioners going to their church as they had been accustomed to do for the last fifty years.

His Honour, having reviewed the evidence, said that it was quite evident from the facts proved in the case that the defendant had no right whatever to stop these people making use of this way to the Parish Church. It had been made use of for this purpose for the last fifty or sixty years, and the parishioners could still exercise that right. According to the law bearing on the matter, the right claimed by the plaintiff here was an easement, but the process hand not been brought to establish this, but a public right of way. Admitting this, one of the questions raised by counsel came under consideration. The way he had mentioned did exist, only as a private right of way and, as an easement, but that action was instituted to establish the right of a public road, which could only exist by Act of Parliament or by dedication by the owner of the soil. Dedication could not only take place by a person having a limited interest, but no doubt long user of the soil, the owner in fee. If the way has been permitted to be used for a long time, the law assumed his assent. In his opinion the evidence produced was opposed to any public right of way. The very fact that the defendant had been permitted to put a gate on ten years ago was quite inconsistent with the contention that that was a public right of way. Assuming, however, that it was such, the plaintiff was then confronted by the other question which Mr. Harrison had raised and established very clearly, that no private individual could bring an action for obstruction to public highway unless he could show some special damage resulting to himself from the obstruction. The case in the Second Exchequer Division alluded to established the fact that it was not sufficient to sustain inconvenience such as any other person might suffer to sustain the right of action. Well, it was affirmed that the plaintiff in that case had sustained some special damage by the tarring of his clothes when going over this gate. But any other person could have created such damage by acting in a similar manner, and, consequently, the damage could not be described as special and particular. Furthermore, special damage must be averred in the pleadings. Where was there ant averment in the process before the Court, and the plaintiff had no right to give any evidence of such? On this second count also he held that the action was sustainable. It would not be right on his part to alter or vary the process in the away asked by Mr. Young. The action had been fought out on the assumption of the case stated in the process, and he should not amend it. What occurred to him, however, as to the rights of the parties was this, and he made this statement, that the defendant might know if he constructed this way, and the case came before his Honour again, what the result would be. The defendant was bound, in his opinion, to allow the passage to exist, and if he did not do so, and action were taken against him (his Honour) to leave it open, and the coasts of such a proceeding, having regard to that case before the Court, would justly and entirely fall upon him. As far as his Honour's opinion went, the defendant ought to allow these people to pass as they had done for the last fifty or sixty years, and he was sure they would not interfere with his property. He would dismiss the case without prejudice, but he would allow no expenses in consequence of the way the defendant had acted in suddenly obstructing this way.

On the application of Mr. Harrison, His Honour, however, 10s towards a map of the locality produced on behalf of the defendant.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 18th July, 1891

THE GLENAVY RIGHT OF WAY CASE

In the Record Court, Belfast, on Thursday, before Mr. Justice Murphy, the following cases were heard.

Dornan, appellant

In this case the appeal was brought by Edward Dornan from a decision of the County Court Judge, sitting at Belfast, on the 18th June last, giving a decree for 1s, in an action for loss and damage sustained by the plaintiff, Anne Allen, by reason of the defendant having within six months interrupted and obstructed the plaintiff in the exercise and used by her over a certain road or portion of ground leading from the road or highway from near the National School, in the townland of Ballycessy, in the parish of Crumlin, to the Glenavy River, and also to the Parish of Glenavy. Mr Thomas Harrison (instructed by Mr. Phillip Johnston) appeared for the appellant, and Mr A.H. Bates (instructed by Mr Wellington Young) represented by the respondent. At the close of the evidence His Lordship said that he had not the slightest hesitation in affirming the decree, and characterised the action of the appellant as a wild attempt at stopping a very ancient right of way. The decree was affirmed with costs, and £4 witnesses' expenses.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 19th November, 1892

PARISH OF GLENAVY

Few parishes in the North have such an interesting history attached to them as that of Glenavy. The parish of Glenavy, formerly, Lynavy, is a union of three parishes - Glenavy, Camlin, and Tullyrusk. It contains 33 town lands, covering 17,890 acres. Shaped like a crescent, it exceeds twelve miles in length and four and a half in breadth. Its western side is bounded entirely by Lough Neagh, the only island of which (Ram's Island) belongs to the parish. Prior to the dissolution of the monasteries the rectory of Glenavy belonged to the great Abbey of Bangor, County Down. After the dissolution it was granted to Sir James Hamilton in the patent giving him Killultagh, and so became a vicarage. The old church of Glenavy had neither tower or spire. It was 58 feet long by 20 feet wide, with a small gallery, and had sittings for 300. Its porch bore the date 1644, and it escaped the ravage of the army of James 11., owing to its being hidden by the deep forest which then covered the country. Mr. Lavens Ewart states that an interesting relic of those days still remains in the silver chalice which the officers of a detachment of Duke of Schomberg's army presented to the church in consideration of the kindness shown to them when quartered in Glenavy. It is 12 inches high and 4 3/8 broad with a lid attached which serves as a paten. It bears the inscription -

"This plate was given to ye church of Glenavy by ye officers of ye Queen's Regiment of Horse, commanded by ye Queen's Regiment of Horse, commanded by ye Honble. Major-General Sir John Lanier, in the year 1690. In honorem Ecclesiae Anglicanae."

The present rector of Glenavy, the Rev. Chas. Watson B.D., is endeavouring to raise funds for erecting a chancel at Feumore Chapel of Ease, which is situated on Lough Neagh, and is largely used by the fishermen. A Christmas sale of work is to be held, and to be sold at it Mr Watson has compiled a history of the parish of Glenavy from the time of its being chosen as a site by St. Patrick. The portion giving the ancient history was revised by the late Bishop Reeves, and the book will be illustrated, giving, among other views a photo of the Communion plate presented by the regiment of Duke Schomberg's army.

From The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 10th December, 1892

GLENAVY PARISH

An advertisement elsewhere inserted announces that a bazaar, in aid of the funds for the erection of a chancel at Feumore Church, will be held in the Protestant Hall, Glenavy, on Thursday and Friday next. The bazaar is to be opened on the former day by the Rev. A.H. Pakenham J.P., of Langford Lodge; and on Friday by Alderman W.J. Johnston, J.P. of Belfast. The ladies of the parish have put forth hearty efforts to make the undertaking a success, and we hope that the highest anticipations of the clergy and laity may be fully realised. The bazaar is in aid of a worthy object. We are pleased to be in a position to announce that the manager of the Great Northern Railway has arranged that return tickets at single fares will be issued to Glenavy on the 15th and 16th by 9 a.m., 12.30, and 4.15p.m. trains from Belfast and intermediate stations; and from Antrim and intermediate stations by 12.40 and 3.30 p.m. trains, and tickets being available for the following day.

Advert:

Glenavy Parish
A Bazaar
Will be held in the
Protestant Hall, Glenavy,
On Thursday and Friday,
December 15 and 16
In aid of the funds for the
Erection of a Chancel at Feumore Church.
The Bazaar will be opened on Thursday, the
15th, by the Rev. A.H. Pakenham,J.P., of
Langford Lodge, at 1.30p.m., by Alderman W J Johnston, J.P.,
Of Belfast
Admission, 1s; Children, sixpence.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 20th October 1894

THE CHURCH OF IRELAND
CONSECRATION SERVICE AT GLENAVY

On the 12th inst. In the afternoon an interesting service was held in the picturesquely-situated church of St. Aidan's, Glenavy, in connection with the consecration of the recently-erected chancel. The church is not only an interesting one from the picturesque ness of its surroundings, but also from its historical associations. It is only a very short time since the vicar of the parish published in booklet form an account of the history of the church, embellished with numerous illustrations, and to which was added a list of the clergymen who had acted as vicars of the parish from the earliest days to the present time. This little booklet attracted a good deal of interest at the time, and, no doubt, its circulation materially assisted in promoting the success of the movement for the erection of the chancel. In its original form the church consisted of a nave and tower, substantially, but plainly, built of stone. To this was subsequently added a transept of nearly equal size to the original structure, and now the addition of the chancel makes the church one of the most complete of the smaller country churches of the diocese, over which the Rev. Dr. Welland has presided since the lamented death of Rev. Dr. Reeves. For a number of years there has been increasingly felt the urgent necessity for the erection of a proper chancel to this church, as well as for the reconstruction in a satisfactory way of its choir arrangements. For want of sufficient funds, these and other much-needed improvements have been postponed, until recently the Select Vestry resolved, by a great effort, to render this quaint and interesting church more worthy for the Divine worship. In this work they were encouraged by the liberal contributions of the parishioners and other friends, and aided by grants from the Marshal Beresford Fund and the Society for the Promotion of Christian Knowledge, London. The new chancel, in design and in regard to the material of which it has been constructed, is in conformity with the general design of the church. The vicar and the parishioners are to be congratulated on the fact that the work which they have had in hand for some considerable time has now been brought to such a successful issue. The chancel, which is 20 feet deep by 18 feet wide, is built in closely-jointed ashlars masonry, with cut-stone dressings, chiefly in white Gifnock rock. The chancel arch is very beautifully proportioned and richly moulded, with corbel clusters at the springing of the labels. The ceiling is panelled in white wood and moulded with pitchpine. The stonework of the original east window has been reset; it has handsome tracery, and has been glazed with chaste design of cathedral-leaded light. The wall panelling over the holy-table has been inlaid with gold mosaics of chaste design. The walls of the chancel have been panelled and arcaded in pitchpine. The steps of the sanctuary are white marble, and the entire area of the chancel has been laid with special tiles of mediaeval design, reproduced from ancient examples. The choir seats and reading desk and sedilium have been executed in hand wrought pitchpine. A capacious organ chamber organ has been built, with large arch opening into the chancel and an arched opening into the church. The organ, which till now was fixed out of sight and proper hearing up in the end gallery of the nave, has been added to, improved, and refixed in the organ chamber. The robing-room is separated by a handsome arcaded screen. The front of the chancel has been projected for a few feet into the body of the church, and enclosed with moulded cut stone plinth. The towering old wooden pulpit has been reconstructed and refixed in suitable position. The east window, which was put up in memory of Mrs. English and three children, consists of four lights, filled in with passion flowers, grapes, pomegranate, rose of Sharon, and Alpha and Omega in the top-lights. The south window has an Irish cross on the top and two side lights filled with roses of Sharon, and contains the words "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy." It was erected in memory of Mrs Esther Wallace. In the south window there is a monogram, called the Labarum, at the top, with lilies on the two lights, and the words, "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." It was erected in memory of Arthur Gayer Finlay, B.A. The font is of Caen Stone. Its base is octagonal and moulded, on which rests a Derbyshire alabaster column highly polished, with capital richly carved in the early English style. The bowl is an octagon, with four carved panels, with foliage, and there is on the chamfer the text, "Suffer little children to come unto Me." - Mark x., 13. The various works have been executed in a very creditable manner by Mr Thomas Irvine, builder, of Glenavy, from the designs and under the superintendence of Mr. J.J. Phillips, architect, of 61 Royal Avenue, Belfast. The whole work was carried out under the general superintendence of Rev. Chas. Watson, B.D., vicar; Rev. F.G. Nelson, Curate, and the following building committee:- Dr. Mussen, J.P.; Messrs. W. Fitzgerald, J.P.; J.English, and J.Lorimer. The following summary of the history of the parish and the improvements carried out during the present year will be found of interest:- Glenavy has been pronounced so only since 1661 A.D. Prior to that its name was Lannavy, from Lian, the church of the dwarf. This title it received from Daniel, to whom St. Patrick gave the cure, and who was called Nanus Angelus, the Angelic dwarf. The church was dedicated to St. Aidan, as we learn from the martyrology of Donegal, at the day, November 6. After the dissolution of the monasteries it was given to Sir James Hamilton, from whom it passed to Sir Fluke Conway, who appointed as vicar the Rev. Meredith Gwyllim in 1622. The parish is now a union of three - Glenavy, Camlin, and Tullyrusk, the union taking place about 1633. It contains thirty-three town lands, covering 17,890 acres, with a Church of Ireland population numbering 1,172, and embraces Ram Island in Lough Neagh with its round tower. The church existed in the sixth century, since the three daughters of Comgall were buried there, according to the calendar of Aengus the Culdee,A.D.788. The next mention of it is in the year 1306, when the entry in the Crusade Tax runs:- "The Church of Llennevy with chapel, 10s." Not till 1622, when Gwyllim was vicar, do we find any record, and then in 1644 it is stated a new church was built, in which worshipped a detachment of the Duke of Schomberg's army, who were quartered in Glenavy, and left, as a memorial of their stay, a silver chalice and platen suitably inscribed, and bearing date 1690. In 1812 the Rev. Edward Cupples built the present church, which was extensively repaired by the Rev. E. Johnston-Smyth, who also added a transept in 1863. During the last nine years many improvements have been made, an organ purchased, a hot-water apparatus inserted, a lynch gate erected, a residence for the curate bought, and the Chapel of Ease at Feumore renovated, and a chancel added. The improvements carried out in the parish church this year included a chancel, with organ chamber, vestry, choir stalls, baptistery, and cathedral glass windows. The chaucel is paved with old English tiling, the gift of Captain Douglass, J.P., and supplied by Messrs. Craven, Dunnill, & Co., of Jackfield, Salop. The other gifts include a memorial brass lectern, presented by Mrs Alsager Nixon; a memorial east window, by Mr Joseph English; a memorial south window, by Dr Black; a memorial south window, by the wife and sisters of the late A.G. Finlay; mosaic communion panels, by the late Frances Morrow; a holy table, by Mr. J. English; an altar cloth, by the Misses Eileen, Olive, and Dorothy Masaroon; a pulpit frontal, by ladies of the parish; chancel lamp, by Late W.E. Colburn; lectern Bible, by the Rev. E Johnson-Smyth; brass altar desks, by Revs. Dr. Irvine and Dr. Munce; Prayer-book for desk, by Rev. J.R. Sides; communion service books, by Rev. C.W. Harding; book markers, by Rev. C.F. Newell; hymn-book, by Rev. W. Moore; alms dishes, by the Rev. F.G. Nelson and a lady of the congregation. Towards the total expenditure, which amounts to over £435, a sum of £55 was obtained from the Marshal Beresford Fund, and £20 from the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge. The windows were furnished by Messrs. Duff and Spagnoletti of London, and the font by Mr Costigan, of Belfast.

The time announced for the consecration service was two p.m., and as this was a convenient hour there was a large attendance of clergymen and laymen not only from the district, but also from Belfast and Lisburn. On the arrival of the 12.30 p.m. train from Belfast the visiting clergy and friends were entertained to luncheon by the parishioners in the Protestant Hall. Among the clergy present were - Right Rev. T.J. Welland, D.D., Bishop of Down and Connor and Dromore; Revs. Dr. Seaver, Dean of Connor; Dr Chadwick, Dean of Armagh; Canon Sayers, Canon Fitzgerald, Canon Pounden, Lisburn; Archdeacon Smythe, R. A. Kernan, B.D.; Charles Watson, B.D., vicar of the parish; Dr. Irvine,St.Stephen's; F.G. Nelson, G.P. Mitchell, A.R. Ryder, H. McKnight, John Leslie, James Leslie, Thomas Dowzer, Broughshane; John Clarke, Killead; G.O. Woodward, T. Mills, T.J. McEndoo, F.J. Newell, James Reade, Jordanstown; M. Collins, Antrim: B. Banks, Lambeg; W.J. Minchin, Ballinderry; J.Greer, Dundela; G.H. Daunt, Grange; B. Tisdall, Ballinderry; Thomas Mills, Dublin; T. McCreight, St. Matthew's; T.W. Harper, A.P.F. Hains, J.E. Archer,B.D. ; and C Johnston. The clergy robed in the Sabbath schoolroom, and walked in procession to the church. At the door of the sacred edifice the Bishop was received by the Rev. Charles Watson and the churchwardens of the parish. A petition was presented to his Lordship, asking him to consecrate the new church. The procession of clergy then proceeded up the nave, saying as they went the 24th psalm, "The earth is the Lord's, and all therein is." On reaching the Communion table, the Bishop read the usual consecration prayers, after which his lordship having been conducted to his chair in the chancel, the deed of consecration was read by the registrar of the diocese, Mr David Morrow. A shortened form of evening service was then said by Rev. C.Watson, B.D., vicar. The Proper Psalms were the 84th, the 122nd, and the 132nd. These were sung to J. Jones and Dr. W. Hayes. The first lesson was 1st Kings, viii., verses 20 to 40, and was read by Rev. Archdeacon Smythe, and Rev. Dr. Irvine, St. Stephen's, read the second lesson, which was Hebrews xv. Chapter, verses 19 to 26. The Magnificant was sung to Dr. P Hayes, and the Nun Dimittis to Barnby in E flat. the hymn before the sermon was "O God, our help in ages past." The musical portion of the service was admirably rendered by an augmented choir, under the charge of Mr. T. Osbourne Marks, Mus. Doc., organist of Armagh Cathedral.

The preacher was he very Rev. Dr. Chadwick, dean of Armagh, who chose for his text, Zechariah,5th chapter, and 12th verse -"Behold My servant, whose name is the branch, and he shall build up the temple of the Lord." he preached an earnest, practical sermon, dealing with the rise and progress of the Christian religion, and, in conclusion, he said, as they had taken an interest in the erection and beautification of that church, so might they take an interesting the erection of that great temple which was the visible Church of the Lord. He wanted them not only to be supporters of the Church in the ordinary sense, but to become pillars in it, and to be real and true Christians, and built into the Church of the redeemed in the eternal world.

The offertory was taken up, and after the Bishop had pronounced the benediction, the choir sang the hymn, "Jesus, thou hast willed it," as the procession of clergy left the church. Subsequently, the clergy and other visitors were entertained at tea in the Sabbath Schoolroom.

Extract from The Lisburn Herald - 24th April, 1897

GLENAVY

The Easter Vestry of this parish was held on Easter Monday evening at seven o'clock - the Rev. Charles Watson, B.D., vicar, in the chair, the Rev. R.W.W. Alexander being also present. After prayer and reading a portion of Scripture, the minutes of last Easter Vestry were read and confirmed, and the annual report passed. The chairman having intimated to the Vestry that he had accepted the benefice of Newcastle, the following resolution was proposed by Dr. Mussen, and seconded Mr. Willis, and unanimously passed:- This Vestry wishes to express its deep sense of the loss which this parish has sustained by the resignation of the Rev. Charles Watson, B.D., and, at the same time, desires to put on record its sincere appreciation of the devoted services of Mr. And Mrs. Watson during their ministry of the past twelve years, in grateful recognition of which it was the privilege of the parish last summer to testify to some degree the appreciation here expressed. The Vestry earnestly trusts that abundant blessings may attend them in them their new sphere of labour.

The following were elected as officers of the parish for the ensuing year:- Churchwardens, Dr. Mussen, J.P., and Mr. J. Corken; nominators, Captain Douglass,J.P., Dr. Mussen, J.P., and William Fitzgerald, J.P. ; synods men, W. Fitzgerald, J.P. ; James Lorimer, Andrew Lorimer, Robert Willis, Thomas Sloam, Wm. Gresham, Joseph English, Francis Barnes, Samuel Leslie, Joseph Colburn, and James Smyth. Proposed by Dr. Mussen, seconded by Mr. Briggs, and passed unanimously - "That the best thanks given of the Vestry be given to Mr. English for his untiring efforts as honorary secretary."

Extract from The Lisburn Herald - 22nd May 1897

PARISH OF GLENAVY

At an adjourned meeting of the Board of Nomination, held in the Diocesan Rooms, Belfast - the Right Rev. the Lord Bishop presiding - the Rev. John H. Mervyn, M.A., T.C.D., military chaplain, Belfast, and formerly senior curate of the parish church, Belfast, was unanimously nominated to the incumbency of Glenavy, diocese of Connor, in the place of the Rev. Charles Watson, B.D., lately appointed to the incumbency of Newcastle, diocese of Dromore.

Extract from The Lisburn Herald - Saturday 15th April, 1899

PARISH OF GLENAVY

The annual meeting of the registered vestrymen of this parish was held on the 3rd inst., the Rev. John Mervyn (vicar) in the chair. Also present - Rev. J. L. Sloane, Messrs. A. Mussen, M.D., J.P.; Joseph English, James Lorimer, John Corken, Francis Barnes, James Smith, Henry Ballance, Robert Willis, Trevor Willis, William Fitzgerald, Edward Johnston, Robert Steele. The meeting having opened with prayer, the treasurer presented the annual accounts of the parish, which were considered very satisfactory. The following elections took place - Churchwardens, Mr Henry Ballance (vicar's), mr Robert Willis (people's); select vestry, Messrs. A. Mussen M.D., J.P.; John Corken, William Fitzgerald, Edward Johnston, Andrew Lorimer, Samuel Leslie, Francis Barnes, Thomas Sloan, William Gresham, Joseph Colhoun, Joseph English,and James Lorimer; sidesmen, Messrs. Robert Steel, John Ingram, and Thomas A Irvine. Hearty votes of thanks were passed to Mr Joseph English, the secretary of the select vestry, and to the outgoing churchwardens (Dr. Mussen and Mr. John Corken.)

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 6th January, 1900

GLENAVY

The children attending the Sunday Schools in this Parish enjoyed very pleasant evenings on the 1st, 3rd, and 4th January, at the different centres, Crumlin, Glenavy, and Feumore. Tea and a magic lantern exhibition were provided on each occasion, Mr. Scott kindly exhibiting at Crumlin, and the Rev. J. Quinn, of Ballinderry, at Glenavy. The prizes won during the year were distributed to the children, a large number of books were being given out. The following ladies kindly handed the prizes to the children of the different schools:- Mrs. McClintock, Glendarragh, Crumlin; Mr. Boyle-Glover, Vicarage, Glenavy; and Miss Fitzgerald, Feumore. At Crumlin, in addition to the lantern exhibition, there was a short musical programme, in which the following took part:- Miss Prattleton, Rev. J.L. Sloane, Rev. T. Alexander, Mr. Wm. McClintock, and Mr. E. McClintock. At Glenavy short addresses were given by Rev. F.W. Newell and Mr Douglas. The Vicar of the parish, Rev. J.M. Boyle-Glover, took the opportunity on each occasion of thanking the teachers for their attention to the children each Sunday; he desired especially to express his deep sense of gratitude to Mr. English (superintendent of the Crumlin Sunday School) for his unflagging interest in the children. He (the vicar) fully recognised that the great success attending the Sunday School in Crumlin was due, under God, to the constant thought and care Mr English gave to it. Each evening, the weather was fine, the attendance of children and many of their friends was very good.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 27th January 1900

PARISH OF GLENAVY

The annual parochial soiree was held in the Protestant Hall, Glenavy, on the 18th inst. - the vicar (Rev. J.M. Boyle-Glover) presiding. The following clergy were also present:- Rev. W.F. Garstin, Rev. B. Banks, and Rev. J.L. Sloane (Curate of the parish). The attendance of parishioners was exceedingly good. Tea was partaken of at 6.30, after which a short address on parochial matters was given by the Vicar, who expressed his great gratification at seeing so many present at the first congressional soiree since his appointment to the parish. The first part of the evening's programme consisted of the following items:- Pianoforte solo, Mrs Boyle-Glover; song, Mr. Brigs; song, Mr. Barnes; song, Rev. B. Banks; song, Miss Lennon; cornet solo, Mr. Fowler; song, Rev. J.L. Sloane; song, Miss Lennon; reading, Rev. B. Banks; song, Miss Barnes; song, Mr. Briggs; also a very earnest and practical address from the Rev. W.F. Garstin, Rector of St. Luke's, Belfast. The second part consisted of a cinematograph exhibition when a large number of interesting films were shown by Mr. Hogan (of Messrs. Erskine Mayne, Belfast). A very enjoyable social reunion was brought to a close by the singing of the National Anthem. The following ladies presided at the different tables:- Mrs. Boyle-Glover, Mrs Mussen, Mrs. Graham, Mrs. Ballance, Mrs. Barnes, Mrs. Leslie, Miss. Sloane, Mrs. Willis, Mrs. Johnston, Miss Fitzgerald, Miss English, Miss Coburn, Miss Lorimer, and Miss Corken, assisted by a large number of stewards.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 21st April, 1900

GLENAVY

The annual meeting of the registered vestrymen of the parish was held in the schoolroom, Glenavy, on the 16th instant - the vicar, Rev. J.M. Boyle-Glover, M.A., in the chair. There was a very large attendance. Prayers having been said , a portion of Holy Scripture was read by the Rev. J.L. Sloane, B.A., curate assistant. The minutes of the last meeting were read by the honorary secretary, Mr. Joseph English, and confirmed. The Chairman having reviewed the work of the parish, laid the report for the year (which was a very satisfactory one) before the meeting, when it was adopted, and passed unanimously. The elections were then proceeded with, the result being as follows:- Churchwardens - Vicar's, Mr. Henry Ballance; people's Mr. Willis. Select Vestry - Messrs. A. Mussen, M.d., J.P.; William Fitzgerald, James Lorimer, Edward Johnston, John Corken, Joseph English, Andrew Lorimer, Samuel Leslie, Francis Barnes, Thomas Sloan, Wm. Gresham, and Joseph Coburn, Sidesmen - Messrs. T. Irvin and J. green. Parochial Nominators - Messrs. A. Mussen, M.D. J.P.; J. Lorimer, and Wm. Fitzgerald. Synods men - Messrs. A. Mussen, M.D.; J. Lorimer, William Fitzgerald, and Francis Barnes. Mr Joseph English, who has been a most efficient honorary secretary to the select vestry for a great number of years, kindly consented to act again. The meeting concluded with the Benediction.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 19th May, 1900

GLENAVY CHURCH CHOIR FUND

On behalf of the above fund the choir gave a very enjoyable entertainment on the 10th May in the Protestant Hall, Glenavy. A half-hour concert began the evenings proceedings, in which the following took part:- Miss D. Ward, Miss Barnes, Miss Lemon; Rev. T.L. Sloane; Messrs. Briggs and Fowler. The second part was a service of song entitled "Teddy's Button." The views were exhibited by Mr. T. Scott, of Crumlin, and the various songs rendered by the parish church choir. It was universally admitted that the singing was exceedingly good, showing careful preparation, excellent time being kept. A great deal of the success of the entertainment is due to Mr. Andrews, the efficient organist of the church, who trained the choir in their different parts. The readings in connection with the service of song were given by the vicar, Rev. J.M. Boyle Glover. On the motion of Mr. Jas. Lorimer, a hearty vote of thanks was given to the members of the choir, and also to Mr. Scott for his kindness. The singing of the National Anthem brought a very enjoyable evening to a close.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 30th June 1900

PARISH OF GLENAVY

A missionary conference was held in the Protestant Hall, Glenavy on Friday afternoon last in connection with the bi-centenary of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel. The chair was taken at three o'clock by the Rev. J. M. Boyle-Glover, M.A., vicar of the parish. The meeting having been opened with a hymn and prayer for missions, a short address was given by the chairman, who afterwards called upon the Rev. Canon Dudley-Janns, B.D., the Rev H.M. Joseph (Antiqua), and the Rev. A.R.Ryder, Drumbeg, to address the meeting. All the speeches were most interesting, and of a nature to stir the hearts of those listening to them to greater efforts for the furtherance of the work of their venerable society. Apologies were received from Rev. R.W.Seaver, B.D., and Rev. W.F. Garston (who were unavoidably prevented from coming to address the meeting). Amongst those present were revs. John Clarke, William Quin, B.Q.Cox and J.L.Sloane. At the close of the meeting tea was kindly provided for those present by ladies of the parish.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 25th August 1900

GLENAVY PARISH SUNDAY SCHOOL FETE

The annual fete in connection with this parish took place on Saturday last in beautiful weather. At 12.30 the children of the three Sunday Schools (Glenavy, Crumlin and Feumore) assembled in the parish church, when shortened evening prayer was said by the parochial clergy - Rev J.M. Boyle-Glover, M.A., and Rev. J.L. Sloan, B.A. - after which, headed by two excellent bands, they proceeded to the vicarage grounds, where they were joined by their parents and friends. At two o'clock lunch was provided, to which ample justice was done. The children next entered with much zest and enjoyment into the various games provided for their amusement. Numerous races were run, the winners being presented with pretty and useful prizes. At 4.30 a bountiful tea was partaken of by all present, and, as the evening was all that could be desired, a very large number of the parishioners had by this time gathered on the lawn. Towards the close of the evening the vicar gathered round him people, and, in appropriate terms, thanked Mr. And Mrs. Ellison McCartney (who are at present residing at the Vicarage, Glenavy) for their kindness in so hospitably entertaining the children and their friends, and in defraying all expenses in connection with their annual fete. Mr W.E. Macartney, M.P., in replying, expressed the great pleasure it gave both Mrs. Macartney and himself to meet so many of the people, and to contribute to the enjoyment of the children. He concluded by addressing some very kindly words of advice, which were received with the greatest appreciation. It may be mentioned that the popular member (who is always so cordially welcomed in and around Glenavy), with his charming wife, spent the entire afternoon and evening amongst the parishioners, and did everything in their power to make the fete a very great pleasure to one and all.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 27th October 1900

GLENAVY SELECT VESTRY

At a meeting of the members of the select vestry of Glenavy Parish, held in the schoolhouse on Tuesday last - the vicar (Rev. J.M. Boyle-Glover, M.A.) presiding - the following resolution was proposed by Dr. A Mussen, J.P.., and seconded by Mr John Corken, and passed unanimously :- "That the select vestry of Glenavy parish desire to offer their sincere and hearty congratulations to their former vicar, the Rev. Charles Watson, B.D. on his well-merited promotion in the church as Archdeacon of Dromore, and trust that he may be long spared to the Church for which he has so earnestly laboured."

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 17th November 1900

GLENAVY PARISH CHURCH

On Sunday last, November 11th, special sermons were preached on this church by the Venerable Charles Watson, Archdeacon of Dromore. The offertories on the occasion were devoted to a fund being raised in the parish to defray the cost of stabling recently erected in connection with the church. The offertories were very liberal (including contributions sent by those unable to be present). The amount realised was £41 10s. The Vicar said the prayers, and the lessons at evening service were read by the Rev. F. Alexander and the Rev. J.L. Sloane. The following gentlemen kindly acted as special collectors :- Colonel McClintock, Messers. W.J. Best, T. English, T. Prattleton, and J.G. Oakman.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 8th December 1900

GLENAVY PARISH - MISSIONARY MEETINGS

A meeting in connection with the Church missionary Society was held in the Protestant Hall, Glenavy on Monday December 3rd. Notwithstanding the extremely inclement nature of the weather there was a very fair attendance. The meeting was addressed by the Deputation Secretary, Rev. A.J. Pike, and the subject was "Mission Work in Uganda". The lecture was exceedingly interesting, and was illustrated by excellent lantern views. On previous evening a lecture was given in the Fourscore Schoolhouse, Glenavy, by the Rev. B.Q.Cox on "The Chota Nagpur Mission", and it also proved most enjoyable and instructive. At the close of each meeting the vicar (Rev. J. Boyle-Glover) thanked the lecturers for their kindness in coming to Glenavy, and for delivering addresses that could not fail to stir up those hearing them to greater zeal in missionary work.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 12th January 1901

PARISH OF GLENAVY

The annual congregational re-union in connection with this parish was held on Monday evening, Jan 7th, in the Protestant Hall. The tea-tables were presided over by many of the ladies of the parish, who were assisted by a band of stewards. After tea the vicar took the chair, the following clergy being also present:- Rev. J. Clarke, vicar of Killead; Rev. B. Walker, rector of Maghergall; Rev. F. Newell, vicar of Templepatrick; and Rev. J.L. Sloane, curate assistant of the parish. Rev. W. Quin, of Ballinderry, wrote regretting that a parochial engagement prevented him from being present. The Chairman, in welcoming those present, took the opportunity of returning his sincere thanks to the Rev. J.L. Sloan for the energetic way in which he had assisted him in the work of the parish throughout the year; also to the select vestry, choir, and Sunday school teachers for their help. Very suitable and interesting addresses were also given by Rev. J. Clarke and Rev. R. Walker. A most enjoyable programme was then entered upon, the following taking part:- Mrs Boyle-Glover, Mrs Bertram Carson, Miss Barnes, Miss Armstrong, Miss Louisa Ingram, Rev. J.L. Sloane, Messrs. W. Harty (the talented organist of Hillsborough Parish Church), W. Briggs, J. Magoveny, and the church choir. A warm vote of thanks having been conveyed to the performers, who were all received in a most enthusiastic manner, and deservedly so, a very pleasant evening was brought to a close by singing the National Anthem.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 13th April 1901

GLENAVY

The Easter General Vestry meeting of this parish was held on Monday, the Rev. J Boyle Glover, M.A., vicar, presiding, Rev. J.L. Sloane, B.A., curate-assistant, being also present. The meeting having been opened with prayer, the minutes of the last Easter Vestry were read by the honorary secretary, Mr. Joseph English, and passed. The Chairman placed the report of the Select Vestry for the year on the table, and referred to the satisfactory state of the accounts, taking also the opportunity of thanking the office-bearers for their help in the work of the parish. The following elections were made:- Vicar's churchwarden, Dr Mussen,J.P.; people's churchwarden, Mr. John Corken; select vestry, Messers. William Fitzgerald, R.Willis, H.Ballance, James Lorimer, E.Johnston, A.Lorimer, J.Coburn, Thomas Sloane, S. Leslie, William Gresham, P.Corken, F. Barnes and the clergy and churchwardens ex-officio, Sidesmen - Messers. J. Higginson, John Ingram, and Robert Steele. It having been intimated to the meeting by Mr Joseph English that he could no longer, through failing health, act as honorary secretary to the Select Vestry, his resignation was accepted with the greatest possible regret. Mr English has acted in this capacity for the long period of thirty years, not only attending the meetings most regularly, and keeping the minutes most accurately, but in every other way showing the deep practical interest in the welfare of the parish. The following resolution was proposed by Dr. Mussen, seconded by Mr William Fitzgerald, and passed unanimously:- "That we, the members of the General Vestry of the parish of Glenavy, desire to acknowledge the great services rendered to the parish during the last thirty years by Mr Joseph English as honorary secretary to the Vestry. We accept his resignation with the most sincere regret, and we earnestly pray that God will spare him to dwell amongst us." It was decided to appoint Mr J. H. Crane to be honorary secretary. The meeting was brought to a close by the Chairman pronouncing the benediction.

Extract from The London Gazette Monday, January 6th, 1902

Whitehall, October 5th, 1901. Addresses and resolutions expressive of sympathy with His Majesty King Edward the Seventh and the Royal Family on the occasion of the lamented death of Her late Majesty Queen Victoria, and congratulation to the King upon His Majesty's Accession to the Throne, have been received by the Secretary of State for the Home Department from the under mentioned Bodies for presentation to His Majesty, and have been presented accordingly:-

Glenavy Parish (County Antrim) Select Vestry.

Extract from The Lisburn Standard - Saturday 2nd August 1902

GLENAVY PARISH CHURCH
Dedication of a memorial pulpit

On July 27, at morning prayer, the vicar (Rev J. Boyle-Glover, M.A.) dedicated in the parish church a very chaste and beautiful pulpit, "erected by the relatives, parishioners, and other friends," to the memory of the late Mr Joseph English, of Crumlin, who was for over fifty years closely identified with the best interests of the church and parish. The special preacher on the occasion was the Rev Wm. Moore, B.D., rector of St Patrick's, Newry, and formerly curate of Glenavy. The preacher both in the parish church and also at the afternoon service in Crumlin paid a warm tribute to the late Mr. English, speaking of him, and justly so, as an earnest and sincere Christian, a consistent and loyal churchman, and a constant worker for the welfare of the parish. As already stated, the memorial pulpit is an exceedingly handsome one; it is Gothic in style and octagon in shape. The entrance is from the chancel by stairs of white marble, and the work is constructed from blocks of stone taken from the Caen stone quarries. The principal features are five diapers of panels, the centres of which have rich carvings, in English alabaster marble, forming