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WESLEY HLL OUTING
Thursday 14 July 1910
The children of the Wesley Hall Sunday School went to Blenheim for their annual outing on Thursday. There was a record attendance, the children numbering about 500, and being accompanied by some 300 adults. The party first assembled at the hall and then marched to the station, leaving by the 1.30 p.m. train. The weather was delightfully fine, and a most enjoyable time was spent in the park. Before leaving Blenheim cheers were given for the Duke of Marlborough. Home was reached at about 8.30 p.m., and the children marched to the hall, headed by the Headington Brass Band, and the 2nd Company of the Wesley Hall Boys' Brigade, under Captain Hatley
Oxford Journal - Wednesday 20 July 1910
Hospital Sunday
Sunday 17 July 1910
Headington and many other local bands take part in the annual procession to the Cathedral.
Oxford Journal - Wednesday 20 July 1910 and Oxfordshire Weekly News - Wednesday 27 July 1910
COWLEY FLOWER SHOW
Thursday 11 August 1910
The third annual show of the Cowley Horticultural, Cottage Garden, and Industrial Society, favoured with glorious summer weather, with heavy, entries, and much local interest, passed off succeesfully on Thursday at the Military College. ...On the social side there was a bowling match between ladies and gentlemen, the former competing for a pig and the latter for a tea-service, and in the evening there was dancing. During the afternoon the Headington Temperance Brass Band played selections.
Oxford Journal - Wednesday 17 August 1910
CHILDREN'S FETE IN SOUTH PARK
Thursday 18 August 1910
CHILDREN’S FETE IN SOUTH PARK HEADINGTON HILL. On Thursday afternoon by kind permission of Mr Herbert Morrell, the Oxford Co-operative and Industrial Society, under the auspices of the Education Committee, held a children's fete in South Park, Headington Hill. This is always a welcome occasion for the children, and this year was no exception. Thanks largely to the weather, over 5,500 people entered the grounds, where tea was supplied. A good idea of the appetites of the youngsters can be gauged by the quantity of provisions used. One ton of cake, 200 rolls of scones, 200 quarterns of bread, 250lbs. of butter. 30 lbs. of tea, 21/2 cwt of suger, and about 50 gallons of milk.... The Headington Temperance Band was in attendance from 3.45 to 5.30. It was rather to be regretted that they were not engaged for whole time, as nothing attracts so much as a band amongst the youngsters... After the sports had been concluded dancing took place, the Headington Brass Band playing suitable selections, Mr. C. Bertram discharging the duties of M.C.
OXFORD TIMES - 20 August 1910
LIBERAL FETE LITTLEMORE
Thursday 1 September 1910
A Liberal fete was held in the Oxford Corporation Fields. Littlemore, on Thursday. Thanks largely to the weather, and the prospect hearing Mr. O. C. N. Nicholson, the prospective candidate for South Oxon, it was well patronised. Sports were held during the afternoon, and the Headington brass band played selections, and also for dancing in the evening. It was evident that St. Giles’ Fair was near at hand, by the number side shows, etc. ...
Oxford Times - Saturday 03 September 1910
CORONATION FESTIVITIES AT WOODSTOCK
June 1911
The Headington Band lead the procession at the celebration to mark the Coronation of George V.
MARSTON: ODDFELLOWS' ANNIVERSARY
Monday 5 June 1911
During the afternoon, selections were played by the Headington Temperance Band; and songs were sung by Bros. A. Blay. J. Saunders, G. Gunn, and J. W. Roberts, the Vicar acting as accompanist. RE
Oxford Journal - Wednesday 7 June 1911
Former Band Member Killed in Railway Accident
Friday 1 December 1911
George Douglas was a former member who had been working on railways carriages when he was crushed between them and killed. He is mentioned in several articles from the early 1900s including as having lead the band at fetes etc in 1904.
A wreath was sent by the committee and members of the Headington Temperance Brass Band.
Oxford Journal - Wednesday 6 December 1911
Band advertises for new members
Saturday 17 February 1912
HEADINGTON TEMPERANCE BRASS BAND
WANTED: Euphonium, Baritone, Trombone and Tenor Horn Players for solo work. Apply band-room, East Street, New Headington, Tuesday evenings.
OXFORD TIMES 17 FEBRUARY 1912
Headington Subscription Brass Band
Tuesday 4 June 1912
The band is renamed the Headington Subscription Brass Band. The postcard from 1912 shows the Headington Subscription Band, with band patron Alfred Hamersley in the background.
SUMMERTOWN & WOLVERCOTE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.
Thursday 22 August 1912
HEADINGTON BRASS BAND. DANCING. No Extra Charge.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 9 August 1912 and Friday 16 August 1912
CHIEF TEMPLAR IN OXFORD
May 1913
LOCAL CONNECTIONS
Alderman Joseph Malins, J.P., Grand Chief Templar, of the International Order of Good Templars, who is in his 70th year, is retiring from the post he has held for 44 years, and is taking a 3,305-miles farewell motor tour throughout England. He called at Oxford on Tuesday night, and after being met by the Headington Subscription Brass Band:, addressed a meeting at the Martyrs Memorial...
Oxfordshire Weekly News - Wednesday 14 May 1913
WEST LONDON NOTES
December 1913
Headington Subscription are still keeping things lively in their district, Mr Clifton is still on the war path for the band funds. He knows the soft-spot with all the big guns in the place, and the money comes rolling in. I should not be surprised to find them contesting next season.
BRASS BAND NEWS, DECEMBER 1913
FANCY DRESS FOOTBALL
Saturday 2 May 1914
Charity Match at Oxford
On Saturday the Hospitals Committee of the Oxford Benefit, Friendly, and Trades Societies organised a Fancy Dress Football Match as a means of raising funds for local charities. The players, in full costume, assembled in St. Giles's and, headed by the Headington Subscription Brass Band, marched in procession to the White House ground, while a number of collectors, also in variegated attire, sought—and obtained, for they were "rattling" workers with the boxes—contributions from the general public en route.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 8 May 1914
PRESENTATION OF SILVER INSTRUMENTS
Thursday 14 May 1914
HEADINGTON SUBSCRIPTION BAND – PRESENTATION OF SILVER INSTRUMENTS
A successful concert and dance took place yesterday evening at the Field Schools, Headington, when Mr. A. St. G. Hamersley, K.C., M.P., presented the Headington subscription band with a set of silver-plated instruments. The services of several artistes well known in Oxford had been obtained, and the evening proved very successful. Mr. Hamersley presided, and on the platform were also Mrs. Hamersely, Colonel J. Hoole, Capt. R.R. Henderson, and Councillors H. and E.B. Lewis.
Mr. Hamersley, in making the presentation, said that it seemed to him only a short time ago that they started to provide this new set of first-class instruments. He and many other people thought that they had taken in hand a big task, but they had really been a very short time in obtaining enough money for the purpose of equipping the band. They all knew the help that a good band was to any neighbourhood. Some places in the past would not be known at all if they were not the possessors of a good band, but that of course did not apply to Headington. The inhabitants had responded very loyally, and he was sure they would find pleasure and credit in having created so good a band. He regretted very much that he had been away when they were trying to provide a recreation group at Headington. He hoped they would take up the project again and carry it through, for a good sports ground, like a good band, was a most valuable asset. Too much could not be said in praise of the work of their secretary, Mr. C. E. Clifton, and he was sure that but for his energy and determination to carry this matter through they would not be enjoying this delightful concert.
They had begun remarkably well, but they had still a debt on the instruments to discharge. He appealed to all the residents of Headington to give a practical support by subscribing towards the fund. He had very great pleasure in making this presentation, and he wished especially to congratulate the secretary and the bandmaster. He wished them all success-they had good instruments and still better men behind them. He saw no reason why they should not in time be competing at the Crystal Palace with the best amateur bands in the country. (Applause.)
THE HISTORY OF THE BAND
Mr. C. E. Clifton, in thanking Mr. Hamersley, said it gave him the greatest pleasure to think that his work had met with such gratifying success. Three years ago the band was entirely reorganised and placed on a sound business basis, and since then steady progress had been made. They soon found that a new set of instruments were necessary, and the secretary had been fortunate to obtain from Messrs. J. Highams and Co., of Manchester, the loan of nine instruments free of charge. During the latter part of last year the present scheme was decided upon, and the president and vice-president were approached for assistance. There was a very hearty response and promises of instruments were made by Mr. Hamersley, Dr. Massie, Col. Miller, Capt. Henderson, Mrs. L. May, and Miss. Davenport Hill. They had played at the city football matches, at which collections had been, and they had started a sixpenny fund at Headington. The instruments would cost £300, of which £100 had already been paid, and the makers were allowing them a year in which to settle the balance. The band was composed entirely of working men, and they were always willing to assist charitable enterprise or local institutions by their services.
PRESENTATION TO THE BANDMASTER
He had one more thing to say. All the members of the band felt very grateful for all that their conductor, Mr. M. W. Bowen, had done for them. He had very much pleasure in asking Mrs. Hamersley to present Mr. Bowen with a silver-mounted ebony baton on behalf of the members of the band.
THE CONCERT
The concert proved most successful, and the large audience have a very hearty reception to the clever performers who had been secured. Mrs. Buttifant, Miss Horwood, and Messrs. L. Saxton and J. Lomas gave two delightful quartettes, and each of these singers gave solos, which were also very much appreciated, and also duets and trios. Mr. W. D. Duke gave some very clever humorous songs, which earned enthusiastic applause. Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Riley were as usual very delightful in two humorous sketches. Selections were played by the band, and Mr. C. E. Hawley gave a cornet solo. Mention must also be made of Mr. R. Newman, who proved an admirable accompanist. The proceeds were in aid of the new instrument fund.
Oxford Chronicle, 15 May 1914
Headington Silver Band
May 1914
The band is renamed the Headington Silver Band
The Headington Band have recently been presented with a complete set of silver-plated and engraved Class A instruments, together with drums and cases. The large drum bears the inscription: "Headington Silver Band. Presented by A. St. G. Hammersley sic, Esq., K.C., M.P." and each instrument presented to them bears the names of the donors...OXFORD JOURNAL ILLUSTRATED, 20 May 1914"The Band changed it's name to 'Headington Silver Band', in 1914 when a set of silver plated instruments were purchased from 'Highams of Manchester' and these were in use until 1929 when a new set were obtained from 'Boosey & Hawkes'."JA
Miniature Rifle Shooting
Monday 1 June 1914
The annual prize meeting in connection with the Lawson League took place at the Rifle Range on Whit- Monday, and attracted many competitors from Abingdon, Wallingford and the villages in North Berkshire and South Oxfordshire. ... The proceedings terminated with an alfresco dance to music supplied the Headington Brass Band.
Reading Mercury - Saturday 6 June 1914
WHITSUNTIDE AT WALLINGFORD
Monday 1 June 1914
MILITARY SPORTS AT BOW BRIDGE
...The Headington Silver Band will be in attendance on Monday afternoon, and will play selections of music from 3 to 5 p.m., when the admission will be free ; but in the evening at the dance, when the grounds will be illuminated, a charge of sixpence will be made. ...
Berks and Oxon Advertiser - Friday 29 May 1914
WEST LONDON NOTES
July 1914
Headington Silver Band, held a grand presentation concert and dance in the Field Schools, Headington, when their President, Mr. A. St. George Hamersley, M.P., presented: the band, on behalf of the subscribers and friends, with a silver-plated set of Higham's instruments. Mr. Hamersley, M.P., in a very neat speech complimented the band on their playing, and expressed the pleasure it gave him in being asked on behalf of the Right Worshipful Mayor to present such a beautiful set of instruments to the band, and he hoped that in the near future they would work hard and try to bring a few prizes to Headington. The Secretary, Mr. C. E. Clifton, in a few well chosen words in reply, said he should not rest contented until the band were able to add the magic word "Prize" to their name, Mrs. Hamersley then presented the bandmaster, Mr. Bower sic, with a silver-mounted baton for his past services to the band, and hoped that he would lead them to further successes in the future.
On Whit Monday the Headington Silver Band paid a visit to Wallingford and played selections of music in the market place, also at the open prize meeting and distribution of league prizes in connection with the Wallingford Miniature Rifle Club, and at the dance in the evening, when the grounds were illuminated. This is the first time that the bad had been seen in the neighbourhood, and they gave every satisfaction, the result being that they have been engaged by the Borough of Wallingford for the opening of a new park in August. The band was also engaged for the Oxford University Press Athletic Sports on June 13th, and are well booked up for the coming season.
BRASS BAND NEWS, JULY 1914
HEADINGTON BOARD OF GUARDIANS
Thursday 9 July 1914
The fortnightly meeting of the Headington Board of Guardians took place at the Workhouse yesterday morning.. The thanks of the Board were tendered to the ladies for their invitation. The Board also thanked the Rev. A. E. Nelms, chaplain of the Workhouse, and the Headington Brass Band for entertaining the inmates...
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 10 July 1914
FRIENDLY SOCIETIES' HOSPITAL SUNDAY.
Sunday 19 July 1914
Headington Silver Band are one of many local bands to take part.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 24 July 1914
Sacred Concerts
Monday 20 July 1914
HEADINGTON PARISH COUNCIL.
A meeting of the Headington Parish Council was held in the Field Schools on Monday evening. .... A letter was received from Mr. C. E. Clifton. hon. secretary of the Headington Brass Band, asking permission to give concerts in the Recreation Ground on behalf of the Instrument Fund. They also wished to hold sacred concerts, if such could be arranged without interfering with the churches or chapels. Dr. Massie proposed, and Mr. Edney seconded, that the first part of the request should be granted, and the motion was carried. With regard to the sacred concerts, the Chairman suggested that they might have it to the parties concerned to make their own arrangements. Dr. Massie it was hardly wise for the Council to leave the matter. If they did they would be blamed for allowing the band to do as it pleased. It was eventually agreed that the bard should be allowed to hold sacred concerts on Friday from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 24 July 1914
STREATLEY HORTICULTURAL SHOW
Wednesday 22 July 1914
This annual event took place on Wednesday, under the patronage of Mrs. G. Herbert Morrell, President,... The show was held in the meadow opposite Streatley House, by permission of Mrs. Morrell... The proceedings were enlivened by the Headington (Oxford) Silver Band, which gave a choice selection of music in the afternoon, and also played for the dancing in the evening.
Reading Mercury, Saturday 25 July 1914
OXFORD CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY ANNUAL CHILDREN'S FETE.
Thursday 23 July 1914
The annual fete given by the Oxford Co-operative and Industrial Society to the children of the members took place yesterday afternoon in the South Park, Headington Hill, by the kind permission of Mrs. G. Herbert Morrell. Nearly 5,000 children were present, and spent a happy afternoon in the beautiful meadows. The number was so large that no attempt to organise games was attempted, but the children were left to amuse themselves in their own way-which they preferred to any grown-up assistance. There aere, however, several excellent entertainments provided. Mr. Reynolds' concert party proved a great attraction, and the Headington Silver Band played a number of selections which were also much appreciated. A capital programme of sports were carried out during the afternoon...
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 24 July 1914
WEST LONDON NOTES
August 1914
Headington Silver are quite taking on with their splendid Higham set, and their playing has quite improved just lately with the advent of such splendid instruments. They are booking up repeat orders everywhere. They played a very nice band at the hospital parade, and their smart appearance won them many friends.
BRASS BAND NEWS, AUGUST 1914
HEADINGTON HORTICULTURAL SHOW
Monday 3 August 1914
THIRTY-FOURTH ANNUAL SHOW.
The chief attraction in the Headington district on Bank Holiday was the thirty-fourth annual show of plants, fruit, vegetables. etc, in connection with the Headington Horticultural Society, which was held in the Manor House grounds by kind permission sion of Colonel Hoole. ... The Headington Silver Band played selections during the day.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 7 August 1914
Bull Croft Wallingford
Wednesday 12 August 1914
THE HEADINGTON SILVER BAND Will play from 3 to 7 and 8 to 10 p.m.
Berks and Oxon Advertiser - Friday 31 July 1914
BAND SELECTIONS IN ST. GILES
Saturday 15 August 1914
The Headington Silver Band will play selections of music in St. Giles from 7 TO 8.30 on Saturday evening. A collection will he made and the proceeds devoted to the National Fund.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 14 August 1914
CITY OF OXFORD WAR RELIEF FUND
Friday 21 August 1914
LIST OF SUBSCRIPTIONS to the RELIEF FUND opened by the Mayor of Oxford in connection with the National Relief Fund, and for the relief of local distress ... Headington Silver Band: 1st instalment: £5-0-0
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 21 August 1914
Band Performance in St. Giles's
Saturday 22 August 1914
As the result of the performances given weekly in St. Giles's by the Headington Silver Band, the contribution made to the Mayor's Fund promises to be a substantial one. Whilst the selections were being played on Saturday evening a further £5 was collected. and has been forwarded to the Treasurer. The programme was listened to by several hundreds of people, who showed a warm appreciation of the excellence of the playing by the members of the band. The action of the band in thus freely giving their services is the more praiseworthy as a considerable loss has to be faced owing to the cancellation of numerous fixtures in Oxford and district.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 28 August 1914
CITY OF OXFORD WAR RELIEF FUND
Friday 28 August 1914
Headington Silver Band: 2nd Instalment: £5-0-0
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 28 August 1914
NATIONAL RESERVES' ROUTE MARCH.
Wednesday 2 September 1914
[TO THE EDITOR OF THE "OXFORD CHRONICLE.") SIR, —May we beg the hospitality of your columns for a few words of thanks from us to the Headington Silver Band for their playing for us on our route march last evening. We appreciated it very much indeed, and it was a great pleasure to step behind such a good band. Our thanks are also due to those merry buglers who played so well for us.— Yours faithfully, Sept. 3rd, 1914. NATIONAL RESERVE.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette, 4 September 1914
Band play at WW1 Recruiting Meeting
Friday 18 September 1914
A well-attended recruiting meeting at the Field Schools on Friday evening was addressed by Councillor S. Underhill and Mr. C.M. Laing. The speeches were given during the interval of a programme of patriotic songs and music. The Headington Silver Band played suitable selections, and songs were contributed by Miss Jenkins and Mr. C. Childs. Dr. Allen acted as accompanist.
OXFORD JOURNAL ILLUSTRATED, 25 September 1914
CITY OF OXFORD WAR RELIEF FUND
Friday 25 September 1914
Headington Silver Band: 3rd instalment: £8-0-0
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 25 September 1914
Royal Army Temperance Association
Thursday 1 October 1914
A meeting will held in the Town Hall on Thursday evening next in support of the Royal Army Temperance Association. ... The Headington Silver Band will play selections of patriotic airs before and during the meeting.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 25 September 1914
CITY OF OXFORD WAR RELIEF FUND
Friday 16 October 1914
Headington Silver Band: 4th instalment: £8-0-0
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 16 October 1914
BELGIAN DAY IN OXFORD
Sunday 8 November 1914
Thanks extended to the Headington Silver Band.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 20 November 1914
CITY OF OXFORD WAR RELIEF FUND
Friday 13 November 1914
Headington Silver Band: 5th Subscription: £10-0-0
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 13 November 1914
RIP Alfred Taylor
January 1915
Death of Alfred Taylor aged 93, an early member and possibly, with his brothers, founder of the Headington Brass band.
Through his grandson Percival the family remained involved with the band until at least 1952.
Photo courtesy of Constance Coppock
Military Parade
Monday 11 January 1915
After what we have gone through of late with the rain, the weather for the military parade on Monday afternoon seemed so much better than it might have been that we were grateful. It was fine and the sun shone as the troops mustered in St. Giles's, and with flags out and crowds in the street and crowds at the open windows, the scene was very thrilling. ... There were several bands, and with great cheerfulness they played national airs, the Headington Silver Band giving a selection which included "Rule Britannia" and "God Save the King." As they marched some of the companies: broke out in song. one lot invited all the sundry to "Fall in and follow me:" another pathetically reminded the crowd of the other side of the picture with "I am going away so I must leave you."
Oxfordshire Weekly News - Wednesday 20 January 1915
Wartime Performance
June 1915
COMMEMORATION FLOWER SHOW
The Commemoration show of the Royal Oxfordshire Horticultural Society was held on Tuesday in Trinity gardens. Oxford. The weather was beautifully fine, and the attendance was fairly large, including free admission of wounded soldiers able to come from the military hospitals. Headington Silver Hand (conductor Mr. M. W. Bowen) performed selections during the afternoon and evening.
March: Majestic (Steane)
Overture: Daughter of the Regiment (Donizetti)
Intermezzo: Bridal Roses (Ord Hume)
Selection: Song Echoes (Rimmer)
Valse: Queen of the Rink (Pecorini)
Contrasts: (a) Andante in G (Baptiste), (b) Silver Bell (Wentworth)
Fantasia: Sunny Memories (Rimmer)
Two-step: Robert E. Lee (Pether)
Valse: Contemplation (Ord Hume)
Cornet and Trombone Solos: Maisie Mine, Angels' Song (Rimmer)
Selection: Balmoral (Rayner)
March: British Heroes (White)
Patriotic March: Carry On (Ord Hume)
Entr'acte: Menia Bella (Senogles)
Cornet Solo: L'Hirondelle (Soloist: C.E.Hawley) (Cole)
Valse: Quaker Girl (Monckton)
Selection: Classic Gems (Rimmer)
Intermezzo: Dancing by the Moon (Johnson)
Fantasia: A Military Church Parade (Ord Hume)
OXFORDSHIRE WEEKLY NEWS, 30 June 1915
HEADINGTON SILVER BAND
Monday 24 April 1916
The Headington Silver Band will parade the streets of New Headington on Easter Monday (weather permitting), starting from the practise room at 9.30. Collections will be taken en route for the new instruments fund.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 21 April 1916
Wingfield Military Hospital
April 1917
HEADINGTON SILVER BAND
The Headington Silver Band visited the Wingfield Military Hospital at Headington on Sunday, and played a programme of music to the wounded soldiers. The programme was as follows:
March: Sabbath Echoes
March: Duty's Call
Valse: Echoes of Killarney
Selection: Carisbrooke
March: Star of Brunswick
March: Carry On
Introducing English, French, Belgian and Russian National Anthems
Selection: Sunny Memories
Valse: Sweet Marjorie
Cornet solo: When You Come Home (soloist, Rev. George Cox, R.A.M.C.)
March: Patriotic
OXFORD JOURNAL ILLUSTRATED, 25 April 1917
BERKS, BUCKS, AND OXON NOTES
July 1917
Headington Silver are hard at work at Hospitals etc., and assisting other bands. One or two from this band have recently joined up.
BRASS BAND NEWS, JULY 1917
Ted Brooks V.C.
July 1917
The Headington Silver Band lead a procession to welcome Seargeant-Major Ted Brooks, recipient of the Victoria Cross ',
OXFORD AND DISTRICT NEWS
January 1918
Headington Silver have been hard at work as usual, though they have lost a few more men. They, again have young lads learning. All these lads will do well to read and study the 'Easy Way' in the B.B.N. It is of great interest to old hands and is quite invaluable to beginners.
BRASS BAND NEWS, JANUARY 1918
James Alder joins the band
1918
PARADE FOR DISCHARGED AND DEMOBILISED SAILORS AND SOLDIERS
March 1918
The march from The Plain, St Clement's accompanied by the Headington Silver Band was intended to support the war effort. At the time the band met in a Hall at The Cape of Good Hope pub nearby on The Plain.
Walter Miller becomes bandmaster
1919
With the ending of the war in November 1918 a few members came back and Walter Miller (a regular soldier in the Oxford & Bucks Band) came out of the army early in 1919 and settled in Headington. I believe he was a local man, and became solo cornet player. He then restarted the learners class with about 20 of us. He was soon after elected as Bandmaster.
James Alder
Band hall plans drawn up
March 1919
Plans for an ambitious 'Assembly Hall' for the Headington Silver Band are drawn up but it is never built. Although a deposit was paid on a parcel of land, the necessary funds were never raised and public subscription efforts were instead directed toward creating a war memorial/recreation ground in Headington.
DANCE
Thursday 5 June 1919
Dance, 7-10 p.m., Miss Davenport's garden, Headington Hill; 9d. Silver Band.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 30 May 1919
OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS SPORTS.
Monday 9 June 1919
RECORD ATTENDANCE.
For their 28th annual athletic sports meeting, which was held on the Iffley Road Running Ground on Whit-Monday, the University Press Athletic Club were favoured with delightful weather, and what was described as a record attendance of some 1,300 spectators witnessed the racing. .. The programme was kept well up to time all through, and at frequent intervals the Headington Silver Band played selections of music.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 13 June 1919
SOLDIERS' WELCOME HOME
Tuesday 15 July 1919
HEADINGTON QUARRY. SOLDIERS' WELCOME HOME. The schoolroom at Headington Quarry was the scene of a hearty welcome to the returned parishioners from the War on Tuesday evening. From the earliest days 'Quarry" has been represented in almost' all enterprises of the war, on land and sea, and there are still several away, but nearly 200 men were entertained on Tuesday evening. ... The Headington, Silver Band rendered accompaniments and pieces. ...
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 18 July 1919
HEADINGTON WORKHOUSE
Tuesday 22 July 1919
Peace celebrations were held at Headington Workhouse on Tuesday. They took the form of a special dinner and tea to the inmates, the provision of a band (the Headington Silver Band), and a concert.. ...
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 25 July 1919
Headington Peace Celebrations.
Monday 4 August 1919
Bank Holiday was a "Children's Day" —in celebration of Peace—at Headington; Miss Payne-Smith convened an energetic' committee which succesfully completed all arrangements in a week... The children marched from the schools to the paddock of the Manor House, kindly lent Mr. Morris, and after the sports tea was, provided. The Headington Silver Band and a drum and fife band were in attendance. ...
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 8 August 1919
OXFORD ALLOTMENTS
Saturday 16 August 1919
EAST WARD ASSOCIATION VICTORY SHOW
The East Ward Allotment Association held a victory show on Saturday on the University Football Ground (by permission) Iffley Road. ... Dancing took place in the evening. The Headington Silver Band was in attendance.
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 22 August 1919
ODDFELLOWS' CHURCH PARADE
Sunday 28 September 1919
HEADINGTON. ODDFELLOWS' CHURCH PARADE. - The Havelock Lodge of Oddfellows held their annual church parade on Sunday. Acoompanied by the Headington Silver Band and the Headington Drum and Fife Band, two processions were formed and paraded most of the district during the afternoon and evening. ...
Oxford Chronicle and Reading Gazette - Friday 3 October 1919