LifestylegalleryA look back at May 1986BookmarkShareLifestyleByFiona Lumb16:43, 26 MAY 2016Updated14:11, 29 MAY 2016The 150 youngsters at Knowl First School, Mirfield, took part in a one-mile walk through the area to raise £110 for Sport Aid. The five to nine-year-olds - some of them pictured - had already raised £50 in donations before the walk, which was supervised by parents and teachers. And they collected the rest from passers-by. The youngsters also carried placards and were presented with card and silverfoil 'medals' designed by teachers Mrs R Brook and Mrs J Forde. The youngsters have already donated sacks of dried food to Bob Geldof's Band Aid appeal for hungry people in Africa. 22nd May 1986.1 of 41A team of Elland youngsters set off for Scotland this morning to take part in an international soccer tournament. Elland Under 14s, runners-up in the Halifax Sunday League this season, are being joined in the competition at Ayr by teams from Wales, Northern Island, Eire and the Continent. Teams play four group matches, with the group winners taking part in Sunday's semi-fi nals and final. The boys are staying at Butlin's holiday camp in Ayr. 22nd May 1986.2 of 41Fund-raising youngsters from Upper Whitley First School, Grange Moor, donned fancy dress for a fun run, walk and roller skate for Sports Aid. Some 55 pupils took part in the event which took them 10 times round the school playground. 21st May 1986.3 of 41Deighton High School pupils led by Wendy Armstrong (left) and Pamela Jenkinson spread the Sports Aid message before a fund-raising rounders match. The school has already backed Band Aid by raising £1,300 and collecting a third of a ton of foodstuffs for Ethiopia. And youngsters at the school staged their own Sport Aid afternoon with sponsored five-a-side football, rounders and netball shooting. Mr Gary Wilson, who teaches multicultural studies and had co-ordinated the school's fund-raising for Africa, said the event would raise around £200. And more was expected to be raised with a four-mile sponsored fun run at the school. 22nd May 1986.4 of 41Kitchen supervisor Mrs Margaret Sykes, of Deighton, receives a fond farewell from pupils of Bradley Junior and Infants School, where she has retired after more than 16 years' service. Mrs Sykes was presented with an ornamental coal scuttle by the juniors and a porcelain figurine by the infants. Mrs Sykes has worked in school kitchens in the Huddersfield area for 29 years. 9th May 1986.5 of 41It's the tops - Mirfield Trinity Playgroup children measure up their giant caterpillar made from tin foil and milk bottle tops. Forty-five members have been collecting silver paper to make the mammoth caterpillar which will raise funds for their playgroup. The silver paper will be sent to the Blind Institute. The children were sponsored on the length of the caterpillar - which is over 25ft. 20th May 1986.6 of 41Kitchen supervisor Mrs Margaret Sykes, of Deighton, receives a fond farewell from pupils of Bradley Junior and Infants School, where she has retired after more than 16 years' service. Mrs Sykes was presented with an ornamental coal scuttle by the juniors and a porcelain figurine by the infants. Mrs Sykes has worked in school kitchens in the Huddersfield area for 29 years. 9th May 1986.7 of 41Delighted schoolgirl Tao Carey, 10, keeps a tight hold on Dandy - the one-year-old cat recovered by firemen in a one-and-a-half rescue operation. Dandy, missing for six days, was stuck in a hole 20ft up a wall near Tao's home in Meltham. Rescuers had to use emergency floodlighting facilities to help them dig an escape route for the cat. Said Tao, a pupil of Meltham CE First School: "I thought Dandy was gone for ever. Then me and my mum heard a cat stuck in the wall last night. We didn't think it was Dandy - it didn't sound like her." 6th May 1986.8 of 41ALL YOURS readers David Parry and Martin Armitage have picked up sparkling prizes in one of our competitions. They were both prizewinners in the ALL YOURS Ben Shaw's Competition and last week they received their prize while touring the Ben Shaw's factory in Huddersfield. As first prize-winners, David (eight), of Fenay Bridge, won a giant bottle of Ben Shaw's fizzy drinks every week for a year, plus a voucher for £10. Martin's prize for second place was one dozen giant bottles of Ben Shaw's fizzy drinks and a voucher for £5. Martin is 15 and lives at Linthwaite. As well as picking up their prizes, the boys were taken on a tour of the factory by sales administration manager Simon Rogers, who showed them the pop-making process from beginning to end. 8th May 1986.9 of 41Bridging those generation gaps... five generations to be precise, and all of the fairer sex. At the top end of the scale is 89-year-old Mrs Hilda Micklethwaite (left), of Jackson Bridge. She is the great-great-grandmother of nine-week-old Carrie-Anne Wilkinson, daughter of Mrs Julie Wilkinson (second right), 20, of Crosland Moor. The great-grandmother is Mrs Mary Walker (second left), 66, of Almondbury, and the grandmother is Mrs Anne Mitchinson (right), 42, of Almondbury. The most senior lady was born in Nottingham but all the later generations were born in Huddersfield, the first-born of their respective families. They gathered at Mrs Micklethwaite's home for a celebratory lunch. It was the first time the five generations had been together - and men were excluded! Grandmother Mrs Mitchinson joked: "If Julie had had a son, instead of Carrie-Anne, it would have been a real distaster!" 2nd May 1986.10 of 41There was a special presentation at the Halifax Building Society in Huddersfield on Saturday - for the prizewinners in the ALL YOURS Little Xtra Competition. Assistant manager Mr Keith Limbered handed over prizes to Helen Nunn, Claire Hebblethwaite, Robert Yarker and Daniel Hemingway. Five-year-old Helen, of Cowlersley, and Claire (nine), of Salendine Nook, both received £5 credited to a Little Xtra Club account, as well as Little Xtra Club Satchels. As runners-up, Robert, who is three and lives in Meltham, and Daniel (eight), of Lockwood, received painting aprons. Helen and Claire were also taken on a tour of the Examiner's Ramsden Street premises as part of their prize, where they are pictured in the composing room with ALL YOURS page organiser Margaret Overend. 5th May 1986.11 of 41There's always another angle to everything - especially on a seven-sided pool table. The novel table - the latest gimmick from America - has just been bought for £200 by Paddock Youth Club. Kirklees youth leader Barry Sutton, who is temporarily in charge at the club, says the heptagonal table has proved a big hit with the members - and seen working out the angles are Vandal McLean and James Midgely. Mr Sutton said: "The game is played in exactly the same way as normal pool but it is a little bit more awkward to keep the white ball from going down the pockets and giving free shots to your opponent." He issued a challenge to other youth clubs in the Huddersfield area to play a match on the table. "We're open to offers," he said. 30th April 1986.12 of 41Shelley High School drama teacher Mr Stephen Downs pictured with trophies won by a school drama group in the recent five-day Kirklees Drama festival. Two teams from Shelley (both pictured) were entered in the youth section of the festival - and the group who performed Heroes won first prize. 29th April 1986.13 of 41Eleven-year-old Dean Noakes shows off his cash-winning design for the Meltham Carnival programme Cover. Dean was among junior school children throughout the district who entered the competition, which was organised by the carnival committee. He is a pupil of Meltham CofE School. 29th April 1986.14 of 41Shazia Waseen, Matthew Kent and Heather Walker - all pupils of Crosland Moor Junior School - learn about security devices during a visit to an industry weekend at St Barnabas' Church, Crosland Moor. Several schools from the area had trips to see the exhibition which included displays by companies, a bank and building society. The church is helping to promote Industry Year and there was an industrial theme at the Sunday Service conducted by the Vicar, the Rev D I Walker. 2nd May 1986.15 of 41There's always another angle to everything - especially on a seven-sided pool table. The novel table - the latest gimmick from America - has just been bought for £200 by Paddock Youth Club. Kirklees youth leader Barry Sutton, who is temporarily in charge at the club, says the heptagonal table has proved a big hit with the members - and seen working out the angles are Vandal McLean and James Midgely. Mr Sutton said: "The game is played in exactly the same way as normal pool but it is a little bit more awkward to keep the white ball from going down the pockets and giving free shots to your opponent." He issued a challenge to other youth clubs in the Huddersfield area to play a match on the table. "We're open to offers," he said. 30th April 1986.16 of 41Saturday's FA Cup final may be an all Merseyside occasion - but there's still a Huddersfield connection too. Scissett schoolboy Nathan Tate (above) will appear at Wembley in the FA/Coca-Cola Superskills Final which will be a curtain-raiser to the Everton-Liverpool clash. The 12-year-old is a member of the Huddersfield Centre of Football Excellence, and coach Ernest Womersley said: "Nathan is a mature lad who will enjoy the day and take it all in his stride. He has spent a lot of time practising his skills and we'll all be rooting for him on the day." 19th April 1986.17 of 41Saturday's FA Cup final may be an all Merseyside occasion - but there's still a Huddersfield connection too. Scissett schoolboy Nathan Tate (above) will appear at Wembley in the FA/Coca-Cola Superskills Final which will be a curtain-raiser to the Everton-Liverpool clash. The 12-year-old is a member of the Huddersfield Centre of Football Excellence, and coach Ernest Womersley said: "Nathan is a mature lad who will enjoy the day and take it all in his stride. He has spent a lot of time practising his skills and we'll all be rooting for him on the day." 19th April 1986.18 of 41WPC Joanne Burton and Inspector Ray Brown pictured with finalists in the annual Harold Haigh Road Safety quiz organised by Huddersfield Police. The teams from Stile Common Junior School and St Patrick RC School are pictured with Jack Richardson, chairman of Huddersfield Road Safety Committee, and PC Peter Dyson. 7th May 1986.19 of 41WPC Joanne Burton and Inspector Ray Brown pictured with finalists in the annual Harold Haigh Road Safety quiz organised by Huddersfield Police. The teams from Stile Common Junior School and St Patrick RC School are pictured with Jack Richardson, chairman of Huddersfield Road Safety Committee, and PC Peter Dyson. 7th May 1986.20 of 41ItÕs the start of the show... Cubs James Perkins (left) and Christopher Haigh introduce the Holme Valley Gang Show at Holmbridge Parish Hall. Some 80 Cubs, aged between eight and 10, too part in the joint venture between Holme Valley District Scouts and Holmbridge Parish Church. Proceeds amounting to more than 200 pounds were split between church and Scouts. 15th May 1986.21 of 41Thanks, children... Christopher Laycock (left) and Andrew Lindley, both 11, pictured with classmates, show a letter of appreciation from British Wildlife Appeal chairman David Attenborough. The letter was received by third and fourth-formers at Honley Junior School after pupils raised £200 for the Wildlife In Danger Appeal, with events which included a treasure hunt. 6th May 1986.22 of 41These youngsters from Newsome High SchoolÕs disabled unit proved real winners at a recent sports competition. They came away with medals from a variety of events at the Yorkshire and Humberside games for disabled youngsters, held in Cleckheaton. Pictured with their medals are (from left ) back: Sarfaz Malik, Aisha Chowdrey, Kirsty Griffiths, Michael Hirst, Carl Moore, Jonathan Adam; front: Sharifa Patel, Joanne Hesling, Marshia Duke, Richard Croft and Stuart Martin. 14th May 1986.23 of 41ItÕs the start of the show... Cubs James Perkins (left) and Christopher Haigh introduce the Holme Valley Gang Show at Holmbridge Parish Hall. Some 80 Cubs, aged between eight and 10, too part in the joint venture between Holme Valley District Scouts and Holmbridge Parish Church. Proceeds amounting to more than 200 pounds were split between church and Scouts. 15th May 1986.24 of 41A load of rubbish... Mirfield High School sixth formers Debbie Bedford and Paul Wilkinson set an example to fellow students. As part of an anti-litter campaign at the school pupils are entering a novel lucky draw every week. Pupils write their names on snack wrappers from a newly-installed vending machine and place them in a bin nearby. At the end of the week a wrapper is drawn from the bin and the winner is treated to a free snack from the machine. ÒThe machine was installed about three weeks ago and has already proved very popularÓ said pupils press officer Sally Hartley. ÒWe have always had a litter problem, but if people keep coming up with ideas like this we should be able to tackle the trouble.Ó 30th April 1986.25 of 41Hard at work on a new nature reserve are these Reinwood Junior School, Oakes, pupils (from left) Mark Rayner, Paul Coupland, Sukdip Kaur and Lyndsey Anchor. Deputy head Mr Stephen Broadbery and his class of woodland next to the school last November and it now includes a butterfly garden and pond. He said he had responded to an advertisement wanting people to release butterflies into the wild, and red admirals, small tortoiseshells and painted ladies were to be sent to him from Guernsey in their chrysalis stage. Frogspawn will also be put in the pond. The wood has been cleared of dumped rubbish and planted with trees - including firs and sycamores - and shrubs. Already a grey squirrel and a woodpecker have been spotted there. 15th May 1986.26 of 41Hard at work on a new nature reserve are these Reinwood Junior School, Oakes, pupils (from left) Mark Rayner, Paul Coupland, Sukdip Kaur and Lyndsey Anchor. Deputy head Mr Stephen Broadbery and his class of woodland next to the school last November and it now includes a butterfly garden and pond. He said he had responded to an advertisement wanting people to release butterflies into the wild, and red admirals, small tortoiseshells and painted ladies were to be sent to him from Guernsey in their chrysalis stage. Frogspawn will also be put in the pond. The wood has been cleared of dumped rubbish and planted with trees - including firs and sycamores - and shrubs. Already a grey squirrel and a woodpecker have been spotted there. 15th May 1986.27 of 41These youngsters from Newsome High SchoolÕs disabled unit proved real winners at a recent sports competition. They came away with medals from a variety of events at the Yorkshire and Humberside games for disabled youngsters, held in Cleckheaton. Pictured with their medals are (from left ) back: Sarfaz Malik, Aisha Chowdrey, Kirsty Griffiths, Michael Hirst, Carl Moore, Jonathan Adam; front: Sharifa Patel, Joanne Hesling, Marshia Duke, Richard Croft and Stuart Martin. 14th May 1986.28 of 41The long arms of the law... two-year-old Jonathan Plant polices proceedings at the Quarry Hill mother and toddler group open day. Attractions included a tombola, a cake stall and a raffle. The open day was to raise funds to buy new group equipment for its meeting place, at the Scout hut, Fleminghouse Lane, Waterloo. 14th May 1986.29 of 41The long arms of the law... two-year-old Jonathan Plant polices proceedings at the Quarry Hill mother and toddler group open day. Attractions included a tombola, a cake stall and a raffle. The open day was to raise funds to buy new group equipment for its meeting place, at the Scout hut, Fleminghouse Lane, Waterloo. 14th May 1986.30 of 41Fundraising Marathon runner Mr Peter Meadows tries his hand at roll-a-penny at a spring fair held by Huddersfield based Sight Saving Association at Paddock Village Hall. With him are (from left): Mr John Adams, of the association, Jenny Partington, Victoria Holt, Kate Partington and Katherine Blaker. Mr Meadows, of Moldgreen, who opened the event on Saturday helped raise money for a £30,000 appeal for eye laser equipment at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary when he completed the recent London Marathon in 4hr 14min. The Spring fair raised £350. 10th May 1986.31 of 41Ready for the off are some of the dozens of Cubs, Brownies, Scouts and Guides who tackled a 10-mile sponsored walk between Meltham and Holme. Parents joined in the fund-raising walk to raise money for the upkeep of the Meltham group headquarters and for activities. Scout leader Mr Bob Edinburgh is pictured starting the walk on a route from the headquarters in Huddersfield Road, Meltham, to Holme School and back. 11th May 1986.32 of 41Swinging Samson is the title of a modern Biblical musical to be presented by Honley C of E Junior School as part of the celebrations for the centenary of the parish of Honley. Some of the 56 choir members are pictured with four of the 10 narrators (from front left) Robert Barraclough, Philip Main, Nicola Whitworth and Amanda Leach. The musical will be staged tomorrow night at Honley Parish Church. 12th May 1986.33 of 41Dalton Junior school now has a computer for each of its four year groups, thanks to fundraising efforts by parents. Some £2,500 has been raised in the last 18 months by the schoolÕs Parent-Teacher Association, whose chairperson, Mrs Joan Dickinson, is pictured with some of the children. One computer was provided by Kirklees Council. 8th May 1986.34 of 41Greenhead Gym Club Winners. 8th May 1986.35 of 41Life was full of ups and downs for these youngsters at St ThomasÕs Church mother and toddlers group, Bradley. Forty youngsters took part in a sponsored slide in aid of the Martin House childrenÕs hospice appeal. Parents held a coffee afternoon and more than 100 people attended. 7th May 1986.36 of 41Life was full of ups and downs for these youngsters at St ThomasÕs Church mother and toddlers group, Bradley. Forty youngsters took part in a sponsored slide in aid of the Martin House childrenÕs hospice appeal. Parents held a coffee afternoon and more than 100 people attended. 7th May 1986.37 of 41These 28 pupils of Dalton Junior School were all smiles after receiving their cycling proficiency certificates and badges. The children were tested after a four-day course and the presentations were made by Kirklees road safety officers. 9th May 1986.38 of 41Children helping raise money for new toys at their playgroup. Some of the 50 children from Salendine Nook Baptist Playgroup who took part in a sponsored brick build. The two-day event in the church hall raised 200 pounds. 29th April 1986.39 of 41Helping raise money for new toys at their playgroup are three-year-old Simon Gerrard and four-year-old Natalie CHadwick. The children were among about 50 children from Salendine Nook Baptist Playgroup who took part in a sponsored brick build. The two-day event in the church hall raised 200 pounds. 29th April 1986.40 of 41Helping raise money for new toys at their playgroup are three-year-old Simon Gerrard and four-year-old Natalie CHadwick. The children were among about 50 children from Salendine Nook Baptist Playgroup who took part in a sponsored brick build. The two-day event in the church hall raised 200 pounds. 29th April 1986.41 of 41