1941: Following a Ministry of Home Security circular on the carrying of gas masks, a Mrs Mellows organised four lectures aimed principally at housewives of active servicemen, on how to handle a gas situation. The second talk was held on this day. Each lecture covered: latest information about gas attacks; first aid for gas casualties; how to protect yourself and dealing with incendiary bombs and fires. All lectures were very well attended. (Gray, David, Peterborough at War 1939-1945, David Gray, 2011)
Taken from The Peterborough Book of Days by Brian Jones, The History Press, 2014.
The Baronetcy of Thornhaugh was created on 21st July 1603. It was conferred to Sir William Russell by King James I who had only been King in England for a few short months.
As with most of the gentry, Baron Thornhaugh owned land elsewhere in the country, but Thornhaugh was his principal estate and it was where he eventually died August 9th 1613. He had erected a large tomb before his death with his likeness laying on his back with his hands in prayer. His son kneels at his feet and other family members in profile around the base. The tomb has either been well respected or restored, for the colours and details are strong and clear, making it all the more impressive to modern eyes.
Image: Village Sign in Thornhaugh by Richard Humphrey (cc-by-sa/2.0)