The Wolverton Express 24 August 1951

CASTLETHORPE HAS

VISIT FROM BLIND

Play “Locals” at Darts,
Cards, and Dominoes

An interesting evening was spent at the Carrington Arms, Castlethorpe, on Monday last. The occasion was a visit by a about thirty men from the Northamptonshire County Blind School, who played the “locals” at darts, cards, and dominoes, and it was a revelation and a joy to the onlookers to see the blind persons successfully throe darts and win cards and domino games. Refreshments and sandwiches were provided free. Mrs. J. Bavington and Mrs. Paddy Mullins ran a competition for a basket made and given by the blind, (winner Mr. B. Luck) and two pairs of socks (winner Mrs. May and Mr. K. Burnell).
The evening was made possible by Mr. and Mrs. J. Trace (host and hostess) and customers. During the evening several blind persons entertained with songs with their own pianist. Mr. Trace thanked the visitors and all who had helped to make the evening a success. Several persons gave donations.
Before leaving each blind person was presented with a monetary gift generously provided by one who wished to remain anonymous.