A race against time to reunite a dying mother with her sons has ended in tears of happiness - thanks to our readers. It was a bittersweet moment when Lois Partido's two sons walked through the front door of her Southend home, after a mercy dash from the
Little Laura Thorpe is on line for a hi-tech education this week, as she switches on her very own computer. Laura, five, who lives in Rachel Gardens, Silver End, has cerebral palsy and is partially sighted. Since joining Silver End County Primary School
Teenage girls fleeing Kosovo were put on a train by Essex Police and told to find their own way to a Home Office refugee centre on the other side of London. A lorry loaded with chemicals pulled up outside Witham Police Station on Thursday after the driver
Fun-loving Luke Brockes has been made immortal - in the hallowed pages of the Beano. Eight-year-old Luke was picked as a real-life Dennis the Menace in a competition and as a result he was given his place in the pages of the country's favourite comic.
Battlesbridge rail station could be swept back to the Edwardian era as part of ambitious plans for a new college. Councillors hoping to turn Rayleigh's Park School into a transport museum and international college plan to revamp the station to create
LEIGH-ON-SEA 85-3 OLD SOUTHENDIAN 250-4 declared (ABANDONED) Fed-up Southendian skipper Chris Bunce demanded changes after labelling league rules as "crazy" - but he received only limited support from Leigh captain Simon Burch. Bunce spoke out after his
Bottom-placed Wickford face a massive test following last week's morale-lifting draw with Gidea Park - a home match with Saffron Walden, early leaders of the Shepherd Neame Premier Division. Second-placed Billericay should certainly wish Wickford well
Heartless fraudsters used the identity of dead Colchester youngsters in a multi-million pound housing fraud. Birth certificates belonging to the two infants were used to obtain £2 million worth of mortgage loans as well as £140,000 in crooked housing
A village has been split after eco-warriors piled into treehouses and tunnels in an attempt to halt the A130 bypass. More than 30 eco-warriors are camped on the site of the proposed road. Rettendon is physically divided by the heavily-congested A130,
Riverside Trampoline Club's top performers attended grading competitions on two consecutive weekends, at Washington, Tyne-on-Wear and Gillingham. All five competitors scored high enough marks to secure places in the finals on both weekends. Robert Aldous
Nikki Kennard was the surprise winner of the women's band two singles at the table tennis National Grand Prix Circuit Finals held at Bath. The player, from Chadwell St Mary, beat Rebecca Fisher from Middlesex 21-19, 17-21, 22-20 in a final that could
Colchester United midfielder Geraint Williams was set to sign a new contract on Friday giving him a fresh role at the club. His new player-coach's deal will keep the experienced 37-year-old former Welsh international at Layer Road for another year. And
The Three Rivers Ladies Golf section played host to Channels ladies on Wednesday and a close contest resulted in a 4-3 victory for the home team. The successful players were Carol Birch, Chris Barker, Sue Britten and Linda Crisp. The Matrimonal/Odd Couples
Southend and County Wheelers faced a tale of two legs when they staged their annual Middlemarkers and Ladies 25-mile time trial competitions on the A12. A tough headwind on the outward-bound trip to Colchester was made all the more bearable when the turnaround
A Basildon man has become one the youngest ever to fulfil a vital role at the world's premier tennis event. Glynn Roberts, 22, of Kingswood, Basildon, will be restringing racquets for the stars at Wimbledon after only two years learning his trade, a privilege
If you expect to hear six men and a Zimmer frame when the Jerry Attrick Jazzmen appear on stage, then you're in for a pleasant surprise. The group, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary, adopted rather than chose the name they use as they play traditional
Felix the tortoise is living proof that taking it easy leads to a longer life. The ancient pet has been gently strolling through the gardens of the same Kelvedon street for more than 90 years. And he has even staked a place in the history books, with
Essex Police has been praised by HM Inspector of Constabulary, Peter Winship, for having "an agenda for change second to none". Mr Winship's comments follow a two week full inspection of the force in January this year. The report says Essex Police is
Essex Police has been praised by HM Inspector of Constabulary, Peter Winship, for having "an agenda for change second to none". Mr Winship's comments follow a two week full inspection of the force in January this year. The report says Essex Police is
A teenage student has fallen from the top of a Colchester car park - two weeks after 16-year-old Amy Burgess died at exactly the same spot. Kimberley Barnett, from Harwich Road, Great Bromley, was rushed to Colchester General Hospital at 8.30am today
Gentle giant Dean Macey has suddenly swapped two years of torment for three months that could turn him into one of the biggest names in British athletics. Decathlete Dean, still just 21, has defied injury problems to smash his personal best and set up
Outraged Colchester women held a town centre demonstration against Channel 4's Soldier Town docu-soap. "Colchester birds are not Army barmy" stated one makeshift banner. "We are not easy" insisted another as passing motorists sounded their car horns in
Politicians have condemned it, TV critics say it's appalling, and even Falklands veteran Simon Weston has had his say. But whether you liked it or loathed it, Soldier Town has another five weeks to run and Colchester looks set to remain in the public
Witham's Kimberley Crane, 12, has become Eastern Counties champion in Grade Five for the over 12-year-olds. Kimberley, is from Braintree but is a member of the Gyrus Olympic Gymnastics Club, at Witham's Bramston Sports Centre. The Essex champion for this
Braintree's Robert Mackay is the first Essex player to be awarded the Samler-Brown Award for Young Player of the Year. The Eastern Counties Hockey Association award, made recently, was in recognition of the outstanding contribution that Robert has made
England cricket selector Graham Gooch has wasted no time in trying to identify England players of the future following the team's World Cup failure. The very next day Graham opened the third Essex Park Toyota Kwik Cricket Festival at Wickford where youngsters
Colchester should be proud of her. Those were the words esteemed athletics commentator David Coleman used about Sarah Claxton at a recent televised international meeting. And, of course, Colchester should be proud of her, extremely proud. She came first
Peter Taylor aims to go out on a high tonight (Friday) when he takes charge of his final England under-21 soccer match on home turf against Sweden. The former Southend United boss, who still lives in Thorpe Bay, is preparing to take his bow as manager
Mikki Partridge and Jennifer Macaulay, two successful gymnasts from Chelmsford Gym Club, competed on Saturday at a Regional Grades Final at Hemel Hempstead, and returned with a high degree of success. Having qualified for the final at a county competition
The Colchester public were glued to their television screens last night for the first episode of the controversial docu-soap Soldier Town. The six-part series has attracted nationwide attention for the way it portrays local women and what troops get up
Battlesbridge rail station could be swept back to the Edwardian era as part of ambitious plans for a new college. Councillors hoping to turn Rayleigh's Park School into a transport museum and international college plan to revamp the station to create
A Sunday service at the Harwich Salvation Army Citadel became a real family affair for the Youngs. Majors Maurice and Wendy Young conducted the dedication to God of their grandson, three-month-old Callum. The couple have done the same for their two granddaughters
Horse riders claim they are involved in daily accidents with motorists on the roads of Colchester and surrounding villages. The local branch of the British Horse Society says housing developments like High Woods mean less countryside for riders, forcing
Fun-loving Luke Brockes has been made immortal - in the hallowed pages of the Beano. Eight-year-old Luke was picked as a real-life Dennis the Menace in a competition and as a result he was given his place in the pages of the country's favourite comic.
Police in South Woodham Ferrers are cracking down on under-age drinkers this summer. Young people drinking alcohol and causing a nuisance in public areas can expect to be treated severely, say police. Alcohol will be confiscated, parents will be contacted
Concord Essex Autograss club held their biggest meeting of the season over the Bank Holiday weekend. With over £2,000 of trophies up for grabs, an unusually poor turnout of visiting cars was disappointing for the club, who put on a well run event. Class
Essex won the toss in their match at Gidea Park & Romford, batted first, and there were two marvellous centuries to admire. The first was a career best from Stephen Peters, 143 from 234 balls with one six and 16 fours. Danny Law hit 111 from just
England cricket selector Graham Gooch wasted no time in trying to identify England players of the future following the team's early departure from the Cricket World Cup on Sunday. The next day Graham opened the third Essex Park Toyota Kwik Cricket Festival
Braintree's Robert Mackay is the first Essex player to be awarded the Samler-Brown Award for Young Player of the Year. The Eastern Counties Hockey Association award, made last week, was in recognition of the outstanding contribution that Robert has made
Gentle giant Dean Macey has suddenly swapped two years of torment for three months that could turn him into one of the biggest names in British athletics. Decathlete Dean, still just 21, has defied injury problems to smash his personal best and set up
Alan Little will step up his hunt for new blood this week as he searches for the players he believes can push Southend United to promotion next season. The Blues boss, back from a holiday in Cyprus, has already earmarked a new left-back, midfielder and
A lengthy Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Annual General Meeting saw the league's long service award; the Rosebery/Pope & Smith award presented to Richard Hiskey for his work as League Chairman over the last year and also for his outstanding
Kieron Dyer could make his full England debut in Bulgaria on Wednesday. The £7 million-rated Ipswich Town midfielder has been drafted into the senior squad for the vital Euro 2000 qualifier in Sofia after a spate of injuries and supensions. With boss
The Three Rivers Ladies Golf section played host to Channels ladies on Wednesday and a close contest resulted in a 4-3 victory for the home team. The successful players were Carol Birch, Chris Barker, Sue Britten and Linda Crisp. The Matrimonal/Odd Couples
In a game reduced to 43 overs a side, Boreham scored 256 for five, Baker hitting an unbeaten 102 and John May contributing 72. In reply, Stock II were dismissed for a meagre 95, Starling taking three for 16 and Baker three for 42. Ekco Monarchs were dismissed
RANKINS IIs 217-9 BROOMFIELD 80 all out (RANKINS WON) All the Broomfield bowlers suffered - before Gary Whale put their batsmen through much the same treatment -- as Rankins second XI stormed back to winning ways in the Mid-Essex League Division Seven
Corringham totalled 221 for six on a good wicket at home to Galleywood, Hymas scoring 53 early on before good knocks from Neil Jardine (69) and Mark Jenkins (43) pushed the score along to a good target. It proved to be enough as, despite a good start,
A woman died after the driver of another car was distracted by one of his children trying to climb into the front seat. But a court also heard how the driver was under the influence of drugs at the time of the death crash on the A12 at Witham Margaret
A father today paid tribute to his daughter who has died aged 25. Tony Whitby, from Great Horkesley, said his horse and aeroplane fanatic daughter Melanie, left a lasting impression on everyone who met and knew her, without trying. Melanie died at Frimley
A 12-year-old girl was rescued after she fell behind rocks on wasteland in Dovercourt. An ambulance crew was called to Dockfield Avenue and requested help from the fire service. Firecrews from Dovercourt and Colchester went to the scene at around 8pm
Essex-based Paul Cooper had mixed fortunes at the fifth round of the Honda British Motocross Championship at Wakes Colne. A poor start in his first race left the SoCal Husqvarna rider in a lowly 20th place first time past the finish line, before a superb
Saving people from blazing buildings, cutting motorists from smashed cars and rescuing the occasional cat stranded up a tree - all in a day's work for south Essex's hardworking firemen. The public were given the chance at the weekend to see how firefighters
One of the noisiest sections of road in Essex could soon be quieter. The section of the A127 by the Rayleigh Weir, which is flanked by homes, will be resurfaced using a special noise-reducing material. The announcement was made by Essex County Council
Major changes are to be introduced at a supermarket car park where a 12-year-old boy died. The Somerfield store in St John's Way in Corringham has responded rapidly to last week's inquest into the death of Leon Beal. It is also reacting to a petition
A charity shop boss is so fed up with a spate of raids she has gone public in a bid to shame the thieves. Val Green, who works at St Luke's Hospice shop in Market Square, Basildon, hopes the knowledge the thefts are depriving the terminally ill of a valuable
Building work on a £1.7million refurbishment project at a Thundersley college will start later this month. South East Essex Sixth Form Community College in Kiln Road, is spending the money on extending and improving much of the site. It includes £170,000
A Stebbing medic is appealing for sponsorship to help finance trips to Bombay, where she provides vital first aid for street children. For the last two years, Valerie Mulcare-Tivey has been visiting the Indian city, where she uses her skills as a repatriation
When Joanne Chapman and her sister, Simone, said "I do" to their respective partners, it was in the glare of television cameras. Joanne and her husband, Simon Clarke, of Sandon, and Simone and her husband, Mark Law, of Maldon, enjoyed a joint wedding
Romeo Sean Walker turned into a wild sex attacker when he got fed up with girls he had wooed, a court heard. He subjected several of them to violence by slapping them, kicking out, punching, biting and even head-butting them, said Patricia Lynch, QC,
A grandmother was today left with a pile of rubble - the only remains of her collection of garden ornaments. Police believe they were smashed by thieves who broke into the back garden of Carol Palmer's home in Montsale, Pitsea, and stole a lawn mower.
England Police football captain Nicky Smith, who also plays for Braintree, is tackling a new role as a beat officer. The 30-year-old policeman - former professional footballer with Colchester United and Southend - captained the England Police team this
Police today issued an urgent warning to put the brakes on youngsters riding motorbikes in fields around Clacton airstrip. A team of officers will be sent in to catch offenders and put them before the courts. Residents living in the area have complained
A Basildon man has become one the youngest ever to fulfil a vital role at the world's premier tennis event. Glynn Roberts, 22, of Kingswood, Basildon, will be restringing racquets for the stars at Wimbledon after only two years learning his trade, a privilege
It had all the makings of a modern day Marie Celeste - the discovery of an upturned catamaran drifting off the East coast with no signs of life aboard. Walton and Harwich lifeboats were launched, shipping alerted and even a US warship, which was in the
Youngsters trying to catch fish, frogs and newts are decimating a village pond which has undergone a major facelift. More than £1,500 has been spent on relining and restocking Great Bentley pond on the edge of England's largest village green. But children
Kosovan refugees are being put on trains from London to Southend - only to be left to fend for themselves when they arrive in the town. A young family, who had just arrived in the country after escaping the horrors of their war-torn homeland, were left
Politicians have condemned it, TV critics say it's appalling, and even Falklands veteran Simon Weston has had his say. But whether you liked it or loathed it, Soldier Town has another five weeks to run and Colchester looks set to remain in the public
Colchester should be proud of her. Those were the words esteemed athletics commentator David Coleman used about Sarah Claxton at a recent televised international meeting. And, of course, Colchester should be proud of her, extremely proud. She came first
Mike Harrison of the Crouch Yacht Club, clinched his second victory of the season when he won Class 3 of the Port of Felixstowe Regatta, the first of the Sail East Regatta series. Harrison, who has already won his namesake trophy, his own club's Harrison
Springfield Striders held their club 10K championships within the Hatfield Broad Oak 10K road race last Monday. Always a popular race, Broad Oak attracts a thousand runners of which 36 were Striders. Richard Milton smashed his personal best to finish
A teenage student has fallen from the top of a Colchester car park - two weeks after 16-year-old Amy Burgess died at exactly the same spot. Kimberley Barnett, from Harwich Road, Great Bromley, was rushed to Colchester General Hospital at 8.30am on Friday
England Police football captain Nicky Smith, who also plays for Braintree, is tackling a new role as a beat officer. The 30-year-old policeman - former professional footballer with Colchester United and Southend - captained the England Police team this
Colchester mayor Martin Hunt and other prisoners were being held to ransom behind bars - but all in a good cause. Shoppers in Colchester High Street saw mayor Hunt led away from the town hall by off-duty police officers to join other "prisoners" in Colchester
A brass band from Shanklin in the Isle of Wight, will be taking part in the brass band competition in Southend on Sunday. However, for many members of the Shanklin Town Brass Band, it will be just like coming home. Band secretary Sue Harrison lived in
Teenage girls fleeing Kosovo were put on a train by Essex Police and told to find their own way to a Home Office refugee centre on the other side of London. A lorry loaded with chemicals pulled up outside Witham Police Station on Thursday after the driver
Kosovan refugees are being put on trains from London to Southend - only to be left to fend for themselves when they arrive in the town. A young family, who had just arrived in the country after escaping the horrors of their war-torn homeland, were left
Colchester should be proud of her. Those were the words esteemed athletics commentator David Coleman used about Sarah Claxton at a recent televised international meeting. And, of course, Colchester should be proud of her, extremely proud. She came first
A race against time to reunite a dying mother with her sons has ended in tears of happiness - thanks to kind-hearted readers. It was a bittersweet moment when Lois Partido's two sons walked through the front door of her Southend home, after a mercy dash
England cricket selector Graham Gooch has wasted no time in trying to identify England players of the future following the England team's World Cup failure. The very next day Graham opened the third Essex Park Toyota Kwik Cricket Festival at Wickford
Police in South Woodham Ferrers are cracking down on under-age drinkers this summer. Young people drinking alcohol and causing a nuisance in public areas can expect to be treated severely, say police. Alcohol will be confiscated, parents will be contacted
A Stebbing medic is appealing for sponsorship to help finance trips to Bombay, where she provides vital first aid for street children. For the last two years, Valerie Mulcare-Tivey has been visiting the Indian city, where she uses her skills as a repatriation
Hopes that Thorpe Hall may have unearthed an amateur golf star to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Michael Bonallack have received a major boost. For young Richard McEvoy produced a stunning run in the British Amateur Championship before succumbing
SOUTHEND 141-3 EPPING 137 all out (SOUTHEND WON) Promotion-seeking Southend timed their first victory of the Division Three season to perfection - smoothly reaching their winning target just as heavy rain hit south Essex. Vice-captain Craig Porter celebrated
Riverside Trampoline Club's top performers attended grading competitions on two consecutive weekends, at Washington, Tyne-on-Wear and Gillingham. All five competitors scored high enough marks to secure places in the finals on both weekends. Robert Aldous
Nikki Kennard was the surprise winner of the women's band two singles at the table tennis National Grand Prix Circuit Finals held at Bath. The player, from Chadwell St Mary, beat Rebecca Fisher from Middlesex 21-19, 17-21, 22-20 in a final that could
Over 120 top MX stars from all over the country will be at the Halstead & District Motor Cycle Club's Moto-Cross circuit on Sunday when the club hosts the fifth round of the Honda British Moto-Cross Championship at Little Loveney Hall in Wakes Colne
Witham's Kimberley Crane, 12, has become Eastern Counties champion in Grade Five for the over 12-year-olds. Kimberley, is from Braintree but is a member of the Gyrus Olympic Gymnastics Club, at Witham's Bramston Sports Centre. The Essex champion for this
Ipswich Town's Kieron Dyer should start as right wing-back for England in their under-21 clash against Sweden tonight. The midfielder is expected to be named in the starting line-up to play at Huddersfield's McAlpine Stadium tonight as England attempt
A hole in one is an achievement for any golfer but when you're just 10-years-old it really does bring your name to the fore. Little Richard Collins of Chelmsford Road, Blackmore, realised he had really got into the swing of the game after potting the
A heroin user who was trying to kick the habit died after taking a lethal cocktail of prescribed drugs. Scott Powell, 22, of Langham Crescent, Billericay, was found dead on his living room floor by his brother. Speaking at the inquest at Chelmsford Coroners
Youngsters trying to catch fish, frogs and newts are decimating a village pond which has undergone a major facelift. More than £1,500 has been spent on relining and restocking Great Bentley pond on the edge of England's largest village green. But children
A Witham herbal remedy retailer and a nutritionist are campaigning to keep their customers' right to choose and buy alternative medicines. A petition of 200 names - collected at Healthy Living in Newland Street by proprietor, Warne Pugh and nutritionist
Springfield Striders held their club 10K championships within the Hatfield Broad Oak 10K road race on Monday. Always a popular race, Broad Oak attracts a thousand runners of which 36 were Striders. Richard Milton smashed his personal best to finish 22nd
More than 120 top moto-cross stars from all over the country will be at the Halstead and District Motor Cycle Club's circuit on Sunday, when the club hosts the fifth round of the Honda British Moto-Cross Championship. Riders will be competing in two classes
Paul Grayson was able to celebrate his first century for two years after being pressed into action as an opener against championship leaders Hampshire at Ilford. Thanks largely to him, Essex were due to resume this morning on 327-7, a total which was
Colchester United midfielder Geraint Williams was today set to sign a new contract giving him a fresh role at the club. His new player-coach's deal will keep the experienced 37-year-old former Welsh international at Layer Road for another year. And although
Writtle Bowling Club defeated Ongar by 21 shots to win the Joe Gore Trophy which is played annually for between the two clubs. Castle Hedingham were the visitors to Writtle on Sunday, and Writtle recorded a decisive win. There was more success for Writtle
An investigation is under way after a mysterious bottle - thought to be a home-made bomb - was unearthed on a Shoebury beach. Military experts were called out on Wednesday when the device was handed to staff at the Ministry of Defence's New Ranges. The
Overseas star Evert Ferreira is expected to spearhead Mistley's Jaygate Two Counties Championship batting line-up at Frinton on Saturday at the end of a week where he is once again being linked with Middlesex. The prolific South African opener has been
Mike Harrison of the Crouch Yacht Club, clinched his second victory of the season when he won Class 3 of the Port of Felixstowe Regatta, the first of the Sail East Regatta series. Harrison, who has already won his namesake trophy, his own club's Harrison
Southend and County Wheelers faced a tale of two legs when they staged their annual Middlemarkers and Ladies 25-mile time trial competitions on the A12. A tough headwind on the outward-bound trip to Colchester was made all the more bearable when the turnaround
Reigning champions Great Waltham suffered at Bentley, as they were dismissed for just 109, Gavin Hammond (5-35) causing the main damage. Waltham were then powerless to stop the home side reaching 113 for three for a seven wicket victory, Ian Gray scoring
A pensioner was airlifted to hospital by the Essex Air Ambulance after breaking her wrist while walking on Walton Naze. The woman lost her footing as she walked on a path to the shore while out with her husband yesterday morning. The first mesaage received
Tendring Council has received a sharp rap over the knuckles after being found guilty of "maladministration causing injustice". The Local Government Ombudsman Jerry White has also recommended the council award the complainant £750. It followed a complaint
A shoplifter stopped in a sports outlet was found to be wearing four stolen tops and shirts, a court heard. Michael Burrows, 27, was challenged after staff at Five Lakes Hotel Golf and Country Club spotted a shirt sticking out under his clothing. Gerald
An insight into what it is like to be an archaeologist will be on offer again this summer when a training dig takes place. The four-week activity will be held in Dovehouse Field which is next to the medieval and post-medieval Cressing Temple Barns. The
Former patients, staff, friends and relatives joined forces to raise more than £10,000 in the Great Hip and Knee Walk. The walk was the first of its kind to be staged in Colchester and organisers were overwhelmed by support from the public as well as
A woman set fire to her own home the day before she was due in court on another charge of arson at her flat. Carole Farrant set fire to armchairs outside her Clacton home causing more than £950 damage to the flat. And the day before she was due to appear
The chairman of Braintree and Bocking Carnival committee has described this year's attractions as the "highest standard ever booked". The bumper event, which takes place on Saturday, is set to feature a big wheel, dodgems, a magic show and a workshop
Braintree firefighters have tackled a blaze at a home in Gilbert Way which left a bedroom destroyed. At 7.30pm on Friday, they were called to deal with a fire in the bedroom on the first floor of the house which was empty at the time. The owner returned
Southend's town centre manager has ended months of speculation over the future of the town's Marks and Spencer store. Tony Foucher insisted there was "absolutely no truth" in rumours that the chain was planning to axe its outlet in the High Street. He
Changeable weather could not keep the crowds away from Shoebury Fair. Paul Halley, vice chairman of the Shoebury Fair committee, said despite the sudden downpours, the sunny weather hung about long enough for everyone to enjoy themselves. "We had a bit
The £750,000 overhaul of the Sadlers Farm roundabout will go ahead as soon as funds become available. Essex County Council has vowed to put its weight behind drastic changes to the A13 traffic blackspot, although no money is available this financial year
Little Laura Thorpe is on line for a hi-tech education this week, as she switches on her very own computer. Laura, five, who lives in Rachel Gardens, Silver End, has cerebral palsy and is partially sighted. Since joining Silver End County Primary School
You don't have to be a clown to make someone smile! A volunteers fun day, at Canvey Methodist Church, in Warden Road, brought together a number of groups from across the area to show the joy volunteer work can bring to others. The South Essex Good Companions
Teenage student Kimberley Barnett was today recovering in hospital after her fall from the top of a Colchester multi-storey car park on Friday. Kimberley, 18, from Harwich Road, Great Bromley, was rushed to hospital at 8.30am on Friday after falling from
Men in Colchester are a sensitive lot according to a new survey. A study has revealed men are much more sensitive then they realise or admit and are not as hard as they think. Men aged 25 to 44 in Britain's oldest recorded town are most sensitive to hurtful
Nicola Taylor talks to Nigel Havens the managing director of one of Southend's oldest family-run stores as it prepares for its centenary and the new millennium When Rawdon Havens set up his china and glass store in Westcliff in 1901 he would have had
