LECTURE—On Thursday evening, an open-air lecture was given on the Green by Mr. W. Mart, of Derby, agent to the Alliance, the subject being, "The effect of the late election on temperance legislation". Mr. E. Knight presided, and there was a large attendance. The usual votes of thanks were passed.

BAND ENTERTAINMENT—On Saturday last an entertainment was given by the Rushden Temperance Brass Band, assisted by the Wellingborough Congregational Brass Band. The members of these bands played round the village, after which a public tea was provided in the Temperance Hall and was well attended. The bands assembled on the Village Green after tea,... ... click here for the full report

LECTURE—On Friday evening the Temperance Brass Band paraded the town, and assembled on the Green, where a temperance lecture was delivered by Mr. W. Bell, of Loudon. Mr. E. Knight presided, and there was a good attendance.

AL FRESCO CONCERT—The Rushden Temperance Band gave a very enjoyable concert on the Green, on Sunday afternoon. Mr. H. Baker conducted efficiently, and the concert was very much appreciated by a large audience. The programme was:- March, "Constellation," "Rousseau's Dream"; selection, "Meyerbeer"; selection, "La Favorita": cornet solo "The Holy City:" chorus, "Lift up your heads."