MEMORIAL SERVICE TO LADY ASHLEY .sx A memorial service to Lady Alice Ashley - whose death was reported in last week's Bucks Free Press - was held at Little Missenden Church .sx The Vicar , the Rev. W.H. Davis , who was a personal friend of Lady Ashley , officiated .sx The form of service called an Act of Devotion , Lady Ashley's favourite and the last she attended , was adopted , and the hymns sung were " Thine for ever , God of Love " and " For ever with the Lord .sx " The congregation included Lady Susan Trueman , Capt .sx C.J. Price , Mrs. Rutter , of York , Mrs. T. Matthews , Mrs. G. Barrington , Mrs. E. Howard , Mrs. H. White , Mrs. C. Villiers , Mrs. Jopling-Rowe , Miss Boston , Miss Howard , Sister Page , Miss Check , Miss J. Smith , the domestic staff , and Mr. J.H. Barrington .sx NOTED SCIENTIST DIES AT MARLOW .sx MAN WHOSE NAME WAS GIVEN TO PLANET .sx One of the leading scientists of the day , Mr Adolphus Frederick Lindemann , died at his home " The Heights , " Redpits Hill , Marlow , in his 86th year .sx Mr. Lindemann was born at Lazenburg , in Lorraine , in 1846 .sx He studied physics and astronomy at Nuremburg and Munich , and later came to England , where he built an observatory at Sidmouth , Devonshire .sx He did much valuable work there and made many notable scientific discoveries .sx For his work on astronomy a planet was named after him .sx Mr. Lindemann made his home in Marlow on the death of his wife four years ago , and bequeathed his observatory to Exeter University .sx During his residence at Marlow , although he was more than 80 years of age , he constructed several scientific instruments and his electrometer is now in general use .sx Keen on aviation he has crossed the Channel by air eight times in the last three years .sx It was on his return journey by air from Germany that he caught a chill which led up to his death .sx He was a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical and Royal Geographical Societies and was one of the founders of the Coal-Smoke Abatement Society , now the national Smoke Abatement Society .sx He assisted in the making and laying of the first Atlantic cable .sx A generous supporter of local institutions , Mr. Lindemann was a vice-president of Marlow Boxing Club , Rifle , and Working Men's Cricket Clubs , and was interested in Borlase School , presenting several prizes .sx He leaves three sons - Colonel Charles Lindemann , D.S.O. , Professor Frederick Lindemann , F.R.S. , of Christ Church , Oxford , and Mr James Lindemann .sx The body was cremated at Golders Green Crematorium .sx COUNTY SHOW IN QUAGMIRE .sx YESTERDAY'S EVENT HARMED BY RAIN .sx For nearly an hour at Waddesdon yesterday morning the rain fell in a deluge and provided a dismal opening for the Bucks County Show .sx Then , soon after mid-day , the sun shone brilliantly .sx The damage , however , was done .sx The grounds of Waddesdon Manor , the fine home of Mr. James de Rothschild , M.P. ( President ) , in which the show was held , were in an appalling condition .sx In places the mud was six inches deep .sx Show tents were soon in a bad state too , and the poultry and dog tents covered complete quagmires , the visitors having to walk ankle deep in mud and water .sx The sun shining on the rain-soaked meadows gave them the appearance of a huge shimmering emerald carpet , which was more pleasant to watch than to walk on .sx From the point of view of stock , the show does not compare with Thame or Tring ( though the castle and jumping classes yesterday were extremely good) .sx The dogs , poultry , rabbits , flowers and vegetables , however , give it a wide appeal and immense enthusiasm is created in the show among farmers and stockholders in Mid and North Bucks .sx There were remarkably few exhibitors from South Bucks .sx Entries were up to the usual standard , the jumping classes ( with about 100 entries ) , the dogs , rabbits , and horticultural exhibits making up for the deficiencies in other classes .sx There were few pigs .sx Hunters were particularly good .sx Mr. Arthur E. Terry , Quarrendon House , Aylesbury , won the medal given to the Hunters' Improvement and National Light Horse Breeding society , for the best hunter filly , with a beautiful brown three-year-old .sx The Hon .sx Mrs. P. Cripps , of Moor Farm , Lane End was awarded the silver medal offered by the same Society for the best hunter , mare or gelding for " Goldmine , " a brown gelding .sx The shire classes were very strong .sx Mr. Wm .sx Clark , of Raans Farm , Amersham , exhibited some fine shires .sx He was awarded the de Rothschild Memorial Cup for shire mare or gelding of four years and upwards , and the bronze medal for the best shire bred gelding awarded by the Shire Horse Society , and the National Farmers' Union Mutual Insurance Society's Silver Cup for the best animal in the shire classes , as well as several first prizes .sx The Shire Horse Society's Gold Medal for the best shire mare , filly or filly foal , registered or eligible for registration in the Stud Book , was awarded to Beadington , Bros .sx , Slough .sx In the cattle classes , shorthorns were not numerous , but several fine beasts were entered , especially by the National Society for Epileptics , Chalfont St. Giles .sx All the sheep were good , the Wiltshires being attractive .sx The local Waddesdon classes , too , were of fine standard .sx In the dog show , which occupied a large part of the show ground , there were 155 classes and many hundreds of entries .sx Competition was extraordinarily keen and animals from all over the country were shown .sx There were some striking Alsatians , bull-dogs and retrievers ( both golden and Labrador ) and a numerous and attractive entry of Cocker spaniels and small dogs .sx Magnificent Wyandottes , Rhode Island Reds and Light Sussex poultry were shown in the poultry section , and the utility birds exhibited were also striking .sx Among the rabbits the splendid Angoras and Chinchillas must be mentioned .sx Among the results were the following :sx BOURNE END .sx CHRISTMAS SERVICES .sx - A midnight Mass was celebrated on Chris'mas Eve at St. Mark's Church , Bourne End , the Rev. G. Barrington Baker officiating .sx There was a large congregation .sx On Tuesday and Wednesday a mystery play is to be performed in the Church .sx BELLRINGERS WED .sx Colleagues Ring Merry Peals at Beaconsfield .sx Mr. William L. Gutteridge , of Stoke Poges , and Miss Winifred Florence Bolt , youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel James Bolt , of Aylesbury End , Beaconsfield , are both members of the Bellringers' Guild , and on Saturday when they were married by the Rector ( the Rev. R.B.P. Wells , M.A. ) , at the Parish Church , Beaconsfield , members of the Guild rang merry peals in their honour .sx The bride , who was given away by her father , wore a dress of white velvet , with veil and pearl head-dress , and carried a bouquet of pink carnations .sx Miss Beckett ( cousin of the bride ) and Miss O. Miles ( niece of the bride ) were in attendance ; they wore blue velvet dresses with caps to match , and carried posies of pale pink chrysanthemums .sx Mr. Hartley ( a friend of the bride-groom ) was the best man .sx Many guests assembled at the church , and while the register was being signed the organist played " The Wedding March " from " Lhengrin" .sx A reception was held at the Girl Guides' hut , and at this well-attended function Mr. Beckett proposed the healths of the bride and bridegroom .sx Mr. Hartley seconded and the toast was accorded musical honours .sx Later in the day Mr. and Mrs. Gutteridge left for Hove , where the honeymoon is being spent .sx Numerous presents have been received .sx CHILDREN'S HUNT BALL .sx Brilliant Spectacle at High Wycombe .sx The Old Berkeley Children's Hunt Ball , held at High Wycombe Town Hall on Boxing night , was a brilliant affair .sx Seldom has the dance room been more effectively decorated .sx Japanese lighting effects added to a gay scene .sx Over five hundred persons attended the ball , which was organised by captain John Hill , O.B.E. , M.C. , M.H. , who was assisted by a committee composed of the following ladies :sx Mrs. Kentish , Mrs. Durma , Mrs. Corner , Mrs. J. Bailey-Gibson , Miss Mary Rolt , Mrs. Ivor Stewart-Liberty , and Mrs. Troughton .sx A first-class band supplied the music for the dancing , which was continued until the early hours of the following morning .sx In an interval there was a cabaret show of trick skating , acrobatic feats , and balancing .sx The supper and light refreshment departments was in the hands of Mr. Gargini , of Aylesbury .sx GREAT MISSENDEN .sx Sunday School Children's Christmas Treat .sx There was plenty of jolity on Tuesday evening in the school , when the Church Sunday School children , with parents and friends met for the annual Christmas Party .sx At the opening an imaginary " broadcast " message was sent to a former teacher , Miss Esme Bryden , now in India , thanking her for her greetings and sending best wishes for the New Year .sx Carols and songs were sung by the children .sx A novelty was the " Paper Hat " competition .sx Each child donned a paper hat , and led by the Kazoo Band , marched round the room , while the judges ( Mrs. Mackenzie , Mrs. Temple Carrington and Miss Carrington ) selected the best two .sx Joan George and John Rodwell were the prizewinners .sx This was followed by a game and more songs and then a sketch by teachers ( Misses M. Ratcliffe , M. Lisley and K. Eldridge ) introduced the coming of Father Christmas ( Miss Mackenzie ) and a splendid Christmas Tree fully lighted .sx The Vicar ( Rev. H. Badham ) proposed thanks to all who had assisted in making such a jolly evening ; to Major and Mrs. Temple-Carrington for the tree ; Mrs. Mackenzie for the presents to each child ; Miss Carrington , a former teacher , for here interest in the school and a donation ; Sir Denham and Lady Warmington , Miss E. Bryden , Mrs. Emerson , and the Hon .sx Mrs. Gell for donations in money and kind ; the teachers for their unselfish work during the year ; Father Christmas and many old friends .sx Miss Carrington distributed the prizes gained during the year and a vote of thanks to the Vicar was proposed by Mr. Cowan .sx On leaving , the children received oranges , sweets and buns .sx The room had been decorated by Mrs. Mackenzie and Mr. and Mrs. Cowan , who were heartily thanked .sx TENANTS' DINNER AT BEACONSFIELD .sx Viscount Burnham on The Problems of Farming .sx The Farm Rent Audit Dinner was held at Hall Barn , Beaconsfield , and about 32 tenants were present .sx Mr. W.H. Lever , proposing the health of Viscount and Viscountess Burnham , said he regretted that Lord Burnham was retiring from farming , but after one had made a fortune through farming he supposed it was a natural thing to do .sx Viscount Burnham , in replying , spoke of the depressed state of the farming industry .sx Although he had given up three of his farms he still retained about 300 acres of pasture land , he said .sx He considered his farm bailiff had served him well and he had no reason whatever to be dissatisfied with him , but he knew that business people were inclined to take advantage of the gentleman farmer and consequently a tenant farmer ( none the less a gentleman ) would often make a farm pay where a gentleman farmed failed to do so .sx Giving up his farm did not mean any decreased interest in his part in the farming industry .sx He was glad to know the farms were passing to a farmer whose family were so well respected and had been connected with the farming industry in the district for over 50 years and at Mr. Harding's invitation it would be his pleasure to visit the dairy farm as it had been when in his own occupation .sx He had no intention of selling any farms or any portion of the estate other than for building development .sx Prices were so bad that he felt they could not go much lower and he hoped , although he could see no immediate prospect , that the farming industry would improve during the coming year and that the prices would be more profitable to the producer .sx He wished all his tenants a happy Christmas and hoped the coming year would be more prosperous than the one that was passing .sx Mr. Harding proposed the health of the Agent and Mr. Croft replied briefly , thanking the tenants for their support at the recent farm sale .sx Remarking on the amount of the estate which had been laid down to grass he asked for their continued forbearance in the supply of fencing material .sx At the Workmen's Supper , also held at Hall Barn , about 50 workers were present .sx The supper was followed by several musical items , after which Viscount Burnham gave an address and distributed Christmas Boxes .sx 6 .sx