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"Mill grinding to a halt"

Cutting from 'The Argus' of an article by Rob Hustwayte describing the closure of Barnham Mill near Bognor following disputes over leasing out land for parking. The article mentions the conversion of the mill into a tea room, and also outlines the dispute between Joy and Barry Lee with mill owner Peter Reynolds. It also includes a brief history of the mill and details of the conflict between the two parties.

"New lease of life"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the lease of Burton Mill, Barlavington by Mrs. Anne Mills from the West Sussex County Council. The also article mentions that Mrs. Mills intends to make the mill functional again.

"Face-lift for mill"

Cutting from 'Sussex Express' describing the repainting of a 150-year-old mill at Cross-in-Hand. The article mentions Mr. J. B. Newnham as the owner, and Mr. Dennis Sinden as the leader of the project.

"Restoring this mill is labour of love"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the restoration effort carried out at Earnley Mill in Sussex by owner Mr. C. N. Darby, following the lack of financial help from the West Sussex County Council or the Ministry of Works. The article also provides a brief history of the mill.

"Face-lift for Halnaker Mill"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the restoration effort at Halnaker Mill by Sussex Renovations Ltd., under the direction of the West Sussex County Council.

"Halnaker Mill"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the history of Halnaker Mill in West Sussex, and the attempts to determine exactly when it was built. The article also mentions that it is one of three mills chosen for restoration by the West Sussex County Council.

"Back in action"

Cutting from 'Mid Sussex Times' describing the successful restoration of Jack Mill at Clayton by millwrights E. Hole and Son Ltd. following a storm in which the mill was struck by lightning. The article also contains a brief history of the mill and its restoration.

"The old mill may be saved"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the potential plans to restore Rowner watermill and convert it into a clubhouse. The article includes a statement by Philip Pickering, the curator of the Fine Fishers Club, about the intention to lease the mill from the owners, the West Sussex River Board. It also gives a brief history of the mill.

"One long grind - life was great"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing the history of Runcton Mill near Chichester. The article mentions the original use of the mill to grind corn, its conversion into a residence by the Fry family, and its current occupancy by Mrs. Lillian Moore.

"Face-lift for a fine old windmill"

Cutting from 'Chichester Observer' describing the restoration efforts at an old windmill in Selsey by craftsmen Peter Darby and Robin Pollard. The article also gives a brief background on how the two men became interested in windmill restoration.

"In the fascinating world of windmills"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' describing the operations at a foundry owned by millwright Mr. E. Hole. The article includes a brief description of the restoration done at Shipley Mill by Mr. Hole, and a short outline of the business.

"Residents want to save old mill"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' describing the appeal for restoration efforts on Storrington Mill by residents in the local area. The article mentions the mill was under ownership of Willkirk Developments, who had bought if from Mr. Prynn Gatley. The appeal was made to the Chantonbury Rural Council and Storrington Parish Council, and the article also includes a brief history of the mill.

"Windmill's fantail"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' of a submission by Lucy M. Meeten referring to a previous article about Meeten's Mill in West Chiltington (see CUTT-00301) correcting the date on which the fan-tail was positioned.

"Mill widow faces cash dilemma"

Cutting from 'Worthing Gazette' describing the efforts of Mrs. Helen Roscow to find money after having replaced a fantail on her home in the mill at West Chiltington. The article describes her appeal to various organizations, such as the West Sussex County Council and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.

"New sweeps for old mill"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the replacement of the sweeps on The Windmill in West Chiltington by homeowners Mr. and Mrs. Colin Johnson. The article gives details of the effort, as well as a brief history of the mill and its current use as a home.

"Ashington mill to be rebuilt"

Cutting from an unknown source describing the successful application for planning permission by C. Muddle and Son Ltd. to restore Ashington Mill. The article describes plans for the restoration as well as requirements the company must meet.

"Nose to the grindstone to save mill"

Cutting from an unknown source of an article by Polly Ghazi describing the local effort to save Barnham Windmill from being developed into a housing project. The article includes statements from John Auckland, spokesman for Friends of Barnham Windmill, and also gives a brief history of the mill.

"Unique landmark being restored for public"

Cutting from 'Portsmouth Evening News' describing the restoration effort at Halnaker Mill in West Sussex. The article provides a brief history of the mill, as well as requirements for the restoration effort, and also mentions the West Sussex County Council's intentions to restore more mills.

"Mill on the hill sails into life"

Cutting from an unknown source of an article by Vanora Leigh describing the successful restoration effort at Jill Mill in Clayton. The article describes the collaborative effort by the society to preserve the mill, led by Michael Hoddell, and also provides a brief history of the mill.

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