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"Windmill memories"

Cutting from 'The Herald' of a submission by A. Longley, offering further information about the people involved in the windmills of Worthing outlined in Henfrey Smail's eight-article series. The article focuses on the Navarino mills in particular.

"When a mighty wheel brought life to the land"

Cutting from 'West Sussex County Times' of an article by Frank Holmes in remembrance of the watermills of Sussex. In particular, the article discusses the Town Mill, Warnham Mill and Amies Mill. Each mill is accompanied by a brief history and an outline of its present state.

"Famous watermill grinding to a halt"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' describing the sale of Terwick Mill in Midhurst by owners Edward and Dennis Ayling. The article cites hard economic times as the reason for sale of the mill, and also speculates what it might be used for in the future.

"Fight to preserve mill"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser'' describing the rejection of demolition plans of Tottisham Mill at Climping. The demolition was proposed by the owner of the mill, the Marchioness of Normanby, and opposed by the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings, the Sussex Archaeological Society's Industrial Archaeology Group, and Littlehampton Natural Science and Archaeology Society. The article goes over some potential preservation efforts, and also includes a brief history of the mill.

Vivien Leigh moves into Tickerage Mill.

Cutting from an unknown source describing actress Vivien Leigh and her fiance John Merivale taking up residence in Tickerage Mill near Uckfield. The article gives details of Ms. Leigh's career and personal life as well.

"Sold... to Miss Leigh, this 100-acre retreat in the country"

Cutting from an unknown source of an article by Paul Tanfield describing the purchase of Tickerage Mill by actress Vivien Leigh. The article mentions some previous owners of the mill, including Kenneth Letts and Ronald Armstrong-Jones, and also gives an account of some aspects of Leigh's personal life.

"Fine property angling for your attention"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' of a property listing for Terwick Mill at Trotton. The listing goes into a detailed description of the interior of the property and quality of the surrounding area.

Terwick mill for sale

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' written by John Richards of a property listing for Terwick Mill at Trotton. The listing briefly lists the qualities of the property and includes a short history of the mill.

"The council wait for a proposition"

Cutting from 'Evening Argus' describing an appeal for preservation of Rowner Mill. The article mentions ownership of the mill by the West Sussex River Board, but elaborates that unless ownership was transferred to an organisation that would be responsible for upkeep, the mill would likely be demolished.

"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.

"Old mill will create employment"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' describing employment opportunities created by the re-erection of a watermill at the Singleton open air museum. Museum director Chris Zeuner supplies details of the job, and a few details of the mill's history are also provided.

"Historic mill to be demolished"

Cutting from an unknown source of an article by Henry Bate describing the decision to demolish Rowner Mill near Billingshurst by the West Sussex River Board. The article mentions that repairs to the mill were found to be too expensive, but also recognizes that locals were upset with councils for their lack of effort to preserve the mill.

"Home for a Venetian?"

Cutting from an unknown source describing an appeal by the West Sussex River Board to Mr. John Jefferson, the County Planning Officer, to preserve Rowner Mill. The article mentions the opposition by the general public on the mill's demolition, and also mentions the cost of repairs,.

"Toy factory in a converted mill at Rogate"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette and South of England Advertiser' of an article by Alison Ross describing the conversion of Durford Mill near Rogate into a toy factory. The article goes over the history of the owner of Tiger Toys, Ltd., Mr. Robert Hirst, and how he came to set up his factory at the mill. It also includes a brief overview of the technical processes taking place at the factory.

"Rowner Mill"

Cutting from an unknown source of a submission by Leonard Ford containing details of his family's involvement at Rowner Mill in Sussex. The cutting also includes Mr. Ford's regret of the West Sussex River Board's decision to demolish the mill.

"Rowner Mill"

Cutting from 'West Sussex Gazette' of a submission by A. F. Woolridge detailing his grandfather George Baverstock's involvement as a miller at Rowner Mill.

"Correspondence"

Correspondence from readers regarding different mills. The first on this cutting is a submission by F. H. Hughes lamenting the demolition of Rowner Mill, and expressing an interest in learning more about the Ifield and West Chiltington mills. The second submission is by Margaret Holt, correcting details on a previous article that had appeared on Ifield Mills.

"Anglers may save the old mill"

Cutting from 'Argus' detailing the possible purchase of Rowner Mill by the Fine Fishers Club from the West Sussex River Board. Mr. Philip Pickering, the club's curator, revealed that there were plans to lease the mill and convert it into a clubhouse. The article also provides a brief history of the mill.

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