Writing from 63 High Street, King's Lynn [also known as Bank Chambers, above Midland Bank, from which a number of businesses operated]
Confirming a number of properties held by the Diocesan Trustees in Saddlebow Road and Wisbech Road.
Welwick House, South Lynn Common - was bought in 1890 and sold in 1895 to Curtis - no mention of this in the deeds. Priest has received for 60 years a small sum from common right. Recommends that the trustees clarify legal ownership of the Right attached to Welwick House.
"I regret the length of the tale but no one in the Diocese seems to have any information."
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Accepts the offer of the Slipper Chapel and adjacent cottage (includes 1.5 acres adjoining the chapel?). Please write to Rome to confirm this transfer.
Cary-Elwes, Dudley Charles Rev (1868-1932)Suggesting that an individual should go to Oscott or Innsbruck for "deepening". manuscript annotation by Bishop Grant - "I think Oscott - as a convert he still has a lot to learn about the Church in England"). Long explanation about why Bishop Clark circumvented his own processes to spend money on a strip of land which joins up Elmham House to the boundary of the Church and which came up a short notice. He and Fr Connelly paid for it out of income.
All this makes it more desirable to establish a management committee at Walsingham:
himself; Roland [Connelly]; Michael Ward (Solicitor, King's Lynn); Col. Cary-Elwes (Thurton); Philip Browning (Poringland); Mr Jameson (N. Elmham).
Turnover at Walsingham is too large for one man. Expenditure must include an annual repayment to the Diocese to offset the debt.
Claude Fisher had mentioned other properties but they are no ours. We only have 389 High Street. Bill for repairs and paintings to the Whit e House in Poringland - have no money perhaps Fr Moorcraft can honour the bill?
On a personal note, he comments that Fr Moorcraft looked tired at Clapham - with current shocks on the Stock Market it must be hard to sleep at night!
Two matters:
If Warwick's request is in order, I imagine you will forward it.
What of Luker? Some decision will be needed.
Manuscript notation: "Ring Kelleher" [Witham Weld & Co.]
Bishop writes to NNDC's District Secretary (Mr Philip J Sage, ACIS) about toilet accommodation at the Coach Park in Walsingham. Despite initially writing to Sr Moran, the matter will have to be resolved at Diocesan level. Fr Connelly has left but is right about offering a contribution. However, as for the DC, the Diocese is short of cash, so would appreciate the figure being kept small.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Encourage Fr Birch to take over more. Use original architects (Miller & Tritton). Accepts suggestion of transfer of Hulme properties to Walsingham Trust.
Clark, Alan Charles Rev DD (1919-2002)Discussions with the Cardinal (in Denmark, with Canon McBride) suggest that the Shrine will be the National Shrine. The Shrine Council should not forget the intense efforts over the last 15 years, in which Roland Connelly should receive much credit. Given that the Ordinary of East Anglia is considered “accountable” for Walsingham Shrine, then the Bishop has directives:
- the Vicar General (Canon McBride) to be chair of the Executive Committee
- the Cardinal insists that “we get it right”: the Mass will be the Mass of Our Lady, statue of Our Lady is to go to Wembley for the Pope’s visit; Fr Birch to produce the detailed programme
- A statue of our Lady of Walsingham should be in the Chapel of Reconciliation – tapestry idea is troubling
- Anglican Administrator invited to Wembley for Ecumenical representation
- Slipper Chapel development to be completed before property initiative
- Consecration on 25 March to be low key with Shrine Council members in attendance and any others who can attend; not specifically inviting the Hierarchy.
Bishop considers the points raised by Fr Brown. Setting aside the Diocese's "penury", it is important to have a goal in mind - permanent church (small such as in Blakeney) or church centre? Bishop tends to the latter with a view to ecumenical sharing. although the Anglicans are currently building their own. What about the Methodist Church and its buildings?
Re Sr. Alies, provision for her will be largely at Wymondham's expense. but the idea is worth exploring.
Draft letter believed to be from Bishop Leo Parker to the SJ Provincial [Terence Corrigan?].
Having to make a submission on Diocesan properties to the Charity Commission before the end of March to meet the needs of the new Charities Act. No records of what the Society hold. Caister Chapel and cemetery seem to be leasehold and not freehold. Also who are the owners of St Mary's parochial school? Need information from the Society by return. The Diocesan solicitors are Witham, Weld and Co of 11 Ashby Place.
Mrs Jenny Standing (Secretary) informing Fr Allen that £46,000 has been credited to the Walsingham Development Fund with the proceeds from the sale of 3 Friday Market.
Bishop's OfficeProperty insurance for King's Lynn, premium £444.04:
St Martha's School - £300,080
Our Lady - £225,060
North Everard St - £75,020
Hall - £60,016
Mobile Class room - £9,002
Garage 12 Spencer Court - £1,000
£5,000,000 liability Insurance
Catholic National Insurance Trust LtdProperty insurance for King's Lynn, premium £533.20
St Martha's School - £318,085
Our Lady - £230,564
North Everard St - £79,521
Hall - £63,617
Mobile Class room - £9,542
Garage 12 Spencer Court - £1,060
£5,000,000 liability Insurance
Catholic National Insurance Trust LtdProperty insurance for King's Lynn, premium £556.43
St Martha's School - £337,170
Our Lady - £252,878
North Everard St - £84,292
Hall - £67,434
Mobile Class room - £10,115
Garage 12 Spencer Court - £1,124
£5,000,000 liability Insurance
Catholic National Insurance Trust LtdProperty insurance for King's Lynn:
St Martha's School - £ 272,800
Our Lady - £204,600
North Everard St - £68,200
Hall - £54,560
Mobile Class room - £8,184
£2,000,000 liability Insurance
Catholic National Insurance Trust LtdPage 1: Front page
Page 2-3: Elmham House
Page 4: The Old School
Page 4-5: Friday Market Church with Extended Sacristy
Page 6: 12 Friday Market
Page 7-8: 37 & 39 High Street (The Youth Hostel and building plot)
Page 8: 37 & 39 High Street; accommodation east of Number 37; plot with frontage to Coker's Hill
Page 10-12: Analysis and Recommendations
Page 12: Valuations
Page 13: signature
Page 14: map with reviewed properties marked
Sell Wells' Priests' House; history of occupancy and use (Fr Gerry Hulme / Fr Symes / Marists / Fr Murphy). House not needed and the former Congregation Hall across the road is available to borrow when necessary.
Fisher, Claude MBE KSG (-1985)"Scandal of 30 years"; lack of accommodation for the sick; sell this property; will do all he can to address lack
Fisher, Claude MBE KSG (-1985)Report (4 PAGES) (Allen)
Introduction - 8 years as Director; last meeting; personal assessment/view
The Season - Statue vandalised; TV publicity; next year Easter Mass will be televised
Ecumenism - describes a number of events; thanks a number of Anglican clergy
Music - continuing funding advised
Memorial Book - Mr John Lyons' enthusiasm and industry; an expensive project paid for by voluntary contributions
Finance & Major Projects - Financially the Shrine is improving; various property sales; toilets built; planned project is new lighting system for Chapel of Reconciliation
Conclusion - thanks a number of individuals associated with the Shrine for their help and support. Work has been hard but rewarding.
APPENDIX (7 PAGES) (Hawkes) - Estimates of Income and Expenditure for: Summary; Administration; Hostel; Kitchen; Slipper Chapel Shop; Shrine; Walsingham Association