From
a locally printed newspaper dated 9/6/16 = Departure
of Cyclists.
The Huntingdon Cyclists have had a rare send off on Saturday, when they entrained for Yorkshire and Lincolnshire to join the County Battalions. The boys were in high spirits, and friends gathered in strong force to wish them luck. It was a keen disappointment that “Jack” the regimental mascot, was left behind. The dog, too, was very reluctant to stop, and it was only by force that he was kept out of the train.
The
provision of a place of recreation and refreshment for the Territorials at
Huntingdon has been much appreciated. The premises formerly used by
Messrs. Murkett Bros. were well adapted for the purpose, and the Rector
with the assistance of a number of voluntary helpers has made them very
comfortable. Games are provided, and facilities given for reading and
writing. A large number of papers and periodicals have been given. Books
and magazines especially those which are freely illustrated, are much
appreciated by the men. Those who have old illustrated papers by them
cannot do better than send them to Soldiers Institute in High Street. The
Wesleyan School has also been placed at the disposal of the Territorials
for the purpose of reading and letter writing, and similar facilities are
provided at the Old Grammar School.
This hotel was used by the officers of the H C B as it was only a short distance from their Head quarters in St. Mary's Street.
Many thanks to Martyn Webster for providing a copy of this magnificent photograph of the HC B.
If you can help with any data on this Huntingdonshire Cyclist please contact me at huntscycles@btinternet.com
06/08/2009