The Cornishman newspaper of the 31st August 1905 contained this report from the Tribune Review of Butte City, Montana, of the ‘goings-on’ at a Cornish Tea Treat. Whether it is entirely true I do not know but the detail is fascinating and will stir the memories of those of a certain age. The report suggested…Continue Reading “Old Time Tay Treats – Reminiscences of Saffron Cake and Sugary Tay “
Collated by these organisations with photographs provided by many people and to them we give our thanks (see credits). The Tea Treat Wasn’t it yesterday we marched with the band? A straggling group proclaiming its faith. Girls in smart dresses and boys in best suits and ladies who made it a fashion parade….Continue Reading “Cornish Tea Treats – a photographic collection”

