“'Wanted a Rochdale Van': (...) The Manchester Van No II arrived in this parish on Monday, in charge of Capt. Fletcher and Cadet Barlow. (...) The Van brothers in the first few days were occupied in visiting, the mission proper not commencing until Saturday, when we began by holding a successful and well-attended tea meeting. After enjoying the good things provided, we had a splendid march through a portion of the parish, led by our brass band. Inside meeting at 7.30 when the lantern service 'The Prodigal Son' - was goven by Capt. Fletcher.”