1 down. Member of the clergy ordering aprons. 6 letters.

2 down. Initially, rummage under boxes in eager search for jewels. 6 letters.

3 down. Bet set lead arranged is loathsome. 10 letters.

5 down. Get better part of a shoe, we’re told. 4 letters.

6 down. Feel sorry for chap I typically embraced. 4 letters.

7 down. Suffering difficulties, became less bent for an audience. 10 letters.

11 down. Sift trifle nervously. 6 letters.

12 down. To begin with, all seem inhibited discussing events solely in private comments. 6 letters.

14 down. Small offshore community engaged by tennis lessons. 4 letters.

15 down. Dirty chickens and others, reportedly. 4 letters.