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| Name | Role | Year | Notes | Source |
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| E C Gilbert | Sub Captain | 1876 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1877 | April 1877 to October ... | |
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1877 | October 1877 to April ... | |
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1878 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1878 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1879 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1879 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Captain | 1880 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Secretary | 1881 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Treasurer | 1881 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Treasurer | 1882 | ||
| E C Gilbert | Treasurer | 1883 | ||
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| 14/04/1877
Hastings Observer |
The Bicycle Club.—The half-yearly meeting of the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club was held at the Swan Hotel on Thursday evening. Mr A J Lovett was elected vice-president; Mr E C Gilbert, captain ; Mr. T Butcher, sub captain; Mr W Carswell, secretary; whilst Mr. A J White was re-elected treasurer. The rules were revised, and the future meetings will be held at the Swan Hotel the first Thursday in every month, at 8 o'clock p.m. The club is in a flourishing state, there being a good balance in hand. |
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| 14/07/1877
Hastings Observer |
Hastings and Leonards Bicycle Club.—A quarterly meeting of the above club was held at the Swan Hotel on Thursday evening last, when there was good attendance of members, the captain, Mr E C Gilbert, occupying the chair. The resignation of the sub-captain, Mr T Butchers, was accepted with regret, and Mr S Philcox was unanimously elected to fill the poet. The captain and other members decided to attend Sussex Bicycle Association meeting, to be held Brighton August 18th, to represent the club. Several new members were enrolled - Meets for general runs are held at the Swan Hotel, Highstreet, on every Wednesday, at seven o'clock. |
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| 23/02/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Bicycle Club. The annual dinner in connection the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club, which is now in a more flourishing state than it has been since its formation, took place at the Swan Hotel on Wednesday evening, when about twenty sat down to a most sumptuous spread, served up in Host Collins's well-known style. The chair was occupied by Mr A J Lovett, vice-president of the Club, and the vice-chair by Mr E C Gilbert, captain; and there were also present, Mr C B Gaitakell, Mr T Gilbert, Mr French (captain of the Maidstone Bicycle Club), Mr Butchers, Mr White (treasurer), Mr T Ainsworth, Mr F Ellis, Mr J Stace, Mr Carswell (secretary), Mr Sims, Mr Reed, Mr Philcox (sub-captain) Mr Crissford, Mr Wellerd, Mr Veness and Mr A Lovett jun. The cloth having been cleared, those present having 'charged' their glasses, The Chairman gave the health of 'The Queen, and the rest of the Royal Family' which was drunk with enthusiasm. Mr E C Gilbert next gave the toast of 'The Army, Navy, and Volunteers'. The former were too well known to them to need any remarks on their behalf from him. Of the volunteers he could only say that they had two or three corps in the town, and he thought they were as good as any throughout the kingdom. (hear hear.) He coupled with the toast the name of Mr. George Hutchings. Mr Hutchings in response, said he was not at the present time a member of the rifle corps, but be had served his three years, which he thought every young man ought to do, and he then left on the condition that he was to join again if he was ever wanted by Captain Cooper. In conclusion, he thought that the honour of England would be best served by the maintenance of peace. Mr. Butchers proposed the next toast, and he supposed that why he had to do so was in consequence of his leaving the town, and of his being about the only member present of the original club. The toast he was sure they would drink a most cordial manner. It was 'Success to the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club,' coupled with the name of Mr A J Lovett, the Vice-President. When the club was started, they first met at Miss Garrett's rooms in Castle-road, and they had been established but a very few weeks when they were introduced to Mr Lovett. That gentleman had been a kind help to them since that time through many difficulties, and the club would not be in the flourishing state it then was if it had not been for him (Mr. Lovett). He had also supplied them with a bicycle for learning, and introduced a new member in his son, who, though the youngest, was the pluckiest and best rider they had in the club. He (the speaker) himself thanked the Vice President personally for the business like manner in which he had carried out the duties of his office. He had known Mr. Lovett out of doors as a gentleman, and indoors as a thorough business man. He had much pleasure in proposing the toast. Mr Lovett returned them his sincere thanks for the kind manner in which they had drunk his health, and also Mr. Butchers for the way in which he had spoken of him. With reference to the club itself, they could take a very cheerful view of the case. He saw around him all the faces that he had the pleasure of seeing last year, and believed that they were steadily increasing in numbers. They had several very good riders, some were coming on, and he thought they would come on very well indeed. The had had some talk of challenging other clubs, and trying to win prizes; if not that, to give some away, they had such a good sum in hand. Last year they had a substantial balance in hand, but this year there was a still larger one. If 'they went on in the future as they had done in the past they were sure to succeed. He again thanked them for the kind manner in which, they had received the toast. The Chairman said he had to propose a toast was sure they would all drink with pleasure, and it was really the most important one of the evening —""The health of the Captain, Mr E Gilbert."" (Applause.) He had all the drudgery to do, to pick out the muddy parts of the road, and to keep the recruits away from them. He was a kind of monthly nurse. He encouraged alI those that could ride, and tried to make those ride who could not do so; and the least they could do was to drink to his good hearth. Mr Gilbert, in response, said he in no way deserved the praise their- Vice-Presidet had given him; he could not say much with regard to the club after that gentleman's speech. He (the speaker) would always do his best carry out the duties, and he hoped they would have many pleasant runs during the year. He again thanked them, and said it would be his pleasure to do his best for the club—which he hoped would prosper in every way. The Chairman gave "" The sub Captain, Mr S Philcox."" That gentleman always made himself agreeable, and kept the young recruits from, looking too much after the girls. (Laughter.) He did not know what they should do without him, as he was very useful as well as ornamental. Mr Philcox, in responding, said that if the club needed his assistance at any time he should be most happy to give it. The little he had done for the club had been done most willingly. He thanked them most heartily for the manner in which they bad drunk his health. Mr C Wellerd gave ""The health of the Secretary, Mr. Carswell,"" and in doing so said be was glad that they had chosen that gentleman for their secretary, he was all that could be desired, and had done all he could for the benefit of the club. Mr Carswell returned them his most hearty, thanks. They were a young club, and it was rather difficult to establish one of that kind, the sport not being so popular as many others. He trusted they would all do their best, and work together to keep the club established. They were in a flourishing condition, and as regarded the funds, they had a satisfactory balance. Mr S Philcox proposed ""The Health of the Treasurer.' Mr White responded in humorous speech. Mr E Gilbert then gave ""Other Clubs,"" coupled with the name of Mr. French, Captain of the Maidstone Club. Mr. French thanked them for the hearty manner which they had received the toast. He was happy to say that thought bicycling was on the increase. With reference to his own club, he was sure they would be pleased to meet them at any time, and the Maidstone Club wished their Hastings brethren every success. Mr White gave ""the Visitors,"" coupled with the name of Mr T Gilbert. Mr. Gilbeert thanked them for coupling his name with the toast, and assured them that he was very pleased to meet them there. He was happy to hear that the club was in such prosperous state, and he trusted to see them going on improving. The remaining toasts were ""The Ladies,"" proposed by Mr Reed and responded to by Mr. Gaitskell; ""The Press,"" proposed by the Chairman and responded to Mr Hutchings ; "" Mr. French, the Pianist; and ""The Host and Hostess."" There was some excellent singing during the evening by Mr T Ainsworth, Mr Crisford. Mr C Wellerd, Mr T Gilbert, Mr E C Gilbert, Mr Carswell, etc. |
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| 6/04/1878
Hastings Observer |
The Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club. Half-yearly meeting. The half-yearly meeting of the Hastings and St Leonards Bicycle Club was held, at the club-room, Swan Hotel, on Thursday evening, when the chair was occupied by the Vice President, Mr. A. J. Lovett: and amongst those present were Mr T Gilbert (Captain), Mr A J White (Treasurer), Mr W Carswell (Secretary), Mr Smith, Mr Reed, Mr A Sims, Mr A Lovett, jun., and Mr T Stace. The Chairman called upon the Secretary to give them short statement to hew they stood. The Secretary said that at the last half-yearly meeting they had a balance in hand of £3 8s. 6d. The members' subscriptions since that time had amounted to £3 10s., making total of £6 18s 6d. After all expenses had been paid, there would be balance hand of £4 8s. There were eighteen subscribing members and eight honorary members at present. Four new members where then proposed, and the two representatives of the local press present (the Observer and Chronicle) were made free members. The election of officials was then proceeded with, as follows:-Vice-President, Mr A J Lovett; Captain, Mr E C Gilbert; Sub-Captain, Mr S Philcox; Treasurer, Mr A J White; Secretary, Mr W Carswell; Committee (in addition to officers of the club), Mr C Wellerd, Mr A Sims, and Mr W Cutting. The rules of the club wen then gone through, and several alterations made. It was also decided to have regulations for riding, the first- and most important being that each member should have a bell affixed to his machine when riding in the evening after dusk, when he was travelling through crowded thoroughfares. The others were principally instructions as to the orders of the Captain and Sub-Captain. The removal of the head quarters to a more central position of the borough was next taken into consideration. Mr E C Gilbert said he had seen Mr Donald, of the Seaside Hotel, who had stated that he should be happy to place a room at the disposal of the club. The position would be a more central one, and more convenient to the members. He moved that the head-quarters be removed to the Seaside Hotel. . In answer to one of the members, Mr Gilbert said the terms would be the same as they had the present room on. Mr Sims seconded the motion, which was carried. A vote of thanks to the Chairman terminated the proceedings. There will be a meet of the club on Good Friday, when the members will ride to Hawkhurst where they will be met by the Maidstone Club. |
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| 9/08/1879
Hastings Observer |
The Pedestrian Fete The Annual Grand Pedestrian Fete took place in the Central Cricket and Recreation Ground on Bank Holiday. There was large attendance, as many as 5,000 people being present. The events consisted of four handicap races and a two-mile Amateur Bicycle Race. The entries to the races were exceedingly large, and the good number that came to scratch reflected great credit on the the Handicapper, Mr. H Cheal, who was also referee. Mr. S White acted as starter. The refreshments were supplied by Mr. Maplesden, of the Anchor Inn… Two Mile Handicap Bicycle Race.—1st prize, a Silver Cup, value £7 7s. ; 2nd, a Gold Medal, value £3 3s.; 3rd, a Silver Medal, value £1 15s. The race was in two heats, the first two in each heat to go in the final. In the first heat, J. R. Hamilton, Druids' Bicycle Club, who started at scratch, gradually passed his four opponents, and came in first, A J Lovett, Hastings Bicycle Club, 150 yds. start, being a good second. Great excitement prevailed when Lovett, who is a little fellow, hard pressed the winner during the latter part the race. In the second heat, E C Gilbert, Hastings Bicycle Club, 100 yds. start, was first, winning easily, and H Stiles, Hastings Bicycle Club, 160 yds. start, second. G Hilton, of Hastings, gave towards the close the race. The final was most interesting struggle between the four. Gilbert soon passed Stiles and Lovett, but was eventually overtaken by Hamilton, who won by about half-a-dozen yards, amidst much cheering, Gilbert being second. A fine struggle for the third prize took place between Stiles and Lovett, who were riding abreast until nearing the goal, when the latter put on won by three four yards. The races concluded, the rowdy element introduced itself, and free tights were the order of the day, one individual, who assaulted a police-constable, being conveyed to the lock-up. |
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| 4/10/1879
Hastings Observer |
Hastings & St Leonards Bicycle Club The annual meeting of the members of this Club was held at the Head-quarters, the Seaside and Pier Hotel, Thursday evening, Mr. A J Lovett being in the chair. There was a large number of members present. The Secretary's statement showed the Club to be a complete success in every way. The following officers were elected :—President, Sir. U J Kay-Shuttleworth, Bart., M.P. ; Vice-presidents, Messrs. A J Lovett, and O R Travers; Captain, Mr. E C Gilbert; Subcaptain, Mr. A Chesterfield; Hon. Secretary, Mr. F Amon; Treasurer, Mr. A J White; Bugler, Mr. C A Palmer. There were three retiring members on the Committee—Messrs. C Davis, Beckton, and Sims—and these offered themselves for re-election. Messrs. J Tutt, H F Style, and C Wellerd, were also proposed, and on a ballot being taken, the successful candidates were Messrs. C Davis, H F Styles, and J Tutt. Mr. E C Gilbert (Captain), referring to the general state the said he was very pleased to say the Club runs for the last quarter had been well attended. Two or three them, however had had be abandoned on account of the bad weather, but the whole, they were more successful than the previous quarter. Messrs. Sparks and Wollvin were elected members. It was decided that the whole of the members meet at head-quarters every Thursday, at 8.30, during the winter months. The revision of the rules was left to the Committee. It was announced during the meeting that the annual dinner would be held in November. A vote of thanks to the Chairman concluded the proceedings. |
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| 22/05/1880
Hastings Observer |
The Cricket Ground Pedestrian Fete. The Grand Pedestrian Fete, organised by the Amalgamated Friendly Societies of Hastings, in the Cricket Ground on Monday and Tuesday, attracted large numbers of spectators, on the former day especially, when the sports were witnessed by some 4,000 people… Two Mile Amateur Bicycle Race - First prize, a silver cup, value £7 7s.; 2nd, a gold medal, value £3 3s.; 3rd, a silver medal, value £1 10s. For this race there were nine entries, divided into two heats. In the first heat the five competitors entered started, four of the riders being members of the Hastings Bicycle Club. 1 T Woolven, who had 260 yards start, was never overtaken, and won; 2 A J Lovett, with 200 yards start being 2nd; 3 G S Row, Hornsey BC the scratch man, 3rd; and 4 W Chesterfield 4th. 5 T Ellerback, 300 yards start, gave up on being passed by Woolven. In the second heat three of those entered started, the absentee being H H Arnold, of Hastings, who had 150 yards start 1 E C Gilbert, Hastings, 100 yards start, passed the winning post first; 2 M Pritchard, Druids BC, 25 yards, being 2nd; and 3 F Beck, Hastings, 300 yards, 3rd. It may be added that the latter competitor was very much out of form through recent indisposition. The final, which was run later on in the evening, was the most attractive feature of the programme, the two first each heat contesting, and the race was watched with a deal of interest. It was Woolven's first appearance at a racing meeting and, therefore, his qualities were not known; but his riding in the first heat was remarkably good, and it was predicted that he stood a good chance for the first or, at least second place in the final. Gilbert's riding was pretty well known as well that of Lovett, and it was naturally anticipated that the scratch man knew his way round. Woolven had a start of 260 yards, and he was followed by Lovett, Gilbert having 100 yards start of the scratch man. Lovett lost ground, and Gilbert passed in somewhat early part of the race. The scratch man, whose ""form"" was much admired, gradually drew towards his opponents, and having passed Lovett, reached Gilbert, and, with a fine spurt, slipped into the second place. Woolven had, throughout the race, carefully preserved his lead, riding in first rate form for a novice. Although the scratch man began to warm up, it was thought impossible that he could seize the lead, and at the close of the race 1 Woolven still unpassed, 2 Pritchard was second, and 3 Gilbert third. 4 [Lovett] Event: |
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| 24/07/1880
Hastings Observer |
ANNUAL BICYCLE RACE MEETING The annual race meeting in connection with the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club, which was postponed from July 7th, in consequence of the wet weather, came off under much more favourable circumstances on Wednesday afternoon last, in the Central Cricket and Recreation Ground. The various events were witnessed by a considerable number spectators, and … … The ground, although rain had fallen heavily during the preceding night and early morning, was pronounced to be in excellent condition for riding. The arrangements were under the immediate supervision of the energetic Hon. Secretary, Mr F Amon, and well he performed his arduous task. Tents for the accommodation of members, and a large canvas enclosure for spectators, had been erected on the ground, and placards on the canvas announced ”No betting allowed."" In the absence of Mr O R Travers, Mr C H Gausden acted as judge, and in the absence of Mr R E Quick, Mr J W Tutt acted as starter. The competitions commenced a few minutes after three o'clock, and did not terminate until nearly nine. The following were the results: ONE MILE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP RACE. First prize, value £2 10s, presented by Mr G B Gaitskell; second prize, value £1 1s, presented Mr S Chester; third prize, value 10s 6d, presented by Mr F W Beck. There were three heats in this race, the results being as follows: First Heat A W Chesterfield, 1st; T. C Becton, 2nd; A E Shortell, 3rd. Second Heat F W Beck, 1st; E C Gilbert, 2nd; T Lovett, 3rd. Final Heat Beck, 1st; Gilbert, 2nd; Chesterfield, 3rd; Becton, 4th; Lovett, 5th; Shortel, 6th. This race was naturally regarded as a test one, the riders all starting at scratch point. Beck, who showed some splendid riding - a vast improvement of his last exhibition in the ground – led round the first corner, but was soon passed by Chesterfield, whose form of riding was much admired. Gilbert, having distanced Beckton, was third in order, and at times somewhat closely pressed the second man. Beck, however, put on spurt, which Chesterfield could not resist, and again headed the run. Gilbert also succeeded in passing Chesterfield, who was clear would not be able to recover his position. Towards the close there was a struggle between Beck and Gilbert, but the latter was not equal to the task, and Beck ran in at the head with good lead. PLANK RACE. The competitor who rides the longest distance to compete in the final heat. First prize value £1 1s, presented by Sir Ughtred Kay-Shuttleworth Bart, President; second prize, value 10s 6d. There were five heats, the successful competitors being - First heat A W Chesterfield; second heat A T Lovett; third heat W Beck; fourth heat J N Seward. Final heat A T Lovett, 1st; A W Chesterfield 2nd. This race did not excite great deal interest, although it required deal of skill proceed far on the planks. TWO MILE MOUNTING ND DISMOUNTING RACE First prize, value £3 3s. (£2 2s presented by Mr F A Inderwick QC MP Vice President, £1 1s added); second prize, value £1 10s; third prize value 10s 6d presented by Mrs Story. First heat - A W Chesterfield 1st; A E Shortell, 2nd; A T Ellerbeck 3rd. Second Heat – A T Lovett, 1st; H Davis, 2nd. Final Heat – A W Chesterfield 1st; H Davis 2nd; A T Lovett, 3rd. This race was one of the most amusing. The strenuous efforts of some of the competitors to mount their machines quickly causing roars of laughter. One or two, also, were placed hors de combat. FIVE MILE HANDICAP First prize, value £3 3s (£1 is presented by Mr C J Murray, MP, Vice President with £2 2s added); second prize, value £1 10s presented by Mr J Davis; third prize 10s 6d presented by Mr F Amon. First Heat E C Gilbert (scratch), 1st; F W Beck (225 yards) 2nd; C. Shortell (300 yards), 3rd. Second Heat - A. W. Chesterfield (100 yards ), 1st; H Chester (225 yards), 2nd; T C Beckton (150 yards) 3rd. Final Heat – Beck, 1st; Gilbert 2nd; Shortell, 3rd. - In the final heat, Gilbert rode exceedingly well, but was unable to overtake Beck, who won a splendid race by about 50 yards ; indifferent third. ONE MILE CONSOLATION First prize, value £1, presented by Mr Otho R. Travers, Vice-President; second prize, value 10s 6d, presented by Mr E C Gilbert Captain; third prize value 10s 6d presented by Mr A W Chesterfield, sub-Captain. Open to members riding in two of the previous races and not gaining a prize. There were six competitors in this. race, the result being as follows: 1st A J Ellebeck; 2nd T C Beckton; 3rd A E Shortell. This brought the programme to a close, and the Club may be congratulated upon a successful meeting. Event: |
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| 7/08/1880
Hastings Times |
… The next race was the race of the day, and consisted of a three miles bicycle handicap, run in two heats. Considerable excitement was manifest in both races. The racing was exceedingly good. THREE MILES LOCAL HANDICAP BICYCLE RACE. First prize to the value of £5; second. £3; third £2. First Heat F W Beck, 175 yards start 1 W Davis, 200 ditto 2 A L Lovett, 180 ditto This was a closely-contested race, some splendid form being shown by several of the riders. F W Beck passed into first place, beating H Davis, who was second. A L Lovett, who was third, rode in capital style. E C Gilbert, scratch, also showed some fine form, but the task imposed upon him was too much, he failing to take a place. Second Heat. C Shortell, 300 yrads start 1 A W Chesterfield 100 ditto 2 F Amon 250 ditto 3 Only three of eight competitors turned up in this race. A good start was effected. Chesterfield soon passed Amon and rapidly gained on Shortell, but the distance was too short to overhaul him. Chesterfield, therefore, took second place. Final Heat, F W Beck, 175 yards start (£5) 1 C Shortell, 300 ditto (£3) 2 A T Lovett, 100 ditto (£2) 3 H Davis, 200 ditto F Amon, 250 ditto A Chesterfield, 100 ditto A very good start was made, all the competitors getting of well together. F Beck passed Shortell, Davis, and Amon, and took first place. Lovett, who rode exceedingly well, succeeded in getting into third place. Shortell kept his in the second position throughout the race. Chesterfield also rode well. The race occupied 10min 23sec. This concluded the sports… Event: |
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| 9/10/1880
Hastings Observer |
HASTINGS AND ST. LEONARDS BICYCLE CLUB. The half-yearly meeting of the members of this Club, was held at the Seaside Hotel, on Thursday evening. Sixteen members were present, and Mr Gilbert occupied the chair. OFFICERS. The resignation of Mr E C Gilbert, who bas been Captain since the formation of the Club, was received and accepted, and Messrs. A W Chesterfield and H Davis unanimously elected Captain and Sub-Captain respectively. A hearty vote of thanks to Mr Gilbert for past services, was proposed by Mr J Lewns, and carried amid loud applause. ATTENDANCE PRIZE. The prize value £1 1s, for best attendance at Club runs during the season, was awarded to Mr A T Lovett. A VOTE OF THANKS To the Chairman, brought the proceedings to close. THE REPORT Bears date October 4th, and the Committee state therein that the Club runs during the past season have been successful and enjoyable and well attended, consequent upon an increased number of riders. The prize, value £1 1s., for best attendance, will be shortly presented. Through the liberality of the President, Vice-Presidents, and friends of the members, the Committee were enabled to offer good prizes, which resulted in our having a successful Race Meeting, the expenses of which exceeded £31, but in consequence of a postponement on account of the weather being necessary, the receipts did not reach that sum which your Committee expected from the character of the programme. Members of the Club have competed open races, and have been successful in taking some the best prizes. Some extended tours have also been taken, Yorkshire, Cambridgeshire, Warwickshire, etc., having been visited. In accordance with the new rule passed at the last half-yearly meeting, electing the officers and committee of the Club for one year, the same members retain office during the next half-year. The financial statement, in connection with the annual race meeting sheet, shows a loss of £4 12s 11d, the donations amounting to £15 9s ?d; the sum realized at the race meeting being £11 9s 2d. The expenditure set down at £31 10s. 7d., including the sum of £18 1s laid out in prizes. The balance-sheet shows a surplus to the good of £7 6s 1d. |
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| 9/10/1880
Hastings Times |
HASTINGS AND ST.LEONARDS BICYCLE CLUB.—The half-yearly meeting of the Hastings and St. Leonards Bicycle Club was held on Thursday evening at the Seaside Hotel. The chair was occupied by Mr C Gilbert, [E C Gilbert] and there was a good attendance of members. Mr. Gilbert, who has held the office of captain of the club since its formation, tendered his resignation, which was accepted. After a short dissuasion, Mr A W Chesterfield was elected captain, and Mr H Davis was appointed to the post of sub captain. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Gilbert his past services. A prize, valued £1 1s, for the best attendance at the club runs during the season, was awarded to Mr A T Lovett. The financial statement is very satisfactory, showing a balance in hand of £7 6s 1d. |
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