NEW ZEALAND CLUB.

Dominion, Volume 6, Issue 1752, 17 May 1913, Page 3

NEW ZEALAND CLUB.

ANNUAL REPORT. In the annual report of the New Zealand Club, the committee congratulates members upon the continued success of the club, evidenced by a steadily-iucreas-ing membership (which now stands at 251), and a growing interest in the clubs affairs. There were large gatherings at each function during the year, and nianv distinguished guests w«ro eulerfained, whose speeches—many of them of national importance—were thoroughly appreciated and enjoyed by tho members. Tho committee'is considering tho necessity for improved arrangements in connection with tho catering for tho club's luncheons, and members arc assured that every effort will be made to bring about a better condition of affairs in this direction. In March last, a plebiscite was taken on tho questions of (1) increasing the charge for luncheon; (2) increasing tho annual subscription; and after fully considering the replies received, tho coimnittoe recommends that tlio annual subscription bo raised to 7s. Gd.,. and the charges for luncheon remain as at present. It Is anticipated that tlio increased income from subscriptions will be sufficient to meet tho club's expenses for tho year, and will permit of tho expenditure necessary to effect tho required improvement in "the luncheon arrangements. It was with much regret that the committee accepted the resignation of Mr. C. F. H. Pollock, who, as hon. secretary since December, 1911, has done excellent work in tlio club's interests. Mr. Pollock left Wellington in March last, and tho committee wishes to record their high, appreciation of his servicos. Mr. R. H. U ebb, who has boon hon. treasurer of tho club ever sinco its inception, has found it necessary to resign that position, and tho committee is very 'grnteful to him also for his valuable assistance in the past. Mr. G. 0. Sutton has accepted tho position of hon. secretary and treasurer of tho club. During consideration of proposed improvements in catering, eto., tho committee was urged by somo members to hold more elaborate functions and substantially increase tho changes, but this would be completely at varianco with the ideals of tho club. It was founded to provido an clastic, easily-managed system of bringing a larjje class of the community into touch with men and women of noto. The simplicity of the arrangements enables many distinguished people visiting Wellington for a brief period to l-o entortained, though otherwise thev would pass through tho capital unnoticed. Thus any substantial departure from present methods would not only narrow the club's opportunities of securing guests, but would also restrict its to a small section of the community.