BOWLING

Opotiki News, Volume II, Issue 194, 14 June 1939, Page 2

BOWLING

THE OPOTIKI CLUB ANNUAL MEETING HELD SUCCESSFUL. SEASON Thq annual meeting of the Opotiki Bowling dub was held last night in the Club’s pavilion, the retiring president, Air. A. P. Stuart, occupying the chair. Apologies for absence' were received from Messrs. J. K. Sinclair and E. Reece. Before the commencement of business the chairman referred to the passing during the year of a fellow-showier, Air. Harry Webb. Air. Stuart referred to deceased’s good qualities and 1 said tbe club had sustained a very heavy Joss. As a mark of respect those present stood in si tone efor a few moments. The minutes of the previous annual* meeting were read by the secretary, Mr. C. Cave, and confirmed. The president then read the annual report and the balance-sheet was presented by the treasurer. Air. Beeves congratulated the committee on the greatly improved financial position. The report and balance-sheet were adopted. Election of Officers. Before vacating the chair, Mr. “Stuart said he had had a happy year as president; Not only the committee but the members also had enthusiastically supported him and he expressed the hope that the new president would have a similar experience. -Air. Stuart nominated Mr. B. A. Hediey for the position of president, and this was seconded by Mi*. C. Gordon. There being no further nominations Mr. Hediey was declared elected.

In returning thanks, Mr. Hediey said he was sure he would receive the full support of members. Vice-president, Mr. H. G. Beeves. Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. C. Cave.—Air. O. Gordon spoke in eulogistic terms of the very fine work done by Air. Cave since he had taken on the above duties. Committee, Alessrs. A. P. Stuart, Wilson Scott, H. Rowland, E. Reece, and J. 'J'. Tabb. . Auditor, Mr. G. A. Hathaway. 'Green Superintendent, Mr. C. Gordon. Green Committee, Messrs. A. Debreeenyi and J. K .Sinclair.—Messrs. Connor and Rowland referred to the good work that had been done by the green committee. Subscriptions.—On the motion of AIT. All. O. Kidd, seconded by Mr. Hathaway, it' was decided that subscriptions remain as the previous year. General Business. A letter was read from the secretary of the Bay of Plenty Bowling Centre, asking that the club delegates for the executive committee be appointed as soon as possible.—Messrs. R A. Hediey and W. J. Connor were appointed to represent t-lie Opotiki Club. All*. C. Gordon referred to the loss sustained by the club in the death of Mr. Harry Webb. He stated that deceased’s contribution to tliei welfare of the club hacl been a great deal more than most members were aware of. He ; moved that the club’s appreciation of deceased’s services be recorded and a copy sent to Mrs. V ebb. In reply to remarks about the green gardens, Mr. Wilson Scott said he had received! great assistance from Air. Keen, and he felt confident that the garden would be better still next season. A vote of thanks to the chair terminated the meeting. COMMITTEE MEETIN G THE OPENING DAY A brief meeting of the lie wl vi-elected committee followed the annual meeting. Following a short discussion it was decided, on the suggestion of Mr. Stuart, that the matter of the opening day be left in the hands of the green superintendent and the committee. A new member was proposed. The usual bank authority was approved, the president and secretary being authorised tc operate on the bank account. Alessrs. Connor. Stuart, Rowland and Tabb were appointed a match committee. Following the* committee meeting, supper was handed around. A vote Oi thanks to All*.* and Mrs. Tabb for providing the supper was carried by acclamation.

ANNUAL REPORT The president, AIT. A. P. Stuart, presented the- following report:— I have much pleasure in submitting the following report on. the past year’s activities of the Opotiki Bowl;ing Club : , As will'be seen by the balance sheet the club’s finances are in a satisfactory position, and in this connection, it is pleasing to record that several liabilities, which have been outstanding foci* gome considerable- time, have now been wiped cut. and' the excess of assets over liabilities shows a healthy position. - During t-lie past season, the green has been in excellent order, and many enjoyable club days have' been spent by members. We received a Visit from the neighbouring clubs, Whakatane and Ta'neatua on Boxing Day, and experienced much pleasure in contesting sonic hard fought games. Unfortunately the usual return visit was, not paid, as. Anniversary Day turned" out very weland the arrangements had to be cancelled. U’jhis club was represented in the Forbes Cup, the Francis Cup, and the Ferguson Cup, and members journeyed to Whakatane to contest the Executive Fours and" Champion of Champions competition. An inter-club visit wag also paid to the Citizen’s Club in February for a challenge match loathe Stevens pennant. . All visits were thoroughly enjoyed by our members who greatly appreciated the hospitality extended tothem in each case. For the first time an inter-house-tournament was played on the Club’s green on 16th. April, and proved a very successful function, nine teams contesting some very hard-fought and

interesting games! - Your committee decided to institutea garden party during the year, and this was held on 11th. A!arch. A very gratifying response was received, and the Club funds were considerably benefitted. thereby. The venture. was so successful that 1 should like to see the function lhade an annual affair. All members entered wholeheartedly into; making the afternoon go with a swing, and I wish to take this opportunity of sincerely . thanking all the members who so loyally backed up the committee's efforts. The singles champion for the season was Air. M. O. Kidd, who again carried off the honours this year. I particularly want to thank the green superintendent and greens committee, and also the willing band of helpers who formed a working bee, for their untiring work and interestin top-dressinng and maintaining the green in such excellent, condition, algo Mr. Wilson Scott for his interest in the garden and surroundings. Many • complimentary remarks have been passed on the fine show ol blooms during the year, and there is no doubt the display was wonderfully effective.

Our sincere thanks are also registered for the cheerful manner in which the lady members have assisted on club days, and in entertaining visiting teams, and particularly fertile enthusiasm displayed on the day of the garden party, when their untiring efforts were to a large extent responsible for its success. In conclusion I should like to* thank the officers and members of the committee for their loyal support and helpful suggestions during my. term of office, and earnestly hope, that these gentlemen may be persuaded to offer them selves for a further period to control the club’s activities.