The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016
1949 – 2016
Transcribed from the hand written minutes of the Avon Valley MCC meetings, by T. Arlott
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Contents Formation
October 1949
Pg. 5
Affiliating to the S.A.C.U.
January 1950
Pg. 7
First semi-permanent Clubroom (15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven)
March 1951
Pg. 10
Constitution revision
January 1952
Pg. 19
First Scramble mention
Sept. 52/Mar. 53
Scramble protest Press Clippings
April 1954
Pg. 43
End of use of 15 Commercial Rd
May 1956
Pg. 64
Purchasing of permanent Clubrooms (3 Dunlop St., Strathaven)
January 1957
Pg. 70
Introduction of Closed event Permits and insurance cover
February 1958
Pg. 80
AGM (10years old)
September 1959
Pg. 94
Final discharge of loans for Clubroom purchase.
March 1960
Pg. 99
First action for Clubroom fire escapes
May 1961
Pg. 110
First mention of existence of Billiard table
August 1961
Pg. 113
Alternative Scrambles course required
November 1962
Pg. 122
First Club children’s Christmas Party
December 1962
Pg. 122
First mention of Duplicator
October 1963
Pg. 129
Tubular frame chairs arrive
February 1964
Pg. 132
Entrants licences issued
A.G.M. 1964
Pg. 137
Jimmy Clark accident (5/6 months)
November 1964
Pg. 139
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Pg. 26 & 31
The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Ian Hamilton accident
December 1966
Pg. 158
Theft
August 1968
Pg. 173
Gilbert Wedgewood accident
December 1968
Pg. 179
Thistle Rally at Strathyre
February 1969
Pg. 180
S.A.C.U. Scottish Championships
for Speed 1968
Pg. 181
AGM (20years old)
September 1969
Pg. 189
Second largest Club in Scotland
February 1970
Pg. 196
Thistle Rally, Strathyre
February 1970
Pg. 198
Biggest Club in Scotland
November 1970
Pg. 207
Sample year accounts (decimalisation yr.)
September 1971
Pg. 216
Camping Weekends
April 1973
Pg. 233
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Introduction This is a record of all the meetings recorded that were held by the Avon Valley MCC from its inception through to latter years (post 1975) when the documentation of the club was less rigorously maintained and retained. There may be a few inaccuracies for which I’ll apologise in advance if I have misinterpreted the hand written words as they were presented in the minute record books. It is compiled by me, Tom Arlott. It has been an interesting experience particularly when my parents, particularly my father, Dave Arlott, appears to have been fairly pro-active in the 6 years of the club’s history even prior to my own birth! I also found it interesting that the formalities of recording the minutes became much less severe as time moved forward, where at the outset Mr. was very prevalent 10-12 years on and it’s been dropped and replaced with every day forenames like Willy and Jimmy. Any Italics is of my own hand, as is any { } added, these indicate additional information I have added to give clarity especially regarding the meeting dates as quite often there was a run of monthly meetings with no year shown or sometimes when the Chairman signed of the previous minutes, it did or didn’t state ‘signed’. Where text is struck through this is ‘as is’ in the minutes where they have gone back and changed something, or in members lists where a membership has expired. As of February 2017 the content of this document up to page 254, is unlikely to change. Any changes that do occur will be listed here with a revision date. Likewise, any additions made to the document beyond the current page count of 266 will also be listed with a revision date.
The Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club ceased to exist as such, in the Summer of 2016, after almost 67 years since its inception. As per the terms of the constitution set out in 1949, all remaining proceeds of the Avon Valley M.C.C. were donated to the Erskine Hospital, as it is in its present guise as a care home for exservice men and women. The sum donated on behalf of all members past and present was £28,952.82. The Erskine Hospital has used the donation to commission a specific Wheelchair Access Vehicle capable of carrying 2 wheelchairs and 4 able bodied people. It will be sign written with the fact it was obtained by the donation from the A.V.M.C.C. You may well see it in use, in and around central Scotland at some time.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 30th October 1949 A meeting was held in Stonehouse Public hall to form a motor cycling club. 18 persons attended the meeting. The following were appointed as office bearers :John Murray Captain/Chairman John Clark Secretary Treasurer Robert Sharp Secretary Joseph Forrest Treasurer William Thompson Committee member John Brown Committee member The committee and club members decided on the following rules:1. 2.
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Name of the club to be “ Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club “. Administration to consist of five in number comprising Chairman/Captain, Secretary, Treasurer and two members of committee These to be elected at the Annual General Meeting which will be held in December of each year. The Chairman will officiate at all meetings. Votes to be by show of hands. The object of the Club shall be to create a better social spirit among motorcyclists who join through the medium of tours and social outings. Annual Subscription to be 5/- d per member. This will include a membership card. Pillion or side-car passengers optional to all members. Members may be owners of motor cycles. motor cars or three wheelers. That committee meeting will be held when required to deal with any business or questions which may arise. Suggestions from members for runs will be welcome and should be submitted to the Secretary. New members may run with the club for three runs when they may be proposed by a current member. Membership and badge will only be issued on payment of subscription. st Subscription to be paid by the 1 December each year for the ensuing season. If subscription is still outstanding after a further seven days the person or persons concerned will require to re-join. New members must pay the full subscription when joining unless after the 31st August, when his subscription will hold good till the end of the next season. The Club Badge will always remain the property of the Club and must be returned if the member leaves the Club. A member enrols on the understanding that he will abide by the Club Rules. The Captain will be in charge of all runs, or by their order, someone well acquainted with the road being traversed. The Secretary will travel at the tail end of the club when he is present. Members are requested to take up the same position on each Club run so that they will get used to driving behind the same rider each week. A first aid kit will be carried by the Secretary on each run. Should a breakdown occur on the road, two members will be detailed to remain behind and render assistance to the member who has had the breakdown. An Extraordinary Meeting can only be called by a proposal submitted to the committee and stating the reason for such a step and must be (signed) by seven members of the club. Any member passing leader of the club, except in case of emergency, will be fined 6d. If at any time the Club dissolves, the entire funds will be handed over to Erskine Hospital.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 It was also decided at the meeting that each member should pay 6d per week towards meeting the expense of the hiring of the hall. The Secretary was requested to make application to the authorities for use of a room in the school. This was proposed by William McIntosh and seconded by John Stewart. A business meeting to be held once a month was proposed by Margaret Sharp and seconded by James Miller. {signed} – J Murray 27/Nov 49 An undated notation preceding the first meeting minutes showed a meeting which 23 persons attended, changed the officials of the club as follows John Murray Captain/Chairman Robert Sharp Secretary John Clark Treasurer William Thompson Committee member John Brown Committee member James Lang Committee member Archibald Pinkerton Committee member The committee and club members decided to keep on the Rules which have not been altered except for an extra two committee members. The first set of minutes were amended as shown, to reflect these changes. This may well have coincided with the meeting of 5/9/50. 27th November 1949 At a meeting held in Stonehouse Public Hall the agenda was as follows:1.
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The Secretary received communication from the local authorities stating permission for use of a room in school one evening per week. A show of hands was taken and Tuesday was decided as the most suitable evening. Due to domestic reasons John Clark resigned from his office as Secretary. Bill Thomson proposed that Margaret Sharp and Joseph Forrest should be appointed as joint Secretary & Treasurer and John Murray seconded the motion. A design for the Club Badge was submitted by James Clark and it was unanimously approved by the members. John Clark was requested to order 25 badges. {signed} – J Murray 30/Dec/ 49
20th December 1949 At a business meeting held in Stonehouse school the agenda was as follows:1.
A proposal was put forward by Joseph Forrest that the Club apply to the S.A.C.U. for affiliation. This was seconded by John Clark.
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It was agreed to open a current account with Union Bank, Stonehouse. Joseph Forrest was granted authority to operate on the bank account during his term of office. A proposal was put forward by Victor Govan to hold a Free Gift Scheme. This was seconded by Nancy Davidson and the Secretary was instructed to have books printed. It was unanimously decided to hold a Whist Drive in Stonehouse Miners Welfare Hall on the 14th February 1950. The committee were instructed to deal with this. The Free Gift Scheme prizes are to be distributed at the Whist Drive. {signed} – J Murray 31/Jan/ 1950
31st January 1950 At a business meeting held in Stonehouse school the agenda was as follows:1. 2. 3.
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The minutes of the last meeting were read, found to be correct and Signed. The Secretary informed us that our application for affiliation to the S.A.C.U. had been granted. Ellen Miller proposed that the Whist Drive tickets should be 3/- d each, this was seconded by James Lang. It was also decided that each person should attend to the table or tables they were providing for. Free Gift Scheme tickets were distributed among the members, the cost of be 3d per ticket or 5 for 1/- d. {signed} – J Murray 28/Feb/ 50
28th February 1950 At a business meeting held in Stonehouse school the agenda was as follows:1. 2.
The minutes of the last meeting were read, found to be correct and Signed. The Secretary reported that a nett profit of (£48-2-3d) forty eight pounds 2 shillings and threepence had been gained as a result of the Whist Drive and Raffle held in the Miners Welfare Hall on Tuesday the 14th February 1950. {signed} – J Murray 28/Mar/ 50
28th March 1950 At a business meeting held in Stonehouse school the agenda was as follows:-
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 1. 2.
The minutes of the last meeting were read, found to be correct and Signed.
There are no recorded minutes of any meetings between March and September.
5th September 1950 At a business meeting held in Stonehouse school the agenda was as follows:1.
A new committee was elected, it was as follows:John Murray Robert Sharp John Clark William Thompson John Brown James Lang Archibald Pinkerton
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Captain/Chairman Secretary Treasurer Committee member Committee member Committee member Committee member
It was proposed and carried to bring the 6d per week Subscription back again as from Tuesday 12 September 1950. It was proposed to hold a motor cycle gymkhana, arrangements for which have still to be made. {signed} – J Murray
24th October 1950 At a business meeting held in Stonehouse school the agenda was as follows:1. 2.
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The minutes of the last meeting were read, found to be correct and Signed. A letter was received from the county council informing the club that we would have a cost of 3/6d (three and sixpence) per night to cover the cost of heating, lighting and cleaning. It was decided that the club meetings be held on the first Tuesday of every month, starting as from Tuesday the 7th November. {signed} – J Murray
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 12/12/50 At the Avon Valley Motor Cycling Club annual general meeting held in the Stonehouse miners welfare hall the business was as follows 1. 2.
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The bank balance stands at £58-5-8. The total income to club funds for year ending 31st Oct. 1950 was £87-19-9. This consists of weekly subscriptions, membership fees, profits from the whist drive & raffle, donations and money from club badges. Expenditure for same period was £29-14-0. The bank account stands at £55-0-3 and the rest is held by the Treasurer in cash. There is also £2-14-0 owed to the club by members who have not paid their weekly subscriptions as laid down in club rules. A new committee was elected, it was as follows:John Murray John Clark William Gibson William Thompson James Lang David Arlott Robert Smith
Captain/Chairman Secretary/Treasurer Committee member Committee member Committee member Committee member Committee member {signed} – J Murray
9th January 1951 Held film show in Stonehouse Welfare Hall. 1950 Grand Prix at Silverstone. After film show we held a meeting and decided to send a wreath in memory of George Cambell, one of our club members, who was killed in a road accident at Lesmahagow on Sunday 7th January 1951. {signed} – J Murray
23rd January 1951 A meeting was held in Stonehouse public school. Arranged reliability trial for club members on Saturday 27th Jan. starting at station road Strathaven at 1:30PM. Mr James Arneil briefed club members on rules for trial and he arranged with club members to act as marshalls. Next meeting 6th Feb. at Strathaven (provisionally in lesser town hall Strathaven.) {signed} – J Murray
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 27th January 1951 Successfully ran reliability trial. 15 competitors started and all finished except V. Govan who got lost on route. Prizes will be given out at next film show on 6 th Feb. in lesser town hall, Strathaven. {signed} – J Murray 6th February 1951 Held film show in lesser town hall Strathaven approx. attendance 70. Films shown, 1950 TT, Model car racing and oil drilling. Met 10 members of Blantyre MCC and arranged to meet them on Sunday 11th Feb. to be shown over their scramble. {signed} – J Murray
11th February 1951 Twelve of our club went to Blantyre and were shown over their proposed scramble and grass track course. Our members decided that the courses were too severe to be attempted by their standard road machines and that we would not arrange an interclub scramble at the moment. Any individual member who wanted to enter meetings at Blantyre would be helped in every possible way by the club.
20th February 1951 Held meeting in Stonehouse Welfare hall. Arrangements were made to run another reliability trial and Mr James Glass and Mr David Arlott were appointed to arrange a course. Enquires were to be made about a workshop to let, which appeared in the Hamilton Advertiser on Saturday 17th Feb.
6th March {1951} Held film show in Strathaven town hall and held short business meeting afterwards. Club members approved of renting premises at 15 Commercial Road and to altering same into a club room. Mr David Arlott and Mr James Glass have now arranged route for the proposed trial to be held on Sat. 10 th March. Competitors to meet at Station Road at 2 PM.
3rd April {1951} At this business meeting the club decided to go ahead with the repairs to club room and to do work themselves after hearing the estimate from Messrs Park builders
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Strathaven. The estimate was £24-10/- for the floor and £4 for patching the walls. Club member James Meikle offered to come on Saturday with his tractor to cart ashes to the club room for bottoming for the floor and some of the other members were to meet him at 2 o’clock. A proposal by J. Arneil to prepare a program of club sporting events for 1951 was agreed upon and another proposal by myself, it was agreed to form a sporting committee to organise and prepare a program and events for the rest of the season. It was also agreed that entry forms would be issued before running any more events and that this form accompanied with the entry fee must be handed to the sporting committee 2 weeks before the event is being run. Names of Sporting Committee J. Arneil, D. Arlott, J. Glass, W. Frew, J. Brown. A proposal to change the club night from Tuesday to Friday was met by a mixed reception from the members present, an equal vote being recorded. It was felt that this was not a true vote and we decided to postcard all members for their views on the matter and to take another vote at a later date. Written votes from members would be accepted. Members were also reminded to look Hamilton Advertiser for club news which in future will only be under Strathaven news. Also ask on postcard what kind of events members prefer. EK Show, Gymkhana. Decided to forward to show committee these events; Bending race, Obstacle race, Tilt the bucket and Chariot race. 24 competitors nominated. {signed} – J Murray
April 17th {1951} A business meeting was held in Strathaven Lesser Town Hall. Discussion was mainly on running Gymkhana on 16th June. Entry forms were distributed by J. Arneil and 18 were returned filled in and with 2/- entry decided upon by club members. 6 old prams are required for the chariot race and members were asked to look out for them. The sporting committee took up a suggestion by Douglas Smith to run a treasure hunt, and it was decided to run this event on Tuesday 1st May starting from Station Rd. at 7 PM. {signed} – J Murray
May 1st {1951} Treasure hunt was run off under very wet conditions and was enjoyed by all competitors. Prize winners were as follows, 1st W. Gibson, 2nd R. Sharp, 3rd J. Glass. No business was discussed and next meeting was arranged for Tuesday 15 th May at
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 7:30 in Lesser Town Hall. Club run was arranged to leave Station Rd. on Sunday 6th May at 10 AM. Destination was Errol Aerodrome where speed event was taking place. {signed} – J Murray
May 15th {1951} At a business meeting in lesser town hall Strathaven, it was decided by club members to accept the offer of plastic boarding for the ceiling of our club room. Cost of boarding and material for putting it up was £6. It was also decided to have the chimney swept and the fireplace built in by a builder (Shearer). For our Gymkhana on 16th June we now have 4 prams, 2 from J. Arneil and 2 from D. Arlott. Next meeting 29th May in Club room. {signed} – J Murray
May 29th {1951} At a business meeting in club room it was decided to meet at central garage on Monday 4th June to prepare equipment for gymkhana. J. Brown to see about plaster boarding for ceiling and also to see Shearer (plasterer) about building in fireplace. {signed} – J Murray
16th June {1951} Successfully ran Gymkhana in EK Show ground in conjunction with EK Young Farmers club. EK Young Farmers supplied the prizes, in all £6 to be divided as follows, First in each of the events on the program – 15/-, second 10/- and third 5/-. The prize winners were as follows:st
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Bending Race – 1 D. Smith, 2 T. Weir, 3 J. Arneil Obstacle race – 1st R. Robertson/J Sharp, 2nd J. Glass/J. Arneil, 3rd C. Cowan/J. Clark Pram race – 1st R. Robertson/J. Sharp, 2nd J. Scott/A. Hamilton, 3rd A. Kirkwood/J. Henderson Tilt the bucket – 4 successful competitors, R. Smith, J. Davidson, W. Gibson. {signed} – J Murray
26th June {1951}
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 General discussion on Gymkhana and decided to start putting up plaster boarding. {signed} – J Murray 10th July {1951} Started work on ceiling and decided to have meeting nights as working nights to hurray on work in club room. Informed members of sporting fixtures up till end of July. Next meeting 24th july. {signed} – J Murray
24th July {1951} Continued work on club room, decided to hold meetings weekly to press on with work on club room. Mr & Mrs Arlott started repairing chairs. {signed} – J Murray 31st July {1951} Continued work in club room. {signed} – J Murray th
7 August {1951} Arranged with club to go to S.A.C.U. rally in Fife on 11th August. Continued work in club room. {signed} – J Murray 14th August {1951} Informed club members that our Club were beaten from winning S.A.C.U. Rally by ½ a point. The winning club registered 90 points while our club registered 89½ points. Continued work in club room. {signed} – J Murray 21st August {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Organised club run to Powfoot on Sunday 26th Aug. leaving club room at 9:30 AM.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 28th August {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Organised club run to Errol Aerodrome on 2nd Sept. leaving club room 10 AM. 4th September {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Decided to apply to fuel office for coal and to food office for tea and sugar for clubroom. 11th September {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Organised club run to Errol Aerodrome on 16th Sept. leaving clubroom 10:30 AM. 18th September {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Decided to run treasure hunt on Sunday 23rd Sept. Members to meet at clubroom at 2 PM. 25th September {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Decided that work was far enough ahead in the clubroom to let us have the official opening night on Oct. 16th Mr James Gibson was asked to arrange purvey for 36 persons from Messrs Taylor, Strathaven. 2nd October {1951} Continued work in clubroom. Made arrangements with Mr J. Arneil to have film show on club opening night 16th Oct. Film to be comedy and club to cover cost of hiring and postage. Matt Fleming to make enquiries about getting to loan of 8 forms and 2 tables from local Y.M.C.A. Arranged to have radiogram and records on opening night. 9th October {1951} Meeting held to make final arrangements for 16th Oct. Purvey ordered, Film ordered, Radiogram arranged and Mr. R. Sharp to bring his accordion. Program of events as follows; Music on Radiogram from 7:30 PM till 8 PM. 8 PM till 9:20 PM approx. Film show. 9:20 PM Tea. 9:45 PM till 10:30 PM Sing song – R. Sharp. 10:30 PM Social meeting ends. 16th October {1951} Official Clubroom opening night. Everything went according to plan, meeting disbanded at 10:30 PM. . 23rd October {1951} Short film show of Esso films Mr. __________ of the Esso company gave us a talk on how his company were trying to help clubs with their educational films and he was duly thanked for his co-operation by our chairman who conveyed clubs appreciation
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 for such interesting films. Arranged for trial to be held on Sunday 28th Oct. at 1 PM at Station Rd. {signed} – J Murray 30th October {1951} At a business meeting held in clubroom it was decided to hold a series (probably 3) of whist drives during the coming winter. It was suggested that the first one should be held as soon as possible at Stonehouse if a hall was available and Mr. J Murray was to enquire about a booking. Mr. James Gibson was to enquire about the cost of hiring the Cabin Tea Rooms, Strathaven, for a whist at a later date. It was also suggested that a dart board should be bought for the use of club members with a view to holding tournaments during the winter months. Club members were asked to meet in Station Rd on Sunday 4th Nov. at 1 PM for the purpose of looking for sections suitable for inclusion in a trial. A raffle is to be run at the first whist drive, 1000 books of 5 tickets are to be printed and all gifts of prizes were to be known by Tuesday 6th Nov. in order to have the tickets printed. {signed} – J Murray 6th November {1951} At a business meeting held in clubroom on 6th Nov. it was reported by Mr. James Gibson that the cost of hiring the Cabin Tea Room, Strathaven, is as follows, Cost of hiring Cabin for whist is 2/- or 2/3d per head including tea. Cost of hiring Cabin for dance 8PM -1 AM 2/9d per head including tea. It was also reported that Stonehouse Welfare Hall is available on 27th Nov. and it was decided to hire hall and hold a whist drive on that date. A Social Committee was formed for the purpose of organizing this whist and any future functions. The members nominated were – J. Murray, J. Gray, J. Stewart, W. Frew. Agreed to get 200 Whist tickets printed. Price of tickets to be 2/6d. Members were asked to bring packs of playing cards to next meeting. Whist is to start at 7:30 PM, tea to be served at interval. It was decided to hire Cabin Tea Room for 21st December for the purpose of another whist. {signed} – J Murray 13th November {1951} At a business meeting held in clubroom on 13th Nov. The main subject for discussion was the running of the Whist Drive to be held in Stonehouse Welfare on Tuesday 27th Nov. Mr J. Murray of the social committee reports that he is satisfied with the arrangements and asked members that are supplying prizes to bring them along next Tuesday. A small raffle is to be run during the whist and prizes for this are to be bought from proceeds of a collection from members amounting to 13/-. Playing cards are to be bought next week. It was also decided to hold a social evening on Boxing day, refreshments to be provided and a purvey laid on. Cost of this social
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 evening to be evenly divided between members present. A club run to scramble at Carmen Dam, run by the Loch Lomond M.C.C. leaves Strathaven at 11 AM. Members are reminded that a film show is to be held on Tuesday 20th Nov. at 7:30 PM. {signed} – J Murray 20th November {1951} A very enjoyable film show was held in clubroom. Members were addressed at its conclusion by Mr Powell of Esso Petroleum company and he was duly thanked for supplying the films for the show, by Mr J. Murray. Mr James Arneil supplied and operated the projector. Final arrangements were made regarding the whist drive on 27th Nov. Annual General Meeting is to be held in clubroom on 4th Dec. at 7:30 PM. New office bearers will be elected then. {signed} – J Murray 4th December 1951 Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club th The AGM was held in the clubrooms on 4 Dec. 1951. Chairman Mr John Murray in the chair welcomed a large number of members. The balance report was read leaving a balance of £25-12-3½d which was very satisfactory. Before nominations of office bearers, Mr D. Arlott, who, with Mr John Clark Secretary, made the financial statement. Mr Arlott gave his report and complimented Mr J. Clark on the general work he had done while secretary of the club. Election of office bearers. President – Mr James Arneil, Chairman – Mr William Frew Treasurer – Mr John Stewart Secretary – Mr James Gibson Committee members – Mr T. Edgar, Mr James Lang, Mr William Gibson, Mr John Brown. Sports Committee – Mr D. Arlott, Mr J. Clark, Mr D. Smith, Mr A. Hardy, Mr John Gray. Social Committee – Mr J. Murray, Mr J. Stewart, Mr John Gray Subscription New Members to pay 5/- entry fee Old members to pay 12/- annual subscription only Fees to be annually before the 1st Jan for current season. Proposals A proposal by Mr D. Arlott that members pay 1d per cup of tea was unanimous. Secretary to arrange for letter headed paper to be used for club correspondence. Mr James Arneil was appointed President of the Club as from 4th Dec. 1951. His name to be inserted on letterhead paper with club badge and address of premises. Washing close Arrangements for paying woman to be made by Treasurer. Light, Mr J. Davidson to fit light when possible. Darts Mr W. Frew to see about dart board. Signed – Wm. Frew 11th December 1951
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Proceedings
Whist Prizes
Raffle Prizes
Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club A meeting was held in the club room Mr Wm. Frew chairman. The chair opened the meeting with a few chosen remarks on this his first meeting since his appointment. Mr Wm. Frew justified himself to be a very capable chairman and a worthy successor to that office. Secretary Mr James Gibson was called upon to read the minutes of the last meeting. The minutes read, the chairman proceeded to have the minutes passed and seconded which was duly done. Mr Frew then brought to the notice of the members assembled that the account for the programmes for the Gymkhana at EK Show was still outstanding by Young Farmers. The Secretary was instructed through the chair to write to the secretary of that organisation on this matter and await a reply. Gents – Messrs J. Gibson, D. Arlott, J. Clark. Ladies – Messrs J. Brown, T. Edgar, W. Gibson. Booby – Mr J. Murray Prizes to be handed in at clubroom on Tuesday 18th Dec. 1951. Mrs D. Arlott, Mr Ingles, Mr Frew, Mr T. Edgar, J. Clark, W. Gibson, D Smith, J. Stewart, J. Forrest, Mr Arlott, Mr J. Gibson. It was proposed that Mr John Murray act as Master of Ceremonies for the Whist Drive and be in charge of rules and regulations pertaining to same. All raffle tickets to be handed in at next meeting. This brought the meeting to a close. A vote of thanks proposed to the Chairman had great applause. Signed – Wm. Frew
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Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club The members met in the clubroom, Mr W. Frew in the chair opened the meeting stating the main business was arrangements for the Whist drive to be held in the cabin tea room on 21st Dec. 1951. Mr John Murray submitted report with regard to playing cards & score cards that arrangements had been completed to everyone’s satisfaction. The next item on the agenda was the presentation of prizes. Mr J. Murray proposed & Mr. John Gray seconded that Mr David Arlott should have this honour, to which the members were unanimous. Mr W. Frew made reference to the number of prizes for the raffle. There followed some discussion with regard to this matter. Mr D. Arlott proposed that £4 be used from funds to buy or purchase 2 half bottles of Whisky and another 2 prizes for the raffle. Mr W. Frew seconded the motion which was carried without comment. It was agreed to purchase wood for ten forms. Mr J. Murray to prepare one form for inspection before proceeding further. It was decided to leave the drawing of the raffle to the general committee to choose someone outside the club to draw the numbers or ticket from the Drum, this being all the business the meeting was closed in the usual manner. (Added re-forms - Proposed by J. Brown & seconded by J. Stewart, price 10/- per form.)
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23rd December 1951 The committee met in the clubroom to discuss arrangements for Wednesday evening 26th Dec. Members present were President Mr James Arneil, Chairman W. Frew, Mr T. Edgar, Mr W. Gibson, Mr J. Gibson Secretary. The committee came to the decision that a 2/- Tea consisting of sausage roll and cakes and the laying of tables and the clearing up afterwards by members and friends was not very satisfactory. After a lengthy discussion it was decided to approach the purveyor to have them supply a hot meal with service. Mr W. Gibson was detailed to interview Miss Taylor to rearrange purvey; failing rearrangement, another source who were willing to supply purvey with service at 4/6d per head were to be contacted and Miss Taylors purvey cancelled. One member of committee was absent through illness and business was terminated. Signed – Wm. Frew {24th Dec. 1951}
Proposal (1) Proposal (2) Entertainment
Table Tennis
A business meeting was held in the clubroom on Monday 24th Dec 1951. 14 members were present. The minutes of the previous meeting on the 18th Dec. were adopted after Mr J. Clark had requested that a rider be added to the effect that the price of the wood to be used for the forms would be 10/- per form length. The Chairman then explained the arrangements made by the committee for the Xmas party to be held in the Clubroom on 26th Dec. The cost of the purvey to be 4/6d. He estimated that the cost to each person of 20 members attended would be 14/-, this included refreshments. In the ongoing discussion Mr D Arlott thought this was rather expensive, especially to the younger members. Messrs J. Brown and J. Lindsay were of the same mind. While Mr R. Sharp asked why the club did not run a dance on this occasion. It was explained that the question of accommodation was rather difficult especially at the festive season. The minutes of the committee meeting on 23 rd Dec. setting down the proposal for the Xmas party were then adopted, proposer Mr J. Clark, seconder Mr A. Hamilton. Mr D. Arlott proposed that £5 from club funds should be donated towards the cost of the party, Mr J. Brown seconded; no objections. Mr D. Arlott proposed that a dance be held in Stonehouse or Strathaven, Mr J. Clark seconded. Regarding the provision of entertainment facilities in the Club room, Mr J. Lindsay said he was prepared to lend a Billiard table to the Club, the Chairman duly thanked him for this offer. The question of Table Tennis facilities was raised by Mr J. Gray and it was agreed to attend to this as soon as possible. The meeting was closed in the usual manner. Signed – Wm. Frew
(8th Jan 1952)
A meeting was held in the Club room on the 8th Jan. 1952
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved and the adoption was moved by Mr. T. Edgar and seconded by Mr W. Gibson. The object of this meeting was the discussion of a Trail and a report on this was ably given by Mr David Arlott, who with members of the sporting committee had traversed the course and given a little more time will have this outing well under control. The next item on the agenda was a dance in the Cabin to be held on the 15 th Feb. 1952. Mr J. Gibson proposed, seconded by Mr D. Arlott without further comment & was agreed to hold over till next meeting the price of tickets and further details for this function. The meeting was closed in the usual manner.
Signed – 15th January 1952 The members met in the Club room, the business of the evening was to adjust Constitution and Rules. 1. Name of Club to be Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club (The Constitution will be laid down in the following rules) 2. The object of the Club shall be to create a better social spirit among motorcyclists or motorists who join, through the medium of tours, social events and sporting activities. All members are expected to attempt to increase their standing with the general public by courteous and unobtrusive behaviour on the roads. 3. Administration to consist of President, Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and four members of Committee. All to be elected annually at Annual General Meeting, excepting President. 4. The A.G.M. will be held on the last Tuesday in September each year. Two auditors out with the Club to examine books 14 days before that date. 5. At meetings of General Committee, four members shall form quorum. Decisions taken on clear majority by show of hands. Chairman only votes in the event of a tie, his being casting vote. 6. At business meetings all business to go through on clear majority by show of hands, irrespective of numbers present. 7. The quorum for the A.G.M. will be 15. All decisions taken on clear majority by show of hands. 8. An Extraordinary General Meeting can be called by a proposal submitted to the general committee stating the reason for such a step and must be signed by 7 members. Rules for meeting as per A.G.M. 9. The enjoining fee shall be 5/-. The annual subscription shall be 12/-. The badge fee shall be 5/-. The annual subscription for Junior members between 16th and 18th birthdays will be 6/-. Junior members must be proposed and vouched for by a senior member (to qualify for this concession). The same subscription rates shall apply to all persons wishing to join the Club whether they are motor vehicle owners or not. 10. Subscriptions to be paid by 31st December each year for the current season. Failure to pay by this date will involve re-joining.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 11. New members on joining, to pay fee and subscription for the remaining months till the end of the season. All members must hold a cash entry book and produce same when asked for by Treasurer or Secretary while uplifting fees. 12. The Club badge will always remain the property of the Club and must be returned by the members on leaving. The badge fee is not returnable. 13. A Captain will be appointed who will be in charge of all Club runs. This appointment will not carry a vote in committee, but the Captain will work in co-operation with the sporting committee. On Club runs the Captain will travel at the head of Club. He will appoint a member to travel at rear and carry First Aid kit. If in the event of a breakdown the Captain will be notified and the Club will halt until the breakdown is righted. In the event of the Captain not being present, the members present for the outing will appoint a substitute Captain. Members will take up same position on all club runs so that they may get used to the driving behind the same driver. 14. Any person passing the Captain, except in case of emergency, will be fined sixpence (6d). 15. If at any time the Club disbands the entire funds, after all accounts have been settled, will be handed over to Erskine Hospital. Mr John Murray was unanimously appointed Captain, his proposer Mr W. Frew Chairman, seconder Mr. J. Gibson Secretary. Special Meeting Owing to the pressure of business it was agreed by the committee to carry through outstanding items. The Chairman made reference to outstanding success of Mr John Clark which received great applause. Mr L. Bryson was welcomed as yet another new member to the Club. The Secretary was instructed to correspond with S.A.C.U. for A.C.U. Competition and Racing Rules, the General Rules and list of the 19 names of members of S.A.C.U. General Committee and reports of these committees meetings and their decisions. That this, the A.V.M.C.C., would like the S.A.C.U. General Committee when meeting, to discuss the proposition of running a Road Safety Demonstration at the S.A.C.U. Rally. The subject of the purchase of wood for making forms for the Club room was discussed and was left with the President Mr J. Arneil. As this was all the business, the meeting was closed by the Chairman. {signed} – Wm. Frew 26th March 1952 1.
A meeting of the members was held in the Club room, the minutes of the last business meeting were read and adopted Mr John Clark being the proposer and Mr John Brown seconded respectively. Expenses paid but not passed for payment with receipts in hands of the Secretary were passed, proposed T. Edgar, seconded Mr W. Gibson.
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Mr David Arlott was called upon to give a report on the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. and did justice to himself and Mr John Clark as delegates. Mr Arlott stressed the workings of the S.A.C.U. that were not to his liking but intimated he would like to be present at the S.A.C.U. Rally in 1952. Mr J. Murray moved the adoption of the report which was seconded by John Gray. Mr W. Frew made a motion that in future all coming events shall be held on scheduled dates. If numbers or weather does not permit, event shall be cancelled, not postponed. A Sporting Committee resume of the programme by Mr D. Arlott. Mr E. Brown proposed that a night be set aside for discussion on sporting program, this was seconded by Mr J. Clark. The road safety scheme was discussed and Mr D. Arlott proposed that Mr Taylor be notified that the Avon Valley MCC was willing to carry on with scheme. The first course to commence on 15th May and this was seconded by J. Clark. Volunteers as instructors are as follows, E. Brown, J. Lang, Andy Hardy, D. Arlott, John Brown, James Gibson, J. Clark, T. Edgar, Les Kirkwood. The sum of £1-4/- as donation or entrance fee for Club Trail, for which Mr Arlott was responsible. The prizes were as follows; Under 200cc Mr W. Gibson 6/-, J. Speedie 5/-. 500cc D. Smith 10/-, Spike Brown 3/-. The prizes in cash was presented by Mr Frew. It was passed that the Scottish Clubman be procured. The business of Trophies for the Club be discussed at a later date and that £12 be put aside for same. Mr Taylor of the Road Safety has been in touch with Mr Frew our Chairman and has given him the date as the 15 th May for the commencement of the Road Safety scheme. The Secretary was instructed to write the food office to have the Tea & Sugar permit renewed, also to buy a basin for the washing of dishes. The meeting was closed by the Chairman. Signed – Wm. Frew
A notation in the margin was as follows:The whip-round for J. Clark realized £7-10/- conveyed to said member by James Clark. Signed – James Clark July 15th 1952 Extraordinary General Meeting A meeting was held in the Club room on the above date. Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The adoption was proposed by Mr John Stewart and seconded by Mr Robert Sharp. The business of this meeting was for members to put forward propositions for insurance of competitors in all events. Mr D. Arlott proposed that a scheme for insurance be formed, this was seconded by Mr W. Gibson. Mr T. Edgar proposed that an accident fund which will give a certain amount of remuneration for Club members injured in a sporting event for which an S.A.C.U. Licence has been granted. Mr D. Arlott’s proposal was on the same lines, such as that we include fully paid up members who are at the time of the accident, partaking in a Motor Cycle sporting event which is being organised by the Avon Valley MCC. As the
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 proposals were similar with a slight variation in the wording, Mr W. Gibson seconded the motions. The Secretary made mention of the alteration of the rules to make provision for insurance but on Mr Arlott’s proposal, by show of hands it was decided not to alter the Constitution. It was suggested by Mr T. Edgar that a throw in be the first thing to start the scheme to which members gave very generously. Mr J. Arneil, the President of the Club, was willing to go into details of obtaining information about insurance for competition scheme. It was decided to run a Gymkhana at the earliest possible date, Mr Arlott to see about the John Hastie Park & Stonehouse Park, Mr Gibson. Exposition Mr Arneil an item regarding plans for the Clubroom which were drawn for the proposed building and the Club awaiting a reply British Railways. As this was all the business the meeting was closed. Signed – Wm. Frew
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The members met in the Club room on the 22nd July, the minutes of the Extraordinary General Meeting were read and approved by Mr Arlott, seconded by Mr M. Fleming. The Chair was occupied by Mr T. Edgar and the businesses of the evening were reports from various members. The first report was from Mr Arlott with regard to the John Hastie Park for a Gymkhana which Mr Arlott stated was granted verbally to be held on the 9th August 1952. After discussions it was agreed to a starting time of 6 PM on that date. Proposed D. Smith seconded D. Arlott. Mr Arlott then suggested that we have programs and Bill printed & then suggested that we approach some of the businesses in the town to take advertising space in the programs at the cost of £1 donation to defray the expense of the advertising. It was them moved that Mr Smith would approach his employer. Mr M. Fleming to approach Mr Whitelaw about loud speaker and donation for advertising. Mr J. Gibson to approach Mr D. Smith Green St., Miss A. Taylor County Depot & Ben Coia for donation, Mr D. Smith moved that the programs be priced at 1/- each this was seconded by Mr T. Wilson. Mr T. Wilson proposed that we purchase 500 programs seconded by D. Arlott. Mr J. Gibson was instructed to see Mr Bryson about Bill and price of programs, to contact the police and inform them as to the Gymkhana. Also to make enquiries about the price of a small advert on the 3rd page of the Hamilton Advertiser. It was agreed to hold a run on Sunday first to Croy beach, (time 2 PM) and on Tuesday night to hold a run to Tinto. Other runs as suggested were Killin, Oban, Dukes Pass, ???iltree & Kinloch Leven. This being all the business coming before the meeting, Mr T. Edgar, acting Chairman closed the meeting on a very pleasant note to meet the following Tuesday. Signed – T. L. Edgar
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 A meeting was held in the Club room on 29th July, minutes of the last meeting were read and approved, adoption was moved by M. Fleming, seconded by D. Smith. It was agreed that two Constables should be in attendance at the Gymkhana on 9th Aug. in the John Hastie Park. Mr Arlott moved that we put advert in Strathaven News for a second time, this was seconded by J. Gibson. A meeting of the Sports and General committees be held on Thursday night at 8 PM. The Sports committee report on the running of the Gymkhana as an event taking place were agreeably satisfactory to all the members present and enlightened the members present to as to what was taking place. Mr T. Edgar gave a report on the outing to Croy beach, eight machines taking part all present at this outing had a very happy time and hoped it would encourage others to take part in future outings of this kind. It was moved by Mr Arlott that a run be held a week on Sunday carried unanimously. Discussion with regard camping weekend at Powfoot met with some approval. Notice was drawn to Speed Hill Climb at Linlithgow and the Scramble at Killearn Castle. The meeting was then closed by Mr T. Edgar acting Chairman. Signed – T. L. Edgar
12-8-52 A meeting was held in the Club room on 12th August, Minutes of last meeting were read and approved, moved by J. Gray, seconded E. Brown. Correspondence was read regarding Scarborough Rally, so far no one taking part. Powfoot sand meeting was brought to the notice of members. A discussion took place with regard to holding an annual Dinner which was left over till the business meeting. A discussion as to the building of Club room and the fee required by Railway Company was presented to members present. It was then moved by Mr J. Gray that the Club advertise for ground, the extent of ground to be 100 square yards, this was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. Mr Gibson to approach Mr Coia with regard to ground. A suggestion with regard to a Club run one week on Sunday, Dalveen & Mennock Passes. The meeting was closed by the Chairman Mr Frew. Signed – Wm. Frew
19-8-52 A business meeting was held in the Club room on the 19th August. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved, Mr J. Lang moved the adoption, seconded by Mr M. Fleming. Arising out of the minute was the business of the Annual Dinner. Mr T. Edgar moved that we hold same which was seconded by Mr James Clark. Mr D. Smith proposed that we hold Annual Dinner at Kirkland Park House this was seconded by Mr J. Stewart. The Secretary Mr J. Gibson was instructed to book band provisionally and make enquiries with regard cost of Dinner at KP House, the date
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 26th Dec 1052. A letter was read by Mr Frew received from Railway Company and a discussion took place with regard to the charges. It was the opinion of the members that the charges were too high and it was left to Mr Frew to write to the Railway Company to try and have the rate or price reduced. It was suggested that a Club run take place on Sunday to Dalveen and Mennock Passes at 2 PM. Mr Frew and company were of a mind that a Nissen hut at Muirkirk should be inspected. The meeting was then closed by the Chairman. Signed – Wm. Frew nd
2 September {1952} A meeting was held in the Club room, the minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The adoption was moved by Mr J. Stewart and seconded by Mr R Woods. The Chairman then informed the members present as to a change of alterations with regards to banking account which had been changed to a Savings Account in the name of the Club at the Union Bank Stonehouse. It was then agreed that the operators in the Savings Account be made in the names of the Secretary Mr J. Gibson and Treasurer Mr J. Stewart or their successors in office. Mr J. Gibson that the account be altered from Banking Account to Savings Account, this was seconded by Mr William Gibson. A discussion with regard to withdrawals of said account, Mr D. Arlott proposed that Secretary or Treasurers signatures be required, this was seconded by Mr E. Brown. A suggestion with regards to adverts was discussed by members and Secretary instructed to postcard members not present on the above date to remind them of forthcoming A.G.M. The next item of business on the agenda were Whist Drives and Dances for the Winter. On a vote it was agreed that four Whist Drives and four Dances. Mr D. Arlott proposed the decision, Mr J. Gibson seconded, which was carried unanimously. This being all the business, the Chairman closed the meeting. Signed – Wm. Frew
9-9-52 Avon Valley MCC The members met in the Club room on 9th September. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Mr T. Edgar moved adoption of the minute which was seconded by Mr M. Fleming. Arising out of the minutes, Mr D. Arlott mentioned that the wording of withdrawals from Savings Account be Secretary or Treasurer which was agreed to. The Secretary informed members that he had purchased Post cards for distribution for A.G.M. Mr D. Arlott brought notice to the Chairman about prizes for the raffle. The Chairman intimated he was willing to take names of donors of prizes for same. Mr J. Gray mentioned about erection of Club room. The Chairman informed members as to the result of his meeting with Mr Park saying that Mr Park was willing to let us have ground provided it met with the approval of the
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 County Council. It was then suggested that we form a committee to deal with the arrangements of building Club room. The committee being formed and the names read as follows, Mr Frew, Mr J. Gray, Mr Edgar, Mr Wood, Mr Fleming, Mr Arlott & Mr J. Stewart, moved that the committee have the full savings account to work with this was seconded by Mr J. Clark The Chairman remarked that he would like to see a larger numbers of members present at the business meetings. It was discussed and decided that a run to Crail take place and the leaving time to be 10 AM. Mr M. Fleming was detailed to see Mr McColl with regards to dates for Whist. This being all the business the meeting was closed. Signed – Wm. Frew 16th September 1952 A meeting was held in the Club room. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Mr J. Lang proposed the adoption of the minute which was seconded by Mr James Clark. The Chairman Mr Frew, then made reference to the passing of one of our devoted members Mr H. Wardrope, after being involved in an accident and that we, the members of the Club would miss his presence as well as his fellowship. The members were unanimous with regard to sending a wreath and a letter of condolence. The proposer of this matter was Mr J. Clark seconded by Mr. W. Frew. It was left to Mr Arlott to make the necessary arrangements. Mr T. Edgar had nothing to report from the building committee. Mr M. Fleming had not been in contact with Mr McColl. The collection for a wreath raised £2-5-6d. This being all the business the meeting was closed by the Chairman. Signed – Wm. Frew 30th September 1952
Avon Valley Trophy Loudon Trophy
A meeting of the Club which was the Annual General Meeting was held on the 30 th Sept. Mr James Arneil, President, opened the meeting with some well-chosen remarks there after handing over the chair to Mr W. Frew for the rest of the meeting. The Secretary was then asked to read the minutes of the last meeting which were read and approved. The adoption was moved by Mr T. Edgar, seconded by Mr J. Lang. The next item of business were the minutes of the last A.G.M. which were approved. Mr D. Arlott moved the adoption while Mr. W. Gibson seconded the motion. The balance sheet was then introduced by the Chairman and the Treasurer, Mr John Stewart, gave a detailed report and informed the members of a substantial balance which was passed by members; Mr W. Gibson and seconded by Mr John Brown. The Chairman Mr Frew then informed the members as to the winners of the various Trophies; Mr James Yuille 28pts, 2nd Mr William Marshall 26pts, 3rd = Mr James Arneil & Mr William Gibson 25pts. Mr J Clark 17pts, 2nd Mr W. Gibson 7pts, 3rd Mr J. Forrest 5pts.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 After giving a full report of the trophies the Chairman then made some very appropriate remarks to the members. Office bearers election Chairman – Mr J. Forrest Secretary/Treasurer – Mr J. Clark General Committee – Mr W. Gibson, Mr W. Frew, Mr R. Wood, Mr J. Stewart Mr D. Arlott tendered his resignation from the Sporting Committee owing to lack of time to partake. The next item of business passed was that all committee’s be declared void at the A.G.M. Proposed J. Forrest, seconded by T. Edgar. It was proposed that the captain be elected at the A.G.M. The Sporting Committee were voluntary. Sporting Committee – Messrs J. Clark, J. Forrest & J. Lang. Social Committee – Messrs M. Fleming, E. Brown, R. Sharp. Building Committee coming under General Committee. It was decided that the Training Scheme be continued. The new secretary was instructed to send a Club Badge to the RAC for the badge board. The President and the Chairman then made some pleasant remarks to the office bearers on fulfilling their office duties during their term. The Chairman then closed the meeting and the new office bearers took office and were enlightened of thei duties which closed a pleasant A.G.M. 30th September 1952 At a short meeting held after the A.G.M. the following points were brought up. Mr D. Arlott suggested that we should write to the S.A.C.U. and enquire why no S.A.C.U. Rally had been held this year, when it was passed at the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. that one should be held. Members agreed that a date should be applied for to run an open Scramble if suitable ground could be obtained. Mr Matt Fleming informed the Club that the Town Hall was available on the following dates only; Oct 29th, Nov 5th, 12th & 26th, Dec 3rd & 10th. Cost of hiring the hall £6-10/-. Mr Tom Edgar promised to bring up the subject of the club raffle at the next meeting. Another organisation are already selling tickets for a raffle. {signed} – J. Forrest 7th October {1952} A business meeting was held in the club room, which turned out to be one of the longest so far. Mr T. Edgar proposed that raffle tickets should be printed immediately as they should be more easy to sell before other organisations begin to sell theirs. This was agreed to by all members. Mr D. Arlott proposed that £8 from Club funds be spent on prizes to make the raffle more attractive. This was seconded by M J. Gray. Mr T. Edgar proposed that 2 bottles whisky and 1 bottle Port be purchased as the prize for
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 the raffle and the social committee should buy other prizes with the rest of the £8. This was seconded by Mr J. Lang. Mr D. Arlott proposed that the raffle should be drawn on the 10th December as this was the most suitable date on which we could hire the Town Hall from the list of dates which the hall was available. Mr J. Gray proposed that a Whist Drive should be run on this date and that a caterer should be employed for the occasion. This was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. It was unanimously decided that raffle tickets be the same price as last year. 3d per ticket or a book of 5 for 1/-. Mr W. Frew proposed that 1500 books of tickets be printed, this was seconded by Mr T. Edgar and generally agreed upon. A discussion began about inviting persons out with the Club to our annual dinner on th 26 Dec. in Kirkland Park House. Although the Club have no actual honorary members on the books, it was felt by the majority of members that as a small token of gratitude, some people who had greatly assisted the club when it was first formed and who still assist whenever possible should be asked. Also certain persons closely associated with the running of the RAC-A.C.U. Training scheme should be asked along with their wives. The persons in question are, Messrs Forrest, Sharp, Thompson, D. Smith, Inspector Chasser, Constable Corbett and Alex Taylor. Tickets for this function are to be printed as soon as possible, no price will be on the tickets and dress is informal. By a show of hands it was decided to run a small bar at the social evening if this was agreeable with the proprietor of Kirkland Park House. Mr John Gray was asked to find out about a special licence for this. He also volunteered to run the bar. Mr D. Arlott proposed that business meetings be held on the first Tuesday of each month only. This was seconded by Mr E. Brown. The Chairman intimated that annual subscriptions could be paid to the treasurer any time from tonight till 1st January 1953. Failure to do this will mean re-joining the Club at the extra charge of 5/-. {signed} – J. Forrest 14th October 1952 Although this was not an official business meeting, some business which could not be left over till the next meeting was discussed. The Chairman asked Mr E. Brown for a report on the arrangements for the annual dinner at Kirkland Park House. He reported that for 10/- per head we would be supplied with a 5 course dinner plus a hand round tea a short time before the finish of the dance. The proprietress was insistent that no cash should change hands during the evening. She thought that a special licence would cost us about £6 (This was confirmed by Mr W. Gibson who had enquired about this from a local publican.) It was unanimously decided that we would not apply for a licence and that we would supply the refreshments ourselves. Mr Frew proposed that the social committee and Mr W. Gibson get together and purchase sufficient refreshments for the evening, including toasts. This was agreed upon by all members. Mr E. Brown reported that the proprietress could cater comfortably for 30 couples, but she could cater for more
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 if desired. Mr W. Gibson proposed that we keep the compliment at 40 couples; this was seconded by R. Sharp. Mr J. Lang proposed that we accept the 10/- quotation this was seconded by Mr R. Woods. The prizes for the raffle have now been handed in and the Social Committee have issued instructions for getting them printed. {signed} – J. Forrest 4th November 1952 At a business meeting in the Club room Club members were informed that the Fourth District Council were holding a meeting regarding Coronation Festivities. They requested that our Club should be represented at the meeting which takes place in the lesser Town Hall on ________. Club members agreed that we should attend this meeting and Mr M. Fleming and Mr E. Brown volunteered to represent the Club. Members agreed that we should invite members of Hamilton Motor Cycle Club to participate in our trial on 9th Nov. and it was proposed that we should advertise it in the Hamilton Advertiser to let as many members as possible know that it was on. Starting numbers will be drawn on Sunday when everyone participating will be present. Members were told that there would be a tea break and to bring their own eatables. It was proposed that to aid the selling of Whist tickets & we should advertise it in the Hamilton Advertiser. Mr M. Fleming agreed to do this a fortnight before the actual Whist.
2nd December 1952 At a business meeting held in the Club room; most of the evening was spent folding raffle tickets for the draw the following night. All prizes for the Whist and raffle have now been handed in except No.4 on the raffle ticket, which is a bottle of whisky. Nobody seems to know who donated this prize and as the Whist and raffle were to be held the following night it was decided that the club should purchase a bottle and if the other bottle arrived, it would be used at a future function. All prizes for the Whist were donated so the money set aside to purchase them will not now be needed. Mr Matt Fleming informed the club that he had 30 packs of playing cards and that he had arranged for the tables and purvey. Tea will be served at the end of the whist and prizes will be presented by Mrs J. Forrest immediately after. The raffle will be drawn after the whist prizes have been presented. Someone out with the club should be asked to draw the raffle. Mr R Woods suggested that lists of raffle prize winners should be printed and distributed to clubs and individuals who had helped us to sell our tickets. This was unanimously agreed upon.
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6th January 1953 At a business meeting in the Club room, the minutes of the last meeting were read. Mr R. Sharp proposed the adoption of the minutes and they were seconded by Mr W. Gibson. Mr D. Arlott proposed that an extra 10/- be sent to Mr Pat Brown for his help at our Dinner Dance, this was seconded by Mr W. Gibson. Mr T Edgar proposed that we should leave the payment as it is, this was seconded by Mr J. Lang. Mr S. Brown proposed that we send a gift valued at 10/-, this was seconded by Mr Frew. On a vote by a show of hands, Mr Edgars proposal was adopted. Mr M. Fleming proposed that the Club should buy a dartboard for the use of Club members, this was seconded by Mr R. Sharp. Mr J. Lang opposed this proposal and was seconded by Mr Frew. On a show of hands Mr Fleming’s proposal was adopted. Mr Fleming volunteered to purchase the dartboard and darts for the Club. Mr T. Edgar proposed that a whist and dance be held in the Cabin as soon as possible, seconded by Mr W. Frew. Mr W. Gibson was to arrange the booking. Mr D. Arlott proposed that we accept any then if needed the club will buy the rest. There will be a raffle at both Whist and Dance. This was seconded by Mr. W. Frew. Mr Frew proposed that we write to the RAC to clarify the position about our training machine which is on loan to the Hamilton Club.
13th January 1953 Mr W. Gibson presented a list of dates on which the Cabin was available for booking. We decided that Friday the 27th February was the most suitable and asked Mr Gibson to confirm the booking. In the event of the Cabin being already booked on this date it was left to Mr Gibson’s discretion what other date would be the most suitable. It was also decided that the price of the tickets would be 5/- and Mr Gibson promised to arrange for their printing when the date was finally settled. Mr T. Edgar, Mr M. Fleming, and Mr D. Smith gave us a very interesting and amusing account of their tour abroad last year and it was very much appreciated by the members present.
20th January 1953 Mr Powell of the Esso Company and Mr James Arneil presented us with a very interesting film on oil field installation and although the sound track wasn’t to good it was more than compensated for by the brilliant colouring. We were very pleased to see some members of the Hamilton club attending and we got final arrangements made for our interclub quiz which will be held next Tuesday.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 As only two members of the Hamilton Club turned up, we decided to mix together and have a a friendly quiz instead. All the members enjoyed themselves and we hope to be able to put on another quiz soon. 3rd February 1953 At a business meeting in the Clubroom the following points were discussed. Mr D. Arlott proposed that as our sub tenant was moving out shortly, we should lay linoleum on the floor and brighten up the clubroom generally. The walls should also be distempered. Mr W. Gibson seconded the motion. Mr R Woods opposed the motion and was seconded by Mr Frew, but on a show of hands Mr Arlott’s proposal was carried. The sum of £9 was provisionally set aside to cover this work and Mr D. Arlott promised to check up on the linoleum cost. Mr T. Edgar proposed that we should appoint a press secretary to cover Club events in local newspapers and the Scottish Clubman. This was seconded by D. Arlott. Mr R Woods volunteered for the post and was unanimously accepted. Mr D. Arlott proposed that a Trial be run on 22nd Feb. and on a count of prospective competitors it was found that approx. 6 from Avon Valley and 6 from Hamilton would attend. In answer to correspondence from the local Coronation Committee, Mr R. Woods proposed that we offer to put on a Gymkhana and take part in the processions. This was agreed upon by all members. Mr M. Fleming was asked to book Alex Baxters band for the dance in the cabin on 26th Feb. Mr T. Edgar asked that as the sack of potatoes won in the raffle had not yet been delivered, some definite arrangement be made to have this done as soon as possible. J Clark offered to get potatoes and deliver them to winner. Mr W. Gibson proposed that 10% of all future events run by the Club should go into the Accident Fund. Mr D. Smith seconded this proposal. Mr Frew proposed that it should be 25% but there was no seconder for this proposal. Regarding the training machine, the secretary was asked to write to the Hamilton Club requesting the return of the machine. 10th February {1953} A very interesting film show was held in the Club room and we were very pleased with the attendance. Mr Powell and Mr J. Arneil were thanked by Mr Frew for their great help in giving us these shows and Mr Powell and Mr Arneil suitably replied. The films were the 1952 Esso Racing and Sports films. 17th February {1953} Tickets for the Whist and Dance were distributed and final instructions were given regarding the trial on 22nd Feb. 24th February {1953} Mr W. Gibson gave us a very interesting account of his journey to see the Ulster Grand Prix and judging by the laughter of the Club members at some of his remarks
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 it was very popular indeed. After this we made final arrangements for the Whist and Dance and tickets were to be sold for 3/- for either the Whist or Dance and 5/- for them both. Mr W. Frew submitted his idea on what we should send as our entry for the competition on crash helmets and this was approved with one amendment. {signed} – J. Forrest 3rd March {1953} A business meeting was held in the Clubroom and the minutes of the last business meeting were read. Mr R. Woods proposed the adoption of the minutes, this was seconded by Mr J. Lang. Delegates appointed to represent the Club at the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. were Mr J. Forrest and Mr J Clark. By a show of hands it was decided that the RAC – ACU training scheme should continue to be run by this club. Volunteer instructors for the scheme were Messrs E. Brown, R. Woods, W. Frew, J. Lang, T. Edgar, D. Arlott & A. Hardy. Posters were to be obtained from the RAC to advertise the scheme and it was also to be advertised in the Hamilton Advertiser and local papers. To save further discussion it was decided to leave the organising of the Scramble to the committee. Mr D. Arlott told us that linoleum could be purchased for 3/6d per square yard. Mr T Edgar proposed that Mr Arlott should arrange for linoleum to be delivered to the Clubroom, Mr Gibson seconded this proposal. {signed} – J. Forrest 17th March {1953} Mr Powell and Mr Arneil gave us the final film show for the winter and a fairly good turnout of members thoroughly enjoyed the show. Mr Forrest thanked both Mr Arneil and Mr Powell for the series of shows and added that we hoped to see more films next winter. Mr Arneil and Mr Powell duly replied. 24th March {1953} A new idea was tried on the lines of “What’s my line” the radio show and this proved quite successful. Mr W. Frew brought along some samples of cotton and other materials and gave us a good account of how wools are made and how they are used in factories. Although this was far from the usual subject (Motorcycles) discussed on a Tuesdays, it was very much appreciated. After this Mr Edgar gave us a talk on the development Corporations and answered many questions put to him by Club members. 31st March {1953} Mr J. Clark started a discussion on the merits of different types of engines used for racing and sports works and pointed out to members a few ways in which a sports
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 engine could be improved for series competition work. Some questions were asked and answered to the best of his ability. {signed} – J. Forrest April 7th {1953} A short business meeting was held in the Clubroom and the following points were discussed. Mr E. Brown reported that no trainees turned up for the enrolment in the scheme, as it hadn’t been very well advertised owing to the non co-operation of the Road Safety Committee. It was decided to give the scheme a final trial after the scramble and if no pupils turned up we would abandon the idea of running the scheme. Members were informed as to how the organising of the scramble was progressing and it was decided that we meet at the scramble course on Sunday to get some alterations made. It was decided we accept the Stonehouse Agricultural Committee offer regarding the running of a Gymkhana on Saturday 16 th May. Mr W. Gibson was asked to find out more details from D. Clark. The events to be run at the Coronation Gymkhana are as follows; Bending Race, Obstacle Race, Chariot Race and one other. Mr W. Frew was requested to ask for £20 as prizes for these events or failing this to ask for a Trophy. He was also asked to find out more details at the next meeting of the Coronation Committee. {signed} – J. Forrest 3rd May {1953} At a business meeting in the Clubroom the meeting was started by the reading of the minutes of the last business meeting. Mr W. Gibson proposed the adoption of the minutes and this was seconded by Mr M. Fleming. As very little information regarding the Coronation Gymkhana was reaching the Club, it was decided to get in touch with Mr James Arneil as he was the clubs representative on the committee. Mr T. Edgar gave us final details regarding the President’s Trophy Trial which will start from Station Rd. at 2PM on May 9th. Mr D. Arlott proposed that as the weather had improved we should have a social Club run as soon as possible. May 17 th was suggested as the date and the organising of the run to be left in the hands of Mr D. Smith. Regarding linoleum, Mr W. Gibson promised to see if it was possible to purchase in Strathaven and if so to get it round to the Clubroom. It was decided to have the next Club meeting at the Scramble course, members to bring tools for cutting through bushes. {signed} – J. Forrest May 28th {1953} Owing to the fact that our next Club meeting would fall on Coronation Day it was decided to bring the business meeting forward one week. The evening was
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 almost entirely spent in discussing the Gymkhana we are holding on Coronation Day and trying to improve the events as much as possible. After much friendly argument it was decided to run the following events; Pram Race, Obstacle race (very much modified), Bending Race & 5-a-side Football. Material for these events was arranged for and members were to meet at the Park at 6:30 PM. As the President’s Trophy Trial did not turn out as successful as the organisers would have liked, through no fault of theirs, a vote was taken to see if the results would stand for the trophy. By a show of hands it was decided to re run the trial at a future date. As some mistake had occurred regarding the Electricity Account, Mr Gibson was requested to check up on it at the local office. A Club run to the Scramble at Crossford was arranged to leave Station Rd. at 12:45 PM Sunday 10 th May. {It’s thought this should have been June} Mr W. Frew raised the point that out of the 20 Club members who originally said they would take part in the Coronation Dress Parade for motorcycles only 2 members turned up. Mr Frew takes a very dim view of this as he had already told the Coronation Committee that there would be a good entry and it was largely through him that there was a class for motorcycles at all. {signed} – J. Forrest July 7th {1953} At a business meeting in the clubroom, the minutes of the last meeting were read. Mr E. Brown moved the adoption of the minutes and this was seconded by Mr W. Gibson. Regarding the Gymkhana to be held at Strathaven on 22nd July, Mr Gibson informed us that all the equipment was available and that the fenders lorry would be at our disposal. As very few members present would be taking part in the Gymkhana it was decided that we should contact the Dalmarnock M.C.C., Hamilton M.C.C. AND Kilmarnock Tigers M.C.C. to try and get some of their members to make up the numbers. Mr R. Woods promised to contact the Hamilton M.C.C. at their safety week show in the Hamilton Academy. An invitation to this show was received from the Hamilton Secretary and it was hoped that a good representation from our Club would attend. Mr W. Gibson said he would contact Mr Maxwell and tell him that 5 o’clock would suit us best for the start of the Gymkhana. It was decided that £6 prizes would be paid out for each of the last 2 Gymkhanas and that the rest, less 10% for the accident fund would go into Club funds. Mr Gibson explained why the last electricity account was so heavy and that it was in fact correct. He has now paid the account so that finishes this matter, although for reference it should be pointed out that the club actually lost about £3 as it should have been paid by our ex sub tenant but through a fault in reading the meter he was not asked to pay as much as this. No approach is to be made to Mr Allingham and the matter is now closed. Mr M. Fleming was asked to purchase a tin of white and a tin of cream Snowcem for walls and ceiling, also paint, light brown, for bottom of walls and a small tin of dark brown for a narrow border. Mr D. Arlott provisionally accepted an invitation on behalf of the Club from the Lanark Conservative Party to put on a Gymkhana at their next Garden Fete which will take place sometime next year.
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{signed} – J. Forrest 4th August {1953} A short business meeting was held in the Clubroom after members returned from work on the Scrambles course. Tickets were distributed for the Club run to the Ulster Grand Prix and some discussions followed as to when members would meet before leaving for Stranraer. As some members wanted to leave early and some wanted to leave about 1:30 AM. It was decided that we split into 2 parties. The first party would leave at 8:00 PM and the next party at 1:30 AM. No more business was discussed owing to the shortage of time. {signed} – J. Forrest 2nd September {1953} A business meeting was held in the Clubroom and the following points were discussed. Mr Gibson was asked to contact Charters about the linoleum and to come to some definite agreement about the roll already in the Clubroom or if it wasn’t possible to match it, to supply enough other linoleum to cover the floor. Regarding the Scramble, Secretary was asked to insert advert in Scottish Clubman. Mr Gibson promised to see Mr Powell about programs and posters. Prizes; Mr W. Gibson proposed that prizes for the Scramble should be as follows; 3 main events, £4 £2:10/30/Novice race, £2:10/30/£1 Heat winners 10/This was seconded by Mr D. Arlott. Mr Arlott brought up the point that some folding chairs would be a good investment as some of our present furniture wasn’t very good!! Nobody knew about the price of folding chairs so Mr Arlott and anyone who could find out about them was asked to do so. Accident Fund; Mr James Clark informed the meeting that about £12-10/- was in the accident fund and as it had never been decided how this money would be paid out, it was time something was done about it as we now had a seriously injured Club member on our hands. Mr W. Gibson proposed that we pay out £1 per week for a maximum of 10 weeks or alternatively till accident fund was exhausted. This was seconded by Mr J. Clark and all Club members agreed to it. Mr M. Fleming was asked to purchase some D.D.T. for the floor before linoleum was laid. 29th September 1953 The Annual General Meeting was held in the Clubroom on Tuesday 29th Sept. The meeting was opened by the President, Mr James Arneil, who after a short speech asked the Secretary to read the minutes of the business meeting of 7 th September 1953, this was duly done and the adoption was moved by Mr Frew and seconded by Mr W. Gibson. The President then asked the Secretary to read the minutes of the last AGM and the adoption of these was proposed by Mr J. Gibson and seconded by
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Mr T. Edgar. Mr Arneil then asked the Sporting Committee for a report on the years events and to inform the members as to who the winners of the trophies were. Mr John Clark informed members that the Avon Valley Trophy had been easily won by Mr Gilbert McMillan and that all his points had been won at the various Gymkhanas run by the Club during the Summer. The Loudon Trophy was won by Mr D. Arlott who had won his points in a variety of events and was also a very easy winner. The President was very anxious that the Presidents Trophy should be competed for before the annual dinner and was assured by Mr John Clark that it would be. Mr Arneil then asked the treasurer to read the financial report which had been audited by Mr T. Edgar and Mr D. Arlott. The financial position of the Club was greatly improved and in spite of much expenditure on the Clubroom and various other Items, the profit of the year is approximately £40. The adoption of this report was proposed by Mr Fleming and seconded by Mr J. Brown. The president then thanked the various committees for their work during the year and at this point asked all committees to resign and new members to be elected. Chairman Secretary Treasurer General Committee Club Captain Sporting Committee
Mr J. Lang Prop. J. Gibson Sec. J. Gray Mr T. Edgar Prop. J. Arneil Sec. W. Gibson Mr W. Frew Prop. J. Arneil Sec. W. Gibson Messrs John Clark, James Clark, W. Gibson & D. Arlott Mr D. Smith Prop. J. Gibson Sec. W. Gibson Mr J. Campbell Prop. J. Gray Sec. W. Frew Mr John Clark Prop. R. Sharp Sec. J. Gray Mr James Clark Prop. D. Smith Sec. J. Brown Entertainments Com. Mr R. Sharp Prop. J. Gray Sec. A. Hardie Mr A. Hardy Prop. J. Clark Sec. J. Lang Mr J. Gibson Prop. T. Edgar Sec. J. Gray Press Secretary Mr W. Frew Prop. J. Arneil Sec. T. Edgar Mr Arneil asked members for any questions or proposals before he asks new committee to take over. Mr J. Gibson proposed that as a mark of respect to our only lady member {Mrs D. Arlott} and for the very excellent job she makes of the “Char” we should make her an honorary member this was seconded by Mr W. Gibson. Mr J. Clark thanked Mr. M. Fleming for the great amount of work he had done in the Clubroom and the appreciation of the Club members was very apparent by the applause that followed. Mr D. Arlott then thanked the President for his services and for the great help he gives to the Club, also for his tolerance with us for taking up so much of his valuable space with our equipment. The President then asked new office bearers to take over and after wishing them every success, drew the meeting to a close. {signed} – J. T. Lang
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 29th September 1953 The new office bearers duly took their places and the Chairman, Mr J. Lang, asked if there was any further business to discuss. Acquisition of chairs Mr D. Arlott gave details of folding chairs which could be acquired at £48 for 24 chairs and proposed that Club should purchase these chairs. Mr W. Frew proposed that decision regarding the chairs be postponed until after the Scramble, this was seconded by Mr J. Clark. Mr M. Fleming suggested a visit be made to Grey’s Surplus Store at Netherton Cross and investigate equipment there. Mr Campbell volunteered to call at Grey’s. Messrs Frew, Smith and Edgar agreed to accompany Mr Campbell at earliest opportunity. Proposed by Mr W. Gibson and seconded by Mr J. Gibson that the party use their own discretion on question of purchase. RAC ACU Training It was reported by Mr E. Brown, was not being supported in sufficient numbers and that there was lack of enthusiasm in pupils. Mr W. Gibson proposed and Mr Clark seconded the abandonment of the scheme. Mr Brown stated that the training machine would be transferred to Hamilton Motor Cycle Club. Gymkhana Question of prams in the Chariot Race was raised by Mr G. McMillan. Unanimous opinion appeared to be that all members look around for additional machines. That being all the business the meeting was closed by the Chairman Mr. J Lang. 6th October 1953 An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the Clubroom on 6th Oct. 1953 when 15 Club members attended. Scramble Volunteers were called for to complete the works at Kittymuir Farm on Sat & Sun 10th & 11th Oct. Mr J. Clark reported that the officials would be the same as for the April meeting and that the Hamilton M.C.C. would again be assisting. It was announced that there would be a general briefing for duties on Tuesday 20th October when the Hamilton M.C.C. members would also attend. Mr Clark stated that there had been some trouble on the question of printing of posters but that it was now hoped to have these out by Wed. 14th Oct at latest. Clubroom chairs Mr Edgar reported on the visit of Club members to Greys Surplus Stores at Netherton Cross when the premises were found to be closed. It appeared that the Store was only open on a Thursday. Mr Hardie volunteered to call at Netherton during working hours on Wednesday 7th October to obtain further information. Mt Clark mentioned a sale at Hamilton where he believed some small forms were being sold and it was agreed to ask Mr W. Gibson to consult with Mr Strachan of Messrs Smellie the Auctioneers. Committee meeting It was agreed that the General, Sporting and Social Committees should meet on Friday 9th October at 7:30 PM. Social Functions Mr Frew proposed that a Whist and Dance be held in the Cabin Tea Room Strathaven for purpose of drawing the raffle in Dec., seconded by Mr Gray. Mr J. Clark proposed a second Whist and Dance in the New year, this was seconded by Mr J. Brown. Mr Smith raised the question of sufficient time to carry out a) Whist b) Dance c) Draw, in an evening and Mr Fleming was equally dubious. Messrs Frew and Gray agreed to amend their motion to a Whist Drive only to be held in the Cabin when the draws
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Raffle Prizes
would be made. Mr J. Gibson was to be asked to consult the Cabin management on availability for the 11th Dec. A proposal by the Chairman Mr J. Lang to hold a Dance only where the Draw be made was not seconded. It was proposed by Mr John Clark that £10 from Club funds be used for prizes and that these be the same as the previous year. This was seconded by Mr Hardie. Mr Fleming proposed that the prizes be smaller and cheaper and he was seconded by Mr James Clark; this latter motion was defeated by 8 votes to 3. Mr Frew, as treasurer stated that he was of the opinion that £15 could be taken from the Club funds for the purpose of buying prizes. Mr J Clark withdrew his earlier motion to allocate £10 and seconded Mr Frew. The Chairman then called for prize donations for the raffle. No further business was brought up and the meeting was duly closed by the chairman. {Signed} – Wm. Frew
3rd November 1953
Vote of Thanks
Scramble
Presidents Trial Dart Board Mat Table
An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the Clubroom on Tuesday 3rd Nov. 1953 when 12 members attended. In the absence of the Chairman, Mr W. Frew deputised and made it his first duty to call the attention of the members to the good work done by Messrs Fleming and Smith in procuring chairs for the Clubroom. The following bequests were approved for those outside the Club who had assisted in making the event a success. (1) Stonehouse Scouts, £1 for use of the tent. Prop. Mr Arlott, Sec. Mr W. Gibson (2) ? Messrs Brownlie & Sandilands £5 Prop. Mr Fleming, Sec. Mr Frew. (3) Farmer, Mr Johnston £5 Prop. Mr J. Clark, Sec Mr Fleming. In the case of Messrs Brownlie & Sandilands and Mr Ellis who assisted them, it was proposed by Mr Fleming and seconded by Mr Arlott that they be invited to the Clubs Dinner in December. Mr Clark mentioned the draining of the course at Kittymuir Farm and said he would consult the farmer on the best time for a working party to visit the course. The Treasurer stated that one prize had still not been collected and the Secretary was asked to contact the riders club. Mr John Clark suggested that Sunday 29th Nov. as a date for this event. There being no dissension the date was adopted, the time of start being 10 AM Mr James Clark raised the question of a Dart Board Mat and it was agreed that enquiries regarding same be initiated. It was proposed by Mr Arlott and seconded by Mr W. Gibson that a suitable table for the Chairman’s use be obtained. It was decided to ask Mr ?? to watch the sales at Strathaven Mart for a likely bargain. It was proposed by Mr Frew and seconded by Mr W. Gibson that £3 be the limit.
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It was proposed by Mr W. Gibson that each member contribute 1/- towards purvey of sausage rolls, cakes etc. on such occasions. This motion was seconded by Mr James Clark. Subsequent discussions showed that the members were in favour of making the cost a maximum of 1/6d, any excess to come from club funds. This being the business of the evening Mr Frew brought the meeting to a close. {signed} – J. T. Lang
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An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the Clubroom on Tuesday 1 Dec. 1953 when twenty club members attended, Mr Lang was Chairman. Whist Drive & Raffle On the question of who was to make the draw it, was proposed by Mr Sharp and seconded by Mr W. Gibson that Mrs Arlott perform this duty. The offer was declined. Mr Smith then proposed that a lady from the Whist players be asked and this motion was seconded by Mr Gibson and carried without dissension. Mr Fleming stated that he would be bringing playing cards and card table numbers. Club members were asked to bring additional packs of cards. Mr Gibson proposed that an additional raffle be held in the hall on the night of the Whist. This proposal failed as no seconder was available for the motion. Mr Arlott raised the question of Whist prizes and it was stated that the £15 voted from Club funds at the meeting of 6th Oct. was to cover Whist and Raffle prizes. The Trophies Mr Fleming stated that the engraving of the trophies could be done by “???” providing the trophies were handed to the aforementioned by the Wednesday morning. This being impracticable, Mr Gibson proposed that Messrs Edwards of Glasgow be asked to do the engraving. Mr Sharp said he could arrange for the trophies to be transported to Glasgow. The Dinner Dance The question of guests was mentioned by the Secretary who pointed out that at the meeting of 3rd Nov. it was agreed to invite Messrs Brownlie & Sandilands and Mr Ellis to the Annual Dinner as a measure of thanks for their assistance at the Scramble. Mr John Clark proposed that Mr & Mrs Johnston of Kittymuir Farm be also invited. Mr Arlott made the pint that there were others who had been and could be of assistance to the Club and that they should be invited. The following names were listed by the Secretary with proposer and seconder as follows; Mr & Mrs Powell ) Mr & Mrs Connelly > Prop. Mr Gibson, Sec. Mr Arlott Mr Smith & partner ) Mr & Mrs Chasser Prop. Mr W. Gibson, Sec. Mr J. Clark Mr & Mrs Knox Prop. Mr Arlott, Sec. Mr Brown Mr Hardie raised the question of availability of transport after the Dinner Dance and there seemed to universal assurance that transport would be available for those requiring it. This being all the business to be discussed the meeting was duly closed.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 {signed} – J. T. Lang 5th January 1954
Grants towards Competition Fees
Charterhall Rd Circ.
Vintage Triumph
Club Funds
Building Fund
An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the Clubroom on Tuesday Jan 5th when 14 club members attended, Mr Lang was in the Chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and there adoption was proposed by Mr Ian Campbell and seconded by Mr James Clark. Mr Bruce proposed that financial assistance from Club funds be made available to those members who might be participating for the first time in an open event such a as trials, scrambles, Kirkcaldy Road Races, Scottish Six Days etc. This was seconded by Mr John Clark. Further discussion showed that members were in accord that the motion be passed to the General and Sporting Committees for further deliberation, this being proposed by Mr Frew and seconded by Mr James Clark. Mr Bruce raised the point that the Charterhall Circuit was now owned by a syndicate who were prepared to sell shares in the venture, the shareholders being granted certain privileges. He suggested that the delegate to the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. should raise the point of the aforementioned body buying shares. The Secretary pointed out that the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. was not until Sunday 14 th Feb. and asked that the matter be raised at the business meeting if February. The question of assistance being given to Mr Fleming in preparing his 1914 Triumph for the Vintage Run was raised by Mr John Clark. The general opinion was that the matter be raised at the Sports and General Committee meeting. Mr Arlott asked if it would be possible to have periodical statements of the Club Funds. Mr Bruce suggested once a month at the Business Meeting. The Treasurer agreed that he would in future provide this information. Mr Fleming asked if the Building Fund was still in existence and what the position was regarding other premises. The opinion appeared to be that members had no complaints regarding the present set up and it was decided no further action be taken on this question. There being no further business to discuss the meeting was duly closed by the Chairman. {signed} – J. T. Lang
29th January 1954 A Committee meeting of the Club was held on the 29th Jan. 1954 when Messrs J. Campbell, D. Arlott, J. Clark, D. Smith and W. Frew were present. The Treasurer stated that the Club Funds were as follows:Cash in bank and in hand - £98-14-4d of which £10 had been allocated to the Accident Fund. The Committee then proceeded to discuss the proposal of the previous Business Meeting viz. that members should be assisted to pay the entry fees for major open events. Major open events were to be:Any event where the entry fee is 10/- or more per class. This amount to be revised at any time at the discretion of the Club.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Any competitor being placed in any event for which he had obtained assistance, to automatically become ineligible for further support in that type of event. The various types of events to be:- Scrambles; Trials; Road Racing; Grass Tracks; Speed Hill Climbs. At the Ordinary Business Meeting of the Cub on the 2 nd Feb. the above decisions were communicated to the members and discussed at some length. The previous decisions here in noted were revoked and the following proposal by Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr J. Clark was the unanimous decision of the Club. Viz. that assistance be granted to beginners. Cases to be considered individually and proposals regarding them to be submitted by the Sporting Committee to the monthly Business meeting of the Club before the event. The amount of assistance to be at the discretion of the meeting. Mr Arlott further proposed and was seconded by Mr W. Frew, that the above decisions were not a precedent and the position should be reviewed at frequent intervals. 2nd February 1954
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An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the Club room on Tuesday 2nd Feb. when 12 members attended. th The adoption of the minutes of the 5 Jan. were moved by Mr J. Clark and seconded by Mr C. Bruce. On the adoption of the accounts there was some discussion on the cost of the Diner Dance. Opinion was that although this event had to a certain extent been subsidised by Club funds, the money was well spent. The account from Messrs Edwards for the replicas and engraving was costly but it had been pointed out that the replicas had been very expensive and it was agreed that in future occasions there should be more strict surveillance on this matter. The accounts were then passed, proposer Mr W. Gibson seconded by Mr J. Gray. The Chairman announced that tickets were available for this event and that the last date of donating prizes would be 16th Feb. On the advertising side of this event it was proposed by Mr W. Gibson and seconded by Mr J. Clark that 1 doz. hand bills be printed and circulated. Mr W. Gibson proposed a raffle at both Whist and Dance and that there should be three prizes at each. This was seconded by Mr J. Clark. The Chairman announced that the A.G.M of the S.A.C.U. was on the 14th Feb. and it was anticipated that two delegates would be required from the Club. Mr C. Bruce proposed and was seconded by Mr W. Gibson that Mr D. Arlott should be one delegate; the second delegate was proposed by Mr W. Gibson, seconded by Mr C. Bruce to be Mr John Clark. The following points were put to the delegates to be raised at the A.G.M. (1) Mr Bruce’s suggestion of the 5th Jan. meeting regarding the Chaterhall Circuit. (2) Mr Bruce recommended that the considerable amount of money paid out at the speed championships should be more evenly spread over a larger number of finishers. (3) Mr Arlott stated that the financial report of the S.A.C.U. was not received in sufficient time prior to the meeting and that this question should also be raised. There being no further business brought up for discussion the meeting was duly closed.
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2 March 1954 An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the Club room on Tuesday 2nd Mar. when 14 members attended. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted on the motion of Mr Gibson seconded by Mr J. Brown. The accounts were passed to be paid on the motion of Mr J. Clark seconded by Mr Craig. Treasure & The Treasurer and Secretary having previously intimated that in view of the lack of Secretary’s support from members for Club functions, they had decided to offer their Statement resignations. This was the first subject on the agenda. A proposal by Mr John Clark seconded by Mr C. Bruce that the resignations be withdrawn, was stated by Mr W. Gibson to indicate the statements of only two of the members. The Secretary stated that some of the trouble arose from members proposing a number of events and then seemingly to forget what had been proposed. Mr James Clark agreed and suggested that only one Social event should be proposed at a meeting. Mr Arlott said that support for Social functions should be solicited prior to the date. Mr D Smith enquired if Social functions ever paid the Club and he doubted if they were ever a success anyhow. Mr C. Bruce said he felt that the Secretary and Treasurer should overlook this black spot on the calendar. This being the general feeling apparently of the members present, the Secretary and Treasurer agreed to carry on in office. Attendance Register A proposal by Mr W. Gibson that only members with a good attendance at Club meetings should be admitted to sporting events was not seconded but brought forth some discussion. Mr Lang was completely against the proposal and Mr Bruce thought that might work would ?? here with attendances. Mr Arlott said that at enrolment for 1955, members should be advised that a certain number of attendances was essential and unless they could guarantee this, their membership was not desired. At this stage Mr Bruce made the point that in a Club of this nature, regimentation was not desired. The whole matter was put in abeyance when Mr John Clark suggested that the Club should await the results of the first Gymkhana. S.A.C.U. A.G.M. The report on the A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. was then given in a very capable manner by Mr Arlott who was accorded a hearty vote of thanks by Mr C. Bruce. Open Scramble Mr Arlott proposed that application forms for this event should be sent personally to the previous competitors, this was seconded by Mr John Clark. Drainage at Kittymuir Mr John Clark said that he hoped to visit the course during the weekend of 6-7th March when he would inspect the drainage. Mr Campbell raised the question of a working party for improving the course and it was agreed that the matter be taken up as soon as possible. There being no further business for discussion the meeting was duly closed. {signed} – J. T. Lang
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Rental of Premises
Tea Receipts
Scramble Arrangements
Stonehouse Show
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 6th Apr. at 8:00 PM when sixteen members attended. The minutes of the business meeting of 2nd March were read and adopted on the motion of Mr Campbell seconded by Mr J. Clark. The accounts were read and approved to be paid on the motion of Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr J. Clark. The Secretary reported a conversation he had had with the owner of the Club premises and stated that the Treasurer Mr W. Frew and Mr J. Clark should see the owner immediately after the meeting. The Treasurer raised the question of the increasing price of tea and said that the matter of increasing the price of the after meeting refreshments would be reviewed in the near future. The officials for this event would be the same as the previous event with one or two small differences in the lap scoring arrangements. Mr J. Clark said that a working party would be required for Sunday 11th April and he hopped to see as many Club members as possible. Mr A. Watson had agreed to bring along a truck for the material to make up the road to the Car Park. Mr W. McBirnie was asked to prepare a suitable bill advising quietness on the street adjoining the Patterson Church in Stonehouse. The Secretary stated he would ask Mr Gibson to contact Mr Ellis regarding the hire of the scout tent and trestles. Mr C. Bruce agreed to enquire if Dr. Sutherland of Law Hospital would act as Medical Assistance. Mr W. Gibson asked if the Secretary of Stonehouse Show could be informed as to the action to be taken with the S.A.C.U. The Secretary stated he would contact the aforementioned. This being all the business the meeting was duly terminated. {signed} – J. T. Lang
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 4th May 1954 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 4th May at 8:00 PM when sixteen members attended. The minutes of the meeting of the 6 th April were read and adopted on the motion of Mr James Clark seconded by Mr Fleming. The accounts were read and approved to be paid, proposed by Mr Fleming seconded by Mr J. Campbell. Scramble - Road Mr C. Bruce proposed that no charge be made for this advert, seconded by Mr W. Safety Advert Frew. Scramble Mr Smith agreed to procure the necessary sacking for construction of temporary Arrangements lavatory accommodation on the course. Mr Arlott proposed that a stretcher be bought for use at the scramble. This was seconded by Mr T. Williams and it was agreed to approach Mr Hilston about fabrication of same. Mr John Clark proposed that enquires with the British Red Cross be initiated with regard to First Aid facilities at these events. Mr Bruce seconded. Mr Fleming was asked to procure a Red Cross bag which had been offered to the Club. Summer Programme Mr James Campbell proposed that an early meeting be held to make out a programme for the summer. It was agreed to do this on Tuesday 11th May. Vintage Run On the question of the vintage run it was suggested that the Secretary contact the Dundee Club with regard to the requirements for the event. There being no further business for discussion the meeting was duly closed by the Chairman, Mr James Lang. {signed} – J. T. Lang 1st June 1954
Scramble Payments
Vintage Entry
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 1st June at 15 Commercial Rd. when 15 members attended. The adoption of the minutes of 4th May was proposed by Mr James Clark and seconded by Mr D. Arlott. The accounts were read and approved to be paid, proposed by Mr C. Bruce and seconded by Mr J. Brown. Mr Arlott proposed that the sum of £6 be paid to Messrs Brownlie and Sandilands for the expenses incurred by them at the Clubs Scramble, and £5 to the farmer Mr Johnston of Kittymuir Farm. This was seconded by Mr John Clark and generally approved. Mr Bruce proposed that the expenses of licencing, insuring and entering Mr Flemings Triumph in the Vintage Run be paid by the Club. Mr D. Arlott seconded the proposal which was duly approved. There being no further business the meeting was terminated by the Chairman Mr James Lang in his usual capable manner.
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Scramble of 27th June
Strathaven Show Gymkhana
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held at 15 Commercial Rd. on Tuesday 6th July when 16 members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 1st June were read and adopted on the motion of Mr James Campbell seconded by Mr D. Smith. The accounts were read and approved to be paid, the proposer being Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr R. Sharp. The Treasurer gave a brief report of the financial aspect of this event and stated that he could not as yet give an overall picture but it would appear that there had been a slight loss on this occasion. On the question of disbursements to those people who assist at the event the proposal by Mr James Campbell, seconded by Mr R. Sharp was generally approved viz. that £5 be paid to Mr Johnston and £5 to Messrs Brownlie and Sandilands. Mr Clark made the point that there was a great lack of assistance from Club members at the event and it was hopped that more would come forward at the next occasion. The arrangements for this were well in hand, Mr Clark stated and it was expected that members from the Hamilton, Bellshill, Kilmarnock and Loudon M.C.C’s. would be able to attend. This being all the business the Chairman Mr James Lang in his usual capable manner closed the proceedings.
{signed} – J. T. Lang 3rd August 1954
Show Gymkhana Scramble of 29th August
Varley talk
Presidents Trial
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 3 rd August at Commercial Rd. when 18 members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 6th July were read and approved on the motion of Mr Arlott seconded by Mr Brown. The accounts were approved to be paid on the motion of Mr J. Clark seconded by Mr Craig. Mr Clark reported that the event had gone out very well and the Show committee had been satisfied with the performance. The arrangements for this event were stated to be well in hand. It was suggested that more banners from advertisers were required and the Secretary was asked to contact, with regard to same, the following companies; a) Messrs Avon Rubber, b) Messrs Lucas & Co, c) the Redex Organisation. The Secretary reported that the representative of Messrs Varley would be giving a talk to the Club on Tuesday 17th August on which occasion it was proposed to have the usual sausage roll, cake etc. The Sporting Committee reported that it was proposed to have the Presidents Trial at some date in September. This being all the business the meeting was closed by the Chairman Mr James Lang in his usual capable manner.
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A.G.M.
Car Section
Scramble Prog’s.
Annual Dinner
Annual Raffle
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 7th Sept. at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, when 14 members were present. The minutes of the meeting of 3rd Aug. were read and adopted on the motion of Mr James Clark, seconded by James Campbell. The accounts were authorised to be paid proposer and seconder being Mr C. Bruce and Mr J. Clark. The date of the A.G.M. was announced and Mr Bruce proposed that members not present be post carded to this effect. The members agreed on this suggestion. Messrs D. Arlott and A. Hardie were voted as auditors of the year’s accounts, the audit to take place on 15th September. The formation of a car section of the Club was discussed; Mr Arlott suggesting that the members of the car section should use the Club room at 15 Commercial Rd. also that they should appoint their own office bearers. Mr J. Clark proposed and was seconded by Mr D. Arlott, that car owners interested be invited to attend the Club room at a suitable date to be announced at the A.G.M. The Sports Committee suggested that quotations for Scramble Programs be obtained from W. Scott as advertised in the Scottish Clubman. The Sports Committee also announced that the Presidents Trial would be held on Sunday 3rd October, starting from Station Road; marks would be lost by arriving at starting point after 9:30 AM. It was the unanimous decision that the Dinner be held at Kirkland Park House on 17th December. It was also suggested that arrangements be made to have the dinner served more quickly. The guests at the event are to be decided by the General Committee. It was proposed by Mr J. Clark that the annual raffle be drawn at a Whist Drive; £15 from Club funds had to be spent on prizes and in addition a list of donners for this event be placed on the notice boards; also the tickets would be printed by Mr J. Campbell. This was seconded by Mr C. Bruce and was not dissented. There being no further business the meeting was closed by the Chairman Mr J. Lang in his customary efficient manner. {signed} – J. T. Lang
1954 - 1955 28th September 1954 The Annual General Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 28th September 1954 at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven when 21 members attended. President’s remarks After welcoming the members the President gave a few details of the Clubs activities in the preceding year.
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Trophy Awards
Financial Report
Office Bearers
a) The Bank balance was satisfactory at £140-18-2d b) The Scrambles had been run with a certain measure of success c) The Club room amenities had been improved d) There was discussion on the formation of a Car Section of the Club. The Secretary then read the minutes of the 7th Sept.; the adoption being moved by Mr John Clark and seconded by Mr James Campbell, there being no dissension. The President then asked that the minutes of the previous Annual General meeting of Sept. 29th 1953 be read. These were duly carried on the motion of Mr James Clark seconded by Mr D. Arlott. Mr John Clark on behalf of the Sporting Committee gave a few details of the Clubs sporting activities during the year and announced the winners of the Clubs Trophies. These had been awarded as follows:The Avon Valley Trophy – Mr D. Smith The Loudon Trophy – Mr C. Bruce The Presidents Trophy - pending The winners were accorded a grand ovation by the assembled members but they declined to say a few words. At this stage the President called the Treasurer, Mr W. Frew to give some detail on the financial report, which duty was done in a very capable manner. The auditor’s report was given by Mr D. Arlott who stated that Mr Hardie and he had examined the accounts, receipts and financial report and had found everything to be satisfactory. The Financial report was the adopted on the motion of Mr John Clark, seconded by Mr D. Smith. The president proceeded to thank the various office bearers for the work done by them during the season and suggested that an honorarium be voted to the Treasurer and Secretary for their work during the season. Mr D. Arlott suggested that the value of same be determined at the next Business Meeting of the Club and this was unanimously agreed. The election of the new office bearers was as follows:Chairman Re-elected on the motion of the President, Mr J. Arneil, seconded by Mr A. Hardie. Treasurer )_ both re-elected on the motion of Mr Arneil, seconded by Mr Secretary ) C. Bruce. General Committee Mr W. Gibson Prop. Mr J. Clark Sec. Mr J. Brown Mr D. Arlott Prop. Mr C. Bruce Sec. Mr D. Smith Mr M. Fleming Prop. Mr C. Bruce Sec. Mr J. Clark Mr W. McBirnie Prop. Mr W. Frew Sec. Mr W. Gibson There were no further motions and this constituted the General Committee. Club Captain Mr A. Hardie Prop. Mr D. Arlott Sec. Mr J. Brown Sporting Committee Mr Frew proposed the re-election of the 1953 committee and was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. Namely Messrs John Clark, James Clark and J. Campbell. Entertainment Committee Mr W. Gibson proposed and was seconded by Mr D. Arlott, that this committee be abandoned and the duties be done by the General Committee. There was no dissension.
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Gift to Mrs Arlott
Press Secretary Meritorious Effort
The Secretary pointed out that it would be necessary to introduce a roster for Club room duties and this was agreed. Further business was discussed as follows:Mr C. Bruce said that as a token of the Clubs respect for the able duties performed by Mrs Arlott, a small gift to be made from Club funds in an amount of say £2; this was seconded by Mr W. Gibson and carried. Joint Press Secretaries were to be Messrs W. Frew and T. Edgar and the sale of the Scottish Clubman to remain in the capable hands of Mr James Clark. Mr Bruce raised the point on the award of the Loudon Trophy, that for ‘meritorious effort’ there might be no award made. Mr Gibson proposed and was seconded by Mr Campbell that a second trophy for outside events be awarded and this was duly agreed. The question of its award was put forward to the next business meeting on the suggestion of Mr Arlott. Mr Arlott on behalf of the Club, thanked the President for his conduct of the meeting and for his assistance to the Club and the meeting was duly closed most ably by the President Mr Arneil. {signed} – J. Arneil
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5 October 1954 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 5th Oct. 1954 at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, when 17 members were present. The Chairman Mr Lang, welcomed members to another winter session of the Club and wished the Office bearers success in their future duties. The Treasurer intimated the account which was passed for payment on the motion of Mr C. Bruce, seconded by Mr John Clark. Presidents Trial Mr John Clark for the Sporting Committee announced the winner of the Presidents Trial Trophy as Mr W. McBirnie who was accorded the congratulations of the assembled members. Mr Clark stated that the event had passed off successfully from the organisation view point but had been somewhat marred by the inclement weather. Meritorious Effort Some discussion was made regarding this trophy which was voted for at the Annual Trophy General Meeting: the undernoted rules agreed by the assembly will govern its award viz.:1) The winner of the trophy awarded for meritorious effort will be decided at an Extraordinary General Meeting. 2) Consideration to be given to every case put forward at the aforementioned meeting. 3) The trophy, by mutual consent, need not be awarded annually. 4) Three successive wins to constitute an outright win of the trophy. On the suggestion of Mr John Clark the name of the trophy to be decided at a future meeting. Presidents Trial Best An Award to the best outsider at the Presidents Trial was proposed by Mr D. Arlott Outsider Award and seconded by Mr James Campbell: The amount, proposed by Mr John Clark, seconded by Mr James Campbell to be £1. On the question of the nature of the
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award there were two motions: That of Mr James Clark seconded by Mr John Clark that it be a £1 note was carried on a vote being taken. Mr Arlott raised the question of the expenditure in fuel by Mr John Clark at this event and proposed the sum of £1-10/- be paid, he was seconded by Mr C. Bruce with no dissension. Mr John Clark stated that the marks award system for this trophy was unfair. Mr James Clark proposed that the six best performances be counted, and was seconded by Mr Hardie. There being no further business the meeting was formally closed by the Chairman, Mr James Lang. {signed} – J. T. Lang
2nd November 1954 nd
Scramble Dates
The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 2 Nov. 1954 at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, when eighteen members attended. The adoption of the minutes of 5th Oct. was moved by Mr Hardie, seconded by Mr J. Brown. The accounts were passed to be paid on the motion of Mr C. Bruce and Mr Fleming. The Secretary intimated that the dates for 1955 Open events had to be in the hands of the S.A.C.U. by 30th November. Mr D. Smith proposed and was seconded by Mr W. Gibson that the Club should organise the same number of events in 1955 at approximately the same dates. Mr Arlott mentioned that the S.A.C.U. should be reminded that the Club would be prepared to run a Championship event. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his customary efficient manner. {signed} – J. T. Lang
7th December 1954
Dinner Dance Whist Drive
The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 7th Dec. within 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, when fourteen members attended. The minutes of the meeting 2nd Nov. were read and adopted on the motion of Messrs D. Smith and A. Annan. The accounts were passed to be paid proposed by Mr D. Smith, seconded by Mr M. Fleming. The Chairman reminded the members of the Annual Dinner & Dance to be held at Kirkland Park House on 17th December. The attendance by the members attending was down, by the chairman, to the Annual Whist Drive which would be held in Cabin Tea Room on 2? Dec. when the prize draw would be made. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usually peremptory manner. {signed} – John Clark
4th January 1955
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Programme
Comp. Licences
Tea Roster
Club room floor
Dart Board
The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 4th Jan. within 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, when ten members attended. The Chairman Mr James Lang and Treasurer Mr W. Frew were absent; The duties of Chairman were subsequently ably performed by Mr John Clark. The Club was pleased to welcome back as a visitor to this midst A/C Skip Brown on leave from the U. S. ?. F. It was decided he should be given the opportunity of addressing the Club on 11th Jan. Mr D. Smith raised the point that no announcement was being made of the future evening programs of the Club. Mr Arlott concurred. The Secretary stated that he would raise the point with the Chairman. As the Competition licences of 1954 were now invalid Mr John Clark asked that names for same should be collected as early as possible. The Secretary agreed to have the necessary notice attached to the board. Mr J. Lindsay proposed and was seconded by Mr D. Arlott, that a list of members having completed their duties on the tea duty should be prepared and held by the Secretary. This was agreed. Mr Arlott stated that the floor of the Club premises was becoming quite filthy. He proposed that the Close woman be approached to take on the additional duty of washing the floor with a request for the cost of same. This was seconded by Mr J. Campbell. The Dart Board, Mr Arlott said was still located in a most dangerous location at the door. He asked that steps be taken to have it moved when it was convenient. There being no further business the meeting was efficiently terminated by Mr John Clark. {signed} – J. T. Lang
1st February 1955
S.A.C.U. Calendar
S.A.C.U. A.G.M. Rotary Exhibition
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held within 15 Commercial Rd., on Tuesday 1st Feb at 8:00 PM, when fourteen members were in attendance. The minutes of the meeting of 4th Jan were read and adopted on the motion of Mr D. Arlott seconded by Mr W. Gibson. The accounts were passed to be paid on motion of Mr Gibson and Mr D. Smith. The Secretary read a letter from the S.A.C.U. stating that the third date requested by the Club for an open Scramble was not available. The alternative being that the Avon Valley organise an event in opposition to the Galloway Club at Gorebridge. Mr Clark suggested and was supported by Mr Arlott, that should the Galloway event be a Championship leg, that it would be improper and unprofitable to oppose them. The Secretary stated that he would request that he be advised of any cancellations later in the year. The undernoted was asked to attend the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. on the 13 th Feb. – Messrs Arlott and Bogie on the motion of Mr Gibson and Mr Brown. Mr Gibson stated that the Club would be expected to provide a 20 min demonstration. Mr Clark proposed a competition among three or four members in
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changing a M/C Tube and Tyre. The prize would be 30/- This was seconded by Mr Gibson and was unanimously agreed. The Secretary and Mr Clark to contact Mr McBirnie regarding preparations for the exhibition. The Treasurer stated that there would be 34 tickets available for a show in the Empire theatre on Tuesday 22nd Feb. The bus for this outing would travel from Airdrie via Hamilton, Strathaven and East Kilbride. There being no further competent business the Chairman concluded the meeting in a most exemplary manner. {signed} – J. T. Lang
1st March 1955
S.A.C.U. A.G.M. Rotary Exhibition
Avon Tyre Rep.
Theatre Night
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held at 15 Commercial Rd., on 1 st Mar 1955 when 19 members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 1st Feb were read and carried on the motion of Messrs C. and D. Smith. The accounts were passed to be paid proposed by Mr C. Bruce and Mr D. Arlott. A report on the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. was given by Mr D. Arlott in a most competent manner. Mr Arlott was thanked for his presentation. The Secretary reminded members of the commitments of the Club for this event. It was pointed out that at least two members would require to be in attendance on each evening; sufficient volunteers were forthcoming. It was announced that Mr Bob Walsham of the Avon Tyre Co. would be visiting the Club on Friday 4th March. The members decided that in view of the nature of the meeting that special catering arrangements be made. The Treasurer intimated that in view of the long run by the bus on the night of the theatre outing the charge per head would be increased by appox. 5 ½ d. On the motion of the Treasurer Mr Frew seconded by Mr Arlott, it was agreed that this excess be met from Club funds. There being no further business the meeting was duly terminated by Chairman Mr James Lang. {signed} – J. T. Lang
5th April 1955
Scramble
The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held within 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, on Tuesday 5 th Apr. when Mr James Lang presided. Twelve Club members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 1st Mar. were read and adopted on the motion of Mr D. Smith seconded by Mr James Clark. The accounts were approved by Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr D. Arlott. The arrangements for the Scramble were well in hand and the officials as per previous programmes agreed to perform similar duties. Mr Frew stated that many more trees were in need of being cleared and he suggested that old tyres would be most useful for burning same when cleared. Mr Arlott asked that a Pedestrian
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passage be provided. Mr Clark stated that more workers were required for the Sunday work spells. Mr Arlott proposed and was seconded by Mr C. Bruce that the program printing be in the hands of W. Scott Esq. This was agreed. The Secretary intimated that the Club room was being offered for sale and it would be necessary to submit an offer. Some discussions followed and it was agreed that the offer be £60, rising to a maximum of £100 if necessary. The loan to be raised as follows:- £50 from existing Club funds the remainder to be in the form of an interest free loan. The undernoted offerors as appended; Messrs C. Bruce, W. Frew, D. Smith, T.L. Edgar - £5 Messrs C. Smith, P. Brean - £1 There being no further business the Chairman in his usual efficient manner, closed the meeting. {signed} – J. T. Lang
3rd May 1955
Summer Program
Scramble Gate Arrangements
The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 3rd May at 8:00 PM when 14 members attended. An apology for absence from the Treasurer Mr W. Frew was noted. The minutes of the meeting of 5th April were read and adopted on the motion of Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr D. Smith. The accounts were passed on the motion of Messrs A Hardie and C. Smith. With regard to Sunday Club outings it was proposed by Mr A. Hardie that individual Club members should select a particular run and then be responsible for the arrangements for that day. Mr J. Roughead suggested a photographic competition; the photograph to be of a Club event. Mr C. Bruce stated that he would assist in the arrangements for a Fuel Consumption Test to be held later in the season. These proposals were unanimously accepted. Much discussion was forthcoming on the system to be evolved for future scramble gate arrangements. It was finally agreed to leave this matter in the hands of the Committee. Mr Nichol proposed that in future Scrambles there should be fixed Marshalling points round the course; at the end of each Section the Marshalls should be advised by loud speaker to move forward one position. This proposal was accepted. There being no further business the meeting was efficiently terminated by the Chairman Mr James Lang.
{signed} – J. T. Lang 7th June ‘55 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, on Tuesday 7th June when 10 members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 3rd May were read and adopted on the motion of Messrs I. Nichol and C. Smith. The accounts were read and approved to be paid on the motion of Messrs James Clark and D. Arlott.
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The Secretary intimated that the latest information on the Club room indicated that the other tenants of the building were the most likely purchasers. It was proposed by the Secretary and seconded by Mr J. Clark that Messrs D. Arlott and J. Brown meet the aforementioned persons for discussions of the Clubs interests. It was stated by Mr Nichol that the Hamilton M.C.C. may be able to assist the Club in the way of accommodation, should the necessity of vacating the premises arise. Alternative Meeting The question of meeting on an alternative night was raised by Mr M. Fleming, who Night suggested that Friday night might have been suitable. In view of the fact that a large number of the members were not present, the Secretary suggested that this question be raised at a later day. Mr Fleming agreed. There being no further business the Chairman, in his usual capable manner, terminated the meeting.
{signed} – J. T. Lang 5th July 1955
Grass Track James Campbell
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 5th July when 8 members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 7th June were accepted on the motion of Messrs D. Smith and James Clark. The accounts were passed to be paid on the motion of Messrs James Campbell and A. Hardie. The Secretary announced that the arrangements for the Grass Track meeting on 20th July were well in hand. The Secretary stated that Mr James Campbell had been involved in much expense in his entry in the Vintage Run. The Treasurer stated that he would make inquiries regarding the outlay involved. On the proposal of Mr James Clark seconded by Mr D. Smith it was agreed that the Treasurer should consult with Mr Campbell on this matter. There being no further business the Chairman, Mr James Lang, terminated the meeting in his usual capable manner. {signed} – J. T. Lang
2nd August 1955
Annual General Meeting Scramble
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 5 th Apr within 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, on Tuesday 2nd Aug. when 18 members attended. The minutes were read and adopted on the motion of Messrs A. Hardie and J. Campbell. Messrs J. Campbell and James Clark moved that the Club should pay its just and lawful dues as detailed by the Treasurer. The Secretary announced the date of the A.G.M. as Tuesday the 27th Sept. at 7:45 PM. Messrs C. Craig and A. Annan were appointed as auditors. Mr C. Smith described the system employed by the Galloway Club in charging admission to their Scrambles viz. an admission program costing 1/6d and proposed that the same might be adopted at this Clubs future events. Some discussion
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Ulster Grand Prix Presidents Trial
Club Runs
Friday Night Meeting
Scottish Clubman
followed which was inconclusive. On the motion of Mr John Clark seconded by Mr D. Smith, Mr C. Smith was asked to find further details particularly in regard to the charge for parking of vehicles. Mr John Clark stated that he would be going to this event and invited those interested, to contact him. The Sporting Committee announced that arrangements were well underway for this event which would take place on Sunday 1th September. Further details to be announced. A proposal by Mr James Campbell seconded by Mr James Clark that a 5/fine be imposed for non-attendance after submitting an entry, was unanimously agreed. The Treasurer stated that in view of the very dire spell of weather that he felt some endeavour be made to revive Club Runs. There was no support forthcoming for this motion. A motion to hold the Club meetings on a Friday night was proposed by Messrs M. Fleming and John Clark and opposed by Messrs W. McBirnie and C. Craig. The vote 96 in favour of Friday night resulted. In view of the small majority it was thereafter agreed that the matter be raised again at the A.G.M. Mr James Clark stated that the Scottish Clubman was not being completely sold out and he asked that intending subscribers should leave there names with him at the close of the meeting. There being no further business the Chairman in his customary manner closed the meeting. {signed} – J. T. Lang
6th September 1955 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 6th Sept. at 15 Commercial Rd., when 21 members attended. The minutes were read and adopted on the motion of Messrs C. Smith and James Clark. The accounts were approved to be paid on the motion of Messrs A Hardie and J. Brown. Presidents Trial The Sporting Committee announced that the Trial would start at from Station Rd., Strathaven at 10:00 AM. A.G.M. The Secretary announced this to be on Tuesday 27th September. Mr D. Arlott proposed and was seconded by Mr C. Bruce that members not present be informed. Scramble Mr C. Smith raised the admission by program ticket question and proposed that the Club adopt this system for the next Scramble. He was seconded by Mr I. Nichol. Mr D. Smith was of an opposite opinion and was seconded by Mr James Clark in his motion that the matter be raised at a later date. Mr Smith’s motion was carried by 13 votes to 5 there being 3 abstentions. N.B. It was not clearly stated as to which Mr Smith’s motion had won!? There being no further business the Chairman in his usual efficient manner terminated the meeting.
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1955 - 1956 27th September 1955 The Annual General Meeting of the Club was held on Tuesday 27th September 1955 at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven when 22 members attended. President’s remarks After welcoming the members, the President, Mr James Arneil proceeded to review the activities of the Club during the preceding year. The financial aspect of the Club, the President stated was good although there had been no great increase in the bank balance. In the national competitive world of motorcycling, some of the members were showing their prowess and the future outlook was very good. Mr Arneil congratulated the Club on the fact that the Scramble course at Kittymuir Farm had been the venue of the second leg of the S.A.C.U. Championship series and he looked forward to further meetings at Kittymuir. The open Grass Tracks, though not a financial success were an attempt to introduce this sport in the West which he hoped would win a wider appeal. For the average Club member Mr Arneil regretted there had not been more Club runs, Gymkhanas etc. and he asked the Sporting Committee to look into this matter. The President then asked that the minutes of the Business meeting of 6th Sept. be read and the minutes of the A.G.M. of 28th Sept. 1954. The minutes of the Business meeting of 6th Sept. were read and adopted on the motion of Messrs L. Campbell and M. Fleming. The A.G.M. minutes were then approved on the motion of Mr D. Arlott seconded by Mr D. Smith. Sporting Committee The President asked the Sporting Committee for their report on the Clubs activities. Report Mr John Clark stated that he regretted the few Club events but stated the main reason was too few helpers. He evidenced the Presidents Trial and said that in determining the route for this, and 1200 miles of road work was done by Messrs James Clark and James Campbell. The open events he thought had been successful and with more publicity the Grass Track meetings should become more widely known. The Trophies had been won as follows:Presidents Trophy Mr R. Jones Avon Valley Trophy Mr G. McMillan Loudon Trophy pending Stanyer Trophy To be decided at next Business meeting. With regard to the Kittymuir Trophy Mr Campbell proposed that this be purchased forthwith and produced at the Scramble. It should be retained and formally presented at the Dinner. Mr Nichol seconded. Mr James Clark, in announcing he would not be available for re-election to the Sporting Committee, stated that he had enjoyed the preparation work for the Presidents Trial but regretted the low support.
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Auditors report
Office Bearers
The President then called on the Treasurer Mr W. Frew to give the financial report. The Balance, the Treasurer stated, stood at £144-18/- being an increase of 12/5d on the previous year and he considered the Club had had a successful year. He then proceeded to elaborate on the balance sheet in his usual capable manner, concluding by thanking the auditors for their assistance. He then asked Messrs A. Annan and C. Craig for their report. Mr C. Craig said that on their examining the books, a deficit of 16/8d had been detected but he moved that this be written off. He was seconded by Mr C. Bruce. There being no questions, the report was adopted on the motion of Messrs James and John Clark. The President then thanked the Office Bearers and Committee’s for their efforts during the season and asked them to vacate their office. The following Office Bearers and Committee were then elected:Chairman Mr D. Arlott prop. T.L. Edgar sec. W. Frew Secretary Mr A. Hardie prop. J. Clark sec. D. Arlott Treasurers Messrs C. Craig & W. Frew prop. T.L. Edgar sec. C. Bruce General Committee Mr J. Murray prop. J. Arneil sec. A. Hardie Mr J. Lang prop. P. Brown sec. I. Nichol Mr D. Smith prop. J. Lang sec. J. Arneil Mr James Clark prop. J. Campbell sec. J. Clark Mr M. Fleming was proposed by Mr James Clark and seconded by Mr W. Frew. In the voting for the committee he gained votes equal with Mr J. Lang but lost on the toss of a coin. Club Captain Mr R. Jones prop. J. Lang sec. T. Edgar Sporting Committee Mr John Clark prop. J. Arneil sec. C. Bruce Mr James Campbell prop. T. Edgar sec. D. Arlott Mr A. Annan prop. James Clark sec. W. Frew Press Secretary Mr W. Frew prop. T. Edgar sec. James Clark The President called for any other competent business with particular emphasis on a) Annual Dinner b) Club Meeting night
Annual Dinner
Meeting night
On the question of the Annual Dinner Mr James Clark proposed that unless a greater success be made of it, it should be abandoned. He was seconded by Mr James Campbell. Mr Arneil proposed that less drink be made available at this function and was seconded by Mr John Clark who further suggested that the Bar be restricted in its period of opening. Mr C. Bruce proposed that the function be held in one of the Strathaven hotels and was seconded in this motion by Mr A. Hardie. The Sun Hotel as the location on either the 16th or the 23rd Dec. was proposed by Mr Arneil who was seconded by Mr James Campbell. On the Subject of changing the meeting night there was much discussion before a motion by Mr R. Jones seconded by Mr C. Bruce that a vote be carried out for every evening Monday to Friday inclusive was adopted. Voting resulted as follows:a) Friday night with 9 votes
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Honorarium
b) Monday night with 8 votes The latter was adopted in view of the large number of functions normally occurring on a Friday night. Mr Arlott proposed that members not at the meeting be notified and he was seconded by Mr C. Bruce. Mr Arlott raised the question of an honorarium to the retiring Treasurer and Secretary and stated that this question should be settled at this meeting. Mr Smith seconded. This being all the business for the A.G.M. the new committee then took over. Mr W. Frew wished them every success in their new office and was seconded by Mr T. Edgar.
{signed} – D. Arlott 27th September 1955
Theatre Nights Stanyer Trophy
Honorarium
Honorary Member
The first Ordinary Business Meeting of the new season was held immediately after the A.G.M. Mr W. Frew proposed that two theatre nights, one before Christmas and one in the New Year be held, he was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. Mr C. Bruce asked that the minute concerning the Effort Trophy (or Stanyer Trophy) be read. The Secretary complied. Mr D. Arlott proposed that this award be discussed after a ballot for the award of the Stanyer Trophy had been made known. He was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. This question of remuneration to the Secretary and Treasurer, which was passed at the previous A.G.M. was again raised by Mr Arlott. In order to permit free discussion of the matter Mr Edgar and Mr Frew were asked to leave the Clubroom. After some discussions it was proposed by R. Jones, seconded by D. Smith that a sum of £10 cash should be awarded equally between the Secretary and Treasurer to enable them to buy something to suit themselves. Another proposal was put forward by James Clark that Mr Edgar be made an Honorary Member in view of his past services to the Club and his forthcoming departure. This was seconded by G. Stephens. There being no further business Mr D. Arlott in his capacity as Chairman terminated the meeting.
{signed} – D. Arlott 5Th October 1955 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Wednesday 5th October 1955 at 15 Commercial Rd when 16 members attended.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted on the motion of Mr T. Lang seconded by Mr M. Fleming. There being no accounts to be passed the Club passed on to the business in hand. Theatre Nights Mr Arlott asked for a decision on the dates to be booked for the Theatre Nights. Mr T. Edgar proposed 23rd Nov. which was seconded by Mr W. Frew . Mr C. Craig suggested the “Five past Eight” show at present running in the Alhambra and this was agreed upon. Mr Arlott asked if the second date could be left till later when it could be arranged by the Committee after the shows for the winter season had been announced. Scramble In a discussion on the forthcoming Scramble, Mr Arlott gave an account of the condition of the course and suggested that the route be altered. There was no th agreement on this. A working Party was to attend at the course on Sunday the 9 at 2 PM several members present signifying that they would attend. Xmas Raffle The question of the Xmas raffle was next raised. Mr C. Bruce questioned whether if it was worth while holding it in view of the work involved and the small return. Mr T. Edgar proposed that it should be held and was seconded by Mr John Clark. He also proposed that the value of the 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes be reduced. This was seconded by Mr James Clark. The Chairman suggested that a sum of £10 would be sufficient and that a sheet would be put be put on the notice board for donations. This was carried unanimously. Mr C. Bruce proposed that the raffle be drawn at the Dinner & Dance and that no Whist Drive be held. This was seconded by Mr R. Jones. Committee meeting The Secretary asked for an early meeting of the committee and Tuesday the Eleventh of September at 7:30 PM was fixed. Dinner & Dance Mr M. Fleming wanted to know the venue of the D & D and the minute was read. Mr Arlott said that the Sun Hotel will be used and Mr C. Bruce suggested that 80 tickets be printed and that the 16th December be the date fixed. After a proposal by Mr R. Jones and seconded by Mr P. Brown, Mr W. Frew said he would enquire about a 3 piece orchestra which could also entertain between dances. Mr C. Bruce was seconded by Mr T. Edgar that £6 be spent in hiring the band. Best Outsider in It was proposed by Mr James Clark that the best outsider in the Presidents Trial, Mr Presidents Trial C. Linton should be awarded a prize of £1 seconded by Mr C. Bruce. Treasurers Business The Treasurer intimated that he would like more than one signature for withdrawing money at Bank also that the tickets sold at the gate of the Scramble should tally with the cash. Mr Arlott proposed and was seconded by Mr P. Brown that that Mr Craig be given a free hand to see if this could be carried out. Mr W. Frew suggested that our account should be changed to the Glasgow Savings Bank and Mr Craig agreed. Tent Mr Edgar wished the position of the tent used at Scrambles to be clarified and it was decided to interview owner and offer £5 or ask him to name a price. Heater Mr Edgar also brought up the question of a heater for the Clubroom and after some discussion Mr Frew proposed that another electric point be installed. This was seconded by Mr Jones. R. Walsham Mr Frew proposed that the Secretary write and ask Mr Bob Walsham of the Avon Tyre Co. if he could give us another visit. This was seconded by Mr D. Smith. There being no further business the Chairman brought the meeting to a close.
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{signed} – D. Arlott 2nd November 1955
Scramble Dinner Dance
Scramble Dates
Hamilton Club Road Trial Stanyer Trophy
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Wednesday 2nd November 1955 at 15 Commercial Rd when 15 members were present. The minutes of the previous meeting were read by the Secretary and adopted by Mr M. Fleming seconded by Mr John Clark. The Accounts were approved by Mr James Clark seconded by Mr D. Smith. The treasurer stated the club had incurred a loss of £23 on its last Scramble but as this was the first time it had lost on one the position was not too bad. Mr Arlott stated that 70 was the recommended amount of people that could be accommodated with Comfort in the Sun Hotel and it was agreed only this amount of tickets be issued. The Secretary was to ask several persons who had helped the Club during the past season to be guests at the function and it was decided that Messrs I. Bell, A. Sandilands, J. Brownlie, W. Johnston and J Young be invited with their respective partners. The question of next year’s Scrambles was brought up and it was decided to apply for three dates as follows:- 15th April, 24th June and 26th August. It was also decided to offer to hold a Championship leg and after some discussions it was decided that the last Scramble would be the most suitable. The question of Grass Tracks was to be left in abeyance. Mr Nichol announced that the Hamilton Club were running a road trial on Sunday 13th Nov. at 2 PM and asked for competitors. Mr D. Arlott then raised the point about voting for the Stanyer Trophy. This had not taken place and after some discussion Mr Frew suggested that it would not be awarded this year. Mr C. Bruce proposed that it should be awarded and was seconded by Mr John Clark. Voting was to take place during the break for tea. The result of the vote was that Mr T. Edgar be awarded the trophy and Mr Arlott announced a very popular winner. There being no further business the Chairman in his usual competent manner closed the meeting.
{signed} – D. Arlott 7th December 1955 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in the Clubroom on Wednesday 7th December 1955 when twenty one members were present. The minutes were read and adopted by Mr James Clark, seconded by Mr J. Murray. The Accounts were approved to be paid on the motion of Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr J. Lang.
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The Chairman stated that a loss had been made on the Theatre Night the week previous, amounting to 15/6d. This was due to five empty seats in the bus. On a discussion about the 2nd Theatre Night on Jan 25th it was decided to offer the tickets from now on to all members so that those from Strathaven and district could hire a small bus to suit the number taken locally and those from farther away could make their own way there. Next Week’s Mr Arlott announced that Mr Bruce was trying to bring Bobby Burns to the Club the Club Meeting following week along with Bob McIntyre and Joe Potts. The Chairman also asked for the raffle prizes that were donated to be brought along next week and the Treasurer asked for Subscriptions to be paid as soon as possible. Dinner & Dance A discussion was held on the price of the Dinner & Dance tickets and it was decided that they be 15/- each. They were to be uplifted after the business was finished. TT Excursion The Secretary had read a letter earlier in the meeting from the “Motor Cycling” asking the Clubs opinion on a proposal to run an excursion to the Senior TT in 1956 and it was agreed by the members that it was a good idea and that it would get good support from this area. The Secretary was to write in support of the excursion. Olympic Mr Nichol brought up the subject of the Olympic __________ and proposed that a donation be given. Mr Bruce proposed that next week’s collection be donated, the Club making it up to a sum to be fixed later if it was not enough. This was agreed upon. Suspension of riders Mr C. Bruce brought to the notice of the members the suspension of 17 riders by the by F.I.M. F.I.M. and the Club agreed that the secretary write a letter of protest to the A.C.U. asking that an investigation be made into the unconstitutional methods used by the F.I.M. and that they should give their full support to the British riders concerned. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual efficient manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 4th January 1956 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in the Clubroom on Wednesday 4th January 1956 when fifteen members were present. The Secretary opened the meeting by reading the minutes of the previous meeting which were adopted on the proposal of D. Eaton, seconded by C. Bruce. In the absence of the Treasurer the Secretary read the accounts which were approved by C. Bruce, seconded by Mr John Clark. Visit of Bob Walsham The Chairman intimated that word had been received from Bob Walsham, the Avon Tyre Co. representative, that he was prepared to visit the Club on either the 25 th or 26th January. As the 25th was already allocated as being the Theatre Night, the opinion was that the Club hold a meeting on Thursday the 26th Jan for the purpose of having a visit from Mr Walsham. Loudon Trophy Mr C. Bruce then brought up the question of the system governing the awarding of the Loudon Trophy. He suggested that an alteration be made in the awarding of
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 points. Mr Bruce was prepared to draw up a system which he would present to the Club at the next Business Meeting for their approval. Visit of Blantyre The Chairman apologised for his and the Secretary’s absence the previous week on Club the occasion of a visit from the Blantyre Club. This was accepted by the Club. Support for Olympics Mr W. Taylor proposed that the Club support the Ecurrie Ecosse Team in their visit to Florida rather than the Olympic Team. He was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. Mr C. Bruce felt that the Olympic Fund was the better cause as it was purely amateur as against the Ecurrie Ecosse being a purely business proposition. This was put into a counter proposal by Mr D. Eaton and seconded by Mr Bruce. On a vote by the Club, Mr Eaton’s proposal was carried by a slight majority. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 1st February 1956
Comp. Licences
S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Loudon Trophy
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in the Clubroom on Wednesday First of February when ten members were present. The minutes of the previous meeting which were read and passed by D. Smith seconded by T. Edgar. The accounts were then authorised to be paid by John Clark Seconded by I Nichol. The Chairman Mr Arlott opened the business of the evening by asking those who wanted competition licences to give their names to the Secretary at the end of the meeting. Further to a letter read earlier, the Club was asked to appoint two representatives to attend the A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. on Sunday 19 th Feb. in Edinburgh. Mr Bruce proposed that the Chairman and Secretary be the two delegates and was seconded by Mr T. Edgar. The Secretary however declined and Mr J. Murray seconded by Mr D. Smith proposed that Mr C. Bruce attend the A.G.M. along with Mr Arlott as the Clubs official delegates. In the aforementioned letter the Club delegates were notified that a proposal to ensure continuity of the S.A.C.U. management committee by voting the members in for two years was to be approved. Mr Arlott felt that this was not in the best interest of the movement and that he would vote against this proposal. This was agreed unanimously by the Club. Other business for the delegates to raise was the question of a third Scramble date, the permit having been paid for and a proposal that the S.A.C.U. enter a team in the I.S.D.T. On the question of points awards for the Loudon Trophy which had been raised at previous meetings, Mr C. Bruce had drawn up a system which he felt would be fairer to all members competing for this trophy. After Mr Bruce had read his plans to the Club it was decided that the members would be given a month to decide whether to accept his proposals or not and that objections could be raised at the next business meeting. On the question of points, Mr Clark asked for members to
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Perth 2 Day
A.O.C.B.
claim their points by producing if possible, a marked programme or other evidence of placings and presenting this to him within fourteen days of the event. Mr Craig intimated that a team from the Club was likely to be entered in the Perth Two Day Trial and asked if any financial assistance could be given? Mr C. Bruce proposed a pound sterling per head and was seconded by Mr John Clark. Other points raised at the meeting were the whereabouts of the vintage Triumph raised by Mr D. Smith and the need of more publicity from the Club in the Motorcycle Press. On the first point, it was disclosed that Mr J. Campbell had the machine and on the latter question Mr Frew stated that matters would be improved forthwith. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 7th March 1956
S.A.C.U. A.G.M. Clubrooms
Scramble Tent
Loudon Trophy
Tea
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on 7th March 1956 when fifteen members were present. st The minutes of the meeting on 1 February were read and adopted on the motion of I. Nichol seconded by C. Bruce. The accounts were read and approved to be paid proposed by James Clark seconded by D. Eaton. Mr Arlott, the Chairman, one of our delegates to the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. gave a very complete account of the meeting which he attended, accompanied by Mr C. Bruce. On the question of a Clubroom, the Chairman stated that negotiations were proceeding but that so far nothing had been definitely arranged. Several queries from the members were answered on this subject. An inspection of the scramble course at Stonehouse was to be arranged to find out what work was necessary before our first meeting on 1st April. On the raised subject of the tent that had been borrowed for a previous scramble and which had been raised at various meetings, Mr Arlott stated that the owner could not be traced but that an arrangement would be come to as soon as possible. C. Bruce apologised for being unable to put the system of point’s awards (which was minuted at a previous meeting) on the board for member’s perusal but said that this would be remedied before the next business meeting. It was felt that the cost of tea and two biscuits was uneconomic at 3d and a proposal by C. Bruce, seconded by J. Murray was in favour of an increase to 6d. Mr I. Nichol proposed 4d but withdrew after receiving no support. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
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Clubroom
Scramble
Loudon Trophy Poor attendances
Mr T. Edgar
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held at 15 Commercial Rd., Strathaven, on 4th April 1956 when thirteen members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 7th March were read and adopted on the motion of D. Eaton seconded by C. Bruce. The first piece of business was the approaching vacation of the premises at 15 Commercial Rd. on 15th May. It was suggested that the Secretary make enquiries of the County Council regarding the use of the lighting dept. store in Main St., and that Mr W. Frew make enquires at the County Depot regarding a previous offer of premises. Next piece of business was the Scramble on the 15th April. Mr Arlott reported that the course was in good condition and that only slight attention would be needed. Mr Clark appointed the officials for the day and asked for a good turnout of all members. Mr C. Bruce’s system of point’s awards for the Loudon Trophy, a notice of which had been fixed to the notice board for a month, was passed unanimously by the Club. A discussion took place next on the poor attendances to the meetings over the winter and it was declared that this was a regular happening and that the attendances would pick up again in the coming season. However a notice was to be erected at the scramble inviting unattached riders to join us on Wednesday evenings with a view to becoming members. Mr W. McBirnie was to take care of the notice. Mr Arlott let the Club know that our previous secretary, Tom Edgar, was sailing this very night to Canada and the Club felt that it should be recorded that he went with their best wishes for his future and that they appreciated all that he had done for them in the past. This being all the business, the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 2nd May 1956
New Premises Scramble Course & award points
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in the premises at 15 Commercial Rd., when eighteen members attended. The minutes of the meeting on 4/4/56 were passed on the motion of D. Smith seconded by D. Eaton. The treasurer gave a statement of our income and expenditure on the Scramble held on 15th April and reported that it was very successful financially. Mr Arlott, the Chairman, reported that some new premises had been inspected but none had been found suitable. Mr John Clark said that the scramble course needed attention before the next scramble. He also asked that members gaining points in open events should let him know immediately.
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Course marshalling
It was intimated that a meeting would be held on Tuesday 15th May so that our furniture etc. could be removed and stored as our lease of the Clubroom finished on that day. Mr D. Smith has thankfully offered to sore most of the gear at Drumclog. In an observation on our next scramble at Stonehouse on 24th June, Mr A Jones stated that a better system of course marshalling was necessary and that he would, if the Club agreed, see that it was properly organised. His views were accepted and Mr Jones was told that the Club would support him in this. It was thought that the bills advertising the next scramble could be better sited with advantage and the Chairman asked all members to heed this.
30th May 1956
New Premises
TT Excursion
Scramble
Vintage Run
An Ordinary Business meeting of the Club was held in their new premises in the Strathaven Labour Party’s Rooms, when sixteen members attended. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted on the motion of J. Murray seconded by D. Smith. This was the first meeting in the new Clubroom and was held a week earlier than usual as most of the members were required at the scramble course on the following weeks. Mr Arlott said that although we now had obtained the use of these premises at a very reasonable cost we should not give up the search for a place of our own. If a suitable piece of ground could be acquired, suitable huts could be bought fairly reasonably which would accommodate the Club quite nicely. Those members who were going by Motor Cycling TT Excursions to the Senior TT were asked to make arrangements for meeting and uplifting tickets etc. after the business was finished. Mr Clark asked all members to attend our own scramble to help with organising rather than attend a race meeting at Errol on the same day to spectate. All members were to meet next week at the scramble course to carry out some work. The Annual Vintage Run at Dundee was next discussed. The Chairman asked if a rider was available for the machine that was up at Arneil’s garage and required slight attention. There being no further business the meeting was closed by the Chairman in his usual efficient manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 1st August 1956 An Ordinary Business meeting of the Club was held in the Strathaven Labour Rooms, when seventeen members attended. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and adopted on the motion of Mr James Clark seconded by Mr D. Smith. Payment of the accounts was approved by Mr John Clark, seconded by Mr C. Bruce.
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Press Secretary
Scramble Course Protest
Presidents Trial
Club Run
It was brought to the notice of the Club that a donation was normally sent to the Red Cross Society after each scramble but that this year so far, none had been sent. Mr A. Hardie proposed that a sum of Five Guineas be sent and this was seconded by Mr W. Frew. The Chairman Mr D. Arlott informed the members present that Mr W. Frew had asked to be relieved of his duties as press secretary and that Mr D. Eaton had been appointed to the vacancy. A letter was read to the Club from the Secretary of the S.A.C.U. informing them that they could not be granted any more Championship scrambles owing to the dangerous nature of their course. Mr Arlott suggested that we write to the S.A.C.U. protesting at the out of hand banning of the course. After discussions however it was decided to that the club would endeavour to modify the course to do away with the dangerous sections and invite a member of the S.A.C.U. to inspect the course and approve of further applications for championship scrambles. For the forth coming Presidents Trial Mr C. Bruce was co-opted to the Sporting Committee. The Secretary was to invite the Hamilton, Bellshill and Blantyre Clubs to take part. As there had been no Club runs this season it was decided to hold one to the race meeting at Errol on August 12th. Those taking part were to meet at Station Rd, Strathaven at 10 AM. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 5th September 1956
Payment of Rent
Auditors A.G.M. Presidents Trial Treasure Hunt Donation to Prof. A.M. Low
The monthly Business meeting of the Club was held in the premises of the Strathaven Labour Rooms, when thirteen members attended. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and adopted on the motion of Mr James Clark seconded by Mr D. Smith. The Treasurer, Mr Craig, proposed to pay the rent each month on the day of the Business meeting for the month in which that day fell. This was agreed upon. Mr Craig also stated that he would not be available for re-election as Treasurer next year. Two auditors were then appointed. They were Mr C. Bruce an Mr R. Jones. The Chairman, Mr Arlott, announced that the A.G.M. would be held on the 26th Sept. and asked for a large turnout of members. Mr Arlott also announced that the Presidents Trial would be held on Sunday 30th Sept., starting at the Whirlies Roundabout, East Kilbride at 10 AM and that a Treasure Hunt would be held on Sunday 9th Sept starting at the Clubroom at 2 PM. Next item to be discussed was the presentation to Prof. A. M. Low on the occasion of his having served as Chairman of the A.C.U. for 25 years. Mr C. Bruce proposed that the Club donate £1-1/- and this was seconded by Mr D. Smith. Mr Arlott stated that negotiations were still ongoing for a clubroom.
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In relation to this the Chairman said that it would be beneficial to create a regular source of income over and above the annual dues, raffle, etc. such as a football sweep run on the lines of the Strathaven Bowling Clubs enterprise and gave details. Mr James Clark thought that this would be a good idea. Mr W. Frew stated that this would be legal but application would have to be made to the County Council. Mr C. Bruce was not in favour and said that the purpose of the Club was not to amass funds and suggested instead that a voluntary building fund be formed, say 6d a week from each member. He did not think that an income should be derived from outside the Club. Mr D. Smith supported Mr Bruce and stated that he thought gambling was out of place in a motorcycle club. Mr James Clark asked that the matter be brought up at the A.G.M. when more members would be present. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
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26 September 1956 The Annual General Meeting of the Club was held in the Strathaven Labour Rooms on 26th September 1956, when twenty members attended. Chairman’s remarks In the absence of the President, Mr Arneil, who had a previous appointment and who sent his apologies, the Chairman Mr David Arlott opened the meeting with a resume of the Club activities over the past year. Financially he said the Club was in much the same position as the previous year. On the three scrambles which had been run we had made a profit of £25-2-6d which was to be highly commended. Mr Arlott thanked the members who had done so much to make a success of these ventures, especially Mr John Clark of the Sporting Committee. Reviewing the internal activities of the Club the Chairman repeated the previous remarks of last year and hoped for more events for members. This year there had been only two treasure hunts and a trial, which did not take place as planned. Mr Arlott asked members to support their events more as it was rather disheartening for the organisers when so few competitors arrived to take part. On the Loss of our Clubroom, the Chairman stated that the question was still very open and that he hoped we would not have to wait long for a place of our own. The equipment and gear was being stored by courtesy of a Club member and Mr Arlott stated that it would not be left there indefinitely. The Chairman then asked for the minutes of the business meeting of 5th Sept. 1956 to be read and also the minutes of last year’s A.G.M on 27 th Sept. 1955. The adoption of the minutes of the business meeting was proposed by Mr C. Bruce, seconded by Mr A. Annan. The minute of the A.G.M. were adopted on the motion of Mr D. Smith, seconded by Mr C. Bruce. Sporting Committee The Chairman asked for a report from the Sporting Committee; Mr John Clark
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apologised for the lack of events but felt that since Mr Campbell had left, more or less, and Mr Annan had been busy with exams, they had decided to concentrate on the open scrambles. He also mentioned that a trial had been organised but that there had been no competitors. The Chairman offered the Clubs congratulations to Mr Annan on passing his exams, and then asked the Treasurer for his financial report. Mr Craig, in giving his report on the Club finances, stated that at 19th Sept. the Bank Balance stood at £141-16-7d a deficit of £3-1-5d on the previous year. Although we had made a profit on our scrambles of £25-2-6d we had lost £20 on the scramble last October. The raffle had made a profit of £20 and member’s subscriptions had brought in another £20. There had been a small loss on the Dinner Dance but that was to be expected. The running expenses for the Club were £75. The Financial Report was adopted on the motion of Mr John Clark, seconded by Mr J. Lang. For the auditors, Mr C. Bruce reported that the books had been found to be very satisfactory and stated that Mr J Bogie had stood in for Mr R. Jones who had been unable to accept the post of auditor at this instance. The Chairman then thanked all the office bearers and asked them to vacate their positions. The following office bearers and committee were elected:Chairman Mr D. Arlott prop. C. Bruce sec. James Clark Secretary Mr A. Hardie prop. James Clark sec. R. Jones Treasurer Mr D Eaton prop. D. Arlott sec. D. Smith General Committee Mr C. Bruce Mr J. Lang Mr James Clark Mr Doug. Smith All accepted the office positions. Club Captain Mr R. Jones accepted position Sporting Committee Mr R. Jones accepted position Mr A. Annan prop. John Clark sec. D. Smith Mr C. Craig prop. D. Arlott sec. J. Brown Mr W. Easton prop. R. Jones sec. J. Lang Mr John Clark remains as Chairman of the sporting committee in an advisory capacity. Press Secretary Mr C. Bruce prop. R. Jones sec. W. Easton This being all the business of the A.G.M. The new committee and office bearers then took over.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 26th September 1956 The first ordinary business meeting of the Club took place after the A.G.M. The Chairman, Mr Arlott, stated that the winners of the trophies should be known by the next meeting. Except the winner of the Stanyer Trophy. Mr Arlott proposed that a vote be held as last year to decide the winner of this event {trophy?}, the voting to be at the next business meeting. Dinner & Dance On the question of the Dinner Dance, Mr Smith queried whether it was worth holding. The general opinion of the Club was favourable and a date was sought. Mr J. Brown proposed the 14th December and Mr C. Craig proposed the 21st December. Mr A. Annan suggested that we should find out which date we could get and it was decided by 14 votes to four that both dates should be put forward at the Sun Hotel th with the preference for the 14 . On the question of the band, Mr R. Jones proposed that the same group as last year be booked. He was informed that they were now not available. Mr C. Craig stated that he could arrange something suitable and it was left in his hands. Sweep The running of a football sweep was brought up. Mr D Eaton proposed that nothing be done and was seconded by Mr W. Easton. Mr Fleming dissented and there was some discussion with several suggestions. The question of a sweep will be brought up again at a later meeting. Accident to member Mr John Clark proposed that Mr J. Roughead be granted full benefit from the Clubs Accident Fund, namely £1 per week for 12 weeks for the accident he received while racing at Errol. Mr I. Nichol seconded. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual efficient manner. Trophy winners
{signed} – D. Arlott 1st November 1956
Voting for Stanyer Trophy
Dinner Dance Button hole Badges
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their Clubroom at Strathaven, when 21 members attended. The minutes of the business meeting of 26th September were read and adopted on the motion of I. Nichol and James Clark. After the Secretary had read the ??? ??? the Chairman, Mr D. Arlott, intimated that voting was to take place during the meeting to find the winner of the Stanyer Trophy. Also announced was the fact the 800 raffle ticket books were being printed and would be available next week and that prizes could be donated by members if they so wished. The Dinner and Dance was fixed for the 14th December and tickets would be 15/each. Samples of buttonhole badges were shown to the members with the idea of ordering a quantity for the Club. Mr C. Bruce thought they were of poor quality and suggested another manufacturer whose address he would discover. The Club agreed. Mr Arlott next asked all holders of Trophies to return them as soon as possible in order that they could be prepared for the new winners.
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Gaming Licence
Winner of Stanyer Trophy Marshals for Scooter Rally
Mr Arlott brought up the subject of a Clubroom. He announced that Mr Frew knew of suitable premises and asked Mr Frew to give details. These premises were in Strathaven, of 300sq. ft. with an attic and had all services lain on. Mr Frew thought the Club could obtain these premises for £250 with the aid of a loan from an outside party who was willing to put up another £250. Solutions were suggested to raise the money and after some discussion it was decided to ask members for a conditional interest free loan. A sum of £130 was promised. The feeling of most members was that the Club should make every effort to obtain these premises but that more should be found out about the £250 from outside. The Secretary meanwhile was to apply for a Gaming Licence from the County Council to run a Football Sweep in order to raise funds and if possible, have a regular income. The winner of the Stanyer Trophy was John Clark. Mr John Clark announced that a scooter rally was to be held next year in Scotland and that the organisers would be looking for marshals. Eleven members volunteered. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 5th December 1956
Raffle tickets
Hamilton Club Film Show
Clubroom
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their premises in Strathaven, on 5th December 1956 when 22 members attended. The minutes of the business meeting on 1st November 1956 were read and carried on the motion of Mr John Murray, seconded by Mr David Smith. The accounts were passed to be paid on the proposal of Mr Douglas Smith, seconded by G. Stephen. Mr Arlott the Chairman asked all members to return all unsold raffle tickets and counterfoils for those sold by Wednesday 12th December if possible. Also that those members who were donating prizes, bring them that same evening. Mr Arlott also announced that the Hamilton M.C.C. was holding a film show in Hamilton Library Hall in conjunction with the Lanarkshire Road Safety Joint Committee and that members would be welcome on Thursday evening when the show was on. About the Clubroom talked about in previous meetings, the Chairman had no further information. Other announcements by the Chairman were that annual subscriptions would be welcomed by the Treasurer and that one of our best known members Mr M. Fleming had unfortunately had to go into hospital for treatment and that, as he was likely to be there for some little time, he would no doubt be glad to see some of the members from time to time as visitors.
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Personal Accident Insurance
Hungarian Relief Fund
Football Sweep
Blood Donors
The visit to M.E.R.L. on Friday 30th Nov., it was agreed by those members who were there, was a success and it was thought that a visit of this sort to different works etc. be made again. Arising from a letter read by the Secretary, from Mr J. Cuthbert about personal accident insurance, three members were in favour of taking out a policy right away but it was agreed to wait until the Secretary had written to Mr Cuthbert for more information, e.g. Whether insured riders were covered when riding as pillion passengers to uninsured riders. The question of a donation to the Hungarian Relief Fund caused some heated discussion and finally it was decided that Mr James Clark’s proposal seconded by Mr J. Brown, that a collection be taken the following week from the members was adopted. The question of the football sweep arose next when an organizer was wanted to replace Mr M. Fleming who was now unable to carry on as had been previously arranged. Mr John Murray agreed to run the sweep to start with. Mr John Murray raised the matter of blood donors and asked that members should volunteer when the donating unit next visited there area. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 9th January 1957
Scramble Dates
Clubroom
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their clubroom at Sandknowe, Strathaven, on the 9th January 1957 when 14 members were present. The minutes of the meeting of 5th December 1956 were read and adopted on the motion of Mr John Murray, seconded by Mr James Clark. The Treasurer D. Eaton announced a profit of approx. £20 on the raffle and Dinner & Dance. The Bank Balance stood at £117. The Chairman Mr Arlott announced that dates for scrambles should have been sent to the S.A.C.U. before December but this had not been done and the Club would need to apply as soon as possible if they wanted to run any open competitions. After some discussion it was decided that application e made for suitable dates in April and June. Mr Arlott proceeded to the main business of the evening I.E. the obtaining of a new Clubroom, when he said that several members had visited the proposed premises the previous week. In these members opinions the place would be an ideal Clubroom, consisting of a large and a small room, a toilet and sink. Although there was no heating, gas was installed and there was ample storage space. To obtain this place the Club would need to be able to pay £250 down and pay the remainder, approx. £250 over a period. In order that every member would be able to voice his opinion and lend his support the meeting on 16th January would be an Extra-ordinary Business Meeting and the Secretary would postcard all members
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 regarding this. The opinion of the members present was that this chance should not be let slip and that once our sweep was underway there should be no difficulty in paying the required sum. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual efficient manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 16th January 1957
Clubroom
Amendment of Constitution
An Extra-ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their Clubroom in Strathaven on 16th January 1957 when 32 members attended. Mr Arlott the Chairman opened the meeting by announcing the business of the evening, for which the Extra-ordinary Meeting was called, namely the proposal to buy a Clubroom which would be the Clubs permanent headquarters. Mr Arlott introduced the President Mr Arneil who would give details of the proposed premises and the financial aspects. Mr Arneil then gave details of the premises in Dunlop St. Strathaven and answered several questions relating to them. The President thought that the total cost would be £550 including lawyers’ fees and asked what money the Club members could lend the Club? A list of donations and loans came to £215-14/- to which could be added £107 in the bank. Mr Arneil stated that he would lend the Club £100 for which he would like interest and that he would lend another £100 interest free in order to make up the required sum. This money had to be paid over by the end of the month. Mr Arlott proposed that the following clause be introduced into the Constitution of the Club replacing item 15 temporarily. “In event of Club disbanding, the persons carrying the major part of the loan (16/1/57) will endeavour, with consent of Club members, to cover their loss by disposal of Club property, funds etc., and any surplus thereafter will be handed over to Erskine Homes.” This was seconded by Mr James Clark. This being all the business, the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
6th February 1957 An Ordinary Business Meeting was held in the new Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on 6th February 1957 when 23 members attended. The minutes of the business meeting of 9th January were read and adopted on the proposal of Mr J. Murray, seconded by Mr John Clark. The minutes of the extra-ordinary business meeting of 16th January were then read and adopted on the proposal of Mr David Smith, seconded by Mr J Coombs.
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Sweep
The Secretary read a letter to the Club from H. S. Cotton Ltd. Publicity Consultants, requesting the Clubs co-operation in connection with the Golden Jubilee of the TT Races. Mr Bruce suggested that a show of TT films could be arranged for April and it was generally agreed that posters, news-sheets, car stickers, etc. be distributed among Club members. Mr John Murray announced that he had plenty sweep tickets and that he wanted as many sold as possible. Mr R. Jones suggested that when the first prize was big enough, that a small incentive prize be awarded each week. This was agreed and would be kept in mind. There being no further business the Secretary, in the absence of the Chairman, closed the meeting. {signed} – D. Arlott
6th March 1957
Scramble Dates
Football Sweep
Scottish Clubman Raffle
S.A.C.U. A.G.M. Cancellation of Scramble 14/4/57 Rutherglen M.C.C.
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their Clubroom at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven when 18 members were present. The minutes of the meeting on 6th Feb. 1957 were read an passed on the motion of Mr W. Easton and seconded by Mr David Smith. The Chairman Mr Arlott opened the meeting by announcing that the S.A.C.U. had th granted the Club the dates for which they had applied to run Scrambles, namely 14 April and 30th June. The next business was a discussion on the football sweep which the Chairman announced had increased from 114 names in the first sweep to 165 in the second. Several suggestions were made about running the sweep during the summer months when there was no Scottish or English league football and also various methods were discussed for maintaining interest and increasing popularity. Mr C. Bruce stated that he had received a 100 books of raffle tickets from the Scottish Clubman and that in order to show the Clubs willingness to help this magazine he proposed that he would obtain another 100 for distribution to the members. This was seconded by Mr J. Murray. Next Mr Bruce gave a very full and varied report on the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. which he and Mr Douglas Smith attended in Edinburgh on 3rd March 1957. The next item that came under discussion was the proposed scramble on 14th April and it was finally decided in a proposal by Mr Douglas Smith, seconded by Mr A. Annan that the fixture be cancelled. Mr A. Annan announced that a motorcycle club was to be formed in Rutherglen and he suggested that he attend the first meeting and invite prospective members to join the Avon Valley Club should there be insufficient numbers to start a club successfully. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
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17th April 1957
Recruiting Campaign
Sweep
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their Clubroom at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven when 12 members were present. The minutes of the meeting on 6th Mar. 1957 were read and adopted on the motion of Mr John Murray, seconded by Mr Robert Williamson. In the absence of the Treasurer the Secretary stated the approximate amount in the Club funds. A discussion followed regarding the formation of motor cycle clubs in Rutherglen, Larkhall and East Kilbride. It was felt that the Avon Valley Club should do more to encourage new members and attract young motorcyclists. E.g. advertising and enlisting the help of the Lanarkshire Road Safety Organisers. Arising from this it was decided a Committee meeting be held to decide on a Summer programme. Mr Frew suggested that in addition to our usual Scrambles a Gymkhana be held in Strathaven as a previous event of this kind had been a great success. It was decided that the football sweep be suspended during the close season as it was felt that there would be a lack of interest during the Summer. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting.
{signed} – D. Arlott 15th May 1957 An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their Clubroom at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven when 17 members were present. The minutes of the meeting on 17 th April 1957 were read and adopted on the motion of Mr James Lang, seconded by Mr John Murray. Club Run Mr Arlott the Chairman opened the meeting by announcing that for the Club Run the previous Sunday only four members had turned out. It was hoped that for other runs this year there would be a better attendance. Gymkhana Mr Arlott also stated that the District Council had been informed that the Club was intending to hols a Gymkhana in the John Hastie Park and that a date would be fixed for this event as soon as possible. Sporting Committee The Secretary read a letter from Mr A. Annan asking to be relieved of his position in the Sporting Committee and the Chairman stated that another member of that committee, Mr C. Craig was in hospital that his position would require to be filled also. The new members elected were Mr J. Coombs, proposed by Mr D. Arlott, seconded by Mr W. Easton and Mr A. Snowden proposed by Mr John Clark seconded by Mr Doug. Smith. Treasurer Also read was a letter from the Treasurer Mr D. Eaton who wished to resign his office owing to his inability to attend frequently. His resignation was accepted and the Secretary Mr A. Hardie, agreed to carry on as Secretary & Treasurer. Scramble The last business to be brought up was the decision whether to run the Scramble on 30th June or postpone or cancel it. but it was decided that it should be run on the
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{signed} – D. Arlott 3rd July 1957
Scramble
Letter to farmer
Gymkhana
Ulster G.P.
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in their Clubroom at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven when 16 members were present. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted on the motion of Mr John Brown, seconded by Mr Douglas Smith. The Scramble which was held at Stonehouse on 30 th June had been successful financially although the Treasurer could not state the exact profit owing to there being several accounts still to be paid. After some discussion the Club decided that the Secretary should write to the S.A.C.U. applying for a vacant date in late August or September when we would consider running another Scramble. Mr John Clark stated that Mr Johnstone of Kittymuir farm did not want the usual donation of £5 from the Club and it was decided that the Secretary should write a letter appreciating the use of his land etc. The subject of the Gymkhana was then raised and it was decided to hold this event in the John Hastie park on the last Saturday in July or the first Saturday in August subject to the necessary approval of the Fourth District Council. Several members asked if there were any arrangements being made for going to spectate at the Ulster G.P. on 10th August. Mr William Frew stated that there was a suitable B.E.A. flight from Renfrew and it was decided that the secretary should apply for 10 seats on this plane. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 7th August 1957
Gymkhana
An Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on 7th Aug. 1957 when 20 members attended. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read by the Secretary and adopted and seconded by Mr W. Easton and Mr J. Coombs respectively. A statement of the Clubs finances was handed round and it was decided that they were satisfactory. The Gymkhana to be held in the John Hastie Park on 17th August was next item on agenda, it was decided that it should be started at 6:30 PM and that it should be advertised in the local news in the Hamilton Advertiser and also that the Hamilton and Blantyre Clubs should be invited to take part. Mr Doug. Smith suggested that
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Football Sweep
Club Run to Errol
Wed. 14th August should be devoted to making preparations for this event and it was agreed. Mr J. Coombs announced for the Sporting Committee that this years Presidents Trial would be held on Sunday 21st September. A good turnout of members was hoped for. The Football Sweep was the next subject under discussion and it was decided that it would be started at the beginning of the new football season and that the numbers this year should correspond to the home teams as printed in the Sunday Mail instead of teams on cards issued by the Club. Any members going to the race meeting at Errol on Sunday 11 th August were to meet at Newhouse Roundabout at 10:45 that morning. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott 4th September 1957 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop th St., Strathaven on 4 September 1957 when there were 19 members present. The minutes were read and adopted on the motion of Mr M. Fleming, seconded by Mr W. Easton and an account was passed by Mr John Murray, seconded by Mr John Clark. Gymkhana The Chairman Mr Arlott commented on the poor turn out of competitors at the Gymkhana held on the 17th August in the John Hastie Park. e.g. there were only 6 machines present at the start of the event. Mr W. Frew felt that the event suffered from a lack of organisation beforehand. Sweep Also commented on was the lack of support for the football sweep which was the Clubs main source of income. The amount of tickets sold had not reached the level of last year and a much greater effort was needed to expand the sale of these tickets. Presidents Trial Mr Coombs stated that the Presidents Trial would now be held on Sunday 29 th September starting from the Clubroom at 9 AM prompt. Scooter Rally About the Scooter Rally which was being organised in Scotland on the 15 th September names of those who wished to be marshals was asked for. Auditors The next business was the appointment of two auditors to examine the cash books on the following Wednesday in preparation for the A.G.M. to be held on 25th September. Mr W. Easton and Mr W. Frew were appointed. All absent members were to be post carded advising them of the A.G.M. S.A.C.U. Constitution Mr Bruce suggested that now the S.A.C.U. had printed new copies of their constitution it would be a good idea for the Club to purchase half a dozen copies. This was duly agreed upon. Among other items to be discussed was whether there should be another sporting event before the A.G.M. but it was decided that there was no immediate hurray and that it could be decided at a committee meeting for the winter programme. Also discussed was the heating of the premises and it was decided to obtain information
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further
{signed} – D. Arlott
25th September 1957
1957 - 1958
The Annual General Meeting of the Club was held on Wednesday 25th September 1957 when 21 members attended. Opening Remarks The Chairman, Mr Arlott, opened the meeting in the absence of the President Mr Arneil. Mr Arlott welcomed the members and proceeded to review the activities of the past year. The most important happening had been the acquisition of premises for Clubrooms. This had been possible, only by the help of loans from various members all of which would be paid back, it was hoped within a period of five years. The main source of income at the present time was the football sweep which had also been started during the past season. It was hoped the members would do all in their power to increase the sale of sweep tickets. Mr Arlott also mentioned the sporting activities of the Club and hoped that there would be an increase in events during the new season. The Chairman then asked for the minutes of the business meeting on 4th Sept. 1957 and the minutes of the A.G.M. on 26th Sept. 1956 to be read. The minutes of the business meeting on 4th Sept. 1957 were passed by Mr J. Coombs, seconded by Mr John Murray. The minutes of the A.G.M. were approved by Mr W. Easton, seconded by Mr John Clark. Sporting Committee The Chairman asked for a report by the Sporting Committee. In giving his report, Mr Report J. Coombs stated that they had got off to a bad start with a member falling ill and another resigning owing to pressure of business. He himself had been asked to take over with another member. Two Scrambles were to have been held but the first one was cancelled owing to petrol rationing and the Clubs financial position at that time but the second one was a very good and enjoyable event although the financial aspect was not as great as was hoped. Also there had been one not very successful road trial and two closed events at the scramble course. The 1957 Presidents Trial would be held on Sunday the 29th Sept. Mr Coombs also mentioned that no fewer than nine members had competed in open race meetings. The Cups winners had not been decided yet but would be before the Dinner dance. Financial Report The Chairman then asked the Treasurer for the financial report. Mr A. Hardie in giving his report stated that there was a deficit over the year of £97 in the General Statement of Income and Expenditure but this was to be expected owing to the funds being almost entirely used for the purchase of the Clubrooms. A complete statement on the position of the loans from members was not ready but a rough indication was given at the request of Messrs T. Edgar & W. Frew. A proper statement would be given as soon as possible. Mr Frew proposed that the amount
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 outstanding be shown on the balance sheet and minuted and this was agreed when the report was adopted on the motion of Mr John Clark, seconded by Mr W. Frew. The Chairman then thanked the office bearers for their good work and asked them to vacate their positions. The following office bearers were elected:Chairman Mr D. Arlott prop. J. Murray sec. John Clark Secretary Mr J. Coombs prop. C. Bruce sec. J. Murray Treasurer Mr A. Hardie prop. J. Coombs sec. T. Edgar General Committee Mr Doug. Smith prop. W. Easton sec. David Smith Mr James Clark prop. J. Coombs sec. W. Easton Mr John Murray prop. J. Coombs sec. C. Bruce Mr M. Fleming prop. T. Edgar sec. A. Hardie Club Captain Mr W. Easton prop. C. Bruce sec. A. Hardie Sporting Committee Mr W. Frew prop. D. Arlott sec. C. Bruce Mr J. Crabb prop. J. Coombs sec. R. Jones Mr D. M’Ateer prop. T. Edgar sec. D. Smith Press Secretary Mr W. Easton prop. R. Jones sec. J. Murray Other Business
Other business discussed after the election of office bearers was the general agreement that an annual dinner be held and that the A.G.M. remain in September. All cups should be decided on a September to September basis. Mr J Murray also asked for as many names for the sweep as possible. This being all the business, the meeting closed with Mr James Clark asking for a vote of thanks for the past office bearers and wishing the new ones every success for the future.
{signed} – D. Arlott
6-11-57 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven under the Chairmanship of D. Arlott. Seventeen members were present. The minutes of the previous business meeting and of the Annual General Meeting were read and approved, the first on a motion by J. Murray, seconded by R. Williamson, the latter proposed by D. Smith and seconded by W. Easton. Correspondence A letter from James Arneil explaining the current position with the account for purchase of the Club premises was read and noted. That two accounts (rates and electricity) should be paid was proposed by C. Bruce and seconded by D.W. Smith. Trophies
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 It was announced that the Clubs trophies would be presented at the Annual dinner and dance as follows:Kittymuir Trophy J. Campbell (Edinburgh Southern) Louden Trophy C. Bruce Avon Valley Trophy D. W. Smith Presidents Trophy James Clark. In respect of the Stanyer Trophy the meeting was invited to vote in secret ballot for the person to receive it, or recommend that no award should be made this year; if it was considered that there were insufficient grounds. The result of the ballot showed that there should be no award. Other members were recommended as recipients for services to the Club, namely; J. Brown, D. Arlott and J. Murray. Club Raffle Some discussion arose as to whether a raffle would be advisable in view of the fact that ticket sellers would largely be approaching buyers of weekly football sweep tickets. However it was felt that sufficient support would be forthcoming and donations of gifts for prizes were invited. Dinner Dance It was stated that in order that the diner and dance be self-supporting a minimum of 76 tickets would require to be sold. The following guests would be invited; Mr Johnstone, Mr Brownlee, J. Campbell, Mr Sandilands. S.A.C.U. Calendar Discussion of dates for the 1958 season produced the following dates for scrambles events and the Secretary was instructed to apply for them requesting at the same time that one of the meetings should have Championship status: April 20th June 29th October 5th. Some discussion ensued about the possibility of the Scottish Television Authority being interested in an event of this nature. The Secretary undertook to investigate. The Chairman then closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
4-12-57 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on 4th Dec. 1957 under the Chairmanship of D. Arlott, twenty two members were present. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion of James Clark seconded by D.W. Smith. Correspondence A letter from the S.A.C.U. referring to 1958 calendar was read. It was noted that the scramble date requested for June 29 th 1958 was to be postponed to July 6 th 1958, all dates subject to the management committees approval. Access to Club
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The access to club premises out with Club nights was discussed at some length. It was felt that while the Clubroom was general property of members, definite control of entry was most desirable in view of the fire risk in a building constructed as it is and in consideration of the other occupants thereof. Further it was suggested that an overall charge should be made for the use of the premises other than on Wednesday nights to cover costs of lighting and heating. The following motion placed by the committee, proposed by James Clark and seconded by W. Frew:That members of the committee should hold a key, which must be returned to that person on the same day that it is borrowed and that the borrower hands over the sum of 2/6d to the committee member at the time of borrowing, to cover cost of lighting and heating. This was defeated by an amendment proposed by J. Murray seconded by C. Bruce as follows:That access to Club premises out with Club nights must be arranged with the Secretary on Wednesday nights and that a minimum donation of 2/6d be paid to Club to cover lighting and heating. The amendment was carried by ten votes to seven.
Other Business Other business discussed included dinner and dance & raffle ticket sales. The Chairman then closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
8-1-57{58} The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on 8th Jan. 1958 under the Chairmanship of David Arlott, 16 members were present. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion of D. M’Ateer seconded by R. Williamson. Correspondence In connection with a letter from the Secretary of the S.A.C.U., regarding fixtures for the forthcoming season, the allocation of championship scrambles was discussed. Although not finalised it was felt that it should be ascertained how the allocation was made. Accounts Five accounts were presented and J. Murray proposed, seconded by V. Black, that they should be paid. Other Business A discussion arose regarding insurance during closed trials and it was decided to continue the matter further at the next business meeting.
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{signed} – D. Arlott
5-2-58 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on Wednesday 5th February 1958 and attended by 23 members under the Chairmanship of David Arlott. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion of David Smith seconded by D. W. Smith. Correspondence A letter from S.A.C.U. Secretary dealing especially with insurance of closed events was dealt with, and it was decided that for future events of this nature closed permit and insurance must be applied for. Accounts Two accounts were submitted and it was proposed by C. Bruce seconded by D. W. Smith that they should be paid. Loan It was agreed that the 7% interest on large loans to the Club should be paid annually on the first day of February. Autographic Copyright
A letter from “The Motor Cycle” regarding the Press Secretary’s submission of a photograph for publication, requested permission to reproduce on payment of reproduction fee to copyright holder, namely Mr T. Edgar, who kindly offered to donate the fee to the Club funds.
S.A.C.U. A.G.M. Suggested by Club that the delegates to the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. request that 13-7-58 be allotted to us for a scramble. Also it was the wish of the meeting that application be made to alter the date of the Scottish Speed Championships. Club Badges The matter of Club badges was raised and it was decided that in view of the Clubs financial commitments, the matter would be raised again at a later date. That concluded the business and the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
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5-3-58 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on 5-3-58 commencing at 8 PM. 28 members were present. The secretary apologised for being unable to produce the previous meetings minutes. The monthly financial report was accepted and outstanding accounts were to be paid. The motion was proposed by R. Williamson, seconded by C. Bruce. It was agreed that the receipts from the sweep should be allocated entirely to the repayment of outstanding loans. S.A.C.U. A.G.M. C. Bruce, one of the delegates to the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. reported on the meeting. Specific points dealt with were allocation of Championship Scrambles dates & the allocation of points for the “Motor World Trophy” at the inter club meet. Lanarkshire Road Safety
The previous meeting of interested parties with Lanarkshire Road Safety organisers was reported on and it was agreed to support the organisation of a road safety rally. Mr David Smith agreed to attend the next subsequent meeting in the company of J. Brown. There being no further business the meeting was closed by the Chairman in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
2-4-58 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on 2nd April 1958. 20 members were present under the Chairmanship of David Arlott. The minutes of the two previous business meetings were read and approved. Those for February on a motion by D. W. Smith, seconded by R. Williamson and for March, by V. Black seconded by David Smith. The Treasurer presented the accounts and on a motion by W. K. Easton, seconded by J. Lang, it was agreed that they should be paid. A meeting of the full committee was arranged for Friday 11th April to arrange the forthcoming seasons programme. Mr David Smith who had attended a meeting with the Lanarkshire Road Safety organiser reported that the proposal for a road safety rally has had to be abandoned. The business concluded and the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
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Minutes Accounts Scramble
Sweep
Loan Repayment Cautionary Flags
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven under the Chairmanship of David Arlott, commencing at 8 PM. Twenty members were present. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion by R. Williamson, seconded by Chris Brown. The treasurer presented the financial statement and it was agreed on a motion by J. Murray, seconded by C. Bruce that the accounts should be paid. It was reported that the first scramble of the season had been a success and the Chairman expressed the gratitude of the Club to all those, both members and others who had assisted. The football sweep was now wound up for the season with a profit which was considered to be moderately successful. The thanks of the Club were due to those who had sold tickets over the year. John Murray who had organised the sweep and kept the accounts was the subject of a vote of thanks proposed by James Clark and seconded by W. K. Easton, which was carried unanimously by those members present. It was decided in principal that the profit from the sweep should be used to repay the Club loans outstanding on the premises. To comply with S.A.C.U. Regulations it was decided that yellow cautionary flags should be obtained to be used at the forthcoming scrambles events. There was no further business and the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
4-6-58
Painting Sporting Committee Hoist
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on Wednesday June 4th 1958 under the Chairmanship of David Arlott. 16 members were present. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion by James Clark seconded by R. Williamson. It was decided that the Clubroom should be cleaned in preparation for painting. There was some discussion about the obtaining of suitable paint. In view of the smallness of the Sporting Committee nominations were sought for a further member. John Brown volunteered and was duly elected. The question of the dismantling of the hoist was raised and the Secretary was asked to write to the other occupants of the building suggesting that the Club should carry
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{signed} – D. Arlott
6-8-58
Hoist
Sweep
A.G.M.
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held at 3 th Dunlop St., Strathaven at 8 PM on 6 August 1958. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion by W. Easton seconded by R. Williamson. The accounts were approved by C. Bruce seconded by V. Black. The matter of the removal of the hoist was again discussed since a letter had been received by the other occupants of the building on this matter. Mr Frew was requested to approach Messrs Allingham and Maillie about it. Subsequently the Secretary was informed that a member of that firm would visit us on the 20th August. The football sweep was discussed and plans made to get it underway. The point was again made that it was by far the greatest source of income and that every effort was required to make a success of it. The approaching annual general meeting was discussed and it was decided that in view of member’s commitments the meeting should be held on the last Wednesday in August. The Secretary was instructed to circularise the absent members regarding the date. No further business was raised and the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – D. Arlott
27-8-58
Minutes Presidents Report
The Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held on 27th August 1958 commencing at 8 PM. 30 members were present. The minutes of the last A.G.M. and of the previous business meeting were read and approved by a motion of D. M’Ateer seconded by V. Black. In the absence of the President, the Chairman read the prepared report. Which commenced with the apologies for the absence and reaffirming his full interest in the Clubs activities. Mr Arneil stated that in the event of the solicitors concerned in the transference of our property, foreclosing his assistance in the matter of finance would be forthcoming. He expressed the hope that the members would continue in
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Club Captains Report
Election of Officers
Other Business
their efforts to furnish the Clubrooms, the chief matter of importance in this connection being the gaining of financial stability. Commenting on the success of the Presidents Trophy Trial, he thought that the earlier date had some bearing on the matter. In connection with the scramble he thought that the increase in admission fee had helped to make the event a financial success. Finally he thanked all Club members especially the retiring officials, for the work put in during the preceding year. The balance sheet had been circulated and indicated a considerable surplus of income over expenditure due to the success of the scramble and the selling of sweep tickets. This was considered quite satisfactory in view of the previous year’s deficit. The members indicated their appreciation. In giving his report the Club Captain related that a Scramble, the Presidents Trial and a couple of Club runs had taken place. He felt that on the whole the attitude of the members to both closed events and open events showed marked lack of enthusiasm. He also considered that such activities would be of the utmost importance in maintaining interest in the Club. At this stage the members of the committees and the officers of the Club retired and nominations of new office bearers invited. Chairman David Arlott prop. W. Frew sec. Doug. Smith John Coombs prop. C. Bruce sec. T. Edgar David Arlott asked to be withdrawn, which was permitted and John Coombs was duly elected. Secretary W. K. Easton prop. R. Jones sec. James Clark Treasurer A. Hardie prop. T. Edgar sec. V. Black Club Captain V. Black prop. James Clark sec. R. Williamson General Committee On a majority vote, the following were elected:Doug. Smith prop. T. Edgar sec. W. Easton James Clark prop. C. Bruce sec. W. Frew David Arlott prop. J. Coombs sec. A. Hardie Gavin Leggate prop. John Clark sec. W. Easton Sporting Committee After some discussion as to whether it would be advisable to elect one member and charge him with nominating his colleagues, it was decided to elect by vote in the meeting, the full committee. This was done by majority vote and the following were elected:John Brown prop. W.K. Easton sec. J. Murray Anne Irvine prop. John Murray sec. David Smith William Easton prop. John Clark sec. R. Jones Press Secretary David M’Ateer prop. W. Easton sec. R. Williamson In Recognition of great service to the Club C. Bruce proposed and James Clark seconded a motion that an honorarium of size to be decided by the General Committee should be given to John Murray. The motion was unanimously endorsed.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 R. Jones and W. Frew proposed that the time was opportune to consider the award of the Stanyer Trophy. An amendment submitted by C. Bruce and D. M’Ateer, maintaining the Status Quo, was carried. Mr Frew Then proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring Chairman, commenting on his hard work on behalf of the club during his terms of office.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 30/9/59
1st October 1958
Trophies
Football Sweep Visits Dance Heating
The monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held at 3 Dunlop St, Strathaven at 8:30 PM on Wednesday 1st October 1958. The minutes of the A.G.M. were read and approved on a motion by Bobby Williamson and seconded by Vic. Black. The accounts were approved by Dave Arlott and seconded by Christopher FlemingBrown. The trophy winners for 1958 were:Presidents Trophy James Clark Loudon Trophy Charlie Bruce Avon valley Trophy Andy Hardie Stanyer Trophy Doug. Smith A vote was taken to determine the recipient of the Stanyer Trophy, this resulted in the award going to Doug. Smith for his excellent ride in the Manx of 1958. The football sweep was said to be going well but if all members endeavoured to increase the number of tickets sold, it would help to clear our debt quicker. The Press Secretary stated that a series of works visits had been arranged. It was suggested that there be no late night licence for the dinner dance. It was decided, after much discussion, to leave the arrangements as they were. The question of heating was once again raised. On the point of cheapness it was suggested that the ceiling be covered in and so preserve the heat. A rough estimate of the cost was £15. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
5 November 1958 The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held at 3 Dunlop St, Strathaven on Wednesday 1st October 1958 at 8:15 PM when twenty one members. The Chairman Mr Coombs stated that the Treasurer had unavoidably been delayed and there would not on this occasion be the usual financial statement.
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Club Badge for the U.S.A.
Resignation of the Secretary
Appointment of Assistant Sec. Rates Demand
Annual Raffle Hamilton M.C.C. Visit
The minutes of the Business meeting of 1st October were read and approved on the motion of Messrs Bruce and Frew. The Chairman then read a letter he had received from an American enthusiast, Mr Washbune, who declared that he had a considerable collection of motor cycle club badges and was most keen that he would be allowed to add that of the Avon Valley M.C.C., to his collection. Mr Coombs stated that he had been given a Club badge by an anonymous donor and he proposed to forward same to the United States. The members were in general agreement. The Secretary then detailed the correspondence he had received. Mr Coombs stated that it was with regret that the Committee had been informed at their previous meeting that Mr Easton wished to resign his position as Secretary of the Club due to pressure of his other commitments. The position had now to be filled and Mr Coombs requested members to give the matter their serious attention. Nominations of Messrs M’Ateer, Black and Arlott were declined. A proposal by Messrs John Clark and J. Brown that an assistant Sec. be appointed was approved by the Club. The motion by Mr Easton seconded by Mr James Clark that Mr Edgar be appointed thereafter agreed. The Chairman stated that hi attention had been drawn to the fact that the rates demand for the Clubrooms was now to hand. Mr Bruce stated that it was necessary to pay the first instalment before the end of the month otherwise the full sum fell due to be paid in Dec. He moved that the first instalment be paid now to avoid the sudden large withdrawal from Club funds which would arise with payment of the full sum. The motion was seconded by Mr Murray and approved. It was advised by the Chairman that tickets for the Annual Raffle would be available at the next meeting, the 12th Nov. Before concluding, Mr Coombs drew members’ attention to the visit to be made by the Hamilton M.C.C. on 12th Nov. to Strathaven and he hoped to see a good turnout of members. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 3rd December 1958 The monthly Business Meeting of the Club was held on 3rd Dec. at 3 Dunlop St, Strathaven, when twenty one members attended. The minutes of the meeting of 5th Nov. were read and approved on the motion of Messrs Williamson and Black. The Chairman called on the Secretary for any correspondence. The only letter being from the County Clerk requesting payment for the annual fee for registration of Lotteries (viz the football sweep), Mr Bruce moved that this be paid seconded by Mr John Clark. The Treasurers report was then made, after which, questions by Messrs Bruce and Easton on the amount of the outstanding loan on the Clubrooms and a final balance
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Dance Tickets
Accommodation of Kittymuir Trophy Winner
Raffle
sheet for the scramble, respectively, were satisfactorily dealt with. The accounts presented were moved for payment by Messrs Bruce and John Clark. Mr Coombs then stated that tickets for the Dinner Dance were still available, and asked if there was anything further to discuss regarding this function? Mr Arlott proposed and was seconded by Mr J. Clark that Messrs Brownlie and Johnstone and the winner of the Kittymuir Trophy, J. M. Davies, be given complementary tickets as in previous years. This was agreed and Mr Arlott added that the President Mr James Arneil was always included in this list and this was agreed. Mr Arlott then proposed that in the case of the winner of the Kittymuir trophy he felt that Bed And Breakfast should be offered to the winner of the trophy especially in this instance as a far distance had to be travelled. The Chairman drew attention to the expenditure already incurred in connection with the scramble and the Dinner Dance and to the financial position of the Club. Mr James Clark stated that we relied on people of the type of the winner of the trophy to provide spectacle at the scrambles and he seconded Mr Arlott in his motion. Mr D. Smith was not in favour as to much expenditure appeared to be involved and Mr Easton inquired if this function was usually a financial success. This latter question was replied to by the Treasurer who stated that there was invariably a small loss. Mr Arlott then drew attention to the publicity such a gesture would give, a publicity he reckoned which was as cheap as the scramble advert in the Scottish Clubman. Mr Bruce said that on this occasion surely the provision of accommodation was a social must and Mr Easton was in full agreement. There being no opposing motion, the Secretary was advised to inform Mr Davies that accommodation for two would be available. Mr Coombs drew attention to the Raffle and advised members that the Club relied on the generosity of members for the prizes and that a list was on the Notice Board. In his closing remarks the Chairman drew member’s attention to the Football Sweep. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 7th January 1959 The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Wed. 7th Jan. when fifteen members attended. The Chairman welcomed the members and extended to all, very best wishes for 1959. The minutes of the meeting of 3rd Dec. were read and approved on the motion of Messrs Black and Lang. The treasurer in giving his monthly report stated that he was of the opinion that the interest bearing loans could now be repaid in respect of the monies borrowed for the purchase of the Clubrooms. Since the interest monies is due to be paid on the 1 st Feb., it was unanimously agreed on the motion of Messrs M’Ateer and Gallagher that the treasurers recommendation be carried out. Accounts from Giltone Press and for
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S.A.C.U. Letter
Club Visits
Scramble in aid of Charity
Hoist in Clubroom
Dinner Dance
Visit of Potts and McIntyre
engraving and replicas were passed for payment. Mr Murray said that the Football Sweep was returning approx. £5-5/- profit, less administration fees, every week. Mr M’Ateer asked if the final statement for the Scramble was now available. Mr Hardie said he hoped to have this for the next meeting. Mr Brown said that he understood that the legal settlement regarding the Club premises would be concluded in the near future. Correspondence from the S.A.C.U. was then read and it was noted that the dates allocated for Scrambles to the Club was 19th April & 31st May. Mr Arlott said that some form of protest be made to the S.A.C.U. as the dates were to early. Mr John Clark requested that the S.A.C.U. required to furnish information as to how the dates were allocated. It was unanimously agreed that the Secretary write to the S.A.C.U. on these lines. The Chairman said that Mr Horne who had been steward at one of the Scrambles had stated that he would be glad to speak on behalf of the Club at S.A.C.U. Committee meetings. It was felt that Mr Horne be contacted prior to the A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. A letter from Messrs Stewart & Lloyds requesting information about the Club was read and discussed. It was decided that Mr M’Ateer reply to the firm. A visit to Cardowan Bakery is under review and it was left again to Mr M’Ateer to contact the N.C.B. office and arrange a suitable date. Mr John Murray suggested that a Scramble during the season be organised in aid of some charity, Erskine Home for example. After discussion, in which Mr Black said he agreed with the proposal. Mr John Clark, while appreciating the sentiment felt that Club debts would be better paid up, it was decided that the question be postponed meantime but that Mr Murray should raise the matter again. Messrs Arlott and Frew stated that negotiations to remove the hoist equipment in the Clubroom building were still proceeding, but it was hoped to be able to start work soon. Mr Frew said he thought steps should be taken to improve the meal at the function and Mr Black said the service at his table was very poor. The Chairman while agreeing said that the Club was hardly in a position to complain of bad organisation on that occasion, since they themselves had been poorly organised but the matter should be borne in mind for the next function. Mr Coombs drew members attention to the proposed visit to the Club by Messrs Potts and McIntyre on 14th inst. It was unanimously agreed that the order of sausage rolls be increased to 5 doz. and cakes 4 dozen for this occasion. The Chairman reminded members that the charge was 1/- per head. Mr M’Ateer stated that he hoped some improvement in the heating would be made for that evening. Several members agreed to bring paraffin stoves to alleviate the condition. Mr Brown was asked if he would be able to procure some additional cups to swell the Clubs depleted stock, which could not cope with the numbers attending on such occasions. He agreed to look into the matter. There being no further matters for discussion the Chairman concluded the meeting in his usual capable manner.
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Treasurers report
S.A.C.U.
S.A.C.U. Annual General Meeting
Instructions to Delegates
Secretary resigns
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on Wed. 4th Feb. with Club Chairman Mr Coombs in the Chair. Nineteen members were in attendance. The Chairman opened the meeting with the remarks that he felt necessary to put on record that in his view the majority of members were not enthusiastic enough about Club affairs and that a certain few were invariably compelled to carry out those tedious but necessary tasks which required regular attention. He expressed the hope for some improvement in this connection. He also mentioned that some members were still owing money for Dinner Dance tickets. He then called on the Secretary to read the minutes of the previous business meeting. These were duly read and approved on the motion of D. Smith seconded by J. Murray. The Treasurer in his monthly statement said that the funds had increased by £9 since previous meeting making a total of £198-4-2d. From this falls to be deducted the sum of £74-18/- to cover the repayment of the interest bearing loans. They are to be repaid one week from today. The next item was a discussion regarding the Scramble dates allocated to the Club by the S.A.C.U. Mr W. Easton said the S.A.C.U. Secretary had spoken to him in connection with the letter to him by the Avon Valley Secretary as directed on the business meeting on 7th Jan. Mr Easton was told that these dates had been chosen by a committee having regard to the type of track, ground surface and various other factors and that no change could now be made in those dates. The Secretary read a notice from the S.A.C.U. giving details of the A.G.M. to be held in Edinburgh on Sunday 8th Feb. Among other matters it stated that as the Club had not yet paid their affiliation fees they were not entitled to send any delegates to this meeting. The Chairman remarked that this lapse showed a lack of organisational enthusiasm in the Club. Mr C. Bruce said that if the S.A.C.U. Secretary were handed the affiliation fees before the A.G.M. it would be quite in order for the Club to send two delegates. It was agreed that Mr W. Easton be handed the fees to deliver to the S.A.C.U. Secretary and two delegates were appointed as follows:- D. M’Ateer, proposed by V. Black, seconded by C. Bruce and W. Easton, proposed by D. M’Ateer seconded by C. Bruce. The delegates were instructed to make further enquiries concerning the method of allocation of Scramble dates and to endeavour to obtain the support of other West of Scotland delegates before the meeting begins. They were instructed to complain about the conditions laid down regarding the selection of tracks to be used in the Scramble Championship series. They were instructed to draw attention to the fact that Perth Road Races had been fixed for 24th May when TT practice starts on 23rd May in view of the fact that many riders who normally compete, will at that time be in the Isle of Man. Mr W. Easton announced his resignation as Secretary and from the Sporting Committee. The Chairman accepted this with regret. The appointment of a successor was postponed until the General Committee had had an opportunity to discuss the matter.
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Mr D. M’Ateer, seconded by Mr R. Williamson proposed that the following accounts be paid forthwith:- Electricity, Fire Insurance and one for the purchase of a new spade for Mr J. Brownlie.
Committee Meeting
The Chairman announced that a committee meeting would be held in the Clubrooms on Monday 9th Feb. at 8 PM. Mr D, M’Ateer complained of the Clubs money difficulties and suggested that a few Premium Bonds be bought this giving the chance of a sudden improvement. On being put to the vote this proposal was defeated by an amendment proposal by C. Bruce, seconded by D. Smith, to the effect that the matter be postponed until the end of the football season. Mr D. M’Ateer enquired if the calendar could be drawn up for the summer months. The Chairman said this would be discussed at the committee meeting. Mr M’Ateer then gave a general report on his activities re Scramble preparations, advertising, posters etc. He has ordered 150 posters from “The Motor Cycle” and hopes to get some from “Motor Cycling”. He enquired about advertising on the Clubs Scramble programme. The Chairman said this also would be discussed at the committee meeting. Mr M’Ateer then said he had arranged to receive a new set of pictures for the Clubroom from a motor cycle magazine and was making arrangements for a representative of either “The Motor Cycle” or “Motor Cycling” to come and address the Club at some future date. He then said that since the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Club was this year, the occasion might well be marked by some special function. The Chairman thanked Mr M’Ateer for hi very comprehensive remarks and assured him that all the points mentioned would be carefully considered. There being no further business the Chairman concluded the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 4/3/59 4th March 1959
Treasurers report
S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on 4th March with Club Chairman J. Coombs in the Chair. Twenty members were in attendance. The Chairman opened the meeting with remarks that the enthusiasm he asked for was very forthcoming before end of meeting and following committee meeting at which a new secretary had been elected. He then called on the Secretary to read the minutes of the previous business meeting. These were duly read and approved on motion by C. Bruce and D. Smith. The Treasurer, in his monthly report, said that all the interest bearing loans had been paid. The bills to be paid were:- G. Wilson – Baker, Giltone Press and Rates. These bills were to be paid on a proposal by C. Bruce seconded by James Clark. Mr D M’Ateer reported on the meeting. He remarked that the Club would now be
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Other Business
able to send 2 delegates to a meeting concerning the allocation of dates for Scrambles etc. on or near 8th November. He then referred that certain clubs had been allocated dates for scrambles who had no scrambles course. It was then decided to send a letter to the S.A.C.U. concerning about this with a proposal “That clubs having no course should notify the S.A.C.U. at least a month previous to event so that date could be given to other club to hold the event.” The Chairman then drew the members attention to the fact that the following week was to be a social. The Club members were not very enthusiastic about this. However after some discussion a proposal was made by D. M’Ateer seconded by D. Smith that a picture quiz be held which had been cancelled previously, this was carried. Mr V. Black then brought up a question about a date for Presidents Trial, rd as committee already selected date didn’t suit. However he suggested May 3 and this was generally agreed on. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
April 1-4-59
Correspondence
Treasurers report
Other Business
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Club was held on 1st April with Club Chairman J. Coombs in the Chair. There were 22 members in attendance. The Chairman then opened the meeting by asking the Secretary to read the minutes of previous meeting which were duly read and approved on motion by V. Black seconded by D. M’Ateer. The Chairman then asked for the correspondence to be read. There was a letter in reply to the one which had been sent previously to the S.A.C.U. about Scrambles. However after much discussion on matter it was decided to leave to a later date and be brought up then with S.A.C.U. General Committee. There was also a letter about rally championships and regulations, the Chairman called for full support from the club for these rallies. The Treasurer said that the financial side was good. He also stated that the Dinner Dance was a loss but raffle had made up for this. The bills to be paid were Giltone Press and Gas. C. Bruce seconded by James Clark proposed that the accounts be paid. The Chairman drew Club member attention that the Clubs first Scramble was to held on 19th April and that work party dates were in the Scottish Clubman and wanted full support for course preparation. Vic Black the proposed that as the Club open at 7:30 PM he would like to see all member come a bit earlier so as club activities could be started at 8 PM, this was seconded by W. Easton. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
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Treasurers Report Account Other business
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on 6 th May 1959 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven under Chairmanship of J. Coombs. 20 members were in attendance. The minutes of the previous business meeting were read and approved on a motion by C. Bruce and seconded Douglas Smith. In his report the Treasurer said that the Club was in a good financial position and had made a very good profit on the Scramble held on the 19th April. John Brown seconded by D. Arlott proposed that the following accounts be paid forthwith; The Scottish Clubman, Auto Cycle Union and donation to Red Cross. The Chairman then thanked members for the help they gave at last Scramble on the 19th April. D. Arlott then suggested that owing to various complaints to Club Chairman from Police about parking on highway that Secretary and himself should approach the local police and see if it were possible to get hire of police constable for traffic duties during the Scramble day. This was generally agreed on. The Chairman then asked the Secretary if it were possible for him to write the R.A.C. asking if it were possible to have their assistance to help with our car parking on the road side into car park. Owing to a proposal put by Mr Johnstone the farmer, on night of last Scramble, it was decided to alter programme so that work parties be at scramble course on Wed. evening until day of next scramble on 31 st May. D. M’Ateer proposed that the advertisement for Scramble in the Hamilton Advertiser should be withdrawn and money spent on putting bills on D. Allen’s boards. Mr T. Edgar forwarded an amendment that it should remain as it is. It was then put to the vote, 4 members were for Mr D. M’Ateer’s proposal and 11 members against. Mr Edgar’s amendment was carried. C. Bruce then proposed that the Club should enter W. Rae for the B.M.C.R.C. Clubman’s Trophy Race meeting, this was seconded by T. Edgar. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 3-6-59 June 3rd 1959
Treasurers Report
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on 3 rd June 1959 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 14 members were in present. The Chairman then asked the Secretary to read the minutes of previous business meeting. These were duly read and approved on motion by D. Arlott seconded by D. M’Ateer. In his financial report the Treasurer said it stood as in previous months and as regards last Scramble he said it should clear itself.
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The Chairman thanked all members who had assisted at the last Scramble. He then drew members attention to the fact that the inter Club meet was on the 21st, he asked for full support of Club members. It was generally agreed on that the meeting place would be Newhouse Roundabout. W. Easton proposed that as all members were not regular attenders a post card should be forwarded to them informing them of the meet and meeting place, this was seconded by D. Arlott. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual confident manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 1-7-59 st
July 1 1959
Treasurers Report
Other Business
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven on 1st July 1959. 25 members were in attendance. The Chairman then asked the Secretary to read the minutes of the minutes. These were duly read and approved on a motion by J. Murray seconded by V. Black. In his financial report the Treasurer said it stood as previous month. Accounts to be paid were Hamilton Advertiser, Charles Weir; these were to be paid on a motion by J. Brown seconded by W. Moffat. th The Gymkhana on 4 July was to be cancelled on a proposal by W. Maestri seconded by W. Easton. This was to be held on Aug. 12th if enough support. D. M’Ateer, Press Secretary handed in his resignation owing to N.S. requirements. Mr Maestri volunteered to take this position. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual confident manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 5-8-59 5th August 1959
Treasurers Report Other Business
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on 5 th Aug. 1959 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 15 members were in attendance. The Chairman asked the Secretary to read the minutes of previous these were duly read and approved on motion by J. Clark seconded by David Smith. It stood as in previous months. An estimate for putting ceiling on roof of Clubroom was received. It was proposed by D. Arlott, seconded by James Clark that this should be carried out. Post cards informing all members of Annual General Meeting on 30th September was proposed by W. Easton seconded by D. Arlott. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
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30-8-59 {9}
Minutes President’s Report
Treasurers Report
Captains Report
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on 2nd Sept. 1959 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 15 members were in attendance. The Chairman asked the Secretary to read the minutes of previous these were duly read and approved on motion by J. Clark seconded by David Smith D. Arlott. As previous month. The Chairman asked the member to keep a look out to see if they could get a projector on loan for film shows as the usual one could not be had. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner. {not signed} The Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club was held on 30th Sept. 1959 commencing at 8 PM at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 25 members were present. The minutes of last A.G.M. were read and approved on motion by Mr C. Bruce seconded by Mr V. Black. In Absence of the President the Chairman read a prepared report which commenced with his apologies for absence and reaffirming his interest in Club activities. Mr Arneil stated that he hoped members would give full support to Club for the following year and that he was sorry to hear that Secretary elected at last A.G.M. had to resign and it was good to see a younger member taking this place in the Club. As regards continuation of winter programme being some lectures, tech discussions, film show together with exchange visits with the Hamilton Club and other outside visits. He expressed a wish to see more younger members coming forward with more suggestions and perhaps talks instead of relying on the old stalwarts. Summer activities in which the tendency for Club life to become more individual in respect the Club is rested in the achievements of a few of its members who have acquitted themselves to their chosen sphere of activity no doubt as to unity of Club as a whole. As can be witnessed from the continuance of support to the sale of tickets in football sweep sure source of income. Commencement of work in the Clubroom by John Murray and John Wilson and it is with our thanks to these gentlemen. Mr Arneil then gave names of winners of Trophies for past year:Presidents Trophy Mr D. Arlott Kittymuir Trophy Mr G. Hodge Loudon Trophy Mr C. Bruce Avon Valley Trophy Mr W. K. Easton Stanyer Trophy (by ballot vote) Mr W. Rae. The balance sheet had been circulated and indicated a great surplus of income over expenditure due to success of Scrambles and sale of football sweep tickets. This was considered very satisfactory. Members showed their appreciation. In giving his report the Club Captain related that two Scrambles, Presidents Trial and a number of closed to club events had taken place. He also thanked Mr D. Arlott and Mr R Williamson for organising one or two events when Sporting Committee were
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Election of Officers
Other Business
unable to do so. He also spoke of lack of support to club events particularly Presidents Trial. At this stage members of committee’s and office bearers of the Club were asked to retire and new nominations were invited. Chairman J. Lang prop. C. Bruce sec. J. Clark J. Brown prop. John Clark sec. James Clark J. Lang asked to be withdrawn and this was pemitted and John Brown was duly elected. Secretary R. Williamson prop. J. Coombs sec. Miss A. Irvine Treasurer A. Hardie prop. James Clark sec. C. Bruce Club Captain J. Lang prop. A. Hardie sec. D. M’Ateer General Committee On majority vote the following were elected:Mr D. Arlott prop. C. Bruce sec. J. Clark James Clark prop. C. Bruce sec. D. M’Ateer V. Black prop. J. Clark sec. J. Coombs J. Coombs prop. C. Bruce sec. John Clark Sporting Committee By majority vote the following were elected:G. Leggate prop. R. Williamson sec. John Clark V. Black prop. James Clark sec. C. Bruce D. Smith prop. C. Bruce sec. V. Black Press Secretary P. Callender prop. C. Bruce sec. John Clark As stated by the new Chairman that the General Committee were looking for other premises for the Annual Dinner in view of better service. Raffle to run on same lines as previous year at 6d tickets was proposed by J. Clark seconded by full Club. Date for the year Scramble were asked for and were left to members to consider suitable dates for next Ordinary Business Meeting.
7th October 1959
Treasurers Report A.O.B.
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven at which 21 members were in attendance with Mr John Brown in the chair. The Chairman open the meeting by asking the Secretary to read the minutes of previous business meeting. These were dully read and approved on a motion by James Clark seconded by D. Arlott. As in previous months accounts to be paid were Gas and Giltone Press. On a motion by P. Callender seconded by C. Bruce. Dates for Scrambles for the season of 1960 were discussed and was left to committee as to what these would be. Mr W. Frew said he knew where a Billiard table was for sale and enquired as to whether he should try to negotiate for this to be bought for Club. The go ahead was given on a proposal by C. Bruce seconded by D. Arlott. Mr D. Arlott then spoke of the coming 10 th anniversary of the Club. He also outlined what he and Secretary had discussed as to
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Treasurers Report Raffle Dinner & Dance Fire Precautions
A.O.B.
The Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on the 4th Nov. at 8 PM at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven with Mr John Brown D. Arlott in the chair at which 25 member were in attendance. Mr D. Arlott took the chair in the absence of the Chairman on being asked to do so by the Secretary. The Chairman then asked the Secretary to read minutes of previous meeting these were duly read and approved on a motion by W. Moffat seconded by D. Smith. S.A.C.U. letter regarding the meeting for the fixtures S.A.C.U. Calendar 1960. Euclid as regards visit to be paid to factory. J. Lucas and Caterpillar both to do with winter programme. C. Bruce & J. Roughead appointed as S.A.C.U. delegates. As previous month, bills to be paid were Giltone Press, Taylors Bakers, Secretary dues. To be paid on a motion by James Clark seconded by D. W. Smith. After much discussion the Clubs annual raffle was to be cancelled owing to shortage of time for printing etc. on a motion by D. Smith seconded by J. Murray. After much discussion as to whether this should be held in Clubrooms or not it was decided to make enquiries at Bucks Head Hotel or some other similar place. Owing to a fact arising from a point in the Dinner and Dance discussions as to the fear of fire, Mr A. Baird was given permission to enquire about getting fire extinguishers for the Clubroom. Mr P. Callender proposed that as he had been approached by members to buy photographs of 10th Anniversary Social he was willing to sell these and give half of the cost to the Club. Mr C. Bruce gratefully accepted this on behalf of the Club. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual confident manner.
{signed} – J. Brown
2nd December 1959
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Dinner Dance
The Avon Valley M.C.C. held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on 2nd December 1959 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, at 7:30 PM with Mr John Brown in the Chairman 21 members were in attendance. The Chairman open the meeting by asking the Secretary to read minutes of previous meeting. These were duly read and approved by Mr D. Smith seconded by Mr G. Leggate. There was only one letter from District Clerk of L.C.C. as regards the loan or hire of projector for 21st Jan. 1960. The Secretary was instructed to write in answer that the Club was willing to accept the conditions laid down on above letter. In his monthly report the Treasurer said he had never seen Club in a better financial state. Bills to be paid were Giltone Press and Secretary’s fees. These were to be paid on a motion by J. Murray seconded by Mr D. Arlott. The Chairman announced that tickets for Dinner Dance were now available from Secretary. The following named were to be given 2 complimentary
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tickets; Mr Arneil President, Mr G. Hodge Kittymuir trophy winner, Mr J. Brownlie fencer, Mr W. Johnson farmer. A proposal forwarded by Mr J. Murray that 6 half-crown complimentary tickets in the sweep, irrespective of the winning ticket, and top prize money cut by 15/-. This was seconded by C. Bruce. Arrangements for tickets were to be made. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual confident manner.
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Correspondence
Treasurers Report
A.O.B.
The Avon Valley M.C.C. held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on 6 Jan. 1960. 21 members were in attendance. The Chairman opened the meeting by wishing all members a happy new year. He then asked the Secretary to read minutes of previous meeting, these were duly read and approved on a motion by Victor Black seconded by David Arlott. A letter was received from S.A.C.U. Secretary informing us of his change of address and about the alterations as regards Scramble riders numbers and the S.A.C.U. Annual General Meeting. Charles Bruce and Dennis Gallagher were appointed delegates to this meeting. A letter as to expenses and conditions of loan of projector from L.C.C., it was decided not to accept this as we could not guarantee some of the conditions. As previous month. Bills to be paid were Wilson Baker, MacDonald’s Hotels Ltd and £87 final payment of Clubrooms. These were duly approved to be paid by Charles Bruce seconded by William Moffat. The Caterpillar representatives visit to the Club on 27th January 1960, it was decided to invite the Hamilton Club. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual confident manner.
{signed} – J. Brown
February 3rd 1960
Treasurers report
The Avon Valley M.C.C. held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on 3rd February 1960. 15 members were in attendance. The Chairman opened the meeting by asking the Secretary to read minutes of previous meeting. These were duly read and approved by William Moffat and James Lang. The financial statement stood as previous month. Accounts to be paid were Gas Board, Wilson (baker), Baird (newsagent), Affiliation fees, Permit fees, Fire Insurance, Giltone Press, engraving of trophies. These were to be paid on approval by Mr David Arlott and David Smith.
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One letter from Chairman of the S.A.C.U. concerning the award for the Scottish section of the Shell Mex Safety awards scheme. After some discussion Mr David Arlott was elected for this award on a proposal by Secretary seconded by James Clark.
A.O.B.
There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual competent manner.
{signed} – J. Brown March 24th 1960
Treasurers report
Correspondence
The Avon Valley M.C.C. held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on 24th March 1960. 22 members were in attendance, with Chairman John Brown in the chair. The Chairman opened the meeting by calling Secretary to read minutes of previous meeting. These were duly read and approved on motion by David Smith seconded by John Wilson. The financial statement stood as previous month. Bills to be paid were Giltone Press, final instalment of rates. To be paid on motion by G. Leggate seconded by D. Smith. Also to be paid was the settlement of payment of Clubrooms. This was to be paid on a proposal by C. Bruce seconded by J. Lang. Letters were from R.A.C. J&J Fleming concerning arrangements for the Scramble. A letter from S.A.C.U. concerning new rules and safety regulations of Scrambles for acceptance by Club. These were met with approval.
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Some arrangements about the Scramble came under discussion and these were settled. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual confident manner.
{signed} – J. Brown May 4th 1960
Treasurers report Other Business
The Avon Valley M.C.C. held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on Wed. 4th May 1960. 25 members were present, with John Brown as Chairman. The Chairman then asked read the minutes of the last meeting, as the Secretary, R. Williamson, had regretfully handed in his resignation on 20th April. The minutes were approved on motion by C. Bruce & V. Black. Treasurers financial statement stood as previous month. Outstanding bills were to be paid on motion by J. Lang & J. Murrray. After some deep thought by members of the Club, the Secretary’s position was to be filled by Mrs A. Black who offered her services until the end of the year. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual confident manner.
{signed} – J. Brown
18-6-60 {1st)? Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
A.O.B.
S.A.C. Interclub Meet
The Avon Valley M.C.C. held its monthly Ordinary Business Meeting on Wed. 18th {1st} June 1960. 26 members were present, with Chairman John Brown in the chair. The Chairman asked the Secretary to read the minutes of the previous meeting. These were adopted on the motion of C. Bruce seconded by James Clark. Previous to the start of the meeting the Treasurers monthly financial statement had been circulated amongst the members together with a balance sheet for the Scramble held on the previous Sunday 29th May 1960. In the opening address the Chairman remarked on the healthy financial position of the Club and pointed out that the Scramble had been financially successful. Accounts were then submitted for payment and passed on the motion of John Murray and seconded by Douglas Smith. The Chairman then announced that the Hamilton M.C.C. had asked for support in a road rally to be held on Wed. 29th June with the co-operation of Mr Alex Taylor, county road safety organiser. This rally would likely be centred on the grounds of Hamilton Palace and a major emphasis would be expected on road safety etc. A show of hands of prospective participants showed a probable attendance of 18 members. It was agreed to support this rally. W. Easton reminded members of the interclub meet on the 19th June and asked for a strong representation of the Avon Valley M.C.C. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual confident manner.
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6-7-60 Attendance
Minutes Correspondence
The monthly Ordinary Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. held on Wed. 6th July in the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, 17 members were present. In the absence of the Chairman the meeting was ably conducted by the Treasurer, Mr Andy Hardie. The Secretary read the minutes of the previous meeting and this was adopted on the motion of David Smith seconded by Douglas Smith (no relation?) The Chairman then asked the Secretary received since last meeting. The first letter was from ‘The Princess Louise Scottish Hospital for Limbless Sailors and Soldiers’ (Erskine Hospital) asking that the sincere thanks of his committee be conveyed to all who contributed to the donation of £30 which the Club had made to the hospital funds following their last Scramble at Kittymuir Farm, Stonehouse. A letter from Earlston & Border Motor Cycle and Car Club, was then read. This described a prize draw on the Senior Manx Grand Prix, enclosed books of tickets and asked for the Club’s support. A third letter was read from Mr Alex Taylor, organiser of the Lanarkshire Road Safety Joint Committee, asking for representation of the Club at an informal meeting on Wednesday 6 th July 1960 in the Burgh Yard, Graham St. Hamilton. It was then explained to the members that this letter had been received by the Secretary after the previous week’s meeting i.e. to late for Club consideration but arrangements had been made and Mr James Clark had represented the Club. Mr Clark then described a proposed road rally in which road safety would be emphasised and stated that on the Clubs behalf, he had agreed we should arrange and marshal, special tests in Hamilton Palace Grounds as our contribution in the rally. This was agreed and committee meetings would be held to discuss the nature of tests to be arranged for the road rally on 31st August. There being no other business the Chairman brought the meeting to a close.
3 August 1960
Treasurers report
A.O.B.
The monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. held on 3rd August 1960 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, 24 members were in attendance. The Secretary read the minutes of the previous meeting, which were adopted on the motion of Mr David Arlott seconded by Mr James Clark. The Clubs financial position was briefly outlined by the Treasurer, Mr Andy Hardie. An account from the South West Electricity Board for £6-19/- was passed for payment. The Chairman referred to the Road Safety Rally to be run in Hamilton on 31 st, stating that entry forms were available, he also called for volunteers to act as marshals at the rally and 12 members offered their services. On the subject of renovating the Clubrooms C. Bruce, authorised to obtain the necessary paint of the agreed
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Presidents Trial
Football Sweep
Fire Extinguishers
colour – Deep Cream, The Clubs plan for painting was finalised as follows:- To stain and varnish the walls from floor level to approx. 5ft, from that level upwards to be painted deep cream with gloss finish. The Ceiling would be sized and painted deep cream (flat). It was agreed that the Presidents Trial be held on Sunday 21st August and starting from the Clubroom at 10 AM. The entry fee would be 1/6d and an award of £1-1/- to the best non-member. It was agreed to start the football sweep from Saturday 13th August. Mr John Murray asked to be relieved of his duties in the sweep stake which he had executed most efficiently since its inception. Mr C. Bruce volunteered to take over the job, the meeting agreed. Mr David Arlott again raised the question of acquiring fire extinguishers and the matter was remitted to the committee. There being no other business the Chairman closed the meeting his usual confident manner.
7th September 1960
Treasurers Report
The monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on Wednesday 7th September 1960, at the Club rooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, 2o members were present. The Secretary read the minutes of the previous meeting, which were adopted on the motion of Mr David Smith seconded by Bill Moffat. Meanwhile the financial statement was being circulated among Club members.
Any Other Business
Owing to the unfortunate accident at Errol Aerodrome on Sunday Carried over
Paint Purchase
Among expenses were £4-8/- for paint and it was stated here that work should start soon on painting the Clubroom. Also £2 had been paid for a wreath for the late David David Cunningham’s Cunningham, whose death owing to the unfortunate accident at Errol on Sunday Funeral came as a great surprise and loss to many Club members. 5 members attended the funeral on Wed. 7th Sept. at Galston Cemetery. It was stated that all members would be notified of the A.G.M. date by postcard. James Clark and Fraser Scott agreed to act as auditors with regard to the Club accounts. Also brought to notice was the Scramble date, 9th Oct. 1960. 100 entry forms were to be printed and Fraser Scott offered his assistance in dealing with entries. Fire Extinguishers Fire extinguishers were to be obtained for emergency in the Clubrooms before winter, it was agreed; and notification was given of there being a night trial on Wed. 14th at 7 PM. This being all the business the Chairman competently closed the meeting. {signed} – J. F. Coombs ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 1960 28th September 1960 The Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held at 8-30 PM on Wed. sept. 28th 1960 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. Attendance 33 members being present.
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Election of Office
The minutes of the previous A.G.M. were read and approved – being proposed by James Clark and seconded by Dougie Smith. In the absence of the President, the Chairman offered a few words of thanks to the members present for for their support and followed this by asking for the Treasurers report. The Treasurer gave an account of the income and expenditure for the past year which resulted in a very satisfactory bank balance of £49-0-8d The balance sheet was circulated and indicated the Scrambles and Football Sweep profits as the great successes. A Money order for £30 having been donated to Erskine Hospital from the proceeds of the May Scramble. Adoption of the Treasurers report by C. Bruce was seconded by F. Scott. The Chairman then asked the meeting to show their appreciation to the retiring Secretary – Mrs A. Black by a vote of thanks and then proceeded to thank the retiring committee for their good work and the Captain and Sporting Committee for their efforts in organising the various competitive events. At this stage office bearers and committee members were asked to retire and nominations invited for the election of new officials. The President remaining as Mr James Arneil; the following nominations came forward for Chairman: D. Arlott Prop. J. Brown Sec. C. Bruce J. Brown Prop. James Clark Sec. J. Lang F. Scott Prop. John Clark Sec. P. Callender A. Brownlie Prop. W. Easton Sec. S. Rennie J. Morton Prop. F. Scott Sec. C. Bruce J. Coombs Prop. James Clark Sec. J. Brown Dave Arlott, A. Brownlie and F. Scott declined. Chairman J. Coombs was elected by a clear majority in a vote. For the job of Secretary, D. Arlott proposed A. Brownlie this being Secretary seconded by F. Scott – A. Brownlie reluctantly accepted. The meeting showed their approval of the Treasurer by asking him unanimously to remain in office for yet another year. This was graciously accepted by Treasurer Andy Hardie. F. Scott was proposed by W. Easton, seconded by J. Murray for the job of Club Club Captain. After some discussion it was decided here that this should Captain entail Scrambles organisation, and sending of entries etc. and after a & Comp. request from Mr Scott to clarify his duties, he accepted the Job in the Secretary form of Club Captain and Competition Secretary. No objection or other nominations were put forward. Press After some persuasion P. Callender agreed to carry on his grand work as Secretary press secretary. General Committee nominations came as follows:James Clark (28) Prop. C. Bruce Sec. S. Rennie J. Morton (17) Prop. J. Murray Sec. S. Rennie B. Steel (10) Prop. John Clark Sec. A. Brownlie Doug. Smith (17) Prop. J. Morton Sec. D. Gallagher D. Arlott (22) Prop. J. Brown Sec. P. Callender
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 J. Murray (9) Prop. James Clark Sec. J. Brown J. Lang (3) Prop. J. Coombs Sec. James Clark I. Wilson (4) Prop. D. Arlott Sec. J. Coombs G. Leggate (6) Prop. W. Easton Sec. W. Moffat David Smith (2) Prop. I. Wilson Sec. G. Leggate B. Harkins (2) Prop. I. Wilson Sec. D. Gallagher The following were elected by majority vote:General James Clark (28) J. Morton (17) Committee Doug. Smith (17) D. Arlott (22) Five nominations were put forward for the Sporting Committee and it was decided generally to increase the number of this committee from 3 to 5. Those elected were:Sporting B. Steel Prop. James Clark Sec. A. Brownlie Committee G. Leggate Prop. C. Bruce Sec. David Smith Ian Wilson Prop. J. Lang Sec. R. Barr S. Rennie Prop. C. Bruce Sec. W. Moffat W. Moffat Prop. S. Rennie Sec. G. Leggate
Annual Dinner & Dance
Raffle Accident Fund
At this point the new Chairman and Secretary took over their duties and the Chairman proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring chairman, Mr J. Brown. The Chairman then raised the point of the Annual Dinner & Dance – the 23rd Dec. being agreed upon as the probable date. Although Doug. Smith protested strongly about having one this year, due to the loss experienced last year; it was agreed the Committee should ask various venues suitable establishments for estimates, and there would be a more strict method of issuing tickets in future. A small raffle would be run at the dance as in previous years. D. Arlott then brought up the question of the Accident fund, for unfortunate members during competitive events, which had been discussed at a previous A.G.M., be started immediately. J. McAspurn proposed that that £25 be taken from Club funds, and from the date of this meeting 10% be taken from all profitable sporting events, this to be kept as a separate fund. C. Bruce seconded this motion. An addendum to this proposal by John Clark was that the fund maximum never be greater than £50. D. Arlott moved that all previous minutes on this subject be cancelled by the present minutes. These two points were agreed unanimously by the meeting. It was decided that the Sporting Committee would name all trophy winners at a later business meeting after the last Scramble had taken place. With no other business to be discussed the Chairman asked the Committee to attend a meeting on Mon. 3rd Oct 1960 and then declared the meeting closed.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
Monthly Business Meeting Oct 1960
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Treasurers Report
Loudon Trophy
Stanyer Trophy Avon Valley Trophy
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wed. 5th Oct. 1960. 25 members were present. Due to the changeover of Secretaries it wasn’t possible to read the previous business meeting minutes, however it was agreed that they would be read at the November monthly business meeting. The Treasurers report was very brief as there had been no change in it from that given at the A.G.M., one week previous. He mentioned however that a slight error in book keeping had been made regarding the deficit of last year’s Dinner & Dance. Namely that £7 had been accredited to the Raffle (which was held at the dance) instead of to ticket money. Treasurer’s report was adopted by W. Moffat and seconded by I. Wilson. The Chairman then raised the point of trophies. Firstly the method by which the Loudon Trophy was to be decided. After some keen discussion it was decided that:Points be awarded as follows in open events – Open Scratch Finals only:- providing there are 12 or more starters. In the event of there being less than 12 starters, first place points will be half the number of starters and placings pro rata. Non Expert events to gain only half the standard awards being as follows: for st nd rd 1 place 6 points 2 place 5 points 3 place 4 points 4th place 3 points 5th place 2 points 6th place 1 point Each competitor in open events will be responsible for the notification of his own finishing position. James Clark proposed that in addition to awards for the first 6 places, that one point be given for a competitor starting in a final, this was seconded by B. Steele. Objection was raised at this proposal by C. Bruce who was in favour of awards for six finishing places in a final only. A vote was taken and by a good majority the objection was sustained. Secondly the STANYER TROPHY had to be awarded and this was carried out by ballot, resulting in a clear majority for W. Young. It was announced that A. Hardie had won the AVON VALLEY TROPHY and the others would be decided after the Scramble had taken place. At this point the President {Chairman} gave some brief news about the progress being made in seeking a venue for the annual dinner and asked for maximum support at the Scramble course on Sun 9th Oct. 1960. There being no other business to be discussed, he closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
Monthly Business Meeting Nov 1960 2nd November 1960 The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on Wednesday 2nd November 1960 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven.
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Paper Cups
Loudon and Kittymuir Trophies
22 members were present. The minutes of the two previous monthly business meetings were read and then adopted by David Smith and seconded by W. Moffat. The treasurers report was then read and this was adopted by S. Rennie and seconded by R. Barr. F. Scott moved that the bills due – namely electricity and rates be paid and the entry fee of riders disqualified by the S.A.C.U. Steward from the novices event held at the Scramble on October 9th be returned. This being seconded by David Smith. After some discussions regarding the Accident Fund, W. Moffat proposed that £12 be drawn from it for W. Young and that his case be reconsidered at a later date depending on the length of incapacity. James Clark seconded this motion. F. Scott and J. Coombs were appointed, and agreed, to represent the Club at the meeting of Clubs on the 13th November at Edinburgh, to decide the S.A.C.U. Competition Calendar. The purchasing of paper cups for use in the Clubroom was then discussed and A. Brownlie proposed that D. Arlott, who had made preliminary enquiries, look into the matter further regarding cost and leave it to his good judgement about whether or not they should be purchased. F. Scott seconded this motion. The Chairman then reminded members that there were still dance tickets available and subscriptions due; and the Loudon and Kittymuir Trophies had been won by F. Duckworth and W. Edwards respectively, before closing the meeting in his competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
Monthly Business Meeting Dec 1960 7th December 1960
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report Funds Correspondence
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday 7th December 1960. 17 members attended. In the absence of the Chairman, the Secretary commenced by reading the minutes of the previous meeting and these were adopted by J. Brown and seconded by Ian Wilson. The Treasurer then read the current financial statement, a copy of which was passed round the members. It was stated that the Scramble of October 9th showed a profit of £16. The Club funds now being £268 and the accident fund stands at £12. David Arlott approved the report and it was seconded by Douglas Smith. The Secretary then read the correspondence which consisted of an invitation from the Hamilton C. and M. C. Club to visit them at Hamilton, a letter from the N.C.B. regarding a request visit to a mine and a letter from Allingham & Maillie agreeing to having the necessary repairs carried out to the roof. After some discussion, members decided to accept the invitation from the Hamilton Club and stated preference for a Thursday evening for the N.C.B. visit. D. Arlott proposed that
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an invitation accompany the reply to the Hamilton Club, for them to visit our Clubrooms on March 8th with the object of having and inter club quiz, as has taken place on previous years. This was seconded by John Brown. Once again heating was briefly discussed and D. Arlott proposed that A. Brownlie obtain 3 fan heaters with control units when the proposed new wiring reached that stage. J. Brown seconded this motion. The meeting was then declared closed by the Secretary after a brief reminder about dance ticket money and subscriptions.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
Monthly Business Meeting Jan 1961 4th January 1961
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report and Adoption
Correspondence S.A.C.U. Delegates Motion for S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club took place here at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday 4th January 1961. The Chairman commenced the meeting by greeting the 20 members present in the seasonal fashion and then asked the Secretary to read the minutes of the December Business meeting. These were adopted by J. Brown and seconded by J. Lang. The treasurer then made his report, which had been circulated throughout the gathering and brought to notice accounts due to be paid, which included one from the Royal Hotel Hamilton, for the Dinner and Dance. C. Bruce adopted the report and moved that the bills be paid – this motion being seconded by W. Easton. The correspondence was then read, which mainly consisted the forthcoming S.A.C.U. A.G.M. for which 3 delegates were suggested by members and they agreed to represent the Club. These being our Chairman, John Coombs, Burt Steele and Ian Wilson. After some discussion it was generally agreed to put forward a motion that the affiliation fees to the S.A.C.U. be raised from 2/6d to 3/- per member per annum. With no other business for discussion, the Chairman reminded members of the need for their assistance in the renovation of the Clubrooms and then declared the meeting closed. {signed} – J. F. Coombs
Monthly Business Meeting Feb 1961 1st February 1961
Attendance
Minutes Adoption
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club took place here at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday February 1st 1961. The Chairman opened the meeting by welcoming the 29 members present and followed by asking the Secretary to read the minutes of the previous business meeting. The minutes were adopted by C. Bruce and seconded by Ian Wilson.
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Club Badges
16mm Projector
The Treasurer then read the monthly financial report, the bank balance being somewhat diminished due to accounts for gas, electricity, fire insurance and fan heaters with the control units having been paid. J. Brown proposed adoption of this report and was seconded by Doug. Smith. The correspondence was then read. Being concerned with the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. proposals, there was much discussion to follow. Firstly, that it be compulsory for Trials riders to wear protective helmets during events. This was thoroughly discussed and finally J. Morton suggested a vote be taken, which resulted in a great majority in opposition to this proposal and the three delegates were instructed to vote against the proposal at the forthcoming A.G.M.: Secondly the rule regarding the closing date for entries should be strictly enforced and that a programme of event be sent to the S.A.C.U. Steward concerned 2 days prior to the meeting. It was agreed unanimously that our delegates support this proposal. Club badges were again discussed and at this stage a list of names was collected of those who wished to purchase one. The Secretary was then instructed to contact Renamel Ltd. For quotations for the stick on type of badge and the mounted type, samples of which had been passed round the meeting earlier. A design was still to be approved based on the original Club badge. C. Bruce admitted knowledge of a projector for sale for use with 16mm sound track films and 3 Club members agreed to inspect same and report its condition at the next business meeting. This being all the business to be discussed on this occasion, the Chairman closed the meeting in his customary capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
1/3/61
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Funds Correspondence
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday 1st March 1961. 24 members were present. The minutes were read following the Chairman’s opening remarks and were adopted by D. Arlott and seconded by Ian Wilson. The Treasurer then made his report stating that £153-18-4d remained in the Club Funds and that a bill for rates was due to be paid, the sum being £11-3-1d. F. Scott moved adoption of the report and that the rates be paid and this was seconded by J. McAspurn. D. Arlott pointed out here that the Club funds now really consisted mainly of interest free loans, a point to be borne in mind by all members. The correspondence was then read and was made up of 2 letters. One from Renamel Ltd. Regarding quotations for the proposed new type of Club badge for machine mounting, the other, a letter of resignation from Peter Callender, the Press Secretary, this being necessary due to late working hours in a new job. J. McAspurn was asked to take this post on and agreed, all members present agreed.
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Red Cross
The Chairman then gave a brief report of the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. and said that the affiliation fees were to remain at 2/6d contrary to the motion we had put forward. D. Arlott proposed that it be minuted here that we should discuss and submit a similar motion to the next S.A.C.U. A.G.M. f. Scott seconded this. The coming Scramble was mentioned by the Chairman and also the fact that some riders had been practising on the Scramble course. It was agreed after some discussion that F. Scott be allowed to make personal contact with those concerned and make known to them our definite disapproval. At this point J. Brown proposed that we send £5 to the Red Cross as has been done in past years. J. McAspurn seconded the motion. This being all the business the Chairman declared the meeting closed in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs 5/4/61
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Badges
Insurance
Scramble
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday 5th April at 7:30 PM. 17 members attended. The minutes were read and then adopted by F. Scott and seconded by James Clark. The treasurers report followed and the Club finances stood at £111-4-10d and a bill due to be paid was for programme printing to Giltone Press. James Clark moved adoption of the report and that the bills due, be paid. This was seconded by Ian Wilson. The Chairman then commented on the Hanwell Clubs effort to better relations between the press and the sport; and our Clubs effort to gain support for this cause from other Scottish Clubs. Once again the question of badges was raised and here it was suggested that since we were unable to arrive at a suitable pattern, we should ask for suggested designs from the firm who will produce them, namely Renamel Ltd. James McAspurn suggested that a letter be sent to the Member of Parliament for this area protesting about the proposed Passenger Insurance Bill at present going through Parliament. It was agreed that this should be done. The Chairman then mentioned the need for a large turnout of members at the scramble on Sunday the 9th of April and followed this by declaring the meeting closed in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs {3rd May 1961}
Attendance
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for May 1961 took place on Wednesday 3rd at 7:30pm at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 20 members attended.
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Drainage Work Party Vote of Confidence
The meeting commenced by the Chairman requesting the reading of the minutes of the previous business meeting. This done, they were adopted by Doug. Smith and seconded by W. McDonald. The treasurer then read the monthly financial statement, the funds standing at £1143-1d and there being bills due to the Hamilton Advertiser and Giltone Press. He also mentioned here that our April Scramble deficit was approximately £7, being due mainly to the poor weather conditions. C. Bruce moved adoption of the report and that the bills be paid, this being seconded by Doug. Smith. The only correspondence being a letter regarding the order placed for Club badges and their proposed design. At this point the Chairman gave notice of his intention to resign from his office as he felt he hadn’t been able to do justice to the post and asked members to think it over before the end of the meeting. Dave Arlott then brought to mind the need for action in acquiring ropes suitable for a fire escape, as had been previously discussed and proposed that Doug. Smith be responsible for obtaining 150ft at his discretion. Jimmy Clark seconded this motion. Jimmy Clark then mentioned the need for a work party at the scrambles course for a Sunday, with view to repairing the drainage system. Several members agreed to attend. Dave Arlott then proposed a vote of confidence in the Chairman and it was unanimously agreed that he should carry on as best he could and at this point he closed the meeting in his very capable manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
7/6/61
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Road Safety Rally
Treasurers Report
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 7th June at 7:30pm in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 22 members were present. The minutes were read and then adopted by David Smith and seconded by Jimmy McAspurn. The correspondence was then read and consisted of a letter concerning Club badges and one regarding the S.A.C.U. Inter Club meet at Fintry – copies of which were circulated to all members present. One other letter reminded us of our commitment in respect of the Road Safety Rally at Hamilton and at this point two delegates were elected to attend the meeting for making the final arrangements. The delegates being, Ian Baxter and Jimmy McAspurn. The Treasurer then made his report and this certainly sounded brighter than the previous months due mainly to the profit at the Scramble, being £20-2-10d and the remainder of the football sweep taken in. The Club funds now standing at £168-910d. John Brown moved adoption of the report and Jimmy McAspurn seconded it.
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{signed} – J. F. Coombs
2/8/61
Attendance Minutes
Presidents Trial
Football Sweep Thanks Vote of Thanks
Treasurers Report
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 2nd August 1961 at 7:30pm in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 24 members attended. The minutes of the June monthly business meeting were read, there having been no business meeting in July due to lack of members present; and these were adopted by Eric Bouskill and seconded by Bill McDonald. Remarks arising from the meeting minutes concerned the further postponement of the Presidents Trial and that the proposed toilets for the scrambles course were receiving attention from several members of the committee. The Chairman then asked members to join him in offering a vote of thanks to Charlie Bruce for the efficient way he dealt with the football sweep during last winter’s term. He also mentioned here the need to express our thanks to the President for the loan, on many occasions, of his cine projector, after some discussion it was decided that Dave Arlott should at some time convenient to him, approach the President and offer him a donation towards its upkeep, or to suggest we open a maintenance fund, in which case £5 could be put aside now, for the sole purpose of meeting any expenses experienced in the future. Dave Arlott agreed to deal with this matter. There was no Treasurers report made at this meeting due to the unforeseen absence of our Treasurer.
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Use of Clubrooms
Table Tennis
Club Magazine
It was now necessary to discuss the football sweep and to find someone to fill the place of Charlie Bruce, who could not see his way to continue with the task this coming season. After some discussion it was decided to continue the sweep and John Coombs together with Jimmy McAspurn undertook the task. Following the request from a dance band for the use of the clubrooms two nights per week for practicing; Fraser Scott proposed that two members draw up a list of conditions for a trial period and to negotiate with the persons concerned regarding terms. Burt Steele seconded this motion. On being asked, Dave Arlott and the Secretary agreed to do this. Charlie Bruce then suggested that another table for table tennis be acquired owing to the lately increased popularity of this past time. However Willie Easton moved amendment to this motion and suggested that the existing Billiard table be put right first. A vote was taken and resulted in favour of the amendment. Burt Steele suggested that there be a Club magazine started and posted to all club members. It was agreed unanimously that this was a fine idea and it was agreed that he be allowed to tackle this problem with the assistance of Chairman John Coombs, both agreed. This being all the Club business, the Chairman then closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
6/9/61
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report Correspondence
Badges
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 6th September 1961 at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, at 7:30pm. 21 members attended. After greeting the members present the Chairman then asked for the minutes of the previous monthly meeting be read. This done they were adopted by Jimmy McAspurn and seconded by Charlie Erskine. The treasurers report followed and this was adopted by Burt Steele and seconded by F. Scott. Burt Steele and Eric Bouskill agreed to audit the books prior to the A.G.M. The only correspondence was a letter concerning the application for Scramble dates for Championship status. After some discussion three dates were decided uponto put forward to the S.A.C.U. management committee meeting for one of them to be considered as a Championship event. The dates chosen were 8th April, 27th May and 16th September 1962. It was decided that should we be refused one of championship status, the three dates would be again submitted for ordinary scrambles events to the meeting of club delegates. It was stated at this point in the meeting that the Secretary had distributed new Club badges to several Club members and had provisionally charged 10/- for adhesive type and 15/- for the chrome mounted version. It was necessary to fix the price so that any cash adjustments to be made could be carried out. Vic Black proposed that the above mentioned prices be adopted for the sale of badges and this was seconded by Ian Baxter.
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Dave Arlott asked if it was intended to hold a Club Dinner and Dance as in previous years. The meeting was unanimously in favour of holding this highlight of the winter season. On being asked, Dave Arlott, assisted by Jimmy Clark, agreed to take on the task of finding a suitable venue, conditions and costs. This being all the business the Chairman announced that the sale of sweep tickets was encouraging, and reminded members of the A.G.M. Date, 27th Sept. 1961, before closing the meeting in his customary competent manner.
{signed} – J. F. Coombs
A.G.M. 27/9/61
Attendance
Minutes Adoption Treasurers Report
Election of Office Bearers
The Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 7:30pm on Wednesday 27th September at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. In the absence of the President the Chairman welcomed the 34 members present at the 12th Annual General Meeting and remarked that the past year had been satisfactory in having members uphold the Clubs name in Scrambling and Road Racing. He also welcomed the advancement in the decoration of the Clubrooms and brought to notice the need to cater for younger members and to encourage young motorcyclists to take part in Club life. Reminding members that later in the evening while choosing office bearers they should consider very carefully members for the various positions. He then asked that the minutes of the previous A.G.M. be read. This done, Jimmy McAspurn moved adoption and Charlie Bruce seconded the motion. The treasurers report then followed, a statement having been passed round the gathering. The Club funds stood at £158-2-1d, although £168 had been paid out to cover the cost of installation of electric heating and lighting; and fire extinguishers. The Scrambles had made a profit but the bulk of club funds had once again come from the sale of football sweep tickets. The Accident fund totalled £17-4-0d and £123-4-0d was still due on interest free loans. After some discussion regarding these loans, Jimmy Morton proposed that loans from persons no longer Club members be paid and that any member requesting payment of a loan also be paid. Doug. Smith seconded this motion. Dave Arlott moved adoption of the Treasurers report and Eric Bouskill seconded the motion. The election of office bearers followed. This being done in the usual procedure of members voting in favour of the various nominations for each post. The positions of President, Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and Club Captain remained unaltered as these office bearers being willing to carry on in their positions were returned unanimously and the following occupied these posts respectively:President James Arneil Chairman John Coombs Secretary Adam Brownlie Treasurer Andrew Hardie Club Captain Fraser Scott
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Trophies
Club Magazine
Membership cards Honorarium Annual Dinner
The other members elected to posts were as follows:Press Secretary Burton Steele General Committee James Clark Dave Arlott Doug. Smith William Donald Sporting Committee Ian Baxter Eric Bouskill Bobby Richardson Tebor Jakal John Brown It was then announced that the trophies were won as follows:Presidents Burton Steele Kittymuir Tommy Reynolds Loudon Tommy Reynolds Stanyer Doug. Smith Avon Valley Fraser Scott The Chairman then asked for a vote of thanks to all members who had completed a year as office bearers and welcomed the newly elected to their posts. There was some discussion following this regarding the methods of points scoring towards the Loudon Trophy, it was stressed that some clarification was necessary and the committee should look into the matter. Burton Steele suggested that a Club magazine be attempted and agreed to tackle the job with the aid of John Coombs, after the meeting agreed unanimously in favour of this venture. Club membership cards were also proposed by Burton Steele and were to be discussed at a later date by the committee. Dave Arlott proposed that the customary honoraria be paid out and Vic Black seconded this motion. The Chairman mentioned that negotiations for the Annual Dinner & Dance were already underway, then closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
{unsigned}
4/10/61
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday 4th October 1961 at 7:30pm. After greeting the 19 members who attended the Chairman asked that the minutes of the previous business meeting be read. This done they were adopted by Charlie Bruce and seconded by Vic Black. The only correspondence to be read concerned the application for a Scramble of Championship status, this having been refused by the S.A.C.U., it was decided to
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forward three dates agreed upon for Scrambles to be allocated at the meeting of Club delegates and that the Secretary should reply to the S.A.C.U. Secretary’s letter on the subject of championship events. The Treasurers report was made, this being similar to that of the A.G.M. except for a bill of £4-6-1d for printing due to be paid. Jimmy Clark moved for the bill to be paid and adoption of the report. This was seconded by Ian Baxter. Following this the Chairman intimated that there would be a Committee meeting on Monday 9th October in the Clubrooms at 8:00pm and it was proposed to have a fireworks night on November 4th at the Scramble course. After welcoming a new member, Andrew Goodwin, he then declared the meeting closed in his customary capable manner.
{unsigned}
8/11/61
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Fireworks Night
Dance Tickets
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday th 8 November 1961 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, at 7:30pm 18 members attended. The meeting commenced with the Chairman requesting the reading of the previous business meeting minutes, this done, Ian Baxter moved that they be adopted and Tibor Jakal seconded this motion. In the absence of the Treasurer, the Secretary announced there were several bills due to be paid including those for roof repairs, fireworks, gas, electricity and rates and that he would contact the treasurer in an effort to have them paid. The only correspondence concerned the Club delegates meeting and a reminder that S.A.C.U. affiliation fees were due. After some discussion Ian Baxter and Tibor Jakal kindly agreed to represent the Club at the meeting of Club Delegates held on Sunday 12th November in Edinburgh. Following further discussion regarding the successful fireworks night it was agreed that members present that night be asked to donate towards the cost of fireworks, the balance to be taken from Club funds. The Chairman then reminded members that there was still Dance tickets for sale and that the weekly number of football sweep tickets sold was once again falling. That being all the business he then closed the meeting in his usual competent manner.
{unsigned} 7/2/62
Attendance
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for FEBRUARY took place on Wednesday 7th at 7:30pm in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 24 members were present.
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Projector
Deputy Chairman
Sorn Dance Road Rally New Members
The meeting got underway with the reading of the minutes of the last business meeting which took place in November and the adoption of this account by Fraser Scott, seconded by John Brown. The Treasurers report followed and intimated there were two bills due for payment, namely to Giltone Press and the Bucks Head Hotel. It was also stated here that the Annual Dinner & Dance showed a small loss and it was generally felt this was in order due to the very successful social night on that occasion. W. Darge moved adoption of the Treasurers report and that the bills be paid, this was seconded by Andrew Goodwin. Fraser Scott then gave a brief report on the proceedings of the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. at which he was one of the delegates representing the Club. The prime factor here proved to be the suggestion that clubs introduce personal accident insurance on competitions in all branches of the sport. After some discussion Charlie Bruce proposed that this club did not introduce such insurance until such times as it became law, by the S.A.C.U. Roy Mitchell seconded this motion and there were no objections. Charlie Bruce brought to members attention that Denis Gallagher had won the B.M.R.C. 250cc Speed Championship trophy for 1961. A request made to the Secretary by the Gospel Hall for use of the Clubrooms one night a week for a youth club was then discussed and Jimmy Morton proposed that it should not be let due to the fire risk attached; this was seconded by John Brown. Discussion then followed regarding the lack of a projector, but it was decided that it be left till later in the year, prior to the winter season when the financial state it is hoped should be healthier. Meanwhile Charlie Bruce was following up a source of information regarding a second hand one. It was suggested at this point that the bottom portion of the Clubroom walls be pained rather than varnished and the colour decided was Fiesta Blue. The Chairman then mentioned that due to domestic burdens he thought that he would be unable to attend as regularly as he would like to and Jimmy Clark proposed that a Deputy Chairman be elected to relieve him of his duties meantime. Adam Brownlie seconded this. Nominations were taken as follows:William Darge Prop. Charlie Bruce Sec. Dick S????????? James Clark Prop. Fraser Scott Sec. Jimmy Morton John Brown Prop. A. Brownlie Sec. Burt Steele A vote was taken and favoured James Clark. The Chairman then announced that the Sorn Club had a Supper & Dance due on Friday the 23rd February and a road rally on Sunday 11th March starting at our Clubrooms at 11:30am and that he would like to see these occasions strongly supported by members of this Club. After welcoming two new members to the Club, Ann Spreckley and Pat Darge, he then closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
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Work Party
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 7th March at 7:30pm at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 19 members attended. In the absence of the Chairman and Vice Chairman, Dave Arlott kindly consented to fulfil this duty for the evening and commenced by asking for the reading of the previous Business meetings minutes. The minutes were read and Eric Bouskill moved adoption, this being seconded by Willie Taylor. The Treasurers report followed and intimated that there were no outstanding bills and the funds stood at £154-2-2d. There being no correspondence it was brought to mind that the Sorn Club rally was th th due on Sunday 11 March and a visit to the Hamilton Club on Friday 9 March. Due to the lack of support for the Sorn Club rally, the Secretary agreed to contact Jimmy Morton and cancel the proposed start from Strathaven. It was then intimated there would be a work party at the Scrambles course on the Sunday and this being all the business the acting Chairman closed the meeting in a very capable manner.
4/4/62
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report Correspondence Scottish 6 Day Trial
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at the Clubrooms, at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, at 8:30pm on the 4th April 1962. 20 members attended. Dave Arlott once again acted as Chairman and commenced the meeting by asking for the reading of the previous business meeting minutes. These were adopted by Ian Baxter and seconded by William McDonald. The Treasurers report followed stating the Club funds stood at £158-7-8d and no bills were outstanding. The only correspondence being a letter announcing the venue of the “Rider of the Year” award at which William McDonald was to receive an award. It was also announced that anyone wanting to help in anyway at the Scottish 6 Day Trial should get in touch with the organisers or the Secretary. This being all the business the acting Chairman closed the meeting.
2/5/62
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on 2nd of May 1962 at 9:30pm, rather later than usual, at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 16 members were present. The vice Chairman, Jimmy Clark, asked that the minutes be read to start off the meeting. Minutes adoption was moved by Ian Baxter and seconded by Roy Mitchell. Due to the absence of the Treasurer there was no customary monthly financial statement and there was no correspondence requiring the attention of members.
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6/6/62
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Scramble
Projector
S.A.C.U. Inter Club Meet
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, at 7:30pm on Wednesday the 6th June. 23 members attended. The meeting commenced by the Chairman asking for the reading of the minutes of the previous business meeting. This done, Dave Arlott proposed adoption of the minutes and Willie McDonald seconded the motion. There being no correspondence to read, the Treasurers report followed. The funds stood at approx. £130 and it was pointed out here that the football sweep had drawn in £109 approx. during the months it was carried out. One bill was due to be paid to Giltone Press, the amount being £10-17/-. Jimmy Clark proposed this be paid and was seconded by Ian Baxter. It was also mentioned here that the last Scramble showed a loss of nearly £15 and after some discussion this was thought to be due mainly to lack of advertising, a point to be corrected before our September Scramble and also to the bad weather and wet conditions at the first Scramble. Doug. Smith brought to members notice that 16mm sound projectors were to be auctioned at a W.D. sale the following day and that Chris Brown had viewed them and reported that they were in very fair condition. After some discussion at this point it was decided to allow Jimmy Morton, who would be at the sale and kindly offered his assistance, to bid up to £30 for one. A proposal to this effect was made by Burt Steele and seconded by Roy Mitchell. This being all the business, members were reminded of the S.A.C.U. inter club meet to take place on Sunday 10th June at Fintry, before the meeting was closed.
EXTRAORDINARY BUSINESS MEETING 15/8/62
Bob McIntyre
An Extraordinary meeting was called for, and took place on 15 th August 1962, at the Clubrooms. The main reason for this followed the great shock received on learning of the Death of Bob McIntyre following his accident at Oulton Park. {9 days before} It was agreed that the sport had lost one of its finest characters and sportsmen in his passing and that such a rider should not be forgotten. To this end the Secretary agreed to
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approach the S.A.C.U. and Mercury Club Secretaries offering support from our Club in commencing a fund in his remembrance. Another point discussed at this meeting was the commencement of the Football Sweep, this being referred to the General Committee who will discuss methods of distributing tickets. In closing the meeting, the Chairman reminded members of the Presidents Trial on 26th August and a Club Rub to Croy Bay on 2nd September.
2/10/62
Attendance
Minutes
Treasurers Report
Scramble
Trophies
Election of Office
The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the AVON VALLEY M.C.C. took place at the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven on WEDNESDAY 2ND OCTOBER 1962 at 9pm. 30 members were present. The meeting got underway with the Chairman bidding the members welcome and giving a brief outline of the proposed agenda. The minutes were then read pertaining to the A.G.M. of 1961 and this done; John Brown moved adoption of the report. This was seconded by Ian Baxter. The Chairman then made a few remarks on the general state of the Club, of some of the member’s achievements throughout the year and the unfortunate losses incurred by two Scrambles. The Treasurers report then followed and here it was intimated that Club funds stood at £86-7-11d. Income for the year had been £406-12-9d Expenditure exceeding this and totalling £478-6-11d The two Scrambles being mainly responsible for the loss, to a sum totalling £46. The sweep had earned £109 prior to expenses being paid and the Accident Fund remained at £17-4-0d, as there had been no profits from events to enhance this fund. Jimmy McAspurn moved adoption of this report, Jimmy Clark being the seconder. After some discussion arising from a question regarding the losses entailed by Scrambles, Willie Easton proposed that only one date be applied for in 1963 and should only be accepted in the months of May or June. Doug. Smith seconded this motion. The date to be requested being 23/6/63. Members were now asked to suggest members whom they thought may be worthy of the Stanyer Trophy and following this, were asked to vote on paper for the member of their choice. After counting it was announced that the trophy would go to Denis Gallagher. Other trophies were won as follows:Kittymuir Trophy Tom Reynolds Presidents Trophy John Coombs Loudon Trophy Tom Reynolds Avon Valley Trophy Doug. Smith The next task on the agenda was the election of office bearers for 1963, President remaining as James Arneil Others elected were as follows:Chairman John Coombs Prop. W. Easton Sec. Doug. Smith Secretary A Brownlie Prop. F. Scott Sec. Pat Darge
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(being a new post created) Pat Darge Prop. J. Coombs John Brown Prop. C. Bruce Hamish Orr Prop. B. Steele
Sec. C. Bruce Sec. W. Easton Sec. F. Scott
At this point the Chairman asked that it be noted that the retiring Treasurer, Andy Hardie, be accorded a vote of thanks for his many years in this position, having done an excellent job. General Committee
Dinner Dance
S.A.C.U.
Voting followed nominations for the General Committee. Nominations being; Jimmy Clark, Dave Arlott, Doug. Smith, Bill Darge, Andy Hardie, Ian Baxter, Jimmy Lang and Gavin Leggate. Those elected by majority votes were as follows:J. Clark Prop. I. Baxter Sec. J. McAspurn D. Arlott Prop. J. Brown Sec. J. Lang Doug. Smith Prop. W. Easton Sec. R. Mitchell A.Hardie Prop. J. Clark Sec. J. Brown Sporting Committee The same procedure followed concerning the election of the Sporting Committee. Those nominated being; Roy Mitchell, Ian Baxter, Bill Darge, Jimmy Morton, John O’Donnell, Gavin Leggate and Willie McDonald. The five members elected by majority votes were as follows:R. Mitchell Prop. Doug. Smith Sec. I. Baxter I. Baxter Prop. J. Clark Sec. J. McAspurn J. Morton Prop. J. Clark Sec. J. Brown G. Leggate Prop. J. Lang Sec. J. Brown W. McDonald Prop. A. Brownlie Sec. W. Easton Ian Baxter then proposed that the Annual Dinner & Dance be run on the same lines as last year in the Bucks Head. Tommy Dunn seconded this motion and Dave Arlott and Ian Baxter agreed to organise this event in the festive season. A letter from the S.A.C.U. Chairman concerning the proposed Bob McIntyre Memorial Fund was then read and commented on by the Secretary. The Chairman then asked for a vote of thanks for members who had retired from posts in which they had served the Club during the past year, before closing the meeting in his capable manner.
7/11/62
Attendance Minutes
The Monthly Business Meeting for NOVEMBER of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wed. 7th, 1962 at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 18 members attended. The minutes read at this meeting were of the business meeting held in June, as there had been no business meetings conducted during the months of July, August September and October due to lack of support, 15 members being required to form
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a quorum. Roy Mitchel moved adoption of the minutes and Burt Steele seconded the motion. Correspondence read, concerned the S.A.C.U. delegates meeting to decide the sporting calendar for 1963, the only member offering possible representation of the Club at this meeting was Burt Steele. There was no financial statement read at this meeting as it remained the same as for the A.G.M. and Andy Hardie moved that bills due, be paid. Bill Moffat seconded this motion. Doug. Smith asked at what stage were the preparations for the Dinner Dance and we were assured by Dave Arlott that everything was well underway and some tickets had already been allocated. Dave Arlott reminded members of the need to look for alternative sites for Scrambles events as agreed at an earlier meeting. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
5/12/62
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Children’s Xmas Party
Work Party
The DECMBER Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on th Wednesday 5 at 8:30pm at the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 17 members were present. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and then adopted by Doug. Smith and this motion was seconded by John O’Donnell. The Treasurer read over the financial statement and intimated the bank balance stood at £104-9-9d. Following this, Dave Arlott moved that the customary honoraria be paid to the Sweep organiser, Treasurer and Secretary of last year’s committee, on hearing that this motion, normally put forward at the A.G.M., had been omitted on that occasion. Ian Baxter seconded the motion. The Chairman asked Andy Hardie to give briefly the details concerning the children’s Xmas party that he was organising. This he did, intimating that the cost would be 3/6d per child and that there only remained the question of decorating the Clubroom. Jimmy Clark proposed that there be a work party on the following Sunday and several members agreed to turn up. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual customary capable manner.
9/1/63
Attendance Minutes
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for JANUARY took place at 8pm on Wed. the 9th at the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 20 members attended. In the absence of the Chairman, Dave Arlott presided over the meeting. Following the reading of the minutes of Decembers business meeting, for which Ian Baxter moved adoption and Andy Hardie seconded the motion.
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Annual Dinner Dance Children’s Xmas Party Bob McIntyre
Hogmanay Trial
The correspondence was read. This dealt with the A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. and intimated that 3 delegates from this club could attend. Burt Steele, John Brown and Adam Brownlie, offered their services for this occasion. The Treasurers report followed stating the bank balance to be approx. £100 and that accounts due to be paid were from Bucks Head Hotel, Strathaven and Lawson & Co., Jewellers, Glasgow. For amounts of £48-6-3d and 11 Guineas respectively. Charlie Bruce proposed accounts be paid and adoption of financial report. This being seconded by James Clark. Dave Arlott intimated that the Annual Dinner and Dance had shown a profit of 10/9d and Doug. Smith congratulated the organisers on this improvement over previous years. A vote of thanks was recorded to Andy Hardie for his fine effort in running the Xmas party for the children, also the anonymous donor to this event and to Mr John Brownlie for his donation of £6. The Bob McIntyre Fund donation was then discussed and it was decided that the club would enlarge the £11-5/- already collected by the Secretary, to £20. The Secretary announced that three riders, John Clark, Bill McIntosh and Denis Gallagher wished to subscribe £18 to this fund through the Club, this being the amount gained in prize money by them at the Bob McIntyre Memorial Meeting held at Gask th aerodrome on 14 October 1962. Following the success of the Hogmanay Trial at the Scrambles course, it was decided to have another on Sunday June. 30th. This being all the business the acting Chairman closed the meeting in hi competent manner.
3/4/63
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Correspondence
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wed. April 3rd at 8pm. 21 members were present. Dave Arlott acting as Chairman, the meeting commenced with the reading of the minutes of the January Business meeting, since there were no meetings in February or March, due mainly to the very severe weather. These were adopted by Andy Hardie and seconded by Doug. Smith. The report from the Treasurer followed and was adopted and seconded by Charlie Bruce and Burt Steele respectively. The Secretary then gave a brief account of what had taken place at the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. – The main point of interest being that a profit had been made over the past year and the proposal to enforce the use of silencers at Scrambles and Trials had been defeated overwhelmingly – Most delegates were in favour of the second proposal that the S.A.C.U. should officially protest at the suggested tolls to be introduced for the Forth Road Bridge. The correspondence read included letters from; Perth & District M.C.C. thanking the three riders who had donated their Gask Meeting prize money to the Bob Mac.
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Table Tennis
Football Sweep
Ulster Grand Prix
Memorial Fund; from an ex-member, A. W. Annan, requesting payment of a £5 loan he had made to the Club in January 1957; and from Fuller Frictions Ltd. Intimating that they would be pleased once again to supply programme event covers free of charge, as requested by the Secretary. The Secretary announced here that the final amount the Club donated to the Bob McIntyre Memorial Fund was £46. £16 of which came from the prize money of three riders at the Memorial Race meeting held at Gask on Oct. 14th 1962. The acting Chairman then stated that all dance tickets, except 6 sold to two nonmembers, had been paid for. It was then decided after some discussion to write to these people, when their addresses were known, asking them to clear this debt. Discussion followed regarding the Scramble to be held on 26 th May. Work nights and Sundays were agreed upon and that advertising should be done on a better scale than in the past with posters and in local press. Burton Steele agreed to notify all the motor cycle press and insert a ¼ page advert in the Scottish Clubman. It was then intimated that the Sporting Committee had a Treasure Hunt in preparation and that the organisers of the March Hare Trial be complimented on their efforts. Charlie Bruce spoke then of the possibility of securing another table tennis table second hand and after discussion it was agreed that this would be considered should it become available at a reasonable price. Jimmy Clark then asked when it was proposed to terminate the football sweep and as it was still our best source of income, it was decided to carry on till the second week in May. Hamish Orr then proposed that we contact the Ulster Tourist Board regarding the date fixing of the Ulster Grand Prix. Charlie Bruce expressed his wish that individuals should write, but not the Club officially, Andy Hardie supported this. A vote was taken in favour of a letter being sent from the Club. Dave Arlott agreed to continue as acting Chairman until the A.G.M. and then closed the meeting in his capable manner.
1/5/63
Attendance Minutes
Complaints
Conducted Trial
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wednesday May 1st 1963 at 8pm. 22 members were present. Following the reading of the previous meetings minutes, which were adopted and seconded by Roy Mitchell and Fraser Scott respectively, Dave Arlott, as acting Chairman, apologised for the Treasurers absence, which was due to business arrangements, and then brought to the notice of members one or two points of interest. Among them, the fact that elderly people residing in Dunlop Street were forced to walk on the roadway, as the footpath was blocked with parked motor cycles on some club nights; he appealed to members that should they desire to park on the footpath, do so in such a manner that ample passageway be left for pedestrians or a pram. Next mentioned was the conducted trial to take place at Stonehouse on May 8th. This was followed by a welcome accorded to 9 new members and here it was pointed out
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that some people had been attending the Club for some time now and had either not joined or had failed to pay their annual subscription. It was requested of these that they should accept the full responsibility of a Club member and take an active part in Club life instead of just accepting the facilities offered. There was a mention about the Ulster Grand Prix and the Secretary gave an up to date account of the pursuance of this matter. He then brought to the meetings notice that the Scrambles forms sent out had not asked riders to pay the compulsory personal accident insurance of 7/- each. This was because the forms used were the last of those printed prior to the commencement of this insurance. The members were asked to consider whether an amendment slip be printed and sent out to all riders or in view of the fact that the date clashed with other Scrambles, would the Club pay the amount to encourage riders to enter. Willie Easton proposed the Club pay the insurance, Ian Baxter seconded this motion, no other suggestions were offered. John O’Donnell brought up the question of the Club purchasing lapel badges for members. After some discussion mainly about the high cost for the small quantity that would be required, he agreed to make some enquiries on behalf of the Club. This being all the business for discussion the Chairman then closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
5/6/63
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurer Scramble
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wed. June 5th at 8pm. 22 members were present. The meeting got underway with the reading of the minutes of the minutes of the previous month’s meeting and were adopted by Peter Calendar and seconded by Hamish Orr. The correspondence was read and concerned the S.A.C.U. inter club meeting. After discussion regarding the inter club meeting, it was decided that members should meet at Todholes Farm, Fintry – the venue. Due to the absence of the Treasurer there was no financial report again this month. The Scramble of May 26th was then discussed and although the exact amount wasn’t known, it was obvious that this would be a financial loss. It was suggested that this was due to lack of advertising but the Secretary pointed out that all local press had carried adverts and around 75 posters had been distributed to members and posted on all main routes in the vicinity. There had been a good turnout of members and the organisation of the event was up to our usual standard. It was discussed that due to the loss, whether or not we should try for a third date and attempt to cut our losses. The Secretary pointed out that the remainder of the calendar was rather crowded other than for the holiday months of July and August, it was decided we should contact the S.A.C.U. Secretary regarding a cancelation date. Two riders had not turned up at the Scramble and the Secretary wished to know if Club members
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Ulster Grand Prix Oulton Park
considered their entry fee should be returned. After taking this over, Dave Arlott, as acting Chairman, suggested that as neither rider’s had contacted the Club, their entry fee should be retained. This was agreed generally. Two months ago the question of unpaid dance tickets was raised and the Secretary announced that he had now traced one of the people concerned, and received a cheque for 2 tickets. The Secretary announced there was a bill due for £3 for Scrambles advert in Motor Cycle News and that it had been suggested telegrams be sent to riders competing in the T.T. races at the Isle of Man. This year the Club members competing were Jimmy Morton, Denis Gallagher and Bill Rae. Andy Hardie proposed payment of the bill and that the telegrams should be sent. Vic Black seconded this motion. The Ulster Grand Prix was again the subject of discussion as in previous meetings, but it was now known that the Club intended running the event, whether supported by the Ulster Tourist Board or not. The Secretary had already provisionally booked a number of berth’s, and intimated that a sheet would now be put on the white board for members and friends names interested in making the trip. This being all the business the meeting was closed by the acting Chairman following his announcement that a putting competition would take place the following Wednesday at 8pm at the John Hastie Park, Strathaven.
19 Members attended the AUGUST Business Meeting which took place as usual in the Clubroom at 3 Dunlop St. Strathaven at 8:30pm on Wednesday the 7th. The meeting commenced with the reading of the minutes of the 5th June and were adopted by Ian Baxter and seconded by Andy Hardie. Correspondence amounted to a reminder from the Electricity Board for the sum of £5-2-3d, as to our knowledge no bill had been delivered. Due to absence of the Treasurer there was no financial statement, the Secretary agreed to take steps to have the electricity account paid.
Dave Arlott, the acting Chairman, had a few words to say about the S.A.C.U. Interclub meeting at Fintry – giving an account of the Club entries, although not as high as it could have been, noting that Hamish Orr had won first place in the Road Rally. The Clubs overall finishing position being about fifth out of the 23 Clubs attending. Final details regarding the Ulster Grand Prix outing were made known by the Secretary and the time of meeting at the boat terminal was to be 7:30pm. The possibility of running a coach trip to Oulton Park race meeting on the 5 th October was mentioned and the Secretary agreed to follow up the best of the quotations already obtained by the assistant secretary and stated that a list would be put up for members names interested in going. The idea being to base the cost per seat on filling 2/3rd of the coach and reducing the price per person accordingly, should more seats be taken.
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Hill Climb
The question of starting the football sweep once again was mentioned and agreed unanimously that this should be continued as a fund raiser. Jimmy Clark, who was not present, was to be asked if he would once again take on this laborious task. John O’Donnell asked if the Club would consider buying lapel badges and intimated that he had passed on some quotations to the Secretary. After some discussion it was decided to bring up this matter at the A.G.M. in September when the financial state of the Club could be reviewed. Dave Arlott then closed the meeting after asking for a better turn-out to be at the hill climb at the Scrambles course than had attended the grass track held there last week.
4/9/63
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Oulton Park Ulster Grand Prix
Road Trial
Football Sweep
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven, on Wed. 4TH September 1963 at 8pm. 15 members were present. The meeting began with the reading of the minutes of the business meeting of the 7th August. These were adopted by Bobby Russell and seconded by Hamish Orr. Correspondence had consisted of a letter from the S.A.C.U. Secretary regarding date applications for Championship and other open events. It was agreed not to apply for Championship Scrambles and to leave the choice of dates till after the future of Scrambles was discussed at the A.G.M. since it was thought that a fair sum of money had been lost on the last Scramble. Letter from Cotters Ltd. Regarding the booking of a coach to Oulton Park. Chairman then mentioned the successful outing to the Ulster Grand Prix that had taken place and that the Clubs thanks to the Secretary for his efforts in organizing this, be recorded. He also intimated that a road trial would be held the following week and reminded members that a sheet had been posted up for the names of those interested in going to Oulton Park, only 9 seats had been taken so far. Roy Mitchell offered his services in assisting Jimmy Clark with the football sweep organisation following a request for some help with this task by the Chairman, before closing the meeting in his usual capable manner.
25/9/63
Attendance
The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING for 1963 of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on Wednesday 25th September at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven at 9:30pm 25 members were present when the meeting commenced. The acting Chairman, David Arlott, apologised for the Chairman, John Coombs, not having been able to carry out his duties for the greater part of the past year due to domestic responsibilities, after he had welcomed the members present. Apologies were also given for the absence of the Assistant Secretary, Pat Darge, who was on holiday.
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The Secretary then read the minutes pertaining to the A.G.M. of 1962, Ian Baxter proposed adoption of these minutes. Hamish Orr seconded this motion. Treasurers Report The Treasurers report followed this stating the income for the year to be £425, expenditure was £296 and the bank balance stood at £129-12-4d. From his statement it was seen that the weekly tea sales had shown a profit of £6-4-0d, Scrambles however brought total losses of £14-13-0d and the Club donation to the Bob McIntyre Memorial Fund had been £19-12-6d, much of this had been allocated by voluntary donations by members. The football sweep had again been the life line as far as funds were concerned, having earned a profit of £117-12-0d. Sweep Organization The acting Chairman asked members to give Jimmy Clark a vote of thanks for his efforts in the sweep organisation. From the financial statement it was noted that interest free loans from members still stood at £70. John O’Donnell moved adoption of this financial report and Ian Baxter seconded this motion. Vote of Thanks to The various office bearers were asked to retire at this stage of the proceedings and Retiring Officials were duly thanked for carrying out the administration and organisation of the various events that had taken place during the year. Prior to nominations the acting Chairman asked members that should they be nominated for a post in the new administration, they should only accept if they were sure they could attend to the duties required of them. Election of Office Nominations were then made and voting took place in several instances during the Bearers election of the new seasons office bearers, resulting as follows:Chairman Dave Arlott Secretary Adam Brownlie Ass. Secretary Pat Darge Treasurer John Brown Club Captain Hamish Orr Press Secretary Burton Steele General Committee
Andy Hardie Ian Baxter Bobby Steele (Jnr) John O’Donnell
Sporting Committee James Morton Ian Baxter Burt Steele Andy Hardie It was noted here that the Club Captain would act as chairman of the Sporting Committee. Trophies
The trophy winners were then announced as follows:Kittymuir Trophy Tom Reynolds Loudon Trophy Tom Reynolds Presidents Trophy Hamish Orr Avon Valley Trophy James Morton
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2/10/63
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Correspondence
Scramble Dates Subscriptions
Voting slips were given to members so that each could record their selection for the Stanyer Trophy. This resulted in Denis Gallagher retaining the cup for a further year. The Kittymuir Trophy winner would have 2 tickets supplied for the Annual Dinner & Dance as had been the practice in previous years. The Dinner & dance was the next thing to be discussed and to save time, since the previous one had been a success, Jimmy Morton proposed that it be held, and in the same establishment. Bill Darge seconded this proposal. Dave Arlott proposed It be done on the same lines, this was seconded by Ian Baxter and it was agreed it should be on a Friday not more than 10 days from Christmas. A great deal of discussion regarding Scrambles followed the reading of a letter from the S.A.C.U. pertaining to applications for scramble dates. It was debated that as these events were costing the Club money to run they should be abandoned, however after a vote was taken 21 members were in favour of applying for permits once more. It was thought the failure of the scrambles may have been due to them clashing with other events and football and other sporting events being on TV on the same afternoons, thus encouraging the public to stay at home. Jimmy Clark proposed we have applications for 2 dates, this was seconded by Bill Darge. Burt Steele proposed applying for 3 dates, seconded by Ian Baxter. Jimmy Morton proposed a special committee meeting could decide on the dates to be applied for and how many. This was unanimously agreed. This being all the business the Chairman thanked members who attended and declared the meeting closed.
The Monthly Business Meeting for October took place on Wed. 2nd at 8pm at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven. 17 members attended. As is customary the meeting commenced by the reading of the previous meetings minutes, following a few opening remarks by the Chairman. The minute’s adoption was moved by Andy Hardie and seconded by Bill McDonald. Correspondence was then read and consisted of a demand for £5 cancelation fee from Cotters Tours Ltd. And a letter asking for submission of requested dates for scrambles. The Secretary commented on the letter from Cotters and stated that a firm refusal to pay the cancellation fee had been sent on the grounds that this was not a condition mentioned at the time of booking and was made to believe at that time, a cancelation would be accepted at any time without obligation. Scrambles dates were then discussed and it was decided to apply for 3 dates. These being:- 10th May, 28th June & 13th September. The Chairman reminded members here that subscriptions were now due and should be paid between now and the 31st December. The Secretary announced that a reminder to members not present would be sent out incorporated in a newsletter following the A.G.M.
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Treasurers Report Hamilton Club
Visits to Factories
Scalextric
The winter programme was to be compiled after the meeting by the Committees and would be published in the Scottish Clubman and also duplicated so that a copy would be available for every member. The financial report showed the funds at £118-1/- and it was now known the Scramble wasn’t quite the financial disaster at first estimated. The Chairman mentioned here that he would like to see the Hamilton Club visits continued this year and also suggested that the type of visit may be extended to other clubs. It was asked if visits to work plants and factories were to be continued this winter and the Secretary replied that any firm suggested would be approached with an evening visit in mind. It was also announced that films would again be organised when possible for the third Wednesday of each month. Fraser Scott asked if there would be many members interested in Scalextric track and cars for use in the Club. This received considerable enthusiasm and following some discussions it was agreed that members interested in this should subscribe £1 to a fund for the purchase of 2 cars, track, and the necessary accessories and each would purchase their own models for use on the track if they so desired. Fraser Scott agreed to look after the financial and organising side of this project. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
6/11/63
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Delegates Meeting
Treasurers Report
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wed. 6TH November 1963 at 8pmin the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven,. 15 members attended. This got underway by the Chairman asking for a reading of the previous monthly meeting minutes. These were adopted by Anne Spreckley and seconded by Andy Hardie. Correspondence read by the Secretary consisted of a letter from Cotters Tours Ltd. Cancelling the demand for a £5 cancellation fee and declaring the matter now closed; a cheque from the Electricity Board refunding £12-18-11, which had been over charged; a letter from Tom Reynolds thanking the Club for his two dance tickets sent on and requesting the purchase of a further two for friends who would accompany them to the dinner dance; A bill of £15-14-4d for the first instalment of the rates and a letter from the S.A.C.U. Secretary regarding the Delegates meeting on Sunday 10th November at Grosvenor Hotel Edinburgh. Ian Baxter and Dave Arlott agreed to represent the Club on this occasion. This letter also included the final results of S.A.C.U. Championships for 1963. Club members included in this list were; Bill Rae, 2nd in 350cc road race championship and Tom Reynolds, winner of the 250cc, joint winner of the 350cc and second equal in the 500cc championship scrambles classes. The Treasurers report followed and Ian Baxter mover adoption and that bills due, be paid, this was seconded by Richard Barr.
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The Chairman then mentioned that to date only 14 members had renewed their memberships and that dance tickets were in fair demand, 62 of the 70 printed had been spoken for. Also that nobody other than himself and Ian Baxter had turned up at the Scrambles course on the Sunday following the fireworks night to tidy up. At this point he thanked the Secretary to whom credit was due for sending out duplicated copies of the winter programme and a newsletter. He followed this up by the controversial subject of the Scalextric track lying on the Clubroom floor and possibly interfering with the arranged winter programme. However following a discussion with views in favour and against, it was agreed it was an asset and an attraction in the Club to continue it on Wednesday nights, but on no account was it to interfere or disrupt the programme laid down for the season. To this end it would stop at 8pm until the programme scheduled for each evening was completed. Also that members could use the Clubrooms on other evenings for car racing and other facilities for that matter provided they met the cost of lighting and heating and obtained a key from one of the office bearers. This being all the business for the evening, the Chairman closed the meeting in his customary capable manner.
4/12/63
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurers Report Scrambles Dates
Shell Mex Rider of the Year Work Night & Children’s Party
Loan of Projector
The Monthly Business Meeting for DECEMBER 1963 took place on Wed. 4TH at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 15 members attended. After reading the previous business meeting minutes, which were adopted and seconded by Anne Spreckley and Bobby Russell respectively, the correspondence was then read. This consisted of a letter from the Lanarkshire Car Club intimating their intention to use our Scrambles venue for a grass hill climb for cars, having received permission from Mr Johnston. Two members said they would attend this event which was to take place on Sat. 7 th December, with an aim to prevent the cars from damaging the drain work. Also in the correspondence was a reminder for renewal of the Small Lotteries Certificate in keeping with the organisation of the football sweep. The Treasurer reported funds to be £114-19-11d, of this £17-14-0d was the Accident fund total. Dave Arlott and Ian Baxter reported that two of our three requested Scrambles dates had been attained, the third being forfeited due to the popularity of the date for other events. The dates attained were May 10th and June 28th 1964. The Committee agreed to discuss later the member to receive the Shell Mex Rider of the Year Award. The Chairman reminded members of a work party on Friday Dec. 13th to clean and scrub the Clubrooms for the Children’s Xmas Party which was to take place on Saturday 14th. On the subject of the Xmas Party it was announced that parents should purchase presents valued at no more than 3/- and bring food for their own number of children and their friends attending the party. Lemonade and ice cream would be supplied. Andy Hardie requested the loan of the Clubs projector for a Larkhall Youth Club and as he was agreeable to operate the machine for them on the occasion, the request
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was granted after some discussion, although it was generally felt that this should not become a regular procedure. Scalextric racing track was again a subject for discussion mainly because of its use for some nights by someone who was not even a member. The Secretary reminded those present that to be allowed the use of the miniature car circuit it was necessary to pay £1 towards the cost of the track and that this was only possible after joining and paying one year’s subscription to the parent Club. This being all the business the Chairman then closed the meeting by wishing all members the compliments of the season.
15/1/64
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Delegates for S.A.C.U. A.G.M. Trial Framed Chairs
Flooring
The Monthly Business Meeting for JANUARY ‘64 took place on the 15TH at 8:30pm in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 17 members were present. The Chairman opened the meeting by wishing all members a Happy and Prosperous New Year and followed this by asking for the minutes of the previous meeting to be read. Burt Steele moved adoption of those minutes and Ian Baxter seconded the motion. The Secretary then read the correspondence being letters; from S.A.C.U. Secretary regarding the A.G.M. date, to which we should send 3 delegates; from the Hamilton Club accepting our offer for them to visit us and agreeing to supply a speaker for a map reading talk; from Dunlop confirming four films being sent for showing on 22 nd January. A financial statement had been passed round and the Treasurer reported the Dance to have shown a profit of 30/- and that 42 members had till now renewed their memberships. Mr Bobby Steele (Snr) moved that the bill for the dance be paid, this amounted to £52 and adoption of the Treasurers report – Bobby Russell seconded this motion. Three delegates for the S.A.C.U. A.G.M were appointed after some discussion on that matter and were, Burton Steele, Bobby Steele (Jnr) and Adam Brownlie, the Secretary. The Chairman then intimated the intention to run a Trial on Sunday 19th January, following the success of the Hogmanay Trial. Mr Bobby Steele (Snr) then told the meeting he had an offer of 26 tubular framed chairs free of cost and if the Club decided these be accepted, agreed to bring them to the Clubrooms. He pointed out that they required recovering and after some discussion it was agreed to accept his kind offer and that members should make enquiries as to the cost of canvas with a view to covering them ourselves. The question of some sort of floor covering was brought up by the Chairman, Jimmy Clark and the Secretary were making some enquiries about methods and costs involved in this work.
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The Chairman reminded members about parking motor cycles on the pavement and announced that the blacksmith who owned the property opposite our doorway had agreed to allow members to park their machines on his ground until further notice. This being all the business, he then closed the meeting in his capable manner.
5/2/64
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurer Trial
Chairs
Scrambles
Badges
S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Dalziel Steel Works
Map Reading & Rallying Film Show
The Monthly Business Meeting for FEBRUARY took place on Wednesday 5TH at 8:00pm at the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 20 members were present. The meeting got underway with the reading of the January meetings minutes. Bobby Russell moved adoption of these minutes, this being seconded by Andy Hardie. Correspondence read consisted of confirmation of Fire Insurance having been paid to Allingham & Maillie and a letter from Teca Frictions Ltd. Agreeing to support our Scrambles by printing the programme covers. In the absence of the Treasurer it was stated that the Dinner Dance bill had been paid to the Hotel. Also arising from the minutes of the last business meeting was the mention of the trial to be held. This again was a considerable success even with those who attended but did not compete. The chairs mentioned in previous meeting were delivered to the Clubrooms by Bobby Steele (Snr) to whom we are most grateful, the method of covering them will be looked at by the Committee. The Secretary pointed out that the two forthcoming Scrambles clashed with road race meetings as well as other events. Most people concerned with running a Scramble had been contacted and the main task was to determine the forms of advertising. A number of new faces were present and anyone contributing new ideas would be most welcome. Badges were once again mentioned and the Secretary said that he would now follow up earlier enquiries made by John O’Donnell regarding button hole or lapel broach type badges. On Sunday the 2nd Feb. the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. took place and the three members who attended gave a brief account of the goings on at the meeting. Main talking points being the change in Scrambles Championship Classes – now to be up to 300cc and over 300cc and that Clubs applying for Championship dates in 1965 would have to accommodate a sidecar class. It was also mentioned here that the Secretary, Adam Brownlie, had been elected to the S.A.C.U. Management Committee for one year. Forthcoming events mentioned were a visit to Dalziel Steel Works on February 14th meeting at the Gatehouse at 6:45pm. This visit being made possible by the presence of Bobby Richardson. Wednesday the 12th would be a talk on map reading and rallying by Jim Paton and Bill Yates, both of the Hamilton Club and experienced navigators. Also mentioned was a film show for the 19 th, a Social night on the 15th and a Barn
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Dance to be held on the 21st, tickets still being available from Jimmy Morton @ 12/6d each. Before closing the meeting the Chairman brought to the notice of the Club the fact that there was a decline in the sale of sweep tickets.
4/3/64
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Badges
Treasurers Report
Chairs
Membership Ulster Grand Prix
Bowling
The March monthly business meeting took place on Wednesday the 4TH at the Clubrooms at 8:00pm. 15 members attended the meeting. Minutes of the February meeting were read by the Secretary and these were adopted and seconded by Ian Baxter and John O’Donnell respectively. Correspondence was then read and consisted of a request for the final instalment of £15-4-5d for rates and a letter from Renamel Ltd., regarding Club machine badges, asking if the tools should be retained by the firm for use in future orders. The Secretary had replied requesting that they be kept for future use. Buttonhole badges were mentioned at this stage by the Secretary who had sent a Club badge to a Birmingham firm as a sample of design for a Club lapel badge to be produced. On an order of 150 badges the cost to the Club would be approx. 3/3d each and at a previous Committee meeting it had been decided should the quality of the badge suffice, an order would be placed and badges would be sold for 5/- each. The financial statement showed that the Clubfunds were £132-12-5d and the Accident fund at £17-4-0d. Bobby Steele (Snr) proposed that rates and other bills be paid. Ian Baxter seconded this. The subject of covering the canvas chairs was mentioned again. Mrs Arlott had agreed to sew them if the right canvas material could be obtained. Enquiries about canvas were still being made. It was announced that Club membership at present was 56 and there was just over 30 competition licenses issued. The Ulster Grand Prix had been mentioned and the booking had been confirmed. 12 first class berths, 20 2nd class male berths, 6 2nd class female berths, had been reserved. A sheet was pinned on the notice board for names of those interested. Cash could also be paid in instalments to Pat Darge for those who wished an easier way of paying the total fare. A nights bowling was proposed and this was to be considered by the Committee and would be posted on the notice board should a date be decided. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting after reminding members of the Shell Mex “Rider of the Year” award the following Wednesday at which Hamish Orr was collecting one as the nominee of this Club.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 The monthly business meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on the 1st April at 8:00pm at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. Attendance 18 members attended. Minutes Minutes of the last business meeting were read first and these were adopted and seconded by Bobby Steele (Jnr) and John O’Donnell. Correspondence Correspondence read consisted of a letter from Stevenston and District Club and one from Hillsborough and District Club in Northern Ireland, being an invitation for the Secretary to visit a Scramble in Belfast, with a view to organising a two day interclub Scramble. Treasurers Report The Treasurers report followed and there being no outstanding accounts, the bank balance stood at £122. Ulster Grand Prix Members were then reminded about the Ulster G.P. outing and that fares could be paid in instalments. Chairs The subject of the recovering the steel tubular chairs was again discussed and it was agreed to carry on with the quotation of approx.. £9 obtained by Bobby Steele (Snr) for having seats and backs made ready, to be fitted by ourselves. Lapel Badges Lapel badges were again mentioned and the Secretary said he would write the firm and urge a reply or acknowledgement, the original letter having been sent on the 17th February. Committee Meeting The Committee were asked to meet with the intention of compiling a Summer programme. This being all the business, the Chairman then closed the meeting.
29/4/64
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report New Members Ulster Grand Prix
The monthly business meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 29th April at 8:00pm at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. This meeting was in lieu of the normal first Wednesday in May, due to work being done at the Scrambles Course on that date. 13 members attended. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and then adopted by Ian Baxter and seconded by Andy Hardie. Correspondence consisted of letters from Scottish Clubman re-support in advertising our Scramble and enclosed was a bill for £8-2-0d; from the S.A.C.U. intimating new dates issued for speed events at Charterhall, these being an open event 27 th Sept. and a closed to club event on 4th October. In the absence of the Treasurer, Bobby and Burton Steele moved and seconded that the bill of £8-2-0d be paid to Scottish Clubman. Four new members had enrolled and been made welcome to the Club. The Ulster G.P. outing was mentioned by the Secretary intimating that 12 first class, 20 2nd class male, 6 2nd class female berths, had been reserved. Pat Darge had also agreed to collect cash from anyone who wished to pay in advance or by instalments.
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It was noted that most of the steel chairs had been renovated and our thanks should be to Mr Steele for his services in obtaining, firstly the chairs, then the canvas for repairs to be carried out. The sweep had finished successfully for another season and here thanks was due to Jimmy Clark for his many hours toil in this respect. Thanks is also due to all the members who supported the sweep by purchasing tickets, especially to the few taking big numbers for resale to friends. The Chairman reminded members of our Scramble on 10th May asking for as much help as was possible, before he closed the meeting.
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Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report Lapel Badges
Achievements Correspondence
Manx Grand Prix
Ulster Grand Prix Subscriptions
The monthly business meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 5th August at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 19 members attended. The minutes of the last business meeting were read and adopted by John O’Donnell and seconded by Jimmy Clark. A Statement of account was read by the Treasurer; the bank balance being approx. £150. Lapel badges were again mentioned by the Secretary, who intimated that he was attempting to urge a speedy delivery, although delivery date had been quoted as near the end of September. The Chairman mentioned at this point the creditable performance of Bobby Steele in Ireland, finishing 3rd in the Triple ‘100’ 350cc event and 3rd in the overall handicap. Correspondence consisted of letters from Brian Moore accompanied by a P.O. valued at £3 for overdue Dance tickets, this being the result of several letters of varying strength of pressure for settlement of the debt, by the Secretary. A letter from the Scottish V.E.S. Secretary thanking us for support given to this cause by Club members Burt & Bobby Steele and Hamish Orr. The Secretary mentioned there would be four Club members riding in the Manx G.P., these being Roy Graham, Ron Rae, Bobby Steele and Jim Duirie and that the customary telegrams would be sent. It was noted here that 41 members would make the trip to the Ulster G.P. outing organised by the Secretary, the boat leaving Glasgow at 9pm on Friday night. The Treasurer suggested that some thought be given prior to the A.G.M. about raising the annual subscription. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting reminding members that a grass hill climb would be held at Stonehouse the following Wednesday.
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The monthly business meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on Wednesday 3rd Sept. 1964 at 8:30pm in the Clubrooms, at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 16 members were present.
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Treasure Hunt Presidents Trial
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The meeting commenced by the reading of the minutes for the August meeting and were adopted and seconded by Hamish Orr and Albert French respectively. There was no correspondence and in the absence of the Treasurer, the Secretary had obtained a bill for £19 from the printer, which would be passed on for payment. The Chairman then mentioned the once again very successful outing to the Ulster G.P. and the unfortunate mishap of Dave Duncan of the Loch Lomond Club who was accompanied to Belfast Infirmary by the Secretary having broken his leg in a spill at Lethamstown. A letter had been received from Davie thanking the Club for the basket of fruit valued at 25/- and £2 in cash which had been sent on. Bobby Steele was next for a mention having finished 27th in the Junior Manx G.P. It was also learned that Brian Steele had been unfortunate to come off his Honda and land in the Victoria Infirmary. It was agreed that a basket of fruit be sent to him. The Chairman then reminded members that Wed. 9th September would be a Treasure Hunt and followed this by welcoming a new member, Alex George. The Presidents Trial held the previous Sunday had been thoroughly enjoyed by all participants and the organisers were congratulated on their fine effort. This event was won by a comparatively new member, Ian Wallace. The Secretary announced that a design for the lapel badges had been approved and delivery was expected before the A.G.M. Jimmy Clark and Burton Steele had agreed to undertake the joint organisation of the football sweep. A piano had been offered to the Club for £5, but the majority thought the offer should be declined at present. This being all the business the Chairman closed the meeting in his usual capable manner.
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Treasurers Report
The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING for 1964 of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club took place on Wednesday September 30 th at 8:30pm at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 36 members were present on this occasion. The Chairman, Dave Arlott, commenced the proceedings by welcoming the members present and followed this by asking that the minutes of the 1963 Annual General Meeting be read. This was done by the Secretary, Adam Brownlie, and Burton Steele moved adoption of the minutes, this being seconded by Andrew Hardie. The financial report followed given by the Treasurer, John Brown. A copy of the report had been circulated among the members present for their perusal and from it was seen that Club funds stood at £139-11-11d. An income from the Football Sweep amounted to £103, thanks being due here to Jimmy Clark for his laborious efforts. A loss of £26 was encountered with the Scrambles held, mainly due to bad weather on these occasions and possibly local advertising was suspect also. Rates, gas electricity etc., amounted to approximately £75 and the Treasurer suggested that a more realistic figure for the Annual Subscription would be £1 instead of 12/-, this was to
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Loudon Trophy
Stanyer Trophy President
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be discussed later. John Clark moved adoption of the Treasurers report and Bill McDonald seconded the motion. The Chairman then gave a brief account of the past 12 months saying that the Club had gone from strength to strength; this was supported by some details supplied by the Secretary. Namely that the membership was the highest ever at 88 and 49 competition licences had been issued covering all branches of the sport. For the first time two entrants licences had been issued and the Club had entered teams in the Clubman’s Races at Oulton Park and the Manx Grand Prix. Three riders had again been issued International licences. The Chairman reckoned that as far as Scotland was concerned, the Club was looked upon as the leading sporting club in road racing and in some open events actually had 19 competitors entered, this being a great boost to the Club. He also mentioned the records of some of the riders, and some of the major events in which they had competed included, the Isle of Man TT races, the Ulster G.P., the Manx G.P., and the international meetings at Scarborough and Oulton Park. Trophies were next to be mentioned and firstly the Chairman expressed gratitude on behalf of the Committee and Sporting Committee for the support given to the many events that had been staged during the year in which points could be won towards the Avon Valley Trophy. Jimmy Morton was again the recipient of this trophy having finished well in front on the points table. Ian Wallace, a member in the Club for his first year had won the Presidents Trophy, on a day that was thoroughly enjoyed by all and thanks was expressed here to the organisers. The Kittymuir Trophy was again to be in custody south of the border in the home of Tommy Reynolds, being the fourth year he had managed to gain the most points in our open Scramble events. Although some other riders still had time to submit points for the Loudon Trophy it appeared from the list of finishing places submitted by Bill Rae, a member now living in Wakefield, it was unlikely that he could be bettered. Cards were then passed round in order that members could record their nominee for the Stanyer Trophy. The result of this ballot went in favour of Bobby Steele. The Chairman then expressed the view that the Committee felt, that some consideration be given to appointing another President of the Club, as it was more than a year since we had contact with him. It was generally felt that a replacement to Mr J. Arneil should be found and that nominations should be put forward with those for other office bearers in the Club. Nominations and voting duly took place in customary order and the result recorded as follows:President John Clark Chairman Dave Arlott Secretary Adam Brownlie Treasurer Andrew Hardie Ass. Secretary Pat Darge Club Captain Hamish Orr Press Secretary Dick Swindall
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Sporting Committee Ian Wallace Bill McDonald Jim McRae Mike Spiteri Annual Dinner Dance Scrambles
Subscriptions
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Dinner Dance arrangements were once again in the hands of Dave Arlott and Ian Baxter. The future of Scrambles organised by the Club now came under discussion and the Secretary pointed out that dates were to be submitted by the 11th October for ratification at the delegates meeting. After some considerable discussion, a vote taken went in favour of applying for 2 dates and it was decided it would be advantageous if an alternative course could be found. During discussion on this matter Jimmy Morton suggested that the Club should attempt to run an open trial. The Secretary supported this asking the Club to bear in mind that we should contribute something to the sport by organising events for inclusion in the Scottish Sporting Calendar and not just be content to compete in other Clubs events. It was then agreed that a date for an open trial be applied for. Next to be discussed was the annual subscription for Club membership. The retiring Treasurer, John Brown, proposed that it be raised to £1 and this was seconded by the Secretary, Adam Brownlie; stating here that the overhead costs of electricity, Gas Rates, Fire insurance, and capitation fees could have been met solely from subscription intake, had the subscription been £1 at this time, as the membership was at present 88. Discussion followed and other proposals and amendments were put forward, to raise the entry fee or to abolish it and after voting on the matter the result was in favour of a proposal from Burton Steele, seconded by Hamish Orr, that it be raised to £1 irrespective of what time of year one joined or renewed ones subscription, there was no entry fee and that juniors (i.e. 18 years old and younger) would be allowed a 50% reduction as before. The Secretary then announced that new lapel badges had been received and were now on sale for 5/- each. The Chairman intimated that the Dinner and Dance would be arranged, if possible for Friday 18th December at the Bucks Head Hotel, Strathaven. The Children’s Xmas Part was proposed for Saturday 12th December, to be confirmed later. This being all the business he thanked those present for their attendance and support and then closed the meeting in his customary capable manner.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 4/11/64 The Business Meeting for NOVEMBER took place on Wed. 4TH at 8:30pm at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. Attendance 19 members attended. Minutes The minutes for the meeting of September 3rd were read then adopted and seconded by Bobby Steele and Mike Spiteri respectively. Correspondence The Secretary then read the correspondence consisting of a bill of £33-9-9d for rates, the first instalment being due now. A letter from Jimmy Clark thanking the Club for the basket of fruit taken into Law Hospital and a letter from the S.A.C.U. Secretary regarding the delegates meeting for dates fixing in Edinburgh. The Secretary and Jim O’Donnell agreed to represent the Club. ‘Acceptance of Entry’ cards were also offered @ £1 for 500, it was agreed to order 500 for the coming season. Treasurers Report The Treasurer then read out a report on the financial state of the Club - £154-12-1d being the sum in hand. Bobby Steele (Snr) moved that accounts be paid and Charlie Bruce seconded this motion. It was noted that the Accident Fund was very low. Furniture It was noticed that the Clubroom had been enhanced by the addition of 2 chairs and a large chest. Thanks being due to Ian Wallace and also to John O’Donnell for providing the transport. Members in Hospital The Chairman brought to the members notice that two Club members were in hospital – Jimmy Clark in Law hospital following a car accident and John Wilson in Stonehouse hospital with a serious complaint. Scrambles Course Since the last business meeting, Dave Arlott and Doug. Smith had a look at a possible site for a new scrambles course not too far from Strathaven. Dinner Dance Tickets for the Dinner/Dance were being printed and would be available the following week. A list had already been pinned up for names of those requesting them. Winter Programme A Winter Programme had been compiled and would be printed as soon as possible. This being all the business the Chairman then closed the meeting.
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Treasurers Report
The Monthly Business Meeting for December took place at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven on Wednesday the 2nd at 8:30pm.. 18 members attended. The meeting got underway by the Secretary reading the minutes of the previous business meeting held in November, these were adopted and seconded by Bill McDonald and Hamish Orr respectively. Correspondence was then read and consisted of letters regarding the ‘Rider of the Year’ award, the S.A.C.U. Annual General Meeting to take place on January 10th 1965 and a reminder about the renewal of the licence for the football sweep. Following this was the financial report by the Treasurer stating that the first half of the rates had been paid and the Accident Fund stood at £12-4/-. John O’Donnell moved adoption of the report and moved that bills be paid, Ian Wallace seconded this motion.
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A new member welcomed by the Chairman was Alan McIntyre. The arrangements for the Dinner Dance and Children’s Xmas Party were then discussed. It was noted that over 70 tickets had been allocated for the Dinner Dance and the demand was very promising. It was agreed that a raffle be again run at the dance. The children’s party was to be held on Saturday 12th Dec. and a work party was asked for with a view to cleaning out and decorating the Clubrooms on Friday night prior to the party. For each child brought to the party it was suggested that food in the form of sandwiches and cakes, and a present not exceeding the value of 2/6d be supplied by the parent. Ice Cream and lemonade was to be supplied by the Club. Towards the cost of the Children’s Party, the Secretary ad received a donation of £5 from a member who wished to remain anonymous. The Chairman brought to the members notice that sweep ticket sales were lower than average and the first prize was down to £1-19/-. News of the two Club members in hospital, Jimmy Clark and John Wilson, was passed on to those present by the Chairman. The Secretary suggested that a means to boosting the Accident Fund required looking into. After some discussion, Doug. Smith proposed that this be brought up at a later Business meeting day in March, so that a percentage could be determined to be transferred from the Club Funds, the Secretary seconded this adding that should any accident occur to a competitor before this time, it would be reviewed immediately. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed.
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Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Members in Hosp. Dinner Dance
Children’s Party S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
The Monthly Business Meeting of the AVON VALLEY M.C.C. for JANUARY took place on Wednesday the 13TH at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 29 members attended. The meeting got underway by the reading of the minutes for the December meeting; these were adopted and seconded by Bobby Steele and Albert French respectively. Correspondence included a letter from the Hamilton Club accepting our invitation to visit us on January 27th and asking us to return the visit on the 26th March at Hamilton. There was also a letter from Lanarkshire agreeing to them visiting us on March 24th. Latest news for the hospital patients was that John Wilson was now home and Jim Clark was faced with another 4 weeks in irons yet. It was agreed that the Diner Dance was successful although time seemed to short. 83 tickets had been sold, 6 complimentary tickets had been given away. Cash collected amounted to £78-0-6d of this £5-8-0d had been realised from the raffle. The total cost of the evening had been £78-5-6d, a loss of 5/-. The children’s party had once again been a great success. The Secretary and the members who attended the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. related some of the discussions that had taken place at the meeting.
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It was announced that Jimmy Morton and his clan from Sorn were holding a dance on the 26th February. This being all the business the meeting was then closed.
10/2/65
Attendance Minutes Correspondence Treasurers Report
Sweep Tickets Hamilton Club Trial
The Monthly Business Meeting of the AVON VALLEY M.C.C. took place on February 10th at the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 26 members attended. The meeting commenced with the reading of the minutes, these were adopted by Albert French and seconded by Bobby Steele. Correspondence consisted of a letter from the Bank of Scotland and Fleming Films. All bills to date had been paid and the treasurers report showed the balance to stand at £161-9-10d. Once again however we were reminded that there were still some interest free loans still to be paid and after some discussion it was agreed that these should be paid off as soon as possible. It was agreed that a letter should be sent to each asking them to acknowledge the offer to return it and if they wished, it would be paid, so that this could be cleared up this season. The Chairman mentioned the decline in the sale of sweep tickets and then, the return visit to Hamilton Club for 26th March. Also they had invited members to enter two rallies they were running for cars. A trial was to be held on 28th February at Galston or Stonehouse, the venue to be decided later by the Sporting Committee. This being all the business, the meeting was declared closed by the Chairman.
3/3/65
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
The Monthly Business Meeting for March took place on Wed. the 3rd at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 19 members attended this meeting. Following the reading of the previous business meeting minutes which were adopted and seconded by Burt Steele and Jim McRae, respectively, the correspondence was read. This consisted of a letter from the Manx Lottery committee accompanied by 10 books of tickets and a letter regarding lack of motor cycle marshals at Ingliston Race Meetings. Anyone who thought they would be available were to contact the Secretary. Arising from the correspondence, discussion followed regarding the Manx Lottery; the situation and the backward way S.M.R.C went about obtaining marshals, which resulted in the cancellation of the motor cycle race meeting scheduled for May; and finally, the Secretary asked if he could be authorised to enter 3 Club members in the Scottish 6 Days Trials as an AV Team, as three riders had entered individually and were at present on the reserve list, he thought a team entry would help their chances of being accepted. The expense involved for the Club would be in the region
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Loans Outstanding
Trial Hamilton Club Scottish Rally Championship Ulster Grand Prix Lanarkshire Police
of 30/- it was thought; It was agreed unanimously that they should represent the Club as a team. The Treasurers report followed and the balance appeared quite healthy, standing at £188. Final instalment of the rates was due and amounted to £16-14-10d. John Brown adopted the report and proposed the bills be cleared, Hamish Orr seconded this. A letter had been prepared by the Treasurer to send out to all members past and present, who still had loans outstanding to the Club. This was passed round and the contents approved by all. It was thought a prepaid postcard should accompany each letter for reply to same. The Chairman now made one or two intimations at this point. Mainly that Jim Clark had at last been thrown out of Law Hospital and was now assisting with the domestic chores at home during convalescence. A very successful trial had been held in Darvel area and had been attended by 15 members with machines. On March 26th the return visit to the Hamilton Club was a night to be kept free, so that a large turnout should result. Hamish Orr had attended a meeting at Loch Lomond Club regarding the Scottish Rally Championships, our leg in this Championship would be incorporated in the Presidents Trial on 29th August. th The Ulster G.P. outing would again be run on August 7 , the Secretary agreed to deal once again with bookings. Lanarkshire Police would be making a visit on March 24th, and finally the Sporting and General Committees would compile a Summer Programme for 1965 next week on March 10th. This being all the business the meeting was then closed.
4/5/65
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report
The Business Meeting for May took place on Wed. the 4th, 1965at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 23 members were present. The minutes of the March meeting were read, as no meeting had taken place during April and these were adopted by John Brown and seconded by Jimmy McRae. Correspondence consisted of letters from Burns & Laird Lines Ltd stating party rates available for the outing to the Ulster G.P. on August 7th and Renamel Ltd., regarding Club Badges. The Secretary said that 45 of the original order of 50 had been sold and it was agreed that, should a favourable quotation be received a further 50 should be ordered. The Treasurers report showed that the bank balance and cash in hand amounted to £193-11-6d and the Accident Fund stood at £12-4-0d. No bills were due for payment. The Treasurer intimated that of the 24 members who still had loans overdue to them, amounting to a total of £124-14-8d, had been contacted as decided at a previous business meeting and £26 had been repaid to members while £62-7-0d had been donated to the club. The Chairman thanked these people, some past and some
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Injured list Badge Transfers
present for their kind gesture and it was agreed the Treasurer would thank each by letter. It was intimated by the Chairman that the following Wed. was to be a Tramps Supper at Stonehouse and that the Club had fallen down badly in as much as only one member had attended to Hamilton Clubrooms on the night we had been invited there. It was agreed we should compensate the Hamilton Club for any expense they had gone to on this occasion. A good friend to the Club, John Brownlie, had asked if he could use the Clubs name in silencer transactions between his employers and Club members in order that members may benefit by a 1/3rd discount. Only objection was from Doug. Smith, but the Club decided this was to their advantage and that permission should be given. The Chairman reminded members that two weeks previous some members had accompanied Bobby Richardson to collect his ‘Rider of the Year’ award for 1964. Reminder also about Manx Lottery tickets which the Secretary had in his possession and also some others who had agreed to assist in the sale of these. The commission was to go towards Club funds. This being all the business, the meeting was then closed.
The business meeting which took place on the 2 nd of June 1965 in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop St. Strathaven. 23 members present. The minutes for the May meeting had not been prepared by the Secretary due mainly to time taken up with S.A.C.U. business and it was agreed to postpone the reading till the following meeting. Only correspondence was a gas bill for £1-3-0d. The financial statement followed showing Club funds at £166-19-8d and accident fund at £12-4-0d. The Secretary expressed here that some method of increasing the Accident Fund was desirable and it was agreed at the November 1964 meeting that the position be reviewed before the competitive season got underway. He suggested that 10% be taken from the Club funds immediately and that twice a year 10% should be taken to keep the fund up, but a maximum limit would have to be determined. Following some discussion Doug. Smith moved that this system be adopted and the transfer of funds to take place at March and September, that the maximum should be £40 and at no time should the Club funds (general) be lower than the accident fund. The Secretary reminded members that should the sale of Manx Lottery tickets be completed the Accident Fund would benefit by £13 approx. unless this brought it to more than £40, hence the balance of commission would go to the general fund. Also noted here were that 2 members were on the injured list following competitions, Bobby Steele and Alistair Craig. Club badge transfers had been received and already 30/- worth had been sold at the rate of 9d per transfer.
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Intimation made by the Chairman reminded of a Club Run to Mennock Pass leaving Clubroom at 11am, Putting competition the following Wed. at Hastie Park, Strathaven at 8pm and the S.A.C.U. Inter Club meet at Hillhouse Farm, Linlithgow. Some discussion followed regarding the Presidents Trial and it was agreed anyone entering the Open Rally for points towards the Scottish Rally Championships would be required to pay entry fee of 7/6d. Club members entering only for the President’s Trophy would be asked to pay a lesser amount to offset the cost of food consumed by them at the end of the event at the Clubrooms, suggestion of 2/- per member. The Secretary suggested a method of running the Scramble in August, by admission by programme costing 2/6d and that prize money be paid after the event when all expenses could be totalled and taken from the cash drawn in, The remainder could then be paid in prize money to riders. If we could pay our usual prize money and have a surplus this would be profit to the Club. This method was designed to eliminate the Club suffering any financial loss. And the prize money paid could be proportional to the spectator attendance. This was discussed and agreed upon; mention of prize money was to be omitted from the entry forms sent out. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
4/8/65
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence Treasurers Report
Scramble Presidents Trial
The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place on August 4th at 8pm in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 20 members attended. As there had been no July meeting the minutes to be read were of the June meeting. The minutes of the May meeting were also read as they had not been prepared in time for reading at the June meeting. Reading commenced with the minutes of the May meeting, these were adopted by W. McDonald and seconded by John Brown. Following this the June business meeting minutes were read then adopted and seconded by Jimmy Clark and W. McDonald respectively. There was no correspondence other than that concerning Scrambles organisation, which was not read. The Treasurer then gave a brief account of the financial state of the Club; Income to date being £425, expenditure £330 and the balance £124 approx. The accident fund stood at £28 instead of £12 following the transference of 10% of the Club funds as arranged at a previous meeting. Two riders had still to be paid out £5 each from this fund amount. The Treasurer agreed to send this cash as soon as it was possible for him. The Chairman then reminded members of the work that would require to be done before the Scramble and the need for a good turnout on the day of the event. The Presidents Trial was discussed, particularly the Open Road Rally side of the event, entry forms having been sent out by the organiser Ian Wallace, entry in the open event to be 7/6d; in the Club confined Presidents Trophy entry to be 2/- and all would be entitled to hot pies and tea at the Clubroom when the rally was finished.
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Red Cross Club Rub Open Trial Presidents Trial
Football Sweep
16 members traveling to Belfast for the Ulster G.P. were advised to be at the terminal at 8pm and the Secretary announced that sailing tickets would be issued at the end of the meeting. A grass track meeting confined to Club members was being run the following Wednesday at Stonehouse, early attendance was requested. The Chairman having been in contact with Mr John Brownlie said that silencers could still be obtained from by Club members contacting Mr Brownlie personally, although the concession had ceased to other Clubs by his firm Richard Bainbridge Ltd. Mr Brownlie was also to make available fencing wire, stabs, staples and the necessary tools for erection of the fencing at the Scrambles. This being all the business the meeting was then closed by the Chairman in his usual capable manner.
The Monthly Business Meeting for September 1965 took place on Wed. the 1st of the month at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. 18 members were present. The meeting got underway by the reading of minutes of the August meeting. These being adopted and seconded by Doug. Smith and Hamish Orr respectively. There was no correspondence and as the Treasurer wasn’t present, there was no financial statement. However the Secretary enlightened a few regarding the Scramble following a question, to say that the Club had managed to stay out of the red and had paid out the normal prize money amounting to £49-10/- in all. Cash collected at the gate was approx. £78 and although some other expenses were still to be met, it looked as if it had been a reasonable day financially. The Club were reminded that it was customary to send a donation to the Red Cross and it was suggested and agreed by all to send £3. The Chairman intimated a Club run to St. Mary’s Loch on Sunday 5th and outlined the approx.. programme for the month of October as it was necessary to advance this to the Scottish Clubman to ensure publication. He also reminded those present to pass word round that observers would be required for the Open Trial on October 10th. Regarding the Presidents Trial it was stated that Dave Arlott had won the Presidents Trophy and as no member from another Club had finished, it was decided not to obtain another trophy for open competition, but to award two shields already purchased to the first and second places since after all it had been a leg of the Scottish Rally Championship. A vote of thanks was accorded Ian Wallace and the few who assisted him at the various checkpoints in what had been a very well organised event. Jimmy Clark mentioned the need to make up our minds as to whether there was to be a football sweep run this year and it was agreed to order tickets for the following week. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed.
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Treasurers Report
Brief Resume
Vote of Thanks to Retiring Officials
Election of Office Bearers
The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING for 1964 of the AVON VALLEY M.C.C. took place on Wednesday September 29th at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven at 8pm. 36 members attended. Apologies were made for the President, John Clark, who was unable to attend as he was in hospital having a nasal operation carried out. The minutes of the 1964 A.G.M. were read after the Chairman had welcomed those present and these minutes were adopted by Jimmy Morton and seconded by Jimmy Clark. The Treasurers report followed stating that the Bank Balance to be £109-18-1d, a loss of £29-13-9d over the year, although £34 had been paid out in respect of loan claims, leaving only £12 still to be repaid. The Scramble had shown a profit of 10/while the Dinner Dance had lost 7/-. The Accident Fund was £23-18-0d and was due transference of £11 from the General fund. A copy of the financial report had been circulated amongst the members. Ian Baxter moved adoption of the financial report and Roy Mitchell seconded this motion. The Chairman then gave a brief resume, commenting on some of the achievements of sporting members (for example – the gallant effort of teams entered in the Scottish Six Days Trials and the Manx G.P., the Irish 250cc Championship being won by Denis Gallagher). From some facts supplied by the Secretary he intimated the membership was 77 and that 48 Competition licences, 4 International licences and 1 International Entrants licence had been issued. Members were competing in all branches of the sport including Speedway. For the first time we were to organise an Open Trial of National status – Jimmy Morton and Roy Mitchell being mainly responsible for the organisation of this event. The Football Sweep continued to be the main source of revenue and thanks here was due to Jimmy Clark and also Burton Steele who stood in while Jimmy was in hospital. The many confined to club events had been well run and well supported. The Presidents Trial being well organised by Ian Wallace and thanks was due to him and the few who assisted at check points. At this point in his remarks he thanked all the retiring office bearers for their great assistance in the past year, particularly Adam Brownlie, the Secretary and Andy Hardie, the Treasurer, and reminded members that the next part of the proceedings should be given careful consideration, this being the nominations and election of the new office bearers. Voting was quite close in some cases and all those proposed for the Sporting Committee were elected in order to lighten the burden of organising the various small events throughout the year. Election of new office bearers resulted as follows:President John Clark Chairman Dave Arlott Secretary Adam Brownlie Treasurer Andy Hardie Ass. Secretary Pat Darge Press Secretary Bill Darge
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Hamish Orr James Clark & Burton Steele John O’Donnell Doug. Smith John Brown Ian Baxter Bill McDonald Sporting Committee Ian Wallace Burton Steele James Morton Roy Mitchell Jock Millar Ian Baxter Voting cards were then passed out for members to record their nominations for the Stanyer Trophy and this resulted in a Victory for Denis Gallagher. Other Trophies already decided by competition were as follows:Avon Valley Trophy Jimmy Morton Kittymuir Trophy Bill Edwards (Galloway Club) Loudon Trophy Denis Gallagher Inch Trophy John Mabon Presidents Trophy Dave Arlott It was then intimated by the Chairman that the Dinner Dance would take place on Friday 17th December and a change of venue was envisaged, the cost likely to be around 25/- per person. It was decided at this point that since we were to run an open trial now and award a new Trophy – the John Clark Trophy – to the winner, that in future years the Trophy winners would not get complimentary tickets to the Diner Dance as had been the custom in the past, with the Kittymuir Trophy for Scrambles. Dave Arlott and Ian Baxter had agreed to look after the sale of dance tickets. The Chairman then reminded members of the Open Trial on the 10th October at Loudon Estate and the great need for observers. He concluded his remarks with the usual appeal for money in as much that subscriptions were now due and if paid before the end of the year, would of course cover membership till December 1966. This being the business completed Hamish Orr proposed a vote of thanks to the Chair.
3/11/65
Attendance
The MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd NOVEMER 1965 at 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 15 members were present. The Chairman opened the meeting and brought to the members notice the fact that a Club member, John Wilson, had died on the 28th October – five members had
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 represented the Club at his funeral in Larkhall on Saturday 30th October. A letter expressing sympathy on behalf of the Club had been sent by the Secretary to his brother. Minutes The minutes of the September meeting were read as no meeting had taken place during the month of October. These were adopted and seconded by Burt Steele and Ian Wallace respectively. Correspondence The correspondence read, consisted of letters from; R. Allingham, Secretary to the Exhibition of Arts and Crafts, organised by Strathaven Rotary Club asking the Club if space was desired; from R. S. McColl re the Scrambles litter and donations to the Club; from the S.A.C.U. Secretary re delegates meeting; from R. N. Petrie asking for Club application form; from Tommy Reynolds re the return of the Kittymuir Trophy and dance. Dates Dates had been applied for inscription in list for delegates meeting for Scrambles on the 5th May and 21st August, and Trials on the 17th April and 2nd October. Treasurers Report The Treasurers report followed and this was adopted by Ian Baxter and seconded by Jimmy Clark, £2 being due to Andy Hardie for purchasing a floral tribute to John Wilson’s funeral. Sweep Tickets Members were asked to remind others of their support required for football sweep tickets. Dinner Dance Dinner Dance tickets were mentioned. So far 60 had been booked out of the total 100 available, money being payable to Ian Baxter. Talk It was then intimated that next Wednesday would be a talk by Road Safety Officer Alex Taylor supported by films. Exhibition It was agreed that we would take a stand at the Rotary Club Exhibition. Delegates for S.A.C.U. The two delegates to the S.A.C.U. meeting were to be Burt Steele and Adam Brownlie. TV Scramble The Secretary mentioned a T.V. Scramble ay Carstairs on November 20th and any member wishing to help would be appreciated. Trial A trial was to be run, confined to the Club, at Stonehouse on the 5th December. The Secretary said he would ask the Stephenson Club if they were interested in coming. Trophies The trophies were then mentioned and an appeal was made to holders to return them as soon as possible to enable the jewellers to engrave them in time for the Dinner Dance. This being all the business, the meeting was then declared closed.
1/12/65
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 1ST DECEMBER 1965 at 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 23 members were present. The meeting commenced with the reading of the minutes of the November Meeting. These were adopted and seconded by John Brown and Bobby Steele respectively. The only item of correspondence was a reminder regarding renewal of the licence to enable us to run the football sweep.
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The Treasurers report followed and the Club Funds amounted to £119. Ian Baxter moved adoption of the statement and that any bills due should be paid, this being seconded by Burton Steele. The Chairman then reminded members that we intended having a trial at Stonehouse on the 5th December at 11am. Anyone who could assist in marking sections on Saturday afternoon or early Sunday would be most welcome to call in at Ian Baxters and accompany him to the course. It was then announced that a fine trophy had been donated to the Club by John Clark and was intended for presentation to the Open Trial Winner. Dance tickets were selling very well at 25/- for the Dinner Dance to be held at the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham, on the 17th December. A work party was needed to clean the Clubrooms and put up decorations on Friday, 10th December in preparation for the Children’s Party to be held on Saturday 11 th December. Several members offered their assistance. Members bringing children to the party were asked to provide food and a present valued at 2/6d for each child, suitably marked. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
12/1/66
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Delegates for S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
R.A.C. S.A.C.U.
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 12th JANUARY 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 24 members were present. The minutes of the December Business Meeting were read, after the Chairman had expressed seasonal greetings to those present on behalf of the Club Officials. These were adopted and seconded by Fraser Scott and Bobby Steele respectively. The correspondence was then read and consisted of letters from Allingham & Maillie re property insurance and the S.A.C.U. re increased premiums and cover for events coverage and the A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. The Treasurers report followed and we found the funds to be down £13 from the last statement of account but this was due mainly to the rates having been paid at the end of December; the bank balance now stood at £106 10/8d. There was an account due to the Eglinton Arms of £98 13/- and one of £3 2/6d for property insurance. The Dinner Dance had made a profit of £2 15/5d. John Brown moved adoption of this report and that accounts be paid. Ian Wallace was the seconder. One matter arising from the correspondence was the appointment of delegates to attend the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. 5 members would be able to attend this year as the Secretary still had a further year to complete on the S.A.C.U. Management Committee and would therefore be entitled to attend with the 4 delegates allotted to the Club. Roy Mitchell, Burt Steele, Hamish Orr & Albert French agreed to attend. Those members who offered their services to assist the Hamilton Club with the R.A.C./S.A.C.U. Training Scheme were reminded that the course would be starting
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the following Sunday and it was suggested they get themselves organised in a rota system to ensure two there each Sunday. Members were reminded that tickets for the Sorn Dance on Friday, 25th February at 7:30pm, were available from Pat Darge, price 17/6d. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
2/2/66
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report
S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Beetle Drive
R.A.C. S.A.C.U. Training Scheme Rotary Club Football Sweep
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 2nd FEBRUARY, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 19 members were present. The minutes of the January Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Albert French and Ian Wallace respectively. The correspondence was then read and consisted of a letter accompanied by dance tickets and entry forms for a Trial all held by the Stevenston Club. The Dance on the 11th February and the Trial on the 20th February. The Treasurers report followed and showed the bank balance to be £123 8/-. The Accident Fund stood at £34 18/- & cash in hand at £34 11/3d. This was adopted and seconded by Ian Wallace and Albert French respectively. A brief report on the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. followed by the Secretary and the other delegates who attended. A fact of prime importance was Roy Mitchell’s election to the Management Committee, the Club now having two representatives on this committee. Also at this meeting, Hamish Orr and Albert French had agreed on behalf of the Club, that a meeting take place in our Clubrooms the following Sunday, of the Scottish Rally Championship. This being the 13th February at 2pm. It was then intimated that the following Wednesday was a Beetle Drive as per the Winter Programme, followed a week later by a Film Show and on the 23rd February the Hamilton Club would be our visitors when a slide quiz would be given by Ian Roxburgh of Scottish Youth Hostels. Since participation in the R.A.C. S.A.C.U. training scheme had commenced two members had been present to assist the Hamilton Club each Sunday and it was hoped this system could continue. The Secretary said he was keeping in touch with the local Rotary Club regarding the proposed exhibition of Arts & Crafts scheduled for March. The Chairman mentioned support for the football sweep could be better and we must start thinking about tackling the task of painting the Clubroom soon, before closing the meeting in hi capable manner.
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Treasurers Report
Exhibition of Arts
Hamilton Club Visit Ulster Grand Prix
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 9th MARCH, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 22 members were present. The minutes of the February Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Baxter and Anne Spreckley respectively. The correspondence was then read and consisted of a letter from the S.A.C.U. intimating that permit fees for the coming season amounted to £1 10/-, also a valuation notice regarding rates for the premises. The Treasurers report then followed and it was seen that the balance stood at £155 13/- and £42 was due for trophies and engraving. Ian Baxter moved adoption of the report and Jock Millar seconded this motion. The Chairman then mentioned the Exhibition of Arts, Grafts and Hobbies in the Town Hall, Strathaven, from the 22nd to the 25th March and that the Club had a stand to show some sporting machinery and action photos which had been procured by the Secretary, also that the Club had undertaken to stage a demonstration at 9pm on Wednesday evening. After some discussions it was agreed that Ian Baxter and Alistair Craig would assemble a Greeves scrambler. th Also mentioned was the return visit to the Hamilton Club on Friday 25 March – a large turnout was hoped for. Reference was made to the fact that the Ulster Grand Prix on Saturday 20th August clashed with a Kirkcaldy race meeting and the Sunday after was the Club Scramble. In view of this it was thought that anyone going should make their own arrangements this year rather than by a party booking. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
6/4/66
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Hamilton Club Visit
Loch Lomond Hill Climb
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 6th APRIL, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 19 members were present. The minutes of the March Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Burt Steele and Hamish Orr respectively. The Treasurers report then followed stating the bank balance to be £125 13/- and the only bill due was a £1 10/- fee towards the Rally Championship Committee. Bill McDonald proposed adoption of this report and was seconded by John Brown. The Chairman then mentioned the Club visit to the Hamilton Club as being a very entertaining evening and our club had managed to win the night overall, the games taken part in, The Secretary announced that the Loch Lomond Motor Cycle Club had sent entries for a Hill Climb on the 8th May and the Hamilton Club had a rally on the 15 th April.
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Hamish Orr mentioned that the Rally Entry Fee for this year was to be 7/6d irrespective as to which Club was to run the event, this had been decided at the last meeting of the Rally Championship Committee. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
4/5/66
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Club Scramble Scottish Clubman
Kilmarnock Rally
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 4th MAY, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 24 members were present. The minutes of the April Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Wallace and John Brown respectively. The only correspondence read was a letter from the S.A.C.U. regarding the £1 contribution from each Club to defray costs of printing of the 1966 Fixtures List and intimating that the 1966 Club Meet would be held at Stonehouse this year and the Avon Valley would be responsible for the Scramble and Trial organisation while the Stevenston Club had undertaken the Gymkhana organisation. The Treasurers report then followed showing that the Accident Fund stood at the maximum of £40 and the only debt was the £1 due to the S.A.C.U. Hamish Orr moved adoption of the financial report and this was seconded by Roy Mitchell. It was then intimated that next Wednesday was a closed to club scramble at Stonehouse. The Chairman then mentioned the fact that the Scottish Clubman sales were not being supported and requested once again that members wishing the Scottish Clubman every month should add their names to the list on the notice board. Hamish Orr mentioned the Kilmarnock Rally had been won by Degan of the Loch Lomond Club and the Loch Lomond Club Rally would be on the 5th June. After intimating that the football sweep finished the next week, the Chairman then closed the meeting.
7/9/66
Attendance Minutes
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 7th SEPTEMBER, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 14 members were present. The minutes of the May Business Meeting were read as no meetings had taken place during the months of June, July and August. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Hamish Orr respectively.
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Treasurers Report
Conducted Trial Open Trial Film Show
The only correspondence read was a letter from Bill Yates asking for members to assist the Hamilton Club with the R.A.C/S.A.C.U. Training Scheme starting on Sunday 11th September 1966. The Presidents Trial held the previous Sunday had been thoroughly enjoyed by all participants and the organisers were congratulated on their fine efforts. His event was won by Roy Mitchell with Dougie Smith and Hamish Orr 2nd & 3rd respectively. The Treasurers report followed and showed that the bank balance stood at £139 14/-. The Accident Fund stood at £31 and cash in hand at £31 0/2d making a net total of £170 14/2d. Jimmy Clark moved adoption of this report and was seconded by Dougie Smith. It was intimated that there would be a Conducted Trial on Sunday 11th September, meeting at the Bobbin Café at 10:30am. The Chairman reminded those present to pass word around that observers would be required for the Open Trial on Sunday 2nd October. There was a mention that there would again be a film show once a month and this winter we are hoping for a better selection of films. The Chairman reminded everyone of the Annual General Meeting on the 28th September. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed.
A.G.M. 28/9/66
Attendance
Minutes Treasurers Report
Brief resume
The ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the AVON VALLEY M.C.C. for 1966 took place on WEDNESDAY 28th SEPTEMBER, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. at 8:30pm. 40 members attended. The Chairman, Dave Arlott, commenced the proceedings by welcoming the President, all members present and also the guests who had come along. The minutes of the 1965 A.G.M. were read after the Chairman had welcomed those present and these minutes were adopted by Ian Baxter and seconded by Hamish Orr. The financial report followed given by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie. A copy of this report had been circulated among the members present for their perusal and from it was seen that the bank balance stood at £126 17/8d, a profit of £16 19/7d over the year. An income from the football sweep amounted to £78 10/-, our thanks due here to Jimmy Clark for all his efforts. Subscriptions amounted to £71 10/-, rates, gas, electricity amounted to approximately £65. Also noted was that the Dinner Dance made a profit of £2 16/- and from this statement it also showed that the weekly tea sales had made a profit of £8 3/3d. The Accident fund stood at £31 and would be £40 after tonight following the transfer of 10% from the general fund. John Mabon moved adoption of the financial report and Gilbert Wedgewood seconded this motion. The Chairman then gave a brief resume commenting on some of the achievements of the sporting members over the past year. Denis Gallagher doing very well here and over in Ireland, finishing 11th in the 250cc TT. Bobby Steele finishing 11th in the
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Presidents Trial
Football Sweep
Vote of Thanks
350cc Manx Grand Prix & Burt Steele finishing 26th on his Greeves in the 250cc Manx Grand Prix. Other members doing well are Ronnie Rae and Alex George in the solo classes and Bobby Smith in the sidecar field. In the speedway we have B. Harkins doing very well. From some facts supplied by the Secretary he intimated the membership was 79 and that 48 competition licences, three international licences and one international entrant licence had been issued. After the Annual General Meeting last year we were due to organise our first ever Open Trial and thanks are due here to Jimmy Morton, Roy Mitchell and John Mabon in the way this was organised and run. Everyone was delighted with it and as we all know are organising a similar event on Sunday 2nd October. We are looking for as many observers as we can get. The annual Dinner Dance at the Eglinton Arms which proved to be a very successful night but possibly too successful for some people and as you heard, we actually made a profit so everyone was very pleased. This year the Dinner Dance will again be held at this venue on Friday 16 th December, but our usual band is unable to play this year so we are looking for another band as cheap as possible. The Rotary Exhibition in the Town Hall Strathaven, in March, where we had a stand to show some sporting machinery and action photos which had been procured by the Secretary and that the Club had undertaken to stage a demonstration at 9pm on the Wednesday evening, went down very well. We have tw representatives on the governing body of the sport in Edinburgh, namely Adam Brownlie and Roy Mitchell who give up a lot of their time at weekends to steward at most meetings, so our thanks to them. Stonehouse this year. We offered our Scrambles course at Stonehouse since they couldn’t have Fintry but it was a fiasco. The Stevenston Club helped in organising the Gymkhana. It rained heavily all day which didn’t help matters. It will probably be the last Inter Club meeting in the opinion of a lot of people. Unfortunately we had to cancel our Scramble which was to have been held in August, as there were so many other events on and numerous Club members were away on holiday. The Presidents Trial held in September when we had doubts whether it would be acceptable to some of the members of other clubs but as it transpired everyone had a reasonable day and the weather was very kind for a change. Our thanks are due here to Dave Arlott in the organisation of this trial and to the few who assisted at the check points. Jimmy Clark last year succeeded in extracting £78. At least as you probably know we must pay back a certain percentage and the running costs of printing the sweep tickets. The football sweep is what is keeping the Club alive and so we are continuing it again this year. At this point in his remarks the Chairman thanked all the retiring office bearers for their great assistance in the past year particularly Adam Brownlie the Secretary and Andy Hardie the Treasurer.
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He then reminded members that the next part of the proceedings should be given careful consideration this being the nominations and elections of new office bearers. The election of the New Office Bearers duly took place in the customary order and resulted as follows:President John Clark Chairman Dave Arlott Secretary Adam Brownlie Treasurer Andy Hardie Ass. Secretary Pat Darge Press Secretary Hamish Orr Club Captain Hamish Orr Sweep Organiser James Clark Film Bookings Gilbert Wedgewood General Committee Doug. Smith Mike Stephenson Anne Spreckley Burt Steele Sporting Committee James D Morton Roy Mitchell Ian Baxter Bill McDonald John Mabon Ian Wallace The Club had been formed since 1949 and the Chairman intimated the Clubs wish to increase the honoraria paid to the Secretary and Treasurer for their year’s work but they both turned it down so it stays at £5. Voting cards were then passed out for members to record their nominations for the Stanyer Trophy and this resulted in a victory for Denis Gallagher. Other trophies decided by competition were as follows:Avon Valley Trophy Jimmy Morton Kittymuir Trophy (Not competed for this year) Loudon Trophy Denis Gallagher John Clark Trophy Trevor hay Inch Trophy Burt Steele Presidents Trophy Roy Mitchell Membership renewal notice for the Scottish Film Library. Letter from J.C. Degan, Loch Lomond Motor Cycle Club inviting two representatives from the Club to the Opening of their new clubrooms on Saturday 2nd October 1966. Adam Brownlie and Pat Darge were nominated to go. The Avon Valley Cup. Burt Steele proposed that only one of each type of event that was Confined to Club members should count towards this trophy, there being 6 types of event. Doug. Smith proposed that this be amended so that a competitors six
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best results should be taken, one result from each type of event. Following these proposals some general discussion took place which resulted as follows:A members best six results over the years activities would count, one from each type of event, the types being; Scramble, Trial, Grass track, Hill climb, Gymkhana, & Treasure hunt. Also each member competing or acting in an organising capacity would be entitled to one point for participating in each event to add to a total at the end of the season. This total would also have the members six best place points included, should he have gained place points throughout the season. Anyone holding a Trophy was requested to return it to the Club for engraving. Donation to the Red Cross. It had been arranged by the Secretary for them to come to the Scramble but it was cancelled and it was thought that the customary donation be sent £3 being the amount agreed upon. The Chairman concluded his remarks with the usual appeal or money in as much as subscriptions were now due and if paid before the end of the year would of course cover membership till December 1967. This being all the business, the Chairman thanked all members who had attended and declared the meeting closed.
5/10/66
Attendance Minutes Correspondence Trial Dates Annual Dinner Dance
Trial
TT Quiz Films
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 5th OCTOBER 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 20 members were present. The minutes of the September Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by John Brown and Mike Stephenson respectively. There was no correspondence and no accounts to be read and the balances read the same as last week at the Annual General Meeting. The Club propose applying for the Open Trial to be of Championship Status on the 8th October 1967. Unfortunately Bill Moffat and his band aren’t available for the Annual Dinner Dance on Friday 16th December 1966. We have had the offer of three bands & it has been decided to accept John Clark’s friend who has a quartet with vocalist. They would also like to play at the Children’s Party on the Saturday prior to the dance. The Trial last Sunday was very successful. Everyone turned up bar one person who had to work at the last minute. Results:- 1st Trevor Hay Edinburgh Southern 2nd J. McNamara Edinburgh Southern 3rd N. Edgar Edinburgh Southern Next week a T.T. Quiz run by Pat Darge. We are also very pleased to announce that Gilbert Wedgwood has managed to get films for the Film Show on Wednesday 19th October.
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The week after is a Movie Show and anyone with cine film of any of the motorcycle meetings are requested to bring them along. Sweep tickets start again next week. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
9/11/66
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Trials & Scrambles Dates Trophies Dance Tickets
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 9th NOVEMBER 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 20 members were present. The minutes of the October Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Hamish Orr and Bill McDonald respectively. The Treasurers report followed and showed that the bank balance stood at £173 12/6d. The Accident Fund stood at the maximum of £40 and cash in hand at £15 9/9d. An Account for electricity still to be paid which amounted to £12 for the period January 1966 to October 1966. Douglas Smith moved adoption that this account be paid & this was seconded by Roy Mitchell. Letter from S.A.C.U. Secretary advising arrangements for the Annual Delegates Meeting on Sunday 13th November at the Grosvenor Hotel, Edinburgh at 2pm. Roy Mitchell and Adam Brownlie will be there as management committee members. The Trial date has been settled for the 8th October & the Scrambles should be on the 23rd April and the 1st October 1967. All the cups are back for engraving apart from the Kittymuir Trophy which Willie Edwards holds. Dance tickets are selling very quickly and over 80 have been booked, out of a possible 100. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
7/12/66
Attendance Minutes Correspondence Treasurers Report
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 7th DECEMBER 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 20 members were present. The minutes of the November Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Mike Stevenston and Hamish Orr respectively. Letter from S.A.C.U. Secretary regarding insurance for sporting events for the past season. The Treasurers report followed and showed the bank balance to be £142 2/3d and the Accident Fund still stood at £40. One account of 7/- for gas. John Brown moved adoption that this account should be paid and this was seconded by Bill McDonald.
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A work party was needed to clean the Clubrooms and put up the Christmas decorations on Friday 9th December in preparation for the Children’s Party to be held on Saturday 10th December 1966. Several members offered their assistance. We try and run this party on a non-profit bases and members bringing children t the party are asked to food and a present valued at 2/6d for each child, suitably marked. It starts at 2:30pm. The Annual Dinner Dance on Friday 16th December 1966, at the Eglinton Arms at 7:30pm. Tickets are sold out apart from four. Jimmy Clark would be delighted if anyone else could take 2/6d worth a week of tickets. Ian Hamilton is in Stonehouse Hospital with a broken leg after his accident with a cow on the way to the Club one Wednesday night. A basket of fruit has been sent to him from the Club. Before we go ahead we will require to put it before the S.A.C.U. for their inspection. It is at Toadcastle Farm near the Strathaven/Darvel main road. Club members wishing to see the course, to meet and see it on either Saturday 17th or Sunday 18th December 1966. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
1/2/67
Attendance Minutes
Matters Arising
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 1st FEBRUARY 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 30 members were present. The minutes of the December Business Meeting were read as no meeting had taken place during the month of January. These were adopted and seconded by Mike Stevenston and Hamish Orr respectively. Matters arising from the minutes. We did in fact hold a very successful Children’s Christmas Party. This was followed as always with our Annual Dinner Dance which this year resulted in a small profit. The raffle did very well indeed. The evening was voted by most people to have been a very successful night. We did have an offer from someone to pay the band which was declined since a profit was realised. The band was very good and kept us going all night, playing for an additional hour to end an enjoyable evening. The Dinner Dance account was received and paid to the Eglinton Arms and we have made a provisional booking again for December 15th 1967. Letters from S.A.C.U. Competition licences have been increased to 10/- for 1967. The hand books should be ready for distribution within the next couple of weeks. At the Annual General Meeting on the 15th January, Roy Mitchell and Adam Brownlie were re-elected to the management committee. Letter dated 23rd January regarding Permit Fees for 1967 amounting to £2 10/- for our Club. The Treasurers report followed and showed the bank balance to be £127 1/2d compared with Decembers £142 2/3d this being approx.. £15 less. The Accident
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Trial Avon Valley Cup
Sorn Dance
Hangover Supper & Dance Decorating Clubrooms
Scottish Rally Championship Oil
Fund still stood at £40. Outstanding accounts for engraving and supplying cups amounted to £29 5/3d. A bill for £3 2/6d to be paid as our share for the premium for Fire Insurance for this building. The rates fell due at the end of December amounting to £47 15/2d. These were paid since there was no business meeting in January. Also £2 10/- paid for Permit Fees. Roy Mitchell moved adoption of this report and that all accounts be paid. John Brown was the seconder. Following a report by the Secretary the main talking point was the reason for raising the Competition Licence from 5/- to 10/-. This was due to lack of S.A.C.U. Funds and rising costs in administration. Remembering a licence in England costs £1. On Sunday 5th February, a closed to club Trial would be held at Todcastle Farm combining a work party up at the new Scrambles course to put in stabs. Discussion about the rules for the Avon Valley Cup. Jimmy Clark would be keeping a note of all the results of all the meetings and put them up on the sheet which is in the Clubrooms. Members were reminded that tickets for the Sorn Dance on Friday 24 th February at 7:30pm were available from Pat Darge, price 17/6d. So far 30 tickets had been sold to Club members. The Stephenson Club are holding their ‘Hangover’ Supper & Dance on Friday 10 th February from 7:30pm to 1am in the Hotel Kilmeny, Ardrossan. Tickets cost 10/6d and are available from Jimmy Morton. Discussion about painting Clubrooms again. A professional painter would probably charge about £180. Advice on the colour scheme being the main thing. Jimmy Clark will see someone about deciding on what is required. No doubt we will manage to get the paint at cost price. The A.G.M. of the Scottish Rally Championship Committee is to take place at the Loch Lomond Clubrooms on the 12th February at 2:30pm. Hamish Orr agreed to attend. A firm in Stevenston can supply us with oil £3 6/10d for 5 gallons. The Stevenston Club have used it for over two years. A few members were interested in it. A vote decided if anyone interested they should contact the Stevenston Club. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
1/3/67
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence Treasurers Report
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 1st MARCH 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 20 members were present. The minutes of the February Business Meeting were read as no meeting had taken place during the month of January. These were adopted and seconded by John Brown and Mike Stevenston respectively. There was no correspondence this month. The Treasurers report followed and showed the bank balance to be £96 12/6d compared with February’s of £127 1/2d this being approximately £31 less due to the
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 accounts for the engraving of £29 5/3d and Fire insurance of £3 2/6d having been paid. One bill for gas of 12/2d to be paid. The Accident Fund still stood at £40. Ian Baxter moved adoption of this report & this was seconded by Mike Stephenson. Matters Arising Referring to the minutes of the last business meeting, Hamish Orr has since attended the Annual General Meeting of the Scottish Road Rally Championship Committee & briefly advised what took place. Chairman now Hamish Orr. It has been agreed tp go on with the Road Rally Championship but it has been decided to limit the number of entries to 12 in any one event in order that we stay within the law & also agree that no member of the organising Club could get any points towards the Championship. There must be five outside entries otherwise the Rally would be cancelled. Also decided that only the first twelve will be accepted from other clubs & if you are taking part in this rally you must finish in the first five to gain a first or second place the system for awarding points is 8, 5, 3, 2 & 1; the next meeting is on the 9th April in the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Clubrooms. Two members are now allowed on the Rally Committee, Hamish Orr and John Miller. £1 has been paid towards the Rally Championship. Scottish Road Rally The presentation of the Scottish Road Rally Championship Trophy will be made to P. Championship Trophy Dalton who was the outright winner last year, at our Clubrooms on the 22nd March when we are holding a Film Show showing the building of the Loch Lomond Clubrooms. The Stephenson & Kilmarnock Clubs have also been invited. Sorn Dance The Sorn Dance held last Friday was a marvellous night and very well run. Scramble Course The new Scrambles course at Todcastle Farm. At this new course we will require to fence off more than we did at Stonehouse. The Secretary, Adam Brownlie, knows a source where we can obtain rope at a fairly cheap price. A quotation of £15 - £18 for 2000 yards had been received. Sixty stabs had already been obtained free and another source was being tried for a further 50 or 60. Gents toilets would require to be constructed and Ian Baxter volunteered to do this with Dave Arlott’s assistance. Jock Miller said he thought he could get a van that would be suitable for lap scoring. Catering It had been suggested that we attempt the catering facilities provided at the Scramble ourselves and this was agreed in the hope that some extra profit could be made. This was also necessary as R.S. McColl had withdrawn their outside services and John Brownlie was unable to assist on this occasion. It was appreciated that some £20 odds would need to be spent in order to get this new course organised so that we could make a reasonable effort to attract the public. Prize Money Prize money would again be determined after expenses had been cleared. The course had been suggested as one of five suitable for a television Scramble as the B.B.C. were interested in televising an event in the Grandstand series this spring, from Scotland. Advertising It was suggested we advertise on Radio Scotland but this was reckoned to be rather expensive and that we would concentrate advertising on car window stickers, posters, motor cycle and local press. Trial It was then intimated that there would be a trial at Stonehouse on Sunday 5th March at 11am. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
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Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 5th APRIL 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 26 members were present. The minutes of the March Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Burt Steele and Mike Stevenston respectively. A letter from Ross Motors extending an open invitation to all members of our Club to their Annual Film Show on the 4th, 6th, 7th, & 8th April at their premises at 240-260 North Woodside Road, Glasgow, N.W. from 7pm – 10pm tea and biscuits will be served. rd Also a lot of correspondence about the Scramble on the 23 April 1967. The Treasurers report followed and showed the bank balance to be £112 14/8d compared with last months of £96 12/6d this being approximately £12 more. Two accounts received, one for £1 13/- for sausage rolls & cakes for the evening last month when the Stephenson and Kilmarnock Clubs paid us a visit & this has been paid. Also electricity bill for £18 2/6d. Dougie Smith moved adoption of this report & this was seconded by Bobby Richardson. A discussion then followed about the Scramble on the 23rd April. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
3/5/67
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Savings Bank Ian Hamilton
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd MAY 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 22 members were present. The minutes of the April Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Baxter and Jock Millar respectively. All the correspondence about the Scramble. Only one account for electricity for the month 4th March to the 7th April. Mike Stephenson moved adoption that this account should be paid and this was seconded by Hamish Orr. No Financial Report as the Treasurer is still awaiting outstanding accounts from the Scramble. Last month’s balance was £112 14/8d and an estimate of the balance after inclusion of the Scrambles profit would probably be approximately £204. Total entry and gate money at the Scramble amounted to £230 9/10d Expenditure estimated to be £146 17/1d. A profit of £83 12/9d. The only bill left to pay is the Printers Bill for stickers and Programmes. On the catering we made £15 8/11d profit making nearly a £100 profit on the Scramble. It has been agreed to transfer the Clubs account from the Glasgow Savings Bank to the Royal Bank of Scotland. Proposed by Adam Brownlie & seconded by Hamish Orr. A warm welcome was extended to Ian Hamilton on his return from a long spell in hospital.
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A vote of thanks was extended to Albert Higgins for presenting the Club with an electric water heater. A prolonged discussion then took place regarding possible improvements that could be made prior to our next Scramble in October. An expression of thanks was given to all Club members & friends who worked so hard to make the Scramble such a success. Jimmy Clark considered that Adam Brownlie deserved a special mention for the enormous amount of work which he personally had done towards the organisation of the Scramble. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed.
7/6/67 THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 7th JUNE 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. Attendance 24 members were present. Minutes The minutes of the May Business Meeting were read. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Roy Mitchell respectively. rd Correspondence A postal order for 15/- was received from G. Shanks being his entry fee for the 23 April. A letter was also received from the Red Cross Society thanking us for our donation. There was also a letter from Arnott Moffat regarding the Course Safety Recommendations with which he enclosed cards detailing the aforementioned recommendations. Treasurers Report The Treasurers report followed with a gas bill for 3/6d. Ian Baxter moved adoption that this account be paid and this was seconded by Mike Stephenson. The Treasurer was unable to submit a current statement due to pressure of work. He did however mention that there was one outstanding bill for printing of the Scramble programmes etc. Football Sweep A vote of thanks was extended to Jimmy Clark for the running of the football sweep which was still our best source of income. Scottish Clubman The Scottish Clubman invited Hamish Orr to do a report on the T.T. and he is quite prepared to do this report. In order to carry out this report he will receive course passes. At the moment Hamish is over in the Isle of Man for practice week. Putting Competition It was drawn to our attention that there would be a Putting Competition in Hastie Park, Strathaven, next Wednesday. Ulster Grand Prix The Club intended making a trip to the Ulster Grand Prix on Friday 18th August. Those interested should put their names on the sheet which is pinned up on the notice board stating reservations required. Selling It was suggested that another board should be put up for the information of those wishing to buy or sell motor cycle goods. Photographs Photographs taken at the Scramble have been donated to the Club & the Club very much appreciates such a gesture. Painting It was also suggested that an attempt should be made to paint the outside windows this summer.
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A further work party will be required at the Scrambles course before the next scramble. A closed to club Trial was held at Stonehouse last month. Much of the organisation was in the capable hands of David Mansergh who eventually won this event with Adam Brownlie second and Gilbert Wedgewood third. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
A.G.M 27/9/67
Attendance
Minutes Treasurers Report
Football Sweep Subscriptions Dinner Dance Scramble Accident Fund Fees
Correspondence
Brief Resume
Scottish Rally
THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING for 1967, of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 27th SEPTEMBER, 1966 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. at 8:30pm. 40 members were present on this occasion. The Chairman, Dave Arlott, commenced the proceedings welcoming everyone once again to the Club which is entering its 19th year since it was founded in 1949. Apologies were made for the President John Clark who has been in the Victoria infirmary again. The minutes of the 1966 Annual General Meeting were then read and these were adopted by Ian Baxter and seconded by Jimmy Clark. The financial report followed given by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie. A copy of this report had been circulated among the members present for their perusal and from it was seen that the bank balance stood at £222 2/8d, a profit of £95 5/- over the year. An income from the football sweep amounted to £68 13/3d and our thanks are due here to Jimmy Clark for all his efforts. Subscriptions amounted to £78. Rates, gas, electricity amounted to approximately £85 11/-. Also noted was that the Dinner Dance made a profit of £5 17/6d and from the statement it also showed that the weekly tea sales had made a profit of £16 9/4d. Also a profit of £89 6/5d was made at the Scramble held in April. The Accident fund stood at £28 and would be made up to £40 following the transfer of £12 from the General account. This year the Honoraria fees amounted to £15 divided equally among the Secretary, Adam Brownlie, the Treasurer, Andy Hardie and the Football Sweep Convenor, Jimmy Clark. Roy Mitchell moved adoption of the financial Report & Denis Gallagher seconded this motion. All the correspondence to do with the Scramble apart from a letter from the S.A.C.U. about application for dates for the 1968 Championships. This matter will be discussed later. The Chairman then gave a brief resume of the past year commenting on the Club membership which stands at 78, 51 of which hold competition licences. There were 4 international riders’ licences and 1 international entrants licence. Prominent names in this category were Bobby Steele and Denis Gallagher. The Club was represented in the Scottish Rally Championship by Hamish Orr. However the Rally Championship seems to have died out this year as none of the four legs have been run to date.
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Vote of Thanks to Retiring Officials
Voting for Trophy
Scramble
The Football sweep continued to be a fruitful source of income during the past year and our thanks are again given to Jimmy Clark. Improvements in Club facilities were made by Albert Higgins who installed a water heater, sink and cooker which was supplied by Ian Baxter. At this point in his remarks the Chairman thanked all the retiring Office Bearers for their great assistance in the past year particularly Adam Brownlie the Secretary and Andy Hardie, the Treasurer. He then reminded members that the next part of the procedure should be given careful consideration, this being the nominations and elections of the new Office Bearers. The election of the new Office Bearers duly took place in the customary order and resulted as follows:President John Clark Chairman Hamish Orr Secretary Pat Darge Treasurer Andy Hardie Ass. Secretary Burton Steele Press Secretary Hamish Orr Club Captain Roy Mitchell Sweep Organiser James Clark Sweep Org. Asst. Mike Stephenson Film Bookings Gilbert Wedgewood & Ian Hamilton General Committee Adam Brownlie Albert Higgins Bill McDonald Ian Lang Sporting Committee John Miller Ian Hamilton Mike Stephenson Phil Britton Ken Stewart Bobby Steele Voting cards were then passed out for members to record their nominations for the STANYER TROPHY and this resulted in a victory for Bobby Steele. Other Trophies already decided by competition were as follows:Avon Valley Trophy Jimmy Morton Kittymuir Trophy Jimmy McRae Loudon Trophy Jimmy McRae John Clark Trophy Derek G. Edgar Inch Trophy Ken Stewart Presidents Trophy Ian Hamilton The new Office Bearers then took their places for the following business; The first item for discussion was the coming Scramble at Todcastle Farm, on the 1 st October. A work party was urgently required to help with the fixing of ropes etc., so ‘volunteers’ were called for.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Championship Dates The matter of the following years fixture list was mentioned at this point. It was decided to re-apply for a similar date for our trial finally deciding on the 13th October 1968. The matter of a Championship Scramble was discussed. In view of the farmers attitude over the lack of drains being dug the future of Todcastle Farm as a Scrambles course was in doubt, so to run a Scramble of Championship status was unwise. Annual Dinner The Annual Dinner Dance was the next point raised, which is being held again at the Dance Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham. A date had been fixed for Friday 15th December. Hamish Orr had made enquiries into cost and was informed that the cost per head would be 19/-. It was then decided that the cost per ticket would remain un altered at 25/-. Adam Brownlie was asked to try to hire the same band as last year and Jimmy Clark was to look after the printing of the tickets. Engraving The Club Chairman mentioned that all Club trophies should be returned to allow time for engraving. It was pointed out by Adam Brownlie that the cost of engraving and providing replicas was going up each year and suggested that smaller replicas should be provided. Painting Clubrooms The matter of painting the Clubrooms was again raised and Adam Brownlie promised to look into the cost of supplying paint. Club Rules The next point was raised by Roy Mitchell who proposed that the Club rules should be altered to allow those competing in cars in any Club event be it a rally or a treasure hunt, except the Presidents Trial, to be able to gain points towards the Avon Valley Trophy. This proposal was seconded by Jock Millar. It was pointed out by the Assistant Secretary, Burton Steele, that this rule was introduced to try and encourage motor cyclists in a Motor Cycle Club. However there being no counter proposal, the motion was carried. Presidents Trial It was proposed that the Presidents Trial, postponed through lack of support, should be run on the 29th October and incorporates the final leg of the Scottish Rally Championship, regulations to be sent to the three other Clubs interested. This being all the business the meeting was brought to a close.
11/10/67
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report Correspondence
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 11th OCTOBER 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 22 members were present. The minutes of the June Business Meeting were read as no meetings had taken place during the months of July, August and September. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Baxter and Dave Arlott respectively. There was no Financial Report as the Treasurer is busy dealing with money coming in and going out for the Scramble. A bill for £2 for advertising the Scramble in the East Kilbride News was received. Bill McDonald moved adoption that this bill be paid and this was seconded by Ian Lang.
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Building Cupboards
Correspondence received was a letter from Mr A Marshall – a competitor in our Scramble on the 1st October – lodging a protest about the result of the Non Prize Winners race in which he claimed that he himself had won the event and not James Gormley. The official Lap Scorer, Andy Hardie, checked through his notes and observed that Mr Marshall completed only three of the four laps. However, Dave Arlott kept an unofficial lap chart in which he made Mr Marshall indeed the winner, having completed all the four laps. In view of this it was decided to send Mr Marshall £2 from the Club Funds, this sum being equal to the sum paid to the winner. The result however would remain unchanged. It was noticed that a lockable cupboard was built under the stairs by two Club members, Roy Mitchell & Burton Steele, for keeping our sellable food stuffs. The question of building a kitchen was raised. The general feeling of the meeting being that a counter was all that was required. The Assistant Secretary, Burton Steele, agreed to obtain a rough estimate of the material required. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
8/11/67
Attendance Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report Delegates Meeting
Football Sweep Annual Dinner Dance Film Show Engraving Trophies Scrambles Course
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 8th NOVEMBER 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 24 members were present. There were no minutes available but they will be read at the next meeting. A letter from the British Red Cross Society was received thanking us for our donation of £3 3/-. An account from the Gas Board for 10/4d was received. Adam Brownlie moved adoption of that this account should be paid and this was seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. There was no Financial Report available. The Annual delegates meeting will take place on Sunday 12th November, at the Grosvenor Hotel, Edinburgh, and two representatives from the Club will require to attend. Mention was made about new members obtaining sweep tickets from Jimmy Clark. It was mentioned that tickets for the Annual Dinner Dance on the 15th December were now available from Pat Darge; cost 25/-. The following week there will be a film show showing the following films:- Stable Door; Powered flight; The Belgium Grand Prix & the Nurburgring. The Chairman mentioned that the trophies should be returned to himself as soon as possible to enable the trophies to be engraved in time for the Dinner Dance. The Club agreed to hire Bobby Craig to dig the drains with his digger at Todcastle Farm. The cost being 20/- per hour. The motion was proposed by Adam Brownlie and seconded by Dave Arlott. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
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Attendance Minutes Correspondence Treasurers Report
Dinner & Dance
Children’s Party
Scrambles Course
Painting Scottish Clubman and Sweep tickets
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 6th DECEMBER 1967 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 30 members were present. The minutes of the October and November Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Bill McDonald and John Brown respectively. A letter was received from a Mr R. Thomson asking to become a member of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club. A reply was sent back accordingly.. The Treasurers report followed & showed the Club Funds to stand at £273 17/1d plus £35 in the Accident Fund, which is the highest sum the Club has ever been at. One account outstanding of £1 for gaming licence. This was adopted by Albert French and seconded by Doug. Annan. Dinner and Dance tickets selling very quickly and we are now extending it to 110 tickets which is the limit. Last year’s winners of the open trophies had to pay for their dinner dance tickets. However this year, the Club being financially sound it was proposed that those winners, namely D. G. Edgar and Jimmy McRae should be allowed complimentary tickets. This was proposed by Bobby Steele and seconded by James Gormley. A work party was required to clean the Clubrooms & put up Christmas decorations on Friday 8th December in preparation for the Children’s Party to be held on Saturday 9th December. Several members offered their assistance. Members bringing children to the party were asked to provide food and a present valued at around 3/- for each child, suitably marked with his or her name on it. We understand we have lost the Scrambles Course but have applied for two dates for 1968. Jimmy McRae informed us that he might manage to get us a Scrambles Course at Lesmahagow. If we can make a course out of it the farmer will let us have it. Several volunteers came forward with their services to paint the Clubrooms. It was left to several members to get estimates for paint. Once again Club members were reminded about buying the Scottish Clubman & also football sweep tickets. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed.
10/1/68
Attendance Minutes
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 10th JANUARY 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 30 members were present. The minutes of the December Business Meetings were read after the acting Chairman, Dave Arlott, had expressed seasonal greetings to those present on behalf of the Club officials. These were adopted and seconded by Doug. Annan and Albert French respectively.
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S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Fire Insurance Scottish Clubman Treasurers Report Dinner & Dance
Children’s Party
Painting
Film Show
A receipt for £1 against the Gaming Act was received. A letter was read from Derek Edgar thanking us for our kind invitation to our Annual Dinner & Dance but he was sorry he couldn’t attend because of another engagement. A communication from the Scottish Auto Cycle Union requesting four delegates to attend the A.G.M. in Edinburgh on Sunday 21st January at 2pm. Our four delegates are Burt Steele, Hamish Orr, Roy Mitchell and Jimmy Morton. Also mentioned was permit fees for our Club amounting to £3. Bill McDonald seconded by Ian Baxter moved this account to be paid. Because of a change in tenant the insurance company (Eagle Star) have sent us a new proposal form which has duly been returned. A letter from Fred Petty (Scottish Clubman) informed us that we now have 3/8 th page advert insertion to our credit. No statement prepared but the Treasurer considers that the funds remain un altered at around £270. The Dinner Dance which was a great success incurred a deficit of £1 5/-. Jimmy Clark mentioned that John Brownlie had expressed his regret at not being invited to the Dinner & Dance & had apologised on our behalf. The children’s party held at the beginning of December was a great success with a work party on the night before consisting of a lot of young members which we were delighted to see. A work party for painting the Clubrooms was arranged for the coming weekend. Andy Hardie arranged to purchase three gallons of white emulsion for the roof, also brushes and rollers. The final colour scheme would be decided by the work party at the weekend. There would be a film show next week. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
7/2/68
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence Sorn Dance
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 7th FEBRUARY 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 20 members were present. The minutes of the January Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Adam Brownlie and Ian Lang respectively. The Treasurers report was then read by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie, who announced that the Club funds now stood at £283. The report was adopted by Fraser Scott and seconded by Doug. Annan. No correspondence had been received. The Secretary, Pat Darge, sent her apologies for not being present but wished it to be known that she still had six dance tickets left for the Sorn Dance on Friday 23rd February and those wishing tickets should contact the Assistant Secretary, Burton Steele.
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Flooring
Roof
The question of the proposed course at Lesmahagow was no longer available. Jock Millar announced that he had been negotiating a Scrambles course along the Strathaven/Darvel road near Loudon Hill. One disadvantage however with this course was that the car park and course would be on opposite sides of the main road. Another possibility would be Alexanders Quarry near Preistland. It was decided if no progress had been made in the next two weeks towards a scrambles course, the first scramble should be cancelled. A proposal that the fee to the farmer for the use of his land to hold a scramble should be increased from £5 to a guarantee of £10 with a possibility of more than £10 should the gate mind it. This was proposed by Jimmy McRae and seconded by Fraser Scott. Following the painting of the Clubroom walls and roof it was felt that our attention should be turned towards improvements to the floor. It was decided that quotations should be sought for some form of floor covering. Because of the uneven nature of the floor it was felt that tiles would not be very satisfactory. It was felt therefore, that some form of screeding would probably be the best. Adam Brownlie mentioned that a grant from the Education Authority could be obtained towards half the improvements to buildings used for further education purposes. All that was known about such a grant was that it would only be made for improvements and not maintenance to property and the minimum was £100 each share. The management committee agreed to look further into this possibility. Following an unusual breezy night, damage to our roof had been incurred resulting in a fairly serious leak. A proposal that the downstairs tenant Foster, should be contacted to look into this matter was proposed by Adam Brownlie and seconded by Ian Lang. This seemed a particularly happy solution since Foster was in the building trade and was responsible for a 2/3rd share in the property anyway. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
6/3/68
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence Scramble
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 6th MARCH 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 24 members were present. The minutes of the February Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Doug. Annan and Gilbert Wedgewood respectively. The Treasurers report followed and showed the balance to be £250 14/10d. The rates have been paid. A bill for £3 4/- from Foster Brothers for repairing the roof had been paid & the only bill outstanding was for the engraving of cups and trophies which has still to be received. This report was adopted by John Brown and seconded by Adam Brownlie. A letter from Bill Yates of the Hamilton Club inviting us to their Club on Friday 15 th March. A large turnout was hoped for. A lot of work has still to be done for the Scramble on Sunday 21st April. The stabs will need to be lifted from previous scrambles course at Todcastle Farm, to Lochgate
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Catering Police Advertising Posters & Window Stickers
Ambulance Floor Trial
Farm, Drumclog, Strathaven. Also burn has to be piped, two 12 ft lengths. Work party most Sundays will be required. One this Sunday to get it started and transport to pick up the stabs. Roughly eight volunteers for 1 o’clock. Albert Higgins & Burt Steele offered their services for this job. Dave Arlott said he would get in touch with the police for between 12 & 5pm The printing of programmes, Jimmy Clark will see to it. Posters and window stickers will be given to a firm in Strathaven & Jock Millar is going to deal with this. Big road signs to be put up as soon as possible. Andy Hardie, Adam Brownlie, & Albert Higgins are going to arrange to put adverts in all the local papers. We will try to arrange for a van, preferably a Bedford. Hamish Orr has been given a quotation for screeding the floor at £42 10/-. Decided to go ahead after a Committee meeting last week. The closed to Club Trial on Sunday 24th March has been cancelled as it coincides with the Loch Lomond Trial. We will fix another date once the fixture lists come out. That being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
3/4/68
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Hamilton Club visit
Scramble
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd APRIL 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 26 members were present. The minutes of the March Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Lang and Gilbert Wedgewood respectively. No Treasurers report prepared but the Accident Fund has £35 in it. A bill of £26 13/6d for the engraving of trophies is now at hand. This was adopted by John Brown and seconded by Adam Brownlie. Letter from S.A.C.U. dealing with handbook and fixture lists. The delay in getting the handbooks out this year, they say has been caused by Clubs not sending in their fixtures. There was also a paragraph about advertising on helmets, clothing and machines. Our visit to the Hamilton Club, on Friday 15th March, when we sent along ten members was another successful evening. Walter Brown of the Hamilton Club had organized a very unusual quiz and as usual, the Avon Valley Club members won, after a very exciting quiz. We have four entries so far for our Scramble on Sunday 21st April, and we have had twelve letters for entry forms. There is still a lot of work to be done to the Scrambles course & we have only two weeks left. There will be a work party on Sunday and Fraser Scott will collect names for Sunday & we want as many people there as possible. Advertising is well in order & the catering will be seen to. The programmes as usual will be done at the last minute. Car park signs have still to be done.
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Litter in the Clubrooms is terrible and we ask everyone to put their litter in the boxes supplied. A new billiard table is wanted as cheap as possible. If anyone hears of one to let the Committee know & we will see what can be done. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
1/5/68
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Scramble
Floor
Membership
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 1st MAY 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 36 members were present. The minutes of the April Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ron Sabey respectively. The Treasurers report then followed, given by Andy Hardie, the Treasurer and showed the Club funds to stand at £284 3/10d. plus £35 in the Accident Fund. From the last balance given in March this is an increase of about £34. There are two bills outstanding. One from Baird & Hamilton of £1 1/- for our Scramble advertisement in the Rutherglen Reformer. The other is the electricity bill of £28 13/3d for the period 12th October 1967 to the 4th April 1968. Adam Brownlie moved adoption that these bills be paid and this was seconded by John Brown. At the Scramble we took in about £95 at the gate. We made about £10 on the catering. Prize money, insurance and advertising for the Scramble amounted to about £100 and we reckon we have made about £40 and have to pay the farmer £10. A letter from the Rotary Club of Strathaven stating that they have started a diary for coming events & want us to fix dates which do not clash. As our dates are organized months ahead we will give them our dates & they can fix other dates in with ours as we have to fix ours in with the S.A.C.U. There was also a letter from Charles Davis of Birmingham, manufacturers for enamel badges. As we have a large stock of badges in hand we are not interested at the moment but will keep their name in mind. There was a mention that we have another Scramble in August & how much work has still to be done. We will need to have 100% effort this time as a lot of members will be on holiday & so we will need every available person. Fraser Scott thanked all the Drumclog boys as did everyone else in the Club for the amount of work they did to the Scramble course & also to everyone else who helped in the organising. In spite of the weather we didn’t do too badly and at least we didn’t lose any money through running the Scramble. Everything will need to be cleared from the floor this evening as the men who are doing the screeding are coming up to do it this weekend. Everything will either have to be put in the Committee room or upstairs. The membership is now 88; the best for years. There are a number of people who come up most weeks and they are very welcome to pay their subscriptions as soon as possible.
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Someone last week left a cigarette end burning over at the billiards table & we ask everyone to be more careful as these Clubrooms would go up in flames in no time. Litter was mentioned in last month’s business meeting but it hasn’t made one bit of difference. Once again we ask you to put your litter in the boxes supplied to try & keep the Clubroom as tidy as possible now that the painting is finished & the floor will be finished for next week. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
7/8/68
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Scramble
Ulster Grand Prix
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 7th AUGUST 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 21 members were present. The minutes of the May Business Meetings were read as there had been no meetings during the months of June & Jult due to holidays. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ian Lang respectively. The Treasurers report was read by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie who indicated that the Club funds now stood at £212 6/4d plus £35 in the Accident Fund. The Treasurers report was adopted and seconded by Ron Sabey and Albert French. A letter from the Red Cross was received thanking us for our donation of £3-3-0 being our appreciation for services rendered at our last Scramble. The result of the Stevenston Clubs Challenge rally were to hand and indicated that the Stevenston Club had won the team award with the Avon Valley second. The final results were:1st T. Strain Stevenston Club 2nd Rob Sabey Avon Valley Club 3rd D. McAlpine Stevenston Club A circular from the S.A.C.U. was received informing us of the Road Safety Award Scheme promoted by Shell Mex & BP which requires us to put forward a nominee each year to receive an award. Our decision this year goes to Ron Sabey. It was decided to cancel our Scramble scheduled for 11th August. The main contributory factor to this was lack of a suitable venue. The Club Chairman, Hamish (Velocette) Orr informed us that although he had advised the Scottish Clubman of the fact, no such advert had appeared in the current issue. A discussion then proceeded with Jock Millar informing us that he was of the opinion that we had lost the last venue through lack of suitable remuneration to the farmer. It was pointed out by the Chairman that £15 was paid out for the last Scramble, all be it £5 went to the digger driver towards landscape modifications. Jock Millar was of the opinion that a sum of £20 to the farmer would secure the course again for us. It was agreed that it should be left to the Committee to send a delegation to this farmer with the powers to negotiate for the future use of the course. The official outing to the Ulster Grand Prix cannot be run this year due to Burns Laird reorganising their timetable leaving block bookings impossible to obtain. Members
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Billiard Table
Accident Fund
New Member Challenge Rally
Grass Track Presidents Trial
were advised to make individual arrangements and the ferries from Stranraer – Larne and Ardrossan – Belfast were suggested. The Chairman informed us that for the first time in the Clubs history, over a period of some 15 years, a theft implicating the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club had taken place. Namely a sink unit belonging to Foster Brothers was removed from the stairway after a club night. The Chairman pointed out that the usual practice of a committee member being the last to leave was not followed in this instance due to members being in the Isle of Man for the T.T. races. The Chairman challenged John Millar who was last to leave the premises that evening along with another non-member, if he could recall any information. John Millar replied that the sink unit was still there when he left but could not guarantee that he locked the door behind him when he left. The feeling of the Club was that we were at the very least partly responsible for probably leaving the door unlocked and a cheque to the value of £10 be sent to Mr Foster to cover replacement. This motion was adopted and seconded by Hamish Orr & Fraser Scott respectively. The possibility of a new billiard table would unfortunately have to be postponed for the moment as a member, Mick Tollen, who could obtain one for nothing, was on holiday. It was brought to the notice of the Committee that two accidents involving competitors had occurred recently and consideration should be given to Campbell Smith, injured at Silloth whilst racing a sidecar and Jim Gormley injured whilst practicing on his scrambles machine. Frank Gregory was introduced to the Club as a new member and our wishes that he would enjoy our facilities were expressed. Ron Sabey informed us that he had organised a return challenge rally to members of the Stevenston, Kilmarnock and Dalmellington Clubs. The Rally would start on Sunday 11th August., at the Clubrooms at 10:30am. An appeal for marshals raised sufficient numbers to satisfy the organiser. The Grass Track scheduled for the 14th August has been cancelled. Ian Hamilton informed us that the organisation for the Presidents Trial was under way & that it will be run on the 1st September. Notification of the event should be sent to all Club members. This being all the business the chairman brought the meeting to a close.
4/9/68
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 4th SEPTEMBER 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 20 members were present. The minutes of the August Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Sheila Cheatham and Albert French respectively. There was no Treasurers report but the Treasurer stated that the Club funds still stood at £212 6/4d plus £35 in the Accident Fund. Campbell Smith has been sent £5
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due to his accident at Silloth. This was adopted by Adam Brownlie and seconded by Bobby Steele. There was also £10 sent to Jim Foster but so far no receipt has been received. Letter from the Hamilton and District Motor Car & Cycle Club stating that the R.A.C. A.C.U. Training Scheme has started again and they would like our support again between 10:30 and 12:30pm on a Sunday in Hamilton and if any Club members can offer their services the Hamilton Club will be very pleased. Hamish Orr, Gilbert Wedgewood and Burt Steele are all doing it. Any more volunteers? Not so far. Letter from S.A.C.U. regarding change in Championship Scrambles and a mention on silencers. Letter from the Forth Valley Motor Cycle Club about Trossachs Rally on Saturday and Sunday 28th & 29th September at Loch Venachar. Everybody will be made very welcome and a prize will be awarded to the motorcyclist who has travelled the furthest. The A.G.M. will now be held on Wednesday 2nd October & those not here tonight will receive official word through the post together with the winter programme. The Presidents Trial held last Sunday was organised by Ian Hamilton & was very well organized indeed, the instructions were precise. The Scottish Championship Trial is on Sunday 13th October. Marshals will be required on the day and we will need about 30 marshals. Permission to run the trial at Loudon Estate is being left to Jimmy Morton who is organising everything and attending to the entry forms. Six members are wanted on the 12 th October to meet at the Bobbin Café at 2pm. 6 dozen pies, teas and lemonade to be seen to. Club run to the Bobbin Café next Wednesday so we will organize the pies with them. George Shand was introduced to the Club as a new member and our wishes that he would enjoy our facilities were expressed. A good Trial down at Stonehouse last week. The Treasurer Andy Hardie asked for volunteers to audit the books before the A.G.M. on the 2nd October. Sheila Cheatham & Ron Sabey offered their services. This being all the business the Chairman brought the meeting to a close.
A.G.M. 2/10/68
Attendance
Minutes
THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 2ND OCTOBER, 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. at 9pm. 42 members were present on this occasion. The Chairman, Hamish Orr, commenced the proceedings by welcoming the President and members once again to the Club which is entering its 20th year since it was founded in 1949. A letter was received from Bob Rennie apologising for not being here as he is working in England to earn more money for racing next year. Dave Arlott and Albert French also sent their apologies. The minutes of the 1967 A.G.M. were read and these were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ian Lang respectively.
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Dinner Dance Scramble & Trial Accident Fund Fees
Brief Resume
Vote of Thanks
Election of Office Bearers
The financial report followed given by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie. A copy of this report had been circulated among the members present for their perusal & from it was seen that the bank balance stood at £216 1/2d, a loss of £6 1/6d over the year. An income from the football sweep amounted to £74 5/- and our thanks were due here to Jimmy Clark for all his efforts & to his assistant Mike Stephenson. The football sweep is essential and Jimmy Clark thanked all Club members who have patiently co-operated during his overlong spell as sweep organiser thereby contributing greatly to the wellbeing of the Club. Subscriptions amounted to £97 & rates, gas and electricity amounted to approximately £85 5/2d roughly the same as last year though the rates have gone up by £10. The Dinner Dance was another great night even though we made a loss of £3 3/- but the Dinner Dance isn’t held to make a profit. From the Scramble and Trial held, a profit of £19 1/2d was made. The Accident Fund stood at £35. This year the honoraria fees amounted to £15 divided equally amongst the Secretary, Pat Darge; the Treasurer, Andy Hardie; and the football sweep convenor, Jimmy Clark. Adam Brownlie moved adoption of the Financial Report & Ian Baxter seconded this motion. The Chairman then gave a brief resume of the past year commenting on the Club membership which stands at 97, 62 of these members holding competition licences, 30 for Speed, 24 for Scrambles & 8 for Trials. Denis Gallagher has done extremely well this year finishing 12th in this year’s Junior T.T. and winning the 350cc & 500cc Scottish Speed Championships which is quite a feat in its self. Bob Rennie won the 250cc Scottish Speed Championship & John McNeil won the 200cc Scottish Speed Championship and was runner up in the 125cc so these members have done very well this year keeping the colours flying for the Club. Other members who entered the T.T. were Charlie Dobson and Roy Graham but both failed to finish. Denis Gallagher has also had a successful time in Ireland apart from his last race meeting & we are all pleased to hear he is now out of hospital. Alex George has also done quite well this year. If you look around you will see that the Clubrooms have been painted & that the floor has been surfaced. Our thanks for the painting been done go to Burton Steele and Gilbert Wedgewood who put in an awful lot of work with a few helpers. Burton even slept in the Clubrooms one Saturday night. At this point in his remarks the Chairman thanked all the retiring office bearers for their assistance in the past year, particularly the Secretary Pat Darge, and the Treasurer Andy Hardie. He then reminded members that the next part of the proceedings should be given careful consideration, this being the nomination and election of the new office bearers. The election of the new office bearers duly took place in the customary order:President John Clark pro. I. Baxter sec. J. Brown Chairman Hamish Orr pro. Jimmy Clark sec. A. Brownlie Secretary Pat Darge pro. A. Brownlie sec. F. Scott Treasurer Andy Hardie pro. F. Scott sec. Jimmy Clark
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Sheila Cheatham pro. I. Baxter sec. I. Lang Ian Hamilton pro. G. Wedgwood sec. Burt Steele Burton Steele pro. I. Baxter sec.G.Wedgewood Burton Steele assisted by Ian Lang & Bobby Steele Pat Brittin offered his services shared by Ann Bruce, Sheila Cheatham & Pat Darge Adam Brownlie pro. Burt Steele sec. John Clark Ian Baxter pro. A. Hardie sec. F. Scott Jimmy Clark pro. J.D. Morton sec. A. Brownlie Fraser Scott pro. F. Gregory sec. A. Brownlie Sporting Committee Ian Hamilton pro. G. Wedgewood sec. I. Lang Ron Sabey pro. F. Scott sec. Burt Steele Gilbert Wedgewood pro. Burt Steele sec. Bobby Steele Doug. Smith pro. D. Mansergh sec. J. Millar Mike Stephenson pro. A. Brownlie sec. I. Baxter Frank Gregory pro. S. Cheatham sec. I. Baxter Voting cards were then passed out for members to record their nominations for the STANYER TROPHY which is presented annually to the Club member who is considered to have done the best for the sport in Scotland. This resulted in a victory for Denis Gallagher. Other Trophies already decided by competition were as follows:Avon Valley Trophy Gilbert Wedgewood Kittymuir Trophy Peter Reid Loudon Trophy Denis Gallagher Presidents Trophy Hamish Orr Road Safety Award Ron Sabey Inch Trophy Which is for the best novice will be decided by the Committee. John Clark Trophy Will be decided on the 13th October at the Trial.
Entries for the Trial on the 13th October are coming in slowly. At the end of the trial there will be pies and tea & the Bobbin Café are getting the pies and heating them for us. There are about 30 marshals required for the Trial to be held at Loudon Castle & to be at Loudon Castle Gates at 10am. Six members required to meet at the Bobbin Café on Saturday 12th October at 1 pm; Ian Lang, Bobby Steele, Burt Steele, Hamish Orr, Andy Redmond, & Richard Thomson offered their services. Championship Dates The matter of the following years fixture list was mentioned at this point. It was decided to reapply for a similar date for our Trial namely 12th October 1969. Regarding Scrambles, dates would be decided in next week. It was decided to apply for two dates even though so far, we have no word of a Scrambles course. Annual Dinner The Annual Dinner Dance was the next point raised, which is again being held at the Dance Eglinton Arms on Friday 20th December. Hamish Orr is going to make enquiries regarding the cost of the ticket. Adam Brownlie said he would see about the band and Jimmy Clark will see about the printing of the tickets. Trial
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All trophies require to be returned as soon as possible to allow plenty of time for engraving. Hamish Orr proposed that the Club Rules be the same but that all organisers of events appertaining to the Avon Valley Cup should gain maximum points that is, six points in any one year. This was seconded by Ian Lang. The Chairman checked round all committee members to make sure they all still had Club keys. This being all the business, the meeting was brought to a close.
6/11/68
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Trial Dinner Dance
Application Dates Flooring Stevenston Club Dinner & Dance
Trial Subscriptions
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 6th NOVEMBER 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 33 members were present. The minutes of the September Business Meeting were read by the Assistant Secretary, Sheila Cheatham, as the A.G.M. took place in October. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Adam Brownlie respectively. Letter from Euan Aitken asking for details of the Club & has just joined but hasn’t put in an appearance at the Club. Letter from S.A.C.U. regarding 1969 events dates application & that two delegates are required to be sent from our Club to the meeting in the Grosvenor Hotel, Grosvenor St., Edinburgh at 2pm on Sunday 10 th November 1968. Gilbert Wedgewood and Burton Steele volunteered to go. No statement at hand but the bank balance was taken as the same as last month’s. A Lottery Bill for £5 10/- $ a gas bill for 3/7d was passed to be paid. Fraser Scott moved adoption that these bills be paid & this was seconded by Ian Baxter. The Championship Trial held on Sunday 13th October 1968 was another great success with Derek Edgar winning it for the second year. The Dinner & Dance is on Friday 20th December at the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham. The tickets should be printed for next week & the price will be much the same as last year with the same band. Dates put forward for the Trial Sunday 12th October 1969 and the scrambles on Sunday 27th April 1969 & Sunday 10th August 1969. Hoping to get the flooring seen to in time for the Children’s Party next month. Adam Brownlie is going to look into it for us. The Stevenston Club Dinner & Dance is on Friday 22nd November, tickets are priced 22/6d and we would like the names of those interested in going. The people interested are; Hamish Orr, Pat Darge, Burton Steele, Irene Dempsey, Bobby Steele, Sheila Cheatham, Andy Ledman & partner Marion, Richard Thomson, Anne Bruce, Jake Brown & his wife, Edie Woods & his partner making a total of 14 tickets required. The Trial held at Stonehouse on Sunday 1st November was won by Willy Girvan with second place taken by James D. Morton. Subscriptions are now due at £1.
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The rubbish is bad again and must get taken away. After a discussion it was decided to take it all away at the next Trial. Bikes on pavement, when parking bikes at the Clubrooms please keep the pavement clear. A long discussion on new scrambles course but nothing decided so far. Hamish Orr and Adam Brownlie are organising a new switch for the mains. A Table Tennis Competition is on for next week and we are hoping to have films for the following week. This being all the business, the meeting was then declared closed.
4/12/68
Attendance Minutes
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Delegates Meeting Children’s Party
Flooring
Annual Dinner & Dance
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 4th DECEMBER 1968 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 34 members were present. The minutes of the November Business Meeting were read by the Assistant Secretary, Sheila Cheatham. These were adopted by Adam Brownlie and seconded by Richard Thomson. There was no correspondence apart from a letter from the South of Scotland Electricity Board by recorded delivery that our meters haven’t been read for a long time. Dave Arlott is looking into the matter. The Treasurers report followed and showed the Bank balance to be £237 19/5d about £20 more than last month & the Accident Fund stood at £35. Subscriptions are now due and are coming in very slowly. The Treasurers report was adopted by Ian Lang and seconded by John Brown. The Delegates Meeting hel on the 10th Nov. in Edinburgh confirmed the dates for our two Scrambles and a Trial next year. The Children’s Party is a week on Saturday. Next Wednesday will be spent cleaning the Clubrooms out & putting up the decorations and finishing it off on the Friday night before the party. The flooring is still available but we won’t have it in time for the party so will just lift the floor covering which we have. A Christmas tree will be available and Ian Baxter and Andy Hardie are going to try and get a Santa clause outfit for us. The procedure as usual is for every child who is brought along, to bring with his or her name on it, a present valued around 3/- together with some food. Lemonade, ice cream and prizes are all taken care of. The Annual Dinner & Dance is two weeks on Friday, 20th December 1968 at the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham, tickets priced 25/-. The tickets are now on sale and going very quickly. There will be about 1500 raffle tickets and donations for the raffle are very welcome indeed. There will be spot waltz prizes and games. Richard Thomson is arranging one game. All dance ticket money wanted in for next week, if not the following week at the very latest.
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The Closed to Club Trial held last Sunday 1st December was a great success & the weather was very good too. 1st Douglas Smith 2nd Ron Sabey 3rd = Hamish Orr & Bill Montgomery A new member Stewart Armstrong made very welcome. A prolonged discussion then took place regarding the Scrambles course. Willie Johnston would let us use Kittymuir Farm but the carpark space isn’t available & we don’t think it’s worth it to put all the hard work into Kittymuir again. Jock Millar thinks there is a farm available at Chapelton. He is contacting a Mr McInally. Club members will make enquiries too & report back next week. Gilbert Wedgewood had a very nasty accident on his bike last Wednesday coming up to the Club. We will send him a letter. The Accident Fund does not cover Gilbert Wedgewood. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
8/1/69
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Hamilton Club Visit
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 8th JANUARY 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 30 members were present. The minutes of the December Business Meetings were read after the Chairman, Hamish Orr expressed seasonal greetings to those present on behalf of the Club officials. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Baxter and Adam Brownlie respectively. The Treasurers report then followed, which is more or less the same as last month which you will remember was £237 19/5d. There has not been much going on except after settling up the Dinner & Dance we found we had lost £7 8/7d. We also made £9 on the raffle so if it wasn't for the raffle we would have made quite a loss. Letters from S.A.C.U. The A.G.M. is on Sunday 19th January 1969 at 2pm in the Grosvenor Hotel, Grosvenor Street, Edinburgh and this year we are allowed four delegates. Ian Lang, Burton Steele, Ian Baxter & Hamish Orr elected to go. The permit fees of £2 10/- are now due & Andy Hardie is handling this. Also a letter about the Competition Licenses Going up to £1 and a note on the personal accident insurance benefit. The Fixture List books should be ready for March. A Letter from Gordon Morrell, an ex-member of the Lion Club sending his subscription of £1 & £1 for a competition license. On the 29th January the Hamilton Club are due to pay us a visit. We have written to the Secretary Bill Yates inviting them. We decided on a Picture Quiz and Richard Thomson said he would see Andy Redmond about running it; Ian Baxter said he would do a ‘Guess What’. Dave Arlott said he would see about the Sausage Rolls and it was agreed on 6 dozen.
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So far nothing has been decided but Kittymuir Farm is definitely out of the question. Regarding the course at Chapelton, Adam Brownlie hopes to go this weekend to see it. The Dinner & Dance on Friday 20th December 1968 went down very well indeed and everyone seemed to think the meal was very good indeed and service too, except one person in particular. There are still a few awards to be given out so Hamish Orr will take them to the A.G.M. in Edinburgh on Sunday 19th January. The Children’s Party on Saturday 14th December as usual was another enjoyable afternoon and Frank Gregory really excelled himself as Father Christmas and our thanks go out here to Frank. The Hogmanay Trial on Sunday 29th December was undoubtedly won by Willie Girvan but everyone seemed to enjoy it. The Sorn Dinner and Dance is coming of next month & tickets are priced 17/6d. Anyone interested should contact the Secretary, Pat Darge. Replacing the heater in the committee Room. Decided on a 2 kW £8 12/4d. Adam Brownlie proposed it and Ian Lang seconded this motion. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
5/2/69
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Hamilton Club Visit
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 5th FEBRUARY 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 40 members were present. The minutes of the January Business Meetings were read by the Assistant Secretary, Sheila Cheatham. These were adopted and seconded by Richard Thomson and Adam Brownlie respectively. The Treasurers report then followed given by Andy Hardie, the Treasurer and showed the balance to stand at £272 8/8d which sum included £35 in respect of the Accident Fund. A reminder from the Electricity Board to pay our bill of £22. To pay rates of £59 0/8d and a bill of £4 /- for sausage rolls. Adam Brownlie moved adoption that these bills should be paid and this was seconded by Mike Stephenson. Entry forms are available for the Roy Hayward Memorial Trial on Sunday 16th February run by the Stevenston Club. The Stevenston Club like our Club are always on the lookout for observers and anyone wanting to observe would be very welcome. Entry forms are also available for the Open Trial on Sunday 23rd March 1969 run by the Loch Lomond Club. An advertisement from the Forth Valley Motor Cycle Club inviting all motorcyclists to the Thistle Rally at Strathyre on nd rd Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 February. The Hamilton Club visit which took place last Wednesday went off very well. We made them very welcome, laid on sausage rolls, & Ian Baxter ran a ‘Guess What’ Competition, which the Avon Valley came out on top. Andy Redmond also ran a ‘Picture Quiz’ and once again the Avon Valley came out on top.
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Sorn Dinner and Dance Stevenston HangOver Dance Scramble
The S.A.C.U. A.G.M. on the 19 th January took place in the Grosvenor Hotel, Edinburgh, & Avon Valley members lifted four of the Racing Trophies. The 200cc, 250cc, 350cc & 500cc Scottish Championships which is quite a record. Talk about Insurance for Club Officials at race meetings. The only person not covered at a Scramble is an official. The Club is compelled to cover the rider & the public. It only costs £2 per Club and Adam Brownlie thinks it is worth it. Ian Baxter proposes that we take out Insurance which will cover all the officials at a Scramble, Trial or whatever it maybe. This was seconded by Fraser Scott. The Sorn Dinner and Dance is on Friday 21st February & tickets are available from the Secretary Pat Darge & must be paid by next week. The price is 17/6d which is marvellous for the night we have. th The Stevenston Club are holding their Hangover Dance on Friday 14 February in the Kilmeny Hotel, Ardrossan at 8pm. Our Scramble is on the 27th April. Bobby Steele knows of ground at Cauldercoats Farm, it is all laid down and ready for use. The Mercury Club used to use it. Adam Brownlie and Jimmy Clark have looked at a course at Chapelton and think it could be quite good if there was a lot of work put into it. Ambulance, Police, Advertising, & advertisement in Scottish Clubman will have to be attended to. Ian Baxter proposed that we run a Scramble & this was seconded by Richard Thomson. Within the next two or three weeks we should be more organised. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
5/3/69
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Scramble
Advertising
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 5th MARCH 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 28 members were present. The minutes of the February Business Meetings were read by the Assistant Secretary, Sheila Cheatham. These were adopted by Gilbert Wedgewood and seconded by Dave Arlott. The Treasurers report then followed given by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie and showed the bank balance to be £200 4/7d. The reason for such a drop since last month’s statement was because we paid the rates which amounted to £59 0/8d and we also paid a bill for cups and engraving of trophies of £32 7/-, although this bill has been paid before being passed. Ian Lang and Burton Steele moved adoption that this bill be paid. Richard Thomson moved adoption of the Treasurers report & this was seconded by Bobby Steele. A discussion then took place regarding the Scramble which is being held at Low Berryhill Farm, Chapelton, by kind permission of Mr. McInally on Sunday 27th April 1969. The first discussion was advertising. Denis Craig is seeing to the printing of the car stickers and posters and we should have these by next Wednesday. Advertising in the papers is being left to Adam Brownlie for the East Kilbride, Rutherglen and Citizen. Andy Hardie is doing the Hamilton, Wishaw and Motherwell
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The football sweep brought up once again. We could do with selling another 60 tickets. Try and find out who doesn’t take tickets and see if they can take 2/6d worth. This is one of our best sources of income and we would like all new members to take tickets. Gilbert Wedgewood proposed that we buy 2 new sets of darts and 2 sets of flights, this was seconded by Ian Lang. Gilbert says he will get them & also 2 dozen table tennis balls. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
2/4/69
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Scramble
Catering
Heater Mains Switch
Hamilton Club Visit
Stevenston
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 2nd APRIL 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 24 members were present. The minutes of the March Business Meetings were read. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ian Baxter respectively. There was no report prepared as the Treasurer has been very busy having been in London for a few weeks. The Club funds will still be standing at £200. No bills have been paid and a few subscriptions have been paid. The Scramble on Sunday 27th April. A lot of work has still to be done. The ropes can only be put in a week before the meeting. The toilets will need to be sorted out. A week on Sunday there will require to be a work party at the scrambles course at 2pm. 8 members said they would try and be there. Jock Millar will get transport for the ropes and take them down that Sunday. Regarding the catering, Adam Brownlie and Andy Hardie will see to it and Jock Millar will provide the staff for the tent. Dave Arlott went to see the Police but no one about so he will try again. Adam Brownlie is going to see about the public address system. In the January Business Meeting it was decided to get a new heater. Ian Lang was looking into it but he isn’t here this evening. In the November Business Meeting a new switch for the mains was brought up. It is now the month of April & still nothing has been done. Adam Brownlie and Hamish Orr say they will look into it. {Again} On Friday 1th April, the Hamilton Club have invited us to visit there Club in the Labour Rooms, Hamilton. We would like as many members there as possible as the Hamilton Club is a very small Club & they had quite a good number turning up at our Club and we have a membership of over 100. They usually organise something quite original and the Avon Valley normally come out on top. The Stevenston Club are having another Challenge Rally on Sunday 29 th April. Last year the Stevenston Club Started these Challenge Rally’s and we ran one too but ours was a bit of a flop. This year they want us to send three representatives from our Club to take part. We have three very keen representatives to take part.
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Last week we had a very well organised March Hare Trial and our thanks go out here to Ann Bruce and Pat Darge for doing such a good job. Bobby Steele and Sheila Cheatham finished 1st on their bike with Ron Sabey and his girlfriend Janice finished 2nd on a machine. Anniversary 1949 The Club was formed on the 30th October 1949. From the minutes of the last Business Meeting you will remember we were talking about some kind of celebration. We will need to have a celebration up at the Clubrooms and an even bigger one for our 21st. Everyone can give it a thought and come up with some new ideas at the next Business Meeting. New Member We welcome to the Club four new members namely, Alan Padkin, Stephen Bunch, Robert Cowan and Gregor Purfit. Insurance Policy The Chairman stated that we had received a new policy covering the Club premises and asked if Dave Arlott would explain this. He informed the Club that the previous premium had been £3 2/- per annum and the new policy carried a premium of £10 9/-. We had raised this matter with the Insurers and they have agreed to reissue a Policy reverting back to the original premium of £3 2/-. We now await the receipt of this policy. Personal Insurance Dave Arlott then raised the question of Personal Insurance to cover members during the period they are present in the Clubroom. He further explained that provisional enquiries had been made with the Norwich Union Insurance Company who are prepared to issue a policy giving indemnity up to £25,000 for any single claim for a premium of £0:1:3d per head per annum on the basis of 80 members. This would just mean a simple addition of £0:1:3d on the annual Subscription. Dave then informed us that he would get the Norwich Union to supply a firm proposal on this basis. Challenge Rally Ron Sabey then asked the Chairman if it would be in order for him to organise a Challenge Rally on the 6th July. Ron stated that he had checked the S.A.C.U. Callender and the only other event that date was an open Scramble at Kirkcaldy. The Chairman thanked him for his enthusiasm & asked him to go ahead as planned. Summer Programme The summer programme has now been printed and copies are available to members on request. Further copies of the S.A.C.U. 1969 Fixture Lists are also available to members who have paid there subscriptions. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
2/7/69
Attendance Minutes
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 2nd JULY 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 40 members were present. The minutes of the April Business Meetings were read as there had been no meetings during the months of May and June. These were adopted and seconded by Jimmy Clark and Ian Baxter.
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Correspondence
Challenge Rally
Scramble
Ulster Grand Prix
T.T. Quiz Treasure Hunt
Club Runs
The Treasurers report then followed showing the bank balance to be £350 7/8d, cash in hand amounted to £33 18/10d making a total of £384 6/6d less the accident Fund of £40. Net £344 6/6d. This is the most we have ever had. The total amount we collected at our Scramble including catering amounted to £313 16/8d. Our total expenditure amounted to £219 7/1d which sum includes prize money amounting to £60, printing about £30 and insurance and Club officials £37. In all a total profit of £94 9/7d and of this amount £21 17/7d was profit on the catering so the Scramble on its own made a profit of £72 12/-. We collected £198 at the gate which was really good. Adam Brownlie moved adoption of the Treasurers report and this was seconded by Mike Stephenson. The only correspondence was a letter from the British Red Cross Society, Lanarkshire Branch, thanking us for our donation of £3 3/- which is always appreciated by the Red Cross. On Sunday 6th July, Ron Sabey is running a Challenge Rally. Entries have been received from quite a few Clubs in Scotland and the Avon Valley do not seem able to make up a team of three in this rally which is really dreadful when we have a membership of over 100. The distance of the rally is about 90 miles and a stop for lunch after about 25 miles. To start at the Clubrooms about 10:30 & definitely no later than 11am. The Stevenston Club our great rivals, Bathgate & District, Forth Valley and Glasgow Vespa who are sending 5 entries, have all entered. Burton Steele, Richard Thomson & Gordon Davies say they will make up our team of three. We require one extra marshal and after no one else volunteered, Ian Baxter said he would do it. Once again we have a Scramble on our hands on Sunday 10th August. Adam Brownlie and Jimmy Clark are going to see Mr McInally at Low Berryhill Farm, Chapelton, after this meeting to see that it is okay. Posters, window stickers, advertising and the Red Cross have all been seen to by Pat Darge and also the entries. A work party will be required on the Wednesday and Saturday before the Scramble to put the Sabs and ropes in. Adam Brownlie & Andy Hardie will see about the catering. Ian Baxter will see Dave Arlott about the police. Advertising in the local papers will be seen to by Adam Brownlie & Andy Hardie. We will need all the help we can get at this Scramble as a lot of our regular members who do most of the work on the actual day will be on holiday. Fraser Scott who was organising the trip to the Ulster Grand Prix has cancelled it as there seems to be no support. Everyone wishing to go will need to make their own arrangements, most people thinking Stranraer to Larne is the best way. Last week we had a T.T. quiz which was very capably run by Frank Gregory and our thanks go out here, to Frank, for organising it. Next week we have a Treasure Hunt and once again Frank is organising this. The start will be from the Clubrooms from 7:30pm onwards and we hope for a big turnout. Points will be awarded to Frank for organising it and to the first 6 finishers. Regarding Club Runs. When we make up the Summer programme members ask for Club Runs to be put in on a Sunday so we try and put in quite a few on days that don’t clash with anything else. So far we have had two Club Runs, one to St. Mary’s Loch and one to Loch Doon. Hamish and Cathie were the only ones that turned up at
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Linoleum
Road Safety Award
Billiard Table
S.A.C.U.
Heater Billiard Balls Painting
Switch Stair Football Match Visits
St. Mary’s Loch, which is a lovely spot, and no one went to Loch Doon. There is a Club Run to Loch Melfort on Fair Sunday 20th July and quite a few members have said they will go. The Sporting Committee should get together and see what can be done about these Club Runs and see if we can get more support for them. Jimmy Wilson is up to night and it has been decided to leave the finishing of the linoleum until after the Scramble. Jimmy says he’ll come up at the end of August to see about it. A committee meeting will be held after this Business Meeting to decide on who is going to get the A.C.U. Road Safety Award. The member receiving it should not have had an accident within the past three years. Gilbert Wedgewood went to a lot of trouble to get a billiard table from the Stevenston Club. Two weeks ago tonight he got word that the billiard table was ready for collection and arranged for a week past on Monday to collect it and asked for as many helpers as possible. It was arranged that about 15 people would appear but no one turned up. The slabs were left at Dougie Smiths place to await collection on a Wednesday night. It was arranged that they would be collected the following Wednesday. The S.A.C.U. are sending a team over to the International 6 days Trial. At the A.G.M. they asked each Club if they were prepared to give a donation towards sending this team over to Europe. The Kirkcaldy Club has given quite a generous donation and their proceeds come from television Scramble and are well off. We are in a position where we can donate something towards sending a team over to Europe. After all one of the riders last year won a bronze medal & a lot of expense is involved and we are trying to get the S.A.C.U. on the map. There will be money left over and will be used either for road racing or something else next year. Frank Gregory proposed £10 this year and we can contribute again next year, this was seconded by Jimmy Clark. The heater was once again mentioned and Ian Lang is going to go ahead & get a 2kW heater. Gilbert Wedgewood proposed that we should get a new set of billiard balls, thia was seconded by Ian Lang. Gilbert Wedgewood is going to look into it. As everyone is no doubt aware Burton Steele has been busy painting the outside windows. The Clubrooms also need a good clean out and once the Scramble is over this will need to be done. The Mains Switch which is just a matter of time of putting it in as we have had one for a number of months. Adam Brownlie and Hamish Orr will look into it soon. The stair has been in darkness for quite a while now but it is a fuse wire which is required and not a new bulb as was first thought. Two weeks tonight a challenge football match with the Stevenston Club in Strathaven, 11 players are required. Frank Gregory suggests factory visits, coal mines and so forth. It was decided to leave this discussion until the next business meeting. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
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Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report Correspondence
Scramble
Keys Open Trial
New Members Trial Road Rally Presidents Trial Camping Weekend
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 13th AUGUST 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 26 members were present. The minutes of the July Business Meetings were read by Ron Sabey and these were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ian Lang respectively. There was no report available as there is all the Scrambles money to be sorted out. The only correspondence was from S.F.R.A. Association in connection with selling tickets and making funds for the Club. The tickets are 2/6d each and half of it, 1/3d, goes towards the Club. The Scramble went off very well in a glorious hot day. The Scramble held its own and we might have made a slight profit with the catering. Before our next Scramble we must get organised on new toilets and an urn. Jock Millar is going to se about the stabs. The Chairman then checked round all committee members to see who had and who hadn’t got keys. We have an Open Trial on Sunday the 12 th October, which needs organised. Discussion about a venue and if we can get the old course. Ron Sabey is going to see about it. Two new members were welcomed into the Club in the usual manner, namely Ian Ritchie & Adam White. There is a closed to club trial at Stonehouse on the 27th August & the farmer has been asked about it and everything is all right. Next week, 20th August, there is a Road Rally and Richard Thomson & Mike Stephenson are organising it. The Presidents Trial being organised by Hamish Orr, the winner last year, has been changed from Sunday 7th September to Sunday 14th September. Frank Gregory suggests a camping weekend up North for all Clubs. The Chairman told him this could be discussed at the next meeting. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed.
3/9/69
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd SEPTEMBER 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 18 members were present. The minutes of the August Business Meetings were read and these were adopted and seconded by Jimmy Clark and Richard Thomson respectively. The Treasurers report then followed showing a bank balance of £367 11/2d plus cash in hand of £53 0/8d making a total of £420 11/10d less Accident fund of £40 making £380 11/10d. This is about £30 up on our last meeting. The Scramble more or less broke even.
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Road Rally
Cups Engraving
A.G.M. & Winter Programme Dinner Dance th
20 Anniversary
Manx Grand Prix
Machinery
Presidents Trial
Wedding
Sweep Tickets
The was no correspondence. The Trial on Sunday 12th October is well in hand and Ron Sabey is organising most of it. The Bobbin Café are going to supply the pies and tea. The starting area will be in a field next to the Bobbin Café. About 30 marshals will be required and a couple of work parties beforehand. The Road Rally two weeks ago run by Richard Thomson & Mike Stephenson was won by Ron Sabey & the Trial last Wednesday down at Stonehouse clinched the Avon Valley Cup for Ron. Well done Ron!! Cups for engraving will need to be returned within the next month. Hamish Orr doesn’t have the contact he used to have and doesn’t have the time to look around to see about getting the cups engraved and getting new shields and replicas so he would like someone else to take this job on. We have a brochure from England. Members are going to look around Glasgow and get estimates between now and the A.G.M. on Wednesday 24th September 1969 and then we can decide at the A.G.M. who is going to take this job on. All members will be notified of the A.G.M. this week & the winter programme is now ready & it too will be sent to every member. The Annual Dinner Dance is provisionally booked for Friday 19th December at the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham and the band too has been provisionally booked. th This winter it’s the Clubs 20 Anniversary and a few of the committee members thought it would be a good idea to have a 20 th Anniversary Supper Dance. Ian Baxter has booked it in the Bucks Head Strathaven on Friday 7th November 1969 from 7:30pm until 1:30am at £1 per head for about 60 people. It was learnt last night that Club member Alex George won the 250cc Manx Grand Prix. Adam Brownlie sent a telegram of congratulations “ Well done Alex. On behalf of the Avon Valley members, many congratulations on your finest win! A great boost to Scottish Motor Cycling” It was decided to invite Alex and his wife to our Annual Dinner and Dance in December and to present him with a small gift in appreciation of his services to motor cycling. Complimentary tickets will be forwarded nearer the time. A few weeks ago some machinery for a bike came up and is cluttering up the Clubrooms and we would like it cleared out if that person is finished with it. Gordon Davies is going to get rid of it. The Presidents Trial is on Sunday 14th September and is being run by Hamish Orr. This is a Trial which has been run over many years and it is the premier Club event of the year. It will be run over a distance of approximately 100 miles and starting at the Clubrooms at 10am Hamish decided to deduct one mark for every minute late after 10am. Marshals are required and we can only hope for a large entry. Two Club members Bobby Steele and Sheila Cheatham are getting married on the 25th September. As they have been members for quite a few years we felt that we should have a collection for them. This was put forward by Hamish Orr and seconded by Richard Thomson. Gordon Davies offered to do the collecting. Once again the subject of sweep tickets was brought up. Ian Lang prematurely agreed to help and it was decided to leave final arrangements to the A.G.M.
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The switch!!! The switch is here and will somebody please put it in. This has now been going on for about 11 months. The linoleum will have to be laid before the A.G.M. Jim Wilson was meant to come up and see us but so far hasn’t put in an appearance. A few members offered to do it over the next few weeks. Frank Gregory wants to run a Scottish Rally based on the Dragon Rally. This will take the form of a camping weekend in March. It was decided that Frank would look into this & supply us with further details before a decision is taken. Andy Hardie requested two members to audit the books. Ian Baxter and Adam Brownlie offered their services. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
A.G.M. 24/9/69
Attendance
Minutes Treasurers Report
Accident Fund Football Sweep
Subscriptions
Scrambles Dinner Dance Honoraria Fees
Brief Resume
THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 24th SEPTEMBER, 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. at 9pm. 40 members were present on this occasion. The Chairman, Hamish Orr, commenced the proceedings by welcoming the President, Ladies and Gentlemen, once again to the Club which is now entering into 21st year since the Clubs foundation in 1949. The minutes of the 1968 A.G.M. were read and these were adopted and seconded by Adam Brownlie and Richard Thomson respectively. The financial report then followed given by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie. A copy of the report had been circulated among the members for their perusal and from it, it was seen that the bank balance stood at £375 13/- A profit of £159 11/10d over the year. The Accident Fund stands at £40. From this statement it was noted that the expenditure for the year was £831 12/9d and the income was £991 4/7d. An income from the football sweep amounted to £84 1/4d and our thanks are due here to Burton Steele for all his efforts and his assistants, Ian Lang and Bobby Steele. The football sweep is essential as you will see, it brings in nearly £100. Subscriptions amounted to £115 10/- & rates, gas and electricity amounted to approximately £83 6/9d which is roughly about the same as last year but our membership is up by about 20. From the two Scrambles it was noted that we made a profit of £138 3/-. The Dinner Dance was another great night even though we made a loss of £7 8/7d but then the Dinner and Dance isn’t held to make a profit. This year the honoraria fees amounted to £15 divided equally among the Secretary Pat Darge, the Treasurer Andy Hardie and the Football sweep Organiser Burton Steele. Ian Baxter moved adoption of the financial report and this was seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. The Chairman then gave a brief resume on the past year commenting on the Clubs membership which has risen to 118 Members. The number of competition licences issued for 1969 were 68; 36 for speed, 8 for trials, 24 for scrambling. This
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Vote of Thanks
Election of Office Bearers
year in the Manx Grand Prix, riding in the 250cc event, Alex George swept all before him to win at a record average of 90.63 M.P.H. On behalf of the Club the Chairman offered his congratulations to Alex on his successful ride and wished him further success in the future. Alex George also won the 250cc Scottish Speed Championship. Charlie Dobson has also been very consistent in speed meetings both at home and in Ireland. Denis Gallagher and Roy Graham have also kept the Club flag to the fore with their efforts in speed events. In the Scrambles field our scramblers have been quieter but nevertheless Jimmy McRae and a few others have kept our name alive in this field. Trials this year have kept Jimmy Morton, Willie Girvan, Doug Smith and many more rather busy and Ron Sabey won the Stevenson Club Hangover Trial on the 3rd January 1969, so our congratulations go out here to Ron. Burton Steele has been very busy with painting and woodwork during the year. Jim Wilson and some members worked hard and covered the floor with linoleum which Adam Brownlie won for the Club. The Chairman then made a few observations which he would like to draw your attention to which have occurred during the past year. This year has been a mixed year for Club attendance and those who have been regulars will have noticed a trend which if allowed to continue will not be in the best interests of the Club. On Wednesday evenings the attendance before 10pm is quite alarming. The Chairman has come to the conclusion that the Club is not providing something of interest which is essential to keep these members within the Clubrooms. In Glasgow, the Mercury Club and the Sporting Club have allowed this to continue unchecked and you all know the disaster that befell these one-time great Clubs. The ball is therefore at your own feet. If it is a Motorcycle Club you want, let’s make it such or within a couple of years we could end up as another of the one-time big Clubs in Scotland. At this point in his remarks the Chairman thanked all the retiring office bearers for their great assistance in the past year; in particular to Pat Darge our tireless Secretary & to our Treasurer Andy Hardie, who is a wizard with those figures. The Chairman then reminded members that the next part of the proceedings should be given careful consideration, this being the nominations and election of the new Office Bearers for 1970. The election of the new Office Bearers duly took place in the customary manner and resulted as follows:President John Clark pro. A. Brownlie sec. J. Morton Chairman Hamish Orr pro. A. Brownlie sec. I. Lang Vice Chairman Adam Brownlie pro. R. Sabey sec. I. Baxter Secretary Pat Darge pro. R. Sabey sec. A. Brownlie Treasurer Andy Hardie pro. John Clark sec. I. Lang Ass. Secretary Press Secretary Club Captain Sweep Organiser Film Bookings Tea Makers
Richard Thomson pro. I. Baxter sec A. Brownlie Richard Thomson pro. I. Baxter sec A. Brownlie Frank Gregory pro. A. Brownlie sec.R. Thomson Ian Lang, assisted by Jimmy Clark & Mary Davies volunteered Ian Lang volunteered his services and our thanks go out to Ian. Cathie McKechnie & Mary Davis
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Social Secretary
Trial
Championship Scramble Annual Dinner & Dance 20th Anniversary Dance
Engraving
Jimmy Clark pro. A. Brownlie sec. I. Baxter Ian Baxter pro. R. Sabey sec. G. Wedgewood Gilbert Wedgewood pro. A. Brownlie sec. I. Lang John Brown pro. G. Wedgewood sec. R. Thomson Sporting Committee For this it was decided to cut the number to four plus Club Captain Bobby Smith pro. G. Wedgewood sec. R. Thomson Ian Hamilton pro. A. Brownlie sec. G. Wedgewood Ron Sabey pro. Jimmy Clark sec. I. Baxter Jimmy Morton pro. J. Millar sec. I. Lang Voting cards were then passed out for members to record their nominations for the STANYER TROPHY which is presented annually to the Club member who is considered to have done the most for the sport in Scotland. This resulted in a great victory for Alex George. Other Trophies already decided by competition were as follows:Avon Valley Trophy Ron Sabey Kittymuir Trophy Willie Wallace Presidents Trophy Gilbert Wedgewood Road Safety Award Ian Lang Loudon Trophy Still to be decided Inch Trophy Which is for the best novice will be decided by the Committee. John Clark Trophy Will be decided on the 12th October at the Trial. Gilbert Wedgewood proposed that we should have a Social Secretary and this was seconded by Frank Gregory. Ian Baxter proposed against this and this was seconded by Adam Brownlie; and the voters decided against it. For the Trial on the 12th October approximately 30 marshals are required. A party of helpers is needed on the Saturday preceding the event to lay out the sections, and as a result of this six members volunteered. It was decided that next year we would apply for a Championship Scramble in April and our usual Championship Trial in October and a national Scramble in August or September. The Annual Dinner and Dance was the next point raised which is once again being held at the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham, on Friday 19 th December. Hamish Orr is going to make enquiries regarding the cost of the tickets and Jimmy Clark is going to see about the printing of the tickets. As had been previously arranged the 20th Anniversary Dance would be held at the Bucks Head, Strathaven, on Friday 7th November at 7:30pm until 1:30am. It was said by Ian Baxter that we would require about 60 people at £1 per head. It was agreed that this would be a good rehearsal for next year’s 21st Anniversary. Gilbert Wedgewood decided to take on the buying and engraving of the Annual Trophies.
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Subscriptions
Correspondence regarding the final leg of the Players No.6 Scrambles Championship run by the Lanarkshire Motor Cycle and Car Club was received on the 23rd September. The meeting is to be held on Sunday 5 th October 1969 starting at 2pm. Practice 12:30 – 1:30pm. Club Subscriptions for the 1970 season are now due. There was a vote of thanks taken for the Chairman in running a quick and efficient A.G.M. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
1/10/69
Attendance
Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Machinery
Trial
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took st place on WEDNESDAY 1 OCTOBER 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 26 members were present. The Vice Chairman Adam Brownlie welcomed everyone here, as the Chairman Hamish Orr was not present. The minutes of the September Business Meetings were read by the Assistant Secretary Richard Thomson. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ian Hamilton respectively. As the Treasurer was not present there was no report available but assumed to be about the same as given at the A.G.M. last Wednesday except that a few members have paid their subscriptions for the 1969/1970 season. Subscriptions are now due for this season. A letter from the Red Cross was received thanking us for our donation of £3 3/which is always appreciated by the Red Cross. Letter from S.A.C.U. regarding Championship dates which had to be in by 29th September and National dates no earlier than 10th October and before the 28th October. It was decided at the A.G.M. we would apply for a Championship Scramble in April and a Championship Trial in October. Adam Brownlie informed members that we had got a Championship Scramble on Sunday 26th April 1970 and a Championship Trial on Sunday 11th October 1970 but this and all the other dates for Scrambles and Trials will be confirmed within the next few days from the S.A.C.U. It was decided to wait and hear what the farmers opinion about grazing etc. before a date is agreed upon for a National Scramble but we thought the best time would be late August, early September. A letter was also received from the S.F.R.A. (Sports Fund Raising Association) thanking us for our donation of £7 5/- & telling us about ‘Name the Semi Finalists’ competition and we have a trial parcel of 25 books. They intend to run two competitions a year and it is always extra money for the club funds which we wouldn’t otherwise have. Arising from the minutes of last month’s Business Meeting regarding the machinery, it was noted that it was shifted from the Clubroom but put in the loft at the top of the stairs which doesn’t really help matters & we would like it shifted entirely away from the Clubrooms. The Trial on Sunday 12th October is well in hand. Adam Brownlie is doing the entry forms and these will be given out at one of the Trials. The course is settled and we
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Linoleum
Switch
Films
Winter Rally
Bonfire Night
Building a Bike
Road Races
Factory Visits Talks Football Match
need about 30 Observers. A group is going to view some land this coming Saturday and a further group of helpers will be required the following weekend to help lay out the course but details will be given out next week. Catering and starting area has been taken care of and Ron Sabey has arranged for course markers and observers cards. The Presidents Trial on Sunday 14th September was very well run by Hamish Orr. Gilbert Wedgewood won it so has the task of organising next year’s Presidents Trial and Richard Thomson finished 2nd. The Linoleum was brought up again and it was noted that a few of our members had been to work on it laying the linoleum and also scrubbing the floor and we offer our thanks to the members who did this. By the time the Children’s Party comes round in December there should be a reasonable floor. The switch was once again brought up. This is a thing that gets brought up at every business meeting but nothing is ever done. Adam Brownlie offered his apologies for failing to do the job but hopes to get it done eventually. The organising of the films and sweep tickets is not yet in hand and as Ian Lang and Jimmy Clark are not present this evening we will have to wait until next week to see what has been done. Frank Gregory informed us that he and several other of the boys were going down to Hawick to view an old army camp to see if it would be suitable for a winter rally. It was pointed out that this would take quite a lot of organisation and it was suggested that we contact the Forth Valley Motor Cycle Club and the Conway Club to see if we could obtain any advice on running this event. The general view was if the event was well published and well organised with entry fee, catering and entertainments laid on, the event would be a success. It was left to Frank to find out further details before the next Business Meeting. The question of the bonfire night on November 5th was brought up. Ian Baxter said he would ask the farmer, Mr Johnston if we could use Kittymuir Farm at Stonehouse. Gordon Davies said he would make a collection for fireworks. It was agreed to have a work party the Saturday and Sunday previous to the 5 th November. Once again Frank Gregory put forward a suggestion regarding the building of a competition bike. Adam Brownlie suggested the old vintage Triumph be refurbished and used in vintage events. This the rest of the Club agreed to do. Frank also suggested the setting up of a Marshals Club in Scotland to be run by the S.A.C.U. based on similar lines to the one run in England by the A.C.U. Ian McCutcheon asked if it would be possible for the Club to organise a Road Race Meeting. Adam Brownlie replied that he would gladly organise such an event if a suitable venue could be found. There have been many attempts to find a suitable track in Scotland but none have been successful. Frank Gregory asked if it would be possible to organise visit to factories etc. and he volunteered his services to see if he could arrange something. Richard Thomson said he was going to try and contact Ralph Bryans to see if he would give a talk sometime during the winter. Frank Gregory is organising the return football match with the Stevenston Club for a Sunday in November but he will let us know the date at the next Business Meeting.
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5/11/69
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Children’s Party
20th Anniversary Supper Dance Annual Dinner
Football Sweep Championship Trial Films
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 5th NOVEMBER 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 24 members were present. The minutes of the October Business Meetings were read and these were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Gordon Davies respectively. The Treasurers report then followed showing a bank balance of £389 2/5d and the Accident Fund stands at £40. Since the A.G.M. we have 27 paid up members and as we had a membership of 118 up to the A.G.M. there are a lot still to pay. Letter from S.A.C.U. regarding 1970 events Date Application and that two delegates are required to be sent from our Club to the meeting to be held in the Grosvenor Hotel, Grosvenor Street, Edinburgh, at 2pm on Sunday 9 th November 1969. Adam Brownlie will be there but he is going through on the Saturday. Mike Tollan volunteered to go through on behalf of our Club. The Children’s Party on Saturday 13th December was the next item brought up. It was decided to ask Frank Gregory if he would be our Father Christmas again. Ian Baxter would try and get an outfit and he will see John Brown about getting a Christmas Tree. The 20th Anniversary Supper Dance is being held this coming Friday in the Bucks Head, Strathaven and anyone else wanting to go to it should let Pat know who will then let Ian Baxter know. Our own Annual Dinner & Dance is once again being held in the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham, on Friday 19th December at 7:30pm. Due to rising costs we have been forced to put the price of the tickets up to 30/-. Gilbert Wedgewood proposed that we do this and this was seconded by Ian Lang. Tickets will be on sale next week. The band has been booked & Gilbert Wedgewood has taken on the job of doing the organisation of getting the trophies engraved. Ian Lang who is doing the football sweep is waiting on the tickets to come through & they should be here by next week. Our Championship Trial held on Sunday 12th October was won by Norman Edgar and our thanks go out here to Ron Sabey & his helpers. Frank Gregory has organised films until the end of January and our thanks go out here to him for going ahead and organising this. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
3/12/69 THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd DECEMBER 1969 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN.
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Raffle Subscriptions Trial Football Match Delegates Meeting S.F.R.A. Engraving of Trophies
14 members were present. The minutes of the November Business Meetings were read by the Assistant Secretary Richard Thomson. These were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and John Brown respectively. The Treasurers report then followed showing a bank balance of £396 1/5d which is the highest we have ever had. There was a bill outstanding from the last Scramble of £30 10/- for the printing of posters, windscreen stickers and Scrambles programmes. Bill for Football Sweep tickets from 15th Nov. to 3rd Jan, £6 6/-. One pound is now due for gaming licence. The rates will be due to be paid shortly after the New Year. The Rates are down this year and amount to £56 3/10d. Ian Baxter moved adoption that these accounts be paid and this was seconded by Mike Stephenson. The Supper & Dance run last month in the Bucks Had, Strathaven, was a great night and our thanks go out here to Ian Baxter for organising it. We lost about £9 10/- but made £3 15/- on the raffle so we lost £5 10/- plus a £1 expenses on small prizes. The children’s party is on Saturday 13th December. There will be a work party on the Friday night and we would like as many helpers as possible. Jock Millar is going to supply the Christmas Tree and Ian Baxter is going to try and get a Santa Clause Outfit. Members bringing children to the party were reminded to bring a present valued around 3/- for each child, suitably marked and also to bing along food, Andy Hardie will bring along the record player and Gilbert Wedgewood will bring along records. Ian Baxter is going to organise the buying of the sausage rolls. The Annual Dinner & Dance is on Friday 19th December in the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham. The tickets are priced at 30/- this year and though there has been a big request for tickets there hasn’t been much money coming in and we would like to have all the money in by next week. The Committee had discussed the meal as originally the Manager in the Eglinton Arms had given a menu with no choice at all & he agreed that he could give us a choice provided we said so many Gammon Steaks and so many Chicken. Ian McLean put forward a choice & this was seconded by Andy Hardie. Ian Baxter proposed a set menu and this was seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. Choice won by voting. There will be a raffle at the dance and anyone wishing to donate a present will of course be much appreciated. Subscriptions are now due and Andy Hardie would be very happy to get some money in. There is a Closed to Club Trial on Sunday 7th December at Kittymuir Farm. The Football Match at Stevenston last Sunday went off very well but we lost 5-0. We are now going to play a decider on neutral ground. The Delegates Meeting last month represented by our Club members, but they are not here tonight to report on what happened. The S.F.R.A. Football Tickets are due back within the next week or two. The Engraving of the Trophies is well in order and Gilbert Wedgewood will pick them up on the week of the Dinner Dance. Two of our trophy winners from other Clubs, namely Willie Wallace and Norman Edgar, have accepted our invitation to our Annual Dinner and Dance and they have been sent their complementary tickets.
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Frank Gregory has booked a visit round the Evening Citizen Paper for Tuesday 30 th December at 7:45pm and the maximum number is 15. Films for February and March are required and Gilbert Wedgewood says he will try and get some fixed up for these two months. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
4/2/70
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Competition Licenses Hamilton Club Visit
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 4th FEBRUARY 1970 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 30 members were present. The minutes of the December Business Meetings were read as no meeting had taken place in January and these were adopted and seconded by Frank Gregory and Bobby Steele respectively. There was no properly prepared report but the bank balance stands at approximately £340. The only item since our last business meeting was the Dinner & Dance which was held in December and we lost about £11. The income from the Dance amounted to £175 10/- and expenditure £186 18/-. The rates have still to be paid but the money has already been taken out of the balance. Another bill that had to be paid was £39 9/8d for the engraving of the cups. A letter was received from the Scottish Clubman asking if we would sell raffle tickets in aid of this well-known Scottish Magazine. Anybody requiring more details see Pat Darge. Notification was received of the 1970 A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. It was reported that five Club members were present at this meeting. Adam Brownlie remains on the Committee for another year and Ian Lang was proposed by the Stevenston Club and this was seconded by the Loch Lomond Club and he was elected onto the Committee. Adam gave a quick resume saying that the Avon Valley is the second largest Club in Scotland and by far the most active in Competition having 68 competition license holders. Between the Avon Valley, Loch Lomond and Stevenston Clubs we hold half the membership of the S.A.C.U. Another letter from the S.A.C.U. asking if anyone interested in either competing or helping in the I.S.D.T. should contact T. Arnott Moffat. A reminder was received from the S.A.C.U. for affiliation fees which should have been paid by 30th November 1969. The Club was informed that the affiliation fees are 2/6d per member for 118 members, these have now been paid. Acknowledgement was received from the University of Edinburgh thanking us for our help with their Recreation Survey. Details of a special motorcycle insurance policy were received from Norwich Union. Anyone interested, see Pat Darge. Pat Darge requested that anyone wanting a Competition License this year should apply immediately to avoid unnecessary delay and also to pay their subscription immediately if not already done so. The Hamilton Club visit on Wednesday 28th January was disastrous. As we were the host Club we should have been much better organised. As the members supplying the guns for the shooting competition didn’t arrive till about 10pm a Darts match
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was hastily organized. Even so the Hamilton Club members seem to enjoy their night and are going to invite us back to their Clubrooms one Friday. As they managed a 100% attendance, we feel that we should have a really Good turnout with having so many members in our Club. The Sorn Dinner & Dance is due to be held on Friday 13th February at 7:30pm to 2am and it is always a great night. Anyone interested see Pat Darge who has tickets available at £1. The SWITCH was once again brought up and members were informed that this has been going on for 18 months. Adam Brownlie said if he didn’t have a New switch by the next business meeting we would call in an outsider to fix one in. Our Annual Dinner and Dance held in December in the Eglinton Arms, Eaglesham, was a very disappointing affair. A big discussion then took place about our next Annual Dinner & Dance at the end of this year. Enquiries had shown that the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride, seemed quite good. It was decided to go ahead and try and get Friday 18th December, at the Queensway, Jimmy Clark and Adam Brownlie were nominated to fix it all up. Jimmy Clark said that there highest priced menu was equivalent to the lowest priced menu at the Eglinton Arms. They have a 10% service charge and a room charge which is the same as the Eglinton Arms has. The dance floor holds a good 120-160. Enquiries were going to be made about the band as the Queensway Resident Band charges £16 against Bill Parkers £23 2/-. At last year’s dance the total expenditure came to £186 18/- of which £156 19/6d was the Eglinton Arms bill the band was £23 2/- and £5 7/6d was spent on chocolates together with £1 9/- for odds and ends. £12 was made on the raffle and if we hadn’t made this the dance would have lost £23. Bill Parker the band leader was very sorry about putting his prices up. Concern was expressed over the cost of the chocolates and who had received them. Between now and the A.G.M. it will be noted who deserves this presentation and decided then. The Children’s Party held in December was another very successful afternoon. Our thanks go out here to Albert Higgins for donating balloons & hats and to Gilbert Wedgewood’s mother for the two lovely trifles, and to John Clark who donated the lemonade. Frank Gregory once again did an excellent job as Santa Clause. The Club have the first Championship Scramble of the season on Sunday 26 th April and so a lot of work will require to be put into this. Richard Thomson is going to see the farmer about this Scramble and the one in August. Frank Gregory said he would try and get a new urn and kettle wholesale. Jock Millar has managed to obtain wood to build the toilets and it was suggested that Gordon Davies should be approached as he is a joiner. There is still some sheeting from the old toilets at Chapelton and this might be useful. At Todcastle Farm there is thin metal sheeting which also might be suitable and Jock Millar is going to make enquiries. We have sufficient ropes and stabs and Adam Brownlie is going to see the Scouts for a tent. It was mentioned that a permanent frame could be constructed and covered by a tarpaulin but it was decided to leave this until the second scramble. As our printing bill usually comes to over £30 we must try and economise. It was suggested that a Gestetner might be useful to the Club and Adam Brownlie is going to see Fraser Scott to see if he has any contacts.
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It has been pointed out that our ceiling isn’t very strong and with the billiard table that is not being used together with all the scrambling equipment something might need to be done. Stevenston Dance There was a Stevenston Dance last month but none of our members were present. Club Trials We have Closed to Club Trials on the first Sunday of every month at Stonehouse but these have not been very well supported. It must be pointed out that these are not serious competitions and anyone willing to come along and have a go is very welcome. Sporting Committee Of the Sporting Committee members only Bobby Smith has been a regular attender and it is felt there should be a change. It was decided to elect two new members onto the Committee. Bob Scott was proposed by Frank Gregory and seconded by Jackie McPhee and Douglas Hardie was proposed by Ian Baxter and seconded by Richard Thomson. General Committee It was mentioned that the General Committee hadn’t been very active and they could do a lot more work in organising Wednesday nights events. Next week there is a beetle drive. Films The following week there is to be an 8mm film show as no films are available for the large projector but hope to have films for our last film show in March. Keys Mention was made about who had keys and reorganisation about who should have keys should be considered. Trophies Hamish Orr brought up some trophies which were not collected at the Dinner and Dance and Adam is going to see about giving them to the winners. Kilmarnock We have had an offer from Kilmarnock Motorcycles of discounts to Club Members. Motorcycles This could be around 5%, with the discount going to either the Club or the member. It was decided that all discounts should go to the Club member. Thistle Rally at On the 21st & 22nd February the Forth Valley Motor Cycle Club are holding the Thistle Rally at Strathyre. This is a camping weekend and open to all motorcyclists. At the moment there are 15 Avon Valley members going and anyone else who would like to come along will be made very welcome. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
3/3/70
Attendance Minutes Switch New Locks
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd MARCH 1970 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 21 members were present. The minutes of the February Business Meetings were read and these were adopted and seconded by Dave Arlott and Ian Baxter respectively. Arising from the minutes Adam Brownlie assures us that a Switch is on order and hope to have it for next week. Ian Baxter proposed new locks on the doors and this was seconded by Ian Lang. Frank Gregory said he would get the locks and would get 6 keys cut for the top door and a dozen for the bottom door.
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Gestetner & Roneo Machine
Tent
Annual Dinner and Dance
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Scramble Advertising
Frank Gregory informed us that the Kettle holds 8 pints and fills 24 cups at a time and costs about £2. Frank has also got the Urn but it is just a matter of uplifting it from where he works. It holds 5 gallons and costs about £3 10/-. Fraser Scott informed us about the Gestetner & Roneo Machine. He can get one for about £35 but it is only for use by hand and the Committee informed Fraser that it must be an electric one. Fraser said he could get an electric one for £45 overhauled and guaranteed. Dave Arlott proposed that we should go ahead and buy it and this was seconded by Ian Baxter. It was left in Fraser Scott’s hands to get one. Since the last Business Meeting Adam Brownlie informed members that he had been speaking to the Scouts about the state of their tents and has managed through them to get in touch with a firm who deal with tents. We can get a 20’ x 20’ marque (British Army type) reconditioned for £55 or a grade 1 new for £75 and £5 carriage road haulage or by rail. Ian Lang proposed to go ahead and this was seconded by John Brown. Frank Gregory also suggested that he might manage to get a tent so it was left to Frank to find out and contact Adam before next Wednesday. Regarding the Annual Dinner and Dance Jimmy Clark and Adam Brownlie provisionally booked the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride, for Friday 18th December but we must give the manager a definite answer tonight as another party is after the same night. The dearest dinner is equivalent to the Eglinton Arms cheapest. Between 120 & 140 would be a good number. He dance floor area is lovely and there are four members in the band with two singers. The cost is 16gns. And a female M.C. and we think they will provide a good night. It is a resident band the manager has engaged for two years on a Friday night and Bill Parkers band was up in price by quite a bit this year & we feel we should try and keep the price of our tickets down; but we will invite him to play at our 21st Dinner & Dance which we hope to hold in October. The manager also guaranteed that he would put a waitress on for every ten meals and if we so wanted it the meal could be finished by 9pm. Fraser Scott proposed that we go ahead and confirm the booking and this was seconded by Frank Gregory. There is also ample car space. The bank balance stands at £283 7/2d plus Accident Fund which stands at £40. There are no outstanding bills except no electricity bill has been paid since last April. We have now read the meter and will post one of the cards that the electricity board sent to us this week. Ian Lang moved adoption of the Treasurers report and this was seconded by Glen Cuthbertson. A letter was received from Leswyn Cards Limited, regarding Fund Raising Scheme for Clubs. There are two types of biro, one with a 44% and the other with a 60% profit with the Club name on the biros. One gross would cost £5. There are also other things which we could get but decided against it at this stage. The advertising for the Scramble will be put in the local press by Adam Brownlie and Andy Hardie. Pat Darge is seeing about the Motor Cycle magazines & is contacting the Red Cross. 150 blank posters have been sent away for and we will need to see about window stickers. Adam Brownlie is going to see about getting it advertised on the television. Last year Players No.6 supported the Championship Scramble but as yet they have not said if they are going to do it this year. Jock Millar informed us that
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8/4/70
Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report Switch
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 8th APRIL at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 23 members were present. The minutes of the March Business Meetings were read and these were adopted and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood and Ian Baxter respectively. There was no Treasurers report as the Treasurer was not present. Arising from the minutes Adam Brownlie informed us that he is still trying to get the switch we want. Adam says that it is quite a difficult task to get one these days but there is one on order.
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We have the new locks and Gordon Davies is still fitting them. Andy Hardie has all the keys and they will be sorted out next week. Roneo Machine The Roneo Machine was bought after the last business meeting and it appears to be very good. We will be able to tell more about it after it has run off our 1000 Window Stickers programmes for our Scramble at the end of the month. The window stickers cost £2 17/- & £2 for the big posters. Tent The cheque for the reconditioned tent has been sent and is to be uplifted quite soon. Dinner & Dance Regarding the Annual Dinner & Dance, it was booked after the last business meeting. We have to contact the Queensway about September and pick the menu we want. Summer Programme The Summer Programme is now ready. Players No.6 do not appear to be going to support the Championship Scrambles this year. Rubbish The rubbish upstairs is all going to be burnt unles we can use it in the very near future. Correspondence Electricity bill amounting to £25 for eleven months. British Red Cross A letter from the Red Cross saying they have arranged for the same coverage as last year for our Scramble. S.A.CU. Letter from S.A.C.U. regarding the International Support Fund. Donation costs £1 and anyone interested to see Pat Darge or Adam Brownlie. New Member A letter was received from David Watson of Kirkintilloch about joining the Club and applying for an S.A.C.U. License for road racing. A further letter has been received enclosing his subscription. March Hare Trial The March Hare Trial last Wednesday organised by Richard Thomson was very well organised and was won by Ian Hamilton with Ron Sabey second and Ian Baxter third. Committee Room The Committee Room is being painted by Gilbert Wedgewood and helping him are Douglas Hardie and Jim Craig. Billiard Table There has been nothing done about the billiard table but we would rather see the committee room finished before anything is started on the billiard table. Trossachs Rally Last Saturday there was a meeting at our Clubrooms with the Forth Valley and the Stevenston Clubs with regard to running a rally. It will be a camping weekend based on the similar lines as to the Dragon Rally. Frank Gregory informed us that it was decided initially that they will have a committee separate from the three clubs, having a Rally Committee of three people and the next meeting is on Friday the 1st May. The weekend in question will be June 20 th & 21st organised by the three clubs. The Forth Valley is not an S.A.C.U. recognised Club. Adam Brownlie suggested that our members should try and get them to join the S.A.C.U. since both ourselves and the Stevenston Clubs are affiliated to the S.A.C.U. Frank asked if they could use our tent if it arrived in time. Ian Baxter proposed that we lend the tent and this was seconded by Gordon Davies. The Committee hope to organise a beer tent and hot dogs. The Rally will be held at Loch Venachar near Callender. Scramble Gordon Davies informed the Committee that he would start the toilets this weekend. Ian Baxter has drawn a sketch of what we want. Advertising All the advertising in the motorcycle papers has been seen to and Andy Hardie and Adam Brownlie are seeing to the local papers. Adam Brownlie has sent two photographs to Sheila Duffy to show on Preview on ITV on the Friday before the
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Scramble. Adam is also going to contact Alistair Cameron of the Daily Express and Bill Knox of the Evening Citizen to see if they will give us a write up. There are only 750 cups so we will need to get more cups before the Scramble and we will contact Burton Steele to see if he will get them for us & also ask him if he will do the gate for us. Adam & Andy are going to see about all the catering side next week. There is to much noise leaving the Clubrooms and paint has been poured over one of the bikes so please try & keep the noise down on leaving the Clubrooms. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed.
3/6/70
Attendance Minutes
Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Road Safety Award
Scramble
Trossachs Rally
New Member
THE MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB took place on WEDNESDAY 3rd JUNE 1970, at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. 28 members were present. The minutes of the April Business Meetings were read as no meeting had taken place in May. These were adopted and seconded by Ian Baxter and Adam Brownlie respectively. The Treasurers report followed and showed a bank balance of £183 15/1d. This was adopted by Albert French and seconded by Jimmy Clark. Arising from the Minutes, Adam Brownlie informed us that he can’t get delivery of a switch until August. One had been promised from Simplex this week. A letter from the Loch Lomond Club inviting Club members to their Rest & Be Thankful Hill Climb on Saturday 20th June 1970. Scramble entry forms arrived from the Galloway Club for their Open Scramble on Sunday 28th June 1970, at Castle Douglas. A letter from A.C.U. about the Road Safety Award badges for 1970. This is the last year they are going to offer these badges and the opinion of the Club warrants the badge to Albert Higgins. There was also a letter from C.T. Bowring & Muir Beddall (Home) Ltd., regarding a claim from one of the riders at our Scramble on Sunday 23rd April. The help we got for our Scramble in April was just shocking. Hamish Orr proposed that we send out post cards to all our members asking for help at our next Scramble and this was seconded by Albert French. Ian Baxter and Jimmy Clark offered to write the names and addresses and Pat Darge said she would run them off on the Roneo Machine on cardboard paper. Jock Millar informed us that he would change the date on the board at the Scrambles course on Sunday. The Trossachs Rally on Saturday & Sunday 20/21st June seems to be in order. Members agreed to lend them the tent and Andy Hardie informed us that he would see about insuring the tent during the Trossachs Rally. Bobby Smith will be looking after the tent during the Trossachs Rally. We have a new member in Stewart MacLachlan and we have to thank Stewart for getting such a good supply of arm bands.
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Hire of Tent
No Gas Committee Room 21st Supper Dance
It is the opinion of the Club members that we get a new set of flags. It is proposed that we purchase a set of 12 Red, 12 Yellow, 1 Start, 1 Last lap, & 1 Chequered flag. Adam Brownlie proposed that we look into the costs and this was seconded by Jimmy Clark. Douglas Smith was up asking to see if we would hire out our tent. If we are going to lend it at all, Ian Baxter proposed that we charge £5 and this was seconded by Frank Gregory. In the end it was left to the Committee to decide on who gets the tent and of course the Scouts get a loan of it without any charge. We have had no gas for two weeks and don’t understand why it has been turned off. Pat Darge is going to write to find out the position. The Committee room requires to be finished off and Hamish Orr informed us that Gilbert and himself would see to it. Our 21st Supper Dance will be held in October and Ian Baxter is going to enquire at the Bucks Head, Strathaven. This being all the business the meeting was then declared closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 11-11-70
A.G.M. 30/9/70
Attendance Chairman
Minutes Treasurers Report
Football Sweep Subscriptions Scrambles Dinner and Supper Dances Honorarium Fees Tea
THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB for 1970 took place on WEDNESDAY 30th SEPTEMBER, 1970 at the CLUBROOMS, 3 DUNLOP STREET, STRATHAVEN. at 9pm. 21 members attended on this our 21st Anniversary – very appropriate. The Chairman, Hamish Orr, commenced the proceedings by welcoming everyone present. A letter was received from our President, John Clark, apologising for not being able to attend since this was the last night of his garage business having sold out. Willie Telfer also sent in his apologies for not being present. The minutes of the 1969 A.G.M. were read and these were adopted by Gilbert Wedgewood and seconded by Jimmy Clark. The financial report then followed given once again by the Treasurer, Andy Hardie. A copy of this report had been circulated among the members present for their perusal and from it was seen that the bank balance stood at £439 8/1d. A profit of £48 4/9d for the year. An income of £71 3/5d came from the Football Sweep and our thanks go out here to Ian Lang who, unfortunately for us, has moved down to England. Subscriptions amounted to £95 a drop of £10 from last year. Rates & Electricity amounted to approximately £90 which is an increase of about £10. From the two Scrambles we held it was noted that we made just under £200 which is quite something. The two big social nights of the year were a great success even though we lost about £25 but there again we don’t run this as a profit making venture. This year the honoraria fees amounted to £15 divided equally among the Secretary Pat Darge, the Treasurer Andy Hardie and the Football sweep Organiser Ian Lang. There was a drop of £4 in the Tea money which seems to surprise everyone but we have quite a lot of lemonade, crisps & biscuits to sell & we bought a lot of cups this
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year. Also fewer people were up in the summer months and we had no gas for about 4 months. This just about sums up the Financial Report & this was adopted by Dave Arlott and seconded by Mike Stephenson. The Chairman then gave a brief resume of the past year commenting on the Clubs membership which has dropped from 118 to 96 members. The number of Competition Licenses also fell from 68 to 53. Alex George once again proved that he can mix with the best and finish ahead of the big names South of the border. Alex finished 5th in the 250cc event of the North West 200 riding a very rapid Yamaha. Denis Gallagher almost a veteran now, still makes his presence felt. Roy Black & company from Jok Millar country took care of the rough stuff while J.D. Morton & D. Smith kept the Club flag flying for the Trials. Our thanks go out to Ron Sabey and his helpers who did a very good job of finishing painting the Clubrooms. Last A.G.M. I made a few remarks regarding the attendance on Wednesday nights. The trend which became apparent then has not been checked, and this year the weekly attendances have not been very encouraging. I myself have not managed up as often as I would have liked but this was unavoidable, but I hope to make my face more familiar next year. The Chairman also felt that new wood is required at the Helm and this must be given very considerable thought when electing Office Bearers for 1970-1971. Before the election of the Office Bearers the Chairman thanked all retiring Office Bearers in particular our tireless Secretary Pat Darge & Andy Hardie our Treasurer who has done a wonderful job over the years & who informed us that he had no wish to carry on as Treasurer having done it for so many years. Our President, John Clark has always been here or there abouts & we have to thank John for his help. The election of the new Office Bearers duly took place in the customary order and resulted as follows:President John Clark pro. I. Baxter sec. G. Cuthbertson Ian Hamilton proposed that we should have a Vice President & this was seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. It was pointed out that there was no provision in our Constitution for a Vice President. Chairman Dave Arlott pro. Jimmy Clark sec. P. Darge Burt Steele proposed Jimmy Clark for this position & this was seconded by Adam Brownlie; Mike Stephenson proposed Ian Baxter & this was seconded by Dave Arlott, but both Jimmy and Ian declined this position. Dave stated that in 1971 he hoped to be up more if he got his house finished & would make a point of turning up at the Business Meetings. On this basis he said he would be willing to do the Chairman’s job again & all the members seemed in favour of Dave doing it again. Vice Chairman Hamish Orr pro. A. Brownlie sec. Jimmy Clark Secretary Pat Darge pro. A. Brownlie sec. H. Orr Ass. Secretary Jimmy Clark pro. A. Brownlie sec P. Darge Treasurer Adam Brownlie pro. Jimmy Clark sec. A. Hardie Gilbert Wedgewood proposed Ron Sabey & this was seconded by Adam Brownlie. A vote was taken and Adam is our new Treasurer. At this point Jimmy Clark Thanked Andy very much for all his efforts on behalf of all the Club members.
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Winter Programme
Jimmy Clark offered to do this job seeing he is the new Assistant Secretary. Club Captain Ron Sabey pro. I. Baxter sec. M. Stephenson Sweep Organiser Decided to do away with this job meantime. Film Bookings Ian Hamilton pro. Jimmy Clark sec. A. Brownlie Tea Makers May Hamilton and Pat Darge who now seem to be our only lady members. General Committee Our General Committee all volunteered this year & are as follows:Ian Baxter Andy Hardie Bobby Smith John Brown Mike Stephenson said he would go on the Committee until such times as he moves back to England. Sporting Committee Our Sporting Committee is as follows:Ian Hamilton Jimmy McRae Douglas Hardie Glen Cuthbertson with Ron Sabey being the Club Captain Voting cards were then passed out for members to record their nominations for the STANYER TROPHY which is presented annually to the Club member who is considered to have done the most for sport in Scotland or to a committee member who has put a lot of work into motor cycle sport in Scotland and this resulted in a very popular win for Adam Brownlie who was completely taken aback at winning this trophy. This shows our appreciation to Adam for all the work he has put into the Club over all these years & for his work on the S.A.C.U. Committee. The other Trophies already decided by competition were as follows:Avon Valley Trophy Ron Sabey Kittymuir Trophy Norrie Lymburn Presidents Trophy Not yet awarded Road Safety Award Albert Higgins Loudon Trophy Still to be decided Inch Trophy Which is for the best novice will be decided by the Committee. John Clark Trophy Will be decided on the 11th October at the Trial. The Presidents Trial was cancelled on the Day, after only Ron Sabey & Ian Hamilton turned up, with Pat Darge there to marshal. It was a very poor show indeed after all the work Gilbert Wedgewood had put into it. It was decided to try again & run it on the 25th October & hope for a better turn out then. The Secretary informed Club members she would get the Winter Programme made up next week by the Sporting Committee & also a newsletter & send a copy of each
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21st Anniversary Supper & Dance
Annual Dinner & Dance
Films Subscriptions Open Trial
to every member to let them know what is going on in the winter months; and to see if we can get more members appearing on a Wednesday night, mentioning a paragraph about the Presidents Trial & our two main social events. The first being our 21st Anniversary Supper & Dance on Friday 30th October 1970 at the Bucks Head Hotel, Strathaven, from 7:30pm until 1:30am. Tickets may be had from Ian Baxter price 30/-. All those members who were at the try out anniversary supper & dance last year will all agree I’m sure, that it was a great night so come along this year & give us your support. Last year’s Dinner and Dance was another great night. The service left much to be desired and this year we are moving to a new venue. The Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride. The date is Friday 18 th December at 7:30pm & the price of the tickets are 35/- each. We look forward to the usual support from Club members and friends. Gilbert Wedgewood is getting the trophies engraved for us & all members with trophies please return them to Gilbert as soon as possible. There are Castrol films booked for every third Wednesday of the month until March so there should be very good film shows this winter. Club subscriptions for the 1971 season are now due & the secretary will also take money for the Competition Licences anytime now. For our Open Championship Trial on Sunday 11 th October about 20 observers are required. Ron Sabey has done all the work for this trial & would like some helpers on Saturday afternoon, so please try and turn out & support him. This being all the Business the meeting was then declared closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 29-9-71
11/11/70
Minutes
Financial
Correspondence S.A.C.U. Dates
A Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place at the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven on Wednesday 11th November 1970. Twenty members attended. The minutes of the June Business meeting were read, there having been no official meeting other than the A.G.M. in the interim period. The adoption was proposed by Adam Brownlie and seconded by Jock Millar. The Financial report was passed round and adoption was proposed & seconded by Ron Sabey & Ian Hamilton respectively. The bank balance stood at £453-18-1 and cash in hand was £29-12-9: £483-10-10 in all. The bill for rates, £64, had been received but Adam & Andy Hardie were negotiating to have the amount cut and were hopeful of effecting a reduction of around £30. The only relevant correspondence was a sweep ticket offer but after some discussion it was decided, on the proposal of Glen Cuthbertson, to decline the offer. Adam Brownlie attended an S.A.C.U. Delegates meeting in Edinburgh on 8 th Nov. when dates were allocated as follows for the Avon Valley M.C.C. events of 1971. Championship Scramble 25th April Open Scramble 28th August Championship Trial 10th October
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S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Flags
Films 21st Anniversary Dance Dinner Dance
Children’s Xmas Party Other Business
Capitation fees for 96 Avon Valley members were due, this number maintaining our position as the largest Scottish Club, although being pressed by the Loch Lomond Club with 92. The A.G.M. of the S.A.C.U. will be held, probably at Polmont, on 10th January 1971 and we are entitled to send four delegates. Volunteers to date are Ron Sabey, Adam Brownlie, and probably Pat Darge. Members are asked to convey, through the Club, proposals to the delegates before this date. Flag’s for Scramble. Adam had not received replies from the two firms he contacted so our Chairman, Dave Arlott volunteered that if the Club met the cost of the material, his wife would make up the flags. Our thanks to Dave and Edna! Our Secretary gave a resume of the films (all Castrol) to be shown on the third Wednesday of each month from November till March and this promises to be the best winter in this respect for many years. The 21st Anniversary Dance in the Bucks Head Hotel, Strathaven on 30th October was not as well attended as might have been hoped for but our thanks are due never the less to Ian Baxter for a lot of time and work in organisation. The annual Dinner Dance and presentation of trophies is scheduled for Dec. 18th in the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride and a large turnout is hoped for. Tickets from Pat Darge at 35/- each. th The Children’s Christmas Party will be in the Clubrooms on Saturday Dec. 12 . The preceding Wednesday evening will be devoted to decorating the Clubrooms. Angus Campbell undertook to try to obtain a Santa Clause outfit. Tom Arlott pointed out that the notice at the Scramble course had been blown down, and Jock Millar thought some draining at the far end of the course would be advisable. He hoped to be able to ‘acquire’ some tiles for this purpose. Ron Sabey proposed to run a Trial at Stonehouse on a Restricted Permit for the Avon Valley, Loch Lomond & Stevenston Clubs. Date January 3rd. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 2-12-70
2/12/70
Minutes Treasurers Report
A Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held in the Clubrooms, 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven on Wednesday 2nd December 1970. Fifteen members were present. The minutes of the November Business meeting were read and adoption was proposed by Jock Millar and seconded by Ian Sweeney. In the absence of a detailed statement Adam reported the overall situation to be little changed from last month. Nothing further had developed in relation to the Rates situation. To be paid were Electricity and Gas bills and also Honoraria to last year’s office bearers. Payment was proposed and seconded by Ian Baxter and Mike Stephenson respectively.
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Dance Children’s Party
Hamilton Club Club Trial Confined Trial
Ties
Two letters were read out by the Secretary. The first from a prospective member, James McCafferty and the second from Alistair Cameron of Lochaber Club, the winner of our open Trial to say he will attend our Dinner Dance with a party of three. Pat announced that final numbers for the dance must be confirmed next week. Angus Campbell had been unsuccessful in his efforts to obtain a Santa Clause Outfit but at this stage Ian Baxter was still hopeful. Ian Sweeney was press-ganged into being Santa, outfit or no outfit! We are indebted to members for promises of equipment as follows:- Record Player – Dave Arlott: Xmas Tree – Jim Malone (one was eventually chopped down in his father’s front garden): Films – Gilbert Wedgewood: Floor Scrubber – John Brown. Pat intimated she would write to Bill Yates of the Hamilton Club inviting them to visit th us on Wednesday 27 January. We are looking for ideas for that evening. A Club Trial would be held at Stonehouse on Sunday first at 11am. The Sporting Committee were to arrange a trial on Sunday 3rd January and were proposing to invite riders from Dalmellington, Stevenston and Loch Lomond Clubs. It was hoped to provide small trophies. Adam outlined an offer from J.V.R. Rawlius, Huddersfield to supply Club Ties and he was asked to obtain a sample for approval. This concluded the business and the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 6-1-71
6/1/71
Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Queensway Bill
The first Business Meeting of 1971 was held on the 6th January in the Clubrooms at which sixteen members were in attendance. The minutes of the last Business Meeting on 2nd Dec. were read. Adoption was proposed by Gilbert Wedgewood, seconded by Ian Sweeney. Adam Brownlie circulated a copy of his Treasurers report wich showed the bank balance to be £360-18-11d and cash in hand £197-7-7d. The Accident Fund stands at £40. Bills were outstanding for material for our Santa Clause outfit for £2-10-0d and for the Dinner Dance at the Queensway, East Kilbride amounting to £165-10-0d. Payment of these sums was proposed by Jim Malone and seconded by John Brown. Pat had received a reply from the Hamilton Club Secretary, Bill Yates, confirming the date of their visit to us on 27th January. The Chairman asked for a good turnout of members. The S.A.C.U. A.G.M. will take place on 17th January at 2pm. We are entitled to four delegates over and above Adam Brownlie who serves on the management committee. Volunteers to date are Ron Sabey, Willie Telfor, Ian Sweeney, and provisionally John Brown. Adam Brownlie and Jimmy Clark were asked to pay the outstanding bill at the Queensway Hotel after discussing with the manager some salient points relating to the bill, the meal and the service generally. Assuming satisfactory guarantees on these points the members were instructed to book again for our dance in December 1971.
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Miss Darge outlined details of the three Castrol films to be shown at the film show later in the month. While on the subject of films Jimmy Morton mentioned a project which is currently in the minds of some enthusiasts in the area, i.e. for some Clubs, say, Avon Valley, Loch Lomond, Stevenston, Dalmellington and Galloway to pool resources in making a film of Motor Cycle Sport and Club Life in the West of Scotland. The idea was received favourably and Jimmy will keep us in touch with any developments. The Annual Sorn Motor Cycle Club Dance would take place this year on the 26th February and 40 tickets were to be reserved for the Avon Valley. The meeting ended with some discussions on Scramble topics; (a) Gilbert Wedgewood suggested a proper clean out upstairs and an inventory of Scrambles equipment. (b) It was suggested a common letter be composed and duplicated to firms requesting Scrambles material, especially banners. (c) Adam to obtain plywood from Jock Millar and contact his sign-writer friend re a new notice for display at the course. (d) Jock Millar is still hopeful of obtaining drainage tiles for the wet end of the course but to date has not found any in a remote enough location!! To forestall any further admissions of larcenous intent the Chairman, Dave Arlott, declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 3-2-71
3/2/71 A monthly business meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was held on 3rd February 1971 in the Clubrooms. 25 members were in attendance. Mins. The minutes of the January meeting on 2nd Dec. were read and adopted on proposal of Gilbert Wedgewood, seconded by John Brown. Chairman’s remarks The Chairman gave a brief resume of the months happenings and accorded thanks to the members concerned with the arrangements for the recent visit of the Hamilton Club which was an outstanding success. Treasurers Report The treasurer reported after settlement of all accounts a profit of £12-9-11d on the December Dinner Dance. Set against a loss of £3-7-6d for the earlier Supper Dance, we are £9-2-5d in profit on these functions. The bank balance stands at £368-0-0d and cash in hand at £32-8-10d. Correspondence Correspondence was nil, due we hope to the postal strike. Also frozen for this reason & Films was the postal dispatch and receipt of films. If the situation is unchanged by the date of the next show it is proposed to re run some of the January films. S.A.C.U. / A.G.M. Adam Brownlie reported on the recent S.A.C.U. A.G.M. at which the Club was also represented by Willie Telfer, Ron Sabey and Ian Sweeney. New members The Chairman introduced three new members, David Marshall, David Clark and David Watson and we hope to see them as often as possible. Scramble Miss Darge raised the question of whether or not to invite entries for a sidecar class at our Championship Scramble in April. After some discussion it was decided to run the class provided a minimum of eight entries were received by the closing date, two
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3/3/71
Mins Treasurers Report
Correspondence
Fire Escape
Scramble
The Avon Valley M.C.C. March business meeting was held on 3rd March 1971 in the Clubrooms, at which twenty four members were in attendance. The minutes of the February meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Baxter seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. The Treasurer circulated his monthly financial report around the members which showed a bank balance of £360-95p: Cash in hand £34-36½p: Total £395-31½p. The Accident Fund stands at £40. Outstanding bills were for £4.95 to the Motor Cycle News: £1-88 for engraving and £3-36p to Roneo Vickers for ink. Payment was proposed and seconded by Burton Steele and Ian Hamilton. Due to the postal strike there was no correspondence. The Chairman reminded members we had an invitation to visit the Hamilton Club on Friday 12th March and 10 members promised to attend. The Chairman also mentioned the faulty heater in the Clubroom which had been discussed at a previous meeting, had now been repaired by Douglas Hardie. At the February business meeting the Club had decided to purchase a fire escape for £35. We now had an offer of a further fire escape for £60 for the two. After some debate it was agreed on proposal of Gilbert Wedgewood seconded by Jock Millar to accept this offer. A closed to Club Trial would be held on Sunday 7th March at 12 noon under the auspices of Ian Baxter. It was suggested and agreed that for the forthcoming Scramble the entry fee be increased from 15/- to 80p. Admission for spectators to remain at 20p. Catering prices to be considered in light of costs nearer the time. Jock Millar has managed to procure some tiles and intends having the drains dug very soon. Jock and Gilbert Wedgewood will scout around for the most favourable prices for fencing stabs. Adam will put up the sign at the course and will heck with Jimmy McInally that everything is in order. There being no further business the Chairman, Dave Arlott, closed the meeting. {signed} – D. Arlott 7-4-71
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The April Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. took place in the Clubrooms on Wednesday 7th April 1971. Twenty four members were in attendance. The meeting commenced later than usual and members were asked to confine business to the necessary minimum. The minutes of the March meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Glen Cuthbertson seconded by John Brown. Adam Brownlie the Treasurer reported a bank balance of £245-95, cash in hand £4350, Accident Fund £40. Total £328-45. Outstanding bills were for duplicating paper £17-50: electricity £15: Permit Fees £2-50. Payment was proposed by Mike Stephenson seconded by Andy Hardie. Adam forwarded a request from S.A.C.U. Secretary, Arnott Moffat for the Club to undertake the catering at the Forthcoming Bulmer’s Scramble at Carstairs on Saturday 17th April. It was considered by the members that the very short notice given to us combined with our own commitments in organisation of the forthcoming Scramble at Chapelton forced us regretfully to decline Mr Moffat’s invitation. With regards to this (our own) Scramble the Chairman, Dave Arlott announced work parties would be at the course the next two Wednesday evenings and on Saturday before the event for fencing and putting up ropes. Jock Millar had managed to dig the drains at the wet end of the course and the Club is again indebted to him. The Chairman commented on the recent very pleasant evening spent by some members as guests of the Hamilton Club. It was also gratifying that sufficient interest was shown by Avon Valley members to outnumber the host club and that sufficient resource was found to beat them in the, as usual interesting competition, which they organised. In face of the uninviting gaze of the Chairman, no further business was forthcoming and the meeting was closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 2-6-71
2/6/71
Minutes
Correspondence
The Avon Valley business meeting for June 1971 took place in the Clubrooms on Wednesday 2nd June. 14 members were present. There having been no business meeting in May, the minutes of the April meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Tom Arlott and seconded by Stewart Thompson. The Chairman David Arlott briefly summarised the April Scramble saying how well it had gone, helped greatly by having so many helpers from the Club and friends out with the Club. The Secretary, Miss Darge, read a letter indicating the Schoolboy Scramblers having connections with the Forfar Club would be attending that Clubs Scramble on August the 22nd and it was pointless therefore for us to include this class at Chapelton on the same day. Pat was still pressing Castrol for the T.T. Production Race film and also for some new films recently released.
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Adam did not have a statement prepared but was able to report a bank balance including the Accident fund of £408.65. Bills of “22.71 for electricity and 1 for gas had been paid the usual £3 donation to the Red Cross was still outstanding. Payment was proposed and seconded by Bill Malone and John Miller. There was a general feeling we should invest in some new public address equipment for the Scrambles. Adam Brownlie undertook to investigate prices, availability etc. of current models and report back. Jock Millar was still anxious to have some repairs to the course at Chapelton carried out and it was suggested a work party would turn out on Saturday first. In his absence, Ron Sabey had requested the Chairman to convey his concern as to the lack of communication with the press, notably the Scottish Clubman. The point being perfectly valid was accepted by Press Secretary who suffered the rebuke in a dignified silence, broken only to offer to stand down in face of greater enthusiasm. But, great enthusiasm remaining anonymous, the Press Secretary will carry on and endeavour to improve his ways. On this sombre note and there being no further business, the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 29-9-71
1/9/71 The monthly business meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for September 1971 was held on the 1st day of the month in the Clubrooms. There were 23 members in attendance. The minutes of the June business meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Sweeney seconded by Tom Arlott. There was no correspondence. The treasurer said a full financial report was being prepared for the forthcoming A.G.M. but in the meantime the Club was still solvent with a bank balance of £248-65 and cash from the August Scramble still to be deposited. Chairman The Chairman said he wished to express his appreciation of the support of members in working parties before and after the recent Scramble at Chapelton. Repairs to Scramble The Committee had discussed the situation at the Scramble course and were of the Course opinion that something should be done to level out the worst of the bumps and repair damage to grazing. Jock Millar suggested this work could be carried out by Charlie McInally or Bobby Craig. He will make contact and report back in a week. Presidents Trial
The 1971 Presidents Trial organised by Gilbert Wedgewood took place on Sunday 29th August. Some confusion occurred after the lunch check, but in Gilberts defence, Ron Sabey said this was precipitated by some local spectators. The nature of their misdemeanant was not revealed but there were dark mutterings of sign posts being turned and other atrocities not conducive to the smooth running of such a complicated event! The Auldhouse computer had so far failed to unravel the score
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Table Tennis Bats Fire Escapes
Open Trial
Noise in Dunlop St.
sheets sufficiently to announce a winner but we are assured this will be forthcoming in due course. Undaunted Gilbert Wedgewood next proposed buying some new Table Tennis bats. This was seconded by Bill Malone. Ian Hamilton asked for definition of the current situation on the Fire Escapes. Some discussion ensued terminating in a promise to obtain suitable fixing bolts by Gilbert Wedgewood. Ron Sabey announced arrangements were well in hand for the Open Trial on 10 th October and he will be looking for definite names for marshalling etc. nearer the end of the month. Purchase of tea and pies was approved by the Club. Ron also reported complaints from neighbours in Dunlop St. about excessive noise at night when members are leaving. The Chairman asked for full co-operation of members on this point, even to the extent of freewheeling bikes out of the street altogether before starting up. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed with a reminder of the A.G.M. on September 29th. {signed} – D. Arlott 6-10-71
{A.G.M.} {29/9/71}
Minutes Treasurers Report
President
Chairman
THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEEING 1971 OF THE AVON VALLEY MOTOR CYCLE CLUB commenced at 8:50pm on Wednesday 29th September in the Clubrooms, 7 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. {don’t know where Jimmy Clark got No 7 from} The minutes of the 1970 A.G.M. were read and adopted on proposal of Gilbert Wedgewood seconded by Miss May Hamilton. Adam Brownlie, the Treasurer, had circulated copies of the financial report amongst the members, and at this point he proceeded to explain some of the finer points of it. Briefly: Subscriptions had amounted to £77: Profit from our two Scrambles was some £150: Main items of expenditure were: Electricity £41: Rates £34: Trophies £47 and Fire Escapes £60: Total income for the year was £1047.40 and expenditure £1009-07½p. Leaving a profit for the year of £38.32½p. The bank balance stands at £461.28: Cash in hand £40.93½p: These figures include the accident fund which stands at the moment at the maximum figure of £40. The Financial report was adopted on proposal of Ian Baxter seconded by Ron Sabey. The Chairman thanked the Treasurer for the work that had gone into the report and also Miss May Hamilton and Ron Sabey who acted as auditors. The President, John Clark addressed the meting briefly, noting with satisfaction the continuing prosperity of the Club. He felt the future wellbeing of the Club lay with the young members and to this end he wished to see every encouragement given, both in the sporting field and as active members of the various committees. The Chairman, David Arlott, thanked all the office bearers and committee members for their efforts in the past year and endorsed the President’s
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 remarks in asking young members to be prepared to accept posts in the Committees soon to be elected; particularly as an ever increasing degree of frailty was evident in some of the longer established faces in the Committee room. Election of Office He then invited nominations for the post of Chairman Ian Baxter proposed re-election and this was seconded by Bill Malone. In the absence of any further nominations David Arlott accepted the duties for another year. Vice Chairman It was proposed by Glen Cuthbertson, seconded by Ron Sabey, that this position is, for the present at least, unnecessary and should be eliminated. There were no dissenters to this proposal. Secretary Bill Malone proposed and John Brown seconded reelection. In face of the very popular reaction from the members Miss Darge had little option but to accept. Assistant Sec. Jimmy Clark accepted re-election on proposal of John Miller seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. Treasurer Adam Brownlie agreed to continue to control the exchequer on proposal of Jimmy Clark seconded by John Brown. Press Secretary After a good deal of discussion Jimmy Morton proposed a joint effort by Ron Sabey and Jim Anderson. Both were agreeable to pool notes from different sides of the sport and so a ticklish point was resolved. Club Captain After a vote amongst the members, Ron Sabey was again elected Club Captain. General Committee A lengthy discussion on the merits or otherwise of continuing this committee terminated in a proposal from Jimmy Morton, seconded by Miss Pat Darge to merge the General & Sporting Committees. The Chairman asked if there were any objections to the constitution being changed to this extent. Glen Cuthbertson said he would not be in favour of the new committee being of a set pattern, say 2 scrambles, 2 trials rides etc. The Chairman assured him there was no question of this being the case. The Chairman proposed a Committee of six plus the Club Captain. This was seconded by Jimmy Clark, but on a vote, this was defeated by a proposal by Gilbert Wedgewood seconded by Adam Brownlie for a Committee of five plus the Club Captain. General & Sporting Nominations were now invited; Committee Nomination Proposer Seconder John Miller J. Anderson K Stuart Ian Hamilton W. Malone G. Wedgewood John Brown J. Miller T. Arlott Ian Sweeney I. Hamilton W. Malone Bill Malone M. Hamilton I. Hamilton Glen Cuthbertson R. Sabey I. Sweeney Tom Arlott P. Darge J. Anderson
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Stanyer Trophy
Trophies
Chairman’s Announcements
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Stuart Thomson John Clark A. Brownlie Tom Kenny R. Sabey I. Hamilton Probably remembering the Chairman’s earlier remarks three of the ‘frailer’ old members declined acceptance, i.e. John Miller, John Brown, & Stuart Thomson. After the usual vote by show of hands the General & Sporting Committee for 1971/72 emerged as follows:Ian Hamilton Ian Sweeney Bill Malone Glen Cuthbertson and Tom Arlott. The next item was the ballot for the Stanyer Trophy – Awarded for outstanding contribution to motorcycling whether in the sporting field or in organisation. This year we had the best of both worlds with the trophy going, very popularly to Ron Sabey for his tireless organisation and his efforts in the Trials world. The other Trophy winners were announced by the Chairman as follows:Loudon Trophy (To be advised.) Avon Valley Cup Ian Hamilton Presidents Trophy Ron Sabey Kittymuir Trophy Peter Reid Inch Trophy (To Be advised.) John Clark Trophy (Result of trial on 10th Oct.) Dave then reminded members subscriptions were now due – still at the bargain price of £1. Films have been booked by Pat for the winter season to be shown, as usual, on the third Wednesday of each month. The Queensway Hotel is booked again for the Annual Dance in December and tickets will be on sale in due course. The Children’s Xmas Party will be held as is normal in the Clubrooms. Ron Sabey proposed the rule which permits points for organising events to be awarded only once per year per member be abolished. After some debate the proposal was modified to award points to an organiser of numerous events on a decreasing scale; i.e. Six for his first event, Five for the second and so on. The proposal was seconded by Glen Cuthbertson and accepted by the Club. It was proposed by Ian Hamilton and seconded by Bill Malone that car drivers should not be eligible for points in Club events, but a counter proposal by Jimmy Clark seconded by Miss Darge to maintain the ‘Status Quo’ so as to preserve the interest in these events of a wider section of the members, was successful in a vote. The Treasurer requested the sanction of the Club to change the location of the Bank Account, from the Hamilton Branch of the Glasgow Savings Bank, to the Royal Bank, East Kilbride. This was agreed. Glen Cuthbertson asked for a copy of the Clubs Constitution to be displayed on the notice board. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 27-9-72
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 BM Oct. 71 The first MONTHLY BUSINESS MEETING of the Club since the A.G.M. took place in the Clubrooms on Wednesday 6th October 1971 24 Members were present. Mins The minutes of the September meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Bill Malone seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. Treasurer The Treasurer had not compiled a financial statement since last week’s A.G.M. but he was pleased to report an increase in funds of £17.92, from tea money and 14 annual subscriptions. Correspondence The only correspondence to report was a letter from the Red Cross and a receipt for £6.30p. Chairman’s Remarks Our Chairman, David Arlott, reminded members of the first Film Show of the Winter season would be on Wednesday 20th inst. He announced that copies of the Winter Programme would be distributed next week. He asked Adam Brownlie and Jimmy Clark to contact the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride, re the arrangements for the Clubs Annual Dance in December. Trial The Open Trial organiser Ron Sabey said he now had sufficient observers for the event next Sunday but any more would be welcome. Fire Escapes On the question of the Fire Escapes Gilbert Wedgewood has so far been unable to procure the fixing bolts but he has organised a drill and bit so action is anticipated. Scalextric Ron Sabey was anxious to re-establish the Scalextric as a going concern. It was proposed and seconded that £10 be allocated, initially, to be spent at the discretion of the Committee to enable the task to be completed. This concluded the evenings business and the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 3-11-71 3-11-71
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The Monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club for November 1971 was held on the 3rd day of the month in the Clubrooms. There were 20 members in attendance. The minutes of the October Business Meeting were read by Miss Pat Darge in the absence of Mr Jimmy Clark and these were adopted by Ian Sweeney & seconded by Tom Arlott. Adam Brownlie reported the income to date to be £527.85. The Bank balance stands at £439.40 plus Cash in hand of £60.82 with an expenditure of £27.63. A belated request for our Rates of £29.40 came via Andy Hardie. When everyone else’s rates are going up, ours came down from £33 14/8d. This report was adopted by John Brown and seconded by Ian Hamilton. The only correspondence was a letter from the S.A.C.U. about the Annual Dates Meeting on the 19th November in Grangemouth. Two members normally attend this meeting. Ian Sweeney and Bill Malone offered to go along. We have provisionally put forward Sunday 13th August 1972 for a National Scramble but hope to get it changed
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to a later date in August or early September. Our Championship Scramble is on Sunday 30th April 1972 and the Championship Trial is on Sunday 8th October 1972. Arising from the October Minutes about the fire escapes – about 20 holes have been drilled in the wall so at least some action has started on them. A gift of track was received from Jimmy Clark & Brian Hook as well as one car from Adam Brownlie. A layout has been designed occupying 8’ x 11’. A Committee Meeting is proposed after this meeting to decide where to put the track & also about buying another car. 15 bread boards are required as a suitable base. Pat Darge informed the Club members that when she sells the last four packets of Christmas cards the Club will have made £4.50 for their funds. Tickets have been printed and are now on sale from Pat Darge for our Annual Dinner th & Dance in the Queensway, East Kilbride on Friday 17 December at 7:30pm at the same place as last year but instead of 35/- now at the new decimal rate of £1.75. 120 tickets are on sale and as usual it will be first come first served. The Original constitution was produced at this meeting and it was agreed that after perusal of minutes of past meetings a revised Constitution will be printed. Ron Sabey is going to look into having the trophies engraved on our premises & is going to obtain a price for this engraving. The General & Sporting Committee will decide on the Inch and Loudon Trophy winners after this meeting. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 1-12-71
{1-12-71} The Business Meeting for December 1971 was convened on the 1st day of the month in the Clubrooms. 30 members were present. Mins The minutes of Novembers Meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ron Sabey seconded by Brian Hook. Treasurers Report The Treasurer Adam Brownlie announced that, as had been approved at the A.G.M. in September, the location of the Clubs bank account had now been changed to the Royal Bank, East Kilbride. The account stands at £401.41. Cash in hand is £66.69. Correspondence The only correspondence was a letter from Peter Reid thanking the Club for the Kittymuir Trophy and accepting the offer of two tickets for the dance and presentation in the Queensway, East Kilbride on the 17th. The Secretary has now forwarded the tickets. S.A.C.U. A brief report on the S.A.C.U. Dates Meeting which had been held on November 19 th at Grangemouth was given by Bill Malone who had represented the Club with Ian Sweeney. Scalextric The work on the Scalextric layout is now well in hand but is running into financial difficulties and to meet this Ron Sabey asked that the £10 which was set aside for this purpose be increased to £15. Glen Cuthbertson seconded this proposal and it was passed without opposition. Chairman’s Remarks In course of his remarks the Chairman, David Arlott, said that to date approximately 100 tickets had been sold for the forth coming Dinner Dance but we had high hopes
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of improving further on this figure. He noted that the Clubs chances of breaking even financially on the dance were dependant on, (a) the sale of a reasonable number of tickets and (b) the raffle which we organised at the Dance. Ha appealed for donations of prizes to help make this item a success. Members were reminded of the usual work night devoted to cleaning and decorating the Clubroom on the evening prior to the Children’s Party, which this year is to be on Saturday December 11th. Ian Sweeney was forcibly persuaded to be Santa Clause again but he seemed quite happy to say yes. The Chairman also reminded members of the proposed visit on January 26th of the Hamilton Club to us. Ideas for the evening’s entertainment would be appreciated. It was announced that the General & Sporting Committee had decided to award the Inch Trophy to Tom Rampling but no competitor in Open events had submitted a claim in time, so it was decided not to award the Loudon Trophy this year. Jimmy Clark said it had been the practice for years for the Committee to estimate from their combined knowledge of the sport who the winner of the Loudon Trophy was and proposed the decision not to award it this year be reconsidered. John Brown seconded the proposal. Ron Sabey and Bill Malone respectively counter proposed and seconded the Committee’s decision should stand; this was carried in the ensuing vote. The Inaugural meeting of the Glasgow and West of Scotland Vintage Club will be in the Uplawmoor Hotel on Sunday 12th Dec. and will be attended by Ron Sabey and Ian Hamilton. Ron Sabey asked if in future Business Meetings could commence earlier to allow the Committee to have a meeting afterwards. The Chairman said every effort would be made to have future meetings underway at 8pm. In view of the decision not to award the Loudon Trophy having been made by the Committee, less the Office Bearers, Jimmy Clark requested that in future major decisions should be made only by the full Committee. A good deal of discussion followed but there was general agreement on this point: In fact Ron Sabey suggested the Office Bearers should attend the monthly Committee Meetings held after each Business Meeting. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 5-1-72
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The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for January 1972 commenced at 8:35pm on Wednesday the 5th in the Clubrooms. 24 members were in attendance. The minutes of the meeting of December 1971 were read and adopted on proposal of Tom Arlott seconded by Bill Malone. Correspondence; The Secretary read a letter from S.A.C.U. Secretary Arnott Moffat, re the Club Delegates Meeting at Stirling on January 16 th at 2pm. The Club has 81 affiliated members and are therefore entitled to 4 delegates. There was
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notification and posters from the Hamilton Club regarding the next session of the RAC-ACU Training Scheme commencing on Sunday 9th January at 10:30am. There would be no Treasurer’s report this month due to the financial wizard being indisposed. The Chairman commenced his round up of current events by stating 116 members and guests had attended the Annual Dinner Dance in December. A few unfavourable comments had been received about the meal but overall reaction was very good indeed. Ron Sabey has organised a night rally for Wednesday 12th January at 7:30pm Castrol Films were booked for Wednesday 19th; Wednesday 26th is scheduled for the annual visit from the Hamilton Club and the box on the wall is intended for suggestions for ways to spend that particular evening and for the summer programme. The Chairman remarked on the frequent unseemly condition of the Clubrooms due mainly to members reluctance to put used cups, crisp papers and occasionally half eaten fish suppers into the rubbish bins. It would help greatly if the first members into the Clubrooms each week would sweep the floor and generally tidy up. The Chairman also reminded members that subscriptions have been due since the A.G.M. The following four members, Miss May Hamilton, Tom Arlott, Ian Sweeney & Glen Cuthbertson volunteered to attend the S.A.C.U. Delegates meeting at Stirling. May Hamilton asked to be given a key to the store/cupboard and this was agreed by the members. Ron Sabey and Glen Cuthbertson had attended the inaugural meeting on the West of Scotland Vintage Club and reported a Committee had been formed and the Club would meet on the First Monday of each month in the Uplawmoor Hotel. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 2-2-72
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The February Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. commenced at 9:15pm on Wednesday the 2nd in the Clubrooms. The minutes of the January’s meeting were read and adoption was proposed by Ian Sweeney seconded by John McLean. The Secretary Pat Darge couldn’t recall any correspondence so it was presumed there had been none. The Treasurer Adam Brownlie, announced the current financial situation to be as follows:- Income to date, £800.11p: Expenditure £160.97: Bank balance £401.41: Cash in hand £237-73p. The unusually large amount of cash in hand was accounted for by the outstanding bills which had to be settled. Namely £202-33p to the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride, i.e. the account for 116 meals, 10% service charge, late licence and band. £1.68 was due to G. Wilson, baker, for sausage rolls etc. for the visit of the Hamilton Club to us. The total income from the Annual Dance was
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£202.94p which means a loss {profit?} to the Club of 39p on the function representing a fair bit of estimating by the organisers. The S.A.C.U. A.G.M. held in Stirling on January 16th had been attended by the appointed delegation from the Club and a brief report was given by Ian Sweeney. A proposal was passed to the effect that from 1973 the Scottish Scrambles Championship would be decided on 5 events for under 300cc machines and 5 for over 300cc. Two races each meeting, aggregate points to count. A motion to standardise prize money at all Championship meetings was rejected. Races will be 15 minutes plus one lap duration and this time will be increased annually until in the opinion of the committee a satisfactory point is reached, possibly 30 minutes plus 1 lap. The Chairman’s resume of current affairs began with thanks to the members who gave up a Tuesday evening to clean up the Clubrooms and dispose of innumerable sacks of rubbish. He appealed again to the members to co-operate in keeping the place tidy. Further re-appealing, the Chairman said to date 55 members were paid up and those who had not yet done so should please make moves in this direction as soon as possible. A Closed to Club trial will be held on Sunday 6th February at the old Scramble course at Stonehouse. Wednesday 16th is the date of the next film show and films are by courtesy of B.S.A. The following club night i.e. the 23rd will be devoted to sorting out the Scrambles gear which at the moment is in an advanced state of disarray in the loft. Enquiries at Black of Greenock had shown that toilet tents would cost in the region of £10 each and it was felt as they would be only used twice per year (per person) that this was rather expensive, pressing though the need may be. As an uneasiness was suddenly apparent amongst the members the Chairman wisely decided to terminate the meeting. {signed} – D. Arlott 1-3-72
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Minutes Correspondence
Treasurers Report
The Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for March 1972 was held on Wednesday the 1st in the Clubrooms. There were 20 members in attendance. The minutes of the February’s Meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Hamilton seconded by Tom Arlott. The Secretary, Miss Pat Darge read the correspondence: Lanarkshire Road Safety Committee would like a representative from the Club to attend there meetings, four times annually. Dave Arlott and Ian Sweeney undertook to attend on March 13th. 100 copies of Duckhams magazine ‘Quest’ had been received by the Club. Window Stickers for Aprils Scramble are now to hand. The Treasurer, Adam Brownlie reported income to date of £813.15: expenditure £412.30: Bank Balance 3361.41: Cash in hand £39.71: The accident Fund stands at £40. An account for £27 for lapel badges has been paid. Adoption of the
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financial statement was proposed and seconded by Richard Thomson and Miss May Hamilton respectively. David Arlott, the Chairman announced that the Bulmer’s Scramble which last year had been run at Carnwath to a very disappointing spectator attendance had compelled the S.A.C.U. to look for a more profitable venue and most likely is the Clubs course at Chapelton. The landowner Mr McInally had been contacted and is agreeable, as in turn are the Club members who undertook to render any assistance required by the S.A.C.U. in way of fencing, marshalling, etc. At the time of speaking to Mr McInally about the Bulmer’s Scramble, Adam Brownlie & Jimmy Clark also raised the question of the old caravan which is parked at the side of the course and which it is felt would be an asset for storing scrambles gear. The position is as follows; The owner of the Caravan owes Mr McInally some £30 for back rent for the site and Mr McInally feels he could probably buy the caravan for this sum or very little more. The Club members agreed this should be followed up and also the rent for keeping the caravan there should be ascertained. The Chairman stated that to date 63 members had paid annual subscriptions. Would members and regular attenders, not yet paid up, do so soon. Fraser Scott reported that the Scottish Sporting Car Club are negotiating with Kings the contractors for purchase of the quarry to the left of the Strathaven/Darvel road. Planning permission is proving difficult and the Car Club is looking for names to use in support of their case. After some discussion it was agreed that Fraser should indicate we would be interested from the point of view of Scrambles but their after we should keep a watching brief. Ian Hamilton appealed for Scalextric transformers as the present ones were are defunct. Adam Brownlie said he would take them away and attempt repairs. The summer programme has been compiled and Pat will type and produce copies within the next week or so. No further business was forthcoming and so the meeting was closed by the Chairman. {signed} – D. Arlott 5-4-72
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Mins Correspondence Treasurer
The April Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. commenced at 9pm in the Clubrooms on Wednesday the 5th. Twenty three members were in attendance The minutes of the March’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Bobbie Thomson seconded by Willie Hill. There was no correspondence. There were no bills outstanding. The Treasurer announced income to date of £827.49; expenditure £422.53 leaving a balance of £404.96 of which £368.91 was in the bank and £36.05 was cash in hand. The Chairman notified members of a request from East Kilbride Scouts for a loan of our tent for a weekend about the 2rd of June. We had used their tent on a number of occasions in the past and the loan was unanimously agreed.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Ian Sweeney and Dave Arlott had attended on behalf of the Club, a meeting of the Lanarkshire Road Safety Committee in the County Buildings, Hamilton. The Club was entertained to a brief but numerous resume of events. During the evening both Dave & Ian qualified as bicycle examiners and have badges to prove it! I may add however that any hope this information may have carried of earning the two gentlemen the lucrative posts of scrutineers at our Scramble fell on stoney ground. Various pattern cards including one with our Club badge had been received from a firm in Preston, Lancashire. The cost of the ties would be about £1.20 each for an order of 5 dozen, decreasing slightly for larger numbers. Some discussion followed but there seemed to be a bias in favour of cloth badges for anoraks etc. It was decided to put a notice on the board to find what demand there is for ties and also to make enquiries th th into the cost of cloth badges. On the 25 and 29 April working parties will be at the Scramble course and the Chairman asked for as many members as possible to give assistance. The fire escapes have so far not been called into use which in their present state is indeed fortunate. To Rectify this unhappy position the Chairman announced that he and Jimmy Clark would attend to them!! There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting. {signed} – D. Arlott 3-5-72
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The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for May 1972 took place in the Clubrooms on Wednesday the 3rd at 9.20pm. 24 members were in attendance and we were pleased to see Bill Easton, a staunch Club member of many years ago until business took him to England. The minutes of April’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Gilbert Wedgewood seconded by Glen Cuthbertson. The Chairman wished to thank those members who assisted at last Sundays Championship Scramble and at the work sessions prior to it. Although we had no financial report due to the Treasurer having gone to the Scottish Six Day Trial, it is fairly certain the Scramble would clear its self in spite of the adverse weather. On the question of the fire escapes, the Chairman was able to avoid some embarrassment by stating the bolts were on order and early action could be expected. It is likely that poor Tom Arlott will be detailed to carry out some of the work, with a view to keeping out of the way of the local constabulary with whom he has been at cross purposes of late. Correspondence: 150 poster blanks to replace the advertising posters have been despatched to us by I.P.E. Press but have not, so far arrived. Dave Arlott will check at the Post Office. A programme of films by Duckhams has been confirmed for next winter and Pat has also contacted W.D. & H.O. Wills on the same subject. Some discussion then followed on last Sundays Scramble which was widely agreed to have been of a very high standard; enjoyed by the spectators and riders alike. The inclusion of the School boys was a highly successful innovation.
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It was pointed out by the First Aid people that our stretchers were more likely to cause injury than help to relieve it, so Adam Brownlie is making enquiries with a view to replacing them. The old caravan has been purchased by the Club for £35 and an annual parking rental of £5. It proved to be a great asset at the end of Sunday’s event to those few unfortunate members who got nailed before they could nick away and it is also felt by the Office Bearers that the caravan could be a favourable factor in retaining the course for a few years. The land owner Mr McInally will arrange for a contractor to estimate the cost involved in levelling the worst of the damage caused to the ground and he will make contact with us. This being all the business the Chairman declared the meeting closed.
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After a lapse of three months, attributable to summer holidays etc. the Avon Valley M.C.C. business meeting for September 1972 commenced at 8.50pm in the Clubrooms. Twenty three members were present. The minutes of May’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Sweeney seconded by Glen Cuthbertson. Reference in the minutes to fire escapes and first aid stretchers created some discomfort amongst members of the Committee. The Chairman has undertaken to fix the stretchers; this in addition to an existing half share commitment on the installation of the fire escapes! Pat announced availability of entry forms for various events and Christmas cards on sale in aid of Club funds. There was a letter from Muir Beddall Ltd. Requesting Les Duncan’s address due to his claim for injury sustained at Croft Speed meeting on 8th April. The Treasurer detailed the financial state of the Club as follows:Income to date £1603.30 Exp. “ “ £1085.96 Bank balance £520.95 Accident Fund £40.00 Cash in hand £3.61 Adam anticipated that when the last details are cleared up, the August Scramble will realise a profit of about £90. Our Two Scrambles plus catering at the S.A.C.U./Bulmer’s event on our course, should reward the members efforts with a total combined profit approaching £250. Bills of £7.60 for gas and £1.21 for electricity had been paid. The Accident Fund had paid out £12 each to Les Duncan, Bobby Clark & Ron Sabey. The Chairman, Dave Arlott, summarised some sporting events past and forthcoming. He made it known we had protested to the S.A.C.U. Officials in attendance at the Scramble at the lack of support from the S.A.C.U. and Adam Brownlie was to suggest that a Club should in future organise the event on a sponsored basis. He
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commented on the difficulties in running the August Scramble due to the devastation caused by the contractors who had moved in but commended the efforts of the members who were there before, during and after the event. The recently run Presidents Trial was a notable success due to a good route and more particularly due to the entry reaching double figures. The winner was Richard Thomson. The John Cark Trophy Trial takes place on October 8th. Ron Sabey reported the details are all tied up except for one change of ownership of land but he expects to overcome this point soon. Richard Thomson will take a work-party to the course near the end of the month armed with two new sickles which the Club are to buy. 10 members volunteered to assist at the trial. Ron Sabey proposed and was seconded by Jim Gilliland, that the Club buy 2 sidecar outfits for the Scalextric layout. Adam had serviced the transformers and they should be OK. Bobbie Thomson announced the next session of the RAC/SACU Training Scheme starts on Sunday 10th September at Hamilton using brand new bikes! There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting. {signed} – D. Arlott 4-10-72
1972 AGM
Mins. Financial Report
Chairman
The 1972 Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was convened at 9pm on Wednesday 27th September in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop St., Strathaven. 34 members attended. The minutes of the 1971 A.G.M. were read and adopted on proposal of Glen Cuthbertson and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. The Treasurer, Adam Brownlie, had circulated copies of the financial report amongst the members. This showed the Clubs assets to have strengthened since last year by about £50. The Bank Balance stands at £522.95 Cash on hand at £27.73 A Total of £550.68 Deduct the Accident fund of £40.00 Which leaves a working capital of £510.68 Main sources of income were:Members Subscriptions £84.50 Scrambles £66.00 Scrambles Catering £130.00 The adoption of the report was proposed by Ian Sweeney and seconded by Bobbie Thomson. Thanks were due to Ian Baxter and Richard Thomson who audited the accounts at very short notice. The Chairman David Arlott, apologised on behalf of the President who felt unwell and had to leave before the commencement of the meeting. There was a letter from
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 Ron Sabey who was on holiday and indicating he does not wish to be considered for any office. Willie Telfer also sent apologies for non-attendance. Election of The Chairman thanked the retiring Committee members for their efforts in the Committees preceding year. Where upon Nominations were invited for the various posts and were received as follows:Post Nominee Proposer Seconder Accepted Chairman David Arlott W. Malone A. Brownlie Yes Secretary Patricia Darge B. Thomson T. Arlott Yes Assistant Sec. Jimmy Clark M. Cuthbertson T. Arlott Yes Treasurer Adam Brownlie P. Darge A. Hardie Yes Press Secretary Bobbie Thomson A. Brownlie J. Clark Yes Club Captain Richard Thomson I. Baxter A. Brownlie Ian Hamilton R. Thomson B. Thomson Ian Sweeney Declined On a vote, Ian Hamilton was elected. General R. Thomson G. Cuthbertson M. Cuthbertson and W. Hill W. Malone I. Sweeney Sporting I. Sweeney G. Wedgewood J. Gilliland Committee W. Malone I. Baxter W. Hill T. Arlott P. Darge J. Clark J. McLean B. Thomson J. Clark On the vote, Ian Sweeney was clearly elected and there was a 5 way tie for the remaining four places in the Committee. After a fair deal of discussion Adam Brownlie proposed that the Constitution be changed for one year to include all six. Bobbie Thomson seconded this proposal and there were no dissenters. Trophies The Chairman announced as far as possible the Trophy winners who were …. Avon Valley Cup Ian Hamilton Stanyer Trophy Bobby Steele (decided on ballot of members present) Kittymuir Trophy Norrie Lymburn (Dalmellington Club) Loudon Trophy Points winners to notify the Committee. Inch Trophy To be decided by the Committee (At a meeting following the A.G.M. the Committee awarded the Inch Trophy to John Muldoon) Dinner Dance The Trophies would be presented at the Annual Dinner Dance to be held in the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride on Friday the 22nd December. Dates Application had been made for our usual two Scottish Championship events on the following dates:- 29th April 1973 for the Scramble and the Trial on 7th October. Adam Brownlie proposed applying for a later date than usual for the second Scramble, say in September! There being no further business the Chairman declared the A.G.M. to be closed.
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The monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for October 1972 was held in the Clubrooms on Wednesday the 4th at 9pm. 24 members were present The minutes of September’s meeting were read and after slight correction regarding the type of models to be purchased for the Scalextric layout, were adopted on Proposal of Ron Sabey seconded by May Cuthbertson. There was no correspondence. The Treasurer had not prepared another report since last week’s A.G.M. but he said the funds had improved to the extent of the 19 membership subs which had been received to date. The Chairman took the cue from the Treasurer and again appealed to members to renew their membership now. Pat is still selling Christmas cards the proceeds of which give a welcome boost to the club funds. The Annual dinner Dance will be held on Friday December 22nd at the usual venue, the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride. A good deal of discussion followed on the details of the forthcoming Championship Trial. Arrangements are pretty well in hand but there is some difficulty in the catering side due to the closure (temporary we hope) of the Bobbin Café. Arrangements were made to uplift the small tent and for a supply of stoves etc. Adam Brownlie was to arrange for rolls and sausage and for somebody to cook them. All observers to meet at Preistland Sand Quarry at 10:30am on Sunday. The Chairman asked for all Committee members to attend a meeting in the small room and to bring their ideas for the winter programme; There being no further business he declared the meeting closed.
BM Dec. 72
Treasurers Report
Cheque returned
The monthly Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for December 1972 commenced on Wednesday 6th at 9:15pm in the Clubrooms. Sixteen members were in attendance. The minutes of October’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Glen Cuthbertson seconded by Bobbie Thomson. There was no correspondence. The financial standing of the Club was reported by Treasurer Adam Brownlie, to be as follows:Income to date £622.94 Exp. “ “ £110.84 Bank balance £469.20 Cash in hand £42.90 The Accident Fund is reduced to £16 due to £12 each having been paid to Gordon Craig and Roy Graham. Letters of thanks had been received from both and in fact Roy returned his check to Adam, asking that half the money be used for the
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Children’s Party and half to buy prizes for the Annual Dance. Appreciation of this gesture was strengthened by Roy apologising for his ‘left hand writing’ as he is still unable to use his right since his accident at the North West 200. We hope to see him fully recovered very soon and certainly in time for the start of the racing season! Bills for £30.30p for rates and £11.48p for electricity were outstanding and payment of these was proposed by John Brown and seconded by Ian Sweeney. The Chairman, David Arlott, said the winter programme had been printed by Miss Darge and issued to members. The Open Trial had been run off successfully on October 8th and the Clubs thanks were due to all who had organised and assisted at the event. Bobby Thomson had substituted for the Bobbin Café (in the nicest possible way) by cooking over a hot stove in the tent and so ensuring everyone had some sustenance during the days exertions! Husband Richard obviously benefiting from this sustenance, won the Closed to Club Trial at Stonehouse on Sunday 3rd December and is at present in front in the points race for the Avon Valley Cup. The Chairman said the usual pre children’s party clean-up of the Clubrooms would be on Friday the 15th and volunteers were asked to fall in with mops and pails about 7:30pm. The party its self would be the following day at 2:30pm and Ian (Santa) Sweeney would make a personal appearance. To date 114 tickets have nd been sold for Annual Dance on Friday 22 Dec. Any members’ still requiring tickets should obviously contact Pat as soon as possible. On the question of the necessary roof repairs, highlighted recently by the repeated flooding of our snooker table, Jimmy Clark had written on Wednesday Nov 30 th to our downstairs neighbours, George Moore Ltd., and later Mr McIndoe of that firm telephoned with a proposal to ask Andrew Park of Strathaven to inspect the roof and gutters and submit an estimate of the cost of repairs. On behalf of the club this was provisionally agreed to. Glen Cuthbertson wished to record that progress on the installation of the fire escapes was extremely slow and the Chairman, tiring of this monthly rebuff, said the matter would be attended to forthwith! Glen also wished it to be noted that the Melville club were considering resurfacing East Fortune road racing circuit and if this materialised the Avon Valley might consider some donation towards the cost of the project. In the ensuing void, a usual reaction to the prospect of spending money, the Chairman took the opportunity to declare the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 3-1-73
BM Jan 73 The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for Jan 1973 took place on Wednesday the 3rd commencing at 10:15pm. Eighteen hardy members lined up for the late start which was caused by some of the Committee members visiting Kirlklandpark House with a view to arranging a Club dance, possibly near the end of March.
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Dinner Dance
Engraving Bill Other Business
T.T. bats S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
Social evening
The minutes of Decembers B.M. were adopted on proposal of Richard Thomson seconded by W. Hill. The Chairman, David Arlott, opened his remarks with a word of appreciation to the members who had scrubbed and decorated the Clubrooms for the Children’s Party in December. One hundred and sixteen members and friends attended the Annual Dinner Dance on December 22nd in the Queensway Hotel, East Kilbride and while an excellent time was enjoyed almost unanimously, it was the feeling of the members that after a good many years at the Queensway a change of venue would not be amiss. The Queensway is provisionally booked but alternative suggestions will be considered. John Miller is checking on the Cartland Hotel and Heather Munro on the Burnside. There was no correspondence. The Treasurer had not prepared a statement but he reported a bill of £54 for trophies and engraving:- enlarged by the number of awards won at the Open Trial. Dougie Meek asked the position regarding the Lowberryhill Scramble Course. A good deal of discussion on the subject ensued but it was clear to all who had seen the excavations at Chapelton there was no hope of running Scrambles there next year and very probably not at all! John Millar suggested we contact the owner of the neighbouring land, i.e. Harelaw Farm. If this could be arranged Adam Brownlie would try to get the S.A.C.U. to alter the date of our first Scramble away from Easter weekend. Gilbert Wedgewood proposed that the Club should purchase new table tennis bats but the proposal was not supported. the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. is to be held in Grangemouth on Sunday 28th January and the four voluntary representatives of the Club will be Douglas Meek, Bobby Thomson, Richard Thomson and Adam Brownlie. Pat Darge. The proposed social evening in Kirkland Park House received general agreement from the members to pursue date, cost, etc. There being no further business and the ‘wee sma oors’ approaching rapidly, the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 7-2-73
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Treas.
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for February 1973 Commenced at 9:15pm on the 7th in the Clubrooms. Fourteen members were present. The minutes of January’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Gilbert Wedgewood seconded by Bobbie Thomson. The Treasurer Adam Brownlie reported the financial position of the Club to be as follows:Bank balance £435.35 Cash on hand £247.93 Accident Fund £16.00
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S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
S.A.C.U. Committee S.A.C.U. NonExpert Awards S.A.C.U. Comp. Licence Scottish 6 Days Entries Dance – Kirkland Park
Scramble Cancellation East Fortune Circ.
Donation Fire Escapes
Bills outstanding are for:- £204 to the Queensway Hotel East Kilbride for 118 persons who attended the Dinner Dance in December. Adam has disputed this total claiming only 116 were present and this is being investigated at the moment. Bills also outstanding are fore …. £16.09 for electricity £2.50 for permit fees £0.43 for engraving Payment was authorised on proposal of Ian Sweeney seconded by Bill Malone. Correspondence included a letter from the Lanarkshire Joint Road Safety Committee containing the minutes of a meeting held in the County Buildings on the 4th December: Entry forms for Burmah Scottish 2 day event on Easter weekend: Application forms for Edinburgh Tattoo tickets (to be staged th from 17 August to 8th September) and a letter from Scottish Clubman offering advertising space at £1 per one inch per column. A brief resume was given by those members who represented the Club at the S.A.C.U. A.G.M. at Grangemouth on January 28th. Douglas Meek did not turn up but Adam Brownlie was able to keep the Clubs voting up to strength. Jim Birrell, ex-chairman is now Vice President, Bob Paterson is Chairman, Adam Brownlie is one of three Vice Chairmen. Crawford Logan proposed an end to the situation where by non-expert awards could be won indefinitely but was defeated on a vote of approximately 16 to 13 out of 85 delegates who attended. The rule was discussed (and later confirmed at Committee level) making it obligatory for a rider to hold a current M.O.T. Driving Licence before being granted an S.A.C.U. Competition Licence. Robbie Allan raised the point of over subscription of entries for the Scottish Six Days Trial and of the method of selection of competitors but it was agreed it was the organising Clubs prerogative to act in this matter as they saw fit. The Chairman. David Arlott, reported that Kirkland Park House, Strathaven has been booked for a Club dance on March 30th. A cold buffet will be served about 8:00pm and the dance will continue till 1 am. A band has still to be confirmed but Pat Darge has this in hand and the cost of tickets is expected to be about £1.25. The Chairman suggested we write to the S.A.C.U. and explain that due to the loss of our course at Lowberryhill, our first Scramble (due at the Easter weekend) must obviously be cancelled. East Fortune track fund. Adam said the fund had been open for some time but very little money had so far been forthcoming. Resurfacing will cost over £2000 but a contractor has been found who is willing to carry out the work and be paid by instalments. It is planned to raffle a 250 Suzuki hoping to collect £1000 in this way. After a lot of discussion it was proposed by Bobbie Thomson, second by Pat Darge, that the Club donate £10 to the fund. There were no dissenters. Gilbert Wedgewood raised the subject of the Fire Escapes and the Chairman sadly reported that the Rawlbolts had been taken by persons unknown from the Clubroom and more would have to be purchased.
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Some discussion took place on the question of traveling expenses for Club delegates attending S.A.C.U. A.G.M. and Dates Meetings. Jimmy Clark was asked to check back in the minutes to see if there was any recorded precedent, but there was nothing in this particular minutes book. However there was general agreement these expenses should be met by the Club. Jimmy Clark said he would again contact Mr. McIndoe of Geo. A. Moore Ltd. To ask if any further progress had been made toward having the roof damage surveyed. This being all the business the Chairman declared the meeting closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 4-4-73
BM April 1973
Matters arising East Fortune Track Fund
Correspondence
Treasurers Report
Annual Dinner
Scramble
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for April 1973, commenced at 9:00pm on the 4th in the Clubrooms. Fifteen members were present. The minutes of February’s meeting were read and these were adopted and seconded by Bobbie Thomson and Richard Thomson respectively. The invoice for the annual dinner dance has not been paid as there is a dispute in the sum charged. Adam Brownlie has received a letter thanking the Club for their donation. Adam also announced that raffle tickets were now available, the proceeds going towards the track fund at East Fortune. Members attention was drawn to the fact that one Fire Escape had now been fitted, when a further supply of bolts have been obtained, the second ladder will be fitted. A letter has been received inviting the Club for a return visit on Friday 13 th April. Members were asked to support this yearly occasion. {assumed Hamilton Club invite} Entry forms were received for the Kirkcaldy road races in June. A further supply of Quest Magazine had been obtained by Pat and these were available free of charge to Club members. The Summer Programme for Club Events from April until early October has now been printed and is available to members. Pat announced that she had received all the booklets from various film libraries. Emphasis will be placed on motor cycle films for showing in winter season 1973/74. Treasurer intimated that he had insufficient time to prepare a financial statement but hoped to present one at next month’s meeting. Regarding a question raised about the Kirkland Park Hotel Dance, Adam stated that this resulted in a loss of 0.65p. A discussion took place regarding the venue for the 1973 function. Bobbie and Richard Thomson volunteered to investigate the price of a function at Strathaven Hotel and will report at the next meeting. Efforts will be made to obtain an alternative venue for the 9 th September Scramble. The Club were asked for their agreement to a motion that the committee would be permitted to refuse membership to any applicant who was considered to be undesirable.
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TT Supporters Club
In an attempt to restore enthusiasm for Club events it was proposed that two camping weekends be held on the 26th & 27th May and 30th June/1st July. A list would be placed for members to intimate their interest. Adam Brownlie attended a meeting at Silverstone & was appointed a Committee member of the TT Supporters Club. Application forms are available. Membership fee being £1. This being all the business the meeting was declared closed. {signed} – D. Arlott 2-5-73
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Hamilton Club Visit Annual Dance
Lowberryhill
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for May 1973, was held on the 2 nd day of the month commencing at 9:30pm. Fifteen members attended. The minutes of April’s business meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Sweeney, seconded by Ian Hamilton. There was no financial statement; the Treasurer being at the Scottish Six Day Trial. The Chairman, David Arlott gave his usual comprehensive resume of current events. He mentioned the success of the recent visit to the Hamilton Club despite one of the Avon Valleys infrequent defeats in these annual home and away contests. The annual dance for 1973 has been arranged for Friday 21st December and to suit popular demand there will be a change of venue. The new location will be the Strathaven Hotel – sometimes better known as Wester Overton. The band is also booked and it is expected tickets will cost about £2.25. For those shattered by this prospect, Bobbie Thomson will run a Xmas Club type fund from about June onwards. Mr McInally of Lowberryhill farm has intimated the contractors have finished excavations on his land and he expects to have it levelled and reseeded soon. Unfortunately the excavations are continuing on the neighbouring land and access to this work will be across our ex-scramble course! Never the less Mr. McInally is obviously ken for the Club to recommence Scrambling as soon as possible so we will watch developments at Chapelton with keen interest. The Chairman concluded the meeting by reminding members the first Camping Weekend of the season would be at Kipford, Kirkcudbrightshire on 26/27th May and hoped as many as possible would be there. {signed} – D. Arlott 4-7-73
BM July 1973 The Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. for July 1973, commenced at 9:30pm on Wednesday 4th in the Clubrooms. Twelve members were in attendance. The minutes of May’s meeting were read, there having been no meeting in June and were adopted on proposal of Tom Arlott, seconded by Bill Malone.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 There was no financial statement. Correspondence: Pat announced the Krystal Dance Band from Ardrossan had been fixed up for the Clubs dance in the Strathaven Hotel on December 21st. The cost will be £30. The Chairman, David Arlott gave a brief resume of current events …. The Kipford Camping Weekend had been a great success and it was hoped to repeat this type of event. A proposal for a similar weekend on 18th & 19th August at St. Andrews was popular and Bill Malone was left to check on the site situation. Sunday July 15th, is scheduled for a Club Trial at Kittymuir, Stonehouse. Some grading has commenced at Lowberryhill Farm but the situation is obviously hopeless for a September Scramble. This weekend, 6th & 7th July, Bobbie & Richard Thomson are attending a S.A.C.U./R.A.C. Training Scheme Conference at Livingstone New Town. As representatives of the Club and active Training Scheme Instructors the Club members unanimously agreed to subsidise the cost by £4, about 50% of the cost. This being the conclusion of business the Chairman declared the meeting closed.
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There having been no business meeting in August 1973 the committee were anxious that Septembers meeting take place; this being the last opportunity to discuss business before the Annual General Meeting. The meeting commenced at 9:45pm on Wednesday the 5th in the Clubrooms. Twenty members attended. The minutes of July’s business meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Sweeney seconded by John McLean. R.A.C./S.A.C.U. The Chairman, David Arlott, invited Bobbie and Richard Thomson to comment on the Conference R.A.C./S.A.C.U. Conference which they had recently attended at Livingston. It had been both instructive and enjoyable and the Chairman reported the Clubs contribution of £4 towards the cost had been refunded as Lanarkshire County Council had met the cost. Camping Portpatrick The second camping weekend of the season, this time to Portpatrick had been amusing and enjoyable but Bill Malone had been unsuccessful in fixing up a St. Andrews site for later in the year. Antler Rally At least four Club members will be attending the Antler Rally next weekend at Kilchoan on the Ardnamurchan peninsular. The event is organised by the Loch Lomond Club. Correspondence Miss Darge gave details of the following … A letter from Scottish Clubman inviting news of Club events … Police Driving Courses are starting again at various venues … Some entries have been received for our cancelled September Scramble some including £1 entry fee. Fortunately, for the good name of the Club, the suggestion to impose a £1 cancellation fee was rejected! Pat also announced Christmas Cards were now on sale at 39p for 12 … one of the few current sources of income for the Club.
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Presidents Trial
John Clark Trial
Roof Repairs
The treasurer Adam Brownlie outlined the financial situation approximately as follows; Income to date, £1040; Expenditure, £586; Bank balance, £460; Cash in hand, £20; The accident fund stands at £40. Payment of a £4.26 electricity bill was proposed by Bill Malone and seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. The Chairman announced the winner of the 1973 Presidents Trial to be Ian Hamilton and as a reward Ian will be required to organise next year’s trial. Thanks were due to Bobbie and Richard for organising this year’s Trial although it is disappointing so few (5) members started. A similar situation existed at the trial at Stonehouse in July when twelve riders competed but only two of them were Avon Valley members. The Chairman took the opportunity to give the young members a gentle tongue lashing for their support apathy towards these potentially very enjoyable events, which are, after all, the essence of Club life. The John Clark Trial will be on Sunday 7th October, so we hope for good support from members for that. Will those prepared to be marshals please indicate so to the organisers of the committee as soon as possible. David Arlott had again contacted Geo. A. Moore Ltd., in an attempt to get some action on the roof repairs. Again, fortunately for the Clubs good name, the suggestion to drill some 7/8” dia. Holes in the floor so to share our flood water with our reluctant neighbours. A copy had now been obtained of an estimate from rd Andrew Park & Sons, Strathaven, dated 3 July: details as follows:- To renewing rones, drops and angles, 7 lengths conductor pipe £210.00; To repairing roof £48.50. The Chairman replied on the 24 th August that we agreed for the repairs to proceed providing that flashings and glazing bars were also checked as in our opinion, these were contributory to the leaks and on the grounds that we would be responsible for one third of the cost. So far there is no reply from Geo. A. Moore. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed.
A.G.M. 1973
Mins. Treasurers Report
The 1973 Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was convened at 9:00pm on Wednesday 26 th September in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven. Twenty nine members were present. The Chairman, David Arlott, apologised for the late start, but at the appointed time of 8:00pm there had been insufficient members present – possibly due to the counter attraction of a televised International football match at Hampden Park. The Chairman also welcomed the Club’s President, Mr John Clark, to the meeting. The Assistant Secretary read the minutes of the 1972 A.G.M. and these were adopted on proposal of Mrs Bobbie Thomson seconded by Gilbert Wedgewood. The Treasurer, Adam Brownlie, had circulated copies of the Financial Report amongst the members. This showed Income for the year to be £535-65 and Expenditure £613.11. A loss during 1972/73, of £77.46. As Gilbert Wedgewood commented, this trading loss seemed to be remarkably small in view of the fact we had been unable to run any Scrambles, which had come to be looked upon as a main
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Audit
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Election of Office Bearers
Trophies
The Chairman commented on the years events. Sporting life within the Club had been very active as witnessed by the lengthy points list for the Avon Valley Cup. Club Members have also kept the flag flying on the Scrambles and Road Racing circuits with Bobby Steele emerging as the Unlimited Scottish Champion. Adam Brownlie is still a very active member of the S.A.C.U. Management Committee and thereby carries the voice of the Avon Valley within the portals of power at Nelson Street, Edinburgh. The Scramble course is still in no fit state to encourage thoughts of Scrambling at Lowberryhill in 1974, so we may have to think of an alternative venue. Next on the agenda was the election of office bearers. Chairman David Arlott was again nominated to take the Chair, proposed by Ian Baxter, seconded by Adam Brownlie. Secretary Re-election of the Secretary, Miss Pat Darge was proposed by Bobbie Thomson, seconded by Stewart Burns. Ass. Secretary Jimmy Clark was proposed by Pat Darge and seconded by Tom Arlott for Assistant Secretary. Treasurer Re-election of Adam Brownlie as Treasurer was proposed by Jim Malone seconded by Ian Sweeney. Club Captain David Arlott and Gilbert Wedgewood proposed and seconded Ian Hamilton for Club Captain. Press Secretary Re-election of Bobbie Thomson as Press Secretary was proposed by Adam Brownlie and seconded by Willie Hill. There were no counter nominations for any of the foregoing offices and election was accepted in all cases. General Committee Nominations for the five places in the General Committee were as follows:Richard Thomson Prop. Pat Darge Sec. Jimmy Clark Stewart Burns Prop. Bobbie Thomson Sec. Pat Darge Tom Arlott Prop. Stewart Burns Sec. Willie Hill Willie Hill Prop. Richard Thomson Sec. Ian Sweeney Ian Sweeney Prop. Ian Hamilton Sec. Heather Munro Donald Riley Prop. Jimmy Clark Sec. Adam Brownlie It was then proposed by the Chairman that as last year, all six nominees be accepted onto the General Committee and there were no dissenters. The Chairman then gave details of the years trophy winners as follows:The Avon Valley Cup Richard Thomson The Presidents Trophy Ian Hamilton The Kittymuir Trophy (Not awarded this year) The John Clark Cup Trial still to be run The Inch Trophy To be decided by the Committee The Loudon Trophy Will claimants please inform the Committee of points gained. The Stanyer Trophy, for the most meritorious contribution to motorcycling during 1973 was awarded to Bobby Steele after a ballot amongst the members present.
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The Chairman reminded members that Annual Subscriptions are now due. £1 for adult members and 50p for under eighteen. The sole contribution to ‘Other Business’ was a proposal by Ian Hamilton that only motorcyclists be eligible for gaining points towards the Avon Valley Cup. This motion was seconded by Miss Heather Munro. After some discussion it was counter proposed that no change be made to the present arrangement whereby cars may be used in suitable events, although it was recognised that the motorcycle only events normally on the calendar would render it very unlikely for a car driver to win the trophy. Proposer was Miss Pat Darge seconded by John Millar and in a vote the original proposal was defeated by 21 votes to 9. The Chairman declared the meeting closed at 10:10pm.
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Corr. Clark Cup Trial
Press Coverage Scrambles Grass Track
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for October 1973, commenced at 9:15pm on Wednesday the 3rd. Twenty members were present. The minutes of September’s meeting were read and adoption was proposed and seconded by Mr. and Mrs. Richard Thomson respectively. The Secretary said the only correspondence was a request from the S.A.C.U. for dates for National Scrambles. The Chairman, David Arlott, appealed for volunteers for Sundays forthcoming John Clark Cup Trial because 24 sections have been laid out and to date only 17 marshals are available. Richard Thomson said the work party would meet at Preistland quarry on Saturday at 10:00am and all officials should be at the quarry by 8:30am on Sunday. Forty two entries have been received including those of reigning Scottish Champion Roger Mount and the current leader this season, Ernie Page. The Chairman commented on the excellent coverage of the Trial by the Press and at this unaccustomed praise the Press Secretary blushed to the roots of her hair! On the question of Scrambles dates the Chairman said he and Ian Sweeney would look in at Lowberryhill to access the possibility of running Scrambles there next year. The suggestion to run a Grass Track event was supported by Bobbie Thomson and Adam Brownlie amongst others, and some discussion on the subject ensued but no proposals or decisions on the subject were made meantime. There being no further business, the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9:45pm.
BM Dec. 1973 In spite of very wet and windy conditions the December Business Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was convened at 8.55pm on Wednesday the 5th. Sixteen members were present.
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Lowberryhill
Fuel Crisis Correspondence
Scottish Sports Council
E.K. Sports Council
Rotary Club
Treasurer
Children’s Party
The minutes of Octobers meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Sweeney seconded by Don Riley. Further to the point in Octobers minutes, the Chairman, David Arlott, said he and Ian Sweeney had gone to Lowberryhill Farm and had spoken to Mr McInally. He intends seeing MacAulay, the contractors, with a view to having the land put back in order for Scrambling. The Chairman reminded us however, of the doubt surrounding the running of any sporting events in the forthcoming year due to the current fuel crisis. On the subject of correspondence, the Secretary, Miss Pat Darge, announced that neither Ernie Page nor John Palmer would be able to attend the presentation function later this month. John Palmers father sent a letter (Inc. 30p for postage) with thanks for John’s First Class award. Pat said she would return the 30p. There was a letter from the Scottish Sports Council in reply to our request for information regarding possible grants. An application form was enclosed along with an explanatory leaflet on the existing scheme, but the letter pointed out the Sports Council had decided to introduce certain amendments – a copy of which would be sent to us when published. There was also a communication from the East Kilbride Sports Council, which has been asked by the Scottish Sports Council to act as a prototype for the setting up of District Sports Councils throughout Scotland. Attached was a brochure outlining the work of the Sports Council and an invitation to the Club to become associated with the Council. There was also a questionnaire on Club details to be completed. The East Kilbride Sports Council propose to hold a two week Sports Festival in June 1974 and Pat will write to confirm our interest. A letter had been received from Strathaven Rotary Club intimating their intention to hold a Gala Day in Strathaven in the Summer of 1974 and inviting us to participate. Unfortunately the meeting to discuss the project was being held in the Balgreen Hall tonight. David Arlott said he would contact the Rotary Club President, Mr. Bill Frew and confirm our interest. The Treasurer, Adam Brownlie, reported the Clubs current financial position to be as follows:Income to date £514.92 Expenditure to date £48.26 Balance £466.66 Bank Balance £423.21 Cash in hand £43.45 Accident Fund £40.00 Adoption of the report was proposed by Don Riley and seconded by Stewart Burns. It was agreed that due to the roof repairs not having been carried out the Clubroom was in no fit state to for the Christmas Party and there was a suggestion to abandon it this year. However there was some dissention to this idea, particularly from Bobbie Thomson and Adam Brownlie, and so Stewart Burns was dispatched to find out if the Strathaven Scout Hall would be available to us on Saturday the 15th. He returned later to report failure to locate any of the officials and it was decided to leave the matter till next Wednesday.
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Sub’s.
The Secretary was asked to write to the Hamilton Club and suggest January 30 th for their annual visit to us. There was some discussion on the possibility of obtaining grants from the Scottish and /or East Kilbride Sports Council’s and it was agreed we should continue to explore these possibilities. The Chairman said that to date only thirty members had paid their annual subs and he appealed to the others to follow suit forthwith. On this sombre note, at 9:50pm, the Chairman declared the meeting closed.
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Chairman
Hamilton Club Visit
John Millar
Strathclyde Park
Treasurer
Rotary Club
The Avon Valley Motor Cycle Clubs first Business Meeting of 1974 commenced at 9:15pm on Wednesday the 9th of January. Twelve members were present. The minutes of December’s meeting were read and adoption was proposed by Miss Pat Darge and seconded by Ian Sweeney. The Chairman, David Arlott, gave a brief resume of recent events. He thanked all who had helped to organise the annual Children’s Party, this year held in Strathaven Scout Hall and particularly Stewart Burns for his efforts in arranging the hall. The Hamilton Club visit this year will be on Wednesday 30th January. Ian Hamilton had plans for a quiz on legal aspects relating to motoring which might contrive to show the difference between those who had been caught and those who should have been caught! This might last half an hour or so and the Chairman appealed for some ideas to follow on with. Dave mentioned the tragedy which had befallen John Millar in the Loss of his young daughter Agnes due to a road accident. The Club had sent a floral tribute and a number of members had attended the funeral. Adam Brownlie had written to Strathclyde Park joint committee to insure the interests of the county’s motorcyclists were not overlooked but he had received a reply dated 20th November 1973 to the effect that there were no plans to include motor sport as this would be contrary to the general intentions in providing what is to be essentially a Country Park. Adam then announced the Clubs financial state to be as follows:- Income £901.05; Expenditure £196.97; leaving a balance of £702.08; Bank balance is £423.21 and cash in hand £280.84; The accident fund stands at £40.00. A bill is outstanding to the Strathaven Hotel for the annual dinner dance amounting to £293.56 (126 @ £2.10 + VAT etc). Payment was proposed by Richard Thomson and seconded by Don Riley. To date forty one members have paid their annual subs, an improvement of eleven on December figures. The Chairman had received word only tonight, there was a further Rotary Club Meeting at 7:30pm, so son Tom was dispatched to represent the Avon Valley Club and Dave followed on later. Tom had agreed we would lend our large tent for the Sports day in the Hastie Park on the 8th of June, at which we intend to run a Motorcycle Gymkhana.
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With an eye to possible relaxations of the fuel restrictions and the running of an April Scramble, the Chairman highlighted the need to have the duplicating machine overhauled. Adam Brownlie said he would procure a gallon of ‘Genclean’ and attempt to get it into working order. There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting at 10pm.
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Scramble Course
Dance
Annual Dance Tent Loaned
S.A.C.U. A.G.M.
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for February 1974, commenced at 9:30pm on Wednesday the 6th. Fourteen members were present. The minutes of January’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Willie Hill and seconded by Stewart Burns. There was no correspondence or financial report due the absence respectively, of Miss Darge and Mr Brownlie. The Chairman’s thanks went out to Ian Hamilton and Tom Arlott for their efforts in organising the recent Hamilton Club Visit which was very successful in spite of Tom demolishing half the meat pies before the meeting! Thanks were due also, to Adam Brownlie, for an evening spent cleaning the duplicating machine. The Chairman, with Ian Sweeney, had visited Mr McInally at Lowberryhill Farm and were promised a circuit would be bulldozed in time for a Scramble in April. The fuel situation seems to indicate a possibility of an early relaxation on motor-sport restrictions. Further to the earlier suggestion to organise another social event, Edna Arlott had made enquiries at the Cabin Tea Room and Bobbie Thomson had visited the Strathaven Hotel. Remembering the Club’s 21st birthday dance had been in October and this year being our 25th anniversary, Bobbie provisionally booked the Strathaven Hotel for Friday the 18th October. A buffet dance should cost approximately £1.50 per head. Strathaven Hotel is also booked provisionally for the Annual Dance on Friday 20th December. The resident band is also booked at a cost of £35. Bobbie Thomson asked the Club’s leave to borrow the large tent for a forthcoming event organised by the Monkland Harriers. Permission was granted gladly with a veiled suggestion we might be looking for marshals for a Scramble in April and who better to scamper from one post to the next than harriers! The A.G.M. of the Scottish Auto Cycle Union was held on Sunday 23rd January and the Club was represented by Bobbie and Richard Thomson, Willie Telfer, Pat Darge & Adam Brownlie. A brief account of the days business showed the West of Scotland Clubs to be well represented. Adam is one of the Vice Chairman and Richard was elected to the management committee. Ian Hamilton asked if anyone knew who had borrowed from the Committee room the two Scalextric cars which had been purchased with Club funds and had disappeared without having been used! The Chairman declared the meeting closed at 10pm.
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Corr. Treas. Chairman
Gala Day
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Monthly Business Meeting for April 1974, was convened in the Clubrooms on Wednesday the 3rd at 9:05pm. Sixteen members attended. The minutes of February’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Tom Arlott and seconded by Stewart Burns. There was no correspondence but Pat said there were various entry forms and advertising stickers for other club’s events. There was no financial report due to the Treasurer having to visit his son, Gordon, in hospital. The Chairman, David Arlott, opened his remarks on the subject of the forthcoming Scramble. He reported to date we had received 25 entries which is good at this time. Entries close next Monday. Work parties will be at the course next Wednesday and on the Friday and Saturday preceding the Scramble on the 21st. The Chairman had checked tonight with Mr McInally at Lowberryhill and arrangements are in hand for MacAulay’s bulldozer to do any levelling required on Saturday. A Club member will be in attendance. Dougie Meek is going to build toilets with wood supplied by Willie Hill. Turning to the Gala Day to be held in the Hastie Park, Strathaven on Saturday 8th of June, the Chairman said a minimum of 6 riders and machines would be required on the field for about ¾ of an hour, competing in 3 events. There would also be a float in the procession on a lorry supplied by John Millar, featuring a selection of motorcycles spanning many years. Hopefully there would be the Club’s 1914 Triumph; A 1924 Sunbeam belonging to Joe Potts; Jim Malone’s 1930 Velo. and 1940 Speed Twin; A 1960 BSA Spitfire kindly loaned by Ian Sweeney and a Trident/Commando or such like from the 70’s. This being all the business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9.30pm.
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Correspondence
Treas.
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for May 1974, commenced at 9:30pm on Wednesday the 1st. Twenty members were present. The minutes of January’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Stewart Burns, seconded by Ian Sweeney. There were posters for the Speed Event at East Fortune and a circular concerning the forthcoming Gala day in Strathaven. It is hoped the 34 organisations taking part will be sufficiently interested in the dance arranged for Saturday evening to take a minimum of six tickets at a cost of £1.75 per head. The Treasure reported bills due for payment of 64p for Gas and £42.99 for electricity. Payment was proposed and seconded by Mrs & Mr Richard Thomson – in that order! Adam is hopeful of having the final details cleared up soon relating to the April Scramble and there will definitely be a complete statement at the next Business Meeting. The Chairman expressed appreciation to Bobbie Thomson for the recent excellent Scramble report in the Stonehouse News and Scottish Clubman. The
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Corr.
Treas.
Chairman
Antler Rally
Knockhill Race Circ.
The Avon Valley M.C.C.’s Business Meeting for September 1974, commenced at 9:30pm on Wednesday the 4th. Fifteen members were present at that time. The minutes of May’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Ian Sweeney, seconded by Ian Hamilton. There was a communication from our downstairs neighbours, George Moore Ltd. Per Mr Owen outlining details of an estimate from Andrew Park & Son for roof repairs. The total cost to be £280. The enquiry was to ensure the Club will pay one third of this cost, but, as the Chairman pointed out we are already committed to this expenditure, which is an increase of some £20 on the previous (August 1973) estimate. The Treasurer reported a bill of £4.00 from the Eagle Star Insurance Co. via Allingham and Maillie for fire insurance had been paid. Income to date was £1378.22; Expenditure £892.58; The bank balance is £432.84 and Cash on hand £52.80; The Accident Fund stands at £40. The Chairman emphasised in his remarks, the importance of good co-operation from the Club members in the running of the forthcoming Scramble on September the 15th. Work Parties will be at the course Wednesday and Friday evenings and on Saturday afternoon. The Loch Lomond Clubs Antler Rally at Ardnamurchan has been moved back one week and now coincides with our Scramble. Some members intend going to the Rally on Friday but will return for the Scramble. There was a long discussion about the new race circuit at Knockhill. Adam Brownlie has burnt much midnight oil and petrol in organising the first meeting scheduled for Sunday September 22nd and which will be run under the banner of the Mid Argyle Club. Adam suggested two meetings next year, say in May and September could be organised by the Avon Valley, the main functions of the Club being to organise entries, Marshalling, Crowd Control and Timekeeping. Manning of the Gates, catering etc. would not involve the Club. The Club would stand to loose nothing and an arrangement with the Circuit Owners could bring the Club in the region of £150 for a 5000 crowd. The members were obviously interested in pursuing this idea further; Adam will keep us posted on developments. The Chairman declared the meeting closed.
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Mins. Audit
Financial Report
The Annual General Meeting of the Avon Valley M.C.C. was convened in the Clubrooms at 3 Dunlop Street, Strathaven at 9:00pm on Wednesday 25th September 1974. Twenty eight members were present at that time. The Chairman, David Arlott welcomed the members and Mr John Clark the Clubs President. The Assistant Secretary read the minutes of the 1973 A.G.M. and adoption was proposed by Jim Malone and seconded by Willie Telfer. Due to pressure of time with organizing the Chapelton Scramble and the first Knockhill Road Race meeting, over the last two weekends, Adam Brownlie had been unable to arrange for the normal audit on the books, but the Chairman assured members this will be done before the first monthly Business Meeting. The treasurer had circulated copies of the financial report amongst the members. This showed the total Income for the year to be £1,235.70 and expenditure £1,115.74. A profit on the year of £119.96. This profit was due mainly to the fact we had been able to recommence Scrambling at Chapelton, following the excavations at Lowberryhill which had prevented Scrambling in 1973 with a consequent loss that year of over £77. The bank balance stands at £518.34, cash on hand £69.84 and the Accident Fund £35.00, £5 down on the maximum following a payment to Tom Blackwood in consequence of his accident at the September Scramble. Membership is 83.
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Election of Office Bearers
Adoption of the financial report was proposed by Mr & Mrs W. Hill, respectively. The Chairman suggested payment of honoraria to the Secretary and Treasurer be included in the above adoption. The Chairman commented that a membership of 83 is a fairly healthy situation of the club but in view of the increasing popularity of motorcycling every effort should be made to encourage new members to join. To improve the image of the Club in the eyes of these prospective new members he hoped the younger members would not be adverse to accepting office and replacing some of the ‘Veterans’ at the Committee table. He hastily added that lady committee members were excluded from this remark! To prove he practiced what he preached, but mainly because of business and domestic commitments, Dave Arlott announced he wished not to continue as Chairman of the Club. He then asked for nominations for a new Chairman. Chairman Richard Thomson pro. Jimmy Clark sec. A. Brownlie Ian Hamilton pro. Bill Malone sec. Willie Hill Adam Brownlie pro. Rich. Thomson sec. B. Thomson It was suggested by Jimmy Morton that a Vice Chairman be appointed and this was generally accepted. Vice Chairman Bobbie Thomson pro. Pat Darge sec. J. Morton Richard Thomson pro. Bobbie Thomson sec. G Miller In view of all the others having declined, the offices of Chairman and Vice Chairman were accepted respectively by Ian Hamilton and Richard Thomson. Secretary Pat Darge pro. Bobbie Thomson sec. J. Malone Ass. Secretary Jimmy Clark pro. Jim Malone sec. Willie Hill Treasurer Adam Brownlie pro. Willie Malone sec. G. Lindsay Club Captain Willie Hill pro. Ian Sweeney sec. Bill Malone John McLean pro. Rich. Thomson sec. David Clark After a very close vote (10-9) Willie Hill was elected. Press Secretary Bobbie Thomson pro. Willie Hill sec. Pat Darge General Committee Nominations for the five places on the General Committee were as follows:Nomination Proposer Seconded Don Riley Adam Brownlie Ian Sweeney David Clark Bobbie Thomson Adam Brownlie Ian Sweeney Willie Hill Heather Hill John Muldoon Richard Thomson Adam Brownlie Andrew Wilkin Pat Darge Gordon Lindsay John McLean Dave Arlott Jim Malone Grant Miller Ian Hamilton Gordon Lindsay It was suggested that all seven should be co-opted onto the Committee but general opinion was in favour of limiting the number to the laid down five. After the resultant vote, the Chairman announced the General Committee for the next twelve months would be:- Don Riley David Clark Ian Sweeney John Muldoon Grant Miller The next item on the agenda was Trophies.
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Adam Brownlie suggested Juniors should be eligible for points towards the Loudon Trophy scored in Open Junior Events. Jimmy Morton suggested the point be discussed at Committee level. The Stanyer Trophy for outstanding contribution to motorcycling was awarded by popular vote, this year for tireless effort in organisation to Adam Brownlie. The Kittymuir Trophy for points scored at our open Scrambles goes to Norrie Lymburn. The Presidents Cup was won by Richard Thomson. Also won by Richard Thomson with Willie Hill and Ian Hamilton joint runners up. The Loudon Trophy for points gained in open competitions by Club members awaits notification to the Committee by competitors of points accrued. The Clark Cup, the premier award for the Open Trial was won last year by Ernie Page and this year’s event is on October the 13th. The Inch Trophy winner will be decided later by the Committee. (Later in the evening the Committee unanimously agreed the Inch trophy be awarded to Jake Whitelaw.) Other Business: The retiring Chairman pointed out annual subscriptions were now due and he took the opportunity to propose it be raised from £1.00 to £1.50. The new Chairman seconded this motion. Don Riley counter proposed subscriptions be raised to £2.00 and this was seconded by Willie Hill. Jimmy Morton proposed there be no alteration. On a show of hands the original proposal was adopted, so in future the annual subscription will be £1.50 but the Junior membership (Below 18 years of age) will remain at 50 pence. To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the formation of the Club, a buffet dance is arranged in Strathaven Hotel on the 18th October. Bobbie Thomson proposed those members of the Club who were founder members be invited guests, but three of those aged gentlemen were present and, with thanks, they declined. Ian Hamilton proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring Chairman, David Arlott, for his efforts on the Clubs behalf over a very long period of time. The meeting was closed at 10:20pm.
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The first Monthly Business Meeting under new Chairman Ian Hamilton was convened on Wednesday the 2nd of October 1974 at 9:00pm. 21 members were present. The minutes of Septembers meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Willie Hill and seconded by Heather Hill. There was no correspondence to be read or Treasurers report. The Chairman invited Mrs. Thomson to speak on the subject of the forthcoming 25 th Anniversary Dance on Friday the 18th, tickets for which are rather slow in selling. Then to keep the balance even, he invited husband Richard to outline arrangements for the Open Trial planned for Sunday the 13th. 30 observers are required for an
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11am start on the day, and work parties will be in attendance on various occasions earlier, equipped with saws, spades and hopefully Kenny McNamee’s new Ossa! Richard also spoke of the possibility of inviting Dunlop’s Motorcycle Competitions Manager, Mr David Shaw, to give a talk sometime in January. We would require an audience of at least 50 and to ensure this we would probably invite members from the Hamilton, Stevenston and Dalmellington Clubs. Richard suggested trying for a Friday night and members agree the idea should be pursued. The Chairman, Ian Hamilton, said that at the Committee meeting after last week’s A.G.M. an alteration to the points scoring system for the Avon Valley Cup had been discussed. The proposal is that only 75% (or the nearest number to that) of the total number of events run will count towards the cup. i.e. If any member competes in more than ¾ of the events his best results will count up to 75% of the total. Adoption of these alterations was proposed by Mrs Hill and seconded by Gordon Lindsay. It is also proposed that points awarded to the first six in any event be altered from 6,5,4,3,2,1 to 8,6,4,3,2,1. It had also been discussed and agreed at the Committee meeting that members organising Club Trials should if possible devise sections with a view to encourage riders of Scrambles machines to compete but conversely these members must accept the leaning must be in favour of trials machines. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9:30pm.
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The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for November 1974, commenced at 8:55pm on Wednesday the 6th. 28 members were present. The minutes of October’s meeting were read and adoption was proposed by Bobbie Thomson and seconded by Heather Hill. The Treasurer, Adam Brownlie, reported Income to date to be £785.92; Exp. £58.69; Bank balance £620.84; Cash on hand £76.39 and the accident fund stands at £30.00 following payment of £10.00 to Tom Black. Adam announced there would be a Club Delegates meeting on Sunday 10th November at which he and Richard Thomson would represent the Club. There is a Management meeting in the morning which both will attend in any case. There is also a meeting at Bathgate on Thursday the 7th November when the S.A.C.U. will meet the management of the Knockhill Race Circuit with a view to ironing out some points and if possible discuss next year’s events. The Chairman commented on the recent dance in the Strathaven Hotel in that reports had been generally very favourable. Next, he suggested as the Scalextric layout seemed to have been abandoned it should be given to a children’s home. There were no objections. Richard Thomson said a Scrambles Sub Committee had been formed with a view to
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generally improving our events. The members would be Jimmy Clark, Jock Muldoon, Jake Whitelaw, Willie Hill, Ian Sweeney and Richard Thomson and the first meeting would be later tonight. Richard intends seeing Mr Meikle with a view to using some of the sections at Yondercroft for an occasional Club Trial but meantime there is a Trial at Kittymuir on Sunday 10th organised by David Clark. The Annual Dinner Dance will be on Friday December 20th and tickets are now available from Bobbie Thomson at £2.50 each. The Chairman asked holders of Trophies to return them as soon as possible to allow arrangements for engraving to proceed. The Children’s Xmas Party. The Chairman asked if we had enough Children. i.e. have we been doing our bit since last year? The answer was an emphatic ‘Yes’ so the party will be on Saturday 14th December with the usual work-night on Friday 13th. Bobbie will look at the decorations and renew as necessary. The Chairman asked members to please submit their points tally for the Loudon Trophy as soon as possible. As usual the deadline will be the day the trophies are submitted for engraving. Adam Brownlie suggested the General Committee should reconsider the points scoring system for this trophy. Another appeal was made to members to leave Dunlop Street as quietly as possible after meetings. The meeting was closed at 9:40pm.
{4-12-74} The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for December 1974, commenced at 9:20pm on Wednesday the 4th. Twenty members were present. The minutes of November’s meeting were adopted on proposal of Willie Hill, seconded by Heather Hill. The Financial statement circulated by Adam Brownlie showed the current situation to be as follows … Income £816.48; Expenditure £279.78; a balance of £536.70. Bank balance is £499.57 and Cash on hand £37.13. The Accident fund stands at £40.00 Ten pounds has been paid from this fund each to Tom Blackwood and Andy Richardson. There was no correspondence. The Chairman, Ian Hamilton, discussed the arrangements for the Christmas Party. Bobbie Thomson asked for a sum of money for decorations. Adam suggested £5.00 and this was agreed. Tom Arlott will provide a Tree, as usual, and there will be a work-night on Friday prior to the event. In the meantime the Chairman appealed to the members to keep the premises tidy. Willie Hill volunteered to organise next week’s Road Rally at the request of Jimmy Clark. Adam Brownlie said that six motorcycle road race meetings were envisaged at Knockhill in the forthcoming season and they would be offered for organisation to six different Clubs. The 6th of July was being offered to the Avon Valley. After a lot of
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BM Jan 1975 The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for January 1975, was held on Wednesday the 8th Jan. Twenty five members were present. The minutes of December’s meeting were read and adopted on proposal of Willie Hill and seconded by Willie Malone. The Treasurer reported bills due for payment of £62.72 for trophies and £91.08 for repairs to the roof, which is still leaking. Adam volunteered to contact our neighbours to see if anything could be done. It was generally agreed that the recent Children’s Party had been a great success and thanks were due to all those who had helped out. Tom Arlott was asked to return the Christmas tree. The Annual Dinner Dance held just before Christmas at the Strathaven Hotel had been a very enjoyable evening and also proved to be a success financially as we had made a small profit. It was suggested that next year’s dance run until 1:30am to give more time for actual dancing after the formalities were over. Once again the Hogmanay Trial was run at Kittymuir Farm in Stonehouse and turned out to be an enjoyable, if muddy, event with the brothers Telfer occupying the first two places. Once again, many thanks are due to observers and helpers who turned out on a miserable day. The 6th of July date for our first road race meeting at Knockhill has been granted by the S.A.C.U. and with an agreement between the S.A.C.U. Road Racing Committee and the Knockhill Development Company seeming to be a distinct possibility, Road Racing looks like having a great future in Scotland. A marshal’s seminar is being planned by the S.A.C.U. to take place at the Inchyra Grange Hotel sometime in the spring. The seminar is designed to teach people the skills necessary for marshalling and scrutineering at both Scrambles meetings and Road races. Anyone interested should complete the form in the Scottish Clubman or see Adam Brownlie. It has been suggested that the second fire escape should be fixed back to the wall, as it is useless at the moment. Don Riley agreed to see to this. The S.A.C.U. Annual Dinner & Dance and presentation of championship trophies is due to take place on Feb. 7th at the Forth Bridge Hotel. Tickets available at £3 each from Richard Thomson.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016 The Stevenston Club Hangover Dance is to be held on Friday 14th March Woodean House in Blantyre would be pleased to accept our gift of the Scalextric and would two or three members visit the home when the Scalextric is taken along. Willie Malone and Adam Brownlie said they would go if a suitable date was arranged. Following the Hogmanay Trial it was decided that we should be on the lookout for some new ground for closed to Club Trials, so if any members found anywhere suitable would they please let us know. The S.A.C.U. A.G.M. is to be held on Sunday 26th January and the Club is entitled to 4 delegates. Pat Darge, Bobbie Thomson, and Willie Malone agreed to go along with Adam Brownlie and Richard Thomson, one of whom will be the fourth delegate. Jack Robertson, a Coatbridge Speedway Supporters Club organiser, is with us tonight and has invited any Comp. licence holders to a speedway training school to be held this Saturday starting at 1:00pm. All riders are welcome and machines are available for hire. Lastly there has been a request for the Club to send a representative to a Strathaven Gala Day meeting to be held on Wednesday 16th Jan. Willie Malone volunteered to attend. The meeting was then closed at 10:30.
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Attendance Minutes Treasurers Report
Correspondence Marshals Course
Speedway School
Subscriptions
The Avon Valley Monthly Business Meeting was held on Wednesday 5th February 1975. Twenty seven members were present. The minutes of the last Jan’s Business meeting were read by Richard Thomson. These were adopted by Heather Hill and seconded by Ian Sweeney. Adam Brownlie reported that the bill for the roof has not been paid because the roof is still leaking. On enquiring at the builders, Adam was told they had made a mistake & the work on the roof had not been done. The bill for £91.08 had been sent out in error. They said they would contact Adam before tonight but have not done so. The Financial Report is as follows:- Income £1196.88; Expenditure £772.07; Bank Balance £344.57; Cash on hand £80.24; Accident Fund £40; Electric bill of £16.94 & Gas bill of £0.97, both bills been paid. None. Adam Brownlie reported that the Marshals Course was still open and requested more applications as there was not a great many so far. Richard Thomson commented that if members went it would help at our Scrambles as more marshals are always needed. The Speedway Scool is still being held every Saturday at Coatbridge. Machines are supplied and the insurance will cost £2. The meeting is done in two sections, 8 laps altogether, 4 laps in each section. Adam Brownlie reported that there were still some subscriptions unpaid.
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Fire escape work is being done by Don Riley. A slight snag has arisen, the window will not open and we do not know if the ladder is long enough. Trials Course Search for new trials course has so far been unsuccessful. The next trial is to be held on Sunday 16th March 1975. Festivals, The Stonehouse Festival is to take place one week after Strathaven’s. The request Stonehouse & has been made through Richard Thomson for the Club to take part in the Stonehouse Strathaven Festival. Jim Malone was at Strathaven’s Gala Day meeting along with Willie Malone and we were asked to put on a Gymkhana, Float and decorated motorbikes. Chairman asked for any other suggestions and Richard Thomson suggested a mock Trial and Jim Malone suggested a stall. Nothing has been finalised and the next Strathaven Gala Day Meeting is in April. Suggestions for the Float were made & they included competition machine should be on the float. Also the suggestion was made instead of a float, there should be a lot of decorated motorbikes. Richard Thomson suggested that whatever we put on should be practiced first & also there should be a committee for organising Gala Days. Nominees were put forward for this committee and they included, Grant Miller, Willie & Jim Malone and Andy Wilkin. Richard Thomson said he would finalise the details of the Stonehouse Festival with Stonehouse, but didn’t want to be included in the committee because of other commitments. Richard Thomson also said that in his last meeting with Stonehouse there was talk of a field which might be available for practising our Gala Day events. Road Racing Display The Chairman informed us that there was a Road Racing Display at Castle Douglas on the 7th & 8th February 1975. Scramble Adam Brownlie and the Chairman informed us that the date for our second Scramble (14th Sept.) coincided with the two day Road Race event run by Kirkcaldy at Knockhill. This unfortunate event might leave us short of marshals so Adam Brownlie proposed that the date should be changed if possible, if not it should be cancelled. The final decision has not been made. Road Rally The Road Rally due to be held next week has been cancelled. It was to have been organised by Don Riley but due to other pressure this makes it impossible for him to do. Push Bike Trial The pushbike trial to be held next month is being organised by Stewart Burns. With business having been concluded the Chairman declared meeting closed at 10:30pm. (There was a committee meeting afterwards).
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Matters arising Treas. Report
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for March 1975, commenced at 9:15pm on Wednesday the 5th. Twenty seven members were present. The minutes of February’s meeting were read and adoption was proposed by Pat Darge and seconded by John Mclean. At this point the Chairman proposed a vote of thanks to Don Riley for completing the work on the second fire escape. Adam Brownlie reported:-
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Income to date £1217.33 Expenditure £782.07 Balance £435.27 Bank Balance £354.57 Cash in hand £70.69 Accident Fund £40.00 Adam reported that there was a bill outstanding for £91.08 for roof repairs but as the roof still leaked the bill had not been paid. He added he had written to the contractors asking them to call but had had no reply as yet. A letter had been received from Colin Dunbar, Secretary of the Scottish Vintage Racing Club, asking if we would be having a vintage race at our meeting at Knockhill th on July the 6 . At this early stage it was felt that the Club could not be committed to running any particular event. Pat Darge said that the window stickers for the Scramble had also been received and were available to all members. A cheque to the value of £5 had been donated by the Stonehouse and Strathaven News to be put towards the Championship Scramble on April the 20th. This has come as a result of a search for sponsorship for our events and many thanks are due to the newspaper. While on the subject of the Scramble, willie Hill said he is in contact with Castrol and is hoping to get some bunting from them. There was a proposal that once again the Club should organise a Supper Dance to be held sometime in October. Bobbie Thomson said she would enquire at the Strathaven Hotel for any suitable dates. The pile of rubbish by the counter appears to be getting larger so will someone please bring along some plastic bags so that it can be disposed of. Ian Sweeney volunteered his services to clean out the cupboard where the food is kept and dispose of the rubbish. While on the subject of the condition of the Clubrooms, our Chairman, Ian Hamilton said he would fix the switch in the toilet. Don Riley raised the question of insurance for the vintage Triumph we have in the Clubrooms, pointing out that he did not mean third party cover for road use but fire and theft insurance as it was not covered in the contents insurance of the Clubrooms. As no one appeared to know much about this subject, Don said he would make enquiries through the Vintage M.C.C. Andy Wilkin enquired what the marshalling requirement for our Knockhill meeting in July would be and suggested that a list of Avon Valley members willing to assist should be compiled. Adam replied that at this stage the exact requirement was unknown but all willing members should contact him. The meeting was then closed at 9:50pm.
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Gala Days
Scramble
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As no Business meeting had been held during April the minutes of March’s meeting were read. Adoption was proposed by Bobbie Thomson and seconded by Willie Hill. It was mentioned that the bill for roof repairs had now been paid although the repairs were not complete. Bobbie Thomson reported that there were no suitable dates available for a Supper Dance at the Strathaven Hotel so it looks as if this function will not be run this year. As yet the toilet switch has not been fixed though Ian Hamilton informed us that this will be done in time for the next meeting. Although the Club Treasurer, Adam Brownlie, was not present, it would appear that there are three bills outstanding, two for Scramble advertising and one for electricity. Bobbie Thomson proposed that these be paid as soon as possible. This was seconded by Heather Hill. A brief run down on what was happening with the Strathaven Gala Day and Stonehouse Festival Week was given by Jim Malone. Ha asked for volunteers to produce decorated motorcycles for inclusion in the parades at both these events. Bothe David Clark and Ian Hamilton said they would appear on ‘Chargers’ to accompany the main float in the procession. On the Sporting side of the festivities Heather and Willie Hill said they would look after the organisation which would include obtaining riders names and producing some kind of program. The question of whether or not the September Scramble would be run was raised. It was felt by some Club members, that as the event clashed with a two day race meeting at Knockhill, many members would not be able to assist at the Scramble. Although, as usual, few Scramblers were present, several members, including Stewart Burns and Andrew Wilkin, insisted that this would not be the case and Andy proposed that the Scramble will be run. Following a brief discussion about our Race Meeting at Knockhill the meeting was closed at 10:05pm.
The Avon Valley M.C.C. Business Meeting for June 1975, was convened at 9:30pm on Wednesday the 4th. Twenty members were present. The minutes of the May Business Meeting were read, and adopted on proposal of Jim Malone and seconded by Heather Hill. Commenting on the minutes, Chairman Ian Hamilton admitted he had not fixed the switch as promised but Gilbert Wedgewood had come to the rescue and did the necessary. In view of recent failures to fix up a hotel for a supper Dance later in the year Heather Hill suggested we try the Torrance at East Kilbride for the 17th or the 24th October. She would investigate. Correspondence: Pat had a letter from Mr. John Keggie requesting a pass to photograph the Knockhill Meeting on the 6th July. He was referred to Alistair Black, Knockhill Race Circuit Ltd.
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Scramble Finances
Strathaven Gala
Jim Malone suggested we phone Mr Moffat of Lanarkshire Road Safety Committee for the address of Yamaha Films.. Treasurers report, Adam reported the current state of our finances to be as follows:Income to date £1696.17 Expenditure £1690.17 Bank Balance £377.57 Cash in Hand £28.43 The Accident Fund stood at £28.00, £12.00 being paid to Jock Muldoon. Adam said the profit from the last Scramble was approximately £105 in spite of the inclement weather. £30.00 instead of the usual £25 had been paid to the farmer, Mr McInally, and we should probably continue to do so. Prize money amounted to £83.50 which is only a small increase on the £70 we paid out 15 years ago! A bill for £6.90 was outstanding to G.A. Moore Ltd. For repairs to the roof. Adam will query if this sum represents our due one third of the total. Jim Malone outlined the arrangements concerning the Club for the forth coming Strathaven Gala Day. These range from the assembly of the parade at 12 noon in Station Road to the Motorcycle Gymkhana at 4:30pm and the presentation of prizes at 5pm. Our tent is being loaned to the gala day committee and we will be required to erect it on Friday night and dismantle it on Saturday. Willie Hill has at least 10 volunteers for the work party. Adam will shortly be looking for names for jobs at the Knockhill Race Meeting. Car stickers and posters are available and entries are coming in already. There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 10:30pm.
Here ends the hand written minute books, from memory, it went onto a set of typed up loose leaf minutes going forward. Where they are or where they went? I have no knowledge of. What follows is a limited number of such copy minutes, scanned, namely the Annual General Meeting minutes for both 1986 and 1987 along with copies of some news letters that Bob Young produced for a couple of years.
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The Club held a 50th Anniversary Dinner Dance in 1999 at what was then called the Shawlands Hotel. Following are a selection of photographs from that function. I have appended names that I can recall to the group photograph. If anyone else can identify others, I would be most grateful if you could send me details to
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The presentation of the cheque to Erskine Home.
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The history of the Avon Valley Motor Cycle Club 1949 - 2016
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