Happy Memories

The Selection ‘Happy Memories’ is bought to play at the Dudley Contest

Committee Meeting held Thursday March 23. 33

Moved by Mr W Crawford sec by Mr D Johnson that the band enter for contest to be held at Dudley on Saturday June 10th.

That Secretary procures the Selection “Happy Memories” for the test piece.

Moved by Mr W Crawford sec Mr R Simpson that we make application for Chester Moor engagement at the forthcoming annual event to be held at Chester-le-Street on July 15 ’33. Moved and seconded by the same two members that our terms for the engagement be Ten pounds (£10).

Moved by Mr S Hall sec Mr R Simpson that the secretary makes an application to Councillor Jackson of Morpeth Council for the liberty to play a programme of music, also for a vacant date for same.

Moved by Mr S Hall, sec Mr W Crawford that a deputation from band committee approach the Lynemouth miners’ representatives. Our object; to try and have a voluntary levy from the Lynemouth residents working at Lynemouth new shafts. Moved Mr R Simpson, sec Mr D Johnson that we give euphonium player 10/- towards cost of new mouthpiece.

Moved by Mr J. Tindale sec Mr D. Johnson that Chairman and Secretary attend the next meeting of the Parochial committee with a view to having the “prolonged agony” regarding Mr Staitam and the affair of the guinea £1-10-0 settled up.

                                                                                                    Stan Hall

Meeting held Sunday April 23 ’33.

Moved by Mr W Crawford seconded by Mr E Shears that Mr Mathew Chester be nominated for membership on committee. Carried (unan). Moved by Mr W. Crawford seconded Mr J. Tindale the band give their services voluntary in the procession to take place at Ashington on May 7th and a reply to the request to be posted to the miners secretary. Meeting held Monday May 22.   ’33.                                                            Chairman’s signature

                                                                     S Hall

Committee Meeting held May 29./1933

Opened meeting by discussing the forthcoming programme on Whit Sunday at Lynemouth Hotel. It was moved by Mr W. Crawford seconded by Mr J. Tindale that we play, and secretary make the necessary arrangements re. Bills etc. The question for new dance music arose. As the dance sheets that were being used had seen service for at least seven years. Mr J. Tindale moved and Mr M. Chester seconded that secretary and chairman decide on some suitable pieces and same be obtained. Moved by W. Crawford seconded by J. Tindale that we play at a Garden fete to be held at the Parish Hall on ……… The conditions of engagement to be-: Free use of the Hall for our annual dance. The information of date to be at once sent to the Vicar. Moved by Mr M. Chester seconded Mr W. Crawford. That we book a room at the Newcastle House Hotel for Tea on Picnic Day, Morpeth 5p.m. For 30 persons. Moved W Crawford seconded. J. Tindale that secretary write to the Ashington Welfare secretary and cancel the arrangements made for a programme that was to be played there on Whit Monday.

Moved by W. Crawford seconded M. Chester that the secretary tender £12 for job at Orpeth. Moved by W. Crawford seconded J. Tindale that we play a programme at Newbiggin on July 16th.                                                                      Chairman’s Signature

                                                                                S Hall

Guess What Time The Clock Will Stop

Several fundraising ideas are discussed. The committee decide to buy a clock and sell tickets to guess what time it will stop.

Committee Meeting held on (Wed) January 18, 1933.

Mr S Hall presided, owing to Mr Tait having resigned from office of chairman. Others present, Messrs J Tindale, R Henderson, R Simpson, D Johnson.

Business -: Discussion of ideas for the raising of funds:

(1) Mr J Tindale proposed following scheme -: That we start a loan fund from 10/- or upwards and canvas the householders to try and pay off debt and thus do away with interest dues, paying the lenders back as soon as convenient.    (very Doubtful)

(2) Preparations be made at once to start a lottery for a clock. Tickets to be 1d each. The winner to guess the correct time at which the clock stops. (Scheme adopted)

(3) Try and enlist honorary members also late hon members to be asked to carry on and subscribe towards Band. A list of names having been assembled we should take steps to get these names on our subscribers lists early as possible. (Adopted)

(4) Mr D Hall try and secure a list of subscribers paying 2d per fortnight at Colliery. Then we can approach non-payers with a view to have same levy kept off. (Adopted)

(5) Mr J Coates be asked for book in relation to payment of account to CWS for uniforms. Also he be asked to return uniform he wore as a member of Lynemouth band. (Meeting closes)

Chairman’s signature    S Hall

Special meeting held Sunday Jan 22, 1933

Business-: to finalise the election of chairman owing to late chairman, Mr Robt Tait resigning from office. Moved by Mr James Medlin and seconded by Mr Robert McPherson, that Mr Stanley Hall fill vacancy of chairman. Carried unanimously.

Committee meeting held Sunday Feb 26.33

(1) Discussion on Cambo Exhibition tender (to be held on 19 Aug 1933). Moved by Mr Wm Crawford seconded by Mr D Johnson that, eight pounds and refreshments be terms of engagement.

(2) Band Contest arrangements to be discussed at Burt Hall on March 4th, 33. Moved by Mr W Crawford, seconded by Mr D Johnson that Mr S Hall and R Henderson be sent to represent the band on this occasion.

(3) A form submitted by chairman (Mr S Hall) to enroll new contributors to workmens levy kept off at colliery. Moved by Mr E Shears, seconded by Mr D Johnson that 100 copies be printed of original and one given to each prospective subscriber at our earliest convenience.

(4) That all band members who are working and not paying contributions nor attending practices regularly be approached or written to with a view to either be constitutional or send in their uniforms, instruments etc. This last motion being moved by Mr E Shears, seconded by Mr D Johnson. Concluded meeting.

Chairman’s signature    S Hall

Committee Meeting held March 9th.

Chairman and Secretary’s report from meeting at Burt Hall held on March 4 and accepted as fully satisfactory.

Moved by Mr W Crawford seconded by E Shears that Harding, our Eb player be spoken to on the question of his non-attendance.

Also a suggestion for a notice board to be hung in the band room for the convenience of notifying the players of Band business etc.

Moved by Mr S Hall, seconded D Johnson that the Band meet at Welfare Pavilion at 3-30 p.m. on Saturday March 25th preparatory to playing around Lynemouth. (conclusion)

Chairman’s signature    S Hall

AGM

The 1932 Annual General Meeting sees some new committee members elected.

Annual Meeting December 8th 1932

Resignation of Mr J Coates Sec

   ‘’               accepted. Yearly Meeting cont. Moved by Mr S Hall that Mr R Henderson be accepted as candidate for vacancy of secretary, accepted and carried unanimously.

New officers and re-elected officers to fill the respective positions as follows:

To take effect from tonight December 8th, 1932.

          President                Mr S Hall

          Chairman                Mr R Tait (resigned)

          Vice Chairman        Mr D Johnson

          Secretary                Mr R Henderson

          Musical Director     Mr R Routledge

Committee Messrs R Simpson, E Shears, E Bromley, W Crawford snr.

Auditors Messrs T Crawford, E Bromley

Moved by W Crawford 2nd T Crawford that minutes of last meeting be accepted as satisfactory and also moved by L Sanderson 2nd R McPherson that Balance sheet relating to previous 12 months be accepted as a true copy.

Moved by Mr R Tait that All members recommence paying weekly subscription of 6d. Boys under 16 yrs of age to pay 3d per week. To enforce strict discipline to this special rule any members of the band refusing without a reasonable cause, to be expelled after his third omission to contribute to band funds.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Dec 11th, 1932.

Moved by J Tindale 2nd D Johnson that the band pay sacred music on Christmas and New Year's Day (Carried). Proceeds from these occasions to be split 50/50 between bandsmen and funds (carried). Moved and 2nd by same parties that all monies to be kept until January 1st, 1933 (carried)

Moved by W Crawford 2nd S Hall that dance to be held on Dec 17 to be 6d admission instead of 9d.

Moved by E Shears 2nd D Johnson, J Rainbow be asked to resign, and to give cornet and uniform to caretakers (carried).

Moved by D Johnson 2nd S Hall. A letter be wrote to Mr G Bell, late conductor; in connection with borrowed music (carried).

Moved by W Crawford 2nd D Simpson that J Medlin becomes a member of the band. Also J Sweet Junior be signed on as a learner (members to claim for the day on which they appear).

Auditions for a New Conductor

Two prospective conductors are given a week’s trial. A vote by the whole membership leads to the appointment of Mr Routledge.

Committee Meeting held Jan 11th, 1932. Moved by L Sanderson Sec by R Simpson that the Secretary sees about Cornet being put right. Moved by Mr Shears Sec by W Crawford that we Book two Dates for a concert on 7th & 21st Feb. Secretary to Book Parish Hall for our Annual Whist Drive & Dance 17th Dec 1932.

May 22nd, 1932

General Meeting held in Connection with the Financial Position of the Band & also the Report of Sec from Mr Halls Interview. It was asked by the Chairman Mr Tait if the Band intended carrying on & this was agreed on Unanimous. That the Band to pay 6d Per week & Sec to see that each Member signs the form. Moved by L Sanderson Second by R Henderson that there be a Balance sheet Put in Band Room once in three months. Moved that the Sec Post list for Contributions in Band Room. Moved by Mr McPhearson that the Chairman, Conductor & Sec interview Mr Hall.

Moved that the Following Interview the Miners’ Lodge Meeting for Paying Members to be Kept off at Colliery, which is 1d per week, Messrs Bell, Coates, Tait, Crawford & Hardy.

Committee Meeting held May 26th. That we accept the terms of last year for Miners Federations Banner to Morpeth at the Sum of £10. That the Sec write regarding the Garden Fete at Lynemouth on June 11th.

Committee Meeting held June 11th. Moved by Wm Crawford Sec by S Hall that we Engage Mr Boddice for the Miners Pic-Nic & that we have his services for Three Lessons & also on the 16th July which was carried.

Moved by T Crawford Sec by L Sanderson that we Pay Bus Fares when Band is out & in Uniform which was Carried.

Committee Meeting held July

Moved by L Sanderson Sec by R Simpson that we don’t pay any wages in Regards to Bandsmen Losing work for the Benefit of the Band. Carried. Moved by Stan Hall Sec by T Crawford that R Henderson takes over the Trombone in place of R McPhearson. Carried.

Moved by L Sanderson Sec by D Johnson that the Secretary writes for soprano player for Miners Pic Nic. Carried

Committee Meeting Held July 29th ... & it was Moved by T Crawford Sec by T Bromley that the Secretary Advertise for a Conductor which was Carried. Closing Date Aug 1st, 1932.

Committee Meeting held Aug 2nd 1932. Mr Tait in the Chair & Committee Present, J Coates, S Hall, Crawford, Henderson, Shears, Lindell, McPherson, Balsdon, Sanderson, Johnson, Simpson, to decide the appointment of a Conductor & it was moved by S. Hall & Seconded by D. Johnson that we ask Mr Routledge & Mr Birkett to have one weeks trial & the Band to decide. Providing Mr Birkett’s fees are satisfactory if appointed which was carried.

Meeting held by full Band Aug 22nd 1932 to Appoint Bandmaster. Mr L Sanderson Chairman & it was moved by Mr A Clyde Sec by R McPherson that R Routledge become conductor 17 votes to 3.

Recovering debt owed to the band

A player owes a substantial amount of money. The committee involves a solicitor to help ensure the debt is paid.

Committee Meeting held Monday Oct 5, 1931. Mr R Tait Presided, and the following members were present Messrs Crawford, Tindall, Simpson, Johnson, Richardson, Simpson & Clyde.

The Committee decided to refund Bandsman Thompson 5/- in connection with fare Paid to Warkworth Fayre. Moved & Sec that we play a Sunday evening concert if possible, in Welfare Hall Lynemouth to write Mr Kemp relative to same. It was decided that we make preparations for a Xmas Draw. Samples of various tickets to hand. This concluded the meeting.

Special Meeting Held Nov 30th 1931

Committee & Trustees

Mr J. McPhearson Presided & the Following were Present Messrs R Tait, J Coates, E Shears, W. Crawford sen, R Simpson, J Tindale, D. Johnson, J. Baldsdon.

Moved by W. Crawford that we ask that Mr Clyde be asked to pay 10/- per week. Sec by J. Coates which was carried. Mr Clyde was Interviewed & Promised to Pay that Amount.

General Meeting held Dec 13th 1931. M Shears Presided. Financial Statement given for 1931. Moved by L Sanderson Seconded by D. Johnson that we Accept the Treasurer’s Book Satisfactory as there was nothing to show in the Secretary’s Book & it was left in the hands of the Committee to be dealt with. The Election of Officers Resulted as Follows, Mr R Tait, chairman, Mr G Bell, vice chairman, Mr J Coates, Secretary, Mr Tindale Treasurer. Committee Messrs R Simpson, W Crawford senr, E Shears, T Crawford, T Bromley, L Sanderson, D Johnson, W Cochrane, G Douglass, Auditors T Crawford, T Bromley. Librarian, W Crawford senr. Mr R Tait Assistant Secretary. Collectors Johnson, Simpson, Shears, Sanderson, Bromley. Moved by J Tindale, Sec by T Crawford that the Contributions be 3d to Band & 3d to Uniform Fund. Moved by W Cochrane Sec J Tindale that we ask certain Men to become members of this Band. Moved by J Coates Sec W Cochrane that L Sanderson Repair the Ropes of the Drum. Moved by Richardson Sec L Sanderson that we go out to Raise money for Band funds once per month.

Arrangement of Practice for Dance Band & L Sanderson to be M.C. for Dance. Door Keepers Elected were Messrs Simpson, Crawford, Shears, Johnson. Xmas and New Year Money to be Devoted to Music & that we go to Ashington on the Saturday after New Year 2nd Jan 1932. Mr Tindale Proposed we start at Farm & then to Village. This Concluded the Meeting.

Committee Meeting held 22nd December 1931.

Mr R Tait Presided & the Following were Present, Messrs Tait, Coates, Simpson, Crawford, Baldson, McPhearson, Tindale, Johnson. Moved by W Crawford Sec by J. Tindale that we Draw up an Agreement in Regard to Mr Clyde’s Payments owing to Band & that we appoint a J.P. the Payments to commence from this Date & that he Pay’s same to the Secretary. That the Secretary Draw up the Agreement as soon as possible.

This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held 28th December 1931. That Mr Clyde gets the loan of 15/- for the Agreement form to be signed by the Solicitor along with the Secretary. Carried

Plans are made

Bids are made for the opportunity to play at events including Seaton Delaval Children’s Gala and the Labour Women’s Advisory Council.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Jan 11th, 1931. Mr R Tait presided, and the following members were present, Messrs Rice, Crawford Senior, Coates, Richardson, Tindall, Shears & Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The treasurer gave off a report with reference to Xmas Draw, Whist Drive and Dance held on Dec 20, 1930. It was accepted as satisfactory. The committee decided to appoint an assistant Sec, Mr J Coates being nominated for the post. It was decided that we pay £6 – to Bank as part payment for instruments. It was also decided to pay Mr Wilkinson the sum of £3 – towards cost of printing. The Sec was instructed to ask him to render an account for same. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting Sunday Morning Feb 1st, 1931. Mr R Tait presided, and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Richardson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Simpson, Shears & Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The sec was instructed to send M Bowers the sum of £1 – as part payment for hire of Bus. The Chairman & Sec gave off a report relative to the interview with Mr Hall on Band business which was accepted as satisfactory. The Sec was instructed to write the Miners’ Federation relative to Conductor. This Concluded the Meeting.

Committee meeting held Sunday Feb 29th, 1931. Mr R Tait Presided, and the following members were present Messrs Simpson, Tindall, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior and Clyde. The minutes of the previous were read and accepted as a true copy. The committee decided that the Cambo Tender be left over for the time being. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary gave off his report relative to his visit to Ashington Colliery Office on Jan 29th, Saturday with Books etc. It was decided that we send £1 – 5 as part payment for Euphonium. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday April 12th, 1931

Mr R Tait Presided, and the following members were present Messrs Tindall, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Simpson, Richardson & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous were read and accepted as a true copy. Correspondence was taken as read. Lynemouth Parish Hall was booked by the Band for a Whist Drive and Dance on Dec 19th, 1931. The Sec was instructed to write the following places for dates for a programme. Widdrington Social Club, Plough Inn Ellington Village, Ashington Urban Council for Hirst Park.

This concluded the meeting.    R Tait

Committee Meeting held Sunday May 3rd, 1931. Mr R Tait Presided, and the following members were present Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Cochrane, Rice, Tindall, Richardson, Simpson & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read, excepting tender for High Spen which was debated on. The secretary was instructed to write Labour Women’s Advisory Council with reference to June 7. The secretary was instructed to apply to Local Club for a date for programme. The Committee decided to tender for the following, West Stanley Lodge at £15 -, Seaton Delaval Children’s Gala at £7 –

This concluded the meeting.   R Tait

Euphonium to be Bought

A euphonium is to be bought from Newcastle and sent to be overhauled.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Aug 10th 1930.

Mr W Crawford Senior Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Crawford Junior, Simpson, Cochrane & Clyde

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The committee decided that Euphonium be bought from Newcastle and sent to Boosey to be overhauled. It was decided to ask the Ashington Miners Federation Committee to receive a deputation from this band on the question of a letter received from them with reference to a New Political Union.

The Committee decided to dispense with H Johnson’s services as a bandsman. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Aug 24th, 1930.  Mr Crawford Senior Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Simpson, Tindall, Crawford Junior, Tait, Cochrane & Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. Correspondence nil. The Committee decided that the Band canvass Lynemouth on Saturday morning Aug 30th in aid of Band funds. The Committee decided that the Band play a programme at Linton, date to be arranged. This motion, however, was defeated on coming before the Band.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Sept 7th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Crawford Senior, Shears, Simpson & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Committee decided that in future meetings be held 1st Sunday every month.

The Committee decided that Band attend the Armistice Service at Lynemouth on Nov 11th 1930. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Oct 4th 1930.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Simpson, Cochrane & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Committee decided to pay Mr Foster 5/- being part expense for hire of car in connection with Baldwin Pantomime Party. It was decided that a letter from Miners Federation be on the table pending the result of the deputation to Mr J. J. Hall.

Messrs Tait Tindall and Simpson volunteered to meet Lynemouth Church people with a view to running of Whist Drive.

This concluded the meeting

Playing Engagements are Planned

The band makes plans to play at events in locations from Otterburn to Pelton Fell.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning June 8th 1930. Mr Crawford Senior presided and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Tait, Cochrane, Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The Secretary was instructed to book Mr Wilf Weedy of Morpeth for the programme season. He was instructed to write to a Mr J Wilson of Eden Terrace in respect of monies he owes to the band. The Correspondence was accepted as satisfactory. The Sunday evening programme in Ellington Dene on June 8th realised the sum of £1-3-1

The Treasurer’s report is as follows, May 25th uniform 1/6, Contributions 3d. June 1st Contributions NIL. Uniform 1/-.

This concluded the meeting.

 Committee Meeting held Saturday, June 21st

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present. Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Simpson, Cochrane, Shears and Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary was instructed to tender for the following, Stamfordham at £10. Otterburn at £10 and Pelton Fell at £10. The Secretary was instructed to write the Steward of Tynemouth Social Club a letter of thanks for returning a P.O. valued at 2/6 lost by our drummer while there on June 8. The Secretary was instructed to verify the tender for Wark Show namely £10-. He was also instructed to book Mr Scott’s bus for Sunday evening June 29th for programme at Hirst Park. The Secretary was advised to write for a date for Lynemouth Parish Hall Dec 28th if possible.

This ended the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday July 6th

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present. Messrs Tindall, Simpson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior & Clyde. The minutes of the previous was read and accepted. To write Mr Kemp with reference to Lynemouth Children’s Gala. The Sec was instructed to pay Messrs Boosey & Co. The committee decided to that Mr S. Hall appear before Board to explain his conduct towards Band. Sec to ask Bandsmen for terms for Picnic. It was agreed to pay R. Routledge 7/6 for playing at Morpeth.

Committee meeting held Sunday July 27th 1930

Mr Shears Presided and the following members were present, Messers Simpson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Cochrane, Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Bell and Son Carriers with reference to euphonium. Mr Tindall gave off a report relative to meeting of Ashington Hospital Carnival Committee. Nothing definite settled until a further meeting. The committee decided that the band attend Ellington School Children’s Sports to be held on Saturday Aug 2nd.

Plans for Durham Miners’ Gala

The committee debate which banners they might march into Durham and how much they would charge.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning April 13th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present Messrs Crawford Senior, Simpson, Tindall & Clyde. The Minutes of the previous were read and accepted as a true copy. The Correspondence was taken as read. The Deputations report was given off in connection with interview of Church people namely Messrs Foster and Ellison, relative to the running of Baldwin Pantomime on April 23rd 1930 at 3pm & 7.30 p.m. There was no Treasurer’s report due to his absence. This concluded the meeting.

 Committee Meeting held Sunday morning April 27th 1930.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messers Simpson, Tindall, Crawford Senior, Cochrane and Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary was instructed to tender for Elsdon Pic Nic at £7.10. The Secretary was also instructed to book Hirst Park for May 18th and June 29th. The Treasurer gave off his report as follows: April 6th Contributions 1/6. Uniforms 3/- 13th April, Contributions 9d. Uniform 2/-. April 20th Cont. nil. Uniform Nil. The Secretary was instructed to write and cancel proposed dance on May 17th in Lynemouth Parish Hall. This Concluded the Meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday May 11th 1930. Mr Crawford Senior Presided and the following members were present Messers Tait, Tindall, Crawford Junior, Simpson, Cochrane & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary gave his version of the Federation’s reply to our request re deputation on May 4th 1930 on the question of proposed Levy for Band. The Treasurer’s report is as follows April 27th 11/- contrib. 4/6 uniform. May 4th Contrib. Nil. Uniform. Nil. The Secretary’s action was endorsed with reference to playing of programme at Ellington Village, provisionally fixed for Sunday evening July 6th. With reference to playing of programme at Hirst Park on May 18th 1930. The Secretary was instructed to ‘Book’ Mr Scott’s buss. Bandsmen were instructed to be in readiness to leave Lynemouth at 6.45 p.m. they agreed to pay their own buss fare on this occasion. Mr J Baker appeared before “Committee” on Monday evening May 12th and was readmitted to band subject to him conforming to rules, he promised to remain with the Band. The Secretary was instructed to tender for Washington Colliery Banner on July 26th at the sum of £17-. This concluded the meeting.  

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning May 25th 1930. Mr Crawford Senior Presided and the following members were present, Messers Crawford Junior, Simpson, Tindall and Clyde. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as satisfactory. The Secretary was instructed to tender for Hylton Miners’ Lodge at £12-10 for July 26th also Kimblesworth Miners’ Lodge at £10-. He was also instructed to tender for Pelton Co Durham at £10-. The arrangement for Buss for June 14th from Lynemouth to North Shields was left in the hands of the Secretary. The Committee decided that the Band play a programme in Ellington Dene on June 8th Whit Sunday (weather permitting). The Secretary was advised to write to a Mr Crawford of New Hartley with a view to asking him to play with our band at Morpeth on July 19th. The Treasurer’s report is as follows: May 11th Con. 3/9, uniform 2/6. May 18th, nil.

This concluded the meeting.

Conductor News

A deputy conductor is appointed, and the existing conductor is instructed to be stricter.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning March 16th 1930

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford, Tindall, Simpson, Shears & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Correspondance was taken as read.

The Secretary was instructed to tender for Belford Show at £10. Also explain last year’s financial difficulties. The committee decided that Mr Medlin’s application for membership of Band, to come under rule, as per printed Honorary Members Card. The alternative being a full member. The Secretary was instructed to book Lynemouth Parish Hall for May 17th, 1930.  The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Docherty, Federation Secretary, with a view to arranging appointment to interview him as regards Federation Levy. The chairman, Secretary & Mr Shears were deputed to act as deputation for same. The Children’s Sports Secretary, Mr Sawtill gives due notice that the Band’s services would be welcomed on July 5th, 1930. The committee decided that Mr T Cowton can, if he wishes, act as Deputy Conductor until such times as there may be a vacancy. The Treasurer’s report was omitted again due to his absence. This concluded the meeting.

 Committee Meeting held Sunday morning, March 30th, 1930.

Mr R Tait presided and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Simpson, Shears, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. Mr J Tindall gave a brief report on his visit to Amble, in connection with the proposed booking of Pantomime Party, the object in view being to augment the Band Funds by running a two night show in the Lynemouth Parish Hall, subject to dates being confirmed. The Treasurer reported the sum of … for week ending March 23. Contributions 3d & 2/6 in from Week ending March 16th. 1/6 and 6d contributions. Anything but satisfactory. The Committee decided that the Secretary’s cornet be sent to Messrs Boosey for Repairs. The committee agreed to give Mr T Scott the sum of 1/- for repairs to Instrument. Mr Tindall was granted the sum of 2/-in connection with his visit to Amble. The committee Interviewed the Conductor as regards the discipline of the band. He was instructed to be more strict in future. This concluded the meeting.

£3 Raised on Christmas Day

Busking on Christmas Day was successful, but the money raised at the whist drive was unsatisfactory.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Jan 5th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Cochrane, Simpson Tait & the sec. The minutes of the previous meeting were read & accepted as true copy.

The treasurer reported that the Band parade on Xmas day realised the sum of £3-00. The financial result of the whist drive was very unsatisfactory. The question of members’ contributions again came up for discussion. Mr R Tait made it very plain in the Band room that unless members keep their contributions good, there was just that possibility of Lynemouth & Ellington Band being no more. The treasurer’s report was accepted as satisfactory.

The secretary was instructed to write Mr F Johnson re his contributions to Band, also uniform Fund. Mr Geo Coates appeared before the committee with a view to becoming a playing member of the band, he was accepted, subject to his confirming the rules i.e. 9d per week.

This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Jan 19th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Tindall, Simpson, Cochrane and the secretary. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as a true copy. The committee decided that Mrs C.W. Foster, Ryhope, be paid the sum of 2/6 equivalent to prize, the same to apply in the case of Mrs L Stubbs of South Shields. 2/-.

The treasurer reported the sum of 1/6 for uniforms and 1/3 for contribution for weekend Dec 22nd 1929 and Jan 5th 1930. A very unsatisfactory return.

The committee decided that the sum of £10 be paid into Bank also that we pay Margaret Bowers the sum of £1 as part payment for hire of Buss. It was also agreed that we send the sum of £2 to Mr A Wood being part loan from him.

The Committee decided that we put a tender in for Cambo Exhibition, to be held Saturday Aug 16th 1930. The tender to be £12 – 10. The Secretary was instructed to pay £10 to Bank.  This closed the meeting. 

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning Feb 2nd 1930.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present Messrs Crawford, Cochrane & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The Treasurer reported the sum of 1/6 contributions and 2/- uniforms for week ending Jan 18th and for week ending Jan 26th 3/- for uniforms and 9d for contributions. A letter of acknowledgement was read in connection with Band’s Tender for Cambo Exhibition, very much appreciated.

The secretary was instructed to write Secretary of Colliery Institute Ellington for vacant dates in March, with a view to running a Whist Drive and dance. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Feb 16th, 1930. Mr R Tait presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Shears, Simpson & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. It was decided that Mrs Young of East Moor Farm be granted the sum of 2/6, equivalent to prize. Mr Shears undertook the job of interviewing Mr Macdonald with regard to same. Mr Tait and Mr Shears volunteered to interview Mr Johnson and Son relative to Band property. The Treasurer’s report omitted due to his non-appearance. This concluded the meeting.

Plans for December

Performances and social events are planned.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Nov 24th, 1929. Mr Tait presided, and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Thos Cochrane, Tait, Simpson & the secretary.

The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as a true copy. The secretary was instructed to see Mr W Tait re his membership of the Band. The committee decided that the secretary write Mr Godsmark to see if there is any possibility of getting him into the band.

Mr Medlin’s resignation was read in committee, after debate on same, he be asked to turn over all band property.

The secretary was instructed to write Schools at Lynemouth for terms for Whist Drive and Dance.

The treasurer’s report was accepted as satisfactory.

The committee decided that the Band parade at Lynemouth, weather permitting, on Saturday Nov 30th in the afternoon at 1-30 P.M. to canvass locality object being sale of tickets in connection with our Xmas Draw. It was decided that we pay deposit to C.W.S. towards uniforms. It was agreed that the meeting close.

Special Committee Meeting held Thursday Evening Nov 28th 1929.

Mr R Tait presided and the following members were present, Messers Tindall, Simpson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Cochrane & Clyde.

Business – to consider a letter from Secretary of Ellington Colliery Institute re application to Book Institute Hall for Whist Drive & Dance. The committee decided that there be 25 bill posters be printed in connection with same. It was agreed that we approach Messers J Mawson & W Straughan to act as M.C.s for Whist & Dance. The Secretary was instructed to procure a Dance Band for this date, limited to £1-1 plus bus fare. It was decided that the Committee in general look after door keeping etc. Mr R Tait took on the responsibilities of catering. Whist prizes to be left over to ordinary meeting. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Dec. 8th 1929.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messers Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Simpson,  Cochrane & the Secretary.

The minutes of the previous were read and accepted as a true copy. The minutes of the special meeting were also read and confirmed. The question of brake of band business was held over on account of Mr Tindall’s absence from Committee. The secretary was instructed to order 25 cards for the convenience of Honorary Members. A demand note for payment was read in committee from Margaret Bowers of Bedlington the question of payment was left over to the next meeting. The question of 1st prize for Whist (in connection with benefit for Band funds) was left over to next meeting. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Dec 22nd. Mr E Shears Presided and the following members were present, Messers Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Tait, Simpson & the sec. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as a true copy.

Mr Medlin’s application for return of money, part payment of uniform was refused. He appeared before the committee to explain his case, which, after discussion there was no progress.

The Committee decided that the band parade at Lynemouth on Xmas morning to play carols.

This concluded the meeting.

New Sheet Music

Sheet Music ‘Quaker Girl’ and books of marches are to be ordered.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning 9.30 AM approx. Oct 27th 1929

Mr R Tait Presided, & the following members were present. Messers Tait, Tindall, Crawford (Senr), Crawford Jnr, & the secretary A Clyde. Also Mr J Medlin, Auditor.

Business – The minutes of previous meeting were accepted as true copy.

The committee decided that each member distribute Lottery tickets around Lynemouth with the idea of the Band going around to collect same in.

It was decided that we purchase books of marches, sample to hand from Mr J R Lafleur.

The Secretary was instructed to write Mr J Coates with regard to his non-appearance at practices.

The Secretary was also instructed to write Mr Kemp again with a view to running a Wed evening dance in the Lynemouth Welfare Hall on 50-50 terms.

It was moved that the meeting close.

Committee Held Sunday morning Nov 10th 1929 Welfare Hut, Lynemouth

Mr Shears presided & the following members were present: Messrs Cochrane, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tait, Simpson & Clyde, Sec.

The secretary was instructed to write Mr J Coates again. The committee decided that Mr Godsmark be notified to hand all band property in. The treasurer’s report was accepted as satisfactory. His application for buss fare to Ashington was granted.

The question of Mr W Tait’s non-appearance at practice was left over to next meeting.

The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Graham with a view to booking Colliery Institute for Whist Drive and dance between Xmas and New Year provided we can get a suitable date.

It was decided that we order odd copies of ‘Quaker Girl’ selection.

The secretary to see Mr Medlin re his resignation from the band.

It was agreed that the meeting close.

AGM 1929

The meeting is held in the Welfare Hut.

Yearly Meeting Oct 6th Welfare Hut

M McPhearson in the chair. The minutes of the previous year were read and conformed. Auditors report was given by Mr Jos Cooper and was deemed satisfactory. Carried Moved by J Tindall Sec by J Medlin.

Election of Officers

Chairman                Mr E Shears

Secretary                Mr Alex Clyde, Linton

Treasurer                Mr Wilfred Cochrane

Committee              Mr Tait, R Simpson, Wm Crawford Jnr, Thos Crawford, Wm Crawford Snr, J W Tindall

Librarian                 Mr Wm Crawford Snr

Collectors               Re-election Shears, Simpson, Crawford, Cooper

Auditors                  Stanley Hall & Jos Medlin

New business, letters were read from Mr Ridley Warham regarding the failure of the Band trustees not complying with the contract with the Ashington Coal Co regarding the payment of Instruments, after discussion it was resolved that we try and strengthen the means of contribution, the whole business arising out of an application to Welfare funds for support. A speech was given by Mr J Balsden in which he urged every member to work and try to make the Band self-supporting, a vote of thanks was given to retiring officials by Mr Jos Cooper.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning Oct 13th 1929

Mr E Shears Presided and the following members were present, Messers W Crawford Snr, W Crawford Jnr, Tait, Tindall, Simpson & the secretary together with the Auditors Messers Hall, Medlin.

Business

The minutes of the previous General meeting were accepted as a true copy. The secretary was given permission to Order a Letter Copy Book & Foolscap.

The secretary was instructed to write Mr Kemp for terms and conditions with a view to obtaining permission to run a Wed evening dance in Welfare Hall. The committee decided that the band parade at Linton on Saturday Oct 19th in the afternoon to push forward the sale of Lottery Draw in aid of Band Funds.

The secretary was instructed to write Bandsman living at Ashington to join up or hand band property in.

A question of changing practice nights was discussed in committee, decided that they remain as they are.

The committee decided that band members MUST pay their contributions up to date, failing a satisfactory explanation, other measures would be adopted.

It was agreed that committee meet Fortnightly on Sunday mornings

Moved, Sec & agreed the meeting closed.

A Football Lottery is Proposed

More fundraising suggestions are given, including a football lottery.

General Meeting Held July 26th

Minutes of previous meeting were read and adopted. Discussion followed in regard to Committee men working in the interest of the Band. A resolution was moved by Mr Medlin, Sec by Wm Crawford Jnr that Collectors go with Band on Programmes Engagements only and to have same privileges as Band Men.

Band Business Moved by Jos Medlin sec by Thos Crawford that all Band Business be confined to Band only.

Conduct of Members That during all engagements playing members be under the control of the Conductor.

Moved by E Shears sec by Thos Crawford that Mr Johnstone be brought before the Committee for Misbehaviours at the Pic.Nic.

Committee Meeting Aug 4th

Minutes of last meeting were read and conformed the object of the meeting was to consider ways and means of raising money for Band Funds.

It was proposed to have a Football Lottery and members pay 6d weekly. A proposal was also put forward by Wm Crawford Jnr that we have a trip and the results of the trip go to Band Funds and that Messers J Tindall, Wm Crawford Jnr, Wm Tait draw up rules to govern lottery.

Xmas Draw Management Committee. J Tindall, Wm Crawford Jnr, Robt Simpson, A Clyde, E Shears Chairman, Motion Carried.

An application was made by Stanley Hall to use his cornet at private dances and was carried providing it did not interfere with Practices or Engagements.

Band rules were read and considered and it was agreed to reprint and distribute to Band Members.

New Uniforms

The purchase of new uniforms is planned.

Meeting Jan 7th 1929 

To consider the question of uniforms. After discussion it was decided to form a fund for the same and that playing members pay 6d weekly towards getting uniforms for the coming season.  Moved by Thos Crawford, sec by Wm Crawford.

Meeting Held March 8/29

A complaint was made by Mr A Clyde about having to wait out side on practice nights owing to the doors not having been open at the proper time. Moved by E Shears, Sec by J Tindall that it be mentioned to the Librarian.

Question of Contributions

Moved by A Clyde, Sec by Wm Crawford that it be brought to the notice of members the necessity of keeping up their contributions and paying all arrears, and that we hold a special general meeting to discuss the same.

Meeting Held Mar 13 1929

With regard to the Hospital Carnival, it was moved by Mr McPhearson, Sec by Wm Crawford that Mr A Clyde and Geo Bell represent the Band at the meeting of the Carnival Committee.

On Motion moved by Wm Crawford sec by R Simpson the following men were added to the Band Committee, Mr Richard Lathlane, John Nicholson, Mr McLawerance.

Moved by A Clyde sec by E Shears that the meetings by held monthly.

Decided that the Band play Linton, Good Friday morning and Cresswell Easter Monday

                    Ernest Shears

                              Acting Chairman

Special Meeting

The important issue of buying a trombone water key needs an extra meeting of eight committee members in the Colliery Institute.

Meeting Held Aug 19 in Institute 

8 present to consider the question of buying a trombone water key for W Pitchford. It was unanimously decided that we do so.

It was also agreed that we hold our annual meeting in the Institute at 9.30 AM Sunday Aug 26.

Yearly Meeting Held Sept 2nd 1928 

Meeting convened 6 PM Mr Geo Thistle taking the chair in the absence of Mr McPhearson.

Minutes of last meeting were read and accepted as satisfactory by the committee. Financial Statement was afterwards given, and report of auditors, after discussion it was moved by Mr R Simpson & Seconded by Mr E Shears that the report be accepted as satisfactory.

Moved by Mr Geo Thistle Sec by Robt Simpson that contributions be paid up every month and that playing members be notified every month.

Lottery. Moved by Geo Thistle sec by Mr Joe Cooper that it be left in the hands of the officials and printing be left in the hands of Mr J Tindall.

Election of officials and committee were elected en bloc

Honorary President           Mr A E Holliday

Chairman                          Mr John McPhearson

Secretary                          Mr Robt Tait

Treasurer                          Mr Robt Simpson

Messrs Morton & A Clyde were elected to committee.

Choir Festival

The band is to play at a choir festival

Meeting Feb 12 

Moved by Mr J Rice Sec by Wm Crawford that the brothers Goulden become members of the Band.

Meeting Mar 31st

Choir Festival. To play at Festival after discussion Wm Crawford moved J Rice Sec that we play for £3 & refreshments and 50/50 at dance. Carried.

Moved by Mr Rice, Sec by E Shears that the Secretary go and interview Secretary of Sports Committee and get particulars and requirements within a radius of 30 miles.

Meeting June 28 

Reading of Correspondence from Miners’ Federation and Children’s Gala Committee, it was moved by E Shears sec by J Rice that we appoint deputation to meet Federation officials with a view to paying expenses for travelling to Morpeth.

Next business was the question of Mr Huddleston not turning up at practice, it was moved by Rice, sec by Wm Crawford that the instrument be called in at once.

After reading a letter from Children’s Gala committee it was moved by Mr Clyde sec by Mr Rice that we attend and play.

Raffle

The quilt is ready to be raffled

Meeting Held Nov 19

With 6 members present it was discussed about the raffling of Quilt and it was moved by J Tindall Sec by Geo Thistle that the Band go out and sell tickets.

The Question of Xmas lottery was left over till a later date.

Questions were brought up with regard to the Levey, and it was decided that the List be canvassed.

In reference to intimation from Mr Halliday about the Band joining up with the St Johns Ambulance the following were appointed to interview Mr Halliday on the matter, Mr McPhearson, Tait, Mr Geo Bell. 

Welfare Hut, Moved by Mr Moody & Thistle that we write Kemp, and solicit numbers of Badges; of playing members.

Old People’s Treat

It is agreed to raise funds for the Old People’s Treat .

Meeting held Aug 13th        8 members present

Minutes of previous meeting were read, the conformation was moved by Mr Tilley Sec R Simpson. Carried.

An application was made for the Band to play round the Streets in aid of the Old People’s Treat. It was moved by Mr Thos Morton sec by Mr Tilley that we go on the understanding that we have a representative on that Committee. On the motion of Mr Tilley, sec by R Simpson that G Tindall be appointed.

In regard to the Levey it was decided after discussion that the Secretary draw up lists and appoint someone to see the men, to have the Levey increased.

In respect to Band Trip to Rothbury it was decided to play Afternoon and Evening, and Bus paid from the collection, any deficiency to be made up by the members.

There was a Sub Committee appointed to solicit prizes for the Xmas Lottery, the following Mr Tilley, Moody, Tindall, Simpson, Cooper, Crawford & Shears.

The Chairman Mr J McPhearson brought up the question of the Band playing at Funerals, after discussion it was moved by Mr J Tindall sec by J Tindall that we charge £5 in the event of any Society needing our services, and in cases of distress the sum of £2.10 be given to the widow, subject to the discretion of the Band Committee.  Carried

Correspondence was read from Rev Moor relative to Armistice Day Nov 13 which was left till next meeting.

Mr John McPhearson was appointed the Band representative on the Flower Show Committee.

Meeting held Sept 20

                              Rice Dance owing a dance being held in Ellington Institute it was decided to cancel the Hall on the motion of Mr Shears & R Simpson.

In reply to a question about the fee for playing at Miners’ Gala it was moved by Mr Shears sec by R Simpson that we write about it to the Secretary of the Federation.

Discussion arose with regard to admission to the dance in the new institute, moved by Mr Shears sec by Wm Crawford that all playing members pay with regard to Armistice Sunday. It was agreed that we await further developments before the Band be allowed to play.

John Mc Pherson