Historical Minutes
In 2025, our centenary year, the band was gifted two minute books dating from our earliest days. These books were kept as a record of meetings held by the committee, and we have digitised their notes as accurately as possible here for you to enjoy. Many thanks to the daughter of John and Winnie Brannan for the kind donation.
AGM 1938
1938’s AGM sees the election of new committee members and officials.
1938’s AGM sees the election of new committee members and officials.
Committee Meeting held Feb 1st 1938
Mr J L Sanderson presided
Present were Richardson, Merritt, Thompson & 2 officials
Mr Thos Crawford was excused.
Mr Merritt moved & Richardson seconded that the meeting be opened.
The minutes of the last meeting were read.
It was moved Richardson, seconded Thompson that under the circumstances the result of the Whist Drive & Dance be regarded as satisfactory.
Mr Johnson moved that any tickets which are handed to players in the band for disposal must be accounted for. Mr Richardson seconded this motion.
The minutes were then accepted. Moved Richardson, seconded Merritt.
A letter was read by secretary, from the Aged Miners’ Homes Association stating that they would like to have the band attend the opening ceremony to be held at Lynemouth on Feb 26th 1938. Mr Richardson moved that the band attend. Mr Johnson seconded.
It was moved Merritt that we ask Jos Baker to reconsider his decision re his resignation from band & committee.
It was decided to hold the Annual General Meeting on Feb 13th 1938.
Mr Merritt moved that Mr R Lawson be asked to help audit the books in place of Mr Robt Henderson who had resigned earlier in the year.
Mr Johnson moved Mr Barron.
Richardson moved that nominations be closed.
The vote went in favour of Mr Barron.
Financial report of the concert held January 18, 1938.
Mr Johnson, as Treasurer, reported a deficit of one shilling & sevenpence (1/7) after Mr Sanderson promised to pay 2/6 to cover cost of advertising concert.
Mr Richardson moved & Merritt seconded that a letter be sent to Mr R Lawson explaining controversy over Jnr Lawson & the band trombone
Richardson moved
Merritt seconded
That the meeting be closed.
Annual Meeting held 13 Feb 1938
J L Sanderson (President) in the chair
Minutes
Minutes of the last Annual Meeting were read & confirmed by a motion moved by R McPherson & seconded by J. Graham.
Balance Sheet
This was read & considered, followed by the Auditors’ Report & accepted as satisfactory. Moved by T. Crawford & seconded G. W. Thompson.
Election of Officials
Chairman
L. Sanderson moved by R. Routledge & sec by R. McPherson & accepted.
Secretary
T. Crawford moved W. Thompson. G. Barron was moved by A. Jarvie & seconded by J. Graham & accepted.
Treasurer
J. Graham moved & R. McPherson seconded that D. Johnson be re-elected, this being agreed to.
Committee
It was agreed that Messrs Thompson & Crawford be elected plus 4 others from outside.
Bandmaster
It was moved & seconded by T. Crawford & J. Graham respectively that R. Routledge be re-elected.
Resignation of J. Baker
This was read & considered, after which it was felt that, owing to it being Mr Baker’s desire, that it be accepted.
Band Sergeant
Mr Thompson was elected to this position.
Correspondence
A letter received from the Newbiggin Council offering dates for programmes to be given on the Promenade was read, when it was agreed to make applications for the following dates, June 12, July 10, Aug 7 & 21.
Bus Fares to Players
This was raised by Mr R. McPherson on the grounds of reducing expenditure. After careful & protracted consideration, it was agreed to continue to pay Bus Fares to Players.
Contributions (Members)
It was decided to continue to contribute 3d per member per week.
Colliery Levy
This question was discussed for some length when it was finally agreed to defer the matter until the new committee take over.
Committee Meeting held 23 March, 1938
Present were Messrs T. Crawford, W. Thompson plus the Officials
L. Sanderson in the chair
Business
A further letter from Newbiggin Council was read, intimating that we had been granted 7 Aug for a programme & also making further alternative offers of vacant dates.
These were considered, when it was agreed to make applications for Sunday 29 May.
Circular from Blyth Parks Committee was read, it also offering dates for Croft Park. This also was considered after which it was agreed that we leave it on the table.
Hire of Players
This was considered necessary owing to our small numbers, & thought advisable to get in touch with the following as early as possible,
J. Gillan, J. Baily, G. Knight, R. Tweddle & J. Routledge.
This ended the business.
John L Sanderson, CHAIRMAN
Alexandra Palace
The band members are asked whether they want to enter a contest at Alexandra Palace.
The band members are asked whether they want to enter a contest at Alexandra Palace.
Meeting held October 5th.
Mr W Richardson presided.
Present were Messrs Baker, Merritt, Richardson & Barron.
After the meeting had been declared open, the chairman welcomed Mr Barron as a new committee man.
The minutes of the last monthly meeting were read and confirmed. Mr Baker moved the adoption & Mr Johnson seconded.
Mr Barron moved that the band sec. find out whether or not the “Vocal Rivals” concert party was available for Thursday Nov 25th & also to fix a suitable fee.
It was decided that Mr Johnson see R Rickaby re tickets for a concert.
Mr Barron moved & J Baker seconded that the question of a dance at Ellington Institute be left over until a later date.
Mr Baker moved & Mr Barron sec that Sec & Treas arrange to secure a number of prizes.
Mr Baker moved Mr Johnson seconded that minute re a street programme in Lynemouth be rescinded & that the programme be carried out on Sunday morning October 17th.
Mr Barron moved Mr Baker seconded that the question of a new set of rules for the band monthly meeting (Nov 2nd)
It was agreed that the suggestion made by Mr Johnson re the formation of a fund, by means of which the band could attend the Alex Palace Band Contest in Sept 1938, be put before the band for bandsmens approval, payments to be weekly contributions of any size.
Mr Johnson moved the meeting closed.
Mr Merritt seconded
J L Sanderson
Chairman
Monthly Meeting held Nov 2nd
Mr J L Sanderson presided
Present were Messrs Barron, Thompson, & 2 officials.
The minutes of the last monthly meeting were read.
Mr Johnson suggested that a notice be hung in the practice room, to the effect that, all band members interested in the proposed Alex Palace fund, should inform the Sec.
The minutes were then accepted.
Mr Barron moved the adoption & Mr Johnson seconded.
It was moved & seconded Johnson & Thompson that Mr Barron should take the Chairman’s duties at the band concert.
Ticket collectors chosen were Messrs Sanderson & Johnson. Mr Barron said he would get one of the Institute employees to take the pay box.
For the Armistice Service it was left to the Sec & Treas to secure a band.
The meeting was declared closed.
Moved Thompson. Seconded Johnson
J L Sanderson
Chairman
Meeting held 7-12-37
Mr J L Sanderson presided
Present were Messrs Baker, Merritt, and the two officials.
Mr Johnson moved, Mr Baker seconded that the meeting be declared open.
Mr Merritt moved, Baker seconded that the sec approach bandsmen re the Alex Palace fund, on Wednesday evening at the band practice.
The concert which was held on Nov 25th 1937 showed a deficit of 11/- less 1/6 ticket money which had not been paid to date.
The rest of the minutes were accepted
Moved Baker. Seconded Merritt.
Whist Drive & Dance
Bills announcing this to be put out for Friday Dec 10th.
A 10/- note to be raffled at the dance.
Mr Johnson to purchase tickets.
Mr Johnson & Sec to canvass Lynemouth.
Mr Sanderson was chosen to be M. C. at the Whist Drive. Mr Baker & Jarvie to be doorkeepers.
Mr Baker moved, Merritt seconded that Mr Johnson procure the necessary refreshments.
Mr & Mrs Johnson & Mr Merritt were chosen to take charge of the refreshments.
It was decided that the band turn out on Christmas Day at 8.30 a.m. It was decided not to engage any players, other than Robt Morton who had agreed to play on the same understanding as the rest of the bandsmen, providing that Messrs W Thompson & J Jarvie agreed to take solo cornet end.
Moved Mr Baker
Sec Mr Merritt
All showed favour of attending Lynemouth, Ellington Colliery & Ellington Village
Mr Baker moved the meeting closed & Mr Merritt seconded.
J L Sanderson
Chairman
Future of the Band
A major re organisation is needed and unsatisfactory members will be asked to leave.
A major re organisation is needed and unsatisfactory members will be asked to leave.
Committee Meeting held July 7th.
Mr J L Sanderson presided
Present were Messrs Baker, Crawford, Richardson, Merritt & three officials.
The minutes of the last meeting were read and accepted.
Mr Richardson moved their confirmation and Crawford seconded.
It was moved by J Baker & seconded by Thos Crawford that Mr J Routledge and W Godsmark be engaged to play with the band on Sunday evening.
It was carried unanimously that J. Slater, who had neither paid his weekly subscriptions nor attended the band practices for some time, be asked to leave the band.
Mr Richardson moved that Mr J Routledge was not to be paid for his services at Morpeth on pic nic day.
Seconded by J Baker
Mr Merritt made an amendment - Mr Routledge receive 5/- for his services.
Mr Richardson’s movement was carried.
Mr Baker moved that the sec ask the Lynemouth Children’s Gala Comm to make a collection on Saturday on behalf of the band.
Johnson seconded
J Baker moved that meeting be closed.
H Merritt seconded
J L Sanderson
General Meeting of Bandsmen, Trustees & Committee to discuss the future of the band. Held August 10th.
Mr Johnson Moved that meeting be declared open. Seconded by J Jarvie.
After a lengthy discussion on the affairs of the band, Mr Baker moved that the band be reorganized and all unsatisfactory players or members be asked to leave the band.
Seconded Wm Thompson
Mr Johnson moved that if the band continues to exist Mr J Rainbow be classed as an unsatisfactory player, and asked to hand in his cornet & be finished with the band.
Seconded Wm Thompson
It was moved by Wm Thompson that a new set of rules be drafted & kept by members of the Band.
Mr Shears moved and J Jarvie seconded that several outside men be asked to accept positions on the band committee. This committee when formed to draft a set of rules to govern band. A special meeting, to accept any new members, to be held on September 1st.
It was agreed that Sec write to Mr P J Fairley of Wallsend and ask him to refund the 2/- which was lent to him by Mr Shears on pic nic day.
Mr J Baker moved that the meeting be closed.
Seconded Merritt
J L Sanderson
Chairman
Meeting held Sept 22nd 1937
Mr J L Sanderson presided
Present: -
Chairman J L Sanderson
Secretary A Jarvie
Treasurer D Johnson
Committee Merritt
Richardson
Absent: - Baker, Crawford, Thompson, (Shears).
It was decided to carry on with the meeting.
Voting – 3 votes to one
Minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed.
Richardson & Johnson
Mr Richardson moved that the question of a set of new rules be left until next meeting to be held Oct 6.
Sec Merritt
Sec to write to Wallsend Colliery Band re 2/- belonging to E Shears.
Christmas Draw
It was decided to hold a Whist Drive and Dance instead of a Raffle. Mr Richardson moved that Sec and Treasurer see Mr Bean about hire of hall for Dance etc.
Dates to be Dec 25th or 31st.
As many prizes to be obtained as possible. Mr Richardson moved & Johnson seconded that two concerts be held at Lynemouth Institute.
Sec to engage hall for 25th Nov
& 13th Jan 1938
Moved Richardson seconded Merritt that Sec & Treasurer get band fixed up for Saturday Sept 26th.
Moved Richardson seconded Merritt that Band go around Streets of Lynemouth to try & get money for new stands.
Date to be October 14th.
This event to be Advertised.
Moved Merritt seconded Richardson that Mr Geo Barron be asked to attend next committee meeting & be installed as a new committee man.
The question of a Dance at Ellington Institute to be discussed at next meeting.
Richardson moved the meeting closed. Merritt seconded.
Wilf Richardson
Playing Plans
Plans are made to play at the Northumberland Miners’ Picnic and Durham Miners’ Gala.
Plans are made to play at the Northumberland Miners’ Picnic and Durham Miners’ Gala.
Monthly Meeting held May 5th.
J Baker presided
Present were Messrs Merritt, Thompson, Richardson & 2 Officials.
Mr Sanderson arrived after the meeting had been declared open.
Minutes of the last 3 meetings were read and accepted.
Moved Richardson
Seconded Thompson
Mr J Jarvie appeared before committee and was asked why he did not pay his weekly contributions. His answer was that he was intending to leave the band.
His resignation was accepted.
Moved Sanderson
Seconded Richardson
Two tenders for D.M.G. day were read. After a lengthy discussion it was decided to disregard all tenders for that day also that the East Tanfield Lodge be notified that our tender was withdrawn.
Moved Richardson
Seconded Johnson
Plough Inn programme
It was decided to ask R Morton to play Tenor Horn at that engagement, also Messrs J Routledge & T Godsmark the latter two to be paid 2/6 expenses.
Coronation Programme
First item on programme (Parade to chapel) not to be entertained. Sec to inform C. C. of this decision. 16 players assured for that day.
Moved Richardson. Sec. Sanderson
Mr Johnson asked if band could play a programme at Ashington for C.W.S. on July 3rd. Mr Richardson moved that we tender £7 for the price. Merritt seconded.
Mr Johnson moved £5.
Sanderson seconded.
£7 carried.
Lending of music
All music to be lent out by sanction of committee only.
It was moved & seconded Johnson & Baker that band purchase new music cupboard from W Richardson for 5/-.
Mr Sanderson asked that in future all meetings be moved & seconded closed.
Moved Richardson sec. Sanderson that the meeting be declared closed.
J Baker
Emergency Meeting held May 6th.
Mr J L Sanderson presided.
Present were Messrs Richardson, Baker, Merritt, Thompson & 3 Officials.
Mr Johnson reported that £7 was too much for the Ashington C.W.S. programme and that possibly the C.W.S. would pay £5 & perhaps a donation later on. Mr Richardson rescinded his motion for £7.
Baker moved £5
Thompson seconded.
Mr Henderson had asked sec if he thought the committee would rent any music to the 7th Batt Northld Fusiliers Band.
Mr Richardson moved that no music be lent. J Baker seconded.
Meeting declared closed. J Baker
Moved Baker sec Richardson
Emergency meeting held May 25th
Present were Messrs Richardson, Baker, Merritt, Thompson & 3 Offs.
A letter was read reporting that Mr J Bailey would not be playing at pic nic contest.
After much discussion it was agreed to engage Thos Jarvie & sec was asked to see T Corbett & ask him if he would play Solo Baritone.
It was moved by Richardson sec Merritt that Mr Johnson attended Lynemouth Children’s Gala Committee meeting for the purpose of postponing the Gala Day until June 31st.
Meeting declared closed.
Moved Baker
Seconded Merritt J Baker
Meeting held June 3rd 1937
J Baker presided
Present were Messrs Richardson, Thompson, Merritt & two Officials.
Mr Johnson moved that meeting opens.
Minutes were read.
Mr Richardson said that he was prepared to let his motion regarding the D.M.Gala tenders be withdrawn & that East Tanfield tender be left standing.
Moved Johnson
Seconded Richardson
Minute regarding the engagement of Thos Jarvie for pic nic day was left in aveyance until conductor expressed his views.
Moved Richardson
Seconded Johnson
Mr Johnson reported that the Childs Gala had been postponed from June 26th until July 10th. This report was accepted as satisfactory.
Mr Richardson moved that the rest of the minutes be accepted. Johnson seconded.
A letter was read from Newbiggin Council asking for confirmation of dates for prom bandstand programmes. Richardson moved that both dates be regarded as unsatisfactory and not entertained.
This suggestion was carried.
Coronation Day Payment
It was moved Richardson
Seconded Merritt
That the Sec write a letter of acknowledgement & thanks to Mr Booth & to enclose receipt of payment.
A letter was read from Ashington Miners’ Federated group of collieries asking the band to play at picnic.
Terms - £10 – 0 – 0
Richardson moved acceptance
Merritt seconded
Non-payment of contribs
Messrs Slater & Rainbow to be brought before committee.
Moved Richardson
Seconded Merritt
Programmes
It was decided to leave programmes over until return of Fusiliers.
Moved Thompson
Seconded Johnson
July 4th & 11th & August 8th were the dates selected & the dates chosen were – The Dene – Club & Bandstand
Richardson & Merritt
It was decided to leave the question of playing a programme at Red Row over until the next monthly meeting.
Moved Richardson & Sec Thompson that we tender £19 for Victoria Garesfield Lodge job on DMG day.
Mr Johnson said he would ask Robt Air for loan of cornet for J Brown & the band to be held responsible.
Richardson
Merritt
J L Sanderson
Coronation Plans
The band is asked to play at the Lynemouth Coronation Celebration.
The band is asked to play at the Lynemouth Coronation Celebration.
Emergency Meeting held February 21st 1937.
Members present were Messrs Crawford, Merritt, Baker, Richardson (W), Thompson, Shears & the three officials.
Mr Richardson was appointed chairman as Mr Sanderson was late in arriving.
Agenda
A letter from the Lynemouth Coronation Celebrations Committee was read. It was an invitation for two members of the band committee to attend their meeting on March 4th at Lynemouth Parish Hall. It was suggested by J Baker that the Chairman, Mr Sanderson & the Secretary Mr Jarvie attend this meeting.
This concluded the meeting. J L Sanderson
Meeting held March 18 1937
J. L. Sanderson presided
Present were Messrs Shears, Merritt, Baker, Thompson & 3 Officials.
The minutes of the Annual meeting and two emergency meetings were read and confirmed.
A letter was read from the Newbiggin Council asking if the band desired to have any concerts on promenade bandstand.
Moved & seconded Shears & Merritt that we apply for two Saturday evenings viz. July 31st & June 26th.
Also three Sunday evenings, viz. May 16th, June 13th & August 29th.
It was moved Merritt, seconded Baker that we tender a fee of £20 for the East Tanfield Lodge tender re Durham Gala Day.
A letter was read from the Coronation Committee of Lynemouth asking for cash help. It was decided that the band was not in a position to offer any such help.
It was moved Baker seconded Johnson that Sec tender £5 for Lynemouth Coronation Day Celebrations programme.
It was suggested that Sec & Treas canvass Lynemouth & Ellington to try and secure some more levies from Colliery.
Moved Baker seconded Shears
The Sec was asked to tell Mr R Henderson to appear before committee at next opportunity re. his not paying his weekly subscriptions. Also all other members who are in arrears to be brought before the committee. Moved Shears Seconded Johnson
Meeting declared closed. J Baker
Emergency Meeting held March 26th
Present Merritt, Thompson, Baker, Richardson, Crawford & 3 Officials
After a slight discussion Mr R Henderson promised to pay his subscription, on being supplied with a trombone & uniform.
Mr W. Richardson promised to attend practices as regular as possible to pay his subscription.
Mr T. Godsmark – The Sec was asked to write and engage above for pic nic day contest.
Meeting declared closed
J Baker
Emergency Meeting held April 11
Present were, Baker, Merritt, Richardson, Thompson, Crawford & 2 Officials
Mr Baker presided
On the Sec reporting that a deputation from the L. C. C. wished to meet band committee on Tuesday April 13 at 6 p.m. It was moved Richardson Sec Johnson that Sec report back and say it was impossible to do so but that Thursday April 15 at 8.30 p.m. was the only satisfactory time available.
It was decided to engage Messrs G. Knight, Routledge (J) and Tomlinson, T. for the pic nic contest fees to be 10/- & expenses.
It was then suggested that Ashington Federation might not engage the band for pic-nic contest & so it was moved Richardson and seconded Thompson that band play two programmes in Lynemouth to cover any expense incurred on pic-nic day.
Moved Johnson Seconded Merritt that May Day be first date. The other date was left to band to decide.
Mr Sanderson, the chairman, arrived late and asked committee if they would, in future, decline from appointing him on any deputation which may have to be chosen.
His application was not accepted.
Meeting declared closed.
J Baker
Meeting held April 22nd 1937
Mr J L Sanderson presided
Present were Messrs Richardson, Merritt, Thompson, Baker and the three officials.
Engagement of players for Morpeth Contest.
It was moved Richardson, seconded Johnson that Mr G. Knight & J Routledge receive 12/6 for the day’s playing, instead of 10/- as suggested by the band committee.
Previous minute was rescinded.
Coronation Celebrations
The action of the deputation in accepting the terms of the C.C.C. deputation was regarded as satisfactory. The terms were £5 to be paid if band turned out no less than 16 players.
It was decided to let the matter of the proposed United Service lie in abeyance until correspondence regarding such was received by secretary.
Subscription Cards
It was agreed that Sec procure 3 doz cards at 4d per doz.
Moved Richardson
Seconded Baker
This brought about a discussion on subscriptions, the sec reporting that several players were in arrears with their payments. It was moved & seconded by Richardson & Johnson that these persons be brought before committee.
It was moved Johnson, seconded Richardson that the band play a programme of music at the Plough Inn on Whit Sunday evening. Sec was asked to see W tiplady regarding such.
The Sec was asked by chairman to produce minute book at all future meetings.
It was decided that a monthly meeting of the committee should be held on the first Wednesday in each month.
Moved Richardson
Seconded Baker
Meeting declared closed
J Baker
1937’s AGM
It is decided that nobody should be allowed to enter the football field under the pretence of being with the band.
It is decided that nobody should be allowed to enter the football field under the pretence of being with the band.
Emergency Meeting held Thursday Feb 4th 1937
Present were Messrs Baker, Johnson, Graham, Jarvie, G. Richardson and Robinson
Mr. Jarvie took the chair in absence of Mr Sanderson. This meeting was called to discuss application from F Harding for use of baritone to learn under the teaching of R. Routledge and it was moved by G. Richardson secd J Graham that we grant him the instrument on condition that he join the band when the conductor thought he was competent enough. The motion was carried.
A discussion arose concerning the fixing of a date for the annual meeting which brought forward a motion from D. Johnson secd G Richardson that we appoint two new auditors to audit the books at the earliest possible moment, the two elected being Mr Sanderson and Mr Baker and the date for the annual meeting to be definitely fixed for Sunday Feb 14th 1937. It was also in the motion that we notify Mr Tait and Mr Lawson of this.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s sig John L Sanderson
Annual Meeting held 14th February 1937.
Mr Johnson Presided
The minutes of the last Annual Meeting, not being in the hands of the Asst Secretary they could not be read or confirmed.
Minutes of the Committee meeting held Nov 12th 1936 were read & a discussion arose regarding the N/C F.C. engagement. It was decided that no person, who was not in any way connected with the band, would, in future, be allowed to enter the football field under the pretence of being with the band.
The rest of the minutes were read and adopted.
Emergency meeting held Jan 17th 1936
Minutes were read and confirmed
Emergency meeting held
Minutes were read and confirmed
The balance sheet for 1936 was read by the Asst Sec & the adoption was moved by R. Henderson & seconded by Thos Crawford.
The next business was the election of Officials & Committee for 1937.
For the position of chairman Mr J L Sanderson was nominated & elected without opposition.
There were two nominations for the position of Secretary, these being Mr J Baker, who was nominated by R Henderson & seconded by D Johnson, and Mr A. Jarvie who was nominated by R Routledge & J Graham. The vote went in favour of Mr Jarvie
Mr J Baker was asked by the chairman if he would take over the duties of Asst Sec to which he agreed. This was agreed upon & accepted. Mr D Johnson was elected Treasurer owing to his ability for performing such duties. He was nominated & seconded by J Crawford & E Shears respectively.
Mr Robt Routledge was elected as Bandmaster there being no other nomination. In order that there would be no disorder or disagreement with the members of the band whilst on parade it was decided that the conductor elect a suitable person to the position of Band Sergeant.
The committee was then elected as follows :-
Messrs Merritt, Crawford, Shears, Richardson (W), Thompson, Richardson (G).
Messrs Henderson & Mcpherson were elected as Auditors.
This concluded the meeting.
J L Sanderson
Travel to Newcastle United
When the band plays at Newcastle United Football Club, some non-band members try to get into the ground.
When the band plays at Newcastle United Football Club, some non-band members try to get into the ground.
Committee Meeting Jan 12th 1937
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present – Messers Baker, Jarvie, Richardson G. & 3 Officials
Minutes of the previous meetings were read & confirmed
Matters arising out of the minutes
Mr Johnson brought before the committee the matter regards Mr S Leader claiming pay for loss of work on July 26th. Move by A Jarvie sec J Graham as we are of the opinion that he was back from Durham sharp enough to get to work that we do not pay his shift.
Moved by D Johnson sec J Baker that with regard to joining the Brass Band Ass that it be moved off the board.
Owing to the persons travelling with the band to the N/c F. C. engagement being under the impression that they got into the field along with the band it was moved & agreed that in future all persons travelling with the band pay all their own expenses.
Mr Richardson G. brought before the committee the matter regarding the band being agreed to play around Ashington on 2nd January & failed to turn up keeping the three Ashington members standing for ¾ of an hour.
It was agreed that the matter lie in abeyance till the Annual meeting.
TENDER High Spen Coronation Celebrations
The motion that we tender for this job was defeated by Mr Baker’s amendment that we let the matter lie over till the Annual Meeting.
Agreed that the Annual Meeting be held on Jan 24th 1937 at 10-30 A.M.
Chairman’s sig. John L Sanderson
Emergency Meeting Sunday Jan 17th 1937
Present – Messers Baker, Robinson, Graham, Jarvie, Thompson & 3 officials.
Moved by D. Johnson Sec J. Graham that the minute regards the tender for the High Spen Coronation Celebrations be rescinded as they were asking for a quick reply that it be settled at this meeting.
The letter was read from High Spen asking for an immediate reply with a tender for the celebrations stating that the band would be needed for a Childrens parade & Sports & a Marquee ball at night.
Moved by A. Jarvie Sec. D. Johnson that we tender twenty pounds for the job. Secretary to give explanation regards players being on shifts the following day.
The chairman suggested that we allocate a certain sum for each member of the band to mark the occasion of the King’s accession to the throne which he withdrew after much argument.
That concluded the meeting
Chairman’s sig. John L Sanderson
Christmas Plans
The band’s normal business continues alongside the important deliberation about the Ashington Mineworkers’ Federation.
The band’s normal business continues alongside the important deliberation about the Ashington Mineworkers’ Federation.
General Meeting Nov 6th 1936
Chairman Mr J L Sanderson
This meeting was called for the purpose of putting before the members the motion passed at previous meeting that all members must give at least fourteen days notice to the secretary when claiming remuneration for loss of work whilst attending band engagements. consideration
The chairman then took the opportunity of getting the players viewpoint on the question of the band becoming adopted by the mineworkers Federation.
The chairman asked for a vote on the question whether the members were willing to let the band go to Ashington or whether it had to remain at Lynemouth.
The secretary said that the chairman was wrong in putting that motion as we had not received any definite information that the band would go to Ashington or remain at Lynemouth.
Mr Barker agreed with the secretary & went on to say that if the bandsmen decided for the band to remain at Lynemouth they would have to stick in as they would be sure to meet plenty of opposition Ashington.
Mr Clyde asked if there were any conditions of adoptions & went on to say that this thing would take some thinking out & could hardly be settled in one night.
After which the chairman put his motion which was carried unamious that the band remains at Lynemouth.
This concluded this meeting
John Sanderson
Emergency Meeting Dec 17th 1936
Present -: Messers Baker, Jarvie, Thompson, Graham, G. Richardson & 3 Officials.
Xmas Draw.
Decided that the draw take place on Dec 22nd as printed.
Decided we adopt Mr Baker’s suggestion that the prizes to draw along with the winners.
Xmas Playing
Decided that the band will play around the streets of Lynemouth on Xmas morning & around the streets of Ashington on Jan 2nd 1937. All expenses to met from collections. Band funds to receive one third & two thirds to be shared amongst bandsmen.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s sig
John L Sanderson
Further Federation Consideration
The committee have had time to consider the proposal and have more questions.
The committee have had time to consider the proposal and have more questions.
Joint Meeting of Committee & Trustees Oct 21st 1936 held in the Welfare Hut
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present for Committee -: Messers Baker, Jarvie, Graham, Thompson & 3 Officials
Present for Trustees -: Messers Simpson, Crawford & Macpherson
This meeting was called to discuss the proposals of the Ashington Mineworkers Federation & to decide as to whether we would become adopted by them as a federation band. Mr Macpherson having not been present at the previous meeting said he was doubtful as to whether we could turn over as the instruments were not ours to sell but the property of the Midland Bank & we would have to get their sanction.
It was decided that we get the feeling of the Bandsmen at next full practice before we proceed in the matter & report back to the Trustees at a meeting to be arranged.
Dance to be held Nov 21st 1936.
Doorkeepers. Messers Jarvie & Baker (Spare Man) W. Richardson M. C. J. L Sanderson
Agreed we raffle 10/- voucher at the dance.
Spot prizes
Mr Sanderson agreed to give the Gents prize
Mr Johnson agreed to give the Ladies prize
Agreed Mr Johnson gets the refreshments
Mr Johnson brought the question of running a Xmas Draw.
Move by Johnson sec Thompson that we have the Xmas Draw
Move by Baker sec Jarvie that we give 12 prizes.
Move by Jarvie sec Johnson that Secretary write Mr Rankin again for Dates to have dances in the Parish Hall.
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Sig. John L Sanderson
Committee Meeting Nov 2nd 1936
Mr J. L. Sanderson Presided
Present -: Messrs Thompson, Robinson, Richardson G, Jarvie & 3 Officials.
Owing to the secretary being unable to attend the Ass Sec took his place.
1 moved by D. Johnson sec A Jarvie that instruments have not got to be taken away by any member of the Terrier Band for the Armistice Day engagement as we need them for our own engagement. Carried Unamiously.
2 moved by D. Johnson Sec. A. Jarvie that Bandsmen Robinson & Richardson G. receive their bus fares to & from practices & Committee meetings. Carried.
3 Move by the chairman Sec A Jarvie that all members claiming renumeration for loss of work for the purpose of attending Band Engagements must give Fourteen Days notice to the Secretary.
4 Move by A. Jarvie Sec W. Thompson that we make some progress regarding turning out in the Locality for the purpose of raising funds.
Dates to be fixed after approaching players. Carried.
5 Discussion arose concerning Mr Chesters allegations regarding Band business. The motion was put by Thompson that we bring Mr R. Lowdon before the committee to give some enlightenment on the matter. It was also moved from the chair that a letter be sent to Mr Chester for an apology.
6 Moved by G. Richardson second D. Johnson that all players receive 5 books of tickets to sell for the Xmas Draw.
7 Moved by D. Johnson Sec G. Richardson that W. Richardson & A. Jarvie to go around Lynemouth collecting prizes.
Chairmans sig.
John L Sanderson
Meeting the Federation Representative
The committee have many questions about the possibility of becoming a Federation band.
The committee have many questions about the possibility of becoming a Federation band.
Committee Meeting Oct 13th 1936 Held in the Welfare Hut
Chairman J. L. Sanderson
Present were Messers Barker, Thompson, Jarvie, Richardson & 3 Officials
Rep for Trustees Mr Crawford & Simpson
Rep for Deputation Mr Barron, Mr Pattinson & Mr Besford
This meeting was convened for the purpose of hearing proposals to be put forward by the deputation with regards to the adoption of the Lynemouth & a federation band. Liabilities & Assets.
Mr Besford on timing for the Federation said that they were desirous of having a band at the federation & seeing as Lynemouth already a band & had served them well in the past they not very well form a band without giving Lynemouth the chance to turn over with all its liabilities & assets also that they could not give anything definite as they were only here to ask questions & to answer questions as the would have to report back to the Federation. Mr Pattinson & Barron said that Mr Barron had covered all the ground & it was just for both sides to get down to questions.
Mr Besford began by asking what were the liabilities & assets.
Mr Crawford then asked in the event of the Federation adopting the band would it still remain at Lynemouth.
Mr Pattinson thought that if the major portion of the band resided at Ashington they would naturally would want the band at Ashington & vice versa.
The question of two band being formed arose. Mr Besford said it was a possibility but it had not been discussed at the federation.
Mr Thompson then asked if the federation wanted full control.
Mr Besford said that a committee would be formed & would be equally representative & would have full control.
Mr Baker asked if the Lynemouth players would have first choice for the band.
Mr Besford said that the conductor would have to pick the best players as he thought was the case in all bands.
Mr Pattinson agreed with Mr Besford that the conductor would be the deciding factor in the personality of the band.
The two band question came on again.
Mr Barron thought they would be called group No.1 & 2. + the question of practice rooms would be left to the bandsmen but they would be Federation bands & would be at the beck & call of the federation.
Mr Besford said that regards proposed rule that all bandsmen must be employees of the A. C. C. would only apply to new members & would not interfere with bandsmen already in the band.
Mr Baker asked if the band would be allowed to tender for outside engagements.
Mr Besford said they would but federation would have the first claim on the bands services.
The question was asked if the players would receive any remuneration such as the sharing amongst the players any engagement fee after all expenses is met.
Mr Besford said it would be the case if the band funds permitted.
Mr Besford & Pattinson said that they had learned quite a lot throughout the meeting & as it was getting late they could not expect the committee to give a dicision on the matter & if we had any more questions to ask to write to Mr Pattinson. The Deputation at this point left the Meeting.
It was agreed to arrange a meeting for the Committee & Trustees on Wednesday Oct 21st 1936 at 7-30.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s sig. J L Sanderson
Ashington Mineworkers’ Federation
The committee meet to discuss the proposal by the Ashington Miners’ Federation to adopt the band.
The committee meet to discuss the proposal by the Ashington Mineworkers’ Federation to adopt the band.
Emergency Meeting Sunday Sept 20th
Mr J. L. Sanderson Presided
Present -: Messers Barker, Thompson, Jarvie, Graham, G. Richardson & 3 Officials
A letter was read from the Broomhill British Legion inviting the Band to the Armistice Service on Nov 11th & asking for a tender.
The motion moved by A. Jarvie Seconded G. Richardson that we tender £4 was beaten in favour of the amendment that we tender £3-10-0 move by D. Johnson Sec W. Thompson 3 votes 2.
Chairman’s sig John Sanderson
Emergency Meeting Sunday Sept 21st 1936
Mr J. L. Sanderson
Present -: Messrs Jarvie, Richardson, G. & 3 Officials
Secretary reported that he could not engage the Melody Mixers Dance Band for the Dance on Oct 10th. It was moved & agreed that we try for Mr J Dulkins Band.
Chairman’s sig John L. Sanderson
Emergency Meeting Sunday Oct 3rd 1936
Dance to be held Oct 10th
Agreed that we engage Morris & his Swingers Pegswood at the fee of £2-10-0.
British Legion Broomhill Branch
Move by A Jarvie Sec. G. Richardson that secretary see messrs Brittain & Johnson regards charge of bus to Chevington.
Letter from N/c F.C. notifying us of the acceptance of our tender for Oct 31st. Agreed we engage 28 seater County Bus.
John L Richardson
Emergency Committee Meeting Oct 8th1936 in the Welfare Hut
Mr J. L. Sanderson Presided
Present Messrs Graham, G. Richardson, Tait, Barker, Jarvie, Thompson & 3 Officials
This meeting was called to discuss a letter from Ashington Mineworkers’ Federation asking this committee to meet a deputation from the Federation to hear their suggestions relative to the adoption of the Lynemouth & Ellington Band as a Federation Band to take over all Liabilities & Assets. Mr Tait said it would be wise to have the Trustees present at the meeting.
It was agreed that we meet the deputation on Tuesday at 7.30 P.M. Oct 13th & that the Trustees be notified to attend.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s signature John L Sanderson
Bus Fare U Turn
Bandsmen are unhappy with the bus fare decision and fares are reinstated.
Bandsmen are unhappy with the bus fare decision and fares are reinstated.
Committee Meeting Sept 1st 1936
Held in the Welfare Hut
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present -: Messers Barker, Jarvie, Graham & 3 Officials
Minutes of the previous meetings were read & Confirmed.
Correspondence
A letter was read from the Victoria Garesfield Miners’ Lodge that they could not entertain our application for another two pounds over the fee already received viz. £14, for the playing of their banner to & from Durham on Durham Miners’ Gala Day July 25th 1936. The motion was arising out of the letter that in future all tenders for that day be made to cover from Lynemouth to Durham. Moved J. Baker seconded A Jarvie. Mr Baker’s suggestion that we allocate the Durham Miners’ Gala Day fee to the players after all expenses has been met lie in abeyance till a future date. The chairman’s suggestion that the secretary write & thank the Victoria Garesfield Miners’ Lodge for the £3 received over & above the fee tendered & express regrets that they could not entertain us any for the £2 was carried. It was agreed that the letter from the Rowlands Gill station master regarding the Lost Cap be answered & thank him for any inconvenience that it may have caused him.
Dances
Dates to be applied for at the Ellington Colliery Institute for the purpose of holding Dance were agreed upon as follows:
October 17th Alternative 24 Oct
November 21st “ 28 Nov
December 26th “ 19 Dec
Moved by A Jarvie sec D Johnson that we apply for the use of the Parish Hall for the purpose of holding a dance, the following dates being agreed upon; Dec 31st 1936 or January 1st 1937 or both if possible. If not possible any favourable date in January.
Cornet for Sale
Moved by J Baker sec D Johnson that owing to the financial position of the band we regret we cannot purchase the instrument as we would like to do.
New Committee Members
Moved by D Johnson seconded J Graham that we ask Mr J Douglas to be a member of the committee also moved & seconded by the same gentlemen that we approach Messers W. Robinson & G. Richardson with regards to becoming members of the committee.
Mr J. Crooks
Owing to Mr Crooks having been absent from practice for a considerable time it was moved by D Johnson seconded J Graham that we ask him to return all band property & be finished with the band. This brought on the poor attendances at practice in General. Secretary pointing the advisability of joining the Northern Brass Band Assoc. & thereby creating interest in the bandsmen by attending more contests in the future which we were not allowed to enter at present through not being a member of the Assoc out of which arose the motion that the secretary write & ask for full particulars & entrance fee of the Association was moved by D. Johnson sec A Jarvie.
Bus Fares
Moved by J Baker sec D Johnson that the motion of the previous meeting regarding the bus fare be rescinded & that we reinstate the paying of Bus Fares to all bandsmen travelling from the day Sept 1st 1936.
The chairman then adjourned the meeting
Chairman’s sig
John L Sanderson
Emergency Meeting Sept 13th 1936
Owing to the absence of the Chairman Mr Robt Tait presided.
Moved & agreed that we accept the dates Oct 10th & Nov 21st granted by the Ellington Colliery Institute for the purpose of holding a dance.
Moved by D Johnson sec A Jarvie that we engage the Melody Mixers Dance Band for the Oct 10th. Agreed that we get the refreshments through the usual course (Mr D Johnson).
Moved & agreed that secretary prints Bills as usual.
Moved & Agreed that we Raffle a 10/- note at this Dance.
Agreed that Sec Richardson & ass sec Barker act as doorkeepers
Agreed that Mr L Sanderson be M. C. for the Dance.
Chairman’s Sig. John L Sanderson
Financial Disagreements
Bandsmen request payment because they are losing a shift at work on Durham Gala day. This, in addition to the bus fares being claimed, is ‘a drain on the band funds’.
Bandsmen request payment because they are losing a shift at work on Durham Gala day. This, in addition to the bus fares being claimed, is ‘a drain on the band funds’.
Committee Meeting July 19th 1936
Mr Robt Tait Presided
Present: Messers Baker, Thompson, Tindale, Jarvie, Sanderson & 3 Officials
Minutes of the previous meetings were read and Confirmed
Correspondence
A letter was read from the Alston Show informing us that they had been fixed with a band for their show.
A letter was read from the Ellington Children’s Gals informing us they could not accept our tender for the sports day.
A letter was read from the Garesfield Miners’ Lodge reminding of the D. M. Gala on July 25th & hoping for the successful day.
The secretary then read Mr J. L. Sanderson’s resignation from the chairmanship of the band. After some discussion it was carried that we do not accept his resignation & that we ask Mr Sanderson to retain his job as chairman of the band which he accepted. Moved by J Tindale, sec. A Jarvie.
Tender
The secretary reported that Mrs Stathan of Ellington had told him of the Garden Fete to be held on August 1st at Ellington Village & inviting the band to tender. It was moved & agreed that we tender 30/- & refreshments for the job.
Mr Johnson reported that the bus which was engaged for Durham was a 30 seater & having only 27 Bandsmen & officials he suggested we fill the remainder of the seats up with passengers. The suggestion was carried.
Owing to Mr McPherson having controlled himself disgracefully at Newbiggin on Saturday July 18th it was moved, seconded & agreed that we expel him from the band if his conduct is not improved on Saturday at Durham.
Owing to some of the players having been claiming pay for the Durham Gala job it was moved & agreed that we call a meeting of the band for Wednesday July 22nd to discuss this.
Programmes at Blyth on August 2nd.
This date having been booked at Blyth & having heard of a band who could not make it pay it was moved by J. Tindale sec D. Johnson that secretary write & cancel it owing to the expense it would incur to the band.
Moved & agreed that secretary arrange programme at Lynemouth on August 2nd.
Nonpayment of contributions
Moved by L. Sanderson Seconded by D. Johnson that we bring Mr T Crawford before the committee for nonpayment of his contributions.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s sig. J. L. Sanderson
General Meeting July 22nd 1936
Mr J. Baker Presided
Present 19
This meeting was called to discuss the Durham Miners’ Gala Day job at High Spen owing to some members of the band having made claim for pay.
After quite a lot of motions had been put & not seconded L. Sanderson moved that Bandsmen losing shifts be paid Five Shillings, 5/- & others not losing shifts 2/6. Engaged players to be paid the County Average 8/4. Seconded by W. Robinson. Mr Sanderson’s motion was carried by 8 votes to 7.
This concluded the meeting.
Chairman’s sig J. L. Sanderson
Emergency Meeting Sunday Aug 9th 1936
Mr R Tait Presided
Present -: Messers Barker, Thompson, Jarvie, Graham & 3 Officials
This meeting was called to discuss the Durham Miners’ Gala Day job at Victoria Garesfield, High Spen. Owing to the fee received for this job being inadequate it was decided that we ask for another £2 to cover the expense. Moved by J. Baker, seconded A. Jarvie. Secretary reported that Bandsman J. Crooks was making claim for four bus fares. The suggestion by the chairman that he receives these bus fares & no more was carried. Moved by A Jarvie Sec J Graham. This brought on the Bus Fares in general which were a drain on the band funds. Mr Thompson who is receiving bus fare said he was quite willing to forfeit his. After some discussion on this the motion move by W Thompson seconded A Jarvie that all bus fares be stopped to men who were cycling to the practices as from this day August 9th 1936.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s signature
J L Sanderson
Torn Trousers
An emergency meeting is held to discuss a bandsman’s accident which results in his torn trousers needing to be mended.
An emergency meeting is held to discuss a bandsman’s accident which results in his torn trousers needing to be mended.
June 7th 1936
Present -: Messers Tait, Jarvie, Baker, Thompson, Graham & 3 Officials
Mr J L Sanderson presided
New Member
Moved by J Baker seconded R Tait that we accept Mr J Crooks as a playing member of the Band.
Moved by R Tait seconded A Jarvie that the chairman approach Mr P Mavin for the loan of his cornet for Mr Crooks till we could get one.
Tenders
Thropton Show Sept 29th Afternoon & Evening.
Moved by D Johnson, seconded A Jarvie that we tender £12 including refreshments.
Alston Show Oct 3rd
Moved by D Johnson, seconded W Thompson that we tender £20 including refreshments.
Uniforms
Moved by D Johnson, seconded R Tait that we enforce motion that all uniforms must be worn when on parade.
Mr M Chester
After some discussion on the matter, it was moved by R Tait seconded W Thompson that if Mr Chester desires to become a spare drummer for the band that he enrolls as a member & attends the practices.
Mr Tait having brought on the matter of a white belt & Pouch that was purchased for the youngest member of the band as a uniform. It was moved by R Tait seconded by J Baker that we approach W Clyde regarding same.
The Secretary reported that R McPherson was now 1/- in arrears with his contributions & that he was not attending practices. It was moved by D Johnson, seconded J Baker that we Bring him before the committee as to his Intentions.
The Chairman then closed the meeting.
Chairman’s sig. Robt Tait.
Emergency Meeting Held June 15th 1936
This meeting was held to discuss the tender for Bellingham Gymkhana Aug 3rd 1936.
Moved by D Johnson, seconded R Tait that we tender £12 for job. The motion was carried.
This concluded the meeting Robt Tait
Emergency Meeting June 28th 1936
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present – Messers Baker & Jarvie & 3 Officials
A Letter was read from the Ellington Children’s Gala inviting the band to attend the Children's Gala on July 11th and asking the charge. It was moved by D Johnson, seconded J Baker that we charge 30/- + refreshments.
This concluded the meeting. Chairman’s sig. Robt Tait.
Emergency Meeting July 2nd 1936
Presided by J L Sanderson
Present -: Messers Jarvie, Graham, Thompson, Baker & 3 Officials
Tender Newcastle United F. C.
Moved by D Johnson, seconded A Jarvie that we tender £5 per match for the football season 1936-37.
Owing to Bandsman J Crawford having an accident & torn his trousers it was moved by A Jarvie, seconded J Graham that we send them to the tailor’s to be mended, Crawford having agreed to pay the bill.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s sig Robt Tait
Bus Fare Debate
Some bandsmen are cycling to rehearsal and still claiming a bus fare.
Some bandsmen are cycling to rehearsals and still claiming their bus fares.
Thursday May 14th
Present were Messrs Baker, Jarvie, Thompson, Graham & 3 officials.
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Discussion took place as to what players we were to engage for the Annual Picnic Contest. The Secretary having been asked if he was willing to stand down which he was willing to do so, it was agreed that the Secretary write to ask Mr James Routledge to play The Solo Horn.
As the conductor was present he was asked his opinion whether he decided to give the band a trial on the Selection he had chosen to play.
It was decided that we wait till the outcome of that trial before we engage any more players.
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Signature John L Sanderson _____________________________________________________________
Emergency Meeting Thursday May 28th 1936
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present:- Messrs Baker, Jarvie, Graham & 3 officials
Secretary read letter from The Ashington Miners’ Federation inviting the band to play the Banner in at the picnic. Terms same as last year viz £5.0.0. It was moved by J Baker seconded A Jarvie that we accept the job. Secretary to write for arrangement for that day.
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Signature John L Sanderson
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Committee Meeting
Sunday May 31st 1936
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present:- Messrs Thompson, Baker, Tait, Jarvie, Graham & 3 Officials.
Minutes of previous meeting were read & confirmed.
Correspondence
Secretary read letter from Victoria Garesfield Miners’ Lodge stating the acceptance of the band’s Tender for £11 for the Durham Miners’ Gala Day out of which arose the following motions:
Move by R Tait second by A Jarvie that we hire a County Bus to convey the band to High Spen.
Move by J Baker seconded by A Jarvie that we meet at 5 a.m. for departure to High Spen.
Moved by R Tait seconded by A Jarvie that we accept the County Motor Services Price of 3/- per head for the conveyance of the band to the High Spen.
The Treasurer reported that the expenditure of Bus Fares were increasing & that Bandsmen were cycling to the practices & programmes & receiving full bus fare & he suggested we ask these men to accept half bus Fare. There was some discussion on this. Finally the motion that we wait till a full practice & ask these men to accept half bus fare. Moved by A Jarvie seconded by J Graham.
Tender, Thropton Show. Sept 12th afternoon & evening. It was decided that secretary see the County Bus for a price for the conveyance of the band to Thropton before we make any tender for this show.
The chairman brought the matter of someone of the band or committee having been talking of band business outside. It was decided that we wait till the chairman makes further inquiries before we make any decision on this matter.
The chairman decided to adjourn the meeting till Sunday June 19th 1936.
Controversy in the Percussion Section
The bass drummer thinks that there are plans to replace him.
The bass drummer thinks that there are plans to replace him.
Emergency Committee Meeting
May 3rd 1936
Chairman Mr John L Sanderson
Present Messrs Baker, A Jarvie, Thompson, Shears & 3 officials.
A letter was read from Blyth Council asking for a reply to letter re engagement of the band for a programme at Beach Gardens on August 2nd 1936.
Moved D Johnson Sec A Jarvie that we accept date.
It was M/S & agreed that we bring J Slater before the committee for non-payment of contributions & non-attendance at practice.
It was decided that we ask A Routledge (Morpeth) & J Bailey (Radcliffe) to play for us at the British Legion job on Sunday May 10th 1936.
Decided that we accept J Duff as a new member of the band.
Decided that we accept W Thompson as a committee man.
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Sig. John L Sanderson
Emergency Committee Meeting 10/5/36
Secretary called this meeting for the purpose of discussing two Tenders for Durham Miners Gala Day, one from Washington Glebe Miners Lodge & the other for Victoria Garesfield Miners Lodge. It was decided that we tender £11 for both of these jobs.
Present:- Messrs Shears, Tait, Thompson, Baker, Jarvie & 3 Officials.
The chairman having arrived late verified what had been done. This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Sig. John L Sanderson
Committee Meeting May 11th 1936
Held in the Welfare Hall
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present :- Messrs Baker, Graham, Jarvie & 3 officials
Minutes of the Meetings April 27th, May 3rd & May 10th were read & confirmed.
Mr A Baird
Moved by A Jarvie Seconded by J Graham that Secretary see Mr Baird on Saturday regarding mouthpiece belonging cornet which his son received & did not return. Failing Mr Baird having brought it back that Mr Johnson goes & seeks it.
Mr Ed Bromley
The secretary read a letter from Mr Bromley saying that he returned all the books to Mr S Hall & Mr D Johnson & as it was so long ago he could not accept any responsibility for the 7/6 he was charged with owing to the band.
Moved by J Baker seconded D Johnson that as we had no definite proof to prosecute him we let the matter drop.
Programmes
Moved by A Jarvie seconded D Johnson that the band goes down the Dene on Sunday May 17th to play a programme to commence at 7 o’clock. Band to meet at Chrisp’s Corner at 6.30. Also that we advertise this in Wilkinson’s Advertiser.
Moved by A Jarvie, Seconded D Johnson that we play a programme at the Plough Inn on May 24th. Secretary to write for date.
Any Other Business
The Chairman brought the matter of a statement which the secretary had made Re (That the Ashington Public Band had finished their drummer) which he (the Chairman) took to mean that the Secretary had ideas of finishing him which the Secretary refuted & went on to state that what he did mean was that as the chairman was marshalling the parade on May 10th the band would need a drummer to play for us on that day & it was a chance for us to ask the Ashington drummer to play for us on that day.
Mr M Chester’s drumming was the topic of some discussion out of which arose the motion moved by J Baker seconded by D Johnson that we do not ask Mr Chester to play the drum again.
The secretary then read a minute from a previous meeting to the effect that it was decided for the band to go around Lynemouth in aid of the band funds & the committee had to fix dates available, secretary had reported this with the idea of having a date fix but it was moved A Jarvie seconded by D Johnson that we let that motion lie in abeyance for the time being.
As the time was getting late the chairman then adjourned the meeting till after the practice on Thursday May 14th.
Misconduct at the Dance
The committee agree to accept Mr Scott’s apology for his behaviour at the band dance.
The committee agree to accept Mr Scott’s apology for his behaviour at the band dance.
Committee Meeting April 27th 1936
Chairman Mr J L Sanderson
Present: Messrs Baker, Shears, Graham, McPherson & 3 officials
Minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed
Programme at Ellington Village on Sunday May 3rd.
It was M/S & agreed that we wait for Mr J Bailey’s decision (re playing for us at this programme) as to whether we shall fulfil the engagement or not.
Mr W Cochrane
It was moved by D Johnson Sec E Shears that we again ask Mr Cochrane as to whether he will let J Lawson use his trombone & for him to use J Lawson’s till we were in a position to get one for him.
Secretary then read Mr Scott’s apology to the committee for his conduct at the Dance on April 11th. Moved by E Shears Second D Johnson that we accept the apology.
A letter was read from Blyth Council regards the acceptance of the date (August the second) offered by them for the band to play a programme at the Beach Gardens. It was decided that we ask Conductor as to the fitness of the band for taking this job on.
British Legion (Lynemouth Branch)
The drummer of the band (Mr Sanderson) having been asked to Marshal the parade on Sunday May 10th. It was decided that we ask Mr G Rosemorgan to play the drum for us.
New Players
Moved by Mr Shears Sec Mr Johnson that we accept W Robinson & G Richardson as members of the band.
Mr A Baird
It was decided that Secretary write him a letter demanding the return of the instrument & case, also 2/6 he received for Travelling Expenses.
Resignation:- Moved Mr Baker Sec D Johnson with regret we accept Mr R McPherson’s resignation from the committee.
Move by D Johnson that we ask J Jarvie & Mr R Tait to become members of the committee. Seconded by J Baker.
AUDITORS
The selection of auditors having been omitted at the Annual Meeting, it was moved by D Johnson that we ask Messrs R Tait & R Lawson to act in that capacity. Seconded by J Baker.
TENDERS
Moved by D Johnson Sec J Baker that we tender £11 for the occasion of playing the Washington F Pit banner to & from Durham on the D. M. A. Gala Day July 24th 1936.
The Secretary reported that Mr E Bromley Blyth had not replied to his letter. It was decided that Secretary again write him regarding the Secretary Account book & 7/6 he owes to the band.
Mr R F Lee, Bandmaster of the 5th N. F. (T.A.) Band having made application for the loan of a Bb Bass. It was decided the charge be £1 & the instrument be returned in good order.
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Sig. John L Sanderson
Will the Band Have a Ladies’ Committee?
It is decided that women will not have an official role in the band - the committee will ‘have nothing to do with it’.
It is decided that women will not have an official role in the band - the committee will ‘have nothing to do with it’.
Committee Meeting 31/3/36
Held in the Welfare Hut
Mr J L Sanderson Presided
Present: Messrs Baker, Jarvie, Graham, & 3 Officials
Minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed.
1. Mr R Henderson
M/S & agreed that secretary interview him with a view of collecting all band property.
2. Dance to be held April 11th
It was moved A Jarvie, sec J Graham that secretary & Treasurer see Mrs Routledge regarding her been able to work in the refreshment end at this Dance also regarding Spot Prizes.
3. RAFFLE
M/S & agreed that we leave this to Messrs Johnson, Jarvie & Graham to arrange time suitable for canvassing District.
4. Programmes at Newbiggin
Moved Baker sec Johnson that we book 1 date August 16th 1936 at Newbiggin Promenade
5. Mr A Clyde Account
Move Jarvie sec Graham that we do not accept any receipts that he brings also secretary to write & notify that there is now 10/- due off his account owing to the fact that he failed to pay anythink on Mar 25th 1936.
PRACTICES Late starts
This had been brought on by the Secretary that the committee members were among the offenders. It was decided that we would make an effort to attend the practices more punctual.
M/S & agreed that Secretary approach Messrs McPherson & Slater regarding their late attendances at practice also that Secretary write Mr Thompson regarding same.
M/S & agreed that secretary write Mr J Routledge to become a member of the band or return instrument (G Trombone).
Move J Baker Sec D Johnson that secretary write Mr Common Amble to return uniform.
This concluded the meeting
Chairman’s Sig
John R Sanderson
Emergency Committee Meeting April 10th
Mr J Sanderson Presided
Present Messrs Baker, Jarvie, + 3 Officials
M/S & agreed that we tender £15 for the British Legion County Rally at Tynemouth July 5th 1936.
John R Sanderson, Chairman
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Committee Meeting April 13th 1936
Held in the Welfare Hut
Mr L Sanderson presided
Present Messrs Tindale, Baker + 3 Officials
Minutes of previous meeting were read & Confirmed
Correspondence
A letter was read from The Newbiggin Council notifying the committee that the date fixed by the band had been taken by another band.
It was decided not to book any more dates.
Sunday Programmes
Moved D Johnson Second J Tindale that we apply for one date at the Lynemouth Hotel Whit Sunday May 31st been decided. Secretary to write for same.
Move J Tindale second D Johnson that we apply for one date at the Plough Inn Ellington Village. May 3rd been decided on. Secretary to write for same.
Mr A Clyde
Moved J Baker Sec D Johnson that we don’t not entertain Mr Clyde regarding interviews appertaining to his account.
New Players
Move D Johnson Sec J Baker that the brothers Twaddle come on Sunday April 19th for trial & receive expenses.
Mr W Cochrane
Mr Cochrane having expressed a wish to join the band & as the band had not an instrument it was decided that Secretary ask Mr McPherson to use his own instrument & let Mr Cochrane have the Band’s instrument. M/S J Baker & J Tindall.
Incident at the Dance on April 11th, Colliery Institute
Moved J Baker, Sec D Johnson that Secretary write to Mr Scott of Ellington regarding his conduct at this Dance also to proof his statement that the band was not being conducted in the proper manner, that we demand an apology from him or the whole case would be put into the hands of a solicitor.
Mr Common Amble
Moved J Baker Sec D Johnson that motion regarding Mr Common handing in uniform & be finished with the band stands.
British Legion Lynemouth Branch
Lynemouth British Legion Dedication of Standard at Lynemouth on May 10th in the Welfare Grounds, the band having been invited to attend, it was moved by J Baker Sec D Johnson that the band goes. It was agreed that Secretary write for Three special Hymn Tunes for the occasion.
Ladies’ Committee
This afforded some heated discussion out of which arose the motion moved by D Johnson Sec J Baker that we have nothing to do with it.
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans Sig. John L Sanderson
New Minute Book
A new minute book takes us from 1936 to 1945.
A new minute book takes us from 1936 to 1945.
Committee Meeting March 18th 1936
Held in the Welfare Hut
Mr L Sanderson Presided
Present: Messrs Jarvie, Graham, Barker & 3 Officials
Minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed
1. M/S and agreed that we give Mr Robt Henderson till Sunday Mar 22nd 1936 to comply with Secretary’s letters re returning all band property and resigning from the Band failing that Secretary write him final letter.
2. It was agreed that the balance of £2:8:3 from the Whist Drive & Dance held Mar 14th 1936 be satisfactory.
3. Dance to be held Ellington Colliery Institute April 11th 1936. It was M/S & Agreed we endorse Mr D Johnson’s action re Booking of Melody Mixers Dance Band.
Door Tenders – Agreed that Secretary & Treasurer be door tenders at this dance.
Spot prizes – M/S & agreed that we ask Mrs Routledge & Lawson to provide spot prizes for the dance as they have done in the past.
Refreshments – It was agreed that we purchase same as last time through Mr Johnson.
Bills – M/S & Agreed that Secretary get bills made up & posted out sharp as possible.
M.C – It was agreed that Mr Sanderson be M/C for the Dance
CONTESTS (ENGAGING PLAYERS)
Secretary had brought this on with a view of contesting at the annual pic-nic & engaging players now so as to get plenty practice in & put band into contesting form.
M/S & agreed that it lie in abeyance till we receive notification from the federation as to engaging the band for the pic-nic.
Music lent out
M/S & agreed Sec approach conductor of the Ashington Public Band regarding the selection “England” which he had sent back minus 2 copies
MINUTE BOOK
M/S & agreed Secretary purchase new minute book for the sum of one shilling & threepence 1/3.
It was agreed that Mr Crawford does not receive any bus fare for attending practices till he decides to become a member of the band and pays contributions like the rest of the members. It was agreed that Secretary notify him of this decision Moved D Johnson, Sec J Baker. It was agreed that we bring Mr R McPherson before the committee on Sunday Mar 22nd regarding his conduct at the Dance on Sat 14th March.
M/S & agreed we purchase Tea pot & cosy to be raffled at the dance on April 11th 1936
This concluded the meeting
Chairmans signature
John R Sanderson
Memorial for King George V
With the 1935 minute book being lost, the next minutes are from 1934 to1936.
With the 1935 minute book being lost, the next minutes are from 1934 to1936
Committee meeting held 9 Sept 1934Present - E. Shears, W. Crawford, J. Brown, D. Johnson, J. Medlin, R. Morton, J. Baker & S. Hall
Expenses for Cresswell Fete - Sec to write to W. Statham for same
Sec to write E. Bromley re money owing to band
J. Medlin, Resignation from band and chairmanship for domestic reasons. R. Morton elected chairman. R. Morton
Committee meeting held 2 October 1934
Present - W. Crawford, J. Brown, D. Johnson, J. Baker, R. Morton & S. Hall
Balance Sheet - To be produced at year’s end instead of 3rd quarter
Election of auditor in place of J. Medlin - W. Crawford Sen. elected
Dance proposal - Agreed to hold a dance on Oct 20th in the Ellington Colliery Institute.
Aged Miners Homes Stone – laying ceremony - Decided to attend if free from N.F.C. engagement
Discussion of Xmas Draw - Sec to write J. Garden (Co Bus Co) for prize
General Meeting held 13th January 1935
Minutes accepted
Balance Sheet accepted
R. Morton re-elected Chairman
S. Hall re-elected Secretary
J. Baker re-elected Assistant Secretary
D. Johnson re-elected treasurer
W. Crawford (sen) re-elected librarian
L. Sanderson, W. Crawford (jun) re-elected auditors
Committee - J. Tindale, L. Sanderson, J. Brown, W. Chester, W. Crawford (jun), E. Shears, D Richardson
Decided to arrange a dance in the Ellington Colliery Institute
Decided to procure some new music
Geo. McPherson
Secretary’s Books not returned 1935 – 36
General Meeting Jan 19th 1936
Minutes accepted of Last General Meeting
Balance Sheet accepted
Auditors Report accepted
Election of Officials for ensuing year as follows
L. Sanderson Chairman
W. Richardson Secretary
J. Baker Assistant Secretary
D. Johnson Treasurer
Auditors Messrs R. Tait & R. Lawson
Committee - J. Tindale, E. Shears, R. McPherson (resigned), R. Tait, A. Jarvie, W. Thompson, J. Graham
Moved by L. Sanderson seconded J. Jarvie that all books, receipts and accounts to be stamped with Band stamp and handed in when full.
Chairman’s Signature
John L. Sanderson
Committee Meeting Held January 25th 1936
Chairman Mr L. Sanderson
Members present Messrs-: Richardson. Johnson. Baker. Shears. A. Jarvie Graham. 7.
1 Minutes of previous meeting were read & confirmed
2 Correspondence A letter was read from the Local British Legion inviting the band to attend memorial service in The Lynemouth Parish Hall Feb 2nd 1936 as a mark of respect towards the memory of His Majesty King George V. It was moved by Mr Shears seconded Mr Johnson that we go if possible. Carried
A letter was read from The Newbiggin Council inviting dates for the programmes on the Newbiggin Prom Bandstand. Moved Mr Shears seconded Mr Baker that this letter lie on table for one week owing to the playing strength of band not being too good. Carried
3 Moved A Garvie seconded Mr Johnson that band go round Lynemouth in aid of band funds on Sat afternoons dates to be fixed by committee. Carried
4 Dances Moved Mr Johnson seconded A. Jarvie that we seek 3 dates for dances at Ellington Institute. Secretary to see W. Graham regarding same. Carried
5 Moved A. Jarvie that we purchase prizes to be raffled at the dance. Carried
6 Bandsmen Contributions. This has been a sore point for a long time. Mr Shears moved. Seconded by A. Jarvie that all bandsmen pay 3d per week beginning on Feb 2nd 1936. Any member four weeks in arrears to be brought before the committee & dealt with. Also for secretary to get contribution cards. Carried
7 Moved by A. Jarvie that committee see T. Crawford regarding him joining the band. Also Robt Henderson to attend more practises & more punctual. Also R. McPherson. Carried
8 Moved A. Jarvie seconded J. Graham that registration forms be signed up to date. Carried
9 Moved D. Johnson seconded J. Graham that conductor wear full uniform when on parade. Carried
10 Moved D. Johnson seconded A. Jarvie that when members resign from band to return all band property to the custodian Mr D. Johnson Carried
Meeting was declared closed
Chairman’s signature
John L. Sanderson