SUPPLEMENT TO THE FISHING GAZETTE 
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21, 1893. 
NOTES FOR CLUB ANGLERS, 
There was much disappointment down the Great 
Eastern on Saturday and Sunday. The rivers on this 
line were visited by many London anglers, l)at oh! 
what a surprise ! A sudden change in the weather had 
worked havoc with their anticipations. The latest news 
obtainable in London with reference to the rivers was 
to the effect that a thaw had taken place, that the 
weather was milder, and that the water was in fair 
colour. Then certain well-known anglers arrayed them¬ 
selves out for a big event. Baskets of 101b., 121b., and 
151b. of roach was conjured up in the mind’s eye. The 
rivers were duly visited, and many an angler came back 
a wiser if a sadder man with regard to the vagaries of 
the weather. Some say they were never even honoured 
with a “knock.” Snow in the meantime had fallen, 
and an intense frost prevailed. Ice could actually be 
seen forming so quickly that it obstructed the float. 
In deep, quiet holes there was a thick coating of ice, 
and many favourite little “shops” and “ditches” 
were frozen up. At Bures about thirty anglers were 
out, but I cannot hear of much having been done. One 
fisherman, who up to Sunday last had been doing 
remarkably well, was only rewarded with one under¬ 
sized roach. 
The Foresters’ Hall was the scene of a pleasant little 
ceremony on Monday night. It was performed by Mr. 
Jennings, who, with many smiles, handed a cheque for 
,£23 to Mr. Ghurnej', on behalf of the Anglers’ Benevolent 
Society. This capital addition to the funds of the 
institute was the result of the two competitions which 
Messrs. Jennings and Abrahams organised at Slough and 
Windsor some time ago. 
Next Thursday the New Albion Pisoatorials are due at 
Christchurch, near Bournemouth, providing the train does 
not get snowed up en route. As I have already men¬ 
tioned, it is the occasion of a competition for a silver cup, 
presented to the club by Mr. Wheeldon, and several other 
Iirizes, including one for the visitors, are down for the 
day. The New Albions will gladly welcome the members 
of other clubs and their friends, and I am asked to state 
that a special cheap fare has been obtained for the party. 
The train starts at 5 50 a.m., but there will be a jolly 
company, and if one had no bed at all it could not be 
considered a very great sacrifice (to anglers) for a day 
amongst the Stour roach and chub. Gentlemen intending 
to participate in the outing should communicate with 
Mr. A. E. Baldwin, secretary of the New Albions, 199, 
Sonthampton-street, Camberwell. 
Is it true that four, if not more, riparian owners up 
the Thames are on the Conservancy Board f. 
Anglers journeying to distant rivers should take 
skates as well as rods with them. The weather is very- 
uncertain. Beyond this latter information I dare not 
prophecy, as lately I have seen it raining, hailing, 
snowing, and freezing all at one time. 
If any anglers are up Iford Bridge (Christchurch) way 
next week, they are reminded of the presence of a 71b. 
chub there. It it can be caught, it will not make a bad 
addition to any angler's collection. This chub, however, 
is more knowing than most knowing chub. He is said 
to know anglers quite well, and the only baits he accepts 
are those thrown fcim by pic-nic parties from Bourne¬ 
mouth. It is recorded that he sucks in enrrant buns 
and lemonade corks as if he had been fed on them since 
infancy. Just now, however, such luxuries are scarce, 
so the angler who does a little bit of long corking, with a 
enrrant bun for bait, might catch this sly old chub. 
Could the chub be said to have taken the cake, if he did l 
The meeting of club fishermen, held on Monday night, 
at the Forester’s Hall, was a decided call to arms in 
reference to the proposed new bye-laws of the Thames 
Conservancy. Eepresentatives of between eighty and 
ninety societies managed to squeeze themselves into the 
room, and how many more anglers were outside I was 
unable to see, but I was told, " by one who was there,” 
that there was a frightful crush round the doors In the 
voting on Mr. Close’s resolution, I am.glad to say, the 
delegates were united to a man. It was very evident 
that they intended to exert themselves to the utmost 
to protect their interests. 
The paper to be read by Mr. J. P. Wheeldon, at the 
Anchor and Hope Club, the Royal George, Rotherhithe 
New-road (near Canal bridge. Old Kent-road), on Wed¬ 
nesday next, is entitled “ The Science of Angling.” Mr. 
B. Turnham, will preside, and Mr. W. J. W’’ade will 
occupy the vice-chair. GoosEqriLL. 
“ larpEpaAL ” Silver Cop Competition (commenc¬ 
ing Jan. 1 and terminating March 12).—At the 
Imperial Hotel, Southwark-street, Blackfriars-road, 
S.E., there was a large assembly of anglers, and some 
fair shows of fish were registered. Result up to date : 
Mr. A. Richards (Burton Piscatorials), Jan. 15, 14; 
total number of points, 14. Mr. R. H. Morris (Battersea 
Friendly), Jan. 1, 6 ; Jan. 15, C—12. Mr. J. W. Biggs 
(Funny Folks), Jan. 15, 11—11. Mr. G. Lang (St. 
Georg^e’s), Jan. 15, 11—11. Mr. J. Wheelhouse (Black- 
friars), Jan. 1, 3—3. — John Smith, hon. sec. 
l^eports from Clubs 
We beg to request Secretaries to post their Reports 
not Inter than Wednesday Night, a<hlressed “ Editor, 
Fishing Gazette, St. Dunstan’s House, Fetter Lane, 
London," and marked Club Report outside envelope. 
Post Card Reports preferred, unless for special meetitigs. 
Anglers’ Benevolent Society, Foresters’ Hall, 
Clerkenwell-road, E.C.—Since my last report. I beg to 
acknowledge, with thanks, the receipt of £13 8s. 6d. 
from the late Langley competition, and lOs. from the 
smoking concert of the Serapis Angling Societv. The 
next meeting of the committee will take place on Friday 
evening, Jan. 27, at 8.30. —E. Ghurney, sec. 
Amicable Waltonian Angling Society, Sun. 
Great Sutton-street, Goswell-road.—Gn the 15th inst., 
our members were out in good force to fish for the 
monthly prizes at Pulboro’, but found that weather and 
ice stopped all fishing, so that they indulged in a little 
skating instead, and returned none the worse for their 
outing, so that the iirizes will be fished for on the 22nd, 
but still we had a very nice show of roach by Mr. G. 
Merry, who saved us from having a blank, 'fhe return 
visit on the No. 2 Eastern District took place at the 
above, on Monday the 16th. and a very enjoyable evening 
was spent, twenty-three clubs answering to the roll call, 
and I must thank those clubs most heartily on behalf of 
the A. M. W., for their attendance. — E. R. Embleton, 
sec. 
Anchor and Hope Angling Society, The Canal 
Bridge, Old Kent-road.—On Wednesday next J. P. 
Wheeldon, Esq., will read a paper to our society, entitled 
“The Science of Angling,” and I feel sure from what 
we know of the writings of this gentleman that it will 
be worth a day’s journey to listen to. Any gentleman 
who would like a ticket can obtain one at our club 
house. Mr. F. W. Martin weighed in a chub on the 
15th inst., and secured a half-guinea prize.—A. G. 
Smith, sec. 
Battersea Friendly, Queen’s Hotel.—Anglers from 
Eton, Epsom, Kingston, and all parts of the metropolis, 
arrived to assist in the annual re-union of the B.F.A.S. 
Mr. Thomas Crnmplen (“ Old Izaak ” of the People) ably 
presided, supported by Messrs. 'libbatts, Bambridge of 
Eton, and a host of influential anglers. Harmony for 
half an hour inaugurated the proceedings, when Mr. 
Shrubsole gave his reading entitled “ An Angling Tour 
through the United Kingdom.” Mr. Shrub.sole divided 
his lecture into two portions, the first of which treated 
of his adventures in Ireland, the second relating to his 
experiences in the Scottish Highlands, Yorkshire and 
Derbyshire. The lecturer was listened to with rapt 
attention, interspersed with laughter and frequent 
applause. At the close of his recital a vote of thanks 
was cordially proposed and awarded him, the whole 
assembly joining heartily in the musical honours which 
accompanied the verdict. It goes without saying that 
Mr. Crumplen proved a model chairman, and our presi¬ 
dent, Mr. Morris, acted as vice, his post proving a 
sinecure, as the audience was orderly throughout. 
Among the man 3 - who contributed to the amusement of 
the audience were Messrs. Stamford, Vine, Vane. Moyce, 
Edgerly, Johnson, Rich, Pallins, BrigTit, and many 
others. Encores were frequentl 3 ' demanded, but seldom 
granted, as time was limited. Mr. Curtis accompanied 
admirabl 3 ', and the evening’s harmony was well sustained. 
On the 1.5th Messrs. Fowles and Morris had roach, the 
latter scoring six points in the silver cup competition. 
Members fish a match at Woking for 31 guineas, roving, 
two rods, jack barred. All to go by first train down, 
returning from Woking at 7.30. —G. Mumfoed, sec. 
Battersea United Piscatorials, Lord Rinelagh, 
Verona-street, S.W. — Several members were out on the 
15th inst., but, unfortunately, returned with a blank-. 
Members are requested to attend meeting next Wednes¬ 
day, to arrange match and pay subscriptions, as they 
are now due for present quarter. — A. Teow'beidge, sec. 
Bermondsey Brothers Angling Society, Wool- 
pack Tavern, Bermondsey-street.—The last two Sundays 
have been a blank, for although one or two have been 
out, the 3 ' have weighed no fish in. The competition for 
the January series of iirizes will take place on the 22 ad, 
place and conditions to be decided on the 20th.— 
A. Conn, sec. 
Blackfriars Angling Society, Winchester Arms. 
— The usual weekly meeting of this society was held on 
Wednesday last. Some of our members were out, but 
returned with blanks, being the first blank this season. 
1 wish members to notice that we fish for a series of 
prizes on the 29th inst., at Shepperton. I wish all 
members in arrears would settle up as soon as possible. 
—S. Foster, sec. 
Bostonian Angling Society. —It has been decided 
that a friendly supper be held on Feb. 1 i Wednesday). 
On Wednesday next, 25th, a special meeting is called to 
elect auditors. Mr. J. Eevett having resigned as 
secretar 3 -, Mr. J. Hoare has been elected secretary for 
the remainder of the season. — J. H. 
Brompton Angling Society.— D’Oyley Arms, 
Marlborough-road, Chelsea, S.W.—The annual supper 
competition has been arranged to take place at Pang- 
bourne, on the 29th inst. Four prizes are given by the 
club for this occasion, also a number of prizes have been 
given by the members. Honorary members are invited 
to join in the competition; the club offers a prize for 
them to fish for. Next Wednesday will be quarterly 
night, when we hope to have a good attendance.—H. 
Roach. 
Clerkenwell and District.— United Visiting 
List. —Do not forget the visit on Monday next, Jan. 23, 
to the North London Angling Society, held at the 
Brewery Tap, Hollowa 3 --road, near Highbury Station. 
—F. Castell, hon. sec. 
City of London and Biising Sun Angling 
Society. —Only one fish, a chub from the Thames, 
weight, 11b. 7oz., was taken by- Mr. H. Gates on the 
15th.— Cas. 
City Piscatorials, Coffee Pot Tavern, Warwick- 
lane, Newgate-street, E.C. Mr. Frank Griffin presided 
on Monday last. The attendance was good. The small 
agenda was followed by a general piscatorial chit-chat, 
interlarded with excellent harmony, vocall 3 ' and instru- 
mentally, under the direction of Mr. James Husk. 
Although there is nothing worthy of special mention 
with regard to sport, I think I may fairly say, from 
what I hear, that we have had our share of it. Mr. T. 
Crumplen’s paper, “Fish Life on the Planet Mars,” 
which he reads before this society on Monday, the 30th 
inst., will be illustrated by diagrams. On that occasion. 
Dr. F. W. Spurgin, president of the Athenamm Angling 
Society, will iireside, and Mr. James Husk will be 
responsible for the musical programme. Cards of invita¬ 
tion have been sent out, but in the event of there being 
any omission, anglers will please accept this intimation 
as a quid pro quo. —John Smith, hon. sec. 
Clapham Junction Angling Society, The 
Clarence, Winstanley-road, Clapham Junction, S.W.— 
On the llth inst. Mr. Geo. Edwards had a nice show of 
roach and chub, w-eighing 111b. 2oz. On the 15th the 
following members weighed in : Mr. A. Painter, 
lib. 13Joz. of chub; E. Chapman, 11b. 7Joz. of roach; 
C. Ball, 11b. 3Joz of roach. Messrs. E. Porter and J. 
Willgoss also had fish. At at our last meeting it was 
decided that we shall fish a competition on Jan. 29 
(weather permitting) for four prizes at Wraysbury. 
Any member losing first train shall be eligible to fish on 
reporting himself to one of the committee. All to 
return by 5.10 train from AVra 3 -sbury.—G. T. Jame.son, 
sec. 
Dalston Angling Society, Brownlow Arms, 
Brownlow-street, Dalston.—On the 15th inst., xerj few 
members w-ere out, Mr. E. Parram saved a blank with a 
few nice roach. On Tuesda 3 ', the 17th, it was decided 
that the iirizes in hand should be competed for in a 
boundary match, full particulars to be obtained at the 
Club House. The meeting fully endorsed the action 
taken at the Anglers' Association, on Monday, the 10th. 
—S. Malbt, sec. 
Darlington Silver Trout Angler.s’ Associa¬ 
tion. —At the annual general meeting of the members 
for the election of officers for the present year, there was 
a full muster. Sergeant Vare 3 ' presided. The follow¬ 
ing is the result: President, H. Gawan Taylor, Esq., 
barrister-at-law, elected unanimously. The other gentle¬ 
men in order named, according to the number of votes 
for each, taken b 3 - ballot: Vice-presidents, Messrs. 
W. H. Foster, G. S Allison, J. Timra.s, and C. Gillam ; 
treasurer (re-elected), T. N. Lloyd; committee, J. 
Dutton, F. Varey, P. Hutchinson, W. Todd, J. Snowden, 
J. Leatherbarrow, H. Morgan, and J. E. Ta 3 'lor; 
auditors, F. W. Slater and E. Hull; secretary, J. F. 
Smythe; assistant secretary, W. Prince. The annual 
dinner was fixed for Jan. 25, when the balance sheet will 
be issued to members.—J- F. Smythe, sec. 
Bpsom Angling Society.— On Monday last at 
Twickenham, W. Dix caught one-and-a-half dozen 
roach and a bream. In our Christmas competition, Mr. 
J. Jeft'eiy took the roach, and Mr. W. Dix the bream 
prizes. On Tuesday evening Messrs. J. Jeff'eiy, J T. 
Jacobs, and Ed w. Hailes attended, in response to invite, 
the meeting of the Battersea Friendly Angling Society, 
upon the occasion of their annual rthinion, and the 
reading of a paper by Mr. Shrubsole, and were very 
much pleased and entertained thereat.— Edw. Wm. 
Hailes, sec. 
Fulford Angling Society. -The annual meeting 
of the Fulford Friendly Angling Society was held on 
Tuesda 3 '. at the Bay Horse Inn. In the absence 
of Captain Key,-J.P., president of the society, Mr. E. 
Taylor iiresided. A very satisfactory report and balance 
sheet were presented b 3 ’ Mr. H. W. Watson, hon. 
secretary, and Mr. Richardson, hon. treasurer, respec¬ 
tively, and these were unanimously adopted. Captain 
Key was unanimously elected president, and Mr. G. 
Whitehead and Mr. J. J. D. Jefferson, J.P., vice-presi¬ 
dents. Mr. Watson was re-appointed hon. secretary, 
and Mr. C. W. Arminson was elected hon. treasurer for 
the ensuing year. The following gentlemen were ap¬ 
pointed the committee: Messrs. J. Oliver, Richardson, 
J. McGee, 'Thorpe, T. Laverack, Walker, E. Taylor, 
J. W. Davison, Bowman, and J. E. Wilkinson.—The 
Harrogate Conservative Angling Association is putting 
forth special efforts to make the ensuing angling season 
one of unusual success. Already the club have secured 
the prolific waters of the Oak Beck, and other streams 
in the vicinity of Harrogate. At the present time, 
several thousands of ova, principally trout, have been 
put down in the hatchery, of which Mr. ”1. Cartman, 
jun., has .the oversight, and the yield from these is ex¬ 
pected to be very gratifying, a.s the 3 ' are doing remark¬ 
ably well. As soon as the fish are large enough to 
transfer, they will be placed in a pond at the rear of 
Oak Beck Farm, which is reserved for the purpose, and 
subsequently they will be turned [into the stream men¬ 
tioned, and the others in which the club have fishing 
rights. It is intended to hatch a still farther batch as 
soon as those in the hatchery permit of removal, and 
there is every prospect of the ensuing season being an 
exceptionally good one.— Ronald. 
Greenwich Angling Society, Prince Albert, Royal 
Hill, Greenwich, S.E.—At the last meeting it was 
