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SUPPLEMENT TO THE PISHING GAZETTE [April 21), 1893 
away in many instances. However, such delightful 
weather has been experienced in the Thames Valley, that 
a day hy the riverside has gone a long way towards mak¬ 
ing up for a disappointing basket. 
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What will it be like in June r Six hundred boats, so I 
hear, passed through Sunburv Lock on Sunday. 
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Sir Edward Clarke, Q.C., M.P., whilst rowing on 
the river at Staines on Saturday afternoon, sustained a 
severe strain, which necessitated medical advice being 
called in. « « • 
The standard for Lea trout, according to the Con¬ 
servancy bye-laws, is 12in. 
A FRIEND of mine, who has recently returned from a 
voyage abroad, rendered necessary on account of ill- 
health, stayed several weeks in Alexandria, where the 
Arabs, according to his story, are confirmed anglers. 
They have long bamboo rods, very much like a roach 
pole, and they fish with gut. Large numbers of these 
gentry fish each day from the docks, and, like the 
London anglers, they have their bad baskets as well as 
red-letter times. On favourable days one Arab will fill 
several baskets with fish, whilst on other occasions he 
hardly gets a bite. They use small fish for bait, which 
they catch in a net as they come out of the Nile, and 
which have been turned sick by contact with the salt 
water. One of these fish they place on the hook, and, 
chewing a couple of others up in their mouths, use them 
for ground bait. Indeed, the .4rab8 are so perfected in 
the gentle art that they go in for live-baiting. They 
take one of the Nile fish, and insert the hook in the 
dorsal fin. The fish is then played about on the top of 
the water until a big fish seizes it, when they promptly 
swing it on to the dock. The fish principally caught at 
Alexandria weigh from Jib. to 21b.: silver in colour, and 
they make trout-like rushes for the Arabs’ “live-baits.” 
Aly friend soon bought a rod in the bazaar, and made 
some rare bags during his stay at Alexandria. 
After the battle it is only fair that the victors 
should be called upon to receive their rewards. Accord- 
iR&ly, at the Hoxton Brothers’ Angling Club, 1, Kings- 
land-road, Shoreditch, the winning anglers in the A. B. 
Competition, met on Monday night to take the prizes 
they had so well won on the 19th and 26th of last month 
at Kye House. Mr. W. H. Beckett, V.P., of the 
J..ondon Anglers’ Association, occupied the chair, sup¬ 
ported by Mr. G H. Wood (president of the Hoxton 
Brothers), Mr. R. Ghurney, Mr. Medcalf (Central As- 
^lation), Mr. Malby (competition secretary) Mr. 
Ihorling, Mr. Manning, and many others. This com- 
I^titron, taking both days, attracted 618 entries, 413 on 
c V j 205 on the next occasion. It was 
fashed in beautiful weather, but the fish were right off the 
teed. However, all the prizes—thirty-three in number 
tjiken, and when I dropped into the club-room 
on Monday night there they were, all serviceable and 
usetul, arranged on a table running down the middle of 
the room, at the head of which was the chairman, hold¬ 
ing forth on the good work the Anglers’ Benevolent 
[society was carrying on in assisting necessitous brothers 
ot the rod, and referring with pride to its present 
prosperous condition. Later on Mr. Medcalf, at the 
mvitation of the committee, presented the prizes and 
diplomas ; and in the course of the meeting we were 
treated to some capital music. Votes of thanks 
eventually became the order of the evening, and I left 
after there had been a very spirited rendering of “For 
he s a jolly good fellow,” which was associated, ap- 
priately enough, with Mr. W. H. Beckett the chair- 
I APPEND the names of the prize-winners and theii 
clubs, with particulars of their prizes .—(I) H. Haines 
^P'lch-pole; (2) G. Etherington, roach- 
F/*! -iir Peciham Brothers, roach-pole- 
(4) VV. Gihbs, Anglers’ Pride, silver watch; (5) W 
lavenner, E stonians, tackle case; (6) C- E. James! 
Good Intent pictures; (7) G. Pulham, Good Intent, 
pike rod ; (8) E. Boorman, South London, tea-service ; 
(J) Rowland, Waltonians. tea-service; (10) Bass. 
Brothers Well Met, tackle-case; (11) J. Randall, 
Anglers Pride, landing-net; (12) G. Willsher, Stepney 
cup and Sunlight soap; (13) Pleydell, Hearts of Oak! 
table-cloth; (14) Savage, Anglers’ Pride, clock; (15) 
G. Griffiths, Havelock, tackle; (16) W. Richardson 
Ralston, bait-can and bag; (17) W. Knight, Buxton 
Brothers, pike rod ; (18) F. Gibbons, Eustonians, fish¬ 
ing-box; (19) J. A. Fitch, Great Northern Brothers 
ladj’s bag; (20) R- Cole, Hounsfield Otters, cruet-stand • 
(21) W. Taylor, Bermondsey Brothers, general rod; (22) 
J. Willgross, Clapham Junction, winch; (23) G. Riggs 
Globe, tobacco-jar and stand; (24) A. Sims, Original 
Alexandra, pair of boots ; (25) A. Burton, Good Intent, 
teckle ; (26) A. Freeman, Ralston, general rod ; (27) G. 
Franklin. Crown and Bnckland, cruet-stand; (28) C. 
Toomy, Prince of Wales’, winch and line • (29) F 
Baldwin, Ralston, winch; (30) Blythe, Amicable 
Excelsior, pipe ; (31) C. Hibble, Walworth Waltonians 
landing-net; (32) R. Barren, Ralston, tackle; (33) j’ 
Bayley, Convivial, leggings- 
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The annual distribution of prizes in connection with 
the New Albion Piscatorials has been fixed to take place 
on Thursday, May 18th, at the Ruke of Kent, Old Kent 
Road. There will be a smoker to follow. The annual 
uinner is being arranged for. 
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The British Sea Anglers’ Society propose to have a 
sea-fishing outing to Beal on Friday, May 12, leaving 
\ictoria (L.C. and R.R.) at 4.20 p.m. If a sufficient 
number respond, it is the intention of the committee to 
arrange for a saloon carriage. 
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At the last moment I hear Howe took a trout 4Jlb. at 
Staines on Wednesday, and that Knene has had a brace 
of fish in the same district. Goosequill. 
2£le]?oxts from Clutrs 
TFe heg to request Secretaries to post their Reports 
not later than Wednesday Nig-lit, addressed “Editor, 
Fishing Gazette, St. Dunstan’s House, Fetter Lane, 
London,” and marked Club Report outside envelope. 
Post Card Reports preferred, unless for special meetings. 
Anglers’Association, Foresters’ Hall, Clerkenwell- 
road, E.C. — The monthly meeting of the general com¬ 
mittee will take place on Monday evening ne.xt, Mav 1 
at 8..30.— R. Ghurney, sec. 
Anglers’ Association. — Southern Ristrict 
Visiting List. —A return visit on the above list 
will take place on Tuesday next. May 2, at the Black- 
friars A. S., Winehester Arms, Southwark-street, S.E. 
As this club is represented at every visit, I hope brother 
anglers will rally round and give them a bumper.—G W 
Armstrong, district officer. 
Anglers Benevolent Society. Foresters’ Hall, 
Clerkenwell-road, E.C.—Since my last I beg to acknow¬ 
ledge, with thanks, the receipt of £2 from Mr. G. H. 
Wood, president Hoxton Brothers Angling Society - 
10s. annual subscription, G. H. Field, South London 
Angling Society; ifil lbs., Bermondsey Brothers • 
£1 13s. 6d. Hoxton Brothers; £1 6s., North London 
Angling Society, from their donation boxes, and 23. sale 
of two photos given by G. Gregg, 34, Compton-road, N 
—R. Ghurney. sec. 
Aima Angling Society, Crown Ristillery, 23, 
Vere-street, Strand, W.C.—The annual supper and dis- 
tribution of prizes of the above-named society takes 
place at the Essex Head, Essex-street, Strand, on Tues¬ 
day, May 9. All those members and friends that have 
promised prizes will kindly oblige by forwarding them 
on at once. I alscFwish to remind all friends that one 
of our members, J. Windsor, takes a benefit at the 
King's Arms, Honghton-street, Strand, on Saturday, 
April 29, to defray the funeral of his son, who died 
Suddenly while undergoing an operation on the jaw.—J. 
Pailes, sec. 
Anchor and Hope Angling Society, Royal 
George, Rotherhithe New-road.—The last Soutn London 
United visit took place to the above club on Wednes¬ 
day, April 19, when we were favoured by a reading by 
Mr. A. Jardine, entitled “ Angling Ways and Angling 
Rays,” Mr. J. P. Wheeldon in the chair. The read¬ 
ing, which was a most excellent one, was well appre¬ 
ciated by the members and brother anglers present. 
Following the reading, we had a smoking concert, when 
the following gentlemen contributed to the harmony : 
Messrs. Lewis, Turnham, A. Conn, Lang, A. Suthend! 
&c. On the roll being called, eleven clubs responded to 
the call. The next visit goes to the Peckham Brothers, 
when I hope all our members will make an effort to be 
present. Our annual supper takes place on May 10 
when we shall be glad to see all our members, and as' 
many of their friends as can make it convenient to be 
present.—B. Ward. 
Bermondsey Brothers Angling Society, Wool- 
pack Tavern, Bermondsey-street, S.E.—Thethirdannual 
smoking concert in aid of the Angler’s Benevolent 
Society and Convalescent Home Fund took place on 
Tuesday last, and I am pleased to say, proved a decided 
success, the only fault being that the room was not large 
enough to hold all the visitors. I take this opportunity 
of returning the sincere thanks of the members to those 
friends who so kindly supported us on that evening, and 
they can rest assured we shall not forget to return the 
compliment.—A. Conn, sec. 
Blackfriars Angling Society, Winchester Arms 
Southwark-street.—The usual meeting of this society 
was held on Wednesday, when Mr. W. Farmer was pro' 
posed working member to this society. Our visit on thi 
Anglers’ Association takes place on Tuesday next 
May 2, when I hope to see a good room full. 
Bostonian Angling Society.— The part of mj 
report of last week in reference to the specimen roach 
taken by the members, was not as the printer was 
pleased to insert it, which was very misleading, bul 
should have read as follows ; Mr. Halsell, 11b. 12^oz. • 
Mr. Lawson, 11b. 12oz.; Mr. Ward, 11b. lljoz. aiid 
11b. 7inz.; Mr. West, 11b. lljoz. ; Mr. Taylor, 
11b., 6joz. Our annual dinner will take place on 
Wednesday, May 10, and I should be pleased if those 
who have kindly promised prizes will forward them as 
soon as possible.—J. H. 
Brechin Angling Club.— The first competition for 
the season took place on Wednesday week, when there was 
a large turn-out of competitors. The waters fished were 
the North and South Esks and the Bervie, but, owing to 
the continued drought, they were rather low, and not in 
good ply. The following is the result: First, R. K. 
Smart, 81b. 14Joz.; second, Wm. Burnett, 71b. 2oz.; 
third, James Hutoheon, 61b. 9oz.; fourth, T. Ivison' 
Mb. 2Joz.; fifth, Bavid Smart, 41b. 1-loz.; sixth, James 
Burnett, 41b. 8Joz. ; one heavy trout, R. K. Smart, 12oz.; 
three ditto, James Hutcheon, HJoz.; six ditto, Wm' 
Burnett, lib. 7iOz. 
Camden Angling Society, Royal Exchange, Hart- 
land-road, N.W.—Members are reminded that Wednes¬ 
day next is quarterly night and general meeting night, 
when I hope to see all members in the club room —E t' 
White, sec. 
Central Association of London Angling 
Clubs.— The next delegate meeting will take place at 
the Bedford Head Hotel, Maiden-lane, Covent-garden 
on Monday, May 1, at 8.30 p.m. Relegates are particu¬ 
larly requested to attend. 
City Piscatorials, Coffee Pot, Warwick-lane, New- 
gate-Btreet, E.C.—On Monday last Mr. A. Sowerbutts 
presided at a general meeting, when the date of the 
annual dinner and distribution of prizes was fixed for 
Monday, May 22. A novel arrangement with regard to 
a special prize list for next season, and for which 
already a considerable sum has been promised, is under 
consideration. Other business concluded, the meeting 
closed with the usual compliment to the chairman._- 
John Smith, hon. sec. 
Clapbam Junction Angling Society, The 
Clarence, Winstanley-road, Clapham Junction, S-W,- 
At our last meeting it was decided to hold our nine¬ 
teenth annual dinner and distribution of prizes on 
Thursday, May 18, when it is hoped we shall have a 
good muster. The tickets will be 23. 6d. each. I shall 
esteem it a favour if prize donors will kindly let me have 
their prizes as early as possible; also if members i 
arrears will kindly clear the books before May 11 — 
G. T. Jameson, sec. 
Cobden Angling Society, Cobden Club, Kensal- 
road, W.—We had trout weighed in on the 23rd inst 
by Messrs. A. Tucker, one fish, 11b. 8Joz. ; F. Bourne' 
one, 11b. 6 Joz. Will those gentlemen who promised prizes 
kmdly forward them not later than Tuesday next, and 
oblige.— A. Smii'H, sec. 
Dalston Angling Society, Brownlow Arms, Brown- 
low-street, Balaton.—On Tuesday last we had a very fair 
attendauce of members, when Messrs. C. Flowers and 
R. Parram were elected stewards for our annual 
The distribution of prizes will take place on Tuesday 
next, May 2. Ladies invited. I should like to see some 
members who have been absent so long, as rule 19 will 
be strictly adhered to.— S. Malby, sec. 
Eastern Piscatorial Society, Spread Eagle, Gill- 
street, Limehouse, E.—Our return visit on the No 1 
Eastern visiting list takes place on Monday, May 1 
when we wish the company of as many anglers and 
friends as can make it convenient to attend, as we have 
made arrangements for a very pleasant evening. 
Nearest stations, Limehouse, G.E.R., Poplar, N.L R— 
W. Bartlett, hon, sec. 
Good Intent Angling Society, The Crown, 
Onurch-street, Shoreditcn.—A smoking concert in aid 
of the Anglers’ Benevolent Society will take place o» 
Tuesday evening next. May 2, at 8.30 p.m. All members 
are respectfully requested to make an effort to attend on. 
that evening, so that we may ensure a great success 
Any brother anglers or friends will also be made’ 
welcome on that occasion. 
Grange Angling Society.— The fortnightly meet- 
ing was held on the 20th inst., Mr. J. Hamilton occupy- 
ing the chair. There was a very good attendance of 
members, and among the visitors was Mr. Wade, of the 
Central Association. The principal business of the 
evening was to award the annual prizes, all of which 
had been given by members and friends. The winners' 
were Messrs. G. Wood, E. Ryder, Sandilands, Hollands, 
and G. Gibbons. The collecting-box for the Thames 
Angling Preservation Society was opened by Mr. Wade, 
and found to contain the sum of 53. Messrs. Hamilton 
and Morrall were elected to audit the society’s accounts 
for 1892 and 1893. All members are requested to note 
that the eleventh annual meeting will take place on 
Thursday next. May 4. The chair will be taken by the 
president at 8.30 p.m. sharp.—W. K. 
Gresham Angling Society.— The usual weekly 
meeting took place on Tuesday, Mr. F. M. Jonas in the 
chair. The arrangements made by the sub-committee 
for renting some roach fishing at Mitcham were con¬ 
firmed. Mr. F. Fletcher reported having, with two 
friends, been out in the Gresham Lugger, near Southend 
and taken eighty-six good fiat-fish ; the Rev. E. Meyer 
had taken 12Jlb. of fish; Mr. J. B, Close, four trout, 
with the Alder fly; and the chairman, one good trout 
from Winchester. Mr. A. Heiron read a paper on 
" Angling from a legal point of view,” and gave a very 
concise and clear statement of the laws affectinganglers 
in both fresh and salt waters, supporting his views by 
eminent authorities on the subject. An interesting 
discussion took place, and a hearty vote of thanks was 
given to Mr. Heiron. We hope shortly to publish the 
paper. A new member was elected.— James Tayler 
sec. 
Izaak Walton Angling Society. —The members 
competed for three special prizes on the 23rd inst., at 
Southend. Mr. W. F. Wilkinson secured first honours - 
Mr. F. Heldt, second; Mr. G. Nunn, third. The 
members are again reminded that quarterly night occurs 
on Wednesday next, May 3; the secretary would esteem 
it a favour if members in arrears would attend and clear 
the booke.—H. B. 
Junior Plyfishers’, 70, Houndsditch.—Mr. Clegg 
occupied the chair on Thursday, and after minutes bad 
been confirmed and Mr. H. Linnell elected, corre¬ 
spondence was read from several gentlemen asking for 
particulars of membership, to which the secretary was 
directed to reply. It is with much regret we beard of 
the death of one of our members—Mr. J. E. Wheatley 
who, as president of the Highbury Angling Society 
and a committeeman of the Angler’s Association, was 
both respected and beloved, and it was proposed that a 
letter of condolence be sent to Mrs. Wheatley. A 
