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committee meeting is called for Thursday next at 7.30 
snarp. Mr. Goodwin gave notice that on May 11 he 
would propose an alteration in the rules—viz., “ That 
an entrance fee be charged and the subscriptions in- 
creasech This notice with the approval of our mem- 
bers Our next outing takes place at West Drayton, 
y.30 tram from Paddington. Messrs. Hall and Close 
reported having taken a few trout, and other members 
gave their experiences of fishing.— Hon. Sec 
Iiiverpool Angling Association, Bee Hotel, 5, 
Queen s-square, and 18, St. John’s-lane.—Our meeting 
last week was well attended. One new member was 
elected, and three nominated. It was resolved that the 
nshmg platform at Knowsley be covered with felt, Mr. 
-Litterton kindly undertaking to see the work done. A 
hearty and unanimous vote of thanks was passed to Mr 
A H. Alason for giving the punt at Knowsley two coats 
ot paint, giving his time and trouble, and doing the 
thing m a thorough workmanlike manner. Estimates 
j new punt for the Euabon Eeservoir were sub¬ 
mitted and that of E. Morley and Co. accepted, 
towards the cost of this punt, Mr. W. Edwin 
generously gives ^5, and Messrs. J. H. Jones (chair¬ 
man), Childs, Gawith, and Hill subscribe. The weather 
continues very fine, with cold nights, and rain is badly 
^nted hereabouts. We shall not have an outing until 
wmtsnntide, and members generally are resting on 
their arms, waiting for the streams to grow and freshen 
up when the ram comes. The death of Lord Derby (one 
oi our patrons) came somewhat unexpectedly, and we 
sincerely sympathise with the 
general grief felt for the loss in this neighbourhood.— 
Ed. Moolfall. 
Piscatorials, Duke of Kent, Old 
u’l'' general meeting was held on 
nmd^ night, Mr. E. Shonfeld presiding, when Mr. 
vv. i!. Grimmett was re-elected chairman; Mr. W J 
ivrf Baldwin, secretary! 
treasurer; and Messrs. Smith and 
Chandler, auditors. The following were elected on the 
committee ; Messrs. E. Shonfeld, J. Eead, C. Newbury, 
A. E. Matthews, E. Mudd, and W. Grace. The prizes 
TVT°^ 10 ,'”'B1 be distributed on Thursday, 
iVlay 10 , at a smoking concert at the club-house. Our 
annual dinner will be held on a date to be fixed at a future 
meeting. is, was voted to the T.A.P.S., and Mr. 
Courtenay was proposed as an hon. member.—A. E 
Jdaldwin, sec. 
Oxford Angling and Preservation Society.— 
1 he annual meeting of the above society was held at 
headquarters, the Three Cups Hotel, on Tuesday, the 
loth inst., for the election of officers, and other busi¬ 
ness. Air. Sheriff Taphouse was elected president for 
the ensuing year. In replying, Mr. Taphouse assured 
the members present that whatever he could do to assist 
Me angling society would give him great pleasure. Mr 
Eose was again elected vice-president; Air. Thurland 
treasurer. Mr. English having given notice some time 
since that he should have to resign the post of hon. 
secretaiy, owing to pressure of business, the com¬ 
mittee had some difficulty to select a candidate. At 
la.st the late assistant-secretarry. Air. C. Herbert, came 
to the front, and was elected unanimously. The com- 
mittee of fourteen was then elected in the usual way 
^ter the appointment of officers Mr. C. E. Jessop rose 
to propose a hearty vote of thanks to our late secretary 
business of the society in such a 
satisfactory manner. (Hear, hear.) In replying, Mr. 
English thanked the members for showing their appre¬ 
ciation of his services, and that he still hoped to be of 
good service to the angling society. During the four 
years he had been seeretary he had always done his 
best for the interest and welfare of the angling society, 
as the balance-sheet shows a substantial sum still in hand. 
Ihe vice-president then brought before the meeting a cir¬ 
cular referred by the City Council to the angling society 
tor their opinion, which does not require a lengthy 
description, being a petition drawn up by the Heading 
Society respecting private fishery rights. The fol- 
low'ing resolution was adopted : “ That the Mayor and 
Corporation of the city of Oxford be asked to support 
the petition and do their utmost to prevent the bye-law 
being passed.” The President (Air. Sheriff Taphouse) 
replied that he would do his duty in bringing the matter 
forward at the next council meeting. Air. Eobinson 
then proposed a vote of thanks to the President for 
presiding that evening. (Cheers.) The meeting then 
terminated. 
Phoenix Angling Society, The Crown, Pancras- 
road, N.AV.—On Tuesday our return visit took place 
on the Anglers Association List, but was not such a 
sucess as on previous occasions, only eight clubs 
answering the roll. Our benevolent box was opened by 
the district officer, and was found to contain 9s. and 
some odd pence. Don’t forget we have an extra special 
meeting on Tuesday next, Alay 2, and please come 
early, or we shall not get the business through. The 
books will be audited by Messrs. Boxall and Jessop.— 
H. W. Morgan, hon. assist, sec. 
Pontefract Piscatorial Society, Pontefract 
Castle, Chapel-street, Edgware-road, W.—The annual 
dinner and distribution of prizes took place on Wednes¬ 
day. April 19, when the club room was fully occupied 
by the members and friends. Sir P. Seager Hunt, Bart., 
ALP., presided, and had for vis-a.-vis Air. H. AVoodward, 
the vice chairman of the society for the current year, 
mv' chairman, being unavoidably absent. 
The secretary was able to report a slight increase in the 
membership, and a still greater increase in the funds. 
The rules of the society had been revised, and drawn 
inore in consonance with the spirit of true sport. Thus 
the society prizes for gross weight have been abolished, 
and, while the minimum weight for specimen fish has 
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REPORTS FROM RIVERS, LOCHS, to. 
been materially increased, the society prizes for the best 
specimens have been doubled. The prizes were then 
presented by Sir P. Seager Hunt, as follows ; Mr. Golds¬ 
worthy, the Seager Hunt Challenge Cup (1st year) for 
the greatest number of the best specimen fish; for 
heaviest roach ; for heaviest day’s take of dace ;’ for 
heaviest day s take of perch ; and for specimen trout, 
Mr. Pilgrim, first gross weight; for largest perch ; for 
best day’s take of fish (any water), Mr. Murrell, second 
gross weight ; for largest jack ; for heaviest bream ; 
for heaviest take of bream, Mr. Hawkins; for best day’s 
take of fish (Lea or Colne). The musical portion of the 
programme was fully up to the high standard the society 
tries to maintain as an attraction at their dinners, and 
two new members were made.—A. S., sec. 
^ Royal George Angling Society, Queen’s Arms, 
Bateman-street, Soho, W.—On Wednesday last we made 
another attack on the rules, and made very good pro¬ 
gress. I should very much like to see more members 
present at our weekly meetings. Our annual supper 
will take place shortly, and any member intending to be 
present will greatly oblige by intimating such to W. R. 
Shaw, hon. sec. 
Silver Trout Angling Society, Bedford Head. 
Maiden-lane, Covent Garden. — I beg to remind members 
^at our special general meeting takes place next 
Tuesday at 9 p.m., when several very important altera- 
tions in the rules will be proposed, therefore a good 
muster is requested.— Pelic.an. 
South Iiondon Angling Society, George and 
Dragon, 235, Camberwell-road, S;E.—We hold our annual 
meeting on Wednesday next, May 3, when the accounts, 
&c., for the past season will be submitted, and the 
supper night fixed. 'There is an important notice of 
motion down for that night, so I hope to see all members 
present.—J. J. F., see. 
South Iiondon United Anglers.— Visiting List. 
—The annual delegate meeting of societies on this list 
will take place at the Woolpack, Bermondsey-street, on 
Tuesday next, May 2, at nine o’clock, for the payment 
of annual subscriptions and election of officers, as per 
notice at bottom of list, and I trust every society will 
send a representative. The next visit will be to the 
Beckham Brothers on Monday, May 15.—A. Conn, hon 
sec. 
Sundial Angling Society, Plough and Harrow, 
King-street, Hammersmith.—The annual supper and 
distribution of prizes is arranged to take place on 
Thursday, May 18. Members intending to be present 
must give their names in not later than Tuesday, May 9. 
Members in arrears must clear the books by Tuesdav 
May 16. 
Waggoner’s Angling Society, George and 
Dragon, Vauxhall-cross.—Our usual weekly meeting 
took place on Tuesday last, with a good attendance. 
The books have been audited, and I am very pleased to 
say that the Waggoners are in very flourishing circum¬ 
stances. A special meeting is called for on May 9 for 
the election of officers and committee. The distribution 
takes place on Alay 16. Those gentlemen who have 
promised prizes and have not yet sent them in, I shall 
be extremely obliged if they will do so before that date. 
Any gentleman wishing to become a member cannot do 
better than apply at the above on any Tuesday evening. 
— H. C. 
Walworth Waltoniaus Angling Society, St. 
Paul’s Tavern, Westmoreland-road, Walworth, S.E.— 
On Wednesday last the distribution of prizes took 
place; Mr. A. Piolaine officiated. There are some out¬ 
standing prizes due, and I should be glad if the donors 
would forward them as soon as possible. Wednesday 
next, May 3, is our 20th annual dinner, eight o’clock 
sharp. T. W. Venner, Esq., chairman; H. Bayley, Esq., 
vice-chairman. Air. Judge will preside at the piano. 
All tickets out will be considered sold if not returned to 
me or at the club-house by Alonday, May 1.—C. Hebble, 
secretary. ’ 
West London Angling Club, “ Dartmouth 
Castle,” Hammersmith.—A large muster of members 
attended our special meeting on the 20th inst. Several 
important alterations in the rules having been brought 
forward, the same were duly discussed and thoroughly 
revised. The secretary was instructed to have a new 
book of rules printed and distributed amongst the 
members when ready. Our 13th annual dinner was 
fixed for Thursday, May 11, to take jilace at the Builders’ 
Arms, Bridge-road, Hammersmith, as our host is unable 
to accommodate us at the Greyhound Hotel this year. 
Members of angling clubs and friends are cordially 
invited, and the evening will be devoted to harmony.— 
J. J. Hu^■TER, hon. sec. 
— River Reporters who want forms and envelopes 
mould send a post card to the Manager of the Fishing 
Gazette, St. Dunstan’s House, Fetter-lane, London. 
Time of High Water in the Thames. 
A"® time of high water in the Thames at any 
Me following places, to the time of high water at London 
Bridge given below. 
’30 min. for Chelsea. /55 min. for Kew. 
40 „ 
,, Putney. \75 ,, 
,, Eichmond. 
45 ,, 
,, Hammer- Add <80 ,, 
,, Twicken¬ 
smith. / 
ham. 
50 „ 
,, Barnes. x85 „ 
,, Teddingfton 
Example ;—If it is high water at 2 o’clock at London 
Bridge, it will be high water at Teddington at 3.25 or 85 
minutes later. 
N.B.—A strong wind up-stream accelerates the tide 
very much, and one down-stream retards it. 
Time op High Water at London Bridge. 
Saturday, April 29 . 
Morning. 
. 1. 2 . 
EvenlAg:. 
. 1.21 
Sunday, „ 30 . 
Monday, Mav 1 . 
. 1.39 . 
. 1.55 
. 2.26 
Tuesdav, .. 2 . 
. 2.57 
Wednesdav. .. 3 
. 3.12 . 
Thursday, „ 4 . 
. 3.59 
Friday, „ 5 . 
. 4.32 
English and Welsh Reports. 
Grand Otter Hdnting.— The Dumfriesshire otter 
hounds have commenced bunting for the season. They 
have had fine meets, and they have accounted for the 
death of four otters. They killed two in one day on the 
Annan last week, and on Saturday, on the same river at 
Hoddom, they bowled over their third, after a hunt 
lasting three hours. It was an exciting bit of hunting 
at Hoddom. Anglers left rods and baskets lying on the 
banks and joined in the hunt. In the excitement several 
huntsmen slipped on the rocks and made headers into 
the pools. Desperate encounters between otter and 
hounds took place, and the latter were severely mauled 
by the quarry. On the Nith on Tuesday of this week 
the hounds were taken from their kennels at Annan, 
and accounted for the death of a very large otter above 
Auldgirth bridge. The otter sank in a deep pool at the 
finish and was drowned. It has been a most enjoyable 
time for anglers who have entered into the sport with 
keen interest.— Heatherbell. 
Lower Tbames.— General Eemarks. —The com' 
mittee of the Thames Angling Preservation Society, at 
their meeting on Tuesday last, made arrangements for 
the coming general angling season, when it is expected 
the new byelaws will be in operation, so as to give 
sufficient publication to the most important alterations 
that have been made, with especial reference to the 
abolition of trailing, that neither the pleasure boats nor 
anglers can plead any excuse if they are Lund in the 
illegal offence; and the appointment of Herbert Curr, 
at .Weybridge, and L. Hackett, at Chertsey, to act 
as river keepers will, without doubt, act materially in 
the suppression of the evil. When I was at the weekly 
meeting of the Silver Trout Angling Club, on Tuesday 
evening last, one of the members, living at Walton, 
kindly volunteered to take care of that portion of the 
river as he was always about, and, being armed with 
authority, he would do his best to prevent any evil 
going on. There is every prospect of the 'Thames 
Angling Preservation Society closing a very successful 
financial year, and I would remind some few who have 
not yet paid their subscriptions to do so at once, as it is 
important to get all in that is receivable, 'There is one 
thing always to explain, and that is, at the closing of 
the financial year on April 30, there should be a large 
balance, as from that time up to the end of December 
the receipts are nothing like equal to the expenditure. 
And now, as regards the river, which is so much in 
want of rain, I am glad to find the perch are spawning in 
much greater quantities than usual, and care is being 
taken to protect the ova. There is a large quantity of 
chub and barbel getting up to the Weir Hill at Moulsey. 
They are reported to be very early in spawning this year, 
and the roach are also coming up nearly a month earlier 
than usual. There are plenty of jack being caught in 
trout fishing. William Millbourne says he has been 
getting them up to 81b., and in every instance I hear of 
them being carefully put back again. Altogether, as 
regards coarse fish the prospects everywhere look well 
for a good season. The trout are plentiful but the 
water is not suitable, and, what I am sorry to learn, 
several good fish have broken away from the anglers.—B. 
Upper Thames. — Thursday. — Although the 
weather for some eight weeks past has been unpre- 
cedently hot and dry, there is plenty of water in the 
Upper Thames as I write, and where it all comes from is 
a inarvel, for it is quite as high as the normal winter 
height. In the way of trout work, as far as I can glean, 
little has been attempted during the past hot week, and 
hardly anything done ; but 1 am continually being 
posted up with the intelligence from ‘‘ meaonthe spot,” 
that grand trout are in evidence in all suitable waters— 
Bray, Maidenhead, Alarlow, Hurley, and Hambleden, to 
wit. A pretty trout of fijlb. has fallen to the rod of a 
gentleman out with Bob Young, of Medmenham.— 
Marlow Buzz. 
Thames (Datchet). —No improvement in the state 
of the water or weather, but stilt the trout are moving 
from about 6 p.m. till 8. I had a handsome fish on 
Thursday evening, 51b. 2oz. ; and was just out here a 
short time in the morning and had a run and saw 
another chasing a fish. It proved to be a roach over 
nine inches in length I picked it up, wounded dread¬ 
fully. It was not a very big trout, about 51b. I was 
out with Sir J. Carmichael, on the 22nd, for a short 
time in the evening; had a run out for half an hour 
myself on the 23rd, had one on, fought desperately ; 
got out with a gentleman on the 2Ith, had a fine fish 
on. He jumped a yard out of water and ran down 
stream twenty yards, and then got off. Out with the 
same gentleman again on the 25th, had better luck; 
caught a pretty fish of 31b., saw lots more rise.—G. 
Lumsden. 
Thames (Hampton).— Mr. Lely, opposite to the 
Chelsea Waterworks, has taken his second trout this 
season, one of 4jlb. Mr. Creswiok, in tne same neigh- 
