June 17, 1893] 
SUPPLEMENT TO THE PISHING GAZETTE 
469 
onr prize list was made out. We have over forty 
prizes, with promises of more later on. We also had 
four new members proposed, who will be elected next 
week. I beg to inform members that three prizes will 
be fished for on the 18th inst. (open); first, lOs.; second 
/s.; third, 43.—A.. Payne, sec. ’ 
Good Intent Angling Society, The Crown, 
Church-street, Shoreditch.—Our distribution of prizes 
as postponed until July 11, when we hope to have our 
secretary, Mr Murphy, amongst us, he having gone to the 
seaside to recruit his strength after his long illness.—H. 
Haines, sec. pro tern. 
Great Eastern Angling Society, Castle Inn, 
Leyton-road, Stratford.—Since last import we have 
made three working members, and there is another 
proposed.^ Thursday, 15th inst., was our supper night 
and distribution of prizes. Next Sunday being the first 
in the season I expect to send a good report next week — 
G. F. Weaver, sec. 
Great Northern Brothers Angling Society, 
Robin Hood, Southamptou-street, Pentonville. — Oar 
thirtieth aniiuai supper took place at the clubhouse on 
the 8th inst., when nearly fifty members and friends sat 
down to a very excellent repast. We were favoured by 
the_ company of a number of brother anglers from 
various clubs. The chairman (J. A. Fitch) opened the 
proceedings by giving a brief account of the club’s 
doings during the past season. Upwards of ^640 worth 
of prizes were fished for during the year, and the total 
weight of fish weighed in on Sundays only amounted to 
112Hb. Mr. C. Watling. jiin., won the first (gross 
weight 1901b. 5oz.), Mr. J. Hewitt the second (1821b. 4oz.), 
Mr. J. Cartwright the third (1801b. 6oz.). We have had 
aome_ very fine shows of fish during the season, Mr. 
Hewitt having on one occasion 561b. 12oz. On several 
Sundays our gross weight has reached over one hundred¬ 
weight. A host of talented friends made onr thirtieth 
anniversary a great success. The following toasts were 
proposed during the evening: “The Great Northern 
Brothers, “ The Central Association,” “ The Press,” and 
“ The Visitors and Prize Givers.” During the evening 
prizes to the value of d635 were given for competition 
during the ensuing season.—J. A. Pitch, sec. 
Gresham Angling Society.—In addition to the 
ordinary business on Tuesday, there was a meeting of 
the entertainment committee, a meeting of the general 
committee, and a special general meeting to amend the 
rules. Under the very able chairmanship of Mr. George 
Chambers, one of our vice-presidents, the whole was 
got through in good time, and in a satisfactory manner. 
The entertainment committee completed their pro¬ 
gramme of fixtures for the next six months, which con¬ 
tains several fishing excursions; a visit to the South 
Kensington Museum ; a three days exhibition of fish, 
birds, tackle, printings, &c., in the society’s rooms ; 
papers and discussions on piscatorial subjects; a 
smoking concert, &c. The general committee drew up 
conditions under which the Challenge Shield shall be 
competed for, and transacted other important business. 
The special general meeting altered the rules so that 
members can, on paying 23. 6d., take a friend with them, 
to fish the society’s waters occasionally. At the ordi¬ 
nary meeting, two new members were elected, and five 
others proposed, and it was stated that several other 
gentlemen had written for copies of the rules and other 
particulars. Mr. E. Pickling reported having taken 
some good bream and roach, and one pike, from Acle ; 
Mr. Fosbrooke and party, last Saturday, over a hundred¬ 
weight of flounders from Leigh; Mr. Mignot, jun., a 
good lot of flounders last Monday at Southend ; Mr. 
Dyer, plaice and dabs from Southend; Mr. Parker, 
flounders from Southend ; Mr. Vail, some good pout and 
congers from Brighton; and Mr. Norman some flat 
fish and a 4^1b. conger from the same place. Next 
Tuesday, 20th inst., a discussion on “ May-fly Fishing ” 
will be opened by a short paper from the secretary. 
Members will please note that the address of the secre¬ 
tary will in future be C5, Hazelville-road, Hornsey-rise, 
N.— James Tayler, sec.' 
Highbury Angling Society, The Globe, Upper 
Tollington-road, Isledon-road, Holloway, N.—On Wed¬ 
nesday, Juno 14, wo had a fairly good attendance, 
and added several new members to the society, 
which now brings the total to over forty. The 
question of raising our standard was discussed, 
and the following are the proposed alterations :— 
'Trout, 14in. ; brook trout, flin.; grilling, 9in. ; 
jack, 22in.; perch, 8in.; roach. Sin."; dace, 7in. ; chub, 
lOin. ; bream, lOin.; barbel, 14in. ; carp, lOin.; tench, 
Klin. : gudgeon, 5in.; rudd. Sin. Will all members, 
kindly endeavour to be present next Wednesday, to 
settle this finally ; also to make the necessary alteration 
of rules, and to arrange the prize list, which should be 
a very good one ? The following members have already 
contributed :—Messrs. Fox, Westrup, Cornish, Webb, 
Burton, Scholefield, Shaw, and myself. Members are 
respectfully reminded that subscriptions are due.— G. H. 
Rutherford, sec. 
Hoiseferry Angling Society, Duke of Clarence, 
Horseferry-road, Westminster. — The usual weekly 
meeting held on Wednesday last was well attended. It 
is hoped members will attend early on Wednesday next, 
as toe officers for the ensuing quarter will be elected, 
and it is proposed to arrange a match.—F. Taylor, 
hon. sec. 
Independent Angling Society, Red Lion, 
Pqrtland-street, Poland-street.—At our last weekly 
meeting we had a fair show-up of members. I 
wish to state that privilege tickets can be had over the 
bar. Our worthy host has been proposed as a working 
member, and will be ballotted for next week.—G. 
Biqsby, sec. ' 
Islington Brothers Angling Society, Myddle- 
ton Arms, Caiionbury-road.—The concert and distribu¬ 
tion of prizes took place on Monday last, when we had a 
full room. Chairman, Mr. Blackman ; vice, Mr. Cully. 
Several songs wore sung, after which the distribution 
took place, but I am sorry to say that some of the 
members were disappointed through the donors not for¬ 
warding their prizes. On Tuesday the minutes of the 
previous meeliiig were read and confirmed, G. Holder in 
the chair, when Mr. Kemp, our landlord, introduced 
eight rnepibers, who will be ballotted for on Tuesday next. 
The visit on No. 2 Eastern District takes place on 
Monday, 19th inst., when I hope to see a good muster.—• 
J. H. Herbert, sec. 
Izaak Walton Angling Society.— There are five 
special prizes to be competed for in the Stort, on the 
18th inst. _ The boundary has been extended, the 
members being allowed to compete for the prizes between 
Burnt Mill Station and Sawbridgeworth Station. All to 
fish from the towing path,—H. B. 
Jolly Anglers Society, Kentish Town.—The above 
society held their usual weekly meeting on Wednesday 
last, at which the prospects of the coming seasion were 
discussed; three more prizes were promised ; the new 
members will be welcomed.—W. W. Sanderson, sec. 
pro tern. 
Junior Ely Pishers, The Citizen, 70, Houndsditch. 
—The usual weekly meeting took place as abeve, Mr. 
Evens presiding. The minutes of the annual, special, 
aud ordinary meetings were read and confirmed. Messrs. 
Goodwin and Hall were elected delegates to the Angler’s 
Association. Several letters were read, dealing with 
various matters, and these were all disposed of in good 
time. Mr. Close gave his report of the recent Loch 
Leven competition, and very interesting it proved. A 
very hearty vote of thanks was accorded him, and he 
was congratulated on the good position he attained in 
the competition, seeing that he was fourteenth out of 
forty-four competitors, a very creditable result for the 
first time. One new member was proposed. The last 
outing at Hertford was not so well attended as we couM 
' wish, owing, no doubt to the lowness of the waters ia 
most parts. A hearty vote of thanks to the chairmen 
concluded the business at 11 p.m.— Hon. Sec. 
Eady of the Lake Angling Association. —The 
twenty-ninth annual dinner of the above association was 
celebrated at Queen of England Hotel, Goldhawk- 
road, W., on Wednesday evening, the 7th inst., when 
nearly fifty members and friends were present. The 
chair was occupied by the President (Mr. M. Manning), 
and the vice-chair by Mr. R. W. Ilobden. The 
P esident, in proposing the toast of “ The Lady of the 
Lake,” said that the a-sociation was established in the 
year 1864 as the West London Fishing Club by himself 
and a few friends at the Eagle Tavern, Starch-green, 
which tavern was previously known as “ The Lady of 
the Lake,” where, adjoining, good fishing might be 
enjoyed in the lakes now covered by many a house. 
Good fiehiug could also be obtained in those days at the 
Willow Vale Fishery, Uxbridge-road, by payment of Is. 
per day, and many an old follower of Izaak Walton had 
journeyed from London on foot (no rail or ’bus then) to 
enjoy a peaceful day’s sport. Very few established 
fishing clubs existed at that time, and those few had no 
privileges extended to them, as now, by railway com¬ 
panies ; no honorary members or prize donors. 'The 
Lady of the Lake, although established so many years 
ago, had experienced many trials and adversities, but 
he was proud to say that at the present time the associa¬ 
tion stood, in his opinion, second to none. The member- 
shiii still numbered over 100. He sincerely hoped that 
every angling and hon. member would make an effort this 
season to win one or more prizes that would be offered and 
arranged for competition by their strong working com¬ 
mittee. He might mention that the subscription was 
10s. per annum. Concluding, he remarked that the 
monthly suppers and musical evenings of the associa¬ 
tion had been most successful. Mr. A. Prole proposed 
the toast of “The President and Vice-President,” aud 
remarked that their president was a good old fisherman 
and a strong friend of the association, of whom they 
were proud. Mr. Hobden proposed the toast of “The 
Prize Donors and Hon. Members,” with which was 
coupled the names of Mr. Alais and Mr. H. P. 
Gilbert, both of whom replied. The President then 
started the prize list for the ensuing season with 
£2 2s. for the largest roach, and was quickly followed 
by members and friends to the amount of .£37 ICs. 
The Chairman, in proposing the toast of “ The Officers,” 
with which he coupled the name of Mr. G. Dexter, said 
that gentleman’s work as secretary had been arduous 
aud constant on behalf of the club. The club had never 
had a better secretary. He had done his very best for 
the association, and it was largely due to his energy , 
that the association had been brought to the front in the 
way it was, and that they had had such a succe-sful 
season. Mr. ix. Dexter thanked the other officers fur 
the way in which they had supported him, and he hoped 
that his suece.-sor would receive as hearty support from 
members as had been accorded to him. T e toasts 
of “ The Visitors and the Artists,” “ The Host and ^ 
Hostess,” were duly honoured. Mr. C. H. Downe (the | 
host) provided a splendid repast, which was admirably | 
served. There was an excellent musical entertainment 
contributed by some first-class artists. We had a good I 
muster on Monday last, when the prize list (which is a j 
grand one) was arranged for the ensuing season, our 
president in the chair. A new member was enrolled, 
and we have still a few vacancies. Gentlemen wishing 
to join a good club should lose no time. Particulars can 
be bad of the secretary as above. Otti Tuesday next an 
important meeting will be held, at 8 p.m. sharp.—G. 
Burton, hon. sec. 
Lincoln Angling Society;.— On Wednesday last a 
special meeting was called, which I was sorry to see so 
poorly attended. Our visit on the C. D. V. L. will take 
place on June 26, when I hope we shall have a good 
muster of anglers and friends. Onr annual supper will 
take place .Inly 5, which I hope members will please 
note. Mr. W. Barnes was proposed a working member, 
and will be ballotted for in the usual way.— 
W. Watlino, sec. 
Liverpool Angling Association, Bee Hotel, 5, 
Qneen’s-square, and 18, St. John’s-lane.—At our last 
week’s meeting it was agreed that we fish a friendly 
home and home match with the St. Helen’s Angling 
Association, the first event to come off in our Knowsley 
water on the 22nd inst. The greatest weight of take- 
able fish on the two occasions to win, and the dinner to 
ta’ae place on the evening of the second event at St. 
Helen’s. Of the three previous matches St. Helen’s 
have won two, so the home team must do their best to 
equalise, as the St. Helen’s team is sure to be a tough one. 
—R 0. WOOLFALL. 
Mitre Brothers Angling Society, Kingsgate- 
street, Holborn.—I hope members will muster up early 
next Monday, as we have business of great importance 
to settle.—A. Toplis, sec. 
New Albion Piscatorial Society.— The annual 
dinner of the above society, which was held at the 
Duke of Kent, Old Kent-road, on the 8th inst, was a 
great success. With members and friends the company 
present mumbered close on ninety, and some of the 
guests could not be accommodated in the billiard saloon 
where the dinner was served, owing to the crowded 
attendance, but they were not forgotten by tbe steward 
who saw to their wants in an ante-room. The tables 
were decorated with flowers, and rods, landing nets and 
fishing baskets were tastefully arranged at various parts 
of the room. Upon the wails of the room were fifty 
cases of stuffed specimen fish, which excited the admi¬ 
ration of the visitors. Major Lewis H. Isaacs presided, 
and the vice-chair was occupied by Mr. W. H. Brougham. 
Amongst those present were Messrs. J. P. Wheeldon, 
W. F. Grimmett, D. Grimmett, Baker, Turnham, May, 
Edwards, A. Darling, W. Grace, Mudd, Shonfleld, J. 
Read, Davis, Chandler, C. J. Stevens, 13. Cohen, W. 
Ganderton, E. Chill, S. Temple, G. and T. H. Phillips, 
J. Butts, H. D. Glover, G. H. Howard, A. R. Matthews, 
Smith, C. Newbury, La Feuillade, and A. E. Baldwin, 
secretary. An excellent dinner was provided by Mrs. 
Wheeldon, and upon its conclusion, the chairman gave 
the usual loyal toast. The chairman next proposed 
the toast of the evening, “ Success and Pro-perity 
to the Now Albion Piscatorials,” and in doing 
so was very cordially received. Major Isaacs, 
referring to his own fishing experiences said that 
before he had to leave a certain northern county 
with the proverbial 2s. Od. in his pocket, he was a great 
fisherman, or, to be more correct, a great fisherboy. He 
had the liveliest recollection of all that he did in the 
fishing world. He remembered, as if it were but a day 
ago, when with a bent pin and a worm wriggling on the 
end of it he fished in a very muddy stream, and yet 
managed to land something. He had also spent many a 
happy day oh a charming trout stream in the north of 
Lancashire, and indulged in fishing with the fly, that 
most delightful of all sports. Upon coming to London 
he was made a Freemason, and the lodge he belonged to 
used to have summer outings up the Thames to Maiden¬ 
head. He then used to get down about luncheon time 
and, engaging a punt, fish about Maidenhead, Medmen- 
ham, &o., and make himself acquainted with the art of 
fishing. He could speak of the sport as being a most 
delightful recreation, for it led one to spend many 
hours in the open air by the riverside, which was a 
grand thing for Londoners. The Major then referred to 
the position of the club, and afterwards, on behalf 
of the members, and amid loud cheers, presented 
Mr. W. F. Grimmett, the chairman, with a gold 
pendant for a watch chain. Mr. Grimmett, in receiv¬ 
ing the pendant, said the presentation had taken 
him completely by surprise, and, on thanking the 
members for their handsome gift, said he should 
always do his utmost in the interest of the society. 
“ The Prize Donors and Visitors ” followed, Mr. Biker 
responding. Mr. J. C. Wheeldon, in an interesting 
speech, then proposed “The Preservation Societies,” 
which was acknowledged by Mr. W. H. Brougham, who 
was heartily received. He concluded by giving “ The 
Officers,” which was responded to by the chairman and 
secretary of the society respectively, the latter giving a 
very satisfactory account of the condition of the club. 
The other toasts were “ The Press,” " The Hostess and 
'Treasurer” (Mrs. Wheeldon), and “The Chairman and 
Vice-Chairman.” During the evening prizes to the 
value of £60 were promised for the ensuing season, 
Major Isaacs giving £5 5s., and Mr. W. F. Grimmett 
£5 53. Tnere was a capital programme of music, in 
which Messrs. W. Judge (pianist), A. G Pearce,Clifton 
Wood, A. W. Shonfeld, J. Akers, G. W. Swayne, and 
N wton rendered excellent service, and the proceedings, 
which had been most enjoyable and successful through¬ 
out. fittingly concluded with “ Auld Lang Syne.” 
Norlands. 22, Norland-road North, Notting Hill, W. 
—The first annual meeting of this club took piace on 
Saturday evening last. Two new members were elected, 
making our total up to twenty, eighteen of which hold 
privilege tickets. The balance-sheet was read and 
adopted, certain rules were altered, and the committee 
were elected for the forthcoming season. Members 
please note that we meet the second and fourth Satur¬ 
days in each mouth, instead of the last Saturday, as 
heretofore.—W. C. Dawson, hon. sec. 
North. London Angling' Club, Tap House, 
Holloway-road.—On Wednesda y evening, the 7th inst.. 
