Playing Engagements are Planned

The band makes plans to play at events in locations from Otterburn to Pelton Fell.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning June 8th 1930. Mr Crawford Senior presided and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Tait, Cochrane, Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The Secretary was instructed to book Mr Wilf Weedy of Morpeth for the programme season. He was instructed to write to a Mr J Wilson of Eden Terrace in respect of monies he owes to the band. The Correspondence was accepted as satisfactory. The Sunday evening programme in Ellington Dene on June 8th realised the sum of £1-3-1

The Treasurer’s report is as follows, May 25th uniform 1/6, Contributions 3d. June 1st Contributions NIL. Uniform 1/-.

This concluded the meeting.

 Committee Meeting held Saturday, June 21st

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present. Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Simpson, Cochrane, Shears and Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary was instructed to tender for the following, Stamfordham at £10. Otterburn at £10 and Pelton Fell at £10. The Secretary was instructed to write the Steward of Tynemouth Social Club a letter of thanks for returning a P.O. valued at 2/6 lost by our drummer while there on June 8. The Secretary was instructed to verify the tender for Wark Show namely £10-. He was also instructed to book Mr Scott’s bus for Sunday evening June 29th for programme at Hirst Park. The Secretary was advised to write for a date for Lynemouth Parish Hall Dec 28th if possible.

This ended the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday July 6th

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present. Messrs Tindall, Simpson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior & Clyde. The minutes of the previous was read and accepted. To write Mr Kemp with reference to Lynemouth Children’s Gala. The Sec was instructed to pay Messrs Boosey & Co. The committee decided to that Mr S. Hall appear before Board to explain his conduct towards Band. Sec to ask Bandsmen for terms for Picnic. It was agreed to pay R. Routledge 7/6 for playing at Morpeth.

Committee meeting held Sunday July 27th 1930

Mr Shears Presided and the following members were present, Messers Simpson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Cochrane, Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Bell and Son Carriers with reference to euphonium. Mr Tindall gave off a report relative to meeting of Ashington Hospital Carnival Committee. Nothing definite settled until a further meeting. The committee decided that the band attend Ellington School Children’s Sports to be held on Saturday Aug 2nd.

Plans for Durham Miners’ Gala

The committee debate which banners they might march into Durham and how much they would charge.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning April 13th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present Messrs Crawford Senior, Simpson, Tindall & Clyde. The Minutes of the previous were read and accepted as a true copy. The Correspondence was taken as read. The Deputations report was given off in connection with interview of Church people namely Messrs Foster and Ellison, relative to the running of Baldwin Pantomime on April 23rd 1930 at 3pm & 7.30 p.m. There was no Treasurer’s report due to his absence. This concluded the meeting.

 Committee Meeting held Sunday morning April 27th 1930.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messers Simpson, Tindall, Crawford Senior, Cochrane and Clyde. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary was instructed to tender for Elsdon Pic Nic at £7.10. The Secretary was also instructed to book Hirst Park for May 18th and June 29th. The Treasurer gave off his report as follows: April 6th Contributions 1/6. Uniforms 3/- 13th April, Contributions 9d. Uniform 2/-. April 20th Cont. nil. Uniform Nil. The Secretary was instructed to write and cancel proposed dance on May 17th in Lynemouth Parish Hall. This Concluded the Meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday May 11th 1930. Mr Crawford Senior Presided and the following members were present Messers Tait, Tindall, Crawford Junior, Simpson, Cochrane & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. The Secretary gave his version of the Federation’s reply to our request re deputation on May 4th 1930 on the question of proposed Levy for Band. The Treasurer’s report is as follows April 27th 11/- contrib. 4/6 uniform. May 4th Contrib. Nil. Uniform. Nil. The Secretary’s action was endorsed with reference to playing of programme at Ellington Village, provisionally fixed for Sunday evening July 6th. With reference to playing of programme at Hirst Park on May 18th 1930. The Secretary was instructed to ‘Book’ Mr Scott’s buss. Bandsmen were instructed to be in readiness to leave Lynemouth at 6.45 p.m. they agreed to pay their own buss fare on this occasion. Mr J Baker appeared before “Committee” on Monday evening May 12th and was readmitted to band subject to him conforming to rules, he promised to remain with the Band. The Secretary was instructed to tender for Washington Colliery Banner on July 26th at the sum of £17-. This concluded the meeting.  

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning May 25th 1930. Mr Crawford Senior Presided and the following members were present, Messers Crawford Junior, Simpson, Tindall and Clyde. The Minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as satisfactory. The Secretary was instructed to tender for Hylton Miners’ Lodge at £12-10 for July 26th also Kimblesworth Miners’ Lodge at £10-. He was also instructed to tender for Pelton Co Durham at £10-. The arrangement for Buss for June 14th from Lynemouth to North Shields was left in the hands of the Secretary. The Committee decided that the Band play a programme in Ellington Dene on June 8th Whit Sunday (weather permitting). The Secretary was advised to write to a Mr Crawford of New Hartley with a view to asking him to play with our band at Morpeth on July 19th. The Treasurer’s report is as follows: May 11th Con. 3/9, uniform 2/6. May 18th, nil.

This concluded the meeting.

Conductor News

A deputy conductor is appointed, and the existing conductor is instructed to be stricter.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning March 16th 1930

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford, Tindall, Simpson, Shears & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Correspondance was taken as read.

The Secretary was instructed to tender for Belford Show at £10. Also explain last year’s financial difficulties. The committee decided that Mr Medlin’s application for membership of Band, to come under rule, as per printed Honorary Members Card. The alternative being a full member. The Secretary was instructed to book Lynemouth Parish Hall for May 17th, 1930.  The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Docherty, Federation Secretary, with a view to arranging appointment to interview him as regards Federation Levy. The chairman, Secretary & Mr Shears were deputed to act as deputation for same. The Children’s Sports Secretary, Mr Sawtill gives due notice that the Band’s services would be welcomed on July 5th, 1930. The committee decided that Mr T Cowton can, if he wishes, act as Deputy Conductor until such times as there may be a vacancy. The Treasurer’s report was omitted again due to his absence. This concluded the meeting.

 Committee Meeting held Sunday morning, March 30th, 1930.

Mr R Tait presided and the following members were present, Messrs Tindall, Simpson, Shears, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. Mr J Tindall gave a brief report on his visit to Amble, in connection with the proposed booking of Pantomime Party, the object in view being to augment the Band Funds by running a two night show in the Lynemouth Parish Hall, subject to dates being confirmed. The Treasurer reported the sum of … for week ending March 23. Contributions 3d & 2/6 in from Week ending March 16th. 1/6 and 6d contributions. Anything but satisfactory. The Committee decided that the Secretary’s cornet be sent to Messrs Boosey for Repairs. The committee agreed to give Mr T Scott the sum of 1/- for repairs to Instrument. Mr Tindall was granted the sum of 2/-in connection with his visit to Amble. The committee Interviewed the Conductor as regards the discipline of the band. He was instructed to be more strict in future. This concluded the meeting.

£3 Raised on Christmas Day

Busking on Christmas Day was successful, but the money raised at the whist drive was unsatisfactory.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Jan 5th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Cochrane, Simpson Tait & the sec. The minutes of the previous meeting were read & accepted as true copy.

The treasurer reported that the Band parade on Xmas day realised the sum of £3-00. The financial result of the whist drive was very unsatisfactory. The question of members’ contributions again came up for discussion. Mr R Tait made it very plain in the Band room that unless members keep their contributions good, there was just that possibility of Lynemouth & Ellington Band being no more. The treasurer’s report was accepted as satisfactory.

The secretary was instructed to write Mr F Johnson re his contributions to Band, also uniform Fund. Mr Geo Coates appeared before the committee with a view to becoming a playing member of the band, he was accepted, subject to his confirming the rules i.e. 9d per week.

This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Jan 19th 1930. Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Tindall, Simpson, Cochrane and the secretary. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as a true copy. The committee decided that Mrs C.W. Foster, Ryhope, be paid the sum of 2/6 equivalent to prize, the same to apply in the case of Mrs L Stubbs of South Shields. 2/-.

The treasurer reported the sum of 1/6 for uniforms and 1/3 for contribution for weekend Dec 22nd 1929 and Jan 5th 1930. A very unsatisfactory return.

The committee decided that the sum of £10 be paid into Bank also that we pay Margaret Bowers the sum of £1 as part payment for hire of Buss. It was also agreed that we send the sum of £2 to Mr A Wood being part loan from him.

The Committee decided that we put a tender in for Cambo Exhibition, to be held Saturday Aug 16th 1930. The tender to be £12 – 10. The Secretary was instructed to pay £10 to Bank.  This closed the meeting. 

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning Feb 2nd 1930.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present Messrs Crawford, Cochrane & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The Treasurer reported the sum of 1/6 contributions and 2/- uniforms for week ending Jan 18th and for week ending Jan 26th 3/- for uniforms and 9d for contributions. A letter of acknowledgement was read in connection with Band’s Tender for Cambo Exhibition, very much appreciated.

The secretary was instructed to write Secretary of Colliery Institute Ellington for vacant dates in March, with a view to running a Whist Drive and dance. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Feb 16th, 1930. Mr R Tait presided and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Shears, Simpson & Clyde.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted as a true copy. The correspondence was taken as read. It was decided that Mrs Young of East Moor Farm be granted the sum of 2/6, equivalent to prize. Mr Shears undertook the job of interviewing Mr Macdonald with regard to same. Mr Tait and Mr Shears volunteered to interview Mr Johnson and Son relative to Band property. The Treasurer’s report omitted due to his non-appearance. This concluded the meeting.

Plans for December

Performances and social events are planned.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Nov 24th, 1929. Mr Tait presided, and the following members were present, Messrs Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Thos Cochrane, Tait, Simpson & the secretary.

The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as a true copy. The secretary was instructed to see Mr W Tait re his membership of the Band. The committee decided that the secretary write Mr Godsmark to see if there is any possibility of getting him into the band.

Mr Medlin’s resignation was read in committee, after debate on same, he be asked to turn over all band property.

The secretary was instructed to write Schools at Lynemouth for terms for Whist Drive and Dance.

The treasurer’s report was accepted as satisfactory.

The committee decided that the Band parade at Lynemouth, weather permitting, on Saturday Nov 30th in the afternoon at 1-30 P.M. to canvass locality object being sale of tickets in connection with our Xmas Draw. It was decided that we pay deposit to C.W.S. towards uniforms. It was agreed that the meeting close.

Special Committee Meeting held Thursday Evening Nov 28th 1929.

Mr R Tait presided and the following members were present, Messers Tindall, Simpson, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Cochrane & Clyde.

Business – to consider a letter from Secretary of Ellington Colliery Institute re application to Book Institute Hall for Whist Drive & Dance. The committee decided that there be 25 bill posters be printed in connection with same. It was agreed that we approach Messers J Mawson & W Straughan to act as M.C.s for Whist & Dance. The Secretary was instructed to procure a Dance Band for this date, limited to £1-1 plus bus fare. It was decided that the Committee in general look after door keeping etc. Mr R Tait took on the responsibilities of catering. Whist prizes to be left over to ordinary meeting. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Dec. 8th 1929.

Mr R Tait Presided and the following members were present, Messers Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Simpson,  Cochrane & the Secretary.

The minutes of the previous were read and accepted as a true copy. The minutes of the special meeting were also read and confirmed. The question of brake of band business was held over on account of Mr Tindall’s absence from Committee. The secretary was instructed to order 25 cards for the convenience of Honorary Members. A demand note for payment was read in committee from Margaret Bowers of Bedlington the question of payment was left over to the next meeting. The question of 1st prize for Whist (in connection with benefit for Band funds) was left over to next meeting. This concluded the meeting.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning Dec 22nd. Mr E Shears Presided and the following members were present, Messers Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tindall, Tait, Simpson & the sec. The minutes of the previous meeting were accepted as a true copy.

Mr Medlin’s application for return of money, part payment of uniform was refused. He appeared before the committee to explain his case, which, after discussion there was no progress.

The Committee decided that the band parade at Lynemouth on Xmas morning to play carols.

This concluded the meeting.

New Sheet Music

Sheet Music ‘Quaker Girl’ and books of marches are to be ordered.

Committee Meeting held Sunday morning 9.30 AM approx. Oct 27th 1929

Mr R Tait Presided, & the following members were present. Messers Tait, Tindall, Crawford (Senr), Crawford Jnr, & the secretary A Clyde. Also Mr J Medlin, Auditor.

Business – The minutes of previous meeting were accepted as true copy.

The committee decided that each member distribute Lottery tickets around Lynemouth with the idea of the Band going around to collect same in.

It was decided that we purchase books of marches, sample to hand from Mr J R Lafleur.

The Secretary was instructed to write Mr J Coates with regard to his non-appearance at practices.

The Secretary was also instructed to write Mr Kemp again with a view to running a Wed evening dance in the Lynemouth Welfare Hall on 50-50 terms.

It was moved that the meeting close.

Committee Held Sunday morning Nov 10th 1929 Welfare Hut, Lynemouth

Mr Shears presided & the following members were present: Messrs Cochrane, Crawford Senior, Crawford Junior, Tait, Simpson & Clyde, Sec.

The secretary was instructed to write Mr J Coates again. The committee decided that Mr Godsmark be notified to hand all band property in. The treasurer’s report was accepted as satisfactory. His application for buss fare to Ashington was granted.

The question of Mr W Tait’s non-appearance at practice was left over to next meeting.

The Secretary was instructed to write Mr Graham with a view to booking Colliery Institute for Whist Drive and dance between Xmas and New Year provided we can get a suitable date.

It was decided that we order odd copies of ‘Quaker Girl’ selection.

The secretary to see Mr Medlin re his resignation from the band.

It was agreed that the meeting close.

AGM 1929

The meeting is held in the Welfare Hut.

Yearly Meeting Oct 6th Welfare Hut

M McPhearson in the chair. The minutes of the previous year were read and conformed. Auditors report was given by Mr Jos Cooper and was deemed satisfactory. Carried Moved by J Tindall Sec by J Medlin.

Election of Officers

Chairman                Mr E Shears

Secretary                Mr Alex Clyde, Linton

Treasurer                Mr Wilfred Cochrane

Committee              Mr Tait, R Simpson, Wm Crawford Jnr, Thos Crawford, Wm Crawford Snr, J W Tindall

Librarian                 Mr Wm Crawford Snr

Collectors               Re-election Shears, Simpson, Crawford, Cooper

Auditors                  Stanley Hall & Jos Medlin

New business, letters were read from Mr Ridley Warham regarding the failure of the Band trustees not complying with the contract with the Ashington Coal Co regarding the payment of Instruments, after discussion it was resolved that we try and strengthen the means of contribution, the whole business arising out of an application to Welfare funds for support. A speech was given by Mr J Balsden in which he urged every member to work and try to make the Band self-supporting, a vote of thanks was given to retiring officials by Mr Jos Cooper.

Committee Meeting held Sunday Morning Oct 13th 1929

Mr E Shears Presided and the following members were present, Messers W Crawford Snr, W Crawford Jnr, Tait, Tindall, Simpson & the secretary together with the Auditors Messers Hall, Medlin.

Business

The minutes of the previous General meeting were accepted as a true copy. The secretary was given permission to Order a Letter Copy Book & Foolscap.

The secretary was instructed to write Mr Kemp for terms and conditions with a view to obtaining permission to run a Wed evening dance in Welfare Hall. The committee decided that the band parade at Linton on Saturday Oct 19th in the afternoon to push forward the sale of Lottery Draw in aid of Band Funds.

The secretary was instructed to write Bandsman living at Ashington to join up or hand band property in.

A question of changing practice nights was discussed in committee, decided that they remain as they are.

The committee decided that band members MUST pay their contributions up to date, failing a satisfactory explanation, other measures would be adopted.

It was agreed that committee meet Fortnightly on Sunday mornings

Moved, Sec & agreed the meeting closed.

A Football Lottery is Proposed

More fundraising suggestions are given, including a football lottery.

General Meeting Held July 26th

Minutes of previous meeting were read and adopted. Discussion followed in regard to Committee men working in the interest of the Band. A resolution was moved by Mr Medlin, Sec by Wm Crawford Jnr that Collectors go with Band on Programmes Engagements only and to have same privileges as Band Men.

Band Business Moved by Jos Medlin sec by Thos Crawford that all Band Business be confined to Band only.

Conduct of Members That during all engagements playing members be under the control of the Conductor.

Moved by E Shears sec by Thos Crawford that Mr Johnstone be brought before the Committee for Misbehaviours at the Pic.Nic.

Committee Meeting Aug 4th

Minutes of last meeting were read and conformed the object of the meeting was to consider ways and means of raising money for Band Funds.

It was proposed to have a Football Lottery and members pay 6d weekly. A proposal was also put forward by Wm Crawford Jnr that we have a trip and the results of the trip go to Band Funds and that Messers J Tindall, Wm Crawford Jnr, Wm Tait draw up rules to govern lottery.

Xmas Draw Management Committee. J Tindall, Wm Crawford Jnr, Robt Simpson, A Clyde, E Shears Chairman, Motion Carried.

An application was made by Stanley Hall to use his cornet at private dances and was carried providing it did not interfere with Practices or Engagements.

Band rules were read and considered and it was agreed to reprint and distribute to Band Members.

New Uniforms

The purchase of new uniforms is planned.

Meeting Jan 7th 1929 

To consider the question of uniforms. After discussion it was decided to form a fund for the same and that playing members pay 6d weekly towards getting uniforms for the coming season.  Moved by Thos Crawford, sec by Wm Crawford.

Meeting Held March 8/29

A complaint was made by Mr A Clyde about having to wait out side on practice nights owing to the doors not having been open at the proper time. Moved by E Shears, Sec by J Tindall that it be mentioned to the Librarian.

Question of Contributions

Moved by A Clyde, Sec by Wm Crawford that it be brought to the notice of members the necessity of keeping up their contributions and paying all arrears, and that we hold a special general meeting to discuss the same.

Meeting Held Mar 13 1929

With regard to the Hospital Carnival, it was moved by Mr McPhearson, Sec by Wm Crawford that Mr A Clyde and Geo Bell represent the Band at the meeting of the Carnival Committee.

On Motion moved by Wm Crawford sec by R Simpson the following men were added to the Band Committee, Mr Richard Lathlane, John Nicholson, Mr McLawerance.

Moved by A Clyde sec by E Shears that the meetings by held monthly.

Decided that the Band play Linton, Good Friday morning and Cresswell Easter Monday

                    Ernest Shears

                              Acting Chairman

Special Meeting

The important issue of buying a trombone water key needs an extra meeting of eight committee members in the Colliery Institute.

Meeting Held Aug 19 in Institute 

8 present to consider the question of buying a trombone water key for W Pitchford. It was unanimously decided that we do so.

It was also agreed that we hold our annual meeting in the Institute at 9.30 AM Sunday Aug 26.

Yearly Meeting Held Sept 2nd 1928 

Meeting convened 6 PM Mr Geo Thistle taking the chair in the absence of Mr McPhearson.

Minutes of last meeting were read and accepted as satisfactory by the committee. Financial Statement was afterwards given, and report of auditors, after discussion it was moved by Mr R Simpson & Seconded by Mr E Shears that the report be accepted as satisfactory.

Moved by Mr Geo Thistle Sec by Robt Simpson that contributions be paid up every month and that playing members be notified every month.

Lottery. Moved by Geo Thistle sec by Mr Joe Cooper that it be left in the hands of the officials and printing be left in the hands of Mr J Tindall.

Election of officials and committee were elected en bloc

Honorary President           Mr A E Holliday

Chairman                          Mr John McPhearson

Secretary                          Mr Robt Tait

Treasurer                          Mr Robt Simpson

Messrs Morton & A Clyde were elected to committee.

Choir Festival

The band is to play at a choir festival

Meeting Feb 12 

Moved by Mr J Rice Sec by Wm Crawford that the brothers Goulden become members of the Band.

Meeting Mar 31st

Choir Festival. To play at Festival after discussion Wm Crawford moved J Rice Sec that we play for £3 & refreshments and 50/50 at dance. Carried.

Moved by Mr Rice, Sec by E Shears that the Secretary go and interview Secretary of Sports Committee and get particulars and requirements within a radius of 30 miles.

Meeting June 28 

Reading of Correspondence from Miners’ Federation and Children’s Gala Committee, it was moved by E Shears sec by J Rice that we appoint deputation to meet Federation officials with a view to paying expenses for travelling to Morpeth.

Next business was the question of Mr Huddleston not turning up at practice, it was moved by Rice, sec by Wm Crawford that the instrument be called in at once.

After reading a letter from Children’s Gala committee it was moved by Mr Clyde sec by Mr Rice that we attend and play.

Raffle

The quilt is ready to be raffled

Meeting Held Nov 19

With 6 members present it was discussed about the raffling of Quilt and it was moved by J Tindall Sec by Geo Thistle that the Band go out and sell tickets.

The Question of Xmas lottery was left over till a later date.

Questions were brought up with regard to the Levey, and it was decided that the List be canvassed.

In reference to intimation from Mr Halliday about the Band joining up with the St Johns Ambulance the following were appointed to interview Mr Halliday on the matter, Mr McPhearson, Tait, Mr Geo Bell. 

Welfare Hut, Moved by Mr Moody & Thistle that we write Kemp, and solicit numbers of Badges; of playing members.

Old People’s Treat

It is agreed to raise funds for the Old People’s Treat .

Meeting held Aug 13th        8 members present

Minutes of previous meeting were read, the conformation was moved by Mr Tilley Sec R Simpson. Carried.

An application was made for the Band to play round the Streets in aid of the Old People’s Treat. It was moved by Mr Thos Morton sec by Mr Tilley that we go on the understanding that we have a representative on that Committee. On the motion of Mr Tilley, sec by R Simpson that G Tindall be appointed.

In regard to the Levey it was decided after discussion that the Secretary draw up lists and appoint someone to see the men, to have the Levey increased.

In respect to Band Trip to Rothbury it was decided to play Afternoon and Evening, and Bus paid from the collection, any deficiency to be made up by the members.

There was a Sub Committee appointed to solicit prizes for the Xmas Lottery, the following Mr Tilley, Moody, Tindall, Simpson, Cooper, Crawford & Shears.

The Chairman Mr J McPhearson brought up the question of the Band playing at Funerals, after discussion it was moved by Mr J Tindall sec by J Tindall that we charge £5 in the event of any Society needing our services, and in cases of distress the sum of £2.10 be given to the widow, subject to the discretion of the Band Committee.  Carried

Correspondence was read from Rev Moor relative to Armistice Day Nov 13 which was left till next meeting.

Mr John McPhearson was appointed the Band representative on the Flower Show Committee.

Meeting held Sept 20

                              Rice Dance owing a dance being held in Ellington Institute it was decided to cancel the Hall on the motion of Mr Shears & R Simpson.

In reply to a question about the fee for playing at Miners’ Gala it was moved by Mr Shears sec by R Simpson that we write about it to the Secretary of the Federation.

Discussion arose with regard to admission to the dance in the new institute, moved by Mr Shears sec by Wm Crawford that all playing members pay with regard to Armistice Sunday. It was agreed that we await further developments before the Band be allowed to play.

John Mc Pherson

AGM, 1927

The 1927 AGM is called, with new names added to the committee.

2nd Yearly Meeting held July 7th 1927

The minutes of previous meeting were read and conformed. Moved by Mr E Shears, seconded by Mr Fred Johnson and Carried.

The financial Statement of the Band was given by the Secretary, it was moved by Mr Geo Thistle, seconded by Mr J Tindall and was carried as Satisfactory.

Election of Officials

President                Mr A E Holliday

Chairman                ʺ   J McPhearson

Secretary                ʺ   Robt Tait

Treasurer                ʺ   Robt Simpson

Auditors                  Messrs Thistle & Cooper

Librarians                Messrs Wm Crawford & Son

Collectors               Messrs R Simpson, J Cooper, E Shears

Conductor               Mr Geo Bell

Moved by Wm Crawford Jnr, Sec by Mr Thistle that we get a book for the Librarian to register Music Lent out.

Moved by Wm Crawford that the Secretary & Treasurer retain £1 working expenses, all other money to be banked.

Geo Thistle

Conductor Appointment

The post of conductor is up for discussion, with terms and conditions laid down by Mr Bell.

Meeting Held June 21st

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and conformed.

Correspondence. A letter was read from the secretary of the miners’ federation, asking the Band to play at the Miners Pic. Nic. at Morpeth, it was decided that that we should go for the sum of £20, it was also agreed that the Secretary & Chairman see about Buses.

After discussion about refreshments and pay for playing members, it was left over till next meeting.

A letter was also read from Mr Geo Bell who had been on a month’s trial for position of Conductor, after consideration by the Committee it was moved by J Rice, Sec by J Tindall that he be accepted for an indefinite on conditions and terms as laid down by him as follows, My conditions are 6/- per week and travelling expenses, for at least 3 practises a week, unless the Committee should make other arrangements regarding the same. To be under the same conditions as the band men at programmes & Engagements, to be responsible to the committee for all matters regarding musical matters and to have full disciplinary powers whilst the band is met for any purpose whatever, and that all correspondence and interviews between the Committee and myself be kept strictly confidential.

Moved by J Tindall Sec by E Shears that John Rice be appointed deputy conductor and receive same pay as Conductor, the same to be deducted from conductor’s wages.

The band’s first bank account is opened

Committee members have to go all the way to Dean Street, Newcastle, to open an account at the Midland Bank.

Trustees Meeting Held June 12

 To consider correspondence & Agreement as laid down by the A.C.Company governing the purpose of Instruments and to adopt the resolution as set forth by the Company, it was moved by Wm Crawford Sec by Mr Tilley that we adopt the resolution which reads as follows, Resolved that a Banking Account for the Lynemouth & Ellington Silver Band be opened with the Midland Bank Limited at their Dean Street Branch and that the bank be and is hereby empowered to honour Cheques, Orders, for Payment, Bills of Exchange and Promissory Notes drawn, signed, accepted or made on behalf of the said Lynemouth and Ellington Silver Band by Mr A E Halliday, Robt Tait, John McPhearson, John Tilley, William Crawford, Robt Simpson and to act on any instructions given by the persons so authorised with regard to any accounts or transactions of the said Lynemouth and Ellington Silver Band.

Further business was directed to the welfare of the Band in general and after discussion it was moved by Mr Balsden Sec by Mr Tindall that we write asking for Dates for Programmes at Hirst Park, Rothbury etc. The meeting ended, Mr McPhearson in the Chair.

Chairman, John McPherson

Entertainment Tax

Ticket prices for a fundraising concert have to be removed because of the 1916 entertainment tax law.

Meeting Held April 9

The report of the deputation to Mr Halliday was given and it was moved by J Rice Sec Crawford as satisfactory.

Concert. After discussion on Entertainment Tax it was moved by Mr Thistle, Sec Mr Tilley that we dispense with 9d tickets.

Garden Fete, Whit Monday. It was moved by Mr Crawford, Sec by Mr Tilley that we interview Mr Heron.

It was moved by Mr Thistle Sec by Mr Rice that Mr Ledgerwood be installed as conductor of Lynemouth Band and that the position of Chairman be rescinded.

It was moved by Mr Crawford, Sec by Mr Thistle that all new members joining the Band come before the committee.

It was moved by Mr Thistle, Sec by Mr Rice that we see Secretary of Club with a view to getting an extension of time with instruments pending developments at Colliery Office.

John McPhearson

Meeting held April

The minutes of previous meeting were read and conformed.

The report of the Deputation to Mr Holliday was given and was moved by Mr Crawford Sec by Mr Fred Johnson that it be accepted as satisfactory.

The following members of the Committee were elected as a deputation to meet Mr JJ Hall.

The question of Trustees was given and after discussion names were suggested as nominees for the same.

John McPherson

Meeting Held April 23

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and conformed.

The report of the Deputation was given by Mr McPhearson and after discussion it was moved by Mr J Rice Sec by J Tindall that the same deputation stand, to again meet the Club committee to purchase the Instruments and the limit be £210.

Mr R Green came before this committee and was admitted as a playing member of the Band.

Will Women Play in the Band?

Fundraising continues with the organisation of a dance and a Pie Supper. The first mention of a woman in connection with the band is at the beginning of 1927. She isn’t allowed to play, but she can stay at home and make a quilt to be raffled for band funds.

Meeting Held Dec 26

Mr Ledgerwood in the chair, minutes of previous meeting read and conformed.

 The meeting was thrown open to suggestions to improve the financial position of the Band with the result that Mr R Tindall moved and Mr Simpson Seconded that we canvass the place, and it was also moved by W Crawford Sec by Mr Rice that we ask for 1d and the committee agreed that the Secretary appoint canvassers to do the streets.

 It was also moved by Mr Thistle, Sec by Mr J Rice that we ask Mr Wilson to meet the Committee. Agreed that Dance Band be left in the hands of Secretary & Treasurer and that we see about the School Hall.

T Ledgerwood 

Meeting Held Feb 13 – 9 Present

 For the purpose of getting to know how the canvassing was proceeding, and to get it completed as soon as possible, and after discussion it was moved by Mr Thistle, Sec by Mr Simpson that it lie over for another fortnight till we get the Levey through.

 Pie Supper

          Moved by J Rice, Sec by Mr Crawford that we write to Mr Kemp for Information as to facilities for carrying out the same.

 Quilt

          It was moved by Mr Thistle, Sec by Mr Simpson, that we accept the services of Mrs G Morton to make a quilt in aid and that the Secretary forward £2.10 to complete the work.

Meeting Held March 10th

 The minutes of previous meeting read and conformed.

 The report on the Levey was satisfactory.

 Moved & Sec that Pie Supper Lie over till September.

 On the question of new instruments it was moved by J Rice Sec by J Tindall that the committee endorse the action of Sub Committee and give them power to act with a view to Purchase but to have the instruments on 1 months trial, and that the Secty and Chairman meet the Club Committee.

 Moved by G Thistle Sec by Tindall that we have put on concert bills the words In Aid of New Instrument Fund.

John Tindall

Meeting Held Mar 24

Minutes of previous meeting were read and conformed.

 Motion moved by J Tilly, Sec J Tindall that we interview Mr Halliday on question of finance and that the Deputation consist of Mr Thistle, McPhearson & Secretary

 Moved by Tindall Sec by Simpson that we form a Sub Committee to carry on with the concert. In respect of the Dance at Garden Fete on Whit Monday it was moved & Sec that we ask 50/50.

 In relation to dispute about Instruments it was decided that it be left over till both parties were present. Moved by Mr McPhearson, Sec Thistle.

 In respect to Stanley Hall and Allan Warlow being in other Bands it was decided to ask them to be members of our Band entirely, Hall being attached to North Seaton and Warlow to Widdrington.

John McPherson

Visit from Hawkes Instruments

A visit from a Hawkes Instruments representative opens the possibility of new instruments for the players, and a second-hand set would be loaned for six months, at a cost of £10.

Meeting Held Nov 23 

Mr McPhearson in the chair who introduced Mr Howard, agent from Hawkes & Sons who put forward the reliability of Hawkes Instruments, and promised to help us in any way possible, in the event of going in for a set, they would loan us a second-hand set for £10 for 6 months, all payments to go towards a new set. The agent was asked if he would send an instrument on approval which he said he would, when requested to do so, also he would furnish us with any printing matter free of charge if required.

T Ledgerwood

Chairman

Concerts and Whist Drives

Fund raising is stepped up with the organisation of concerts and whist drives.

Committee Meeting Held Sep 10

Business was to consider the acceptance of a set of Instruments from Comrades Band. After discussion of the same the following Resolution was moved by G Thistle Sec by R Simpson, that we form a Sub Committee with Power to Act in the Inspection of the Instruments and transact business in the purchase of the same. The following were elected, Messrs Tait, Wilson, Ledgerwood, Moody, Johnson, Tindall.

 There was also appointed a Sub working Committee for the organisation of Concerts, Whist Drives, Etc for the Band, all business to be referred to the General Committee. The following were elected, Messrs Ledgerwood, McPhearson, Tait, Lockyer, R Simpson, Shears, Crawford, Moody.

 Mr J Warlow & Son were put forward by Mr Shears and were accepted as playing members of the Band.

 There was a complaint from Mr Cooper not being notified of Band Meetings and it was moved by Mr Moody, Sec by Mr Thistle, that 3 notices be posted in the event of meetings being held. Carried.

 The question of a yearly Concert was brought forward by Mr Thistle and after discussion was left over till some future date. The meeting adjourned.

Meeting Held Oct 3

Minutes of the last meeting were read and conformed.

The question of Mr Warlow was brought forward and it was agreed that he be seen about his non appearance at Practices.

 It was moved by T Ledgerwood, Sec by Mr Green that we get the instrument from G Young.

 The question was referred to in relation to the instruments at the Comrades Club and was left in the hands of the Sub Committee to investigate.

 Agreed that we accept no responsibility in connection with Armistice Day.

 Agreed that we thank Throckley Secretary for music sent on to us.

 Moved by Mr Shears, Sec by T Morton that we write to St Hilda complimenting them on their success at Crystal Palace and ask for any old music they might have to help us on.

Meeting Held Oct

 Minutes of the last meeting were read and conformed.

 It was agreed that we see A Warlow about his non attendance at Practice.

 Moved by T Ledgerwood Sec by J Tindall that G Young be finished with the band.

 Agreed that the question of new Instruments lie over till future date.