Compiled by Cameron McCullough
THE first general meeting of the new Ranelagh Club at Frankston (Mornington Road) was held last week in the lounge at Scott’s. Hotel, Melbourne, for the purpose of directing the incorporation of the club under the provisions of the Companies Acts.
As indicative of the intended spirit of this club, afternoon tea was served at the same time as the business of the meetings was being conducted.
Brigadier-General Blamey was in the chair. It was decided that at the present stage no appointment would be made to the offices of patron, president or vice-presidents, but that such be left in the hands of the committee.
The following were elected to be the first committee: G. S. Anderson, Dr. W. L. Armstrong, S. B. Bagley, E. L. G. Creswell, A. C. Dredge, W. J. Foster, Dr. B. Foster, R. G. Menzies, Dr. N. Morris, J. W. McComas, P. M. Newton, P. W. Powell, P. Sandral, J. E. Taylor and K. Tolhurst; hon. secretary, W. McC, Howitt; hon. treas., W. J. Daish.
It was explained that the golf links are complete except for the bunkering, and it is expected to be playable before the end of the year; that 13 grass tennis courts are under construction, and nearing completion, and that the guest house may be expected to be in commission for the coming season.
Some riding hacks and about a dozen ponies had already been sent to the club. The State Rivers and Water Supply Commission was at present engaged in laying a water main into Rannoch Avenue.
Several houses were in course of construction, and many members had signified their intention of commencing building within the next month or so. It was announced that over 200 members have been already enrolled.
AT the invitation of Mr. and Mrs W. S. McCarthy, of the Bay View Hotel, the Frankston Football Club was entertained at a dinner on Tuesday evening last.
A good number of the members of the club accepted the invitation, and had a most enjoyable time.
The dinner was beautifully laid out, and served in the hostess’s best style, the colors of the club being prominent.
The guests were given a musical treat by tunes from the gramophone, while enjoying the good things provided at the supper table.
After the guests had satisfied the wants of the inner-man, a number of toasts were proposed and enthusiastically responded to, including the “President of the Club” (Cr. McCulloch); “Secretary” (Mr. J. Broomhead); “Treasurer” (Mr. C. Willox); “The Association,” “Kindred Clubs,” “Host and Hostess,” “The Waitresses,” and “The Press.”
During the evening a gold medal was presented to Max Croft, one of the young players of the season, who had shown marked improvement in his play as the season advanced.
Mr. Broomhead, the secretary of the club, announced that the promise given to the players earlier in the year of giving them a trip at the end of the season, had not been overlooked, and it only remained for them to decide the locality where they would like to go.
It was eventually carried that a trip round the peninsula would prove the most enjoyable. It was therefore decided to carry out the wishes of the majority, the date to be fixed later on.
Auld Lang Syne was then sung in good old-fashioned style, and the company dispersed, after having one of the most enjoyable evenings on record.
Flinders Federal Electorate – The Prime Minister’s Tour
Early in September the Prime Minister (the Rt. Hon. S. M. Bruce, P.C.) will visit a number of important centres in his own electorate, paying special attention to the districts of Koo-wee-rup and Wonthaggi.
On Monday, 7th September, Mr. Bruce will motor from Frankston to Koo-wee-rup, spending some little time on route at Pearcedale, where he will meet the local residents.
Early in the afternoon he will address a public meeting at this great industrial centre.
Next day the Prime Minister will spend some hours meeting the electors in and around the town. In the afternoon he proceeds to Glen Alvie, and subsequently to Loch, where he will address a public meeting and spend the night.
On Wednesday, 9th September, the Prime Minister will return to Melbourne.
The public meetings at Koo-wee-rup, Wonthaggi, Glen Alvie, and Loch have been so arranged as to enable the largest possible number of electors, not only to hear the Prime Minister, but to become personally acquainted with their distinguished member in the House of Representatives.
Death Of Mr Sam Pearce
By the death of Mr. Sam Pearce there passed away a very brilliant young horticulturist. Well versed in every branch of his calling, his opinions were always listened to with interest and respect.
He was a very reliable guide on market values, and an expert judge of quality, a keen buyer and a conscientious salesman to his clients. Having maintained a connection between producer and consumer for many years, his place will be hard to fill.
He passed away at the early age of 36 years, and to him may well be applied the old Grecian proverb: “They whom the gods love die young.”
Some years ago he married a daughter of that fine old Yeoman, Mr. William Hatch. He leaves a widow and two young girls about the school age.
SOMERVILLE
The Somerville Dramatic Club gave another of their world-famous three act farces on Tuesday night, when, before a crowded house, “Her Gloves” was staged.
As usual the ability of numerous artists was of a high quality.
The performance of Mr. Frank Maslen being extremely creditable.
The new additions to the Dramatic Club’s ranks made very creditable first appearances.
The attendance was estimated at between 200 and 250, and all appeared satisfied and pleased with the performance. The whole staging reflects great credit on the stage manager and secretary, Mr. J. Nairn.
A short dance until midnight was held, and greatly enjoyed by the young people.
Personal
The numerous friends of Mr. Jas. Grice, of “Moondah,” Frankston, will regret to learn that for the last ten days he has been seriously ill. He is an inmate of a private hospital in Melbourne.
Frankston Football Club has always been supported by a very strong ladies’ committee.
Perhaps the club among its many fair enthusiasts possesses no more consistent worker than Mrs. Flo Benson.
At the annual ball on Friday night last Mrs. Benson gave valuable assistance.
Owing to an oversight her name was omitted from the list of ladies named as contributing to the success of the evening.
Mr. Peter Patroni, late proprietor of the Pier Hotel, Frankston, left Australia some months ago on a world tour.
He writes to the editor of “The Standard” from Rome, stating that having travelled all over Italy, he now intends visiting Switzerland, France and England.
He hopes soon to return to Australia, and wishes to be kindly remembered to all his Frankston friends.
From the pages of the Frankston and Somerville Standard, 28 August 1925