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NOVEMBER 19, 1910. [/USHT] PROGRESS OF FLIGHT ABOUT THE COUNTRY. l^-Agdrcsses, temporary or Permanent follow in each case the names of the clubs, where communications of our readers can be addressed direct to the Secretary. We would ask Club Secretaries in future to see that the notes regarding their Clubs reach the Editor of FLIGHT, 44, St. Martin's Lane, London, W.C., by first post Tuesday at latest.) A Model Making Club at Peckham. MR. L. BROUGH, president of a model aero club at Peckham (81, Lyndhurst Road), informs us that the club is in need of new members. The entrance and subscription fees are both low, and a new workshop has lately been acquired. The club, which is now about five months old, is devoted to the study of aeronautical science, and the manufacture and flying of models and kites. A Model Aero Club for Reddltch. MR. F. DUGGINS, of 130, Beoley Road, Redditch, suggests that it might be possible to form a model aero club in the district, as there is not a club within a reasonable distance. Mr. Duggins would be pleased if those interested in this proposal would com municate with him. Arundel House School Ae.C. (15, ARLINGTON ROAD, SURBITON). ON Saturday, November 12th, a kite-flying contest for the members of the Junior Branch was held in Hampton Court Park, a special permit from the authorities having been obtained for the occasion. There were eight competitors, but owing to the light wind, several of these were unable to raise their kites to the required elevation. Mr. Wilfrid L. Evershed, late of the Aeronautical Institute, who has judged for the club on former occasions, again kindly officiated in that capacity. The tests imposed were angle of oord, stability, weight-lifting and altitude, and in view of the unfavourable circumstances, the results were decidedly satisfactory. The first prize was awarded to N. Whitechurch, whose "Scarf" kite obtained 31 points out of 32. This kite was the only one that remained aloft during the whole of the time. Ralph Griffiihs, the club's youngest member, took the second prize with 28 points, and it is worth noting that the line of his " Brookke " for some time attained an angle of 650. R. F. Mann and other members of the club committee rendered valuable service in keeping the ground clear of too enthusiastic spectators, whose presence would otherwise have been a considerable hindrance to the competitors. The thanks of the club are also due to E. Aukland, Esq., one of the hon. vice- presidents, who kindly provided prizes to the value of 15^. for this competition. Through the generosity of a local landowner, the club has recently acquired the exclusive use of a private "aerodrome," 400 yards by 300 yards, the ground being absolutely level and clear of trees. This is a great acquisition for the model-makers, and long flights are expected in the immediate future. Birmingham Aero Club (165, HAMPTON STREET). ANOTHER " Cross-water " Competition for models has been arranged for Tuesday, December 27th, at 11 a.m., at the Edgbaston Reservoir. Cash prize, £$ ; distance, 187 yards. Should weather prevent the competition taking place competitors will be notified and their entrance fees returned beforehand. No entries will be received on any account later than noon, December 12th. Also no inquiries will be replied to unless accom panied by a stamp. A gliding ground with a suitable hill having at last been found at Edgbaston, Mr. F. Hill and a party are constructing a glider after the pattern of a model of his own design, which possesses very remarkable powers of flight and stability. Mr. G. H. Wood and another party are also engaged on a glider. The hon. treasurer, Mr. R. Platts, has given to the club the materials for building a novel type of monoplane that will fly successfully when driven with a very low-powered engine. Those members most active in its construction will have the priority of using it when finished. Bristol and "West of England Ae.C. (STAR LIFE BLDGS. , BRISTOL) A LARGE number of members of the club have been rendering valuable assistance in connection with the flights with Bristol biplanes over Durdham Downs, and these demonstrations have given great impetus to aviation in the district. The glider which has been presented to the club by the British and Colonial Aeroplane Co., Ltd., is now complete, as well as the shed in which it will be kept. It is hoped that by the end of the month all arrangements will be made to enable members to commence gliding. The ground is situated near Keynsham, about two miles from the Brislington tramway terminus. A course of five lectures has been arranged to be given at the Merchant Venturers' Technical College, the first on " Modern Aeroplanes," by Mr. A. R. Lowe, to be given on Wednesday next, the 23rd inst. The ather four are as follows :—December 7th, " The Sustentation and Evolution of Flying Machines," by Mr. L. Blin Desbleds; January 18th, " Flying Machine Motors," by Prof. W. Morgan ; February 15th, " The Coming of the Aeroplane," by Mr. E. S. Bruce ; March 8th, " Vertical Flight and Reduced Horse-Power," by Mr. Joseph Clarkson. Members have the opportunity of attending these lectures without charge. The club room is open to members and their friends every night in the week, but Thursday has been set apart for the special club night. Conlsborough and District Model Ae. Soc (18, CHURCH ST.). AN aero library has now been started, and all books relating to aviation will be gladly received. Such books as " Artificial and Natural Flight" by Sir Hiram Maxim, members now have the advantage of reading free of charge. The library also includes all the monthly and weekly papers and magazines on aviation, including FLIGHT. Doncaster Model Aero Club. THIS club has now started on a very promising career, and is fully justifying the expectations of its founders. Among the members recently elected are three ladies. Four prizes have been offered, and there is every prospect of keen competition for them. East London Aero Club (37, TUNMARSH LANE, PLAISTOW, E.). THIS club has been successfully inaugurated with the object of advancing the science and spart of aviation in the district of East London. A series of lectures by eminent authorities upon the subject is being prepared for the coming session, and the acquisition of a work shop is being arranged for, where every facility will be accorded to members to construct models and gliders. The joining fees are moderate and prospective members should apply to Ernest Sissons, hon. secretary, at above address for fuller particulars. Kensington Aero Club (4, ANGOLA MEWS, N. KENSINGTON). A PRELIMINARY meeting of the Kensington Aero Club was held on the 2nd rnst. and was fairly well attended. Mr. P. L. Senecal, who presided, explained the difficulties of forming and keeping up an aero club. A full sized glider is being constructed by one of the members, who is also experimenting with a ste*rn plant for an aeroplane. It is proposed to investigate the subject of the helicopter and other advanced stages of aeronautics. The sub scription will be moderate and within the limits of the working man. Intending members should communicate with L. Le Senecal, 4, Angola Mews, N. Kensington. Kite and Model Aeroplane ASSOC(27,VICTORYRD.,WIMBLEDON) THE next meeting of this Association will be held on the 2&th inst., when a paper will be read by Mr. A. G. Thurston on the "Stability of Model Aeroplanes and Gliders." The paper by Major Baden-Powell on the •" Theory and Practice of Kites" has been fixed for December 12th. By permission of the Aeronautical Society these' meetings will be held at 53, Victoria Street, West minster. Paddington and Districts Aero Club (2, EDBROOKE ROAD, W.). THE attention of readers residing in London is called to the above club's propaganda for the coming winter, and the facilities the club offers to intending members. The workshops of the club are central in a district handy for all to reach. Lectures, illustrated by cinematograph films, by Mr. Handley Page .and Mr. G P. Deverall-Saul have been arranged to take place during the year. In the shops, members may work independently or together, or they may form one of the many topic classes now being arranged upon different subjects. Yorkshire Ae.C. (Model Section)(HOTEL METROPOLE, LBBDS), AN informal flying meeting was held on Saturday afternoon, 12th inst., at the Drill Hall, Carlton Hill. Of the dozen models which made their appearance, the majority appeared to suffer from " stage fright," the afternoon's flying being rather poor. Will members please note that the club has now at Carlton Hill a splendid model flying ground, nearly 500 yards long. It is within a tew minutes of the city. Competition flying will take place every Saturday afternoon from 2.30 p.m., weather permitting, and all members possessing flying models are invited to bring them along. All communications re this section to Sv W. Fitzgerald, hon. secretary. 953
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