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afterwards to study the subject further with a view to entering some branch of the new industry. It is proposed that Boy Scouts should receive instruction in Aerial Navigation in its relation to Scouting, as well as in the general principles of aeronautics, and it is hoped that by the method of instruction embodied in the scheme, the boys will be able to report, concisely and accurately, full informa tion concerning any air-craft flying over the country. MODEL CLUBS. Blackheath Aero Club (5, LIMESFORD ROAD, NUNHEAD,S.E.). THE Club has now secured a private flying ground con veniently situated near Lee Green tram terminus and during the past week a number of splendid fights have been made. Several members have also had to indulge in some tree- climbing, greatly to the amusement of the other members and spectators. A large variety of models have been in evidence lately, as one or two members are experimenting with original types of models and planes in an endeavour to prove their own pet theories. There will be a special meeting to-day, Saturday, at 3 p.m., at the " Kidbrooke Aerodrome," and impromptu competitions will be arranged on the ground. Afterwards members will be shown the new " Lee Aerodrome," where they will meet in future, except when otherwise advised. On each Thursday evening (until further notice) there will be demonstrations of illuminated model flying from 7.30 till 9 p.m. Further, particulars will be supplied on application to Mr. A. Rippon, Hon. Sec. at the above address. Bristol Model Flying. A MODEL aeroplane meeting will be held on the Downs (Sea Walls) to-day, Saturday, at 3 p.m. sharp. Will com petitors note to bring their machines with them instead of leaving them behind. For particulars address, R. V. Tivy, 3, Royal York Crescent, Clifton, Bristol. Conisburgh and District MoHel Aero Club. AT last Saturday's meeting a good field was got together for the model flying, and although the afternoon was marked by an extraordinary number of smashes, which occurred owing to the strong wind, some sound work was got out of the machines. The result of the club contest was: (1) F. J. Wright, 630 ft., 37 sees., (2) J. E. Dickinson, 270 ft., 20 sees., G. N. Wilton, T. S. Wallis, S. Forster and C. C. Allport also taking part in the competition. Leeds «l del Aeroplane Club (5A, HOLLAND ST., HUNSLETRD.). ON Saturday last a meet was held on Woodhouse Moor, when some very good flights were witnessed. Enquiries respecting the Club are invited from residents of Leeds and district, as surely there are more than 20 in all Leeds interested in' this fine pastime. Will F. Hoggett who published particulars of his 1 oz. Conisburgh and District Aeroplane Society Meeting on Saturday last.—Some of the competitors. The winner, F. G. Wright, is the second, with a model, from the right, and J. E. Dickenson, who got second place, is standing highest at back. model in FLIGHT a fortnight ago, kindly communicate with the Hon. Sec, at the above address, Liverpool Model Aero Club (39, BROOK ROAD, BOOTLE). AT the meeting on Saturday last, W. S. Ledward took first place with a flght of 21 seconds duration, A. G. Pugh, second, with 12 seconds. The people about here are becoming quite intelligently interested, actually ceasing to watch their beloved football, and new members are coming in. Still others are wanted, and the Secretary asks those interested to attend the General Meeting which will be held at the above address on the 20th inst. There will be a committee meeting on the 17th. To-day, Saturday, an unofficial flying meeting will be held on the Waterloo shore at 3 o clock. Manchester Model AeC. (40, BIGNOR STREET, CHEETHAM). EXCELLENT flights were again the order of the day on Saturday at the Trafford Park Aerodrome when the Model Club held a meeting there. The record flight for the afternoon was 1,104 feet, but there were numerous flights ranging between 600 and 1,000 feet. One model flew for 42 sees, and at one time was entirely lost to sight. Another caused excitement by skimming above the heads of the spectators. Another meeting will be held to-day, Saturday, at 2.30 p.m.- at the same place. Mancunians and others interested in models would be made verv welcome by the officials of the Club. Scottish Aeionautical SocMv Model Aero Club- BRILLIANT weather attended the meeting of the flying members last Saturday at Barrhead Aerodrome. Mr. Jas. Balden started well right from the beginning, his first flight being 43 seconds, which he rapidly improved upon during the afternoon. Mr. J. S. Gordon, however, had the best flight of the day, the duration being 5 3 seconds, which is an advance of 13 seconds on the old Scottish record held by Mr. Gordon. Afterwards some excellent flying was done for the benefit of a cinematograph operator, who had a lively time of it endeavouring to focus his machine properly at the elusive models. The day's work showed a great improvement in model flying, the average flights of the leaders being between 40 and 50 seconds. A meeting of hydro-aeroplanes will be held at the Boating Loch, Great Western Road, Glasgow, to-day (Saturday) at 3.30 p.m. prompt. A full attendance of members is requested. Glasgow readers of FLIGHT who are not members are cordially invited to attend. Sheffield Model Aero Club (35, PENRHYN ROAD). A GENERAL meeting will be held at the Wentworth Cafe, Pinstone Street, opposite St. Paul's Church, on Wed nesday, October 18th, at 8 o'clock. All members and model enthusiasts should endeavour to be present at this meeting as some very interesting items will be made known. Mr. T. Pashley was the winner of last month's competition with a flight of 250 yards. A Sheffield Model Meeting. A MODEL flying competition is to be held under the supervision of Mr. W. R. Blake to-day, Saturday, weather permitting at Millhouses, Sheffield. All competitiors to be at the Millhouses car terminus at 2.30 p.m., and flying to commence at 3 p.m. prompt. The entrance fee is 6d. for each model, to be paid to Mr. W. R. Blake, West Street, Sheffield. The prizes will be the entrance fees divided up into three prizes, and they will be awarded for length, height and duration. Suggested New Model Clubs. Mr. L. MARLOR, 30, Fairfield Road, Manningham, Bradford, wishes to know whether there is a Model Club in the neighbourhood, and if not whether anyone interested would communicate with him so that one might be formed. It is also proposed to form a Model Club in Aberdeen and particu lars can be had from Mr. W. R. Anderson, 68, Mile^End Avenue, Aberdeen. ® ® ® ® Memorial to the late Hon. C. S. Rolls. ON Thursday next the 19th inst., the statue of the late Hon. C. S. Rolls which has been executed by Sir W. Goscombe John, R.A., and erected in front of the Shire Hall, Monmouth, will be unveiled by Lord Raglan. As a considerable sum is still required to coverthe entire cost of the memorial the Mayor of Monmouth has made another appeal for subscriptions, which should be sent to the honorary treasurer, Mr. H. T. Simmonds, Agincourt Square, Mon mouth. 89O
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