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OCTOBER 21, 1911. lubricated rubber, and it is also not easy to chase the models over the sand. A diversion was created by a glimpse of Mr. Hardman rolling on Melly's Bieriot. He was fast in the mud for a time, but got out, and flew back again. Next meeting will be at the club ground, Lord's Tar Works, Hawthorne Road, to-day (Saturday) at 3 p.m. Will members meet at 39, Brook Road. Manchester Model AeC (40, BIGNOR STREET, CHEETHAM). THE fifth weekly flying meeting inaugurated by the club was a great success. Although the day was ralher misty a large crowd collected at the aerodrome, and they were well rewarded by the display of model flying. About a dozen members brought models and some really excellent flights were made, the record flight for the afternoon being 1,185 It;- and tne record for duration 48 sees. Much amusement was caused by a model which finished its flight in closi proximity to a cow which was grazing in the field. The animal was evidently curious at the intrusion of the model, for it was seen to turn it over and lick the propellers. Whether it was the taste of the varnish or the rubber lubricant which tickled its palate one cannot say. However, no damage was done. Another model gained notoriety by completely breaking itself into fragments in mid air, the broken pieces scattering the spectators in all directions, much to their amusement. Vet another model flew out of the aerodrome and landed upon a light railway track. An engine which was passing at the time was stopped by the interested driver, thus allowing the model to be captured without injury. Altogether an excellent afternoon was spent, and the enthusiasm of the spectators was most gratifying to the promoters. The sixth weekly meeting will take place at the Trafford Aereodrome, near the " Hives," at 2.30 p.m., October 21st, when records will be attached. Would intending members kindly write to the hon. sec. Mr. Kenmure Kinna, at the above address. Palmer's Green and District Model Aero Club. THE above club held its inaugural meeting on Saturday, Oct. 14th, at Powys Lane, Palmer's Green. The weather conditions were almost perfect, and in the Distance and Duration Competition some good flying was witnessed. The honours of the day fell to Mr. E. R. Brown, who gained first place with his 3 ft. model, 665 ft. in 42* sees., and second place with his 1 oz. machine which flew rapidly for 31 f sees., and, after circling, alighted 506 ft. from the starting flag. It should be mentioned that the winning flight terminated when at its best in an oak tree, whence rescuing opera tions were conducted by means of a ladder and a long pole. The tbird place for distance was secured by Mr. Reed with a fast flight of 303 ft., while Mr. A. Rogers' " four-footer " with 29^ sees, to its credit, gained the corresponding position for duration. The latter, however, provided the only smash of the afternoon, following in the wake of two other " single stickers " we have known. All persons interested in model flying are earnestly requested to communicate with R. L. Rogers, hon. sec. (protein.), 15, Moffat Road, Palmer's Green, N. St. Mary's Model Ae.C. (THEVICARAGE.KINGSTON,PORTSMOUTH) SATURDAY last was an ideal day for flying, of which the club took advantage, and turned out in force. Some grand flying was witnessed by both long and small-surfaced models, the great majority •of the flights being 600 ft. and over, whilst Mr. Eborne made a speciality of high flyiDg, reaching 40 and 50 ft. Much tree-climbing SHEFFIELD MODEL AERO CLUB MEETING LAST SATURDAY.—The winner of the distance prize is in dicated by a X> arid Mr. E. E, Noble Is marked with a Q. mmmmmmmmmm—- (AEiS 3%. ; e Some of the model hydro-aeroplanes of the Scottish Aero nautical Society Model Aero Club on the boating loch, Glasgow, at last Saturday's meeting. had to be indulged in, and it was evident that the present ground is not quite large enough. Could anyone please let the secretary know what is the record for the Portsmouth district, as the St. Mary's Club is 660 ft. at present. Scottish Ae.S. (Model Aero Club) (6, MCLELLAN ST., Gov AN). A MEETING for hydro-aeroplanes was held last Saturday at the Boating Loch, Great Western Road, Glasgow, when seven models lined up on the water. The trials were interesting, and sometimes humorous to watch, but none of the models succeeded in rising from the surface. After this some ordinary flying over the water was indulged in. Mr. Gordon's model flew right across the loch, striking the trees on the other side. Mr. Balden's model made many brilliant flights, which were all the more noteworthy as his model was soaked with previous duckings. The first biplane of the season (Mr. Mills') made its appearance, and flew exceedingly well. A flying meeting for models will be held to-day (Saturday) at Barrhead aerodrome, when attempts will be made on the duration record. The club's prospects are very bright, and as the new season is just commencing new members are urgently wanted. The hon. secretary, Mr. Wm. Foster, Rochelle, Limeside Avenue, Rutherglen, will be pleased to give all particulars to intending members. Stony Stratford and District Model Aero Club. A PUHLIC meeting has been called for October 26th for the formation and founding of the proposed club under the title of the Stony Stratford and District Kite and Model Aeroplane Club. The meeting will commence at 8 p.m., and it is hoped to arrange an exhibition of models and accessories. The Secretary (Lancaster Cottage, Old Stratford, Stony Stratford, Bucks) will welcome the loan of machines from any of our readers. Yorkshire Ae.C. (Model Section) (5A, HULLAND ST., LEEDS). THE Leeds Model Aeroplane Club held a general meeting on Saturday last, 14th inst., in the Drill Hall, Carlton Hill Barracks, Leed?. The club was reorganized, and will now be known as the Model Section of the Yorkshire Aero Club. A letter was read from the committee of the Y. Ae.C., who were represented by Mr. S. W. Fitzgerald. It included a suggestion to the effect that in order they may keep in close touch with model matters, the President of the Model Section should be a member of their committee. This was approved by the members present, and Mr. S. W. Fitz gerald was unanimously elected as the ideal person te occupy the position. It was next decided that Mr. Tom Walker should stand as secretary and treasurer, for it was the general opinion that the way in which he had organized and managed the late club was fit proof of his capabilities. The committee will comprise Messrs. Thornton, Beckett and Hill. Members of the Model Section will be assjeiates of the Y.Ae.C, having all the privileges of members, with the single exception that they will not be allowed to vote on matters pertaining to the governing of the Y.Ae.C. They can attend all meetings, lectures, and flying meetings, and partake of any piivilege which may at any time be obtained by members ot the Y.Ae.C. The annual subscription is fixed at 2s. 6ci., of which 6d. is to be payable to the Y.Ae.C. as associate's fee. All persons in Leeds and district can become members, ladies included, on conditions that they are workers, not lookers-on. Flying meetings will be held, weather permitting, every Saturday afternoon, from 2 o'clock, on Carlton Hill Barrack Ground, off Woodhouse Lane. The committee of the Y.Ae.C. intend putting up a series of money and other prizes for competition amongst model flyers, on conditions to be settled later. All communications should be addressed to the hon. sec, as above. 917
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