ROWING

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 228, 28 September 1935, Page 6

ROWING

HAMILTON CLUB NEED FOR EIGHT-OAR BOAT The need for new and unorthodox steps to meet the change in developments that were occurring in connection with rowing is stressed by the committee of the Hamilton Rowing Club iu its report, submitted to the annual meeting of the club on Thursday evening. The report stated that the popularity of eight-oar rowing must influence the club’s policy and that provision should be made for a champion eight to represent the club. Referring to the balance-sheet, the commitee said the finances were in a sound condition, although heavy sums had been spent on re-conditioning the plant, and these accounted for a delicit on the year’s working. The revenue on regatta winnings was only half of that received two seasons ago. The membership stood at 75, an increase of four. A satisfactory arrangement had been come to with the Borough Council respecting the lease of the club’s boat-shed site. Preparations were in hand for the construction of a new club house. A new best and best single scull boat had been purchased. During the year the club’s representatives had secured eight firsts and 11 second places at various regattas in the province.