Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Wednesday 14 April 1886
Peterhead.— A Bowling Club. —A proposal is on foot to start bowling club for Peterhead, in which it is contemplated that the existing Lawn Tennis Club might be merged. A meeting of gentlemen interested in the scheme was held in Liing’s Hotel Wednesday—Mr David Scott, presiding—when a committee was appointed make inquiries to the acquisition of ground for bowling green and tenuis court.
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 15 February 1887
BOWLING GREEN. A letter from Mr James G.tdon, secretary of the Peterhead Bowling Club, wee submitted and end, applying for assistance to organises bowling green arid tennis omit. The letter was is similar terms to that sent to the Foams, which will be seen in soother column. The Provost said that it had been suggested at the Feuars’ meeting that those who had subscribed to it should consent to their shares being acknowledged as a donation, and the Feuars’ Managers considered if they were to do that they might also give a donation. Councillor Mitchell thooght if they could get over that diffioulty the money would be quite applicable. Treasurer Hay said that if the Board were to subscribe to it as a private adventure, and If they were disposed to take shares of it, it ultimately might lead to involve risks that would not be very easily got ont of. The suggestion that the subscribers should convert their subscriptions into donations was made in consequence of remarks several of the members present had made, and the Fetters’ Managers remitted to the committee to consider, he thought, more with the view to give the subscribers time to consider upon what had been said at that meeting. Personally, he wettld be willing that the fund might be applied in this way. It it were not a share adventureif it were a public thing, there would be no difficulty. Bailie Fraser said it wee quite a legitimate thing to do, to get a bowling green • but if they had public funds to give, they had to asp , rtain what public rights they received in exchange. Councillor Carnegie said as far as he understiod there could be no charge more than keeping it self-supporting. It was not meant as a speculation to make money out of. Ex-Bailie Mackintosh said one or two of the observations of the speakers were worthy of consideration. Ile bad been waited upon like, he supposed, many of the inhabitants of Peterheed, to see if he would give anything Inwards this bowling green. He did so because he t hough such a thing wan yore essential to this town, pro. viding the community v , as to be benefitted by it. There is. require to ho some regulation so that ev , r7 ritembzr NV( u:d able to use it who wished f t.: b• -A – 11 prt-por t, tins t• nt•••tt(sr r, 1 ,;.); the: do’,’ r {iv ottate to a deoision what be toe hest uourA4 to be adopted, and he thought the solution would be to remit to the Finance . Co mmitter, so as to wedeln whether those who bud eubscribed
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 25 September 1900
I bowl, We bowl, Thou bowleet, You bowl, He bowls or bowleth, They bowl. . .., — – Take notice ! The public of. Peterhead are hereby notified that an excellent opportunity— 1 the opportunity of a life-time, of the century, of ‘ all the centuries, is about to be , afforded them. Ttii• is not an advertisement of a cheap sale ; indeed it is to be feared the matter will have but little of interest for the fair, and dear, sex at all. The message is mainly meant for males, and its text is in the top lines. To come to the point nil bout further beating about the bush, a project 1 is on foot having for its aim the acquisition of a bowline-green for Peterhead ; and more, the pro. ject has every prospect of reaching a succeeeful issue. There bo numerous existing facilities for recreation and amusement in and about the town. Cricket, football, golf, bathing, al fresco in the season and entro at any season ; lawn tennis, boating, fishing, etc., etc., may be indulged in ad lib., and are. Not a little enterprise has, indeed, been shown of recent years, prin. cipally within the past decade, in providing attractions in the shape of amusement and recreation for the citizen and the visitor, but bowling, one of the most delightful of pastimes, has not hitherto been taken into account. Our neighbours across the Channel make the charge against us that we take our pleasures sadly, and as regards some golfers there may be a spice of truth in the allegation, for as the didactic caddie observed with disapproving emphasis to the lady who exclaimed at the serious way in which Scotch people treated the game—” Hoots, madam, it’s nae a game at a’, it’s the study o’ a life-time.” But we don’t treat all our recreations quite so austerely as golf. Curling, for example, is the free and easy, bail-fellow-well-met game par excellence. And what curling ie on the ice, bowling is upon the green. A bowling green for Peterhead has been vaguely talked of at times for some years, but the project went no further. Now, through the initiative and energy of Mr John Straits, Marieebal Street, who, after sounding the opinions of a few friends, has himself quietly weertained the general feeling of the citizens who were likely to be favourable to the institution of a bowling-green in Peterhead, the practicability of the propcsal is practically I assured. The great drawback to bowling generally and, equally at Peterhead, is the very considerable expenditure that must necessarily be incurred in preparing the requisite smooth, fine turf-green. It is estimated that the cost of making such a green at Peterhead will runup to between £3OO and f.-100 —a rather heavy undertaking—but Mr Birnie, in his race for the money, has already received promises of support which place him within the last lap from goal. The supporters of his scheme are representative of all classes of the community —clergymen, doctors, lawyers, tradesmen, shop-1 keepers, etc. In fact they may be said to include I the soldier the sailor, the tinker the tailor, the 1 richman the poorman, and—very improbably—the other variety unnameable. Most of these gentlemen have agreed to subscribe a specific aura which will entitle them to life-membership, while others have promised to become yearly members of the club—of course the association will be known as the Peterhead Bowling Club. Whenever the 101 l sum required is obtained, which is expecOed to be almost at once, a imitable site will be selected near the town, so as to be convenient and easily got-at-able to members, and measures taken to have the green• prepared so that it may be ready for play early next summer.. The encyloptedist writes of bowling as follows “Bowling as now played is a delightful summerevening pastime, nod affords pleasant recreation to thousands who are past the age at which the more violent exertions of cricket or football have charms. Every village has its club and ‘green’, and larger towns have them in every district. So much is it acknowledged to be a healthful and innocent recreation, that the civic authorities of many towns have prepared public greens, where, for a small charge, players may enjoy the game who are not able to indulge in the luxury of private ground. ” As regards the Peterhead Club the rules will, of course, provide far visitors and others being permitted to play on payment of a small charge. It is to be hoped that the Governors of the Merchant Maiden Hospital, Edinburgh, the proprietors of the land, will give the most favourable consideration to the project, and there is every reason to believe that when the matter is represented to them. they will be willlog to grant a site on the easiest possible terms. A patch of well kept, green sward is a beauty spot wherever situate, and as it is intended that the projected green at Peterhead shall be nicely enclosed, it will be an attraction in itself, not to speak of the others it wi:l possess, in the neigh! bourhood it’s in, and should have the efiect of en. hancing the value of the property of the vicinity, in addition to being a very desirable accession to the amenities of the town
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 27 November 1900
PETERHEAD BOWLING CLUB -A SITE FIXED. A WELL. ATTENDED meeting of aubfcr.bers to he Bowling Club which it is proposed to form in Peterhead was held on Tuesday night to the Palace Hotel. Mr R. B. Crabb, bank agent, presided. The committee reported that they ‘ a l examined several likely sited for a green in the town, and they had ut animouely resolved to recommend the adoption of the site in St Mary Street, lying between Mr Stuart’s property and Mrs Grant’s feu. They (the commit tee) had approached the governors of the Merchant Maiden Hospital on the subject, and had been treated in a very liberal manner, the site being offered them at a little over agricultural value. The size of the site was stated as 120 yards by 110 yards. A suggestion was made at the meeting thst it would be better to have the bowling and tennis clubs combined, and on the site at present occupied by the latter. On a vote being taken, however, it was almost unaniniuusly agreed to adopt the committee’s recummendetien,and they were empowered to carry out the negotiations with the governors. Tne committee also reported that they had found a splendid quality of turf on the links of St Fergus, on the farm of Blackwater, and that Colonel Ferguson had placed it at their oisposai free of charge, on condition that the ground would be sown over again with greas seed. It was also intimated that cinders and other materials could be got with little trouble. It is undiretood that plans and specifications will be drawn up and put into the hands of contract, re, who will proceed with the work immediately.
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 18 December 1900 & Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Saturday 15 December 1900
NEW BOWLING GREEN, PETERHEAD. TENDERS are wanted for the WORK of FORMING a BOWLING GREEN in St Mary Street. Plans and Specifications may be seen with, and Schedule of Quantities obtained from, the Subscriber, with whom Sealed Tenders,written upon Schedule, must be lodged on or before 29th inst. A. CLARK MARTIN, Solicitor. Peterhead, 14th December, 19 .0.
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Aberdeen Press and Journal – Thursday 27 June 1901
GALA DAY AT PETERHEAD. VISIT OF THE TOWN SUPERIORS. splendid weather yesterday the usual Wednesday half-holiday at Peterhead .assumed the aspect of a gala day owing two interesting events, namely, the opening of a fine new bowling green and the holding athletic the Recreation Park. Besides the shopkeeping fraternity, many tradesmen took a idav,and as all the schools were closed at noon, is computed that about- 7000 people were holiday-making. Additional was attached the proceedings from the fact that the superiors the town, the governors of th* Merchant Maiden Company, were present their annual visit. Prompt to time, the games commenced at 3.30, when close on 2000 people had lined the spacious enclosure. The Recreation Park was gay with bunting, and most of the ladies present wore summer costumes, the scene was a very pretty one. The ring was the Buchanhaven end, usual. The interest in the programme, which consisted of pony racing and athletic events, was enhanced by the presence the town superiors, who manifested a keen interest in the competitions, which were not finished the time writting. The Merchant ‘Maiden Hospital deputation consisted of Mr Rcbert Weir, master of the company; Mr John Cowan, treasurer; Mr Jas. Anderson, convener of the Estates Committee; David Foulis, Mr Charles J. Turcan, W. Grant, convener of the Education Committee; Mr John Stewart, Right Rev. Mitchell, Moderator the- General Assembly of the Church of Scotland ; Baillie Murray, Mr W. Robertson, hon. treasurer; Mr Alexander Heron, S.S.C., secretary and law agent: Mr James Stenhouse, land adviser; and Mr Thomas M’Kenzie, officer. OPENING OF THE BOWLING GREEN. From ihe games the governors proceeded to the bowling green in St Mary Street, where large and fashionable spectatorat-e await-ed the opening ceremony. Among those present were—Provost Lea.sk and Mts Leask, Treasurer and Martin, Baillie Booth, Baillie Wilson, Councillors Ritchie, Duncan, Birnie, Roes, and Geils. Mr and Mrs R. B. Crabb, Mr and Mrs Thomas Mackie, Mr William Murray, headmaster. North Public School; Davii Martin, town clerk, and Mrs ‘Martin; Mr A. Clark Martin, solicitor; Mr John Birnie, president of the cMb; Mr W. Ainslie and Mis 6 Taitew-ell; Mr P. Irvine, solicitor; Mr Rdbert Gray, solicitor; etc. Mr J. Birnie ex pro-wed his pleasure seeing so many present. The committee, he said, asked 1 him to thank the contractor, Mr Duncan, for the way in which had performed his duties, and for his willingness to assist in every way. If anything was suggested Mr Duncan was always very pleased to give it hie best consideration. His work was there before them, and wan sure it did him oredi’. (Applause.) They were also indebted to John Taylor, who had acted all along as inspector o• works, and -who had spent much time over the matter. He had not only conducted the work to the satisfaction of the’ committee, but also the satisfaction of the contractor to such an extent that the job had been ■pretty much left himself. Then Mr Jame*> Reid, the local factor for the deserved their thanks. Mr Weir assured them that he felt the high honour conferred on him congratulate 1 the Peterhead people on having such beautiful green, and he hoped the club would 1 b© successful. assured them that the governors would the utmost as far their powers admitted to promote the prosperity of Peterhead. (Applause.) had now the honour to ask the club to accept of pair bowls for competition. (Loud applause.) •Mr Birnie called for three cheers for the governors, and ;;he«-e were heartily g’lven. Provost Leask, in proposing voCe of thanks Mr Weir, referred to the pleasure all felt at seeing the Rev. Dr Mitchell among them. Mitchell had’ laboured long among them, and, they all knew, he was Moderator of the Assembly the Church of Scotland. was sure deserved their congratulations on the present occasion. (Applause.) Mr Birnie called for a vote of thanks to Colonel Ferguson. who had presented the club with the turf for the green. He saw Mr Ainslie present, and hoped would accept the thanks the club. (Applause.) Air Ainslie, in a word, acknowledged, and after Weir had, amid ringing cheers, eent up the first bowl, the company were entertained tea. The presentation bowls bear the following inscription:—”Peterhead Bowling Club.—Presented by Robert Weir. Master of the Company of Merchants of the City of Edinburgh.—26th June, 1901.”
Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Saturday 29 June 1901
OPENING PETERHEAD BOWLING GREEN. Tiibrk was a largo attendance at the opening of the bowling-giuen in St Mary Street, Peterhead, on Wednesday afternoon, additional interest attaching to the occasion from the fact that the Master of the Merchant Maiden Company, of Edinburgh, was to conduct the formal opening ceremony. The Governors of the Company, who are tho superiors of Peterhead, at tended the opening in their corporate capacity. Mr J. Birnie, president of the club, expressed his pleasure at seeeing so many present. The committee, said, asked him to thank the contractor, Duncan, f r the way in which lie had performed his duties, and for his willingness assist in every way. If anything was suggested, Mr Duncan was always very pleased give it his best consideration. woik was there before them, and he was sure it did him credit—(applause.) They were also indebted to Mr John Taylor, who had acted ns inspec?or of w rks, and who hud spent much lime over the matter. He had not only conducted the work lo the satisfaction of the committee, but also to the sitisfaction of Ihe contractor, t« such an extent that the job had been pretty much left lo himself. Then Mr Janies H“id, the local factor for the governors, deserved their thanks. it often happened that the money went done sooner than ihe k. Mr Reid, who was one of the original committee, had always shown very great interest in the works. He had suggested some great improvements, which involved great amountofcarting, and this extra carting he had provided free(applause). They wore very much indebted also to the governors of the Merchants Maiden Company, who had very generously granted ths site, not feuing, but at agricultural, rate (applause)—and they had capped their generosity by coming lo declare the ground open (loud applause). He then called upon Mr We;r. Weir assured them that the high honour conferred on him. He must confess that he was a little surprised that the honour had come his way, because he con’d recollect only one occasion on which he was connected with the game of bowls. At that time certain society Edinburgh asked him to accompany them on their annual visit to the country, and the feature of the meeting was game of bowls between the members and the guests. He carried off a silver trophy—(applause). When asked afterwards how he won it, he said that it was in his usual way, but within the next day or so it was discovered that the prize was a eon- I eolation one—(laughter). Well, he had to seek for some other reason, and ho thought it might be that he was Master of the Merchant Hos pital, the superiors of Peterhead and its harbours. He might say the choice was not so uu| fit us might first seem. There was an ancient connection between the company and the game lof bowls. The company was formed in 1681, and nine years afterwards a bowling green was formed in connection with their hall, which that time stood in the salubrious precincts of 1 the Cowgafce—(laughter). Many citizens joined in the game of bowls. There wore curious accounts showing, Mr Weir said, that the bowls bad to be purchased abroad at a dear figure, but later on they got them in England much cheaper, thus showing the business principles which distinguished Scotsmen —(laughter). He congratulated the Peterhead people on having such beautiful green, and he hoped the club would be successful. He assured them that the governors would the utmost, as far as their powers admitted to promote the prosperity of Peterhead —(appUuse). He had now the honour to ask the club to accept of a pair of bowls for competition—(loud applause). On the call of Mr Birnie, three cheers were heartily given for the Governors. Provost Leusk, in proposing vote of thanks to Mr Weir, referred to the pleasure all felt at seeing the Rev. Mitchell among them. Mitchell had laboured long among them, and, they well knew, he was Moderator of the Assembly of the Church of Scotland. He was sore he deserved their congratulations on the present occasion—(applause). Biruie called for a vote of thanks to Colonel Ferguson, who had presented the club with the turf for the green. He aw Mr Ainslie present, and he hoped would accept the thanks of the club—(applause). Mr Ain-lie briefly acknowledged, and after Mr Weir had, amid ringing cheers, sent the first bowl, the company were entertained at lei. The presentation bowls hear the following in scriptsion : —Peterhead Bowling Club.—Presented Robert Weir, Master ot the Company of Merchants of the C.ty of Edinburgh.—26th June, 1901.”
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Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Saturday 24 May 1902
Peterhead Bowling Club. THE GREEN will be OPENED for Play on Wednesday, the 28th inst., at 3 o’clock. New Mem be; may enrolled application the Secretary or Members of Council.
Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Saturday 04 October 1902
Bowling Gaslight. —The members of the Peterhead Bowling Club brought a very successful season a close last night, when halfa dozen rinks were played by gat-light. The illuminations were on extensive scale, the scene being very effective oue. The tosc, thistle, and shamrock, with stirs on either side, were illumined by ga*, while incandescent gas lamps threw bright light over the green. The games were watched with interest, by a large gathering of the members and their lady friends. During the evening excellent selections were discoursed by the artillery band under the leadership of Bandmaster Ritchie. The illuminations were carried out George Keillor, gas manager. The club has now had gas introduced into the pavilion the green.
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Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Saturday 17 October 1903
Bow ling Club.— The members of the Peterhead Bowling Club have practically closed their t-eason. The membership has been well maintained, and the game has increased in popularity in the town. The results <f the various competitions held dunng tho season aie as follows : —Governors’ howls and championship green (scratch)—l Mr TA. Yates, 2Mr T. H Scott, 3Mr John Birnie. The bow ls, which were pre rented by Mr Weir, Master of the Merchant Maiden Company, now become the properly of Mr Yates, this being the second year in succession in which he has won them. Dumlastsir Cup, presented by Mr Alexander Gray, Aberdeen (handicap)—Winner, Mt T. ales ; tar.iier up, Mr C. F. Wills. Pn dcnt’s pri/.e, pa i bowls, presented by Mr John Birnie (handicap)—Winner, A. Clark Ma tin ; runoer up, Mr W. Hunt r. Mr Win. Duncan’s priz*, pair of bowls’, presented Mr Wm. Dane m, coot’actor, Inverurie (handicap)—V\ inner, James Taylor, ; runner up, Mr W. 3. Mr Fted Strachan’a pr zu, presented Mr Fr d Stracban, diesp)—Winner, X. A, ales runner up, Mr A. Milne, jun. Hats competition, for prizes pres nted Mr W. S. Taylor (handicap)—Messrs J. ]i. Dickie and J. Harvey. Rink Competition—Messrs T. H. Scott (skip), W. L. Birnie, jun., W. Hay,and W. Mackintosh. Stickiea” competition, a walking stick, pre scoled by Mr J. \V. Hunter, to each member of the rink making the highest score through the season—Messrs W. S. Taylor (skip), C. F. Wills, D. J. Milue, and T. A. Yates.
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Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 02 May 1905
Bowling. PETERHEAD CLcs.—The half-yearly meeting of the Peterhead Bowling Club was held in the Palace Hotel, Peterhead, on Wednesday night—Mr D. Johnston Milne, vice-president, in the chair. Office-bearers were elected as follows—President, Mr D. Johnston Milne ; vice-president, Mr Robert Robertson ; secretary and treasurer, Mr A. Clark Martin ; committee—Messrs John Birnie, James Taylor, jun.,J. D. Bisset, A. P. Ross ; green warden, Mr Joh Birnie ; skips—files-rs W. Scott, J. B. Dickie, W. Anderson, John Birnie, A. Webster, A. Scott, J. Taylor, jnn., D. J. Milne, and Robert Robertson ; Match Committee—Messns A. Webster, James Taylor, jun., A. P. Ross, W. Scott, and W. L. Birdie, jun.
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 08 August 1905
Bowling. Perraimen.—The members of the Peterhead Bowling Club had an ” At Home” on Wednesday afternoon. There was a large attendance of members and their friends, and the weather being fine, a pleasant afternoon was enjoyed. Tea was served in the course of the proceeding’s, and excellent music was supplied by the Gordon Highlanders Volunteer Bank, nuder the leadership of Band, master Killeen. In the evening a match was ”played between representatives of the public in town who are members of the club, and teams from the other section of the club. The latter won by 36 points. The following are the scores i—Boards—Bobert ECobertson, 26 ; J. B. Dickie, 16 ;A. Boom, 16 ; John Birnie, 16 ; D. J. Milne, 18. Club—James Talor,un., 12 ; Wm. Scott, 30 ;W. Anderson, 30 ; Joh n Davidson, 23 ; A. Webster, 33.
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Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 13 November 1906
NOTES FOR BOWLERS. BY BACKHAND. MY friend Backhand Junior will no doubt be pleased to learn that the suggestion he made in Bowling Notes last August regarding a “smoker” to close tho season with has caught on, and tomorrow evening will see the matter an accomplished fact. The subject was broached at the meeting at which the prizes were presented the other week in the Palace Hotel, and being unanimously agreed to, a committee was appointeed to carry out the arrangements. The “smoker” bas been entered into with mach enthusiasm, and I learn that an excellent programme has been got together, in which Mr Alex. Sinclair (gold medallist), and Mr John Mitchell !the local “Barry Lauder”), will each take a prominent part, and altogether the committee are to be congratulated on the excellent fare provided. The “order of things” will be song, toast, and sentiment from 7 to 8•30, followed by progressive whist ; and let mo remind you to bring ” the hooks” and ofriend with you. Some croaker suggested that he was afraid very few would turn up, but that gentleman can lay the flattering unction to his soul that with one or two exceptions every bowler will be there, accompanied by a friend; and it is anticipated that between 60 and 70 will be present. And why not? See that you are there, and I guarantee you will not go away disappointed. Now, gentlemen, please note, Palace Hotel tomorrow evening at 7 prompt, and again I repeat —bring a friend. The half-yearly meeting, at which the prizes were presented, was a tame affair. Not even a bottle of “fizz.” Well! well! Tho prizewinners were there almost to a man, and a hearty cheer was given to champion J. B. when he scooped in the championship ‘pot,” etc., eta. Someone says he bloshed, but don’t you believe it? Notice of motion was tabled to reduce the annual subscription for bowl boxes, but as the motion will not be considered until the meeting in April next. Members will have ample time to consider the question before then. It is quite an open secret that Peterhead Bowling Club are likely to have opposition in the not very distant future in the shape of a public bowling green, and as the municipal election is on next month that is the time to ” hustle” up your candidates on the matter. I don’t see why an important town like Peterhead shonld not have a public green, which, like all other “greens” of a like nature, will pay itself in course of time.
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Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District – Saturday 30 November 1907
ANNUAL MEETING. Presentation of Prizes. Thb annual meeting of the Peterhead Bowling Club was held Thursday evening in t! Royal Hotel, Peterhead. Colonel Robe tson, president of the Club who occupied the chair said the past season had been a cold and miserable one, but the result of it shown by the balance sheet, was not in the least unsatisfactory—(applause). He proposed that the abstract of accounts be approved (applause). Mr D. Johnston Milne seconded. He thought the financial statement was very s atisfactory. Colonel Robertson then presented the various prizes to their respective winners as follows : Chnrapionship—Winner, Mr J. G. Stewart, medal by the President; runner-up, Mr A. P. Ross, tobacco box. Dunalastair Cup—Winner, Mr J. G. Stewart, cup and silver sovereign purse; runner-up, Mt A. P. Ross, P’pe. Doubles – Winners, Mr J. A. Scott and Mr J. Gordon, pipe and tobacco pouch each ; runners up, Mr J. Taylor, jun., and Mr P. Ali m, walking stick each by Mrßobl. Mackie. Rinks—Winners. Mr R. Robertson (skip), Mr A. P. Ross, Mr R. Mackie and Mr J. Forrest, sleeve links each ; runners-up, Mr J. Birnie (skip). Mr J. W. Slater, Mr J. Harvay, and Mr R. Cowie, knives by MrM Kinley, Glasgow. Siickies.” Winners, Mr J. B. Dickie (skip), Mr A. Scott, Mr W. Martin, and Mr Walter Duff, walking sticks by Mr Robert Mackie. Vases presented by Mr Win. Macintosh.— Winner, Mr W. Petrie ; runner up, Mr J. Gall. Pipes were presented to each of the following for competition promoted by Mr Jas. Taylor, jun.—Mr W. Macintosh, Mr A. Giles, Mr J. Watt, Mr J. G. Stewart, Mr Walter Duff, Mr J. F. Davidson, Mr Robert Cowie, Mr J. B. Dickie, Captain Kelly, Mr William Martin, Mr J. Taylor, Mr William Petrie, Mr Jaa. Sutherland, Mr Spink. Mr Adam Maitland, MrMunro Johnston, and Mr C. Bruoe, jun. Mr A. P. Ross said he had been requested to return thanks to the donors for tha very handsome prizes which had been presented that night. He did with pleasure, and hoped the donors would remember the club next year(applause). The meeting closed with vote of thanks to Colon*-! Robertson for presiding, on the motion Mr D. J. Milne.
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Aberdeen Press and Journal – Thursday 22 December 1910
PETfIRHEAD BOWLING CLUB. The autumn meeting of Peterhead Bowling Club was held in the Palace Hotel Tuesday —Provost president, the chair. The abstract of accounts for the post season ives submitted the iion. secretary and treasurer, Mr Claj-k Martin, and unanimously approved. Office-bearers for next year were then elected follows:—President, Provost vice-president, Baillie Dickie; secretary and treasurer. Mr A. Clark Martin, .solicitor, Chapel Street; William Simpson, Walter Duff, Alexander Scott and A. P. Roes; green warden, W. O. Petrie. Tha prizes won during the past season were then presented by the president the successful members the club as follows:—Championship, W. Tait; runner-up. Gordon; Cup, Alexander Webster; John Birnie; doubles. A. P. Ross and A Ferguson; runners-ap, John Thomson and R. W. Tait rink prizes, A. Webster (skip), P. Allan, W. Cowie, and J. Thomson; runnersup,j Bailiie Dickie (skip), J. Harvey, John A Smith, and A. P. Ross; ‘”stickies.” J. Stewart A. P. Ros3, Dr Smith, and J. points prizes—1 John Watt, 2 R. W. Tait, W. O. Petrie.
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 12 December 1911
autumn business meexino. The autumn meeting of the Peterhead Bowling Club was held in the Palace Hotel on Tuesday evening—Bailie Dickie, in the absence of Provost Lcask, presiding. – , – An abstract of the accounts was submitted by Mr A. Claik Martin, the secretary, and approved. The following gentlemen were elected office-bearers for next year President, Bailie Dickie: vicepresident, Mr James Taylor, builder ; secretary and treasurer, Mr A. Clark Martin, selictlot, Chapel Street, Peterhead; green warden, Mr W. O. Petrie ; and council—Messrs A. Scott, A. Carnegie, William Martin, and W. O. Petrie. The thanks of the club were accorded to Provost Leask for bis services as president during the last three years, and for the repeated marks his interest in the welfare of the club. The thanks of the club were also accorded to Mr Petrie, green warden, for bis admirable services, and to tho Match Committee for tho manner in which they had arranged the contests with other clubs and the club competitions. The prizes gained during the season were then presented as follows: —Championship, Mr John Leith; runner-up, Mr James Cran. Dunalastair Cap, Mr J. J. Sutherland; runner-up. Mr T. C. Booth of Downiehills. Rinks, Messrs J. H. Philip (skip), James Forrest, John Wilson, and James Gall; runners-up, Messrs W. O. Potrie (skip), R. G. A. Duguid, John A. Smith, and Peter Allan. Pairs, Messrs James Gordon and William Maitland; runners-up, Messrs James Taylor and John Watt. Freshmen’s championship, Mr W. M. Davidson; runner-up, Mr J. A. Smith. ** Stickles,” Messrs J. If. Philip (skip). Bailie Dickie, P. M. Clark, and W. O. Petrie. *• Points,” i Mr John Leith, 2 Mr Peter Allan, and 3 Mr James Taylor.
Aberdeen Press and Journal – Tuesday 04 November 1919
PROMOTION FOR PETERHEAD WARDER. Mr John Scott, first class warder at H.M- Prison, been notified hi* transference to Lerwick, will have charge of prison. Mr Scott, who i* south country man, has had good deal <•* porience prison work. has taker active interest in the social life of the officerat. H.M. Prison, and was one the leading r”layers the Prison Quoiting Club. w.ns al*t> s member Peterhead Bowling Club.
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Aberdeen Press and Journal – Thursday 25 November 1926
PETERHEAD CLUB. Honorary Secretary’s Services Recognised. Recognition was made of the cervices Mr James Phillip has given the Peterhead .bowling Club as honorary secretary at the autumn meeting of the club, held the North-Eastern Hotel on Tuesday evening. Mr John Davidson, president, presided over a large gathering of members. The abstract of accounts for last season was submitted and approved. It showed that there was a credit balance of £35 6s, and it was decided to vote £10 towards the reduction of the loan account, which would then stand at £30. The president explained that was hoped that deputation would have been present from Fraserburgh Club to receive the Leask- inlay soil Cup, which had been won by that club last season, but a letter of apology was reoeived from Menzies. In the letter, which was read the secretary, Mr Menzies stated that the winning of the cup was generally recognised as the Fraserburgh club’s crowning achievement of his term office as president. The club prizes for last season wero presented in a, happy manner by the president to the following Championship, Mr R. W. Ritchie; runner-up, J- M- Chalmers; Greenbank Cup, Mr W. M’Gee, jun.; runnerup, Mr A. Winter. Rinks —’Messrs James Allan, W. Fordyce, A. Tocher, and John Thomson {skip); runners-up, Messrs F. G. Mackenzie, W. J. Simpson, J. Milne, and J. (skip). Doubles, Messrs John Milne and T. D. M’Neill; runners-up. Messrs W. Birrell and Cran. ” Stickies,” Messrs R. L. Mi’ne, A. W. Tocher, G. Spink, and J. H. Phillip 1 (skip). Authority was given the Whist Club carry an under the usual conditions. Mr Davidson moved that Mr James Cran, vice-president elected to suoceed him in the offioe of president. Mr Cran was not only exponent of the ” woods,” but (Mr Davidson) did not know of anybody who was better known in bowling circles in Buchan. The election of .Mr Cran was pnanimous. For the offioe vice-president, Mr Cran proposed Police Judge Jack, who, said, had been long associated with the club, and had taken very keen iuterest in it. Agreed unanimously. Mr Phillip was re-elected honorary secretary, and Mr J. J. Henderson honorary treasurer. A letter was read from James Donald stating that would unable continue to act as green warden. Treasurer Dickie voiced club’s sympathy With M r and Mrs Donald the death of their son James, wflo was a popular member of the club, and its appreciation of the services Mr had rendered green warden. Mr Jamas ochivas was appointed to the vacancv. . Mr John Davidson” was appointed tho council a prefbrence member, and Mr A. Ijawson an orrlinarv member room of Messrs W. C. Noble and Jan** Davidson, who retired rotation. .. In making the presentation o. a ” wallet containing Treasury Phillip, Davidson said were making no attempt pay him for the had rendered the club, during the ten had been honorary secretary; they ni>.i y wanted to acquaint him of the fact tha n oon scions of his services and them. (Applause.) After by Phillip, the referre,f to the interest he took young ( and said was willing ». part his knowledge of the and llel P on -, ) ks, and spoke ,n « hi lip afl3 oci»tion with the reminiscent vein of his f Peterhead club. He was always ro ,„„ Bowling CTub, and his many be associated with tiu years. (Applause ) rop vote of Mr A Clark Martin. the thanks tne retiring hfld Pn fully rea expect at ions formed of ,, his time, at Used. Mr Davidson hart P- thoU stint to the tention, and enthusiast ll proud intere«?ts of clnb. and of him. the veto Mr Davidson wl Judge Jack thanks, and Mr Cran n( – honour done voiced their appreciation them. to – tea * Tr wis ftlTlT) ioTi«hip, and Mr Bitch’e. winner of the the GreenHauk W. M’Gee, jnn.. w their hospitality. Cup, who wero thanked for thier hospitality
Aberdeen Press and Journal – Wednesday 21 November 1928
MR R. COWIE, PETERHEAD. The took place yesterday at- his residence, 81 Broad Street. Peterhead, of Robert Cowie, who, for many years, carried on bakery business in the town. A native Longside, where served his bakery apprenticeship, was for twenty years foreman at the bakery of tho late Baillio Macintosh, Peterhead, before starting business on his own behalf, fully thirty years ago. He occupied shap3 in Queen Street and Chapel Street and, finally, in Broad Street. He /as regarded as first-class loaf bread maker ?n the days when bakers had to make their own yeast. Of a quiet and retiring disposition, Mr Cowio took part in public affairs, but an enthusiastic member for th# Peterhead Bowling Club, and was an expert first player, representing Peterhead on several occasions against Fraserburgh, in inter-town matches for the Leask-Firilayson trophy. Seventy-four years of age. Mr Cowie is survived his wife and grown-up family of sons and daughters.
Aberdeen Press and Journal – Friday 23 August 1929
PETERHEAD BOWLERS. The Rinks Championship Peterhea-d Bowling Club was won last night a rink consisting of Messrs W. Fordyce, G. M. Ritchie, P. M’Kenzie, and J. Cran (skip), who in the final defeated Messrs A. Sinclair, J. Fellar, W. Cruickshank. and A. C. Martin (skip) the handsome margin of 19 shots. winners an unpromising start, ine fourth head being reached before they got the card, the score then being 5-3 in favour of Martin’s rink. At the ninth head Mr Cran’s rink had increased tlieir total to 14, and from then onwarda they maintained substantial lead. The final totals were 3j16-
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Aberdeen Press and Journal – Saturday 18 January 1930
PETERHEAD BOWLERS. There was a large attendance at the annual meeting of Peterhead Bowling Club, held in the Notth-Eastern Hotel. Baillie Nicol, president, deplored the absence through illness of their hob. secretary, Mr J. H. Phillip, and their auditor. Treasurer Dickie, and expressed the hope that they would soon restored to health. Baillie said the club had fairly sue■Cessful season. They won eight thatches out thirteen, and were able to retain the Leask- Pinlaysoh trophy in the competition with the Fraserburgh club. The trophies and prleok won during the season were presented, including the Greenbank Cop, which was won outright Mr James Cran. The single-handed championship was annexed by Mr Wnl. M‘Gee, jun. The annual accounts showed the club td in very healthy position. Mr John Simpson was appointed president for the ensuing yekr, and Wm. M’lntpsh, vicepresident, and Messrs J. H. Phillip and J. J. Henderson were re-appointed hon. secretary and treasurer respectively. Simpson expressed the club’s appreciation of the services rendered the retiring president. Tea was served, and the remainder of the even* -ing spent in harmony.
Aberdeen Press and Journal – Thursday 17 September 1936
PETERHEAD BOWLING ALLEY SUGGESTION The opinion that public bowling alley was required in Peterhead was expressed Councillor R. S. Dingwall at. the annual presentation prizes of Peterhead Bowling Club last nisht. Councillor Dingwall said the Council nad been doing a good deal for the impro\ enient Peterhead, but he thought that, a public bowling alley was needed. There were many outdoor amusements in summer, and something could done for winter. The alley would certain a big financial success, and the Town Council would help in every way. Councillor Alex. Donald, convener of Links and Parks Committee, welcomed Provost Dickie who handed over the prizes. Treasurer W. M’ D. Gordon and Councillors A. and J. M’Lean also spoke. Before the ceremony the company took part in a hat night for prizes gifted Treasurer Gordon. The winning rink consisted of Joe Bcattie. Councillor Tiiores, John Robb, and Councillor Donald (skip).
Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 09 May 1939
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Aberdeen Press and Journal – Friday 11 June 1943
Peterhead Solicitor YJR A. CLARK MARTIN, soli*** citor, Balmoor Terrace, Peterhead, who died yesterday at the age of seventy, was a leading figure in the business and social life the community for about forty-five years. A native of Peterhead, Mr Martin passed the law agents’ examination in 1895, and three years later set up practice in Peterhead. Subsequently he became a partner in the firm of Alexander and Martins, and latterly was senior partner. For a short time Mr Martin filled the office of town clerk, succeeding the late Mr D. H. Martin. He was an hon. sheriff-substitute and Justice the Peace. He took a deep interest in the Buchan Club and in Peterhead Literary Society. Hiking, angling, and bowling also attracted him and for many years he was skip of Peterhead Bowling Club. Mr Martin is survived by his wife and two daughters, one of whom. Miss Agnes C. Martin, i« also a solicitor and is clerk of Peterhead Area School Management Committee. Frederick Martin. Mintlaw, is brother.
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Aberdeen Evening Express – Saturday 12 November 1983
The Aberdon Touring Club play hosts to Peterhead Bowling Club at the Aberdeen Indoor Club tomorrow their annual sixrink friendly starting at I 30 p.m. A feature of ; the triple* game 1* how many up*eta It can cause —j many an ordinary player can become a genius with that extra bowl! I Also the triples Is a big crowd puller.
Aberdeen Press and Journal – Friday 11 July 1986
PETERHEAD Bowling Club retained the Sinclair Shield last night when they beat Peterhead Victoria in a local derby clash. Results (Peterhead skips first) F Cruden 21. A, Strachan 12; J Ollleaple 15. C. Christie 17. J 8 Smith 25. J Taylor 22; Porter 24. J. Finnic 15; J. Watt 24. N Murlson 16. D Oallon 19. D. Murray 27 Peterhead Viotorta retained the Shield by 25 shots
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Buchan Observer and East Aberdeenshire Advertiser – Tuesday 03 May 1994
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