My mother having a sort out of old bits and pieces came across a “Lions Club” magazine for Jersey, from February 1971, which has some interesting material in it.
What is remarkable in this report is that they are prepared to drop a fund raising proposal by a tobacco company because of the dangers of smoking, and put principle above funds. I found that admirable.
Here’s a selection and some of the advertising material:
January Monthly Meeting
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| John Stilwell |
THE Monthly Dinner commenced at 8.10 p.m. and the business session was called to order by President John Stilwell after the loyal toast at 9.00 p.m.
The president started by welcoming Lion George Lillington from Bristol, Andrew Millett of the Jersey Tobacco Company and Chris Sheehan, the candidate for induction.
INDUCTION
The induction of Chris Sheehan then took place with Douglas Begg reading the Code of Ethics and David Ratel reading the ideals of Lionism.
PRESENTATION
The President then presented John Wishart with the badge awarded for introducing Ralph Renouf during the January meeting of last year. Members were reminded of the visit by the Nantes Club to Jersey on the 17th and 18th April. The President appealed for as many Lions as possible to assist in returning the hospitality which was given to Jersey Lions when they visited Nantes.
ACCOUNTS
Harry Clarke explained the Cash flow and budget statements; he also commented on the rather unhappy position of the Administration Account. The cost of production and distribution of the Magazine being considerably increased was a contributory cause. With regard to the Magazine, Jim Scriven explained that the increase in magazine costs was partly due to the fact that some 250 copies were sent all over the world. He then went on to say that if however the members wished to " ignore " this aspect of the magazine, he, as the person who was responsible for the considerable amount of work in addressing and dispatching of the magazine, would welcome their decision.
Johnnie Johnson then queried the Convention cost. The President replying said that this year this could be £150.
Bill Watkins enquired about the club supplies figure, which was afterwards explained as being due to the cost of bannerettes, an expenditure which would not recur for some years.
In reply to a question by Les Read, Harry Clarke then explained that the figure of £303 outstanding to the club was due for dinner moneys and advertising. Leslie Read suggested that these debts should be chased up. The treasurer reported that all dinner moneys were now in hand.
Johnnie Johnson however congratulated Harry Clarke on his explanation of the accounts.
Commenting on the financial situation of the club, the President forcefully recommended that members should go out to make the club pay and not be complacent.
DONATIONS
The President announced that he had received a cheque for £110 from Mr. John Gay, the owner of the Savoy Hotel, as a donation for club charities. Mr. Gay then was asked to come forward and was greeted with standing ovation by club members. He accepted the President's invitation to join the members at their next dinner meeting.
LEO CLUB
Stan Clayton was then congratulated by the President on behalf of himself, the District Governor and Club on the formation of the Leo Club.
ACTIVITIES
Adrian Troy reporting, firstly added his congratulations to Stan Clayton on the formation of the Leo Club. Continuing, Adrian reported that although the kindling wood project had yielded 140 bags of wood, the disappointing nonattendance by some Lions obviously affected the result. The wood, plus 140 bags of coal which were donated anonymously, were all kindly delivered by the Jersey Coal Distributors.
The erection of a fence in the garden of an elderly lady at Five Oaks was successfully carried out by members with Alan Le Feuvre in charge.
The next activity is the manufacture of cardboard " boulders " for the use during the re-enacting of the battle of Mont Orgueil Castle which is to take place on the 15th May. All members are asked to make at least four each and deliver them either to Keith Bower or preferably to George Pallot at Tantivy, 10 The Parade.
A rosta for other requirements would be circulated to members. Referring to support for activities, the President deplored lack of effort made by some members with regard to the Social Security Survey.
Jim Scriven reported that he was now Secretary at Brig-y-don and that there were certain gardening requirements and he was appealing for plants. The President suggested that Stan Clayton might make this a job for the Leo Club.
FUND RAISING
Colin Journeaux stressed the need for more effort in getting members for the '500 Club.' At the moment they were 120 members short-and as the draw must take place, this could have serious effect on the Club resources.
The President then introduced Andrew Millett of the Jersey Tobacco Company, who was present to explain the project for raising money by collecting the tops of Players No. 6 cigarette packets. The Jersey Tobacco Company guaranteed a donation of £450 for up to 108,000 tops collected and 1d. each over this quantity, the monies to be used for playground facilities for Brig-y-don, Sacred Coeur and La Preference.
Answers were given by Mr. Millett to several questions raised.
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| Bob Smale |
Bob Smale, with much force, recommended that the members think again about this project, bearing in mind the recent report on the harmful effects of smoking, and the example the club would be setting for children and the public in general.
The President commented that although this idea was conceived before the report, one should be practical and not just panic in the light of a shock report.
At this point, Jim Scriven said that if the Club adopted this form of fund raising, he would resign and have nothing more to do with Lionism.
Mike Troy, Les Read, Dave Ratel and several other Lions said that they would not wish to be connected with this idea.
Harry Clarke asked how far the club was committed with this project - explanation that it was decided upon by the Directors last November was given by the President.
Colin Journeaux agreed that now even he had doubts as to the advisability of proceeding with the idea.
The President then apologised to Andrew Millett for the change in mind of the club, as he saw it. Mike Rumfitt suggested that the club re-imburse the Jersey Tobacco Company for any expenses in preparing this project, but Andrew Millett said this would not be necessary.
Jim Scriven then proposed that the club should have nothing to do with the project; this was seconded by Bob Smale. The vote was taken and proved overwhelming in favour of the proposition.
Colin Journeaux then returned to the matter of the '500 Club.'
David Miles stated that £3,000 had been placed on deposit with Williams and Glyn's Bank Ltd. At 6 per cent. Humorous comment was made as to the reason for only 6 per cent, which was explained by Ray Sidaway as being due to the fact that the deposit was on a 7 day call basis.
The President then thanked Bob Smale for the £10 6s. (£10.30) donation which his children had been able to make as a result of their carolling efforts.
SOCIAL
Philip Daubeney expressed disappointment at the support for the Charter Night, although a profit of £30 11s. 2d. (£30.56) had been made.
The Christmas party had been well attended and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Special thanks to Bob and Daphne Smale, and Johnnie Johnson for acting as M.C.
The President asked everyone to make a special note of the dates for the Nantes visit 17th/ 18th April and the visit on the 15th May by the Sealed Knot.
Also, the Charter Night for the Leo Club would be the second Monday in March, which would also be the visit of the District Governor.
WELFARE
John Wishart reported on work done. Mike Troy made special mention of the gift by one of the dockers of a radio to an old lady at St. Clement. The President expressed his appreciation at the support the club always received from the dockers in these matters.
GRAND VAUX
Mike Troy informed the members of the discussions held at the Centre concerning the rental liability which it was established was the responsibility of the Management and Finance Committee of the Centre. Explanation was also given as to how finance was raised through rentals.
Johnnie Johnson offered his services as Secretary to the Finance Committee of the Centre. Assistance was also offered by Jim Scriven and Colin Journeaux and was gratefully accepted.
MAISON DES LANDES
Stan Clayton reported that all was going well.
MEDIC ALERT
John Abraham reported steady progress.
MAGAZINE
Jim Scriven appealed for magazine material. He also apologised that the magazine was not available for the meeting owing to pressure of work at the printers, out that it would be circulated as soon as possible.
MAY FESTIVAL
The President outlined the basic ideas and requirements which have already been mentioned during the Activities report.
MAJOR PROJECT
Explanations were given for the projects as reported in the December magazine.
Harry Clarke said that as the M.O.H. has similar plans for a Health Centre for the Aged, he thought this idea should be dropped.
John Wishart explained the Youth Hostel idea. Visiting Lion George Lillington recommended that someone should visit the centre at Porthcawl, South Wales, to see what had been done there. Alike Troy then suggested that this project might be handed over to the Variety Club.
Ray Bellows commented on the idea for a Home for Aged Gentlemen, saying that of all the facilities for Aged People in Jersey, very few catered for these requirements.
Johnnie Johnson suggested some thought be given to what appears to be a lack of playground facilities in the east of the Island.
The President then requested that any other ideas for major projects be sent to the Editor of the Magazine for publication. George Pallot suggested that before any further project concerning help for Mentally or Physically Handicapped Children be considered, some research should be made into requirements and what is already available on the mainland.
The business meeting was then closed at midnight.
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