The Model Yachtsman: Volume 2, Number 12 – March 1930

MODEL ,MACH TSEMAN Bs es A Vol. 2. MONTHLY MAGAZINE FOR MODEL YACHTSMEN. MARCH, No. 12. 1930. EDITORIAL. yes the present number our second volume closes. We wish to thank all our readers both model sailormen and model power-boat men for the generous support afforded us during the two years THE MODEL YACHTSMAN has been in existence. It is our earnest desire to improve and enlarge our magazine, but to do this we must have an increased circulation. It will be to the benefit of our readers and ourselves if this can be brought about. Will every reader endeavour to get us at least one new reader for the start of our Third Volume ? The coming season promises to be one of the best the history of the sport. The big event of the year is, of course, the International Races at Gosport. Entries have been received from France, in Belgium, Latvia and the States. We are sorry that on this occasion Germany will not be represented. Other events of note will be the British A-class Championship which immediately precedes the International Races at Gosport, the Bradford Cup, the Eastbourne Cup and the Glenham Cup. We understand that Scotland will be well represented in these events with possibly the exception of the Eastbourne Cup. The Glenham Cup is a new event. this year and should be very well attended as it is the first really big event that has been held in the London District for the A-class. The 6-metres race at Bradford just before the Bradford Cup should also prove an interesting event. In the power-boat world, we hope to see British modelmen make a determined effort to wrest the laurels for the metre petrol boat class from Mons. Suzor. boat Although we have described this as a petrol class, engine class. it is officially an internal combustion We should like to see this made ‘petrol’ of not higher than a specified degree. In the old days of motor-cycle racing many of the cracks used to run on a mixture of two parts of petrol to one part of ether, and in the model petrol boat the temptation might be to do the same. The adoption of a 36-inch class by the M.Y.A. and the publication of 30-inch and 24-inch designs by the National Junior League mark a big advance in the matter of catering for the rising generation. We have to look to the Juniors for our recruits and any move to bring them into the sport and interest them is a step in the right direction. It has been proposed that we should hold a dinner on April 2 to commemorate the second Anniversary of the publication of our first number, Will those interested please communicate with us. marking the envelopes “Dinner” to save time? _ A subscription form is enclosed with the present num ber—need we say more ? THe Eprror. March 1930 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. & fie Annual General Meeting of the Model Yachting Association was held on Saturday, January 25, in the Whitefriars Room, Anderton’s Hotel, Fleet Street, London, E.C. The chair was taken by the retiring Chairman, Mr. H. B. Tucker, supported by Mr. C. Stansfeld Hicks, (Vice-President), Mr. A. J. Hugo, (Vice-Chairman), Mr. H. C. Whetstone, (Hon. Treasurer), Mr. C. N. Forge, (Hon. Secretary), Mr. E. E. Marshall, (Trustee), and a goodly gathering of model yachtsmen. Amongst those coming from a distance, we noticed Rev. J. T. Poole, the popular Commodore of the Norfolk and Norwich M.Y.C., Mr. Foster, jnr., son of the able and energetic Hon, Secretary of the Birkenhead M.Y.C., and Mr. EBorkett, Hon. Secretary of the Eastbourne M.Y.C_ The meeting was opened by the Chairman striking six bells and calling on the Secretary to read the Notice convening the Meeting. After the minutes had been read, the Chairman gave his report. He stated that as he had acted in the triple capacity of Chairman to the M.Y.A., Hon. Secretary to the I.M.Y.R.A. and Editor of THE MODEL Y ACHTSMAN, he would give a report of each of these activities. He then proceeded to give a summary of the work accomplished by the Association referring to the progress made, new Clubs that had joined the Association, and the past season’s racing. The racing season had been very satisfactory with the exception that the 18-ftr. and 10-metres events had not been well supported and in some cases fallen through. The prospects for the coming season were good, and the Chairman also referred to the gradual rapprochement and understanding that was coming about between the English and Scottish Clubs. In connection with the I.M.Y.R.A. matters in connection with the B-class were referred to. It was explained that every country had a different idea of what was wanted and all put forward different suggestions. The British proposal that the time was not yet ripe when an agreement could be reached was carried unanimously at the Meeting last August. The first British suggestion of the L. and 8. A. class was again referred to at the August meeting but found no support, but neither did any other proposal. The Chairman then proceeded to give a history of THE MODEL YACHTSMAN and heartily thanked the M.Y.A. and its members for their sunport, and asked them to continue and increase it. In this connection, he particularly called members’ attention to the opportunity of advertising important Club and District Races, and asked Clubs to support the magazine in this way. In the discussion that ensued Mr. A. J. Hugo, who had acted as the other British Representative at the I.M.Y.R.A. Meeting, confirmed Mr. Tucker’s remarks that there was no backing for the British proposition of the L. and S.A. rule, and no hope for the present of any unanimity on the subject of a B-class. The Hon. Treasurer then presented the Balance Sheet and commented on the satisfactory financial position of the Association. The distribution of Cups and prizes: was then carried out. The next item on the Agenda was the Election of Officers and Council which resulted :— President, J.Herbert Scrutton, Esq., Vice-Presidents, Adml. O. F. Gillett, C.B., C. Stansfeld Hicks, Esq., V. Graae, Esq. and H. B. Tucker, Esq. ; Chairman, R. A. Leckie, Esq.; Vice-Chairman, A. J. Hugo, Esq. ; Hon. Treasurer, H. C. Whetstone, Esq. (96, Sevington Road, London, N.W.4.) ; Hon. Secretary, C. N. Forge, ge (151, Lichfield Grove, London, N.3.); Auditors, Messrs. H. Hood and A. Littlejohn, snr.; Trustees, Alderman E. W. Lapthorn, J.P. and Mr. ‘E. E. Marshall. Lapthorn, Captain Stewart, E. E. F. Council, Alderman E. W. W. Marshall, Lazell, J. G. Messrs. Feltwell, J. A. W. J. Daniels, A. J. Child, R. S. Harrison, W. H. Davey, H. W. Apling, H. C. Andrews and E. Ambrose. Mr. J. G. Feltwell, 90, Church Road, Barnes, London, S.W. is acting as Racing Secretary to the A-class. All entries for races, applications for Register numbers for the A-class, etc., should, therefore, be sent to him. Mr. Forge, the Hon. Secretary, will attend to all other classes. A letter was then read from Mr. D. McPherson, Hon. Secretary of the Scottish M.Y.A. This letter was written by Mr. McPherson in his capacity as a private individual not as Hon. Secretary to the Scottish M.Y.A. In this Mr. McPherson conveyed fraternal greetings to the model yachtsmen assembled and looked forward to the day when the relations between the M. Y. A. and the Scottish M.Y.A. should be very close indeed.. Mr. McPherson pointed out the gain that would accrue to the sport and to both the bodies concerned by an amalgamation. The sentiments expressed were warmly reciprocated by the Meeting and the Council were directed to get into touch with Mr. McPherson to see what can be arranged. March 1930 A The presentation was then Model Yachtsman. made to the retiring Chairman, Mr. H. B. Tucker. This was carried out by Mr. H. C. Whetstone, who in a very excellent speech referred to the Association as it was when Mr. Tucker took over in 1925 and as it is- to-day, and to the work carried out by the late Chairman. The presentation took the form of a most handsome grandmother clock. Mr. Tucker replied and heartily thanked the Memkers of the Model Yachting Association. (See an Open Letter to the Members of the Model Yachting Association on page 21%). Mr. J. G. Feltwell’s motion, seconded by Mr. H. B. Tucker, was then discussed. After some amendment, it was resolved that clubs with not more than ten or less-than six members may be admitted to memkership cf the Association at the Council’s discretion upon payment of a reduced subscription of 10/6, but their appointed Representatives shall only carry one vote. Mr. H. B. Tucker’s motion, seconded by Mr. J. G. Feltwell that a 36-inch length over all class be added to the list of recognised classes, was then carried. The question of the revision of Rules then came up for discussion. The Council recommended that as the rules for the A-class and I.Y.R.U. classes were published in separate books, the remainder of the Rules being all those for which the M.Y.A. is itself solely responsible, should be published in one book, so that any changes in the I.M. Y. R.A. formula or I. Y.R.U.Rule would not affect the M.Y.A. Rule Book. This was agreed to by the Meeting. After this the rules were gone through in detail from beginning to end. Several very important changes were effected, Briefly. summarised, the changes consist of :— An alteration in the voting powers of the Officers in the Council, a strengthening of the provisions as to the amateur status of skippers and mates, the addition of a rule to govern sailing by divisions, and an alteration in the regulations for deciding ; ties in scoring. Previously the Officers entitled to a vote were the President, Vice-Presidents, Chairman and ViceChairman. Voting power has now been extended to the Hon. Treasurer, Hon. Secretary, Trustees and Official Measurers. The Chairman will now have merely a casting vote instead of his vote as a member and a casting vote in addition. The provision as to amateur status is important one and is :— The skippeis and must in all contests, is one who has not at sailing a model. a very mates of competing yachts be amateurs. An amateur any time received a fee for Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses for a helper are permissatle. In case of doubt the Council of the Model Yachting Association shall judge what constitutes reason- able out-of-pocket expenses. Reasonable out-of- pocket expenses shall be deemed to include fares and hotel expenses only but not payment for services or loss of time. . 209 The alteration in the method of deciding a tie is that instead of awarding the race to the boat with the greatest number of windward boards to her credit, all ties must be sailed off. When this rule was under discussion, Captain Lazell pointed out that the boat with the greatest number of windward boards had actually won a less number of boards than her opponent and that her advantage from her good work to windward had been sufficiently rewarded by the extra points she had gained on these boards. The question of classes to be recognised then came up for settlement. The A-class and 10-rater class were re-adopted without discussion, as was also the 12-metres L.Y.R.U. The conditions under which the ‘Combined’ Class was adopted were then pointed out to the Meeting. The ‘Combined’ Class was adopted for a limited period only on the understanding that it was a temporary expedient and that at the end of the period the best of the three classes composing it was to be adopted. Undoubtedly with the present provisions as to crew weight, the 6-metres is the best of the three, and the Combined Class and the 10-metres were accordingly dropped, leaving the 6 metres as the recognised class for this size and type of boat. Undoubtedly this is rather unfortunate for those who own 10-metres, but if it is desired to maintain the spirit of the LY.R.U. Rule, the Combined Class could not continue. There is nothing to prevent local authorities and clubs putting on races for the Combined Class at their own discretion. With the dropping of the 10-metres class, the ‘Knight’ 10-metres Cup will revert to the Forest Gate M.Y.C. and it was understood from their representatives at the Meeting that a race would be staged this year. The 18-footer class was then dealt with. It was pointed out that this is one of the finest classes of models that we have ever had, but unfortunately the 18-footer National Championship had failed to fill for several years. The beautiful ‘‘Nyria” Cup in 1928 failed to fill and the 1929 race only produced five starters. The clubs possessing these boats were the M.Y.S.A. (Kensington) where there is a very strong class, the Ulster M.Y.C. and the Gosport M.Y.C. Of these, the latter club are to-day concentrating their energies largely on the A-class, and there is little chance of the two former clubs meeting. There was nothing to prevent the M.Y.S.A. and Ulster Clubs continuing to hold club races for the class, and they would be no worse off if they were dropped from the M.Y.A. programme. As the National authority, it was considered to be the duty of the Association to confine itself to classes in which there was the possibility of national competition. The abolition of the class as a national class was very strongly opposed by Mr. A. W. Littlejohn, (Commodore of the M.Y.S.A.) on the ground that it was the best little class we had ever had. The Meeting, however, took the viewpoint 210 . The Model Yachtsman. that as there was no hope of the class reviving so as to produce national competition, it should be left out of the list of Recognised Classes. We may add our own regrets to those of Mr: Littlejohn as the class is certainly a fine one, but must add that we consider it a very wise course for the M.Y.A. to concentrate on one mediumsized class in addition to the simple rule class, (10-rater). The 6-metres has already a firm hold in Scotland and is beginning to make headway in this country. If properly developed, there is no reason why the class should not become universally popular where a medium sized class is desired. The Meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the Chairman. March 1930 It has been hard work, but thanks to the great loyalty and backing given to the Association, it has been pleasant and profitable work. During these five years the Association has made strides and the sport progressed in a wonderful manner. I have been most proud to be your Chairman and I relinquish the position with regret. My reason for not standing for re-election, you most of you know already, but it is simply that my work as Editor of this Magazine takes so much time that I have no leisure to carry out the duties of Chairman also. I hope that I may have the chance © to serve you for many years by running THE MODEL YACHTSMAN, and can assure the Association of my loyal adherence and my wish to further its interest in any way. May I once more thank you very heartily for all NATIONAL 10-RATER CHAMPIONSHIP. This event is being held on March 22nd at Forest Gate commencing at 3-0 p.m. sharp. Entries must be sent to Mr. C. N. Forge, Hon. Secretary, M.Y.A., kindness, Yours sincerely, H. B. TUCKER. not later than March 8th. A LETTER FROM THE NEW CHAIRMAN OF THE MODEL YACHTING ASSOCIATION. The Editor, The Model Yachtsman, Ist February, 1930. Dear Sir, Will you kindly allow me to trespass on your space in order to thank the members of the Model Yachting Association for doing me the honour of electing me, at the last Annual General Meeting, as their Chairman for the present year. I can only say that, of course, I will do my best to carry out my duties and will endeavour always to act impar- tially, to the best of my ability. I am sure I cannot do better than to follow the lead of our esteemed retiring chairman, Mr. H. B. Tucker, whose ability, zeal and enthusiasm for the sport is so well known to all of us. Thanking you for this opportunity of expressing my gratitude for the honour done me, Believe me, Most faithfully yours, R. A. LECKIE. 27, Church Row, N.W.3. AN OPEN LETTER TO MEMBERS OF THE MODEL YACHTING ASSOCIATION AND ITS ASSOCIATED CLUBS. Gentlemen, I have to thank you very heartily for the most handsome presentation which you have made me on my retirement from the Chairmanship of the Model Yachting Association. ‘he article which you chose, a grandmother clock, will be most useful to me for, the rest of my life, and every time it strikes will remind me of the five years I had in office. A Fine Ship Model. (See opposite page). March 1980 The Model Yachtsman. TWO SHIPS AND A FIVE-MASTED 211 SCHOONER. ba photographs, which illustrate this article, are of three models made by Captain H. E. Sullivan, p.s.0., R.N., to whom we are indebted for permission to reproduce them and also for the particulars given. The 80-gun ship illustrated is on a scale of #;in. to foot, and measured 45 inches from figurehead to taffrail. Captain Sullivan got out the drawings for her and then had the bare hull constructed for him by a dockyard ‘matey’ at Chatham about the winter of 1911-1912. He then fitted her up himself as shown in the photograph. Not being altogether satisfied with the result, he decided to | have another hull built and this was completed just before the War. When Captain Sullivan got out | | the drawings for the hull of his first ship, he thought she would be too large to handle, | but when he . | THE FIVE-MASTED SCHOONER. found himself trying to splice packing thread for royal clew-lines, he decided that the next model should be considerably larger. The second ship was accordingly built on a scale of fin. to the foot, giving her an overall length of 61 inches, Captain Sullivan’s first ship was fitted out whilst he was at sea, so he often did not see her for months at a stretch, but he managed to put in some work on her from time to time. The hull of the five-masted schooner is more or less sharpie type, and for stability she is fitted with a double fin and bulb. The lead weighs about 28lbs. Her hull form does not show much when under way. She is somewhat sluggish in light winds but travels well in a heavy blow. This model is 58 inches over all. She is now in process of conversion to a fourmasted barque, and Captain Sullivan is fitting out another hull, which he has, in a similiar manner. CAPT. SULLIVAN’S 80-GUN SHIP. Capt. Sullivan informs us that Mrs. Sullivan has assisted as sailmaker to all his models. The barques are expected to be completed during the next few months, when we hope to have further photographs for publication with a description by the owner. O1D jax THE S.Y. 1930 March The Model Yachtsman. ““TURBINIA.” Some Notes on the original with a Design for a 30-inch Model. By L. Rosryson. N the year 1894, the Marine Steam Turbine Com- pany was formed to develop the application of the steam turbine to marine propulsion. The new Company’s first step was to prepare for the construction of a small yacht with the maximum attainable speed, to prove the suitability of turbines for marine purposes and catch the public eye. It was realised that with the high speeds anticipated, the conventional form of hull would be useless, so Charles Parsons started experimenting with models. Several 24in. models were made and towed in the lake in his grounds at Lynton-on-Tyne by means of a fishing rod and line. Round-sterned models were found too squat, and a type of hull was developed combining a fine entry with a flat run terminating in a broad transom stern. This hull was provided with a fin. x 4in. propeller driven at 18,000 r.p.m., by means of a double-geared rubber motor. Encouraged by the results obtained, the experimenters next made a 6 feet model, which was again rubber driven at 6} knots. Careful measurements of resistance and propeller efficiency at 8,000 r.p.m., were made on this model with crude deat. apparatus. So accurate was the data obtained that these results were later justified to between 2$ and 3 per cent. Such is genius ! The preliminary work completed, the “Turbinia” was designed and laid down in a special yard at Wallsend. She measured 100 feet long by 9 feet beam by 7 feet depth, and displaced 443 tons on a draught of 3 feet. After many difficulties, which included the building of a second set of turbines and a careful investigation of propeller problems, a speed of 344 knots was attained. At that time this wonderful little ship was fitted with nine 18in. x 24in. propellers arranged on three shafts, and developed about 2,000 h.p. The centre shaft was on the centre-line of the ship and the rudder was staggered four inches to port to accommodate this. Now the commend ‘‘Turbinia” her to has model many makers. of models to obtain a good effect. to res form is The prototype was small and simple in her fittings, so the detail on the model will be robust and easily made. Lastly peck ee W.L5 W.L.5S h W.L.3 W.L.2 The essentially one to resist squatting and will stand being driven at the relatively high speeds we demand \ LW. virtues W.LL oA ie \> A \ = ans cee 1 L.Ww.E a ee WL3 We 2s Pr ay _———— WL.1 March 1930 The Model Yachtsman. 213 Rudder , twit Note anise just clear of propeller shagt. ee 10) omni dimensions of 30ins. length by 4ins. beam by 3ins. depth. Apart from this closer spacing of the sections the characteristics of the original have been retained and closely followed in the model. Examining these lines, the reader will note the manner in which the buoyancy has deliberately reduced in the bow in order to keep the bow from rising at speed. In Ee The original ‘Turbinia”’ had a proportion of eleven beams to a length, but in order to get the necessary displacement and stability, the model was given the Curran B knots. 18 offset To port of centre-line e it fills the want of a nippy runabout that is also a little ship. It may be of interest to observe that the approximate scale speed for the 30-inch model would give her an absolute maximum speed of 5} contrast with the bow, the stern is extraordinarily buoyant and the flat run terminates in a vertical These doors opened necessary ventilation. was under weigh. wet a RE ES TE, Oe Another point which may strike the reader is the apparent lack of ventilation below. Actually the deckhouse aft of the funnel had big double doors which outward and provided the Although it is not shown on the plan the deck of the ship was slightly hogged, but even with this she could not have had much headroom below. . of which the lines are given was [30-inch MODEL oF} SY. “TURBINIA® 30ins. by 43ins. by 2}ins., which it drove at ample speed but no torque list. The original ‘“Turbinia’’ was all metal, but the scheme of finish proposed is as follows :—Hull white and black; deck, sycamore with mahogany _L.Rosinson model By The designed to accommodate an existing power plant which had been weighed and tried ina model T.B.D., covering board; funnel, buff; wheel house, light grey; hatches, mahogany. The hull has now been carved out to these lines and looks very well, the Possibly some of our turbine experts might like to build this little hull—and try their hand at a turbine to fit her ? kK KK KOK K 4-33 a. ght tes 33 Qo ? «. “=O cael ase coms nee: i c WV) are full size. Scaled up to the popular meter length, the dimensions come out at approximately 40ins. by isins. by 4in., with a displacement of 94]bs.,—a very convenient figure. Sections on page 212 especially characteristic and size. peculiar stern being fascinating. DIAGONAL section of the transome at this point, and the upper that of the counter. The buttock lines at the stern show the method in which the square transom stern was blended with the overhanging counter. oe BurTrocKk & Fal TR of the plan there are two parts, the lower being the were kept open when the ship BuTfon B Actually the L.W.L. at this point is wider than the deckline, and on section 8 wiat above the transome. 5 transom straight across the ship. For the sake of appearances, the deckline was carried out into a graceful rounded counter ingeniously superimposed 214 The Model March 1230 Yachtsman. For those who wish first-hand information, I would like to commend FUNNEL (Front View) effort. Truly our troubles are consider those of the pioneers. S.Y. “TURBINIA.”’ Details of Funnel. moSOR “The Evolution of the Parsons Steam Turbine,” by Alex. Richardson, wherein will be found a fascinating story of great genius grappling with the many problems which the path of progress Hull form—propeller efficiency— cavitation—turbine efficiency. Each and every one of these presented difficulties which had to be overcome. This history should inspire a disappointed speed merchant or disciple of perfection to fresh of eee wey x ——S: EN ra ——, —#- LONDON JOTTINGS. small when we td F =z asSa ryee For many years Mr. J. E. Cooper has served the Club faithfully and well in the capacity of Hon. FOREST GATE M.Y.C. The twenty-seventh Annual General Meeting of the Club was held in the boathouse on January 11, and was well attended by members. The chair was taken by the Commodore, Mr. W. Bliss, who made a report on the continued progress ‘of the Club and the maintenance of the membership. The chairman also referred to the success of the Club in various open events and congratulated the winners of the Scrutton Cup (W. Kingsmill), Scrutton Consolation Cup (E. Smith), Knight 10m. Cup (J. A. Hunt), Highgate Rose Bowl (R. Harrison), Wivenhoe Bowl (D. Sparke); runners-up in the London 10r. E. also the Regatta, London M.Y. Club’s Race, Dacia Cup, and races in connection with the London M.Y. League. Distribution of prizes won during 1929 was then carried out as follows :— F.G.M.Y.C.’s 10-r. Championship Cup, Knight Cup and Cooper 10m. Cup to W. Kingsmill; Hall Cup to C. E. Hodges; Victory Bowl to R. E. Harrison; Nicholl Prizes: Ist, H. G. Howard ; 2nd, W. Bliss; 3rd, C. E. Hodges. Secretary’s Prizes: Ist, W. J. Hutchinson ; 2nd, H. G. Howard. Dr. Eame’s Prize: H. W. Apling. Commodore’s Prizes: Ist, E. Smith; Commodore’s Prize: 2nd, C. J. Jerram. E. Smith. Cup and Junior’s Cup: C. J. Jerram. were handed to winners of Club races. After election the J. H. Scrutton, Esq.; Esq., D. Nicholl, officers Certificates are :—President : Vice-Presidents: Esq., W. J. Vice- Nicholl (Junior’s) J. Hale, Wheeler, Secretary, but has now found it necessary to retire. The position was filled by the election of Mr. H. W. Apling, 213, Thorold Road, Ilford, Essex. Mr. H. G. Howard was elected as Assistant Hon. Secretary. An interesting discussion arose as to method of calculation of average points. Y.M. 6m. O.A. The first Annual General Meeting of the Club was held at the Ideal Restaurant, Before the proceedings commenced, the chairman produced a gavel and block in the form of a capstan and belaying pin donated anonymously to the Club for the use of the chairman. The minutes were then read and the Chairman then made his report for the past year. He stated that the Club had done exceedingly well and made good progress in respect to membership, which was then rapidly approaching sixty. The new boathouse, which had cost approximately £250, was being paid for rapidly, the amount still outstanding being reduced to £10. He also mentioned the magnificent gift of the President, Mr. T. B. Davis, for the provision of a worthy Club house, but as matters in connection with this are still under discussion, we are as yet unable to give further particulars. The Hon. Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. J. G. Feltwell, then presented the balance sheet and his report. This was adopted and a vote of thanks passed to Mr. Feltwell for his indefatigable work in the interest of the Club. as follows :—President: Messrs. Presidents : J. Gow and W. ‘Kingsmill; Trustees: Messrs. R. H. Elwood and R. E. Harrison. Street, supported by the Hon. Secretary, Mr. J. G. Feltwell. Esq. ; Mr. W. Bliss; Vice-Commodore : Mr. C. E. Hodges ; Hon. Treasurer: G. E. Marett ; Flag Officer and Steward: Mr. W. R. Johnson ; Deputy: Mr. W. J. Hutchinson; Rating Masters : Commodore: Beak London, W., on January 18. The chair was taken by the Club’s Chairman, Mr. E. E. Marshall, The election of officers and committee resulted T. B. Davis, Esq.; Vice- Major M. Heckstall Smith and Captain F. W. Lazell; Chairman: Mr. E. E. Marshall; March 1930 Lt.-Col. Bilderbeck; Yachtsman. Hon. Africa. Arrangements for the Glenham Cup Race were then discussed. The race is for the A-class and will be held on May 17 and 18, starting at 10 a.m, on each day. Entries are limited to three boats per Club, but the home Club reserve the right to fill up the entry with their own yachts to 16 or 18 boats. Entries close on May | and the fee is 2/6 per boat. All clubs affiliated to the M.Y.A. are eligible to enter. The winner will receive a replica of the Glenham Mr. C. Drown, on behalf of the President, presented the Club with the magnificent ‘‘Glenham” Cup. This beautiful Cup is 26 inches high without the plinth and weighs over 101 ounces. It is sur- “Onward,” A-class Model Yacht. Designed by Rea. W. Lance, Southsea. — ee = ee y 4 ATA vai\ Sections—Scale: One-fourth of full-size. Swe Scace 216 mounted by a model yacht in silver. The Cup is named after the President’s son, who is in South Treasurer and Secretary: Mr. J. G. Feltwell; Official Measurers: Messrs. W. J. Daniels and T. Powell; Auditor: Mr. C. Drown; Trustees : Messrs. Marshall and Feltwell; Committee : Messrs. C. H. Adams, K. Phelan, W. J. Daniels, T. Powell and H. C. Whetstone ; House Committee : Lt.-Col. Bilderbeck, Messrs. Adams and Phelan.- NET N Vice-Chairman : The Model IN INCHES 216 The Model Yachtsman. “PROGRESS.” —A-CLASS. Designed by REG. W. LANCE, Southsea. Scale: One-sixth of full-size. Section plan appears on page 218 and Sail plan will be published in our next Number. This design will make a fast and satisfactory Yacht and is eligible to sail in the M.Y.A. British A-class Championship. March 1930 <4 March 1930 Winner The Model Yachtsman. of Second Prize in 217 our Designing Competition. ee ee ing Z ys a ae Dae a oe A re a a L_— Bi ae . INTERNATIONAL Fa Mover ai A CLAss PARTICULARS : Loa LW 12° tm Racine Trin Bean ——— (SAur Waren) #10 (Cxrmene ) Orartr Oisriacenent iso 11° #0 tee (Sact Waren) Rating 39°34 7 WeiguTs . Hue ow Decne & 65 as * Fittinee 3-5 Saus, Spans er Leao 2c Kee 28.0 40-O — ims S s e e e —s is, Ee = cee cee Half-size Blue Prints of this design are obtainable for 12/6, post free, from THE MODEL YACHTSMAN, 218 ; The Cup. Handsome second and third prizes will also be provided. Further particulars will be announced in our advertisement columns nearer the date. A vote of thanks to Mr. H. B. Tucker was then proposed by Mr. W. J. Daniels for his services to the sport during the five years that he had held office as Chairman of the M.Y.A. This was seconded by Mr. H. C. Whetstone and carried. In his reply, Mr. Tucker stated that only lack of time prevented him carrying on. The work of editing THE MODEL YACHTSMAN was more than enough for one man to undertake in his spare time. He asked the help of all model yachtsmen to make the magazine a great success. The Hon. Secretary thanked Mr. Tucker for his remarks and told the members that he considered that the Magazine was a most important factor in the welfare of the sport. He hoped that everyone of them would buy it, and wished THE MODEL YACHTSMAN every success. Mr. H. B. Tucker then presented the Club with the burgee of the newly-formed Scottish A-class Club. A very pretty custom exists on the Continent amongst clubs, particularly yacht clubs. When one club wishes to do honour to another club, it presents that club with its burgee. The burgee is the club flag and embodies the ideals of the club. It was in this spirit and holding out the hand of good friend- ship that the Scottish Club sent their burgee, and it was hoped that the gift would be received with pleasure and the burgee hung in an honoured place in the Club house. Mr. Feltwell replied for the Club and said that he had not fully appreciated before the full significance of the gift of a burgee. He thanked the Scottish A-class Club for their friendly gesture and hoped that as soon as the question of the Club’s own burgee was settled, the Club would reciprocate the courtesy. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the Chairman for his services. THE LONG POND M.Y.C. (CLAPHAM). The Club held a race on January 5 in a nice S.W. breeze, giving a beat and a run. The result was a tie between “ Creole ’’ (—. Hall) and * Hilda ” (F. King, Snr.) with 18 points each. The sail-off was won by “ Creole,” which thus secured the prize. On January 19, another race was held in a strong S.W. breeze. Some very close racing ensued. In the last heat, “‘ Vulean”’ (—. Cherry) succeeded in securing the lead from “ Peggy” (F. King, Jnr.) and thus won the prize. NORTH March Model Yachtsman. OF ENGLAND M.Y.U. BRADFORD M.Y. AND P.B.C. During the excessive drought last summer, the water in Yeadon Dam became very low. Taking advantage of this one week-end the members 1980 removed at least five tons of stones of various sizes from the shores around the Dam. In addition to this the Sailing Club members blew up a number of large boulders in the middle of the fairway. In consequence of these labours, the sailing is excellent now that the water is again at its normal level. The Club consider the Dam to be the best sailing water in the Kingdom, as it is unobstructed by trees and other objects. An event is being staged for the 6-metres class on April 18, for which a Cup has been very generously provided by Mr. Vernon Dawson, and it hoped that Messrs. Smart and Le Flufy will enter again, and also many of the Scottish modelmen. The Club has built a good fleet of the class during the winter and hopes to give the visitors a good race. The Club are also eagerly anticipating the Bradford Cup Race for the A-class on April 19 and 21. The present holder is Mr. W. J. Daniels, but the Club hopes to see this home in Bradford this year. Of course, the Scotsmen may descend in force (as is devoutly hoped) and then we should see a battle royal. The Club hope that the 6-m. event as well as the Bradford Cup Race will be under the egis of the M.Y.A. Full announcement of arrangements will aj pear in our April issue. BIRKENHEAD M.Y.C. The second Annual General Meeting was held on February 3. A goodly company was present and the proceedings were followed with keen interest. The Hon. Secretary, Mr. A. E. Foster, gave his report and sketched the events that led up to the formation of the Club in September 1928 and its progress to date. He stated that the outlook for 1930 was most promising. The report of the Hon. Treasurer was equally satisfactory. The business-like balance sheet was a testimony to the ability of its sponsor. His clear exposition of the Club’s committments led to a revision of the annual subscription, which is now 10s. The election of officers was then carried out. H. Graham White, Esq., M.P., was elected President in succession to Charles Livingston, Esq., R.M.Y.C. The other Officers and the Committee were all re-elected. Innovations were the appointment of a Hones Committee, a Junior Committee and Race Secretaries for the several classes for which the Club caters. It is worthy of note that much store has always " been set by the Junior Section, and their subscription is the low figure of 2/6, in order to induce youngsters to share in the sport. This policy has met with success and Junior events are always wel: contested. It is hoped that some of the A-class will journey to Bradford and perhaps later to Gosport. Eastbourne is about the same width but 700 ft. IN THE MIDLANDS. BEDFORD M.Y.C. The first Annual General Meeting of this Club was held on January 30, Mr. Ansley, the founder, taking the chair. In his speech declaring the meeting open, Mr. Ansley described the progress of the Club since its inception. In the short period of six months, the membership had grown from five to the pleasing figure of thirty, and the fleet now numbered about forty-five yachts. The sport had attracted a great deal of notice locally amongst the general public. Mr. Ansley closed his remarks by paying a tribute to the great amount of hard work done by the ’ Hon. Secretary, Mr. H. Whitworth, and the Commodore, Mr. Welland. The 219 The Model Yachtsman. March 1930 accounts were next read and adopted, Birkenhead is 600 ft. long. We mention long; these three lakes, as we recall the approximate figures, but there are many more that are bigger than the projected Leicester Lake. The Committee at first proposed to have a concrete-lined lake on a site in Coalpit Lane, but the latest proposal is to have a lake bed by a brook. The Leicester M.Y.C. will be very much obliged if other clubs will assist them by sending dimensions of their lakes with a few particulars, such as whether the bottoms are concrete or puddled clay, whether the edges are concrete and whether there is a walk round the lake, etc. These particulars are urgently wanted to lay before the Local Authorities. Will Club Secretaries please communicate with the Hon. Secretary, Mr. J. 8. McKeay, 13, Segrave Road, Leicester. ’ showing a very favourable balance in hand. The business of the election of Officers was then dealt ; Mr. Ansley Chairman: with and resulted: Commodore: Mr. H. Welland; Hon. Secretary : My. H. Whitworth ; Committee : Messrs. Roderick, Rowney, Parrott, and Sears, with Mr. Hayward as representative for the Junior Section. The rules were read and adopted. Much satisfaction was manifest when it was announced that permission had been obtained to use the “ Bedford Eagle” on the Club bargee. It was emphasized that full attention was to be given to the Junior Section, and instruction and racing arranged for them. The Meeting was closed by a short speech by the Commodore, who expressed his pleasure at the progress made by the Club, and how honoured he felt at his election as first commodore. Mr. Welland thanked Mr. Roderick for his very interesting paper on building, sailing and rating. In closing his remarks the Commodore made a strong appeal to all members to become subscribers to “that very worthy and interesting paper, THE MODEL _ YACHTSMAN.” It is interesting to add that during its short life the Club has already been presented with three very fine trophies for racing. Many members have prolonged the season and sailed their boats right through the winter, enjoying a very good head of water in the lake and strong favourable winds. x —" ou = Ss= SOUTHERN NOTES. SOUTHAMPTON CHALLENGE SHIELD. (WEDNESDAY SECTION). The race for the Fourth Round of the above shield took place on February 5. Four yachts were entered but the “‘Pentyrch” was withdrawn an hour before the start. When the competitors came to the line at 2-30 p.m., a very stiff breeze was blowing from the N.E., and the remaining three yachts were compelled to carry storm canvas. As there were only three yachts left in the race, it was decided to race these together and award points as foliows:— Run: 3rd., 1 pt. Beat: Ist., 3 pts. 2nd., 2pts. Ist.,4 pts. 2nd.,3 pts. 3rd., 2 pts. The result was :—‘Dorothy” (A. L. Bath), 39 pts. “Maureen” (Wm. Farrer), 25 pts., ‘‘Waterlily” (Wm. Breltow), 25. Possible 42 points. The skipper of “Dorothy” is highly to be con- gratulated as he sailed a most excellent race. Both the other yachts were also going very well at times. W.RB.F. LEICESTER M.Y.C. A new model yachting lake in Leicester is pro- jected by the Parks Committee. The lake projected was 300 ft. long by 100 ft. wide, but, unfortunately, some of the local economists seem to think that this lake is on the large side and wish to cut it down with a view to curtailing the expense. We can assure the Leicester Parks Committee that this is about the smallest size of lake that is any use for the purpose. If it could be made 400 ft. by 100 ft., it would be a great deal better. The lake at Gosport ‘is 800.ft. long by 200 ft. wide. PROSPECT THE OF A CANADIAN ENTRY FOR 1931 GOSPORT REGATTA. Following on the entry of “Miss South Africa” of the Durban M.Y.C., representing South Africa in the British Championship, comes the news that the Vancouver M.Y.C. have under contemplation sending a yacht to participate in the 1931 races. We greatly hope that one day not so long hence we shall see a boat from the Dominions or Colonies upholding the 220 The Model March 1930 British colours in the International Races. South Africa” ‘‘Miss although she did not do so well at Yachtsman. Gosport this last summer, has steadily been im- proving and has won a number of races at Surbiton. We expect to see her making the running pretty WITH THE POWER BOAT r mle hotly this year. FS NEWS FROM CANADA. The Vancouver M.Y.C. was founded in 1922 and until January 3 this year was known as the Independent M.Y.C., when the name was changed to the above. The first year of its foundation the Club used the old length and sail area rule, but since then have used the following classes :— A-class—L.W.L. + Extreme Beam + Draught not to exceed 35 ins. Sail Area not to exceed 300 sq. ins. B-class—L.W.L. 35 ins. + E.B. + D. not to exceed + D. not to exceed §.A. 500 sq. ins. C-class—L.W.L. +. E.B. 45 ins. §.A. 750 sq. ins. D-class—L.W.L. “+ E.B. + THE MODEL POWER BOAT ASSOCIATION. The Annual General Meeting will be held at Headquarters, “The King and Queen,’ Foley Street, off Great Portland Street, London, W., on Saturday, the 15th inst. The Committee meet at 6 o’clock and the General Meeting starts at 6-30 p.m. It is hoped that all Members will attend as the fixtures and other important business figure on the Agenda. season’s D. not to exceed 55 ins. §.A. 1,000 sq. ins. E-class—L.W.L. + E.B. + D. not to exceed 65 ins. S.A. 1,600 sq. ins. F-class—L.W.L. + E.B. + D. not to exceed 75 ins. S.A. 2,500 sq. ins. All the Club’s F-class models will measure into the B-class of the Model Yacht Racing Association of North America. All races are sailed round a triangular course and are from two to four miles in length, according to the class competing. In all races the models are handled by their skippers from skiffs. Races are held weekly. We should be glad to have further news of this Club. We hope that the Club may adopt the I.M.Y.R.A. A-class, as we are sure that they will find this is a most satisfactory class. Plenty of good designs are available nowadays, including those published through THE MODEL YACHTSMAN, and the Club probably have plenty of excellent talent available locally. R. JACKSON, Hon. Secretary, The Model Power Boat Association 72, Constantine Road, London, N.W. 3. VICTORIA MODEL STEAMBOAT CLUB. The Annual General Meeting of the above club was held at the Morpeth Castle Hotel on January 5. After the minutes of the last General Meeting had been read and passed, the Balance Sheet was read. This showed the extent of the club’s activities during the past season and a very creditable balance in hand for the coming year. The Chairman in his report of the year’s work satisfactory increase in the speeds attained and the increase in the number of prototype models. commented on the The Hon. Secretary pointed out that during the past year quite a number of new members had been enrolled and said that he looked forward to an even greater number during the coming year. The President congratulated the club on its successful participation in inter-club events but added that he would like to see still more members at these meetings. NATIONAL JUNIOR LEAGUE: Plans for two one-design classes have been pre- pared and tested. These designs are now offered to the public. The first is known as the “X”’ class and is a 24-inch sailing punt. Plans (containing full constructional details), 2/6 post free, from the Organiser. The second, known as the “Y” class, is a 30-inch model based on the celebrated A-class yacht ‘‘Frolic.” Further details will be announced in the next issue of THE MODEL. YACHTSMAN. The Organiser of the N.J.L. is Mr. G. Colman Green, 26, Capel Road, London, E.7, who will be glad to hear from those interested. A vote of thanks was passed to the gentlemen who had held office during 1929, and the business of electing a new Committee was proceeded with. After the election, the Officers and Committee are :—President, Mr. F. T. Pierson ; Chairman, Mr. Hayday; Treasurer, Mr. E. Godirey; Hon. Secretary, Mr. W. Poole; Locker Secretary, Mr. H. Harris ; Flag Officer and Store Keeper (Jointly), Messrs. A. Pierson and A. Davis; Auditors, Messrs. J. Skingley and Blaney; Committee, Messrs. Vanner, Clifford, A. Skingley, A. Davis and Franklin. Delegates to M.P.B.A., Messrs. A. Pierson and J. Skingley. (continued on page 222). . _. The Model Yachtsman. 221 Deck bo bask band 63.97 March 1930 SailplenA ) / Mainsal 3 delyacht Seate 1:4 Bat 534 Foretriangle 32520, 08s Vi7725 + 42.4 Sail Plan of ‘‘Mussolini,’” A-class. Designed by Sam. O. Brrex, Norway. The lines of this model appeared in the February _ number of THE MODEL YACHTSMAN. {274 Sqins. : 504.5 --— 17725 Squs 222 . The Model Yachtsman. Suggestions to the new Committee were then made; and it was agreed that the owners of speed boats should be invited to attend the first Committee Meeting with a view to discussing what steps should be taken in order to prevent accidents with these boats. It was resolved that a Half-Yearly General Meeting should be held at the end of June. The exact date will be announced in due course. March 1930 getting a good deal of speed, limited as to space. even though he is It is not at all surprising to hear that the boats were one of the most popular features of the Exhibition, and that on several occasions it was necessary to close down in order to disperse the crowds that gathered to watch the performance. VIC. It is a matter of uncertainty whether the sport was enjoyed most by the general public or the MODEL POWER BOATS AT THE ‘DAILY MAIL’ SCHOOLBOYS’ EXHIBITION. members of. the M.P.B.A., but certainly there was no falling off in the attendance of members anxious to assist Mr. Jackson and Mr. Vanner in keeping As this Exhibition was open from December 31 to January 8, it is rather late to refer to it, but the writer feels that the model power boat world owes a debt of gratitude to the promoters for taking the risk of building the tank for display purposes. The advertisement thus given to the sport cannot but have a most beneficial effect, and demonstrated to the beginner what can be done with quite a limited amount of water. On the afternoon and evening prior to the opening of the Exhibition, a number of enthusiasts assembled to test the possibilities of the available space, and find out how the boats would behave with safety and comfort for the public. Several well-known boats were tried out at varying speeds and notes were taken for guidance whilst the Exhibition was open. Before leaving one or two of the Exhibition Officials expressed a wish to see the extreme speed at which a boat would travel in such a small circle. The now well-known ‘“Cissie IV’ was started up and opened out a bit more. Everyone was most thrilled to see her careering round, and incidentally she put up a record of 25.5 m.p.h. After a round or two, the wash and spray gave the bystanders all the thrills they wished. This demonstration proved that no really enthusiastic amateur need dispair of the waves moving in the tank ! ONLOOKER. WEST LONDON MP.B.C. The Annual] General Meeting of the above Club was held on January 26. After the usual routine business had been transacted, the election of officers for the coming year took place and resulted :— Chairman, Mr. J. P. Oakley; Vice-Chairman, Mr. Wilby; Committee, Messrs. P. Anderson, W. Buller, and 8. Holtop ; Hon. Secretary and Treasurer, Mr. W. Thornton Parry, 2a, Ennismore Garden Mews, South Kensington, S.W.7. Mr. Buller having scored the highest number of points for the year was duly presented with the Annual Trophy Cup. As he has now won the Cup on three occasions, this Cup now becomes Mr. Buller’s property. Mr. Buller also won the Cup presented by the Club to members for the highest aggregate score for the year at the Model Power Boat Association Regattas. The fixtures for the coming season will shortly be announeed on this page. New members will be welcomed at the Club’s sailing water (Round Pond, Kensington), any Sunday morning. W.T2? Our Scottish Page & By Wanzi hanya Sometime ago the writer promised to give a few notes on the Shire Association. This promise we have now much pleasure in redeeming. Towards the end of 1928, the members of the Paisley M.Y.C. formulated a scheme whereby the Scottish Clubs outside Glasgow might enjoy a little more inter-club racing. It was felt that there were several clubs which were not too far from each other, which might with advantage be brought together occasionally. Finally Ayrshire, Dumbart- onshire and Renfrewshire were boundaries of the new Association. selected as the Jt was considered that these counties were sufficient as otherwise the Association might well outgrow its purpose and do more harm than good. Mr. WiJliam Hutchinson was elected Commodore, Mr. P, T. Jones as Vice-Commodore and Mr. A. H. Muir as Secretary. The Commodore and Secretary both belong to the Paisley Club in which they hold similar offices. The Vice-Commodore is the worthy The March 1930 head of the Greenock M.Y.C. The Commodore very sportingly donated a handsome trophy for annual competition, photograph of which appears on this page. As will be seen, it is a very handsome silver cup of an appropriate waterlily design. 223 Model Yachtsman. Commopore W. HuTcHINsoN, as G. WW. Munro sees him. The clubs are to compete each year with teams of 12-metres a Jf ~~ and 6-metres. Last year, however, the race was limited to 12’s and will be the same in the coming ia a season. AW _. Last year’s regatta was held at Paisley and the home club carried off the honours with an aggregate of 54 points to Kilmarnock’s 48, Clydebank’s 42, Gourock’s 34 and Port Glasgow’s 22. Up to the i" SAS! A\\\ ZX Mow Fi, present the Ayr and Greenock M. Y. Clubs have not joined the Association but it is hoped that they Zi, may do so.in the near future. For some reason the Dumbarton Club did not compete last year, but the Association will be very pleased if the club enters this year. — Oo. sn ~ Ss ‘i ”, The Paisley M.Y.C. has a young relative called the Johnstone M.Y.C. This young club has already joined the Association but so far has not made its debut in inter-club racing. It will be seen from the foregoing notes that the Shire Association is quite a healthy affair considering that it has only been going one season and is confined to three counties. The Commodore has very kindly under- taken to supply prizes for the three highest scorers this year and next. The Regatta will be held at Kilmarnock on July 26 commencing at 3-15 p.m. It is hoped that there will be a good turn out and excellent sport may be enjoyed. * * * 6 * * RITA TROPH TERRE Mawes, YACHT As Next month, a full report of the S.M.Y.A. Annual Spring Meeting will appear in these columns. Several important items appear on the Agenda including the discussion of Rules. Scotland. This is a vexed point in Another interesting discussion will be on the duties*of the Commodore. For the sake of the Officer himself it is well that his duties should be defined. When the critics agree with him, he is considered to be doing his duty excellently, but if they disagree, then the Commodore is sure to be considered to have exceeded the limit! The Commodore’s lot is not a happy one! but it is to be hoped that this discussion may be beneficial. NOTICE The ‘‘Rita’’ Trophy. For Competition in the Shire Association. TO READERS. We have been obliged to hold over till our April number the following :—Burgees of some Scottish Model Yacht Clubs, Some Power Boat Experiences, the M.Y. ‘Kittihawk,” also letters from Sampbhire, Cissie IV, Armorist, etc. 224, The Model Yachtsman. March 1930 CORRESPONDENCE. AN IMPROVED SHEET FASTENER. Dear Sir, The bowsie universally used for adjusting the running and beating sheets of all model racing yachts is by no means a_ perfect mechanism. It is practically necessary that it shall run on a jack line of cotton, flax, or other textile material, and such a line soon becomes defective by developing thin spots or little lumps, and they vary greatly with the weather. Having experienced these troubles with attendant slipping, I thought’ it worth while to try an experiment. I have, therefore, designed and made some “ quick action screw clamps, and substituted a flexible brass wire jack line for the ordinary cord. The clamps slide along the jack line freely, and grip it securely with a twist of the locking-nut. The gear is fitted on “* Nyria,”” and the second time I had her out with it was in a race, in a very rough = wind, which I was fortunate enough to win. Her competitors had trouble with slipping sheets ; ** Nyria”’ had not. I certainly think the new gadget helped me to win that race. especially as a few weeks previously I most assuredly lost one race, if not two, owing to the slipping of my sheets, then fitted with the usual bowsies. Thinking it may be of general interest to your readers, I enclose a sketch showing the arrangement. On ‘‘ Nyria,” as one clamp is required to pass the other, a double jack line is fitted. I have only shown one line in the sketch. I shall be pleased to answer any queries concerning it from anyone sufficiently interested to write to me. Yours, etc., E. MARK ROBINSON, 3, Beckton Road, London, E.16. BOOM Jack Line runnung sheets 7 Locking Nuls— When a nom de plume is adopted, the correct MOO . WACHLaan en in Te MODEL Title Page and Index for Volume II, Price 9d., post free. Binding Cases complete with Title Page and Index. Price 2/-, post free. Binding (including Case, Title Page and Index). 6/-, post free. Bound Volumes °f THE MODEL YACHTS.- MAN, Vol. I, Price 12/6, post free. 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