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- Four new clubs were established in Jarrow-on-Tyne, Maryport, Carnarvon, and Menai Bridge. 50 yachts competed at Kingston M.Y.C., while the Maggie defended its title in Port Glasgow.
- The American yacht Mayflower won the first trial to compete against the British challenger Galatea for the America Cup.
- A review recommends T. H. Holding’s new book on Scottish canoe cruising.
- The issue includes comparisons of Galatea to its American rivals and a design for a 20-ton model yacht.
- Discussions focused on whether displacement (actual weight) is a better measurement rule than tonnage or length.

- A new club was formed at Holyhead, Kingston M.Y.C. reported regatta results, Port Glasgow M.Y.C. hosted an annual regatta
- A proposal was launched to raise £50 for a 10-ton model yacht challenge trophy to encourage inter-club competition.
- Discussions include the "America Cup," specifically comparing the performance of the British yacht Galatea against American "skimming dish" designs.
- A lead-weighted rudder is highlighted as a reliable automatic steering device.
- Detailed sail plans are provided for a 10-ton model yacht and a design for a twin-screw steamboat.
- The correspondence section features ongoing debates between advocates of "length" versus "tonnage" rules for fair racing.

- The issue features extensive reports from prominent clubs, Kingston M.Y.C., and Serpentine M.Y.C..
- Port Glasgow M.Y.C.: The issue details the competition for the Cameron Challenge Cup.
- Notes on the Royal Canoe Club's activities and tips for cruising in the summer months.
- This issue includes a design for a 10-ton model yacht, featuring a lines plan and sail plan intended for competitive racing.
- Debate the effectiveness of the "weighted rudder" versus other automatic steering methods popular at the time.
- Addresses the ongoing controversy over measurement rules, specifically how to fairly handicap boats of different proportions (the "length" vs. "tonnage" rules).

- Discussing the merits of tonnage versus length classification, the editor reassures builders that the 10-ton class (Y.R.A. rule) remains a safe standard for current racing.
- The issue is dedicated to "The Shipperies," an exhibition opened by Queen Victoria. It featured a massive collection of naval architecture, including Inflexible and Umbria
- Detailed race results from across the UK, including the Kingston M.Y.C., Victoria, Manchester, and Glasgow clubs.
- A detailed sketch and element table for the "Tara," a 5-ton racing cutter designed by W.E.C. Phelps, comparing its displacement and dimensions to the famous 10-tonner Saraband.
- Technical sketch of the Mohican Canoe Sail.

- The Serpentine Club faced a significant challenge after losing its boat-house in Hyde Park.
- The Broughty Ferry Model Yacht Club held a successful three-day exhibition in April featuring a large number of 10-ton models
- Efforts are underway to raise £50 annually for a national challenge trophy
- Race results are included for various organizations, London M.Y.C., Kingston and Portsmouth clubs.
- Illustrated sail plans for a Model Schooner and a Block Island Rig, both contributed by designer J. du V. Grosvenor.
- A lively debate among members regarding the merits of different measurement standards, such as the "1730" and "240" rules.