Following are some of the more interesting minutes mentioned at club meetings .All meetings were opened with the reading of previous minutes and the treasurer's report and carried.
Meeting held at Redhead Memorial Hall 13-2-1947.
Moved and seconded that executives enquire on [1] turf wicket, [2] water for turf wicket. Suggested by R. Miller that a start be made on the ground.
Moved and seconded that working parties be formed.
Moved and seconded that work start at 1:30pm Saturday 15-2-47 under D.Kane.
Suggested that ladies be approached in the matter of forming a ladies social committee, following ladies suggested:- Mrs Lennox, Mrs Single, Mrs Norton, Mrs Alexander, Mrs Holbrook.
Moved and seconded that a raffle in aid of funds be held.
Mr T. Miller was approached and replied that he would supply 1lb of tobacco papers and matches for the raffle.
An offer was made by Mrs Single to the club of a Guernsey for raffling purposes.
Suggestions were called for as to boundaries of the cricket club.
Moved and seconded that there be a local boundary (i.e. Redhead residents only).
An amendment was called in connection with local boundary.
Moved and seconded that local boundary include Dudley, the amendment was placed before the meeting and carried by 10 votes to 9.
Moved and seconded that the people of Dudley be notified of arrangements and invitations be called for from interested people.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 20-2-1947.
Moved and seconded that soil be obtained to level ground.
Moved and seconded that Mr Brownley be approached in the matter of obtaining ashes to be used as filling for oval.
Moved and seconded that foundation members be regarded as life members.
Decided to have cardigan donated by Mrs Single made of grey wool.
Moved and seconded that annual meeting be held in Redhead Memorial Hall on the 1st Thursday in August 1947.
Moved and seconded that 2/3rds majority be needed in acceptance of future membership.
Mr Kitson at meeting gave an offer of a trophy for best batting average and bowling average in coming season. This offer was accepted and a motion of thanks passed.
Moved and seconded that a whist drive and dance be held in aid of funds.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 23-2-1947.
Arrangements were made for whist drive and dance. Motion carried to approach known musicians, failing this local talent was decided upon.
Mr.Brownley was approached about filling and found to be most unresponsive.
A delegation of Mr. D.Kane and Mr. B.Cowie was elected to reapproach Mr. Brownley about the filling for ground.
Police Boys Cricket Club loaned certain items of cricket gear to the club.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held at Redhead Memorial Hall 13-2-1947.
Moved and seconded that executives enquire on [1] turf wicket, [2] water for turf wicket. Suggested by R. Miller that a start be made on the ground.
Moved and seconded that working parties be formed.
Moved and seconded that work start at 1:30pm Saturday 15-2-47 under D.Kane.
Suggested that ladies be approached in the matter of forming a ladies social committee, following ladies suggested:- Mrs Lennox, Mrs Single, Mrs Norton, Mrs Alexander, Mrs Holbrook.
Moved and seconded that a raffle in aid of funds be held.
Mr T. Miller was approached and replied that he would supply 1lb of tobacco papers and matches for the raffle.
An offer was made by Mrs Single to the club of a Guernsey for raffling purposes.
Suggestions were called for as to boundaries of the cricket club.
Moved and seconded that there be a local boundary (i.e. Redhead residents only).
An amendment was called in connection with local boundary.
Moved and seconded that local boundary include Dudley, the amendment was placed before the meeting and carried by 10 votes to 9.
Moved and seconded that the people of Dudley be notified of arrangements and invitations be called for from interested people.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 20-2-1947.
Moved and seconded that soil be obtained to level ground.
Moved and seconded that Mr Brownley be approached in the matter of obtaining ashes to be used as filling for oval.
Moved and seconded that foundation members be regarded as life members.
Decided to have cardigan donated by Mrs Single made of grey wool.
Moved and seconded that annual meeting be held in Redhead Memorial Hall on the 1st Thursday in August 1947.
Moved and seconded that 2/3rds majority be needed in acceptance of future membership.
Mr Kitson at meeting gave an offer of a trophy for best batting average and bowling average in coming season. This offer was accepted and a motion of thanks passed.
Moved and seconded that a whist drive and dance be held in aid of funds.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 23-2-1947.
Arrangements were made for whist drive and dance. Motion carried to approach known musicians, failing this local talent was decided upon.
Mr.Brownley was approached about filling and found to be most unresponsive.
A delegation of Mr. D.Kane and Mr. B.Cowie was elected to reapproach Mr. Brownley about the filling for ground.
Police Boys Cricket Club loaned certain items of cricket gear to the club.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 10-3-1947.
A discussion was held regarding filling of ground and it was decided that discussion be kept in abeyance for 2 weeks.
Moved and seconded that cost of prizes at social evenings be increased, i.e. that prizes for first 14 games be bettered, that specials be carried on as usual but more expensive, that cash prizes be given on a 50/50 basis.
Moved and seconded that for good of club generally, games and tournaments be held periodically consisting of:- shuttlecock, table tennis, coyts with a special gathering and bobs tournaments every second week at the home of Mrs Blick.
Moved and seconded that arrangements for social gatherings and tournaments be left in abeyance till gear required be obtained All members will take part in social events.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 20-3-1947.
A team from Newcastle has been invited to play a social game on 23rd March.
Suggestions were called for in regards to afternoon tea, to be provided for social match to be held next Sunday.
Moved and seconded that drinks (soft) and cakes be purchased. Club members to pay 6 pence (5c) each.
An amendment was moved and seconded that one shilling (10c) per player be paid with each player to attempt to help by providing an item for afternoon tea.
The amendment and motion were put before the meeting and amendment carried unanimously.
Moved and seconded that P.Shepheard be approached regarding drinks for afternoon tea.
An amendment was moved and seconded that shops Taskers and Millers be approached regarding drinks.
Motion and amendment put to meeting, and motion carried unanimously.
Moved and seconded that paper cups be provided for afternoon tea. Carried.
Moved and seconded that ladies committee be asked to administrate distribution of cakes and drinks on Sunday. Ladies accepted.
Moved and seconded that motion regarding refinement of local boundaries be obtained.
Moved and seconded that anyone outside of Redhead/Dudley be allowed players membership upon acceptance of a 2/3rd majority of members present at meeting when above mentioned players be nominated. Carried.
Moved and seconded that jumper provided by Mrs Single be raffled as soon as possible.
Moved and seconded that raffle tickets be sold at 3pence (3c) each or 5 for 1shilling. (10c)
Mr Norman Liles offered his services regarding umpiring to C&S umpires association. Nominated by Redhead Cricket Club. Letter written to Mr N.Pascoe regarding nomination.
Next social evening to be held in home of Mr D.Kane.
Meeting closed.
(All teams had to nominate an umpire to the C&S Umpires Assoc. 2 teams, 2 umpires to be nominated).
Meeting held 3-4-1947.
Moved and seconded that a delegation be sent to the council meeting, enquiring into top dressing of outfield, and supply of water to proposed cricket ground.
Moved and seconded that sheds be erected on proposed cricket ground.
Moved and seconded that a vote of thanks be made to the Kane family for use of their home for last social evening.
Moved and seconded that next social evening be held 10-4-47 at the home of Mrs Blick.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 20-5-1947.
Moved and seconded that notice of motion regarding boundaries be put.
Motion was put and was carried unanimously in favour of retaining local boundaries.
Decided that a working bee be held on Saturday morning 24-5-47 all members to attend.
Moved and seconded that a delegation be sent to a public meeting called to deal with town improvements and progress.
Moved and seconded that Matron Lovell and Mrs Nichol are approached regarding judging at a dance to be held 23rd May.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 2-7-1947.
A recommendation was received from the committee of town improvements, regarding joining with other sporting bodies in the Redhead National Fitness campaign.
Moved and seconded that 2 delegates be sent to a meeting with intent to vegetate and express willingness to join the national fitness campaign, then await developments.
Moved and seconded that Saturday work be continued on the oval. (Note- work not continued due to lack of water).
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 14-7-1947.
Delegates report was heard regarding National Fitness and was decided to join other sporting bodies under this heading under an agreement of a constitution to be formulated.
Moved and seconded that council be given 1 week to reply to correspondence, if satisfactory reply not forthcoming a deputation to be sent to earliest council meeting.
Discussion was held regarding obtaining of gear. 4 bats, 6 pads including w/keeper pads, 6 stumps and bails, balls, w/ keeper gloves, inners and w/keepers protector.
Moved and seconded that two ¾ size bats be purchased with gear mentioned in discussion but purchases be withheld till after national fitness amalgamation.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held ……..? (No date)
Moved and seconded that a deputation be formed and inquire by phone from the shire engineer, the approximate date for visit of grader to level outfield. If not satisfactory answer deputation to be sent to earliest council meeting.
Moved and seconded that suggestion regarding use of a truck be accepted.
Moved and seconded that C&S be reminded of our intention to join competition.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 13-8-1947.
Moved and seconded that B. Cowie, G. Liles & B. Kempthorne represent the club at the C&S annual meeting.
Moved and seconded that MR. & Mrs Miller, Miss Richardson and G.Liles be nominated as delegates to the national fitness committee.
Moved and seconded that equipment (cricket gear) be purchased as soon as possible along with a cricket bag, after ringing Mr. S.Delves from national fitness.
Moved and seconded that W.Dobbins be appointed gear steward.
Moved and seconded that secretary be empowered to arrange practice matches, prior to season commencing.
Moved and seconded that secretary post notices regarding work on oval, and to contact Mr. T.Parish as regards to the use of his horse.
Meeting closed.
ANNUAL MEETING 27-8-1947
Officers elected for coming year.
Mr. I.Allomes and Mr.R.Miller were elected as auditors to audit treasures books.
Moved and seconded that the fees payable for forthcoming season be 10 shillings ($1) for player members. Under the age of 18 years be 5 shillings (50c) per player member and 2 shillings (20c) for non playing membership.
An amendment moved and seconded was put that membership fee be 10 shillings ($1) for all playing members irrespective of age.
The amendment and motion was put and the motion was carried.
The constitution was reviewed and revised as follows:-
Moved and seconded that unfinancial members shall have no part in business discussion or participate in games until they are financial.
Moved and seconded that any member without reasonable excuse who fails to attend working bees on ground, be suspended from playing for a fortnight, decision to be in hands of full meeting.
Moved and seconded that jumper be drawn at first competition match.
Moved and seconded that we enter a D grade team. Carried.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 2-10-1947.
Moved and seconded that Bob Cowie be elected to the selection committee and Norm Liles and D.Kane be asked to act as selectors for next Saturday's game and with a view to forming a selection committee.
Moved and seconded that secretary write to the progress association regarding the press report in paper headed "Shire President Visits Rredhead", and ask for an explanation and for the council to define how they were responsible for the work carried out on RCC ground improvement .
Moved and seconded that practice is every Tuesday and Thursday.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 16-10-1947.
Moved and seconded that secretary write to association and ask them to relax ruling of wearing creams in lower grades.
Moved and seconded that Mr.G. Booth be written to and thanked for his offer of a roller and be made an honorary member, non paying member of the club. Mr. T.Miller offered his truck to carry the roller from Charlestown to the ground.
Moved and seconded that we leave the matter of turf wicket in abeyance until we obtain Mr. McCafferys ideas and that we approach Mr. Goldie of Whitebridge and ask his opinion of laying a turf wicket.
Moved and seconded that practice gear be left at the butchers shop.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 3-12-1947.
Moved and seconded that the practice gear be left at Bob Cowies and must be returned there and no other residence after practice.
Moved and seconded that a fee of 22 shillings ($2.20) be paid each week to curator once we start playing on turf wicket.
Moved and seconded that secretary writes to Kurri Kurri secretary and makes arrangements with their club for a picnic match first at Kurri Kurri then to have a return match at Redhead oval early in the new year when the turf wicket is playable.
Moved and seconded that 5 shillings (50c) be refunded to Jim Fallins as he wish not to remain a playing member.
Discussion was then held regarding junior players.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 15-12-1947.
Moved and seconded that Mr. D.Kane be allotted money to procure batting gloves if possible, also balls.
Moved and seconded that K.Wiltshire and B.Fallins be accepted into the club.
Moved and seconded that any member playing with another team should not have power to vote in meetings till he is a financial and paying member of the club.
Moved and seconded that any ill feeling to the two club members regarding non attendance at a competition match be dropped.
Moved and seconded that any member selected to play for Redhead in competition cricket, failing to attend the game be dropped from future games unless that player advise selectors before the Thursday preceding the match or with a legitimate explanation, to be fronted at a fully constituted meeting.
Discussion held on fitness of C&S grounds.
Moved and seconded that discussion regarding fitness of grounds be adjourned till our own ground be available.
Moved and seconded that T.Boswell be accepted as a 2 shilling (20c) member.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 8-1-1948.
Moved and seconded that we ask council for soil for wicket and outfield.
Moved and seconded that letters of appreciation be sent to Mr Clark and Mr. Heley for use of tools in levelling outfield.
Moved and seconded that 2 pound ($4) be paid to Mr Richardson for work done on outfield.
Moved and seconded that we approach shopkeepers asking them to provide drinks at cost price for home matches.
Moved and seconded that we hold a dance and card evening at a future date.
Moved and seconded that the arrangements for the dance be left in the hands of the social committee (one member dissented).
Meeting closed.
Meeting held ..........? (No date)
Moved and seconded that we approach carter and order 10 tons of Maitland soil for outfield, and enough wicket soil to form a wicket, be purchased.
Moved and seconded that we carry a spare pair of pads.
Moved and seconded that we request a 20ft x 10ft dressing shed.
Moved and seconded that we approach members for a subscription to help financial matters.
Moved and seconded that secretary be given permission to inspect roller and buy if necessary.
Meeting closed.
End of 1947/48 season.
A discussion was held regarding filling of ground and it was decided that discussion be kept in abeyance for 2 weeks.
Moved and seconded that cost of prizes at social evenings be increased, i.e. that prizes for first 14 games be bettered, that specials be carried on as usual but more expensive, that cash prizes be given on a 50/50 basis.
Moved and seconded that for good of club generally, games and tournaments be held periodically consisting of:- shuttlecock, table tennis, coyts with a special gathering and bobs tournaments every second week at the home of Mrs Blick.
Moved and seconded that arrangements for social gatherings and tournaments be left in abeyance till gear required be obtained All members will take part in social events.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 20-3-1947.
A team from Newcastle has been invited to play a social game on 23rd March.
Suggestions were called for in regards to afternoon tea, to be provided for social match to be held next Sunday.
Moved and seconded that drinks (soft) and cakes be purchased. Club members to pay 6 pence (5c) each.
An amendment was moved and seconded that one shilling (10c) per player be paid with each player to attempt to help by providing an item for afternoon tea.
The amendment and motion were put before the meeting and amendment carried unanimously.
Moved and seconded that P.Shepheard be approached regarding drinks for afternoon tea.
An amendment was moved and seconded that shops Taskers and Millers be approached regarding drinks.
Motion and amendment put to meeting, and motion carried unanimously.
Moved and seconded that paper cups be provided for afternoon tea. Carried.
Moved and seconded that ladies committee be asked to administrate distribution of cakes and drinks on Sunday. Ladies accepted.
Moved and seconded that motion regarding refinement of local boundaries be obtained.
Moved and seconded that anyone outside of Redhead/Dudley be allowed players membership upon acceptance of a 2/3rd majority of members present at meeting when above mentioned players be nominated. Carried.
Moved and seconded that jumper provided by Mrs Single be raffled as soon as possible.
Moved and seconded that raffle tickets be sold at 3pence (3c) each or 5 for 1shilling. (10c)
Mr Norman Liles offered his services regarding umpiring to C&S umpires association. Nominated by Redhead Cricket Club. Letter written to Mr N.Pascoe regarding nomination.
Next social evening to be held in home of Mr D.Kane.
Meeting closed.
(All teams had to nominate an umpire to the C&S Umpires Assoc. 2 teams, 2 umpires to be nominated).
Meeting held 3-4-1947.
Moved and seconded that a delegation be sent to the council meeting, enquiring into top dressing of outfield, and supply of water to proposed cricket ground.
Moved and seconded that sheds be erected on proposed cricket ground.
Moved and seconded that a vote of thanks be made to the Kane family for use of their home for last social evening.
Moved and seconded that next social evening be held 10-4-47 at the home of Mrs Blick.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 20-5-1947.
Moved and seconded that notice of motion regarding boundaries be put.
Motion was put and was carried unanimously in favour of retaining local boundaries.
Decided that a working bee be held on Saturday morning 24-5-47 all members to attend.
Moved and seconded that a delegation be sent to a public meeting called to deal with town improvements and progress.
Moved and seconded that Matron Lovell and Mrs Nichol are approached regarding judging at a dance to be held 23rd May.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 2-7-1947.
A recommendation was received from the committee of town improvements, regarding joining with other sporting bodies in the Redhead National Fitness campaign.
Moved and seconded that 2 delegates be sent to a meeting with intent to vegetate and express willingness to join the national fitness campaign, then await developments.
Moved and seconded that Saturday work be continued on the oval. (Note- work not continued due to lack of water).
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 14-7-1947.
Delegates report was heard regarding National Fitness and was decided to join other sporting bodies under this heading under an agreement of a constitution to be formulated.
Moved and seconded that council be given 1 week to reply to correspondence, if satisfactory reply not forthcoming a deputation to be sent to earliest council meeting.
Discussion was held regarding obtaining of gear. 4 bats, 6 pads including w/keeper pads, 6 stumps and bails, balls, w/ keeper gloves, inners and w/keepers protector.
Moved and seconded that two ¾ size bats be purchased with gear mentioned in discussion but purchases be withheld till after national fitness amalgamation.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held ……..? (No date)
Moved and seconded that a deputation be formed and inquire by phone from the shire engineer, the approximate date for visit of grader to level outfield. If not satisfactory answer deputation to be sent to earliest council meeting.
Moved and seconded that suggestion regarding use of a truck be accepted.
Moved and seconded that C&S be reminded of our intention to join competition.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 13-8-1947.
Moved and seconded that B. Cowie, G. Liles & B. Kempthorne represent the club at the C&S annual meeting.
Moved and seconded that MR. & Mrs Miller, Miss Richardson and G.Liles be nominated as delegates to the national fitness committee.
Moved and seconded that equipment (cricket gear) be purchased as soon as possible along with a cricket bag, after ringing Mr. S.Delves from national fitness.
Moved and seconded that W.Dobbins be appointed gear steward.
Moved and seconded that secretary be empowered to arrange practice matches, prior to season commencing.
Moved and seconded that secretary post notices regarding work on oval, and to contact Mr. T.Parish as regards to the use of his horse.
Meeting closed.
ANNUAL MEETING 27-8-1947
Officers elected for coming year.
Mr. I.Allomes and Mr.R.Miller were elected as auditors to audit treasures books.
Moved and seconded that the fees payable for forthcoming season be 10 shillings ($1) for player members. Under the age of 18 years be 5 shillings (50c) per player member and 2 shillings (20c) for non playing membership.
An amendment moved and seconded was put that membership fee be 10 shillings ($1) for all playing members irrespective of age.
The amendment and motion was put and the motion was carried.
The constitution was reviewed and revised as follows:-
Moved and seconded that unfinancial members shall have no part in business discussion or participate in games until they are financial.
Moved and seconded that any member without reasonable excuse who fails to attend working bees on ground, be suspended from playing for a fortnight, decision to be in hands of full meeting.
Moved and seconded that jumper be drawn at first competition match.
Moved and seconded that we enter a D grade team. Carried.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 2-10-1947.
Moved and seconded that Bob Cowie be elected to the selection committee and Norm Liles and D.Kane be asked to act as selectors for next Saturday's game and with a view to forming a selection committee.
Moved and seconded that secretary write to the progress association regarding the press report in paper headed "Shire President Visits Rredhead", and ask for an explanation and for the council to define how they were responsible for the work carried out on RCC ground improvement .
Moved and seconded that practice is every Tuesday and Thursday.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 16-10-1947.
Moved and seconded that secretary write to association and ask them to relax ruling of wearing creams in lower grades.
Moved and seconded that Mr.G. Booth be written to and thanked for his offer of a roller and be made an honorary member, non paying member of the club. Mr. T.Miller offered his truck to carry the roller from Charlestown to the ground.
Moved and seconded that we leave the matter of turf wicket in abeyance until we obtain Mr. McCafferys ideas and that we approach Mr. Goldie of Whitebridge and ask his opinion of laying a turf wicket.
Moved and seconded that practice gear be left at the butchers shop.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 3-12-1947.
Moved and seconded that the practice gear be left at Bob Cowies and must be returned there and no other residence after practice.
Moved and seconded that a fee of 22 shillings ($2.20) be paid each week to curator once we start playing on turf wicket.
Moved and seconded that secretary writes to Kurri Kurri secretary and makes arrangements with their club for a picnic match first at Kurri Kurri then to have a return match at Redhead oval early in the new year when the turf wicket is playable.
Moved and seconded that 5 shillings (50c) be refunded to Jim Fallins as he wish not to remain a playing member.
Discussion was then held regarding junior players.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 15-12-1947.
Moved and seconded that Mr. D.Kane be allotted money to procure batting gloves if possible, also balls.
Moved and seconded that K.Wiltshire and B.Fallins be accepted into the club.
Moved and seconded that any member playing with another team should not have power to vote in meetings till he is a financial and paying member of the club.
Moved and seconded that any ill feeling to the two club members regarding non attendance at a competition match be dropped.
Moved and seconded that any member selected to play for Redhead in competition cricket, failing to attend the game be dropped from future games unless that player advise selectors before the Thursday preceding the match or with a legitimate explanation, to be fronted at a fully constituted meeting.
Discussion held on fitness of C&S grounds.
Moved and seconded that discussion regarding fitness of grounds be adjourned till our own ground be available.
Moved and seconded that T.Boswell be accepted as a 2 shilling (20c) member.
Meeting closed.
Meeting held 8-1-1948.
Moved and seconded that we ask council for soil for wicket and outfield.
Moved and seconded that letters of appreciation be sent to Mr Clark and Mr. Heley for use of tools in levelling outfield.
Moved and seconded that 2 pound ($4) be paid to Mr Richardson for work done on outfield.
Moved and seconded that we approach shopkeepers asking them to provide drinks at cost price for home matches.
Moved and seconded that we hold a dance and card evening at a future date.
Moved and seconded that the arrangements for the dance be left in the hands of the social committee (one member dissented).
Meeting closed.
Meeting held ..........? (No date)
Moved and seconded that we approach carter and order 10 tons of Maitland soil for outfield, and enough wicket soil to form a wicket, be purchased.
Moved and seconded that we carry a spare pair of pads.
Moved and seconded that we request a 20ft x 10ft dressing shed.
Moved and seconded that we approach members for a subscription to help financial matters.
Moved and seconded that secretary be given permission to inspect roller and buy if necessary.
Meeting closed.
End of 1947/48 season.
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