GORTON STREET GAZETTE Photo caption: Ted and Dave Nicholls. Roy and Pete Sulway. Alan and Doug Wooller. Eccles RFC rugby family #homegrown Extracts from the Eccles RFC committee minute books: 10th May, 1982, 40 years ago Emergency lighting had been obtained and would be fitted by Mr. E. Nicholls (our Ted). 14th March, 1977, 45 years ago Bowdon players going away without a bath. Discussion took place, "water hot enough etc.". If this was the case, Secretary to write to Bowdon expressing apologies as this had happened before ! 17th April, 1967, 55 years ago A.R. Gilbody proposed that at the following A.G.M., H. Broomhead be made an Hon, Life Member in recognition of his past services to the club. Seconded by the President (R. W. Hampson). All in favour. 10th March, 1952, 70 years ago The water in the bath was lukewarm on Saturday though it was still running in hot. It was decided that no cold water be put in the bath to start with. An invitation had been received from the Manchester club asking us to participate in their Sevens. It was agreed to accept. 17th March, 1952, 70 years ago Resolution proposed by A. R. Gilbody and seconded by E. S. Mayor that Tom Povey and Frank Yates to be elected to Hon. Life Membership in recognition of their long and meritorous services to the club. This was agreed unanimously. Match results v Metro Vicks - 3 wins. 1st XV won 13-8, "A"XV won 14-3, Extra "A" won 23-3
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