1060 win the PGLA Annual Indoor Bowling
On Sunday 12 February 2012 at The Ambassador Indoor Bowling in Prestwick, the PGLA Annual Indoor Bowling competition, sponsored by Gordon Middleton and Patrick & Thomson Building Supplies Ltd., was won by Prestwick 1060. The runners up were Tarbolton (Kilwinning) St James 135.
The winning rink were Skip John Keir, John Dillet, Jim McKean and Jim Bauldie.
Prizes were presented by the RWPGM Bro. Archie Chalmers and the competition was organized by PSPGM Bro. Archie Patrick.
Photograph by Stewart Cruickshank
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On Sunday 12 February 2012 at The Ambassador Indoor Bowling in Prestwick, the PGLA Annual Indoor Bowling competition, sponsored by Gordon Middleton and Patrick & Thomson Building Supplies Ltd., was won by Prestwick 1060. The runners up were Tarbolton (Kilwinning) St James 135.
The winning rink were Skip John Keir, John Dillet, Jim McKean and Jim Bauldie.
Prizes were presented by the RWPGM Bro. Archie Chalmers and the competition was organized by PSPGM Bro. Archie Patrick.
Photograph by Stewart Cruickshank
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On Thursday 26 January 2012 the RWM Willie Harper received a deputation from the P.G. Lodge of Ayrshire headed by the RWPGM Archie Chalmers into the lodge. A further deputation from our sister lodge Wallace St. Hugh No. 1212 headed by their RWM Willie Crate entered the lodge and claimed the Travelling Mallet.
After the conclusion of the business Bro. Archie gave a short and interesting lecture on Freemasonry. This was followed by a Talk, including photographs and videos, about all aspects of the R.N.L.I. by the RWM of Girvan St. John’s No. 237 Bro. Robert McMaster, who is the Coxswain of Girvan lifeboat.
In order to show our appreciation Bro. Willie presented Bro. Robert with a cheque for £100.00 towards R.N.L.I. funds.
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Annual Installation 17 December 2011
A big thank you to all who attended
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The annual bowling match between Prestwick Bowling Club and Lodge Prestwick 1060 on Saturday 27 August 2011 at Midton Road raised a total of £1060 on behalf of the Oncology Unit at Ayr Hospital.
The support from our members and friends was greatly appreciated and the donations of raffle prizes helped to swell the proceeds.
See Charity Presentations page.
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Troon Walk 2011
The annual sponsored walk from Troon to Prestwick took place on Sunday 19 June 2011. Only three made it on the day due to other commitments. Brother Roddy Macleod walked during the week previous and Brother Jamie Walker the week after. Once again we had a great response from our very generous supporters and a total of £1162.00 was raised. Please check out the "Presentations page".
The photograph from left to right is Bro. Secretary John Swiatek, Bro. John Trousdale PM and joint founder of the walk and Bro. Alex Whannel Treasurer.
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The photograph from left to right is Bro. Secretary John Swiatek, Bro. John Trousdale PM and joint founder of the walk and Bro. Alex Whannel Treasurer.
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PGL Quiz 2011
1060 have won the Annual PGL Quiz held on 14 May in Barr Castle Social Club.
The "Maggie Mays" included R.W.M. Phil Radwell, his wife Margaret and Treasurer Alex Whannel and his wife Evelyn.
The night was hosted by DPGM Robert Little with RWM Liam Stewart asking the questions.
PGM Archie Chalmers presented the cup to Bro. Phil.
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"Land of Burns Salver"
On Sunday 17 April 2011 a new PGL singles golf competition took place at Ballochmyle Golf Club. The competition was organised by Bro. Milton Fleming of Cumnock 230 assisted by Bros. Jim Davidson and John Shirkie Of Tarbolton 135.
The photograph shows PM Robert McLauchlan modestly accepting the silverware from PGM Archie Chalmers. Also in the photograph are Milton and Robert Little DPGM.
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Photograph courtesy of PGM Archie Chalmers.
The photograph shows PM Robert McLauchlan modestly accepting the silverware from PGM Archie Chalmers. Also in the photograph are Milton and Robert Little DPGM.
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Photograph courtesy of PGM Archie Chalmers.
Strawberry Hill No 946
On the weekend 18th and 19th February, Brother Treasurer Alex Whannel and Brother Robert Whannel accompanied by their wives, represented the Lodge at Strawberry Hill Lodge No 946 Ladies’ Festival at Bournemouth.
They were made most welcome by their hosts Worshipful Master Brother Fred Galbraith and his wife Carole.
Friday evening dinner was followed by a ceilidh and Saturday was a “Black Tie Dinner and Dance”.
Fundraising activities over the weekend were for the benefit of the Haemophilia Society.
( The photograph shows Bros. Robert and Alex along with WM Bro. Fred and a number of weel kent members of Lodge Strawberry Hill)
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The Masters' Walk 2010
Bro. Architect Lawrie Hainey represented 1060 this year accompanied by his wife Shiela and Bro. Treasurer Alex. Whannel and his wife Evelyn. Lawrie said "This is a lot shorter than I normally walk, but it was a real pleasure to be with such a happy lot. It was a great day and the hospitality provided by Lodge Darvel was very welcome. A big vote of thanks is due to our members for the £77 sponsorship".
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Troon Walk Sun 6 June 2010.
Seven brethren and a "Lewis" took part this year. The amount raised will be published once all the money is in. (See Charity Presentations page).
The photographs show the brethren setting out, having a well deserved refreshment at Prestwick Bowling Club, and I.P.M. Robert McLauchlan congratulating Jamie Walker and his son Jayden.
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JOHN H RALSTON MEMORIAL BOWLING COMPETITION
Lodge Prestwick No. 1060 comprising Archie Patrick, Drew Rankine, Don Sharp and skip Ian Williamson have won the inaugural “John H. Ralston” bowling competition.
Runners up were a team from 202, comprising John McIlwraith, Sam Rice, Harry Stirling and skip Theo Waterside.
RWPGM Bro Archibald Chalmers presented the individual trophies, which were provided by 1060, to the runners up and the winners.
Bro. Bill Bannerman PM of Lodge Blantyre presented the Quaich and whisky to the winners. Bill and John Ralston started the relationship between 202 and 557.
Mrs Ralston presented the John Husk Ralston Trophy to the winners. Proceeds from the event amounted to £900.00 and were augmented by a donation of £100.00 from Jonathon Oliver PM of 557. Mrs Ralston has requested that this money be given to Help for Heroes.
PPGM Bro. John was an honorary member of Lodge Prestwick 1060.
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Runners up were a team from 202, comprising John McIlwraith, Sam Rice, Harry Stirling and skip Theo Waterside.
RWPGM Bro Archibald Chalmers presented the individual trophies, which were provided by 1060, to the runners up and the winners.
Bro. Bill Bannerman PM of Lodge Blantyre presented the Quaich and whisky to the winners. Bill and John Ralston started the relationship between 202 and 557.
Mrs Ralston presented the John Husk Ralston Trophy to the winners. Proceeds from the event amounted to £900.00 and were augmented by a donation of £100.00 from Jonathon Oliver PM of 557. Mrs Ralston has requested that this money be given to Help for Heroes.
PPGM Bro. John was an honorary member of Lodge Prestwick 1060.
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PGL of Ayrshire Book Launch
RWM Archie Patrick, WSW Phil Radwell, P.M. Drew Rankine and Treasurer Alex.Whannel at the PGLA Book Launch on Sat 22 May 2010
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Strawberryhill Presentation
At the last meeting of our Centenary year the Worshipful Master of Strawberryhill No.946 EC Bro Fred Galbraith accompanied by PM's Ron Sharpe and Stewart MacKay presented a beautiful set of Working Tools complete with a magnificent case to Right Worshipful Master Bro Archie Patrick. Also in the photograph are WSW Philip Radwell and IPM Robert McLaughlan.
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Indoor Winners 2010
David Reid - Drew Rankine - Iain Williamson - Archie Patrick
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Archie with Tom Cairns and Andy McGiffen winners of the Provincial Golf competition.
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1060 claim the Travelling Mallet for the last meeting of their Centenary Year
Photograph courtesy of P.G.M. Bro. Archie Chalmers.
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Installation picture Left to right
SPGM Nevil Clark, DPGM Robert Little, Bro. Jim McLauchlan PM 1060, RWM Robert McLauchlan, Bro. John Trousdale PM 1060, Bro. John Swaitek PM Sec. 1060, PPGM John Ralston, PG Sec. Robert Stewart.
