Morning journal and courier., 1890-03-07
NEW HAVEN ATHLETIC CLUB.

NEW HAVEN ATHLETIC CLUE. The Prosperous Condition That This |
 Organization is in, With . Member. l
 ship of one Hundred and sevensy- |
 Much Interest In she Preparatiens
 for the Coming Annual Exhibition l
 Wishes KxpFessed for . New Buila-
 ing.
 The New Haven Athletic club, better l known to the public as the gymnasium and by it's members more familiarly designated "the Gym.," has since its organization in 1874 occupied quarters in the Exchange building, corner Church and Chapel streets. It was formed by number of young mon who felt the need of proper accommodations and suitable apparatus for physical dsvelop- ment and improvement. The hall in Ex- change building was selected for its location, being centrally situated and of sufficient size to meet the requirements of those interested. Many of those who were active in its organic zation are now among our prominent mon in business and in professional life. and the tes- timony is universal that the advantages of membership in the gymnasium have greatly contributed to success in their respective callings. Upon its organization the gyMna- sium took its place as ono of the valuable institutions of New Haven; its membership ciated in tho enterprise great. During its existence Of sixteen years 1t is safe to say that 1t has been of great advantage to the young men of the city, affordipg modern convent enoes for physical training as well e place of resort for members, free from any objections whatever. The present membership of the club is 170, the largest yet attained, and is IL. >.G. Ik- Al 20 and 30; it is strong financially and the character and standing of its members are excellent and not surpassed by those of any similar organization In the country. It's healthful condition is proof that the enter. prise of its founders was we'll directed, and furnished to the young men of the city that which was much needed, and in the posses- sion of which they have shown marked ap. preciation. Tho institution has been grow ing one and the very large membership and interest displayed at this time, show clearly that the present management is active and meeting the requirements of all who enjoy tho privilege of well equipped gym- from 8 to 9:30 o'clock, during the fall, win. ter and spring, Professor Teichert and his assistant give instruction, without charge, to members who desire it in the use of tho appar- atus, of which thess is . large variety. Pros lessor Teichert is an excellent gymnast, and competent teacher, and his classes are, in consequence very large. To remain an hour to mako our wish that he was young again, for the exercises are very interesting and the proficiency of many members in the use of the apparatus is great. On Tuesday evenings MT. William Dunn gives instruc.
 tions in sparring, and very many take ad- vantage of the opportunity to gain points in the art of self defense. The club Is equipped -{S ', 1ok shn hAkh hau | in which may be found the daily and weekly papers aud magazines, . piano for those who enjoy music and tables for those who care to play game of whist, and is lighted with in- candescsnt electric lights. Outside of this room, on the gallery floor, Is a billiard table which probably has more use than any other table in the city. At this time the members are preparing for tho annual exhibition, which is usually given during the latter part of March. and. in consequence, there is much interest taken among those who expect to take part that the various events may at the time named, be up to the proper exhibition edge. It is good time to !ook on. Tho apartments is often discussed among the members, and it l. their ambition to have . building erected nuitabls for membership of 400 or 500, one affofding ample room for all necessary apparatus, and rooms for reading, billiards, and club purposes, ae well as suitable Dasnss sWimmInS tank, and bowling alleys all under one roof and have bsen prominently interested in tho club from its organization that such building would pay . very high rate of interest on the investmept and that 1t could be run with i'm itiation fee and dues not greatly in excess of those now exacted. The present management are firm in the belief that building of this character would enable the club in very short time to take rank with the foremost in the country. and they believe that 1t will bs built. It is we'll worth considering and af- fordss an opportunity for onesor more enter pfising gentlemen of means to make an in- vestment which will without doubt be pay. ipp one and at ths same time confer lasting benefit on the young men of the city. The present oficers are; w. H. BhoWn president, Geofge w. Hum 6rst yiee pre.idsnts A. R. 6pi46 ascond vice presiaapt, II. Q.sMard tIooG4tgs , ps 1akex TIM