The Washington herald., 1910-06-10

The members of the Columbia Country
night in gOodly numbers. A smoker had
been planned by the board of governors
In order to afford an opportunity to pre-
sent TO the members a report on the
progress which has been made In the
construction Of the clubhouse and in
the development Of the golf links on the
club property situated In Connecticut
avenue extended, just beyond Chevy
Chase The large attendance, despite the
inclemency OF the weather, indicated the
interest in the organization. and the en-
thusiasm manifested as the reports were
submitted was most gratifying.
Mr.. Henry L. West, the president of
the club, In his opening remarks. stated
that the meeting had been called for the
purpose Of bringing the members to-
gether, and especially TO demonstrate
that the promises which had been made
when the club held its last meeting had
been redeemed and that the clubhouse
was now a reality. Photographs were
shown Of the new building so far ad-
vanced that the rafters of the roof were
in position, while the panoramic view Of
tAlN IbAa DC CllUAEu Li4dl Tie were
fast assuming the characteristics Of
golf course. These Photographs aroused
the highest degree of enthusiasm. as
few OF tie members had any idea OF the
work which had been accomplished.
Reports of Work Accomplished.
Mr. Joseph NJ Stoddard. chairman of
the building committee, stated that even
greater progress would have been made
bat for the inciement weather, while Mt
z, p. Eynon, IT., chairman Of the green
committee, reported that the grounds
were in such an advanced condition that
they would be ready for play, if need be-
within a few weeks. Mr.. Benjamin
Woodruff, secretary of the club and
chairman OF the finance committee, re-
ported that the club membership had
reached the 800 mark, lacking only 100 Of
the limit which had been determined
upon. He said that the interest in the
membership was constantly growing, and
that IL would not be long before there
would be a waiting list. He also re-
ported that the finances of the organiza-
ton were in excellent condition, and add
ed that when the additional hundred
members were. secured every obligation
would be met without difficulty. His re-
marks were received with great applause
and many members OF the club an
nouDced that they were IN receipt of ap-
plications for membership. 1t was stated
that the new clubhouse would be model
in every respect. and that its extent, 50
by 165 feet, would afford ample capacity
II will be furnished with every conyen-
fence, and viii be a country club which
viii be credit to the National Capital.
Presentation to Mr.. Francis.
During the evening Mr.. Thomas Francis.
who has served during many tourna-
ments as clerk Of the course, and who is
very popular with the members, was pre-
scented with a beautiful coffee set OF
French china cups in silver holders, with
a silver urn and a silver tray. The
presentation speech was most happily
made by Mr.. John E. Wi,kie. the former
president OF the Columbia Golf Club.
who spoke in high terms OF the work of
Mr. Francis In connection with the many
tournaments Of the club. Mr.. Francis
responded feelingly, and the incident was
greatly enjoyed by the large attendance.
The evening was brought 10 a pleasant
conclusion by songs by Messrs. Nolan
and Thompson and others, with Mr. John
Porter Lawrence at the piano. and with
a happy and eloquent address by ex-
Senator John NJ Thurston. who wittily
related his own golf experiences and elO-
quently portrayed the good comradeshfp
Of the game Altogether the occasion
was a delightful reunion and the mem
bers Of the club are anticipating q
Thanksgiving celebration in the club
house next fall.