Chairman's day out 2018

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Published: Monday, 14 May 2018 12:07

May 10 saw the annual Chairman's Day out which this year saw members and friends of the Club head to the very famous Churchill War Rooms in Central London behind Downing Street. It was a fascinating insight into how Government was run when London was in the midst of the Blitz. There was also inside a well curated exhibition by the Imperial War museum into Churchill himself where even in wartime his savage approach and wit was legendary.

In true form afterwards we enjoyed a superb Club Secretary's lunch at the favourite Victory Services Club in Marble Arch. The after dinner speaker gave us a wonderful appraisal of the much written about Battle of Jutland in 1916.

The 39 Club members and friends who attended the day certainly learnt more about both world wars and the strategy involved in overcoming adversity.

A historical and very memorable day out with wonderful company. I wonder what treat we will have in store for next year?

 

39 Club Annual Spring Lunch 2018

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Published: Wednesday, 11 April 2018 15:11
Friday 23rd March saw the 62nd 39 Club Annual Spring lunch hosted at the stunning and elegant Royal Overseas League in St James's Central London SW1.
The wonderful historic venue was the perfect setting for this year's event once again which boasted an attendance of 127 people linked to the menswear profession.
This included Sue Simpson our guest of honour who shared a few words and laughs from her career spanning Harrods, Farlows and the eponymous retail independent Lock & Co also of St James's.
 
Many bouts of laughter were also enjoyed by a great friend of the Club Stuart Henderson who closed the event with his superlative wit and humour, often aimed at members of the club who were caught unawares.
It is quite incredible this bunch of like minded business fellows also raised in excess of £1300 pounds to a most worthy cause. This year The 39 Club are supporting the London based Noah's Ark Children's Hospice, who provide care for children who have terminal illnesses and their families  The 39 Club thanks every person who attended the lunch this year for their generosity and hopes to see you all next year.
 

Photograph courtesy: Eric Musgrave

The funeral of George Salmon 04/10/2017

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Published: Thursday, 05 October 2017 11:42

39 Club members attended the funeral and celebration of the colourful and long life of George Salmon who was Chairman during 1978/9.  George was always known for his charm and excellent quick wit, he entertained the Club and the many guests during the annual Spring lunches as a double act with Clive Sinden, mostly at the Café Royal in Regents Street, London W1.  The 39 Club’s very own Eric Morecambe if you like, his appreciation of good humour was second to none.  Maybe it was the tips he got from Tommy Cooper?!
 
Current members Richard Craddock, Denis Hanks, Social Secretary and Andrew Tompsett, President, along with ex-member Colin Garside, Nigel Lugg and George Orris joined the many family and friends to give the wonderful character George a great send off.
 
His words “Wish me luck (As You Wave Me Goodbye)” closed the proceedings with a wry smile I am sure and sung by Gracie Fields.  George leaves wife Joan, daughter Sue, son Stephen and five grandchildren.

John Gamby (RIP)

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Published: Friday, 15 September 2017 10:06

The Club also note the passing of long esteemed member and Honorary member of more than 40 years, John Gamby.   John worked for many years at Lyle and Scott joining them in 1959 with Y Front who changed their name to Jockey many years later.  John started his working life in the Royal Navy.

John was a well respected member of The 39 Club and regularly attended many Spring lunches after his retirement.   John leaves wife Pauline and three daughters.

 

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