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History – The First Year |
Society Foundation - Extracted from The Wallasey News - Sat 19th March, 1904 It is indeed surprising that many of the residents of Wallasey who’s spare time is occupied by following the art of photography have not long since resolved themselves into a society for the encouragement of this interesting practice. This question has received the attention of Mr. William Hayes of Seacombe, and he eventually decided to do what he could to bring the idea prominently before the lovers of the art. Accordingly a meeting was held on Tuesday evening, the result of which has been to inaugurate the Wallasey Amateur Photographic Society. Officers were elected to serve for a period of three months. Mr. J. S. Jones was appointed president, Mr. William Hayes vice-president and secretary, Mr. Chatham treasurer, and a suitable committee was also elected. There is no reason why this society should not make rapid strides, for the district affords ample scope for such an organisation. The society will meet on alternate Tuesday evenings, the next meeting taking place on the 29th inst. All communications respecting the society should be addressed to Mr. William Hayes, 110, Brighton Street, Seacombe. It may be mentioned that no person under the age of 18 is eligible for membership. Entry in The Wallasey News – April 1904 Wallasey Amateur Photographers The fortnightly meeting of the Wallasey Amateur Photographic Society took place on Tuesday evening at 110 Brighton street, Seacombe. The earlier part of the evening was occupied with an interesting lecture on “The use of lens stops” by Mr W. Hayes (vice president and secretary). Mr Hayes dealt exhaustively with this subject and the lecture was most instructive. The collection views of the district of Wirral was also discussed and it was decided to commence the survey about the beginning of June. At the next meeting of the society a demonstration of the platinotype process will be given. Entry in The Wallasey News – August 1904 The W.A.P.S. The Wallasey Amateur Photographic Society held their usual fortnightly meeting on Tuesday last at 110, Brighton street, Seacombe, when Mr W. Hayes gave a demonstration of bromide toning with potassium chloro-platinite. The tones obtained were a rich brown, very pleasing to the taste and artistic in effect. Some splendid photographs were exhibited by Mr G. Tyrer, showing the beautiful sepia tones to be obtained on self-toning papers by simply fixing and washing the prints. SEYAH Note - “Seyah” will always be pleased to answer any queries or consider any difficulties that the amateur may meet with. When possible a specimen print of the work upon which advice is required should be forwarded. Entry in The Wallasey News – October 1904 The W.A.P.S. The next meeting of the Wallasey Amateur Photographic Society will be held next Tuesday evening, when the subject of lantern slides will be treated by Mr J.S. Jones. Arrangements are being made for a series of lantern lectures and illustrated tours of great photographic interest, to carry the Society through the winter season. There seems to be every prospect of a continuous supply of pleasant educational evening and members are particularly advised not to miss them. Entry in The Wallasey News – December 1904 The W.A.P.S. The Wallasey Amateur Photographic Society had a very pleasant evening on Tuesday last, when they were entertained by a very interesting lecture entitled “A Trip to the Continent”. The lantern slides, which numbered 200, were by first class workers and of a very high order. The members found the lecture very enjoyable and much satisfaction was expressed with the exhibition. The lecture was read by Mr G. Tyrer and the manipulation of the lantern entrusted to the hon. Secretary Mr W. Hayes, both of whom performed their duties satisfactorily. Appeal: If anyone has information regarding the individuals that founded our club particularly photographs of them, or those that that they have taken please contact us, as much of the detail of our history has been lost. |