AGM Press Release
Do things change?
The annual general meeting of the Iverk Show took place this week in the Community Centre, Piltown following a service of remembrance and thanksgiving in St Pauls Church of Ireland.
The large attendance heard the good news that last year’s show was another resounding success in every way including financially. However the chairman, Robert Dowley, warned that we must not become complacent as a wet day would be disastrous.
Robert complemented the members for the great effort made by all to ensure the day was a success. He singled out the land owners for special mention. Without their generosity we would not be able to hold the show we do.
Robert thanked the sponsors big and small, old and new. Already he has been getting very positive feedback from a number of existing and new sponsors. He said sponsorship is a very fluid situation and we are so grateful for their support. He thanked the media, radio, television and newspapers for their help. He said the revived fashion show was very successful and looked forward to a bigger and better one this year.
The chairman then surprised the meeting by reading an Iverk newsletter issued in 1976 – yes now 40 years ago!!!! And things don’t change:
“The committee were starting to plan for the 1977 show. The AGM was held in the Tinvane. The Bank strike caused major problems – three trade stands and three pages in the catalogue were cancelled.
Prize money was doubled. There was record advertising expenditure. Increasing entry fees were considered. Postal costs have zoomed. Hiring of tents must be reviewed. On the brighter side there were record gate receipts; revenue from the 40 trade stands almost doubled and the layout near perfect. Organising the catalogue was hard work.
The raffle was a winner. School children selling tickets was ruled out as they lose interest after they have made a few bob
The secretary still had a few unclaimed items left in the show – an umbrella, a pair of specs and believe it or not a £5 note. New members are always welcome.
The 150th birthday of the show was celebrated with a big party in Kildalton College”.
So, things do not change much. Many of these issues were discussed this year.
However a big thank you must go to those on the committees down the years for having the foresight and courage for bringing the show to where it is today
As we plan this year will be celebrating the 190th birthday of the show. It plans to be bigger than ever. We would love you to be part of it so please contact one of the committee or come along to our next meeting.
