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| − | The ''Hamilton Light Infantry Band'' existed from | + | The ''Hamilton Light Infantry Band'' existed from 1879 until around 1895. In November 1979, the band played at the opening of ''Union Bridge'', connecting Hamilton East and West. Other early concerts were in aid of the |
In 1880, there was some controversy, where it was suggested that a performance was undertaken advertised as fundraising for instruments, but instead the 9 to 10 pounds collected was divided among members. | In 1880, there was some controversy, where it was suggested that a performance was undertaken advertised as fundraising for instruments, but instead the 9 to 10 pounds collected was divided among members. | ||
Revision as of 23:52, 20 April 2015
The Hamilton Light Infantry Band existed from 1879 until around 1895. In November 1979, the band played at the opening of Union Bridge, connecting Hamilton East and West. Other early concerts were in aid of the
In 1880, there was some controversy, where it was suggested that a performance was undertaken advertised as fundraising for instruments, but instead the 9 to 10 pounds collected was divided among members.
Members
- James Simms - Bandmaster, 1879
- Mr O'Connor - Bandmaster, 1880
- George P. Mettam - Bandmaster, 1889
- Mr Meachem - Bandmaster, 1895
