Awards
The Canterbury Society of Model and Experimental Engineers has a number of Awards that are presented on an annual basis.
Awards night is the first Tuesday in October. Most Awards are judged by members except the President's Cup (which is obvious really).
Any member can compete for awards.
Some infomation on the history of Awards
Curry Cup - named after Frank Curry. Frank was an engineer at Wallace & Cooper Timaru before moving to Christchurch. He was President of CSMEE
Edsall Award - named after Monty Edsall. Monty was an engineering manager in town.
Harrison Cup- named after Jim Harrison. Jim was a draughtsmana at Christchurch City Council. He made several model ships including the cargo ship model on display in the Club rooms.
Moody Cup - named after John Moody. John was a self employed businessman. He was instrumental in the Clubhouse and track at Andews Cres.
Powell Shield - named after Harry Powell. Harry was a technician at the Hospital and made several engines.
Kevin Welsh Cup - Kevin was a maintenance engineer at Temuka insulators.
Canterbury Railway Award - this award consists of a slice of original wrought iron rail from the Canterbury Railway of 1870.
Award For Winners - 2017
Moody Cup Best Model Overall Cyril Fifield
Curry Cup Best Workmanship In Any Model Alan Burney
Harrison Cup Best Model Boat Not Awarded
Powell Shield Best Workshop Equipment Not Awarded
Presidents Cup Best Small Model John Hamilton
Edsall Award Best First Model Barrie Doublesin
Kevin Welsh Cup Best Road Vehicle Rex Walker
Canterbury Railways Trophy Best 7 1/4" Loco or Rolling Stock Barrie Doublesin
Innovation Award Best new Innovation benefiting CSMEE Not Awarded
Mini 'America's Cup' Annual Yacht Race for "Image" Class Yachts
The "Bent Coupling" Award In recognition of something the recipient
wished would remain their little secret!
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