Dear Fellow Supporters,

It is four weeks since our last programme. Times have been hectic and, as nothing was submitted for publishing, there has been a delay. I even made a mistake (I thought I was wrong once, but I was mistaken) with the seniority list last week. It was a test and the member who it affected came through with flying colours. The programme can be an onerous task at times but I hope this edition will make up for the missing weeks.

As it is a week for moaning here I go again (the things I have to do for a quiet life) I have been asked to mention that some people are double-dipping when the food arrives. This is unhygienic and it offends some people (myself included) but they do not like to mention it in public as they are embarrassed. Your consideration for others will be greatly appreciated. As usual I’m sworn to secrecy.

The ‘Grand Christmas Draw’ is back on. After some hesitation I have decided that the draw will be a go’er. We want to have a memorable ‘Do’ so please contribute a gift. Ernie will supervise the draw and the same rules as last year will apply. Details will be distributed closer to the time. The following members have already committed the gifts as listed. Some of the ‘mystery’ prizes will be named when the sponsors have decided what to donate.

4:15 Bottle of wine (W. McQuillan)
4:30 Bottle of wine (G. Thompson)
4:45 Mystery prize (G. Dignan)
5:00 Mystery prize (L. McMillan)
5:30 Original ‘One of a kind’ non-reproducible Danielle (P. Egan)
6:00 Mystery prize (G. Dignan)

As a special treat I am pleased to announce that the ‘Gutterball Press’ will be publishing the long awaited ‘next edition’ of our beloved Danielle. Don’t miss next weeks meeting.

I am also pleased to announce that we have a new e-mail address this week. If you wish to contribute towards the content of the programme our new address is as follows:

latics@angelfire.com

Just one more thing to add is the answer to the magicians question of late. The world famous magician who uttered the magic words of “Izzy Wizzy, let’s get busy” was none other than your old favourite “Sooty”.

The Chairman

A David Ashworth managed Oldham for two periods. His first spell in charge began in 1906, saw Ashworth guide Oldham from the Lancashire Combination to the First Division of the Football League, within four years. In 1914 he took charge at Stockport, and then in 1919 moved on to manage Liverpool. He returned to Oldham in 1923, but after failing to save them from relegation, he took on the managership of Manchester City in 1924.

A Arsenal is the team that Oldham entertained on November 22nd. 1989 in the 4th. round of the Littlewoods Cup. Arsenal were the leaders of the old ‘First Division’ and heavy favourites as Athletic were in the old ‘Second Division’ at the time. Against all the odds the Latics won 3-1 in front of a delirious crowd of 14,924 (including the Chairman with goals from Ritchie (2) and Henry. The season became known as the ‘Pinch-me’ season as Athletic went to Wembley for the first time ever and reached the FA Cup semi-finals for only their second time, the last time being in 1913.

A ventriloquist Oldham supporter is walking through the countryside when he spots a United supporter sat by the side of the road. The Oldham supporter stops and engages the United fans in conversation.
Oldham fan :- "Does your dog talk"?
Red :- "Nay" (looking at the Oldham fan like he is stupid!)
Oldham fan to dog :- "Is this your master"?
Dog :- "Yes, sort of".
Oldham fan :- "Is he good to you"? Dog :- "He's OK. He takes me for walks and feeds twice a day".
United fan's jaw drops in amazement.
Oldham fan to Red :- "Is that your horse"?
Red :- "Yeah but he don't talk"
Oldham fan :- " Is this your master"?
Horse :- " Yes"
Oldham fan :- " Does he treat you well"?
Horse :- "Yeah. He give me fresh hay and rides me now and again"
Reds mouth is now wide open in disbelief.
Oldham fan to Red :- " Is that your sheep"
Red :- " Yeah but sheep lie"!

We call Andy Coles 'Jigsaw' 'cos he goes to pieces in the box !

Why do people take an instant dislike to United?
It saves time

What's got an IQ of 200?
The whole United team and supporters combined.

What has 22 legs and can't climb a ladder? - Grimsby Town FC

Why do United fans whistle on the toilet?
So they know which end to wipe