41. Systems of health insurance usually consisted of private schemes such as Friendly societies or Welfare societies. 42. Friendly societies might also organize social functions such as dances, and some had sports teams for members.43. The use of Friendly Society Brasses as emblems was particularly prevalent in Somerset and the surrounding counties. 44. In 1834 the Royal Foresters formed a Friendly Society , the Ancient Order of Foresters ( AOF ). 45. In 1886 Cooper established The Friendly Society . 46. The savings of the working classes were secured with the passing of the Friendly Societies Act 1875. 47. In some places the same need might be met by friendly societies organised by the members themselves. 48. Many people therefore joined friendly societies like the Oddfellows to obtain financial protection to meet these costs. 49. William Blakeney was Registrar for Friendly Societies in Queensland . and also Registrar for Patents in Queensland. 50. By 31 October 1908 the Warwick and District Friendly Societies Association was founded and office bearers elected.
