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CRICKET.
HONGKONG TEAM FOR SINGAPORE.
A FINAL WORD OF "ADVICE.
It will have been a source of great pleasure to all ericketers to learn yester- day that the corts of the Cricket Club Cominittee' have proved successful and that tha tean will sail for Singapore by the s.8. Io Sang, leaving at 5 p.m. on Thursday, the 20th'instaut ; 4 p.m.. Idunch leaves Queen's Pier. -
H.K.C.C. TENNIS TOURNAMENT.
RUMJAHNS .RETAIN DOUBLES TITLE.
YESTERDAY'S FINAL.
The final of the Open Doubles Cham- pionship of the Colony played yesterday between H. D. and S. A. Rumijahn, the holders, and Major Pratt and Major Stevenson produced a closer game than was expected, and although the Ram- jahnis won by three sets to love, the Mili tary pair put up an exceptionally strong opposition especially in the second set II the Rum- which went to 22 games. jabns, having now won twice in succes- sion, retain their title next year the Challenge Cups will become their pro-
The The Rujahn cousins yesterday wère quick to seize opportunities. Consider. ing that they have always played together- it was natural that their combination As n pair should be excellens and it was. they play better than either does indivi
The final composition of the side is as follows: R. H. 6. Hancock (captain). E. B. Reed. A. C, L. Bowker, G. R. Sayer, C.Q.M.S. Stripp. Rev. T. B. Powell, A. W. Rasisay, Capt. R. A. Warters, L.M.S., J. D. Humphreys, E. C. Finelter, H. N.perty. Balhutchet, and H. C. Burgess: whole of the Colony will wish them good fortune in their adventure' down South, the first for twenty-five long years.
The three extra men now able to get away are E. C. Fincher, J. D. Humphreys, and H. C. Burgess. Fincher was ont dually
a half valley on Saturday, I am told-Li ́S, A. Blumjahn, the older of the two, dil unt see it and I am at a loss to has shown better form in previous rounds account for his failures on the Club than he did in yesterday's match. Very ground. I have repeatedly seen him play-often has failed to return a softball ing the best bowling in the Colony on the and was not so accurate in his overhead Civil Service wicket- far more difficult work as usual. He played a sound game, one than on the Club ground-and though however, when his side was down in the entirely unorthodox he got runs and he second set. didn't get out. I hope the trip will give A good him "the necessary confidence. motto for him, and for the team, if I may suggest it, is the old possunt quis
videntur,"
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I am also very glad to learn that "Dick". Humphreys is going, though it is a bit sad for the Bowling Alley. He takes a great deal of getting out when
Iis partner, H. D. Rumjahn, was in very good form again and volleyed effec- tively scoring many points by cross shots. Elis service was good and he made fewer mistakes in smashing.
Major Stevenson, showed up extremely well, earning a great deal of applaus
sharp block-volleys which the Rum jahas had no chance to retrieve. He mised his shots admirably driving often. between his opponents, frequently along the side line and varied these tactics with an occasional lob. His kren anticipation
he sets his mind to it, and it is in steady won the umiration of the spectators and "batting the team is chiefly deficient. Hebe was certainly the better of the two
and Stripp are our mainstays in this losers. line.
Burgess has not played a great deal of cricket in the Colony Lunderstand he is twelfth man, and as he can do a bit with the bat and with the ball, he will be a useful substitute, in, the un- fortunate event of anyone crocking,
Major Pratt served and smashed with great accuracy and was quick at getting to his opponents' shots, but he failed chiefly at volleying.
THE PLAY.' Opening strongly the Ruvijahns were very soon in a comfortable position in the first set and won it with the loss of only two games. The Military pair then rallied and some effective play by Major Stevenson quickly gave them a good fead of 4 By steady play the Rumjahnz
Then enm brought the score to b-all.
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HONGKONG BASEBALL LEAGUE. COMPLETE SCHEDULE OF GAMES.
Chater Road.
FINE GAME OF BASKET BALL. PRESENTATION OF LEAGUE TROPHIES.
A strong rumour was going round to day that a popular broker had signified his intention of going down with the side to store. If this is true, and if he has as many Hongkong runs to put down, in his score book as he had Hongkong drinks to serve out over the Club bar in the strike, his venture will be a most prosper ous essay (even if you spell ite.). And that reminds me. A final word of advice to the team on a subject on which trong enough to snatch the victory-cases for three rounds every week-end bined team representing the Hongkong
The Hongkong Baseball Association
A brilliant basket hall game was play- will open their League programme en
the grounds of the Chinese between South China (champions of last Y.M. CIA.. Bridges Street, yesterday Saturday week. May with, with a game ed an year), and the Japanese Club (runners afternoon, on the occasion of the pre- the greatest struggle of the watch. The up). In this game H.E. the Governor (Sir sentation of trophies to the winning teams Cecil Clementi, K.C.M.G.), who has of the inter-school league, both senior Military pair secured the rad and the become Patron of the local Association, and junior.
I am qualified to advise. (Alright, its nut ahout cricket:) Just remember that those, Singapore gin-slings aren't so is. nocent as they look or taste: Good luck! With your shields, or on them!
R. ABBIT.
sales went to Dall. They had several advantage games but were never quite
Major Stevenson lost his service at D-all,
but his side retaliated by winning S. A. Bunjahn's service 10-all. Major Pratt failed to hold his and H. D. Rumjahn coming up strongly, made the second set safe for his side.
CHARITY FOOTBALL.
Changing their tactics in the third set, the Rumijahns began forcing the pace' TODAY'S GAME AT SOOKUNPOU. and did so well that they won the set
Readers are again reminded of the without the loss of a single game.
Major Pratt and Major Stevenson a charity football match which has beed arranged for this afternoon ari the to be congratulated on putting op such Garrison Recreation ground. Sookunpon, a good fight against such an excellent between a combined team of the Ariny pair as the Ruinjahos, especially as this and Navy and the South, China Athletic is their first experience in. local cham-
pionships. Association.
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Redmond and Tottenham attempted to the Military Branch of the Ministering finish their Lie in the 3rd round of the Children's League, and is under the Club Singles, but had to stop'on account patronage of Lady Clementi. H.E. of failing light after four sels had been played. Each player won two sets, the Governor has promised to be present.
The acting General Officer Command-first two going to Tottenham.
Crook and Womack (rec. 3/8) entered C.B., C.M.G., D.S.O., will kick-off at the semi-final and then the final of the Handicap Doubles by scoring a doubles The Band of the 1st Batt., The East victory over two pairs. · Detailed scores Surrey Regiment, will be in attendance and there will be raffles for the football are appended.
FISAL OPEN DOUBLES.-H. D. Rumjaha presented by the Hongkong Football Association and for a credit card, of and 6. A. Rumjahn beat Major W. B. 325, presented by Messrs. H. Ruttonje Pratt and Major W, W, Stevenson, 6-2, and Son:
12-10, 8-0
5.15 p.m.
The teams are:-
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United Service team (Red) --A.C.1. HANDICAP DOUBLE-(4th round): A. Avery, R.A.F. (H.M.S. Tamar); Ldg. S. Crook and O. C. Womack (rec: 3/6) beat Mille (H.M.S Hawkina) and Pte.
Jordan (EastBarreys), Q.M.B. Turner E Grimble and R. Hancock (owe 12.9), (R.E.). 8/Bergt. Bima (captain), 6-4, 7-6; (semi-final): A. H. Crook and (R.A.M.C.), and A.B. Voller (HMSO. C. Wonmek (rre." 3/6) beat W. Hawkins) Q.MS. Charlesworth (East
Burrera), Br. Pulford (RA), A.B. Dunbar and W. Lyons (owe 1/0), 6-2, Rice (H.M.8. Durban). E.RA Ball 7.5 (H.M.S. Titania), and L/Cpl/Mackle. worth (East Surreys)
Association
HOOKEY.
WANDERERS v. 5/2xD PUNJABIS.
South China Athletic (Blue) Lau Hing Cheung: Chan-So and Lar Yuk Tat; Chan Woon In, Lam Yuk Ying and Leung Yuk Tong (cap-
This match will be played at the tain); Chan Kwong In, Suen Kam Son, Leung, Wing Tak, Fung King Cheung and Marina to-morrow (Wednesday), at 5:30: Eo Sik Wai
Wanderers (in whites):-Sergt. Clark, Referee:-8/8g, Gilmour (RA.M.C.). R.A., Lieut: J. H. Smith, R.A. and Enz- Lincamen:-Bgt. Forneybough (RM) Lieut. Berinett, RN, Mid Freer, R.N and Kwok Bin Yan (5.C.A.A.);
E. J. B. Mitchell and Lieut. J. C. Reserves:L-Sto. Ellis (H.M.S. Broome, R.N., Lieut. Armstrong, RN, Durban), Pte. Bristowe (East Burress); Lieut. H. St. L. Nicholson, BN, E. D. La Wai Han and Troi Ping Fan Lawrende, -B. D. Evine and G. P. (8.C.AA.),
Lammert
Altogether 46 games have been arran has been invited to pitch the first ball. ed, and the programme, providea in most two games ou the Saturday and one on
the Sunday.
Mr. R. Credwell, the American Consul-Gereral in Hongkong, has offered a cup for the player who makes the best batting average.
The Ying Wa College quiatet, the champions of the season, met a com-
Students Hostel, St. Paul's College, and University, Queen's College, Y. CA. Educational Instifte. Hundreds of stud ents from the Hongkong schools assem bied to watch the exhibition of the best" exponents of the game in, the Colony, and they were not disappointed. The match THE PROGRAMME...
was exciting from start to finish. The complete schedule of games for passing and shooting of the Ying Wa this season are appended:-
MAY.
20-South China. Japanese. 30.-H. K.B.B. Club . Filipinou.
JUNE.
-H.K.V.D.C. Club Recreid. H.E.B.B. Club v. Japanese. Filipinos r. South Chias. 14-Japanese r. Filipinos.
HK.B.B. Club . H.K.V:D.C. --Club Recreio r. Southi China.. 19.-Japancar v. Club Recreio!
H.K.V.D.C. r. Filipinos.
The
boys, which has attracted so much at tention since the opening of the season were the features of the display. The game ended in favour of the Ying Wa College, by a score of 0 to 35.
Before the game, the Rev. E. G... Stewart, president of the Hongkong. Basket Ball Association, handed, the two leagur shields to the Ying Wa teams. Mr. Stewart, who was supported by Mr. S. W. Ko, physical director of the Chinese Y.M.C.A.; Mr. Ho Ka Lau, hon. secretary of the Association, and other officers, congratulated not only the players of the Ying Wa College but also Mr. Richard Shim, who, he said enjoyed the rare distinction in the Colony of and being a successful headmaster athletic conch at the same time. Mr. Shim is a lending athlete in the South In China Athletic Association and was cap fortain of the champion baseball team in
Hongkong last season.
20. South China . II.K.B.B. Club. G.-H.K.B.Br. Club r. Club Recreio. 2.-Japanese . H.K.V.D.C.
JULY
1.-Club Recreio <. Filipinos. 3.-H.E.V.D.C.. South China.
Filipines v. H.K.B.B. Club. 4.Single Men r. Married Mea. dependence Day-Reserve Americans). 10-Japanese H.K.B.B. Club. Club Hecreio v. E.K.V.D.C. 11.-Filipinos South Chins, 17.-Japanese South China.
H.K.V.D.C. ."Filipinos. 18.-H.K.B.B. Club v. Club Recreio, 2-H.K.B.B. Club . H.K.V.N.C.
Club Recreio . South China. Inpanean. Filipinos. 31.-H.F.V.D.C. ". Japanese.
Club Recreio o. Filipinos.
AUGUST.
H.K.B.B. Club South China, -Filipinos v. H.K.B.B. Club South China . H.K.V.D.C. 8.Club Recreio v. Japanese. 14.-H.K.V.D.C. v. Club Recreio.
South China .. Filipino. 15-H.H.B.B. Club Japanese. 21.-Bouth China v. Club Recreio.
H.K.B.B. Club .H.K.V.D.C. 29-Filipinos Japanese." 24-Filipinos H.K.V.D.C. Japanese Bouth China -Club Recreio . E.EE.B. Club.
SEPTEMBER, B
WEATHER REPORT,
1. Last night's weather report, forecast and remarks by the Royal Observatory "said:---
The anti-cyclone between South-west Japan and the Bonins has weakened. A depression, appears to be farming over Northern China.
Local forecast:-East or variable winds, moderate, cloudy, ähowery,
At the Central Magistracy yesterday before Mr. R. E. Lindsell, the Chinese master of a business at 3, On Lan Street, was charged with uttering a forged cheque on the Hongkong and Shanghai. Bank, purporting to be of the face value. of 8500 (Hongkong currency), knowing the anime to be forged. As His Worship held that in the circumstances the case. did not amount to forgery, Detectiva: Inspector T. Murphy put in an alter. native charge of attempting to obtain money from the Bank by false pretences The casa, for which it was stated Mr. The balanes of September dates will be G. R. Haywood will appear for the de-
on security of $1,000 cash. used for postponed games and extra, fence, was remanded, tail Being allowed
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4 H.K.B.B. Club South China.
H.K.V.D.C... Japanese. 6.-Filipinos. Club tecraio
11. Bouth China . H.K.V.D.C. 12-Japkheze v. Club Recreio.
matchen.