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REGATTA AND GYMKHANA.
GALA DAY AT THE ROYAL H.K. YACHT CLUB.
INTERESTING INTER SERVICES AND CLUB EVENT.
LADY CLEMENTI DISTRIBUTES PRIZES.
On Saturday the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club held the inter Services A Club Ingatta and Gymkhanan, and a better day, as regards weather could scarcely have been wished for except that the lack of wind, caused the ancelling of a sailing event. The Club was decorated with banting and there was a large gathering of members and visitors. The pipera an ddrums of the King's Own Scottish Borderers and the Pitania Melodians Orchestra" played during the afternoon.
There were over 200 competitors etc.. GO.C., Rear Admiral W. H. for events, and they included Club | members, afficers of hath Services, and naval ratings, and other ranks of the Army.
Excellent Sport.
Boyle. C.B. and Commodore J. Pearson, C.M, G., RN. The officers were:— "Reception Committer:-Vice-Com- modore, Mr. A. L. Shields. Rear- Commeilore Capt. W. Davidson. Some excellent sport was witness-R.S.R., Linn-Cor funn, D.5.0. ed, the rowing being of very high R.A.. Lieut.-Comdr. O. C. 0, "Lovel standard, and the races keenly consun-Gower, R.N Yested with sogie close finishes.
Judges:-Vier Commodore, Mr. Partinterly interesting was tha
L. Shields, Lietit. L'omir" Q, F.
R.N race between the Serviers and the le
(retil) Harbour Cu in the sliding seat pairs. The Master Condr. F. Buchanan, Navy soon established a lead but 18. F. R.N.. Lieut. R. . F. John
han three-quarters of the course. was finished the Club began to aton, A.D., Mr. A. Murdoch, creep up until eventually, they Lieut-Coudr. J. Drink water, RN..
ters
Refreshments:-Mr. F. G. Vaux,
drew level, and finished three quarLieut. B. E. Johnston, A.D.C.,
gth ahead of their rivals. The first event was to have been Lieut. W. E. Warner, D.S.C., RX. a sailing race for Naval whalers, over a course of shout & miles bat instend it was rowed over a mile course, as there was no wind. I produced
an exceptionally keen race only won after struggle.
The Club were badly enten in the race for sliding sunt fours, the Navy coming in mars lengths ahead of them. The Club stroke, Jack. carried away stretcher strap on his first recovery, and this proved a great handicap. Further the boat started leaking.
Owing to lack of time, the Duck Hunt and the Mop Fighting events were cancelled.
Starters and Umpires-Commo- dore, J. L. Pearson, C.M G., RN. Mr. R. Sutherlami, Comdr. H. M. Spreckley. B.N.
"Vierki of the Curer:-Mesars, A. W. Van Andel, E. S. Carter, F. J. Easterbrock
Accommodation, Decorations nad V. Coates, unce:--Lieut. Col. 1.A.. Dr. E. 1. Minett, Lieut. W. E. Warner, 1.8. C.-R.N.
Joint Hon. Secretaries -Comdr. F. Ratsey, R.N., Mr. F. J. Easter- brook,
The Results, Results follow:-
THE HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, MONDAY,
LAWN BOWLS.
CLOSING DAY" AT THE
K.B.G.C.
THE PRESENTATION OF PRIZES.
afternoon.
Many members and visitors from ether clubs were present including several from sister clubs in Shang hai, several of whom have played in interport matches.
Wits
THE WEEK'S CINEMAS.
A JACK LONDON STORY AT THE WORLD
APRIL 4th, 1927.
JAPANESE RESIDENTS'
ASSOCIATION.
INCORPORATION OF DIREC- TORS SOUGHT.
Notice is given in the Gurenné ment trazette that the Japanese Residents' Association intends at an early date to apply to the Legis- lative Council for a Bill intituled An Ordinance to provide for the incorporation of the Directors of of Hong Kong (Hong Kong Nu the Japanese Residents' Association
ponija Kwai),
Objects and Reasons.
[DE OR FILM CRITIC]
We hope that in "Adventure" Better weather could not have which has been cleverly adapted from Jack London's fine novel Ro been wished for an the occasion of *closing day' at the Kowloonance, the Paramount Company have found a gold mine. If not, Bowling Green Club on Saturday the public don't deserve good Riras
You will enjoy the fun whether you have read the book or no for all its essentials are there, There is the glamour of the South Sea Islands, lovely, terrible, and
The objects and reasons of this The sirens were in fine condition, racherous as their own sarages, a Bill states that the bill is to incor- and Mr. D. Gow and the Con hers who bears rast gallantly the orate the Directors of the Japanese mitter were to be congratulated on white man's burden," and Residents Association of Hong Kong the arrangements. At the clase of heroine typical of the young woman in order to enable them to hel play tea was served. In the annual hood of today, lovely,, dauntless, immovable property in perpetual gan, President . Vice President, and filled with the fervour of succession. The appointment of the result was in doubt until the romaner, not of the Prince Charm-directors, and all matters of in- last wood was played. The matching kind, but of independence and termal management are left to be
a. draw-60 shots each-but aventure.
decided in accordance with the con silver spoons were later presented To David Sheldon (Tom Moure) stitution of the nasociation for the to the winners on the respective wasted with fever, nursing bis time being. The properties men- rinks, SeorER: --
savage employees with medicine in tioned in Section 3 are at present one hand and a revolver in the held by trustees on behalf of the! other comes Joan Lackland (Pauline Association. The trustees are con Stark) with her battle cry I'm tinually changing and this is ex- eighteen, white and can take care tremely inconvenient. of mysell. Joan who arrives in a whaler with her bodyguard of eight gigantic Hawaiians and a bull dos. is somewhat piqued when Sheldon does not join at her suggestion of a partnership. What happens next you must see for yourself. The ed about ten years ago and has a story is full of romance and action, present membership of approximate- and it rings true.. The story ofly 000. David and Jean is very far from Hollywood's silly intriguesit tells of the white man and woman of to-day facing adventure in one of the most romantic spola op
President
Ferguson Maxill
Vice-President
Pryre Dolbie
Headley 13 Maclachlan
Disou
CALE
Henderson
L
12
Stochain
Pearman Chayman Holland. Reylance
Budding
Hyde
18
Gray
Flatt
Ewens
Overy Russell
Rundeli
Drysdale Goodman Gow Watson Gourlay Hazel
13 Gibson
Hale MeIntosh Melard
14 Lapsley
Warren" Muir.
16
11 Farcell
10
Total
GO Total
Prize Distribution.
At the prize distribution, Mr. J. s Meintosh, the President, a dressed the gathering as under
carth.
Round the Cinemas. The Querd's Till Wednesday, Harold Lloyd in For Heaven's Sako."
Saturday, Thursday to Gloria Swanson in "The Cost of Folly." Sunday, April 10th, at 9.20 Massed Band Concert, 1st Ru. Cameronians and 1st Ba. Middle- sex.
Hands
The Association has been formed for the mutual benefit of the. Japanese residents in this Colony and for social and benevolent pur poses amongst the Japanese com munity. The Association was form.
The first two properties mention; in Section 5 are controlled by the Association and are used for the pulpose of a primary school and a Japanese crematorium, respective Jy.
The third property is at prest vacant land, but it is the intention of the Association when they are in a position to do so, to help their merabera to carry out a building scheme.
CHINESE HOTEL TRAGEDY. NEW-COMER, HANGS HIMSELF.
A Chinese who had been in the Colony only three days, was found dead in his room at the Mi Chau Boarding House on Saturday after-
The tragedy was discovered by a
found the man dead in 'n sitting pusture on
iron bed-stead.
Open 3 and 27 ft. Naval held under the The regatta Was usual Service Rules as laid downers, 1st prize: Cup presented
by Comdr. Franklin Ratsey, R.N., We have all witnessed or parti CR., and R.M. Sports Handbook, 2nd prize: Cup presented by the sipated in a very enjoyable game
World: To-day, "Adventure." 1926), Club eters being carried out, R.H.K.Y.C. Entries from H.AL
of lawn bowfa, President r. Vier Tuesday and Wednesday, Conway under the rules of the Amateur ships Petersfield, Titan (2), der President, which ended in the wes-Tearle, Dorothy Macknil and Lon Towing Association.
During the afternoon tea was, despatch, Sturmeluad Bruce Corful result of a draw-co paints Clancy in The Next Cerner,"
cach. Advantage may be taken of picture which travels from Mon served on the lawn, Officers of all (9), and Storazion
1st, I. M.S. Bruce (cox. Leading this opportunity, and of the reartre to Spain and the Argentine, rervices and their friends being
H.M.S. sence of some very welcome visitors Thursday to Saturday, rande Honorary Members for the Seaman Sanger); id;
to say that unforeseen circumstances Up.' afternoon. Teas were provided by true (cox. Ldg. Seaman Levett).
Open to Siding Seat Pair, man- have prevented any formal, open-
"Code, of the nuon. htar: To-day, Messrs. Lane Crawford. Ltd.
ned by wress of, officers present- ing of our new Club-house. Wey West a very fine cowboy and ing the Royal Navy, Army and Air are better prepared than ever to wald west story. Tursday and Wedream-boy at about 3.30 p.m. He Forer and inembers of the RILA, Y. enter for the popular game of howlsday. The Stranger," a gals- which the. A.D.C. Club. Distance 3/4 mile, 1st prize, and to maintain the traditions of worthy story Cup presented by Dr. E. P. Minett, the premier bowling Club of the played not long ago at the Theatre Unyal. It is particularly interest- Entrice: Navy (blue); Club (res). Colony (Hear, hear.)
"ist, Club: 2nd. Navy.
Our treurd during the past seasoning to notice how the story has been Club team: Stroke, A. C. Groves; any have been a little disappoint-adapted in the screen version when the stag". C. B. Fasterbrook;
one as seen it on cus, ing as we lost the Spey Royal Cup. Stubls.
but we maintained our place in the Thursday to Saturday,The Story
We Navy team: Stroke Lt. Lips-first division of the League.
Without Name." thriller with
novel combe; how, Lt. Love; cox, Lt
attached. competition Comdr. Bell.
Prizes Distribued.
At 6.45 p.m. Lady Clementi, dis- tributed the prizes. She was wel conied by Mr. A. L. Shields (Vice Commodore of the Yacht Club), and after giving away the trophies was presented with n bouquet by little Miss Joan Lightburn.
Addressing the gathering, Vine Commodore Shields said that the event
fad been arranged to promote inter-Service racing, and also to sustain interest in rowing among members of the Yacht Club.
The
were well: represented in the open hampionship matches the winner Open to 32 ft. 12-ored Navy being Air, A. Gourlay, member of cutters manned by crews from the this Club and in the interport Comialties, were glad, that the reRoyal Navy Distance two miles, matches in Shanghai. The gand gatia had been a well supported.
Unfortunately for their several big Admiral, W. II. D. Boyle, C.B.; 2nd most praiseworthy and or re Is prier. Cup presented by Rear feeling among members, has been ships and many troops had left prize, tup presented by the Culations with sister Clubs remain un- impaired. (Hear, hear. On he
Could you make use of 3501 15 so to the Ster and have a shot. A bit of good news for picture
im on which we gave short note sters Ben Hur" & remarkable in this column last month is coming at the end of April. It had a tre-
since the regatin was arranged, but Entries: H.M. ships Despatek, (2), Kaff of the Committee I have to mendous success in London, and i
Petersfield, Frobisher, Hermes, Fatanie and post entries.
HOCKEY.
thank all she donors of prizes and will undoubtedly have an equally also, those ladies who presided at good reception here. ist, Despatch; oil, Frobisher.
the ten tables during the season. Open to 30 ft. Goared Naval gips. manned by crews of officers of the (Applause) I will now call upen Royal Navy, Army and Air Fire Mrs. Mentest to present the prizes. 2nd members of the B.ILKY, Clubs, Meintosh gracefully pre 1st prize, govensented the prizes, which were won Distage 1 mile.
they hoped that competitors and spectators alike were satisfied with the "pars provided. The Club won one event, and the Navy loat one, so they were equal on that. The rave in which naval gigs were used was the first of its kind to be arranged in the Colony and the Commitice appreciated Commodore Pearson's help with regard to concups presented by Commodore J. I. ditions, etc. It had proved a most Pearson, (M.G., A.N.;od prize, The Club did Cups presented by the Club Ex- interesting event. very badly but were not used to tries: H.M. Ships Frobisher (blue), handling such class of craft and Hermes (white), healy (grres)
and R. H.K.Y.C. (red), bored to do better next time.
The Committes desired him to 1st Titania (Lt-Comdr. Belly; thank Lady Clementi for coming 2nd, Frobisher (Condr, Sprackley). Open to Sliding Seat Fours down to present the prizes. They were also indebted to H. General wanned by crews of officers repre. Luard, Admiral Boyle' and other senting the Royal Navy, Army, Air donors of cups and to the officers Force and members of the R.H.K. Y. of the Navy and Army who had Clab. Distance 1 mile, 1st prize, worked with Club to make the Cups presented by the Club. En
with the regatta a sucess. He particularly tries: Navy (blue), R..K.Y.C. mentioned Commander Ratzey, whe(red).
had been untiring in his efforts. 1st. Navy (Lt.-Comdr. Bell). They were also indebted to Castain
Teams- JB. Generous for the presence of Navy Bow, Lt. Tanner: No. 2, the Tiunin orchestra, and to Col. Lt. Moir, No. 3. Lt. Duncan Comyns for the presence of the stroke, Lt. Gibson; eox, Lt. Comdr. pipers of the King's Own Scottish Bell. Borderers,
Club: Row, C. B. Robertson; No. 2, E. Nicholson; No. 3, C. B. W Bishop stroke, R. M. Jack; cox,
H. J. Peurce.
as follows:
Cup
PRIZE WINNERS.. Lawn Bowls. Charopionship Challenge
the Club-R. (presented by
Second prize (Dandee Lapsley, Cup presented by Messrs. Harvey, Simpson, and Hazel)-L. Guy Third prize (presented by Mr. H. Nish)-d. Maclachlan.
President's Cup (presented by S. MeIntosh)-A. M. Mr. J. Holland. Second prize (Galloway Cup presented by Messrs. Russell and Nish-WM. Johnston. Third prize (presented by Mr. P.T. Far reil. Russell.
Fraser,
MEN AND LADIES MATCHES,
Two hockey matches were played at King's Park yesterday, both men's and ladies' teams being ea gaged.
The men's team of the Kowloon British School Former Pupils' Asso qtation beat the Club de Recreio by
goals to 2.
The ladies' team of the Club de Recesio beat the Physica Clab by 3 goals to nit.
H.K.H.C. IST XI. . 5/9ND PUNJABIS.
Two games will be played to-day and Wednesday, at the U.S.R.C., at 5.15 p.m. sharp. I.K. HL.C.:
Danging from the top of the bed was a rope which had been twisted round the man's neck. The man evidently knelt on the bed whilst putting the loop round his neck and then let himself down into the posi tion in which he was found,
'come
Death could only have
extraordinarily determined nature, slowly and the suicide" was of in The body has been removed to the public mortuary.
EASTER SERVICES AT ST. JOHN'S CATHEDRAL.
Palm Sunday this year falls ca April 10th, states St. John's Luthe dral Notes.
Good Friday on the 15th and Easter Day on the 17th. There will be Holy Communion daily in Holy Week except on Friday, at 7.45 11. ft. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, there will be Evensong At 6 p.in. with an "address by the On Good Bay W. R. Cannell. Friday, the Services will be the vice at 10 a.m.; Matins and Sermon Litany and Ante-Communion Ser- at 11a.m.; The Three Hours Ser. vies from 12 to 3; Evensong at e p.m. and special music arranged by Mr. Mason at 0.13 p.m.
On Easter Day, there will be Holy Communion at the Cathedral, at 7 a.m., 8 h.m. (Choral) and 19 noon; Mating at 11 am. and Flower Ser vice for children at 3 p.m.; Even- song at 6 p.m.
HONG KONG DANCE CLUB.. FIRST EVENT ON WEDNESDAY, The newly formed Hong Kong Dance Club, will open on Wednes
Carnival Dance at day with a Lane, Crawford's Restaurant at 9
PARAMOUNT SUPERSEASON
2.30
6.10
QUEEN'S
HAROLD LLOYD
in
7.15
9.20
FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE
2.30 5.15
WORLD
Orchestra at 5.15 & 9.15
том
7.15
9.15
MOORE
in
JACK LONDON'S
Romance of the South Seas
"ADVENTURE"
2.30
TIE
11.15
STAR
2.30
TILL
11.15
OWEN MOORE
in
CODE of the WEST
SUNDAY, APRIL 10
at 9.20 p.m.
CONCERT
by the
MASSED
of the
..
BANDS
1st. BN. THE CAMERONIANS
and
1st. BN. THE MIDDLESEX REGT. Seats: $3.00, $2.00 $1.00
QUEEN'S THEATRE
ANCHOR
BRAND
PURE MANILA ROPE.
*THE CORDAGE YOU CAN TRUST."
MARINE ROPE
TRANSMISSION
p-
OF
The Club will huld weekly dancea
to be run by a committee of three
POWER ROPE
The last danee of each month is a Carnival.and. Fancy Dress Ball.
The orchestra is the "Cameo dance band.
Vice President's Cup (presented
To-day H. Holdman, L. M. by Mr. C. Bond)-L. Guy, Secord Prize (presented by Mr. B. Wylie). Lloyd, D. Lyon, A. A. Dand, F. A. Holland. Third prize (pre-J... Mitchell (capt.), 31ajor J. P. sented by Mr. W. Macfarlane)-J. S. Greig, RE, G. B. Shipper, R. K. Valentine, W. Woodward, Capt. Maclachlan.
J. Larkcom, R.E.. and E. J Fandicap Singles-First prize, Noronha (Tyneside Cup presented by Messrs. Welcome to Services.
Greig,
Wednesday:-F. H. Holdman, L Puncheon and Hen- They were pearly at the end of
derson)--Rev. J. H. one of the best seasons in the history
Johnston. A. R. Duncan, D. Lyon, A. A of the Club, and the closing cruise Open to 32 it. 120ared Naval Second prize (Canning Town Cup Dand, E. J. R. Mitchell (capt.). E. has been Exed for April 30th. They cutters manned by manned by crews hoped to arrange a good program representing Companies and Batreated by Messrs, C. Bond and L. Sim, G. B. Slipper, R. K. Valen-
prize (Kentish Cup presented by and T. P. Saunderson.
| Indies and three gentlemen. me of sailing and rowing events teries of the various Regiments, C. Hat). Henderson. Third tine, G. P. Lammert, W. Woodward
85 1 --P. T. Farrell, or that date, and looked forward etc., of His Majesty's Army star. A. R. Whibley)
Mr. Handicap Doubles-First prize C. Boad,, amid applause, The membership fee is to a good turn but of members and tioned at Hong Kong and in the
New Territory Distance 1 mile (presented by Clydesiders-It.moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. month, payable at the arst dance friends.
was presented by of each month and includes admis. He would like to refer to the 1st prize, Cup presented by Major Dixon and R. J. Goodman. Second MeIntoth, who increase in the number of Service Ceneral C. C. Luard, C.B., C. M.G., prize (presented by Mr. W. Russell) little Miss Gow with a charming sion, refreshments, monthly prizes,
silver vase of flowers as a souvenir novelties, etc. subscribers. The Committee hoped 2nd prize, Cap presented by theR. Lapsley and J. O. McLaggia,
Eatries: "A" Co., Non-Prize Winners-First prize of the occasion. that offers of the Fleet and the R.K.K.Y.C
Mr. McIntosh briefly acknow- Garrison, whether here permanent "B" Cp., "D" Co., Headquarter (Presented by Mr. W. Russel)-G. ly or temporarily, would make full Co. (2) of the Kings Own Scottish B. Slipper); second prize (present ledged the compliment on behalf of use of the Club. They had plenty Berderers, 12th Heavy Battery, ed by Mr. D. Harvey)-G. Lindsay, his mother.
Mr. Lapsley called for a vote of Lawn Tennis. of boats available for rowing bath R.A., and the 3rd Heavy Battery,
Championship (Cup presented by thanks to the donors of prizes, ing facilities were provided dur: R.A.
which met with a heaty response. ing the summer, and they hoped 1st, 12th Heavy Battery (Gunner Club and prize presented by Mr. D.
"The Visitors." shortly to have their bowling green French, 2nd, "A" Co., K.O.S.B. Ców)-L. Jack. Second prize (pre- re-turfed and in commission. (Sgt. Seaman).
Mr. B.. Wylie proposed the tonst of The Visitors" during which Lady Clementi then distributed Open 13 ft. Naval Berthon sented by Mr. L. Guy T. Pergu- the
prizes after which cheers were boats manner by Naval ratings Handicap Singles-First prize he paid a warm tribute to the com "given for her.
Distance mile. 1st prize, Cup (presented by Capt. B. Branch)mittee and especially the Hon. Commodore J. L Pearson, speak-presented by Capt. J. B. Grencross, H. Headley. Second prize (pre Secretary (Mr. Gow)-who had put free of charge by members of ing on behalf of the Navy, thanked .S.O., R., and officers of the 4th sented by Mr. J. Linaker)-L. Jack.
Ack up that new Club. Mr. Gow came the Ambulance Brigade, up to and the Yacht Club Committee and Submarine Flotilla: End prize, Cup Mixed Doubler--First prize (pre forward and filled the position at including Thursday, March 31st,
was as follows:- Entries Bented by the Rev. J. H. Johnston) a critical period in the Club's his members for their hospitality presented by the Club. Dancing then took place in the Submarines L2, LS, LT, La, L1 Mra. Purslow and C. Stewart. tory.
tory. (Applause.) Second prize (presented by Mr. D. Mr. Roylance (Civil Service gymnasium to the Titanin's Melo-
L1, L27, L33.
1st, L (A.B. Ready); 2nd, 15 C. Ewens)-M. and Mrs. Head C.C.), replied and Mr. Gow thank- diana, by kind permission of Capt. J.-B. Glencross, D.S.O., R.N.
d Mr. Wylie for his flattering re- (Ldg. Berman Ross)
leg.
Pairs Handicap-First, prize (pre-marks. He had received a great Qficials.
Tug-of-War in Naval cutters. under the 1st, H.M.B. Frobisher (LS. Bisk.sented by Messrs. A. K. McDougal amount of help, however, from the patronage of H.E. the Governor ham); 2nd, Titania (Ldg. Sedman and W. Rundell)-W. Hale and J. Committee and particularly the Jack, Second prize (prescated by Building Sub-Committee-Mears. (Sir Cecil Clementi, K.C.M.G.), Kilroy).
the Club-Rev. J. H. Johnston and Farrell, Duncan, and Henderson. "H. E. Vice-Admiral Sir Reginald Greasy Pole.
This concluded a very successful Tyrwhitt, K.C.B., etc., C.I.C., H.E.
J. D. Thomson.
function. Major-General C. C. Luard, O.B.,
The regatta
WAS
ป
Winners: Bomber. Norris; A.-S.
Kyto, O. B. Beavers, O. S. Styles.
son.
(Continued on next Column).
"
FREE VACCINATION.
ST. JOHN'S AMBULANCE BRICADE "POLISH
OFF 56,000,
The number of Chinese vaccinated
Chinese Y.M.CA Division 21,944 King's College Division.... 4,388 Railway Division
3,433
Indian Division
3,226
Kowloon Division .........
17,875
Mongkok Division ....
2,639
Shaukiwan Division ........
1,871
355
Un Long Division St. Joseph's College
Total
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HAWSERS
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CABLES
ESTABLISHED 1854
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ROPES OF ALL
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MANUFACTUR-
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MOST MODERN
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TELEPHONE:. ÜUSTRAL 8185.
RUBBER SHARES. DIVIDENDS DECLARED.
HONG KONG, April 2nd. Messrs. Carroll Bros, have been advised of the following dividends 375, declared on rubbers and mining
shares.
56,108 Kedahs: 10 per cent, 2nd interim.
[12pa.]
Connemaras: 10 per cent. final making 40 per cent. for the "year).
Balau Planting: 20 per cent., final. Malayan Collieries: 12 per cent,,
final
Bukit mah, Th per cent final. Sungei Ramal: 30 per cent., final, Renoot Tin: 10 per cent., interim,