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HONG KONG DAILY PRESS. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1936.
RACE MEETING TO-MORROW
AT THE VALLEY
Some Ponies Worth Following
Probable Starters
(BY" "LAST QUARTER"}
The mala sporting attraction over the week-end will un- doubtedly prove to be the 7th Extra Race Meeting of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, which is to be held at the Happy Valley on Saturday, September 26. An interesting
programme of
nine events coupled with large fields 'should materially help towards providing an afternoon of good racing and fine finishes. The trass course is in excellent condition and some fast times should be recorded.
The curtain raiser wil be the Big Wave Bay Handicap for "A" Class China. Ponies over a distance uff furlongs There are eight en- 1 ries und in all probability the entire lot will strip for this event with the exception of Royal Scot. The latest information to hand is.. to the effect that this pony is not quite sound at the moment and the owners have adopted the co- rect attitude In holding her over. King's Warden (G U. da Roza)
Jubilee (Ip Kul Ying) and King's Justice will also be saddled for this event. There is a distinct possibility that Mr. H. C. Pth will be taking out the latter pony, in view of past successes together.
JUNK, BAY HANDICAP The Junk Bay Handicap, First Section, for "D" Class panles over one mie has been picked as the
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LOCAL SOCCER SEASON
Leagues Commience To-morrow
for
Dancing
Championship
HONG KONG HOTEL FEATURE
JUDGING.
ARRANGEMENTS
The local football season 1938-37 commences on Saturday. Arrangements have been com- Matches have been arranged in all pleted for the conducting of a ball- three divisions. In the First Divi- room dancing championship by the sion there is a Chinese ' derby " ¦ management of the Hong Kong ixture when the Athletic meet Hotel. South China "B" at Caroline Hill,
while on the Navy ground the Eastern make their debut in sentor league football against. Club de Recreio. The match should be most interesting to watch.
Below will be found the fixtures with ground allotments and re- terees.
FIRST DIVISION
This feature will be staged in the Roof Garden of the Hong Kong Hotel, starting on Monday, 5th, October. and ending Saturday, 10th October. On Sunday, 11th October the semi-finals and finals. will be contested.
Last year the finals were judged by a body of local beople whose decisions however met with some
INTERESTING VISITOR TO TIENTSIN
Maj. F. G. Blakeslee Coming Here
or
An interesting visitor to Tantsin Is Major F. G. Blakeslee, of Hart- ford, Connecticut. His parents' home was one of the principal so- cial centres for the famous pioneer group of Chinese students in the United States, led by Yung Wing. and the surviving members of that ETOUD,
their immediate des- Cendants in North China, are en- tertaining him as the guest of honour at numerous social func tions during his visit to Tientsin and Peiping. Major Blakeslee hin- self grew with the students, and his rank as Major was conferred upon him by the Chinese Govern- ment. Amongst these "senior re- turned students" at, present re- sident in Tientsin are the Hon. M. T. Liang, Mr. W K. Kwang, Mr. W. T. Woo, and representing the younger group. Mr. K. P. Tsal demonstrating in the Hong Kong
whose father was one of the senior Re-Hotel Grill "Room, and who is returned students, states the "Pek- former world champion ballrooming Sunday Times." Major Bia- dancer and Mr. J. A. Andrew, who
keslee is a leading authority on is a fellow of the Society of
ceremonial dress and official uni- Teachers of Dancing.
form and is the author of several books on the subject. He has spent much of his time studying and gathering material. Major Bla- keslee left Tientsin on September 12 for Peiping, where he will spend two or three weeks calling on his old friends, before proceeding on
East Lancs. v. St. Joseph's (5.2). criticisms, and in order to avoid
Referce K. K. Ip.
Eastern v. Reerelo (Navy).
feree W. P. Payne.
a repetition of such an attitude on Re- the part of the public, It has been deemed advisable to elect as sole
Club v. Police (Club). Referee G. judges Miss Pat Sykes, who is now
F. Fisch.
Kowloon v. Rifles (K.F.C.),
feree H. J. Smythe. Athletic v. S. China "B"
Referee W. Reynolds.
SUNDAY
first leg of the Dally Double. A Fusiliers v. Kowloon Chinese close fish
between Sylvandale
Referee T. Casson.
SECOND DIVISION
E. Lancs. v. R.A Lyemun
Referee B. E. Thomas,
C.H.).
(S). Elimination heats will be danced at every ten dance during the week; Two couples will qualify in every heat-one by popular vote and one, (8.1)udged by Miss Sykes and Mr. An-
drew.
R.E. v. R.E, Stonecutters (Military
2). Referee W. Brierley.
(B. Proulx), Pride of Tsingtao (L. Frost) and September 17 should result. The latter pony is in ex- cellent condition and the finish of his gallop on Wednesday morning was very impressive. I understand Mr. Deltz will be to charge of this game little grey champion · Rac- Ing Boy Ip Ku Ying) and Young į Navy v. Eastern Navy). Referee Chap (H. C. Pih) are in fair con- W. Collyer.
has been allotted top weight. 188 ibs, with Diana Bay next in Ene. carrying 165 lbs. This grey mare; one-time champion of the Dunbar stable and a popular favourite with the public. will be under the capable hands of Mr. L. G. Frost. and this comination should com- mand a great deal of support in the pari-mutuel. Soldier of Bei-dition tain (H. C. Pih), Oak Bay (W. H. 8. Davis), Cossack's Beauty (W. H Choy), Gladiator and Honeymoon Eve will comprise the balance of the field. Rumours are current that Mr. S. C. Liang will have the ninunt on Honeymoon Eve. Soldier of Britain is an exceptionally fast
· mover over 6 turlongs and with only, 151 lbs to carry should prove
Club v. Chinese Police (H.V.
Referee J. Butterworth.
Re-
but the weight allotted | Athletic v. 8. China (CH.). them may prove their · undoing. Night View (8...Y. Lang) has two exceptionally good gallops to his credit. On Wednesday moining this pony did a 3/4 mile gallop in 1.34-4/5, anishing the last quar- ter in 32,375. while last Sunday morning the "1-1/4 miles Was covered in 2.47-3/5, with last quarter of 31 and the last half
feree H. Martin, Kowloon v. R.U.R. (Kowloon). Re-
feree A. G. Sidebottom. Fusiliers v. Kowloon Chinese 18.).
to be the real danger. Diana Baymile Inside 1.04. While adrifting nild King's Warden will provide the main opposition.
One of the largest fields of the day will face the starter in the Island Bay Handicap. First Sec- tion, for "C" Class China Ponies. Royal Consort (E. O. Butler) im- pressed me over the me gallop last Wednesday morning, and I ex- pect the Harbrad stable to record
a win in this event. The distance.
these two fine performances f am inclined to believe that two hard.
gallops within a week of the ac- tual race may prove detrimental to a pony's chances.
The "B" Class Australianı will
Atlas with Mr. Butler up should be out to the test over 5 Furlongs.
be very close, though Violet Queen (S. C. Ilang) will be within strik- ing distance at the finish. Pro-
furlongs, should sult this chest-bable starters besides the two
nut very well. King's, Sceptre mentioned are: Blandford (N. (G.U. Roza). Boolit Bay (L. G. Frost and Bright View ip Kut Ying) are other ponies worth con- sidering. Other probable starters are: Bistre (Choy Wing... Chiu), Harvest View (3. Y. Liang), King's Bounty (H. M. Ph). Laughing Girl (Norman Deltz, Monoplane (S. C. Llang). Pontiac Bay (W. H 8. Davis). Ribble (P. P. Botelho), Soldier of China (W. H. Choy) and
Soldler of Peace (H. C. Pih).
CORROBOREE HANDICAP
Deltz, Centre Court (B. Proulx), Night Star. (Ip Kul Ying). Ranger (Black), Snowy River' (L. G. Frost) and Perfect Day (F. P. Botelho) Zodiac is a doubtful starter.
DAILY DOUBLE-SECOND LEG This race is confined to "C" Caualna Ponles. Second Sec- tion. and is over 6 futi~gs. Valo.ous is in fine fettle and Mr. Butler in the saddle this com aluation should be well in thẻ zun- ning for honours. Amberley (H.
th
Pih), and High Honour (G. U. Can Strathroy. 165 lbs, give
da Roza) should All the minor Bobniuk Star, Double Finesse and Saucy Face 30 lbs, over 5 furlongs places. Ythan (L G. Frost) "and and yet seat them? This will be Tyns (P. P. Botelho) will be well the problem punters will have to supported.
solve on Saturday, not forgetting Der y Day at 145 lbs. I have been keenly watching the progress of Strathroy since his return to the course after the summer recess and as mentioned previously in my notes, firmly believe that this animal is now at least a stone bet ter. The draw for positions at the gate will have quite a bearing on the ultimate result of the race as there are several flyers in this feld and a little lagging on any- one's part at the start will prove disastrous.
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Derby Day 18, C. Liang), Strath- roy (D. Black) and Bobalak Star (Ip Kut Ying) will vie with each alber for the premier position at
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THIRD DIVISION East Lanes. v. St. Joseph's S. 21.
Referee L. H. Martin.
R.E. v. Recrelo (M. 1). Referee
McCormick.
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Handsome prizes will be offered and the event will be recognised as the official championship of Hong Kong."
SEATS ON ROUTE OF CORONATION
None Under 5 Guiness
Prices for seats to view the Royul Progress through the streets of London on May 12 are already con-- Siderably higher than those at the time of the Jubilee procession fast
year.
RA.O.C. V. R.A.M.C. H.V. 2). Re-
feree T. Davis.
Chinese Police v. Liga (K. Referce D. E. Goodfellow.
SUNDAY Kwong Wah v. Police (K. 2).
feree A. W. Ellis.
RAF. V. Medicals (C. 2).
E. Gaythorpe..
WEEK-END TENNIS
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Negotiations are taking place for pulling down certain buildings on the route, and erecting on the altes stands to hold thousands of Re-people. The buildings would in any case, be demolished in the next year or two.
Referee
Sites on which, according to pre- sent plans, new premises would be erected before the Coronation are elso the subject of the negotia- tions.
Inquiries for seats continue to pour into the offices of the book ing agents Mr. Herbert Smith. manging director of Keith Prowse,
"Strong Canton Side Ltd. sald recently:
To Play Here
KEEN GAMES ASSURED
"There is a very good demand for seats, but prices much higher than I had expected. We are sell- ing a great number at between 10 and 25 guineas. There seems "no likelihood of any being obtainable at less than ave guineas each. I have had to revise my first opinion
that there would be seats from two guineas upwards."
Tennis enthusiasts in Hong Kong will be pleased to learn that the Central Park Club from Canton
Agents are negotiating for every will arrive here to engage the available space along the route of South China Athletic Association the Royal Progress, but several are prices
I have M sneaking in a series of tennis matches on refraining from quoting feeling that Rose Evelyn (N. Saturday, which will be in the until a decision has been announ- Deltz), champion sub griffin of form of a return visit, paid by the ced by the Office of Works on the this season will run well and may local team to Canton some time possibility of accommodating the ago. On Sunday the Chinese public in stands in the Royal parks cause an upset.
The eighth race will be a half Recreation Club will entertain the and on other Rayal property mile sprint for "E" Class Ponies | visitors.
SAYINGS OF THE WEEK
and non winning subs of this sea- The visiting side are stated. son, Estover has been allotted top to be a very strong combination Laughing lead by. Lai Kwong-trun, who weight together with Buddha, but despite this handicap needs Uttle introduction to Io- I think these ponies will give the lowers of tennis in the Colony. When I address a hotel porter. field a Emergency Call are two good out of the visiting side together with xe
good rụn. ' 'Cassius and Leung Tat-wong, another member abroad in pidgin French. I do not to be replied to in perfect siders. The distance may prove Lat have played for Canton against English. "Mr. Robert Lypd." too short for Balios and Juden the Colony.
In most of the passages of this With them will be Bte To-pla. prose anthology the reader will Chang Chi-keung. Lau King, and and a tautness, a controlled fact
beglamourment......we
As far as I can gather, all the entries will accept for the "D" Class, Second Section, over i mile, Liu Tat-fong.
the finish. Vixen Tor, an in-and-Parade, which is at present on the
out performer with some Ane finishes to her credit, will have the Services of Mr. Proulx, whose alerthess at the gate we are all -familiar with. Mr. Norman Delt
will be on Electron while Sapy Face will start under her old plot, (P. P. Botelho); Double Finesse (H. M. Pihi and Australian Boy (W, R. 8. Davis) will be amongst those donning colours. I have no data at all regarding Holiday. Eve and Just That,
Mr. H. C. Pih... Lancashire· Lad
nality. no
Why don't I think you'd make
with the exception. of West. Lau King who ·la a student are in the period of the Interior recently returned from Germany, Middle Styler. A. J. Ratelin.” sick list. Burgomaster (Davis) la reputed to be a champion ten-
ill have a good chance of repeat-nis player in the making. Ing his Macao success, but I believe Valley View (8. Y. Liang) will- offer a much sterner Bght than
C.E.C. TEAM UNCERTAIN
a film star? You don't appeal to my intuition."Mis Margot Fra- The Chinese Recreation Club gey, "Talent Scout" for Holly- team has not yet been finally de- wood."
I hope that in time the public
when they last met two weeks ago cided upon. It is understood that in the Portuguese Colony, Blue Canton wish to play four singles will tire of scanned" music and Ribbon (SC: Lang) has been very and two or three doubles, and that will demand the real thing again. consistent in the morning gallops Tsui Wai-pul, WC. Hung and Paul "Bir John McEwen"
and together with Gold Coin (G. U. da Roza) and Stopwatch Ip Kui
Ying) will need watching.
My final selections will appear in to-morrow morning's issue,
Y.M.C.A. ACTIVITIES
An extremely fine finish should feature the M'e Race for "B" Class China Pentes. Sadio (P. P. Botelho) and King's Fancy (H. 1.. Ph), in my opinion, do not seem' to be right up to the mark Rose Queen (N. beltz), Cyclamen Boy the West Lounge. Bubject: The (0, A. Harriman) and Mistake Bay (LG. Frost) are my fancies. The YMCA, Whist Drive ylli be
King's Lead (G. U da Roza), Bear CUT CEL B Davis) Kinga
The YM.C.A. Discussion Group will meet on Sunday at 9pm. in:
Greatest Thing in The World
Kong are fairly certain to figure Bing Crosby crooning a prize bull
in the singles.
to sleep on a freight car; Bing Taul Yun-pul. the brillant Crosby more than ever like Walt player and younger brother of Disney's Cock Robin; it needs some. Taul Wal-puf. present Colony stamina to be a. alm reviewer- champion, will not play as he has "Mr. Graham Greene,”|| already left the Colony for Bwatow where he has taken up a new business appointment.
PICNIC CANCELLED
Our civilisation and our culture are a mass of contradiction, and I sometimes feel very sorry for people who try to make sense of them Dr. Boyd H. Bode.”
Permanent friendships between
"THERE'S AN
“AIR-MARKING” AMERICA
Woman Flier's Campaign
SIGN-POSTS EVERY 15 MILES
An increasing demand för "aerial signposting" in Britain draws_at- tention to the remarkable advance | paign `for" serial signs. made recently in the United States in marking the country for pilots.
and airways, "a sum of - £224,000 has been allocated to the cam-
American airwoman,
A noted Mrs. Phoebe F. Omle, had the idea
A letter from Mɛ. and Mrs. James į of nationwide and standară “air- " Molison. who are `continually ¦ marking.” and the 15 in charge, of
points on the map and share the costs. To date over £60,000 has been spent,
working for the Identification" of the undertaking. Women "ace" localities for the beneat of air- pilots on her staff travel the coun- men, pointed out that signs bend try. They persuade local authoriti- not be unsightly since they are besties to mark buildings at selected placed on fat rools, where they are invisible from the ground.
Schemes are at present being considered by the Royal Aero Club
12FT. LETTERING for the marking of towns and dis The American "air markers" are tricts and directions to neighbour- į in 12ft black and orange lettering- ing aerodromes. »
painted on the roofs or such build- Point was given to these delibera- | Ings in factories, warehouses and tions when the American airmen,
bards Richman and Merrill, came down in Wales, Instead of at Croydon. After successfully navigating the Atlantic, they had difficulty in And- ing their way over England.
£224,000 GRANT
“Air marking" of buildings in the United States W25 begun last autumn. It has proceeded at such a rate that, it is stated, nearly 50 per cent. of the country is now "air marked every 15 miles, and in every direction.
Out of the Works Progress Ad-¦ ministration's £24,000,000 grant
for the development of airports
to other ports in China, including Shanghai and Hong Kong.
HB
H.B
Flable from about 4,000ft in nor- mal weather, they give the name of the town or village. The North compass bearing - is shown by a large arrow bearing the letter. “N." The distance and bearing of the nearest aerodrome. is indicated by a circle, an arrow and numerals.
Owing to the standardisation, of the signs, pilots soon become able to read them. easily and quickly. Private aeroplane owners flying - over unfamiliar parts of the coun- try without the aid of directional wireless And the signs invaluable.
Mrs. Omile and her star intend by the end of this year to have the whole of the United States indexed for aviators by 16,000 "air mar- i kers."
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The Y.M.C.A. Launch Picnic ad-sustained only by scrupulous res held on Monday. p.m. in the Westvertised for to-morrow will not pect for the pledged word--"Pre- Lounge.
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