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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1938.
* In the World of Sports
SOFTBALL NOTËS
BEST PROGRAMME SEEN THIS SEASON ON SUNDAY Heavy Hitting Of Pauline
Abbott And Beebun Abbas
(By R.O.Y)
Softball fans turned out in full force last Sunday to be enter- tained by the best programme staged this season. In a day of sur- prises, the Chinese Raseballers were held to an odd run margin by the 3rd Machine Gun Goy., and the Midgets lost. their unbeaten re- cord to a veteran Heerelo squad who staged a come-back from the has-been trail
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Main feature of the ladies' matches, was the display of the "Wahoos" who trounced the Cubs by the wide margin of 15 runs to 7. The heavy hitting of the winners was a revelation, Pauline Abbott and Beebun Abbas garnering four apiece of their squad's total of 17 bingles.
ADVERTISEMENT
THE HONG KONG
JOCKEY CLUB
THE THIRTEENTH EXTRA RACE MEETING will be held (weather permitting) at HAPPY VALLEY on SATURDAY, 17th December, 1938, commencing at 2.00 p.m.
The Cubs lost but were not dis- graced, as they were well in the race the last inning when the winners went on a spree to tally their final lead at 8 counters. Ada Cheng hit very well for the losers, and Kitty Bash played an error. Ices game behind the plate."
LADIES' TENNIS SHANGHAI BOXER
TOURNEY
One Semi-Final
"Decided
At the U.SR.C. yesterday Mrs. Tracey and Mrs. Skinner beat Mrs. G. C. Burnett and Miss Bradbury: 5-7, 6-0, 7-5.
OTHER MATCHES
The remaining Semi-Final tie and between Miss P. Anderson Miss Yeung Wal-bon v. MrS, WII- llams and Mrs. Chiu Chun-chiu will be played at the same Club ati 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 17.
DIES AFTER
FIGHT
Andre Shelaeff's
Sudden End «
ports
FANLING RACE
MEETING
Programme And Entries
The programme and entries for the Fanling Hunt and Race Club meeting to be held at Kwanti on December 28 is as follows:-
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LAST
SUNDAY'S HUNT
By Jack Spraggon
When hounds met at Potts' Bungalow last Sunday, we were pleasantly surprised by Mr. Peter Potts who repealed his hospitality of two weeks ago There was a 'Eoodly gathering to partake of his excellent brandy; amongst whom I saw the lion, and Mrs. J. J. Pater- son, Mrs. Herloftzen; Mr. and Mrs, Eldon Potter Mr. and Mrs. Han- cock and Mr. and Mr. Williamson, who had come to see the hounds, San Francisco, · Dec. 14.
The usual Sunday field was in on gain. They then went on at Andre Shelaeff. former
full force when Major Oliver gave a great pace towards Fanling, over Shanghai borer and holder of
Race 1.-2.45 p.m.The Taipo the word to mere of Captain the grassland up to Midhill and on the welterweight champion-
Handleap."-11 Miles. A steeple- Harland put hounds in at the to Troop Stable, where we "killed;" chase for China Ponies. Winner a scrub at the foot of Potty' Look- ship of the Far East, who
-BOXING DAY Cup or $50; 2ht $25; 3rd $15. Entry out, and "they went away with a Entries collapsed in his dressing-room
for the Steeplechase Fee $3.
great cry towards Dil's Corner meeting are more than satisfac-„ after fight here on Monday
Araxy
156 lbs., Clowner 156, Wil they reached the River Beas, tory, and a thoroughly good after- night. died yesterday from
Diogenes 161, Double Chance 158, when turning left, they hunted noon's sport will be had on Bong concussion of the brain."
Ebony Idol 165. Estover 168, Glen- well through the pine trees out on Day for all those that go to Shelaet fell unconscious under shee 154, High West 145. Stymie to the open paddy fields across Kwant, I feel sure. a cold shower and was immediate 152. The Gawk 145, Widnes 154.
which they went on a red bot I have been asked to remind ly sent to hospital where a sur-
Race No. 2-"The Jorrocks scent, and then straight on across members to ring up Messrs. Thom geon is reported to have found Plate"Division "B."-11 Miles. the good grassland skirting the son and Co., in good time should Miss Grim th v. Miss Grtener: X-Ray evidence of an old head A hurdle race for China Fontes, golf links coming up with their they be spending the week-end at Mrs. Tracey or Mrs.
Skinner Injury, and an "old blood cot,. bona fide Hunters. Winners of a
fox (Mr. A. H. Potts) at the Pig the Arms, or require tlmin on Bun- Mrs. Willama.
Farm An operation was immediately steeplechase and/or hurdle race
days and on Boxing Day. performed, but Shelaeft died yes last season barried. Catchweight Hacking through the Saddle, I also hear there is to be the terday morning.
168 lbs. Winner a Cup or $50; 2nd bounds were laid on but overshot usual party at the Arms on Christ- $25; 3rd $15. Entry Fee $3.
the drag on nearing the golf Hinks, mas night and can safely recom- Note:-Owing to the large num-tain. Harland was able to put them tend casting up to follow the cus- and it was some time before Cap-mend it, but advise those who in-
The Singles Semi-Finals have been arranged for Wednesday next, December 21, at the U.S.R.C. commencing at the same time.
The matches will be:
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Mrs. Tracey and Mrs. Skinner will play off their match to-day.
The dates for the finals will be arranged for after Christmas.
NAVAL RUGBY FIFTEEN
As expected, the Canadian Chinese girls trampled all over the The following have been selected "Panthers." to win by 31 runs to 4: to represent the Navy v. The Army four of the winning squad were at Rugby on the Army ground at mainly responsible for the big 4 pm on Saturday:
score, namely R., M., D., and Mabel A.B...Hunt (Eagle); Lieut. Wal- Loule. Jean Lee went well on the ters (Medway); Lieut. Skelton mound and also got her share of Medway); P.D. Askwith (Dainty); Lleut. (E) Lewis (Birmingham): The "Wildcats" registered a Lleat. Elliot (Capt.) (Eagle): Lleut, convincing win over the Central Talbot Medway); A.B. Thatcher
The first Bell will be rung at the hits. 1.30 p.m.
MEMBERS'. ENCLOSURE
No One without a badge will be admitted to the Members' Enclosure. Such must be worn throughout the duration of each meeting in such a manner as to be readily identified.
As Shelaeff took no head punish-} ment on Monday night, no charge will be Aled against Salvadore, his opponent.-Reuter.
HOCKEY NOTES
Owing to pressure on space Hockey Notes by The Quiz" is held over and will appear to-morrow.
British Ladies who showed marked Eagle); Mr. Witherdon (Duncan): H. improvement in their fielding, but Ldg. Sea. Romans (Eagle); Sub-Lt at bat could only garner 5 hits, of (A) Hain (Eagle); Lieut Darling which Margaret White got 3, to (Medway); Lt. Ogle' (Medway); Lt. score 5 times to the winners 11.Manners Birmingham); Lt. An-
CHINESE B.C. 7; M.G. COY. 6 derson Medway).
The local champions, fielding a make-shift team, just managed to scramble home by the barest of margins.
steady in the pinches. C. 8. With two away in the chung was the best performer last frame. Tommy Chun used his with Kitchell running close for head when he deliberately walked honours." Tommy Madar to load the bases, for Sgt. Major. Porter, next man
ber of entries received for the Jor- rocks Plate, the Stewards have de-
cided to run the race in two divi→'i STAGE, SCREEN
siens, which have been drawn as follows:-
Arabian Cat, Canary. High West.
STARS PLAY.
Merry Jester. Rexiana, silver Fox, FOR RELIEF
The Gawk. The Minx, Three Farthings.
Race No. 3.-"The Jorrocks Plate"-Division "A."-13 Miles.
Jack O Lantern, King's Parade, Malolo, Meteor. Public Hero No. 1. Punch. Mortmain, Seventeenth of September, Widnes, Zero.
Race No. 4.-"The Happy Valley A flat race
K. F. C. WIN
BOWLS MATCH Handicap.1 Mile
Governor's Team Defeated
for China Ponies "E" Class, and Subscription Griffins of the Hong- kong Jockey Club of this season that have not won more than $750,
has
Hon, Dr. Li Shu-fan kindly consented to kick oft at the football match to be played between stage and cinema stars in aid of funds for war refugees at 4.15 p.m. to-day at the Hongkong Foot- ball Club ground.
From 2 to 4 p.m., the following programme will be given:-
1. Selection by Chung Sing Brass Band; 2. Chinese Boxing.
Lam by
Cho Association; 3. Winner $150: 2nd $75, 3rd $60.4. Acrobatics by Lau Kam Tung Singing by Miss Wób Mei-jurn; Entry Fee. $5.
5. Troupe; Charybdis 188 lbs., Cricketer 143,
Hair Dressing, by
The Hongkong Football Club de- Easy Time 100; Lancashire Chap Messrs. Yeung Kwan-hap. Lau feated a team skipped by His - 162, Latitat 145. Lucky Eleven 152. Kwal-bong and ti Sing-wan; 8. cellency the Governor, Sir Geoffry Five Rulers 162, Mac's Adventure Boxing by Lam Cho Association: Northcote, by 79 shots to 55 in a 162, March Brown 150, National 7. March, led by Ng Chor-fan: 8. the up. hit a puny grounder to be put from the top of the league stand friendly lawn bowls' match played Dignity 140, Palmer 145, Split Hand | Pugilism, by Ng Kam-chuen; 9.
at Government House yesterday 159, Stymie 150. Tabby Cat 105.`
Radges admitting Non-Mem bers to the Members' Enclosure and Club Rooms at $5.00 - for Gentlemen and $3.00 for Ladies (Both Including tax) áro obtainable," through SECRETARY apon the per senal or written application of a Member, such Member to be responsible for all visitors intro duced by him, and for Payment of All Chits, &c.
The Secretary's Office, 1: floor, Exchange Building (Tel. 27794) will close at 12 NOON.
Tilins are obtainable at the
RECREIO 8; MIDGETS 2 The youthful Midgets toppled.
out for the last of the game.
Nip Lum hit best for the winings when they were badly troun liant in the Beld his homer in the ed by 9 free passes, garnered & ners, while Wally Ching was bril-ced by the Recreio gång who, ald third was the longest drive seen Johnny Alvares was erratic, pass- tallies on only 5 hits. Hurler for many a day.
The Gunners played excellent ing opposing batters, but allow- ball, but were greatly aided by the ed only 1 hit to be made off his de-
ilveries. effective pitching of Donald An- derson, whose deliveries released Old time basebailers Goiano. with a snap at the hip, were de-Beltran, Barros and Pereira, were clared to be legal by all but the mainly responsible for the winners umpire.
sound defence. Herbie Quon, on Club House provided they are TROJANS 8: ENGLISH FORUM 6 the losing end for the first time "The lowly Trojans shocked the this season, appeared to be affect- ed by the poor support offered by powerful Forum squad when they rallied gamely to score 7 of their his team-mates, of whom only P. The price of Admission to the to turn
8 tallies, in the last three innings. Lau handled any chances with-
out committing a bobble. what looked Uke sure Pubilc Enclosure Is $1.80 defeat into a well earned victory. including fax, for all Persons, F. Barros played a real captain's including Ladies, and is payable game for the winners who were at the Gate. Soldiers and Sailors also well served by Alves and B.
ordered in advance from the No
1 Boy (Telephone 21920).
PUBLIC ENCLOSURE
in Uniform are admitted Hall Price.
C. B. BROWN.
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By Order,
Secretary
Hong Kong, 12th Dec., 1938.
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Silva.
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The Forumers had the worst of the breaks, but were definitely un-
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SPORTS NEWS
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afternoon.
Note: A pony winning a race after the publication of the weights will carry 7 lbs. in add tion to the weight allotted..
Race
Detalled scores were:— GOVERNMENT HOUSE: HIS Ex
cellency, Dr. I. Newton, E. Carter and J. Deakin (skip) 23; Mr.
No. 5. "The Canberra Justice R. E. Lindsell, Dr. J. T. Handicap."~14 - Miles. A steeple Smalley, R. Hall and R. Duncan chase for Australian Ponles, Win- (skip) 15: Hon. Mr.. N. L. Smith, ner a Cup or $50; 2nd $25; 3rd $15. J. A. Fraser. J. Smith and A. Entry Fee $3, Hyde Lay (skip) 17. Total: $5. H.K.F.C.-C. G. Solis, W. H. Pegs. V. Walker and W. G11 (skip) 23; J. S. Howell, A. W. Hodges, L. E. Lammert and J. Russell (skip) 29; R. P. Shaw, C. S. Robertson, Glover and A. Brooksbank (skip) 27. Total: 79.
F.
.TRAINING GALLOPS.
The following times were clocked during the morning gallop at the Race Course yesterday:-
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'Dis 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Last tance Qr. QT. QI. MX. QI. 135 1.04.4 1.33.4 2.00.2
20.3
32.3
1 37 1.13.3 1.50.2 2.23
1 36 1.09.2 1.44 - 2.16.3 2.46.4 20,1
39 1.14 1.44 2.12
1
1 35 1.07.2 1.39.2 2.11.3
Snowy River
Cameronían
Bear Claw
Lancashire Chips
28
Jungle Jim
32.1
Cape York & Violet
Queen
28.3
Lucky Lad
† 35
56.2 1.28.1, 1.04 1.32,2
29.4
28.2
Sea Dragon & Five
Rulars
Lucky & Rose Jane,
# 44 #36
1.22.3 1:54.3
32
1.11.1 1.41.3
30.2
Bilkylight
1
Courting Eve
38.4 1.12 1.45 2.15.1 32.1 1.01.3 1.28
30.1.
"26.2
11 40
1.14.2 1.48,2 2,16
2.43 27
1 39,1 1,16.1 1.50 2.20.1
30.1
4 38.2 1.14 1.46.2
32.2
Salvage Master
1 40.3 1.17.1 1.49.2 2.20.2
31
National Defence Sahara Star
1
41.3 1.23.4 2.04.2 2.39.2
33
Dark
1
43.3 1.25.3 2.05.1 2.41
35.4
1 / 40
1.17 1.51. 2:23
:32
13
1.42
1.20.3 1.53
32.2
# 30.1 1.00.2 1.28.3.
28.1"
1 37.3 113.3 1.44 2.12.3
28.3
Scenic
1 35 1.09 1.41.3 .2.13.2
31.4
1 35 1,09 1.42
2.09.3
28.3
733.2 1.05 140
35
1 36.2 1,08 1.39
2.08.3
29.3
1 40.1 1.18 1.52.1 2.23.2
31.1
1
38.4 11.8 1.45.3 2.20.2
34.4
738
1.11 1.42.3
31.3
37.2 1.11.2 1:43
31:3
#31 1.00.4 1.28.3
27.4
# 32.2 1.01.4 1.31.3
28.4
-2 42 -1.19.2.-1.53
33.3
1
37.11.13.2 1,48,4 2,213
.32.4
Discovery Bay
1 324 1.02.2 1.33.2 2.00.4,
27.2
Lancashire Chap & The
"Leopard
421.21.2 1.57.2 2.29
31.3
Royal Highness
381.1431:44
29.2
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CAMBRIDGE LOSES
Race No. 6.-"The Consolation Scurry" (Unofficial) Mile. A
AT RUGGER flat race for China Ponies that
London, Dec. 14: have started at this meeting and The Cambridge University rugger not been placed first or second: team suffered defeat yesterday Catchweight 160 lbs. Placed ponies when, playing against the Edin-
Academicals, they beaten by 6-0.---Reuter.
7 lbs. penalty. Winner a Cup or burgh 350; 2nd $25; 3rd $15. Entry Fee $3. Post Entries.
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Sporting
Fixtures
TO-DAY
BADMINTON.-Y.M.C.A Badmin- ton. in the West Lounge, 8.30 p.m.
MEETINGS.--Victoria Chess Club,
5 at Gloucester Hotel, p.m.; Kowloon Chess, Club; at Penin- sula Hotely 5.30 p.m.
TO-MORROW
BRIDGE.-Y.M.C.A. Women's "Sec-
tion Bridge Class, 10 am.
| MEETINGS ---Annual, of the Royal Hongkong Golf Club, in the Board Room of Mesura, Jardins, Matheson & Co., Ltd., 8.30 pm, SATURDAY, DEC. 17. BOWLS,—His Excellency The Gov- ërnor's Team v. Civil Berride Cricket Club, at Government i House. 3 p.m. RACING.-Hongkong Jockey Club's Thirteenth Extra Race Meeting, at Happy Valley, 180 p.m.-
were
tom of that redoubtable huntsman, Mr. John Jorrocks, who slept where he dined and breakfasted where he slept.
Local Soccer Forecast For The Week-end
SATURDAY
First Division Kowloon (1) v. NAVY (4). Club (3) v. MIDDLESEX '(2). S. CHINA "A" (10) v. R. Scots (0) Police (2) v, EASTERN (6).
in previous match).
(Figures in brackets denote score
Second Division. Club v. KOWLOON, 5TH R.A. v. R. Scots. Eastern v. MIDDLESEX. ST. JOSEPH'S Y, Police. South China v. R.A.0.0. Third Division (A) Stanley v. P.W.D.
KIT CHE V. S. China.
Third Division (B) Signals v. RAF.. A.B.A. v. 24TH R.A. S'CUTTERS v. Powhattan.
SUNDAY
Charity Match H.K.F.A. V. II.K.C.A.A.F.
First Division Kwong Wah v S. CHINA "B". Second Division KWONG WAH v. Engineers.
Third Division (A) ELECTRIC v. 30th R.A. R.E. (C) v. R. SCOTS. 5th R.A. v. RA.S.C.
Third Division (B) KUMAON R. v. Medicals. University v. B.E. (E).
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