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OFF DAY RACES.
A SUCCESSFUL AFTERNOON.
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THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH SATURDAY FEBRUARY 25 1011
Mr. O,K's Donau, 10st. 121b.
(Klimanok) 1 Messrs. Slado and Ballooh's
Treventa 10st. 9lb..(King) 2 Mr. Twain's Seaweed 10st, 716.
(Humphreys) 3 Stewards. E. Sir F. J; 'D). | Mr. Echo's O. B. 11st. Óll ..... Lugard, K.C.M.C., C.B., D.S.O.,
18th inst.
(Williams) O
121b.................(Kremor) 0 Mr. Ellis Kadoorio's Blowing
Chof 106, 120b ....(David) 0. Capt. P. II. M. Taylor's-Mohawk
THE CORONATION.
HONGKONG'S REPRE- SENTATIVES.
18th inst:
SIR JOSEPH FAYRER'S A SLEEPY MAGISTRATE. GAMBLING AT SAMCHUN.
APPOINTMENT.
CANNOT BE, ROUŞED BY
CANNON SHOTS.
Nows comes down from Cantom'
ACTION BY GOVERNOR
OF HONGKONG.
Flo "Also Run" Stakos.-Valuo $200. For Subscription Grif- fins of this Sauson that have run at this Meeting and not:
18th inst. boon plucod. Weight for in-.
Wo understand that Sir Josopli clion as per scale, Jockeys who It was rumoured in the Colony Tayron, Bart., M.D., and Lady
| (THE “TELEGRAPH "CONTESPONDENT | have not find more than two to-day that Sir Paul Chater, K., Fayror are leaving Hongkong by
"Canton, Fob. 17... winning mounts in Hongkong, C.M.G., and the Hon. Mr. B. the Gorman Mail. Sir Josopli, of a most ronurkable case of
The suppression of secret gam Shanghai, or Tientsin allowed Keswick, managing director of who has boon in the colony for a sloopinosa on the part of a sub- bling has, it is noodless to say, 5 lb. Jockoys who have never Mosers. Jardino Matheson, and short period, has just been up magistrato in charge of a district, all along boon strictly and viga- had a winning mount in Hong Co., Ld., had been selected to re- pointo modical superintendent near Canton. This official was rously resonted by the authorities kong or China allowed 7 lb. prosent Hongkong at the Coron of tho Royal Infirmary at Edin dismissed some time ago for neg-in Hongkong. Some time ago Off-day Winnors barred. En-tion of King George.
burgh,
leet of duty. But by devious reported in your columus trance $5 to go to Socond Pony. No more worthy soloction could His many friends hore, whilst ways well known to Chinesa of that, since the Canton-Kow- One Mile.
bo mado, and while we con-congratulating him on his ap-ficialdoin, he worked back before loon Railway was opened ~to F. B. Marshall's Xmas
gratulats the. "Government on pointment, will regrot his de-long into his former position and traffic, the fantan houses in Sam- Tree 10st. 81, (David) 1 its choice, wo are also compellod purturo: Ho, is a Lieut. Col. recommenced his old accustomedelun had been taking ad- ^{Monteith), 0 | Messrs. Boyes and Taylor's
to congratulato the two leading | in the R.A.M.C., and was gamo of leaving the affairs of, vantago of the easy means of Eight ponios faced the starters, Chowringhee 10st. dib.' ... mombors in our Colonial life upon educated at Rugby, Trinity his district to look after them They gave no trouble and when
(Hickman) 2 the compliment paid them. Collogo (Cambridge), and St.solvos the while he sought solneo
When the history of Hongkong George's Hospital.
and found roposo in doop draughts the flag foll Artesian assumed the Capt. C. A. Claytor's lola 10st.
from his opium pipe. command from Seaweed second
(Jervois) 3 is written, no small place will bo and Trovenna third. Donau was The large field of nino ponios given to Sir Paul Chator, for he about a length holind in the fourth was sent way to a capital start.hus been closely identified with place, Artesian hold his position to Xmas Troo showed to the front, the development of this outpost of the village challenged by Seawood, followed by Highland Burn. The the Empire for over forty years,
In view of the 'somewhat con- who, in turn, was given a hard first round past the post Xmis and has played no mean part in race by Trevenna and Donnu. Treo was in the van, follow- extending and porpetuating. Bri-fused state of adronautical tor-
Bilbo wound, and tish interests in this place. He minology at presont prevailing,
II. E. Vice-Admiral Sir A. L. Mr. Roberts' Lightfoot 10st. Winsloo, I.N., KC.B., -C.V.O., 131b............................ .............. ( Ruhorts) O C.M.G.; II: E. Maj-Glenil, C. A. | Mr. H. B. Piko's Artosian 10st. Anderson, C.B., Commodoro C. J. Eyres, I.N.; The Hou. Sir Paul Chator, Kt. C.M.G.; Tho Hori. Mr. Honry Koswick; Mr. Ch Balloch, Capt. G. C. Dwyor, Mosars. G. Friesland, J. Godge, Honry Humphreys, C. 11. Roso, N. J. Stabb and II. P. White.
Stowards in charge of the Scale: The Hon. Mr. Henry Keswick
and Mr. C. Friesland.
Handicappor: Capt. G. C. Dwyer.
Judge The Hon. Sir Paul Chator, Kt., C.M.G.
Assistant Judge:Mr. C. II.
Noss
Starter:-Mr, I. J. Golgo..
Sinda.
Sassoon.
10st. Ub..........(Kunggs) 0 | Mr. Capt. Dwyer's Tralee 11st, 01).
Rounding the bend Mr. Klimanek
Second Starter: Mr. M. W. Time Kooper-Mr. M. S. wood and got into first place from Artesian., Kremer's mount was Hon. Treasurer-Mr. R. Choaten at the post for second and third places by Trevenu and Clerk of the Course:-Mr. T. Senwood, rospectively. Donnu F. Hough.
Edwards.
Even though the official racó mooting for the present season concluded on Thursday last, the attenfance of spectators in the Happy Valley this afternoon. when the off-day races were hold
was first.
Time: 1.01.15. Dividends-Win, $14.40.
5lb.
odby
one,
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AERIAL LANGUAGE.
THE CORRECT TERMS..
Aeronautics. The entire science of aerial navigation.
Aorostatics-The science of
a
a
The slumbers of this particular magistrato, however, wore not as those of other mon. Instead of following Nature's laws, he had limbit of going to sleep for five days at a time. That is to say,
arose that called if not for lus presence at least for his official soul, the yament functionaries were at thoir wits' ond to awaken the
communication to win the pat- rouago of foreign and Chinese morelmuts. It is reported that the matter his come to the know- and that His Excellency luas,taking logo of theGovernor ofHongkong, into considoration tho serious in- jury which will be inflicted on the Colony's trade, written to the British Consul at Shamcon, re questing lim to communiente Viceroy, and ask His
thorities of Sumchun to instituite inquiries, and suppress the gain- bling houses.
CANTON AND OPIUM.
(THE “TELEDRAPH" CORRESPONDENT
Canton, Fob 17.
ovorhanded Trovonna and Sea- forced, the paco ani ran into first croator of Kowloon as it is to-day, appointod by the Aeronautical days and three nights, each of fivo Excelloney to instruct the au
place which ho retained up to the for-his works are to be seen on Society of Great Britain to draft days' duration.
During his fivo-days' night no rock accompanied by Chowring-ovory hand in the New Territory, list of technical torms routing
to aeronautics and to dolino their TERRESTRIAL NOISE keo on his hocks. First Revolt whilst on this side of the water soon lost his advantage and the splendid monuments of his ontor meaning, and a preliminary ro-could rouse him. Whou casos raco home from the village priso will romain for conturies. port has just been issued. We bend was
The huge selemes lo has pro-quote the following definitions: 1 splendid Mr. David who secured his posed, and most successfully car- ried out, his generous gifts both maidon win, showed Cón-
in monoy and in bronzo-and his siderable judgment. From some Places, $6.40, 98.10, $12.20. distance behind hu pileted
buoyancy in air by muaus of dis Cash swoop:
Tanjir plot of noin us
torm to be applied to tho science Xmas Tree to the rails and giving
placement; this is, therefore, the Tree wont away and raced with colony.. Chowringhee Revolt
Aerostation-That part of aerial Going and Furst out
navigation dealing with gas-borne Tree passed the Judge's Box aclamation scheme, and upon this or "lighter-than-air machines."
Aviation-That part of serial winner by a neck. Chowringhee and he has since caused to bỏ was Second, and Elle a good erected many monumenital piles.navigation douling with dynami
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Ticket No. 30, 1st, $563.85 7,2mm, 161.10 71, 3rti, 80.55
Time: 2.12.
SUPREME COURT.
CRIMINAL SESSIONS.
active interest in all local institu- the pioneers of progress in this tions, entitle him to a place among
The greatest of those works'
being the ten million dolars ro-
Turn, where you will, one is confronted on ovory side with the results of his fortitò brain.
It was ho who first suggested, soveral years before the Govern- ment took up the matter, that the Now Territory should be leased from the Chinoso.'
of durostation.
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cally-raisod or "heavior-than-air machines..
Aeronaut-One who practisos any branch of aorial navigation. Aviator One who practises aviation.
Shed-The use of the term shod is recominonded instead of hangar.
Dirigible-A power-driven bal loon.
was nearly as large as on the The All Out Stakes-Value threo prncoding days. The ladies
$200. For China Ponies that of the Colony patronised the Jockey Club's efforts to provide
live ran at this Meeting and not won a Race. Woight for pleasure in connection with the inches as per scale. Unplaced third "Sport of Kings."; To-day they
Ponies and bona fide Griffinson wero in the private stamis,and on- date of entry allowed 516. Sub--| closures in no less number than
seription Grillins of this season on Ladies' Day on Thursday last, allowed 10lb Jockeys who Thoir toilettes vied with one an- luvo. not had more than two other in beauty of design and winning mounts in Ilongkong, artistic blend of colours, and there. Shanghai or Tientsin allowed 4- is no saying but the presence of 5lb. Jockuys who have never
18th inst. tho gentler sox in the Valloy lends
had a winning mount in Hong The February Criminal Ses charm and picturesqueness 10 Kong or China allowed 7 b.sions were formally opened this the gay scone associated with the
Allowancas not accumulative. morning by. Mr. Justice Hazoland Colony's annual reunion in Happy
Off-day Winner barred. En- and then adjourned till Monday, Valley. It would seem that the trance $5 to go to Second Pony. | Tho, jurors had previously boon Chinese have also come to ro-
Three quarters of a mile. intimated thattheir services would Than the Hon. Mr. II. Keswick, cognise that the yearly race mest-
not be required until Monday, hoad of the Princely House" ing is an institution in Hongkong Mr. Durgor's Just in Spite
and did not, therefore, put in ap-of Messrs. Jardine, Matheson & (Kunggs),1 to be honoured for to-day
pearance as usual at the opening Co., no, fitter delegate could be closing day of the great carnival Mr. Ellis Kadoorie Belgian
they, too, did not full short Chief lust, 7b.(Klimanck) 2 of the Sessions.
choson to represent the marcantile The criminal calendar to disinterests of the Colony. The Hon, in point of numbers to swoll the Mr. Gilpin's Caprice 10st. 211.
(David) 3 pose of is rather a heavy one. It Mr. Keswick is a mombor of the surging throng wunding its way
consists of 5 cases of kiduapping, | Legislative Council and takos a 3 of robbery, 2 of larceny and ro- great interest in the public welfare, wing" mchino, Williams) 0
ceiving stolen goods, 2 of armed fle is a keen sportsman and an robbery, 2 of attempled robbery,
to Happy Valley on pleasure bent, Mr. Cymru's Dylluan 10st. 7119 Being a Saturday and, therefore,
,-a half holiday the races this after Mr. Dryasdust's Gondolier 10st.
201... moon did not at all interfere with
..(Kromer) 0 to routing of business in the City. Messrs. Lowe and Hickman's The homeward English mail, had
Kongsi 10st. 51b. boen despatched at one o'clock in that when the taipan and the Mr. 6. 11. Ross Bon Heo 10st.
Į BIL
(Hickman)
clerk left office this afternoon they
.... (Jorvois) 0 Mr. Velox's Greyback. 10st.. "loft shop behind" and gavo
8.
(Asger) 0 themselves up to the alluring
It was Mr. Slade and Balloch's Tregua pleasures of the turf.
no small enjoyment. For those Ost. 11lb.... (King) 0
00-
in
1
olls over weight.”
Kongsi and Gondolier dolayod
1 of forgery and embezzlement,
1
1 of being found at night armed with intent to commit robbery, of an offence under Ordinances 7 of 1909, and 5 of 1860.
. All thoso cases are against nativos, but a churgo of arson against a foreigner is included in the calendar.
Ho entertains in princely fashion; the stranger within our gates is always welcome at his table, ladon as it is with the viands and produce of all countries.
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casionally been used to denoto aeroplane, the Committee recom- mend its use only in the sense of dirigible in order to avoid con- fusion.
slepor. It was beyond thoir His Excellency tho Canton
the xoxt best thing. They got the suppression of opium in Can- Power to summon to their aid the Vicorey has deemed it necessary artillery of heaven." They did to institute caroful inquiry into together an army of gung boaterston, and has instructed the polico these wore of no avail. Then department regarding the pro- tried gingals and old muzzle-secution of this campaign. Tho disturb the magistorial sunbors. ordered to write a summary of loading guns: these also failot Taotsi of Constabulary is Even cannon were called into the reports of opium suppression,
they
play: still no success.
received from all parts of the So it became the set rule that provinco, with those of the Can- no one should attempt to rouse ton high officials, and submit the the dignitary, that all casos should same to His Excellency tho bo hold over until he came back, Viceroy for examination and up- to consciousness at his own time proval. and in his own way..
The Taotai of Constabulary is further commanded to instruct
But it so happened that recently, while the magistrato was enjoying the local authorities of the ro one of his five-days' periods of spoctive districts in the province Airship-The term having oe-reposo, a severe clan light took to submit a true report of the
place in the territory for the peaco
decrease in opium consump- and goud order of which he was tion to tho Thotai, in responsible. When shio fracas erdor to bring this campaign came to a stop, the dead and against opium to a close. wounded were taken to the anion Helicopter A flying-machine so that the magistrate could hold CHRISTIAN UNION. supported by ono or more screw an official inquiry. But the latter's propollers rotting on vortical or cars wore deaf to the noise of
18th just.. approximately vertical shafts. crackers, gingals and cannon The Christion Union Committee Ornithoptor A "apping-alike; and at last in desperation of the Chinose Contral Y.M‚¤‚Á. the headmen of the villages im is. arranging for an occasional Flying-Mailiino-A generic plicated in the fight reported the meeting, in connection with the exceedingly popular member of term denoting orchines used in matter to the chief magistrate, regular Monday meetings, at the community. His appoint-aviation, as distinct from those who dismissed his sleepy-headed which Christian workers will bo ment will meet with the unemployed in aorostation..". subordinate, on the spot without given an opportunity to toll of qualified approval of all classes. Aeroplane flying-machine even taking the trouble to wake the work which they are doing in
provided with fixed planes-sup-him up. ported dynamically by its move- inont through the air.
This torm should ** not be the planes used to denote themselves, but should only apply
THE PLAGUE.
to the whole machine.
Glider An aeroplane unpro- vided with motivo power,
Multiplano-Anaeroplane with
two or more main planos over- lapping in plan-form.
1
1
When the disgraced magistrato awoke from his nap three or four days later, he was surprised to find a now magistrato presiding in his stead.
SCHARNHORST'S DEPARTURE.
Biplano-An aeroplane with Commander Kraft gavea dinuer two superposed insin planos-over-last evening on board his flagship lapping in plan-form.
in honour of Vice Admiral A. L. Winslos, Commodore C, J. Eyres, and officers connected with the army and navy. During dinner the band entertained the guests with splendid music.
CASE OCCURS AT FATSHAN. Bubonic plague made its first appearance in Fatshan a few days who havo staked their
ngo: Pho-victito-was a-little-girl-t In the Appollate Court, at the of nino years of age who succumb casional fivo-dollar bill
conclusion of Mr. Slado's arguod to the disease. For the last the "
pari und won the the starting of this race for quitement on the motion for leave to few years, Fatslan has been on- recollection of an afternoon's half an hour. Each in turn ran appeal against Mr. Justice Haze-tirely free from plague, but at pleasure was all the greater. once round the course. Even land's decision in the lower the present moment fours are on- For those who lead laid long tually when the fold was let go Court, that each party pay his tertained that this year it may odds on the favourites and lost, Dylan settled down in front of own costs in the case of Sham Yik they left the course comforted Kongsi second, and Belgian chief Ho against the Man Chun firm,
once again broak out. by the thought that the price third. Gondolier was last. At their Lordships grantal leave
QUARANTINE DECLARED of the pleasure was worth pur- the half-mile post Just in Spito prayed for.
BY SWATOW.
Monoplane-An aeroplane with elasing.
a single main supporting plane, And so it is that rushed up from behind and rúcod.
The Jurbour master of Swatow, which may consist of a pair of nearly one and all dismiss the neck and neck with Kongsi to the
with the approval of the Com-wings outstretched on oither side pleasant recollections of the race blackrock whore ho took command
missioner of Customs and the of a central body. moeting 1910-1911 with a philo- of the fold. Belgian Chief made
Foreign Consuls has declared that sophic frame of mind and await big efforts to overtake, the leader,
until further, notico quarantine the return of the next season but failed. In the loine straight
for plague is to be enforced on with pleasurable anticipations, Caprice, racing outside, at
all vossols arriving from the ports The band of the K.O.Y.L.I.have tempted to challonge Belgian
of Manchuria, including Dairon rondered yeoman servico in do-¡ Chief and Just in Spite, but
and Chefoo. lighting the spectators from day unavailingly. Just in Spite won
Canton has also-imposed qua- to day with music that over hath by two lengths from Belgian home for the agol poorboestablish- rantine on vessels arriving within "charm even to the savage
Chief. Caprice was a bad third.ed by public subscription, and ten days of departure from Now- breast. Their selections this Time: 1.32.2-5.
that the local charitable institu- chwang, Chonwantao Tiontsin, afternoon wore listened to with Dividends:-Win, $65.70
tions and the different guilds ba} Dalny or Chofoo. much pleasure.
Placos, $15.50, $12.00; 56.80 asked to give their assistance. Cash sweep:-
Many merchants present expres-
CANTON NEWS. (THE "TELEGRAP" COMESPONDENT]
Canton, Feb. 17. Some days ago, aceting of the Municipal Council was held at Fatshan, all the local authorities haing present. One of the mili tary oflicials suggested that...a
GAMBLING RAIDS. TWO CHINESE DEAD.
18th inst.
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|Hongkong, so that all may have not only an interest in their own particular undertaking but also a intelligent interest in the work
of others.
The first mooting of this nature will be conducted by Rov.-W. II.- Foster-Pogg, Chaplain of tho Forces, who will tell of the work which is in his charge. This meeting will be held at Ruther- ford Hall, St. Stephen's Collogo, on Monday, 20th inst.,. at 6.30 p.m. All are invited.
BRIGAND CHIEF IN KOWLOON.
(THE "TELEGRAFN" CONRESPONDENT 】 1 At Government House, thi
Cauton, Fob. 17. The notorious brigand chief, morning, at 9.30, the Scharnhorst bund delighted H. E. and Lady Ch For Yan, who had played Lugard with a small programme, and Kwai Shiu district, and havoc with Woi-chow prefecture and on this occasion Lady Lugard Two gambling raids were inude presented the bandmaster, Herr who, for over ten years; had been yesterday. One was in the ser-E. Richter, with a beautiful silver able to evade apprehension by the vant quarters of No: 05, Caius bowl as an acknowledginent of Road, and the other at 42, Graham the selections played on different
occasions at Government House.
The first saddling bell was
Commander Kraft entertained FINANCIAL NEWS.
mide by Inspector Fenton, in the taipans of the differout Gor- rung at 1.30 p.m. and punctually
which 17 men were arrested. Dur- Tiekot No. 344, 1st, $1,234.80
LOCAL SHARES.
man concerns at tiffin to-day. t ing the raid five mon attempted to at 2. p.m. the first race com-
370, 2nd, 352.80
Tho S.M.S. Scharnhorst leaves menced A good deal of interest
Writing under yesterday's dato escape, and on doing so they contred in the race for the The Admiral's Cup.-Presented the 15th inst. but was sublued by Lilu-wook, Messre:-ES Kadoorio the back yard, a height of about about 8 a.m...
191, 3rd, $ 170.10 shop in Sai Kwan, on the night of on the share business done during jumped out of the window into, for Amoy to-morrow morning,
Admiral's Cup presented by His Excellency Sir Alfred L. Winsloo, K.C.B., Ú.V.O., C.M.G. There were no less than fifteen nomina- tions.
Dotails of the races Oro appended:-
The "Hay and Corn "Stakes. Value $200. For all subscription griffins that havo run at this mooting and not won a race. Weight for inolios as per scale. To be ridden by jockeys who have not had more than two -winning mounts in Hongkong, Shanghai or Tientsin. Unplaced Junnors allowed 5lb, Entrance 5 to go to second pony. Half o mile
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Bod thoir willingness to do so.
A fire brokeout in a grocor's
Street..
The one at Caine Road was
by His Excelloney Vico-Ad- the fire brigade before much report as follows:-Business ow-fifty foot. The five men wore im- miral Sir Alfred L. Winsloo, damage could be done. K.C.B.,C.V.O.,C.M.C.,(Ladies'
Nomination). A Handicap for
all China Ponies that may bo
MANILA CARNIVAL.
started at this Meeting. Second Tho sportsmen who will repro-
ing to the races has hoon non mediately removed to the Govern oxistent this wook and no tran- ment Civil Hospital, and on arrival Bactions of any importance hayo to at the latter place one expired, bo recorded.
and was consequently removed to Rubber-Router's quotations
BILLIARDS.
The draw in the second round at the Soldiers' Club, Polico y, . E., A team is as follows:- Monday, Inspector Langloy v. Suppor Tooney"; Qe. Mr. Burn- father v. Sorgt. Brown.
Tuesday, Qr. Mr. Starling v P. C. Heuloy; Liout. Aston, R.E., v. Insp. Withors.
Canton authorities although they offered a largo reward for his arrest, has, at last, met his down- fall, as the result of an increase in the reward for his capture, made by General Chun Ping Chik at the close of last year.
On the 14th inst., the brigand was apprehended in Kowloon, through the assistance of scouts, and arrested by the Police in Hongkong, General Chun Ping Chik hautolograghod to theCanton Viceroy that the Governor of Tiongkong be communicated with with a view to securing the ox- tradition of the prisoner.
HOCKEY.
the mortuary. The other four to receive 60 per cent. and sont Hongkong at the Manila for Plantation rubber showashurp wore detained at the hospital Third 40 por cont. of the En- Carnival this year are leaving by riso to G. 111-2d. for smoked suffering from injurios and shock. tranto Foes. Entrance $5. the Rubi on Monday. They sheet, but share quotations have Ono of them died this morning. One mile and a quartor. The include Capt. H. K. Hughes, not responded so readily as might The remainder apparet. before Donor of the Cup has also Lt. C. R. T. Thorpe. Lt. Sullivan, huve been expected. Singapore Mr. J. Rt. Wood at the Magistracy
The Mahrattas met the Royal kindly presented a Bracolot for, Lt. I. F. Day, Capt. Brierly, Mr. market appoirs to be dull with this inorning and aftor hearing
Engineers' hockey team yesterday the Lady Nominating the Win Johnson, Lt. J. de Houghton, Mr. an occasional enquiry coming the evidence his Worship imposed
at Happy Valloy in the semi-final ner, no Lady to nominato more A. H. Collingsbrowno, Cour through for the small priced a fine of $5 each.
Wednesday, Capt. Addison, of the challenge cup competition. than Pony.
mandor C. L. Lamme, and Major shares. It is reported that United The other raid was made by E., v. Another; Corporal Hoat. The game was a very poor one, Korry
F. J. Hunter. Some very good Serdangs have declared a divid- Detective Sergeant Watt and Joy v. P. C. Boll,
and resulted in an easy victory polo games should be seen, and it end of 10 per cent, Glonealy police. They arrested 14 men, Thursday Sergt. Cooper vor, the Mahrattus. The Engi- is probable that tennis and cricket Plantations 8 per cent, and Bal- and brought them before Mr. J.R.Sergt. Goddard Sergt. Humber noors made the poorest slow this will also be played,
gownis 30 per cent,
Wood. Fined $2 oach,
Rojectod........ Lucullus Rose... Time: 2.40 4-5,
V. Sergt. Pitt,
BOISON,