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successful numbers in numbered chances, is used to denote
the form of sweeps which are to be subject to the duty and
the word "sweepstakes", which is used in section 9(1), is
reserved for the racing term which is used for the
subscriptions contributed towards the prizes for the
Owners of winners and placed horses or ponies in such
races as the Hong Kong Derby.
5.
Section 3 makes similar provision for totalisator
and pari-mutuel betting.
6.
Section 4 provides for the allocation of chances in
cash-sweeps.
7.
Section 5 places certain restrictions on the sale of
tickets and advertisements.
8.
Section 6 provides for a duty of 5 per cent. on
cash-sweeps and 3 per cent. on totalisator or pari-mutuel
betting and for the persons responsible for the payment
thereof.
9.
Section 7 provides for regulations for securing the
payment of duty and generally for carrying out the
provisions of the Ordinance.
10.
Section 8 makes provision for penalties and section
9 effects the necessary amendments and repeals in the
Gambling Ordinance.
11. Section 10 brings the Ordinance into operation
on the 1st January, 1932.
12. The Schedule contains the regulations.
13.
In my opinion this is an Ordinance to which His
Excellency the Governor may properly assent in the name
of His Majesty and on His behalf.
ہے
Attorney General.