1929-02-12 — Page 10

J

་

ASSCN. FOOTBALL

HOLIDAY MOOD AFFECTS LEAGUE PROGRAMME

OFFICIAL REFEREES ABSENT Owing to the Rugby football in berport match on

THE CHINA MAIL

LOCAL INTERPORT RUGBY. MATCH

VICTORY DESERVED

was not successful.

BU MƏGÜI Gota One

A great run by Plummer ended in a fine and the fourth--try for Hong Kong, Shanghai- made a big effort and their counter-attack sacceeded. Megill scored a bean- tiful try, showing the Hong Kong

On resuming the Athletic at HONG KONG WINS This was Wales's third. The kick tacked and Chau Yan-kwai had hard luck with a fine shot which Just went over. Except for-an oc casional breakaway on the part of the Kowloon forwards, play was confined to their half. The Athle- tic's main weakness lay in their shooting, as time and again, when well placed, their forwards shot In a well contested mistoh note defenders clean pair of heels. Saturday, wide. For Kowloon Angus and worthy, for clean, sporting vigour Murray's place kick was not suc First Eastman played an outstanding rather than for perfection in skill, cessful. Hong Kong attacked in and Second Divisions of the game, as on numerous occasions Hong Kong beat Shanghai on Satur- the closing stages and won on Hong Kong Football Associa-they relieved when goals seemed day in the Interport rugby foot their merits by

On the whole Kowloon ball match by twelve points to six tion was seriously curtailed. The certain.

and thus retained the emblem junior matches were controlled by were fortunate to draw,,

(gained up North twelve months volunteer referees. Results went

ago) that is "as dearly prized" out much as expected, but probably the

here as is the Calcutta Cup at matches not officially regarded as

Home. League matches will be re-arrang- ed.

the

In the programme

RESULTS AT A GLANCE

Kowloon

Diviison IL

R.A.F.

0 Chinese Ath.

R.A.

Small Units

+ Queen's ...

1 St. Joseph's Recreio

Navy...

S. China "B"

Friendly

Rault:-

Kowloon Athletic

0 Q

?

IRELAND ON TOP

ENGLAND DEFEATED AT "BUGGER".

A CLOSE MARGIN”.

London, Sunday.

At Twickenham yesterday, dull weather prevalled for the Inter- national Rugby football match, at

which there were 58,000`specta- Hong Kong: 12 points (4 tries), tors, when Ireland best England by Shanghai: 6 points (2 trias), six polats to Ave.

The ground was in excellent con- Game Summed 'Up

dition... The match was finely contested, H.R.H. the Duke of York, was |although the rugger displayed was present, and the teams were pre-

not first class. Both sides made sented to him. costly mistakes in paseing and The Irishmen pressed from the handling but the play throughout start and within five minutes was exhilarating and full of inci-Bugden flung the ball to Arigho, who kicked ahead.. Brown, the

་

Not often does the handling code RA.F. v. RA.

attract so many spectators as did Saturday's contest. Those who at Airmen Finish on Top -

tended were rewarded by an ex hilarating display, in more senses dent. At King's Park. No referee than one worthy of the game's tra- Grieve, for Hong Kong, played a English full back, should have ensi-

for this altions. was in attendance League match, but a volunteer) C. D. Wales was one of the win-great game at back, while the ly cleared, but he blundered and was found, and the R.A.F. won by ning fifteen's "stars" and he scored Hong Kong quarters were in bril- the ball was forced over the line. the wide margin of five goals to the first three tries. G. S. McGill Haut form, Koop giving an out- Davy scored a try, but Stephenson nil. The Gunners were handi-touched-down on one of the two standing display. Flammer was did not convert.

the best centre on the field, Scott capped by being a man short, and occasions for the losers and he de-did well and was great in defence little headway against the fierce The English backs could make gave a far from convincing dis-serves much praise. play,

Although Hong Kong lost V. W. Hong Kong were wall served by Irish tackling.

At half time Ireland led by 3-0. The Airmen proceeded to take L Stanion in the first half, the the halves; Bonnar and Wales had

After two minutes a fine pass- control right from the commence-side was better than that of the a day out, Wales's tries being *Friendly, owing to non-appearment, Jarvis being only inches visitors. To-day, Shanghai will beauties. Of the forwards Milne ing mavement by the English backs wide after a concerted attack. meet even stronger-on reputaton, Day, Lithgow Smith and Massey resulted in Smeddle acoring a try The Gunners were hard pressed at least-opposition in the United (an all-round "star") were always under the posts, which Wilson South China "B" for some time, and could make Services.

prominent in a good pack.

converted. and referee did not appear.

little impression on the R.A. de-

The teams, as previously select- fence, play being devoid of much│ed, were:— interest. Jarvis opened the stor-

Bouth China.. Eastern

Kowloon 0 H.M.S. Suffolk* 5

ance of official referee.

+ Match off. No match.

Eastern did not appear. Owing to the official referee not being in attendance the match being for the Airmen after Plunkett tween Kowloon and Chinese Athle had cleverly drawn the defence. tic was played as a friendly.

Half-time: R.A.F.

SMALL UNITS v. ST. JOSEPH'S

Opportunities Lost

Teams:-

R.A.

1

The second half opened in brighter fashion, the R.A.F. still pressing, but with more life be hind their play. Buckland added

Hong Kong

Wi

Ireland England

GOLF

5 points

-Reuter.

In the Shanghai' XV., Dunkley The Irishman attacked with tre- was a good defender although hemendous, energy. Sugden broke suffered by comparison with away from a scrum, dashed over; Grieve., McGill and Bichard were and scored a try in the corner. Full back: R. J. Grieve.

outstanding in the Shanghai three-Stephenson failed to convert. Three quarters: H. V. Koop quarter line; their forte lay in at- Soon afterward, Ireland had a [(Captain), G. A. L. Plummer, tack and McGil's try was lucky escape, Wilkinson dropping V. W. L. Stanion, M. D. Scott. classic; McGill and Hubbard made 'a pass when a try for England was Halves: J. L. Bonnar, C. Da dangerous wing throughout, New- almost certain. Thenceforward Wales.

combe" and Nell were inferior in ¡Ireland did most of the attacking. Forwarde: D. L. Mine Day, play and tactics to the clever Final score:- This game was delayed owing

H. F. Akehurst, W. F. Lockle, E. R. Hong Kong halves but struggled

6 points. to the absence of a referee, Lieut. a second goal after 10 minutes West, J. Riddell, W. Lithgow gamely. Stewart, Silby, Macintyre George, R.A.M.C., eventually off-play. Shortly after Jarvis was Smith, R. P. Moodle, B. P. Massey, and Kane shone in dashing foot- ciating.

injured, and was obliged to retire

Shanghai

work among the Shanghai for- for a short time.

Full back: G. 3. Dunkley (Cap- | wards, The Airmen Small Units.-Watson; Prit- went further ahead when Taylor tain).

Hong Kong, in spite of the injury chard, Corbett; Collins, Spears, deflected a shot from Buckland Three quarters: G. S. McGill, to Stanion, were the better team Brooks; Wake, Morgan, Walker, into his own goal. The Gunners J. C. Hubbard, G. F. Blchard, C. N. throughout in a match in which Hogg, and Twelves.

were kept continuously on the de- Brown.

keenness made up for lack of polish,

Having the advantage in weight, THE INTERPORT MATCH AT

MANILA Forwards: J. C. Stewart, Shanghai's forwards gained ground D. W. B. Murray, R. K. Silby, occasionally but there

was little

Mesars. N. L. Smith (Captain), J. G. B. Dewar, R. MacIntyre, serum work of real merit. More K. E. B. Pawley, A. J. Kane, J. B. often than not, the ball was out Andrews, H. G. Sheldon and Captain Bloxham left by the s.. Watson.

as soon as it was In. Shanghai healed a Hitle better but ance the "Trier" on Friday at 5 p.m. Touch judges: A. Gordon and Hong Kong halves got possession, o, E. C. Marton called by the sa

-Messrs.-1.-W. Shawanand good movements were initiated,

"President Polk" on Bunday. Shanghai trooped out to a very In the loose, however, the Hong. The above will represent the. Walker finished tamely. The Units' goal had a narrow escape

H.M.S. "Suffolk" repeated their enthusiastic reception and looked Kong forwards were a shade above R.H.K.G.C. v. Manila Golf Club, at

their opponents. when Watson missed a centre performance of two weeks ago by very smart.

Hong Kong followed to a simi: Little has to be said about the 15th instant and return by 8.5. Caloocan probably on 14th and from D. Leonard, but the ball ran defeating Kowloon to the tone of

lar outburst of cheering, and footwork-because there was not "President Madison", sailing on just outside the post. Small 5 goals to nil

from the start the match promised much of it. Hong Kong had a determin. .&

the 16th, momentary flash now and then and many "thrills,

Shanghal's first try began by some close of play each day, and will useful dribbling.

Yui,

through from a corner.

Result:-

R.A.F. R.A.

St. Joseph's-Rocha; Hyder, fensive, and they sustained a fur- Halves: A. S. Newcomb, W. D. Reed; McGrann, K. Omar, ther reverse when Plunkett got Nell. Lazama; D. Leonard, Castilho, O. Omar, and Souza.

St. Joseph's set the pace from the start, Watson being twice call- ed upon in the first few minutes to deal with shots from 0. Omar and Castilho. Corbett cleared smartly, and Twelves worked the ball to the other end, where KOWLOON v. H.M.S. 'SUFFOLK J. W. Allan.

up

5

0

Friendly-Matches

4

Units set

Kowloon: Angus; Robson, ed attack, but the forwarda Pile; Hedley, Easterbrook, Dow were ineffective, with the excep- man; Bliss, Davies, Spary, Miles, tion of Twelves, who worked and Baldwin.

Referee: H. L. F. Evin.

1

A free kick to Shanghai was cleared well by Grieve.

Scott was also prominent early with a nice kick to touch.

Shanghai attacked, but Massey led the Hong Kong forwards well. Then came some good passing by the Shanghai three's.

gamely and continually saw his "Suffolk": — Langlands; Mat- centres wasted. A slip by Corbett thews, Whiting: Onions, Barnard, nearly let the "Saints" in, but Barrett; Collingham, Peacock, Watson made a sensational clear. Gray, Thompson, and Stapleton. ance just as the ball was crossing The opening stages found Kow. the goal line. Five minutes from loon attacking; Spary sent Bald the interval the "Saints" took the win away on the left, and the lat

Wales' Great Ty lead through Souza, who ran ter's shot just went over,

Hong Kong raised the alage but "Suffolks," who were gradually through and found the net with a

settling down, began a raid on injured. He resumed, but was at in some vigorous play, Stanion was nice cross shot.

the Kowloon goal, and Thompson sent in a fine shot which just went an obvious disadvantage.

Half-time:

Small Units

St. Joseph's

D 1

The

Cables will be sent after the

SIR NORMAN RAE

Passing was often at fault both appear in the "China Mail" as to sense of direction and anti- sipation, many going too high. Koop's Interceptions were brainy. He appeared to be just a bit slow bat his is the type of work that is apt to be deceptive to the eye. Twice he nipped in at a critical moment and broke up Shanghai's

United Servicen

attacks.

HIS OWN FUNERAL SERVICE

́DRAFTED

Leeds-The funeral took place at Harrogate last month of Sir Nor-

over the bar. Following a corner Hong Kong pressed determined- The Interport rugger din-man Rae, formerly Coalition- on the right Peacock had hard y

Grieve was cheered for Ane ner

very strong combination meet burial service I wish the following Shanghai, also on the Club ground passages of the Bible to be read at Happy Valley. The Service with reverence and beauty: St. men's XV. will be chosen from the Lube, Chapter 24, Verses 18 to 22 following:-

(the appearance of Christ to two disciples after His crucifixion), and Able Seaman Webb (HLS. Pasim 28 "The Lord is my "Cornwall");

Marine McKay (H.M.8.. "Corti

shepherd. The

was hela at the Penin- Liberal M.P. for the Shipley division luck with a fine header from kicking. Then Hong Kong galaed sula Hotel on Saturday night of Yorkshire, who died at Batley Small Units started the second Collingham's centre.

Play con-und but Koop was tackled on when the Hong Kong Foot-at the age of 68 while at tea at the half with a rush, and Twelves tinued in favour of the "Suffolks," the line just in time. netted from Wake's centres, but but half time arrived with the

ball Club (Rugby section), other home of Miss Elsie Taylor, to whom Hong Kong, however, were very ruggerites in the Colony and he had been engaged about a month. was adjudged offalde. A moment

assertive. Wales secured posses friends did their best to repay Sir Norman bad left the following later Brooks headed over with BCore sheet blank.

On resuming, Kowloon were the sion and went through with a Shanghai's hospitality last year. letter to his executora;⠀⠀ only Rocha to beat. In a break first to get going, and forced a great try to give the local team To-day, at... 8.80 p.m., the I wish my funeral to be of great away St. Joseph'e increased their corner. From Baldwin's centre, the lead. Scott failed to convert United Services of Hong Kong-a simplicity. Instead of the usual lead, Castilho heading in a per- Davies, who obtained possession, from a difficult angle. fect centre from D. Leonard. missed a golden opportunity to Massey, just afterwards, brought Small Units had numerous oppor-open the scoring, when, in at McGill down as the speedy Shang tunities of opening their account, tempting to shoot, he miskicked, hal winger was going right through but nullified their chances by Play was transferred and Gray, and threatened serious danger. weakness and indecision in front after manoeuvring into position, At half-time the score was of goal. A length Twelves got the drove in a beauty which just went

Hong Kong: 8 points (a try). ball past Rocha after the latter wide. The "Suffolks were striv Shanghat:

nil. had saved from Walker. No furing hard to draw first blood, but and Hong Kong deserved the lead. wall): Midshipman P. N. Buckley by a soprano or contralto voice- I also wish two hymns to be sung ther scoring took place, although their shooting was weak, K. Omar netted an offside point opened the

They It had been a grim struggle so (H.MS. "Cornwall"), Surgeon. Lt. "Abide With Me," verses 1, 2, 4, and scoring, however, far but, after the resumption, the E. W. Blogham (HMS. "Bite B, and "Oh Lord of Heaven and just before the final whistle.

through Peacock, who had little game was even brighter.

bell"), Lt, W. Rickman (1st Batt. Sea." from the Scottish Presby- difficulty in netting from a corner Massey and Lithgow Smith were the Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire terian Church Hymn Book taken by Stapleton.

prominent in an advance by the Regt.); I have lived with a thankful heart Kowloon strove hard for the Hong Kong pack,'

Midshipment RJ Robertson to my Creator and I commend the equaliser, but their forwarda Pressure was exerted on the (H.M.B. Cornwall"), D. 8. W. spirit of thankfulness to my family found the opposing defence intact. visitors, and then Koop a got away Johnson (Iat Bath, Bedfa, & Herts and friends. I have enjoyed my Spary and Miles worked hard in beautifully and passed to Plummer Regt.);

life and have tried, though with

Result

St. Joseph's

Small Unita

KOWLOON V. ATHLETIC

Teams:-

Shanghai Retaliste"

A

the Kowloon forward line, but in the nick of time. Plummer Lieut. J. B. H. Konly flat Batt, many imperfections, to do my duty Lucky Draw for Home they got little support from the gave to Wales and the latter scor the Queen's Royal Regt.); Lt. D. F. and play the game. N

Team

remaining forwards. The "Sufed his second try. Scott did not Yate-Lee (1st Batt. Budis, & Herta. Dr. J. W. Lightley, president of folks increased their lead add the two points from the place Regt.), Lt. E. Faord (1st Batt. the Wesleyan Conference, who Playing on their own ground, through Peacock, whose shot at kick. Kowloon forced a goalless draw close range. gave Angua little

Queen's R., Regt.), Leading Seaman officiated at the funeral, said that with the Athletic.

Paddon (H.M.8. "Petersfeld), Sir Norman, in addition, drafted the chance. The Navy men were now all over Kowicon, and Gray added The Hong Kong three-quarters Leading Stoker Morgan (H.M.S. order of the funeral service in com- a third with a fine drive from just passed well but the Shanghai for "Cornwall"), Able Seaman Wright plete detail, and it was carried out Kowloon: Angus; Moore, outside the penalty area. Further wardewith Stewart, Silby and (HMS Titania”), Able Seaman to the letter. Eastman; Seddland, Campbell, goals by Stapleton and Gray Macintyre well to the fore-gain Knott (HMS "Cornwall"), Engine Nichol; Hannon, McIntyre, King, brought their total to five. ed ground towards the extreme Room Artificer Hammond (HM.E

corner. Stanion made a desperate Hermes"), Corporal Mos efort to help, but, handicapped by

Batt orset Fight his injury, was compelled to retire from the ground. Brown rounded off some neat and effective foot- Shanghai's first try. Murray fall. work by his forwards and scored

becam éven & more

Morgan, and Blacklock,

Final: MARTI

Kowloon

-- Athletic: ——Sui Din-lim, Mak^ "Suffolks” Kwok-tung, La Wai-man; Ng Po-| lau, Choi Ping fan, Ng Tak wing Lai Tung-chol, Chau Yan-kwai, Leung Tak-wing, Li Hung-ching and Li-Fong,-A

League Table Division table, excluding the Kow The following la the Second

Athletic, match

**** Played opened in-favour of the loon

Athletic and LI Hung-ching went

very near with a good shot. Ko K.O.SE,

ed with the place kick

The

Gonla

18:11 11641828 P.W.D. LA Pt thril

loon got going on the left, and Royal Navy 18 11 11 68 128 Blacklock put in a good drive Queen's 718190241 47 14 20 which the goalkeeper had some Athletic

difficulty in holding.

again took up the "

lowing a

Chaun Y

Chinese

118-11-27-1017

Joseph's 16508782413 1

oward

Boylan

EXPERT

SERVICE

AHMED LUNATIC HUNT.

TUESDAY, FERRUARY 12, 1929.

COUNT THE

MAILS"

THEN LOOK AT THE READER

AND YOU WILL SEE THAT HE IS A MAN

WHO CAN AFFORD TO BUY

WHAT YOU HAVE FOR SALE,

IT IS A QUALITY CIRCULATION

THAT PAYS.

IT IS FAR CHEAPER TO ADVERTISE

In a Newspaper That Reaches the People Who Can Afford to Buy Than to Advertise in a Paper That Reaches People Who Cannot Afford to Buy,

LOOK AT THE READER·

Befon You Decide Which Paper Shall Carry

Your Advertisement,

THE "MAIL" CLAIMS

THAT IT REACHES THE BUYER.

THEREFORE

ADVERTISE IN THE "MAIL."

SIR ERNEST BENN

on.

NET SALES

Brains Not Stomachs.

Speaking at the Annual Meeting, of Bean Brothers, Ltd., in August last, Sir Ernest Beum inter alfa-

idk

"In huying advertising space 'our appeal is to influence, at- mosphere, character, quality, and commercial importance, and these things are miles removed from the million sale puffed up with

coupons and benefits."

OUR ADVERTISING EXPERIENCE 18 AT

YOUR SERVICE,

CHINA MAIL OFFICES

3A, Wyndham Street.

SAND-LIME BRICKS.

Best machine made bricks.-

Highest tests and uniform qualities. For Economy, Quality, Beauty, Durability and

Satisfaction unsurpassed.

YEE YICK SAND-LIME BRICK CO.,

CHING IU NAM, Manager, Factory - Canton.

Hong Kong Office :—118, Queen's Road, West, 1st Floor. Telephone No C. 3882.)

AT PRESENT, OUTDOOR WORK ONLY,

K. FUJIYAMA

PHOTOGRAPHER.

NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY AND EN- LARGEMENTS A SPECIALITY. ENLARGEMENTS CAN BE MADE

FROM ANY PHOTOGRAPHIE NEW, OLD OR FADED", WEDDINGS AND GROUPS A FEATURE

TO

Page 10Page 11