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THE RACE WEEK. WEATHER PROSPECTS.

THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18TH, 1984

the winner of the sensationía! Onísk "to" ENGINEERS' ANNUAL BALL.

last year's Derby, in as good form for the present season as he was last year. "What sort of weather are we going He will probably be started in the long With this splendid string to have for the race meeting?" is a ques- distance races. tion that must he exercising the minds of long distance ponies one would not be of owners of stables, jockeys and racing surprised to see Sir Paul win outright enthusiasts, generally just now. The pre- this year the Subscription Challenge seat state of the weather is not too re- Cup. Sir Paul has set his heart on this assuring, and we enn but hope that the trophy, which he won last year with Diadema Dablia. The trophy to be won miserable weather of the past fortnight wil: be replaced by a brighter spell during outright has to be won by the same owner the latter half of next week. Mr. Clax years in succession. ton; the Director of the Royal Observa-}

DERBY GRIFFINS.

tory, cannot help us very much in this Of the Derby griffios belonging to Sir direction. When approached on the mat-Paul. Magnificent Dahlia and Jewel ter yesterday afternoon, Mr Claxton said Dahlia 11. are the most fancied. It will that it was extremely difficult to give be recalled that the first Jewel pooy anything like a correct forecast so far pony owned by Sir Paul was Jewel Astor ahend as six or seven days. If he had Dahlia which on the Derby for him in at his disposal information as to the con- 1914 with Mr. J: E. Brand in the saddle, "ditions prevailing in the upper air over Mr. Brand is riding again in Hongkong a number of stations and the weather after several years of absence. This year conditions prevailing over Central and he is riding for Messrs. Stephen and Stitt, Muskateer, belonging to Mr. A. A. South-West China he might be able to give some idea as to the weather for Alves, a Dervy suh. has done some very Wednesday and the following days. Fle, consistent training times and is not to however, very kindly went to the troubice despised in the race for the blue rib of looking up records as to the state of bou of the meeting. He does the distance the weather in Hongkong for the period in good time but without the steering 20th to gard (inclusive of both dates) over hand of somebody who knows the Course a stretch of a decade.. These records it is feared that the pony will not be seen show plenty of rain for this period from at his hest. Gymp, belonging to Mr. 1910 to 1921. there being only one sunny Bugram, has not done well over the Derby distance but should be dangerous over period, which was 1921. From 2014 to 1918 (ve years) there was plenty of sun-slightly shorter distances, like the Maiden shine in each year. Taking the ten years altogether six of the periods in question have been fine and four wet, but as these four have occurred frem 1019 onwards, it seems rather a debatule point as to whether this should lead one to forecast raia or fine weather for next week. So we leave it to readers to draw their own conclusions.

THE RACING."- The 1021 Hongkong race meeting will he noteworthy for more reasons than can be adequately mentioned. This year there are a larger number of stables as well as ponies, in particular of subscrip-

tion grifios competing, whilst the interest take in the annual event seems to be keener than ever. This appears to be burne out by the large demand for sweep stako tickets, and in this direction' it is interesting to note that the jockey Club first prize cash sweep for the Champions ovcat will probably amount to something like $70,000. Last year this amounted to

929,214.

As to the ponies the subscription grif fins this year have turned out to be in finitely better ponies as a class than we have been accustomed to for many years past, and they will provide some very good racing. Then, again, in the matter

and the Trial Plate on the first day. Dark Mouse belonging to Mr. Henry Hum. phrey's is a much fancied pony for the Derby, and he will have Mr. Kaoll in the saddle. Baronsfield (:1 hards), of Messrs, Morris and Marshall's stable, the biggest of a string of four, has gone off and is not looked upon as a likely winner, but Courtfeld (13.1 hands), his stable come panion, will probally render a good account of himself.

Bercachie was Messrs. Stephen and Stitt's hest Derby griffin. but he is hardly likely to be up to the standard of Derhy form by next week

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Looking back over a period of 11 years we find from the Hongkong Race records that Sir Paul Chater has won the Derby on no fewer than five occasions. Ife won in 1912, 1911, 1915, 1916 and 1923. During the same period be gained 3 seconds and 5 thirds in the Derby. He has also won the Champions twice in the same period. The late ir Ellis Kadoorie also had the proud distinction of winning the Derby oo two occasions, Mr. John Peel once, Mr. G: H. Potts twice, and Mr. Birkett once.

OLD PONIES.

A BRILLIANT FUNCTION.

The last of the important Balls of the season--that of the Institution of Engi- neers and Shipbuilders of Hongkong took place at the City Hall last evening Both inside and out, the building was specially decorated for the occasion. In addition to the main entrance leading to the grand staircase, there were separate entrances for ladies and gentlemen, all lined with palms and ferns. Above the main portico of the Fail was displayed the Institution's badge-a phenix rising out of blazing ashes, with the word 'bique, brilliantly lit, below-and in the main dancing hall the crest is also shewn. The dancing saloons, card rooms, suppor room, etc., were all tastefully, decorated with Hags, bunting and plants, and for their activities in this connection Messrs. D. L. Keith and W. Greig are to be specially congratulated. Models of en gineering feats (a Hongkong Tramway Company's car and the s. Charlotte Dundas, the first practical steam vessel ever built, which was constructed in Scot- land in 1901) were staged on the midway landing of the main staircase.

SPORT

FOOTBALL

The following matches are due to ba played today:-

́INTERPORT TEAM г. THE REST.

Hongkong Club ground at 4.15 pm. Referee: Mr. Smith. The trama- Interport.-F. Whoeler; Wynne and and Bishop: McKelvie, J. Stewart Lelliott, Charlesworth. Eaton, Johnson, Nash and Begg

The Rest-Lau King Cheung (South China) Humberstone (Surreys) and Kaight (Kowloon): Howarth (Kowloon), Mair (H.K. Club) and Leank Yuk Tong (South China); Maron (Kowloon), Forsyth (H.F. Club), Castledine (B.G.A.), Lai Wai Tong and Chat Kwong Ui (South China).

HL.K.T.A. JUNIOR CHALLENGE SHIELD. South China "B" e. H.M.S.Marazion, Navy "B" ground, at 2.45 p.. Referee: Mr. Collins.

HONGKONG LEMQUE. Division II.

Kick-off at 2.45 p.m. Hongkong Club Reserves". EMS. Iroquois, Hongkong Club ground. Refores: Mr. Blumsa Titania Reserves v. St. Joseph's, Navy "A"ground. Referee: Mr. Tovay. University e. R.G.A. Reserves, South China ground. Rofere; Mr. Fair. bura.

Club de Recreio e. Filipino Club, St. Joseph's ground. Referee: Mr. Bailey,

HONGKONG LEAGUE TABLE TO DATE. Division Z.

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The company was representative of the Colony. About 550 people were present. Supper was served in the Theatre Royal, which was prettily decorated with The general series of crossed flags. tables-round ones seating six-were in the body of the Theatre, whilst the Presi dential Table was erected on, the stage.

Surreys The stage appeared like a flower garden. With the neat lighting effect, the whole Tamar...... supper room presented a striking multi-HK. Club 13 7 4 coloured picture. Card players were Ambrost 14 South China..... $ Kowloon .... 14 accommodated on the ground floor, and

special private room was constructed RGA for H.D. the Governor and his party.

Dancing commenced at 8.30, those participating in the Official Laacers being Sir Claud Severn and Mrs. Baker, Mr. Bernard and Lady Stubbs, Mr. Wolfe and Mrs. Dyer, and Mr. Edkins and Mrs. Reid.

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South China B 12 Supper to the huge gathering of guests St. Joseph's.... 12 was served in relays, the Hongkong Hotel Marazion 19 being responsible for the; catering." At Club de Recreio 10

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46 ...... 13 the Presidential Table were: His Excel- lauking 10 lency Sir R. E. Stubbs and Mr. Baker, South China A 11 Mr. S. Baker and Lady Stubbs, Sir Claud Diomede 14

Bluebell Severn and Mrs. Holyoak, Mr. D. G. M. Sacred Heart... 14 Bernard and Mr. Harman, M. G. TRG.A

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18 Edkins and Mrs. Dyer, Mr. H. P. Holy oak and Mrs. Reid, Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe quit

University 11 and Mrs. Greig, Foo. Mr. A. O. Lang Tamar...... and Mrs. Wolfe, and Mr. W. Russell and Filipino Mrs. Davidson.

Among the aid ponies entered for the Challenge Cup are Spotted Sand, Sua-

The notable absentees жете Lady star, Starland and Cock o' the North, Severn, Commodore and Mrs. Grace, and of jockeys the stables have been well- every one of which have rendered a good | Sir John and Lady Fowler. supplied. A pumber of well-known riders account of themselves in the past. Sir have already arrived from Shanghai, in-Paul enters Christmas Card and Thomas both the Peak Tramway Company and Dancing continued until an early hour, cluding the veteran jockey, Mr. C. R. & Becket, and it should not be difficult the Star Ferry Company making arrange. Burkill, who has been riding China ponies to spot the winner in this race, seeing ments for transport until 2.30 p.m. since the early years of 1900. He is to that Sir Paul has the best of the stayers. There was a large attendance of officers ride as first whip for Sir Paul Chater. | Peacastle, if he returns to his Shapghai' Then there is Mr. F. Vida, who can form and races better than he did at the of the Institute, including the General

always be relied upon for a good start Lust Gymkhana meeting, may secure a in any scurry, and Mr. E. Moller who uau place, but it is doubtful, without Mr. J. bo depended upon to pilot any slough Johnstone in the saddle, that he CLA through a long distance event, and ride render a good account of himself.

VALLEY STAKES.

Committee: Meaars. S. Baker (President), W. Russell and A. Davidson (Vice-Presi donts), and G. J. Harman, H. E. Hangen, T. Neave, P. T. Farrell, W. J. Stokes, E. Cook, H. M. MacTavish, T. 8. Mor rison, and B. I. Frost.

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ROYAL HONGKONG GOLF CLUB.

RESOLUTIONS CONFIRMED. INCREASED ENTRANCE FEE

WIDER POWERS FOR COMMITTEE.

AND

An extraordinary general meeting of

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Club was held in Messrs. Jardine, Mathe- son and Co.'s board room yesterday for the purpose of confirming the two resola- tions, altering the Club's Articles of Association, which were passed at a good race right to the finish. These

extraordinary general meeting held on three jockeys have been retained to ride

January 28th fast. The alterations con- The Valley Stakes for subscription Mr. S. Baker (President of the In-earned the question of extrance fee, which for Sir Paul's stable. Mesare. Morris and griffins should be a good race. Judges stitute) was the Ball Convener, and the it was resolved to raise from $30 to $50; Marshall have retained the services of of form consider that Lady Severn, Mr. following committees were responsible and the empowering of the Committet Mr. W. Hill, and Mr. Brand is to ride Dynasty, Mr. Busto and Mr. Roda have for the very successful arrangements: for Messrs. Stephen and Stitt. Mr. Knoll the best of this year's subscription grif

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to suspend any member for a period not Dance Committee.-M. H. K. Hender-exceeding six montha'if two-thirds of the

is here and is to ride for various owners. fins. Lady Severn's Durian should carry. Mr. Jackie Baald has not yet arrived the red and white quarters to the win-sou (Convener), Messrs. C. C. Nelson, Committee consider such course necessary from Shanghai but is expected here ning post at the head of a big field of J. H. Hamilton, J. H. Donäitborne, D. in the interests of the Club, The Com- shortly. He is to ride for Mr. A. A ponies. A win for Lady Severn would be McLaren, N. McTavish, W. Brown, S.mittee' are now also empowered to call Alves, Mr. Peta and Mr. Basto. For the a popular one. second time in the history of the Hong-

Hope, G. Stack, and A. Wobiter. Mr. John Peel bas an exceptionally kong Course we have to welcome the ap-small stable this year but Yellow River pearance of a Chinese jockey from Shang should nequit himself creditably as he did hai in the person of Mr. L. Hu who last year in every race for ponies of his ? comes down here with a very good Kinng class. Mr. Zellensky will ride for this

wan reputation. Whilst on the subject stable, as he did last year. of Chinese jockeys, it is hoped that Mr. ILiou may be given a mount in Hong- kong. He has some very fine races, to his credit at Shanghai but none finer than his remarkable win on Claverlite, at Klangwan, just over two years ago.

'TO JULIA.

an extraordinary general meeting to con- Wine and Supper Committee.-Mr. G.sider the question of expelling any mem- J. Harman (Convener), Messrs. J. Eber whose conduct is considered to cadan- asses, J. B. Chapman, T. Neave, S. Tger the character or good order of the Farrell, L. J. Blackburn, J. W. Paton, Club, or who wilfully acts contrary to the D. McMurray, Q. M. Shaw, A. Davidson, Club's rules. W. J. Stokes, A. Leach, W. E. Oswald and D. Templeton.

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Sir Paul bas an exceptionally fine string of old ponies this year, including the You ask me, Julia, what will win well-known long-distance stayer from The Hongkong Derby. To begin, Shanghai, Thomas & Becket, renamed I really cannot say at all. Fascination Dahlia, and Christmas Card Which is best Dahlia for Sir. Paul (renamed Sunshine Dahlia) also acquired Kr-m will know (such skill he's got), by Sir Paul for the Hongkong meeting, He may inform you; he may not. Thomas 6. Becket, as we saw him the For Uncle Henry, too, of course, "other day in training, looked in the best Dark Mouse may prove a

darker houses: of form and in the pink of condition, and While, if you trust what some folk any he should run any pony of his class over You'd better "pang" the Dragon (grey). a long distance. Christmas Card comes If nothing else should prove, too fleet down to Hongkong with an excellent Old One-Pound-William's bad to beat, reputation and can be relied upon over And Woodpecker would pay quite high nearly any distance. He has run consist If he should catch the judge's eye. ently on the Shanghai Race Club Course Benachie, too, or Musketeer as well as at Kiangwan. He finishes just

Might win; they've no great chance, I hear. as gamely in a half mile sprint as he In wisdom sage to none I'd yield would in mile and a quarter race, which if I should bid. you back the Field."

is the Championship ovent distance, and But, better still than any tip

we expect to see Christmas Card giving From this your sportsman-poet's lip, a very good race to Messrs. Stephen and if you could only get a look Btitt's Cock o' the North in the Cham- In Mister P 'Derby book, pious race on the third day Empire And back where he lays shortest odds, Dahlia is still included in Sir Paul's You're sure to pick up cash in wads. stable, but it is practically certain that For he for sure--I'm certain of it- he will not race. He is a skeleton of his Will show (what I am not!) a profit!: old self Bir Paul also bus Ideal Dahlin,

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Committee. Mr. B. M Dyer (Convenor), "Messrs. H. E. Grey, P. T. Farrell, W. Russell, J. Reid, R. Hunter and G. J. Harman,

Decorations Committee-Mr. E. Cock (Convener), Messrs. G. H. M. Banner. man, G. W. Grosectt, J. M. Bamaay, T. S. Morrison and J. H. Donnithorne,

Card Room Committee.-M. P. W. Ramsay (Convener), Messrs. W. Russell, N. A Labrum, A. Simpson and J. Orimis- toa.

At yesterday's meeting (Mr. J. B. Boss, Captain of the Club, presiding) the re- solutions embracing the above alterations were duly confirmed.

The CHAIRMAN mentioned, at the con- clusion of the meeting, that the Club team would leave to-day (Saturday) for Manila, and he was sure they would carry with them the best wishes of all the mem bers for a handsome victory and a good time. (Applause.)

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