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LOCAL" SPORT.

(PEGIMENTAL BOXING.

TAR HONGKONG DAILY

WELTER WEIGHTS, Pte. Cooper (A) v. Pte. Moult (D). The first round was a fierce struggle, Cooper

COMPANY WINS SHIELD FOR being on the defensive. Moult, however,

FOURTH TIME.

HE. THE GOVERNOR PRESENTS

PRIZES.

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was very erratic. Cooper got home nicely with his right in the second round, but he gave in before the round ended. His opponent was too bustling and strong.

MIDDLE WEIGHTS:

The

The boxing tournament of the Ins

Pte. Pullen (A) Pre. Melton (A). B., the East Surrey Regiment, held Pullen often got home with left books in at the Murray Barracks, concluded the first round, but he also missed badly Fast night, when the Shield which on occasion. Melton was much too slow presented by the Hongkong in the second round, thereby allowing Boxing Association, was won by the Pullen to retain bis advantage. A" Company, this bring the fourth third round was tome. Pullen woo. time for the Company, to win the trophy. Lieut. Colour Montague Bates who re ferred the contests, before calling upon His Excellency the Governor, Sir Edward Stubbs, to present the prizes at the conclusion of the events, said how much they appreciated the presence of HF. the Gorettor who had kindly condescend. ed to present the prizes. He would be leaving Hongkong shortly and it was to be regretted.

Continuing he congratulated Company on their success in winning the whield for the fourth time in succession, Ho then read out the points nequired

Pte. Jarvis (C). Pte. Loft (B). The first round was very slow. About four decent blows only were landed, thres by Loft and one by Jarvis. As the second round commenced, Jarvis rushed in, and punished his opponent heavily and as he covered on the ropes sent a few hard Joits to his side and knocked him out.

FINALS.

FLY WEIGHTS.

Pte. Quelch (A) r. Pte. Woolcott (A). Woolcott boxed nicely in the first round and found his opponent's jaw with left books. Queich was, however, very collect ed. Woolcott was most aggressive in the second round and was slightly superior.

1.0.0. ANNUAL

QUESTIONS BEFORE THE

MEMBERS.

The annual general meeting of the how loon Cricket Club took place yesterday evening, under the chairmanship of Mr. E. Abraham. A large number of members were present, ⠀

In addition to Mr. E. Abraham, the Committer present comprised: Mesars. J. Smith, . P. Robinson, J. Hyde, J. Fraser, F G. Herridge, A. W. E. Davidson, W. Goldenberg and S. E Green (Hon. Secretary).

The annual report was as follows :

ANNUAL REPORT.

The report and statement of accounts

for the year 102495, of the Kowloon Cricket Club, were presented as under:

* FINANCE.

The profit for the year is $1,655.30, and it is felt that there is very reason for satisfaction at the result, taking into consideration the unusual expenditure in connection with entertaining generally. MEMBERSHIP.

Since the 1st August, 1924, ninety new members have joined the Club, a few old members rejoined and about eighty re signed or had their names removed on

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER

.PRIZES.

The Committee thank the numerous donors of prizes for the various aport competitions The first alaren batting prize was won by A. W. Ramsey with an average of 31.21, and the bowling by F. Goodwin with an average of 9.66. In the second eleven batting honours went to O. B. Raven (20.30) and bowling to B. Petharam (13:19).."

The Chairman, commenting on the an nual report and acedunts, said the mem- bera would observe that the profit on the year was 81,503.30, which was very ereditable taking into consideration, the unusual expenditure in connection with entertainments generally. They endea voured to make their

visitors feel at home, and these efforts were much ap preciated. Their membership had risen from 478 to, 800, and more members had"}," joined recently. The grounds were ins better condition than they had ever been He congratulated the cricketing members on their successes, and wished them good luck in the future. He proposed the adoption of the report and accounts.

Mr. J. A. Lyon seconded, and the re port and accounts were passed

ELECTION OF OFFICIALS. The following officials were appointed for the ensuing year:-President, Mr. R. G. Lindsell; Vice-President, Mr. E Abraham; Captain, Mr. J. Ca Lyal; Hon. Secretary, Mr. S. E. Green; Hon.

by each company which were as follow: Quelch started off in the last. round with account of their departure or other rea-Treasurer, Mr. F. G. Herridge; Vice-

*A** Company

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"B" Company

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La conclusion, Colonel Bates said that he was glad to see some of the members

rights and lefts to the face bat bëföre the end of the round, he was perceptibly tired. Quelch won, but his opponent was awarded a good loser's half point.

BANTAM WEIGHTS.

Captain, "Mr. F. Goodwin; Committee: The present membership is 500 us. Messrs. J. H. Robinson, F. Goodwin, W- against 478 In 1923-24.

The Committee record with deep regret L/C. Thompson (4) r. Pte. Ellis (A.). the deaths of Messrs. R. Earnshaw and Wild swings which did little damage were. A. J. Searle. the features of the first round. The :

of the Hongkong Boxing Association pre-second round was a little better and Ellis

GROUND.

The cricket pitch has received good en He would like again to say how got home to the body and face with his attention during the summer months and much their gift of the shield for which left. Thompson did nothing except should be in excellent condition for the hustle. After a tame third round Ellisoming season. The bowling green has was given the decision

also been considerably improved.

a good many spirited fights bad been fought, was appreciated. (Applause.).

FEATHER WEIGHTS.

(LJC. Marshall (1) Pte. Holcombe (C). This fight lasted a few seconds only, when Holcombe knocked his apponent out LIGHT WEIGHTS.

Goldenberg, L. E. Lammert. J. Smith, &. C. S: Burford, J. A. Howe and W. F. J. Gorvia. Balloting Committee Mearra E. Oliver, V. C. Labrum, J. Fraser, L Jack, J. C. Long, A. W Ramsay, E. Penny, J. Lyon, C. G. Harrisch and B. E. Nichols.

The following were appointed life members of the Club: Messrs. B. Harvey, 3. Hyde, H. E. Stevens, L. J. Blackburn, S. E. Green, and George Kynoch.

QUESTION OF PAID SECRETARY. The Clab was again successful at the

The next question on the agenda was Horticultural Show, four 1st and three and prism, and two Awards of Merit that of a paid secretary for the Club. being obtained. The flowers and plantar... A. Long said that the Club had are in good condition.

reached such a stage now that the system of volunteer service to the club should be replaced by a paid man. Mr. Lyon Necessary renewals and alterations were proposed an amendment that the Club

THE GOVERNOR'S SPEECH, H.E. the Governor, before distributing the prizes, said that he was very pleased to be present to set the semi-finals und finale fought. He congratulated", "A" Cpl. Chouley (D) Pte. Wilcox. to, on their succus and all those who After a few hard hits Choules knocked made during the season and the building should carry on as usual. It was decided had taken part in the contests.

Concluding, His Excellency said he was very sorry to leave the Colony and his time now was very short, but he was lad to be present to show his apprecia tion of the sporting spirit, (Applause.)

his man out. Wilcox Ineked stamina.

WELTER WEIGHTS.

Pte. Moul (D) . Pie. Churchly (A).

Churchly rushed into bis man costinually in the first round and was superior. Early in the second round, Moult was forced to the ropes and Churchly landed with In shower of blows to the face. Moult fell

1.8.M. Maynard who announced the tato a clinch to save himself. Churchly Sights, drew attention to the events be continually missed hädly in the last Zween the Surrey and Hermes men which round. Churchly won. take place at the Murray Barracks to- night.

SEMI-FINALS.

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CLUB HOUSE,

is in quite a fair state of repair. *:

LADIES PAVILION.

have rendered the shed in good condition

•Repairs recently effected to the roof

CHICKET.

not to have a paid secretary.

A proposal that the monthly subscrip-

was defeated. tion to the Club be raised from-82 to 83

It was decided to vote an honorarium of $350 each to the Hon. Secretary and the Hon. Treasurer,

The cricket throughout the season was attractive and enjoyable. More matches were played than in 1923-24 and a slightly

KONGKONGʻ HOCKEY OLUB. greater measure of success achieved, though there is still room for considerable THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. improvement It,' as is hoped, the majority of the old playing members are available, they will form the nucleus of an eleven that should, do even better in the coining season. The necessity of regular practice, however, cannot be too strongly emphasised,

INTERPORT TEAMS.

We had the honour during the season

The annual general meeting of the Hongkong Hockey Club was held at the Hongkong Volunteer Defence Corps Head- quarters last evening. The President, Lieut Col L. G. Bird, D.S.O., was in the

chair.

The Chairman stated that the balance sheet showed that the total receipts for the year were 8638.29. Expenses came

MIDDLE WEIGHTS. Pte. Pullen (A) . Pte. Jarvis (C), The results of last night's bouts were Pullen frequently got left books to the jaw in the first round, but Jarvis, did as follows:

not flinch in the least. Jarvis began well in the second round, but after the first L/C. Doarkes (A) v. L/C, Thompson left which landed hard and often on the fow exchanges be failed to avoid Pullen's (A). After a few exchanges, Thompson jaw and body. The exchanges were very of entertaining the Shanghai and Malaya to $405.41, and this left a balance at the kuocked his opponent out with a swift

even in the third round and Jarvis left book

brought his right often into play. Pullen Interport teams in all-day matches bank of $221.88; which with the cash -Pte. Dyo (B.) v. Pte. Ellis (A). The seemed tired. Another round bad to be against representative Kowloon elevens in the hands of the Treasurer made a fight was over in a few seconds, Dye being fought, the verdict going to Jarris. His The cricket in both games was bright, and total of $230.88. The Chairman coinmen- knocked out.

opponent carned a good loser's half interesting, and in the match against ted on the satisfactory increase in the "point"

Malaya the spectators had the privilege balance. of witnessing a sparkling century by Fit Lieut. G. E. Livock, who, in accordance with the usual custom, was the recipient

LIGHT HEAVY WEIGHTS.

FEATHER WEIGHTS. Pre Goodfield. (B) » L/C. Marshall (D). There was little that was exciting L/C. Brazd (R.W.). Pte. Rowland in the first round. Marshall had the best (D). The first round began furiously of a bat in honour of the occasion." of matters, but, Goodfield landed a good with Rowland rushing his opponent. The We congratulate Mr. A. W. Bamsey right to the jaw on one occasion. Good fighting then slackoned. Rowlands got upon, having been selected a member of field got home to the body often in the home twice to the body with his left and the successful Hongkong Interport teams, second round, but his blows lacked vim, Brand landed rights to the face. The both against. Shanghai and Malaya last

is the third round, Marshall took up second round saw Brand superior. Brand year, and against Shanghai this year. the attack and sent some nasty left books, was also slightly ahend in the third The first XI. played 27 matches, of to the chin. His right also was often in round, Brand won..

play. Goodfield was on the defensivo alost continually. Marshall won, but Goodfield was given a good loser's ball point.

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"HONGKONG BASEBALL.

which 11 were won, 13 lost and I drawn.

The second XI. played 18 matches, of which were won, 11-16st and 2 drawn.

TENX19.

The Chairman, is a brief review of the activities of last season, regretted that it tiad been impossible to arrange an inter- : port game with Shanghai, owing to the difficulty in getting away. Shameen twice visited Hongkong and of the three games played the Club won two and lost one. Negotiations were in hand with a view to obtaining two adjacent allotments on the new recreation ground at King's Park, Kowloon. They would be used as Rugby and Hockey grounds

tournament was prevented owing to local The conclusion of the annual lawn tennis

unrest Most of the events, however, are

There will be four games in the Hong- Pte. Holcombe (C) v. Pic: Parsons (A), kong Baseball League during the week Holcombo rushed in and easily avoiding end at Happy Valley Parson's defence punched with both hands! The South China A A. will meet the to the jaw. Parsons was knocked out Hongkong Volunteer Defence Corps to in the semi-final stage and it is hoped after being heavily punished on the day at 2.10 p.m. in the first game, while that at early resumption of play will the Hongking Baseball Club will play the bring about a finish at a near future Japanese Baseball Club in the second at date. linching was Prevalent in the 1st 130 p.m. round. Welton continually covered, but To-morrow the South China A. A. and Choules did not take advantage of many Filipino Club Baseball teams will contest chances Welton shaped better in the the first match at 2 p.m., followed by the second round and seat his right well to game between the Hongkong Volunteer the jaw on one occasion. Choules was Defence Corps and the Indian Recreation mostly the aggressor The third round Club at 4 p.m. was more exciting, but its chief charne teristic was crudcnesa Choules-won

first

LEAGUE TABLY.

Peroen-

i had entered the teams in the Hongkong Tennis League, ons in each division, but the prevailing disturbed and owing to the near approach of the conditions prevented a commencement, cricket senson it was recently decided to cancel the League this feas

|BOWLS: LEAGUES

Progress in the Cimb's unna! tourna

In this connection the Chairman aid. that there was to be a meeting of the Recreation Grounds Committee on Mon- as representing the Hockey Club, and day and it would be attended by himself, also by representatives of the Rugby Club Continuing, the Chairman remarke that the "A team had played 18 games during the last season, the fixtures be ing mainly due to Mr. A. Bowen, In son- clution he returned thanks to the U.S.R.C. for their assistance in the past season. with regard to grounds

ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Officera were elected as under, these also to serve on the committee Hon. Secretary, Mr. P. W. F. Mill; Captain of the 1st XI Mr. E. J. R Mitchell; Vice-Captain, Mr. W. Woodward; Cap. Played. Won. Lost. tage ment and in the matches in the Hongtain of the 2nd XI. Mr. J. Wedlake; 815 kong Lawn Bowls League was also inter-A Team, Mr. L H Kearns Hou.

fered with, but efforts have, recently becu Treasurer, Mr. L. P. Ralph made to revive the situation in order to 鼗 23 bring about ronowed energy and enthus

256 iasm.

Pie, Wilcox (D) v. L/C. Clarke (R. W.-), Wilcox began the fight with a whirlwind Japanese Club... 8 -rush and sent about half a dozen left South China A.47 hooks swiftly to the jaw, often following Hongkong B.B.C...s ng with a straight right Clarke, how Filipino Club ...... 9.

Volunteers ever, stuck it well. Early in the second round, Clarke was floored with a hard, Indian R.C........ right, but he rose and fought back game-

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Jy. He took punishment well, and at the end of the round evened up matters. Clarke seemed a hard as nails. A hard VOLUNTEERS SWAMP third round saw Wilcox in good form at the beginning, but Clarke fought won

erfully and perhaps, bad he taken full rugger" match was played at cdvantage he might have knocked out Happy Valley between teams representa

opponent, Wilcox at the end of the time of the Hongkong Younteer Defence round seemed done-up. He however, won, Corps and HMS Hermes yesterday. but his game opponent was awarded a The game was very one-sided, the Yolun good loser's half point."

toers winning by 21 points to ni

'CHILDREN'S. SPORTS.

The event was held of New Year's Day and mat with its usual sucOCKA. The thanks of the Committeo are tendered to the many generous subscribers, and the ladies and gentlemen who so kindly assisted on that occasion.

CONCERTS AND DANCES.

Tao open air concerts, and several dances at the Hongkong Hotel Roof Carden were hold during the year and were all well attended and ranch enjoy

ed

Mr. Piercy, who has been the Hon.

Treasurer for some time past, was thank- ed for his services

The question was raised as to whether, in view of the difficulty experienced last season in getting three teams together, one of the teams, should be dropper] this son. After a discussion, it was re- solved to keep the three teams going,

It was further decided that ju.com piling the fixture list, Tuesdays, Wedn days and Fridays should be the days which the teams should play

The hockey season officially opens in October and a meeting of representatives of all hockey clubs will be held in about a fortnight, to arrange fixture

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