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RACING RESUMES AT VALLEY: GOOD ENTRIES FOR JOCKEY CLUB'S SEVENTH EXTRA

RACE MEETING

SUB-GRIFFINS AUTUMN PLATE

BY "LAST QUARTER"

After an absence of over three months, racing en- thusiasts will again be catered for tomorrow afternoon when the Hongkong Jockey Club hold their 7th Extra Race Meeting, which opens their season for the second half of the year.

Intense Heat At H.K.R.A. Mid-Week Shoot

SUNDAY MORNING PROGRAMME

THE SPOON AND PRACTICE SHOOT HELD ON WEDNESDAY. SEET. 20,'', ATTRACTED 60 MEM. BERS.

Nine events are down for decision and after a care- ful survey of the handicaps and entries, which have been on the large side, it is anticipated that the events will be keenly contested and several good finishes should result. As the heat was really intense, Judging by the morning displays, lieve punters will relish one of shooting was not too comfortable, most of the ponies have benefited those rare occasions when they wind.

especially as there was very little by the summer vacation" and ap- will be able to definitely start the

Handicap Spoons went to L/Cpl. G. pear to be keen to be back in har-day right by backing a practical R. Marton 1/Mx, handicap 8, LA.C., ness, though punters should exer- certainty. Not only has this bay W. J. Gash RAP. handicap 10 for cise a little caution in placing bets clearly demonstrated his capablli- . (a) and to L/Cpl. G. C. Boe 3/ 'as undoubtedly some of the pontestes in the past, but, at the moRoyal Scots, handicap 5 for B.R. (bi. will not have attained their. regument, in my opinion, is the fittest

SUNDAY PROGRAMME lar racing form yet and may dis- entrant in this event.

The programme for Sunday morn appoint at this initial meeting, Oranje Boven. another consis-ing, Sept. 24, commencing at 8.48 am

will be Spoon and Practice Shoot, and Team Shoot at 300, 600 and 600 yards, Teams will consist of six members, 3 S.R. (a) and 3 SR. (b).

LEADING SCORES

The services of practically all tent performer, appears to be next the jockeys who participated dur-best, but this chestnut is not yet Ing the first half of the year are ready and in all probability will still available. A new comer, in not be saddled. Strathbunnock the person of Mr. H. M. Botelho should be the one to follow King. The following were the leading from Shanghai, will be making his Kong home. while the remaining scores of the Wednesday Shoot at

place should go to Some Hope

Kowloon City Range:-

debut.

Though still

I have not at all been impressed

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32 34 30 00

32 32 30 94 32 31 30 93 3.29 33 30 92 6 30 29 33 80.

は novice," Mr.

S.K. (B) CLANS Botelho appears to have some with Musketeer, as this chestnut

"Hp 200 500 600 T1. sound practical racing experience does not seem to be in racing con-PSM, V. Cooper Scr. 33 31 33 87 and has been a conistent early dition at the moment and this fact C/Sgt. P. Hale

S/Lt.-Comdr. Mackle morning frequenter of the course plus the 180 lbs. allotment and S., C. C. Chau during the past six weeks. My the 1-1/4 miles, should be sufficient B/in, W. Kiford understanding is that he will help reason for the stable connections Lagt. W. Nunn out Mr. Alin Raymond with his to keep him in the stall during L/Cpt. G. C. Boe

Lt. C E Otway vast string of mounts and I feel the afternoon. certain Mr. Botelho will prove a TWEED ISLAND BAY HANDICAP / G. C. Dawson 1 29 30 28 87

valuable addition to the ranks of our local amateur gentlemen riders. SUB-GRIFFINS AUTUMN

PLATE

(FIRST SELLION)

There should be keen competi- tion in this Ave furlong race for "B" Class China ponies and a close

LS., K C. Hoo

5 31 31 Scr. 29 29 30 88 3.30 29 29 88

Cpl. R. Langford, 3 28" 30 28 86 C.9.M.. F. Maslen 3 28 27 30 85 S.R. (A) - CLASS L/Cpl.G. R. Morton 8 25 32 30 87 L/CPL S. G. Brighty 6 29 29 28 88. NU. 27 30 27 BA

The meeting starts with the finish is expected. If Blue Express: LAC., W. J. Gash 10

L/Sgt. J. Baker

SPORTS

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 22, 1939.

HONGKONG Brown Bomber Wins Again: Sporting

Pastor Puts Up Plucky Fight

CRICKET LEAGUE

ANNUAL REPORT.

FOR 1938-39

The annual report of the Hong- kong Cricket League for 1938-1939 mentions that the season

WAS

marked by a record number of matches resulting in a; tle--four clubs in the Senior Division and two clubs in the Junior Division

being) Involved.:

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The following is the report. which will be submitted to the annual meeting of the League to be held on Monday, Sept. 25, in The Urban Council Chamber at 5.15

p.m. 1

EIGHTEEN TEAMS "There were eight entries in the 1st Division and ten in the 2nd making a total of 18 teams for the

ANOTHER KO, VICTORY FOR JOE LOUIS

New Record Set DETROIT, Sept. 21 (Beater)

Louls, the Brown Bomber and World, yesterday retained his title Heavyweight Champion of the by knocking out Bob Pastor in the eleventh round of the scheduled 20-round boat.

Louis, who turned the scale at 14t, 4h was defending his title for the eighth time in two years, which is a record.

-ATTACKED THROUGHOUT.

The

Brown Bomber attacked throughout and Pastor, who weighed List: 1lb. put up a very plucky fight.

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Louts piled up the lead, but two divisions.

Pastor fought back and won the The honours for the Champlon-eighth, ninth and tenth rounds. ship in the Senior Division were

TERRIFIC "LEFT" again keenly contested for and after a very interesting and ex- citing season the Club de Recreio emerged winners gaining 17 pomts and K.C.C. as runners-up with 151 points to their credit. Neither club lost a game.

In the Junior Division K.C.C. managed to reverse the final rank- ing of the position by winning the league with Club de Recreio-2 points behind-as runners-up.

The season was marked by a re- cord number of matches resulting in a tie-4 Clubs In the Senior Division and 2.Clubs in the Junior

were involved.

Recreto K.C.C.

E.K.C.C.

Navy C.S.C.C. C.C.C.

28 31 25 84

a

29 28 24 81

L.R.C. Army

9.28 30-23 79

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5 22

11 22 27 26

7 23. 25 26

13 23 23 27

14 21 28 28

classic of the day confined to sub-starts here his chances are quite F/Sgt. F. Tollison scription griffins of the Club of good, though there is certain to Lt. D. J. N. Anderson 23 28 29 this seaspri. The conditions of be a strong challenge from some LACS, J. Berry this particular, race entailed the of the better known sprinters L/Cpl. T. E. Wood

LS.. N. L. Pan 8 allctment of substantial weights to Jennifer at 152 lbs. is a definite Spr. W. Albone the champions in this class such danger especially with Mr. Proulx Bdsm, D. Belam as Marksman and Celtic Star and, in the saddle.. This chestnut Major S. White therefore, their respective owners should find the distance very mach LAC. T. Lillie have very wisely refrained from to her liking.

Bdsm, K. Nix entering they candidates.

L/Cpl. R. A. Cone Mr. Fih will have the choice of

- 18 28 28 T Pride of place according to Beetle View or Humdrum Eve and Spoon.

Denotes winner of the Handicap" weight impost will be occupied by I am inclined to feel he will pick

Winner of "Handicap". Spoon has King Kong at 161 lbs., and I be the former, which should at least is handicap reduced by one point.

secure a place. Red Feather will be out in the colours of a new owner but this bay will probably ADVERTISEMENTS prefer a longer race.

THE HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB

THE SEVENTH EXTRA RACE MEETING will be held (weather permitting) at HAPPY VALLEY on SATURDAY, 23rd Sept., 1939, commencing at 2.00

p.m.

FINAL STANDINGS First Division

P. W. L. D. Tie Pts.

7 5 0 1 1 17

7 4 0 21 151

7 4 2 1 0 13.

7 2.1 3 1 10

7.2 4 0 1

7 2 4 1 0 7

7 1 4 2 0 T05 20

Junior Division League

7

5

2

P. W. L. D. Tle Pts.

K.C.C.

9 5 0 4 0 19

Recreio H.K.C.C.

9 5 2 2 0 17

9 4 1 4 0 16

University Police

8 4 1 2 1 154

9 5400 15

Navy

8 2 2 4 0 10

C.C.C.

C.S.C.C.

9. 1 4 4 0 ?

****** ༦

9 1 5 2 1

9 2 4 3 09

9 0 6 3 0 3

LEAGUE'S THANKS

the race is run in slow time. Dawn LR.G. Eve of Heaven "Is essentially a as a possible danger, but I am of

Star is considered in some quarters Army short distance racer. Judging by the opinion this grey is a trifle the successes over identical dis-backward in form. tances at the Annut meeting, but i to-morrow the others may prove just too good for her. Moonlight View is a fair outsider, with great- should unexpectedly be heary ly enhanced chances if the goms from recent morning work-outs, I auditing the accounts, the HK.C.C.

VAUCLUSE HANDICAP

TWEED. ISLAND BAY HANDICAP.

(SECOND SECTION) · The entrants here are all not in the best of condition but judging

favour the chances of Peaceful View with Just In Time as the

Australian ponies should also pro- about five furlongs and the start This mile event for "B" Class next selection, The distance is

tance.

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The League takes the oppor- tunity to thank the Chairman of the Urban Council for placing the Council Chamber at its disposal for the meeting. Mr. E. C. Fincher for for entertaining of the Benior teams of Island v. Mainland on the H.K.C.C. ground, and the Club de Recreio for the loan of the ground, at the eleventh hour, for the Junior

10.10.38

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credit

duce a close race, with half a will be a great factor. Lancashire Islarid v. Mainland game on the The first Bell will be rung at dozen possibilities. On form. Lass is also useful over this dis- 1.30 p.m.

Criffel" is the best of the lot espe cially in view of recent training Avon is fairly fit and it by to- just about the right weight, 154 during the first half, this pony performance. Snowy River is in at morrow is up to the form displayed

lbs., and will be a menace to any should go very near beating the of the other entran

favourites, I have not seen much

MEMBERS' ENCLOSURE

No One without a badge will be admitted to the Members' Enclosure. Such must be worn throughout the duration of each Meeting in such a manner as to be readily identified.

saver

If the going is heavy, do not of Potentate in action and so can- hesitate in having a

on not enlighten my readers, but Triumphant Day. despite the this chestnut locks well in the pad- weight. Vixen Tor is not com- dock, put a small investment on to Badges, admitting Non-Mema place. Another likely candidate leg of the Dally Double,

bletely out of it and may secure cover up. This event is the first bers to the Members Enclosure is Tornado Star except that his and Clab Rooms at $5.00 bad antics at the gate are against

GOSFORD HANDICAP This mile race for "C" Class Aus- tralians is the most difficult event For those looking for a big divi- in which to nominate the winner.

for Gentlemen and $3.00 him getting off wel

The accounts show balance of $105.09 and a Statement is appended overleaf.

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"D" Class China ponies and we will see quite a number of the old favourites going to the post. Sun- ght View, Valorous and Sylvan- dale are the three that first comes to my mind, with the chances of the first named most favoured. should be treated with caution. Dekkó is not at his best and

for Ladies (Both including: tax) {gend, it might be well to bear Mur-Murray River appeals most with/Gold Coin and Ebony Idol are are obtainable through the rumbidgee in mind, Happy Land-Strathcarrick and Violet Queen as SECRETARY's upon the perings and Cocklers have been given two other likely ones. sonal or written application of a me as sound bets and of the two A Great Time and Brutus are Member. such Member to be definitely prefer the latter, but dangerous. The weight and dis responsible for all visitors Intro- cannot see this chestnut doing bet-tance should suit Discovery Bay duced by him, and for Payment of All Chits, &c.

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ter than run into a place.

ISLAND BAY HANDICAP

1 (FIRST SECTION)")

The Dunbar candidate is also

but I have not seen this pony late- ly and therefore cannot comment on her present condition

The Secretary's Office. 1st A floor, Exchange Ballding (Tel. Class China Pontes les be

The issue in this mile race for CLEAR WATER BAY HANDICAP 27794) will close at 12 o'clock tween Advancing Time and Gal-Dally Double and is sprint race of This is the second leg of the Noon:

veston Bay The former is com approximately five furlongs for Tiffins are obtainable at the peting in a different class to that subscription griffins of this season Club House provided they are during the first half of the season, that have not won more than

but this dun is a fine racer and $1,000 in stakes, ordered in advance from the No it a seasoned jockey is given the carrying 168 lbs. Ascot Vale should Even though 1 Bay (Telephone 21920).

mount, the combination should be be the public's choice and should PUBLIC ENCLOSURE Tery close.

not disappoint The price of Admission to looking well and with Mr. Black to the rest and the weight allotted This black is definitely superior the Public Enclosure is $1.00 up should be the main danger is only 2 lbs over weight for inches, including Tax, for all Persons, Rose Queen and Fox Evelyn from which is not too great a handicap. including Ladles, and is payable the Eu Tong Sen stable are both dog and Heddon are both in fair at the Gate. Soldiers and Saffors probable starters and their chances condition and are good place bets in Uniform are admitted Hall of taking the big end of the prize National Honour la also in at top

are quite good.

weight but has always run well in Pinfarthings (168 lbs.) I am this class. Of the remaining en afraid will and the weight too tries, Kut Cheung and Green Bay C.B. BROWN,

much though the others should not are both well tried sprinters, with let, this chestnut take too big a West Lake an outside possibility. Secretary.lend. Marksman has also to carry Hong Kong, 18th Sept. 1959, top weight and I am not too sanɛ

JUNK BAY HANDICAP Novice Jockeys will have the 706 uine regarding his charices unless mount in this se furlongs race for

Price:

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giving the others some opposition. nicely weighted and capable of

ed as a possibility but this chest- Royal Highness has been mention- nut is a handful for the even the most experienced so that I hardly expect a novice to do better than secure a place, if at all pola

ISLAND BAY HANDICAP (SECOND SECTION) There are prospects of a fairly evenly balanced field turning out In the final event over one mile for "C Class China Pontes. On credentials, but this pony is not paper, King's Lead. has the best

too reliable. Based on training performances, Taxing Master looks tainly finish up well. a very good thing and should cer

Forgotter Star, Hine Diamond and Laughing Girl are others that will carry some support and should give a good account of themselves: Salvage Master and Smiling Thru are back on the course after a long absence but do not seem to be in that necessary condition for racing as yet, while I have not a line on Sokles of China, who I think has seen better, racing days, nuanca- shire Boy is a fair performer bus also dimicult to catch in training.

Louis suddenly uzicorked urry of blows. terminating his attack with a terrinc left which sent the challenger sprawling into the middle of the ring, where was counted out on his knees.

Pastor was floored four times

in the first round from rights. In the second round'iblai nose was bleeding heavily, ma SMASHING RIGHT Louls then unleached B two- fished attack and with a smashing right doored "Pastor for a count of nine.

Thereafter, Louls concentrated on Partor's face, seeking an open- ing for his deadly right.

Pastor fought back desper ately, despite his damaged -right-eye,-nose and mouth, ~·

4-crowd of 40,000 were in a franny when Pastor wint Louis to the ropes with hard tights In the ninth round.

LAWN BOWLS

TEAMS

Recreto teams for to-morrow:

The following are the Club de

1st Division "A" (Home) vs. K.C.C. I. J. Silva, C. M. Silva, J. F. V. Ribeirò, F. X. H, Silva; J. Lux, A P. Guterres, RF, Luz, H. A. Alves; L. F. Xavier, C. E Marques. J E. Noronha, C. G. Shiva,

Fixtures

TO-DAY

! BADMINTON,~YMCA. Badmin- ton, in the West "Lounge. 8.30 Dm

SWIMMING..

YMCA Mirąd. Swimming, 6 pm; South China. AA. Swimming Championship $7,80 PDT

TO-MORROW

Com-

FOOTBALL-Halphong v.

bined Chinese, Club, 5.30 p.m. HOCKEY.-Y.M.C.A. men's prac Atice King's Park, 4.45 p.m.

LAWN BOWLS-First division, 14 Craigengower v. Bowling Green.. Recrelo B v. Civil Service, |Re- creio -A Y, Kowloon C.C.-Second: Division, Bowling Green v. Po- Hee. Third Division, Crai- gengower †. "Hongkong F.C. Kowloon F.C. v. Prison Officers.. -Kowloon C.C. v..Electric.

extra

¡RACES.—Seventh

Happy Valley. 2 p.m.

meeting.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 24- BOWLA. - Goscombe O'Sullivan: Inter-Departmental Final, Po- lice Green, 3.30 p.m.

"B" (Home) v1 0.9.0.0. A. M. Rodrigues, A. M. Xavier, C. R. Fereira, A. A. Remedios; C. C. Peretta D, C. Alves. B. Basto, F. X. Soares; C. F. Remedios, C. H Bas-FOOTBALL-Haiphong v. Rest of to, F. V. V. Ribeiro, J. J. Basto, Hongkong, Club. 5.30 pm.

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