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THE

HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1936.

H. K. RIFLE ASSN: BIGGEST

AMAZING GROWTH

Membership Reaches The 4,000 Mark

CLUBHOUSE PROJECT

By "Bulls-Eye."

HONGKONG has become th

Rifle-minded.

So much so, in fact, that to day it boasts the biggest rifle club in the British Empire.

At a meeting of the Council of the Association, hell this week, it was

announced that only 16 new affiliated members were required to bring the total to 4,000.

Full Membership, after 74 appien. tions had been dealt with during the meeting, stood at 276.

The Hongkong Rifle Association, when it was formed seven months ago, anticipated nothing like this membership.

As a result of the extraordinary interest taken in it activities, the Caunell now finds Itself in as embur- ressing position,

It has so many membera

that

H

one avail the only suitable

the nble for their needs: that Golf Club ocruples the land at the pleasure of the military authorities. with Ля many hundred and that, members

ля the Rifle Club has thousands. Any objection by thi Golf Club to the proposed Rifle Club houre, therefore, seems bound to be overruled, and I think the disciples of St. Andrew's 'would be wise to accept the position with as much grace ns. possible.

At present, the Rifle Club atire) оп Wednesdays only, the grounds Saturdays shoots taking place Stonecutters.

at

Members and affiliates of the Ridej Association will hold their firal an nual Dinner, probably at the Peninsula

arrange Hotel, next month, Final

does not know where to find accomments will be discussed at the next modation during shoots.

LARGEST IN EMPIRE

The fact that Hongkong, containing less than 300 square miles and European population that does not oxceed 36,000 people, beasts the largent Rifle Club in the Empire is an indication of the enormous strides made by the lusty Infant

member-both The influx of Individual full members and affiliates hows no sign niating. On the if the past two months are contrary, any criterion, the Council of the Association is going to find itself.even more seriously embarrassed. Of the over 100 membership of

275, Lotal full have joined alnce the beginning of November.

meeting of the Council.

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I believe Aome discussion took place! at the last Council meeting regarding feminine members, one or two of the members of the Council apparently fa ouring the idea. But, as can be seen from the report of the meeting, pu- blished below, the Council decided to strictly limit meinersitip to men, all members to be of British nationality. This rule, both in respect to aliens and females (lots of riflemen regard!

strictly enforced, them both in the same light!) will be

COUNCIL MEETING

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of the

Crawford-w}!! head Australia's Davis Cup team,

FABIAN TO. ASSIST ARSENAL

FAMOUS AMATEUR

FOOTBALLER

SCHOOL COACHING

SCHEME

(By BRÚCE HARRIS)

A. H. Febian, a distinguished' amateur footballer, who is games master at Highgate School, has signed amateur forms for the

Australia's Davis Cup Decision

`WILL' COMPETE IN: AMERICAN ZONE

Sydney, Jan, 14.

Australia will no longer com- pete in the European Zone of the Davis Cup according to an official announcement made to- day.

The Australian Lown Tennis As- sociation has decided that in future. Australia will challenge for the trophy id the American Zone.

Elght of the Dominion's best play-

McGrath-Another Davis Cup "cer- tainly"

ere, including Jack Crawford, Adrian Quint, Vivian McGrath and Donald Turnbull have been requested to hold themselves in readiness for this year's Ser competition.-Reufer's "Bulletin

IN

THE EMPIRE

Turnbull (left) and Quist-have been requested to "sland 'by" for Davis Cup requirements.

WORLD OLYMPIC BRIDGE

Mr. M. E. Politi To Broadcast

TO DISCUSS PLAY

At 10.05 to-night, Mr. M. E. Politi, who delivered several broadcasts. last year, will discuss from the Incal Broadensting Studio the tournament to be held at the American Club on Februncy 4 at 7.30 p.m.

Last year over 200,000 enthusiasts played the hands, each of which is enrefully selected by experts to illus trate some point of value to overy, day Bridge play.. Results are scored against a par for bidding and play.

Mr. Politi will describe the two listeners hands shown below; so

since played at various times for "THE COUNTRY GIRL" should have this article before them

the Corinthians, the Chauls, Derby County and Fulham,

At a meeting of the Council of the Arsenal club.

.on Monday Rifle Association, held

vier. Fabian, who plays at inside- At its meeting this week. the evening in the Board Room Council unanimously decided that the South China Morning Post, with La. Tight, was captain of the Cambridge annual subscription rate be doubled as Col. H. L. Morrow, D.S.O., in the University side in 1931. He has Moon A 300 full members had been Chair, it was announced that 76 ap. enrolled. This remarkable step is plications for individan) membership direct result of the position created had been received since the last meet

In amateur internationals he was by the enormous number of applicn- ing in December, bringing the tatai

"capped" for England six times. tions for enrollment. The Inciiased to 275.

Before going to Cambridge rate, however, will not apply to the

The resignation of Sub-Licut. It.! Grieve, H.K.N.V.F., nccepted Fabian was a pupil at the school first 300 inul vadunt members to join the Association.. They will come with regret, and Cailet A. C. Ford of where he now is a master. He Foundation Members, and their sale the same Force was nominated to fill has suggested to Mr. Allison the Acription will be unchanged from: the the vacancy. original basis.

The

proposal that those taking part scheme of practical coaching by present in the recent N.R.A. Overseas Postal which some of the Arsenal players The Council does not at

A will help the Highgate boys next propose to increase the affiliation fee Match should be awarded the for aliated Rifle Clubs, this matter saciation's Bronze medallion was un. Wednesday afternoon on the school.

ground. having been left for further deus animously adopted.

not

But I understand that, if thin ereased fees do not curb applications the Council for full Membership, will in all probability take steps to new mambers, olose their books to limiting full membership to a figure greatly in excess to the existing at present.

impetus Great

marbership during the past fortnight has been the arrival in the Colony of the Royal Ulster Rifles, who are renowned for their keenness in rifle shooting,

to

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PRACTICAL DEMONSTRATION

Notable Achievement By Philharmonic Society

in

"The Country Girl" is the happiest Fhilharmonic Society production recent

усата.

This was abundantly demonstrated at the dress rehearsal in the Queen's Theatre last night, and It is safe to predict that everybody who attends the performances to night and on Thursday, Friday and "The idea," Mr. Allison explain-Saturday will derive a most enjoyable

entertainment. ed, "Is that half a dozen Arsenal players-first and second team men of should mix-in with the boys in The matter of the provision adequate range accommodation was a practice game, during which_nd- discussed at some length, and steps vice will be given. This is prac- were taken to ensure that this should tical as distinct from theoretical

coaching. be available in the future.

The offer of Sergeant Russell to organise, and to be responsible for, the Association's Revolver Shoots was approved, as was the suggestion that the Honorary Treasurer be asked to help in this connection.

AN ANNUAL DINNER

It was decided that the first An-

This method of instruction is exactly what the Rev, K. R. G. Ilunt, a senior colleague of Fabian

The production is creditable to everyone concerned and is a reward for the weeks of hard work put in by, the Suciety.

The

J.C.M. Grenham, making his debut with the Society, walks off with chief honours, but the supporting principale accomplish most praiseworthy work, whore rich otally Anne Winter

Winifred and full voler is

magnificent, One of their first acts on arriving nual Dinner of the Association should at Highgate School, suggested in

Lawson, whore winsomenes is no Jess in the Colony was to apply for be hell in February, and a Sul-Com- a letter to me a year age,

of Mears, Sentt

vocalism, L.A. attractive than her His "pet theory," As he termed affiliated membership in the Hang mitten consistlag

Jordan who gives a splendid rendition Rajah namber kong Association, the application and Austin, with the Honorary Sec

of the popular being approved at this werk's Coun-retary, was aupainted to go into the it, was that the F.A. should retain

W. Gill who acts with and to report to the Council the services of 20 old profession- matter,

of Bhong" nls, who would be sent out stx. cil meeting.

distinction, Nina Valentine who finds at its next meeting.

The Council unanimously decided eight or ten at a time to play with

full scope for her talents and C.W.E. that membership of the Association the schools in prnetice games, an

Bishop, who is a gallant wooer and should be confined to British male equal number on each side.

scores a big hit with his "Boy and From an authoritative Noree

bel

Now, through the good will of Girl" duct with Winifred Lawson. lear that the Coune new push-subjects, and that this should

stated in the Rules of the the Arsenal, Mr. Hunt's scheme ing ahead with plans to build a Club

will be demonstrated. House on the Kowloon Range, at Asunciation. present occupied by the Kowloon Golf Club.

TO BUILD CLUBHOUSE

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At the request of the Honed:

Secretary, a Committee was to consider the tentative

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proposals Northampton Town FC have I believe architects" drawings have already been prepared for this purput forward by him regarding the signed 1. Deacon, a wing forward be competitions to be held at the forth from Glentoran, who has seen ser- pose, and the question sheule

coning Prize Meeting, the members) settled in the near future.

big feature of the being Mesara.vice with Chelsea and West Ham. of auch Committee

a second Austin. Woodman. Scolt, Capt. Caffyn They failed to secure

forward for whom they

trentment. were and the Hon. Secretary.

the

It seems pretty certain tut Kowloon Golf Club are going to raise their voices in loud protest at what many meders regard, as an en- croachment on their preserves.

But I cannot see how

have signed John Morris, centre forward of Grave- rend United, as an amateur.

It was unanimously decided that negotiating. the fee churged for the Bpoon Shoots

Millwall they are held on Wednesday afternoons should! going to halt the new Rifle Associn-be raised to 20 cents, and those held tion, especially when it has proved during week-ends to 30 cents. For successful, and has the support of afiliated members, these fees will be the local Military authorities, who doubled. own the land. The Rifle Club can

argue with perfect

that

the

Kowloon

Other business of a minor nature Justification. was then dealt with, after which the rife range meeting stood adjourned.

Aston Villa have signed Charles Drinkwater, outside left of Golfers Green.

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PHILIPPINES TRADE

Nanking, Jan. 14, Chinn's drop from first to fifth pince among the nations doing basi- mess with the Philippines has awaken. ed the Chinese Government to necessity of helping Sino-Philippine trade.

the

FOUR QUESTIONS

to ask yourself before you troat a child's cold...

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5. Is it affective? Vicks VapoRub

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morning, almost always, the worst of the cold is over.

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VapeRub is also the foundation of the new Vicks Plan for bettor Control of Cold-which has been amply proved in thousands of clinical tests under medical supervision. The Plan can help you to baro fewer colda and shorter colds in your family than ever before. will find complate information about the Vicks Plan in each package of Vicks VapoRub and of Vicks Va-tro-nol, the unique sid in preventing colds.

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OVER 1 MILLION JARS USED YEARLY

DOLE STRIKE THREAT RELIEF PAY KEDUCTIONS. ON U.S. PACIFIC COAST

Los Angeles, Jan. 14. Threats of a dole strike and hun- ger march of the unemployed na brought the southern relief situation to the verge of violence.

Mr.-Losin-Finesilver, their lender, hus organised the jobless men on re- lief and warned the County Relief Committee that they are staging a strike on January 28 in which blood- shed may result unless the orders for reducing payments are rescinded. -United Prein.

Speeding Test Cases

Washington, Jan. 14. Mr. Martin, representing the ad ministration, introduced a bill for apeeding up Supreme Court tests of constitutionality. If the bill, is neted and the Federal Courts accept in it would eliminate 'lengthy tie-ups the lower courts-United Press.

AUSTRALIANS LOSE

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Cricket Tourists Beaten By All India

Tier chorus is commendable in every respect and has probably never been bettered to Hongkong. The singing is adequate and the dancing most attractive. In addition the, por formers are delightfully costumed and

When the United States took over this, together with the scenery, is a

Chinese show. Lionel the Philipplaes in 1896 Monckton's music is given worthy traders had a virtual monopoly in the Philippines market for eggs, hams, Hilks and cottons. Intensified Japan- reduced pur- ese competition haa chases from China to a comparatively low figure,

To check this loss, the ministry of industries is encouraging Chinese manufacturers to study Japanese methoila so that they may be able to compete on an equal basis with the Japanese in the Philippines market.

Union News.

Cyril Brown has accomplished a notable achievement in his production nf tho "Country

Girl".. which thoroughly deserves to rank as of the best efforts ever made by the Philharmonie Scciety.

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A full critique of the production will appear in

the Telegraph to

morrow.

Lahore, Jan. 13. In the third unofficial Test match hero between All India and the Aus- tralian cricketers, the tourists were beaten by 68 runs, when the side was diaminsol toulay for 218. Nissar had four wickets for 80 runs and Baqaji- Jani four for sixteen

India mado 149 and 801 and Aus- tralia 106 and 216,-Neutor.

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Annual Race Meeting, 1935.

Entries for the above will close at 3.00 p.m. on SATURDAY, 18th JANUARY, 1936.

'By Order of the Stewards,

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