1938-01-07 — Page 9

THE HONGKONG

TELEGRAPH.

FRIDAY,

JANUARY

7,

1938.

ENGLISH CRICKET LESS

DOUR THAN AUSTRALIAN

VIEW OF

N.Z. MANAGER

McCormick Best Fast Bowler

Mr. T. C. Lowry, manager of the New Zealand cricketers, said recent- ly that English cricket was less dour than Australion.

a

He said the New Zealanders were moat Impressed by Australian methods,

Australian players have nothing away, but they never missed hitting the bad ball for four.

sidco.

TRIBUTE TO McCORMICK

Schoolboy Cricket Should Be Developed

(By B. Abb!!)

(Continued from Pape 8.)

1

KWANTI

RACING PROGRAMME

Events & Entries For January Meeting

The following are the entries for the events of the January Meeting which will be held by the Fanling flunt and Race Club on January 18 (handicap weights in brackets):

The

January Plate-11⁄2 miles. A handicap for China Ponies. Wir ners

Errol Flynn as the romantle Miles Hendon' defends the young King masquerading sa a pauper from Barton Maciano (left) who plays the brutal John Canty in tha scene from "The Prince and the Pauper," film version of Mark Twain's tale of a boyish prank which almost wrecked an empire. The picture is now being shown at the King's Theatro.

FAMOUS DIVERS IN THE COLONY

DESJARDINS & MISS MANSFIELD ARRIVE FROM MANILA

(By "Abe")

course, whether to promote all the seconds or to keep his original second

The New South Wales Handicap. and to fill up his first team as best he may. My own view is that he has miles. A steeplechase for every right to play his second eleven Australion Ponies-Fairy (154 lbs.), Rosalind as a unit. It was most unfortunate Glorious Star (108 lbs.), that the first eleven league matches (152 lbs.) and Saltire (152 lbs.). could not be fixed before the begin- ning of January, for it is now almost They were fighters, and appeared a routine that large numbers of the

of a hurdle rnce or steeple- to have wonderful temperaments, Navy leave us very shortly after the

He ranked the State teams against New Year. This however is not his chase since January 1, 1937, barred. Benerth (130 lbs.), Ebony Idol which the New Zealanders played as fault and as I have said, I person-

Justifled in (150 lbs.), Festival Eve (154 lbs.), good deal stronger than most Eng-ally think he is quite Ish county aldes, but considered playing his second eleven as it exfat-Jack O'Lantern (150 lbs.), King's that several would prove more thaned when all the professors were here Parade (160 lbs.). Mountain View

match

for our Shefeld Shield und leaving the first to do as well us (150 lbs.), Sylvandale (180 lbs.) and

possible. I myself feel pretty sure Valorous (184 lbs.). that there is a bright side to his truu-

The San Wal Steeplechase.-11⁄2 bles as I think it very likely that some previously unknown talent will miles. A handicap for China Pontes. He considered that the New Zen- be unearthed. Failing that, it looksAruxy (150 lbs.), Benerth (150 Estover Diogenes (168 lbs.), lbs.), land bowling was better class than if Whitmarsh and Ogle will have 150 lbs.), Glenshee (153 ibs.), Pride the batting on the tour.

to carry the baby.

of Tsingtao (103 lbs.), The Arch- Only one score over 400 had been] The IR.C. entertain Cruigengower deacon (150 lbs.) und Widnes (153 made against them in England, and and here there should be a most ex- lbs.). Kone here. Against each of the cellent game. C.C.C. look

The Hunters Hurdle Race-1 prelty States wickets had been obtained strong on paper but I have not yet alles. For China Ponies.

or steeplechase early by the New Zealand bowlers, seen the Indians' side. They will be of a hurdle race

January 1, 1037. burred. thought that E. McCormick, much stronger if Nazarin is playing since Victoria, was the best fast bowler for them as I think their batting is Cutchweight 168 lbs.-Araxy. Canary. Ascot, Clowner, Double Chance, Dur- they had met on the tour.

Ittle collapsible. The Army are

Much as local swimmers would Miss Mansfield attracted a crowd of at home to the K.C.C. and frankly wold, Herga. Jan Stewer, Mortmain, Star, Penny Farthing.

her and Kc could not compare him with I do not know what to say. This Nebular

The Minx and

like to see these two former Olymple 2,000-a tribute to Farnes; of England, as the latter did year K.C.C. do not seem to be doing Public Hero No. 1.

Three Farthings,

stars in action, I regret to say that eloquent testimony to the popularity Malaya, where not play against them owing to in- anything. I see that Burnett is play-

The

they will have to be disappointed; of swimming in Valley Handicap,.----A Happy jury.

ing for Kowloon and both the Fin-

race of 1 mile.

for Desjardins and Miss Mansfield aquatic sport is indulged in all the Chipperfield (N.S.W.) and R. A. chers. In fact, to the best of my be-

For Chinare not giving public exhibitions in

round. I feel certain that Hamence (South Australia) had been lief, they have the strongest team Ponies classified by the Hongkong Hongkong, although they have dis- Hongkong would not respond in such

freest of the Australian bats, they could possibly put out though Jockey Club as "D" and "E" closses Ho men, but they had been unfortunate they are still weak in bowling. So, and that have not won $500 or more played there technique and perfect a manner.

since January 1, 1937. To be ridden form in most of the principal cities of not to see a big innings by McCabej for the matter of that are the Army,

who have not won 10 the world think I am revealing any or Bradman.

who have plenty of batting strength. by jockeys

Mr. Hugo himself has given up races anywhere at any time. whips

allowed.-Estover secret when I say that the reason for hope of being able to fix up anything

this is that suitable terms have not (150 lbs.), Gold Sovereign (140 lbs.),

in the way of a public exhibition, and March Brown (140 lbs.). Racing been agreed upon between the visitors

Desjardins and Miss Mansfield have Strain (140 lbs.). Royal Consort (168 and the intending organisers in the has written to the divers to this effect.

When news was received here

d here received so much spontaneous praise lbs.). Voltaire (140 lbs.). Widnes Colony,

that the divers would come to Hong from every quarter that one cannot (150 lbs.) and Zero (152 lbs.).

hong Mr. Vic Hugo, the enterprising help but feet disappointed that even 8 Entries

the Oriental Theatre, manager of

when they បទ

ass through the Colony made an attempt to arrange a

the terms, it is

the

The footwork of Hassel (Victoria) was described as the finest they had encountered.

NO NEW BOWLERS Australia, Ike England, had un- carthed no new bowlers, but ench country had a number of most pro- mising new batsmen.

Іп

consequence Australia's main Test attack again looked like being

McCormick, O'Reilly. Fleetwood

Smith, and probably Ward,

Austraila was deficient in a good pair of opening bowlers, and so was England.

the

H. G. Vivian, who captained the New Zealand team in the final match against New South Wales, sold the visitors were impressed with batting of Badcock, Hamence (South Australia), Gregory, Hassett (Vie toria),

Barnes and Jackson (New South Wales).

Though Gregory had not made a score, it could be seen that he was a player of class and streng on the on sides.

Vivian was particularly impressed by the supreme confidence of Barnes. for whom he predicted a great fu-

fire.

JUNIOR DIVISION

The Navy are at home to the Club and I consider it is inyone's game and this applies to the match be- tween Craigengower and the Indian improved second. As they are in form, the Civil Service might well beat the University if they could manage to collect 100 runs. "A"

Army

flat

or

spurs

Winners

No

The Ladles Scarry mile. For China Ponies

Popular favourites everywhere they have visited, Peto Desjardins and Miss Marian Mansfield, world-famous American springboard divers, arrived in Hongkong from Manila this morning by the President Coolidge on the final stage of their world tour. They are now returning to the United States via Japan and Honolulu.

to

I do not

year

ANOTHER DISAPPOINTMENT

an

that have surted at exhibition at the Victoria Recration we do not have a chance of seeing ; them perform. But I suppose one Club. Unfortunately visit the K.C.C. and the home this meeting and not been placed. Curstunt, were such that the V.R.C. here. So many world-famous athletes

gets used to these

hese disappointments side should win but they have been Catchweight 140 lbs. To be ridden authorities, who know their Hong- are allowed to come to Hongkong so off form lately that I should not by ladies. Post entries.

kong public, did not feel prudent without something being arranged like to bet on it. Army "B" visit

take on the scheme, keen though for them that two more would not the Poller and I think the Constabul-

they are to further the interest of make very much difference. ary should see them off comfortably.

swimming here in every possible way, The Recreio second eleven is no

They felt that the terms asked for Gume.

would leave them open to heavy financial loss it the support of the Hongkong usually fickle publle in _was_not_forthcoming.

JOHN PEEL TO RACE AGAIN

(Continued from Page 8.)

Early Birds Tester and

Henry

Split Hand The Leopard

MELBOURNE TENNIS Dark Hazard

Melbourne, Jan. 6. In tenuis exhibitions to-day G. von Cramm (Germany) bent John Bron: wich (Australia) 6-2, 7-5, and Gene Mako (America) defeated 31. Henkel (Germany) 3-0, 6-0, 0-0--Reuter Bulletin,

Final Triumph Louis XIV Astrik Wenning!

The Great

Abraham

Kwok Hing-wang S. W. Tang T. M. Gregory Sir Vandeleur

Grayburn Triumvirate

Triumph National Triumph Why

NAVY FIFTEEN

CHOSEN

The following team from H.M.S. Adventure will represent the Navy against the Ariny at Causeway Bay on Saturday, January 0:

Tele. Dufty, A.B. Northcott,, A.B. Merriman, L. Smith, Sig. Murray, Lt. (E) Walshame. Pay. Lt. Roantree. Sgt. Burston, S.B.A. Jones, Mne. Dumbleton, Ld. Tele. Crabbe, O.A. Dyer, Mne, Mumford, CEH.A. Mar tin and Mac. Lewis.

Arabian Cat Meteor Charybdis Piet Hein Thimer

Labour Day Sahara Star Al Baba Borrachita Cape Comorin

Ling

Capt. J. Smith The Hall Hollandia

Mrs. W. T. Stanton Dr. S. N. Chou S. L. K.

and Edgar Gordos

S. T. Chaut

CLUB NOT BLAMED

the Personally I do not blame V.R.C. committee one blt for not wanting to take on what seemed to Their attitude is definitely not meant them to be a losing proposition.

as a slight to the visitors, whom they recognise ap among the top-rankers of the world in their niche of aquatic sport. This was made clear to me by Mr. D. F. Lopes, the Hon. Secre- tary of the V.R.C. when I spoke to him on the subject a couple of weeks ago.

Furthermore, this is not the best time of the year for swimming in the Colony. Whether diving exhibi- tion during the middle of winter would be a money-making proposition here is extremely doubtful, in my upinion.

When Desinrdins and Miss Mons- Geld arrived in Singapore recently, the former was Indisposed and the Intter, who has often been called America's "most beautiful diver" had to give an exhibition by herself. Yet even in the absence of Desjardins, who is considered one of the greatest divers the world has ever known,

INSIST LADIES' GOLF

ON

ANCHOR

BRAND

NEW-ZEALAND BUTTER

Produced under strict Government supervision, Anchor Brand Butter enjoys the distinction of being classified as 'FINEST' grado.

Sola Agents and Distributors

Anchor Brand Butter comes to you

freshness, with unvarying

un- consistent equalled purity and PERFECT. BUY ANCHOR BRAND FOR GOODI

Telephono 28151

quality

LANE - CRAWFORD - LIMITED.

Obtainable from all High-Class Stores & Compradores:

Shek-O Championship

It is on occasions such as this that one wishes sport generally la Hong- kong were better organised.

Comedian Joo E. Brown' in "Fit For a King" becomes a raighty power In newsdom, boasting the tile of foreign correspondent and falling in love with a princess over there in one of those mythical kingdoms. Above is Joe with his princess, Helen

Won By Mrs Mitchell lack. The film starts its runs at

The Shek-O Ladies' Golf Cham-

pionship, which was played over 27 holes on Wednesday, January 8, re- sulted as follows:

Mrs. Mitchell 30+-45+43127 Mrs. Moxon

Mrs. Nelll

45-447-4-48140 40+4051143 The results of the Bogey Pool Mrs. Mitchell

Mrs. Neill

were:

127-15=112

Mrs. Margrett 148-33-115 (Wins Pool) 143-27-120 Mr. Mitchell having won the Championship, Mrs. Märgreit takes the Pool.

over

Hollday Mixed Foursomen

· The Christmas and New Yent Mixed Foursomes which were held 17 holes, including the new course, resulted as follow: Mrs. McAlister and Miss

Kennedy Major and Mrs. Mitchell Lt. Col. Dowbiggin' and

Mrs. Compton

'77-10=01 77-6-06

83---16:07

CORINTHIANS LOSE

Rangoon, Jan. 6. --The --- Islington – Corinthians---were- defeated by the only goal scored to day when they met a team repre- seniling" Eurena, --Routes Dulletin;

the Alhambra Theatre to-morrow.

NACET

NACET

MADE IN ENGLAND

BLADES

NACET Blades have an established reputa- tion for fine quality at a low price. Their abso- tute reliability has won for them great popu-" lacity -- every blade gives many quick,clean and smooth shaves.

FOR PEG RAZORS

Jel. 28151.

AN APPRECIATION!

Many of our Clients have requested that we hold our "Wintor Salo" of Ladios' Shoos and Corsats previous to the "General Winter Salo."

We very much appreciate this request, and in order to ensure every care and attention to fitting. which is so essential in these particular depart- ments we have pleasure in announcing a "Special Sale Week" in the following departments !————

LADIES SHOES

and CORSETS

MEN'S SHOES also TRAVELLING

REQUISITES

COMMENCING ON MONDAY

JANUARY 10th

LANE CRAWFORD'S S

The House of Quality & Service

Those who know....

Insist on

EWO

PIANO ACCORDEONS

IN

By HOHNER

THE WORLD'S BEST

80 BASSES, 120 BASSES ·

DISTINCTIVE COLOURS, CARRYING CASES,

AND TUTORS

THE ANDERSON MUSIC CO., LTD. Ice House Street.

Tel. 21322.

司公空航亜歐

FOR PASSENGERS, MAIL & FREIGHT HONGKONG HANKOW EXPRESS

EVERY

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY:

Dept. 11.25 a.m2567 Art. 4.25 p.m.

1- and

HONCKONG

EVERY

CHANGSHA

HANKOW SERVICO

TUESDAY & FRIDAY

Dept, 11.25 say, put Arr. 4.25 p.m.

WITH CONNECTION TO SIAN, CHENGTU, KUNMING

HANOI

(Yunnan)

EURASIA AVIATION EORPORATION

H.K. OFFICE: KING'S BLDG