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HONGKONG TELEGRAPH

November 17, 1939.

"Captain Foster's" Racing Review

POOR ENTRIES FOR H.K. ST.

Battle Royal Expected Between Navylight And

Eve Of Harvest

THE HONGKONG ST. LEGER celebrates its fourtoonth birthday to-morrow, having been in- augurated in 1926, but thơ most important classic event on the card of the Eleventh Extra Race Meeting has not been able to attract more than four China ponics, griffins of this season,

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At the Annual Carnival last February, Mr. Eu Tong- sen entered ten griffins; Rose Elect annexing the Hong- kong Derby and the Champion Stakes, but the category commonly known as "on the walking list" has claimed his fine champion pony, and the philanthropist has no nomination.

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Lox ALTHOUGH the enteles

very Hongkoort St. Leger are poor Indeed, both Sir Victor Sassoon) and Mr. Eric Moller of 'Shunghal are making a strong bid to secure the pre- mler honour, especially the latter. It will be recalled that one of the finest and most thrilling St. Legers seen this time last year, when Erle Moller's Silkylight, nbly nssisted by the owner'a son, Mr. R. B. Moller, trounced Mr. Dunbar's Confusion Bay by one and a half lengths in three minutes 29.% secords for a course of 14 miles, and the last quarter was 20% seconds.

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It is reliably learned that the awner and his son (Booje) will be coming down for the meeting, the Intier to ride Navylight in the Hongkong St.] Leger, and we shall certainly see a fine contest.

NO "B" CLASS RACES

In addition to the above race there

aro

class raters,

Shooting Record Equalled

Uking a service rifle with open sights at the Kowloon City Rifle ranges on Wednesday, Sgt. P. Hale, of re Middlesex Next, equalled the record score for the season when he totalled 101 with a scratch handicap. He secured a possible at 500 yards.

Ills scores were

200 500 000

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total ydn 34 35 32 101 Visibility wAS poor at 600 yards,

soven handicap events for China ponies over the mile. Mr. Australian and China ponies, but no provision has been made for the "B" Dunbar's racer had a stronger field to lick in the October! Eve of The inclusion of two contests for Handicap, but, with top-notchers in the Talpo Handicap Harvest reserved for the Hong- and the New Bridge Handicap rea-kong St. Leger, I cannot see pectively is of come Interest, because anything to beat Confusion Bay, one pony must start to qualify for

-Blue Express has been entered, the Hongkong Autumn Champions,

to become but it appears to me that the bay and another must win eligible for the Queensland Autumn gelding is short of work owing to his ip." Champlons to be run on December 16, having been temporarily "Inid Apart from the fact that the weight As an outsider I like Lilliber, who to the has every opportunity of turning thei controller hag loaded him

by scales on Confusion Boy, provided the plimsoll, Confusion Bay, owned Mr Dunbar, must accept for the Talpo Jockey, Mr. Sung. can get down to Handicap (the pony

already 140 lbs. scored two wins) so as to meet the requirement of three outings the extra meetings.

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during CASTLE PEAK H’CAP

Lucky Lnd, the winner of Aus- tentian Ponies Champions, is in a pre- to carlous position, for his fallure secure arst place in the New Bridge handicap will put the Lucky stable's candidate out of the Queensland Autumn Champions.

(1st Section)

AS CLOWNER, Royal High- ness, Sunlight View and Sylvan- dale have been put by the classification sub-committee into: With a promise of much cooler a higher standard, the handicap- weather, I see no reason why the at-per has transferred a good few bumper house, and racegoers are re-from the lower division to the minded that first saddiing bell will be first section of the Castle Peak rung at 1.30 p.m.

tendance to-morrow should not be

TAIPO HANDICAP Confusion Bay Should

Handicap for. "D" class China

ponies over a distance from the two inlie post, once round and in.

The inclusion of Bistre from

the

class to this section will no doubt

add a certain amount of Interest to Win First Event

the part-mutuel department, but I am afraid the pony has a su propost- sub- CONFUSION BAY is looking tion before him. He is 1932 extremely well, and the stallion class, and, no doubt, is lacking spend

and energy.

a well koyed for the opening evant, the Taipo Handicap for

SPORT

Spotting the winner is not so easy as it looks owing to the difficulty of a "getting a line." Strathbaunock is at the head of the assessment, but

a shorter prefer to see, him over

ADVTS.distance.

THE HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB.

THE ELEVENTH EXTRA RACE MEETING will be held (weather permitting) at HAPPY VALLEY on

SATURDAY, 18th November. 1930. commencing at 2.00 p.m.

The First Bell will be rung at 1.30

b.m.

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WEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS WHEN they met in the Jordan

Handloop (second section) over 1 mile on October 7, Kut Cheung, the winner, was in receipt of 3 lbs. from Guinness Time, whereas, to-morrow, both are set on the same level; the former beat the latter lengths. The adjustment favours Kut Cheung. Some Hope, who was off- cially fourth in the some event, has

by three

been favoured with an allowance of 18 lbs. and surely he should be con- 'MEMBERS' ENCLOSURE

aldered. No One without a badge will be

It seems that Night View and admitted to the Members' Enclosure. Plain View have been let in with Such must be worn throughout the only 149 lbs. to shoulder among the. duration of each Meeting in such a old timers, but, I would like to re- manner as to be readily identified. mind punters that both gee-gees are Badges admitting Non-Members to buckle, and, in the circumstances, the Members' Enclosure and Club not much confidence can be placed. Rooms at $5.00 for Gentlemen and Plain View has changed ownership, $3.00 for Ladies (both including tax) and there is a possibility that the are obtainable through the SECRET-black chap will run better for the ARY upon the personal or written new stable-Lee and Lec. application of a Member, such Mem-

ber to be responsible for all "visitors"

introduced by him, and for Payment

of all Chits, etc.

H.K. ST. LEGER

The Secretary's Office, 1st Fluor, Only Two Entries To

Exchange Building, (Tel. 27704) wi close at 13 o'clock NOON, · ́

Tiffins are obtainable at the Club House provided they are ordered in advance from the No. 1.Boy (Tel. 21020).

PUBLIC ENCLOSURE

Bc Considered

VERY POOR RESPONSE has been shown to the Inst classic of the year, the Hongkong St. Leger for China ponies, griffins The price of Admission to the of this season, there being only Public Enclosure is $1.00 including

Persons, including four entries.. There are only Tax, for all Ladies, and is payable at the Gate two claimants for the big con- Soldiers and Sailors in Uniform are test, and the issue will be be admitted Half Price.

tween Eve of Harvest and Navylight.

By Order,

C. D. DROWN,

Secretary. 'Hongkong, 13th November, 1939,

I doubt it Galaxy will face the

PLEASE Turn To Page 8.

A practice foursome. Members of the Highgate Diving Club pre- paring for their exhibition which was given at the England-Denmark swimming meet at the Empire Pool,

Random

Jottings

(By "Pilgrim")

I WAS VERY PLEASED with the verdict and the method in which the H.K.L.H.A. dealt with the D.G.S.- Recreio incident. An apology from the Captain of the D.G.S. to the umpire is only fair.

It would be a grave error on the part of any governing body to over-rule the decision of an umpire on matters of fact. It would create a position that would become unten- able, and voluntary umpires would refuse to continue to officiate.

I hope the girls will bear this deci. in mind-that whether a sion by an umpire is good or bad, it must remain unchallenged. If an umpire is Incompetent, a re- port to the Umpires' Association is welcome. There is always an: obvious and poper course to -pursue.

THE Hongkong Ladies Hockey

Association commence their League fixtures to-morrow, and the women have once again approached the Umpire's Asso- ciation with regard to supply- ing them with umpires.

Omcers at the moment are scarce, and it is rather doubtful if a sufficient number will be available to control the Junior or Brawn Cup League. Should this be impossible, Junior Club Secretaries will be called upon to select their own neutral umpires.

However, I am glad to observe that Mas D. Moss, of the CB.A, has con- sented to accept the post of Acting... Hon. Secretary of the HKLHA

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the

Hongkong Ladfes, who their best side out so far this season, defeated Central British Association 4-0 lost Saturday. Mrs. Lunson played a grand. game in goal, and 巍 general improvement, especially in defence, was noticed. The best defenders were Miss! G. Swan, centre-half, and Miss Green, left back.

Island In the second half, the attack showed promise and kept the on the de- home team conilnually fensive, Misg Marr, Miss M. Smalley and Mrs. Dalziel ployed cleverly, and seared the goals between them.

Miss J. Graig made rather a useful umplro, but was rather weak on the oft-sitle rule. It would help her a ent deal if she kept in line with the backs in order to observe when a. player is really off-side.

The Hongkong Ladies showed bet- ter combination than. usual, and deserved their victory.

THE CD.A., on occasions, bttacked strongly, but Miss 1. Cunningham and Mrs. Quick in the attack formed a poor combination. I am certain Miss A. Smith is not a forward, and would be seen to better advantage In the half-back line where sho more at hone. Mis 6. Baxter was good and did much useful work on the left wing,

Mins I. Woolley, in the half-back line, was outstanding, while Miss B. Parsons, right back, played an ex- enllent game, But drastic changes. must be made with the CB.A. for- words if they hope to improve their attack.

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A without the services of Lt. PPEARING at King's Park

Hook, Sgt. Cartor and Marshall, the Royal Artillery did well to

First Round Draw For

Shield Shoot

The draw for the Belilios Shield Rifle Competition was Naval as follows.--Police v. -Range-Staff,.Police. Reserve_v. Dockyard, Royal Air Force v. Volunteers, Engineers Middlesex.

V.

The first round must be completed by December 31, the second by January 31, and the final by February 29,

THIRTY ROLL

The closing date for the 30 Roll is March 20. The win- ner of the open sights class will receive the N.R.A. Silver Medal and of the aperture

the class sights

Donegall Badge.

LEGER

ARMY HOCKEY TRIALS AT SOOKUNPOO

"THE ARMY held their first series: of bookey trials at Sookunpoo yester. day, Much promising talent was on throughout view, and

the three periods of 20 minutes the hockey was most interesting.

None of the goalkeeper

were

really tested, but the backs wero quite prominent. Outstanding among the latter were Datta Ram, of the Rajputana Rifles, and Hazara Singh, of the 18th Heavy Regiment, RA. Both spoiled brilliantly, and were cool under pressure.

The half-back line, however, offer- ed problems. Few of those playing yesterday were up to form. Duinot, of the Gunners, and Austen, of the Signals, were about the best in the wing positions. There should be little

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Hook was there yesterday and played his usual brilliant game.

FORWARD PROBLEM

The forward are another problem. Sgt. Homburg, of the Sappers, had a particularly fine match at inside- [right. He scored one of the two goals of the afternoon with a perfect cross- shot. Shah Walt, of the Ralpulano Rifles, seems indicated for the out- side-right position. Marshall, of thei Gunners, tried both inside-left and outside-left, and has a very reliable reverse stick. The problem of the left wing, however, will be that of the right Nerain Singh and Partab Slugh, of the Kumaons, ore an ac- knowledged great left wing combina- tion, as are Shah Wall and Lt. Inderjit Singh on the right. With Lt. Pritam Nath in the centre, there is there a most effective forward line. Where, then, are Homburg and Marshall to fit in?

Further trials, however, will be held, and it 15, perhaps, too early yet to mater selections.

Yesterday's trial teams were:

Whites: Ple, Orman (RA.O.C.): Datta Ram (Hajputana) and Gussola Singh (Kamaona); Diloot (RA), L. Hook (RA) and P. F. Austen (Signals); Khuda Bux (8th R.A.), Trilok Singh Kumpona). Major Harvey (RAC), Marshall (RA.) and Gopal Ram (Raj-| pulona),

Colours: McGrady (R. Bcotal; lazata Singh (0th RA), Darshan Singh (8th RA); Duda Rom Bajputana). Bendlay IRAM.C.) and Bal Singh (Kumaona); Li, Bawal Khan (Rajputana), Li Indarjil Singh Chajputana), Lt. Pri Nath Rajputana). Nerain Singh (Kumaons) am Partob Singh (Kumaona).

The following were also seen felton second and third chukkers: (R.A.O.C.) on the richt-wing in place of Khuda Bux: Shah Wall (Rajputana) on right-wing a pince of Li. Sawat Khan; Sher Khan (alputane) at lofi-half in Place of Austen, and Sgt, Homburg (R. Engineers) at inside-right in place of Trilok Singh.

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Craigengower Cricketer Married

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THE WEDDING, according Afohammedan rites, of Mr. A. K. Ismail, the well-known cricketer of the Craigengower C.C., to Miss Esther Samad took place yesterday at the bride's residence, 16 King's Road Mr. Cecil Kew was best man. The reception was held at the Indian Recreation Club, where Mr. the A. el Arcull, the President of Club, proposed the toast to the happy couple.

A host of friends gathered to offer their best wisher,

Hongkong Girls' First Defeat In Manila

MANILA, Nov. 16 (UP)—The Hongkong girl basketball players

they suffered their first defeat in Manila 'when

were nosed out by.

Manila's champion Anglo-Chinese' team 20-27.

The Anglo-Chinese team clinched the issue by sinking the winning goal with a few seconds to play.

hold the Y.M.C.A, to a 2-all draw,

The gunners were soon on the

offensive, and the forwardą were re- warded for their efforts by two good goals from the edge of the circle. Dilmat, as pivat, deserves special mention for 0 fine display, and generally assisted in keeping his front line in position.

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THE YALO.A. made strenuous efforts in the second period, and, having slightly the better of the play, managed to equalise without inrther reply.

D. Smith and E. Fowler shone in the attack, while Baics and Austen, In the half-back lind, were always worrying the visitors attack. E. Yourieff, left back. was one of tho mainstays of the "Y" defence, brokse up many attacks, and cleared well. Play was, fast, both teams in turn rallied woll und almost succeeded in scoring before the foul whistle went..

PADIO and Postal Sports Club A will be without the services of their brilliant left back, Car- tar, for some time to come, owing to a knee injury sustained during a game against the Club de Recreio two weeks ago. It is very doubtful if he will be able to play again this season.

A crowd of 4,000, the largest at- tendance in the series so far, saw a very exelting see-saw affair in which The Hongkong players compiled an Impressive 10 to 12 lead at half time. Manila, however, bottled up the visitors in the third quarter, holding them to two points, while they cam- piled 10 to take a 22-21 lend.

Blana Chen was again brilliant for the vialtors, scoring nine points, but poor. passing and Manila's close guarding proved costly for Hongkong| In the second period.

Manchester November

Handicap

London, Nov. 10. The following are the probablo starters and jockeys for the Mopches- ter November Handicap:

Edgehill (Stephenson), Tout Change (Lawroy).. Floanoke (Perryman), Rodeo (Weston), San Salvo (Cald- well), Belandenrg (J. Hestla

Taylor), II (Benry), Rossinver

Ortiz (Nevett) (Harry Wragg), Tutor (E. Smith), Sunbather (Gordon Richards), Act- hon

(Maher), Cinque Centó (D. Smith), Listor (K. Young), Crown Colony (Littlewood),. Sketchy (Ri- chardson), Lone Mount (W. Couch), Southern Port (P. Evans, Sandon' (Mullins), Royal Avenue (D. Nicoll). Buxton, Alistair, Master Dinibo, Way- ward Miss (no jockeys).—Reuter,

one person!

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