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point the Civilians began to improve their posi- Lion and quickly put two goals to their credit, hit by Hastings and May. With a fine rush just before the finish they looked like scoring again but the ball was hit behind, nothing resulting, and when the time bell rang the King's Own were left winners by 3 goals and 2 subsidiaries to 2 goals and 1 subsidiary.
From the spectator's point of view it was hard to follow the game very closely, as the ball was frequently lost sight of owing to the dust and it is therefore difficult to single out cases of in- dividual merit, but there is no doubt that the winners showed the best combination. The match was perhaps not such a fast one as that between the R.A. and King's Own on Wednes- day and the umpires had frequently to interrupt the game for infringements of the rules for "off side" and "foul riding." events which must occur even in the most friendly matches when excitement runs high. Had the Civilians forced the game more during the first quarter the result might have been different, they were playing the stronger at the finish; they had fewer ponies but their ponies were fresh whilst some of the King's Own ponies thowed signs of not having got over the stiff match on Wednesday. While every oredit is due to the winners in carrying off the cup, the Civilians are to be congratulated on making such a good finish to a match that at one time looked like being rather one-sided.
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After the match Prince Henry presented the cup to the winning team with a few appropriate words and a pleasant afternoon ended with a round of cheers and the band of the King's Own playing "God save the Queen.”
Colonel Rowlandson and officers of the King's Own were "at home" on the ground and the Band of the Regiment played a selection during the match.
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There are some who would have wished to see Prince Henry's Cup remain at Hongkong, but none would grudge its being taken away by a Regiment whose officers have done so much to support polo during the short year they have been quartered in the station, and whose near departure can only be looked on by lovers of polo with regret.
DRUMSTICK.
HON. F. H. MAY'S CUP.
The first round of the Polo Tournament for the Hon, F. H. May's Cup commenced on 14th Dec. before a large crowd of spectators, which included, amongst others, H.R.H. Prince Henry of Prussia (who also played in some olub quar- ters between the game) and H.E. Major-General Black. The teams were as follows:-
CIVILIANS.
THE CLUB,
Mr. Bruce
1
Mr. Potts
Capt. Des Voeux
2
Mr. Master
Major Jeffreys
Hon. F. H. May
Mr. Nugent
4. Mr. Landale
The Civilians won the toss and elected to defend the stable end. After some rather sticky play, the Civilians pressed the Club_goal, but Jeffreys relieved well, Potts riding Nugent off. Potts soon afterwards made a good run from a throw in from touch, but failed to score. Des Voux next figured well in attack on the Civi. lian's goal and was getting very dangerous, when Landale and May relieved and changed the venue of the attack, Nugent saving by some excellent backhanders. Shortly afterwards Des Voeux made a brilliant run, hitting on the near side, being ridden hard all the time by May. The game again became rather slow and sticky and crosses were given against both teams. Play was of an even but uninteresting character till the bell rang. First quarter, no
score.
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Both teams played up better in the second quarter and a much faster game resulted. Shortly after the start Landale made a fine run, carry ing the ball all the way down the ground and eventually centreing to May, who hit a goal. Score': Civilians, 1 goal; Club, nothing. After this the Club pulled themselves together and pressed the Civilians the whole time, all the members of the team playing well together, However, the shooting at goal was very erratio and several easy chances were missed. Nugent scored the first subsidiary for his team and Des Voeux put on three more in quick snc cession, Major Jeffreys aiding him greatly on @very occasion, At last the Club refused to be
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denied and Des Voeux getting away scored a goal. The Club continued to press their op- ponents to the finish. Final score : Club, 1 goal, 4 subs,; Civilians, 1 goal.
Landale and May played well for their team, though "Red Rag." seemed a bit too much even for Landale the last quarter. Potts did a lot of good hard work. Master did not shew ap much at hitting the ball, which only shews that you cannot make a player out of the best of riders at a moment's notice, but at riding off be was strong. Des Voeux played brilliantly for his side but was absolutely "off" at shooting at close quarters. Major Jeffreys also played splendidly and rode and hit hard and greatly helped his team to victory. Nugent was a safe back and saved repeatedly with his excellent backhand strokes. Bruce rode hard aud worked his opposing back well, but some- times missed the ball rather badly.
THISTLE.
CRICKET.
HONGKONG FOOTBALL CLUB. V. HONGKONG CRICKET CLUB.
This match was played on Saturday and re- sulted in a victory for the Football Club. The following are the scores and analysis :-
FOOTBALL CLUB.
Lt. G. D. Campbell, H.K.R., cand b Vallings 53 H. B. Bedwell, R.N., b Vallings.... W. L. Wall, R.N., o Salter, b Vallings H. Hancock, b T. S. Smith
K. G. Campbell, R.A., b T. §. Smith H. Arthur, e Mackenzie, b Vallings
H. R. Lowe, b Vallings.
Dr. Atkinson, o Barton, b Vallings
P. G. Davies, R.A., b Vallings
R. F. White, R.N., o Fairie, b Vallings W. Mayson, not out
51
11
8
0
B
0
3
8
..153
Runs. Wides NB. Wickets.
Extras
Total
BOWLING ANALYSIS.
Overs. Muld.
5
1
10
1
27
20
5
51
2
26
4
22
3 1
9
HONGKONG CRICKET CLUB.
Fairie, R.N. J.F.A.Hastings 6 T. S. Smith Wilson, E.N... 9 Rev. Vallings. 13 Mackenzie......
T. Sercombe Smith, o Atkinson, b Lowe...
47
Lt. Barton, R.N., run oct
11
Mr. Salter, R.N., b Redwell
0
Rev.G.R.Vallings, o K.G.Campbell, b Bedwell 12
apt. Dyson, A.P.D., b Wall
1
J. F. A. Hastings, R.N., b Lowe
18
Lt. Fairis, R.N., not out
26
Lt. astle, R.A., e Mayson, b Hancock
2
Mr. Wilson, R.N., b Lowe
0
A. Mackenzie, b Lowe
A. Hon, b Hancock Extras
Total
BOWLING ANALYSIS.
Wall Bedwell Hancock Lowe...........
116
2
Overs, Maid. Runs. Wides. N.B. Wickets
15
29
17
3
49
9
2
25
G 2
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FOOTBALL.
first game for the Lancaster Regiment shield was On the Happy Valley ground on 14th Dec., the played between E Company and the Band and Drummers. From the start to the finish the fained. The Band and Drummers' team played game was fast and combination was well sus
nil. E Company often attacked, and several a capital game, and won by three goals to good shots were sent in, but the goal keeper was in excellent form and saved the leather going through repeatedly. Perhaps the best player on the field was Adjutant Lloyd, who was mainly instrumental in getting the first two goals scored. The best goal obtained, however, was secured by Corporal Pick- ford, who rushed up to the opposing goal keeper and secured the ball with a high jump after the custodian had kicked it. The losers were indeed unfortunate in failing to notch a point, for they repeatedly attacked the E Company's citadel, and only lost the game by bad kicking in front of the sticks. The E Company have now to meet G Company; but it is expected the latter will win. If they do the players composing the team will have to play the Band and Drummers, and should they win that game they will secure the shield,
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THE HONGKONG LIFLE
ASSOCIATIO
PEARSON CUP AND 81OONS..
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event on Saturday, eighteen members taking There was a very good attendance for this part in the competition. Mr. A. Watzon won' the Pearson Cup with the creditable score of 97:-
SCORES.
200 530 33 X2 31
Mr. A. Watson*. Cor. Leadingham, R.E.* 32
'r. A. H. Skelton * 34
Mr. F.-Beck
610 H'cap. Total
32
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3 96
82
20
95
.2
24
93
33
30
92
29
29
87
21
33
87
25
25
87
·14- 87
88
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28 24 27
79
29 22 26
77
.27
Sergt. Bwery, R.E. * 33 CI. M. Walace, R.E 29 Mr. J. Marshall ......... 29 Mr. W. Stackwood...... 29 Mr. W. Toller............ L. S. Andrews P.O. Harbori e C.P.O. Buck P.O. Manning
28 22 -23 29 34 23 31 24 27
* Winners of Spoons.
CORRE-P NDENCE
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THE FATE OF GLENEALY.
TO THE EDITOR OF THE "DAILY PRESS." DEAR IR,-I was very much surprised to see in the Daily Press of this morning that "Glenealy" Dell at ove the American Consulate was to be dennded of its foliage and turned into Chinese quarters. I have always considered Glenealy as forming a part of the Botanical Gardens, or as an approach to Government House, and belonging to the colony. It is cer tainly the only pretty bit left below, and is far more attractive and useful than the Gardens. It should be the duty of the Government to protect and preserve it, even if for no other reason than that it is an attractive approach to Government House. The small triangular bit on the west side, between the Pumping Sta tion and the United States Consulate, is covered with splendid tree ferns and foliage, and could certainly be taken over for a small amount. A fair valuation might be $3,000. We are spending money for golf links, race course, and recreation grounds, and there is no good reason why this little bit of park should be overrun. The very name of "Glenealy" should be changed back to its original name of
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Elliot's Dell," and a statue to the gallant Captain be erected at the junction of the paths above the Consulate. It is certainly due him, and it is but just, that he should have some public recognition in this colony. The ground is of no great value for building purposes, and it can never be. If the Chinese need residential space, there is always Kowloon.
I sincerely hope the Government will give this matter their consideration, and I hope to see the expressions of others on the subject.-- 1 remain, dear sir,
A TAXPAYER.
Hongkong, 12th December.
TO THE EDITOR OF THE DAILY PRESS,'
SIR. The remarks of "A Taxpayer" in the morning with regard to Glenealy will, I am letter which appeared in your issue of this
sure, be endorsed by the public generally. All that dwelling houses are to be built on that your readers must have been surprised to learn lovely spot, and I trust it is not too late for the Government to preserve the beauties of Glenealy from destruction. Trusting you will be kind enough to support this matter in your influential paper-I am, sir, yours faithfully,
Hongkong, 13th December,
CIVIS.
DAILY PRESS:
TO THE EDITOR OF THE
And shall Glenealy go? Twenty thousand Hongkongites, Indignant answer No!
SIE, One of the loveliest nooks in the island to be given over to the jerry builder! And place which everyone sees and appreciates Surely not! Beautiful as it is, , if it was away out at Cape Collinson or other such inaccessible position we could part with it with equanimity;
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