IN THE RING.

Dominion, Volume 6, Issue 1752, 17 May 1913, Page 12

IN THE RING.

IBT "Mekcubt."! 1 HOW WILLIAM LANG CAME BACK, Lang and His- Fat Foeman. By the Australian mail then? came the details of the victory of "Bill Lang, or Victoria, over Petty Officer Curran, ot England.- It will bo remembered that tlio cable message advised us of the Australian's will on i>di 11 Is "after a fast ami interesting battle." The-reports to hand substantiate the cable man's summing vtp. For the first twelve rounds the issue was doubtful enough to, keep tlio "liouso f lll exceptionally big one, even for tho otadiiini—at a high tension all tlio time; albeit that Lang established and steadnj added to a points margin after the 111 st three or four sessions. The men both stripped big—in iacr, "colossal" would seem to moro iittingly describe Curran. 110 scaled 15st. lOJlb. to Lang's list. 5Ub. In both eases these weights exceeded tho usual poundago ot the gladiators—Ciirran's being actually some pounds in advnnco of his weight on landing in Sydney. This, too, despite his arduous preparation, which would seem to bo an excellent advertisement tor Australian mutton, or climate, or Labour legislation, or something elso peculiar to tho soil. Tho photographs of the contest show Curran to bo fat—not merely lleshv, but; just plain fat. How lie managed .0 last 1!0 hard rounds at tho clip that was set all the way with such a development of embnnpoir.t is a mystery. . On the other hand Lang was trained to tho minute. He entered the ring n picture of muscular wellbciug and fitness— an evidence of tho 6eriousncss with which

Ie had regarded his resurrection, and if inly for this reason alono ho thoroughly leserved his victory. 'Lang Bettor Than Ever." Lang's "come-back" is regarded by niost )£ the papers as beinn complete—in fact, :lio "Referee" heads it report: ' Bill Lang Better Than Ever." Tho "Bullotin," however, ■ sounds a note of caution in theso terms: —"It would bo well for Lang to refrain from any tendency to swelled head over tho victory,' for Curran ivas in anything but Rood condition, while Lang was about the most perfectly trained man who ever entered a ring. Tho Battle Hound by Hound. Then the "Bulletin" writer goes on to, describe tho contest in detail, as it appeared to him. He writes:— • The actual fight started splendidly. In tho beginning Curran rushed into the van of the battle with, a'splendid burst of energy and ferocity. He hunted Lang all over tho ring, and finally sent liim down for four. Then Lang grew wary, and met Curran's rushes with straight lefts, which wero hard to endure. But Curran bored in, and whilo taking a. monumental thrashing administered one just as large. Ho had a good defence, and lie crossed like lightning and shook Lang badly. Whilo his steam was at full head Curran did magnificently, and severely smoto Lang in'spito of tho superior condition of tho Australian. Lang saved himself considerably by pood footwork, and at every opportunity his left fell like a falling tenement. For a time Curran managed to cross quickly and cleanly with tho right and tho result was that for a _ timo Lang's face was seriously deteriorated, and 10 per cent had to be written off his features for depreciation. Then Lang managed to reach Curran's cheek, and the 12th, the most exciting round of the battle, ended amidst a storm of aplause. After that Curran's attack wilted and faded .off, tho seaman acting entirely on the defensive and only occasionally sending heavy blows as ho retreated. Lang grew moro and more aggressive, and Curran, about whom there is no pride, did not hesitate to literally flee beforo the fury, of tho storm. But always he canio back, advanced as if to the attack, and fell into a clinch. Tho 14th found Curran still sprinting, and so did the' 15th, but in this he camo back and opened an old sore place over Lang's eye. In tho 18th Curran made a brave attempt to cut loose, but couldn't. The 19th was a round of clinches and heavy blows, and so was the '20th. Then gong sounded, and Scott placed his hand on Lang's head. Curran sat down, had his face washed, went over and shook hands, apparently (nrftc unmoved. And yet it was a hard fight, full of heavy battery. And that was how Lang came back. Masterly Use of a Vimful Left. In one respect all the papers agree. They one and all pay a tribute to Lang's masterly use of his left. Certainly there was a big target to score on, but many a boxer—or perhaps "fighter" is the'better, term nowadays—would not have utilised his left as tho scoring weapon with tho result that the target would have got close enough to use its massiveness as a scoring factor also. Then, ill all probability, the end would have seen tho target that sliould have been acting as the'scorer in chief. It is a big factor in successful pugilism is a good left, as witness "Jack' Johnson, Packy" M'Farlane, "Willie" Ritchie, "Freddy" Welsh, and tho rest of tho company of "top notchers"—even of our own degenerate boxing time. How Good or Bad is Luther M'Carty? American cablegrame published in Sydney show that Luther M'Carty, the premier "white hope" (ho is a nuartor-casto Indian by the way) is steadily adding to his honours' list, and bank balance. His latest achievement is the defeat of Owen Moran an a ten-round bout. Notwithstanding his, success, the ex-Cowboy does not seem to' nave impressed the critics a gTeat deal ly his latest display, judging by ono of the messages icccived. It runs:— "That Luther M'Carty is far from being a first-class fighter is tho opinion of manycritics who followed his indifferent showing in his bout with Owen Moran. Although he outpointed Moran in ten slow rounds, ho showed a sad lack of skill and no punch." A Record in Quaintness. Ono has heard of many of various reasons'advanced for tho cancellation of a boxing contract, but surely tho following must bo tho record for quaintness in this respect.' An Australian paper says: "Owing to tho Queensland Government not baing satisfied with a fair sharo of the money, Mr. 'Snowy" Baker has been compelled to cancel matches ho had arranged for Jerry Jerome." An English Welter's Debut, Jorome, tho Queensland Government protege, was scheduled to have met "Pat" Bradley last Saturday, but owing to tho reason reported above, "Sid" the visiting English "welter," was substituted for the aboriginal at tho last miiiuto. ,This was Stage's first appearance, and news of tho result will bo awaited with ' somo interest, as indicative of the ring standing of Australian welters, for tho ■ Englishman is considered "some good in ' tho Old Country.

Making a Start in Auckland. Tho Northern Boxing Association is getting to work in its now season's operations in good time. It has t a carni\al projected for June 3, at which it was proposed to matcli J. Hagerty and A. Gault. The latter had been .taking an enforced rest owing to somo chest* injuries sustained last season, and found (on indulging in somo preliminary sparring for the Hagerty bout) that lie is not yet rid of the trouble. Consequently ho has notified that ho is unablo to box, and overtures were, at latest advices, being mado for Len Porter's services instead. Another tournament under consideration is provisionally- scheduled by tho Auckland oxecutivo for June 23 and 24, wlien H.M.S. New Zealand will bo in that port again. The Roquiem of "Bombadicr" Wells, Even tho English are losing faith in their idol, Bombadier Billy Wolls. "Caestus," tho boxing expert of the Ixmdon "Sportsman," thus pronounces sentence on tho fallen "hope : Wo all like "Billy" Wells. A more unassuming fellow never stepped, and his "best trait is that ho is no braggart and never cares to talk too much shop'. I am afraid, however, that Wells was never meant for a fighter. One must admire him as a boxer, for ho is, considering his sjko, a very clever follow indeed with (lie gloves, but as a fighter which really means a man witli padded hands, AVells must now be put down as a disappointment. ... . Without wishing to be m any way unkind, there is uo petting away from (lie plain fact that Wells, whilo possessing the qualifications of a good boxer, is not fitted lo withstand tho onslaught of a powerful, lusty, rough-and-tumble fighter. The extraordinary reach of tho Bombardier is all in his favour as a boxer. ITis left is long enough to score at out-lighting, and let him keep an opponent at bay and his success would be almost assured. But—and licre comes tho telling alternative—let him fail lo stand oft' a competitor, and (lieu comes liis trouble. A long-armed man, unless ho possesses much sliced and stamina, is lost at close quarters when opposed to a dogged, hard-hitting fellow who can lako as well as receive. As tho saying goes, he gets ill the way of himself, and let him be at all soft, about the "middle" and he is suvo to be beaten. Wells is all right ";<p above." but lift has not the body to withstand punishment. Coming Marriage of "Dave" Smith. Tnvilation's have been issued for tho wedding of "Dave" Smith "of ours" and Miss I!uby Noak=, of Mosnian, Sydney, for June *20. "Mercury" takes it upon himself to extend to tho young counle the hearty felicitatjons and good wishes of tho many local admirers of "Dave" Smith, boxer and gentleman.

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THE TURF.

I O'Connor, W. Kelso, and H. Bayner. The relations between Emerson and Sir Georgo Clifford have been of tlie happiest liaturo (as well as tho most profitable), and to mark tho termination of them tho owner lias presented Emerson with a cheque for a considerable amount, and also a portrait of Autuinnus, on whom ho won so many weight-for-age races. Blue Garment and Phosphorus arrived at Wanganui from Auckland on Thursday. Work on tho track yesterday morning was unimportant—Tress Assosiation. Tho result of tho Manchester Cup should reach here by cablegram this morning. Owners are reminded that acceptances for tho first day's events at the Wanganui Jockey Club's meeting closo on Slondaj night. In connection with tho recent death of Sir Tatton Sykes, an Australian writer recalls that his father-generally known as "the great Sir Tatton"—lind a Curious habit of not naming his mares. J.hey v/cro mostlv recoguissd as sister or lialtsister to this or that performer. Acceptances and final payments for tho Auckland Itncing Club's Winter meeting closo on Friday next. Several New Zealand writers iave men- ' tioned that a couple of weeks ago Mr. • Andrew Kobcrtson, of Melbourne, cabled ■ on behalf of Messrs. Allan and George ■ Tye to Mr. A. W. Allison, and asked him ' to ascertain the prico Lord llosebery > would accept for Cicero. Jjews by tho > Australian mall states fi.it Mr. liobcrtson " also cabled to know what amount Air. > Joel would accept for Polynielus. Both ~ horses are sons of Cyllenc, Polymelus be- • ing a half-brother to Grafton. Cicero, " who won tho Derby, is from Gas, by '• shiro from liluminata, by Rosicrucian > from Paraffin, by Blair Athol. So far • no reply has been received from Mr. Allison. ;• FIXTURES. • April 16 and 19 —Avondale J.C. Autumn. May 22 and 23-North Otago J.C. Winter. e May 22 and 24—Wanganui J. C. 'Winter. ; May 31, June- 3 and s—Auckland li.U J 'Winter. i, June 3 nnd 4-Dunedin J.C. Winter, t. June 3 and i-Otaki Maori B.C. Winter, i, Juno 18 and s Bay J.C. inter. June 25 and 26-Napi»r Park K.C. A\ inter. > July 3 and B.C. Steeplechase. • July 16 and 19—Wellington B.C. AVinter. o August 12, li, and IG—C.J.G. Grand r\ational. , _ y ATHLETIC SPORTS. « !°; RUGBY CODS. t THE MATCHES TO-DAY. °> Tho match programme of the •>' iton Hugby Union is announced by advert' tifement elsewhere. Pelona are drawn to meet Oriental at Petone, and Melrose and '• Oriental are pitted against oacli dtiier at •: Athletic Park. According to tlia weekly •i official note received, tho Rugby Lmon annarraitlv guarantees plenty oi last e " exciting play." Play at the park begins e " at 245 p.m. A special train will leave ' Lambton Station at 2.25, running direct a to. Pctone. y, f'. LEAGUE FOOTBALL. THE MATCHES FOR TO-DAY. 'i' Lovers of bright football will have an opportunity of witnessing two games at Newtown Park to-day. At 1.30 Newtown "' will play Athletic, and at; 3 p.m. Pctone „ will be pitted against Hutt. All the 3? teams have been training for somo timo ' past and given fine weather, tho publio . should be given a couplo of. hours of last ! football.

AUCKLAND R.C WEIGHTS. J a (By Telegraph.—Preso Association.) ° Wanganui, May 10. Tho following weights Jiavo Ixeu declar- i ed for tho Auckland K.C. meeting:— r . HUNTERS' HUKDLES. Two miles- i Sky High. list, lib.; Goldbom, lOst. alb.; j Merry Dancer, lOst. 41b.; Westerly, lOst. •lib.; Captain Jack, lOst. 31b.; Bou Cyr, lOst. 31b.; Galvata, lOst. 21b.; Aha, lOst. lib.; Togo, Bst.; Chauilink gelding, 9st.; Tim Doolan, lOst.; Light ijlue, lOst.; i Utiku, lOst.; Slaug, lUst.; Lady Jean, . lOst.; Mast, lOst.; Phaeton, lOst.; Master > Leslie, lOst.; St. Koller, lOst.; Koblo, lOst.; Ihilcuhia, lOst. < HUNT CLUB CUP. Threo miles-Sky , High, list. 121b.; The Chief, list. 121b.; . Goldborn, list.; Captain Jack, lOst. 1311).; j Westerly, lOst. 131b.; Hcity Dancer, lOst. , 111b.; Galvata, lOst. 111b.; St. Holler, lOst. , 111b.; Bon Cvr, lOst. 01b.: Aha, lOst. 91b.; Chainlink gelding, lOst. 71b.; Tim Doolan, lOst. 71b.; Utiku, lOst. 71b.; Lady Jean, ■ lOst. 71b.; Mast, lOst. 71b.; Phaeton, lOst. 1 71b.; Togo, lOst. 71b.; Noble, lOst. 71b; MAIDEN STEEPLECHASE. Two miles . and a half.—Delegatij, list. 411).; "vebfoot, lOst. 121b.; Dorando, lOst. 121b.; Kelpen, \ lOst. 101b.; Bravest, lOst. 101b.; ICaurca, ' lOst. Gib.; Sky High, lOst. (Jib.; Strathmoira, lOst. tilb.; Tho Chief. lOst. 51b.; Zante, lOst. 41b.; Icel, lOst. 4.1b.; Tiritoz, lOst. 21b.; Hunalcaha, lOst. 21b.; Miss Explosion, 9st. 131b.; Bismarck, 9st. 131b.; Sphinx, Bst. 131b.; Heyboy, Dst. 131b.; Totika, Ost. 111b.; Slavey, Ost. lllb.; Fireworks, Ost. 101b.; Makiri, 9st. 91b.; ?v apenape, 9st. 81b.; Chainlink gelding, 9st. 71b.; Napper Tandy, 9st. 71b.; Adherent, Ost. 71b; Salopian, 9st. 71b.; St. Wood, 0»t. 71b.; Kaiwaka, Ost. 71b.; Pj'rmont, 9st. 71b.; Mapuna, flst. 71b. MEMBERS' HANDICAP. Fire furlongs. —Crown Pearl, lOst. 91b.; Gipsy Belle, lOst. 61b.; Toreador lOst. 31b.; Tact, lOst.; Inenru, Ost. 131b.; Bootle, 9st. 91b.; Bluestone, 9st. 81b.: Na.imai, 9st. 51b.; Blue Garment, 9st. 51b.; Glad Tidings, Ost. 41b.; Hohungatahi, 9st. 41b.; Scorch, 9st. 31b.; Dawn, Ost. 21b.; Wee Olga, Ost.; Maui, Nina, Bst. 131b.; Lady Georga, Bst. 121b.; Caller Davon, Sst. 121b.; Tangiwai, Bst. 101b.; Astral, Sst. 91b.; Eocene, Sst. 91b.; Overtime, Sst. illb.; Tflmainnio, Bst. 81b.; Denise Orme, Bst. 81b.; Lucille, Bst. 61b.; R;?d Book, Bst. Sib.; Tho Dodger, Sst. 41b.; Sir Rupert, Bst. 41b.; Worcester, Sst. 41b.; Tripoli, Bst. 21b.; Stepney, Bst. 21b.; Powder I'ox, Sst. lib.; Gerbera, Sst.; Sir Walter, S3t.; Merry Widow, Bst.; Mifrs Sto' p ' Conn tree. Bst.; Lady Gordon, Bst. . CORNWALL HANDICAP. One mile ; and a quarter.—W 7 iaimangu, lOst. 51b.; North East, lOst. lib.; Emperador, Sst. 131b.; Multiply, 9st. 121b.; Fort William, 03t. 121b.; Phroso, 9st.' 101b.; Gloy, Ost. 21b.; Tragedy King, 9st. lib.; Jolie Fille, 9st. lib.; Ceylon, flst. lib.; Kaween, Ost. ; Haskayne, Sst. 131b.; Phosphorus, Sst. lllb.; lvakama, Bst. 101b.; Tiresome, Bst. 101b.; Montiform, Bst. 91b.; Monorail, Sst. 71b.; Scorch, Bst. 71b.; Bluestone, Sst. 71b.; Locli Mabin, Bst. 71b.; W T ee Olga, Sst. Gib.; Royal Arms, Sst. 31b.; Flying Soult, Sst. lib.; Almeida, Bst.; Sam Pan, Sst.; Regain, Sst.; Pink, Sst.; Mast, Sst.; Troublesome, Bsft.; Aristocrat, Bst.; Nimrod, Bst. MAIDEN HURDLES. Ono mile aiid a quarter.—Sam Pan, lOst. 91b.; Timothy, lOst., 91b.; Naumai, lOst. 91b.; Ambergris, lOst. 31b.; Sphinx, lOst. lib.; Pip, lOst.; Explosive, Ost. 91b.; Admiral Soult, 9st. 91b.; First Wairild, os)t. 61b.; Rajah, 9st. 51b.; Marangai, 9st. 41b.; Totika, 9st. 31b.; Merrimax, 9st. 31b.; Maaurowa, Ost. 21b:; Vic, Sst. 21b.; Frontino; 9*t. 211>.; Virtue, 9st. lib.; Cloudy Dawn, 9st. lib.; Davoy Paul, 9s)t.; Ths Celt, Ost.; Watclicham, Sst.; Roromai, 9st.; Tijma, 9st.; Poictiers, Ost.; St. Lumsden, Ost.; Ruify, Sst.; Kongo Dragoon, Ost..; Irish Jtaid, Ost.; Pat, 9st. JERVOIS HANDICAP. Seven furlongs.—St. Serf, 9st. lib.; Draft, Ost. lib.; Ratana, 9st. lib.; Makura, Ost. lib.; Prince Merriwee, 9st.; Regain, 9st.; Sir Rupert, 9st.; Pavlova, Sst. lllb.; Gerbera, Bst. nib.; Nukuhau, 8;)t. 91b.; Barbwire, Bst. 91b.; Devastation, ,& ; t. 91b.; Moiiccle, Bst. 91b.; Hinurowa,' Bst. 91b.; Whoto Crane, Sst. 81b.; Pavawa.l, Sst. 71b.; Vestal, Bst. 71b.; Clare, Sst. 71b.; Tripoli, Sst. 61b.; Sir Stroud, Bst. 51b.; Sir Walter, Sst. 51b.; Troublesome, Sst. 41b.; Hamurana, Sst. 41b.; Haku, Bst. 21b.; Antiphono Bst. lib.; Tirakitua, Sst. lib.; Faida, Bst. lib.; Othello, Sst."; Parapara, Bst.; Nimrod, Bst.; Faith, Bst.; Lady Elgira, Bst.; Romanus, 84t.; Holdfast, Sst.; Colonel Soult, Bsrt.; Lono Moon, Bst.; Decorate, Bst.; LaVcrna, Bst.; Master ltegel, Sst. SCRATCHED. (By Telegraph—Preo3 Association.) Wanganui, May 16. Appin has been scratched for all engagements alt the Wanganui Stecplccliaso mooting. NOTES AND COMMENTS.

[By Giencoe.] Postillion is now a pronounced order for the Borough Handicap at Wangamu. The black horse will accompany the other members of F. Tilley's 'teiun to AVanganui on Tuosday next. Several prominent fiat jockeys intend riding nt the Ellerslio meeting on the opening day, and then returning to catch ihvo days at Otaki, during the following week. Amongst thoso are C. .Emerson and W. Bell., It is anticipated that the. race which Darby Paul had in the Ladies' Purse at Hawera will effect a pronounced improvement on him, and lio is given a great chance of repeating his last year's Century Hurdles performance. T. Jones, who rodo him last year, will again be in the saddle, as his license lias been restored by the AA'anganui Jockey Club. Nyland was railed to Wanganui yesterday, and is to bo schooled over fcnces thero during the coming week. Tho Gisborno trainer, A. Goodmaa, arrived, at Wanganui yesterday morning with Fort William, who is top-weight in itho Borough Handicap on tho opening day. Tho Wanganui trainer, A. Hall, is not starting any of his team at tho local meeting, but will, leave for Ellerslio on Friday next with North East, Deniso Orme, and Phroso. "W. Young will probably ride them in their engagements. Tho steeplechaser Dorando continues to train on satisfactorily alt Wanganui, and he is daily meeting with support for tk)o big steeplechase next Thursday. Tho amateur horseman, Mr. A. Gordon, will pilot him in' the race. Glenfern is now out of hacks, but ho will bo running in that class at Wanganui because he was nominated there beforo his successes at Nelson. The chestnut "elding is turning out a great bargain for Mr. C. Williams, who purchased him for a very small figure. Tho hurdle jockey H. Coker has beon granted a liccnso bv the AVanganui Jockey Club, and ho will be in the saddle at tho meeting next week. T. Lloyd's jumpers are getting through useful work at Jfartcn. Tho stablo double—Ctlenmore. and ilarton—is much in demand among followers of the stablo. Tho black gelding, ICauroa, is likely to start in tho Hack Steeples only. Whimper, who will bo ridden by E. Young, has many followers for his steeplechaso engagement at AVanganui. It is contended that the old AA'onderland gelding is more seasoned than tho rest of tho field, and, if ho stands up, ho may see out tho finish lretter than horses who are having their first race this season. Several prominent flat racers (including Sea Queen, Thrave, and Big Blast) will make their debut as hurdlers at AVanganui next week. As Gold Pin is an acceptor at Oamaru next week, it seems as if the chestnut gelding will race thero and at AA ; .ingatui, and tho trip north will bo abandoned. Tho Stewards' Handicap at Oamaru wears tho appearance of being tho most interesting ovent of tho. first day. The presence of Oxenhopo ('Jst.), L'ilgrim's AVay (Bst. 131b.), Gapon (Sst. lib.), Carolus (Bst. 31b.), and Spt'eialform (Sst. .'lib.) should make for a fast race. Tho firstlmmed has 91b. more than he won with on iho opening dny at Ashbnrton, and Carolus has 51b. nioro than ho won with on the second day when Oxenhopo did not start. Deelcy will ride Oxenhopo and Emerson will bo up on Carolus. Tho crack Tiiccarton horseman, C. Emerson, has definitely decided not to renew his engagement to ride for Sir George Clifford, and intends permanently residing in Sydney. Probably (his decision ha°-i been arrived at owing to Hie succc.-s ■that attended Emerson'-; oft'ml; while <m a holiday I rip to Sydney lii.it spring, when, lit' will bo remembered, he rode fifteen winners boforo returning to Xew Zenkntl. Many of W.l mounts from

N.Z. AUSTRALIAN TOUR. AND OTHER MATTERS. (By Telegraph— Preos Association.) Auckland, May 16. Tho oouncil of the New Zealand Kugby League met to-night. A cable was received from New South Wales, stating t'liat the New Zealand team would play four matches in Sydney and one in Brisbane. It was decided to send only twenty men, and to appoint the managers next week. With regard to the visit of the Australian team, it was suggested that efforts be made to plav matches in centres south of Christchurch. BILLIARDS. INMAN-REECE MATCH. By Telegraph— Press Association-Copyright London, May 15. 11l the billiard match lietw'een Inman and Reece, IS,OOO up, level terms, tho scores are: Inman, 15,001; Keece, 10,311. LAWN TENNIS. AMERICA'S DAVIS CUP TEAM. ty Tcleeraph—Pross Association—CoDi'riEht London, May 15. M'Lauglilin, Williams, Hacket, and Little will represent America against Australasia in tho Davis Cup preliminary tie, HOCKEY REFEREES. NO APPEALING TO BE ALLOWED. At a special meeting of tho Hockey Referees' Association, last night, Dr. Morpeth pii-sided. The business of the meeting was to consider rules and elect officers. Nine new members wero elected. It was decide^ 1 , to instruct all referees not 'to allow any player to wear any clothing covering his dub uniform, except with tho consent of the opposing captain. Another decision arrived at was to enforce the penalty for mider-eutting, especially from a corner hit. A third division was that no appealing WhatFoeve.r bo allowed. In regard to tho six-a-sido tournament to bo held at ICarcri on June 3, under the auspices of tho Wednesday Hockey Association, it was decided to arrange to supply referees. Draft rules vrero considered and adopted witli amendments. Election of officers resulted as follows:— President. Dr. Morpeth; vice-presidents, Messrs. C. S. Falconer, W. E. Southwick, and A. A. Bennett; lum. auditor, Mi'. C. H. CockroU: lion, secrctaiy and treasurer, Mr C. P. M'Keiizus; appointment.committee, Dr. Morpeth, Messrs. Gendoll and Bennett; board, Dr. Morpeth, Messrs. Falconer and Southwick. A scratch player tho other day said: "I drivo further, its triteness on tSo green is unequalled, and I have 150 holes with tho Challenger Golf Ball. In every test tho best. Buy one to-day.— Advt. Threo dairy farms (two in fcho_ Hawke'a Bay district and one at To Kuiti), with areas ranging from SCO acres to /00 acres, aro announced for sale in this issue by Messrs. Harcourt and Co., "Wellington. Tho hot flushes, dizziness, langour, and sneezing misery of influenza! You know all alw'ut it, if you havo had it; and if you haven't had it, you don't want to know. It's a good thing to dodge, mid a iino thing to bo rid of. "Used for either piulpose, ""NAZOTi" is infallible. It does notgivo tempo "ary relief merely: it euros, it roots out' tho whole evil. In bottles, Is. Ud.—Advt. A southern dairy farm of 27 acres, situ- ■ ated on the Old R-enwick Road, two miles and a half from Blenheim, is announced for sale by Messrs. Griffiths and Son, Blenheim. Mr. J. 11. Taylor, Kotorua, has a replace announcement in this issue, stating that lie has 500 acres of Rangitaiki swamp for sale, at ,1:8 per acre. The "Quit-it-Quick" sale, now in progress at Cole's Drapery Store, in Manners Street, continues to attract a large number of buyers. FOUND IT MOST EFFECTIVE. "When my soil Willie was ill with croup and" bronchitis I tried several medicines without effect," writes .Mrs. W. .loyner. Cr. Beat tie and Elliott Streets, i Balniai'u, N.S.W. "Seeing an udvertise- , incut on' Chamberlain's Cough Remedy I > decided lo try it and tho elTect was really splendid. I 11t V'! -n fn u !tfl it )nl3t Q■ - i tortus for thu olhtr mtwbera of my fam-

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