SATURDAY'S SPORTS.

Dominion, Volume 6, Issue 1819, 4 August 1913, Page 6

SATURDAY'S SPORTS.

SOME SURPRISES.

ATHLETIC CHAMPIONS BEATEN.

PETONE'S FINE WIN.

BROWN SHIELD GOES TO CANTERBURY.

SYNOPSIS OF RESULTS. Petone 9 Athletic 0 Victoria College 29 Ponoko 16 Melrose 13 Oriental fl Wellington 9 St. James 5

In tho presenco of nearly all Petono, j and the Brass Band, and train and motor |. loads from tlie city, Petone defeated thb i champions. It was a great day for 1 Petone, and a gacd.WLn; but Athletic 3 still lead for tlio cliampionsliip—by one 1 point, tlio value of a draiv. Petono play--3 cd the game of tlio season,, and tlio Bluo j and Blacks were lucky to escape with only 1 a nine-point deficit. If Joe and Edidio c Ryan had had luck with their goalj; kicking Potomo's scoro might havo been twenty. i Tliia play was solid from the very beginning;, and it continued' so to the end. t It was not a game full of incident, but . the play throughout was of the highest 3 quality. Petono's fotwards woto at tlio 3 top of their form, and beat tlio Athletic I vanguard; Petone's backs were easily a f class abovo the city backs. The suburban, i men made excellent use of tlio side-lino v in defence and attack, their collaring t' was deadly, and tlwir passing fairly good. > For tlio occasion James Ryan turned out . as second five-eighths. He played with all i his old cleverness and safety; his fielding 1 and line-kicking were a. treat. In addit tion, he scored a try winch, was tho rct suit of head work alone. j There were some who wore surprised at , Petono'9 win. This was not tlio only i occasion for surprise during tlio day. Vic- > toria College, apparently wall bcaiten in . the first spell, defeated Ponoko by 29 to i 16. And Mclroso beat Oriental by 13 to 0. 1 CHAMPIONSHIP LADDER. '• ! I i I a P , p o up< Athlotic 13 11 2 0 22 Petono 13 10 2 1 21 Oriental 13 8 5 0 16 : Wellington 13 -7 5 1 15 Melrose 13 ,5 7 1 11 ' Poneke 13 4 8 1 9 : Victoria College ... 13 2 9 2 6 St. James 13 1 10 2 4 PETONE AND ATHLETIC. ' j WELL-DESERVED SUBURBAN WIN. ; ' Petono forced Athletic a moment after tlio commencement, as tho result ofv a | centre by E. Ryan; and immediately after ' that Job Ryan shot «i poster from haif- ' way. Heavy dumping was a feature of | the next few minutes, and then Evensen ■ initiated a passing attack which Adams ■ and S. Wilson Assisted in taking to tlio j 1 Petone lino. Tho siege wa9 raised, E. ' Ryan dashed info the ruck, booted tlio ■ball out, . and A. . Parker followed it through and' took play to the Athletic 1 line, where' Price snapped up the oval and dashed over. Jos Ryan's attempt at goal resulted in another poster. Petone, 3; Athletic, 0. For tho next ten minutes Petone buried Athletic, and only on unfortunate breach prevented the suburban backs scoring. Then E. Ryan grabbed a rebound off S. Wilson and centred. Nankcville got under the oval, dropped it into W. Ryan's hands, and on it went to Joo Ryan, Nunn, and Boyd, and tlio last-named (lew in at the corner. Petone, 6; Athletic, 0. Evensen missed a eouplo of .shots at goal from half-way. Petono held the upper hand till E. Roberts broke away aiul put the city team on the attack. W. Ryan (Athletic) improved the position with a fino kick' to the corner. However, Petone at length,forced. Tlio Petone backs went, away again—Nunn, M'Kenzie, James Ryan. .Toj Ryan, and E. Ryan. E. Ryan wound up by potting, and this, his second effort of the kind, like its predecessor, just missed. A fino run by Adams went very close to ,Petone's line, but eventually James Ryan forced. Half-time arrived with the score still: Petone, 6; Athletic, 0. Petono attacked for some time after the opening of tho second spell, and timo after timo swarmed down upon the city line. Fine line-kicking gained them chains of valuable ground. Two' excellent attempts at goal by Joe. Ryan narrowly missed increasing tho suburban team's score. Play had been good.,though uneventful, and towards the end of the game James Ryan drove the big crowd wild with excitement. Stopping a hot Athletic rush by a beautiful mark, snapped at arm's length, he took the kick himself and booted a short distanco nlong the ground. He got another kick in before tho oval reached an Athletic back, and, slowing up as the ball neared the side-line, ho seemed to lead the opposition into the belief that tho ball was going out. Suddenly, however, he steered tho leather in-field again, kicked across tho goal-line, got there first, and scored a sensational try. Petone, 9; Athletic, 0. Thus the game ended. Mr. L. Simpson was referee. PONEKE & COLLEGE. FINE FINISH BY 'VARSITY MEN, Poneko had a substantial lead early in the sccond half of their match with Victoria College, played at Athletic Park oil Saturday, but tho University team finished remarkably well, and by making the gamo fast and open they wiped off a deficit of eight points, and won by 29 points to 16. Poneke undoubtedly had i the better of tho first spell. They wero , first to score, King obtaining a try after • a forward rush. Mitchinson failed to . convert, and as Fairo almost immediately scored an unconverted trv for College, ; the points wore even—Poneko 3, Collko 3. Keys next scored for Poneke, and Mitch- 1 jnson converted, but tlio play was no ■sooner resumed than College broko away, and the combined work of Quillinm, L. Beard, and Enting enabled tho last-named to touch down near tlio posts. Sandel - converted, making tlio scores: Poneke, 8; College, 8. Before lialf-timo Poneko ] gained a third' tiy, Tilyard touching \ ilnwn ill tile corner after a fino run. , Mitchinson kicked a magnificent goal. Poneke, 13; College, 8. I In tlio second spell, Poneko attacked ] from tho kick-off, and Brewer scored. Mitehinson's kick failed to find tho posts. 1 Poneke, 16; College. 8. Matters looked bad for College when they were compelled to force soon after, but they set to work ill earnest from that stage, and snon Paulsen scored a try. Ryan's kick ] at goal was a failure. Several further > College attacks were resullloss, but lioth- 1 ing daunted tlio forwards kcpt : up tho 1 attack until till py gave Rvan a favourable opportunity. Ho snooped up the bull near ' the Poneko twenty-five and dashed over, to scoro in a good position. Sandel con- < verted. Poneke, 16; Collcgo, 16. Play then contained strenuous for somo minutes, both sides taking a hand in attack. During a Poneko passing rush, Fairo intercepted . near his own line, and broke clean away. . He was hotly pursued by Tilyard and '• Spillane, but'lasted long enough to divo j over at the corner. T. Beard failed with j the kick. College, 19; Poneke, 16. Tho '' defence of Poneko had now sagged considerably, and presently Fairc mado a good run down the line, centred, and enabled Sim to score near the nosts. Sandel. converted. College, 24; I'onekc, 16. Two minutes later Sim could havo scored , simiilv enough, again, but: ho transferred f to Sandel. The latter touched down near , tho posts, and converted his own try, the gamo ending: College, 29; I'onekc, 16. i M.r. R. Fordyco was referee. (

i, MELROSE & ORIENTAL. r * WHITES OUTNUMBERED AND [ SWAMPED. 3 Though nothing tangible depended on 3 the result of tho match between Oriental - and Melrose, yet considerable interest was 3 taken in tho encounter, and had Ori- , ental been properly represented play ' would havo been l'ar rnoro interesting. With a third of their team absent half ■ tho game, Oriental wero fairly swamped i by Melrose, the brothers Gilchrist being practically invincible. And yet, with only a team of ten men against them, Melroso only crossed tho Oriental linn ! onco during tho first half, tho two tries J being obtained after the interval, when j tho Orientals woro only four players short. , Under such circumstances it was agreed ' to play only 25 minutes each) way, and k this proved quite long enough for the , "O'ri's" against audi overwhelming num- ■ bers. ' Melroso started in promising style, but ■ Doe threw forward, and from an ensuing lino-out Oriental got away in a body, : and Kinvig took n. long shot at goal, . which only just failed. Tho venuo was . again chauged. though every inch of lost ground was stubbornly contested by tho ; numerically weaker team. Flack was con- ■ spicuous with a smart pick up and kick, . *and soon after Greeks snatched up tho ball from behind tho scrum, dodged right , through, transferred to Marshall, who passed on to W. Gilchrist, enabling that player to walk over at the corner. Thia smart bout of passing deserved more than tho threo points, but Greeks*B high kick was swept wide of tho posts by tho v high wind, when a goal seemed certain. Oriental still played gamely, and made soma determined rushes, which, however, were always smothered before the' Melroso territory was reached. The two Gilchrist? wore invariably in tho picture, but just on tho interval Kinvig ran down and 1 dropped tho ball under tho bar, Melroso being On tho defence when tho whistlo tvent. On resuming Peterson ran half tlio length' of tho field, but was checkmated by Kinvig, after ■ which Oriental took up the running and looked lilco equalising, especially ns Capper fumbled tho ball. Melroso, however, now warmed up, and after an irro'sistiblo rush down tho field M'Moran handed to W. Ciilchrist, who scored, under tho posts, Capper cosily converting. Oriental again pressed, but ; their attack was nullified by ihe Mclross dofonco. A combined movement by Melroso was effective. Flack scoring the easiest of tries under tho posts, which enabled Sullivan to do tho needful. Oriental, sinco tho change of ends, had been feel--1 ing tho strain, but played gamely to the finish, tho sooro then being: Melrose, 131 Oriental, nil. . , Mr, Larwny was refcroo. WELLINGTON & ST. JAM^S. A CLOSE CONTEST. , Practically no interest attached to the Wellington-St. James match, winch was played on No. 1- ground, Athletic Park. Considering tho state of tho ground, tM game did not provide such an exhibition i as might reasonably havo been expected. Wellington won tho toss and derided to , defend the western goal. After about 10 minutes' play, Wellington attacked, ond St. James woro compelled to forco five times in quick succession, but the Yellow . nnd Blacks, were unable to score. Their best effort during that period was a bout , of passing from C. Irons to Grace and on to 'M'Gregor, who was collared on tho line. Halfway through the spoil St. James worked up towards their opponGrits' line, id ji Joosq £ctYiml)lo M'Enirney scored near the posts. Thomus converted. St. .Tames, 5; Wellington, 0. Foir tho remainder of tho spell Wellington attaoked, and just before half-time the Yellow and Black wing forward (Miller) was awarded a try near the corner, Tho kick proved too difficult for Bridge. Early in tho second spell St. James wore forced, and they hud a strenuous time for abouit 20 minutes until M'Enirney relieved pressure with a pood linekick.' Wellington returned to tho attack again, but it was not until within th« last 10 minutes that Miller soorcd a second' try. and nloeal Wellington in tho lead. Bridge's kick missed the pests, Wellington, G; Si. James, 5. Soon after tho drop-out St. James were awarded a free, kick, and Thomas had a long shot at froal, the ball hitting th° cross-bar and drooping underneath. Wellington then made a final effort, and Dow added another try. M'Kay failed with tho kick, and the game ended—Wellington, 0; St. James. 5. Mr. W. J. Meredith was referee. MINOR MATCHES. JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP. Selwyn defeated Petono by 8 points to 3. For tho winners, M'Donald and Galvin scored tries, nnd M'Phco converted "oriental won by default from Marlst Old Boys. Athletic won by default from Porixua. THIRD CLASS. Oriental defeated Athletic by 25 points (seven unconverted tries and n potted goal) to nil. Borhajr.poro won from St. Patrick's College by default. Wellington B were defeated by Y.M.C.A. by 12 points to 6. Alexander nnd Noavo scored for tho wiiuions, and the former converted ono try and potted a goal. King and Carney scored for tho loaors. FOURTH CLASS. Athletic defeated Wellington A by l! points to 10. Old Boys woro defeated by Poneko by 20 noints to 3. Til yard (2), Aflderson, Andrews, Hidges, and Rcvall scored tries, ami Christoplicrsen converted ono. Borhamporo defeated Wellington B by 8 points to nil. Only ono spell of 10 nnmiitos was played. United Methodist defeated St. James by 8 points to nil. FIFTH CLASS. Played ns. a curtain-raiser at tho Athletic 'Park tho St. Patrick's CollegcSelwyn match provided Pome good football. The CoMcgo team succeeded in winning by 18 points to 5. Poii.e'xo won by default from Wellington College. Petono defeated Athletic by 10 points to 5. A HOUSE MATCH. After a Hani and fast mutch, Railway Gallery 'again succeeded in defeating Post and Telegraph Gallery in their return match by 0 ]>ointS'to 3. For the winners, Davoy kicked a penalty goad and scored a fry. IN OTHER CENTIES. (Br TelCErapii.—Prow Association.) Auckland, August S. Rugby matches wero played yesterday under most unfavourable ..conditions; rain fell all tho afternoon, and tho grounds woro wet and greasy. In tho senior competition Ponsonby defeated University by 3 points to nil j College Rifles defeated Parncll by 9 to Cj

and Mariat Bros, defeated City by 3 points to nil. Dunedin, August 2. . Zingari-Richmond (20) beat Union (3), Ahlambra (5) beat ICaikorai (3), Dunedin (G) beat South (3). Zingari-Richmoml win tho banner with 23 points, Kaikorai being second with 20 points, and Southern third with 19 points. Invercarcjill, August 3. Star 23 beat Southern 5; Waikiwi !! beat Invcrcargill G; Atlilotic 3 beat Winton nil. Tho club games have concluded, Star winning tho premiership. (By Telegraph.—Special Correspondent.), Masterton, August 3. In Rugby football yesterday, North Wairarapa defeated South Wairarapa, at Carterton, by 11 points *to 8, after a closely-conteisfcjd game. . Tho junior representative trial match also took place. In tho third-class division, Carterton defeated Dalefield by 3 points to nil; and Jlartinboroujh boat Pied Stars by 3 I<ainits to nil.

POVERTY tIAY BEAT HAWKE'S BAY. Gisborne, August 3. Tho Poverty Bay Rugby ropresentativo team, who avo challengers for tho Ranfurly Shield, and meet Auckland next .week, defeated tlio Hawke's Bay representatives on Saturday by 12 points to 3.Tho matcli was fast, and tho Poverty Bay backs played brilliantly, three tries being scored from passing Tushes. Tho scorers for th® winners were Miller (2) and. Carrutliers, 'and Tait kicked a penalty goal. Holder scored for Hawko's Bay.

WANGANUI Y. WAIUOA. . . Wanganui, August 3. a The Wanganui representative team played Wairoa at Waverley on Saturday, and a good gaime Tesulted in a win for Wanganui by 17 to. 5. .

LIVELY RUGBY,

.SPECTATORS INVADE THE FIELD, (By . Telegraph—Prars Association.) Auckland, August 3. The .Marist Bros. v. City B-ugby football match, played on Saturday.'ended an uproar. "Neither .tealu had scored, two'minutes from time, but right on time foennehy, who toad retired to the sideline through injury, returned to tho held, .and, being, unmarked, seciired. tho ball irom a jnck by the City full-back, find Bcored. The City players disputed try, ani about. 300 spectators invaded tho field and prevented the lack , at goal boing taken. Ming ran high, ami as an outcome of alleged trouble on the field a player and a.line umpiro fought in the (Ivessing-room.

THE LEAGUE GAME.

A GOOD CONTEST,

' NIiWTOWN VICTORIOUS. Saturday's game, between Nawtown and Athletic,. played at Newtown Park, was about l'!w bost League match played in Wellington this season. Newtown was victorious, but only secured tho game alter a splendid recovery in tho second .spell. At half-time tho score stood in .'AtWetic's favour by 11 to 3. In tho sec'ond spell the champions added .18 points, and prevented their opponents, from increasing their score. It was a great effort. ; Kelly and Bradley strengthened Athletic, and from tho start it was evident that Nowtown had a big task before them to . evade defeat. Shortly the commencement Bradley put on thi> first points by kicking a penalty goal.. This was quickly followed by a good passing rush, Parker, Bradley, and Kelly, taking part, mid the.last-named scored. Bradley added a. goal. Newtown attacked strongly f after this, and from a good. dash Strick- ' land scored. Ho missed tho kick at goal. ' B.radlev. later distinguished himself for Athletic ,by kicking two goals, and just before tho spell closed Kelly scored well. Bradiay fowled with his kick. Newtown felt tho benefit of tho wind In the second "spoil,'-and opened with a brisk attack, which resulted in Bensemarin scoring neaT tho corner. Manning failed to pilot tho ball across the bar.' Good play' by'Beiisemaun; King,; Manning, and Campbell kept "Newtown in ' apposition dangerous to their" opponents,- and finally Collins got over as the result of the passing - rush. Georgo failed • with tho kick. A little later Marshal] scored, and Strickland converted,.. making the scores' even. Newtown kept up the attack, and a try scored by Bensemann put them in the lead. Campbell' added ths goal from a difficult position, and f.lso lacked a further rgol from, a mark taken by "-George n?ar the halfway line. Newtown were still attacking when.tho game ended,'with the score—Newtown, 21; Athletic, 11. Mr. C. Murphy controlled the game. • , JUNIOR COMPETITION. Tho match Petono C v. Hutt, for a junior game, was brilliant and fast. No scoro was put up for tho first twenty minutes, although Petone had rather the better of the game. Purutapu made an opening and backed by Swenson and France scored for Hutt, after a neat bit of passing. Glennie converted.. Hutt. 5: l'etone, 0. Petono took tho attack and M'Connell found the line near the Hutt goal. From the rcrurn Howson whipped the ball up and (lived over, scoring Petone's only try,, which was converted. Hutt,;s; Petone, 5. The-excitement now becamo keen and eomo really good work j wns done f by both teams, especially Parlrant and M'Connell, for Petone, Rukutapu a.nd France for Hutt. Just before half, time the' latter player, with ' a little side-stepping, crossed tho Petono (lino amidst cheers. Hutt, 8; Petone, 5. ; Upon resuming a very tight battle ensued, Petone baekg straining every nerye to outclass their opponents, but although Hutt were unable to add to their score, all Petono gained was a penalty goal, and the game ended: Hutt, 8; Petono, 7. Mr. L. lsherwood was referee.

At Hutt Kecreation Grounds Petone A defeated City by 33 to nil. The following scored tries for tho winners:—Johnston (3), Glading (3), Hume, Davis, and R. .Wilson. Mr. K. Barber was referee. MATCHES ELSEWHERE. (By Telegraph—l"res 3 Association.) YVanganui, August 3. Thp Taranaki League team visited WaEganui on Saturday, and n most attractive exhibition was played before a i'aireized crowd. The game ended in a victory for the homo team by 14 to. 11.

AUCKLAND V. NELSON. (By Telegraph—Pr«63 Association.) Auckland, August 2. The Northern Union match, Auckland v. Nelson, was played to-day. Heavy rain fell all day, and the ground was under water in many places. Nelson, especially in tho forwards, pu-t up a great fight, but. tho weather militated against scientific football. . In tho 'ftiat spell, Blakey and Ifwcrson scored tries foi 1 Auckland, Webb converting one, and Taylor kicked a penalty-goal for tho visitors. Tho sppll ended B—2 in favour of Auckland. Nelson were attacking most of the second spell, but in-the lust fivo minutes Auckland broke through their defence, and Ifwerson. and Ashen* scored, Webb, converting o.no. Tho final score .was:—Auckland, 1G; Nelson, 2.

NEW SOUTH WALES TEAM SELECTED. By Tcl-oziaph—Press Association-Copyrleht (Rec. August 3, 5.5 p.m.) Sydney, August 3. The Rugby League team for New Zealand is sis follows:—Pull-backs,' Hflllct and Fraser;' three-quarters, Broomhara, Messenger, Prowler, Algie, 0. Deaue, U. Deano and Thompson; five-eighths, Cubitt.and Norman; halves, Halloway and Johnson: forwards, Pearce, Courtney, M'Cuo, Sullivan Haddock, Craig, Hurray, ,?oord, Curran, O'Malley, and Cann.

LACROSSE.

SATURDAY'S TRIAL MATCH, At Wakefield Park on Saturday afternoon a trial representative) match wan played in view of the fixture against Auckland on August 16. Though victorious by 9 goals to 4, the A team did not f?ivo a. good display, tbo combination iit attack work which is oftentimes an attractive feature of inter-club contests, being mainlv lacking on Saturday, homo of tho individual efforts wore good, and, oh tho day, tho B attack showed tho better combination. The score at half-time wag 3 goal to 1 in favour of the A side, who tallied a further four goals in tho third quarter, the B team replying with two successful shots. The A attack iua'-o

strong efforts to scoro in the last quarter, after a determined series of attacking rushes by the opposing sido had .been vigorously repulsed by the Adefender?, Kershaw (in goal) letting through 'only one shot. Eventually tho A score was increased by two goals, the last being obtained just before the whistle sounded. Tho scorers for tho A team were Ltydon (2), Hutltm (2)„ Casey (2), Fama, Estcourt and Grant, whilst Jones (2), Firth and Lee found tho net for the B side. J. Kenkin, Wootton, and Burgh played well on defence for the loser.', an uid Ryder, O'Leary, and Canty for the A team. .Mr. Gandar was rcf#ree.

The final selection of the representative team will be made early this week, and on next Saturday afternoon, at tho Basin Reserve, a sptcial challenge match between tho representative side and tho second twelvo will bo played.

GOLF.

) .THE WELLINGTON CLUB. Tho mixed foursomes, played on Saturday, resulted in a tio between Mrs. Collins and A. J. Abbott, Miss Collins and L. C. Hale;, Mrs. MaeEwan and R. W. Kirkby, Miss Even and I'. Howden, Miss W. Miles ajid W. E. Heid, each with a fcore of 3 down on Bogy. Other cards handed in were:—Miss, E. Bell and A. Pcarce, 4 down; Mr. and Mrs. 'I'yipp. & down; Miss N. Jackson 1 and F. G. Dalziell, 5 down; Miss George and J. C. Crawford, 5 down; Miss E. Stafford and J. Marchbanks, 5 down; Mrs. Marchbanks and T. Seddon, 5 down; Miss E. Watson and J. Watson, 6 down; Mrs. Watkms and J. A. l'iko, G down.

MIRAMAR CLUB. The best cards handed in on Satu/rday for tho M«lal Handicap, tho second of th® qualifving rounds for tho dlub championship, werro:—W. F. Ward, 93—24—74; I'. Pilkington, 93-16-77; T. H. Glendlnning, 91—11-77; C. H. Lawrence, 98—20 -78; J. A. Cleland, 100-22-78; P. Spraggon, 99—20—79; M< W. Horton, S2—2-80; H. E, 11. Balneavis, 82-2-80; • P. C. Frosth, BG—«—SO; T. A. Hunter, 92-12-80; M. ICebbell, 95-15-60.

MIRAMAR LADIES' CLUB. The following liavo been drawn for the fourth medal competition, which is the final round for tho trophy presented by Mr. Ed. Jncot, of Melbourne Miss Carter plays Miss Clray, Miss M. Seed plays Miss Waller, Mrs. Holmes plays Mrs. Firth, Miss Focko plays Miss Wheeler, Missi Nunnely plays' Miss Didsbury. Miss Gavin plays Mrs. Spencer,. Miss Marks plays Mrs. Wotkins, Miss Kirkcaldio plays Mrs. Ward, Miss Williams plays Mies Cameron.

Challenger Balls ore perfect and are guaranteed not to ciack or lose their shape. The Challenger Golf Ball is the ■best. Test it for yourself and you will like the Challenger. Try one to-day.— Advt.

HARRIERS.

Favoured with ideal weather tho usual weekly run of the Brooklyn Harriers on Saturday was a very successful one. Tho members of the club w«ro the guests of Mr. P. Harvey, and the tuu was from his residence in Hanson Street, Newtown. The trail led from Hanson Street through Baylis'splantation and over tho hills to Duppa Street Reserve; and then Homeward through. Morningtor. end Vogeltown. Messrs. B. Ha.rvej, T. Harlen, and P. Harvey, jun., wbtw the hares, and the course chosen was one of tho best this season. A pack of 35 runners was led by F. Warnungtqn as pacemaker, with P. Wilton as whipper-in, while a fast pack, ■consisting' of F. J. Byrne, E. Murray, G. Hutton, and R. Ballantyne (four of the Wellington representative team), conceded 15 minutes' start to the pack, and about three-quarters of a milo from homo .passed tlie others. A run-in was held over the last half-mile, which resulted in E. Shaw gaining first place, with P. Oliver second, and C:' Byrno third. After the run, members sat down to afternoon tea, which tho host and hostess had thoughtfully provided. The table •Avas prettily decorated with red, white, and black, the olub' colour's. .''The 'club'spresident Mr. Ballantyne, presided, and thanked Mr. and Mrs. Harvey for the kindness on behalf of the club. An' enjoyable -programme "of music was then go'no through. Messrs. Hutton, O'Neill, D. Byrne, Wilton, and Kingston contributed songs. The run next . Saturday _ will bo from Buassll's Tea-rooms, Karon.

WELLINGTON C.LUB. On Saturday at Trentham the muster of competitors' for the annual 2i-mila steeipleckiso was very disappointing. Tho track waa in' mi' excellent slate. Only six men faced the starter, Mr. W. H. Pollock. W. Press won the event. His handicap was 15sec., and actual time 15min. 24sec. W. Power, Msec., finished second, his time being lGmin: 47sec. W. Donaldson (scr.) finished third, in lPmin. 2Gsec. Also started: B. Hateley, lOSseo.; J. Peart, 85sec.; F. J. Kerr, 40« c.

BOWLS.

TE HIWI CLUB'S REPORT. The Teport to be laid before the annual meeting of the 'I'e Hiwi Bowling Club states that during the year the club was well to the fore in pennant matches, only losing sectional position by a narrow margin. Two rinks took part in tho Northern Bowling Association tourney at .Auckland; tho rink skipped by Mr. Charles Paraca running into fourth position. The plub's Wednesday playeTs experienced a successful and enjoyablo fccason, and the rinlcs and pairs representing the club in tho centre tournament upheld its prestige. The cup presented by Mr. Georghetfci for singles was ■ won- by Mr. A. J. Benzie, and will be presented at the meeting. The- committee regret tho removal of Messrs. Coombes (who has gono to Australia) and Robertson (transferred to Feilding), two members whose services the club has often appreciated. The committee also wishes to tender its warmest thanks to Mr. Charles Hill, sen., for the many benefits tho club enjoys. The fine true green which he provided' during tho season was the admiration of all players.

UPPER HUTT CLUB. At the first annual meeting of ■ the Upper Hutt Bowling Club, tho following officers we ro elected :—i resident, Dr. Kemp; vce-prcsideuts, Messrs. a. J. Svkes, If. Edwards, and Laing-MeMOu; .seoretary, Mr. A. J. M'Curdy; treasurer, Mr. J. Greenwood; auditor, Mr. 0. t ratt; committee, Messrs.. J. Comeskv, N. J. Bennington, R. Quinn, R. H. Webb. V. Benge, W. G<m>, W. Hogg, J, Harrison, and P. Robertson. The report and balance-sheet adopted showed that tho membership of the club stood » while thoro was a small credit balance.

COURSING

(By Te!og?aph-Prcs3 Association.) Auckland, August 3. Thero was a small gathering at Stamford Park to witness tho filial meeting of the season. Tho following are the results:—White ITorse Cuip.—First Tio: Mosquitojieat Von Trcmp, Master Wairiki beat King Billy, First Thought a bye. Scm i-final: Mosquito boat First Thought, Master Wairiki a bye. Filial: Master Wairiki beat Mosmiil.o and won tho Cup. Supplementary Stakes.—Scotland beat Bill Sykos, Wairiki a byo. Gamblers' Gold bc&t Stop It, Flames beat Nellie, Soltano bent Arabian. Owing to the w?ather, it was impossible to finish the match, and l tho stakes woro divided. , Dunedin, August 2. The Dunedin Coursing Club opened its autumn meeting to-day in find weather. Results:— Ladies' Bracelet.—First Awkward Jim beat Thoughtful Mono, Leeston lx>at Miss M'Nftb, Cyclone boat Hielan Lass, Gold Streak beat Wild Wind. Lord Baglan beat Braddon. Grand Finolo had nu accidental byo. Beacon beat United States, Star of Erin beat M'Clusky, Pleasant Lady beat Babbington Brook. Britain's I'rido had an accidental bye, Diamond King beat Summertime, Southern Star brot Flitaway, Woolton bent Eggshell, Kilts beat. Puritan, Green Bonnet beat Last Thought. Forbury Cup.—First round: King beat Lofty, Wild Lily beat Irish Twist, Pride of Erin beat Busier. Second round: Kinsr boat Meteor, Wild Lily beat Pride of Erin.