WAIRARAPA ACCEPTANCES.

Gisborne Times, Volume IX, Issue 708, 2 January 1903, Page 3

WAIRARAPA ACCEPTANCES.

By Telegraph—Press Association— Wellington, last night. The following are the acceptances for ,the second day :

Hurdles.—Turanganui 11.9, Uruslopogaas 11.5, Boko 11.0, Benedictirio 10.0, Arabi Pasha 9.5, Hinekaura 9.0.

Telegraph Hack.—Clovelly 8.9, Elebank 8.7, Rajah 8.5, Narcotic 8-2, Cumulus 8.0, Tutungarehu and Raema 7.11, Rags and Tikurewa 7.9, Bounce 7.4, Consistent 7.3, Sorip 7.0. Racing Club Handicap.—Ghoorka 8.5, Plaidie 8.4, Volley 7.12. Valley Hack.—Lissa 8.9, Tutungarehu 7.11, Wehenga 7.10, Jolly Roger 6.7. President’s Handicap. Exmoor 8.8, Torowai 8.3, Riotor 82, Turepo 7.13, Gipsy Jack 7.11, Pure Silver 7.8, Oudenarke 7.7, Greensleeves 6.7. High Weight—Elebank 11.12, Rags 11.11, Cavalier 11.10, Rebounding Lock 11.6, Testator 11.4, Arabi Pasha 11.3, Itosette 10.10, Onward, Kaimai, and Avenger 10.7. New Year Handicap.—Ostiak 10.6, Rabel 8-5, The Rioter 7-13, Gipsy Jack 7.9, Whario 6-7. Final Hack.—Harnua and Narcotic 8-5, Sir Galahad 8.4, Matamu 7.11, Kaingatikarawa 7.10, Valkyrie 7-8, Aldinga and VVaikaenu 7.3, Dormitory 6.13, Cavendish 6.10, Waitoti 6.7.

ODDFELLOWS’ PICNIC.

A GREAT SUCCESS

There was an enormous attendance at the picnic held at Kaiteratahi yesterday under the auspices of the American Order of Oddfellows, and the great success of the gathering was not only highly pleasing to all who were present, but must also nave been very gratifying to the promoters. The Secretaries, Messrs R. Robb and R. Cogar, with the Committee, carried out their arduous duties in an admirable manner, and to them was very largely due the success of the gathering. The attendance formed a record for such picnics held in the district, and the number present must have exceeded 1200. Ihe site chosen was specially suited for such a gathering, and one advantage of travelling by rail was that the dust-storms were avoided. The sports programme was carried out with zest during the day, especial interest being taken in the obstacle race and the chase for' the slippery pig- In presenting the <“ Captain Cook, Mr Neenan had chosen a regular dyer , —in fact, lie made no start of it, bolting before the eager populace knew that they were privileged to be in the hunt. An irregular scramble set in, and piggy, being completely outnumbered, was overwhelmed by the hundreds who not only tried to rim him down fairly but sought to ri o nt en him to death by the wild warwhoops that greeted Captain Cook m the earlier historic days. The! racer was eventually caught, but rivhtlv declared it no race, and pi n gy was given another show to outpace his pursuers. But the sprint that he had already accomplished had told on his condition, and the refreshed tide of humanity surging around him soon settled his bacon, the pride of victory going to Driller. Then an entertaining wrangle set in, being characterised by good humor, and an armistice was arranged between the first and the second captor, who agreed to hand the prize over to the Old Men s Home During the day, the enjoyment was greatly increased by the Rides’ Band (under Mr McKillopj, which provided music and also went through a series of evolutions in the Pa in d addition to the general forking committee, there was a committee of ladies, who did their part excellent, > -Mesdames Robb, Elnisley, apd .-edge r, Misses Birrell, Cox (u), and R The ladies’ committee also had pharee of the refreshment stall. The Oddfellows’ Handicap vyas well natronised, especially the 100yds, in which 26 competed. * Owing to the large number , of competitors the race was dm dedmto five heats. Good form was shown on the nart of Gray, Coleman, Jarman, and Sceats. The race was a splendid one and arousod muoh excitement. The 220yds was also a splendid race, and vyas won by F. Gray after a ding-dong go with M. Soeats, who ran with great dash, an made a brilliant attempt for V°‘° ry, T £' Jarman also displayed good form. The 440yds was also well contested, and was fought hard from start t o> finish. * Coleman made a aag jj {or last ten yards, and was very near getting home on R. Siddels. G. Jarman ran another good race, securing another third. On ‘he whole the competitors were in good form, and the different events of the Handicap displayed great enthusiasm. The clay pigeon shooting competition was a good event, and attracted a large number of competitors as well as spectators. The event was in the charge of Messrs Watson Bros., everything being carried out in a most creditable manner. There were 36 entries, and resulted in R. Reiha and J. Price each scoring five out of a possible Bix. , Considerable interest was taken in the juveniles, races for both boys »nd girls, under the management of Mr W. Webb and his stewards, being included in the day’s sport. . Many pretty toys were aiven to tho winners. , j ° Mr R N. Jones officiated as judge, and Mr W. Howard as starter, both giving every satisfaction. , The sports events resulted as ful lows

Oddfellows’ Handicap, LOO yards : luisj scat, F. Gray (7yds) 1 ; .second heat, C. lan nan (9yds) i ; third heat, T. Nicholls lOdys) .1 ; fourth heat) A. Coleman (11 yds)‘ 1 ; fifth heat, I\l. Sceats (11yds) 1. Final : F. Gray (7yds) 1, A. Coleman (11 yds) 2, C. Jarman (flyls) il. 2. GTRLS’ RACE (under 15). Isi ' Prize, Trophy, presented by Mr S. McLean >n ; 2nd prize, Tropny presented b> Mark Way.. M. Clay 1, L. Griflin 2, E. Herd 15. 3. LADIES’" RACE. Ist Prize, Trophy, presented hv Bro. W. S. Collins; 2nd Prize, '1 rophy, pic. senlcd by Mr T. Hood ; 3rd Prize, Trophy, presented uy Adair Bros. Miss Pioyd 1, Miss Buttlor 2, Mrs Davidson 3. 4. BOYS’ RACE (under 15). Ist Prize, Suit of Clothes, presented by New Zealand Clothing Factory ; 2nd Prize, Medal, presented by Mr W. Good. Wildish 1, A. Hill 2, Wyllie 3. 5. BAND EVOLUTIONS, as to H performed at Masterton Band Contest. Under Drill-Major Corbett and Bandmaster McKiiiop. 6. 220 YARDS, O.H.C. F. Gray (12yds) 1, M. Sceats (20yds) 2’ 0. Jarman (15yds) 3. 7. THREE-LEGGED RACE. Ist, 2nd, and 3rd Cash Prizes. Twelve couples started. Bowen and Heaney 1, Atkins and Shaw 2, Smith and Henderson 3, 3. OBSTACLE RACE. Ist Prize, £2 ; 2nd Prize, Trophy, present cd by Mr W. Miller; 3rd Prize, Jib tobacco, presented by Crawford and Son. A dispute arose in connection with the finish of" the race, which was settled between the competitors. Crone and Saunders 1, 0. Jarman 3, Shaw 4. 0. CLIMBING GREASY POLE. Prize at top of pole. Polo not to hand. 10. CATCHING GREASY PIG (tegular thoroughbred), presented 0) Bio. Con Neenan. W. Driller 1. 11. FINAL OF 0.H.C., 410 yards. Ist Prize, 415, or Suit of Clothes presented by Ros.molham and Scarle; 2nd Prize, 412, or Trophy; 3rd, £l, or Trophy. 'Siddells (12yds) 1, A. Coleman (85yds) 2, C. -Jarman (25yds) 3. The Handicap was judged by points, which resulted as follows: F. Gray 10 points, Coleman and Jarman 6 points each, Siddells 5 points, M. Sceats 3 points. 12. BANDSMEN’S RALE HANDICAP. Ist Prize, Cash; 2nd Prize, Med a l, presented by Mr R. Seymour. T\ Kciha 1, Hill 2, Dnnfoy 3. 13. BOYS’ COMIC BUN-EATINU CONTEST, Ist and 2nd Casn Prizes. Damage 1. This event caused much amusement, and was also enjoyed by the hoys,