SPORTS AND PASTIMES

Gisborne Times, Volume XXVI, Issue 2169, 20 April 1908, Page 3

SPORTS AND PASTIMES

FOOTBALL. KAITI-CITY V. NAPIER. LOCAL TEAM VICTORIOUS. The annual fixture between these teams took olace on the Victoria l'o mnin on Saturday afternoon, m the presence of a good number ol spectators. After a fairly last game, which, however, was almost altogether conlined to the forwards, ho local team proved the victors by 8 ponds to 8. Ar r W. Howard held the whistle, and Mekrs. W. Hay and H. AV. Hobson acted as linesmen. The teams, as already published, took the field, with the exception that Parker Turei replaced Morse in the lvaiti-C’ity forwards. Shortly after 3 o’clock the teams lined up, and Haiti-City, attacking the town goal, kicked off, ami after a spell of give-and-tako piav, Vallance broke away, hut was recalled, the lino Hag having gone up. Napier were penalised in midfield for picking the ball out of the scrum, and Puflett landed a beautiful goal from just inside the half-way line. Haiti-Citv, 3; Napier, nil. the game at this stage consisted ot loose forward rushes, both sides pressing hard in turn, but being apparently unable to put the finish on their efforts by scoring. The local forwards were getting the ball from the serum time after time, but Vallance, although playing with great dash, was too slow in getting it away to his backs. Napier made persistent attacks, and AValshe had extremely hard lines in not registering a try, as he lost the ball on the line after forcing his way through froln near the 25. After a passing rush by the home backs, -Shirley marked right in front of goal, .but Puflett failed with the kick. The local men continued to press, but could not 'penetrate the stubborn defence of the visiting backs, and half-time was called with no addition to the score.

Haiti-City 3 Napier 0 At the interval Gillies, who had come into collision with Winter early in the game, left the field’, suffering, from an injury to his left arm, and his place was taken by D. 'Miller. On changing ciids, further loose play was indulged in, the ball travelling rapidly from one end of the field to the other. Napier had a shot at goal from a good position, but Walshe’s kick was futile. Alullaney stopped a dangerous rush in fine style, and Miller then broke through the ruck with the ball at his toes. He got clear away, and an almost certain score was averted by Wa’.she, who picked up cleverly, and kicked into touch. (From a rush of the Napier forwards Newton marked, and Puflett again kicked a good goal, amidst applause. Haiti-City, 6; Napier, 0. •Stimulated by this further reverse, the visitors pressed hotly, and kept their opponents strictly on the defensive for a time. Once again the home team was penalised for off-side, and Walsh© made no mistake with his kick on this occasion. Haiti-City, 6; Napier, 3. Napier continued to press, but were unable to add to their score, ltowe in particular .playing a sound defensive game. Stagpoole (Haiti-City) headed a forward rush up the field, ■but Napier were not to be denied, and AVoon scored a try, after a passing rush, in which forwards and backs alike participated. AValshe took the kick at goal, and added the extra points amidst the applause, of Napier supporters. Napier, 8; Haiti-City, 6. From this to. the close play was fast and furious, but neither side could break through their opponent’s defence. Napier were again penalised for obstruction, and Puflett again succeeded in landing a beautiful goal from over the 25 yards mark, and giving the local team a lead of' one point. Time was called very shortly afterwards, without any alteration to the scores, the.game thus eliding— Haiti-City 9 Napier 8 For the winners, Tate, ltowe, and A r allance were the best of the back division, while Nicholas, Somervell, and Newton worked hard in the front ranks. AValshe, the captain of the visiting team, was a tower of strength to his side, and was ably supported by .Briscoe and Buchanan. In the forwards, AA r oon, Bowen, and Johnston were the most conspicuous. .

THE VISITORS ENTERTAINED. In the evening the Kaiti-City Chtlj entertained the members of the Napier Club at a smoke concert in the Masonic Hall. Air. J. W. Bright presided over a large gathering, and was supported on the right by Mr. AValshe, the visiting captain, while Mr. Gordon Rowe, who led the local team, sat on his left. The toast of “The King” having been duly honored, the chairman, in a stirring speech, proposed the toast of “The Visitors,” and referred, to Rugby football as having been instrumental in building up the nation and in fitting the players to take their places successfully in the sterner things of life. Messrs. "Walshe (captain) and AVoon {manager) replied, the former making a capital speech, and said he hoped that the fixture would continue to he annual one. Mr. "Walshe also warmly thanked the Kaiti-City Club for their hospitality. He referred briefly; to the manner in which professionalism was creeping into football, and trusted that the Poverty Bay Rugby Union would cooperate with the other unions throughout the Dominion in an endeavor to keep the sport clean. (Applause.) • Other toasts were The PovertyBay Rugby Union,” proposed by Mr. W. Gibson, and responded to by Mr. J. S. Wauchop; “The Kaiti-City Football Club,” proposed by. Mr. Woon, and responded to by Messrs. G. Rowe, J. A. Eaton, and 11. .Maude; “Kindred Sports,” proposed by Mr. A. G. Laurenson, anti responded to bv Mr. G. 'Mills, the captain of the visiting Eden Cricket Club, and Mr. Buckland (secretary). An excellent musical programme was gone- through, songs being contributed by Hobson, Granby, B. J. Bright, and Grinlinton. Mr. A. G. Laurenson played the accompaniments, and the Vita String Band gave a selection. Tho'gathering concluded shortly before midnight with tho singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” .. . Tho visitors return to Napier by the s.s. Maitai this morning.

COLLEGE TOURNEY. Press Association. WELLINGTON, April 10. The first match of the Inter-college Old Boys Rugby tournament was played at Miramar on Saturday. AVcl•fington) after a 0110-sided game, won by 17 to 3 from Nelson, four tries and a, goal to one try (scored by Bisley). Wellington will meet Christchurch High School Old Boys ill tho final tomorrow.

TENNIS. GISBORNE v, PANNEVIUKE. Verv little interest, was taken in the tournament between the Gicboine and Dannevirko clubs, played on the K. courts on Saturday. 1 heic i as. a small crowd of onlookeis,. thoi , i many of the games were keenly contested. The visitors wore outc.assed in most of the games, the local play--9 games,.v. R, B- Vartan, 1) J* Barlow, 9, v. E. 5L. Coleman, 9, v. G. G. Dow nos, o, S. A. Gover. 9, v. J. M. 4, R. Willock, 9, v. R. N • ' Al *JW fa’ 2; G. Blackburn, 9, v, G. J. 2; total, Gisborne 54, Da.nnevirkc Ladies’ (Singles.-Mrs. Carmichael, .7 games, v. Aliss M. Ryan, 1 game; Mias D. Bright, 7, v. Mrs. N.yinand, 1: Aliss L. Coleman, 0. v. Aliys Irvine, 7; Airs. -Barlow, 7, v. Aims I' • Ryan, 1; total, Gisbonio 21, 'Hannc.virfce 10,

Men’s Doubles.—Mnrgohouth and Barlow, 9, v. Vartan and Bauson, 2; WiUock and Blackburn, 0, v. Alexander and Bickford, 0; Cover and Coleman, 9. v. Downes and Saunders, 7 ; total, Gisborne 27, -Dannevirko 9. Ladies’ Doubles.-—Mrs. Barlow and Mrs. Carmichael, 7. v. Misses At. and F. ltyan, 1; Misses D. Bright and L. Coleman, 5, v. Airs. Nymand and Miss Irvine, 7; total, Gisborne .12, Dannevirko 3. Combined Doubles.—Mrs. Barlow and Margoliouth v. Miss Ryan and A'artan, U-S; Miss Carmichael and Barlow v. Miss F. Byan and Bauson, 9-1; Miss Bright and Cover v. Airs. Maynard and .Downes, 8-9; and Miss L. 'Coleman and AY. L. Coleman v. Aliss Irvine and Saunders, 9-8. iotn!s, Gisborne 35, Dannevirko 2G. The following club games were also pin veil: —Men’s singles: Barlow beat Cover, S-5, 7-5. Combined handicap doubles: Alias B Dylan and Curtis beat Miss Murray and Evans, Gl-59. These games'will be continued this morning, weather permitting. The Gisborne Club entertained tho visiting players from Danneyirke at a dance on Saturday evening in AVhinrny’s Hall.

INTER-COLLEGIATE tournament; Press Association. DUNEDIN, April 18. Tho Inter-Collegiate Tennis Championship Tournament was commenced to-day in fine weather. AUsiting teams were accorded a welcome by the Mayor on their arrival last evening. . Tho best game witnessed was the contest between Buddie and;(lower (Otago University), nml Prouse and Peeve (Victoria College), in the men’s doubles. In the final set AA’ellington did not show ini quite as well as in the two preceding sets, and were defeated by Otago by 6 to 1. The outstanding gamo in' the Alcn’s Singles was between Jennings (Canterbury College), and Prouso (AUetoria College), the latter being the holder of the championship. Jennings played a brilliant game, and inflicted rather a severe defeat on Prouso. who was not playing up to form. The following are the results:

Alen’s Singles, first round; G. Gower (Otago) beat 11. P. Hunt- (Auckland) 6 —4, G —3; S. Jennings (Canterbury) beat G. S. Prouso (Victoria. College) 6—3, 6—3; H. Bundle (Otago) boat R. N. Bain (Canterbury) 6—3, 6—2; R. St. Bcoro (AUctoria College) bent AA T . Olipliant (Auckland) 6— 4/ 6—2. Alen’p Doubles (first round): Hunt and Olipliant (Otago) beat Hope and Beamish (Auckland) 6—l, 6—2; Moody and Hartgill (Otago) beat Taylor and Dunlop (Auckland) 6—4, 6—-4 ; Jennings and Bain (Canterbury) beat Smith and Alansfield (AUctoria College) 6—9, 6—2; Bundle and Gower (Otago) beat Prouse and Beero (A r iotoria College) 6—3, 3—6, 6—l. Second round : Jennings and Bain beat. Aloody and Hartgill 6—3, 6—l. Combined Doubles (first round): Aliss Keene and Beero (AUctoria College) beat Aliss Taylor and Taylor (Auckland) 6—5, 6—2 ; Aliss Scott and Prouso (Victoria College) boat Aliss Aloore and Bundle (Otago) 6—2, 6—3. Ladies Singles (first round): Aliss Alclntosh (A r ictoria College) beat Aliss Field (Otago) 9 —7 ; Aliss Alorrison (Canterbury) heat Aliss AA’ard (Otago) 9—3; Aliss J. Scott (AUctoria College) beat Aliss Scott (Auckland) 9—4; Aliss Utting (Auckland) beat Aliss Graco (Canterbury) 9—6; Aliss Pattorson (Canterbury) boat Aliss Reeve (Victoria. College); Aliss Taylor (Auckland) and Aliss Aloore (Otago) byes. Second round: Aliss Alorrison beat Aliss AfcIntosh 9—B; Miss Taylor beat Aliss Aloore 9—7; Aliss J. Scott boat Aliss . Utting 9—4; Miss Patterson boat Aliss "Reeve 9—B. Ladies Doubles (first round): Alisses Graco and Patterson (Canterbury) beat Alisses AVard and Aloore (Otago) 9—l; Alisses Reeve and AlcKellar (Victoria College) beat Alisses Morrison and .Jamieson (Canterbury) 9—4; Alisses Hunt and Cross (Canterbury), Alisses J. Scott and Alclntosh' (A r ictoria College), Alisses R. Scott and McLoughlin (Auckland), Alisses Utting and Taylor (Auckland), Alisses Field, and Elder (Otago), and Alisses Atkinson and Cooke (A r ictoria College) byes. Second round: Alisses J. Scott and Alclntosh heat Alisses Hunt and Cross 9—B; Alisses Grace and Patterson beat Alisses R. Scott and AlcLoughlin 9—3 ;Alisses Utting and Tay. lor beat Alisses Reeve and Alclvellar 9—4; Alisses Field and Elder beat Alisses Atkinson and Cooke 9—7. V AVELLINGTON TOURNAMENT. (Press Association.) AVELLINGTON, April 19. The Brougham Hill Club’s lawn tennis tournament had to be postponed yesterday owing to rain.

BOWLING. GISBORNE GREEN.

The following games were played on the Gisborne Bowling Club’s greens during the holidays:— Singles: Kyme beat -Douglas, 25 12; and Paltridge beat Kyme, 23—22. Fours: Wilson, Birss, Hookey, and Ponsford (skip) bent- Collins, Corson, Witty, and Coleman (skip), 24—19; Mackrell, Collins, Clarkson, and Ponsford (skip) beat W. Pettie, Craig, Douglas ,and Eure (skip), 18—16; F. Pettie, Paltridge, Fordyce, and Simson (skip) beat R. Crawford, "Wilson, H. Lewis, T .A. Crawford (skip), 34 8; Alackrell, Collins, Hookey, and Ponsford (skip) beat Fordyce, Paltridge, F. Pettie, and Simson (skip), 23 Wilson, Alalcolm, R. Crawford, and AVitty (skip) beat Eure, W. Pettie, Brownlee, and Bullock (skip) 32—23; Pavitt, G. Aliller, Powell, and Preston (skip) beat E. Lewis, 11. Lewis, Alorgan, and A. Alorgan (skip) 24

In the Handicap Pairs match, in tho semi-final, Redstone and AV. It. Clarkson (9 pts) beat T. Clarkson and T. A. Crawford (scr) by 33 to 20, and remain in the final.

TURANGANUI CLUB

Tho above green was well attended by members on Saturday afternoon, and a number of friendly games were played. The rinks were in perfect order, running very keen. Tho second round of the. Handicap Singles was commenced, Air. G. Nasmith, junr., boating AV. Ratclift'e by three points after a close and exciting finish. Ratcliffo secured 3on the first head, and on the 3rd head led by 7 to 1. Nasmith, playing well, recovered .lost ground ,and was only 1 point behind on tho sth head. His opponent maintained his lead until the 17th head Was reached, when Nasmith drew level, the scores at this sta"e being 14 all. On the next head Itatcliffe scored 2, and Nasmith replied with a 1 and a 3, and securing the shot ou the last head won by 19 to 16.

AUSTRALIAN TOURNAMENT. United Press Association—Copyright. (Received April 19, 5.48 p.m.) SYDNEY, April 18. The bowling tournament started in disagreeable weather. The early part of the clay was fine, but there was a strong wind in the afternoon and drizzling showers. The greens having championships played are: Ashfield, Petersham, and City greens. At the Citv greeh, Chegwm and Finlay were knocked out in the first round, Bunting, Bishop, and Johnston beating their opponents. In the second round AVaddrll easily disposed of Johnston (Sydney) by 21 to 12. Thompson, Neavo, and Broad went, under. Johnston heat his opponent comiortal.lv in that' round. Waddell was beaten by Kelly (Victoria) hy 21 to 18 after a good contest. At Ashfield, Alanning, Coltmnn, Smith, and AlcGibbon were -beaten in the first .round, while Bentley, Ham, Alluutt and Wallace won their games. In the second round Hain,. AA allace, and Bentley wore successful. „ At Petersham, "Bastings and Coidfjtonc won in the first round, while Scoullar, Martin, and Stubberfield were defeated. In the second round Bastings succumbed, while Goldstone. won' a place in the second and third rounds.

Tho finals will bo played on tho Citv green on Monday. (Received April 19, 4.13 p.ni.) In tho semi-finals at Petersham, AVaxiunu (Victoria) beat Goldstono by 21 to 12. , , , At tho City green, Johnston was knocked out in tho fourth round. ■ 'Wallace is tho only New Zealander remaining in the fifth round. A conference of tho Bowling Association was held with a viow of securing uniformity iutlio rules of tlio gamo. On tho motion of Air. Waddell it was decided that tho maximum lengths of green bo 120 foot. The minimum was fixed at 110 ft. AA’itli regard to tho size of the mats, it was decided that tho maximum, bo 54 inches by 22 inches, and tho minimum 36 inches by 15 inches. Reference was made to the method of delivery from the mat, and Air. AVaddell stated that the New Zealanders would fall in with any reasonable proposal on the part of tlio Australians. On the question of testing bowls it was stated that there was a want of uniformity throughout Australasia, and it was resolved that- the standard of genuine bowls be fixed by the various associations. In connection with mat blocks it was arranged that all bowls that dill not pass 20ft from that lino should be 'removed from the green.

CRICKET. EDEN V. THURSDAY REPRESENTATIVES. , To-day. at 10 a.m., if the weather permits, the visiting Eden Club will meet tho Thursday representatives on the Victoria Domain. Tho following is the local team: J. Lang, J. H. AVaek, W. H. AVack, B. C. Baxter, C. Brown, D. Miller, O. R. Olsen, R. Emanuel, Dnrgan, J. Bowman, and S. Roderick. To-morrow the final match of the tour will be played, when the visitors meet a local eleven, consisting of the following players: A r alhuic"o, Bowman, Gorman, Dargan, Young., Lasker, Marker, F. Bourke, Charles, Sharpies, and Whyte; emergencies, Reynolds and Pine.

QUEENSLAND V. NEAV SOUTH AYALES. United Press Association—Copyright (Received Anril 20. 1 a.in.) BRISBANE, April 19. In the final inter-State match of the season Queensland’s first innings yielded 258, Hartigaii 58 and Hayes 98 being the cTiief scorers. New South AA’ales has lost two wickets for 65, Carter not out 33.

RIFLE-SHOOTING. Press Association. AUCKLAND, .April 18. Alajor Robb received the following wire fom Sir Joseph AVard yesterday (Friday): “In reply to your telegram, £SO lias been authorised toward the expenses of Sergeant Friars visit to England.” In addition to this a subscription list has boon at tho Mayor’s office. Air. John Ross, Mayor of Onehunga, has also a subscription list which has boon liberally subscribed to by tho children of Onehunga. The High School intend presenting their school mate with some useful present prior to his departure. Air. Whitney, of the Colonial Ammunition Company has presented the lad with a rifle and a plentiful supply of, ammunition. Sergeant Friar leaves by the Arictoria on Alonday, Atay 4th. and join 3 tho Runic at Sydney. Ho will be accompanied by his uncle, Air. D. Friar of Napier.

ATHLETICS. NAPIER CARNIVAL SPORTS. (Per Press Association.) NAPIER, April 19. " At the carnival athletic sports yesterday, the Sheffield Handicap was won by S. 11. Ma jor (12yds) in 12 1-5 secs., with T. Mclntyre (4yds) a close second. (Snecial to “Times.”) NAPIER, April 19. At the postponed carnival athletic meeting, held yesterday, Air. T. Cahill, a Gisborne runner, was successful in winning the half-mile event. He also ran a good second in the mile.

DRAUGHTS. n.z. chaaipionshipT®" (Per Press Association.) DUNEDIN, April 19. The draughts championship of New Zealand was continued yesterday. Tho following table gives the position of the various players at tho close of Saturday’s play:—Boreham, 9 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws, 10 points; Scott, 6,0, 6,9; Brodie, 6,2, 4,8; Lucas, 4,2, 4,6; Tibbies, 4,4, 4,6; Gardiner, 5, 1 2,6; Hilliker, 3,0, 5, 51;-Murdoch, 3,5, 5,5); Hutton, 3,2, 3, U ;Bruce, 3,6, 3, 4* ; AA r atson, 3,2, I, 31; Jarvis, 0,7, 3, 15; Davies, 0,6, 3, 15; Butterfield, 0,6, .3, 1).

THE TURF. RACING CLUB AT PATUTAHI

A meeting -was held at Patutahi on Thursday "evening to consider the advisability of forming a racing club. Air. AV. Robb occupied the chair, and a large number of gentlemen were present. It was decided to form a club, and to apply to the trustees of the Patutahi domain for permission to race in the -reserve. If permission is granted a programmo will bo issued without delay.

A.R.C AUTUMN MEETING. Press Association. AUCKLAND, April 18. The Auckland Racing Club’s Autumn Aleetiug commenced to-day in fine weather. There was a largo attendance. Results: Tradesmen’s Handicap, one mile and a quarter: Delegate 8.6, 1; AA roodhey 7.1, 2; Lord Seaton 7.2, 3. Also started—iScotty 8.10, Carl Rosa 8.9, Swc-et Alice 8.5, Syren 7.1, Starina 6.13. AYon by a neck. Time, 2.1.1. Brighton Hurdle Race, two miles: Ranana 9.0, 1 ,-Dolores 10.4, 2: Lady Huhe 10.11, 3. Also started : Cuiragno 11.9, Hautanu 11.3, Le Beau 10.11 Oinati 10.2, Good Faith 9.0. Won

by three lengths. Time, 3.47 2-5 Northern Champagne Stakes, six furlongs: Aborigine 8.7, 1; Master Sou It 8.10, 2; Diabolo 9.10, 3. Also started —Cumwell 8.10 Chanteuse 8.8, AA r on by two lengths. Time, 1.16 4-5. Easter Handicap, one mile : 'Air. J. It. AlcDonald’s Gold Crest 9.0, 1; Air J. Roiilston’s A T eronica 7.12, 2; Hon. J. I). Ormond’s Dawn 8.0, 3. Also started —Alarguerite 9.4, Master Relaval 8.8, Uhlando 8.7, King Billy 8.6, Alahitta 8.5, Uranium 8.2, Soultlino 7.11, Celtic 7.9, Leona tor 7.9, Te Arolia 7.5, Advocate 7.3, Ruanaralia 7.1, Certainty 6.13, Lady Rohina 6.12. AVon by half a length, three-quarters of a length separating the second and third horses. Time, 1.40.

Eden Handicap, seven furlongs: Alaliono 6.13, 1; Taitoto 6.12, 2; Loch Buhie 8.7, 3. Also started —Tui Cakabau 8.1, Laiullock 7.8, Alanapouri 7.7. AVaihuka 7.4. AVon by a half a-head. Time, 1.48 1-5. Victoria Handicap, live furlongs: Suffragette 7.10, 1; Diamond Star 8.8 2; Jena 6.10 3. Also started: llarata 8.0. Talenitcher 7.12, AYainr.ingu 7.8, Coromandel 6.3, it ini lock 6.10._ Won bv three-lengths. Time, 1.3 1-5. ‘Nelson Handicap, seven furlongs: Epsom Lass 7.5, 1; Auldearn 8.4, 2: Alark Time 8.3, 3. Also started— Freenionnt 9.0, Royal Soul-; 812, Clochette 8.8, Aristrocat 8.7, First Gun 8.7, Cadence 8.6, Tui 8.5, W aiotahi 8.4, Baltimore 8.4, Cyrano 7.11, Lira 7.10, Escamillo 7.7. Won by a head. Time,l.29 3-5. Tramway Handicap,SJiirlongs: Auss Winnie 8.‘7, I ; AVaucliope 7.4, 2; Noterino 7.0, 3. Also started—-Black and Gold 8.3, Taimanupo 8.2, Loonguna BA. G.ihl AVife S.O, Finery R.O. North i lead 7.13, Alaraiigai 7.8, Foremost 7.-1, Kjrsty 7.3, Frederick 7.2,

ITnUlano 0.11, AVailioihoi G.il . AN on by u neck. Time, 1.2 J-osee. _ lho meeting will bo continued on Monday. A.J.C. AUTUMN MEETING. Unitod Press Association —Copyright. (Recoived April 19, 5.<18 p'.ra.) SYDNEY, April 18. First Hurdle Rnco, 2J miles.—. Towel Case 1. AVesterin 2, Rod Fly 3. Tlioro wore olovon starters. AVon by a short longtli. Time, smin Cisco. Autumn Stakes, 11 miles.— lartan 1, Dyed Garments ( 2, Peru 3. Jhoro wore seven starters. Won by throe lengths. Time, 2tnin 39J.see. Sires Produce Stakes, G furlongs.— Malt Queen 1, Mother Goose 2. Emits 3. There were ten starters.. Won by a length. Time, lmin loser. Doncaster Handicap, 13 miles.—Togo 1, Legation 2, Absentee 3. All the twenty-four acceptors started. Tho race was run in a. heavy storm ol wind and rain. Fille Fogi was first away, and was attended by Deeolletto and Legation, and the latter had ehargo at tho five furlongs. Decollete

A.J.C. AUTUMN MEETING. Unitod Press Association —Copyright. (Recoived April 19, 5.48 p.m.) SYDNEY, April 18. First Hunllo Rnco, 2) miles.—. Towel Case 1. AVcsterin 2, Rod Fly 3. Thero were olovon starters. AVon by a short longth. Time, Gniiii 6{sec. Autumn Stakes, 1 j miles.— Inrtan 1, Dyed Garments ( 2, Peru 3. J novo wore seven starters. Won by throe lengths. Time, 2min 39Jsce. Sires Produce Stakes, G furlongs.— Ala It Queen 1, Mother Goose 2. Emita 3. There wero ton starters. AVon by a length. Time, lmin loser. Doncaster Handicap, 1:1 miles.—Togo 1, Legation 2, Absentee 3. All the twenty-lour acceptors started. Tho race was run in a heavy storm of wind and rain. Fill© Fogi was first away, and was attended by Decolletto and Legation, and the latter had cliargo at the five furlongs. Dncolloto joined Legation at tlio homo turn. The latter was the first to enter tho lino for homo, closely followed by Lord ALei'v, At tho Leger stand Togo headed Legation, and drew away and won by four lengths. Time, lmin 42isec. ‘ A.J.C. Leger, 1$ miles.—-Mountain King 1, AVelcome Trist 2, Duke of Clarence 3. The only starters. Tho race was run in a heavy rain. Afountnin King was first away, but, AVelcomo Trist took charge opposite the stand. This order was maintained for over a mile, and the pace was slow. Afountain King -then went to tlio front and won by six lengths, with twenty lengths between second and third. Time, 3min 14-jsec. High-AA’eight' Handicap, G furlongs. —Croat 1, Bush grove 2, Noble Lad 3. Twenty starters. AVon by a length and a half. Time, lmin 17sec.

COURSING. » HUTT COURSING AIEETING. Press Association. AVELLINGTON, April 19. Tho Ilutt A’alley Coursing Club opened ’ its meeting yesterday, when tho first and.second rounds of the Maiden Stakes wero decided. Tho final rounds and a consolation take place to-morrow.