HIBERNIAN SOCIETY’S SPORTS.

New Zealand Times, Volume XXXIII, Issue 5326, 23 April 1878, Page 3

HIBERNIAN SOCIETY’S SPORTS.

The "Wellington Hibernian Society held their second annual gathering in Mr. Parker’s paddock at the Lower Hutt yesterday. The society, to the number of about 100, headed by their band, formed in procession in Boulcott street, and marched te the railway station, leaving by the 9.40 a.m. train. This was the first public appearance of the band. The sports were well patronised by residents in the district and visitors from town. Although there had been no prearranged programme, a series of events was got up, for which there was no lack of competitors. A ring was pegged out, and notwithstanding the rough nature of the ground the races were run in very good time. The maiden race was run in three heats. Askew being the winner, and Sievers second. Several scratch matches at football were got up among members of the society, who were conspicuous by their green sashes, and there was kiss-in-the-ring for the young folk. Dating the day the band played musical selections, which tended in no small degree to enliven the gathering. The Bight Keverend Bishop Redwood was present during a portion of the day. The following are the winners of the various events:—

Maiden Race.—Askew, 1; Sievers, 2. In the first heat Askew was first and Farley second ; in the second heat Sievers was first and Morris second, and in the third heat. Askew was first and Sievers second. Boys’ Race.— McKenzie, 1. There were four competitors. Running Hop, Step, and Jump.—O'Sullivan, 1, There were nine entries, Sullivan covering 38ft. Hibernian Handicap, 250yds.—Fox, 1 ; S. Driver, 2 ; Morris, 3. Irish Jig and Reel.—J. O'Sullivan and J. Kelleher equal. There were six entries, and the prize money was divided. Hibernian Handicap, 100yds.—Fox, 1 ; J. Morris, 2 ; Simpson, 3. Patting the Stone.—P. Daly 1, Walsh 2. Hibernian Handicap, 400 yards.—Simpson, 1; Brighton, 2; Morris 3. The sports were brought to a termination in time to allow the visitors from town to return by the 5.15 train.