Hanlan v. Teemer.

Te Aroha News, Volume V, Issue 221, 24 September 1887, Page 4

Hanlan v. Teemer.

More than 15,000 persons saw the HanlanTeemer race at Toronto, Ontario, on August 13. There was no betting to speak of, everyone wanting to beb on Hanlan. Teemer's few friends hung back, unless they gob long odds, and even at that there were few bets made. Odds of 300 to 200 on Hanlan were repeatedly offered, but there were no takers. Afc 6.05 the race began. Teemer shot ahead, pulling 33 strokes to Hanlan's 32. Amidst intense excitement, he forged ahead, and was soon leading Hanlan by nearly two lengths. He kept ahead, pulling a strong, vigorous, and steady stroke, and although Hanlan did his level best, he could not get in line with him. When about a mile had been covered, Teemer went slightly out of his course, but quickly discovered his mistake. Hanlan kept straight for his buoy^and at this time it was thought he was leading j but when

Teemer regained his course those who - thought so were quickly undeceived. At the turning buoy,' both went too far sou,th, and Teemer struck his buoy, which lost him a few strokes. He turned five seconds ahead of Hanlata, who lost ground by going so far south, and on the home stretcn Teemer led by three lengths! Teemer afc the time was pulling 34, and Hanlan 29 strokes. About 200 yards past the turning buoy a yacht accidentally fouled him,andhe lost a few strokes. About 500 yards from the finish Hanlan appeared to make a final effort, but it was no use, Teemer kept the lead, and finished two lengths ahead. The official time given is 19 minutes 26 seconds, although some persons made it from 19 minutes 31 seconds to 19 minutes 34 seconds. There was little or no cheering at the finish. The people seemed thoroughly disappointed and amazed at the result. So ended the great race, making John Teemer champion of America.