SCULLING.

Taranaki Daily News, 1 September 1920, Page 3

SCULLING.

BARRY'S LAST WORi). By Telegraph.—Press Assn.—Copyright. Received August 31, 7.15 p.m. Sydney, August 31. Barry, discussing Felton's action, said: "I was sent to Australia to try to bring, back tho championship to England, and make good with ray supporters. I will not row Felton or any other man for the championship honors. lam too old, and feel I could not go through another preparation, and my last words are, so far as I'm concerned: "Felton may have his stake back.'"—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. FELTON WITHDRAWS. Received August 51, 10.10 p.m. Sydney, August 31 Felton has withdrawn all objections to the stakeholder paying the stakes to Barry, stating the reason for his protest was not because of the money, but to show his supporters what he could do. Felton says his grievance is not against Barry, but against the umpire, and concludes wishing Barry good luck.—Aus.-N Z. Cable Assn. ARNST BIDS FOR TITLE. Sydney, August 31. Arnst. having lodged a £IOO deposit In support of his challenge for the world's championship, succeeds to the title within three months should Barry adhere to his decision to retire. The rules provide that the holder must accept within llireo months and must race within six months, or nine if the venue is changed to another country. Kemp won the title from Beach under similar conditions, as also did Charles Towns from his brother George. A forfeit was made in each in-stance.—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn.