The heavy squall on Saturday afternoon put a decided damper on the match between the Bowling Club and the Police Cricket Club, and ploy, which had, begun in very lively style; fell off considerably on the resumption of the game after the rain had passed off. The Police opened the proceedings, Duncan and Mackintosh being sent to the wickets to face the bowling of Murray and Gratton. Duncan did not remain in long, being sent away I-b-w., when he had made. four. Mackintosh was more fortunate, and being joined by C. Champion carried the score to, 60, mhen play as interrupted by the rain. After that the batting became decidedly weaker, the only-members'of the team to get into double figures being Mackintosh 10, C. Champion 24, and Lyn 17. Two of the best' batsmen usually, Batty and Chilver, were' dismissed with: out scoring and the innings closed for 96 runs. The fielding of the Bowling Club was smart and several clever catches were made.
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