Mr. Brenan, seconded by Mr. Detring, in a brief but feeling speech proposed: "That there be entered in the Minute Book a note recording the great sorrow with which the members of this club received the news of the death of an old and esteemed member, the late Mr. W. Forbes, who throughout his long
of the sport and an honour to the Club." racing career was a thoroughgoing supporter This resolution was passed in silence, every one rising in his place.
A vote of thanks to the Chairman was carried by acclamation on the motion of Messrs. Brenan and Detring.
Avstracr Account or Receipts AND EXrENDITURE, 1892, Tis.
Particulars, By Balance brought forward Recoveries...
Members' Subscriptions and Entrance Fees. 686.00 Entrance Fees,—Spring and Autumn Meetings.—2,920.00 Donations and Prizes presented... '810.50 Commission from Lotteries Commission from Totalisator Commission from Sweeps Sale of Books and Tickets Interest,—Hongkong & Sh Banking Corporation Particulars, Tis, To Prizes,—Spring and Autumn Meeting 4,459.58 Commissions, Wages, &e. 304.40 Rent for Course 600.00 Printing and Stationery. 246.04 Band Hire, &e.. i 74.90 Entertaining Official Guests 8.40 Hire of Lyceum Theatre 42.00 Sundries 50.76
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