The Archive · 1899

R. M. Campbell, Esq

R. W. Little, Esq — J. Hannen — E. Jones, Esq — Messrs. A. E. Cooper, E. T. Byrne, M. Haynemann, D. Me!

es without saying that the most ing race was the first, the meet-of the International Eights, On the whole, perhaps, the Scutamen were sidered the nest likely winners, after the over the Irish Crew on who heldsuchanticipations were just of them, at any rate, though it is unfortunate that the race was not sailed without re alluded. two lengths he steamer wash, or a exciting finish might have been seen. Anit was, however, it was the closest race of the day. The second race for the Ladies' Prize hind also its mishap, when Rowsen fettled hixoar, but in any ease Camming seemd to have victory in his band, i wax aver the prize ta thewinner wax presented by Mins Gladys Wallace, pressed her pleasure in the occasion y on his suc-reply, thanked Shanghai for their kindness, bition te win On behalf of the Rowing Club he thanked Miss Wallace. It was encouraging to them to nee the Indien ing such an interest in rowing, and it to this encouragement that able to hold its own in all the sports it took up. He presented Miss Wallace Ginally with a bouquet, and called for three cheers for her and for the ladies. The three rema nich to comnn —Tnr. Mencnasts' Phare.—Presented the Merchants of Shanghai. International Fight-Oar Race, Distance, 14 Heat.

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