Nine swimmers elected to walk the goosy pole, all in costume, and they produced no small amount of fun, the costumes being graceful or fantastic according to the point of view of the spectator. H. N. Olsen made his debut as a gentlemen of Japan, while E. J. Brown, who came next, was dressed to represent "Shuvver," the popular Chinese cox of the club. J. E. Law cut an airy figure as " Night," the costume being mainly pyjamas, and W. J. Gande was attired as the good man that he The most artistic effect of all was produced by N. G. Beale who came as Black and White charming study in collar, tie, waistcoat and bathing costume, and doubtful whether his attire received all the consideration from the judges to which it was entitled. His walking of the pole was an entertainment in itself, and in winning the prize for this he fully deserved it. C. H. Rutherford was announced as " Bonnie Prince Charlie," and cut a handsome and striking figure in tartans, this winning the prize. W. J. Brown paid a tribute to a well-known member of the club by coming as ''Koo Pun Soap," with suitable regard to embonpoint, while another good shaw was made by C. W. O. Mayne, who was very chaste a clown. For topical originality the palm must be given to R. Schmidt, who appeared ai "Scarlet Runner," the costume being that of the Municipal street-sweepers who have recently made their appearance in striking shades of red. His costume also deserved the attention of the judges, Water Polo.
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