Burnside and F. Jones, m"t on the Lawn Bowls Club ground on Saturday afternoon. The weather condi-day and after on interesting game, which was witnessed by a large number of spectators, victory went to Burnside by 2% to 11.
Burnside was warmly applauded for his win; his play was consistent right through the game, Seisha and before it was half way through, it was apparent that his opponent was beaten. Jones was not at home on the green, and showed much better form in the earlier stages of the championship.
Mr. Jackson, the hon. secretary, called for a break in the match that was being played on the other rin! and announced that the presentation of the trophy and souvenirs would be made by Sir E. D. H. Fraser. Bir Everard amusingly referred to his promise given last year that he would try his skill at the game. He had, however, not been able to do to, but he had great pleasure in being present and handing the cup to the winner. He congratulated Mr. Burnside on his success, and hoped that the championship would be annually contested with the same He also handed the run-
Jackson called for three cheers for Sir Everard Fraser, and also for Mr. Reiber, the donor of the trophy. Those were heartily given, as were also three cheers for Mr.
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