The interport Rugby' match between Hankow and Shanghai took place on the 8th instant under mild and sunny weather conditions, Shanghai kicked off. After some strong play on both sides it became evident that the two teams were fairly evenly matched. For some time Shanghai pressed. but through dashing tactics in the loose by tie Hankow forwards, and some fumble ing by Shanghai backs, their opponents worked their way up the field. Some steady play ensued and then Spencer got away. but finding himself unsupporied, was veccived safely into the strong arms of Middleton, the Hankow back. For a short while Shanghai was dangerous, and came very near to scoring. The Hankow pack, however, aided by judicious kicking on the part of their three-quarters, brought play to mid-field. Then areal and proper passing movement—almost the first of its kind—resulted in King getting over the line but unfortunately losing the ball before he touched down.
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