Jackson challenged all comers to 4 simultaneous display and by way novelty not only conceded the ure of the white pieces on every cond board, tut also played the ves alternately, After some two and a half hours' strenuous work, the tw simultaneous players had resedea in winning eight games, while they had lost seven and drawn two on 17 boards, While this performance was go-messrs. -Koshnitaky and. red an exhibition game in which both were blindfolded, and during which neither saw the Loard or pieces. Mr. Fyland secured the verdict in an interesting Fame which will be published to-
'The official opening passed off very' satisfactorily, and lovers of the game can rest assured of being to enjoy their favourite pastime the congenial surroundings of the new premises—the second floor ut No. 11 Siking Road.
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