Gibson, President of the Dillards Assocation of Shange presided at an extraordinary Eeteval mooting of the Assosiotiog was held on, Tuesday evening. There were also present at the meeting several representatives of Shanghai clubs and Messrs, G. Craigie Ross H. Golbourn, C. D, Komaroff, C. C. Reneman, George Gray, R. Phillips, J, W. Prince, 8. Shirvington, W. A. Pennell, W. 'G.'Clark and Captain M. Barrett.
The President explained the reason for calling the meeting. They wished, he said, to revive the old spirit of the Association. Started in 1912, the Association had been a suc ce but interest was fading somewhat. The Association was inaugurated with the object of fostering the green cloth game in general and assisting professional billiards players on their occasional visits to Shanghai, In. that they had been. successful, In fact, the Association had done its share in regard to professional players in the Settlement.
After his introductory speech the President stated that the accounts. had not yet been turned over by the auditors, but the assets of the Association amounted to $800, anc in addition, they had two y ply of stationery ete, as well billiard table, and other property.
con the question of accounts ident proposed that Mr. King be appointed hon, secretary and treasurer. Mr. King was unanimous ly appointed.
Referring to the championship, the President told the meeting that only seven entries had been received, and after some discussion it was decided that the closing date for entries should be extended for a week. It was also decided that the championship should be played off in the Town Hall, and that Mr. George Gray be ce-opted on the committee in an advisory capacity to ensure that the—Association's table is in fit condition at the tim of tha competition. south room in the Town Hall is available on March 26, the first match will be played on that date.
To control Junior Championship and League games a sub-committee was appointed consisting of Messrs. Richardson, Griffiths and Craigie Rons.
Mr. George Gray brought forward the question of affiliation with the Home body, and he was empowered to deal with the matter.
The meeting concluded after Mr.
A, Pennell had been elected Vice= President of the Association.
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