The Archive · 1922

LAWN BOWLS

Junior Golf Club Closing Day The Shanghai Junior Golf Club held their closing day on Sunday last under the most pleasant auspices. The groan was in excellent condition although a trifle heavy after the recent heavy rains and a good crowd was present including many ladies. A special competition was arranged for ladies which attracted quite a number of entries, There was also a competition of drawing to the jack open to all which was won Mr. G. B. Stormes. At the conclusion of the games the season's cups and prizes and also those won on that day The Shanghai Clay Pigeon Club championship for 1922 was decided on Sunday in the presence of a large number of visitors. Conditions for the event were excellent, a bright and clear atmosphere and an absence of wind being very favourable to good shooting. Contrary to expectations, however, scoring was not exceptionally high. The handsome trophy was won by Mr. H. H. Read, who with a total of 90 beat his nearest opponent by five points. This is the fifth occasion on which Mr. Read has gained championship honours, and his success was very popular. He received the cup and congratulations from the President of the Club, Mr. J. Ambrose. The principal scores in the competition were

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