The dual swimming contest between the Fourth U.S. Marines and the Chinese Union team, postponed from last Sunday on account of inclement weather, will be staged tonight at the Dale Swimming Pool, Bubbling Well Róad, beginning at 845 p.m.
A total of seven events are put into competition, including 50 metres free style, 100 metres free style, 100 metres back stroke, 100 metres breast stroke, 150 metres medley relay, 200 metres free style relay and diving. Besides these items, there will be some exhibition races by the Chinese girl swimmers.
The contest marks the first appearance of the Marine mormon in competition. against any civil team dr Shanghai this season. Deere, Aikman and Bracken have all entered and are going to lead the service men.
Tickets are sold at 60 cents and $1 and a good crowd is expected.
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