The Archive · 1939

To Begin Shortly

British Service units stationed from time to time in Shanghai have alway been renowned for thei: prowess at almost every game under the sun ani it comes as no surprise to learn that billiards and snooker competitions have been organized for the entire garrison here. Three tournaments have been arranged and play will begin shortly. Details are as follows:

Twelve teams of six members have entered for the Junior Ranks Billiards Competition, each side to play home and away with all other teams, arches to be mutually arranged b. tween units, with the home sid? having the choice of venue. Ten points will be scored for each game won by each individual, The Area Commander has very kindly agreed to provide funds for the purchase of a trophy for annual competition.

Teams entered: 2 East Surreys-

MAS, VES S D" and H. Q, Componies; l/Seaforths-—"A", "B", "C". D" and H. Q. Companies; Area Details and R.A.M.C.

Four in the shape the sides Garrison Sergeants Mess, Last Surrey Sergeants Mess, Seaforths Sergeants Mess and R.A.M.C. Sergeants Mess ye signified their intention of entering for the Sergeants' Mess Billiards Competition, which will be conducted on lines similar to those outlined above for the Junior Ranks event.

The Union Jack Club, well known for the good work it does among servicemen, has offered to present a cup for annual competition for a Knock-Out Snooker Tournament.

Eight sides have entered for this vent as follows: 2/East Surrey Mess Area Details—Junior Serg less and Junior Ranks and Gar geants' Mess Boxing Tourney Entered By Georgia Legislator

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