This event, which this year w be at catchweights, always appeals to the crowd and a fine d of strength combined with occu timing can be expected. especially as the pull will be one of ten feet. The East Surreys are reported to have been champions of the British for many years at eleven sto pounds and they are more th to give other opposition all t petition required.
The French Forces, S
Surreys have already entered units for the One Mile Invitation Relay (2 x 220 yards, 1 x 440 and 1 x 880), while the U.S. Marines and the Jewish Recreation Club have also signified their intention of competing for this event.
Nine teams have up to the present entered for the Two N
Championship of North C figure that includes four Chinese sides, among which is the powerful Lido unit. Other entries are drawn from the various Brit rench and American Forces stationed here.
Keen competition can be expected in this race, which, in past years. has always been closely fou; The U.S.
Marines are able to on several good runners h Lieut. Funk as the mainstay of the squad will start as favourites to take this very important event
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