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Evening Post, Volume CXII, Issue 104, 29 October 1931, Page 21

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Touxnaanent Fixtures for 1031-32.

Manawntu (I'almerston North), 26th November; North Island (Palmerston North-)* 6th January; Dominion (Wanganui),' 10th January; Wellington (Hutt), 2nd .February; English Gold and Silver Medals (Hastings), March; Hawkes Bay Tourney (Hustings), March.

Secretaries of clubs are asked to semi in items of intercut to croquet players for insertion in this column. Inquiries as to rules, etc., will bo answered as far as possible. Correspondence should reach this office Jjot later than Monday of each waek and -should bear the "writer's name and address as mD as norn tie plume. For many years croquet was played only by & leisured few, but now each year tho game is becoming more popular, and at present the Wellington district can claim 24 clubs affiliated to the association. It is" certainly a. splendid outdoor game which can bo enjoyed particularly by those past tho energetic "lawn tennis" stage, although during tho la«t year or two quite a number of yourtger people have joined the ranks, and, as is natural, youth has made rapid strides and proved worthy opponents- for the more experienced players. This is all for the good of the game, as is also the advent of gentlemen players, who appear to have the "billiard" sense or touch. It is a wellknown fact that croquet is not only an interesting game, but a most, scientific one. This year's croquet annual shows a large increase of players. Int.or-Club Matches. in the Wellington district interest is at present centred round the inter-club matches, tbo first round of which was played last Tuesday. The following were the results, the score of the first-men-tioned club being given first in each instance: — A Grade: Hataitai v. Eastbourne, at home 25-26, away 26-17; Hutt v. Waimarie (2), at home 26-12, away 22-20; ■Kelburn v. Wellington (1), at home 23-' 26, away 26-21; Waimarie (1) v. Wellington (2), at home 26-15, away 26-23; Hacromai v. Kelburn (3), at home 20----26, away 10-26. Intermediate Grade: Hutt v. Karori, at home 24-26, away 23-2(3; Island Bay v. Kolburn, at home 26-17, away 20-26; Waimario v. Eastbourne, at home 20-17, away 20-11; Woburn v. Hataitai, at homo 26-23, away 26-20; Lyall Bay v. Mt. Victoria, at home 9-26, away 20-25; Wellington v. Ngaroma, at homo 13-26, *way 26-17. B Grade: Mt. Victoria v. Eastbourne, at home 17-26, away 20-26; Waimarie v. Seatoun, at home 18-26, away 16-26; Ngaio v. Island. Bay, at home 11-26, away 23-2G; Central v. ' Kdlburn, at home IS-26, away IS-26; Ngaroma v. "Wellington, at home 26-14, away IS-26; Woburn v. Karori, at home- 20-23, away 16-13; Hataitai won by default from Lyall Bay. Draw for Second Kouud. Tie following is tho draw for the second round of inter-club matches to 2>e played next Tuesday: — A Grade: Kelburn (1) v. Waimarie (2), Haeremai v. Wellington (2), Hataitai v. Hutt, Eastbourne v. Kelburn (2), Waimarie (1) v. Wellington (1). Intermediate Grade: Island Bay v. -Karori, Waimarie y. Kelburn, Woburn •v. Etstbourne, Lyall Bay v. Hataitai, Wellington v. Mt. Victoria, Central v. Ngaroma, Hutt v. Upper Hutt. A Grade: Kelburn (1) v. Waimarie Eastbourne v. Ngaio, Seatouu v. Central, Island Bay v. Ngaroma, Kelburn

v. Woburn, Wellington v. Hataitai, Karori v. Khaiidallah. Mount Victoria Municipal. The members of the Mount Victoria Club held a sports day last Saturday, but unfortunately tho enjoyment of outdoor play was somewhat marred by :i bitterly cold southerly wind. The guest of honour for the iifternoon whs Mrs. E. Short, a founder of tho club, and by whose financial aid tho lawns wore tirs!; started. In a happy speech Mrs. Cliirnsidu (president) introduced Mrs. Short to new members, aud expressed the club's appreciation of lior efforts in assisting to form die club. The president also mentioned that Mrs. Short was again showing interest in the club by presenting a handsome silver cup for competition in tho B grade. Tho members showed their gratitudo by according the donor a hearty ovation. A happy incident of the afternoon was the presentation of a handbag to Mrs. Chirnside from the bridge players who had accepted her hospitality during the winter months. The winner of the aggregate score for bridge was Mrs. Cleary, who received a dainty sandwich set. The winners of the competitions played during the afternoon were: Mrs. Lamb, fronch; Mrs. M'Gill, target; Mrs. Cleary, clock; Miss M'Kertzie, angles; Miss E. Boyee, take off. Karori Municipal. A very enjoyable time was spent on the Karori lawns on Monday last, when members held their sports day. Various competitions were- eagerly contested, the winners being as follows: Mrs. Bradnock, Ben., golf; Mrs. Johnson, angles; Miss Saunders, take off; Mrs. Kearney, hoop; Mrs. Lewis, bobs; Mrs. M'Gowan, french; Mrs. Koenan, ladder. Hataitai Municipal. Mrs. F. G. Thomas entertained members of the Ha.taitai Club at >n. reception and afternoon tea in the club house 011 Friday last, tho celebration being in honour of the advent of a granddaughter. There were few absentees, and ..11 spent an enjoyable time. In tho absence of the president. (Miss Wallace), Mrs. Brighting proposed the. health of Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Groves and her baby daughter, and iv extending very hearty congratulations from tho members expressed their appreciation of Mrs. Thomas's hospitality. Mrs. Thomas suitably replied, and festivities were brought to a, close with musical honours. Tho club has been fortunate iv having presented to 3t a trophy to be won by the player making the most number of breaks over sis in any game pla.ycd during the season. As this club has only two greens and an overflowing membership, they have approached the City Council for an additional lawn immediately above those now iv use, and it is understood that their request will be granted on the completion of tho newly-made reserve. Waimaris Olub. A very pleasant, day was spent by members of the Waimarie Club last Tuesday, when a special sports day was held. Tho president (Mrs. Haraan) opened the proceedings by wishing members a happy and successful season. The competitions played during the afternoon were won by: Mrs. Savage, take off; Mrs. Hughes, consolation; Mrs. Walker, angles; Mrs. Exton, consolation; Mrs. Parker, break (senior division); Mrs. M'Donnld, break (junior division); Mrs. Cameron, golf;

v. Woburn, Wellington v. Hataitai, Karori v. Khaiidallah.

Mrs. Johnson, french; Mrs. Troups, special competition. Ambulance Day.

The Wellington Club intend holding a gala day on their lawn.s next Wednesday in aid of tho Wellington Free Ambulance. Quite a number of competitions havo been arranged, and an invitation has been extended to members from other clubs to be present. Given fine weather the funds for this worthy object should be considerably increased. ■ ■

Answers to Correspondents,

"Enquirer." —Should your opponent win the toss and choose either first or second play, you have tho choice of balls. Should she, however, choose balls you can say whether she is to play lirst or not; in other words, you hnvo the choice of lead.

"Tico." —A tico is generally two balls placed, in such a position that tho opponent is tempted to shoot at them when it would bo better to play to her own partner's ball. "C." —The best way to improve your play would be to practice each day the different shots shown to you by your A players, and after becoming fairly proficient play a game with a more.advanced player.