A GOOD SUGGESTION.

Evening Star, Issue 16677, 8 March 1918, Page 3

A GOOD SUGGESTION.

TO THE EDITOR. Sir,—A letter in this evening's ‘ Star,’ signed by A. Lawrence, puts ronvard a very good idea for raisin;: lands inr " the boys. Ho suggests that athletic games be_ held, for wi.nii admission to charged. Very good. But while we arc about’ it, why not hold a veterans’ football nm-ten. cither “Rugger” or Association? I’m sure there are plenty of men from 50 to 65 years old from whom two teams ran he chosen, who would give, a display of no mean merit. Looking at the number of people who live to be nearly TOO years old. men of 60 are only boys." Of course, every player must “pass the doctor,” and I am sure all the Dunedin doctors would be ready and willing to give their services. Only the best men ail round iyoukl be selected, and if any of them were in need of boots or jerseys," plenty would ba forthcoming from members of dubs who do not or cannot now play. I am quite sure this can be carried out, and I suggest that all those willing to play send°lu their names and addresses to Mr li. R. Wilson secretary of the 0.R.F.U., and when lie has sufficient to make a game, he could publish the names and the position thev will take, or even publish them as thev come to hand, as an example to others. Personally, though over 62 wars', T fancy I can, after a little training, make a good show as wing three-quarter, and do a fairly fast sprint. I am sure the Caledonian Ground would be packed to see the fun if this idea is carried out. There could be other attractions and side shows too, possibly lasting over two or three days.—l am, etc,, ~ , , Vr - v - Three-quarter. March 6.