SPORTS AND PASTIMES.

Mataura Ensign, 29 September 1913, Page 9

SPORTS AND PASTIMES.

DRAUGHTS.

By " Checkers." L-* i Sept. 29, 1013. ; SOLUTION OF PROBLEM 61. {By Mr Hugh McKean, Salt Lake City.) Black: 3, 5, 7,16, 20. Ifhite: 14 21, 24, 27, 29. Black to play and win. 7—lo 29—25 6 9 17—14 16—19 14_ 7 10-15 21—17 13-17 14—10 3—lo 25—22 9—13 22—13 19—28 Then 27—23, 28—32, and Black wins. PBjOBLEM No. 62. (By the late J. Wylie.) Hack: 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 15, 18. BLACK.

WHITE. White: 14, 17, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 87, 3i, m. White to play and win. SOLVERS. Correct solution of Problem No. 61 reweired from "Dambrod," Waikaia, and "Amateur," Wyndham. AN GAME. The following is one of a aeries of games contested between J. Gardiner •Australasian champion) and A. McDonald (Westport):— Balloted moves, 9-14, 21-19. Black. McDonald. White, Gardiner. 8-14 22-18 dlo—l9 *23-18 7-10 S4—l9 15—24 23—16 1-5—19 *l4 9 11_15 18_ 9 12—19 *31—27 3 7 92—18 6—13 17—14 19—24 *9— 5 15—24 27—20 11—15 *27—23 31—26 18_ 9 4—B 29—25 24-27 gl— 6 5-14 c3O-26 el 9-24 *l4 9 26-17 J8»-I9a B—ll 25—21 .5—14 6—13 B—ll 25—22 24-28 18—9 17—22 86-22b 10-15 *26-23 27-51 20-16 11-45 21—17 fl- 5 *23—18 7-10 Drawn. Notes by A. McDonald. (a,)— Now a well-known Second Double Corner position. . (b)—A sound line, but perhaps scarcely as strong as the moTe usual 25—22; 11—15, 32—28. etc. (c)—Gardiner introduces something mew here, but it does not appear as ■trong as the orthodox 25—22 or £9-18. (d)— Seems Black's best form of deTetopment. . •' (e) Strong, and at once puts White on the defensive. (f)— Keeping up the attack, I counted on a*, win here, "but it was met exceptionally well by the champion. Any Tariation by White would le*d to disaster. (g) The key-move to draw, which I <did not observe.

THE AUSTRALASIAN CHAMPION

The following is culled from a Westport paper: — We are pleased to announce that Mr James Gardiner, champion draughts player of Australasia, arrived 1 at Westport on Thursday evening and was formally welcomed by his "\s>rshit> the Mayor (Mr A. Leaver) and members of the Westport Chess and Draughts 01-üb. Subsequently the champion gave an exhibition of simultaneous play in the Public Library, contesting 11 opponents a& once, among whom were ,some of the leading players of the district. Previous to the commencement of ■play Mr Gifford (president of the Westport Chess and Draughts Olub) extended a very hearty welcome to Mr Gar•f.iier, pointing out the valuable acmiisition he would be to draughts circles in the district. Mr Gardiner suitably acknowledged the welcome. Play then commenced, the champion moving rapidly from board to board, and in a short »pace of time the boards presented a warlike aspect.' the forces of each being mobilised- in classic military order, displaying 'cute manoeuvres and tactics ■worthy even of the great Napoleon; but lifter the champion broke through the defence of many of his opponents and fcored some very pretty wins. The ■core at the conclusion of play was 19 games played, out of which the champion won 14, lost two and drew three. The exhibition was greatly appreciated by the players and spectators. The champion is to he complimented on the ■plendid skill displayed and good score he made such a strong combination. Mr Gardiner, who is quite a young man, has a brilliant record, having won the championship of New Zealand twice and at the recent tournament held at Gore gained the first prize and championship of Australasia. The champion, who is of a refined and sociable disposition, has already made many friends at Westport.

BOXING.

WELLS DEFEATS MORAN. 8T ILKCTEIC TELEGRAPH COPYRIGHT. PES CNITED PP.JSSB ASSOCIATION. SYDNEY, Sept. 28. Matt Wells gained a verdict on points In 20 rounds against Owen Moran. The winner was heavier, weighing 9st B§lb, compared with 9st l|lb, Moran 's weight: but he owed his victory to hisekill in boxincr. He devoted himself to the scoring o fpoints. Wells was nearly out in the first round.

FOOTBALL.

OTAGO (11) v. SOUTHLAND (10). BY TELEGRAPH. FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT. DUNEDIN, Sept. 28. There was a fairly large attendance to witness the Otago-Southland football match which was played at Carisbrook yesterday afternoon. The Otago team was weakened by the absence of Harris. The same opened sensationally. Fortune failed to convert from a penalty in the first minute and Southland then attacked and passing between Stead and A. McNee.ee enabled the latter to score. Martain ."ailed to goal. J. McNeeco fielded Patterson's kick-off and potted a capital goal, Southland leading by seven to nil with only five minutes gone. Otago then attacked and from a line-out elose to the Southland line Irvine passed to Skinner, who dived over the line. The kick at goal failed. Otago again attacked strongly, and Black following up fast beating Martin ■ scored alongside the .posts. Watson goaled. Grant cleanly fielded and ran strongly before transferring to A McNeece. who scored. The kick at goal failed! Half-time was called with) Southland having a two-point lead. There was even play in the second spell for the first quarter of an hour; then the Otago forwards took charge and completely overran the Southland pack. The Maroons were inside Otago's territory only twice during the remainder of the game. Otago's back play was poor, otherwise they must have put up a large score. From tight play on the Maroons' line Eckhold scored, the game ending: Otago 11 Southland 10

Biggar retired in the first spell owing to an injured ankle and was replaced by Lindsay, Southland being beaten in the scrum after Biggar's retirement.

NATIVES (12) V. AUSTRALIA (9). AUCKLAND, Sept. 27. The final match of the Auckland Rugby Union took place at Alexandra Park to-day in beautiful weather, the game being a benefit match between a New Zealand native team and Australia for Piki, who was hurt during the tour of the Maoris in Australia. The Natives won by 12 to nine. Although the visitors had the better of the opening, the Natives had a temporary advantage, and bore the Australians over the half-way line. After a slight setback the Natives were once again pressing their opponents hard till the ball went out of bounds, and the Natives had tlie throw in. Then Australia came to light, and bearing the Natives before them, Carr drew first blood for Australia. The attempt at goal by Wogan was unsuccessful. Subsequently Takarangi was instrumental in removing the scene of action to Australia's 1 end. Sellars scorwl for New Zealand, but Rogers' kick went astray: * Australia 3, Natives 3. Brisk passing ensued on the Australian goal line; but the defence was solid, and the visitors withstood the attacks. Solid play followed on the visitors' goal-line, but the Natives for all their efforts could not get over. Australia brought tliu ball to the Native end, and Carr goo over near the corner. No goal resulted: Australia 6, Natives 3. Play without incident ensued for a while. Rylands accomplished a neat dodgy run, and crossed the line, Hales'j attempt at adding the major points being unsuccessful; Australia 6 : Natives 6. The Natives acted on the defensive until Carr, from about half-way, effected a fine run, and eluding the opposition crossed the lino. No goal resultied:

Australia 9, Natives 6. If anything Australia had the better of the ensuing play, but the game was somewhat- mediocre. Play continued lard and fast, and both sides played a nice clean game. The Natives had the better of things later on. They did not get the ball so much, however, hut played with renewed energy, and Takarangi got over, no goal resulting:

Australia 9, Natives 9. Towards the close both sides were manifestly getting tired, but the tackling was good, and many a likely-look-ing score was brought to nought. At last the Natives opened out, and a dashing onslaught on Australia's goal commenced, Rylands scoring a brilliant try. Cunningham essayed to convert, but without result, and the final score was: Natives 12, Australia 9. Mr G. Nicholson was referee. WELLINGTON (21) V. WAIRARAPA MASTERTON, Sept. 27. The Wellington representatives easily defeated Wairarapa here on Saturday. The visitors played brilliantly, their passing rushes being excellently carried out, Kirivig (Wellington) giving a brilliant exhibition of line-kicking. Beard scored early for the visitors from a fine passing rush, and two further tries followed in quick succession, Beard getting one and Little one. Drake con-' verted two. The score at half-time was: Wellington 13, Wairarapa nil. i In the second spell the locals played' slightly better; but had no chance with ( the visitors, who played magnificent Rugby. Beard and Ryan -scored tries, Ryan converting one-. Hodge scored from a forward rush for Wairarapa. The final scores were: Wellington 21, Wairarapa 3. NORTHERN DEFEAT TOWN. At Lumsden on Saturday afternoon a j fifteen selected from the clubs of the Northern Sub-Union of Southland met and defeated a Town team by 17 points to five.

The ganie was in. progress but a few minutes (states the 'Southland Times') when with Northern on the attack Lindsay snapped np the ball and fretting the visiting backs out of position ran through and scored an easy try. Immediately following from a home passing movement McJllwrick scored. The remainder of the play was of a very even nature. From a line-out at halfway following the kick-out for the second spell the visitors took the ball across the home line, and a hurried force saved the d&fenders. For a time the country men had all the better of matters, but the rush-stopping of Edmondson held them out. Play eventually came hack to the home 25. Here Town send cross-kicked and it seemed' that a try was certain, but a force was effected in the nick of time. From mid-neld Small (wing three-Quarterl ob-

tained possession, and running strongly along close to touch crossed Town's line near the corner flflag. From the following loose play O'Kane picked up, ran through the opposition and scored. The same player within the next, few minutes touched down again, snd adding the major points brought tie score to 17—0. Sheed was temporarily disabled at this istage through colliding with a goalpost. On resuming the visitors took a hand, and from this on to the final whistle kept the home side busy defending. McKenzie cross-kicked after a good run down the line and the forwards followed fast and obtained possession of the ball. It travelled through several hands, and the movement terminated with Duthie touching down near the corner. McKenzie landed a fine goal as time was called, the final scores standing: Northern 1" points (conyerte'd try and four tries), Town 5 points: (converted try). Mr McLaren, Balfour, was referee.

THE LEAGUE CAME. WELLINGTON (33) v. AUCKLAND (18). WELLINGTON, Sept. 28. The Wellington - Auckland League football match yesterday resulted in a victory for Wellington after a good game, by 33 points to 18. In the first spell Whitley and Bradley scored tries. for Wellington, Campbell converting the former, while Seager and Mitchell got tries for Auckland, Webb putting both over the bar, and the score was: Auckland 10, Wellington 8. In the second spell the home men made tike pace warmer, tries being scored by Spencer, Kelly (two), Bradley and House, George converting four and Campbell one, while for Auckland Murdock and Cook crossed the line, Webb converting one try and failing with the other kick. Mr C. Murphy was referee.

ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL. CANTERBURY (3) v. AUCKLAND (1). CHRISTCHURCH, Sept..27. The last challenge game for the Brown Shield was played to-day between Canterbury and Auckland and resulted in a win for the former by 3 coals to one.

SPORTING

WANGANUI RACES. I'Eit UNITED T'KKPS ASSOCIATION. WANGANUI, Sept. 27. The Wanganui Jockey Club's Spring Meeting was concluded to-day in fine weather and before a 'very large attendance. The totalisator handled £43,517 for the meeting, as against £31,580 last year, an increase of £11.937. Following are the results— Owen Handicap, six furlongs.—Tree Lucerne, 7.13, 1; Postillion, 9.0. 2; Makara, 8.2, 3. All started. Won by a length, three lengths between second and third. Time, lmin 14 3-ssec. Railway Hack Handicap, six furlontrj!.—Dcnisc Orme, 7.12. 1; Rewi Potoe. 8.4, 2; Sunbird, 7.2. 3. Scratched: Kew. 9.4. Won by a length. Time, lmin 15 2-ssec. Brunswick Hurdles Handicap, one mile and a-hr.lf—Timothy, 9.0, 1; Goodwin Park, 11.6, 2; Ngatimaru, 9.11, 3. AH started. Won by 10 lengths. Time, 2min 48soc. Aramoho Hack Hurdles, one mile and a-half.—l Phroso, 11.12. 1; 2 Sampan, 10.5. 2; Daisy Paul. 9.10, 3. Won by a length. Time, 2min 49sec. Hidgie Handicap, oe mile and a-qnar-ter.—4 Peroneal. 8.5, 1; 1 Lennta, 8.3, 2; 3 Byron, 8.8, 3. In a fine finish Peroneal prevailed by a nose, Byron a length and a-half away. Time, 2min 9 l-ssec.

[ Moutoa Handicap, one mile 120 yds—- . Austin, 8.8, 1; 3 Draft, 8.10, 2; 4 Kooya, 8.5, 3. Won comfortably by two lengths. Time, Imin 50sec. Marangai Handicap, one mile l]oyds. —2 Bronze. 8.12. 1; 3 Smilax, 8.0, 2; 4 Manawakaha, 7.0, 3. Bronze caught the judge's eve by a good length ahead of Smilax; Manawakaha a fair third. Time, lmin 49sec. St. John's Hack Welter, six furlongs. —2 Kew, 10.4, 1; 1 Tea Terc. 9.3, 2. Kew won by a long neck, Aehilledcs a length and a-half away. Time, lmin 15 l-ssec.

DUNEDIN SPRING MEETING.

OHRISTCHURCH, Sept. 28. The following handicaps have been declared by Mr Henrys for the Dunedin Jockey Club's Spring Meeting:— Handicao Hurdles, 115 sovs, one mile and a-quarter.—Gold Pin 12.9, Coronetted 12.6, Kilmeny 11.6, TJmeraboy 10.13 Cov 10.11, Ribston Pippin 9.10, Cardiff 9.9, Simon Pure 9.6, Margo 9.5, Redwing 9.3, Black and Brown, Jolly Friar, Francesque Combination and Optician 9.0. Mosgiel Handicap of 300 sovs, one mile and a-half.—Tannhauser 9.0, Glenfinnan 8.12, Thrax $.9, The Cornet 8.4, Gapon 8.3, Ladrone 7.9, St. Aidan 7.8, Daringdale 7.7, St. Petersburg 7.5, Rock Ferrv, Mumura, Aphaea and Pure Gold 6.7. ' Electric Handicao of 150 povs, six furlongs.—Soldiers' Chorus 9.13, Sea King 9.5, Oxenhope 9.0, My Lawyer 8.6, Obsono 8.5, Stcpmeter 8.4, Gapon 8.3, Stardaneer 8.2, Specialform 7.12, Teviotdale 7.11, Palisade 7.10, Carolus 7 11,. Martel 7.8, Fender 7.3, Orton 7.2, Kostroma 7.1, Stamboul and Robert Bell 6.8. Malum and Grand Jewel 6.7. Tainioa Handicap of 100 sovs, six furlongs— Gunflasli 9.9, Gold Wave S.ll, Jan 8.10, Sartoze 8.8, Formul 8.4, Fhra McDonald 8.3, Trireme 8.1, United Service 8.0, Otakeho, Giralda and Madama 7.13, Eidelform 7.12, Glenore 7.11. Bon Glenraurich 7.10, Bed Pennon and.Lady Mareia 7.9. Pride of Clutha and Le.iiling Lady 7.8, Optimeform, Sauci, NgsPiina. Joan, Volspeil, Kazan, Brooksdale. Sentry, Chudic, St. Ilario gelling, Ladv Lowburn, Alton Loch, Kini, Hlarity filly 7.7. October Welter of 125 sovs, one mdp. —Bulletin and Thrax 10.9. MediilKt ,9.13. Carolus 8.9, Czar Kolohol. Glenowl and St. Petersburg 9.4. Rock Feriv 8.13, Britain Crown 8.10, Wild and Whizz 8.2. Pure Gold, Mere. M* huri, Rongahere, Leading Lady and Ada Merling 8.0.