THE HOLIDAY.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 9383, 24 March 1892, Page 3

THE HOLIDAY.

The anniversary of the province was strictlyobserved as a general holiday, the places of business in town being closed almost without exception—even the chemists' shops were closed until 6 p.m., and fruiterers, refreshment rooms, and hotels only kept open during the day. The weather could hardly have been worse for holiday purposes, but as the people seem to have become inured to wet holidays a fair number declined to pay any attention to the weather. In the morning rain fell heavily, and 'the wind was cold and piercing but the Druids had their sports at Sawyers' Bay, the races were run at Forbury Park, and an excursion train conveyed a number of people to Waihola. The rain fell constantly all morning, and though during the afternoon there were a few gleams of sunshine they were hardly sufficient to raise any false hopes, and the weather continued boisterous and wet throughout the day. With the exception of those who went to the sports, races, or railway excursion, very few people ventured outside their homes, and the streets of the city were, therefore, exceptionally dull and dismal. • DRUIDS' GALA. Although the weather yesterday was very unfavourable for outdoor sports, the Druids held their gala at the Friendly Societies' grounds at Sawyers' Bay. The attendance, however, was not very satisfactory, only between 300 and 400 persons visiting the grounds during the day. As might have been expected, the grass was in a very wet state, and although shelter was afforded from the heavy showers •which fell at intervals during the morning by the_ trees surrounding the grounds and the tents which had been erected inside, it seemed very improbable that those who attended the gala would.be able to find any enjoyment in doing, so. The sports committee would therefore have acted wisely if they had postponed the affair until some more favourable occasion. They, however, evidently thought it better to carry out the programme which had been advertised, and they did so with as little delay as possible, the result being that the sports were concluded shortly after 4 o'clock. It should be stated that the Garrison Band were in attendance at the gala and played several selections at intervals during the day, a number of young folks taking advantage of their music and a permanent fixture, in the shape of a platform, to participate in the enjoyment of a dance. Every person entering the grounds was presented with a ticket, which gave them a chance in an art union, the drawing in connection with which took place in the afternoon under the supervision of the district president (Mr J. M. Gallaway), Mr W. Earnshaw, M.H.R., and his Worship the Mayor (Mr C. R. Chapman). The first three prizes in the art union were presented by the committee, and consisted of a piano, a sewing machine, and a chest of drawers, the winning numbers being 132, 2601, and 4-799 respectively. The details of the sports are as follow: — Juvenile Druids' Eace, 220 yds. First prize, .football, jersey, to measure; second, pair of slippers. Ten entries—J. Burgess 1, W. Bryan 2, F. Annan 3. Druids' Anniversary Handicap. First prize, L 5; second, LI 10s; third, 15s. Ten entries—First distance, 120 yds: W. Skitch, syds, 1; T.Davidson, 6|yds, 2; A. M'Kay, Biyds, 3. Second distance, 220 yds: A. Harrison, 10yds, 1; W. Skitch, syds, ?tV l A Davidson, 6£yds, 3. Third distance. 440 yds: W. G. Binme, syds, 1; T. Davidson, O^yd's, 2; A Harrison, lOydis, 3. Result—W. Skitch (9 points) 1; A. Harrison andT. Davidson (7 points), "equal; W. G. Binnie (6 points), 3. Girls' Race. First prize, box" of handkerchiefs; second, pair of ladies' shoes—Mary Pollock 1, Acnes Dick 2. One-mile Walking Race. First prize, LI 10s; second, 15s; third, a hat of the value of 10s 6d. Four entries—J. Alexander, 120 yds, 1; W. Dunn 80yds, 2; J. M'Court, scr, 3. Druids' Race, 440 yds. First prize, trophy of the value of LI Is ; second, a cheese of the value of 10s fid—R. Pryde 1, A. Lamb 2. Yoirnis' Walking Race. First prize, silver medal of the value of 15s (id; second, a pair of slippers of the value of ss. Three entries—R. Wilson 1, J. M'Redowney 2. Djiuids' Race, of 220 yds, for Druids over 40 years of age. First prize, a sucking pig; second, a ham. Eight entries—J. Stewart 1, A. Lamb 2, T. Nina 3. _ Single Ladies' Race, 220 yds. First prize, a silk parasol; second, a pair of ladies' shoes—Sarah Watt 1,- Rose Lloyd 2. High-Jump. First priae, 10s; second, ss. Four entries—J. Davidson 1, A. Harrison 2. • One-mile Handicap. First prize, L 2; second, LI; third, lOs-G. Binnie, scr, 1; A. Harrison, 70yds, 2; R. Forsyth, 70yds, 3. The other starter was J. M Court, who had a handicap of 40yds. CHEMISTS' PICNIC. The weather somewhat marred the pleasure of the Dunedin and suburban chemists' second annual picnic, which took place yesterday at Waitati. Notwithstanding the uncertain state of the however, a party of between 60 and 70 ladies and gentlemen left in a number of drags for Blueskin. On arrival a programme of sports was carried out, and the events provoked keen competition for the many handsome prizes. Mrs Colehan, the hostess of the Saratoga Hotel, provided a capital dinner, which left nothing to be desired. Mr Elder (chairman of the Otago Pharmaceutical Association), apologised for the absence of Mr S. S. Myers, Mr T. M. Wilkinson, Mr Isaac, and others. The following is the prize last:— Hop, Step, and Jump. Prize, silver-mounted pipe.—T. Carroll 1. Young Ladies' Race. Prize, purse.—Miss Duttonl. 120 yds Handicap Flat Race. First prize, E. i t??1^ i>? e£? nd,? ri,zei breakfast cruet (presented by MrG. M. MarshaU).-First heat: R. G. Waldie. I;T^ WkJ e ' 6yds, 2; time, Msec. Second heat: J. Alexander, byds, 1 ; C. Morton, 10yds, 2; iV me t ' n J' ssec ,\ Fmal heat: Alexander 1, Morton 2; time, 14 2-5 sec Combined Race. Prize, toast rack.-Miss Austin and D. Low 1. Half-mile Flat Handicap. First prize, breakfast cruet; second prize, pair vases (presented by Messrs D. Benjamin and Co.)-J. Thompson, 15yds, 1; J. C. Scott 17yds, 2; J. Alexander, scr, 3. Thompson won by about 10yds, while Alexander was two yards behind the second man Seniors' Race Prizes, alarm clock.—Mr A M Loasby 1 Mr A. Low 2. Won on the post after a determined finish. t '£ H£ EE:I: EGCi EJ? T .RAC, B- Prizes, walking sticks.— J. C. Scott and Nicholson 1. Half-mile Walking Handicap. First prize, irameu picture (presented by Messrs Ahfeld Bros.) ; second prize, mounted cane.—E. Graham, 15yds, 1; R. INordon,- 15yds, 2. Time, 4min 55 4-osec. Married Ladies' Race. First prize, basketsecond prize, plague.—Mrs Austin 1, Mrs Johnstone 2. 120 yds Handicap Flat Race (confined to members of the Otago Pharmaceutical Association) Prize, framed picture (presented by Messrs P Hayman and C0.).-T. Johnstone, Byds, 1 • W T M Ferran, 13yds, 2. The Tug-of-War was indefinitely postponed. In presenting the prizes to the successful competitors, Mr Elder said they were highly indebted to Mr T. W. Kerapthorue, Mr B Bagley, Mr G. B. Smith (Burnside),and others for their contributions to the prize fund He regretted that Mr De Maus, who was present, had not an opportunity of taking some photographs of the party owing to the weather. The drags, which were provided by Mr H. Alexander, returned safely to town before 7 o'clock. "A training in cleanliness is a fortune." Complete your education with SAPOLIO. SAPOLIO. SAPOLIO. 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