FAIRLIE

Timaru Herald, Volume CXLIII, Issue 20851, 6 October 1937, Page 4

FAIRLIE

LAST NIGHT'S CYCLE RACE Public interest in the Fairlie Cycle and Athletic Club's road races was maintained last night, and there was a considerable crowd of spectators to witness the start and finish of the second race of the season, which was run to Kimbell and back, the distance being 10 miles. There were 17 entries and the results were:—J. Dixon (3Smin.), 31min. 33sec., 1; B. Whyte (4lmin.), 31min. 43sec., 2; G. Siegert (4Jmin.), 31min. 46sec., 3; G. Metcalf (Rangitata) (tain.), 28min. 31sec.. 4. Fastest time—A. Allen (Geraldine). 27 min. 47sec., 1; E. B. Taylor, 28min. 21sec., 2.

During the absence of the riders In the main race, a special event for children was staged, in the form of a cycle race run over a distance of two miles. Results were:—D. Cameron 1, M. Edward 2, D. Matheson 3, S. Cuthill 4.

FLOWER SHOW From the interest being shown in the St. Stephen’s Flower Show to be held on Friday, the fixture this year promises to create a record both for quality and number of exhibits. An additional challenge trophy has brought the list up to seven; Mrs B. S. M. Slow has presented a cup for narcissi in the children's section. Mr T. D. Burnett's silver billy carries an inscription to the effect that it is presented by ‘‘Hamish Ruand” (Red-headed Tom), and as a novel trophy, should encourage considerable competition. The committee is making a special effort to include an attractive amusement section.