H.M.S. NEW ZEALAND.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 10769, 15 May 1913, Page 3

H.M.S. NEW ZEALAND.

SPORTS MEETTXCI AT ADDINGTOX. A LARGE ATTENDANCE. The sports meeting arranged by the local coinniitlv.'e for the men of H.M.S. New Zealand was commenced this afternoon nt the Metropolitan Trotting Grounds in dull weather. A cold wind made matters rather uncomfortable for both spectators and competitors, but otherwise the conditions were all that could, be desired. There was a large attendance of the public, and the various events were got off smartly and punctually by experienced officials. The races and other events were keenly contested, and there were large fields. A majority of the New Zealand's complement were present under Captain Blount. R.M.L.L. and cheered their comrades on to victory with great animation. The ship's band and the Lyttclton Marine, Band plvyed tuneful selections during the afternoon. Amongst those present were tha Hon R. H. Rhodes and. the Mayor of Christehnreh (Mr H. Holland). Colonel (\ J. Cooper. Messrs G. IT. Mason, J. F. Grierson, T. L. Cowhshaw, A. I. Rattray. P. Mcnxies and P. llnrnihrook acted as judges, and Mr F. S. Harlev as starter.

During the afternoon two squads from H.M.S. New Zealand gave a fieldgun display, two twelve-pounder guns being handled in Vi smart and efficient manner. The guns were taken down, reassembled, manoeuvred into various position*, and fired, the displav being imich appreciated hv the spectators. On the call of Hie Mayor, three hearty cheers were Given for the men taking part in the display, and the men were frequently applauded. The following are the results:— 100 yds Flat—Morrit. boy. 1; Thornton, A.8., 3; Howard, bugier, R.M.A., 3; Stafford, lesdmg seaman, 4. A close finish. Sarir Race—First heat: Tapper, stoker. 1; ramicr, boy, 2; Milne, acting bombardier, 3; Talbot, stoker, 4. Second heat: Rankin, leading stoker, 1: Harding, corp. R.M.L.L, 2 Harrington, P. 0., 3:.'Slocinn, A.8., 4. lh:rd best: Stanford, ;leading seaman. 1; Scott, musician., 2; Barrv, A.8., 3; Bourner, RM.L.T, 4. Final: Stanford 1, Barry % Scott 3, Bonnier. 4. 440 yds Relay—H.M.S. Pyramus (Chambers, C.P.0., Gosslin, shipwright, Jarvia, P. 0., Alexander, A.8.) 1, H.M.S. New Zealand No. 1 (Mernt, boy. Harding, bombardier It.M.A., Hayes, musician, Howard, bugler R.M.L.L) 2; H.M.S. New Zealand Ko. 2 (Berry) 3. 100 yds (boys under eighteen yearsV-How-ard 1, Merrit 2, Collins 8. 75yds Petty-Officers—Chambers {Chief Pet-ty-officer) 1. GoflPh'n (shipwright, H.M.S. Pyramus) 2, Harding (bombardier, R.M.A.) 3. Eight started. A close finish. 200 yds Flat—Thornton (able seaman) 1, BRrry (able seaman) % Stansford (leading, seaman) 3. Nine started. A good race. Won by two yards. H.M.S. NEW ZEALAND TROTTING CUP, for horses that can do 3.30 or better. On© milo and a half. Prizes, three soiid silver cups., with a gold medal to the driver of each horse in the race. Mr R. M'Donnell's b m Emmeline, bv Rothschild—lmperialism. 6vrs (Owner) 1 Mr A. G. Wilson's b h Bright, bv Rothschild—Ptarmigan, Oyrs ' (Owner) 3 Mr .Walter Kerr's b g Bellia, by Rothschild—Bellmore, aged (Owner) 3 Mr G. M'Conochie'a br g Aberfeldy, bv Prince Imperial—Kate, aged (J. Tasker) 0 Mr H. F. Nicoll's eh m Gianella, bv Quinrey—Queen V., svrs (A. Pringle") 0 Messrs M-'Millan. and Alpc's ch h Lord Billon, by Harold Dillon—Lady Mab, .. *>"" (R M'Millan) 0 Mr J). Sperce's b g Little Tib, by Flower of Tyrone, Byrs (Owners 0 Mr J. Lorgclly's ch h Lord by Rothschild—Maid Elect, aged *

-r, /-. -n ~ (Owner) 0 Jiir 0.1. Sutton's g m Delia, bv Rothscinld coit—Wildwood mare, oyrs ■*r t -D • . (Owner) 0 Air J. Brice s blk m Jenny Lind, by Callino—Old Jenny, aged (Owner) 0 Jenny Lind went off in front and showed .Lord Dillon with Emnieline moving up fast. At the end' of three furlongs Jennv Lind broke, and Lord Dillou went QU cW o{ •Bellis, who was closely followed by Emmeijne. Passing the stand Lord Dillon was three lengths clenr of Bellis and Ernniehne, with Gianella and Delia two lengths further bscit, _ followed by Bright and Tittle Tib. Kunmn- out of tha straight Lord Dillon broke and lost his place, while a little further on Luimcline took charge, leadhur Bellis by two lengths iato the back stretch, where G-ianella, and Bright were at the head of he others. Bright caught Bellis three furongs from home, but Emmeline easily held her place and won by two lengths from ??£ 'rc^A 6 * 4 Bellis h j? fi ™ lencrths. Little rib and Lord Heathcote were close up followed' by Gianella.

THE ATTENDANCE TO-DAY. An ominous sky and a light drizzling ram from the south gave promise of interfering r with the attendance on board H.M.S. New Zealand this morning. Happily, however, Fate was not so unkind, for at 10 a.m. the weather cleared and every now and again the sun shone brightly over the great massive steel hull of the warship as she lay quietly alongside No. 3 wharf. « /m , y been up to Children's Day," but although over ten thousand of the little ones have seen the cruiser there are yet as many more waiting for a similar opportunity. Lyttelton to-day bore a much brighter holiday attire than on Tuesday. Everywhere one came across hundreds or children, some wandering about on their own, others in charge of teacher's others again hand in hand with their parents. The rush commenced at 9 a.m. and once the gates were thrown open old and young flocked on board the cruiser, and for the three Lours available tin's morning everv corner of the great craft was inspected. There 'were many who had coin? hundreds of miles, and if unable to fully investigate the many pieces of mechanism, they went away well satisfied with a knowledge of the exterior. Yesterday Mr E. U. Just and his staff handled tho Un thousand school children with the utmost precision, but to-day the work was much more arduous and difficult, chiefly owing to the parents interfering with the marshaling arrangements. The difficulties, how over, were got over as smoothly as possible. Up to midday about 5000 people had visited the warship, and it was expected that with the'holiday this figure woulo be considerably increased during the afternoon. " ™ Tliis morning the visitors included the following children from schools in Canterbury: Whitecliffs- Springfield line and Islington-Rollestou 603 Papain 10, Waiau 117. Cass 24. and also bo inmates of the Deaf and Dumb Institute, Sumner. T\ ith the expectation of a biV rush on Saturday and Sunday, the Lvttelton Harbour Board has commenced the erection of a paling fence across the wnole of the wharf. To-night n senrchlieht display will be given by H.M.S. New Zealand. OPEN ON SUNDAY AFTEKXOON. The yessel will be closed to the public on Sunday morning, when divine service will Ik- held, but will bo open to the public from 1.30 to o p.m. THE RANGIORA VISIT. The section of bluejackets of H.M.S. New Zealand who will journey to Pangiora by motor-car to-morrow will make a short stay at Kaiapoi for refreshments. The ears are expected to reach Kaiapoi about lO.io a.m.. and the business places will probably close between H) and 11 o'clock. The Kaiapoi Working Men's Club has extended to the officers and men of the Now Zealand and Pyianius the privileges of the club during their stay. The club will also assist- in entertaining the men to-morrow.

1 liranrh of the Sailors' Society. The Theatre Royal has boon kindly placed at their disposal by special arrangement with Mr Percy Herman (on behalf' of the Theatre Royal proprietary), and j nts tlio concert is being given under the patronage of Captain Halsey and officers of H.M.S. New Zealand nnd the I Canterbury branch of the Navy League 1 a large attendance is anticipated, and those fortunate enough to obtain seats •will be well repaid. Among the ati tractions promised are selections from ) the ship's string band under Conductor Hawkins, bayonet and sword displays, and a striking exhibition by Seaman Blackmore, the handcuff king, besides a number of humorous songs and recitations. Popular prices of 3s, 2s and Is are being charged, so that everyone will Lave an opportunity of seeing Jack at play. PLeserved seats may be lwoked at the Dresden.