BOWLING.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXV, Issue XX, 17 November 1900, Page 920

BOWLING.

The lovers of this popular pastime rolled up in force to"their respective greens on Friday, November 9 (Prince of Wales’ Birthday). The weather was all that could be desired, and the rinks in splendid condition. The members of the Mt. Eden Club made a new departure by indulging in “Progressive ” bowls. Considerable interest was taken in the competition, which resulted in Messrs. Eady and Hudson carrying off the trophies. At Remuera the “ Prince of Wales ” trophies were competed for, and after .some interesting games the final was fought out betw’een Mr. Laxon’s and Mr. G. Court’s teams, the latter proving victorious. . Subscription Fours kept the members of the Ponsouby Club busy during the day, the final being won by Mr. T. G. Brown’s team. Play commenced at 9.30 on the Auckland , green, and continued throughout the day. the great majority of members lunching on the ground. In the morning “catch” teams competed against one another, while in the afternoon the usual draw took place at 2.30. Saturday proved another perfectbowlers’ day, and full advantage was taken of the fine weather by a good muster on the various greens. Only the usual weekly games were indulged ip. A very pleasant function took place in the Auckland Club’s pavilion, at the close of the day’s play, on Saturday, when Mr. Alfred Hegman, who had acted as secretary to the Club for the 1899 and 1900 seasons, was made the recipient of a silver tea set and salver, the latter bearing a suitable inscription, from the members of the Club. Mr. H. Campbell, ex-president, acted as spokesman for the subscribers, and Mr. Hegman feelingly returned thanks. As showing the increased hold the game of bowls is securing over the public, the various clubs have this year added between 70 and 80 new members to their lists. It is estimated by an Australian authority that there are 1 30,000 bowlers in Australia. In New Zealand the number cannot be far short of 3,000.