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PINEHURST OUTLOOK BIG CROWD AT GYMKHANA m GOODLY portion of the Village turned out for Wednesday's Equestiian Gymkhana and there was fun and excitement for all from start to finish. A large field of riders participated, zest being given to competition by the offer ing of prizes, first positions counting one hundred and second, fifty ; the two high est totals winning for both men and wqmen. The program included several of the events most popular here, selected with care as to variety and novelty, and the introduction of seats for onlookers was an appreciated innovation. First of all came the potato race in which five tubers were transferred across the ring, one at a time, by aid of pointed sticks ; Miss E. Marie Sinclair of Boston, doing the trick handily in two minutes and thirty seconds. Mrs. Leonard Tufts of Boston, finished second in two-thirty ; Miss Elizabeth Farrelly of Morristown, third, in two-thirty-five ; Mr. E. B. Cole of Boston, fourth, in three-fifteen: Miss Ethl Giaydon of Cincinnati, fifth, in three-forty ; and Miss Milliken of Phila delphia, sixth, in three-fifty. Next was a very pleasing number, an egg and spoon race for the youngsters, Masters Jack Mitchell, George, Peavey and Tottcn lleft'elfinger, participating; Master Jack winning in thirty-three seconds, with Master Peavey second, two seconds behind. The thrilling bow or pursuit race com pleted the ring events, Mrs. Tufts, Mr. N. S. Hurd and Mr. W. P. Mundy riding first; Mr. Hurd taking the bow from Mrs. Tufts, after a rattling chase of one minute and thirty-seven seconds. Miss Sinclair wore the ribbon next, Miss Graydon and Biding Master Ilerndon fol lowing; the latter ending the run in forty-five seconds. The third trio in cluded Mr. Cole with the badge, Mr. L. G. Leonard of Syracuse, and Miss Far relly following ; the latter capturing the ribbon in just one minute; awards being made to the riders wearing the bow longest. Track events completed the program, first of all coming the mail pouch or re lay race, the course being a long one which gave a steeplechase character. Mr. Ilerndon, Mrs. John Philip Sousa, Mrs. Tufts, and Mr. Mundy rode first, winning in one minute, eighteen seconds. Just a seconds more time was required by Biding Master Buckley, Mr. Hurd, Mr.' Jillson, Miss Farrelly and Miss Gray don; the team of four boys making the round in two minutes, ten seconds. The lance and ring contest over a new and improved course, followed, hanging rings being pierced while riding at a gal lop, time made and rings secured count ing, Mr. Ilerndon winning with four rings secured in six seconds. Mr. Buck ley was second with four rings in six and two-fifths seconds. Miss Milliken took three rings in eight seconds ; Miss Sinclair, two in nine seconds ; Miss Gray don, three in ten seconds ; Miss Farrelly, three in twelve seconds ; Mr. Hurd, three in seven and one-fifth seconds. The fast scarf race was a pleasing end ing, participants riding in couples to the end of the track and back, holding a handkerchief between them. Mr. Cole and Miss Farrelly led with a fast spin of twenty-eight seconds; Mr. Hurd and Mrs. Tufts making twenty-nine seconds ; Mr. Jillson and Miss Sinclair thirty-two seconds, and Mr. Leonard and Miss Gray, don, thirty-four seconds. In totals Miss Sinclair led with two hundred points, Miss Farrelly finishing second with one hundred and fifty. Mr. Ilerndon and Mr. Hurd tied at one hun dred and fifty ; Mr. Ilerndon winning the draw. The trophies were in excellent taste, contributed by Mrs. Leonard Tufts ; two each for both men and women, and one for the boys. LANCE TOURNEY FRIDAY. A lance and ring tournament is an nounced for Friday afternoon and the rings are now in position so that partici pants may enjoy preliminary practise. The event promises to be thrilling and finished, and will fill in the afternoon, beginning at three. five Itounda in 355. Open Champion Alexander Boss is playing very fast golf, his last five rounds totaling 355 ; cards of 73, 72, 70, 71 and 69. Goin' some ! rj i C. A. LOCKWOOD, CRESCENT ATHLETIC CLUB, BROOKLYN. Winner Annual Gun Club Championship; donor of cup for Wednesday's shoot. i ii n is ii rr i 8 ill WPWfl THE JEFFERSON RICHMOND, VA. With the addition of 300 bed rooms, cafe, private dining rooms, etc., this far-famed Hotel la more magnificent, attractive and secure, than ever before. Room single and en suite, with and without private baths. Long distance phones in every room. The many points of historic irterest in, and around the City, makea Richmond a very desir able stop-over place for tourists, where they can enjoy the equable climate, thus avoiding extreme changes of temperature. For moderate rates, booklets or reservations, address, P. M. FRY, Manager "Queen of Sea. Routes," MERCHANTS AND MINERS TRANSPORTATION GO. STEAMSHIP LINES BETWEEN Norfolk, Va., Boston, Mass., and Providence, R, I. MOST DELIGHTFUL ROUTE TO AND FROM ALL NEW ENGLAND POINTS. Through Tickets on Sals to and from Pinthurst. SEND FOR BOOKLET. E. C. Lohr, Agent, Norfolk, Va. A. M. Graham, Agent, Boston, Mass. James Barry, Agent, Providence, R. T. W. P. Turner, P. T. M., Baltimore, Md. 2 Travel School for Young Men Eight months in Europe ; speaking knowledge of French and German acquired by actual residence, without interruption of College preparation ; special work in history and art. Romance and Germanic countries visited in alternate years. Limited party conducted by former Head Master of the Pinehurst School. Also a fine Summer School and Camp. Address Thk Outlook or ALDICE G. WARREN, Hotel Endicott, New York City. A LUXURY FROM FRANCE fiTi "The Champagne of Tabl8 Waters." A liffht. crisp, invigorating water, sparkling with pure and natural gas. At all Pinenurst iioceis ana at uie Pinehurst General Store. The Lenox, The Concord, The Cedars. Opens November 1st. Hot and cold baths, electric light, steam heat and open fireplaces. Kates, eleven dollars per week and upwards. J. M. ROBINSON, Pinehurst, N. C. Out Flowers Floral Designs, Qullbs, Palms, Ferns, Etc. Mail and Telegraph Orders a Specialty. II. ITEIUMETZ, Florist, RALEIGH, N. C. Dobbin & Ferrall Co.. 123-125 Fayette- vllle Street. NORTH CAROLINA'S LEADING DRY GOODS STORE. High Class Merchandise, Dry Goods of All Kinds and Kindred Wares. Ready to Wear Garments, Shoes, etc. Wedding Presents, Cut Glass and Pottery. MANICURING, SHAMPOOING, CHIROPODY MARCEL WAVE. Scalp, Facial and Body Massage. Laura Agnes Walker, The Carolina.
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