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The following diagrams illustrate the method: Les cartes ou les planches trop grandes pour Atre reproduites en un seul clichA sont filmAes A partir de i'angle supArieure gauche, de gauche A droite et de haut en bas, en prenant le nombre d'images nAcessaire. Le diagramme suivant iilustre la mAthode : 12 3 - .. 4 5 6 CANADA NATIONAL LIBRARY BIBLIOTHEQUE NATIONALE mm^t^ /t'J'J^ 07* * '^ * THE McA.'t. Ai^ Montreal Snow Shoe Club, ITS HISTORY AND RFCORD, WITH A SYNOPSIS OF THE RACING EVENTS OF OTHER CLUBS THROUGHOUT THE DOMINION, FROM 1840 TO THE PRESENT TIME. By HUGH W. BECKET, Vice-President Montre*! Snow Shoe Club, Director anrf Treesure' Mctrtal Annateur Athletic A««ec)etion. M * r-*-"*^ -^-45^ ^t*«^>— » I 11/ i Printed by BFCKfc t Hros., 224 St. Jame« St. 1882. iiirffflu B3 . .^ I Entered according to Act of Parliament of Canada, in the year one thousand eight hundred and eighty-two, by H. W, BeCKET. Montreal, Province of Quebec, in the Office of the Minister of Agriculture and Statistics at Ottawa, Ont. , I 1 TD MY CGMR-RDES GF THE MONTREAL SNOW SHOE CLUB ■ , : THIS WORK, ' ■' - . whDSS principal purposs i5 to relata tlia history af the aid " Taqus BIdue/' IS RESPECTFULLY LELICATED PREFACE. When I first essayed to give to the (riencls of the ** Montreal" a history of the Cki!), I liad an idea that a small pamphlet would suflice. As time went on and the history was being written up, It became evident that it would be necessary — in order to the completeness, so desirable in works of a like na ture — to embrace accounts of races and meetings held under the auspices of other organizations, at which members of the *' Tuque Bleue," or those who subsequently joined its ranks, took part. This entailed more labour than was anticipated, though, happily, I was partly prepared for the task, having had in my youth the usual boyish desire to ."keep a scrap book''; and my fancy turning to legitimate Amateur Athletic sports I was enabled to compile from these scraps, detailed reports of all the recorded snow-shoe racing events which have taken place in Canada, since the year 1840. In many instances, my personal observation is responsible for the accuracy of the information contained in this Book, and it is believed the re- cords may be accepted as thoroughly trustworthy. I VJ h Appeals have hcon luado l»y jne to the veteran members of tlie Clal), for reminiscenees of the early days of the chil/s cxistenee, but the ^rent treasure lioiise from wliicli it has been my privilege to draw, has been the vigorous nivMnory of our oldest member and Honorary President, Nicholas IT. Hughes, Esq. To Messrs. W. I. iMallby, D. K. Bowie, W. (;. Beers, W. H. Whyte, R. \). Mcdibbon, John K. Reid, John Horn, John Leslie (Ottawa) and T. A. Anderson (Quebcr) 1 am indebted for much valu- able assistance, in the preparation of the work which is now submitted to the public. HUgn W. DECKKT. ' • y r.KKVTA AVD AI>DE.>».i. On page 31— for " \V. Hcr])ert " read •' VV. He- ber," 17th line from top. On pane 94- for " 3 ni. 5 ser/' read " 3 ni. 58 sec," 5th line from bottom. On page 11 2- -for '• Townsend' read ''W, Town- seiid/' 15th line from top. On page 112 - for " (M) " in parenthesis read "(A)"' 5th line from bottom. On page 113 — see Reports of " Aurora" Club's "walks," in years 1861-1862-1863, and 3 mile ruiuiing race, 1864. On page 128 — see Errata and Addenda page. On page 156— for " 1S69" read " 1S68," 2nd line from top. On page 212 — For second heat "pipe race," read " third" heat, nth line from top. On page 228 — for " Thomas Foy " read '• W, K. Roy," 1 2th line from top. On page 301— for " 1876" read " 1875" i ith line from bottom. VIII On page 3 1 8— time in club cup race, " i354. " real "13 44-" 13th line from top. On page 506— see Report " Levis (Que) Club' Races, partly omitted on page 287. On pages 506 and 508- - see Reports " Terra Nova" Club Steeple Chases, omitted at dates. On page 507~see Report of Annual Meeting of Montreal Club of 1876 7, omitted in Season- On page 508— see Report, final heat, Mowat- Starke lUcc, omitted in Season 1876-7. > I • IHE history of the Montreal Snow Shoe JClub, during an existence of over forty years, ^^p* would supply matter sufficient for a huge volume, but in the " contemplation of the present'' by its early members, and in the ab- sence of official minutes, many interesting events have passed into oblivion. Tradition and *the meiiiory of the " oldest member" have done their best for the writer, who will endeavour to give as accurate a sketch of the early days of the Club, as possible under the circumstances. In the year 184c, the club numbered twelve members, who tramped out of town once a week,on Saturday afternoon. On their return after a ten or twelve mile walk, they repaired to a famous Cafe on St. James Street, near the corner of St. Peter Street, kept by L. Tetu, whose hospitable board afforded every luxury relished by the jolly crew, in those days representing our now flourishing Club. Should we dive deeper into the mysteries and seek why our early Snow Shoe men patronized " the Cafe'," I fear that other and more potent reasons than the choice viands tempted their presence, for tradition hath it, that the Snow Shoe men of that era were quite as susceptible to the charms of female beauty and worth as the " heroes of the Shoes" at the present time, and Dame Rumour A 5 i i D! > ■h his accused more than one of tlie handsome fel- lows who stretched their pedal extremities under mine host Tetu's mahogany, of being attracted thither through the mesmeric influence of the fijir dame presiding over the establishment in con- junction with her lord. Here too was found that genial youth, Henry Hogan whose "make up" of a bowl of punch, served to magnetize those from whom old age had eradicated the last (races of the tender passion. Before leaving this part of our subject perhaps the names of a few of these worthies would not be out of place, and many who read this will remember the strapping fellows " who went snow shoeing a long time ago." Many of them have passed away, leaving "olive branches,"vvho have nobly trod in their shoes, though smaller — a few however remain, steady,stout o]d />a/r€s/a///i/ia', whose shape serves as a fearful warning to those of us, whose youth is the only safeguard from a like fate. Still we must not laugh as we come across these stout old gentlemen, who laid the fouiidation of our Club, for ere 40 years pass over cur heads we may be only too glad if we are here to **go and do likewise." Who can forget the splendid specimens of manhood in the Ermatin- gers, the Lamontagnes, Lamothes, and others of that time, who have passed away or ceased to take interest in the Club, or later on, Nicholas Hughes 6 Burroughs, Fred. Matthews, Harris, Col. Duches- nay, C. J. Coursol, (late Judge of Quarter Sessions, now M.P., for Montreal East, etc.,) R. H. Stephens, Frank Brown, Geo. E. Colthurst, who now resides (or till recently did) on an Estate in Ireland, and no doubt remembers with pleasure his tramps on snow shoes o'er Canadian snows : also E. Goff Penny, senior editor of the " Plerald" and one of Canada's Senators — with others, whose names have escaped memory. These were the men who formed our club and when we think of (hem now, how we regret the absence of the official minutes to tell us of their jolly gatherings around the festive board, when the more substantial viands being cleared away, the steaming '' bowl of punch" lent its aid to loosen the tongues of those genial and witty companions. Great interest is always excited by tales of the doings of those veterans, and there is no lack of attention when any old member " crops up" at one of the weekly tramps, and delights us by reminis- cences of the early days of the Club. And our stalwart Honorary President, always succeeds in rivetting atlention, as be recounts in troubadour style the deeds of tliose honoured in the past ; "when Frank Dowd accomplished three long miles y over hill and through forest in 25 minutes," in/ the famous St. Hyacituhe scurry — closely followed ,/ ^ 7 by Hughes and Rintoul, wlnle Roiiico Stephens in guileless innocence, found himself and a host of others after half an hour's hard running farther from the winning post than when they started. Later still of the trip to St. Vincent de Paul with such hair-breadth escapes and adventures as. were surely never matched by any other expedition. Parys has reduced this to verse, (which will be given further on) — and night after night the Club Room echoes with the chorus that tells us how they "walked and walked," and how Rambeau gave out and laid himself down ** Alongside a fence to die" how Charlie Meyer *' left a bloody track o'er twenty miles of snow" until they reached a " stovepipe viJl.nge, but noi" ' ' ** St. Vincent de Paul" and when they had ordered dinner, •' Up sprang Rambeau the liveliest of them all." Then of the expedition to St. Johns, when five men raced fourteen miles, arriving in the following order : Fred. Castles, C. P. Davidson, Stewart, Hughes and Radiger. Not being satisfied with the result of the " run" to St. Johns, the men made up a race home, which Fred. Castles gamely won, running from City Hall to City Hail in four hours, the second man arriving on St. Lambert bank of the River as " P'red" struggled up the Montreal side. Of other tramps particularly one to Lachine ren- dered immortal by himself in verse,\vhen two officers of the 47th Regiment, Lieut's DeBalinhard and Pre- vost, thought to lead the club there in a race and after a hard run over hill, through wood and valley found themselves tar in the rear as the welcome portals of Laflamme's Hotel, closed behind the leading men of the " Montreal," John and H. E. Murray, Hughes and Radiger. All of these tales remain fresh in the memory ot " Evergreen" Hughes, and long may he be spared to lead us as of yore and to sing those songs, which fire the blood of our youth and nerve them to deeds of a like nature. Snow-Shoeing has taken a firm hold upon the youth of Montreal, and we are proud to say that the " Montreal" Club has always taken the leading part, and throughout an uninterrupted period of over forty years has held its own against all comers j since the days of the defeat of the champion Indian f unner on the St. Pierre and Mile end Race Courses by John Murray, until lale years, the Club has always had some one to the fore to wrest the palm of victory from the Redskins in distances of from 100 yards to two miles, but in these later years the Indian Race was nobly represented by the "wonder" Keroniare, whose unparalleled performances on the racing track, were the wonder of all who witnessed them, and who, unlil recently stiffened by *' old time," stood the undisputed Champion, at distances varying from one to four miles. Perhaps in the future our turn may come, as the Indian Race, is not likely to produce another such as he, although his successor John Lefevbre is no mean antagonist. As far back as 1840, the " Montreal" as already stated, goes for the date of its birth, although at that early period, it was not generally known by the name it now bears and was governed by no regularly orga- nized club rules. Not until three years later was any attempt made at organization, yet the few who then gathered themselves together on Saturday afternoons for a " constitutional" tramp into the wilds of the country returning to relate their experience round the festive board, little fancied they were laying the foundation of an organization, which was to grow from twelve members into one whose roil runs into hundreds. In the year 1843, the membership showing signs of an increase, an attempt was made to formally organize,and Col. Ermatinger was elected President No Constitution or By-Laws fettered the action of the Club, its rules were drawn from the unwritten traditions of this *' Band of Brothers ;" memory stood in the place of minutes, while loyalty to the *' common law" of Snow Shoers made a formal code unnecessary. I ^* to In this year the " sporting" character of the organization fully developed itself and a man was found who was willing to try conclusions with the Redskins, in a long race on Snow Shoes, A Race of four miles was arranged and on the St.Pierre Race Course the issue was decided. The superiority of the " Unknown" soon manifested itself and the prophets for once had consulted their lucky star. r)eroc]ie,a Nor' West V'oyageur proved himself equal to tlie occasion and won the race cleverly, aided by an artifice which reflected credit upon his in- genuity. The weather a few days previous to the match had been very mild, with rain, and the day before the Race, the track lay half under water, during the night it became colder leaving (on day of race) the greater part of the track, clear bright ice. This rather non-plussed the Aborigines, but served to develope the more civilized state of being in Deroche, who ingeniously contrived to fix spikes into the wood-work of his Shoes which enabled him to obtain a firm hold on the ice whilst his more uncivilized rivals were able to make but little headway — stay, it won't do to use that word so recklessly to all of the competitors, for the second man in and a good second he was considering the advantages possessed by his conquerer, was our Honorary President.then in all his youth and beauty. Five Indians followed after " Evergreen" Hughes, 1 1 ; i rather disgusted no doubt with the advance civili- zation had made in the half breed Deroche. Among the competitors, was the now great pilot chief Baptiste, and very few who know him, would fancy that he had ever aspired to the honors of the racing track ; such was the case however and our friend Baptiste stood among the defeated ones. In the steeple chase of one mile over four 4 feet hurdles which followed, only two competed and Edward Lamontagne won a hard fought battle from his game young opponent Frank Brown, whose frame lacked the magnificent strength and endurance which belonged to the winner. Thus were the first races on shoes won in Canada under our auspices. We have no records of any other and may take the credit to ourselves of instituting the national sport of snow-shoeing. These Races closed the season and the club finished up the day's sport with a jolly good dinner. We have to draw upon the imagination for the toasts and witty speeches which must have flashed across the board from a congregation of such wit and talent. During the season of 1844, the " club" took the usual weekly tramp on Saturday afternoons, having no set route merely tramping along after their leader till some one not quite so robust as the rest, would cry, •'•' hold" and the ** route" home was taken up. ta It was during tliis season tliat tlie Indians intro- duced the " Racing Snow Shoe," weighing about one and a half pounds, and for one or two reasons would not sell them to the " pale faces." In the races of February, 1844, Narcisse the great Indian runner wore the light shoes in tlie four mile contest. As the races took place upon the St. Pierre race course there was no regular track. Seven Indians and three white men started ; two Indians immediately struck out for the lead, Narcisse third and the white men close behind. The leading Indians wore the old shoe and falling out at the end of the first mile,proved to the satisfaction of onlook- ers, that they only entered to beat a track for the champion Narcisse, who won a good race, Nicholas Hughes, second, an Indian third, C. Duchesnay, fourth, .A. Lamontagne, the other white gave up during the race. Hurdle race of half a mile over six, three leet hurdles followed, and E. Lamontagne the winner of last year's race, again proved himself an adept in clearing timber, Frank Brown having to content himself with second honours. In the half mile dash, Frank Brown had his revenge, and in first class style ran away from five Indians, including Narcisse the winner of the four miles and the great chief Baptistc, who once more tried his luck with no better success than in the previous season. t3 ' !l 'I'lic usual .mnual dinner closed the racing season. in this year the tramps, as usual occupied the foremost place, but some little attention was paid to training for the races. After holding a meeting on the subject it was decided to have public races and these took place upon the St. Pierre race track on the loth February. We take the following account of these Races from one of the daily papers of that date : — " The brilliant sun and fine bracing weather tempted hun- dreds of visitors from Montreal, and numbers of ladies graced the sports by their presence." " The First Race v,as a sweepstake on snow shoes, four miles, entrance five shillings, to which was added a handsome silver cup. For this, seven competitors appeared, and it was won in 38 min. by Derochc, ^V. H. Boyd, coming in second." " The Second Race, sweepstake one mile, with six hurdles to leap, entrance five shillings, to which was added a silver cup, only two contested and it was won by E. Lamontagne, with Abbott, second. " After this, a purse was made up for boys under sixteen years. It was exceedingly well contested by twelve juveniles, and was cleverly won by Rogers, pressed by Napier. The time was very good, considering that the winner was only fourteen years of age." u During the latter part of the season, a club race of one mile took place, when Hughes, Duchcsnay, Lamontagne, Colthurst and two others took part, after a close and exciting struggle, it was won by George Colthurst. The winner was very fast, and in many of the races into town, on the return from tramps, generally managed to be among the first. The prizes for these tramp races did not shew themselves in gorgeous gold and silver cups, or medals, but were simply a " free pass" to the dinner and thought as much of among those genuine " Knights of the shoe" as the runners of later days do of the cups and medals that are won very often in a " walk over." A second day's Races were advertized for iyth of February, 1845, but on account of bad weather, interfering with travel and non-arrival of Indian competitors, they were postponed till the 20th of the same month. ' On the 24th of the same month, a third day's Races were advertized to come off, when the follow- ing gentlemen were to officiate as stewards : — Alex. Fisher, H. B. Coy. P. W. Dease, 11. E. Co'y. Want of definite information prevents the publi- cation of particulars of these races, but as the 15 competition lay principally between the 'Indian runners, their want will not excite much regret. SEASON 1840. In 1846, the tramps again held a prominent place, and only one race of any importance took place. After a long tramp about the country one afternoon, the "club" found itself out at the Tan- neries neaf Cote St. Paul, when the "halt" was sounded. On the " start" for home a race ensued, when Colthurstand Harris ran so close for leading honors that both were entitled to " passes" for the dinner. SEA«iOX 1S47. In 1847 nothing of much interest happened and as in the previous year only one race is remember- ed, which took place in February, and was across the country from Cote des Neiges, to St. Laurent Church, a distance of about 3 niiles. It was a trial of muscle, the numerous fences and ditches to be crossed, taxing the staying powers of the competitors to their fullest extent. There were five entries, N. II. Hughes, Chas. Duchesnay, A* and E. Lamontagne and Chas. Burroughs, after a very sharp contest Hughes managed to reach the church first and this time got the "free pass." SEASON i8A9i In 1848 no races took place, and in their stead the club tramped out to St. Vincent de Paul once ,1 i6 or twice, and to the other outlying vilhiges, as well as to Diichesnay's farm. In 1S49 — Tramps were again tlic order of tlie day. One race took place after a tramp to Bougie's corners on the " Back River Road."' After supper the ** start" for home was made, all joining in the race, George Colthurst again shewed up in front and as usual dined ** free" at the Club dinner. A3€3rrAIi RAxvo, until j\Ir. F. Brown made a sudden rush, passed them both and ran in winner in i m. 32 sec, Lamontagne second, Baptiste third. The open mile was for a purse of $12, to first man, and $2 to second. S«ven competed and Lazarre who " made" the })icc from the start won in Cm. 10 sec. SEASON 1!^30-I§.11. During this season the club was formally re-organ ized, and at a meeting of the members, held at Dolly's, on. Wednesday evening, Dec, uth, 1850, the following olficers were elected for t!ie year : — Col. Erm KTiyiGKR,— r>rsh/^fif. Gkorge Colthur^t ~Vite-P/rsi'Jfn/, Alexander liAKT,—Sec~ Treasurer. It was agreed to meet during the winter for exercise, on Sherbrooke Street, opposite McGill College, on Tuesday and Snturday afternoons, at half-past two ; and in the course of the season to offer prizes for different feats on snow shoes, such as walking, running, leaping, tS:c., &:c. i8 " The annual snow slioe races so deservetlly popular "ith our community, came off on Tuesday last, and were honored with a large and more res- l)ectable audience, particularly of ladies, than we have seen on the St. Pierre course for years past, who by their countenance h.ive confirmed the opi- nion of those who have endeavoured to introduce and promote these manly sports, that these meetings only require to be put on a i)roper footing to be well supported. We give below the names of the competitors for the various races and also the time wiiich by those who understand the "pace"' on shoes, will be appreciated. For the 6 mile Race, open to all, ist prize, $30, second prize, $5. 8 competitors came to the post, 6 Indians from Caughnawaga and 2 members of the club. Much excitement i)revailed and some hopes ''were entertained" that the Indians might be beaten, but after the first mile both the amateurs gaveup,and the interest from that moment was much diminished until three Indians of renown singled themselves out and ran close on one another the last three miles. Coming in to the last quarter or home-run, the competitors strained every muscle and until they came to the winning stand, no one could name the winner. " Ignace" however, from his superior speed iranaged to land himself about ■■■■ /■ II I I) ' » I s- 19 1 2 inches ahead of Narcisse, Thomas coming in a good third, only a few yards in the rear. Time, 47 m. 23 sec. For the 200 yards hurdle race, over four hurdles (3 feet 6 inches high), which, with the six miles, was looked upon as the race of the day, six com- l^etitors shewed up and all went off well at the start, l)ut each succeeding hurdle told heavily on the ** crowd." All the hurdles were however beautifully taken in true sporting style by Mr. Lamontagne and Mr. Handyside, until the last one, when the latter gent, making a slight faux pas ^ Mr. Lamon- tagne ran in an easy winner ot a cup, valued at $20, and the race, time, 38 sec. For the one mile race, open to all, first prize, $15, second prize, $3. Four Indians started. "Thomas"' led from the start and was never once headed, lime, 7 m. 40 sec. " Joseph" second. Half mile race to club members only, (prize $20). Five gents started, all well together, Francis Brown soon took the lead, and kept increasing his distance gradually, to the winning post. The next race, 250 yards, was for boys under 15 years of age, prize, a pair of snow shoes. 8 started, Af aster Wm. Brown, brother of the above named gent, won by a few yards. , Altogether, notwithstanding the disappointment, the Stewards expcricnrcd at receiving no assistance f? ' 2d 15 |ed, led (nt, ice whatever, from the officers ot the Garrison who have liitherto been always liberal in promoting these national sports, these races not only surpassed all former meetings, but were r^lly creditable to our city." SEASON 1851-1852. In 1 85 1. — ^The now veteran Hughes, having re- turned to the bosom of his first love, snow-shoeing matters again took a leading place in his affections, and among the tramps he and his " hardy band" undertook across the snow, were; — one to Lachine and otheis over the back country. In February there was a race to St Vincent de Paul, starting from the head of St. Denis Street In this con- test Hughes was badly beaten, his residence in Kingston during the year before telling fearfully on his wind. It was won by Charles Duchesnay, Colthurst second, Harris third. In these races across the country, the Club dinner was ordered at the stopping place, when the night was spent as was their wont, in wine and song, the revel- ers leaving for home the next day. On Wednesday evening January 7th, 1852, a meeting was called to eltct office-bearers. It was held at Dolly's when the following gentlemen were elected: Col, Ermatinger.— /V^j/yjagwiyn;^ p8 « I I ■ H On Thursday afternoon February 17th, 1853, the annual races were advertised to take place but owing to wet weather were postponed until the 21st, when they came off over the St. Pierre race course.* SEASON 1853 •18S4. ■' In 1853. — The tramps took place weekly, one in particular being to Lachine. when after supper a race took place, which N. H. Hughes (who was well acquainted with the Road,) won easily. On Wednesday afternoon March ist, 1854, the annual races took place upon the St Pierre race course, the weather was mild, the snow heavy and very deep, consequently the " time " was slow. Five Indians started for the three mile race which was won in 30 m. 33 s. by Thomas ; Ignace, second ; Francois, third ; Narcisse, fourth. One mile Race was won in 8 m. 30 s. by Lazarre ; Francois, second. The 200 yards hurdle race over 4 hurdles, finished the day's sport. For this six competed, five whites and one red, the " red" was the victor, he took his leaps like a real red deer, winning by a shave, the winner's name was Pierre Iniwarewas. 1 George Colthurst was Secretary this season. ^ SEASON IS55-185e« In i85S.~The Club tramped to Bout de ITsle. A * Owing to lack of Records, no pailicuiars can be nublished. 24 large addition was made to the number of members and prospects seemed bright for the liveHest season of the Club's existence. Great interest was mani- fested in the tramps and it was decided to hold public Races when the Indians were to be tempted to compete with some of our runners. On Friday, the 29th February, 1856, the Annual Races took place upon the Priests' farm, off Sher- brooke St., when a large crowd collected, drawn by curiosity to see the novel sport of snow-shoe racing, within the city limits, intensified by their anxiety to witness the trial of skill, between the originators of the * encumbrance" and the white man. The first Race was four miles for apurse of $20.00. John Murray, Ignace and Thomas were the only entries. The first mile was run at a rattling pace (6^ minutes,) indeed the gait was remarkably fast all through, the second mile being run in 1% minutes, the third in 7^ min., the fourth and last in 8 minutes, making a total of 29^ minutes The Indians were in splendid trim and worked like machinery, they kept up a lively conversation as they cantered away in company from their white ri- val and won as they pleased, Ignace being first, Murray came third, in 3 1 minutes, i he winner Ignace had a training which few of the whites were ever likely to get, he was one of those selected by Sir George Simpson, on account of his n I i ■ ■ i i 1 I [ great muscular power and strength of endurance, to accompany the last Expedition in search of the remains of Sir John Franklin and his crew, consequently he was so well accustomed to walk and run on Snow Shoes, that the four mile run was in this instance but mere pastime. The next was the one mile race for purse of $8.00 between W. S. Noad, W. Brown, T. Desrivieres and Pierre, an Indian. The track was very narrow and during the dash for the lead, a series of falls took place, in crossing a stone fence, Pierre jostled Noad who fell, in getting up he jostled Desrivieres who caromed on Brown causing him to fall, Noad pro- tested but the Stewards gave tlie race to Brown who won in 7j^ minutes. 200 yds. over 4 hurdles 3 feet high for purse of $8.00 followed, when John Murray won, beating W. Brown, B. Prior and Pierre. Two mile race for $14.00 followed, when W. S. Noad, Ictactha and Moise competed, it was a hotly contested race tb : first mile being run in 6^ m. (but time is omitted for race^) Ictactha winning. This closed the day's races. The following is clipped from the Records giving a full account of the President's dinner. "On the evening of January 19th 1856, the club met (30 present) upon Sherbrooke Street and after buckling on shoes and falling in " Indian file" pro- j6 cceded to the Mount Pleasant Hotel to dine. Having scaled the mountain in gallant style, their appetite for the ample and substantial fare provided by mine host M. Oliva may be easily imagined, '''his club now numbers upwards of 50 members, soTie of whom as pedestrians cannot be beaten on the Continent of America. We are glad to see them agam mustering as of yore in pursuit of that manly and invigorating exercise, the benefit of which cannot be too strongly urged. The President, Col. Ermatinger being absent, the Chair was ably filled by the worthy Vice-President N. H. Hughes, supported on his right by R. H. Stephens, the other end of the table being repre- sented by Messrs. Arthur Lamothe and R Noad. . After the cloth was removed the Chairman gave the first toast." '* The Queen and Emperor of the French." Song by Mr. Handysidc " Rule Britannia." Song by \V. Lamothe *' Partant pour la Syric." W. S. Noad, Sec-Treasurer proposed, ''The Allies:' Song by \V. Lamothe " The Marseillaise." J. Noad, proposed the *' Army and Navy:^ Song by E. Roy •' Sur I'Occan." ) if i i! lil R. H. Stephens, proposed " ' ' " ** President and Officers of Club.'* Song by Geo. Macauley " Cheer, Boys Cheer." Dr. Beyer proposed " The land tue live in." Song by John Murray "The land we Uve in." F. Noad proposed "JV. H. Hughes:' ' "'' ' Song by John Murray " Rise ye Sons of Canada." Capt. Ermatinger proposed *' Commerce:^ Responded to by Romeo H. Stephens and R Noad A Lamothe proposed ' "Our Old Confreres :' — Messrs Colt hurst, E. Lamontagn* and Harris. Song by W. Lamothe " A la Claire Fontaine." N. H. Hughes proposed *' The fastest man on Snffiv Shoes for one mile — Frank Brown*' Song by A Lamolhe. . " A St. M2,lo, beau pert de mer." R Noad proposed ' ' •• 7 hi last man thai arrived at the Rendezvous." Mr, Manning proposed '* The Ladies.** Song by W. Noad. . . . '• I'nj sitting on th? stile, Mary." i E. Roy proposed ** Captain Ermatinger.** Geo. Macaulay proposed ** Our Host:* Song by Lamothe ** Vive la Canadienne." After the last toast the Club again resumed their Snow Shoes and turned their steps homeward across the Mountain. Another day's racing was promised this season and the races came off on March 14th. when over 4 hurdles in 200 yards, W. Brown defeated J. Perkins and T. R. Whitehead. 100 yards dash was also won by Brown defeating Whitehead. The Yz mile was won by J. Murray who ran against time, (none other coming forward) he won in 2 m. 36 sec. The one mile was won by W. Brown in 6 m. 40 s. defeating Noad who was 2 yards behind. The boys ^ mile followed which was won by Whitehead defeating H. E. Murray and A. Brown. During the season a private race of one mile took place between Noad and W. Brown, Noad winning easily in 6 m. 30 sec. The season wound up with the annual dinner which took place ^t Dolly's, when J. Murray was i'l 29 presented with a Gold Medal and Wni. Brown with a Silver Cup. SEASON 1^56-18:17. Rom KG II. SxErHKNS.— /V^j/V/r«/. Nicholas II. Hughes.— /j/. Vicc-Prcsuicnt. J. E. Malhiot. — 2nd. Vice-President, G. H. Macauley.— 7>^flj«;rr. \, John Murray. — Secretary. 'I'his season the club numbered 71 members, a large addition of new members promising a lively competition at the Annual Races. The usual tramps took place when the club met at the Rendezvous and a leader appointed (generally the senior officer present), whose authority was absolute as to route etc., none daring to ** head" him and "follow the leader" was a law adhered to with a zeal "worthy of «f7 better cause." The favorite tramps were across the mountain, over the fields in rear, across the country to the Tanneries, back and through Cote St. Antoinc to Moore's, where the hungry travellers found the heartiest of welcomes and a good supper always awaiting them. The Annual Races to have taken place upon the Mile end Race Course, were on account of bad weatiicr, postponed until March 12th, when they were held in Committee. ,'^ -.- ' James G. Day. ) The club numbered 65 members. The first tramp took place on December 26th, when 20 members, strapped on their shoes and crossed the Mountain to Cote des Neiges, returning by way of Murray's farm, Cote St. Antoine. On December 30th, during a heavy snow storm 1 7 members started from the rendezvous for Moore's, riie night was very dark and the falling snow did 32 not improve matters ; between tlie two the " noble seventeen," after tramping about for an hour, were surprised to find themselves out at Cote St. Antoine, instead of on the right track over the Mountain; they finally struck the Cote des Neiges road, which they decided to keep and reached the club house in safety. On the return they managed to get astray again, and after wandering about Mount Royal for half the night — like disaffected spirits — struck the track and reached town at "cock crow." To prevent an occiirTence of the kind in future, a bugler was appointed to call the scattered legions lo a common centre for mutual protection and advice. On Thursday, January 7th, 1858, the President entertained the members to the number of 27 to a dinner at Moore's. On Saturday afternoon, 23rd January the mem- bers mustering 2 7 strong, took a long walk round the mountain and through the fields towards St. Laurent and finally landed at Moore's. Here they met the " Aurora," a rival club, which was organized this season and as it numbered among its members some of the finest runners in the country, the "Montreal" had all they could do to maintain their time won laurels. After supper the " rivals" left the Hotel about the same time, when a lively contest ensued for "first man" into town. The records give no names and we can only flatter our- Si 33 » selves that with the runners we possessed, the " ulu club" shewed up first at the " College gate." On Saturday afternoon February 6, 1858, the 5 mile walk for the Champion Medal, to be won two years in succession before becoming property of winner, took place upon Ouimet's Course, Mile end. Five entered, Messrs. N. H. Hughes, W. H. Rintoul, S. Macauley, H. Lamontagne, F. Dowd. The Race was very close and exciting and ended in a dead heat, between Messrs. Hughes and Rintoul, time, one hour. The Judges, Messrs. R. H. Stephens and J. G. Day, declared that the question of supe- riority would have to be decided by another heat of one mile, which resulted in a victory for Hughes, by about 2 yards. The Annual Races took place on the 23rd of February 1858 on the Mile End Race Course. The day was raw and chilly, notwithstanding which the ladies as well as the gentlemen mustered in force. Gen. Sir Wm. Ejtc and his Aides-de-Camp, with C. J. Coursol Esq., acted as Stewards. The uiot race of four miles ($40, divided into 4 pursto) brought nine Indians to the tape, the race was well contested and not until within 7^ a mile of the stand did the winner change his position of third in the race, which he finally won after a trying struggle by lo yards, in 31 m. 22 sec r 34 The winner Atsiakatie was a splendid specimen of the Indian, being large and powerfully built. A hurdle race over four 3 feet hurdles, followed, ($20) six whites and three Indians entered, and was won by W. Brown, John Murray (having been trip- ped), coming in second. Boy's Race open to all under 14 ($5.00) followed when E. A. Whitehead proved himself the " coming" boy, as in after years he ranked among our foremost runners. One mile race, ($10) open to all, followed. This was the race of the day, as John Murray the winner of last season's "mile" had entered to try conclusions with the champion red skin. The race proved all that was expected although the Indian Atsiakatie proved too fast for Murray and won in 6 m. 13 s. The 100 yds. dash ($10) was won by T. R. White- head in 14 seconds, defeating six others, Stafford, W. Whitehead, W. Brown, R. Beaufield, Tom Coffin and an Indian, who ran second. The Club race of two miles followed, A. Bamston, Tom Coffin, W. H. Rintoul, and W. Brown compet- ing. It was won by Coffin after an exciting struggle with Barnston. The last race was across country, two miles, four or five Indians competing, was won by Moise. Season closed with dinner at Dolly's. ii i 11 I 35 The following original production by E. L. C. was sung at the dinner. Air.—" Canadian Boat Song." Meirry and loud the wild winds blow, Driving and drifting the white, sparkling snow, Fast make the thongs, lighten the «m/, And join the gay chase with a bounding leap. Chorus. — Cheerily, boys i breast the white drift, Kuiiah for tlie snow shoe, steady and swift. Why should we yet our sport forego ? Still beams in the West, the day's parting glow, And rising slow o'er fair Beloeil, To light our way — see the young moon's smile. Chorus. — Cheerily, boys ! in joyous haste, Leave our snow shoe track on the pathless waste. No rest be ours, this glorious night. Till we cii\,lc Mount Royal's cjueeniy iielgLt Saint of the Frost King, hear our prayeis, Grant us bright heavens and bracing airs. Chorus. — Cheerily, boys ! e'er the morning shine. We'll laugh round the board, crown'd with mirth and wine. SEASON 18SS-1S59. The Annual Meeting took place at Dolly's on 2nd December when the following gentlemen were elected officers for the season. N. H. ll\JG\i¥.^.—PrfsUent John Murray. — tst Vice-Presidmt W. H. RiNTOUL. — 2nd Vice-President. George Parys. — Sec Treasurer, 36 The following original production by E. L. C. was sung at the dinner. Air.—" Canadian Boat Song." Merry and loud the wild winds blow, Driving and drifting the white, sparkling snow. Fast make the thongs, tighten the neap^ And join the gay chase with a bounding leap. C';i?r«j,- Cheerily, boys ! bre^ist the white drift. Hurrah for the snow shoe, steady and swift. Wliy should we yet our sport forego ? Still beams in the West, the day's parting glow, > And rising slow o'er fair Beloeil, To light our way — see the young moon's smile. Chorus^ — Cheerily, boys ! in joyous haste. Leave our snow shoe track on the pathless waste. "? No rest be ours, this glorious night. Till we circle Mount Royal's queenly height. Saint of the Frost King, hear our prayers. Grant us bright heavea<» and bracing airs, I! il f ■ I 39 On Saturday afternoon, 8tii January 1 859, 26 meni. bers started for the tramp of the season, they went across the mountain by way of the old Rare Course, through Cemetery to Compain's, there met with the University Club, invited them to supper, and the whole company (40) sitting down, had a glorious time with songs and speeches. THE PRESIDENT'S DINNER. The President's dinner was another feature of tlie year's performance and took place at Moore's on 1 5th January, '59, about 50 were present, who must have created sad havoc among Moore's poultr}', with appetites sharpened by a twelve mile tranij). It was a very jolly affair if we may judge by a notice at the time. "The usual toasts of tlie Queen, (ioveruor General, Sir Wm. Eyre etc., having been drank with all the honors, songs, speeclics, jokes, etc., were kept up during the evening in a manner never before witnessed by the " oldest inhabitant " and the echo of the shouts and laughter that rang thro* the tree tops of old Mount Royal must have' astonished " McTavish's Ghost." After drink- ing the health of the jolly host and the " Princess," the company returned to to^vn about eleven o'clock, highly delighted with the evening's entertainment. TSEE FIYE MILS ^AXK. ' On Wednesday the 9th of February 1859, the champion five icile walk took place on the Mile end course. There were three entries. N. H. Hughes won in one hour, Andrew McCulloch second, W. II. Rintoul retired, he having lost a slioc, being out ol the race almost from the start. The time considering tlic heavy state of the track was good. Mr. McCulloch wlio never before attempt- ed a walking race showed great spirit in the manner he kept up the pace through the deep snow against such a veteran as Mr. Hughes. OEMERAIi EYRE'S *'€€!*'* RA€E. On Saturday afternoon, the 19th February 1859, the five mile race, for the silver cup presented by Gen. Sir Wm. Kyre, took place on the Mile End Race Course. Great interest was manifested in the event and a large crowd was present to witness the struggle. The grand stand was occupied by a large ntimber of ladies, who by their presence lent additional stimulus to the efforts of the competitors. The Judges' stand was occupied by Gen. Sir Wm. Eyre, Lady Eyre and Staff, Col. Thackweil, Major Whitmore, and other notables. Twelve gentlemen "toed" the "scratch," viz., N. H. Hughes, J. McCulioch, Tom Coffin, D. Dou- gall, Wm. Stanley, J. Mack, Frank Dowd, McCord* W. Macfarlane, Hartland Macdougall, John Murray, H.Hardisty. From the start Wm. Stanley took the lead and maintained it throughout, winning by about 200 II r i : I: .!^ : i; , i! •■■l\ I i II 41 yards in 43 m. 28 sec. Hartland Mauiougall second in 44 m. 58 sec. The cup was presented to Mr. btanley, by Lady Eyre. MacdougalVs performance rather astonished the on lookers and his success in defeating such men as Hughes, Coffin, Murray, and Dowd elevated him at once in the estimation of the club-men, and he became a hot favorite for the "club" cup. He was a remarkably graceful runner, perhaps the prettiest that ever upheld the lienor of the club. ANNUAI. RACES. The Annual Races took place on the Mile End Course on Thursday the 24th February. HONORARY STEWARD. Ueut. General Sir Wm. EVRE, K.C.B. STEWARDS. Colonel TAYLOR. Col. ERMATINGER. C. J. COURSOL. Charles ROY. The sports commenced with the Indian four mile rate for a purse of $30. Eight Indians and one white named Arc(Duet, entered. It was a good race, the finish being a very close one. The winner's name was Terosoianta, time 29m. 36sec. For the 120 yards Race over four 3 feet Hurdles one heat, open to all, prize, a belt, five men appeared. It was a beautiful race, the timbers being clearly 42 jumped It was won by W. M. Wright, defeating T. R. ^\Tiitehead, H. E. Murray, Brown, and A. A. McCulloch. The Boys under fourteen then laid claim to their share of the day's proceedings, which was a half mile scamper for a pair of snow shoes. About 25 youths scampered off at the word "go" and gamely was the race contested by the three leaders, "Bobbie" Whitehead, winner of last year's race managed to land himself first in 4m. 26 sec. wIlIi Fr^nV John- son and R. Cowan, a dead heat, close behind, The One mile race, open to all, excited a great deal of interest from the fact that three whites, Messrs. Tom Coffin, Jenkins and Cameron, were going to compete with five Indians. The start was effected in fine style, Coffin went immediately to the front but was passed at the quarter post by a "redskin." The day seemed lost for the whites but "Tomm/* with a gameness displayed more than once on the race track as well as on the Lacrosse field, determined that the "Montreal" should win that race ; until within a quarter of a mile of the winning post did he "hang** to the Indian, as that stood out in bold relief, his effort came and he flitted past the aborigine and rapidly left him. When within a few yards of the goal he stumbled and fell, all hope seemed lost, but bounding from the i! I If 1 sncw, he landed himself the winner of the race, amid the frantic hurrahs of the spectators, time 6 m. 45 sec. The same entries as in the Hurdle race, with the addition of two Indians "toed" the mark for tne IOC yard dash, one straight heat, prize, a silver medal. After a short fifteen second three gasp season, T. R. Whitehead, landed himself the winner, defeating W. M. Wiight, \. A. McCulloch, II. K. Murray and Brown, the Indians no where. One straight heat seemed to be the favorite way of testing the merits of competitors in the "old time" races, and the hope still lingers fondly with some of us, that those days may return when we can leave our office stools to compete, with some chance of success, instead of resorting to the laborious system of training which now threatens to bring our gentle- manly sports to the level of professionalism. The two miles Club "cup" race, followed and proved as was anticipated, an easily won victory for W. Stanley, who ran in a winner in 14 m. 28 sec. defeating Wm. Murray, Mason, Chas. W. Radiger, McCord, and George Bent. After the Races, Mr. Stanley received the cup from the hands of Mrs. Colonel Thackwell, Mr. Wright, the belt for the Hurdle race from Mrs. C. J. Coursol, T. R. Whitehead, his medal from Mrs. Alex. Ross, // !! 44 ' and Mr. Coffin, his medal from Mrs. Romeo H. Stephens. 'I'hcsc proceedings finished the day's sport. VHK ANNUAL DINNER. In the evening the dinner took place at " Dolly's" when a large company sat down, presided over by N. II. Hughes. Conspicuous among the decorations were the two silver cups won by Mr. Stanley. The evening i)asKed pleasantly away with song and speech. Among the former vfere two compositions by George Tarys, which arc appeaded in all their originality. WRITTEN FOR M. S. S. C, BY GEO. PARYS. Air.—" Dearest Ma^* On the " Mile-End Course," in Montreal, A snow shoe walk took place. Which the spectators, one and all, Pronounced a tip-top race. A silver medal was the prize The walk a five mile heat. The racers differed much in sire But all were hard to beat. Walk, walk away, If you wish to win the day, Pushing for five miles thro' deep snow Is anythuig but play. I 45 Look back for many a year, In the annals of sporting news, You'll find all walking matches here Were won by Nicholas Hughes. Now, some new racers are springing up, Who at present don't wish to talk, But at next yeai's match for the "prize cup," They'll show how they can walk. Walk, walk away, If you v.'i?h to win the «lay, Five miles on snow bhocs, iigainst Nick Hughes Is anything but play. Thf re's a " boy" in the Snow Shoe Club Who belongs to the ** young school," For the "Medal" he gave Hughes a hard rub, His name is Hebei Rintoul, He, the "Medal " e7rp**cts to get At the annual walk, next year. And m?«nv on him are ready to bet Without the f^'^htcst leai. But hr' to walk away. If j to win the day, '' sg on snow ahoea against Nick Hughes Is anything but play. Song of the MONTREAL SNOW SHOE CLUB. BV GEO. PARYS. Pass the bottle and fill your glasses. Now that each has munched his "grub," We'll drink success to the pretty lasses, Whose lovers ueloi.g to the Snow Shoe Club. 46 Yes, to-night we'll all unite To drink success to the Snow Shoe Club. At racing, we challenge all creation Let tijcin Lc prepare! for a very hard nih, If among the picked men of any nation Some think they can beat the Snow Shoe Club. Then fo-night, with all onr mighf, We'll drink success to the Snow Shoe Club. All pretty girls, take my advice, On some vain fop don't waste your " liib," Eut if you wish to hug something nice, Wliy marry a uuy o.'' the Snow Shoe Club. Then each night, with wiM delight. You'll sing success to the Snow Shoe Club. In February of this year the famous St. Hyaclnthe srurry took place and as it is graphically described in one of the papers of iiie day, I cannot do better than give it in its entirety. EXCURSION AND SNOVv' SHOE RACE AT ST. IIILAIRE MOUNTAIN. A large number of members from the Montreal, St. George and Aurora Clubs of this city repaired on the 5th inst. to the picturesque mountain of Belceil, on the invitation of Mr. Comte, of the Monte St. Hilaire Hotel, to compete for a silver medal, to be presented by tliat spirited gentleman to the winner of a race from the St. Hilaire Station to his hotel on the moun- tain a distance of three miles. There was a large gathering of the "habitans" of the f II 47 sunouiiiling villages to witness the sport of the day and tlic greatest excitement pR vailed when Messrs. A. Laniothe and Philip Duchesnay, the Stcwarc drew up the competitors, twelve in number on the hill overlov)king the station. The nppearancc at the start was truly picturesque. 'I'hc bystanders gazed upon the line of smart atJilctic fellows with a feeling of admiration. Some were clothed in Indian costume, others in light blanket coats and ia the countenances of all could be seen an animated expression of hope that Dame Fortune would favar each of them. At a given signal off they go, soine running, some walk- ing and each choosing the direction, which he thinks tlic most likely to lead him to the goal. Immediately in rear of the main body could be seen a young fellow with his coat thrown off, and in a white shirt, quietly follow- ing thetra.:k of his fellow compelilois, till he reached the brink of the fnst hill above the station, with the greatest ease he took the lead and dashed into the tbrest closely followed by Messrs. Hughes, Rinloul, John McCord, Coffin, Macauley, Morris, Thomas Taylor, and (Jhailcs W. Radiger, the two latter gentlemen walked from Montreal having half an hour to rest before starting in the race. From that moment the race was blank to the spectators and the hundred sleighs drove off to the hotel to await the arrival of the winner. Exactly two and a half minutes from the time of starting, while all were standing with anxiety on the gallery of Comte's hotel, a voice called out "here comes the man with the white shirt" and sure enough in She distance, Frank Dowd, was comingand in a short space of time touched the winning flag having accomplished the thiee miles, up hill and thro' forest in 25 minutes. Seven minutes afterwards the next competitor arrived, McCord and Radiger, were a tie for third place and the rest arrived one by one, at intervals of three and four n^nutes. Wlien aTl had cooled ofT, the sumptuous dinner was served by mine host to which ample justice was done. Everything was conducted in perfect harmony and all felt happy and satisfied at the arrangements of the day. Mr. Hughes, President of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club presided. At the dinner the following toasts were proposed and well received. The Queen, song by the Company, "God save the Queen." Her Majesty's representative in this Colony, General Sir Wm. Eyre, a member of the Club. Mr. Dowd, the winner of the medal, here the President presented Mr. Dowd wiih tlie medal, when he replied in neat and appropriate terms. Our Sister Clubs. Responded to by Mr. Morris df St. George's Club. Mr. Dowd, proposed N. H. Hnghei' health, which was received with highland honours and responded to by Mr. Hughes. Mr. Lamothe proposed— Our friends from the Country. Responded to by Mr. Chas. Rolland, of St Marie. Mr. Rolland proposed Mr. Lamothe, to which Mr. Lamothe replied. The President pioposed— Thi Ladies. Responded to by Mr. McCord, Mr. Macauley pioposcil— Our Host. Mr. Comte respon- ded in happy terms. Major Campbell, -by Mr. Rolland. Other volunteer toasts were proposed, and fongs sung, until 49 time wiimeJ the Revellers to take him by tlie foieloclc, which was accordingly grasped, and after a few happy moments spent in the drawing Rooms, where music and dancing were indulged in for a brief space, the train was taken for Montreal. All separated delighted with Mr. Comte's good accommo' dation and excellent fare, hoping soon to visit him again. Suc!j was the St. Hyaciuthe race and one more laurel added to the wreath of the club. A few of the members including N. TI. Hughes, Tlios. Taylor, Chas. W. Radiger, Saml. Macauley, Jno. McCord, W. H. Rintoul, wallced into town (23 miles) dispensing with all such aid us the Railway, teams etc., THE " AVROR V* SNOW SHOE CLUB. Annual Races of the " Aurora" Club took place upon the Mile End Course, on ^farch 5th, when a large number of spectators were present. 4 Mile Indian Race for purse $25, five entries, Joseph won in 29}^ m. defeating Karronta, Tgnace, Lazarre, and Pierre. 200 yds. Hurdle Race was won by Jno, Brown, defeating M. P. Stevenson, J. Dionne (Indian) A. Lecompte, Geo. Follenus, and R. Gray, who fell, coming in third, Indian was second. Four Mile club walk was won by James Gray, who led from the start in 44 m. 14 sec. defeating H. Walker, Ogden, and Chas. Hanson. Boys Yi mile was won by Brault in 3 m. 20 sec, Two mile race for Club gold medal, was won by R. Gray, who took the lead and led throughout win- ning in 14 m. 1 5 sec. defeating Jno. Brown, J. W. Bleakly, and Frank Edgar, Brown came in second, five yards ahead of Edgar. Garrison Race, one mile. Stewart first ($10) 8 m. 2 sec. Neill ($4,) 8 m. 15 sec. Clark ($2,) 8 m. 18 sec. all soldiers of the 17 th R.egimer.t. 100 yds. Dash, silver medal, Club Race, was won by Jno. Brown, in 19 seconds defeating R. Gray and P>ank Edgar. One mile consolation Race, 8 entries including three Indians was won by a redskin in 6 m. 20 sec. MINrTE.4 OF ANN1TAI. MEETINO. The following minutes of Annual Meeting were omitted in their proper place. At this Meeting it was moved by R. H. Stephens seconded by W. H. Rintoul : — •'That in future^ new Members be admitted by Ballot, being previously proposed and seconded at a Meeting of the C\\ih."— Carried. After which, R. H. Stephens proposed, seconded by Wm. Brown : — "That the officers of club be empowered to draw up a Con. stitution and By-Laws to be submitted for approval by club.'' — Carried. 51 Also moved by N. H. Hughes, sec nded by Geo. Parys : *' That the club meet during the wbter for walking. Wed- nesday evenings at half past 7 and on Saturday afternoons at 3 o'clock. " — Carried, The Roll numbered 67 members, The following account of a walk with the " Montreal" Snow Shoe Club, which we ^ind in the Montreal Transcript deserves a place in tlie History, as it conveys a pretty correct idea of the healthy and manly sport : Reader, have you ever been out snow-shoeing. If you have not, you are to be pitied for your ignorance of one of the greatest pleasures which enliven the tedium of a Canadian winter j and, out of the abundance of my charity, I wiil en- deavour to throw a ray of light over the darkness of your un- derstanding. For this purpose, I invite you to accompany the Montreal Club in one of their walks over the Mountain, if you will grant me the patient attention the magnitude of the subject demands. Half-past seven o'clock ! and here we are at the rendevous, in Sherbrooke street, and here also are the members of the Snow-shoe Club, headed by their worthy President and Vice- President. ** There were giants in those days," and these two gentlemen, from their height, seem to be of the race of the Anakim. Your obsei-vation leads at once to the knowl- edge of the fact, that all the members are in appropriate cos- tume, namely, a blanket coat, with capote attached, firmly bound round the waist with a sash or belt ; blanket continua- tions, and mocassins of moose-skin ; together with the indispen- 52 sible snow-shoe. These, you will see, are made of hickory, bent so as to form an oval in front, and tapering gradually to the rear, where they are tightly fastened together, and adonicd, round the sides, with tufts of crimson wool. At an open space near the front, a thong of deerskin is fastened, forming an aperture for the reception of the great toe. The thong is then crossed over the top of the foot, passed round, and tied at the sides ; thus leaving the heel at liberty to move up and down upon the shoe, and resting tlie weight of it upon the toes. " All right" is the signal given, the number of members present ascertained, and at the word away they go, in Indian file. The route is across the Mountain ; for your snowshoer looks with contempt upon the beaten road. The more of im- pediments in the shape of hedges, ditches, and fences, the bet- *er for his purpose. Off they go, at a rattling pace, for the President stc]Ds out^ like him of cork-leg notoriety, and each member has to keep up with him. It is a bracing night, clear and cold, the air sharp and exhilarating, keenly admonishing sluggards, that if they do not hurry, the cold will prove too strong for them. The moon is up, shedding her pale silver light upon the city below, and the mountain above, revealing in chastened splendor its dark outline, and showing the trail of the walkers as they twine their way upwards. Now we are in full heat ; "the smoke of our nostrils is terrible," and hair and beard are whitened by the sharp frost. But what matter ? The wild blood is careering through the veins with redoubled speed, and we feel all the intoxication of the pure cold air, which we breathe faster as out pace increases. On- ward "tve go ; our spirits enlivened, braced up, and mounting higher and higher, as the dark forest seems to invite us on. Excelsior ! is the motto ; over the snow wreaths, through ra- }.t « ,: i S3 vines, round perpendicular rocks — still onwards. Excelsior ! Excelsior ! Now an ugly fence crosses our track ; with one spring the Pr'^sident clears it, and each one in succession takes the leap. A ditch is surmounted in the same uncere- monious fashion. And so, still upward we go, till the power- ful voice of our leader is heard giving the word of command, " Halt I" and we have reached the summit. The roll is call- ed, in case there should be any stragglers, and off we set, down the other side, leaping every obstacle which impedes our downward race, for do^vn we go at the double, till the hospitable door of Mount Pleasant Hotel, at Cote-des-Neiges, opens to afford us admittance. The shoes are taken ofT, and the party range themselves round the table, to partake ot re- freshments of biscuits, cheese and ale ; for no spirits or wines are p.llowed by the rules of the Club. No ceremonious party, starched up and stiffened to the ri- gidity of courtly etiquette, are our Snowshoers. Each glow- ing face is lighted up with great satisfaction, as the pretty waitress enters with a tray bearing tv/o or three enormous jugs of the creaming malt, whose foam white as the snow without, betokens that no sourness has tainted the delicious gout, and that it is as good and fresh as the party are thirsty. The ce- lerity with which the first two glasses disappear is amazing, as the vanishing of Hamlet's ghost, — " 'Tis here ! 'tis there ! 'tis gone »" But the first draught or two taken, the company settle down seriously for a couple of hours' fun. ' What a bull !' you ex- claim. ' Stop, stop, not so fast if you please. Look at the glance of firm determination to be merry, as each one settles himself at tl:e table, prepared to do justice to the bread, cheese, and ale, which are plentifully supplied by our host 54 Moore, after the wants of each are satisfied, song follows song in quick succession, till the rapid flight of time, as demonstrat- ed by the old fashioned clock, in the corner, whose musical bell rings out the hour of ten, tells them that "home" is the watchword. The small sum of six pence stg. is each one's contribution ; the bill is discharged, snow shoes tied on, and the route again taken over the mountain. Then, to bed confessing that snow-shoeing is a glorious institution, give a heavy yawn, and sleep, sound as a top, till morning, with no fear of a night-mare before your eyes. SEASON 1830-1860. The Annual Meeting was held at Dolly's on the 3rd December 1859, when the following were elected office-bearers, Romeo H. Stephens.— /^r^j/iuUling iiilo bloom, issued the t'ollowitig chiillongo, dalod lylh |inui;ny iSOo. **CHAl,!-KN(!K TO SnoW SiIOF.Ks" " The Montreal Si\ow Shoe Chil) oflei a silver " cup (value $40) as a prize to be eotnpcled for by " members of the rlub against " all comers." Entries '• to be n\ade with the Secretary within ten days." 'I'his challenge was never accepted by any o( I he city clubs, much to our disappointment. TIIK riVK Mll.K WALK. The Annual five mile walk took place on Saturday 2 1 St January i860, on the Mile End Course. Five started, Nfessrs. F. H. Fisher, W. H. Ritih)ul, T. W. Taylor, J. Kedpath, and C'has. Ihush. Ihush and Redpath retired after walking two miles, leaving tlie race to the other th.ree. " During the race the greatest excitement prevailed among the s[)ectalors, the men were well matched and kept close together, so that it was impossible to say who would be the winner. They passed the winning post on the last mile, loudly cheered, Fisher about four yards ahead of Taylor and eight ahead of Rintoul. Owing to the thaw the track was in a heavy condition and the time (56m.) in consequence w:is slow, notwithstanding it is the best upon our record. After the race the club tramped to ^[oore's SS9R m^"^i"W"W* 56 ^1\ \c ast the Inie it whcfc fiixty momljcrs s.it down, nnd enjoyt-d n, hcnrty dinner. The nc( ks of nil the turkeys, j the dub On February ,<;* ,^* T*"* ''^'^ ■ "Aurora" Snl/sll'of J;'"? Annua. Races of the Montreal Cricket field ,d,l V ^^^ "P"" f'e -^-e race .ere ^:;';:;-i--f--an. ^"e Annual R •^'^u^iay. i -:.^s..~, *-• "* ■*■■ - close contest bv 7 \'^?^' ^P^n b i" 30 minute!^' '"°" "'i^^'- ^ " '^o yards ir n ^ ^O'^PetUors, 18 sec ^ '^^ ^^"'-^^^^ r^ce, open (belt) H £ ^ competed. ^^'^^» S:ave t.p. ^ whUes ^d -/^^'^'l , '°° y-rds dash, open r„, , ■— - - «0 to/ , ^"^'^"^ 3^-3S«c. S,eveio°:eco'„7', There was a Soldiers' race on the programme, but on account of elcctiqus, the^troops .fQT^ confined to Barracks. After presentation of prizes to the winners by the President and three cheers for the Queen etc., the day's sport came to an end. The dinner took place in the evening at Dolly's. , .1 BACE AT liACHINE. Oh March 7th 1861, a notice appeared in the daily papers, to the effect that a " silver cup and " a purse of money will be run for at Lachine " on Saturday. A sjx^cial train at reduced rates will "lea\'e Bonaventure Depot and quite a number *' of visitors are expected. Members of the various a 1 > J^4 h w 72 "city clubs are expected to "compete; and it is "expected to be very close and exciting. The ;?* contest will take place upon Dawes' fiL^m." ':T McOII^Ii ITjriVERSITY RACES. On March 12th 1861, the University Races came off on the McGill College Ground, when George Massey won the mile race (silver medal) easily in 6 m. 20 sec. C. Peers Davidson, the 100 yds. Dash (silver medal) in ^s. and 17s. defeating a field of eight. Richard Tate won the ^2 mile (silver medal) in 3 m. 4 sec defeating a field of six. John Ferguson won the 100 yds. Hurdle race (silver medal) defeating C. Peers Davidson, and five others. The two mile race (silver medal) was won by Richard Tate in 1 4 m. 1 5 sec. C. P. Davidson second, six started. jf The last and most amusing was the cap and gown race of half a mile, for a silver cup. The entries were numerous and owing to the students being obliged to run in their "trenchers" and " gowns,'* the competitors gradually fell off and after a spirited contest was won by D. R. McCord in 3>^ m. followed by DeWitt. The competitors were all Students, although in a year or .so later most of their names figured promi- nently as members of the Montreal and Aurora Clubs. i •.; PBEMENTATION OF A CVP. Lieut. General Sir VVm. F. Williams presented a cup to be run for by members of the club, when after some discussion it was thrown open to members of city clubs. •* WILLI A9IM'« 4;iJP BA€E. The race (three miles) came off on the Cricket ground on Thursday afternoon March 14th, after several postponements on account of the weather. :»l HONORARY STEWARD. Lieut. Gln. Sir Wm. F. Williams, K. C. B. stewards. Col. Bradford, K. C. R. Col. Namer, C. B. Col. Dvde, Col. Rolland. Arthur Lamothe. THE RACES. The day broke bright and clear and after all their disappointments the "Montreal" were rewarded with a splendid day. The Cricket ground was crowded with the elite and beauty of the city to witness the struggle for supremacy between the clubs. Additional attractions were offered in the shape of other races, first on the programme being the HURDLE RACE. 120 yards, for a silver medal. Five or six started 1/ iifi H . but Jolin Murray's tall form soon swept to the front c Icaring ihc hurdles in beautiful style, landing himself a winner in ly sec. T. R. V/hitchead and John Rogers some distance behind. This was followed by the i. lOO YARDS DASir. in heats for a silver medal. There wcrurst of speed as to electrify the spectators, and leaving Cjray far in the rear rushed past the " [)ost" the winner of the ** cup," amidst the wildest enthusiasm and the con-. gratulations of his club. 'I "he time was very good 21 m. 2o s. Mr. Ciray, (A) second in 21 m. 30 s. C. Broster, (A.) third 22m. 40s, , . ^.m T/ ..? ' !' The races closed with the ^ ; » ,/ 1 •t. ' ♦ . ! - HALF MILE GARRISON RACK. This race always so full of ludi( rous situations was no different in character from others of its like, and those of our readers who have seen the gallant fp defenders of our country, floundering and rolling about, encumbered by those rascally frames of gut and hardwor)d, c hristened "snow shoes" and supplied by Ciovernrnent to their unsophisticated wearers will bear me out when I say that one of the best recipes for the " blues" is to be present at a. }4 mile race on snow shoes open only to the (iarrison. The race was won by Devine in 4 m. 10 s. Corby second. ..^i. , ., ..,; , .,^ >,fj.H- The "cup" was presented to Hartland MacDougall by the General, who said : — "I give you this cup,- with all my heart, you have won it bravely," enthu- siastic cheers greeted the recipient. - After three hearty cheer.s for the Queen, and the Ciencral the sports closed. ' The Dinner took place on the evening of Feby. 23rd, at Dolly's. ••<> The roll of mombers numbered 75 this season. "TRAMP OVKK THE MOUNTAIN." A; r . — « • Dixie's Lund. " Wo (akc our places on the snow shoe trail, And do not fear the piercing gale, March .away! march away I , Mardi away o'er the snow. O'er mountain lop an •1 i '\ I I 77 Clwrm, -To Cole dcs >'fij;os let us liaslc away, Hooray 1 hooray I In darkest night or pale moonliglit, ^' " I if Tramping to the hill of snow I , .,. , ,, Away! away! <,,.•(, Away to the hill of snow J - Away ! away ! "• , ; Oat west to the hill of snow In the clear, cold sky, the polar star, Like beacon light is shining fa/i', Shine away ! shine away ! Shine away I beacon star. , ,. ; Over ice-bound hill, boys, off we trai..p, Lighted by yon wanderer's lamp ' • ' Shine away! shine away ,,(,(. /: Shine away, beacon btar. CWw.v, To Cote des Neigcs, &c., .... ' ''-'■ The summit gained, we at resi our march To gaze awhile wlieie northern arch ., >, Shoot away ! shoot away ! ,._, Shoot away, northern light. Its lance-like flame in s|)!endor bd host, with kimlly greeting, I lis guests' dctnands is ever meeting, Sing away ! sing away ! Sing away! we're at rest. Then Hown V)cfore our cheerful platter, A merry l)an • <":■ Chorus, — To Cote dcs Ncigcs, &c. "SNOW SIIOK TRAMP.** BY AIFRKP BAILKY Up, up, the morn is beaming, ... '• Thro' the forest gk-anis the sun, ■' Rouse ye sleepers, time for dreaming When our daily work is (h)ne. ■ Bind the snow shoe, fast with thong too See that all is tight and «ure, What's amiss too, all's a bliss to The brave young Nor'w^st VoyagiHfs. Ch >rus. 'I'r.T.np. kr.inip, on snow shoes tramping, All the day we marching go, Till at night, by fires encamping, ' • We find couches on the snow. .i; ■t' ■ :i. .-•-.-*/ .7 Oh! how i.-^n men fiu'l pleasure Tt! the City, dull and drear, Life's a frecflom, life's a treasure. While we do enjoy it here, Aha ! ha ! ha ! aha ! ha ! ha ! Sec the novice dowi once more, I'till him out, so, lift him up so. i Many's the fall he's had before, c korus. — 'l>amp, tramp, &c. I fi i t I I- 79 K n may talk of steam and railroads, r-ut too well our comrades know We can beat the fastest engine I' a night tramp o'er the snow. ' * • It inay puff, sir, it may blow, sir, ' ' 'It may whistle, it may scream, ■ •' But lightly dipping, gently tijiping, ' Snow shoes leave behind the steam. Chorus. — Tramp, tramp, &c. SNOW SHOE SONG, COMPOSED FOR "MONTREAL" BY G. P. {Tune *' Long time ago") ^ Once in old Hochelaga, as many now here know, A band of gay and gallant youtlis, a snow shoeing did go ; They tramped o'er hills and meadows, while the i>now flakes merrily fell, And agreed to found a snow shoe f Jub, to be called the "Montreal." T'was thus this first club started, many, many years ago, They showed "white men ' can travel, as the Red Skins well do know. , -I ,, .. ^-- On the Old St. Pierre Race Tourse, their standards oft did wave, T"wa£> there the l/amontagncs and IJiowns beat many an Indian /^rarv ; T'was there where first the "Red .Skins" in s.hame their heads, held low When beaten by this "pale face'' club, a long time ago. Some Phoenix yearly rises who can travel over snow, At a pace that would astonish " a long time ago." i Since iliis "old club" first started, many othershavc sprung up. Hut none have ever won from us, a " prize" medal i)r " cup" I'loni all sides to our races, hist year oppt.)ncnls came, Our runners altho' few, kept up the name of this club "game" They showed to all beholders, as they Hew over the snow. That they didn't shame their "great names" of along time auo. So Altlio' we're few in numbers, we belong to the riglit breed, And won't succuml) to any in point of phick or speed, Yon mny take a lot of ShaiiijliaM and place them in a row. A game-cock's sure to lick ihcni ;ill, and iheu for more he'll crow ; ' '7 ^ o — The foun/ Tlie Annual Meeting took place at Dolly's on Friday evening, Ctli December 1861, when 28 members were present, f''^' ^■' «i jm ivj « ni.i.iuijv.. j A vote of thanks was presented to Mr. llartland MacDougall, for his efforts on behalf of the club and the " plucky" manner in which he won- the " Williams' cu])" from " all comers." >^ '- '^-^i ^' '«• '< . The iollowing gentlemen were elected officers for the coming season. ., . . . ...• v. ,u> ) •, iwO"' N. II. Hughes, rresUent, ' j, George Parvs, ist Vice-President. '•*i.' W. II. KiSTOVL, snti Vice-Presicfrnf. ^ > i. J > ^V. II. Woods, Sec re fury- Trt^asurer,.,, ^ij,i},.«:^' : • ' ^r ?:.. ,iM'::»i 4 Committee. ;^ ,,(u. i.v;;oi .-;;// A. Lamotiie, W. G. Murray, Tiros. Coffin, \V. II. Stanley. There were 7 5 names on the Roll. , ^ The musters during the season were small. The average attendance l)eing 12 owing to the fact tliat M V 8i .(11 It V ■Ml lis I' * •if*! •'n I: i I! ,:■» our dub in conjunction with the "Aurora" had organized a Rifle Regiment, which now shines a bright particular star amongst the lesser kiminaries of our MiHtia heaven. Long may the " Victorias" flourish and bear in honour a name rendered immor- tal by years of a great and glorious reign. The " Bea- ver" Lacrosse Club members were the first origina- tors of the scheme during the summer preceding but as most of the gentlemen forming it, were also prominent members of both clubs, they will probably pardon the pride which dictates a share in the honour of its formation to the Snow Shoe clubs. Much interest was taken in the oiganization and it was feared that the laurels so long held by our club, would be rudely plucked, by the rival clubs since "Our great snow shoers Imd turned soldiers got drilled every night," •* Were training like blazes not to run, but to fight." The first tramp of the season took place upon Saturday afternoon, January i8th 1862. The day was rough and stormy, only seven members were present, they crossed the Mountain to Moore's, spending the usual time there, returning to town about 10 o'clock. ■ ' - " ANNUAL FITE MILE WAI.K. i On Saturday afternoon the 8th February, the walk took place upon the Cricket ground, the club, BM 'T Sa mustered in force, and tlie following gentlemen took their places at the "scratch" Messrs. Frank Dowd, Frank Fisher, R. M. Barnard and T. W. Taylor. The course was half a mile round, Taylor took the lead at starting, on the fourth round Fisher, who was second, had to droj) out through illness, and after a close competition the former won in 53^^ minutes, Dowd second, Barnard third. PRRHf»Ei\T*» DINNER. On the 22nd February, the President invited the members to a feast at Moore's. ., :, ., . ,. > They mustered ten strong and *' walked up Duro- "cher street, crossed east end of the Mountain, " to test the mus<;les of the "gallant Cew" our leader '• led up a high bank, the snow was so soft and '* deep, we had to use both hands and feet, after "struggling for 15 minutes, we reached the summit, " that gained, the lead was followed through devious " paths etc, crossing the cemetery, and by a long "detour through the fields, made for Moore's. M . • " Our leader was determined to create an appetite " for the proper discussion of the feast in store. " After a time Moore's was reached, all in good " spirits and showing by our feverish impatience the " cravings of the "inner man." Soon however the "welcome sound " dinner's ready" smote upon our " ears and little else was heard for some time but the ^3 "clatter of the knives and forks. Our i)arly was " auginented by the arrival of quite a nuinher of the "members who preferred dri\'ing out. Our ever "welcome " Vice" George Parys, l)eing rather portly " in mien, and not relishing the ten mile appetizer "was one of these. After the cloth was cleared "Messrs. Parys and Hughes, always the life and " soul of our gatherings did mu< h to enliven the com- " |)any by their contributions of song and sjjeech. "I'he gathering broke uj) about lo and "all n\y' " soon rang out upon the frosty air as the route " home was taken." - . - , .., ,^,.7. "AUROUV CLUB. . . , , The " Aurora" Club races took i)lace upon thd Cricket ground on the 2nd March, (Jencral \Vi!'»ams and staff as well as a large number of the ofticers of the Garrison were present. The track was very heavy and time slow. The open mile race was won by Radiger of "ours." , !• y. n'> jaw^uu tiy^i^i* . Boys }i mile (snow shoes) was won by Jumes Brown in 4m. 16 sec. '^' • "J-«*' •*»* "■»« Fournjiles, Indian race, open, Takirlionle won in 34in. U'i by a yard. 4 Indians and I white competed. ^ ->, u .^ Garrison, one mile, 28 competed, 18 of the 471I1, and lo of the l6lh Regiments. Story (i) (Jranlliem (2) and SkeeiJ.ie (3, all of the 47th, time 9 m. 35 sec. 150 yards Hurdle race, open, 5 competed, Ahhy Bro'An «4 (M- ) won first heat, k Invin M » . ' respectively. ' ^- ) "'on next two in 20 second^ One mile onen t.iu ' ^d "> add ,0 .be ,^1 ! T':'"''^' '« veo, fi„e "•"«ered i„ „.„.„,, ^^^^^ ' "; gave, the fair sex ardent admirer. '"»"•'»( to satisfy their most ;^{^t°r:r-J'--^•^e^ethe^e„ d'd happen, ,he Grand; afd\" "^"'"'^ '^'^"t b^vy of beauty only .such as t """"^'^ "'"^ » ■ '-e foiWin, 4 t l-ttr-:^" -''- CoL-M^S^/rl,^";'^- ^^""-». B..r..- ' AUGUSTUS IIEWAK,,, E,;, . ,'t-f-"0WNs,E;g.,^ ., Thesports opened rth the ' ($20) r I„^- ^'""'"' "Ol'R MILE ^* ^ S Indians and Charles Broster f x ^ » isroster (A.) competed. «-, ^r T I > II III Joseph won in 31 ni. Thomas (2) and prostcr (3) in 32^ m. JIURDLE RACE OPEN, (belt) was won by "Jim" Murray in 22 sec. defeating a field of 1 2. ^ One MILE OPEM, (silver medal) 8 whites and 2 Indians competed, won by Martin, (Indian) in 6 m. 4oscr. Dowd (M.) was third, close up. 150 YARDS, DASTI, heats, open, (silver medal) first heat was won by Irwin (A.) in 20 sec. Murray having been tripped. He however won the next two and the medal, in 19 seconds each. Half mile c;ARRif:oN, brought 16 to the post ; the majority of them 47tli men, Shenaian won ($6) in 5m. 5osec. McCormack ($4) Story ($2.) , ,, p , ,... Two MILE CLUn CUP, , ... ..i,i was won by Chas. W. Radigcr defeating in 14 m. \o sec. R. Barnett and I'homas Taylor. In the first half Barnett dropped out and Taylor followed juit in the third. , ., , - ,,, ,,,j^. - ../ Half mile dash, open, (silver medal) was contested by 16 competitors, five of whom were Indians, won liy Joseph, (Indian) in 3 m. 5 sec. . , , i : N 5 5-' 11 8r. General Williams prescnteJ the prizes to the lucky winners, after which the crowd dispersed. DINNER TO N. ir. niTOIIEHf. On Saturday 15th March 18C2, the club invited the President to a dinner, which took place at Moore's, 30 were present. Geo. Parys occupied the chair, with Mr. Hughes on his right. After the more substantial viands were disposed of and the prelimi- nary toasts drank, Mr. Hughes' health was proposed and responded to with all the honours. The evening passed away with song and speech and the company f/jparated after partaking of a steaming bowl of punch, which only Moore knew how to prepare to please the peculiar palates of "our ancient imbibers." The following song was composed on the occasion of our races, when from the interest taken in the " Victorias," it was feared our laurels would be rudely plucked by white rivals, it will explain itself and expresses fully the incidents of the races, whiUi our rivals thought to win. " THE RAGING WAR FEVER." (Geo. Parys.) Tune.— "F///^7«j and Ms Dinah" The raging war fever, this year sixty-two ' ' Caused snow shoeing matters to look rather blue, Good running and walking were looked on as trifles By the heroes who joined the Victoria Rifles. Ki too ral, li too ral, &c. V>>i N^^ t. ^ ^> %.^^ ^i E.MAGE EVALUATION TEST TARGET (MT-3) 1.0 U 1.25 S^ lift Hf U° 120 22 1.4 iiiiim III 1.6 m \ %^ O ^. ;\ e that last one ? ** Prevost, there's, no denying it, " This Montreal club's a fast one." Cho. — ^Tow row, etc. Thus at Lachine,, in tearing time. The leaders threij arrived. The rest close following, tmnble in \ 9« Meeting some who there had drived. Oh shame on them with snow shoe vmat, They should claim no relation ; "But when the dinner was announced, They seemed to take good station. CAif. — Tow row, etc., Some to denounce we do demur. You see they're all good fellows But though to drive they do prefer, They do not lack for bellows. If they would walk as they could talk. They'd be in all oerfection ; The fastest travellers ever knowlk I will say without exception. CA(f. — ^Tow row, ctc» Then on that day, with Tandem sleigh, j Drove out our good friend Whitehead, When he appeared, the club all cheered. Oh, they were much delighted. For he had horses good and trup. As ever worked in traces ; He drove back to town, a glorious few, And amongst them some Iwrd cases. CAo. — Tow row, etc, Put time is up, they start for town, The running men are l«ading Whitehead's whip is going now. The horses shew their breeding. For three long miles they headed us. But you see it would not last them — And bofore we reached the Tanneries, The runners fairly passed them. CAa. — ^Tow row, etc, But their load was heavy you may judge, And the club should thauk frieud Whitehead, For though he drives out ofteft *Tis to see that all is righted.' He picks up all the stragglers^ It is a charity to carry them, 'T would be a greater charity. If some fair m.»itl would marry them« CAo. — Tow row, etc, But here we arc again, boys. The club is always ready. To follow the "ancient President Who keeps it up so steady. And in our glorious exercise. We all should l)e good men and tnfe ; It is proper we should sometimes show, What the *' Montreal" snow shoe club tan dd, CAi>. — Tow row, etc,. Now listen boys of " Montreal" Do all the walking that you can, And remember whether short or tall. The mind's the standard of the man. And reason strong proclaims my song. In body sound you re sure to hud, A cheerful charity abound, And multitude of feelings kind. CAo. — Tow row, etc., The Annual Meeting took place at Dolly's on Monday evening 8th December 1862, when the following gentlemen were elected officers for tlie season. N. II. IIuGHES, Ffesident. W. H. RiNTOUL, I St Vice-President, W. H. Woods, 2nd Vice-President. W. G. Murray, Secretary-Treasurer, 9* «:OMMITTEEi L. Labellk, II. E. Murray, Tiios. Taylor. After some preliminary business it was moved by R. H. Stephens, seconded by W. H. Rintoul : — •♦ That the balance at the credit of the club in the Savings " Bank department of the Bank of Montreal, amounting to "sixty dollars, be presented to the Lancashire Relief Fmid." Carried unanimously. TRAXPfit, etc. The average attendance at the tramps increased slightly this season, it being about 17. The first one took place on January 17th 1863, the day was fine, but snow was light and scarce, club crossed the mountain to Moore's and returned to town by Cote St. Antoine. On February 21st. tramped to Lachine, only 10 being present, dined at Laflamme's. Another tramp took place to Ivachine on March 21st, instead of the supplementary races in conjunction with that for General Williams' cup (which were to have taken place that day) having been postponed. Twenty-five were present, they returned by way of the road, a thaw accompanied with rain having set in. March 21st, was appointed for races in connection with General Williams cup race, b\it the imfavorable state of the weather prevented them coming oE 93 The club walked to Lacliine, 25 were present, dined at Laflamme's. In the meantime rain having set in the snow shoers were well drenched before getting home. PBE(8IX>EBrT*S DIHrNEB. Took place on the 24th January, a thaw which completely obliterated all trace of snow compel- led the members, headed by the President to tramp round the mountain by Cote St. Catherine Road to Moore's where they partook of an excellent dinner, with all the etceteras. About 10 o'clock the party " broke up,'* all delighted as usual with everything in connection with the " spread." ««AVROBA** RACES. Took place on the 7th March 1863, on the Montreal Cricket field. The open mile was won by Radiger, and the Volunteer mile by H. S. Macdougall of " ours.'* Three mQe Indian race, ($20) Lefevre, first in 31 m. 58 sec Takarhonte, second. 150 yards Hurdle, (belt) T. G. Cullen, (A.) defeating E. A. Whitehead, (M.) and four others. yi mile boys, (snow shoes) George Dougall, won from a field of seven, in 3 m. 43 sec. Two mile club cup race, won by J. McEntyre, from a field of6vein 13 m. 50 sec. aoo yards dash, heats, (medal) T. G. Cullen, (A.) from a ield of six including E. A Whitehead, (M.) 94 One mile open, (silver medal) won by CHas. W. Radlger, (M) from a field of 4 including 3 indians, Ignace, Lefevre, and Martin, in 6 m. 8 sec. One mile, Garrison, won by Grantham (47th) ($io) Eton (S.F.G.) ($4.00) Burns (K.K.) ($2.00) time 7 m. 45 sec Run in Military snow shoes, as were all the Garrison races. One mile, Volunteer race, (prize, Rifle) won by Lieut. H. St. Clair MacDougall, V. V. Rifles (M.) from a field of $. GESTERAL LORD PAIJI.ET'S *«€ITP'« RACE. On March 15th 1863, the great contest took place for the " Cup " presented to the " Aurora '* club by Major General Lord Paulet, commanding the Brigade of Ciuards Stewards were Cien. Williams, Lord Paulet, Colonel Dyde and officers of Militia, Col. Stevenson S.F.G.,Capt. Moncrieffe, S.F.G., Capt. Earle, A.D.C., Colonels C. Whitney, and Osborne Smith. General Williams, owing to absence in Quebec was not present. The weather was very pleasant and attendance good. THE boys' half-mile. (snow shoes) was won by "Nellie" Vosburg, in 3 m. 5 sec. 150 YARDS HURDLE RACE. was won by T. G. Cullen (A.) in 16 sec The first heat was so closely contested that it was decided to run another, when " Abby " Brown (M.) who was I f 95 even with Cullen. fell at the last hurdle and Cullen won in i6 sec HALF MILE, GARRISON. was won by Jos. Riley. D. White, second, P. Lynch, third, all 47th men. 150 YARDS DASH. (silver medal) was won by by John Rodgers (M) in 18 and 17 sec. THE OREAT **€i;P>* BAC^E. was then in order and now was felt the truth of the poet's die turn " when Greek meets Greek " etc,. " Jt was well known that the entrants for this race were the choice of the Knights of the snuw shoe, all uf them renowned for speed and bottom and each and all the winners of many well contested races, tiie trophies of which they kept with pride and were anxious to add to them yet another, the last but not by any means the least Nor were there other motives to emula- tion wanting. It was well though tacitly understood that this was virtually a contest bet^iveen the " Montreal" and " Aurora" clubs and the best men of each were ready to champion their respective and highly honourable names. It was however o^n to all amateur snow shoers, and to the Militar>', the distance four miles. 1 i 96 The prestige of the men who were known as inttnding competitors deterred many an unworthy rival from entering the lists, which at starting held the following names ; Chas. Broster, R. Greig, Miller. Dixon, Tate, T. Edgar, Jas. Roy, George Massey, and Grey, of the "Aurora" and Frank Dowd, Chas. VV. Radiger and ITartland MacDougall of the " Montreal." After standing for a few moments like hounds on the leash, the word was given and they started in beautiful style, Grey leading, keeping it up the first mile, (7m. 22 sec.) MacDougall second, Broster led the second mile in 8 m. 5 sec. Grey second, Dowd gave up, Broster led the third mile in 8 m. 12 sec. Tate, Radiger, MacDougall, the latter fell just passing the winning post The com- petitors were getting smaller by degrees and beauti- fully less and predictions were freely hazarded and some bets taken as to whom the destinies had awarded the " cup" and what was more, who should be the successful vindicator of the honour of the respective clubs. The men did well but it " is not fn mortals to command success" and the relative positions were slightly changed at tlie end of the seventh half mile being thus; Tate, Broster, MacDougall, Radiger. The first two mem were ot the " Aurora," so the Dawn was by no means over- cast. MacDougall a deservedly favorite runner,—* 97 but who was v oefully out of trim, having been persuaded at tlie last moment !.o compete for the honour of the *'old cKib," — fell off considerably at this time and was unable to make up the lost leeway. Tate won the race in 30 ni. 49 sec. Broster second, MacUougall third, Radigor fourth. The last mile was run in 7 m. 10 sec. The winner was called to the stand and the " cup" presented by Lord Paulet, amid the enthusi- astic cheers of the " Aurora" men and other friends. This is the first great victory credited to our rivals on the race track. The defeat of two sach men as McDougall and Radiger beli.^ a victory worth recording. 1 ANBrrAL RACES. Took place on Saturday afternoon the 4tl,\ Marcn, on the Cricket ground, traditional chib weather greeted the advent of the race-day. A cutting wind swept the course, still the interest taken in the "old club" whose record blazts with victories won and trophies held by members, who have ^Tested them from the most noted aborigines, served to gather together a large crowd. Honorary Steiuard. — Gen. Sir Wm. F. Williams. Stewards. — Colonels Lysons, C.B., Stephenspn, S. F. G., Capt. Earle, A. D. (\, Messrs. Henry Thomas, E. M. ^Hopkins, H. S. MacDougalL 98 THE INDIAN FOUR MILE RACE, for ($20) Opened the sports, twelve bronzed sons of the soil dashed ofT at a rattling pace. At the last half mile all but three dropped out, and it was won by " Thomas " in 28 m. 20 sec. THE HURDLE RACE 150 YARDS, open, prize, (l^elt) brought out " Jim" Murray, and Stafford of '' ours" and E. Irwin and T. G. Cullen of the " Aurora," after a splendid race Murray won, Irwin, second. ONE MILE RACE, opx*n, (silver medal) proved to be ///^ race of the day, on account of the presence of an Indian named Tachitacka, who had won laurels in England and America, and was brought out specially to conquer all white opponents. He was a tall wiry- muscled specimen of his race, and the hopes •f the weak-hearted fell below zero, when he tooic up kis station along side Uie squarely built youth, on whom the hopes of our club rested. The word " go" was given and the Indian dashed off with the lead at a gait terrific to behold, at die end of the half mile, he had a long lead, when Radigcr gathering himself together executed one of his never to be forgotten ^ rushes" on the home stretch, ranged along side the aborigine, attempted to pass, ran locked for quite 99 !i I; a long ray, and, finally proving too strong for the Indian, passed him, winning by five yards in the fastest time on record (6 m. 2 sec) amidst the wildest enthusiasm. HALF MILE BOYS. (snow shoes) this brought out 17 ambitious youths, who were going to do their level best for half a mile. In this race your humble compiler made his debut and succeeded in getting three quarters of the way round, when that friend of played out humanity and inglorious defeat, " the stitch " came to his aid and forced him to relinquish his slim chances. The race was won by Tliomas Moore, son of the club house proprietor. ,,,, 150 YARDS DASH, * J heats, (silver medal) 13 entries, first heat was won by Murray, (M.) second heat was awarded to irwini (A.) who managed to get his breast in ahead of Murray. Tho judgment was not appreciated by the crowd, who by its crowding around the winning post, prevented the judges from attending properly to their duties. The third heat lay between Cullen and Irwin, both Aurora, Irwin won by a very short head. This was Murray's first defeat Garrison one mile, 12 entries, private Eaton, (S. F. G.) first, Private Blackwell, (G. G.) second. TWO MILE CLUB CUi», 6 started, C. Fisher won in 14 m. 32 sec. defeating A. Stewart, R. M. Barnard, George Matthews, Herron and Fraser. HAL? MILE DASH, open, ($5.00) won by C. W. Radiger, (M.) from a field of 14 in 3 m. 2 sec. W. L. Maltby, (A.) 2nd ; three Indians, Tacahonte, Lefevre and Martin, com- peted. Prizes were distributed by General Williams, after race.. • >'- ^ The Annual dinner took place in the evening at Doll/s. MNNEB TO PRESIBEirr. Was given at Moore's on the 28th March, about 30 members being present The good things were soon disposed of and all returned happy as pos^ sible to town about 1 1 o'clock. 61 names on the roll of members. £ « ^T 'i -it ( ,.■■ f * -:«k-. ■ TIic following songs were very popular during this season. "IN THE DAYS WHEN WE WENT SNOW SHOEING." In the days when we went snow shoeing A long time ago, Lamothes, Lamontagne, Colthurst and a few more that could go. 'Twas not p«rhaps the distance^ but the pace was hard to stand, O tot f r I As rushing on we went a gldrious little hand. Our hearts were light, our shoes all right, the travelling .^ was'nt slow, '' In the days when we went snow shoeing, a long time ago. Those days are past, still as they last each season brings its joys. The ?!iow shoes on again I feel, a boy among the boys. The heart 'tis said does not grow old as snow shoers never can. And tho* at heart a boy he feels, he's none the less a man. He'll bravely beat his path through life tho' stormy winds may blow, As we did when we went Snow shoeing, a long time ago. Now many other clubs are formed, are forming for the Geld, We took it first, we'll keep it boys to none of them we'll yield, They'll find us always ready, this club of Montreal Must stand, as it has ever stood, the foremost of them all i We love them well as snow shoers, we love them well they know, -l /£ But we went out a snow shoeing, a long time ago. Without some training, all may tell how little can be done, We've not so soon forgotten one JLimous five mile run. Loud boasting words will not avail remember every man. These other clubs will beat us, will beat us if they can, But e're that dismal day is known there's one man shall lie low, And he went out a snow shoeing, a long time ago. To win the prize, not only speed, but honoitr bright and true Should be the snow shoer's leading star and ever kept in view. His honour always stainless, his name upon the prize. The world may see, and he may show to other bright, i| bright eyes, Just think of it ye snow shoers, out on the pure white snow. And you'll ne'er regret your snow shoeing of a long time ago. Then at each meet the snow shoers' fleet, loud sing " God save the Queen" In this her reign of glory what wonders we have seen : Our mighty bridge of Canada now spans St Lawrence tide, ti t62 Well is it named " Victoria," our honour and our pride. More lasting monument of worth, no other land can show. It was tho't of first out snow shoeing a long tlr^e ago. Now cheer ye snow shoers good and true, the world however cold, Its bitter blast can never reach your glowing hearts so bold. And when old time in changing voice, says we may run no more, WeHl tell of what we once could do and what was done of yore. The boys will listen to the tale, their brave young hearts will glow. To be men like those old snow shoers, of a long time ago. Song to celebrate Annual Races of the club when some of our ranners, won the open races against heavy odds. Composed by Geo. Paiys, Esq. ^'■jti-* • .1 •' TRAVEL FAST." (air "camp down races.") ■.' But they were bound to get therCn Though stormy winds did blow Especially for the last few miles. So terrible to go. The start from town was ^>rett3r< Tlie snow shone bright and clear It really seemed a pity. That so fine a time of year All the club had not turned out ; 'Twas tho't that they could do i*: But many ere they reached St. Johns . iJecidedly did rue it. i The club tnie to their leader To follow him did try ; And why went he so fast that day All knew the reason why, He was bound to make good time And see what the club could do*. And the way some of them travelled Was a credit to that few. Stewart, Davidson and Castle The heroes of l^.e day, May proudly tell in days to comft When they've g-.own old and gray j How at half-past one they left the town, j And got to Lacadie, A quarter hour before the trairi That left Montreal at three. 107 ThU little band of leaders too, '•^'^'^ Went a hunting on the way, And a valuable muskrat They very soon did slay. The gallant rat had found the pace Too hard for him to stand ; He died bravely fighting hunters Upon the snowy strand. But darkness now is coming on, The winds do loudly roar ; Said Stewart to old Hughes "don't go so last.*^ *' I cannot run any more'* '' Said Davidson '* I've got the cramps," *' The snow is all in piles'* Said Castle, we must soon be there, ** We've run just twenty miles.'* Now lights at old St Johns we sec And soon we do arrive ; Some men are here before us, Brave men who always drive For the honour of the club, They stand up bright and true But the walking don't agree with them It is not what they can do. Now of the crowd so far behind On that eventful da". Some stopped to take refr^hments^ And many took a sleigh ; But Radiger in chaise of them They safely reached St Johns, With that especial appetite That to snow shoers belongs Then after supper, dance and song The Hotel does surprise. The people of the quiet town Can scarce believe their eyes 1 11 io8 Said they " these men on snow shoes" Have come from Montreal, And instead of going to their beds They're going to have a dance. Now here's to the old club, my boys ;, .J It always is the same, ; -^^ ^^^ Its members ever ready To support its name and fame ; Among us we can always had, Some runner bold who can r Out-travel any other club, Or any other man. •f PRESIDENT'S DUmrCB. took place at Moore's on the 6th February a large number was present, and ever)rthing passed off to the satisfaction of all concerned. .'1 /I'll ASNVAIs -BACES. 'it took place on 20th February on the Montreal Cricket field. The weather was beautifully clear and bright, although a little cold with a strong breeze blowing, the attendance was large and highly respectable, the larger half of the grand stand being occupied by Ladies. The judges' stand was occupied by General Williams, CoL Dyde and Jno. Penner Esq. The course was thronged with spectators on foot and in sleighs. FOUR MILE INDIAN RACE, ($20) seven Indians and one white, W. L. Maltby, ') i 5t(>0t 109 (A.) competed, Maltby when running second drew out at third mile, Joseph Lefevre won in 28 m. Michel second. 100 YARDS HURDLE RACE, (belt) was won by H. E. Murray, (M.) Frank Johnson second ONE MILE, (silver medal) 5 entries, John McEntyre, (A )won an Indian being second. ' BOYS HALF MILE, (snow shoes) was won by John Watson. ^^^. ^.^^^,^0 100 YARDS DASH, «' uvJ'^Glah^e ^tH (silver' medal) won by R Irwin, (A) Fl^ank John- son, (M) second. loj GARRISON HALF MILE, -*JiJw/ first prize ($6.00) won by private Eaton, second ($4.00) by private Firth, third ($2.00) by M^rog-..^, gins, all of the Scots Fusilier Guards. . ^mocK) TWO MILE CLUB CUP RACE, C ^<1T won by George Massey, m 14 m. 5 sec. Barnard second, Frank Johnson, third. OPEN MILE, for ($5.00) won by Chas. W. Radiger, (M.) i.iJtUi no The following "pleasaunte legende," is from the pen of an old member (VV. G. S.) and was contri- buted to our collection by Mr. George Sully. <-U 9i **A PLEASAUNTE LliGENDE OF YE SHRINE OF OUR LADYI OF YE HILLE OF SnOWES." J i A Saint whose name is much revered 'Twas Saint Alphonso Liguori, His pious course one day had Steered Toward a shrine unfamed in story, ; Yet not unworthy such a glory, I mean our Ladye of the Hill of Snowes ; A shrine that just before your nose When from the mountain downward West, You turn to seek where beer is best. Alack ! the Saint had well nigh fainted, ' Having travelled all the day, Twixt Heaven and here 'tis far they say ; So entering a goodly ian (Where I myself have often been,) He called for breal and beer and cheese. Wayfarer's and now how good are these. When after tramping on for half a day. At quiet inns they make a two hoar's stay. The Saint sat in a rockujg chair. Resting a stout and handsome pair Of limbs, upon aaother chair. And when the beer came in, and he Had drank about enough for three. And eaten eke the bread and oheese •T XII !l "I And on tKc whole felt quite at ease, He to himself began to think How much will cost me, all this drink | And felt perplexed and deucedljr vexed That he'd so very little left, Of what the pious caii "vile dross." Though if they've none, they feel the loss So sorely, that they use their craft. And all their hypocritic wiles, To make themselves up goodly piles. Our Saint, put out his head at door And called the landlord, Dominick Moon., As good a fellow by my word. As ever didn't draw a sword. To who»n the Saint when he came in "How much my friend o'th root of sin," " Dost charge f»r all that I've tucked in ?" ** Quoth Dominick, Sir" 'tis fifteen pence *• What ! fifteen pence for this immense" *' Amount of bread and beer and cheese?" I'm Saint Alphonso Liguori." Down Dominick Moore went on his kneeai, *' Witness around my head the glory** ^5 *' And take a Saint's word Dominick dear" " All jolly Saints who love good beer, *' I'll tell of your accommodation," '• And of your cheap and good collation" " A friend of mine too I'll inspire," " Who hath a jolly poet's lyre." " In his most sprightly verses to indite this story," "How well you treated Saint Alphonso Liguori" i tl2 ••OKAVD TRVXK** cum. This Club, a private organization, held races at different times, but was not a regularly constituted club. We give particulars of those which were hef<^ at Point St. Charles on March loth 1863. —n We include as far as possible the meetings of all city clubs, so as to complete the Record of Runners who subsequently joined our club and others of more recent date. One mile, club race, Mackrill ($10.) R. M. Roy ($5.) Half mile. Apprentices only, Robt Stenhouse. One hundred yards dash, heats, McCuIloch. , Half mile, Mackrill, (1) J. Taylor, (2.) Hurdle Race, R. M. Roy, (i) C. O. Barker, (a.) Quarter mile Consolation, Townsend. Half mile, hurdle, Mechanics, only, McDou^all ($10.) Irvine (2) Cranshaw, (3,) Half mile, scratch race, R. M. Roy. ••CtVAND TBUHTK** CLUB. ' The Races of the above club took place at Point St. Charles, on February 20th 1864, and were as follows : Two mites, open, won by W. L. Maltby, (M.) $20. Thomasj ($10.) One mile, (dub) J. Telfer, ($10.) J. Harder, ($6.) Half mile. Boys (club,) F. Palmer, ($5,) A. Moffatt, ($3.) One hundred yard? dash, heats, (club,) R. M. Roy, ($ia) 1X3 Half mile, (club,) J. Harder, ($10.) W. G. Maclcrill, (2) Telfer was thrown down, but in consideration of his chances i was awarded a prize. ] Hurdle race, (club,) R. M. Roy, ($6.) W. Townsend, ($4.) Half mile, Consolation, J. Tayloi^, ($8.) J. W. GregUstine, ^ ($6.) A. Dougall, ($3.) Half mile, garrison,— Firih, ($iO.) Grcggins, ($5. ) Black* ^trcll ($3.) i After the above programme was gone through, some matches were run off, the winners were as follows. Half mUe, J. Harder, ($18.) W. G. MackriU, ($10.) J. Telfer, ($5.) One mile, Frank Johnson, (M.) $20. J. McEntyre, ($10.) P. W. McEntyre, ($5.) Half mile, garrison, Williami, ($5.) Blackwell, ($3.) "AimOBA** CI.VB. -.» <« i ..l;.r„.<_^.» For the benefit of those Readers who may wish to preserve the record of this club's races we think it well to insert here, meetings which took place some years since and which have not been inserted in their season. ,^» FOUR MILS WALK, -(;.» Club race for a gold medal, was competed for on the Cricket field on the 9th February, i86i. The day was very cold, and the track heavy, Charles Broster won in 39X in* defeating James Gray, McEntyre^ Jno, Knox, Kemp, F, Edgar, and Churci, SBSBEESSissssamamm 114 FOUR MILE WALK, ' SkvEli;' THREE MILE RUNNING RACE. The above race, took place on the 13th February 1864, and was open only to members ; prize gold medal, which was originally intended as the prize for the winner of the " walk" of i86i*62-'63, but as no gentleman won the "walk" two years in succession, the medal was competed for in the above three mile running race. The track was very heavy, the snow being in heavy driA^, five started, Wm. I* Maltby forced ^lae pace and ran his men off their feet at end of fii"st mile in 6 m. 52 sec. ^cond mile, Sin. 7& thud milC) Sm. 12 sec. Total 23 m. lo. - I LOBD pAri.ET's **evtr* back. On March 12th 1863, the Supplementary Races of the " Aurora" Snow Shoe Club, took place upon the Cricket ground. The day was fine and the I IIS course was thronged with spectators. The Races were under the patronage of Major General Lord Pauiet, and officers of the Brigade of Guards. The first race was the HALF MILE STEEPLE CHASE, ' "' over 8 hurdles, 3 feet high, six competitors started. The Race was won by E. Irwin, (A.) but on s protest being made the Judges decided that it had been unfairly run, and was contested again when J. G. CuUen (A.) won the prize, a handsome silver cup presented by the President. Time 3 m. 17 sec 150 YARDS DASH, GREEN, ^t ^,, j was won by Fred Tetu, from a field of seven in 19 and 20 s. Sn'i i LORD PAULET S CUP, four miles, open to all clubs In the Province. There were only two competitors, J. Taylor and Richard Tate, both members of *' Aurora". At the end of the second mile Taylor abandoned the race, which was won by R. Tate in 28 m. 53 sec After the prizes were awarded to the succesfiful competitors, the proceedings were terminated with three cheers for the Queen, Lord Pauiet, — ^who was represented by Capt. Earle, and for others whom space will not permit of mentioning; but evidently to the satisfaction of the multitude. *• AVKOtLA** CI^mB. Annual Races took place upon the Cricket field on March 5th i86ii. under the patronage of the i! i ti6 Hon. Jas. Lindsay, and officers of the Brigade of Guards. The weather was fine and there was a large attendance Four mile race, open, Eight Indians and R. Tate entered. Thomas, ($io.) won in 30 m. 7 sec. I^febvre, ($6.) Martin, ($4. ) Tate was fourth. 150 yards hurdle, open, in heats, silver medal, won by E. Irwin (A.) J. G. CuUen (A.) Wm. Carson. (3) 7 competed. One mile, open, silver star, Chas. \V. Radiger (M. ) Cm. 31s. J. McEntyre (A.) 7 entries. ' ' ' i. Boys half mile, (belt,) J. A. Stevenson, (i) G. W. Major, (2) Jno. Alexander, ( j) time 3 m. 47 sec. 16 competitors. 150 yards dash, heats, silver medal, E. Irwin (A.) F. Johnson (M.) 2nd J. G. Stenhousc, 3rd time i6}4 sec. each Eight entries. Club cup, two miles, won by W. L. Maltby, in 13 m. 585. J. Pridham, (2) three entries. ' " • 1 • One mile, garrison, Blackwood, G. G. ($6.) Groome, ($4.) S. F. G., Groggins, ($2.) S. F. G., time 8 m. 20 sec. 18 competitors. Half mile steeple chase, open, over 4 fences. Silver medal, J. G. Cullen, (A,) i J. McEntyre, (A.) 2, E. Irwin, (A.) 3, eight competed. Prizes were presented by Major Gener:-'.! Lindsay, at the close of the proceedings. OCN£RAL WILLIAMS *^CVV** RACE. This "cup" was presented last season by General Williams, but on account of the continued bad •' H I HWUL«III»».>..„.,J| I I! i { 117 weather, was not competed for. The race for its possession took place on the i6th March 1864. The day was very cold, yet quite a large nunibt^r of people attended, the officers of the Garrison being present in large numbers. Stc7vards. — Lieut. General Sir W. F. Williams, K. C. B., Major Gen. Lindsay, Colonels Lysons, C. B., Stephenson, C. B., S. K G., and the officers of the club. > / GARRISON HALF MILE. Groome, ($4.00) Firtlt, ($3.00) Groggin, ($2.00) all of thcS. F. G. . ^ ,,..,. 120 YARDS GREEN HURDLE RACE. . (belt) Frank Johnson (M) first, F. Curran, second J. Cunningham third. 100 YARDS HEATS, Garrison race, Fir.h, ($5.00) Groome, ($3.00) Groggin, (.$2.00) all of the S. F. G. ' •'-' ' Then came the great race of the day, the two miles for THE GENERAI.*S *'CrP.'» The following gentlemen toed the scratch : C. W. Radiger, Frank Johnson, G. Massey, of "Montreal," W. L. Maltby, John McEntyre, C. Fisher, and C. Irvine, of " Aurora" and other clubs. ii8 Johnson led the first half mile in 3 minutes, Massey the second half in 3m. i2sec., when W. L. Maltby dropped out. Chas. Radiger led the third half in 3m. 23sec. The same gentleman won the race in 12m. 55 sec. McEntyre, 2nd. Fisher, 3rd. General Williams presented Mr. Radiger with the *' Cup " accompanying it with a few words of con- gratulation. The cup was a substantial piece of plate of a neat design, with two figures, one upright and the other kneeling, in snow shoe racing costume. , .. , , . SEASON 1864 and 1865. The Annual Meeting was held in " Dolly's" on the loth December 1864, when 19 members were present. The following gentlemen were elected office bearers for the season. ai-f ■■«" R. H. Stephens, President N. H. Hughes, ist Vice-President, L. Labelle, 2nd Vice-President. C. VEER'S Davidso-s, Secretary- Treasurer, ' '^ Committee. Thomas Coffin, Wm. Donald. George Wainwright, W. H. Rintottl. TBAMPSI. The tramps were poorly attended and little interest 11^ was manifested in club matters. First tramp, took place on the 14th December to !Moorc's, Among the members admitted this year we may mention Messrs Charles Bouthillier, Richard Tate and Alexander M. Davidson. MATTHEWS CUP. * On the 4th ofFebuary 1865, the mile and half mile Races, and on iSth of the same month, the two mile race being part of those required to win the cun presented by Fred Matthews, Esq., were run for and won by Richard Tate, to whom the Cup was presented. This last race was run on a very heavy track, with strong head wind in 15 m. 10 sec. iH- '.v« •*HIGH SCHOOL*' CLITB. Annual Races took place upon the Cricket field, on March loth 1865, when there was a large attendance of the Iriends and parents of the compe- titors. The races were private and only open to members of the School. "' Two miles, for a silver cup, won by George \V. Major, W. Egan second, (silver medal,) Sam. C. Stevenson third, time 1 6 m. 3 sec. 100 yards, hurdle race, over 3 hmdles, prize, a belt, was won by Stanley Mitchell, in 17 and 18 sec. defeating W. F. Torrance and A. Jaques. 120 Boys half mile, under 12 years, for a pair of snow shoes, was won by Roy in 3 m. 40 sec. Clare seconci, Mitchell third. 100 yards dash, heats, silver medal, won by W. F. Torrance in 14 and 15 sec. One mile, gold breast pin, won by George W. Major, ";. 7 m. 23 sec. Sam. C. Stevenson, (silver medal) second. Cadet Race, open only to High School Cadets, J. A. Stevenson, (gold breast pin) won in 3 m. 20 sec. \V. Hone}, Thomas Brown. Consolation half mile, F. C. Smithers, ($5.) R. W. Con- voy, ($3-) F. McNab, ($2.) •*AUBOKA" CliVB. Annual Races took place in the Victoria Gardens on March nth 1865. There was a large attendance in spite of the coldness of the weather. Among those present were his Excellency the Governor General and Major General Hon. James Lindsay, The sports opened with the Two miles, Indian race, open to all, won by Thomas, ($10.) in 12m. 38 sec. W. L. Maltby (A.) $6. in 13 m. 7 sec. J. McEntyre, ($3.) third. 150 yards, hurdle, open, for a gold medal, won by E. Irwin (A.) in 19 and 20 sec. Half mile, Garrison, won by Jones, 6otU R., ($6.) CuUen, 60th ($4. ) Club cup. two miles, won by J. P Cox, in 13 m. 57 sec. J. Pridham. ICO yards dash, won by E. Irwin (A.) yjWjt'i ii WK'i i ' . t mm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm 121 One mile open, won l>y J. McEntyre (A.) lOO yards da:;b, Garrison, won by Burrell, of 30II1, i 1^ ANKUAfi RACES. On the 1 6th March 1865 a special meeting was held in Dolly's when the President announced " that the meeting was called to consider a propo- sition made by the committee,'Hhat the usual Annual and Public Races should be this year dispensed with and that in their stead the club should have private races, consisting of a two, one and half mile races, together with a dash of 100 yards; he further announced that the Committee feel themselves com- pelled to advise this unusual measure from the apathy that members l.ad displayed in training and that consequently we could put forward no men, who could with any chance of success hope to compete with those of otlier clubs who had been preparing throughout the whole winter." This proposition produced the greatest excitement among the members, who although bound to uphold the honour of the club, felt as though they were ele- vating the " white feather " in thus debarring from competition, members of rival clubs. However the motion was carried and the private Races took place in Bronsdon's Garden. I-. The following which we glean from the Annual Re- port offers as before quoted some excuse for the postponement of the Annual Races. " Their efforts to secure large meetings and to in- fuse an active interest in the well being of the chih met they regret to say with but little practical en- couragement, other amusements and sports usurped much cf the enthusiasm tliat members in former years were wont to display in the exercises to which our club is devoted, as a consequence the spring found us totally unprepared to carry out tlie Annual Races etc." PRIVATE RACES. The private Races took place on the i8th March 1865, in the Victoria Gardens. The track was very heavy, the snow laying in drifts across the course. ^ . .. The club cup, two miles, won by Alex. M. Davidson, in about 16 m. The half mile, was won by James Foster, in T^y^ "1- R- Tate second, close up. 100 yards dash, w^as won by C. Peers Davidson. SEASON 18G3 and 1866. The Annual General Meeting of the Club took place at Dolly's on the evening of the 19th. Decem- "" 1 >l i! 1 . * !! \ "3 ber 1865, when ten members were present. After reading the Annual report which was the most un- favorable on record, the following gentlemen were elected to act as office-bearers, during the season. Romeo II. Stephen's, /'r.v/./tv//. Nicholas H. IIvgiies, isi Via'-rn'sidoit. ■■■" ^ W. II. RiNTOUL, .?W Vice-President. C- VE.zVi.sDwiD^^, Stcniary-'ireasurer. ' " Committee. '■ ■" •■' ■ ■ •'*> Fred, Mathews, S. Stephens. •■ G. Ross, ' ' J. Gordon. ' - - "if:?, TRAMPS. There were 38 names on the Roll of members. Among the names added to it were those of Messrs. John Telfer, and Wm. L. Maltby. The musters were small, the average attendance was ten. Volunteering and the Skating Rink proving powerful rivals. In many instances the musters of the Club w^re postponed in order to allow the mem- bers to attend the drill of the Victoria Rifles etc. ' First tramp, took place upon 24th January i866> to the Club-house Cote des Neiges. , Tramp to St. Laurent, five present. At a tramp to the Club house, on ^February 1 9th. Fred Matthews, Esq., presented a Cup, to be run for at the Annual Races. 124 AlVNlJAIi RACES. Took place in the Victoria Gardens on Saturday the 3rd, March 1866. The weather was raw and foggy during the morning but towards the after noon it cleared up beautifully, bringing the ladies in large numbers to witness their "pet" sport. The track was heavy and the winners of some of the Races develop- ed a rare turn of speed combined with an amount of endurance which was remarkable. The Hon. Stewards, were : ' Lieut. Gen. Sir John Michel, K.C.R, Major Gen. the Hon James Lindsay. Stewards. Colonel Fane, Messrs. E. T. Taylor, and Fred Matthews. The first race was the ' Indian Two Miles. for a purse of ten dollars. It was won by Thomas, in 13m. 10 sec. Louis, an Indian lad of 18 years of age, second. I Hurdle Race. in heats over four hurdles 3^^ feet high, open to all prize, a belt, was won by E. Irwin, (A.) who won second and third heats. James Foster, winning first heat. Time 19 sec. 18^ sec .125 ONE MILE OPEN, prize, (silver medal) won by Wm. L. Maltby, (M.)in 6 m. 20 sec. Tclfer second. Two Indians competed. BOYS HALF MILE, . - . (snow shoes) was won by J. A. Stevenson, in 3 m. 38 sec. James Jackson, second. 100 YARDS DASH OPEN, in heats, (silver medal) brought out a field of six, The first heat was won by Irwin, (A.) the second and third by C. Peers Davidson. (M.) 1 i • I GARRISON HALF MILE, won by John Ryan, R. A. ($6.) Corporal O'Donnell, 25th. Regt ($4) private Lahay, 4th. R. B. ($2.) , r^ CLUB CUP, TWO MILES, ^ was won from a field of six by P. Macfarlane, in 15 m. 25 sec. defeating F. Palmer, J. Gordon, G. Ross, J. Foster, C. Bouthillier. . ,,, HALF MILE OPEN, prize $5. was won by J. Telfer, in 3 m. 14 sec. Col. Lyons, in the absence of Gen. Lindsay, dis- tributed the prizes, with a few well chosen remarks, as the lucky competitors stepped forward to receive Li 120 them. Three cheers were given for tlic Winners, Col. Lyons, and the British flag which the gallant Colonel waved with much enthusiasm. A^NUAI. DINNEB, The Annual dinner took place in the e. cninq at Dolly's when the chair was ably filled by R. H. Stephens, having on his right, Colonel Lyons, A.A.G., The dinner was excellent and as it seems to be a noteworthy one, we cannot do better than give a full account as found in the records. **The effects of the Racin;; upon the Snow shocrs, and the keen frosty air upon the Visitors tended to create an appetite. Good justice was done to the viands and they were well washed down with sparkling Chainpa^ic * * * » The table was soon set in a roar with flashes of incrrinicnl, — their minds were free and their tongues were also,-- the utmost good humour prevailed. Amusing anecdotes of the old snow shoers were told, enough for a pamphlet , — good fellows they were while below, and we hope they are now with the good aloft. JIany good fellows are left, yearly to perpetuate their memories, men of kindly hearts, and as one of the keenest of the juvenile Snow shoers said of them in his after dinner speech, they had "muscular intellects," of their loyally there could be no On the first of February, tramped to Lachine 12 present. ,^ At the weekly tramp held on 15th January 1868, 35 members present, Mr. John Van Buskirk handed in his resignation which was accepted and Mr. John C. Irvine elected in his stead. On the 22nd February, eight of the members tramped to Chambly, returning next day. On the evening of the 4th March, twenty tramped to the Club-house. On the Mountain the " Domi- nion" Club attempted to lead us and a race ensuing our boys gave them their " back wash." MATTHEW'S CCP* The first meeting to compete for this Cup took place upon the Montreal Cricket field on the nth January 1868. The hurdle race was postponed on ac- count of there being only one entry, (E. Irwin.) The half mile dash followed, the track was very heavy and over virgin snow. Messrs. E. Whitehead, W. L. Maltby and E. Irwin came to the post ; C. I I' lj - wi i iwiamji i uiip. HI, tm m mmmmmmmmmmmu^ 137 - W. Radiger was prevented through illness from competing, Whitehead won in 3m, 3)2 sec. Maltby second in 3 m. 7 J^ sec. On Saturday January i9(h, the second series of tlic " Cup " Races took place upon the same track when the one mile and the hurdle race took [)lace. For the first mentioned, Messrs. W. ]^. Maltby, Harry Dean, and Alex. M. Davidson competed. Maltby cut out the pace from the start and ran his men off their feet before the half mile post was reached (2.58) the mile being run in 6^i< m. 100 yds. Dash heats, E. A. Whitehead, 12^5. 14s, Two mile race, W. L. Maltby, 12 m. 58 sec. This competition placed E. A. Whitehead in pos- session of the "Cup," he having won three races out of the series. Great dissatisfaction was expressed at the lack of competition in the races for this Cup, which, were originated to bring out the more youthful members of the club and thus give them an op- portunity to cultivate in private races, the confi- dence necessary to fit them for the annual public competitions. TIME BACES. On January 22nd 1868, Wm. L. Maltby ran a half I I ! I miie — lo bfcTiil i m. 50 <^ec — on Sherbrooke Street, when he completed the distance in 2 m. 47 sec. winning by three seconds. On Monday, January 27 th, Mr. Maltby ran a trial 2 miles against time, (12 m. 50 sec.) on Sher- brooke Street, from thj "Towers" to Union Avenue, and return. A higli wind prevailed which tended to interfere with the successful performance of the task which was completed in 12 m. 55^ sec. Time winning by 5)^ seconds. ** ALEXANDRA** SNOW SHOE CLUB. Held its first Annual Races on the Cricket ground on Saturday, 8th February 1868, which were in every way a success. There were five open out of a programme of nine Races, the " Montreal" winning four. Four mile walk, John J. Davidson, (M) won in 40m. I3sec. defeating W. II. Hare, M. Ncwall. 120 yds. hurdle Race open, in heats, Anthony Moffatt, won tlie belt by a *' fluke" defeating Frank Johnson, E. A. Whitehead, Franc O. Wood, of the "Montreal" Stanley Mitchell, Chas. Cashing, of the ** Alexandra" Immediately after the race, Whitehead offered to run the winner giving him 10 or 15 yards start, but he was content to rest upon his laurels (?) Time was poor, 29^ and 30 J^ sec. Johnson won first heat, 25^ sec. Whitehead third heat, pg}^ sec. I I I 140 Three mile race, open, Wm. L. Maltby, (M.) won in 20m. -A^.SfiS^^'^Af ^''f' *"* record, beatinfj Jas. Henderson, (M.) and Harry Dean, (M.) Hamilton cup, half mile heats, (Club race) was won by J. D. Armstrong from Harry Jones, C. Gushing, and John Bryan, in 3 m. 11% and 3 m. 24^. One mile open, R. Tate, (M.) won in 6 m. 37^ Alex Davidson (M. ) second, in 6m. 38^ ^cc. Frank Johnson, (M) J, n. Carnegie, (D) A. MofTatt, L. H. Moir, (D) A. Ogilvy, (M. ) M. Newell, W. McElroy and James Madigan. 150 yards Dash in heats, club, Stanley Mitchell, won both heats easily, in 24 and 25^ sec. J. R. Middlemiss, Arthur Jacques. Club Two miles, won by Jno. Brindlcy, in iSm. 3^28. Jno. Bryan and Lanigan. Soldier's half mile, Durkin of nth Hussars, won in 3m. 37s. Lynch, (i6th) McManus, (i6th.) j^ mile Consolation, Franc O. Wood, (M.) won easily, L. G. Moir (D.) second, 13 started. ANNUAL. RACES. Took place upon the Cricket field, on the 15th, of February. There was a large attendance of spec- tators, and the Races passed off to the satisfaction of all concerned- The sports opened with the FOUR MILE INDIAN RACE, which was won by Keraronwe in 27 m. 33^-3 sec. the fastest on record^ other Indians second and third. Wm. L. Maltby, fourth in 28 m. 5 sec. Telfer, II If If i ' n I " it 1 1 i 141 drew out at end of mile and half, as did " old Thomas," of the 12 m. 38 sec. record for two miles, this action speakincr louder than words of the severity of the pace. The winner was a perfect wonder, his legs moving with the steady, strong action of a machine, and though of slight build the muscles of his limbs must have been of steel to stand the magnificent gait he struck that day. There seemed to be -' no tire" in him, and he pulled up almost as fresh as when he started 100 YARDS DASH, OPEN m heats followed. E. A. Whitehead, (m.) won from a field of seven in two straight heats, in 12^ sec. each, Messrs. Frank Johnson, (m.) J. C. James, (g. T.) T. G. Ralston, (m.) F. O. Wood, (m.) Stanley Mitchell, (a.) A. M. Perkins, (ivi.) J. Robin- son, (d.) . CLUB CUP, TWO MILES, . was won by James Henderson, in 14 m. 14 sec. defeating Frank Johnson, Harry Dean, J. Watson, Anderson. Johnson, second in 14m. 41s. BOYS HALF MILE. followed, when Thomas Hodgson, won, the first boy (Newman) being disqualified on account of age. 1 7 youngsters started. 142 ONE MILE, OPEN, was won by Alex. IM. Davidson, (m.) after a close finish with Richard Tate, in 6 m. 35 sec, Ogilvy, ITolton, Brown, Newell, and 3 Indians started. HALF MILE OPEN, brought Sam. ISIcDonald, (m.) Perkins, (m.) Durkin, McLaughlin, J. A. Stevenson, (d.) A. McCready, L. G. Moir, (d.) J. Brindley, (a.) S. C. Stevenson, (d.) Durkin, won in 3 m. 09 sec. McLaughlin, 2nd in 3.16. McDonald third in 3.20. First time on record of a soldier winning an open race. 120 YARDS HURDLE OPEN, Whitehead, won 2 straight heats, defeating Wood, Johnson, James, (o. t.) Mitchell, (a.) Harper, (d.) SQUAW RACE. ' It was some years since a squaw race took place in the City and the event caused quite a flutter of excitement among the spectators. The two dusky opponents were evidently abashed at having to run the gauntlet of so many curious spectators and only after considerable coaxing could they be induc- ed to uncover their faces and make a start. At the word **go" the gentle creatures broke into a leisure- J! i M3 . ly walk, their lithe, active forms, (each weighing pro- bably at the lowest estimate 200 lbs) swaying after the graceful manner of the pines which are tradition- ally supposed to overshadow their an«':estral home, tlieir faces radiant with hope and teeming (spite of the cold) with perspiration, as each muscle was brought into play to kindle the pace into something akin to a run. Gradually their exertions were rewar- ded, the propelling motion quickened and the rom- antic daughters of the forest, forgetting in the excite- ment of the moment, all attendant circumstances were once more in the ideal land of their fathers, chasing in joyous glee the wild deer o'er the virgin snow. They were awakened however to the real state of the case, to find that they were yet mortal and that before winning the prize something had yet to be accomplished. Finally the goal was reached by the smaller of the two and as she " shot" by the tape some 20 feet ahead of her dusky rival, she was received with shouts of applause. After gravely wrapping themselves up in their flowing blankets, receiving the congratulations of their friends during the process, they lapsed once more into the real earnest squaw of the period . ■ HALF MILE GARRIGON race took place, Durkin winning in 3m. 40 sec. I ^1 l. 144 w Holton, 6oth Rifles, second in 3. 54. Anderson, (78th), third in 4 m. .. ^ ' ' GREEN HALF MII.E brought 18 to tlie post. McLaughlin won in 3. 21. Auld second, Harry Jones (a.) third. The prizes were then distributed by Mr. Hughes, after which the meeting dispersed. AXXFAIi DINNER. took place in the evening at the " Terrajjin" where the members sat down to an elegant repa; t. DINNER TO FRED. 9IATTHEWN, i:S4|. At a tramp held on the 19th February, 20 mem- bers being present, it was moved by C. W. Radiger seconded by W. L. Maltby " that the club dine at " the club House, Cote des Neiges, and invite Fred. " Matthews, Esq., as a guest," carried. •* TECUMSEXn " tXP. A Commhtee meeting was held on the 26ih February, 1868, to take into consideration the propo- sition for acceptance by the " Montreal' of a " Cup," presented to them through Mr. Langlcy, the donor's name not being given. It was decided to defer the 145 race for the " Cup" till the following year, owing to lateness of the season. This action of the Committee cauced a 'jons.iderable amount of ill feeling among the running men of the club. Messrs. Wm, L. Multby and James Henderson, feeling particularly slighted by the decision of the Committee, tendered their resignations, whicli were accepted. Bothgentle- men shortly after joined the " Alexandra" club. A letter wTiS v/ritten to the donor through Mr. Langley explaining the position and asking that the competi- tion be postponed ; to this letter no answer was returned and the week following the " Cup '' was on view in the window of a leading Jeweller, with a card attached, stating that it would be run for under the auspices of the " Alexandra" club and open to all clubs, hiv the Montreal." In this way was the " Tecumseth" Cup cast upon the Snow Shoe world. Perhaps our Committee acted wisely in not con- senting to receive it at the time, but the lateness of the season, could hardly be accepted as a reason for refusal; they should have remembered the inter- ests of the runners who ought to have been consulted and their claims protected. Had this been done the finest " Cup" ever offered to the Snow Shoe clubs would in all probability have been now the property of our club. I 146 Some letters appearing in the daily papers reflect- ing upon the conduct of the *' Montreal" in refusing their patronage io the "Tecumseth" Cup, a meeting lirrio i-* ■nlisd to consider iiie question of reply. It was decided to tnlc." no notice of them, aiihougii one mciiiber puiiiiedly acruscd the Committee of per sonal motives, etc. The following letter supposed to be from the donor, gives his views on the subject. To THE "Editor Evan'fi^ J ekpaj>^. ' Dear Sir — As there has been some correspondence direct and otherwise thro' paragraphs in the papers respecting the " Te- cumseth" cup, will you allow me, the donor of this handsome gift tc say sonielhing in the matter on the truth of which you. really can depend. In the early part of the month of Decem- ber this cup was by me thro' one of the best members of the M. S. S. Club presented to them specially and to that club alone, without any reservation on my part, leaving it to them to make a race worthy of the club, worthy of the **cup" and worthy of the manufacturer. Shortly after I left for England. On my return after two months absence I found through my friend, that this gift, would not or could not be nm for this season, and upon objections which seemed tome ?o perfectly unexplanatoiy both towards myself and also towards many members of the club, that I decided to withdraw from them, the oldest club in the province, and make it a prize, open to all Snow Sheers in the Dominion. If the "Montreal" has been excepted in the Contest, they, through their President or otherwise have themselves to blame and no one else. It was :s^'f 147 !l Si ft my pur])ose in this matter to remain in the dark but there has been so much sal«l that in justice to many members of the M. H. S. !?••--• 'iiiil also to the oflier Snow Shoe Chibs of this City. T; the donor of this cup have come iorwanl ana slated ihese, the real facts of the case. I am dear Sir, Yours truly, Montreal, Nfarch 12th, 1868. JOHN SMITH. RACE FOR THE " CUP." «. On Saturday, 14th March 1868, the race for the Tecumseth Cup, came off upon the Montreal Cricket field. We clip the following from the Daily Nrws of that date- **That proverbial authority the "oldest inhabitant" might be safely challenged to instance such another attempt to convert snow shoeing into an aquatic sport as made on Saturday afternoon. The Course looked simply impassable. Here and there it was broken by regular water courses, and in one place an ugly hole hidden under two feet of water might well have daunted the most eager uf competitors. The pluck willi which these ur.usual difRciihies were encountered could not have been excelled, and the fellows sometimes drip- ping fiom head to foot took to the water as if plunging into winter freshets was an incident of no ordinary occurrence." The time made was not slow considering the desperate nature of the track, and work that was required. ONE MILE, OPEN, - Only two of the eight entries faced the music, Messrs. James Henderson, (a.) and A. Ogilvie, the first named won by a neck in 8 m. 58 sec. I I James ,-on by 148 ' 'I - \\ ■ ^ ^ , 100 YARDS DASH. A hurdle race was on the " bills" but the nature of the track prevented carrying out the idea and the "dash" was substituted. T. G. Ralston, F. O. Wood, of the "Montreal" Alf IsaacMU!! of ''Dominion" and Durkin of the ITussais entered. In tliis race the start by pi:tol was first used and found to work satisfactorily. Wood won fast heat, Diukia the second. The last heat was splendidly contested, Durkin and Ralston, making fast time for winning post, Wood who lost ten feet by a bad slip vvas making superhuman efibrts to catch the leader, but seemingly without prospect of success, 60, 70, 80 yards wore passed, Ralston loses a snow shoe and leaves Durkin aj^parently a certain winner, when Wood, w ith a splendid "spurt" ranges alongside lights for a second an even battle with the Hussar, and th.cn answering to the coll of excited fiiends, he springs to the front winning l)y a short head. , Wood, was deservedly complimented on his pluck and placed side by side with the " crack" sprinters of the day which confidence was fully repaid by his after successes. "C'jr" RACE. ' ■■ This great race followed. The cup was to be lield two years in succession, Kavanagh, of Ottawa did not shew up. Maltby, was protested against, on the ground Ihat although admitted to the "Alexandra" he was not a properly qualified member, as required by the conditions of the Race, on these grounds as well as being a personal friend of Mr. Massey's he did not wish to incur the reproi.ch that he had left the "Montreal" to run for the "Cup/' The non appearance of 149 i ill* i> ( II ff these men left the odds a long way in Massey's favotir, so much 50 that little interest v/as manifested in the Race other ilian speci-'^rmn on the probable result physically of such a fresh, colu water -pplicaiicii in the midst of our Canadian winter season. The contest lay between Messrs. John Brindley, (a) Lilbum Moir, (D) Newell, (g.t.r) Boon, (a) and George Massey of Toronto, who was formerly an active mcnii)er of ihe '•Montreal.'' The Race was a hollow affair from the start, Newell, led the first Yz of the first lap, when an unlucky slip, dropped him into a water hole three feet deep ; while engaged in extracting himself Massey went past him, took the lead, continued to increase it and won easily in 17 m. 42 sec. Brindley second, in 18 m. 18 sec. By this victory Toronto became the fortunate ]>ossessor of the *• Cup." Massey, was ** nursed" in the " Montreal " and > its members were not a little pleased that spite of restrictions the ''cup" should have fallen into the hands of one whose every success was regaided as almost directly an honour added to their colours. HANDICAP HALF MILE. None of our club entered for this race which was won by Harry Jones, (A) who received 20 yards, in 3 m. 38 sec. Durkin, from "scratch" second, defeating S. C. Stevenson, (D) scratch, A. Ogilvie, 25 yards, J. Gordon, 40 yard?, C. N. Armstrong, 60 yards. The •' Alexandra" finished the day's sports with an elegant spread in the "Cosmopolitan." David Rodger, Esq., in the chair. The evening passed very pleasantly aided by song and speech, one of the pleasing features being the presentation of the I' Cup" to Mr. Massey, who briefly returned thanks. I^'-' dp:ath of JAMES Mcculloch, esq. duiiier which was to have taken place at the Bellcvue, Cote des Nciges, on the evening of Tuesday the i^Lh inst. in lionour of Fred. Matthews, Esq., was indefinitely postponed on account of the accidental dcatli of an old and much esteemed member ot the club, Mr. James McCulloch. The particulars of the accident were as follows : It appears that the unfortunate gentleman left on Saturday l.iy the train for Quebec, and upon reaching Danville, entered the Station to telegraph some friends of his intended arrival. Hearing the uhistle sound, he hastened out and in attempting to step on board the moving train, his hand slipped from the guard railing and in the effort to recover himself, he slipped and fell from the platform. The train passed completely over his body almost severing it and causing instantaneous death. Mr. McCulloch will be deeply mourned by many friends, who can bear personal testimony to his amiable disposition and honourable character, snatched away in the prime of life, he will long be remembered as the genial and open-handed gentleman, and as one who was never known to be guilty of an unworthy or unkind action. — A^e^U'S. i - » ? / nt of GRAKD TRUNK CLUB'S RACES. Took place at Point St. Charles, on the 22nd of February 1868. There were five open races, four of which were won by the *' Montreal." Mft,»tti\ riwi "ii'if" I — (-"-fn**" ~?v-- -■ «^;2^rf^ff^y.■;u~■(..M^*■•-..>»• 151 Two miles, Indian Race, won by Keraronwe, ($20) in 12 m. 51 s. Daillebout, ($10) 13 m. losec. 125 yards, hurdles, open, heats, E. A. Whitehead, time 28 & 28>^ sec. Franc O. Wood, (m.) J. D. Armstrong, (d.) A. Moffatt, (s.) Quarter mile, boys, C. Armstrong, time 2 m. J. A. Ste- venson, Chas. Robinson. .- ' Half mile, club cup, M. Newell, time 3 m. 8 s. Mattinson, Clark. Half mile. Garrison, Durkin, time 3 m. 27 sec. Holton, Dugas. 16 competitors. 100 yards, dash, open, heats, E. A. Whitehead, time 12^, 12^ sec. Frank Johnson, T. G. Ralston, C. P. Davidson, of "Montreal," and nine others. One mile, open, W. L. Maltby, (m.) time 6 m. 25 sec. Telfer, (m.) 6 m. 36 sec. A. M. Davidson, (M.)6m. 40 sec. and eleven others. Quarter mile, Garrison, Durkin, time i m. 58 sec. Holton, Dugas. Consolation quarter mile, open, T. G. Ralston, (m.) time I m. 47 sec. J. D. Armstrong, (d.) S. C. Stevenson, (d.) " DOMINIOX** CLUB. The first Annual Races of this Club took place upon the Cricket field on the 29th February 1868. There were four open events, two of which were won by the "Montreal." Indian Race, 3 miles, open, Ken^ronwe, won in 19 m. 47 s. t)aillebout, 19 m. 52 sec. I 152 Hurdles 125 yards, open, heals, F. Wood, won 2nd and 3rd. S. Mitchell, (a) isl, time, 21 s, 2i}is. Club race, Two miles. E. Cunningham, time 14^ m. Lilburn Moir. 15 m. 19 sec. Boys }'z niile, James Pierce, 3 m. 38^^ sec. Half mile, club. S. C. Slcvenson, time 3 m. 10 sec. Bent, Toboggan Race, half mile. Each competitor dragging a toboggan with a "young savage" strapped on, won by Eteronkiawata, in 3 m. 57^2 sec. 100 yards dash (Club) A. G. Isaacson, 151:^ & 16 sec. One mile, open, W. L. Maltby, time 6 m. 12^ sec. C. Bouthillier, (m) 6 m. 33 sec. One mile (club) Wm. Harper, time 6 m. 24 sec. Ste- venson, (2) - - Garrison half mile, Holton, (60th) 3 m. 25 sec. Lynch, Cook, (13th.) The mile race created quite a dispute and as the decision of the Judges was somewhat "unique" it may be as well to state the case. Maltby, was thrown at the start and lost a shoe, thereby losing all chance to win a place. He protested and the Judges called the men back — some of whom had com- pleted the half mile, — and ordered a fresh start. The Indian Chief Baptiste would not allow the Indians to compete again but Maltby, Bouthillier, and Durkin, started. The decision of the Judges was entirely erroneous without precedent and was as much a surprise to the protestor as it was to the spectators. The Hon. Henry S tames, offered a purse of $20, to be competjd for on a subsequent Saturday, of which more anon. r 153 The following Races, omitted under their proper heading, are here inserted. On February nth, \V. L. Maltby ran three miles against time in 20 m. 32 s. On February 26th, the same gentleman ran two miles in 12 m. 36^ s. '* DOJI13riO.\** (SUPPLEVENTARY RACES I Took place upon the Cricket field on the 7 th March, to decide one or two of the disputes of the previous Saturday. The one mile was won in a canter by Kcroniare in 6 m. 7X sec. Daillebout, 6 m. 8 sec. Maltby, 6 m. 29 sec. Keroniare, shewed off to the greatest advantage in this race and gave such an exhibition of his powers of endurance as stamped him a "wonder.'* To quote a paragraph on his style will give the reader some idea of it. ** His snow shoes are thrown in a loose hap hazard way that white men have been accustomed to condemn as producing unnecessary fatigixe, while his endurance does not seem to have been put to any very severe test in any of the many races he has this winter won, ti Two mile walk, (club) won by Sam C. Stevenson, defeat- ing G. Van Buskirk, A. Gait, (who was disqualified), and Wm. Robinson. _ r 100 yards dash, (club), was won by John Robinson. 120 yards hurdle Race, (club), won by Alfred Isaacson, who by this win secured the Ogilvie Medal. , '54 SE9fI-ANNlJAI< MEETING of the Club took place on the 1 8th March, when the Treasurer's statement was presented, showing that there were ii8 members this season, and a balance to the credit of the club of about $i 80, after paying all expenses. The following resolution was submitted, moved by C. Peers Davidson, and seconded by Chas. W. Radiger. *• That this club regrets that even two^ Messrs. Maltby and Henderson, from among its 165 members, should have been found willing to seek admittance to another club, with the in- tention of thereby becoming eligible to take part in a compe- tition from which the " Montreal" had been specially and to its possible injury excluded, Yeas 14, Nays 6. SEASON 186S<1869. This Season was remarkable for the (Quantity of snow, while the number of severe and stormy nights was unprecedented. Notwithstanding, the Tramps were well attended. The season commenced very early ; no fewer than three tramps taking place to Duclos' Club House, Cote des Neiges, before the Annual Meeting. .' The Dominion and Alexandra Clubs not only maintained the position attained last season, but imiAt)ved the "shining hour'' and as a natural conse- quence, at the end of the season they occupied the 155 rank, which by hard training they were entitled to. Among the noted runners of the " Dominion " Messrs. Wm. Harper and J. D. Armstrong, stand out in proud relief. The first named made himself famous by defeating our hitherto champion "one- miler" Wm. L. Maltby; he being the first white man to defeat him at that distance. He won the Tecum- seth cup from Mr. Massey easily, as well as other cups of less note. Mr. Armstrong might be called the Champion " sprinter" of the year, he having won 1 1 races out of iz starts. He was, perhaps the "luckiest" runner that ever trod upon shoes ; having a won- derful stride, with little weight to carry and indomitable pluck to back him up, there were few who cared to find themselves alongside the " red and blue" man; his fields were generally small which spoke well for his reputation. Either in the loo yards, or quarter mile dashes he was almost invinci- ble, while over hurdles, (after he learned to clear them properly) few could equal him. Our club comes next in order with 12 first prizes and one second. Our runners were much the same as last year, J. C. James proving himself a hard man lo beat at the short distances. The Alexandra Club is credited with 5 wins. Messrs. Harry Jones, H. W. Bcckct, and Thos. Brown being among the winners. AlTBrrAIi MEETINO. was held in the Mechanics' Hall, on Saturday- evening, the 5th of December 1869, when 30 members were present. After reading minutes and the reports of Secretary and Treasurer, (the last named shewing a balance of $90 on hand,) the meeting proceeded to elect officers. N. II, Hughes. — President. C. W, Radiger. — ist Vice-P''<'HJent .:^ ' \ Jno. Van Buskirk. — znd Vice-P^-'.v.i'y,;^ , ^^ James P. Cox.~Secretary. A. M. Davidson. — Treasurer. Committee. Angus Grant. Jno. Anderson. G. M. Millar. Samuel McDonald. Arthur Simpson. The following gentlemen were admitted members of the club, Messrs. Lemuel Gushing, Jr. W. L. Maltb)', (re-elected) R. W. McDougall, E. ^V. Mudge, J. H. Hodges, and during the season, Geo. Torrance, Edward Ermatinger, R. Brand, R. A. Becket, Clws. W. Hagar and J. C. James, (re-elected.) ■ , LIFE MEMBERS. In appreciation of many years of valuable services on behalf of the club, the following gentlemen were « 157 elected life members, Messrs. N. H. Hughes and Fred. Matthews, and during the season, Messrs. Romeo H. Stephens, John Murray and Geo. Parys. TRAMPS. Number of members upon the Roll 123, average attendance 25, largest muster 40. There were three tramps before the Annual Meeting, the first of which took place on the evening of i8th Nov. 1868 to Duclos', at Cote des Neiges ; the snow being very deep and heavy. On 1 2 th December, 11 members tramped to L?.chine, and put up at Hanna's. On the 19th of same month, 11 members tramped to Lajeunesse's at Back River, and had a splendid time, the weather being everything to be desired for the trip. Tramps were undertaken to St. Laurent, as well as other places which were well attended, Mr. Duclos entertained the club to supper one evening at which about 30 sat down, and spent a most enjoyable evening. MOUNT ROYAL STEEPLE CHASE. On Saturday i6th January 1869, the club inau- gurated a new feature in snow shoe racing, namely the i^Iountain Steeple Chase. The course lay over 158 the usual trail across the mountain, from Union Avenue, through McGill College grounds, up McTavish Street, crossing the mountain to left of " Ravenscrag," passing through Roman Catholic Cemetery to Duclos' Club House, Cote des Neiges. The following gentlemen started, being the "green uns" eligible to enter, Messrs. Sam McDonald, Arthur Simpson, Fred Massey, Jno. Davidson, Harr)'^ Dean, J. H. Hodges, Leslie Skelton. The Race was well contested, the rw;nners being well up. Leslie Skelton won in 23.40, Arthur Simpson 23.45, Sam McDonald 23.48. The prizes were a silver medal, sett of studs and snow shoe breast pin. After the Races the club sat down to a supper served in Duclos's best style, during which Mr. Hughes presented the prizes. CIIA^PIOX STEEPLE CHASE. On Saturday 23rd January, the great event of the season came off; the Champion Mountain Steeple Chase for the " Duclos" medal. The Race caused great excitement in racing circles, and large entries were made by all the clubs. The following entered. "Montreal"— Messrs. W. L. Maltby(i) Fred Massey (13) A. B. McPherson (12). " Dominion "—C. N. Armstrong (14) J. Brown (5) Fred Mclndoe (8) N. H. Vosburg (2) Wm. Harper (dis.) Sam C. Stevenson (7) L. Moir (4). *' Alexandra " — Harry Jones (3) Jno. Bryan (6) J. Jordan (9) A. Elliott (10) A. Birk5(ii) C. H. Thompson (15) J. H. Biindley, C. Kersten, D. Simpson. 159 Mr. David Rodger, President of the "Alexandra" started the men, Vosburg led up to foot f the "Reservoir" when Maltby went to the fore and led up the Ilill at a pace which astonished the natives. It soon told upon his followers and by the time the "Pines" were reached and his "brown iuque " tassel nodded its farewell to their ciwipany, the gaps were not few tho' far between ; his pace increased as he ran along thro' the " open " and when the Cemetery was reached he had a long lead and won and good race in 23.35. Vosburg of the "Dominion" second in 24.10. Harry Jones of the "Alexandra, third in 24, 50. The Track was heavy, and the time considering this was fast. The Medal, the gift of Mr. Duclos of the Club House, was a very handsome maltese gold cross, which was presented to the -ner by N. H. Hughes Esq. as weie the gold sleeve links ic . osburg and the silver medal to Harry Jones. After the presentation the Company adjourned to the supper room where a pleasant hour was spent previous to returning to town. IIABPER-MALTBY 3IATCU. ' On the morning of January the 27th, a race took place between VV. L. Maltby and Wm. Harper, the latter being allowed a start of two minutes, from Union Avenue to the Hotel at Cote des Neiges. Harper was not far from " Ravens" crag," when Maltby started ; he rushed off at a pid gait and was fast breasting the hill, and going avcII, when his old enemy the "stitch" assailed him. After trying in vain to coax its forbearance he was compelled to give up the race. We think that two minutes start was rather under estimating Harper's, powers as a runner, and had Maltby taken time to consider, he would probably have come to the same conclusion, ' i6o DOMTNION CLUB'S Races took place on Saturday afternoon 6lh Feby., on the Cricket field. The weather was very pleasant, the attendance large and fashionable. The track.- was a quarter of a mile round and was very heavy, in consequence the times were slow. There were five open events two of which were won by the "Montreal." 3 Miles Indian Race, $15, $5, won by Keroniare in 20 m. 9 s. B. Daillebout second, in 20 m. 41 s. 4 Indians and one white (R. Simpson,) started. Half Mile, Clur, "Stephens" cup, won by J. D. Armstrong in 3 m. S. C. Stevenson, (2) defeating Wm. Harper, N. II. Vosburg, — 10 starters. Boys' half mile. — snow shoes, — won by A. Pierce in 3.45 W. Kay (2)— 23 starters. 100 Yards, Dash. — silver medal — won by George Tor- rance (m) in 19 s. 21 s. Franc Wood won second heat in 19s. defeating Vosburg (n) Durkin (Hussars) Stanley Mitchell (a) — 23 starters. Half Mile, (Green), silver medal, won by Thomas Brown (a) in 3.25, Robinson (d) 2. — 20 starters. 2 Miles Club Cup. —won by Jno. Robinson in 14.35 L. G. Moir (2) 15.05.-9 starters. Hurdle Race 120 Yards. — silver medal — won by Deligny Armstrong (d) in 24 and 25 sec. ist heat tie between Armstrong & Wood, Armstrong, Wood & Sam Massey started. One Mile Open. — medal— won by W. L. Maltby in 6.44, Newell, (g. t. r.) 7.09.— 3 starters. m^Bm ■^■Sr^ISHI i6i Garrison Half Mile. — Prizes $5. 3. 2. won by Ilolton 3. 34. Durkin, Brown. Consolation X ^^^^t won by Dickson in 1.34 Harry Swain Jr. 1.40. GRANU TRUNK CLrB. Races took place at Point St. Charles on Saturday afternoon 13th February. The Track had been laid out with great care, a broad passage way cleared with a snow plough, half mile in circumference, gave each runner an open even track to attempt a brush. A large crowd was present and the competition was keen. The Races were distinguished by the fact that our hitherto undisputed champion white man had to lower his colours before the splendid running and thorough condition of one who long after held a most honourable position on the race track. Maltby, not expecting such keen opposition, had allowed himself to get "off' hence his defeat; 2 Miles Indian Race, prizes $20. $10. with a bonus of $5 if one mile was covered in 5.40 and $10 if two miles were run in 12.25. The Race lay between Keroniare and B. Daillebout, but when the time came to ensure the safety of the first prize, Keroniare was on the spot in 12.52^ Daillebout close behind, . ' '• 120 Yards Hurdle Race, $8 and $4 was won by J. D. Armstrong (d) in 21s. 23 s. It should hardly have been called a Hurdle Race if jumping the hurdles were supposed to have been the feature, our friend the winner merely jumping l62 on and off the impediments as he ran along instead of clearing them as we were wont to see in the hurdle racing of the "olden time" — 4 starters, Irwin, Moore and Ilurtiibise. Boys' yi Mile $5. $3. $2.— Wm. Roy won in 3.17, Frank Newman (2) R. Elliott (3) defeating 13 others. Half Mile Cluu Race.— Green "Cup" — won by Sam McDonald (m) in 3.7J2, John Davey (2) R. II. Brand (3) 7 starters. Garrison Half Mile.— Prizes $8. $5. $3. won by Durlcin in 3. I3X> Holton, Anderson (78th.). ICO Yards Dash, Heats, Open. — Prize $8. won by J. D. Armstrong through a protest that Charles D. Rose did not finish the distance in first heat, which fact was acknowledged by Mr. Rose — who had won two out of 3 heats easily — This piece of strategy gave Mr. Armstrong the medal. Among the competitors were Messrs. Geo. Torrance, J. C. James, Thos. Brown, Sam Massey, A. Elliott, E. Irwin, N. II. Vosburg, W. Goodbody, Harry .Swain, Jr. and D. Hurtubise 12 in all. One Mile Open, $15. $8. won by Wm. Harper (d) in 6.13 W. L. Maltby 6.25, Telfer third. The result rather surprised the backers of the "Montreal" and this little experience brought vividly to view the possibility of our not being able to win any open races, should this state of things be allowed to continue. AH the "sprint " races were being quietly won by our rivals and now the longer ones were in a fair way to follow suit. The following criticism on the race gives a just and correct view of the matter. "Maltby was short of work it is true. He was fit to beat aa ordinary field, but not fine enougii to tussle with a first class man, his condition proved this, we saw Maltby yesterday and he acknowledged frankly that he was beaten on his merits, that Harper won a grand ^^ism 163 If- race. This was just the truth. But we must censure that excess of club enthusiasm which induces first class runners to risk their reputations when unfit, just to try and win a race for their club. — Maltby in the mile, Irwin in the dash, were examples of these. — so was Ilartland McDougall when he ran for the Volunteer prize in 1863, to be beaten by Tate and CroSter ; laudable as is this affection for the Club, no first clar,:; man should risk a race wherein his defeat is a pretty sure tiling just to try and defeat a rival organization." Harper ran with much steadiness and great science ; he allowed Maltby to make the pace and when he saw his opportunity cut him down and then forced the pace to the goal post. Boys' Half Mile Club, was won by Horace Young in Garrison Half Mile, was won by Durkin, in 3,21. Consolation Quarter Mile was won by J. A. Steven- son (d) in 1.24, Harry Jones {2) Sam C. Stevenson (3) After the races were finished a match Race of 100 yards in heats was run between Messrs. Rose and Armstronof. Armstrong took the lead in starling, but Rose's superior speed and powers of endurance enabled him to finish stronger. Rose won both heats easily. ANJiVAlA LRACES. Took place upon the Montreal Lacrosse Grounds, Sherbrooke Street, on Saturday afternoon, the 20th February. The day was pleasant, which with the attractions offered and the prestige of the "old club" served to draw a very large assembly, among whom was a large number of ladies, who lent their aid in rendering the general appearance of the stands and surroundings attractive. The " Montreal" failed to secure any of the " open" races it being the first time on record in which they have failed to win one or more. Some dissatisfactionwas expressed by outsiders at the Indians being allowed to compete in the open races, and some were heard to remark that we had induced the Indians te enter. This insinuation amounted to nothing when by looking up the Records, the races of the club wifl be found "open to all." For instance the mile rase since 1857, has only been won 4 out of 10 times by Indians. '■"■'..''■", HONORARV STEWARDS. I Lii:uT. Gen. Sir Charles Ash. Wyndham, V.C, K.CB. " Major General Bissett. stewards. Col. Lyons, R. H. Stephens. F. W. L. Penton, Henry Hogan. John Penner. ^ ,. ; . Four mile Indian Race, $20, $10, $5, opened the proceedings. It was won by Keroniare, who upon the seventh round (i|^m.) lapped the last man, and on the tentii overhauled Vosburg with a tremendous ** spurt" whieh fairly electrified the crowd. On the fifteenth round he again passed Vosburg who withdrew. He came home at a ter- rific pace and finished the four mile canter as though it were a i/aj/i. — Time, 28 m. 10 s. Daillebout, (2.) 100 YARDS DASH, opeii, silver medal. Kavanagh of Ottawa won first heat in 13 s. Franc O. Wood, the second i6s I in 12 s. J. C. James, the third and fourth in 12^ and 14 sec. Geo. Torrance, Sam Massey. Two MILES, Club cup, was won after a close contest with Arthur Simpson, by Leslie Skelton in 14 m. 47 s. Simpson, 14m. 48s. Mclntyre, McPherson, J. 11. Hodges, R. H. Brand. 7 starters. Boys half mile, — snow shoes— won by McGlashan, in 3 m, 56 s. Kay, (2) Charles Lindsay, (3) One mile, open, (silver medal) brought Keroniare to the post which scared away most of the entries, but Wm. Harper, (d) Harry Jones, (a) and Jno. Brindley, (a) contested his powers which without being seriously injured or taxed, proved too much for the inquisitors and he won easily in 6 m. 49 s. Brindley second, in 7 m. 12 sec. 120 Yards hurdle race— belt— was won by J, D. Arm- strong, who repeated his performance of last Saturday, defeating Franc O. Wood, and Stanley Mitchell. — 3 starters. Half mile open, (silver medal) was won by Daillebout, in 3 m. 6 s. with Jolin Robinson, (d) close up in 3 m. 9 sec, M. Newell, (3.) Half mile, garrison — $5, $3, $2— ^was won by Anderson (78th,) Gardner (13th,) Brown, (i3lh). Green half mile, — silver medal, — was won by Charles Liffiton, (d) defeating A. Birks, (a) A. B. McPherson, (m. ) The race would have been won by McPherson but for a fall, when leading, within a yard or two of the post. Quarter mile hurdle race, — silver medal,— was won by J. D. Armstrong in i m. 3234^ sec. defeating Sam Massey, J. A. Stevenson, Chas. Bouthillier, (m). The prizes were distributed by N. H. Hughes, Esq., after the Races. 4r i » iC6 . THE AXNUAK. DI^TXER Took place in the evening at tlie Terrapin, \vlien 30 sat down. The other clubs were not represented, some misunderstanding having arisen about tlie invitations which were given verbally. Mc'^srs. Cieo. Massey, and Jno. Henderson of the Toronto Club, were present and responded on behalf of the "sister clubs." The party broke up shortly after midnight. ^ - v ,,■. ^ ... . ..^ , TKCl'MSETII rrP RACES. ' The race for the " cup" took pla(^e under the auspices of the Alexandra Club, on the Montreal Cricket Club Grounds, on the 22nd February. Tke day was fine and a large crowd Avas present. The track was soft in places and in poor condition. Open niile, medal, was won by Harry Jones, (a) in 6 m. 44 sec. defeating Durkin, Vosburg, Ilolton, none of our men competing. 100 Yards dash, medal, was won by J. D. Armstrong-, in 13 and 13^ sec. defeating J. C. James, Franc O. Wood and Vosburg, Wood won first heat. Green half mile, (club) medal, was won by Jacob Jordan, (a) in 3 m. 16 s. A. Birks, A. Jacques. Quarter mile hurdle race, was won by J. D. Arm- strong, who was assisted by S. C. Stevenson, as he merely went in to make a race, time i m. 26^ s. Armstrong in this race cleared all the hurdles being cautioned before starting. i I J ; 167 ■ Then came the great event of the scasou the CXP RACE. Two miles, (held by Geo. Massey of Toronto. ) The starters were, Messrs. George Massey, (Toronto,) M. Kavanagh, (Ottawa) J. H. Brindley, (Alexandra,) E. Cunningham, J. A. Stevenson, John Robinson, Wm. Harper (Dominion). Much was expected of Kavanagh, but events proved that his _/^r/q., After whicli the club sat down to supper. 4>illAAU TlllMi CXiB. At South Quebec, held its races at Poiiit Levi.s, about the 27th February 1869, over their Course. The winners and times as follows : — Soldiers half mile, — 7 competed. Br}ant, 3 m. 20s. Chism, Rice. ^•^T- k^- ^*..v^ r 170 . Half mile, — boys, — 7 starters. Douglas, 3 m. 15 sec Jeffrey, 3 m. 25 sec. Half mile club,— 4 starters. M. Crean, Moynette. Half mile, Soldiers,— 7 starters. Bryant, Rice, Downs. One mile,—" Smeaton" cup. Harder, 6 m. 15s. Barlow. Three quarter mile dash, — 6 starters. Douglas, Anderson. 100 Yards dash, — 6 starters. M. Crean. Consolation Stakes. Walker, Lemieux, Blondin. Quarter mile,— Green club,— 6 starters. Moynette, Picton, Orkney. One mile, — 3 starters. Barlow. As there was some question as to the correctness of the " times" reported, we omit some of them and will not vouch for those given. OTTAWA CliUB'S RACES, Took place in Ottawa, on March 6th 1869. T. J. Hannum, won the two miles in 14m. 13s. Half mile, in 2 m. 33 s. Quarter mile, in I m. 25 s. M. Kavanagh, won the one mile in 6 m. 38 s. and the 100 yards hurdle races in 18 and 16 s. McKay, won the 100 yards dash in 13 and 14 s. Corcoran, won the club quarter mile in i m. 50 s. D031>:^10\' tXUB'S SrPFIiEMEXTABY Races, took place on the Cricket ground, on Saturday March 6th 1869. A large crowd was present ; Maltby and Harper met in the mile race, 'it i; ; jj : I \ *^! } 171 when Maltby redeemed his reputation by defeating his rival in the fastest time on record, 5 m 48 s. M'his meeting was remarkable for the times made in the two, one mile races, being best upon record. Onk Mll.E, -club,— (Labianche medal,) Mas won by John Robinson, in 5 ni. 58 j^ s. the fastest time on record, but which was " wij ed" out l)y the time made in the " Innkeepers plate" Race. Onk MILK;—" lii.ikeepers" jjkite, brought out . fine field, W. L. Maltby, Charles Bouthillier, of " Montreal" \Vm. Harper, N. H. \'osburg, of " Dominion" Wm. Roy, Harry Jones, of " Alexandra" and other "clippers." The lead was taken by Maltby, who was passed when half way round by Harper, Maltby la) close behiml, running a waiting race. They rapidly drew away from the rest, covering first half mile in 2 m. 48;^ s. Harper still ahead. The race grew quite exciting as the leaders entered the last cjuarler, and some of the faint-hearted were afraid that the "pace" would soon tell upon " Wm. L." however, he kept close to Harper. Near the last corner Maltby "went to his man's shoulder and the pace warm enough hitherto, became a cracker." He brushed for about 20 yards and then fell back, and a shout went up from Harper's friends, " Maltby's beaten." Their triumph was short lived, however, for as they swept around the course on the run home, he collared Harper, disposed of him in four strides, and putting on a spurt left him as though he had been a post and won in the unj^recedented time of 5 m. 48 s. Har- per beaten 10 or 15 yards in 5 \\\. 51 s. Telfer third, 5m. 59s, 100 Yards hurdle, race,— ciub, — green, (belt), won by Charles Rose, 15 s. 14/^ s. Tees, Chas. Robinson. i\ 172 Half mile, — club, — " Home" medal, won by Sam. C. Slevenson, in 2 m. 5034' s. H. G. Young. Boys quarter mile, medal, won by Farmer in i m.30^s. Quarter mile, — heats, — club, — •* Horn" cup won by Charles Rose, two straight heats in i m. loj^ s. i m. i6|^ s. Armstrong protested on the ground, that he had not fully complied with the club laws, which was over-ruled. Open half mile, — Major Bond's medal, — was won by Charles Bouthillier, (m) in 2 m. 48^4' s. defeating John Robin- son, Harry Jones. Two miles, — club, — "Robinson "medal"- won by "Xtllie" Vosburgi in 13 m. 13 s. Harry Horsnell, (2). 100 Yards dash, — open, — medal, — won by J. C. James, (m) defeating Franc O. Wood, (2) and J. D. Armstrong. Quarter mile, — green, — club, — " Stevenson" prize, — won by Sam Massey, in i m. 18^ s. Tabb, Ostell. Garrison half mile, — won by Andrews, in 3 m. 31 sec. NO'lK WORTHY TRAMPS. On Wednesda}' evening, loth March 1869, in the face of a pelting storm of snow and sleet, twelve of the members started for the Club House, two going by way of the Road. It was the roughest night of the season, the drifts being as high as a cottage, the difficulty being in discovering which was the cottage. The men who went by the road found a horse and sleigh deserted, the horse quite dead. On Cote des Neiges Hill, they came up to another sleigh containing Mr. Lowe of the " Gazette," and I! M 1/3 his daughter who were quite exhausted. They con- veyed them safely home and but for their timely succour, a sensational article would have been furnished the papers, and a case to the Coroner. On the evening of the 1 7th March, at Club House, Mr. Charles Bouthillier celebrated his victory of the afternoon by a steaming bowl of punch, in which long life was toasted right merrily to the winner of the "Toddy Kettle and goblet." On the evening of the 25th March, 14 members crossed the Mountain and found " shoeing" quite good. UlOU SiCIIOOL IIACE.S. Took place on the Cricket field, on March 13th 1869. In consequence of W. I>. Maltby's illness, we had no representative in the long races. One mile, — club cup. — W. Kay, won in 7 ni. 7 sec. Noyes, Greene. 100 Yards dash, — club. — George Cowan, 15 and i6scc. Half mile, — boys. — Charlie Lindsay won in 3 m. 30 sec. W. Kay. One MILE, — 0})en, — medal. — W. Harper, won in 6 m. I2s. Jno. Robinson, N. H. Vosburg, \V. K. Roy. Quarter mill, — boys. — Charlie Lindsay, i ni. 40 s., Rudolphe. Half mile open. — Charles Rose won in 2 m. 56 s., H. Jones, 2 m. 59 s. S. C, Stevenson. 120 Yards, 1 8 and 20 sec. 174 -HURULK, — club. ~ Charles Fleet won in Quarter mile, — heats, — open. — Armstrong, won first heat 1 m. 14 s. In second heat, J. C. James led all round, Armstrong confining his attention to C. Bouthillier, supposing James to have been distanced in first heat. James won in I m. 18 s. On appealing to Judges they decided agaiust the protest, and Armstrong drew out, and James won the decid- ng heat in i m. 1 5 s. Half Mile, — club.— won by Clcorge Cowan, in 3m. Kay gave up when half way round. The prizes were presented at the close of the races to ihc winners by Dr. H. A. Howe, Principal of the School. Third meeting took place on the 17th March, 1869, on the Cricket field, when the race for the *' Star" cup formed the chief attraction. Charles Rose, made the fas/es/ time on record for half mile, 2 m. 423^2 s. 100 Yards,— uuRULE race— open, green, — heats.— was won in two straight heals by Hugh \V. Becket, (a) 15 and 16^ s. defeating Tees, Chas. Robinson, C. N. Armstrong, W. Wilson, D. Hurtubise and R. McGinn, all of the *• Do- minion." One MILE,— open. — *' McAvay toddy kettle and goblti" brought out a field of eight, Charles Bouthillier (representing our club), won in 6 m. 3 s. defeating Harry Jones, (a) C. A. Lifliton, S. C. Stevenson and others. iU I I < 175 One mile, — club, — "Horn" cup. — won by James Min- chin, in 6 m. 19 s. H. Horsnell, Fred Mclndoe, L. Moir. Quarter mile, — heats — open. — was won by J. C. James, whogallopped aw?y from the whole field in 1. 13^ and i.25X« Sam. Massey, Franc O. Wood, Hurtubise, C. N. Armstrong, and Dorion. Two MILES, — "Star" cup. — 4 starters, John Robinson, W. Harper, (d) H. Beaudry and R. H. Brand, (m). At one mile and three quarters, Harper pulled up, to the dismay of his backers and Robinson won in 13 m. 5 s. Brand second, 13 m. 31 sec. Half mile, — open — was won by Charles Rose, in 2:42^3. best upon record^ defeating Chas. Bouthillier, who lost a shoe, N. H. Vosburg, C. A. Liffiton and Sam C. Stevenson, who ran second. Prizes were presented on the ground, by the President and Stewards. OTTAWA CXL'li'S Second day's sport came off in Ottawa, on March 22nd. A track had been laid out in Parliament Square, the Course was well kept and the com- petition keen. Several of our city runners went up including Harper, Robinson, J. D. Armstrong, N. H. Vosburg, S. C. Stevenson, and S. Massey of the " Dominion" H. W. Becket, of " Alexandra" and R. H. Brand, of the " Montreal." Two MILES, — " Ottawa" cup, to be held two consecutive years — was won by William Harper, in 13 m. 27 s. defeating 176 Brown, (Ottawa) 13 m. 57 s. R. H. Brand third, r4 m. 27 sec. Jno. Robinson, J. Hannum. One mile,-— Soldiers' race. Booker, 8 m. 22. Quarter mile, — dash — medal. — was won by Sam C. Stevenson, in i m. 20 s. defeating M. Kavanagh, Nelson H. Vosburg. Hurdle RACE, — 100 yards, — heats,— open — medal. — wa* won by J. D. Armstrong, in 13^ and 17*. Second heat was won by Hugh W. Becket, (a) in 14^ s., who stumbled in last heat, when running off the tie, defeating Sam Massey, M. Kavanagh. 100 Yards dash, — medal. — was won by Vosburg, defeat- ing S. C. Stevenson, S. Massey, J. D. Armstrong, H. W. Becket, John Robinson, and M. Kavanagh. 5 heats were run, Becket and others drawing out after first heat. In the evening the visitors were entertained at dinner by the members of the Ottawa Club, when a very jolly time was spent. &. T. R. EMPLOTEiSS RACES. Took place on the Cricket field, on the 26th March 1869. w Half mile,— won by Sam MacDonald, in 3 m. a^ sec. 100 Yards dash.-— Sullivan David. 150 Yards dash.-— George Robinson. RACE TO LACHINE. The •• Gates" medals given by the Proprietor of the Ottawa Hotel, at Lachine, were competed for during the month of February, 1869, The starting point was at Union Avenue, 177 course along Sherbrooke Street, through the Toll gate, a* far as Cote St. Luke Church, from there each competitor picked his own way. The winning post was the Ottawa Hotel, Lachine. Nelson H. Voshurg, (d) won the gold medal in 64 m. E. Bulmer second, silver medal, E. Cunningliam third, silver medal. Summary of prices won by each club during the season. " Dominion," 22 first, 5 second, 2 third. "Montreal," 12 " i " i " "Alexandra," " i " o " > •■ i)iF.4lll05r 1809 and 1870. Tills season proved to be the most successful so far as regards the special object of the club, viz., the tramps, since the date of its organization. The records give the average attendance 38, wiih the largest muster 58. The list of paid up members shewed a total of 131. • The first tramp took place upon Wednesday evening 24th November, 1S69, when four mem- bers broke the trail across Mount Royal to the •* Bellevue" (Vosburg >^ Co ) The club continued to occupy his Hotel as a Club House, till the 29th December following : when it changed its quarters to the Cote des Neiges Hotel kept by one Decarie, h » \ ■ 178 situated about 150 yards further down the same road. His Royal Highness, Prince Arthur, then serving in Montreal, as a Lieutenant in the Prince Consort's Own Rifle Brigade, honoured the club by allowing his name to be placed upon the list of Honorary Life Members. A Committee consisting of Messrs. Arthur Simp- son, C. P. Davidson, Angus Grant and the Secretary,- were appointed at a meeting in the Club-House on the 13th Jauuary, (33 present) "to confer with " other snow shoe clubs in the city, for the purpose •' of carrying out a resolution passed at the annual " meeting, with reference to a Grand Torch-light *' procession to take place on the Mountain in honour " of H. R. H. Prince Arthur." Forty members tramped over the mountain on the Wednesday evening following. The President led th|^ way carrying a torch, but before the " Pines" were reached, it went out, much to his disgust. It was furnished as a sample of those to be used on occasion of the torch-light procession referred to above and was voted totally inadequate to the con- ^. templated magnificence of the octasion. At a meeting held at the Club-House after the usual tramp on i6th February, (38 members present,) I 1 I j ii i i ! ' ya 1 i L '79 a silver cup was voted to Mr. D. G. MacDonnell, of Morrisburg, for the quarter mile race on day of our annual races. The club deemed the decision of the Stewards to be at variance with the new racing laws, of whose existence they were either ignorant or of which they misinterpreted the meaning. Mr. Charles W. Radiger's name was placed upon the list of Life Members. Messrs. George Sully and William Kissock, were elected members of the club. The following was the standing of the different clubs and the number of prizes won during the Season in the " open" races. " Dominion," 24 first, 4 second, i third. "Montreal," 17 " 2 "Alexandra," 6 " 2 (( ii (< (( ANNUAL MEETING. w The annual meeting of the " Montreal" club took place on Saturday evening the 4th December, 1869, in the Mechanic's Hall, when 30 members were present. After reading the reports of the Secretary and Treasurer, both of which were adopted, the Secretary of the Committee appointed to revise the Bye-laws, (A. Grant) read the Bye- lawf as revised, which were adopted and ordered to be i8o printed. After their adoption, the meeting proceeded to elect Office-bearers tor the ensuing Season. N. H. Huc.HES, Prcsidt'Ht. C. W. Rauigrr, ist Vice-President. Angus Grant, 2mi Vice-President. John Anderson, .Secretary. Arthur SF^f^soN, Treasurer. COMMITTEE. J. Vanbuskirk, At.ex. M. Davidson. Samuel McDonald, J. C, Irvine. J. C. Jamks, W. I« Mai.thv. \V. H. Whyte. Messrs. Radiger and John Vanl)uskirk, were appointed " to confer with delegates of other chd)s in the drafting of snow shoe racing laws." It wan then moved by C. P. Davidson, and seconded by C. W. Radiger, " That we seek the co-operation of the other city clubs with a view to a grand meeting of their members, for a tramp over the mountain during some afternoon or evening to be decided upon hereafter." Carried. Forty-one new members were proposed and received; among whom were Messrs. John Auld, Robert Crosbie, Hugh W. Becket, Fred. C. A. Mclndoe and N. J. Carnegie. An uniform cap was also adopted viz., Blue *' tuque" with scarlet tassel, from this, dates the now familiar cognomen of *' Tuque bleue.' L .iuL!tUii l iiiiiJJjiiMJ»J.j"i:" i IMAGE EVALUATION TEST TARGET (MT-S) v. O A ^ 1.0 I.I 1.25 |50 "^ •X 140 u 25 2.2 1.8 U llill.6 V] vQ O: V A :>> V /^ ^^""^x^^ ^^v L

^s. defeating E. W. Mudge, Fred Mclndoe, Newell, and 2 others. Fastest time on record for the "club cup. * 't- lU Half mile garrison, — prizes. — $5, $3, $2. Sullivan, won. Clark, Tomlinson, time 3 m. 41 sec. Quarter mile, — heats, silver cup. — 5 competed, Mc- Donnell won first heat, Robinson {2), Skelton (3); Skelton ran in winner of next heat, minus a shoe. McDonnell object^ed to his starting in next heat but the Judges over-ruled the protest ; thereupon McDomiell withdrew and Skelton ran round alone, and was awarded the cup. Time i m. 15 sec. i m. 26 sec Quarter mile, — Boys under 10 years, — medal. — R. Nicholson, defeating 1 1 competitors in 2 minutes. Quarter mile, — Boys under 14 years, medal.— Charles Lindsay, time i m. 35 sec. 120 Yards, hurdle race — open — belt. — Wood, won first heat, Becket won second. Wood, the third and the race. One mile,— -open, — gold medal. — J. W. Minchin, won in 6 m. S^ sec. Chas. Boyle, R. H. Brand. Half mile,— green, — medal. — W. K. Roy, (a) won in 2 m. $6yi sec. W. McMastcr, (m) second. After the races the Judges ordered Messrs. Jones and McDonnell, to run off their half mile, though for what object it was impossible to explain, as it was against Daillebout that McDonnell protested ; however, they competed, •' Mac" win- ning. The Indian prizes were then presented, the remainder being handed to the wiimers at the dinner of the club, which took place in the evening. "dominion" supplementary races. Took place upon the Lacrosse ground, on March 12th. vSome of the fastest time on record was made. •• Montreal" won three, and ** Dominion" two of the open events. 189 One mii.k. -J. W. Minchin, lime 5111. 55 sec. defeating Charles Boyle, Many Jones. Two MILKS. — ^J. W. Minchin, time I2m. 33 sec. Boyle second. The QtJARTER MILE, — best 3 in 5 heats, looked as though it had been specially •* cooked" to save it to the club, as Harper the " long distance" man had entered. This did not deter *' our" man Skeltonfrom fyling an appearance. At the word "go," Sam. Stevenson, dashed off at a gait that astonished the spectators, but Skelton wisely let him run, saving his distance. The next heat Skelton put to his credit in I m. 13 sec. distancing Harper and vSam. Stevenson, which sent them to the "shed" and " Leslie" had the other heals all to himself, despite the efforts of K. H. Brand, -who^t forte was not " sprint" running. Time i m. 14 sec. i m. 25 sec. 100 Yards dash, — heats, open — medal,— was won by Wood, defeating Becket, Shea, Young. Half mile, — open — medal. — E. W. Mudge, (m) defeating J. W. Minchin, (d) and A. W. Stevenson, in 2 m. 48^ sec. gUtlHEC CLUBS RACKS. Took place upon the Esplanade, Quebec, on the 26th February. Several of the Montreal runners went down to compete, vi/., John Robinson, Sam. C. Stevenson, Alf. Isaacson, Sam. Massey, N. H. Vosburg of the "Dominion." H. W. Becket, and R. H. Brand of the " Montreal" and Keroniare and B. Daillebout. '* Dominion" won 2 first and three second prizes and "Montreal" 2 first, i second, i third, in the "open" events. Open half mile, — was won by R. H. Brand, in 3 m. prize, $10. S. C. Stevenson, (2) $5. Gilmour, (q) $3. niBfnm^TrnMiii MMM&ftl^ 190 One milk,— open— silver cup, —won by John Kubinsun, in 6 m. 23 sec. Brand, second. 150 Yards hurdle — open,— silver medal, won by II. W. Becket, Sam. Massey second, $5.cx>, 8 started. Two MILES, Indian Race, Keroniare, (^$20) Daillebovit, ("$10^ R. H. Brand, first white man (silver medal.) (;;ONSOLATION QUARTER MILE, $5, $3, $2, Was won by S. C. Stevenson, N. H. Vosburg, 2. Mulcair, (Q) 3. Besides the races above mentioned there were others, open only to the club : One MILE RACK, silver cup, — won by C, Douglas, Morkill, (2) Bell, (3). Boys, quarter mile,— prize, $3, $2, $1. 22 competitors, Masservy, (i) time i m. 33 sec. C. Miller, Ryan. Garrison quarter mile. ~ Patton, Stanford, Penn. Time 2 m. G. T. R. RACE, quarter mile, — Crean, Barlow. Club quarter mile. — Douglas, Morkill, Wotherspoon, Miller, time i m/ 26 sec 100 Yards, heats— club. — Bell won both heals. Boys, quarter mile. — Masservy won, C. Lindsiiy (Montreal) lost his shoe. In the evening the " Stadacona" Club entertained the visitors to a splendid dinner in the Russell House, where a merry time was spent. QUEBEC club's SUIM'LEMENTAKY RACKS, On the Monday following, there were three .npetitions on the Esplanade. 100 yards dash in heats. Messrs. Sam. Massey, A. W. and Sam. Stevenson, Vosburg, Brand > Robinson, Bell and Cunningham, competed. Massey won. I 191 Boys race, quarter mile— for boys under 15, prize, silver medal,— 4 started. Charles Lindsay, (of Montreal) led all round, but mistaking the dressing tent for winning post, he stopped there and Masservy running on won the race and medal. The visitors presented a medal to the Quebec Club, for a half mile race open only to green runners, to be compe- ted for during the season. Brand and Vosburg competed in a two mile race, (private match), Vosburg winning by a short head in 14m. ;? sec. "TECUMSETH CUP RACES. On Saturday Februray 26th 1870, the race for the posses- sion of the "Tecumseth" cup took place, under the auspices of the "Alexandra" Club, upon the Montreal Lacrosse Ground. The track was in fair condition and there was a large attendance of spectators. There were three *' open" events, all of which were won by the "Montreal." Two MILE RACE, — " Stroud Cup" open only to members of the ** AK andra," and which had to be won twice to become property of winner, was won by Charles Boyle in 13 m. 58 sec. D. G. McDonnell, f'Morrisburg) a poor second, defeating Harry Jones, Gilroy, Thomas Brown, Wm. K. Roy and Cunningham. Green half mile. — "Grant" medal, was won by E. W. Mudge, of the " Montreal," Kiernan second, Parker third. 150 Yards dash, — was won by Franc O. Wood, (m) who won second and third heats. Rose, (b) winning first. Two miles, — "Tecumseth Cup." — Wm. Harper won easily in 13m. 15 s. Geo. Massey, (Toronto) gave up on third ra tte^ ' ^-Jt ■ ■'■jw* «»w 192 (|uarter. J. W. Minchin second, In I'3 tn. ^ %ec. Harper having won the "cup" twice in succession, it became his property. Only three men competed. Open half mile, — medal, — was won in a canter by Leslie Skelton of "ours" Charles Liffiton, (n) second. Time 2 m. 56. JIIGH SCHOOL CLUBS Races, took place on the Lacrosse ground on March 21st. The weather was very fine and the races were well contested. Tht fatt time record was lowered a *' peg or two" in the two miles. There were only two "open" events, "Montreal" and " Alexandra" each winning one. < > ..,.,. One mile, club, — silver cup. — H. W. Thomas, 7 m. 7sec. J. Reid, 7 m. 14 sec. Quarter mile, boys under 12.— " Claxton" medal— club. Rutherford, time im. 37sec. Bernard, im. 4isec. McGibbon, I m. 59 sec. Half mile, boys under 15,— silver medal— club. — Charles Lindsay, 3 m. 7)4 sec. Brydges. Half mile, — club, — sett gold studs. — Leishman, 3m. 35s. One mile— club— gold medal.— W. Kay, 6 m. 56^ sec. Charles Lindsay. 100 Yards,— heats— club.— H. W. Thomas, I3;^s. I3^s. Two miles, open, — silver cup, — won by Charles Boyle (a) in the unprecedented time of iim. 55 sec. and the more remarkable as he ran alone. Some doubts were expressed as to the number of laps run, but as the Judges were satisfied that the requisite number had been completed the judgment 193 wa» accepted. However, it Is douhlful from the fact that in no race, up to this date, had lioyle been able to ruiish nearer to Keronaire than 50 to 75 yards, the lattcr's time when in the best •'form" was 12 m. 16^ sec. Opkn quartkr mii.k, in heats, medal,— was won by Leslie SUelton, in i m. 11 sec. and "walk-over" in I m. 25 s. PRIVATE MATCUKS. On March 21st 1870, A match tool, place after the Hii^^h School Races, between Messrs. Fram, O. Wood and R. II. Brand, the former to run on snow shoes, the latter in spiked shoes, distance, quarter of a mile, Wood being allowed 40 yards start. Wood won easily. The same gentleman (R.H.B.) immediately after undertook to run Mr. Harry Jones, on Sherbrooke Street, the same distance and on the same conditions, which was won by Jones easily. MacDoNNKI.L— JONKS MATCH. Between Messrs. D. G. MacDcmnell, of Morrisburg and Harry Jones of the " Alexandra" took place upon the I^acrosse p'ounds. The track was heavy, the snow being wet and porous. Jones led the first quarter in I m. 25 sec. MacDonnell cutting him down and finally winning in 6 m. Jones 6 m. 9 sec. Harpkr— Boyle MATCir, Was decided ujion the Lacrosse ground, on the morning of the 2'/ti» March. The distance was two miles and both men were in first class trim. There was a large attendance of 194 spectators and the appearance of the men upon the track excited the warmest interest, ahhoufjh very little t>etting was indvdged in. Boyle led from the start and made the pace "hot" from the word "go," which soon told upon Harper, who gradually lost ground till on the seventh (|uart?r when 75 yards in the rear, he threw up the sponge and Uoyle completed the distance in 12 m. l6){ sec. "OTTAWA" CLUH's RACFS. Took place in Ottawa, on the 2ist February 1870. On this occasion William Harper of the " Dominion" Club, ran the second heat for the possession of the " Ottawa" Cup which he won easily. 100 Yards dash in heals— medal.— M. Kavanagh, (o) N. H. Vosburg, [it) second, \V. MacDougall, (o) third, II. G.Young, (D). Ottawa cup, value $100, — two miles.- Wm. Harper, (i») first, T. Brown, {o) second, T. Haimum, T. Cluff, II. Cluff, Jos. Dorion, E. H. Benjamin. Boys quarter mile,— prize, snow shoes.— Weatherly, (i) Chas. Walsh, F. Duncan, T. Kavanagh, C, Kavanagh, J. Leslie, T, Bangs, J. Leslie. Quarter mii.e — club race, pri/e, — medal.- M. Kavanagh, (i), T. Ilannum, G. Levin, W. MacDougall. Indian race, two miles, open to all, — first $20, second $10, — medal to ist white man, — Keroniare, (i) Daiile bout, (2) N. H. Vosburg, (3). Soldiers' race, one mile— i»t $5, 2nd $3, 3rd $2. Madin, (i) Reed, (2) Bulger, (3) Elborne. '95 Half milf,, open, prize meHal. Win. Harper, (i) If. C. Voung, M. Kavanagh. Club race — two miles, — medal presented by the "Dominion" Club of Montreal.— r. Brown, (l) H. Cluff, W. MacDou- gall. HURUI.E •*':!:— 120 yards,— silver medal,— M. Kavanagb, (I) W. MacDougall (2). Consolationquarter— only one competitor, H. G. Young, , who walked over. jiii' "ai.kxandra ci.l'b s racks. Took place on the Lacrosse Ground on Saturday afternoon, the 5th March 1870. 'I'he day was very fine and the attend- ance large, especially of the fair sex, who were attracted no doubt by the presence of H. R. H. Prince Arthur, and .suite. There were six open events, four of which were won by the "tuque bleue." Keroniare made the fastest lime on the Indian record for two miles, 12 m. 21 sec. Two MILES, Indian race — prizes, 1st $15, Keroniare, 12 m. 21 sec. Francis Louis, (2) 12 m. 29 sec. B. Daillcbout, Pierre Thomas, Frank De Lorimier. N. H. Vosburg winning prize of $10, for first white man. Quarter mile, heats, " Beaufield" medal,— won by Leslie Skelton, (m in i m. 13 sec. i m. 18^ sec. Sam. C. Stevenson, second. Two miles, —club race— C. Boyle, first, 12 m. 55 sec. W. K. Roy, 13 m. 27 sec. Jacques, A. Birks, Stevenson, 196 I20 Yards, dash in lu'ats, open— medal. —F. O. Wood, (M) 165. I5ji^scc. M. Shea, James, Sam. Masscy. Bovs QUARTKR MI IE race, under 10 years, medal— second snow shoes,- K. Nicholson, first, i m. 40 sec. 11. H. Jones, liccond, I m. 50 sec. Two MILh.s, club race, "Stroud' cuj),~ t harlcs Boyle, 12 m. 46 sec. 11. Jones second. 2 compctcrl. 120 Yards, hurdle race,~l*'. O, VVowl, won in 17?^ sec. Becket second. In second heat, Beckct led to third hurdle, when he siipju-l .nrid Wood won heat an) 6m. Usee. Johnson falling out at third rjuarttr, winner finishing alone. NKAHOX 1H70 And IWl. Was remarkable for its very unfaxourable and disagreeable weather ; this i^crvcd to lessen the attendance at the weekly tramps, which was below the average of the last .season. 'I'here were 1 20 names upon the Roll, average attendance at the tramps 22, largest muster 40. The first tramp took place on Wednesday evening, 16th November 1870, A\hcn sixteen tramped on foot over a very dusty road to the " Bcllevuc," Cote des Neigcs, kept by Messrs. lirnnd and Vosburg. M f!J I li i I i Wet weather prevented the Club's appearance on snow shoes till the evening of- the 14th December, when Mr. Angus Grant, — representing the spirit of the "tuque bleue" — tempted by the faintest suspicion of snow, and braving the chances of broken limbs and shoes, broke the trail across Mount Royal. The weather was so unpropitious that only Messrs. Chas. W. Radiger and Wm. Sauvalle, — a friend from Cuba, — who drove out in a sleigh, were on hand to greet the enthusiastic Grant at the Club house. On Wednesday evening, the 21st December, twenty-five members, followed Radiger's lead, for the first tramp on snow shoes across the mountain , ten more went on foot by the road. The track was heavy, but the "shoers" were l^o delighted to see the " beautiful," however weighty, that it was passed over without a murmur. It is needless to say that the Club House being reached the time was spent in a way only known to the " tuque bleue." The Saturday afternoon tramps were few, but well attended. Lachine was visited twice with an average of 19, largest muster 26. Dined at the Ottawa Hotel, where on one occasion we met and fraternized with the Montreal Driving Club, when a jolly time was spent. The club was led on these occasions by Messrs. Radiger and Hughes. Bougie's corners, on the Back River Road, was . Their companions whom they had strnycd from, vere found and brought in by the " Telegraph" dub, led by Mr. Angus Grant, the " 2nd Vice" of the "Montreal," and safely guided to the Club House in Cote des Xeigcs, where they found the " Babes" safelv moored bv the stove." DOMINION CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Took place over the Mountain on Tucs»lay, 23rd January, when N. H. Vosburg won, Chas. Robinson, (2) H. Murphy, (3) Hurtubise, (4), The weather was very cold and the winner badly frost bitten. "CANADA" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE. Took place over the Mountain track to the "Bjllcvue." Five competed. Bedard won, Lajoie second. J. W. Ostell, led to " Allans" when Thomas Nelson passed him and led to the "pines" where exhausted nature warned him Ijy the presence of a "stitch" to desist'; falling out, he was passed by Bedard, who led to the Vvinning post. "CANADA" CLUB, One mile race v,as contested on the Lacrosse ground, on Saturday afternoon, January 28lh. Messrs. Harry Starnes, A. W. Stevenson, J. W. Ostell and J. D. Armstrong, com* peted ; the latter won in 6 m. 22 sec. Stevenson second, Ostell thinl. 203 MONTREAL TELEGRAPH CLUB'S Mountain Steeple chase, took place about the 28lh January, 1871. Sixteen started — first prize was won by Mr. Mawer, in 23 m. 58 sec. W. Scott and K. Adams, second and third. "MAl'LE LEAE" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE. Over the mountain track, took place upon Saturday 28th January, when 15 started. Walker won the silver medal in 19 m. (?) Short seconil, .Simpson third. The time is the fastest on record, (but very (piestionable,) as the winner never shewed anywhere near the front in steeple chases run in much slower time. Tll.iMl* TO MACHINE. On Saturday afternoon 28th January, the club mustcrinj^ 26 men met upon the Lacrosse ground for a tramp to Lachine. The day was bright and clear, in fact everything that the most fastidious snow shoer could have desired. N. H. Hughes, (rather familiarly called ''old Nick") and his dog "Scout" took the lead ; we started off at a good pace, walking along .Sherbrooke Street, to the Cote St. Catherine comer, where we donned the "shoe" and striking off into the fields, steered for the tall towers of the Lachine cathedral, which could be seen from the height, away off" in the distance glimmering in the sunlight. As we tramped swiftly along the face of the height, we soon reached the hollows where the "towering beacons" were lost to view and we sought for a guide in "old Nick," — who in ordinary cir- cumstances would hardly be a person fitted to .ippeal to, should one's wandering feet be tempted to stray in paths ■ill! 204 unknown, but ns the gentleman mentioned had no connection with llie party who bears the oiiginal title, — our confidence was not misplacetl, and placing implicit rcliancw' in his ability to lead us anywhere but on the " broad and open way," all care was thrown to the winds that whistled cheerily through the trees, "sweet freedom's happy notes we love to hear," as trudging along, taking fences and rails with a bound, and a hearty laugh as a novice, attempting to follow in the foot- steps of some veteran "hurdler" found himself buried to his waist-belt in the snow. Soon we "struck" the "swilcii" and a rousing " tally ho" from our leader was the signal for a grand dash, and the honour of "first man in." After that little difficulty was surmounted, and shoes and moccasins cff, we gathered in the parlour, where song and dance wiled away the time till supper was announced, — which being the handiwork of Mrs. Ilanna, it is needless to say was well attended to. After supper a revised edition ofthe/;vi)randial performance was issued and the dance, — which is well calculated to settle (or rather unsettle some might say) the most indigestible of meals—was indulged in till about 9.45, when the "Home" signal was given, " God save the (^ueen" sung, three cheers for the same noble lady, the trail struck and after an 'hour and a half's travelling the city reached. rRESLNTATION TO Mr. S.VM. MACDONALU. On Wednesday evening, February 1st, the Club gave an Oyster supper at the Club-house to an old member Mr. Sam. MacDonald, who was leaving Montreal, to reside in Oshawa, Ont. Forty members tramped over the Moun- tain to the Bellevue. After an hour's pleasant chat the supper was announced and every one having taken his seat little w 20$ was heard for another hour save the rattle of the spoons and the apparatus used npon like occasions. After the cloth was clear- rt! and the loyal toasts disposed of, "Sam's" health was pro- ])osed and drunk with l.ghland honours, three times three and a " tiger" being given. The uproar having subsided "Sam" feelingly responded, other toasts were proposed ani that of our "Sister clubs" found a champion in Mr. Arthur liirks, of the "Alexandra." At this stage of the proceedings Mr. Mac Donald was pre- sented by the members with an address and a very handsome silver mounted dressing case. Song and speech followed one another, till the striking of the midnight hour warned the " shoers" that they had already overstepped the orthodox hour of the fraternity. After three times three again for our old friend "Sam," God save the Queen was sung and with a "hip hip" hurrah for Her, the route home was taken up, while some who there had "drove back to town a glorious few," " And among them some hard cases," but In the credit of the sport //<»/ orthodox snow shoers. DOMINION CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES. Took place upon the Lacrosse ground on Saturday afternoon, February 4th. The weather was bitterly cold. There were five open races, not including the Indian race. Two of these were won by the " Montreal," two by the " Canada," one by the "Alexandra." 2o6 IsniAN TWO Mil.F.'^.-won !)>• Keroiiiai'o, in r.i m. 22}4'i. \V. K. Roy, (\)srconl, K. W. M\u\iiv, (w) tliinl, W. C!- tins. 4 starters. Quarter milk, boys race, — Charles I,im!^ay, won in I m. 32>^ sec. R. McCiillis, (2) R. Scott, (3). 120 YARDS, iii'RDi.K RACF, 111 licats,— silver medal,— .vai competed for hy F. O. \Voo 212 The meeting closed with presentation of pii/csnnd cheers for the Queen and Stewards. "ALEXANDRA" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES. Took place on Saturday, February 25 th. The weather was clear and pleasant. The track was very poor and was in that " sugary" condition, the result of a two days determined thaw. There were six open races two of which were won by the " Montreal," two by the " Canada." one by the Indians. The second heat for the "Cohen & Lopez" pipe was won by Scholes, of Toronto. Two MILES Indian race,— prizes,— $10, $6, $4, and $8, to first white man, brought out four Indians, Blacklock and Charles Boyle. Keroniare won in 14 m 52^ sec. B. Daille- bout, had to drop out, having broken his shoe, Boyle second, all the rest dropped out. 100 YARDS DASH, — in heals, — medal, — 3 competitors, — won by J. D. Armstrong, (c) in 15X and ^4)4 sec H, G. Young, (2) D. E. Bowie, (3). Boys quarter mile,— won by Charles Mclver, in i in. 53^ sec. from a field often, Nicholson, (2) Sache, (3). One mile "impe" race. The great event of the day, brought Brand, Mudgc end Scholes to the post. Great interest was manifested in this race as it was likely to be the last heat, if Scholes cr Mudge shewed up in " good form" Mudge and Brand were very unfortunate and fell repeatedly, giving the "pipe" and race to Scholes in 7 m. 5^ sec. N ■H 213 100 YARDS HURDLE RACK, — was a \\alk over for J. D. Armstrong, (c). Quarter mile heats, — medal, — was won liy Sam. Massey, in 12$ an' i.24}4 sec. defeating R. H. Brand, J. F. Scholes, n. G. Young and Thomas Foy. 100 YARDS CLUb race, — " Rodger" gold medal.— was won by John Stephenso.i, in 15^ and 16^ sec. W. K. Roy, winning second heat. Two MILE clul) cup, — brought out W. K. Roy, and J. J. Gilroy. Roy won in 14 m. 2^ sec. Half mile, green race, — medal, — won by Russ Huntingdon, (m) in 3^ m. beating Charlie Lindsay, Mur- phy, J. Bowden. ALEXANDRA CLUB's SUPPLEMENTARY RACES Took place on Saturday, Marcli 1 1 th. Track was very slushy and soft. Very few spectators were present. There were 4 " open events." " Alexandra " won two, " Canada " one, " Toronto " one. One mile, — " Reinhardt " gold medal, — J. F. Scholes, won in 7 m. ii sec R. H. Brand second, N. H. Vosburg drew out. Half mile, — club, — " Kay" medal, — two competed, W. K. Roy and Charles Boyle. Roy led from start and won in 3 m. loj!^ sec. Quarter mile, boys, — won by Kay, — defeating a field of ten including five Indian boys, in i m. 41 sec. Reinhardt second. Two MILES, — nandicap, — '* Stroud" cup. A good race and brought oul the following men, j. F. Scholes, scratch. 214 R. II. Brand, 25 yds. Charles Boyle, 30 yds. W. K. Roy, 50 yds. James Armstrong and John Simpson, ico yds. Scholes could not catch Boyle, and dropped out at end of seventh quarter wilh both shoes broken, all the others stopped before the first mile was completed. Boyle finished alone in 14 m. 19 sec Quarter MILE, — heats, — gold medal, — brought out Keroniare, and Armstrong. Armstrong jrotested on the ground that the Indian had not entered at the proper time On the President agreeing that the race should be a single dash (instead of heats,) he consented to compete and beat the Indian easily in I m. 14 sec The President however, failed to notify the Judges of the change and they very properly ordered the second heat to be run. Armstrong refused to do so and the Indian covered the distance alone. No decision was given as to who was the winner, although Armstrong should have been awarded the prize. It was we believe afterwards presented to him. The next race was for beaten competitors in the "Pipe" race — distance one mile — prize, a meerschaum pipe. Messrs. Boyle, R. H. Brand and J. Brindley competed. Chas Boyle won in 7 m. i$}{ sec. Brand second. ,; "MAPLE LEAF" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES. The first Annual races of this club took place on the Lacrosse ground, on the 4th March. The weather was very fine and the track good. There were 4 " open" events, two were won by the "Canada," one by the ''Montreal," and one by J. F. Scholes of Toronto. ■■-. h i'i r Ii 215 Tlic fastest quarter mile on record was made by J. D. Armstrong, time 65 sec. Two MILES, — club cup, — II competitors, — won l)y Jair.cs Armstrong, in 13 m. 17 sec. Walker, (2) Sauntlers, (3). 100 YARDS, HEATS, — medal, — 2 competitors, — won by J. D. Armstrong, (c) in two heats, 12 s. each, II. G. Young (2). Quarter mile, — boys,— 15 competed, — run off in two squads, — Ermatinger led one lot in l m. 33 sec. Nicholson the second lot in i m. 42 sec. The deciding heat was won l)y Nicholson in I m. 33 sec. IIalk mile, — club, — 7 competitors, — John Bowdcn, first in 3 m. I ^ sec. Clark second. Two MILES,— open to all, — R. II. Brand, J. F. Scholcs, W. K. Roy and Charles Boyle competed. Scholes won in the fast time of 12 m. 6^ sec. Brand second. The winner was a very graceful runner and his performance did him the greatest credit, as he had never used a snow shoe before this season. Half mile, green,— 8 competed,— won by \Ventw( rth Wood, (m) in 3 m. 7^ sec. McBurney, second. Quarter mile dash, — brought J. 1). Armstrong and S. Massey to the poit. At the word "go" Armstrong dashed off with the lead, and on tlie flat left Massey as though he had been standing still, winning in the fastest time on record 6$ sec. 100 yards,— club medal, — wen by W. Tees in (wo heals, ! 334 and 13^ sec. Prizes were distributed by N. II. Hughes, Esq., after the races. KEKONIARE vs. SCHOLES, Match of one mile, Scholes receiving 60 yards, came off March loth, op the Lacrosse ground. 'Jhe track was ); 2l6 wretched and the time poor. Scholes increased his lead some lo yards in first quarter, but Koroniarc picked ..p fast in the second, the white only leading some thirty yards. Passing the Judges stand on the third quarter the Indian passed his man and led the rest of the way. winning in 6m. 25X sec. Scholes 1700 yards, 6 m. 35 sec. SEMI-ANNrAI. NEETINO, Took place at the "Queens" Chop House on Saturday evening the 22nd April, when Mr. II. W. Becket the Treas- urer, read his annual report, which proved satisfactory, there being a balance on hand, after paying all accounts, of ($20) Twenty dollars. After this business w.as disposed of the President called the attention of the members to the FAREWELL SUPPER TO C. W. RADIGER, Esq. Previous to his departure for Manitoba. Fifty members were present and the chair was occupied by N. II. Hughes, Esq., Messrs. Angus Grant and W. H. Whyte, acted as Vice Chairmen. A good supper was disposed of and the usual loyal toasts drunk. In responding to the toast of the evening, Mr. Radiger, took occasion to "recommend the abolition of separate club racing days and the institution of one grand Tournament to last two or three days, thus leaving the long Saturday afternoons free for the tramps about the country, which was what snow shoers \\'anted, if ever they expected to turn snow shoeing to any practical account." Mr. Wm. II. Whyte, the Secretary, on behalf of the club presented Mr. Radiger with a very elegant Russia leather dressing case, handsomely mounted and with a suitable inscription, as a slight token of the esteem in which he was held by the club. 4 I'. 217 During the evening many excellent songs were sung by Mcsjrs. Hughes, Murray, Maltby, Watts, Radigcr, Whyte anl others. The company broke up about I2, with three cheers for the guests of the evening and " God save the Queen." ; ' HIGH SCHOOL RACES, Which were to have taken place about the 22nd April, did not come off on account of the sudden thaw and disappearance of the snow. Foot races were held on the first Saturday in May. hi! n:. DEATH OF THE "DOMINION CLUB." This Club which was organized in 1867, came to an untimely end this season. It numbered among its members some of the fastest men of the day, and proved a strong rival to the " Montreal." Messrs. J. I). Armstrong, Sam. C. Stevenson, C. D. Rose and Sam. Massey, in races from 100 yds. to half mile; Wm. Harper, John Robinson, and J. W. Minchin, from hjlf mile to two miles, were runners whose records shew a long list of victories won over the best runners of clubs. East and West. The weekly " meet" at the Club-house was rather musical in its style, many of the men ranking high in the profession. We have had two of the club ditties handed us, which we annex. 2l8 V ■ SNOW SHOEING. A\9,—Hey, diddle, diddle, tie. Stern winter now is here again, The snows around us fnll, And ice, and cold and snow ar.d fiost Arc here in Montreal. Hut with all these come manly spottsi, And happy pleasant times. And health and strength and senses keen Unknown in Southern climes. Chokus.— Hey, diddle diddle. The cat and the fiddle. The cow jumped over the moon, The little dog laughed to see the fine sport And the dish ran away with the spoon-oon-oon-oon. ■■.;i; I Poast not to us of theatre Of masquerade or ball, ' • One goodly tramp with snow shoes on By far exceeds them all. The former makes you pale and wan. The latter, health bestows, Tlierc's nought for us then like a match Of miles upon the snow. Chorus. —Hey, diddle, etc. Then leave the city life behind Its bustle and its noise. And join with me this merry crowd. For we're " Dominion Poys" Hurrah, Hurrah, Sirs, for our club. The best one in the town. May we succeed and prosper And win honor and renown. Chorus.— Hey, diddle, etc. :; 219 I -I 'I ;'iV "DOMINION" BOYS. Ai'R.—Kn/oozU-um. Drnw up your chairs and make all right And hsten to my sonjr to-night, Which I shall sm^ with heart so lighl, And you can join m the chorus, 'lis' in praise of a snow shoe tramp, O'er mountain, hill, morass or swamp, In weather clear, or cold, or damp Whatever comes before us. Chokis. — Oh Dominion boys, Dominion hoys, etc. Precisely as the clock strikes eight, With spirits high and hearts elate, _ We muster at the College gate To tramp it o'er the mountain. The Colonel bravely leads the way, A veteran he, but young to-day, Oh, may he live for many a day . ; To lead us o'er the mountain. Chorus.— Dominion boys, etc The College grounds are quickly past, The pace mcreases very fast, Each fearing least he'd be the last ' To gain the top of the mountain. We strive, we toil with might and main, I .' And every manly muscle strain ; Hurrah ! Hurrah ! at last wc gain The summit of the mountain. Chorus. — Dominion boys, etc. Now lighten every man his s?sh, Be calm, collected, cool, not rash, For down the hill we'll run a dash, As we go down the mountain. * The start is made and past belief. See Burland soon has come to grief, Jack Donnelly lies kicking underneath As we go down the mountain. Choris. — Dominion boys, etc. ' •" ■ ■ Bulmer's down, tis' not his fault. He takes his coffee, never malt, And o'er him tumbles Andrew Gait Descending of the mountain. Each " Vice" now strives to lead the space, The Robinson's make good the pace ; Bob Stenhouse hopes to win the race All bounding down the mountain. Chorus. — Dominion boys, etc. ■"S. 1» 220 '< See San and Lil with rapid stride, Ab quickly through the ruck they glide; They cannot le»ve each other's sido As they go down the mountain. Alfloukii too serious by half He hasn't time e'en for a laugh, I guess he'd sooner ktop and chaflT / Those racing down the mountain. Ckoki'S — D>: minion boys, etc. > Where's Home and David — Horsnell too, And all the rest of our good crew, Ah ! here t. ey are, all sound true blue Scampering down the mountain. And now tn>: goal is gained at last, The time we made was very fast ; . ; I won't say ivho came in the last. In that race down the mountain. C'hokus. — Domirion boys, etc. Then next in military style We form two c'eep in rank and file, - And off to " Viisburgh's," .ibout a mile On t'other side the mountain. Here all give w ..y to laugh and fun, I ' ! / And sprightly n.partee and fun. For now enjoyment has begun Since we got down the mountain. Choris. — Dominion boys, etc. Our host has furnished us good cheer, *. ':'■■ ' * ■ We've coffee, crackers, cheese and beer. And something elsi? I won't name here We're sfiritf a rouwA the mountain. At ten, like loyal subjects, we ' •* '. '■ Cheer for the Queen with three times three, And hasten home too late fov tea, '" On the Montreal side of the Mountain. Chohu.s. — Dominion boys, etc. h : 'i ■'> ^■•,ir^f}-M'>-!^ ■ '■■ .^) ,t^f . ^'^-virMv. ,,' , ■: f'll lllf 221 Iffri I i I : SEASON 1871 and 1872. This will long be remembered as r. " red letter" season in the annals of snow shoeing. The abund- ance of snow and fast times made, leave it almost without a parallel in the past. The Roll of members shewed a total of io6. TRAMPS. The first tramp took place (by road) on Wednes- day evening, December 6th, 187 1. 8 members pre- sent ; ]vit the club to the number of 20, tramped over the mountain on shoes, on the evening of Decem- ber 13th, when they found "shoeing" very heavy. Last tramp took place on the evening of April 3rd, 1872, when six members crossed Mount Royal. The club crossed the mountain 16 times, average muster 18, largest 32. Tramped to Lachine 3 times, average muster 13, largest 18, and to Bougie's Corners once, when Messrs. Grant and Bowie, were the only members present. MEMBERS, ETC The following gentlemen were declared Life mem- bers ; Messrs. W. H. Rintoul, H. E. Murray, W. G. Murray and Charles Selby. «? 122 T^.? ^'n Messrs. John Robinson, late of the " Dominion," Thomas Campbell and David Rodger, Jr., joined the Club. CONVENTION. A Convention composed of members of the differ- ent Clubs to decide upon the weight, etc., of the ** racing shoe, was held in the " Globe" Chop House, on the evening of December 30th, 1871; the following delegates being present. " Montreal" Club, Angus Grant, Wm. H. Whyte- "Alexandra" Club, R. B. Reinhardt, A. Birks, Charles Boyle. •'Canada" Club, J. W. Ostell, A. W. Stevenson, G. H. Henshaw. " Maple Leaf Club, J. C. Bowdcn, W. Collins, J. Walker. Mr. Angus Grant occupied the chair, and Mr. W. H. Whyte, acted as Secretary. The following law was made, and accepted by all the clubs : " That the shoes, including strings, shall not be " less than i}^ lbs. in weight, and shall measure not " less than 10 inches gut, in width." Resolved " that this rule take the place of Section 2, Article i of the Snow Shoe Racing Laws, and it come into force immediately." , 11 223 m DEATH OF R. TATE, Esq. The club had to mourn the loss of an old and much esteemed member, Mr. Richard Tate, who died from an attack of malignant small-pox. His death was so sudden that few knew of his demise till after burial, and many were the expressions of sympathy as the sorrowful news spread. He was a very active member of both the Lacrosse and Snow Shoe Club. In the Lacrosse field, he won a foremost place, and on the race track, his brown " tuque" was rarely seen, but in the van. Many and valuable were the trophies he captured, but none will last as the evergreen trophy of respect and esteem which he won from the host which was proud to know him, and from the few who could call the genial, true-hearted " Dick" Tate, — friend. A^NVAI. GENERAL NEETINQ Took place in the Queen's Chop House, on Wednesday evening, November 8lh, 1 871, when twenty-five members were present. In the absence of the President and Vice-Pre* sidents, Mr. C. Peers Davidson, was called to the chair. After hearing the reports of the Secretary and Treasurer read, the meeting proceeded to vote upon Mr. Angus Grant's motion to add to the list of office-bearer?, that of Honorary- Permanent President, which was carried unanimously. The election of Office-bearers then took place, when it w.is moved by John Anderson, seconded by Angus Grant. " That in view of the long and valuable services rendered the club. 4 III! 'ill 1f» .:^- the untiring zeal and energy evinced upon every occas'o 1 and the deep interest at all times felt in promoting the welfare and advancement of the club by our President, N. II. Hughes, Esq., — be it resolved that he be hereby unanimously elected Honorary-Permanent President, Carried. C. Peers Davidson.— /Vvj/ Mr. Angus Grant again has the credit of braving the dangers in breaking the trail across Mount Royal, which he did, alone, on Wednesday evening, December 4th, 1872, and reported snow shoeing as ** very good." On Wednesday evening, December nth, 1872, the first club tramp across the mountain on shoes took place, 35 members present. The last tramp in the same direction, on Wed- nesday evening, March 26th, 1873, was the stormiest night of the season ; the wind blowing a gale and driving the snow into huge drifts, stopping Railway trains, horse locomotion, in fact every thing save the progress of the 18 sturdy members of the " tuque bleue" who braved the fury of the elements and arrived safely at the club-house. There were 14 tramps across the mountain, average muster 36, largest muster no. Lachine was visited thrice, average, 17, largest muster 29. If we add those who drove out, it will increase the average to 23 and largest muster to 39. Sault-aux-Recollect, (Lajeunesse's) was visited twice, average 25, largest muster 26. St. I aurent, once, mustering 8. LIFE MEMBERS, F.TC. The following gentlemen were elected Life Mem- bers, having served the full term. 235 Messrs. Edward A. Whitehead, and William G. Beers. Messrs. Edward Bulmer, Thos. E. Hodgson, Robt. McGillis and R. Scott, joined the Club. His Excellency the Governor-General, Earl Duf- ferin, did us the honor to accept an Honorary Life Membership, as well as a large photo of the Mem- bers of the Club, executed in Indian ink by Wm. Notma,n, Esq ; the letter acknowledging the same, being read at the " meet " of Wednesday evening, TQth March, 18^3. CHANGE OF RENDEZVOUS. It was proposed to change the " Rendezvous " of the Club from Union Avenue to the McGill College Gate, but the traditions that cling to the old meeting place of the Club upset the schemes of the Incono- clasts. There were 146 members on the Roll. INCIDENTS. The presence of his Excellency the Governor- General in the city, was the occasion of a Grand Torch-light procession of the clubs, and a brilliant reception at the residence of Alex. McGibbon, Esq , who generously threw open his house for the pur- pose ; full particulars of the reception, etc., will ap- pear further on. •"T*^* 236 At the Annual Dinner of the Club, a presentation was made to Alex. McGibbon, Esq., full details of which will be found under its head. But while we found reason for the most joyous outpouring, we did not forget the sorrow which filled every bosom, when the news reached us of the sad accident which befel one of our office-bearers (John Anderson), and which ended, after weeks of weary agony and suspense, in his death. We give full particulars of the sad accident later on. His Honor, Mayor Cassidy presented a splendid silver cup for a two mile Race for the City Cham- pionship, which was run for, under our auspices, on March 15 th, 1873. During the Racing Season, there were some hand- some prizes (first, second, and third) given by the different Clubs. For these, there were 34 open events, which were won as follows : "Canada" club, 9 first, O second, o third. "Montreal" " 8 " i " o " "Alexandra" «• 7 •' 2 " 2 " "Maple Leaf" •« 3 •' o " o " "Indians" 7 2 ANNVAIi MEETING. The Annual Meeting of the Club, was held in the Mechanics' Hall, on Wednesday evening, 13th November, 1872, when thirty members were present. Ill I! ( .'■Jl 237 In the absence of the President and Vice- Presidents, Mr. William Campbell was called to the Chair. After the reading of Secretary's Report, the Treasurer's Statement was read and received. The statement shewed a balance of $96.48 due the Treasurer, being amount advanced by him to settle outstanding debts due by the Club during past season. The Meeting then proceeded to elect office- bearers for the ensuing season, with following result : — . ... N. II. Hughes, — Honorary Permanent President. C. Peers Dwids-oh.— President. Angus Grant.— /j/ Vice-President. Wm. L. Maltbv. — 2nd Vice-President. ' Wm. H. Whyte. — Secretary. ; i . Hugh W. Becket. — Treasurer. • • • • -* " COMMITTEE. . . Wm. Campbell. Fred. Havvkeslv, Godfrey Pelton. J. J. Davidson. F. C. A. McIndoe, D. E. Bowie. ROBT. Crosbie. After the election of officers il. was moved by James K. Whyte, seconded by D. E. Bowie, "That this Club do hold a torch-light procession in January, should His Excellency Earl Dufferin visit the city at that time, said procession to be in his nonor and in the event of our 30th anniversary as a Club." — Carried. It was also moved by II. W. Becket, seconded by Wm II. Whyte, " That His Excellency be asked to allow his 238 '■_., name to be placed upon our Roll of Honorary Life Members." — Carried. Twenty-three names were proposed for membership. Mr. E. A. Whitehead's name was added to the Roll of Life Members. It was proposed by Geo. Sully, and seconded by James K. Whyte, " That negotiations be entered into with the several city Clubs, with a view to the holding of a Grand Snow Shoe Fete, combining the funds usually expended by each, for the purpose of providing such prizes as would bring out the fleet- est men of .he day," After some discussion the matter was allowed to drop. There being no further business, meeting was dismissed. *• MONTREAL'* OREEN STEEPLE CHASE Took place over the Mountain track on Wednesday evening, January 8th, 1873. The finish was at Vosburg's new Club house, near the right hand corner of Cote des Neiges road, after passing the Roman Catholic Cemetery gate. The entries were Messrs. R. McGillis, R. Smith, Angus Grant, Sam. Struthers and Thos. Campbell. The first prize ($6) was won by R. McGillis in 36 min. Sam. S truthers, second ($4). Thos. Camp bell, third ($2). The track was heavy, and the runners had a fence to scale before reaching the winning post, which accounts for poor time. 239 ,(• ; "MAPLE LEAF" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE. Took place over the Mountain track on Saturday evening, January iith, 1873. There vfere ten competitors: — W. Collins, first, time, 21 m. 1 1 sec, silver medal ; John C. Bowden, 2, time, 21^ min., gold locket ; W. Short, 3. time, 22 min. 10 sec, gold breast pin ; H. Murphy, 4. time, 23 min. 15 sec. ; J. Simpson, 5. time, 23^ m. ; H. Scott, John Armstrong, D. Armstrong, Robert Sum- merhayes, G. F. Corcoran. The prizes were presented to the wirncrs at the Club house, amid great enthusiasm. "ALEXANDRA" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Took place on Saturday afternoon, nth January, 1873, over he Mountain track. t Charles Boyle, I, time, 21^ min. ; W. K. Roy, T. Farmer. • ' ' "CANADA" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Over the Mountain track, took place on Monday evening, loth February, 1873. The race was open only to "green " runners. 8 competed. Charles Lamothe, i ; H. J. Kavanagh, 2 ; E. Chinic, 3. Weather was clear and cold, and competition keen. AlVNUAI. ^'MGUDiTAIBi''* STEEPLE CHASE. Open to all members, took place on Wednesday evening, 29th January, 1873, over the same track r,. i 240 as the previous race, starting from tlic McOill Col lege gate. The night was dark and rather cold, the track good. There were 16 competitors. Fred. Mclndoe, first, (gold medal) time, 24 min . D. E. Bowie, second, (gold pin) 24 min. 20 sec. The sum of $10, was divided among those who came in within three minutes of the winner. This was claimed by Messrs. W. L. Maltby, and N. J. Carnegie. "ALEXANDRA" CLUB RACKS Took place on Saturday afternoon, the ist Feby., 1873, upon the Lacrosse Grounds. The day was fine and a large crowd was present. The club was honoured by the presence of His Excellency the Governor General, the Countess of Dufferin, family and suite. His Excellency had donated a " cup" to be run for, and seemed, as did the whole party to take a lively interest in the sports. There were six *'open" events, of which the "Montreal" won three, "Alexandra" one, "Canada." one, Indians one. One mile— Club— "Savage &. Lyman's" Gold medal.— 2 competitors, T. Farmer, first, lime 6 m. 35 sec Anderson, second. j 241 Quarter mii.f,,— heats,— open " Middlemiss cup."— T\to competitors — \Y. Kissock, (m) first, l)oth heats, time, i m. 18 sec. and l m. 22 sec. One mile,— open,— "Strovidcup"~7 competitors, — N. J. Carnegie, (m) first, — time,6m. 45s. J. Bowden, (M.L)Tiernay, (a) Armstrong, (m.i.) Thos. Hodgson, (m) Lang, Farmer, (a). Half mile, — green, — club race, — "Flannery medal." — 3 competitois — Tiemay i,time, 3m.20s. G. Roy, G.Anderson. One mile, — open, — ** Press prize." 4 competitors, D. E. Bowie, (m) I, time, 6 m. 46 sec. Chas, Boyle, (a) Fred. Mclndoe, (m) W. Collins, (M. L). • " ' Two MILES, — Indians. — Keroniare, i, tune, 13 m. 20 sec. Martin, 2, M. Daillebout, 3. 100 Yards dash, — heats,— open,— "Murphy medal." — J. D. Armstrong, (c) i, winning first and third heats, time. 12 and 14 sec. Edward Ermatinger, (yi) won second heat in 14 sec. Quarter mile, — Boys race, under 13 years. — 1st, pin, 2nd, $2.00. 7 competitors, — E. Kennedy, i, J. Murray 2 Two MILES, — "Governor General's Cup" — open, — Thomas Farmer, (a) I. The prizes were presented to the winners by His Excellency at the close of the meeting. SNOW SHOE RACE ON ICP:. This rather absurd sport was instituted at the Victoria Skating Rink, (among the other games of the club), which took place on the evening of Saturday, February 1st, 1873, and ptowed a source of much amusement to the large assembly present. The nature of the constituent elements of the track 242 remlered equilibrium almost an impossibility, and fiist time out of the question. The distance was five times round the rink. The prize, a silver tankard. There were 28 entries, and competitors were started in squads. Thos. E. Hodgson, (m) won first heat. R. McGillis, (m) the second. The winners then ran oflFthe tic, when McGillis captured the " tankard." *• mOXTREAL" CI.ITB*S ANXUAC RACES, Took place on the Lacrosse Grounds, on Saturday afternoon, February 15th 1873. The day was bright and clear, the attendance of spe ctators large and competition keen. Edmund Yates, the eminent novelist was preent and highly enjoyed the novelty of the sports. The Stewards were Messrs, C. J. Coursol, A. W. Ogilvie, W. F. Kay, Thomas White, A. McGibbon and A. A. Stevenson. There were six " open" events. Two of which were won by the " Montreal," two by the " Alexan- dra," one by the "Canada," and one by the Indians. Two MILES, Indian race.— prizes, $15, $8, $6, $4, $2.— 5 competitors, — Keroniare, I. time, 12m. 28>^sec. B. Dail- lebout, 2. Young Thomas, 3. M. Daillebout, 4. Martin, 5. OiiE MILE, — being the second heat for the " Press prize." — Two competitors, — Charles Boyle, (a) i, beating D. E. Bowie, (.M) ibo yards, time, 6 m. 9 sec. Quarter mile, — boys race, undet 4'/^ feet, — silver medal, 3 competitors, — Nicholson, i. i 243 Half mile,— club,— " F. Matthews cup."— 5 competitors, N. T. Carnegie, i, 120 Yards hurdle race, — green, — heats,— open,— gold medal. — 6 competitors, — Edward Ermatinger, (m) i. Two MILES,— "club cup."— 5 competitors,— R. Scolt, i, T. E. Hodgson. Quarter mile, — heats, — open, — gold medal. — 2 compe. titors, — Baptiste Daillebout, i, first heat. Geo. Anderson 2, (a). In second heat, Anderson distanced the Indian, and had a walk over for the third heat, time, i^m. 100 Yards dash, — heats, — open, — gold medal. — 3 com- petitors, — J. D. Armstrong, (c) i, both heats. Half mile, — open, —"Beers" gold medal. 3 competi- tors,— N. J. Carnegie, (m) i, Chas. Boyle, (a) 2. ^ f/. r IIIE AXNrAIi DINNER Of the "Montreal" Club, took place in the evening after the races, at the "Globe" Restaurant, St. James Street, and was served in admirable style by N. H. Vosburg. 58 members with some 1 5 guests sat down. Among the latter, Edmund Yates, Esq., the eminent author, upheld the honour of the British Isles, his brilliant wit and flow of eloquence being the life of the Company. The Room was tastefully decorated with trophies of Snow shoes and Lacrosses, encircled with evergreens, flags, banners and mottoes, together with neatly figured scrolls bearing the names of the prominent runners of the day, which all went to make up a very tasty scene. The chair was occupied by the President, C. Peers David- son, Esq. The Vice chairs by Messrs. \V. L. Maltby and Angus Grant. 244 Aftir dinner the usual toasts loyal and patriotic were dnink. In reply to the toast of His Excellency, the Governor General, the following original song was sung by Mr. John R. Flannery of "ours." (Respectfully inscribed to His Excellency, the Earl of Dufierin, Governor General of Canada, by J. R. Flannery, M. S. S. C.) Air— 'i he rattling Boys from the LouHty Down. The ton St proposed is one we'll drink With all the honours that we can, Let each one here prepare a cheer And drain his wine-glass to the man Whose name to all is so well-known In the village, hamlet and in town, For the right good fellowship he has shown, That rattling Boy from the County Down. Chorus.— Then, hip hurrah ! let's drink his health, May fortune on him never frown, But shower honours, happiness, wealth On that rattling Boy from the County Down. To represent our Gracious Queen, Lord Dufferin came and won our hearts, Her loyal subjects long we've been, And from her do not wish to part. If England ever fears to lose So bright a jewel from her crown, She a better guardian cannot choose Than the rattling boy from the County Down. Cho.— -Then, hip hurrah ! etc. liii 245 A nobleman by birth and right, A man with kindly feelings blest, We snow shoers look back with pri.le To the night Lord DufTerin was our ^UC"''' Our winter sports he always graced — For that, as well we'll toast him Lrown, 1 he frost and snow he boldly faced Like a rattling boy from the County Down. Cii<^. — Then, hip hurrah 1 etc. Should fortune change and this our Ian. I Yet free and independent be. And all her people, hand in hand Join in that work, from sea to sea. I'll tell you what will be the thing, We'll invest Lord DufTerin with the Crown \. Of this Dominion^ we'll make him King That rattling boy from the County Down. Cho. — Then, hip hurrah ! etc. The toast of our '• Stewards and Guests" brought Mr. Vates to his feet, he said : "Gentlemen of the Snow Shoe Club. — I do not know which has caused me the most surprise, the cold of the climate, or the warmth of your welcome ! If U has gratified me — and it has gratified me, very much, indeed — to have been received in the heartiest and friendliest manner throughout the length and breadth of the States, how much more gratifying must it be to be welcomed with enthusiasm by you, an offshoot from the mother country, sprung from the same stock and owing the same allegiance. It was my good fortune this afternoon to be present at your races and there to witness an amount of 246 athletic vigour which, I confess fairly surprised me. Looking back upon my own career, I felt not without a certain pride, that at one time of my life, I might possibly have been able to stand upon snow shoes without falling down, but the mere thought of attempting to run in them or jumj) in them madt: me shudder. There was a time when I was tolerably active, but since I assumed my present noble proportions, I have given up athletic sports. Yes, gentlemen, you may laugh, but the same fate awaits you all. The sword of Damocles was suspended over his head, while over you, young, bright and active as you now are, impenl middle age and rotundity. Each month b ings you nearer to the former, every glass of beer helps to the latter." Mr. Vatcs then brielly returned thanks for thj honour done him and resumed his seat amid great applause. ^ The " Stewards" was acknowledged by Thomas White, Jr. • Esq., of the "Gazette." The "Army, Na\'y and Volunteers" found respondents in His Honour Judge Coursol, and A. W. Ogilvie, Esq. The former gentleman expressed his special affection for the "Montreal" inasmuch as he was a member at its formation in 1843. "Our sister clubs" w.\s responded to by Messrs. T. B. Warren, (Alexandra) Nelson, (Canada) and J. Armstrong of the Maple Leaf Clubs. ;' ki •i " Our winter sports" having been disposed of, Mr. Wm. IL Whyte, sang the following song composed in honour of the club, by W. G. Beers, Esq. 247 II 11:53 i^ "TUQUE BLEUE." Air, — Good bye Charlie, Hurrali ! for frosty winter nights, the old moon shining clear, Our club meets at the rendezvous.with hearty shout and cheer, We ask no better kind of fun than on the swift snow shoe With chaps who never shirk a tramp, who wear the bright tuque bleue. Chorus. — Lightly dipping, tripping o'er the snow, This club in Indian file, tramps over many a mile. Lightly dipping, tripping o'er the snow. Hurrah ! for the wearing of the bright tuque bleue. The frost is keen, and cold the wind, the drifts are grand and high, 'Tis just the time for veterans their sturdiness to try, In Indian fyle we tramp, for no matter what may brew We love the blustering storm that beats upon our bright "tuque bleue." C HO.— Lightly dipping, etc. Oh ! you who wish to lead a life exempt from many a woe, Just step into a pair of shoes and tramp it o'er the snow. There's nothing like a ten mile tramp your vigour to renew, So don't back out but come along and wea. he bright "tuque bleue." Cho.— Lightly dipping, etc. . > %." For thirty years our club has liVeJ and earned a noble name. On cups and medals, not a few, you'll tind engraved its fame, When limbs are stiffened by "old time" we'll keep the club in view By training up our olive leaves, to wear the bright "tuque bleue." CHO.—Lightly dipping, etc. »/ ?48 for wh,ch Ihcy were i„cich,ed ,o \r\,TL "'" °^ '''"''"«' ,'o .he las. cro«.„i„g ,„, «.,,el k; i,'' ^r™' """ "'''-"^ ■n » princely manner, on (he Jr. , ?""" °1'™ ">'» 1'0""> -j^ch,i,hae,ei„\:rr:;TrE:a^rhet'^ •accompanied by what he H^oulh wZmk''""'"- •"" '' »•« ••/.ng. ehe hearlies, remembranTesVn u'h .' "/" "">■•' ^rati- °f 'he club. He finished hi, verv aW °^°™^ "■™''" as (o enable him lo con.rfb 1 ,0 T' "f '" ""''"S ^ ^i'-^ted ■" Aeir mountain .ramps A ° r ';'""""'^ "^ ''"''«■ ^hoers -; f-is foriune, he had d^ne^ rm'o:'':'''''' ''"^^-'«' Montreal would gladly do ""*" ^''>' '"i"" of country, and it would alwat Z ,'"' '" "" >-"'"> of .h" '0 cctribute in any Z^fZ '"'""■'«--""' P'easure fo-ng „p, who alth^g"^ "■;,/= "';• "--'f-ns "AIon;real," were yet alreidv" , f '«'' '° J"'" ">« o-ofthembei„gsLea;ff7etj '"^ 'P"'- •hey became old enough he I oneH^ '^'"^^ ^^'''^" "■e worthy band of s,fow sh rfw o ''^ ""■" ""'"'"« ""h Referring ,0 the special o "" ""'^^ ""■■• '•■-'o help the snoX,,-::r"' ""^ ■■' ''"^' "«■' "- for- ----^•-■cener;'Ve^:xr.rrde:°::-- I !ll 249 any special reference to remarks which had been made else- where. He might however, mention that he had received the personal thinks of His Excellency an.l his Countess before they had left his house, and he had since received their written acknowledgement accomj-janied by a souvenir, the possession of which, was to him a great honour. His only fear was, that in the numbers who were present and the difficulty of serving them all, some may have left without obtaining any refresh- ment whatever, as to carouse, there had been none, but those who had asserted the contrary, would have an opportunity of proving their statements in an another place. He thanked them on behalf of Mrs. McGibbon, and he could assure them equally with himself, she would always esteem it a pleasure to be able to contribute to the enjoyment of the show shoers of Montreal. , The following is a description of the plate : An assielte monte centre, with two fruit stands and plateaus, beautifully executed in silver and gilt, and finished in the highest style of the art, the centre piece bearing the following inscription. *' Presented to Alexander McGibbon, Esq., by the Montreal Snow Shoe Club, a slight recognition of many acts of kind- ness, February, 1873. .* .., Also a beautifully chased sterling silver card case, tablet and pencil, with the monograms of Mrs. McGibbon and the Montreal Snow Shoe Club engraved thereon. The toast of the " Winners" was responded to by Messrs. N. Carnegie and Scott, after which the club cup was present- ed to Mr. Scott, by Mr. Yates, and the Life Member's Cup, by Mr. Fred. Matthews, and the half mile medal by Mr. R. H. Stephens to Mr. Carnegie. The company broke up a little before midnight, having enjoyed one of the pleas.antest evenings in the snow shoe annals. 250 After the dinner a few of the guests and office-bearers of the club, were invited by Fred. Matthews, Esq. , to partake of the hospitalities of his home, for a short renewal of the pleasures of the evening. This was accepted and there was spent a very jolly time in ** fighting our battles o'er again," separating as the " sweet tongued bell of a neighbouring church ushered in the hallowed Sabbath morn. " "HIGH SCHOOL" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES Took place on Saturday afternoon, February 22nd, 1873, on the Lacrosse Grounds. The weather was very cold and the attendance of spectators small. There were three " open" events, two of which were won by the "Alexandra," and one by the '< Maple Leaf Clubs. OxE MILE, — club cup, — second prize, — pair of snow shoes. 3 competitors, — C. A. Handyside, I. T. J. Rutherford, 2. F. W. Haultain, 3. Time 7 m. 56 sec. Quarter mile, — boys under 12 years, — ist, pair of snow shoes, — 2nd, gold pencil. — G. Napier, came in first, but being disqualified on account of age, the first prize went to A. McGibbon, A. Kay, 2. A. McGibbon, 3. Half mile, — "W. McGibbon" medal. — 2 competitors, — W. Kay, I . Time, 3 m. 37 sec. A. Ross, 2. One mile, — open, — " Savage & Lyman's" Cup. — 3 com" petitors. — T. Farmer, (a) i. Time, 6 m. 35 sec. C. Boyle, (a) 2. R. Scott, (m) retired before running half a mile," with *' stitch" in his side I I.. I; u f 100 Varus dash, — heats, ~ clul>, — '• Frel. Gushing" medal. — 5 comj)Ctitors. — C. A. Ilandyside, won first heat, W. Kay, the second and thhd heats, Geo. Lamb, A. Seybold, A. C. Thomas. Half mile,— boys under 15 years,— "Claxton" gold pin. — 5 competitors, — A. Seybold, i. Ceo. Lamb, 2. T. G. Rut- herford, E. Biyson, Bernard. . ;.i::;'; 100 Yards dash, ~ open, —green,- hca'.s, — " Mcllur'» medal. — 5 competitors. — George Anderson, (a) i. Half MILE,— club,—" Grant" gold locket.— 2 compctU tors. — W. Kay, i. J. A. McGibbon, 2. Half milk,— open,— "L Street" medal.— 2 competitors— H. Murphy, (m. l.) won, his only oj)poncnt Geo. Anderson, retiring at end of first quarter. Consolation quartkr,— "A. A Stevenson, gold pen and pencil case." — A. C. Thomas, won. Lamb, McGibbon, Bernard, Haultain. i ■ The prizes were presented to the winners on the Ground, after the races by the Rector of the School and the Judges. "STADACONA" CLUB RACES Took place on the P'.splanade in Quebec, on the 25th February, 1873. There was a large attendance of spectators. Mr. J. D. Armstrong of the " Canada" Club, Montreal, was one of the competitors, winning 3 out of 4 " open" events. r. 1 252 Onk milk, — open. — H. B. Jatksun, i, ('gold medaU.— Ivlvvard Tiernay, 2. ($5). 100 Yards dash, — club,— R. Baltis, i. f^Gold pinj. D. M. Stewart, 2. f'Pair of Moccasins j. Garrison R/iCE,— Tiernay, " Hussars" i. ($5). Crane, 2. ($3). Reese " B" Battery, 3. ($2). Hurdle RACE, 120 yards, — open, — hcaU,— Mcdul.— J. D. Armstrong, (') i. CJias. Millar, 2. Quarter mii.e, — boys under 15 years. -snow shoe», — Richardson, I. P. Myles, 2, Quarter mile,— club,— ist, pair gold solitaires.— 2nd, $5.~D. M. Stewart, i. Charks Miller, 2. Half mile, — ojjcn, —1st prize, medal, — 2nd prize, Meers- chaum pipe. — J. D, Armstrong, (<) i. H. B. Jackson, 2. One mile,— club race,— gold medal.— VVm. Partridge, walk over. 100 Yards dash,— heats,— open,— Medal.— J. 1). Arm- strong, I. Charles Miller 5 yards start, 2. Quarter mile. Consolation stakes, — 1st, $5. 2nd, $3. 3rd, $2. O. B. C. Richardson, T. Anderson. W. Anderson. The track was heavy, and as a consequence the time was slow and unworthy of record. "MAPLE LEAF" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES, Were held on the Montreal Lacrosse Grounds, on Saturday afternoon, March ist, 1873. The weather was beautiful and a large crowd was present. The principal contest, that between Messrs. Boyle and Bowie, for the third and last heat of the "Press" prize, did not take place owing to the non-appear- I 253 ance of Bowie, when Boyle walked over the Course winning the " cup." There were six " open" events, three of which were won by the " Alexandra," one by " Canada " and one by the Indians. Two MILES, — "club cup"~4 competitors.— W. Collins, I. Time, 13 m. 50 sec. F. Corcoran, Short, J. C. Bowden. Quarter mile, — boys, "Phelps medal." — 3 competi- tors. — Dunn, r. Time, i m. 34 sec. Rcinhardt, 2. Ander- son, 3. One mile,-—" Tress prize. "—Chas. Boyle, (a) walk over. Half mile, — green, — open, — ist, silver medal. — 6 com- petitors, — lang, I. R. McGillis, (m) 2. J. Simpson, Bell, Kay, James Armstrong, (}>l.Lj. 100 Yards d.\sh, — heats, — open,— 3 competitors. — J. D. Armstrong, (c) I. Galameau, Bell. Half mile,— open, — gold medal. — George Anderson, (a) I. W. Collins, (m.l.) Finlay, Kay. Quarter mile, — heats, — club, — " Isaacson gold medal." R. Summerhayes, i. Murphy, 2. John Armstrong, 3. Two miles, — "Mayor's cup," — open. — 4 competitors. ^^ Some excitement was caused by the presence of Keroniare and other Indians at the post. The whites protested against them competing, but as there were no printed restrictions, the protest was of no avail and the race was started, T. Farmer (a) with the lead, Keroniare lost his shoes twice during the race, which was won by Young Thomas, Chas. Boyle, 2. Farmer retired. Half mile, — green, — club, — "Ollendorff medal. — 3 com- petitors. — George Corcoran, i. J. Simpson. Quarter mile, — open, — Gold medal. — 3 competitors. — J. D. Armstrong, i, Geo. Anderson, (a) 2. B. Daillebout, 3. h t I, 254 Armstrong won. -^''=''"«"™p"-club.-Jas. The prizes were dislribuied after th. •>)• 'he Judges. '" "'^ '«« "n ihe Gro■,„d^ "OTTAWA" CLUB RACES Took place at Mutchniorc Part n» S*.'873. The track Ts in :?r^'°"''^^^'^'' the snow being wet J,h ""^ condition, dotting the course at ''''"' '"'"^ '"'' ?"<"« which the comp" ors n'd to 'T "'"'^'^' "'^°"^'' from the finish thtrLt*?'""S<=i ^"""^ '5 yds. 'he depthof from 8^' t rclTTh "^'.•"'^^ '° cool foot bath .as the Se of the ^ ^'"'""^ «'1'0 took especial pains to«'rn th. ^""'^'°''' " very careful and not It th. r ""' '° ^^ " disease distributing" nuddll -."''"'■•" "^'"^ -oided and was the'mensof br "°' '"'"''^'^ ''^ tare grave, one of thelo^t ° "^'"« '° '^ P^^'^^" men in the City of oTt? "^ x?'""^ ^°""8 g^"tle. who won the quarter mile «« thatly '""^'"' Four iMontrealers, Messrs r p i . ™er, of .he "Alexandra" Fc/^r?:i ""• "■"- W. Becket, of the "Montreal" w.t '^°' '""^ «• ' peted. *' were present and com- The Indians, Keroniare and R ii ■„ ,. ••"so among the competitors "-^'"^bout, were II \^: 255 There were four " open" events, all of which had three prizes attached, the " Montreal " winning one first, and one second prize ; the "Alexandra" win- ning two, third prizes. One MILE, — open, — ist, gold medal, — 2nd, $15. — 3rcl, $10. Presented by the Privy Council of Canada. — 3 compe- titors. — J. Baillie, (Aylmer) led from the start, time, 6m 22 s. Nurse, (Toronto) 2. T. Farmer, (Montreal) 3. Half MiLE,~open, — ist, gold medal, — 2nd, $15. — 3rd, $10. — Corporation prize. — 4 competitors. — Keroniare, i. Daillebout, 2. C. Boyle, (Montreal) 3. W. E. \Vhitcher,4. Quarter MILE, — club race, — ist, gold medal, — 2nd, $15, — 3rd, $10. Pioneer Club of Ottawa. — 3 competitors. — W. E. Whitcher, i. Time, i m. 21 sec. \Vm. Bailey, 2. W. McMahon, 3. Two MILES,— Indian race, — 1st, $15 — 2n.l, $10. --Kero- niare, I. Daillebout, 2. .,.../. Two Miles, — ** Governor-General's prize, Champion Gold Medal." — Open to Amateurs and members of regularly or- ganized S. S. Clubs. Half-a-mile to be run over virgin snow, — for this race only three men appeared, — J. Baillie (Aylmer), C. Nurse (Toronto), and Crappin (Ottawa). In allowing these men to start the Judges committed a grave error, inasmuch as a// were professionals^ and it is question - able if any one of them belonged to a regularly organized club, as required by the conditions of the race. As none appeared to dispute their claims, the race was started. Baillie led the whole way, and won by nearly a quarter of a mile, lime, 15 m. 15^4^ sec. Nurse, 2, Crappin, 3. 256 120 Yards, hurdle race,— open, — ist, gold medal, 2nd, silver medal, 3rd, $10, presented by T. D. Harrington, Esq., —2 competitors,— H. W. Becket fMontrealJ, won two straight heats. F. C. A. Mclndoe (^Montreal ^, second. The prizes were presented in the evening by Rufus Steven- son, Esq., M.P., at the Russel House. Several bottles of wine were cracked, and to.ists, loyal and personal, were proposed and responded to. Messrs. Becket and Mclndoe responded to the toast of "Our Montreal friends," and after a very pleasant time the party broke up about half-past 10 o'clock ; the Montrenlers leaving by train, same evening, for home **HONTBEAI. * SUPPLEMENTARY BACGH. Were held on the Montreal Lacrosse grounds on Saturday afternoon, 15th March, 1873. The day was raw, cold, and uninviting, and few were in at- tendance to witness the sports. The Stewards, present were His Worship the Mayor (Cassidy), A. A. Stevenson, A. W. Ogilvie, absent Messrs. Thos. White, C. J. Coursol, W. F. Kay. ■-,■..■..-■ .... -■■;.■ . . , . si:.-,, ■ The races were all " open " events, one of which was won by the " Montreal." " Canada" club won two, and two were won by the Indians. 120 Vards hurdle race, — green, — he its, — open, — gold medal, — 4 competitors, — Edward Ermatinger (m) won first and third heats. Geo. Anderson the second, R. Summer* hayes, L. Galarneau. f m 1' 1 ; , 1 1 1 1 1 m i ■ Quarter mile, — heats, — open,— gold medal, — Keroniare walked over the course. One MILE, — open, — ist, gold medal, and, silver medal, — B. Daillebout, ist, time, 6}4 min. Keroniare, 2, Young Thomas, 3. 100 Yards dash, —green, — heats, — open, — gold medal, — 4 competitors, — L. Galarneau won. Jas. K. Whyte, C Mclver, Bell. Two MILES, — " City Championship, Mayor's Cup," — 4 competitors, — R. Scott (m),T. Farmer (a), W. Collins (m.l), Charles Lamothe (c), came to the post. Scott led the first quarter, and then retired with CuUens to talk over the '* frailties " of the human frame. Farmer and Lamothe kept it up some time longer, when Farmer left the track and made for the dressing-room, from where he soon emerged and mak- ing direct for the Judges' stand, protested against the ** cup " being awarded to Lamothe, on the grounds that his shoes were not regulation weight, etc. ; he knew, of course, having had lots of time to study their size and shape, as Lamothe crept away from him in the race. The protest was over-ruled by the Judges, on the ground, "that protests against competitors, &c., must be made before a race." Charles Lamothe, was awarded the enthusiasm, time of race, 13 m. 16^ sec. ♦' cup" amid great •• HONTREAI^** CLVB STEEPLE CHASE. The race over the mountain for the handsome Indian hunt- ing Coat, presented to the "Montreal' 'Club, by Chas. W. Radi- ger, Esq., took place on Wednesday evening, March 19% i. V h I'lie track was in fair 258 4873. There w^re 18 competilors. condition. Thos. E. Hodgson, led the field to the post inji^^min R- Scott, 2. 23 m. R. McGillis, 3. Afr. Radiger presented the Coat to the winner, compliment- mg him upon the good running he had made, and remarking •• that directly his name was mentioned, the thought struck him that it must be little Hodgson, who had distinguished himself a few years before in the boys' races, and so it proved, thus shewing ihat his early training had borne good fruit in malurer years. • After three cheers for winner, the donor and the Queen, tho trail home was struck. THE SNOW SHOE RACES, Air—" Camptown Races, Canadian fellows, sing this song, Hurrah ! hurrah ! " Wish the winter was nine months long Hurrah I hurrah I hurrah ! " Tobogan, sleigh and slim snow shoe," Hurrah 1 hurrah 1 ^ " Wish we had nothing else to do" Hurrah I hurrah ! hurrah ! Chorus. -A way I in Indkh fyle We tramp for many a mile, We shout hurrah ! for the manly race. And welcome the maiden's smile. Saturday afternoons at two Fellows with tuques of red and blue Muster on the snow shoe ground. The quarter track to travel round. I I •I '1^ t 259 At the word they toe the mark, Runners pale and Indians dark Pistol cracks, they're ofTlike shot, Weather cold, but the race gets hot. With eager eyes and heaving breast The leader soon is stiffly pressed, One makes a spurt to gain the front Wins, — or loses with a grunt. Trip goes a shoe, down goes a man In a worse fix than when he began, Rough old toss, but never slip, ** Djn't say die, but go it again. Stiffened lip an 1 muscle tense Speed and stride become immense Of stopping he has never a thought Victory's sweet when odds are fought. riuck comes nobly to the fore Gaining he is, more and more, Nerves all braced he dashes on Another spuit, — the race is won. Hearty cheers then rent the air Beaten men admit all fair, Winners from all boasts refrain, Losers say they'll try again« Moralists who disesteem The joys that in snow shoeing teem, Let the moral in our race Draw the snicker from your face. V.'fS, 260 '1 Perseverance is our word •' Giving in" is never heard, M(n can't follow in our track, \Vith beer in lelly or crime en back. We require no stimuli, * Our tramp's a hubslitulc for rye Mtn who love cur mountain track To shoulder rifle are never .^lack. Canada wants plucky mtn, Able with arm, as well as pen, In the tramping on snow shoe, '1 here's the national work we do. TPIE TORCHLIGHT PROCKSSION ' In honour of His Excellency, Earl Duffcrin, tock place on Wednesday evening, January ^5lli, 1873. The arrangements were in the hands of the "Alex- andra" Clul), who invited the city clubs to join thtm in the tramp. '1 his invitation was accepted by the ♦•Canada," "Maple Leaf," "Victoria" and "Montreal" (!lubs. Alex. McGibbon, Es([., kindly threw open his residence " Thornbury," to the " Alcxandra"and its guests, and with princely hospitality entertained the great number who tock part in the fete. The following cli|pcd from the " Montreal Gazette," delineates most truthfully the pi( turesque scene. ^\ 26l i '* It snowed the whole afternoon, and nt sunset fully 3 inches covered the roads. As soon as evening fell and the lamps were lighted, a general stir was visible in the Streets, sleighs were in demand, and hundreds of pedestrians wended their way up Beaver Hall Hill, to be present at the grand start. The scene opposite the McGill College, was one of the liveliest animation, thousands of people stood on the side walks, and every available inch of ground was encumbered. The police were not there to clear the way, and the ccr.EC- qucnce was a great deal of confusion. The ** Alexandra" club stood directly in front of the College gates, beside Ihem the " Canada," " Mn] le leaf" and " Victoria" Clubs. The " Montreal" Club (no strong) was accorded the place of honour, bringing up the rear and thus mustering on Unicn Avenue, had the'pleasure of being the first to welcome the Vice regal party. The club had just lit up and formed in line along the Street, when the Governor General's sleigh drove up. The word was given and cheer after cheer went up, His Excellency acknowledging the salute with bows and smiles. After some trouble the way was cleared for his passage to the head of McGill College Avenue, from where he was to view the march past. The word "forward" was given, and in Indian fyle the Clubs began to move through the College gates, out through the grounds, a little scattered at first, but soon more compact and finally in serried column. Up came with a magnificent sweep, the Montreal Club closing up the rear. Softly, silently, like the snow flakes upon which they trod, with the peculiar roll of the shoulders and jogging of the hips on went the band of athletes, the lurid torches illuminating their picturesque costumes, their bright turbans, their fleecy bashilisks and their cerulean tu(jues. Tramp, h i tramp like the s'.rokc of fate went their webbed foot-f.ill.<. tt WAS a glib trot on the level, but when they attained the Reservoir Hill, it became a quiet steady pull indicative of resolution and training. The Governor-General, accompanied by Lady Duflcrin, witnessed the whole scene of the start from ihcir sleigh, and it was only when the column was well up the slope, that they turned their horses and drove off by way of St. Lawrence street to reach "Thornbury." A stiff breeze was blowing, but the drive around the mountain was enlivened by the s]:>cctacle of the procession on the distant slopes, winding like a scrpir.t of fire through the trees. A long delay took place at the Toll Gate ; after passing this obstacle, the vice-Regal paity arrived at McGibbon's about 9 o'clock. The roadway was brilliantly illuminated by Chinese lanterns hung on the trees on either side, while a little to the right of the house, rockets, Roman candles, and various other fireworks added to the brilliancy of the scene. At the door stood Mr. McGibbon, cordially greeting each new arrival and bidding him welcome. In a few moments a faint gleam of light and then a succes- sion of lights appeared on the mountain in the rear of the house, and soon the Alexandra, Maple Leaf, Canada and Victoria clubs formed in line at the door. Hastily disencum- bering themselves of snow-shoes, and extinguishing their torches, they entered the house to make way for the " Mon- treal " following clop'' at their heels. On reaching the house, the latter club, at the word of their leader, formed in line and gave three rousing cheers. Mr. McGibbon briefly responded and invited them to enter and enjoy themselves. As they fded in'.o the hall, it seemed as though the end of the long line il 263 would never be reached, the "Mon'rcal" fonning nearly Iwo- llilrds of the procession. • . • -, . _ * . Among the guests present were His Honor the Mayor and Madame Coursol, A. W. Ogilvie anrl lady, Miss DcLislc, '1". B. Angus, Esq., Bank of Montreal, Clive, Esq., Mixed Claims Commission, Washington, D. C, Coulson, Esq., of the Gov. -General's staff, Hon. Henry Slarnes, and others who have escaped memory. The chair, at the supper table, was fdled by T. IJ. Warren, Esq., President of the •' Ale-iandra" club. At his right sat Lord Dufferin, at his left the Countess. After doing justice to the dainties spread before the guests, the Chairman proposed the loyal and patriotic toasts— we will not attempt to give these in detail, but will simply pass on to that of the Guest of the chilis. — In response the Ciovernor- Gcneral said : Brother Snmu S/ioers, — He felt it difficult to express his in- tense gratification at the cordial welcome he and the Coun- tess had met with from the first ('ay that they had set foot on the shores of the Dominion of Canada. And he could truthfully .say that nowhere liad this reception been warmer than it was to-night. He had been particularly struck by the picturesque sight of the torchlight processions It wa.s a novel spectacle, reminding h':»i of a fairy scene. In studying the characteristics of Canada, he had been impressed by the enthusiastic devotion of the people to manly sports and exercises. The importance of these could hardly be overrated . They contributed in a great measure to the vitality of a na- tion's temper and the independence of the national spirit Perhaps no people could boast of a greater variety of sports than Canada, and instanced amoro; others, snow-shoeing, tobboganing, skating, and lacrosse, the last of which he J;*::^; 264 chiiractciizcd as the gayest, liveliest, and manliest of games. He thought it was a subject of gratitude that ladies should engage on equal terms with gentlemen in several of these sports, and even occasionally surprais them. He had seen ladies dancing on the ice in Ottawa, Quebec, and Montreal, and he declared the sight to be the prettiest he had ever witnessed. Professors of i^sthetics spoke or such a thing as the poetry of motion, and he had seen it fully exempli- fied in the case of ladies performing various evolutions on the ice. In this the ladies of Canada should maintain their fame. When the people of a country could not only bear up against the rigor of an Arctic winter, but even lay it under contribution and make it serve to exhibit their grace and charms, they offered a beautiful example, and assisted in no inconsiderable measure to make the men brave, manly, and martial. His Excellency closed a most appropriate speech by wishing prosperity to all the snow- shoe clubs of Canada, associating with the toast the name of the Chairman, Mr. Warren. The Chairman in reply, thanked His Excellency, and in a neat speech expressed his delight on behalf of the Clubs at hi.s presence, etc. The " Army and Navy " proposed by C. Peers Davidson, Esq., " Rule Britannia " was sung by \V. L. Maltby, Esq. -; ^ "The Mayor and Mrs. Coursol " proposed by Hon. Htnry .Starnes, and responded to very wittily by His Honor. " Our Winter Sports " found a proposer in A. A. Murphy, Escj. The evening's entertainment was brought to a close by the toast of "Mr. and Mrs. McGibbon," which was received with deafm'ng plaudits. 'I he room fairly shook v/ilh the \n 265 enthusiasm. The Chairman Was completely at a loss to ex- plain the obligations of the clubs to their kind hosts. When they iirst frojectcd the procession, numberless difficulties beset them, and for a time they were in a quandary, when Mr. McGibbon heard of it, he stepped forward and offered the hospitalities of his beautiful home. A bare re:eption under his roof as a shelter from the weather after a long tramp, would of itself have been a great favor, how could they repay their obligation on finding besides, the richest and most exu- berant hospitality. Mr. McGibbon in a few quiet words expressed his thanks and regretted that his house was not larger, etc. While the speeches were engaging one-half the guests in ihe dining-hall, the remainder were engaged in the drawing- room. Here a means of entertainment was soon found, crowding round a magnificent piano the time was passed by solo and chorus singing till about eleven o'clock, when the doors of the dining-hall were thrown open and their Excellen- cies emerged, preparatory to the^r return to their hotel. { At eleven o'clock they tool: their departure, escorted to the Toll-gate by a number of the snow-shocrs. An hour later the whipper-in of the "Montrcals" (H. W« Becket) annoimced all out, and the trail home was struck, leaving " Thornbury " and its hospitable tenants to the sound repose which visits the couches of the righteous. 266 Accident TO and death of John Anderson, Esq. The particulars of the sad accident which depriv- ed the <' Montreal " of the services of a worthy member are clipped from the Star of February 15th, " While the blithesome spectators of the Snow Shoe Races on Saturday were wending their way homewards, a mournful procession pursued its way along Sherbrooke Street on its way to the General Hospital. The party drr.gged a toboggan bearing an unhappy looking bundle enveloped in bufialo robes. The bundle was a human being, the toboggan, the instrument whereby a lithe, active young man, had in a moment been transformed into a mere wreck, broken, bruised, and para- lyzed. It will shock a wide circle to hear that the poor vie- tim thus borne along was Mr. John Anderson, traveller for J. P. Clark & Co., dry goods merchants, a most genial young fellow, in the prime of life, and with a fine prospect opening before him. It appears Mr. Anderson and several friends had agreed to devote Saturday afternoon to tobogganing on a steep decliv ity, situated beyond the Sherbrooke Toll-gate and known as " Brehaut's Hill." The place bears a bad name from having been the scene of several accidents, although not quite so ser- ious as the present case. The party made several trips safely, " going like the wind," as poor Anderson describes it, and the sport was at its height, when AnJerson and a fiicnd set off down the hill 'ihe to- boggan was seen to swei-ve from the direct course and carom agamst a small snow-heap. Anderson's companion shot up into the air and fell head-foremost, but is said to have escaped mm^ 267 in with a severe shock. Poor Anderson was found with his feet still in the hood of the tohbogan, lying on his side, unable to move a limb, having apparently sustained severe injuries to the spine. With all possible daspatch he was extricated and placed upon a tobbogan, whitli by means of robes formed a capital anilnilance much preferable to a sleigh. When received at the Hospital, the lower part of his body soepied lifeless, and it was not untd midnight, after increasing efforts and attention on the part of the Hospital folks that warmth was restored. He was placed face downwards on air pillows, so as to keep the back sharply arched, and this position he will be compelled to keep for some lime. The whole length of the spine is covered with ice. We visited the poor fellow yester- day and found him suffering acute pain, but wonderfully cheerful under the circumstances. 'Ihe body below the chest is completely paralyzed, and so far all efforts to administer food had proved unavailing. The stomach repelled everything— even a mouthful of water. Some days will probably elapse ere the doctors will be able to speak confidently on the case. It is hardly necessary to add that the jioor fellow wants for notliing, he has the best medical attendance, a very kind nurse, and his emjiloycrs have proved themselves most compassionate gentlemen. " The poor fellow lingered, never recovering the use of the lower part of his body, until the 28th April, when death mercifully ended his suffering**. He left a large circle of friends to lament his un- timely death. The members of the Club took turns with mem- bers of the '* Royal Albert " Lodge of Freemasons, 268 in ktci^ing the poor fellow company thiough the long hours of his nights of suffering. He joined the Club in i8C6, wrs a nxn.Ltr of the General Committee in 1868, '69; Secretary in 18C9 70 ; Committee in 1870, '71, and 1871, '72. •:o:- NDASOX 1873 nnd IHTI. This was a memorable season in the annals of the club. Although not ly any means brilliant in the number of " fast times,"— it being rather the reverse, yet the large musters at the trrmjjs and the splendid success achieved by the club on the lyric stage tended to shew the interest taken in the cultivation, not only of physical lut also of vocal excellence. 'J wo Concerts were given, cue (in the Queen's Hall) netted the hand^cn.e .sum of $iit.86 to ihe funds of the Montreal Cenctal Ilcspital. The other in aid of our own fi:nds tock jJace in the Mechanics' Hall, —the Queen's Hall having been burned down in the interim — and wrs a].so a success. TRAAfP.S. 'J he season was not one favciuiiblc to cur pastime; 8 tramps over the mountain, and 9 of the country tramps being postponed on account of rain. Messrs. Angus Grant and Robert McGillis, were the first, on the evening of November 12th 187.^. to cross tl mountain ori shoes R i-^ J- 269 The snow having fallen quite early in the season the first tramp to the Club House (Roy's), took place over the mountain, on Wednesday evening, November 19th 1873, 22 members being present. The Club crossed the mountain 13 times, average attendance 31, largest muster 45. The club mustered at the Montreal Gymnasiuin, Mansfield Street, for the afternoon tramps. Machine was visited 3 times, average attendance 32, largest muster 35, The members driving averng- ed 8. ■ St. Laurent -was visited twice, average 13, Ir.rgcst muster 15, Sault-aux-Recollect,once, 2? tramped, 14 drove out. St. Vincent de Paul — so famous in Club His' tgry— once, 11 tramped, 10 drove out, NEW MEMBERS. The Club Roll shewed a total of 156 members, Messrs. Geo, Roy, Edward Ermatinger, W. C. Trot- ter, Harry Jones, and William Cairns, were added to the list of members. NEW CLUB. One new Club was organized under the title of " Our Club, " composed of members of the Or- der of the Knights of the Black Watch. It was a private organization, many of its members being also connected with other city clubs. During the 270 I Summer season it changed its name, — on being form- ed into a pedestrian Club,- — to tlic " Tecumseh" Pedestrian and Snow Shoe Club. . . ^, ..,. ,. OBITUARY. The Club lost one ol its oldest members by death in the early spring of 1874. Although Thomas Coffin was unknown to many of the junior mem- bers, he was much thought of by the older portion of the club, and remembered as the winner of many a tough contest with the Indians, both on the track and in the Lacrosse field. The Club did net give any prize for the usual annual steeple chase, but was the only club that held Annual Races during the season. Roy's Hotel at the north corner of the Cote St. Catherine and Cote des Nelges roads, was chosen by the Committee as the Club House for the season. ANNrAIi MEETIKG. ', . The Annual Meeting of the Club was held on Wednesday evening the I2th November, 1873 in the Montreal Gymnasium, Mansfield Street, when 35 members were present, C. P. Davidson, Esq., President in the Chair. The Secretary and Treasurer read their reports which were received, after which the following gentlemen were elected Officers for the season : N. H. Hughes, — Hon. PenvMnent Fresidcfit. C. P. Davidson, — Presidmt. Angus Grant, — jst. Viu-Freiidiut \V,\i. L. Mai.iby, — 2Md Vlcc-Presideut. 271 if " ?8 ; , ■ • Wm. II. 'WHYTK.—Sccrefan'. : ,^,:,.. ,, .II. W. Becket,— Treasurer. ■ COMMITTEE. Wm. Campbell, F. C. A. McTndoe. Godfrey S. Pelton, D. E. Bowif, George Sully, J. R. McKedie, ' John Brown. A motion by D. E. Bowie to amalgamate with the Montreal Lacrosse Club, in the matter of a club house, was ruled out of order. Nineteen names were proposed for membershii), among whom were Wm. Cairns and Sam. C. Stevenson. During the Meeting, Messrs. Angus Grant and Robt. McGillis appeared in uniform and with shoes, having crossed the Moun- tain, — — — "ALEXANDRA" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Across the Mountain, starting from the College Gate and finishing at Prendergast's gate, Cote des Neiges, took ])lacc on Monday evening 26th January 1874, and proved a success. The track was in fine condition and the time fair. J. Simpson first, Jas. H.Davison second, Geo. Anderson, third. VICTORIA SKATING RINK. • The absurd exhibition, (snow shoeing on ict) inaugurated at this Institution in the year 1872, ■appears to have become " a thing of absurdity and a /tf/r^ forever" by its continuance upon the pro- gramme of the legitimate sports of the wearers of the steel. The Annual games took place in the Rink on Thursday evening, February nth 1874, when there was a large and fashionable audience present. -: 272 There were 39 entries for the Snow Shoe Race, which was won by Mr. C'leorge S. Mublell, prize a gold pin. "CANADA" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Over the Mountain, from McGill College Gates to Prender- gast's Gate, took place about the I2th of February 1874, The night was very cloudy and dark, and the runners found great difficulty in keeping the track. Charles L.imothe, first, prize a gold medal, presented by \V. W. McNaughton. Other competitors arrived in the fol- lowing order: C. A. Nelson, H. J. Kavanagh, E. Chinic, Harry Starnes. The Club dined at Piendergast's after the race. "OUR" CLUB, "TUQUE BRUNE." ' This Club organized this season, from among ^ the members of the Order of the Black Watch,. .; was a private institution, many of its members rr having their names upon the Roll of the "Montreal." It immortalized the first season of its existence by a iramp to St. Andrews, a distance of about 45 miles — the longest upon record. On reference to a circular issued by the Secretary, .-. (T. J. C. Rodden) we find the route, time, etc., laid '^ down, which were as follows : 1st. Rendezvous at corner of Bleury and Sherbrooke Streets on Friday evening, February 20th 1874, to start at 7.30 p.m. sharp, arrive at St. Eustache, at one a.m., supper, etc. I-eave at 7 a.m., Saturday, reach St. Andrews about 3 p.m. 273 m ill 2n(l. Club uniform, to be worn, vi/. : lilaiikct Coat, Brown tuque and red sash, (probably knickerbockers and stockings, or pants, covered the lower cxtrcmiliv.'s, ochcrwise left nu Ic by his order.) 3rd. On Sunday a.m., the members to atlenl church in a body. 4th. The time for starting on the "home" tramp will be decided at St. Andrews, but to be so arranged, that members can return to business on Tuesday morning. Then follows an invitation to Brethren to join the tramp, and a cordial welcome from the St. Andrews people promised, through the columns of the " Argenteuil Advertiser." The weather was very stormy, and did not improve till the ] arty was several miles on its way. There was very litlle snow, many fields being er.lirely bare, which made the travelling anything but pleasant. St. Eustache was reached at 1.45 a.m. Saturday, and a comfortable meal mada by the tram- pers. At 7 a.m. the bugler, C. Clapham, blew the Reveille, startling the peaceful old inhabitants of the quiet town into memories of past warlike events, nnd serving to brighten the spirits of the trampers. A start made, snow now being plentiful and the weather bright and pleasant, the trampers enjoyed it to the full. The village of St. Benoit being reached about 10 o'clock, the party rested and had dinner. At one the route was again taken up, when after travelling about four hours and a half, St. Andrews in all its pristine beauty flashed upon the eyes of the weary voyageurs. They were met by a deputation of the citizens who turned out to welcome them to the Town. On Sunday, Church was attended, both Episcopal and Presbyterian. In the afternoon their Hotel was besieged by the residents desirous of testifying good wishes for their welfare. tf 274 At 8 o'clock on Monday morning th: relurn tra np was ma^t'e, in the face of a heavy storm ; nothing daunted they kept on taking the route via St. Ilcrmas, Belle Riviere and St. Eustache, arriving at the latter place at 6 p.m., when they had dinner, arriving in Montreal early on Tuesday, morning. The time occupied in going was ihirteen hours —"Our club" made many friends and spent a jolly time. TRAMT TO ST. ANNS (23 MIMCS.) By the same club took place about the loth March 1874. They left the Rendez-vous about 3.30 p.m ; owing to the bad state of the roads they walked on foot to Lachinc, dined at Mrs, Hanna's (5.30), and 8. 15 saw them on the irway, facing bravely the blustering storm which found no impediment in its long clean sweep down the River and Lake, driving the snow into her.vy drifts. In passing the residence of Mr. N. H. Hughes, nearly opposite Isle Dorval, the Boys saluted with a will— of course the old Gentlemen was out in a flash to return the salute and invited them in, which was gladly accepted. After an hour's pleasant chat they again faced the music of the storm, receiving instructions from *' Evergreen " to keep to the fields as the River was open in parts. They arrived at O'Brien's Hotel, St. Anns, about midnight, where they had refreshments and the rest so well earned. They left St, Ann's on the Return tramp at 10.30 a.m. next day, reached Point Claire at half past 12, rested an hour and had dinner. Struck the ice and kept there till open water scared them back to the fields, reaching Lachine at 3.30 p.m. — There they had another rest and dispensing with their shoes, tramp* ed by ro.id to Montreal arriving about 9.30 p.m. IMAGE EVALUATION TEST TARGET (MT-3) y ^ // A % K <9 % /^ /: ^. ei v > '>> y /^ 1.0 I.I itt 1^ 12.2 2.0 1.8 11-25 111111.4 IIIIII.6 w [0 k o / 275 ".CANADA" CLUBS OPEN STEEPLE CHASE Across the Mountain took place on Saturday afternoon, 28th February 1874. Starting from McGill College gates and finishing at Prendergast's gate. There were 13 competitors. The track was very poor, notwithstanding which the time was very fast. Charles Lamothe, (c.) first, Silver Cup, time 19m. 353. W. Collins, (m.l.) second, Medal, time 20m. 35s. R. Scott, (m.) third, Medal, close up. A dinner took place after the Race when Hon. Henry Stames andM. P. Ryan, Esq., M. P. took part in the presen- tation of Prizes. ■ CONCERT BY THE "MONTREAL" CLUB. The members of the Club gave two Concerts this season, the first of which was held in the Queen's Hall, St. Catherine Street, on Tuesday evening 17th February 1874, in aid of the funds of the Montreal General Hospital, over 50 members took part and it proved a grand success, both in a musical and financial point of view, the sum of $ni.86 being handed the Treasurer of the Hospital. Practice under the leadership of P. R. MacLagan, Esq., Organist of Christ Church Cathedral, commenc.4 on Monday evening, 2nd February, in the large Room over Messrs. Gould & Hill's, Piano Ware- rooms, and used by R. H. Brand, as a private Billiard parlor. Two practices a week were indulg- ed in, and the men entered so heartily into the .L iy6 spirit of the scheme, that the runners allowed all thoughts of training for the races to go by default ; as a consequence the Annual Races were tame, but the vocal effort was made a success in e\ cry way. The following extract clipped from the " Evening Star" of the i8th February, does ample justice to our first appearance in public upon the stage. The Queen's Hall last evening presented one of the most brilliant and picturesque scenes which has been witnessed within its walls this season. The Concert of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club crowded the Hall to its utmost capacity ; the elegant evening costumes of the ladies shining in silk and satin, were fancifully and picturesquely diversified by the blanket coats, gay sashes and fancy caps of the Snow Shoers, who acted as ushers and who were seen flitting about all parts of the Hall, imparting a variety and brilliancy to the scene never surpassed in the Hall. THE DECORATIONS. Too much praise cannot be given to the members of the Club, for their taste and labour in decorating the stage which presented a novel and beautiful appearance, adorned as it was with the emblems of Snow shoeing and Lacrosse. Over the entrance door at the back was hung Notman's well known picture of the Club surrounded with English and Cana- dian flags, above this was the Arms of the Club surrounded by the motto "Tuque bleue, " and above all was the emblematic "tuque" of the Club. On the right ol the stage was the motto " Our Summer sports," and grouped in tasteful forms were a number of Lacrosses, while the handsome " Clapton" flags surrounded by a picture of a Lacrosse field and several little red caps sufficiently represented the summer game. ==a L 277 On the left of the stage was the motto "Our Winter sports" there were displayed a variety of snow shoes, from the long canoe shaped shoe used in the Hudson Bay Region, to the short round shoe used in Newfoundland, and from the heavy old Regulation "four pounder" to the lightest and most improved " racing" shoe of the present time, so light that it seems scarcely strong enough to support a man's weight and yet is tough enough to bear him lightly over the snow. On each side in front were two raised stands, surmounted by large shields covered with maroon cloth, and both stands and shields were literally loaded with cups and medals, trophies of members of the Club, Our reporter counted 38 cups and 104 medals and gave up in despair of ever getting to the end. THE CONCERT "Was opened by a few appropriate remarks by the President, C. Peers Davidson, Esq. , after which the Club sang their fami- liar "Snow Shoe Tramp," Messrs. W. L. Maltby and Murray, singing eac!i verse as a solo and the club joining in the chorus. If there had been any doubt of the success of the Concert, it was dispelled by this song which was splendidly executed and fairly electrified the audience. The appearance of the Chorus about 50 strong, all in full snow shoe costume, with their shoes strapped on their backs was extremely pic- turesque, and the effect was not a little heightened by the presence of the youngest member (?) of the Club, a son of Mr. John Murray, who has reached the considerable height of three feet nothing, and looked charjningly funny with a pair of snow shoes almost as long as himself strapped on his back. It would be impossible to follow the progmmme through in detail, we must therefore, content f'urselves with saying that the solos, "The Queen's letter y Mr. Johi Murray; ip i 11 .278 " Terence's farewell, " by Mr. J. R. Flannery ; " A Mariner's Home, the Sea," by Mr. W. L. Maltby ; "Let me like a Soldier fall," by Mr. Arthur Terkins ; "The Railway Porter," by Mr. John Gay; the "Owl," by Mr. Fred. Hawkesly, were well rendered and called forth rounds of applause. Mr. John Burland read some selections from " Handy Andy," and Mark Twain's '* Story of a Musket" in a very humorous style ; and the piano Solo "Marche aux Flambeaux," by Mr. Alex. Perkins elicited a well merited encore. The duett " Love and War," by Messrs. Perkins and Maltby, was also thoroughly well done. We have reserved for the last the songs and choruses of the Club which were undoubtedly the feature of the evening, and were all well done. They consisted of "Tuque bleue" a spirited song to the Air of " Good bye Charlie," written by Dr. W. G. Beers, the Solo being excellently well sung by Mr. Donald Campbell, who possesses a clear sweet tenor voice, and the chorus given with good effect by the Club. "Rule Britannia," Air by Mr. Campbell, "March of the Men of Harlech," "En roulant ma boule," led by Mr. N. H. Hughes, " Lutzow's Wild hunt" and " God Save the Queen." Several of the choruses were encored and in response to one encore " The tramp to Lachine" was given by Mr. Hughes, with chorus. We must not omit to mention Mr. Robert Crosbie, who presided at the Piano, and Mr. P. R. Maclagan, Organist of Christ Church Cathedral who assisted as conductor, and to whose efforts in training the choruses the success of the Concert is to some extent due. We may state here that with the exception of the conduct- ing, everything connected with the Concert and decorations was done by the members of the Club. The Club may 279 he congratulated oi\ having given something new and unique in its style, and the noble charity to whose benefit the proceeds are to be devoted will be considerably benefitted by tlic substantial results of their efforts last night. SECOND CONCERT. The second Concert of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club, took place last night in the Mechanics Hall, and was a marked success in every respect. The Hall was filled with a large and fashionable audience, unusually sharp on time. The tlecorations were similiar to those used at the last Concert. The shields and supports saved from the Queen's Hall fire were renovated and recovered by the medals and cups won by the members, but we were sorry to miss a large number, as it is known that the Club possesses over $5,ocx) worth in prizes. The arrangement on the small gallery, of Lacrosses, Snow Shoes, blue tuques and the Claxton flags, won by the Montreal Lacrosse Club three years in succession, was very tasteful, as well as the mottoes beautifully done by Mr. James Sutherland, a member of the Club. The programme opened with "The Snow Shoe tramp," by Messrs. Murray and Maliby, with chorus by the Club. A charming solo "Only to Love," by Mr. A. C. MacDougall, was rendered with much taste, as well as the solo " Marie" by Mr. Donald Campbell. The chorus " to all ye Ladies," sung by the Club without accompaniment was a rousing production. Mr. Gay, as the " Railway Porter" seemed to forget his part in the beginning, but he recovered himself admirably towards the end. *' Lutzow's Wild Hunt" was sung with considerable discrimination. This ended the first part. After a short intermission the Club filed on the stage again, and opened with the Solo and Chorus ** Tuque bleue" which they did so effectively that the audience demanded an encore. 1 i 280 and the two last verses were repealed. At the end of the last verse Mr. Donald Campbell, who sang the solo, brought to the front the little boy of Mr. John Murray, as he sang ♦' When limbs are stiffened by old time, We'll keep the Club in view, " By training up our olive leaves, To wear the bright tuque bleue." The little chap as well as a younger olive leaf, the son of the President, Mr. Davidson, joined in the chorus with full strength of lung. At the last chorus, •' Hurrah for the v^^earing of the bright tuque bleue," the whole Club took off their tuques and waved them. Mr. Maltb)''s fine voice appeared with good effect in ''Knge thou angry storm." Mr. Burland gave a reading ** Selection from Mark Twain" and in response to a vociferous encore gave "Amateur Actors." The solo and chorus *' En roulant ma boule," led by Mr. Hughes and followed by the Club, imitating paddling was very fine, and reminded one of the Ottawa and the voyageiirs. ** Cantique de Noel" solo voices in unison, was one of the finest pieces on the programme, and was not half appreciated. Mr, Flannery sang *' Far on the deep blue sea" in his usual good style. The solo, and chorus with original music and words, "The Snow Shoe call" introducing the Alpine call and echoes, and the ** Montreal" shout was evidently new to some of the members, but we understand that this piece has only been practised four times, *' God save the Queen" finished an enjoyable evening. (From the Gazette. ) The following gentlemen were the Concert Com- mittee : — Messrs. C. Peers Davidson, Angus Grant, George Sully, Robert Crosbie and Hugh W. Becket, Secretary. MMiMMWM ]. 88l THE SNOW SHOE CALL ' Dediatfd lo the Montreal S. S. Cluh by JV. G. Beers, tSj^) Here's to the slim snow shoe lis glory vre renew, Its fame will live and pleasure give To manly hearts and true. May its graceful dipping The fair and brave enthral, And with it live the echoes of Our mountain snow shoe call. TuU-lul-lul-li-it-too CuoRUS. -Hear the wild shout of the snow shoeis ! (The call) Ringing o'er mountaiii and valley ! (The call) Dying away in the valley. Here's to the rousing song Vit sing as we tramp along, Over the hill it bounds and trills In echoes clear and strong. If the strength and glory Of youth you would recall, Then exercise your lungs and limljs On snow shoes with our call. Clio.— Hear the wild, etc. cno, tSa Here's to our Queen's command ! By England's Throne we'll stand, When time and strength will make at length A nation of our land. Never may her standard Beneath another fall, And ever loyal live the men Who shout the snow shoe call. Hear the wild, etc. *«MO:>rTREAL»' CLUB'S AN3flAI. RA<'ES Were held upon the Lacrosse grounds, on Saturday afternoon, 21st February 1874. The day was stormy, disagreeable and the attendance of specta- tors small. In consequence of the interest shewn in a new venture of the Club, viz : the Conce little time was thrown away upon training, the result being slim fields and poor competition. The Stewards were, His Honour the Mayor, A. Bernard, Esq., Messrs. A. A. Stevenson, A. W. Ogilvie, W. F. Kay and Thomas White, Jr. There were six " open" events, " Maple Leaf Club won three, " Canada" one, " Alexandra" one, Indians, one. Two MILES, Indian race. Prizes, $15, $8, $6, $4. Keroniare (i), time 13 m. 35 sec. B. Daillebout, (2) Joseph Thomas, (3) M. Daillebout, (4).-^ 5 competitors. 283 lOO YARDS DASH, OPEN, In heats—prize gold medal. — 5 competitors, — Robert Sum- mcrhaycs i, (m.l), time 14s. i^}4 sec. Two MILES, CLUB CUP Brought out two competitors. — John McGinn, (i) W. L Allen, (2). Half mile, open. Prize gold medal.— 2 competitors,— Geo. Corcoran, (M.L) i, time 3 m. 25 sec. D. Waugh, (2). Quarter mile, boys, Prize silver me Jal. — 5 competitors, — Nicholson, (i)time 1.42. 100 YARDS DASH, CLUB, In heats, President's prize. — 5 competitors, — J. Daviy, first. Quarter mile dash Open, — gold medal. — 2 competitors, — R. Suinmerhayes,{M. i.) I. George Anderson 2, time I m. 21 sec. Half mile, club Life Member's cup. — John Davey, i. Thomas Ho('gson came in first, but having lost a shoe was disqualified. Time 3 m. 23 sec. — 5 competitors. One mile, open, Silver cup. —Charles Lamothe, (c) walked over, time 6 01.53. 100 yards hurdle race ^ "^r^ Green, heats, — ^^old. medal. — Geo. Anderson, (a) i. — 2 com- petitors. The prizes won by other than members of the Club, were presented after the races, those won by members were given at the Annual Dinner. 284 •MCONTBEAL** CLlJB*fl AMNVAL DINNER Was held at the Terrapin Restaurant, Notre Dame Street, on Monday evening, 6th April 1874. About forty sat down and a pleasant evening was spent The chair was occupied by the H on-Permanent President, N. H. Hughes, Esq., C. P. Davidson, the President, being called from the city on business. The vice chairs were filled by Messrs. Angus Grant and Wm. H. Whyte. Among the guests present were His Worship the Mayor, Hon. Henry Starnes, Col. A. A. Stevenson, Messrs. Thomas White Jr., (Gazette), Arthur Birks, " Alexandra" Club, P. R. Maclagan, Organist Christ Church Cathedral. The prizes won by Messrs. McGinn and Davey were presented. The party broke up about mid- night after spending a very pleasant evening. (T\ The following words were composed and dedicated to the Montreal Club, by Mr. John McGinn, " Club cup" man of '74. "FAR, FAR ACROSS THE SNOW." When bright Summer days are past, And old Winter's stormy blast Has spread o'er all his mantle pure and white, Then our hearts they are aroused And our snow shoes are unhoused, For we hail his tardy coming with delight. While some his chill may fear, S i. two straight heats. Robt. Stewart, 2. Two MILES,— club cup. — Thos. E. Hodgson, first, time 300 14 m. 22 sec. Geo. Roy. 2ncl. H. Downs, 3rd. — six competitors. Half mile, — open, — prize, gold medal, — William K. Roy, (m) first, time 3 m. 12X sec— McKenna 2nd, — 3 competitors. Quarter mile, — Boys under 4ft. — medal.— T. McNulty, Dowd, 2nd (son of an old member, Frank Dowd. ) Half mile — club, — green,— President's prize, runinimi* form — William Cairns, ist. time 3 m ii>^ sec. — 8 compet- itors. Quarter mile. — open, dash, — prize, gold medal — was a trial between R. Summerhayes of the "Montreal" and John Daveyofthe "Caledonia". Davey was a member of "ours " this season but resigned and formed the club dignified by the Scottish cognomen. Summerhayes won — 3 competitors. One mile, open, — silver cup, — W. K. Roy,(M) won easily —Jos. Laing (c) 2nd, — Thos. E. Hodgson giving up,— 3 competitors. 100 Yards, Hurdle race, — open, in heats, — prize, gold medal, — Thos. E. Hodgson (m) first — 3 competitors. The only prize won outside the club members was presented on the ground to the winner, young McNulty, by the Mayor, Dr. Kingston. The rest were presented at the Annual Dinner. took place in the evening at the "Terrapin" Notre Dame Street. In the unavoidable absence of the President, Mr. Angus Grant occupied the chair. Messrs Hugh W. Becket and Wm. H. Whyte occupying the Vice-chairs. T ■ I 3 301 Among the guests present were His Worship the Mayor Dr. Kingston, Colonels Frank Bond, and E. A. "Whitehead Messrs. Alex. McGibhon, A. W. Stevenson, representing "Canada" club, Charles Boyle, "Emerald" club, John Davey, "Caledonia" club. Prizes were presented to the winners of the day, Messrs Thos. E. Hodgson, {2) W. K, Roy, (2) Summtvhayes (2) \Vm. Cairns. . Messrs. Samuel and Donald Cami)bell, D. E. Cameron, D. Mills, N. H. Hughes, John McGinn and E. Bulmer favoured the company with some good songs. The President arriving shortly before breaking up, wai received with three times three. The Company separated about mid-night after spending a most enjoyable evening. "EMERALD" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES. The first races of this club took place upon the Lacrosse Grounds on Saturday afternoon, 20th, February, 1876. The weather was very disagreeable the snow falling in large heavy flakes, making it unpleasant for spectators. There were four "open" amateur events, "Montreal" winning three, " Emerald " one. Two MILES, — Indian handicap. — Prizes, $15. $6. $4. On the fourth lap Keroniare (s), caught the leader, and won by two yards. B. Daillebout (25 yards.) 2. Young Lefebvre and Joe. Foster (50 yards.) M. Daillebout and While Eagle, (75 yards) Joe Motour and another (icx) yards), time 13 m. 31^^ sec. 302 V. Half mile, — green, open, — prize. Silver Watch.- -owing to a foul, the race was run twice, first heat was won by George S. Hubbell, (m) a foul having been entered, it was run over, when George R. Starke (m) won, R. Stewart second, Hubbell distanced — 6 competitors — time 3 m 15 sec. Two MILES, — club cup race, — T. Martin, first, — time 14m. 30j!^ sec. J, Boyle, 2. McKenna, MuUins, Woods, and another. 100 Yards, — heats, open, — Medal. — Mclver won choice of positions and consequently the race, as there was only a narrow path, outside of which the snow was soft and deep Mclver (e) first, two straight heats. R. Summerhayes, (m) 2. R. Stewart (m) 3. Boy's Race, — (4 feet) silver medal — X ™'^6» ^"^7 o"^ boy of 4 feet making his appearance, the race was thrown open to taller youths, when won. Quarter mile dash, — open, — gold medal. — Wm. Cairns (m) first, John Davey (c) 2. R. Summerhayes 3. 3 competitors, — time i m 18^. Half mile, — green, club, gold medal, — McKenna, first, time 3 m 18^ sec. Cloran 2, Butt 3, Wood, Simi^son, McNally^ One mile, — open, — gold medal, — Geo. Roy, (m) first R. Scott (m) 2, defeating Chas, Boyle, (e) George R. Starke, Lang (c), and Mullins, — time 6 m 44 sec. The prizes were presented to the winners by the Mayor Dr. Hingslon who complimented each upon his pluck and endurance. ST. GEORGE'S CLUB. 17 Members tramped to St. Johns. Que, on the 20th, r 303 February 1875, returning by way of Chambly and Longueuil. STADACONA CLUB'S RACES. During the Season this Club held races in Quebec, when the following programme was carried through. . The Judges were his Worship the Mayor, the Earl of Dunraven, Col. Strange, Col. Alleyn, C R. Coker and J. R. Middlemiss. Track was heavy. One mile. — S. Piton, i. gold medal— time, 7.38. H. P. Challoner, 2. gold locket 5 entries. One .hundred yards, hurdles — heats. — Chas. Millar 1. gold mcdali 4 entries. Quarter mile, Garrison, — Government shoes,— Driver Addison, i. $5. Drummer Jordan, 2. $3. Gunner Hilliard, 3. $2. 3 entries. Quarter mile, green — club. — G. Stevenson, i. gold pin. H. Drummond, 2. pair of snow shoes. 4 entries. 100 YARDS — DASH, — heats. — Charles Millar, i. silver, medal. 6 entries. Quarter mile. — H. J. Chalmer, i. gold ring. 4 entries. Consolation race. — W. R. Brodie, i. $5. M. Foley, 2. $2. LEVIS SNOW SHOE CLUB. The fourth Annual Races of the club, took place on the ice near G. T. R. Depot at South Quebec on Saturday 27th February 1875, and were a complete success. One mile, — open, first prize, gold medal, second, gold ring,— S. A. Piton I,— time 6 m 20 sec— H. R. Challoner 2, W. R. Brodie, — 3 competitors. 304 Quarter mile, boys, — under 15 years — Fred Powell i, opera glass A. V. Anderson 2, (album). Quarter mile, — green, — club — G. Ramsay i, (medal) A. Cairns 2, (gold pencil case). Quarter mile, — open, — S. A. Piton i, (silver cup) time I m I5sec; — H. P. Challoner 2, (gold pencil case). W. R, Brodie. 200 YARDS, — boys under 10 years, — C. W Anderson I, (snow shoes) R. Ramsay 2, (draught board j. Half mile, — club, — T. A. Anderson i, (gold pin) P. Gurry 2, gold locket. 100 YARDS DASH, — lieats, Open, — Charles Millar i, silver medal. One mile, — club, — S. A. Piton i, gold medal, time 7 m. 15 sec. — P. Gurry 2. Gold Solitaires. Quarter mile, Consolation,— T. Moran, i. ($4) W. R. Brodie, 2. ($2). Boys race, — prize. Box of Paints, — V, Lemieux, i. Prizes were presented to the winners by Mr. Thomas Anderson, of South Quebec. QUEBEC SKATING CLUB. A Snow Shoe Race took place, among the other club sports at their Rink, Quebec on Thursday evening 4th March 1876, 3 times round the Rink, winner, Mr. Charles Millar, (silver medal). W. R. Brodie 2. (watch stand). "CALEDONIA" CLUB'S RACES. The first Annual races of this club took place on 305 ! I ^fi the Rifle Ranges at Point St. Charles, Saturday afternoon 6th March 1875. The weather was not very pleasant, snow falling heavily all the afternoon. There was a large attendance of spectators and the competition keen. There were five " open " events. " Montreal " won three, " Canada" one. " Emerald one. Two MILES, Indians, handicap, — Keroniare, scratch, B. Daillebout 40 yards. M. Daillebout 50 yards. Young Thomas 75 yards, "White Eagle and Lefebvre 125 yards, Motour, 150 yards. 7 competitors — B. Daillebout i. Keroniare, 2. M. Daillebout, 3. One mile, — club, — 4 competitors, — Joseph Laing, i. John Alpeck, 2. Henry Belcher, J. McCowan. Half mile,— open — George S, Hubbell (m)— Cloran. and Woods of '* Emerald ", Britt, Millar and Deroche> 6 competitors, Quarter mile dash, — open, — 3 competitors, — Robert Summerhayes (m) I; John Davey, (c) 2. William Cairns, (m) 3. One mile, — open, — 2 competitors, — Charles Lamothe, won by 75 j ards. George Starke, (m) second. Quarter mile dash, — club, — Montgomery, i. Joseph Laing, Walmsley, Dockett, Cuthbert. Boys race, — Cunningham, i, Half mile,— open, — W. Cairns, (m) i. Geo. Starke, (m) 2. Joseph Laing, (cal) 3. Indian boys race, —^i^ mile,— White Eagle, Jr, i. 4 3o6 lOo Yards dash, — heats, — open, — Charles Mclver, (e) i. R. Summerhayes, (m) 2. John Davey, (CAL) 3. The Mayor, Wm. Kingston Esq , presented the prizes to the Winners at the close of the meeting. MILITARY SNOW SHOE RACES. The volunteers of this city had a grand day's sport on Saturday afternoon, 13th March 1875. As most of our crack Runners are Volunteers there were few strange faces to the fore in these Races. They took place at Decker Park and were under the patronage of the Staff and officers of the 5th Military District. A large number of spectators were present. The track was half a mile long and over virgin snow. Two MILES, — Indian handicap.— prizes, $ro, $5, $3. $i. Keroniare scratch, B. Daillebout, 30 yards. M. Daillebout, 100 yards. Young Lefebvre, White Eagle and Motour, from 150 to 200 yards. I^efebvre won after a close race, from B. Daillebout, ^vho could have won, but wailing for Lefebvre to pick himself up, after a fall, he "brushed " him "home", but stopping before reaching the winning post Lefebvre won, B. Daillebout 2. White Eagle 3. Keroniare 4. — time 14 m. 45 sec. One mile, — open to Volunteers, — 7 competitors — Walker, Dunmore, R. Scott, and Howe of the "Victoria" Rifles, Logan and Shepherd of the " Ilochelagas " and Milner of the Garrison Artillery, i . 9Si 307 Howe won by 60 yards, — (silver cup) R« Scott 2. f'silver medal^. Shepherd 3. {$3). Quarter mile, — Regulation Shoes, open to members of *'B" battery — there were 12 competitors. This race brought vividly to mind the days of i860 when the Regular troops on_ their great broad shoes — too heavy and illshaped for the most scientific "shoer" to handle properly, — furnished amusement to crowds of spectators. Coslello I. ($5.) McCuUoch 2. ($3.) Dumaine 3. {$3.) '* Potato " race, — This novel feature in snow shoeing was looked on with interest. A number of potatoes were placed at equal distances, about a yard apart, reaching 100 yards (in a straight line), from a basket. This basket was the starting point and the potatoes had to be lifted singly and de- posited one after another in the basket, which remained sta- tionary. There were 4 competitors. White Eagle i. ($3.) B. Daillebout 2. ($2.) Keroniare 3. ($1.) M. Daillebout 4. Quarter mile, cadets race, — in uniform, — Cole i. (silver medal) Bissett 2 ($2.) Kempt, Gault, White, Leithhead 6 competitors. Two MILES, — open to Volunteers — 3 competitors. — Lieut Charles Lamothe, ** Hochelagas " i. (gold medal) W. Collins, Serj. Major, Cavalry 2. ($3.) beaten 200 yards, R. Scott, "Victorias" 3, — time 14 m. 47 sec. — '^oUins protested that Lamothe was not a bona fide Volunteer, he having resigned his Commission sometime before. The protest was sustained and the medal went to Collins. Quarter mile, — open, — ^J. Davey, R. Summerhayes and Thomas Foy entered — Davey and Summerhayes protested against Foy's competing, on the ground that he was a professional. He was allowed to run imder protest, when 3o8 Davey withdrew, not wishing to jeopardize his standing as an Amateur. In this he was at fault, as his protest before the race preserved him '^^ m future quesiion on the point, Summerhayes beat Foy 20 yards in I m. 24 sec. (gold medal). One mile, — open to all members of Clubs who were Volunteers, J. C. Bov Jen, lirst — silver cup — time 7 m. 45 sec. R. Scott (m) 2nd. lost his shoe and a fair chance for the "cup" ($3.) Half mile, — open to Victoria Rifles only — R. Scott No. 3 Co. won medal presented by Lieu't Geo. Winks, — Geo. Walker, 2nd. and D. Scott, 3. This Race closed the days sport and after the presen- tation of prizes the spectators were soon on their way to town. EMERALD CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE over the mountain took place on the evening of the 15th March 1875, under circumstances which would probably have dampened the ardor of less enthusias- tic lovers of the "Shoe". It was a handicap and the distances were stepped off in a down pour of rain — 8 competed, Charles Boyle, scratch. McKenna and Martin, 50 yards. John Boyle 150 yards. Hayes, Dwaine, Doran and Timothy, 350 yards. P. McKenna led to the " Pines ", where his shoestrings gave way, C. Boyle passed and led to the last field where his foot went through his shoe, smashing it, McKenna by the accident regained the lead, winning the gold medal, presented by Mr. Wm. Wilson. Chas. Boyle 309 taking the second medal, presented by their Hotel- keeper Mr. Dwyer. J. Boyle (3rd) J. J. Hayes won the "green" prize. After supper and presentation of the prizes, three cheers were given for the sport, it being the last " meet " of the club for the season, the members took the Road to town, looking forward to the next season for a renewal of their triumphs. ^•STARRY FLAG" CLUB'S RACES. The first Annual Races came off on Saturday afternoon March 20th 1875. The only note of them to be found was of the 100 yards dash in heats, which was won by P. J. McElroy, prize, silver tray. ♦'MOUNTAINEER" CLUB OF COTE DES NEIGFS. Had races also on the same day, but the same paucity of particulars occur, and only the winners of the 3 legged race, Messrs Gunn and Campbell were noticed. "B" BATTERY RACES. Came off on St. Helen's Island on Mondayafter- noon March 22nd 1875 ^"^ were a great success. The day was fine and the track, which was a quarter mile, in splendid condition. The Judges were Lt. Col. Bacon, Capt. Short and Lieu't. Devine. Quarter mile, —open, to old soldiers, — 4 competitors, 1 310 — Sergt. Lyndon, Trumpeter Leslie, Gunner;, Dumaine and Martell. Leslie, i. Lyndon, 2. Martell, 3. Quarter mile, — open, — in heats, — Gunner Geo. Iley- wood, I. Gunner Genest, 2. Leslie, 3. Vinson, 4. Second heat, — Ileywood, i. Vinson 2. Genest, 3. Gunners Stapleton and Gilchrist competed. *' Potato" RACE,— Stapleton, I. Ileywood, 2. Martell* 3. N. Lyman, Vinson, Genest, Murphy, Dumaine, Gilchrist. 300 Yards Hurdle race,— heats,— 6 hurdles 2^ ft. high — Lyndon, i. Stapleton, 2. Gilchrist, 3. The prizes were presented on the ground by the Judges and as each went forward to receive his prize he was greeted with a round of hearty Canadian cheers. THE LATE DAVID RQDGER Esq., M.A. On Thursday morning April 8th 1875, shortly after two o'clock Mr. Rodger quietly breathed his last. Softening of the brain was the immediate cause of his death, but he had been sufTering from disease of the lungs and the severity of the past winter severely taxed even his powers of endurance. Mr. Rodger was born in Edinburgh in 1819, was educated at Heriots Hospital and subsequently at the University, he attached himself as private tutor to a party of young gentle- men and accompanied them to Australia where he spent five or six years. Leaving Australia he returned to Edin- burgh and joined the staff of the "Scotsman" Not find- ing Journalism congenial to his taste, he engaged himself as Mathematical Assistant in the High School, Edinburgh. Soon after he obtained a situation in the High School in this city and in 1847 commenced his duties. He has held the situation for 28 years with credit to himself and great benefit to his scholars. ' He was an enthusiastic admirer of out door sports, was an excellent curler and as President of the "Crescent" La- crosse and "Alexandra" Snow Shoe Clubs did a vast deal of service in promoting the advance of these healthy out door pastimes. Scrupulous integrity, love of truth, fair play, hatred of all show and hollow pretence, wt*re among the characteristics that marked his career and when his useful life was brought to a close on that early spring morning, Montreal lost one whom many of her best citizens had to thank for the success which had attended them through a prosperous career. LONG TRAMP ON SNOW SHOES. The following we clipped from the "Gazette" (Montreal) of May 23nd 1875— which shews the necessity of early train- ing in the use of the Snow Shoe— "Winnipeg, May 22. — E. W. Jarvis and party of the Canada Pacific Survey arrived last night. They left British Columbia last December, experienced great difficulty in crossing the Rocky Mountains, owing to the great depth of Snow and severe weather. The Smoky River Pass, one hundied miles north of Jasper House pass, was found impracticable for a Railway nor was any other found preferable to the one already surveyed by Jasper — They tra- velled ujiwards of 900 miles on Snow Shoes, ran out of pro- visions shortly after leaving the Mountains, but obtained sufficient game to carry them through to Edmonton. Left there April 7th, etc. etc., * * * This is perhaps the longest tramp on record. SEASON 1875 and 1870. As the years roll on, the glorious sport we enjoy seems to grow more than ever in favor among 312 ft [st >y the youth of our city, and not only did our club receive large additions to its membership this season, but many otiier clubs were organized and flourished. Every evening old Mount Royal's sil- very height resounded with the hearty song and cheer of a club wending its way to its Club House in Cote des Neiges. Not mere corpor- als' guards were en route, but long lines of enthu- siastic devotees of the sport were to be found sporting the different uniforms of their respective clubs ; and greatest among them all — as became the Alma mater club, — was the "blue tutjued" line of the "Montreal" as night after night, with musters of from 50 to 125, they tramped over the well- known track to the Club House. During the first part of the season, snow was scarce, and from the middle of December till the middle of January, there was no snow shoeing at all. During this interval the club tramped (without shoes) by way of the road to the Club House. TRAMPS. First tramp by way of the Road took place on Wednesday evening 17th November, 1875, 31 mem- bers out. There were twelve tramps in this manner, with an average attendance of 46, and largest muster ^?>. 3^3 The first tramp over the mountain, took place on Wednesday evening ist December, 1875. 25 present. The last tramp over the same track on Wed- nesday evening, 22nd March, 1876. 50 present. There were eleven tramps over the mountain track, average attendance 54, largest muster 125. As it sometimes happened, members tramped both by the Road (without shoes), and over the moun- tain (with shoes) to meet at the Club House ; we have thought it well to average the musters both ways ; by combining them, it gives the average attendance at the Club House at 71, with two musters of 150, and one of too members. There were three Mountain tramps postponed on account of rain. The following places were visited on the Saturday afternoon tramps. Lachine, twice, average 35, largest muster 61, driving 16. Blue Bonnets, '♦ " 24, ** 25, ♦* 5. St. Laurent, " " 44, *' 48, " 13. Longue Pointe, once, 60, " 60, " 14. St. Vincent de Paul, once, 12, " 12, " 4. There were five tramps postponed on account of rain. NEW MEMBERS. The Club Roll numbered 315 ordinary members, and 23 Life members. 3^4 yg 1 6. 5- 13- 14. 4- »unt of 149 names were added to the Roll during the season. Among the names added to the Roll we find the following : R. M. Mowat, Charles Lamothe, J. C. Bowden, and A. W. Stevenson. I OBITUARY. DIED SAMUEL CAMPBELL, Aged 32 yenrs. On the 30th November, 1875, the Club lost in Samuel Campbell one of its most valued members. His strong, manly voice, which so often delighted the members at the Club House Concerts, and around the festive board is hushed forever, and we remember him as an obliging and kind-hearted comrade. His funeral took place on the 2nd December, 1875, when a large number of the members were present. NEW CLUBS. Among the new Clubs organized this Season, were the " Montreal Garrison Artillery," " Inde- pendent," " St. Andrews," formed from members o^ sr i-i 315 No. 5 Co. V.V.R. "Free and Easy," "Prince of Wales Rifles," and " Hanover Street." FINANCES. The Treasurer's Statement shewed the handsome balance of $102 to the credit of the Club. AUTKriTAIi MEETING. The Annual Meeting took place on Wednesday evening, November loth, 1875, in the Montreal Gymnasium, when 75 members were present. C. P. Davidson, Esq., the President occupied the chair. The Secretary and Treasurer read their Reports, which were received. The following gentlemen were elected Office- bearers for the season. C. Peers Dayibsos.— President. Angus Grant.— /j/ Vice-President. H. W. Becket. — 2nd Vice-President. W. H. Whyte. — Secretary, Fred. C. A. McIndoe, — Treasurer. R. Crosbie, W. G. Beers, Committee, G. S. Pelton, Thos. E. Hodgso!^, D. E. Bowi"; Jas. Sutherland, J. R. McrjiDiE. 65 names were proposed for membership. Sundry alterations were made in the Bye-Laws, but as they are annexed we avoid any particular notice of them here. 3i6 MOLNTAiar STEEPLE CHASE Of the Montreal Chib took place on Wednesday evening, January 26th, 1876, after several postpone- ments on account of unfavourable weather. Tl e start was made from Union Avenue, thus adding about 300 yards to the usual distance, the finish being at Prendergast's gate. Twenty-five competitors faced the starter. 'J'he track was rough and stony, the scarcity of snow ex- posing the hard uneven surface of the Mountain Boulevard, (then under construction.) C. Lamothe first, prize, gold medal, time, 24m. 20s. George R. Starke, second, silver medal, time 24m. 303. The following arrived whhin 3 minutes of the winner, and had prizes to the extent of $25, divided among them, Messrs. F. C. A. Mclndoe, George Roy, W. L. Allen, R. M. Mowat. Judges, Messrs. W. H, Whyteand H. W. Eecket. There were about 150 members present, 90 o whom sat down to supper, before which the prizes, with the exception of the first medal,— were presented to the winners by the President. "TERRA NOVA" CI.UIVS MOUNTAIN STEEPLE CHASE. The " fat men's" race of this Club, took place on 317 I :■ Friday evening, February 25th, 1876. The course, which was very slippery, was from the " pines" to Dwyer's Hotel, nearly opposite the Roman Catholic Cemetery gates. M. W. Hutchings, President of the Club, was the winner, no time given. ■ "MOxXTKEAL" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES Took place on the Lacrosse Grounds on Saturday afternoon, February 12th, 1876. The clay was mild and the track almost hard enough for foot racing. There was a large gathe'ring of the lovers of the sport ; competition was keen and all declared it the best day's sport for a number of years. His Worship Mayor Kingston, Messrs. A. W. Ogilvie, M. P. P. \V. L. Maltby and Col. E. A. Whitehead, were the Judges present. Colonels A. A. Stevenson, Frank Bond, and Thos. White, Jr. Esq., being absent. Messrs. D. E. Bowie, H. W. Becket, and John Robinson, Handicappers, Angus Grant, starter, and Geo. Robinson, time-keeper. There were five open events, all of which were won by the " Montreal." Two MILES, Indian iiandicai'. The o.'iginal entries were, Keroniare, scratch, B. Daillc- bout, 40 yards, White Eagle, 175. As most of the Indians wished to run from scratch, the CommiUee allowed them to 3i8 do so and the race was run as follows. Keroniare, Daillebout, White Eagle, Young Lefebvre, scratch, "Thomas" and Joe Sawatsi, lO yards, M. Daillebout, 50 yards. Keroniare caught the leaders at the three quarters pole--and the race finished with Keroniare first. ($12). B. Daillebout, 2. ($8). White Eagle, 3. ($4). M. Daillebout, 4. ($2). Time. 12m. 54>^s. 100 YARDS DASH, IN HEATS, Prize, gold medal. — Robt. Summerhayes, (.M) won in two straight heats. Time I3^^sec. and I2^sec. defeating Sam. Massey, Charles Mclver, Mclntyre and G. S. Hubbell. Two MILES, CLUB CUP, George Starke won, defeating George Roy, Wm. Cairns and W. L. Allen. Time 13 m. 54 s. B.)YS QUARTER MILE, (UNDER 4 FT. 9 IN.) Prize, silver medal, — White Eagle, Jr., won in i m. 29^2 sec. defoat'ng another Indian boy, Isaacson and McGibbon. Half mile, handicap, G. S. Hubbell scratch, R. Mowat, R. Summerhayes, 15 yds. W. Hubbell, 20 yds. Stanway, 30 yds. McGibbon and Millar, 40 yds. R. Summerhayes and W. Hubbell did not start, Mowat won in 2 m. 52 s. (gold medal), Stanway, 2nd. Half mile (club), President's prize, R. Mowat, won in 3m. ii^ s. W. Hubbell secon-l, defeating Messrs. Auld, R. Stewart and Stanway. 100 yards, hurdles in heatf, Gold medal. — Messrs. R. Summerhayes, and JI. W. Becket competed, Becket won first heat, and led the second heat till within 3 yards of the post, when he tripped and fell, sm I ill 3^9 Fumineiliayos winning. Ik'cket was out of (raining and in the third heat ran blind, Sununcihayes winning ')y two yardh. OnK MM.K. (HANUICAI-) MFPAI. C. J. Coursol, 125 yy the Emerald Club. Two MILKS, Indian race.- J. Lefcbvre ('Sioj, won in I2m. 22S. beating Keroniaic, ($0), who was second, IJ, Daiilcbout, 3. ($^), White Kagle, 4. QUARTKR MILK, oi'iiN, — •' McShane cup."— R. Summer- hayei, i. Time 1.15 s. Geo. Corcoran, 2. Sam. Massey, 3. Two MILKS, CLUB cuF'. — James McKenna, i. W. P. Mullin, 2. J. Boyle, W. Newman. Quarter mile, boys under 4 ft. 9 in. — Prize gold pin.— T. McNulty first. 6 started. Two MILKS, HANDICAP, (^open^—Chas. Lamolhe, scratch. The ot> • men and their limits not being puljlished we cannot give them. At the mile and a half the race wa»^onfinccl to Lamothe and T. J. Martin, — 4 having stopped. Martin won by 200 yards, in 14 m. 25 sec. Lamothc's shoes came off once or twice during the race. Quarter mile, Indian uovs race.— prizes $3, $2, $1. T. Ixifebvre, i. J. Daillebout, 2. J. Morris, 3. Half mile cluh,— *• Wm. Workman" gold medal.— A. II. Woods, I. W. P. Mullin, 2. 100 YARDS, HEATS, — "Stroud" gold medal. — R. Summer* haycs won two straight heats. C. Mclver, 2. Quarter mile, cluh, — *• Wm. Wilson" gold medal. —P. J. McElroy, i. A. H. Woods, 3. P. O. Martin, 3. Half mile, oi'RN — "J. V. O'Brien" gold medal.— Thos. E. Hodgson, (m.) Time 2m.40s. Geo. S. Hubbell, 2. Consolation handicap, one mile,— J. W. McGauvran gold medal. — C. Lamothe, i. Time 6X ni< J. Johnston, 2. The Mayor presented the prizes at the close of races. 32a HANDICAP RACE AT QUKBIX, The race for tlic " Harder" gold medal, took place on the i8tli March, 1876, The distance was two miles, and the contest took j)lacc upon the Ksplanade. 1). White of the l,evis Club, (350 yds.) won, time 13 m. 45 s,, defeating H. P. Challoner, (s.) T. A, Anderson, 200 yds. W. R. lirodie, 300 yds. CALEDONIA CLUB'.S ANNUAL RACES Took place on the Lacrosse (Grounds, on Saturday afternoon, March 2 5lh. The weather was disa- greeable, but was forgotten in the excitement attend- ant upon the close competitions which took place. There were four "open" amateur events, two of which were won by the " Montreal" and one by "Caledonia," One mile cluij rack, — gold medal.-— J. Williams, won in 7 m. 53 s. defeating J. O'Brien, J. Pill and A. Turnbull, Boys kace— s, CLun RACK, heats— medal .—O'llricn, i. win- ning 2nd and 3rd heats. Ward winning first. Half milk CLnn,— medal. - J. Williams, i. Ward and Macwood. 100 VARUS CLUB,- won by J. Montgomery. The Prizes were afterwards presented by Col. Stevenson, and Messrs. Rodgers and iJohm. PRESENTATION TO N. If. HUGHES ESQ. On Saturday afternoon March 25tli,the club to the number of nine tramped to Lachine led by our old chum Grant and his dog Monday. On reaching Lachine, the Trampers found a num ber " who there had drived " among others our worthy President. On supper being announced twenty-five members sat down to do justice to the bountiful repast. 'I'hc President occupied the chair, on his right the guest of the evening "old Nick Hughes," as the boys love to call him. Dinner having been disposed of and the Queen's health drunk with all the honours,the President in a few well chosen remarks, presented Mr. Hughes with a handsome cup as a tribute of respect and esteem from the club. In returning thanks, Mr. Hughes spoke of his long connection with the club (36 years), and the many 324 pleasant hours spent with its members. He instanced the vahie of snow shoeing by stating that "during the last lieavy snow storm, he had important business at Pointe Claire, but found there was nothing moving, the railway was hopelessly blocked up and the roads impassible; then the value of snow shoes became ap- parent, donning these com|)anions of many a tramp, he started from Lachine across the ice,through a tear- ing gale and reached his destination in an hour and five minutes." He went on to detail other little exper- iences, but time and sj)ace will not admit of their reproduction. After drinking the health of Mrs. Hanna and other volunteer toasts, the room was cleared for the evening's amusement, which was kept up till the near ai)proach of midnight warned the Presi(ient that the bounds had been overstepped. After "(iod save the Queen"had been sung, sleighs A\ere in order, and some few who had tramped, thought it well to rest quietly in Lachine, till day- light appeared, before trusting their i)recious persons on snow shoes for the return tramp. So ended one of the joUiest meets ever held by the club. IROQUOIS CLUB RACES. The Caughnawauga Indians held races on the t:jiM^ H ( ill 325 Lacrosse (Grounds, on Saturday afternoon, A])ril I St, 1876, The. weather was very mild, the track lieavy and time slow. There was a large attend- ance of spectators. The first race, (iialf mile) was run by the " old time" chamjjions, notably amon^^ whom were " old Thomas" known as the "skele- ton," Francois De l.orimicr, Louis Lefebvrc and I'Vancis Albert. Old Thomas and Albert made the running, and in the run "home," Thomas brushed his leader; Albert not relishing such symptoms of a a renewal of youth in his aged rival, put out his hand to check the rush of the feeble spirit of a bye gone age, which had the desired result, and Albert had the satisfaction ••of racing in first, although the l)rize went to his " antique" rival. Time 4 m. 47 s, FiVF. Mir.ES RACE which followed, was atrial of speed as well as of endQrance. Keroniarc un- dertook to race a fresh runner every mile during the first 3 miles, and on the last two, Baptiste Daillebout was to take up the gauntlet, Keroniare was destined to take second place, his efforts in dis- posing of his first three rivals, and the loss of his shoe several times served to handicap him to such an extent, that he withdrew from the race at 4j4 miles, and Daillebout finished alone. An all-fours race of 40 yards, created a deal of o{ 326 amusement. An Indian unknown to the racing world won this novel race. Boys race of iiai-f a mii-e, open to all hoys' was won by White Kaglc, Jr., healing M( Neice 100 yards. A TWO Mii.E RACE, Open to white men, wjs to have closed the races, but there being no entries the affair did not ( ome off. INCIDENT.S. On the tramp of Wednesday evening, Qth of I'eb , 1876, the club was joined by the Hanover Street Club, an Association composed of juveniles living in the vicinity of the Street giving its name to the Club. It being their first tramp over the mountain, they were taken care of by the " old club" and safely landed ut 10.30. NKAHOK IWH and 1H77. 'i'he record of this Season is unsurpassed in interest in the Annals of the Club, and in looking o/er the Roll of membership and 'IVeasurer's RejKjrt we find the list of mem))ers larger than ever, and the finances in a satisfactory conditi TRAM The winter of 1876 \ an unusual one, as regards the lateness of snow, there not being suflTi- cient for shoeing until the 20th December; but when fairly set in, it was a most agreeable season, with plenty of snow and the majority of the days on which cuf tramps fell, were cold and clear. The first tramp of the Season (without shoes) 328 ll\t on, on took place on VV'ednesday evening, the 15th Nov., 1876, l)y the road to Prendergast's Hotel. Twenty- three members turned out, led by the President. Tliere were 4 tram[)s in this manner, average attend- ance 32, largest muster 45. On Wednesday evening, 13th December, Mr. Angus Grant and his dog " Monday" broke the " trail" across Mount Royal ; the less adventurous members, to the numl)er ot 27, tramped to the Club House by way of the road. The first tramp on shoes, took place on Wednes- day evening, December 20lh, over the Mountain. 'I'hc meml)ers turned out 65 strong, led by the Secretary, W. ('. Trotter. The last tramp of the season took place on 24th March 1877, when six or eight members tramped to the IJack River. 'J'he Club crossed the mountain 10 times, on the evening tramps, average attendance 71, largest muster 146, viz., loth January 1877. Lachine was visited 3 times, average attendance 28, largest muster 30. The meml.)crs driving, aver- aged 15. Sault aux RecoUet, 3 times, average 25, largest muster 42, average driving 9. St. Vincent de Paul, once, 31 tramped, 21 drove. St. Laurent once, 20 tramped, 7 drove. 329 TRAMP TO CORNWALL, At 2.30 on Saturday afternoon, 3otL December, 1876, three members of the club, Messrs. Wa lace C. Trotter, D. C. Alguire and J. H. Smith, started from Montreal on a tramp to Cornwall, Ont. Some 25 members had signified their intention of joining in the tramp, but the 22 inches of snow which fell during Friday nightj probably induced them to remain quietly at the "■ Rendezvous " and wish the hardy trio " God speed," as they started upon the longest tramp ever undertaken by any c ity club. They tramped to St. Annes the first aiurnoon, where " tired Nature's sweet restorer" nerved them to greater deeds upon the morrow. The next evening (Sunday) saw them arriving at Lancaster, about eight o'clock, after facing a fearful storm, which blew in their faces nearly all day. On Monday morning, they struck Lake St. Francis ; snow shoeing here became a pleasure, the glorious scenery, lending additional charms to the already glorious tramp. They reached Cornwall at noon, having accomplished the 78 miles which separ- ates it from our city in 46 hours, from time of leaving, and 21 hours' actual tramping. At Corn- wall a very enthusiastic greeting was tendered, and dinner with the accompaniments, indulged in. 330 CONCERT AT CORNWALL, ONT. During the early part of the season we received and accepted an invitation from the Mayor of Cornwall, to give a Concert in that place in aid of its poor. We had a few preliminary practices, and on the 2nd January, about 55 of our members, in full snow shoe uniform, took the train and arrived at noon in Cornwall, where they were met by the Mayor and a number of ladies and gentlemen of the town, joined by the three members who had tramped thither. After taking a short cut ''across country" to the Town Hall, where billets were pro- vided, the boys remained with their respective entertainments until evening. The Concert took place in the Town Hall, and was a great success in every way ; the proceeds amounting to $188.44. The following gentleman took an active part in the p3rformxnce ; Messrs. D. Mills, Fred. Hawks- ley, Reichling, Cameron and Wilson. Alter the Concert the Hall was cleared for danc- ing and the " wee sma hours" saw the " Tramps " indulging in the " giddy mazes" of the dance, with some of the sweetest damsels of the Capital of the old Eastern District. •"Tr TRAMP TO ST- VINCENT DE PAUL. This village rendered famous in our club annals by a song, was visited, by thirty-one members who mustered to face the distance. The lead was taken by W. C. Trotter ; Angus Grant and " Monday" bringing up the rear. The Ottawa Hotel at St. Vincent de Paul was reached by the vanguard in 2 hours and 20 minutes the less excitable portion of the " tramps" arriving about fifty minutes later. The necessity of a " whipper in" was rendered apparent by the sight of a figure prostrate upon the ice of the Back River, and which turned out to be one of our own men (Aiken) who liad unsuccessfully attempted to keep up the " pace" of the leaders. After some Jittlc attention, he revived sufficiently to tramp to the Hotel where a good meal set him upon his legs again. After the usual supper, songs, etc., the route home was taken up. CONCERT AT LACIIINE, Q. A Concert by some of the members of the club under the auspices of the St. Stephen's Church, Lachine, took place in tlie Town Hall, on Tuesday evening, 13th February 1877, and was well attended. The follov/ing Gentlemen took part in solos, etc , Messrs. W. and H. Young, Fred. Hawksley, John Moore and Edward Bulmer. CONCERT IN AID OF MONTREAL GENERAL HOSPITAL. It is to be regretted that a Concert which we promised to give in aid of the Montreal General Hospital, was unavoidably postponed until a future season. ROLL OF MEMBERS. The Club Roll shewed a total of 316 names exclusive of Life members. DONORS OF PRIZES. The following gentlemen donated prizes : Lieut. Col. W. H. Hutton,a silver cup, Dr. Geo. W. Beers, gold medal, C. Peers Davidson, Q. C. bronze vase, Messrs. McGibbon and Baird, gold 'medal, James Renwick, medal. CLUB ROOMS. At the close of the season we entered into an agreement with the Montreal Lacrosse Club, to rent and fuinish the comfortable Rooms we now occupy, and which have proved a great boon to :''' i 333 the members of both Clubs, and tended to cement them in the firmest bonds of friendship. CLUB PICTURE. A fine combination group of the Club was taken by Mr. Notman during the winter, and will prove of great historical value to the Club, and serve to revive vivid reminiscences of snow shoeing to each of us in future years. About two hundred and thirty figures are taken, and the grouping is very effective ; most prominent among them being the figure of His Excellency the Earl of Dufferin, our much respected Governor General. FINANCES. '■■■■■' ■ Tlie Treasurer's Report shewed a balance on hand of $174.63. NEW CLUBS. Among the Clubs organized this season, we might mention the Excelsior Club of Cornwall ; although not a dfy Club, still it was the growth of seed sowed at the visit of " ours" to that charming town on the occasion of Concert ; St. Albans Club, likewise a branch from the " tuque bleue." " Royal" Club, composed of members of the " E" Company 5 th Royal Fusiliers, and the Celtic Club. u 334 OBITUARY. DIED C. H. SOLOMON, Aged 23 years. I f One of our members, Mr. C. H. Solomon, passed from among us this season. His funeral was attended by the club in a body. "MONTREAL" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE Over the mountain track, took place on Wednesday evening, January loth, 1877. The start was made from the College gates, and the finish at the gate opposite Prendergast's. The night \yas very dark, the track heavy, and everything being considered, vary much against the scoring of fast time. Nine competitors faced the starter. Geo. R. Starke first, gold medal, time 283^2 niln. Fred. Mclndoe, second, silver medal, time 29^m Thomas Paton and W. Mowatt, third and fourth, had the sum of fifteen dollars divided between them, as a reward for getting *' home*'- within three minutes of Starke. ^ 335 The prizes were presented at the Club House, by the President. ^ "ST. GEORGE" CLUH STEETLE CHASE Over the mountain track, took i)lacc on Saturday afternoon, January 27th, 1877. The start as usual was from the College (jates. Tlic day was fine and warm, but ahnost too soft for snow shoeing. Fifteen members took their places in line, to contest the first steeple chase of the club, John C. Bowden, first, gold medal, time 2234! m. K. Matthews, second, silver cup, " 23 min. --Rose, third, opera glass, " 23^^ m. D. Scott, fourth, gold sleeve links, " 24 m. 25s. — Abbott, fifth, case of Razors, " 24^^ m. T. Davidson, sixth. Hunting knife, *' 25 m. » The prizes were presented at the Club House, where the winners and their fricndsHndulged in a hot supper. "EMERALD" CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Over the mountain track, took place on 39th Jan., 1877. The start took place from the McGill Col- lege Gates. There were nine competitors. The race from start to finish was remarkably close, and the time of the winner, the fastest of the season. f .M^.». ■-■n-.„r--mi 33^ T. J. Martin, first, gold medal, time 21 m. 35SCC. Wm, Kay, second, silver medal, " 21 m. 37sec. Jos. Boyle, third, silver goblet, " 21m. 4osec. Supper was provided at Prendcrgast's, when thr prizes were presented by Mr. Charles Boyle, the President of the Club. T-l : ST. ALBANS, (VERMONT) SNOW SHOE CLUB. " At a meeting of the St. Albans Snow Shoe Club, at the Welden House, 31st January 1H77, the following officers were elected : — President, Saml. MacDonald, Vice-President, W. B. Fonda, Secretary, F. W. Hyde, Treasurer, F. W. Livingstone." "About twenty members were present,and adopted Bye-Laws similar to those of the Montreal Club." The regular club meeting will be held every Wed- nesday evening. The club uniform will be blue " tuque," with scarlet tassel, white blanket coat, white knickerbock- ers, trimmed with scarlet, and blue stockings." — St. Albans Advertiser. The President of the above club will be no doubt recognized by his associates, as the " essence of ole Virginny" artist, at the old time " meets" of the " tuque bleue.' TTn' ! i ill W 337 ANNUAL RACES OF THE "MONTREAL" CLUB, Took place upon Saturday afternoon, loth February 1877, on the Montreal Lacrosse Grounds. The weather was delightful and as a consequence the attendance of spectators was large. The Honorary Stewards were His Honor the Mayor, W. H. Kingston, M.D. Hon. Peter Mit- chell, Colonels A. A. Stevenson and W. H. Hutton, Messrs. A. W. Ogilvie, Thos. White, Jr., and Alex. McGibbon. The Judges (so styled first time on record) were Lieut. Col. E. A. Whitehead, and Captains John Robinson and Sam. C. Stevenson. The Handicappers, Messrs. D, E. Bowie, H. W. Becket and William Harper. There were five open amateur events, "Montreal'' won two, "Levis" (Que.) Club one, "Caledonia" two. Two MILES, INDIAN RACE, (Handicap), Prizes $12, $8, $4, $2, — brought out six starters Each one feeling confident to win the event, the handicap was waived and all "toed" the same mark. John Lefebvre won the first prize in i2|^ min. Karoniare, the heretofore champion, second, Bap- tiste Daillebout, third, Thomas (Jos. Foster) fourth. 338 • CLUB, 'ebruary s. The nee the >nor the ter Mit- Hutton, nd Alex. ,rd) were tins John ie, H. W. VlontreaV aledonia" X starters event, the me mark. 12^ min. otid, Bap- er) fourth. 10 DO YARDS (in HEATS) OPEN, with distance, for cup presented by Col. W. H. Hutton. Three started. W. Mowatt took and retained the lead, although closely pressed by Geo. Starke to the finish ; time 3^^ m. Geo. S. Hubbell retired. 100 YARDS, (heats) OPEN, Prize, gold medal, — presented by Dr. W. Geo. Beers. Three started. J. M. Vaughan, (c) won two straight heats, — time 13 and 15 sec. — R. McGill Stewart second. C. C. Mclver dropped a shoe at the start in each heat. Two MILES, CLUB CUP. Five started, — first prize, silver cup, second prize, silver medal. Messrs. George Roy, E. H. Hanna, Fred. Mclndoe, Fred. Brush and Thomas Paton. The last two dropped out after the first mile, (7.07.) at sixth lap Maclndoe went to keep his friends in the Club house companj', leaving George Roy to win the cup, Hanna second, time 14 m. 13 sec. Boys race, quarter mile. Boys under 4^ feet, — ist prize silver medal, second prize, snow shoes, 7 competed. yr- I i m ! I 339 Thos. McNally first, Richard Kenwood, second. Half mili, (green) opex, Prize, gold medal, — 7 competed. J. A. Piton, (Que) first. J. Percival, second, A. Stewart, (m.) T. Butler, J. Finlay, Blacklock and VV. Campbell, (m.) time 3 m. 6 sec. too YARDS, CLUB (gREEN) HEATS, President's prize, five competitors. R. MoGill Stewart won two straight heats, defeat- ing W. G. Robertson, E. H. Hanna and A. A. Johnson. One MILE, (handicap) open, Prize, gold medal, —7 competed. — T. J. Martin, (E.) scratch, J. Lang, (10 yds.) William Kay, (20 yds.) Fred. Mclndoe^ (35 yds.) E. H. Hanna and Geo. Aird, (45 yds.) Joseph Boyle (50 yds.) Joseph Lang (c) first, Jos. Boyle second, Martin third, Kay fourth, — time 6 m. 10 sec, 120 yards hurdle race, (heats) open. First prize, gold medal, — 4 started. George Hubbell won first heat, R. McGill Ste- wartj second heat, and walked over for third heat- 346 lecond. :ond, A. 3ck and s, defeat- i A. A. irtin, (E.) (20 yds.) ind Geo. d, Martin OPEN, [cGill Ste- :hird heat- Messrs. E. M. Ermatinger and J. Pcrcivnl were the other competitors. I coo VAUDS, SECOND HEAT, Mowatt led to the " home stretch," v.hcii Starke challenged him f nd they raced down the stretch neck and neck. The excited crowd closing in upon them left but little space for the runners, and the conse- quence was, they jostled one another, fell and both scrambling to their feet, gained the winning post so closely together that the Judges declared it a dead heat. The Judges gave the winners notice, that the race would be completed (with concurrence of the run- ners) the following Saturday. This finished a highly successful meeting. The prizes with the exception of those won by club members, were distributed on the ground after the meeting. ANNUAL DINNER Took place in the Ottawa Hotel, when some 7 6 sat down to a capital dinner. His Worship the Mayor Dr. Kingston, Colonels A. A. Stevenson, and Hutton, Messrs. A. McGibbon, Thomas White, Jr., R. White, Patterson, (St. George), J. C. Jenkins, (Longueuil), Charles Boyle, (Emerald), and Sam. ! TTP •ti !l :ir 3 1 I .:i.,v-ll K 341 McDonalJ, (St. Albans) were among the guests. Messrs. Roy and Stewart, (2) were presented with the prizes won by them during the day. Avery pleasant evening was spent, the "wee sma hours"breaking in upon the company ere it separated. TERRA NOVA CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE, (HANDICAP,) Over the mountain track, from the McGill College Gate to Lumsden's Hotel, Cote des Neiges, took place on the evening of the 14th February, 1877. The first prize was a medal, presented by S. Kinnear, Esq. C. Lemessurier, {2j4 m) first, E. W. Mudge, (scratch) second, Elliott, (2j^m.) third, Winter, (2 J^ m.) fourth, VV. Lemessurier, (i^m.) fifth, Houston, (2^ m.) sixth, Kyle (2^ m.) seventh. After supper the medal was presented to the winner, by the President. GARRISON ARTILLERY CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE Over the usual mountain track, finishing at Lump- kin's Hotel, nearly opposite the Roman Catholic Cemetery Gate, was run on Friday evening, i6th February 1877. The start was made from the c guests, ntcd with Svee snia eparated. [lASE, II College iges, took ary, 1877. ted by S. 342 College Gate. Tlierc were ciglit prizes. The trrck was in poor condition. Gunner Milner, gold medal, time 17 min. 45SCC. Gunner Conquest, silver medal, " 17 " 46 '* Sergt. Wilson, silver medal, " 18 *' 30 ** Bandsman R. Walker, silver melal,lime i8m. 50 s. (iunner Burns, gold locket, " 18 m. 55 s. Bandsman Mason, gold locket, " 19 m. 08 s. Gunner Hibbins, sett studs, " 20 m. 49 s. • Sergt. Perry, gold pin, " 2 1 m. 1 5 s. After supper Major Biynos prjsonted the prizes to the winners. Mudge, ) fourth, , (2)^m.) ed to the X CHASE at Lump- Catholic ning, 1 6th from the E\IC::^VLD CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES Took place on the Montreal Lacrosse Grounds, on Saturday afternoon, 17th February 1877. The day was fine and a large crowd was present. There were four open events, " Montreal" win- ning 3 and C. Mclver, (outsider) one. Two MILES, (club) '• M. C. Mullarky" gold medal. —3Com peted. W. Kay won, defeating J. Boyle, J. Newman. lOD YARDS, (heats) 3 in 5— open, " Ed. Murphy" medal.— Charles Mclver won 3 straight heats, defeating R. McGil Stewart and Seymour. Half mile, open, " R. McCready" gold medal.— 7 com- peted. Geo. E. Roy (m.) won, defeating Piton, (Quebec) A. IL Woods and E. H. Haniia. Two MILKS, (open), "T. p. Fogaity" gold medal. --3 competed. — Geo. R. Starke (m.) won, Lamothe was looked upon as a certain winner, but his shoe strings broke and he was thrown out. Half mile (cli'I!) green—" \Vm. Wilson" gold medal — W. r. MuUin won, with James Shea second, J. D. O'Neill, J. Gibbin, Wm. McMahon. The winner was protested and the prize awarded to Shea, Boys race under 4)4 feet, — medal presented by Thos. \Vhite, Jr. — F. Lawlor first, R. Boyle and F. Smith. Quarter mile oves,—-' W. J. O'Hara" medal.— \Vm. Cairns, (m.) first, J. Davey second. 6 competitors. One mile, (club) silver cup presented by Wm. Stafford, Esq., to be won 2 years. T. J. Martin first, J. McKenna, Jas. Shea. The prizes were presented on the Grounds. ATHLETIC CLUB'S STEEPLE CHASE, Took place on Friday evening, February 23rd 1877, from the McGill College Gate, across the mountain to Prendergasts. The track was in poor condition, nevertheless the time — as given — was fast. James Wingham, first, time 2 1 min. 43 sec. George Murray, second, " 21 min. 46 sec. J. Crowley, third, '"' 22 min. Wcdter Hughes, fourth, " 22 min. 10 sec. The prizes were awarded to the winners by the President, Mr. R. J. Pennie. J i J 344 OPEN STEEPLE CHASE For the ** Prendergast" medal, with second and third medals presented by the *^ Montreal" and *' Emerald" Clubs respectively, took p^ace on Sat' urday afternoon, 24th February 1877. The start was made from McGill College Gate, with finish at the gate opposite Prendergasts. The starters were the champions of their different clubs, and as each had made remarkable time, it was expected that the "fast time record" would be lowered still further in the scale. Messrs. Joseph Bjyle, T. J. Martin and \Vm. Kay represented the " Emerald" Club, John Bowden sported the purple and white of the "St. George, J. Wingham, the " Athletic," while Messrs. Geo. R. Starke, Fred. Mclndoe, Charles Lamothe, Fred. Brush, and E. H. Hanna, displayed the azure •'tuque" of the " Montreal." All were in splendid form and at the word " go," Mclndoe with characteristic impetuosity led off through the College grounds, at a rat- Ming pace, his rush carried him in the van up to Ravenscrag, when the solid stepping of Starke won its reward and he weni to the front, in which position he led through the " pines," closely followed by Martin, Boyle and Lamothe. Here Martin's shoe got damaged as did Boyle's, but both I 345 persevered, although hardly sufficient to capture Starke, who galfoped in some 50 yards ahead of Martin, (who endured a fall on the run in) with Boyle a close third, and Lamothc and Wm. Kay well up. Time 18 m. 50 sec. The track was of that soft, soggy nature subse- quent to a heavy thaw and the crowd that preceded the race, using the track without snow shoes, did not improve its racing qualities. The medal given by Mr. Prendergast, was pre sented by that gentleman to Mr. Starke, while Mr C. P. Davidson presented the " Montreal" medal to Mr. Martin, and Mr. Woods that of the " Emerald" to Mr. Boyle. After the distribution of the prizes, the Montreal Club tramped to St. Laurent. MONTREAL CLUB HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE Over the mountain, for the McGibbon & Baird medal, with second prize, medal presented by Mr. James Renwick, took place on Wednesday evening^ February 28th, 1877. E. H. Hanna, (2^ m) first. Time 21.45. (jCO. Roy, (2}^ m) second. " 22.00. I'Ved. Mclndoe, (2 m) third. " 22.17. Geo. R. Starke, (scratch) fourth. " 22.19. rd r. 346 VICTORIA RINK GAMES 'i'he Snow Shoe Race which formed the opening feature of the games, was won by George S. Hubbell, with George R. Starke second. LEVIS (QUE.) CLUB RACES. The Annual Races of this Club took place on the ice opposite Point Levi, on loth March 1877. The track was in excellent condition, and the different races well contested. Mr. Geo. R. Starke of the " Montreal" was among the competitors, and upheld bravely the honour of the " tuque bleue." The Levis Club was one of the first clubs outside of Montreal to follow our example in giving Concerts, which it very successfully accomplished on the evening of the 4th April 1877. Half mile, — Garrison race, Government shoes,— Gunner Murray, i. $4. Driver Haywood, 2. $3. Gunner Thomp- son, 3. $2. Bom. Jordan, 4. $1. 5 competitors. Quarter mile, — open, — S. A. Piton i. gold pin. Geo R. Starke, (m) 2. silver medal. 4 competitors. Quarter mile, boys under 12.— C. V. Anderson, 1. pair of snow shoes. R. A. Ramsay, 2. album. Master Kava- n^C'i» 3» Cribbage board. 4 competitors. Half mile, — club, — C. Hall, i. silver cap. Thos. A. .Anderson, 2. gold locket. 5 competitors. ,-r ^ 347 IIai.f mi IK, —Boys under i6, — Alex, Masservy, i. silver medal. John Anderson, 2. pair snow shoes. 5 started. One mile, — open. — G. K. Starke, (m) r. jirize presented l)y His Excellency the Lieut. Gavcrnor. J. R. 1 1. Hall, a. 6 competitors. Half mile — club— green. — R. .Shipman, i. silver medal. E. A. O'Brien, 2. gold pencil. 3 competitor*. One MiLE,~clul) cup. — C Hall, i. T. A. Anderson, 2. opera glass. 4 compelitorH. (Quarter mile, — club. — S. A. IMton, I. prize presented by the Lieut. Governor. J. .Sample, 2. Consolation race— Quarter mile.- I). \Vl.itr, i. Iced cake. R. Morgan, 2. Bonnet Rouge. Lt. ('ol. .Strange presented the pri;:cs afier the rncc«. TRAMP TO THE "SAULT." 'I'he folio-.ving song was compo:ed by Mr. John St. L. McGinn, to cclcl)ratc a trrmp to Sault au Rccollct. Von blanket coat come to mine ousc Und said he vas von snow §hoe man, He loldt me to put on mine blouse Und come out for a little fun. Den I put on doo tuques of phic, Von pig long coat, shust like von monk, Six pairs of sox und preeches dwo, Und all de clothes in mine schmill trunk. CiioRCS — Come, Brudders dear hold me up, f|uick, I am played out, put I'm not trunk, took me home I'm very sick Und but mc of my Icctlc bunk. Ven ve valk up to Sheibrooke Slitreet, I)e poys vos ready for to go, Peforc mine shoes vere on mine feet Dei rest vere started for the " Sault." Mein Gott ! (ley run avay like nu-d, Und left mo in a awful funk, I'm not like dis, I'm very j^led If I vos on my leetle bunk. Ciro. — Come brudders dear, &c. I vos der last man all put von, He vos to make me went more (juick, Und every time I vould not run He comedown mit his gre.id bij^ stick. Hu'l Mr. (irant the vay forgot Und bring us into von big shwamp, O den I vas got cold und vet I vished I vas on my leetle bunk. Cho. — Come brudders dear, &c. au Clio. Dcm bad boys drag mc by de coat To dot vile place dey call the " Sault," I)ey pour some hot schnajips down my throat, Und rid) me in dat nashty snow. Ven dot big inrjuest zat on me Und found I vas not dead nor drunk, Dey but me in a leetle sleij^h Und bring mc to my leetle bunk. -Come bruddeis dear, &c. Ven I go owt to dramp again, I'll keep around of mine own house, I'll not go near dat great big man Dot wears the tuque und planket plouse. I never on that way will go, ' Without von sleigh, likewisemy drunk, I like the shoes, mitout the snow IJut I prefer my leetle bunk, W s It 11 349 The following ditty was composed by Mr. H. Young. DOT SKY PLUE TUQUE, A.\Vi.— ''Good bye, Charlie:' Von nide upon St. Caderine Sdreet, Yust dere by Gardner's sdore I saw a growd all dalking lout, Uere was fifdeen or more. Dey Slid "goms, shoin our shoe shnow gUib" Just gome und dry your hant Und hev a run, it's pully fun, I dell you dot id's grant. Spoken. — Veil, vot you dink of dot? dry my hant und hafe a run, I said, " no, dot is doo din, who efer seen a man run on his hants ?" I told dem " dot id would dake me all my dime to run on my feed," I asked dem if dey dake me for a ]imnasium, den dey told me dot I dident understood dem, dot dey meant to dry vot I could do mit der shoe shnows, I told dem dot I vould be Chorus. — Always dripping and vailing in der shnow, Nine dimes in efery mile, heaifirst in dot shnow pile, Alvays dripping und vailing on my shnoot, Hurrah for der poys dot vear that sky plue tuque. Afder a vile I shoined dot glub, Und den pought me a suit Und dose shoes I vent to choose. Dot on your feed you put. Veil, von nide I but on dose shoes Und vend der glub to meed, All der poys kigged up a noise As I vent long der sthreet. Spoken. — Yes .ill der beople gommenced to shout und say "shtag de galoot" und ''shoot der nide cap," take ofi der planket"und all such dingr. like dose, und a big shnoozer gome along und I vent ub do him und shook 350 itag de ;h «iingr. id shook my vist undsaid, " vot you mean py consulting me?" und he said, "you're anoder" den I said "go dere yourself und he said, " id vos no such ding," I said " he vos a lawyer" — den he told me " my Grandmother vas no shentleman," I said, "he darsent dakeid up," bud he did— den I got ub again, und said, "he vas afraid to do it again," he dried to, but didn't, so I grabbed him und threw him down— on dop of mc, yust like a lot of bricks, I dell you id peat all — und so did he, den my leeile tog got behint und dook a, beice oud of his leg, he kicked at der tog, bud de tog run avay und I run afdsr yust to vetch him pack you know, bud I gould'nt ketch him until I vas oud of 'ight, veil afder a vile I gnme pack und der man ▼as gone, — I vas so sorry I could hafe sat down und gried. Oh yes I gave him a derrible drashing, I peat him undil I vas plack und plue ; veil den, I vent und med der glub und afder der Bresident abbointed a " vipper oud'» avay ve vent, bud I had'nt gone far pefore I vound dot I vas Chorus — Alvays dripping und vailing, etc., etc. How I got dot Mountain up, I don'd know much aboud, Bud dis I know, der vind did plow Me nearly oudside oud. Veil, ven I got to dot Hodel, I dried my nose to feel. Bud I subbose dot id god vroze, Now dot is " Aus ges spiel." Spoken. — ^Yaw, I dell you id vas no July, id vas bretty cold, dot nide, bud at der " Bines" ve caught id. Id vas plowing so hart dot id plew me down der hill, und I never sdopped undil I game do der Bresident. I could'nt pass him, id vas against, der rules, veil afder dot I got along alright undil ve game to der last veild, und I did'nt know noding aboud id but some von said "Tally ho" und de virst ding I knew I did'nt know someding, dree fellows sat on me. Veil anyhow I got to •' Pl«ntyca.5h's" und den dere vas a pully dime, ve had a Banquet und afder dot some tiaging, von veliow sung " der Harp dot dore my overalls," und anoder sang " Got plexs der Marquis of Louise," den ve dusted der ceiling mit two or dree fellows, und danced a var dance und starded for home, und going home id vas just der same I vas, — Chorus. — Alvays dripping und vailing, etc., etc. rfr 351 8EASON 1877 and 1874. ! IJ As each Season rolls on we find the work of compiling made e.isy from the fact that more parti- cular attention is paid to details by those in autho- rity. We took advantage of the very full report 'of the Committee to utilize the greater portion of it in the introductory paragraphs of this season's work. This was a peculiar season and for Snow Shoeing very unfavorable, many of the tramps hadto^be dispensed with, on account of rain or the soft weather which prevailed ; notwithstanding these drawbacks, the club turned out larger musters, stood stronger in membership, and higher in the estima- tion of the public than at any previous time of its existence. MEMBERSHIP. The Roll book shewed that there were 293 paying members, and 46 Life members, in all 339. There was the usual falling off among the old mem- bers but the number was fully replaced by 78 new names. FINANCES. The finances of the Club were in a satisfactory condition, the Treasurer's statement shewed a balance of $37.08 cash on hand; with liabilities to the extent of $115.56 and assets, represented by the Club Room furniture, at $r5o. 352 ctory llance tbe the TRAMPS. Last Season the first tramp on shoes took place on the 2oth December, a date then thought to be very late,, but this season it was not until after the New Year that an) tiling like snow was to be seen, but when it came, it looked as if it meant to make up for lost time. The first storm began on the after- noon of January 4th, and continued throughout the night; this the club was not long in taking advantage of, and on the following day took its first Saturday afternoon tramp. Leaving the Club Rooms at three o'clock, some 2 i members, good and true, led by your President, Mr. Angus Grant and his dog "Mon- day," started for Sault aux Recollect, arriving after about an hour and a halfs hard, steady tramping. The shoeing was splendid, but a cold north-west wind made it rather unpleasant, and several got severely nipped by Jack Frost. The following Saturday the club tramped to S t, Laurent, " seven all up," through three or four inches of water in some places. Rubber boots would have been more in order than snow shoes, but as the wea- ther promised little or no snow shoeing, advantage had to be taken of every day there was a semblance of tramping. The first tramp on shoes took place on the 5th 353 of January, 1878, when, as above stated the club tramped to Sault au Recollet. First mountain tramp on 9th January, 1878. The last tramp took place on the 27th of Feby., when 4 went over the mountain. The Wednesday evening tramps, by way of the road over the mountain, numbered 1 3, with an aver- age attendance of 55, and the greatest muster 200, the largest on record : this was the occasion of the Annual Steeple Chase which took place on the i6th January. Deducting from the above, 6 tramps by way of the road, before snow fell, with an average muster of 22, largest muster 43 ; we find 7 tramps over the mountain with an average muster of about S^. Lachine was visited once, with a muster of 50, of these 28 tramped. Sault au Recollet was visited twice, with an averao;e attendance of 20, largest muster 30. The members driving averaged 7. St. Laurent was visited o ice, 7 tramped, and 7 drove out. On the 26th of January, at the invitation of the " St. George" Snow Shoe Club on the occasion of their Annual Steeple Chase, the club went over the mountain to Prendergast's ; this made in all 5 afternoon tramps, the average attendance at which 354 was 34 and the largest muster 50. Average of driving members 9. The club was greatly encouraged by the re-appear- ance of some of the old veterans, such as Messrs. Hughes, Stanley, Murray and Maltby, who partici- pated in the tramps across the country,and enlivened the members with many an incident of the earlier days of the Club. It is to be hoped that manv more will follow their example during the coming season. We would here inform any of the veterans who may feel like joining m the tramps occasionally that a few members (a select few) who imagine the pace too fast for them, have organized what is called the " slow crowd." This detachment starts from the Club Rooms somewhere about 7 o'clock, and arrives in time to join the club on its return home. They also form an advance guard on Saturday afternoon tramps, and are generally found on the road by the club and handed over to the tender care of the " whipper in," whose special duty it is to look after young members, and those whose limbs "are stiffened by old time." The Club starts on its afternoon tramps from the Club Rooms, instead of the head of Union Avenue as formerly, which is found to work satisfactorily, but, on Wednesday evenings, still adheres to the old rendezvous. S9n 355 I ■■! I A CONCERT IN AID OF THE MONTREAL GENERAL HOSPITAL. On the 25th January, a Concert was given in the Academy of Music, on behalf of the funds of the Montreal General Hospital, in which upwards of 100 members took part, and was a grand success in every particular. Practices had been held in the Club Rooms and Cymnasium, for weeks before, under the directorship of Mr K. R. Stevenson. The Concert was as near as possible an illustration of the weekly tramps. Special scenes were painted of the corner of Union Avenue and Sherbrooke Streets, the "Pines" and "Club Room at Prender- grast's," where the Concert proper was supposed to take place. The house was crowded and the club was enabled to hand over to the Trustees of the (leneral Hospital, the handsome sum of $300.00, in return for which the President, Mr. Angus Grant was elected a Life Governor of the Institution, an honor, of which the club is justly proud. For some time afterwards letters appeared in the daily papers suggesting that the Concert should be repeat- ed, but the Committee upon taking the matter into consideration, thought it unadvisable to do so. A full report of the concert will be found further on. 35^ CONCERT AT CORNWALL, O. In response to an invitation from the good people of Cornwall, the club visited that town, for the purpose of giving a Concert in aid of its poor Some 40 mi^mbers in charge of "Evergreen Hughes'' left town by the noon train on Saturday, 2nd February, (no trampers this time) and were met at the Station by the Mayor of Cornwall, and driven to the Hall previoufi to their being billetted throughout the town. A reinforcement left by the five o'clock train, and arrived just as the Concert was commencing, swelling the ranks to the respect- able number of sixty. After the Concert the members were entertained to supper, and the floor having been cleared, dancing was kept up until twelve o'clock. The Club rt^turned by train next morning well satisfied with their trip. Particulars will be found further on. RACES. The Annual Races of the Club were held on the 9th of February, and were very well attended Mr. Thos. L. Paton won the Club cup in 14 m. 26 s. and out of five " open" races, four were won by mem- bers of the "tuque bleue." Two weeks later the " Emerald" Snow Shoe Club r ^T *' J '-} ill 357 . held their Annual Races, when all the open races fell to the lot of the " Montreal." There were also two open Steeple Chases,one given by the "Montreal" club on the 2nd of March, and the other by the " P'.meralds" on the 9th, the former was won by the " Montreal," but the latter was won by the " Emerald" club. There were in all 1 1 open competitions during the season, nine of which were won by the " Tucjue Bleue." TUE MONTREAL SNOW NUOE CLUB'S .i ..... CONCERT. , The following account of the Concert given by the Club, on the 25th January 1878, we copy, with a few variations, from the columns of the Montreal " Witness." " A large and fashionable audience greeted the Montreal Snow Shoe Club last evening, as the curtain drew up on the occasion of their giving a concert in aid of the Montreal General Hospital. The scene presented to the audience, was the head of Union Avenue, which was painted specially for the occasion, and Mr. Angus Grant, clad in* all the glories of "Tuque Bleue" costume came to the front supported by •* that dog," and welcomed the audi- ence to see what a tramp over the mountain was and 358 how the dab enjoyed itself in its chib room. Thereupon, as he gave the well known call, out from the wings came the " boys," in their blanket coats, leggins, blue tuques, moccasins, and the snow shoes clattering at their backs. They soon became numerous, and as they kaleidoscopically moved about one another, exchanging greetings before " the start," the audience caught the spirit of the scene and warmly applauded. Mr. D. Campbell then sang a song composed by that champion of athletic Christianity, Dr. Beers, and the club joined with a rattling vim in the follow- ing chorus : — , ' , " Lightly (lij^plng, tripping o'er the snow, . This club in Indian file i - •' ' • Tramps oflf for many a mile, , , Lightly dipping, tripping o'er the snow, Hurrah for the wearing of the bright " tuque blcue." The curtain fell on the " boys" as they were filing oflf into Sherbrooke Street, and the audience were no doubt trying to imagine the progress of snow shoers toward Mount Royal, when suddenly they were entertained by a musically inclined body of youths in the gallery, who sang all manner of popu- lar and unpopular ditties to old-fashioned tunes* When the orchestra proceeded to play, this im- promptu concert continued for some time, the discordant effect being heightened by the noise of ■,tt 359 the " gods" boots. The curtain rosj oa the second tableau, and soon restored order. . , - ?:' ' ' MOUNT ROYAL BV MOONLIOHT. ' came into view, and the snow shocrs were to be seen vigorously plodding awviy, shapin-i^ their course in zig-zag fashion up the mountain side. The scene was realistic, and the audience bestowed merited applause. Messrs. Rcndell and Lamplough here sang" The Snow Shoe Call," (words by Dr. Beers,) the club joining in the chorus. THK CLUB ROOM BACK OF THE MOUN'IAIN, was next shown, the members within presenting a very cosy and unique spectacle. This scene remained during the performance of a very fine musical programme, Mr. W. L. Maltby singing " Nancy Lee" in fine voice and accent, and being encored. " Ye Shepherds, tell mc," by Messrs D. Camp- bell, VV. Y.oung, and W. F. Sorgc, the latter gentle- man taking Mr. Wm. Cameron's place. •'The Poacher's Dog,"by Mr. Wm. Young; and the "March of the men of Harlech," by the Club^ were all well sung and elicited encores and much applause. , .., < Mr. Septimus Fraser gave a piano solo, variations on "Home Sweet Home," and the first part concluded 360 with a most comical exhibition ; " the Goverrfor General'., Body Guard" came hobblin;^ in with mili- tary precision, and proved a genuine source of amusenvjiit. The gallant private, whose legs were of unequal length, was the feature of the "Guard." In balancing to the m.isic, his spindleshanks kept up an irregular rise and fall, which formed a contrast to the bow-legged sergeant's oscillating movements and the fat man's gyrations. The " Captain's" hits at the drill shed filled with dump carts and stones ; the no-pay syitem pursued by the Mayor, &c., were very timely. . . ;•.» .-> . >=^ - In the second part Nir. Maltby took Mr. Cameron's part, singing the drinking song from " Martha," and responded kindly to the encore. 'I'he Club sang " Glory and Love." • -'■ ' • "Glory an 1 love to the men of old, Their sons may copy their virtues l)ol(l ; ^'our.i{;e in lieart and a svvoril in hand, Ready to ti^dit, ready to die for Katlicrland ! Who needs hiddinj^ to dare by a lrumi)et blown ? Who lacks pity to spare when a Held is won ? Who wouM fly from a foe, if alone or last ? And boast he was true, as coward might do, when peril is past ? ' , ^ This was rendered with some of the finest chorus effects that have been heard in Montreal, and as a body of musical amateurs, the clul) ranks high. Sub.sequently Mr. W. F. Sorge sang " The Stirrup j6< Cup," and Mr. Charles R ichling gave a violin solo. Mr. Donald Campbell sang with power, " Come into the garden, Maud," being encored he sang " Good bye, sweet-heart. Good bye." Messrs. Campbell, Young, R. R. Stevenson, and Sorge sang a fine part song, " Sweet and Low." This concluded the Club room scene and during the wait for the next tableau, the occupants of the gallery produced the " Mulligan Guards," " John Brown," &c., with boot heel accompaniments. The curtain rose on ^ - * THE RETURN. " ' The " boys" rattled down the glistening sides of " Mount Royal" in Indian file, a shower of paper . snow-flakes gently descending. The effect was fine, as they asse?.jbled on the stage, Messrs. Lamplough and Maltby sang " The Snow Shoe Tramp," (by • Bailey,) the Club joining in the chorus. The final tableau showed the Club arriving at the head of Union Avenue, after an evening's sport, and hearty were the plaudits as the curtain fell upon one of the most successful amateur entertainments ever attempted by the young gentlemen of Montreal. The performance closed by the singing of " God Save the Queen," in which the gallery choir heartily joined, its additions to the programme of the eve- ning not having interfered with it in the slightest. 362 The Concert Committee, the Director, Mr. R. R. Stevenson and the gentlemanly ushers, merit a vote of thanks. < MOUNTAIN STEEPLE CHASE OF "ST. GEORGE" CLUB. The Annual Steeple Chase of the above club, took place on Saturday afternoon, the 26th January 1878, and was one of the most successful ever given by the members. The track was heavy and the course lay over the usual track, the finish being at Prendergast's gate. Quite a number of members faced the starter, and the prizes were won by the following : J. C. Bowden, gold medal — time, 22 m. 40 sec. (( « it II u 23 m. 24 m. 30 sec. 24 m. 40 sec. 26 m. 20 sec. 26 m. 20 sec. Davidson, silver Matthews, gold seal, Elliott, sett gold studs, McLean, " silver " Dyde, silver fruit knife, There was a seventh prize, viz., a wooden spoon awarded to the last man in the race, which honour fell to J. M. Ingersoll. After the race the club, as well as a number of the " Montreal" sat down to an elegant repast, set by mine host Prendergast when the evening was spent very happily by the introduction of songs and ■r !!*■ '•"i ,1; f. it. \i \ \ speeches, interspersed with music l)y the Band of the Victoria Rifles. LEVIS CLUB'S ANNUAL STEKl'LL. CHASE. This race toaic phice in Quebec al)out 3r(l Janu- ary 1878, and was won by ('. Hall. ... . ^ ^i » *' lHOBTTItKAI/* €MT|| ANNUAL NTEKPLE VIEAHK. The Annual Club Steeple Chase over the moun- tain, took place on Wednesday evening, January 1 6th, 1878. The night was a glorious one, the moon shining bright, made the track as clear as da /. The start was from Union Avenue, seventeen members facing the starter. H. Downs led to the College dates, when (ieorge Starke took the lead and was never headed. Reaching the Cemetery, Thomas Paton took second place, and ran so to the finish. The winners were as follows : George R. Starke, gold medal, time — 20 n\. Thomas Paton, silver " " 21m. 20 s. T. Rutherford, ) F.C. A. Mclndoe, ( ,, . ,, Tj- T, ' > Prizes amounting K. H. Hanna, i J. McGibbon, ) ing to $14. 3^4 After the prizes were presented, the club sat down to the usual supper of coffee, tea, bread, crackers and cheese, which being disposed of, the members retired to the Hall, and the evening p.isscd merrily with songs and dances. Took place on Wednesday evening, Nov., 14th, 1877, in the Club Rooms, Montreal Gymnasium. About 100 members were present. Among whom were Messrs. C. Peers Davidson, N. H. Hughes and William Stanley, the latter gentleman an "old time" veteran of the Club, was elected a Life mem- ber, and returned thanks for the honour done him. Mr. Horn on behalf of Mr. VanLuppcn, Sculptor presented the club with one of his Statuettes (the Snow Shoer) and was voted the thanks of the Club. The following gentlemen wcie then elected Office-bearers. Angus Gram.— President, RoBKRT Crosbik.— /J/ Vice-President. W. II. \S\\\iV..~3nd Vice-President. G. K. ^TMiKV..— Secretary. '.i. •- ; !•'. C. A. McIndok.' — Ticasurer. Committee. • v. •.»* A. W. S'lKVLNSON, J AS. SU'JIIERLANl', W.M. VoUN(i. J. K. WUYTK, W. C. TKOTTliK, E, J^ILMER, J. R. McKiDIE. 5pi 3^5 MO.NTRCAL Ct.Vn'3 AXXl'AL RACES Took i)lacc oa the Lacrosse Grounds, on Saturday afternoon, 9th February 1878. The day was fine ;nid a large gathering was in attendance. 'J*he competition was keen although the number of com- l)etitors was small in comparison with former years ; the absence of snow during the greater part of the season, accounting for this fact. . ^. The Stewards were, His Honor Mayor Beaudry, (Jols. A. A. Stevenson and W. H. Hutton, Messrs. W. H. Kingston, M.D.,Thos. \Vhitc, A. W. Ogilvie and A. McGibbon, and the Judges, Capts. Sam. C. Stevenson, John Robinson, and VV. L. Maltby, Escj. There were five " open" amateur events all of which, with the exception of the mile race, were won by the " tuque bleucs." The sports commenced as usual >vith the Indian race, two miles, prizes $8, $6, $4, $2. 'I'his race was easily won by John Lefevbre, in 12 m. 50 sec. defeating Karoniare, Daillebout,, J. Roach and White Eagle. The latter stopping after running the first quarter. One mile, open, prize gold medal, — was well contested, George Starke led the field until entering the back stretch on the last quarter, when he was challenged by W, 366 id )n Farmer of the "Emerald" Club and a hot race ensued, unfortunately Starke fell and Farmer went ahead winning the race, Starke second, J. Laing, W. Kay and T. Davidson. I't, . .;,' ^l ,;/■ .'f ui'i/.;. 100 YARDS, DASH, in heats, prize gold medal, presented by the late President, C. P. Davidson, Esq. 3 competitors. R. Summerhayes, (m) won, defeating R. McGill Stewart, (m) and J. M. Vaughan, in two straight heats. Two MILES, club cup, brought five to the post. Thomas Patoii won this event in 14 m. 26 sec. defeating E. H. Hanna, E. Auld, T. Rutherford, and J. McGibbon. ,/ f . Quarter mile, boys under 4^3 feet, first prize, silver medal, second prize, pair of snow shoes. There were only 3 com- petitors — White Eagle, Jr., won a good race, Mooney having lost his snow shoe on the home stretch. Quarter mils race, open, first prize, a gold medaL The entries were J. M. Vaughan, (c) W. G. Robertson, (m) and William Cairns, (m). After a very plucky effort, Gairns won by about a yard, Robertson falling when near the tape. :•! I*: 3^7 Half milk (cjrekn) ciar race, prize, a gold medal presented by the President, brought out six competitors- -all of whom appeared in club uniform. E. Auld led past the Judges' stand on the first quarter, which place he retained, and won a good race defeating R. Auld, W. (i, Robertson, D. Bell, C. I). Turvier and K. II. Hanna. in 3 m. II ;^ sec. . - . • , -?i Half Mil. E, opkn, prize, a gold medal, 5 compet.tors. This was one of the finest struggles of the day, and was won by George R. Starke, (m) in 3 m. 2 sec. defeating Butler, (e) who only covered the first quarter, and Alex. Woods, (e) who ran a good race for second place, being beaten 30 yards. lao YARDS HURDLE (8) RACE, OPEN. prize, a gold medal — 2 competitors came to the post. This race opened with a fine burst ol speed and good jumping, the first four hurdles being taken simultaneously, then occurred the first of a series of accidents, first, R. Summerhayes, (m) fell at the fifth hurdle, R. McG. Stewart, (m) followed suit, Summerhayes, in the meantime had regained his feet and duplicated his tumbling feat, Stewart following "suit ; both having assumed an upright position, a good race ensued for "home'' but Stewart's " star' was in the asccndenc y, as Summer- Iiaycs being completely " off his legs" fell twice before conii>leting the course, straining himself so severely that he allowed Stewart to walk over (o the second heat and the race. This closed the day's proceedings. Somj of the prizes, won by outsiders, havin>; been dis- tributed, and three cheers given for the winners, the Judges and the (^uccn, the assemblage dispersed. AXNUAI. DIXStER or YlIE .HOXTRK4L C'LVn. _The same evening, ninety-two, including guests, sat down to the Annual Dinner in the Windsor Hotel, (which had been opened only a few days pre- viously) and will be long remembered by those who had the good fortune to be present, it being the first public dinner served in the Hotel. Among the gentlemen present were, Messrs. N. H. Hughes, Dr. Hingston, F. Mathews, W. McCIib- bon, Alex. McGibbon, C. P. Davidson, Sam. C Stevenson, W. L. Maltby, Jno. Murray, Capt. Geo. Sully of St. George Club, Charles Boyle, of the " Emerald" Club, Mr, Lennox. (Athletics) Frank Keller, with others too numerous to mention. After the dinner proper had been cleared aWay, the toasts followed one another in quick buc: ession, song and speech being sandwiched in the most bewitching manner. IMAGE EVALUATION TEST TARGET (MT-3) /y <' *^'m% % 7i 1.0 I.I 1.25 U£ 1^ ill 2.2 t 1^ 12.0 Ilia U ill 1.6 ^ P>. v: e 0% '\ /A '^ '/ %^v.. I I :l After the toast ©f the " Dominion of Canada," Mr. W. Maltby sang a new composition by Dr. W. Geo. Beers, entitled " There's no land, like our own land," which was enthusiastically received, Messrs George Sully, W. L. Maltby, Rendell, John Murray, John C. Hodgson, J. L. Lamplough, W. F. Sorge, Wm. Young, Thos. Hodgson and others contributed much by their fine singing towards the evening's entertainment. After Messrs. Paton, Stewart, Summerhayes, Cairns and Starke, had been presented with the medals won during the day, the chairman called upon Ml. John Murray to step forward, on his doing so, was rewarded with a prize won 1 7 years before, and which had never been received by him. After some few remarks from Mr. Murray he re-took his seat amid great applause. At this stage of the proceedin'^s Mr. Grant said, " that there was still another prize to be presented," and on the doors being thrown open a splendid portrait of C. P. Davidson, Esq., and his little son (Pierce) out on a tramp, was presented to view, Mr. Grant then formally presented the picture to Mr Qavidson, as a slight token of esteem, and for the many kind services he had rendered the club during Ills long and faithful term of office as President. 370 (, On rising to respond Mr. Davidson testified to his inability to thank the members in words for the generous gift, and still more generous manner in which he bad been treated in all his intercourse with them. He testified to the pleasure he had had in his snow shoeing experience, to the healthfulness of the exercise and the temperate principles induced. He remembered that he had often been told that perhaps there was too much attention given by him to the sport ; but his after life had convinced him that he was right after all, and he could look back upon his experience with pleasure. With regard to the remarks already made as to the falling ofif in competitors and speed of the members, he could testify from actual experience that they were as fast as there was any occasion for, and if the speakers had been compelled to lead them on the tramps, at the conclusion of which he was expected to be the first man at the Hotel, he would scarcely have made the remarks alluded to. He was with Dr. Kingston in his remarks, and supplemented these by asserting that in England's heroes of past dacys, were found those who had been in their School and College life, first in Cricket, first on the River and always in the thick of the foot ball scrimmage. He had no doubt it would be so with the Lacrosse and Snow Shoe men of the Dominion, should they at any time be called upon to defend that Empire -ht;^ r I- ! 37i whose integrity was their pride, and to maintain which was their duty bequeathed by forefathers who expected them to be true to their trust. After thanking the club on behalf of Mrs. Davidson and his family, for the heartiness with which the presen- tation had been made, Mr. Davidson resumed his seat amid great applause. Owing to the lateness of the hour several of the toasts were dispensed with, and at midnight the National Anthem closed one of the happiest "meets" . of the "old tuque bleue." r The following effusion appeared soon dfter our * races and may add to the glory of our records. : MONTREAL Sl^OW SHOE CLUB RACES. To see each well contested race, A goodly number filled the place ; Who paid their quarter at the wicket, While some preferred an outside ticket, And, sitting perched upon the fence *■ Looked on and saved tneir fifteen pence. Lo ! the poor Indian ; first appears — The Indian much beloved by Beers — Clendinneng's petted aborigine — Greene's Oka Indian — whose religion Costs us so many pounds and pence For clothing, feeding and defence. Six Indian braves come boldly forth To show the Redman's strength and worlli ; Ah 1 if they'd work as now they run, eh ? They'd not so often need our money : — But how would Beers and Company then Find fitting theme for tongue and pen. ;572 J, The "one mile race" by Farmer won ; ■ And then the *' dash" in heats, was run ; "T'was Summerhayes, who gaily "went'" it," — The prize, gold medal was presented l?y C. P. D. Esq., Q.C.— So many letters I great man, he I ** Club race, two miles," first prize, c!ub cup ; — Paton — long may he from it sup ; And Hanna, he who won the second, j«/ A splendid racer too was reckoned. " •• Boy? Race"— the medal's Daillebout's, While Mooney wins the fine snow shoes. •' Quarter Mile," medal won by Cairn'-. And Vaughan second mention earns " Half Mile," for this but three competed, , u„ And Starke the others soon defeated. Six took the stand for ** Green Boy's Race" 'Twas won by Auld with easy grace. ' ' Last on the list, the " Hurdle Race" But two brave boys, the hurdles face, Summerhayes at first went well for winning But fell, and Stewart made the winning ; There's many a slip 'twixt cup and lip. And many a race lost by a trip. Hurra ! hurra ! from lusty lungs Hurra ! hurra ! from many tongues ; The sport is done, the last race over, And each young racer turns a lover, — See him with snow shoes on his back, Walking behind that stylish sacque. Who wins on snow shoes we shall find In life and love falls not behind ) Read the great names that grace the dinner. We'll find there many an old race-winner : And last not least, comes Nicholas Hughes A friend so dear to our ** Tuque Bleues." Euphroivne. February 9, 18781 373 LEYIS (<|I:E ) CXVD I'iRST ANNUAL STEEPLE CHASE. The following account of the first Steeple Chase of this Club we clip from the Quebec Chronicle. The event came off on the 28th January 1878, and was a grand success. Tliis account should be taken in the room of that noted on page 363, which is merely a notice cf this event. THE STELri-E CHASE OF THE LEVIS CLUB. •• The Annual Steeple Chase came off on Monday afternoor, and was witnessed by an immense crowd of people, from the heights in the vicinity of No. 3 Fort, where a capital view of the race could be obtained, those provided with field glasses • being able to see the runners coming for about two mile?. The day was all that could be desired for a chase across the country. The heavy snow shoeing of Saturday and Monday made snow shoeing very heavy, which severely tried the wind and mettle of the runnersi The start was made at about 3.40 from the Club rendezvous, which is about 2)4 miles in a Routh easterly direction from No. 3 Fortt Seven started, viz., C. Hall, A. Thibadeau, G. Ramsay, D. Thompson, H. 13. Sample, Thos. A. Anderson and W. W. Bdby. Baby led in the start, but was overtaken by Hall and Anderson in ascend- ing the hill through the bush } after getting out of the woods, they all made a bee line across the fields". for the Pines, which were passed in the following order :-*-Hall, Anderson, Ram- say, Thompson, Sample, Thibadeau and Baby, which positions were maintained until nearing the Fort, when some hard run;iing was made for third and fourth'places. Hall landed f. 374 (r s, ch m- ►ns ird >ed winner after a good race, thereby caiijiug oH the Trcsi- dcnts medal, having run the distance in i8 minutes, which is considered by those who know the nature of the country travelled, to be remarkably quick time ; Thos. A. Anderson, taking second, an album ; H. B. Sample, 3rd, opera glass and D. Thompson fourth, gold pencil case. It certainly reflects credit on the Club fcr the manner in which tlie race was run." LEVIS (QUE.) CLUB CONCERT AND BALL. A Concert was given by the members in the Town Hall, Levis, and was acknowledged by the press to have been the most successful and thoroughly enjoyable Concert that had been given during the season, either in Levis or Quebec. The Club gave a most enjoyable Ball on the ist March, in the Victoria Hotel, South Quebec, and wound up a most prosperous season by the presen- tation to the popular President of the Club, Wm. Harder, Esq., of a life size picture of himself and lady. LEVIS CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES. On Saturday, February i6th, 1878, the Annual Races of the Levis (Que.) Club came off over the Course near the Grand Trunk Depot, Levis. The weather was fme and Attendance large. The following acted as Judges, Messrs. George F. DaviCj E. VV. Sewell, R. McLeod, James Gibson and L. P. Demers. — F. B. Howard, tim^-keeper. 3/0 II.VLi' MILE, (opcir to Garrison and [ olicc\ Govcr.uncnl pattern sncw shoes, prizes, $5, $3, $2, $1. 5 competitors, Jobin, I. Croteau, 2. Marassin, 3. Haywood 4. time 3.45 s. Quarter mile, — open, — ist prize, gold medal, secord prize, silver medal — 3 competitors. S. A. Piton, i. A. Messervey, 2. time i m. 18 sec. . One mile, club, — ist prize, club cup, 2nd, silver cigar stand, — R. Dodd, i. Thos. A. Anderson, 2. time 6^^^ m, 4 competitors. Quarter mile, — boys under 12, ist prize, pair snow shoes, 2nd, album, 3rd, inkstand. George Thompson, i. Harry Gunn, 2, J. Lloyd, 3. time i m. 47 s. 9 competitors. 100 YARDS, heats, open, — prize, silver medal. A. Carrier was awarded the race, as O'Brien's shoes were not according to regulation. Half mile, green, club, — 1st prize, silver cup, 2nd, gold locket. C. J. Knight, i. A* Thibaudeau, 2. time 3 m. 8sec. 4 competitors. Half mile, boys under 15 years, — ist prize, silver medal, 2nd, pair snow shoes. J. Dewer, i. G. Robb, 2. J. Clark, 3. time 3 m. 44 sec. 8 competitors. One mile, open, — ist prize, gold medal, 2nd, gold ring. C. Hall, I. J. H. R. Hall, 2. time 6m, 31s. 5 competitors. Three quarters mile, club, — ist prize, silver claret pitcher, and goblets, 2nd, gold scarf pin, Charles Hall, I. Thos. Anderson, 2- time 4 m. 36 sec. 3 competitors. too yards, club, heats, — prize, silver pitcher and tray,-^ seren heats were run, the winner finally tu*'ning up in T. A. Anderson, 6 competitors. Half mile, club, — 1st prize, silver toilet set, 2nd, field glass. A. Thibaudeau, i. D. Thompson, a. D. Morton, J. B. Rtimsay, D. White,— time 3 m. il sec. 5 competitors. t' 376 : \ Half mile, consolation finished the day's sport, which was won by T. Norton, J. B. Ramsay, 2. D. White. 3 competitors. . "ATHLETIC" CLUB STEEPLE CHAJiE. The Second Annual Steeple Chase of this Club over the mountain, took place on Thursday evening. 7th February. The course was the usual one across the mountain and the following gentlemen compet- ed, Messrs. Wm. Bates, H. Bulmer, A. C. Crosbie, J. Crowley, W. Hughes, J. Paterson, James Murray, G. Murray, William Milner, James Wallace and J. Winghara. W. Hughes led to the pines, the race being finally won by George Murray, time 18 m. 33 s. (?) gold medal. 'I William Milner, time 18 m. 50 s. (?) silver medal. Walter Hughes, time 19 m. 3 s. (?) silver cup. A. C. Crosbie, time 19 m. 5 s. (?) breast pin. The time — as given — is the fastest on record over the mountain, but there is much room to doubt its correctness inasmuch as the winner, some days subsequently, failed to do better than 19 m. 15 see- in the open steeple chase, in broad daylight. CONCERT OF THE " ST. ANDREW'S CLUR " OF MONTREAL, AT HAWKESBURV. About the 9th of February, 1878, some 40 mem- bers of the St. Andrew's Club of Montreal, with -'f>f '•♦ '• 1 \\-\- 377 th«ir friends took the Q M. O. and Occidental Railway to participate in the Club Concert at Hawkesbury. The party was met at Calumet Station by teams and after half an hour's drive arrived at its destination. The Concert was quite a success, the Town Hall being crowded. After the Concert the visitors were entertained at supper, and several toasts were proposed and drunk; Lieut. Blaicklock responding on behalf of the Club. On Sabbath they attended Divine Service at the Episcopal Church ; returning the same evening to town, by special train, kindly furnished by Mr. Mac- Donald. "EMERALD" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE. The fourth Annual Mountain Steeple Chase of this Club, took place about the nth February, 1878. The start was made from the McGill College Gates and the finish at Prendergast's Gate. The night was all that could be desired, and the track in splendid condition. The race was a handicap and the following gentlemen accepted. Thomas Farmer and Joseph Boyle, scratch, McGuire and Newman, one minute, P. A. McKenna, two minutes, M. Polan and B. McNally, three minutes, J. B. O'Neill, J. Jobin and J. Mooney, four minutes. The race was won by J. Newman, in 19 m. 50 s. prize, gold medal. I, 378 n d I. 11, Joseph Boyle, 19 m. 50 34^ sec. prize, silver medal. Thos. Farmer, 20 m. 20 sec. prize, silver cup. M. Polan, 20 m. 45 sec. prize, cup. The prizes were presented by Messrs. C'. To) Ic, Geriken, W. H. O'Hara, and P. C. Warren. y ••EMERALD" CLUB'S ANNUAL RACES. The Annual Races of the Emerald Club took place on Saturday afternoon, the 23rd Feby., 1878. The weather was very disagreeable. There were four ** open" events, all of which were won by the " Montreal." Two MILES, Indian race. This was won by Joseph Lcfevbre, defeating his brother and Joe Foster. Half mile, open,—*' Coyle" gold medal. Henry Downs* (m) won a very plucky race closely pressed by E. H. Hanna, (m) 2. and A. H. Woods, (e) 3. who was run to a stand still" The other competitor was Thomas Paton, (m) who retired after first quarter. 4 competitors. Two miles, open, — ist prize, "Kennedy" gold medal. Geo. R. Starke, (m) won "as he liked" in 13 m. 47 sec. defea.tin2 J. Boyle, (Emerald) George Murray, (Athletics) C. Hall, (Quebec) VV. Kay, (m). 103 YARDS, OPEK, hcats, — " Tansey" gold medal.— R. S.immerhayes, (m) defeated Vaughan, (c) in two straight heats. Quarter mile ope.v, — ''Brennan prize," — VV. G. Ro- bertson, (m) came in first, but having lost a shoe was disqualified and the race given to Wm. Cairns (m), the other competitors were P. J. McElroy, J. J. O'Neill, (e.) J. M. Vaughan, (Caledonia). 379 Mr. Bowles having presented a cup, anJ Mr. Ilealy a gold scarf pin for competition among the Bandsmen, four of them entered for a half mile race. J. Lynch won, closely followed l)y Flynn, J. Brown and Lenncttc. Quarter mile, boys race. — ist prize, silver medal, 2nd, pair snow shoes. A.Boyle,!. Flynn, 2. defeating two others. IIai-F mile, club, — 1st prize, gold ring, to be run in club tmiform. 4 competitors — P. McKenna, i. time 3 m. 18 sec. U. McNally, 2. J. Jobin, J. B. Mo»ney. Two MILES, CLun,— 1st prize, "Murphy" gold medal. 2n 1, *' McNamee" clock. There were only two entries. J. Newman, i. time 14 m. 203. Joseph Boyle, 2. ' The prizes were presented on the Ground after the races. GAMES AT VICTORIA RIXK.'' * - The usual games took place in the Rink on the 28th February, 1878, when the Snow Shoe Race was won by George S. Hubbell, R. McGill Stewart, second. IIADLOW COVE CLUB'S RACES. This Club was organized in 1877 and the follow- ing is a record of the 2nd Annual Races, which were held on the and March, 1878. 'J'he day was very fine, and track in excellent condition. Judges, Messrs. J. Robb, J. Gibson, Jr., T. Mokeley and P. Candran, — Mr. Wm. Harder, Starter Quarter mile, boys under 12, 1st prize, silver medal. — A . Mains, i. A. Dewar, 2. Half mile, boys under 15, ist prize, silver medal, — G. Rolb, I. H. Lacroix, 2. 3^0 Hai.k milk, boys under i6, ist prize, goltl locket, -F. Gosselin, i. J. Dcwar, 2. spy glass. QiMRTER MILE, boys under 12, ist prize, snow shoes, — presented by Mr. Lalibcrte. A. Mains, i. G. Thompson, 2. A. Dewar, 3. Three quarters mile, club, ist prize, silver medal, — P. Brock, I. II. Monk, 2. J. Mains, 3. One Mii,K, open, 1st prize, writing desk, presented by Mr. Scifert. '1". A. Anderson, i. F. Lemieux, 2. One mile, club, ist prize, silver cup. — II. Monk, i. r. Brock, 2. Quarter mile, Consolation, boys under 12. William Richardson, i. G. Bryan, 2, J. Quinn, 3. J. Gosselin, 4, J. R. Lister, ?■ It. ter rG. OPEX MOVNTAIX fitTEF' LE CHASE. The open mountain steeple chase of the Montreal Club was run over the usual track, finishing at Prendergast's Gate — on Saturday afternoon, 2nd March, 1878. The day was fine and eight "toed" the scratch at the call of time. Messrs. Fred Mclndoe, E. H. Hanna, Jas. Atkins, Rutherford and G. R. Starke, represented the " Montreal," Joseph Boyle, the " Emerald," T. Hughes and Geo. Murray, the "Athletics." Angus Grant, Esq., President of the " Montreal" "acted as starter and time keeper. 38i SUikc led from llic start, closely followed to the pines by Atkins and Boyle. I'hc Cemetery was the scene of many a lively brushjjetween Boyle, Murray, Hanna and Mclndoe, and the race ended with the mi'n in the order named. Geo. R. Starke, first, gold medal, time, i8 m. 30 s. Jos. Boyle, 2, silver " " i8ni. 45 s. '' (ieo. Murray, 3, silver " " 19 m. 15 s. K. H. Hanna. 4, 19 m. 32 s. F. Mclndoe, 5, '9 'n- 44 «• The first prize, a gold medal, was presented by Messrs. Savage & Lyman, the second prize, a hand some silver medal, by Mr. Prendergast, nnd the third prize, also a silver medal, by the Montreal Club. They were presented to the lucky winners by Messrs. N. If. Hughes, W. l^rendergast and Angus (Irnnt. EMERAi.D CIAili'S OPEN .STEEl'l.E CIIA.SE. 'I'he open Mountain Steeple Chase of the Emerald Club was run over the usual track on Saturday afternoon, March 9th 1878. The track was heavy and soft, the snow having nearly all melted away during the mild weatiier of the week previous. In several places the runners had to plough through water almost to the knees, which made the travelling anything but pleasant. 3«2 id uy of :rs Int. There were 7 compel ilors -viz., Messrs, James VVingham, VV. Iluglies, Win. Milncr and (1. Murray of tlie *' Athletics/* Joseph Boyle, " Emerald," and , Messrs. (icorgc R. Starke and William Kay of the Montreal Club. Starke led from the start to the cemetery, where he lost a shoe, while adjusting if, JJoyle passed him. Starke being once more upon his feet, he challenged Boyle, passed him, but his .shoe again slipped off and Boyle went to the front, win- ning in 21 m. II sec. Starke second, 21 m. 21 sec. Wm. Hughes third, in 21 m. 22 sec. Wm. Kay fourth, 21 m. 26 sec. Starke ran in with his left shoe in his hand, though the fastenings were attached to the ankle, for this he was disqualified, and the second prize given to Hughes, and the third to Kay, who refused it, deeming the action disqualifying Starke unjust. Tiie laws being rather vague upon the subject, the ruling caused some dissatisfaction among the snow shoe fraternity. The prizes were a meerscham pi[)e, gold medal presented by the " Athletic Club," and the third a gold medal presented by the "ICmerald Club." C'l.O.HIu or MKASO\ IS77-7*. During the latter part of the season, the Club with the Montreal Lacrosse Club made the following offer to the Directors of tlvj M(jntrcal flymnasiuin and Mercantile IJbrary Association. To the Directors of the AL'ri-untih' Library Asuuid'ion mui of the Montrtnl GymnnsUiiu^ Mont real, 'I'u JoUoivitt'^ ofj'or is rcspt'd fully siil>tiii!ti\i ;--^ \\\ event of the aforesaid Directors ayreeinj; to liairl over arifl transfer to the "Montreal" Lacrosse and Snow Shoe Clubs all the moveable and immoveable properly, Hooks, ?"u:. niture, Moneys and Assets whatsoever, belonging to the said Association and said Gymnasium, and on, or to which tiny may have any claim or title, without exception, subrogating the sai«lCIuljs in all their rights by a Deed of Transfer to that effect, then the said Clubs shall a|)|)ly to the 1'rovinci.il Legislature for an Act of Incorporation to emiiower them to hold, acquire and dispose of property in accordance with the terms of a Cliarter to be hereafter drawn up, and shall, within six months from dale of Deed of Transfer, pay an'-')perfy, (he,, »'»iil sacrin CI 'nes evi.Ienl tl,at iJ 't shall be "S part of the sai.l remain •c .saiju- transfenefj -:'•—» .:.e .u „.:::::'■";:!"', "-:- .„„ t™,z tf) '-''•^'"'.an I apply n proporfy shall be »n to the ( ' 'ven, ,rs of McUiU (J >e proceeds of sale as foil ."vested, to clisj.o,e ^ reaiaini '^I'us. an I 111 I'uiMinj have «'• ''"lefai.lt thereof "/,' 'jalfto ih "'v<-''-.^i Gall nnstic Appa- "'it'tule (if i|,e "^i-y of Any or, in fact, upon. 'n such other i"id of the ,\f Jiilreal manner as ni.ii M. '^'«KAr.. 26.h March. ^N^'t^S GRAN 'V\ "•s vvas not 1878- ■'iifosw (Uhf S no r» S/u>,' C/uhs. P^'J at that ti.^l^ | further oji. 'icccjUed, so (h >''t rencu'ecj Jat ^" "tatter was drof '-•'''^s nil] he seen ^^nng the month 0/ Mav ,x,« wretch administered a do Lf "' "'"'"''"^' " Monday" and now we dt lore r 'T" '' ''''' ''' ^ bright, intelligent lookim T "'"' '^' ''''' ^^ther Otter dog ,„,, ' '^n ''^ ''''''' ^^^' «^ ^' '"'' ''''' '^'^ companion of the ^m^mmm mmm • : 3B5 club in all its tramps across the mountain or country. No matter what depth the snow, " Mon- day" was never far behind, and his playful gambols made him a general favorite with tlie l)oys. DONATIONS. We were indebted to Messrs. Savage, Lyman &: Co., and Angus Grant, Esq., for very handsome medals donated as prizes, during the season. Mr. Notman presented the original of the Club picture photographed in 1871-72 to the Club, as well as that taken in 1876-77 ; the latter will be placed in the Club Room on its return from the Paris Exhibition. An enthusiastic vote of thanks was voted to Mr. Notman for the handsome gift. ESCORT TO THE GOVERNOR GENERAL. After the Wednesday evening tramp, of February 13th, 1878, the Club members, to the number of 100 or thereabouts, proceeded to the Academy of Music, Victoria Street, to escort His Excellency the Earl of Dufferin to his Hotel. ** When the Governor left the Academy, the Victoria Rifles presented arms, the Band as usual playing a few bars. The members of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club, sang the National Anthem," sans tuques. "The horses had already been removed from the sleigh and long drag ropes supplied their place. These were manned by 386 lary of of the liileS JThe lonal and the members of the Chib, who also provided an escort to tl»c party, wliich lined each side of the sleigh. The President Mr. Grant, accompanied by *' Monday," commanded the whole and on leaving the Academy, the Club proceeded along St. Catherine Street, singing "Eva," "Tuque Bleue" and other snow shoe sonj^s en route, which lay along St* Catherine Street, down Drummond into Dorchester Street, to the ladies entrance. At Drummond Street corner ti.e " tally ho" was given, and there ensued a run to the Windsor which must have startled their Excellencies not a little, and given them some idea of the speed and endurance of the boys- Having reached tlie Hotel, speed was slackened; and on stopping at the door, the President called for three clieers for the (^ueen, which were given as only snow shoers can cheer. He then called for three cheers for Her Majesty's noble representative our Governor General, Lord Dufferin, which were given in a manner that made the welkin ring. Mean- time their Excellencies had alighted and standing upon the steps of the Ladies' grand entrance. Lord DufTerin spoke as follows : — Gentlemen of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club,allow me to thank you on behalf of Lady Dufferin and myself, for the noble escort which you have afforded us this evening, and before retiring indoors, allow me also to express to you my regret that I was not able to accept your kind invitation to accompany you on your tramps. I see no reason, other means having failed, why the snow shoers of Cairada may not start for the North Pole, (laughter). He then bade them good night and retired, while the snow shoers started along the Street for their various destinations, cheering for His Excellency on the way home, and the evening's work was over. *' Gazette."^ '■ ;!«■" ■ g ' glH.llJ B im 3^7 FAREWELL TO EARL OF DUFlERlV. The following telegram was wired to the K:\rl ns he was en route for home. Montreal, 241I1 Sept., 187S. To His Excellency,, (he Earl of Duffcriu, etc., etc. Rimouski, Que. The Montreal Snow Shoe Club wish your Excellency a pleasant voyage, safe arrival and happy re-union at home. ANGUS GRANT, Plt'Shlrnt. ' i-. CLUBS. The enthusiasm displayed last season over the glorious sport of snow shoeing grew more intense this season as will be seen by the record of old clubs still to the fore, and new ones striving hard to carry their banners to the front. The "Montreal," "St. George," "Athletic," " Eme- rald," "Garrison Art," Prince of Wales Rifles, Young Britannia, St. Andrews (Montreal) and Levis, (Que.) Clubs, gave renewed tokens of a lively existence, while the following newly organized clubs gave promise of .great activity in the future, McGill University, St. Lawrence, Mount Royal (Junior)^ Our Boys, Union (French), Clandeboye, Three Riv- ers and clubs at St. Johns, (Que. ,,)andHamilton(Ont.) */ i!ii! jSS •) NEVHOX 1878 nii«l IH7». For ihe following resume of the Club's doings during the season, ^v'e are indelitcd to the Annual Report : " Witliin tlie past two or lliree years, snow shoeing has become the most popular of our winter's amusements, an^l to form any idea of the number that engage in this glorious and healthy exercise, one cannot do better tb.an take up a position on the side of our mountain any evening during the week, when he will have the satisfaction of seeing one or two Clubs pass in their picturesque uniform, besides innumerable smaller parties of from two to a dozen, among whom are not a few of the fair sex, who take as much pleasure in the sport as their sterner companions, continually passing to and fro, and should he take the trouble or rather the pleasure of walking to the pines, or througli the cemetery, a track would be found so thoroughly beaten down with the incessant tramping of the snow shoers, that it would be difficult to find the impression of one's own shoe marks. Or should a stroll be taken along Sherbrooke Street on a Saturday afternoon about 3 o'clock, any number of blanket-coaled men wearing tuques of various colors v/ould be seen, hurrying to the ren- dezvous of their respective clubs, and presently would appear a line of 30 or 40 in single file going in the direction of Lachine, while another would be wending its way over the mountain to St. Laurent, or some other suburban village, for an eight or ten mile tramp, and "three hours do as you please" when they got there. The whiter was an exceptionally fine one, and better or more favorable weather for our manly pastime we could not ■I 389 wish for ; every Wednestlay evening and Saturday afternoon seemed to turn out better snow shoeing than the last, and not a single tramp did thj Ciii!) t.ik?, Ixit w.is said to l)a *' the best of the season." 1/ TRAMPS. First CJLil) tramp on shoes took place on Decem- ber 2 8tli, the last on April 9th, the latest tramp on record, and the first time in the history of the Club that tramps were continued after the Annual Meet- ing of the Lacrosse Club ; but on this occasion the temptation was too great to resist, and Messrs. R. McG. Stewart, A. AV. McTaggart, A. O. Weaver and E. McConnell, under the leadership of the President Mr. Angus Grant, w'th his dog " Chimo" (Monday's successor) did the mountain. Our Wednesday evening tramps by way of the road and over the mountain numbered 16 with an average attendance of 55, and the largest muster 175. Twelve of these were on shoes with an average attendance of 65, but on several occasions the number almost reached 100. The Saturday after- noon tramps numbered twelve, 4 to Sault au Recol- let, 4 to St. Laurent, 2 to Lachine, i to St. Vincent de Paul, and i to Belceil. The average attendance was 32, with on average of 23 trampers* the largest 39^ muster at any tramp being 37, which '.vas to the Back River, the favorite resort. *• Of the many tramps taken, one is deserving ot special notice, that to St. \'incent de Paul. Not since '77 had the Club visited this historic village, and on the 8th March, 18 members set out, led by the President, with H. W. Becket acting as whipper in. Starting from the Club Rooms at 3 o'clock, they reached St. Vincent de Paul in about two hours and a half, after one of the finest tramps on record. Twenty-three sat down to supper and were surprised by the appearance of oyster stew on the table, something very rarely seen on the Bill of Fare of a Snow Shoe Tramp dinner, but they were just the "Boys" to appreciate the repast, espec- ially after such a long tramj), and the manner in which the remainder of the evening was spent, was no doubt owing to the excellence of the fare provided by mine host Truteau. They started for home about half past eight o'clock, with a mag- nificent full moon to guide them on the way, 16 all up. Scarcely was their destination reached, when vivid sheets of lightning were seen and the rumble of thunder heard in the distance, — quite an unique thing for that time of the year, — and before many of the membei;s were safely under roof, a heavy rain shower began to fall making it rather uncomfortable 30> ahd altogellier out of [)la(c lor thr c iid up ot sucli a fnie tramp. ^ The Star of the following Monday says : " 'I'he " Tuques Bleues never had as good a leader as its " present President, and crowning his general feats, ** that of Saturday last deserves mention, especially *' when we recall the old song of the fellows who " once undertook to go to St. Vincent, and " went '' 15 miles astray." Taking the eastern promontory "of Mount Royal, it was discovered when coming " back that Mr. (Irant had made an exact bee line " from there to St. Vincent de Paul Church, and " the steeples of the latter came into view, just as "the snow shoers passed the edge of a bush, which *' had previously hidden them from sight. It was " one of the best calculated lines in the history of " the " Montreal " and may be offered as a guide to "other Clubs.^' ' -^ '■ In comparing these figures with former years and notwithstanding that Christmas and New Year's days fell upon Wednesday, and two Saturdays were occupied with races, when tramps were dispensed with, we find the number taken, far exceeds any- thing heretofore, and a rough calculation shows the Club to have walked about 250 miles during the season. 392 MKMJJKKSIIII'. The iijcmbership has steadily increased, and we now boast of a Roll of 407, an increase of 68 over the previous year. 50 are Life members and 357 f.nying members, (including $10. su1>*'rriherR not included in financial statement.) FINAXCK.S. The finances turned out very satisfactorily, show- in:? the receipts to have exceeded the expenditure by $279.99, this balance by an agreement with the Lacrosse Club went to the general fund of the Associated Clubs. INCIDENTS, KTC. The season was a most notable one, principally from the many important events which transpired outside the regular tramps, and which added greatly to the popularity of the Club and enjoyment of the members ; such as the part taken in the reception by the city of H. R. H. Princess Louise and the Marquis of I-orne, the leasing of the building now occupied, the Concert in the Academy of Music, the Steeple Chase at Belceil and Supplementary races, all of which deserve a few passing remarks. 393 Upon the arrival of His Excellency the Governor General the Marquis of Lome, and the Princess F,ouise in the city on the 29th November, the Club erected in conjunction with the Lacrosse Club, an arch in honor of the occasion. It was situated on the corner of Beaver Hall and Dorchester Street, and occupied the most advantageous position on the route of the procession, it was surmounted by about 50 members in full snow shoe costume, and presented a most imposing appearance. In the evening it was illuminated with 200 Chinese Lan- terns and formed one of the most attractive sights of the city. The Annual Steeple Chase from McCiill College Gate over the mountain to Prendergast's, took place on the evening of January 8th. Seventeen started and resulted in a well contested race. The same evening a Special Meeting of the Club was held,' to authorize the Committee to enter into arrangements with the Lacrosse Club for the leasing of the Montreal Gymnasium. These arrangements were soon after completed and the Club is now enjoying the advantages of the Institution. The services of Mr. 'Wm. Liddell, (so long and favorably known to the young men of the city) were engaged as Instructor and Superintendent of the Building. f/ ' •' ■ 394. Tlic result of tlic iindci taking lias been ver' encour- Hging to the club, and from the number attending the classes and those visiting the Building, the prospects point to the success that was at first anticipated and which is sure to follow if the mem- bers will only keep up the interest, and give their personal support to the scheme. The Annual subscription was placed at $io.co, covering the Lacrosse and Snow Shoe Clubs, in the hope of inducing new members to join, and putting the use of the Institution within the reach of all. • The Club offered gold medals to be competed for during the Season for the different branches of Ciymnastics, Boxing, Fencing, Single Stick, Billiards^ Shooting and Bowling. "Early in January, the Club received an invitation from Mr. Bruce Campbell, to visit the Iroquois House, Belceil ]\Iountain, and at the same time he very generously offered to present a gold medal to be competed for by the members, in a Steeple Chase from St. Hilaire Station to the Hotel, a distance of about 3 miles. Twenty years ago the Club received a similar invitation from Mr. Comtc, the then proprietor of the Hotel, and the younger members having heard of the jolly time the Club had on that occasion, decided to accept the invitation for the 395 2 5^1 January. An extended aecount of the trip 15 given later on.*' ANNUAL RACES. The Annual Races took place on the Lacrosse ., Grounds on the 8th February, and were attended by one of the largest assemblys the Club has been favored with for years. The track was in good condition and the races well contested, a noticeable feature being the more than usual number of entries in most of the com^)etitions. The Club cup was won after a very good race, by Mr. A. W. McTaggart in the fair time of 13 m. 34)^4 s. Mr. E. H. Hanna second, which honorable position he has had the - good fortune to secure for three successive years. All the open events, five in number, were won by club members, which prove that the club is still able to keep up its reputation of showing to the front in racing as well as other matters. The Dinner took place as usual in the evening at the Windsor Hotel, and was attended by 64 members and 1 r guests. The prizes won during the day were presented, and a very pleasant time was spent. CONCERT. ' ■ On the evening of the 25th February, the Club gave a Concert in the Academy of Music, in aid of the funds of our Gymnasium and Readinof Room. 396 > About 90 members took part in the performance, which passed off very successfully. The Academy was filled from pit to dome and the handsome sum of $220 cleared, after paying all expenses. " WORTHINGTON" CUP. Mr. James Worthington offered a very valuable Silver Cup to be competed for in a one mile race, open to members of Snow Shoe Clubs in Canada, and to be won twice, before becoming the property of the winner. As Mr. Worthington wished the prize to be competed for under the auspices of the Montreal Club, the latter decided to hold Supple- mentary Races, which took place on the Lacrosse Grounds on the 15th March. The race for the cup attracted a large audience to the Grounds, the track was soft, having about three inches of snow on it, but otherwise in good condition. Mr. C. Lamothe of the "St. George" ■ Club, won in 6 m. 17 sec. DONORS OF PRIZES. The thanks of the Club were tendered to the following gentlemen for prizes kindly donated dur- ing the Season. Messrs. McGibbon & Baird, Angus Grant, Jas. Worthington, Bruce Campbell, J. R. Harper and L. C. Barney. , 397 FRANK DOWD, DIED Sept., 1878. (/ I I The Club regrets the death of one of its Life members, Mr. P'rank Dowd, who died about the ist September last. He had not taken an active part in the Club for several years, but at one time was one of our best runners. MR. ROBERT CROSiUE. By the removal from the city, of the 2nd Vice- President Mr. Robt. Crosbie, (now residing in Boston,) the club loses one of its most useful members and his absence from the i)iano stool on our weekly tramps, is very much felt. LONG TRAMP 0.\ SNOW SHOES. From a recent paper, January loth, 1879, we clip the following account of a long tramp upon snow shoes. . , • ,, , -. ,, Messrs. R. A. Lyon, M.P.P., W, D. Lyon, M.P.P., W. Abney and Merryfiekl, walked on snow shoes a distance of 210 miles on the road from Manitoulin Island to this city (Toronto). The wlmlo distance is 374 miles ; 64 miles were : 398 ^one by team and lOO miles by rail, wliich with the 210 tramped made up the total distance, which took ten days to cover. They left Michaels Buy on the Southern limit of Manitoulin Island at 6 a.m., on the 13th ultimo, and arrived here on Wednesday afternoon. They were accompanied by three Indian guides, as far as Parry Sound. A great part of the journey was over snow-covered ice. At night the party pitched a cotton tent in which they rested, cooking their Rui>per at a huge fire outside." The Hon. Messrs. Joly and Marchdnd, arrived at the Windsor Hotel, (Montreal) on Saturday evening, January 13th, having trami)ed on snow shoes over the route of the North Shore Railway froai Terrebonne. AX5rUAL MEETIXGJ. Tlia Annual Meeting of the Club was held in the Club Rooms, on the evening of Wednesday, 13th November, 1878. There were 80 members present. The President, Mr. Angus Grant in the chair. After the reading of Reports of the Secretary and Treasurer, the following gentlemen were elected officers for the ensuing season. : Angus GHAnt. — President. A. W. Stevenso.v.— /j/ Vict- President, KoBT. Crosbie.— .?«^ •• '• (unanimou.sly). Geo. R. Starke. — Secretary^ do H. W. Becket.— TVt-ijjwr^/-, di» 399 Fred. McIndor, Wm. Young, J. K. Whyte. W. H. Whytf. Committee. W. C. Trotter, D. E. Bowie, Thos. Phillips, Jk. Twelve names were proposed for membership. His Excellency, the Governor General, Marquis of Lome, was elected an Honorary Life Member of the Club. After singing *' God save the Queen" the meeting dispersed. *» MONTREAL'* cLrs's »teei*m: chase. The Annual Club Steeple Chase over the moun- tain, took place on Wednesday evening the 8th January, 1879. The track was exceedingly wet and heavy, the night misty, and the time as a conse- quence very poor. Sixteen members responded to the call of "time,* among them, those veterans of the mountain track, Messrs. W. L. Maltby, .lad Thos. E. Hodgson, who in attempting to renew the e.xploits of their younger years got worsted. Mclndoe led to the fence barring McTavish Street, Starke, Hodgson and Paton following closely. After passing the barriers, Hodgson went to the front, Starke and Paton also passing Mclndoe. On 40O the Boulevard, Starke passed Hodgson, disappearing like a flash into the gully and was not seen by any of his followers, till his rosy, smiling countenance appeared at the supper table in Prendergasts. He beat the second man in, over 300 yards, the order and times being as follows : Geo. R. Starke, ist, silver cup, — time 23 m. 16 s. Thos. L. Paton. 2nd, silver medal, '* 24 m. 49 s. E. H. Hanna, 3rd, do do '• 24 m. 49^ Fred. Mclndoe, 4th, dressing case " 25 m. 12 s. T. E. Hodgson, 5th, gold pencil ca-e, 25 m. 30 s. T. Rutherford, 6th, Inkstand, " 25 m. 35 s. The balance of the competitors, Messrs. J. A McGibbon, A. W. McTaggart, J. M. Watt, W. L. Maltby, Chas. Maltby, J. K. Whyte, R. Summcr- hayes, Harry Downs, Allan Arthur and Fred. Brush, — straggled in during the evening. - . ,-, The usual ceremony of the presentation of prizes succeeded the excitement of the arrival of the compe- titors, then supper, followed by songs, dances and other sports, known only to snow shoers. . - : .. '" The first prize, silver cup, was the gift of the President Mr. Angus Grant, the others were given by the Club. Mr. Angus Grant acted as Starter and Mr. H. W. Becket as Time-keeper. i If •1 5s 4di E!MERALt) STEEPLE CttASE. , On Saturday afternoon, January 25th, 1879, the Annual Mountain Steeple Chase of the Emerald Club took place. ' - The day was exceedingly stormy — notwithstanding which, seven competitors faced the gale, and were sent off on an even start to find their way to the winning post at Prendergast's Gate, Cote des Neiges. T. J. Martin first, gold medal, time, 24 m. 55 9. Jos. Boyle, second, Meerschaum pipe, time, 24.57 J. Newman, third, silver medal, P. Murphy, fourth, gold pin, J. Lynch, fifth, gold studs, Theo. Jobin, sixth, gold studs, : STEEPLE CHASE AT ST. HILAIRE ^ Bruce Campbell, Esq., of St. Hilaire, having |jresented a handsome gold medal to be competed -far, by the members of the ** Montreal," in a steeple chase from St. Hilaire Station to his Hotel on the mountain, the club men, with friends to the number of 52 took the 3 p.m. train from the City, on Saturday 25th January, 1879, to compete and wit- ness the struggle for the prize. The snow had been steadily falling for two days before the event, and on the day it seemed as though the storm king had held the major 40- ), portion of his forces in reserve, for it blew great guns, driving the snow abous, in vast blinding clouds, and threatening a postponement. But once started there was no such word as "fail," and the members steamed gaily out of the Depot through the whirlwind of snow and sleet. Songs beguiled the time till St. Bruno was reached, where they heard that innumerable trains were stuck deep in the snow, between them and St. Hilaire. Soon however the "toot,toot" of the Locomotive was heard, and they moved slowly on their way till Beloeil Bridge was reached, where they came to another stop. " Train stuck in a drift ahead," was the reply given anxious queries as to the cause, and prepara. tions were made to tramp the rest of the way. On getting out of the train, the full extent of the storm was felt and they were driven back to the shelter of the cars by the fury of the gale, which threatened to blow them all to the four winds. After a tedious wait they were again on their way and at half-past five the Station was reached. Mr. Bruce Campbell opened his eyes in astonishment when he saw 52 rollicking snow shoers turn out of their car in response to his query, "are yea ^oing to run?' Traineaux were provided for those who had not come prepared to tramp, and the journey to the Hotel commenced. Mr. Campbell with Major Hartland 403 MacDougall, led the way to break the path- three or four traineaux following. The runners were left behind to give the sleighs a chance to get ahead through the heavy drifts ; and who could describe the trip through the piles and drifts of snow, capsizes were frequent, and as the over bur- dened traineaux transferred their cargoes into the snow, loud shouts and cheers would make " old Beloeil" ring again. The progress was so slow that the first man (Starke) caught them before half a mile was travelled, close behind followed Wm. Hubbell, R. Sumrnerbayes, and the rest, the "sleighers" shouting till they were hoarse as the runners (8 in number) disappeared in the storm. After innumer- able capsizes they at last reached the Iroquois House, and found that a " green one" had won the coveted prize, while the 'favorite' was rusticating among the pretty French girls down in the Village, in blissful ignorance of the direction of the Hotel, and with the sweet consolation of a heavy tramp back through the woods with broken shoes, and the probable chance of a guiding hand from some passing " habi- tant." After a while being all snugly ensconced in the Hotel, brimful of steaming hot coffee and—mother liquids, time was found to listen to the hair-breadth •scapes of the runners, but when the dinner was announced none were left behind. 404 The prizes were presented after dinner by Messrs. Bruce Campbell, Hartland MacDougall, D. E. Bowie and Angus Grant. On presenting Mr. \Vm. McNab with the gold medal, Mr. Campbell alluded to the fact, that it was about 21 years since the house had been visited by the club, among those present on that, as well as the present occasion, he named Messrs. N. H. Hughes, Chas. Radigerand Major De Montenach, and would be glad to welcome any of the " tuque blue" at any time. ■ . . ; Major MacDougall presented R. Summerhayes, with the Judges' prize, (a silver cup,) and compli- mented him on his pluck and endurance. Mr. D. E. Bowie, presented A. W. McTaggart, with the silver medal (presented by J. R. Harper, Esq.,) and Mr. Grant, a pair of sleeve links to Mr. Allan Arthur. ...•.-■. The dinner over, the Boys adjourned to the Drawing Room where dancing, singing, and bounc- ing, each had its turn. But 1 1 o'clock arrived in due course and then came the order, *' time to take the back track," which sounded like a knell, their late experience on said track having been but barely effaced. However, there was no help for it and joy was felt when a reconnoitering expedition returned and reported " fine night." Sundry -; ' i ;i i' I in ' 5l \m 405 hand shakings were indulged in, " hot coffees" imbibed, and once more all were en route for the station. . . . . The snow shocrs got on well enough, but the " sleighs" had to go through sundry capsizes, while one sleigh after performing the feat ot depositing the occupants in the snow, quietly drove off leaving them clasped in one another.'s arms, something after the traditional style of the "Babes in the Woods" — with the very noticeable difference that no robins were on hand to cover them with leaves ; this chari- table part of the story however was well carried out by a Robin-(son) whose kind offices will no doubt long be remembered, at least by one whose pen will sing his praises in story, and by another, whose power lies in wrestling with knotty legal problems. The third " Babe," acting somewhat after the style of " Dick Turpin" saus robbery, stopped a passing traineauj and without saying ** by your leave," soon found a cozy spot between two of the passengers* much to the chagrin of the Jehu, whose loud sacfes added much to the hilarity of the occasion. How- ever, all things have an ending and once more the Station is reached. Boarding the car and find- ing that no one knew when they were to start, many thought that a sleep would be a desirable boon^ and soon the seats were well occupied by tired mor- 40 6 tats seeking to \vm the favor oi the drowsy go J. This luxury was not to be enjoyed, however, as the con- stant arriving ol the men who had not been lucky in " making time," drove away all thoughts ot sleep. Alter a tedious wait, they were once more under way for home, which was reached at 4.45 on Sunday morning, all thorouglily tired out, -but with the knowledge that notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, the trip would remain a red letter one in the memory ot those present. Messrs. R. McG. Stewart and J. A. McGibbjn, left St. Hilaire on Sabbath morning, about lo o'clock, and tra:.jped back across country, arriving about 8 p m., havmg stopped at Chambly for dinner. * ' SNOW SHOE TRAMP AT QUEBEC. From Quebec pap3rs of date January 24th, we learn that forty or fifty gentlemen of that city mostly members of the Aurora Club, set out from the Esplanade for a snow shoe tramp into the country. The party was accompanied by Mr. Sydney Hall, special artist of the London (Kng.) Graphic. After crossing Dorchester Bridge, torches were lighted and the scene as witnessed from the city,— the snow Shoers tramping in Indian file,— was very brilliant. 11 4 ■ F? ! i ! -! i }•- ^m ^ m: / 40 7 CONCKRT HV EMERAl.D CLUB. On Monday evening, February 3rd, 1879, the Emerald Snow Shoe Club gave a Concert In the Theatre Royal, Cote Street, in aid of the Building fund of the new St. Bridget's Church. The affair was a grand success in every way, and the club is to be congratulated on the manner in which the programme was carried out. Messrs. J. Shea, T. Fallon, B. Shea, W. P. Beau- champ, P. Fogarty, (Jig Dancer,) T. C. O'Brien and J. Hocter, led the vocalists, Messrs. H. J. H. Fauteau.Vs Cornet and B. Shea's Violin solos, charm- ed the ears of the instrumental lovers of music, while Mr. W. J. O'Hara's native born eloquence filled up the oratorical gap most agreeably. Miss Shea presided at the piano with artistic grace. INDEPENDENl -CLUB CONCERT AT GRANBY. On Monday evening February 3rd^ 1879, the Independent Snow Shoe Club of Montreal, gave a Concert in the Town Hall at Granby, (Q.) under the auspices of the Granby Mechanics Institute and Literary Association. The Hall was crowded, large numbers having arrived from Waterloo and neigh- bouring towns to greet the strangers. 4cS / Messrs. C. P. Orr, J. L. Lawlor, Feron, Owler, Bernard Richard, Larmonth, W. Arnton, W. D. and F. Travers, led the vocal and dramatical part of the Concert. R. C. Smith shone as the bright parti- cular star in the elocutionary sky — while D. Owler's banjo solo charmed those delighting in the " nigger minstrel business." The Granby orchestra was a credit to the town and played some fine selections. A vote of thanks was passed by the town people to the club for its entertainment, and by the Club to residents, for their kind hospitality. "LE CANADIEN" STEEPLE CNASE. The first Annual Mountain Steeple Chase of " Le Canadien" snow shoe club was run about the I St of February over the usual track. The night was bright and clear as day, with the track good. The prizes were won by the following gentlemen : A. Gibeau, first, gold medal. Horace Kearney, second, silver cup. — Lussier, third, silver medal. Nap. Mathieu, fourth, silver medal, — Paradis, fifth, silk handkerchief, Messrs. Angus Grant, of the " Montreal" and John Boyle of the " Emerald," clubs, with C. P. Davidson and F. Goulette, presented the prizes. 11 li'i) 409 •.'',,.■'' ' * *' ATHLETIC" STEEPLE CHASE. The Annual Mountain Steeple Chase of the Atliletic Snow Shoe Club, was run on Thursday evening, 6th February, 1879, over the usual track. It was a fine, clear moonlight night with a well beaten track, the necessary adjuncts to fast time ; Sixteen competitors were drawn up in line, sharp on time, sent off, and arrived in the following order at Prendergast's gate. - • • ' :■: ! Geo. Murray, first, gold medal, time, 20 32^^. Joseph Lang, second, medal, Wm. C. Cullens, third, silver cup, " Jas. Murray, fourth, gold pin, '•- The official time given, was 19 m. for first man, and 193^ m. for second, but as two competent, impartial timers, who went as a check upon the offi- cials, found them wanting, the time, as taken by the checkers is given. The prizes were presented in the Club Room, by Messrs. Peel, IJryson and Lancashire •♦ MONTREAii" Clare's AjrjruAii races. The Annual Races of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club took place on Saturday afternoon, 8th February 1879, on the grounds of the club. The day was very fine and the track in excellent condition. The Races were well contested and start. 410 Iv nt Irt. ed sharp on time, tending materially to increase the interest of the spectators, while lack of good manage- ment acts adversely. The competitions were good' and large fields contended manfully for the prizes. The Stewards were Messrs. \V. H. Kingston, M.D. Thos. White, A. W. Ogilvie, A. McGibbon, Bruce Campbell, and Col. A. A. Stevenson. ' The Judges were Messrs. C. W. Radiger, John Robinson and VV. L. Maltby. Starter, D. E. Bowie, Time-keeper, H. W. Becket. There were five open events, all of which the " Montreal" won. . . > . Indian two mile race. For which there were six entries. J no. Lefebvre, (8), led from the start and won in 12 m. 31 sec. fCaroniare ($6), second. White Eagle, ($4), third. One mile, open, prize, gold medal, presented by L. C. Barney, Esq* Second prize, silver medal. George R. Starke won in 6.12. Charles Lamothe (St. George), second. Ten competitors. 100 YARDS DASH, HEATS, Ol'KN, prize, golu medal, — R. Summerhayes, won two straight heats. 11. McG. Stewart, second. Wm. Young, third. 3 competitors. 411 Two MILES (club) race, ' '> first prize, club cup, second prize, silver medal. — A. W. McTaggart won in 13 m. 44^ s. E. H. Hanna second, defeating John McGibbon, Wm. McNab, Sam. Marrotte, and F. C. Mclndoe. 6 competitors. Half mile boys race, under 14 years, prize, silver medal, second, pair snow shoes. Thomas McNulty first, Jas. McNulty second. ■■ ' ■ . ••',■, '.'■■-.,• Quarter mile, opln, prize, silver cup, second prize, silver medal. — R« Summerhayes first, time, i m. iiy^ s. Wm. Cairns second. G. S. riubbe'l, third. Half mile (club) green, prize, gold medal, presented by Messrs. McGibbon. & Baird. D. Mc Andrew, first, in 3.16^. J. E. Austin second, defeating A. Arthur, F. Barlow, James Wilson, Wm. Hubbell. 6 competitors. Half mile, open, ^ prize, silver cup, second prize, silver medal. — Thos. Paton, first, time, 2.581^. Geo. R. Starke, second. E. H. Hanna, third. 120 YARDS HURDLE RACE, OPKN in heats, prize, gold medal, was won by R. McG- Stewart, R, Surnri]erhayes second. This closed the sports, after which the prizes won by the Indians and Boys in their races were pre* sentcd. Three cheers given for the Judges and the Queen, and the Annual Race day of 1879 was over. of the Club was held the same evening, at the Windsor Hotel, aixiong the guests present, were representatives of the sister clubs, Chas. W. Radiger, Thos. White, M.P. W. L. Maltby, Sam. C Steven- son, C. P. Davidson, Biuce Campbell, Jno. Robinson Jas. Stewart, (I jrald), Capt. Kirwan, W. II, Stanley, N, H. Hughes, John Mnrrny, and others, whom space forbids to mention. Toasts, speeches, songs, and the bouncing of a few individuals in the Rotunda of the Hotel brought the proceedings to a close. " ST. GEORGE" CLUB STEEPLi: CHASE. The Annual ^eeple chase of this Club, took place on the 15th of February, over the usual mountain track. The day was all that could be desired by the most fastidious snow shoer, being sharp and bracing. The track was in prime condition. Ten competitors took part, .and about four o'clock were sent off well together. At 41 J Charles Lamothe took the lead and was never headed, coming in nearly three minutes sooner than the second man. • Charles Lamothe ist, silver tankard, time, 19.07. 2I-57- 22.21. 2305. 23-35. 24.00. 24.30. << <( Thos. Davidson 2nd, claret jug, H. S. Howe 3rd, dressing case, 4th, writing cabinet, 5th, sett razors, 6th, cigar case, 7th, cigar ash dish, After the race the members sat down to an ample dinner, to which justice having been done, song and speech, followed by a dance in the Hall, so soon as the tables were cleared, were the order of the pro- gramme. G. Maclaine J. C. Bowden J. J. Deane A. Smith LEVIS (Q.) CLUB RACE'S. The Annual Races of the Levis (Que.) Club took place on Saturday afternoon "isth February 1879, on the pond near the Grand Trunk Station at South Quebec. The course was well laid out, and every thing done to ensure the comfort of spectators. The Judges were Messrs. Geo. T. Davie, T. L). Shipman, Fred. Billingsley .and John McLeay, Capt. Wm. Harder acted as starter. Half mile, Garrison aud Police race, Government pattern snow shoes,— prizes, $4, $3, $2, $i. 6 competitors. Gunner Jobin, 1st. Michaud, 2. Haywood, 3. Blais, 4. Time, 3.50, 0-VE MILE, club race, — prizes, club cup, snJ prize, silver shaving cup, presented by G. Seifert Esq. 2 competitors. D. Thompson, ist, time 6.52. Thos. A. Anderson, 2. Quarter mile, Boys under 12 years, first prize, pair of snow shoes, presented by Renfrew «& Co, second prize, allmm, 3rd prize, " Go-bang" board. 6 competitors. Robert Clark, 1st. A* P. Cass, 2. Joseph Carrier, 3. Three quarter mile, club race, for the "Renaud prize'' was won in 5.10 by Charles Hall, who had for his only oppo- nea^ D. Thompson, The prize was a handsome silver plate I tankard and goblets valued at $80, to be won three years in succession before becoming property of winner. Mr. Hall won this prize last year. Half mile, club race in uniform, first prize, an illumi- nated crystal clock, presented by G. B. Ho,ward, Eiq., second- prize, silver melal. 3 competitors. Elward Wurtele came in first, bi\t having run inside a flag, as did the second man, w.i s disqualifisd, an 1 race went to E. McKenna. Messrs, E. Wurtele anl A. Marchcssxult conoatel for second prize, which fell to Wurtele. 100 Yards, open race, in heats, prize, silver medal presented by G. Couture, Esq., Mayor of Levis. S. Piton and J. Goudie, were the competitors, and was won by the former. Half mile for boys under 15 years. 5 competitors, prizes, silver medal and pair of snow shoes, R. Barry 1st, D. McPhtrson 2nd, defeating C. V. Anderson, Judd and Cochrane. 415 OxE Mir.E open, — prize presented by His Honor the l.ieut. Governor of Quebec, second prize, silver medal. C. Hal), first, lime 6.40, George Gelley, second, dcfeatinjj Maurice Lynch, H. Monk, J. Mooney, F. I emieqx antl r. lirock. 7 competitors. Consolation race was won l)y V. l.crnicuN, J. Mooney, second, F. Brock, third. LKVIS ((^UE)., CLUB BALL. The Levis Club finished the Season by a grand Ball, which was held in the Victoria Hotel, on the evening of the i8th January 1879. The Ball was one of the most brilliant of the season, and a fitting " w . d up" to the gatherings of the Club. : ^ (( UNION" CLUB TRAMT. On Saturday 22nd February, 1879, the "Union" Club visited (by rail) St. Cesaire, where they wero received by the St. Cesaire Band, which accompani- ed by a torchlight procession escorved them to the Hotel. They spent a very enjoyable time, and started to return to town on Monday morning, but finding the Railroad blocked by snow, tramped across the country; the distance- about 21 miles- being done in about seven hours. 4i6 "KMERALD" CLUB'S ANNUA!, KACfclS. The fifih Annual Races of the " Emerald" Club took place upon the Shamrock Lacrosse Ground, on Saturday afternoon, February 22nd, 1879. The weather was cold and disagreeablo. an 1 few si)ec- tators were in attendance. The races on the whole were po jrly contested and entries small. All *.he ('lubs, save the ** Montreal" sent representatives. The following were the events with winners. Two MILES, CLUB, pii/e, club CU[), - 1 wo conipeliloii. J. Newman l — time 14.10. J. Morton, 2, beaten 15 yards. 103 Yards, heats, opev, prize medal — 2 competitorj. J. Newton, i. Frank Desro;hes, (Le Canadien) 2 — time 14 s. Half mile, open, — silver cup, — 4 competitors. Chas. Lamothe, (St. George) i. Jos. Boyle,JEy A. Darling, (A) 3. Thos, Gallagher, (E) became " blown" and gave up the contest. — time 2.59. Quarter mile, open, — Med.tl.~3 cumpeiitors. J. Crowley, (A) i, defeating C. Shea, (Ey and J. Lawlor, (Le C), who both came to grief early in the race,— time 1.30. Quarter MILE — boys under 4>^ feet, ist prize, medal,2nd, pair snow shoes. — 4 competitors. Young Daillebout, (an Indian boy) first, Boyle 2. Half mile, club, green, in costume— gj!d meial. — 3 competilors. J. Murphy, i- Leduc and MeVey— time 3. lo One mile, Indian race, $8, $4, $2.-4 competitor* John Lefevbre, i. Baptiste Daillebout, 2. Francis Sham- rocks, 3. White Eagle withdrew on third quarter— time 6. lo. hi i: OXE MILE, Open, —gold medal. — 2 compclitors. Cha«. Lamoiiie, did not give his only ojiponent Joseph Boyle, a chance to come near him and won as he pleased in 6.20. The prizes were prebented after the Races, by the President, Mr. Charles Boyle. "M03iTREAl." CLUB'S €OXC«IlT. The members of the Club gave a Concert in the Academy of Music on Tuesday evening, February 25th, 1879, in aid of the Club House Fund. There was a large attendance and the affair passed off most satisfactorily. The following were the Committee in charge of the arrangements : — Messrs. Angus Grant, W. C. Trotter, AVm. Young, H. W. Beckei and Geo. R. 'Starke. ' ^ ' PROGRAMME. OVERTL'RE " After Dark," AuMeri. Orchestra, T.XnLEAU— Union Avenue— Night— " The Rendcz-vous" and start Solo & Chorus "Tuque Bleuc," Dters. Mr. Arthur Perkins and M. S. S. C. TABLEAU— Mount Royal.—The ascent to thr Pines. Solo & Chorus.. . . "The Snow Shoe call," B^^rs. Itfontrea! Skoiv Shoe dub, Valse •' FIcur du Solr," Dousquct. OrchestrA. TABLEAU.— Club Room, Back of the Mountain, " all up." Tart Song " Land ho," Leslie. AfOHtreal Snow Shoe Ohi, (, i-'ANIVslV loK (!oi;m;t. . . . . l.avallic Afr. C. I.ii7>i%lUi- itfui Onhi'stia. Som; «' The Sliipwicck," //Vw. .l//'. //■///. ) 'olDIJf, Som; " riic Iilne Alsatian M nmtain-;,". . . Ad.iin<. Mr. ir. /■'. S,»X''. • • OxKilNM, i'AI'IR ON SNOW SIIOF.IN!;. flfr. /■'. y. Itnmillon. . J^CAKiKTi, iwiili r'horus.) '• Hfiil to the Oiicf," [K'uii;Jif of Sinniulimn.) /iis/io/>. Afi'x.trs. yonca, Yiuiiii, Sor^;' nmi ycnkiiis nud yt. S. S. C. (Mr. Jenkins l)eing absent, Mr. R. K. Stevenson undertook lils part) Viol, IN Soi.o, . '• Andante Caprice," ('/>y request). De /'eiiof. Rlr. Charhi Rekhling. .S')N(; ** 'i'hc Gallants of England," Mr. ;/*. L. Muthy. CiiDKi's •' Glory and Love," i l-\utst). . . . ih>iiihd. Moitit'eal Snow Shoe Clnh, M vucir '* The Veteran," Jl'i.'i^aiuf. Orchctira, TAHLKAL'.— 'Nroiint Royal— " Home ni^'ain." DiKTi iV Chorus, . " Snow Shoe Tramp," hi\i!ey. '' I^Testrs. Lamf>IoHgh, Mallhy and ,1/. 5. S. C. ' T \nT,KAU.— Snow Storm.—" Tally ho," the " Wliipprr in." GOD SAVE THE QUEEX. •* Daring the interini.sslon, S2ven or eight member.s wearing the most grotesriiie uniforms and headed ])V a Drum Major and a banner, bearing the inscrip. lion ** Bande, premiere classe, Jubilee, June 1878," marched in an 1 tok up a position on the stage 4»9 Oa this being accomplished, the leader announced that they would play the piece whicli had gained them the first prize. Tlic farce was a most humo- rous affair and kept the audience in roars of laughter. The " Band" comprised the followiiii^ talent : Messrs, Geo. DeZouche, William D. Mc- Laren, Jr. John Martin, W. Kay, Jas. L. Gardner, James Paton, James Wilson, and Henry Voung, (leader). > Mr. R. R. Stevenson acted as accompanist and director of the chorus, etc, Mr. C. Reichling as leader of the orchestra. The Concert was a decided success in every respect, some $220.2 2 going towards the Club House fund. ST. MAURICE CLUB— THREE RIVERS. The Annual Races of the St. Maurice Club of Three Rivers, took place on the 26th|February,i879. The weather was very mild, rendering the track soft and slippery. ., Half mile, open,— C. A. Burn, i. * Quarter' MILE, in heats, — 4 competitors. First heal was won by William McDongall in 1.28, second heat by Walter McUougall ; the third, was a dead heat between John Godwin and Walter McDougall ; the fourth heat and the race was won by the latter gentleman in 1.35^. 240 Yards, hurdle race, — 5 competitors. C. A. Burn, l. 420 ' 103 Varus, hcils, — 7 compelitorj. M. N. Iloluic*, wi»ii first heat, same genllcmaa and J. VV. McDougall tied in second heat, J. W. McDoajjall won third heat ; as aUo the fourth and the race. Quarter milk, "Championship of the^Clu!)," -was w.>n \)y John liici VICTORIA RINK. Tiie Annu.il games at the Rink took place about the 4th of March, when the Snow Shoe Race was woii by J. M. M. Watt, Wm. Starke second, defeating A. Gardner, F. M. Larnionth, J. M. Fraser, C. Coursjl, and A. Stewart. "LE CAXADIEN" STEEPLE CHASE. The second Steeple Chase of the " Canadien" Club this season, took place about March 4th, over the usual mountain track. There were eight com- petitors, who arrived in the following order : 42i Frank Doruche, fust, gold medal. Ferd. Dcmar.sch.iis, second, silver cup. Horace Ke.arn?y, third, silver n:ipkin rin.^. "INDEPENDENT" CLUB STEEl'LE CHASE. The first Annual Mountain Steeple Chase of the Independent Club, took place on Saturday after- noon, March 8th, 1879, over the mountain to Prendergasts. The track was heavy, notwithstand- ing which fast time appears to have been made. There were fourteen starters and competition was keen. ' Thos. Todd, 1, time 19 40, priiie gold medal* W. A. Owler, 3, " 21.10, " silver medal. J. T. McNamce, 3, " 21.00, ** •' " P. Gorman, 4, '* 21.55, " locket. G. P. Dier, 5, " 22,00, ** breastpin. We do not vouch for accuracy of time given, though otTicial. After the race the Annual Dinner took place the day's amusement ending with a Concert and Ball, at which a large number of the lady friends of the members was present. 4^3 CONCERT. On the evening of March 14th, t6](), a number of the members of the Montreal Club assisted at a Vocal and Instrumental Concert in aid of the Organ fund of the St. Joseph Street Presbyterian Church. Among those present were, Messrs. W. L. Maltby, \Vm, and Harry Young, J. L. Lamplough, W. H. VVhyte, \V. Jones, J. Jenkins and others of the club. The Concert passed off most successfully, and the thanks of the church were voted to the members of the Club. On Saturday afternoon, March 15th, 1879, the Supplementary Races of the Montreal Club took place on the Club Grounds. It was the occasion of the race for the splendid silver cup, open to all amateurs, presented by Jas. Worthington, Esq., of the " Windsor Hotel," There was r large attendance of spectators, and the races were well contested. The weather was propitious and enough snow had fallen to make the track a fair one. The Judges were^ Messrs. Jas. Worthington, John Robinson and W. L. Maltby. Starter, D. E. Bowie* Time-keepers, H. W. Becket, J. Robinson, 424 The sports opened with the loo YardSjDASH, (green), in heals, — gold medal, — brought seven competitors to the "post" — Charles Coursol won two straight heats, defeating Fred. Barlow, W. Ilubbcll, A. Giroux, J. Watt, J. E. Austin and Osborne. One mile, amateur championship— •* Windsor Hotel cup, — 6 competitors, viz., Charles Lamothe and George Maclaine, (St, George) William Bonnell, (Independent) Geo. F\, Starke, R, Summcrhayes and A. W, McTaggart, of ihr "Montreal." Lamothe led off, followed by Starke and lijnncll, Suninicv. bayes passed Bonnell on the second round at the *'homc'" 'tretch, when Bonnell dropped out ; Lamothe who was never headed, won a good race in 6.17. — Geo, R. Starke, j^ecnnd, gold medal, Robt. Summerhayes, 3, silver medal. 120 Yards, hurdle race, green, in heats, — gold medal. — 8 hurdles 2j^ feet high, 4 heats were run,— W. Hubltell won two heats, Jos. Austin, one, and Fred. Barlow, one, defeating C. Coursol, A. Giroux, Osborne and J. Walt- 'I'his was a poor race, the runners jumpit>g ujion, i.-u!ier than over the hurdles. Half mile, open, — gold meJal, presented by J. R. Harper, second prize, silver medal. — This was the race of the day, bringing Chas Lamothe, Thos. E. Hodgson, Thos. Faton, Wm, llubbell, Robt. Summerhayes, and Davidson to the scratch. The first 200 yards were run at a furious pace by Paton and Lamothe, Paton secured the lead, shortly after being passed by Davidson, Summerhayes, third. The first quarter was run in l.22j^, Davidson, Summerhayes and Hodgson, was the order on the second round, but on reach- ing the home stretch Summerhayes "sprinted" winning the r.Tce in 2.57, Hodgf^on a good second, Pavideqn third. 425 '■,':::■' This brought the racing season of 1878-79 to a worthy cbse. In the evening the members invited their frieiids to an Entertainment in the Gymnasium, where the prizes were "listributed, an-] the following programme performed, , PROGRAMME. Opening remarks by the President, Mr. ANGUS GRANT, |, " Soldiers Chorus" (from Faust) By the Member-.. Reading Mr. F. J. II?malton. Song " High Prices" Mr. J. Wilson. Foil Fencing. .Messrs. John K. Reid anrl John Hodgson. Song Mr. Geo. DeZouche, Trio " Tell me Shepherd" Messrs. Young, Presentation 'of prizes, by Messrs. John L. Morris, H. A. Nelson, John Lewis, N. II. Hughes, Rev. Gavin Lang and P. E, Bowie. - Song ., "Jacob Straus"' Mr. Wilson. Piano Solo Mr. Sept. Fraser. Song " Eva" Mr. \Vm. YouYig, Chorus by Club. D'JETT . . . . " Spooners". .Messrs. H. Young and J. Wilson. Grrco-Roman Wrestling, Messrs. R. McGill Stewart and Geo. R. Starke. GOD SAVE THE QUEEN. 42G RICHELIEU CLUB, ST, JOHNS. QUE. The four mile walk of this club, took place on the Banks of the Richelieu River on I4fh March, 1879. The prize was a silver cup, to be won three years in succession before becoming property of winner. The race was well contested by the following gentlemen : Messrs. W. L. Marler, L. H. Marchand, Wm. Norris, \V. J. Wighf, VVm. Gillespie and J. A. Tees. Wm. Norris, first, time 50 minute?-. Wm. Gilkspie, second. W. J. Wight, third. WINNIPEG (MANITOBA) CLUB. This Club which was organized one year ago is composed chiefly of old Montrealers, among its office-bearers and prominent members we might mention Messrs. Thomas and Rice Howard, Chas. and Edmund Radiger,(Jam. Sweeney, Darby 'I'aylor, and John Allan. The first races of the Club took place at Winni- peg, during February, 1879, the winners being as follows : Two MILECLUR RACK.— CluljCU] WuH b)' C. 1 >. Kitkardi=, lime 15.33K sec. 100 YARDS DASH.— medal- -won by C. X. Bell, time 15V'*' One mile, — open race, professional, — won by a Nor'wcst half Breed, Atkinson, by name who bad just arrived in (he City from a point 400 miles West. Hurdle race,— about 120 yards,— won by C. N. Bell. 403 YARDS RACE, — prize, pipe, — presented by Col. W. Osborne Smith, C. M. G.— won by C. N. Bell. 427 SEAiHOX 1870 and 18S0. The present season was one well calculated to casta damper upon snow shoeing, owing to the prevalence of remarkably unfavorable weather, either from the want of snow or mildness of the temperature. TRAMPS. The number of tramps fell considerably behind those of former years, and on examining the records we find that no less than ten had to be dispensed with. The average attendance on Saturday after- noons was above that of last season, and on Wed- nesdays evenings, the numbers were not far behind. The first tramp on shoes took place on the eve- ning of November 26th, a fine clear moonlight night, the second week after the Annual Meeting and a much earlier date than usual ; although on this occasion only a few did the mountain, the shoeing was excellent and far ahead of that which followed for several weeks. Thirty-seven members walked round by the road, and many of these regretted not luiving taken the opportunity of joining the first mountain tramp. The Wednesday evening tramps numbered 14 whh an average attendance of 40; of these 1 1 were on_ shoes with an average attendance of 51. \, \ 428 The Saturday afternoon tramps numbered five, seven less than last year. The largest muster on shoes was (52) fifty-two, with an average of (25,) twenty-five trampers. One thing to be regretted was, that the Club failed to visit that time honored village Lachine, every day set aside for the tramp turning out unfavorable. The Club visited St. Laurent, on the 3rd Jan'y., and Sault au RecoUet on the 27th December, 24th January, 7th February and 13th May, in all four times. Sault au Recollet has now become the favorite tramp of all our city Clubs, perhaps from the better accommodation provided for the num- bers that attend and the popularity of mine host Peloquin. RACES. A greater interest than usual has been taken in racing matters, in which the Club has kept up its old reputation, out of twelve open events being successful in winning ten. The Annual Club Mountain Steeple Chase took place, after a week's postponement, on the 21st January* A 2 4^9 . STEEl'LE CILVSE TO BACK KIVEK. The event of the Season was the Steeple Chase to the Back River. The race originated with Mr. Peloqiiin, Proprietor of the Hotel, who kindly offered a handsome gold medal for first prize, which was supplemented by one from the"Montreal" and another from the " St. George" Club. The race was run under our auspices and although invitations had been issued to the other city Clubs to send representatives, only the " St. George" responded. Four o'clock brought to the scratch i6 starters, six of the " St. George" and ten '* Montreal" men, the squad being despatched by C.ipt. Henshaw, President of tiie " St. George" Club. ANNUAL RACES. O.i the following Saturday the Annual Races took place on the Lacrosse Grounds. But for the track being heavy, making the time a little slow, a better day could not be wished for. The Club Cup was won by Mr. R. Summerhayes, in 14 minutes 45 seconds. All the open events were won by our members. In the evening, 67 members and guests sat down to the Annual Dinner in the Windsor Hotel. V 4^0 SUriM.KMEXTAKV RACKS. Tlie Siipplcmcntary Races of the Club were held oil the 28lhFebruary. The weather was unpleasant and the track about as bad as could be, it only hav' in:; stopped raining shortly before the races began. At one tini2 it was thought desirable to postpone them but on account of the lateness of the season it was decided otherwise. Of the six events, four, in eluding the " Windsor Hotel Cup," were won by the Club. In the evening the prizes were distributed in the Club Mouse in the presence of a large gathering of ladies and gentlemen. ^ FUXDS. '■ Oar funds arj now amalgamated with those of the Lacrosse Club in sustaining the Club House and Gymnasium, and by the Treasurer's Report submitted at the Semi-Annual Meeting of the Lacrosse Club proved to be in a very healthy state, showing a respectable balance on hand after paying all expenses. KNTERTAL\MENT IX ACADEMV OF MUSIC. During the latter part of the Season a closing entertainment was held in the Academy of Music, in which the Clubs were ably assisted by a few niem])ers of the 'I'oronto Gymnasium and Mr. 431 ! I ... m Edward Hanlan, our Champion Oarsman, who kindly volunteered their services for the occasion. MEMBERSHIP. We have now on our Roll Book 313 paying members and 50 life members, making a total of 363 members. CHANGE OF RENDEZVOUS. . We have at last forsaken our old rendezvous, ihe head of Union Avenue, and now start on our tramps from the Club House : the change was thought desirable not only on account of being more central, but in every way a more convenient place to meet, although many of the old members were very reluctant to leave the spot, at which they had been in the habit of meeting for so many years. OBITUARY. '■ ^ RUSS W. HUNTINGTON, We regret to have to chronicle the death, after a brief illness, of one of out most promising members, Mr. R. W. Huntington^ ler a )ers, V 432 The Annual Meeting of the Club for election of office-bearers, etc, was held in the Club House, on Wednesday evening, the 12th of November, 1879, when the following were duly elected : Angus Grant, — Pres'uient, ' A. W. Stevenson,— /J/ Vice-PresUent. H. W. Becket,— ^« ■ • About half-past two o'clock the bell sounded and the Judges and Committee, having taken their ])laces, six Cauglinawaga braves toed tlie scratch for a trial of endurance in the " , . ' / 438 Two MILE RACE,— prizes, $8, $5, $3, $1,— At tlie start Strong Arm led for a short distance, but he was soon passed by John Lefebvre, who kept a good lead to the close, coming in winner, in 14 m. I2j'^ sec. Michel Lefebvre second, in 14 m. 45 sec, and Strong Arm third, in 15 m. 55 sec. White Kagle, who had strolled on as last man during the fore part of the race, passed the man ahead of him and came in for the fourth prize. One mile, (open) ist prize, gold medal, 2nd prize, a silver medal, — brought out Geo. R. Starke, A. W. McTag- gart and Joseph Laing. In this race, Laing had many sup- ]iorters, but although he ran a splendid race, the untiring Starke came in ahead in 6 m. 35^4^ sec. A tight brush between Laing and McTaggart occurred on the " home stretch," Laing only keeping second place by a great effort. Time 6 "42 — 3 competitors, 100 Varus dash, (in heats) open, pri/e, silver cup, — 2 competitors. In this race R. McGill Stewart had it pretty much his own way, taking the first heat in 13^ sec. (J. S. Hubbell retired after this heat, and in the second heat, Josepli Austin fell when about half way down the track, giving Stewart an easy victory. Two MILES, (club), first prize, club cup, second prize, silver medal, — 4 competitors. It was a good race, Summer- hayes coming in firit in 14 m. 45 sec. McNab ran will, keeping the lead until the last lap, when he was passed by Summerhayes, McNab second, time 15 min, 15 sec. Shaw third, 15 m. 30 sec Wm. Ilubbell dropped out at the mile. The Aiovs' race, first prize, silver medal, second prize, snow shoes. — 17 competitors. Two miniature Indians exci- ted considerable laugliter by continually bru^liing during 439 the entire race, although their chance of winning was small. McNaughton won in i m. 48^^ sec. R. Staikc, i m. 55 sec. Murray, I m. 56. sec. TiiK QITAR'I'F.R MILK (opcn), prizc, gold medal,— 3 compe- titors. This was a good race between Fred. Corcoran, (Ml and George Roy, (sT. r.) Auld not passing the winning post at the ch)se. On the home stretch Corcoran increased his speed and took first place in I m. 25,^4 sec. Roy, i m. 30 s. Half mif.k (clul^) green, in uniform, — first prize, gold medal, second prize, silver medal, brought seven competitors to the scratch.. The race was a close one, Norman Fletcher beating Charles I'atton, by about i foot ; time made, 3 min. 17X sec. Half mif-K (open), ist prize, gol 1 medal, 2nd prize,silver medal. This was a i)oor affair, 0. R. Starke, Thos Paton, and \Vm. Robertson, being the only starters, Starke won easily in 3 m. S}4 sec. Paton 3 m. 13 sec. 120 Yards hurdle race (in heats), ist prize, silver cup. R. McGill Stewart, Joseph Austin, and Wm. Ilubbell, ompeted. The first heat was a close one between Stewart and Austin, the former winning in 20)^ sec. In the second heat Austin fell over one of the hurdles, and Hubbell falling at the start, it was another easy victory for Stewart. After the Judges had presented the prizes in the boys' race, and a medal to Mr. J. Laing, the " dark horse" who took second place in the mile, the spectators dispersed, after having witnessed one of the most successful gatherings in the annals of the clul). ■ ■ -. * , ; - ' , 446 THfr: ANNUAL DINNF.K of the Club was held in the evening in the Windsor Hotel, when between sixty and seventy sat down to a sumptuous repast. The chair was occupied by the President, Mr. Angus Grant, beside whom sat the Honorary-President, Mr. N, Hughes, "Old Evergreen. " Among the guests were Messrs. Thomas White, M. P., Dr. Hingston, C. Peers Davidson, Q. C, Lieut.- Colonel E. A. Whitehead, T. Dennistoun, Captain Fred. Henshaw, F. Potter, New Yoik Tribune. J. L. Cotton, (Barbadoes) etc. The Vice-chairs were occupied by Messrs. A. W. Stevenson and H. W. Becket. An excellent memi having been discussed, the first toast, " The Queen" was heartily honored, Mr. Hughes leading in the National Anthem. " The Prince and Princess of Wales" was the next proposed, and followed by the song " God bless the Prince of Wales. " " The Governor-General and the Dominion of Canada" was then given by the Hon-President, and after the applause which it kindled had subsided, Mr. T. E. Hodgson sang " Lome and Louise's Welcome to Canada." " The Army, Navy and Volunteers" was responded to by Lieut.-Colonel Whitehead, who spoke of the great advantages which athletic training conferred on militia men, \' \ • ^ftf- 4M Captain Stanley, late of the Victoria Rilles, responded on behalf of the retired ofiicers, declaring that if circumstances should ever demand it they would re-enter the service. . ••.',• Afr. A. W. Stevenson, the first Vice-President, thjn proposed *' Our Sister Clubs," expressing the pleasure felt in the presence of so many represen- tatives from other clubs, among them the gentlemen from Point Levis and Quebec, who were seated on his right- : ■: . • ' ' ; Mr. Ilarcourt Smith, (Quebec Club) in reply congratulated the Club on the success of the after- noon's races. He assured the members of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club of a hearty welcome should they visit the Quebec men at any time. Mr. Duhamel, (Point Levis Club) in responding invited the Montreal men to their races the next week. Captain Henshaw, President of the " St. George" Club, referred to the good feeling between his club and the ** Montreal." Mr. Arnton, Vice-President of the " Independ- ents," also responded on behalf of the " blue and red." Messrs. W. IL Whyte and \Vm. L. ^^altby sang " The Snow Shoe Tramp." 442 Nir. H. \V. Bccket, tlie Vice Cluiinnan, proposed " Our Stewards, Judges and Guests," in an appro- priate speech. • Mr. Thos. Wliite, M.P., in resj)onding expressed great pleasure at being again among his old friends of the " Montreal" Snow Shoe Club. For this purpose he had left the festivities in Ottawa. He referred to the tendency to dissipation among young men, and knew of no better preventive than the physical training necessary to such contests as those in which they had engaged in the afternoon. Dr. Kingston was then called for, and on rising said that if ever he felt young again it was among the members of this Club. One thing he had always admired was their Aiirness in racing, but he thought he had been unfairly handicapped in being called upon to speak at such short notice. He spoke of the very beneficial effects of such physical training as the men subjected themselves to. In the afternoon he had admired the legs of some of the competitors, and having the curiosity to feel them, he came to the conclusion that such legs did not belone to sneaks. Mr. C. Peers Davidson, QC, ex President of the Club, was then called for, and said the duties of the judges were supposed to have ended on the 443 field, while the stewards were to be the ornaments of the dinner table. - Mr. Potter, of the New York T/tbune, Mr. Den- nistoun and Lieut. -Col. Whitehead, also responded. "Our winter sports" proposed by the first Vice- Chairman was responded to by Mr. R. D. McGib- bon, in an eloquent speech, after which Mr T. E. Hodgson sang the " Snow Shoe call." - * '' " The winners," proposed by Mr. H. W. Becket, was most heartily received, and as each successful racer was called up to receive his prize he was heartily cheered. Dr. Kingston proposed " the President," which was heartily honored, and appropriately responded to by Mr. Grant. " The ladies" was ably responded to by Messrs. D. E. Bowie and W. Jarvis, and the toast to the "Press" brought the dinner to a close. The National anthem and " Auld Lang Syne" were sung before the company dispersed. THE -'ST, GEORGE" SNOW SHOE CLUB. About Feby., loth, 1880, about 35 members of the " St. George" Snow Shoe Club tramped across the mountain, a very enjoyable evening being passed after the usual style of the snow shoers* During 444 the evening, songs and glees were sung, interspersed with dances. Mr. A. Beaudry played for the Club, a waltz he had composed and dedicated to his com- rades of the *'St. George," and Mr. J. Muir recited an original production, his theme being a snow shoe tramp across Mount Royal, of which the following verses will give our readers an idea : 'Tis a glonous winter evening, "Jack Frost" is in the air, A breeze is springing up, and it is keen and rare ; The silver moon shines forth from out a cloudless sky, Lighting up the snow-clad hills far as can reach the eye ; The snow feels crisp beneath our feet as we homeward go. And it is " tramp night," now boys, " St. George," Oho I Hark ! the Cathedral chimes the hour at which we meet, And on the college campus and out upon the street. You will see the many forms of those clad all in white. Who have come to cross the mountain on this fine moonlight night, The mountain stands out boldly from the azure tinted sky, And the lights within the college look cheerful to the eye. We strap on our snow shoes, and ready now we stand A knickerbockered, blanket clad and stalwart-looking band. With purple tuques upon our heads, and the red cross on our breast, We wait the signal of our chief to start off with the rest, " Up, up !" at last, the leader cries, and we fall into line, Then start across the snowy ground, our faces toward the pine; A stalwart tramper leads tlie way, we follow as we can. And " number off" as we tramp on, man following man, 'I'he long line winds quickly on as we climb the litlle hills, As we vault the low fences, and cross the frozen rills, A3 ! r. I ! 445 The " whipper-in" keeps up the ones that wish to lag behind And the leader presses forward bearing the goal in mind. We pass the higher reservoir and out upon the park, Where the tall monarchs cast their shadows long and daik, Then we clamber up the hill, and the "pines" appear in sight, The wind whistles through their branches on this fine star- light night. We cross beneath their shadow, and sliding down the hill We run across the snowy waste and jump the frozen rill. We pash through the thicket, with our hands protect our face, Then out upon the open ground, we follow in the race, We clamber through the fence and down the hill we go, P.ist the massive vaults and over the glistening snow, We cross the dreary cemetery, — " God's acre" some would say, Then the forwards " double" and we follow as we may. We see the lights of "Cote des Neiges" twinkling not far away, "And there's the light al Prendergast's" as some of us do say, Then the leader flies along and we join quickly in the race, Eich tries to pass the other and gain a better place, lJ.it soon we reach, all panting, the welcome open door . An I kicking off our snow shoes, the outward tramp is o'er. SNOW SHOE RACE ON ICF'^. Oil February 14th, 1880. Games were held ill Mr. Lonxas' Skating Rink, Point St. Charles, when a prize was given for a half niile race on snow shoes. J. M. Vaughan, first. J. W. Clark, second. 446 "ST. GEORGE" SNOW SHOE CLUB. The Annual Steeple Chase of the above Club came off on Saturday last, February 21st, 1880, Over the old course from McGill College gates to Prendergast's. The track was somewhat heavy from the heavy fall of snow which had continued all day. At four o'clock the competitors were ordered to strip and make ready for the tussle, and the following toed the scratch : G. E. Roy, T. Davidson, J. Wal- lace, J. Bowden, J. Smith, A. S. Henshaw and Howard. The two former were favourites for first place, whilst Bowden, the old champion of the club, was looked upon as sure of a good place. The start was made at about a quarter past four, and all got away well together, Davidson first, Rjwden close behind him and Wallace third. In McTavish Street, Wallace passed both the leaders, and was the first to reach '' the gully'' when Roy, pushed Wallace for first place and gained it, Bowden remaining fourth. At the Pines, Wallace again took the lead, but was again passed by Roy, who mlintained his position to the end, coming in a good winner. . George Roy, first, 21 m. 30 sec. . . T.Davidson, second, 21 m. 50 sec. J. Wallace, third, 22 m. 30 sec. I ; I 447 John Bowden, fourtli, 23 m. A. Smith, fifth, 24 m. 30 I i 449 GAMES AT TME VICTORIA RINK. There was a large attendance at the Victoria Rink on Saturday evening, Feby., aist, 1880, to witness the annual sports. The band of the Vic- toria Rifles was present, and enlivened the pro- ceedings by giving some choice selections. A snow shoe race was the first on the programme, and after a sharp contest, G. Aird, (Independent) came in first, C. J. Hodgson second, and J. W. Richards, third. None of the " Montreal" competed. . ■ MOUNTAIN BOYS STEEPLE CHASE. The first Annual Steeple Chase of this Club, took place on Tuesday evening, 24th of February, 1880, from College Gates to l^rendergast's Hotel. There were seven competitors. The prizes were two silver medals, sett of studs and pocket knife. T. Reid, first. , , ,., W. Morpison, second. . , ,. u,., ; J. McLeod, third. ,. ., , ;x A. Cooke, fourth. i "INDEPENDENT" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE. On Monday evening, 23rd of February, i88d, the Annual Steeple Chase of this Club took placej 450 the usual course was run and fourteen runners ans- wered the " call" at the " scratch." The weather was fine and clear, tlic track good. The following were the winners : Thos. Todd, first, time 20 m. 6^ sec. B. B. Common, second, " 21 m. B. Levin, Jr. third, ** 22 m. 18 sec. John T. McNamce as last man in, received a leather medal. "LE CAXADIEN" STEEPLE CHASE. Tha second Steaple Chase this season, of the " L? Canadien" Club took place on Wednesday evening, 24th of February, r88o, over the usual course to Prendergast's. The following gentlemen were the lucky winners.' Frank Deroche, first. Alf. second. ;• J. Deslaurier, third. ^ J. B. Ostell. fourth. ' «* MONTREAL'* CliUB, SUPPLEMENTARY RACES. These races came off on the Montreal Lacrosse Grounds on Saturday afternoon, 28th of February, i83o. The day was mild and the track, from the rain of the morning was in a very poor condition. i 45t T'liC interest of these races was centered in that for the "Windsor Hotel Cup" and a generJ regret was expt eased when it became known that C. Lamothe couid not — from ilhiess — compete for the trophy. The races were well contested though the entries were small. 103 Yards dash, green, open, (in heats) — first prize, sUver cup, and prize, silver medal — 3 competitors. William Blacklock, first, Josepli Austin, second, I'atton, third, time I4^i sed. Omis milk, amateur CHAMi'ioNSHir, 1st prize, *' Wind- so ■ •Totel Cup" — second prize, gold medal. Messrs. A. W. McTaggart and Geo. R- Starke, represent- ed the "Montreal" George Roy, the "St. George" and J. Boyle and McKenna, the "Emerald." Starke led from the start and won quite easily in 6.28^ 3. A. W. McTaggart second, in 6m, 44s. the rest of the field beaten off. Half milk, gkekn, oi'en — first prize, gold medal, presented by a lady friend — was won by T. Davidson of the «'St. George" Club, time 3.834^, McNab, (m) second, Shaw, third, C. Patton dropped out at quarter* Quarter mile dash, open, — first prize, gold medal* second prize, silver medal. Only two competitors appeared at the post — Geo. F. Corcoran, (m) first, time 1. 24, Thosi L, Paton, (m) second, time 1.40. Quarter mile, boys. This was a race for the benefit of two Indian youngsters who created great amusement by their continual brushes. As names are of little moment on this ocasion our rea lers will pardon the omission. -■ ■ HI 452 123 Yakds IIurdi.f, rack, open, (in heats)— first prizo, silver cup, second prize, silver medal, — brought Joseph Austin an 1 John Kay to the post, won easily by Austin. Half mile, open, — first prize, gold medal, second prize, silver medal. This was the race of the day and brought Geo. R. Starke, R. Summerhayes, Norman Fletcher and A. W. McTaggirt, all members of ihe " Montreal," to the post. Starke and Summerhayes had a stiff brush for the lead, wlien the pluck of the former carried him to the Iront, which place he maintained to the finish, — time 3.03, Summeihoyes, second, in 3 04. Metcher third. al. the dul* ircd hos* it of Iheir thU "EMERALD CLUB" OPEN STEEPLE CHASE. On Monday evening, tlie ist of March, 1880, the open steeple chase of this club took place over the usual track to Lnmpkins Hotel, eleven contestants, representing the " Emerald" *' Independent" and " Le Canadien" Clubs, faced the starter. The wea- ther was cold and track very slippery. Josepli Boyle, (e) first, — time 18.03 3^. Jas. McKenna, (k) second, " 18.30. J. Newman, (e) third, *' 18.32. E, Deslaurier, (c) fourth, " 19.00. J. Lavergne, (c) fifth, " 19 40. --Gorman^ (i) sixth, " 19.42. >• ..% 4SJ After presentation of prizes, a supper took place at which a number of the members of city clubs were present. "I.VDEPEMJE.Vr" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE. The fir.5t Annjil green Steeple Chase of this young club, took place on Saturday afternoon, 6th of March, i83d, over tha usual track, to Prender- gist's. Eight competitors f:iced the starter, and the winners were C. H. Dow J, first, — time, 22 m. 19 sec. J. Fraser, second, " 22 m. 29 sec. A. Sleeth, third, " 23 ni 15 sec. W. Girdwoo 1, fourth, '* 23 m. 42 sec. N. Leduc, fifth, " 25 m. 23 sec. J. Isaacson, \V. B. Bullion, and W. E. Smith a«; last man in, received a leather medal. The annual dinner took place at the close, and wi? the occasion of a very happy time. The prizes were as follows : gold medal, pre- sented by Lt. Col. Frank Bond, second priztf, silver watch, third pri/e, gold pin. MONTREAL SOCIAL CLUB STEEFLI^. CIlASfi. On Thursday evening, nth of March, 1880, Nteisrs. C. A. Mcdregor and Adam Allan, each 454 e- er accompariieJ by a lady, started from McGill Col- lege G te for a race to Lumpkins. Mr. McGregor and liis fair partner were the winners of first place. Ths cliib presented each of the ladies with a pair of gold ear-rings, and a pair of snow shoes. MOUNTALV BOYS— ANNUAL RACES. 'Vh^ rac33 of this club came off at Oiitrcmont, on Tuesday the 23rd of March, 1880. (Quarter mii.k, — If. IIigo;irihotham, first. J. McLeuil, second. Half milk, boys uuler 15 years, — George Kea3ional, — McEwan, first, time, 7.35. loo Yards, heats, prize, medal, — Edw. Armstrong, first. Two MILES, club, pri/e, club cup,— C- \V. Radiger, first, he ran alone after first half mile. Boys race, half mile, — won by young Howartl, son of Hon. Thos. Howard, an old member of the "Montreal," the poor biy died a week or so later of Kheumatisni, lull 455 T R A M r I N G . /y'y n Tratnp. (Air— JiNdLE Bkli-s.) Daihing o'er the snow Jumping fence and drift O'er the fields we go Upon our snow shoes swift Bleue tuque on our liead Snow shoes strapped on tight Oh what fun it is to tramp out on a moonlight night. Chorus. — Tramping boys, Tramping boys O'er many a mile we go, Oh what fun it is to tramp Across the trackless snow. The Moon is shining bright The wind is blowing strong And as we tramp to-night We'll sing this Snow shoe song. J;ist step into the trail The President takes the lead He tramps along at a good old rate For 2.40 is his speed. Cito.— Tramping boys, Tramping l)oys, &c. Cho. Mishaps at times we meet As o'er the snow we dash Sometimes a strap we break Or perhaps a shoe we smash, Sometimes we get a spill And away we sprawling lie While up there goes a merry shout F'-om the fellows tramping bye. -Tramping boys, Tramping boys, &c. w:.: (l 456 THE SNOW SIIOEK. Upon his feet, the vSnow Shoer hath hound His shoe so fleet, and the merry sound Of his shout, and hi.s cheer Ringing out, loud and clear Tuneful cleaves the frosty air, AikI with Snow Shoe gently dipjiing O'er tlie snowy billows skipping On for iPany a mile goes tripping O'er tl»e white crests soft and fair. How swift he glides, how the wind doth blow How fast he strides, o'er the beautiful snow And away, without heed Without stay, like a steed IJounds along o'er hill and dale And with snow shoe gently clashing Thro' the brittle crystals crashing O'er the pure white snow drifts dashing Up the mountain, down the vale. When the Frost King rides, on (h*^ Northern blast And the snow flakes glide, swiftly and fast With a leap, and a curl And a sweep, and a twirl O'er blanket coat and Tuque of Blcue Then with snow shoe, .swiftly striding Swinging, swaying, slipping, sliding O'er the sparkling snow flakes gliding SNOW SHOE SONC;. Jiy W. II. W, Now we dash, away tlirough the crystal spray And bound o'er the snow drifts lightly Which in the gleam of the bright moonbe.nn Spavkle like liamon Is biighily. 457 Chorus. — Now chant a Rhyme, while the words keep time To the tramp of our swift Snow shoe And we'll sing a song, as we march along In praise of our old Tuque lileue. <5 The moon is bright and our hearts are liglkt And a clear cold sky is o'er us And we leave la; behind the trackless wind For the way is clear before us, Clio. —Now chant a Rhyme, &e. Oil the merry rhymes of these joyous times Are sung by the wild wind o'er us Til rough the Pines so staid, comes a gay serenade For the north wind blows the chorus. Cho. — Now chant a Rhyme, &c. Then sing to-night, for our hearts are liglit And we feel not a pang of sorrow For happy is he, whose thoughts are free From care of or aught to-morrow. Clio. — Now chant a Rhyme, &c. As we pass thro' life, mid the world's haish strife Let every season find us On the road to fame, with a steadfast aim To leave a noble name behind us. Cho. — Now chant a Rhyme, &c. And when at last, these days are past And old age comes on apace We will ponder o'er, the days of yore When on Snow shoes we could race. Cno. — Now chant a Rhyme, &c. 45» OUR OLD CLUB "MONTKEAL." W. H. W. Hnppy and joyous Beaming each eye Cares all forgotten Banished each sigh. Blend each lusty voice in song The chorus quickly pass along Ring it out boys loud and strong For our old Club Montreal. Chorus. — Let the swelling chorus ring 'J"o the winds all care we fling While a song in praise we'll sing Of our old Chilj "Montreal." X Memories pleas.int Of many a day Will linger with us When old and gray. • Old .scenes will flit before our eyes Old memories before our minds arise Of merry tramps nealh starrv skies With the old Club "Montreal" Cho. — Let the swelling choru-, »K:c. CLUB SONG, — "ST. GLORGE ' SNOW SHOE CLUB. Wiitlen for its first President, Copt. Geo. Sully, KY DR. W. GEO. HF.KRS, MONTREAL SNOW SHOE CI.UH. Air — Tramping through Georgia. .Strap the .Snow .Slioes on my boys, we'll have another run Never was there on the earth a sport with so much Am For with the frost and falling snow, our pleasures have begun As we are tramping on Snow Shoes. i!l 459 Chorus —Fliiriali ! Iluriah ! it's jolly on the snow, Hurrah ! lluirah ! the stiffest storm may blow IJut we face it with a will, that Snow Shoers only know As we are tramping on Snow Shoes. Wlicn the cold is nipping and the frost is on the pane Then's the time you'll hear the hardy Snow Shoer's refrain Other spurts may lure him, but their templing will be vain As they are tramping on Snow Shoes. Cho. —-Ilurrali ! Hurrah I its jolly on the snow, &c. mi If your over-worked or worried, if you're in the blues Come and tramp it on the snow, upon the swift Snow Shoes Then the troubles of your life will turn tail if you choose As you arc tramping on Snow Shoes. Cho, — Hurrah ! Hurrah ! it's jolly on tlje snow, Sec. In a nation's pluck and prowess there's a mighty charm To protect the honour of our flag and Queen from harm So on the Snow Shoes we will train the sturdy limb and arm As we are tramping on Snow Shoes. Cno,— Hurrah ! Hurrah ! it's jolly on the snow, &c. Ladies when you w>)0 the winter under sun or mom Never marry fop or fe.low who would dare impune Men who wear the Blanket coat, the white and purple lu. D. McTaggart, — first, lime, 23.26. Thos. L. Paton, second, '' 23.49. George L. Sait, third, ** 24.10. Norman Fletcher, — fourth, *' 24.20. John Paterson tlirew a shoe and was out of the race at the Pines. Field broke his shoe in the cemetery, which accident deprived him of a good place at the finish. The first prize, silver cup, donated by Mr. W. B. Craig was presented to the winner l»y I.t.-Col, E. A. Whitehead. The second prize, gold medal, was presented by Col. Ora. P. Patten, and the third, a bijou clock, by Mr. A. W. Stevenson. "EMERALD" CLUB (handicap) STEEPLE CHASE, The Annual Club handicap Mountain Steeple Chase of the Emerald Club, took place on Monday evening, loth January, i88t, from the McGill Col- lege gates to Lumpkin's Hotel* . 4^>7 The track was licavy. There were six roinpeti- tors, who arrived in following order. J. P. Tansey, (4m) time, 22 m. 45 see. T. E. McKenna, (2ni) " 23 m. 15 sec. J. R. Callahan, (4ni) " 23 m. 45 sec. Joseph Boyle, (scratch) " 25 m. J. Martin, (scratch) and T. Jubin, (4m) came in later, but no time was credited them. Times given, include handicap. The i»rizes, a silver cup, set of sleeve links and shirt studs, and a gold pencil were presented dur- ing the evening at the Hotel. TORCHLIGHT PROCES.SION AT QUEBEC. On Tuesday evening, nth January, 1881, the " Levis" Club crossed over to Quebec, and escorted by the Waverly Club of Quebec, bearing torches and escorted by a Band, tramped the principal Streets of the city, and then out to the Club House at Bcauport, where tlicy sat down to discuss an admirable dinner. ** MO!8 January, i88i,over the usual course. 'I'lie night was beautiful and the track in fine c ondilion. The Club turned out in large numbers, some 200 being present, besides a large number ot the mem- bers of other City Clubs. Messrs. A. W. Stevenson and R. I). McGibbon, acted as Judges, and Messrs. Angus Grant and H. W, Hccket, as timekeepers. There were fourteen (14) competitors and the win- ners as follows : Thomas L. Paton, lime- 19 m. i2|i sec. I). D. McTaggart, <( 19 m. 33 'A sec. K. H. Ilanna, M 19 m. $oj4 sec. G. L. Salt, tt 20 m. 9^4 sec. T. F. Field, t* 20 m. 4VA sec. C. J. Patton, (1 21 m. 15^4 sec. Fred. Mclndoe, i( 21 m. 34 sec. W. McNab came in by the Road. At the cemetery "Tommy" Paton and McTag- gart led the field, although up to that point the distance between the four leaders was not great. The prizes were the President's medal,gold scarf pin. Bronze inkstand, silver sleeve links, silver soli- taire, and silver pencil case — and were presented to the winners by Major Hardand MacDougall, A. W. Stevenson, R. D. McGibbon and the President. 4^9 The last man in, Mr. Mclndoe, was presented "as the papers had it" with a cup or mug, of rare and rich design, from a well known factory. Its intrinsic value was not much, but its usefulness could not be over-rated on certam occasions. He was loudly cheered on receiving so useful a prize. The evening was passed in the usual way, songs, dances and speeches following each other in quick succession. : . "INDEPENDENT" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE. The Annual (green) Mountain Steeple Chase of the Independent Club took place on Monday eve- ning, 17th January, 1881. There were seven com- petitors. W. J. Cleghorn, first N. Leduc, second. George A. Baillie, third. CONCERT BY MONTREAL SOCIAL CLl'B. ' Some members of the Montreal Social Snow Shoe Club gave a Concert, about the i4lh January, 1 881, in Point Fortune, on behalf of the funds of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church of that place. The Concert was quite a success and added a consider- able amount to the funds of the church. I 1 J ! i BROKERS' BOYS' STEEPLE CHASE. The Brokers' boys had a Steeple Chase over the Mountain to Prendergasl's, about the i8th January, 1 88 1. There were twelve (12) competitors. Thomas McAnulty, fust, prize, silver watch. W. T. Rodden, second. S. Waldron, third. Mr. Joseph Sorley acted as Referee. er- "ST. GEORGE" CLUB, ANNUAL STEEPLE CHASE, The Annual Mountain Steeple Chase of the " St. George" Club, took place on Tuesday evening 25th January, i88r. At the hour advertized for the start there was a very large turn out of members sporting the purple and white tuque at the McGill College gates. At a quarter past eight the starter, Mr. Fred. Henshaw, got the men in line and shortly afterwards the fourteen competitors were sent off well together* Bowden led off with Wallace, Roy and Kavanagh> well on his heels. The pace was a very hot one, and on McTavish Hill the leader was passed by Wallace, who held the lead until the gully was reached. At this point, Lamothe, who had been running with great judgment, came to the front and 4U lead ibe rest of the way. In the rcnielcry, Wallace, - who had been running a good second, was passed by Kavanagh, who, in his turn, gave place to Roy. The arrivals at the winning i)Ost were in the follow- ing order : — 22.44. 23-55- ist, C. Lamolhe, 2nd, Geo. Roy, 3rd, A. Kavanagh, 24.00. 4th, J. Wallace, 24 45. 5th, J. C. Bowden, 26.20. 6th, Grant Ferrier, 27.10. The time was good considering that the track was drifted over to the depth of a couple of feet in some places, this, combined with the darkness, made the running very severe. After the race the members and friends of the Club to the number of over 150, adjourned to Prendergast's, where the rest of the evening was passed in regular snow shoers' style, dancing, sing- ing, bouncing, etc. Among those present were, Messrs. A. Grant, of the Montreal Club, Col. E. A. Whitehead, Montreal Lacrosse Club, F. Potter and Van Wycke of New York, and Capt. R. Kane. These gentlemen presented the prizes at a later period of the evening. i ! m Int, id, :ke len '472 "LE CANADIEN" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE, ^he Annual Steeple Chase of this Club took place on Thursday evening, 27 th January, 1881, over the usual track. There were seven (7) com- petitors, who arrived in following order. A. Deslaurier, F. Desroches, Joseph Deslaurier, T. B. Ostell, Thomas Boll, A. Lussier, W. Pillotte. \'i^ "HYGIENIC" CLUB STEEPLE CHASE. The first Annual Steeple Chase of this Club, over the Mountain course took place on Monday eve- ning, the 14th of February, 1881, the winners being as follows: J. Steel, first — silver medal. J. Y. Roy, second, do F. Lantier, third, do J. D. Davison, fourth, silver ring. LEVIS SNOW SHOE CLUB. The Annual Races of the Levis Club of Levis, Que., took place on Saturday, 5th of February 1881, on the ice opposite the town. The day was fine and there was a large assembly present. Mr. Nor- man Fletcher of the " Montreal" Club was present and carried off the 1 00 yards, half mile and one mile races. 473" The following were the events and the winners. Half mile race— open to Garrison and Police, Govern- ment pattern Snow Shoes. There were three entries, JVid prizes wore won by the following : Calcroft ($41, Dufresne ($3), Walmsley ($2). Three Qitarter Mile Race— Club — ist prize, gold medal, presented by F. B. Howard, Esq., Hon. Vice- President of the Club. There were three contestants. Messrs. Monk, Wurtele and Cass, who finished in the order named. 100 Yards Race, heats,— open— prize, silver medal — presented by H. A. Bliss, Esq. There were four competitors. Hawkins, won the first heat, N. Fletcher, of Montreal, fall- ing. Fletcher won the second heat easily. In the third heat Fletcher claimed a foul, and the Judges instead of sustain- ing same, ordered another heat to be run, which Fletcher won easily. Half Mile, Boys' race, under 15 years,-- 1st prize, silver watch, presented by L. F. Marquette, Esq. 2nd prize, pair of Snow Shoes, presented by James C. Patterson, Esq. Third prize, scarf pin. There were six competitors, and the winners — G. Martineau. R. Clark and Moreau. F. Coulre, Moreau and Kavanagh, being in the beaten field. Quarter Mile— open, — prize. Silver Claret Pitcher, presented by Hon. J. G. Blanchet. Three competitors appeared, two falling out shortly after, leaving Mr. S. Piton an easy winner, — time i m. 22 sec. One Mile Race, Club cup, — Messrs. Monk and Cum- mings, were the competitors, the latter led for about three quarters of a mile, when Monk cut him down and won easily, time, 7 m. 20 sec 474 sily, Quarter Mile, Boys' race, under 12 years, — ist prize, pair of Snow Shoes, presented by Messrs. G. R. Kcnfrew & Co. 2nd prize, silver sleeve links. 3rd, a gold pencil. There were six competitors, and the prizes were captured by Clarke, Cass and Guennette. Half Miie, open, — 1st prize, silver cigar stand, presented by Hon. E. T. I'aquet, second prize, silver medal, presented by the Sec-Treasurer, Mr. McKenna. There were three tntrics, Messrs; Fletcher, of Montreal, Messervey of Quebec, and Cass of Levis. Cass fell out after first lap, leaving Messervey to the tender mercy of Fletcher, who took no compassion on him, running in an easy winner in 2 m. 55 s. Hai-F Mile, green. Club race, in uniform — 1st prize, silver ice pitcher and tray, presented by T. D. Shipman, Esq. The entries were Messrs. Bliss, Marchessault, Tinker, Radford and Drowin. Tinker won first prize. Bliss second — thne 3 m. 33 sec. " One Mile, ofen Race— first prize, gold medal, pre« sented by the President, L, C. Hamel, Esq., and the second, a silver medal, presented 'y A. Russell, Esq. The competitors were Messrs. Fletcher of Montreal, Wurtele and White. Fletcher won easily, Wurtele second, — time 6 m. 42 sec. Special Boys race, boys under 10 years of age— five prizes valued at $10, presented by A, Gregory, Esq. There were five competitors — and winners turned up in Corger, Callaghan and Maloney. Consolation Race brought four runners to the post, and prizes were won by Cass, White and Derwan. Hon, Mr. Paquet presented the prizes after the races to the successful competitors. Timekeeper, F, B, Howard, Esq, • .,- f — . ' 475 SENIOR SCHOOL CLUB STEEPLE CHASE. The Senior School Club (Haight's) held its Mountain Steeple Chase about the 7th February, i88r. There were fifteen competitors. The com- petition was keen and prizes won by the following : A. McNaughton, prize presented by Mr. C. Ashford, N. Connor, prize presented by Dawson Bros. A. McNally, prize presented by Mr. F. S. Haight. Geo. Inglis, prize presented by Mr. R. S. Weir. F. Nivin, prize presented by Wm. Drysdale & Co. A special prize was presented to Master Hendrie, who brought up the rear in a gallant manner. THE MONTREAL SOCIAL SNOW SHOE CLUB CONCERT AT WILLIAMSTOWN, Ont. This Club gave a Concert in the Lecture Hall of the St. Andrews' Church, Williamstown, Ort , about 1 6th February, 1881, in aid of the Building Fund of the new Lodge Room of Lancaster Lodge, No. 207, A. F. and A. M. which proved a decided success. Mr. Charles Lavalee's solo on the('ornet, Mr. Charles Reichling's violin solo and the singing of Mr. James Wilson, were the features of the evening. A vote of thanks was tendered to the Club at the close of the entertainment. ^ i 476 the "* ir. HARDWARE FIRMS EMPLOYEES' STEEPLE CHASE. i ■ The Steeple Chase over the Mountain Course by the employees of the Wholesale Hardware Firms of this City, look place Friday evening, i8th February, 1 88 1, and resulted as follows : W. Elliott, (Crathern & Caverhill) first J. McLeod, (Benny, McPherson & Co.) second, ' Robert Starke, do do third. - The first and second medals were of gold, and the third of silver. . ^ Mr. Chas. McQuire who came in last, was pre- sented with a leather medal in the shape of a padlock, the staple of which bore the motto " A^il dtsperandum.^'' '■ After the competitors arrived,the whole fraternity, numbering in all about (60) sixty, sat down to supper. * ', ♦' iir-' ': !» , MOUNTAIN STEEPLE CHASES OF ALBERT , Sffi "» • CLUB. ^ Tne Annual Steeple Chase of this Club, which was formed of Messrs. T. May & Co's. employees, took place over the Mountain to Lumkin's, on Friday evening, i8th February, 1881. ^.The winners of prizes being Messrs. J. Boyle, A 5 477 W. Patrick, C. Bardorff, E. Mathiers, G. Maynard, J. Clark and Geo. Woodhouse. There were sixteen (i6) competitors, and the prizes were gold and silver medals, Dressing case, Cruet stand, Silver mounted pipe, Silver mug, running shoes, and the last man in, Mr. J. K. Shea, was presented with a leather medal. BOY'S RACE ..I., a ' On 13th February, i88r, the boys of the above Club had a steeple chase over same track when , Joseph Lawrcncelle won the first prize, and Thomas Bielby the second I > X FIRST ANNUAL RACES OF THE ST. CLUB. GEORGE The first Annual Meeting took place on the Montreal Lacrosse Ground, on Saturday afternoon February 19th, 1881. The weather was glorious, the attendance one of the largest ever seen on the grounds, the events well contested, and the success of the Club's representatives most gratifying. Thfc programme was well arranged and admirably car- ried out, though some amongst the spectators would have liked to have seen a hundred yards or ■ 'p I e Is \t Is ir 478 ■ 'a hurdle rice included in it. The first race was started at time announced, no delay occurred bet- ween the subsequent ones — a fact for which the offi- cials were due the thanks of all present. The great- est interest centred in the open race for the Hogan cup, in which the St. George champion Larnothe, met the hitherto invincible Starke of the Montreal Club, and after a good contest in which, however, Jie seemed to have his opponent well in hand all through, won by 19 seconds, coming in at the end with lots left in him. Lamothe also carried off the two mile club cup, beating Maclaine who was a good second. The quarter mile green was especially ex- citing at the close, when a splendid struggle between Bolton and Patcrson, was won by the latter, wh« icamc in only a foot ahead. The one mile green, open, brought to the scratch a regular string, aR but one, members of the Montreal Club, St. George being without a representative. It was finally left to three or four, and of these McTaggart, running with great judgment, came in first with Patton close behind him. Great amusement was caused by the special race for Indian boys, the youngster who won, the smallest of the crowd, ran capitally and was deservedly cheered. The meeting was in every way a success. I. mmmtm 47^ Among those present on the Judges' stand was Mr. S. S. Cummins, formerly a leading member of the Club, and now President of an organization bearing a similar name in Winnipeg. The officials were as follows : — Hon-Stewards — Sir Hugh Allan, Judge Monk, Messrs. F. VV. Henshaw, H. Hogan and W. B. Simpson. • < . ..^ ; .a ;..:;- . ' Judges — Messrs. S. S. Cummins, R. M. Esdailc and Col. Stevenson. - -^C, '-^'^ r Starter— Mr. D. S. Mclntyre. ' ,' ' " '' '"^''^ .Time-keeper — Mr. S. Howard. The general management was in the hands of Mr. F. C, Henshaw. the President, and the officers ©f the club. The following is a list of the various events and the winners : — ^ . ^,. , i_-Ai ''*',-i Two MILE Indian,— prizes, $8, $5, $3 and $1. First, J. Lef«bvre, 12 m. 50 sec. second, 13. Daillebout, 13 m. third, Kcroniare, 13 m. 20 sec. ^ Two MILE, open, — First, ** Hogan" cup, to be won twice before becoming property of winner. C. Lamothe, " St. George" time, 13 m. 35 sec. second, Geo. R. Starke, ** Montreal" gold medal, 13 m. 54 sec. 3 competitors. Quarter mile, boys under 15. First, silver medal. — A. McNaughton, i m. 24^^ sec. second, gold studs, T. McAnulty,. i m. 25 sec 7 competitors. 480 net J St. ke, T. One mile, club,— isl prize, <,'ol(l medal. Geo. Uoy, hut ; A. Kavanagli, secoml. An easy victory for Koy. » » Half mile, open, — First, gold medai. Geo. Coicutan (Mor.(ieal) lime, 2 in. 55!^ sscc. second, silver incrlal. j Laing, time, 2 m. 58 sec. Quarter mile, green, open, —First, gold medal, J. Paterson, (Montreal) time, i ni. 17 sec. second, silver medal. J. Bolton, (Si, George) time, i m. 17 1-5 sec. Two MILE, cliih, —First, Club cup. C, Lamolhe, 13 m. 34 sec. second, medal. George Maclaine, 13 m. 38 sec. One MILE, green, open, — First, silver cup. D. D. Mc- Taggart, (Montreal) time, 6 m. 26>^ sec. second, Chus. J. Patton, (Montreal) time, 6 m. 29 V^ sec. Half milk, green, club, — First, gold medal. J. Bollon, 3 m. 4 sec. second, silver medal. K. Matthews, 3 m, 6 sec. h \- MOMTRi:4f. CI.rB'S ASSTAt BACEM. The Annual Race meeting of the Montreal Snow Shoe Club, took place en Saturday afternoon, February 26th, i88r, under particularly favorable circumstances, the weatlier being very fine and the track in splendid condition. The attendance was the largest, probably, this event ever drew together. The races were to have been held on Saturday, the 12th of February, but owing to bad weather, were postponed ; and this fact, with certain results at the intervening Race meeting, that of the " St. George" 4Si Club, seemed to have increased the general interest Good time was made, that for the club cup, two miles, being the fastest on record for that trophy, jnstly earning a hearty round of applause for the winner McTaggart. The " mile" was expected to produce a splendid contest between Lamothe of the " St. George" and Starke of the ** Montreal, " but the latter did not start and Lamothe had matters pretty much his own way. , ,., „. ... ,..„ ^^ . The races were well contested. The events w«re started punctually and all the arrangements were admirably carried out, the officials being as follows : 'Hon. Stewards — His Worship the Mayor, Dr. Hingston, Messrs. Thos, White, M.P., F. C. Hen- shaw, H. A. Nelson, M. P.P., and Major Hartland MacDougall.-* ^* **** ^ »*^* '^' J>«iM«M Judges — Messrs. C. P. Davidson, Q. C., W. L. M^ltby and Lt.-Col. E. A. Whitehead. Time-keepers — Messrs. Angus Grant and Hugh W. Becket. • Starter— Mr. D. E. Bowie. ^ ^ " ^^ '^' ' •* The following were the results of the various events;— Two MiT-ES, IndfaA. —First, Johto'LefebVre;Vl wi. 46>is. second, Baptiste Daillebout, ii m. 56 sec. (who ran lat uiil« in 5.36.) Ockhart, third. M. Daillebout, fourth. . . >,. . One Mile, open. — First, Chas. Lamothe, "St. George' time, 5 m, $()}4 sec. second, T. L. Palon, lime, 6 m. oi^s. Lamothe led all the way. ^ . , " . One Hundred Yards Dash, open— First heat.— First, W. R. Thompson, (m) time, 12^ sec. second, J. Bolton, (St George). Second heat—First, Bolton, second, W. Aird, Final heat-^First, Bolton, 12)^ sec. second, Thompson. •Two Miles, club cup.— First, D. D. McTaggart, 12 m. 19^ sec. second, C. J. Patton, 13 m. The winner's, first mile was done in 6. 04. Qi;arter Mile, boys under 15 years.— Dead heat be- tween W. J. Greer and H. Patton, time, i m. 26>^ sec. On the tie being run off Greer won as he liked. - - " * Quarter mile, open.— First, G. F. Corcoran, (m) time,' X rriin. 10 sec. second, T. Davidson made a plucky spurt coming up the hill, and on the home stretch the race was exciting, but Corcoran kept the lead and won by three yards. . Half Mile, club, (green), in uniform. — First, J. Paterson, (m) time, 2 m. 51 sec. second, C. J. Patton, (m) 2 m. 56 s. Half Mile, open.— First, N. Fletcher, (m) time, 2 min, 49 sec. George Roy, (St. G.) stopped after running 300 yds. 120 Yards Hurdles, in heats.— First, T. L. Paton, (m) second, G. S. Hubbell, (m). ..'loqs THE ANNUAL DINNER. The annual dinner was held in the evening, a; the St. Lawrence Hall. Some hundred and ten naembers and guests being present. The l)ill of fare I;:! 48j was in the Hall's well-known style, the tables were prettily ornamented and the attendance was particularly good. Mr. Angus Grant, President, occupied the chair, supported by Mr. N. H. Hughes, the Hon. President, Mr. Thomas White, M.P., Dr. Hingston, Lieut. -Col, Whitehead, Mr. W. L. Maltby and others. The ist Vice chair was occupied by Mr. A. W. Stevenson. beside whom sat Mr. J. G, Monk, ist Vice-Pre- sident of the St. George Club, and Col. O. P. Patten ; and the second by Mr. R. D. McGibbon, with whom were Mr. D. Stevenson, Vice-President of the Independent, Major Hartland Macdougall and Mr. William Angus. The recherche banquet having been done full justice to, the Chairman proposed the toast of " Her Majesty," which was received with the usual loyal enthusiasm, and followed by a true Canadian snowshoers '* God save the Queen." That of "the Governor-General and Dominion of Canada" was then given by the ist Vice-chairman, who alluded to the interest both the late and present Governor-Generals have evinced in winter sports, and expressed the hope that next year they might have His Excellency present with them. Mr. Maltby having sung in capital style *' To the West," " the Army, Navy and Volunteers" was 4^4 proposed in fitting terms by the Hon-President, and was followed by tlie song *' Red, White and Blue." Lt.-Col. Whitehead in responding for the Volun- teers, delivered a caustic speech in which he referred in sarcastic terms to the treatment the force received at the hands of the city, especially with regard to the Drill Shed. He strongly denounced the beha- viour of the authorities and condemned the propo- sal to break up the Champ de Mars. Major Macdougall also replied briefly. " Our Winter Sports" proposed by the Chairman, was drunk with Highland honors, and Messrs. Maltby and Whyte sang the snow shoe song "Tramp, Tramp, on snow shoes tramping." Mr. R. D. McGibbon in responding said ' Mr. Chairman and Gentlemen,— The toast of "Our Winter Sports" has been received with an enthusiasm which does not appear unnatural when we consider that those who have drunk it so heartily, are all more or less aware of the delights and pleasures of the amusements in which we are wont to indulge during our winter season. It is rather a difficult task, you will allow, for a speaker to be called upon to dilate upon a subject with which his audience is perfectly familiar, or to point out beauties and pleasures which his hearers have themselves discerned, and whose existence no one is inclined to dispute* Those who are unacquainted with 4^5 I lie real nature of a Canailian winter, might be inclined to iijfiagine tliat a peiiod of some five or six months of perpetual ice and snow, when river» are frozen and the thermometer almost invariably below freezing point, would be the dullest of the year, and a season of dreary and monotorous gloom for the inhabitants of the country afllicted with such uninvit- ing inclemency. Nor would such an assumption be unrea* sonable ; for in most of the countries of the globe, winter has always been regarded as the least enjoyable of the seasons; and whilst millions and millions of poems— some of them> it is- true, unappreciated — have been written of the ** balmy spring;" whilst thousands of bards have sung of summer and its genial clemency ; and hundre^N have cpmposed odes to the gorgeous autumn, but few have been inspired by the nnuse to tune their lyres or strike their harps to winter and its glories. I purposely omit all mention of a poem entitled " Beautif\d Snow" which I believe was once written, but not having had the pleasure of meeting with it, I am not aware in what light the writer viewed the subject. Read the poetry of almost every nation and you will see that I am right in making this assertion. In fact, winter is held in most places to be synonymous with storm and tempest, hurri- canes, the chills and discomforts generally ; Lucretius asso- ciates winter with nothing better than the toothache ; whicli shows what that gentleman thought of the season. T^ow in Canada we have changed all that, and I am sure you :will agree with me that from the habitant in the ixxxaX paroisse to the wealthy denizens of the city, all Canadians thoroughly «njoy our winter. The 'snow may be deep and the roads I^eavy, but we have sleighs and snow-shoes ; the weather may be cold, but our houses are well built, well heated, and 4^6 vfe know how to clothe ourselves at once waimly and becom- ingly. This, however, would be rather a negative way of demonstrating the pleasures of winter, and would be very similar to my bestowing encomiums on poison by asserting the efficacy of the antidote. Winter, liowever, has its positive qualities, and it is of these I would speak. L'Abbe Kaynal, who wrote many years ago, said of our climate that it had a thousand wild graces, far superior to the artificial beauties of his own country, he affirmed that here the imagination of a painter or a poet would be raised, animated and filled with those ideas which leave a lasting impression on the mind, and he adds that our country exhales an air fit to prolong life, and that our climate lost nothing of its wholesomeness by the severity of a long and intense winter. Moreover, he ascribes the stoicism, endurance and bravery of the aborigines, and, if I am not mistaken, the fecundity of their women to the bracing atmosphere of the frosty Canadian season. If the Abbe was mistaken in the latter particular. Dr. Hingston will, I am sure, correct him. Enough, how- ever, of the season itself. Its glories from a climatic point of view must be admitted. What of its adjuncts, our winter sports ? — and first as to snow-shoeing. A snowshoe is com- posed — but everybody know what it is. In the backwoods, and on rare occasions in the settled districts it is an article of necessity ; with us it is an aid to enjoyment. Could I hope adequately to portray to the minds of those who have never enjoyed a snow-shoe tramp the magnificent exercise and healthy sport, for the practice of which our club has been formed these nine and thirty years. I should begin by endeavoring to describe one of our Wednesday evening tramps across the mountain. We meet at our i£j 487 etui) house in picturesque costume of blanket coal an knickerbockers, red sash, scarlet stock in{;s, moccasins and lutjuc bleue. At the word of command from the President we fall into line, and in Indian fde begin the ascent of the mountain at a stiff and steady pace. We climb up Mactavish Street, and skirt along the park boulevard, pausing a moment to gaze upon the magnificent view which the city spread out at our feet presents, with its myriad lights in all sorts of fantastic and irregular constellations, flickering more or less brightly and contrasting with the sombre or perhaps beauti* fully frosted buildings. The view affords plenty of food for contemplation, but our leader's voice is heard enquiring if all are up, and our physical energies absorb all our attention. Leaving the boulevard we plunge into the forest and are still climbing ; up ! up I up ! 'neath the leafless maples and the naked elms ; not a sound is heard save the regular tramp of the toilers, the peculiar grating of the shoes, or the heavy breathing of some novice or old stager. In a few minutes we are at *' the pines," a magnificent knot of trees, sacred in the eyes of all snowshoers as the grove of a deity to the Romans, and perhaps ■-• ii\\> * "The moon, refulgent lamp of night," '* O'er Heaven's clear a«iire spreads her sacrej light, And not a breath, disturbs the deep serene, And not a cloud overcasts the solemn scene. and the fields stretching in front are ** twinkling with a silver glitterance," as Southey has it. A halt is called, a loose shoe is fastened on, a sash made tight, the men number off, the whipper-in assures the leader that the men are " all up,'' and away across the open we e:o, at a rattling pace of four miles an hour. We come shortly to the little thicket, so It I 1 our 90 488 well known by all snowshoers, and thread our way throufi;h it! labyrinthine intricacies, emerging a field or two off the Roman Catholic cemetery. Throiin'h the silent city of the dead, past the great vaults and the stately monuments, we tramp, bestowing a thought upon the rude forefathers of the hamlet, over whose ashes they stand ; the lights of the little village of Cote de Neiges soon appear, and as we all have our second wind, the President breaks into a sharp trot, and we follow, until within a short distance of Prendergast's.lhat famous asylum for snowshoers, the leader cries " tally ho t" and all are off at full speed, each one anxious to be first in. Soon all are up and in the hotel, warm and perspiring, but feeling "awfully good." We brush the snow from off our persons, hang up our snowshoes and coats, light our })ipes and are ready to enjoy the evening's entertainment. It is not in my province to recount the details of the fun ; enough to say we invariably have a good time, with the merry song, and jovial chorus, led perhaps by our Honorary President, who may be present ; with the dance and its queer and frantic revelry, interspersed with the piqttant anecdote and mild recitation, till supper, a plain and frugal meal, is announced — once for all. Then, more songs and dances until ten o'clock when we join in *' God save the Queen," don our harness and shoes and begin the tramp home. Back across the mountain in fast time, soon we see the city again from the commanding eminence of the mountain's summit, and after a rapid descent we are in the streets of the town, feeling as only snowshoers can feel after a tramp, ready to apprcci* ate the delicious sleep which our exercise has induced, and sare to rise in the morning with fresh vigor and strength- 1 ■wottld4ike to refer ta the tramps across country which th'\ 489 club takes on Saturday afternoons, visiting in succession Sault au Recollet, St, Laurent, Lachine and the other sur- rounding villages, but time will not permit it. I can only commend them to you as worthy a trial. Altogether snow- shoeing is a glorious sport, and the young men of'this city at least — yea, and the old men and maidens too — are by no means unaware of its excellencies. They will reap their reward in the future. To snowshoers the lines of Wordg- worth might be addressed : ':■-■:■ • i. ,. : -r ' .?;- i;f "Thy thoughts and feelings shall njidie, *• Nor leave thee when grey hairs are ligh "A melancholy slave, " But an old «ge serene and bright, " And lovely as a Lapland night, -^ " Sh.ll lead thee to thy grave." ■ s t .^^" **• > ix • . f? ■•••'. I have said that snowshoeing is the chief of our winter sports, but it is by no means the only one. Who can describe the pleasures of tobogganing, whether enjoyed by the rustic school boy on his primitive imitation made of two or three staves of a barrel fastened together, or practised by the wealthy on their cushioned toboggans made of birch, upon a carefully kept hill ! The feeling experienced in descending a ,.:,:.. 1 / ^, I " Happy in lot and worthy to be sung. Is he who, strong 0/ hand and swift o/foet. By ustHg tvell his gifts has won the ptixt."* ''' 5)C sang the Bard when proud Hippocleas, " 'i' * The Heraclide, had won the chariot race , ... .ii*' s ; On the CrisscEan Plain. Ages have passed Since Pindar, on his lyre, to Hellas' sons Did honour. But his words are true to-day For us who dwell in this far northern land ^ As when he walked about the streets of Thebes. Gone are the glories of Olympia; j ' ^' The athletes on the Isthmus meet no mort; . i^-: ■; Cleonz's grove resounds not with the joy Of valiant wrestlers, and Apollo hears No more the prayers of ardent worshippers — ^ ■• Their brows encircled with the laurel crown. T ' * Yet still survives the spirit of the past ; . ,. « And from such azure skies as even Greece .-, t •' • Could not excel, the glowing sun, looks down m. On scenes as gay as those of Altis grove. When from where'er they spoke the Grecian tongue, From isle and mainland, thronged the kindred hosts To celebrate the great Olympic games. ' Whether, in summer, on the level field, * i '* •' Marshalled as friendly foes, we strive to urge v * ; > U ; Homeward the much-sought ball with well-aimed create ; \ i 49* Or when stern winter reigns, o'er snowy waste ■ We tramp with chcortul hearts and joyous song; Or, o'er the glassy surface of the ice Sail, with the will for nidder, free as air ; ' ' No Greeks of Hellas were more proud than w« Of our Canadian land. What Grecian games More fitted to develop the young frame, 'I'o give it suppleness and fire and force. Than our own aboriginal lacrosse, '1 he snowshoes and the skates ? What finer sight Can pl;^cid age or beauty's eye survey Than the swift movements of the cricket field ? What firmer bulwarks can a nation have, Than sons thus trained in eye, in foot, in hand, In quick resource, in temper and in skill? And he who has not felt his blood grow warm As through the frozen woods he makes his way O'er the deep snow which crisps beneath his feet, ffas missed no common joy, and little knows The bliss our northern winter can bestow. Oh I for a poet's pen to put in words The scene of beauty when, some moonlit night As on we march in pairs or Indian file. The trees, arrayed in crystal panoply, . Welcome our tread with myriad fairy belU That make the softest music ! Overhead The moon pee^s through the branches, as a veil Of varying texture — maple, cedar, pine. Now dimmed by filmy cloud, now shining clear, Hut ever moving with us as we move. F-'ometimes, as rapt in thought, we gaze on high, A meteor flashes, or the northern lights. Gorgeous in hue, fantastical in shape, .'*.!'. - Attract the eye, and each one, as he reads. Sees giants, ships or battles in the air. Then, on a sudden, rises on the night * The song of the snowslioers— tramp, tramp, tramp. ■\ ( a6 493 Begun by one more lively than the rest, But in succession taken up by all, ^ Till all the mountain is alive with song, And timid tenants of the wood awake And nestle close for fear. But on we march In gallant order, at our captains lead. Save when some luckless wight, unwatchful trips, And plunges in vain efforts to arise In his full harness. Over fence and stump. Through grove and glade and undistinguished field, We march, our feet and voices keeping time. Until, we see thj light in Prendergasl's— Our welcome goal. (♦Find, PythX. 38.] "Our Sister Clubs" proposed by the ist Vice- Chairman was most heartily received. Mr. J. G. Monk, ist Vice-President of the St. George responded. After expressing regret at the unavoidable absence of Mr. F. C. Henshaw, the President, he referred to the pleasant relations that had always existed between the St. Gecrge and its mother club the Montreal, to which it would always look up with respect and affection. He also con- gratulated the club on the success of the meeting. Mr. D. Stevenson, Vice-President of the Inde- pendent, replied on behalf of that club in similar terms and c aended an invitation to the members of the parent Club to attend their annual steeple chase shortly to take place. The Glee Club having sang "The Young Recruit." 494 " Our Stewards, Judges and Guests" was next given by the second Vice-Chairman. Mr. Thos. White, M.P,, in responding for the Stewards, expressed the pleasure it gave him to be once more present at this annual meeting, and remarked that not only had he come down from Ottawa for tlie purpose on this occasion, but had also done so on the day first named, on the bare possibility that, notwithstanding the weather, the races would be held. After speaking of the value of such sports as snowshoeing, in building up a sturdy manhood in our Dominion, he alluded to the high standard set on Canadians by Americans, mentioning that in a Committee of the House of Commons a few days since a witness had testified to the statement of an American em i juration agent, that '• he would rather have one Canadian than three of any other nationality."' He spoke of the satisfactory positions achieved by Canadians where- ever they may go, and ascribed much of the activity and go ahead character whict marked them, to the tendency of their winter sport?;. Dr. Kingston regretted that he had been unavoid- ably absent from the races. He testified to the merits of snowshoeing as a healthgiving institution, and with regard to what had been said concerning 495 the volunleers, remarked that during his tenure of the mayoralty he had always done everything that lay in his power to forward their interests. Col. Patten, as a citizen of the Republic over the ' borders, was proud of his meml erehip in the Montreal Club. In a brilliant addrce^s he acknow- ledged the value of such winter sports as obtained here,and concluded by expressing his great pleasure at being present. "The Winners" was the next toast on the list, and the prizes were then presented, each recipient receiving a few words of congratulation from the gentlemen making the presentation, and one and all being enthusiastically applauded. The Chair- man expressed regret at the absence of Mr. La- mothe, the winner of the " mile open," and called for three cheers for that gentleman which were given with a will. After a stirring recitation by the second Vice- * President, and a hunting song capitally sung by ' Major Macdougall, the second Vice-Chairman 'ook occasion to allude to the success of " A Winter's Night," as recently presented by the St. George Snowshoe Club, and called for three cheers for the ' author of that sketch, which were heartily given. "The Ladies" was replied to by Mr. D. E. Bowie 49^ in an appropriate manner. "The Press" acknowledg- ed by representatives of the Herald and Gazette^ brought the list of toasts to an end, and shortly after the enjoyable evening was brought to a close by the singing of the National Anthem and " Auld Lang Syne, " the Company se^^arating a few minutes before midnight. VICTORIA SKATING RINK. The snow shoe race on the Ice at the Victoria Rink, took place on the evening of the Annual Games of the Skating Club. The distance was four times round the Rink. - A. E. McNaughton, first. N. J. Fraser, second. Alfred G. Gardner, third. . THE SECOND MOUNTAIN STEEPLE-CHASE OF **LE CANADIEN" CLUB, The second Club Mountain Steeple chase of this Club, open to green runners, took place on Thurs- day evening, 3rd March, 1881. A. Lussier, first. Silver Cup. ' - W. Pilotte, second. Meerschaum Pipe. C. E. Dansereau, third, Briar Pipe* ,' . J, O. Normand, fourth. :v .^..:i .'4 ■■*- ^> . «r», 497 THE ANNUAL (CLUB) STEEPLE CHASE OF THE YOUNG OUTRExMONT CLUB. The Mountain Steeple Chase of this Club took place on Saturday afternoon, the 5th March, 1881. Eight (8) youths, all under 1 5 years of age, started prompt on time arriving at the w inning post as follows . t, Wm. Reid, first. D. Sprigings, second. Chas. Perry, third. Richard Sprigings, fourth. The prizes consisted of a silver cup, presented by Mr. VV. A. Harper, a gold pencil and pen, pre- sented by Mr. C. Riepert, a cut glass inkstand and silver snow shoe pin. •» MONTRKAI«*> CLUB ♦• WINDSOR €17P»» RACER. The Supplementary races of the " Montreal" Club were held on the Lacrosse Grounds, on Sat- urday afternoon March 5th, 1881. There was a large attendance of spectators not- withstanding the wretched weather. The interest of the spectators was centred in the contest for the " Windsor cup." Messrs. Chas. Lamothe and Geo. R. Starke, having each won the " cup" once, it was a trial as to ownership, consequently both were I * 49S determined to put his best foot foremost to remain in possession of the splendid trophy. The following gentlemen officiated as Honorary Stewards, His Honor Mayor Rivard, Messrs. VV. H. Hingston, M. I)., Thomas White, M.P., H. A. Nelson, M.P.P., F. C. Henshaw and Hartland MacDougall. Messrs. C. Peers D.ividson and Wm. L. Maltby, with Lieut. Col. E. A. Whitehead, acted as Judges. Messrs. H. S. MacDougall, An^us Grant and H. W. Becket, acted as timekeepers, while Mr. D. E. Bowi •, filled the otiflce of starter. The track was not in the best of condition / Punctually on time the Bell rang for the Quarter Milk dash, open — ist priz.,*, goll au I silver medal, 2nd pri/.e, gold scarf pin — 5 competitors. Norman Fletcher, (M) first, time, i.\o%. John Bolton, (St. G). second. Half milk, green, open, — 1st prize, gold and silver medal, 2nd prize, shirt studs — 4 competitors. C.J. Patton, (M; first, time, 2.49. Thos. Moffatt, (G. T. B. C ) second. 100 Yards dash, heats, open — ist prize, silver cup,— 7 competitors. W. R. Thompson, (M) first, time, 12 sec. W. D. Aird, (M) second, .>: 120 Yards, hurdle race, open, green — 1st prize, a gold and silver medal, — 5 competitors* Lewis SkaifCf first, Wm. D. Aird, second. 499 One Mile, open, — ist prize, "Windsor Cup" 2n(l priie, gold medal— 7 competitors. Messrs. Geo. R. Starke, D. D. McTaggart, Norman Fletcher and J. Paterson, rcprc- sentcd the •* .\ionlreal," Messrs. Charles Lamothe and Ceo. Maclaine, the "St. George" and Joseph IJoylc, the " Eme- rald." At the start Lamothe led off followed closely by Starke, on the second lap McTaggart brushed for the lead, which he obtained, to hold for :i ' lief space, vihcn Lamothe once more went to the front. From this out he increased the pace finishing first, in six minutes and four seconds (6.04) with McTaggart second, five seconds behind, Starke third. The Races concluded with the 150 yards dash, open only to veteran members weighing 170 lbs. and over. This was the most exciting race of the day — for the 1 nnuevs^ Messrs. C. Peers Davidson, E, A. Wliitelicad, lluiilnnd McDougall and Angus Gr.mt, started. Mr. McDougall finished after 7. u 38 »4-47 >5 3*^ 14 U) M 3 a 14 OS 16 00 15 25 14 55 14 '4 14 't" > 13 3f'H 12 3^^li M '4 14 5^ 14 22 >;•; 44 M- »3 . 14. jG »3- 45 14. *I2 \u « I/) u 3 O U « E > o « <« ee e « a o £ o x: » "5. « CM c c o S Si 3 f>; .f W t- T'-^'=^= " jji.L^ ■f ,"E" ' >t ti • te X ujvS « . * C C = - ' Iff v •J rt .1 •-^^^^oSr," 'r. ^' - z ; -C -O -C ^ t3 t. « '» ^ . 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" . 1- •jd ■r f^ ^ a - N ri 'f\ '•1 '^ -f u- ^ |N» r^ r^oc '» oo -^ « « n **■ C 1^ r-. I-- rv t^ t^ r: fN. r^ t-~ tv h* r-v h^ K- r-- tv t^on V. ■J: v; •r w ft 00 CO 'TO M M oc re tc '!> ST' (T 00 ml v. OC: •r. m '^ M oc rr ro « CO w •• -3 j^ CO e S -• 5 rt . as -a rt v - V - >-» REST I»i:RFOimA]\<'KS OX Ri:4 ORI>. It nHt;ht 1)C well to state, in justice to the gentlemen who competed in Races previous to 1869, that tlieir records compare most favorably with those of a later date, inasmuch as the snow shoes worn by com [)Cti tors in races since that year, were and are much lighter in build. Owing; to the keen competition and club rivalry which then sprung into existence, every exertion was made to have the shoes as light as possible, and from the year 1869 to 1872 the usual "cross country " shoe, hitherto used in Races, as well as in " trami)S," was dis carded in the former lor the light racing shoe. This was made so light as to become merely a skeleton of the original ; for instance, Messrs Boyle and Armstrong, with others of their day, ran in shoes, which weighed with strings between eleven and iwelvc ounces, while previous to 1869, shoes weighing less than two pounds were a curiosity. This advantage, as well as the i)repared race track, in favour of the more modern runners, assisted materially in the lowering of *' old time " records. But as, in rowing, the time test on the snow shoe track is hardly a fair criterion of the merits of the different competitors ; for it is safe to state that seldom or never have the tracks been twice in the same roiidition ; nnd tliis lias been more e^pcciary the case since 1S71, as after tlie relegation to ob- scurity of the " l>al)y shoe, " a thorouglily prci)ared track has not been such a necessity. On December .^oth, 1.S71 a Convention of Snow shoe clubs was held in the (Hlobe (.'hop liouse, St. James Street, Montreal, to decide upon a regu- lation weight for the Racing shoe, when the fol- lowing law was passed. ''That the shoes, including ''strings shall not be less than I'j lbs. in weight, "and shall measure n(~)t less than 10 inches gut in " width." I»0 VAItlKH Hl'^r. i>6i. Monireiil CIuIj, i8A3 do I afnj do >ti6v do 1871 do " 1871 Grand Trunk Cluh I87I do " 1876 Montreal " 1877 do 1 John Murray, — Montreal. E. A. VVhiielicad, do J. C. James, do Franc O. Wood, do f. D. Arinstrong, — Cani«dii. H. (r Young, — Doniinioii. D. E. Bowie, — Moi.trcal Robert Summerhayet — Moutreitl. J. M. Vail Khan, — Caledonia. ♦ J. I). Aiinstio .- , ii'-i sec— best on recoid. 100 AKD 120 lARDN Ill'RDI.K RVIVM. h i36i Aurora Club, 1869 Dominion " i8^9 Uttawa 1869 do 1871 Grand Trma Club, 1871 Montreal '* SHC. j 18 j H. E. Murray, (120)— Montreal 14'^ ( liarlcs Rose, (100)— Dominion 14^^ ! li. W. Reckel (100)— Alexand/H. J. D. Armstrong, " Dominion, do " Canada H. W. Uccket, " Montreal. "J. D. Armstrong, (Icoyds.) 13^^ «cc.— birst on record. FoiR ]irxnRi:i> a>i> ioriy yard.s. / ffii/t. /J sec. and biiti'r. VBAh AT KACES OF TIME. NA.VIF C>^ HUNNKR ANC Cl.LH. 1869 Dominion CI ub. M.S. x.xo% ('hailes Rose— Dorr.inion. I&69 High School t ( 1. 14 J. J). ArniMrong, do 1869 Dominion 1 1 '•'3J< J. 1. 15 Robeit Sununerha>e8,— Monti cal. X879 1881 Monirtal 1 • • «'K 1 do do do 1 1 l.IO , (»eo. F. Corcoran, do 1881 do 11 i.ia 1 '1 hos. Davidson,(2nd; — St, George. * J. D. Arnntrong, 1.05 — best on record. 5M HALF .niLE RI'.V. ? viiti. and htlf. DATE. AT RACH« OF TIMK M.S. NAMK OP KUNNRR AND rLUB. i8;6 Montreal ('liih, (t)a.36 John Muir:«y, — Montre.d Win. L. Maltby, d<) 1868 Kan ai{aintt lime, 2 47 1869 Dominion LIliI>, 7 'iO J. I> Arrnstrniitf —Dominion h Si hool »• do 2.5^ Charl*.** Rose, — Dominion ii Dominion (.'liib, a4aj^ do do 1870 G. 1 K « liili. a. 51 D. G. Mac. a.56Ji W K. Koy, — Al-.\.4ndra. • t Dominion Club, a 48>^ K. W. Mud^e, -Montreal. • > Alexandra Club, a Sa Leslie Skellon, do 1871 Montreal Club, a.43^i k. H Uraiid. d.* 187a Maple Leaf Club, a S8 1'. v.. flQ 1879 Montreal Club, 2.58J4 T. L. Pat-m, do f< Emerald Club, a- 59 Clias. Lainoihe.— St (Jeorge II Montreal Club, ao7 Robert Sumincrl)n)ek, — Montreal 1881 I-evis (Quej. Club, 2 55 Norman Hctt.her, do tff St. (jeorgc Club, a.55J^ (jeo K Coirornn, do M do a.58 Joseph Lant% (aiid.^ l» Montreal do 2.51 John i'aterson, do «< d) du a 56 C.J. Paiton, do " dn do a- 49 Norman Heirber. do * 1'. L. Hodgkon, 2.40, best on record. ?J. Murray, ONK MII.K KU.V. 6 minutes anJ bftUr. record qiieHtioiiable DATE. i81'9 1S70 .871 1872 Al RACKS OK Dominion Club, do do do do Gi'Mld 'rniiik ( lull Montreal Club, Maple Leaf (,'lub, jMontrcal Club, T1.\IK. NaMK oK RlN'NbR AND CI.UB. AI.s. 5.43 I W'm. L. Malthy.— Montreal. 5 s' ' Will. Harper, (vnd^ — Dominion. "1 S^Vi ' .fohn Kobinsiiu, do S. SS I Janus Miiii'liiii di> ').oo D. (». .Ml I )')iiuell,i Morrl^burRh^. ,.56!^ j E W. Mudnc,— .Montreal. 'S'Jy'i I Jolin F. Scliolcs, -Toronto. 5.50 I "' K Hoy, — Alexandra. Si^'li I Chas l.aiiiolhc, Si. (jeorj^e. I J. F. S;holis, 5.30^4 —bent on record. 5'5 TU'O iiii.i: KI'IV, / ,' ifiiiiii/c'x auii better. i8«>8 tt 1H7.) «t t< •I • t 1871 tt 1K77 1H81 • t 1 86 s 1870 1871 1872 i87r. i88r DATK, 18(14 18^14 i8f,8 • < 1871 Maltlicws' ('ii|i, An;iin->l liiiii-. I )(iiiiitiiiiii ( lull, <1m IHkIi Sri I •• (l;ir|i Win I'. Kis'i'x.k, — Mi.iitnal. It-oh'/j I lolin I''. Sclinlrs, — I'drniilo ty.45 I Wni. K. H(iv,.Mfx.>iiilrn. ia"55*,.' ( ifcirj;i- U. .Siaiktr, — Moiilrcal ra.iy'HJ l>. 1>. Ml 'r.inK;»ii. 'I" I ("ci I < 'lias. |. i'allun, (•Mid) i\n lirsi (III rrcord* * l,'has. \'.i>s 1'-, I i.ss, 1M»IA\ l . Aiii'ira Cliili, Aii-, ■•I'anlct" ;?•'« ■J 1 . ?o :'8.52 2 V li> at). 4 6 '■'7- i.<.'j 10.47 V4.04 WISNKK .ANI- riXH. Win. St II S I-; I W. I,. Do .icai. ,.<•! do .ira. .oy, Auroiii. MoiKical. Ki.Totiiarc, Indian. Do do Do do tSi't I 4 niles. I Aurora I'luli. I .^ls I t'liaiKs l?rnsler, Aurora. ii:6a I > •' I .Muiiual " ! 15 I 1". W. 'I'aylor, Montrea!. I Members ul' the Montreal Snow Shoe Club. NKANIkK K>'»I\«J IXHI..). irovoRARV ]M'\'. MKMnKRS. H. K. H the Diikc n foniiannht, 11. !•;. the Karl of l» iir ■rin, H. I'l. tin; .Marquis < f I .. Hr.k.l II. W. r.l.ii. kln.k, Wni. Haavisiin, \V. (J. Davison, I. H. l>ean, R.'A * Dean, Merry Darling, James Darling, Hcrbett Donlop, W. \V. DcSola, (i. DeSola, Jos. l.>illon,J. G. P.. Downs, H. Dowker, L. K. Del mage, C. A. Donnelly, 'I'hos. DeLorme.G. I >awson, C. K. Donoghue, 'I'lui*. Donald, Jas. A. * Ermatinger, Edward Kbbiit Isaac Fa wards, Geo .O. lager, W. L. Elmenhorst, W. R. Evans, H. S. Evans, John F.vans, A. E. Eaves, A. Eraser, A. A. Fraser, 1 hos. Eraser, Capt, Geo Fallon, C. Fletcher, Norman Freeman, M. 1 att, F. C. . Fenwick, J_ Dc H Fauteux, G. !■ . * Grant, Angus * Green, Jas. "!'. R- Goodeve, Chas. (Jornian. M .VV. (Iwilt, A. H. Gwilt. thas. Gardner, A. G. Gardner, J. E. Gardner, Geo. W. G irdner, W I. Gibb, Geo. E. Grant, ?. A. Glasstord, A. \V. Garth, J H. (;len, r)a\id GDn. W. Gillespie, P- Gault.C. E. Gilmour, Ja'i. Greenshields, E. li. * Hughes, N. H. • * Hutton, Ft. Col. \Vm. F. Hastie, John A. 1^ Hilton, fohii F. Howe Dr. H. A Henshaw, F. C Henshaw, M. Henderson, J. N- Henderson, M. U. And. Hod>;son, J hos. K. Hofl>»son, John C. f lodnson, C". J. Hodgson, )on:itiiaii Hanar, i. has. NV. Hagar. W. F. Hunsicker, J. K. Harder, W. Hunter, Stewajt H inner, H S. Hmiter. W S. Haid.iuh, F. W. Hubbell, Cieo. S. Huhhtil. \V;n Harper W. H olden, F. C. Harper. J as. R Tloliday, John M. Harries, (». Hanna, E. H. Hopper, H. 1". Hendrie, J. C- Hampson R. Hannan, W. U. Henry W. Hyman, Henry Hu ks. W. H. Hutch ins. I. K. Hol.l'.'n, A. Hattiso'i, T I. Haniiilun, Wni. * Irvine, J C. * lv<.s. H. K. I sett, T. M. Irwin, A. R. lies, Geo. Johnson, C. W. )anes, \V. D- H jack.son, S. W. Jackson, W. J. loyce, Horace Jone>, Waller Kin^'liern, .'Mex, t Kissuck, \V, Keatinff, W. Kay, W. Kay, John Kane, Capt. R. Kerry, \V. S. Kin'och, W. G. * Lovcll, v.. Lyman, 11. I.,. Lyman, Chas. Lyman, Arthur Luke, A E. Larmonth, Fred. Levin, Chas. ]>amb, R, Longley, J. F. Longley, hoicr, G.R. Meeker, J. R. ?i¥fW»*W^^w* 519 Menkins C. \V MorclKmsi;, H. 1 >. Miiirlicad, J. A. * Murray, Inlm * Murray, U. K. 1 * RJurray, W. (1. Miliov, K- Mahoii, J. F. Morgan, 1', A. D. Ma.'itcruian, VI . S. ♦c-Mudge, Is,. W. IMichau.l, r. H. Morn.r, W [. * McKarlaup, Jas Mc(;illivray, )as. Mr, I 'hers, in, A. F. McFee. B C.L., K. N. M.l'hec, I'ctn- M.;Fhcc, J. R. Mc\'au.ii;liton, D. M(:(;il.lnin, W H. Mc.(;ilil)on, Alex. Mct;il)l)(. Patten, O. I'. Pinkerlon, R. Phillips, 'I'hos. Peel, 1". W. • Perkins, Arthur Paton, Ilunlv ^ rPatoii. '1'. L. Paton, W, Paton, Jas. Paton, Hugh ., 520 Pjck, Thos. Patterson, W. , * Plow, ». Pown;.ll, R. Plow, ( ;. J . * I'enriy, Hon. F,. (l. * I'itts, Cleoigc, * Piitsjulm Ross, R H. Kiley, K. W. * k..phacl, H. Roixrtsoii Jr., (',. R. * Robcn.sDii A lev. Kobcn.s()ii, W. (}. Roliert.soii, J, iM. Riiitoiil, A. * Rintoiil, \V. H. Riitheiford, 'J'. J. Reed, James J. Rciil, }oliii K. Koid. J. M. Rciiihardt, R. I{. kicl^trds, f. \v'. R.:^s, W. R. Ridolf, A. \V. Raltr.iy, R. |. *< Ka.liKur, Chas. W. * Roliiiismi, John Roliinsoii, (j. A, Radford, W. Rowcll, G. M. Saunders, E. f Stewart, R, McG. Stewart, A. * Stewart, Ale.v. Stewart, James Stewart 1). Stewart, J. F. Stevenson, A. W. Ste\ensoi\, J . A Sait,(; 1.. Snnth, C V C. Siniih, J. R. . Sniiih, C. M. Smiili, 1,. I. Smith, 1.. \\ . t Starke, (leo R. Starke, W. Hoinerville, C 0. Sutherland, Jas. Siitlierland, Jas. * Siitlierland, l.oiiis S.itherland. M.I).,\V Simpson, T. K . Spi-igings. I). M'C. Sullivan, ('has. Sowdon, F. M. Shaw, W. K. Shaw, J. 1). Shewan, A N. Shorey, S. (). *<' Sunnnerhays, R. Spiers, \V. * Stnithcrs, S. Sidey.C. J. Sheppard, f Je ). J Sheppard, K. Skaife, Lewis Sims, A. H. Seath, W. Si'ott, Frank Stephenson, W. A. Stcphens'in, las. *< Stanley, W. 'H. * .Selhy, Ch.ts. * Stephens, R. H. Stephens, (J. W. Shanly J. M. * Smith, Rich.ird "i' Skelton, Leslie Snowdon, J- J. Swain, \V. H. Strangnian, C. Sandham, J. ♦ 'I'homas, 1>. Thomas, K. Taylor, J. \V. Taylor, J. A. 'Ihom, Angus Thorn, J amc.«i 'I'hompsiMi, H.irry 'l'liomps(Mi, R. TiiomiLson, \\ . R. Telfer, I i . C. Todd, l\ 'I'orranct, C. K. Trotter, \V. C. 'I'rotter, Jnhii 'J'urncr, (J. T. ■jMMMIft r- Tibhs, U.S. * Tooke, Ben * Vaiiihan, F. S. Verner, R. C * Vanbuskirk, J'llm * Woods. W. H. Weaver, A. < >. Walker, [. S. Walker, \). S. AVilsoti, K. Wardlnw, I'lix*. W:irdl(,iw, l.is. Weir, D. Woodhoiise, S. WulfT, F. F. Wonhani, (i. P. Wood. J. K Wood. Went White, Rir.hard Wh>te, ]. K. Whyte, W. H. W itham, C. A. Wtl'Mcr, Jas. Whitehead, Col. "\oiinj,', A. Voting, J. A. N'oiing, C «'< il - Vf.'iing, Wm. F. A. * Ijfe members, t Since dead. *r Life member and winner of " C lub Cup." c Winner of " Club Cui)." 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