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F'EMRITL. VOL . VIII .

FEBRUARY, 1886 .

No . 58.

SPEECHIFYING. HIS is an age of words—men, aye and women too, are continually

T making speeches, or to speak more correctly, trying to make

speeches. It is of no consequence whatever, whether they have anything to say, any new light to throw upon things, or have the least notion of putting their ideas into words, speechify they must ; they are called upon to propose and second votes of thanks, to respond to toasts, to give their ideas on current events, and so on . Now it is very evident that as the world grows older, orators, or rather would-be orators, become more abundant, but at the same time it is equally evident that real orators of the stamp of Demosthenes, Cicero, Burke, Fox, etc ., are no longer to be heard . It is doubtful whether, at the present time in England, we have a single man who can really be styled an orator . We have eloquent preachers, such as the Bishop of Peterborough, Spurgeon, and a few others, but have we really an orator ? Some will, perhaps, reply, "surely Mr . Gladstone is an orator?" Undoubtedly he is our nearest approach to one, but he lacks many of the essential points which make up the real orator . In the first place, it ought to be the aim of such a one to make himself as clear and perspicuous as he can, to clothe his ideas in as few words as possible, in order to make his meaning perfectly plain to his hearers . Not even the most ardent and infatuated admirer of Mr . Gladstone would assert that he does this . His speeches very frequently are what may be described as eloquent and lengthy riddles, containing a great deal of language and very fine string of words, but the meaning is difficult and at times well-nigh impossible to discover. Now, how is it that the study of rhetoric has so fallen into abeyance in this country? Why were our fathers better orators than we are? The answer is easily found. Men have forgotten that rhetoric ought to be studied, and most carefully studied too ; before any degree of excellence

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can be obtained . Continually on our platforms and in our pulpits we cannot help remarking men, who from their complete ignorance of the first laws of rhetoric, utterly fail to put their ideas, which may be in themselves good and instructive, properly and forcibly before their hearers, and others who, though their voices are powerful and strong enough, do not make themselves heard, owing to their ignorance of the principles of elocution . Not long ago the writer came across a conspicuous example of a preacher who failed, and failed utterly to produce any effect by what was probably a good and learned sermon, merely because he evidently thought himself a perfect elocutionist, and had therefore never taken the trouble to study elocution properly, and further because his action was so ridiculous that instead of emphasising his words it only served to create amusement among the more youthful part of the congregation . The pulpit was fortunately a spacious one . No sooner hid the Rev . gentleman begun his discourse than he began to wave his arms frantically, and sway from side to side, as if on board ship in a heavy sea. At one time he shouted at the top of his voice, at another he dropped it to a tragic whisper, and the-consequence was that the greater part of his sermon was inaudible ; few of the congregation were able to follow it, whilst many were so amused at the preacher's contortions and attitudes as to render the sermon still less audible, owing to their titters . p his is given as an instance to shew that rhetoric and elocution ought to be much more carefully studied by men who intend to speak or preach in public. The writers on rhetoric among the ancients seem to have been very numerous : chief amongst them was Aristotle ; but among the moderns few writers of ability have turned their thoughts to the subject, and little has been added either in respect of matter or of system to what has been left us . The question naturally suggests itself—what was the cause of the careful and extensive cultivation among the ancients of an art which the moderns have comparatively neglected ? No doubt the nature of the government in democratical states caused a demand for public speakers ; but the importance of public speaking is so great in our own and all other countries that are not under a despotic government, that the neglect of the study of rhetoric needs some further explanation ; and the reason seems to be this : most persons are inclined to the opinion that eloquence is either a natural gift, or at least to be acquired only by practice, and is not to be attained or improved by clay system of rules, And it must be admitted that rules which are

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not constructed on broad philosophical principles are more likely to -cramp than to assist the operations of our faculties . But in all arts such as painting, sculpture, etc ., certain rules must be and are conformed to, and no one would think of saying that the studying of these rules cramps the genius of the artist or sculptor . No one complains of the rules of grammar as fettering language, but it is understood that correct use of language is not founded on grammar, but grammar on correct use . And so it is with rhetoric—its principles do not come naturally to a man, any more than the principles of perspective in 'drawing do . It was only after a long and careful course of study that Demosthenes was enabled to attain to such a degree of excellence in his art . His first speech was an egregious failure, and he learned by bitter experience what it would 1)e better if speakers of the present day could learn, that rhetoric is an art, and that its rules need careful study and attention before they can be practically applied. It would be wearisome, if not impossible, to detail all the errors which speakers of our time are continually falling into, but one or two of the principal may be commented on ; and first and foremost, speakers are, as a rule, far too wordy . Compare the conciseness and energy of ancient writers and speakers with the verbosity of men of the present day . Dr. C : mphell truly observes that °` of whatever kind the sentiment be, witty, humorous, grave, animated, or sublime, the more briefly it is expressed, the energy is the greater . Accordingly we find that the very same sentiment expressed diffusely, will be barely admitted as just ; expressed concisely, will be admitted as spirited . " It is a frequent occurrence to hear a speaker who is fond of a prodigality of words described as having a fine command of language, when it might, with more correctness, be said that his language has a command of him—that is to say, that instead of following his train of thought, he follows a train of language, stringing together all the striking expressions that occur to him . A speaker ought first to form a clear notion of the sense he wishes to convey, and then seek for the most appropriate vehicle to convey it in . No doubt a redundancy of words may often be very suitable, but there is no fault in speaking that ought to be more carefully avoided, and no fault more common among the speakers, great and small, in our own country . During the late general election our newspapers were flooded with speeches from all sorts of candidates and their supporters, and anyone who was foolish enough to be at the trouble of examining them must have dis-

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covered that though there were many words, there were but few which could not have been very well omitted, and, as a rule, the speeches of the would-be M .P .'s sheaved great, if not absolute, ignorance of the first principles of rhetoric. Another most important point which is not properly studied is delivery. A good speech is not infrequently spoiled by a bad delivery, and a good delivery can only be acquired by constant practice . Often a speech which is inferior in matter and style may produce, if powerfully spoken, a more powerful effect than another which surpasses it in both these points . A good orator must be able to deliver his speech well and forcibly, or much of its effect will be lost . " What would you have said ? " observed Aeschines, when his recital of his great rival ' s speech was received by the Rhodians with a burst of admiration, "what would you have said if you had heard Demosthenes speak it ? " We live in critical times, when speeches, and above all sermons, are severely criticised. It is high time the quantity of speeches decreased, and the quality improved ; for it really seems that the great fault lies in this--that men, and more especially clergymen, have too many speeches to make, too many sermons to preach . How is it possible for a clergyman who is working hard all the week to preach two sermons worth hearing on Sunday? Congregations probably would not find it a very great hardship to be deprived of one of their sermons, and undoubtedly one good sermon would amply make up for two, indifferent ones. Every man almost, from a cabinet minister to a town councillor,. thinks himself an orator, and it is a surprising fact that amongst this crowd of speechmakers, there is scarcely a man who can be called a real orator. Who has not known the exquisite torture of being compelled to listen in silence while some local magnate is mercilessly murdering your mother tongue ? Who has not known what it is to endure a long and wearisome harangue from an ineloquent chairman, when some man of note has come to make a speech, and we all on the tiptoe of excitement to hear him ? Men, alas, will speechify whether they can or no, and all we can do is grin and bear them. In conclusion, it may be remarked that the debating societies of our Universities and Schools ought, if properly used, to be of the greatest use in teaching men to make speeches . All who intend to speak should first get the points they wish to bring out firmly fixed in their minds, and then look for the fittest form of words in which to convey

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them to their hearers . But above all things be as brief, concise, and perspicuous as possible, and lastly, do not, as men of the present day -are so fond of doing, try to make a speech when you have got nothing to say . G.

SCHOOL LETTER. HE football season is now at an end, and we may look back upon

T it not without feelings of satisfaction . Taking into consideration the slender foundation of old players on which we had to build our team, we may say the season has been successful . Our victories have been in several instances very creditable, and though the return match with Durham resulted in a defeat, this was in part atoned for by the way in which our forwards played, and had not we been deprived of the services of four of our regular team in addition to four who left last term, we should doubtless have shewn up much better. Boating has as yet scarcely commenced in earnest, and as we publish some notes on the subject elsewhere, we forbear to express any -opinion. The meetings of the Debating Society have been resumed, the number of members being now larger, we think, than at any previous times . The supply also of speakers has improved, and there is not the difficulty which has sometimes been experienced in former years of getting people to bring motions. A fives tournament has been got up, which we hope may be a success, and help to rouse some interest in that excellent game, which is at present rather neglected among us.

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OU don ' t mean to say that the Senate has really given way ? " is a remark which has been made, I expect, again and again . It is, however, true in spite of the incredulity with which it is generally received . Appeal after appeal has been made to the Senate, and proposal after proposal laid before it, and at last it has been compelled, greatly against its will, to yield to the general feeling . No longer will classical men be forced to pass through the trying ordeal of the

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"Additional , ." and if they do prefer them to the French and German, which is the alternative, will have no puzzling and perplexing Trigonometry to encounter. Cambridge -ustained a heavy loss last week in the death of Mr .. Henry Bradshaw . Elected in 1867 to the University Librarianship, he proved himself, during the nineteen years in which he held that office, inferior to none "in breadth and grasp of mind, in extent and thoroughness of knowledge, in devotion to truth, in strength and gentleness of character, in true nobleness of soul . " At present the University Eight is absorbing the attention of all, and is always ace npanied clown the river by a large number of critics and admirers . A, to tite chances of victory on the rapidly approaching . 3rd of April, it would be impossible to give any opinion as yet . This year, as probably most know, longer slides than those which have been used heretofore are to be given a trial ; but it remains to be seen whether they will be successful over the long University course. The Lent races which are coming off next week are also a favourite topic . This week, boats competing for places on the river, row. Peterites will have three representatives in the latter races and, we hope, three in the former, viz ., T . H . Little, who is rowing in one of the Trinity Hall boats—we are sorry not to be able to say which—and F . E. Robinson and R . T . E Fausset, who are rowing respectively stroke and seven in Corpus second boat. Last week we had the slightly hackneyed question of the existence and " visible appearance " of ghosts discussed at the Union . The house, which was a large one, decided against supernatural apparitions by a majority of one. There is just now a considerable amount of righteous indignation felt here with the Postmaster-General, who has robbed us of our college messengers . The dispute has not been quite settled, but I am afraid there is very little hope of that gentleman relenting . I believe Oxford has been subjected to the same hardship. We had a meeting of a somewhat unique description in Pembroke Hall on Sunday evening. The Bishop of Exeter (Dr . E . H. Bickersteth) was in the chair, and the Bishop of Japan (the Rev . E.. Bickersteth) addressed the meeting . To have two Bishops at a college meeting is unusual, but to have two, of which one is father and the . other son, is most unusual, and perhaps unprecedented . GA EP .

THE COMING BOATING SEASON. S the Boating Season is now close upon us, it will not be in-

A opportune to make a few remarks upon the various crews, and upon the prizes and other matters connected with the subject . As is natural, the chief interest is centred upon the Senior House fours, which this year promise to be of more than usual interest, the crews being, as far as one can judge at present, will be very equal . First of all, to turn to last year's winners ; the Senior Day Boys promise to be a fair crew, but almost too light ; however, they pull together fairly well and make the boat travel . Williamson, who it will be remembered stroked the School-House Junior to victory last year, is taking the same important position in the Day Boy boat, and proves an excellent stroke, but is rather inclined to sacrifice length for speed . The other members of the boat are Wilson (3), Gabb (2), Rose (bow) . Mr . Gilbert ' s House has exactly the same boat as last year, and their chance looks decidedly rosy . They made an extremely close race with the School-House last year, and it may be reasonably expected that they will improve considerably this . In Crawshaw they have a very neat and judicious stroke. They pull very well together, but are rather lacking in strength . With these good points and their experience from last year, they should succeed in winning. The School-House has been particularly unfortunate this year, as not only have they lost all last year's Senior, but also all last year's Junior, Crosthwaite being forbidden by the doctor to pull. Notwithstanding these serious disadvantages, they have succeeded in turning out a very fair crew, the nucleus of which is formed from last year's third boat . This is a very convincing proof of the utility of such boats, which were first instituted last year . If these boats had not been introduced, it is painful to think what kind of a crew they would have turned out this year. Ward is pulling 'stroke, and is a very neat oar, Clark (3), Allen (2), and Hillman (bow) . They are physically the strongest of the three boats, but have a somewhat ungainly style at present, there is, however, plenty of time for improvement . The race that comes next in importance is the School Fours . This will practically be between the Sixth form and the Civil . The Sixth form boat, as at present constituted, consists of Crawshaw (stroke), Clarke (3), Wilson (2), and Bloomfield (bow) . They possess considerable strength and weight, if only it can be properly utilised ; but screwing and rounded backs are not altogether unknown at present . The Civil, on the

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contrary, pull in decidedly good style, but are extremely light. Williamson is stroke, Gabb (3), «Vaud (2), and Rose (bow) . It will be . noticed that three of the Senior Dayboys are pulling it, and is by no means easy to say which of the two boats will go the faster . I leave the sequel to decide . The School boat will be a very poor one to all appearance, but as it has not been yet made up, it is impossible to criticise it. With regard to the Junior Fours, the School House boat will be greatly inferior to last year's ; Gofton being the only man in the boat that has pulled before . It has not yet been decided who is to fill up the three other places, but their choice is somewhat limited . Mr . Gilbert 's House will have two men out of last year's Junior left, that is if Douglas comes back ; in which case he will pull stroke, Rouse (3), Whaley (2), and Campbell (bow) . The boat, however, may be altered later on . Their chance of winning is a very good one . The Dayboys ' boat, consists of Hutchings (stroke), Procter (3), Steward (2), and Wade (bow) . They get a fair amount of pace on, but their style leaves a great deal to be desired . As only one member of the crew has pulled in any four-oared race before, it is not to be wondered at . The third beats have not yet appeared, so no opinion can be formed on their respective merits . Judging from the material available, the crews should be very equal . The Senior Sculls is about the most uncertain race of the lot, the favourite generally losing ; the only competitors so far being Wilson, Crawshaw . and Williamson, but probably one or two others will enter . The races between the first three should be very close and exciting . There are several Senior Pair entries. Crawshaw and Wilson, the winners last year, upon public form should win in the end, but will probably find tough opponents in Williamson and Rose. Waud and I'>ulman ought to be a very fair pair . The other boats will not be very formidable. So much for the crews themselves and their prospects, and now let me add a few words of advice to Juniors, who have not yet begun to row, of whom I am sorry to say there are a very considerable number, especially among the Dayboys . " Begin to learn to row at once . " There is no excuse whatever for a boy who has reached the age of rz or even r r, and is able to swim, and cannot pull at all . It is not to be expected that they will pull all at once, but practice is everything in rowing, and ant one who begins at a reasonable age will learn to row decently . This is the only way by which the School can gain fame on the river, and with the advantages the School possesses, in the shape

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of an excellent river and boathouse of its own, its rowing ought to be one of its strongest points, instead of as at present, almost its weakest. Lastly, with regard to prizes . It may not be known to some that there is a debt of Z1S to be paid, incurred by the recent improvements in the boathouse . This will make a terrible hole in the sum collected by School subscriptions . Last year an appeal was made in this magazine for prizes to be offered by people interested in the School, as they are for the sports . This appeal was most generously responded to, and now that the need is even greater than then, may we hope that it will be responded to again, and even more generally . SUPPLEX.

DEBATING SOCIETY. V Saturday, the 13th of February, the above Society held their first meeting for business purposes . The hour set down for assembly on the notice board was half-past five, but those who arrived punctually, three in number, paid the penalty for their rashness by an interesting wait of twenty minutes, profitably employed in social intercourse before the fire of the fourth form room . At last seven more members turned up, and a start was made by everybody taking their seats ; but, this done, it seemed uncertain what was to happen next, till it struck someone that it would be well if the meeting were provided with a chairman . The Rev . W . Routh was accordingly proposed, seconded, and elected to fill that position . Business at last started made some progress, Mr . Routh being elected president, J . G. Wilson vice-president, and L . W . Pickles secretary. New members were next proposed and elected, bringing the numbers of the Society up to about thirty . A discussion arose as to whether the lower fourth was in the upper school, a position in which is the passport to the ranks of the Society ; however, as no one felt qualified to decide the settlement of the question, it was put off to the next meeting . A curious confusion also seems to have arisen in the mind of one gentleman as to the meaning of the words "quorum " and " committee, " for after it had been decided that a quorum of the house should consist of eleven members, he asked why these members were not elected, evidently regarding the quorum as a committee, of which one existed last year, but owing to its functions amounting to nil it was not thought necessary to renew . The receiving of offers for motions terminated the proceedings .

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A list of rules was first read and passed without difficulty. The House then proceeded to discuss the motion of O . W . Whaley, °` That the position of a boarder in a public school is preferable to that of a dayboy ." The mover broadly defined the objects for which boys were sent to school to be (I) intellectual and (2) manly training . He then proceeded to prove that in both these branches of education the life of a boarder was more likely to lead to success than that of a dayboy . Boarders had regular times for doing everything, and being compelled at least to sit with books before them for two hours every evening, it would be highly improbable if they did not sometimes do some work ; while dayboys perhaps, under no such compulsion, if so inclined, might do none at all . Further, and on this point special stress was laid, life in a boarding-house was certainly more favourable to the development of athletic powers, frequently, for example, disabusing ideas of the nature of the game known as football, which by some was supposed to be a murderous species of exercise calculated to injure life and limb. The motion was seconded by H . McClellan, who, as having formerly been a dayboy, as well as a boarder, claimed special right to judge . He dwelt on the disadvantages of the morning tramp of the dayboy, perhaps through rain and mud, and the inconvenience of rising late, and not improbably being compelled to forego breakfast, and hurry to school unfortified for the arduous labours therein enjoined . He also mentioned the advantages of intercourse with other boys, and the friendships which a boarder has an opportunity of forming which would be impossible for a day boy. The opposition was opened by J . G . Wilson, who denied any advantages possessed by boarders which were not more than counterbalanced by those which dayboys enjoyed . The freedom of an evening to attend lectures and other instructive meetings, with an occasional concert, was calculated to improve the intelligence without detriment to work . He then went on to refer to some recent Football events in the School, which, as affording no ground for generalization, we need not mention. Williamson next spoke on the same side of the question, bringing forward his experience of both modes of existence as ground for his being able to express an opinion . He said that he thought it quite possible to be in a house and yet do no work at all .

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L. W. Pickles spoke in favour of the motion, asking the House to consider the question on a broad basis—not to consider particular events in particular schools—but to take it in reference to all schools. Speaking for those who were unable to take part in sports, he held that a boarder could not help taking an active interest in what was going on, whereas a davboy might really not belong to the School as regards what was taking place outside its walls . The discussion was continued by R. Crosthwaite and T . P . Clarke . The Rev . AV . Routh then spoke as an unbiassed outsider, showing that it was so much a question of individual character as to whether a boy got on better as a dayboy or a boarder that he could not undertake to form an opinion, but must leave it to the House to decide . The mover then replied, but as there had only been two speeches in opposition he had not much argument to refute. On dividing the numbers were r6 For the motion . . Against

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FOOTBALL. v . YORK (A) .

FEBRUARY 2ND.

This match was played on the School ground before several hundred spectators . A fast game was an impossibility, owing to the ground being covered with two inches of snow . The heavier team were consequently considerably favoured . The School, winning the toss, elected to play uphill . J . Procter kicked off for York, and Haynes, playing back in the place of 1Y . Procter, who never tur ned up, returned into touch . From the first it was evident the game would be a forward one mainly, and several scrimmages took place in the School 25 . These, as a rule, were carried by York, who were much heavier ; but what was lost in the pack was regained in the loose . The first point was a touch-down for York, from a long kick by Procter, which was quickly followed by two or three others . The York men kicking somewhat rashly, a good run by Gofton transferred the struggle to the middle of the field, but the ball was brought back by the York forwards, headed by Brown and Holborn . Procter made a good attempt at goal, but it fell short . Haynes was collared before he could return it, and several desperate scrimmages were fought on

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the School line . A rush of the School forwards, however, transferred the leather to a safer distance, where it remained until half time was called, the score being York five minor points to nil. After the ball was restarted, for a short time the School looked decidedly dangerous, (Vaud and Gofton putting in some good kicks . A wild pass, however, allowed York to get away, and they rushed the ball up the field and scored a touch-down . Dearlove making a good return into touch from the kick out, pressed the School hard, and Johnston crossed the line . He was mauled by Wilson and, after a desperate struggle, pulled out . The same player directly after made another rush for the line, and although fairly held by Rose, he nevertheless ran on unopposed, and grounded the ball . York persisted in claiming the try and it was kicked under protest . The School now played in a most determined manner, and made a vigorous attack on the York quarters . Nottingham, however, obtained a free kick for foul play, and the ball went into touch near the centre, where it remained until time was called ; the game thus ending in a draw . As this was the first match the team had played this term, the result was highly satisfactory ; especially as York had only suffered one defeat the whole season, and had the assistance of three first team men . The School forwards played a very good game, while of the backs the three three-quarters and Rose showed up well. For York, Procter, Hood, and Nottingham behind, and Brown, Ankers, and Holborn played the best. The School team consisted of C . Haynes (back) ; J . E . Gofton, F. Bulman, G . C . Waud (three-quarter) ; A . Rose . N . Williamson (half) ; J . G . Wilson, R . Crosthwaite, W. Gabb, H . McClellan, O . Whaley, H . Rouse, W . Peck, W . Hutchings, and H . Allen (forward).

v . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. FEBRUARY 13TH. This match was played at Durham, and resulted in a victory for Durham by 2 goals, 3 tries to nil. The match was, however, robbed to a great extent of its representative character, owing to the fact that Crosthwaite, Rose, and McClellan were all unable to play ; indeed, only eight of last term's team were playing . However, it is no use trying to excuse our defeat, as our opponents most certainly fully deserved their victory . The game that Durham play is far more scientific than ours, their passing being at times simply marvellous . Our forwards should learn to get up to the scrimmages more quickly. Durham won the toss, and elected to play downhill . The School kicked off, and

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Alderson returning with a long punt, the first scrimmage was formed in the York 25 . With a capital dribble the Durham forwards invaded the line, but Scarborough saved just in the nick of time . Bulman kicked out, and Miller made an excellent run, but was well tackled by Gofton. k'roni a scrimmage on the line Alderson obtained a try, though obviously off-side . However it was allowed, but no goal resulted. Shortly after Sadler obtained a try nearly behind, from which a goal was kicked . The Durham three-quarters were continually fed, and made some good runs, but Bulman's and Gofton ' s collaring prevented them from scoring. At half-time the score was 1 goal, r try, to nil. On recommencing the ball was kept for some time in the centre, but Miller made a capital run and got behind the posts . The place was successful . \Vaud made a nice run and kick, and for some time the ball was in the Durham quarters . However, in quick s;tccession, they obtained two more tries, nothing resulting from either . No further point was obtained before time was called . Our forwards played a very good game in the pack, but were poor in the loose ; those who had not played before showing great promise . Of the backs, Scarborough did very fairly on the whole, considering that this was the first 1st XV match he had played in . Gofton and \Vaud had few chances given them, but did very smartly what they had to do . Bulman ' s collaring and defensive play was of the greatest service . The halves were the weak point of the team, being quite overmatched by Sadler and Alderson, to whom Durham's victory was mainly due . For Durham Miller ran very fast and dodged well . The following was the School team : J . Scarborough (back) ; J. E . Gorton, T . Bulman, G . C . Waud (three-quarter) ; W. K. Procter, C . Haynes (half) ; J . G . Wilson, W. Gabb, O . AMaley, IL . Rouse, N. Williamson, W . Hutchings, T . 1' . Clarke, II . Allan, A. C . Clarke (forward).

YORK (A) .

FEBRUARY 18TH.

This match was played on the School ground in most inclement weather, there being a continuous fall of snow the whole time . York strengthened their backs by playing Fell, and forwards by Hurworth, both first team men . The School showed form far superior to any they have yet displayed . They were, however, ultimately defeated by z goals to 1 ; though one of the York tries was about as irregular as possible, there being three distinct pieces of off-side play in the

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procuring of it . The School stopped playing and allowed York to run in, never for a moment thinking that the ball would not be brought back . However, the decision was given against us, as our umpire was, unfortunately, not in a position to see. York won the toss and elected to take the kick . This was charged down, and the School forwards, with a grand dribble, carried the ball down the field forcing York to save . The kickout, however, brought no relief, and with another rush the School running the ball down, Nilson obtained a try right behind the posts, from which Crosthwaite kicked a goal . The York men now made desperate efforts, encouraged by the spectators . Owing to dreadful fumbling, Colley was allowed to gain a try right behind, and Gibson just managed to kick a goal . This, however, was the only bad piece of play on the part of the School during the match . After the kick-off the try referred to above was obtained, and, to the great surprise of everyone, allowed . Gibson again just managed to kick the ball over . These reverses stimulated the School to play with great determination, and they had the best of the game until half-time was called ; the score being York 2 goals, r minor, to I goal, 2 minors . Procter kicked off for York, and Gofton, with an excellent kick, sent the ball into touch half way . For about ten minutes the ball was close to the York line, the School being within an ace of scoring several times . At last York touched down, but play was confined to their quarters, until Gibson, owing to some misunderstanding, got off )vith the ball . The three quarters did not attempt to collar him, but Scarborough, more wisely, brought him over . The referee gave his decision in favour of Yolk, and for a little time the School had to act on the defensive . The ball was soon carried to the centre, but Fell made two capital runs, being, however, grandly tackled by Scarborough. The School were rather hard pressed towards the end, but no further point was obtained . The team was weakened by the absence of Rose, but had the assistance of Crosthwaite and McClellan, who had recovered sufficiently to play . The forwards played well to a man, Gabb showing a distinct advance upon his previous performances, Clarke also showing considerable improvement . At full back Scarborough made no mistakes in kicking, and tackled in grand form . He should develop into a very good back indeed if he stays next year . Gofton seemed to have recovered all his old skill, and was invaluable at threequarters . \Vaud played pluckily, but Bulman had very little to do.

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The halves were vastly better than in the Durham match ; Procter being especially good . The School team was as follows : J . Scarborough (back) ; J . E . Gofton, I . Bulman, G . C . AVaud (three-quarter) ; W. K. Procter, N . Williamson (half) ; J . G . Wilson, R. Crosthwaite, W . Gabb, H . McClellan, O . H . Whaley, II . Rouse, W . Hutchings, A . C . Clarke, H . Bloomfield (forward) .

S1' . PETER'S SCHOOL SECOND XV. v. MR. BLACKBURN'S TI AM. This match was played on the School ground on February 2001, in snow. Mr . Blackburn anticipated playing the First XV ., and as such brought a strong team . The School won the toss, and decided to play uphill . For the first few minutes some tough scrimmaging took place in the centre, the School pressing their opponents. Gray made a good run and somewhat relieved his side, but the St . Peter ' s forwards, owing to their good packing and combined play, kept the ball from their opponents ' three-quarters . Jackson, from a pass, gained ground, but Tones made a long run and obtained a try behind the posts, from which Gray kicked a goal . Very little play of importance took place after this before half-time was called, with the ball in our opponents' territory . Williamson kicked off, and the opposing three-quarter was collared before responding . The School looked very much like scoring, but played rather a selfish game, enabling Tones to get the ball, which he ran up to the centre ; a kick by \Vaud, however, came to the relief. Gradually the ball journeyed into our opponents' 25, yd from thence to the goal line . Under the goal-posts a scrimmage took place, which lasted for about five minutes, but, beyond the players getting wet and mud-bespattered, nothing resulted . The ball was taken on to firmer ground, and, becoming loose, Jackson dropped at goal, just missing . Smith endeavoured to run it out, but was pulled down just over the line . Tones now ran the ball to the 25, but Waud carried it back again close to the goal-line . Owing to the off-side play of certain of Mr. Blackburn' s team, which was fruitlessly appealed against, the ball was dribbled up to the centre, then to the 25, and Tomes again ran in, Gray landing a second goal. Time was now called, leaving Mr . Blackburn' s team victorious by 2 goals I minor point, to nil. Tonics for our opponents, played a very good game ; but, excepting him, no one was worthy of mention . The School forwards may be congratulated on the way in which they packed and pushed their

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opponents ; Hutchings, Allan, Mitchell, Mawson, and Campbell playing best . The halves played splendidly, but were too selfish on the goal-line . The three-quarters had very little chance of distinguishing themselves, but generally availed themselves of any opportunity. School team : J . Scarborough (back) ; G . C . Waud, II . Jackson, E. Procter (three-quarter); N . Williamson, E. Steward (half) ; W . IIutchings (rapt .), H . \V . Allan, A . C . Clarke, H . Bloomfield, F . Mitchell, G . Campbell, R . Wade, II . Mawson, T . T . Isherwood.

CORRESPONDENCE. TO THE

EDITORS OF THE PETERITE.

SIRS,—May I trespass upon your space to set the writer 's mind of the letter, urging that colours should be given to the and XV ., one Fly-kick by name, at ease . Before next season a meeting will be held of the members of the 1st XV . to consider the advisability of giving colours to the and XV . For my own part I think it would be highly advantageous to do so . May I suggest as a reason for the proposal not having been considered before, the extreme difficulty of getting teams to play the and XV. For instance, this season there have only been three matches, but this is due to no want of energy, but to the refusal of several of the York schools to meet the 2nd XV ., the majority, possibly they had a defeat in view, pleading weakness or prior engagements . One York school, indeed, spurned the challenge with contempt . It would be somewhat ridiculous for a 2nd XV . to have colours If they had no matches to play . Next season, by arranging 2nd XV . matches earlier, we may hope to be able to get at least six matches . ONE OF THE COMMITTEE.

NOTES AND ITEMS. REV. E . A . DOUGLAS, O .P ., gained a try for Durham County against Northumberland. Iv the case of the Hey Memorial Scholarships being obtained by anyone outside the School, who is unable to attend as a dayboy, the Dean and Chapter have decided to remit the school fees . The value of the Scholarship will then become X28 13S. WE are sorry not to be able to publ i sh an Oxford letter in this issue, but we are unable to obtain one in time .

THE

VOL.

Iii .

APRIL, 1886 .

No . 59.

ART AND THE DEMOCRACY. HILST all London has been going to see the splendid collection of the works of Millais at the Grosvenor, an equally grand collection of the works of an equally great artist has been on view at the new free Art Gallery just established in Birmingham . The build-

ing is magnificent, and day after day all the rooms have been well filled with eager sightseers, a large proportion of whom have belonged to the artisan class ; and no room has been more crowded than the room which contains a large collection of the works of G . F . Watts, and some good examples of the work of Burne Jones . Having read in the newspapers of the appreciation of high art thus shown by the democracy, it was not without interest that I heard the comments of some of the spectators on the pictures . One of the first paintings that attracted my attention was Burne Jones's Temperantia—a stately female figure, who bears in her uplifted arm a pitcher, from which she is directing a continuous stream of water upon flames that rage beneath her feet . The symbolism is sufficiently obvious ; but it was not to a little girl behind me, who asked "what the lady was doing," nor to the mother, who replied, " I suppose she ' s broken her pitcher ." A little further on a man and woman were engaged in puzzling out the name of another picture on the frame. Being possessed of a catalogue, I came to their relief, and pointed to the words, repeating them aloud as I did so, " ° Pan and Psyche . " "Psyche, " the man repeated wonderingly, "ah 1 I suppose that ' s a foreign name . " " ° Yes, I suppose so," was the reply of his companion . I do not think it occurred to them that " Pan" was a proper name at all . Eve, in one of Mr . Watts's pictures, was pronounced " a very fine woman ." Perhaps the picture which caused most confusion of mind was Mr . Watts's " Birth of Experience ." This elaborately painted work represents two savages, a man and a woman, on the sea shore . The man has just swallowed his first oyster, and is smacking his lips, but at the same time evidently

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dubious as to the sensations that may be expected to follow . The woman is peering closely into his face with eager curiosity . Both faces are purely animal, types of the very lowest savagery, and it was amusing to hear a spectator naively remark, "They doesn't look English ." Doubtless, if I had observed the company more closely, I might have heard a good many things better worth repeating ; but my principal object in my short visit was to see the pictures. However, of the visitors I saw enough to convince me, on the one hand, that a good deal of nonsense is talked in some circles about the democratic appreciation of art ; for it was quite evident that the meaning of the pictures was not grasped ; but, on the other hand, to make me feel that Birmingham had set a noble example to the country and begun a great educational work . The exhibition of these pictures was no casting of pearls before swine. The pictures were thoroughly enjoyed by the crowd, however little the story and the symbolism were understood. When Old Masters were shown to the working classes of Manchester at the great Art Treasures Exhibition of 1857, the mob gazed with admiration, and the remark was frequently heard, "What foine frames! " In justice to the Birmingham working classes of 1886, it was not at the frames that they looked.

OXFORD LETTER. IIE unseasonable weather, coupled with the excitement of the Torpids, has somewhat delayed this letter . Not to prolong suspense further I will advance to the subject matter of my correspondence. The Torpids have been the chief topic of conversation for the last fortnight ; not to weary any of your readers with too many details I will state the salient points of these races . B . N . C. made one bump, Corpus, and went ahead ; Exeter also bumped Corpus, who on the last night fell somewhat easily to Ch . Ch. I ., who were admittedly the best boat on . Oriel and Balliol I . were the most fortunate in bumps lower down, though Ch . Ch . II . were prevented by a piece of " house luck" from eclipsing their performances . The 'Varsity eight is now in active training ; with six of last year ' s crew still remaining we are pretty confident of success, but as perhaps the race will be decided before the Peterite appears in print we had better say no more .

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The Rugby Union season was concluded on February 29th by the match v . Gloucester County . This was a fairly easy win for the 'Varsity, of whom Lindsay, Margin, and Boswell were most prominent. The XV. on the whole was fairly successful, though the unbeaten record was not kept up . Fifteen matches were played ; 1 r were won, of which those v . London Scottish, Blackheath, and Gloucester were the best ; 3 were lost, those v. Richmond, S . Wales, and Cambridge ; and r v . London Welsh drawn . The team was handicapped by the loss of Blair, our fastest three-quarter, who was hurt early in the season ; the unfortunate absence of Margin at half owing to a dislocated shoulder was possibly the cause of the 'Varsity match being lost. The votaries of the "scientific" game, as they call the other branch, here usually denominated " Soccer," had a bitter duel in their match with Cambridge, who simply won anyhow . This season, however, has been a success on the whole. Oxford has at last achieved a new theatre ; not the Sheldonian, nor the "Vic .," but something betwixt and between . It was opened on February 13th by the Oxford Amateur Dramatic Society, who gave "Twelfth Night ; " the prologue composed for the occasion, and capitally recited by Mr . Bourchier, of Ch . Ch ., was the most amusing part of the performance to many minds . It is to be hoped the undertaking will pay its way. We hope the younger members of the school will take to heart the very important lesson to be drawn from the boating accidents of this term up here ; a man was lately drowned on the upper river in the presence of many people, none of whom could save him . During the Torpuls a punt sunk and several persons ran a great risk of drowning. Mr . Cleveland, of Balliol, and of the 'Varsity XV ., was prominent among those who did their best to help those who could not swim . It is a pity some rule about non-swimmers cannot be enforced here as it is at schools ; many lives would be saved by it. Let everyone who has the opportunity learn to swim . A fitting conclusion for a letter. COX. P .S .—Of O . P's in residence II . W . Rhodes and W . G . Wilson have been rowing in their college torpid, the former having proved a plucky stroke during the first three days, until his manifold afflictions pulled him under. The latter has also played more than once in the picked Rugby XV's .

CAMBRIDGE LETTER.

HE river has afforded the chief topic of interest during the Lent term which has now come to a close . The races were marked with

exceptional success, no fewer than 43 bumps being made during the four nights of racing . We hasten to congratulate 'I' . H . Little, who rowed 3 in Trinity Hall ; 5, on the acquisition of his oar and also on rowing in one of his college sliding trials . As a whole the crews were above the average . Exceptions there were, such as Queen's and St. Catherine ' s, who both retired from the 2nd into the 3rd division. What shall I say of the weather? It was not surprising that the week following colds were universally fashionable. The 'Varsity boat is in good hands under Mr . Rhodes, who coached it in 1884 . The crew made a marked improvement from the day he came, and continue to do so . They ought this year to be a fairly representative crew . Far be it from me to hazard an opinion as to what the 3rd may bring forth . Probably ere next month's Peterite appears the tale will have been told . At a meeting of the University Boat Club, the advisability of instituting a fourth division at the Lent races was discussed, but not decided . The fact that the crews competing for places on the river are gradually improving in quality as well as in quantity seems to favour such a scheme, especially as several of the unsuccessful crews . as was the case this year, are quite as good, in some cases better than many of the boats that constitute the 3rd division . The natural result of the present system is that such crews, though by virtue of their merit deserving to appear in the Lent races, have no power to do so ; of course arguments on the other side may be adduced. At another Meeting of the same Club S . Fairbairn was defeated by a small majority in his motion to reduce the number of nights of racing at the May race s from 6 to 4. Before I pass on I should mention that L . E . Stevenson has been elected Captain of his College Eleven. The office of University Librarian, vacated by the death of Mr . Henry Bradshaw, has been filled by Professor Robertson Smith. A bust of the former is to he placed in the University Library. The Union Society Buildings have been vastly improved by the new rooms, which have been erected at a cost of nearly /io,000, and which were formally opened by H .R .H . Prince Albert Victor, on

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Feb . 24th . A Dinner was he'd the same night at which a distinguished company was present. We are to have another Tripos Strange to say, the senate acquiesced /a,l.4a dissaaticwte note, when the proposal to establish an Engineering Tiipos was made . The Cambridge Undergraduate will now, it is said, have it in his power to obtain the best Engineering Certificate in the world . A large part of the examination will consist of practical work. Joachim honoured us last week with a visit and Madame Neruda a few weeks ago . We have to thank both for a real musical treat. A well-conducted mission to the University has just been held by the Rev . W. Ilay M . H . Aitken . The efforts of this well known preacher were appreciated by a large number . A singularly melancholy event took place just as the term was drawing to a close . A Trinity Undergraduate, Meyrick by name, who was Captain only last year of the Marlborough Eleven, and who would have undoubtly filled a place in the University Eleven, was out with a friend canoeing . Both capsized near a mill, and Meyrick, though an excellent s,vimmer, sank before help could be brought, and in the sight of several persons who were on the bank at the time . G . NUDD. P .S .—Since writing the above, we have received news of the "'Varsity" Sports. The In'.er-'Varsity Sports take place on Friday, April and, and there is every prospect of an exciting contest . Oxford may get the one and three miles, High jump, and one, if not both, the trials of strength, and Cambridge ought to take the Ioo yards, Quarter Hurdles and Long Jump . But the result will be known before the Pcferite is out, so no more . We forgot to say that L . E . Stevenson gained second place for the weight. The 'Varsity Sports were held on Monday and Wednesday, March 22nd and 24th, in fine weather. Fardell, of Trinity, an almost unknown man, won the Too yards, in the good time of ro5 sec . In the 120 yards Hurdle Race I .e Fleming . Clare, the Rugby Football player beat our President Orford by of a second in a magnificent race—Time 165 secs . Roberts, of Selwyn, ought to win the Long Jump for us, as he cleared 22 ft . I in ., and afterwards in "an exhibition jump" cleared 22 ft . 2 in . No one else did anything noteworthy .

SCHOOL LETTER.

SCHOOL LETTER. HE weather has this term seriously interfered with boating. As if

T scven weeks of frost were not sufficient, as soon as the sun got a

little warmer and we felt a gentle touch of spring the floods came, and not only came, but stopped, off and on, for a fortnight . At last, however, the river has resumed its normal level, and let us hope it will stay there . The boats in spite of difficulties have been practising with all the steadiness they might, and already the first heats of all the races but the senior fours have been rowed off ; as to the final results we are silent . News comes that a crew of old boys is being got up to row the school ; our boat, though not so good as last year ' s, will in all probability be a very fair one. Next after the boats the Debating Society engages our attention . It has been carrying on its meetings, we were going to say, with its usual vigour, but perhaps sometimes the vigour has been rather lacking. And not only this, but it has shown the way to the champions of women's rights by admitting ladies not only to be present but also to vote and speak at its meetings . It is to be regretted that no lady has as yet been tempted to avail herself of the latter privilege ; but perhaps this has been the fault of the subjects discussed . The debate which called forth most expressions of opinion was that on compulsory athletics . We should not be glad to see this system tried at St . Peter ' s, as there appear to be several reasons to prevent its proper working; but what we should very much like to see is, all subscriptions lumped together into one sum and made compulsory . If this were done and everybody in the Upper School paid a, and in the Lower School ,£r ros . a year, which surely would not be grudged for so good an end, there would be no need for continual hunting up of day boys to get them to pay subscriptions ; the Peterite would not be in a continual state of anxiety as to whether it would be able to pay its way, and might be able to lower its price, and the sports of the school generally would derive great benefit from it . At any rate this matter is worth consideration . There is another matter on which as the unbiassed spectator we should like to comment . Why has the Boat Club no rules, or at least what is equivalent to no rules ? Under existing circumstances the captain of the boats is the only person who knows, or is supposed to know the rules ; locked in his breast they lie, and when they least expect, harmless individuals are pounced down upon for some violation

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of a law the existence of which was until then unsuspected . Now such a system, or rather want of system, as this seems inexcusable, and liable to abuse to an unlimited extent . The captain of the boats may be the most upright of the upright, but he may equally be the exact opposite, and then the case is as bad as that of the Romans in old times—the unwritten laws can be made to back up anything under the sun he chooses to do or think . Why not do away with the possibility of this? Now is the time when we have a full complement of oarsmen among us to draw up a code of laws which may last . A meeting of those in the fours could be called, and the rules adopted, printed, or written out, signed by the captain, and each member of the committee provided with a copy, and they would know where they were.

DEBATING SOCIETY. N February 27th, the subject under discussion was furnished by

O the motion "that free education would not be beneficial ." L . W . Pickles in a somewhat lengthy and rambling speech, argued that it would be a great mistake financially, and further that the results would not be those which its promoters expected . He also urged that under the present circumstances it was unnecessary . The motion was seconded by R . Crosthwaite, who gave statistics respecting the results gained in America, which were generally adverse . He also brought forward the religious difficulties attendant on such a system . H . AV. Allan, who undertook the opposition, said he thought it hardly fair people should be forced to take what perhaps they did not want, and then to pay for it . The burden, lie said, by an equable scheme might be distributed in proportion among poor and rich ; and further he should be in favour of a technical education being imparted . J . G. Wilson was the next to attack the motion ; T . P . Clarke and H. Bloomfield spoke for it, as also A . C . Clarke, who compared the results of board and voluntary education . The President then summed up the arguments for and against, disposing of what seemed to him to be false logic, and then called on the mover to reply . When the division was taken the motion was carried by a majority of two. For the Motion so Against ... 8 Majority for

...

DEBITING SOCIETY.

March r3th . H . W. Allan brought a motion in favour of the disestablishment and disendowment of the church . This was a subject which should have called forth all the powers of our orators, but this it failed to do in a remarkable degree. We forbear therefore giving any account of the speeches . Rev . W . Routh speaking towards the end of the debate endeavoured to get together some coherant argument from what had been said, and expressed himself rather in favour of reform, which would render the circle of the church larger . The following spoke . For Against H . W. Allan . H . Bloomfield. H . McClellan . T . P . Clarke. N . Williamson . L. W . Pickles. R . Crosthwaite. A . C . Clarke. A . Pickles. Rev . W. Routh. On division the numbers were 3 For . . . Against ... . . . 13 . . . TO Majority against . . . On March 6th, the house met to discuss the motion of J . G . Wilson that the Queen ' s expenses should be curtailed . The mover began by asking the house to treat the question without prejudice, and then went on to give statistics as to the Queen's expenses, mentioning many useless offices which absorbed large sums . He mentioned with reference to an argument he had heard, namely "that the money eventually calve into the hands of the people, " that people who had to pay an increased rate did not want to enrich London shopkeepers or others, without deriving any benefits themselves . H . W . Allan in seconding instanced Lords of the Bedchamber as useless officials, and said he failed to see the good of the Queen's Porter receiving 500 a year for doing nothing . He also referred to the practices of the royal family of travelling in special steamers as extravagant . The opposition was opened by H . Bloomfield, who contended it would be a disgrace for England, the richest country in the world, to cut down the expenses of a Queen who had ruled over us so long and so well . That as it was the Queen' s income was not so large as that of either the Duke of Westminster or Norfolk ; while with regard to the cost of government

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Lord Beaconsfield had stated that that in England was not so costly as in France or America . W . Peck vindicated the right of the royal family to special steamers on the ground of safety; he was followed by T. P . Clarke, the discussion being then taken up by Rev . W . Routh. He assumed that it was granted a monarchy was the best form of government, our object then was to preserve the dignity of the Crown, but to avoid at the same time absurdity and grotesqueness, which some functions at present encouraged without being of any practical use. Mr . Wilson he said had underestimated the expenses, but he failed to see why a man should receive 250,000 for looking after the Royal Yachts when in all probability he never went near them ; a sum which was the salary of a dozen bishops and two hundred hard working clergymen . J . G. Wilson then replied, after which the house divided. For the motion ... . .. . . . ro Against 6 Majority for . . . ... 4 On March zoth, W. Peck moved that compulsory athletics would be for the good of the school . As might be expected this debate drew forth a larger number of speakers than we have yet heard . The mover in his opening speech urged that many boys could not be trusted to decide for themselves whether they would take part in sports or no, that therefore it would be no bad thing to decide for them, initiating small boys who might otherwise not dare to begin by themselves ; and in the case of older boys overcome by compulsion any lack of energy which at present kept them from doing what was best for themselves. He further brought forward the strength and manliness brought by participation in games, and expressed opinion that means might be found by which a system of compulsory athletics could be brought into force . \Vaud, who seconded the motion, adduced examples of schools where such a system existed, and further urged the advantage to be gained by compulsory subscriptions all round . In opening the opposition Wilson said that whatever athletics might do for the body it was well known that they, if enforced in all cases, were extremely prejudicial to work . The speaker instanced Eton as an example of a school which placed athleticism before everything else, and did very little in the line of school work proper . He also remarked how hard it would be on fellows who had engagements to have to turn up on every football or cricket match merely to look on, a proposal which formed part of the mover's programme. O . Whaley was the next

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speaker on the opposition side, and was followed by J . E . Gofton, who remarked upon the extreme improbability of forty fellows or so all having engagements every afternoon, as Wilson's argument would seem to imply . The discussion was carried on in a lively manner, speakers on either side not being wanting . The Rev . W. Routh regarded the question as an open one, but required more certain information as to how the system would be carried out . W . Peck then replied . On division the numbers were For the Motion 13 Against 9 Majority for 4 On March 27th, Rev . W. Routh moved that cremation be adopted instead of the present mode of burial . This subject did not seem to call forth in any marked degree the enthusiasm of our orators, as only three speakers were found to take a part in addition to the president. The latter in introducing his motion said there were many aspects from which this subject could be looked at, but that he would deal briefly with three alone . Firstly he shewed that considering the matter from a religious point of view, there was no more authority for our present manner of disposing of dead bodies than there was for any other . And that the religious objections raised were in reality founded on no more substantial foundation than habit and association, and the fact that we derived our religion from the Jews who disposed of their dead by burying them . Secondly, though he laid no stress on this point, cremation was more economical than burial . Thirdly, and this was very important indeed, the sanatory evils which it would cure . Words could not express the filthiness of our present system . He then proceeded to deal with some of the arg uments which are brought against the proposal,and asked that sentimentalism find no place in this discussion . R . Crosthwaite briefly seconded, lamenting his inability to throw much light on the matter, as he had not had time to make the subject his own . The only speaker on the opposition side was L . W. Pickles, who however as the voting showed failed to create much impression . The discussion now languished and Rev . W . Routh was forced to reply to such remarks as had been made on the opposite side .. For the motion 15 Against 4 For the motion

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BOAT RACES .

BOAT RACES. N Thursday, April 1st, the School Boat Races were begun

The O weather was cloudy but fair . The river, however, was. high, giving a very great advantage to the winner of the toss . Indeed, where the crews were at all equal, the current settled the matter. The first race decided was a senior pair oar . Waud and Bulman were the favourites ; they however only gained their victory by about two lengths, their opponents pulling very well. F. Bulman G. C . Wa,.id (str.) H, Whitby (cox .)

C . Gabb W . Allan (str .) C . Lane (cox .)

The Day Boys' third boat next met the third boat of Mr . Gilbert ' s house, and won very easily, pulling away from the start . It is to be regretted they had the side, as the race would have been closer, though the result would have been the same . DAY BOYS.

G . Lane (how) L . S . Carter T . Isherwood R . Wade (str .) C . Lane (cox .)

REV . C . GILBERT' S HOUSE.

J . Mortimer (bow) A . G . Egginton T . W . M . Bennet L . Greenwell J . Scarborough (cox)

The first heat of the Junior Pairs promised to be a good race, and so it proved as far as the corner. Here, however, owing to the presence of a barge moored so as to occupy as much room as possible, a foul occurred . As this could be adjudged to neither boat, it was decided to row over again another day . Metcalfe 's boat eventually won . C . Metcalfe F . Mitchel II . Metcalfe (str .) H . Place (str .) II. Whibley (cox .) F . Moss The Junior Four-oar race was very close as far as the corner, the day boys' holding a slight lead ; passing the bridge, however, they were left, the current much aiding their opponents. REV . C . GI BERT ' S HOUSE.

O . Whaley (bow) Il . C . Jackson G. M . C . Campbell A. H . J . Rouse (str.) J . Mortimer (cox.)

DAYBOYS.

Steward (bow) 'V . Procter E . Procter H . Hutchings (str.) C . Lane (cox.) E. S.

BO.1T RACES.

SENIOR HOUSE FOURS. REV . C . R . GILBERT'S HOUSE v . SCHOOL HOUSE.

The School House got away well at the start, and were soon a good length ahead . This lead they gradually increased to the Scarborough Bridge, where they were leading by upwards of two lengths, Crawshaw then put on a spurt and his boat began to gain, but Waud responding the School House drew away and eventually won by three lengths. SCHOOL, HOUSE. REV . C . GILBERT' S HOUSE. H . Bloomfield (bow) H . McClellan J . Simpson It . Crawshaw (str .) J . Mortimer (cox .)

F. Bulman (bow) II . Allan P . Clarke G. \Vaud (str.) R . Crosthwaite (cox .)

JUNIOR PAIRS. J . Mortimer (bow) G . Lane (str .) C . Lane (cox .)

\V. Procter (bow) L. Greenwell (str.) II . Whitby (cox.)

Greenwell led cff with a fast stroke and managed to keep his boat ahead to the boat-house, Lut Lane pulling a long steady stroke soon began to draw away, and at the Scarborough Bridge was two lengths ahead, which lead was further increased by Greenwell losing his oar. Lane's boat won by four lengths. JUNIOR HOUSE FOURS. REV. C . R . GILBERT ' S HOUSE .

SCHOOL HOUSE.

0 . Whaley (bow) II . Jackson G . Campbell II . Rouse (str .)

E . Stevenson (bow) H . Metcalfe L. Pickles J. Gofton (str.)

The School House got a good start, and at the boat-house were a length ahead of their opponents . Rouse, however, pulling a good stroke brought his boat to the front, and at Scarborough Bridge was clear of his opponents ; the race was then practically over, the School House being beaten by two-and-a-half lengths. SENIOR PAIRS. J . Wilson (bow) R . Crawshaw (str .) C. Lane (cox .)

H . Bloomfield (bow) H . McClellan (str.) J . Mortimer (cox .)

The boats raced evenly down to the corner, when a spurt took Crawshaw' s boat to the front, and it finally won by three lengths .

FIVES TOURNAMENT .

SIXTH FORM v . CIVIL. The Civil got the best of the start, and improved their lead to a length and a half, thanks mainly to the wind, which seemed to bother the Sixth considerably . This they maintained up to Scarborough Bridge, where Crawshaw making a grand spurt gradually drew up, and eventually won a good struggle by three quarters of a length. A . Rose (bow) VV. Gahb T . Simpson N . Williamson (str .) C . Lane (cox.)

If. Bloomfield (bow) T . Wilson T . P . Clarke R . Crawshaw (str .) J . F . Leaf (cox .)

FIVES. TOURNAMENT has been held this term, the games being played

A off at odd times for the last six weeks . At present the first place has been decided, but the second and third still remain to be settled . A A . C . Clarke beat E . Stephenson. B H . McClellan beat H . Bloomfield. C G. C . AVaud beat H . W . Allen. 1) IR . Crawshaw beat N . L . Hood. E F . Bulman beat O . Whaley. F H . F . Chadwick beat R . Crosthwaite. Winner of A v . winner of B. H. McClellan beat A . C . Clarke. Winner of C v . winner of D. R . Crawshaw beat C . C . Vaud. Winner of E v . winner of F. F . L' :ilman beat H . F . Chadwick. R . Crawshaw beat F . L'ulman. R . Crawshaw beat H . McClellan.

THE PROPOSED OLD PETERITE CLUB

THE PROPOSED OLD PETERITE CLUB.

N response to a wish that has been frequently expressed of late, a

I meeting was held in Oxford during the past term, at which

proposals were brought forward for the formation of an O . P . Club. A want for some more tangible bond of union between past members of the school than that which is afforded by stray and chance meetings on such occasions as Commemoration Day and the Theatricals has been often felt, and of the feeling the idea of a club is the practical expression . Among other things it was suggested that steps should be taken to revive the Old Peterite Dinner, and arrange matches (if possible, on a tour) at cricket and football with the school and other neighbouring clubs . It was, however, impossible at the time to forecast the amount of support with which the idea would meet elsewhere, and in consequence of this nothing definite could be decided upon at a meeting which naturally could not be more than tentative in nature; final arrangements were deferred until a more general meeting could be held in York of all those who should be found willing to become members. The result of this was to communicate with other O . P's in Cambridge and Edinburgh, by whom the idea was warmly taken up and sufficient promises were received to form a nucleus to work ;from. It was also decided, after some consideration, that the subscription should be fixed at five shillings a year, which should be collected by the Treasurer, and passed on by him to the Editors of the Peterite ; in return for this each member would receive a copy of the School Magazine, which was felt to be the best channel for communication between O . P's . Club colours were also selected, and are now being printed ; the flannel may be obtained either made up or in the piece, from Messrs . Foster & Co ., High Street, Oxford, by subscribers, but by no others . For the current year the payment of the Peterite subscription, where it has been already made, will be taken as an equivalent . - Those who have not already paid this, but wish to become members of the club, are requested to send in their subscriptions to E . W . Clayforth, Christ Church, Oxford, who is acting as temporary secretary until a general meeting can be held and the regular office elected. He will also be glad to answer any questions as far possible .

CORRESPONDENCE .

CORRESPONDENCE. To THE EDITORS OF THE PETERITE. DEAR SIRS,

Allow me to ask through you if the Captain and Secretary of the Cricket Club have this year been elected in a regular manner. In all previous years the surviving members of the Eleven have performed this office . This year as only three such remained, it was manifestly impossible for them to do so . Would it not therefore have been better if a meeting of the Upper School had been called to hold the election, instead of getting what eventually concerns the School done by a Committee over which the School has no control. ONE WHO HAS A RIGHT TO EXPRESS AN OPINION.

NOTES AND ITEMS. Bishop Hatfield's Hall, Durham, ordained Deacon by the Bishop of Durham.

F . W. GREENHOW, B .A .,

L . W . PICKLES

has obtained a Subsizership at Trinity College,

Cambridge. has been elected Captain of the Cricket Club, and O . Whaley, Secretary.

R . CRAWSHAW

R. CROSTHWAITE

has been elected Secretary of the Football Club.

Christ's College, was chosen as second blue to represent Cambridge, at the Inter- ' Varsity sports for "putting the weight ."

L . E. STEVENSON,

F. KILYINGTON HATTERSLEY' S new Concert Overture is to be performed

at the Leeds Autumn Musical Festival .

THE

P[T[RITE. Vol. . IX .

MAY, 1886 .

No . 6o.

A YORKSHIREMAN'S VIEWS ABOUT YORKSHIRE. ORhSHIRE is a grand county ! It is the most noble portion of \7 the greatest country of the mightiest empire of the world . And it is about Yorkshire—lofty but happy theme—that I have to speak. Need I then ask for consideration if I should seem now and then to be betrayed into a vein of undue complacency or boastfulness ? For really we Yorkshiremen are in such a position that we can hardly help boasting : we are so conscious of merit that we think it a mark of modest candour not to conceal the truth . By the way I have often been puzzled to understand other people's way of talking about us ; nor could I ever quite make out how it is that those who are so unhappy as not to be " Yorkshire " seem hardly so much impressed with our superiority as one would expect . Is it their envy that keeps them so often dumb to our praise ? or can it be that they are in ignorance of things as they are ? In either case their opinion is equally valueless; so, although it is curious, we need not concern ourselves any more about it . Surely we are the best judges of our own affairs, and our judgment on this point is singularly unanimous. One of the traits that we most cultivate and affect is a certain bluntness that often does duty for honesty ; in fact it not only does just as well, it very often does much better . The contemptible Southron may cringe and fawn on the hand that feeds him, but we are quite above that, though not above taking what advantage we can in our own way ; there is a fine rough hearty independence of manner about us that speaks for itself and quite disarms suspicion, and which pays better than any amount of cringing . This bluntness is decidedly a great thing . I know of a person who calls it rudeness or boorishness, but that is because he is the sufferer : I meant that it was a grand thing for us . Besides, what would men have ? It can never be expected

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for a moment that a Yorkshireman will consent to be servile ; and as none of us have ever seen the slightest difference between servility and civility, it follows that you cannot expect us to be civil either . And so if it is a fact that we are uncivil, it is one that we are rather proud of than otherwise. And then, too, our wit is another point we justly plume ourselves a good deal on, so much so that we don ' t often appreciate the efforts of strangers to be amusing ; and it is but fair to add that they seem to appreciate ours quite as seldom . A real Yorkshire joke ought to have a good deal of body in it, if one may take a metaphor from the wine trade ; it is not a mere conception or flimsy idea, but a good, substantial, ponderous fact, easily grasped, relating to every day life, and involving broad farcical or even gross incidents . Certainly there was a man I knew once who said that our wit was nothing but coarse humour ; but then I always said that this was because he was one who lacked that fine perception of the ludicrous that is inbred in Yorkshire blood . The same authority it was too, I think, who asserted that Yorkshire cleverness was nothing but low cunning. Could he have said anything more prejudiced and unfair ? I admit that we do not much care about your fine theories and grand abstractions ; but while most of us regard scholarship and philosophy with a mixture of suspicion and contempt, it is yet admitted on all hands that we exhibit in no common degree that hard-headed mastery of the practical and matterof-fact which is the kind of cleverness that every day life requires ; the kind in fact which pays, and what better test can there be ? And yet the person just alluded to actually ventured to say that our heads were " hard " because they were thick . People, I am aware, have often made complaints that the common Yorkshireman is dense, just because a stranger generally finds it necessary to repeat his remarks two or three times over before they seem to have penetrated his mind, and even then possibly only elicits a stare or a yawn by way of response. Now this just shows how easily one may be misunderstood . Stupid indeed ! why this behaviour proceeds not from our stupidity, but from our self-respect . There is nothing that we naturally resent and despise more than being patronized and questioned by every prig of a tourist that comes our way, and who thinks he knows so much better than we do about this, that, and the other ; and a seemly reticence is the appropriate means by which we mantain our dignity and express our contempt . Besides, we could never see why any one should want to

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be in such a dreadful hurry about things, and regard such impatience as a mark of foolishness and inferiority. And then to see our natural good sense, look at the prudence and caution we generally display in our statements ; so much so that objectors are actually unreasonable enough sometimes to betray irritation at it . For instance, does some one want to know the exact time? —how foolish it is, by the bye, to be so fussy about minutes ; we generally keep our clocks about an hour too fast, so as to be always ready. Is the time required? Your pert Southerner would have answered at once, " Twenty-one minutes and a half past three . " But not so fast ! We are not going to commit ourselves like that, though perhaps we could if we chose . We in Yorkshire after due delay interposed, for the sake of dignity or what not, reply perhaps, " It's mebbe gettin' on a bit i' th' efternoon, " or in words equally well chosen for vageness . Does a footsore pedestrian ask the distance to the next town ? In a like spirit we inform him for his guidance that it is " a ' canny bit, " or "a gudish step ; " but should he be so pressing as to repeat his question in more exact shape, we console him with the -humorous assurance that " he'll ken by he's gitten thar," and this too not because we do not know ourselves—we have possibly walked the distance every week of our lives—but because we don't choose to be forced to make definite or exact statements of any sort. Observe, too, as evidence that we Yorkshiremen belong to a class apart, the easy familiarity which we exhibit among one another, contrasted with the reserve and distrust that we regard strangers with . At a way-side railway station such a stranger shall notice his hitherto moody and silent fellow-passenger suddenly brighten up and hail a chance incomer by his Christian name, ask him about his cow, then .about his wife, and afterwards fall into a conversation conducted in ,language that can only be understood by the initiated . In fact there is I imagine among us a kind of freemasonry, or else a mesmeric sympathy, that attests the fact that we are different from other people. But what is the use of pointing out what we all see, or of proving that which we all know ? It is an axiom with us, which we are never tired of laying down, that in all possible ways " There is nothing like Yorkshire ." Like the clown in " All's well that ends well," with his unfailing " Oh, Lord, Sir !" there is for us one simple but infallible sway of escape from awkward positions, that " will fit any question from below your duke to beneath your constable," and it is "Sir, I'm a Yorkshireman !"

MOUNTAIN HOTELS IN SWITZERLAND. always considered, indeed known, that editors of magazines, I HAVE school or other, have a bad time of it ; but I think that even they have their revenge, when their dilatory contributor, who has easily allowed himself to be persuaded " to write something some day, " is at last forced to promise to write something, and that instantly . A human being so situated emits the usual signals of distress by proceeding to lay in a superabundance of paper, superabundance of pens, and then looks about for a subject . The first and often insuperable difficulty has in my case been overcome, for here I am committed, not without misgivings at least, to a text . " Mountain Hotels in Switzerland," that 's my subject ; and let me tell you the subject being defined to be " that about which something is said," it's just as well to provide yourself (unless of course you're a schoolboy construing in class) with something about which you intend to say something, even if you have nothing to say about it. Here, then, I feel I'm inexpugnable if not plain ; but with regard to the something to be said I still have my doubts whether I shall not be in the position of Mr . Moyley's old parishioner, who migrated from her native village for a year or two to the States, and on being pressed by her gossips, on her return, to relate her experience, replied that by what she could make out, folk there lived very much as they did at home . And, indeed, it ware observed even before Horace's time that a sea passage changed no one's temperament, but one's temperature . But for an Englishman am inclined to think the Straits of Dover often do both, for he h been seen on the Continent sociable and even hilarious . You sh judge. In speaking of mountain hotels, I must be understood to include only those above an altitude of about 5,000 feet, and to exclude pints like the Righi . You may wonder at the reservation, but I choose it deliberately . For to say nothing of the Righi, which has forfeited al) right to the name of a mountain at all, no less a height will eliminate the American element, which, if you have travelled, you will know to . be desirable—at least in Switzerland . I will suppose then that the traveller is something of an invalid, at any rate for the time, and that he comes to such an hotel not for a night or two, but for two or three weeks, with no hope of being strong enough for real mountaineering, but to breathe the keen pure air and eat the bread of idleness . At

MOUNTAIN HOTELS IN SWITZERLAND .

#able d' hits he will find himself among some seventy or eighty of his

compatriots, who seem to know each other pretty extensively, and arc 'most of them relating their experiences—I don't mean religious, but of the day . Here is a clergyman, with grown up sons and a daughter, Mere a lady, who seems a sort of mistress of the ceremonies, here a hard-worked barrister, here a schoolmaster ; you may throw in a dean or two, a bishop even, and a popular dissenting minister . Not far off are three undergraduates from Cambridge or Oxford . They arrived just before dinner, and will disappear at an unearthly hour before any one is up on the morrow, with ropes, ice axes, and taciturn Swiss guide, who will conduct them over I know not what precipitous heights and glaciers, to appear late at night, dog-tired but very happy, at their next Testing place . But this is the migratory population of the Swiss season, that is never happy unless it is seeing what amount of fatigue it can -endure, and never stops more than a night at one place, unless indeed bad weather sets in, when these unfortunates find their occupation gone, and are only too glad to take any part in whatever is going, theatricals, waxworks, or what not . Yes, the new visitor soon discovers that something is toward ; there are endless consultations, whisperings, mysteries, and the arrival is announced for a certain evening of Mrs. So-and-So ' s celebrated collection of waxworks . Happy, thrice happy, he if some irrepressible person does not come up to urge him to personate shall we say Robinson Crusoe . Let not the unwary soul fall into the snare . If in an evil moment he consents, he will have to stand for a good hour quite motionless contemplating a footprint in the sand, until the showman comes to cut jokes about him and put him through ridiculous movements. He may amuse himself, however, with the misfortunes of his neighbours . Who are these next him wrapped in blankets? The story is from Mark Twain . After being on their legs all day Smith and Jones arrive at the hotel on the top of the Righi, late at night and dog-tired, but determined to get up to see the sun rise on the morrow . They do get up and dress in the fragmentary way usual on such occasions . A blanket, like charity, covers many deficiencies . They are now in a conspicuous position at the topmost top. " Magnificent ! eh, Jones ?" " For how not, Smith ?" Interval of ten minutes, while Smith and Jones admire the view. " But I say, Jones, it seems to me to be getting darker ; and why are all these people laughing at us ? " The fact is our friends have overslept themselv es, and it is sunset, not sunrise, they are watching . Every mountain

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hotel has its favourite expedition or expeditions, not above the mod rately enthusiastic, just sufficiently hard not to bore those who are more ambitious . Here all combine to enjoy themselves . A huge party formed, and they go up hill and down dale to picnic on some mount summit . They are still happier if there is a snow slope down which tiglizzard . They take their places in a long row one atop of the other. Away they go, and the snow rushes up all around them . In this wa time soon passes ; thus we carve a portion from the solid day ; and the evening, as I said, there is dancing, theatricals, and so on . Th society is chiefly English at these places, with a certain sprinkling o` `. other nationalities . No American goes to any place where he canno carry an enormous box three yards cubed ; no German where he canna have all the windows closed all day and every day . It is curious to find how many clergymen start into existence on a Sunday . Nothing but a white tie, perhaps not that, has distinguished them during the . week from the herd ; yet here they are to-day all gone into mourning. It is curious, too, to observe how some contrive to combine thin ;<< incompatible, a certain distinctive garb with an athleticism truly lay They sacrifice either colour or cut . Thus they appear in the right cut,; but wrong colour ; or the right colour, but wrong cut. I have heard of a clergyman who perambulated Switzerland in a Norfolk suit black cloth with white tie, but do not myself believe this, and do ns' ask you to. At last comes the day (and I feel no confidence that my reade are not glad to hear it is approaching) when it is time to move on.. Your seat at table d' Irate is to know you no more ; your bedroom a. stranger shall occupy. Such friends as you have made will accompany, you a little distance on your way, and there under the pine trees your shall make your half merry half sad farewells . For a week or more you have known them and learnt to like them, but you will never set them again . Should you happen to stumble upon one or other of them! years after in England, they will be altered, the same and yet not theta same. See, they are calling a last good bye as they watch you disap pearing round the mountains . Shoulder your knapsack, my friend, and let your alpinstock ring upon the stones ; foot it bravely ; don't_ you remember that Archbishop Leighton, than whom no prelate wasw more holy, used to say a man should die in an inn ? A.

SCHOOL LETTER. NE long wail at the weather would in all probability express the

O feelings which have occupied the majority of the School so far this term . In the mornings it has looked fairly promising, but as surely as the afternoon approached the rain came too . Only twice has it been possible to have a game, while practice has been seriously interfered with . Under these circumstances it is hard to make any prognostications as to the fortunes which will attend our arms in cricket . We have only three of last year 's team remaining, and with Whaley, who has been appointed Secretary, this leaves seven vacancies to be filled up, to do which no very striking talent has as yet shown itself. As far as we can judge the bowling will be weaker than the batting. But McClellan has shown fair form . Whaley, so far, has not fulfilled the promise of last year, but will doubtless improve as the season goes on ; there are several more who can bowl but have never yet been tried for the School . With regard to batting, Crawshaw is stylish and will, we hope, do great things for us ; his score in the " Six v . Twelve " was very neatly put together. McClellan also seems to have improved, while the two Procters and \Vaud should prove useful . Our list of fixtures is a fairly long one, and includes we see matches with Clifton and Flaxton, which for the last year or two have been discontinued. We feel we must not bring our efforts to a close without congratulating the headmaster on the addition of a son to his family ; as yet he is nameless, but we hope he may live a long life of usefulness and prosperity .

OXFORD LETTER. HE hopes of warm weather, which at the beginning of term seemed

T in a good way of being realised, have been sadly disappointed.

The fine warm clays with which May began have been followed by continuous cold and wet, This has interfered very much with cricket, and has made rowing very unpleasant. The eights begin on May 27th, and last for six nights . At present the pick seem to be Magdalen, with Girdlestone stroke and Unwin 7, and Corpus, whose boat is head of the river. New are very fairly strong, and aided by the Macleans should prove a good boat . The question of headship depends on the

OXFORD LETTER.

improvement Corpus and Magdalen may make in the next week. Corpus are very strong, but Magdalen row in far better style than any other boat, and will make a good attempt to gain the place of honour. The coaches have had a very unpleasant time lately, and may be seen running bare-legged up and down the flooded banks. Cricket, too, has been rendered very unenjoyable by the cold and wet . All the trial matches so far have been spoilt from a cricket point of view. In the Seniors' match Glennie, of Keble, showed splendid form for 138 in the second innings of Mr . Cobb ' s side . He, with Coles, put on 22o for the first wicket, the latter having made 7o in good style . H . T . Arnall-Thompson, whom some will remember as having appeared for Leicestershire under the name of Arnall, did the best piece of bowling . In the Freshmen's match, Rashleigh, Foster, Wreford-Brown and Bateson batted as well as could be expected on the treacherous wicket, while Rawlinson and Bromley Martin bowled the best, the former obtaining twelve wickets for 83, and the latter six for 24 . St . Peter's was represented by H . W . Rhodes, who, however, failed to come off. The Eleven beat Sixteen Freshmen by an innings and 12 runs . Wreford-Brown and Rashleigh again showed the best form with the bat . Bradby, of whom so much was expected, has done nothing yet, and A . P . Watson, of Harrow renown, has not done as much as was expected of him . But perhaps when the weather becomes more suitable for cricket they will regain their school form . The first match is against the Australians, on May 27, 28, 29, to be followed by matches against Surrey, Lancashire, and M .C .C . There is not much hope of our being able to repeat our victory of ISS4 over the Colonists, as we shall be very weak in bowling. It is to be hoped, however, that Whitby will regain his old form this year, as with the exception of the Freshman from Malvern—Rawlinson—there is no fast bowler of any note . The plan for removing College Cricket to the Parks is now again under the consideration of the Council . The change from the dead wickets of Cowley Marsh to the splendid ground in the Parks would be beneficial in every way. Another sad drowning accident occurred at Iflley a week or so ago, which ended in the death of a little girl of thirteen, who fell out of a punt, and was carr ied through the open mill weir at Iffley, and drowned . A child who fell in at the same time was rescued by a sailing boat. The evidence at the inquest proved that the girl's life

CAMBRIDGE LETTER .

might easily have been saved, and a severe censure was passed on the deputy lock-keeper, who was chiefly to blame. The New Theatre continues to flourish, and has been visited by some good comedy ccmpanies . We are to be visited soon by Henry Irving, who will give some lectures on the " Age of Shakespeare ." 1V. G . Wilson and H . W . Rhodes are playing for their College Eleven.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. I IE tripos fever is again at its height . The one cry is, " What are

T you going to get, " and the wretched victim replies with a sepulchral groan, " Oh, a plough ; or if I ' m lucky, a low third . " Only two Old Peterites are in for honours this year, Stevenson, who will probably take a good second, and another, who is a hot favourite for the wooden spoon, but owing to modesty does not wish his name to appear. In the athletic world cricket is again prominent . The 'Varsity have seven old choices, and with several very promising Freshmen, we need have no anxiety as to the result of the Inter-'Varsity match. Doubtless the eleven will have to be chosen more from the reputation of the players, than from this year's form, as the shortness of the term and the bad weather have made it impossible to give every one a fair trial . At present the most prominent among the seniors are Porter, of Trinity, Moline, and Mirehouse, of Jesus ; of the Freshmen, Thomas, the late Eton captain, and Butler, of Harr ow, ought to have a very good chance of obtaining their blue . We must not forget to mention . that Stevenson is captain of Christ ' s Eleven, and Lord has been playing for Clare . having an average of 26 for five matches. The races this year will in all probability produce much more excitement than in previous years . Jesus will have to do all they know to keep head, having had a run of bad luck, their 7, Fairbairn, being laid up with jaundice, and their 5 being unable to row owing to examinations . Third Trinity have got four blues, and four men who will at least be trial eight men, so ought to go head easily . Of the -other boats, Emmanuel, Clare, and perhaps Corpus will go up . We .are sorry to see that Little is not able to keep his place in Trinity Hall third, his sliding being faulty ; we would recommend Peterites

BOAT RACES.

not to bucket to Poppleton and back in the " Slider " if they wish to• obtain a place in a college crew, as bad sliding is never got rid of . We must not conclude without congratulating Clarke on his being chosen to play tennis for Corpus .

BOAT RACES. SENIOR PAIRS . (Prize given by Mrs . Gilbert .) FINAL. J . Wilson (how) R . Crawshaw (str .) J . Mortimer (cox .)

F . Bulman (bow) G . C . Wand (str .) II. Whitby (cox )

Little energy was shown in this race, and Wilson and Crawshawwon by about one length . Bloomfield and McClellan afterwards rowed off for seconds, but Waud and Bulman had it all their own way. JUNIOR SCULLS . (Prize given by Mr . Newman .) II . Metcalfe

F. Mitchell.

A good race ensued, and Mitchell won by half a length. FINAL. F . Mitchell

G . Lane.

Mitchell paddled away from the start, and won by about nine . lengths . JUNIOR PAIRS . (Prize given by Mr . C . Johnson .) FINAL. J . Mortimer (bow) G. Lane (str .) C . Lane (cox .)

C . Metcalfe (how) II . Metcalfe (str .) II . Whitby (cox)

The river was in terrible condition when this race was rowed, being more like a heavy sea . Lane and Mortimer pulled well throughout, and although inferior in size, won cleverly by four lengths. SENIOR SCULLS . (Prize given by Mr . Atkinson .) R . Crawshaw .' . N . Williamson.

This race was exceedingly exciting. Crawshaw did not seem to exert himself much till he ran into the bank, giving Williamson some four lengths lead . Getting well into " the straight," Crawshaw put on a grand spurt, and caught Williamson up on the post, where a foul ensued in mid-stream . On the race being rowed over, Crawshaw won. with comparitive ease by three lengths .

R011' RACES .

FINAL. J . Wilson

it . Crawshaw.

Wilson, the last year's winner, had the race pretty well in his ovIn. hands at the corner. The remainder was a paddle over, won by four lengths . SENIOR PAIRS. A . Rose (bow) N . Williamson (str ) C . Lane (cox .)

F . Bulman (bow) G . C. Waud (str.) H . Whitby (cox)

A good race resulted as far as the Corner, where Williamson unfortunately fouled, through being too closely steered, and thus lost the race . SECOND JUNIOR HOUSE FOURS . (FINAL,) SCHOOL HOUSE v . DAY BOYS. SCHOOL HOUSE . DAYBOYS. C . Metcalfe (bow) G . Lane (bow) H . Metcalfe E . D . Carter F . Mitchell T . Isherwood N . Hood (str .) R . Wade (str.) J . Leaf (cox .) C . Lane (cox .)

The School House were in the rear at the start, but soon caught up their opponents . At the Corner they were a clear length ahead, and pulling in far superior style to the Day Boys, won by a good three lengths . SENIOR FOURS . (FINAL.) SCHOOL HOUSE v. DAY BOYS. DAY BOYS . SCHOOL HOUSE. A. Rose (bow) F . Bulman (bow) C . W . Gabb H . W . Allan J . Wilson T . P . Clarke N . Williamson (An) G . C . Waud (str .) C . Lane (cox .) R . Crosthwaite (cox .)

The Day Boys obtained a slight lead at the start, and as the School House did not settle down to work, increased it, winning by about three lengths . Both crews were done, but the School House did not pull so well as against the Rev . C . R . Gilbert's. SCHOOL z' . OLD BOYS. OLD BOYS. E . A. Lane (bow) W . G. Wilson R . D . C . Rose II . W . Rhodes (str.) C . E . Tyndale-Biscoe (cox.)

SCHOOL. F . Bulman (bow) C . W . Gabb J . G . Wilson R . Craw.shaww (str.) J. Mortimer (cox .)

Both boats got away well at the start, the Old Boys having a slight advantage . Their lead was increased, and Crawshaw spurted in vain, the Old Boys winning easily by about three lengths.

DEBATING SOCIETY. N April roth this society held its last meeting . There was a very

O fair attendance, W . Peck bringing a motion that it would he

injurious to abolish capital punishment . The mover spoke of the death penalty as having most weight with a man likely to commit murder, who would not stop to think of the misery of a prison life, but would be appealed to directly if his neck were in danger . He instanced Ireland as an example of what was likely to become the case in England if capital punishment was abolished . H . Bloomfield briefly seconded the motion, expressing his opinion that death was the only punishment equal to or likely to stop the crime of murder . In opposing, L . W. Pickles pointed out that the object of punishment was not to gratify a sort of spirit of revenge supposed to exist in the law, but to lead to improvement in the future . He objected to the reference to Ireland, which was not at all a parallel case, and further advocated the advisability of having degrees in the crime of murder, with appropriate penalties . The discussion was continued by J . G . Wilson, who said if Ireland were not a fair parallel at least France was, and that there the abolition of the death penalty had led to an enormous increase of crime . H . McClellan spoke somewhat amusingly on such a grim subject, on the opposition side, and was followed by Rev . W . Routh, who said he was able to support what was said by a former speaker as to the object of punishment, and also in some other particulars, as that of degree . France had been quoted for the motion, but Switzerland could equally be brought against it, and he was of opinion that some change in the law was needful . W . Peck then replied . On division the numbers were found to be equal, the chairman therefore gave his casting vote, which was against the motion. For the Motion Against ... Majority against

.. r r 12 ...

After the numbers had been read, votes of thanks were proposed and carried to Mr . Routh for his services in the chair, and to the ladies who had been good enough to lend their presence at the debates, thus bringing the meetings for the term to a close .

CRIChET. FIXTURES .—FIRST ELEVEN. May 29 . Clifton, home. June I . North Riding Asylum, away. June 5 . St . John's College, home. June 10. Yorkshire Gentlemen, away. June 12 . York Law, away. June 15 . Flaxton, home. June 17 . York, away. June 19 . Durham Grammar School, home. June 22. Yorkshire Gentlemen, away. June 24 . J . Walker's team, home. June 26 . Ripon Grammar School, away. June 29. Old Boys, home. July I . York Law, home. July 3 . Durham Grammar School, away. July 6. York, home. July 8 . J . Walker's team, home, July 10 . Leeds Grammar School, away. FIXTURES .—SECOND ELEVEN. June 17. St . Olave's School, home. June 26. Archbishop Holgate's School, home. July 3 . St . Olave's School, home. July lo . Archbishop Holgate's School, home. July 17. St . George's College, Harrogate, home.

FIRST SIX v. NEXT THIRTEEN. FIRST SIX. FIRST INNINGS. H, T . McClellan, c Jackson b Itulman R . Crawshaw, c Scarbrough b Bulman G. C . Ward, b Scarbrough . E. Procter, c Jackson b Scarbrough . W . K. Procter, b Scarbrough 0. W. Whaley, not out Total

. . . .

5 . 13 . I 6 IO 2

SECOND INNINGS. b Scarbrough 13 b Scarbrough 45 b Mitchell 5 b Mitchell 8 c Williamson b Metcalfe , o not out 6 Extras 3

. 37

Total

FIRST SIx .—First Innings. O. DI . F. Bulman . . . . II 0 J . Scarbrough . . . 11 4 J . Scarbrough F . Bulman . F. Mitchell . G. Campbell . H. Metcalfe .

Second Innings. . . . 12 . . . 7 . . . 11 . . . 4 . . . 3

0 I 1

R. 24 13

\V. 2

27 18 25 6 I

2 O 2 0 I

OBITUARY. NEXT THIRTEEN. FIRST INNINGS. N . Williamson, c Crawshaw b McClellan E. Carter, b McClellan F. Mitchell, run out II . Jackson, b McClellan F. Bulman, b McClellan T . Scarbrough, c Procter b McClellan J . E. Gofton, b Procter T. Isherwood, b McClellan II . \V . Allan, b McClellan R . Crosthwaite, c and b McClellan J . G. Wilson, b Whaley Mr . Yeld, not out II, Metcalfe . b Whaley Extras

I o 3 28 3 3 8 3 3 6 o 3

Total

SECOND INNINGS. Mr. Yeld, b Whaley N . Williamson, run out F. Bulman, b McClellan II . W . Allan, b Whaley T . Scarbrough, b McClellan IL Jackson, st McClellan b Whaley F . Mitchell, run out J . G. Wilson, b Whaley T . E . Gofton, b Whaley H. Metcalfe, b Whaley E . Carter, not out G. Campbell, c McClellan b Whaley T . Isherwood, b Whaley Extras

6 o o 3 5 2 o o 2 I2 o o 3

Total

NEXT TIIIRTEEN .—First Innings. 0. M. R. II . T . McClellan . . 17 2 29 O . W . Whaley . . . 15 6 14 W. F . Procter . . . 5 0 17 . . . . 2 I 4 E . Procter

AV. 8 2 I 0

Second Innings. . . 16 II . T . McClellan 18 O . W . Whaley . . . W . K . Procter . . . 3

2 8 0

9 8 0

12 15 3

3bttuar . ON MAY 25TH, SERGEANT MAJOR SMITII, FOR

YEARS DRILL SERGEANT AT ST . PETER ' S SCHOOL.

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CORRESPONDENCE .

BIRTHS. On April 22nd, the wife of G . Yeld, Esq ., of a son. On May 23rd, the wife of Rev . E . Bulmer of a son. On May 25th, the wife of Rev . H . M . Stephenson of a son.

CORRESPONDENCE. To THE EDITORS OF THE PETERITE. SIRS,

I cannot help thinking that the Theatricals would better attain their end, or, at least my conception of it, if the present system of preparation and rehearsals were discontinued . The alterations I would suggest are : (I) The play to be selected and the caste arranged during this term. (2) No rehearsals until the actors know their parts. (3) That it should be the duty of the prompters and committee to see that the parts were known within a certain time. If I may venture to speak on the strength of three years intimate connection with the management of the theatricals and subsequent observation, I should say that no improvement is ever made till the last fortnight, that is till the actors begin to have a fair knowledge of their parts . The rehearsals up to this point are as if they had not been ; as to the practice of reading from books, it is sheer waste of time . I will go further than this ; I say that ignorance of a part during the last dozen rehearsals, though slight, means bad acting at the performance . 1 do not allude to a complete stoppage on the very tight, though I have in my time looked forward to that with fear and trembling . What I mean is this :—The rehearsals may be divided into three sections ; (r) reading, (2) without books and before the parts are known, (3) final preparation, when the parts are supposed to be known . Of these the second is wasted ; the first worse than wasted, for it is hurtful . And for this reason, the principal and primary difficulty the actor has to contend with is nervousness, fear at the sound of his own voice ; this can only be overcome by growing accustomed to the sound of speaking his part naturally, not that of reading it, perhaps without intelligence . Reading, then, cannot overcome this ; it cannot even teach the part ; all it can do is to encourage a monotonous delivery after the part has been learned : a defect that is the hardest

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of all to remove . The best and boldest swimmers are those who have been thrown into the water and left to themselves . The second set is also wasted : till the actor knows his part he cannot afford to attend to advice offered ; his time is fully engaged with thinking about what comes next, instead of what is now. How can he enter into the present situation and his own relation to it, when his mind is engrossed with some speech ten or fifteen lines in the future? Why is it that there is more stumbling in the last week than the fortnight before? If the greater portion of the rehearsals has any positive result, it is that it breeds a number of bad habits that are almost unconquerable . Beyond this, the moral effect is bad ; the weary round makes the actors listless, and intensifies the faults that result from the style of preparation . It is of the younger actors I would mainly speak, seeing that their age and position prevents them from speaking for themselves . Their acting was the feature of last theatricals ; this alone is sufficient claim for consideration . What they complain of is the constant night after night ; they soon repent their rash enthusiasm at the first ; then all is a weary blank till the dresses arrive to wake them up again . It is not so with the older actors ; they have the excitement of managing and many other things to interest them all the time ; the younger a r e more or less slaves : and I take the theatricals to defeat their main object unless they afford pleasure to those who spend all their nights upon them . All this would, I think, be avoided, if the above suggestions were adopted. The theatricals would be better, and the work for.all engaged pleasanter, and the time less ; the actors would only have to learn their parts instead of reading it, etc ., besides ; the prompters would have more time for the other duties at the last ; nor ought the committee, at present an idle ornament, to grudge a little of the time, that they would also be saved from the rehearsals, in trying to make the theatricals a greater success, and more enjoyable for spectators and performers alike .

NOTES AND ITEMS. The Old Boys match will be played on June 29th . All who wish to play are requested to send their names to O . W. Whaley. J . H . P . Fowler has gained the Chancellor ' s Prize for an English Essay. Rev . F . M . Haregreaves, Keble Coll ., Oxford, has taken his M .A. degree .

THE

PET [RITE. Vol, . IX .

SEPTEMBER, 1886 .

No . 6r & 62.

EDITORIAL. " ri"HE Editors will be glad to receive contributions from present Peterites . " This is a notice which frequently appears in this journal, but which meets with surprisingly little response . Complaints are frequently heard that the Peterite is stale, or that there is nothing worth reading in it ; but those who utter these complaints are, for the most part, the very last who would think of exerting themselves to amend such a state of affairs . Two unfortunate individuals are elected as Editors, and on them is imposed the somewhat thankless task of providing amusement and instruction for the Peterite mind . Surely such a state of things ought not to exist . If we look at other school magazines we find a very considerable portion devoted to correspondence from members of the school on various topics of school interest. Why should the Peterite be peculiar in this respect and be, so to speak, boycotted by those who ought to be its chief supporters ? If a brilliant idea for the good of the school suggests itself to anyone, what more natural means of giving it publicity could he find than the Peterite ? As a matter of fact it is the very last to which he would have recourse. If Peterites will but communicate their ideas the Editors will be only too delighted to give them publicity, and thus this journal might fulfil the true object of a school magazine, which surely is to air the views of members of the school. In conclusion, we must apologise for the late appearance of this number, which is in a great measure due to a change of Editors and a slight confusion necessarily attendant thereupon.

ATHLETIC SPORTS. IIE sports came off on Monday and Tuesday, July the 26th and 27th . Both days their success was materially marred by bad weather . On Monday the rain, which had fallen heavily throughout the night and continued up to 11 o ' clock in the morning, left the

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ground in such a state that it was decided to limit the programme to the following events :—Putting the Weight, Long Jump (open and under 15), the Heats of loo yards (open), the Mile, and Throwing the Cricket Ball (under 15) . Tuesday, as far as weather was concerned, was a considerable improvement, only one or two light showers falling during the afternoon . As regards the sports, the entries were not so good as usual, some of the fields being very small . The Committee consisted of R . Crawshaw, J . G . Wilson, and R . Crosthwaite . The Judges were H . W . Rhodes, Esq , E. Haynes, Esq ., and Rev. H . S. Commeline ; while A . W . Hales, Esq ., filled the post of starter . At the close of the proceedings Mrs . Gilbert, in the absence of Mrs. Stephenson, very kindly gave away the prizes to the successful competitors. The sports were as follows :-MONDAY. PUTTING THE WEIGHT.

T. P . Clarke, 1 ; G. Birks, 2 ; F. Bulman, 3. This event was not so good as last year, probably owing to the slippery state of both ground and weight. Distance, 2S feet 7 inches. IIUNDRED YARDS, OI'EN.

First I-Icat. J . E . Gofton, i ; O . W. Whaley, 2 ; E . Hicks, 3. Won easily . Second Heat. R . Crosthwaite, 1 ; H . Chadwick, 2 ; G . P,irks, 3. Won by two yards. LONG JUMP, OPEN.

J . E. Gofton, t ; F . Bulman, 2 ; R . Crosthwaite, 3. Gofton only succeeded in clearing 17 feet to inches, but this must be attributed to the soft ground, seeing that in practice he had cleared 20 feet I inch. LONG JUMP, UNDER 15.

C . Metcalfe, r ; W. Carter, 2 ; A. Hudson, 3, Distance, 14 lest 8 inches. MILE RACE.

R . Crawshaw, I ; J . E. Gofton, 2 ; J . Wilson, 3. Crawshaw led at the start, Whaley second, and Wilson third . This order was maintained to the last lap but one, when Gofton, quickening with a fine spurt, overtook Wilson and Whaley, but failed to reach Crawshaw, who won lo yards to the good . Time, 5 minutes, lo seconds.

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'I 'IIROWING THE CRICKET BALI, UNDER 15. F . Mitchell, 1 ; C . Metcalfe, 2 ; W. Carter, 3. The winner threw 66 yards 6 inches.

TUESDAY. IIIGrr Jum p , OPEN. J . E . Gofton, r ; E . Stephenson, 2 ; F . Bulman and H . McClellan, 3. The jumping was better than usual, the number of competitors being unusually large . Stephenson's style of jumping was much admired . Height, 4 feet 1r inches. HIGH JUMP, UNDER 15. C . Metcalfe, 1 ; H . Stephenson, 2 ; A . Hudson, 3 . Height, 4 feet 4 inches. 100 YARDS, OPEN. J . E . Gofton, 1 ; W . \\'haley, 2 ; R . Crosthwaite, 3. Gofton won as he liked ; two yards separated the second and third. 100 YARDS, UNDER 15. C. Metcalfe, 1 ; \V . Carter, 2 ; A . L . Bird, 3. Metcalfe ran very well, taking the lead from the first. 100 YARDS, UNDER 13, S . Bingham, 1 ; II . Stephenson, 2 ; T . Bingham, 3. An easy win for Bingham, as expected. QUARTER MILE. J . E. Gofton, r ; R . Crawshaw, 2 ; R. Crosthwaite, 3. Seven entered for this event . A capital start was effected . Gofton making the pace was followed closely by Crawshaw and Crosthwaite. This order was unchanged throughout the race, although Gofton increased his lead. THROWING THE CRICKET BALL, OPEN. II . Jackson, 1 ; \V. Procter, 2 ; II . McClellan, 3 .

Distance, 81 yards 6 inches.

The winner of this event may be congratulated on his throw, and shows great promise for the future. IIANDICAP, UNDER 15. C . Metcalfe, 1 ; A . L . Hudson and W . Carter, 2. MUSIC RACE-QUARTER MILE. R. Crawshaw (scratch), I ; R . Crosthwaite (5 yards), 2 ; II . Bloomfield (25 yards), 3. Only three men turned out for this race . Crosthwaite caught Bloomfield about ISO yards from the post. A sharp struggle then ensued between him and Crawshaw for first place, ending in favour of the latter .

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RACE OVER HURDLES, OPEN. R. Crosthwaite, 1 ; H . Jackson, 2 ; J . E . Gofton, 3. Jackson led at the start, but, owing to his mistaking the course, Crosthwaite passed him, and won easily. HURDLE RACE, UNDER 15. A . L . Bird, 1 ; C . Metcalfe, 2 ; H . Whitby, 3. Metcalfe started well, but unfortunately failing to manage the second hurdle, was passed by Bird . POLE JUMP. F . A . Bulman, I ; H. Jackson and G . Chilman, 2 . IIeight, 7 feet 9 inches. This event was quite up to expectation, and produced some very plucky jumping. HURDLE HANDICAP. II . Jackson, I ; R . Crosthwaite . 2 ; R. Crawshaw, 3. Jackson hurdling well, came in an easy first. OLD Bons' RACE .-QUARTER MILE. J . Ford, I ; J . L . Procter, 2. Only four started in this race . At the end of the first lap Rose led, closely pressed by Rhodes, Procter and Ford following at a short distance behind . This order was. maintaine 1 up to about 30 yarls from the finish, when Ford put in a good spurt, which brought him past the tape 5 yards to the good. THREE-LEGGED RAC,^,. R. Crawshaw and F . Bulman, 1 ; Birks and Metcalfe, 2. CONSOLATION RACK :. 0 . \V . AWhaley, 1 .

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OURS truly" is going to be very bold and strike out a new line for himself ; however loth so to do, he will leave his timehonoured friend the weather alone, and not work to death a willing horse that has often served for whole pages of news . Suffice it that the hopes of warm weather are hopes still. No sooner has he done this than he realises the greatness of his loss; there is little but cricket and boating to tell of, and of these nearly all that can be said was anticipated by the last Oxford correspondent ; it was unfair of him to monopolise the sun and the news both, and not give his successor a look in anywhere . For example—in the eights, Magdalen, as predicted, went ahead ; they fully deserved their place, being one of the very best boats seen on the river for some yeaPs .-

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New College, however, pressed them hardly, mainly owing to that grand pair of oarsmen, the two Macleans . Neither of these two boats is likely to appear at Henley, but Trinity, elated by four or five bumps, talk of sending a four there . The only other Oxonian representatives I know of are the brothers Maclean for the Goblets and Unwin for the Diamond Sculls . I only wish the first were as sure to repeat last year's success as the latter—still all luck to them both. As regards cricket, we have not been very fortunate ; Page is perhaps the only man in the whole eleven to be relied on . Yet if all played up to their proper form I think their opponents, however skilful to direct the wily leather, would have no joy of a real July afternoon . I expect the new choices will be Rashleigh and Cobb—these may be set down as certain ; the other two vacancies lie between Watson, Hewett, and Arnall Thompson ; of these, unluckily, I fear the last will be needed, much as one would like to see someone else in his place if it were possible . Unfortunately, however, Oxford bowling has not shown up in a very favourable light since the Surrey match ; the second innings of Lancashire, 109 for one wicket, and the considerable score made by the M .C .C ., make us consider the triumphs in the Australian and Surrey matches as more lucky than we are pleased to confess . A few words must be spared for the I .C .C . match, W . G . Grace did make his mark on his first appearance at the Parks ground, 104 runs in one innings and all ro wickets for 49 runs in the second attempt of the 'Varsity . We must, however, remember that hey, Hildyard, Whitby, and Arnall Thompson were all in the schools, and Cochrane was unable to play owing to damages . Of course a correspondent is expected to have something to say of the Inter-Varsity match—going by rule we ought to win—we expected to win last year and also in the boat race this year, and lost ; Cambridge expected to win the sports and didn't . The inference is that those who expect little get much ; er, o Oxford are to be the winners at Lords on July 5—7 . Seriously, however, our chances are better than they appear on paper . The question is "will the eleven show its proper form ? Oxford has suffered from a dearth of jokes lately—the following might however appear in " things one would have left unsaid " —Scene : A garden party . Interlocutors, a guest and the hostess . He (affably) "So good of you to think of me at the last minute ." She (absently and unfortunately) " 0 yes, I remember none of the people I wanted could accept ." 0 DOD .

FOOTBALL. I. HISTORY OF TILL•' GAME. Then strip lads, and to it, though sharp be the weather, And if by mischance you should happen to fall, There are worse things in life than a tumble on heather, And life is itself but a game of football .

Sir 11 . Scott.

FRENCH critic has declared in a sweeping but not altogether untrue generalisation, that an Englishman is never perfectly happy unless he has a ball to play with . The phenomenal, and to foreigners the inexplicable fondness of our race for violent outdoor exercise, in which a ball is the main factor, partially justifies the bold assertion. Sports of this nature have now become so much woven into the course of daily life, that it becomes a puzzle to us to imagine what people did without them, and how our modern games originated . Herodotus, who has a reason and a history for every conceivable thing, gravely ascribes the invention of every game but chess to the Lydians . During the reign of King Atys (circa B .C . 1500, when Her cules and Og, King of Bashan, were little boys together, long, strange to say, even before the Trojan war) a very grievous famine afflicted the aforesaid nation, and when the people had nothing to do, and nothing to eat, and had tried every device to beguile their hunger, somebody by a happy inspiration of the moment, or as a last desperate resource, apparently right away out of his own head, " invented games . " So the people, who up to this time had sat on their thumbs grumbling at things in general, and their scanty fare in particular, were ordered by the wily monarch to play one day fasting and eat the next . On this novel and refreshing food they managed to hold out eighteen years . Setting aside the authority of the garrulous old Halicarnassian . we may safely conclude that games were not invented but ° growed from time immemorial . From the dim and distant past, when our hairy, arboreal, quadrumanous ancestors flung cocoa nuts at one another, games with balls have delighted the human race . Skipping a few centuries from the Lydian potentate we find Nausicaa and her mai lens playing a kind of battledore and shuttlecock, tossing the well-rounded ball unto the shadowy heavens, " while the linen was drying by the margin of the wine-dark sea, and Odysseus lay " doggo, " shivering en deshabille in the neighbouring thickets . In equally primitive but utterly barbarous ball play, the wild Cherusci

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dribbled the gory heads of their decapitated foes up and down the forest glades of Germany . Likewise did the men of Chester year by year upon the Roodee with the skull of a Dane, if tradition lie not . So much, however, for very primitive forms The various ways in which a ball, solid or inflated, may be used, differentiate into distinct groups of games . as tennis, racquets, fives, lawn tennis ; or the ancient stool-ball and cat-and-dog, with their modern developments of cricket, rounders, and base-ball ; or a third kind, of hockey, lacrosse, polo, and football. The last named has undergone as many changes as the moon, and is at once the oldest and the youngest of our national pastimes, lawn tennis excluded . In very early days in certain districts a stone used to be kicked from parish to parish to mark rights of way, and up to the beginning of this century, a football was presented to the quarrymen of Purbeck for that purpose . In 1540 a football was substituted for the time-honoured Dane's head at Chester—Danes no doubt being too scarce or too wary by this time . En passant, the Corporation account book of that day states that the cost of the football was 3s . 4d ., and must therefore have been an exceedingly costly article, seeing that a medium-sized cathedral could be built for ,'loo or so . In the thirteenth century football was the great game of London, especially on Shrove Tuesday, insomuch that Edward III ., in 1349, found it necessary to prohibit it as a dangerous rival to archery . In 1 3 8 9, Richard II . did ditto, coupling it with "all playinge at tennis, coits, dice . casting of ye stone, kailes (skittles) and other importune games . " This statute had to be repeatedly re-enacted, both in England and Scotland . However, it became firmly fixed as a national sport . It is twice at least mentioned by Shakespeare : in the Comedy of Errors (Act ii, Scene vi) " that like a football you do spurn me so, " and from King Lear we gather that Kent was not ignorant of hacking and tripping, prevalent then as now, among " base football players ." The Puritan revolution put a check on these games, as well as on cakes and ale, and they never thoroughly recovered until our own times . In several places, however, the local game survived, and has come down as an anomaly to the present age . At Scone, in Perthshire, every Shrove Tuesday a ball was thrown up in the market place, and a side Married v. Single commenced, which lasted from noon to sunset . The ball was carried, not kicked—the bachelors trying to dip it in the river at one end of the town and the married to place it in a hole at the other . Similar games were played in many towns and still survive at

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Derby and Jedburgh, if not elsewhere . In ancient days at any rate, these games were not unattended by extreme danger . Rules there were none ; the ball might be kicked or carried, thrown over houses, sneaked by by-way and hedges ; the carrier might be " downed," hacked, and knocked about in general, so long as the ball was got from him . A contemporary chronicler, who would have been a correspondent to the Lancet or a Welsh Methodist Deacon, if he had lived long enough, describes football as " a devilishe pastime—a bloody and a murthering practice . " " For cloth not everyone lye in waight for his adversarie, seeking to overthrow him and picke him on his nose, though it be on hard stones, in ditch or dale, in valley or hill, or what place soever he careth not, so he have him down . But whoso scapeth away best, goeth not forth scot-free, but is either forewounded, craised or bruised, so as he dyeth of it or else scapeth very hardlie ; and no mervaile, for they have the sleights to meet, one twixt two, and dash him against the harte with their elbows, to but him under the short ribs with the griped fists, and with their knees to catch him on the hip and pick him on the neck, and a hundred such murthering devices . " But in spite of royal prohibitions and Puritanic denunciations it still lingered on, mainly in the north and the public schools. An indigenous song shows that at a later date these parlous barbarities had not been tempered by the seriousness and thought of the religious revival . " At Scales great Torn Barnes got the ha' in his hand, And t' wives all ran out and shouted and banned ; Torn Cowan then pulched and Hang him 'mang t' whins, And he bleddercd ` Od White-tc, tou ' s broken my shins.''' In Scotland it has always been a favourite game . In 1515 the Earl of Home ' s team played Sir Walter Scott's, the former hailing from Yarrow, the latter from Ettrick Forest . The heading of this chapter was composed in honour of the occasion. I have said football nearly died out in the south, but was kept alive in our public schools . From them a variety of games have emanated, according to the circumstances under which they were played . In London and town schools, where the playground consisted mainly of gravel, running was out of the question . And at Winchester and Eton the confined space rendered the game a special form of Association. But the grassy close at Rugby admitted of running, as did the grounds of many other schools . As the boys carried their games to the

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Universities, the line of demarcation between the two types became more clearly drawn, and the various forms of the dribbling game centred towards what is now called Association, while the different forms of the running game tended to assimilate to that played perhaps by the largest or most powerful or most skilful section among them, which apparently came from Rugby . Thus the correlative names spread . But football as an organised game wants many years of its jubilee . The Sheffield Club (Association) was founded in 18J7, and in the next year the old boys of Blackheath School initiated the first Rugby club, which has still many claims to premiership . But it was not for five years that the real history of the game begins . In 1863 a meeting was held with the object of amalgamating the two forms— happily a hopeless task . Happily, because it is a most fortunate thing that two such grand games exist in the place of one, which could have been neither fish, flesh, nor fowl, and must have been much inferior to the developed forms of either. A Cambridge committee had, however, been formulating rules for the dribbling game, which had been played for some years on the famous Parker ' s Piece, and by combination with the Londoners in 1863 the Association game was started practically in its present form ; some modifications were subsequently made which admitted and gradually absorbed all other species of that genus . The Rugby game was many years later in coming into an organised state . Clubs which played the running game had, for the most part, a mass of similar rules but with particular differences, making a peaceful game impossible . It almost passes belief that fifteen years ago each club played its own rules on its own ground, and that thirty years ago there was hardly a club in the kingdom . It was not until 1871 that all the varying rules were amalgamated into one code by the Rugby Union . Its growth has been something portentous, and it is rapidly drawing ahead of its rival, owing perhaps mainly to the variety it affords in running, kicking, scrimmaging, collaring, and dribbling ; to the inch by inch struggles by which the battle is often won, whereas in the other a fluke repeatedly alters the whole aspect of the game ; partially also to the growing conviction that it is the less dangerous of the two, especially as so many of the professional Association clubs have gained an unenviable notoriety for brutality; and lastly to the fact that it still continues purely amateur . There is no K .U . challenge cup competition, which in spite of every disclaimer is the immediate cause of professionalism, betting and foul play . Ilow B

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far professionalism is an evil to football remains to be seen, but the friends of the Rugby game have certainly reason to rejoice that, though many of the Yorkshire clubs sail perilously near the wind, they have kept safe hitherto from such dangers as it threatens.

II. THE RUGBY GAME. "The ball in this play may be compared unto an infernal spirit, for whosoever catcheth it fareth straightways like a mad man, struggling and fighting with those that go about to hold him ; but no sooner is the ball gone from him than he resigneth this fury unto the next receiver and himself becometh peaceable as before ."—Carew.

URING its rapid growth, the Rugby game has undergone many

D changes, and has by no means yet attained the settled form

of its rival or of cricket . Hardly a year passes but some wholesale alteration of the rules takes place, and a memory that does not extend over many years, can recall a great variety of modes of playing the game . It used to be the ne plus ultra of fine play in the palmy days of half-back preeminence to wriggle and struggle along the ground like a dying eel, until some half dozen of the other side had stamped all the wind out of the writhing holder of the ball, and compelled him to pant out "down ." Quite recently, (indeed the idea is not yet extinct,) the whole game was merely a peg to rest the three-quarters on, and the half was bound to pass the ball straight to one of them, who barged and bullocked along until he was grassed and jumped on . About the same time, brilliant forward play and practised dropping came into vogue, especially in northern clubs, to the great improvement of the game . But passing was of a very feeble and fitful kind, and a timely pass in which the omnipotent threequarters had nothing to do, created the greatest surprise at such an exhibition of brilliant audacity and daring innovation . The North of England then was much stronger than the South, as it had dribblers and kickers in abundance . But suddenly there came a mighty change over the game, which has since almost revolutionised it, from the day on which the North were unexpectedly but disastrously defeated, and the football-loving cottonopolitans shrieked with abuse and finally with laughter at the impotent attempts of their brethren to stop the victorious Southerners, The change was almost entirely the work of

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one man and one team, which enjoyed mainly in consequence of their monopoly of the true science, for four years an unbroken course of success . The following story has often been told to illustrate . the greatness of v1r . Vassall and his services to football . His countless admirers wished to erect a statue to his honour within the precints of his Alma Alater, Hertford College, Oxford . The Dean and the fellows thereof, on application being made for a suitable site, replied that much as they were desirous of honouring their greatest alumnus, the small space of the college quadrangle would not suffice for an adequate representation of the great man (\Ir . Vassall weighs some seventeen or eighteen stone) but they suggested that a copy in marble of his unparalleled legs would be sufficiently unmistakeable to identify him . The football world is still waiting for the triumphant unveiling, which will come off when the G .W .R . have strengthened their bridges to bear the colossal calves from London . Be this as it may, Mr . Vassall may claim to be the father of scientific football . As its success has been unbounded, so its caricatures have been innumerable, and the burlesque is far more fashionable than the genuine play. Passing, as I have said before, except from the halves to the threequarters was rare, unsystematic, and insufficient . Now there is a mania for passing at all times and at all prices, with the same want of system and effectiveness as before . When a three-quarters finds himself unable to proceed further with the ball, he thinks it quite enough to fling it away with a slight preference for one of his own side. I f by a lucky chance a friend gets it, he is followed by a pack of yelping idiots, with reiterated cries of `pass .' Probably he is induced by their clamours, and the impossibility of making headway in the semi-scrimmage around him, to chuck the ball where he sees his colours predominant. As likely as not, an enemy, lurking in their midst, seizes the ball and speeds off with it, long before the giddy multitude have discovered the theft and recovered themselves : or else he catches sight of one of the divine three-quarters ten yards or so behind, and he must therefore hurl it back, one of the most foolish things imaginable, but still considered correct play by the brainless conservators of time-honoured stupidity, "It always was so, why should it not be now ? " Passing straight back is thoroughly wrong ; because the distance is hardly ever made up, and if the pass goes wrong, the mistake is most serious . Again, long passing to a three-quarter, or from one three-quarter to one another standing still is seldom useful, because the shape of the ball makes a long throw

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most difficult to pick up, and the enemy's three-quarters have usually plenty of time to watch it, and either dash out and charge the expectant recipient, or capture the ball en route, and rush along with a clear course ahead . At times, especially near the opponents' goal line, and then generally for a drop, it is exceedingly telling . Mr. Vassall found out a more excellent way . Passing, according to his system, should be made running, at full speed if possible, and be low and short, and the passers should work together with mechanical regularity and precision . Perhaps the modus operandi may be best explained by a slight sketch of the trained manoeuvring, which laid low the best teams in England, time after time . " It was thusly actioned . " The half, on getting the ball, made for the opposite centre three-quarters; before being collared he passed to his own centre, who was backing him up at full speed, five yards or so away, on the side farthest from the scrimmage, and only slightly behind ; the centre then rushed away towards the enemy's wing three-quarters, and passed under similar circumstances to his own wing, ba-kin( up at full speed. Thus the opponents' flank is turned, and the wing three-quarters speeds down the far touch line for goal . The attack is supported by the forwards, who have broken from the scrimmage, and bear down yards apart across the field. If the wing three-quarters cannot get past the back, he passes naturally inside to a supporter : the pass is then repeated right along the line, and instead of there being only three three-quarters, every forward is to all purposes one . The ball can thus be carried right across the field, by repeated passes to the other wing three-quarters, if the forwards have not succeeded already in carrying it across the line. The object of all this is perfectly clear ; namely, first, to rapidly out-flank the enemy, then to force a way in where his defence is weakest ; if the forces are spread wide across the field, advancing at full pace, and passing quickly and surely, it is quite impossible for them to anticipate the point of attack . The side that possesses the ball can always keep it, if they try, and its possession is everything . A rapid and extended attack, intelligently and unselfishly conducted, prevents the opponents knowing where to look for the ball, much more to get hold of it . When once the idea is grasped, and executed by a whole team, their strength is trebled at the least . The main points about passing may be thus summarised . Do not call for a pass, unless your way is clearer, and the pass worth making ; this you will secure by spreading out . Be ready to take a pass at full speed . Pass before being collared, but with

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caution, and to one more unimpeded than yourself ; if there is none, and nothing to be gained, stick to the ball . Do not pass directly back, but sideways, in accordance with the general direction of attack. Never pass by any chance in your own 25—this is very important. En passant, spare time, especially that wasted before a pick-up, might be profitably employed in practising passing. Now a word about collaring . I remember some years ago one of the most distinguished Peterites of the football world accusing us of having forgotten how to collar, which he said was a traditional glory of the school . And I think this was particularly conspicuous last year. Attempts at tackling, particularly on the part of some of the backs, were of the mildest pat-on-the-back type imaginable . It does not do to let discretion form 90 per cent . of valour, and it is also perfectly silly, perfectly useless, and certainly not plucky for ten stones to try to collar thirteen round the shoulders . Collaring high and slackly is not worth the trouble, and almost invariably ends in the tackler being grassed ignominiously . Even the biggest in a school team should collar low. It should be done by a sharp strong clash just above the knees of the runner or round his waist, and he will inevitably be brought to the ground . Smart and determined, though not necessarily rough, collaring has a marked effect on the ardour of the foe, just as a barn door blocker has on a fast bowler. Some detailed advice, culled from Vassalian exhortations * or wellknown and trite, but too frequently ignored, maxims may be useful. First, as to the forwards, the best way of forming is in two, thcc, four; the centre pair being experienced hard workers . The same formation ought always to be kept, as far as possible, everyone having his place in the scrimmage and at the touch line . Care must be taken that no forward slacks or corners in the hope of making a sensational dribble; a little personal admonition, or a " solid good cussing " on the part of the halves is generally sufficient to wake up the lounger, but persistent slackness must be punished with being turned out of the team before the contagion spreads . The forwards should not shove blindly, but try to know where the ball is, and the halves should keep them constantly informed . The centre forwards should keep the ball in their possession, and either endeavour to screw round their opponents, in which the force of the scrimmage must be directed behind the ball ; or, if their opponents are much lighter, it can be forced straight * Vale " Hints on playing Rugby Football by Messrs . Vassall and Budd ."

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through ; some forwards manage this by hopping through with the ball between their legs . But this is worse than useless against a heavy team, and in general a successful screw is more effective, as the forwards are on the ball immediately . If shoved, the best way is to try to get possession of the ball for a second, in order to attempt to screw out round the enemy ( , a Greek would describe it), but the whole force of the forwards must be concentrated in the direction of the ball . But nothing is more feeble than to collapse, and wallow on the ground like swine, as some teams are fond of doing . As to heeling out, it should only be employed near the enemy ' s goal line, as it generally dues more harm than good at other times, and is the ruin of good forward play . As soon as the ball is in the scrimmage, a quick solid rush has a surprising effect . Again, when in the scrimmage the forwards should work their hardest, but the moment the ball is out they should split up like a shrapnell shell . They should not follow one another like a flock of sheep, or a lot of panic-stricken ducklings, treading on one anothers tails, but spread out yards apart all over for the passing tactics described before. In a well ordered system of passing, the ball will go through a dozen pairs of hands, so that each will have his turn, if he can wait, whereas crowding together is only a mark of a selfish and stupid over-anxiety to get the ball, and each stands in his own light by doing so . In a dribble, spreading out, though not nearly so wide, is most useful ; the forwards should cross the ball from one to another with their feet . and "middle" it towards the centre, or where the attack is strongest . They should not stop to pick it up, but keep it in control at their feet . Every behind knows how hard it is to stop a rapid combined dribble, and most of the good Yorkshire clubs are unequalled at this mode of attack . But great care should be paid to the off-side rule in a rush of this kind. The prime duty of a half is to watch his vis-a-vis . If the opponent is much better, a calamity which it will be well to realise as soon as possible, there is nothing left for him but to play the dog-in-the-manger game of dropping on the ball the moment it emerges from the scrimmage rather than let it go into his rival ' s hands, and to play strictly on the defensive until a favourable chance offers of getting off. A good half will not let his vis-a-vis get away often . If his rival does get away, he must get between him and the opposing three-quarters and intercept his pass or collar the three-quarters before they get off, as his own three-quarters will soon settle accounts with the runaway, if he does

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not pass . A half can generally get away clearer by running round the back of the scrimmage, but this dodge is of little real use unless the half is on the touch-line side, and by so doing is brought to the open side and opposite the enemy' s centre three-quarters ; in this case he vill have the support of his colleague at half and his centre threequarters, and all things will be ready for outflanking the foe . Two more duties remain . First, to keep the forwards constantly informed where the ball is, and to get them to break up quickly from the scrimmage . Another generally deputed to them is that of throwing the ball out of touch, though when the halves are small it had better be given to a tall forward . If near the home goal it should be thrown out a short distance ; if near the opponents', far out into the mouth of the goal, if possible. This requires judgment and practice, and leaves great opportunities for "blameless cunning ." Some forwards are so much better than others at taking the ball from a line-out, that the half ought to utilise them to the best. With regard to the three-quarters, how to decide their respective places is difficult . Mr . Vassall strongly urges the need of good tacklers on the outside, as they have the hard collaring to do . They should also be strong, and fast runners, and their speed and strength will all help to make them good collarers with practice, if they are deficient in this to begin with . But how far speed must be sacrificed to tackling can only be measured by particular circumstances . A wing three-quarters should remember his place in the system and sacrifice his private ambition to the general good . He should not run across the field but keep his side, else he will often be led into the most ridiculous habit of running back, nor should he be afraid of standing out wide. A centre three-quarters has not so much hard tackling to do, but he has numerous rushes to stop, which can only be done in one way—any other is mere funking—anti that is by falling fearlessly and promptly on the ball . This remark to a great extent applies to the halves also. He has also frequent chances of dropping a goal—than which there is no neater way of scoring . He should also be ready to take a pass at full speed from the halves and transfer it at full speed to the wings at the right moment and in the right way . The three-quarters should work together, and above all be accurate md scientific passers . They should keep a good look-out on the enemy's three-quarters and frustrate their passing as far as possible. A full back has to depend on himself alone, and therefore to cut his

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coat according to his cloth . If he stands too near he has not time enough himself ; if too far, he leaves the enemy too much . At least he can and must learn to drop or punt accurately into touch . Fly-kicking is a most foolish, slovenly, dangerous, and cowardly practice, and the perpetrator of such asinity should be promptly hoofed off the field. He must not have his kick charged down at any cost ; if he has not time to take it safely he must fall on the ball . There is no other possible way. Dropping and punting have far too little attention gig en them ; all the behinds should practice assiduously . A dropped goal is by no means a difficult feat : and a timely kick into touch will secure more ground than a long run . A run of forty yards seems a great affair, but few consider how surely and easily a kick into touch will do the same thing. It is a very rare thing for a forward to kick, but there is no reason why he should not wind up a run with a kick into touch, if he is isolated and has no chance of getting in ; every yard from such a kick is clear gain ; but he should take care not to register a mere touch in goal. The advantages of all the above can hardly be contested, though much of the advice may appear to some needless and stale, yet a glance at the play of an ordinary team will show it is not . As has been said before scientific football is rarely seen, and its place is usually taken by am impotent and badly acted burlesque . Yet the sensible method is within the capabilities of all, requiring nothing but the thoughtful, unselfish and mechanical subordination of each to the whole, and a coherent working out of a system, which will become second nature to a body of intelligent players. Another most important point is that everyone, especially the captain, and strange to say the umpires should have the rules at their finger ends and what is more, obey them . At cricket any one who knows not the M .C .C . laws is set down, and justly too, as an ignorant rustic, and disobedience to them is fatal . But with football it seems to be different. Some even pride themselves in their contempt for them . Autolycus, " the equal of the Gods in deceit and perjury, " was doubtless a successful man in his way, but he was a thorough nuisance and an unmitigated cad, deeply regretted by all who had dealings with him. It is not necessary on every occasion to protest indignantly at the imputation of " off-side" ; even the most honest players are so sometimes .

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The rules are well worthy of thoughtful study, as they will reveal many points on which there is considerable ignorance, in this part of the world at least . A good deal of misapprehension exists as to the penalties for wrong play . Because A collars B, who has not the ball at the time, is no reason why B's side should have a free kick, much less that the kick should be a place, and less still score a goal and be held to win a match . That such a decision has been given is calmly testified without any comment by the Peterite of December last, but that so ridiculous a series of utterly erroneous rulings, contrary in fact to specific laws should have been accepted, not by a lot of rustics playing football for the first time in their lives, but by teams of presumably well informed players, is the most painful evidence of the dense ignorance that prevails about the laws of a game they play every day for months . If A is offside when he interferes with B, the holder of the ball, in defiance of the five yards " rule, B's captain can claim a free kick where the interference took place, such free kick shall be a drop kick or a punt, and shall not count a goal_ If A plays the play off side, B's captain may claim a scrimmage where the ball was last played before A tackled it ; e .g., if A seizes on to a drop from his own back offside, B may claim a scrimmage on the spot where the back kicked it. In case of any irregularity not otherwise provided for, the penalty is a scrimmage where the irregularity took place . Another much abused rule is that of " held . " Some think if the finger tips of both hands glide over the ball for a second it is sufficient . But the rule says nothing about " both hands" or "held ." It says "when the holder of the ball is tackled " (" a tackle " another one says " is when the holder of the ball is held by one or more of the oj5posile side ') and the ball is fairly held, he must cry " down," and immediately put the ball down .' Therefore the cry "held " is to call the attention of the runner and umpire to the fact that it is a case of "down," but both the runner and the ball must be "fiairly" held to do so . This leads to another abuse, i e ., that of delaying to put the ball down immediately when held. The rule says nothing about forming a scrimmage, but "when the holder of the ball puts it down on the ground in front of him, and all who have closed round on their respective sides endeavour to push their opponents back, a scrimmage takes place ." So the player who is held has merely to put the ball down in front of him and dribble it along if none of the other side are present, and he must put it down immediately even if all the other side are present and none of his own. c

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To wait for the umpire, except after a pause, is an absurdity and a fraud. Too much stress cannot be laid on the importance of knowing the rules ; it would be a good thing if copies—they are very cheap—were distributed by the club, so that there could be no excuse for not knowing them . Wilful ignorance is not only utterly childish, but positive swindling . " If sich like ornery cusses, I reckon I take no stock ." CALLOO.

SCHOOL LETTER. 'HE Cricket Season is now over, and a retrospect cannot but prove 14 matches played, 6 were won, 5 lost, and 3 drawn . Of the draws, 2 Were tolerably certain

T in the highest degree satisfactory. Of the

wins, the other we should probably have lost . Of the losses, one at least, that against the Yorkshire Gentlemen, was as good as a victory, and the eleven are to be congratulated on the stubborn fight which they made against such powerful opponents . In batting, there is no individual average which will compare with Lord's last year, but there has been a very fair standard maintained throughout the eleven, no fewer than six members being credited with double figure averages. Of these McClellan stands first with an average of 132 for 12 completed innings . In bowling, we compare somewhat unfavourably with last year. Whaley has been most successful, having obtained 46 wickets at an average of a little over 7 per wicket . McClellan, Scarbrough, and \Vaud have also rendered good service in this department . The fielding has, on the whole been excellent, but on one or two occasions chances have been missed which have seriously affected the issue of the game . We may mention that McClellan has been elected to the post of Secretary vice Whaley deposed. The Second Eleven have been very successful this year, having %von 5 and lost I out of 6 matches . They have been awarded colours which most praiseworthy reform is also to be adopted with regard to the Second Fifteen next term. Turning to Football, our prospects seem decidedly rosy . We shall have seven of last year's team, and besides these there are several other fellows who represented the School in the later matches . Wilson is Captain, and Crosthwaite Secretary, and the team ought to be one of the best we have turned out for several years.

THE PRIZE-GIVING. HE Annual Presentation of the Prizes took place in the School27th . There was a large attendance of the parents and friends of the pupils of the School, including also a fair number of Old Boys . The Head Master, the Rev. H . M . Stephenson, accompanied by the Ven . Archdeacon Crosthwaite, entered on the proceedings of the evening, by reading the reports of the examiners. Mr. P . S . Matheson, M .A ., Fellow of New College, Oxford, examined the Sixth Form in Classics, Scripture and Greek History, and gave the following report :—The Greek prepared work was rather uneven . The translation was on a fair level throughout, Whaley and Wilson deserving special mention . In Greek Prose there were several good pieces done, showing a fair style and command of words : Whaley ' s being most worthy of commendation . In Greek Verse there was no very good performance : A . C . Clarke's, however, showed some promise . With regard to the Greek Grammar, no boy showed much power ; the Greek unprepared paper on the other hand was done extremely well by Whaley and Wilson ; of the rest A . C . Clarke showed some style. In Latin the work done was fairly good . In the prepared book— Horace, the historical questions were the weakest point ; the grammatical notes, however„ were fair and the level of translation good . The Latin Prose was done creditably by 5 out of 9 boys ; Whaley, Wilson, and A . C . Clarke being the best . In Latin Verse, Whaley alone deserves special mention, his Hexameters showing a considerable amount of vigour . The Latin Grammar and Latin unpreparod papers were not so good and showed room for improvement. Whaley's in the latter was decidedly the best paper. In the Divinity Paper some very good work was produced ; Wilson, Crosthwaite, Whaley, and Bloomfield showing considerable knowledge of the Bible. The special book, the and Epistle to the Corinthians, was also very intelligently done . T. P . Clarke's paper on this subject, followed by those of Nilson and Whaley, was extremely good . On the whole the Scripture work of the Form seems to deserve special mention. In the two Papers on the Greek History, on the Outlines and on the Special Period, Wilson gave evidence of very careful preparation ; on the Special Period, Whaley and A . C . Clarke wrote well. On the whole the work which I have seen, though naturally varying i n quality, seems to show thorough teaching . A weak point, however,

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in the papers on books and grammar is the syntax . Evidently the boys have not quite learnt how to bring to bear the knowledge they possess. I cannot say there is remarkable ability in the form. Wilson did exceedingly well in prepared work, but is not so strong in Latin unseen and in verse . Whaley throughout showed considerable vigour, especially in unprepared work, and with greater accuracy and more reading ought to do well . A . C . Clarke ' s work showed considerable promise, and I shall hope to hear of him again . I have been very glad to make closer acquaintance with St . Peter ' s, which I have long known through two of its distinguished Old Boys, Mr. Fausset and Mr. Fowler, and I hope that you will send many worthy successors to Oxford to carry on the traditions of the School there. The Rev. Wallis Hay Laverty, formerly Fellow of Queen's College, Oxford, in reporting on the First Division in Mathematics, wrote :— " In Arithmetic the boys did quite as well as they could be expected to do on a somewhat cumbrous paper ; perfect accuracy could not be looked for ; they are, however, very fairly accurate . In Euclid, the knowledge of the book is extremely good, and the boys have done a good number of the riders in the paper . The Algebra work is very good indeed . The boys have also made good progress with Trigonometry, Geometrical and Analytical Conics . and Statics and Dynamics . " The Rev . G . Edmundson, M .A ., late Fellow of llrasenose College, Oxford, examined the Middle School in Mathematics. Division IL--This class is generally good, and has done well in all subjects . Cook and Wilkinson, in Arithmetic, obtained full marks, and no one's total falls below 6o per cent . In Algebra, Foxley, Young, and Cook shew good, sound knowledge of the subject, and the whole results are very creditable . The writing out of the Euclid is good. Foxle) deserving special mention. Upper Civil. .—This form is not of nearly such level merit as the preceding . Thompson stands out by himself as the best . His Algebra is a very good paper, his Arithmetic just fails to obtain full marks, and his Euclid is most satisfactory . Campbell and Etches have shown good average papers. Upper IV.—Chilman, Warwick, and Rouse shew the best results. The Euclid paper of the latter is below the standard of the rest of his work . The work generally of the form is very fair. Lower IV.—Crosthwaite 2, is superior to anyone in the Fourth Form, and has done excellent papers . Lane fell off from his first

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promise in the. Arithmetic paper, which was well done . Some boys have however failed badly in Euclid. per III.—In this form, Mawson, Naylor r and Naylor 2, are decidedly the best, and are on a level with the better boys in the Lower Fourth . The Algebra paper of Mawson, and the Arithmetic of Mawson and Naylor r, are worthy of particular mention. Lower III.—The Algebra paper set for this form was too hard. Catton is the best in this subject, as is Peel 2 in Euclid, and Chadwick in Arithmetic . In this as in the other Lower Forms, the Euclid is not clearly written, so as to shew distinctly the steps of the proof. Upper II.—Ellwood has done capital papers in Algebra and Arithmetic, but not quite so well in Euclid . Graham and Peel send up good papers in Arithmetic and Euclid, but fail in Algebra. Lower Civil .—None of the Upper Division of the form have done well . The redeeming feature, however, is the Arithmetic paper of Birks . The standard work in the Lower Division seems to be below that of the papers . Dyson alone shews fair average results. Mr . G . H . Wade, B .A ., late Exhibitioner of Balliol College, Oxford, examined the upper portion of the school in Classics, and reported very favourably on the result. E . W . Clayforth, Scholar of Christ Church, Oxford, examined the Third Form in History, and reported as follows The History work of the Third Form was uneven, the difference between the boys at the head and bottom being exceptionally great. Between the three head boys there was little to choose ; Chadwick obtained S4 per cent . of the full marks ; Naylor r, obtained So and Naylor a, 77 per cent . The work of the latter was accurate to the most minute details, but his style of composition was considerably inferior to that of the other two . Several of the boys lost a good many marks by wasting their time over lengthy accounts of battles, &c , instead of attempting other more important questions . The writing, spelling and composition, in many cases, left a great deal to be desired. The following is a list of the Distinctions gained during the last twelve months. H . 1V . Holmes, elected to a Classical Entrance Scholarship at Durham University. L . IV . Pickles, elected to a Sub-Sizarship at Trinity College, Cambridge. E . Deane passed the examination for the degree of LL.B . at London University in the First Division.

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E . A . Lane, Exhibitioner of Jesus College, Cambridge, senior Optime in the Mathematical Tripos. L . E . Stevenson, Christ's College, Cambridge, Second Class in the Natural Science Tripos. J . H . Fowler, B .A ., late Scholar of Trinity College, Oxford, obtained Chancellor ' s Prize for English Essay. P . E . Lord, Scholar of Clare College, Cambridge, transferred from a Scholarship of Z4 o to one of Leo a year. A . Steward, passed the London Matriculation Examination in the First Division . LIST OF SCHOLARS AND PRIZES. Exhibitioner .—A . C . Clarke. Foundation Scholars.—E . K . Wilkinson, F. Mitchell. Free Sclwlars .--H . S . Warrick, G . W . Lane, O . W . Whaley (for one year). Hey Memorial Scholars .—II . D . Naylor, M . H . Carroll, and C . F. Padel. Archbishop's Prizeman .—J . H . G . Wilson and O . W . Whaley. Dean ' s Prizcman .—L . Hutchings. The Rev . Canon Elwyn's Prize for Greek Testament .—T. P . Clarke. Head Master's Composition Prizes .—Latin Prose, O . W . Whaley; Greek Verse, T . P . Clarke. Head plaster's Prize for English .—Not adjudged. Sixth Form .—Rank, Whaley, r ; Divinity, Wilson, r ; German, T. P . Clarke. Fifth Form.—Rank, Cook ; Divinity, Hopkins, r ; Classics, Cook; French, Gofton. Mathematics .—Second Division, Foxley ; Third Division, Chilman ;. Problem Prize (given by Rev. N! Routh), open to Divisions r, 2, and 3,. Hutchings. Upper Fourth Form —Rank, Mitchell ; Classics, Chilman ; French, Young ; Air Kid's Geography Prize, Mitchell ; History, Chilman. Lower Fourth Form—Rank, Procter, 2 ; Classics, Crosthwaite, 2 ;. Mathematics, Crosthwaite, 2 ; French, Lane, r. Upper Third Form .—Rank, Naylor, 2 ; Classics, Naylor, 2 ; Alathematics, Mawson ; French, Mawson ; Mr . Atkinson's Prize for Grammar, Naylor, 2 ; Second Prize for Mathematics liven by Mr. Routh), Naylor, I .

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Lower Third Form—Rank, Chadwick, z ; Classics, Chadwick, 2 Mathematics, Catton ; French, Metcalfe, r ; Mr. Atkinson's Prize for Grammar, Chadwick, z ; Air . Atkinson's Prize for history, Chadwick, 2. Upper Second Form .—Rank, Peel, r ; Classics, Peel, I ; Mathematics, Elwood ; French, Raine, 2. Lower Second Form,—Rank, Grindrod, 2 ; Classics, Creek ; Mathematics, Wilcox ; French, Hingston. Upper first Form .—Rank, Crumbie, r ; Classics, Crumbie, I Mathematics, Douglas, 3 ; French, Crumbie, r. Lower First Form .—Rank, Bingham, I ; Classics, Bingham, r Mathematics, Mortimer, 2 ; French, Clark, 4. Civil and Military Department, Upper Division .— Divinity, Stephenson, 2 ; Mathematics, Thompson, 2 ; Natural Science, Stephenson, 2 ; English, Stephenson, 2 ; French, Gabb ; German, Campbell. Lower Division .—Rank, Scarborough ; Divinity, Jackson, r Mathematics, Birks ; Natural Science, Birks ; English, Jackson, I ; French, Crowther ; Second Prize given by Mz . Travis, Hudson ; German, Jackson, i ; Second Prize (given by Mr . Travis), Bainbridge. Writing and Dictation Prizes.—Fourth Form, Foxley ; Third Form, Williams ; Second Form, Clarke, 3 ; First Form, Douglas, 3 ; Civil and Military Department, Upper Division, Whaley, 2 ; Lower Division, Jackson, r. Drawing Prizes (given by IV. f. Bodily, Esq .)—Painting, Pickles, r commended, Fasten ; Chalk Drawing, Mitchell ; Pencil Drawing, Bloomfield ; commended, Chadwick, I ; Mechanical DIawing, Grindrod, I ; commended, Catton ; improvement, Hood. At the conclusion of the presentation Archdeacon Crosthwaite in the course of a short address, heartily congratulated those who had been successful . He congratulated also the fathers and mothers of the prize takers, and those forms of whom such good reports had been given by their respective examiners . I-Ie was one of those members of the Chapter who thought there was no more important work than that of looking after the welfare and interests of St . Peter's School . They sympathised with the master in his difficulties ; they rejoiced at the success of the school and at its prosperity . They had heard the reports of the examiners, and he had no doubt the masters would not fail to

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draw the attention of the various forms to the remarks therein . As a father, and as an Englishman, he could not help feeling the intensest anxiety in reference to the great public schools of the country, not so much in reference to the work done in them as to the tone and the character which prevailed amongst them . Scholarship and tone of character were not disconnected . He believed the best thing to keep out of mischief was to have hard work both in school studies and athletics of all kinds . The boy was part of the man, and it rested with our public schools to a very great extent what our men of the future should be . He asked the boys of St . Peter's School to endeavour still further to raise its tone in connection with all that was manly and noble, and urged them to be manly in their religion, strong in their faith and their God . In conclusion he wished great success to the school, and trusted they would all have a thoroughly enjoyable holiday. The Head-Master having thanked all present for their attendance, the proceedin g s terminated .

CRIChET. Played on School Ground, resulting in a win for St. Peter's by 4 runs. Score : ST . I'LTER'S.

First Innin g s . R . Crawshaw, b Johnson .

Second Innings. .

H . \V . Allan, b Hodgson H . Jackson, b Hodgson

F . Mitchell, b Johnson F . Ilulman, b Hodgson

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O . Whaley, b Stansfield

E . P . Hicks, b Johnson .. T. Isherwood, b Johnson .

c Irodgson, b Johnson . not out

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c Haigh b Stansfield

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For four wickets

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D . Carter, not out

Total

b Johnson

E . Procter . b Johnson J . Scarborough, c Johnson, It Ilodgson G . \Vaud, b Johnson .

c Law, b Hodgson

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73,

CLIFTON. T . Ilaigh, b Whaley

.. .. S . Hodgson, c Isherwood, b \Vhaley J . Stansfield, c Whaley, b Scarborough .. F. Allen, b Scarborough .. J . Hodgson, b Scarborough .. G. Clarke, b Whaley R. Johnson, c Carter, b Scarborough J. Law, b Scarbor ough

G . II . Thompson, b Whaley R . Cowl, c Hicks, b \Vhaley F . Tindall, not out

J . Griffiths, c and b Scarborough .. Extras .. Total BOWLING ANALYSIS. O . Whaley . . J . Scarborough

\V.

to'4

Scarborough bowled one wide.

Played on School Ground, Home Team losing by 30 runs . Score : S . JOHN ' S.

ST . PETER ' S.

J . Smith, b Whaley

k . Crawshaw, b Langrick .. II . McClellan, b Langrick

. .

G . I nman,c Mitchell, h Scarborough 15

E . Procter, b Smith

J . Scarborough, b Langrick W. K . Procter, b Langrick

G . h'ott, b McClellan J . Verity, b Whaley

G. C . \Vaud, b Bott

. . ..

C . Holland, b \Vhaley

. .

B. Langrick, b Scarborough

. . to

W . Clough, c Waud, h McClellan . .

F, Iklman, not out .. F. Mitchell, lbw, h Langrick

J. Merrington, 1) Hicks

J . Waterhouse, b Hicks

0 . \V . Whaley, b Langrick

E . 13 . Hicks, h Bott

F . Sykes, b \Vhaley F . Styche, not out . .

Extras

H. Jackson, b Langrick

.. ..

J . Scarborough

. .

Total

. .

. . 71

10 .

\V.

. .

17 7

. .

E. B . Hicks . . . . 4 I Scarborough bowled one wide.

7 . . 12 . . o

BOWLING ANALYSIS. II . McClellan

. .

CRICKET.

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL z'. REV . F . S . CARTER'S XI. ST . PETER'S.

REv. E. S . CARTER'S NI.

R . Crawshaw, c IIartley, b Dupuis . . 15 .. . o E . Procter, b Dupuis

Rev . G . R . Dupuis, e W . Procter, b McClellan . . . . . . 6

Rev . J . F . IIartley, c Crawshaw, b .. . . to McClellan . . .. . . 12 II . T . McClellan, st Carter, 1) Dupuis 19 Rev . \V. Cell, b Whaley . . . . o W . K . Procter, lbw, b Commeline . . 45 Rev . G. Salmond, c Jackson, b J . Scarborough, b Carter . . . . 7 McClellan . . .. . . o F . Bulman, c Campbell, b Carter . . 6 Rev . A. Commeline, b McClellan .. G . C . Waud, b Dupuis

H . Jackson, c Campbell, U Dupuis o F . Mifchell, c Salmond, b Dupuis . . 20 O. W . Whaley, c Carter, h Dupuis ro E . B . Hicks not out . .

. . 1

Rev .\V .O.F . Campbell, b McClellan

Rev . II . M . Stephenson, c Mitchell, U McClellan . . .. ..

Rev . C . R . Gilbert, c McClellan, b Whaley . . .

Rev. A . Baldwin, c Jackson, b \Vhalcy .. Rev . E . S . Carter, not out . .

. . 9

Rev. S . D . Carter, b McClellan Extras . .

Total

Extras

. .145

.. 46

Total

BOWLING ANALYSIS. REV. E . S. CARTER' S NI .—FrxsT INNINGS. 0. M. R. W. H . T . McClellan

O . W . \Vhalcy

ST . PETER'S V. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. The School showed up well in this match against such a strong Eleven, only losing by 14 runs. Score : Second Innings.

First Innings.

5 b Wetherby

G. C . \Vaud, c Saville, b Bramall R . Crawshaw, b Bramall ..

14 b Wetherby

H. McClellan, b Hine-Ilaycock

2 b Archdale . . . . 15 c Seymour, b Wetherby

F . Mitchell, not out .. .. J . Scarborough, b IIine-Haycock

S b Wetherby

.. 7 . . 15.

F . Bulman, b Ilinc-IIaycock

2 b Wetherby .. o c Archdale, b Wetherby . .

\V . Procter, c Croft, b Bramall

H . Jackson, b IIine-Haycock 0 . 'Whaley, b IIine- IIaycock

o not out

T. Isherwood, b Hine-Haycock

E. Hicks, b Iline-Haycock

5 0

Extras Total

. .

For seven wickets

CRICKET.

YOI KSIIIRE GENTLEMEN. J . E . Jones, b McClellan

G . A. B . Leatham, b Whaley Captain Wetherby, b Whaley

\V. Hutchinson, b Whaley Captain Seymour, c and b Whaley

3 4 2I

Captain Archdale, c and b Whaley G . Croft, b Scarborough . .

3 II

T . S. Brogden, c Jackson, b Ricks Captain Saville, b Scarborough . . .

R . Hine-Haycock, b McClellan . .

5 0

G . D . Bramall, not out Extras

Total

BOWLING ANALYSIS. .IORKSIIIRE GENTLEMEN .—FIRST INNINGS. 0.

H . McClellan

O . Whaley

E . Hicks J . Scarborough . .

5 5

1 2

. .

Scarborough bowled one wide.

ST . PETER'S v. CLIFTON. The return match was played on the school ground, and ended in an even draw . Jackson shewed very good form for his 34• ST . PETER ' S

CLIFTON.

G C . Waud, c T . Hodgson, b J. .. .. Hodgson . .

R . Crawshaw, b T . Haigh ..

T. Haigh, not out . . 21 J .11aigh,c Crawshaw, b Scarborough 17 T . Stansfield, b Whaley 6

H . McClellan, b T . Haigh ..

T . Law, not out

W . Procter, c Griffiths, b T. IIaigh .. F. Mitchell, b Stansfield . .

7 o

T . Scarborough, h T. IIaigh

.. I I

F . Bulman, b T . IIaigh

.. 2

. .

0 . W. Whaley, c Slater, b Stansfield 3 H . Jackson, b . Law . . 34

. Isherwoo , b IIaigh E . Hicks, not out

Extras Total ,

Io 7 7

. .

. . 114

Extras Total (for 2 wickets)

••

. . 51

CRICKET.

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL v. FLAXTON. Played on School ground, and resulted in a draw, very much in favour of the home team . E. Proctor hit well for 48. FLAXTON,

THE School . . . .

G . C . Waud, b Dudley R . Crawshaw, b Dudley

. .

E . Procter, b Ilillyard

. . 20

Rev . W . II . Griffith. run out

W . M . Bell, b McClellan

. .

. . 48 W .K .Procter, c IIillyard, b Whisker 9

F.Dudley, c Mitchell, b McClellan .. G . II . Esk, b McClellan

.. F. Mitchell, b Esk . . J . Scarborough, lbw, b Whisker

. .

F . IIillyard, b McClellan

T . Lce, not out

3 0

F . Bulman, b. Whisker

E . Freer, not out

II . T . McClellan, c Esk, b Hillyard 33 II . C. Jackson, not out . . 19 O . W . Whaley, h Bell .. 6 E . B . Hicks, c S: h Bell

• 3 . . 21

Extras . . Total

Extras

. .183

2 26

Total (for 5 wickets)

To bat—F . Smith, J . F . Watson, F . Griffith, J. Whisker. BOWLING ANALYSIS. M. I

R. 12

S 7

0. O. W. Whaley .. II . T. McClellan

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL v. YORK. Played on the York Ground, and resulted in a win for the School by 5o runs . The brothers Procter and Waud did most of the run getting for the School. YORK.

TILE SCnOOi .. R . Crawshaw, c Lindfoot, b Gray ..

G. Breed, b Whaley . .

G . C . \Vaud, c Scott, b Dann E . Procter, b J . Procter . . H . T . McClellan, b J . Procter

J . Whisker, c Crawshaw, b McClellan 6 J . Procter, run out . . .. . .7 E . J . Dann, c Crawshaw, b McClellan o

. . 32 . . 26 . . S

. .

W . Procter, lbw, h Whisker F. Mitchell, c Breed, b Whisker

.. 3

R . II . Scott, c Bulman b Whaley . . 3S J . T . Gray, b McClellan . . .. 2

J . Scarborough, c d; b Gray

. . 5

J . II . Appleton, c Bulman, b Whaley 7

. . 44

II . C . Ja ckson, c Lindfoot, b Gray . . 6 . . . . o F . liulman, b Whisker O . W . Whaley, lbw, b Whisker E . B. Hicks, not out Extras . . Total

. . o .. o . .

. .

.1 33

G . Lindfoot, b Whaley

J . Cooper, b Whaley .. R . Beale, not out F . II . Vaughan, b Whaley .. Extras . . Total

.. . . 13 ,

••

CRICKET.

BOWLING ANALYSIS . .

E . B . Hicks . .

J . Scarborough

H . T . McClellan O . W. Whaley

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL v . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match, after a most exciting finish, ended in a win for St. Peter ' s by 5 runs . Crawshaw won the toss, and elected to bat. He and Waud opened the innings of the School, and were opposed by Alexander and Alderson . For a time the play was very steady, till Waud hit Alderson over the boundary for 4, and then followed this up by some brilliant hitting. A change in the bowling was tried, but it was not till 43 was reached that a good ball from Hampson, dismissed Crawshaw for a carefully played and most useful innings of 12 After this the next two wickets fell in quick succession, and soon after Waud was caught at square-leg for a brilliant 35 . McClellan and Mitchell kept up their wickets till luncheon . After the interval, Mitchell soon resigned his place to Scarborough, and then another stand was made ; 31 being added for the 6th wicket . The innings soon afterwards closed, the only other score being that of Bulman. With 119 to win the Durhamites sent in Headlam and Badnall. After a few minutes play Headlam gave way to Barmby, and soon after Miller took the place of Badnall . Then a determined stand was made, and in spite of repeated changes the score reached 57 before Barmby was well caught at point . Three other wickets fell in quick succession, but it seemed as though Miller would win the match for Durham, till at 79 Miller was caught in the slips for a hard hit 34. Another wicket fell immediately afterwards, and it then seemed as if it would be an easy win for St . Peter's, till a stand was made by Ross and Wilkinson, and by careful play the score was raised to Io2, or only 16-behind . Ross was then caught and bowled by Whaley. Every ball was now watched with intense interest, and the runs slowly mounted till, at two minutes from six, Durham was only 5 behind. The last ball of the last over bowled Wilkinson amidst tremendous excitement .

CRICKET. 78 'S'r .

PETERS SCHOOL .

R . Crawshaw, b Hampson

G. C . Waud, c Badnall, b IIampson 35 E . Procter, c Miller, b IIampson 0 W . K . Procter, b Hampson . . 0 II . T . McClellan, b Alexander

F . Mitchell, c Sadler, b Barmby

L. W . Badnall, b Whaley H.

T . Barmby, McClellan

Jackson, b .. . . 17

. .

D . C. Hampson, c and b McClellan .. W. F . Ross, c and b Whaley

A. E. Doxford, b Whaley

Total

o 12

T. P . Alexander, not out Extras . .

. . 118

. .

W . E . Wilkinson, b Whaley

Total

F. II . Alderson, b McClellan

O . \V . Whaley, h Hampson E . B. I-Iicks, not out Extras . .

. .

F. Miller, c W . Procter, b Whaley 34 C . T . Sadler, b Whaley . . .. 6

J . Scarborough, c Sadler, b IIampson 23 H . C . Jackson, b Alderson . . 0 F . Ilulman, b Alderson

DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. A. Headlans, c Jackson, b Whaley . . . . .. ..

. .113

BOWLING ANALYSIS. II . T . McClellan O . W . Whalley E . It . Hicks . . J . Scarborough II . C . Jackson

.. .. .. .. . .

NV.

23 27 5 6 2

8 I3 1

43 29 13

3 7 0 o

O . W. Whaley bowled one wide and one no-ball.

YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN v. ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. The Gentlemen again got together a strong Eleven, and would probably have gained an easy victory if time had allowed . Rev. E. S . Carter batted splendidly for 77.

McClellan played well for the School.

YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN.

ST . PRI'ER ' S.

Rev . E. S . Carter, c McClellan, b Waud ..

R . Crawshaw, c Brogden, b Hine. Haycock . .

G . Croft, c Mitchell, b McClellan ..

E. Procter, c Seymour, b IIineHaycock . . .

14 ..8 . Procter, b IIink-IIaycock T . Scarborough, b lline-Haycock . . IS

T. S . Brogden, b McClellan . . .. W Capt . Hine-Haycock, b Jackson Capt . Archdale, b Waud

G. C. Waud, c IIine-Haycock, b Trafford . . . . . . 14

C . Cholmley, c Mitchell, b Waud . . Capt . Seymour, not out .. Capt . Trafford, c Procter, b Jackson M . Burton, b Whaley

II . McClellan, b IIine-IIaycock

. . 32

F. Bulman, b Hine-Haycock

.. 5

Capt . Coates, b Jackson

A . Jackson, c IIine-IIaycock, b Seymour

T . Straker . b Jackson

F. Mitchell, not out ..

O . Whaley, not out ..

Extras ..

Total

. .201

Extras .. Total (for 8 wickets)

Obi

CRICKET .

7 9.

v . RIPON. This, our first match with the above club, was played at Ripon, and ended in favour of St . Peter ' s by 56 runs . Dixon bowled well for Ripon, taking seven wickets for 52 runs, out of a total of 105. ST . PETER ' S. G. C . Waud . b Dixon

RtroN. ..

W. Bland, b McClellan

E . Procter, b Dixon ..

C . Grabham, b Whaley

\V . Procter, b Dixon .. R. Crawshaw, c Richmond, b Day

S I

S . Dixon, b McClellan .. II . Pullan, c \Vaud, b Whaley

H. McClellan, b Dixon

G. Day, b Whaley

J . Scarborough, b Day

II . Graves, c \Vaud, b Whaley

3 8

C . Cole-Hamilton, b McClellan

J . Richmond, c McClellan, b Whaley W. Graves, not out

H . Jackson, c Groves, b Dixon F. Bulman, b Day

F. Mitchell, c Day, b Dixon T . Isherwood, b Dixon .. 0. Whaley . not out

o o

Extras

Total

.. ..

W. \Vrangham, c Mitchell, b Whaley

R . Ragg, b Whaley Extras

105

•• 4

Total

. . 49

DURHAM.

In the return match which was played at Durham, the result of the former match was reversed, the home xt winning by 70 runs . St . Peter ' s were unfortunate enough to lose the toss and had to field for four hours

in a blazing sun, so that when their turn for batting came, they collapsed utterly . Six or eight chances were missed which will give some idea of the brilliant fielding . Sadler slogged well for 40, while Barmby played in good form for 39 . W . Procter, Crawshaw, and Jackson were the only three who got into double figures for St . Peter' s. DURHAM. M. L. Headlam, b Whaley . . . . L. W . Badnall, run out H. Barmby, b McClellan

. .

8 12 . . 39

T . Miller, c Scarborough, b Jackson 21 C .S . Sadler, c E . Procter, b McClellan 40 W . Wilkinson, b \Vaud .. . . 21 F . Alderson, b McClellan

. . so

T. Alexander, b \Vaud

.. o

F. M . Ross, b Waud

.. o

ST. PETERS. E. Procter, b Alderson

R . Crawshaw, b Alderson

\V . Procter, c Miller, b Headlam J . Scarborough, b Alexander G. C . Vaud, b Alderson II . McClellan, run out F. Bulnran, run out .. II . Jackson, not out .. F. Mitchell, c Sadler, b Ileadlam

W . Walker, b \Vaud . .

O . \W . Whaley, b Barmby

C . Wilkinson, not out

2 . . 14

II . Allan, c Sadler, b Barmby Extras

. .167

Total

Extras . . Total

CRICKET.

v . YORK. The return match v. the above club ended most disastrously for the School, who lost by 98 runs . Scores : Sr . PIETER ' S.

YORK. H . Dowse, b Scarborough J . L . Procter, b Jackson

2 ..

G . Barton, c Allan, b Whaley .. 3 T.Sowden, c Scarborough, b Jackson 3 b R . Scott, b Whaley .. IO

R . Crawshaw, b Smith E. Procter,b Wisker .. F. Mitchell, b Smith . . W . Procter, b Wisher

T . Scarborough, b Smith C . Jackson, b Smith . .

J . Wisher, c Metcalfe, b Whaley J . Cooper, run out . .

4 II

T. Gray, b Whaley E . Dann, not out

C . Metcalfe, c Sow den,

O. Whaley, c Watson, b Wisker

. . . .

W. Watson, c Jackson, h Whaley .. W . Smith, c Metcalfe, b Jackson .. Extras . .

Total

.. 2

F. I3ulman, b Wisker

II . Allan, not out

isker .. 0

G . Campbell, st Procter, b Wisker 0 ..5 Extras . .

. .12S

o . MR . J . WALKER'S XL Mr . Walker got together a strong XI . to oppose the School, but the bowling, and especially the fielding was so good that they could only raise a total of 44 against 99 of the School, of which Jackson made 21 . School .

MR. WALKER ' S 1I. G. Breed, c Crawshaw , b Scarborough o

R . Crawshaw, c Rhodes b Breed E. Procter, b Breed .. F. Mitchell, b Breed

R .W. Scott, c Bulman, b Scarborough 7

J . L. Procter, b Scarborough

W . Procter, c Varley, b Rhodes

R. Brools, c W . Procter . h Scarborough $

J . Scarborough, lbw, b Breed C . Jackson, c Brooks, b Rhodes II, Allan, c 3c b Rhodes

II. W. Rhodes, c Jackson, 1) Scarborough . . . 4 .. g C . Guy, c Bulman, b Jackson

F . Bulman, b Rhodes

E . Glaisby, c Jackson, b Scarborough 1

..9 J . Varley, b Whaley Linfoot, c W . Procter, b Mitchell . . p 4 H. Walker, not out . .

C . Metcalfe, c Brooks, b Rhodes H . Metcalfe, not out . .

O . Whaley, c Brooks, b Guy

Extras Total

. . IS . . 99

P . Gamble, c Crawshaw, 1) Scarborough . . . . Extra . . Total

t !

RECREATION. " The string o'crstretched breaks, and the music flies ; " The string o'er slack is dumb, the music (lies ."

N these clays, when competition in every grade of life runs so keenly,

I and when, owing to the rapid strides of science, work is got through

at a much higher pressure than fifty years back, it behoves us seriously to consider what recreation we shall select for our leisure time, so as at once to gratify our tastes and recruit our strength : in short to keep body and mind in perfect health . There can, however, be no general rule laid down for universal adoption in this matter, so much depends upon the nature of our daily employments ; but it is undoubtedly the case that occupations of every kind, however light or arduous they may be, require to be alternated with rest and recreation. Recreations may be divided into passive and active . Of the passive recreations, sleep is the truest of all . A healthy man retires to rest after a laborious day's employment, either mental or physical—he is overcome by fatigue, and seeing that all his energy and strength have left him, he might almost be described as being temporarily dead . But in the morning what a change has taken place 1 The dead is made alive again by " tired nature ' s sweet restorer—balmy sleep ;" the man is in fact re-created during sleep and restored to his accustomed vigour. It is now generally admitted by the highest authorities that the natural duration of sleep is eight hours out of the twenty-four ; and that those who secure this amount lead the soundest lives . When this third of one ' s time has been so spent, any irregular tendency to sleep at other than the natural hours of rest is a sure sign of an erring habit, or of nervous derangement . True, that if a man by persistent effort of will accustoms himself to short or even disturbed rest, he can make a smaller allowance of sleep his rule in life . For example, many medical men accustom themselves to slumber at will, and the vocation of a professional nurse frequently enables her to acquire the same habit. Young people who take irregular and insufficient sleep are slowly but surely undermining their constitution, and this bad habit will tell upon their lives when they arrive at full maturity, when it is too late to rectify the error . It would be well if schoolboys took this to heart. Another passive recreation, and one of the first rank, is conversation . The mind never unbends more agreeably than in conversation

RECREATION.

with a well chosen friend . As Joseph Addison remarks, °` There is no blessing in life that is any way comparable to the enjoyment of a discreet and virtuous friend ." With troubles on the mind, it is difficult to enjoy the hours of recreation ; but by the communication of our troubles to some sympathising friends the burden is lightened, if not removed altogether . Conversation with well informed friends increases our knowledge and improves our understanding ; in fact there is no means of acquiring information on miscellaneous subjects more agreeably than by conversation. A recreation which finds favour amongst the majority of people residing in or near large towns is theatre-going . This, too, conies under the head of passive recreations . It is certainly a subject for congratulation that with the great change for the better which has taken place in the tone of society in general, during recent years, the stage has improved likewise, and may now be fairly ranked amongst the instructors of the people . For instance, what can be more edi rying than to witness one of Shakespeare ' s plays put on the stage in London, under Mr . Irving's management ? There one sees all the characters in the play conscientiously rendered by intelligent actors, who by dint of long and careful study fully enter into the spirit of their respective parts ; and the merit of the acting is enhanced by scenery at its highest pitch of perfection. But it ought to be observed that recreation, to be effectual, ought to be that which takes a man thoroughly out of himself ; he ought, in his leisure time, to do something as different as possible from his daily work . Thus, the man who leads a sedentary life, whose vocation necessitates his remaining at his desk all day long, or who is otherwise engaged in any indoor employment, might not find theatre-going much of a recreation ; for him, the active recreations are the suitable ones. I3e should take up riding, bicycling, rowing, shooting, or some of the manly games, such as cricket, football, and the like ; by so doing the whole current of his thoughts is set in a different direction ; unused muscles and energies are brought into play, and he is obliged to think and act in a manner quite different from that to which he is accustomed in his hours of labour . We have not sufficient space at our disposal to discuss the relative merits of the recreations to which we have adverted, but few persons are so situated as to be prevented from taking part in some of them. There is, however, another recreation which, although one of the oldest, if not the oldest, of our English games, has not until recent

RECREATION .

years been received with universal favour ; we refer to tennis . Formerly . this game was played in smoothly paved courts, and at Hampton Court Palace the fine old tennis court, which dates back to the reign of Henry VIII ., is still in use . But a great impetus was given to the game when it was discovered that the green sward was as well suited for tennis as an asphalted court ; so much so, that lawn tennis is now the most fashionable and fascinating of recreations . Perhaps the chief source of its success is that ladies can enjoy it equally with men and rival them in dexterity ; and as great athletes in the manly games do not of necessity carry off the laurels in lawn tennis, it gives ladies as well as the lesser lights in the athletic fraternity an opportunity of coming to the front . We may say, in parenthesis, that we do not, however, recommend the introduction of tennis at St . Peter's, as it only interferes with the progress of cricket, which is after all the active recreation for school boys . The honour of a school to some extent depends on the number of victories won by its "First Eleven" over other schools, and it is impossible for the Eleven to excel in cricket if all available time for practice is given to tennis. For the man who is constantly in society some intervals of solitude, or, at least, reflective meditation would be useful, and to such the "friendship of books " may be commended . But the most satisfactory of all recreation is that which is to be found at home . M . Guizot remarks as follows : " Neither the engrossing occupations of politics, nor the excitement of opposition, nor the gratification of vanity, have ever wholly absorbed and satisfied me . I have never been thoroughly and really happy except through my affections, and if I could succeed in everything else, it would be of very little consequence to me if I had no one on whom to bestow them . One's heart is one' s life, and one ' s heart is in the bosom of one ' s family. I can say this with more authority than anyone, for I have known and tried everything ." If such words as these should emanate from a Frenchman, to whom many of the comforts of English domestic life are unknown—in whose language indeed the word "home " does not exist—surely we, who pride ourselves on the happiness of our home life, can more than endorse his experience .

emortam.

ON JUNE TILE 26TH, AT FILEY, VIOLET SWIFT STEPHENSON, SECOND DAUGHTER OF THE REV. H . M . STEPHENSON, IIEAD MASTER OF ST. PETER' S SCHOOL, YORh . AGED 15 YEARS . + The Rev. C . R . Gilbert thus alluded to the sad event on Sunday, June the 27th :—" In the special circumstances of the present time my text, I am sure, will have struck a chord of sympathy which will echo in the hearts of all . Now that she is gone, we feel that we have lost one of ourselves . There is a vacant seat in this chapel where we are accustomed to meet which will never receive its occupant again in the body . Yet while we feel that we have lost a familiar friend, while we suffer with those near and dear to her whom she has left behind, yet our true position with reference to her is rather that expressed in the last clause to our text : ` If one member be honoured all the members rejoice with it .' She has been delivered from suffering, has exchanged suffering for an existence where there shall be no more pain, and where sorrow and sighing are fled away ."

NOTES AND ITEMS. C . B . Clarke, O .P ., has been appointed to a Spencer Scholarship in Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. H . W. Rhodes scored 97 for the Yorkshire Gentlemen z . Wakefield, and 32 V. Gentlemen of Nottinghamshire. The present number ofl'eterite members of the Public School Bible Union is 74. Anyone wishing to become a member may do so on application to T . P . Clarke, who has succeeded L . W . Pickles as Secretary. J . G . Wilson and H . Bloomfield in the late Cambridge and Oxford Board Examinations gained Certificates with distinction in Greek History, and Greek, and Mathematics respectively. O . W . Whaley and A . C . Clarke have been elected Editors of the Peterite. O . W . Whaley has been elected Captain, and F . A. Bulman, Secretary of the Cricket Eleven for the next season. The averages, characters, &c ., of the 1st eleven, have unfortunately been excluded from this number through lack of space, but will appear in our next .

THE

PETkRITF Von. IX .

OCTOBER, 1886 .

No . 63.

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. MEETING of Old Peterites was held at the School, on Saturday,

A September 25th, at 7 p .m ., Rev . H . M . Stephenson in the chair. It was proposed by G . H . Eyre, and seconded by G. W. Bulman, "That a club be formed of former members of St . Peter 's School and be called 'The Old Peterite Club .'" The meeting then proceeded to the election of a President, and Rev. H . M . Stephenson was unanimously elected . As the meeting was a small one and could not be considered a representative meeting of Old Peterites the election of other officers and the passing of rules were left over until it should be possible to call a really representative meeting ; meanwhile, a Provisional Committee, consisting of Messrs. J . R. Wood, G . H . Eyre, H . C . B . and E . W . Clayforth, and F . Ware, was appointed, in order to draw up a full scheme, including lists of officers and rules and regulations, to be submitted to the General Meeting . After some slight discussion on various suggestions concerning the management of the Club a hearty vote of thanks was passed to the Headmaster for his kindness in presiding, and there being no further business the meeting then dissolved.

OXFORD LETTER. HE long vacation has brought several changes with it, and few of

T them, unfortunately, are to the liking of the mass of the

University . It has lost a great number of well-known faces—the president of the boats, the captains of the cricket and football, both Rugby and Association, and the president of the O .U .A .C . Furthermore, we return to find an old Vice-Chancellor gone and another in his office ; and we dread to think of all this change may mean . Swift and sudden the mandate came that no undergraduates shall be

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permitted to indulge in such frivolous pastime as private theatricals. Was all the work of the lamented one to be undone ? Not altogether, for the theatre is still allowed to be open for twenty-one nights each term . We breathe again at this respite, but still the future looks very threatening . Servile magazines may say the new-comer unites qualities never before united, except where politeness requires us to imagine their union and to congratulate ourselves on our wondrous powers of imagination, but individual comments in private are hardly so flattering. Dr . Bellamy can hardly fail to invite comparisons with his predecessors, and that means a lot. Of course the great interest in the October term lies in the newcomers it brings and the way in which their advent affects the prospects of the University . To begin with the sport, nearest in time and nearest the writers heart, football, the Rugby Club has sustained great losses; Blair has not come up ; Wordsworth also is in retirement ; Lindsay gone down ; all our behinds gone except hey and Hall, both of whom profited by the misfortunes of others and were most lucky in obtaining their << blues . " Unfortunately, of the many freshers who have come up with great reputations none seem likely to take the places of those who have gone . The best are Borwick and Lewis, of Trinity, at threequarters ; but it is doubtful whether they will displace any old hands. The forwards will be good, strong candidates in Castens, Ginn, and Henderson . Coles is captain and hitto secretary—ah ! what a fall is there . As yet they have played three matches, Rugby, East Sheen, and Sandhurst, and in all gained fairly easy victories, although the latter profess to be stronger than they have been for ten years . Have they forgotten Bolton's year, when the great Vassall team only beat them by a goal and a try to two tries? Turning to the sister game, the back division will be strong ; H . Guy has returned to the team, and J . W. Cook, a newcomer from Lancing, is an excellent half . The forwards are almost the same . B1in alone is gone ; Pellatt succeeds him as . captain . While writing, I am expecting the result of a contest with West Bromwich Albion, whom, together with Derby County, they are taking on for the first time this year. In boating the president is coaching a trial eight, but it is so very much of a trial that it is not worth while wasting words upon it . The real river interest lies in the fours . Magdalen only have Radcliffe left, but are beat . H . McClean and Fothergill ore in the New Boat, but they are not very dangerous . B .N .C . are the best, with three of

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the Etonian eight in the crew . Christ Church are also good, Weathered rowing three and a fresher from Eton stroking them. It is too soon to say much about cricket, so I shall content myself with giving a list of useful freshmen :—M . J . Dauglish, of Harrow, who played for Middlesex last August ; G . M . Jones (New), captain of Winchester ; I-I . Lyon (Corpus) and P . C . Joy (Oriel), also from Winchester ; A . H . Gresson, of Eton ; H . M . Walters, Haileybury, and Wilson, from Rugby.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. ' PEED the parting, welcome the coming Pcterite'—Respectful perS version of an ancient maxim . This term we have to lament the departure of three of Peterite contingent, L . E . Stevenson, of Christ' s, of football and weight fame (the weight in two senses) ; E . A . Lane, of Jesus ; and A . Chadwick, of St . John ' s . In their places we receive an equal number, R . Crawshaw at Pembroke, H . Bloomfield at Clare, and L . W . Pickles at Trinity. Of the two first named we hear favourable reports from the river side . With regard to the other Pclerites here, A . Spencer has been elected to the office of Secretary to the Christ' s R .U .F .C., and Daniel is acting in the same capacity for Trinity Rest A C . Lord and Clarke are playing for their colleges, and the latter is also plying the well-turned oar ; Johnson, too, is figuring in his college xv . An old opponent of ours, Alderson, is making a name in the football world, having been mentioned as `the pick of the field' in the Freshmen ' s game . Of other freshmen McEwan, of Trinity, a Fettes man, is a likely candidate for his Blue . There are, however, only four vacancies in the University Fifteen, viz . :—one full back and three forwards . Consequently, it is probable that the team will have a better season than of late years . Brutton is captain for the second time . At the time of writing the matches have not begun, but a strong card has been arranged, the Oxford match being set down for December 15th . The Association XI . cannot hope to be anything like as strong as last year, as there are only four old choices up, and such gaps as the loss of Cobbold and Walters will not be easily filled. With a weak team and hard luck they lost their first match against the Old Westminsters by four goals to three. About the river your correspondent is not well informed, but the University Fours are coming off next month . Trinity Hall and

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Pembroke are spoken of as favourites, and perhaps Third Trinity, who have only one of last year ' s winning crew. Rumour hath it that we are to have our Headmaster up next term to preach a University sermon . We only hope rumour may not be `a lying jade ' in this case, but give us an opportunity of welcoming Mr. Stephenson up here again . PETER.

SCHOOL LETTER. MUCH of importance has passed since the last School letter was MUCH We are now well on in the term and everything connected with the School is progressing favourably . In our last letter we reviewed the past cricketing season and were very fairly well satisfied with its results . Now, however, the football team and its prospects demand our attention . We have played four or five of our matches, in which the "fortunes of war" have been both favourable and adverse. In the first we met a strong team of Old Boys ; a draw was the result, neither side scoring a major point . The play throughout was very fast and we may congratulate the team on their first performance . The match with Ripon Grammar School brought with it a different result, in the shape of a substantial victory for the School . The victory, however, would have been even greater, had the team played up as well as they did in the first match ; want of dash and spirit and an inability to pack in the scrimmages were most noticeable in the play of the School . This, however, we may attribute to the depressing effects of two matches with scratch teams played early in the term after the Old Boys' match, which proved overwhelmingly strong for the School. Beyond these few remarks we will forbear to criticise the play of the team, but merely express the hope, or rather the conviction, that this year's team will maintain the name of the School in the football field. We must now pass on to the subject of the Theatricals . There were some fears that an unfortunate combination of circumstances might prevent this School performance from being held this year . However, these fears proved unfounded and unnecessary, and it was decided as usual at an Upper School meeting that the Theatricals should be held again this terns . The play, which is now decided on, is Shakespeare 's

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Much Ado About Nothing ." Many of our readers will recollect that this play was acted six years ago at the School Theatricals ; but as it was expected that there would be few now at the School who could remember it, it was decided to act this play a second time . The lack of fellows to take the parts made it feared that this 1•ity could not be acted . However, this evil Al as averted, and the "d rmatis personre" settled on, and now the Theatricals are going on—if we may use the schoolboy phraseology—"swimmingly ." There was ome talk at the beginning of the term of a departure being made f r the old way of learning the play and a suggestion made in one of ti, past numbers of the Peterite being followed, that is to say, that the .actors should first learn their parts separately before rehearsals were held . This doubtless would prevent the needless waste of time which attended the old way of getting up the play, though it is uncertain how it would answer in the end . As it is, we believe a sort of compromise is being effected, neither the old way or the new being entirely followed . With regard to the actors we are fortunate in having a considerable number of those who took part is last year's and previous Theatricals . With Crosthwaite, \Vaud, and Egginton, all of whom played so prominent a part in "The Good-natured Man" last year, the Theatricals ought this year to maintain the high standard of excellence they have hitherto reached. Before we conclude we must both congratulate and thank the Old Boys for the important step they have taken in forming the new " Old Peterite Club . " It is the one bond between the School and its past members whose want has been felt so long on both sides, and no doubt will be a great means of bringing the Old Boys and the School more into union . Besides thanking them generally on behalf of the School we must thank them personally for ourselves for the great benefit they are conferring on us . Thanks to them, the Peterite funds will be materially added to each year, and we may expect that if this Old Peterite Club continues in existence, as it promises and is most likely to do, the Peterite will never have to be discontinued for want of pecuniary means . But this is not the only benefit which we hope the School will derive from this institution . One of the objects of the Old Peterite Club is to organise teams of Old Boys to compete in cricket, football, and rowing with the School, and these cannot but have a most desirable effect, both in adding to the efficiency of the School representatives in these branches of sport and in increasing, if possible, the friendly spirit which exists betwixt Past and Present Peterites .

CRICKET ST . PETER'S SCHOOL v. LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match was played at Leeds on July loth, and resulted in a decisive victory for Leeds by 58 runs . St . Peter's went first to the wickets, and compiled the very respectable total of r 21, towards which \Vaud contributed a very good 30 . Davies captured six wickets with what might fairly be described as " sneaks, " at a small cost. When Leeds went in to bat, the St . Peter's bowling, which was weakened by the absence of Whaley, came in for severe treatment . Davies was soon disposed of; but Smith and Thompson, assisted by some rather loose fielding, gave a great deal of trouble, and various changes had t& be resorted to before they were separated . It should be mentioned that, after the required number of runs had been hit off, St . Peter's rather relaxed their efforts, which accounts in a great measure for the scores hit up by the " tail end . " Waud bowled steadily and well, but otherwise the St . Peter ' s bowling was hardly up to the mark . Score : ST . PETERS.

R . Crawshaw, b Smith

LEEDS.

II . Davies, c Crawshaw, b Scarbrough . . . . . . ., 5 A . W . Smith, c W . Procter, b Scarbrough .. . 31

E . Procter, b Henderson . . .. G . C . Waud, b Davies F . A . Bulman, b Thompson

I1 . IIutchinson, b McClellan

.. 7 If . L . IIodgson, b Waud . . . . 2 V. Thomason, c E . Procter, b McClellan . . . 40

H . McClellan, c & b Thompson W. K . Procter, lbw, b Davies II . C . Jackson, b Davies

J . Scarbrough, lbw, b Davies

II . E . Tenderson, b Waud

H . Allan, b Davies . .

1) . Seaton, b \Vaud . .

C . Metcalfe, b Davies

.. . .

H . Metcalfe, not out .. Extras . .

H . L . Atkinson, c W. Procter, b C . Metcalfe . . .. . . t2 W. J . Robinson, b \Vaud . . . . 24 J . B . Seaton, not out Extras

Total

Ii . E . Boultbee, c Scarbrough, b McClellan . . .. .. . . 25.

I21

. .

. . tg . . 16

Total

t7¢

REMARKS ON THE CRIChET SEASON, 1886. The Cricket season ended on July loth, and the School have every reason to be satisfied with the results . Considering that out of last year's Eleven only three were available the record is eminently

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satisfactory . Out of 14 matches played 6 were won, 5 lost, and 3 drawn . The victories were gained over Clifton, York, Rev . E . S. Carter's Eleven, Durham School, Ripon School, and Mr . Walker's Eleven . All these, and especially the last, were performances which reflected great credit upon the Eleven . The defeats were sustained at the hands of Yorkshire Gentlemen, St . John's College, Durham School, Leeds Grammar School . and York . The drawn games were with Yorkshire Gentlemen, Clifton, and Flaxton. The batting of the Eleven has been remarkably good . The old members all showed advance on last year's form, but the average, though ultimately won by McClellan, was keenly contested by several new members. With the exception of McClellan, all the bowlers are this year ' s men, and considering this, they have acquitted themselves very creditably . The fielding, excepting on one or two occasions, left little to be desired. It is somewhat early to speculate on the prospects of next season. At present they do not seem very bright . The Second Eleven it is true, out of six matches played, scored five wins to one defeat, but unfortunately several who contributed materially towards these successes will have left before next season . However, there must be plenty of talent latent in the School, and it remains for those in authority to unearth it. Appended are the characters of the Eleven : A very pretty bat, with strong defence, but somewhat lacking in hitting power . A safe field at cover-point, and an able and judicious captain.

*R . CRAWSIIAW.

An excellent all-round cricketer, being a first-rate bat, a useful bowler, and a safe field anywhere.

*H . MCCLELLAN .

good bat, but was somewhat unlucky towards the end of the season . Inclined to be lazy in the field.

*E . PROCTER . A

very effective bowler, securing a large number of the wickets . Poor bat, and good field.

O . W . WHALEY . A

A very useful member of the Eleven . A hardhitting bat, fair bowler, and very smart field.

*J . SCARBROUGH .

A very pretty bat, but a little inclined to pull across his wicket . A safe catch in the long field, and ought to develope into a thoroughly good cricketer .

W . PROCTER .

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fine free-hitting bat ; was a little troubled with nervousness at the beginning of the season . A very useful change bowler and good field.

*G . C . WAVD . A

H . C . JACKSON. A useful, but very unlucky bat. Occasionally of service as a bowler . His fielding at point was one of the features of the season. •F . BULMAN.

powers .

very fair hat, possessing considerable defensive A useful wicket-keeper, and fine field anywhere. A

H . W. ALLAN . A steady bat, and might develope into a "stone wall ." A smart field near the wickets. *C . METCALFE .

A very pretty bat, considering his size . Very active

in the field. Those marked * will have left before next season.

BATTING AVERAGES. Inngs . Not out. Runs . 17 I 163 R . Crawshaw . . II . McClellan . . 12 0 162 E . Procter .. 14 I 163 O . Whaley .. 13 2 39 17 3 149 J . Scarbrough . . 184 W . Procter .. 15 0 G. C . Waud . . 13 0 166 II . C . Jackson IS 3 122 F . Bulman . . 15 I 48 II . Allan . . S I 32 4 0 C . Metcalfe 23

H . McClellan O . Whaley J . Scarbrough G . C . Waud H . C . Jackson

. . .. .. . . . .

BOWLING AVERAGES. Overs. Mdns . Runs. 152'1 31 386 167' 2 40 324 71'4 18 155 53 16 S9 31'3 5 .. Io6

Average. 10335131 12,1531r IO C 121 5I2 i3 8A 4 5*

Wkts . 32 46 21 II 9

Average. 1258 7,1:, 7A8 311 II?r,

Metcalfe bowled I over, o maidens, 6 runs, I wicket.

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v. OLD PETERITES, F .C .—SEPTEMBER 25.

HE School opened their season most auspiciously, the form shewn:

T being most promising . The Old Boys had got together a very strong

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which they gave us such a thrashing last Christmas. The result, however, was very different from that of the former occasion, as neither side could claim any real advantage at the close, the score being 4 minors to r in favour of the Old Boys . The XV . all appeared in the new jerseys, which seemed to have gained unanimous approbation . In former years it has been the custom for a few to appear in School colours for this match, while the rest presented a mongrel appearance in any colours they might happen to have . Flags, at last, have also been provided, so that our ground will not be such a laughing-stock to our opponents as in former years . The chief credit for such a favourable draw undoubtedly lies with the halves—Smith and Procter—both played grandly, and certainly saved the game . Owing to the presence of Eyre four three-quarters were played, and the experiment on the whole answered . Of the four, Bulman shewed the best form by a long way, both kicking and running in a very effective fashion . Waud and Jackson both kicked well, but the same cannot be said of Gofton, who was evidently out of form . An injury to his leg no doubt affected his play to some extent . E . Procter, at back, both kicked and collared well, but he is a trifle too slow in his movements . The forwards, though only eight in number, were more than a match for their opponents, and did very well indeed . For the Old Boys, Eyre, Lord, and Rhodes did wonders behind, and Bulman at back made some huge punts . The pick of the forwards was undoubtedly Clarke, who was ably seconded by Ware. The School won the toss, and elected to play down hill . Eyre set the leather in motion, but by a capital kick Waud returned it to the centre . The Old Boys then made a fierce onslaught upon the School line, and compelled the Present to touch down twice in self-defence. Bulman dropped out, and the ball was quickly rushed down the field . Bulman then picking up, made a good run, but was tackled before looking really dangerous . Scrimmages were the order of the day—Procter and Smith dropping most intrepidly upon the ball whenever it came loose . After half-time, the School pressed the Past considerably for some time, the forwards shewing to great advantage. Some good play, however, on the part of Lord, Rhodes, and Eyre transferred the leather to dangerous proximity to the home goal . Just before the call of time Eyre, receiving a good pass, made a capital sprint, and was only brought down within a few yards of the goal line team indeed, in fact, they had nearly as strong a team as the one with

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by E . Procter. The following were the teams, the members of last year ' s XV . being marked with an asterisk : School.—E . Procter, back ; *J . E . Gofton, *F . A . Bulman, G . C. Waud, and H . Jackson, three-quarters ; *W. K . Procter and H . Smith, half ; *J . G. Wilson (captain), *R . Crosthwaite, *O . W. Whaley, *H . Rouse, H . Hutchings, T . P . Clarke, H . Allan, and A . Birks, forwards. Old Boys .--G. H. Bulman, back ; G . H . Eyre (captain), R . D . C. Rose, and P . E . Lord, three-quarters ; H . W. Rhodes and A . Rose, half ; C . B . Clarke, A . Wade, R . Crawshaw, F . Ware, H . C . B. Clayforth, E . Clayforth, C . R . Lane, H . McClellan, and Rev. C . R. Gilbert, forwards.

ST . PETER'S NOMAD'S F .C .—OCTOBER 2. This match was robbed of all its interest owing to the unavoidable absence of Wilson, Gofton, and Rouse from the School XV . Their places were taken by Isherwood, Crosthwaite, and Campbell . Rose had got together a very strong team for the occasion, so that the School had practically no chance of success whatever . As the Nomad's XV. is chiefly composed of past members of the School, it may be of interest to readers to hear that so far they have played three matches, and have been victorious upon all three occasions . The other two matches were with the Leeds Grammar School (Past and Present), whom they defeated by r goal i try to 2 tries ; and St . John's College, whom they beat by 2 goals 3 tries to nil. The match under notice ended in their favour by 2 goals 5 tries to r try, which was obtained by \Vaud . Rose, Rhodes, Bulman, Daniel, and Sidgewick, secured tries for the Nomads . It may also be mentioned that after half-time Allan was obliged to leave, and that during the second half the Nomads played sixteen men. I' Tomadr .—F. Ware, back ; R . D . C . Rose (captain), G . H . Bulman, and H . W . Rhodes, three-quarters ; P. E . Lord and A . Rose, half ; W. F . Bird, J . Gay, A. Sidgewick, C . B . Clarke, H . C . B . Clayforth, E . W . Clayforth, P . Gamble, G . Daniel, A. Spenser, and A . Wade, forwards .

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v . RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. OCTOBER 9, AT YORK.

The School had an easy task, and won by t goal 3 tries and 9 minor points to r minor . Their score, however, should have been more than doubled had they shewn any combination . The forwards were the most to blame, as they straggled all over, and, although more powerful than their opponents, more than counteracted this advantage by systematic slovenliness . The backs both ran and kicked well, Waud showing to great advantage throughout . He was, however, rather selfish, and made two very poor attempts at goal, when he might—at any rate once—have easily run in . Bulman had very little to do, having few chances given him, but he always made considerable way when he had the opportunity . Jackson also made some good runs. and both he and Procter fed the three-quarters well . The Ripon team was light, but their tackling was very good, and both Day and ColeHamilton gave evidence of considerable speed . It may be mentioned that this w\s the first occasion on which the two Schools have met in the football field. Ripon kicked off, but the bail was well returned by Waud into touch near the 25 flag . Thanks to a good run by Cole-Hamilton, the first scrimmage was formed in the home territory . The York forwards then made a good dribble down the field, and there was a long series of scrimmages upon the visitors' goal line . At last Wilson dribbled neatly over the line and obtained a try. Gofton made a very fair attempt at goal, considering the difficulty of the place. On restarting, the' ball was confined to the Ripon quarters . Six minor points were quickly registered . Smith then obtained a try, but was recalled for picking up in a scrimmage . Waud also cleverly evaded his opponents and crossed the line, but unfortunately lost the ball, which was very greasy, and difficult to hold during the whole game . Halftime was then called, the score standing at r try 6 minor points to nil. Wilson kicked off, and soon afterwards Waud twice received passes in a very favourable position for dropping a goal, but both times made most feeble attempts . He promptly, however, made amends by obtaining a capital try, from which Bulman kicked a splendid goal. Ripon then played up with more vigour, and pressed the School considerably . At last the forwards worked it out of danger, and Jackson made a grand run almost to the goal line . He then passed well to %Vaud, who completed the try . Gofton directly afterwards

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ran in, but neither of these tries were improved upon . Time was then called, leaving the School the victors by the above-stated score.

v . BEVERLEY .—OCTOBER 16, AT BEVERLEY. The School XV. was considerably weakened by the enforced absence of Smith and the two Proclers, A . C . Clarke, Hood, and Wade taking their places, and was defeated by r goal, 2 tries, and 5 minor points to nil . The game, however, was a very pleasant one, and was better contested than the score would appear to indicate. In the first five minutes Beverley obtained a try and a dropped goal, so that it is a matter for congratulation that their score was not greater. With regard to the play of the School, the forwards showed remarkably good form all round : they packed well, and quite held their own in the loose, in addition to putting in some very useful tackling. Crosthwaite did yeoman service in the scrimmage, while Rouse displayed considerably superior form to what he has recently done. Jackson played a better game at half than he has done before, and Hood made a most promising debut. The play of the three-quarters was below the average on the whole . Gofton was decidedly the best of the three : for the first time this season he showed his old form. Bulman played a safe game, but Wand fell far short of his previous good performances . Birks at back was out of his element, his attempts to collar by the hair being grotesque in the extreme . This fault, however, is by no means confined to him only, as several of the XV. persist in attempting to tackle high . If low tackling were the rule instead of the exception, the scores of opponents would be considerably diminished. Beverley kicked off with the wind, and, owing to the shortness of the ground, the ball was kicked right out of the field of play. Gofton dropped out, but Beverley quickly worked the ball back again, and Brough by a good run obtained a try, which he failed to improve upon . No sooner had the game been restarted than a neat pass enabled one of their three-quarters to drop a goal . The School now played up with more determination, becoming more accustomed to the size of the ground . Gofton made a good run to the home 25, but the School were chiefly confined to their own quarters until half time was called . Aided by the wind, the School began quickly to act on the offensive . The game now became chiefly a forward one, and consisted

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of a series of even scrimmages . At last the School forwards made

a grand rush, and were within an ace of scoring, but the danger was averted by Newbold, who ran the ball back to his 25 . The game continued to be confined to neutral territory, until Bulman passed to an opponent by mistake, who, by a good run, obtained a try close to the touch-line . The attempt at goal was unsuccessful . Time was then called, leaving Beverley victorious by five points to nil.

v. THORPARCH GRANGE .—OCTOBER 23,

AT YORK.

It may safely be said that the School XV. accomplished a record, winning by no less than r r goals, to tries, and 6 minor points to nil. An account of the match would be tedious, as it consisted merely of a succession of tries ; in fact, the average time taken in getting each try was a little over three minutes, and from this must be deducted the time taken up in kicking the goals . Thorparch, who played three masters, were very much lighter and weaker both behind and forward. Neither of the Procters could assist the School, and their places were taken by Metcalfe, who was played back, and Isherwood . Metcalfe's capabilities as a back could not be tested, as he never once touched the ball . All the three three-quarters were in great form, their running, passing, and kicking leaving nothing to be desired . Waud obtained no less than 6 tries, a sufficient proof of the excellence of his play. Bulman ran in three times, and had very hard lines in not scoring more frequently, and also kicked 3 goals ; while Gofton obtained a try and kicked 5 goals—one a splendid kick, about five yards from the touch-line . Jackson, at half, obtained a try and kicked a goal, and ran throughout with considerable dash ; and Smith, who plays a defensive game better than an offensive one, did a lot of hard work . Wilson and Crosthwaite were the pick of the forwards, obtaining 4 and 3 tries respectively, and each kicking a goal . Of the rest, Clarke, Whaley, and Rouse each secured a try . Not the least encouraging feature of the match was the unselfish character of the play, and the dash which the XV. kept up from start to finish.

v. NEWLAND P .C ., HULL -OCTOBER 30TH. The School rivalled their exploit of the preceding Saturday by winning by 5 goals, 8 tries, and 7 minor points to aril, and this against a club that

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has entered for the Hull and District Rugby Union Challenge Cup . A Hull team has not appeared upon the ground for some years, so that despite wretched, rainy weather, a large attendance had assembled. It is very gratifying to note how much more interest is taken by the School in rst XV . matches this season . No doubt this is partly due to a far more interesting list of matches than we have had in former years ; but still it may be taken as an encouraging omen for the future. We may take this opportunity of thanking those who turn out even in wet weather to see the School play, coupling with our thanks a hope that they will continue to do so. For once in a way we had our full team, the two Procters taking their old places at half and back . E. Procter (lid all that he had to do in a very efficient manner indeed, never fumbling the ball at all, although it was very slippery and greasy. All the three three-quarters showed up well, Waud and Bulman especially so . At the beginning of the season it was thought the three-quarters would not be much better than last year' s, but judging by the later matches they seem to be incomparably superior in all points . The hero of the day, however, was certainly Jackson, whose dodging and kicking was perfect . He has never previously approached the form that he showed on this occasion. The forwards played well to a man ; Clarke, who made good use of his immense strength, and Whaley being perhaps the best . The Hull team played up very fairly at first, but after two goals had been scored against them in quick succession, they seemed to fall altogether to pieces . They seemed quite nonplussed by the excellen t passing, and displayed very prominently the fatal fault of attempting to tackle high . Lester was the best behind the scrimmage, while the forwards shewed at times some capacity for dribbling . The tries were obtained by Jackson (4), Vaud (3), Bulman (2), Wilson, Crosthwaite, , Rouse, and Gofton . Gofton kicked 4 goals and Nilson I . Several easy chances at goal were missed, but the heaviness of the ball no'. doubt had something to do with it . The Newland team was as follows : G . Thompson (back) ; H . B . Lester, J. Tate, 1V. Walker (threequarters) ; H . Close, G. Hoskins (half) ; J . Sherwood, W. Carter, A . Laverack, H . Dodds, E . Wright, T . Holmes, C . Hart, A . Close, and W . Taylor (forwards) .

MARRIAGES . —NOTES AND ITEMS.

FOOTBALL MATCHES-1886-7. September loth, v. Old Boys, at York. October 9th, v . Ripon Grammar School. October 16th, z'. Beverley, at Beverley. October 23rd, v. Thorparch Grange, at York. October 30th, v. Hull Newland F .C. November 6th, v. Durham School. November 13th, v. Ripon Grammar School, at Ripon. November 20th, v. Leeds Grammar School, at York. November 27th, v. Durham School, at Durham. December 4th, v. Beverley, at York. 1887. at York . February 5th, v . Doncaster, February 12th, v. Tadcaster. February 19th, v . Yorkshire College. 2nd XV. MATCHES. v . Ebor Rovers, October 15th, at York. v . Archbishop Holgate ' s, November 9th, „ v. Archbishop Holgate ' s, November 3oth, „ v. St Maurice' s Y .M .C .A ., December 11th,

MARRIAGES. On the 6th inst ., at St . Peter's, Eastgate, Lincoln, by the Rev . W . W . Dodsworth, M .A . (brother of the bridegroom), assisted by Canon Barrett (Vicar of the Parish), Leonard Dodsworth, of Weldrake, York, second surviving son of the late Benjamin Dodsworth, of Scarbro', to Ada, youngest daughter of Septimus Lowe, Esq ., J .P ., of Lincoln. On the 27tH inst ., at the Parish Church, Pickering, by the Rev . G . H . Lightfoot, Vicar of Pickering, and the Rev . W. H . Tuke (brother-in-law of the bridegroom), Capt . James Michelson, of Pickering, to Miss Ann Kitching, eldest daughter of Mr . John Kitching, J .P ., of Pickering.

NOTES AND ITEMS. J . H . Mallinson appointed to the Headmastership of the Dulwich Preparatory School.

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A. C . Clarke, R . Crosthwaite, and O . W . Whaley have been appointed Librarians. H . W. Allan has been appointed Secretary of the Cricket Club, vice F. A . Bulman, resigned.

The Editors acknowledge, with thanks, the receipt of the folloning Magazines :—Lorrettonian (2), Ulula, Barrovian, Sedberghian, Leodiensian, Alleynian, Lily, Sutton Valence. The following Old Peterites are at present in residence at Oxford : H . W . Rhodes and W . G . Wilson (Worcester) ; E . W . Clayforth (Christchurch) ; F . Grindrod (Lincoln) ; W . H . Grindrod (Keble); A . Wade (All Soul's). At Cambridge :—P . E . Lord and H . Bloomfield (Clare) ; R . T . E . Fausset, F . E . Robinson, C . B . Clarke (Corpus) ; L. W . Pickles, G . Daniel (Trinity) ; T . H . Little (Trinity Hall) ; R . Crawshaw (Pembroke) ; A . Spencer and C . Johnson (Christ's). Our readers will be glad to see that W . A . Pearson (O .P .) has been elected to seat in the York Town Council by a triumphant majority.

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PETP;RITE. VoL . X .

NOVEMBER, 1886 .

No . 64.

EDINBURGH LETTER. INCE the appearance of the last Edinburgh letter much of import-

S ance has transpired in the University.

Early in the summer the honour of knighthood was conferred upon the Professors of Anatomy and Forensic Medicine, an honour which was most deservedly merited, and which gave universal satisfaction. The Rectorial Election, which is a triennial proceeding, took place on the 3oth October, and resulted in the return of Lord Iddesleigh, who defeated Sir Lyon Playfair by a majority of 347 . Immediately after the declaration of the poll a band of excited students marched to the International Exhibition and made an attack on the principal entrance, which was defended by a body of police and exhibition officials. The students would have undoubtedly made their way in had not a large reinforcement of police put a stop to further proceedings. In the evening the usual torchlight procession was held . After parading the principal streets, escorted by a large body of mounted constabulary, an adjournment was made to the Calton hill, where the remains of the torches were burned . After a verse of ' Auld Lang Syne ' and the National Anthem, the majority formed into procession and marched to the Exhibition, where a long series of skirmishes with the police again took place, and resulted in several of the more or less rowdy being, to use a common expression, ' run in . ' We hear that rustication and a heavy fine was inflicted on those gentlemen so 'run in., The above were the proceedings which marked the closing of the Exhibition. Football shall next engage our attention . The 'Varsity team this season are exceptionally good forward and moderately so behind . Up to the present we have only lost two matches, both in the English tour, against Bradford and Richmond . We, however, had the satisfartion of beating Oxford by a try to nil .

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The most important matches yet played here were against the West of Scotland and the Edinburgh Academicals, both being drawn games. L . E . Stevenson, late of Christ's College, Cambridge, is now up here, and is figuring in a leading position in the forward division of the team. The Representative Council arranged an excellent concert in aid of the Students' Union in the second week in November, at which Marie Roze and several other well-known artistes sang . A few nights after, Marie Roze' s appearance at the Lyceum gave the students, who had assembled in the `gods ' to the number of about twelve hundred, an opportunity of presenting her with a testimonial, which consisted of an academic cap, a bouquet and silver holder with the University arms engraved upon it. After the opera was over the students assembled at the stage door, and unyoking the horses from her carriage drew her in triumph to her hotel. The long-talked of Fancy Fair in aid of the Union is now being held in the Waverley Market . It appears as if it were to be a great success, as about £6,300 has been taken in three days . We wish it every success, as it is for a most praiseworthy object. There is a large contingent of O :Ps here now, including L . E. Stevenson, S . Thorley, L . A . Ryott, R . D . C . Rose, C . L . Martin. J. L . Martin, W . T . Murray, A . S . Rose, S . E . Simpson, A . Lister, S. Gay, and A . Graham . E . I . MAC ESOR.

THE GRIVOLA. (13,o19 feet hiih .) BOUT five or six hours from Aosta (roughly speaking, due south of it), lies in a green basin the village of Cogne, the mountaineering centre of the Eastern Graian Alps . Aosta is probably well-known, at any rate to some of my readers, as the Augusta Praetoria of ancient times (whence the name Aosta), and as a resting-place on the descent from the Great St . Bernard, or as a pleasant halt (if you go to the Hotel du Mont Blanc) between Zermatt and Cormayuar. Half-way between Aosta and Cogne is the little hamlet of Vieyes, before reaching which you may spend an extra half hour in descending from the path to the Grand Eyva (the great torrent which descends from Cogne to join the Dora Baltea, the Duria of the Romans) at Pont d'Ael, to see the famous acqueduct now used as a bridge, built as you may still

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easily read on a sharp inscription by Caius Aimus and his son, in the 13th year of the Emperor Augustus . The view from this bridge is one of the glories of the Graians, indeed, of the Alps . The torrent roars four hundred feet below, between rockwalls green with ferns and closeclinging plants, and overhung by limes, whose sweet blossoms scent the summer air ; the Grivola towers ten thousand feet above, with pine woods, bare cliffs, ice and snow revealed in full splendour. This great peak, the Grivola, is one of the most famous mountains in the Alps . Well seen as this side of it is from the Val d ' Aoste, the great white pyramid of ice and snow " with wedge sublime, " has justly won for itself the name of the "beautiful " Grivola. Seen on a stormy day, as I once saw it, when the thunder-clouds suddenly lifted, and showed it in all the spotless beauty of fresh-fallen snow, it is a memory ever unforgotten. Well, to get to business : on August 5th, 188r, my party, consisting of a well-known Alpine clubman (G . P. Baker), the guides, Ulric Almer, son of the famous veteran, Christian Almer, and J . Jossi, of Grindelwald, a Cogne porter, and I, after lunching at the little inn at Vieyes, mounted the path nearly opposite the Cantine leading to the Col de Mesoncles . We enjoyed some lovely sights on our way ; tile glacier of the Grivola with the torrent descending from it framed in pines being especially striking, as also was the view of the Val d'Aoste, from vineyards, cornfields, and meadows, to bare slopes and summits, with the Velan and Grand Cobin towering in the background . At times the Noumenon ' s rugged head, looking almost as fierce as the famous Aiguille de Dru demanded our admiration . (In 1884 I descended him by this side, and having played the part Of what a modern bard styles "precipice-ponderer " on his wild rock face, can strongly recommend him as affording a jolly climb .) Three al-Les of the Grivola, especially the western one by which we, on the morrow, climbed the mountain, delighted us continuously. After leaving the forest, which is rich in Linncea borealis, we passed several groups of chalets, but the last were so unsavory after the fragrance of the pines and flowers, that, though we had purposed passing the night there, we decided to push on. We found a sleeping-place at a height of between 7,000 and 8,000 feet, by the side of a big rock, in full view of the morrow' s work . Our camp in this desolate combe commanded a scene of wild grandeur . In front was the Grivola, with its glacier high up above the bare ice-worn cliffs ; s

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on our right, the Col de Mesoncles, a wilderness of stones, the actual ridge consisting of fantastic pinnacles of ochre-coloured rocks (onewild turret was exactly like a figure of Athena Promachos with shield and helmet), and rising on the north in shattered spires, columns and towers to the summit of the Noumenon (11,443 feet) . This strange mass, with its numerous bastions of rock, looked like a huge irregular fortification, battered and weather-worn, of which the Noumenon himself formed the silent and deserted keep. The guides, assisted by us, stocked up the ground with their axes, picked out the stones (not all though, for there was one that declined to be moved, with which my ribs made very intimate acquaintance later on), built a low wall of stones on the windy side,—and behold our bed! Baker and I had one blanket under us and one over us ; the men had a blanket each . Luckily, the night was not cold, and though I did not sleep the whole time (8 p .m . till 2 a .m .) I did sleep till r 1 . And then I was not too cold to watch the stars . At one time I heard the angry roar of an avalanche, at another a shooting star sped on its fiery path through the unclouded sky, at another the snow took a ghostly tint in the dim light when the moon was hidden behind the Grivola. Very early in the morning the guides relit the fire for coffee-making,. and after a chilly breakfast at 3-15 we were on our way. We were bent on trying a new route up the great mountain . Thesnow arete which is so conspicuous on this side had been already once climbed, but the ridge with the huge shoulder of rock more to the west,. was as yet untouched . When we had attained this ridge we kept along it . The rocks, as we advanced, became difficult, and it took us 2 hours. to ascend 750 feet. Here you might hear the dialogue so common on a good climb :. " Are you all right, Almer? " " Yes, sir, you can come on . Put your right foot in this cleft, and then let yourself go . The rock is good ." Down I go—for here we have to go down instead of up, and try a cut round to the left . The other two follow, my friend sustaining the. difficult part of last man with great success . Then Almer climbs what looks like a smooth rock . I follow, not altogether without misgiving, but find the rock in reality very good to get up, as the rough protuberances give such help "as will serve ." The texture of the rock. itself was excellent, but had been so planed down by the ice of past years as to give but little hold for the feet .

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Here and there my companion's long legs serve him in good stead and he has the laugh of us shorter-limbed mortals. After these rocks, we came to the precipitous shoulder, so conspicuous in the view of the Grivola from Pont d 'Ael . This was the critical point in the expedition. We had seen for some time a narrow chimney in the rock, and wondered whether Almer would take to it . He did so, and after an exciting scramble we reached the top . This chimney, the height of which by aneroid was two hundred feet, took us one hour and ten minutes to climb . We were fortunate enough to find it free from ice, there being only one block jammed between the sides in which two steps were cut. Shortly after we quitted the chimney, we reached the edge of a vast chasm, opening down into the Val Savaranche, and backed by a barrier of snow, where we found water, and so stayed for a meal . Hence to the top we mounted by alternate rocks and steep ice and snow slopes, our toil being at times relieved by glorious views down the savage walls into the Val Savaranche, and across to Mont Blanc, who never loses his splendour, when seen from the Graians . The actual summit (13,019 feet) was reached at 12 .. 8 p .m . Thence we descended to Cogne by the usual well-known route . So came to an end one of the most glorious days my friend and I ever enjoyed in the Alps.

SCHOOL LETTER. TERN necessity demands a School Letter, and although there is a

S distinct lack of material out of which to compose one, her demand must be complied with . Football is of course the pursuit which attracts most general interest this term . The XV is now made up and has met with a considerable amount of success . Though they have suffered one or two defeats, they have never been completely outmatched, but even in the matches which they have lost have contrived to render a consistently good account of themselves, while on more than one occasion they have simply walked away with their opponents in a manner which must have considerably astonished them . The Second XV too have not been idle, and the way in which they disposed of Archbishop Holgate's School proves that there will be no lack of material out of which to fill up any vacancies that there may be after this term. Turning to School games, we find that the School House, after a stubbornly contested game, defeated the School, while the Day Boys

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have on two occasions proved their superiority over the Rev . C . R. Gilbert's House . Of the Juniors, the Rev . C . R . Gilbert's House defeated the School House ; but, as a rule, the Juniors have not shewn themselves particularly enthusiastic in availing themselves of the opportunities offered them of deciding the question of supremacy. The Second XV it should be mentioned have at length been awarded colours, and even those facetious individuals who endeavour to prove that white is no colour at all must confess that the effect is at one inspiriting and unique. We hear most encouraging reports of the progress of the Theatricals, and in spite of the number of novices engaged, there seems to be little doubt that the performance will keep up the reputation which the School has won for vigorous and appreciative acting. We should like to say just a word as to the School colours . It seems somewhat of an anomaly that, in the proper sense of the words, there should be no School colours . It may be said that chocolate and white are the School colours, but, if so, why do the First Eleven wear blue and white? Blue and white is undoubtedly a very pretty combination, but why they should supersede chocolate and white, which are, to say the least of it, quite as pretty, and which have the further advantage of being the proper School colours, it would be hard to say. If any of our readers better acquainted than ourselves with the traditions of the School can enlighten us on the subject we shall all be delighted to receive their views. _ee

FOOTBALL. v . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL .—Nov . 6, AT YORK. Neither school was strongly represented, Durham being deprived of the services of two of their men, while we had to deplore the absence of Clarke . More miserable weather for playing could not have been imagined. Owing to the rains of the previous week the hollows at the bottom of the field were full of a slimy mixture of mud and water, which made it impossible to get a firm footing, and to add to the misery of both players and spectators a steady rain set in as soon as the game began . On the whole, the School have no great reason to be disappointed with the form shewn by their representatives, at any rate during the first half. Scientific play was out of the question, and the

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game resolved itself into a contest of sheer strength . The School backs hardiy ever had the ball at all, else no doubt they would have given their opponents some trouble . Bulman and Gofton tackled very safely and played a good defensive game, but Vaud was entirely out of form, being apparently rather nervous . The two halves did very fairly on the whole, but were no match for Sadler, who played a grand game throughout. The School forwards behaved fairly well in the packed scrimmages, but were nowhere in the loose . They seemed to be glued together by an irresistible attraction, as they never got free from the scrimmage until the ball was right away, and when they did get free, instead of spreading out across the field, stumbled along like a flock of sheep. The Durham forwards seemed as smart a lot as ever, and excelled in dribbling . Hampson was by far the best of their three-quarters. Gofton kicked off uphill, and the forwards, backing up in grand style, got on to the back before he could return it . It was soon evident that the game would be a forward one, as scrimmages were the order of the day from the very first. The Durham forwards relieved their lines with a very nice dribble, and play gradually settled down in neutral territory . Then the superior strength of the Durham forwards began to tell and the School began to be driven back inch by inch. Jackson made a good attempt to get away, but was collared by Sadler before he made any great progress . Some fumbling on the part of the Durham backs gave the School forwards an opening, and they dribbled up to the half-way flag . At half-time the score stood at 2 minors for Durham to nil. Upon restarting a kind of panic seemed to spread through the home XV, and Sadler obtained a try in a rather difficult position . Hampson shortly after followed suit with another in pretty much the same position, but the attempts at goal were in both cases unsuccessful . The School now played up with far more life, and invaded the Durham 25 once or twice, but were never very dangerous. Durham obtained another try before time was called, and were thus left winners by 3 tries and 5 minors to nothing.

v . RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL .—Nov . 13, AT RIPON. This was the return match between the two schools, and ended, like the first one, in a victory for St . Peter 's by r goal, 3 tries, 6 minors to nothing . The game was a very hard and fast one throughout, and

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by no means as one-sided as the score would make it seem . Our opponents had improved wonderfully . They generally carried the packed scrimmages, although their forwards were, if anything, the lighter lot, but were far inferior in passing, and also, strange to say, in dribbling, though in a less degree . The School backs may fairly be said to have won the game . Waud was in grand form, his kicking, running, and passing being yery good indeed . He dropped a very pretty goal and also obtained a try . Bulman and Gofton both played well, although the former fumbled rather more than necessary, and the latter seemed to stop whenever he came up to an opponent . Jackson was by far the better of the two halves and ran and passed splendidly; he, however, should not stand so close to the scrimmage . With regard to the forwards, there seemed a sad lack of shoving power, the whole work being borne by four or five fellows . They would do well to pay more regard to this very necessary part of their duty . On the other hand, their backing up and dribbling shewed a great improvement. Ripon kicked off against the wind, and for some time neither side could claim any substantial advantage . At last the forwards made a nice combined dribble, and Wilson secured a try . Gofton made a good attempt from a very difficult place . The game then became very fast indeed , the ball travelling from one end of the ground to the other. Bulman put in some capital kicks, while Wand and Jackson were conspicuous with short runs and neat passing . Waud made a capital run right round the opposing threequarters, who for sometime were four in number, and obtained a try near the touch line . Gofton made another good but unsuccessful attempt . After half-time the School had decidedly the best of the game . Almost immediately, Waud dropped a goal from a good pass of Jackson's . Pulleyn, Day, and ColeHamilton made great efforts to save the game, but the tackling was too good for them . Just before time Rouse obtained another try, which was not improved upon.

v. LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL .—Nov . 20, AT YORK. Rouse and Clarke were unable to play for the School, but Leeds turned up a man short and had to make up their number by playing their umpire, so that neither school played their strongest team. Owing to the late arrival of the Leeds train only two thirties were played . The School, however, made good use of them, as they

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succeeded in running up a score of 6 goals, 7 tries, and 4 minor points to nil. During the first half Leeds played up very pluckily, but in the second they fell quite to pieces and hardly attempted to make a show of resistance . Of the backs, Waud, Bulman, Gofton, and Jackson all played a rattling good game . Some of the passing between Waud and Bulman was really first-rate . The forwards all more or less played well ; their shoving was good and well sustained up to the end, and their dribbling and collaring much better than usual . The Leeds backs collared well, but did not seem to have much speed, while Seaton among the forwards played a good game . The tries were obtained by Waud (3), Gofton (3), Bulman (2), Wilson (2), Jackson, Smith, and Hutchings . Wilson kicked 4 goals and Gofton 2.

v . DURHAM. This match was played at Durham on Saturday, Nov . 27th, and -ended in a victory for Durham by 7 goals, 2 tries, 3 minors to r minor . Seeing that Wilson, Gofton, Clarke, W . Procter, and E. Procter were all unable to assist this result was only what was to be expected . In spite, however, of the inequality of the score the game was stubbornly contested throughout, the York forwards playing in truly brilliant form and proving themselves more than a match for their powerful opponents . Over and over again they rushed the ball down into the Durham quarters, but the advantage so gained was nullified by the splendid combination shown by the Durham backs, in fact the running and passing of the whole team was perfect, and it is to their superiority in this respect alone that Durham owe their victory . The most conspicuous amongst them was, undoubtedly, Sadler, whose play at half-back was the feature of the game . Had we had our full team there is not the slightest doubt that an even and exciting game would have been witnessed, and it is not at all impossible, considering the form shown by the forwards, that we might have been successful. Crosthwaite, having won the toss, elected to kick off and the York forwards following up in fine style got on to the three-quarters before he could return . the first scrimmage being formed in the Durham " 25 ." Following up their success the York forwards rushed the ball along over the line, a touch-down being the result . From the kick out the Durham backs ran the ball well into the York quarters, and after some lard scrimmaging Sadler succeeded in getting over the line, the same

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player landing a goal . Soon afterwards Wood, after some good passing,,. got a try near the touch line ; Hampson's attempt at goal was unsuccessful . This kind of thing went on till half-time, the York forwards doing their very utmost to save the game, but being frustrated by the splendid combination shown by their opponents' back division . At half-time the score was 4 goals and I try. After the usual interval Durham kicked off, and the game was continued after pretty much the same fashion as before . The most noteworthy incident besides Sadler ' s fine play was a run of Wilkinson ' s . He got the ball from a kick out and succeeded in eluding all his opponents and grounding the ball behind the posts amid loud cheers . Soon after this time was called, leaving Durham victors as above stated . The winning side played well to a man, and they set us an example of combined, unselfish play which we should do well to follow . For S . Peter's the forwards played a splendid game, and it would be invidious to particularize any individual as specially distinguished . The dash and spirit with which they played throughout the whole game reflected great credit upon them all . The backs cannot be said to have made a very brilliant display, but this is only what was to be expected, seeing that three of them belonged to the Second Fifteen, while of the rest only \Vaud was playing in his. usual position. The following represented S . Peter's :—Forwards, Crosthwaite,. Bulman, Whaley, Rouse, Hutchings, Allan, Birks, Campbell, A . C. Clarke ; half-backs, Smith, Hood ; three-qaarter backs, \Vaud, Jackson,. Isherwood ; back, Metcalfe.

MISSIONARY NEWS.

The following letter was received by Mr . Routh from the Bishop of North Caledonia in connection with the North Pacific Mission : He also enclosed the Indian version of several well-known English. hymns ; one of which we give below . Metlakatla, British Columbia, September 2nd, 1886. Dear Mr . Routh, I accuse myself of greatly neglecting my staunch friends of: St . Peter's School, Excuses I could offer that would create sympathy,. but I forbear on principle. If you will permit me I will imagine myself talking to the boys .

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I wish I could as easily take the whole of you in tow as I did lately about go Haida Indians from Queen Charlotte Islands and spin away with you to a lovely spot, the winter haunt of wolves . You would enjoy a charming holiday . I had eight canoes and two boats for a tail to my little steamer Evangeline . She is 48 feet long, but shorter than some of the canoes . Were she transformed from friend to foe she would turn on them and, without any damage to herself, dash through them as so many fragile ornaments . Yet these hollowed-out cedar trees had come over from Nassett, a voyage like that from Brest to Plymouth . They are lovely models, without a nail in their construction, and so flexible that when sailing with a beam wind they are twisted by the leverage of the mast (which is stepped near the bow) to such an extent as to alarm the uninitiated. If you try to make a "dugout, " as they are often called, by no means attempt the Channel passage . But on your river a small specimen of the Haida canoe would delight the eyes of the citizens, and under sail before the wind would put to shame the coxwains of some of your crack boats. Before you dare the feats of these Haida savages, as an old FrenchCanadian neighbour disdainfully calls them (though his wife is one of them), you will have to be drilled in seamanship by these skilful sailors. I bought a medium size one, six fathoms in length, for travelling on the rivers where the Evangeline cannot stem the current, though she can on a pinch steam nine knots the hour . But I had five iron ribs screwed inside her, and her bottom to the water line, thinly coppered. Because she is strong my Indians think her indestructible, and too often make the acquaintance of big boulders barely covered by the foaming current . The blows that made the dents in her bottom would have split any other from end to end . She nearly drowned the bravest man of a crew. Three were towing with a 6o-fathom line, and the shallows made it necessary to keep far out towards the swiftest water. The towmen were on all fours struggling their best, when an unlucky turn of the steersman's wrist turned her head outward slightly oblique to the direction of the current . In a moment her bow shot outward and she was athwart the stream . The three men were dragged backward like so many helpless flies . Two freed themselves, but the foremost Indian had the loop of the rope over his head and under one arm, scarfwise . We in the canoe were being carried down stream about nine miles an hour and the poor fellow dragged over the boulders in the shallow water at the same rate . I jumped forward, axe in hand, to

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cut the rope, but was relieved to see the Indian was then disentangled and his mates after him at the swiftest . He was rescued, but sadly bruised. One of my clergy, now on his voyage up to the mines, was once so swept into midstream by the breaking of a towrope, and before the Indians could bring the canoe in shore she had bumped, and her crew, with the cargo, were instantly floundering in the river, clinging to the fragments of their new canoe . These, however, they patiently secured, and after sewing them together with the twisted cedar twigs resumed their voyage with a lightened cargo but burdened hearts. The gold mines are about a week distance from tidal water on the river Skeena . There a warm welcome always awaits me . The cleanest corner of a log hut is cleared of all but a bear skin or two, on which I spread my blankets after a trout supper and prayers. One part of the camp is reached by means of steps hewn in the face of a precipice, and it tries a stranger's nerve to mount this Jacob ' s ladder as the miners call it . No obstacle can bar the miner from the precious metal . Their efforts are sometimes heroic to supply the dentist's demands ; just as heroic as ours when we find courage to place our heads in the dentist's power . In later years you may find alleviation in this thought ! You can make that thought the more soothing by remembering how you befriended the miner by helping me . The secretary of my fund wants new subscribers and renewed interest shown. But while speaking of gold miners I would not have you suppose them men of greed or mean specimens of our race . Not so . They are as brave and kind as sailors, sedate as judges, and venturesome as stockbrokers with other people' s money . They never break their word to the Indians who work for them, and this has made those so employed as faithful to the whites as the instruction of the missionary makes them trustful in God . September 4th. During my spring voyage up the Skeena the forest was on fire, and for many days the smoke distressed us . One day while the cooking on the shore was proceeding I strolled into the forest towards the fire in order to watch the ruin . I was to windward of the devouring element and turned unconsciously towards the camp without knowing that it had eaten its way to windward, and then for some minutes I felt serious alarm, thinking my retreat was cut off . I had to swiftly turn to the left and try to head the flames, which I succeeded in doing, and returned

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to my men after a brief but terrible scare . The game must have a warm time of it. Later in the season on another voyage, when nearer the salt water, the rain poured down incessantly. The trees bear witness to the heavy rainfall in that region, for the great clumps of moss on the huge branches of the cotton trees (a kind of poplar) are not easily distinguished from the crawling porcupines . Some of these are tender and wholesome food . My difficulty one day was to carry three fat fellows I had shot to the camp . The spines hurt badly where they prick . One in each hand held by the foot is no trouble . but the third puzzled me . My Indians yelled with delight when they saw my burden . Skinning, too, is awkward, but hunger makes men ingenious. Beyond the rainy belt the country is now clothed with beauty that 'vastly increased the charm of the grand scenery . The mountain slopes for a week ' s length of travel are brilliant with great masses of sunny yellow veined with vermilion where the maple rivals the glorious tints of the silver beech and cotton woods . The tall pines as sombre sentinels stand at intervals along the river banks, their feet covered with the tangled brushwood that often hangs over the stream . From the canoe they look like giants for whom nature at this season provides dainty moksins (mocassins) . I cannot describe the beauty of the green, beautiful in decay, the crimson turning to scarlet, browns of every variety, some so dark that they look nearly black by contrast with the snow-white clusters of berries that bears, standing erect, manage to reach and enjoy . The autumn in this remarkably clear atmosphere works wonders on the foiiage . The leaves that drop into the canoe are often as rich in colour as our loveliest garden flowers . This transformation requires clear, bright weather, which is the rule within the coast range of mountains . Besides the salt water where the rainfall is heavy you see only mountains and hills covered with an unbroken forest of pines that we should rejoice to see exchanged for prairie or rolling country, Attractive to the farmer. The hill sides are frequently found too steep for the forest to cling to. Innumerable are the land slides . I have seen an area of hundreds of acres of timber still rooted in the soil :slipping do« n the mountain into the sea with a sullen roar, denuding the mountain and covering the waves with the wreckage . The secret of the mischief is generally a spring high up the mountain which percolates through the soil and, increased in volume by an unusual rainfall, adds to the weight and diminishes the adhesiveness of the soil to its smooth bed of rock .

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Visitors from Europe are increasing in number . All return charmcd' with the novelty of what they have seen . If I am tedious in trying todescribe the country remember I am too busy to attempt picturesque writing or to revise what first flows from my pen. It is not everyone who can adapt himself readily to the circumstances of this colonial or missionary life . I am now an old hand and wield my axe as skilfully as a backwoodsman, when I select a camp for the night . More frequently my men fell some trees to build our fire, which burns into the next day, and I clear the brush and help to pitch my tent . I lately took into the interior a missionary and his charming wife. I gave him a few hints about his own tent on the first evening and then threw off my coat and set myself to work . My younger friend I fancied was a little bit scandalised to see his bishop hacking away . He looked at me, I looked at his wife, and looked at his soft palms and tender fingers . At length he began, but he hurt himself, and his wife took away his axe and began manfully to use it . This, of course, could not be allowed, so I left my own tent unfinished and lent my friend a hand and set up his first canvas home . The next evening I also assisted, my friend wearing gloves . After this I left him to his own devices . I once overheard the wife declare she could do it better than he could, which I think was true . After a fortnight's travel' his hands were harder, and the bruises on his shins I think healed . I have now had seven years apprenticeship to this rough kind of life and have learnt a great deal of useful knowledge . About 150 miles from the sea we reached an Indian village where the great chief lay dying. He was between 5o and 6o years of age and had been ailing for some months . During my residence in the interior I had seen a good deal of him, but regarded him as the mainstay of heathenism . I visited him when he was sick four years ago, but he relied on the arts of the sorcerer to cure him . He declined to take the medicine I offered him or to speak on spiritual subjects . But I explained to him the way of true peace with God . In this last illness he constantly asked for me and I got his messages from time to time, but I could not go to him until April last . As soon as I approached his pallet he sat up and extended both hands and he grasped mine with restrained emotion. After the salutation he addressed the people around him until he sank exhausted . His words were to this effect :—"You, my people, know how my heart has longed for the bishop to tell him I have been changed . The past is bad . I repent . I will walk in the new way

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shown me by this my friend . I am the lord of this river, but Jesus is my Lord . I have led you in what is evil, I want to lead you in good things . I give myself and my people to God . Remember, I give this village to Jesus . " Then pointing to me he said : " There is my leader, follow him, or any whom he may send to you ." Turning to me he asked "What more shall I do? " I replied : "Be baptized, because Jesus commands you ." Silence followed this, until he said : "I will obey, I will." Among my creed was a young chief of a distant tribe who became his chosen witness and who addressed the older man with propriety and feeling. I asked if he would give me some small token of his renunciation of the old way . This I said because not far from him was the symbol of sorcery, a medicine man's rattle . He stretched out his hand for it and handed it to me . This gave dissatisfaction to some of the onlookers . I baptized him, naming him Stephen, and soon after resumed my voyage. On my return, four days later, I found him still alive, but evidently near his end, and hemmed in by his heathen friends . To my surprise he ordered water to be brought in the basin I had used at his baptism, and, to my horror, he begged me to return to him the rattle! I thought it meant an apostacy . I sat beside him and took his hand in silence . He turned his head toward me and said: "I am faithful, but the return of the rattle will make peace . " Gently, I said : "Brother, I dare not put it into the hand that has taken Jesus for his own . " I looked at the medicine man and said to the chief: That man has troubled you ." Then his mind wandered awhile as he described his vision of heaven ; but he persisted in demanding the rattle . I said I would hand it to any heathen he would point out . He pointed to his wife . She was the trouble . I gave her the rattle, and -soon after took my departure, leaving the heathen, as I thought, in triumph . The medicine man stood on the river's bank denouncing me as I was settling down in my canoe, but, though in bitterness of heart, I committed my cause to God and prayed for the chiefs salvation . He died very shortly afterwards . Since then I have met his nephew who succeeded him in the chieftainship, and was rejoiced . I .cannot tell you how glad and thankful I felt to hear that the old chief had remained faithful to the end, and his last words bestowed his tribe on Jesus his Lord . The young chief regards his uncle ' s will as binding, and regards himself as a catechumen . Before he takes his uncle' s name he must call all the surrounding tribes to a feast, and then the ceremony corresponding with a coronation will take place . I

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had this man under my own instruction some years ago, and this is also a link between us . Should he openly cast in his lot with Christians. and try to lead his tribe into obedience to the One Faith what a victory for the Master ! I have found a missionary spirit in the son of a deceased English clergyman and have sent him to this village . He probably arrived last Wednesday . I am anxious to hear of his reception . He was educated at Canterbury and Trinity College, Dublin, and enters on this difficult work at 24 years of age . I had one voyage with him, when he proved not only a pleasant travelling companion and a good fellow through and through, but also a good shot, an adept at the paddle, a good cook (especially in making porridge), and ready to do whatever had to be done . He is the only white man among the heathen of that tribe, some of whom hate the gospel and its herald for his message sake. He was more eager than the Indians to follow the mountain sheep that like chamois leaped from crag to crag beyond rifle range ; but our business might not lag long for sport, though we often trusted to it for food. In the spring I spent a fortnight on the River Nass, which is about 5o miles to the N .W . of the Skeena . At its mouth I anchored about 22 miles from shore because of a sandbank . After I had landed a gale burst over us that prevented my return to the Evangeline because of the surf, and it kept me anxiously watching the steamer's masthead light until towards morning, when the wind fell . My Indian engineer kept up steam all night, and with two anchors and the whole length of the cable out kept the little ship from being driven ashore . Next day I confirmed 32 Indians, several of them so old and feeble that I noticed they could not rise from their knees without help . Their simple faith in Christ was instructive . Among no people have I ever seen more reverence in coming to the Holy Communion, and this is the more remarkable because an ex-missionary objected to their admission on the ground that they could not be trusted to take the chalice into their hands ! It is always safer to obey orders than to consult with one's-self. The Nass river for about 15 miles averages about a mile wide, but it is obstructed by shifting sand banks, which makes the ship's course wind from shore to shore in a confounding manner . The Evangeline grounded several times, and much time was lost in waiting for the rising

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tide to take us off. After the river's course is narrowed and we get beyond tidal water the channel is deeper, but the current swifter . At a station at the head of tidal water I found about 2,000 Indians encamped fishing for the candle-fish, from which, after boiling, they squeeze out the oil, which they eat as we do butter. I once expressed my disgust at it, but was told there was nothing more strange in eating grease squeezed from a fish than from a cow ! What is nasty to one is nice to another . One taste is as good as another ! Perhaps so, but this fish grease! Ugh . It is worse than cod-liver oil, but quite as nourishing. There our missionary out of his small salary has this year built a wooden church to seat about 400 persons . Before it was quite finished I conducted the opening services . There were great knot holes and sundry chinks just behind the place assigned me through which the cold wind poured in and gave me a return of bronchitis . The church was crammed with Indians, of whom I baptized three adults, one a chief of some importance . Afterwards, I preached to them. On kneeling besides the Holy Table I was surprised at sinking into so soft a hassock. After the congregation had left I was curious to examine it, and found it consisted of the missionary 's bedding strapped up and covered with a red blanket . Nearly all his camp belongings were in the sanctuary, Do not be shocked . He did his best, and had been busy till midnight on Saturday in preparing the church . Next day there was a wedding, accompanied with many things that would provoke a smile among you, but no Indian laughed . The day following I pushed on again against a stiff current until I reached a group of decaying villages, one on either bank and one on an island . The Evangeline was recognised, and crowds came off for medical treatment . I stood on the companion stairs and dispensed the drugs according to the best of my judgment . The demand was so great that my stock threatened to give out, upon which I diminished the doses and increased the water from the river . This method depends much on faith in my skill on the part of the patient, as well as obedience to my directions respecting diet and cleanliness, to effect a cure . Pungency is a strong recommendation to any physic in the opinion of an Indian. To each a kind, and, I trust, a helpful word was spoken . When the bulk of them had gone on shore the Evangeline was crowded, and then further instructions were given. On, at last we go, miles beyond the point attempted by any other

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steamer, sounding with a pole as we go . The snags are the chief danger . Even here the river is a quarter of a mile wide . Without a good pilot the attempt would have been imprudent . Leaving the Evangeline at anchor in midstream, I proceed in my canoe, that has been in tow, and after a day's hard work reach the canyon, as we pronounce, canon . Here the river is hemmed in by a bed of very hard and heavy lava, reaching about 20 feet above the water, that here and there overhangs the stream . Where the blocks are loose they imperil the voyagers . We pass through in silence and fear, but utter whoops of satisfaction the moment the danger is past . This bed of lava extends miles back from the river to the mountains . There must have been a volcano among the mountains, but the nearest known is a thousand miles distant . Past this lava bed we come to flat benches of alluvial soil that border the river for many miles . Here are rich grasses, lovely flowers, fruit in abundance, and a navigable river, in its season teeming with excellent salmon . Here, and up to its fort hills, will be the farmsteads of a future population that will absorb the Indian . At the head of the navigation we reach a Christian settlement of Indians under the direction of a married missionary, who has set a bright example of making the best of both worlds by Christianising about 70 Indians, and by making, chiefly with his own hands, nice gardens without and a cheerful home inside his log house . When I arrived the land outside his garden still smoked, and I found that only by the most exhausting efforts had he saved his house from the flames . He was pale and nervous when I arrived after the struggle which defeated the fiery fiend. My duties ended I return swiftly to the Evangeline, and soon we are under weigh . The current was at least six knots an hour, and in order to get good steerage way we must steam through the water another four knots . What if going at from ro to 12 knots we struck a snag or bank? As we shot past the banks my heart beat violently with excitement . I shall not repeat the experiment for the risk is too great . I should have to go wearily through England before I could build another Evangeline. Since then I have made another trip to the Nass and attempted two . On one I had on board a general from the East Indies and an English parochial clergyman wishful to see missionary work for themselves . To my consternation the steamer stopped, and I found the boiler was leaking and a breakdown inevitable . Fortunately, the sea was smooth, though too deep for the lead to reach the bottom .

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anchor then was out of the question . The general volunteered to join some Indians in the boat and take the steamer in tow. The clergyman took to the long sweep and pulled at it manfully, so that we managed to make about 12 miles and reach an anchorage . I set to work and patched the boiler so that we could carry rolbs . of steam, and reached port only a few hours before a gale sprung up that would have placed us in distress, if not in jeopardy, had it come a little sooner . God orders more than the main lines of life . He cares for the details . I have often felt it, and it takes a load of anxiety from one ' s heart at times. With very kind regards to you, I am, yours sincerely, N . CALEDONIA. (To be continued.)

HYMN IN THE INDIAN LANGUAGE. FATHER OF HEAVEN WHOSE LOVE PROFOUND. No . in Anglican Hymn Book, 180. 1.

Nagwat laka shaqultha shiebunshk Nugum nam gun kshisha aiyougushk Da hadadagum klthnadauk gum Wa'an na gumgaudum dash nugum.

Tkagutgiatgum Lthgolthk, Halamautk Miyan hukama shaganak Da hadadagum klthnadauk gum Wa ' an na wi amun dash nugum

3 . Aiqedum Haih kshanalthk qa dit In da'amiyan da gundiduit Da hadadagum klthnadauk gum Wa'an na gutgiadun dash nugum. 4 . Gwilaunum am ! Nagwat, Haik, Lthgolthk Al gup sha gait gaul lushanalthk Da hadadagum klthnadauk gum Amen . Wa'an gundidolsha dash nugum .

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The following are the opening sentences of the Litany as translated nto the q Shimoigiat Nagwat ga lakaga : gumgaudun a gum hak-hakgum hadadak ga numi. q God, the Father of Heaven, &c. q Shimoigiat Ithgolthk t'in kshagiaga halizogut : gumgaudun a gum hak-hakgum hadadak ga numi. q God, the Son, &c. 0 Shimioigiat Am da Haiik kshawatk gut gish ga Nagwat ga gunith Lthgolthk gaga : gumgaudun a gum hak-hakgum hadadak ga numi. q God, the Holy Ghost, &c. Na amsh ga Miyan gut Jesus Christ, dilth na shiebunsk gish ga Shimoigiat ga Lakaga, dilth na shilawalumsh gish ga Am da Haiik ga, dum gup lthawila hoksh ga dada gum . Amen. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Ghost be with us all evermore . Amen.

NOTES AND ITEMS. G . H . EYRE is playing three-quarters for Durham County, and hisplay in the match v . Yorkshire was greatly admired. A . SPENCER was first in putting the weight at the Christ College sports. R . CRAWSHAW is stroking the first Trial Eight at Pembroke College, Cambridge. L . E . STEVENSON is a regular member of the Edinburgh University Rugby Football XV. J . H . G . WILSON has been elected to an Exhibition at Wadhann College, Oxford,

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JANUARY, 1887 .

No . 65.

OXFORD LETTER. ANY and bitter were the objurgations showered on the heads of

Ai the authorities when the rumour passed into fact that term would begin a week earlier than usual, simply to gratify a whim of certain dons who were desirous of making a pilgrimage to Rome at Easter. Men were hurried from Xmas festivities undigested, to find themselves locked in the icy embrace of Alma Mater . Never did Oxford look more cheerless than on the first day of term, the ground was fast bound with frost and the river unnavigable . Boat captains betook them to their skates in despair and football secretaries began to think of next season . Everyone was on the ice, athletic men and non-athletic . Frost is a leveller in every sense of the word . For news one must go back to last term . The 'Varsity match is now a thing of the past . We were defeated but rot disgraced, and the best side undoubtedly won . The Irish tour was some consolation, the only two matches that came off, viz ., against the Dublin Wanderers and the Lansdowne Club, resulting in well-earned victories . Here, as against Cambridge, Key at full back and threequarters triumphantly confuted the oracular diction of the Oxford Magazine, "Key is a cricketer," and showed the best behind play of the team . Christopherson, in the latter matches, showed some return to his old form, and the forwards did not discredit the verdict passed on them, that they were fully equal to Vassal ' s men . Last term went out with a blaze . Queen's was the scene of a real, live fire, which quite put into the shade the performances on the 5th . The crowd appeared to think the fire had been raised for their amusement, and frequently testified their approval by rounds of applause. On the river Magdalen won the coxwainless Fours ; Cobb and Peel rowed in their College Trials, we hope to see the latter stroking the Unattached Torpid this term .

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Rhodes and Wilson have been playing for their college both at Rugby and Association football, the former playing in the cup ties. Wilson has played several times in the picked XV . and Rhodes was unfortunate in the ground being frostbound when he was asked to play. Among others we have noticed Wade and Clayforth on "the Field o Blood, " as the Lancet would say. But how about the legs and arms my dear Lancet, not to mention wrists and ankles, that have been broken or put out of joint the last week or so all over England? Surely it is a rash and inconsiderate proceeding to trust oneself in the streets in these evil and slippery days. We cannot close without one word of congratulation to the School and all that are interested in its welfare on the prosperous opening of the Old Boys' Club, which was, we believe, in the first instance an Oxford movement. It cannot but prove a great boon to the School, and will recall to all Old Boys pleasant memories of friendships contracted and associations formed at the Old School, where we are told Guy Fawkes learnt his grammar, and in a shady corner of the playground hatched treason.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. HE second decade of the Theatricals opens with a new departure.

T It was this year determined to venture on a Shaksperian revival; and with what prospects ? " Comparisons are odorous," no doubt ; yet the writer perhaps was not the only one who went back to the Christmas six years ago and thought of looking up in his Peterite the review of " Much Ado About Nothing," as it was then acted. There would he find heavy forebodings ; " never was the prospect so gloomy ; ` our guide, philosopher, and friend, ' Hugh Moss, had just left ; many leading actors were gone ; the spirit of the whole school was at a low ebb. " But there were giants in those days, and what were the difficulties that they had to contend with, compared with those of to-day? Where was there now any material? Of those who had to act, only two, Waud and Egginton, had hitherto taken parts worth the name ; only one other, McClellan, who had ever acted at all before. Where should we find a " Benedick " like Baskett ? or another " inimitable " Dogberry? Who would be our Griffith, and sing? A

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"Miss Richland" was bnt poor preparation for a "Beatrice ." For they had triumphed : but the present, • . Surely in going back to an old play anything were better than to challenge comparison with one which if, perhaps, not the best acted, yet was certainly the most successful that the School had hitherto produced . Possibly in ' 8o we were younger and less critical ; if so, the worse for '86 ; we remember the good parts of the departed and forget the bad. Such thoughts, not without previous gloomy reports from the scene of action to back them up, were no doubt in the minds of many when the curtain rose on Saturday, December 18th, and Monday, December 20th . The attendance was good, especially on the second night, when an unusual number of old boys, attracted by the O . P . Club meeting in the afternoon, were present, and the audience proved always attentive and encouraging, sometimes enthusiastic . The Dean, unfortunately, was indisposed, and sent a poetical apology for his absence . Certainly on Monday the performance deserved all the applause it obtained. Saturday was not so good ; several actors were painfully nervous, and more than once a breakdown seemed inevitable . On the second night everything went splendidly ; dreams of ill were quickly forgotten, and, to be brief; the curtain fell on one of the best performances the School has given . The actors were, as a rule, distinct, and needed but little prompting. Of the second-rate parts, some were distinctly creditable, and, indeed, throughout them there was a fair average maintained . Of those, too, who were least successful, the defects were, as a rule, rather comical than painful. Among the side dishes, so to speak, of the feast that took the audience, may be noticed in particular the dance—a pretty picture—and the song " Sigh no more, Ladies, " in which M . H. Carroll well merited an enthusiastic recall . Except that some unnecessary time seemed to be spent in the scene shifting, the management and general arrangements were good ; this, of course, is Mr. Yeld's work, of which, after so many years, it is simply superfluous to speak . As regards coaching, in addition to him, we believe the actors have a great deal to thank Mr. Stephenson for . To Mrs . Vyvian too they are greatly ir.debted for the kind pains she took with them in the rehearsals . The three new scenes must also be mentioned, for which the School is again indebted to the unselfish kindness of Mr . T. H . Linberg ; which of the two was the better—the Straits of Messina or the Chapel of the Leonati—must be left to artistic

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eyes to judge . We also believe that the prison scene is new, though, as might be expected, there was not in it so much room for display. A word, too, for the humbler assistants, call-boys, etc ., whose work is none the less useful and necessary because it is unseen. The cast was as follows : DON PEDRO, Prince of Arragon . .

.. . .

DoN JOHN, his bastard Brother .. CLAUDIO, a young Lord of Florence BENEDICK, a young Lord of Padua

G . C . WAUD. J . E. GOFTON

F . C . MCCLELLAN. . . F. LEAF.

F . MITCIIELL.

LEONATO, Governor of Messina .. ANTONIO, his Brother

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. . J . RHINE.

BALTHAZAR, Attendant on Don Pedro ..

F . A . BULMAN.

BORACIIIO

Followers of Don John CONRADE FRIAR FRANCIS . . .. DOGBERRY, a Constable ..

II. C. JACKSON. G. MCCA\IPBELL. ..

. . G . H . CHILMAN.

N . L . HooD.

A. B . IIUTTON.

VERGES, a Head Borough A SEXTON . .

MESSENGER

G . V. BIRKS.

H. F. CHADWICK.

HERO, daughter to Leonato BEATRICE, niece to Leonato MARGARET URSULA

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R . Moss.

.. . . A . G . EGGINTON. .. Gentlewomen attending on c A . E . ROSE.

F . C . CROwTIIER.

Hero

The staff was as follows : STAGE MANAGER .. ACTING MANAGER

G. VELD, Esn. R . CROS'ruwAITE.

PROMPTER ..

H . W. ALLAN.

UNDER PROMPTER

A. C . CLARKE.

SUPER-MASTER

F . A. BULMAN.

S . O . BINGHAM. J . E. GOFTON. CARPENTERS F . C . CROWTIIER. Punctually at 7-30 R . Moss appeared before the curtain to spe the prologue (written by Mr . Yeld) " Sweet friends, we greet you. PROPERTY-MAN

We had meant to-day To welcome you in silence to our play, Which, as it is ' joy's perfectest herald,' so 'Tis meetest greeting, too, for them to show Who feel they dare too much, yet, daring, feel What is presumption, you 'll forgive as zeal, And following Shakespere 's words, ' allowance give ' To ' daring dwarfs ' who strive their lives to live.

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" But when we see so many faces here That to these walls, this stage, are justly dear When we feel near so many hearts that beat In tune with ours, in friendship's music sweet, The love that ever in our hearts is dwelling Prompts us to speak, and love is all compelling. " Union is strength, or we should never dare This seventh time Shakesperian dress to wear Union is strength, we own it, great and small The house, the school, divided, straight must fall ; 'Wherefore the chain of Union, Love ' s warder, We wear, as 'twere, the jewel of Love's order. Whatever grapples closely and makes fast In bonds of Love, the Present and the Past, Is dear to us as sunshine, dear as spring, Dear as the sound of Hope's approaching wing, Dear as the love which Shakespere's lips have taught us, And such a bond the present year has brought us. " 0, may success attend the bold endeavour, And the Old Peterite Club live on for ever ! Union is strength, the Club brings strength— nay more, It fosters Union's child, Esprit de Corps. With all united, what's there we can't venture ? Possum—you recollect—gui posse videntur. " Friends—Peterites—who, loyal to the core, Love this old school, to-night we say no more. Although a hundred points—the Football fellows Anent this number are exceeding jealous— Call for our words, yet we must put them by, For ' tis not joy alone makes memory. Sorrow sometimes lays finger on Love ' s lip, And faithful silence joins her fellowship: Let us in all that we essay be one, So is our task best learnt, our duty done ; Let us in all things labour hand in hand, So shall our light, though small, illume the land ."

Of the individual actors we may say that Don Pedro did well in a commonplace part ; there is no room for brilliant effects, and thoughtful study is necessary to prevent it being uninteresting ; that it was not is high commendation ; indeed it was surprising how much he made of it. But ought the Duke to be as juvenile as his favourites ? Younger than Leonato we know he was ; but to be a fatherly, or at least an elderly

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brotherly, matchmaker at the age he seemed to be, looked rather unnatural, and almost grotesque. Don john also was good ; he looked the villain to perfection ; at times, however, on the second night, he tried to improve on what was all right, and by laying the paint on too thick it showed in patches. Claudio did not strike us ; he was nervous and unable to express the character. The original may be shallow and selfish, but not utterly indifferent and passionless . He had also an unfortunate habit of taking refuge at the sign of danger in the right-hand curtain, like a spider in his web ; he had no reason to be ashamed of his appearance. hero, on the other hand, promises well . Her acting in the church, for one so young and inexperienced, especially calls for notice . For the theatricals' sake, let us hope that he will go on in his brother's footsteps. Of the two brothers—Leonato and Antonio—the former pleased us the more . In Act IV., where he hears the confession of Borachio, there was a certain dignity that could not but be impressive . Antonio suffered considerably from a youthful voice. Dogberry is a terrible character, abounding in grizzly difficulties ; conceited, overbearing, servile, self-important in his servility, above all a common-place ass, apparently so easy, and yet so easy to misrepresent . We may well make Hood every allowance, considering that he undertook such a part at a week's notice . All things considered, it was surprising how much he took the audience . Verges was, we think, the better acted, but, of course, the character is much slighter, child's play by comparison. Ursula and Margaret had little to do, and there is not much to be said on them . Perhaps they will pardon Shakespere for finding a word. If one was " a vane blown with all winds," the other was too much " moved by none ." Borachio and Conrade made one of the best pairs on the stage, both for appearance and acting . The confession of the former was one of the best delivered speeches in the play . At times, however, e.g., "the fiend, my master," he seemed to miss the idea altogether, and certainly if he comes on the stage half drunk it could hardly have "drizzled rain" enough to sober him after a single s p eech . But was he right in it at all ? Was it on the strength of " like a true drunkard ?" We hardly think this warrants so much . In vino veritas; he was going to make a

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true confession, and " like " may equal " as if I were . " A stronger argument for intoxication would be his somewhat rambling talk of the " fashion " and " God Bel ' s priests," etc . Still he pleased us much, and it was to be wished that both he and Conrade had had something really difficult to put them on their mettle. It is on account of the difficulties of their parts and the genuine efforts which they made to appreciate and to conquer them, that we feel bound to give the highest place to Benedick and Beaatrice. It is a .great pleasure to be able to say so much of the two leading characters ; perhaps it is the first time, too. Of Leaf we have a very high opinion. He improved every night . He has never acted before, and is young. There ought to be a great future before him on the school stage . A great deal is said of the supposed change that comes over the characters of Benedick and Beatrice in the play . This, perhaps, is scarcely true ; certainly not of Beatrice, we think, and only a half truth of Benedick . He finds a wider range of sympathy, and drops that selfcontainedness which before made him, in some respects, the type of an objectionable young man . Leaf hardly caught this . His acting fell off towards the end in consequence ; and he was not seen at his best in the later dialogues with Beatrice . Perhaps he was (to use a word in a somewhat different sense) too self-contained throughout, and failed to help the other actors as he might have done . Hence the paradoxical result—he was best in the hardest parts, simply because those parts were soliloquies, and he was alone. And what of " sweet Beatrice ?" We " thank her for her pains." As for appearance, her walk was perfect, and she had a pleasant smile when wanted. But where had last year' s laugh gone to ? It would have done good service in the earlier scenes . We also missed the utter simplicity and freshness that were so attractive then . We also thought her too unhesitating in her answers, and too frightened of being thought not to be acting while hidden in the arbour ; yet these were faults on the right side, and what we missed was largely due to a voice rapidly breaking and a severe cold that would allow of no liberties. Wherever Beatrice's unselfish nature showed itself, either in the glimpses which we get when she rallies Hero and Claudio on their betrothal, or in the passionate outbursts in the church, or the soliloquy in the garden (though this last was much too hurried), there Egginton was at his best . Vox populi, vox Dei ; we will not venture to set our-

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selves up against the whole audience, and one of our chief regrets when all was over was that we should never see him in such a character again . R. J . M.

THE DEAN'S VERSES.

To the Dramatis Persorzce, St . Peter' s School, I'ark .. " Sweet friends . I greet you. I had meant to-day To be a favoured witness of your play ; For I retain, midst pleasant memories stored, The previous efforts on your Thespian board. Your heroes vigorous, with hirsute face, Your heroines replete with female grace— True augury of power for noblest ends When strength with gentleness in action blends. True principles of life—which, once again, In Hero's innocence you will make plain, And show how purity of life prevails When dark malignant enmity assails. Fain would I come and hear, for I've no doubt That " when the age is in, the wit is out ." My verse will shew, too, when you come to scan it, " I was not born under a rhyming planet ." That your true kindness will, I know, let pass, But don 't, like Dogberry, " write me down an ass ;" Nay, rather pity one who still remains Enshackled in the Doctor's iron chains, In " dumps so dull and heavy " thinks to-night Upon your scenery and pageant bright ; Yet hopes that all who therein may engage Will shine hereafter on life 's actual stage, With will unswerving, and with faithful heart, Play, before " Gods and men," your appointed part ; And, when your curtain's dropped, your acting done, Find, in another world, your guerdon won. Good wishes then, for life's oft shifting scene From one, though absent, yet your friend, THE DEAN . "

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T letter is to find material for that letter . On this occasion the difficulty is not so much to find the material as to select the right material . The Peterite has not had news from the Cam, if I remember right, since October last . Consequently, much might be recorded. There is a whole Michaelmas term to look back upon, and we have already settled down to the work and pleasure of a Lent term . W T ell, to return to a term that is past . The chief interest of a Michaelmas term is football . The University `fifteen' could well congratulate themselves on the way they sustained this interest. Match after match was played and victory after victory gained, and though the matches against Richmond and Bradford were lost it was mainly due to the absence of Brutton and Duncan, certainly not to any falling to pieces on the part of the team . Consequently, it was little or no surprise to anyone that Cambridge scored one more victory over Oxford. Although St . Peter's was unrepresented this year—the first time I believe for five years—in this important match, let no one suppose that her sons now at Cambridge altogether fail to keep up the football reputation that sons of former clays so well built up for her . Lord at Clare, Robinson and Clarke at Corpus, Johnson and Spencer at Christ ' s, Daniel at Trinity, are all to a greater or less degree prominent members of their college teams . But to turn to the river. We have to congratulate Fausset and Crawshaw on their success in their College Trial Eights . Crawshaw, who stroked one of the Senior Trials at Pembroke, began his boating course most auspiciously, and a brilliant career we hope is in store for him . As for the University boat it is difficult as yet to pass a criticism upon it, as different combinations are being tried every day. All we can do is to hope that the president will find a crew that will satisfy Cambridge men as well as that of last year's did . In the last Cambridge letter your correspondent mentioned the death of the Master of Trinity . After some delay and much speculation as to his successor, the Queen was pleased to n npoin t Dr. Butler to the office, an appointment that affords general satisfaction throughout the University . Dr. Butler was accordingly installed in office with all the traditionary ceremonial . Shortly before his arrival B

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the great gates of Trinity were shut . On his arrival and on his ringing the bell the under porter opened the gates and the head porter appeared in all his dignity . The new master presented his Letters Patent and asked for adrn trance . The porter, however, refused this until he had shewn the Fellows of the College the document and had informed them of Dr . Butler's request, and accordingly the gates were shut again and Dr. Butler left standing in the cold some ten minutes more. Meanwhile, the Fellows of the College had inspected the letters and agreed that they would admit Dr . Butler . A procession n as accordingly formed with the Vice-Master at its head, the gates were again swung back, and the Vice-Master stepped forward to welcome the new corner. He was then conducted to the chapel, where the ceremony of installation was completed with closed doors, and the proceedings were terminated by the singing of the Te Deum in B flat, so the papers reported . Many other events of interest might be mentioned in this letter, but time and paper forbids it . One, however, it is a pleasure and duty to recall . All Cambridge Peterites were delighted to hear of Whaley's success, and, I am sure, will give a hearty welcome next October to the Peterite Scholar of Caius . GAEP.

FOOTBALL. v. OLD BOYS. This match was played on the School Ground, on Thursday, December the r6th . Previous rains and snows had left the ground in a very bad state, which certainly was not improved by the game. However, in spite of this drawback, which made fast running almost impossible, the match was very evenly contested, and it was only at the last moment that the Old Boys were able to secure victory . Both teams were decidedly weak, the Old Boys being weakened by the absence of many who played a very prominent part in the first Old Boys ' match at the beginning of the term, while the School were without the services of Crosthwaite, Clarke, and Jackson . After the kick off the School were for some time pressed, a short run by Thompson proving rather dangerous . However Procter relieved, and after the kick out from the home "25 " play was carried on in neutral ground . This did not continue long, and the ball was brought down into the Old Boys' "25"

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After a little give-and take play, Waud, b3 a nice run, rounded his opponents and placed the ball almost behind the posts . The placekick however by Gofton was unsuccessful . The Old Boys after this played up with far more spirit and carried the ball into the School "25 ." Clarke then ran in, thus securing the first try for the Old Boys. Rhodes failed at the place-kick . Half time was then called . After the usual interval the School again invaded the Old Boys ' territory, Gofton and \Vaud making short and useful runs . About ten minutes before time \Vaud ran in, this time placing the ball behind the posts . The place-kick was however again unsuccessful—a fact probably due to the heaviness of the ground . Shortly before time the Old Boys made a most determined effort to save the game . By a fine run from the home " 25" Rhodes obtained a grand try, which was converted into a goal. Time was then called, leaving the Old Boys victorious by i goal try to 2 tries, or 4 points to 2. ScxooL .—E . Procter, full back ; J . E . Gofton, G . C . Waud, F. A. Bulman, three-quarters ; N . 1, . Hood, W. Procter, halves ; J . H . G. Wilson, O . W. Whaley, A . Rouse, L . Hutchings, H . W . Allan, H. Smith, G . V . Birks, A . C . Clarke, G . McCampbell. The Old Boys' team not to hand.

THE FOOTBALL SEASON. O congratulate the Fifteen on the net results of the season, so far

T as the balance of victories over defeats is concerned, would be meaningless conventionality . For it would be to compliment them on nothing. Eleven matches have been played, five won, five lost, and one drawn . Though the fortunes of the fight have thus been equal, there is and must be some sense of failure and disappointment from not having succeeded in beating those whom we regard as the foemen worthy of our steel . From the matches that were really worth winning, i.e., from those against the Old Boys, Durham, and Beverley, the XV. returned, undisgraced it is true, but not victorious . And in the matches won the victories might be overwhelming, but they were not glorious, for never was the day uncertain or the adversary formidable. In one case, at least, they would have been a poor match for the Second XV .

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But if, as has been said, the net results are not a matter for great rejoicings, much may be urged to show that the season has been far from unsatisfactory. If the quality of the victories has not been great, they have not been deficient in quantity as far as points go . The XV. has scored ro6 to their opponents 46, and of these half were gained in a match that could not be called a first XV . match at all, making the score Io6 to 23, that is 4 . 6 to 1 . Again, time has wrought sad havoc among the peisonale of the XV . (luring the last two years . Of last year ' s team only seven remain, and of the year previous to it but three; while from various causes the XV . has rarely been able to put its full strength into the field . And to look at the defeats, paradaxical as it may seem, with the exception of that against the St . Peter' s Nomads, they have been as creditable as the victories . They were only lost after hard fought and equal games, and, besides, in some of them extenuating circumstances may be pleaded . The return match against Durham is not taken into consideration here, for the fifteen that represented St . Peter's was, unavoidably, little better than the second fifteen, and it would have been more sensible to have postponed the match under the circumstances. Looking, away, however, from the results, there is one cause of genuine congratulation, and that is the vastly improved style of play, especially that of the three-quarters, combined with a greater knowledge of the game altogether . It is to this, and not to individual excellence, that the success, such as it is, of the season is due. The season opened against a fairly strong XV. of the Old Boys, which, after a desperate struggle, resulted in a draw . Two facts were revealed in it to the critical eye, first, that the forwards we're poor, and secondly, the backs lacked tackling power . One brilliant exception must be mentioned, Bulman, whose collaring was simply excellent ; he had all to do and was as ubiquitous as anyone could be, "barring a bird . " E . Procter did fairly well, but the rest simply nothing . A match against the Nomads ended in signal disaster . The Peterile, in recording it, states that "owing to the absence of Wilson, Lofton, and Rouse, the match was robbed of all its interest . . . the School having practically no chance of victory ." And this is exactly the pervicious spirit in which the majority played in these two matches, though the teams were little, if at all, stronger than that with which they drew a short time before . The forwards tackled fairly well, but were, ,

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Crosthwaite excepted, woefully slow, and though Buhnan again did wonders in the way of determined and accurate collaring, his colleagues were spiritless and feeble in the extreme . After this disheartening commencement Ripon was beaten by r goal and 3 tries to nil. The score does not indicate the nature of the game, for the Ripon goal was in continual danger, which was only averted by their good tackling and energy . Several tries also were given in . Their style of play was much inferior to St. Peter' s as they had a decided aversion to passing . The behinds played well, Waud being the chief scorer, but the forwards were as desultory as usual. In the next match, against Beverley, the School had a somewhat weak team, and for the first few minutes, during which a try and dropped goal were scored against them, they were all at sea, the ground being very short and disproportionately broad . After that they picked themselves up and made it evident that there v s little to choose between the two sides . Gofton, stimulated doubtless by the air of his native land, showed what he could do on occasion ; it is a great pity, however, that he should have deferred the treat so long . \Vaud, on the other hand, once more displayed his weakness in a losing game . The forwards woke up from their lethargy and played in a way that did them credit . The following match, against Thorp Arch, afforded one of the most ludicrous sights ever witnessed on a football field . Even after yielding several points the score amounted to 43 points . The next largest score in the writer ' s memory was against Richmond in 1873, 6 goals and 15 tries, or 33 points being registered . As every one ran in without resistance there is little to say about the match, save that the School demonstrated what a scientific team can do in the way of bewildering their opponents, for the largeness of the score was due more to science than individual excellence . And this is the only creditable point about the match . On the following Saturday the School had a high old time of it against Hull Newiands . Unlike Thorp Arch, they were physically stronger, but were equally confounded by the fine play of our team . The kicking and passing of the behinds was again excellent . In both these matches Waud shone most brilliantly in every branch of the game ; in a winning game he is perhaps the best three-quarters we have had for years . But the jealousy of the Gods was excited by these high-handed proceedings, and in spite of long-cherished hopes Durham proved victorious on the following Saturday . The rain had rained every day for nearly a week

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and during the match it came down in torrents to augment the swamp. The match resolved itself into a struggle of forwards, and as the School forwards were slow and feeble in the loose the result was inevitable. The backs had little to do . Bulman played a good game and was ably assisted by Gofton, but Waud was not in it at all . There is little doubt, however, that the best team won . After this, Nemesis allowed the XV . to wax bold once more. Ripon was their first victim, the score, curiously enough, being the same as before . They had taken a lesson from our play, but the St . Peter's behinds were too good, Wand and Jackson being especially in form . Our forwards, with the exception of Wilson, Crosthwaite and perhaps Hood, neither played well in the loose nor in the pack . In the loose, as usual, they were something shocking . So great was their respect for offside, or so lavish their generosity to one another, that on emerging from the scrimmage no one dared to dribble, but each preferred to stand still, waiting for his neighbour to begin . The next match, against Leeds Grammar School, was won in the most hollow manner, 23 points being scored in 6o minutes play . Again the School showed how finely they could play a winning match . Waud, of course was in his element, and Gofton again exhibited his great pace, that he so seldom will use . The forwards, too, showed some improvement . The team taken to Durham on the following Saturday was exceedingly weak, being little better than the 2nd behind, as only Waud and Jackson were left, the latter playing three-quarters instead of half, while from the forwards Wilson, T . P. Clarke, and Smith were absent . Durham, whose behinds played a very fine game, won by 7 goals and 2 tries, not a very large score, considering the utter weakness of the team . All praise must be given to the forwards, who played grandly throughout, and did every bit of the tackling that was done . The concluding match, against St . Peter's Nomads, was a hard fought struggle, and perhaps the best team lost . The Nomad's team, however, was by no means strong, being decidedly weak behind, excepting the captain (H . W . Rhodes) and W . G . Wilson .* The forwards were evenly matched, the scratch being better in the loose, the School in the pack . Waud's play was again very fine, his kicking being quite up to first-class standard . Bulman, as usual, *It is only fair to the School to say that they played without Crosthwaite, Clarke, and Jackson, and were in the Nomad's "25" nearly the whole game .

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played a thorough sound game, and the two Procters were in good form also . Comparing the team with last year's, E . Procter is a decided improvement at back ; the three-quarters are individually better and their combined play incomparably superior ; the halves and forwards weaker. For the first time the passing has been rational and systematic, Waud, generally, passing with great judgment from the centre . Two points, however, call for amendment. The wings seldom keep out far enough, especially when near the enemy's goal, and Waud was perhaps too much inclined to run round and defer his pass too long . As to the halves, at the beginning of the term they lacked offensive power, but towards the end Jackson became very dangerous . Smith and Procter played a very good defensive game, as far as falling on the ball is concerned ; but the collaring of the halves was not good. They are also rather too small to throw the ball out of touch well, and that duty had better be given to a forward ; nor did they keep the forwards sufficiently informed as to the whereabouts of the ball . But, heaven be praised, there was a wonderful absence of wild and foolish passing, and no chucking the ball straight back . Another very great improvement behind was that every one could kick in a way that astonished most clubs, and the art seems to be making rapid progress in the rest of the School, now that its advantages have been so amply demonstrated. More attention, however, might be paid to dropping goals . Certainly there has never been such good kicking displayed on the School ground before . Unfortunately, with the exception of Bulman and E. Procter, the collaring behind was as weak as ever . Gofton and \Vaud seem to be helpless before a rush of forwards . They really should make strenuous attempts to collar with more dash and determination ; their weakness in this respect is a serious handicap to the team and a great hindrance to themselves . The forwards, with a few exceptions worked hard in the scrimmage and "screwed " well, and their tackling, providentially, was good throughout, or else the result would have been most disastrous . Moreover, they have learnt to stand on their feet, but in the loose they were very slow and did not back up half enough, Whaley, Wilson, and Crosthwaite excepted . The two latter and Hutchings are the best dribblers in the XV. As for the rest, when they got the ball through they could do nothing with it, and their lethargic movements minimised very greatly the advantage gained by the behinds . Following

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up smartly and playing on the ball is the one virtue any school team can attain to, and it is the only remedy for weak tackling behind, so that this year it was more necessary than ever . An occasional game at Association would benefit the pace and dribbling of the team, if people could overcome their ignorant and unreasonable prejudice against it. With greater smartness in collaring, dribbling, and following up they should pile up some big scores next term. Fortunately, only two are leaving, of whom \Vaud will be a loss. He cannot easily be replaced . Which thought leads to the Second XV . Forward, they were very strong . Campbell, Mitchell . and Greenwell are quite up to 1st XV . form . Behind, Isherwood is fairly fast and strong, and makes good runs at times ; moreover, he has a peculiar trick of lying on the ground and tripping over the foe, which cannot exactly be called collaring, but is sometimes a useful substitute for it . Unfortunately, Rip Van Winkle like, he has slumbered along, while his fellows have brought their game to an advanced state of science, and now he cannot understand such niceties as passing, but slings the ball guiltily away anyhow . Still he gives hopes of better things . Chadwick is fast, but has little science and little stamina . If Metcalfe was rather stronger and quicker he might develop into a useful three-quarters, as his play at back for Mr . Rhodes ' s team showed distinct promise . Hood is a sturdy player, but too slow for a half ; he has played forward, and well too, for the 1st XV. The following is a list of those who had permission to obtain 2nd XV. colours . (Apropos of colours, no team could look neater than the 1st XV . ; why should the Second have such common-place and fifthrate jerseys? As economy had nothing to do with the colours, why not have selected some that should at least be distinctive and appropriate?) :—Back, J . Napier ; three-quarters, T . Isherwood, H . F. Chadwick, H . Metcalfe ; half-backs, N . L . Hood, J . F. Leaf; forwards, R . McCampbell (capt .), F . Mitchell, B . Greenwell, A . Crosthwaite, J . Raine, A. Hutton, F . Mawson, B. Bennett, F . C . McClellan. MATCHES PLAYED BY

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Result.

Oct . 9 . Ebor Rovers horne Nov . i o . v. Archbishop Holgate's School home

gls . trs, su jO. gls. trs m...

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School score. Opronents ' stet e. Result' . gls. tos . nu.t . gls. trs. m .f.

Nov. 31 . V. Archbishop Holgate's School home Dec . 11 . v . St . Maurice 's Y .M .C. F .C

won . . . o

won . . .

1sT XV . MATCHES. drawn. o 0 Sep . 25 . V. Old Peterite F.C. . . .home lost . . . o 1 Oct . 2 . v . *St . Peter ' s Nomads home Oct . 9 . V . Ripon Gram . School home won . . . 1 3 Oct . 16 . v . f Beverley F .C away lost . . . o o Oct . 23 . v . Thorparch Grange home won . . .il 10 Net . 30 . V. Hull Newland F .C home won . . . 5 8

o 9 o 6 7

Oov . 6 . v . + Durham Grammar School home lost . . . 0 Nov. 13 . V . t Ripon Gram . School away won . . . r won . . . 6 Nov .20 V. +Leeds Gram . School home Nov.27 . V . § Durham Grammar away lost . . . o School home . . . . lost ... 0 Dec . 17 . v . 11 St . Peter' s Nomads Total

7 r

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* Wilson, Gofton, and Rouse were absent. E . Procter, W . K . Procter, and Smith were absent. $ T . P. Clarke was absent. § Wilson, Gofton, E . Procter, Clarke, and W. K . Procter were absent, and Bulman could not play three-quarters. Crosthwaite, Clarke, and Jackson were absent, It will thus be seen that the School was never beaten when playing its full strength. J . H . G . WILSON, Captain (1884-5-6). A fast and powerful forward, especially good in the loose . Plays a scientific and dashing game, tackling and passing well . Good at short place kicks and out of touch. lost . 121b. R. CROSTHWAITE (1833-4-5-6) . A fast and hard-working forward; good both in and out of scrimmage ; tackles and dribbles well. lost. 51b .

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hard place kicks, punts well at times, but is a poor collarer, and seldom shines in a hard game . 11st . 51b. F . A . BULMAN (1SS5-6) . Three-quarter . On the whole the best of the three-quarters . A powerful runner, much improved in pace. Can kick well, but uncertainly. He tackles with the greatest accuracy and determination, and more than once the salvation of his side. Is particularly brilliant in a hard game . 11st . 41bs. W. K . PROCTER (1885-6) . Half-back . Played a plucky, defensive game, but is too slow to be dangerous ; does not pass as well as he might ; a very fair kick. 9st. 1olb. O . W . WHALEY (1885-6) . Excellent forward for his weight and size; has considerable pace and unwearied energy. Too fond of picking up ball in the loose and writhing on the ground when collared. 9st. A . H . RousE (1885-6) . A very conspicuous forward—a yard or so behind the scrimmage ; was enabled thereby to display a very fitful brilliance in the loose, which in no way compensated for his neglect to do any honest work in the pack . 9st . 61b. G. C . WAUD (1886) . Centre three-quarters . A thoroughly scientific player ; a fast and dodgy runner, passing almost invariably seasonably, and correctly . Punts and drops with great accuracy and length ; his kicking was altogether of a very superior nature, and simply invaluable . Unfortunately is unreliable, as he is very deficient in tackling and stopping rushes, and does not play a losing game well . May improve in this with greater weight and age . lost. L . HUTCHINGS (r886) . A good forward for his weight, plays hard, and dribbles fairly well . 9st. 31b. H. S . SMITH (1886) . Played a good defensive game at half early in the season . Rather a slack forward . 9st . 81b. T . P . CLARKE (1886) . Very powerful and hard-working forward; Collars well, and good out of touch . Unfortunately, was unable to play often . 1 z st . I 1lb. H . W . ALLAN (1886). A thoroughly honest forward, works hard in scrimmage, but rather slow in loose ; tackles well . 11st . 71b .

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H . C . JACKSON (1886) . Half-back . A very speedy and dodgy half;

passes accurately and unselfishly ; kicks a good length, but should keep more into touch ; collars well for his size and weight, but stands much too near the scrimmage . 9st. E. PROCTER (1886) . Back . Tackles well as a rule, but is rather slow and uncertain ; kicks accurately with either leg, and showed a steady improvement throughout the season . lost . 31bs. G . V . BIRKS (1886) . Vigorous, but unscientific and clumsy forward; tackled well at times . Might talk much less without any wisdom being lost . lost . 31bs.

SCHOOL LETTER. NOTHER year is past and we find ourselves entered on the year

A 1887 . As it is not another School year that has come to its end

we forbear to review the fortunes of the School during the year 1886, but will confine ourselves to the last three months of that year, in fact, the Christmas term . On looking back to that time we cannot but cherish feelings of remorse as well as of relief ; remorse on the one hand that the jolliest term of the year has gone, and with it the best part of the football season, and the theatricals that have cost us so much trouble and occupied so much of our attention, and relief on the other hand that all has gone off so successfully, both in the football field and on the stage, and that fortune has not turned her back on us and refused to grant us ' Varsity honours. During the latter part of the term very little football was indulged in, in fact, the sharp frosts that prevailed prohibited even the very thought of it and made it necessary for actual football to be given up. However, a short break in the frosts allowed us to meet the Old Boys a second time . Neither side had a strong team, but the game throughout was well contested . The ground was in very bad condition—the condition shewed more than ever how good drainage is needed, and we sincerely hope that this need may have presented itself to other minds, and that a want, which makes us feel almost ashamed of our football ground, may be supplied before next season. The result was a win for the Old Boys by 4 points to 2 . Wand practically did everything for the School, obtaining the two tries obtained in fine form .

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The form he shewed in this match, as in other past matches, makes us feel how much his absence will be felt in the team . However, as he is the only one whom we shall not see again as a member of St. Peter's School F .C . we must not grumble at losing him, but be thankful we retain so many of the old members . Prosperity and happiness be to him in his new sphere of life. It may surprise some of our readers that no mention has been made yet of the all-engaging topic of the term, we mean the theatricals . It is true it may seem strange that we have made it play second fiddle and football first, but for all that we have not done so without a purpose, in fact, we have no intention of dilating on the subject, as it is so fully dealt with elsewhere, and by worthier hands than ours . We cannot, all the same, refrain from complimenting the Amateur Theatrical Club for the way in which the play was put upon the stage, and from tendering to Mr . Yeld, whose indefatigable services and unceasing labours in the office of stage manager lay us and the whole School under so great an obligation to him, our most sincere thanks, and from expressing a heartfelt wish, which we are sure will be echoed by all within and without the School, that he may be spared many years to bring prosperity to the theatricals, which he may truly be said to have done hitherto . From amongst the people present on the nights we missed the face of " our friend the Dean, " and we truly hope that the illness which left him " enshackled in the doctor's iron hands " was only temporary and that next year he will be able to be present at our theatricals . We must thank him for the kind verses which he sent, and which assured us of his sympathy with everthing connected with the School and made us feel his absence less . The Old Peterite Club chews that it is still alive and flourishing . Another meeting was held on the last day of the term, and from the report of it we gather the prosperity of the new club. A series of matches had been arranged for the St . Peter's Nomads, but, unfortunately, the frosts and snows combined to make it impossible for them to be played . We hope another year the efforts and trouble spent in arranging matches may not thus be cruelly crossed by nature ' s laws. We have just heard that Pulman has also left the old School . We cannot say how much he will be missed, and his absence from the football and cricket fields and from the river cannot but be felt by the whole School .

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MISSIONARY NEWS. LETTER OF THE BISHOP OF N . CALEDONIA.

(Continued.) September 18th. Now I come back to the Haidas I started with . When their missionary crossed over and found so many of his catechumens here and a confirmation arranged on behalf of Indians speaking different languages we both thought it desirable that the first confirmation of the Haidas should then be performed . Including the English, I used four languages in that solemn service . Do not suppose I understand all of them . The Haida I read without knowing more than the general meaning of the sentences . The Nishga I can converse in, and the Tinistrian I have no difficulty in preaching in . It was a pleasant sight to see the once dreaded Haida kneeling beside •Indians of other tribes, they formerly hunted to slay or enslave . After the confirmation the Communion Service was (in some parts) said in three languages . After the service a missionary now working among the Nishgas told us it was the tenth anniversary of his setting foot on the land of the Haidas . The Hudson's Bay steamer landed him, his wife, and infant, with their scanty baggage on the beach . Heathenism was then untouched by the Gospel, and heathenism among the Haidas was a hideous and revolting mixture of superstition, disgusting impurity, and cruelty. The solitary trader had sunk to the Haida depths, and, therefore, had he the will, he was without the power to civilize, much less to Christianize the people . He had joined them, not them him ! The family on the beach was to them a curiosity, but soon to be a power . The missionary and his wife were quite young . Here is a little bit of their history. The lady joined the Hospital Corps during the Franco-German war . Later, she went on a visit to Dublin, and there she found the small-pox raging . The nurses had fled from the workhouse and the sick and the dying were neglected . Their need went to her heart, though a stranger, and she went in, offered her services, and remained as a volunteer until the disease had been eradicated . This gained for her an admiring friend in the late archbishop, and a husband in one of the most generous-hearted men I ever met, whose love grew out of admiration of this lady's courage and devotion. There are not two better missionaries on this coast from the equator to the pole. They stood together that day on the Haida strand not

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knowing what reception they might meet or where they could lay their heads that night . Until he could build a log house he lived in a corner of an Indian lodge. What that winter was to them I may not linger on now. Ten years had passed, and now heathenism is dead and those same Haidas sharers in the highest mysteries of our holy faith . The trader also was led to repentance, and, after his public confession of his sinful conformity and his change of heart, he was married to the Haida woman he then lived with and she was baptized . Since then he has died, in the sure hope of a joyful resurrection. See what God does through a true missionary . I saw in the lowly reverence of those Haidas the triumph of the cross of Christ. Never doubt its power, whatever those may say who never felt it. Before I finish, and it is time I did so, let me just say that I have behind me three Indian boys printing the Church Catechism in thei r own language, and from time to time during the writing of this letter I have corrected I cannot tell you how many proof sheets . In this study of mine the natives of British Columbia have printed their first book . An epoch in their history . Don' t you think so? I do. September 23rd. P.S .—I have news of the young missionary I told you about in the middle of my letter . At first he was not allowed to land, but did so after a little patient waiting. The heathen crowd waited to fight the few well-disposed Indians who befriended the missionary . After he had found shelter in the house the mob came and turned him out and ordered him away . But he sat down patiently outside, and when the tumult had subsided pitched his tent . Last Saturday night he again entered the house, and the opposition for the present has burned itself out . Think of him, boys . Pray for him . He is not free from peril yet . I admire his courage and pertinacity.

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. HE first annual general meeting of the above club was held at the

T School, on Monday, December 2oth, at 3 p .m . Mr . Stephenson presided, and there was a fair attendance of Old Peterites . The following rules were passed and officers elected . :

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OFFICERS.

President.—The Head Master. Vice-Presidents .—Clifford Allbutt, Esq . . Rev. G . F . Browne, S . J. Chadwick, Esq ., Lieut .-Col . G . II . Crowther, Rev . G. Edmundson, Canon Elwyn, Edwin Gray, Esq ., Rev . T . P . Hudson, Rev . J . B. McClellan, E . H . Pickersgill, Esq . Head Secretary and Treasurer.— G. H . Eyre . Secretary for Oxford District, H . W. Rhodes ; Cambridge, P. E . Lord ; London, C . H . Chadwick ; Edinburgh, R . C . D. Rose ; Newcastle, G . W . Bulman ; York, A . Peters ; Hull, A . Thorney; Huddersfield, Lieut .-Col . G . II . Crowther. Committee .—Messrs . T . L. Chadwick, J . R . Wood, J . H . Daniel, E . A . Douglas, J . H . Mallinson. E . W . Clayforth . RULES.

1. That the Club be called "The Old Peterite Club," and be open to all who have been at S . Peter ' s School, subject to election by the Committee. 2. That the subscription be 5s . per annum, which shall include the subscription to the School Magazine, and shall be payable on January 1st in each year. 3. That the Officers be President, Vice-Presidents, Head Secretary and Treasurer, Secretaries for the districts of Oxford, Cambridge, London, Edinburgh, Newcastle, York, Hull, and Huddersfield ; that the Committee consist of the above officers and six others, with power to add to their number, of whom after 1889 two shall retire annually by rotation, but shall be eligible for re-election ; that there be also a Sports Committee of three elected annually by the General Committee, whose duties shall be to select teams for tours in the holidays, and a Boat for Regattas, and to arrange matches. 4. That there be Committee Meetings held towards the end of each School Term in York, and a General Meeting annually on the second day of the School Theatricals ; that other meetings be held when necessary, and that notice be always given to members. 5. That for Committee Meetings five form a quorum, for a General Meeting fifteen. 6. That a list be published annually and be supplied to each member, containing the names of all the members and their addresses. 7. That the Club Colours be dark blue, light blue, chocolate and white ; the football jersey be white, with the cross keys in chocolate on the left breast. 8. That the Committee have power to add to or alter the existing Rules, subject to the approval of the next General Meeting .

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CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editors of the Peterite. noticed in your last number a letter about the School colours . I have done my best to find out all about them, but don't quite see why blue and white should belong to the 1st XI . and chocolate and white to the 1st XV. I quite agree that blue and white are a very pretty combination, but I should think it would be very much preferable if the 1st XI . and 1st XV . both had chocolate and white . I am sure a good many will agree with me on this subject, and hoping that steps will speedily be taken to bring about this desirable result, I am, yours, &c ., CRICKETER. To the Editors of the Peterite. DEAR SIRS,—On glancing over a recent number of the Giggleswick School Chronicle I observed the following :—" It has been determined to present to the reading room a scrap album large enough to contain on one page the Eleven and Fifteen Photographs each year, and any individual member of the school who may distinguish himself during the year . " Might not something of this kind be done at St . Peter' s?— OBSERVER. Yours, &c ., To the Editors of the Peterite. SIRs,—I beg to modify the statement in the School Letter of the last Peterite stating the supremacy of the Rev . C . R . Gilbert 's house over the School-house Junior . There was never a match between these two houses when the teams were at all representative, and, therefore, no decision can be come to as to their relative merits . I hope you will be able to give the matter your consideration--Yours, &c ., SCHOOL-HOUSE. DEAR SIRS,—I

NOTES AND ITEMS. J . RAINE has been elected to the Ellerton Scholarship, worth 29 and tenable for 3 years, at Durham University. F . GRINDROD has been awarded the Reading Prize of to at Lincoln College, Oxford. W. H . HoLmES has been elected to a Scholarship of ;630 at Durham University, and has also passed 1st Class in the College Examination with honours. O . IV . WHALEY has been elected to an open Scholarship of , ' So at Caius College, Cambridge. W . H . GRINDROD has been elected to the Gibb 's Scholarship, worth zo, at Keble College, Oxford. F . METCALFE has been playing as a regular member of the Durham University F .C. E . A . DOUGLAS, O .P., played half-back for Durham County v. Cumberland. Rev . G. S . Fox has been appointed to the living of Snaith. \Ve beg to acknowledge the receipt of the following magazines : Lorrettonian (3), Lily (2), Shirburnian, Ulula, Huddersfield Grammar School Magazine .

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PF.TI :RITE. VOL .

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No . 66.

OUR TRAMP ABROAD.

" f is a strange thing," says Francis Bacon, " that in sea voyages, I where there is nothing to be seen but sky and sea, men should make diaries but in land travel, wherein so much is to be observed, for the most part they omit it . " If this were strange three hundred years ago, it is equally to be wondered at now . Doubtless we should all make a resolution to keep a record of all the interesting places we visit when we travel, and of any curious incidents that come under our notice . But communication between place and place is nowadays so easy, and we get over the ground so rapidly and see so much in a short time, as to make it almost impossible for ordinary mortals to chronicle their adventures. There is, however, a means of escape for any Peterites that feel it to be their duty, but are too lazy to " make diaries ; " namely, to try and write interesting letters to their relatives from the places they visit, and such letters may possibly be afterwards available for reference to assist them in writing those articles for the School Magazine which, of course, all Peterites—Old or New—intend to write. " Have you been on the Continent ? " is a question often put, and it is one that the majority of Englishmen have to answer in the negative. Various excuses are offered for not having ventured across the " silver streak ." One person says that travelling on the Continent is too expensive (though this is a fallacy, for with proper economy one can travel as cheaply in Switzerland as in England) ; another says he is afraid to go because he cannot speak the language, but this again need be no obstacle, as your mother tongue will get you through most difficulties . Another says he is " waiting for the Channel Tunnel ." Well, I have no retort to meet this objector, and must confess that I hope he may have to wait a very long time !

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My desire to "go abroad " was not gratified till last year, but then, with the luck that usually follows leisure, I had a most delightful trip with two friends ; though we did not stray far from what is called the " beaten track ." In the space at my disposal, I intend to pass hurriedly over the better known parts I visited and give most attention to an account of Zermatt and the way thither, for comparatively few tourists go there, in consequence of the difficulties of the road for ladies. I travelled to Paris from London, viii Dover and Calais, on a bright Sunday in June . This is a bad day to cross, as the Company do not expect many passengers and put on their smallest steamer for the run. On a calm day this would not have mattered much, but there was a strong breeze blowing and ere long many of the passengers were glad to avail themselves of the " crockery," which two sailors served out in a most systematic manner to any that seemed to require such attentions. The sight of a basin is the " last straw " to many a poor voyager, who has been warding off sea-sickness successfully till one of these is brought under his notice ! I was lucky enough to escape, though if the voyage had been much longer I too should have had to give in. Three (lays was all I could then devote to the sights of Paris, as I had to push on to Bourg-en-Bresse to meet, by arrangement, my two friends—a lady and a gentleman—who were to be my companions for the trip . Bourg proved a charming resting-place as it is a thoroughly old-world town, where the peasants still wear those pictureque costumes and wooden shoes which artists are so fond of putting on their figures in French landscapes, but which are not often seen in reality . Next morning we visited the old cathedral, and then walked to Bron, a distance of about two miles, to see the celebrated church there, which contains some of the finest monuments to be seen in France . In the afternoon we pushed on to Geneva, where we arrived rather late at night, and found the station literally besieged with hotel ' buses, all the conductors of which trying to secure our patronage for their hotel by shouting, chiefly in French, at the top of their voices ! However, we had decided beforehand on the Hotel National, as it is situated on the outskirts of the town, and commands an excellent view of the Lake. That first night, on retiring to our rooms and stepping out on the balcony which runs outside the hotel windows, we had a sight worthy of poet ' s song. The moon was about at the full, and shining on the

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placid waters of the Lake, reflected the beautiful outlines of the surrounding hills . while to our right the numerous lights from the lamps -on the bridges, which connect the two halves of the town, formed a 'striking contrast with the rest of the scene. Geneva itself is disappointing ; it has fine shops and streets, but is only Paris in miniature. We had a most enjoyable day on the Lake while there, sailing up and down the entire length of it on the steamer -" Mont Blanc," which leaves Geneva at 9-15 every morning for Bouveret, at the other end of the Lake, calling at numerous places en route. notably at Ouchy, the port for Lausanne, and at all the close.together landing-stages of those charming winter resorts variously named Clarens, Montreux, and Chillon, where the English tongue is more heard than any other from November to April . We got off at Montreux for the double purpose of seeing the world-famed Glion Railway and having our mid-day meal, awaiting there the return of the 'steamer from Bouveret—the terminus of the Rhone Valley Railway. The most striking feature of Geneva ' s Lake is the extreme blueness of its waters, though the passage of the Rhone through it can be distinctly marked by the waters being of a more brownish hue in the centre. The boats we saw on the Lake had mostly got graceful lateen sails, which are rarely seen elsewhere, except on the Mediterranean shores. The pleasure of this excursion depends entirely on the weather, and in this we were singularly fortunate both here and elsewhere ; indeed we lad not one wet day during the month we spent in Switzerland. But I shall only have space to indicate the route we took in order to push on to Zermatt . From Geneva we drove to Chamonix in an open ' carriage, breaking the journey at the village of Sallanches, where we spent the night pleasantly, save for the annoyance of some big flies, nearly an inch long, which got into our rooms and punished us severely ; me especially . Next morning we were called at 5-30 to get the first view possible, from our approach, of the monarch of mountains. -I must say a word or two about this sight, as it was one of the finest we had in Switzerland. There was mist over the land, continued up to white clouds in the sky, which seemed like the monarch's bedclothes . but through a rift his head was clearly seen, reclining, as it were, on his pale sky-blue pillow, his face looking almost as bright as the sun which was shining upon him . It seemed as if the moon had -suddenly come nearer to the earth, so celestial did the mountain

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vision appear. Our hotel was well named Hotel Belle Vue, for it was indeed a " belle vue " which greeted our eyes that morning. We remained at Chamonix several days to do some of the numerous excursions and climbs in its neighbourhood (some of which I may be able to describe in a future article), and from there we drove in a carriage built to suit the narrow passes through the mountains to Vernayaz in the Rhone Valley, arriving in time to visit the George du. Trient before table d ' laute at the hotel . This is an immense cleft in the rock through which the waters of the river Trient rush with great fury .. The sides are 48o feet in height, and the tops are so close together as. to exclude most of the light . The temperature inside is very low on the hottest day, as the sun never shines directly into the gorge . There' are ample indications on the sides of the rocks of the course the glaciers ). which assisted in making the cleft, have taken . A wooden gallery has been constructed in it, hung to iron bars driven into the rock, on, which we were able to walk about a quarter of a mile up to the foot of a. beautiful waterfall. At Vernayaz we joined the Rhone Valley Railway, and took train+ from there to Visp, where we were to get horses for St. Nicholas, dt route for Zermatt . I never experienced such heat as we had during that railway journey through that torrid valley, and we were all glad to leave the hot railway carriage at Visp. After refreshments, we arranged about horses . There is no road. from Visp to St . Nicholas—only a bridle path, tolerably well kept .. We engaged three horses : one for the lady of our party, one for the gentlemen, (I and my friend walking in turns), and the third horse carried the baggage we considered necessary for out stay at Zermatt, though we had reduced it to a minimum at Visp . The route thebridle-path takes is very picturesque, especially after passing the village of Sta 1 den . At one time it descends to the bottom of the valley, ant ;l then ascends a steep zig-zag path to the top, only to descend again by another zig-zag in order to cross the river that flows through the valley. The guides are the proprietors of their horses, and " Ferdinand, ' who looked after our lady ' s horse, proved a most interesting fellow We selected him because he could speak French (most of the guides at this end of Switzerland only speaking German) . Our other guide turned out a " gay deceiver," for he was recommended on account of the knowledge of English he possesed. In fact it was stated on his

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behalf that he could speak three languages—German, English, and American—but we soon learnt that his knowledge of the last two was very superficial, in fact he knew nothing beyond a few stereotyped phrases (picked up at New York during a stay there) which he used on every suitable or unsuitable occasion . He was a very ordinary looking " Dutchman ." Ferdinand, on the other hand, had quite a distinguished air about him . He was a man of middle height, and carried himself with rather a military gait. When we made his acquaintance, he wore, .on the back of his head, a straw hat with a broad brim, and had a heavy moustache and "imperial ." His blue eyes had a very intelligent expression . We got quite interested in him while he was with us, both going up to Zermatt and coming down again, and we speculated among ourselves on his history, something of which we learnt afterwards from the lady who kept the buffet at Visp Railway Station. Several things we noticed made us suspect he had "seen better days "; for instance, when given a parcel to carry, he would at once accept it, but rather than carry it himself he would pay a trifle to the first boy he met on the road, to carry it for him . This we discovered afterwards. He was on most friendly terms with his mare, " Elizabetta, " to whom he talked in the most confidential manner, when not engaged in pointing out some place of interest to us ; and when we were ascending or descending the zig-zag paths referred to above, he guided her by holding her tail in his hand and giving a slight tug, to indicate the direction she was to go in. But to continue our journey ; as it was almost five o 'clock before we got away from Visp, it was dark before our arrival, at nine o 'clock, at St . Nicholas, where we were to spend the night, so that the good cheer we received at the excellent hotel was very welcome, and we waited there till the extreme heat of the next (lay was over before proceeding. We were not sorry to exchange the bridle-path for the narrow, but well kept road from St . Nicholas to Zermatt . Many of the guides keep carriages at St . Nicholas, specially built for this narrow road . They profess to take only two passengers and no heavy luggage, but when "Elizabetta " was put into harness, Ferdinand drove us all in excellent -time . The road is, of course, uphill most of the way, and we were obliged to go slowly at the steep parts . Here the men went afoot and were thus able to gather some of the beautiful wild flowers which kept -increasing in number and beauty the higher we ascended . As we

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neared Zermatt, fresh mountain peaks came into view ; first theBreithorn, then the Little Matterhorn, and lastly the stupendous Matterhorn itself, which, in some respects, is more imposing even than Mont Blanc. Its form, which is like a pyramid, is peculiar to itself,_ and being so steep, it is never covered entirely with snow, the rock always showing through. At Zermatt we put up at the Hotel du Mont Cervin (i .e . French for Matterhorn) where we were most comfortable . The next day we remained at Zermatt and strolled about the place, visiting the churchyard where are the graves of Mr. Hudson, a clergyman, Mr . Hadow, Lord Francis Douglas, and their guide, named Croz, who were killed , in 1865, in descending the Matterhorn, after having made the first successful ascent to the top . They had a rope bound round them for safety, as is usual, but in this instance it proved most fatal, for when Mr . Hadow lost his footing, he pulled the others with him—they being unable to hold him up— and they all fell, to be dashed to pieces 4,000, feet below Now the rock has been blasted in parts and rails fixed at the most difficult places, so that the ascent is not such a great feat any longer. Zermatt is a small place, consisting of three large hotels and a few picturesque Swiss Chalets, but it is 5319 feet above the sea, and the air is delicious . The valley, however, is narrow, and the view restrictedr so that few remain there long . Herr Seiler, the owner of all the Zermatt hotels, has lately built a magnificent one higher up on the Riffelberg, about two-thirds of the way to his well-known little Riffel Hotel (from which Alpine peak-climbers make their early morning. starts) . This new hotel is, for distinction, called the Hotel Riffel Alp. Next morning we ascended the Riffelberg, to the left of Zermatt, by the zig-zag path which runs through a pinewood as far as the Riffel Alp . The views all the way up are excellent—of the Matterhorn,. Rothhorn, Weisshorn, and also of the Gorner Glacier . The new hotel is fitted tip according to English taste and comfort . Here many English and American tourists come to spend their summer and recruit their health . We breakfasted here and then continued our climb to, the Riffelberg Hotel. This is a "rough and ready " sort of house, built of stone ; the stone staircase has no bannisters, and the fireplaces are simply what that

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name indicates, for there are no grates, only a stone hearth for the fire in the rooms . We left our lady at the hotel, and my friend and I ascended the easy zig-zags on the rocky ridge above the Riffelberg, called the Gorner Grat, which is 10,289 feet above the sea, and commands a most imposing view . We met no one on our way to the summit, and were able to sit down there and, entirely surrounded by snow-clad peaks, to enjoy the impressive stillness ; in fact one has the feeling while there of being in another world . One thing that appeared strange was the apparent nearness of the surrounding peaks ; but when one throws a stone with all one's force it seems to travel no distance. Here we sat gazing for some time on the heights of Monte Rosa, and then leaving the scene with reluctance, descended to our hotel, 2,000 feet below, arriving in time for table d' hole. The long table of the dining room was well filled at dinner time ; men of a variety of nationalities were there, the German predominating, and talking so loud as to monopolise the conversation . There was only one other lady present besides the one of our party. We who were clad for the extreme heat of the valley below, found the temperature at this altitude anything but pleasant, so after dinner we retired to our rooms and enjoyed the grateful warmth of a bright fire of pine-wood logs, which we got them to make for us . Next morning we found the whole Riffelberg surrounded with a white mist, which completely hid the landscape, and had this happened a day earlier we should have missed the view of the amphitheatre of snow-clad peaks from the Gorner Grat. Under these circumstances the best thing to be done was to descend, to Zermatt as quickly as possible , which we did ; and after a time we got out of the mist and enjoyed the walk through the pine-wood extremely. We remained that night at Zermatt, and there met our trusty guide Ferdinand, who had just brought up another party from St . Nicholas. We arranged with him to start at six next morning for Visp, to escape the extreme heat of the day . By this means, we got to St . Nicholas in time for a light breakfast and pushed on to Stalden, arriving there by u o ' clock, thus being on the shady side of the valley all the way . We had di:leaner here, and rested till three o ' clock, only leaving for Visp in time to catch our train to Brieg, where we spent the night at Hotel des Couronnes et Poste. Before saying good-bye to Ferdinand at Visp—which we did with mutual regret— he introduced to us a friend of his, who was going

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next day from Brieg to Andermatt with his carriage and four horses to meet a party, and he offered to take us there for the price of a carriage and two horses, of which good offer we took advantage. Of the remainder of our "tramp abroad" I do not propose to say much . We left Brieg next morning with our " four-in-hand " for Andermatt, via the Rhone Glacier and Furka Pass, taking two days over it . Thence we drove to Geschenen to join the St . Gotthard Railway (just below the famous long tunnel), and there got train to Lucerne . Here we found the heat intense, and a mist was hanging over the Lake, which made it useless to go to the expense of going up the Rigi by the climbing railway, so that a couple of days sufficed to see the principal sights . We therefore hurried back to Paris (travelling by sleeping-car at night to Bale), and arrived there without other inconvenience than having to turn out at midnight on the French frontier to have all our luggage examined. But all good things must come to an end . As Shakespere says, " If all the year were playing holidays, To sport would be as tedious as to work ."

So perhaps it is as well for those, like me, whose holidays, as "they seldom come they wished for come ." We left Paris for England after a few days spent in that luxurious city, and crossed from Boulogne to Folkestone on a " pet day." Thus ended a most interesting and enjoyable trip . It is one that I can confidently recommend to my friends . R . W . C.

SCHOOL LETTER. S far as the School is concerned, football is over and boating is

A now the order of the day . Thanks to the untimely frost, very little football has been practicable this term . The Tadcaster match had to be given up, while for the two matches that were played, scarcely any previous practice was indulged in . However, we succeeded in defeating a strong team representing the York Banks, and in playing a very even game with Beverley, who were still in full practice. An unusually early start was made in boating, and before Shrove Tuesday all the House Fours had made their appearance on the river. Of the Senior House Fours, the Day Boys have only one of last year ' s winning crew ; they are fortunate, however, in securing the

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services of Clarke, who rowed 3 in the School House boat last year, and these, with Hutchings and E . Procter, make up a crew that will take a good deal of beating. The School House have by far the heaviest boat, and they ought to turn out a very good crew . Gofton is stroke, being supported by Allan at 3, Crosthwaite 2, and Hood bow . The Rev. C. R . Gilbert's House have not a single member of last year's Senior left, but three of the winning Junior are available, so they will be preserved from absolute insignificance. The fourth place is filled by Bennett, which proves the enormous advantage of third boats . With regard to School Fours, those old rivals the Sixth and Civil ought to have a desperate struggle, though judging from physique the Sixth ought to be able to repeat their last year's victory . The Juniors and Third boats all seem about up to the average, and some very good races ought to take place amongst them . Several improvements have been effected in the boat house, and we would remind our readers that these are not accomplished without cost. The Debating Society has begun with renewed vigour under the able and energetic presidency of Mr . Routh . The Society seems to gain ground steadily every year, and now a very considerable degree of interest is taken in the debates . Moreover, which is a very healthy sign, this interest is no longer, as has heretofore been the case, confined to sitting and listening . Silent members are now becoming rather the exception, and nearly everyone does his best to contribute more or less to the enlightenment of his fellow men . The motion on Irish evictions in particular called forth floods of eloquence worthy of an ancient school of oratory. Shrove Tuesday for a wonder turned out fine, and tempted several parties to ply the well-turned oar in fours, and boats of other descriptions . Excepting for a little wind both river and weather were all that could be desired, and gave no one any cause to regret having trusted to them. We were glad to see that a corres p ondent signing himself Cricketer," took up our suggestion with regard to the cricket colours, and having (to use his own words) done his best to find out all about them," had come to the conclusion that chocolate and white are really the School colours . We hope that, after this, we shall soon see them adopted . Owing to the abnormal shortness of the term, the boat races will soon be upon us, and in a very few weeks we shall all be tugging at our oars in earnest . Our only hope is that the best boats may win .

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FOOTBALL. v . YORK BANKS, at York, January 26th. As this match was played on the first day of the term, the School team was naturally placed at a considerable disadvantage from want of combination . It was very evident that several members of it had not recovered from the effect of Xmas orgies . Both P>ulman and \Vaud had left, so that only Gofton was left of the three-quarters, consequently Jackson had to be taken from half, and Wilson from forward to fill the vacancies . The forwards, were, further weakened by the absence of Rouse and Birks, who had not yet returned . We were, however, fortunate in having once more the services of T . P . Clarke . The Banks got together a very fair XV., and made a very creditable show. The School won the toss, and played up hill first. Scrimmaging was the order of the day for a considerable time . The Banks were confined to their 25, and had to touch down once or twice . After fifteen minutes play Mawson, by smart following up, obtained a try, but the attempt at goal by Wilson was a failure . The visitors played up harder after this, but the School forwards took the ball well into their 25, when a neat pass to Wilson enabled him to cross the line. Gofton failed to convert it into a goal . Almost immediately after some combined play between Wilson and Crosthwaite ended in the latter getting the third try, which was not improved upon . No further point was obtained up to half-time . As the School had now the advantage of wind and hill, it was expected that they would considerably augment their score. But this was not the case, as the Banks played much better than (luring the first half. The only point obtained was a try by Wilson, right behind, from which Gofton kicked a goal . The School was consequently left winners by r goal, 3 tries, and 8 minors to r minor. Of the School backs E . Procter gave a perfect exhibition of kicking, and Crosthwaite Allan, and Whaley among the forwards played grandly . For the Banks, Nelson, who saved several tries by his splendid collaring, Haynes and Procter among the backs, and Gabb, forward did excellent service. The following represented the School :—E . Procter (back); J . G . Wilson, J . E . Gofton, H . Jackson (three-quarters) ; W . L . Procter, N. L . Hood (half) ; R . Crosthwaite, O . W . Whaley, IV. Hutchings, T.P. Clarke, H . Smith, H . Allan, A . C . Clarke, F. Mitchell, and A . Mawson (forwards) .

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z' . BEVERLEY, at York, February 26th. This was the last match of the season, and considerable interest was taken in it, as the match with Beverley last term had ended in defeat . The School were sadly in want of practice, as they had only once had a game of any sort for three weeks . Still the match was very close, and there was little or nothing to choose between the two sides . 'F . P. Clarke was unable to play, but we had the services of \Vaud . Beverley elected to play down hill with a strong wind behind them . Gofton kicked off and the ball was returned into touch at the half-way flag . The game was mainly a forward one at first, and the ball remained in neutral ground for the first twenty minutes or so, the tackling on both sides being too safe for any long runs . At last one of the visitors' three-quarters took a long low drop, the ball hit the posts and went off at right angles about twenty yards . One of the forwards, who was apparently off-side, dropped on the ball and claimed a try, which was allowed . A beautiful goal was kicked from it . The School were rather pressed after this, and had to touch clown twice . After half-time, having the advantage of wind, hill, and sun, they made a vigorous attack upon the visitors ' 25 . Wilson made a short dribble, and then picking up managed to evade his opponents and secured a try for the School . Gofton ' s kick only missed by half a foot Nothing further was scored until just before time, Beverley obtained a try close to the touch line. The kick was unsuccessful . The School backs were not particularly brilliant, Procter repeatedly failing to get his kick in . The halves were quite out-classed, and did not feed the three-quarters at all well . The forwards played a very good game throughout. Dunkerly and Brough among the forwards, and the threequarters showed up most prominently for Beverley. With this match the School season closed . 13 matches were played, of which 6 were won, 6 lost, and 1 drawn, a record which if not brilliant is by no means poor, considering the great disadvantages with which we had to contend . By next season, Wilson, Crosthwaite, Whaley, Clarke, Procter, Smith, Rouse, and Hutchings will have left, so that only five of the regular XV will be available . Still, as there are several promising players rapidly coming to the front, there is no reason to be despondent, and we heartily wish the team of 1887 good luck . It may be of interest to add that of the 63 tries obtained during the whole season, Waud obtained 19, Wilson 12, Bulman 7, Gofton 6,

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Crosthwaite 5, Jackson 6, Rouse 3, Whaley, Clarke, Smith, and Hutchings i each . Wand also dropped a goal. A TEAM v . WHITE ROSE A, January 3oth. The School was strengthened by the importation of Wilson, Jackson, Gabb, Allan, and Procter, as very few members of the second team were available . The match was well-contested throughout, but was of a somewhat rough character . The White Rose had only a vague idea of the rules, so that a considerable time was spent in instructing them that it was necessary to put the ball down at once when collared . In the first half Wilson obtained a try after a very unnecessary maul, but failed to improve upon it ; 6 minors were also scored . The home team scored a few more minors, but could get nothing more substantial until close on time, when Wilson receiving a pass from Jackson, handed off his opponents, and crossed the line. The shot at goal went wide of the posts . The School backs played a safe game throughout, while Allan and Gabb performed herculean feats forward .

EDINBORO' LETTER. RIEF as is the time which is allowed us in which to glean material

B for an Edinboro' letter, yet it is not so brief but that we may be able to gather a few facts that may be of interest to your readers. First and foremost let us turn our attention to Football . The University XV . share the honour with the West of Scotland Club of possessing an unbroken record in purely Scottish matches . In November last, the inter-city match was played at Glasgow, and resulted in a win for Glasgow . L . E . Stevenson figured as one of the leading forwards in the Edinboro' team . The second contest of importance in Scotland came off at the end of January, and resulted in a win for the East over the West, by a goal and two tries to a goal and a try . Stevenson, Morison, Johnston, and Simpson were those of the University team chosen to play for the East . Johnston was the first to score for the East, and in the second half of the game Stevenson succeeded in getting another try . The winning point was scored by Irvine, of the Academicals . The game was splendidly contested throughout, and was productive of some very fine play . We must not omit mentioning that Stevenson was chosen as a forward reserve for

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the International team . Many, indeed, thought he should have got his cap, as he undoubtedly has shown splendid form throughout the season. The match above-mentioned is, in all probability, the last in which we shall ever have the pleasure of seeing A . R . Grant-Asher figuring, as he sustained a compound fracture of the thigh . We might mention that C . Rose is figuring well in his club, the Collegiate. The first of a series of Smoking Concerts, managed by the Students ' Representative Council, will take place shortly, and will no doubt receive a hearty support from the students. The site for the Union has at length been fixed, and everything is ready for a start to be made. Before closing, we must not omit to mention the universal sorrow felt at the death of our Lord Rector, the late Lord Iddesleigh . In commemoration of this sad event a funeral service was held at St. Giles ' Cathedral, which the Senatus attended in full academic costume. The Prince of Wales has been asked to allow himself to be nominated as the new Lord Rector ; but we learn that he has refused, excusing himself on the ground of want of time. J . S.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. F the task of writing a Cambridge Letter had been imposed on us a

I a few days earlier, we should have been forced to speak with fear and misgiving of a subject which is, perhaps, at the present time, that of most interest, the 'Varsity boat . Early in the week our outlook seemed rather gloomy ; Muttlebury had been unable to row all the term, and it was said all hope of his coming back was at an end ; Fairbairn was reported to be unable to row, and Orford, the best of the new men, had sprained his ankle badly while getting into a pant . Our prospects were, however, considerably brightened when, on Wednesday, both the former appeared again . Muttlebury at six, and Fairbairn at five, thus settling two of the middle places which have been subject to such constant changes . If Orford could only recover in time to take his place in the crew, the boat should be at least strong . Seeing that the crew has not yet, as far as we know, been finally settled, it is hard to say anything of its prospects on the Thames ; but though Oxford have rowed as they are for some time, and would appear, therefore, to

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have the better chance, it must be remembered that the case was just the same last year, and it was not till they left Cambridge that the crew underwent their final change. The last few days the " Lents " have been the all absorbing interest .. There was some very exciting racing, especially among the boats at the. top of the first division . On the second day Corpus did not catch Jesus till within a hundred yards or so of the post, while on the third, Corpus, Jesus, and Lady Margaret were within a few feet of one another at the finish . In the end, Corpus, in which St . Peter 's was. represented by Fausset, remained head . We must congratulate the latter on getting his oar, and also on being elected Secretary of his College Club . The only other Peterite rowing was Crawshaw, who , stroked the first Pembroke boat. Since last the Peterite appeared we have been honoured by a visit from Mr . Gladstone, who met with what the papers call an "enthusiastic reception ." The great man visited various Colleges, and amongst other things planted a tree at Newnham, which has since disappeared, and though a correspondent of the Review hopes the remover has by this. time had enough of "fearful joy, " and awaits anxiously its return. " (sub node) " still remains wanting. We hear that the ~'dipus Tyrannus has been selected as the play to be performed next October term . Judging from the success with which the Eumenides met we look forward to it with pleasant anticipation . C . H. OXFORD LETTER.

HE river has for the last few days been the chief centre of attrac-

T tion it has, in fact, presented much greater attractions than it usually does in the Torpid 's week . The storms of bitter wind and rain which usually greet those persons who are brave enough to hold out on• the barges watching the struggle, were on this occasion entirely absent. Owing to the low current, too, the labour of the crews was considerably heightened . The results, at any rate in the first division, do not at all represent the interest and excitement of the races ; for, though the first five boats rowed over night after night, yet, with the exception of B .N .C . first, which never allowed Exeter to a p proach nearer than half a length, almost every night witnessed a hard struggle between some of

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hem . As usually is the case, those who ventured to foretell results, were proved lying prophets . Queen's, they said, would make several bumps, and might even finish head of the river ; Queen ' s fell two places,. and finished eighth . University was certain to go down ; on the contrary, it rose two places . St . Catherine's was stroked by Peel, but was unfortunate enough to go down ; Cobb rowed bow in New Coll. second, which, after making a bump, was in turn bumped by B .N .C. second . This latter boat has only been put on the river this year, but has already risen four places . The Rai/le, the little paper which always attends the Torpids, has shewn itself as lively as usual . In one of its numbers appeared a Latin poem, by a writer whom we used to be chiefly acquainted with through a certain work on Greek prose . It is pleasant to think that he can lend himself to composition on such light subjects as Torpids . The following verses are an extract : Torpido quis quis cupis interesse Ocius lecto careas alunda Vesperi somnum repetas teneilis Ocius agnis. Mane to cruda repleas bovina, Seu magis pullus placet, aut ofellee Oris extinguat silientis ignes Mot hius humor. Sic tibi parcet bent remignnti Raucus e ripa reboans magister, Ante ccdentem tua sic phaselum Prora vorabit.

It would be rash to venture on any prophecies concerning the University boat race . We hear that the Oxford crew are improving, so let us hope for the best. To turn to Football . In the match against the Clapham Rovers, Wilson played half for the Rovers, as they were short of men . The 'Varsity pressed their opponents too hard to admit of his shewing any very brilliant play, but he saved well all through . The Association team have on the whole been very successful this term, despite the defeat they suffered from Cambridge . They always seem to play much better in the latter part of a game, taking some time to get together. A conspicuous illustration of this may be seen in the match against Aston Villa, in which the 'Varsity let their opponents score four goals in the first quarter of an hour . It is only fair to state that the ' Varsity had the blazing sun in their eyes for the first half of the game . As it was they nearly drew, obtaining three goals later on .

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The fire at Queen 's, though so long extinct, still continues to remind us of its ravages . For the last few weeks we have seen a solid mass of scaffolding gradually surrounding the damaged wing . Pole has been added to pole, and p'ank to plank, until the structure bids fair to overtop all the surrounding buildings . The three statues, though they stood up so grandly on the night of the fire, and defied the flames to harm them, must, it appears, come down after all, as the stones underneath them are injured . As there appears to be considerable doubt about the identity of these statues, a suggestion (which appears at least as likely as any other) has been offered, that they are intended to represent Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. We are glad to see that at last some efforts are being made to put an end to the extensive book thieving by which the Union library has been robbed of so many volumes . A graduate member of this University was a short time ago brought before the Vice-Chancellor's court charged with this offence . It is to be hoped that he will be made an example of. Oxford, like all the rest of the world, is discussing the best method of celebrating the Jubilee . The preparations will be on an extensive scale, if report says true . Report even ventures to say that the Queen will be present in Oxford, and will have a degree conferred up on her . The city authorities, if we are not mistaken, are already beginning to look for sources from which they may meet the expenses ; they evidently are hard up, and will leave no means untried . The trees in the Parks' road—trees, alas ! no longer—have been the first victims. For some time past we have been watching them denuded of their branches, and reduced to forlorn stumps . Can the wood thus procured be of sufficient value to make it worth while perpetrating such barbarism ? Will the trees in the Broad Walk be the next victims ? We conclude with all good wishes to those old Peterites who are within a few days to be tortured in the schools . May their pens scratch on merrily as any there, and may results prove that they have not scratched in vain .

DEBATING SOCIETY. HE first meeting of the Debating Society was held on January 29th,

T when the following were elected officers :—President, Rev . W. Routh ; Vice-President, J . H . G . Wilson ; Secretary, H . W. Allan, Messrs . Carroll, Birks, Rose, Lane i, Lane ii, Douglas iii, Metcalfe,

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Bennett, Young, Naylor, and Crowther were elected members. It was proposed by H . W . Allan, seconded by O . W . Whaley, and carried that every member of the Society in the Sixth Form bring forward one motion during the Session . Proposed by J . H . G . Wilson, seconded by 0 . W . Whaley, and carried, that the members of the Lower School be admitted, but not allowed to speak or vote. The Debating Society met on Saturday, February 5th, when a motion was brought forward by 0 . W . Whaley, That modern civilisation does not tend to happiness . " The proposer argued that civilisation did away with manual labour and likewise with chivalry, that it tended to make society artificial, and that modern dress was as uncomfortable as possible . The motion was seconded by A . C . Clarke . J . H . G. Wilson, opposing, said that there must be civilisation or none at all . As far as he was concerned, he preferred the former. Rev . W. Routh said that if machinery were done away with the population would have to be lessened by 15 millions ; that if we had received some diseases through civilisation, we had also through it received cures for others. FOR . O . W . Whaley. A. C . Clarke . C . Whaley .

AGAINST. J . II . G . Wilson. II . W . Allan. R . Crosthwaite. N . L . Hood. K . T. Wilkinson. M . II . Carroll. Rev. W . Routh.

On division the numbers were For Against

6 r8

The motion was therefore lost by a majority of 12. This, for the first debate of the term, was above the average, and though considerably one-sided, was by no means devoid of interest, The comprehensiveness and vagueness of the subject, however, did not allow of the matter being fully discussed. On Saturday, February 12th, J . H . G. Wilson brought forward a motion that " The state of Eng'and is rotten ." Wilson urged, as an. argument for the motion, the present inefficiency of the army and navy. He pointed out, too, the lack of patriotism in the country, and desc ibed with considerable vigour and vividness the wretched state of Parliament," and the want of unity so conspicuous in it . 0 . IV . .

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Whaley, in seconding the motion, pointed out the racecourse and the publication of " unpalatable matter " in the papers as a great argument in favour of the motion . The motion was opposed by K . T . Wilkinson, who considered that, in comparison with other states, we could not be placed below them, and that in many cases our state was preferable to theirs. FOR.

AGAINST.

J . H . G . Wilson (2) . O. W . Whaley . M . H . Carroll.

K. T . Wilkinson. N . L . Hood. J . F . Leaf. Rev. W . Routh.

On division the numbers were For Against

q IS

The motion was therefore lost by a majority of q. The speeches throughout were somewhat vague, but were successful in keeping up the interest in the debate. Several members, too, made promising debuts, and their speeches augur well for the future of the Debating Society. We should have mentioned that, previous to the debate, J . H . G. Wilson, seconded by O . W . Whaley, moved that " the opposer of a motion should in future speak before the seconder," urging that in this way the seconder would be better able to speak, and further interest would be added to the debate . The motion was carried nern. con. On Saturday, February r 9th, A . C . Clarke brought forward a motion that " The Glenbeigh evictions in Ireland were justifiable . " A . C. Clarke argued that the land belonged to the landlords, and that, therefore, if their tenants did not pay rent they were justified in evicting them . In his opinion the chief cause of the evictions were the Irish Nationalists themselves. The motion was seconded by J . H. G. Wilson, who said that landlords had been especially lenient in Ireland, and that Ireland ought to be treated in the same manner as other countries . FOR .

A. C . Clarke . J . II . G . Wilson . O . W . Whaley . C . Whaley . N . T, . Hood . J . E . Gofton. II . F . Chadwick. A . T. IIopkins .

AGAINS T.

R . Crosthwaite . H . W . Allan. J . F . Leaf. K . T. Wilkinson. M . II . Carroll.

NEUTRAL.

Rev . W. Routh

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The House divided, with the result For Against

tq 9

The motion was therefore carried by a majority of 8. The debate was well sustained throughout, and more members gave 'their opinion on this motion than in any other debate in our memory. On Saturday, February 26th . Rev. C . R . Gilbert moved that "Further restrictions on the liberty of speech and of the press are absolutely .necessary for the well-being of the community ." The mover touched upon the waste of time in the House of Commons, especially referring to the debate on the Address . He thought that wherever the expression of opinion was harmful to the community it should be restricted, but not otherwise ; as an example, in his opinion the meetings of Socialists should be forbidden in populous towns . With regard to the Press, he did not advocate restrictions on political news—although the desire to see their speeches in print caused several members of Parliament to speak oftener than was needful—but only on criminal news. A . C . Clarke seconded the motion, and said that as time was pressing he would merely say that he heartily agreed with all the opinions of the mover on the subject. O . W . Whaley thought that liberty of speech and of the press was one of the greatest blessings of the country, and that any curtailment of it would lessen the well-being of the community . The opposition was supported by J . H . G. Wilson, who said that the expression of opinion acted as a safety-valve for the evil plans and intentions of men. FOR

AGAINST

Rev . C . R. Gilbert . A . C . Clarke .

O . W. Whaley. J . H . G . Wilson. Rev . W . Routh.

The House divided with the following result : For Against

to The result being a tie, the Rev . W . Routh as President, gave his tasting vote against the motion which was therefore lost by a majority of r. This debate was not so well attended as usual, though this does not account for the small number of speeches made . The members did not appear to possess their customary fluency of speech ; perhaps, indeed, because they did not wish to waste time, and decided to put in practice the restrictions on public speech, which were advocated by the mover of the motion .

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CORRESPONDENCE. To THE EDITORS OF THE " PETERITE . " DEAR SIRS, In answer to your correspondent, who signs himself "School House, " I beg to state that it is hardly fair to say that the teams "were not at all representative, " as, to the best of my knowledge, at our first meeting there was only one man absent from the School House team,, and at the second meeting, although there were two men absent, yer they were ably represented, having two second XV day boys playing for them, whom they themselves selected . I think, therefore, that the. gentleman signing himself " School House, " has suffered his loyalty to. his side to overcome his sober judgment when he says that "no decision,. can be come to as to their relative merits ;" for in as much as we beat them so easily when they had first one, and then two men away, I . feel sure that you will agree with me in thinking that the result would, hardly have been doubtful, even had they played their full strength. I remain, Yours, &c ., CLIFTON GREEN HOUSE.

NOTES AND ITEMS. J . 'H . G .WILSON has been elected to a Hastings Exhibition at Queen's College, Oxford. R . CROSTHWAITE and A . RousE have been elected on the Boating Committee. The REV. E. BARBER has been appointed to the Archdeaconry of of Chester. The REV. C . R. GILBERT has kindly presented "The Life of Bishop, Hannington, " by the Rev . E . C . Dawson, M .A ., to the School Library,. We have received the announcement of the marriage of LIEUT . W . J. P. KAVE, of the Buffs, to the daughter of Major-General Hardy, at Dovev The Editors beg to acknowledge the receipt of the following contemporaries :—" Lorettonian" (2), "Sedberghian," " Shirburnian ,""Ulule BIRTH .—On January the 29th, the wife of Rev . W. Routh of daughter.

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No . 67.

SCHOOL LETTER. INCE our last letter another term has seen its close, and another

S sport its season past . Boating, which is now a thing of the past, was the all-absorbing and the all-engrossing pastime within and without the house . Taking the races as a whole, we may congratulate ourselves that they have gone off in a decidedly satisfactory way, and certainly no one can deny that we have been highly favoured in point of weather, a most important requisite for the enjoyment of sports of every description . Looking at the Senior Fours races, Mr . Gilbert's House boat, though defeated by the School House, yet undoubtedly deserves a word of commendation for the capital race which it—though by far the weaker boat—managed to make of it . The victors then had to face the Day Boys' boat, and in their turn had to own defeat, although, in our opinion, and as we heard it expressed by others, they were the better boat, and would probably have won the race had the course been a hundred yards longer . In the remaining Senior Fours races between the Sixth, Civil, and School, the Civil carried off the cups after two victories over the School and the Sixth . In passing, we should like to suggest that the School boat another year go in for a little more practice, as judging from their most creditable performance for the first time together in the race, they might easily have turned the scales and come out conquerors instead of conquered, had they been out together before they met their opponents . With regard to the Senior Pairs, all who had looked forward to witnessing an exciting and even race between J . G . Wilson (stroke), R . Crosthwaite (bow) v . J . E. Gofton (stroke), H . W . Allan (bow), were sadly disappointed in their hopes, as Wilson's boat from the first took the lead, and steadily increasing it, assisted by a mistake on the part of Gofton's cox, won, after a wretchedly hollow race, by about ten lengths . The School

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House deserve a word of congratulation on the capital Junior Four they turned out . Mention too should be made of the crew that represented the School against the Old Boys, and whose victory over them closed a most successful boating season. Just a word with regard to the Debating Society . During this session the meetings have been well-attended and most lively ; there being, this year, a much larger number of speakers, and even on some occasions too large a number for the limited time of the debate . There seems a good prospect of the success of the society in the future,. judging from the readiness of all present to join in the work of giving spirit and life to the discussions held, by themselves taking part in them . We must not omit to thank our President, Mr . Routh, and Vice-President, J . H . G . Wilson, for the able manner in which they have performed their duties, and for the support they have given to the society, to which is due in a large measure its present prosperity.

THE SCHOOL BOAT RACES. HE Races began on Thursday, March 24th, and the last race was

T rowed on Wednesday, April 6th . For the first few days the boat

that won the toss for choice of stations was put at an enormous advantage, but later on the course was tolerably fair . The weather was on the whole very favourable and some excellent races were witnessed. SENIOR PAIRS—IST ROUND. H . W . Allan J . E. Gofton (stroke) H . Whitby (cox )

beat

E . Procter L Hutchings (stroke) C . Lane (cox .)

W. Bennett W. Procter (stroke) C . Lane (cox.)

beat

O . W. Whaley H . C . Jackson (stroke) A . Laybourne (cox .)

R. Crosthwaite J. G . Wilson (stroke)

a bye.

The first race was pretty even to the corner, where Gofton ' s boat was leading by about three-quarters of a length . After this, he began to draw away and as Hutchings relaxed his efforts, he won as he liked by 5 lengths. The second heat was very exciting, at the corner Procter was a little more than half a length ahead and, thanks to some skilful steering,

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managed to take his opponent's water, though he certainly ought to have been fouled in doing so . Jackson pulled very pluckily but was beaten by about a quarter of a length. SEMI-FINAL. R. Crosthwaite J . G . Wilson (stroke) C . Lane (cox .)

beat

W. Bennett. W . Procter (stroke) A . Hudson (cox .)

Wilson led all the way and won anyhow by 4 lengths. FINAL. beat

R . Crosthwaite J . G . Wilson (stroke) C . Lane (cox .)

H . W . Allan J . E . Gofton (stroke) R . Moss (cox .)

A very poor race . At the Scarbro' Bridge Gofton was so far astern that he gave up the pursuit, leaving his opponents to paddle in at their leisure. SENIOR SCULLS—IsT ROUND. F . Mitchell H . C . Jackson W . Bennett (a bye).

beat beat

H . Metcalfe. L . Hutchings.

Down to the Scarbro' Bridge the struggle between Mitchell and Metcalfe was a grand one . Here Metcalfe, who was at the near side, in attempting to take his adversary ' s water was unfortunate enough to crack a scull against the bridge which of course deprived him of all further prospect of success . In spite of this, however, he pulled pluckily on, but failed to recover all he had lost and was defeated by 22 lengths. In the second heat Jackson got well off at the start, gained steadily all the way down and won by about 4 lengths. SECOND ROUND. F . Mitchell H . Jackson (a bye).

beat

W. Bennett.

This could hardly be described as a race, Mitchell led from the very first and paddled in, the easiest of winners, by about 5 lengths. FINAL. F . Mitchell

beat

H . C . Jackson.

This was an excellent race till Jackson was unfortunate enough to lose a scull . This gave Mitchell an advantage of about 2 lengths, which Jackson in vain attempted to recover, and was therefore defeated by that amount . The winner displayed very promising form .

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JUNIOR PAIRS. There were only two pairs entered for this event. A . Hudson F. Mitchell beat R . Bird S . O . Bingham (stroke) C . Lane (cox .) H . Whitby (cox.) Bingham led all the way, and won easily by 41 lengths.

JUNIOR SCULLS—FIRST ROUND. R . Bird

beat

S . O . Bingham.

This race needs very little describing. The only point of interest was the number of times that Bingham contrived to get his oars into a muddle . As a consequence, Bird, though possessed of considerably less pace, rowed steadily away and won easily by 3 lengths. FINAL. R . Bird. F . Mitchell beat An easy win for Mitchell, who led all the way and won by about 4 lengths .

SCHOOL FOURS. The School Fours produced two splendid races . The form displayed by the School was excellent, and they rowed the Civil an uncomfortably close race . In the final the Civil, contrary to general expectation, succeeded in turning the tables on their old rivals the Sixth, who had till then won the School Fours for several years. FIRST ROUND. CIVIL . H. C . Jackson L . IIutchings

beat

SCHOOL. H . G. Metcalfe

W. Procter. N . Ilood E . Procter A. Rouse (stroke) J . E. Gofton (stroke) A. Hudson (cox .) H . Whitby (oox .) Contrary to all expectation, this produced a very exciting race . At the corner the School were leading, but here the Civil began to gain, and after a desperate struggle succeeded in winning by a short length. The display which the School made was highly creditable to them, especially when it is remembered that they had never rowed together. before.

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FINAL. CIVIL H. Jackson L . Hutchings E. Procter A . Rouse (stroke) A . Hudson (cox .)

beat

SIXTH. R . Crosthwaite H . Allan T. P. Clarke J . G . Wilson (stroke) J . Leaf (cox .)

Down to the corner the Sixth led by about 2 a length . Here the Civil began to creep up and the boats were exactly even when they emerged from the Scarbro ' bridge . A splendid race ensued, the Civil winning by about three-quarters of a length. SENIOR HOUSE FOURS. The Senior Fours were much more exciting than was anticipated. The display of the Rev . C . R . Gilbert's House was most creditable, as they were considerably lighter and weaker than their opponents and had, moreover, the worst of the luck . In the final there was scarcely anything to choose between the crews, and the Day boys are to be congratulated on their fourth successive victory. SCHOOL HOUSE beat REV. C . R . GILBERT' S HOUSE. O . W . Whaley H . C. Jackson W. Bennett A . Rouse (stroke) A . Hudson (cox.)

N . Hood R. Crosthwaite H . \V . Allan J . E . Gofton (stroke) H . Whitby (cox .)

The School House got off well at the start, and were soon clear of their opponents . Rouse, however, rowed in fine style, and by the corner had got his boat even. Here the School House, assisted greatly by a strong current, began to draw away and when the boats emerged from the Scarbro ' bridge they were about two lengths ahead . Rouse pulled most pluckily but could not gain all he had lost, and was eventually beaten by about a length . The losers are to be congratulated on the stubborn fight which they made against such powerful opponents . FINAL. DAY BOYS F . Procter L. Iutchings T. 1' . Clarke J. G . Wilson (stroke) C . Lane (cox .)

beat

SCHOOL HOUSE. N. Hood R . Crosthwaite H . W . Allan J . E . Gofton (stroke) H . Whitby (cox .)

The Day Boys got off well at the start and were soon a length ahead. This advantage they almost doubled by the Scarbro' bridge . Here

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the School House began to gain and a desperate race ensued, the Day Boys just struggling in winners by 4 of a length. JUNIOR HOUSE FOURS .—IST ROUND. SCHOOL HousE F. Mitchell G. V. Birks A . C . Clarke H. Metcalfe (stroke) Ii . Whitby (cox .)

DAY Boys. G . Lane D . Carter R . Place W . Procter (stoke) C . Lane (cox .)

beat

As usual the toss for choice of stations went a long way towards deciding the race . The boats were pretty even to the corner, but here the School House began to feel the current, and though the Day Boys rowed gamely to the end, their opponents gradually drew away and defeated them by a good three lengths. FINAL. SCHOOL HOUSE F. Mitchell G. V. Birks A . C. Clarke II . Metcalfe (stroke) II. Whitby (cox .)

beat

REV. C . R . GILBERT S HOUSE. F. McClellan C . Al . Whaley Al . Napier G . Chilman (stroke) A . Hudson (cox .)

At the corner the School House were leading by about a length. Here they began to draw away, and although Chilman pulled very pluckily his efforts were unavailing, and he was defeated by about z

lengths .

THIRD HOUSE BOATS. The Third Boats produced a good struggle between the School House and Day Boys . The Rev . C . R . Gilbert's House displayed good form, but were lacking in strength, and were, moreover, unfortunate in losing the toss . IST ROUND. DAY BOYS G . R . Cook A. B. Grindrod P . Alawson R . Bird (stroke) C . Lane (cox .)

beat

REV. C . R . GILBERT ' S HOUSE. C . Douglas J . Easten F. McClellan A . Hudson (stroke) A . Laybourne (cox .)

The Rev. C . R . Gilbert's House had much the lighter crew, and though Hudson pulled a very plucky stroke, their more powerful opponents, aided to some extent by the current, gradually drew away, and won by 3 1- lengths .

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FINAL. DAY Boys G . R . Cook A. B. Grindrod P. Mawson R . Bird (stroke) C . Lane (cox .)

beat

School. HousE. S . O . Bingham K . Wilkinson F . Chadwick J. Leaf (stroke) H . Whitby (cox .)

A very hard race . Close to the Scarbro ' Bridge the Day Boys were leading by about half a length, when Whitby somewhat injudiciously fouled them . The race was, however, rowed through, and the Day Boys won by I2 lengths. SCHOOL BOAT v . OLD BOYS' BOAT. R. Crosthwaite (bow) II . W . Allan J . H . G . Wilson A. Rouse (stroke) C . Lane (cox.)

beat

C . Cobb (bow) R . Crawshaw W . G. Wilson II . W . Rhodes (stroke) H . Whitby (cox .)

A most splendid race from the beginning to the finish . The School lost the toss . At the White Railing they were a quarter of a length to the good, and putting on a fine spurt were able so to increase their lead as to take the Old Boys ' water at the Bridge . The Old Boys, in spite of great efforts, were unable to bump the School Boat, but at the coaldrop began to gain ground, eventually, however, being beaten by a quarter of a length. This satisfactory result of the race must be in a large measure attributed to the excellent stroke set by Rouse, who has, throughout the season, shewn his great capability for stroking a boat, though we must not forget that, had he not been so well backed up as he was, the result must have been different . Inferior training told against the losers, who were unable at the critical moment to avail themselves of the opportunity of fouling their opponents. The Scratch Races were pulled on Saturday and Tuesday . On the first day there were nine boats, and some very exciting races were witnessed . The final was won by J . Wilson's boat, with Napier, Bird, and E . Procter, who defeated Bennett, T. P. Clarke, Birks, and 0 . W. Whaley, by a few feet. On Tuesday a fair number of Old Boys took part in the races . The feature of the afternoon was the stubborn fight between Williamson 's boat and W . G . Wilson' s who fouled twice and rowed one dead heat

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before a decision was arrived at, \V . G. Wilson winning by half-a-length . In the final, J . G . Wilson, with Napier, G. Lane, and Chadwick, easily defeated Jackson, Bennett, C . Cobb, and Hutchings.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. HE beginning of a term is not generally prolific of news for a

T Cambridge letter, and prophecies about coming events are unsatisfactory. But the Boat Race and the Sports have both taken place since your last letter was written, and they claim some attention . In the latter we were more successful than was expected, notwithstanding the absence of our President, who would have had a keen struggle with Cross in the Mile . The weather was cold, wet, and cheerless, which accounted for the small attendance of ladies, and for the poor times . The Mile was the only distinctly good performance, but considering the strong wind and rain with which he had to contend,. Le Fleming's time in the Hurdles was good . Altogether we shall have pleasant memories of the last Inter-'Varsity meeting at Lillie Bridge (for in future the Sports will take place at the new path of the Queen's Club, Kensington). March 26th was a striking contrast to the 25th in point of weather,. although the wind was perhaps too strong . Considering the difficulties. he had to contend with in forming his crew, Bristowe must look back with pleasure and pride on the successful end of his Presidency . A week or so before the race he was not rowing at all with the rest of the boat, but after his blade had been shaved down, he rapidly improved, and most probably our success is mainly due to that, as he had formerly toe, much work to do . It was most unfortunate (and unsatisfactory to both crews) that McClean broke his oar, although the race was virtually over then . The younger Barclay seemed most fatigued after the race, which is not surprising, considering his youth and the fact that he had lost ten pounds in training. Harvard University sent over a deputation to challenge the winners, and we understand it has been provisionally accepted . The time suggested for the race is September, and as Bristowe will most probably not row, C . T . Barclay is expected to stroke . Hutchinson, of Jesus, an old Blue, is mentioned as a possible member of the crew . Oxford rowed Harvard over the Putney course some years ago . There was a tremendous attendance, and the former won .

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As regards the May races, Trinity Hall should stay head, although Jesus may press them . The Second Division will, for the first time, row on slides . St . Peters will be represented in it by Fausset, who is rowing bow of Corpus, and by Crawshaw, who will most probably stroke Pembroke II. Our cricket prospects are not bright, but we see no reason why quite an average XI should not be got together . The four old Blues who are available will make a strong backbone . Among the Seniors, Sutthery (who actually got his colours last year, but was asked to stand out at the last minute) is the most likely man . The Freshmen are decidedly promising, including as they do, Hale, the Glo'ster bowler, E . Crawley, Mordaunt, and Ford, last year's Repton Captain . The Inter- ' Varsity match is fixed for July 4th, 5th, and 6th . Of the O . P ' s up here, P . E, Lord is Secretary of Clare C . C ., and F. E . Robinson is playing for Corpus, whilst C . B . Clarke represents the latter College at tennis. The end of the term promises to be especially pleasant . Besides the usual number of concerts, dances, etc ., a Special Jubilee Festival will be held in King 's College Chapel on Monday, June aoth, when Mendelssohn ' s " Lobgesce," and Dr . Mann's " Te Deum, " will be performed by a strong chorus and orchestra . Tickets for the Chapel will be 5/- and for the Ante-Chapel 2/6 . R . T . E. Fausset and F. E. Robinson are members of the chorus . Several old members of St. Peter's Choir have been prominent in the musical world here . P . E. Lord played some accompaniments at his College " Pop," and sang at Chesterton . R . T . E . Fausset and F . E . Robinson have been reelected on the Committee of the Corpus Musical Society, and sang solos at their " Pops" in the Guildhall and at Chesterton, whilst R. Crawshaw sings occasionally at the Pembroke Smokers . Another O . P ., more distinguished in literary than athletic circles, is, I believe, on the high road to getting his " blue " for a game called " Golf ." He is understood to have beaten some one (.x), who beat some one else (x') etc ., who eventually got his " blue, " so that our O .P ' s chance is probably represented by (x .) when n is indefinite . The only dark clouds in the immediate future are exams . Two O . P's are in for their finals—may they survive them. Lastly, we must express our pleasure at having a visit from our old Headmaster and his wife, to whom we wish all happiness and success. A. B.

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DURHAM LETTER. Durham letter ! Why, what is there about Durham that the Rierite

A should employ its " valuable columns " to insert a letter from

anyone in Durham ? So I imagine I hear some scoffer say as he glances at the heading to this letter, the first one from Durham, I believe, that has appeared in the I'eferife. Well, I beg to inform this scoffer, and all other scoffers, of a fact of which he and they are probably ignorant, namely, that there is actually at Durham a University, not a very large one I admit, and not a very old one, but still a University . And although the University is as a matter of fact only a little more than fifty years old, yet the idea of founding a University for the North was conceived a great many years ago, and by no less a person than bluff King Hal himself. His scheme for some reason or other was never carried out, but at the present day the 'Varsity holds certain revenues with which it was endowed by that ancient lover of domestic harmony. And we have had some notables at Durham, a bishop here and there, and above all the author of Verdant Green, the immortal Cuthbert Bede, the room can be seen in the Castle in which he is said to have written that splendid masterpiece of English literature. There is now at Durham a small colony of old Peterites, but a colony which I hope will grow and increase . I cannot say that the members of this colony have done anything very conspicuous in the athletic line, or have in any other way brought much honour to the ' Varsity, but we hope for better things in the future . The old school, however, supplied the Rugby football XV in Metcalfe with as plucky a half-back as one could ever wish to see. The 'Varsity football (Rugby) season cannot be said to have been a very creditable one, notwithstanding the presence of some notable players in our ranks . Gill, who is an international reserve threequarter, seemed to lose all his dash and vigour when he played for us . The Association XI was certainly better, and the newspaper critics opined that with a little more combination we should have been a match for the best in the North. To turn to cricket—our prospects are fair ; we can hardly expect to do so well as last year when we had an exceptionally strong eleven. There are eight places to fill, and some good men to fill them .

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The eleven pays a visit to York to try conclusions with the Yorkshire Gentlemen about the middle of May for the first time. At a time when the hideous sound of " Jubilee " is ringing in our ears, when the very sight of the word makes us shudder, when everything from a Church Institute to a bootlace is dubbed C0 Jubilee, " the question may very naturally be asked, what is Durham going to do to celebrate this glorious jubilee . In this respect Durham will be conspicuous, the authorities have decided on nothing and will do nothing . The undergraduate members of the ' Varsity, however, have not been so backward, and many have been their proposals, most of them were, I fear, prompted not so much by the desire to do honour to her Majesty as to benefit themselves . One of these proposals, viz. :—that none of the men in for their finals this June should be ploughed, I commend to the notice of the Head Master of St . Peter's, who is one of the appointed examiners. The authorities of University College have just had erected at the bottom of the Castle Hall, which it may be interesting to know is the finest in England, a massive oak screen at a cost of about three hundred pounds, at the top of the screen is a gallery in which, so says report, the undergraduates will take their stand at . Convocation : if this be true next Convocation will be an interesting and edifying spectacle. N .B .—The Durham tradesmen have already received orders for a large stock of musical instruments of a noisy order. The Regatta this year is to be on a larger scale than usual, that is to say, there will probably be a larger display of tipsiness and fireworks, noise and uproar, etc ., than usual . The 'Varsity is said to be going to carry off the Grand Challenge, the Wharton Cup, the Herschell plate, etc ., etc . The same was said last year, the year before that, and the year before that, and only a small part of the programme was carried into execution, but while we row, we hope . BEDE.

THE COMING CRICKET SEASON. VEN the most sanguine amongst us must confess that there is but

E little of an encouraging nature to be culled from a consideration

of the prospects of the coming season . With only four of last year's * Since writing the above we have learnt that E . Procter is staying, and his batting will doubtless prove of great service to us.

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eleven left, and they, every one of them, new men last year ; and, moreover, with several of the mainstays of the second eleven departed, the outlook seems, at first sight at least, most depressing . But even the darkest cloud has a silver lining, and the truth of this proverb, in this case will be evident if we examine a little closer . Though there are only four who got colours last year, there are several others who, on one or more occasions, represented the School, and who will, no, doubt, have so far improved by this year as to obtain the coveted honour. On the whole then the batting ought to be tolerably good, especially as we shall have the inestimable advantage, at least for some part of the season, of Bosomworth's admirable coaching . With W . Procter, Jackson, and Allan, not to speak of Mitchell, Metcalfe, Gofton and Carter, we ought, if all improve as it is reasonable to expect that they will, to offer a stubborn resistance to the efforts of the opposing bowlers to eject us, and it is not too much to expect that, when we are lucky, we shall succeed in hitting up some very respectable totals. So much for the batting . With regard to bowling, however, our prospects are hardly so lively . Of the regular bowlers of last year, only Whaley survives, and Scarborough, McClellan, and Waud will, we fear, be difficult to replace . Jackson, however, displayed some talent in that direction last year, as did also Mitchell . Of the second eleven regular bowlers only Gofton remains ; on the whole, therefore, we do not at present seem to be very well off in that branch . However, Forti nilril difjzcile, and if they will only try and persevere, many will no doubt discover that they are bowlers, who had previously no idea that they possessed any talent in that direction . Here, again, Bosomworth will, no doubt, set any who do show any signs in the right way to attain to perfection. Fielding is, of course, a thing that can be learnt only by practice, but we would strongly urge all who are ambitious to excel in cricket to do. their utmost to perfect themselves in this most important department. Without good fielding, the very best batting and bowling is comparatively useless, while on the other hand good fielding has over and over again snatched victory out of the jaws of defeat. The match list promises to be even more attractive than usual, though, of course, it is not quite completed yet ; it comprises home and home matches with Durham, Ripon, and Leeds Grammar Schools, and with Londesborough Park . Besides these there will, we hope, be the

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usual fixtures with the Yorkshire Gentlemen, York, and other local clubs, the Old Boys' matches, and the various " Scratch " Elevens with whom the School generally competes . On the whole, Allan is to be congratulated on the zeal and energy with which he has so far discharged the somewhat onerous duties of Secretary. In conclusion, we wish the School every success, and may her opponents have many a long afternoon's fielding during the coming cricket season .

FIRST ELEVEN MATCHES. DATE .

May 26th . June 2nd . June 4th . June 7th. June Ilth . June 16th. June 18th . June 23rd . June 25th . June 28th . June 29th . June 3oth . July 2nd . July 7th . July 9th .

MATCn .

North Riding Asylum St. John' s College . . Ripon School Londesbro' Park Durham School Clifton .. Ripon School York . . Durham School Yorkshire Gentlemen Old Boys .. North Riding Asylum Leeds Grammar School York . . .. Londesbro' Park

GROUND.

North Riding Asylum Ground. School Ground. School Ground. School Ground. School Ground. School Ground. Ripon Ground. York Ground. Durham. Yorkshire Gentlemen's Ground. School Ground. North Riding Asylum Ground. School Ground. School Ground. Londesbro ' Park Ground .

OXFORD LETTER. HERE is, naturally, not much news to be collected at the beginning

T of a term . Our defeats in the Sports and the Boat Race are now

things of the past, and had better, perhaps, be passed over in silence The result of the Boat Race, however, cannot be said to have been satisfactory to either side. Whether the accident which happened to our boat altered the result of the race no one can tell, but it cannot be denied that when the accident occurred, the Oxford crew looked very like repeating the exciting finish of last year, when Pitman, by a magnificent rush, turned what appeared to be a certain victory for Oxford

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into a victory for Cambridge . It must be remembered, too, that everything was in our favour, except the shortness of the distance to be traversed . A lead of three lengths had just been reduced to one, and tide and corner were in favour of the Oxford crew, who were rowing in much better form than their opponents . Still, I do not wish to detract from the merit of the winners, nor do I wish to imply the result would have been altered had the accident not occurred, but, at any rate, what would have been a most exciting finish, was quite ruined by it. In the Sports, too, we had bad luck . Le Maitre was running with a strained leg, and Croome, for whom the hurdle race was looked on as a certainty, was only just recovering from an illness . Here, however, our rivals were equally unlucky, as their President, Waters, who had done some wonderful times at Cambridge, was not well enough to run ; still, he could hardly have beaten Cross in the mile, and his hard work in that race would probably have left him too tired to win the three miles race. However, we were beaten without his aid, and have to rest content, f )r the present, with Noble 's unexpected victory in the single racquets . Our cricket prospects are good . We have most of our last year's XI available, and plenty of talent to choose from . Bowling will be our weak point, as, though Whitby and Buckland may be up, it is by no means certain that they will be . Let us hope that the Seniors ' and Freshmen's match will bring forth some bowlers . The Eights begin on the 19th . The best crews at present are New, who have the two Macleans, Brasenose and Magdalen. Oxford has to own the loss of another of its heads . Dr . Lightfoot, for 33 years Rector of Exeter College, died on March 23rd, after a long illness . He is succeeded by the Rev . W. Jackson . Trinity has also got a new President in Mr . Woods, formerly Bursar of the College. During the Eights week, the Theatre is to be graced by a performance of the " Alcestis, " by the Oxford University Dramatic Club . The class list for Honour Classical Moderations was issued about a fortnight ago . St . Peters was represented by A . Wade, H . W . Rhodes, and W. G. Wilson . The first two placed in the second class, and the last-named in the third.

DEBATING SOCIETY. On March 19th, C . M . Whaley proposed That a miser is a greater enemy to Society than a spendthrift ." He argued that whereas a miser

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makes both himself and everyone else about him miserable, and moreover, keeps capital stored up which might be disbursed for the good of the community, a spendthrift by his very nature contributes a great deal to the happiness of everyone, especially in the way of supporting various charities . J . Leaf, who opposed, thought that misers were seldom family men and that they often bequeathed their savings to charitable objects . O . W . Whaley in seconding said that of the two evils he considered the spendthrift the less . The opposition was supported by the Rev. C . R . Gilbert who compared the qualities which made men misers and spendthrifts greatly in favour of the former, and by the Rev. W. Routh who treated the matter from an economic point of view. The following took part in the debate FOR.

NEUTRAL .

C . M . Whaley (2) . 0 . W. Whaley (2) .

T . Hopkins.

AGAINST. J . F . Leaf. Rev. C . R. Gilbert (2). Rev . W . Routh. J . G . Wilson (2). M . Carroll.

On division the numbers were-For Against

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The debate, though rather one sided, was fairly interesting and certainly called forth some rather novel ideas from one or two of the speakers . At this meeting \V . Carter, E . W. Clarke, and S . Bird were elected members of the Society.

On Saturday, March 26th, the Rev . W . Routh moved "That the stage can possibly be made to have a salutary effect ." He reviewed the principal objections to the stage, and urged that if the more respectable part of the community would only take the matter up they might convert the stage into a powerful instrument of popular education . He also quoted instances from personal experience to show that the stage had not a bad effect . O . W . Whaley, in opposing, said that under certain conditions the stage might have a good effect, but he thought that those conditions did not and could not be made to exist. The managers of theatres were bound to put on the stage plays that attracted the public, and these were not generally of a very excellent character. N. Hood, in seconding, urged that in all plays good

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triumphed over bad . The opposition was supported by J . G. Wilson, who condemned the motion in unmeasured terms, and said that the stage appealed to the lowest side of human nature, and was the most malignant of all the devices of the great enemy of mankind . The speakers were FOR .

AGAINST.

Rev. W . Routh. N. Hood . R. Carroll.

O. W . Whaley. J . G . Wilson.

On division the numbers were For Against

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The debate was not so well attended as usual, probably owing to the boat races, and consequently there was rather a dearth of speakers.

BOATING ACCOUNTS, 1887. RECEIPTS. Day Boys' Subscriptions . . School House do .

EXPENDITURE. s.

Hill

Boathouse Repairs

17 6

Prizes

15 1 9 0 17

Rev . C . R . Gilbert's House

s. d. 2 17 6 ..

Subscriptions . .

Second Prizes

C. Johnson, Esq . . .

W . F. Rawdon

o o

Holtby .. . . Porterage and Carriage

Scratch Fours

Loan from Football Club . .

. .

Postage, Orders, etc. 28

.. ..

6 0

9 6

00 60

o to 0 0

2 0

J . G. WILSON, Treasurer.

CORRESPONDENCE. To THE EDITORS OF THE " PETERITE ." SIRs,—Why has such a revolution taken place within the last few years with regard to boating colours at the School ? That some reform. was desirable all will admit, but it seems to me that the steps taken

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have been in the wrong direction . It would, I think, be a great improvement if the two boarding-houses and the day boys had one colour each, common to all their boats, the rank of the boat being denoted by a certain badge belonging to that rank, and that rank alone . A feasible plan, and one which has, I believe, been followed till very lately, is the following :—The regatta boat may wear white cross-keys on a chocolate shield ; senior boats, cross-keys on a shield of any other colour ; junior boats cross-keys without a shield (or a shield with some other device) ; and third boats, cross-oars or something of that kind, of course with no shield . Even this seems somewhat of an indulgence, for it allows to Junior House Boats what Second School (much less House) elevens and fifteens are not allowed . But contrast this with the existing state of things. Every boat in the School sports a different colour ; only one of the three Senior Boats has retained the shield, while Third Boats have been allowed cross-keys, the result being that, as far as colours go, a Third Boat man is on an equality with a Senior. Surely such a chaos ought not to be allowed to exist. Yours truly, SYMMETRY.

To THE EDITORS OF THE " PETERITE. " SIR,—I see that there has been some correspondence in the Peterite in regard to the School colours . Will you allow a little space in your pages to one whose memory unfortunately goes back to a time when the School had no distinctive colours, and when, indeed, such things were scarcely known outside the Universities and Public Schools ! Having taken part in the discussion that preceded their adoption, and also in some ten or more " Old and Present " matches, my recollections on the subject may, perhaps, have some interest to the present generation which, no doubt, looks on mine as belonging to a very dim and distant past . In 1855, white flannel trowsers were the only distinctive badge of the eleven . Few, or no other boys used them, even for football, whilst rowing only became fashionable, and that in the old boats, about 1859 or 186o . In the eleven there was a tendency to white flannel shirts, but other colours were used at the pleasure of the player. It would be about 1859 that the question of distinctive colours for the eleven came up, when, as so little was known on the subject,

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and there being next to no choice, as now, of suitably coloured flannels, it became a matter of election between light and dark blue, and, the sympathy of the majority being with Cambridge, the lighter colour was chosen, the idea of any impropriety in the choice never occurring to any one. At first, light blue shirt and cap, and trowsers with one stripe of same colour were worn, and these continued to be the recognised uniform as long as I can remember. There was no boating or football uniform at the time I speak of, but in regard to boating there was a natural tendency towards white, and I am inclined to think there was the same tendency in the cricket . There may have been a cricket uniform before 1855, but I cannot remember hearing of it. PRJETERITUS.

To THE EDITOR OF THE " PETERITE . " an Old Boy, I was surprised and grieved at the announcement in your last issue, that it had been decided to change the colours of the cricket XI, simply to bring them into harmony with the XV colours . I should like to know, and I am sure most Old Boys will feel with me, on what authority the change has been made . It surely cannot be that the remnant of last year 's XI—five in number, I believe—have taken the responsibility of such a step on their own shoulders, or that the powerful arguments of " Cricketer," in your January issue, " who has done his best to find out all about them," apparently in the unfathomable depths of his own inner consciousness, " but can't quite see why blue and white should belong to the XI," etc ., can have influenced them in such a choice . However the difference of colour may have arisen, there can be no doubt that the XV have played in chocolate and white, and the XI in blue and white, within the memory of living Peterites, and the colours are widely known, and I hope meet with the respect they deserve . Hoping to see the XI once more in the old blue and white, and with best wishes for a prosperous season .—I remain, TORY . SIR,--As

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NOTES AND ITEMS.

L. HUTCHINGS was bracketed troxime accessit in the open Mathematical

Scholarship at Clare. T . P. CLARKE and G. BARDSLEY, O .P ., have been elected to the two

open Elland Scholarships. T . P . CLARKE has been elected to a Sub-Sizarship at Trinity College, Cambridge. R. D . C . RosE, O .P ., has passed the 1st Professional at Edinburgh University. E . PROCTER has passed, with distinction, the Preliminary Examination at Edinburgh University. J . E . GOFTON and H . W. ALLAN have been elected Captain and Secretary respectively for next Football Season. H . W . RHODES, Worcester, and A . WADE, All Souls', Oxford, have passed 2nd Class, and W . G . Wilson, Worcester, 3rd Class in the Classical Moderations School. H . W . RHODES and W . G . WILSON played in the later matches of the season for York 1st F. C ., in the respective capacities of -1. and .1-, greatly distinguishing themselves, and winning for themselves the admiration of the York populace. The Old Boys match will, as usual, be played on June 29th . O .P's. wishing to take part are requested to apply to H . W . ALLAN. THE EDITORS beg to acknowledge the receipt of the following contemporaries—" Lorrettonian " (I) ; " Ulula " ; " Penn Charter Magazine " (2) .

THE

PFTI'RITE Von. X .

JULY, 1887 .

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EDITORIAL. T is with the deepest regret that we have to announce that at the

I end of this term our headmaster, the Rev . H . M . Stephenson, will sever his connection with the School . His loss will be deeply felt by all connected with St . Peter' s, and it will be hard, indeed, to find a successor who will perform the arduous duties of headmaster with the zeal and success which have attended his efforts . During the fifteen years for which he has filled that post, the School has made steady progress, and considering its size, no school has been more uniformly successful in winning University distinctions than St . Peter' s . All, we are sure, who have been instructed by him, will concur with us in testifying to the pains and labour which he has bestowed upon then, and the personal interest which he takes in each one of his pupils. But essential as this is, it is not all that is required of the headmaster of a public school . Play, as well as work, forms an important factor in school life, and no headmaster who has the true welfare of his school at heart, can afford entirely to neglect this most important part of school training . That Mr . Stephenson took an active interest in his pupils out of school as well as in it, all who have ever taken part in the games can testify, and he spared neither time nor labour to assist in promoting those movements which tended to the honour of the School, or the improvement of its members . In the theatricals, especially, he took an unflagging interest, and many of our most successful actors are indebted to him, in a great measure, for the triumphs they achieved . In conclusion, we thank both him and Mrs. Stephenson in the name of all Past and Present Peterites for their uniform kindness, and their untiring efforts to advance the good of the School, and of each individual member of it, and sincerely hope that a long and happy life may be in store for them .

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CARDS. HERE are very few subjects that may not suggest almost infinite

T fields of speculation . On my present topic it is probable that

much might be found to say ; for instance, about the card which saves us from the hard necessity of seeing our dear friends ; the card—dirty often, and suggestive of filthy lucre—that has borne its part on many a green baize battlefield ; the card which not too modestly sets forth the merits of this chimney-sweep, or of that milkman ; and perhaps even railway tickets and cartes-de-visite might serve as the text for no little excellent discourse. But I conjure the reader not to be alarmed ; all this discourse I shall leave to his fancy . I am not going to initiate him into the manufacture of cardboard, nor the mysteries of " following suit " or "returning leads ; " nor yet into the intricacies of social etiquette : all I have to say is about that particularly engrossing sort of card that at certain seasons of the year turns our shop windows into a sort of artificial flower garden, and by whose kindly medium a regular tide of love flows to and fro. To begin at the beginning, and, Darwin-like, to trace back the parentage of our card from its earlier stages, as Cowper does in evolving his sofa from the rudimentary stool, would be no difficult matter. From very early times that most benign of saints and bishops, Valentine, has lent his yearly sanction to the open utterance of bashfully burning secrets that at other times struggled in vain for utterance. Then it was that the coy maiden loved to melt ; then, still more, that the diffident swain strove to remedy that lamentable lack of words that formed at other times his worst and sorest obstacle. But the schoolmaster was abroad, the march of intellect had begun and soon the written letter, much laboured and long pondered over, but still a medium through which one might reckon upon being able to say out one's say—such as it was—began to take the place of mere oral vagueness and uncertainty . This, too, as I lodge began more duly to appreciate the arduous nature of his undertaking, gave way in turn to a form of missive at once more impressive and less exacting . When it was found that suitable and appropriate sentiments, all ready written, nay printed, could be easily bought, then what throes of composition, what distressful "fevers of the brow " were happily and for ever allayed !

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Such, twenty years ago, was the only recognised sort of card that struck a periodic terror into the soul of the burdened postman . The printer, alas ! was often no poet, though Hodge thought he was ; and the missive took in time the form of a fulsome expression of stale devotion, printed on shining silvery paper, with some lace and tawdry flowers around it, and a conventional pair of hearts carried butcher-like on a skewer, by a naked, winged boy, who ever pointed archly to a church in the distance . There were also varieties which took the shape of a cardboard box full of elaborate rubbish, or else of a coarse and meaningless caricature, emanating from a spirit decidedly uncupidlike. Such were the means, 0 ! juvenile reader, which your grandfather used to thaw the icy heart of your grandmother, or with which he expressed his bitter resentment against those others that, but foi this—who knows ?—might have been your grandfathers. Does anyone send the old-fashioned trumpery now, I wonder? Does any anxious lover ponder in these days whether to buy this scented compliment at sixpence, or to attest the greater power of his adoration by purchasing that splendidly embossed rhapsody of love for a shilling? But why not ? We cannot all make poetry, and we can all buy it . What though it is hard to fancy an Anacreon having recourse to the ready-made love lyrics of some trading bard, at, say, an obolus or so per line ; yet if every one were like him and made their own soft effusions for themselves, pray, what is to become of our Anacreons in these days, with no one to buy their wares ? Yet whether we and the Anacreons like it or not, there is little doubt that the time of the good honest valentine is past, that besought the fair, in plain set terms, to "let my love thy pity move, " et cetera . The age-spirit is against it, and has decreed its abolition ; not, however, without giving us something in its place, for nature always adheres to her law of compensation. It is now a good many years since a publisher, who was either very prudent or very lucky, hit upon a novelty, simpler, neater, more attractive than our old friend the valentine, while at the same time its ostensible claims were less open to objection and cavil. The pure Platonic Christmas-card charmed everyons . The lazy hailed it because it saved letter writing the actively-emotioned because it offered a fresh chance of being demonstrative ; the foe to Cupid, because it meant nothing ; and the votary of Cupid, because it might mean everything ; the aesthetic, because it was so sweetly artistic ; the

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silly, because it was new ; and the wise—well perhaps the wise were not quite so much charmed as the rest, and so got called cynical, as often happens . And then the New Year ' s card, its twin sister, was speedily welcomed with it . The Birthday card, too, was a happy and tasteful device for avoiding the external sameness of the old " many happy returns ; " and it, too, was soon popular with all but these same wise, cynical people . And then there came the Easter card ; then how many more kinds of cards I do not know, and the cynics began to say that they objected to the card movement altogether, because it had a tendency to encroach with no visible limit. There seems, in truth, without being cynical, little doubt that such a fashion may so overgrow, and, in fact, has so overgrown, the limits o f good sense as partially to defeat its own objects . What these limits are, is not, perhaps, so plain . In theory, however, it is true of these pretty trifles, as of gifts and presents in general, that the more their number is increased the less meaning do they individually convey to the receiver, and the greater burden do they become collectively to the giver . In scientific phrase, their number varies directly as their cost, and inversely as their intrinsic value . There is plainly a point of multiplication beyond which such gifts begin to mean less and less. The only thing that comes to be noticed about them is their mission, and from this point onwards they tend to become more oppressive and useless. Suppose, for instance, that the sweetly emotional " young thing," who exults because she has received fifty cards last Christmas, not to mention other seasons, has on the whole sent off about the same number . Now it would take a very large-hearted man or woman, and a very fortunate one too, to have fifty dear and intimate friends, though it would perhaps be possible to have five . So that while five missives might be both sent and received with something like genuine goodwill, and without saying more than can be felt on either side, the fifty must, in general, become both a distressing tax on the sender's patience, and a no less distressing satire on the genuineness of their own professions. So at least say the cynics, and to some extent one cannot but think the cynics are right and have common-sense on their side . But commonsense when opposed to sentiment has a hard battle to fight . That it may not be at such a grievous disadvantage as it is in that battle, is one of the boons which the popular worship of false sensibility and morbid sentiment seems likely to long withhold from us . Our hope,

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however, lies in a still lower tendency of human nature—cards will probably soon go out of fashion . A . Al.

SCHOOL LETTER. E have by this time got well into the Cricket Season, and the

W merits of the Eleven have been fairly tested. Of the seven

matches played, four have been won, two lost, and one drawn. Considering the strong clubs we are playing this year, this result is very satisfactory. The batting is very strong and will, before the end of the season, be considerably stronger, while the bowling, though not particularly formidable, has the merits of straightness and variety. The fielding, however, has not, so far, been so satisfactory . Several of the team seem to have revived a habit, which we hoped had grown into disuse, of allowing catches to go through their hands . Such a habit is fatal to the interests of the team and greatly diminishes the probability that we shall win any considerable proportion of our matches . We may mention that in both of the matches which we have lost, we were without the services of Jackson, which goes a long way towards accounting for at least one of them. The Second Eleven promises to be pretty strong, and as there are nine matches already arranged, it behoves all aspirants to the dignity of a place in it to exert themselves to the utmost to perfect themselves in every department of the game. Our readers will, we are sure, all join with us in regretting that we are, at the end of the term, to lose Mr . Routh. During the fourteen years that he has been at St. Peter's, lie has earned for himself an universal and thoroughly well-deserved popularity, and lie has never failed to take a lively personal interest in all that concerns the School and its members . He was a consistent supporter of all our institutions, and in particular of the Debating Society, and will, we fear, be hard indeed to replace . We wish him every success and prosperity in his new position .

CRICKET. SIX v . NEXT THIRTEEN. This annual match was played on i12ay the 17th and 19th, and ended in a draw, greatly in favour of the 1st Six . For the Six, the 1sT

Igo

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brothers Procter displayed good cricket with the bat, while the bowling was shared by Whaley, Jackson, and Allan . For the Thirteen, Gofton, Leaf, and Wilson batted well, while all the wickets fell to the bowling of Gofton . NEXT IST INNINGS . J . II . G . Wilson, run out G . V. Birks, b Jackson . . J . F . Leaf, run out H . Metcalfe, c Mitchell, b Jackson R . Crosthwaite, 1> Whaley A . Hudson, b Whaley . . T . P,ennett, run out J . E . Gofton, c Whaley, b Allan DI . Napier, run out F . C Crowther, b Whaley G . Chihnan, b Allan D . Naylor, not out W . Carter, b Whaley . . Extras . . Total

THIRTEEN. io 2 4 3 I 3 2 ro I 9 4 3 3 9 64

2ND INNINGS. c Procter, b Jackson . . 8 b Allan 9 b Jackson 4 c Mitchell, b Allan . . 6 I i . F . Chadreick (sub), nut out I b Whaley . . 4 c Jackson, b Allan . . 9 c Jackson, b Allan . . n run out 7 b Allan 6 b Jackson 2 b Jackson 0 U Allan 0 Extras . . 10 . Total

86 .

FIRST SIX. IST INNINGS. E. Procter, b Gofton H. W. Allan, run out .. W . K . Procter, not out .. 11 . Jackson, 1 b w, b Gofton F. Mitchell, b Gofton .. O . W. Whaley, ht wkt, b Gofton Extras . . .. Total

2ND INNINGS. 19 not out 13 21 not out 7 8 0 To Extras . . 78

21 2S ':

Total (for no Rkts) 49

v- N . R . ASYLUM. This, the first match of the Season, was played on the Asylum ground on May 26th, and resulted in a victory for the School by 25 runs . We won the toss and opened our innings with E . Procter and Allan, to the bowling of Nicholson and Leckenby . The score was slowly raised by steady play, and Twineham relieved Leckenby . Allan was bowled at 29 . E. Procter was caught at the wicket with the score at 51, after playing extremely well for 25 . No one now stayed long until Crosthwaite came in, but when he and Napier got together, scoring was rapid, almost entirely from Napier's bat . When these two were separated, the innings soon ended for 92 . The Asylum began with

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Johnson and Rudd, the latter of whom was bowled in Jackson's first over . Johnson and Twinellam were also bowled by Jackson, after scoring r 1 and io respectively . Nicholson scored 29 before being bowled by a splendid ball from Mitchell, but the rest were soon disposed of, and the innings ended for 67 . Jackson and Mitchell bowled well for the School, Mitchell's analysis being especially worthy of notice. SCHOOL. 1I . \V. Allan, b Twineham E. Procter. c Bone . b Twineham . . W . K . Procter, b Twineham H . Jackson, b Nicholson . . J . E . Gofton, b. Nicholson F . Alitchell, h Twineham . . R. Crosthwaite . c Law, b Nicholson J . F. Leaf, b Nicholson DL Napier, c Rudd, b Nicholson . . T. W . M . Bennett, not out A . Hudson, c Rudd b Tate Extras . .

9 25 7 5

I' o 3 o 24 7 I Io 92

ASYLUM. E . Johnson, b Jackson C . E . Rudd, b Jackson G . Twineham, b Jackson . . W . R . Nicholson, b Mitchell J . Bone. lbw, b Jackson J . S . Law, c E. Procter, b W . K . Procter W . Smith, not out . . C . Tate, run out T. Leckenby, c Napier, b Mitchell H . Aluchall, b Mitchell S. Bryant, b Dlitchell Extras . .

11 o Io 29 3 o 4

I I o

0 8 67

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Runs . ovens . Maidens . Jackson 1s 9 26 2 14 Gofton 6 17 W . K . Procter 6 1 2 Mitchell 5 .4 2

Wickets. 4 0

1 4

v . ST . JOHN'S COLLEGE .—JUNE IST. Played on the School Ground, and resulted in a decisive victory for St . Peter ' s by I wicket and 74 runs . St . John ' s, having won the toss, elected to bat first ; but thanks to the excellent bowling of Whaley and Jackson, backed up by close and smart fielding they were all dismissed

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for 47 . The School were first represented by Allan and E . Procter. The former was unfortunate enough to be thrown out from cover point, and Procter soon followed, being caught at slip in attempting to lilt to leg. When AV . Procter and Gofton became associated they soon put a new aspect on the game . Gofton played very steadily, though generally availing himself of an opportunity when one presented itself, but to Procter all bowling seemed to come alike . After raising the score from 12 to 86, the pair were at last parted, Gofton being caught and bowled for a well played 24 . Procter was soon after run out for a finely hit 50 . After this no one offered any very vigorous opposition to the bowling except Mitchell, who at call of time was not out 15. Score ST. JOIIN'S. J . A . Marrmaton, run out . . G. Bott, b Whaley . . . J . G . Swaine, b Whaley W . Clough, c Napier, b Jackson . . IV . Wilson, b Whaley F . W . Smith, b Whaley II . cm-' en ' c Gofton, b Whaley . . F . Styche, run out . . J . B . Smith, not out B . Dry, b Whaley . . A, Dolton, c Gofton, b Whaley . . Extras . .

o 17 0 I I

6 o 4 1 I

o 4 3 47

Total ST . PETER'S. H. Allan, run out . . E. Procter, c Styche, b Bolton W. Procter, run out J . Gofton, c & b Swaine . . H . Jackson, c Styche, b Swaine . . F. Mitchell, not out M . Napier, c Dry, b Smith . .. J . Wilson, b Swaine R . Crosthivaite, run out . . J . Leaf, c F . Smith, b Swaine 0 . Whaley, not out . . Extras . .

o ii 50 24

3 15 I

... .. .

. .. ..

7 5 o o 5

Total (for 9 wkts) 121 BOWLING ANALYSIS. Maiden ; . Runs, Overs . <_ 17 5 II . Jackson 3 :2 O .W .Whaley 16 - I

Wickets. 1 7

1 93

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v . RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL-JUNE- 4TH. Played on the School ground, and after a very even and exciting game ended in a victory for St . Peters by 12 runs only . The Ripon Captain winning the toss, elected to put his opponents in first, and we were represented at the wickets first by Procter and Allan, to t11e bowling of Dixon and Bryant . Play was very steady for an over or two and then Allan was neatly caught at slip before he had opened his account. W . Procter joined his brother, but after m .tking 3 he had his leg stump dislodged by a shooter from Dixon . Gofton succeeded, and he and Procter played very steadily . By slow degrees the score rose to 25, at which point Procter was well taken at the wicket for a very useful 16 . Jackson played one or two overs very well, and was then taken at slip in attempting to hit to leg . Soon after Mitchell's arrival Gofton was clean bowled by Ragg for an excellent defensive innings of 17 . At 48 Mitchell played a ball from his foot on his wicket. Of the rest Crosthwaite was the only one to give much trouble, and but for one possible chance his innings was a very good one . The catch that dismissed Napier is worthy of mention. Requiring 7o runs to win, Ripon sent in Dixon and Richmond to face the bowling of Jackson and Whaley . As in the St . Peter's innings scoring was very slow, and at 7 a good catch at point dismissed Richmond . The bowling was very straight and the fielding excellent, so that runs were very difficult to make . With the score at 40 for five wickets a change was tried, Procter and Mitchell superseding Jackson and Whaley . This dismissed Ragg, who had batted very steadily, and soon afterwards a smart catch at point got rid of Bryant, whose 16 was a very good and plucky innings . After this the end soon came, and we were left winners of a very good match by 12 runs . The bowling of Jackson and Procter, and the fielding of the whole team were very good. ST. PETER'S. H . Allan, c . Dixon, b Bryant o 16 E. Procter, c Tupman, b Bryant . . W. Procter, b Dixon 3 J . E . Gofton, b Ragg 17 6 H . C . Jackson, c Day, b Bryant . . 8 F. Mitchell, b Ragg 4 J . G. Wilson, b Bryant R. Crosthwaite, not out 7 o Al . Napier, c Danks, b Ragg 3 O . W . Whaley, b Ragg o T . W. Bennett, b Ragg Extras 4 68

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1 94

RIPON. S . Dixon, c Gofton, b Jackson J . Richmond, c Allan, b Jackson . . E . Danks, run out . . H . Pullen, c and b Jackson C . Bryant, c Jackson, b Mitchell . . J . Tupman, b Jackson R . S . Ragg, c E . Procter, b W . Procter . . It . Tupman, run out W . Wrangham, c Jackson, b W . Procter J. R . Hill, b W. Procter . . .. J. G . Battram, not out _ Extras . .

.. 6 .. 2 .. 6 4 16 3 6

2 I o 2

8 56

BOWLING ANALYSIS. 0 . Whaley H . Jackson W . Procter F. Mitchell

Overs . 13

Maidens . 4

14 5 4.2 1 4 1 W. Procter bowled a wide .

Runs . 16 17 4 9

Wickets. 0

4 3 1

v . LONDESBOROUGH PARK .—JUNE 7TH. Played on the School ground, and resulted in a draw greatly in favour of Londesborough as, with only one wicket to fall, we were. 131 runs to the had when time was called . This result might have been considerably modified had our fielding been at all decent. Hitherto the eleven have fielded very well, but in this match the display was something atrocious . No less than seven catches were missed in the long field, and it was not until Jackson was sent out that a catch was brought off there. The Londesborough captain, having won the toss, sent in IV . Usher and Harbour to face the deliveries of Whaley and Jackson . A description of the innings would be painful . Its main features there, the hard hitting of Brown and Siddall, and the number of catches that were missed . Jackson, in particular, was very hardly used, and if all the chances had been accepted that were offered off his bowling he would have had a very good analysis. When the School went in the batsmen seemed considerably disconcerted by the pace of the bowling . DIitchell played in very good style, but foolishly ran himself out when well set . The last two batsmen managed to play time out, and saved us from certain defeat .

19 5

CRICKET . LONDESBOROUGH PARK. W. A. Usher, b Jackson . . .. . . W. Harbour, run out . . .. . . J . Wreghitt, b Whaley W. Brown, b Gofton A . N . Young, c E . Procter, b W . Procter A . Siddall, b Gofton G. Cobb, c Mitchell, b Whaley . . H. B . Young, not out H . Usher, e Jackson, b Gofton . . E . W . Usher, b Whaley . . J . Edgar, c E . Procter, b Jackson Extras

. . 22 12

o 56 18 36 12 2

4 o 9 2I 190

ST . PETER'S. H . Allan, b Siddall E . Procter, b IL Usher W. Procter, b IL Usher . . J . E . Gofton, c Ifarbour, b II . Usher II, Jackson, c Siddall, b H . Usher F . Mitchell, run out R . Crosthwaite, b A . Siddall J . G . Wilson, b II . Usher . . DI . Napier, c Wreghitt, b II . Usher 0 . \v . Whaley, not out .. . A . Hudson, not out Extras

0 4 8 ..

0 2 20

o 6 7 o o I2

Total (for 9 wickets) 59 BOWLING ANALYSIS. Overs . Maidens. Runs . 0 . w . Whaley 1 4 . 4 4 34 H . Jackson 24 4 59 W . Procter 6 0 27 F. Mitchell 4 0 22 J . E . Gofton 10 3 25

Wickets. 3 2

1 0

NVELHAM .—JUNE 14TH. Played at Welhatn, and resulted in a sound thrashing for the School by 14o runs and two wickets . Though we could hardly have hoped for success against the strong combination which was brought against us, still, had the fielding been anything short of execrable, we might have made a much better show . The regularity with which fellows dropped catches, and allowed balls to go straight between their legs, might have led a spectator, uninitiated in the mysteries of the game, to imagine that that was the chief object in cricket, and it may interest those who represented us on this occasion to know that we earned the reputation of being the worst team in the field that ever appeared on the Welham ground . F' .

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The School having won the toss elected to bat, and were all dismissed on an excellent wicket for 84 . The best batting was done by W . Procter and Crosthwaite, of whom the former played in really brilliant form, while Crosthwaite showed sound defence. When Welham went in to bat, our real weakness soon began to reveal itself. Two catches were missed off Mitchell's first over, and two off Whaley ' s second, and the first pair of batsmen, who between them made 57 runs, ought not to have made much above 7 . Under such circumstances it was only to be expected that a large total would be compiled, and in spite of various changes in the bowling, and considerable alterations in the position of the fielders, we had only succeeded in dismissing eight of our opponents when time was called . The total number of catches dropped was nine. ST . PETER'S. H . Allan, b Tinsley E . Procter, c Tinsley, b Bulmer . . W . Procter, c and b Tinsley J. E . Goftou, b Tinsley F . Mitchell, lbw b Horsley J . Wilson, c Williamson, b Horsley R . Crosthwaite, not out M . Napier, c Baker, b Horsley . . W . Bennett, run out 0 . W . Whaley, b Balser . . A . Hudson, b Balser Extras

5 4 20 2

II 3 9 6 I

5 3 15 84

WELHAM. E . Parsons, e Napier, b Gofton . . T. Baker, b W. Procter . . A . Brown, c and b W. Procter . . A . Tinsley, run out ... N. Williamson, c Allan, b W . Procter J . Taylor, c Mitchell, b W . Procter A . Cayley, c Napier, b E . Procter J . Bulmer, lbw b P,ennett . . W. Horsley, not out G. Estill, not out . . F . Smithson, to bat. Extras . .

29 28

5 . .

53 50 II I 17 19

o II

224 The bowling analysis was not kept.

v . CLIFTON .—JUNE 16TH. Played on the School ground . The School having won the toss elected to bat, and were, as usual, first represented by Allan and

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E . Procter . By steady cricket the score was raised to 2S before Procter was unfortunate enough to be caught at the wicket . After this no one showed particularly brilliant form, perhaps the best being Metcalfe, and the innings closed for 71 . Rowntree ' s bowling is worthy of mention, lie obtaining eight wickets for 22 runs . The Clifton innings was not of very long duration . The fielding was in marked contrast to what we have seen in the last two matches, but it must be confessed the fielders had not much work given them to do . Whaley and IV. Procter bowled unchanged, and both obtained excellent analyses. ST. PETER'S. II . Allan, b Rowntree .. . . E. Procter, c IIaigh, b Rowntree W . Procter . lbw b Stansfield J . E . Gofton, c Stansfield, h Rowntree F. Mitchell, b Rowntree . . R. Crosthwaite, b Rowntree J. G . Wilson . b Rowntree . . 'I . Napier, b Rowntree . . . . J. F . Leaf, c Stansfield, b Rowntree 11 . Nletcalf, not out O . W . Whaley . run out Extras . .

. .

.. I I 17 o

. .

6 o 5 . . o o 8 S 15 7I

CLIFTON. J . Haigh . c W . Procter . b Whaley S. IIodgson, b W . Procter J . Law, b W . Procter R . Cowle, b Whaley J . Rowntree, mgt out R . Falkner, b Procter C . Brogden . b Whaley J. Stansfield, c E . Procter, b \Vhaley J . IIaigh, 1) Whaley R . Dawson c 1; . Procter, b W . Procter . . R. Lamb, b W . Procter . . Extras

3 o o o 1,

I o o 2 o 3 6 29

BOWLING ANALYSIS. W . Procter 0 . Whaley D.

Overs . 7 6

'Maidens . 1

Run ;, 14

Wickets. 5

RIPON SCHOOL . — JUNE

1S'1'11.

This return match was played on the Ripon ground, and after a very even and exciting game, resulted in a win for the home team by 6 runs . The bowling of Ragg, who obtained seven wickets for 31 runs, and the batting of Danks and Battram, who raised the score

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from 20 for six wickets to 61 for seven, were the main factors in Ripon ' s success . The York team threw away several runs by carelessness, and though no actual mistakes were made, the fielding of several members of the eleven got decidedly slack . Our great weakness however, was the want of change bowling . and without at all wishing to detract from the merit of our opponent's performance, we cannot help thinking that had we had the assistance of Jackson, the result would have been different. St . Peters having won the toss, elected to bat . The main features of the innings were the defence shown by Allan, who batted half-anhour for his " duck, " and the brilliant hitting of W . Procter, who scored 35 out of 44 while he was at the wickets . Later on in the innings Whaley and Napier made a useful stand . Several of our batsmen were very unlucky in the way they were dismissed . The fielding of the Ripon team was close and smart, and we should do well to imitate it. The Ripon innings began very auspiciously . With only one run scored, \V . Procter dismissed Richmond, and at the same total Dixon and Tupman had to leave . Six wickets were down for zo runs, when Danks and Battram got together, and by careful batting considerably altered the aspect of the game . Whaley and Procter were replaced by Mitchell and Gofton, but the only effect of this change was to increase the rate of rungetting, and the original bowlers had soon to resume again with the result that at 61 Danks was caught by Mitchell off Procter, and at 64 Battram shared a similar fate . At 72, Tupman was caught at point off Whaley, and then in Procter's next over, Ligertwood and Hill made 8 runs and won the match for Ripon amidst loud applause . Procter and Whaley bowled very well, but the want of an efficient change bowler was severely felt Scores : ST . PETEP.'S. II . Allan, b Ragg . . E. Procter, b Ragg . . W . Procter, b Ragg J . E. Gofton, li Ragg F. Mitchell, b Dixon R. Crosthwaite, hit wicket, b Dixon J. G . Nilson, c Richmond, b Dixon O . W. Whaley, c Dixon, b Ragg . . H. Metcalfe, c Richmond, b Ragg M . Napier, b Ragg . . G. V . I3irks, not out Extras

o o 35 I 6 I 16

9 o 3 75

1 99

CRICKET . RIPON. S . Dixon, c E Procter, b Whaley . . J . Richmond, c Ditchell, b W . Procter . . 1 . Tupman, b W . Procter . . C . Bryant, c and b W . Procter . . R. S . Ragg, b Whaley E . Danks, c Mitchell, b W. Procter . . W . Wrangham, b Whaley . . J . Battram, c Mitchell, b W . Procter K . Tupman, c Allan, b Whaley . . T . Ligertwood, b Whaley . . J . R . Hill, not out . . Extras

I o o I1 . .

1 22

4 17 7 9 4 5 81

L'OWLING ANALV SIS. S 'r . PETER 'S .—IST INNINGS. Maidens . Runs . 20 4 34

Wickets.

Oers . Ragg Bryant Dixon

RIPON .—ISP INNINGS.

W . Procter Whaley Mitchell Gofton

Ocers. 17 19.3

Maidens. 4

Runs .

Wickets.

5 5

20 II

SECOND ELEVEN HATCHES. v . ST . OLAVE'S SCHOOL .—MAY 26TH. This match resulted in a win for the School by two wickets, after a their Very close game. On the 1st innings the School had matters mostly own way, but on the 2nd nearly succumbed to their opponents' bowling. ST . PETER'S. IST INNINGS.

D . Naylor, b West S. 0 . Bingham, b West G. V. L'irks, b Crawford H. Metcalfe, b Crawford F. C. Crowther, c Tonge, b Crowther .. G. Chilman, b Crawford .. W. Carter, c Tonge, b Crawford N . L. Hood, b Crawford C . Whaley, run out F. McClellan, not out . . F . Al . Bingham, c and b West Extras . .

2ND INNINGS.

8 b Crawford . . 2 b Crawford . . 3 b Crawford 8 b West 7 b Crawford . . 3 c and b Crawford 3 b Nest .. j not out o b Nest I not Out o to bat. 6 Extras 42

3 O

o • • 2

.. o o 4 2 0 I I

(For 8 wickets) 13

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200

ST . OLAVE'S. IST INNINGS . Hudson, b Carter Cadman, b \Metcal re Crawford (2) run out . . West, b Carter . . Crawford (1) b Carter . . Watson, b Carter Allan, c and b Metcalfe Tonge, run out . . Buchanan, b Metcalfe . . Cockroft, c Hood, b Metcalfe . . Watson, not out Extras . .

2ND INNINGS. o c McClellan, b Nletcalfc 4 c Crowther, b Carter o lbw b Metcalf 1 b Crowther o b Carter 2 b Metcalfe 1 b Carter o b 'Metcalfe i not out o b Metcalfe o b Carter Extras . . 3 12

I 2 o 25 4 o

o 0 I o 0. 9 42

z,. FLMFIELD COLLEGE .—JUNE ISTH. This match, which was played on the home ground, resulted in a defeat for the School . The School was inferior in bowling, and though their fielding, so long as there was a chance of winning, left very little to be desired, it fell off very much at the end, the last two wickets of E'lmfield College adding over 3o runs to the score. ST. PETER'S. D . Naylor, b Procter F . C . Crowther, b Freear . . A . Hudson, b Procter T. W. NI . Bennett, run out J . F . Leaf, c Ickringill, b Procter . . \V. Carter, c Swales, b Glosby C. Lovell, b Procter A . Crosthwaite, lbw b Procter F. M . Bingham, not out . . N . L . Hood, c Procter, b Ward . . A . C Clarke, run out Extras

2 c 6 II I 12 2 I 3 o 9 14 61

ELNIFIELD COLLEGE. Simpson, c and b Crowther Jackson, c and li Bennet . . IIowarth . run out . . Procter, c Clarke, b Carter Freear, hit wicket, b Lovell Rymer, c Clarke, b Crowther Thoseby, not out . . Swalcs, b IIudson . . Ickringill, b Crowther Wares, b P,ennet . . Miller, b Clarke Extras . .

22 o 3 IS 4 o 13 8 o 9 4 13 94

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CAMBRIDGE LETTER. ~j`O be called upon to write a Cambridge Letter at this of all times of j the year, is a most unwelcome task . As soon as one is liberated from the torture of examinations, and is looking forward eagerly to the coming festivities, those ruthless editors of the Petei-ite require a Cambridge Letter " by return of post," of course . It is hard to see how even a Peterite Editor can be capable of such an enormity, when feast, concert, and ball fill up one ' s time from morn till eve. The May Races Of 1887, the first under the new rules, are now a (natter of history . Trinity Hall maintained their positon at the head of the river without being pressed by Third Trinity, who were, however, about as fast a crew. The most successful crew in the Second Division was King's, who, mainly through Orford ' s efforts, went up every night. Corpus, in which Fausset was rowing bow, made two bumps, and is now in the First Division . Pembroke 3, stroked by Crawshaw, went up the first night, but were unfortunately bumped by King's on Monday night, when they were within a few feet of Cavendish. As regards Cricket, most of the matches have been drawn, one being won, v . C . I . Thornton' s XI, and one lost, v . Gents of England. In the Inter- ' Varsity match at Lords, we seem to have good hopes of success, though the uncertainty of cricket forbids us to think victory more than possible. The ' Varsity, for the first time in her history, has produced four Senior Wranglers in the year. Alan Grey and Dr . Naylor have been giving organ recitals at Trinity Chapel. J . L . Toole paid us a visit a short time ago, and notwithstanding the intense heat, the theatre was crowded, every seat being taken several clays beforehand. Here my weary head fails to think of more, and the candle's feebly flickering flame bids me cease and seek the land of dreams.

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CORRESPONDENCE. THE CRIChET ELEVEN COLOURS. TO THE EDITORS OF THE " PETF.RITE . " SIPS,—As the fragment remaining over from last year ' s Eleven have, in opposition to what is, I believe, the general wish of Peleiiles, altered the School cricket colours to chocolate and white, on the ground that the latter are the real School colours, may I be allowed to put before them three facts, which they might have learnt for themselves by a little careful enquiry : (i.) In 1864 the Eleven played in all blue shirts, and at that time the School had no football proper ; and certainly no football colours. (ii.) In 1866 these colours were altered to blue and white stripes, which lasted till this year. (iii.) In 187 or 1876 the School determined on having some football colours, instead of playing in ordinary white singlets as they were then in the habit of doing, and they fixed on chocolate and white as being different to the cricket. I hope that, now that the Cricket Conmittee have heard the actual facts as to the colours, they will not persist in an innovation which I know to be most distasteful to the generality of Old Pelerites . I may add that Ivy authorities for the above statements are Old Poys who were at the School at the times stated, and one of whom was a member of the team that selected chocolate and white for the football colours. I am, yours truly, GEORGE H . EYRE .

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I should like to offer a short explanation of the conduct of the remnant of last year's Eleven in changing the cricket colours which has evoked such unfavourable comment from one or two of our correspondents . The idea of assimilating the colours of the Eleven to those of the Football Fifteen was, I believe, first started last year (with whom it originated I cannot say) and seemed at that time to meet with general and almost unanimous approval_ The subject was then broached in the columns of the Peterite, and here again no voice was upraised against it . As there seemed to be such a consensus of opinion in favour of the change, the members of last year' s Eleven being the only convenable body who had any authority in the matter, were consulted, and agreed that it would be a great improvement if, as in other schools, there was one School colour and not two . Now as chocolate is the football colour and the regatta boat colour, chocolate seemed the natural colour to adopt, and it is this choice that has called forth the invective of our correspondents . The proposal was only made to meet the views of many, who, at that time, seemed to think that a definite School colour was better than two colours, neither of which can properly claim the title of School colours . Since, however, a revulsion of feeling seems to have set in, the Committee have not the slightest wish to proceed with the scheme, indeed it would be obviously wrong to do so unless the opinion in its favour was almost unanimous. I should like to add that had its opponents expressed their views a little sooner, they would have rendered the task of the Committee in doing its best to please all parties a much easier one. 0 . AV . WHALEY.

NOTES AND ITEMS. H . M . STEPHENSON, ALA ., has been appointed to the living of Bourne, near Cambridge. THE REV. AV . Rou'rx, M .A ., Senior Mathematical Master in this school, has been appointed to the Head-Mastership of Bedale Grammar School . Mr . Routh, late scholar of St . John's College, Cambridge, has, during fourteen years, filled successively the posts of junior Mathematical Master, Master of the Civil and Military Department, and Senior Mathematical Master. THE REV . CANON CAyIIDGP. (O .P .) has been appointed to the Bishopric of Bathurst, New South Wales . Canon Camidge is the son of the late well-known and highly esteemed Canon Camidge, Vicar of THE REV .

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Wakefield and Rural Dean . He was born at Nether Poppleton Vicarage, near York, and received his education at this School under the late Archdeacon Hey . Ile then proceeded to IVadham College, Oxford, taking his B .A. in 1859 and ALA . in r86r . He was ordained by the late Archbishop Longley, and licensed to the curacy of Sheffield Parish Church in i86o . In 1862 lie accepted the curacy of the Parish Church of Wakefield, where lie laboured for five years. He was then offered the Vicarage of Hcdon, which he accepted . After a period of six years of active work in this parish lie was offered, and accepted, in 1873, the Rectory of Wheldrake . He was appointed in 1876, Vicar of Thirsk where lie worked actively and successfully, and in 1883 to the Rural Deanery. A few years later he was elected Proctor for the Arch-Deaconry of Cleveland. L . HUTCHINGS has been elected to an open Mathematical Scholarship at Selwyn College, Cambridge. W. H . HOLMES (O . P .) has been bracketed for the Long Reading Prize at Durham University. 1V. G . WILSON (O .P .) has been elected Captain of the York 1st F .C. for the next season. C . E DOUGLAS passed 43rd in the Naval Engineers' Examination. REv . G . F . BROwNE, B .D ., has been elected to an Honorary Fellowship at St . Catherine ' s College, Cambridge. F . E . ROBINSON, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, has taken his degree as a junior Optime in the Mathematical Tripos. REV. H . G . Sirs was ordained Priest by the Bishop of Liverpool. REV . E. H . GREENHOW was ordained Priest by the Bishop of Durham. REV . E . S . Fos was a short time ago inducted to the living of Snaith. REV . S . WATSON, B .D ., has been appointed to the living of Stors-cum• Quy. A CONCERT will be held, in connection with the Cricket Club, in the School Hall on July the 701, to begin at 8 p.m . Several Ladies and gentlemen, and also the School Choir, will take part in it . Tickets 2s . each, may be obtained from Mrs . Stephenson, or at the Lodge, RICHARD ABBAY, ESQ ., has presented "the Castle of Knaresburgh " to the School Library. The Editors beg to acknowledge the receipt of the following magazines, "All eynian" , " ° Barrovian","Lorettonian" ( 2), "Magdalen School llagazlne" (2), 11 Penn Charter " , Stan]fordlan " , " Sutton Valence " , " Ulula'!.

THE

PF~;TN;RITN:. Vol. . IX .

SEPTEMBER, 1887 .

Nos . 69 & 70.

SCHOOL LETTER. S we look back on the last term or even the last few weeks of that

A term so many memories crowd upon us that we know not what to

say and what to leave unsaid . Much of a most eventful and interesting nature has taken place since our last "School Letter" found a place in the Peter/1e of July. So full an account is given in other parts of this number of all that has been occurring in the world here that it would be superfluous for us to make more than passing mention of it. Of course, there is one thought uppermost in our mind, and that is Mr. Stephenson 's departure . Space will not allow of us to dwell on his work in the school or of the great success which has attended it throughout the 15 years he has been Head Master . Suffice it to look at the lists of honours obtained at the Universities, with which he has been rewarded year by year, enough to see the esteem and regard that he has won for himself both among the present and past scholars of this school and in the city, to know that his time has not been wasted and that a worthy successor is no easy thing to find . Our acquaintance with Mr. Handford, who has been appointed to succeed Mr . Stephenson as Head Master is as yet small but we give him none the less a hearty welcome, knowing well of his personal abilities both as School and House Master. To leave the School for the Cricket Field we find another cricket season over . As a review of the season and the characters of the eleven are dealt with in another part of this number, it is unnecessary for us to dilate on them here . In order to assist the funds of the club, Mrs. Stephenson who has always been so ready to assist in any work connected with the school, very kindly got up a first class concert, which was held in the School Hall, on July the 7th, and of which we give a fuller account later on in this number .

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In Athletic Sports this year we were far above the average and far as we know there are not many schools of our size that can present such a list of average performances . All the events were very good with the exception perhaps of the mile in which those that entered seemed to be saving themselves for the succeeding events . We should like to urge, as has often been done, that some arrangement should be arrived at before the next Athletic Sports, which would give all that enter for them a better chance of obtaining a reward for their labours and rather equalize matters . Hitherto there have been one or two boys who have carried off a large proportion of the prizes with very little difficulty, and we can see no reason why the system of penalizing the winners of the previous season, which is so generally adopted by Athletic Clubs of the day, should not exist with us. A very pleasant part of the prize giving this year was the presentation of a Testimonial to Mr . Stephenson in the shape of a purse of . Dr . Lake, the Dean of Durham, distributed the prizes, and £200 amongst those present were the Dean of York, the Ven . Archdeacon Crosthwaite, and the Reverend Canon Fausset. We must not close without ourselves taking leave of you . We now resign our post to our successors, whom we hope may be more successful than we . Life is not made up all of success, and if we have in a degree merited your favours and approval we feel that our Editorship has not been altogether a failure . There are so many changes taking place in the school at this time that we can resign our office without reluctance, feeling that "the old order changeth and giveth place to new ."

COMMEMORATION DAY. HE Commemoration Service was held in the School Chapel, on

T Wednesday, June the 29th . The interior of the Chapel was very tastefully decorated with flowers and reflected great credit on the ladies under whose supervision the work had been carried out . There was a large attendance of the friends of the school and old boys . The first portion of the morning prayers was read by the Rev. C . R . Gilbert, and the latter portion by the Rev . W . O . F . Campbell . The lessons were read by R . Crosthwaite and O . W . Whaley . The Ven.

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Archdeacon Crosthwaite preached the sermon, taking for his text "Redeeming the time, because the days are evil" (Ephes . v . 16). After giving out his text he said, before he began his sermon, standing as they did on the eve of Mr. Stephenson ' s departure, he felt that he must say a single personal word, he felt that he must express to those present the highest sense of appreciation, not only of his great intellectual powers and culture but of the ability and true kindliness and untiring conscientiousness and consideration for others with which he had filled the position of head master of that school . He would not dwell longer on that subject in his (Mr . Stephenson ' s) presence ; he could not say more and he could not satisfy himself by saying less. He had not felt it easy to choose a subject for his sermon that day ; the text had been suggested partly by the nearness of the important changes which were to take place in the school and partly by the fact that the close of every term was a kind of milestone in a school boy's life, and that, that was especially the case that term, which naturally brought to a close the school career of some whom he was addressing ; the time was very near when some of them would go out into the world to enter upon the business for which the education received in that school was to prepare them. Proceeding with his sermon, he remarked that St . Paul in the epistle from which the text was taken wrote to young Christians living in the midst of evil . The times, in which they, to whom he was speaking lived, were full of temptation and danger, and if they blindly permitted themselves to be carried whichever way the stream might bear them, they would inevitably be borne to destruction, but if they took the will of God as their guide and set themselves to live as his servants, then the temptations of the time would be so used by them as to promote their welfare . It was the purpose of God that in evil time the Christian should gather strength, which would surely come if he steadfastly kept before him the keeping of God's will as the great aim of his life . There was no more important fact in their Christian life than the influence they exerted, and could not help exerting on each other ; it was part of God's purpose that they should mutually support and help each other, and they were to watch for and use the opportunities which God gave them from time to time . There was no lesson so important to press upon them at the outset of life as the great truth that their happiness in the future state depended upon their conduct

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in this world . He asked them to remember that this life was the schooltime to prepare them for eternity—that it was their sowing time . As truly as those who left that school were what they had become by the way they had spent their time there, and as truly as the crop was the actual and necessary fruit of the sowing, so must they all be hereafter what their lives in this world had made them . He then showed that as the temporal trials experienced in this life strengthened those who were subjected to them, so would those who desired to do God's will be benefited by the spiritual trials they experienced in their way through life . In conclusion, he urged upon them to be true to their Master in the evil days, to let their lives be lives of usefulness in this world and their trials be but discipline for nobler service in the world to come.

THE PRIZE-GIVING AND PRESENTATION. HE Prizes were distributed in the School Hall, on Tuesday, July the 26th, before a numerous gathering . The Dean of Durham presiding, and supporting the very rev . chairman were the Dean of York, the Ven . Archdeacon Crosthwaite, Canon Fausset, the Rev. W . Y . Fausset . the Rev . H . M . Stephenson, &c. The Rev. H . M . Stephenson in opening the evening said, he felt he must make some departure from the general rule and first congratulate . them on the presence that evening of the Dean of Durham, who had been so kind as to consent to distribute the prizes . He had, moreover, to apologise for the absence of his successor, who, owing to the pressure of work in connection with the examination at Uppingham found it impossible to be present . He then proceeded to give a short abstract of the reports, which we give here in full, and a list of the honours obtained during the past school year. P . E . Matheson, M .A ., Fellow of New College, Oxford, in examining Form VI . in Classics, Scripture and History reports :—In Latin the paper on the prepared books (Livy XXI . and Virgil jEneid IV .) showed careful preparation and a good style of translation, Whaley's paper deserves special mention . The Latin Grammar paper was not very well done except by Wilson ; the chief weakness was in syntax . The Latin prose was on the whole satisfactory, Wilson and Whaley showed

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some style . The Latin verse paper did not bring out striking results. Whaley's verses showed vigour, and a feeling for style and rhythm, and four out of the six others did respectably . The unprepared translation paper was well done : Whaley's work was excellent and Wilson's good. In Greek, the paper on the set book GEschylus' Agamemnon) produced the best results in the examination, the average mark being just over 75 per cent . The questions on syntax and language were well answered . All the papers showed careful teaching . The Greek Grammar paper was poorly done, but the Creek Prose Composition was good and much less marred by mistakes than the Latin Prose . In Verse Composition five out of seven did respectably, though no one but Whaley showed any special aptitude . His verses showed some power and style . The Unprepared Translation was remarkably well done on the whole, six out of nine getting over 6o per cent . of full marks . Wilson and Whaley did very well . The general style of translation showed life. In Roman History, both the paper on outlines and that on the special period were well done . There was a good general knowledge of the subject, and the more detailed questions were answered in many cases with a fulness and vigour which showed good teaching . Wilson, Crosthwaite, and A . C . Clarke deserve special mention. In Scripture the paper was very satisfactory, Crosthwaite distinguished himself most in this . The paper on the Epistle to the Romans was not quite so well done, probably owing to the difficulty of the subjectmatter. On the whole I consider the state of the Form very satisfactory. The general performance of the Form is good, and especially in Translation papers, and in History shows an advance upon last year . The work of Whaley and Wilson in different ways was excellent, and both are likely to do credit to the school . Of the other boys, T . P . Clarke, A . C . Clarke, and Leaf did steady work all round, and Cook seems to show promise . The school seems to be doing very good work. A . J . Wallis, M .A ., Fellow of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, in examined the first Division in Mathematics, reports as follows :— My general impression of the whole work is that it was excellent in the more elementary subjects—Euclid, Algebra, Arithmetic, and the earlier parts of Trigonometry, but that in those more advanced, Geometrical B

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and Analytical, Statics and Dynamics, while that of a few boys was very good, the work of a majority seemed that they had hurried through the subjects at too great a rate. In the Arithmetic paper the work was most excellent throughout; the methods employed were good and the numerical results correct. In Algebra the work was entirely good ; there was a very high standard of accuracy in the work . Both the earlier and later parts of the paper were well answered. In Euclid the propositions were for the most part written out well, and the solutions of the riders were satisfactory. In Trigonometry the answers to the earlier questions showed that a good foundation of knowledge has been laid by the majority of the class . Hutchings and Thompson showed good knowledge also of the later parts, but several showed that they had read these parts of the subject without understanding them . In this paper Hutchings obtained the magnificent mark of I47 out of a total of 150. In Mechanics and Conics it seemed also to be the case that a majority have gone on too fast with the later parts without understanding well the fundamental principles of the earlier . Several, however, wrote out the book-work of the Statics well and carefully . In these subjects however, as throughout the whole examinations, the work of Hutchings was excellent, and that of Thompson was also very good. A . C . Clarke and Allan also deserve special mention. We are sorry to be unable to give the Rev. W . Y. Fausset's report of the work of the Fifth and Upper and Lower Fourth Forms, but as the report was verbal we were dependent on the York press, whose energies seem to have flagged on that occasion, and consequently we cannot reproduce it. The Rev . G . Edmundson, M .A ., in examining the second and third divisions in Upper Civil and Lower Fourth Mathematics writes :—In the Arithmetic in Division II, the work of Leaf and Hopkins is very good. The Algebra Paper is well done, Mitchell here distinguishes himself. The Trigonometry, though scarcely a sufficient test of the knowledge of the boys, is fairly done . In the Euclid Hopkins and Leaf are again to the front . The manner of the writing out is not as neat as it should be in several instances . Sufficient space is not given and the riders are not handled successfully .

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In the Upper Civil Whaley 2 and Birks are throughout facile p-ince es in the form though considerably inferior in merit to the better boys of Division II . The Upper Civil does not appear to have done proportionately as well as last year. In Division III, Naylor 2 stands next to Leaf in general merit. The Arithmetic Paper is very well done as also the Algebra . The work of Padel and Chadwick 1 is excellent in every way, and the paper of Naylor 2 and Warwick very creditable . In Euclid Padel shews good knowledge, and there are several other satisfactory papers . The riders are fairly attempted . Writing and method however require attention in some cases. Of the Lower Fourth the Arithmetic paper is of average merit, Mawson and Peel 2 are good, but the problems are not generally well done . In Algebra the work on the whole is satisfactory, Mawson and Peel 2 do their work well and obtain good marks . The Euclid paper is not so satisfactory, Peel 2 and Mawson obtain about half marks, but the majority shew poor results . The average marks obtained is only 18% of the total . HONOURS OBTAINED 1886-1887. Rev. G . Edmundson, M .A., late Fellow of Brasenose College, Oxford, elected a Member of the Society of Dutch Literature in the University of Leyden. J . H . G . Wilson obtained leaving certificate with distinction in Greek and History. H . Bloomfield obtained the same with distinction in Mathematics. J . H . G . Wilson elected to an open Classical Exhibition at Wadham College, Oxford. O . W . Whaley, elected to an open Classical Scholarship at Cairn's College, Cambridge. J. H . G. Wilson, elected to a Hastings Exhibition at Queen's College, Oxford. C . B . Clarke, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, elected to a Spencer Scholarship at that College. J . Raine, elected to the Ellertone Entrance Scholarship at Durham University. W . H . Holmes, elected to the Classical Scholarship at Durham University .

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H . W . Rhodes, Exhibitioner of Worcester College, Oxford, Second Class in Classical Moderations. A . Wade, Bible Clerk of All Souls' College, Oxford, Second Class in Classical Moderations. L . Hutchings, elected to an Open Mathematical Scholarship at Selwyn College, Cambridge. F . E . Robinson, Junior Optime in the Mathematical Tripos. C . Douglas (C . & M . Department) successful in the competition for Cadetship in the Naval Engineers. Exhibitioner, 1887 .—Oswald William Whaley. Foundation Scholars .—Henry Darnley Naylor, Charles Frederic Padel. Free Scholars .—Redmond Garwood, M . W . Carroll and H . H. Williams. Iley Memorial Scholars .—Albert William Peel, Ernest Wrangham , Clarke. Archbishop of York's Classical Prizeman .—Oswald William Whaley. Dean of York's Mathematical Prizeman .—Lewis Hutchings. The Examines appointed by the Oxford and Cambridge School Examination Board.—P . E . Matheson, Esq ., M . A ., Fellow of New College, Oxford ; A . J . Wallis, Esq ., M .A ., Fellow of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. The Examiners for Foundation and Free Scholarships .—Rev . G. Edmundson, M. A ., late Fellow of Brasenose College, Oxford ; Rev. W . Y . Fausset, M .A ., late Scholar of Baliol College, Oxford . These gentlemen also examined the Fifth and Upper and Lower Fourth Forms and the Second and Third Divisions in Mathematics The Dean of Durham, who was loudly applauded in rising, said, that however unworthy he might be none could speak to them with more interest in regard to school-life than he could do and possibly had a right to do . It did not very often happen that a boy spent the whole of his early clays at a great pubic school . He had the singular privilege of being educated for the most of his time by Dr . Arnold . They had now greater advantages ; the theory and practice of school-life were now better understood ; but still the moral was the same . When once the character took inclination for good, then depended the good and wise treatment it received first at school and afterwards at the University.

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At school this was now very well understood . The boy must know that his happiness in life and for good depended very much upon his few years between twelve and twenty-two . Possibly a few years at the University might be years of the deepest interest, and any young man who went to Oxford, Cambridge, Durham or Victoria University having done well at school, and being determined to make the best of himself, in the highest sense of the word, at the University was sure to occupy a useful and distinguished position in life, The honours they had obtained were very great for a school of their size . Fifty years ago public schools were almost entirely for the use of the classes, but now, popular education prevailed and there was scarcely a boy who might not hope to obtain a high position in life . He trusted that the School might continue in the good course it had taken for many years now and that it would be the means of spreading an earnest love of truth and an earnest desire to be useful, and with God' s blessing to do their duties to God and man in a way which would be a glory to their country and a happiness to themselves . (Applause). The Prizes were then distributed. Lower First Form .—Rank, Shepherd ; Classics, Pickles ; Mathematics, Pickles and Shepherd ; French, Rose 2 ; Grammar Prize (given by Mr . Campbell) Shepherd. Upper First Form—Rank, Fausset and Carter 3 ; Classics, Mortimer ; Mathematics, Hudson 2 ; Dictation, Fausset ; French, Hudson 2; Second Pi ize (given by Mr . Travis) Crumbie 2 ; Grammar Prize (given by Mr . Campbell) Fausset. Second Form—Rank, Worthington ; Classics, Worthington ; Mathematics, Martin ; French, Partington. Third Form—Rank, Ellwood ; Classics, Raine ; Mathematics, Grindrod French, Crumbie i ; Dictation, Whytehead. Lower Division of the C. and Al. Department.—Rank, Napier _11Irt/a:m_atics, Hudson 1 ; Natural Science, Hudson r ; English, Laybourne ; French, Hudson 1 ; German, Bainbridge. Lower Fourth Form .—Rank, Chadwick 2 ; Classics, Chadwick 2 Mathematics, Mawson ; French, Chadwick 2 ; slIr. Yeld's History Prize, Chadwick 2 ; Geography, Mawson. Aathem_ztics—Division II, Leaf ; Division III, Naylor and Padel. Upper Division of C. a'rd At . Department.—Divinity, Hutchings Mathematics, Whaley 2 ; Natural Science, Dirks ; English, Whaley 2

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French, Thompson ; German, Whaley 2 ; Latin, Thompson ; Dictation, Thompson. Upper Fourth Form .—Rank, Proctor 2 ; Classics, Naylor, I ; French, Lane, i ; Dictation, McClellan ; Mr . Yeld's Composition, Williams. Fifth Form .—Rank, Easten ; Divinity, Young and Naylor 2; Classics, Wilkinson ; French, Procter i. Sixth Form .—Rank, O . W . Whaley ; Divinity, J . G . Wilson ; German, T . P . Clarke ; Canon Elwyn ' s Prize for Greek Testament, J . G. Wilson. Head Master's Prize for Engluhi (Sixth Form) O . W. Whaley ; Commended, J . F. Leaf, A . C . Clarke. TVriting and Dictation Prizes .—Form IV, McClellan ; Forms III and II Whytehead ; Form I, Fausset ; C. and AL Department, Thompson.

Drawing Prizes (given by IV. J. Bodily, Esq .)—Painting in Water Commended, Hood r, Laybourne ; Pencil Dr awing Prize, Chadwick r ; Commended, Martin ; Improvement Prize, Easten. The Dean of York in proposing a vote of thanks to the Dean of Durham for presiding, reiterated the remarks of Dr . Lake, with reference to the great influence which Dr . Arnold exercised in the school world, and said he believed the cordial relationship which now subsisted between masters and boys did a great deal more to maintain good discipline and draw out the best qualities and repress the undesirable qualities than the ancient discipline which had happily become nearly traditional and a thing of the past . The speaker then said, it was a great pleasure to him to feel that Dr . Lake came at his request to distribute the prizes in an institution in which he (the speaker) took such great interest as he did in that of St . Peter's School But, it was a still greater to see Dr. Lake present to give especial brilliancy by his distinguished fellowship—as a Scholar and a Fellow of Baliol, a pupil of Arnold, Dean of the Great Church of Durham, and and Warden of a Great Northern University—to the last occasion when their present Head-Master would preside over them . He was quite sure that their good friend, the Head-Master, was resigning his position there with the consciousness on the part of the body, whom he represented, of the great work which he had done for so many years. (Loud applause) . Mr. Stephenson came there to find a school rich in its traditions—a school which upon its early record had the names of Colours Prize, A . C . Clarke ;

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those who by their position in the class lists and by their University prizes testified to the able scholarship of the Head-Master and the good teaching they received . During the period he had been Head-Master then the list had continued to equal, if not surpass, the annals which had preceded . He could assure him that he carried with him to his new sphere the good wishes of them all . (Applause) . They hoped he would find in his future position all and even more than he anticipated, and that he would look back upon the past with feelings, not altogether devoid of pleasure and satisfaction . (Applause). The Yen . Archdeacon Crosthwaite seconded the vote of thanks. In doing so, he said, that he as a parent had especial reason to thank Mr . Stephenson for many acts of kindness as well as what he had done for his boys in common with other boys at that school . There was one feature in Mr . Stephenson ' s management which had struck him on that and on previous occasions, viz . :—that he had succeeded in attaching to himself the regard of the boys of the school, and especially of those who had come immediately under his own care (loud applause), and that they, when they had passed away from the school, reaped the fruits of the pains he had taken with them, and felt for him an ever strengthening affection and regard . No one could fail to see that he had done his duty by the school thoroughly . (Loud applause). The vote of thanks was then heartily adopted. The Dean of Durham in replying said, he endorsed all that had been spoken about their Head-Master, who had done his duty thoroughly to the school . He was sure Mr . Stephenson would carry with him all their hopes for his future happiness in life, and what was perhaps the best guarantee of it, the remembrance of the gratitude and affection which they evidently one and all felt . (Applause). The Rev . W . Y. Fausset said, he felt himself having a special duty to perform, unable to adequately express his thoughts at such a moment. In the first place, he really felt that he ought to have a wider hold on the subject than he possessed, because Mr . Stephenson had done so much unostentatious work in the city of which he knew little . His work in regard to the Charity Organisation and other associations was wellknown . Probably, he (Mr . Fausset) was the oldest pupil of Mr. Stephenson ' s at St . Peter's present that night and he knew he might count upon Mr . Stephenson as a life-long friend . He regarded

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Mr. Stephenson as being one of the great teachers of their o day . He then referred to Mr . Stephenson 's literary and scholas work and to the interest he took in athletic exercises of the boys . He also referred to the successful dramatic representations which had been given at the school, and again he knew how heartily the staff had worked under Mr . Stephenson . If he had told them how to work he had also worked himself, and there could have been nothing better to inspire confidence . It was a painful thing to them that they should have to take leave of Mr . Stephenson, but they could only wish him a continuance of the success which had attended him hitherto . They could assure him that they hoped that he would find the rest he needed in the quiet village to which he was going . They might also trust that his own university would again soon recognise his great merits in order that a still greater sphere of usefulness might be opened for him . It remained for him to trust their coming Head-Master might carry on the work on the same lines as Mr . Stephenson . In conclusion, he had to ask Mr . Stephenson to accept a purse as a mark of their gratitude. (Loud applause). The purse, which contained £zoo, was in plush, with the cross-keys worked in gold and the monogram H . M . S . on one side and the date 1887, and the words •` The Lord be with you " on the other. The Rev . H . M . Stephenson said, he felt in some considerable difficulty in responding to the speech that his old friend and pupil had made on behalf of himself and others . He knew that on such occasions it was almost a commonplace for a man, who had received such a noble present as they had made him, to say that he did not deserve it. He felt most distinctly that he had not deserved anything like what Mr . Fausset had said of him . If he had done anything good in the school he had been amply repaid, and if he might say so, their generous gift to him was so much superfluity of kindness on their part . He had worked there now for 15 years and he had had the privilege and the honour of working with a staff about whom he could hardly trust himself to speak . He did not think a Head-Master ever had a staff so thoroughly devoted to their work, so unselfish and so sympathetic and loyal to him as the staff he had had, with few changes, the honour and privilege of working with . (Applause) . He could only say that the well-wishers of that school wou l d do well to place their confidence in

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the conduct of the school so long as the present staff still remained. He was sure the work must be ably carried on, and he felt confident also that the Head-Master who had been appointed would carry on as well as it had been hitherto . He was proud to say that the boys had given as little trouble as was possible within the limits of human nature in boys, and he had had cause for repeated thankfulness in that the boys having left school were able to keep up a connection and to form a true and loyal and lasting friendship, and to show sympathy in times of the greatest trial and trouble . He had been amply repaid before that expression of their generous sympathy . He believed the school had as much vitality in it as it ever had, and he believed the new HeadMaster would raise it and keep it to as high a position as it had ever attained, and he looked forward to its holding its own as one of the highest schools and recognised as such by the Universities . His good wishes and earnest desire for its prosperity would always continue, and he should never forget his association with it, and the pleasures, privileges, and honours connected with it . He thanked them most heartily for having seen only the good points of his mastership . He thanked them in the name of himself and family and he bade them farewell and God bless them . (Loud cheers). The Dean of Durham in a few remarks formally closed the proceedings, which terminated with the usual cheering.

FAREWELL SERMON Preached in the School Chalel by the Rev— 11 M . Stephenson—July 24th. N preaching on St . Luke xvr . r .—" There was a certain rich man which had a steward and the same was accused unto him that he had wasted his goods, " the preacher said " The steward of this parable was intended, no doubt in the first instance, to symbolise the Jewish nation which had wasted the goods which God had entrusted, by keeping them to themselves and using them to gratify their own selfishness instead of chstributing them to the world, where they should have yielded large increase to the glory of God . But as the nation is made up of individuals, so is the individual portrayed in the nation. For the life of the nation is writ large the life of the individual, its c

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strengths, weaknesses, virtues, vices, temptations, comforts, the conditions under which it fails and succeeds, the means whereby it rises to higher morality, the causes that drag it down to a lower level . To every individual Jew, therefore, this parable afforded warning and instruction, and it stands to give the same to every individual, man, woman, and child amongst us now . Now whether we waste the goods bestowed upon us by God, or use them rightly and to the full depends, I su p pose, entirely on whether we regard them as God's or as our own, whether we look upon them as a trust which we are responsible—or rather I should say, which it is our privilege and happiness to be able to use to the utmost for the purposes for which they were bestowed, or consider them as our own property which we may use as we please, and as much or as little as suits our own earthly inclinations . This is what makes, I think, the difference between the great man and the little man, whatever their natural gifts, between the successful and unsuccessful man in the proper sense of the words . The one is continually pressed by the idea that his gifts, whatever they are, are goods entrusted to him to use to the best advantage, by one to whom he is under the deepest obligation which a man can be under . The other acknowledges no such obligation, but uses his gifts as an irresponsible owner, regardless of rights of the giver, the gifts themselves and those who are entitled to share the benefits they may confer . And this irresponsible feeling shows itself not only in misuse . Not only does it make people per v ert their gift, use what should be a means of moral, intellectual and spiritual advance and therefore a blessing to others as well as themselves, as a means of heightening and intensifying animal and sensual indulgence, not only does it cause people to turn to their own glory or aggrandisement what should be used to the glory of God, to use their gifts to win applause, praise, adulation, power for themselves . Not only this, but it opens the way to a subtler temptation, to moral indolence, caprice, and over sensitiveness . Unless there is the abiding sense of the Master from whom the gifts come, they may be wasted as much by hesitating use as by misuse . A man may lose opportunities of doing good by moral indolence and so negatively at least do as much harm as by immoral self-glorification . He may sacrifice opportunities of influencing others to his own sensitiveness . He may sacrifice powers of public usefulness to a self included self-distrust . He may even sacrifice the

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means to win souls at his disposal by a selfish shrinking from selfglorification . He may sacrifice occasions in his power, of advancing the honest interests of those, for whose interests he is responsible, to dislike of the material on which he is required to use his powers . He may indulge his moral capriciousness so far in inspecting and examining and dwelling upon all that is offensive in any sphere of usefulness that is opened to him that he ends by being no use . He may indulge reserve and irony of feeling and rob others of benefits by an ignorance for which he is responsible Now all this comes from losing hold of the truth, that the using of all our gifts, powers, capacities, opportunities, to the utmost is not a matter of our own choice, not a matter in which we can please ourselves, picking and choosing in our use, indulging a moral fastidiousness which is selfishness in disguise, but a matter of responsibility to God, who desires all that he has given to be used not only aright but to the utmost to promote his glory, which is the salvation of the world. Brethren, no one, least of all a minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, can leave a sphere of work in which he has been labouring for years, let go for ever a portion of his life ' s work without anxious misgivings, serious self-accusations and inexpressible self-contempt . Some more, some less in such a position must feel conscious of having wasted their Master's goods . Phantoms of the past must rise up to convict them of faithlessness in the performance of their trust, visions of souls left to wander for want of influence that might have been exercised, lives perhaps marred by want of outspoken guidance, enthusiasms cooled by reserve and want of articulate sympathy . These and other like thoughts must rise in his mind . But, thank God, we are not all of us or many of us all black, as none of us are all white . We have our lucid intervals, in which perhaps unknown to ourselves we use our gifts aright and do some fragments of good work. The very fact of our misgiving and self-reproach may mean (who knows ?) that we have at times done justice to our responsibility and allow us to hope with trembling that it has not been all waste with us . There may be some fragments left. If there are, and if any of you have any love for me, return good for evil and gather them up, God knows, I know, all that has been wasted. Be it yours to gather up the fragments . If Christ has blessed them they will be wholesome food, if meagre, to your souls . Think what it

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may be to me hereafter if some of you can say of me, ' He taught me some good, he said something once which made me realize the Gospel truth and desire to believe more . He said something once which made me wish to be better and purer, to desire the beautiful in word and deed . He showed a feeling once which did me good . He might have done much more for me but he did something .' Think what this may be to me some day and try to be able to say it for my sake . My voice henceforth is silent among you for good and for evil . May God in His mercy, as only He can, cancel the evil and bless and multiply the good.

ATHLETIC SPORTS. HE sports were held on Monday and Tuesday, July 25th and 26th.

T The weather was all that could be desired, and on the second day there were a considerable number of spectators present . Some of the performances were remarkably good, the Quarter Mile, Long Jump and Cricket Ball in the Senior Events, and the Long Jump and Cricket ` Ball amongst the Juniors being especially worthy of mention . The Committee were J . G . Wilson, R . Crosthwaite, and O . W. Whaley, and all the arrangements were satisfactorily carried out . The Judges were the Rev . A . S . Commeline, H . W . Rhodes, Esq., and H . W . Wood, Esq, and the Starter R . D . C . Rose, Esq . The Programme was as follows : MONDAY. PUTTING THE WEIGHT. I, T . P . Clarke ; 2, G . V . Birks ; 3, H . F . Chadwick. Clarke had very little difficulty in scoring his third successive victory in this event, his " put," 31 feet 2 inches, was about 2 feet in advance of what he accomplished last year . Distances, I, 31 feet 2 inches ; 2, 29 feet 3 inches. 2 .-LONG JUMP (UNDER 15). P~rbes given by IV Cobb, Esq.

r, IV . Carter ; 2, C . Lovell ; 3, H . B . Whitby. This event was productive of a very good struggle for first place between Carter and Lovell, the former of whom was eventually successful, though only by a few inches . Distance, 15 feet . 3 .-LONG JUMP (OPEN). 1, J . E . Gofton ; 2, G . V. P-,irks ; 3, H . F . Chadwick. This was one of the best events in the sports . All the three succeeded in clearing 18 feet, and Gofton is to be heartily congratulated on his fine performance. Distance, 19 feet 4 inches .

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4 .-HUNDRED YARDS (UNDER 15). Prize given by IV L . Newman, Erq. 1, W . Carter ; 2, Lovell ; 3, H . B. Whitby. This was run in three heats . In the Final, Lovell held the lead for a short time, but Carter overhauled him and won by about 2 yards, Whitby being a good third. 5 .-HUNDRED YARDS (UNDER 13). Prize given by Rev. IV 0 . F. Campbell. 1, A . Rose ; 2, T . Carter ; 3, G. Partington. Rose ran in excellent style and had very little difficulty in outstripping his opponents . About a yard between second and third. 6.-QUARTER MILE. Prize given by If. Thompson, Esq. 1, J . E . Gofton ; 2, R . Crosthwaite ; 3, O . W. Whaley. There were only three starters for this event. As soon as the word was given, Gofton took first place, Crosthwaite second and Whaley third . This order was maintained all through, the only difference being that Gofton increased his lead. Time, 5 6t seconds. 7 .--THROWING THE CRICKET BALL (UNDER 15). 1, F. Mitchell ; 2, C . Lovell ; 3, W . Carter. Mitchell accomplished a capital performance in this event, his distance being 76 yards 2 feet 8 inches . Second and third were several yards behind. 8 .--MUSIC PUPILS ' HANDICAP. Prize given by IV. Barnliy, Esq. I, H . F . Chadwick (15 yards) ; 2, R. Crosthwaite (scratch) ; 3, I. A . Browne (45 yards). A most exciting race between Chadwick and Crosthwaite ended in favour of the former by six inches . Third was some distance behind. 9 .--HANDICAP (OVER 15) 500 YARDS. 1, J . E . Gofton (scratch) ; 2, G . V. Birks (25 yards) ; 3, J . G . Wilson (25 yards). This event produced a very fair race . Be(ore the end of the first lap, Gofton had overhauled all his opponents excepting Wilson and Birks, whom he eventually succeeded in beating by about 15 yards . About 5 yards divided second and third.

TUESDAY. I .--HIGH JUMP (OPEN). P rise given by IV. Rawalsit, Esq. I, excl .) J . E . Gofton and R . Crosthwaite ; 3, ( .eq .) G . V. Birks and J . H . Mawson. A tie for first place was the result of this event, both clearing 4 feet 11 inches, but neither being able to acheive 5 feet . Singularly enough Birks and Mawson also tied for third place .

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2,—HIGH JUMP (UNDER 15). Prize iven by L. L, Freeman, Esq. 1, C . Lovell ; 2, II . D . Whitby ; 3, W . Carter. Lovell accomplished a very creditable performance in this event, and jumped in very promising style . Height, 4 feet 3 inches. 3 —HUNDRED YARDS (OPEN). Arizegiven by li v . IL 1T.. Stephenson. 1, J . F . Gofton ; 2, O . W . Whaley ; 3, II . F. Chadwick. For this event only four competitors came to the post . As was generally expected Gofton won by about 4 yards, Chadwick being about 2 yards behind Whaley. 4 .--HANDICAP (UNDER 15), 500 YARDS. 1, C . Lovell (5 yards) ; 2, F. Pickles (40 yards) ; 3, W . Carter (scratch). Lovell ran in very good style and won somewhat easily by several yards . Pickles ran very pluckily and struggled in second, just beating Carter. 5 .—MILE RACE. Prize given by Rev . C . K . Gilb, rt. I, J. E . Gofton ; 2, R . Crosthwaite ; 3, J . G . Wilson. The mile was somewhat of a farce . For the first s e x laps it was evident that the record was not to be attempted to be beaten, and that the men were going to take matters easily . At the beginning of the seventh Wilson, however, put on an excellent sprint and took second place . Crosthwaite, however, overtook him before the finish. Gofton won as he liked . Time not taken. 6 .--THROWING TIIE CRICKET BALL (OPEN). r, II . Jackson ; 2, H . F . Chadwick ; 3 . W . K . Procter. Jackson accomplished a first-rate performance, especially considering that he had just recovered from a recent illness . Distances, 90 yards 2 feet 6 inches . Chadwick threw SS yards and Procter S .I yards. 7 .--RACE OVER HURDLES (OPEN). Prize ;riven by A . IV. IL :/es, Esq. 1, R . Crosthwaite ; 2, G . Dirks ; 3, H . Jackson, Dirks led until the last hurdle, when Crosthwaite drew up and just managed to win by a few feet. A couple of yards between second and third. g .--RACE OVER HURDLES (UNDER 15). Prize given by F. M. Scargill, Esq. 1, C . Lovell ; 2, H . B . Whitby ; 3, W. Carter. An easy win for Lovell, who was never pressed, Whitby had little difficulty in securing second place . 9 .--POLE JUMP (OPEN). r, G, V . Dirks ; H . C . Jackson ; 3, J . E . Gofton. The best contested event of the day . Gofton retired early from the competition, but Jackson made a most plucky fight, and he, as well as Dirks, deserves great credit for the performance. Height, S feet 6 inches .

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I0 .--I-IURDLE HANDICAP (OPEN). Pr z_•s given by G. Geld, Esq.

I, R . Crosthwaite (scratch) ; 2, H . Jackson (scratch) ; 3, J . G. Wilson (20 yards).

Wilson soon got a lead which he maintained for some time, but was eventually overtaken by the two scratch men, An excellent race ended in favour of Crosthwaite by 3 yards . II .--OLD Boys ' FLAT RACE, QUARTER MILE. I, W. S . Gofton ; 2, J . Ford ; 3, R . Wood. Only three competitors appeared, and of these Ford unfortunately ruined his chance by running at the wrong side of one of the wickets used to mark out the course . As a consequence Goftoa had little difficulty in scoring a victory. THREE LEGGED RACE, HUNDRED YARDS. I.

H . Metcalfe ; G . V . Birks ;

J . G . Wilson ; 3 . J . F . Gofton. T. P. Clarke ; R . Crosthwaite. CONSOLATION RACE.

1, O . W. Whaley .

CRICKET. v . YORK—June 23rd. Played on the York Ground, and resulted in a victory for the home team by 55 runs . York was very strongly represented, while we were still without Jackson whose services, especially as a bowler, were sorely missed . Having won the toss, the York captain elected to bat, and sent in Breed and Doran to face the bowling of Procter and Whaley . Before a run had been scored, Breed was very neatly caught at point, and at q Doran was easily caught by the bowler . Procter, who followed, was bowled at 14, and then Dewse and Metcalfe got together and raised the score to 51 before Devise was bowled . No one else did much excepting Dann and Stockdale, and the innings closed for Io8. The St . Peter's innings began most disastrously, 5 of the best wickets being down for 7 runs, Wilson and Crosthwaite raised the score to 18, at which total they were both dismissed . At this point Whaley and Napier got together and made a most useful stand, adding 31 before they were parted, Napier being bowled off his pads . After this the end soon came, Whaley hit his wicket and Birks was bowled, and the innings closed for 53 . Such a complete break down on a good

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and fast wicket is very difficult to account for, though it must be confessed that the bowling of Wisker and Stockdale was very straight and good. When York went in a second time, the bowling came in for rather rough treatment at the hands of Procter and Scott, who hit up 53 before a wicket fell, when time was called the total was 83 for three wickets . YORK. First Inn i ngs.

Second Innings.

G. Breed, c Allan, b W . Procter . . J. Doran, c & b W . Procter H. Dewse, b Whaley .. G . Metcalfe, b Whaley .. J . L . Procter, b Whaley J . Wisher, c E . Procter, b Whaley R . Scott, b W. Procter J . Burt, b W. Procter .. .. E . J. Dann, c E . Procter, b . Mitchell R. Stockdale, not out .. S. Ilalliwell, b Whaley Extras Total

o not out .. . .

. . ..

4 28 23 2 st Mitchell, b Gofton .. 7 b Gofton 6 st Mitchell, b Gofton 0 16 17 o

For 3 wickets

ST . PETER'S. H . Allan, b Wisker E . Procter, b Wisker W. Procter, b Stockdale J . E . Gofton, c Procter, b Stockdale F. Mitchell, c & b Stockdale R. Crosthwaite, b Stockdale J . G . Wilson, b Wisker .. O . W . Whaley, hit wicket, b Wisher M . Napier, b Stockdale . . H . Metcalfe, not out . G . V . Birks, b Wisker Extras ..

. . . .

I 0 0

••

16 12 0

Total BOWLING ANALYLIS. FIRST INNINGS . 14

n. 66

w. 4

1 3.3 I

3 0

34 3

5 I

.. . . . .

5 . . IoS

W . Procter O . W. Whaley F . Mitchell . .

31 14

. .

. . 8

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CRICKET . SECOND INNINGS. J . E . Gofton J . G . Wilson E . Procter . .

9 6

I I 0

34 14

0 0

v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN—June 28th. Played on the Gentlemen ' s Ground, and resulted in the defeat of the School . Having won the toss, St . Peter's were first represented by Gofton and Allan to the bowling of Hughes and Cowper-Coles . Gofton, Mitchell and the Procters all batted well, but the best form was displayed by Jackson who hit about him in brilliant style. Harrison was the most successful bowler, his 5 wickets being obtained at a cost of 26 runs . The Gentlemen opened with Hughes and Cowper-Coles and some vigorous hitting was witnessed, Coles scoring four fours off Jackson's first over . Hughes, whom many will doubtless recognise as an Old Peterite, hit splendidly for his 78 . \V. Procter was the most successful of the School bowlers . The fielding was by no means up to the mark, and we should like to see a decided improvement in this branch of the game . Scores : ST. PETER' S . H . Allan, b Hughes . . .. 2 J . E . Gofton, b Dodsworth . . . . 16 W. Procter, c Harrison, b Gorham 18 E . Procter, c Gorham, b Harrison . . 9 F. Jlitchcll, lbw, b Dodsworth 14 H . Jackson . c IIields, b Harrison . . 4 2 J . G . 'Wilson, b I tarrison . . 4 O. W. \Whaley, c De Tessier, b I larrison . . . . 5 R. Crosthwaite, b Harrison 2 M . Napier, not out . . H . Metcalfe, b De Tessier .. o Extras . . . . 12 Total

. .

YORKSIIIRE GENTLEMEN. . . 78 R . W . Hughes, b W . Procter . . 26 R . L . Cowper-Coles, b Jackson . . 28 Capt . Saville, c S b Allan . . L. Dodsworth, c E . Procter, b Allan 27 H . De Tessier, b W . Procter . . 31 E . Harrison, c Allan, b W. Procter 16 S . W . Meek, c Allan, b Whaley . . 17 J. E. Jones, not out . . .. .. 2 T . Wickham, c Procter . b W . Procter I . . o C . Gorham, absent . . — IIields, absent . . o Extras S

. .2 34

Total

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II . Jackson O . \Whaley . . \V. Procter . . II . Allan . . J . Gofton . . T . Mitchell

7 9

0 I

47 3S

1 3'4

12 r

0 o 0

63 17

w. 1 I 4 2 0 0

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re . OLD BOYS—June 29th, This match was played, as usual, on Commemoration Day, and after a very good game resulted i11 a victory for the Old Boys by 21 runs. Having won the toss for choice of innings the school elected to bat and were first represented by W . Procter and Gofton to the bowling of Rhodes and Clayforth . The first few wickets did not give much trouble, but Mitchell, Whaley and Napier, especially the last named, showed good form, and the innings reached the respectable total of zo6. The Old Boys were first represented by Wand and Robinson. With the score of 2 Robinson was bowled by Jackson, and at 6 Holmes shared a similar fate . Rhodes made 17, including three fours, before being bowled by a good ball from Procter . Crawshaw and McClellan then got together and by excellent batting raised the score from 42 to 97 before a parting was effected . Crawshaw was the first to go, being bowled by Procter, and soon afterwards Whaley bowled McClellan. No one else gave much trouble and the innings terminated for a total of 127. When the school went in a second time, Napier and Metcalfe were soon disposed of, but the two Procters hit about them in fine style and at the call of time the score was 87 for two wickets' Scores : PRESENT. First Innings W . Procter . b Rhodes .. J . E. Gofton, c Robinson . b Clayforth E. Procter, c Holmes, b Rhodes . . H . Allan, e Robinson, b McClellan H . Jackson, c Clarke, b Rhodes .. F. Mitchell, b Rhodes . . J . G . Wilson . b Wand O . W . Wl alry, c Holmes, b Haynes M . Napier, not out . . R. Crosthwaite, run out .. H . Metcalfe, c McClellan, b Clayforth

Second Innings. 5

not out

37"

5 o

not out

3 7 IS 7

II 21

c Crawshaw, b Rhodes

5 o b McClellan

Total . .

Io6

Total (for 2 wickets) . . 8

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PAST. G. C . Waud, c Wilson, b Jackson F . E. Robinson, b Jackson W . H . Holmes . b Jackson R . Crawshaw, h W . Procter H . W. Rhodes, b W . Pro_ter H. McClellan, h Whaley . . W. G . Wilson, b Gofton . . R. Wood, run out . . .. C . W. Haynes, not out .. C . B . Clarke, b Whaley .. E . W . Clayforth, 1, Golton Extras ..

6 4 46 17 40 6 0 2 0 0

6 127

Total BOWLING ANALYSIS. PRESENT.—First Rhodes .. Clayforth . . McClellan . . Waud . . Haynes

Innings. O.

3 3 I I 1

4 2

4 3 5 0 I 1

3S 31 21 15 7 9

II 6 S 4

14 12 7

PAST.—First Innings . Jackson Whaley Procter Allan Mitchell Gofton

.. ..

15 12 . .

4 4 42

3 2 2 0 0

v . N . R . ASYLUM .—June 3oth. This return match was played on the Asylum Ground, and resulted in a tolerably even draw . Having had the good fortune to win the toss, the Asylum elected to bat first, and sent in Johnson and Rudd to face the bowling of Whaley and Jackson . The main features of a somewhat interesting innings were the hard hitting of Stansfield, whose 35 contained only five singles, and the excellent bowling of W. Procter, whose break seemed to puzzle the batsmen considerably . The ball that dismissed Dr . Nicholson is worthy of mention. When the School went in to hat, there was evidently no possibility of scoring a win and the only thing was to make a creditable draw.

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Thanks to some first-rate batting by Gofton, W . Procter, and Jackson, the total at the call of time @ as 66 for 4 wickets . Scores : N . R. AsYt.uni. E . Johnson, b W. Procter . . .. 3 C . E . Rudd, b \V . Procter . . . . 15 J . II . Cundall, c Wilson, b Mitchell 18 W . B . Nicholson, b Mitchell .. 3 J . Stansfield, c Napier, b W. Procter 35 T. Dudley, b W . Procter . . . . 12 J . S . Law, c Mitchell, b W. Procter 15 W . Smith, b W . Procter .. . . to T. Leckenby, not out .. 5 H . Muchall, b W . Procter . . o C . Tate, b W. Procter . . 1 Extras .. . . 8 Total

. .

ST. PETER 'S. H . Allan, b Cundall E. Procter, b Nicholson J . E . Gofton, b Cundall W . Procter, b Cundall H . Jackson, not out .. F. Mitchell, not out .

Extras ..

. .125

Total (for 4 wickets)

. . 66

To bat—O . W . Whaley, M . Napier, J . G . Wilson, R . Crosthwaite, W . Bennett. BOWLING ANALYSIS. H . Jackson 0 . Whaley W . Procter F . Mitchell

o. 12 15 20'1 16

at . 5 7 6 3

x. 26 20 41 30

w. 0 0 8 2

v . LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL .—July znd. Played at York, and resulted in a win for St . Peter's on the first innings by 61 runs . The School captain having won the toss elected to send his opponents in . This policy proved most successful, for in Jackson 's second over he succeeded in dismissing three of the opponents, and 6 wickets were down for 15 runs . Then came the only stand of the innings by Thompson and Willey, who brought on W. Procter instead of Jackson before they were parted . After this, the innings was soon over for a total of 5 2. The St . Peter' s innings was begun by Allan and Gofton . Gofton was bowled at 2, and at 11 Mitchell was caught at point, but Allan and the Proctors by some good and careful batting put the result beyond a doubt, and just before luncheon, E . Procter made the winning hit. After the interval, some first rate batting was shewn by Jackson and Birks, and thanks to them the innings realized s 13 . Leeds then went

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in a second time, and at call of time had scored 123 for 8 wickets. Scores : LEEDS. Second Innings.

First Innings.

H. E . Hodson, b Jackson . . . . . . I b W . Procter .. .. W . L . Johnson, b Whaley . . . . I run out . . D. Seaton, c E. Procter, b Jackson . . . . o c Napier, b W . Procter W . J . Robinson, b Jackson . . . . . . o c E . Procter, b W. Procter .. V. Thompson, c E . Procter, b W. Procter . . 14 c Mitchell, b Allan H . S . Newstead, b Whaley . . . . I b Mitchell W. Whincup, b Whaley .. 5 b Allan . . F. Willey, c Allan, b Whaley 21 bAllan .. o not out .. W. Chadwick, b W . Procter . . B . II . Churton, not out . . 3 not out . . o W . B . Wcstcott, b Whaley . . . . 6 Extras . .

Total (for 8 wickets)

. . 123

Total

ST. PETER'S. .. H . Allan, b Westcott .. J . E . Gofton, b Hobson . . F . Mitchell, c Johnson, b Seaton . . W. Procter, c Whincup, b Seaton E . Procter, c Seaton, b Robinson H. Jackson, c Thompson, b Seaton G . V . Birks, c Johnson, b Seaton . . O . W . Whaley, c Hodson, b Seaton .. M . Napier, b Westcott J . G. Wilson, b Wcstcott . . R . Crosthwaite, not out . .

• . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . •• •• • • ••

Extras Total

13 I I 12 15 26 24 4 I o 2 14

. .113

BOWLING ANALYSIS. LEEDS .—First Innings. O . Whaley H . Jackson W . Procter . .

. .

111 .

13'2

6 5

19 6

3 2

R. 36 16 17 28 15

W. 3 I o 0 3

Jackson bowled I no-ball.

W . Procter F. Mitchell II . Jackson O. Whaley II . Allan . .

Second Innings. 0. . . 10 . . 5 4 11 12

M. 1 I I 4 6

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v. WELHAM—July 5th. This return match was played on the School Ground and resulted in a very even draw, rain interfered greatly with the game and eventually caused its abandonment, Welham had first innings and sent in Wasley and Baker to oppose Whaley and W . Procter . With the score at 3 a beautiful catch at cover point by Gofton dismissed the former, and at 9 both Baker and Heckley had to leave . The main feature of the innings were Tinsley's batting and the success that attended Mitchell ' s bowling . The catch that dismissed Brown was an excellent one, and altogether the fielding was much better than usual . When the School went in to bat disasters followed one another in rapid succession . Lr two overs Tinsley dismissed E . Procter, Gofton and Allan, all bowled . Mitchell and W. Procter however improved the aspect of affairs and raised the score to 25 before the former shared the fate of his predecessors . Birks did not stay long but Whaley kept his wicket up while Procter made runs, and the score had reached 44 for 5 wickets when rain came on heavily and compelled the game to be abandoned . Procter deserves great credit for his plucky and at the same time careful and correct batting at so critical a time . We were again without Jackson, whose assistance would have materially strengthened both our batting and bowling power. Scores : \VELIIAM . W . II . Wasley, c Gofton, b Whaley 2 T . Baker, b W. Procter .. .. 3 W . IIeckley, c Birks, b Whaley .. 4 A . Tinsley, b Mitchell . . . . 39 M . Williamson,c Birks, b W . Procter 6 T . Coates, c Whaley, b Mitchell .. 3 W. Robinson,c E . Procter. b Mitchell o W. Donkin, b Carter .. .. 3 H . Smithson, not out . . .. 6 T . Middleton, c Allan, b Mitchell .. o F . Brown, c Napier, b Mitchell . . 8 Extras . . .. 4 Total . .

Sr . PETER' S. II . Allan, b Tinsley .. E . Procter, b Tinsley J. E . Gofton, b Tinsley W . Procter, not out .. F . Mitchell, b Tinsley G . V. Birks, b Heckley O . W . Whaley, not out P.I . Napier .. G . W . Wilson } to bat. R . Crosthwaite W . Carter .. J Extras ..

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O . Whaley . . W . Procter F. Mitchell W . Carter

.. . . .. ..

3 5 i 2

14 8'1 5

R. 27

W. 2

24 15 8

2 5

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v . YORK .—July 7th. This match was played on the School Ground, and resulted in a draw in favour of York . We were without Jackson, whereas, York had a very strong team, still had the catching been anything like up to the mark, we should have made a very close game of it, and in all probability have been successful. The York innings was begun by Thorpe and Metcalfe, with the score at 7 Whaley bowled Thorpe, and soon afterwards Metcalfe shared a like fate at the hands of Procter . Six wickets were down for 26 runs when Hutchinson was missed off an easy chance off Whaley at cover point, and this was the beginning of evils . In the long stand that was then made by Hutchinson and Wisker, several chances were not accepted, and it was not till the score had reached 143 that Hutchinson was out to a catch at point . Wisker continued hitting freely, and did most of the run getting . The innings closed at 173. The School was first represented by Wilson and Crosthwaite . Before many runs had been made Crosthwaite was out to a catch in the long field, and Wilson's career was also cut short by a good ball from Burdett . Dirks did nothing, but Allan and Procter saved the match. Procter was out last before the stumps wet e drawn for a very well played innings of 36. ST . PETER' S.

YORK. Thorpe, b Whaley . . . . 4 Metcalfe, b W. Procter . . . . 7 Burdett, c Dirks, b W . Procter .. 6 Doran, c Mitchell, b W . Procter . . 2 J . T . Wisker, not out . . . . S3 W. R . Scott, b Whaley . . . . 2 R . Stockdale, c Allan, b \V. Procter o Hutchinson, c Allan, b W. Procter J7 Widdas, c Carter, b Mitchell . . o Linfoot, b Gofton . . 6 Neale, run out .. 8 Extras . . 18 Total

J II . G . Wilson, lI Burdett . . II it . Crosthwaite, c Burdett, b Wisher 0 H . Allan, b Thorpe .. G. V . Birks, c Thorpe, b Wisher E. Procter, not out .. W . Procter, c & b Stockdale F. Mitchell, c Scott, b Stockdale Whaley, b Thorpe .. Napier, b Stockdale . . Gofton, to bat Carter, to bat Extras . . I0

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care while the latter hit out with his general freedom . Time alone did not allow of the match being finished and a victory won . Scores ST. PETER 'S SECOND ELEVEN. ARciselsHOP HOLGATE 'S. H . D . Naylor, b Walton . . .. o Fielding, c Leaf, b Lovell o A . Hudson, b Welch .. . . 21 Hudson, b Carter C . E . Lovell, b Walton .. . . 3 W . D . Carter, b. Metcalf . . . . 3 T .W. M . Bennctt,c Hudson,bWalton 27 J . F . Leaf, c Metcalfe, b Walton . . o F . C . Crowther, c Welch, b Walton e A . C . Clarke, b Welch . . . . o N. L . Hood, c & b Welch . . .. 9 F . N . Bingham, not out . . .. I A . Crosthwaite, c Giles, b Welch . . o Extras . . . . .. 3 67

Total . .

Smith, b Carter Walton, b Clarke Metcalf, b Lovell Endon, b Clarke Welch, not out I-Iutching, not out Coldrick, to bat. Armitage, Giles, Extras .. Total (for 6 wickets)

v. ELMFIELD COLLEGE. This match was p layed on June 25th on the school ground . The bowling of Carter was mainly instrumental in bringing about the result. The batting of Napier who assisted the and on this occasion, as also of Metcalfe and Leaf, also contributed to the victory of the School . For Elmfield College, Ward was the only one who could do anything with the bowling. Scores : ELMFIELD COLLEGE .

ST. PETER' S SCHOOL. 2nd XI.

T . A . Haworth, c Leaf, b Carter . . 9 C . I . Simpson, c Napier, b Carter .. 3 F. A . Simpson, b Carter .. . o o J . Procter, c Wilson, b Carter A . Freear, c Lovell, b Carter o .. i A . S . Rymer, b Metcalfe A . E . Thoseby, b Carter . . 1 W . Ward, b Metcalfe . . 17 T . E . Swailes, b Carter . . 6 J . Ickringill, b Carter . . 7 E . J . Miller, not out . . . . . o Extras . . . . S

A . Hudson, b Procter .. II G . V . Birks, c and b Procter R . Crosthwaite, b Freear .. J . G . Wilson, b Procter T . W . M . Bennett, b Procter M . Napier, run out . . .. .2 II . G . Metcalfe, c Freear b Procter . . t J . F . Leaf, b Procter . . I, F . C . Crowther, b Procter . W. Carter, c Ward, b Freear

Total . .

. . 52

C . E . Lovell, not out Extras . . . . Total

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v . ARCHBISHOP HOLGATE'S. This match was played on June 3oth . Our opponents batted first, and the main feature of their innings was the number of men who

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contrived to run themselves out . As a consequence they only totalled 14 runs . For us Hudson batted in good style for 13 ; Hood slogged merrily for 17 not out, and Carter, the last man, made 14 by plucky batting . Score : ST . PETER ' S 2ND XI .

ARCHBISHOP IIOLGATE' S.

D. Naylor, c & b Walton . . G . V. Birks, c Coldrick, b Welch 9 A . Hudson, c & b Welch .. 13 H. G . Metcalfe, b Walton 0 J. F . Leaf, b Welch .. 5 F . C. Crowther, b Armitage .. N . L. Hood, not out . . .. 17 A. C . Clarke, b Welch .. . 0 F . M . Bingham . b Welch . . .. o C . F . Lovell, b Walton .. 7 .. W. Carter, c Hudson, b Welch 14 .. 6 Extras .. Total . .

Fielding, run out Iludson, run out Walton, b Carter Welch, b Metcalfe Giles, b Carter .. Smith, c Birks, b Metcalfe . . hitching, run out Coldrick, b Carter Armitage , not out Collinson, b Carter Smiles, run out Extras . .

3 5

Total

. . 43

2 0 O 0 0 0 0 0

v . ST. MARTIN'S. This match was played on July 9th . As usual our opponents batted first . As will be seen Mr. D . Davis scored 2o, the rest 3 between them . We then went in, and our first two men settled the match by scoring 28 between them . For us Bennett, Hudson, Leaf, and Crowther batted freely and well, and Metcalfe as usual hit out for 25. An innovation was introduced on our ground in a sneak bowler, giving our men rather an exciting time of it, the balls varying very much in their pitch and size. ST . MARTIN ' S.

ST . PETER'S 2ND XI.

Smith, run out .. .. .. o Mr . Shannon, b Crowther . . .. 0 Mr . Davis, b Carter . . .. .. 1 Mr . D . Davis, c Hudson, b Lovell . . 20 Mansfield, b Crowther .. .. 1 Bollans, c Hudson, b Carter .. 2 Burdekin, c . Leaf, b Lovell . . .. o Coad, not out . . .. .. .. I Wililams . run out . . .. .. o Backhouse, c Crowther, b Bennett . . o Fairlamb, b Bennett . . .. ..o Extras .. .. 6 Total . .

. . 31

T . Bennett, b t'hannon A. Hudson, b Smith . . D . Naylor, b Shannon J . F . Leaf, b Shannon H . G . Metcalfe, b Shannon . . F . C . Crowther, not out C . Lovell . not out . . W . Carter, N . L . Hood, "-to bat. A . C . Clarke, j II . F . Chadwick, Extras . . ..

. . ro . . IS .. n . . 28 . . 25 . . 1r

Total (for 5 wickets)

. . 103

. . 10

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v . ST. OLAVES. This match, which was played on the school ground on July the I2th, resulted in a win for us by I run, after a most exciting finish. St . Olave 's went in first, and after very careful play could only raise a total of 42 . Naylor and Hudson opened our innings, and the score had reached 35 when the fifth wicket fell . Morrison at this point carried everything before him, and captured the last five wickets at the small cost of 7 runs . Bingham made the winning hit, but then fell to a good ball from Morrison . Score : ST . OLAVE ' S SCHOOL. Hudson, run out .. Crawford, b Carter . . Thompson, b Carter . . Cadman . 1) Lovell . . West, c Lovell, b Carter Morrison, b Metcalfe Watson, run out . . Cockroft, c Bennett, b Metcalfe Allan, c Lovell, b Metcalfe . . Shipton . not out .. Buchanan, b Metcalfe Extras .. Total

ST . PETER ' S SCHOOL 2ND XI.

. .r-

3 0 9

H . D . Naylor, c & b West . . A . Hudson, b West . . J . F . Leaf, b West T . W . M . Bennett, c & b West If . G . Metcalfe, c & b Morrison F . C . Crowther, b Morrison C . E . Lovell, b Morrison . . W . Carter, c Hudson, b West N . L . Hood, c Morrison . . A . C . Clarke, not out F . M . Bingham, b Morrison Extras . . ..

Total

. . 43

3 6 0 9 8

0 2

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2 i

a 2

T . ST . GEORGE'S, HARROGATE.

This match, the last of the season, was played as usual on the school ground on July the 16th . Our opponents winning the toss elected to go in first, but were altogether unable to do anything with the bowling of Crowther and Carter . Our innings was opened by Bennett and Naylor, but so close and good was the fielding and bowling that four wickets were down for 12 runs when Crowther and Leaf became associated By dint, however, of careful batting on the part of the former, and good cricket on the part of the latter, the result was placed beyond a doubt . St. George ' s score had been reached and topped before Crowther was bowled for a careful and timely innings of 7 ; of those that succeded Carter played a hard hitting innings for 30, but the honours of the day were carried off by Leaf, who was unfortunate in not carrying out his bat, and whose runs were made by thoroughly sound cricket, and without the semblance of a chance.

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This match closed the season of the Second XI . Of the 8 matches played 6 were won, r lost, and r drawn . The matches won were against St . Olave ' s (2), Archbishop Holgate 's (return), Elmfield College (return), St . Martin 's and St . George' s Harrogate : while the first match with Elmfield College was lost, and that with Archbishop Holgate's drawn in our favour . The batting average was carried off by Carter, who had an average of r35 : Leaf 14, Hudson I ;, and Bennett Io4, also did good service in batting . The bowling was divided between Carter, Crowther, and Lovell . Carter obtained 32 wickets at a little over 2 runs a piece . Crowther and Lovell also obtained good analyses. ST . PETER ' S 2ND XI. Sr. GEORGE ' S, HARROGATE. H . Jackson, b W . Carter .. J, Dewhurst, c sub . b Carter H . Dugdale, c . sub . b Carter F, Mayfield, b Crowther .. T . Harker, b Carter .. G. Medcalfe, b Lovell F . Reid . c Lovell, h Crowther K . Young, c b Crowther .. F . Young, not out .. W . Blackett, b Crowther J . Todd, b Lovell Extras .. Total . .

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•

T . Bennett, b Dewhurst D . Naylor, run out . . A . Hudson, b Reid ., H . G . Metcalfe, b Dewhurst T . F . Leaf, b Todd .. F . C . Crowther, U Dewhirst C . Lovell, U Jackson .. W . Carter, c K. Young. U Todd H . F . Chadwick, c Reid, b Todd F . Bingham, U K . Young .. T . Deshrough, not out .. •• 4 Extras .. , . 19 Total

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REVIEW OF THE CRICKET SEASON. HE cricket season has now closed and, all things considered, it has been very fairly satisfactory . Thanks to the energy of Allan, a very good match-list was arranged, the teams encountered being perhaps stronger than in any previous year . It is to be regretted that unfortunate circumstances compelled both the matches with Durham to be abandoned, and thus deprived us of an opportunity of comparing the relative merits of the two schools. Of the 14 matches played 5 were won, 5 lost, and 4 drawn, while both the Durham matches and the return with Londesbro ' Park had to be abandoned . Of the drawn games, one was decidedly in our favour, one slightly so, while two were decidely against us. The matches won were against the N .R . Asylum, St . John ' s College, Ripon School, Clifton, and Leeds Grammar School ; those lost being

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Welham, Ripon School, York, Yorkshire Gentlemen, and Old Boys; while drawn games were played with Londesbro ' Park, N .R . Asylum, Welham, and York. The batting of the team has on the whole been good, though with the exception of W . Procter no one has obtained a very remarkable average . His position at the head of the averages is thoroughly well earned, as he has shown consistently fine form all through the season, and has on several occasions saved the side from ignominy . Of the rest, Jackson, who unfortunately was only able to play in about half the matches, has been most successful, while E . Procter, Mitchell, Gofton, and Napier have all rendered valuable assistance. Sad though it is to relate, the fielding has left much indeed to be desired . Catches have been dropped in a most unaccountable way, and more than one match which ended unfavourably to us would, probably, had all the chances been taken that were offered, have had a different termination. The bowling has not been very strong, and we have been unfortunate in being deprived of the assistance of Jackson on several occasions. The brunt of the attack has been borne by Whaley, W . Procter, and, when he was present, Jackson ; while Mitchell, Gofton, and Allan have also done good service in this department . The averages do not come out so well as last year, which is accountable for by the strength of the teams encountered, the dryness of the season, and, alas ! the number of catches dropped. At present the prospect for next year seems decidedly good . A goodly proportion of this year' s eleven will most likely be available, and moreover the second eleven contains several most promising cricketers who with a little coaching ought, if they take the trouble, to become really first-rate . Appended are the batting and bowling averages and the characters of the first eleven. O . W. WHALEY .-Greatly improved as a batsman . In bowling has hardly been so successful as last year . Good field, and hard working captain. H . W. ALLAN .—A very steady batsman, who at times hits hard on the

off-side . A fine field, especially at point, and was occasionally successful as a slow bowler .

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E. PROCTER .—A very reliable bat, with a beautiful stroke on the offside ; has been very unlucky this season . A good and successful wicket-keeper, and fine field anywhere. W. PROCTER .—A , splendid batsman, and very difficult to get out when he gets at all set . Hits brilliantly all round, but might perhaps devote a little more attention to defence . A very serviceable bowler, with an awkward off-break, and fine field. H. C . J .\cKsoN .—A very useful cricketer, but has unfortunately been prevented from playing in several matches . A nice free bat, especially strong on the leg-side . A very useful bowler, and splendid field. F. MITcHELL .—Useful bat, but in too big a hurry to make runs, and has more than once thrown his wicket away in consequence . At times a good change bowler. Good field. J . E . GoFTOIV .—A good steady batsman, though his style is not particularly taking . A useful change bowler, with a very puzzling action . Good field. J . G. WILsoN .—Steady bat, who seldom fails to score . Very fair field. M . NAPIER .—A very painstaking cricketer, who improved greatly as the season advanced . Is a useful bat, and tolerably reliable in the field. . CROSTHWAITE.—Fair bat, but hardly came up to the expectations R formed of him at the beginning of the season . Unreliable field, and not to be trusted with a catch. G. V . BIRKS .—A very fair bat ; has good punishing powers when he chooses to exert them, but his defensive play is hardly so successful . Safe catch in the long field. BATTING AVERAGES. No . of Total Times Innings. Runs . not out .

Highest score in innings . 16

0. W, Whaley 11 77 I H . W . Allan 15 56 o 13 15 E, Procter . . 14S 34* W. K . Procter 14 266 I 50 8 103 I H . Jackson . . 42 F . Mitchell . . 15 12S 2 20 14 87 J . E . Gofton 0 24 J. II . G . Wilson 12 o I1 53 15 91 2 M . Napier . . 24 R . Crosthwaite 13 47 4 9* . . 4 . . 26 G . V . Birks . . I 24 Hudson, Leaf, Bennett, Metcalfe, and Carter also played.

Average.

Ira 33i IoT 201% 14-

911 6y',-. 43.1 7 5E. 8

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Runs. O . \V . Whaley ..

326

H . W . Allan

E . Procter

.. .. \V . K. Procter . H . Jackson . F . Mitchell .. J . E. Gofton J . H . G. Wilson

448 271

•

Wickets. 37 5

1 75

47 18 15

16o

Average. 8 r 186 38 91 'r 1 511 , II ,1

38 . \V . Carter also bowled r wicket for 24 runs. . .

THE FOOTBALL SEASON. F late years it has been the rule that half, and generally more than half of the XV . are missed every September, and there will certainly be no exception to the rule this year, Of last year ' s team only four remain, and none of these were very prominent members. Last year the second XV. was properly organised, and colours were given to them for the first time in the history of the School . The

effect of this action ought certainly to be decidedly felt this year, as there will be a certain number of partially trained players to draw upon. The second XV . had the advantage of playing against two or three teams of much greater physique, and shaped very promisingly against them . This should give them confidence for tackling the more doughty opponents they will have to meet this year . Of the four old hands, Gofton will probably figure at three-quarters, W . K . Procter at half, and Allan and Dirks in the scrimmage . These four, if they come on as they ought to do, should form a fairly strong nucleus, and will probably have to bear the brunt of the battle . Metcalfe showed some promise as a back, though his tackling is rather weak, and he is very light for such an important post . Hood makes a very sturdy half, but if possible should play forward, as he is a trifle slow and at present has no idea of scientific passing . Chadwick has all the makings of a really good three-quarters, being possessed of great speed and strength he should learn to play a losing game with more pluck and spirit . Leaf might possibly develop into a decent half, if properly looked after. Coming to the forward division, Clarke and Mitchell were both up to first team form last year, and occasionally played for it ; as both have

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increased in weight and strength they should prove valuable allies to Allan and Birks in the scrimmage . It is too early to speculate upon who will fill the other vacancies, as it is uncertain whether two or three promising players have left or not. The team will be lamentably deficient in speed, unless some new blood is discovered . Its success will depend mainly on the forwards, who will be a fairly strong and heavy lot, but, it is to be feared, somewhat slow and lifeless. The weakness of last year ' s forwards was their want of speed and inability to dribble, and as the best dribblers are now reckoned among the ranks of the O .P .'s, considerable energy will have to be shown to come up even to the standard of last year . The halves ought to be nearly if not quite up to the average, if it is not deemed necessary to transplant Procter to three-quarters . The weakness at three-quarters, and indeed throughout the team, will be lack of scoring power. Gloomy as the outlook seems, yet it is not nearly so much so as two years ago when everyone hardly expected the team to win a single match . These gloomy predictions were speedily falsified by the first match against a fairly representative team of Old Boys, in which the School gained a most creditable victory . The result of rS matches played that season showed 9 wins, 8 defeats, and r draw . The team of 1887 should at least be the equal of that of 1885, if not of last year's team, which was decidedly above the average . The points to which attention should specially be paid this year are dribbling, kicking, and passing . With regard to dribbling, games under Association rules should certainly be played, although the writer is aware to his cost of the absurd prejudice existing against the dribbling game, at any rate among the junior members of the School . This assuredly is the only way to attain to any decent standard in this department . The utter incapacity of most of last year ' s forwards in this most important part of their duty should be a lesson for the future . To accurate dropkicking and punting, too much attention cannot be paid, especially as the backs will not be particularly fast. All the forwards should learn at any rate to punt, as there is often a favourable opportunity for a forward to put in a timely punt into touch . Passing should not be confined to the backs only, but the forwards should be capable, not only of receiving and giving passes to the backs, but also of passing among

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themselves, The halves should receive careful instruction, and selfish play in pick-ups should promptly be put a stop to . Nothing can be more painfully ludicrous than to see a man trying to force his way blindly along with his head down, looking neither to the right nor to the left, with one idea of knocking over an opponent or two . Apropos of this, the forwards should get out of the absurd practice of herding together as soon as a scrimmage is broken up, instead of spreading right across the field, and should learn to extricate themselves quickly, as soon as the ball has left the scrimmage . It is, no doubt, far easier to preach than to practice, but if these few hints are taken in the same spirit in which they are given, no harm, and I hope some good, will be clone. The match list promises to be the most attractive the School have ever had, and it is with every wish for a successful and exciting season that I subscribe myself FORWARD.

CONCERT IN AID OF THE CRIChET CLUB. N Thursday evening, July the 7th, an excellent concert of vocal

O and instrumental music was given in the School Hall . Notwithstanding the extremely hot weather that prevailed, and which certainly was not favourable to indoor entertainments of any description, there was a good attendance, the Hall being very nearly filled . A varied programme was provided . and included choruses, songs, trios, a violin duet, and a four part song . The choruses were sung by the School Choir, assisted by several ladies, and conducted by Mr . A . Sample, the chapel organist . All the songs were very well rendered, and drew forth frequent rounds of applause . Indeed in almost every case an encore was demanded, a fact which not only tended to make the concert rather long, but which may have been the indirect agent through the clapping attendant upon it of spoiling the pleasure of the evening in some cases . We cannot but think that it would add to the enjoyment of all if certain members of the School were rather less boisterous in their applause. The concert opened with Purcell's chorus, " Come, if you dare," the solo of which was sung by Mrs . Stephenson . This was followed by

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the song, " From rock to rock " (Sullivan), which Mr . Sample sang in capital style, and for which he was rewarded with an encore . Mrs. Carr sang very sweetly V . Rey ' s song, " The Pilgrim's Shrine," and was followed by the Rev . J . A . R . Ramsay L' Amy, who was encored for the manner in which he sang the song, " Oh ! My dear one ." The trio, " The willow boughs are bending " (Churchman), was then given by Mrs. Stephenson, Miss Cockin, and Miss Naylor, after which Miss Grattan sang "The old and the young Marie " (Cower), for which she received an encore . A very acceptable change in the programme was x'appini 's stringed trio, " Hope March," which was played by Mr. W . S . Hornby, the Rev . A . Willan, and Mr . E . Brown in such an able style that a repetition was demanded. Mrs . Stephenson then sang "Shepherd Music," by G . V . Vincent, with her usual perfection of style . The Rev . A . W . Baldwin was encored for his rendering of the song, Anchored " (M . Watson), and the first part of the programme concluded with Pearsall's well-known chorus, " 0, who will o 'er the downs so free," which was given very briskly and heartily . The second part of the concert opened with a violin duet by the Rev . A . Willan and Mr. W. Surtees Hornby, who played " Gross Matterchen " (Langer) . Mrs . Carr was encored for the song, " Waiting," and the Rev . J . A . R . Ramsay L ' Amy was similarly repaid for his singing of Lord H . Somerset's song, " Dawn," after which Mrs . Stephenson again gratified the audience by giving very sweetly Antoni Lotti ' s " Pledge so comforting . " The other items in the programme were a four-part song, " The angels breathe on flowers," by Dr . Naylor, which was sung by Miss Naylor, Miss Stephenson, Mr . A . Sample, and Rev . A . W. Baldwin, and which had to be repeated ; Tosti's " Ask me no more," sung by Miss Grattan, and Rossini 's chorus, " Carnovale . " A most enjoyable evening concluded by singing the National Anthem.

CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editor of the Peterite. DEAR SIR,—Could you give me any enlightenment on a small but not altogether unimportant subject that has attracted my attention . In the last cricket season all members of the 1st eleven received their colours, because, I suppose, it is the rule—not necessarily a good one .

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The 2nd eleven, on the other hand, were not treated in the same way. Of the r e men, 8 have been given their colours, the other 3 not being considered fit for them . Yet, I understand that one of these has a batting average which is certainly not below those of some of the 8, and though the other two have not achieved any very brilliant performance, they played regularly for the and, and deserve some reward for their endeavours to satisfy the cricket authorities . Now, why should this be the case ? Why should colours be withheld from what may be called the tail of the 2nd, when the tail of the 1st eleven— and there can be no doubt that that existed--was awarded its? Though I am here advocating the awarding of colours to the whole and eleven, I do not for a moment object to the practice of withholding colours, on the contrary, I entirely approve of it, but consider that if adopted in the case of the and eleven, it should certainly be in the case of the 1st . It is a practice that has been adopted by several clubs, and quite rightly too . Hoping that you may solve the problem. I remain, JUSTICE. [En.—We would advise you to apply to the cricket authorities . Such matters do not lie under our censorship .]

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Memoriam.

TILE REV. BRYAN WALKER, LL .D ., WHO DIED AT LANDBEACII RECTORY, CAMBRIDGE, ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST

17TH, 1887,

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NOTES AND ITEMS. The Rev . G . T . HANDFORD, M .A ., who has been appointed to the Head-Mastership of this School is late Scholar of Christ College, Cambridge, and Assistant Master in Uppingham School . In 1876, he graduated in the Classical Tripos, being bracketed 6th in the first class with three others . In 1878, he took a second class in the Theological Tripos, and was appointed to a Mastership in Dulwich College . During 1879 and 188o he was Classical Lecturer in the Crystal Palace School of Literature and Art, and in the latter year appointed to a similar position in the Trinity College of Music . In 1881 he began his work as an Assistant Master of Uppingham School. We were pleased to hear of a presentation made to the Rev . H . M. Stephenson by the York Industrial School . Mr . Stephenson has for thirteen years filled the office of Vice-Chairman of the Committee of the York Industrial School for Boys . The presentation consisted of the Reports of the School for the period named, handsomely bound, with an illuminated address for the frontispiece. The address was as follows : —" The Managers of the York Certified Industrial School for Boys have pleasure in looking back over the thirteen years during which the Rev . II . M. Stephenson, M .A ., has acted as Vice-Chairman to their Committee, and they tender him this memento of the ability and cordiality with which he has constantly promoted the best interests of this school, and their best wishes for his future happiness . July, 1887 ." The signatures of the Lord Mayor, the Hon . Secretary, and the other members of the Committee were attached . After this presentation, a separate presentation was made by two of the Industrial Boys, consisting of a polished oak cricket case . The case contained two finely finished bats and a set of wickets wrought by the boys, and bore on the lid a silver plate on which the following words were engraved :—" To the Rev . H . M . Stephenson, M .A., with the best wishes of the boys of the York Certified Industrial School . July, 1887 ." A small presentation was made to the Rev . W . Routh, M, A ., by the members of the rst Division, as a token of their warm appreciation

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of his efforts and labours in their behalf . It consisted of a case. containing a travelling clock, with the days of the week and of the month on the face. S . ATKINSON, ESQ ., formerly Master of the 3rd Form at this School, has been appointed Classical Master in Bedale Grammar School. A . PICKLES has passed his 1st Professional at Aberdeen University, obtaining certificates in Natural History and Practical Chemistry. COMMANDER C . S . DONNER, R . N ., has been promoted to Captain in honour of the Queen's Jubilee . Captain Donner received his Lieutenancy for his gallant rescue of a sailor who had fallen overboard . He has twice received medals from the Royal Humane Society . He was engaged—as Commander of the Italia—in the Egyptian war of ' 82, and received the Egyptian Medal and the hhedive ' s Bronze star. E . W . CLAYFORTH, Scholar of Christ Church, Oxford, and late Exhibitioner of this School, has obtained a first-class in the final examination for classical honours. H . W . ALLAN and J . F. LEAF have been appointed Editors of the Peterite. O . 1V . Whaley, T . P. Clarke, A . C . Clarke, R . Crosthwaite, H . W. Allan obtained higher certificates in the Oxford and Cambridge Board Examination, O . W . Whaley with distinction in Latin and Greek, T . P . and A . C . Clarke in Greek, and R . Crosthwaite in History. The EDITORS beg to acknowledge the receipt of the following contemporaries :—" Alleynian, " " Leodiensian," " Lorettonian, " .' Stamfordian . " We are deeply grieved to have to record the death of the REV. BRYAN WALKER . The deceased, who was educated at this School, graduated in 1863, in the first rank of three triposes, namely :— ninth wrangler, eighth classic, and first-class theological . He was a Scholar of Trinity Hall, Cambridge, and subsequently a Fellow of Corpus Christ College . This Fellowship he held until 1872, when he obtained the college living of Landbeach . In addition to these honours he obtained the Chancellor's Medal for legal studies . He was examiner in the Law Tripos for some years, and the author of several works .

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PROFESSOR D'ORSEY ON ELOCUTION. ROFESSOR D'ORSEY, Elocution Lecturer, King's College,

P London, delivered to the School a most interesting and

instructive lecture on Tuesday, Sept, 27th . The lecturer first gave a short abstract of his experiences and work in that department, and then proceeded to deal with the subject in hand . He stated that two things especially were necessary for all men in any business or profession :— firstly, short-hand to take notes and copy quickly secondly, the power of speaking . With regard to the latter, there lay a great difference between reading and reading in public . Men might be able to read, but not to read distinctly enough to be heard and understood in public . True elocution was the art of reading and speaking distinctly, intelligently, and expressively . A man endeavouring to acquire this art, must above all, speak naturally and without affectation . Whether he be in the pulpit or on the stage, he must slim that he feels what he reads, and must not allow himself to wander from his subject . As he delivers his speech or sermon, he must follow each sentence in his own mind, thereby enabling his hearers also to fully understand it . Passing on, Mr . D'Orsey divided the subject into three heads, viz . :— (r) Physical, (2) Mental, (3) Emotional . Of the first heading he made five sub-divisions . Attitude, Breath,Voice, Articulation and Pronunciation. With regard to the first, quoting from the Rubric of the Church Prayer-Book, he noticed it was enjoined that the priest should deliver certain prayers standing, not stooping, and also in the Rubric regarding the reading of Lessons, that the Priest should stand and turn himself about to his hearers. By this last injunction he explained that it was meant that the reader should address himself to every part of his audience : a direction, he observed, rarely followed by modern readers . In passing on to the second sub-division, Breath, he remarked on the common mistake of breathing through the mouth while speaking,

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instead of through the nose by this, the moisture in the mouth was dried up, and hoarseness and throat affections followed on account of the air not being cooled by passage through the nose before it reached that part . The lungs, he said, should be well filled before each sentence . With regard to the voice, it was just as easy to improve it as anything else . The lecturer then proceeded to describe minutely the anatomical construction of the throat, and the many abuses resulting from misuse of it . Careful articulation, he said, was at the bottom of distinct speaking . A man that used his lips properly and carefully pronounced his consonants was good in that respect . Speech was a combination of vowels and consonants, in which the consonants played the chief part . With regard to pronunciation, one must not speak London English, Provincial English, Yorkshire English or any dialect that might show one's origin and country, or county or locality ; then one could not go far astray . Time did not permit of his dealing as fully as he could wish with mental and emotional elocution ; he would therefore content himself with saying that mental elocution was such as could be understood by the audience ; emotional that which could appeal to their emotions. The captain of the School then proposed a vote of thanks to Professor D'Orsey for his kindness, and that gentleman having suitably replied, the proceedings terminated.

OXFORD LETTER very supplicating letter from one of the Peterite Editors compels

A me out of very pity to try and collect what Oxford news I can.

Naturally the news most exciting at the present time is the football news, but before going into that I must congratulate the eleven on their brilliant victory over Cambridge last July . There seems to be no doubt that the better eleven won, though perhaps neither was up to the average—in fact the fielding, especially that of Cambridge, was from all accounts execrable . To take Rugby football first, the University Fifteen promises to be very fair . All last year ' s backs are available with the exception of Key and Hall . So far Rashleigh has been playing back, and Bowden-Smith, a Freshman from Rugby, three-quarters. Ewing, who was chosen at the last moment to play against Cambridge last year, has not yet played for the XV this season . Christopherson

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and Sager who was tried at back last year, have both improved, as has Patterson at half. Henderson, Blyth, Castens, Cousins and Cleveland are sadly missed from the forwards, but there are plenty of good men to choose from, notably Simpson, Glubb, and North . Several new men have been tried at half, and I must congratulate W. G . Wilson on having played in that position against Sandhurst, and sincerely hope he will be tried again . Both the \Vilsons and Rhodes have been playing in the picked fifteens . The fifteen has won all its matches so far, but I fear they will find London Scottish, Blackheath and Richmond rather harder to beat than Rugby, East Sheen and Sandhurst. The Association team promises to be fairly good, and have not been beaten yet. Among the new men Farrant, Currey and Wilson (of Brighton College), seem to be the most likely to get their blues forward, while Jackson, a Freshman from Lancing, may obtain a place at back or half-back. At the river the " Fours " are attracting most attention, and some of the boats are very well-matched as far as can be judged from practice . B .N .C . are perhaps the fastest, though New will be hard to beat. Magdalen do not seem so good as usual . Trial eights have been out regularly, but as some of the best men are rowing in the Fours there is no chance of telling who will remain in the boats. The Theatre has as usual been occupied for a week by Mr . Benson ' s Company, and has also been visited by D ' Oyley Carte ' s Ruddigore " Company . A very good concert was given last week in which Madame Valleria and Madame Antoinette Sterling were the chief performers . I will end by congratulating E . W . Clayforth on his " First " in Final Schools last June, and I hope to see his two " Firsts " some day rewarded by a Fellowship . A . H . C.

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A the number of Freshmen is very satisfactory . At Trinity it is 184, whilst at Ayerst Hall it is 6 . Cavendish College has only seven Freshmen, and seems about to die a natural death . This is perhaps as it should be, as it is intended to enable boys of sixteen to enter upon a University course, and take their B .A . degree at the age of nineteen. Fortunately few of them do so ; many migrate to other colleges before they have been up one year, and not a few withdraw from the B

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University altogether without completing their course . The Warden has resigned, and a discussion is going on in one of the Church papers about the management of the College . The success of Miss Ramsay in the late Classical Tripos has given a great stimulus to the movement for allowing women their degrees . A numerously signed memorial has been presented to the Vice-Chancellor and Senate . The feeling among resident M .A .'s, etc ., seems against the object of the memorial ; at any rate, if women are to have degrees, some precautions must be taken against them having a voice in the management of men's colleges . A motion has recently been proposed allowing women to become members of the Union . We have not heard if it was carried. On the first day of the te rm Dr . Peile was elected Master of Christ's College in place of Dr. Swainson, He is the first layman who has been qualified to be master since the foundation of the college . Dr. Hort has succeeded Dr. Swainson as Lady Margaret Professor of Divinity. The river, as usual, at this time of the year, is covered with tub-loads of Freshmen and eights composed mainly of novices . The Coxwainless Fours took place last week, and resulted in a victory for Trinity Hall, who did the course in very fast time, although there is some doubt whether it was a record . The issue always lay between them and Third Trinity, who had two good oars in Muttlebury and Barclay, but a poor bow in Gedge, who was quite done in the middle of the course . To be beaten by only twenty-five yards under those circumstances was very creditable to them . Pembroke were in the final and made a good race with the Hall . The Heavy Fours come off next week, and King's and Corpus should have a good look in. Hutchings is stroking a Selwyn Trial, and Fausset, Crawshaw, McTurk, Bloomfield, and Bardsley are down at the river every day tubbing or being tubbed. At Rugby Football we have not been so successful as we could wish. The forwards are a poor lot compared with last year's, and to a spectator seem to know little or nothing of the art of dribbling. Methuen is the only exception . Morrison, from Loretto, and McGregor, from Uppingharn and Craigmount (who, by the way, will probably keep wicket for the 'Varsity next year), are two good threequarters among the Freshmen . At present, our chances against Oxford are not too rosy, but an improvement in the forwards will give the backs a better chance of shewing their excellence . Of Old

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Peterites, Spencer is Captain of Christs XV , C . B . Clarke is playing for Corpus, Crosthwaite for Pembroke, and French for Queen's. The Association XI . promises to be quite as strong as last year, Lindley is captain, and Pike, who did not play last year, is secretary. Borrow, Corpus, Ford, King's, and Newberry, john's, of last year' s XI . are also up, and form a good nucleus. Cotterill, Veitch, and Gosling are the best Freshmen . The weak point in the XI . is at half. Probably A . M . Daniel, who is captain of Trinity Rest, will fill one of the vacancies. The Freshmen's Sports brought out no good material, except Cotterill for the long jump, and Wilson for the mile . The former cleared 20 ft . 3 in ., and took off well before the mark, whilst the latter finished quite fresh after running the mile in 4 mins . 5o secs. T . P. Clarke was the only Old Peterite entered, and seeing that he has had no coaching, put the weight well. The "CEdipus Tyrannus " promises to be a great success at the Theatre Royal on November 22nd, and the four following days . The chorus have been described to us by one who knows, as going at it "like young bulls" in reading their parts, so that we shall expect a high standard of excellence . No lady will assist this year . Platts, of Trinity, will take Jocaste, and the chorus of Theban Elders is composed of fifteen chosen voices. We cannot close without wishing the school, under its new head master, as great success as it had in the past . The number of Old Peterites in residence is probably larger now than it has ever been. The following is the list :—R . T. E. Fausset, F . E . Robinson, C . B. Clarke, H . McTurk, G . B . Bardsley, Corpus ; A . M . Daniel, L . W. Pickles, T. P. Clarke, Trinity ; P. E. Lord, H . Bloomfield, Clare; R. Crawshaw, R . Crosthwaite, Pembroke ; W . Barnby, L . Hutchings, Selwyn ; A . Spencer, Christ's ; T . H . Little, Trinity Hall; T. H. Martin, St. John's ; H . B . French, Queen's ; E . W . Crabtree, St . Catherine's ; O . W . 1Vhaley, Caius. We are glad to see that 1V . G . Wilson has been playing half in the Oxford Rugby XV ., and hope he will be a fixture . REF.

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us of the importance of a careful cultivation of our mother-tongue, telling us that it would be in it alone, that we, being Englishmen, should be able to clothe our ideas and give expression to our sentiments, and that with its help alone should we obtain distinction in that station of life to which we might be called . He next reminded us of the importance and necessity of perfectly distinct articulation, and, of keeping our language free from all provincialisms or mannerisms that might tend to shew the country, county, or locality from which we come . He also told us of the value of an unaffected and natural delivery ; and of the importance of being fully conversant and perfectly acquainted with the matter we desired to impart to our hearers . He warned us against a mechanically rhythmic delivery, which, he said, would spoil the finest literary composition, if resorted to, and against monotonous and unfeeling rendering of emotional passages . The Reverend Canon concluded his introductory remarks by advising us to choose some model in the art of Elocution whom we thought to approach perfection therein, and zealously and pains-takingly, though without blind selfish adherence to his every custom, strive to imitate him . He then proceeded to read us several passages of varied character to illustrate his instructions . The extracts he choose were, Macaulay's " Execution of Monmouth," " The Bells," by E . A . Poe, " The Falls of Lodore " (Southey), " The Story of King J ohn and the Abbot of Canterbury, " and Macaulay's Story of Horatius ." The inimitable rendering of these selections was received with the enthusiastic appreciation it so richly deserved. The head-master then thanked Canon Fleming for the great treat he had so kindly given the School, adding that we were considerably indebted to Canon Fausset for our entertainment and instruction, for he had kindly interested himself in procuring it . Canon Fleming then made a suitable reply, speaking of the great pleasure he had in trying to influence young minds to take interest in a subject of which the importance of which could hardly be over rated . He said, the felt flattered by the careful attention with which the School had listened to his lecture, and should feel amply rewarded if he could persuade himself that he had done something to influence us in the way he had mentioned. He also expressed a hope that he should be able to find time on his next visit to York to come more frequently and endeavour to give us the benefits of his experience . After a few words from Canon Fausset the proceedings terminated, the School having thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the efforts made on their behalf.

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SCHOOL LETTER. HIS term began under the rule of a new Head Master, and we are

T glad to congratulate Mr . Handford on so soon having won our hearts, and so successfully fulfilling a position, the difficulty of which is enhanced by the lively remembrance left among us of the worth and many good qualities of our late Head Master, the Rev . H . M Stephenson . Mr . Handford is conspicuous for the zealous interest he takes for the welfare of all games, and in fact, everything connected with the School, that he can forward or help to improve. The football season is now in full swing, and the XV . have done fairly well, considering they have been deprived of the services of their Captain in two matches . Ripon, Thorparch, and Leeds have been defeated, and the team are to be congratulated on the successful issue of the struggle against Durham, which contrasts so favourably with the records of the last few previous years . As a new institution, we may mention the Junior pick-ups after the Senior game ; which, if we may judge from present form, will go considerably towards developing football talent for the School in years to come . We may here too explain the difficulty of arranging and team matches, since all the York Schools now play the Association game, and our Second XV . this year are too light to oppose teams of men. The Theatricals, thanks to the zealous and self-sacrificing efforts on Mr . Yeld' s part, are progressing favourably, and though it is almost too early to prognosticate, we feel no hesitation in saying that the performance this year will hardly fail to equal that of previous years. To conclude, we would remind the School of the value of the virtue of punctuality . Let its members reflect that all efforts made on their behalf, and for the School's advancement will be ineffectual, unless warmly seconded by their support ; and such support can only be given by attention to apparently trifling details, of which the one we have mentioned is by no means the least important.

PRESENTATION TO THE BISHOP OF BATHURST. TESTIMONIAL was presented to the Rev . Canon Camidge, the

A newly-appointed Bishop of Bathurst, on the afternoon of Friday,

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portable case, as a token of the respect and esteem felt by the boys of the school of which his lordship was formerly a member . Before the ceremony a short devotional service was held in the Chapel . The service was conducted by the Rev . G. T . Handford, the head master, and there were present, besides the Bishop of Bathurst, the Dean of York, the Rev . Canon Barnes-Lawrence, Rev . Canon Fausset, Rev. Canon Raine, Rev . Canon Hudson, Rev . T . J . Clarke, Rev. E. A. Lane, Rev . C . Williams, Rev . J . E . M . Young, and the following masters of the school :—Rev . C . R . Gilbert, Mr. F. M . Scargill, Mr . G. Yeld, Mr. J . L . Freeman, and the Rev . W. O . F . Campbell . The lesson was read by the Dean, and an eloquent sermon was preached by the Bishop of Bathurst from Eccl . i . 18 . " He that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow . " He shewed there was something more than human knowledge wanted to give real happiness, for mere earthly learning was constantly fading and passing away . Earthly knowledge was necessary as far as the world was concerned, but they must remember that no matter how they might excel in worldly knowledge, except the love of God was shed abroad in their hearts, they were only working for time and not for eternity . At the conclusion of the service, the hymn, " Hark the sound of holy voices," was sung, Mr. Sample presiding at the organ, and at the close, the benediction was pronounced by his lordship. The boys, and a large company of ladies and gentlemen who had attended the service, then proceeded into the great school-room, where the ceremony of presenting the Bible was performed . The Dean of York presided, and there were also present besides the rev. gentlemen already named, the Rev. F. Peel, Mr . F . J . Munby, Mr. T . B. Whytehead, Dr . Naylor, and Mr . Sampson. The Chairman said he did not think it was possible to conceive of a pleasanter object than that which drew them together that day . On the one hand, it must have been exceedingly pleasing to their right reverend friend, who was about to leave them, to go back and think, in almost the last hours he would stay in England, of the old associations and school life . Though he no doubt would have noticed many changes and felt the absence of many kind faces with whom he was associated, he was sure it was a great pleasure for him to go there amid those associations once more, and to realise the wisdom of all that he was taught, and the value of the discipline which he endured . He was now greeted by new faces and warm hearts, who had drawn him there that he might receive from them an encouraging assurance of their

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good wishes, and congratulation upon the work he had undertaken On the other hand, he was sure it was a great pleasure to see their young friends, the rising generation, growing up so rapidly to take the places which they for a short time were filling in this world . He felt that it was a great pleasure to the boys, and a great privilege to those assembled, to have an opportunity of doing that day what they were about to do ; because they had the privilege of meeting one who was doing what he was sure all parents wished their sons to do, and that was to make life a great reality . Their friend . Bishop Camidge, might have chosen for himself the pleasing paths of life, and done just as much and just as Bale as suited his convenience ; to have lived what he might call a self-pleasing life, with very much self-indulgence . But instead of that, they saw he had shown himself ready to give up one of the most pleasing posts any one could occupy, and depart from all associations of home society and friends to go to the other side of the world, and devote himself for years to come amongst strangers and amid circumstances which had peculiar and special difficulties, and which needed ad the earnestness, faith, and power which were possible, to enable him to overcome . He was certain that there could not be anything more desirable than such an opportunity as the present, and he hoped all those who took part in that testimonial were doing it not merely with a feeling of personal. regard to the Bishop, and not because they felt that all the boys of St . Peter's should do so as a duty owing to him, but he did hope that it would be because they desired to show and recognise, as far as they were concerned, the great honour which was being conferred upon him in being made Bishop of Bathurst. He (the speaker) thought they were making that presentation because they wished on their part to show homage and respect to a man who was taking his life, and showing himself determined to do his duty under all the circumstances of life to which God had called him, and devote his life and real active services to God, and to endeavour to promote the welfare of God' s people to the utmost of his ability . He hoped that the proceedings that afternoon would shed their happy influence on every one, and he trusted their good friend the Bishop, when far away, would be assured and encouraged by that token of the boys' sympathy. He hoped they would make a resolution that whatever their future might be, they would be real earnest men to do their service and duty, and not live in idleness and self-indulgence, but to serve their God and country . (Applause.)

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The CHAIRMAN then called upon The Captain of the School, A . C . Clarke, to make the presentation and address the Bishop . He said : "As representative of the school, I beg you to accept this bible . We give it as a memorial of school-fellowship, and as a token of goodwill . We all wish you most heartily success and prosperity in the new position to which you have been called, and you may be sure that the very good wishes of St. Peter's School will always follow you in your new life. " (Applause .) The bible was then handed to the Bishop . Inside the cover was the following inscription, beautifully illuminated, and given by Mr. Sampson :—" Presented by the Royal School of St. Peter, York, to the Right Rev . Charles Edward Camidge, Lord Bishop of Bathurst, as a memorial of school-fellowship and a token of goodwill . Nov. 4th, 1887 ." The Bishop of Bathurst in acknowledging the gift, said he wished to them most heartily for the very beautiful present, and he could assure them it would be an extremely valuable one to him . They had given to him the best book of all, and it had been put in such a portable form that he believed, and hoped, it would accompany him in many long journeys, and, as the Dean had said, it would cheer him often when surrounded with many difficulties . He was leaving behind many kind friends in Yorkshire, and, in fact, one never realised what the Yorkshireman ' s heart was until some circumstance, such as that, crossed one ' s path . After alluding to some of the old masters, he said there was one who was the teacher of his boyhood, and who was one of the dearest friends he ever had at school or in later life—he meant Archdeacon Hey . (Applause .) His memory was the dearest and the sweetest to him, and he never could forget the great kindness which he always received at his hands, and any little success lie (the speaker) had in life he believed was largely due to Archdeacon Hey's counsel in early days and advice in late years. It seemed that very great improvements had taken place in schools of the present day, when the teaching was very much more satisfactory the boys far being better fitted for their future in life . St . Peter' s School had fully participated in those advantages, and under the mastership of Mr . Handford—for he saw he had gained their hearts already—(applause)—he was sure the education of that school would be most successfully carried on . It was an important thing for a boy when he entered upon his school life, to mix with a variety of different individuals, some of whose lives he himself would

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mould for the future, and some of whom would mould his life. They always met with new temptations and difficulties . He hoped they would all try to recollect that the best and truest education which it was most important for everyone to learn was that he should be trained in the fear and truth of the Lord . They must do their very best while at school, and take the greatest possible interest in it . They were to remember education could not be gained unless they put their own minds to it, and remember that punctuality, perseverance, and attention to details, were very important things . He did hope that the future of that school would be a very good one, and he should take to his distant home very deep interest in its future welfare, and trusted to hear some day or other that another Australian missionary had gone out from St . Peter's School also . He begged to thank them very much . (Loud applause .) The Rev. G . T . Handford said that he wished to give, on behalf of the School, their very best thanks to the visitors in helping them to do honour to the Bishop of Bathurst. He spoke of the origin of the presentation, and said that he believed that every one of the boys in the School had more or less contributed with feelings of sincere goodwill . (Applause .) Hearty cheers were then given for the Bishop, the Dean, and the Head Master, which concluded the proceedings.

FOOTBALL. v . OLD BOYS. ITH this match our season began on Oct . 4th . The School won the toss, and decided to play down-hill . Mitchell stopped the Old Boys ' kick-off, and a scrimmage was formed about the middle, and the ball was gradually worked into the School half, where W . G . Wilson, after a series of scrimmages, getting the ball, passed to Rose who ran over . The kick at goal failed . After the drop out the School forwards playing with great energy and pluck, carried the ball into the enemy 's 25, and for a considerable time pressed their lines, and Gofton nearly succeeded in dropping a goal . By half time the Old Boys had worked the ball back to the middle, and in the second half they carried it down into the School territory, where they were enabled to score rapidly, chiefly owing to the well-combined passing of W . G . Wilson, R . D . C. Rose, Rhodes, and Lord . Soon Chadwick taking a pass intended for

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Rhodes ran in behind, and Gofton landed an easy goal . The Old Boys again pressed us until just before the call of time, when the School pulled themselves together and cleared their lines . Time was now called, leaving the Old Boys winners by 5 goals 4 tries 4 minors to r goal 2 minors . For the winners, W . G . Wilson, R. D . C. Rose, P . E . Lord, and H . W . Rhodes, played a splendid game behind, knowing each other ' s tactics perfectly, while forward Clarke, J . H . G . Wilson, and Gabb played well . Our team as will be seen from the score have still much to learn . Metcalfe at back, did as well as could be expected for a first appearance . Of the three-quarters Gofton played splendidly, doing an immense amount of work ; Chadwick ran very fast, but in a defensive game he should pay more attention to the three-quarters opposite him ; Birks also was fairly fast, but he should kick more and play a more scientific game, he is a good tackler, and ought to develope into a good three-quarters . Hood at half played a good game, and Leaf did fairly well, but both ought to stand a little further behind the scrimmage, pass quicker, and keep the forwards informed of the whereabouts of the ball, and especially pay more attention to punting into touch . The forwards were splendid in the pack and the field when the ball gets into the hands of the opposing backs. carried every scrimmage, but they must loose quicker, and spread across Another of their bad points is following up, they seem to think that the ball has to come to them, instead of their going to the ball . Allan and Mitchell are notable exceptions to this rule, and the other forwards would do well to imitate them.

v. RIPON G .S. N Saturday, October 15th, our XV . travelled to Ripon, there to encounter the Grammar School . Rain fell in the morning, but (luring the afternoon it fortunately kept off, and a fair number of spectators mustered to see the match . St. Peter's winning the toss Wrangham started for Ripon, and a scrimmage was formed half-way. Our forwards began in excellent style and carried Ripon to their 25, where, after a few scrimmages, Leaf passed well to Chadwick, who rounded his opponents and gained the first try . Gofton failed at the place, which was from near the touch-line . Ripon, after the kick-out played with great determination, Ragg and Sykes being conspicuous. Our forwards, however, were not to be denied, driving them hack to their 25, where Leaf after a short run transferred to Gofton, who in turn

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ran and gave it to Chadwick, who sprinted round and gained the second try. Gofton again failed at the place, which was a difficult one . Half time was shortly afterwards called . Gofton kicked off, and Ragg returning, a scrimmage was formed half-way . Ripon now played with great spirit, and driving us back, compelled us to touch down . This success was temporary, as our forwards were soon in their territory again, where Leaf again got hold and passed to Gofton, who ran and passed to Chadwick . He ran round his opponents in good style and gained the third try . The place by Gofton was again a failure . The remainder of the time was spent in Ripon territory, and at call of time, our score was 3 tries and 4 minors to r minor. For Ripon, Ragg and Sykes behind, and all the forwards, played excellently . For us, Birks at back did all he had to do in splendid style ; the team might with advantage imitate his dash in tackling . At three-quarters, Metcalfe made a very creditable debut, but he should run faster when he gets the ball, and not put his head down in dodging . Chadwick ran splendidly when he endeavoured to round his opponents ; if we may be allowed to say so he must not dodge, it is not his forte ; he otherwise made a very creditable display . Gofton played brilliantly, passing most unselfishly, and kicking with great effect . Turning to the halves, Hood was really excellent, never having before displayed the form he did in this match. Leaf also showed decided improvement, but he must not wait and consider what to do with the ball . Now a word of advice to the backs generally : kick more . None of them, except Gofton, resort half as often as they should to this most useful art. All the three-quarter backs can kick, and it is piteous to see a three-quarter waste his strength in a tiring rush when a good punt would have done the work as effectually . The half-backs too must kick more ; pick ups afford every opportunity for practise in this department . The forwards played excellently throughout, there was hardly any fault to be found with them ; they will perhaps excuse Allan, Crosthwaite, and Mawson being singled out for special mention. v . THORPARCH. This match was played on the school ground on October 22nd. The school lost the toss and kicked-off down hill . In the first half Birks ran in near the touch line . Wilkinson also gained one and Chadwick two tries, the kicks at goal being failures . After half time Leaf and Mitchell each secured a try, none of the kicks at goal being

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successful . Thorparch failed to score . The play of the school on this occasion cannot be called brilliant, the forwards apparently being utterly out of their element, while the backs, with perhaps the exception of Hood, were equally feeble. This may be partially accounted for by the absence of their captain, which necessitated their positions in the field undergoing some slight alteration.

v . BANK CLERKS. This match was played on our ground . We won the toss and our opponents kicked-off. During most of the first half of the game we were kept on the defensive, until shortly before half time Allan and Hood took the ball into their quarters, where it remained until half time was called. Play (hiring the second half was much the same, until Thorpe getting hold ran and passed to E . Procter, who ran in. Huffam failed at the place . Shortly after E . Procter again ran through the whole team, and from this try a goal was kicked . The school now spurted, and kept their opponents on the defensive till time was called, leavingthem victorious by i goal r try and 5 minors to 2 minors. For the Bank Clerks, the two Procters did the lion's share of the work. The play of the school was slack . The forwards ' play was fair, with the exception of their unwillingness to back and follow up ; but there was sad lack of combination . However, Allan, Crosthwaite, and Mitchell played a good game, and did not slacken like the rest . The backs, with the exception of Hood, were positively wretched . Leaf either did not pass hard enough, or else almost drove the ball through a three-quarters . Birks at three-quarters would stand off side, and could not take a pass ; none of the backs kicked enough . Do kick, backs, sometimes . The spurt the school put on during the last five minutes, may be, perhaps, to be recommended in racing : but it is a practice hardly to be resorted to with advantage as a forlorn hope in a football match . The feebleness of the school play may be in a measure accounted for by the absence of their able captain, and their consequently being thrown entirely on their own resources . We might also mention that a bank clerk had to stand and watch the game in order that a better stranger might play. v. LEEDS G . S. Played at Leeds, Saturday, November 5th . The School won the toss, and elected to play down the incline . Leeds therefore kicked off,

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and for some time the ball remained in our territory, our forwards experiencing great difficulty in relieving it, owing to a general collapse on the ball, on the part of the Leeds forwards, whenever a scrimmage was being carried, and the slippery state of a foot-road which crossed the field of play . At last, however, our forwards were enabled to heel it out, and our backs, after a successful descent, ran into the Leeds 25. Leeds forwards then smothered the ball for a short time, but Gofton getting hold ran, and being collared passed to Metcalf, who cleverly ran in ; the place, by Gofton, was successful . After the kick-out, we again carried play into Leeds' territory, and Gofton made a good drop at goal, a touch-down resulting . Half time was then called . Gofton restarted, and our forwards preventing a return, a scrimmage was formed on the summit of the hill, where it remained for a short time until Metcalf got the ball, and after a short run was shoved into touch . A Leeds man, thirsting for distinction, picked the ball up out of touch, and set off for our goal, only to be brought down at the foot of the descent by Birks . We appealed against this on the ground that it was our ball in touch ; but the referee gave the point against us . This was the first time in the second half of the game that the ball had been in our ground, our forwards soon began to ascend the incline, and Hood after a most praiseworthy climb, took the ball well into the Leeds 25. Here scrimmages were formed, from which Hood got the ball, and after a brilliant run grounded it behind the Leeds goal . Gofton took the kick, and the ball hit the cross-bar and then bounded over it . In spite of the most earnest objections on the part of the whole of the Leeds XV. the referee decided in our favour ; Leeds then proceeded to object on the ground that one of their men had touched the ball, whereupon the referee reversed his previous decision ; expostulation on the part of our Captain being futile ; owing to the excited vociferation of the Leeds players and on-lookers . The School made good use of the two minutes left them to play, and Hood running through the whole of the Leeds team got in behind . Gofton again took the kick and landed a good goal . Time was then called, leaving us victorious by 2 goals r try and 4 minors to nil . Little may be said about the play of .Leeds ; their full back was far the best man they had ; their forwards preferred lying on the ball to playing the proper game . Our forwards therefore had little chance, but Allan, Crosthwaite and Napier played as well as could be expected under the circumstances . All the three-quarter backs played creditably and kicked well, Gofton being

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conspicious in that department . Birks at full-back, also collared and kicked well . To Hood great praise is due for the manner in which he. played, especially in the second half. He was deservedly rewarded by gaining two tries after brilliant climbing . Leaf also acquitted himself well, but should stand further from the scrimmage, especially in playing up a steep ascent . Fault has been found, perhaps not altogether undeservedly, with the School ground but compared with the Leeds ground, it does not fall far short of some sort of perfection. v . DURIIAM. On Saturday, Nov . 12th, we were visited by Durham School, and our most important match was brought to an issue . Gofton winning the toss, elected to play down hill . Perrett kicked off for Durham and Birks returned to the 25 . Our forwards, however, soon got to work, and breaking away, were not stopped till they had reached the half-way flag . Here scrimmages were formed till Chaytor and Perrett came away with a good dribble, and were not stopped till they had reached our line, Chadwick saving nicely . Gofton kicked out, and Mitchell backing up well, obtained possession and passed to Allan, who gained ground by a short run . Leaf then passed to Gofton, who was collared. Hood next got hold, and by a brilliant run carried play into the Durham quarters . Leaf next passed to Gofton who kicked, Broatch returning into touch . Play was kept in Durham quarters until Marshall by a good run brought it away, and we were hard pressed . Hood, however, relieved by a grand run, being shoved into touch nearly at half-way . Allan now came through the scrimmage, and dribbled well into the Durham half, where Jackson saved well . Half time was now called . After the usual interval Gofton kicked off, and Broatch by a good kick returned to half-way . Our forwards broke away, and were not stopped until they were dangerously near the Durham line• Wilkinson relieved by a good kick into touch . We returned and again pressed them till Jackson, Wilkinson, and Marshall by a splendid piece of passing relieved and carried the ball to our 25, where several tight scrimmages were formed, neither side gaining much advantage. Chaytor soon after dribbled over, but Napier saved grandly . Gofton kicked out, and our forwards rushing up, prevented Wilkinson's return. Durham now resumed offensive tactics, and Badnall passing to Marshall, the latter kicked dead . Gofton again kicked out, and the forwards again following up well, prevented Marshall's return . Wilkinson

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next got hold, and after a useful run was shoved into touch by Hood. Durham again carried play into our 25, where tight scrimmages took place, but the Durham halves were well looked after and could not get it away to their three-quarters . Hood then relieved by a good run to half-way, where it remained till the call of time, the score being Durham 3 minors to St . Peter's nil. For Durham, Broatch at back kicked beautifully, while Wilkinson and Marshall played splendidly at threequarters, Jackson doing best at half. Of the forwards, Perrett and Chaytor were the pick of a very good and fast lot. And now for ourselves . Birks at back played a fairly safe game, but did not collar with his usual dash . The three-quarters had not much work, most of it being collaring and kicking . Chadwick of course was not in his element here . He should, by the way, stand a good deal further off the scrimmage than he does when it is in front of him . Metcalfe also had not much to do, but he did not pick up so well as he generally does . Both he and Chadwick must kick more . Far more ground can be gained by a punt into touch than by putting your head down and rushing among a team of forwards . Gofton, as usual, was to the front with useful kicking, and collared and saved well. Of the halves, Hood played splendidly and saved in most dashing style, but he should pay rather more attention to passing and kicking. Leaf; also, did well, but again showed some of that hesitation which he must try to get rid of. The forwards have never played better, and if they only play like this in the four remaining matches, they need not fear the result of at least three of them . Allan was never seen to better advantage, and of the rest Mitchell, Crosthwaite, Mawson, and Bird, were perhaps the most conspicuous . We do not wish to detract from the others, performances in mentioning the above, for we have never seen any of them play better . Their combination, also, far surpassed anything we have seen this term . And now we may be allowed to find a few seemingly small faults, but in reality great ones . The first is the following up : it was certainly an improvement, but yet was far from what we should like to see it . The second is the passing : our forwards, with one or two exceptions, never think of passing among themselves, but when they get the ball rush madly along till they are collared . In this department Durham set us an example, which we should do well to follow. The last is the heeling out : our forwards won ' t, we will not say can ' t . heel out quickly . In this department too Durham set us an excellent example ; but we must close with

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heartily congratulating the team on the result of the match . We have suffered defeat at their hands since Lord's team of ' 84 played a draw with them . The following represented Durham : J . Broatch, back ; W . E . Wilkinson, L. W . Badnall, R . Marshall, three-quarter backs ; T . P. Alexander, N . Jackson, half-backs ; A . II . Chaytor, II . Perrett, E . Richardson, C . Hulton, C . Fogg-Elliott, F . Skinner, II . Walker, C . Robinsou, G. Longden, forwards, Referee, Rev . II . G. Ilopkins, York.

\Inrclr Lis'r. Oct . 4th. —v. . . Oct . 15th. —v. . . . Oct . 22nd .—v. . . Oct. 26th .—v . . . Nov. 5th .—v . . . Nov . 12th .v . . . Nov . 19th .—v. . . Nov . 26th .—v . . . Dec . 3rd .—v. . . Dec . 1oth .v. . . Feb . 4th .—v . . . Feb . 11th .—v . . . Feb . 25th .—v. . .

Old Ploys . . Ripon G . S . Thorharch Grange York Banks Leeds G S . Durham G . S . Bradford G . S . Durham ( S . Ripon G . S . Mr . Shircr's XV . . . Tadcaster '1'adcastcr Bradford

IIome. Away. IIome. I Ionic. Away. Home. Away. Away. Home. IIome. Away. Home, I Iome.

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. T HE Annual General Meeting of the above Club, will be held on ' Wednesday, December 21st, at 4-30 p .m ., at St. Peter's School. It is particularly requested that as many Old Boys as possible will attend.

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WILLLAM WILSON I'ALEY, WIIO DIED AT IiIMBERLEY, SOUTH AFRICA, OCTOBER 4TH,

1887.

In *ttmoviaut. WILLIAM ESTCOURT HARRISON. NE of the last of the living links which connected the School with

O its regeneration in 1844, has been snapped by the death of the

Rev . William Estcourt Harrison . Born at Aldborough Hall, near Masham, in the year 1809, he was educated at Ripon Grammar School, and afterwards entered St . Catherine ' s College, Cambridge, where he graduated in 1832 . Not long after, he took Holy Orders, and began

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his Schoolmaster's life along with Archdeacon Hey, in the year 1839, who had just been appointed Principal of a newly-established proprietary school in York . When Archdeacon Hey was appointed Head Master of St . Peter's in 1844, Mr . Harrison followed him, and remained with him until his resignation in 1864 . During the greater part of this time he had charge of the boarding house now occupied by the Head Master, and taught the third form . Mr . Harrison was vicar of Naburn from 1867 to 1869, in which year he was presented to the living of Sturton-le-Street, Notts . This cure he held until the time of his death, which took place upon the seventeenth of October last. Mr . Harrison possessed in an eminent degree those qualities which characterize a good master . Perfect fairness, complete command of temper, and thorough devotion to his work, secured him the respect and regard of all those who were boarders in his house or scholars in his form . After he became a country incumbent, he proved, like his old Head Master, that schoolmastering does not invariably (as it is often said) unfit men for the duties of a Parish Priest ; for the esteem in which his parishioners held him while he lived, and the regrets with which they followed him to the grave, afford an irrefragable testimony to the high character of the man, and the beneficent influences of his work . After a painful and tedious illness, borne with exemplary patience, he entered into peace at the ripe age of 78 years. W . C . H.

CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editorr of the Peterite. DEAR SIRS,

I wish through your columns to make an appeal, on behalf of the Theatrical Club, to the generosity and patriotism of the Old Boys. There has been a good deal of talk of late amongst them about keeping up the School and helping it on by every means in their power, and now they have an opportunity of putting their precepts into practice, by rescuing the old established Theatrical Club from threatened bankruptcy, and helping to place it once more on a firm and lasting basis . I hear that the funds of the Club, from one cause or another, are in no way sufficient to meet the expenses of the year, and unless this is remedied there can be no future performances . This is a time in the School's history, when, more than any other time of late years, it is most undesirable that any of the old Institutions should come to such an end ; if we wish to increase her reputation and so help her forward, we must not begin by allowing it to be said that there is not sufficient energy or patriotism among the Cld Boys to ward off such a danger as this, or that the School is too feeble to do now what she has done for years . - The Theatricals of the School have always reached a high standard, and will continue to do so as far as

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the efforts of the Boys and the experience and help of their StageManager go, but these alone without sufficient funds to properly stage or dress the play, will not ensure success ; and to prevent the lowering of the standard, or it may be the abandonment of the performances entirely, I beg the Old Boys to come forward determinedly, and by their willing contributions show their love to the Old School, and their determination that no selfishness of theirs shall help to lower the honour or reputation that St . Peter ' s deservedly has in the North of England . I am, yours truly, GEORGE H . EYRE. P .S .—I am sure that Mr . Yeld or J . F . Leaf will gladly receive any offers of subscriptions, which should be sent as soon as possible.

NOTES AND ITEMS. W . G. Wilson played half-back for Oxford University R .F. C . against Sandhurst. W . G . Wilson, H . W . Rhodes, and J . H . G . Wilson, have played twice in picked Fifteens at Oxford University. Rev . A . J . Warwick, B .A ., has been appointed Vicar of Thornton-inLonsdale, Yorks. H . W . Allan has been appointed Captain and J . E . Gofton, Secretary, of the Cricket Club for next season. H . W . Allan has been appointed Captain of the Boats for next season. H. W . Allan, J . F. Leaf and J . A . Easten have been appointed Librarians. N . Williamson is Captain of Rochester House F .C. A . Spencer is Captain of Christ's College, Cambridge, F .C. T . P . Clarke competed in putting the weight at the Cambridge Freshmen's Sports, but was not placed. The Editors beg to acknowledge, with thanks . the receipt of the following contemporaries—Lorettonian (2), Ulula, Sutton Valence, Magdalen College Magazine, Barrovian, Stamfordian, Alleynian. Rev . A. Chadwick, B .A, St . John 's College, Cambridge, was ordained Priest in Ripon Cathedral on Trinity Sunday. Rev. Canon Gray, Vicar of Blythe, has been appointed Rural Dean of Worksop. Rev . G . F . Browne, B .D ., is to preach in St . Paul's Cathedral on Sunday, Nov . 20th. W . G . Wilson, Worcester College, Oxford, played half-back for Oxford University Rugby XV ., against London Scottish, and secured a try . He also played against Sandhurst. F. A . Bulman played centre three-quarter in the two Durham County trials. He plays regularly for Durham University and for Durham City ; and is also on the Durham County Reserve List. The School branch of the Public Schools' Bible Union now numbers 98 past and present members . Those who wish to become members must apply for particulars to A . C . Clarke. I. Rymer has passed his intermediate Law Examination .

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FEBRUARY, 1588 .

No. 72.

THEATRICALS. NCE again the members of St . Peter's School donned Shakespearian

O garb, and once again they may be said to have scored a success. It was indeed no light undertaking, with so many actors of as yet untried prowess, to present the " Taming of the Shrew " before critical audiences in these days, when amateur theatricals are all the rage, and when York has been inundated with such performances ; it was a difficult task, but the difficulties were surmounted and the performance of 1887 may rank as one of the most successful achievements of a club whose histrionic efforts have not all in time past turned out abject failures. The arrangements, though not of course absolutely perfect, were as good as can be expected considering the size of the room ; and the unequal division of the audiences must be attributed to force of circumstances rather than to the committee ' s want of management . It was certainly unfortunate that, whilst on the first night there were a number of empty seats, on the second _night the room was inconveniently crowded. The hall was prettily decorated, and the proscenium—the renovation of which we owe to the generosity of the Rev . G . T . Handford and the gratuitous artistic talent of Mr . 'I' . H . Lindberg—and stage hangings were an immense improvement on previous years . The dresses and properties, always a feature of the performance, were as beautiful as of yore, and when all the actors were tastefully grouped in a tableau at the close of the performance they formed as pretty a spectacle as one could wish for. The new scenery, which was most deservedly applauded, was the work of Capt. T . H . Lindberg, and to that gentleman 's kind and self denying efforts is due in a very great measure the successful way in which the play was put on the stage. Space forbids of saying more ; our thanks however arc not less grateful because less voluminous .

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J . F. Leaf spoke the following prologue, written as usual by Mr. Veld :1857. God save the Queen, whose heart for fifty years IIas shared her people's glories, toils, and tears, Who wears a crown mere gems and gold above— The matchless jewel of her people's love. The sun that sets not on her realm, can find No true heart where her name is not enshrined, No, nor the home that hath not blessed her care When death or plague or earthquake bath been there. Be the porch shaded o'er by palm or rose, Be it Thames or Ganges at the threshold flows, Be it Kosciusko o'er the rooftree towers, Or soft Nilgiris smile enwrcathed in flowers, Or Earnslaw dreamlike shines in vestal white, Or Tongariro clouds the moonlit night, Or Nauda Devi in the sunset flame Glows like our Shakespeare's ever deathless name, At every hearth the honoured place she owns, —The honoured place—for we are all her sons. And mid the myriads of warm hearts and true This royal school presents its homage too. A year of changes, sweet friends, since last we met IIas cost us one we never can forget ; The Scholar, strong in genial wisdom's might, The Man, unselfish as the sunbeam's light ; Whose sympathy in joy, in grief, we knew, In true, strength's gentle-hearted kindness true; The Friend, whom very love for us constrained To chide for faltering hearts . yet near disdained On honest work a bright smile to bestow, Whether our efforts reached success or no ; Though that success was reached year after year, The world knows well,by Isis, Cain, and Wear, With Balliol, Trinity, with'Christ Church, Clare, 'With Corpus, Caius, and Christ's can witness bear— The Guide who taught us from True Wisdom's store, Nor taught alone, but ever walked before, IIas left us with the summer . Oh ! may all Good fortune can bestow upon him fall ! May Heaven with joy pay every sigh and tear That dimmed his way when he was with us here ! May blessings with increasing years increase, And bring the good man's guerdon . perfect peace ! But while we change, St . Peter's still lives on, And welcomes him who wins the vacant throne : We welcome him and his, and trust his reign Will still St . Peter's triumphs at the height maintain. We change—no more among us will appear, (a) One who for thirty summers laboured here :

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To many a Peterite with justice dear The kindly heart, the courteous gentleman, Who won men's love as only kindness can. (b) Another, too, has passed from us whose fame This hall has oft delighted to proclaim ; Whose many-gifted many-sided mind Refused to rest, refused repose to find, One triumph won still to another turned— Soft be the sleep his toils so well have earned ! Old Boys with joy fraternal we acclaim Who have done honour to this old school's name, First (r) him who, called far o'er long leagues of foam, Has left his mourning flock and Yorkshire home To rule o'er Bathurst's churches—happy they To gain so good a man—Heaven smooth his way ! (a) Another Peterite we rejoice to see Archdeacon in the city of the Dee. (3) A third in Leyden's halls of learning crowned. (¢) A fourth in many fields of thought renowned, At Cambridge made Professor ; and yet one (g) Round with the poet's laurel fairly won. Lo ! yet one more to grace our scroll of honour ! Health and prosperity to (6) Captain Donner ! Long may he and men like him sail the sea, And from the foeman keep our England free ! Nor is't on Seniors only Fortune waits When (7) Ernest Clayforth gains his ` First' in 'Greats': At (8) Selwyn, too, and (q) Caius we scored a goal, And one more (lo) Hastings' added to the roll, While (goals remind us) that good man and true (II) Wilson, the elder, won his well-earned ` Blue . ' Here, then (pro . tem . ), our chronicle is ended, And to your gentleness our play commended. Pardon its imperfections—they are numerous— And if, sweet friends, you can With plaudits humour us.

(a) Rev. W. E . Harrison, M .A ., Vicar of Sturton-le-Street. (6) Rev. Bryan Walker, LL.D., Rector of Landbeach. (t) The Right Rev . C. E . Camidge, D .D ., Bishop of Bathurst. (2) The Venerable Edward Barber, Archdeacon and Canon of Chester, late Demy of Magdalen Coll ., Oxford, School Exhibitioner, r880. (g) Rev. G. Edmundson, late Fellow of Brasenose Coll ., Oxford. (4) Rev. F. Browne, Disney Professor of Archwology, s8 i. (5) Rev. R . Abbaye, late Fellow of Wadham Coll ., Oxford, Author of the " Castle of Knaresborough." (6) Captain C. S . Donner, R.N. (7) E . W. Clayforth, Scholar of Christ Church, Oxford. First class in the Final Classical School, s887. (8) L . Hutchings, Scholar of Selwyn Coll ., Cambridge. (9) O . W . Whaley, Scholar of Caius Coll ., Cambridge. (so) J. G. Wilson, Hastings Exhibitioner of Queen's Coll., Oxford. (sr) W . G. Wilson, Exhibitioner of Worcester Coll., Oxford.

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The following was the caste : BAPTISTA, a rich gentleman of Padua . . F . MITCHELL. VINCENTIO, an old gentleman of Pisa .. .. . . J . E . EASTEN. LUCENTIO, son to Vincentio, in love with Bianca . . . . A . G . EGGINTON. PETRUCIIIO, a gentleman of Verona, a suitor to Katharina . J . F . LEAF. GRE :11I0 F . C . MCCLELLAN. • • } suitors to Bianca HoRTENSto J . E . GOFTON. TRANIO D . CARTER. • • } servants to Lucentio i BIUNDELLO . . . . K . E . T . WILKINSON. GRUM10, servant to Petruchio .. .. N . L. IIooD. Officer . . G. II . CHILMAN. Pedant . . C. LOVELL. Tailor . . .. II . F . CHADWICK. Haberdasher . . . . C . L. NAYLOR. J . A . BROWNE. Baptista 's Servant NATHANIEL . . 1 . . W. A . HUDSON. PHILIP . . I . . G . V . BIRKS. JosEPU, the Cook M . NAPIER. NICHOLAS R. C . T. LAYIIOURNE. } Pctruchio' s serving-men { PETER . . J. GARLAND. II . D . NAYLOR. ADAM . . ( RAI.I'H . . S . O. BINGHAM. GREGORY . .. 1 . . W . M . CARTER. J .. .. .. Musicians .. C . F . C . PADEL and Ii . D. IIINGSTON. KATIIARINA, The Shrew daughters to Baptista if ' • R . MOSS. BIANCA . . l . . M . H . CARROLL. Widow . . . . F . M . BINGHAM. . C URTIS . . C . J . N . C :1RTER.

Street Passengers, Pages, Servants to Petruchio and Baptista. For some reason perhaps not very hard to discover the actors were seen to better advantage on the second night, the first performance seeming to lack that vigorous spirit "which was infused into it on the second representation . To be perhaps hypercritical, one of the chief faults was that, with two or three exceptions, the actors did not speak out enough, in some cases were hardly even audible . This was specially noticeable in the last act, at the banquet, when many of the chief points were completely lost ; but the trying positions of certain actors, which the exigencies of circumstances required, go a long way in extenuation of this. There was also a certain marionette-like movement of the arms which might well be dispensed with. To turn to individual criticism. Giving " place aux dames," we cannot award too much praise to R . Moss as The Shrew ; he acted capitally throughout, and with an amount of spirit which anyone who had seen him before as Hero could scarcely have believed him capable of ; his get-up was superb, and his

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management of his "entanglements" was conducted with a feminine grace that was most captivating. M . H . Carroll, as Bianca, was hardly so much at home, but his debut was really most commendable, his coquetry with Lucentio over the Virgil being very good . He was at his worst when he walked ; here shewing his previous experience in the government of petticoats. The most noticeable thing about the Widow was a vast expanse of arm, which being shapely was worthy of appreciation. Curtis was excellent ; C . J . N . Carter spoke distinctly and acted well ; great things may be expected of him in future years. Of the male characters, Leaf as Petrruelaio certainly carried off the palm ; he understood his part and entered thoroughly into it ; he also spoke distinctly and was free from those clock-work movements which characterised some of his fellows . His rendering of the prologue, however, was very poor . He seemed to be muttering it to himself rather than saying it to the audience, and with the exception of a word here and there it was in a great measure lost. Gofton, as Hortensio, acted consistently well ; he was unfortunate in not having a part so well suited to him as that of last year. McClellan seems unable to throw himself into his part ; instead of Gremio one saw McClellan speaking Gremio's speeches . He however described with some spirit the scene in the church. Baptista was good ; his painstaking rendering of senile foibles being often praiseworthy. Vincentio and the Pedant performed most creditably ; they were novices, and had not the easiest parts. Hood, as Grumio, was very comic, often bringing down the house with his able renderings of the wily serving-man's humorous propensities. Wilkinson, as Biondello, was most interesting, and showed considerable ability. E . S . D . Carter, as Ti-anio, was also good ; but he was very often inaudible. Egginton was not so much at home in his part of the love-sick Lucentio, as in that of the sprightly Beatrice ; he still deserves no small meed of praise, but his good points were often sadly marred by his faulty elocution. Petruchio's serving-men did not seem to object to any amount of horse-play ; it was lucky for them that their master ' s whip would get

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confused with his cloak, or they might have obtained many practical souvenirs of his attention. The Tailor, Haberdasher and servants acquitted themselves well; and our best thanks are due to the musical ability which so very successfully favoured us. To the fact that Mr . Yeld was the guiding spirit of the undertaking may be largely attributed the play's success . This, however, goes without saying : and as worthier pens than mine have ere this endeavoured to assure him of Peterite gratitude, I will forbear to add more. The rest of the staff were efficient as usual, and everything passed off without a hitch . The large concourse of Old Boys on both nights shewed the extreme popularity among all sections of the school public of this time-honoured histrionic institution ; and the double re-call of the actors on the second night, and the enthusiastic appreciation of the audiences may testify to St . Peter's that not the least notable among School successes has been their second rendering of the " Taming of the Shrew . " D . U . R.

SCHOOL LETTER. S nothing very important has transpired since the last School

A Letter was written except the holidays, there is a consequent lack of interesting matter for it . The Theatricals, thanks to Mr . Yeld and other kind helpers, were eminently succesful, but of these more elsewhere. Football is again in full swing, though it will soon have to give way to Rowing . There are two vacancies in the 1V ., Mawson having left and Crosthwaite being unable to play any more . New goal posts have been erected on the Bottom Ground, to add superior attractions to the Junior game . Speaking of football, the lamentable lack of attendance at the games on the part of every section of the school save the schoolhouse, is most devoutly to be deprecated . Apparently the last smouldering embers of patriotism have been quenched for ever, and the piteous pleading or truculent threats of the authorities do not seem to have the desired effect of revivifying the dormant interest which every member of it ought to have for the School ' s Athletic prestige. The remissness of the general school-public has for some time been

27r remarked in heart-broken silence : many of the school institutions—and no one can be so degenerate as to be utterly indifferent to the success of all of them—bid fair to die a lingering death, unless a section of the school on which they confer the greatest benefit wakes up and lends them more hearty support than it is doing at present, a feat which is quite within the bounds of even its limited abilities. To turn to pleasanter themes, we congratulate Clarke and Allan on their successes at Cambridge, one at Emmanuel, the other at Caius. It is purposed to purchase two new school boats, the old ones being scarcely seaworthy : in fact the last time that dauntless heroes essayed the unharvested deep, their barks admitted such a quantity of that useful commodity as to render safe return a matter of some riculty. The Debating Society has accomplished its annual resurrection, the Rev. G. T . Handford having kindly consented to act as President, H. W. Allan being Vice-President and J . F . Leaf, Secretary. It is purposed by the authorities to attain some uniformity in the school head-gear, which will doubtless be an improvement : the only charm of the present motley collection being its extravagant variety.

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. HE second Annual General Meeting of the Old

Pete, ite Club was

T held at St . Peter's School, York, on Wednesday, December rst. 2

The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . It was unanimously resolved to place the Rev. H . M . Stephenson, late President, on the list of Vice-Presidents . Air . Dunkerley, subject to his approval, was then elected as Secretary for the Hull District in place of Mr . Thorney resigned . There was some discussion as to the advisability of continuing the West Riding District, but it was decided to make no alteration at present . The Secretary of the Newcastle District having resigned, the Secretary proposed to do away with the district in consequence of the few Old Boys resident iu 4l,e neighbourhood . Mr. J . Wilson proposed to substitute Durham, and Luis motion was carried by seven votes to six . Mr. Wilson then prupused that Mr. Holmes should be elected Secretary for the new district, and this motion was also carried . Mr . Pickles was then elected Secretary for Cambridge in place of Mr . Lord resigned .

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The question of the Club Dinner was also discussed, and it was finally decided to empower the London Secretary to make all arrangements necessary for holding one in London at the time most convenient to the majority of Old Peterites there, subject to due notice in the Peterite . It was also decided that a general dinner should be held in York at the end of the Christmas term, and notice given in the Peterite. Mr . Eyre then announced that he was obliged to give up his office of Secretary and Treasurer in consequence of increased work, and proposed Mr . E . W . Clayforth as his successor . Mr . Clayforth was elected . A vote of thanks to Mr . Eyre for his efforts in starting and carrying on the Club during its first year was then proposed by Mr. Crossley and carried unanimously. Mr. Eyre returned thanks and also moved a vote of thanks to Mr. Handford for presiding . Mr. Handford returned thanks and the meeting adjourned. It is hoped that in accordance with Rule vi, a list of members will, be shortly published and forwarded to all members.

OXFORD LETTER. T is with deep regret that we have to record the death of the President of the O .U .B .C ., Hector Maclean . So closely is the rowing interest interwoven with university life, that our sudden loss has caused the profoundest sensation in every Oxford circle . Well may we affix to his tomb the epitaph of the Greek poet,

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Our thoughts naturally turn to the river . The ' Varsity Eight has been much discussed and abused . At present, of course, it suffers from comparison with Cambridge, but it is rather unfair on such comparison to pronounce it decidedly below the average . For the Cambridge crew are said to be the best turned out for many years, and sanguine partisans go so far as to assert that they stand a ten to one chance of winning. We are content however to leave the issue to time, and will only point out, quite by the way, that it is entirely unprecedented for a boat to win the race that has attained, at so early a period of training, such an abnormal degree of perfection . There is such a thing as going stale . The Torpids as usual are said to be below

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the average, at any rate they are not as yet " things of beauty ." They have not however shaken together, and the pious ejaculations of the coaches are still awakening the echoes of Isis. The rowers themselves have not yet learnt the true value of cushions . Such being the case it is useless attempting to criticise them. Football is a sore subject . Suffice it to say we were fairly beaten at Kensington, and that Cambridge at their best, as they were that day, are one of the finest teams in England. In the midst of recriminations and howls of abuse, we are prepared to say that Oxford played their best under the circumstances, and that their apparent want of life was due rather to the heavy and treacherous nature of the turf than to any want of pluck . From the Parks to Kensington was a veritable transformation . College football has been raising a considerable amount of interest, and the Rc, 'ierc' has tabulated the colleges in order of merit, according to the points scored by them . From this it appears that Worcester heads the list with 75, followed by Magdalen and Trinity with scores of 46 and 32 respectively . St. Catherine's occupy the lowest place with a " minus " quantity of 56 to the bad, not without some competition, however, for Corpus and Balliol run it close with a " minus " 35 and " minus " 36. This term rowing has made great havoc with the various college XV's . Great interest however is felt in the meeting between Worcester and Trinity, as there are many ready to assert that the latter, in spite of statistics which must be taken with all due care, are the better team. As to the doings of Peterites this term, Rhodes is stroking the Worcester Torpid, while J . G . Wilson at 6, and H . Cobb at 3, are rowing in their college boats, Queen 's and Hertford respectively. One word before we close. We would thank Mr . and Mrs . Handford, on behalf of all Oxford O .P . ' s, for the kind and generous welcome extended by them to all who visited their old school at Christmas. Such a welcome must increase the esprit de corps existing in all ranks of Peterites, and will, we are sure, result in increased prosperity to the school . Q.

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CAMBRIDGE LETTER. RITING at the beginning of a term it is hard to find material for a letter without raking up events which have to a great extent lost their interest . Perhaps, however, we may be allowed to go as far back as the inter-'Varsity Rugby match, and indulge in a little exultation at the result thereof . This was highly satisfactory from our point of view, and there seems little doubt that the better team won, though the dark blues did not play up to their usual form . All our men appear to have done well, Duncan especially distinguishing himself. While speaking of football, we may congratulate Crosthwaite on getting his colours for Pembroke. It is rather early to say much as to the boat and their prospects, but the general opinion seems to be that they are strong and unusually well together for the time of the year ; none of those difficulties which last year hindered for so long the definite making up of the crew having as yet interfered with their progress . There are three old "blues " rowing including Muttlebury, while among the new men are Gardiner and Hannan who so nearly got places last year, as well as Bell, winner of the Colquhoun sculls last year. Owing to the operation of the new boating system, Peterites will not be very largely represented in the Lents, Hutchings as far as we can hear being the only man rowing ; he however is stroking one of the

Selwyn boats and wid no doubt do himself credit. To leave athletic concerns, Bloomfield has lately been elected Secretary of the Clare musical, while Fausset sang with considerable success at the Corpus " pop . " Of other old Peterites we have nothing to say owing probably to this being the slack season of the year, and their not having so much opportunity of distinguishing themselves. Charles Halle and Norman Neruda are soon to favour us with a visit, and will doubtless prove as attractive as ever to the musical. A new magazine, the Cambridge Fortnightly, managed by King's men has put in its appearance this term, with a view, we suppose, to cutting out the Review on the ground of superior literary merit, but unless the succeeding numbers greatly surpass the first its life is destined to be but short. We must not bring our labours to a close without expressing our pleasure at the successes of Allan and Clarke at Caius and Emmanuel respectively, where we hope to see them safely installed next October. U .C .H .

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FOOTBALL. v . DURHAM G .S. This match was played on the Durham G .S . ground, on November 26th . The School kicked off against the wind and for some time the game was carried on in neutral territory, and once Chadwick was within an ace of scoring . Shortly before half-time Durham got into our 25, and from a throw out from touch, which was disputed on the ground of being not straight, Marshall ran in and obtained a try, from which a goal was kicked . Half-time was soon after called, and the school again were very near scoring, Gofton being collared with the ball when only about a foot from the Durham line . The game until the call of time was very even, neither side gaining any decided advantage, and after a closely contested struggle Durham were victorious by r goal to 3 minor points . Nearly all the forwards distinguished themselves in this match, and most of the backs were conspicuous for useful kicking and collaring . Hood at half and Gofton at three-quarters being the most noteworthy, while Dirks at full back played a thoroughly sound game.

v. RIPON G .S. This match was played on December 3rd on the School Ground. The school won the toss and started the ball down hill, and the game remained in the Ripon 25 until Byers took the ball into our territory and \Vrangham shortly after gained a lucky try, from which a goal was kicked . After the school restarted the hall was carried into Ripon ground and Leaf got over, no goal resulted . Soon after Chadwick ran in, but again the kick was a failure . The school continued to press their opponents, and Metcalfe ran in ; Gofton landed a goal . Halftime was shortly after called with the ball in Ripon territory. At the commencement of the second half the school continued to have the best of the game for a short time, and then fell away in a most unaccountable manner ; during the next ten minutes Ripon scored no less than 2 goals and 2 tries . Then the school roused somewhat, and Gofton ran in from the half-way flag, kicking a good goal . Time was then called, leaving Ripon the winners by 3 goals 2 tries to 2 goals 2 tries .

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For Ripon, Wrangham, Byers, and Ragg played best . For St. Peter's, Allan, Hood, and Gofton were the most conspicuous. It is to be regretted that the matches with Bradford G .S ., and Mr. Shirer's team (of Headingley), were unavoidably broken off owing to severe frosts .

CHARACTERS OF THE XV. J . E . GOFTON (captain), r r st . 5 lbs .—A three-quarters with a great

deal of pace, which however he very seldom uses . Kicks and passes well, but is a poor tackler . As captain kept the team well together when playing, and his loss was sadly felt in some matches. Should remember the necessity of plenty of practice and impress it on his team. H . W . ALLAN, II st . 9 lbs .—A thoroughly honest hard-working forward . Dribbles well, and in following up sets the team an example they would do well to follow . Only wants more pace to become a really good forward . Does'nt walk casually after the the ball when the scrummage is broken as most of the forwards do. G . V . BIRKS, 11 st . I lb .—Full-back . Tackled with great dash in the earlier matches, but unfortunately fell off in the later ones. Would be far more effective if he could be induced to kick more . On the whole, the best back we have had since Brandt. N . L . HooD, r I st .—Half-back . A very dashing player, equally good in offensive and defensive play . Very good tackler but ought to kick more . If he played more scientifically would be more effective. F . MITCHELL, II st .—A very good forward . Works hard in the pack, and is good in the line out . Is improving in dribbling but still tries to pick up when he should not . Follows up hard and I generally tackles well. A . C . CLARKE, I St . I lb —Forward . Uses his weight in the scrummage and line out, but is very slow in the loose and in following up . Tackles at times . Should learn to dribble. A . CROSTHWAITE, 10 st . 7 lbs .—Forward . Unfortunately was injured early in the season when he was beginning to shew good form. Should make more use of his pace in following the ball .

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H . G . METCALFE, 9 St . 8 lbs .—Three-quarter back . Rather small for so important a position . Has shewn fair form throughout the season . Gathers the ball splendidly and kicks well, but is an extremely poor tackler. Io st . 7 lbs .—An untiring forward . Plays with great energy and perseverance . Works quite up to his strength, but should learn to dribble.

K . E. T . WILKINSON,

St . 3 lbs .—Forward . Works hard at shoving but is seldom conspicuous in the open . Can tackle well . Should try to follow up faster.

A . MAWSON, II

st . 2 lbs .—Forward. Rather inclined to shirk the scrimmage in order to be conspicuous in the loose . Good in the line out but his following up is conspicuous by its absence.

M. NAPIER,

A . BIRD, I I st .—Forward . Is seen at his best in the tight . Has

elementary ideas about dribbling . Tackles well . Trots after the ball. H . F . CHADWICK, Io st . 6 lbs .—Three-quarter back . Has immense speed which has served him well . His play however is unmistakably feeble, lacking any energy and dash . Should keep to his own side in running . Has good kicking powers and should use them more. A very poor tackler and defensive player. J . F. LEAF, 10 st . 8lbs .—Half-back . Has at times shewn fair form, but is very slow and seldom seems to know what to do and when to do it . Should try to keep cooler and should practise kicking. Is improving in tackling. S . O . BINGHAM, 10 st. 3 lbs .—Forward . Has played extremely well

for his age, and in time should develop into a good forward. Should pay more attention to dribbling and following up . Tackles well .

MARRIAGE. N Thursday, Sept. 29, 1887, at Largs, N .B ., Alfred Thorney, of

O Hull, Solicitor, Hon . Sec . Hull District Old Peterite Club, to Gretta, younger daughter of the late James Steele, Esq ., of Greenock .

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NOTES AND ITEMS. H . Woolsey, B.A ., of Trinity College, Dublin, Senior Moderator, Gold Medalist in Modern Literature (English, French and German), Second Class Honours in Classics, late Modern Language Master at St . John ' s College, Hurstpierpoint, has joined the staff of Assistant Masters. H . W. Allan has obtained a Mathematical Exhibition at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. A . C . Clarke has been elected to an Exhibition at Emmanuel College, Cambridge. J . A . Mawson has gained a Certificate of the First Division in the Second Class, at the College of Preceptors Examination. C . L . Naylor has been appointed organist of Emmanuel College, Cambridge. F . Ware has passed the Final Examination of the Incorporated Law Society. A . Peters, B .A ., has passed the Intermediate Examination of the same Society. F . K. Hattersley has passed the Examination of Mus. Bac ., at Cambridge. Rev . T . Adams, Principal of Bishop's College, Lennoxville, has received the Degree of D .D. W . G . Wilson (captain), H . W. Rhodes, and J . H . G . Wilson have been playing regularly in the York First Football Team during the Xmas vacation. J . H . Mallinson, Christ College, Cambridge, has taken his M.A. Rev . A . S . Carr played three-quarters for Northumberland County. L . E . Stevenson played forward for the Scotch International Rugby Team. A . M . Daniel played half-back for C .U .A .F .0 versus Notts Forest and Burnley. The Editors beg to acknowledge with thanks the receipt of the following contemporaries : Lorettonian (2), Barroz':an, Stanafoidian, Sedberghian, and Ulula .

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James Lumb, Esq ., of 5, Crown Office Row, Temple, E .C ., appointed to be a Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of the Island of Trinidad. His Grace The Archbishop of York will administer the rite of confirmation in the School Chapel, on March 19th, in the afternoon. A . C . Clarke and G. H . Chilman have been elected on the Boating Committee. H . W . Rhodes played three-quarter for O .U .R .F .C . versus Kent Rovers ; in this match W. G . Wilson scored a try .

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No . 73.

ANCIENT FOOTBALL ON THE YORKSHIRE WOLDS. N this article I do not wish to refer my readers at all to the ante-

I deluvian ages suggested by the word ancient . Far from it . I fully expect you will be startled at reading that I write of football started in 1618 and extending to 1868 . Put it is very ancient compared with the football of the present (lay . In the year 1618 the Earl of Burlington left a sum of money ( ;4''36o) the interest of which was to go towards a horse-race over the then open moor of Kiplin Cotes. This race-course, which has the reputation of being the oldest in England, is now enclosed, and for the greater part traversed by highroads . It is situated about three miles from Market Weighton on the border of Holdrness . The conditions under which this money was left were, that the race was to be run every third Thursday in March, between the hours of 12 and But here I digress too far from football . It would be as well to mention that Kiplin Cotes is in the middle of a large agricultural district . This race-day was a general holiday for all rustics far and wide ; and it was a time-honoured custom that the law had no force on that particular day . Sundry booths of no great pretensions supplied the wants of the rustic whose everlasting hunger and thirst are proverbial. Such was the gathering then, at which the football I wish to describe took place . The sides which represented villages or sets of villages were as follows :—Elton, Lund, and Cherry Burton versus Londesboro ' ; and Nunburnholm versus Market «- eighton . The sides did not, as now, consist of so many chosen champions, but anyone who came was welcome, and the more the merrier . The squire of the place, whose title was not on account of any financial superiority, but answered to the judges and colonels we encounter in Mark Twain, generally supplied the balls which were three in number . They were about the size of a 12 lb . shot, and were stuffed with hay .

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The first, and no doubt to the person concerned, the most interesting part of the proceeding was the passing round of the hat for this so-called " squire . " If his cravings for lucre were sated, he threw one up among the crowd, which, by-the-bye, consisted of two bodies, which represented infantry and cavalry, so to speak, footmen and horsemen . The infantry, evidently uninitiated into the mysteries of the countless dodges of modern scrimmages, generally managed to keep the ball for the small space of an hour or so, when possibly it got kicked to the outside of this dense scrimmage, and was promptly seized by some one more scientific than the generality of his confreres, and passed to a horseman belonging to the village from whence the scientific gentleman hails . The game now presents a different aspect— the person thus receiving the ball makes off as hard as he can for home over hedge and ditch . He is first attacked by those mounted on ponies and creatures of the asinine tribe, which was often well represented in these contests. Should he survive the attack of these, he now encounters foemen more worthy of their steel, consisting of the lusty yeomen mounted on steeds, whose breed was hardly thoroughbred, to say the least of them. All these difficulties having been met, and successfully coped with, he next faces a danger likely to freeze the marrow in the bones of the most valiant of men—he has to face the best football players mounted ' on the best steeds the neighbourhood can produce. He charges boldly at these, is received with a shower of blows, his clothes are torn, his back is literally flayed ; in a word he meets with the roughest and most brutal treatment imaginable. Should he ) as was, or rather is, very seldom the case, escape triumphant, his brows are wreathed with the laurel dear to Phoebus, and he is a hero for the year . When this has been satisfactorily dealt with, another ball is thrown up and the same proceedings are enacted . About twenty years ago, when the licensing acts came into force, the booths were stopped, and as the element that " maketh glad the hearts of men " was not obtainable, these football gatherings seem to have ended at the same time as the booths . I have troubled you to this length wishing to show you the state of football in some parts of England, even as late as 1868 . MURKI TAHK .

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THE CONFIRMATION. Monday March 19th, His Grace the Archbishop of York held a conO N firmation in the School Chapel . The chancel was decorated with plants kindly lent by Dr . Hingston Twenty-five candidates out of the School were presented . There were presnt at the ceremony the Yen. Archdeacon Crosthwaite, the Revs . Canon Raine, G. T . Handford, W. C . Hey, T. Smith, H. G. Hopkins, E . S . Carter, C . Williams, C . R . Gilbert, and W . O . F . Campbell, and the following masters, Mr . Scargill, Mr . Yeld, Mr . Freeman and Mr . Woolsey. The Archbishop addressed the Candidates from the text, " For the love of Christ constrameth us," &c ., and pointed out the very strong meaning of the original text, showing how forcible the love of God was towards man . He pointed out that they were presenting themselves to God to be living witnesses for Him . After the administration of the rite, the Archbishop again entered the pulpit, and said that they would doubtless on Easter Sunday be expected to attend Holy Communion . Some, perhaps, might persuade them that they were not cld enough or sufficiently righteous to communicate . He pointed out to them that they were not to stay away because they felt themselves weak, but rather avail themselves of such privileges in order that they might grow stronger in grace, and by that means be better able to resist that temptation which they would doubtless encounter. Much depended upon their conduct as to what the future of that school would be . A city which was on a hill could not be hid, and the influence of the boys who were educated there would be dessimated throughout many places . They would be able to stamp out any looseness of language and other impurity which might exist amongst them, and it depended greatly upon them as to what would be the tone of that institution in after days . He did not wish them to make good resolutions in their own strength, but by God's help to live good and holy lives. A hymn was afterwards sung, and his Grace pronounced the Benediction .

SCHOOL LETTER. INCE the last appearance of a Peterite very few events of a startling

S nature have occurred, and as few of an even interesting character,

consequently the task of the Peterite correspondent is heightened. A Confirmation was held in the School Chapel on November 19th

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by His Grace the Archbishop of York, when a large number candidates came forward.

Boating is now far advanced, the monotony of its performance having been varied by the usual high boating floods and the (now-a-days) weekly snowstorm . The new boats appear very satisfactory. A school cap consisting of a chocolate peaked cap with white crosskeys, not on a shield, is now being worn, and constitutes a great improvement in the school's toule ensemble. By the time this appears in print a most successful (we hope) concert will have been given in aid of the School Games Fund, for which we have to thank the energy of several musical friends. The School will row a crew of old Boys on April 13th, which will probably consist of G . H. Eyre (str .), G . 1V. Bulman, H . W . Rhodes, and J . H . G . Wilson (bow) . The course for senior events has been lengthened to the Waterworks, making a course of a little over a mile and a quarter, by which it is hoped the rowing of the School will be much benefited .

FOOTBALL. r . TADCASTER. This match was played at Tadcaster in fine weather . The School winning the toss Bromet kicked off against the wind and the first scrimmage was formed in the School half. The School soon got together and carried play into Tadcaster territory. The School tried hard to score but Tadcaster's defence was good . After a series o f scrimmages however Hood got hold and passed to Gofton who dropped a goal . Bromet kicked off and Metcalfe obtained a free kick for offside play . Iredale however kicked back and play was carried on in the School 25 . Soon after Gofton got hold and ran into Tadcaster 25 when Birks tried hard to score . Half-time was then called . Tadcaster in the second half had considerably the best of the play, and aided greatly by the wind they managed to scorer goal and 2 tries . The School playing well to the finish failed to increase their score and retired beaten by r goal 2 tries to r goal 5 minors . For the School Hood, Birks and Leaf behind with Allan and Mitchell forward were perhaps the most conspicuous. The return match was played on the School Ground . Our opponents kicked off against the wind, Birks replying into touch about half-way .

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Play went on in the centre, till Bromet got hold and ran in, a good kick at goal by Gibson just failing . Gofton kicked out, and the School following up well rushed into the Tadcaster quarter, and forced them to touch down . The enemy returned to the attack, and soon after gained another try by off-side play, no goal resulting . Half- time was shortly after called . Gofton kicked off, and the School by good following up prevented the return, and continued to press Tadcaster, who touched down . Bromet shortly after scored another try, the kick again failing. The School pressed their opponents for the remainder of the time, but failed to score, and time was called, leaving Tadcaster victorious by 3 tries, r minor, to 6 minors. For the school Hood and Birks behind and Allan, Thompson and Mitchell forward shewed best. The following represented the School :—Back, H . F . Chadwick ; 4 backs, G, V. Birks, J . E . Gofton, H . G . Metcalfe ; 2 backs, N . L. Hood, J . F. Leaf ; Forwards, H . W' Allan, F . Mitchell, A . C . Clarke, A . Crosthwaite, K . E . T . Wilkinson, M . Napier, A . Bird, S . O. Bingham, and H . Thompson. v . MR . A . O . JOY' S TEAM. York, 8th March . A win for the School by 3 goals and 5 tries to nil . The Scratch was greatly lacking in combination in addition to which three substitutes had to be requisitioned. Per contra the School were in good condition and played very much better together than is their wont. Under these circumstances the issue was never in doubt and the score at the close, of 14 points to nil, was perhaps representative of the merits of the teams . Gofton and Birks each ran in twice while Hood, Metcalfe and Allan were responsible for a try each, and the third goal was the result of a neat drop by Gofton . Gofton further placed a goal but the ball being touched in transit a try only was registered. Hood played a grand game and was very hard to collar ; Birks also made some very good runs but would benefit his side not less than his own shins by dodging more in preference to charging . Chadwick only got the ball once, but then he waltzed over three quarters of the ground in his own style . Of the forwards Allan, Mitchell, and Wilkinson were the pick, Crowther also showing promising form. And now a word to the forwards generally . Very great slackness is shown in packing a scrimmage and to many it may be news that the ball must be put down immediately on being held . Anyone watching a

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York City match will see how to remedy both these defects . They are serious ones and often in this match good opportunities were lost through "waiting for fellows to come up " before scrimmaging . Forwards on getting off-side or coming through the scrimmage must come out and go in again at the back . It is but rarely that the School forwards are seen to do this. It only remains to thank Mr. Joy for his trouble in raising the team and for giving us a most enjoyable match . Teams : ScxooL .—H . F . Chadwick, back, G . V. Birks, J . E . Gofton, H . G. Metcalfe, three-quarter backs, N . L . Hood, J. F . Leaf, halfbacks, H . W Allan, F . Mitchell, A . C . Clarke, K . E . T, Wilkinson, M . Napier, A . Bird, S . O . Bingham, D . Carter, and F . C . Crowther, forwards. MR . TOYS TEAM .—NOt to hand. v . YORK BANKS. Played on Ferris', March 7th, resulting in a win for the School by 4 goals, 2 tries and 2 minors to 6 minors . The Bankers started with a hurricane blowing behind them which they utilised, piling up those minors in which the Yorkshire son delighteth, but all tangible scoring was done by the School who leading off with a goal in the first five minutes ran up the respectable total of 14 points to nil, their opponents being outmatched at all points . Gofton secured 3 tries, Hood, Metcalfe and Birks each one . The School Team showed improved play all round in this match (because it was a winning game) and though the backs did the scoring the forwards did more than their share of work . Allan, Mitchell and Carter were the most prominent, while as the others were not much seen it may be opined that they were working well . As a body they are most unreasonably neglectful o f dribbling, while not a few never attempt to follow up or back up a runner . There are several heavy men who do not use their weight in the maul and apparently do not feel called upon to work out of it. Hood was in good form at half, but should vary his programme of going round the scrimmage occasionally . Birks played a good bustling game but will never excel until he learns to pass . Gofton' s kicking was excellent and Metcalfe ' s run in after intercepting a pass was the best individual piece of play of the day. TEAM .—H . F . Chadwick, back, G . V . Birks, J . E . Gofton, H . G . Metcalfe, three-quarter backs, N . L . Hood, J . F. Leaf,

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half-backs, H . W . Allan, F . Mitchell, A . C . Clarke, K . F . T. Wilkinson, M . Napier, A . Bird, S . O. Bingham, D . Carter, and F . C . Crowther, forwards.

OXFORD LETTER. OR a long time, until the last few days, Oxford has been almost buried

F in snow ; in the city itself, walking has been difficult and even dangerous owing to the "awful avalanche " from the housetops ; and as for the country, snow shoes alone would have made it passable, though we hear that certain enthusiasts, with a passion for scenery, mounted one of the neighbouring hills, and there stood up to their knees in snow, with soaking boots, gazing out over the familiar view in its glorious and novel dress. The river was frozen over shortly before the Torpids, and though tolerably clear on the actual night, still it was not wholly free from bergs . The violent gale which blew almost without cessation every clay, though it sadly diminished the number of spectators on the barges, considerably added to the excitement by increasing the number of bumps . Merton and Hertford made 7 and 5 respectively . It was fortunate for the latter college that they restrained the phrensy of joy which seized them last summer after their eight made 7 bumps, and found its chief expression in a desire to burn everything ; otherwise the new buildings, surrounded as they are with combustibles of every description, palisades, planks, poles, and straw, would doubtless have perished in the flames. Worcester and Queen 's, despite the aid of Rhodes and J . H . G. Wilson, were so unfortunate as to go down . The latter had exceptionally ill-luck—as they were fast gaining on the boat in front ;ha dingey which had broken loose, calmly placed itself in their way, so that they were bumped instead of bumping. It is pleasant to hear of the great improvement in the Oxford crew, which makes it probable that after all, though things 'looked so black at first, there will be a hard struggle. The football season was closed by the victory over Blackheath, which makes the record of matches . 16 played, 13 won, r drawn, 2 lost . A truly brilliant score despite the blot of the Cambridge defeat. The sports, which had been deferred owing to the horrible state of the ground, came off on the 6th and 7th ; the path was then in very

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good condition, and many of the events were so satisfactory, that Cambridge must beware . The hundred, mile, quarter, and broad jump, were all good ; while Cross and Pollock-Hill broke the record in the half-mile and three miles respectively. Politics and robberies have been rife in Oxford in the latter part of the term . Lord Randolph Churchill and Mr. John Morley kindly consented to speak at the Union . So large :a crowd was anticipated, to hear the former, that it was found necessary to issue tickets to members and exclude all others ; even the fair sex, to their great indignation, were excluded from the gallery . During the debate, a scout was detected in the house by a member ; in righteous indignation he applied to the Committee ; a messenger was sent to turn him out, but came back horribly discomfited . The supposed scout was a member of the Hebdomadal Council . In private business before the debate the question was asked—was it true that the noble lord had, in 187o, been turned out of the Society for refusing to pay his subscription ? Though the memory of the house did not extend so far back, the noble lord himself apparently confirmed this, as he said that though he had been a member when at Oxford, he had never spoken in the debates . With regard to the robberies, their authv.L (for it is believed that they are the work of one man) is either exceptionally clever or the police exceptionally stupid . In one evening he carried off property from no less than five houses, though detected at the second house, and pursued by the police, he got away and continued his rounds. The description of the robber is so peculiar and unrobber-like, that dark suggestions are rife . It is whispered that he resembles more than one college tutor, and that just as crimes ascribed to the Land League are often the work of the landlords, so this is a nefarious plan to augment the college income . B.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. HE term that has just closed is remarkable on account of the

T the melancholy interest attached to the Lent Races . The particulars of the sad event which brought them to such a sadder and untimely close on the third night, are no doubt well-known to everybody, and we need not comment upon them . Hutchings, who was stroking Selwyn, was the sole O . P . representative in the Races. We

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may, en passant, congratulate Daniel on obtaining his " blue " in the Association team. As regards the forth-coming boat race, the odds seem to continue in our favour ; the crew is a very strong one, and unless unforseen circumstances go against us on the 24th, we may reasonably expect to win. It is an open question whether or not we shall win the Sports . Is it presumption to expect that we shall? At any rate on comparison with Oxford, we slightly take the lead in the Sports held last week. It is really a relief to find that the Senate has decided by an emphatic majority not to confer degrees on women . Perhaps they will be quiet now for a short time. A mission was held a short time ago, its object being to propagate the doctrines of vegetarianism in its strictest sense . We have not heard how many conversions were made. Some startling " truths" came to light as to the pernicious effects of the universally adopted system of diet ; we felt frightened, but decided in favour of " ° beef and beer ." Finally, since the issue of the last number of the Peterite, an honour has been conferred on our late headmaster, the Rev . H . M . Stephenson, who has been oppointed Hulsean Lecturer for the ensuing academical year . All Peterites here, we feel sure, join in congratulations, and we hope that this may be only the earliest of a further acknowledgment of solid merit in time to come . S.

ADDRESS ON "CONFIRMATION" BY THE VEN . ARCHDEACON BLUNT. HE Venerable Archdeacon Blunt addressed the School in the

T Chapel on Tuesday morning, February the 7th, on the subject of

Confirmation . The preacher based his remarks on two heads, namely, the history and meaning of confirmation . In tracing the history of the rite, he mentioned that though it was not actually ordained by Our Lord, and did not form any part of His ministry, from which we could gather that he meant the Church to use it as an important religious rite . It was ordained by His Apostles, whose authority and example

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was to be followed next after Our Lord's . Their ceremony of the laying on of hands, which, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles, was attended by an immediate bestowal of the Holy Spirit, exactly corresponded in significance, as well as in form, to our rite of confirmation . The manifestation of the Spirit is distinctly stated in all cases of the laying on of hands by the Apostles to have resulted directly from the ceremony . The same rite is performed by the Bishop in confirmation, and in the words which he uses on this occasion, he invokes the outpouring of the Holy Spirit . After dealing summarily with the remainder of the history of the ceremony, which he stated had formed one of the chief rites of the Church from the apostolic days, he passed on to his second head, which he entered into more fully and at greater length . He explained at the outset the meaning considered etymologically of the word confirmation ; that it signified simply the confirming or strengthening of the person concerned in the faith of the Church. In confirmation no new vow or promise is made, but the old vow taken by the sponsors in baptism for the child, is renewed by him or herself. The infant, by the rite of baptism, is placed in the Christian faith, and promises by the mouth of his or her sponsors to adhere to it . In confirmation, having reached years of understanding, the child speaks for itself and renews the vow taken for it in baptism . After giving an illustration of his remarks, he concluded by urging any boy who had not yet been confirmed, and had reached such an age that he comprehended the meaning of the rite, to come forward for confirmation . If he felt that he was not prepared for it, and yet was anxious for being confirmed, let him give in his name at once, inasmuch as that state of mind signified a spiritual weakness which might be turned into strength by a renewal of the baptismal vow, but would certainly be increased by hesitation and indicision in this matter. On the other hand, let no boy seek confirmation in the idea that, as the step must be taken sometime, it might as well be taken now as at any other time . It is a step which once taken can never be retraced . Confirmation may either be a blessing or a curse to the soul, and which it is depends on the spirit in which the step is taken. In conclusion he urged us to show ourselves strong and ready to acknowledge God before men, for in that case nothing but good would result from confirmation ; if, however, forgetting the signifi; cance and importance of the act, we performed it without due reflection and preparation—not good would result from it, but much evil .

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DURHAM LETTER. HE limited time given for collecting news, and the still more

T limited stock of news that it is possible to collect, forbid a letter of any length ; perhaps it is as well it is so, for as there are so few Old Peterites up here at present, a letter of any length would, in all probability not be very interesting to the majority of readers . It is to be wondered at that more Peterites do not make use of Durham as it is so near York . On the football field, where Bulman has been distinguishing himself, we have been very successful this season, winning nearly all our matches, and shewing a great advance on last year ' s performance . On the river, training for the University trials goes on steadily, and what the result of the Inter-Collegian race at the June regatta will be it is hard to say . The Senate has given its final decision, and Durham will see no more races on the old course ; this is of special interest to us, for it will give us the City Cricket Ground, which is the best in Durham . The Senate is also giving 5oo for a pavilion on the new ground, and, considering that the University is notoriously deficient in " really athletic Dons," this strikes me as pretty good . I lay down my pen hoping to see more Old Peterites here in October. DUNELM.

MISSIONARY LECTURE. THE Rev. C . Child, Secretary for the Northern province of the Universiti es' Mission in Central Africa, delivered a most interesting lecture in the School Hall, on Saturday, February the 25th, on the work clone by that mission . He first pointed out its object, viz .—to carry out the work set on foot by Livingstone of liberating slaves and exterminating the . slave trade . After graphically describing its horrors— which he said were if possible now aggravated, requiring hard and more vigorous efforts on the part of the mission—he described the headquarters of the Society, shewing by a map that it was situated at Zanzibar, the great slave emporium of the world, where the Mission had been originally founded . All slave ships, he said, coasting down the East of Africa, used to touch here, landing part of their cargo for sale. On the exact site of the market the lecturer stated the cathedral of Zanzibar had been built. All the slaves who were liberated by our ships were brought to the Mission Station, and placed under care and

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tuition, taken into the schools and given an elementary education. After a short insight into their school life, the lecturer concluded with an appeal for the Mission, asking the School to support it, suggesting it should become the patron of one or more boys, for whose support an annual sum of about .4'8 was required ; informing us that several schools had boys thus under their patronage . In this way he shewed the full object of his society might be gained by training native teachers and missionaries to work among their own people.

EDINBURGH LETTER. INCE the last appearance of on Edinburgh Letter in these columns , and but two months ago, the University has sustained a severe loss, by the death of Professor Alexander Dickson. Sudden and terrible in its suddenness, was the manner of his death. He was enjoying his favourite pastime on the ice—that of curling— when he stumbled and fell into the arms of a friend, dead. It is needless to say that all those who knew him will ever cherish a gentle kindly memory of him, not only as a teacher, but as a fellowworker and friend . During the last few weeks speculation has been rife as to who would be appointed to fill the vacant chair, but now all such have been set at rest by the appointment of Prof. Bayley Balfour, of Oxford . The appointment seems to have given very general satisfaction to all those interested in the matter, and he will, no doubt, prove a worthy successor to the late Professor Dickson. The Union debates have been continued this session with varying success . The near proximity of the Exams . seems to prevent men turning up in any great numbers. The walls of the Union are beginning to rear themselves up beside us, and by this time next year, we hope the building will be quite completed and ready for use. Undoubtedly the greatest event in University social life this session, has been the great Symposium, which was held in the Drill Hall . The Principal, with a number of University magnates and distinguished guests, occupied a platform at one end, and the body of the Hall was filled with over 2,000 students . We should explain that this gathering was, more or less, intended as a sort of welcome to our new Lord Rector, the Marquis of Lothian . He did not arrive until sometime after the proceedings had commenced, and when he did, he received such a welcome as few but " Medicals " know how to accord .

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It must have been a strange sight to anyone unaccustomed to such scenes . The air so thick with the fumes of tobacco that one could scarcely distinguish objects but a few yards away ; the strains of the band mingled with the clinking of innumerable glasses and the noise made by the drawing of corks . After all it was an excellent entertainment in every way, and it will be long ere the scene fades from the memories of those who were present. On turning our attention to football, we find that the ' Varsity XV, though they have not done as well as was hoped, still have had a fairly good season . The following were amongst the more important matches : v . Edinburgh Academicals, and resulted in a win for the Academicals by one try to nil, after a very hard game . This result is, indeed, highly creditable to us, as the Academicals are considered to be about the strongest club in the kingdom this season. The match v. Bradford again resulted in defeat by one try to nil, and could only be accounted for by an entire lack of combination amongst the forwards . However, the result compares very favourably for us with the severe defeat Oxford sustained at the hands of the same club. The next match of importance was that v. Cambridge . Neither team had their full strength . The play was fast and brilliant, but from its commencement to its close our men were scarcely ever pressed, and they won a fine game by a goal and two tries to one try. We beat St . Andrews and the Institution, and drew with the Watsonians. It will interest all connected with St. Peter ' s to learn that L. E. Stevenson received his International cap against Wales . He also played for Edinburgh v . Glasgow, and for East v. West, in both of which matches he figured very prominently. He again played for Edinburgh v . Lancashire on March 3rd, and was in very fine form. Edinburgh won this match by the large score of four goals and three tries to nil. In the Scotch team chosen to play against Wales, the following are students of the University :—C . Reid (Capt.), M . C . M'Ewan, L . B. White, H . I . Stevenson, II . I . Chambers, L. E . Stevenson, and A . Duke ; most of the above are playing for Scotland v . Ireland on March loth . R. E. M.

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DEBATING SOCIETY. On Saturday, February r ith, F. Mitchell moved that " Horse-racing as a national sport is not to be deprecated," and was supported by K . E . T . Wilkinson, the motion being opposed by H . W. Allan . After a lively debate it was negatived by 13 to 7 . The following spoke. For . Against. D . Carter . H . Woolsey, Esq. N . L . Hood. J . F . Leaf. On February 18th, K . E. T . Wilkinson moved that " Home-rule would be a succesful solution of the Irish Difficulty ." The motion was lost by a majority of 14 to 4. The following spoke. For . Against. H . W. Allan . M . H . Carroll. F. McClellan . F . Mitchell. G. H . Chilman . A . C . Clarke. H. Woolsey, Esq. D Carter. N . L . Hood. On February 25th, H . D . Naylor, seconded by J . F . Leaf, proposed that " Capital punishment exercises a beneficial effect on crime," the motion being eventually carried by a majority of 13 to 8. The following members spoke. For . Against. H . Woolsey, Esq . N . L . Hood. M . H . Carroll . K . E . T . Wilkinson. G . R. Cook . D . Carter. On March loth, A . I . Hopkins, moved that " The Disestablishment and Disendowment of the Church would be unjust and infamous, " being supported by M . H . Carroll . The motion was carried by a majority of 21 to 2. The following spoke on this motion. For . Against. A . I . Hopkins . K . E . T . Wilkinson. D . Carter. A- C . Clarke. G . R. Cook. On Saturday, March 17th, H . W. Allan moved that "the construction of a Channel Tunnel is unadvisable . " He was seconded by E . W. Clayforth, K . E . T . Wilkinson also supported the motion, which was opposed by H . Woolsey, Esq ., and eventually carried by a majority of II to 6 .

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CORRESPONDENCE. TO THE EDITORS OF THE PETERITE.

Sirs,—I am anxious to know why we do not possess a school album. Is it that a school album is a rarer aids among public schools ? I believe not . I am quite certain that such an institution would be both interesting' and edifying to posterity . If the Captain and Secretary of the Cricket and Football Clubs, and the Captain of the boats—in our case one shape of many names—were only to take the matter into their hands, it could easily be done . I beg leave to suggest that an album be bought, to hold photographs of carte-dc-v sifc size, and that the photographs of all who have been members either of the XV or of the XI, or of the Regatta boat, be entitled to a place therein . I am sure there would be no trouble in buying one . If this suggestion should seem satisfactory to the aforesaid officials, I shall be ready to coutribute my mite to defray the expenses thereof, I remain, Your obedient servant, CURIOSUS.

Sir,—I should like to offer one or two suggestions which if carried out would in my humble opinion be a great advantage to the School. Incredible as it may seem there are some boys in this School paying over Z3 a year for subscriptions . And why? Simply because there are some, and they are many, who will not pay anything at all . The reason perhaps may be that there are so many subscriptions to be paid that they have no sooner paid one than they are called upon for another and so they think it best not to pay any at all . There may be other reasons, but one thing is certain—that they don't pay any . Now if the Sports were amalgamated and subscriptions were settled at the beginning of the year there would be no need of always calling on the fellows for subscriptions . A committee could be formed and officers elected for the year who could manage all the games. This system would be found to work much better than the present one I am sure . But, as regards subscriptions, if each member of the School paid 25/- I think it would be quite sufficient to defray all the expenses of the year. Subscriptions in the two houses are almost compulsory—that is, they are put down in the bill ; yet no complaint is made . Why could this not be done as regards the Day boys? It is useless to appeal to their loyalty to the School—that has been done long since ; and with what result? The state of the funds will shew. Taunting their loyalty to their School has no effect . They will not subscribe when entreated ; let them be compelled . It cannot prove worse than the present system. Youurs etc ., P AYALL.

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En *t inorta,n. CHRISTOPHER MATTHEWS W'VHALEY, DIED AT ASKRIGG, MARCH I2TH, 1888, AGED

17 YEARS.

NOTES AND ITEMS. Through the kindness of the very Reverend the Dean of York, a portion of the School, consisting of the Sixth Form and Choir, spent a very pleasant afternoon, in the course of the term, in the Minster. The Dean very kindly conducted the party over the building, detailing first the history of the Minster, and then pointing out all the most interesting features in it . The Crypt, Lady Chapel, and Chapter House, as well as different parts and windows of the Nave, were carefully explained, and doubtless many of those concerned that afternoon left the Minster with the feeling that " • not one half of its glory " had been told them before . We are sure that all most fully appreciated the kindness of the Dean in giving up his afternoon for their pleasure and instruction. REV . J . W . GREENHOW was lately ordained a Priest by the Bishop of Ripon. T . H . COLLINSON has taken his M .A. A . M . DANIEL has won his " blue " for Association Football at Cambridge. CAPT . B . I'ALMES, 1st Somerset L . I ., has passed the Exam . for promotion to a higher rank. REV . C . F . STORRS, Vicar of S . Paul' s, Bedminster, has been presented to the Vicarage of Ellacombe, Torquay. REV . CHARLES GRAY, M .A ., Hon . Canon of Southwell and Ely, and Vicar of Blyth, has been elected Proctor to succeed the Dean of Rochester in the Diocese of Southwell . Canon Gray is Chaplain to the Bishop of Winchester, and has been Fellow and Assistant Curate of Trinity College, Cambridge. LIEUTENANT WILLIAMSON, R .A ., while serving in Burmah under Capt . Triscott, was wounded on the 2oth February by a hostile body of Kachyeus, who had fortified a stockade near Molunging, commanding the passage of the Nampachoung River. REV . H . M . STEPHENSON to be Hulsean Lecturer at Cambridge for 1888. On Sunday, March r8tb, the Dean of York addressed the School in the Chapel on the subject of Confirmation. The Rev. P . Braithwaite, M .A . has been appointed Dean of Jersey.

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CONCERT. E have always been taught to believe that music hath charms to soothe the savage breast, and we have implicitly believed that statement ; but on April 6th it was amply demonstrated that it also possesses magic of another and more practical nature . On that evening a concert was given in the Festival Concert Room in aid of the School Games Fund, which has been for some time either non-existent or tottering on the verge of insolvency . For the very material assistance rendered, and for the esthetic treat provided—verily a feast of reason and a flow of soul—the School owes its very best thanks to Dr . Naylor and Herr Padel, who originated the idea and worked it up to a brilliantly successful termination, and also to Mrs . Handford, Mrs . Padel, Mrs . Naylor, and the other kind ladies who worked so indefatigably at selling tickets, that that success was always assured. The concert was attended literally "by a large and fashionable audience", the whole floor being covered, while the sides were filled with the exception of the immediate vicinity of the doors, where Boreas proved much too rude for the most enthusiastic devotees of music. The stage was beautifully decorated with most exquisite palms and flowers, kindly lent by Dr . Hingston, to whom we tender our best thanks, while we "kneel down, kneel down and wonder" at the possession of such a collection in this by no means balmy spring. No wonder the nine performers played like Muses in such a bower. The " Manfred " overture, despite a slight lack of unity, went briskly, and formed a lively beginning for the evening . Sterndale Bennett's trio for violin, ' cello, and piano, was artistically played, the lovely pizzicato opening being most skilfully done . The finale is most melodious, and in spite of a slip in the time at the end, went very well . Miss Brooks was best in " Lascia chio pianga ." !She rendered all her pieces : in most sympathetic style, and is the possessor of a very rich and sweet

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contralto, which, though somewhat lacking in firmness, was heard with great pleasure . Gounod's magnificent setting of "Oh, that we two ," was supplemented by 'cello obbligato, by Canon Hudson, to whom we are especially grateful for coming from Gilling to take part in the entertainment . A spectator of a botanical turn of mind, in our vicinity, wondered whether he took the 'cello with him on his maying expeditions , Herr Eckener selected for his solo, Vieuxtemps' familiar "Fantaisie Caprice, " a piece which enabled him amply to demonstrate his powerful tone and great command of fingerboard . The piece was very finely played, and he responded to an encore with a quaint " Legende," by Wieniawski . "11 dolce canto" by Miss Moore, was a brilliant specimen of bravura singing, while her talent in this style was further displayed by her rendering of Macfarrens' song, the last two verses of which had to be repeated. Chopin's "Ballade" was beautifully played by Herr Padel, and was very well received, as was Dr . Naylor's rendering of "Home, Sweet Home, " the audience so enjoying the distinguishing of the air amid the overgrowth of variations, that they vociferously recalled the pianist . Chopin ' s " Rondo" was delightfully melodious, but the best of the five duets was the "Tarantella " in which Liszt apparently predominates over Rossini ; it was brilliantly played with great dash and finish by Herr Padel and his pupil Miss Hammond . The Schumann " Quartett" was one of the best things of the evening . Of the two movements, the finale was the better in spite of a certain absence of expression ; is was crisply and well done, the violin especially being accurate and incisive . Canon Hudson gave a scholarly rendering of Mozart' s " Adagio ", his concluding harmonies being beyond praise, and the concert ended, somewhat Hibernically, with Weber ' s " Jubilee Overture " a huit mains. The concert was in every way, musically, socially, and financially a success, it now only remains to point the moral, viz . : that all should atone for past remissness in the matter of supporting games, and in playing them hard, and forwarding them in every way, to do the School an immense amount of good, and to keep the funds at a level which shall at least be self-supporting . Even if they derive no immediate benefit, they are helping the School, which is the better for every boy that plays . Rise therefore in a body and play cricket this term, play football next term, and row the term after, take in the Peterite, play fives, and come to the debates, join the carpenter's shop, drill, do something, and if you don't feel personally the better for it, be sure the

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School does, which after all is something . At least read " Payall's" letter in the April Peterite (if you don't take it in borrow one from the Editor), read it and think about it, blush, and amend. The concert is expected to realize something over X40. PROGRAMME. ..

OVERTURE

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"Manfred"

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. . Reirrecke.

MISS HAMMOND, HERR PADEL, DR. NAYLOR, MR. E . W . NAYLOR.

SERENADE AND FINALE (from Cham . Trio, op . 26)

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W. S. Bennett.

HERR ECKENER, CANON HUDSON, DR . NAYLOR. "Lascia chio pianga "

RECIT . AND ARIA

Handel.

Miss A. BROOKS. VIOLIN SOLO

. . " Fantaisie Caprice " HERR EcKENER.

ANDANTE CON VAR .

. . "11 dolce canto " . . MISS L . MOORE.

PIANOFORTE SOLO . .

Ballade (A flat)

. . Vieuxtemps.

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Rode.

Chopin.

HERR PADEL. SONG

" Oh, that we two "

Gounod.

MIss BROOKS. Violoncello Obbligato, CANON HUDSON. ANDANTE CON VAR . (2 pianos) . . DR. NAYLOR, HERR PADEL.

Duo (2 pianos) . .

Rond . in C

DR . NAYLOR, MR.

.. . E . W. NAYLOR.

Violoncello - CANON HUDSON . ..

PIANO SOLO

Chopin.

ANDANTE AND FINALE (from Pianoforte Quartett) Viola violin - HERR ECKENER .

SONG

Schumann.

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Schumann.

MR. NAYLOR.

Pianoforte -

HERR PADEL. Macferren.

" The beating of my own heart " - OORE. Miss L . M (a) "Study " { (b) "Home, Sweet Home"

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TlzaZbera.

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DR . NAYLOR.

VIOLONCELLO SOLO

.. " Adagio " CANON HUDSON. " When thine eyes"

SONG . .

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M. V. White.

Miss BROOKS. Duo (2 pianos) . .

"La Danza Tarantella"

Rossini-Liszt,

MISS HAMMOND, HERR PADEL.

OVERTURE

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a Jubilee "

DR . NAYLOR, MR . SAMPLE, HERR PADEL, MR. NAYLOR.

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SCHOOL LETTER. HE small space of time that has elapsed since the appearance of

T the last number of the Peterite, has not given much opportunity for the accumulation of news of any sort : and any that actually has accumulated is seized by the wary and more fully detailed elsewhere. The concert—as was predicted—was a distinct success, and has materially helped to ellucidate many soul-harrowing financial problems : of this more anon. A team of O .P . 's played a match with York, on Wednesday, April lath, resulting in a win for the Peterites by r try, a minors to 3 minors : Rhodes got the try . The Old Boys laboured under the disadvantage of being a very scratch lot indeed, besides being a trifle lighter than their opponents, hence the smallness of the score. They nevertheless held their own at all points of the game, and a most interesting match was witnessed . The following was the team : back, E . Procter : three-quarter backs, G . H . Eyre, H . W. Rhodes, A . M . Daniell : I backs, A . S . Rose, «' . G . Wilson (capt .) : forwards, J . H . G. Wilson, E. W . Clayforth, W . K . Procter, A . Wade, J. E . Gofton, H . W . Allan, G . V . Dirks, C . B . Clarke, and T . P . Clarke. A large match list has been arranged for next term, and we hope the XI's record will be eminently successful.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. T is at anytime a shock to the nervous system to be called upon to

I write a Cambridge Letter, but more especially so at this early period of

the term . Nothing has as yet begun, and we can only speculate vaguely as to what is likely to happen . Since the last Cambridge Letter was written however, one or two events of an interesting nature have happened . The boat race was a most unqualified success, and even the warmest partisans of the Cambridge men could not have desired anything better. Had they been at all pressed they would certainly have come very near establishing a record time. In the sports too, we somewhat unexpectedly carried off the palm with five events, as against four in which our rivals were successful .

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To return to the present, the May boats are beginning to make their appearance on the Cam . Without making any pretensions to the seer's art, we venture to prognosticate that Trinity Hall will maintain their position at the head of the river . Fausset is rowing in the Corpus boat and will doubtless do himself credit, and the same remark applies to Crawshaw, who is stroking Pembroke 2 . Our cricket prospects seem fairly good . Buxton is Captain, and will be assisted by Ford, Thomas, Bridgeman, Hale, and Martineau of last year' s XI . Kemp, who was a member of the team in 1886, but was prevented by an accident from playing last year, will again be available, but we have suffered a great loss in Crawley, who, it will be remembered, displayed such brilliant form against Oxford last year . There are said to be several very promising men amongst the freshmen, so that on the whole our outlook is far from a gloomy one. Lord is captain of the Clare team, and when the season opens, no doubt other Old Peterites will display their prowess . Two of our number will, this term, commit themselves to the tender mercies of the Tripos examiners . May their merits be recognized as they deserve.

THE BOAT RACES. HE annual Boat Races came off; attended by the usual excitement

T and enthusiasm . Party spirit seemed to run as high as ever between the Houses and the Day-boys, though there were none of the disappointments and surprises so necessary to excite it . The races, like the Henley Regatta of '87—though unlike it in being practically all foregone conclusions—left the School-house head of the river, the House winning every single event . The Day-boys, who remained in that position last year, had held it since '84, in which year it may be remembered, after rowing a dead-heat in the first race with the Rev. H . L . Clarke ' s House, they proved successful in a second . The year previous to that, owing to the bad temper of Father Jupiter, saw no races, but in '82 the House boat stroked by Kaye asserted its superiority over the other Senior boats . The House boat was stroked by Gofton, and in all probability will have the good fortune of having his services another year . This boat not only represented the House, but also the Sixth and School . In all their races they proved their superiority, and

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were undoubtedly one of the best boats seen on the river for some years . If rumour be true, we may hope to see them competing in some northern regatta next summer. Success to their efforts ! With regard to the other boats, the House held its own without apparently any exertion . The Third boats, which were reduced to two in number owing to the inability of Mr . Gilbert's House to raise a crew, gave a little surprise, agreeable no doubt to the friends of the House boat, but rather disappointing to the partisans of the Day-boys . This race, which appeared to be the only one which was not actually a foregone conclusion, had given rise to great speculation . Strength and experience had probably much to do with the result, though perhaps a little may be attributed to the enforced absence, through cold, of the Day-boy stroke during the last few days of practice. Perhaps one of the surprises—if indeed we may call it so—of the races was the result of the Senior Pairs . The cup is in the House, but in hands least expected to hold it. In the Senior Sculls, Mitchell received but one challenge, and that from Metcalfe who rowed him in the same race last year . The race resulted in an easy win for Mitchell, but there was no doubt a great mistake committed in having the race rowed immediately after the race between the Sixth and School, in which each took part, though probably in an unequal degree . In that race, which resulted in an easy win for the Sixth, rowing bow in a winning boat was easier work than rowing stroke in a losing crew . However, we do not wish to disparage Mitchell's performance, though we feel persuaded a betier race would have been witnessed had both been equally fresh . The very small number of entries for the Senior, as also for the Junior, Sculls, makes us seriously apprehensive as we look back to past years ' entries. We only hope to see a larger number another year. There have been two things of great interest in this year's boating season which, with the unprecedented success of the School-house, ought to mark the year '88 as a landmark in the School's boating history . These are the purchase of new boats, racing fours built after the Oxford fashion, and the lengthening of the course. The former have given general satisfaction, while the latter, though not likely to add to the physical comfort of the crews rowing, yet probably—and this we hear from indisputable authority—has worked wonders in improving the style of the rowing and lengthening the stroke of the boats rowing over it .

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The races began on March the loth and continued without break to the end of the team . The following are the races : SENIOR FOURS . DAY-BOYS.

SCHOOL-HOUSE.

H . S . Warwick, bow A . L . Bird, 2 A . C . Clarke, 3 \V . Whytehead, stroke H . Procter, cox .

F . Mitchell, bow H. W. Allan, 2 N . L . Hood, 3 J . E . Gorton, stroke H . B . Whitby, cox.

REv . C. R . GILBERT ' S HousE. F. T . McClellan, bow J . A . Easten, 2 M . Napier, 3 G. II . Chilman, stroke E . Mortimer, cox.

The School-house having been defeated by the Day-boys in the previous season were pitted against the Rev . C . R . Gilbert ' s House first . The race, or rather procession, resulted in a hollow victory for the School-house . Starting well, the School-house forged ahead and led at the Scope by a clear five lengths . Increasing their lead at every stroke, they passed the Boat-house with their opponents rounding the Scope corner. The rate of stroke was now reduced in the School boat, but Chilman, though not reducing his, was unable to make up ground, the crew behind him rowing very dead . At the white railing the School-house led by an increased amount, and passed through Scarbro Bridge with a lead of about 50 seconds . The procession was maintained to the finish, the School house breasting the post with thei r rivals a little below Marygate Tower . The House rowed well together and exhibited a considerable amount of dash and life, which was so conspicuous by its absence in the Rev . C . R. Gilbert's House . Both boats were stroked well, but it would be doubtless harder work to stroke the losing boat . Chilman rowed pluckily, but was not well backed up. The final of the Senior Fours was rowed on April the 3rd . The Day-boys winning the toss took the foundry side . The House again won a ridiculously hollow race . From the first they were never pressed. Getting off well they were able to take the Day-boys' water, and, aided by some bad steering on the part of Procter, led by a substantial amount at the Clifton Ferry . Whytehead set a most plucky stroke throughout, but there was the same lack of strength and life that was so_ apparent in the Rev . C . R . Gilbert's House boat . The House

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passed the winning post when their opponents were half-way between the coal-drop and Marygate Tower, or perhaps not quite so far. SENIOR PAIRS. FIRST HEAT. A . C . Clarke, bow A . L. Bird, stroke II . Procter, cox .

K . E . T. Wilkinson, bow. N . L . Hood, stroke Ii . B . Whitby, cox,

M . Napier, bow H . F . Chadwick, stroke E . Mortimer, cox .

F . Mitchell, bow S . O . Bingham, stroke H . B. Whitby, cox.

H . W. Allan, bow J. E. Gofton, stroke Ii. B. Whitby, cox.

G . V. Dirks, bow H . G . Metcalfe, stroke E. Mortimer, cox.

H . S . Warwick, bow W . \\'hytehead, stroke II. Procter, cox .

G. R . Cook, bow J. A . Easten, stroke E. Mortimer, cox.

In the first race Hood's boat won by about 5 lengths . An even race had been expected, but expectations were doomed to disappointment. Clarke 's boat led by a quarter of a length at the boat-house, but Hood now putting on a spurt, which was not well answered by Bird, drew rapidly away, took his opponents' water and won as above. A similar race was witnessed between Chadwick ' s and Mitchell' s boats . Bingham stroked pluckily, but his boat was evidently outclassed in strength and pace. Won by 42 lengths. A close race was expected between the third pair . Metcalfe had had the misfortune to lose the toss, but it was believed that the lighter weight, as well as the strength of his boat, would make up for the side. Again speculations were wrong ; Allan ' s boat won by the substantial lead of 6 lengths, having taken the lead from the first and never lost it. The fourth pair gave us the benefit of witnessing a procession. Easten ' s boat appeared :at first unwilling to start, and this, combined with some playful antics on the part of bow in the way of missing water and losing his oar, left them far in the rear when they bethought themselves of starting . However, setting well to earnest, and assisted by some gentle paddling by Whytehead's boat, they reduced the distance between the boats a little, though it would be rather inaccurate to say that they ever made a race of it. SECOND HEAT. K. E. T. Wilkinson, bow N . L. Hood, stroke H . B . Whitby, cox

M. Napier, bow H . F . Chadwick, stroke E. Mortimer, cox.

H. W. Allan's boat scratched .

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This race was very evenly contested . Hood won the toss and elected to row on the far side . An even start was effected and a close race witnessed down to the corner, both crews putting in their hardest work . Hood now assisted by the current drew away a little, but Chadwick with a capital spurt reduced his lead to about three-quaaters of a length . Passing through Scarbro' Bridge . Hood again put on a spurt which was answered by Chadwick . The race, however, was now over . The current assisting Hood to increase his lead, more than a length of daylight was visible between the boats at Marygate . Further increasing this distance he passed the post a winner by about 31 lengths. Both crews must be commended for their rowing . and especially Chadwick for his game and pluck stroking. FINAL HEAT. F. E . T . Wilkinson . bow N . L . hood, stroke H . B . Whitby, cox .

11 . S . Warwick, bow A\ . A\ }o tehead, stroke 11 . Procter, cox.

An unequal race was witnessed in the final . Why tehead won the toss but was unable to reap any advantage from it, Hood succeeding in taking his water . At the Bridge Hood led by more than 4 lengths, which he increased to 8 lengths by Lendal bridge . Whytehead stroked well but lacked the other boat's strength. SENIOR SCULLS. F . .\ ladled

II . C . Metcalfe.

This race was spoilt through being rowed immediately after the Sixth and School race, in which bosh had rowed . Metcalfe apparently suffered most from the effects of it. Mitchell got off well at the start, and at the boat-house led by half-a-length . This he increased gradually, leading at the corner by about 3 lengths . Metcalfe pulled gamely but was unable to reduce Mitchell's lead who won by about S lengths . JUNIOR FOURS. Scnoot .-IfousE S . O . Bingham, bow G. V . Birks, 2 If. F. Chadwick, 3 I f . G . Metcalfe, stroke H. B . Whitby, cox .

Day-Boys. W . M . Carter, bow G . W. Spink, 2 G . R . Cook, 3 E . S . D . Caner, stroke 11 . Procter, cos.

The School-house Junior won its second successive victory in a most decisive race . In the ordinary course of events the Day-boys should have rowed the Rev . C . R . Gilbert's House Junior boat, but the latter

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failing to get up a boat the former rowed the House for the final. From the first the House gained rapidly, leaving the Day-boys struggling gamely on iii their rear . The difference between the two boats was great . Not only was the House boat above the average for a junior, but it had the advantage of having the same stroke as the year before when they were successful . The Day-boys could not be considered an average boat, and were under the disadvantage of having lost their stroke when half-way through practice . Carter stroked gamely, but his boat was far out-classed by the House in strength and dash . The House u-on as they liked . Their boat may be considered an exceptional junior, and would no doubt have given considerable trouble to any boat on the river to beat them. THIRD BOATS. Dav-Boys

5 itooi .-Iiot'sc.

P . Ilingston, bow

R . Moss, bow

li . I luf am, 2 II . Spink, 3

J . F . Leaf, 2 J . O . g arland, 3

T. AVhvtehead, stroke

K . E . T . AVilkinson, stroke

II . Procter, cox.

II . B . AVhitby, cox.

Speculations were rife with regard to this race . The House had not gone so well in practice as their friends could have wished . vet their strength and experience, it was said, would stand them well in the race. The Day-boys on the other hand had given rise to hopes in the hearts of their partisans, tempered however with doubts as to whether they would be able to pull off the race, being an inexperienced and weak crew though certainly well together . Frorti/na ist mm1r—in the race the House excelled itself, rowed admirably together and won with a lead of 6 lengths . The Day-boys were badly steered, and inexperience and lack of strength did the rest . Soon after the start is foul seemed imminent, and no doubt if it had occurred would have been awarded the Day-boys ; clearing themselves, however, the House rowed strongly and led at Cat Ditch by a clear length . Crossing over into their opponents water they passed through Scarhro ' Itridge with a lead of 4 lengths, which they increased to 6 by the finish . \Vhytehead pulled pluckily but did not keep the stroke long enough. This victory won the last remaining cup for the House .

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JUNIOR PAIRS. FIFsT IIcar. A . Rose, how F. \V. Pickles, stroke A . it. 'Whitby . cox .

C . T . N . Carter, hoe F . M . Bingham, stroke E . C . Cadman . cox.

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Br,. II . B . Whitby, bow G . O . Bingham, stroke If . Procter, cox.

This race sheaved some plucky rowing . Pickles had the tow-path side and consequently gained no advantage from the current . Soon after the start Bingham's boat led by about a length, but Pickles pulling a long steady stroke gradually worked his way up and was even at the white railing . Still gaining he was able to take Bingham's water, and passed through Scarbro' Bridge with a lead of 2 lengths, which he increased to 3 by Lendal Bridge. FINAL. IT . P . AVhitby, Gorr S . O . Bingham, stroke E . C . Cadman, cox.

A . Rose, bow

F. W . Pickles, stroke F . Mortimer, cox .

The final of the junior Pairs resulted in an easy win for Bingham ' s boat by 6 lengths . Beihlg far the stronger boat they led from the start, and rowing well together \von as stated . Pickles stroked well but was unable to regain ground when once lost. JUNIOR SCULLS.

S . O . Bingham

I-I . B .

Whitby.

Bingham lost the toss but his superior strength made up for the disadvantage of his side . At Scarbro' Bridge Whitby was about three-quarters of a length to the bad, and, though assisted by the current, fell still more in the rear . He still . however, rowed gamely and was only beaten by about 4-1 lengths . SIXrII BOAT. F . Mitchell, bow II . W . Allan, 2 N . L . hood, 3 J . E . Gofton, stroke G . H . Chilman, cox .

C'IV LI. 'BOAT. G. V . Itirks, how A. L . Ilird, 2 M. Napier, 3 W. vv'hytehead, stroke it . Moss, cox.

SCHIOOI. BOAT.

Carter, bow l O . Bingham, 2 Ii . F . Chadwick, 3 If . G . Metcalfe, stroke II . B . Whitby, cox. \V .

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The Sixth met the School first . At the Scope the School pulling well together were not far behind them, though they had from the first assumed the lead . The Sixth, however, gradually drew away, until the race settled down into the interesting procession which had become now the usual thing over the long course . They won as they liked. The School were admirably stroked by Metcalfe, but were under the disadvantage of not being accustomed to the boats used . They worked well, however, together, but were without the necessary adjuncts of strength and dash noticeable in the Sixth boat. After defeating the School the Sixth met their old rivals, the Civil. The Civil proved victorious last year after a close race, but the Sixth felt confident that with a longer course and superior strength they would turn the tables upon them this year. After a poor start the Sixth forged ahead, closely followed however by the Civil . At the Scope the Civil were about 3 lengths to the bad, which was increased to about 5 lengths at the Scope corner . Though unable to make up lost ground the Civil did not appear to lose much up to Scarhro' Bridge . Between the bridges the Sixth gained rapidly and passed the post winners by about to lengths. The Sixth did not row so well together as usual, that being due perhaps to the fact that the boat did not suit them. The Civil w•ete well stroked, but they were unfortunate in having tohaving to make changes in their boat so shortly before the race. THE SCHOOL r . OLD BOYS. Scttoot..

OLD Dols.

F . Mitchell, bow H . \V . Allan, 2 N. L. Ilood, 3 J . E . Gofton, stroke H . It . Whitby, cox,

T. H . Wilson, bow II . W . Rhodes, 2 G . Batman, 3 G . II . Eyre, stroke R . floss, cox .

This onrual race was rowed in the presence of a large crowd of' spectators, on Friday afternoon, April the 13th . The course rowed over, was the lengthened course from the 'Waterworks to I,endal Bridge . There was a strong wind down the course, which made the water very lumpy all through, and necessitated a high feather . The School lost the toss and took the tow-path side . Both boats were despatched from the Waterworks to a very level start at 3-6 p .m. The School, rowing 40 as against 4 r, served by the corner, forged ahead, and led by half-a-length for the first Soo yards, when the Old Boys ' began to come up rapidly . Turning into the Scope, a slight foul occurred, owing to the eagerness of the School cox, but the boats

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rowed on . At the time of the foul, the School were leading a little, but in order to get clear, they were compelled to stop . This lost them half-a-length, and Eyre rowing a good long 37, led by three-quarters of a length at Clifton Ferry . The School here quickened, and gained considerably clown to the wall, half-a-length separating the boats at the School boat-house . At the white railing, Eyre, who had dropped to 35, spurted and rounded the corner a length and a quarter to the good, the School failing to use the current. The School were now beaten, but they struggled on gamely, and answering the final spurt of their opponents in most determined fashion, passed under Lendal Bridge one and three-quarter lengths to the bad . Time, 7 mins, 53 secs . The School were beaten by strength and superior watermanship, but they rowed most pluckily. Eyre stroked the Old Boys' with excellent judgment, and was well backed-up by his crew . With regard to the School, it is invidious to particularize ; all worked well and hard, and the closeness of the race, over a long course of nearly 11 miles, proves that the boat is considerably above the average. The Scratch Fours were rowed on Tuesday, April the loth . After some very good races, an abrupt conclusion was brought to them, by the breaking of a rowlock . As this, however, happened in the final, it did not interfere with the racing . The boats that took 1st and 2nd places were : FIRST. M . Napier, bow

F . Ware, 2 C . B . Clarke, 3 G . V. Birks, stroke E. Mortimer, cox .

SECOND.

J . F. G . Hopkins, bow W. Whytehead . 2 G . H . Chilman, 3 J. H. G. Wilson, stroke H . B . Whitby, cox .

CRICKET PROSPECTS. HE unyielding march of time has again brought round the cricket

T season, and again devolves upon us the duty of prophecy . To

look at the remnant of last year's team, we find we have to sustain the loss of the two Procters, Whaley, Crosthwaite, Jackson, and Wilson. We have, however, left, Allan (who succeeds Whaley as captain,) Gofton, Mitchell, Napier, and Birks, men of approved valour . Of those who made scores for the second eleven, last season, are left,

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Metcalfe, \V . M . Carter, Hudson, Leaf, Crowther, and Lovell . E . S . D. Carter, who was unable to play last year, will probably be available this, and should make profitable addition to the batting abilities. Bowling will probably be the weak point ; however, Allan, Gofton, Mitchell, and W . M . Carter bowled with success for the first XI last year, and for the second team, Metcalfe, Crowther, and Lovell did good service . Consequently the dearth is not so great as would be concluded . It is to be hoped—and it is expected--that the standard of fielding in this year ' s team, will be higher than in the preceding year: be it ours to pass over the lamentable absence of that most important department in a School XI, which was so heart-rendingly apparent last summer ! To examine the silver lining of the cloud, we have every confidence that, with unremitting and energetic practice, we shall prove every whit as formidable to our adversaries as of yore . Let the authorities spare no pains to unearth the conventional " latent talent," and when exhumed, let them guide and foster it with careful diligence, that it may bring forth fruit to perfection . May I echo the hope of last year 's cricket seer, and wish the School's opponents many long afternoons of merry leather hunting?

CRICKET MATCHES, 1888. FIRST XI.

May 21st (Whit-Mon .) . .. May 26th (Saturday) May 31st (Thursday) June 2nd (Saturday) June 9th (Saturday) June 12th (Tuesday) June 14th (Thursday) June 16th (Saturday) June 21st (Thursday) June 23rd (Saturday) June 26th (Tuesday) June 2 9 th (Friday) June 3oth (Saturday) July 4th (Wednesday)

v . Pocklington .. . Away. v . Ripon Grammar School . . . Home. v . N .R . Asylum ... Away. v . Clifton ... .. . Home. v. Londesbro ' Park . . . Away. v . York ... ... Home. v. Yorkshire Gentlemen Away. v . York Revellers . . . Home. v. Ripon Grammar School . . . Away. ... . .. v . Clifton . . . Home. v. York ... ... . . . Away. v. Old Boys . . . ... .. Home. v . Durham Grammar School . Home. v . Leeds Grammar School . . . Away.

MISSIONARY NEWS .

July 5th (Thursday) July 7th (Saturday) July loth (Tuesday) July 14th (Saturday) July 19th (Thursday)

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v . N .R . Asylum .. . Away. v. Londesbro ' Park . . . Home. v. Yorkshire Gentlemen . . . Away. v. Durham Grammar School . Away. v . Eocklington . .. . . . Home. SECOND XI.

May 12th June 23rd July 5th July 17th July 21st

(Saturday) (Saturday) (Thursday) (Tuesday) (Saturday)

v . Elmfield College . . . v . St . George ' s College v. St . Olave ' s School v. St . Olave ' s School v. St . George's College

Home. Away. Home. Home. Home.

MISSIONARY NEWS. METLAKATLA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA.

1 5Y DEAR YOUNG FRIENDS, ~/1 My last annual letter to you was of portentious length . I cannot forsee to what this may reach . If it should be long I will try not to be tedious but compact, even at the cost of lucidity. The year unfolds a mass of events to select from . I cannot hope to satisfy the tastes of all of you, but trust my choice will please and profit many. I was reading Dr . Lansdell ' s narrative of Russian travels lately, and with the result of having a cleaner cut given to the idea that the Indians of this North Pacific Coast belong to the same stock as the aborigines of Siberia . The interior Indians vary much from those on this coast, being so much more lithe and straight that they might be accounted a distinct race . The change, however, is not by a great leap but gradual . The intermediate tribes on this Pacific watershed have features that combine the peculiarities of both the maritime and plain or nomadic Indians . It is reasonable, therefore, to think that they spring from the same branch of the human family, and the varieties of form and feature may fairly be attributed to the change of environment, such as climate, food, and the method of obtaining it.

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Looking further afield, I perceive unmistakeable facial resemblance between these Coast Indians and the Chinese that abount in this province . Not only is this so, but the pictorial art of the Haida Indians and the Chinese have so much in common as to be fitly included, I think, in the same school . The intonation of the two languages and the music of the two nations have much in common. Of course you have read of the advanced stage of civilization the military brute Pizarro saw and crushed in Peru . Not long ago the captain of a man-of-war showed me a small copper image that had been found in one of the graves near the ruins of a once magnificent city. It was nearly a fac-simile of one found a Massett in Queen Charlotte's Island, the work of the Indians . In this we have an artistic link between the former subjects of the Incas and Indians, between whom and the Chinese we have seen a corresponding link, and further between whom and the Siberian tribes there are close physical resemblances. I am also assured that as far south as Patagonia the aborigines have those crest brotherhoods supposed by some to be peculiar to these Northern Indians . There is a great similarity between these latter and the Mexican and Peruvian Indians . Step by step we can trace curious and very interesting relationships between the people of Northern Asia and those of this continent from Behring ' s Sea to the Straits of Magellan. If it be objected that in America there are uncounted distinct languages, and therefore the Indians must be entirely distinct from the Siberians, it may be explained by the fact that as many as thirty different languages and dialects are spoken now in Siberia. I have been instrumental in rescuing three seemingly distinct Indian languages, not to speak of two other dialects, from oblivion by reducing one myself to writing, and by inducing two of my clergy to do the same on the same system of orthography for two others . If on comparing them with those current in Siberia they should be found cognate, how interesting and important the discovery will be ! It would force the conviction that America was peopled from Asia, and that the parent stock survives in Siberia . As the Finns are thought to be the original Aryans, it might turn out that the Finns are related to the Siberians and through them these Indians related to us ! Do you know that the letter R cannot be pronounced by either Chinaman or Indian? Both change it to the letter L. It is rather

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shocking to hear an Indian sing, as all can sing, Sankey's hymn, " Go bury thy sorrow ." Rice is a favourite dish ; they call it "lice." I pointed the mistake out to an Indian crew one day at lunch time, and after recovering from their stupefaction they all roared with laughter until they were exhausted . Again and again the whole afternoon in the midst of their paddling, a fellow would mutter to himself " lice," and the next moment the crew would cry out "lice," when the forest on either side of the river took up the cry and echoed " lice ." They are funny fellows and capital fellow travellers. I am so accustomed to talk to Indians that in speaking to the old folks I invariably transmute the R, and turn Robert, Richard, Roger and Sarah, into Lobbat, Lijjat, Lojja and Shela . Victoria becomes Biktolya. The tables are turned when we white men first attempt the peculiarly Indian sounds, and the natives think it strange it should be so . They attributed a lay missionary's elision of the aspirate to some physical defect, just like the imperfect utterance of the gutturals that in some words degenerate into a click. We have in this family of languages an untrodden field for some future philologist . Is he to be German or a Peterite? The chaplet awaits some unknown Scholar . This year three professors, one of Cassel and two of the University of Berlin, have written to me, and another has actually come to this country to study the native language and came up from Victoria in order to confer with me. They all promise me copies of their works if I will assist them with material for their new books . One is making a special study of their music, and begs me to write out as many of their native chants as I can . We shall live to see a battle of books on this hitherto obscure subject. My ten Indian students you know something about . They are making progress . I was lately walking with one of them and imparting some astronomical information when the subject of the tide was touched on. He asked me why it was high water at the same time on opposite sides of the globe, if the moon, which could be only on one side, is the cause of them . I gave him the usual answer, but the doubtful way he listened infected me with his scepticism.

[To be continued.]

OLD PETERITE CLUB .— CORRESPONDENCE.

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OLD PETERITE CLUB. NVITATIONS are being issued to Old Peterites resident in and

I about London for an O .P . dinner, to be held in London, on

Thursday, the 28th June, 1SSS . The Rev. Canon Elwyn in the chair. The following O .P's . have kindly consented to act as a committee : The Rev. R . Abbay. E . H . Ainslie. Y. Anderson. G. L. Davis. G. H . Eyre. C . P . Grant .

P . B . Lambert. J . Lumb. W . North. E . H . Pickersgill, M .P. W . P . Turnbull. C. W . Watson.

O .P's. wishing to attend are requested to apply before the 7th June, if they have not previously received invitations, to the Hon . Secretary, C . H . Chadwick, 2, Stone Buildings, Lincoln' s Inn, London, W .C.

CORRESPONDENCE. To THE EDITORS OF THE PETERITE.

RE SUBSCRIPTIONS TO SPORTS, &c. DEAR SIRS,

notice that, according to " Payall's" letter in this month's issue of the

I Peterite, there are "many boys" in the school "who will not pay anything at all" towards the customary subscriptions for sports, games, &c . " Payall " goes on to say that " subscriptions in the two houses are almost compulsory—that is, they are put down in the bill," and more than infers that the dilinquents are the Day boys . I am much surprised at this state of things, inasmuch as, in my time, all subscriptions were just as compulsory as regards the Day boys, as they were as regards the Boarders ; certainly they were not put down in the Day boys' bills, but woe to the luckless wight who failed to stump up when called upon ; he had such a jolly hot time of it, that he was only too glad to remedy the defect caused by his forgetfulness of, or lack of interest in the subject matter. The present state of affairs would seem to be owing to the decline of the legitimate and salutary influence of the Boarders in general, and of the Sixth Form in particular, over the

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Day boys . But, however, this may be, I am strongly of opinion, that "Payall's" suggestion as to making the payment of subscriptions compulsory on all, ought to be unanimously supported . No doubt it is annoying to be perpetually called upon for subscriptions, as is the case under the existing system ; but let a fixed subscription for the year be made, as is suggested, and let the amount thereof be inexorably and unflinchingly put down in the bill of every boy, whether Day boy or Boarder, and so wipe out the stain that at present exists on that branch of the school, with which I was formerly associated. Yours truly, AN OLD DAY BOY.

NOTES AND ITEMS. Old Boys' Match will take place as usual on June 29th . Old Boys who wish to play are requested to send in their names, as early as possible, to J . E . Gofton.

THE

Moss has successfully put on the stage a dramatised version of " Bootle's Baby ."

HUGH

N . L. HooD and F . MITCHELL have been appointed Football Captain and Secretary respectively for the ensuing season. THROUGH the kindness of the Committee of the York F .C . the Games

Fund received half the gate money of the match v . O .P's .

THE

PET 141R IT F -

VoL . IX .

JULY, I888 .

No . 75 .

SLOPERIANA. LEASE, please don't think I am going to refer in any way to a Ile bestia,—that famous beast whose person will doubtless suggest itself to many readers when they see the title of this article . Me genoito . The most salient points about that mythical, though exceedingly popular character, seem to me to be a vinous nose, and a battered white hat bound with black, together with unlimited stores of bibulous hilarity, and a frequently vulgar and generally unsuccessful craftiness . His name is, I presume, Alexander ; but it is invariably shortened with a familiarity which, contrary to the precepts of a most excellent proverb, does not appear to breed contempt . His popularity is vast ; and it is a silent comment on the mind of the schoolboy of the present day, that when he buys a newspaper he hesitates between this person ' s organ, which chronicles the res gestce of his weekly half-holiday, and two other fearsome periodicals, T— B— and S— . It will be seen, however, that if he has become of such importance that a newspaper is necessary to report his movements, no wonder if to a large section of the populace the heading of this article suggest his personality . Yet I am not going to speak of him but of the genus Sloper. For there are many "slopers" with you, but they are not of the type described above . I can call to mind no vinous noses, and I don't remember anyone who wears a white hat . I trust no one is bibulous, and I am sure none of you are vulgar : so then in no way does the school sloper correspond to that fine creation of the brain of whom we have been speaking.

P certain individual,—

No ; the sloper in question is he who resists the entreaties of the cricket captain, and, when he thinks he can do so with a whole skin, his commands to play cricket. The sloper is he who, on the most perfect of summer days, prefers to remain sub tegnziue fagi prone on the ground ;extended long and large, murmuring to himself, "Blessed be

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the man that invented sleep," to playing at the crickets, or exerting himself in the bireme . The sloper is he who counteth it of more honour and delight to swim in the baths, and behold his form in the translucent waves (though ofttimes grieved to see his manly limbs sadly foreshortened in the water), than to strive to get into the eleven or four, or even to encourage those struggling and deserving institutions with his presence and moral support whensoever they perform in public. The sloper is he who devoureth much flesh, or rather tuck ; for the flesh of beeves is to him less grateful than the crisp jam tart, the cloying chocolate, or the succulent cherry . The sloper is he that bangeth on the head all such as are less of stature than himself, unless peradventure their muscles be more exceeding great, when verily he bangeth them not . The sloper is he that in school doeth no work, so long as he can escape notice leaving it undone . He ever arriveth late, and ofttimes attendeth the Jacobean leve on half-holiday afternoons. The sloper is aischisfas anerin every public respect, and is not likely to improve in his private capacity. Now, everything in this sublunary sphere can be put to some use. With all due respect to tradition, this truth is not very patent in the case of the genus sloper. Whereunto is he useful who plays at no games; who is great in his own eyes when, having refused to pay any subscription, he waxeth cheeky to the various publicans who stand daily at the receipt of custom ; who beats his smaller brethren ; who ever comes late ; who counts himself a funny man if at a cricket match he should ask, whether wittingly or not, whether 'Rugby' or `Socker'is being played? To what end serves he who cannot discriminate betwixt long-hop and half-volley, and who not infrequently speaks of cuts to leg ? What shall be said of him who sees no difference between football and free fighting ?—who cannot be brought to perceive that it is a gently invigorating and scientific pastime—to whom the expression "touch" is as much a sealed book as " drop," or " punt, " or " line out ?" How shall he be praised who, when the school rows the Old boys, or when the boat races are on, remains at home reading the Vita Ludens, or peradventure the Roseate one, instead of doing as patriotism, if not duty, call upon him to do—rushing swift of foot and hoarse of voice, para Mina polollrloisboio Molasses Neither is he ornamental : he matches the school buildings, insomuch as his architecture, (i lua; is debased Gothic . Let us couple him with Falstaff : "Wherein is he villainous but in all things ?—wherein worthy but in nothing ? "

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The only use or excuse that can be suggested for the existence of such an one is negative—that of example. He is permitted to slope in order that he may be a terrible warning to all who see him ; that monitors may say to virtuous little boys—" There ' s a sloper, and that is what you will come to if you don't take care ; " and that all who play games, work in school, or do vigorously something useful, may thank goodness that, like Owen Glendower, the thoroughgoing specimen, is not in the roll of common men. A little while, and we shall find him in another sphere, in common with all of us, when the cuttlefish of the Oxford and Cambridge Schools Examination Board, having lured us into school, sucks our brains with its leech-like tentacles . We all suffer, some of us more than others, and so, perhaps, it seems hard that the sloper, who has, we know, spent his term parmula non bone relic/a, whereas we have done all our composition, looked out every word of our translations, and toiled conscientiously at all our props and riders,—hard that the general Nemesis should afflict such an one less grievously than ourselves . Yet so it is ; he knows nothing,—how should he ?—and so, with utter recklessness as to examiners ' reports, and indifference to averages per cent ., he either does nothing, or sets himself—funny wag !—to give such witty answers to the questions as his feeble brains supply, and thus turns a period of general mourning into one in which the feast of reason and the flow of soul enable him to enjoy himself . He it was who, when an examiner sought to know what was " Lupercalia, " made answer that " Lupercalia was the wolf that educated Romeo and Juliet, " showing thereby that his classical knowledge was not faultless ; neither did he carry off the Divinity prize when he informed a wondering examiner that John the Baptist was beheaded because he would persist in dancing with the daughter of Herodotus. So it is ever with him : he is useless indoors, because he has not formed his mind by making himself useful out of doors . The inscription in Winchester schoolroom applies to him—Aut disce, aut discede; mane' sors ter/la, c 'di. Truly, it had been for his country' s good if he had been exposed on the mountains when he was young. What will he finally do with himself ? If he goes to Oxford he will spend his summer terms in a punt in the Cherwell, and the others between the Union and the Clarendon, until such time as having received the consilium abeundi, he exchanges Oxford air for that of the country . Then, having finished his " education, " he chooses a career,

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or rather collapses into the first berth that offers, in obedience to the call crclaeo nun supheonde met allon le so hetairon . It may be the Stock Exchange ; it generally is a bank or office ; it not infrequently is a mastership in a school . Let us pursue him no farther, trusting that he will amend. The sloper exists,—' tis true, ' tis pity, and pity 'tis ' tis true,—but creatures such as he must be in each well ordered company . It is, therefore, incumbent on the well ordered portion of the community not to slope themselves, and to repress, quell, scalp all who do. lllacte virtute ! 0 well ordered company !

SCHOOL LETTER. H di parvique Pisces ! Here we are, pen in hand, with orders to scribble something about the community, and no chance of evading the task, or handing on to some worthier scribe the office imposed upon us . Yet complain we must not, for there is no lack of material to select our quota of news from. We have to record the approaching loss the School will sustain in the removal of Mr . Freeman and Mr . Woolsey from the staff o f Assistant Masters . A long acquaintance with Mr . Freeman has not failed to awaken in us appreciation of his many good qualities. During the long period that he has been connected with the School, few can be found to criticise unfavourably the work he has done ; many of those, no doubt, who have won distinction at the 'Varsity, or met with success in business, have much to thank Mr . Freeman for the

steady interest with which he helped to lay the foundation of their education . His interest, too, in the games, though latterly, perhaps, not exhibited by actual participation in them, was none the less apparent. His familiar presence in the Football and Cricket fields will long be missed. Of Mr. Woolsey, who, during so short a sojourn among us, has so thoroughly become part and parcel of the state, our recollection will be none the less pleasant . His advent in the Easter term imparted new vigour into the body of the School, the effects of which we have no reason to doubt will continue to animate it after his departure . As it was understood that he was only filling a temporary post here, we must not murmur at his speedy removal : we congratulate Hurstpierpoint on their acquisition . We only hope that his memory of St . Peter's, York, may be as pleasant as it is of him . Nobis quidem illi, quamquam sunt subito erepti, vivunt 'amen semperque vivent .

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Jupiter Pluvius seeks to console our grief by adding his tears to ours thinking fit to set his stern but watery foot on our attempts to pursue the fascinating occupation of cricket . Things have not gone so well in that line that it is of no consequence to us whether we have matches likely to end in our favour stopped or no . Of the matches played, a full account will be found in another page, and there is no need for us to weary our pen with writing more on the subject . Allan' s success behind the wicket is, perhaps, the most notable event that has taken place in the cricket field. We are sorry to see that the tennis-club to all appearances has gone the way of all flesh . A little energy and its resurrection would be an accomplished fact . We have heard say that an Old Boy, once a member of the Club, is anxious to prove our mettle, and will probably bring a team against us later on in the term . This match, if played, should awaken more interest in the Club, and though tennis may, to a certain degree, interfere with cricket, it should assuredly find a place among the games of every school, and we hope we shall not be behindhand in recognising the fact .

CRICKET. v . POCKLINGTON. This match was played at Pocklington, on May 2rst. The School won the toss and decided to take the innings . Allan and Mitchell were the only men who made anything like a stand, E . S . D . Carter being caught almost immediately at long leg After Mitchell the wickets fell in rapid succession, the innings closing for the small total of 23. Pocklington's first 4 wickets fell for I I, but when Hatfield and Price got together after luncheon, a most successful stand was made against the School bowlers, Price playing good cricket for 64, the Pocklington innings closing for IJ3 . S . PETER'S SCHOOL. FIRST INNINGS .

SECOND INNINGS.

H . W. Allan, c Siddall, b Smith . . E. S . D. Carter, c and b Hatfield . . F. Mitchell, b Siddall G. V . Birks, b Smith . . .. C . Lovell, b Siddall .. M . Napier, run out H. G . Metcalfe, c Price, b Siddall . . J . F . Leaf, b Siddall . . . . H . F . Chadwick, b Siddall .. W. Carter, not out F. C . Crowther, b Siddall Extras . . Total

6 I not out . . . . to r not out . . . . o o b Kendall o c Smith, b Kendall o b hendall . . o

12 .. o ro .. o .. 3

5 28

Extras

Total (for 3 wkts .) 26

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CRICKET. POCKLINGTON. C . Manners, c Napier, b Mitchell Rev. W . Griffith, b Lovell W . Smith, b Lovell .. A . Siddall, b Mitchell H. Hatfield, c Birks, b Mitchell G. Price, b Allan H. Kendall, b W . Carter G. Ellis, b Lovell H. Cattle, run out .. H . Giles, c Allan, b Lovell T . Everingham, not out . . . . Extras

I 0

II 19 64 7 0

S 14 6 3 Total

. . 1 33

Wickets. 3 4 o

Ovens. 15

Maidens. 3

r rI

ANAL \ F . Mitchell C . Lovell F . C . Crowther \V . Caater H . \V . Allan

Runs 13

22 22 30 11

v . RIPON. This match was played on the School ground on May the 26th. Being the first of the home matches of the season, special interest was attached to it . The School captain winning the toss elected to go in, taking in D . S . Carter to face with him the Ripon bowling . Off Bryant's second over Allan was bowled ; he was speedily followed by Carter . Four more wickets fell in quick succession, the telegraph announcing that 6 wickets were down for 13 . After this disastrous start it seemed doubtful whether the School score would reach 20, but thanks to the careful and good batting of Lovell, that possibility was put out of the question, After he left, Hudson and Crowther put on nearly 30 for the last wicket, Crowther carrying out his bat for lo. After lunch Ripon sent in Danks and Hill against the bowling of Mitchell and Lovell . One wicket fell quickly, but with only 3 wickets down for 30 matters did not look promising for the School . However on W . Carter going on to bowl, the wickets fell rapidly, no one seeming able to offer any resistance to his bowling . His analysis of 5 wickets for r 1 runs is worthy of note . The Ripon innings finished for 71, or 14 runs to their advantage. On the School entering on their second innings, a better performance seemed likely . Allan and Crowther (the not out of the 1st innings)

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played carefully, and though Crowther left at r4, Lovell again played a good innings and with Allan raised the score to over 30. The rest, however, collapsed and the innings ended for 6o, leaving Ripon only 47 to get. They did not obtain these, however, without some difficulty, losing 5 wickets in obtaining them . At call of time they held an advantage of r with 5 wickets to fall. The general verdict as to the result of the match was that it was due to the extreme feebleness of the School in batting . In bowling and fielding they showed an improvement on last year, but as concerns batting nothing could exceed the poorness of the display . Nervousness may account for the new members of the XI ., but what for those remaining over from last year's team ? S . PETER S SCHOOL . FIRST INNINGS. H . W. Allan, b Bryant E. S . D. Carter, c Bryant, b Rang F. Mitchell, c Ligart-Wood, b Ragg J . E . Gofton, b Ragg .. G. V. Birks, b Fagg M . Napier, c Heath, b Ragg .. C . Lovell, b Bryant W. Carter, run out H. F . Chadwick, c Ragg, b Bryant .. A. Hudson, c Hill, b Ragg F . C . Crowther, not out .. Extras

•

Total

SECOND INNINGS. 3 b Ragg o c Wrangham, b Ragg 1 b Hill 1 b Hill o b Ragg 2 b Ragg 18 b Ragg o b Hill o not out 17 b Ragg lo b Ragg Extras 5

. . 57

Total

RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. FIRST INNINGS. E. Danks, b W . Carter J . R. Hill, c Gofton, b Mitchell .. . C . Bryant, b Mitchell W . Wrangham, c and b Crowther .. R. S . Ragg, c Crowther, b W . Carter J . Ligart-Wood, b W . Carter .. M . G . Heath, c Mitchell, b Lovell .. S. Swire, b W . Carter A . Hingston, b W . Carter .. F . W. Speak, not out H . E . Fenton, b Lovell Extras . . . . Total

SECOND INNINGS. 17 b W. Carter o b W. Carter 8 run out o c Lovell, b Mitchell 14 not out 13 c Crowther, b W . Carter

• •

4 4 3

0 20 S 4 24

not out

Extras

Total (for 5 wickets)

7 . . 66

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324

ANALYSIS. Runs. F . Mitchell C . Lovell F . C . Crowther W . Carter J . E . Gofton

33 9 5 II 6

Wickets. 2 2 I 5 o

Overs. to 9 2

Maidens. I

9 I

3 o

5 0

v . N . R . ASYLUM. This match was played on the Asylum ground on May 3oth . The School winning the toss put the Asylum in, The first four wickets fell quickly, the Asylum having only 28 to their credit when Drs . Nicholson and Smith got together . By dint of some hard hitting they raised the score to nearly 7 0 before Dr . Nicholson was out to a good catch by Birks . His partner soon followed, but another stand was made late in the innings, Atkinson putting on 21 before he was well caught by Crowther. The innings closed for 96. The School were represented first by Allan and Crowther. Neither seemed quite at home, but after Allan's departure Mitchell showed better cricket. Crowther was out to a catch in the long field, and Birks, who had succeeded him, lbw for I o . Gofton and Mitchell now made the stand of the day, and raised the score from 18 to 88, when Mitchell was well caught at cover-point . He had played a capital innings of 48 without giving a single chance ; he was unfortunate in not obtaining his " 50 ." Gofton soon after made the winning hit, but then a remarkable collapse occurred . The last six wickets only added 18, Bingham carrying his bat but without having received a ball. Gofton had played good defensive cricket for 25 . The innings closed for ro6, or to in advance of the Asylum innings. N . R. ASYLUM. E . Glaisby, lbw, b Mitchell . . .. C . E . Rudd, b Mitchell C . Tate, st Allan, b Carter . . W. R . Nicholson, c Birks, b Carter J . S. Law, b Carter W. Smith, c Crowther, b Carter . . J . Atkinson, c Crowther, b Carter J . Rastall, c Mitchell, b Crowther NV. H . Hutchinson, b Carter .. G. Twineham, c Mitchell, b Carter T . Leckenby, not out Extras

4 5 31 0 13 2[ 2 0 I2 0 S Total

CRICKET .

3 25

S . PETER ' S SCHOOL. H . W . Allan, b Atkinson . . .. F . C . Crowther, c Leckenby, b Atkinson .. F. Mitchell, c Rudd, b Nicholson G. V. I3irks, lbw, b Atkinson .. J . E . Gofton, b Nicholson .. M. Napier, b Tate H. G . Metcalfe, b Nicholson W . Carter, b Tate E. S . D . Carter, c and b Nicholson J . F . Leaf, run out . . .. F. M . Bingham, not out Extras . . Total ANALYSIS. Runs. W . Carter F . Mitchell F . C . Crowther

23 24

Wickets. 7 2

Overs .

Maidens. 6

14 8

5 0

v. LONDESBRO' PARK. Played on Saturnay, June 9th, at Londesbro '. Owing to a heavy downpour of rain, a start was not effected till 3-3o, and even then the game was interrupted for nearly half an hour, owing to tho weather. The School won the toss and sent in their opponents, who scored ro6, when time was called ; consequently the School did not get an innings . Score : LONDESBRO' PARK. R. Newbold, b W . Carter E . W. Usher, not out W . H . Harbour, c Mitchell, b Crowther H . B. Young, b W . Carter .,, G. Cobb, b W . Carter Dunning, c D. Carter, b W. Carter J . Stephenson .b Crowther . . .. Sherwood, c I3irks, b W . Carter .. Johnson, b W . Carter Longbones, run out .. Pippet (absent) Extras

. Total

3 . . Io6

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CRICKET.

ANALYSIS. F. Mitchell W . Carter F. C . Crowther E . S . D . Carter J. E . Gofton

Runs. 32 36 24 7 5

Wickets.

Overs.

Maidens.

6 2 9

7 4

1.2

16 3

0 0

v. YORK. The first match against York was played on the School ground on June the 12th . York won the toss and essayed to go in first . Off W . Carter's third ball Mason was caught from a skier by Bingham. W . K . Procter, on joining his brother, quickly put together his score, and the total was 35 before he was dismissed by a shooter from W. Carter. Doran did not stay long with J . L . Procter, who in his turn soon received notice to quit, being caught very well by W . Carter at slip, off his brother's bowling . Bean and Wisker, on becoming associated, made matters lively for the School . Wisker was the first to leave, being caught at short lag by Napier. Lawson was quickly despatched by Gofton, but Sowden stayed to see Bean clean bowled by Gofton . Burtt and Sowden raised the score to 138, but both were out then to IV . Carter's bowling . The innings terminated for 147, Lindberg being not out 8. The School opened their innings with Crowther and Hudson against the bowling of Sowden and Wisker . Both played carefully as the bowling was too good to be trifled with, and the light exceedingly bad. Crowther was out eventually to a good ball from Sowden . Hudson was joined by Mitchell, who, however, did not stay long, Sowden again managing to get a good ball past the batsman . Birks and Hudson helped matters on a little, each punishing Wisker rather severely and necessitating his being relieved by J . L. Procter . Birks, after making 9, was well-caught by Wisker . Gofton, who succeeded to the wicket, played an entirely defensive game, remaining at the wicket over 20 minutes for his couple of runs. J . L . Procter, however, spread-eagled his wickets by a fast ball . Napier had but a short time in as a heavy storm of rain interfered with the game, and as there seemed no immediate probability of its stopping, the match had to be left drawn in its present state . Hudson was not out 23, and but for him the School would have made a poor show . He played a capital innings, and devoid of chances though it must be admitted that he was repeatedly beaten by the bowling . For the School W. Carter and Gofton, as will be seen by the analysis, bowled best. The fielding was good, but not quite up to the mark.

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YORK. S . Mason, c Bingham, b W. Carter W . K . Procter, b W. Carter, J . L . Procter, c W . Carter, D. Carter H . Procter, c and b W . Carter J . Doran, c Gofton, b W. Carter A . Bean, b Gofton .. J . T. Wisher . c Napier, b Gofton F . Lawson, b Gofton . . T. K°Bowden, c Metcalfe, b W . Carter

o 22 18 o 4 J4 18 o 18 . . 12

G . N . Burn, b W . Carter

J . Lindley, not out

8 Byes lo leg byes 3 13 Total

. . 1 47

S . PETERS SCHOOL. F . C . Crowther, b Sowden A . Hudson, not out . . .. F. Mitchell, b Sowden G. V. Birks, c Wisher, b Sowden J E. Gofton, b J . L . Procter .. M . Napier, not out .. H. G. Metcalfe, E. S . D . Carter, W . Carter, to bat F. M . Bingham, J. F. Leaf, Byes 5, leg byes 1, wides r

2 23 4 9 2 1

Total for 4 wkts.

ANALYSIS. \V . Carter F . Mitchell F . C . Crowther E . S . D . Carter H. G . Metcalfe J . E . Gofton

Overs . 18 16 3 6 2 7

Maidens . 3 0 3 0 0

Runs. 51 36 11 11 8 19

Wickets. 6 0 0 0 3

v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. Played on the Yorkshire Gentlemens' Cricket Ground, June r4th. The Gentlemen had mustered a very strong team including several prominent cricketers . The Gentlemen won the toss and put the School in, Hudson and Crowther representing the School against the bowling of Gibson and Hine-Haycock . The first wicket fell quickly, Hudson playing a ball into the hands of point, after giving a very feeble display of cricket and playing in anything but good style. Crowther and Mitchell raised the score a little with two or three boundary hits, but Mitchell soon after fell a prey to a good catch at point . Birks' life was short but merry ; he was given out lbw to Hine-

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Haycock. Napier's advent enlivened matters considerably—by dint of hard hitting he raised the score from 22 to 44, Crowther in the mean time having kept quiet ; Napier ' s 21 included r five and 3 fours. Allan took the vacant wicket, but did not stay long . During his innings Crowther ran himself out after playing a thoroughly sound defensive game. Metcalfe hit two fours, but left with the score at 6o. W. Carter hit with considerable vigour and freedom, and the score was. raised to 75 . The brothers Carter added a little to the score, but were both out at 87 . W. Carter made some good hits in his 17 . With the bowling of Bingham the innings terminated. When the Gentlemen began to bat rain interfered with play for 25 minutes, but they managed to put together a score of 13o for nine wickets before time was called . Before the stoppage Harrison was out c and b Crowther . After resuming the game the Hon . R. Lawley hit up 36 very quickly before he had his wickets disturbed by a capital ball from Carter, whose bowling throughout was admirable . In quick succession he dismissed Hughes-Onslow, Gorham, and Capt . Bethell . On Capt . HineHaycock and Gibson getting together matters looked anything but rosy for the School . Aided by some loose fielding runs came apace, and when Capt . Hine-Haycock succumbed to a good ball from Crowther, the School score had been passed . Brogden made q when he was well c and b Mitchell. Gibson was the next to leave, a fast shooter from D . Carter removing his leg stump. The Rev. E . S. Carter likewise fell a victim to D . Carter ' s bowling, playing on after scoring 3 . With the fall of his wicket stumps were drawn leaving the Gentlemen with 130 to their credit and one wicket to fall. Though playing a losing game, the School never played better. On a rather difficult wicket the score of 84 was put together, while the bowling and fielding, with a few exceptions, left little to be desired. W . Carter shewed to special advantage, his runs being compiled in capital style, and his bowling quite a feature of the Gentlemen's innings. S . PETEK'S SCHOOL. A . Hudson, c Brogden b Gibson F . C . Crowther, run out F. Mitchell, c Brogden b Gibson G. V . Birks, c Sub . b Hine-Haycock M . Napier, lbw b Hine-Haycock .. H. W. Allan, b Gibson . . H . G . Metcalfe, b Onslow . . W. Carter, c Gibson b Onslow E. S . D . Carter, lbw, b Gibson . . F. M . ]3ingham, b Onslow . . .. J . F. Leaf, not out . . .,

o r8 5 5 21

4 8 17 6

o o Total

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YORhSHIRE GENTLEMEN'S C.C. A . Ilughes-Onslow, b W . Carter E . Ilarrison, c and b Crowther , Hon . R. Lawley, b W. Carter .. C . Gorham, b IV . Carter . . .. Capt . Bethel], b W . Carter . . .. Capt . IIine•Haycock, b Crowther A. E . Gibson, b D . Carter . . .. J . S . Brogden, c and b Mitchell .. E . S . Cox, not out . . .. Rev . E . S . Carter, b D. Carter . .

S o 36 1 6 13 42 9 11 3

. . .. Extras Total (for 9 wkts.)

W . Carter F . C . Crowther F . Mitchell E . S . D. Carter II . G . Metcalfe

ANALYSIS. Runs. Wickets. 44 4 39 2 IS I 21 2 o 7

Overs. 17 12 4 4'2 r

130

Maidens. 6 2 0 0 o

2ND XI . V . ST. MARTIN 'S.

This match was played on the School ground and resulted in a win for the School by 32 runs on the 1st innings . Leaf and Hood played in good form for the School ; Backhouse for St . Martin ' s . Clarke and Desborough shared the bowling, the former obtaining 5 wickets for 6 runs, and the latter 4 for 19 runs . On going on a second time Garland and Bingham made a long stand, Garland being not out 20 at call of time . ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. IST INNINGS. A. C . Clarke, b Robinson A. Hudson, c Robinson b Borland E. V. Iloulgate, run out H. F. Chadwick, c Fairlamb b Robinson J . F . Leaf, U Shannon F. M. Bingham, b Shannon N . L. Hood, run out . . J . O. Garland, b Shannon J . Desborough . b Robinson G. H . Chilman, U Robinson . . S . O . Bingham, not out Extras Total

2ND INNINGS. 9 2 l o b Shannon I not out . . 21 .. o 19 o not out . . o 0 o b Robinson . . 5 67

(For 2 wickets)

o 9

12 3 44

33 0

CRICKET.

ST . MARTIN ' S. Williams, c and b Desborough Burland, b Clarke . . . . .. Bollans, c Hudson b Clarke .. Mr . Robinson, b Desborough Rev . J . J . Davies, c and b Desborough Mr . J . Shannon, run out . . . Backhouse, not out . Fairlamb, c Leaf b Desborough Carey, b Clarke .. Hill, b Clarke . . . . .. Burton, c Leaf b Clarke .. Extras

FIRST "XI ." v . NEXT a XXII ." NEXT _XXII. W . Spink, b Carter A . C . Clarke, c Leaf b Carter . . . . N . L . Hood, run out . . T . O . Garland, b Carter .. J . Desbro', b Mitchell . . .. H. F . Chachvick, c Mitchell b Carter II . G . Metcalfe, c Crowther b W. Carter . . F . M . Bingham, c Crowther b Carter C . F . C . Padel, b Mitchell . . Ii . B . Whitby, b Mitchell . . E . V. Ilowgate, b Mitchell S . O . Bingham, b Carter J . A . Fasten, b Carter G . H . Chilman, b Mitchell . . A . C . T. Laybourne, b Mitchell . . K . E. T. Wilkinson, c Allen b Mitchell Rev . G. T . IIandford, b Mitchell . . C . Scargill, c Allen b Mitchell . . C . J . N . Carter . h Mitchell E . W. Clarke, c Crowther b Carter G. Padel, not out . . . . . S . Gillatt, c Mitchell b Carter . . Extras . . ..

FIRST

2 5 I 2

. .

5 o I

. .

2 o

. .

o o o o 2 3 o o o t

Total . .

. 2S

XI.

H . W . Allan, c Howgate b Chadwick M . Napier, run out T . E . Gofton, c Chadwick b Clarke i . F . Leaf, b Clarke A. Hudson, b Desborough . . W. Carter, b Desborough .. G . V . Birks, b Clarke . . F . Mitchell, c Clarke b Desborongh E. S . D . Carter, not out .. F . C. Crowther, b Metcalfe Extras Total ..

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FIRST "VII ." v . NEXT "XIII ." "NIII ." FIRST INNINGS . II . D . Naylor, c Lovell, U Mitchell .. Mr. Woolsey, b Lovell F . C . Crowther, b Mitchell II . G. Metcalfe, c Birks, b Gofton . . J . F . Leaf, b Mitchell II . F . Chadwick, b Mitchell N . L. Hood, b Mitchell A . Hudson, b Mitchell C . Spink, b Mitchell F . M . Bingham, b Mitchell A . Crosthwaite, U Lovell . . J . O . Garland, b Lovell . . H. B Whitby, not out L . Desborough absent Extras ..

SECOND INNINGS. o b W. Carter . . . . to b Mitchell . . 5 not out 6 15 St Mitchell, b Gofton . . 13 c Birks, b Lovell . . o 3 .. 1 3 8 8 6 b Mitchell . . I Extras Total

. . 79

Total (for 5 wkts.)

3 o 15 . . 20 . . 4

.. o 6 . . 52

" VII ." C . Lovell, run out E. S . D . Carter, b Crowther .. W. Carter, c Metcalfe, b Crowther J . E . Gofton, b Mr . Woolsey F. Mitchell, b Crowther G. V. Birks, not out M . Napier, b Mr. Woolsey Extras Total

NOTES AND ITEMS. The Rev. S . Peel has been preferred to the Chaplaincy of the Bishop of Bathurst. L . Hutchings stroked the Selwyn boat in the Cambridge May races. F . A. Bulman ran second in the 3 miles steeplechase at Durham University Sports. F . A . Bulman wtth W . G . Croft won the Kingsford Cup at Durham University Regatta . Bulman also rowed 2 in University College Senior Four. P . L. Newman has passed the Final Actuaries Examination. P . E . Lord scored 1o8 playing for Clare Coll . Cambridge P . E . Lord has taken a 2nd Class (Division I) in the Cambridge Classical Tripos. C . B . Clarke has taken a 3rd Class (Division I) in the same. W . H . Holmes has taken a 2nd Class in the Durham Classical Tripos.

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Owing to the dilatoriness of 'Varsity O .P .'s the Editors have to apologise for the non-appearance of any Oxford or Cambridge Letter in this number. J . E . GOFTON, A . C. CLARKE, and G. H . CHILMAN have been elected on the Sports Committee. The Editors beg to acknowledge the receipt of the following contemporaries : " Lorettonian," " Worcester College Mag .," " Methodist School Mag ., " " Ulala," " Stamfordian . " The Missionary letter to be continued from the May number of the Peterite has been kept over from want of space, and will be concluded in the next number.

THEATRICAL ACCOUNT. 1887. RECEIPTS .

EXPENDITURE. s.

Deficit (1886,)

Public Subscriptions

Police

Masters' „ School House . .

12 16

6 6

Band

O .P .'s

Rev. C . R. Gilbert ' s Day Boys

• .

9 4

7 2

6 0

4 0 0

Lamb (paint) Gas

. . . .

0 13

Barber . . Grenades

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May (dresses)

. . 20

Beards

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Chairs

. .

Sundries

. .

0 14

7 119 6 o 6 8 o

. .

i 12

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Clarkson (wigs)

2 12

Bollans (lamps)

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Hartley . .

6 10

Holtby . .

Sampson's

2 15

5 6

J. Parker

o lo

Carriage, Post, &c . Carpet for Stage . .

Mr. Lindberg (canvas, &c.)

2 8

Cousins . .

61 Ig 6 Balance 62 0

I 0

62 0

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PI ;TFRITE. VoL . IX .

OCTOBER, 1888 .

No . 76 and 77.

MISSIONARY NEWS .—Continued. O feed my band of students is sometimes more perplexing than to

T teach them . We have no shops . We are occasionally reduced to salt venison, which is less appetising than corned mutton . At other times out larder is overflowing . Like books on Arctic Exploration, my letter cannot exclude commissariat topics . To the savage this is of the first importance, and when we are separated from the conveniences of civilization we recede towards our savage ancestors and begin to conform to their ways . Drop a city arab, one of the latest products of civilization, into the primeval forest, and he would starve, unless he met with a savage to teach him the primitive laws of life. Did you ever see Landseer ' s picture of Bolton Abbey in the olden time? The scene is often here repeated, only amid less refined surroundings . A canoe is just beached at my garden gate . I buy ten deer, six halibuts, a number of wild geese, ducks, teal, grouse, and smaller birds, or nearly two tons of the hunter ' s spoil ! But then there are no hares to complete this picture of our modern time. One youth is told off in turn to cook for the rest during a week. The weekly scrubbing of the dormitories is also by rotation, but each washes his own clothing and bedding . They are a healthy and hardy set of lads . After tubbing in the open air by lamplight it is not unusual to see them scurrying about their great yard like so many unreclaimed savages, as their greatgrandfathers were . It would make you shiver too much to be amused under such circumstances. A new and perplexing difficulty has lately arisen . My little boys have grown into young men, and two of them have fallen into that awkward hallucination curiously called love . Even the juniors, to my certain knowledge, have been writing amatory epistles to the fairies. Discipline suffered . One poor stupid fellow even absented himself from evening prayers to keep an engagement with a fellow student's sister . At bed time I entered the dormitory with my black-thorn and

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ordered my lad, who had slipped into bed only partially undressed, to arise. I explained to him the pain I was about to suffer for his benefit and then inflicted corporal punishment in the presence of his companions. It broke down his Indian stoicism so that he complained to me in hurried snatches that the stick hurt him . It seemed to affect his seat of judgment, for he was rash enough to promise never to love again ! The father of the girl sent her to me for similar treatment, but I only administered fatherly admonition . Happily, the average English boy is more sensible than my Haida Indian . For those below the average nature provides black-thorns. My boys are capital sailors . (A pet sheep nibbling my coat sleeve makes writing a difficulty, He is generally content to stand still with his head resting on my study table . I have coaxed him out of doors with a bunch of raisins . We had intended to eat him but he is such a pet that we all feel it would be almost murder to kill him . It is almost certain that he takes me to be a sheep . However, against this theory is his jealousy of my white pussy and beautiful black retriever, for sheep are said to be silly or innocent, and jealousy is not innocent .) Revenons de nos moutons . My capital sailor boys had a scare lately. To save the expense of constantly running by little steamer when the wind is fair for sailing I bought a cutter-rigged yacht, 24 feet long by 7 feet beam . One early morning at dawn I started, with five of my Indian lads as crew, for a small settlement of white people about 20 miles distant . On our return a gale broke on us . For miles the course lies between an extensive outlying reef and a shore from which stand out two dangerous reefs . While the daylight lasted our hearts were light and we enjoyed the pace at which we raced over the waves. But to head to windward among those rocks in the darkness that became black and to be drenched with the spray blown from the wave crests was a very different thing . I had a fishing line on board and a large jack knife . With this for a lead line we sounded until we got bottom and then put about . All were as silent as fish, save when I gave orders to handle the sheets on going about . It was past midnight when we almost felt our way into a sheltered cove to anchor, and then all of us thanked God, and huddled under the decked-in part forward where we slept soundly, though wet to the skin and indifferent to the roaring gale outside and hard planks beneath us. At daybreak the wind fell and we weighed anchor . Before we got home we were able to shake out the double reefs and enter the harbour under full sail and flying colours.

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Since then she has been in a more perilous condition ; I was absent from home when a fierce westerly gale snapped the chain which moored her and away she danced . Before she could strike some rocks my lads with great promptitude put off to her in the long boat, and skilfully steered her under the lee of the rocks that at first threatened, but finally protected her . The career of this floating pet of mine is illustrative of the ways of this country . She was built to compete in a regatta on the 4th July, 1886 in Puget Sound, Washington Territory. Two Sailors, a German and Norwegian hired her with the right of purchase to sail to the gold mines on the Taka river close to the noble Yukon river . They found no gold but lost the little they had, like many other hapless fellows smitten with the gold fever . They sailed back again and came in here through stress of weather . They had sailed 'Soo miles in the tiny craft, and had at least another month's voyage before them before they could reach their destination . The poor fellows were very much dispirited and longed to find better employment . I gave them letters of introduction to the managers of the neighbouring salmon canning establishment, who employed them all the fishing season at wages that astonished them, ZI z per mensem instead of the 4 they had been accustomed to in the old country. One of them has become an abstainer and has made me his Savings Banker . He is not the only one who has done so . I gave them for the little cutter which exactly fills up a long felt want. All sorts and conditions of men drift towards me . A few clays ago I sent out some of the boys to cut branches to decorate a room for a festive occasion . They brought back a Norwegian, an American and their Chinese servant . They had been wrecked and lost their boat in which they had sailed from American territory . The Chinaman we we employed here and his masters we fitted out and forwarded to their destination. Earlier in the Autumn a wealthy young English hunter dropped in upon us . He had left England in order to procure one or two heads of the much prized big-horn . Assisted by our Indians he got three, having shot them at the snow line of a mountain in sight of my house . Before starting for Colorado to shoot buffalo, he imprudently sallied forth after Morning Prayers one Sunday to shoot wild duck . The sea rose and

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swamped his canoe, and but for the prompt and humane rescue by Indians, he would have been drowned . He was a first-rate swimmer, but when taken out of the sea he became unconscious and it was some

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hours before he was restored . The Indians thought God had taught him it was breaking His law to hunt on a Sunday, when he had plenty to eat. You will be interested to hear of my last visit to Massett, a Haida village on the north of Queen Charlotte ' s Island . The distance is a little over roo miles . The weather was settled and I preferred sailing to steaming. The first stage brought us to an island 18 miles distant. In a small harbour we anchored, intending to sail at daybreak . Bu t during the night bad weather set in and there we were kept three days. Deer and other game abounded, so we could not become short of provisions . The harbour ' s name is Lthazit, and I learnt the story by asking why it was so-called . A long time ago the Piratical Haida Indians tried to surprise and murder the Timstrians, who were encamped here gathering food of various kinds . Several families were sleeping in the huge, but roughly built hunting lodge . It was a still and starlight night, but a heavy swell rolled in from the Pacific Ocean, breaking lazily on some adjacent sunken rocks . A solitary Timstrian more industrious than the rest was fishing near the harbour mouth. To his alarm he heard a hissing kind of sound as if a signal . Instantly he cut away his fishing line with a mussle shell (knives were then unknown) and with a well-known action of the paddle which does not lift it out of the water, but by feathering and then drawing it, he reached the shadow of the steep rocks and gained the lodge unobserved. He put his hand on the mouth of each sleeper and then spoke the news into the waking ear. Picking up their moveables all glided into the forest behind them, except one blind old man of small stature . He was aroused by the war shout, and with rare presence of mind snatched up a dirty grease box, put it over his head, and crouched down . Disappointed at the escape of their intended victims they destroyed all they could, but the blow on the grease box inflicted no serious injury on its occupant . Away they sailed, and out stole the little man, who soon met his own people with the news of what had happened . One canoe of the retreating fleet get separated from the rest without being missed . The surprising piece of news communicated by the blind man was that he had heard cries of distress seaward . Venturing along the rocks to watch their foes in the offing they heard another piercing cry.. A solitary figure was descried clinging to a rock washed by the sea. He was a chief's son, the only person that was not drowned when the canoe split to pieces on a sunken rock . The Timstrians rescued him,

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but on seeing who it was were for immediately killing him . But he happened to be of the same badik or crest brotherhood as one of his deliverers, who at some risk saved his life . The year following they sent word to the Haidas by means of an intermediate tribe at peace with both . There the Timstrian and Haidas met by arrangement, and several slaves were produced as a ransom for the chief ' s son . We will take no ransom " said the chief of the Timstrians . So surprising was this that the Haidas thought it indicated treachery, and in a moment they grasped their weapons . Promptly a Timstrian stood up with stretched out arms, a sign of peace . Fears being thus allayed, a great feast was made, eagle's down scattered, and a peace thus nobly made lasted until the palefaces came and rolled for ever away the curse of war . Such was the story, and the missing signal gave the name Lthazit to the harbour. At length we reached Massett, the chief Haida centre . Only about 450 Indians are there now . We had a missionary among them in 1874 and at intervals ever since . The village stands a little back from the beach, in front of which flows an arm of the sea extending southwards 3o mi l es, forming an inland sea of exquisite beauty fringed with the finest forest trees to be seen in this country . In front of the houses stands a serried line of lofty poles carved wit', br~tcsque figures, from which the learned among Indians can trace the pedigree of the family to which the pole belonged . Behind the houses on a slight elevation, where the year before I gathered strawberries, stands a very pretty new church . Near it is the plainest of school houses, and further back, flanked by the forest, stands the mission house. This was the home of the dreaded pirates and marauders of the North Pacific Ocean . About twelve years before the first missionary stepped from the ship's boat to the beach, a stranger to all, and with his brave wife and little child found shelter in the dim corner of a Haida's house . Heathenism was at its height . Theirs was a hideous experience . Their devotion has not only rolled back the tide of war, but introduced God's message of peace that has tamed the wild spirits. Their high priest of heathenism was a clever man, full of faith in himself. Then he conversed with demons, now the pleasant smile on his face he attributes to the pleasant ideas God's angels give him. Formerly, 11e said, he could call up ghosts, now angels come unbidden. He is an excellent drLI —list, draughtsman, carver, and counsellor, and what is the crown of all, a good Christian, no longer with intellect and

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imagination p erverted, but purified by God's converting power . lie stood in the front rank of the chief men at the entrance of the church to meet me as I was proceeding to consecrate it, and fell into the procession with the rest . I arrived at the village on Tuesday when a mere handful of people were at home . The others were at a distance, scattered along the west coast hunting seals and otters . The missionary managed to get three crews together and despatched them to call as many as possible to the village . On Saturday I consecrated the church and counted 264 persons present . 'There was a choir of 3o men and boys heading the procession . Immediately in front of me were the churchwardens and sidesmen carrying prettily carved and gilded wands their own workmanship . It was a most solemn s e rvice, which deeply impressed all present. After the consecration I baptized 72, confirmed 63, and married 3 6. persons . Never that I can remember was I so tired as on that Saturday night . The weariness nearly banished sleep . Though it will prolong my letter I will tell you of a little incident of that day. The babies kept up an accompaniment that at first distressed me during the confirmation . On this account perhaps it was that I had not noticed a young man with work-a-day clothes on speak to the missionary leading up the candidates for confirmation, nor observed that a churchwarden had undertaken that duty . Among the last to be confirmed was this young man, who was led to me from the font where lie had been baptized while the confirmation proceeded . The baby cries had (br owned to me the baptismal service at the other end of the church. This young man had been carefully prepared for these services and looked forward to meeting me at 1\Iassett that month . But the canoe that had gone to call the party lie belonged to left with them, leaving him behind because he was benighted at a distance . During the night he reached the rendezvous, and guessed the reason of its emptiness . At dawn next morning lie started for a twenty mile walk along a trackless and rocky shore, and arrived in church during the confirmation . I was unaware of the tremendous effort he had made as he knelt before me ragged and barefoot . He had Nvorn away his shoes and left his footprints behind him in blood along the chancel. I doubt not but that the heavenly gift bestowed on him bore a true proportion to his earnestness in seeking it. Next day was Sunday, by which time other Indians had returned' from their hunting, and the church was filled with a well-dressed,

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intelligent, and devout congregation . There were 90 communicants. The offertory was £30 I 2S ., of which amount more than .4: 20 was given by the Indians themselves . When the three crews that called in their brethren were paid for their three days ' hard struggling with an adverse wind they all handed back their well-earned wages to assist in paying off the remaining debt on the building . Is not all this remarkable among a people so lately foremost in deeds of blood and rapine ? On Monday I rode many miles into the country to visit the cattle farm, and amongst other places called at a herdsman's hut . He was at home, and soon was busy cooking his very best for my entertainment. Fried potatoes and bacon with very strong tea . After this repast he placed before me a church service, from which I read. Before I left he shewed me a photograph of his mother, and in speaking of her his voice shook, and a tear could hardly be kept back . Loneliness does not harden the heart like the bad companionship of cities but still I . pity these solitary men. I have frequent meetings with the scattered sons of our fatherland. For instance, I had ministered at the bedside of a sick man, and the spokesman of the rest of the band said he was told to ask me to preach to them . I found it good for myself to pour out my heart in speaking to those gold miners who evinced such hunger for heavenly things. On reaching home the first man that met me was a Christian Indian from a band of more than 200, mostly heathen, living about 45 miles away . He had a wounded conscience . His grown up, unconverted son was ready to graduate in some heathen mystery, but lacked the full amount of the required fees . He begged his father to give him what was lacking, which he did. But he saw his error at once . For this he came to me confessing it . So deep was his emotion that he suddenly dropped on his knees and continued some minutes in silent and apparently agonizing prayer. I was also moved by the man's tumult of heart . As he rose I took his cold and trembling hand, and assured him that God had put away his sin I have prayed so long for pardon, he said that my whole body is sick. To-day he and a friend have again arrived, and intend to stay for the Christmas festival . He had another sin to confess . He had been sitting with his band round a huge fire when the intoxicating cup was passed round . He put it to his lips without drinking and then passed it on . He was a coward, and as he said, " the bad men were glad I was afraid to do right, and so on two occasions I have encouraged evil

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by my weakness, and therefore helped the devil . But I feel happier now I have told you . " Such was his simple story, the outcome of a sincere heart self-tortured as well as sorely tempted . Some people would scoff at rather than sympathise with such sensitiveness of conscience . But they never can help forward the true regeneration of humanity. To me it is a great delight to perceive any signs of conscience at all among the heathen, and when it does appear great skill is needful to train it by gradually forming a right judgment as its groundwork . How great scope is here for prayer for heavenly guidance ! Your prayers avail for this as well as in the furtherance of our mission work in general. When shall I stop writing? I must trace briefly the wanderings o f a poor slave . He was brought to me for protection by an Indian who had assisted in his escape . When a child he was kidnapped from a tribe about 600 miles to the south-east . His captors sold him, and by successive sales he was at last settled in the house of a Kodiak chief 2,000 miles from his home and in the region of the midnight sun . His master died, and, dreading to be made a sacrifice of, he trusted himself to a Kaiak, or small skin canoe. After countless adventures and miseries he reached a camp of our Indians trading in the north, and they concealed him until he was out of danger . But he had not realized that he was safe even when he came to me . The dread of being recaptured was upon him . I set him at work, and that he might not be long in tasting the sweets of liberty I paid him his wages at the close of his first day ' s work . He looked with mingled delight and astonishment at the first receipt of money for his labour . As soon as he had earned enough to pay his passage to Victoria he embarked, and I added a small sum with which to obtain supplies on arrival . He had quite forgotten his mother tongue, and yet longed to return to the place of his birth . He promised to return to me and be my slave if he did not meet with a kind reception from his friends and relatives. At last I stop. Next July I hope to attend the Lambeth Conference of Bishops, and soon after that I should like to meet you face to face. Meanwhile, farewell . Yours sincerely, W . CALEDONIA

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SCHOOL NEWS. We are pleased to be able to report an increase in the numbers of the school this term . The School House now contains 34 boys, and the Day boys are more numerous than before . This improvement must be eminently satisfactory to all who have at heart the welfare of St . Peter's . Let us hope that subscriptions will flow in in due proportion. The late cricket season cannot be well called a successful one . To win only 4 matches out ofa total of 19 is the reverse of satisfactory . There was this year a want of ordinary enthusiasm for the game itself, and a languid indifference to practice, which to a very great extent neutralized any good qualities which the team possessed . Until it is realised that to play the game well requires honest work and unremitting practice the cricket of the school will never be a success. During the holidays the School Library has been thoroughly over. hauled, and the books dusted, re-arranged and re-numbered . Day boys in the Sixth Form have been admitted to the right of obtaining books from it . The increased income arising from this source will prove a welcome addition to the Library Fund, which has been for a year or two incapable of purchasing for us new books . We hope that more use will be made of the library than heretofore, and that volumes, weightier and more solid than novels, that have now been cleansed from the dust of ages, will just occasionally—more is not to be hoped for—be obtained and read. We publish in another column an abstract of the Examiners' reports, very satisfactory ones they are too, which were made at the Midsummer Prize-giving . The School, it will be seen, has obtained a very creditable list of honours during the past year . In addition to those announced on that occasion, N . L . Hood has obtained a scholarship, and there is promise of more to follow shortly. Our prospects for the Football season are fairly good, though the absence of Hood will make a serious difference to the strength of the team . Forward, as usual, we shall be good, but there are three places to fill amongst the backs, and no very obvious men to fill them. However, many sturdy players are left of last year ' s XV ., and if only we are favoured with good weather and decent luck we shall not disgrace ourselves. A match card has been issued similar in form to the cricket card. It contains an excellent list of matches, including engagements with B

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some very strong clubs . It is perhaps however a defect that until December 1st all the matches are at home, and then come four consecutive engagements away. But this is a .trifle. Let us hope that the elements will relax their sternness, and he more favourable to our football than they have been to cricket . If there is to be any summer this year at all —though it seems an Irishism to say so—it must come in the autumn. A meeting was held on Sept . 28th, when it was put to the vote whether there should be a theatrical performance at the end of this term or no ; there was a decided majority in favour of it, of course: the custom is far too good a one to be suddenly dropped, especially when the school is in its present condition with regard to its increasing numbers . Opportunity was taken at the same meeting to choose a captain of the boats for next year, F. Mitchell being the man elected.

THE CRICKET SEASON, 1888. HE rule of De mortuis nil nisi barium is an excellent one. Yet if

T it be observed this article will be so inconveniently short as to

bring no relief to the heart of the jaded editor of the .Peterite, for to speak sooth there is more evil than good to be recorded of the departed season. Without comparing it with former seasons, but judging it independently, it must be confessed that as an exhibition of cricket it was bad . The summer of course was an atrocious one as far as weather was concerned, but even pelting rain and continual slow wickets can not be held answerable for the display given of batting and bowling and general knowledge of the game . Except in a very few members of the team, the love of the game and the desire to learn its intricacies, and above all the dash necessary to anyone who will shine in it, were entirely absent . Practice was too casual and intermittent, while a good bowler and competent coach, ready and anxious to correct faults and to foster talent, was much missed . To secure such a one forthwith for next season would be worth untold sums, as, if he did not succeed in improving next year's record, he would at least do something for the cricket of its team, and lay a foundation for the cricket of future seasons, which would be its own reward. The fielding of the team was its best feature, but it was in the field that the radical cause of non-success was chiefly seen—ignorance of

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'the game as exemplified more particularly in the placing of the field. Often have we seen right hand round the wicket relieve left hand round and bowl away merrily without moving a single member of the field. If a left-hander can bowl without a long leg and has his extra man out on the off side, it by no means follows that such an arrangement will suit a right-hander . Short leg must not always be left to commune with the umpire, and point may, by a judicious but not too frequent change of position, not undertaken on his own responsibility, closer in or more forward, effect catches and save runs . All bowlers seemed to have the idea that it is needful to have two men at least in the slips. This is unnecessary for some bowlers, always so for slow bowlers on wet wickets . The ground fielding and backing up were safe without being brilliant . With regard to the eleven in the field, nothing was more striking than the incongruousness of their apparel . This may seem a minor point, but verily it is not by any means, and the moral worth and capacity of school teams are as often gauged by the nature of their raiment as by any other criterion . Let us hope that next season there will be no blazers worn in the field, nor yet football caps, still less football jerseys, still less football jerseys under cricket shirts . Belts are plebeian, and, horresco rcfirens, a man in rowing shorts with bare legs, the left one shielded by a pad, is not a thing of beauty . As other schools have but little chance of judging us except from without, it is as well that our outward appearance be calculated to please. The batting itself pointed conclusively to the want of a coach. Forward play was almost entirely absent, and, remembering that \V. G. Grace advises to play forward whenever possible, it will be seen that this was a serious defect. Leg hitting requires cultivation, and runs were lost through forcing off balls to mid-off when they would have gone twice as hard to point and third man . Nothing is lost and often a run is gained by invariably running the first run at top speed . The best individual innings was Mitchell's 48 against North Riding Asylum, which was an excellent performance, and he and two or three others should do very well next year . A grand chance of beating Durham was lost when, going in against 59, the School colla psed for 49, the last five wickets only totalling eleven against the splendid bowling of Badnall . In the first match against the Yorkshire Gentlemen the cricket was satisfactory, but in the second, though opposed by a very inferior team, the School bowling got most "catawompously chawed up ." This was greatly owing to an error of judgment in refusing to bat

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after winning the toss . Such a course is only usual when the wicket is likely to improve with wear, or when the side winning the toss is confident of dismissing its opponents with ease . The only other aim can be that of drawing the match, and to play all through for a draw is most unsportsmanlike and quite opposed to the spirit which should pervade school cricket . With wicket and ground good, and bowling easy, no captain should hesitate to go in. The bowling was weak considering that it was a bowler ' s season. W . Carter bowled well up to the Durham match and then fell off, and about the same period Mitchell returned to form and was effective with slow breaks . D . Carter has some command of the ball, and Crowther was useful and should do very well with head work . The custom of taking a ball down before beginning to bowl seemed quite unknown to. all the trundlers. The points, then, calling for attention are—r . The engagement of a competent bowler and coach, who will perfect forward play and leg hitting . 2 . Practice of the team . This should certainly be in the evening as well as at noon . It is impossible for the whole eleven to get proper practice in three hours a week, and while practice with the men in their places is invaluable for fielding purposes, the net might well be used in the evenings by a limited number, whose times and seasons might be appointed by the captain . The small boys want coaching and looking after, and they should have their ground to themselves. 3 . Placing of the field . Lillywhite ' s diagrams are excellent : the rest must come from experience. Granted these postulates, the prospects for next season are decidedly encouraging . There will be some six members of the present team available, and there are several likely colts to replace the departed. The weather can hardly be worse, and as far as can be seen most things will be better than in 18SS. CHARACTERS OF THE ELEVEN. (capt.) A plucky and effective wicket-keeper . In batting should watch the ball and score more behind the wicket. J . E . GOFTON . Very poor bat . Should stand up to his wicket and use his reach . Useful change bowler, with puzzling action . Slowin the field. H.W . ALLAN

F. MITCHELL.

Batted very well, though apt to lose his wicket with a bad stroke . Back play good, but must get his left shoulder down

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when playing forward, and keep his right foot firm . Bowled well at the end of the season, and does better slow than fast. M . NAPIER . Very hard hitter, with an original style of batting . Must learn to play forward and to stop yorkers . Hard working field. V G. . BIRKS. Improved greatly at the end of the season, and was a very useful bat . Plays forward too much to the on, and might use his height and strength more . Good field. W . CARTER . Good slow left hand bowler, with great break back. Rustic right hand bat . Must stand up to his wicket and not pull. Good field. D . CARTER . Stiff bat ; played some useful innings . Runs well between wickets . Came out strong as a bowler, and with care will do well. H. G . METCALFE . Has all the makings of an excellent bat, but failed through invariably hitting across . Should learn to play steadily and stand upright at the wicket. Good field. F . C . CROWTHER . Very promising with the bat, but must learn to hit to leg ; stands in a cramped attitude . Useful bowler, slow right hand, with some work on, and judicious varying of pace ; will be good. A . HUDSON . Played some good innings ; has an excellent style of forward play, and a good straight bat . Miserable field. \V . L. HOOD . Ugly though effective bat . Good catch. Matches played, 18 ; won, 4 ; lost, 10 ; drawn, 4. Matches won—North Riding Asylum, Revellers, Clifton, North Riding Asylum. Lost—Pocklington, Ripon G . S . (2), Yorkshire Gentlemen, Old Boys, Durham G . S ., H . Woolsey's Xi ., Londesboro' Park, Clifton, A . O . joy's XI. Drawn—Iondesboro' Park, York Club (2), Yorkshire Gentlemen. BATTING AVERAGES. Total F . Mitchell A . Iludson N . L . Hood W . Carter G . V . Birks M . Napier

Innings. IS

Not out.

Runs.

190

Highest Score. 48

6 16

107

23 21

Average. lobo 7'9 7 6. 7 5 .1 7

5 .4

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BATTING AVEItAGES .—Continued. Total If . G . Metcalfe II . W . Allan . . F. C . Crowther E . S . D . Carter J . E . Gofton . . C . E . Lovell . . Ii . F . Chadwick J . F . Leaf . . F. M . Bingham

Innings. 16 t6 IS 17

Not out. 2

3 S 12 4

0 2

Highest Score.

Runs.

72 74 66 69 48 32

12 r8 IS

4'5 3'9 10 . 2

25 r8 5* 5

5'2 4 . 14 4'10

3'4 2'3 0'3

* Not out .

BOWLING ANALYSIS. W . Carter . . D . Carter .. F. Mitchell I . E . Gorton . . I' . C . Crowther II . AV . Allan . . II . G . Metcalfe C . E Lovell . . J . F . Leaf . .

Over,. 2 75' 1 1 7 6 '4 22 3' 1 44'2 1522 23 11

20 3

Maidens. 74 36 53 7 38 1 0

7 0

Runs. 6o6 44 2 549 152 447 98 53 39 18

Runs per AVides, Wickets . Wicket. 65 0 9 .3 12 . 2 2 36 8 1 3'7 40 13'S 0 II 1 0

31 5

o o

14 '4 19'6 5S 6'5

CRIChE"I'. v . YORK REVELLERS. This was a very interesting match, and, latterly, most exciting, ending, as it did, in a win for us by one run . Our opponents went in first, to the bowing of NV . Carter and Crowther, who were not relieved during the innings . The wickets soon begin to fall ; the first two were down for one run . The number of catches was remarkable ; Birks and Napier each mlde two, and eight men out of the eleven were out in this way . On the School side, on the other hand, eight men were cleaned bowled . The School at first did fairly well, but the later wickets fell quickly, and Chalwick went in with six to mike to win. This he and Leaf succeeded in doing, making runs of some hits that seemed almost hopeless . Directly after the winning hit Leaf succumbed to a good ball from E . Stephenson. YORK REVELLERS. . .

II . Spencer, c Birks b W . Carter R . Barnett, c I) . Carter b Crowther W . Atkinson, c Napier b Crowther

.. ••

7 0

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347

.. W . Brown, c Napier b W . Carter W . Singleton, c Metcalfe b W. Carter . . Moore, b W. Carter F . Spencer, c Mitchel b Crowther H . Stephenson, c Birks b W . Carter F . Lawson, st Allan b Crowther G. Hills rip, c W . Carter b Crowther E. Stephenson, not out .. Extras ..

14 c 2 12 0 0 II 2

Total ..

Ilt)\V'LING ANALYSIS. W . Carter Crowther

.. ..

Runs 23 24

Wkts . 5 5

Mdn. . 1 2

Overs 12 III

Bowled 0

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. H . W . Allan, b II . Stephenson . . F . C . Crowther, b H . Stephenson F . Mitchell, b II . Stephenson . . M . Napier, h H. Stephenson . . G. V . Birks, 11)w, b II . Stephenson W. Carter, b E . Stephenson . . II G . Metcalfe, b II . Stephenson D . Carter, run out F. M. Bingham, b IT . Stephenson J . F . Leaf, b E . Stephenson . . II . F . Chadwick, not out Extras . . Total . .

II 0 14 4 0 0 6 3 5 5 5o

z' . RIPON GRAMMAR. SCHOOL. This match was played on June 2 tst, at Ripon . The School went in first, represented by Allan and Crowther, who, however, quickly gave way to Mitchell and Gofton . Mitchell alone made any stand against the bowling, and the innings terminated for the poor total of 26. The Ripon innings was begun by Danks and Hill, with Carter and Crowther as bowlers . The score began to rise quickly, and by the fall of the second wicket the School score had been passed . Three men on their side reached the twenties, and, aided by several wides, they succeeded iu making in all 127 . This painful defeat was mainly the result of the weakness of the School batting, but, on the other hand, the bowling was not up to its usual form. ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. i I . W . Allan, c Swire b Ragg F . C . Crowther, b Swire .. F. Mitchell . U Swire .. J . E . Gofton, b Swire M . Napier, b Swire G. V . Birks, c Ligertwood b Ragg W . Carter, b Swire .. H. G . Metcalfe, b Swire . . D . Carter, not out

CRICKET. 34 8 J . F. Lcaf, b Ragg II . F . Chadwick, b Swire

.. . .

o 3

Total . .

. .

RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. 14 21 23 7

E . banks, b Mitchell J . R . Hill, c Birks b D. Carter . . . . C . Bryant, b D . Carter . . W . Wrangham, b Crowther K. Tupman, c and b D . Carter . . T. G . Ligertwood, b D. Carter . . R . S . Ragg, 1) D . Carter F . Speak, b D . Carter . . S . Swire, lbw, b D . Carter C . E . Ligertwood, b D . Carter . . M . G. Heath, not out .. Extras

6 33 3 4 3 2 II

Total ..

W . Carter . . F . Crowther F . Michell . . D . Carter . . .. Gofton

127

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Wides Runs Wkts. Overs 0 29 o 13 o 29 1 14 5 5 15 1 o J7 8 16 . 3 o Io o 2

Mdns. 4 2 0

Bowled 0 I I

v. CLIFTON. This match was played on the School ground . Losing the toss, the Cliftonians were sent first to the wickets, where chiefly owing to Haigh and Houlgate they totalled 57 . The School began disastrously, and at one time it seemed impossible that the game could be saved . When the two Carters became partners they put a different aspect on affairs, and with Metcalfe ' s plucky hitting managed to win the game. CLIFTON. T . Parker, b W . Carter G. Clarke, b I) . Carter .. E. Nicholson, b W . Carter T . Ilaigh, b D . Carter .. J Sturdy, b D. Carter . . T . Stanesfield, b D . Carter R. Cowl, c Birks b D . Carter .. J . Haigh, c Metcalfe b W. Carter M. lIoulgate, not out .. F. Wrightson, b D . Carter T . Madgwick, c Metcalfe b W . Carter .. Extras .. Total .. BOWLING ANALYSIS . W . Carter I) . Carter Crowther

Runs 15 26

Wkts. 4 6

Overs 12 . 4 16 4

Mdns. 6 5

Bowled

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ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. II . W . Allan, b Stansfield A . Iludson, b Stanslicld . . F . Mitchell, b Sturdy . . \I. Napier, b Stan-Meld . . G . V . Birks, b Stansfield . . F . C . Crowther, run out . . W . Carter, c Stansfield b Sturdy D . Carter, b Nicholson . II . G . Metcalfe, b Nicholson II. F . Chadwick, b Haigh . . J . F . Leaf, not out .. Extras . .

8 0 3 4 2 15 17 II

5 5

Total . .

v . OLD BOYS. Played as usual on St . Peter's Day, in wretched weather . The Old Boys were first represented by Lord and \Vaud, of whom the former played splendidly, stopping some very good balls from W . Carter. While Crawshaw was in, the scoring was very slow but runs came quickly on Sharpe 's arrival . Mitchell at last clean bowled Sharpe, whose innings of 25 included some very fine off drives . Of the rest Walker and Chadwick alone did much . The School began with Allan and Hudson, neither of whom reached double figures . Mitchell scored 15 when he was lbw . to Lord, and Bilks, W . Carter, and Metcalfe tried to improve matters, so that it was thought expedient to put on W . U. Wilson with " sneaks . "

The School total was 88. OLD BOYS.

P . F . Lord, b W . Carter . . .. G . C . \Vaud, b W . Carter R . Crawshaw, b W . Carter . . . . J . Sharpe, b Mitchell . Wilson, lbw, b AN . Carter . . W. G . . . J . Walker, b Crowther C . I-Iaynes, c D . Carter b \V . Carter . . J. G . Wilson, c W . Carter b Mitchell . . N . L. Hood, c Metcalfe b W . Carter . . . . H. F . Chadwick, not out .. F . M. Bingham, b Crowther Extras . . Total . .

W . Carter F. Mitchell D . Carter F . Crowther

.. . . .. ..

. .

. . ..

. .

.. ..

7 19 25 o 23 o

. .

o . .

• •

6 8

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Overs Runs \Vkts. 6 21 6o 2 20 36 8 o 2 3 2 2'2

117

Mdns. 2 5 0 I

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL. . .

II . W . Allan, c Lord b J . Sharpe .. A . Hudson, b J . Sharpe . . . . F . Mitchell, lbw, b Lord

Bowled 3 I 2

9 8 15 C

CRICKET.

35 o

F. C . Crowther, c and b Lord J . E . Gofton, b Sharpe .. M . Napier, b Lord G. V. Birks, c Chadwick, b Lord D . Carter, 1) Sharpe .. W . Carter, not out H . G . Metcalfe, c Hood, 1) Lord J . F . Leaf, 1) W . G. Wilson .. Extras .. Total . . OLD BOYS. Second Innings. P . E . Lord, 1) Mitchell W . G. Wilson, b Mitchell G . C . \Vaud, not out .. R . Crawshaw, b W . Carter J . Sharpe, b Mitchell ..

15 15 I1

4 Go

Total (for 4 wickets)

Mitchell Crowther W . Carter

BOWLING ANALYSIS, Runs, Wlcts . Overs. 17 3 13 24 0 5 IS 7 7' .

Mdns. 7

Booed 3

0 1

0 I

YORh.

This match was played on the York ground . The School captain winning the toss elected to send the York men in first . Seymour and Boddye faced the deliveries of W. Carter and Crowther . A very good start was made, and Seymour and Procter were particularly unmerciful to the School bowling . After they left, 3 wickets fell in quick succession . A stand was then made by Walker and Stephenson who hit well for their runs . The innings closed for the large total of 227 . The School sent in first Allan and Crowther, to the bowling of Stephenson and Boddye . Neither stayed long, and Mitchell only added 3 to the total when he was bowled by Sowden . The brothers Carter then made a better stand, and added nearly 20 before W . Carter was bowled by Nicholson . Napier succeeded and played freely for r 2 . The best cricket was shewn when Birks joined Carter . L'irks played much better cricket than he has shewn before this season . A few runs were added and Carter was c and b by Boddye. He had played very carefully for IS. Metcalfe and Hudson both helped to raise the total, and at call of time the score was 107 for 8 wickets, Hudson being not 12. The School batting was much better than in previous matches . The fiery state of the wicket and the intense heat of the day account in some degree for the poor bowling analyses .

CRICKET. YORK. T . P . Seymour, I, 1) . C it er . . \V . l ;oddye, lbw, b W. Carter . . J . I . . Procter, b Crowther . . W . I' . Nicholson, b 1) . Cartel . . J . Doran, b 1) . Carter .. S . Mason, b Crowther R. T. Thorpe, c Dirks, b Mitchell J . C . Walker, lbw . b W. Carter . . II . Stephenson . b Crowther . . J . H . Sowden, not out . . 1I . S . Procter, b \V . Carter Extras . .

. . ..

. . . . . . .. ..

. . . .

35 20

. .

I 3 22

Total . .

W . Carter .. D . Carter Crowther 3 Mitchell Allan . .

227

BO\V'LING ANALYSIS. Mdns, Runs . Wkts. 2 32 2 55 3 2 46 3 45 I o 27 0 0

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. II . W . Allan, b l 1 . Stephenson . F . C . Crowther, b L'odtlye . . F. Mitchell, b Sowden I). Carter, c and b Loddy~e . . \V~. Carter, b Nicholson . . M. Napier, b Bodily c .. G. V . Birks, b Procter . . II . G. Metcalfe, b Procter A. Iludson, not out J . F . Leaf, not out .. . . II . F . Chadwick, to bat . . Extras . . Total (for 8 wickets)

61 15 55 4 o o 11

Overs . II'I

Bowled.

3 3

19 8 4

.. 5 .. 9 .. 3 . . 18 6 . . 12 . . 23 . . to . . 12 .. I 8 ..

107

z' DURHAM. This match with our rival School took place on June the 2oth, on the School ground . The match was remarkable for the low scoring on both sides . It must be said that the School lost a chance which may not occur again for some time, of defeating their great rivals . Winning the toss the School captain put Durham in first . Durham was first represented by Wilkinson and W . Lodge, who faced the deliveries of W. Carter and Mitchell . Carter began with a maiden, but 3 was scored by Lodge off Mitchell . In Carter' s second over, however, he was cleaned bowled . This let in L . Lodge, but he quickly succumbed to Carter after only subscribing a single to the total . Badnall succeeded and soon opened his account by driving Mitchell to the on for a quartet. A smart piece of fielding was then done by D. Carter at point . After a few m )re runs had been scored off Mitchell, D . Carter took his place, and off his third ball succeeded in getting Wilkinson well caught at

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cover-point . Swinburne who followed, had only placed 5 to his credit when he was caught and bowled by D . Carter. Badnall was then missed at long-on by Birks off a rather difficult chance . Alexander who followed Swinburne made a stand with Badnall, though the scoring was still at a very slow rate . Without however adding to the total, Alexander was caught in the slips . Jackson came in . An appeal for stumping Badnall was then given in favour of the batsman . A succession of maidens were now bowled . At 48, Crowther took D . Carter's place, and with the first ball of his second over, clean bowled Badnall, who had played well for his 28 . The end of the innings was not far off . Graham was well caught by D . Carter, Robinson by Birks, and Stokoe bowled by Mitchell . Broatch gave a little trouble, and then was clean bowled by Crowther . Crowther obtained the remarkably good analysis of 4 wickets for 3 runs. The School was represented by D . Carter and Hudson . A fairly good start was made, and ro was telegraphed before Hudson was bowled by Alexander . Before, however, 20 was recorded, three more wickets fell, and matters looked very gloomy for the School . 4 for 19 . Napier played with a little more confidence, and the hopes of the partisans of the School were raised when 30 was telegraphed and no fresh wicket had fallen . Unfortunately at 33 Napier was bowled, and Allan after making a good off-drive for 4 also fell a victim to Badnall . With Birks in there seemed a little hope, but he had only scored a couple when he was given out lbw. The rest of the innings almost needs no comment. With the exception of Metcalfe, who drove Badnall to the off for 4 off the first ball delivered him, nobody made a single stroke which had any cricket in it . The innings closed for 49, or io to the bad. In the 40 minutes that remained, Durham going in for the second time, made 44 for 3 wickets . Wilkinson and Swinburne played well for their scores of 16 and 15 not out, respectively. With regard to individual cricket shewn in the match, Allan 's wicketkeeping was very good and clean throughout . The School fielding with the exception of one or two mistakes was up to the mark, and the bowlers made good use of a rather difficult wicket . So far so good . We wish as much could be said for the batting which throughout was a very weak display . If it be said that none of the NI . had never had to play fast bowling like Badnall's before—we believe that may be the true case— let such a state of things be remedied another year, and a professional of Ulyett's bowling powers be sought . Thus perhaps, we may save

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ourselves from bringing again disgrace upon our cricket renown . Of the Durham XI . it has been said that it was the weakest XI . that had been sent for some time—and more shame to us if it were . Certainly with the exception of Badnall, to whom Durham is indebted for the winning of the match, no man wielded bat or ball with deadly power. DUP.IIA\I GRAM\IAR SCHOOL. W . Wilkinson, c Leaf, b D . Carter .. W. Lodge, 1) W . Carter L . Lodge b W . Carter . . L . W . Badnall b Crowther . . C . Swinhurne, c and b \V . Carter .. T . P . Alexander, c Gofton, b D . Carter N . Jackson, not out . . F . Stokoe, b Mitchell . . E . Graham, c D . Carter, 1) Crowther C . Robinson, c G. V . Eirks, b Crowther J . Broatch, b Crowther .. Extras Total

\V. Carter . . F . Mitchell . . 1) Carter F . C . Crowther

. .

3 r 2S 5 o 5 r

. . ..

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Runs \Vkts . Ovcrs 20 3 aS 21 r 9 to 2 13 3 4 6'3 ST. PETER'S SCHOOL.

Mdns . it

Bowled 2

7 3

D . Carter, c Robinson, b Alexander .. A. Hudson, b Alexander F . Mitchell, c and b Badnall .. J. E . Got ton, b Badnall .. M . Napier . h Badnall .. G . V . Birks, lbw, h Badnall . . 11 . W . Allan, b Badnall . . F . C. Crowther, not out \V . Carter, c Robinson, b Badnall. II . G . Metcalfe, b Badnall . . J F . Leaf, c L . Lodge, b Badnall Extras ., Total

o 5 5

2 7 4 4 2

ro 2

4 o 2

4 o to . .

. .

DURIIA\I GRAMMAR Sell )01 .. Second Tnnings. W. Wilkinson . c Birks, b Mitchell . . \V . Lodge, nun out .. Swinhurnc, not out . . E . Graham, b Mitchell Stolcoe, not out . . . . Extras . .

16 2

. . , .

Total, for 3 wkts. BONN LING ANALYSIS. Crowther Mitchell . . W . Carter

Runs r7 ati ..

r5 5 4 44

\VI.ts. 0 2 0

()vets 5 7

Dldns 0 0

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354

v. MI: . WOOLSEY'S XI. The scratch XI . batted first . Crawshaw, Meek, and Richardson gave little trouble, but when Lord and Daniel got together the score was rapidly increased, although Daniel made some very fluky strokes . This pair was ably assisted by Cholmondeley and Mr. \Voolsey, and the score reached the respectable total of 141 . Allan and Hood began the School innings, and the score was 28 before a wicket fell, when Allan was caught at short leg . Hood and Mitchell scored rapidly, but on Hood's departure no one could be found to stay with Mitchell . At 6-3o, five runs were required to win with one wicket to fall, so it was decided to finish the match . These five runs proved too hard a task, and we were beaten by 2 . MR. AVOOLSEY'S XI. P . E . Lord, c Dirks, b D. Carter . . R . Crawshaw, b \V . Carter S. W . Meek, b \V . Carter S . Richardson, c N. Hood, b Mitchell A . M. Daniel, c W . Carter, b 1) . Carter E . T. Cholmonde'ey, c Dirks . b Crowther II . Woolsey, lbw, b 1) . Carter G . Veld, run out J . E . Jones, not out E . \V . Clayfurth . b D . Carter . Rev . W . U . E . Campbell, c Dirks, b Mitchell Extras Total

\V . Carter Mitchell Crowther D . Carter

. .

76 0

7 0

14 lo Is

3 S 0 2

L'O\FLING ANALYSIS . Runs \Vkts, Overs 2 11 37 10'2 36 2 42 I 15 23 4 II

ST . 1'K I ER'S SCHOOL. II. W . Allan, c Clayforth b lord .. . Woolsey .. N . L . Hood, b II F. Mitchell, run out J . E . Gofton, c Lord . b G . Veld D . Carter, b Cholmondeley .. M. Napier . b II. Woolsey .. G. V . Birks, b H . \Voo :scy W . Carter, not out A . I-Iudson, c Meek . b P . E . Lord F. C . Crowther, b H . Woolsey II . G . Metcalfe, b H . Woolsey Lxtras ..

141

\Idns.

L'owlcd

2 1

2 0 0

5 2

9 2i

45 3 0

S 17

7 7 lo 1 39

v . N . R . ASYLU \I. . Nicholson, determined to avenge his former defeat, had got Dr ., but all his efforts were unavailing, as against together a very strong XI the bowling of W . Carter and Mitchell the Asylum batsmen could only

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score the miserable sum of 21 . Hood and Metcalfe went first to the wickets for the School, and trying an impossible run, Hood paid the penalty . For some time it was doubtful whether the innings would reach 20, but Birks (who was the only man to reach double figures in either innings) put matters beyond doubt . The Asylum second innings was slightly better, Leckenby scoring 30 out of 53• NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. C . E . Rudd, b Mitchell E . Glaisby, b W . Carter . . J . L . Proctor, c Crowther, b W. Carter \V . T . Rowntree, c Lofton, h \V . Carter \V . R . Nicholson, e Gofton, b Mitchell J . S . Law, b Mitchell . W . Smith, c Napier, b Mitchell C . Tate, c Lofton, b W . Carter G . Twineham, b W . Carter \V . A . Hutchinson, c Crowther, b Mitchell . . F . Leckenby, not out . .

2 2

7 o I

. .

o n 1

3 o 2I

Total BOWLING ANALYSIS. Mitchell W . Carter

Ruts 9 12

Wkts . 5 5

Overs 1 3'4 13

Mdns . 6 7

ST. PETER' S SCHOOL. N . L . Hood, run out II . G . Metcalfe, c Twineham, b Proctor F. Mitchell, b Nicholson .. J . E . Gofton, b Proctor II . W. Allan, b Nicholson M . Napier, lbw, b Nicholson G . V . Birl;s, b Nicholson D. Carter, b Nicholson W . Carter, c Tate, b Proctor A . Hudson, b Nicholson F . C. Crowther, not out Extras . . .

B :wlcd 2 2

4 5 0 2 I1

Total NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. Second Innings. Leckenby, b Allan . . . . E. Glaisby . lbw, b D . Carter . . E . C . Rudd, b Crowther J . L . Proctor, c Hood, b Crowther . . \V . S . Rowntree, c and b \V . Carter W . R . Nicholson, b W. Carter J . S . Law, b W . Carter . . \\ . Smith, not out . . C . Tate, b Gofton . . Twineham, b Gofton . . \V . II . Hutchinson, c Gofton, b Allan Extras . . .. . . Total

30 r o o o 2

. .

3 5 S

o 2 2

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356

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Runs \Vkts. D . Carter Crowther . . W . Carter Gofton .. Allan

. .

2 2

Overs S 13 7 4 4

Mdm. 5 1

3 0

v . LONDESBORO' PARh. Little can be said about this match, except that in the Londesbro' innings Mitchell took 7 wickets for 15 runs, and Metcalfe brought off 3 good catches in the long field. For the School, the highest score was Birks' six . Only one run was scored off Siddall, with the full knowledge of the batsman scoring —a single by Crowther—the rest being scored by the ball hitting the bat and not the bat the ball . Londesbro ' Park scored 120 in their second innings . In this match, one of the umpires, who shall be nameless, gave some startling decisions. LONDESBORO' PAItK. E . W. Usher . c D . Carter h W . Carter W . Harbour, c Metcalfe, 11 Mitchell . . AV. A . Usher, c Metcalfe, b Mitchell . . A. Siddall, run out .. .. ., I I . Usher, b Mitchell . . T . Sherwood, c W . Carter, b Mitchell . G. Cobb, lbw, b W . Carter R . R. Young, c Metcalfe, b Mitchell II . B . Young, I) Mitchell S . Lamplough, b Mitchell G . Scott, not out .. Extras . . . . Total

5 o 2 1

. .

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Runs \\Its. Overs W. Carter . . 13 2 9 Mitchell .. 15 3.2 7 ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. N . L. Hood, b Siddall . \V A . Hudson, b Siddall F . Mitchell, b Siddall . . . M . Napier, c Cobb, b Siddall . . H . G. Metcalfe, b Siddall .. G . V . Birks, b Siddall J E . Gofton, c E . W . Usher, b Harbour W . 1M . Carter, b Siddall .. .. E. S . D . Carter, b Siddall I" . C . Crowther, not out F. M . Bingham, b Siddall Total

. .

31 Mans. 5

led

4 3 2

o 6 .. o o 3 o

LONDESBORO ' PARK. Second Innings. .. W . A . Usher, c Hudson, b Gofton . . . .. E . W. Usher, run out

o o 6 o o

. .

54 23

CRICKET.

357 20 I

A . Siddall, c Napier, b Gaon W . W . Harbour, b Gofton R . R . Young, b D . Carter T. Sherwood, b Gofton A. Usher, b Lofton G . Cobb, not out .. A . B . Young G . Scott, not out S . Lamplough . . Extras Total

7 2

4 6 0 0

. .

120

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Wkts . Runs 0 17 13 o

\V . Carter Mitchell . . D . Carter . . Crowther . . Gofton . .

49 11

Overs

12'2 Io 19

o 5

3 15

Mdns. 4 6 5 0

v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. The School had a day out, no less than 490 runs being scored against them . We can only echo the question which appeared in an athletic newspaper (i.e. a newspaper devoted to athletics) " We wonder what the School bowlers thought of themselves? " And also the fielders . The catches missed were not as many as the runs scored against us, but they were going on that way . Needless to say the School did not bat ; and let us be thankful they did'nt. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. . . R . E . Walker, cUofton, b Metcalfe . . . If . W . Rhodes, c D . Carter, b Mitchell . . C . Maxwell-Stuart, b 1) . Carter R . C . Cholmondeley, b D . Carter E . R . D. Braman, c and b Gofton (_'apt . Savile, run out . . . . S . AV . Meek, b D. Carter . . . . G . C . Waud, c Napier, b Allan .. C . W . Haynes, not out . . J . E . Jones. c Leaf, h Allan . . C . II . Dent (absent) .. Extras . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . • • . . . .

118 IS 12

189 21

38 40 22

13 2

o 17

Total

W . Carter F. Mitchell D . Carter Crowther . . Lofton . . ., Allan Metcalfe . . Leaf . .

. .

490

BOWLING ANALYSIS . Runs Wkts . 48 o 70 119 3 o 56 r 75 2 41 44 1 . . 18 0

Overs 12 21

39 II

14 10'1

8 3

CLIFTON. M . Houlgate, run out .. T . Parker, c Allan, b Mitchell . R . Cowl, c D . Carter, b Mitchell

. . 18 . . 12 . . 17

\Idns. I

4 2 2 0 I

o 0

CRICKET. 35 8 T . Haigh, run out F. Wrightson, c Hudson, b Mitchell J . Sturdy, b D . Carter T. Stansfield, b D . Carter J . Haigh, lbw, b Mitchell J . Law, c Bilks, b Mitchell C . Mason, not out .. S . Parker, c W. Carter, b Mitchell Extras

31 4 2 5

7 0 6 0

Total ..

I09

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. H . \V . Allan, c Law, b Sturdy . . N . L . Hood, run out .. F . Mitchell, b J . Haigh . . I . E . Gofton, lbw, h Sturdy D . Carter, c S . Parker, h Stansfield . . .. M . Napier, run out G. V . Birks, c IIoulgate, b Sturdy . . A . Hudson, b Haigh .. .. . . W . Carter, b Sturdy .. H. G . Metcalfe, not out . . F . C . Crowther, h Stansfield Extras . .

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Mitchell . . D . Carter . . 3 Crowther . .

o 2

o 8 2

o 1 5o

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wkts .

0 0

14 41

MR. JOY'S Xl. . . S . M . Hodson, b Crowther Lloyd, c and b 1) Carter Lord, c Napier, b Crowther Rhodes, c Hood, b Crowther Punchard, b Crowther . . Joy . b Crowther . . . . HIowson, b Crowther . . Bousfield .b D . Carter . . .. Hodson, c Mitchell, b Crowther . . Irwin, c Leaf, b D . Carter . . Mumford . not out Extras . . ..

.. ..

Total . . . . IBO\VLING ANALYSIS. W . Carter . . Crowther . . Mitchell . . D . Carter . .

8 o 14 3

. .

Overs 7

Mans. I

14. 3 to

I 2

18 o iI 1 . .

. . . .

8 S o 2

. .

Total .. . . .. BO\V~LING ANALYSIS. Runs AV'Its . 19 0 . . 46 27 7

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. N . L . Hood . c Mumford, b Rhodes . H . F . Chadwick, c Mumford, b Rhodes F . Mitchell, b Rhodes . . J . F . Leaf, b Rhodes . . J . E . Gofton, c Bousfield, b Rhodes . . M . Napier, b Irwin . . . .

98 Overs 3 1 9'4 17

Mdns 0

3 7 12 5 1 o

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2 2

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ATHLETIC SPORTS. G . V . Birks c Bousfiehl, b Irwin IL \V . Allan, c joy, 1) Irwin .. 1). Carter, b Rhodes F . C . Crowther, c Mumford, b Irwin H . G . Metcalfe, not out Extras . . Total ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. Second Innings. .. II . G . Metcalfe, b Lloyd . J . F . Leaf, b Rhodes N . L . Hood, c Rhodes, 1) Lloyd H. F . Chadwick, b Lloyd M . Napier, c Rhodes, b Lloyd G. V . Birks, b Lloyd F . Mitchell, c Joy . b Lloyd J . E . Lofton, b Rhodes . . ll . Carter, c and b Rhodes F . C . Cro w,ether, b Lloyd .. IL \V . Allan, not out .. Extras .. Total . .

0 0 0 2 5 30

. S 5 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 6 2I

ATHLETIC SPORTS. HE sports were held, as usual, on the last two days of the Mid-

T summer term, Monday and Tuesday, July the 3oth and 31st . In consequence however of the inclemency of the weather very few of the events arranged for Monday were able to take place, and the programme consisted solely of flat races, with the exception of putting the weight. On Tuesday the weather very much improved, and an early start Was made in the morning . All Monday's events which had yet to be decided were finished . In the afternoon a very large and select company assembled, the weather being extremely bright and pleasant . The ground was in better condition, and some excellent sports were witnessed ; and the enjoyment of the afternoon was further enhanced by selections of music played by the band of the 3rd West York Regiment . The committee consisted of A . C . Clarke, J . E . Gofton, and G . H . Chilman . Messrs . E . W . Clayforth and H . W . Rhodes officiated as judges, and H . Woolsey, Esq ., as starter. At the close of T'uesday's sports Mrs . Handford very kindly distributed the prizes. As regards the sports themselves, several of the events were above the average . A new regulation was also introduced by which no competitor was allowed to carry off more than three first prizes . This

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rule should have occasioned more entries, which, however, this year were certainly not above, if not below, the average of preceding years. A few alterations were made by the committee in the programme: which are noted below, and which we believe were improvements . The following were the races : MONDAY. Putting the Weight (16 lbs .) .— G. V . Birks ; 2, J . E . Lofton ; 3, F . Mitchell. Birks put Soft. 5in., while Gofton's and Mitchell's puts respectively were 28ft . and 27ft. Considering the extremely slippery state of the ground and the difficulty of keeping a foothold on the turf, the winner's put was a very good performance. roo Yards (Under 13) .—Heat 1 : C . J . N . Carter ; 2, J. Shepperd . Heat 2 : W . A. Rose ; 2, F . P . Fausset . Heat 3 : E . C . Gray ; 2, A . O . Sargeaunt. The winners of the first two heats won very easily . The third heat was productive of a better race. Music Pupils' Race (Quarter Mile Handicap) .—T . S . Spence (6o yds) ; 2, F . C. Crowther (30 yds) ; 3, P . Heppenstall (75 yds). A capital race throughout Spence managed to hold his own to the finish, but only succeeded in beating Crowther by a couple of feet. Heppenstall was about 15 yards behind Crowther. Quarter Mile (Open). —J . E . Gofton ; 2, H . G . Chadwick ; 3, G . V . Birks. This order was maintained from beginning to end . As the ground was in a fearful condition after the very heavy rain no time was taken . Chadwick was a poor second. too Yards (Under 15) .—Heat r : S . O . Bingham ; 2, F . W . Pickles . Heat 2 : H. B . Whitby ; 2, C. J . N. Carter . Heat 3 : G . I'adel ; 2, H . R . Partington. too Yards (Open) .—Heat 1 :

G . V . Birks . Heat 2 : J . E . Gofton and II . F

Chadwick. In the first heat all the competitors except Birks scratched . Birks consequently had no difficulty in winning his heat . In the second heat Gufton and Chadwick tied for the first place after a very close race. Mile Race (Open) .—J . E . Gofton ; 2, N . L . Hood ; 3, II . F . Chadwick. There were fourteen entries for this race, but on account probably of the difficulty of running on the slippery grass half of this number scratched . Gofton again won with ease . Hood, however, kept close on his heels, and was a good second . Chadwick was some distance behind Hood . The time was not taken. TUESDAY. too Yards Handicap (Open) .—Heat 1 : J . E . Gofton (pen . 3 yds) ; 2, F . C . Crowther (8 yds) . Heat 2 : W . M . Carter (6 yds) ; 2, N . L . Hood (4 yds) . Heat 3: I-I . G. Chadwick (pen . r yd) ; 2, A . Crosthwaite (4 yds) . Final heat : J . E . Gofton ; 2, H . F . Chadwick ; 3, N . L . Hood. Of the three winners of the heats \V . M . Carter ran most promisingly . In the final, however, Gofton asserted his superiority, as also Chadwick and Hood . This race was one of the new introductions .

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Long Jump (Under 15).—S . O . Bingham ; 2, H . B. Whitby ; 3, F. M . Bingham. The winner jumped r5ft . 6in ., while Whitby and F . M . Bingham jumped r4ft . Sin. and 14ft. tin . respectively. 120 Yards Hurdle Race (Open) .—Heat 1 : G. V . Birks ; 2, H . G . Metcalfe . Heat 2 : J . E . Gofton ; 2, A . Crossthwaite. Final heat : G . V. Birks ; 2, J . E . Gofton ; 3,

A . G . Metcalfe. In both the final and his heat Birks hurdled extremely well, winning without any difficulty . This race was one of the new introductions into the programme, the hurdles, which, by the way, have been purchased by the club, being arranged diagonally across the field instead of, as before, round it . This arrangement appeared to be as satisfactory as possible, and was certainly more convenient than that previously adopted. Long Jump (Open) .—J . E . Gofton ; 2, H . F . Chadwick and G . V. Birks. The winner's jump was 19ft . rin . ; Chadwick and Birks both jumped 18ft . 6in. too Yards (Under r3),—Final heat : C . J . N . Carter ; 2, W . A . Rose ; 3, J. Shepherd. Carter, contrary to expectation, outpaced Rose and won by a couple of yards. 120 Yards Hurdle Race (Under t5) .—Heat 1 : S . O. Bingham ; 2,

G . J . Scott.

heat 2 : H . B . Whitby ; 2, W . A . Rose. Final heat : S . O. Bingham ; 2, G . J. Scott ; 3, W . A . Rose. Whitby unfortunately placed himself " hors de combat," and was unable to compete in the final, Bingham won easily. too Yards (Open) .—Final heat : J . E . Gofton ; 2, H . F . Chadwick ; 3, G . V . Birks. Gofton succeeded in placing another win to his credit . Birks was unable to catch up Chadwick, who led him from the first and breasted the tape a couple of feet in front. too Yards (Under 15) .—Final heat : S . O. Bingham ; 2, C . T . N . Carter ; 3, G. Padel. Bingham won with tolerable ease . Carter, who had previously won the too yards (under 13), was a few feet in front of Padel. 12o Yards Hurdle Handicap (Under 15) .—Heat 1 : S . 0 Bingham ; 2, W . A. Rose . Heat 2 : II B . Whitby ; 2, C . J . N . Carter ; Heat 3 : F. M . Bingham ; 2, F . W . Pickles . Final heat : S . O . Bingham (pen. 3 y(Is) ; 2, W. A . Rose (8 yds) ;

3, F . N . Bingham (4 yds). Won easily by Bingham . Whitby did not compete in the final. High Jump (Open) .—A. Crosthwaite ; 2, G . V . Birks ; 3, J . O . Garland. The winner cleared 4ft . 11in ., but was unable to clear 5ft . Birks kept pace with Crosthwaite up to 4ft . loin ., but could not jump 4ft . ruin . The winner's jump was an improvement on last year's, and should be considered a very good one when the state of the ground is remembered. 120 Yards Hurdle Handicap (Open) .—IIeat I : II . G. Metcalfe (7 yds) ; 2, J . E. Gofton (scratch) . Heat 2 : G . V. Birks (scratch) ; 2, E . S D . Carter ,7 yds) . Heat

3 : N. L . IIood (7 yds) ; 2, A . Bird (7 yds), Final heat : G . V . P,irks ;

2, N . L.

Ifood. Birk .; won easily. High Jump (Under I5) .—S . O . Bingham ;

2, F . M . Bingham ; 3, C . J . N . Carter.

S . O . Bingham cleared 4 ft . 6i in. Throwing the Cricket Ball (Open) .—F. Mitchell ; Garland.

2, A . Crosthwaite : 3, J . O.

The winner threw 93 yds . 7 in. This throw was the best we have had for several years. Quarter-mile Handicap (Under I5) .—L . IIood

(Ho yds) ; 2, A . O . Sargeaunt

(too yds) ; 3, II . S . Procter (90 yds). Hood was able to keep his advantage, and won by a dozen yards . Sargeaunt was about the same distance ahead of Procter.

2, G . II . Chilman ; 3, J . E . Gofton. Birks cleared 8 ft . 6 in . This was not, however, up to the form he had shewn in Pole Jump (Open)—G . V . Birks ;

practice, when he cleared 9 ft . 2 in . Chilman was unable to clear 8 ft. Half-mile Handicap (Open) .—F. W . I'iekles (too yds) ; 2, J . E . Gofton (scratch) ; 3, N. L . IIood (6o yds). Pickles ran admirably, and keeping ahead throughout won by about fifteen yards. IIood was a good third. Old Boys' Flat Race, Quarter-mile.—P . L . Newman ; 2, W . S . Gofton. This was the best race of the day . Getting off well at the start Gofton took the lead, but Newman kept within a couple of yards of him . After the first lap Newman began to quicken, and gradually drew up . Gofton spurted at the same time, but by a desperate rush Newman succeeded in winning by a couple of feet. Sack Race (ioo Yards) . —T . S . Gillat : 2, C . Spink. Gillat displayed considerable adeptness in the art of sack racing. Consolation Race .—E. S . D, Carter.

THE OLi) PETERITE DINNER. NDER the auspices of the O .P . Club this dinner was held in London,

U on the 28th June, at the Holborn Restaurant, with the Rev . Canon Elwyn in the chair, supported by the present Headmaster and H . J. Newbery (late of the Bengal Civil Service) as vice-presidents . It may be noticed that since 1874 the O .P . dinner, which used to form one of the chief attractions in York for former members, has been discontinued, and great credit is due to the Committee, whose names we published in a recent number, for their courage in throwing themselves into the gap and consenting to act . Places were laid at the tables for upwards

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of forty guests, and, although a combination of unfortunate circumstances prevented many who had promised to attend from being present, there was a sufficiently large muster of O .P .'s to justify the intention which was announced during the evening of repeating the experiment next year. Among other O .P .'s we noticed veterans like T . L. Chadwick, Chas . Haigh, the Rev . W . Jackson, P . B . Lambert, J . Lumb, W . A. Meek, Professor Reinoid, W . H . Sutcliffe, E . Walker, C . W. Watson, and \V . W . Whytehead, and all generations from 1855 downwards were well represented. After dinner the Chairman, in a few well-chosen words, proposed the health of Her Majesty, with a graceful tribute to the memory of the late Emperor of Germany, whom he had had the honour of meeting du ring the Jubilee festivities of last year ; and then passed on to the toast of the evening—St. Peter's School past and present . It would be difficult for an outsider to believe that our former headmaster is now more closely connected with the Charterhouse than with St. Peters, so intense appears to be the interest still taken by him in our school, and every sentence uttered by him contained some allusion which sheaved not only the memory of former days, but also the keen appreciation of everything done in recent years at St . Peters—its games, its successes at the Universities and elsewhere, and even, shall we confess, its reverses . The Rev . G . T. Handford responded on behalf of present St . Peter' s, and while acknowledging the responsibility invol ved in succeeding to the place of such a polished scholar as his predecessor, promised his best endeavours to place the school in the position which it ought to occupy not only in point of numbers, but also of successfully preparing its members to take part in the struggle of life . Sketching lightly the present position of the school, he touched more strongly on the importance of complying with modern demands in the work done, and urged the necessity of giving a more prominent place to modern languages and science . In conclusion, he spoke of the now approaching theatricals at St . Peter's, and the pleasure that he would feel in seeing as many old boys present as possible . A . J . Newbery, on behalf of the Old Peterites, regretted the stern fate which had just snatched the last speaker from us (Mr . Handford had left to catch the train for York), and expressed the pleasure which O .P . ' s felt in meeting him. He then passed on to his own experiences at the school some thirtysix years ago, and his pleasure in revisiting it, when he returned home from India on furlough in 1872, ill order to be present at the O .P .

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dinner held in York, a dinner at which a most venerable Archdeacon was present for the first and last time in his experience . (This was explained to be a mistake, for although the reverend gentleman alluded to had on one occasion been induced to withdraw from his retirement and be present at an O .P . dinner, it was before 1872, and since then he has always successfully dissimulated his love for his connection with the school .) The speaker then feelingly dwelt on the difficulties experienced by an old Anglo-Indian coming home to enjoy the sweets of an Old Peterite dinner for the second time, and his disappointment when he found that there was no dinner to be had, while in the absence of any scions of his name at the school there was nothing for him to take an interest in except the sight of his own name, carved a generation ago, on the Sixth Form desk. Professor Reinold followed, and proposed the health of the Chairman, thanking him for his kindness in presiding. Although he had not had the pleasure of being at the school under Canon Elwyn, yet his connection with it had never ceased, and he had had many opportunities of observing the genial kindness shewn by him to all old boys, and the constant respect with which he was regarded by them . Mr. E . Walker seconded the toast, which was enthusiastically drunk with the usual musical honours . Canon Elwyn, in returning thanks, referred to the distinguished careers of many of the O .P . ' s present, and the affection with which he always regarded them . Amongst others he referred especially to Mr. A . Pollard and the good work that he had done while headmaster at the High School, Oxford . Evidence of this was furnished by the flattering testimonials received from ali the prominent members of the University, from the master of Balliol downwards, and equally by the selection at Liverpool lately of Mr . Pollard from a crowd of distinguished candidates for a valuable appointment, although the final choice had not yet been made . The author, too (Mr. Hugh Moss), of several well-known plays was amongst us, and it would not be forgotten that, while he received his training at St . Peter ' s, the school owed to his care and ability the foundation of the annual theatricals which are now looked forward to so anxiously by all who have once attended them . The names of Ainslie, Barber, Chadwick, and Griffith were familiar ones at St. Peter's, and would be missed at a representative gathering of Old Peterites ; and in the number of distinguished lawyers present there was one at least (Mr . Y . Anderson) who gave good promise of soon attaining one of the most prominent positions in his

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profession . Men of science like Mr . W . North and Professor Reinold were sitting peaceably by the side of athletes like Messrs . Eyre, Mallinson, Jackson, and Ainslie, and so long as St. Peter' s continued to turn out men like these, so long would it justify the pride felt in it by old boys. The Chairman afterwards proposed the health of the Hon . Sec ., who had been the means of bringing us together ; and the latter, in acknowledging the toast, urged the necessity of forming at once a working committee to make arrangements for the dinner of next year . He also spoke of the Old Peterite Club and the advantages of belonging to it, and expressed his willingness to receive subscriptions during the evening . After paying for the dinner there would be a balance in hand of 13s . 6d ., which, by permission, he would keep as the nucleus of a fund for next year ' s preliminary expenses. The last proposition was agreed to, and on the motion of Canon Elwyn a subscription was at once started and successfully floated to reimburse the O .P . Club for the expense incurred in printing, invitations, &c. It was noticed that members of the O .P . Club who were present, including the chairman, wore the O .P. Club ribbon either as a tie or as a rosette, and many O .P .'s, possibly moved by envy, before the close of the evening tendered their names as subscribers, and, mark it defaulters, paid their subscriptions to the O .P . Club. The company broke up about half-past ten o ' clock, after a very enthusiastic meeting. The Hon . Sec . wishes us to thank, on his behalf, many O .P . ' s who, though unable to attend, expressed their good wishes for the success of the dinner and their intention to be present on a future occasion, and to add that he will be glad to receive the names and addresses of any O .P .'s resident in or near London who have not received invitations for the past dinner, or any who are about to settle there . The number of letters received by him renders it impossible to answer them all separately .

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PRIZE GIVING. HE distribution of prizes and scholarships took place at St . Peter's School, Clifton, York, on Tuesday evening, under the presidency of the Ven . Archdeacon Crosthwaite, who was supported by the Rev. Canon Raine, LL .D . There was a large gathering of pupils, their parents and friends. The Head Master (the Rev . G. T . Handford, M .A .) read the list of honours gained by past and present scholars since the corresponding occasion last year as follows :—The Right Rev . C . E . Camidge, Bishop of Bathurst ; the Rev . G . F . Browne, Disney Professor of Archaeology' Cambridge ; E . W . Clayforth, first class in Final Classical School, Oxford ; H. W . Allan, Mathematical Exhibition, Caii .rs College, Cambridge ; A . C . Clarke, Exhibition, Emmanuel College, Cambridge; P . E . Lord, first division, second class, Classical Tripos, Cambridge ; W . H . G . Holmes, second class in honours in the final examination for B .A . degree, Durham, and the Gabbett Essay Prize, and the Van Mildert Scholarship ; P . L . Newman, final examination of the Institute of Actuaries ; F . Ware, final of the Incorporated Law Society . Five boys obtained last year leaving certificates—Whaley, T. P . Clarke, ' A.

C . Clarke, Crosthwaite, Allan, and Whaley with distinction in Latin and Greek, the two Clarkes in Greek, Crosthwaite in history . The Rev. P . Braithwaite obtained the probably unique distinction of being definitely appointed Dean of Jersey and then having his appointment cancelled as illegal because he was not born in the island. Mr . S . G. Owen, M .A ., formerly exhibitioner of Balliol College, Oxford, Lecturer in Classics in the Victoria University, Manchester, gave an abstract of his report to be presented to the Universities ' Board, he having examined the 6th Form in classics, Scripture, and history. Then followed the report of Mr . Arnold Wallis, Fellow and Lecturer in Mathematics of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, who had examined the mathematical work of the First Division, in answer to the papers set by the Oxford and Cambridge Board to candidates for higher certificates . The papers taken were Euclid, algebra, and arithmetic, and the more advanced subjects : mechanics, trigonometry, and geometrical and analytical conic sections . The formal report on this examination would be presented to the Oxford and Cambridge Board, but, meanwhile, he wished to say that the general standard of work had been decidedly satisfactory . In all these papers, the best

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work throughout was done by Thompson, but very good work had also been done by Allan, and in some papers by A . C . Clarke .—E . P. Allanson, Esq ., M .A ., late Hastings Exhibitioner of Queen's College, Oxford, then read his report of his classical examination of the candidates for the Hey, Free, and Foundation Scholarships, and the 4th and 5th forms . The work as a whole in the two forms betokened not only thorough teaching but careful study .—The Head Master read reports from Mr . J . H . Fowler, M .A ., late scholar of Trinity College, Oxford, and the Rev . G . Edmundson, late fellow of Brasenose College, Oxford, who examined respectively the 4th and 5th in English literature and composition, and 2nd division 4th and 3rd forms, civil and military department and scholarship candidates in mathematics, Mr. Fowler said "The results seem to me to be very satisfactory and very interesting, for few schoolmasters attempt any systematic teaching of English literature, though there is no more important branch of education ." The prizes were then presented, amidst much cheering, by Archdeacon Crosthwaite, as follows : Form VI . Archbishop's Classics—Leaf . Canon Elwyn's Divinity— Clarke 1 . Head Master's Greek Verse-•--Clarke 1 . Head Master 's Latin Prose—Leaf. Head Master ' s German—Naylor 2 . Form V. Classics— Williams 1 . Mr . Yeld's Geography—Chadwick . Mr . Meld ' s Tennyson—Williams 1 . Mr .Yeld's Composition—Williams 1 . French— Snowden . Form IV . Classics—Brigham r . Mr . Meld's Tennyson— Raine . French—Metcalfe . Form III . Classics—Hudson 2 . French-Hudson 2 . Form II . Classics—Fausset . Mr. Freeman's Extxa Prize—Eastwood . French—Bellerby 2 . Upper I . .—Classics— Leonard . Mr . Campbell's Half-year's Work—Leonard . French Leonard . Lower I .—Classics—Williams 2 . Mr . Campbell's Half-year's Work—Gray . French—Heppenstall . Civil and Military Department—Upper Form Prize—Howgate . French— Spink . Mr. Woolsey's German—Crowther. Lower Form Prize Garland . French—Moss . Mr . Woolsey's German—Garland. Mathematics .— 1st Division—the Dean's Prize—Thompson . 2nd Division—Naylor 2 . 4th Form—Clark 2 . 3rd Form— Barnby• 2nd Form—Scott . Upper 1st Form—Shepherd . Lower 1st Form—Heppenstall . Civil and Military Department—Upper Spink . Lower—Garland . Mr. Gilbert's Problem Prize— Thompson . Head Master ' s English Prizes, open to whole school—

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Naylor 2 ; under i6, Snowden ; under 13, Carter 3 ; under, ro, Yeld ; commended, Mitchell, Williams r, Raine and Cooke z . Writing and Dictation Prizes—4th Form—Clarke 2 3rd and 2nd, Martin ; r, Dixon . Civil and Military—Thompson . Drawing, Mr . Boddy ' s Prize—Water-colour Painting—Eastern . Pencil Drawing —Martin. Mechanical—Howgate . Improvement—Chadwick . Drilling—Sergeant Kinneavey ' s Prize—Shepherd. In his address Archdeacon Crosthwaite complimented both masters and boys on the favourable reports given by the examiners . With God's blessing he hoped the school would continue to prosper as it had done in the past. A vote of thanks to the Archdeacon, with cheers for the ladies, Mr. and Mrs Handford, Mr . Freeman, and Woolsey, terminated the proceedings .

FOOTBALL PROSPECTS. /‘FTER the miserable displays of the wielders of the willow, ' we look i forward with considerable pleasure to the advent of the Football Season, and trust that it will be a more successful one than was that of the sister game . Of last year's XV, eight will be available again this year . The fact that Hood, the captain elect, is leaving, of course will make a very considerable difference to the team, and leaves a vacancy most difficult to fill up . Mitchell is now skipper of the team, which comprises five of last year's forwards and three backs . And so let us " prospect " starting with the backs . First of all, a full-back is wanted, and no " colt" at present seems at all likely to be able to fill the position satisfactorily, and it is not unlikely that Metcalfe will have to be removed from three-quarters to fill it . Of course he is very light for the position, but is able to kick a huge way, and gather the ball beautifully—most important factors to full back play, without which accomplishments no one is at all competent to fill that position . Should this prove the case, two companions will have to be found for Chadwick at threequarters . Bingham ought certainly to be placed there for one, and drilled as quickly as possible in the arts of kicking and passing . The other one will be hard to find . E . S . D . Carter might train into a fair man with constant practice . He too must learn to kick and pass. Chadwick will be the main stay of the three, and if he only uses his pace as he ought and does not stop whenever he meets an opponent, he will make circles round anyone he is likely to meet . They must all keep,

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as far as possible, to their own sides in running, and also pass low (not on the ground), and kick and follow it up, when they are unable to gain ground by a run or give an advantageous pass to a confrere . And now to the halves . It is here the absence of Hood will be most felt ; the only one we are able to think of at all suitable for his place is W. M . Carter, and we are afraid he is not what we might call—well never mind . Leaf is the other one, and towards the end of last season was improving rapidly, but will do well not to debate too long what to do with the ball when he gets it ; by so doing his pass is spoilt, to say nothing of his equilibrium . In the forward department, Mitchell, Wilkinson, Crosthwaite, and Bird are left, " all good men and true " ; Cook, Crowther, and Thompson have also figured prominently in first team matches . We mean these are seven, and as regards the two remaining places they should not be hard to fill, if certain fellows "come on " as they should . And now, all the team, attention please ! " Follow up and tackle low . " Is it always to be a complaint against the School team that they don ' t follow up and won ' t tackle low ? The former anyone, with any " so and so " can do, and the latter only wants determination, and we make no hesitation in saying that improvement, in or neglect of these will make a considerable difference to the success of the season. The team this year will no doubt be fairly heavy forward, and should hold their own in the pack . In the loose they will be slow, lamentably slow, and this can only be remedied by always following up hard . The dribbling last year was not good, and might be considerably improved by form games on the bottom ground . The backs on the other hand will be light, and should endeavour to make up for it in quickness of action, " blameless cunning," and playing together. And now after this, what price Durham ? " Well, as we know something about them, we may as well tell those who happen to be ignorant. Alexander is captain, and he and Badnall who has returned unexpectedly, are the only backs left . The leading forwards, including Chaytor and Perrett, are gone . The prospect therefore of beating them is rosier than it has been for some seasons. Ripon will be fairly strong again, and Leeds—well I think you can beat Leeds . The match card is a strong one (especially the tour), and there is every reason to expect that the season will be a most successful one, and that such may be the case is the sincere wish of LEATHER .

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CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editors of the Pctcritc. DEAR Sias,—Having been present at the first three of the School matches, I should like, with your kind permission, to make a few remarks on the play of the fifteen. First with regard to the forwards : they are fairly heavy and willing, but are too much given to aimless shoving ; they should watch the ball more, and endeavour to hold possession of it by keeping it amongst their feet . The School scarcely pack well enough, there is a lack of combination, which could be remedied by practice . Bird is one of the few good tacklers, in fact he is about the pick of the forwards ; let them remember to go low and hard in collaring . Crosthwaite and Wilkinson are good, but the others are very short of science . What is wanted is more combination, more play on the ball, and surer tackling. Metcalfe at half works very hard, but spoils his play by too close proximity to the scrimmage . IIe saves pluckily, but is almost too cautious, falling on the ball sometimes when he might with advantage pick up . However, he is new to the place, and experience will do a lot . His kicking is very useful, but he sometimes passes wildly ; let him remember never to pass when at all hampered . Wellburn is also a little strange to half-back, but gives promise of better things . Both would do well to cultivate the high overhead pass with both hands, which is far superior to the round-arm swing . Mitchell at centre should turn out good ; he saves well and picks up cleanly, his passing and kicking are both fairly good . He might run a little more before passing. His chief fault is standing too near and too much behind the scrimmage. As captain, he should abstain from slanging individual members of the team on the field, as a player generally feels bad enough after a blunder without bein g abused . Chadwick is fast and kicks well, but is a shocking fumbler, a fault easily cured by practice ; he is wanting in dash . Bingham is decidedly better forward . Whitehead, though light, should train on into something good . All three fail to mark the

opposing three-quarters enough . The School at present is badly in want of a full back, all three tried up to date having proved lamentable failures. To sum up, they have the makings of a good team, as all their faults may be remedied by practice . They are weak in tackling, passing, and kicking, they lack combination ; let the backs play the forwards as often

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as possible, and by the time they meet the schools they will be good. 'They are a little wanting in dash, and have a tendency "to curl up," so to speak, when the other side score . Let them also remember that each member of the team has a perfect right to appeal to the umpires. In the Pocklington match much was lost by a meek acquiescence in the proceedings of the other side . Yours very truly, PERCY E . LORD. DEAR SIRS,—I am glad to hear that the library has once more been put on a firm footing, and that an energetic librarian has been appointed. But I should like to ask where all the money, which must have accumulated, has gone to, as there certainly have been not more than six new books got for the last three years . Twenty subscriptions at the outside will cover the expenditure on papers and magazines, which is the whole cost, as there is no rent and no alterations have been made. So there ought to be a nice little sum ready by this time to invest in new books, but the new books never appear . I think it would be a good thing if rules were made and enforced . As far as I can remember none have ever existed, except the supposition that on a Friday afternoon a boarder may ask a librarian, if he can find one, for a book, no time being given as to when it is to be brought back, except you are supposed to bring it back next Friday ; nothing, however, is done if the book does not turn up . Hoping that you will find room for my letter, and that the library will flourish, with rules and proper management, I remain, yours truly, P . Q. T.

BIRTH. On the 27th inst ., at 8, Palace Gate, London, the wife of Alan Gray, of Wellington College, of a son.

NOTES AND ITEMS. N . L . Hood has been elected to an open scholarship at Cavendish College, Cambridge.

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In a match, Durham City v . Westoe, F . A. Bulman played threequarters and scored a try. \V . L. Spink passed in the 2nd division in the examination (Faculty of Medicine) at the Victoria University. F . Mitchell has been elected Captain of the Boats for next season. F . Mitchell and E . S . D . Carter have been elected Captain and Secretary, respectively, of the Cricket Club. W . G . Wilson has been re-elected Captain of the York Football Club. E . IV . Clayforth has been appointed Composition Master at Reading School. J . E . Gofton won the open quarter-mile at Hull and at Leeds, and ran second in the 1' 00 yards at Withernsea. Playing for Yorkshire Gentlemen v . York Revellers, P . E . Lord scored 71, and H . W . Rhodes 55, and v. Tettenhall Nomads, the former scored 62 and the latter 72, not out. W . G . Wilson has been selected to play half-back in the Yorkshire County Trial Match on October 29th. A . Foxley obtained a scholarship and Sizarship (combined value £70) at St . John ' s College, Cambridge. O . \V . St . Cedd has passed the examination in arts, including mechanics, held at the Hall of the Society of Apothecaries, Blackfriars, London, on the 7th and 8th of September.

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P[T[RITE. Vol. . IX .

DECEMBER . 1888 .

No . 78.

OXFORD LETTER. IR,—Your Editorial dignity will be gratified to hear of the immense influence your Magazine exerts over Oxford feeling . Thanks mainly to the strictures of your correspondent last year, the Dons have at last recognised the selfishness of bringing men up to Oxford in the depth of winter, and have, accordingly added two weeks to the Xmas vacation. So far, the term has been uneventful . The Fifth of November went out in a feeble burst of squibs and crackers, and only here and there was there any revival of the good old times . Freshmen are blase and Dons leary, though in one college, at any rate, the latter were distinctly scored off. The edict had gone forth against oil and faggots, and they were banished wholesale from the various rooms . A plentiful supply of oil was smuggled, sub rasa, through the college gates, and faggots were not wanting, thanks to the friendly connivance of a wily scout, who left college with the enigmatical remark : " There are no faggots, but don't look under Mr . So-and-So' s bed . " Consequently, at midnight, there was a lurid glare in the old quad of , and certain household vessels which shall be nameless shot forth a merry flame from every corner and cranny of . the college, filled full with oil and primed with faggots ; and desecration of desecrations, the sound of the football was heard on the sacred grass . A brass band, consisting chiefly of tins and pokers, headed by a silver cornet, with here and there the scraping of an asthmatic banjo, completed the scene . To turn to more serious matters . The Rugby Football team have sadly disappointed their detractors, and have not lost one of their important matches this term . Christopherson is the mainstay of the team behind, but, undoubtedly, the forwards have been responsible for most of the victories . They are a fast, powerful lot on the whole, and, though they have much to learn in packing and wheeling, their tackling is undeniably good, and bids fair to reverse last year's verdict at Kensington .

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Peterites will be glad to see that J . H . G . Wilson has played consistently well through the season for the ' Varsity, and many think that Rhodes should have taken Sayer's place at three-quarters . It is very hard lines to be on the borders of the team for two years, and yet not get in. It should be mentioned that he represented the ' Varsity at Cheltenham, and has been the mainstay of his College XV. It is hardly likely that W . G. Wilson will be able to play against Cambridge . He has been elected on the Committee of the O .U .R .F.C ., a position held by Stevenson at Cambridge . We are glad to welcome another old Peterite in Gofton, who won " the Quarter" in the Freshmen's Sports in good " trim," and was second in the Long Jump . Of other O .F .'s, H . Cobb has been playing for Hertford in the Association Cup Ties ; and Wade has deserted the All Souls ' Football Team, and played regularly with the Hertford XV. His withdrawal has been attributed to a quarrel with the Senior Fellow as to who should answer a challenge addressed to the captain of the All Souls' R .U .F .C. S . NAKE.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. O sooner do we return to Cam's sluggish stream and Cambridge,

N the town where there is much to be done but little time to do it in, than we are ferreted out by that most ravenous and omnivorous of all human creatures—the Peterite Editor . Seek we our rooms with mind intent on work, the Editor finds us out ; make we our way to the river or the footer-field, our steps are dogged and the Peterite's needs made known ; our couch, perchance, in weariness is sought—no rest for us till the hungry Editor has had his fill. They say "Well begun is half done . " If so it be, perhaps it is well for us to go ahead and get our business done. Cambridge just now is very busy . On the footer-field the ' Varsity Rugby team have been doing exceptionally well . They have as yet succumbed to none save Bradford, and in that match—believe your correspondent ' s impartial judgment—they had extremely hard lines in having their first goal disallowed and in making two other very near shots, one being from a free kick close to touch-line . L . E . Stevenson, the old Blue, being in residence this term, is playing for the 'Varsity in their outside matches, but will not, we understand, be allowed to play

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in the inter-'Varsity match . In the Freshers ' match we were pleased to see St . Peter ' s so well represented . Of the O .P . ' s up—a myriad host ----we see that many are doing service in footer for their respective colleges—Trinity, Caius, Pembroke, Corpus, Emmanuel, and Cavendish all making use of the sons of York . On the soccer-field, A . M . Daniel is playing half-back for the 'Varsity, who, though considerably weakened by the loss of Lindley, are, nevertheless, a very strong team, and have not as yet lost a single encounter. On the river, the coxwainless fours have been occupying attention for some time. The racing was remarkable this year for the number of records established. In the first race, between Emmanuel and Third Trinity, both crews established a record ; and in the final, between Third Trinity and Trinity Hall, the course was covered by the winners nearly 30 secs . faster than in last year's record . Trinity Hall succeeded in winning the race for the third year in succession. The only Peterite we see taking any active part in boating this term is Hutchings, who is stroking the Selwyn Clinker four. The 5th of November, the day of much disturbance and riot, has passed and gone without its usual concomitants . A little street parading and uplifting of the voice in song were all that disturbed the serenity of the night . In fact, "no serious collision occurred," the Press informs us. In the list of 'Varsity preachers for this term we are pleased to see the name of the Rev . H . M . Stephenson . We are sure none of the O .P .'s up this term will miss the opportunity of hearing again their old head master. In fine, we—the mouthpiece of Peterite Cantabs—heartily congratulate Leaf on his success at Peterhouse . May it be the first of many triumphs for the School this year . M .N .L.

SCHOOL LETTER. INCE our last letter, many events have happened worthy to be chronicled . The Football season is now in full swing . Of the matches that have been played, 4 have been won and 7 lost, while Durham match was postponed in consequence of infectious disease in Durham School . This match will probably be played on February 7th. The Old Peterite Dinner is to be held at the Station Hotel, York, on Tuesday, December 18th . Now that this excellent custom has been

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revived, it is hoped that a special effort will be made on the part of Old Peterites to ensure the success of this, the first of the series in York . The Secretary to the Dinner Committee is A . Peters, St . Peter' s Grove, York, from whom all additional information may be obtained. The Old Peterite match against the School will be played on the Thursday following . Matches are also to be played against the Old Dunelmians and the Old Leodiensians—the former, at Durham, on Tuesday, and the latter, at York, on Friday of the same week . Old Peterites wishing to play are requested to send in their names to P . F. Lord, at the School. Players in the match at Durham will be back in time for the dinner, as the kick-off is to be at 1 .30. The York Mission has been held here during the last month, and addresses have been given in the School Chapel . We were honoured on four separate days by Archdeacon Crosthwaite, the Dean of York, the Rev. F . S . Webster, and the Rev . M . F . McNeile, to all of whom we owe our hearty thanks and to whom with all our readers, we wish a joyful and happy Christmastide.

FOOTBALL. v. OLD BOYS. his match was played on Thursday, October 4th, in very wet weather, and resulted in a win for the Old Boys, who had a strong team, by i goal 4 tries r minor to nil . The School won the toss, and decided to play downhill . The kick-off of the Old Boys was well followed up, and, by means of good passing, Lord immediately gained the first try, and succeeded in kicking a goal . After the kick-out, play continued in the Old Boys' ground, until Chadwick received the ball from a pass by Mitchell, and made a good run, but was well collared by Haynes at back . Gradually the ball was brought towards the School goal, and Rhodes ran in ; no goal resulted . The game was continued in the School 25 until a good kick of Metcalfe's, well followed up, gained some ground . Soon afterwards, Daniel secured a try ; the kick at goal failed . The School were then pressed, and Rhodes nearly succeeded in running in ; Chadwick, however, transferred play to the 25, and shortly half-time was called . The School

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kick-off was called back, and scrimmages followed in neutral ground, then in the Old Boys' quarters ; but a fine run by Lord, and then another by Daniel, gained them some ground . Rhodes obtained a try, which was not converted . Metcalfe relieved by a good kick, but Daniel obtained another try, no goal resulting . The School apparently became somewhat dispirited, and Rhodes and Daniel each ran in before the call of time . In such miserable weather, accuracy in passing and receiving passes could not be expected in the School backs, who were, for the most part, new to their posts . Metcalfe worked hard all through, and showed much more adaptability to his new position than most of his colleagues . Chilman, the other half, seemed thoroughly out of place ; he generally succeeded in letting the ball through his legs . Chadwick, served by his speed, made two good runs, but otherwise did not chew the dash he displayed at the beginning of last season . Mitchell fully justified his removal from the scrimmage to centre three-quarters ; he punted well, and was generally good in defensive tactics, but his natural lack of speed lets him down. Bingham did himself injustice by constantly failing to gather the ball ; he saved well, however . The backs generally failed to get their punts into touch, and did not kick half enough . To turn to the forwards, they saved their side from disgrace, but they are lamentably slow in the loose . Some of them seem to think that all that is necessary is blind shoving in the scrimmage . Bird and Cook have, perhaps, a little more notion of loose play than the rest . The following-up was decidedly slack, and they would do well to imitate the example of Wilkinson and Crosthwaite, both of whom, we are glad to say, have improved much since last year . Of the new men, Cook and Carter have the most dash, but Crowther has most knowledge of the game . In conclusion, we heartily exhort the team to train, for, as often as not, condition wins the match. Old Boys .—C . W . Haynes (back), H . W. Rhodes, A . M . Daniel, G. V . Birks (three-quarters), P . E . Lord, R . Hopkins (half), C . B . Clarke, H . W . Allan, A . Wade, A . C. Clarke, P . Stewart, E . F . Bardsley, J. Raine (forwards). School.—W . A . Hudson (back), F . Mitchell, H . F . Chadwick, S . O. Bingham (three-quarters), H . G . Metcalfe, G . H . Chilman (half), K. E . T . Wilkinson, A . Crosthwaite, A . Bird, F . C . Crowther, H . D. Naylor, E. S . D . Carter, H . Thompson, G. R . Cook, A . H . Sutton (forwards) .

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v. H . W . RHODES' TEAM. Played on the School ground on October 9th, and resulted in a win for the scratch team by 6 goals 2 tries to nil . The School were outmatched both forward and behind . In the first half of the game the School played up with vigour, though the superiority of their opponents shewed itself in a fairly heavy score . But towards the end of the game they became apparently resigned to their fate, and their opponents ran in as they liked.

v . POCKLINGTON. Played on Thursday, October rrth . The School kicked off at 3 .50 p.m ., and, after a series of scrimmages in the middle, the ball was carried into the home 25, and soon the visitors scored a minor. After the kick-out, the School were still pressed, and shortly Pocklington gained a try, which was converted into a goal . Again the ball was kicked out, and again kicked dead . After this, the School forced the game to the half-way flag, where it remained until half-time . The School had now the advantage of the wind and the hill, and it was hoped that they would score. On resuming, a good deal of scrimmaging took place in neutral ground, varied by occasional visits to School quarters during which Pocklington scored two more minors, and finally a try, which was converted . The School succeeded in reaching the visitors' 25, and several times looked like scoring, but time was called without any further addition to the total . It may, perhaps, be mentioned that the visiting team was assisted by Barnard, Cole, and Wake, of whom, Cole obtained a try and kicked a goal . In this match, also, the School had the distinction of playing against a team of 16 men . The passing on the Pocklington side was notably good, while the School backs seemed not quite at home ; nor did the forwards play with much animation . Score :—Pocklington, 2 goals 6 minors; School, r minor .

v . YORK BANhS. Played on the School ground on Wednesday, October 17th . The Banks won the toss, and decided to play downhill . Procter returned the kick-off into touch at the half-way flag . Some scrimmaging ensued in neutral ground and in the School 25, and, out of a scrimmage near

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the School line, Brett scored a try . The kick at goal failed . After the kick-out, thanks to the combined mulling of WT hytehead and Hudson, Nelson, for the Banks, obtained a second try, from which Cole kicked a splendid goal . This seemed to encourage the School rather than otherwise, and, after passing between Metcalfe, Mitchell, and Chadwick, the last-named scored a good try, which was not converted . The kickout brought no relief to the Banks, and more passing between Metcalfe and Mitchell resulted in Chadwick's obtaining a second try . The place failed . Half-time was then called . The School forwards now played well, and pressed their opponents, but the ball was brought back to neutral territory by E . Procter . Metcalfe then made a brilliant run, which ended in a scrimmage in front of the Banks' goal, out of which Metcalfe passed the ball to Mitchell, who dropped a fine goal . Soon after this, time was called, the game ending in a win for the School by a goal and 2 tries to a goal and a try. In this match the team, as a whole, showed greatly improved form, and played with much more dash and energy than in previous matches . The forwards were still slow in breaking from scrimmages, but played very energetically throughout. They might, perhaps, pay more attention to collaring, and not leave it all to the backs . In this match Bingham returned to his old position as forward, and seemed much more at home there than behind, but might make more use of his speed in following up. Mitchell, as usual, played well ; his kicking was very useful and accurate . Chadwick played far more vigorously than before . Metcalfe played a hard and unselfish game . Our back, alas ! was not a great success . The others need no comment.

v. RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Ripon paid us a visit on Saturday, November 3rd, the match being understood to be the first of the contests for the West Riding Schools ' Challenge Cup . Rain fell all day, making the ball very greasy . The home team won the toss, and played with the wind, which was blowing from the lower goal, at their backs . Ripon kicked off, and a series of scrimmages in the middle of the ground proved the York forwards fully equal to their rivals . A neat dribble by Cook, and some passing amongst the backs, took play inside the Ripon 25 . Here Leaf and Metcalfe gave Mitchell a chance, but lie, instead of running, threw to

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Chadwick, who mulled, and the ball went into touch . Leaf then nearly got through, and from the scrimmage the ball was passed to Mitchell. Tupman went for him, but the ball was handed on to Chadwick, who just got over . A difficult kick was excellently dealt with by Mitchell. On restarting, the game was again carried into Ripon quarters, and neat passing resulted in Chadwick again getting through ; Mitchell made a good attempt . York continued to press, but only minor points were registered ; free kicks, under the new rules, were frequent . After halftime, a good dribble by Sutton was the first item, which took play into Ripon half . Leaf's weak knee now began to trouble him rather, and, consequently, Danks had more chances . Picking up from a scrimmage at his own 25, he got past the centre, but was brought by Hudson, who did well at full back . About this time Danks did a lot of passing, but it was generally spoiled by Metcalfe and Mitchell . However, about the middle of the second half, the home team began perceptibly to tire, and Bingham, letting himself be charged down, Ripon were, for the first time, in the opposing 25 . For about ten minutes they were kept at bay, but at last Tupman picked up and ran right through, placing the ball between the posts, and a goal was kicked . The last five minutes saw p'ay in the centre of the ground, Metcalfe being noticeable . For the home team, Hudson did well all that was asked, as he got no chance at Tupman . Mitchell was very prominent in spoiling the Ripon passing, and fed Chadwick well first half ; he also kicked well . Chadwick was fairly good, not having any chances after half-time . Bingham seemed out of form, and was slow : Metcalfe was very safe all through, and played well with Leaf . The latter, as stated above, fell away somewhat during the second half, but played a good game . Of the forwards, Wilkinson was easily first, and Cook, Crowther, and Sutton were good ; Naylor worked hard in the pack ; Bird was much inclined to shirk the scrimmage work . For Ripon, the two wings, Bryant and Tupman, were good, the former kicking very well, but got few chances ; Danks worked hard at half. Forward, Wrangham and Hingston did well . Teams : The School.—Back, A. NV . Hudson ; three-quarters, F . Mitchell, H. F . Chadwick, S . O . Bingham ; half, J . F . Leaf, H . G . Metcalfe ; forwards, K . E . T . Wilkinson, A . Crosthwaite, R . A . B . Bird, 1" . C. Crowther, G . R . Cook, H . Thompson, H . D . Naylor, A . H . H. Sutton, E . S . D . Carter.

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v . BRADFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match was played at Bradford on Saturday, November 17th. Bradford won the toss, and played with the wind . Mitchell kicked-off for the School, and play at once settled down in the Bradford half. After some passing, Bingham got in near the touch-line, a point which was not converted by Mitchell . The kick-out brought no relief to Bradford, who were again pressed, and Chadwick scored the second try, from which a goal was kicked . The School continued to have the best of the play, and Chadwick scored again . The place, which was an easy one, failed. Mitchell was the next to score, from a pass by Chadwick, and kicked a goal . Another try by Bingham, from which a goal was kicked, brought half-time . After the kick-out, Bradford rushed the ball down to the School line, and made determined efforts to score . The School forwards, headed by Carter and Bird, relieved with a long dribble . The attack on the School goal was still continued, but again the forwards relieved by a dribble, in which most of them had a share . The Bradford forwards retaliated, but Bingham picked up neatly, and made a brilliant run, ending in a try between the posts ; a goal was kicked . Soon after this, Chadwick and Bingham ran well, and Chadwick gained a try ; a goal was again kicked. Nothing further happened, except a futile attempt on the part of Mitchell to drop a goal . The ultimate score was : York 5 goals 2 tries 3 minors to Bradford nil . The Bradford men played pluckily all through, and especially in the second half, but there was a lack of the combination which was so conspicuous in the School team . A . S. Robinson worked hard for them all through . No one else deserves mention, except, perhaps, Ellis, who might have done more if he had been properly fed . The School forwards showed better form than usual, their dribbling being vastly improved, but were slow in gathering round the ball . Some of them don't seem to think it is necessary to come round a scrimmage if they have missed the ball. They seem to think it is the part of a forward to shove through a scrimmage regardless of the ball, Their following up was better, but some would do well to imitate the excellent example set them in this department by Wilkinson and Cook . To individualise, Wilkinson worked hard in the tight and followed up well, but was not as good in the loose as usual : Carter, Bird, Cook and Crosthwaite were ever to the fore . At half-back we were vastly superior ; Metcalfe throughout

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played splendidly and at the same time very unselfishly : Wellburn also was good, his passing being very accurate. At three-quarters Bingham and Chadwick showed up very well when in possession of the ball, but did not shew great aptitude for taking the ball, Chadwick being the better of the two in that respect. Bingham made the run of the day, but is rather deficient in passing. Our full back made no mistakes, but would do well to practice punting up the touch-line more.

MR . A O . JOY'S TEAM. Played on the School ground before a fair number of spectators. The ball was kicked off by Joy, and was at once carried into the School 25, where a good deal of scrimmaging took place, but Metcalfe got hold of the ball, and carr ied it into touch ; but no progress was made from the throw out, and Potter, getting the ball from the scrimmage, ran in with it . The kick was unsuccessful . Lord kicked out, and the School forwards gradually worked the ball into the visitors ' quarters, and some good passing among the School backs took place . Metcalfe got the ball from the scrimmage, and passed to Lord, who passed to Mitchell, who, in his turn, passed to Chadwick . Chadwick got away, but was stopped on the visitor's 25 . The visitors now, by loose dribbling and good passing, carried the ball into the School territory, and another try was obtained by O . B . Rickards . The kick was again unsuccessful . The play was now for some time in the middle of the ground, but one of the visitors got hold, and made a good run, but stumbled just in front of goal, and a scrimmage ensued . The ball was passed to the visitors' three-quarters, but they failed to run in . The School now made several good combined dribbles, but the ball was returned across the goal-line, and was touched down by the School. The School passed out the ball to Chadwick, who kicked into touch, and, from the throw out, the visitors again carried the ball into the School 25, but Metcalfe saved by kicking into touch ; but the visitors were not to be denied, and another try was obtained from a scrimmage on the goal-line . After some tough scrimmaging, Moxon obtained another try, from which Potter kicked a goal . The visitors ' forwards again dribbled the ball into the School 25, but Chadwick saved, and the School forwards made a good dribble, Crowther distinguishing himself by his vigorous tackling . The visitors ' good dribbling again pre-

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vailed the backs, and a scrimmage ensued near the goal-line, from which it was dribbled into goal, and dropped upon by the visitors ; a try was allowed, but was not converted . Joy got the ball from the kick-off, and ran into touch, being well collared by Lord ; the visitors screwed round the scrimmage, and the ball was carried across the goalline, but Hudson touched it down . The visitors soon obtained another try by a dribble out of the scrimmage, but no goal was obtained. Half-time was then called . The School kick-off after half-time was well returned, and finally the ball went into touch in our 25 . Here a series of scr immages ensued till the enemy's backs got the ball, and a try was scored after some good passing, but failed to kick the goal. After the kick-out, the visitors still presse 1 the School in their 25, when Bingham made a good pass to Lord, who made a useful run, bringing the ball into the middle of the field . It did not, however, stay there long, but was again brought to the School 25, and Lord again gained ground for the School by a run, which they were unable to retain, and after some more play in the School 25 another try was scored by the visitors, and again the kick was a failure . Afterwards, Bingham made a good run, and the ball was rushed into the visitors ' half ; again the School was driven back, but rallied, and brought the ball on again towards the other end ; not long after, Joy, from a good pass and with a splendid run . got behind . This time a goal was kicked, after which the School rushed the ball on in good style after a run by Lord, but Joy, again obtaining hold of the ball, ran in . The goal was kicked and time was called. v . LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL. In this match, contrary to universal expectation, the School suffered defeat by a goal to a try . The School played downhill first, and after the kick-off soon began to force back their opponents, who were much inferior in the scrimmage, By a mistake, however, one of their threequarter's gained possession and by a good run gained a try, which was converted . From a scrimmage in front of the Leeds goal Mitchell obtained possession and made an unsuccessful drop at goal . After the kick out Leeds were still kept on the defensive, and at length Bingham made a good run, ending in a try between the posts ; Mitchell took the kick, which was a failure. Leeds now played with a little more vigour, and half-time was called without any further addition to the score. On resumption of play the School forwards at once carried the ball

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into the Leeds 25, where it remained for the rest of the game . The visitors were pressed all the time, but the vigorous play of their halves and the careful marking of their three-quarters saved them from defeat. The game consisted of scrimmages, carried always by the School forwards, varied by attempts at heeling out and passing, frustrated generally by the vigorous efforts of the Leeds backs . Suffice it to say that though on our opponents' line the whole time we were unable to score . In this match WT. M . Carter played half and F . Wellburn threequarters, as Chadwick was unable to play . The School played well on the whole, in spite of their defeat, though W . M . Carter did not seem quite at home at half. v . YORK BANhS. The second match was played on November 14th . The Banks were unable to bring their team on to the field until three o'clock, and consequently the latter portion of the game was played in cimmerian darkness intensified by a drizzling mist, consequently the details of the game are not to hand . The Banks kicked-off, and the game at first was confined to our half, the forwards of the Banks were a heavy lot, and their backs were in no way inferior, being aided by Mr . T . Pride. In spite of hard work on our part the ball was gradually brought to our 25, and Brett obtained a try, Cole failed at the place . After the kickoff, the forwards made a good rush to the Banks ' 25, but not letting out well their exertions were quickly negatived by the ball arriving in our 25 again, and by Cole obtaining the second try . The place was successful ; the School now were quite played out, and Pride added to our misfortunes by dropping a beautiful goal . Half-time was then called . The next half was a mixture of tries, shots at goal, combined with darkness and a drizzling rain ; and play was stopped a quarter of an hour before time, after a match wretched and miserable in all respects . Score :—Banks', 4 goals t try ; School, nil .

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CORRESPONDENCE. To the EDITORS of the Peterile. SIRS,—After reading Mr . Lord's letter in the last Peterite, I should like, though I fear rather late, to say a few words about the best way to get rid of the faults he mentions as being most conspicuous in the fifteen . First, as to collaring : As to the necessity for forwards being able to collar, all judges of the game are agreed, and no feeling of reliance on backs should allow the forwards to go at it in a half-hearted way . Nothing is commoner among forwards than for one to watch the result of another ' s attempt before going for the man himself, whereas a simultaneous attack is the surest way to success, and, further, is best calculated to secure the ball . I remember in 1873 and 1874, if not later, the universal game during the morning school interval was "fox across, " which consists entirely of collaring one another, and was splendid practice . This might be revived . Anyhow, this fault of weak collaring must be cured ; collar low and collar hard should be the maxim, and if you know you ' re weak, try all the harder . For passing and combination I know no better practice than the following :— Let a line start from one end of the football field to run up to the other, and let the outside man, as soon as he has gone a few yards, pass the ball to the next, he to the next, and so on ; let each man, after passing, slacken his pace so as to bring himself " on side " again, and when the ball has reached the far side, it can be passed back iii the same manner ; let this be done often—every day, if possible, for half an hour or so—until the ball travels from end to end and is never dropped, even when running at full speed . The halves and threequarters might practice one time, the forwards another—but let it be done often . Of the good results in passing and backing-up I can speak by experience ; and further, it is very good for the wind. Similar practice by the forwards alone, only with the fret, is also excellent ; in this case the ball should never be touched with the hands, but passed, as in Association, with the side of the foot . As for kicking, practise whenever you can, and with both feet . Let the backs practise screw-punting, especially the halves ; nothing is more useful to the latter than the power of punting almost over their heads . Again, let the captain select one or two, and see them practise place kicks, and when he has discovered the best talent let him stick to it . I must apologise for the length into which I have drifted, and remain, yours GEORGE H . EYRE . truly, DEAR

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NOTES AND ITEMS. The Prince of Wales' Leinster Regiment (Royal Canadians)—C . W. W. Gabb, to be Lieutenant. J . H . G. Wilson, Queen ' s College, Oxford, has been playing forward in the Oxford University Rugby XV. F. A . Bulman, Durham University, played three-quarter back for Durham County. J . E . Gofton, St . John's College, obtained two tries in the Freshmen's Match at Oxford. H . W. Rhodes, J . H . G . Wilson, and J . E . Gofton played for the Next Twenty against the Next Fifteen of Oxford. N . L . Hood, of Cavendish, Cambridge, A . C . Clarke, of Emmanuel, both played in the Freshmen's Match, Hood obtaining a try. L . E . Stephenson, of Christ ' s, Cambridge, is playing for the University. C . P . Metcalfe has passed from H .M .S . "Worcester" to H .M .S. "Britannia," and from that ship obtained a cadetship in the Royal Navy : gazetted to H .M .S . " Agincourt ." J . E . Gofton, St . John's, Oxford, won the Freshmen ' s Quarter Mile. G. R . Cooke . has obtained a Scholarship of £70 a year at Durham University. J . F . Leaf has obtained a Scholarship of £6o a year at Peterhouse, Cambridge. M . Napier has been playing football for Stirling County. At St . John's College (Oxford) Athletic Sports J . E . Gofton won the Quarter-Mile, and ran second in the 300 Yards Freshmen' s Race from scratch, in the Too Yards Open, and in the Mile .

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PET RITE. VOL . IX .

FEBRUARY, 1889 .

N o . 79.

EDITORIAL. N cemformity with a suggestion made at the Old Peterite Meeting,

I at the end of last term, it has been decided to publish only sit Peterites during the year, instead of eight, as formerly—one in the middle of each term, and one during each vacation . In order that these numbers may appear punctually, the Editors request assistance in the shape of contributions from Past and Present Peterites, more especially the latter, which it is hoped will be liberally and even enthusiastically granted . The labours of the Editors will be thus materially lightened, and additional vivacity will be imparted to the Magazine. Probably the number of contributions from Present Peterites during the last three years has not even been one per annum. This is deplorable . May the Editors appeal to the patriotism and energy of the school at large with some encouraging prospect of its speedy remedy. Another lamentable deficiency is that caused by the apparent aversion existing in a large section of the school to support any of its institutions that are not compulsory . The subscribing to the school Magazine, which ought to be one of the most flourishing, is not as the other institutions are, almost entirely—and should be totally—compulsory. Will it be allowed to be visible that advantage is only too gladly taken of this circumstance ? This appeal is addressed principally to the Day Boys . In the Boarding Houses subscriptions are treated as a matter of course ; consequently, the boarders have to bear the brunt of keeping up the various institutions . May attention be drawn to the fact that probably not one quarter of the Day Boys subscribe, for instance, to the J7cterile ; that if the rest followed the example of the more patriotic minority, the subscription could be considerably lowered ; that their consciences might—or might not—be eased from the weight

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of the consciousness that they are keeping the benefits of other people's unselfishness, without making the smallest contribution towards mainaining them themselves . Readers, we are convinced that your chivalry will not allow this ap peal to go entirely unrewarded.

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. President : The Head Master. Vice-Presidents : Rev . H . M . Stephenson, Clifford Allbutt, Esq , Rev. G . F. Browne, S . J . Chadwick, Esq ., Lieut .-Col . G . H . Crowther, Rev . G . Edmundson, Canon Elwyn, Edwin Gray, Esq ., Rev . T . P. Hudson, Rev. J . B . McClellan, E . H . Pickersgill, Esq. Head Secretary and Treasurer : E. W. Clayforth. Secretary for Oxford District H . W . Rhodes L . W . Pickles Cambridge ,, London „ C . H . Chadwick Edinburgh „ R . C . D . Rose Durham „ W . H . Holmes A . Peters York Hull „ .. . J . H . Dunkerley Huddersfield District Lieut.-Col . G . H . Crowther Committee : Messrs . T . L . Chadwick, J . R . Wood, J . H . Daniel' Rev . J . H . Mallinson, G . H . Eyre, Rev . E . A . Douglas. List of Members. Abbay, Rev . R. . . . Earl Soham Rectory, Wickham Market, Suffolk Ainslie, Rev . R . M . . . . St. Saviour' s Liverpool Ainslie, W . . . . . . . Salisbury Club, S . James' Square, S.W. Allan, H . W . . . . Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge Barber, E ., The Ven . . . . S . Bridget's Rectory, Chester Barber, H . J . . . . Brighouse, Halifax . Bardsley, G. B . . . Corpus Christi College, Cambridge Bennett, F. W. M. . . . Northallerton. Dirks, G . V . : . . . . . University College Hall, Gordon Square, London Bloomfield, H . . . . Clare College, Cambridge Bulman, G . W. M . . . . Shincliffe, Durham Bulman, F . A . . . . Shincliffe, Durham Carroll, R. W . . . . Coombe, Mavis, Chislehurst, Kent Chadwick, Rev. A . . . . Wrenthorpe Vicarage, Wakefield

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Hutchings, L . . .. . . . Selwyn College, Cambridge Jackson, J . A. Hensingham House, Whitehaven Jackson, W . H. . . . Market House Chambers, Salisbury Johnson, C. . . . Bridlington Joy, H . G. Tynemouth Kirby, C . . .. Harrog He Lamber _t , P . B . . . . 6, New Square, Lincoln ' s Inn Le Maistre, Rev . S . J . . . . 8, South Place, Kennington Park, S .E. Lord, F . J . ... . . . Townhead, Rochdale Lord, P . E . ... . . . Town Head, Rochdale Lord, T . B . . . . . . . Townhead, Rochdale S .E. Mallinson, Rev . J . H . . . . Whitfield Lodge, Alleyn Park, West Dulwich, Marshall, L. . . . The Lodge, Charterhouse, Godalming Martin, J . L . . .. . . . University Post Office, Edinburgh McClellan, Rev . E . J. Llandovery College, South Wales Mawdesley, F . L. llelwond Croft, Fulford, York Moore, W . E. . . . 3, Swiss Villas, Harrogate Murray, W. 1'. . . . 24, Pitt Street, Edinburgh Napier, M . N . . .. Newbery, W. J. Newman, P . L. . . . St . Mary's York Pearson, V. . . . 23, Bootham, York . Peters, A . .. . . . St . Peter's Grove, York Poyser, A . S . . .. . . . Great St . James ' Street, London, W .C. Pickles, L . W. . . . Trinity College, Cambridge Procter, A . ... . . . The Mount, York Reinold, Prof. . . . Royal Naval College, Greenwich Rhodes, H . W . . . . Worcester College, Oxford Rose, R . D . C . . . . 48, London Street, Edinburgh Rose, A . . .. . . . 48, London Street, Edinburgh Sharp, J . ... . . . Green Mile House, Retford Simpson, J . E . . . . Grange Road, Edinburgh Spencer, A . . . . . . 5, Windsor Terrace, Newcastle Stephenson,Rev . H . M . Bourn Vicarage, Cambridge Mt. Ulston, Jedburgh Stevenson, E . Stevenson, L. E . 12, Athol Place, Edinburgh Swan, J . C . . . . 4 1, Prestbury Road, Macclesfield Tandy, G . B. Penrith Parliament Street, Hull Thorney, J . . . .

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. . . DuncOMbe Place, 7ork . . . All Souls College, Oxford . . . Lanlbrook, Bracknell, Berkshire . . . The School, Tonbridge . . . The Elms, Hull Road, York . . . The Elms, Hull Road, York . . . Starsting, Norfolk . . . New Strect, York . . . Caius College, Cambridge . . . Worcester College, Oxford Queen ' s College, Oxford . . . Pavement, York

THE OLD PETERITE. DINNER. HE resucitation of this time-honoured Christmas re-union of Old

T Peterites took place at the York Station IIotel, on the evening of Tuesday, December 18th . In spite of the forbidding state of the weather, and various untoward circumstances which prevented several from attending at the last moment, Old Peterites mustered in very strong force, and the following sat down to dinner : Canon Elwyn, Canon Hudson, the Revs . G . T . Handford, 1V . O . F. Campbell and C . R . Gilbert, Dr . Matterson, Dr . T . Anderson, Captain White, Dlajor Brander and Messrs . It . W. .Ulan, E . 1' . Allanson, C . B . Clarke, T . 1' . Clarke, W . 1I . Cobb, R . Crawshaw, E . W. Crossley, J . Estill, J . L . Fr<cman, J . E . Gofton, H . C . Heaven, N . L . Hood, J . P . Hubbersty, J . A . Jackson, T . 13 . Lord, P . E . Lord, 1' . G . Mann, 1llawdesley, E . E . Meek, 1R' . E . Aloore, F . J . Munby, P . L . Newman, J . Pearson, W . A . Pearson, A . Peters, H . 1V . Rhodes, R. D . C . Rose, A . S . Rose, W . Scawin, J . E . Simpson, F . Al . Scar-ill, H . H . Spink, T . 1V . L. Terry, 1) . A . Todd . G . H . Wade, J . C . Walker, T . H . Walker, F . Ware, W . G . Wilson, J . R . Wood and G. Yeld. The Rev . H . AT . Stephenson had promised to preside, but unavoidable engagements preventing him from being present, the Rev. G . T . Handford kindly undertook to fill his chair. After dinner the first toasts drunk were those of " The Queen and Royal Family," and " The Archbishop and Clergy," to the latter of which the Rev . 1V . O . F . Campbell replied.

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The Rev . G. T . Handford then gave "The Dean and Chapter . " Whatever the two previous toasts might be stigmatised, this third one was anything but a formal toast . During his short time in York he had met with nothing but kindness from the hands of the Dean and Chapter ; as yet he had met with no denial of any request, and if the School had not had sufficient attention the Head Master was to blame for not having enough impudence to ask for more . The Dean, Canon Hudson, and Archdeacon Crosthwaite deserved special thanks for the very practical interest in the School evinced by them. The Rev . Canon Hudson replied by corroborating what Mr. Handford had said as to the interest taken in the School by the the Chapter, and testified to the very deep sympathy which the Head Master excited in that body on behalf of the School, and intimated his intention of communicating to the Dean and Chapter the kind words spoken of them. Mr . W . H . Cobb proposed the health of" The past Head Masters he said he had never had the ability to distinguish himself, and therefore could have wished so important a toast had been entrusted to one of the more distinguished gentlemen he saw round him ; but he would do his best . He had known a good many Head Masters at St . Peter's, but he could truly say he did not think any School could well have been in a better condition than St . Peter' s was at the time when Canon Elwyn left it. Canon Elwyn, who was enthusiastically cheered on rising, fairly charmed everyone present with his eloquence and evident affection for the School and all its associations . Some of his old pupils were round him at that moment ; some of those present had possibly suffered castigation at his hands, but boys were by repute the most forgiving creatures living, so he trusted they had forgotten the chastisement and remembered only the good it had done them ; he expressed regret at the unavoidable absence of Mr. Stephenson, but entertained a hope that another year the spectacle of three Head Masters of the same School side by side might be seen ; this was by some thought an impossibility, but it had been an accomplished fact within his own experience, when as the then present Head Master of St . Peter's he had attended an Old Peterite dinner along with the late Archdeacons Creyke and Hey. Mr . F . J . Munby said that so long as the School had the right man at its head it could not fail to prosper, and he heartily proposed

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the health of the School, its Head Master, and the masters generally. Mr . Handford in his reply touched upon the very practical question of the desirability of enlarging, if possible, the present playground ; he also referred in delicate terms to the crisis the School had passed through since his appointment ; he attributed the fact that the School had weathered the storm mainly to the splendid way the masters had backed him up in all he had done. Mr . Scargill then proposed " The Old Boys," coupling with that toast the names of Dr . Matterson and Mr . Hubbersty. Dr. Matterson replied in a deeply interesting strain, dipping very deep into the annals of the School, and carrying his hearers back to a distant date, when the School was removed from premises in St. Andrewgate to the house of one, Mr . Noakes, a Professor of Dancing, whose establishment seems to have been somewhere in the Minster Yard ; he then carried his audience very vividly through his own experience of the rigour of the regime of the late Rev . Thomas Richardson, and the joyfulness of the day of his removal into Archdeacon Creyke's form ; he also dwelt at some length upon the great advantages of a study of the dead languages. Mr. Hubbersty, in representing the younger generation of Old Peterites, said it was his good fortune to be able to take up the thread of Dr . Matterson's narrative at the point where he had dropped it ; he, too, had been ruled by the iron rod to which Dr . Matterson had made reference, but he could say for himself and others present, that they felt they owed not a little to Mr . Richardson ' s training, eccentric though his methods might be ; still, he confessed that in his time, too, they passed with no great regret from the " Fourth " to the otium clam dignitate of the " Fifth ." He also referred in affectionate terms to Mr . Stephenson, passing a high enconium upon the standard maintained by his Sixth Form. Mr . Wade proposed " The Theatricals, " as admittedly one of the strongest links which bind Past Peterites to Present ; and, Mr . Yeld, in reply, pointed out the great practical use of the Theatricals as an educational factor in the School. Mr. Freeman then proposed the health of the "Secretary of the Dinner Committee," expressing the thanks of all present for the labours expended by him on the organization of that successful gathering. Mr . Peters said that he had felt himself fully thanked for what he

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had undertaken and done, when he saw so large a number of Old Peterites seated at table ; he felt especially grateful to Canon Elwyn, who was present, at the cost of a great personal effort, and whose presence had done so much towards adding to the enjoyment of the evening. After " The Football Club " had been given by Mr. Handford, and suitably replied to by Mr . W . G . Wilson, and the health of Mrs. Handford, proposed by Canon Elwyn, and most enthusiastically drunk by all, the party broke up after a much more enjoyable evening than even the most sanguine had promised himself.

THE OLD PETERITE MEETING. HE third Annual General Meeting of the O . P . Club was held at

T the School on Thursday, December zoth, at 4-30 p .m ., Mr . Handford in the chair . In the absence of Mr . Clayforth, Mr. Eyre read the minutes of the last general meeting, which were confirmed . The Club accounts for the year were then read, shewing a balance of X4 13s . 1 rd. , as well as uncollected subscriptions amounting to 15s . These were duly passed . The following members were then proposed by the resident and seconded by Mr . Eyre :—L . Hutchins, A . Procter, J . W. Craven, R . W . Hartley, J . E . Walker . F . L . Mawdesley, F . W . M. Bennet, W . J . New bery, Professor Reinold, M J . Greener, C . H. Haigh, A . Poyser, E . A . Deane, W . H . Grindrod, T . L . Martin, G . V. Binks, H . W . Allan, M . Napier ; J . E . Gofton was proposed by Mr. Rhodes and seconded by Mr . Eyre ; and A. J . Hopkins proposed by Mr . J . Wilson and seconded by Mr . A . Wade . These were all elected. The following were then elected to serve on the Sports Committee for 1889 :—Messrs . G . H . Eyre, P . E . Lord, and W . G . Wilson . A Dinner Committee was then elected to manage the dinner of 1889, viz ., Messrs . C . H . Chadwick, A . Peters, and F. Ware . A discussion then ensued as to improvements required in the Peto-ite in order to ensure greater regularity in its issue, and it was resolved that a communication should be made to the editors of the Petcrite to the following effect :—" That the meeting considered that it would be advisable to publish six numbers of the Peterite in the year instead of eight, viz ., one in the middle of each term and one in each vacation ." The new arrangements for the admission of members provisionally until their election at the next general meeting having rendered it unnecessary to hold committee meetings terminally the following was proposed by Mr. Eyre, and seconded by Mr . Rose, that Rule IV.

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should be altered so as to read as follows :—" That a Committee Meeting and a General Meeting be held annually in York on the second day of the School Theatricals, and that other meetings be held when necessary . subject to due notice to members." Amendment proposed by Mr. T . Lord, and seconded by Mr . P . Lord, to read " a week's " for " due . " This was carried, and the amended rule was then passed . Mr. Eyre then proposed, and Mr . W . H . Jackson seconded, a vote of thanks to Mr . Handford for presiding, and this was carried unanimously . Mr . Handford, in returning thanks, expressed his strong interest in the Club, and his belief that its objects were good and useful and likely to benefit the School . There being no further business the meeting adjourned.

OLD PETERITE DINNER ACCOUNT. DEAR SIRS,

I beg to enclose you a statement of the Old Peterite Dinner Account, which I shall be obliged if you will print in the next number I 7s .' of the Peterite . You will see I have a balance in hand of which I propose to keep as a fund for expenses of organization another year. I should like to add that Sir Joseph Terry, who was prevented from attending at the last moment by illness, kindly instructed me to hand his subscription over to the Treasurer of the School Dramatic Club, which I have done Yours truly, ARTHUR PETERS, Hon . Sec . O . P . Dinner Committee. To the Editors of the Peterite. OLI) PETERITE DINNER ACCOUNT. RECEIPTS. 50 Subscriptions at 7/6

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A FRAGMENT — THE FOOTBALL SEASON.

A FRAGMENT. SOPII . ANTIG . 781 -97 . Love, thou warrior undefied ; Love, that wasteth worldly pride. Couching in a maiden 's cheek. Keeping lair in dimple sleek Thou roam'st the sea, or dwell'st in rural courts ; Nor deathless God, nor aught of mortal men Escapes thee, but he bears thy maddening dart. Thou twistest righteous minds Astray, in shame to sin; Thy power awaked this strife,

' Twixt blood that is akin. Desire, that glances from the eyelids bright Of brides, is victor, throned next law divine. 'Tis vain to strive, should be the goddess sport.

THE FOOTBALL SEASON.

N being asked to write a retrospect of the Team ' s Football, we at once laid hold of a fixture card ; and let us here congratulate the

School on their neat cards . On reading over the fixtures, we were surprised at their number, seventeen matches in all arranged for last term . Four or five years ago ten matches, i.e ., about one a week, were considered ample : why should it not be so now ? Such a crowd of engagements is fatal, both to the present team and future teams . It prevents pick-ups, in which, more than in matches, the fellows learn the game : for it is then that coaching is possible, while it is hardly feasible in matches, unless we adopt the Ripon practice . Another point with regard to the arrangement of fixtures is the engaging with too strong teams at the outset of the season . This year it was not until the fourth match that the School scored even a minor point . A good start is a wonderful thing, and were we not good Conservatives, we would advise the dropping of the first Old Boys match, especially considering the present strength of the O .P. team . Could not the season be opened with some of the weaker schools? Two innovations have been made this year with regard to the School Football ; the inclusion of masters in the team in club matches, and the entry for the West Riding Schools Challenge Cup .

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In the matches against schools we scored ro goals 9 tries to 4 goals 4 tries, or 39 points to 16 . The first school match was Ripon, which was played at York in drizzling rain . The match was won largely by good forward play, Wilkinson standing out prominently . Mitchell and the half-backs did a lot towards victory in spoiling the Ripon passing ; but we thought the School might have scored more in the first half, as Ripon did not settle down until after half time . Cook and Sutton did well forward this was about the only match in the term in which the School played their full team. On the following Saturday, without Leaf and Chadwick, the School were beaten by Leeds . This result was greatly due to weakness at half, where Metcalfe had to do all the work, and being very well marked he was able to give the three-quarters very few chances . Of course the School try ought to have been converted, but mistakes will happen and it must not be forgotten that Mitchell won the Ripon match by an excellent place kick. The Bradford matches were both runaway affairs ; little need be said about them except that in the first half at York the home team played their very worst. In the match v. Ripon, away, we suffered a rather severe beating, mainly owing to the unrepresentative character of the School team. Of the forwards Crosthwaite and Carter were absent, and Leaf' s place was taken by Welburn at half. The forwards managed to hold their own, although deprived of the services of Bird shortly after the beginning of the game, who was injured by a kick on the head, Wilkinson and Sutton being specially conspicuous . Of the half-backs, Metcalfe played a very plucky game, making his vis-a-vis successfully, though unable to put in much offensive work . Welburn was rather feeble, collaring very high and being especially poor at saving . Ripon playing four -backs, who played with great judgment and combination, outmatched and outpaced ours, and herein was the secret of their tall score . Mitchell played a hard game, putting in some good kicks. Bingham managed to avail himself of one or two chances, and made some plucky runs . Chadwick once only just failed to score, but his play on the whole was rather spasmodic . He occasionally put in some good kicks . Garland, at back, was good, although he once by an error of judgment let Ripon score ; his play on the whole was creditable . He kicked fairly well, fielding the ball generally cleanly and collared low, which the rest of the team, with perhaps the exception of Mitchell and

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one or two forwards, apparently studiously avoided . The play of the whole team was marked by great uncertainty, but the great fault was bad tackling. None of the team go hard enough at the man ; it is no earthly use waiting for him, take him low and bang at him . Let us hope the excellent suggestions in the letter published in the last Peterite will be acted upon next term . Another great failing the School have is their tendency to evaporate, so to speak, as soon as a point or two have been scored by the other side ; sometimes even before any score has been made, if they hear of a man with a reputation against them. On these occasions they become utterly demoralized and seem to forget all knowledge of the game . Schools ought usually to have best of it in the second half owing to superior condition . Let St . Peter' s remember that and learn to play an uphill game We do not mean to say that the whole team had this failing, but most of the backs had . Metcalfe. Wilkinson, and Naylor, were notable exceptions, who played hard, no matter who was winning. Below are given the characters of the fifteen : MITCHELL () Captain ., rr st . 9lbs, 1887-8 .-By stress of circumstances was compelled to play centre, where he invariably kicked well . Though not fast, might run a little more before passing, and try and get the ball out to the wing on the full pitch . Tackles and saves well . Scarcely marks the opposing centre as well as he did at the beginning of term. CHADWICK ( .) 10 St . 10 ID ., x887-8 .—Very fast, and if he could make sure of taking passes, would be a dangerous offensive player. Hardly makes enough of following up his kick ; at times tackles and saves well. BINGHAM (}) 10 St . 8lbs ., 1887-8 . A strong runner when once in possession of the ball, but an uncertain catch, and gathers badly. An excellent tackler, going low and hard, but slow at getting in his kick--often charged. METCALFE (i-) to St . 4 lbs ., 1587-8 .—A hard working player ; saves most pluckily, and kicks well ; almost too unselfish ; might with advantage run more belore passing . With a little more weight would be very good. WELLBURN ( ) 10 St . 1 lb ., 1888 .-Fairly good, when his forwards are winning, but has a great objection to falling on the ball ; runs well, but is too fond of making for touch ; takes a pass well, but poor at kicking and tackling .

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10 st . 7 lbs., 1887-8 .-Best of the forwards ; thoroughly honest, works all he knows ; generally on the ball, and dribbles well ; fair at tackling. BIRD (forward) 11 st . 7 lb ., 1887-8 .-Good when he likes ; a bit inclined to shirk scrimmage work ; tackles and follows up well. CROSTHWAFFE (forward) 10 st . 10 lb ., 1887-8 .-Good in the loose, dribbling well ; fairly fast, and generally on the ball ; was missed

in the later matches. (forward) 10 st . 7 lbs ., 1888 .-Plays very hard, and knows the game well ; uses his feet as well as any one in the team ; good at the touch line. Cook (forward) 1 o st . 12 lbs ., 1888 .-Fairly heavy and works well, though with an occasional partiality for wing display ; sometimes CROw1HER

dribbles well. NAYLOR (forward) r 1 st . 5 lbs ., 1888 . Improved wonderfully (luring

the season ; thoroughly honest ; one of the best tacklers in the forwards ; improved in dribbling. THOMPSON (forward) 11 st . 8 lbs., 1888 .-A heavy forward, generally to be found in the centre of the squash working hard ; does not shine in the open CARTER (forward) r r st . 4 lbs ., 1888 .-Another much improved forward, good at touch and at passing in the open ; backs up well, but cannot tackle. SUTTON (forward) 10 st . 6 lbs , 1888 .-A fast forward, well on the ball. tackles and runs well, but too fond of picking up the ball. GARLAND (back) 9 st . 7 lbs ., 1888 .-Somewhat light for the post, but tackles very well ; kicks fairly and is fast ; good at fielding the ball .

r' . BRADFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL. The return match with this team was played at York, on Saturday, December 1 . After the easy victory won by the School a fortnight before defeat was considered an impossibility, and the event proved it so, but the play of the team was not up to the usual form . Mitchell won the toss, and elected to play down hill . After the kick off scrimmages were formed in the middle, rapidly shifting, however, to the Bradford quarters, for the home forwards were more scientific and active than their adversaries . Soon Mitchell made a good, though

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unsuccessful, attempt at goal from a free kick, and Carter . following up hard, dropped on the ball and gained a try while the back looked on. Mitchell failed at the place . After the kick-out some scrimmaging ensued, and then Metcalfe made a good run and passed well to Bird, who ran in and gained a try near the touch line, which was not converted . The Bradford men now played up more vigorously, forcing the ball to the centre line, and shortly after did some good running, ending in a try, gained by their captain (Mercer) . No goal was kicked, and the visitors never had another chance of scoring . The second half was monotonous, as play was carried on almost entirely in the Bradford quarters, and towards the end the visitors lost heart and resigned themselves to their fate Once or twice the game was shifted past the halfway flag, but good dribbles by the home forwards, in which Cook, Crowther, and Crosthwaite were conspicuous, soon relieved the pressure . At half-time Bingham, who had been playing back changed places with Garland . 'fries were gained by Bingham (2), Mitchell, Bird, Chadwick, Crowther, Carter, Sutton, \Vellburn . The final score was 4 goals, 5 tries, to i try.

v. POCKLINGTON. The return match was played at Pocklington, on Thursday, December 6th . The team had the assistance of P . E . Lord, Esq ., at half, and M . Whittam, Esq ., at three-quarters . Laybourne and F . M. Bingham were taken to fill the places of Crosthwaithe and Carter. The School kicked off and some very even play occurred at first but the superior weight of their opponents at length forced them back. The backs did some excellent kicking and running but no great amount of ground was ever gained . At length, from a scrimmage on the line one of the Pocklington men bullocked over and claimed a try, which was allowed . The kick at goal was an utter failure . For the rest of the first half nothing very interesting occurred, Pocklington gained two more tries, both obtained by rushes from scrimmages near the line . No goal was kicked . Lord kicked off, on resumption of play, and immediately afterwards, taking the ball from the return dropped a splendid goal, thus equalising the score . The superior training of the school now began to tell, and they had the best of it, both in the scrimmage and behind . It was some time, however, before any addition was made to the score, at last, however, Chadwick got

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in near the corner . The attempt at goal was a very good one and only just failed . The School continued to press their opponents and soon Lord made an excellent run and gained another try . A goal was kicked and time was then called, leaving the School winners by 2 goals try to 3 tries. In this match, after the first ro minutes, when they seemed numbed and cold after their journey, the School played up excellently, and proved themselves the better team, both in science and staying power. The substitutes too, were a great success, as indeed was the match in every way . v. DONCASTER GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match, one of the contests for the West Riding Schools Challenge Cup, was played at Doncaster on Saturday, February the 9th. The engagement proved most hollow, as in one hour' s play, the School scored no less than 5o points to nil . A strong wind was blowing, and the weather was bitterly cold . Doncaster kicked off against the wind, and the School at once rushed the ball down, into their 25, and in a a minute or two gained a try ; and this describes the whole of the game . After change of ends, Doncaster did no better, and even with the wind in their favour, were unable to score a minor . After a most uninteresting game, the School retired victors by 14 goals, 8 tries, 2 minors, to nil. Such a game as this was no real test of the powers of a team . The School passing was good, considering the wind, and was certainly most unselfish . The following obtained tries :—H . G. Metcalfe (4), F . Mitchell, H . F . Chadwick, J. F. Leaf, and J . O. Garland (3 each), A . H . Sutton and F . 1Vellburn (2 each), and G . R . Cook and A . Crosthwaite (1 each) . Goals were kicked by F . Mitchell (7), j . A . Browne (3), H . F . Chadwick (2), and F . C. Crowther and H . G . Metcalfe (1 each). In this match two vacancies in the team were filled by R . C . T. Laybourne (forward) and J . A . Browne (back).

OXFORD LETTER. NCE more has Alma Mater received her children into her bosom.

O As in days of yore the torpids are to be seen toiling painfully up

the Isis against wind and stream, while the banks resound with the execrations of the coaches, as they speed along, whether on foot or on

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high prancing steeds, to the imminent peril of the gaping crowds of critics, who at times, on seeing the Varsity eight pass by, hazard the remark "That torpid is not so bad," "Number 7 has some idea of rowing . " The torpids are in full swing, and would seem to be about up to the average generally reached at this time of training . B .N .C . should keep their places at the head of the river without very much difficulty, and Corpus, who have a strong though rough and tumble crew, should make it hot for the boats above them . It is too early, however, to form an accurate estimate of the merits and demerits of the respective crews, as they have only just been initiated into the delights of training . In some colleges a stand is being made against encouraging wholesale gluttony at the feasts yclept jagger-breakfasts, a limit having been placed upon the amount to be consumed . Consequently, these toilers at the oar scarcely present such a gross aspect as usual. Last year the Varsity eight was conspicuous for its neatness, and, at the same time, utter lack of strength . This year there are no less than four men rowing who weigh 13 stone and upwards . The prospect of winning the race this year is far from rosy, especially as there are seven of the victorious crew still up at Cambridge, but, at any rate, a move has been made in the right direction, and it should bear good fruit next year. Nickells and Holland have yet to take their places in the boat. The crew is not without promise, and when they have settled down and learnt to row longer they will be quite up to the average . H . Cobb is the only Peterite representative on the river ; he is at present stroking the Hertford torpid. The Varsity match is now an event of ancient history . The lamentable sluggishness of the Oxford backs, coupled with the absolute impotence of the halves, neutralized the really fine efforts of the forwards, who played throughout with great dash and spirit . Fleming behind alone sheaved any approach to form . That the committee made a wise selection of the back division is at least an open question . It is significant that they have already given the chuck to two men out of the six ; to one indeed without even a trial this term . The loss of W . G. Wilson at half was a terrible blow . Our more fortunate opponents are to be congratulated upon having a really splendid team, perhaps as strong as any in the United Kingdom . The ,Varsity this term have won all their matches, beating in succession the Clapham Rovers, Surrey County, Victoria University, and the London Welsh . In three

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of these matches J . H . G . Wilson obtained tries . There are still some seven or eight matches left on the card, the most important being those with our dusky-coloured brethren, the Maories, and the Old Leysians . It is with considerable pleasure, not perhaps unmixed with apprehension, that we look forward to a visit from the Rochdale Hornets . The howls and varied repartee of their supporters will be a pleasant contrast to the customary stolidity of an Oxford crowd, otherwise known as the gilded youth of the period. College football is exciting considerable enthusiasm . Last term Trinity carried all before them, but this term Queen s can fairly claim to have done the same, having beaten Trinity, Magdalen, and Keble in succession, by far their three most formidable rivals . Of Old Peterites Rhodes is playing as brilliantly as ever for Worcester, and secured a clever try for the Varsity against the London Welsh. Gofton is playing three-quarters for John's, and J . H. G . Wilson is to be seen in the ranks of Queen's . A . Wade has also on one occasion assisted Hertford. The Varsity Association team bids fair to repeat last year's victory. No less than four of our men represented the South against the North. P.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER.

11 HOUGH we have now been up nearly a fortnight, news does not seem to have accumulated with sufficient rapidity to make the task of writing a Cambridge Letter an easy one . As was prognosticated in these columns, our Rugby team succeeded in lowering the colours of Oxford by a handsome majority, in spite of the fact that the Dark Blues had the inestimable advantage of a Peterite representative in their ranks . The team, on the whole, have been very successful this season, their record being 14 matches won, 3 lost, and 2 drawn . The defeats were at the hands of Bradford (twice) and Blackheath, and the victories included such redoubtable combinations as Richmond, Newport, Edinbro', Oxford, and Dublin Universities. Our prospects for the boat race are, at present, very rosy . It seems highly probable that the whole of last year's winning crew will be available, and if so, they are likely to take a good deal of beating. The various college crews are, at present, hard at work practising for the Lent Races, which are said to be fixed for the third week in February . As yet any attempt to foretell what is likely to happen would be premature .

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Dr . Searle, Master of Pembroke, was admitted as Vice-Chancellor at the beginning of this term, in place of Dr . Taylor, Master of St . John's, who has occupied that exalted position for the last two years. We are to be well supplied with dramatic entertainment during the present term . Mr . and Mrs . Kendall are to bring down their noted Company, and among other attractions may be mentioned " The Yeomen of the Guard," and the ever popular " Dorothy ." The organ at King's College Chapel, which has been undergoing extensive repairs, is to be re-opened during the course of the next week ; the proceedings will, no doubt, be very attractive, but we hear they are not to be open to the general public, admission being by ticket. In the name of all Peterites up here, we congratulate Thompson on his success at Trinity, and shall be glad to welcome him when he comes to join our gallant band. A new periodical has made its appearance in our midst under the imposing title of " The Granta ." We opine that its career will be a short one, judging from its literary merits ; the serious articles are heavy reading, and the jokes considerably heavier . In this respect it hardly equals its ill-fated predecessor, " The Gadfly ." Rumour says, that in the previous examination for the Ordinary B .A. Degree, recently held, a scalene triangle was defined as one which had all its sides equal, and all its angles right angles . After this spark of genius, anything more that we could add would be a bathos . SUTAC.

THEATRICALS. he School Play was given on Monday and Wednesday, December 17 and 18 . Though this was the second occasion on which the Comedy of Errors had been put on the School Stage, very few of the audiences that assembled on the above nights had had the pleasure of witnessing the first representation . It was given originally in 1881, on which occasion the actors of the time showed their patriotism by playing to a house composed only of persons connected with the School. This year the hall was well filled on both nights, and there was a goodly number of Old Boys, though hardly as many as might have been expected, considering that the Old Peterite Dinner was on the Tuesday night . The decorations were as pretty as usual, the

number of shields of past plays having now mounted over double figures . Herewith we give the caste and officials :—

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THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. BY WILLIAM SIIAKFSI'EARE. Circa 1591.

.. . . J . F . LEAF. F . 1\IYTCIIELL. .. .. .. .. lEGlEON, a merchant of Syracuse E . S . D . CARTER. ANTIPHOLUS OF EPIIESUS twin brothers and sons to [Eg eon and !Emilia J . A . EASPEN. ANTIPHOLUS OF SYRACUSE } H . F . CHADWICK. DRorelo OF EPHESUS }twin brothers, and attendants on l DROM10 OF SYRACUSE f the two Antipholuses {( K . E. T . WILKINSON. .. .. .. F . WELLBURN. I3ALTH .AZAR, a merchant . . .. . . I: . Moss. ANGELO, a goldsmith First Merchant, friend to Antipholus of Syracuse . . S . O . BINGHAM. Second Merchant, to whom Angelo is a debtor A . W . HUDSON. PINCH, a conjuror .. . . H . D . NAYLOR. An Officer G . H . CHILMAN. SOLINUS, Duke of Ephesus

A:MILIA, wife to .lEgxon, an abbess at Ephesus

C . J . N . CARTER. C . C . D . I'ANsON. E . D . H . SMITH. LUCIANA, her sister .. W . A . RosE. LUCE, servant to Adriana . . HOSTESS of the Porpentine .. .. . . T. S . SPENCE. Lords, Pages, Guards, Gaolers, Citizens . Headsman. ADRIANA, wife to Antipholus of Ephesus

The Scene is laid in Ephesus. ACT I. SCENE 1 .—A Hall in the Dukes Palace.

SCENE 2 .—The Mart.

ACT II. SCENE 2 .—The Mart. SCENE I .—A Room in the house of Antipholus . ACT III. Before the house of Antipholus. AC1' IV. SCENE L—The Mart. SCENE z .—Before the house of Antipholus. SCENE g .--The Mart.

ACT V. Before an Abbe}'. Committee :

E . S . D . CARTER. G . R. COOK.

II . F . CII :U)\VICK . A . CROSI\VAITE . K. E . T . WILKINSON.

h m orary Secretary and Treasurer:

J . F . LEAF. Ass/Slant Secreta,y:

If . D. NAYLOR.

G . H. CHILMAN. F slITCIIELL.

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TIIE STAFF. Stage Manager .. G . VELD, Esc?. Prompter . . H . G . METCALFE. Under-Prompter . . F. C . CROWTHER. Property-Man . . . . E . W . Cr.ARKE, Ike New Scenery by T. H. Lindberg, Esq ., and 7. A . Fasten. The Dresses and Properties by SAMUEL MAY, Costumier, Bow-St ., London.

To take the principal characters in the order of the programme Leaf was successful in the thankless part of The Duke. It must be very trying to listen to the long speeches of ./Egon, Adriana, and Antipholus, but Leaf was always natural . He was very good at the end of the last scene where the recognition takes place ; his " Stay, stand apart : I know not which is which," being excellent . It was a thousand pities he could not be provided with a better part. Mitchell, as _,i'g-eon, was fairly successful ; his voice was well suited to the part, though occasionally too strong for "a feeble key of untun'd cases ." His make-up on the first night was excellent . Why it was changed on the second it is difficult to see . He got through his long speech in the first act fairly well on the whole, and was good in the last act up to his meeting with "Emilia, which was very casual on both sides. Carter entered thoroughly into the part of A,rtijtkolus, of Ephesus. He was excellent in the scene with Dromio before the doors of his house (which went much better on the second night), and again in the last act in his pleading before the Duke . In fact, if we except a slight exaggeration of gesture and pronunciation (especially of dentals), his was a most successful impersonation . He and Chadwick played together very well Easten lacked life as the other Antipholus . It is true the brother of Ephesus is the more choleric, but surely a little more action and freedom is required for the Syracusan . He spoke his lines excellently well, but his gestures were too cramped . He seemed little surprised when met for the first time by Adriana, or when confronted with his brother . He was good in the repartee with Dromio . The two brothers were alike in dress, figure, and face, but scarcely in voice and gesture. The two Dromios, on the other hand, were better copies of each other . Their voices were much the same, and they had many quaint tricks of action alike ; for example, their method of bowing. Chadwick was really good ; his aggrieved look was very comic, and also his muttered grumblings . His by-play in the Pinch scene and during

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Antipholus ' s speech in the last act were fine, and he spoke his lines well, though perhaps missing one or two points . Wilkinson was also good, being particularly fine in his description of `the wondrous fat marriage .' His manner of giving friendly advice to his master was good, and he had a faculty for looking mystified . He and Chadwick made great capital out of the last half-dozen lines of the piece and gave Mr . Yeld ' s excellent epilogue with great effect. Of the ladies, I'Anson was fairly successful in the difficult part of Adriana ; hardly vigorous enough in wrath against her husband, and a trifle monotonous in gesture, but almost always distinct ; he was best in the last act, but seemed nervous at the opening of the play on the first night. Smith was probably the smallest lady ever on the School Stage, and a great favourite with the audience . The part suited him very well, and he seemed to enjoy it thoroughly, but was a little wanting in dignity. Carter, as the Abbess, appeared to be continually struggling against a temptation to laugh . In the interview with Adriana he was good, his Be quiet and depart, thou shalt not have him,' being decidedly firm. The meeting with 1E &on, as we said above, was very placid. Of the minor parts, Rose, as the invisible Luce, was very distinct, and, when he did appear, looked the part . Moss, as the Goldsmith, was always good, being particularly smart in the quarrel with Antipholus about the Echim . One of the funniest pieces of the whole play was Naylor s impersonation of Pinch . Out of a very small part he scored an immense success ; excellently made up, he played the part most comically, and was well backed up by Carter and Chadwick . A wellorganized bear-fight, which terminated this scene, must not be forgotten, nor must we omit to mention the disregards of limit with which the llromios and the supers flung themselves about. The usual orchestra was present, but hardly played up to form . The list of unseen workers is given above, and all were called before the curtain ; most enthusiastic cheering was given for Mr . Yeld and Mr. Lindberg. The latter's work was visible in two beautiful new scenes ; the former's work is by this time known to all Peterites, past and present . We only need here to mention his excellent epilogue which is appended . PROLOGUE. C . Come, say what news since last our friends we met ! \ Much to be proud of, one thing to regret. C . Tell the sad first. \V . Why, Mr . Freeman ' s left . i n J . I . Freeman, Esq ., M .A .

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C. Then of a good friend is the School bereft. W . May fate allot his path in pleasant ways, And send him many, many happy days. Now for the news which to us all is sweet— C. W. We see uplifted high in Learning's seat One gifted, Learning's highest seat to grace. Our late Head Master justly claims that place. 2 C. W . He does . And now the IIulsean pulpit hears Words born of genial wisdom and ripe years. Has any other garlands won to shew ? C. W . Yes, Faussett with his " Pro Cluentin." 3 What say the critics, those great men of choler? C. W . They say, ' tis worthy of the Balliol scholar. But, tell mc, what have present Peterites done? C. W . Why, Leaf to Peterhouse went, saw, and won .' Ile's a tall fellow, and, certes, well may win. C. W . And Noel Hood at Cavendish " got in ."' The list is good—and yet, would bear additions. C. W, Ilave then in Clarke'' and Allan's exhibitions .'' For Academic victories still I thirst. C. W . Then know that Cook, at Durham came, out first, e While Holmes gained glory, so speak, "en masse," With essay, scholarship, and second class. C. Have other Cambridge honours to be reckoned ? W . Yes, in the Tripos, Lord obtained a second, Lord on the cricket-field of game, most fair, For he was captain of the team at Clare . ' ° We thrive. C. W. But if success our new field blesses, We hope to raise a crop of F .R .S .'s To join the one St . Peter's now possesses . u C. What ! W. Respire fznem—I mean, look behind you. C. Well, I see nothing. W. What ! Can one wall blind you? Behind that wall—to sec it I invite you— Our new laboratory is now in situ. C. Say—in the football field we're not behind? W. Sans fable, we're well forward, when we find ' 2 'Mongst Scotland's " Forwards" V well to the fore. 2.

Rev. H . M . Stephenson, M.A., late Fellow of Christ's College, Cambridge, and late Head Master of St . Peter's School, York . Hulsean Lecturer in the University of Cambridge. 3. Rev . W . V . Faussett, late Scholar of Balliol College, Oxford, and Craven Scholar. J . F . Leaf, Classical Scholar of St . Peter 's College, Cambridge. 5. N . L . Hood, Scholar of Cavendish College, Cambridge. 6. A . C. Clarke, Exhibitioner of Emmanuel College, Cambridge. 7. H . W. Allan, Exhibitioner of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. 8. G. R. Cook, Scholarship of £70 a year iu the University of Durham. 9. H . W . Holmes, Gabbett Essay, Van Mildert Scholarship, and Second Class in Classics. io . P. E. Lord, Scholar of Clare College, Cambridge, in the First Division of the Second Class in the Ckrssical Tripos. u . Professor A . W. Remold, F .R .S. 12 . L. E. Stevenson, Christ's College, Cambridge, plays " forwards" for Scotland (International) .

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C. Hurrah ! but, prithee, are there any more? 13 W . More ! both the Wilsons now wear Oxford's blue, And Rhodes came near it--very near it too . 14 Four Peterites play for York. C. Who are they ? Say W . If you would know them, go and watch them play. Stay, go on Friday . when, in York v . Leeds (I mean the Old Boys) you'll see valiant deeds. C. I will—and hope you all will . Friends, our thanks— Our hearts leap up to see your serried ranks, Our warmest thanks-Cease thou to babble-C. Oh! I quite forgot, they want us for the tableau. 13 . 14.

W . G. Wilson, an Exhibitioner of Worcester College, Oxford ; J . H . G . Wilson, Hastings Exhibitioner of Queen's College, Oxford. H . W . Rhodes, Exhibitioner of Worcester College, Oxford.

THEATRICAL ACCOUNTS. 1888. RECEIPTS . Day Boys . . Mr . Gilbert's House Public Subs . .. Masters' Subs . Old Peterites School House Head Master

EXPENDITURE. s. d. 16 l0 0 2 12 6 9 11 6 4 10 0 r 2 6 12 2 6 5 0 0

Atkinson Band Stage Cleaner Head Gardener Gardeners Lamb . . James . . Postage . . May ,, Cussins . . Sampson Holtby . . Hartley . . Clarkson

Balance X5 1

s . d. 0 13 9 0 2 7 0 14 4 o 0 6 0 I 7 o 1 o 1 0 0 0 4 3 0 18 8 119 6 4 0 0 o 1 0 o 10 0

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2 9 8 14

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DEBA"I'ING SOCIETY. HE first meeting of the Debating Society this year was held on

T Saturday, February 2nd, to elect officials and admit new members . Mr . Leaf as last year's secretary opened the meeting, being the highest official present in the absence of the president and vicepresident, by stating that the evening would be devoted to the business of electing officers, &c ., and said that he wished to resign the post of secretary to the society . The Rev . G . T . Handford was unanimously re-elected president . Mr . K . E . '1' . Wilkinson proposed Mr . T . F. Leaf as vice-president and was seconded by Mr. F . Mitchell, and no one else being brought forward Mr . Leaf was declared unanimously elected and took the chair. Mr . Leaf then proposed Mr. Naylor as secretary and was supported by Mr. Mitchell ; Mr . Wilkinson and Mr . Naylor proposed and seconded Mr . E . W . Clarke, and on a division Mr. H . D . Naylor was declared elected by a majority of six to four . Mr. H . F . Chadwick and Mr . F . Wellburn were elected reporters for the Peterite . The following were elected as members of the society : Messrs . J . C . Snowden (as member of the sixth form), F . Wellburn, E . V . Howgate, '1'. S . Gillatt, J . O . Garland, O . AV . Grindrod, IV . A. Eastwood, A . W . Hudson, T . B . Whytehead, W . Douglas J . A. Browne. This concluded the business of the evening . There was a fairly good attendance for the first night, there being to members present, besides one or two who were elected members during the evening. It might be suggested that members should appear punctually, as the business of the evening cannot be entered on until there is a quorum, and on this the opening night a quorum was not obtained till a quarter to six, although the meeting was announced as beginning at half-past five .

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SCHOOL LETTER. IN- CE the last appearance of the Peterite very little has occurred to

S make the task of procuring information for a school letter any easier than usual . The football fixtures, which were very numerous and interesting, were, after two matches, hopelessly cancelled, owing to the epidemic of mumps that unfortunately broke out . Boating was therefore prematurely resorted to, but very little useful practice of any sort could be obtained, owing to so many prominent oars being on the sick list ; consequently the school-house at least could not begin regular practice till considerably later in the term, and the gap that ensued between the decease of football and the revival of boating was neither very easily nor very profitably filled up . The number and violence of the floods has this year been considerably less than usual, perhaps owing to the recent improvements in the river at Nahum Lock, which is a matter for some congratulation. The school have had, of course, to "scratch" for the Yorkshire Public Schools ' Challenge Cup this year, which has consequently fallen to Ripon, whom we beat at the beginning of the season, but who inflicted a rather severe defeat on a hardly representative team later on . Arrangements have been made for the competition next year, and several large schools have been induced to join . Apropos of football, the authorities are taking steps to secure, if possible, a better and more convenient field than the one we have at present, and some mention was made of one belonging to the North Riding Asylum, on the Skelton Road, but nothing definite, we believe, has been arranged at present. The Debating Society was again brought into existence this term, and flourished like the proverbial green bay tree while the evenings were dark enough to prevent any superior attraction arising . With the return of finer weather and longer evenings the fascination of athletics

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proved too strong for the flagging interest shewn in the proceedings of the debating society, which, afterr , one or twe spasmodic attempts to regain its pristine vigour and elasticity, suffered itself to be adjourned Tout the last fortnight in the term sine die. Many of our readers will be grieved to hear of the death of Mrs. 'Elwyn, which occurred rather suddenly at the Charter House last r March, and will sympathise with Canon Elwyn in his bereavement.

CONFIRMATION. T three o ' clock in the afternoon of March 19th, His Grace the Archbishop of York held a confirmation in the school chapel for members of the school . After the choir had sung the hymn, "0 Jesus I have promised, " the Archbishop gave an address to the school on the subject of confirmation . He said there was something a man or woman could do which other creatures were not called upon to do, that was to decide what to do in their future life . We feel that in every respect we are now at school, doing what somebody's will puts upon us, but that there is a strong feeling within to decide for ourselves upon the best course for our future life, and it must be a serious choice to have to make : Some unbelievers say there is no such thing as conscience ; for while there is, in one country, war, because that country thinks that a state of war is most advantageous to its interests, in another country there will be peace, because that country thinks peace more suitable for its advancement than war ; and, therefore, these unbelievers say that there is no voice of God . Nobody says that conscience can teach us everything : we must just do our best . It has been said that conscience is a bad guide ; it certainly is uninformed till we instruct it . Conscience teaches a Christian what to do. St . Augustine, though the son of a pious mother, was not himself a Christian to begin with, but greatly desired to find out the truth, and if he heard of a book teaching men what to do he immediately read it, and though led away in the beginning by bad companions, it was always in the search after what was right . But once a vision came to him, and he went to a friend ' s room, and found there a book which he read, and the passage he read will be found in Romans xiii ., vv . 11-14. It was the Word of God speaking to a mind already touched by God, for the enquiring spirit must have come from God, and this book was like a

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flood of light let in upon his soul . Before all had been night to him— the night of sin and confusion—arid perhaps no one there present could measure the great influence he had, and which existed down to the middle ages . There are so many ways in which life can be passed. If you come to read Aristotle's Ethics you will see what his view of the happiness of life was ; but this is rather too scholastic for us at present. In the same book he speaks of the different modes of life . One man lives to do good—to do what good lie can while in the world ; another . lives to make as big a profit out of life as possible by trading, etc . ; and a third lives solely for pleasure . Many, indeed, think that pleasure in some form, such as sporting, is the best way of spending life ; others, again, simply think of their own interests and advantage, trying to get rich as soon as possible ; and still another class says we must live by the highest mode. The worst of the division is that it is rather hazy : but Christianity has shown us what is noble and good . It is a great mistake to look upon religion as being a gloomy subject. Look at General Gordon : was there ever a man more fit to be the subject of poetry and romance . His theory was that he must live for other people. When he went to Africa for , the second time, he said that he had certain qualifications for the post, for he did not care for money, and he did not mind danger ; and we are told that when, at Khartoum, he was in the presence of his murderers, he still preserved the same cheerfulness which he had possessed all through life . Who will dare to say that religion is gloomy after this example ? Christianity, by enabling you to love other people, gives you a great power over them. He would not be a true Saviour who went through the world telling us to follow his example if all the time he knew that it was impossible for us to do so . Therefore try and put behind you everything like a doubt, as doubts only come from the enemy of your soul . Remember, a recruit when he joins can do no one of those manoeuvres which he admires so much in the trained regiment . And this is the meaning of your question and answer : to express your willingness, and that alone; the rest we leave to God. After the laying on of hands, His Grace again addressed the congregation, saying that when he had last stood in that place he thought he had said something about the force of example . A certain regiment got a bad name, owing to the conduct of some of its officers who had lately joined ; therefore all the officers of the better sort left, almost in a body, as they could not stand the conduct of the bad ones, nor

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endure the bad name which they had got . Go round about the schools of this country ; they have a tone and reputation of their own to sustain, and the boys will do nothing to lower their school ' s name in the sight of the world . For as bad example, so also does good example go a long way towards determining the character of a school. You will come to communion because you think that you would be contradicting yourself if, in confirmation, you said that you would never refuse the Lord ; and yet, when the time came to go to communion, if you refused to go, you would thus lose all influence . Communion is not a profession that we are better than everybody else ; it is only the highest act of Christian worship . Our Lord himself instituted it (Matt . xxvi.) in the presence of the apostles, on the night of his betrayal, after telling them to do this in remembrance of Him . He said that they would all, that very night, deny Him, as they did, for they were not brave enough to acknowledge Him . He knew with whom he was dealing, and warned them that the very first of their trials would be that none of them would be brave enough to acknowledge Him . It is more suitable to go to communion in a lowly spirit like the publican . Christianity is treated like nothing else in the world, for we seem to think that we have only to sit still to become good Christians, whilst we know that nothing else can be done without energy and hard work. If there is bad language in the school, set yourself against it, and speak your word that you will not allow any of the younger boys to be corrupted . What is called a high tone in a school is a thing to be aimed at ; and a high tone means unselfishness, thinking of others, and doing as Christ told us to do.

THE BOAT RACES. GREAT feature of this year's racing was the absence of close finishes : almost every event resolved itself into a procession. There was one notable exception, . the final for the Senior Pairs ; but there what might have been an exciting race was spoilt by a strongish stream giving the far side too much of an advantage . The reason of the uninteresting racing is to be found in the preponderance of the School House and the slackness of the Day Boys . Out of 20 individual prizes 18 went to the House : this is easily accounted for by their energy and spirit, the qualities lacking in the Day Boys . There is no reason why the latter should be so bad if it were not for the

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intolerable idleness of some of their bigger members . They had an energetic captain in Cook, and two good coaches in the Wilsons . To refuse to row "unless I am captain " is a sentiment savouring of the dames ' school, and is not expected from any boy over the tender age of eight . However, the fact remains that the racing was not exciting : some compensation for the grumblers was found in the race with the Old Boys, as closely-contested a struggle as could well be. The races began on Tuesday, April 2nd, with TIIE SENIOR SCULLS. F. Mitchell beat H. G . Metcalfe. This was little more than a row-over, the loser not having been out before the day of the race, and not deigning to remove his sweater. TIIE SENIOR PAIRS. First Round. Heat r . F . Mitchell (bow), . R . Cook (bow), H . G . Metcalfe (stroke), ) beat { G A . Crosthwaite (stroke). Won very easily. Heat 2.

K . E . T . Wilkinson (bow), } heat { H . F. Chadwick (bow), G . II . Chilman (stroke), S . O . Bingham (stroke).

A good race to the corner, the losers making great efforts to keep on terms ; the others, however, won pretty easily in the end. Heat 3 . R . C . T . Laybourne (bow), } beat { W . A . Hudson (bow); J . F. Leaf (stroke), J . A . Easten (stroke). f A close but slow race to the white railing, when Leaf's boat went ahead easily . Second Round. F . Mitchell (bow), R . C . T . Laybourne (bow), H . G . Metcalfe (stroke), } beat { J . F. Leaf (stroke). Won very easily. Final . F . Mitchell (bow), c K . E . T . Wilkinson (bow), H . G . Metcalfe (stroke), , beat G. H . Chilman (stroke), II . B. Whitby (cox .), E . Mortimer (cox.). Chilman went away at the start and was half-a-length ahead at the Boathouse, but at Cat Ditch the boats were level . Metcalfe, still gaining, was half-a-length in front at the corner, and with the current at the Bridge increased the lead to two lengths . At Marygate Chilman spurted and came up to within a length, but the others drew away and won by two lengths . Both boats rowed well, Chilman stroking his with great spirit . JUNIOR PAIRS. First Heat . \V .II .N . Hancock (bow), f A . Rose (bow), E . W . Clarke (stroke), beat C . J .N . Carter ii, (stroke).

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Both crews started at a very rapid stroke, the effects of which were different in the two boats . Clarke getting short of wind was compelled to drop his rate of striking about 5o per cent ., at which rate he got some way on . The other boat meanwhile frequently lost their oars. Clarke won easily. Final Heat . W. H . N . Hancock (bow), l heat E . AV . Clarke (stroke),

R . S . Russell (bow), F. M . Bingham (stroke).

Clarke, profiting by experience, rowed a much slower stroke and progressed much faster than before ; bow in the other boat lost his oar twice and they were badly beaten. TIIE SCHOOL FOURS. The School . The Civil. J . A . Browne (bow), / W . M . Carter (bow), 2 A. Crosthwaite, 2 R'. A . Hudson, LLL beat 3 S . O . Bingham, 3 R . C . T . Laybourne. II. G . Metcalfe (stroke), T . B . II . 1Vhytehead (stroke), H . B . Whitby (cox .), T . S . Gillatt (cox .).

First Heat .

The School soon drew away, and won as they liked, the Civil rowing very dead with the exception of No . 3. Final Heat . The Sixth. K. E . T . Wilkinson (bow), 2 H . F . Chadwick, 3 F . Mitchell, G . H . Chilman (stroke), II . I I . Williams (cox .),

beat the School.

All chance of an even race was spoilt by one of the School boat twice losing his oar, thus enabling the Sixth, in spite of the outside position, to get a length's lead round the first corner . After that the race was practically over. HOUSE FOURS—TIIIRD BOATS. The School House . T . S . Gillatt (bow), 2 E . V. Howgate, 3 J . O . Garland, A . If . Sutton (stroke) II . B . Whitby (cox .),

beat

The Day Boys. A . Rose (bow), 2 C. J . N . Carter ii .. 3 W . H . N . Hancock, B . St. G . J . Scargill (stroke), E. C. Cadman (cox .).

The House Boat, who were much the heavier, drew away slightly, and were a length ahead at Cat Ditch . Here No . 3 in the other boat broke his rowlock, and the House paddled in. JUNIOR The School House.

HOUSE FOURS. The Day Boys.

J . A .Browne (bow),

G . Raine (bow),

2 F. : M . Bingham,

3 J . F . Leaf, II . F . Chadwick (st .). H . B . Whitby (cox .),

2 N . L . Crumbie,

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) 3 A . Linn, R . Garwood (stroke) f E . C . Cadman (cox .) .

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The latter was about the worst boat ever seen at the School races, not even keeping time, and produced no race at all . The winners were well together . SENIOR HOUSE FOURS.

First Heat. Mr . Gilbert's House. The Day Boys. W . A . Hudson (bow), W. M . Carter i . (bow), 2 J . A. Easten, 2 A . Crosthwaite, 3 R. C . T . Laybourne, beat 3 G . R . Cook. II . T. B. G. Chilman (st .), Whytehead (stroke), E . Mortimer (cox .), E . Cadman (cox .), Won easily, Whytehead again setting a very dead stroke, and being rowed out at the Scope . Bow and two in the winning boat did not do too much work. Final Heat . The School House. K . E . T . Wilkinson (bow), 2 S . O . Bingham, 3 F. Mitchell, beat Mr . Gilbert's House. H . G . Metcalfe (stroke) H . B . Whitby (cox .), The School House went away very fast, having the inside station, and were a length ahead at the Ings Ditch : still gaining they took their opponent 's water at the Scope, and, though Chilman and Laybourne worked hard, held them well in hand and won . The winners were a distinctly good boat, rowing very well together, and being well stroked by Metcalfe. THE SCHOOL v. THE O . P . CLUB. Owing to the sudden breaking up of the School this race was put forward from Wednesday to Friday, April 12th . The Old Boys were not able to get a crew together before Tuesday, on which evening they went out for the first time i accordingly they were short of condition. The School did not often get out, but three of them being in the School I-douse boat together went a long way towards a good combina_ tion . The crews were as follows st . lb . The O . P . Club . st . lb. The School . 10 11 R . D . C . Rose (bow) . . 10 7 S . O . Bingham (bow) . . II 12 2 P . E . Lord 2 G. II . Chilman . . . . 10 12 3 H . W . Rhodes I1 5 3 F . Mitchell . . lo 12 J . H . G . Wilson (stroke) . . Ir I II . G, Metcalfe (stroke) .. 98 A . S . Rose (cox) . . . . 10 2 H. B . Whitby (cox .) . . . . 7 12 The O. P . boat thus averaged about 91bs . per man heavier than the School, but gave away 321bs . dead weight in the matter of coxes . The School had the inside post, and from an excellent start drew away a little, as was expected . The Old Boys then got the current and drew

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up, and were a quarter of a length behind at the Ings Ditch, and just about level at the gate . Rounding the Scope they were rowing very dead, while the School were as game as possible, and working very hard they actually gained half-a-length in getting round the bend . A little past the Ferry the oars overlapped, but by a miracle failed to touch. Whitby sheered off and lost a little ground . The Old Boys had now waked up a little, and no difference took place in the position of the boats until just before the Corner . The School still kept their halflength lead, and excitement on the banks was tremendous . At the Corner the O . P . stroke, in answer to frantic exhortations from the cox, quickened slightly and began to draw up, aided by the current, shooting the bridge nearly a length ahead, the first time his boat had been in front. Then a barge drove them out of their course, and there was again danger of a foul, but the School just failed to get up . They, however, came again after Marygate, but the O . P . crew, rowing for all they were worth, succeeded in keeping ahead and won by half-a-length. It was one of the finest races in the annals of the School : r miles and never daylight between the boats . Too much praise cannot be given to the School boat ; Metcalfe stroked most excellently, rowing long and lively, and he was finely backed up by the others . They were perhaps expected to outlast the other crew, but probably their great effort round the Scope had taken too much out of them . The O . P. boat we will not venture to criticize, except to say that the cox quite counterbalanced his weight by knowledge of , the course and cheering exhortations . In fact both steersmen did excellently, and the danger of a foul was owing to their keenness . Mr. Wightman of the O.U.B .C . Trials started the race and acted as umpire. The Scratch Fours were rowed on the day previous ; ten boats entered and the following won :—Bingham (bow), (2) Ilowgate, (3) Laybourne, Hood (stroke).

CRICKET PROSPECTS (1889). HE outlook for this season is fairly hopeful : of last year's eleven,

T which was a by no means brilliant one, Mitchell, Metcalfe,

W . Carter, Crowther, and Hudson are still available . These include three of last season ' s bowlers, and one or two very fair bats . Two or three other fellows, who played in some matches last year, ought by

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this time to have improved into useful cricketers . Batting again, we think, will be the weak feature of the team, and to this point all the old members of the eleven and all the candidates will do well to pay particular attention . In practice at the net, listen to what the professional says to other fellows as well as to yourself, and don't, as soon as your " ten minutes " is over, think you have nothing more to do with the game, except to throw a ball up occasionally when it chances to come your way . In this way, if you are a batsman, you will learn how to cure some of your own faults ; and if you are a bowler, to recognise weak points in a batsman . The eleven, as a whole, should try a more careful style of play than has been the fashion at St . Peter's for two or three seasons : this lesson it should have learnt from Durham and Ripon Schools last year, whose victories were owing not so much to superior cricket ability as to the great care taken by each batsman . Perhaps the game would not be so interesting to spectators ; but fellows at school ought not to be expected to score like players of many seasons ' experience, and if they try to do so the result is generally disastrous to everyone but their opponents. " Slogging" at anything and everything should be sternly put down : nothing is so infectious, and nothing ruins a team more . And now for the bowling and fielding ; these ought to prove strong points. W . Carter, Mitchell, and Crowther, with careful coaching, should be very destructive . Here, again, we would caution fellows against attempting too much : if a fellow is a fast round-arm bowler, let him content himself with being a fast round-arm bowler ; and if a slow over-arm, then a slow over-arm ; and not try to be the one one ball and the other the next, and neither the third . The fielding last year was good on the whole ; we hope this will be maintained, for many matches can be won by good fielding alone . In conclusion, we wish the eleven better luck than last year. CRICKET FIXTURES. DATE.

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Mr. Whittams XI. Ampleforth College York Revellers Yorkshire Gentlemen N . R . Asylum . . St . George's College Ampleforth York Revellers . . Old Boys . . Ripon School .. Durham School . .

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THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. HE Editors beg to apologise for several printers' errors in the list

T of members of the Old Peterite Club in the preceding number, and herewith endeavour to rectify several errors and omissions : Crawshaw, G .E . . . . Warnsworth House, Doncaster Faussett, Rev . R . T . E . St . Cuthberts, York Greener, M . J. . . . 85, Gresham St ., London, E .C. Haigh, C . . .. . . . r, Elm Court, Temple, London , . . . St . Catherine 's College, Cambridge Hopkins, A . I. Huffam, L. W. Bootham Stray, York Newbery, W . J. E .I U .S . Club, 16, St . James' Sq ., London . . . Green Mill House, Retford Sharp J. Clarke, A . C . . . . . . . Emmanuel College, Cambridge

THE DEBATING SOCIETY. \VING to the diligence of our own shorthand reporters we are

U enabled to give our readers, as specimens, verbatim reports of two

of the debates held this term . The time of meeting has now been altered from Saturday evening to Tuesday at the same time . The alteration was made too late in the term for members to appreciate the advantages of it . The debates have on the whole been livelier and better than last year . The proposal to compel every member to speak once in three meetings aroused considerable interest, and induced several gentlemen, hitherto silent members, to express their opinions.

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Saturday. February 16th The subject before the House was "That the adoption of cremation as a mode of disposing of the dead would be universally beneficial ." Before the motion was proposed Mr . Barnby and Mr . K . Hudson were elected members of the society. Mr . LEAF then rose to propose the motion . He said : I bring for; ward this motion at short notice, for before last night I had not considered the matter at all. It is not a very pleasant subject on account of its extreme gruesomeness . I only know of two objections to this method of disposing of the dead. One is, that if it is adopted the facilities for detecting crimes will be much diminished ; if the remains are disposed of so effectually there will be very little to help people to find out poison . But this may be easily remedied by requiring a doctor's certificate for every body cremated . Many people think that cremation is an unchristian method of disposing of the dead . I think that it is not so . Originally there were only two methods of disposing of the dead, one was by burial and the other by burning ; and, now-adays, when the soil is used for building and is very scarce . and the cemeteries are so very crowded, burial is almost totally impracticable. It has been found out that the parts of the town where cemeteries are situated are 75 per cent. more liable to disease than any other . It is extremely dangerous to go near any such vicinity . The following arguments will hold water in favour of the motion :— A good deal more economy could be practised with regard to funerals ; at present the poorer classes have to impoverish themselves to a considerable degree for a funeral, but if the body were cremated the ceremony would be less public . Another argument is, that much ground now used for cemeteries could be put to much better use and to a much more necessary one in the existing state of affairs. Mr . MITCHELL, in seconding the motion, said : I suppose I must proceed according to the unwritten rule of this society to explain the disadvantages under which I labour, I know so little about the subject, and what little I do know has been most eloquently expressed by the proposer of the motion . A great argument in favour of cremation is that the Romans and Greeks were in the habit of cremating their dead. But I do not advocate the way in which they did it. They used to call together their friends and have a sort of feast, thus making a funeral an opportunity for jollification . Another thing is that a great many people believe that the shape which we have now will have something to do

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with the shape which we shall have hereafter . The Brahmins, a people of India, have dogs and other things burnt with them . If they were not afraid of being burnt why should we? I have great pleasure in seconding Mr . Leaf's motion. Mr . WILKINSON : There are one or two matters which I should like to object to. As regards the expense, I think the case for cremation has been rather spoilt by exaggeration . It seems to me that the expense of burning a body would be about the same as that of burying. Mr . Mitchell made some remarks about feasts being held in connection with funerals, of which he said he severely disapproved ; but it seems to me it is a very harmless way of spending one ' s life, and much better than many pursuits in which men spend their lives . As regards the healthiness of cremation, it surely is not dangerous even to go near a cemetery ; moreover, it has yet to be proved that the fumes from the cremation are not dangerous to anyone in the neighbourhood . It will be an ideal cremation in which we suppose the fumes not to be poisonous, and with this we must compare an ideal burial . I think that most of the objections to the present mode of burial are objections only to the mode in which it is carried out, and we might mend it by improving our method of burial. Mr . CHADWICK : I beg to propose as an amendment " That som e other mode of disposing of the dead would be advisable, not necessarily cremation ." It has been suggested that we should be converted into bricks and made into building utensils. Mr. Cook : I daresay some of you will remember, when this proposal was brought before the House before, the proposer said he had had no personal experience of cremation . I will not base my apologies on this, but I must say that I never intended to speak to night, but as no one seems ready to take up the opposition I have thrown myself into the breach . No stress seems to have been laid upon the matter of prejudice . It seems to have much to do with the question . Cremation does not seem to be a very respectful or reverential way of disposing of our fathers . Another thing is, when people see for the last time a person that is dead they have a pleasant remembrance of him ; but in the case of cremation, when they have him in a vase on their mantelpieces, they cannot have the same respect for the dead . So I hold that with proper precautions the present mode of burial is quite as good as the method of cremation .

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Mr. MITCHELL : I beg to oppose Mr. Chadwick ' s motion, for a wholesale slaughter might be instituted in order to get a lot of bricks. The choice lies distinctly between burial and cremation. Mr . CHILMAN : It seems to me, as far as pleasantness is concerned, that the present way of burial is much the better. 6ft, by eft . is not a great amount of ground to buy . It must be much nicer when dead to be laid quietly in the ground than to be put in a little silver case. There is a beautiful calmness about a burial, and no one could wish for a better termination to his life . Prejudice has much to do with the matter in this respect. The idea of a public oven, where great and small alike are put in to be cremated, is very offensive, and the present state of affairs is much nicer. Mr . WILKINSON : The method of disposing of the dead to which Mr. Chadwick alluded could not be so easily carried out as the other two . But, apart from that, it is far superior to any I have ever heard. Just think how beautiful it would be to see one ' s ancestors embedded in the walls of the house . How nice it would be for a man when playing tennis to see his great aunt, who had left him a fortune, in the form of a sun dial on the lawn . I heartily support Mr . Chadwick ' s amendment. Mr . CHADWICK begged to remind Mr. Wilkinson that he did not propose that method, he had only suggested that some other method might be proposed. Mr . Coox : There is another point to be mentioned I think, that is, that cremation would not be universally 'beneficial . I do not see the object of cremation in small towns and villages where there is plenty of room for burial . There would be no fear of infection where there was plenty of room for a cemetery at a distance from the habitations of the people. Mr. WHITTA1i : Not having heard what the proposer said I cannot back up his remarks . One great point in favour of cremation is, that the water in the neighbourhood of churchyards gets contaminated, and that would not be so if cremation came into vogue . If the body gets consumed and goes off iii the form of gases no contamination can arise . Another argument in its favour would be the saving of . room. There has been another suggestion once made, that of electro-plating the bodies. I cannot see that that would save room at all, but it is rather a striking idea and gives opportunity for discussion .

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Mr . LEAF, in replying, said : On reference to my notes I find that some objections have been raised to my motion, but none of them of great weight . To deal with the most weighty first—great stress was l aid on the fact that inconvenience would arise from a public oven . I think that inconvenience might be easily removed by anyone with any talent for arrangement . Another gentleman dwelt at great length on the pleasure of being laid quietly away in the earth . Why should it be better to be laid away quietly in the earth than to be laid away quietly in an oven, and get it over much more quickly . I think it is quite as respectful to burn people as to bury them, of course with due reverence and respect. It was objected that burial would be all right if we could find out an ideal way of burying . I think there are no possibilities of having an ideal burial on account of the lack of ground, but I think there are facilities for procuring an ideal cremation . One gentleman remarked that the danger attending churchyards and cemeteries was not so great as has been made out . But it has been proved, though I will not enter into details, as they are not of the pleasantest nature . It was also asserted that cremation was quite as dangerous from the noxious fumes ; but by using very high chimneys these fumes could be carried off without any danger. I maintain that cremation would be more satisfactory than burial for three reasons . Firstly, because it would be more healthy ; secondly, because it would save much room; thirdly, because it would be a much more reverential method of disposing of the dead. The PRESIDENT (dr. Handford) then said : Before I put the motion to the House I take this opportunity to say a few words about these debates . I think there is a little misapprehension as to the object of these debates . The purpose of our debating society is this, that we may all be able to get up on our feet and speak without betraying any nervousness or getting into confusion . I think you should bear in mind that we do not meet to teach anybody anything that he does not know, and I can assure you, as far as my experience in speaking goes, when one gets up to talk one speaks about half or two-thirds of the things one wishes to speak about and forgets the rest. Therefore do not think you ought not to get up if you have nothing new to say. The best speaker is he who can bring out what knowledge he has at his command ; it does not matter how learned you are, if it all flies out of your mind when you get up to speak . The President, having then read the motion and the amendment, went on to say : The duty of a

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chairman is, first, to put the question, whether the motion be amended or not ; next, whether the amendment be adopted or not. It was then put to the House whether the motion should be amended or not . The voting was—in favour of amendment, 6 ; against, 9. The motion was then put to the House . The voting was—for . 5; against, ro. The motion was therefore declared lost. On Saturday, February 23rd,

A motion was brought forward by Mr . Cow: : " That the Irish are totally unfit to rule themselves . " Before the motion was discussed Messrs . Peel i and Peel 2 were unanimously elected members. Mr. Coox then rose to propose the motion . He said : The motion I have to propose is that the Irish are totally unfit for Home Rule. The Irish have no regard for law or order, and are, therefore, unfit to make laws ; moreover, they show no disposition to aid law, but do their best to prevent the carrying out of justice . The chief leaders of the Irish party are in league with assassins . The character of the Irish nation ably supports my motion, being vaccillating and capricious in the extreme. Mr . CHILMAN seconded the motion, in a terse and eloquent speech. Mr . MITCHELL rose and said : Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Centlemen —There are a few points in the speeches of the proposer and seconder to which I must take exception . Mr Cook has compared the present state of Ireland to a football scrimmage . As far as my experience goes a well-organized scrimmage is a very nice piece of mechanism in all its details . He says that if the Irish people are left to themselves they might as well be governed by women ; but I think this is an unjustified insult to the sex, and, judging from the few ladies with whom I have been thrown in contact, I think they are just as capable of ruling as men, and have quite as much force in the long run . I think it has been well said that the boy is father to the man, and from that we may deduce that the past is father to the future ; and if we look back at the annals of the Irish we shall find that they have produced many men of genius, such as Swift, Burke, and many others ; and if the Irish were properly educated they might produce more Swifts and Burkes . In many parts of Ireland the education of the people is greatly neglected. Who knows but that some mute, inglorious Milton there may rest, some Cromwell, guiltless of his country's blood ?

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Mr . PADEL : It seems to me that if Ireland is to have its own rule it does not only require the genius of a few men, the populace must have a certain confidence in their rulers . It hardly follows that if there are a few clever men in a country that the people are capable of governing themselves . It requires something more than the presence of men of genius. Mr . WILKINSON : The proposer of this motion has said that the Irish people are totally destitute of law and order . I think this is a great exaggeration . It seems to me that under certain circumstances respect for law and order should be waived ; men who have rid their country of tyranny and despotism have transgressed the law in a most flagrant manner, and when the tyrants have been disposed of they have been prominent in their advocation of law and order . England has treated Ireland most shamefully, they have had most unjust laws to bear, and I think that accounts for their lawlessness . No doubt they have gone too far, but they are a high-spirited people, and I think there are great excuses for them . If this is the cause that has made them lawless, we have only to remove it to recall them to order . If they make the laws themselves their respect for the law will be revived. Mr . Cook accuses all the lower classes in Ireland of the most hideous crimes, but, I think, while the Parnell Commission is proceeding, he might reserve his accusations ; it is not the custom to make comments on a case whilst it is in course of being tried . I always thought that the Irish people were singularly gifted, and especially in eloquence . Mr . Cook seems to think otherwise, and he referred, as if he laid great stress on it, to the disorderly state of the Irish Law Courts ; but that is surely not the fault of the Irish people, the auditors in an English court of law would be unruly enough if they were allowed. Mr . LEAF : I must take exception to the remarks made by Mr. Mitchell on the similes used by the proposer of this motion . The similes were not in any way inapt, but they were taken in an invidious sense, which was quite unjustifiable. Mr. CHILMAN : There is one small point I should like to mention with regard to the horrible atrocities committed in Ireland during the past ten years . One great cause, I am sure, is the great ascendancy the Roman Catholic priests have in the country ; if they could be removed we might hope that the Irish people would become more settled and law-abiding than they are now.

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Mr. PADEL : In considering a question like this, you have to consider what course the Irish would pursue after having obtained Home Rule. If they showed their dislike to England when they got their own way it would be very disadvantageous to us to let them have it. Mr. WILKINSON : Mr . Chilman is very severe upon the Roman Catholic priests . He thinks if they were put out of the way all difficulties would disappear . I scarcely think history will support his view ; and as his only way to get rid of them would be to put them in prison, and if the Irish are what I think and hope they are, there would in that case be a rebellion at once ; he must look the problem in the face as it exists at present. Mr. LEAF : I think it is a fairly well known fact that the characteristics of the Irish and French people are very similar . The recent disturbances in France gives us a pretty clear insight into the capabilities of the French people for Home Rule, and I think it would be pretty fair if the Irish were allowed the same privilege. Mr . Coox, in replying said : Mr. Padel has saved me the trouble of proving why the Irish are not capable of self government . With regard to Mr . Wilkinson's statement as to the eloquence of the Irish, I think that a great supply of eloquent men would be rather a drawback than otherwise where the transaction of business was concerned . Mr. Wilkinson also said that the Irish had very unjust laws to bear ; but they are perfectly just, and are exactly the same as in England, except where boycotting and such like crimes are concerned . Mr . Wilkinson thinks that the reason why the Irish do not obey the laws is because they were very unjustly treated several centuries ago ; this is a very absurd reason to bring forward, for all nations treated each other like that in those times, and every man who possessed power used that power unmercifully . Mr . Wilkinson also said that if the Irish made their own laws they would be more willing to obey other laws . This reminds me of a sea captain who used always to take a book of the commandments out to sea with him, but always took care to erase the commandment " Thou shalt not steal ." My seconder made some remarks about the present state of the Irish people being due to the priests . The priests have lead their congregations to do anything, regardless of the laws of God or man . Care should be taken that no attempt to stop the course of law and order should be made by these priests . I think I have refuted all the arguments against my motion .

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The Chairman then put the motion to the vote . The voting was : For the motion, S . Against, 2 . The motion was therefore carried by a majority of 6. The Chairman having asked if the House had any business to to perform : Mr . Cook proposed that " The members of this society be compelled to speak once in three times ." Mr . Mitchell seconded. Mr . Wilkinson asked what was to be done if the members proved refractory . He said that the only punishment they could inflict on them would be to expel them, and as they would still have the right to come in as juniors, the sentence of expulsion would not terrify them very much. Mr . Chilman said that as there was such a very small number of members, it would not be advisable to take such stringent measures. Mr . Leaf begged to remind Mr. Wilkinson that members of this society, if expelled, would not be allowed to attend its Meetings. They would have forfeited that right by what would be called bad conduct. Mr. Padel asked if this was to include the reporter. Mr . Wilkinson sail he thought it would be better to have silent members in the room than to have their numbers so seriously reduced. Mr . E. W . Clarke proposed as an amendment " That the matter be adjourned . " Mr . Garland seconded the amendment, and Mr. Metcalfe sup p orted it. The question of the adjournment was then put to the vote, and carried by a majority of 3. Mr . Leaf asked the members of the society to try and persuade people to take a greater interest in the society. He said the numbers were smaller than he had never known them before, and he did not think it was due to their being fewer members, but to the lack of interest taken in it. Mr. Carter 2 was proposed as a member by Mr. Mitchell, and seconded by Mr . Cook, and unanimously elected . Mr. Hudson was proposed as a member by Mr. Chilman, and seconded by Mr. Cook. Some rather confused objection was raised against the election of Mr . Hudson, so that the Chairman put it to the vote, and Mr . Hudson was elected by 3 votes to 2 . Messrs . Carter 2 and Hudson were elected members of the society.

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On Saturday, March 16th, Mr. Wilkinson moved ` That the game of Football is carried to injudicious lengths . " Mr. Clarke seconded. The following spoke : In favour—Mr . J . H . G. Wilson, Mr . Naylor, Mr . Chilman, and Mr . Leaf. Against--Mr . G . R . Cook. On March 3oth, Mr . Padel proposed "That the adoption of the decimal system into England would be advantageous . " Mr . Naylor seconded . Mr. Williams and Mr. Cook opposed the motion, and, amongst others, Messrs . Howgate, Raine, Crowther, and Snowden spoke. On April 13th, Mr. Naylor proposed " That the verdicts of insanity returned in cases of murder are far too frequent ." Mr . Padel seconded. There was no opposition, and the attendance was very small.

NOTES AND ITEMS. A . L. BIRD has passed the London University Matriculation. H . THOMPSON has obtained an open Exhibition (value Trinity College, Cambridge. G . H . CHILMAN

Zoo) at

has gained an open Scholarship (value £4o) at

Durham University. ROYAL ARTILLERY

Capt . A . J . MONTGOMERY to be Major—Gazette. REV . PIPON BRAI'PHwAITE, Vicar of St . Luke's . Jersey, has been appointed to the living of Andover. CLIFFORD ALLL'GrI', Esq ., M .I) ., has been appointed a Commissioner

in Lunacy. A . 1' . POLLARD (late Head Master of the High School, Oxford) has been appointed to the Vice-Mastership of Manchester Grammar School. THE REV. CANON FAL'SSETT has given two very interesting lectures to the sixth and fifth forms, on the subject of Ancient Ballad Poetry, the first of them with special reference to Homer. MR. HERBERT TOMLINSON, second son of W. TOMLINSON, F.R.A .S .,

of Sandown, and formerly a Master at this school, has been elected to the Fellowship of the Royal Society .

NOTES AND PIEMS. 43 2 WE have to congratulate our schoolfellow, A . Crosthwaite, on the elevation to the Suffragan Bishopric of Beverley of his father, the Venerable Archdeacon Crosthwaite, whose kindly interest in the school we have reason to value so highly. MR . P . E . LORD, who temporarily assisted in the work of the 6th Form

and C . & M . Department, has been appointed to a Mastership at Heversham ; his place has been taken by Mr . C . M . MILLER, B .A ., Pembroke College, Cambridge, 1st Division, znd Class, Classical Tripos, 1887. THE Old Boys' Match will be played as usual on Commemoration Day (June 29th) . Old Boys who wish to play are requested to send in their names to H . G . Metcalfe as soon as possible.

Editors of the Peterite would be greatly obliged to any Old Peterites who would be kind enough to provide them with any information they may come across with reference to Old Boys for publication in the Magazine, or with a view to ascertaining their whereabouts in connection with Old Peterite Dinners, etc. THE

3bituarv. ON TIIE 4TI-I OF MAY, AT BOURN VICARAGE, NEAR CAMBRIDGE, JOHN

MAJOR STEPHENSON,

AGED JUST TIIREE, YOUNGEST CHILD OF TI-IE REV. H . M . STEPHENSON .

THE

PET[RI Vol, . IX .

JULY, 1889 .

i. No . 81.

COMMEMORATION DAY. I' . Peter's day was celebrated with the usual ceremonies and

S festivities.

In the morning divine service was held in the School Ch $pel, which was decorated for the occasion with choice floral delicacies by Mrs. Handford, Mrs . Yeld, Mrs . Gilbert, and the A] xoe Naylor and Scargill, the plants being chiefly lent by Dr . Hingston . The clergy taking part in the service were the Dean of York, the Ven . E . Barber, Archdeacon of Chester, Foundation Scholar of the School in 1856 and Exhibitioner in 186o ; the Rev . G. T . Handford, M .A . ; the Rev . C. R . Gilbert, M .A . ; the Rev . W. O . F . Campbell, and the Rev . G . H. Hewison, M .A . The service opened with the hymn " Disposer Supreme ." The Dean read the prayers and the Ven . Archdeacon took his place in the pulpit, the choir singing as an anthem " 0 God, whose awful praise is sung," The Archdeacon preached an appropriate sermon, taking for his text, " When thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren ."—Luke xxii ., 32 . He said that the text had a special application to a public school, for that was a little world in itself . As in the greater world outside there were ever those who by position and influence, or by force of character, commanded the attention of their fellows, and became their leaders and their guides, so were there those in such an institution . The words "strengthen thy brethren " might be addressed with peculiar emphasis to the senior boys, who had it in their power to influence those younger than themselves . They were called upon to do all they could to form a wholesome public opinion, to discountenance all that was dishonourable, ungentlemanly, and vicious, to stamp out all that was low, and to be the leaven that should leaven the whole school . The tone of the school must depend in a great measure upon them, upon their words as well as upon their

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actions, and upon the tone of the school depended also in a great measure the future life, nay, more ! the eternal welfare of those who were passing through it . Character was moulded in school life in a marked degree, and the impress would be gained by a boy far more from his fellows than from his masters . Thirty years ago it was his privilege to occupy the most important position in this school which it was possible for any boy to hold, and how vain now were his regrets that he did not then do more to strengthen his brethren. He therefore enforced, with added emphasis, upon those who now occupied that place the lesson of his text . He bade them aid the defenceless and the weak, stand up for that which was just and true and pure, speak friendly words to those who needed them when first they experienced the strange world of school life, and cause no unnecessary pain by shafts of ridicule or taunting words or hard blows. They were to be their brothers' keepers ; and he bade them look to Christ for guidance and for help to fulfil the lesson of the text . At the close of the sermon the Dean offered up the brayer for the Church Militant and pronounced the benediction, which brought the service to a close. The offertory was on behalf of Bishop Ridley 's (New Caledonia) Fund, the Universities ' Mission to Central Africa, and the Emigration Fund of the York Industrial School for Boys, the last named being the home charity to which Mr . Handford has determined to devote the offerings of the school . The 7th Prose from the York Processional was sung as an anthem . Mr . Sample officiated at the organ, and the choir, with a complement of day boys, sang well and heartily . At the luncheon afterwards at the School House the Head Master entertained his colleagues, the Dean of York and Lady Emma Purey-Cust, the Yen . Archdeacon Barber, Canon and Mrs . Raine, Mrs . Veld, Mrs. Scargill, Mrs Gilbert, Mrs . Campbell, the Past and Present Elevens, and the Captain of the School. In the afternoon Mrs . Handford received a numerous company in the cricket field, where the match versus the Old Boys was proceeding. The weather, which was awful last year, and even compelled the spectators to take refuge in the school buildings, was all that could be desired . An account of the victory of the School will be found in another column .

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ENTLE reader, your correspondent relies on your often-tried

G clemency to allow him to draw once more on that trite wellseasoned subject—the weather . For once we may say that so far the meteorological conditions have been all that could possibly be desired, and—for there is no rose without its thorn—even more so ; witness the bumpy wickets and parched cricket grounds . Consequently, there has been moderate facility for getting in cricket practice, and the result will be apparent on another page in the comparative success which has attended the XI.'s efforts . We have to regret, however, the stoppage of several interesting matches towards the beginning of the term— notably that with Ripon Grammar School, Durham, two against St. George's (Harrogate), am:1--x nnrrrfirer - against St: —Gecrrge's Collcgc, -Ila 1 4tc ; owing to an outbreak of measles in the School House, which, notwithstanding every possible precaution being taken to prevent such occurrences, were imported in a most careless and casual manner just after the Easter Holiday. It is our interesting duty to report a complete—we were going to say revolution—reform which has been carried out respecting the once august and otiose Civil and Military Department . ' The Civil ' has been split up and consigned to the various forms, each of which has now a modern side . We are sure of the tears of its quondam members being added to ours, while we lament the demise of the once popular and flourishing institution, 'The Civil and Military Department .' The Dean and Chapter are also offering this year a Scholarship, open to the members of the modern side, on the same conditions as the Classical Scholarships, of .4- 15 a year for two years, which will we feel sure infuse fresh life into the proceedings of its representatives A flagstaff has been erected on the hill opposite the entrance near the School House, and in such a position that it can be seen from Bootham, on which, on matches and other red letter days a blue and white flag is hoisted ; this, together with small flags which mark the boundaries on the cricket ground, add greatly to the tout ensemble of the field on match days. We had almost omitted to mention that this is the gift of Mrs . Handford. Apropos of cricket, we may mention that it has been remarked by those whose long acquaintance with the School entitles their opinion to

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consideration, that never in the course of their connection with it has the fielding of the XI . been so consistently smart and accurate, and that the appearance of the field has never been so satisfactory. At the beginning of the term a boat consisting of Metcalfe, Mitchell, Chilman, and S . O . Bingham practised with a view to competing in the York Regatta ; but that was found to clash with a cricket fixture and so had to be abandoned . It was attempted to arrange—and in fact it was partially effected—a race between Durham and the School, but Durham were unable to put a boat on the river at the date we suggested, consequently this idea had to be given up. We may congratulate the School on the accumulation of honours which it is our pleasant duty to record—a list which we venture to state has never, at all events of late years, been exceeded . Thompson's success, for which we heartily congratulate him, is perhaps unique for a longer period than we feel competent to vouch for.

OXFORD LETTER. HE Summer Term was ushered in by a spell of glorious weather.

T and has died away in a halo of glory . It is, however, the duty of a poet and not of the editorial pen to describe the beauties of the famous town of Oxford . The summer eights have of course been the feature of the term . Better rowing than that between B .N .C . and New has seldom been witnessed. The latter were by far away the strongest boat, and it was only the indomitable pluck of the B .N .C . stroke, hent, that enabled them to remain ahead . The top boats were really far above the average. As nearly all the New men will be in residence next term the prospects of the Varsity crew are decidedly rosy . St. Peter' s was represented in three boats : W . G . Wilson rowed 6 in the Worcester boat, W . Cobb manned the 3 thwart in the Hereford crew, and J . H . G . Wilson officiated in a similar capacity among the Queen's contingent . O . W. Whiteman, who will be remembered as acting as referee in the O .P. race, also rowed 7 for Exeter, and made four bumps, and but for bad luck would have gone up every night. In the cricket field the School has not shone, its shining light, H . W . Rhodes, preferring to transfer his energies to legal studies instead of rattling up centuries, breaking wickets, and maiming batsmen . The Varsity XI. has probably never been so bad before . H . R . Jardine was the only

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prominent freshman up, and has turned out the most reliable batsman in the team . Football, which had almost been forgotten, was brought before the University world by a proposal to establish a Rugby Cup. A meeting was held to consider the question . After an animated discussion, in which the only Peterite present took a prominent, we may almost say virulent part, prejudice triumphed, and the proposal was rejected. The festivities of Commemoration proceeded on the even tenour of their way . Various balls took place, Worcester, amongst other colleges, having decided to give the numerous fair dames who have flocked era masse to the ancient city an opportunity of displaying their waltzing abilities. The past term has only had one drawback . The proctorial system has long been a nuisance, but these last few weeks has out-Heroded Herod . Never have proctors been so abnormally active . Not a few young gentlemen have been relegated to the joys of the country . The Schools have come and gone . A . Wade, W. G . Wilson, C . Cobb, and H . W . Rhodes have all essayed their torments . It has been well said that Oxford without schools would be Paradise . The serpent has R. verily entered therein ; who will crush it?

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. E find ourselves unable conscientiously to complain of the too

W great importunity of Peterite editors of these latter days in the matter of Cambridge letters, and so though deprived of our pet grievance, with a benediction on their heads for past mercies, we begin our task. For the last few days Cambridge has been in full enjoyment of the May week delights, consisting mainly in the appearance of examination lists, in "having one's people up," and the May races, probably so called from the fact that they always take place in June, on the same analogy as that by which a certain mariner was familiarly known as "Italian Bill," the reason as set forth by one of his fellows being— "Course we call him Italian Bill, why his father was a Frenchman and his mother a Swede ." Disregarding their title, let us take the races first . As was thought likely Third Trinity caught Trinity Hall on the

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first night and went ahead, a position which they found no difficulty in retaining, while the Hall had to give way on the third night to First Trinity, who finished second . Of the boats in which Peterites were engaged Pembroke with Crawshaw at bow was, early in practice, considered one of the best, if not the best boat, but they subsequently fell off, and suffering one bump descended to fourth place . Selwyn, stroked by Hutchings, did great things, rising every night and mounting from the second division to a more or less secure position in the first. Hopkins, our only other representative, ably coxed St . Catherine's, but there must have been a little something wanting in the rest of the crew, as they ultimately carried off the wooden spoon of racing matters. Our own correspondent may be expected to give his own special opinion on cricketing matters, which, when the veil of anonymity is drawn over his personality, is as good as any one elses . At the beginning of the term and during the triposes, which drew off some of our best men, the 'Varsity matches did not show us up to any great advantage, but in the meeting with Yorkshire two innings of over 200 runs a piece were played, the runs on the two occasions being got by different men, which would seem to prove that batting power is not lacking. In the bowling line we have four reliable men, though Woods, to judge by results, is not in quite such form as last year. We are not aware that there are any cricket doings of O .P . 's to relate; now that Lord has left us, we believe we are right in saying that the well-rolled field knows none of our number. Three O .P ' s . take their degrees this June, and four are going down for good. We anxiously await the result of numerous scholarships . X.

BOATING AND FOOTBALL ACCOUNTS.

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BOATING ACCOUNTS FOR 1889. RECEIPTS .

EXPENDITURE .

s. d. Hill's bill for 1887-88-89 4 7 0 13 1 0 Prizes . . . Rent of field oro 0 0 2 6 Banker's draft ... 0 2 0 Postage 18 Balance

... 9 3

Subscriptions

s . d. 5 6

27 5 6 FRANK MITCHELL, Captain of Boats.

FOOTBALL ACCOUNTS. 'Subscriptions

s . d. £ s. d. 6 Ripon 1 :8 6 10 . . . 30 2 2 6 Doncaster . . . 2 0 0 Pocklington ... 2 1 3 Bradford . . . Hawcridge (Footballs) . 3 0 0 Binks (Footballs, &c .) 3 5 o Raper and Pulleyn . . . i o 3 Challenge Cup Subscrip3 0 0 tion . . . Match Cards 2 16 6 0 2 0 New Rules Leeds (Challenge Cup Business) Notices (Herald) Umpires' Flags . . . Balance

16 0 o 3 0 o z 6 8 4 o 0

/30 I J

CRICKET. 44 0

CRICKET. v. BRADFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL. HIS, our first match, was played on our own ground . We were

T favoured with a lovely day, and the wicket was fairly hard—a

very rare occurrence last season . Very few of last year ' s colours are left with us, so the XI . was principally composed of new blood. Unfortunately we were without the help of W . M . Carter, a bowler of last year's reputation and of much promise . Our opponents, winning the toss, batted first . No one was able to make any stand against Crowther and Metcalfe, except Ellis . Crowther succeeded in bringing off the hat trick, and he ought to prove a valuable bowler . Our first attempt was marked by the first-class innings of Wellburn, who, after making 53 by good sound cricket, was unfortunately run out . Keeling bowled very well for Bradford, and often beat our batsmen . Thanks to Keeling our opponents reached 70 in their second innings We finally scored a victory by 9 wickets ; Mitchell knocking off the required runs in fine style . ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. 1st innings . F . Mitchell, h Speight

12 3

H . D. Naylor, b Myers . . H . G . Metcalfe, b Myers . .

2nd innings. not out . .

.. ..

b Libbey

F . Wellburn, run out

not out . .

F . C . Crowther, c Ellis, b Speight . . W. A . Hudson, b Myers . .

F . M . Bingham, c and b Munro J . O. Garland, c Ellis, b Munro

1 13 t

H . B . Whitby, run out

o .. 3

Extras

Total BRADFORD Ist innings.

. .

Total (for 1 wkt) 15 GRAMMAR SCHOOL. 2nd innings.

Ellis, st Mitchell, b Metcalfe

12 c Howgate, b Mitchell

Myers, b Crowther

7 c and b Mitchell

t 0

E . V . Howgate, b Munro . . S . O . Bingham, not out Extras

. . I 31

Speight, b Crowther Murgatroyd, run out . .

c Howgate, b Crowther

. . o

c Naylor, b Crowther . .

.. r

Libbey, b Crowther

o not out

. .

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Wright, c Wellborn, b Crowther Munro, b Metcalfe

o c Vellburn, b Crowther

Keeling, not out .. Sugden, b Metcalfe

I b Crowther ..

•

Mercer, b Metcalfe .. Thompson . c \Vellburn, b Crowther ..

8 b Mitchell .. • . . I b Crowther . . o b Metcalfe

o b Crowther ..

Extras . .

Total

Extras

.. Total ..

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Ist innings. Runs . Wkts . F . Mitchell

Overs .

Mdns. Bowled.

. .

H . G . Metcalfe F . C . Crowther

. .

• •

. .

9 '1 7

••

F . C . Crowther

2nd innings. .. 14 . .

F . \Vellburn . .

. .

6 0

.11 3

2 1

. . . .

3 o

H . B . Whitby H . G . Metcalfe

. .

F . Mitchell

. .

I 19 . . 3 . . 11 . . 6 . . I F . Wellborn bowled a no-ball . H . B . Whitby bowled a wide. ..

v. DONCASTER GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match was played on the School ground, on May 21st . The School Captain won the toss, and elected to bat on a hard and fiery wicket . He took \Vellburn with him to the wickets, and the pair ran up 25 before Vellburn was yorked by Brundell . Hudson did not afford much trouble to the scorers, but when Crowther came in the score was rapidly taken to 76, when Mitchell had to leave . He gave a hard chance to cover point before scoring, otherwise his innings was played without a mistake. Metcalfe hit about vigorously and knocked up 34 by some very clean hitting . Bingham added 12 when the innings was declared at an end . Crowther 's 20 was perhaps the most correct innings of the game . Those who had an innings shewed more dash than is usual in the School batting. Little need be said of the Doncaster innings, except that they helped to raise the bowlers ' averages . Their fielding was fair . ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, b Brundell . .

. .

F . \Vellburn, b Brundell

. . ..

W . A . Hudson, b Brundell

.. ..

. .

. . 56 .. 8 2

CRICKET. 44 2 . . F. C . Crowther, b Close H . G. Metcalfe, b Brundell . .

. . 20

. .

F . M . Bingham, not out J . O . Garland H . D . Naylor E. V . Howgate

to bat.

S . O . Bingham H . B. Whitby Extras -134

Total (for 5 wkts) DONCASTER GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Freeman, c Garland, b Metcalfe C . Close, c Naylor, b Metcalfe . .

1st innings. . . ro

2nd innings. c Metcalfe, b Naylor

.. o

c and b Naylor

R. Brundell, run out . .

.. I .. o

c llowgate, b Naylor . . .. b Naylor

.. o

b Mitchell

. . 6

.. 1) Naylor . . c Crowther, b Mitchell

Blake, b Crowther England, c Naylor, b Crowther Somerset, not out Hepworth, st Mitchell, b Wellborn . .

o 2

Hanson, b Crowther . . H . Close, b Crowther . . Turner, b Wellborn .. P . Brundell, b Wellborn

b Mitchell b Mitchell

Extras . .

Total

not out ..

0 . .

. .

b Mitchell Extras

.. ..

Total . .

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Ist innings. Runs. Wkts . Overs. Mdns. Bowled. F. C . Crowther H . G . Metcalfe F . \Vellburn . . F. Mitchell

. .

4 2

3•• 2nd innings.

S ..

. .

3'4 • •

2 4 I

3 0 2

TI . .

•• ..

. .

9 5

••

H . D. Naylor H . D . Naylor bowled a wide.

v. NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. On May 23rd. Mitchell again won the toss, and chose first innings on a wicket with

a greasy top, which was consequently rather fast . \Vellburn again accompanied him, and the score was taken to 34 before Mitchell played

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on to Cundall . His 23 was very vigorous ; it included one 4 and six 3 'S . After this no one made much of a show until nine wickets were down for 50, when Whitby joined Naylor . The pair shewed very good cricket, Whitby especially being very dashing : he deserves great credit for his very plucky innings ; and no less can be said of Naylor, who is about as energetic and persevering as it is possible to be . The score reached IoI, out of which Naylor, Whitby, Mitchell and the never failing extras contributed 83 . What have the other eight to say? Two-and-a-quarter runs apiece ! The School went out into the field after a shower of rain, Crowther and Metcalfe facing Twineham and Tate . Runs came quickly, and at 21 Wellburn was put on and bowled Twineham in his first over . Law was next, and another stand was made, in consequence of which Mitchell came on and bowled Tate, which brought the call of time . The school fielding was good . The bowlers had not a fair chance owing to the greasy state of the ball. ST. PETER'S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, b Cundall F . Wellborn, c and b Nicholson . . .. W . A. Hudson, c Muchall, b Nicholson F . C . Crowther, run out . . . . .. H. G . Metcalfe, b Nicholson . . F . M . Bingham, b Nicholson J . O . Garland, b Nicholson . . H. D. Naylor, not out . . . . E . V . Howgate, b Cundall . . . . S. O . Bingham, b Cundall . . . . H. B . Whitby, c Law, b Cundall . . Extras . . . . Total

NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. Twineham, b Wellburn . . C . Tate, b Mitchell .. J . S. Law, not out E . S . D . Carter 1 E . Glaisby NV. Smith T. Atkinson } to bat. T . Leckenby H . F . Cundall W. R . Nicholson II . Muchall J Extras (Total for 2 wkts.)

.. 9 .. 4 .. 4 .. o ..o .. 1 . . 20 ..o ..o . . 27 . . 13 . . 101

. .

. . 46

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444

BOWLING ANALYSIS.

F. C . Crowther

Runs.

Wkts.

. .

Overs.

Mdns.

Bowled.

.. . .

II . G. Metcalfe

. .

o o

F. Wellburn . .

. .

3'3

••

. .

F. Mitchell

. .

v . YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. The School opened the batting with Mitchell and Wellburn to the bowling of Bramall and Fox . Mitchell at once began to hit, and got 13 out of the first r8, at which total Wellburn was lbw to Allcock, who had gone on vice Fox . Hudson was next, and was run out at 26; on Crowther joining Mitchell a little more life was put into the game, and the score travelled to 45, when Mitchell, who had made 31, was bowled in trying to pull Garforth. Crowther made a useful ro and went the way of all men . Garland's 9 was also good . Again the noble eight made 21 . They are about to raise their average to three each . The innings closed for 71 . Mention must be made of the really splendid catch at square leg which dismissed F . M . Bingham . The Gentlemen opened their innings with Brogden and Jones, the former of whom was dismissed with the total at 7 . Cayley came in, and the School bowling had rather a rough time of it . The score was taken to 65 when Crowther bowled Jones, whose 19' included a splendid leg hit for 5. Mitchell then went on, and dismissed the next three batsmen in a short time, when rain put a stop to the game . The fielding was good, Garland and Whitby being especially good . Mitchell ' s wides were by far the most successful in the bowling way. ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. F. Mitchell, b Garforth . . F . Wellburn, lbw, b Allcock . . W . A. Hudson, run out . . . . F . C . Crowther, b Garforth H. G . Metcalfe, c Croft, b Garforth II . D. Naylor, b Wood

31 . .

••

4 ro 2

. .

J . O . Garland, c Bramall, b Garforth . . F . M. Bingham, c Fox, b Wood . .

9 5

H . B . Whitby, c Croft, b Wood . .

o I

E . V. Ilowgate, not out . . S . O. Bingham, b Wood

. .

Extras Total

. .

CRICKET .

445

YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. T . S. Brogden, b Crowther . . J. E. Jones, 13 Crowther

3 19

A . Cayley, c Wellburn, b Mitchell

C . J . Fox, c Crowther, b Mitchell

W . H. Garforth, c Wellburn, b Mitchell G . R . Croft, not out

5 3 0

J . R. Wood, not out E . R. Bramall E L . Haynes

to bat.

Capt . Allcock C . W . Baynes Extras

Total (for 5 wkts)

. . 86

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Wides .

Runs.

Wkts.

Overs.

F. C . Crowther

H . G . Metcalfe F. Waburn . .

o 4

14 II

3 6

F. Mitchell

. .

Mdns . Bowled.

v. LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match was played on June 8th, on the School ground, in lovely weather. Leeds won the toss and elected to bat . Before a run was scored Tannett was run out, and, after getting a single off Carter, Westcott was bowled by Metcalfe. Johnson scored 12 by steady play, and at lunch time the score was 45 for five wickets . After the interval three wickets fell rapidly at 55, but, thanks to the last two men, the score reached 77, Hodson making a splendid 20. Carter, who made his first appearance this year, took seven wickets for 40 . His great fault is that he sends down one leg ball, at least, every over . Crowther, made a splendid left hand catch at mid-off standing near in, and, on the whole, the fielding was good . Mitchell, as usual, was accompanied by Wellburn, and the score was raised to 9 when Mitchell was bowled for 7 . Crowther made but a single and let in Bingham . The latter, with Wellburn, shewed very good form, and they raised the score to 39 before Wellburn left for a very good 16 . Then came a collapse, five being down for 43 . Bingham however stayed and raised the score to 61 before he was caught at point. His 24 was a very plucky innings. The innings closed for 68 . The Leeds men came again in the same

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order, and were all dismissed for 51, Westcott making II and Thompson ro . Carter bowled well, taking six wickets for 22 . The fielding was very smart throughout the innings . An hour was left for play, the School requiring 61 to win . Mitchell and Metcalfe went first, and in three overs got 19 runs, when the latter was run out for a very useful I1 . Mitchell went at 24, having made 12 by some good hits . The next wicket fell at 27, and the excitement began to be great . Carter got 5, and then Garland and Naylor got together, and it was chiefly through their efforts that the School won . The winning hit was made by Naylor amidst great enthusiasm a quarter of an hour before time . Great credit is due to Naylor and Garland for the plucky way in which they played and ran. ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. 1st innings . F . Mitchell, b \Vest cott F . Wellburn, b Hodson

.. . .

. .

F . M . Bingham, c Westcott, b Johnson . . . .

. . 16 not out

F . C. Crowther, b Hodson H . D . Naylor, run out

2nd innings.

. . 7 lbw, b \Vestcott

.. . . 24 run out ..

2 not out

H . G . Metcalfe, c Johnson, b Tannett

o run out ..

W. A . Hudson, c Hill, b Tannett \V. M . Carter, b Tannett

3 o b Westcott

. .

J . O . Garland, lbw, b Johnson . .

6 run out . .

H . B . Whitby, not out

H . F . Chadwick, h Johnson

. .

3 o b Johnson

. .

Extras

Total LEEDS

Extras

. . 68 Total (for 6 wkts) GRAMMAR

o 13 62

SCHOOL . 2nd inning.:.

1st innings. W. A . Johnson, b Carter . . G . Tannett, run out

b Mitchell

c Hudson, b Carter

W . B . \Vestcott, b Metcalfe

R . A . Jones, b Carter H . D . Bousfield, c Carter, b Wellburn

c Whitby, b Carter b Mitchell . . . .

b \Vellburn

M . S . Hodson, c Crowther, b Carter

b Carter

7 8

c Bingham, b Carter .. c Wellburn, b Carter ..

F . B . Willey, c Naylor, b Carter G . P . Thompson, b Carter

. .

P . S . Burrell, b Carter .. E . G . Hill, c Garland, b Carter J . T . Hammond, not out . .

o 8

b Metcalfe

not out ..

c and b Carter

. .

Extras

Total

Extras . .

.. Total . .

CRICKET .

4-17

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Ist innings. Runs . W . M . Carter

II . G . Metcalfe F. Wellburn . .

.. . .

.. ..

F. C . Crowther . .

Wkts .

Overs . 15 6

3 2

7 I

. .

9 . . I3'I

3 4

40 14

• .

Mdns . Bowled. 1

2nd innings. F. Mitchell . . W . M . Carter

. . ..

14 22

F. Wellborn

. .

II . G . Metcalfe

. .

• •

2 6 1

• •

•

v. YORK REVELLERS. The School won the toss and went in on a rather fiery wicket. Wellborn and Mitchell were dismissed in two balls, and indeed no one save Crowther and Whitby did anything to the bowling of Barnett and Stephenson . The innings closed for the paltry total of 38, which we hope will be the lowest this season . The Revellers, thanks chiefly to Masterman and Brown, scored 77 . Carter bowled very well, but it is a great pity that he bowls so many leg balls . The School fielding was very smart . Mitchell achieved the unenviable distinction of a pair of spectacles . Wellburn played a very good innings for 20, and Metcalfe got to in about five minutes . While on the one hand we may tear our hair and throw dust on our heads for our wretched batting display, we may congratulate ourselves that we dismissed such a good batting team for 88 . ST. PETER'S SCHOOL. 1st innings . F . Mitchell, b Barnett F . Wellburn, c Barnett, b Stephenson F . C . Crowther, b Stephenson . .

2nd innings.

o c Masterman, b Colley . . . . o b Masterman to b Colley

o 20 7

F . M . Bingham, run out J . O . Garland, b Barnett

4 lbw b Dixon o b Dixon . .

o o

H . G. Metcalfe, c Spencer, b Barnett

o b Colley

H . D . Naylor, c Colley b Barnett . . W . A . Hudson, run out

3 c Brown, b Lawson

W. M . Carter, b Barnett . . H . B . Whitby, not out

S . O . Bingham, run out . . Extras . . Total

. .

not out not out . .

9 . . 1 )

to bat.

Extras

(Total for 7 wkts.) 55

CRICKET. 44 8 VORIC REVELLERS. II . Spencer, b Carter

R . Barnett, b Metcalfe J . Colley, b Metcalfe J . \V . Mastennan, c and b Car er .. \V . Brown, c Ni ylor, b Crowther . . J . W . Dixon, c Metcalfe, b Carter G. Dearlove, b Crowther E. Stephenson, b Carter

F. Spencer, c Crowther, b Mitchell \V . Wheatley, not out F. Lawson, b Carter

.. ..

Extras

. . Total

. . SS

BowLIxG ANALYSIS.

Runs .

Wkts .

W . M . Carter

H . G . Metcalfe

F . C . Crowther

F . Wellburn

F. Mitchell

Overs. Mdns .

Bowled.

. . 14 . 3 . .

. .

v . OLD BOYS. This match was played, as usual, on Commemoration Day . The day was all that could be desired ; the wicket was rather fast in consequence of the continued dry weather. The Old Boys won the toss and decided to bat first . Their team was more numerous than had been expected, for great difficulty was experienced in collecting the men . The batting of the Old Boys was not very formidable . Carter was the only one who gave much trouble; Hutchinson and Walker however played well for ro and IS respectively . Metcalfe bowled well, getting four wickets for q runs, while Mitchell got two for 7 . The fielding of the` School was smart and good all round . The Old Boys scored 86 altogether . The innings of the School opened inauspiciously, but Wellborn and Crowther improved matters, and Metcalfe made a good stand, hitting hard and well for 5 7 before he succumbed at last to the deadly " sneaks " of W. G . Wilson . Naylor stayed in a long time for a patient and careful 22, .and Howgate quickly knocked up 14 . The score of the School reached a total of 16o . The Old Boys then went in a second time and made

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exactly the same score as before . Hutchinson, Carter, and T . B . Lord were the most prominent . There was no time for Present Peterites to try their luck a second time, the School therefore won on the first innings . ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. F. Mitchell, b Carter

. . t

F . Wellburn, b Carter . . F . C . Crowther, c Carter, b Lord

. . t6 . . to

F . M . Bingham, c IIudson, b Carter

. . 5

H . G . Metcalfe, b W . G. Wilson . .

. . 57 . . 13

W . A . IIudson, b Carter II . D . Naylor, not out . .

H . B . Whitby, b Carter

. . o

J . O . Garland, b Hutchinson W . M . Carter, b Hutchinson . . E . V . IIowgate, b Carter Extras . .

. 2 . . 14

. . 19 . .

Total

. .160

OLD BOYS. 2nd innings.

1st innings. .. J . G . Wi l son, run out J . C . Walker, b Mitchell ..

c Hudson, b Metcalfe ..

E . S . D . Carter, c Mitchell, b Metcalfe .. T. B . Lord, b Mitchell ..

b Carter

b Mitchell b Metcalfe

12 24

run out ..

•

Rev. H . F . IIutchinson, lbw, b . Carter .. IV . G . Wilson, run out

c Whitby, b Carter

•

G. V . Birks, b Metcalfe

•

not out

C . E . Cobb, run out . .

•

b Crowther

. .

T . P. Clarke, b Metcalfe H. V . Hudson, c Whitby, b Metcalfe

c Crowther, b Carter

A . C . Clarke, not out . .

b Carter

c Mitchell, b Crowther

Total

14 Total . .

. . 86

BOWLING ANALYSIS. Ist innings. Runs. Wkts.

Overs. Mdns. Bowled.

W . M . Carter

. .

II . G . Metcalfe F . Mitchell . .

7 16

. . ..

2 o

F . C . Crowther

3 I 2 0

Extras

. .

3 o

.. . .

2 2 o

6 . . o .. t o 0 F . Wellbum . . F . Mitchell bowled two wides . F . Wellborn bowled a no-ball.

45 0

OLD PETERITE CLUB. 2nd innings. F . Mitchell

H . G . Metcalfe

W . M . Carter

. .

25 35

.. ..

. . I0

. . 14

F . C . Crowther

. . Si •4

THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. The following have since our last number become members of the O . P . Club. W. L . Crumbie, Ouse Lea, Clifton. E . B . Hicks, Easingwold. W . K. Procter, The Mount. J . L . Hingston, Clifton. E . S . D. Carter, Precentor's Court.

NOTES AND ITEMS. T . Clifford Allbutt, M .D ., F.R .S . . has been appointed a Deputy Lieul enant of the `Vest Riding of Yorkshire. Rev . J . H . Mallinson, M .A ., was, on St . Barnabas' Day, ordained Priest by the Bishop of Rochester. Alan Gray, of Trinity College, Cambridge, has taken the degree of Mus . Doc. L . E . Stephenson, B .A., Christ's College, Cambridge, has taken the degrees of M .B . and B .S. 1st Somersetshire Regiment : B. Palmes to be Major. Arthur Peters, B .A ., late Scholar of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, has passed the Solicitors ' Final Examination, held in June last. L . T . Crawshaw, of Christ's College, Cambridge, has taken the degree of Master of Law. R . Crosthwaite has been elected to a Mathematical Scholarship of £40 a year, at Pembroke College, Cambridge.

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T. P . Clarke, of Trinity College, Cambridge, has been elected to a Foundation Sizarship of Lroo for Classics. H . M . Young, of St . Catherine's College, obtained the Jarrett Scholarship for Theology, and also gained a Prize of Books. In the Classical Tripos, L . W . Wilsden obtained third class honours. H . Bloomfield was 13th junior optime in the Mathematical Tripos. A . I . Hopkins, of St . Catherine's College, Cambridge, gained a Prize of Books for Theology, and had his Scholarship continued. At the London University Athletic Sports G . V . Birks won the long jump : he also ran second in the 120 yards hurdle race, and obtained second place in putting the weight, and third in throwing the cricket ball .

THE

PET Vol, . IX .

• OCTOBER, ISS9 .

No . 82.

MISSIONARY NEWS. Through the kindness of the Rev . Cyril C . Child, the Secretary for the Northern Province of the " Universities' Mission to Central Africa," we have been able to receive some very interesting information with regard to hiungani--that district in their mission to which we ourselves are subscribers. The money we send goes to the fund for providing prizes for successful competitors in their examinations : but it is not expended in books, or even in other useful articles for prizes ; the money merely is given to them, for that is one of the only means by which a little may be put into their possession, not pockets—they have none . Besides this, it seems it is impossible to give them a weekly allowance, and they have no parents to whom they can look for money. (What a splendid idea for our school prizes-1st, a book ; 7/6 and 2/6 for 2nd and 3r(l. What competition there would be ! ) The subjects given for examination cover a wide area, and include those that would, we fear, appear at once difficult and dry to us. For ISS6, the following were the subjects :—(r) A Biblical Essay. (2) On Church Doctrine. (3) Public Reading in Swahili and English. ( :}) Arithmetic . (5) English : Translation and Re-translation . (6) Recitation in English . (7) An Essay in Swahili. The subject for this essay was one which we feel sure would be enough for, perhaps more than enough for, any of our " Lady Hastings' exhibitioners, viz , " How far is it good for African nations to be governed by Europeans ? The class of papers set in iSSS was much the same as in t SSG, but we might draw attention to some details . For instance, take the

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Doctrinal Essay, " What are the means of grace, ordinary and extraordinary ? " —a question which makes each editorial hair to stand up,— and then such as, " The respective advantages of government by one great chief or many lesser ones . " We wonder what the average of marks in these papers was ; the letter before us does not enlighten us, but we fancy the consciences of our readers will tell them what sort of a standard they would have attained to . Let us all be thankful we are neither Africans nor yet blacks of any description recovered from the oppressive thraldom of heathenish religions and customs ; recovered from the merciless yoke of the slavetrade, only to become subjected to the cruel and pitiless tyranny of such awful examinations and such awful questions. Perhaps the most interesting thing in the letter before us is the writing of the list of examinations . It is from the pen of one of the successful competitors, and for clearness and neatness nothing better could be desired . Nay, we feel sure any of us would be glad to be the possessor of a hand half so neat and readable . For how desirable and how needful a thing good handwriting is now, and yet how rare ! So much then for their work—now for a short peep at them in play-time. Their chief delight seems to be likened to that of David and other "gentlemen " of that date, viz , the combined sound of harp, timbre], sackbut, and other instruments of music represented by the more modern jew ' s harp, castanets, tin trumpet, fog horn, and bass drum. Truly a delicious consonance, and one which would form, and often does form, an irresistible attraction in our class rooms. Their second delight seems to be that of playing football, not, however, like us, in large unwieldly boots, but with feet absolutely bare— good gracious, what toes ! —what feet ! Fancy one of these feet, encased in a thick "K" waterproof boot, rising rapidly towards one from behind ! What an acquisition such a one would be for a monitor, or even the " boots " at an hotel ! Such then is the account we gather from the letters before us, and it will be pleasing to all to know that the little money we are able to give is employed to add to the pleasure and profit of the school-life of the boys at Kiungani .

TO OLD EBOR—CRICKET .

455

TO OLD EBOR. stood on the walls of old Ebor, at the close of a summer's clay, And watched the shin ing sunbeams on the grand old minster play ; They lit up her ancient towers and kissed each sombre side, 'Till it blushed 'neath their caresses with an answering glow of pride. I watched the silvered river into the city creep ; Flowing to hide for ever in the bosom of the deep. Then looked on the shady gardens where the abbey ruins stand: Is there a pleasanter prospect to be seen in all the land ? They talk of their costly buildings, praise up their modern towns, Old El,or . thou wast a city when they but fields and downs. IIas not the stately Roman moved in thy narrow street ? Ilas not old Ouse's bosom mi , rorel the Danish fleet? In truth, thou art a city cast in no modern mould, On thy face thou proudly nearest memories of clays of old. Proudly then I say it 'Wherever I may roam, Beneath old Yorks grey minster to be is `home, sweet home . '" BEARDOE.

CRICKET. V glancing back at last season 's cricket, we think the review ought

O to be satisfactory . As far as the weather was concerned we had all that could be wished for, except on one or two occasions . Perhaps the most pleasing feature to look at was the return of enthusiasm, which was entirely absent last year, and without which no game can be carried on successfully . On turning to the record of matches played, we find 5 won, 5 lost, and 4 drawn, a very fair exhibition . We think that the proportion of games won to games lost would have been more in our favour, if we had not been prevented from playing some of our matches on account of measles . Unfortunately in the number of games lost we find Durham (at home) and Ripon (away), matches which we should have felt most pride in winning. We hope that the fair measure of success which we have met with this year, may encourage us to strive after greater things next season . We must mention Mitchell ' s fine innings of 129 in our second match against the Yorkshire Gentlemen ; it was a really good performance, and we hope to see hull play havoc with our opponents' bowling next year. Our fielding on the whole was fairly satisfactory . But this is not enough . A school eleven should always excel in fielding, and we B

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must not be satisfied until we attain a high degree of perfection in this part of the game . Some of our eleven are really excellent fielders, but there are others who do not seem to realise the great importance of saving every run . " Sloping" after a ball and then tossing it in airily, often gives one ' s opponents an extra run, and sometimes a match turns on a single . Again, some of our eleven always persist in waiting for the ball, and on many occasions have we seen possible chances thrown away by doing this . To be a smart fielder one must learn to meet the ball and be able to pick up cleanly when we are ourselves in motion. The placing of a field is undoubtedly a task of considerable difficulty and requires considerable experience, but we think a little study of diagrams would work an improvement much needed in this way . The " off " side fielders seem to have a tendency to fall into a straight line, and thus lose their functions, ability to cover one another. Capability of judging runs seems to be totally lacking in many members of the eleven . It is not often that we have seen wickets thrown away through this, but the number of runs which have been lost, absolutely thrown away, has at times been appalling . We are inclined to think that this defect should be remedied in more carefully conducted practice games. We should like to see bowling cultivated more carefully than at present . To bowl a straight ball is no doubt a great thing, but not everything . Let our bowlers use their heads, watch the batsman to find out his weak points . Remember that a well-pitched ball to one man is not of necessity well pitched to another . Our fast bowlers are inclined to " peg" away at the wickets without the slightest regard for pitch . This may "come oft " at times, but not against a team with any pretensions to batting strength . Let our bowlers study A . G . Steel's article on bowling in " Cricket, " and be careful never to open with a loose short ball . Our professional this year, Brookes, has no doubt done good service in developing forward play, and he is certainly a good practice-bowler, but we think a man who is also a good coach should be secured for next season, if possible. Just a word about the juniors . If the cricket of the school is to rise to any degree of excellence the juniors must receive more attention. There is material now among the juniors to make a very good eleven ; take care that good use is made of it .

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CHARACTERS OF THE ELEVEN. F . MITCHELL (Capt .)—A first-rate bat, rather inclined to take liberties at the beginning of an innings, instead of having respect for the bowling until it' s weakness is found out . Often loses his wicket with a short-pitched ball . Keeps wickets very well indeed. H . G . METCALFE . — Fast right-hand bowler, very good at times, but often erratic . Ought to practice pitch and use his head a little more . A clean hitter, but almost invariably plays across. F . C . CROWTHER .—A steady bat . Should try to stand in a freer position. A good right-hand slow bowler, but has not quite fulfilled expectations . His long-pitched balls want a little more pace. W . CARTER . — GOOd slow bowler, left-hand, with considerable break. Good field . A poor bat at present. A . HuDsoN .—The straightest bat in the team, but very deficient in energy . Plays well at times . Very idle in the field. F .IVELLBURN .—Very steady bat, especially strong on " the on side ." Fair change bowler . Very good field. H . D . NAYLOR .—A very patient bat, the " Barlow" of the eleven. Should hit harder at loose balls . Fields well at point and is energetic generally. F. M . BINGHAM .—A very good bat . Plays in very good form, and is perhaps the prettiest bat in the eleven . Fair field. J . O. GARLAND .—An awkward bat . Generally loses his wicket through wild hitting. Should try to stand upright . Good hard-working field. H . B . 1VHITBY.—A very fair bat, ought to be very good next year. Has played very well at times . The smartest field in the eleven, really first-rate at " cover-point. " E . V . HowG ATE .—Very good "out-field," and very fair behind the wickets . A very poor bat. BO\'WING AVERAGES. Wiles . 9 3 0 0 0 0 1

Runs. AV- lets. Overs . Mdns . F . Mitchell, (Capt) 194 . . 22 . . 99 4 . . 27 H . G . Metcalfe . . 307 . . 35 . . 158'2 . . 50 W . M . Carter . . 448 . 47 . . 261 . 1 . . 41 F . C . Crowther . . 231 . . 23 . . 10S . . 25 F . \\'ellburn . . 10 . . 50'4 . . 7 . . 163 . . F. M . Bingham 23 .. 1 .. 5 . . 1 .. II . D. Naylor 70 . . 12 . . 41 . . 14

No Balls . 0 1

0 o 2 0 0

Average. 8 . 18 8'27 9 . 25 to I 16'3 5 5 . 10

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CRICKET.

BATTING AVERAGES. Total Runs . I Iighest Score . Times not out . No . of Inn . Average. F . Mitchell . (Capt .)

430

129

26'14

II . D . Naylor

. .

1 37

12'5

F . W ellburn

. .

171

Io n

If . G . Metcalfe .

197

1o'7

F . M . Bingham . .

121

*4)

S 1

W . A . Ifud.on . .

117

7'12

H, B . Whitby

. .

6 .6

J . O . Garland

101

6. 5

F. C . Crowther . .

5 . 11

45 25

II . F . Chadwick

S . O . Bingham . .

•1

J . A . Browne

W . M . Carter

. .

E . V . I Iowgate

ignifies rot out.

v . MR. AVHITTADI'S XI. Al York on June rrth, r&S9.

This match was played on June 11th on the School ground . Mr. Whittam's XI . batted first . The School began well, then displayed an unusual combination, a combination alas only of bad bowling and fielding . C . J . Fox batted very well at the beginning, and E . S . Cox and Mr. Yeld hit our bowling time after time out of the field, though we heard it remarked, and only fairly, that a ground so small as ours gave no chance to anything approaching slow bowling . Of our bowlers, Carter was the most successful, taking six wickets for 52 . The School did not make a great display in batting, all retiring for the poor total of 43 . But Hudson's innings was certainly a redeeming feature, his forward play being especially slrzkins-. It would only be fair to mention two or three pretty hits to leg made by Browne, who seemed likely to stay, when he was well caught by Mr . Miller . A follow on of course was the result, and the School fared somewhat better, though Mitchell and Wellburn were again unfortunate . Hudson a second time

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batted well, and Crowther played a patient and pretty innings before he retired, caught by Air. Whittam . Garland and Naylor made matters quite lively, when the former was unfortunately run out . Metcalfe followed, and after a few overs time was called, Naylor with his usual luck being not out . Experience, we know, is only gained by misfortune, and this snatch has given its a severe lesson—witness the scoring sheet, some 15 runs for 5 wickets, and then the sixth wicket falling at 51, and and the whole innings closing for 135 . This, we have hinted, was owing mostly to poor fielding and bowling . The great failin g being a decided want in the art of throwing in . The ball should be thrown in with a low straight action : this not only adds to the appearance, but is almost, we may say, the only means of throwing wit11 which one may expect to get a player run out . We think another point is noticeable, viz ., the foolish way in which our out-fielders wait to see if the batsmen are running . An out-fielder should throw in the ball immediately, and if possible, should throw a long hop, the height of the wickets . This observation is a mere matter of common sense, as the least hesitation in an out-fielder gives the batsmen time for another run . We do not wish to be accused of unnecessary grumbling, but we would merely point, out again, that bitter experiences such as these alone can teach us . Our fielding need never be better than it was in the Old Boys' Match, and should never be worse. DIR . WHITTAWS XI. J . L . Jones, run out J . Fox, c Crowther, b Dlitcbell

. .

Mr. Duller, c Whitby, b Carter C . Haynes, b Carter Rev . G . T . Ilandford, c & b Carter Dr. Law, c Garland, b Carter E . S. Cox, lbw ., b Welburn E . S . D . Carter, b Carter

24 3 o i

o 31 16

Mr . Whittaui, lbw, b Carter

Rev . C. R . Gilbert, c Garland, b ?lctcalfe

Mr, Veld, not out Extras

29 13

Total . .

. .

1 35

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ST . PETER'S SCIIOOL . IST INNINGS. 2NI) INNINGS. F. Mitchell, c Law, b Veld .. S c Miller, b Haynes F. Wellborn, c IIandford, b Fox o b Haynes .. • F . C . Crowther, b Yeld 1 c Whittam, b Jones F . M . Bingham, b Fox o c Law, b Haynes .. II . D . Naylor, b Veld .. o not out o run out . . J . O . Garland, b Yeld • II . G . Metcalfe, b Fox .. I not out • \\' . A . Hudson, not out . . 12 c Gilbert, b Haynes J . A . Browne, c Miller, b Fox . . 9 W . M . Carter, b Cox . . 5 0 II . B . Whitby, c and b Cox Extras Extras . 7 Total

. .

Total (for 6 wkts .)

7 0 14 0 II II I0

. . 61

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL BOWLING ANALYSIS. 1ST INNINGS. Runs . AV'kts . Overs . Mdns . Bowled. W . M . Carter . . . . . . 52 . . 6 . . 16 . . 2 . . 2 II . G. Metcalfe . . . . . . 9 .. I . . S'1 . . 4 . . 0 7 .. I o F . Wellburn . . . . . . . . 19 . . I . . F . Mitchell . . . . . . . . 21 . . I . . 9 . . I o F . C . Crowther . . . . . . 22 . . 0 . . 9 .. I o F. Mitchell bowled a wide.

v . YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. At York an June ISM, 1SS9.

One of the most successful matches was our return on the beautiful ground of the Yorkshire Gentlemen . It was a lovely day, and the School were put in to bat on a perfect wicket . Mitchell and Wellburn were the first to go to the wickets, and the former immediately began to hit freely . When, however, the score stood at 13, Wellburn was dismissed from a good catch at square leg . Crowther followed, playing in his usual careful style, but the pair only managed to put on 12 more runs when the new corner was bowled for 3 . Bingham made a short stay, and the third wicket fell for 42 . Next came Garland, who managed to keep his wicket up for some time, while Mitchell was enabled to score . It was about this time that the latter gave the only chance in his splendid innings, being missed by Haynes who was bowling. However ; the score had been raised to 6o when Garland

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was beaten by a good ball from Haynes . Metcalfe followed, and a fair stand was made, both players hitting with great freedom, especially Mitchell on the off side. The score rapidly rose to 93, when Metcalfe was clean bowled by Waud . Hudson made a very short stay, and only 6 more runs were added to the score when he left, dismissed by the same bowler. Now was made the stand of the day ; Mitchell's scoring was perhaps somewhat slower, whilst Naylor, the new corner, played a a good defensive game . Presently Mitchell reached his hundred, and then knocked the bowling about to all parts of the field : meanwhile his companion brightened up somewhat, and managed to obtain his runs at a much quicker pace . At length, beginning to feel the effects of his long stay, Mitchell succumbed to a yorker from Mackay, with the total score standing at 197 . His splendid innings of 129, marred but by one chance, has perhaps seldom been excelled in any of our school matches' nor was the stand of nearly too r,ins far from being a record . He hit 4 fives, 9 fours, 5 threes, 7 twos, and singles . Naylor left soon after. His innings of 34 was in every way praiseworthy . It was very carefully compiled, and it was quite a treat to see him run in to a slow and drive it for four. Carter alone, of the rest, made any show, as he hit 4 fours and went on his way rejoicing. The Gentlemen opened with Cap :. Savile and Jones, of whom the latter was yorked by Carter. Brogden was splendidly caught at short leg by Garland, and let in Mackay who hit away merrily for 38 . At the call of time the score was 6o for 5 wickets. The school team may heartily congratulate themselves on the result of the most brilliant match of the season. ST . PETER S SCI-TOOL. F . Mitchell, b Mackay . . F . \Vellburn, c Ilaynes, b Gorham F . C . Crowther, b Wood . . . . . . F . M . Bingham, b Mackay . . . . . . J . O . Garland, b IIaynes . . H . G . Metcalfe, b \Vaud W . H . Iludson, b \Vaud .. IT. D . Naylor, c Mackay . b Baynes . . II . B . Whitby, c Cayley, b Haynes . . W. M . Carter, b Wood , . . II . F . Chadwick, not out Extras . . Total

. . 129 3 3 2

3 I2

•• ••

3 34 8 18 8 21

. . 244

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YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. J . E . Jones . b Carter . . Captain Savile . b Crowther . . A . Cayley, c Crowther, b Carter II Mackay, c Chadwick, b Carter .. T . S . Brogden, c Garland, b Carter G . C . Waud, not out . . .. C . Gorham J . R . Wood To bat. C . W . Haynes II . E. Dewse Extras . . . . Total (for 5 wickets)

o 17 2

3S 7 o

. . 66

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL BOWLING. Runs . Wickets . Overs M iidens . Bowled. W . M . Carter . . 39 . . 4 . . 9 3 . . I . . r II. G . Metcalfe . . ro . . o .. 3 0 . . o F . C . Crowther . . . . . . 14 . . I . . 6 . . 2 . . I

v. YORK REVELLERS. Al York on fuze 2Sllz, 1889. This match, a return, was played in cold weather on June 27. In the first match we had to submit to defeat, and this circumstance incited the whole team to do their best to redeem their failure . The visitors batted first but were soon dismissed for the small total of 55. This result was mainly owing to the brilliant bowling of Metcalfe, who took no less than seven wickets for but 19 runs . The fielding all round was good, and Whitby's catch is worthy of special notice. Mitchell and \Vellburn commenced the batting for the School, but only ten runs had been scored when Mitchell played one of Dixon's deliveries into his wickets . Crowther followed and after making a pretty forward stroke for two fell to Stephenson . The same bowler' s next ball dismissed Bingham, and ' Wellborn quickly retired caught. Matters looked far from .hopeful for-the School, but Metcalfe by some plucky hitting raised the score to 36, when he was beaten by Dixon. The next two players produced five runs, and the School were about to reconcile themselves to a second defeat at the hands of the Revellers when Whitby going to the wickets made . a pretty leg hit for two, which he followed up by a stroke exactly similar for the same number . He then drove Dixornwell for three,' and Chadwick answered by a single.

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Eight runs only were required to win and we had but one wicket more to spare. The excitement was intense, and our hopes were once more raised when Chadwick sent Nottingham to the on for two, and next ball for a single . Then kV.11itby male another beautiful forward stroke for two, a bye was scored, and the next ball sufficed to win us the match . Too much praise cannot be given to Metcalfe, Whitby and Chadwick for the manner in which' they acquitted themselves at a most critical period in the game . Metcalfe ' s hits were as strong as ever, and Whitby's forward strokes, as well as two or three pretty hits to leg, were admired by all . A curious and questionable policy was pursued of declaring the innings at an end, but such slips are quite excusable considering the excitement of the moment. The Revellers batted a second time and fare l much better, but a certain lack of energy was apparent both in bowling and fielding and little importance need be attached to the result of this innings. 1 0RK REVELLERS . 2ND INNINGS. ISI' INNINGS. H . Spencer, c Bingham, b Metcalfe 6 not out . . F. Spencer, b Carter . . 6 b Mitchell J . AV . Dixon, b Metcalfe . . . . . . 4 not out . . o b Mitchell . . W . Brown, c Bingham, h Metcalfe J . Colley, c Naylor, b Carter . . . . 12 b \Vellburn . . . . . . 2 b Crowther . . G . Helstrip, c and b Carter 8 E . Stephenson, c Mitchell, b Metcalfe 6 H . Nottingham, b Metcalfe . . . . J. Ankers, b Metcalfe 3 o F . Keswick, c Whitby, b Metcalfe .. 3 c Metcalfe, b \Velburn .. \\' . II . Rutter, not out Extras Extras .. 5 Total

. .

55 ST. PETER'S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, b Dixon . . F . \Vellburn, c H . Spencer, b Dixon . . F . C . Crowther, b Stephenson F . M . Bingham, b Stephenson J. O . Garland, b Dixon . . H . G . Metcalfe, b Dixon H . D . Naylor, c Stephenson, b Dixon .. W . A. Hudson, c II . Spencer, b Dixon H . B . Whitby, not out . . II . F . Chadwick, not out W. M . Carter, to bat Extras . . Total (for 8 wkts .) C

Total (for 5 wits ) 7 6 2 0 4 17 3 12 4 5 61

.. 3 . . 75 . . 27 .. o . . 20 .. 7

. . 12 . . 12 . .

4 64

CRICKET.

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL BOWLING ANALYSIS.

W . M . Carter II . G . Metcalfe

F . Mitchell . . F . C . Crowther F . Wellburn W. M . Carter

IST INNINGS. Runs. Wickets . Overs . Maidens . Bowled. 31 3 . . 14 . . 2 I .. Iy q . • 1 3'3 • • 4 3 Metcalfe bowled a "no-ball ." 2ND INNINGS. 23 2 20 I . . 34 . . 2 .. 6 .. o .. Mitchell bowled a wide.

12 9 6 3

• •

3 4 0 0

2 I 0

v . RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. At Ripon on July 37d, 1889.

This match was played in dull weather, on July 3rd, on the Ripon City Ground . The school commenced batting, but a slight alteration was made in the order, Metcalfe and Naylor going to the wickets first. This variation however produced a result far from satisfactory, as in the fourth over Naylor was caught off a poor stroke in the slips . Crowther came next, and after having scored but a single was caught by Ligertwood. Wellburn followed, but further disasters ensued, Metcalfe being bowled, and Mitchell, after a poor stroke oft a bumping ball, had his off wicket displaced by Heath . Hudson and Wellburn then became associated, but the former almost directly fell to Heath, and the latter, though at first he seemed likely to make a stand, was bowled by a fast yorker sent down by Hingston. Bingham next went to the wickets, and commenced playing in beautiful style, being partnered by Whitby . The latter, however, was soon dismissed, but on Garland joining Bingham, the stand of the day was made . Both players batted with confidence and freedom, and Bingham ' s cuts were especially noticeable . However, before he had scored double figures, he was badly missed by Hingston at long on . Garland made some gocd leg hits, and instead of 12 for seven wickets, 5o for seven soon appeared on the telegraph board. However, when Garland had scored an admirable fifteen, he was unfortunately run out, and we must confess that, at least, it was a very doubtful question whether he was across the line or not . Carter joined Bingham, who was playing splendid cricket—a hit to leg for five being especially good . Carter stopped in longer than usual, considering he scored only 4, when he was clean bowled by Hingston, who seemed

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utterly devoid of any compassion for his old school . Howgate next went in, and after a few overs time was called for luncheon, Bingham being 45 not out . After play was recommenced, Howgate batted nicely, but unfortunately just when Bingham had scored 49, he was neatly caught by Heath . The greatest praise is due to Bingham, Garland, and Howgate for the gallant stands they took part in, and especially should Bingham and Garland be commended for their play at the critical point in the innings in which they displayed such valuable confidence and determination . On Ripon batting, a good start was made, Metcalfe clean bowling Hill, who, it cannot be denied, ran away from the fast deliveries . Danks and Hingston made a good stand, though two bad misses were made in the out field, and Carter several times almost beat Hingston . At last, however, a separation was effected by the bowling of the latter . Then Danks was missed by square leg far out, and soon afterwards gave a chance to point, which certainly should have been held . These mistakes proved expensive as this player was not dismissed until he had scored 25 . However, five wickets were down for 46 runs, and we had not yet despaired of victory, when 1Vrangham and Heath became partnered, and after playing steadily, soon hit mercilessly, and the required runs were quickly knocked up . Time was called before the last wicket fell, and we had to submit to defeat by 46 runs and i wicket . The factors that combined to our failure were two . First, the wicket which played very badly, especially early in our innings ; and secondly, the sad fact that while the Ripon catching and fielding was not very creditable, the .catching of the School (not fielding) was hardly respectable. ST . PETER'S SCHOOL. II . G . Metcalfe, b Heath .. II . D . Naylor, c Heath, b IIingston F. C . Crowther, c Ligertwood, b Heath F . Wellborn, b IIingston . . F . Mitchell, b Heath . . . . \V . A . Hudson, b Heath .. F. M . Bingham, not out II. B . Whitby, b Heath J . O . Garland . run out . . . . . . W . M . Carter, b IIingston . . E . V . Ilowgate, c Heath, b IIingston . . Extras . . Total

I 6

0 0 49

0 15 4 9 5 94

466

CRICKET. RIPON GRAMMAR SCIIOOL. J . R . Hill, b Metcalfe .. A. Ilingston, b Carter E. flanks, b Mitchell .. F. Thompson, c Mitchell, I) Carter J . L . Locking, c Mitchell, b Carter .. W . \Crangham, c Crowther, b Naylor .. W . G . Heath, not out .. C . Bland, I) Carter H . Singleton, thrown out .. F . W . Speak, run out .. T . Ligcrtwool, not out .. Extras . . ..

14 . . 25 • 3

Total (for 9 wickets) ST. PETERS SCHOOL BOWLING. Runs . \Cickets . Ov-ers . Maidens . Bowled. H . G . Metcalfe . . . . 21 1 Ii. 5 1 \v . M . Carter . . 2 2 . . 47 4 • • 15 . . 16 F . C . Crowther . . 0 .. 4 0 o F. Wellburn 19 0 . . I o 5 F . Mitchell . . . . 13 I . . 7 3 1 If . D . Naylor . . 13 r 8 3 0 II . G . Metcalfe and F . Mitchell each i.owled a wide.

z v.

NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. At Fork on July 9th, 1SS9.

This match was played on the Asylum ground in wretched cold weather . A strong team had been got together to oppose the school, and we may pride ourselves on the fair draw in which the match ended. The School batted first, but a most unfortunate start was made, Mitchell, Wellburn and Naylor all being very unlucky . Hudson and Metcalfe, however, got together, made a very fair stand, and put quite a different complexion on the game . They were not parted till the score stood at 37, when Metcalfe fell to Burnan, the York professional, having played a useful and plucky innings . Bingham followed, and Hudson still scored rapidly ; another good stand resulting . The latter hit ball after ball to the boundary, and Bingham after some cautious play soon got to work, and tatted in good style . The partnership, however, was at last broken, Hudson being bowled by Breed . The retiring batsman had played a useful innings at a time when the school most needed it, and he deserves great credit for his plucky play . The next two batsmen

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did not do much, but Garland, by a somewhat lucky innings, knocked Up 25, and the innings closed for the fair total of IIS runs ; extras, however, contributing 22 . Ia this match one of the salient features of the team's improvement was particularly displayed, viz , that when the few first failed the rest, instead of so to speak falling to bits, played with additional vigour and determination, nor was this the only match in which this principle was apparent . Czrter and Metcalfe opened the bowling, and both shetvcjl that they were in first rate form, the litter especially so at the commencement . Glaisby, Smith, Hotham, and Burnan all fell to their good bowling without making any material additions to the score, and only when Breed and Twineham became partnered was anything like a stand made . Even then a hard chance at point should have been accepted, given by Breed quite at the beginning of his innings, which might have brought the match much sooner to its termination . Twineham, however, was at last well caught by Bingham at third man, and the long partnership en led . Dr . Law gave little trouble, and Breed should again have been caught—this time the miss being a bad one . Dr . Nicholson came in, but time was almost immediately called . Though the two mistakes above mentioned were made, the school team, as a whole, are to be congratulated on the good show they made against perhaps as strong a team as they have ever had to face on the Asylum ground.

ST. PETER'S SCIIOOL.

F . Mitchell, b Burnan . . F . Wellburn, b Burnan .. W . A. Hudson, b Breed .. II . D. Naylor, b Cundall . . II . G . Metcalfe, b Burnan . . F . AI . Bingham, b Burnan . . II It. Whitby, b Breed .. F . C . Crowther, b P,reed . . . . J . O. Garland, c Burnan, b Breed W . M . Carter, b Breed .. . , E . V. Howgate, not out Extras . . Total

. ..

2 o

37 I

13 II

o 7 .

25 c

o 22

. . IIS

468

CRICKET. NORTII RIDING ASYLUM. G . Breed, not out E. Glaisby, c Whitby, b Carter W . Smith, b Carter

. 44

T . Ilotham, b Metcalfe .. R . Burnan . 1) Metcalfe .. G. Twineham, c Bingham, 1) Metcalfe J . S . Law, c Carter, b Metcalfe W . R . Nicholson, not out T. Leckenby, to bat Il . Muchall, to bat H. F . Cundall Extras

Total (for 6 wkts .)

.. II . G . Metcalfe . .

BOWLING ANALYSIS. 1ST INNINGS. Runs . Wkts . Overs . J9 2 17

W . M . Carter

. .

8 6

F. Mitchell F . C . Crowther . .

4 o

14 4

.. .

Mdns . 4

Bowled.

v . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL.

At York, July 6th, 1889.

Beautiful weather favoured this the important match of the year. The School won the toss, Mitchell and Wellburn as usual commencing the batting . The Durham bowling at first was admirable, but the batsmen were equal to the occasion and offered a stubborn resistance. At last the pair warmed somewhat to their work and both sent the ball out of the ground, Wellburn, however, after a patient innings was well caught by L. Lodge . Crowther followed, but was almost immediately caught at long leg . The interval for luncheon then interrupted play. On resuming, Naylor joined Mitchell, and scored at an exceptionally fast rate . After obtaining 21 runs, in playing back to a half volley he was clean bowled . Metcalfe followed, but did nothing, and then a disgraceful series of catastrophes resulted . The next five wickets only produced seven runs . The offenders shall be nameless, but of the five, one hit his first ball, a yorker, as if it had been a full pitch ; another

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(not warned by Naylor' s previous achievement) also played back to a half volley . The innings closed for 114, Mitchell carrying out his bat, having scored an admirable 6o, more than half the total, and his innings is all the more praiseworthy considering that he was far from being in good health at the time. The moral of this is obvious—we must be more careful and patient—and the two first batsmen of our opponents gave us only too unpleasant a proof of the truth of this moral, and the admirable results proceeding therefrom . 'We do not wish to blame those who played wrongly to yorkers or half volleys as if they were guilty of some moral fault, and here we would take the opportunity of reproving certain who are only too fond of putting down the failures of batsmen to carelessness ; this is, as a rule, far from being the case . Nervousness, desire to disgrace neither the School nor oneself, cause more failures than ever carelessness did, or will do . As I have hinted the first two players offered a resistance, at once patient, and full of style to our bowling, which became so poor that our opponents ' tail had all its own way . More than 50 runs had been scored before a wicket fell, when Fat mer was well caught by Mitchell at square leg. Mention too should be made of Wellburn ' s catch, which dismissed Walker . The bowling was bad, but the fielding perhaps worse, even Whitby failing to shew his wonted activity in the field. To make a long story short, the score was rapidly raised to 144 runs, and we found ourselves beaten, we will not say in actual batting powers, but at least in patience, care, and perseverance. ST. PETER'S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, not out

F . Wellborn, c L . Lodge, b Fawcus F. C . Crowther, c Walker, b Fawcus II . D . Naylor, b J . \V . Lodge

II . G . Metcalfe, b J . W . Lodge F . M . Bingham, c Fawcus, b J . W . Lodge II . B . Whitby', b J . \V . Lodge \V . A . I ludson, b J . W . Lodge J . O . Garland, b J . \V . Lodge \V. M . Carter, b J . \V . Lodge E. V. IIowgate, b J . \V . Lodge Extras

Total

CRICK FT.

47 0

DURILIM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. I. W . Lodge, b Naylor

. .

••3

II. G . Farmer, c Mitchell, b Metcalfe II . Walker, c and b \Vellburn

3t 16

J. E . C . Graham, c I-Iowgate, b Carter

L . V . Lodge, absent

. .

F. If . Skinner, c Crowther, b Metcalfe A . V. Gough, b Carter . . . .

C . Brandon, lbw, b Naylor . .

II . J . Chaytor, run out

9 4

A . Shortt, not out A. Fawcus, c Hudson, b Metcalfe Extras

. .

••

. .

Total

. . 144

ST . PETER'S SCHOOL BOWLING. Runs . Wick ts . Ii . G . Metcalfe

. .

W. M . Carter .. F . C . Crowther . .

3; 16

F . Wellburn F . Mitchell . .

14 7

II . D . Naylor

•• . .

Overs . Maidens . Bowled.

17'2 . .

. .

v. DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. At Durham, July 13tha, 1889.

Fine weather favoured this the return match . A fair wicket had been prepared, and the effect of the beautiful foliage which surrounds the Durham ground, combined with the bright array of colour displayed by fair spectators, was exceedingly pleasing . The school lost the toss, and Lodge and Farmer were the first to go to the wickets . A good start was made, Carter dismissing the first two batsmen with exactly similar deliveries, deliveries which curled marvellously from the leg side. Walker and Graham then became partnered, the former hitting with vigour, the latter playing with great caution, and at luncheon on the dismissal of Walker, the telegraph board presented a curious appearance, Total score, 24, 3 wickets, last man 23 . After luncheon, Lodge and

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Graham were together, but the bowling suddenly lost its sting and was hit all over the field . Change after change was tried until Mitchell easily caught Graham at the wicket, and next over, also made a good catch off Metcalfe; which dismissed L . Lodge . Next over Allison fell to a fast yorker, but even then our troubles were not over, runs being rapidly scored . However, at last, Skinner was marvellously caught by Whitby low down left-handed, and Brandon was yorked by Naylor. The innings then soon came to amend, the total being 175 . Mitchell and Welibur ncommenced the batting, and both played splendidly, Mitchell's cutting on the hard 'wicket being especially effective ; and it is much to be regretted that the ground is too small to favour cutting and leg hits . Go runs were telegraphed before a separation was effected, Wellburn being bowled by Graham . Hudson followed and also showed good style, scoring to runs before being caught by Skinner . Naylor followed, but seemed far from at home . Mitchell then was unfortunately caught oft a bumping ball . His innings was a faultless one, and was perhaps as good as any he had played during the season . Then a most unaccountable fall of wickets ensued, none of the other batsmen managing to get into double figures, and instead of the match ending in at least a creditable draw, defeat was only averted by the good firtune which has attended us all the season . A word of praise should be given to Howgate and Carter for managing to keep up their wickets and for saving us the disgrace of a second defeat at the hands of our rivals . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. J . W. Lodge, lbw, b Carter H . G . Farmer, lbw, b Carter

II . Walker, b Metcalfe

J . E . C . Graham, c Mitchell, b Naylor L . V . Lodge, c Mitchell, b Metcalfe ..

37 27

F. H . Skinner, c Whitby, b Naylor

H . Allison, b Naylor

3 2

A . Shortt, c Howgate, b Carter

C . Brandon, b Naylor A . B. Gough, 1Lw, b Bingham A . Fawcus, not out Extras Total

.. .

.•

•• 1 75

47 2

ATHLETIC SPORTS.

ST. PETER'S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, c Brandon, b Farmer .. F . Wellburn, b Graham .. W. A . Hudson, c Skinner, b Farmer .. II . D . Naylor, c Brandon, b Farmer .. H . G . Metcalfe, c L . Lodge, b Farmer F . M . Bingham, h Farmer II . B . Whitby, lbw, b J . Lodge . . .. F . C . Crowther, c Skinner, b J . Lodge J . O . Garland, b J . W. Lodge W . M . Carter, not out E . V. lIowgate, not out Extras Total (for 9 wkts.)

520

ST . PETER' S SCHOOL BOWLING ANALYSIS. IST INNINGS.

Runs. Wickets . Overs . Maidens . Bowled. W. M . Carter . . 58 3 . . 26 . . 7 0 H. G . Metcalfe . . 2 .. 21 .. 8 I 45 F . C . Crowther . . 18 o .. 7 .. 2 0 F . Wellburn .. 6 0 . . 4 .. 2 0 F . Mitchell . . . . 7 0 .. 3 .. I o H . D . Naylor . . 27 4 . . 13 . . 3 2 F . M . Bingham . . 5 .. I . . 2'3 . . 1 0 H . G. Metcalfe bowled a wide.

ATHLETIC SPORTS. HE Athletic Sports were held in the School Grounds on Monday and Tuesday, the 29th and 3001 of July, the first day being mainly given up to preliminary heats, The weather on either day was all that could be desired . The band of the West Yorkshire Militia played a selection of music, and a goodly gathering of spectators was received on the field by Mrs . Handford. The events in themselves were, generally speaking, very satisfactory, and the results, though not especially remarkable, will bear comparison with those of other public schools . Several events were deprived of much of their interest, as on public "form " they should have fallen to Chadwick, but a strained ankle prevented him from making any show at all, This is all the more unfortunate as his time Io2- secs . from scratch in the preliminary heat of the Hundred Yards Handicap gave promise of some fair performances .on• his part . The Weight, High

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473

Jump, Throwing the Cricket Ball, The Long and Pole Jumping were all fair, but the long distances were scarcely up to school average . The junior races were fairly well contested . F. M . Bingham showed considerable promise in the ` under 15 ' events, carrying off five of them, and in each case winning with great ease. PUTTING TILE \\'EIGHT. I . F . Mitchell. 2 . 1I . F . Chadwick. Mitchell won with a fair put of Soft . 1in . against Chadwick ' s 29ft tins. LONG JUMP (under 15) . Prize given by W . Cobb, Esq. 1. F . M . Bingham. 2. C . J . Carter. Bingham jumped 15ft . and Carter 14ft . Sins. LONG JUMP . (Open`. r . F . AYellburn. 2. W . M . Carter. 3. E. V . Howgate. W'ellburn cleared 18ft, Carter 17ft ., Howgate was third with a poor jump of 15ft . gins. 8o YARDS RACE (under 12) . Prize given by T. R. Telfer, Esq. 1. 2. 3.

Iludson iii. Leonard. Veld.

A good race between Hudson and Leonard, with Veld some way behind. HIGH JUMP (under 15). 1 . F . M . Bingham. 2 . C . J . Carter. Carter failed at aft . 'tins . Bingham afterwards jumped Oft . 4ins , and might perhaps have improved upon that. 100 YARDS IANDICAP . (Open). 1. 2. 3.

J . Browne, 15yds. II . B 'Whitby, 15yds. R . Martin, 18yds. In the preliminary heat Chadwick, from scratch, reached the tape in

Io ; secs ., but against such heavy handicapping and with a strained ankle he had no chance of reaching the three limit men. Time, 10k secs. 120 YARDS HURDLE HANDICAP (under 15) . Prize given by F . M . Scargill, Esq. I . Bingham. 2 . Rose. 3 . Partington. A poor race . Bingham winning easily in 211 secs . Partington ran well for third place .

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100 YARDS . (Open) . Prize given by Rev . G . T . Ilanlford.

1. 2. 3.

If . F . Chadwick. J. C . Snowden. E . V . IIowgate.

This was the best race of the day ; all three were close together at the finish, Chadwick winning by about a foot in III secs. I20 YARDS IIURDLE HANDICAP (under I5) . Prize given by E . A . Rowe, Esq, 1.

Bingham, scr.

Partington, Ioyds.

Shepherd, 12yds.

This was another easy race for Bingham, making his fifth win . Partington and Shepherd both ran pluckily, but were outclassed. 100 YARDS (under 14) . Prize given by G . Veld, Esq. 1.

Carter.

Rose

3. Sargeaunt. A good race between Carter and Rose ended in favour of Carter by a yard, Sargeaunt being some way behind. MUSIC PUPILS RACE. QUARTER MILE HANDICAP—Prize given by W . Barnby, Esq. r . T . Bingham, 70yds. 2 . T . Spence, 5oyds. IIowgate at scratch was unable to reach Spence, who was beaten by some yards by Bingham . QUARTER MILE . (Open) . Prize given by Mrs . lIandford, 1. 2.

F . 'Millburn. W . Carter.

J . Snowden.

Wellborn won somewhat easily from Carter in the not very fast time of 59 secs. HUNDRED YARDS (under 13) . Prize given by Rev . W. O . F . Campbell. 1. I ludson. 2.

Bingham, iii

Leonard.

This was a well contested race, Hudson winning narrowly in 132 secs. MILE RACE . (Open) . Prize given by Rev . C . R . Gilbert. s . II . B . Whitby. 2.

II . G . Metcalfe.

T . Spence.

Mitchell led the way, forcing the pace, but resigned before the last lap . Sutton also failed and eventually Whitby, with more staying power, won a slow race by some distance from Metcalfe . Spence was well up for third place.

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HIGH JUMP . (Open) . Prize given by W . F . Rawdon, Esq. 1.

Cros,hwaite, 4ft . II}ins.

2. 3.

Chilman, 4ft . loins. IIowgate, 4ft . bins.

Crosthwaite with a fair jump of Oft . I11ins . beat Chilman, who failed at that height ; three tied at 4ft . tins . for third place, and after some monotonous jumping Howgate was the only one to clear 4ft . 6ins. HUNDRED YARDS (under 15) . Prize given by W . L . Newman, Esq. I . F . Bingham. 2. C . J . Carter. In the final Bingham won a good race from Carter ; Partington being third. 120 YARDS HURDLE RACE . (Open) . Prize given by M . Whittam, Esq. 1.

E . V . IIowgate.

K . E. T . Wilkinson.

II . C . Metcalfe.

There was a good race between IIowgate and Wilkinson, the latter being the first to clear the hurdles, but in the run in IIowgate was quicker on his legs and beat him by a yard . Time, 201 secs. THROWING THE CRtct:i.r PALL . Prize given by Dr. Jalland. I . F. Mitchell. 2.

11 . F . Chadwick.

3. F . Wellburn. Mitchell made a fair throw of SS yards, against Si yards and 75 yards on the part of Chadwick and Wellburn. QUARTER MILE IIANDICAP (Under 15). 1. Carter iii ., So yards. 2.

Spence ii ., 90 yards.

Crowther ii ., 8o yards.

With a large entry the three limit starters kept close together, Carter passing Spence and winning easily. 120 YARDS HURDLE HANDICAP (Open). I . J . A . Browne, 15 yards. 2. II . B . Whitby, 8 yards. 3. E . V . IIowgate, scratch. IIowgate . at scratch, ran well . but could never reach the limit man, who won from Whitby after a close race in 191 secs. POLE J urur. Prize given by IL Cowling, Esq. i . G . Chilman, 2 . T . Spence. Spence failed somewhat early, leaving Chilman an easy win by 7ft . gin ., upon which he could doubtless improve with practice .

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THE PRIZE-GIVING.

HALF MILE HANDICAP (Open .) Prize given by the Very Rev. the Dean of York. r . J . C . Snowden. 2. H . B . Whitby. 3. R . Martin. A large field entered for this race, which was won by Snowden somewhat easily, Whitby in turn being well away from Martin. OLD Boys RACE—QUARTER MILE. r . J . E . Gofton. 2. II . W . Rhodes. 3. G . V . Birks. Rhodes and Birks both ran well, but Gofton took the lead frim the start . and going in good form won by several yards.

After a race for the Bandsmen, several heats of the Hundred Yards Sack Race took place, and the result in the final heat was r. 2. 3.

Gillatt. Gray. IIood.

A consolation race was won by Bingham I . after a good race with W. Carter.

The prizes were then gracefully given away by Mrs . Crosthwaite, who was present with the Bishop of Beverley, and the proceedings terminated amid cheers . The Committee are to be congratulated on the way they worked and got through the numerous events, and we must also thank the Rev . E . S . Carter and W . G. Wilson, Esq ., for kindly acting as judge and starter.

THE PRIZE-GIVING. HE Prizes were distributed in the School Hall on the evening of

T Tuesday, July 3oth . Colonel Viscount Downe had kindly consented to give the prizes away, but, owing to the death of General Daniell, he was unable to attend, and his place was taken by Lady Downe . The Very Rev . the Dean of York took the chair, and opened proceedings by at once calling upon the Head Master (the Rev . G . T. Handford) to read the list of honours gained during the past year . He, before doing so, referred briefly to the events of the past year, and mentioned the construction of a " Modern Side " in place of the old << Civil and Military Department ." He then read out the list of honours, which was as follows :—

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N . L . Hood, elected to an open Mathematical Scholarship at Cavendish College, Cambridge . August, 1888. A . I . Hopkins, obtained a leaving certificate (the only candidate entered). October, 1888. J . F. Leaf, elected to an open Classical Scholarship of £6o per annum at St . Peter ' s College, Cambridge. G. R . Cook, elected to an open Classical Scholarship of .4. 70 per annum at Durham University . December, 1888. H. Thompson, elected to an open Mathematical Exhibition of Z40 per annum at Trinity College, Cambridge . January, 1889. G. H . Chilman, elected to an open Classical Scholarship of £4o per annum at Durham University . February, 1889. A. L. Bird, passed London University Matriculation Examination from Fourth Form and Modern Side . May, 1889. . Clifford Allbutt, late Scholar of Caius College, Cambridge (1856), T appointed a Commissioner in Lunacy. J . H . G . Wilson, Hastings Exhibitioner, of Queen 's College, Oxford, 3rd Class in Classical Moderations . June, 1889. H. Bloomfield, Clare College, Cambridge, Junior Optime in the Mathematical Tripos. . Crosthwaite, Pembroke College, Cambridge, elected to Mathematical R Scholarship of £40 per annum in the College May Examination. H . Tomlinson, late Student of Christ Church, Oxford (1886), elected a Fellow of the Royal Society. L. W . Wilsden, Trinity College, Cambridge, 3rd Class in Classical Tripos. T . P . Clarke, Trinity College, Cambridge, was placed in the 1st Class in the College May Examinations, and awarded a prize of books and a Foundation Sizarship of Zroo per annum. A . C . Clarke, Exhibitioner of Emmanuel College, Cambridge, elected to a Goldsmith ' s Exhibition of Z5o per annum. H . M . Young, St . Catherine ' s College, Cambridge, elected to the Jarrett Scholarship and Corrie Prize. July, 1889. W . G . Wilson, Exhibitioner of Worcester College, Oxford, 3rd Class in Honours Final Examination in History. A . Wade, Bible Clerk of All Souls' College, Oxford, 3rd Class in Honours Final Examination in History .

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THE PRIZE-GIVING.

II . W . Rhodes, Exhibitioner of Worcester College, Oxford, 4th Class in Honours Final Examination in Jurisprudence. H . Thompson, one of 49 successful candidates for Indian Civil Service; passed in direct from the School. The Scholarships were awarded as follows : The Exhibition .—Divided between Joseph Frank Leaf and Herbert Thompson. Foundation Scholarchips .—Norman Thompson Crumbie, William Hugh Mundy Hancock. Free Schaldrslrips .—George Jefferson Scott, Frank Miller Bingham. Modern F.ce Scholarship .—I4 . G . Hill. A Sjrcial Free Scholarship, for one year, was awarded to Frederick George Williams. hey Memorial Scholarships .—Arthur William Eastwood, Frederic Porter Fausset. [We regret that we are unable to give the report of the examiners from the Oxford and Cambridge Board . It will appear probably in a subsequent number ] The following was the report of the examiner of the Mathematics of the Second Division, Lower Fifth and Fourth Forms, and the Scholarship candidates. Arithmetic.—In Division II . Grindrod and Howgate did commendable papers, and a good uniform standard was maintained throughout. In the Lower Fifth, the elementary work was done generally with accuracy, but the harder questions were not attempted . Form IV. is better in Arithmetic than the preceding . Young and Hancock did well, and attacked the harder questions with some success. Euclid .---Division II . did the Euclid (except Book VI .) remarkably well . Peel (ii) did best . In the Lower Fifth, the propositions were done very well indeed by Barnby and Douglas, who were far in advance of the rest. In Form IV., Scott and Hancock did the paper exceedingly well, and a few others in a creditable manner. AI,chra .—In Division II ., Crowther and Scargill (ii) did very well and the rest fairly . In Form V. (Lower), none did much except Barnby . Form IV . shewed considerable intelligence in some cases .

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479

Triaononretry .-Crowther and Scargill (ii) did very well, but the rest have a good deal to learn yet. In the papers done by Scholarship Candidates from Forms III . and II ., and by " Outsiders, " Williams' work was admirable throughout, but the rest did little or nothing. The examiner of the Upper and Lower Fifth and Fourth Forms, G. H . Wade, Esq ., reported exceedingly favourably on their work. In accidence, the standard of accuracy was very high, and special praise was due to Peel (i), Clarke, Barnby, Raine, Eastwood and Fausset in Latin, while in Greek, Whitby, Grindrod and Scargill (i) deserve special commendation. The style in which the Fifth prepared their work in Greek Books was excellent, and Garwood ' s, Clarke ' s and Scargill's Thucvdides paper were almost model papers. The same remark applied to the Latin, though more precision was desirable . Garwood, Clarke, Scargill and Bingham shewed, perhaps, best style in the translation of the Sallust. The composition was less satisfactory, Clarke, however, showed careful work in the Latin Prose, while Grindrod, " with canine tendencies," was fair, Peel showing promise. Greek prose was not so good, however Clarke, Whitby and Metcalfe did fairly, while Peel and Scargill slimed promise . Latin Verse was fair, but Iambics were the least satisfactory paper of all . In Divinity, the difference of level was very marked, Clarke and Grindrod did best, but the latter shewed great want of neatness . In the Lower Fifth, the Greek books were not so well known, Raine and L'arnby, however, did very weil, and the former' s style was meritorious. In Latin books, the Sallust was the weakest, Barnby shew-ed correct work, and Raine and Douglas were fair at times. The interest shewn by all in the subject matter was specially striking . In Composition, verses were weak, the prose fair Raine, Crumbie and Douglas all shewed promise . The History and Divinity were hardly, as a whole, up to the mark, in the former, however, Raine and Crumbie, and in the latter Raine and Barnby deserve notice. In Form IV ., the Greek papers were very fair, especially translation, but the Sallust was not quite so good . In Latin, Eastwood, Fausset, Carter and Scott (i) were all good, and in Greek Translation Eastwood, Scott and Fausset are worthy of mention .

480

THE PRIZE-GIVING.

On the modern side, Hill (i) and Worthington got the best average in Latin, the level on this side being very good on the whole ; Gillatt was very fair. In Composition, I'anson, Hill, Hancock and Scott shewed good promise in the Latin, and I ' anson was very fair in Greek. The Divinity papers were very fair, though they lacked conciseness, Hancock, Fausset, Carter (ii), Sutton and Scott (i) all deserve mention, Scott shewing especially good style. In History, Scott and Garland did good clear papers, while Hill (i) and Dixon shewed good knowledge, but like too many have much to learn in arrangement and style. The report of the French examination was as follows : In the Upper Fifth the Grammar was done very well, but the translation was deficient in accuracy, showing a limited vocabulary and little appreciation of the idioms of the language . Lower Fifth (Modern) did, on the whole, better than the Upper Fifth . The prose translation was decidedly better, and the Grammar was done very well . Lower Fifth (Classical), did very good prose translation, but could not do verse translation at all. The Grammar was good and a few did creditable translation into French. The chief defect of Form V. is inaccuracy in translation from French . A good remedy for this would be to bestow more attention upon translation into French. Form IV . (Modern), did fairly satisfactory translation of the French prose, but the Grammar was far from accurate. Form IV . (Classical), did some work much superior to the IV. (Modern), Hancock and Scott doing particularly good papers . The French and German for the Scholarships was remarkably well done, not only by the best but by the body of the candidates . Of course it was easy, but they must have been well taught to do it with such uniform correctness. In Chemistry, the modern sides of Forms IV . and V . shewed a very good knowledge of the work offered . They have not yet done much, but the ground gone over has been thoroughly learned, and considering the short time they have studied the subject their progress is entirely satisfactory. The Classical sides of these forms know very little about the subject

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481

and seem to have hardly any idea of the actual realities about which they have read. Lady Downe then gave away the prizes.

The Archbishop of York's Prize for Classics.—Leaf. The Dean of York's Prize for Mathematics .—Thompson. Canon Elwyn's Prize for Divinity .—Leaf. Head Master's Prize for Greek Prose.—Leaf. Head Master 's Prize for Latin Verse .—Cook (I). CLASSICAL SIDE. Upper Fifth .—Clarke I). Lower Fifth .—Barnby. Fourth .—Fausset. Thuri.—Veld. Mr. Yeld's Prize for Greek Grammar.—Yeld. Mr. Yeld' s Prize for Latin Composition and Grammar .—Metcalfe (z). Mzcaulay 's Lays .—Shepherd. Geography.—Veld. Second.—Hey (1). Upper First .—Johnston. Lower First .—Smith . MODERN SIDE. Fifth (for History and Geography).—Crowther (i). Fourth .—H ill. Third.—McGachen. Second —Owtram (z) . FRENCH PRIZES. UpperFijth .—Scargill (2). Lower Fifth .—Owtram (I). Fourth .—Hancock. Fifth and Fourth Modern .— Crowther. Third.—Metcalf (2). Second.—Moyser (1) Third and Second Modern .—Purnell .

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THE PRIZE-GIVING.

Upper First.—Hill (ii). L auer First.—Smith . GERMAN PRIZES.

Sixth .—Naylor. Extra Prize given by Mr . Rowe.—Snowden. Fifth and Fourth Modern .—Padel (2). Third and Second Modern .—Purnell. ENGLISH PRIZES

(given by the Head 'Vaster).

Open to the whole School.—Naylor. Extra Prize.—Snowden. Under r 6 .—Raine. Under 13 .—le1d . MATHEMATICAL PRIZES.

Division I.—Mr. Gilbert's Problem Prthe.—Eastcn. Division II.—Crowther. L ower Fifth .—Barnby. Fourth .—Hancock. Third.—Heap. Second.—Addis. Upper First .—Romans. L ower First.—Rollinson . CHEMISTRY PRIZES.

Fifth and Fourth Modern .—Garland. Fifth and Fourth Classical .—Barnby. Third.—Hudson (iii). Second.—Melrose. Mr. IVhittam 's Prize for Chemistry Note Books .—Howgate & Clarke (ii). DICTATION PRIZES.

Fifth—Clarke (i). Fourth —Scott (i). Third and Second.—Owtram First.—Stockley.

THE PRIZE-GIVING . DRAWING PRIZES

(gie'c71

48 3

by Mr. Buddy).

Easten, Laybourne and Padel (ii). The Dean then , addressed the meeting, and said it was always a pleasure to him to be present on such occasions, and it gave him a special pleasure to be present that evening, because of the brilliant successes they had recorded after having several disappointments. He always thought that a victory was more satisfactory after several defeats . He referred to the great importance of parents being careful about their children in regard to infectious diseases . They had heard how Peterites were advancing in the scale of reputation, and how every fresh generation which went out from there seemed to acid new lustre to those who had gone before. That year, he was glad to say, had been no exception to the rule . Leaf and Thompson were names which had been especially brought forward, and they had reason to be proud of them . (Applause) . They (Leaf and Thompson) had distinguished themselves, and had done great honour and credit to the School . He not only congratulated them, but also the masters of the School . He strongly urged parents not to take their boys away from the School, but to allow them to go steadily on . The Dean then expressed his regret that Lord Downe was unable to be present, but his place had been most kindly and most cordially supplied by Lady Downe. (Applause). He was quite sure it had been a very great pleasure to her that night to be present, not only because she was taking Lord Downe's place but from feelings influenced by the desire of all mothers to see their boys take prizes. On the motion of the Head Master, a hearty vote of thanks was passed to the Dean for having presided over the gathering. The assembled company then passed into the garden which had been illuminated with coloured lamps and Chinese lanterns . The weather was beautifully fine, contrasting markedly with that of last year. The School Choir, assisted by a few ladies and gentlemen, and conducted by the Rev . E . S . Carter, sang several glees, and altogether the garden party was enjoyable in the extreme .

484 FOOTBALL FIXTURES—PROSPECTS OF THE FOOTBALL SEASON.

FOOTBALL FIXTURES. Oct.

V . Old Boys

12 .

V. Bradford School . .

Home. Away.

„ 19 . „ 23.

V. Ripon School

V . Yorkshire College

Home.

Nov. 2 .

V, St. Thomas'

home.

V . Thorparch

„ 16 .

First Round

.. . .

. .

., 23 . Dec . 4.

Of the Yorkshire Public r Second Round - Schools Challenge Cup Final Round l Competition.

„

v . St . Thomas'

Away.

14 . , 17 .

V . Durham School . .

Feb . 22.

V. Durham School . .

Mar. I .

Old Boys .

Home.

. .

.. v . Leeds Clergy School . .

Home. home. Away. home.

PROSPECTS OF THE FOOTBALL SEASON. " Then strip, lads, and to it, though sharp be the weather, And if, by mischance, you should happen to fall, There are worse things in life than a tumble on heather, And life is itself but a game at football .”

So up with the chocolate and white flags, and good-bye to those who toss the soft ball backwards and forwards over the three-foot net, and those again who pic-nic in the cricket field, and dawdle over protracted luncheons, long -drawn out with deep potations of the ruby claret cup, and the insidious juice of the lemon—who spend the summer day in vain attempts to convince one that that half-volley was a yorker, and how that shooter shot as no ball had ever shot before. Football is once more upon us, with all its excitements, all its pains, its sprained ancles, its barked shins, its twisted knees ; but for all that the finest, noblest, manliest of English sports—simply because it is the most English. To hark back to last season . The School may be congratulated on it's attempts to rise superior to old prejudices and preconceived notions

PROSPECTS OF THE FOOTBALL SEASON .

of how football should be played, though it may be doubted

485 if such

contests as those with the men of Pocklington were conducive to improvement . Accordingly it is our first duty to congratulate the School and more particularly the XV . on the absence of such fixtures from their card . The foot and fist game may be very estimable in its way, and even enjoyable to its devotees, but it is emphatically not football, and far more appropriate to the backyard of a public house than to a school playground . We hope then to see a marked improvement in the play all round, and although at present there seems to be a sad lack of backs, there is no knowing what a year may have brought forth . Running over last year ' s team, three only or at most four occur to us . Metcalfe is, of course, a half back, and with increased strength and experience should do well . He might, perhaps, stand a little further behind the scrimmage. Bingham might make a three-quarter if he could bring himself to discard those high-laced boots ; the very sight of them made one ' s shins tingle, but they were not calculated to improve either his pace or agility, hence a suspicion of sluggishness in his play observable last season in those somewhat bovine rushes into, instead of round, his opponents. Mitchell, whatever his intentions may be, should remain at centre three-quarters . A heavy three-quarters is a tower of strength to a school ; dropped goals have a powerful moral effect on one's opponents. Both Garland and Browne have something to learn if they are to play lull-back . For the other vacancies we can only think of Crowther and Carter. We will not venture to prophesy, but hope for the best. Three sterling forwards are left in Wilkinson, Naylor, and Sutton. Laybourne and Bingham (the younger) should have come on . The vigour shown by the juniors last year will doubtless bear good fruit, and the early pick-ups should unearth some lusty youngsters to take the place of those who have left. A warning to the forwards before we close . They are no longer so much dead weight to be set against the opposing forwards, they are no longer the galley slaves of the scrimmage to be appraised by their shoving power. The modern game insists that they shall be active participators in attack and defence, as fleet as the deer, and wily as the serpent . They must work with their own backs, and crush the enemies' backs, they must give up the ambling gait and leisurely movements of

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CORRESPONDENCE.

the old fashioned forward, and bestir themselves like men, rush the scrimmages, dribble the ball, collar their opponents, feed their own backs, run in tries—in fact endless possibilities are open to the ambitious forward . Last season such enterprise was wofully deficient, the pack shoved like Britons, but cowered like sheep in the open . There was little dash, pace, or combined action . Let them make up their minds to " go it" from start to finish, and we will venture to prophesy that the season of 89-90 will be as glorious as the palmy days when St . Peters was the centre of football in Yorkshire.

CORRESPONDENCE.

THE OLD

Bovs'

FOOTBALL. MATCH.

DEAR SIR,

I wish, through your columns, to explain that an Old Boys' Match was duly arranged with the School, but cancelled by them -on the ground that they were not strong enough to play . Comment is scarcely necessary, but apart from the disappointment generally felt at losing the fixture, very deep regret has been expressed that so pusillanimous a spirit should exist even among a minority of the School. Old Boys have won for the School its position in the Football world, and it has ever been the nursery of sound and plucky players ; few schools can show a proportionately better record . In severing the link between the past and the present, the responsibility rests with those at the head of football affairs of having consciously taken a lower position, of having descended to a level where individual mediocrity may find itself a Triton among minnows . I remain, Yours truly, W . G . WILSON. * This refers to an Old Boys ' Match arranged for October 3rd, not to the Old Boys' Match of December 17th .

OLD PETERITE CLUB-NOTES AND ITEMS .

487

OLD PETERITE CLUB. We omitted to mention C . L . Naylor, 9 . Grosvenor Terrace, and N . L . Hood, Castlegate, as members in our last number.

NOTES AND ITEMS. The Rev . E . A . Douglas, late of Christ's College, Cambridge, curate of Hendon, Sunderland, and C . B . Clarke, Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, have been accepted by the Church Missionary Society for Missionary work. The former will proceed at once to Tinnevelly to engage in itinerary work.

On Wednesday, September 4th, at the church of St . Mary, Bishophill, York, a marriage was solemnised between the Rev. S . H . Bennett, and Miss E. B . England.

C . F . C . Padel has been appointed under-librarian in place of H . D . Naylor who has been elected junior editor of the Peterite.

The present number of Peterite members of the Public School Bible Union is 53 . Anyone wishing to become a member may do so on application to J . O . Garland who has succeeded A . Crosthwaite as Secretary.

In the Yorkshire Schools Challenge Cup Competion, the School XV. will first meet Leeds Grammar School on Saturday, Nov . 23, at York, and then, if they win, will play in the final tie, which will be decided at Leeds on Wednesday, Dec . 4 .

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NOTES AND ITEMS.

On Saturday, September 14th, at Holy Trinity Church, Anerlcy, Surrey, a marriage was solemnized between Mr . Edgar Ernest Deane, L .L .B., of Batley, and Miss Annie M . Bell, eldest daughter of Mr . F. Augustus Bell, of Anerley Park, Surrey .

THE

VoL . IX .

DECF\TBER, 1889 .

No . 83.

EDITORIAL. " Nan ego fcstino lector/ tradere Peterile, Gloria vix edilors nascitar ante roga,n . "

E again present the Peter/1e to our critical readers, and are quite

W prepared to hear the usual exclamations of dsgust.

The echo of our feelings on the subject may be found in the "School Letter," so that we will say no more here, but would only ask for a little indulgence, and just perhaps a slight amount of appreciation for our thankless labours. By the way, some have said that we are not too careful in correcting our proofs, but at any rate our mistakes are generally venial . We give a few examples of "real" errata, to show the unimportance of such mistakes as ours. For " Fleshy brown noses " read "Freshly blown roses ." For We shall be hanged " read " We shall be changed .' For "The enemy was repulsed with great laughter " read " The enemy was repulsed with great slaughter . " For "Eating a coachman " read " Beating a coachman ." For "Small ox iu a lady's pocket " read "Small box in a lady 's pocket ." For " With bending stoop and lighthouse form" read " With bounding step and lithesome form ." For The bison is no drum " read " The vision is no dream . " For " Potatoes of Europe " read " Potentates of Europe ." For " His Grace the Duchess " read " His Grace the Duke ." For " Ruffians " read " Russians." For " Delirious girl" read " Delicious girl ."

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THEATRICALS-FOOTBALL.

THEATRICALS. F OR the benefit of O .Ps . we print the following notice The play this year will be " The Tempest " The two days on which it will be acted are December the 17th and 19th. The bill of fare provided is especially attractive, including dancing, singing, and a combined dog and bear fight. Mr . Yeld, with his usual kindness and energy, once more is helping us, so that there is no need to prophecy an unqualified success, while Dr . Naylor is taking charge of the musical department . The dogs, too, have been under the training and supervision of the Rev . G. 'I'. Handford. We would make an especial appeal to O .Ps . to help us this year, as the expenses will naturally be heavier than usual.

FOOTBALL. 2ND

XV . v. ST . THOMAS'S

2ND.

This match was played on the School ground, on October r rth. The first team had not been able to go to Bradford on account of the wet, so that the new members assisted the second . The ground was like a pond, and the ball consequently hard to hold . The School kicked The forwards threw away off and play settled down in their 25 . many chances through not going for the ball enough, and to those who aspire to places in the first we would especially recommend that they shew in future more dash . Hudson, however, went hard at it. After some very scr : m')ling play St . Thomas's scored a try . The shot at goal was an txc_11ent one only just failing . Ends were then changed and the School woke up, and from a scrimmage Browne got hold and after a short run passed to Snowden who romped in . Browne kicked a good goal. Nothing further of any interesr occurred during the rest of the game ; the School, therefore, won by a goal to a try . As to the play, the School forwards did very well indeed against a fifteen far their superiors in weight . Hudson stood out head and shoulders above the rest, following up hard and making several good dribbles ;

FOOTBALL .

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Padel, F . M . Bingham, Fasten, and Gillatt, also showed up well. Behind, Browne gathered the ball very well indeed, and tackled fairly, Whitby and Snowden did not mark the opposing three-quarters enough . St. Thomas ' s three-quarters kicked excellently . The following team represented the School : Back, \V . S . Douglas ; three-quarters, II . B . Whitby, J . A. Browne, T . C. Snowden ; half-backs, R . C . Tute, \V . M . Carter ; forwards, R. C. T . Laybourne, W. A. Hudson, F . M . Bingham, J . A . Fasten, T . S . Gillatt, E . AV . Clarke C . F. C. Padel, C . J . Carter, T . Spence.

v. BRADFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match was arranged for the 12th of October, but was not played until the following Wednesday, in bad weather on a slippery ;ground . The School were without the services of Wilkinson . The Bradford ground being very small the three-quarters had little or no chance of scoring. The School halves did most of the work, and after the kick off Mitchell got in almost immediately . After this a continual fusilade was kept up on the Bradford line, and Garland, Mitchell, and Sutton, all scored again . The score at half-time was 3 goals, 1 try, to 1 try . On resuming, Mitchell again adopted bullocking tactics, and crossed four times more and dropped a goal . 'The Bradford men once played up with a little vigour, and one of their three-quarters scored after a good dribble . As for the play, it was fair, considering that it was the first time they had played together. Their kicking, especially Crowther's, was good, but was not directed into touch sufficiently . The forwards were slow and lumbering in the open, and did not push at the ball enough . The whole team seem to want a little more dash and neatness all round. Back, J . A. Browne ; three-quarters, J . O . Garland, F . C . Crowther, S . O. Bingham ; half-backs, F. Mitchell (capt .), II . G . Metcalfe : forwards, A . II . Sutton, W . Caster, \V A Hudson, F . M . Bingham, R . C . T. Laybourne, F . C. Badel, W. S . Douglas, T . S . Gillatt, E . AV . Clarke.

v. POCKLINGTON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Played on October 19th, in dull weather The game was dreadfully one-sided, the School pressing all the time . The place kicking was only moderate, but many of the attempts were good, and many of the tries were obtained in difficult places . The following gained tries :

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Mitchell (6), Garland (4), Bingham 3) . Metcalfe (2), and the rest one each, viz ., Hudson, Padel, Laybourne, Wilkinson, and Douglas . Our opponents are to be congratulated on the plucky manner in which they played up, during a sadly monotonous game . The School played well, the backs being especially good in passing, while the forwards shewed that they could make good use of their feet as well as do hard work in the scrimmage. v . YORKSHIRE COLLEGE, LEEDS (VICTORIA UNIVERSITY). Played on October 24th . The School was assisted by Mr . 11'hittam, at three-quarters . The School kicked off, and was at first pressed somewhat, but Crowther intercepted a pass, and some good running by him and Mitchell brought the ball into the visitors ' quarters . A free kick, however, was awarded to them, and soon, after some good forward play, Yorkshire College obtained a try, from which a very good goal was kicked . For some time play was carried on in neutral ground, but some good running and passing amongst the School backs gained ground, in which Garland was especially conspicuous ; but nothing was scored before half-time. On resuming, the School had somewhat the best of the game, and for some time were near their opponents' line, Mr . 1Vhittam's collaring was very sure, and the kicking of all the backs, good and accurate. At length some clever passing between Mitchell, Metcalfe, and Crowther, ended in a splendid try, gained by Mr . 1Vhittam . Browne kicked a good goal . After the kick-out the School continued to press, and Metcalfe made a nice run, but was pulled down just outside the line. A free kick was awarded to the School for off-side play, and Browne, from a place, landed a beautiful goal . The School line was then attacked . Sutton was conspicuous in some vigorous tackling, and Crowther by good running and kicking transferred play to the centre. Garland then ran well, and S . O . Bingham gained a try near the touchline . No goal was kicked . Soon after Garland got hold again, and by a very clever and dodgy run obtained the best try of the day . Browne kicked a good goal, and time was called . The School thus won by 3 goals I try, to t goal 2 minors . The running, and especially the kicking of the School backs, was both sure and long, but the forwards were at times slack in following tip .

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v . BRADFORD OLD BOYS. Elated by our previous victory, an even game was expected, nor were we disappointed, for it was indeed a good game in more than one sense, for not only did we score another success, but also the team sheaved a manifest improvement in every department of the game. The weather was wretched, cold and drizzly, but in spite of this play was fast throughout. Bradford won the toss, and elected to play up-hill with what little wind there was . A scrimmage was formed in the middle, someone being off-side at the kick off, and even play ensued ; soon, however, the Bradford forwards rushed the ball down the field to the School 25, but Metcalfe relieved, and play again ruled in the centre . But presently the Bradford wing three-quarter sprinting well, brought the ball dangerously near our line, Aitchell just shoving him into touch in time ; the same player also receiving the ball neatly from touch, made a short run and relieved by a timely kick . Still, however, the ball kept too near our line to be pleasant, until Carter and Hudson made a pretty dribble towards the centre, and the School, aided by a free kick, worked themselves at last into their opponents' 25 . Here, Metcalfe, Garland, and Crowther, distinguished themselves by good runs, and play contimled under the Bradford goal . Metcalfe now made a bold attempt to get in but was held back, presently, however, by some nice passing, Mr . Whittam obtained possession and easily got in . Browne placed a capital goal . On resuming play, Bradford made a very good return to the kick off, but Aitchell, backed up by the rest of the forwards, took the ball to the centre, and Sutton followed this up by bringing it into the Uradford 25 . Then, by admirable passing among the backs, Garland got in, but the place 'sick failed, the try being scored in a somewhat difficult position . On the kick off Carter again, now accompanied by Hudson, displayed good dribbling powers, and Bradford were still kept on the defensive . Mitchell was the nest to cross the line, and off a difficult place Browne made a very good attempt . Such heavy scoring seemed to rouse our opponents, and now by a good rush they reached our 25, and might have scored but for half-time being opportunely called. Hudson restarted play with a long kick, to which but a poor return was made . Play then ruled in Bradford 25, and after some desultory play Browne kicked a minor . The Bradford forwards rushed the ball

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to the centr e, where some loose play followed, however Carter and Hudson again relieved by a capital dribble, and Metcalfe kicked a minor. He then improved on this by getting a capital try between the posts, but unfortunately the kick was a failure . Bradford, after this relieved by a tree kick, and dribbling well brought the ball to the centre. Then off a free kick for off-side play Browne scored another minor. On resuming the School still pressed, and Mitchell and Crowther both made good attempts to get in but were brought down, at last, however, Metcalfe made his way across, and Browne placed a very neat goal . On the kick off, Garland received, made a good run and finished by a useful kick into touch . Even play followed for a time, but soon the forwards rushed the ball down the field and Metcalfe kicked the fifth minor. This was soon followed by another and then came one of the best parts of the days play, and a piece of charming passing was witnessed between Metcalfe, Mitchell, Padel, and Douglas, unfortunately a minor only was the result . Then, from a good pass out of the scrimmage by Metcalfe, Mitchell ran in in nice style, but the kick failed. Play now continued in the centre, being fairly even, and distinguished only by a run on the part of Wilkinson, who unfortunately was not enabled to pass. Time was then called with the score standing, the School 2 goals, 4 tries and 7 minors, to Bradford nil. A result satisfactory in the extreme, for not only did the backs display their wonted proficency in passing, their wonted dash and combination, but the forwards also were at least twice as fast and energetic as in the Yorkshire College match, and shewed that they could work together as well as the backs, and as well as our team forwards have done for many years .

CAMBRIDGE LETTER. O sooner has one O .P . been sacrificed to the Peter/1e editors' insatiate thirst than another victim is selected—and this time the lot has fallen upon your unfortunate correspondent . He is met by the ever-present difficulty of obtaining material enough to satisfy his persecutors' demands . To make a beginning it will perhaps be as well to.

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turn to the river, which, owing to the coxwainless fours, has been the most engrossing topic during the past few days . The first round of these races was rowed on Wednesday, November 6th, when Emmanuel beat Christ's, 3rd Trinity Jesus, Selwyn 1st Trinity and Pembroke Caius . Pembroke and 3rd Trinity were ultimately left in for the final, and victory rested with the latter . L . Hutchings was stroke of the Selwyn four : his rowing has been the subject of very favourable comment in Cambridge papers . The other Peterites who are rowing are : R . Crosthwaite, Leaf and Wellburn, who are all in their college trials. Little or nothing can yet be said about the 'Varsity trials owing to the fours preventing their getting out . The Rugby XV ., in spite of a great number of injured players, among whom are Martin Scott of Jesus, and Trethewy and Oxley of Caius, have not yet lost a match and ought to repeat last year's victory at Kensington . The record so far is three matches won—v. Llanelly, Old Leysians, and Harlequins ; and two drawn—v. Middlesex Wanderers and Midland Counties. Morrison, the captain, is in splendid form : on some days it seems impossible to tackle him . The forwards again will be the weak point in the team, and here Oxford may expect to score . T . P . Clarke, A . C. Clarke, McTurk, and Hood are playing for their respective colleges, and A . Crosthwaite for Pembroke and . St. Peter's was not represented in the Freshmen ' s Match this year, but two men were playing who will be familiar to present Peterites : Williams and Broatch, of Durham School . Several very promising men were unearthed, notably : McDonnel, a forward, from Trinity College, Dublin ; Briggs, the Welsh International ; and Fitch, from Mill Hill School. The 5th and 9th passed over without any great excitement ; very few ' Varsity men were out, and so the few who were, were roughly handled by the town . Several colleges had bonfires, which in most cases were interrupted by the untimely appearance of the dons . The fates of the erring ones are still undecided . During the term concerts have been given by Sims Reeves, Charles Manners, Herr Joachim, and George Grossmith of Savoy fame . For the more serious minded undergraduate, Sir Richard Webster and Mr . Raikes are coming to speak at a banquet given by the Carlton Club, and Cavendish, at the opening of a new Hall, is to be honoured by the presence of Lord Hartington. SLACKER .

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OXFORD LETTER. T is with a feeling of considerable relief that your correspondent draws a veil over Oxford doings in the athletic world in '889 . and opens the clean page of a new academical year, with brighter prospects, we hope, or at least an average share of good fortune. We will not dwell on the black record of our past defeats ; are they not to be found writ large in the panegyrics of your Cambridge correspondent? To turn to the coming season, we may, I think, look forward to a better Rugby XV, than last year . The season has opened most auspiciously with four victories, three of them being ridiculously hollow. Of course it would be absurd to draw conclusions from these results alone, as long scores against inferior teams are no test of the capacity of a XV . ; but judging by the form displayed in the trial matches, we gather that our forwards will be at least as strong as last year, and our backs considerably stronger . Lane is captain, and of O .Ps . J . H . G. Wilson is on the committee. The river is at present devoted to the well-meant, but too often futile efforts of the aspiring freshman . Not content with the natural difficulties one finds in the art of rowing, one gentleman enveloped himself in academical costume and offered himself at the barges in cap and gown. Needless to say, his services were promptly accepted, and he made the journey to Iffley and back with all due solemnity ; even the Trials, it is said, gave way before the tn;a strlfusca . Until the coxwainless Fours, which will probably fall to New College, have been rowed, it is impossible to form any estimate of our prospects against Cambridge. Rumour bath it that Oxford was invaded in the Long by a horde of provincial bluestockings, who gossiped with the college porters, tipped the dons, and button-holed the Vice-Chancellor himself . They seem, however, to have done little harm, and their dissipations were of the mildest. A long deep howl was heard in Oxford the first night of term, when the new arrivals, from the effeminate Pomeranian to the sturdy boarhound, found themselves under strict muzzling orders . Certain bulldogs, however, of a pronounced breed, and peculiarly amiable features, have so far defied the police regulations . The police, they say, have not had the heart to run the poor things in. The Edinburgh Reviewer has been sharpening his pen, and has fallen tooth and nail on the Oxford system . Leaving out of sight the glaring

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inconsistencies in his philippic, we might point out that the University is not a commercial college on a large scale, or even a board school, dependent on Its educational results for a government grant . More than enough of such establishments may be found advertised in local papers, where learning is reduced to its lowest terms, and education resolved into a question of Z s . d. Of the doings of O .Ps . there is little to relate . J . H . G . Wilson is captain of the Queen ' s F.C ., which will have to dispute the headship with Trinity and Keble . Chadwick has been seen on the river and in the 1Vadham XV., and we hear that Peel has joined St . Catherine' s, and that Warwick has gone to Keble. The honours of O . Ps . in the Final Schools last term may be found in the October number of the Peferite. O . W . K.

DURHAM LI?TTI?R. Vae mihi ! Alack and alas 1 The daughters of Danaus have followed the fashion and struck for higher wages . Jupiter Pluvius has yielded to them, and so in gratitude they are pouring water through their sieves faster and faster on the wretched city of Durham . Hence for the last few days the flood on the river has put a stop to boating . Still when the boats do go out Chilman is to be found tugging at his oar in a four or seated in a pair teaching freshmen to row. In boating and classics we have gained a mighty man in the person of Dr . Kynaston, who holds the almost if not quite unique distinction of being senior classic and stroke of his 'Varsity Eight. On the football field both the Bulmans are prominent for University and City, while Cook was chosen to play for the 'Varsity against Northern, a match which did not come off. In the Association world there is some talk of sending a team to Cambridge . Let us hope vaulting ambition will not o ' erleap itself. Lastly, as regards Durham School the last account is that there are Only six of last year's caps left, and those not the pick of the team. From personal observation I should say that if St . Peter's plays all it knows the green and white will have to yield to the chocolate and white. Such, at any rate, is the devout prayer of all Durham Peterites . E. C.

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SCHOOL LETTER. T is with more pleasure than usual that we sit down to write some-

I thing on school successes, school good fortunes, school advances,

and if any, school failings. Let us begin with the all-absorbing topic—the Football Team. An unblemished record of successes, and those so easily obtained as to afford only moderate interest, at least, to on lookers . Our omens indeed are good, let us hope the realities may be as pleasant . As Horace sings, " there is a happy medium in all things ; " let us try to obtain one in our football sentiments. Two feelings are there which go towards aiding defeat, the one to over-rate our opponents, to fear where no fear is ; the other, and that perhaps the more fatal, to under-rate them, and thus fail, when a sense that the fight was equal, that it required the tension of every muscle and nerve to gain the day, might have saved us. Of the latter we know enough, and have suffered enough ; the influence of the former no Peterite would deign to confess that he had ever felt, but it creeps upon us without our knowing, it chills our hearts, and damps our enthusiasm, when most needed, unless indeed it be checked in time. Nothing but the intermediate stage can save us ; we may lose, we cannot be disgraced ; yet we may win, for the scale hangs even in the balance, and Amlentes fortuna juvat

which would be an admirable motto for all of us. So much to say of the football, but football is not the only success we congratulate ourselves upon, at last we see the house full again,—forty all burning to do something for the school, each according to his ability, whether great or small ; forty who are proud indeed of the house to which they belong. Nor does the topic of the theatricals afford less material for busy tongues . Bold indeed is our attempt, but again our mottto comes to the rescue and we do not feel it too much say that the Tempest shall add another success to the endless roll which Mr . Yeld has gained for us. Now a word on our paper itself, it has been characterized as "the worst school paper ever seen," this may or may not be true, but it is a standing disgrace to Peterites past and present, whether editors or non-contributors, that some interest in its contents cannot be aroused .

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If the paper is to succeed we must have contributions both from present and past members of the school ; we would address our appeal especially to the former, for it is shameful if no literary genius can be discovered among so many, or if not that, at least that no literary taste can be unearthed. Facilities will be afforded for future aspirants to literary fame to conceal their identity, if indeed it is modesty that restrains them, so let all begin in earnest and do something towards increasing the interest in our next number. All, we feel sure, were delighted at the new fervour and animation inspired in cricket during the last season, and preparations have al ready commenced to hinder such welcome feelings from subsiding . The centre of our cricket ground has been levelled, and now presents a surface as flat as the proverbial pancake, while the weaker brethren have not been overlooked, for no pains have been spared to lay out a portion of ground out of which wickets as perfect as any junior has had the privilege of playing on can be made. Nor should such efforts bear anything but good fruit, and soon we expect to see St . Peter's stand quite as high in the cricket world, and enjoy as much honour and fame, as it ever did and does now in that glorious recreation—the gentle game of football.

CRICKET ACCOUNT FOR 1889. EXPENDITURE.

RECEIPTS. Balance from 1888 Subscriptions . .

13 14 42 17

Balance .. £'56 11

s . d. 6 16 3 5 2 9 0 7 8 2 8 0

Brooks J . Walker (machine) Iloltby Alan for mowing Order for Brooks Four bats . . Ground, &c . . . . . . Order to Shaw Advertising for Pro. . . Crowther Mitchell Telegram and Post . . Wicket-keeping Gloves .. Cricket Balls . . Fare to Durham Fare to Ripon James . .

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HERODOTUS IN THE NORTH WEST. HOSE who are acquainted with the writings of Herodotus will

T remember the language in which he speaks of all distant and unknown countries ; from the following fragment it would seem that the interest awakened leads him to cross the Alps and at any rate visit Gaul . If a date must be assigned for this journey, we should venture to suggest that it was made during his long stay in Southern Italy . The fragment will be of great interest to Englishmen as it contains the earliest known account of their country . That class of superfine critics, which is now on the increase, may contend that the inhabitants of Britain were not then the mixed people he describes them, and also that they were not then known by the name Angli . Other points of detail may be called into question as involving anachronisms—such as the use of tobacco, and the migration of the Gauls into Asia . But it must be noticed that Ierodotus simply says that the natives inhale the smoke of leaves, and does not specify the kind ; he speaks of observing the practise himself in Gaul, and of the Angli he is careful to say that all his information was obtained by hearsay from the Gauls . The fragment begins as follows : These things I learned when in Galatia, beyond the Alps, from which they say the Galatians in Asia migrated when pressed by famine ; and I can well believe this to have happened, for in these parts food such as the Greeks use is so scarce that the natives live on frogs and even more loathsome reptiles, and are in other things also most unclean . They of necessity, very clever in concealing the taste of such fond so that the flavour when cooked deceives strangers and is very like to winged fowl . Beyond them live the Angli ; but I could not cross into their country for want of guides ; for the Gauls are chary of navigating the neck of ocean that lies between, and indeed have wished to make a tunnel under the sea from the one country to the other—a work far exceeding the pyramid of Cheops, or the canal of Necho, or any other wonder which I saw in Egypt . But for this purpose they had not means enough . nor would the Angli contribute thereto, for they held that the Gauls wished to assail their wealth and that it was for this purpose and not to escape nausea that the Gauls wished to make the tunnel .

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To this people belong the tin-bearing islands or Cassiterides, from which they make so much profit, that money and coin in general is called among them by the name of tin . About them the Gauls tell many and strange tales, some of which seem to me incredible, nor indeed are the reports of enemies and the envious always to be believed without hesitation . They live on beef and beer, a liquor distilled from barley and hops and they pass much of their time in inhaling the smoke of certain dried leaves imported from afar by sea. [Obviously by the Northmen, to whose discovery of America we must therefore assign a very early date, and also suppose that they penetrated further south than has hitherto been credited . The date of their Sagas is so uncertain that the supposition is not excessive . EDITOR ' S No'rE .] And this thing proves that the further north you travel the more barbarous are the nations you meet . For whereas the Italians and even the Gauls for this purpose roll the leaf in thin papers, the Angli place it in bowls and inhale it by a hollow stem . Of these bowls there are three kinds ; the first, which is chiefly used by the wealthier classes is formed of dried foam from the Baltic Sea, and some carve it cunningly into grotesque figures of Thor and \Voden or other deities; that of the middle classes from various kinds of wood such as the cherry, which they choose for the pleasant smell given forth when heated . But the poorer use tubes of clay, drawn into different lengths. The longer kind is such that it may be placed in the mouth, while the bowl rests in the hand when the arm is fully stretched : these are used by the older men who are past work, or by' the younger when night comes on and they meet in taverns to discuss the government of the country, and more especially to drink beer and other intoxicating liquors ; for all of them each night seek to make themselves drunk, and he who can take most and still stand upright is considered the king of the feast, and most worthy of respect in his village . The shorter clay tubes are used while working in the fields, in order to keep the nose warm and ward off the excessive cold. [ !o be Continued.]

CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editor of the Peterite, DEAR SIR,—Permit me to draw your attention to a matter which may

at first sight appear slight and unimportant : but though indeed on the surface it may seem so, yet in its consequences it is of the utmost

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moment . I refer to the unfriendly spirit (to say the least of it,) in which so often the practice games are carried on . It is a disgrace that a well contested game cannot be played without some unpleasantness on one side or the other, and indeed such conduct cannot do anything but harm to the school, for it is perfectly easy for spectators to perceive what is going on among the players, on such occasions, and for them to draw their conclusions accordingly . Nay, more, it must not only materially increase the bad name which football is rapidly requiring, but also, and what is more important, seriously affect the moral tone of those engaged, both in the present and future. Those who cannot endure a losing game, obtain none of the educational and moral advantages which any game, worth calling a game, affords ; and if they are unable to bear defeat in a mere practice game, what will they do in a match, what in the great battle of life? A WELLWISHER. DEAR SIRS,—Whilst reading through a Brighton College Magazine I

saw an account of their School Concert, and at the end I observed the School Song : sung by the school and choir ! Has it never struck ye, ye Peterites, that our noble school lacketh a school song? We have a poet amongst us and more than one musician, as the members of the school house know full well ! Could it not be arranged that the school on these long winter nights might have some practice for their lungs, and try to awake those echoes which so long have remained in silence? Hoping that this will catch the eye of the authorities . I remain, one who believes that MUSIC HATH CHARMS TO SOOTHE THE SAVAGE BREAST . " DEAR SIRS,—AS once more the 5th has gone by, I wish through your columns to inquire why this clay passes off thus unobserved . In looking back to the history of that celebrated conspirator, Guy Fawkes, you will find that he pursued his educational course at this school. Why then do we not take more notice of this memorable day, which passes away so uneventfully with us . Whilst we hear the outer world indulging in fiery sports, we bury our heads in our books and long for fun which is not to be ours . Hoping you will find room for my letter, and that this state of affairs will not be allowed t .) continue . I remain, yours truly, SQUIB .

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COXWAINLESS QUADRAMETERS. IIow ripping to ride on a gee, thought I, How grand to slang bow 2 or 3, thought I ; Though the boat will be beat It may yet win a heat, Then what fame and what glory for me, thought I. So I mounted me up on my nag, I slid, And forthwith proceeded to rag, I did, But their course showed such great Falling off from the straight, That I found steering rather a fag, I did. But I said I would steer in the race, did I, And I hoped they would show off their pace, did I ; But when " In " I shouted They recklessly outed, Till I yelled myself green in the face, did I. The grassy' grew near us a lump, it did, And the Red Grind 2 acknowledged their bump, it did, And then the old gee Started off on a spree, And left me astride of a stump, it slid. Was ever a bat half so blind, they said, Why, we might have kept clear of the grind, they said, Ilad our coach but told bow To steer out at the Plough, a But, confound him, he's out of his mind, they said.

SEMPER IDEM. " The world is full of judgment days ." " A man is a method, a progressive arrangement, a selecting principle . " " A man's action is only a picture book of his creed ."

Youth and love should last for ever, And yet they're but a golden dream— A golden dream ! The lust of rank and wealth can sever, Whilst age cloth dull the eye's bright beam, And deck the brow in silvery sheen In silvery sheen ! Nay, constant to a noble aim, And loyal to man, because he' s man— Because he's man. Till death my youth I'll e'er retain, Should fortune smile or should she ban, That youth of heart when love began When love began. i A famous corner .

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NOTES AND ITEMS—OLD PETERITE CLUB. Thus cries the child, indignant, sore That thoughts like these his world should mar, His world should mar ! But happy he if, e'er the same, Free, faithful, staunch, in years to come, Such hopefulness should still remain His bright and guiding star.

NOTES AND ITEMS. has been elected to the Head-mastership of the City of London School . He was elected to a Foundation Scholarship at this School under the Rev . Canon Elwyn in 1868, and i' ' 1871 obtained the School Exhibition. On October 2nd, at the Church of St . Philip and St . James, Clifton, a marriage was solemnised between W . H . Jackson, of Salisbury, and Mary Emma, eldest daughter of George Hornby, Esq , Surgeon, York. C . P . CLARKE obtained a try in the Yorkshire County Trial Match for the Possibles versus Probables, and is placed first reserve forward. J . H . G. WILSON is on the committee of the O .U .R .F.C. L . HUTCIIINGS rowed in a University Trial Eight, and rowed stroke for Selwyn College in the Coxwainless Fours. R . CROSTH\AITE has been elected a member of the Cambridge University Hare and Hounds Committee. H . F . CHADWICK ran second in the Quarter-mile at the Oxford Freshmen's Sports, and at the W'adham College Sports was first in the Long Jump, Putting the Weight, and the Half-mile Handicap. A . T . POLLARD

OLD PETERITE CLUB. The Annual Meeting of the Old Peterite Club will be held on the 19th of December, not on the 18th, as has been announced . Agenda —Election of members and presentation of accounts. The Old Peterite dinner will take place on Friday, December 20th, at the Station Hotel, York, at 7 .30 p .m . Old Peterites desirous of attending who may not have received invitations should send their names immediately to Arthur Peters, St . Peter ' s Grove, York, or to F. Ware, Driftield Terrace, York. P .P.S .—C . P. Clarke is selected to play for Yorkshire v . Middlesex, December 9th . On December 4th, the School was victorious in the final tie in the competition for the Yorkshire Public Schools ' Challenge Cup.

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No . 84.

HERODOTUS IN THE NORTH WEST. (Continued.) ND in other things they seem to the Gauls to be foolish . For they love

A {airplay and sympathize with the weaker side, and have great

respect for the women among them, giving them much freedom and power, so much so that many endure to see the wife rule the household and yet complain not . They also love' to wash, and they bathe in cold water, and live in the open air, employing their time even up to midwinter in many ridiculous out-door games. These they profess to have invented for the sake of amusement, but the Gauls say it is to encourage and stimulate their anger and passions—for among them manly skill and brute force are synonymous . Chief among the summer games is the following : they erect small sticks at either en1 of a level piece of ground, at which two men stand with clubs of wood ; the others spread themselves over the field, and seek either by fraud to hit the sticks with a heavy leather ball, or else by violent throwing to lame, or otherwise maim the club carriers ; but they seek to strike the leather far away and , while the others pursue, run speedily between the sticks until either the sticks are knocked down, or the runner injured and rendered incapable of continuing . Of the object of this running, or how the game is concluded, the Gauls could tell me nothing ; but they say that a man skilled with the club will sometimes run nearly three days without ceasing . In the winter they mark out a square piece of ground, and at either end fix two posts bearing a cross bar . This game is exceedingly brutal . The players divide into equal numbers and endeavour either to carry the ball behind the posts, or to kick it over the bar . Some do this by putting their heads together in a crowd and

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pushing at each other in a goat-like manner, kicking the while at ball and legs indiscriminately. Others skilfully gather the ball, which is something the shape of an egg, only larger, and placing it under one arm, escape behind the posts with nimbleness and speed, while with the other they strike, if possible in the face, any who try to oppose. The losing side seek to prevent this by protecting the ball with their bodies, grovelling on the ground in the dirt, and for this they consider it an honour to go home with a bleeding nose and scarred shins, or even a broken collar-bone . So enthusiastic are they over this pastime, that not only do the younger, but also the elder, who collect at Bosphorus and elsewhere to hear the sophists and rhetoricians, engage therein . For indeed the greater part are without sense of the humanizing arts and music. The city of Bosphorus lies three days journey up the Tamesis from the chief town of the country. There lived there once a man of vast size, who is said to have made many improvements in the game I have described . But he seems to have been somewhat cowardly for all his strength, and no true Anglian . For I have already said that the Angli love fair play, but he taught his friends to hand the ball rapidly from hand to hand, so that the opponents were the more deceived and unfairly bewildered, while his own men escaped the rough usage which they feared ; for it is forbidden to rend or kick a man without the ball, and to do so is called dirty play . I-Iowbeit the Angli honoured him exceedingly, and wished to erect a statue to him at Bosphorus, in the court of his house, but it was thought that the statue would, from its size, be both too costly and too large ; hence it was resolved to set up the model of a single leg, but those who have control of the traffic of the country, feared that the weight of even this part would break the bridges on the road . The same man also is said to have trodden on the ball and burst it ; therefore he never played again because he seemed to have grown over fat. In order to mitigate the ferocity of the play and decide points of dispute, they originally chose one man ; but when he was convicted of favouring one party, each side elected their own . But no good came of this either, for each side would, of set purpose, choose the man whom they knew to be skilled in lying, and of most unblushing effrontery ; for so they had an extra man to assist . So when the judges were turned into advocates, they decided to choose a third man who

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should hold the balance, and who, by blowing on a whistle, should cause the game to cease when they transgressed the rules, or wantonly stamped upon each other . But not even so did they find satisfaction; for few men could be found willing to brave the violence of the players or hired supporters, who are there in order to encourage and applaud roughness of play . Indeed, I hear that certain societies take men, wherever they go, to encourage the players to " rough them", and also that at certain towns notices are posted forbidding spectators to stone the umpires and referees—for so they name the judges . Certain it is that at times the fragments of the umpire have been carried home in a sack ; this I know to be true, for I myself have seen a picture of it, and so have many others whom I know. Nor does success even bring any cleansing of passions . for the victors, as they ride home in carriages, hold great soirees, and are as dangerous to each other as to their foes. The Gauls also tell me that there is another sort played, in which the ball is kicked under the bar instead of over ; but the Gauls know little of either, and I have only discovered the truth with great labour and difficulty ; for the Angli are not kindly to strangers, being descended from pirates and the scum of many northern nations who have been expelled by their peoples for disorder . For these reasons they are the most turbulent and morose race of men whom we know by hearsay. Beyond them live the Caledonii who feed on oatmeal and whiskey. These are much given to miserliness and The fragment here abruptly ends . We may point out that Herodotus' remarks especially apply to Yorkshire, and that there is evidence of a very early Frisian settlement, near Hull. This may account for the possible confusion in the use of the term Angli, for the writer has very pardonably failed to distinguish these two Teutonic nations . The presence of the Northmen is sufficiently proved by the use of tobacco, and the intermixture of these two nations with the Britons, is ample justification for his concluding remarks.

THE THEATRICALS. OR thirteen successive years, St . Peter's has been enabled, mainly

F through the untiring energy of Mr . Yeld, to give her School Play;

this year, the fourteenth, The Tempest was selected, for we had with us one who had the making of a first-rate Prospero, and Prosperos, like

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poets, are not' made, but born . The difficulties of the play—which is more a poem than a play—the exigencies in mounting it—the accompaniments—rendered the task more severe than any we have yet undertaken : two of the actors were engaged in Scholarship work at Cambridge ; the Costumier did not or could not treat us as well as usual, perhaps for the reason that Vie Tempest is so seldom put upon the stage, that there is no recognised form of costume for some of the characters ; in fact, Arid passed through several metamorphoses before he at last gave satisfaction . However, the greater the difficulties to be overcome, the greater the success achieved, so that, judged by this criterion, at least, the play was a marked success. First and foremost, we must again acknowledge a deep debt of gratitude to our Stage Manager for the thorough interest which he threw into his work from beginning to end, and those who witness the minute care with which he trains his actors, cannot be surprised at the high standard they obtain—in fact, we might feel inclined to parody an old remark, and say, the theatricals are Mr . Yeld . The Committee and Secretaries worked hard, and Mr . Handford had many useful suggestions to offer, and his general assistance was invaluable, while Mr. \Vhittam ' s bottled lightning was most natural and realistic in its effects. . Of the music of the songs, we speak with diffidence—they bore the mark of a master-hand, and we are sure that Dr . Naylor ' s compositions were fully appreciated by the, audience, and contributed in an especial degree to the success of the performances. The scenery, the work of T . H . Lindberg, Esq ., and R . Jack, Esq ., assisted by J . A. Easten, R . C . T . Laybourne, and F . Crowther, was very effective . Dr . Hingston kindly lent flowers to adorn the proscenium, and the hall was decorated with flags and shields commemorative of the former plays. The difficulties of representing the shipwreck were overcome by the omission of the first scene, and as the overture by the York City Band was finished, the play, as represented, very appropriately opened with the confused cries of the sailors We split! We split !" and flashes of lightning revealed various beasts of the island, and Prospero calming the storm . The somewhat tedious scene that follows was wel l acted by J . A . Easten, as Praspero, and W . H . M . Hancock, who looked exceedingly well, as Miranda . Of the difficulties of Easten ' s

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part, it is unnecessary to speak ; its length is enough to task the powers of any actor . He pourtrayed the character of Prospero with true dignity, and he delivered his lengthy speeches with remarkable clearness ; but our interest increased with the entrance of Cal/ban and Arid. W . A . Hudson, as Caliban, was, perhaps, at his best in this scene, though he acted well all through ; his voice and action were good, but in the later scenes, he was apt to let his voice become too natural and refined for such a " thing of darkness " ; his song, "Freedom, hey-day, " at the end of this scene, was well done . As Arid, G . Yeld looked mischievous and airy, and his acting throughout of a part, which, for its tax upon the powers of a young boy, is second to none in difficulty, was received with applause . His singing was very fair, though rather uncertain at times, and he was unfortunately hampered by a cold, as were others of the Company on the last night. The music of " Come unto these yellow sands, " and " Full fathom five, " with its burden of "ding, dong, bell," was very pleasing, and we are grateful to Dr . Naylor for making this an opportunity for composing such dainty numbers . J . Snowden was a very fair Ferdinand ; he had what is always a somewhat awkward part, and though, perhaps, a little wanting in by-play, he acted very suitably throughout. The scenes where Alonzo and the rest of the shipwrecked lords are introduced—slightly docked from the original—were very well done, thanks to F . Mitchell, who made a good lord Gonzalo, and C . F. Padel, who showed true turn for tragedy, as Alonzo. Williams was really excellent in his part of the villain, Lord Antonio, but he was scarcely so well backed up by R . C . Tute, as Sebastian, who was rather cold and lacking in spirit and go . Laybourne and Crowther looked well as Adrian and Francisco. These scenes were very interesting, but undoubtedly the pieces de resistance were the comic scenes between Trinculo, Stephano and Caliban . Wilkinson, when he really warmed to his work, played the jester well, while of Naylor it is impossible to speak too highly ; from the time of his entrance with the song, " The master, the swabber, " right on to the end of the play, he represented Stephano to the life ; he thoroughly entered into the spirit of his part, and his by-play— perhaps the real test of an actor' s powers—was inimitable . To select any part for especial praise is impossible, as it was all so admirably

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done . The banquet scene was very effective, and the strange shapes who brought in the table, with actions of salutation in time to a " Brawl " (of the 16th century) were very grotesque . The Goddess : s,. Iris, Ceres, and Juno, looked very well, and the music of the chorus, " Honour, Riches, Marriage blessing, " composed by Dr . Naylor, was very taking ; it was fairly well rendered and was demanded again. Another pretty item in the same scene, perhaps the prettiest in the play, was the dance, a Pavane of 1562, of the Shepherds and Nymphs, and in answer to repeated applause this also was given a second time. Stephano, Trine:do, and Caliban were again excellent, and their rout by a curious pack of hounds was very amusing. In the final scene fresh characters appeared in the Boatswain and Master, personated by A . II. Sutton and T . S . Gillatt, whose make-up was very fine . Upon the fall of the curtain, J . A . Easten appeared in front and delivered the Epilogue, full of point and interest, written by Mr . Yeld . The curtain then rose upon a prettily grouped tableau, and the gathering broke up with cheers for the Dean, Mr . and Mrs. Handford, &c . The whole play was well worked up ; that it was an unqualified success no one who was present can deny. The actors performed well and the audience appreciated their work. We append the full cast and details of the scenery and music : C . F . C . PADEL. Alonzo, King of Naples . . R . C . TUTE. Sebastian, his brother .. Prospero, the right Duke of Milan .. J . A . FASTEN. Antonio, his brother, the usur ping Duke of Milan .. . II . II . WILLIAMS. Ferdinand, son of the King of Naples . . J . C . SNOWDEN. Gonzalo, an honest old Counsellor .. . . F . MITCHELL. Adrian R . C . T . LAYBOURNE. i Lords .. f Francisco F . C . CROWTHER. Caliban, a savage and deformed Slave . . W . A . HUDSON. Trmczelo, a Jester . . .. K. E . T . WILKINSON. Stephano, a drunken Butler .. . . II . D . NAYLOR. Master of a Ship .. . . T . S . GILLATT. A . H SUTTON. Bo.ztszvain . . W . HANCOCK. Miranda, daughter to Prospero Arid, an airy Spirit .. . . G . G . YELI). II . R . OWTRAM. Iris G . J . SCOTT. Ceres jz[1L0 presented by Spirits . . . . . . . . C . C . D . I'ANSON. Nymphs G. CROWTHER, T . H . BINGIIAM, H . B . GREEVES, W . A. Rose:, Reapers A. W . EASTWOOD, F . M . BINGIIAM, E . MORTIMER, W . S . DOUGLAS . Other spirits attending on Prospero .

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The Scene is laid in an Island. ACT I. Near Prospero's Cell. AC1' If. Another part of the Island. ACT III. SCENE 1 .—Near Prospero's Cell. SCENE 2.—Another part of the Island. ACTS IV AND V. Before Prospero's Cell. The New Scenery by T . H . LINDBERG, Esq ., and R. JACK, Esq , assisted by J . A. EASTEN, R . C . T. LAYBOURNE and F . C . CROWTIIER.

THE MUSIC. ACT I.—ARIEL's SoNG .—" Come unto these yellow sands." ARIEL' S SONG.—" Full fathom five thy father lies ." ACT II .—ARIEL' s SONG.—" While you here do snoring lie ." STEPHANO's SONG .—" The master, the swabber, the boatswain and I . " CALIBAN'S SONG.—" No more dams I'll make for fish." ACT III.—THE CATCH .—Ariel's Tabor Music.—" Flout 'em and scout 'em ." ACT IV .—MARRIAGE SONG .—" Honour, riches, marriage blessing ." The Music Jar all these songs has been composed specially for the occasion, by Dr. Naylor, Organist of York Minster. ACT V .--ARIEL's SONG .— " Where the bee sucks," by Dr . Arne, circa 1750. The Dance for strange shapes in Act III ., Scene 2, is a Brawl of the 16th century. The Dance for Nymphs and Reapers in Act IV . is a Pavane of 1562. ACCOMPANIST, C . L . NAYLOR, Esq . (O .P .) Organist of Emmanuel College, Cambridge.

THE STAFF. Stage Manager . Prompter . . Under-Prompter Property-Man Super-Master . . Call Boys . .

. . G . VELD, ESQ. H. G. METCALFE. . . E . W. CLARKE. R . WHINCUP. . . ... . F. Mrrcl-IELL. H . WHITBY and C. SPENCE .

The Thunder and Lightning under the management of Rev . G . T . HANDFORD and M . WHITIAM, Esq.

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THE EPILOGUE, SPOKEN BY J . A. EASTEN.

Sweet Friends from town and country, old and new, Our heartiest welcome let me offer you. 'We thank you deeply for the favour shewn us, Your cheers our dividend, your smiles our bonus ; In your applause—in previous years well tested— Our every hope of pleasure we invested : Though one' we miss from 'mong you who has ever Helped us to gain success for our endeavour. 'We trust her sojourn by the western foam May send her soon refreshed and strengthened home. The School in the past year has thriven all round ; Honours for past and present boys abound. Mr . Commissioner' we congratulate, May health and wealth upon promotion wait : The Alpine Club rejoices too, 'tis plain, None now can doubt that mountaineers are sane. Another we acclaim on victory won, Now F.R .S . is Herbert Tomlinson,' His is with us a " memorable nomen," And his success to-day an excellent omen. Our fine new laboratory—please inspect it— Aims at success and will, we trust, effect it. Once more reward upon desert attends, Reward looked forward to by Pollards" friend ; ; Pollard 'mong Teachers for the foremost rank meant As plainly as 'mong streets the Thames Embankment. Our thanks for the honour done to his old school, Long may his new one prosper 'neath his rule. At Durham, Chilman's 6 found the learned among; At Cambridge, Crosthwaite,° both the Clarkes, 7 and Young s , While Herbert Thompson,° of him we are proud, A bright exception to the cramming crowd, An Indian Civil straight from school obtained, And for St. Peter's fame and honour gained. And Trinculo's 10 wit has not gone unrewarded, As Exhibition shews at Caius awarded. Nor have our games fall'n back—our cricket ' s better; Our football this year marked with a red letter. Wilson" still plays for Oxford, C. B. Clarke" For Yorkshire County has just made his mark, While Rhodes," York City's captain, is as clever, Unselfish, swift, and dangerous as ever ; " Centre three-quarters " too, has Yorkshire seen him, And I ' ve no doubt to play again they mean him. But stay—Come, Arid, come .

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Enter ARIEL. Hark! in thine ear. ARIEL. My Lord, 'ere you twice breathe he shall be here.

Enter GovzAI .o. Friends, here's the chief who led us on to glory, Swiftly and sure, although his locks are hoary, Captain, were proud you've won the Challenge Cup, All join with me in saying, "Keep it up ." Last week too, Durham by a try defeated, The longed-for roll of victory completed. Neer may St . Peted's Football Team be weaker, Quick, AsiEb ., that's my spirit, with the beaker.

Exit Alum., and re-enter with Me Challenge Cup .' A health to friends and valiant foes, and may Next year behold as hardly-fought a fray. Long live the School, and long may fortune bless Her scholars and her athletes with success. 1. Mrs . Gilbert. 2. Dr . T. Clifford Allbutt, formerly Scholar of Caius College, Cambridge (member of the Alpine Club), appointed Commissioner in Lunacy. . Herbert Tom'inson, formerly Student of Christ Church, Oxford, elected a Fellow of the Royal Society. Mr. Toinlinson's father was for many years Master of the Civil and Military Department at St . Peter's. 4. Arthur Tempest Pollard, formerly Scholar of Wadham College, Oxford, appointed Head Master of the City of London School. 5. G . H . Chilman elected to an open Classical Scholarship of £4o per annum at Durham University. 6. R . Crosthwaite elected to a Mathematical Scholarship of £4o per annum at the May Examination at Pembroke College, Cambridge. 7. '1' . P. Clarke, Trinity College, Cambridge, elected to a Foundation Sizarship of £roo per annum . A . C . Clarke, Exhibitioner of Emmanuel College, Cambridge, elected to a Goldsmiths' Exhibition of £5o per annum. 8. H . M . Young, St . Catherine's College, Cambridge, elected to the Jarrett Scholarship. 9. Herbert Thompson, Mathematical Exhibitioner of Trinity College, Cambridge, one of 49 successful candidates for the Indian Civil Service . He passed in direct from the School. ,o . K . E . T . Wilkinson, elected to an Exhibition of £3o per annuli . in Classics at Gonville, and Caius College, Cambridge. n . J . H . G. Wilson, Hastings Exhibitioner of Queen 's College, Oxford, plays "forward" in the Oxford University Rugby Football Fifteen. 12. C . E . Clarke, late Spencer Scholar of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge, played "forward" for Yorkshire against Middlesex. r3 . H . W. Rhodes, late Exhibitioner of Worcester College, Oxford, Captain of the York City Rugby Fifteen, played " centre three-quarter back" for Yorkshire against Surrey. The Yorkshire Public Schools' Rugby Football Challenge Cup. 14 .

FOOTBALL. HE result of the first and most important part of the School

T Football Season was eminently satisfactory . Ten matches were played, of which eight were won, one lost, and one drawn . The wins were over Durham School, Ripon School, Leeds Grammar School, Yorkshire College, Bradford Old Boys, Bradford Grammar School, L'

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Thorparch Grange, and Pocklington School . The only defeat was at the hands of a very strong team of Old Boys, and a drawn game was played with St. Thomas's, York, this being a most unsatisfactory game all through. The superiority of the School over its opponents may be judged from the respective scores . In the ten matches St . Peter's scored 32 goals 40 tries, against 7 goals 9 tries of their opponents, of which 5 goals and 2 tries were scored by the Old Boys . After such a performance as this it is greatly to be regretted that it was not possible to arrange matches with Sedbergh and Giggleswick, for on paper form, though the latter would have fallen an easy prey, a match with Sedbergh—so far unbeaten—would have been very close . The principal try getters were Garland and Mitchell, the former scoring in every match except the Old Boys, his total number of tries being 21 ; Mitchell besides getting 17 tries dropped 2 goals . Metcalfe, Crowther, Snowden, Sutton, Hudson, and S . Bingham were responsible for 4 tries each, and 1 each were got by Wilkinson, Laybourne, Douglas, and Padel . Browne kicked 29 goals from tries and r from a free kick. The season began with a runaway match against Bradford Grammar School. The experiment of playing Mitchell at half proved an unqualified success, for in addition to scoring numerous tries he dropped a goal . This was followed by a ridiculously easy victory over Pocklington School, who showed a very rudimentary idea of the game, and would hardly have been a match for the second team . Such matches as these cannot do any good, and we sincerely hope they may not be kept up . The match with the Yorkshire College was much better contested, but the superior combination of the School backs enabled them to obtain a substantial majority of points eventually. The forwards seemed at first rather sluggish, as was only natural after the lack of opposition in the earlier matches . The Bradford Old Boys were the next victims, and fell an easy prey to the excellent passing tactics of the School, who in the match with the Yorkshire College had evidently improved . About the next match—against St . Thomas ' s— the less said the better. It was a rough, unsatisfactory game in every way, and though the custom of leaving the field before the game is over is generally to be deprecated it was the only possible course for the School to adopt on this occasion . The game was kept very close by the St. Thomas's forwards, who were much ; the heavier lot, and ended in a draw. Another runaway victory was gained over Thorparch,

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the game soon developing into a mere piece of passing practice for the School . Garland showed that he could take a pass in almost any position, and the forwards seemed to take a lesson from the backs. The ball was passed from one to another in a way that would have been wonderful in a goo' match, and even as it was seemed to give the team confidence in each other . That this was the case was proved by the really fine game played by the whole team against Leeds Grammar School in the second round of the Yorkshire Public Schools Cup Ties . The match had been looked forward to with the keenest interest, and on paper the teams were about even . Leeds, who had beaten Ripon and Giggleswick in ordinary matches, and had also beaten St . Peter's last season, perhaps considered they had slightly the better chance, especially as the match was to be on their own ground, There was not really much to choose between the two teams individually, though Garland was head and shoulders above anyone else, and the kicking of Mitchell and Metcalfe was almost perfect. The superiority of St . Peter's lay in their combination . They were all perfectly unselfish and very accurate, and it was most gratifying to all who had watched the team from the beginning of the season to see the success of the tactics which had from the first been marked out as most likely to ensure victory . The Leeds men kicked splendidly and their passing—qua passing—was at times good : it was their method which failed—for instance they never seemed to think of taking a pass otherwise than standing still, whereas their opponents took their' s at full speed, as no doubt they should be taken . May the success of the team of this season encourage future teams to play on the same lines ; let them play hard from the very kick off, and not have a score to wipe off in the last few minutes as has so often been the case with . the School teams of late years . That it can be done when all are determined to play together and have thorough confidence in each other— xithout any particular superiority of individual players—this season has clearly proved . The match against Ripon in the final was a repetition of the Leeds match . The whole team played together in the same unselfish manner, and wrested the cup from its holders for a year at any rate by 6 tries to 2 . But one match yet remained —a match which we had so far tried in vain to win—against Durham School . Rumour said they were a strong team—especially forward—but that they would be outplayed behind the scrimmage . And so it proved, for after a most

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exciting and hard fought game they were defeated by a try to nothing. The forwards were very evenly matched—the York forwards playing much better than they had done in any previous match—and it was their superiority behind which gave them the pull . Garland 's try was a very fine piece of play, and was obtained after a splendid piece of picking up . The hard ground probably prevented the score from being larger . The last match, that against the Old Boys, was played on the York ground the day after the School play . The exertions of most of the team during the week were not calculated to improve their football, and they hardly did themselves justice . Brit for all that they played a plucky losing game on a ground which was very much against their style of play, and though beaten were by no means disgraced. So ended perhaps the most successful term the School has ever had. And the cause of this success was undoubtedly the energy of the captain and the ready and willing attention given by his team to coaching. The only way to ensure success is by constant practice, and the way has been laid open for future victories for St . Peter's in the junior games instituted last year and carried on regularly now. But few matches were played last term by the second team, which owing to the large number of new men wanted for the first team, was not very strong . They however showed great promise for another year, some of them being especially good--notably Whitby and Spence . Among the smaller boys too, there is plenty of material, Rose, Eastwood, Whincup i . and ii ., Sargeant and Shepherd always showing up well, and proving a great deal too much for their opponents from Clifton . Let them always show the same keenness as they have done this year, and there need be no fear that the School will descend from its present high position for many a year . Before closing we must say how much we sympathise with Naylor, who has not been able to play owing to a bad ear . His loss was greatly felt in the scrimmage, as he was a sterling hardworking forward, but let us hope that the success of the team which he helped so vigorously last season has in part consoled him . The following are the characters of the team : (Capt .)—12 st. 5 Ibs. ; half-back . Played very consistently and unselfishly all through, and did a tremendous amount of work, especially towards the end of the term in the more important matches ; kicks strongly and juliciously, almost always

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into touch, and is one of the few tacklers of the team . Has developed into a good captain, and to his energy in that position much of the success of the team is due. H. G. METCALFE.--IO St . 3 lbS . ; half-back, A good half, kicks and passes very well . Would be very much better if he would keep more to his own side of the scrimmage . Saves a rush splendidly. K. E . T . WILKINSON .—IO st. 8 lbs . ; forward . The hardest worker in the team, more effective in the scrimmage than in the open; tackles fairly. J . O . GARLAND . — :o St . ; three-quarter back . Much improved since last season . A most consistent scorer : very good at taking a pass ; good kick, and tackled well in matches. F. C . CROwTHER .—IO St . 7 lbs . ; three-quarter back . Rather an inconsistent player ; sometimes very good . Passes well, and generally marks his opposing centre ; poor kick and not a great tackler. A . H . SUTTON .—I I St . 12 lbs . ; forward . The best forward in the team ; did great service in the open . Follows up well and tackles strongly. S . O . BINGHAM .—I I St . 7 lbs . ; forward . Seems to have found his

place at last. Made a really good forward, worked hard in the scrimmage, and did good work in the loose . Good tackler. W . A. HunsoN .—I i st . 41bs . ; forward . Good dribbler and useful in the line out . Inclined to shirk the scrimmage. IV . M . CARTER.—10 St . I z lbs . ; forward . Perhaps the best dribbler in the team . Always followed up fast and tackled well. R . C . T . LAYBOURNE . —I I St. 7 lbs . ; useful forward, especially good in the line out. J . A . BROwNE .-9 St . I lb . ; back . Very poor tackler, but good kick. Fell off a little towards the end of the term ; did nearly all the place kicking . Generally stood too near the scrimmage. J . C . SNOWDEN .-9 st. 4 lbs . ; three-quarter back . Only came into the team in the last few matches, and fully justified his selection. Was fast and neat, and useful at putting the finishing touch to a try . Poor kick ; weak tackler. F . M . BINGHAM .—10 St . S lbs . ; forward . Very good at the beginning of the season, dribbling and tackling well . Fell off in the latter respect. Ought to be good next year.

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W . S . DOUGLAS .-9 St . 3 lbs . ; forward . Did a great deal of work for

his size . Generally worked his way through the scrimmage, and tackled splendidly. C . F . C. PADEL .—I O st. 7 lbs . ; forward . Hard worker, who should improve with practice.

YORKSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS' CHALLENGE CUP. ROUND II.

ST . PETER'S v. LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL. This match was played at Leeds, on our opponent's ground, in cold, dull weather . The Leodiensians kicked off, but a good return was made, and a scrimmage was formed in the Leeds 25 . Then Sutton made a nice dribble, and Metcalfe with a neat screw into touch brought the ball on to our opponent ' s line . Their halves, however, were too smart, and by some fumbling among the Peterite backs, the Leeds men relieved . Metcalfe kicked two minors in rapid succession and Mitchell displayed some good kicking, but the passing of our backs was hampered by the careful marking of the opposing three-quarters. Two more minors were next scored . Crowther got hold, made a good run and pass, but the Leeds forwards by a combined rush brought play to the centre . Garland, however, getting possession, made a neat run and Sutton from the scrimmage scored a capital try between the posts. Browne placed the goal. On resuming, play ruled for a time in our 25, but Mitchell seized the ball from the touch line and after a long and dodgy run got across . Browne kicked a beautiful goal . The kick oft was a poor one, the reply worse, and play followed on the centre line. Here Sutton made several displays of high collaring and short dribbles, which gained some ground, yet still the ball remained in neutral territory . Snowdon next made two nice runs, and Hudson handing off strongly gained a try which was not converted, though the attempt was good . Crowther replied with a long return to the kick off, but even scrimmaging ensued till Metcalfe by a good kick transferred play to the Leeds line . Then Mitchell nicely passing to Snowden, enabled the same player to score a try, which Browne converted . Nothing of importance followed before half-time, the score standing : St . Peter' s School, 3 goals, 4 tries 4 minors to Leeds, nil . After the usual five

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minutes, the teams crossed over and the game was resumed . At first, play ruled in the Leeds 25, but our opponents obtaining a free kick, made good use of it and brought the ball into our ground . Crowther relieved, but Leeds obtained another free kick to which Snowden made only a fair reply. Mitchell struggled hard to relieve matters, but in some desultory play Leeds obtained a try near the touch line, and Westcott kicked a beautiful goal . Even play followed in the centre, York shewing their superiority in the scrimmage . Some long exchanges were made in replying to numerous free kicks, but no decisive move was made by either side. Then a fly kick brought the ball near our line . Garland relieved by a good run, and a beautiful left leg kick . Leeds still made wonderful use of their free kicks, but at last Crowther, after a nice run, nearly got across, the attempt, unfortunately, only ended in a minor. Then some fumbling on the part of Browne enabled the Leeds forwards once more to make their way to the centre, and Westcott running well was only just collared in time . Metcalfe, however, relieved splendidly, and Mitchell making a good run and pass, the ball was brought to the Leeds line . Here some first-rate passing was witnessed among the backs but the enemy ' s forwards rushed the ball back to the centre . Then Garland with a pretty run had hard luck in not scoring, losing the bail on the line ; he was, however, not to be denied and almost immediately got in. Browne's kick failed. Presently Mitchell, Garland, and Crowther displayed some lovely passing and the last-named scored a try, which Browne converted by a good kick . On resuming, Mitchell and Metcalfe shewed nice combination, but despite their efforts, Leeds were in our territory when time was called, St . Peter's winning a hard fought game by 4 goals, 2 tries, 7 minors to Leeds, 1 goal, o tries, r minor .

THE FINAL.

ST . PETER'S v . RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Through the kindness of the Leeds St . John's secretary we were enabled to use the club ground . The Rev . F . Marshall refereed, and all the accessories, apart from the weather which was cold and wet, were admirable . On the kick off Ripon at once pressed and held us in our own 25, and eventually a scrimmage was formed under our

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goal . Then Garland seized one of the enemy's passes and running the whole length of the field in his best style, obtained the first try for the School in a difficult position . Browne failed at the place, the ball being wet and covered with mud . The fact that from the eight tries scored in the afternoon not a single goal was kicked tells its own tale ; indeed all the failures were excusable . Hardly had the ball got in play once more when Garland ran in splendidly between the posts for his second try . The Riponites touched the ball in its transit over the goal . Our forwards now rushed the ball over for the third try, followed by the third failure at goal . Ripon brought play into our 25 by a fine rush, and Mitchell relieved . Another rush on the part of Ripon, and Mitchell kicked to the centre where the game was vigorously contested. Some good passing was displayed between Mitchell, Hudson, and Crowther, and off the latter ' s pass Garland scored finely . On resuming even play followed in neutral ground . Then the same old programme was repeated, the Riponites rushing the ball, and Mitchell bringing it back . The game now was exceedingly fast, play changing rapidly from one end of the field to the other . Mitchell and Metcalfe in a combined rush nearly got across, but a bad pass to Snowden lost all the ground gained . Sutton and Padel removed play from the centre, and Snowden got in for a neat try . Presently Metcalfe made a splendid attempt to get in, but was brought down. Half-time was called the score standing St . Peter' s 5 tries r minor, Ripon nil. On crossing over Mitchell made some neat screws, and Crowther picking up beautifully passed to Garland . Hudson got hold, and when across the line made a wild pass . Some good kicking by the Riponites brought play into our 25, and after a few moments they obtained a try from what looked very like a case of handed forward . The place did not succeed . Play now ruled in our half, and we gave signs of falling to pieces . Sutton, Metcalfe, and Laybourne showed good play and hard following up and somewhat improved matters . Then Hingston for Ripon made a fine dribble, but Carter and Hudson brought the ball back splendidly and we obtained a minor. Presently Ripon pressed and Wrangham gained a good try . Fortunately for us Hingston missed the place . The game now became most exciting, Ripon attacked our lines in a most determined manner, and on several occasions they were only just prevented from scoring . Our forwards relieved somewhat, but free kicks granted to Ripon regained all their

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lost ground . Once when our line was threatened, Mitchell and Metcalfe saved us from immediate danger by plucky combination. At last the battle raged nearer the centre, and obtaining a free kick, Mitchell screwed cleverly into touch . Metcalfe and Garland passed well and Crowther, picking up nicely, got within a few feet of the line. Metcalfe obtained possession from the scrimmage, and feinting a pass, scored a neat try . Kick number eight failed . Some exciting play ensued but despite the best efforts of Ripon they were unable to ward off defeat by four tries . The final score was, St . Peter ' s, 6 tries, 2 minors, to Ripon Grammar School, 2 tries . Before the match, all the candidates for the fifteen received their colours—a very sensible proceeding.

ST . PETER'S v . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. When Saturday the 14th arrived, the ground was frozen hard and it cannot but be admitted that playing on such a day was, to say the least of it, most unwise . Our captain, however, seemed determined not to lose the fixture, and his decision was perhaps justified by the fact that no accident occurred, and at half-past two punctually Durham kicked off. Mitchell returned, and the ball was scrimmaged in the centre . Then our forwards, giving way, permitted the Durhamites to rush the oval down the field . Garland, however, saved neatly and kicked to the centre . The forwards and Metcalfe brought the ball on, and Wilkinson shewing some neat touch play, the School pressed the Durham line . Our opponents relieved by a free kick and were also aided by a disgraceful exhibition of bad collaring on the part of ourselves . Hudson made a nice dribble, but a poor pass by Crowther lost some ground . Severely contested scrimmages ensued in the centre . Mitchell, who was in splendid form, rushed the ball to the full back, but the latter gathered beautifully . Browne made a good mark but nothing came of it . Durham now obtained a free kick which Mitchell took neatly, he then passed to Crowther, who screwed exceedingly well into touch . The same player, by a brilliant effort, attempted to get across but the full back defended too well, and the game raged fast and furious in the Durham 25 . Our forwards, thereupon, by not following up, permitted the Durhamites to take the ball to the centre, and next into our 25 . Here Snowden made his mark and following

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up obtained possession, running in splendid style . Durham made a grand rush, and attacked the school line in a determined manner . Free kicks were obtained by both sides, but no relief followed until Browne, by a long kick, transferred play to Durham quarters . Garland then made a fine attempt across but was brought down . Durham now regained all the lost ground by splendid kicking, and Crowther only just saved . A good shot at goal resulted in a minor to our opponents . The School forwards were about this time exceedingly slow in getting into the scrimmages, Wilkinson was a notable exception and played up hard throughout the game, but the rest Laybourne made a nice dribble which improved matters, and Garland shewed some good kicking, but Durham still held their own when half-time was called, Durham having scored two minors to our nil. After the interval, Garland had to save but Crowther made some good returns . Then mainly through Metcalfe we obtained a minor. Mitchell kicked finely down the field but someone—who shall be nameless—managed to get off-side and the ball was scrimmaged in the centre. Bingham made a good dribble and passed well with Mitchell. Then Snowden got within a yard of the line and play ensued under the Durham goal . Lodge relieved, but Mitchell kicked well into touch . Durham made a good rush but Crowther by nice play brought the ball back . Our opponents now played splendidly and attacked our line once more . Mitchell relieved by a magnificent kick and play followed at the centre line . Mitchell now dribbled splendidly up the field but the Durhamites rushed it back . This brilliant piece of play was repeated, and Crowther made a fine run but did not pass . At last Garland got across, the kick failing . After the kick-off, Mitchell sent the ball dead . Even play resulted in the centre, Wilkinson and Bingham being conspicuous for their hard play in the scrimmage. Garland now made a long run, but passing badly little ground was gained. One of the Durham three-quarters made a determined effort to get in . Garland, however, brought him down, and Carter by a wonderful dribble transferred play to the centre . Time was then called, St. Peter's winning by r try, 2 minors to Durham 2 minors .

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THE OLD PETERITE DINNER. (LONDON DISTRICT .)

N Thursday, the 28th November, the second of the Old Peterite (London District) dinners was held in the Holborn Restaurant. In reply to the invitations issued by the indefatigable Hon . Sec ., Mr. C . H . Chadwick, a large number of acce ptances had been received, and it was felt that, at least as regards numbers, the dinner was sure to be a success. So much for quantity ; now as to quality :—When O .P . ' s were informed that Canon Elwyn was to be the Chairman of the evening, and that he was to be supported by Mr . Handford, and by many another name well-known in the history of St . Peter's, they were assured that there would be no deficiency in this respect, and they were right. From first to last the evening passed off without a hitch. To begin with, the dinner itself was excellent, and that put everyone in a good humour for the rest of the evening, and gave a substantial physical background to enhance the relish of the intellectual treat which was to come. During the evening allusion was made to absent members, and it was stated that the general response to the invitations was very satisfactory, that numbers of letters had been received expressing regret that the writers were unable to be present, and hopes that they would be able to attend the next dinner . Among others were named His Honour, Judge Barber, Mr . Y . Anderson, Col . Dayrell, Rev. G . Edmundson, Mr . J . L . Freeman, The Rev . R . Abbay, Rev . R . Dayrell, Mr. F . W. Hayden, Major Swaine, Mr. W . W . Whytehead, Rev. T . B . B . Ferris, Messrs . E . H . Pickersgill and A . T. Pollard, and the Rev . H . M. Stephenson . The absence of the latter was much regretted, and many felt the gathering to be incomplete without him. At the conclusion of the dinner, CANON EnwyN rose to propose the first toast, which as usual in our highly loyal land was "The Queen . "

A heroic attempt was made to give the toast musical honours, in the shape of the " National Anthem," but it was not a success . Can it be that there are Radicals in the number of the O .P ' s. who refused to join in the inspiring strains ? Far different was it when we were invited to give our genial

THE OLD PETERITE DINNER. 524 " Chairman " the same . How the " He's a jolly good fellow" rang out

from all the assembled members : there was no hesitancy then. The next toast was "the" toast of the evening, proposed by Canon Elwyn, "The Health of Peterites, Past and Present ." In happy terms the Chairman drew attention to the long list of Peterites who had won honours, both at the Universities, and in the larger life of the world. He reminded all how the reminiscences of school days clung to every one throughout their life, and said that although in his own case he was morally bound to put Charterhouse as the first of all schools, yet he decidedly ranked St . Peter's as the second, and he went so far as sometimes to desert his first love, and place St . Peter ' s first. (Loud cheers) . He had hoped that some of the ancient history of the school would be revealed to us by one of the members present, who remembered the removal of the school to its present site, and had quailed before Mr . Richardson, before there was a foundation scholar at St . Peter's ; but owing to the reluctance of Mr . Champley to reveal the secrets of the "awful grey grown ages " , the volume must for the present remain sealed . Finally, he wished all prosperity to the school and the members of it, and coupled the names of Mr . Charles Haigh and Mr . Handford with the toast. Mr. HAIGH suitably responded, expressing his satisfaction at the re-establishment of the dinner, and his hope that the institution would flourish . He also said how much he enjoyed a visit to York, and that it still had great charms for him. Mr . HANDFORD then rose and gave a most interesting account of the progress of the school, and of the various changes introduced. Many heard with tears of the demise of the "Civil and Military Department," which in its days of prosperity had sheltered so many from the stormy billows of the classical <' side . " The sports of the School seemed too to be in a flourishing state, and the well-worn subject of the enlargement of the play ground was also brought forward. The speaker expressed his hope that by bringing public opinion to bear upon the matter some good result would follow, and he was sure that such a proposal would meet with hearty support from all those present. Mr . HANDFORD then proposed the toast of " The Old Boys," and said what pleasure it gave himself and Mrs . Handford to see Old Boys at the school at any time, and especially gave a cordial invitation to all for the forthcoming dinner and theatricals at York .

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Mr. LAMBERT, in returning thanks, referred to the missing generations of O .P .'s, and expressed a wish that at the next dinner some of the missing links in the chain of continuity might be produced, and trace the gradual descent from the oldest representative of the school to the blushing undergraduate fresh from the University. In an eloquent speech Mr. MEEK then proposed the health of " The Chairman, " and spoke in feeling terms of the universal manner in which Canon Elwyn was beloved and respected by all who had come under his influence. In reply the CHAIRMAN said how much he valued the affection of old boys, and referred in touching terms to the worth of his predecessor, Archdeacon Hey, and to his own irreparable loss during the past year . He did not either forget the perennial " James " whom he compared to Tennyson ' s Brook which " goes on for ever ." In a humorous speech Mr . NEWBERY proposed the health of the "Assistant Masters, Past and Present, " to which Mr. BLAKE suitably responded. In conclusion was proposed the health of the " Hon . Sec., Mr. Chadwick, " of whom it is not too much to say that without his careful and businesslike work we should have had a very different story to tell . After a very pleasant evening all went away looking forward to the next occasion of meeting. It may be added that several new members joined the Peterite Club. Appended is a complete list of those present : Griffith, F . T. Rev . Canon Elwyn. Rev . G. T . Ilandford. Haigh, Charles. Henderson, H . W. Ainslie, E. H. Lambert, P . B. Ainslie, W. Allanson, J . A. Le Maistre, Rev . S . J. Mallinson, Rev . J . H. Bayly, F . W. Meek, W. A. Blake, J . F. Chadwick, C . H. Newbery, H . J. Pollard, B. Champley, R. Close, C . A. Poyser, A . S. Crosland, B. Reinold, Professor A . W. Stephenson, J . E. Davis, G . L. Walker, Rev . Thomas. Eyre, G. H. Grant, C . B. Watson, C . W. . II . Gregory, Rev . T

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We are requested to state that it is proposed to keep the balance for preliminary expenses in organising the next London dinner . The Hon . Sec ., Mr . Chadwick, begs to express his thanks for the good wishes of those who were unable to be present.

OLD PETERITE DINNER. (YORK DISTRICT .)

I the Station Hotel, on Friday, December loth, 1SS9, a large and

A very representative company of Old Peterites dined under the presidency of the Rev. G . T . Handford, Head Master . This was the second annual gathering that has been held, and it is hoped that in future years similar festivals will take place in order that not only happy recollections may be dwelt upon, and victories of the past both intellectual and physical recalled, but that an encouragement may be given to those who attend the school and stimulate them to achieve still greater successes . The Chairman was supported by the Rev. Canon Elwyn (former Head Master), Sir Joseph Terry, and the following gentlemen were present :—Mr . H . W . Allan, Mr . W . J. Boddy, Mr. G. V . Birks, Capt. A . W. Bright-Smith, Mr . T . L. Chadwick, Mr . J . W . Craven, Mr . A . C . Clarke, Mr. A . E . Chapman, Mr . H . C . B . Clayforth, Mr . E . R. Dodsworth, Mr. G . H . Eyre, Rev. W. Y . Fausset, Rev. H . W . Griffith, Mr . W . Hood, lMIr . A . J . Hopkins, Mr . C . W . Haynes, Mr. R . Holtby, Mr . E . Hutchinson, Mr. T . B. Lord, Mr. P . E . Lord, Mr. J . F . Leaf, Mr . E . A . Lane, Mr . W . E. Moore, Mr. T . G. Mann, Mr . C . M . Miller, Mr . F . F . Munby,

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Mr. C . L . Naylor, Mr . W . A . Pearson, Mr . A . Peters, Mr . H . J. Rudgard, Mr. A . S . Rose, Mr . H . \V . Rhodes, Rev. J . A. Sheol, Mr. F . Shann, Mr . J . E . Simpson, Mr . T . W. L . Terry, Captain \V . A. White, Mr . J . C . Walker, Mr. M . Whittam, Mr . F. Ware, Mr . W . G. Wilson, Mr . E. Wooler, and Mr . G . Yeld . The Rev . H . M. Stephenson (late Head Master), Dr . Matterson, and Mr . T . B. Whytehead were unavoidably prevented from being present. The CHAIRMAN said that the first duty which fell to him was to give the toast of the " Queen and the Royal Family ." As the master and old members of St . Peter's School they could not speak otherwise than loyally of the Monarchy . As for himself, it had been his privilege to enjoy the bounty of Royalty at many schools . They were sorry to hear that of late years Her Majesty had begun with infirmities of old age, but they hoped that it would be a long time before her vigour deserted her. (Applause .) As to the heir to the Throne, his capacities for business were on every one's lips in this essentially commercial age . IIe had a word to say with respect to the eldest of the third generation, for His Royal Highness had visited many of the other institutions in the city but had passed over St . Peter's. The toast having been honoured, The CHAIRMAN gave " The Archbishop, the Dean and Chapter, and other Clergy of this realm . " There was no doubt, he said, that theirs was a Church school, though he did not mean that in any bigoted way, for he thought he was right in saying that at least two scholarships and other emoluments of the school were enjoyed by those who were not members of the Church of England . The Archbishop, owing to his many engagements, was unable to be present at all school functions, but his lordship, by the holding of confirmations, and in other ways, had done much to benefit the school . The Dean of York had been truly kind to him (the Chairman), being always ready to give help over difficulties as well as to encourage one in his work . He desired to speak in appreciation also of the kindly assistance rendered by the other gentlemen who belonged to the Chapter . They were willing when he first came to York, under circumstances which were very critical, to place considerable confidence in him, which at that time, at any rate, it was difficult to say was deserved . He desired to remove an impression with respect to the St . Peter's Fund, which prevailed in certain quarters where it certainly should not . That fund he wished to

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point out had nothing whatever to do with the school, but was connected with the Cathedral of St . Peter . In conclusion he called upon the Rev . W . Y . Faussett, whom he described as one of the most clever and able Old Boys, and he was a son of the Rev . Canon Fausset, one of the most learned members of the Chapter. (Applause .) The Rev . W. Y . FAUSSET, in responding, thanked the chairman for the kind personal remarks he had made, and spoke of the great benefit which had been rendered to the clerical community by that school, which was under the shadow of one of the greatest cathedrals in England . Under its wise governing body the school had certainly prospered, and was prospering more and more . He thought they ought to give the Dean and Chapter great credit for their wise administration ; whilst they ought not to forget the Archbishop for the great encouragement that His Grace, as well as the Dean, gave the school in regard to classical and mathematical studies . (Applause .) Mr. T . G . MANN proposed the "Army, Navy, and Reserve Forces ." He said that in these days when Europe was an armed camp, and England with its universal empire was the envy of the world, it was necessary that they should have a powerful army and a still more powerful navy . It was a satisfaction to know that the army was never more efficient, and as to the navy, when the new additions which were contemplated had been carried, England would be able to maintain its independence in the face of any combination . (Applause .) Captain BRIGHT-SMITH said that on behalf of the regular forces, he was quite sure that the British soldier was always ready to do his duty in whatever part of the world he might be . This was particularly so when he was backed up as he was by such noble soldiers as the Old Peterites made . (Applause .) Major WHITE, speaking on behalf of the reserve forces, said he was certain that every Volunteer officer and man was desirous to make himself as efficient as possible, so that when the time arrived when his services might be required he would be of use to the country he desired to serve . (Applause ) The Rev . `V . H . GRIFFITH submitted " The Health of the Past Masters of the School," and spoke of the long connection he and the members of his family had had with the school, which he said had extended over nearly half a century. He also alluded to the great debt the school owed to Mr . Stephenson, of whom he spoke most

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highly . He felt it was an accidental qualification he had for proposing that toast, because he had had the privilege of being educated at the most important time of his life under Canon Elwyn . (Loud Applause .) He might say that to the Canon he owed both his education as a boy, and, if he might use the term, his education as a man . The speaker went on to refer to the deep and real personal affection which he had towards Canon Elwyn, not only as a man but as a clergyman under whom he had had the honour of labouring for many years . It was hoped, he said, that when Canon Elwyn went to London he would have gained a little well deserved rest, but he found that with the many duties devolving upon him he was working harder than ever . (Hear, hear.) The toast was drunk with musical honours. The Rev . Canon ELWYN, in acknowledging the compliment, spoke of the great loss he had sustained recently in the death of his wife, who, he assured them, had felt a kindly interest in matters connected with York ever since he had resigned the head mastership of St . Peter's School. Remarking upon the good qualities of the Chairman, he said he was doing everything he could in many ways to promote the good of the School . (Loud applause.) He deeply regretted Mr . Stephenson's absence, but the reason he was not present was no idle one, for he was engaged in that most delightful occupation, next to being examined, of examining others . (Hear, hear .) There was one old boy who had gained great distinction, and that was Arthur Tempest Pollard, who had gained the suffrages of 220 common councillors— (laughter)—and it was greatly to their honour that they brought him in at the head of the poll . Another boy who he thought had had the benefit of Mr . Stephenson's learning was Mr . 1V. Yorke Fausset, and if they desired to know what he had achieved they should apply for his volume of testimonials from the most distinguished men . 1Ie referred in eulogistic terms to the abilities of Mr . Fausset, who would doubtless achieve many distinguished successes . (Hear, hear.) While it was with pleasure he liked to look over the telegrams denoting successes of his boys in bygone days, it was not only the clever but the great mass of the boys that he took a delight in, and although all did not go to the university, he was sure that the glory of that school was that the old boys of St . Peter's were represented in every profession in all parts of the world . He hoped that such an excellent custom as those annual

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gatherings would be continued, and he assured them that it was his daily prayer to God that He would bless the old school in every way. (Loud applause .) Mr. Councillor L . R . DODSWORTH said that he was only a "common councillor " —(laughter),—but would do his best to propose the most important and comprehensive toast of the " St . Peter's School and the health of the Rev . G . T. Handford, the head master ." He said that every one present would honour the toast, and although they could not express it in words, yet they felt it in their hearts . He had been acquainted with some of the good results that had been brought about under the mastership of the Rev . G . T . Handford during the short time he had been in York, and it showed what he would be able to achieve in the future . (Applause .) The Rev. G . T . HANDFORD made a very suitable reply on behalf of his colleagues and himself, alluding to the chief of those boys who had been particularly successful. They had recently added a laboratory, which was working well, and he remarked upon the increase of scholars from Io8 two years ago to 126 at the present time . Although he desired to abstain from politics, he would remark that they had one old boy who was a member of Parliament, who was a well-known Radical, and hoped he might not be called a partisan when he desired that Sir Joseph Terry, if he accepted the invitation to be the Conservative candidate, would be successful . (Loud applause .) Sir JOSEPH TERRY and Mr . CHADWICK responded as Old Peterites. Mr . G. H . EYRE proposed " St . Peter's Theatricals," and Mr . YELD suitably acknowledged the toast. Mr . WILSON submitted " Success to the School Football Club ." which was acknowledged by Mr . RHODES. Sir JosEPH TERRY gave the toast of the health of the hon . secs. of the gathering. Mr. WARE and Mr . A . PETERS responded, the latter remarking that they must not forget to do their share in promoting the good of the school . (Applause .) The proceedings terminated with the singing of " Auld Lang Syne. "

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DISBURSEMENTS.

s. d. Balance from 1883 .. x 7 o 49 Subscriptions at 7/6 1S 7 6

s . cf. Postage Stamps . . . . r 12 0 Post Cards, &c 0 3 3 Envelopes and Stationery o 7 9 Invitation Cards and Printing 0 7 6 Dinner Tickets and ditto 0 3 0 Clerk Addressing . . . . 0 1 0 0 2 6 James Parker Cigarettes 0 4 0 Dinner for 46 at 6/6 . . 14 19 0 Do . & Wine for Reporter o 8 6 Balance in hand .. 1 6 0

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MEETING OF OLD PETERITE CLUB. HE fourth annual general meeting of the Old Peterite Club was held

T at the School, on Thursday, December 19th, 1889, at 4-30 p m ., the Rev . G. T . Handford (President) in the chair .—In the absence of Mr. E . W . Clayforth (General Secretary) Mr. Peters (Secretary for the York District) acted as Secretary . The following members were also present :—Messrs . G . H . Eyre, H . C . B . Clayforth, H . IV . Rhodes, W . G . Wilson, A . C . Clarke, W . Holmes, G . Birks, J . F. Leaf; T . B. Lord, and the Rev . H . W Griffith. The minutes of the last meeting having been read and confirmed, the following were elected members of the club :—Messrs . E . H. Ainslie, W . L . Crumbie, E . S . D . Carter, J . Colby, B . Crosland, G . R. Cook, G, L . Davis, A . G. Egginton, Rev . W. H . Gregory, Rev . H . W. Griffith, Messrs . F . T . Griffith, E . B . Hicks, J . L. Hingston, N . L. Hood, E A . Lane, J . F . Leaf, J . H . Little, W. A . Meek, C . L . Naylor, W. K. Procter, A . R . Stephenson, J . E . Stephenson, G . Chilman, and Ii . Walker. The Rev . H . W . Griffith and Mr . Rhodes were elected to fill the vacancies on the committee, caused by the retirement by rotation, of Mr . T . L. Chadwick and the Rev . E . A . Douglas. Messrs . J . H . G . Wilson, J . F . Leaf and G. Chilman were then elected secretaries for Oxford, Cambridge and Durham respectively. The Treasurer ' s balance sheet was then read and passed . The Rev. G . T . Handford proposed and Mr . Peters seconded a vote of thanks

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to the retiring Sports Committee, which was carried unanimously. The Rev. G. T . Handford proposed and Mr . Rhodes seconded a vote of thanks to the retiring Dinner Committee, which was acknowledged on behalf of the committee by Mr . Peters, who expressed a hope that old Peterites would co-operate with them by assisting them in obtaining as complete and correct a list of old Peterites and their present addresses as possible. It was resolved : " That Messrs . C . H . Chadwick, A . Peters and F . Ware be re-elected as Dinner Committee for the ensuing year with power to add to their number should they deem it advisable . " " That Messrs . G . H . Eyre, W . G . Wilson, and P . E . Lord be re-elected as Sports Committee for the ensuing year . " " That the number required to form a quorum shall be io for a general meeting and 3 for a committee meeting. " That members of a sub-committee shall be ex-officio members of the committee of the club . " Mr . Eyre then proposed and the Rev . H . W. Griffith seconded the following resolutions : " That the treasurer be allowed to make a grant of Lt from the funds of the club towards defraying the expenses in connection with the football match ` Old Peterites v . Old Dunelmians' " ; and " That the treasurer be allowed to make a grant of L'2 out of the funds of the club towards the expense of organising the old Peterite dinners in London and York," both which resolutions were carried none . con. A vote of thanks to the retiring secretaries for the districts of Oxford, Cambridge, and Durham having been passed, the meeting terminated with a very hearty vote of thanks to the Rev . G. T . Handford for presiding.

RULES OF THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. Rule I.—That the Club be called the " Old Peterite Club," and be open to all who have been at St . Peter' s School, subject to election by the Committee. Rule II .—That the subscription be five shillings per annum, which

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shall include the subscription to the School Magazine, and shall be payable on January 1st in each year. Rule III .—That the officers be President, Vice-Presidents, I-lead Secretary and Treasurer, Secretaries for the districts of Oxford, Cambridge, London, Edinburgh, Durham, York, Hull, and Huddersfield ; that the Committee consist of the above officers and six others, with power to add to their number of whom, after 1889, two shall retire annually by rotation, but shall be eligible for re-election ; that there be also a Sports Committee of three elected annually by the General Committee, whose duties shall be to select teams for tours in the holidays and a boat for Regattas, and to arrange matches. Rule IV. —That a Committee Meeting and a General Meeting be held annually, in York, on the second day of the School Theatricals ; that other meetings be held when necessary, and that a week's notice be always given. Rule V.—That for Committee Meetings three form a quorum, for a General Meeting ten. Rule VI .—That Members of a Sub-Committee be ex-afcia members of the Committee of the Club. Rule VII .—That a list be published annually and be supplied to each member containing the names of all the members and their addresses. Rule VIII .—That the club colours be dark blue, light blue, chocolate and white, that the football jersey be white with cross keys in chocolate on the left breast. Rule IX .—That the Committee have power to alter or add to the existing Rules, subject to the approval of the next General Meeting. - -es

LIST OF MEMBERS OF THE OLD PETERITE CLUB. * Signifies a new subscriber.

Abbay, Rev . R ., East Soham, Wickham Market. *Ainslie, E . H ., 2, Stone Buildings, Lincoln's Inn. Ainslie, Rev . R . M ., St . Saviour's, Liverpool. Ainslie, W ., Junior Athenmum, Piccadilly, W. Allan, H . \V ., Carus . Coll ., Cambridge. Barber, Ven . E ., St . Bridget's Rectory, Chester. Barber, H . J ., Brighouse, Halifax. Bardsley, G. B., C .C .C ., Cambridge. Bennett, T . \V . M ., London and Westminster Bank, Loftbury, E .C. Birks, G . V ., Univ . Coll , Gordon Sq ., W. Bloomfield, H ., Clergy School, Leeds. Bulman, F . A ., Shincliffc, Durham .

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Bulman, G . W. M , Lambton's Bank, Newcastle. Carroll, R . W ., 68, Beckman St ., New York, U .S. `Carter, E . S . D ., Precentor ' s Court, York. Chadwick, Rev . A ., Cinderhills, Mirfield. Chadwick, C . H ., 2, Stone Buildings, Lincoln ' s Inn, W .C. Chadwick, S . J ., Lyndhurst, Dewsbury. *Chilman, G ., The University, Durham. Clarke, A . C ., Emmanuel Coll ., Cambridge. Clarke, C . B ., St . Paul's Rectory, York. Clarke, T. P ., Trinity Coil ., Cambridge. Clayforth, E, AV ., Feliskirk Vicarage, Thirsk. Clayforth, II . C . B ., Aysgarth School, Bedale. 5 Close, C . A ., The Chalet, Harrow Park, Harrow. Cobb, C . H ., Clifton, York. `Colby, J ., King's Coll ., Cambridge. Collinson, J . H ., The School, Stamford. *Cook, G . R ., Hatfield Hall, Durham. Craven, J . \V ., Hewoith Croft, York. Crawshaw, G . E ., \Varmsworth Hall, Doncaster. Crawshaw, R ., \Varmsworth hall, Doncaster. Croskill, W ., Lairgate, Beverley. *Crossland, B ., r, Rudolph Rd ., Kilburn, N .W. Crossley, E . W., Bryan Royd, Greetland, Halifax. Crosthwaite, R ., Pembroke Coll ., Cambridge. *Crcnbie, \V . L ., Ouse Lea, York. Daniel, A . M ., Guy's Hospital, London, S .E. Daniel, C . J ., St . Peter's Barracks, Jersey. Daniel, J . II ., Broomy Hill, Hereford. *Davis, G . L ., 6, King's Bench Walk, Temple, E .C. Deane, E . A ., Bank Chambers, Batley. Dunkerley, J . A., Beverley. Edmundson, Rev . G., Northolt Vicarage, Middlesex. Egginton, A . G ., Kirkella, Hull. Elwyn, Rev . Canon, The Master's Lodge, The Charterhouse, E .C. Eyre, G . H ., Parkside, Worcester Park, S .W. Fausset, Rev . R . J . E ., St . Paul's, Iiuddersfield. Fausset, Rev . W . Y ., Fettes . Coll ., Edinburgh. *Gofton, J . E . St . John's Coll ., Oxford. Greener, M . J ., 85, Gresham St ., E .C. : Gregory, Rev . '1' . H ., Padbury Vicarage, Buckingham. Griffith, F . 'I' ., The Secretary's Office, G .P .O ., London. Griffith, Rev . H . W ., Flaxton, York. Grindrod, Rev . F ., Alne Vicarage, Easingwold. Grindrod, W. H ., 13, Hawkshcad St ., Southport .

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Haigh, C ., I, Elm Court, Temple, E .C. Hartley, R . NV., Clifton, York. Haynes, C . W ., The Guinea, Barbadoes. *Hicks, E . B ., Easingwold. Hingston, A ., Clifton Asylum, York. Hingston, J . L . . Clifton Asylum, York. Hodgson, P ., Westwood, Beverley. Holmes, IV . H., Baldersby Vicarage, Thirsk. `Hood, N . L ., Cavendish Coll ., Cambridge. *Hopkins, A . J ., St . Catherine's Coll, Cambridge. Hudson, A . V ., Clifton, York. Huffam, L . W., Bootham Stray, York. Hutchings, L ., Selwyn Coll ., Cambridge. Jackson, J . A ., IIensingham House, Whitehaven. Jackson, W . II ., Market House Chambers, Salisbury. Johnson, C ., Bridlington. Joy, H . G ., Bath Terrace, Tyncmouth. Kirby, C, Harrogate. Lambert, P . B ., 6, New Sq ., Lincoln ' s Inn, E .C. *Lane, E . A ., Theological Coll ., Lichfield. *Leaf, J . F ., 1'eterhouse, Cambridge. Le Maistre, Rev . S . J . J . S, 7, Oxior,l Terrace, Blackheath Hill, London, S .E. *Little, J . H ., Hutton Hall, Penrith. Lord, F . J ., i6, Nightingale Rd ., Wilsden Junc ., N .W. Lord, P . E ., Heversham School, Milnthorpe. Lord, T . B ., Townhead, Rochdale. Mallinson, Rev . J . II ., Whitfield Lodge, Al :eyn Park, West Dulwich, S .E. Marshall, L ., Charterhouse, Godalming. Martin, J . L ., University P .O , Edinburgh. Mawdesley, F. L., Delwood Croft, Fulford, York. McClellan, Rev . E . J ., Llandovery, South Wales. Meek, W . A , 2, Plowden Buildings, Temple, E C. Moore, W . E ., 3, Swiss Villas, Harrogate. Murray, W . T. 24, Pitt Street, Edinburgh. Naylor, C . I, ., Emmanuel Coll, Cambridge. Newbery, W. J ., E .I .U .S . Club, 16, St . James Sq ., S .W. Newman, P . L ., 22, St. Paul ' s Sq ., Yolk. Pearson, W ., 23, Bootham, York. Peters, A ., St . Peter ' s Grove, York. Poyser, A . S ., Great St . James St ., W .C. Procter, A ., The Mount, York. "`Procter, W . K ., The Mount, York. Reinold, Prof., Royal Naval Coll ., Greenwich .

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Rhodes, H . W., hirkgate, Thirsk. Rose, A ., 48, London Street, Edinburgh. Rose, R . D . C ., 48, London Street, Edinburgh, Sharpe, J ., Green Mile House, Retford. Simpson, J . E ., University P .O ., Edinburgh. Spencer, A , 5, Windsor Terrace, Newcastle. 'Stephenson, A ., 8, Old Jewry, E .C. -Stephenson, J. E ., care of Messrs . Smith & Co ., T, Furnival's Inn, E.C. Stephenson, Rev . H . M ., Bourn Vicarage, Cambridge. Stevenson, E., Mount Ulston, Jedburgh. Stevenson, L . E ., The Infirmary, Carlisle. Tandy, G . B ., 71, Belmont, Shipley. *Thompson, H ., 'Prin . Coll ., Cambridge. Thorney, J ., Parliament Street, Hull. Todd, P . A ., IotA, Great Queen Street, Westminster. Wade, A ., Grosvenor Terrace, York. Wade, G . H ., Lambrook, Bracknell, Perks. '= Walker, H ., The Elms, Hull Road, York. Walker, J . C ., The Elms, Hull Road, York. Walker, Rev . T ., The School, Tonbridge. Ware, F., Driffield Terrace, York, Wha lley, O . W ., Caius College, Cambridge. Williamson, N ., Grosvenor Terrace, York. Wilsden, L . AV ., Wooler Vicarage, Northumberland. Wilson, J . H . G., Queen's College, Oxford. Wilson, W . G ., The School, Daventry. Wood, J . R ., Pavement, York.

NOTES AND ITEMS. Lieut . F . H . EADON, 21st hussars, to be Captain. E . E . MAUDESLEY, M A ., L .L .M ., has been elected Town Clerk of . Dewsbury. On December 23rd of last year, C . B . Clarke was ordained by the Bishop of London, and licensed to a curacy at Islington. W . G . WILSON has been appointed to an assistant mastership at Daventry Grammar School. The Shakesperian Revivals at the Globe Theatre, London, are being produced under the direction of Hugh Moss. At Grace Church, Philadelphia, a marriage was recently solemnized between R . Ward Carroll and Miss Grace C . Priestley, of Philadelphia. Our readers will be glad to hear that the sermons delivered by the Rev . H . M . Stephenson during his year of office as Hulsean Lecturer will be published shortly by the Pitt Press and procurable at Sampson ' s at 2S. K . E . T. WILKINSON has obtained an exhibition of Z3o at Gonville and Caius College . Cambridge. The Rev . G . W . Lowe:, Lecturer," of Boston, has been presented by the Bishop of Lincoln to the rectory of Hagworthingham, Lincolnshire . He came to the school in 1S5o and left in 1852 for Durham University.

THE

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APRIL, r89o .

No . 85.

EDITORIAL. [E experienced at first some difficulty in deciding the title to be given to the following effusion . Should we call it an Editorial or should it be a School Letter ? After a good deal of cogitation we concluded to adopt the former, mainly because we had postponed the Oxford and Cambridge letters for the next number. Imprimis we have to apologize for the delay in publishing our last production . That number, which contains such an overwhelming amount of O .P . news, always tries our editorial skill, dexterity, and patience to the utmost, but our difficulties were increased, and that in - no small degree by the indisposition of certain of our staff who had suffered from the prevailing epidemic . We hope this explanation may be sufficient to convince the most sceptical of our untiring energy. We are delighted to see the marked improvement in the meetings of that much abused body—the Debating Society . The fact that the attendance—i.e. members and visitors—averaged nearly sixty each meeting speaks for itself . Some account of its proceedings will be found below. Lastly, we all owe our best thanks to the Headmaster for his kindness in offering two prizes for the best copy of English Verse on one of seven given subjects . Those who do not accredit the members of this School with any literary powers should read the attempts when printed and form their own judgment . Those who despise the whole matter should remember the couplet. Noblilibus zuumerzs detur sua ;loria versus Vivendo z'ineunt maxima facia duczrnz. pedum. The MSS . vary. I prefer the latter reading which I take to include every fashion of pedestrian exercise .

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May these efforts bear good fruit ; and indeed they seem already to have done so, for apart from the attempts of competitors, we have .received and inserted two contributions from present members of the School, which augur no mean achievements on the part of the literary " slopers " of this establishment.

DEBATING SOCIETY. N Tuesday, February 4th, the Society met to appoint new officers.

O The Rev. G. T. Hand/era' was re-elected President, and B. D. 11 7aylor was elected Vice-President, and K. E. T. IVTilkiaso',, Secretary. Many new members were also elected. On Tuesday, February I r th, C. F. C. Padel moved " that ghosts have an actual existence apart from the imagination . " He felt there was a good deal of thoughtless ridicule levelled against those who believed in ghosts . Yet there were instances of apparitions which even the Society for Psychical Research could not clear up, and he proceeded to relate one which he had heard on good authority; The great objection raised to the existence of ghosts, he allowed, was the fact that they never showed themselves to any purpose, yet he maintained that apparitions had been of great service on several occasions, and quoted an instance . It appeared to him that there was often a good deal more reason to suppose that the ghost really existed than that it was a mere imagination, which could serve no purpose whatever . Surely some arguments were necessary to show that the whole thing was mere emptiness . Was it so impossible, among the many wonderful things of daily occurrence, that supernatural beings should sometimes be seen? He concluded by urging the opposition to consider the subject seriously, and challenging them to bring forward any proofs of the non-existence of such visions. C. C. D . I ' Ansou briefly seconded the motion. R . Garwood, in opposing, thought that the apparitions that the proposer mentioned might be explained as being the off-spring of an excited and over-wrought imagination . He said that ghosts seemed to appear in an utterly purposeless fashion, and alluded to the many instances in which they had been proved to be hoaxes and practical jokes. The Rev . C. R . Gilbert said his position was a neutral one . He admitted that many well-authenticated stories were most difficult to

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explain, and referred also to the collateral questions of mesmerism and thought reading. Mr. E. A . de C. Rowe, in an exhaustive speech, vigorously opposed the motion . He referred to the fact that the Society for Psychical ' Research had been examining evidence for the last four years, but had not yet arrived at any positive conclusion, and said it seemed curious that ghosts almost always appeared at night when a human being was most apt to be frightened . In such a matter as this absolute proof was of course impossible . In the childhood of the world men believed all sorts of grotesque tales—of gnomes and pixies, and good people—but as civilisation advanced these beliefs died out and were forgotten ; and he believed that with the spread of knowledge, the belief in ghosts would soon become extinct. The debate was continued by K. E. T. Wilkinson, R. Garwood, R. C. Trite, Mr. C . M . Miller, G . Raine, and E . L Clarke. C . P. C. Padel, in replying, said the chief objection to ghost stories was that they were all second hand, but in a meeting of school-boys it was scarcely likely that any one would have personally seen a ghost . There were many instances which could not be explained away, and he contended that his was the most probable theory by which to account for them. The House then voted, with the following result : For the motion, 15 . Against, 2 E. A committee was then elected, on the motion of H. D . Naylor, to visit Sequah, and report to the House. The following were elected H. D. Naylor, K. E . T. Wilkinson (ex-officio), J . A . Fasten, H. H. Williams, E . W: Clarke. This debate lasted so long that it was adjourned and was concluded on Tuesday, February i rth . The proceedings were very lively and interesting, and the attendance of members larger than we ever remember it before. On Thursday, February 20th, the report of the committee appointed to visit Sequah was considered . K. E . T. Wilkinson read the report, which dealt very severely with Sequah ' s pretensions . J. A . Fasten, in moving its adoption, expressed great disgust at Sequah ' s reckless and careless fashion of drawing teeth, and thought him merely a clever scoundrel . He was briefly seconded by C . F. C. Fade/. E. S. D . Carter, in an eloquent speech, vigorously criticised the report . He maintained that Sequah ' s testimonials printed in the York newspapers could easily be verified by anyone who cared to do so .

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Some of these dated from the time when Sequah first came to England, proving that his cures lasted at any rate four years . He thought that objection might be raised to his dress and accessories, but contended that these were only of secondary importance : the main question was, " Were his cures genuine ? " F. W. Peel followed on the same side. H. H. Williams believed that Sequah' s medicines were of no value whatever, and that it was his violent treatment of patients that temporarily loosened their joints. H. D . Naylor said he had it on the authority of a doctor that Sequah's system was " massage " treatment of a rough and ready sort, and that his oil was a strong narcotic, the use of which was to subdue the pain of the inflammation which must follow such violent operations. After some remarks from C. j. N. Carter, Mr . C . AL Miller said that though Sequah ' s tongue ran away with him sometimes, he had effected some marvellous cures . He knew personally an old fisherman who had been cured some time ago, who had since had no return of his rheumatism. The Rev. C. R. Gilbert narrated his experiences when he witnessed some of Sequah ' s cures, and after N. E . T. Wilkinson and G . Raine had spoken, the debate was adjourned until the following Tuesday. The debate on the Committee ' s Report was resumed on Tuesday, March 25th, H. D . Naylor opened the discussion, speaking on much the same lines as on the preceding Thursday. E . S. D. Carter spoke again in favour of the "Medicine Man, " adducing several very attractive and persuasive arguments, which seemed to have a great effect on the minds of those who were inclined to waver in their opinions. Mr. Gilbert and .H. ITT Rhodes also opposed the report, while K. E . T. Wilkinson, H. H. Williams, and'. A . Fasten supported it. On the votes being taken, it was found that 27 were opposed to the report, while 15 were in favour of it. This debate was by far the most successful of all during the term, both in point of attendance and quality of speaking. On Tuesday, March 4th, Air. C. M. rluiller proposed the abolition of the system of voting by ballot, on the ground that it wasted valuable time and secured no practical advantage . He was seconded by R. Garwood. After some discussion the motion was negatived by 19 votes to it .

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K. E. T. Wilkinson moved "that it is advisable that sports be compulsory in public schools . " He said that when entering a public school a boy was not in a position to judge for himself what was good for him . There was a certain amount of ridicule to be faced in playing .for the first time, from which a new boy might very well shrink . In man)' schools the captain looked after the attendance at games, but he urged that it was better for the masters to make an invariable rule than to leave the matter to the energies of the captains who might be remiss or unfair. C. F. C. Padel, in seconding the motion, expressed the opinion that the benefits of sports were so great as utterly to out-weigh any resulting harm. After some remarks from G. Raine, W . 117 Carter opposed the motion on the ground that boys' inclinations differ greatly, and it is unreasonable to expect them all to take an interest in the same outdoor pursuits. A . I. Sutton followed on the same side, and H. D. Naylor said he feared too much time was given to out-door sports, and that the cultivation of the mind out of school hours was apt to be neglected. E . TV. Clarke said it made one indignant to see so many big fellows in the school who never showed their faces at any of the games . If they had not enough patriotism to play of their own accord, they should be forced to play. Mr. C. Al . Miller supported the motion, and Rev. C . R. Gilbert objected that compulsion would set boys against the games and take away all their interest in them, and thought that difficulties would arise in the case of day-boys living at a distance. The debate was continued by C . f . C . Padel and J. A . Easters. K. E. T. TVilkinson then briefly replied and the house proceeded to vote, with the following result For the motion, 30 . Against, 6. There was a marked decrease in the attendance of members at this debate, and the opposition was of a very half-hearted kind. We must acknowledge our obligations to E . 13 . Grindrod, who kindly officiated as reporter for the Peterite .

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ON TRAINING. S the days begin to lengthen, and the football flies more sluggishly

A about the playground, and the sound of swelling periods and

rounded phrases is heard on Tuesday evenings in the Hall, then the schoolboy ' s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of rowing : and linked Now of with it, in a captain's mind, is the stern necessity of training . training there are several sorts . There is a legend extant of one who stated that his system consisted in " brickbats and pills . " The former he used as dumb-bells, and the pills, presumably—as the advertisement has it—to remove obstructions and impart a healthy and invigorating tone to the system generally. He stands as the type of a school of trainers who hold that the more unpleasant the course is, the more perfect will be the condition of the crew at the end of it . All your little luxuries and pleasant habits must be put away ; you must eat and drink just when—just as much—as your trainer bids you, and the more nauseous and disgusting things you can dispose of the better he will be pleased . Such a system has at any rate one advantage ; it makes the crew look forward to the day of the race with a longing that is unspeakable . These miseries may be alleviated by adopting, as many do, the pleasant things, and quietly ignoring the :est . To take an instance, marmalade is " good for training . " Probably this is only true when it is used as a substitute for butter . But never you mind ; however thickly you lay on the butter, cover it with " Keiller ' s Dundee, " and you will still be " training ." And if you can get some kind friend to provide the marmalade so much the better . Again, a stern and rigid trainer might say "don ' t go to Mrs . Arrowsmith's ." But to this you would make reply "what possible harm could there be in a glass of milk? and Mrs . Arrowsmith makes a `training-bun ' specially for us at this time of year ." This system of training may with great advantage be cornmenced several weeks before the crew ever enters a boat at all ; and if due care be taken to guard against a surfeit of marmalade, no fears need be entertained of the crew being overtrained . Even when you are rigidly pursuing this course, it will do you no harm to have a regular blow-out—as the street arab would put it-if you should be invited out to dinner or tea . And there be few indeed that can resist the seductions of a hamper from home, even with the fear of a race before their eyes. Finally, there is a third party whose motto is " train not at all ." If a stern captain compels an enforced abstinence from cheese at supper,

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these gentlemen make it up with sad pound-cake and sardines in the dormitory afterwards. These are they who, when caught in the tuckshop, glibly explain that it was a pair of garters they wanted, or perhaps a stamp . It was one of these who pleasantly informed his captain on the day of the race that he had just been to Mrs. Arrowsmith's and had had seven puffs, and two cheesecakes, and a glass of milk There are, indeed, individuals to be found who have learnt enough Latin to know est modus in rebus, and who train npon common-sense principles, but they are so rarely to be met with that it is unnecessary to consider them here . QUIS?

THEATRICAL ACCOUNT. RECEIPTS .

EXPENDITURE. s. d .

Balance from 1888 . . . . 2 7 School Subscriptions (School 'louse, Day Boys, Mr. Gilbert's House) . . . . 37 10 Head Master's Subscription . . 5 0 Masers Subscriptions 4 0 Public Subscriptions . . 9 10 I i Sale of Mr. Yeld's Poem Collected at the Peterite Dinner and O .P . Subscriptions . . . . . . 8 19

Total

0 0 0 0 o

L'68 7 4

s . d. Samuel May (Dresses) 20 0 0 W . Clarkson (Wigs) 4 5 6 Holtby II 1S o Sampson 2 18 8 Leak & Thorp 2 17 3 Hartley 3 0 0 Police . . I 0 8 James . . . . I O O Gas and Fittings . . 0 14 II Gray & Sons (Piano) I II O Atkinson (Perruquier) 2 0 0 Taylor S. Son (Chairs) 1 13 4 B'ollans (Lamps) . . 0 5 0 Band . . 4 0 0 Thunder and Lightning o 15 0 Lamb (Paints) q 8 6 Carriage .. r 7 6 Workmen q 3 0 Aricl's Wings, Caliban's Fingers . . o 6 z Cork Soles q I O Post-cards, Paper, Envelopes (stamped) .. q 9 51 yards Grey Flannel q 7 Silver Paint and Varnish .. q 2 Elastic .. q O L'alance for 18S9 .. 7 I Total

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FOOTBALL. v . BRADFORD OLD BOYS. This, the return match, was played on our own ground in fine weather. The team was very different to that which had inflicted so decisive a defeat in the former match, and therefore all the greater praise is clue to the players for their creditable victory . Mitchell kicked off, and the ball went into touch at the 25 flag . The Bradford forwards rushed it back, and pressing the School hard quickly scored 3 minors . Mitchell made some magnificent kicks, while Metcalfe and Bingham marked the opposing halves exceedingly well . Then the forwards rushed the ball down the field, and Padel running in neat style passed to Sutton who scrambled across . Mitchell placed a marvellous goal from the try, obtained as it was not a foot from the touch line . At half time the score stood—The School, r goal ; Bradford Old Boys, 3 minors . On resuming Bradford once more pressed, and immediately scored a try. The kick failed . Then the School forwards played up somewhat harder, Wilkinson, Padel, Carter, and Sutton being especially conspicuous . Nevertheless Bradford managed to score another try, which fortunately was not converted . When time was called the School had won an exciting game by r goal 2 minors to Bradford Old Boys 2 tries 3 minors. The following represented the School :—H . B . Whitby, full back ; F . Mitchell (captain), J . O . Garland, and M . Whittam, Esq ., :1; H . G . Metcalfe and S . O . Bingham, 2 ; K . E . T. Wilkinson, A H. Sutton, R. C . Laybourne, W. M . Carter, F . M . Bingham, F . Padel, T . Spence, E . W . Clarke, and J . A . Easten, forwards. v . DURHAM SCHOOL. This match was played at hurham, on Saturday, February 22nd. As so many of last term's victorious team were gone, it was scarcely expected that the School would win . To add to their misfortunes, Garland was unable to play, so that in fact the School had not one of the three-quarters who opposed Durham last term . The match was played on the Durham practice ground which was decidedly mountainous . Mitchell kicked off up hill, and at first the School pressed, but the superior weight of the Durham forwards soon drove them back, and after a while penned them in their own 25 ; then Lodge picked up and passed to Gough who after a feigned pass obtained a try, from which

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Brandon kicked a goal . The School backs now played up well, and shewed some good kicking, but could not gain much ground owing to the weakness of the forwards, who were very light . They were gradually driven back, and from a scrimmage on the goal-line a Durham forward gained the second try . The point was not improved upon . After this the School three-quarters shewed some pretty combination, and took the ball to the Durham 25 . After a good deal of play in neutral ground, the Durham forwards rushed the ball to the School lines, and once more, by means of Lodge, gained a try . The place-kick was unsuccessful . Soon after this half-time was called . On resuming the School played with great determination and dash, and several times very nearly scored . Mitchell was conspicuous in some fine rushes down the field, but the defence of the Durham backs was too good . At last, Peterite ground was again invaded, and a forward scored a try from a scrimmage on the line . Soon afterwards Lodge picked up from a scrimmage and by a good run obtained a try behind the posts from which Brandon kicked a goal . Time was then called, leaving Durham victors by 2 goals 3 tries to nil . The forwards played up well against very heavy and vigorous opponents ; the backs all did well individually, but as it was the first time they had played together, they (lid not display that fine combination which distinguished the play of the School last term. The following was the School team :—C . J . N . Carter, back ; F . Mitchell (captain), centre a ; A . H . Sutton, H . B . Whitby, wing 4 ; H . G . Metcalfe, S . O . Bingham, ; K . E . T. Wilkinson, R . C . 'I'. . M . Bingham, C . F . C . Padel, T . A. Laybourne, W . Carter, F . M Easten, E . W. Clarke, T. S . Spence, F . Williams, forwards.

"INFLUENZA IN OUR ALLEY ." We have received the following contribution from a present member of the School : CARISSIMI EDITORES,

Ego, vester Tommius audiens in quanto needo vos estis contributionum sum mittens sequentes, versus, quos concoxi summa difficultate, Vester in aevum, TO VIMIUS PETERITENSIS, (Late Civil and Military Department .)

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" INFLUENZA IN OUR ALLEY: Of all the pains that man oppress, There's none like influenza ! I once despised her, I confess, But, now she inspires my pen, Sir. There's not a sickness in the land That comes near influenza. I once despised her, I confess, But, now she inspires my pen, Sir. Of all the times within the year, I dearly love but one time, And that's the time that comes betwixt The terms (when there's no 'sweat-time). Oh, I'm oppressed in head and chest : I'm clown with influenza. I once despised her, I confess, But, now she inspires my pen, Sir. The masters and the fellows, all Make game of influenza, And but for her I'd have to fag 2 Exams, and do a paper ; But when that English stuff is done, Oh . then I'll knock off' shamming ; And, Oh, how rowdy will I be (Until I get a lamming) . ¢

For the benefit of those unacquainted with school-boy vernacular, we append the following explanations : r To " sweat "—to work. 2 To " fag Exams "—to work at Exams (cognate arc). 3 To " knock off "—to cease. 4 " Lam, Lamm " (we are unable to find even a traditional spelling)—to castigate.

CRICKET. The cricket authorities have supplied us with the following which may seem at first sight to need some explanation It has been decided to divide our cricket aspirants into three bodies of twenty-two . Division I . are to practice on the bottom ground; Division II . on the upper ground (where the Juniors used to play last year) ; Division III . on the football field. The idea seems a very sensible one, and easy of accomplishment. We wish it all success .

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DIVISION I.

F . Mitchell (rapt .) . .. H . G . Metcalfe H . D . Naylor J . O . Garland F. M . Bingham H . B . Whitby G . J . Scott . .. S . O . Bingham A . H . Sutton C . Grindrod R . Martin . . .

T . Spence. F . Padel. R . Baird. R . S . Tute. C . J . N . Carter. W . H . M . Hancock. A . W . Peel. B . Outram. F . Williams. J . A . Fasten. B . Scargill. DIVISION II.

E . 1V . Clarke (capt .) A . Sargeaunt C . Cotterill . .. R . S . Russell J . Shepherd . .. R . Whincup . .. C . Whincup H . Proctor . .. H . R . Partington W . A . Rose . .. T . H . Bingham

S. Dixon. T. Leonard. H . McTurk. C . O . Grindrod. C . C . D . I'Anson. N . T . Crumbie. F . Tute. G . Raine. B . Young. A . W . Eastwood. P . Cadman. DIVISION HI.

K . J . Roy R . S . Roy C . P . Cass B . Bailey G . Carter A . Sargeaunt C . Spence . .. R . Hopkins . .. R . Addis H . Tute H . Bennington

G . A . Burton. J . L . Crathorne. R . H . Hall. G . Crowther. B . Sargeaunt F . Hudson (capt .) W . Hood L . Hood N. Addis. H . B . Greeves. H . Cadman .

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CORRESPONDENCE. DEAR

Allow me to draw the attention of your readers to a perhaps trifling matter . The School Library was opened not long ago to all members of the Sixth Form . Now it seems only right that those who see the daily papers which are paid for by Library subscribers, many of whom do not see them, should pay the very reasonable subscription of 3S . 4d . a term, especially since they thereby secure the additional privilege of obtaining books . Yet some of the day-boys of the Sixth have refused to subscribe . Does not the Library deserve support as much as any other School Institution? If the Sixth Form will not .do their share, who shall ? I remain, Yours sincerely, "A SUBSCRIBER . "

DEAR SIR,

I wish to suggest an alteration in the School Football Matches which would, I think, if adopted, be a great improvement . At present on the one hand, constant complaints are heard to the effect that it is well-nigh impossible to arrange matches for the Second Fifteen, except with town clubs who are usually too heavy for the School team, and play a game that is far from scientific. Thus last season, except the fixture with Ripon Grammar School 2nd—which produced an excellent game—all the Second Team matches were of this character. On the other hand, . the First XV . have beaten in the most hollow fashion several of the schools they met last season, and scored against them just as they liked . Now such games do a team nothing but harm, by encouraging a lazy and careless style of play . Would it not be better, therefore, that the Second Team should play these matches? They would be quite strong enough—at any rate at the beginning of the season—to play good games with such schools as Pocklington, Bradford, or Thorparch, and such a change would, I am sure, greatly increase the enthusiasm for the game amongst the juniors of the PIG . school .

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BOATING. The prospect of having some good races seems better this year than it has been for some years past . From one cause or another the School House has lately carried all before it, and the interest in the races has consequently and not unnaturally waned considerably, Not only has the School House won almost all the prizes for the last two years at any rate, but in the majority of cases has won them without any effort. They have undoubtedly been physically stronger than their opponents, and in the case of the Seniors, had more experience, but this should only rouse the Day-Boys to fresh exertions . They have good material in abundance and for the last few years have certainly had plenty of opportunities of being well coached, but the spirit and keenness which until lately always characterized the rowing of the Day-Boys has been lamentably absent, and until it reappears good races will be few and far between . Next to the Old-Boys race the most important are the House Fours . The first boats are this year limited to two and ought to provide an exciting race . The School House boat will consist of J . O . Garland (bow), S . O . Bingham (2), K . F . T . Wilkinson (3), H . G. Metcalfe (stroke), and the School boat of W . Carter (bow), R . C . T . Laybourne (2), F . Mitchell (3), J . A . Fasten (stroke) . In the former boat Garland is very promising and the others work well, though Wilkinson wastes a considerable amount of energy by persistent " digging, " and Metcalfe is an excellent stroke . The School boat is strong but at present sluggish in its movements, but has been much improved by the substitution of Fasten for Mitchell at stroke—the latter going to his old place at 3 . The second boats also ought to be well matched . The Day-Boys crew consisting of Scargill (bow), Alcock (2), Peel i . (3), Garwood (stroke), is a strong one though rough, and is sure to make a good race with the House crew which is made up of Martin (bow), Spence i . (z), Bingham ii . (3), Sutton (stroke) . They are very weak in the bows and will have to improve considerably if they want to win. The House third boat with Hancock (bow), I'Anson (2), Clarke i . (3), Whitby (stroke), has the making of a very good one . Whitby is a good stroke and Clarke though rather clumsy does plenty of work ; Hancock is neat and I ' Anson will improve with practice . They ought to be more than a match for the Day-Boys, consisting of Rose (bow), Tute i. (2), Williams (3), Carter ii . (stroke) . The " Civil " being now a thing of the past, a crew will be chosen from the Modern Side to row against

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the Sixth and School . The Modern crew will probably be chosen from Garland, Sutton, Laybourne, Scargill, and Spence, but will hardly be good enough for the Sixth with Mitchell, Easten, Wilkinson, and either Garwood, Peel, Williams or Clarke, or the rest of the School who will be chosen from Whitby, Bingham i . and ii ., Hancock, Carter, and Metcalfe . The race between the latter and the Sixth ought to be good, and with Metcalfe at stroke the School might manage to turn the tables . The Senior sculls seem to be at the mercy of Mitchell, who will probably only have Bingham and Metcalfe to oppose him, while Mitchell and Metcalfe will probably carry off the Senior Pairs . The entries for the Senior races are very poor, and the feeling " Can't win, won ' t enter, " to which the poor entries are due, must disappear before the rowing can ever be as good as in a School with a river like the Ouse it ought to be . The Juniors on the other hand are much more energetic, and the Sculls will be productive of hard races between I 'Anson, Bingham iii., Whincup ii ., Carter, Rose, and others, while the same will probably enter for the pairs . The Old-Boys Race, which will be rowed on April 16th, will be the great event . The School crew will be made up of R . C . T. Laybourne, S . O . Bingham, F . Mitchell, H . G . Metcalfe, three of whom rowed in the boat last year, and are sure to make a good race with any crew the Old-Boys raise . They are very strong, and as three of them have rowed together for some time now ought to work well together . Metcalfe's excellence as a stroke was proved last year, and though it is too much to expect another such splendid race, it is sure to be rowed to the very end, and afford plenty of excitement . G. H . Eyre will stroke the Old-Boys and will probably be supported by J . F . Leaf, H . W . Rhodes and J . H . G. Wilson, though the latter two are uncertain . The crew is a good one though it would have been strengthened by the presence of G . W. Bulman . With about ro days to train in, they ought to be in pretty good condition by the day of the race, and with Eyre to stroke and supervise them are certain to be well together, and to make a good bid for victory.

CONFIRMATION. On the 21st of March, the Bishop of Beverley, officiating on behalf of the Archbishop of York, held a Confirmation in the School Chapel. There was a fair muster of relatives and friends of the members of the

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School, while not a few Old Petcrites were present . The candidates, who numbered 19, were with one exception prepared for confirmation by the Headmaster . Before and after the laying on of hands the Bishop explained what was meant by confirmation, and impressed upon those present that there was nothing mean or unmanly in religion, but it was the highest aim anyone could have to follow in the footsteps of the Greatest Man who had ever lived in the world . He drew their attention to the passage, " He that is not with me is against me, and he that gathereth not with me scattereth," and said that some people thought it was possible to live without being either for or against Christ . Neutrality, however, he showed was impossible, and he enjoined all to live in a righteous, sober, and godly way throughout their lives . In conclusion he urged them to make use of the means of grace, so that they might grow in spiritual strength. On the Sunday following the Dean preached an eloquent sermon at afternoon Chapel . He directed his remarks more especially to those who had just been confirmed, calling upon them above all to see and feel the omnipresence of God in all that they did or thought.

NOTES AND ITEMS.

The Rev. C . R . Gilbert has been appointed to the Headmastership of Coventry Grammar School . He has also been appointed one of the select preachers before the University of Cambridge for the ensuing academical year. J . F. Leaf rowed 7 in the Peterhouse boat in the recent Lent races at Cambridge. H . IV. Rhodes has been appointed a Master in the Abbey School, Beckenham . He has also received his county cap from the Yorkshire Rugby Union. J . A. Fasten has been elected to an exhibition of _4. 40 per annum at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. At the Church of St . Andrew, Bradford, on the 15th August, 1889, a marriage was solemnized between Miss Clara L . Hodgson, Somerville, Bradford, and Mr . Robert Wright Taylor, 19, Courtfield Road, S. Kensington. The Rev . Townsend Storrs has been recently elected to the HeadMastership of Doncaster Grammar School .

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H . G . Metcalfe has passed the entrance examination at Pembroke College, Cambridge, from the 5th Form. C . J . W . Grindrod also passed the preliminary examination for Graduation in Medicine at Edinburgh University from the same Form. J . A. Browne, who left at Christmas, has matriculated at Trinity College, Dublin .

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On the 14th of March, at «'iarton, Ontario, Hucx, 3rd son of the Rev. H . I . SWALE, of Ingfield, Settle, Aged 33 .

THE

PFT [RITE Vol,. X .

JUNE, 189o .

No . 86.

SCHOOL LETTER. ET once more, 0 ye past, and once more, 0 ye present Peterites,

Y it is our pleasing duty to add another letter to the records of our

school proceedings. The Break-up Day was a decided success, though we should like to have seen a closer Old Boys' race . Perhaps, however, last year's exciting finish spoilt us, besides other close contests during the term itself. There was some talk of the Sixth following the race in a steam launch, but unfortunately at the time of starting not a particle of steam could be raised, not so much even as to blow the whistle . However, after the race was over, several members of the aforesaid form got on board—a turba jocosa—but their spirits and their clothes were thoroughly damped by a shower of mud and water. Part of the editorial we—then on board—on asking what this phenomenon might mean, was informed that something had " bust," and the august body was landed ignominiously on the bank . Truly a likely sort of boat to follow a race . But it didn't cost them anything, except at the tailor's, so we suppose they were comforted. Now, to turn to this term . The cricket ground looks in excellent condition, and will, no doubt, produce even this year, match wickets far above the average . We take this opportunity of congratulating the cricket authorities on their forethought and patriotism for those who are to follow them. The team itself should be a good one . There are six of last year's eleven left, and several promising batsmen, both in the second eleven and among the juniors, are forthcoming.

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Before we close, we would, on behalf of the whole school, give a hearty welcome to the Rev . A . E . Burton and Mrs . Burton, who succeed to the Rev . C . R . Gilbert and Mrs . Gilbert . We wish them and their house all happiness and prosperity in the future, and look forward to seeing the competition between the two boarding houses as hot as ever it was in the good old clays.

THE BOAT RACES. HE Races this year were a decided success . We were favoured

T with very good weather on the whole ; the number of entries—

for both senior and junior events—was larger than we ever remember before ; and many exciting races were produced . In the fours the School House again carried all before them, but the victories were not so easy as they have been of late years . Racing was begun on Thursday, April 3rd, when heats of the Senior Pairs and Sculls were rowed off. G . H . Eyre and Mr . C . M. Miller acted as starters. SENIOR PAIRS. FIRST ROUND.

I: Mitchell (bow) H. G . llfctcalfe (str .) II. B . Whitby (cox)

beat

K. E . T. Wilkinson (bow) S. O . Bingham (sir .) E . C. Cadman (cox)

IV. Carter (bow) . Peel (str .) A. W E. C . Cadman (cox)

beat

R. C . Tide (bow) H. H. Williams (sir .) A . 1V Eastwood (coax)

R . C. T. Lai bourne (bow) beat j. A . Easters (sir .) F. C. Cadman (cox)

IV. H. M. Hancock (bow) E. TV. Clarke (sir .) A . Il`. Eastwood (cox)

C . J. IV Carter (bozo) H. B . IT7ritby (sir .) E. C . Cadman (cox)

1V. T. Crumble (bow) G. I. Scott (str .) L Shepherd (cox)

beat

J. O . Garland (bow) beat F. if. Bingham (str .) A . 11'. Eastwood (cox)

B . St. G . j. Scargill (bozo) R . Garwood (sir.) H. Procter (cox)

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The first race—between Metcalfe ' s pair and Bingham' s—was really an excellent one . Bingham led by a trifle at the start, and rowing four strokes less to the minute was a good length ahead at the Corner. Here the others began to feel the current and came up somewhat, but were still behind under Scarborough Bridge . A most exciting race ensued as far as the Coal-drop, but here Metcalfe's pair forged ahead rapidly and won by a length and a quarter . Tute and Williams, though they lost the side and were opposed to a much stronger crew, made a very fair show . The race was fairly even down to the Corner, but then Peel ' s pair drew away and won somewhat easily by three lengths . In the third race E . W . Clarke's pair even with the side was no match for Laybourne and Easten . They rowed very pluckily, however, and the winners who took things rather easily only won by two lengths. Crumbie and Scott were quite outclassed by Whitby and Carter, and seemed not at all at home in their boat . They were easily beaten by three lengths and a half. The last race was rather more interesting . Garwood gained a slight lead at the start, but his opponents rowing well together, soon overhauled him, and after the Corner had the race in their hands . The losing boat rowed pluckily but had no sort of style. SECOND ROUND.

lVlritby's pair and Peel's pair R . C. T. Laybourne (bow) J. A . Easten (str.) E. C. Cadman (cox)

beat

retired.

J. O. Garland (bow) F M . Bin; ham (sir.) H. B . Whitby (cox)

F. Mitchell, (bow) H G . Metcalfe (sir .), rowed over. This was a very good race . Both crews rowed hard and were nearly even for some distance ; then Easten, who had the side, gradually gained. He was nearly a length ahead when, at the White railing, he caught a crab and allowed the other boat a considerable lead . Easten and Laybourne, however, rowing a very steady stroke, overhauled them little by little, and a fine race was seen as far as Marygate . Here the superior weight and strength of Easten's boat began to tell, and they got away and won by a length . Both crews rowed exceedingly well.

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FINAL HEAT. F. Mitchell (bow)

beat

R . C . T. Laybozzrne (bow)

H. G . Metcalfe (sir.)

l A . Ras/en (str.) E . C. Cadman (cos)

H. B . Whitby (cox)

Metcalfe rowed a very fast stroke at the beginning and being well backed up soon drew clear, and took his opponent's water at the Corner, winning eventually by three lengths . The losers rowed hard but lacked the lively stroke of the other boat.

SENIOR SCULLS. FIRST ROUND.

H. B . TVhitby beat j. A . Easten S. O . Bingham W. H. Al . Hancock

beat and

F. Mitchell beat R . lllartizt F. M. Bingham

H. G . Metcalfe

rowed over.

A good race was expected between Whitby and Fasten, as it was thought that Easten's strength might counterbalance the other's experience . Whitby, however, led from the first and won easily by several lengths. In the second race Martin was no match for Mitchell who had things all his own way from beginning to end and won as he liked . An interesting race was seen between the brothers Bingham . F . M. Bingham—to the surprise of most—took the lead, and succeeded in keeping it as far as Scarborough Bridge . Here, however—being badly steered or not steered at all—he got into difficulties with the bank and let his brother pass him . He rowed hard to the end but could not regain his lead and was beaten by a length and a half. The loser rowed very pluckily, and with greater strength and experience will probably do well . SECOND ROUND.

F. !Mitchell

beat

TV. H A7 Hancock.

H. G . Metcalfe

beat

S . O . Bingham

H. B . TVlutby, retired .

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This was another ridiculously easy win for Mitchell, Hancock rowed well for his years and strength but could do nothing against his opponent . In the second race Metcalfe started at a very fast stroke and speedily gained a lead of a length and a half, but Bingham settling to his work prevented any increase of this, and the positions were unchanged down to the Corner. As Bingham shot the railway bridge, Metcalfe was just clear . Metcalfe slightly increased his lead and won by about three lengths . FINAL HEAT.

F. Mitchell

beat

M. G . Metcalfe

This was a disappointing race . Mitchell speedily gained a substantial lead and won without much difficulty . Both rowed in good style but Mitchell's superior weight and strength gave him an easy victory.

JUNIOR PAIRS. FIRST FOUND.

A . Rose (bow) C . J. IV. Carter (str .)

beat

E . F. Aevile (boor) K. J. Roy (sir.)

C . Whincup (bow) T. Bingham (str.)

beat

A . O . Sarjeannt (bow) C. C. D . I ' Anson (sir .)

C. B . Cotteril (bozo) rowed over H. R . Tartington (sir .) Rose and Carter, who were much the heavier pair, soon showed in front, and gaining slightly down to the corner, took their opponents' water at the bridge and won by several lengths . The losers rowed very pluckily on to the end, and deserve praise for the good show they made against such strong opponents . In the second race Sargeaunt and I'Anson were easily beaten by the smaller and weaker pair . For some distance there was not much to choose between the boats, but soon I'Anson's pair got into difficulties and shewed sundry eccentricities in the way of crabs, and the others rowing very steadily and in good time left them behind and won easily .

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C. Whincup (bow) T. Bingham (sir .)

beat

C. B . Cotteril (bow) H. R. Partington (str.)

A . Rose (bow) rowed over C. J. N. Carter (sir.) This was another hollow race . Cotteril and Partington had not yet learnt to row in time and were consequently beaten without difficulty. FINAL HEAT.

A . Rose (bow) C. J. N. Carter (sir .)

beat

C. Whincup (bow) T. Bingham (sir.)

Whincup and Bingham had the side, and at first kept on even terms with the others, but Carter and Rose, settling to their work, gradually drew away, and won by two lengths . The winners rowed well together and for a junior pair are really good.

JUNIOR SCULLS. FIRST ROUND. I E. C. Nevile beat K. J. Roy. C. Whincup beat T. Bingham. C. C. D . 1'Anson and C . J. N. Carter rowed over.

Whincup rowed a much stronger stroke than Bingham, and in spite of a very erratic course soon forged ahead, and won by several lengths. Both showed promising form . Nevile and Roy seemed very equally matched at first, but Roy's course was obstructed below Scarborough Bridge, and thus an interesting race was spoilt. SECOND ROUND.

C. J. N. Carter heat C . Whincup. E. C. Nevile beat C . C. D . I'Ansozz. As was expected, Carter won, but Whincup rowed most determinedly, and was only beaten by about half a length . In the second race I'Anson, when he was rowing, was far faster than Nevile, but he was constantly " catching crabs " and losing his oars, while Nevile rowed well and steadily . I 'Anson was rapidly gaining, but when under Lendal Bridge he caught a final " crab, " and Nevile managed to win by a few feet .

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FINAL HEAT.

C. J. N. Carter beat E. C. Nevile. The winner, in spite of the difference in strength, had to row hard in order to win . Nevile stuck to him gamely, and was beaten only by three lengths . HOUSE FOURS. As the numbers in Mr . Gilbert's house were so small they were amalgamated with the Day Boys . In spite of this, however, the Schoo l House won all the Fours . SENIOR FouRS. SCHOOL HOUSE

beat

DAY BOYS AND REV. C . R. GILBERT ' S.

7. O . Garland (bow)

IV. Al . Carter (bow) 2. R . C. T. Laybourne 3. F Mitchell j. A . Easten (sir.) E . C. Cadman (cox)

2 . S. O. Bingham 3 . F. M. Bingham H. G. 1lletcalfe (sir .) H. B. Whitby (cox)

A close and interesting race was expected, as it was thought that the greater strength of the Day Boys would go far to counterbalance any School House superiority of style . Expectations, however, were completely falsified, for the House, starting at a quick and lively stroke, drew away from their opponents hand-over-hand ; they were soon clear, and won as they liked . It is probably to the difference of strokes that this hollow victory is chiefly to be attributed . The School House stroke was smart and lively, while the others affected a long, dragging style, and had, moreover, the bad fault of " hanging ." Wilkinson was unable to row in the race on account of a bad thumb, and his place was taken by F M . Bingham. JUNIOR FOURS. SCHOOL HOUSE

R. Martin (how) 2. T. S. Spence 3 . F. A7 Bingham A . H. Sutton (str .) 7. Shepherd (cox)

beat

DAY BOYS.

B . St . G . j. Scargill (bow)

2. A . IV Peel 3. H. Alcech R. Garwood (sir.) E . C. Cadman (cox)

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This was an excellent race as far as the railway bridge . Both crews started at a fast stroke, and down to the Corner there was nothing to choose between them . Here the House, who had the far side, showed in front, and through Scarborough Bridge increased their lead. Opposite Marygate there was half a length of daylight between the boats, and the leading crew, rowing well together, won by two and a half lengths . The losers rowed hard, but were spoilt by their jerky style . THIRD FOURS. SCHOOL HOUSE

beat

TV. H. Al. Hancock (bow) 2. G . j. Scott 3. E . IV Clarke H. B. Whitby (sir.) .j. Shepherd (cox)

DAY BOYS.

A . Rose (bow) 2 . H. H. Williams 3 . R. C. Trite C. j. N. Carter (str .) E . C. Cadman (cox)

The Day Boys won the toss and took the far side . An even start was effected and the School House soon took a slight lead, and at the Corner slightly increased it . As far as Marygate the positions of the boats were unchanged ; then the School House again began to gain, and won by two lengths . The winning boat was well together, and showed evidence of careful coaching : the Day Boys were pluckily stroked, but there was considerable diversity of style in the middle of the boat.

SCHOOL FOURS. As the Civil and Military Department is now no more, a crew was chosen from the Modern Side instead. SCHOOL beat C . J. IV. Carter (bow) 2. S. O . Bingham 3. F. AL Bingham H. G . Metcalfe (str.) H. B. TVhitby (cox)

MODERN SIDE.

TV M . Carter (bow) 2. R . C . T. Laybourne 3. j. O. Garland A . H. Sutton (sir.) P. Alortimer (cox)

For some distance after the start the boats were even ; then the Modern, the heavier crew, began to forge ahead, and round the Scope corner, where they had the inside berth, gained considerably . At the

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boat house they were about three-quarters of a length ahead . Here, however, Metcalfe quickened slightly, and the School began to creep up . They continued to gain slowly past the White Railing, and as the Modern were now rowing a very dead stroke, the School were level at the Corner . The Modern were unable to reap any advantage from the side through Scarborough Bridge, and their opponents rowing hard to the end won by two lengths. SIXTH. SCHOOL beat C . j. N. Carter (bow) F . IV. Clarke (bow) 2 . S. O . Bingham 2. A . IV. Peel 3 F. dl. Bingham 3. F. Mitchell J. A . Fasten (sir.) H. G . Metcalfe (sir.) F . C. Cadman (cox) H. Scar ill (cox) The Sixth won the toss and chose the Ings station . The Sixth got off well, and having the advantage round the first corner, gained considerably . Then at Ings ditch, owing to some bad steering, the School came up, and by the Scope had gained a substantial lead . The Sixth rowed hard, but could not regain their position, and after the boat house the School were not seriously threatened.

THE OLD BOYS' RACE. This race was rowed on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 16th, over the long course from the Waterworks to Lendal Bridge . The crews were as follows : THE SCHOOL .

R. C. T. Laybourne (bow) 2. S . O . Bingham 3. F. Mitchell . G . Metcalfe (str.) H H. B. Whitby (cox)

THE OLD BOYS.

H. IV . Rhodes (bow) G. V. Birks 3 . j. F. Leaf G . II. Eyre (str.) A . I. Hopkins (cox) 2.

The School had the benefit of three of last year's crew, and it was generally expected that with their longer training, they would prove too strong for the Old Boys, who had been compelled to make changes in their crew only a few days before the race . An excellent start was

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effected, and the School, rowing a quick and lively stroke, soon gained a lead ; this they increased round the first corner, and before the Scope they were clear . Rowing beautifully together the School kept a substantial lead all the way down, and though the Old Boys made determined efforts to overhaul them, they were unsuccessful, and were beaten easily by 9 or ] o lengths . The losers had not that uniformity of style which was so conspicuous in the School Boat, and were of course hampered by a want of condition. This concluded the boat races, which were perhaps not far from being the most successful the School has ever had . If it is allowable to point out a possible improvement, one might suggest that next boatraces the heats should, as much as possible, be rowed off regularly, and that first and second rounds should not be mixed in that inextricable confusion which was seen this year.

CAMBRIDGE LETTER, INCE a Cambridge Letter last appeared in the Peterite, two

S important annual Inter-tiniversity fixtures have been decided,

namely, the Sports and the Boat Race, both of which as they are things of the remote past, can be dismissed with brief notice . The sports need little comment, the victory of Cambridge being decisive . With regard to the boat race, the prevailing opinion seems to be that the best boat won—want of uniformity being the rock on which the Cambridge crew struck . The River and Cricket are at present the most engrossing topics. To deal with the former, Muttlebury has resigned the post of President after a three years' tenure, and has been succeeded by Elin, who rowed bow in this year's crew . The May Boats of the various colleges are by this time nearly all made up, and are practising vigorously . Third Trinity with Elin, Francklyn, and Muttlebury, at stroke, seven, and six, respectively, to say nothing of three Trial Eight men elsewhere in the boat, should have no difficulty in maintaining their position as head of the river . St . Peter 's is represented by Hutchings, who is coaching Selwyn, and Leaf, who is rowing in the Peterhouse boat . The Cricket prospects are encouraging,

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as with six of last year's team left, and a promising reserve to fall back on, we ought to make a by no means disgraceful exhibition . The weak point will be bowling, for which, however, we possess S . M . J . Woods, Jephson, the Surrey amateur, and Streatfield, from Charterhouse. Several important matches will be played here in the course of the term, among them being matches against England, M .C .C ., and the Australians. Tripos fever is now at its height . The over-worked undergraduate, with haggard face and in a state of deshabille proportionate to the magnitude of his task, spends his leisure intervals in speculating on the certainty of failure, and the comforting reflection that his more fortunate brothers will soon be labouring under the affliction that now besets him . A numerous sprinkling of Peterites take their Triposes this term ; R . Crosthwaite and Hutchings the Mathematical, and T . P . Clarke and Whaley the Classical, while Allan and Hood are in for an M .B . May they all meet with the success they so surely deserve. Peterites were pleased to see the Headmaster and Mrs. Handford up here a few days ago, and our best thanks are due to the Rev . F . H . Chase, Principal of the Clergy School, and Mrs . Chase for giving many of us an opportunity of meeting them which we should otherwise not have had . P .L.

EMIGRATION OF AN INDUSTRIAL BOY. N the last day of last term the School assembled in the chapel to

O bid God-speed to a boy from the Industrial School who was about

to emigrate . The Headmaster, after reading a lesson taken from the sixth chapter of the Epistle to the Galatians, addressed the School and a contingent from the Industrial School who were present. He pointed out that the occasion on which they were gathered together was possibly unique, and said that members of the school had received from God many blessings which had been denied to others, and, he hoped, were trying to obey the command contained in the lesson by doing, on their part, some practical good to those near them . Part of the alms of the school had been devoted to helping one of the Industrial School boys to emigrate to Canada and by God's

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help to fill a useful position there. He hoped in conclusion that he might ask the boy to promise to do what he could to help any Peterites who might be in that part of the world. The boy was then presented with a bible . Archdeacon Barber next addressed the school, taking for his text "bear ye one another's burdens " and " every man shall bear his own burdens ." He showed that the two sayings were not contradictory, and explained how every one could help his fellows by kindness, sympathy and forbearance. He referred to the time when he was himself at St . Peter's, and said that public schools existed not merely to supply boys with knowledge, but were the training-school of soul, mind and body . Such a ceremony as the present one would, he said, widen their sympathies and help them to bear one another's burdens.

PRESENTATION TO THE REV . C . R . GILBERT. HE School afterwards assembled in the hall at half-past eleven, the

T masters being present also . The captain of the school, J . A. Easten, after expressing in suitable terms the loss which they all felt they were sustaining in the Rev . C . R . Gilbert's departure to his new work at Coventry, presented him with a purse of gold, in token of the esteem which all the boys, from the youngest to the oldest, entertained towards him. Mr . Gilbert in replying said that no words of his were sufficient to shew the pleasure he felt at receiving so handsome a present from the school . It was not its intrinsic value that pleased him, but rather the fact that all of them, great and small alike, had contributed to it . He said also that he wished to thank them in the name of Mrs . Gilbert, whose absence on such an occasion he so much regretted . In conclusion he invited all Peterites, past or present, who might be near his new school to come and share his hospitality, for St . Peter's had always had, and would always continue to have, a very warm place in his heart. The proceedings terminated with cheers for Mr . and Mrs. Gilbert .

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CRICKET PROSPECTS. O1V that the beginning of the summer term is near at hand, our

N thoughts naturally turn to the subject of cricket . The question which most of us at St . Peter's have already asked ourselves, " what kind of an XI shall we have this year, " will soon receive a definite answer. Let us see what prospect there is of the answer being a satisfactory one. To form the nucleus of this year's XI we have six "old colours "—Mitchell, Metcalfe r, Naylor, Bingham 2, Garland, and Whitby. There are thus five places to be filled, a matter of no small difficulty. We are glad to see that something is to be done this season to make the matter easier in future ; the division of our cricketers into three sets, ought to prove beneficial in all respects . Judging from last year's form, we should say that the vacant places will have to be filled up by a selection from the following :—Bingham r, Scott r, Peel r, Carter r, Martin, and Sutton . We hope, however, that the vacancies will in no case be filled in too great a hurry, or without due judgment . In competition with our last year's players, we have those who have joined us since last summer, and much young blood, which may develop unexpected talent. Turning to the old members of the XI, we find batting power predominates, whilst bowling talent is scarce . With a first-rate bat like Mitchell, ably backed up by Bingham 2, Naylor and

Whitby, our batsmen ought to give a very satisfactory account of themselves against any bowling they are likely to have to face . Metcalfe is pretty certain to treat us to some clean hitting now and again, but we look to him for support in the bowling department ; with a little more head work we fancy he would be very destructive . Naylor and Mitchell are likely to be very useful as bowlers . We hope to see Mitchell return to his slow high deliveries, in preference to the low deliveries, quick but very erratic, which he adopted last season. A few words about those who will probably complete the XI. We believe they all have some reputation as bowlers, so we ought to have no difficulty in raising an attacking force . We expect to see Bingham r, and Scott r, turn out useful all round, and with care and

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attention to make very good bats. Just a word of advice to our bowlers—see to the pitch of the ball, and do not waste all your energy on pace . A good length ball excels all others. We hope at the end of the term to be able to chronicle a successful season, and with ordinary luck we may fairly look for an advance on last year's achievements.

LIST OF CRICKET MATCHES. May 20 . 24 . 3r. June 5 . in. 18 . 21 . 26 . 28 . July r . 2. 5. 8. to . 15.

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FIRST ELEVEN. North Riding Asylum Ripon School Durham Scnool Yorkshire Gentlemen Sand Hutton Ampleforth College . . : Bradford School Leeds School York Revellers Castle Howard Old Boys Ripon School Durham School Ampleforth College Yorkshire Gentlemen North Riding Asylum Sand Hutton

Away Home Away Away Home Away Home

Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away Away Away.

SECOND ELEVEN. May 17 . Archbishop Holgate's School. 28 . St . Olave's School. June 5 . St . Martin's School. 12 . Heworth Revellers. 14. Doncaster School. rg . Archbishop Holgate's School. 28. Pocklington School. July 3. Heworth Revellers. lo . St. Martin's School. in . Leeds School (Second Eleven). 15 . St. Olave's School.

PETERITE POETRY. It will be remembered that last term several prizes were kindly offered by the Head Master for the best copies of verses on given subjects . These have been now looked over and the results are given below : Some very fair pieces have been received by the Editors, in response to this offer for English verse, from H . H . Williams, G . E . Raine, and C . J . W. Grindrod in the senior competition, and from John Elliott Metcalfe and A . W . Peel in the junior . The exigencies of rhyme have been found troublesome by some, e .g : "The French returned the charge With guns as mischievous if not as large ."

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One does not quite understand why the English at Trafalgar should be described as "Our brave men with scanty naval arts, " or how spears can slash clown the enemy. On the whole, though there is nothing very brilliant, the compositions may certainly be described as promising. S . MARY'S ABBEY. The grey lawn shivers shadow-swept around These clank and mouldering columns ivy-crowned, And through the trees the March wind whistles keen, Whirling yon few brown leaves across the green. That broken column and that shattered arch Has borne how many a blast of windy March ; On summer clays perchance beneath these trees, With Ouse's murmurings borne upon the breeze, Paced the stern Monks, whilst one with book in hand Reads words of wisdom to the assembled band ; Till o'er the sward the shadows lengthening fall, And from the tower the bells to vesper call ; Then to the sombre chapel they repair, And humbly kneeling raise their hearts in prayer; Anon some pealing anthem swells and falls, And softly echoes through the lofty halls, Till fainter, ever fainter, grows the light, And the sun sinks, and all is hushed in night. 1I . H . WILLIAMS.

TIIERMOI'YLiE.

Argument.—Scouts have just announced that a Persian force has crossed the mountain and is marching to attack the Spartans in the rear . A Council is called and many advocate flight . Ultimately, however, the Peloponnesian force make a desperate onslaught on the Persians in which the former (with the exception of the Thebans) are cut down to a man.

" To arms ! to arms ! the foe march on our rear, Arise ! the Persians even now are here ." They heard the words,—turned pale—and gasped for breath ; Some cried—" flee ! flee ! to stay is certain death. Panic and tumult Sparta' s warriors fill'd, Till brave Leonidas the tempest still'd. " Dream ye of flight ? "—he cried—do Spartans flee ?

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PETERITE POETRY. Nay ! noble warriors—stay and stand by me. Sparta requires her sons to win or die, Ye cannot conquer,—will ye life deny? A noble death wins man undying fame ; To live, by flight—a traitor's deathless shame. By Gods and Heroes ! shrink not from the fray, But spring upon the foe without delay. They grasped their spears—they formed their lines—they bore Down on the Persians with a deafening roar ; They hurl'd themselves upon them—bore them down, And fell—the heroes ! won they not renown ? Their tombs an Altar—still their praises ring Who bled and died for country and for king. G . E . RAINE.

TIIERMOPYLIE.

'Twixt mighty Oeta and the sounding sea, Lay unforgotten, dread Thermopyke ; 'There, dashed in dust, great-hearted heroes lie ; There are the tombs of those that cannot die. Though past their glories, in the length of days, The moon of memory lends her distant rays, And, mocking ages, struggles to restore The light of days and deathless deeds of yore. There, Sparta's noblest sons, a dauntless Land, 'Gainst Persia's hostile millions took their stand. Once, twice, and thrice their foemen press'd them round, And ghastly slaughter stalked upon the ground ; Yet they unmoved, like Alpine granite, stood, Till cruel Mars was glutted with their blood. What hearts of adamant—what mighty dead, Let virtue's torch illume their gory bed ; What souls of fire—what passion can we trace ; In them no love of life could find a place. Done is their day, but yet we mourn them not ; Thu it doom was glorious, and beautiful their lot ." A . W. PEEL .

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THE O .P. DINNER. By permission of the Dinner Committee of the O .P. Club we are able to announce that the dates fixed for the next meetings are as follows : The O.P . Dinner (York District) will be held in York in December, 1890. The O.P . Dinner (London District) will be held in London in or about June, 1891. Invitations or notices of the dinner will be circulated as usual.

CORRESPONDENCE. DEAR SIRS,

Much has been both spoken and written of late on the subject of "slopers," and their contemptible habits have been made the butt of the most violent condemnation from the hands of persons who themselves are the soul of loyalty. But, I ask you, has not this matter reached such a climax as to call for action instead of words ? Have not these " slopers " turned a deaf ear to the voice of reason too long to admit of their passing for rational beings ? And, under these circumstances, would not the authorities, I ask, be justified in assuming that these "monsters of iniquity" are without mind, and in addressing their arguments in a persuasive manner to their

persons ? An appeal to their hulking, ungainly carcases would not, I am assured, be wholly unrewarded. When the School House Junior rowed the Day-boys, I do not believe there were a dozen Day-boys on the bank to encourage their champions or to show that they took an ordinary amount of interest in the event. A member of the defeated (but by no means disgraced) crew spoke to me of the discouragement which chilled him when the voices of the Day-boys were entirely drowned in the deafening shout of" well rowed House ."

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Gentlemen, I characterize this state of affairs as monstrous, and I maintain that unless a sweeping reform is very speedily introduced sloperism will extend its boundaries, and St . Peter's School will be dragged down from the proud position to which she attained by favour of the unflagging energy of our fathers . Now the remedy which I prescribe is this . Let an Anti-Sloperian Committee be formed ; let it be invested with full and sufficient powers to visit all disloyalty with summary vengeance . Let the members be appointed by a meeting of the Upper School, and let them unflinchingly, unbudgingly, and with an iron hand exact retribution to the bitter end . " INDIGNATION ."

DEAR SIRS,

I should like to say a word, if I may be allowed, on behalf of that section of the School which has been so much abused of late,—I mean the Day Boys . We are told that they are destitute of patriotism and esprit de corps because they do not all pay subscriptions, and because so few of them turn up to watch matches and so on . Now as to the first matter, the Day Boys have greatly improved . I believe that those who do not subscribe to the School games might now almost be counted on one' s fingers, and this in a School of over 130 boys is a not unsatisfactory state of things. In the matter of attending games and matches, the Day Boys are certainly inert and sluggish, but it seems to me, we must admit that for many of them there is some excuse . I fancy not a few censorious boarders would find their patriotism put to a severe test if they were forced to come back to School a distance of a mile or more immediately after dinner in all weathers . Every one of course should make a point of seeing the important matches, but when the XI play 15 or 20 matches during the season, it becomes a different matter . Is it the duty of every boy, no matter what his tastes, to spend one or more afternoons a week in standing on the field doing—well, nothing? It is a severe requirement, as we may see by watching the juniors on a match-clay . Custom compels them to Le there, but after

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the first half-hour very few of them take any interest in the game. Nobody could be farther than I from wishing to countenance carelessness or indifference towards the School, but I do think that one should pause before giving utterance to these tremendous invectives and try to put one's self in the Day Boys' place . PIG.

NOTES AND ITEMS. St . Peter's day this year falling on a Sunda'', Commemoration Day will be observed on Tuesday, July 1st. The senior mathematical and house mastership left vacant by the election of the Rev . C . R . Gilbert to the Head-Mastership of Coventry School has been accepted by the Rev . A . E . Burton, M .A ., late Scholar of Worcester College, Oxford . Mr . Burton was educated at Berkhampstead School . In 1879 he won the exhibition offered by Worcester College to the best candidate in Mathematics in the Oxford (Senior) Local Examinations, and in 188o an open Mathematical Scholarship at the same College . Mr . Burton graduated in the first-class of the final examination for mathematical honours in 1884, and has been successively chief mathematical master at Dedham and Birkenhead Schools. On April zznd, at the Church of the Holy Trinity, Killiney, co. Dublin, a marriage was solemnized by the Rev . R . T . E . Fausset, assisted by the Rev . Canon Stavely, between the Rev . W . Y. Fausset, _ILA ., Assistant Master of Fettes College, Edinburgh, and Kitty, second daughter of Henry Parkinson, Esq ., of Dalkey, co . Dublin. Charles Haigh, Esq , barrister-at-law, has been appointed Recorder of the Borough of Scarborough .

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G. C . Murray, at the recent Regatta held at Manila, in the beginning of February, won two cups—the Single Sculling and the Pair . Oar. Old Boys wishing to take part in the Old Boys ' match on Commemoration Day must send their names without delay to P . E. Lord, Esq, Heversham School, near Milnthorpe. Major L . Marshall, of the Royal Lancashire Fusiliers, has been gazetted to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. Lieutenant J . P . Montgomery, R .N ., has been appointed to the Magicienne. B . G . M . Baskett, M .A ., has obtained a Scholarship and Gold Medal at the Bristol Hospital. We regret that owing to the dilatoriness of our correspondent we are unable to publish an Oxford Letter in this number. At the preliminary examination for the degree of Mus . Bac . at Cambridge, C . L . Naylor, with his brother, were the only ones who obtained a first class. James Parker is now completing his twenty-fifth year as porter of this school .

THE

PET[RITF. VoL . X .

JULY, IS9o .

No . 87.

SOMETHING ABOUT INDIA. HE Indian Civil Service has attracted a few but not many old Peterites into its ranks . Not half so many as we old boys in India would like to see . Looking at the list I find I am the first Peterite who took up that line of life, and although I passed immediately from Trinity College, Dublin, I have always felt that I owed my appointment entirely to the old school, for I was only a few months in college after leaving school life before I went up for the Indian Civil Service . Now I suppose, Mr . Editor, your readers would like to hear something about India and the life we lead there . Things have changed very n uch since Thackeray described Jos . Sedley as the type of a Bengal Civilian, and hard work has for most of us taken the place of the jolly indolent life supposed to have been led by that hero. A great many youn g men when they first think of an Indian career, do so with the very laudable idea of setting everything right in that country. We all, more or less, have our ideas about the requirements of India, and we all aspire to be the coming genius who is destined to put things straight, just as a small boy coming to a public school from a small private one thinks he is going to be a second Tom Brown . Well, like that little boy, we soon shake down into our places and come to the conclusion that the men who went out before us had some sense in their heads, and we also begin to find out that we have a lot more to learn than Mr . Caine or any globe trotting N niter can tell us . The first thing that takes the conceit out of a newly arrived civilian is the fact that although he may have thought he was going out to be a ruler of men he has a lot of examinations to pass, and he postpones the idea

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of becoming a second Clive or Warren Hastings until after he has got through them . His first experience of court is rather depressing too, instead of having to put into play his knowledge of Justinian or of Hindoo and Mahomedan Law, he finds he has to try some old women for scolding each other, and he gets into hopeless muddles about that . One of my first essays at Judicial work was trying an old woman for stealing sugar cane : the interpreter on whom I relied translated the word sugar candy, and so I went on wondering why a toothless old hag wanted to steal sugar candy . You might have put the whole of Mrs . Arrowsmith's shop , before her and she could not eat the softest piece of toffey in it. However, I was told I came to a right conclusion . So all was well that ended well . There was a man once came home from his first day's work in court, to the Collector with whom he was staying, and his orderly was seen toiling behind him with a bag of rupees. His host said, "Well, how have you got on?" Not badly," he replied,. " I convicted every one, and fined each one fifty rupees . Not a bad haul for one day . " He thought all the fines were to come to him and if this were so he had not done badly . So you see a piff, that is what they call a youngster in India, gets a lot of chaff at first. If he be a decent fellow, he does not mind it, and in any case he has to put up with it, and it does him good . Then the future Governor General finds. that his seniors, with an unreasonable want of appreciation of his latent talent, put him to do work which is not of a lofty nature, such assuperintending hangings and floggings, counting stamps, and inspecting the sanitary arrangements of the town ; but, as he gets over his first year and through his Exams ., his work gets more and more interesting—other youngsters come on, to whom he cheerfully hands over the drudgery, and he begins to go out into Camp on his own hook, as he is entrusted with more responsible duties, and finally he becomes what is called a Sub-Divisional Officer, and has a little semi-independent charge of his own . After he has had a few years of this life—and precious lonely it is in sonic places—lie is brought in to a large station and there he works as the right-hand man of the Collector and Magistrate until he becomes a Collector himself or a Judge, as the case may be . I shall not say much about the work in India, except that it is full of interest, and gives every man full scope for his abilities, and ample opportunities of doing good in his generation . There is no better profession in

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the world, were it not for the drawbacks of climate and absence from home. One hears some curious things in the course of an Indian life, and I daresay one or two things that have come to my own notice will not be unwelcome . My predecessor had once to try a man for murder. He was a hill man, and hill men are not educated, and don ' t know how to tell lies like some educated people . He at once admitted having done the deed but said he had received great provocation . It appears that the murdered man was a village doctor, and his murderer was his patient . The doctors in that part of the world rely a good deal on incantations for the cure of disease . At the same time they have souls not quite above their own material advantages ; so that they require for their performances sacrifices of animals likely to be useful for the domestic pot after they have served their religious purpose. This doctor told the patient, as he told the judge, to procure a black cock and a white goat and one rupee . The prisoner said, " I procured the goat and the cock and the rupee, and the physician began his incantations, but as he went on I got worse, so I cut his head off.' ' You will see that the medical profession has its drawbacks amongst hill tribes . Some ludicrous mistakes occur, too, from the want of knowledge of English on the part of natives, although their knowledge is in many cases wonderful . A friend of mine had just come out to the country, and saw a corpse being carried down for cremation to the river. He did not know what the burden was which the bearers were carrying, and asked one of my clerks . The man replied, " Sir, they are going to cook . " " To cook ?" said my friend, " What are they going to cook ?" " They are going, sir, to cook a man ." " To cook a man !" was the reply, in a tone of horror . " Yes, sir, when a man dies in this country, they cook him, and throw him into the river. " I will conclude with one or two real bits from Indian class rooms . One was an answer to a question—" State what you know about Cromwell . " The answer was, " Cromwell was an austere man who beheaded his king after many decapitations . He was never known to smile again, but on his death-bed was heard to say, " Had I but served my God as I served my king, He would not have left me with grey hairs ." An Armenian was once asked, " Who was Moses?" With a lovely mental confusion between the law-giver and his brother's rod, he replied,

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" Moses was the man who swallowed a snake . "

Amongst a number of other idiomatic phrases, given for explanation at a College, was that of " A finished gentlemen ." A youth replied, " A finished gentleman is a gentleman who is dead . " Now this, I expect, has finished your readers ' patience, and with it I shall finish this paper. A . C . TUTE.

COMMEMORATION DAY. AS St . Peter ' s Day this year fell on a Sunday, the ceremonies of Commemoration were celebrated on the following Tuesday, July rst . The School Chapel was beautifully decorated with plants and flowers, and looked, we think, nicer than we have ever seen it look before . The decorations were carried out by Mrs . Handford, Mrs . and Miss Scargill, Mrs . Burton, Mrs . 'Veld, and Miss Naylor, and Dr. Hingston was kind enough to lend many plants for the purpose . The sermon was preached by the Rev . Canon Gray, Vicar of Biyth, Canon of Southwell, late Fellow and Tutor of Trinity College, Cambridge, and one of the Free Scholars of the School in the year 1846 . He took as his text part of the eighteenth verse of the third chapter of the Epistle to the Philippians : " For our conversation is in Heaven ; " and spoke of the great importance of religious education in all kinds of schools. An account of the match played in the afternoon against the Old Boys will be found elsewhere. At lunch besides the two elevens, the Headmaster and Mrs . Handford entertained the Dean of York and Lady Emma Purey-Cust, the Bishop of Beverley and Mrs . Crosthwaite, Canon Gray, Canon Raine and Mrs . Raine, the Masters of the School and others . The weather was most unpropitious ; in the morning rain fell heavily, but in the afternoon there was some improvement, and the match was played, though it was several times interrupted by heavy showers.

CRIChET. v. THE NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. This match was played in fair weather on our opponent ' s ground, Mitchell lost the toss and the school went out to field . Twineham was bowled by Mitchell's fourth delivery, and Whitby throwing in

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smartly from cover point got Glaisby run out . Carter then came in but was quickly caught by Scott at third man, while the new-corner, Dr. Law, retired almost at once well caught by Bingham the younger off Metcalfe . At 53 Smith fell to Mitchell, and at 54 Mitchell again did the needful by bowling Dr . Nicholson with a grand ball . After this the bowling seemed to be anything but good, as Atkinson and Waterhouse were allowed to score very fast, but at last Waterhouse succumbed to one of Mitchell's fast "yorkers ." The last man caused very little trouble, the innings ending for 77. At 4 o ' clock Mitchell and Naylor took the wickets opposed by W. M . Carter and Atkinson . At 16 Mitchell was forced to retire being extremely well caught and bowled by W . Carter. Bingham (2) then joined Naylor, but before making much of a score was unfortunately given out lbw . Whitby then paid a very short visit to the wickets, the first ball being too much for him . After this disastrous state of affairs Metcalfe went in and stayed a little time, during which Naylor was bowled for a steady innings of 8, and Scott being soon disposed of, Carter joined Metcalfe, who was soon after bowled . Of the rest the less said the better, as they all, Carter the one bright exception, seemed to have forgotten that it is necessary to stop a straight ball. NORTH RIDING ASYLUM.

E. Glaisby, run out .. G. Twineham, h Mitchell A . Scaile, h Metcalfe . . .. W . M . Carter, c Scott b Metcalfe J . S . Law, b Metcalfe .. W . R . Nicholson, b Mitchell W . Smith, b Mitchell F. Waterhouse, b Mitchell . . J . Atkinson, b Metcalfe T . Leckenby, not out .. G. Ilume, b Mitchell . . Extras

not out b F . Bingham c Bingham b Mitchell c Whitby b Mitchell not out

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b Mitchell

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.. o

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Total for 5 wickets

. . 65

FIRST INNINGS.

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Runs. 3 `c 30

Wickets . 5 4

Overs . Bowled. 5 13 3 13 3

SECOND INNINGS.

F . Mitchell . . F . M . Bingham . .

14 13

c Scott b Bingham ..

ANALYSIS OF BOWLING.

F . Mitchell .. II . G . Metcalfe . .

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Run- . 23 30

Wickets. 3 2

Overs . Bowled. 17 1 16

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CRICKET ST . PETER ' S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, c and b W. Carter .. H . D . Naylor, b Scaife .. F . M . Bingham, lbw b W . Carter H . B . Whitby, b W. Carter H . G . Metcalfe, b Scaife .. G . J . Scott, b Atkinson .. C . J . N. Carter, b Scaife R. Martin, b Scaife W. H . M. Hancock, run out R. S. Tute, not out .. S. O . Bingham, lbw b Scaife .. Extras Total

v . RIPON. This match was played on our own ground in delightfully fine weather, and the result may be pronounced a decided success, the school winning the match by 6 wickets and 27 runs . The Riponites went to the wickets first and put together the substantial total of 128. The highest scorers were C . E . Ligertwood with 53, a very good performance, and Fenton with a well played 26 . Of the rest, J . G. Ligertwood alone got into double figures . Metcalfe took 6 of the wickets. Mitchell and Naylor started the batting for St. Peter's . The latter was unfortunately bowled off his pads after making only a single. Mitchell made a capital stand and was not disposed of until 68 runs were registered to his account, while Bingham (2) played well for his 24 . Whitby next came in and soon hit up 14 . Metcalfe and Scott, who were not out, should be mentioned for some nice scoring, the former hitting hard for his 35 . RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Bland, run out .. Fenton, c Whitby b Metcalfe . . J . G . Ligertwood, b Metcalfe W . G . Wrangham, lbw b Metcalfe . . W. J . Wrangham, b Mitchell C . E . Ligertwood, c Mitchell b Metcalfe R. S . Thompson, b Metcalfe .. . . . . F . Speak, b Metcalfe Coupland, b F . Bingham I'ullan, not out .. Daniel, st Mitchell b F. Bingham Extras

o 26 16 2 I 53 7 7 4 o o 12

Total . . 128

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. . F . Mitchell H . G . Metcalfe . . I F . M Bingham . . II . I) . Naylor . .

ANALYSIS OF BOWLING. Wickets. Runs . 20 I 5o 6 33 2 12 0

579 Ov ers . Bowled. II I 25 3 12 . 3 5 0

ST . PETER' S SCIIOOI.. F. Mitchell, c Bland b Thompson . . . . 68 II . D . Naylor, b I . G . Ligertwood .. . . I F. M . Bingham, run out . . 24 H. B . Whitby, c W . G . Wrangham b J . G. Ligertwood . . . . .. .. . . 14 . . 35 H . G . Metcalfe, not out . . G . J . Scott, not out . . .. . . 13 C. J . N . Carter R . Martin R. C . Tute To bat. S. O . Bingham R . Baird -Total for 4 wickets . . 1 55

YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. The " event " of the season was undoubtedly this match with the Yorkshire Gentlemen when the school scored the magnificent total of 219. As might be expected the utmost enthusiasm was evoked when Mitchell made his second century against the good bowling of the Gentlemen . Whitby ' s J7 was hit up in first rate style and he was very fairly backed up by the rest of the team who nearly all scored .useful figures . It would not have been a matter of very great surprise had the school team, of course making a respectable show, been beaten by an eleven containing such men as Lord Hawke, Capt . Lloyd, 'G . H . Aitkin, and A . Worsley . But tremendous excitement was manifested when the school by nice bowling succeeded in dismissing the first few batsmen and actually ran a very respectable chance of making a win of it . We ought here to mention specially the good bowling of Naylor and the capital fielding of the Peterites as a whole. Time unfortunately would not allow us to do as we hoped, and we had to rest satisfied with getting rid of the first 6 wickets containing the most dangerous men for 163, leaving a margin of 56 for the remaining 4 wickets . Of the Gentlemen, Lord Hawke made the highest score 6o, followed by Worsley and Aitkin who made 39, 25 respectively of course in very good style . Once more we offer our hearty congratulations to the team on the great success they have achieved in making so good .a show against one of the strongest teams we have met on the ,Gentlemen's ground . V.

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CRICKET. ST . PETER 'S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, b Siddall (pro) .. F . M . Bingham, c sub . b Lord Ilawke . . II . B . Whitby, b Siddall . . .. II . D . Naylor, st Lloyd b Aitkin H . G . Metcalfe, b Lord IIawke G . J . Scott, b Lord llawke .. .. C . T . N . Carter, c Lloyd b Lord Ilawke W . II . M . Hancock, c sub . b Lord Hawke S . O . Bingham, b Aitkin R. Martin, c Carter b Aitkin H . Stephenson, not out .. Extras . .

116 to ..

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Total . . 219 YoRKSIIIRE GENTLEMEN. Lord Hawke, c Carter b F . Bingham Capt . Lloyd, b Metcalfe . . G . II . Aitkin, b Naylor . . A . \Worsley, not out . . G . Croft, c Mitchell b Naylor E . S . D . Carter, I) Naylor J . E . Jones, c Scott b Naylor G . Cox G . F . Lees To bat Siddall (pro) E . G . Lees Extras

ANALYSTS

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39 4 S 1

Total for 6 wickets . .

163

OF BOWLING. Tuns . 19 53 64 15

F . Mitchell .. II . G . Metcalfe . . II . G . Naylor . . F . M . Bingham . .

6o 14 25

Wickets. 0 I 4 I

Overs . 6 12 12'3 6

Bowled. 0 I 2 0

AMPLEFOR'I'H.

This match, a new fixture, was played on the Ampleforth ground and was the most enjoyable of the many pleasant games this season. Partly owing to the influence of the beautiful scenery, partly because of the gentlemanly spirit which was so strongly manifested on the part of our opponents .

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CRICKET .

The School commenced to bat, Mitchell and Bingham (2) being sent in to face the bowling of McSheehy and Lacy . The state of the ground was no doubt responsible in a great part for the small score of 37 in the first innings and the still smaller one of 25 in the second venture. C. J . N . Carter alone got into double figures . But still McSheehy was no easy bowler to score off, his slow breaks being most deadly. The school too was successful in the bowling line, the honours being equally divided between Mitchell and Naylor in the first innings, both getting 5 wickets. Rain fell at intervals all the time of the match, and before the Ampleforth 2nd innings there came on a somewhat severe thunderstorm which gave the field the appearance of a miniature marsh and prevented any attempt at good bowling . Our opponents soon knocked off the runs, losing but two wickets, both of which were obtained by Mitchell. ST . PErER ' S SCHOOL.

F. Mitchell, b McSheehy F . M. Bingham, b Lacy .. H. B . Whitby, b McSheehy H. D . Naylor, b Lacy H. G . Metcalfe, b McSheehy G . J . Scott, c Smith b McSheehy C . J . N . Carter, b Lacy .. S . 0 . Bingham, c McSheehy b Lacy W . H . Hancock, b McSheehy A. \V. Peel, st Hind b McSheehy . . R . S . Tute, not out . . .. . . Extras . .

. . o .. o .. 3

c McSheehy b Lacy .. b McSheehy st Hind b McSheehy c Pentony b McSheehy b Lacy .. b McSheehy b McSheehy b McSheehy run out .. not out b Lacy Extras Total . . 25

Total . . J7 Aa1PLEFORTfI.

G . Hind, lbw b Naylor G . Pentony, b Metcalfe W . Paynes, b Metcalfe W . Powell, b Metcalfe E . Connor, c Whitby b Naylor J . Baist, lbw b Naylor W . Dawes, 1) Naylor C . Hines, c Mitchell b Metcalfe A . Smith, not out . . J . McSheehy, c Mitchell b Naylor P . Lacy, b Mitchell Extras

not out

. . 2Z

3 II 0 0

c and b Mitchell b Mitchell . . not out . .

Extras

. .

.. 0 O

4 6 .

0 0

6 Total . . 3 6

. .

Total for 2 wickets . . 27

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CRICKET. BOWLING ANALYSIS.

H . G . Metcalfe .. H . D . Naylor . . F . Mitchell ..

F. Mitchell H . D . Naylor

.. ..

FIRST INNINGS. Runs. Wickets. 15 4 . . 12 5 3 I SECOND INNINGS . Runs. Wickets. 16 2 7 0

Overs. 12 13 2. 1

Bowled. 3 I 1

Overs. 7 6

Bowled. 0 0

v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. This, the return match, was played in beautiful weather and on a perfect wicket . The Gentlemen put together the large total of 274, Croft and Worsley and Lawson-Smith being the chief contributors. Little need be said of the School innings, Mitchell and S . O . Bingham being the only two who reached double figures . It is perhaps only fair to the eleven to say that the light during their innings was extremely bad, which may in some degree account for the poor stand they made against Garforth's bowling. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN. ., G . Croft, b Naylor . . T. S . Brogden, run out .. .. Capt . Lloyd, retired hurt .. W . H . Worsley, c Whitby b Bingham . F . M . Lawson-Smith, c Mitchell b Metcalfe E . S . D . Carter, b Metcalfe W . M . Carter, b Mitchell .. E . Harrison, b Bingham .. C . K . Blackett, not out .. W. H . Garforth, c Sutton b Bingham .. Capt. Savile, b Bingham .. Extras

. . 36 II 24 • 75 42 0 21 9 • 17 . . 8 .. 1 . . 30

Total . .274 ST . PETER' S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, c Carter b Lawson-Smith . . . . 18 F. M. Bingham, b Garforth . o H. B . Whitby, c Capt . Savile b Lawson-Smith . . 6 H. D . Naylor, c Lawson-Smith b Garforth 2 H . G . Metcalfe, c Brogden b Garforth o G. J . Scott, c Brogden b Garforth o C . J . N . Carter, hit wicket b Garforth S . O. Bingham, b Carter . . .. II o A . W . Peel, b Garforth . . A . II . Sutton, b Garforth . . o W. II . M . Hancock, not out .. 2 Extras . . 6 Total . . 4 6

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ANALYSIS OF BOWLING. Metcalfe Naylor . . Mitchell Bingham Sutton . .

Runs . 52 76 63 44 5

Wickets. 2 I

Overs. 19 37 23

Maidens. o 13 2

Bowled. I

I I 2 0

v . BRADFORD. . This match was played on the School ground on a wet wicket, the latter part of it in a soaking rain . Yates and Keeling for Bradford faced the bowling of Metcalfe and Naylor . After making r 1, the firstnamed fell to an excellent catch by Peel at short slip, and with the exception of Eurich and Speight, 17 and 13 respectively, the rest of the batsmen did not do much execution, all being out eventually for 65 . Naylor was in great form, taking 5 wickets for 15 runs. Bingham and Whitby started the innings for the School, and after a short stay Whitby was dismissed without scoring . Naylor joined Bingham, when the score rose rapidly, though play was frequently interrupted by the rain . Naylor was run out for 17, and Bingham and Metcalfe between them quickly knocked off the requisite number, Bingham playing in very good style for his 32. BRADFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL.

Yates, c Peel b Naylor .. G . S . Keeling, b Naylor .. Hill, c S . Bingham b Naylor Munro, run out .. Butter, b F . M . Bingham Mahony, b Naylor . Enrich, b Baird .. Speight, b Carter .. W. T . Keeling, b Baird .. Schaub, b Naylor .. Sugden, not out . . Extras Total ANALYSIS OF BOWLING. Runs . Wickets. Overs . Bowled. II . G. Metcalfe . . 18 o 9 0 .. H . D . Naylor 15 5 9 3 I 9 I F . M . Bingham . . 17 I C . J . N . Carter . . 7 I 3 R . Baird . . 0 2 2'1 2

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CRICKET.

ST. PETER' S SCIIOOI.. F . M . Bingham, not out . . . . H . B . Whitby, c Yates b Butter 11 . D Naylor, run out .. H . G . Metcalfe, not out . . G . J . Scott S . O . Bingham C . J . N . Carter H . Stephenson To bat A . W . Peel A . H. Sutton R . Baird Extras

, .

Total for 2 wickets

. .

32 o 17 12

v . YORK REVELLERS. This match was played on our ground in cold weather . The School were defeated, though not disgraced, losing by 17 runs only . Winning the toss Mitchell elected to bat, but after making six unfortunately played a bumping ball into his wickets . Of the rest none but Metcalfe shewed any form ; Carter played a somewhat flukey innings for eleven. For the School Metcalfe bowled admirably, obtaining six wickets for 20 runs, though unluckily put on too late to save defeat . The fielding of the eleven was as a whole exceedingly poor. ST . PETER 'S SCIIOOI.. F . Mitchell, b Stephenson .. .. F . M . Bingham, c Dixon b Stephenson H . B. Whitby, b Dixon .. H . D . Naylor, b Stephenson .. H . G . Metcalfe, c and b Cclley . . G . J . Scott, c Spencer b Colley . . C . J . N . Carter, not out S. O . Bingham, b Stephenson . . A . W. Peel, b Stephenson .. A . H . Sutton, b Masterman . . R . Baird, c Spencer b Masterman Extras . . Total .

6 3 4 3 14

o 11 3 3 6 o 8 61

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YORK REVELLERS. II . Spencer, b Metcalfe . . E . Kendall, c Baird b Naylor J . Colley, b Metcalfe .. J . W. Masterman, thrown out . . J . \V . Dixon, b Metcalfe A . Nottingham, c Whitby b Metcalfe E . Flemming, b Mitchell A . Moore, not out F . Keswick, b Metcalfe . . J . VV . Simpson, b Metcalfe F . Dunwell, absent . . Extras . .

25 24 I 7 3 7 3 0 2 0 5 Total

F. Mitchell . . II . D . Naylor If . G . Metcalfe F . M. Bingham

ANALYSIS OF BOWLING . Runs. Wickets. Overs. 23 I 9 24 I 12 20 6 12 . 1 o 5 I

78 Maidens. o 3

Bowled.

5 0

v . CASTLE HOWARD . This match was played on June 28th, at Castle Howard . Owing to heavy rains the wicket was exceedingly sticky and slow, and play did not commence till rather late in the afternoon . The home team were the first to bat, against the bowling of Naylor and Metcalfe . When the score had reached something like 5o a change in favour of Baird proved effective, Naylor somewhat later giving place to Mitchell . The total finally reached was 122 to which Jones, Blades, and Parsons were the chief contributors. The first of the School eleven to go to the wickets were Mitchell and F . Bingham ; the latter unfortunately :ending a difficult catch to Jones was succeeded by Whitby . Play now continued for some time, till the last named player retired to a catch by Watson for a well played 9. After this no one seemed able to make any stand against the bowling, that of Parsons being particularly effective . A defeat was however averted by the calling of time, when the score had reached 65, and there were still 3 wickets to fall . Mitchell and Baird were not out, the former obtaining the very creditable score of 53 . He in fact, with the exception perhaps of Whitby . was the only one who appeared in the least at home with the bowling, and his innings com prised some very large hits which owing to the situation of the ground hardly received their due .

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CRICKET. CASTLE HOWARD. H . M . Smith, b Naylor R . Blades, c Hancock b Naylor .. S . Parsons, st Mitchell h Naylor L . S . Jones, c Carter b Baird II . Tiplady, c Sutton b Baird .. H . M . Cotes, c Carter b Baird J . Bielby, b Baird . . .. W. Hayne, b Mitchell G. Wharton, run out R . Watson, lbw b Mitchell 1) . Watson, not out Extras

22 20 23 6 16 I0 I0 3 9 Total

122

ANALYSIS OF BOWLING. H . D . Naylor . . H . G. Metcalfe . . R. Baird .. F . Mitchell ..

Runs. 29 33 19 II

Wickets. 3 O 4 2

Overs. 20 II 15 6.4

ST. PETER ' S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, not out . . F . M . Bingham, c Jones b Parsons . . H . B . Whitby, c R . Watson b Parsons . . H . D . Naylor, b 1). Watson . . .. H . G . Metcalfe, c Hayne b Parsons C . J . N . Carter, c Blades b Parsons S . O . Bingham, b Hayne . . .. A . H . Sutton, b Hayne .. R . Baird, not out . . .. .. W . H . M . Hancock To bat C . F . C . PacTel Total (for 7 wickets)

53 o 9 o 2 o o 0

v. OLD PETERITES. This match was played as usual on Commemoration Day in wretched' weather, which considerably delayed the start . E . S. D . Carter and J . Sharpe for the Old Boys went first to the wickets to face the bowling of Metcalfe and Naylor. Sharpe hit freely before he was run out for 18. The Carters made same stand until Baird was put on to bowl in place of Naylor . Soon W . Carter was clean bowled, and the two who followed were disposed of by Baird without a run being added to the score. The Rev. W . H . Griffith gave some trouble before he was well caught by Whitby at cover-point . Birks and Leaf prolonged the innings for some time until the former was bowled by Naylor for 12, and. the innings closed with a total of 77.

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The School began disastrously. F . M . Bingham was caught at the wickets off his first ball, and Mitchell was caught at cover-point when he had made Io . The brothers Carter accounted without much trouble for the rest, excepting Naylor who played well for his 6, and the total reached was only 32 . The Old Boys went in again to the bowling of Mitchell and Baird, but did not make such a good show ; Allan made 13—the highest score—but was then bowled by Mitchell . Birks and T. B . Lord each made 9 ; the rest were soon disposed of by Mitchell and Baird who took all the wickets. The School now had 90 to make to win in less than an hour in a very bad light . Mitchell and Metcalfe opened the innings and hit about freely, but Metcalfe was bowled by D . Carter after making a single 3 and gave way to F . M . Bingham . The scoring was now fast but the bowling was too good for the School, and time was called with the score at 46, Bingham having previously been bowled by Sharpe. OLD BOYS.

E . S . D. Carter, run out J . Sharpe, b Metcalfe W. Carter, b Baird . . T . B . Lord, b Baird . . J . C . Walker, b Baird . . Rev . \V . II. Griffith, c Whitby b Metcalfe J . IL G . Wilson, b Baird . . R . Crosthwaite, run out J. F . Leaf, b Naylor H . W . Allan, b Baird G . V. Birks, not out . . Extras Total

IS 9 14 0 0 7 0 0 12 0

7 Io

b Baird .. b Mitchell .. b Baird .. c Mitchell b Naylor not out .. b Mitchell .. run out .. b Mitchell .. b Mitchell .. b Mitchell .. b Mitchell .. Extras

Total

ST. PETERS SCHOOL.

F . Mitchell, c Griffith b D . Carter F . H . Bingham, c Allen b D . Carter H . It . Whitby, b D . Carter . . H . D . Naylor, b I) . Carter . . H . G. Metcalfe, b \V. Carter .. C . J . N . Carter, c and b W . Carter S . O . Bingham, c Walker b D . Carter A. II . Sutton, c Birks b W . Carter R. Baird, U D . Carter . . W. H . M . Hancock, not out F . I'adel, b D . Carter Extras . . Total

. . .. . . ..

to 0 3 6 4 o 2 4 o 2 o t 32

not out b Sharpe

b I) . Carter

not out

Extras

. . Total

2 . . 46

NOTES AND ITEMS.

5 83

IT . G . Metcalfe II . D . Naylor . . . . R . Baird

F . Mitchell . . .. P . Baird 1 II . D . Naylor . .

ANALYSIS OF BOWLING. FIRST INNINGS. Puns. Wickets. 39 2 IS I II 5 SECONI) INNINGS . Runs. Wickets. 16 6 26 2 o I

Ovens. 17 7'1 10

Bowled. I 1 5

Ovens. 12 II 1

Bowled. 6 2 0

NOTES AND ITEMS. A . C . Clarke has been awarded an exhibition of £30 at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, for another year as a result of the recent college examinations. C . W . W . Gabb, of the Leinster Regiment, has been promoted to the rank of First Lieutenant. In this year's Mathematical Tripos at Cambridge, L Hutchings was 19th Wrangler, and R . Crosthwaite obtained a Second Class ; in the Classical Tripos, O . W . Whaley was placed in the second division of the First Class, T . P . Clarke in the First Division of the Third Class. At the recent Durham University Regatta, G . H . Oilman won the Challenge Pairs. F. E . A . Colby has won an exhibition of _50 per annum, with prizes of books, for Natural Science at hing's College, Cambridge. J . F . Walker, M .A., F .G.S ., F .L .S ., F .C .S ., has been elected a Fellow of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge . In the year 1867 he was first in the first class of the Natural Science Tripos . Only recently he was elected Vice-President of the Yorkshire Philosophical Society, and he has long been known as an able chemist, and associated with many of the learned societies in the scientific world. The Athletic Sports will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, the 29th and 3oth of July, and the Prize-Giving on the evening of the 3oth .

THE

PETERITE. VOL . X .

SEPTEMBER, 189o .

No . 88.

EDITORIAL. NOTHER editorial year is now past, and once more three wretched

A individuals are forced to make an attempt to satisfy the rapacious

instincts of Peterite eyes and ears . One of these individuals indeed already has had a year's experience of a task at once the most difficult and at the same time most thankless of all those which patriotism loudly calls on us to perform . We therefore feel justified upon reviewing our year's labours in making complaints whose truth experience only tends to prove. It is a sad fact that apart from Editors, the number of those who have helped to keep our paper in existence by written contributions does not reach a sum of two figures, and of these but five are Old Peterites. Can it be wondered then that, when so little interest is manifested in the paper, it becomes simply and merely a sports record, and that literature as a factor for reproducing original ideas is entirely neglected ? Let us hope that this appeal may reach the eyes of some who, whether through modesty, we know not, do not seem to care to realize the assistance any small contribution would give us ; may it reach the eyes of some who seem to have forgotten (especially now that the monetary status of the sports committees rest on so firm a foundation) that the School paper is not one of the least deserving of our institutions, and that a pecuniary no less than a literary contribution would be welcomed with joy exceeding great. While searching through an old book of epigrams, etc ., dated 1807, we could not help extracting the few following, which we take the liberty of placing before our readers :—

ADVERTISEMENT OF A I3ARBER. Poor bumpkins' skins I torture, When o'er with soap-suds laved, And tho' I shave by the quarter, They ' re not a quarter shaved !

LINGUA POTENTIOR ARMIS. That speech surpasseth force is no new whim, Jove caused the heavens to tremble,—Juno him.

EPITAPH ON LITTLE STEI'IIEN. A NOTED FIDI)LEI2 IN SUFFOLK.

Stephen and time Are now both even, Stephen beat time Now time beats Stephen

ON A LADY \V"IIO SQUINTED, If ancient poets Argus prize Who boasted of a hundred eyes, Sure greater praise to her is due Who looks a hundred ways with two.

THE PRIZE-GIVING. HE Prize Distribution took place on the evening of Wednesday,

T July 3oth . The prizes were given away by the Very Rev . the Dean of York, and as usual there was a large attendance of friends of the School. The F-Iead Master, before proceeding to read the past year's list of honours, briefly commented on the general condition of the School during the past twelve months, and on its various successes in Cricket, Football, Boating, etc . Whilst touching upon Sports, Mr. Handford mentioned that it had been decided that there should be a fixed yearly subscription from each boy attending the School, and that the finances should be controlled by a mixed committee of Masters and boys .

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THE LIST OF HONOURS. 1889 .—H . S . Warwick, higher certificate, Oxford and Cambridge Board Examinations ; J . F . Leaf, the same, with distinction in Greek, Latin, and History ; A . T . Pollard M .A ., late Scholar of Wadham College, Oxford, elected to the Headmastership of the City of London School ; K . E . T. Wilkinson, Open Classical Exhibition (Z30 per annum), Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge . 189o .—Rev. Townsend Storrs, elected to the Headmastership of Doncaster Grammar School ; J . A . Easten, Open Mathematical Scholarship (4o per annum), Corpus Christi College, Cambridge ; L . Hutchings, Scholar of Selwyn College, Cambridge, 19th Wrangler in the Mathematical Tripos ; R . Crosthwaite, Scholar of Pembroke College, Cambridge, Senior Optime in the Mathematical Tripos ; O . W . Whaley, Scholar of Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, First Class in the Classical Tripos ; T . P . Clarke, Trinity College, Cambridge, Third Class in the Classical Tripos ; J . F . Walker, M .A ., Trinity College, Cambridge, elected Fellow of Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge ; F . E . A . Colby, King' s College, Cambridge, awarded Exhibition of £5o per annum in the May examinations, and a prize of books for Natural Science. Charles Haigh, M .A ., Hastings Exhibitioner, Queen's College, Oxford, appointed Recorder of the borough of Scarborough ; A . C . Clarke, Emmanuel College, Cambridge, elected to an additional Exhibition. Then followed the Report of the Examiners from the Oxford and Cambridge Board : "As the result of my examination of Form VI . in Latin, Greek, Greek History and Scripture, I may say that as regards the Latin Book (Cicero, Div. M Q . Cae.zl., in Verr . Ad I. and pro Morena), on the whole the work is creditable . The attention of the form has evidently been concentrated on the author read, rather than on notes, commentaries and books about the text . The result is that the whole form does good translation, but does not possess a good knowledge of the antiquarian and legal points involved . One boy . however (Naylor), distinguishe l himself by combining good translation with a good knowledge of antiquities . There seems to be an advance in this subject on last ' s work. year The whole form has been thoroughly well grounded in the elements of Latin Grammar ; and two boys (Naylor and Wilkinson) did well in

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the more advanced part of the paper . '1'h2 form, as a whole, did the paper well, and showed an improvement on last year. All the form writes easy continuous Latin Piosc fairly correctly ; and three boys can do a piece of harder prose satisfactorily . But no boy is conspicuous for good work or for bad. The Latin Verses of the form were very good, and three boys were excellent—Naylor, Wilkinson, and Williams (r) . The form, as a whole, has made a decided advance on last year. The Translation of Unprepared Passages of Latin produced some very good work . Every boy did creditably, and three did excellently. The work of the form, as a whole, was distinctly good. As regards the Greek Books (Euripides, Hercules, Furens and dfedea), the translation was generally accurate and graceful ; and the questions on literary points were answered fairly on the whole . Two boys (Naylor and Wilkinson) did well in both sections of the paper. The form, as a whole, did well. As regards Greek Grammar, the whole form did good work in Greek Accidence, and the majority did well in Syntax . The paper, altogether, was satisfactory, and seems to be better than it was last year. In the Greek Prose paper one boy (Wilkinson) was much the best. The rest of the form obtained nothing like such good marks. In Greek Verse nearly half the boys did good papers, and the rest did still better . Great praise is due to all, and most of all to Wilkinson. The Unprepared Translations from the Greek were done well by all the boys, and excellently by four . The form's work shows a considerable advance on last year. In the paper on the Outlines of Greek History four boys did fairly good work . It is difficult to sum up the work of the form in this subject, except by saying that it was uneven ; there was not a question which was not done extremely well by some boy or other, and not a question which was well done by every boy. With three exceptions the boys only displayed moderate acquaintance with the Special Period of Greek History offered for examination . The three exceptions have a fair grasp of the working of political causes as well as of the mere facts of the period. The paper on the Outlines of Scripture History was done fairly well

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by the large majority of boys, but no one did conspicuously well . The standard attained this year seems to be about the same as last year's. The form, as a whole, showed a satisfactory knowledge of St . Luke's Gostbel ; one boy (Naylor) did a very good paper, and another (Clarke r) deserves mention. In conclusion, the work, taken as a whole,—Latin, Greek, History, and Scripture—leaves a good impression on an examiner ." FRANK BYRON JEVONS, M .A.

To the Very Reverend the Dean and the Reverend the Chapter.

"I beg to give you an informal Report of my Examination of the First Mathematical Set in St . Peter ' s School. The First Mathematical is generally a very composite one, so far as regards Mathematical attainments . It consists of the best Mathematicians in the School, and also of those boys of the Classical VIth Form who are taking up Mathematics to a certain point, in order to be prepared for the various Mathematical Examinations at the Universities, which they have to pass in order to qualify themselves to go in for Classical Honours. IIence the results shewn by the set in any Mathematical Examinations must be very varied . Some we should expect to do very well, others fairly, and the rest up to a pass standard, and this is exactly what the marks gained in this Examination tell us. Easten is deserving of great commendation, all his papers were well done, especially so in the higher subjects of Statics and Dynamics, on the whole Examination he obtained 75 per cent . of full masks, which is very good indeed . Mitchell and Wilkinson also did well, but they were only able to gain about one-half the marks which Easten got. The rest of the set are boys reading especially Classics, and so their marks are not up to the standard of those just mentioned . The School has been unfortunate this year in losing several Mathematicians of promise, who, if they had remained, would doubtless have done well in the Examination . I have the honour to be, Your obedient Servant, THOMAS PITTS ."

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To the Very Rev. the Dean and the Rev. the Chapter of York. " Having examined in Classical Subjects the Fifth and Fourth Forms of St . Peter ' s School, York, and the candidates for Scholarships, I beg to submit the following brief report of the Examination. I have been struck by the general evenness of the work in the majority of the papers . As a rule, very few have fallen considerably below the general average of their form, though in some few papers, especially in Verse Composition, there is considerable divergence in the marks . And on the other hand, several papers have been sent in, in more than one subject, which would be a credit to any schoolboy. The absence, for the most part, of that random guesswork, so often seen in examination papers, is also to be noticed . On the whole a very good standard of proficiency has been attained to, which is all the more creditable, considering the increase in the numbers of the School and the consequently rapid promotion in the Upper Forms. In the Grammar Papers, which were well done throughout, the best were those of Barnby, Bingham (2), Stephenson, Dixon, Carter, and Procter, in Latin, and \Vhitby and Barnby in Greek. In the Greek Composition, for Scholarships, I ' Anson ' s paper deserves special mention, and in the Greek Translation, the paper of Fausset. I was pleased with the Divinity Papers both in the Fifth and Fourth Forms, the best papers being those of Whitby and Fausset, and Hatfield, Roy (I), Linley, and Outram (2), respectively. In the Translation Papers (Fourth Form) the best were Metcalfe (2), Hey (r), Dixon, Hatfield, and Addis. In the Fifth Form, the following deserve special mention—Whitby for Latin and Greek Translation, Latin and Greek Verse, and Greek Prose ; Barnby for Latin Prose and Translation, and Greek Verse ; Raine for Latin Prose and Greek Translation ; Stephenson for Latin Prose and Translation ; Tute (I) for Latin and Greek Translation; Fausset for Latin Translation, and Eastwood for Greek Verse. The Latin Prose paper (Fifth Form) was good throughout. Perhaps the best paper in any subject was that of Whitby in Latin Verse ." (Signed,) JUSTUS S. SERJEANT, M .A, Late Scholar of Christ' s College, Cambridge .

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ALGEBRA.

Division II.—The earlier part of this paper was well done by the majority in this division, Only one or two boys attempted the higher questions . Williams (3) shews good knowledge of the subject and works neatly . The papers of Young and Burdett also deserve notice. Division III.—Five boys do creditably . Equations are weak. Addis obtains a high number of marks, and evidently has a fair grasp of his subject. Shepherd and Metcalfe (a) stand next, and are bracketed for second place . Both of these, with Addis, have done well. Dizisiou IV.—Most of the boys in this division have but a very elementary knowledge of the subject, and have touched but few questions . Stephenson alone has attempted the equations, and thereby secures the highest marks. Other Scholarship Candidates (from the Junior School and outside the School, examined with the above)—Among these candidates Houlden is easily first, and shews a good paper. ARITHMETIC.

Division II.—The paper of Williams (3) is excellent, and gains full marks . Alcock and Young also shew good knowledge of the subject, and are accurate in their work . Linley does a neat paper . With few exceptions the method is good. Division III.—Addis (I) stands first with a neatly written and creditable paper . Shepherd has good method and accuracy . The questions on Practice, Decimals, and Interest, have been successfully attempted by the majority. Division IV.—Stephenson stands alone in merit, his work being almost on a level with that of the best boys in the II . Division . The other papers are weak. Other Scholarship Candidates (from the Junior School and outside, examined with the above) IIoulden and Walters both do fairly well, the former shews more knowledge of the subject. In the whole set of papers only three boys obtain full marks for question six on the cost of papering a room. c

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Division 11.—The work of Williams is good both in quantity and quality, he writes out fully and in neat style . Partington also chews a. capital paper, and Tute (I) does much better than in Algebra or Arithmetic . Several others in the Division exhibit creditable knowledge, but as a rule the style might be improved by the boys being taught to separate the clauses, and bring out the steps of the proof more clearly. Hancock is with Williams the best from this point of view. Division III.—Addis is much in advance, followed by Hatfield. Both write out very neatly, and indeed, in this Division generally, there is no complaint to make on this ground. Division IV—These boys write out their book-work very creditably. Nursaw and Tute both succeeded with two riders, and consequently stand first . There is a great difference of merit between the Euclid Paper of Stephenson and his excellent marks obtained for Arithmetic. TRIGONOMETRY.

This paper, though of an exceedingly elementary character, has proved too difficult for these boys . Two only, Williams and Eastwood, shew the least familiarity with the subject, while several are not even able to give the right definition of the sine, co-sine and tangent of an angle. The examination of the Upper School in Modern Languages, by an outside examiner, in entirely unprepared passages, held for the first time last year, was repeated this year with the following result : FRENCH-UNSEEN.

V Form (Classical) . Outram (r) has shewn by far the best paper; his translations are excellent, and had he been as successful with the idioms of question 5, as in other parts of the paper, would have deserved full marks . Several boys attempt the unseen translation with considerable success, and the grammar is fairly well known . The renderings into French are weak throughout VForm (Modern) . Williams (3) and Hill (r) do good papers, and evidently have acquired a fair knowledge of the vocabulary of the language. IV Form . Outram (2) alone has done really well, the rest with the exception of Alcock have obtained a small proportion of marks .

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Generally, and allowing for all difficulties, the paper has not been successfully attempted. Guesswork is too prevalent, and the results frequently more ingenious than correct. Only a very small number of boys have rendered rightly even so simple a phrase as " your horses are hungry," and such translations as " vos chevaux sont hungri (or tamishe) " given by many are inexcusable. GERMAN. The paper has been fairly done by several of the boys, though the knowledge of the language on the part of the majority was too elementary to enable them to attempt the unseen translation with much success . In Form V, Hill (I) and Baird, and in Form IV, Outram (2) have done meritorious work, and deserve commendation for their translations and grammar alike . GEORGE EDMUNDSON. For the first time the Upper School has been examined by an outside Examiner in Chemistry . The report was as follows : FORMS V and IV. I have examined the fifth and fourth forms in Chemistry. The work done was satisfactory and many of the boys have a very good grounding in the rudiments of the science. Considering the time which is spent on the subject the amount of work done is good, and the knowledge acquired is quite sound so far as it goes. In the Practical examination some of the boys did very well and showed evidence of being able to observe carefully . R . F . D'ARCY. After reading the reports the Head Master said that in the list published by the Pall Mall Gazette last October, of all Schools which had won open exhibitions or scholarships at Oxford or Cambridge, during the preceding three years, calculating the per cent . of the total number of scholars, it was found that 8 schools stood before St . Peter's and 8o after it. The DEAN next addressed the company, congratulating the School on its successes in athletics ; he said that if the governors only possessed the funds there were many things that might be added to the School,

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but until that time arrived everything possible would be done to promote the health, welfare and happiness of the boys . He felt that the amount of comfort nowadays provided for boys at many schools was rather excessive . The great men of the past did not require such tremendous inducements to knowledge . The Dean paid high compliments to the Head Master and the other members of the School staff, and also expressed the best wishes for a former master, the Rev. C . R . Gilbert, the present Head-Master of Coventry School. The Head Master then read out the list of Exhibitions and Scholarships, the Prizes being distributed by the Dean. EXHIBITIONS AND SCHOLARSHIPS. Exhibitioner, Henry Darnley Naylor .—Senior scholarships .—Foundation scholars, Harold Rhodes Partington ; Arthur Wm . Eastwood and C . C . Dudiey I ' Anson (equal) . Free scholarship, Frederick George Williams . Modern, F. G . Williams (2 years) . Junior scholarshi p s, Hey Memorial scholars, Frederick Porter Fausset, John Elliot Metcalfe. Modern, John Elliot Metcalfe . PRIZES. The Archbishop of York's Classical Prizeman, Henry Darnley Naylor . The Dean of York's mathematical Prizeman, John Atkins Easten . Rev . Canon Elwyn's Prize for Divinity : Naylor . Head Master ' s Prizes : Latin Prose Composition, Naylor . Greek Verse Composition, Wilkinson . English Literature (open to the whole school) Padel (r) ; extra, Williams (r) ; under r6, Veld ; extra for Shakespeare , Tute (r) ; commended, Raine (r), Metcalfe (2) . Writing and Dictation Prizes :—Form V, Whitby . Ditto IV, Addis (I) . Ditto III and 1I, Roy (2) : Ditto I, Nelson . Drawing Prizes (given by Mr. W. J. Noddy) :—Painting in water colours, Easten . Improvement, Whitby. Drawing in chalk, Martin . Pencil Drawing, Crathorne . Mechanical drawing, Addis (r) . Lower first form—Spence (2), Hill (3), Hill (3), Neville (2) . Upper first form—Walton 2 prizes, Crowther, Rollinson. Second form—Hill (2) 2 prizes, Moiser (2), Sullivan . Third form modern—Clarke (3) 5 prizes, Benington 2 prizes, Walters . Third form classical—Romans 2 prizes, Whincup (I) 2 prizes . Division IV .— Stephenson . Division III .—Addis (I) . Division IL—Williams (3), Partington 'extra) . Division I .—Easten . Fourth form modern—

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Alcock, Outram (2), Addis (I) . Fourth form classical—Metcalfe (2), Blake, Hudson (2) . Fifth form modern—Hill (I) 2 prizes, Williams (3) Fifth form classical—Whitby, Outram (I), Young. 2 prizes . Practical Chemistry, Hudson (2) . Chemistry Note Book, I ' Anson. Drilling Prize (given by Sergeant hinneavey), Hill (2). Subsequently a garden party was held in the School grounds, which were prettily illuminated . The guests were entertained by the music of a string band. TIIE ATHLETIC SPORTS.

HE Sports were held this year on Tuesday and Wednesday,

T the 29th and 3oth of July, instead of, as is customary, on the Monday and Tuesday . On the first day 5 of the Seniors were unable to compete, a School boat having visited Chester Regatta, so that a few of the events were robbed of their interest . The Juniors, however, this year are as good as we ever remember to have seen them, and promise well for next year . As usual, the Sports began late, in the presence of a large company of spectators, the afternoon being bright and sunny. For the first time for many years, the opening event was the Long Jump under 15, the old first event, Putting the Weight, being reserved till Tuesday . The following are the results I . LONG JUMP (under t ). (2) A . Rose, 14ft . 6in. (I) C . T . N. Carter, I7ft . Iiin . (3) A . Sergcaunt, 14ft . tin. Carter was quite the best of the competitors and won easily . Rose and;Sergeaunt made a good fight for second and third. H . Ioo YARDS HANDICAP (Open). HEAT I.

K . E . T . Wilkinson, 3 yds . Wilkinson won with plenty in hand . (I)

(I) R . Martin, 7 yds. Martin won easily by 2 yds .

(2) E . W . Clarke, 8 yds.

HEAT 2. (2) C . J . N . Carter, 3 yds. HEAT 3.

(t) A . E . Alcock, 7 yds . (2) T . Spence, 6 yds. A very close finish, Alcock won by half a foot. M . 120 YARDS IIuRDr.E RACE (Open). HEAT I.

Wilkinson . (2) II . Stephenson. Wilkinson went off from the start and won as he liked . (I)

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I \ . 100 YARDS (under 13). HEAT 1. (I) J . \V. Nelson . (2) II . B . Greeves. Nelson won by about 8 yards .

HEAT 2. (1) J . Leonard . (2) E . Carter. Leonard won very easily .

HEAT 3. (2) G. Veld. (1) F . Hudson . A very good race. Hudson won by a yard. Music PuelLs RACE. (3) W . H . Hancock, to yds. Martin had his men beaten before half the distance and won as he liked . A close race for second, Baird getting in before Hancock by a foot. V.

(I) Martin, scratch .

(2) R . Baird, to yds .

loo YARDS (under 15).

VI.

HEAT I. (I) C . J . N .Carter .

(2) Hudson.

A very hollow race . Carter won as he 1,ked. HEAT 2. (I) A. Rose .

(2) T . Bingham. A most exciting finish . Rose just won and only just.

VII. 120 YARDS HURDLE RACE (under 15) (I) J . Shepherd .

HEAT I. (2) T . Bingham.

Shepherd won by 3 yards. Neville had hard lines in not securing second place.

HEAT 2. Sergeaunt walked over.

HEAT 3. (r) C . J. N . Carter . Only these two turned up at the start.

(2) A . Rose.

VIII . HURDLE HANDICAP (Open). 'TEAT I. (I) Outram . (2) II . Stephenson. Outram won by 8 yards with plenty in hand.

HEAT 2. (1) Spence walked over. IX. HIGH JUMP (under 15). (I) C . J. N . Car ter, 4ft . 21in. (2) A . Rose, 4ft . tin. (3) T . Bingham, 4ft. There was very good competition for this event ; Carter jumping neatly obtained first place, but Rose and Bingham were close behind him. 8o YARDS (under 12). (2) H . Stockley . (3) R . Crowther. Stockley ought to have won, but threw his chance away by looking back, and Sullivan taking advantage of this, won by half a foot . X.

(I) A . H . Sullivan .

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NI . Ioo YARDS (under 13). FINAL HEAT. (2) Veld . (3) Hudson. (1) Leonard . For some unexplained reason Nelson did not start, or he would probably have obtained the first place ; as it was, Leonard won easily. XII . 120 YARDS IIURI)LE HANDICAP (under 15). HEAT I. (I) C . J . N . Carter, scratch . Carter won very easily by 5 or 6 yds .

(2) E . Nevile, 6 yds.

HEAT 2. (I) A . Rose, 3 yds . (2) A . Sergeaunt, 6 yds. Rose won, hurdling in excellent style. HEAT 3. A walk over for Cadman and Nevile. NIII . 120 YARDS HURDLE RACE_ (under 15). FINAL HEAT. (2) Carter (1) Rose . Rose won early by 2 yds. ; a bad third.

(3) Shepherd.

XIV . Iou YARDS FLAT RACE (under 14). HEAT I. (I) T . Bingham . (2) E . Cadman. Bingham and Cadman went right away from the field. HEAT 2. (2) L . D . Bird .' (I) T. Leonard . Leonard went away from the start and won as he liked. 100 YARDS FLAT RACE (Open). HEAT 1. (I) A . II . Sutton . (2) K . E . T . Wilkinson. Sutton running very strong soon left the rest of the competitors and won easily. HEAT 2. Dead heat between II . Stephenson and T. Spence.

SECOND DAY.

On the second day we were favoured with fine weather, and there was a particularly large attendance of spectators, but by some unfortunate mistake no band was present. The events were unusually interesting, because few could be regarded as ' certainties for any particular individual, except in the junior races, where Carter, as was expected, carried everything before him ; his style was not pleasing, but effective . On the whole the performances, though not especially

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remarkable in themselves, were marked by what we most desire to see— plenty of pluck . Mitchell's `throwing ' and `putting' were good, and Whitby, in neat style, secured most of the other events, but Spence deserves especial mention for his plucky running throughout. The results were as follows : I . PUTTING THE WEIGHT (I) F . Mitchell .

(Open).

(2) A . H . Sum n.

This was won for the second time by Mitchell with a very fair put of 32ft . 5}in. Sutton doing 5ft . less . II . LONG Juno' (Open .) i1

H . B . Whitby .

(2) S . O . Bingham.

The winner cleared iSft . Sin . Bingham and Spence were close together with 16ft . gin . and 16ft . Sin . respectively. III . HUNDRED WARDS (Under 14). (I) T . Bingham .

(2) T . Leonard.

Bingham won narrowly from Leonard . Cadman was well up at the finish. IV. HIGH [uMI' (Open). Prize given by \W . F . Rawdon, Esq.

(1) II . It . Whitby .

(2) T . Spence.

The winner' s jump . Oft. 8iin ., was scarcely up to the average . Spence did an inch less . V. IIUNORED YARDS (Open). Prize given by Rev . G. T. Ilandford. (I) Whitby .

(2) Sutton.

Whitby got away at the start, just keeping in front of Sutton the whole way. Bingham (I) was a good third. VI . 120 WARDS IIoitDLE RACE (Open). Prize given by M . Whitton, Esq. (1) Whitby .

(2) Wilkinson.

Whitby won by two yards fiom Wilkinson, who was slow at the run in. VII.

120 WARDS HURDLE IIANDICAI' (Under 15). Prize given by C. M . Miller, Esq.

(I) C . J . Carter, scratch . (2) E . Cadman . 6 yards .. Carter soon made up his penalty and won somewhat easily . Rose with 3 yards was a good third . VIII.

THROWING THE CRICKET BALI. (Open). Prize given by W . II . Jalland, Esq. (I) F . Mitchell .

(2) A . II . Sutton.

The winner made a very fair throw of 94 yards I foot . Sutton's best was S6 yards .

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IX . QUARTER MILE (Open). Prize given by Mrs . Handford. (I) Sutton . (2) Whitby. Sutton ran fast, winning by Io yards . Wilkinson was 5 yards behind Whitby. X . QUARTER MILE HANDICAP (Under 15). Prize given by Mrs. Leonard. (I) H . Stockley, 50 yards . (2) M . McTurk, 35 yards. A very large field turned out, and Stockley keeping his place won easily . Nelson was a good third . XI . 100 YARDS HANDICAP (Open). Prize given by A . C . Tute, Esq. (I) Martin, 7 yards.

(2) Whitby, 3 yards . (3) Spence, 6 yards. Sutton, from scratch, could never make up his handicap . Martin won by a foot form Whitby. XII . Poi.E JUMP. Prize given by W . Cowling, Esq. (I) Burton .

(2) Stephenson.

Stephenson failed at 7ft . 3in ., leaving Burton the winner . Burton jumped very prettily and finally cleared 7ft . 7i in. XIII . 100 YARDS (Under 15). Prize given by W . L . Newman, Esq. (I) C . J . Carter .

(2) A . Rose.

Carter won easily. XIV. 120 YARDS HURDLE HANDICAP (Open) (I) II . Outram . (2) Stephenson. Outram cleared the hurdles very prettily and won by several yards. XV.

MILE RACE.

Prize given by Rev. A . E. Burton. A large number started, Scargill leading for the first lap, Alcock then drew out but soon gave way to Mitchell, in the fourth lap Spence passed Mitchell, and Alcock was left behind by Martin and Tute . Spence continued to draw away and won by 15 yards. (I) T . Spence. (2) Mitchell . (3) Martin. XVI. SACK RACE. As usual a large number entered for this race and Hood (ii) won easily. (1) Hood (ii'. OLD Bops ' QUARTER MILE. XVII. (1) Chadwick . (2) Rhodes. Members were shy of entering this race, Chadwick being practically the only one prepared, however, several ran 'as they were .' A fine tussle was seen between Chadwick and Rhodes, the latter only being beaten in the last few yards .

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CRICKET. XVIII . Hni,F-MILE HANDICAP (Open). Prize given by Very Rev . the Dean. (1) Martin, 35 yds .

(2) Spence, 15 yds.

Martin held his position the whole distance and won from amongst a large number of entries by 15 yds . Outram and Crumble also ran well. XIX . CONSOLATION RACE. (I) Stephenson . (2) Wilkinson. A good race ended in a win for Stephenson by a couple of feet.

The Prizes were then distributed by Lady Emma Purey-Cust.

CRIChET. AD weather and bad light have had much to answer for in English

B Cricket this season, and have illustrated once more the "glorious

uncertainty of our national game ; we, at St . Peter ' s, however, have not much cause for complaint in this respect, and the efforts of our XI have resulted in a very fair proportion of wins . Out of 14 matches played 5 have been won, 7 lost, and 2 drawn . Among the number of games won, we are pleased to find Durham and Ripon, though Ripon defeated us on their own grouud . The number of matches lost would have been materially diminished had we enjoyed a little of the good luck that the uncertainties of the game warrant us in expecting now and again . In the first Ampleforth match the weather was all against us ; in the second Yorkshire Gentlemen's match the poor show of our batsmen was largely accounted for by the wretched light ; given a little more time in the match against the Old Boys, and defeat would very probably have been changed into victory . The defeat of Ripon on our own ground was a very creditable performance—to make the 129 runs required to secure victory, in an hour-and-a-quarter, tells of no opportunities lost. We have again to congratulate Mitchell on making another "century " against the Yorkshire Gentlemen ; his 116 was a very fine innings, and he treated us at one time to some marvellously rapid scoring, making 34 in two overs . Whitby, too, deserves a word of praise for his very fine fielding, and we would recommend all to copy his style. The selection of the last two or three members of the XI turned out a matter of very considerable difficulty, and, alas ! there was no doubt about the "tail . " On looking through the score sheets we find

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that the aggregate for the last five batsmen seems to be about 15. Truly a " very poor show . " We hope seldom to have such a decided "tail, " and we are glad to think that, with care and management, there are some prospects of its being found wanting next season, The arrangement of divisions seems to have worked satisfactorily on the whole ; but if we are to have a decent recruiting ground for the first XI, the second XI must receive more attention . Can ' t a second net be raised, so that the second XI may have net practice two or three times a week ? We are sure that we could find those who would be glad to bowl to and coach the members of the second XI. There is still much room for improvement in the matter of setting the field . This season we have witnessed some wonderful dispositions. Let the bowlers study how to place the field to suit their own style of bowling, for this is part of the duty of a good bowler. The fielding has been satisfactory on the whole . We certainly have some very safe " catches, " but we have noticed at times a lack of that smartness which one expects to see in a school XI . We don't always realise that it is as useful to save runs in the field as to make them off the bat. In the bowling department we must confess to some disappointment. Metcalfe began very well, but fell off early in the season . Mitchell and Naylor have both bowled fairly well throughout, and Baird was successful in one or two matches . We can't help thinking that one or two who promised to be most useful bowlers were never given a sufficient trial . We confidently expect to find a strong bowling XI next year. CHARACTERS OF THE ELEVEN. really good bat, perhaps the best school bat we have seen . A very good wicket-keeper, and a good change bowler. H . G . METCALFE —A fast right-hand bowler, good at times, but much too erratic . Should use his head more . A hard clean hitter ; has F. MITCHELL .—A

improved in batting. good medium-pace bowler, with a puzzling delivery, uses his head well . A steady bat and good field at "point . " Very fair wicket-keeper .

H . D . NAYLOR .—A

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F . M. BINGHAM .—A very pretty bat, plays hard on to the ball . A good change bowler . Can field well, but is slack at times. H . B . \VIIITBY .—A good bat, somewhat inclined to hit too much . A' very smart field at " cover-point ." G . J . SCOTT .—A very fair bat, should be good . Rather slack in the field at times. C . J . N . CARTER .—A clumsy, but fairly effective bat ; watches the ball carefully. Should prove a very useful bowler. R. BAIRD .—A fair change bowler and very good field . Very poor bat. A . H . SUTTON .—A very good " out-field . " Poor bat. S . O . BINGHAM .—A stiff bat, but shews signs of improving . Slow in the field. W . H . M . HANCOCK .—A fair bat, should be good next season. Might chew more energy in the field. We append the batting and bowling averages : BOWLING AVERAGES. Overs . M',s . Runs . Wkts . Mitchell 15 5' 2 45 4 o6 41 Bingham II 14t 10 54'3 Metcalfe 1 47'3 12'2 31 349 27 216 Naylor 77 469 43 Baird . . .. 136'3 22 120 21 1 7 1 Carter 3 0 Sutton .. 2 0 5

Mitchell Metcalfe Naylor . . . . F . M . Bingham Whitby . . Scott . . . . S . O . Bingham Sutton . . . . Baird . . Hancock Carter . .

BATTING AVERAGES. No . of Times Innings, not out . Total runs. 521 IS 2 19 2 130 IS 2 151 19 I 169 IS 1S5 9 3S 12 0 45 12

10 II

2 1

35 S 30 63

Most in innings. 116

Acge. 9' 1 9 144 5 10 '39 5'15 7 0

35 * 40*

Average. 32'9 7 . 11 9'7

3 2* 56 13 *

9'7 10'15 46

3.9 3'5

9 5 9 12

3'3 4'3

* Not out .

v . LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL. St . Peter's won the toss . and Mitchell and Bingham went in first. The former at once began to hit freely, and soon ran up an excellent score of 40.

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The rest of the team, excepting Bingham II, Naylor and Metcalfe, made but a poor show, and the innings closed for the total of 114. The two first representatives of Leeds, Johnson and Westcott, soon ran up a score, the former making 18 and the latter falling to Naylor after compiling 24. The School, with an advantage of 13, fell miserably to nieces in the second innings, the scores of Naylor and Whitby being the only redeeming features . Eventually, however, the School won, though Leeds made a good attempt to pull off the match. S I' . PETER'S SclrooL. F. Mitchell, b Veadon .. 40 b \Vestcott . . .. F. M. Bingham, b Veadon II lbw b Veadon H. B . \Vhitby, c Burrell b Veadon . . . . 4 c IIammond b Ilodson H . D . Naylor, b Yeadon .. to c \Vhincup b Hodson H . G . Metcalfe, 1) Yeadon II run out .. C . T . Scott, b \ Tuition o 1) \Vestcott . . C. J . N . Carter, c Conder b \Vestcott 9 run out .. S. O . Bingham, c Johnson b Veadon S b Hodson . . A. \V . Peel, not out .. 3 b Veadon . . A. II . Sutton, b Westcott o not out . . .. R. Baird, run out .. •• 5 c \Vestcott b Hodson Extras . . 15 Extras .. Total . .

. . 116

Total

15 15 I 11 4 4 i 2 13

ANALYSIS OF BO\VLING.

II D . Naylor 11 . G . Metcalfe F . Mitchell II . D . Naylor F . Mitchell

.. . . . .

IST INNINGS. Runs . Wickets . 49 7 23 0 19 3 2ND INNINGS . 30 28

0 2

Overs . 17 . 1 4 13

Bowled. 2 0 1

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LEEDS GRAMMAR SCHOOL. W . I,' . Westcott, c F . Bingham b Mitchell . . 18 run out \V . L . Johnson, b Naylor .. . . 24 not out M. S . Hodson, b Naylor . . . . .. not out H. D . Bousfield, b Mitchell . . 12 o J . P. Thompson, c Metcalfe b Naylor E . B . Conder, c Metcalfe b Naylor . . o E. C . IIill, c F . Bingham b Naylor . . 12 b Mitchell . . 2 F . \Vhincup, lbw b Naylor . . .. 4 P . S . Burrell, c Sutton b Mitchell .. I 1 c and b Mitchell T . T . Hammond, c Metcalfe h Naylor A Veadon, not out Extras . . . . 16 . .xtras Total . .

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o ,

Total . .

. . 65

v . RIPON, For Ripon, Fenton and Wrangham faced the bowling of Metcalfe and Naylor, but did not stay long, and C . E . Ligertwood, who followed, failed to score . T . G . Ligertwood and Bland however put a different complexion on the game, the first named running up 35 and his companion 17 not out. Upon the separation of these two, however. there was an utter collapse, not a single remaining batsman succeeding in obtaining a run . Out of the six remaining wickets five fell to the bowling of Baird, who performed the " hat trick ." For St . Peter's Bingham II was the only one who made any approach to a passable score, and Ripon in the end was victorious with the extremely small margin of 2. RIPON GRAMMAR SCHOOL.

A . E . Fenton, c Mitchell b Dletcalfe . . W . G . Wrangham, b Metcalfe . . C . E . Ligertwood, b Metcalfe . . T. G . Ligertwood, b Naylor .. C . Bland, not out .. H . Coupland, b Baird W . Scholes, b Baird .. .. W . II . Daniel, b Baird . . R. S . Thompson, c Naylor b Baird W . T . Wrangham, run out .. F . W . Speak, c Hancock b Baird Extras .. Total ST . PETER ' S SCHOOL. F . Mitchell, b C . Ligertwood . . . . .. 4 6 H . B . Whitby, c C. Ligertwood b T . Ligertwood F . M . Bingham, c Bland b C . Ligertwood . . 28 II . D . Naylor, b T . Ligertwood . . .. . . o 11 . G . Metcalfe, c AV . G . Wrangham b C . Ligertwood 9 2 C . J . N . Carter, b T . Ligertwood S. O . Bingham, b C . Ligertwood 3 A . II . Sutton, b C . Ligertwood .. 6 R . Baird, b C . Ligertwood .. .. o 9 W . II . M . Hancock, b T. Ligertwood F . Padel, not out . . .. 6 Extras . . .. t

Total . . . . 74 ANALYSIS OF BO\VLING. Runs . Wickets . Over .; . Bowled. II . U . Metcalfe . . 25 3 9 2 . . 25 1 8 H . D . Naylor 12 5 5'2 3 R . Baird 8 o 6 o F . Mitchell

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v . DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL. With a good light and a good pitch, the School batted first, represented by Mitchell and Whitby, the latter playing well for 9 . F. M. Bingham followed for 4, and after him Naylor kept up his wicket well, scoring 8 . After Mitchell, who, hitting very hard, though too rashly, had been dismissed, the wickets fell very fast, only two out of the seven who followed scoring at all . T . Lodge and Farmer took most of the School wickets, the former being only just prevented from doing the " hat trick " by Hancock. For Durham W . Lodge and Shortt confronted the bowling of Naylor and Mitchell, Shortt was soon despatched by a splendid ball from Naylor. The rest did not offer much resistance, though their play was much more evener than that of the School, nor did they show such a miserable tail. In the School second innings, Mitchell, Whitby and F . M . Bingham all made a fair show, Whitby especially, who played a very steady game. For the Durham second innings only six batted . Lodge made 30, and upon his wicket falling time was called, leaving us victorious over our great rivals . ST . PA'PER ' S SCIIoor.. .. F . Mitchell, b Farmer . . c Shorts b L. Lodge H . B . Whitby, c and b W . Lodge .. not out . b C . Adamson F . M . Bingham, c Shortt b Adamson b Adamson .. H . D . Naylor, c W . Lodge b Farmer H . G . Metcalfe, b Fawcus • b L . Lodge .. C . J . N . Carter, lbw b L . Lodge • b L . Lodge .. • c L . Lodge b Adam on S . O . Bingham, h L . Lodge .. A . H . Sutton, b L . Lodge • b Farmer .. R . Baird, b L . Lodge .. • b Farmer .. c and b Farmer W . H . M . Hancock, b Farmer .. F . Pala not out • b Farmer .. Extras 9 Extras Total

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ANALYSIS OF BO\VLING. 1ST INNINGS .

lions . 26 18 17

Wickets . 5 0 5

II . D . Naylor K . Baird . . F . Mitchell

II . D . Naylor K . Baird . .

2ND INNINGS. .. 19 .. 22

2 3

Overs . 22 8.2

Bowled. 4 0 2

6'2 6

2 2

DURHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL.

W . Lodge, b Mitchell .. .. A. Shortt, 1) Naylor E . Graham, b Naylor . . .. L . Lodge, hit wkt . b Naylor .. C. Adamson . 1) Mitchell .. H . Farmer, b Naylor .. B. Robinson, c Hancock 1) Mitchell .. A. Gough, c Naylor b Mitchell R. Adamson, b Naylor .. A . Fawcus, c Hancock, b Mitchell T . Booth, not out Extras Total . .

17 2

9 b Baird 8 c F . Bingham, b Baird to U Naylor 6 b Baird

30 5 5

o b Naylor 3 4 not out 0

6 •.

Extras

Total . .

v . AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE. Once more we had to suffer defeat at the hands of Ampleforth College, though not so severe a one as in the first match . We won the toss, and mainly owing to the batting of Mitchell, Bingham and Naylor, the School managed to score 72 . This score, however, in spite of the good bowling of Mitchell and Metcalfe, our opponents surpassed by 1:5 runs . Batting once more, the School did much better, Whitby scoring an admirable 56, perhaps one of his best performances . With 5 wickets down, Mitchell declared the innings at an end, and he and Metcalfe made a good attempt to dismiss their opponents, but without success, Ampleforth winning as stated by 15 runs . ST. PETER 'S SCHOOL.

F . Mitchell, c Connor, U Lacey H. B . Whitby, b Lacey .. F . M . Bingham, b Connor II . D . Naylor, U Connor II . G. Metcalfe, U Connor C . J . N . Carter, U Connor A . H . Sutton, c Dawes, b Lacey \V. H . A[ . Hancock, b Connor C . AVhincuh, b Connor .. F . Padel, c Hind, b Lacey R . Baird, not out .. Extras Total . .

21 0 15 26

n n

c and b Buist lbw 1) McSheehy . . st Hind h McSheehy not out .. c Payne h Curran .. c Payne b Curran ..

22 56 8 8 2 2

4 0

To bat. 0 0

4 7 '2

Extras

Total (5 wkts .) 102

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ANALYSIS OF BOWLING. 1ST INNINGS. Runs . Wickets . Overs . II . D . Naylor 29 3 27 F . Mitchell 2+ 32 3 R. Baird . . I2 0 4 II . G . Metcalfe 7 2 6. 1 2ND INNINGS . F. Mitchell .. 30 2 12 17 II . G . Metcalfe . . II ' I

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G . Hind, b Mitchell . . . . W . Dawes, c and b Mitchell . . J . Buist, lbw b Naylor . . J . McSheehy, run out . . . . E. Connor, c Metcalfe b Mitchell G. Pentony, b Metcalfe .. W. Powell, run out . . . . A. Smith, c Whitby b Naylor . . P. Lacey, c F . Bingham, b Naylor W. Payne, b Metcalfe . . .. P . Curran, not out Extras Total . .

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N . R . ASYLUM. This match was played in fair weather, and our opponents winning the toss elected to bat . Glaisby and Gregory commenced the innings, but the former did not stay long ; Wisker followed but was bowled by Mitchell after he had added 8 runs to the score, and Nicholson shared the same fate . Smith was the next to come in, and he with Gregory gave the bowlers a little trouble, but eventually retired to a ball of Mitchell's as did Gregory who was well caught by Naylor . The rest did not give much trouble and the innings closed for 73 . The School opened their innings with Mitchell and Whitby, but the latter soon retired 1 b w to Wisker . F. M . Bingham then followed but did not stay long ; Naylor was the next to come in and he with Mitchell commenced to hit about the bowling, making a very long stand. A change in the bowling was made which at last dismissed Mitchell for a well-played 37 . Metcalfe followed and stayed with Naylor, who was playing splendid cricket, for a short time . No one else showed to much advantage but Sutton, who made a few characteristic hits and

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retired to a ball from Scaife . Time was shortly after called with the score 134 for 9 wickets, Naylor having contributed 40 not out in very good form, and the extras the large score of 27 . Too much praise cannot be given to Mitchell and Naylor for their valuable assistance, both in batting and bowling, Mitchell taking 6 wickets for 34, and Naylor 4 for a similar number. This match concluded the list of engagements for this season. NORTH RIDING ASYLUM. E. Glaisby, c Peel b Mitchell . W . Gregory, c Naylor b Mitchell J . T. \Visker, b Mitchell \V . R . Nicholson, b Mitchell \\' . Smith, b Mitchell .. F. Waterhouse, b Naylor A . Scaife, b Naylor .. J . Rastall b Naylor .. T . Leckonby, not out .. \V. Flume, b Mitchell .. W. Heel:ley, b Naylor Extras .. Total

ST . PET'ER'S ScIIOciT .. F . Mitchell, b Scaife II . B . Whitby, lbw b Wiskcr F . DI . Bingham, b \Visker H . D . Naylor, not out .. H . R . Metcalfe, c Nicholson b Led .uby G. T . N . Carter, c Nicholson b Scaife A . H . Sutton, b Scaife W . II . M . IIancock, run out .. H. Stephenson, b Gregory A. W . Peel, b Gregory R . Baird, not out .. Extras .. Total (9 wkts . )

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FOOTBALL PROSPECTS. F the team which made itself a name last year, but three remain to

O uphold the good reputation St . Peter's holds in the Football

world . These are the two Bing-hams and Padel. With regard to the backs, the position of full-back will be the hardest to fill . Since the time of Brandt we have not had a single man who has filled this post with satisfaction to all : either the man could not kick or he could not collar ; sometimes both . Baird of last year's men seems most likely to fill the place, but he must learn to kick and take the ball with perfect accuracy, for if he makes the slightest mistake the opponents ' forwards rush past him and carry the ball over the line long before his own can support him . At three-quarters, three suggest themselves at once . Whitby as centre should be good, but must not hesitate, and must remember that any way of stopping a rush, except by dropping on the ball, is mere funking . The wings should be Carter, who will be very smart, and Martin, who showed in the sports that he is a good runner . S . O . Bingham at half should come to a thorough understanding with Spence, who will doubtless be his colleague, and they should try to let their play be as their predecessors' was last year. They are both good tacklers, especially the captain, who now enters upon his fourth year of service . Let them stop as many rushes as they can, remembering that a rush is not half so serious to a half as to a three-quarter back . These two will certainly prove a thorn in the side of their opponents, and will be hard to beat . The forwards will lack the weight, and also the strength of last year's combination, but will have two excellent leaders in Padel and F . Bingham . The former will, we expect, turn out very brilliant, and the hater must work as hard as he can from start to finish . These two, who were both very good last year, and will be doubtless better this year, will be a very good nucleus for the nine required . Alcock, Williams, Tote, Scargill, and Clarke will all be stronger and smarter than last year, and should prove valuable aids to Bingham and Padel. The backs we should advise to practise kicking and passing (at full speed), and endeavour to make themselves as smart in every way as possible . Let them be always ready to take and al hays ready to give a pass, and try to attain that height of combination, which so

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completely dumbfounds such teams as rely solely on their superior bodily strength . They will meet some teams much heavier than themselves, and let this be counterbalanced by extreme smartness. The forwards will have much the same difficulties to contend with as the backs, but let each man feel that he is but one unit in a great and powerful whole : let him work not for himself but for the side . Let us see no one dribbling 20 yards or so ahead of the rest, but let therebe one determined rush from start to finish . The team as a whole will be weaker in physical force than last year, but there is no reason why they should not be much smarter, if sufficient practise is taken . They will have one who should be a good captain at their head, and they must try to follow him and do everything as he does it—thoroughly and honestly, and let no one shirk the fray ; then I have not the slightest doubt but that the 'Cup' will stand for another year in the School house dining hall, and that Lingham's team will surpass the team which beat Durham in 1889 . AN OLD CAPTAIN.

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a, Stone Buildings, Lincoln's Inn, July 3oth, 189o. Dear Sir, Referring to Mr . Tute ' s statement in the Peterite this month that he was the first Peterite who took up his line of life in the Indian Civil Service, it would appear that he was preceded by Mr. H . J. Newbery, a foundation scholar in 1853, and an active member of the O P . Club . The absence of the name of the latter gentleman in the list of distinction gained by the School may indicate an omission of other names through forgetfulness, and an enquiry into the subsequent careers of exhibitioners and scholars who have failed to keep up their connection with the School might prove interesting . I observe that Mr. `V . R . Fawcett, of Stainton-in-Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees, who

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died on the 6th May last, in the 5oth year of his age, was educated at St. Peter' s (see Law Times, July 19th, p . 227), and a notice of his life and death might bring to light some of his contemporaries. Yours faithfully, C . H . CHADWICK, Hon . Sec . (Cond .) O .P . Club. The Editor, the Peterite .

Mr . Tute himself has also sent us word correcting the slip he made. He states, moreover, that Newbery only retired two or three years ago .—(ED .)

NOTES AND ITEMS. Playing against the M .C .C . for the Yorkshire Gentlemen, F . Mitchell scored first innings 6o not out, second innings 6o also, being given out lbw. E . IV . Clarke has been appointed librarian. The present number of Peterite members of the Public School Bible Union is 86 . Anyone wishing to become a member may do so on application to S . O . Bingham, who has succeeded J . O . Garland as Secretary. Mr . Tute with his wonted patriotism and kindness has presented us with some parallel bars . May other O .P's . take the hint. We also beg to acknowledge a present of some umpire 's apparel from the O .P . Club. Owing to want of space we have been obliged to hold over several articles of interest lately sent to us. BIR'T'H. On Sunday, the 21st, the wife of the Rev . G . T . Handford of a daughter.

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SCHOOL LETTER. NCE more does the season of " Merry Yule" draw near ; once more do the voices of our future Irvings re-echo through the hall ; once more, alas, has the weary Peterite editor to bend to the task of writing a school letter. First and foremost it is our pleasant duty to offer, on behalf of the School, our most hearty congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Handford on the birth of their daughter. Next as to football prospects, though as yet we have no very brilliant achievements to chronicle, still we expect the team will at least make a good show in the final round for the challenge cup . Our theatrical prospects, too, are at present looking fairly prosperous : six old actors are taking parts and the new arrivals are, with but few exceptions, very promising . On Nov . 28th Dr . Naylor gave a lecture on Acoustics to the whole school, which he illustrated by means of several interesting experiments . The subject was perhaps too difficult for the majority of the audience to grasp, but the lecture was thoroughly enjoyed in spite of the disadvantageous circumstances under which the lecturer was placed, the acoustical properties of the hall being notoriously bad, and the subject one that would seem extremely difficult to compress within the short space of an hour.

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OXFORD LETTER. HE shroud of gloom, in the absence of the undergraduate element,

T has once more been lifted, and the ancient city has again launched forth into its accustomed course of virtuous vice and vicious virtue. The appearance of the goal posts in the Parks heralded the advent of the football season . The Rugby team promises to be more powerful than any of its predecessors for the last five years . The whole back contingent of last year are still in residence . Cochrane at back has improved immensely, while Fleming is a tower of strength in every department of the game . The halves are much improved, and should turn out a very smart pair indeed . W . E . Bromet is a great loss forward, but with only three places to fill, there should be little difficulty in getting a really strong set of forwards together . Accidents have never been more numerous . Four old blues are already hors de combat, but will probably reappear in the course of the next fortnight . College football has been robbed of most of its interest for this term by an order of the committee, forbidding members of the team from playing more than three times a week . The only Peterite seen figuring in these edifying contests is J . E . Gofton of John's. The Association team has eight old members left, but they will hardly be so strong as last year . They have only played two matches, both of which ended in signal defeat. Their more fortunate brethren of the Rugby persuasion have up to date played six matches and won them all, scoring 17 goals, 19 tries to r goal . The river is still crowded with coaches and coached . A brother of Guy Nickalls is the most promising freshman . The Trials are going through the weeding out process . E . Danks of Ripon has been rowing for a week, and still retains his seat. News of Peterites is hard to collect . Chadwick of Wadham, confines his energies to the drill hall, of others, of their failures or successes we wot not . From all Oxford Peterites to bliss Handford greeting . P.

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CAMBRIDGE LETTER. HE most engrossing topic at present is the University Fours which

T are being rowed at the time of writing . As, however, by the

time this appears in print they will have been decided, speculation would be out of place . Suffice it to say that on present form Emmanuel ought to have no difficulty in winning . St . Peter 's is not represented in the fours, but O .P.'s are to be seen constant in attendance at the river in the persons of Hutchings, Leaf, Easten, and Metcalfe, who, I am glad to see is stroking a Pembroke eight with some success . To turn to other matters, our prospects for the Rugby match against Oxford next December are not particularly rosy, if the success, or rather the want of it, that we have met with at present is any criterion . We have suffered defeat from teams that the sister university seems to have easily disposed of, and the series of accidents that have happened to several of the most prominent members of our team are far from reassuring. Of O .P .'s in residence, T . P . Clarke is playing for Trinity and his brother for Emmanuel, while Hood plays for Cavendish, Wilkinson occasionally for Caius, and Metcalfe and A . Crosthwaite for Pembroke . It will be interesting to Peterites to hear that Chaytor, who frequently played against the school for Durham, will very probably get his Rugby Football blue . Jesus will have no difficulty in maintaining their position of supremacy, as their team will be just about equal with that of last year. The rehearsals for the Ion of Euripides, which is the Greek play selected for performance, are steadily proceeding, and the play itself will be produced in about a fortnight . It promises to be a distinct success, and I hear the music written for it will be something to be remembered . The fifth of November has come and gone in dismal quietude . With the exception of the (probably imaginary) pursuit of a single Freshman by a mob of boys a more than usual solitude pervaded the University . It was rumoured that at a certain college the timehonoured custom of burning the college portal furniture (including the tutor, in effigy) was to be duly observed, but owing perhaps to the increased vigilance of the dons no such spectacle was afforded . Stanley

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has been duly invested with the honorary degree, the most noteworthy feature of the function being the universal cry of " Dr . Stanley, I presume," which greeted him on the completion of the function. Cambridge O .P's. offer their congratulations to the head-master on the birth of his daughter. P . S.

DURHAM LETTER. HIS term as far as officers are concerned Peterites are well to the

T front. One unites in his own person the captaincy of Hatfield Hall Boat club and the Secretaryship of the Union, another is weighed down by the burdens of secretary of the D .U .R .F .C ., captain of Hatfield Hall R .F .C ., and secretary of the debating society . Bulman was on the trials for Durham County as a forward, but did not play, and T. Ferris (a son of the Rev . T. B . B . Ferris, O .P ., for many years master at St. Peter ' s) who left St . Peter's some years ago has got a Zqo Classical Scholarship . The 'Varsity have a busy season before them both at Rugger and Soccer, and in both games will have strong teams. The Rugby team plays Edinburgh, and the Association Cambridge . And now for Durham School . They have perhaps a stronger team than they have had for the last two if not three seasons . They gave a tremendous beating to Ripon, and also defeated the Medicals of Newcastle, and Northumberland Club . Last Thursday they were just defeated by Sunderland, who have the finest back team in the County. The School have taken a leaf from St . Peter's book of last season, and go in for daily passing and dribbling practice . Their back is strong and kicks well, perhaps rather too much inclined to run . They have a splendid set of three-quarters and a good pair of halves who perhaps are too selfish . Their forwards are a very good lot, powerful, working well on the ball, and following up with great dash . DUNELM .

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HIS, the first match of the season, was played on Octobei 4th.

T Clifton winning the toss St . Peter' s kicked off against a strong wind. The ball however was well returned to the School quarters, and T . Wilson getting hold gained a good try, which the same player converted . On the kick out, the Clifton team soon rushed the ball back again, and T . Wilson ran in again but lost hold of the oval . C. Morrell dropped on it, and a second try was gained, T . Wilson converting . After this played ruled in the Peterites ' 25, and W. Wade ran in, but the place failed . After half-time the game was very fast and exciting . The School made plucky but unavailing attempts to score, and Clifton again rushing, F . Wilson scored a try which J . Wilson converted . Score :—Clifton, 3 goals, r try, 3 minors ; St Peter 's nil.

v . DURHAM SCHOOL. The teams met at Durham on November aoth . J . E . C . Graburn kicked off for the home team, and from the return C . Adamson secured and gained a try, J . E. C . Graburn kicking the goal . Play followed in neutral ground until Jackson, passing to Graburn, the latter scored a splendid try, which the same player converted . The Durham scholars still pressed, and Jackson getting over the line Graburn again added the major . Play was still confined to the visitors' territory, and Jackson (3) and Graburn scored . At half-time the score was ; Durham, 3 goals, 3 tries, r minor ; York nil . In the second half play was more even. Jackson from a long kick added a minor . Shortt, after a dodging run scored behind the posts, but Graburn 's kick was a failure . Another try was added by Durham, but Newby failed to improve. Shortt scored, but no goal was kicked . J . E . C . Graburn got over, and Paule made a splendid attempt at a difficult angle . R . Adamson received a pass in front of goal, and had little difficulty in scoring, J .

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E . C . Graburn converting. From a good pass Sutherland ran in, but Graburn failed at goal . Another try was added . The final try was scored by Jackson, which Graburn converted . Final score :—Durham School, 5 goals, 9 tries, 2 minors ; St . Peter ' s School, nil.

v . LEEDS CLERGY SCHOOL. Played on November 4th on the School ground . Leeds kicked off at 3 o'clock, and St . Peter's forwards carried the ball into the Leeds 25, where, after some hard play, Stephenson, by a good run, gained a try, S . Bingham kicking a goal . Fast play followed, and St, Peter's rushing the ball to the line obtained a minor point . Leeds then played up harder and crossed the line . The kick at goal, however, failed . After half time St . Peter ' s pressed, and after some good passing Whitby cleverly secured a try, and S . O . Bingham kicked a splendid goal . After this play was very even, until by a good run Charlesworth gained a try for Leeds, which was converted into a goal. From the kick out the same player crossed the line again, and this, too, was converted . St . Peter's then rushed the ball to the line, and had hard luck in not scoring . Play was very even until time was called after a fast game, the score being :—Leeds Clergy School, 2 goals, r try ; St. Peter's, 2 goals, r minor.

THEATRICALS. The end of the Christmas term brings with it the Theatricals, now a time honoured institution . Owing to the kind and untiring help of Mr . Yeld our plays are what they are, and there seems no reason to doubt that this one will add a success to the many of years gone by. We cleave faithfully to Shakespeare, nor—to offer our humble opinion— could we well do better, and "Twelfth Night" (the play intended) is in many respects admirably suited to our purposes. Some, we fear, will miss the bear fight which formed so important an item in last year's play, but this will certainly be compensated for

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by the music, composed by Dr . Naylor for "Feste ' s " songs . It is certainly due to Dr . Naylor to say, in the name of the School, that we are grateful for his generous aid both of this year and last . The music is a most welcome, an indispensable addition to our scenes, and the personal help of the composer at rehearsals, after a day's work of which few but musicians have any idea, is surely deserving of our truest and sincerest gratitude . There was some talk of reviving the gallery that will still be remembered by many ; doubtless it would have had its advantages, such as making the acting somewhat easier and perhaps lessening the difficulties of speaking audibly, but, in kind consideration, it may be, for the feelings of the nervous, or, it may be, for the money of the State, it was abandoned, and attention directed to other necessary improvements instead .

ON THE INDIAN CIVIL SERVICE. HE great question which now-a-days is exercising the minds of most parents is What shall we do with our boys ?" The problem is becoming more and more serious every year as education gets diffused more generally . Most of us have heard of the discussion that went on in the newspapers on this subject some years ago . I do not purpose to go over the ground which was then fully trodden, but I should like to say a few words to the boys of my old school touching one career at anyrate which I think open to boys of fair average ability who can make up their minds to work and who have staying power in work, I allude to the Indian Civil Service . Now, I find that for some reason or other very little seems to be known about that service . There is an idea that the examination is one of surpassing difficulty, and also that no one can pass unless he goes to a crammer. Both these ideas are erroneous There was, it is true, some reason for the latter during the last few years, but that reason has now disappeared, as I shall shew. When I went up for the open competition in 1869, the limit of age was, as it had been for many years previous, from r 7 to 21 . I am speaking roughly from memory when I say that the crammed men were by no

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means in the ascendancy which would justify the idea that it was necessary to have recourse to that method of learning known as "Cram ." The first man was an Oxford University man, the second a Trinity College (Dublin) man, and the third a Hindu . Eight of us passed out of T .C .D ., and as far as I am concerned I consider that I passed from St . Peter's, as I only read for a few months at the University, and, as a matter of fact, knew practically, as far as the examination was concerned, as much when I left the school as when I passed . Besides the T .C .D . men there were several others who went up and passed by other doors of entrance than those of the great London institutions . It is a long time ago now, and I have not an old list by me, or else I might be able to specify pretty nearly the exact numbers. Through what is now universally admitted to have been a mistaken idea, the age standard was some years ago lowered, and candidates had to pass between the ages of 17 and 19 . They were then sent for two years to one of the Universities before going out . It is needless for me to enter into the reasons why this change was bad for the Service in India . It will, I think, be obvious to all that 19 was an age far too young for any boy to be compelled to pass an examination like that for the Indian Civil Service, an examination which practically started him in life . Nineteen is the age at which most boys are leaving school and beginning that wider education which the Universities give ; the education which trains and fits them to take their place as men in the world . The two years at the University did not make up to Indian candidates the loss of an ordinary University career . The I .C .S . men were in the University but not of it . They had special subjects to prepare, all for their future work in India, and breathed the atmosphere of University life with lungs strained and fagged by the pressure of work foreign to that of the University, and with the idea and wish to get away and out to India with as little delay as possible. When 19 was the outside limit of age, ordinary school training was not in the race for Indian appointments ; of course there were brilliant exceptions, and I am glad to see that S . Peter ' s furnished one, but if the examinations were anything like what they were twenty years ago,

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it was too much to expect of ordinary boys to pass them between the ages of 17 and 19 by the ordinary course of school work. The consequence was that the examinations became practically at the mercy of a few men who made them a special study and " getting into the Service " was put before education in its true sense . I am far from under-rating the marvellous success of those gentlemen who have sent so many men into the Service, but I submit that it was not for the good of either the Service or the men themselves that they should have had to work at high pressure during the very years when their brains and bodies are both developing and are not fully formed. However, the discussion as to the merits or demerits of the lower standard of age has happily become an academic discussion, and the age is now fixed at that between 21 and 23 . The subjects for the Examination have also been revised and fresh marks reassigned . I append a list showing the new scale of marking . During the time of the lower standard of age a dead set was made against Classics, Higher Mathematics, and English . In fact, against what we used to consider the subjects which ordinarily went to make up the education of an English gentleman . I never knew what reason caused this change, but it has not been found to work well, and the authorities have, I am glad to say, come round to the conviction that the knowledge of subjects which has hitherto been found sufficient to fit men for the highest offices of State in England is not absolutely detrimental to an honourable and useful service in India . The ordinary School and University Education has once more been given the chance which it had before, and is no longer handicapped unfavourably as compared with modern languages, chemistry, and other special subjects . It is now possible for any good all-round man to get sufficient marks to ensure his success, as far as success can be insured in any competitive examination without going in for special subjects got up for the pure purpose of passing an examination . It must of course be remembered that to pass the I .C .S. now means an education which must go on until the age of 21 . It will therefore tend to fill the ranks of the service with University men. This is exactly what we, who are in the Service, are delighted to see. We want to see men coming out whose minds are more or less matured

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by steady work, and whose brains and bodies are not overtaxed with a course of extremely hard reading at too early an age . It may be said that this increases the cost of entering for the open competition . I doubt this . A boy naturally remains at school in England until he is 19, unless he is intended for business or for the Army . In the latter cases the I .C .S . does not concern him . Now the expense of keeping a boy at school from 17 to 19, and then giving him two years at a University, will not, I imagine, exceed by much the expense of keeping him from 16 to 19 in London, plus the fees which he will have to pay for his tuition with a specialist . The advantages of the one mode of life in early manhood over the other are self evident . I would therefore strongly urge on those who are now in the old school the advantage of thinking of India as a field for their future lives . I must confess to a selfish feeling in wishing to see more from the school to which I am deeply attached entering a Service of which I am proud . Anyone who has gone through the ranks of the Service as I have, and has experienced its ups and downs, its sorrows and its pleasures, will, I think, agree with me in saying that, take it all in all, an Indian career is a desirable one. We have of course the bitterness of separation for a time from wife and children, but on the other hand we know that that separation is lightened by the fact of being able to have children well educated and well cared for, and of having no anxiety for their future when we join the majority. I question whether a life of ill-remunerated toil in England has many advantages over a career in India . Then much is made of the climate. It is not perfect, and in some places is very bad, but strange to say the death rate in the Service is low. The fact is that people in India guard against the climate by their mode of living, dressing, and housing themselves. In no country in the world has a man more opportunities of doing good work if he only keeps himself free from fads, and observes the happy medium in his view of men and things . There is no necessity to look upon our Aryian brethren as the finest race of people in the world, for they are not . At the same time one need not adopt the " somethinged nigger" standard in weighing their character . At the age of 22 a man coming to India is practically independent . If he be fortunate he is a rich man at 4o . If he have ordinary average luck he is comfortably off . At 47 he can retire on a pension ofi,000 a year .

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Above all things his work is that of responsibility . Nor is there wanting a sense of power, which is dear to most men . I would ask the present Vlth, and those who are coming into it, to put these advantages against the prospects that are now open in Land, Medicine, or the Church, for men of average brains . I don't address geniuses Of you, sir, will pardon such a classical barbarity as the use of the word), they, of course, have the Woolsack, the Episcopate, and Medical Baronetcies awaiting them ; but those, who like myself, have never aspired to such high positions in Church or State, might think over what I have written . It is necessary for success that one's mind should be made up and set to a career in India young . There is a lot to be read out of the ordinary school course in the way of history and English literature, which makes a vast difference when the examination comes on, and apart from the examination India is a big subject to study. Men when they have been there 20 years begin to see their ignorance of the country . The great thing in reading up for an Indian career is carefully to learn facts, and to avoid with a holy horror anything like a study of theories . You will find them all upset when you get out there . A . C . TUTE.

NE TV RULES FOR THE CIVIL SERVICE EYA1)IINATION. Regulations have just been issued for the open competition for the Indian Civil Service, which will be held in August, 1892 . These rules differ in the following important respects from those previously published. The examination will commence on August 1, 1892, instead of the beginning of June. The candidates must be over twenty-one and under twenty-three years of age on April 1, 1892 . The old-limits were seventeen and nineteen on the previous January 1 . An Order for admission to the examination will be sent to each candidate on July 18, two months later than hitherto . The open competitive examination will take place only in the following branches of knowledge : French Language and Literature .. German ditto ditto English ditto ditto (including special period to be named by the Commissioners) .. .. .. . Sanskrit Language and Literature . . .. . . .. ..

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Arabic ditto, ditto . . 500 English Composition 500 Greek Language and Literature 750 Latin ditto, ditto .. 750 Mathematics (pure and applied) . . .. 900 Advanced Mathematical subjects (pure and applied) 900 Natural Science, i.e., any number not exceeding three of the following subjects :— 600 Elementary Chemistry and Elementary Physics . . N .B .—This subject may not be taken up by those who offer either Higher Chemistry or Higher Physics. IIigher Chemistry . . 600 IIigher Physics . . 600 t800 Geology . . . . 600 600 Botany .. . .. 600 Zoology Animal Physiology . . 6c.o English History . . 500 . . 400 Greek History (Ancient, including constitution) 400 Roman History, ditto ditto General Modern History (period to be selected by Candidates from list issued by Commissioners, one period at least to include Indian History .. .. 500 500 Political Economy and Economic history .. 400 Logic and Mental Philosophy (Ancient and Modern) 400 Moral Philosophy (Ancient and Modern) .. 500 Roman Law . . . . English Law, rrc Law of Contract--Criminal Law—Law of 500 Evidence and Law of Constitution Political Science (including Analytical Jurisprudence, the Early . . 500 History of Institutions, and Theory of Legislation) ..

Candidates are at liberty to name any or all of these branches of knowledge. No subjects are obligatory . A syllabus, defining in general terms the character of the examination in the various subjects, will be issued, and notice of its appearance given in the London Gazette. The Civil Service Commissioners will, as hitherto, continue to make such deductions from the marks assigned to candidates in each subject (with the exception of English and Mathematics) as may be deemed necessary in order to secure that " a candidate be allowed no credit at all for taking up a subject in which he is a mere smatterer . " It is evidently intended to make the examination far stiffer than before. The subjects are more numerous, and the maximum marks obtainable are 12,700 in place of 7,100 . Candidates will no longer be at liberty to select a particular period in English History in which to be examined, and the following Notes in the old prospectus are not in the view : A considerable portion of the marks for English History and Literature will be allotted to the work selected by the candidate . In

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awarding marks for this, regard will be had partly to the extent and importance of the period or books selected, but chiefly to the thoroughness with which they have been studied . The examination in mathematics will range from arithmetic, algebra, and elementary geometry, up to the elements of the differential and integral calculus, including the lower portions of applied mathematics . The standard of marking in Sanskrit and Arabic will be determined with reference to a high degree of proficiency, such as may be expected to be reached by a native of good education. Instead of two years' probation in England, and periodical examinations, the new prospectus reads thus : Selected candidates before proceeding to India will be on probation for one year, at the end of which time they will be examined, with a view of testing their progress in the following subjects (f) :— Compulsory MARKS. 500 1. Indian Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code, 1882 2. The principal Vernacular Language of the Province to which 400 the Candidate is assigned .. .. 3. IIistory of British India . . .. .. .. 300 .. Optional . [Not more than two of these subjects ] 1 . The Code of Civil Procedure, 1882, and the Indian Law of Contract, IS72 450 2. Indian and Mahomedan Law 350 400 *3. Sanscrit 400 *4. Arabic *5. Persian 400 *6. Political Economy .. * These subjects may not be offered by any candidate who has offered them at the previous examination. (j) A syllabus, showing the extent of the examination will be issued to the successful candidates as soon as possible after the result of the open competition is declared. The marks in the final examination will be subject to deductions, as in the open competition . Persons desirous to be admitted as candidates must apply on forms, which may be obtained from " The Secretary, Civil Service Commission, London, S .AV .," at any time after December I, 1891, The forms must be returned so as to be received at the office of the Civil Service Commissioners on or before May 31, 1892.

Evidence of health and character must bear date not earlier than May I, 1892 . . Applications to alter the list of subjects named must be received not later than July 5 .

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Seniority in the Service will be determined by the candidate ' s position in the list resulting from the combined marks of the Open and Final examinations . Hitherto the Final examination alone has fixed the seniority. An allowance of Zloo (instead of 300) will be given to all candidates who pass their probation at one of the universities or colleges approved by the Secretary of State . Candidates selected under these regulations in 1892, will, in view of the alteration in the limits of age, have seniority over the candidates selected under the previous regulations in 1891.

NOTES AND ITEMS. J. H. G. Wilson, Queen ' s College, Oxford, who unfortunately damaged his knee, has quite recovered, and scored against the London Scottish for Oxford. T. P. Clarke has played several times for Cambridge (Rugby Team). Imes Parker, our respected porter has now completed his twentyfifth year in that capacity. The Old Boys Match will be played on Saturday, the loth of December . All who desire to play are requested to send in their names to W. G . Wilson, Westward Ho, Bideford, Devonshire. With her usual kindness Mrs . Handford has made a present to the Football Club of touch-line flags . Our thanks are also clue to Miss Grantham for the work she has bestowed on them. The Editors beg to acknowledge receipt of numbers of the following : Ulyda, Hurst- johnian, Leodiensian, Sutton-Valence, Brighton-Magazine, .Dunelmian, Cann- Cross-Hurstian, He'relordian and Set/Nigh/an.

En Dclo o N all. On 2nd November, at Southsea, Thos . EDWARD Rivis, late 13th Hussars, aged 44, younger son of the late T. W . Rivis, J .L . and ] .P ., of Newstead, Malton, Yorks .