The Montana post., 1869-01-08

the game was called by the latter gentleman,
and Rodrigo led Of ON first shot. The game
was 4 very closely contested one. and was
played on the part of both Contestants in a
NEST admirable manner. Rodrigo took the
lead on the first points in the game and kept
it throughout by an average of from 3 to II
points. On the last string Mclean displayed
some rare playing, whereby he was enabled to
take the lead and had but five to go on the
game. Thus the game stood, Mclean 246,
Rodrigo 235, when the latter by a circum-
stance of good luck and a little careful play
ing, closed the game, beating his opponent by
four points. The betting throughout the
game was rather light, but no odds were Of
fered till Johnny had made his last run which
placed him in advance The game was wi Z
messed by n la:ge attendance Of citizens who
manife.ted their appreciation of the shots
made. and their delight at the skill evidenced
on the part of both players by frequent DEM
onstrations of applause. The Theatre was
somewhat chilly, the cushions of the table
were cold, which worked to the disadvantage
of both players. The game lasted from IL
NJ, until 4.22 P. N. The game was $50 points
up, and the number of innings 259, hence the
average was very light, being a slight fraction
less than one. Each made a run of Is. The
game was intensely interesting throughout,
and the nerve, rare skill and excellent judg-
ment of each, called forth the admiration of
the spectators. There is some talk of a sec
ond match, which we hope will take place un-
der more favorable auspices. Any definite
arrangements will be duly communicated to
our readers.
New YEARS DAY.-The morning of
the happy New Year the sun came coyly,
blushIng forth, like the first advances of
maiden toward the unsuspecting and deluded
victim OF her facinating smiles and wiles and
melting tears, but the happiness, the kindly
greeting. the hearty good wishes needed not
to gather life from sunbeam warmth, but
catching inspiration from the music of the
morning stars, rang in melodious cadences OF
love and friendship, till
"The trailing garments OF the night
Swept through her marble halls"
The music cf euphonious bells, the glitter of
exotic fashion, the music of merry laughter
and happy voices, and the rainbows of happi-
ness and pleasure that spanned the couate-
uances of oil, evidenced a realization of much
rational and satisfactory enjoyment. In
accordance with a time honored custom which
characterized the worthy and hospitable
burghers of the Empire city, a large number
of the fair ladies' of our city received with
full honors the gentlemen of their acquain
tance, and In this manner n delightful day
was passed by the gentlemen. The taste dis
r,la al NV fha adj in al
of refreshments, the charming manner in
which they welcomed their friends and the
rare accomplishments exhibited in extending
hospitality tn their cIllers cinno. be excelled
in the metropolitan city that gave origin to
the delightful custom. The gentlemen, too
were equal to the occasion, and during the
whole day, subjected rs they were to the de-
licious influences of sparkling wine and the
delightful beverages that adorned the festive
board, not one for moment forgot that he
was gentleman. 1t must be source of
much satisfaction to the gentlemen to learn
that this year the reception of calls was TO
the ladies pleasure and Qualification, and
with the belief that all over this good land
there was no spot where the day was more
fully and heartily enjoyed, we express the
hope that, as succeeding years come and go,
their advent may be celebrated with as joyous
and delightful festivities as this day, the
recollectiohs of which are As sweet as the
melody of half forgotteu song.
YVES TRAvIs's grand ra file too K plac
at Ray6eld's pool rooms, on New Years af-
ternoon, IN the presence of a crowded house,
and was at once the most exciting and bar
monious affair of the kind we ever witnessed.
The first number threwn which was entitled
to respectful consideration was 46, which was
thrown by Mr.. Vincent, who held ticket No.
l3l- This was purchased by Jot Travis, and
thus being entitled to the first choice he took
| Billy Bay. Jim Welch, owner of ticket 133,
afterwards threw 46, which was purchased by
Wes Travis for $500, who was, by virtue of
1t, entitled to the gold watch aud chain.
The lowest number, is, was thrown by George
Ray6eld, owner of ticket No. 479, and George,
having an eye to general results, took the
house and lot on Clore street. ]. C. Kicker,
owner of ticket No. %, Mr.. Fitch, ticket
81, and Wes Travis, ticket No. SO, each threw
Is, which, being the second lowest number,
was for the horse Coburn. This being tie,
and Mr.. Fitch being absent, it may be few
days before it will be settled among the three
gentlemen holding these throws. The rattle
was attended throughout with the best feel
ing and the utmost satisfaction to all pres
ent. Ii was witnessed by q large crowd,
which filled Georges spacious and elegant
pool and club rooms with a large share of
the speculating social element of Helena.
HELENA LoTTERY.-Thes second draw
ing of this lottery took place at the Helena
Theatre on Saturday, in the presence of a
large attendance of tick et-holders and spec
tators. Il was characterized throughout by
harmony and good feeling. Dave Hagadorn