Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-01-14

NWnAHA' inches in circumference
and has three handles
MI as all loving cups should
u have. Its style is mas
sive, and 1t is quite valuable not only on accoun,
of its metal value. but also because of the fine
work upon it. This cup was given to the club
about two years ago by Mr.. Robert Leding, an
enthusiast on bowling. One OF the provisions
OF the gift was that it be presented as an an
nual trophy to the member Of the Columbia
Athletic Club making the highest num-
Der Of pins in a tournament. Between
two Of the handles is plate upon
which the names of the clubs champion
bowers are engraved Ii now bears two
names, ]. c. Pedrick's name appearing first,
he having the honor in 1891. The name of
stephen Janus appears next as the winner of
the trophy for the year of 1892 he having won
it on an average Of Isl, and won 1t in the last
game of his SERIES
In the last game his nearest opponent was 80
pins ahead Of him when Janus stepped up de-
termined ito do die" and he did, for he
saw his rivals 32 pins and went him 16 pins
better.
Who will win the championship for 1898?
That is the question that is uppermost in the
minds OF the devotees of the bowling floor. 1t
Is said that it is more difficult this year to pick
winner than ever before for the reason that
there are now more good bowlers than before.
The good ones have improved and the new ma
terlal, some of it very strong and steady, make
a choice and Tip" almost out Of the question
THE TOURNAMENT.
The real work for which so much practicing
has been done during the past two months and
more will begin at o'clock next Tuesday even
ing, the 18th instant. The two middle alleys
only will be used and the two side ones will be for
spectators. and the space back Of the alleys will
be reserved for players only. The officials
will be in the space near the players. The num-
Der OF entries last year Twenty-Five of
which number twenty-five bowled through
The entry list this year. while it is not quite so
large, contains SO much good bowling material
that the difference in numbers will be COM
pensated for. 1t may be that the same number
is reached.
In addition to the Leding cup there are to be
four other prizes, but no player will be allowed
to take more than one prize. and this new rule
spoken of here last month, is Endorsed by all
the players.
Harvey, a new bowler, is doing some good
work, and with his physique ought to become
strong bowler.
Steve Janus is taking regular practice and
bowling in his usual good FORM
DIR. Fischer and Arthur Moses bowl in practice
like possible winners.
John Walker in game this week broke his
own record of 223 made several weeks ago bv
making the score of 224, a very remarkable
score and very rare article on regulation
alleys.
1t nearly ''broke' whiteside tall up" this
week when he found that he had lost game in
which his own score was 203. Many q man
would like to have that figure for his high score
in the tournament
DR.. Young. very earnest and steady bowler,
will make it interesting for some of the big
ones in tlB tournament.
A very pretty game was that few evenings
since, which resulted in tie. each side having
1G5 In this game were John Walker. captain.
DIR. Fischer. Johnston and Janus on one side
and on the other side were ]. s. Jones, captain,
Whiteside, Moses and Hills. The tie was rolled
off. each man rolling one pin, and resulted in
Jake's side winning by one pin
DISTINCT TOURNAMENT
The scheme, as suggested by some one to
have bowling tournament at the club house
open to all bowlers of the District. meets with
very little favor from the club bowlers and
other club members. II it is deemed advisable
and practicable at this time it would be much
better to have bowling tournament open to
the teams of regularly organized athletic clubs
OF nearby cities. l am sure Baltimore could
furnish at least two such teams. 1t would
create an interest to which even the present
great local interest would not be a marker, for
anything that savors of a match in whatever
line between the two cities brings up that old
time rivalry of which every one has heard.
u
little; the time for bowling could be SO arranged
that the players could return home on late
trains after each game. Why not try it while
the G. A. G. teams are doing such good bowling1
They could win easily.
ToNIaHr's SMOKER.
The program for the smoker in the 'gym"
tonight is an excellent one, probably one of the
best ever offered on a similar occasion here, and
no doubt there will be, and there should be, q
large attendance Of members.
The program contains the following numbers
and the committee having it in charge deserves
great credit for presenting so many good
things; Washington Mandolin, Banjo and Guitar
Club, Washington Mennerchor Prof. 8. NJ.
Fabian, pianist; Prof. J. P Lawrence, pianist;
Prof. H. C. Rakemann. violnist DIR. w. p.
Compton. Herndon Morsell, Prof. N. Dushane
Coward. Alan G. Grant and G. &. West, all
well-known here in musical circles, will give
vocal solos. E. @. Moore will recite and Prof.
Haley and his son will give varied selections.
This is altogether the strongest program ever
offered here upon a similar occasion or for that
matter upon few other occasions.
WORKING IN THE GYM.
The classes in the gymnasium are fast filling
up and Instructor Crosslev is a busy man. The
REGULARS" who have taken up specialties are
working steadily, and the next athletic evening.
as well as the next ladies' day, will see some
y
The members who are practicing the pyramid"
work promise something very fine for those
occasions.
Harry Gould has again put in appearance
and working steadily at tpmbiing, in which be
does some very difficult feats.
Frank Sherman, who gave Q pool exhibition
here week or SO ago. will be engaged BY the house
committee to take charge OF the billiard room of
the club. As professional player Ordinary a.
well % fancy or trick he has few equals, and
his presence will materially increase the inter-
est In the billiard room. He can develop PROM
Using players and assist in arranging tourna-
ments and exhibitions, and after awhile each
door will have lie rooms full Of experts in their
particular line.
The club meeting this week was well attended,
and the reports Of officers, each showing . very
gratifying condition Of the clubs Affairs, were
received with applause. The treasurer's report
showing reduction Of the debt in the sum of
~, 900 during the past year was very enthusi-
caily received, and the treasurer, J. Maury
Dove, bad lots Of nice things said about him,
and he deserved them all
TIE CLUE RLHCTIoN.