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The Washington times., 1902-09-05
HOW THE COURT OF CLAIMS HAS RELIEVED
CONGRESS OF MANY JUDICIAL BURDENS.

jurisdiction upon the Court of Claims In 1888 the court
given power to hear and report the facts IN claims Tor
stores and supplies furnished to taken by the United
States forces from loyal citizens during the civil war;
Under this act 10950 have been referred to the court
and the facts IN large majority of the claims have been
reported to Congress and the amounts found due the
claimants paid
In 1885 Congress referred what is known as the
French spoliaton claims bcng claims arising out of ile
gal captures OF American vessels by the French prior to
September 30, 1900 Under this act 5.5G5 claims
fled than half of which have been reported to Con-
eress and the awards paid.
All claims for depredaons committed by Indians
upcn the property of citizens Of the United States
alphabetically this court, having been transferred
from the office of the Commissioner of Indian Affairs in
1891 Over 10000 claims of this class have been fled,
and several thousand have been disposed Of
In addition to the above Congress constantly refer
ring to the court individual cases for judicial investigation,
many of which, such claims growing of treaty spu
ations with different Indian tribes nations involve mil
liens of dollars.
Whenever ready for trial on the part of both
the claimants attorney and the Governments counsel there
IS little de.ay getting hearing. Gases that ready
for trial may be submitted at any time for decision
briefs without argun.e MT
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Personal Notes About Washington People,

Dudley home from his vacation trip North
Hart has
S months Medora, N D.
and the OF the
hi
H. o
a
his family seashOre
Mr. W. Huhgs the disburss clerk the % has
Detroit Mich His mother Mrs A. Hung who has been clerk in the
will their
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Entertain Grand Duke Boris.

Grand Duke Boris. accompanied by
Cont Cassini and his staff OF y0 ng
Russian diplomats, have been shar .ng
the social laurels OF Newport along
with her grace OF Marlborough for he
past few days. On Wednesday even ng
the Russian party and the duchess vS1re
guests OF honor ct the dinner-dar ce
given by Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Dolsn.
In addition to the titled guests. t le
company at the dinner included Nj.
Herbert H. 2. Peircc, Third Assistant
Secretary of State.
Mr. Eugene Higgins gave luncheon
for the duke yesterday on his yacht, tlae
Varuna The cabin decorations includ-
ed nearly 1000 American Beauty roses
and masses of gold colored orchids.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Quiet Church Wedding.

The marriage of Miss Anna Meyer
and Mr.. Alfred n. Copeland took place
at the Sixth Presbyterian Church. on
Wednesday, Rev. ID. W. -Skeiiinger Of
hciatins. The bride was given away By
her brother. Mr.. Jacob Meyer her at
tondants being Miss Frankie Moyer,
maid OF honor. and Miss Forsythe,
Bridesmaid. with little Gertrude Her.
bert as flower girl. The groom was ac-
eompaniee by his brother. Dr. Edgar P.
COPELAND. as best man; Messrs. r. e.
Meyer. Bright Handy, H. E. A. Gut
shall, and D. c.. Cain officiating as
Cshers. Immediately after the cere.
inony the couple left Tor an extendal
trip through the North and will 70.
turn about October X
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Senator Culberson of Texas.

Texas will send a solid Democratic
delegation to the next House and elect
Representative Lanham governor of
the States by an old time Democratic
majority" said Senator Culberson, at
the Raleigh, yesterday. Senator Gull
berson is here on private business and
incidentally to look after some matters
of interest to his constituents before
the departments.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
None Too Soon.

Baltimore American-The anti-im
pe-ialists of Boston will stop their agi-
tation long enough to see if something
will not be done for the Filipinos. In
other words, they are enlivening their
crusade with some brilliant flashes of
common sense.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Full of Years and Honors.

New York Tribune-Galusha A Grow,
The veteran Pennsylvania Congressman,
will 20 into retirement after March 4
next. He celebrated his eightieth birth
day the other day, and announced then
that he would rest content on his pres
ent record, extending back to 1850. of
political service and political honors.
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Waiting for the Latest Returns.

Milwaukee Sentinel-An earthquake in
the island of Mindanao is reported 20
have caused considerable damage. Until
Atkinson and Schurz are heard from 1t
will be impossible to tell whether the
American soldier or Providence is TO
bear the responsibility.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
More Terrible Than Gatling Guns.

Atlanta Constitution-The American
working girl is amply able TO protect
herself against the aggressions of male
competition. The Western Union mes
senger girls in Chicago simply charge
hatpins when attacked by the striking
boys whose places they took.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
CURRENT PRESS COMMENT.
Kill or Cure.

Chicago hronicle-Arsenic waters.
which are guaranteed to cure bad COM
plexions, have demonstrated their ef-
ficiency. Two young women of Rock
ford who used them will have no more
trouble with their complexions
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Visited Democratic Headquarters.

Representative Broussard OF Louisiana,
who has been here several days con-
ferring with officials at Democratic
headquarters, left for home last evening
While here Mr.. Broussard was a. the
Riggs House,
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Less Expensive.

Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph-Amer
leans are trying TO induce the Paris mu-
nicipal council 10 adopt luminous paint
for sidewalks, walls and houses. This
would be an Improvement on the usual
way of painting the town.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
The Real Tug of War.

Rochester Post-Express-The genuine
nghting part of the great war game will
come when the umpires assemble after
the battle to decide whether New York
Is bowling wilderness or the American
navy is at the bottom of the sea.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Plenty on Tap There.

Chicago Record Herald-Arkansas has
gone Democratic. Why doesn't Prof
E. Benjamin Andrews. who thinks de-
mocracy is dying out, go down there
and imbibe little encouragement?
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Nothing Lost But Cash.

Cincinnati Enquirer-lt is hard for
some people TO look upon the sham
battles as anything better than child's
play Still, let US hope that we can get
along without anything bloodier
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Hobson,s Desuetude.

Philadelphia Bulletin-Isn't it about
time for Hobson to climb a tree or
Jump into the water or do something to
get his name in print again?
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Survival of the Fit.

Boston JourDal-It would seem that
ANY old thing" serves Partisan jour
nails as feuilletons. One of them is now
running Bulwer Lyttons Last Days of
Pompeii." and another Dickens "Oliver
Twist
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
DOINGs IN THE WORLD OF SOCIETY
Duke Accompanied by Count Cassn Staff of Rus
BIZ omars, Enjoys the Social Life Newport Guests
of Mr.. and Mrs Clarence Dolan.
Sail for Home.

Mrs Crosby. widow of Rear ADMIRAL
Crosby, U. S. N. and her daughters.
Miss Crosby and Miss Jean Crosby. who
went abroad fer, the summer, Sc lied
yesterday from Boulogne. Upon sheir
arrival they will come at once to their
Connecticut Avenue home.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Live and Learn.

New York Journai-Washingto sets
New York an example. The three pla-
toon system has been introduced in
Washington and is proving success.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Visit Horse Show.

Senator and Mrs Depew have been
spending their time at Newport so
quietly that they did not make their. ap-
pearance at any large gathering until
Wednesday, when they visited the horse
show. Mrs. Depew's gown was of white
organdie. fiowereG with tiny blue bios
sens. The same shade of cornflower
blue lined her large white chip hat,
which was caught at the side with the
plumage of gulls' wings. Around her
neck was a triple strand OF pearls.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
rowS POINTS. POSTAGE PREPAID

EVENING EDITION. one year. So: six
months, S1.5o: thre. months. sJ cents.
Evening ana Sunday, one year, So; six
months. $3.50; three months. A1.25.
Morning, Evening. and Sunils. one
year. $40; six months, 50; three months,
$3.50.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
RATES 4, our or

MORNING EDITION. one year. 80: six
months. $3.50; three months, x1.25.
dorning and sunday. one year, ST. six
months. $3.50. three months. 81. .5.
:. unstay edition only, one year. -; six
months. 81: three months. 80 cents.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
A Coon SereRdde
BY F. H. B.

! wish / wuz hoot-owl
An yo' wuz livin' nigh;
I'd stay wake all night, Lindy,
Ef yo' wuz parsin by.
/ wish ! wuz a sunflowah-
Oh, Lindy, deed / do,
Whenevah yo' wuZ walkin
I'd tu'n nah face to yo'.
Or eff yo' wuz a lily
I'd laik to be de breeze;
I'd whispah to yo' daily,
Laik springtime to de trees.
oh. Lindy, yo's nah daisy,
oh. Lindy, yo's nah pearl;
Yo' is nah sho'-nuff sweetheart,
Nah Alabamah girl.
! is yo'r lonely Efram.
A-plnin' quick away,
Becos yo' won't, nah Lindyi
Jes' name de happy day.
Judge.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
At Atlantic City.

Mr.. and Mrs. Bert L. De Yo, accom-
panied by Miss Cora Donnelly and Mr..
Louis Korn, are at the Raleigh, At
lantic City.
The Washington times., 1902-09-05
Leaves for Newport.

Count Gherardesca, of the Italian en-
bassy, has gone to Newport
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
MEMBERS NIGHT
Enjoyable Song Recital at the
Providence Art Club.

The large gallery OF the Providence Art
club and the sketch room adjoining were
filled to overfowing with a fashinoable
throng last evening and even the stair
way was occupied by those unable to
obtain seats. II was the 10th members
night OF the club and the announcement
that a Versatile Song Recital was to
be given by Mr.. Wilford Russell OF Lon
don, England, was quite sufficient TO
draw together large and enthusiastic
audience.
musical OF this character could scarce be
Imagined for the walls were hung with
Mr.. Bruers paintings. now on exhibition
at the club. and those present had not
only an evening OF song TO enjoy but an
evening Of art as well.
The program was as follows: Verdi,
'Infelice" ("Ernani') De Koven. Mena-
gerie Song; Mascheroni. So Runs My
Dream; Nevin. a, Mighty LAX Rose.
Johnson, b, Owl and de Moon; Franz
Ries, Aus deinen Augen;" Blase. The
Languid Man: Coster Song Our Little
Nipper: Wagner, Evening Star Romanza
C"Tannhauser'D Uncle Josh, a. The Fifth
Avenue Bus, Experiences, b, Tew Nor
row: Nevin. a, Beat upon mine. little
heart" (Tennyson), b, The Rosary; hu-
morous, a, Same Old Story. b. Hooligans
Bal Masque; Couchois. Toreador Love
Song
Mr.. Russell proved hi-,self a singer OF
wide versatility his numbers ranging
from the grave to the gay and In each
instance being sung In a way that de-
lighted his hearers and won. for him, re-
peated encores. -
He possesses a pure baritone voice OF
great range and nexibility and OF wonder
full sweetness OF tone.
In the ''Toreador Love Song his voice
a 4 hAi yer
dered with a spirit and a dash that won
for him an insistent encore and TO which
he responded with that sweet song 'vio-
let's" Nevins beautiful song THE Ro-
sary' was also rendered In a most artis-
tic way and with that rare sympathy,
which the song requires.
In lighter vein. Nevin's Mighty LAX
Rose" was given in way seldom
heard and IN the monologues "Owl and
de Moon.'' THE Languid Man." The
Fifth Avenue Bus" Mr.. Russell was sim
ply irresistible and convulsed his hear
ers with laughter
Aside from Mr.. Russel's talents as a
singer he possesses a most attractive per-
sonality and dignifed bearing. which
makes him a favorite wherever he ap-
pears.
Mrs. Russef, moreover, adds much to
the success OF her husband by her un-
questioned capabilities as an accompsn-
ist-
At the close OF the concert the usual
Bohemian spread was served In the grill
room OF the club. Among those present
were the following: Judge and Mrs.
Charles Mathewson. Mr.. and Mrs. Ste
phen O. Edwards. Col. and Mrs. Fl. An
thony Dyer Mrs. Howard Richmond.
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel NJ Nicholson, Mr..
and Mrs. William Hardness Arnold. Miss
Mather. Mrs. Irving Champlin. Mrs. John
c. Knowles. Mr. and Mrs. j. NJ r. Tay-
lor. Mr.. william n. Greenough, Mr. and
Mrs Irving +. Irons. Miss Lille Mae
Macully, Mr.. and Mrs B r. Vaughan,
Miss Annie Summer, Miss Abagail Cooke,
Mr. George Freeman. Mr. and Mrs. Al
bert Fenner. DR.. and Mrs. Gardiner T.
Swarts. Mrs. Henry r. Barker, Miss
Barker.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

The Brown football squad had plenty
OF hard practice yesterday and the show
ing made by the squad was excellent all
things considered The undergraduates
the work from the grand stand and there
was a good deal of satisfaction expressed
I'm the showing OF the varsity against the
college eleven.
The teams were lined up and for nearly
an hour the men were put through good
stin work. The varsity made three
touchdowns on the college and the college
team could make but little. ~ any, head
way against the varsity line. But OF the
college eleven Hunt. Hun Fleming and
Weikert had played through the Sopho-
more- Freshmen game and were not at
their best.
The varsity was under the direction OF
Captain Barry and new plays and forma-
tions were gone through. Russ and
Schwinn were given the ball for good
and consistent gains and Baker and
Hamilton hit the line hard and did effec-
tive work After the work the men were
given signal practice. much attention be-
ing paid to starting the plays. and differ
ent forma tions were tried out under the
direction OF Captain Barry and Coaches
Gammons Murphy and Hunt
There is no apparent reason TO believe
that the injured men--Sheehan. Lynch
and Hascall-will he I'm shape for the
Dartmouth game unless great improve
ment be made before Saturday However.
the coaches are rounding the men into
shape and II Is believed the team will be
In good form for the game on SATURDAY.
The team Will have Its last practice this
afternoon. There will he a mass meeting
this evening at Manning hall and a num-
ber of the alumni will make addresses TO
the students. Up al Manchester the bet
ting Is In favor of the Brown team. Be
closing TO permit the employees TO see the
first college game ever played In the city
II II expected the attendance will be up
wards OF 1000.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
IN ST. PAUl'S
Miss Gregory Becomes Bride
Of Mr.. ladd at WEXFORD.

st. Paurs church, WEXFORD. was the
scene of a charming wedding, yesterday
afternoon. when Miss Louise Gregory
daughter OF the late Gov William Greg
ory, OF that town, was united in mar
riage no MIR. Albert Lovejoy Ladd, form
erly OF this city. a graduate OF Brown
and now engaged in business as n civil
engineer I'm Minneapolis MINI.
The church was beautifully decorated
for the occasion with palms and chrysan-
themums. entwined with laurel the
whole giving the chancel a most at
tractive and artistic appearance
The ceremony was performed at
O'Clock by the rector OF the church. Rev
r. Il. Cole, the brother OF he bride. Mr..
Albert Gregory giving her away.
Previous TO the ceremony fine musi-
cal program was rendered by Organist
Horton OF the church.
The bride was exceedingly fair to be-
hold in a bridal gown of heavy white
satin with trimmings of rich lace and
a lace bertha. and instead OF the con-
ventional bridal bouquet, she carried n
white prayer book. She was attended
by her brother and also by Miss Anna
Burlington. OF this city. as maid OF bonor
There were also six bridesmaids as fol-
lows: Miss Minnie J.. BartleSt end Miss
Abby Fiske OF this city, Miss Emily
Munroe of Bristol Miss Louise shrelves
OF Auburn and Miss Mary Whitman and
Mollie Pierce. OF WEXFORD.
The gowns or the maid OF honor and
maids were OF white organdie over white
silk. They wore also large black chrf-
fon picture hats with white facing and
each carried big bouquet OF white
chrysanthemums.
The bridal party was met al the altar
by the groom With his best man. Mr.
Charles A. Hull OF Auburn, a college
chum In Brown university
The ushers were Robert X. Lyons New
York; Marcus n Merchant, Warren
Julian r. chase. Pawtucket: Fred A. Ar
mold, Boston: J. Allen Burlington. Provi-
dence Robert r. Emerson. New York
At the close OF the ceremony the bridal
party left the church To the music OF
Midsummer Nigh;s Dream"
A reception Immediately followed at
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
INTER- C.0lASTIC LEAGUE

At Adelaide Park yesterday afternoon
the English and Classical high school
teams met and the result was close and
exciting game. In which the former won
because Classical failed to kick n goal. IL
was the first game OF the season played
In this league In which the losing team
has scored. and 10 games have been
played up to date.
Classical had the better OF the game
unti well into the second half and then
English braced and crossed Ciassicars
.iine with but IL seconds more OF time left.
Church kicked the goal and the game was
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

pulled out OF the nre. Classical had won
one game and English had tied with Hope
and Woonsocket and lost three games, so
on form Classical appeared TO be the bet
ter team. English was without the ser
vices OF Corp. who has been the main
stay OF the team during the season. he
being injured In the East Providence game
last week. IL was Church who kicked the
goal amid an uproar and who really won
the game for his team.
Classical scored first after two minutes
OF play and the ball was punted out for
fair catch and was fumbled. Then
English braced and played better. holding
the Classical team well. and worked the
ball down 10 Classicars 10-yard line. when
time was called. In the second half the
English players gradually worked the ball
TO Classical's 20-yard line, where II was
lost on downs. After gains by Classical
English again got the ball and then END
runs by Reid. Craig and Packard gave
the touchdown. the former carrying the
ball over The lineup:
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
EAUFMAN'S.
MUSIC HALL TOURNEY.

Schultz's team was victorious over
Wallace's team I'm the Music Hall tourna-
which two pins Inquired 10 a remarkable
degree. Schultz's men got the nrst
string by two pins, and the second went
10 Wallaces team by two pins. The third
string was tie and on the roll-on the
teams tied for the second time. on the
second roll-off Schultz's men won by two
OF Iis and a total OF 2Ss wallace got a
single or 100. The summary:
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

"oakIands." the home Of the bride. Here
were gathered the relatives and close
friends OF the bride and groom and aIso
the members Of the Delta Sigma Socie-
ty." OF Brown. OF which the bride r n
member. and the Theta Deitn chi So
clety." OF which the groom is a member
being present IN a body. Mr. and Mrs
l.add left early I'm the evening for a
bridal trip and later they will take up
ther residence In Minneapolis.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
7 0l0

IL remained for the Providence team to
put Clinton out OF the lead I'm the Ameri-
can league. which the team has main
tanned for upwards OF three weeks and
the trick was done last evening at Cin-
ton in the first game of the week away
from home.
The Providence team after Mercer
had gathered In one goal i'm the first min
ute OF play. got together and gave a fine
exhibition OF team work. running up four
straight goals and getting a commanding
lead
In the absence OF Wiley. who has
broken thumb. Bartlett of Clinton played
with the Providence team. and he was q
factor In the defeat OF his club mates.
Devlin played at centre for Providence
and did splendid work. but the rushing
OF Cunningham and Curtis was brilliant,
and their plays together were we'll exe-
cuted.
eastman played for the Clinton team,
though he was III previous to the game.
and he did very good work throughout
the contest. The lack OF team work on
the part OF the home team was In evil
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
BOWLING

At Crompton last evening the visiting
Riverside team won the last two strings
from the Crompton team and OF these
the second string was decided by one pin.
II was simmons single OF 1o4 that won
the match for his team. Simmons was
high man. with singles OF 102 and 104 and
n total Of 29i. Beausoiel made a single
OF 1O6 The summary:
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
No. 3 TEAM.
WALDORF SERIES.

The scores made In the two-men tour
nament at the Waldorf the past week are
as follows: Clney and Hazen. 1877, 1893 and
20l Ruekert and Chrello. 179, l12 and 1888:
E. Bonner and j. Bonner, 1S5, 1853 and l5s;
Chester and Swan, 10. 149 and 10.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
sCIIULTZ's.
ASSOCIATED CLrB LEAGUE.

The Temperance cadets and the Rip
Van Wrinkle teams met last evening in
the tournament OF the Olneyvilie Associ-
ated Club league. and the former team
captured all three strings. % Nell was
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
WORCESTER 6. PORTLAND 5.

WIN tFIN = IFFNtNI'
The Worcester team, playing at home,
went into first place last night by win
ming from the Portland team In a game
that was fast and which required over
time 10 decide. The game was well play
ed and II appeared like certain defeat
for the home team. for Portland at one
time held u lead OF To 2 Worcester
played hard and scored four straight
goals. Wood getting two OF these. The
summary:
WORCESTER PORTLAND.
DAILY, r........................ Roberts
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

--15-minute halves
EAST GREENWICH 81. b & s. o.
At East Greenwich yesterday afternoon
the East Greenwich academy eleven de-
feated the Bryant & Stratton Business
college team by a score OF n to 0. While
the Providence boys played pluckiiy. they
were thoroughly outclassed and were not
In the game for a moment. the team
playing pluckily and well. The home
team had no dificulty In scoring and time
after time the East Greenwich team
showed the ball down the field making
certain. yet sometimes. slow progress
The lineup:
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
NO. 2 TEAM

CRESCENT TOURNAMENT.
At the Crescent alleys tournament last
evening No. 3 team won three straight
strings from No. l team. Roberts was
high man. with a total OF 2s. The sum-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
NlEIID'S.
BIG PINS AT ELMwOOD.

BIG PINS AT ELMwOOD.
In the big pin tournament at the alleys
OF the Elmwood club last evening No. !
team lost two strings TO No. team. Will
cox was high man, with total OF 523 The
scores were close I'm the last two strings
bowled. The summary:
NO. 2 TEAM
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
RIVERSIDE.
HOPE TOURNAMENT.

Wards team lost three strings TO Kauf-
mans team I'm the Hope tournament last
evening, and Kaufman's team broke the
team total record for the league. kauf-
man was high man with total OF 2sl. in-
cludlng a single of LOG. The summary;
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

Touchdowns--Pattee 3. Tarbell. Referee
Abbot, 03 Umpre-Cann, '03 Linesmen
Allen. 'o4: Stevens. 'N Timers-Bland-
ing. '03; Lynch. Time OF haives-2o min
uteS
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
REILLY'S.
ANNEX LEAGUE.

Nield's team won two strings from
Bowers men I'm the Annex league tourna-
ment last evening. the first string being
won by four pins. Taylor was high man
with total OF 25S. The summary;
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20
POTTER AVENUE TOURNEY.

SHOWS team lost ali three strings 20
Reilly's team in the Potter avenue -FOUR
nament last evening the first string being
won by three pins Bowen was high man
with a total OF 263. The summary:
REIIIy'S
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

blocking stood of Burdick until the bell
and the decision was given as a draw.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1902-11-20

OF 10 The single broke the record for
the tournament. The summary:
O. T. CADETS