Victoria College v. Otago 'Varsity.

Our second encounter with Otago 'Varsity took place on the Carisbrook Ground, Dunedin, on December 26th and 27th, under ideal weather conditions, and proved to be one of the most enjoyable games of the season. Dempsey lost the toss to Tweedy, who sent Otago in to bat on an excellent wicket. Their score had reached 168 when the last wicket fell, Tweedy making 59, and Uttley 22. Dempsey (three for 42), Martin (three for 46), and Duncan (two for 34) obtained most of the wickets.

Our first wicket fell at 16, but Broad and Howe took the score to 48 before the former was dismissed. Good stands were made by the fourth wicket (F. Joplin and Caddick), and the fifth wicket (F. Joplin and McCaw), our innings closing for 253. F. Joplin batted splendidly, treating all bowling alike His score of 117 included 19 fours. The other double figure scorers were Howe (34), Caddick (28), McCaw (24), Broad (14), Dempsey (10).

In their second innings, Otago, batting much more vigorously, made 263 for seven wickets, Tweedy (84) and Bannerman (52 not out) being chief scorers. Our second innings realised 99 for two wickets. F. Joplin again batted well, scoring 52 not out; Broad made 31 not out. The game was thus drawn.

Our thanks are due to the Otago men for their very hospitable treatment of our team. We carried with us from Dunedin many pleasant memories. The trip was good, but, as Fred. Martin (H.B.P.) would say, "Dunedin is always good, especially—,"