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Rh his subordinates deserve the place of honour in the history of Automobilism in this country up to the present time, and they will be wonderful contestants that succeed in wresting it from them in the future.

And now, as a last word, let me say what believe will be said by all who have enjoyed this new sport: that we value it for two reasons. The one is that it will open up to the community many advantages both social and commercial. The other I feel very strongly. It is that it extends in a delightful manner the range of one's personal friendships, and promotes pleasant social intercourse of both sexes, in healthy enjoyment of fresh air and cheerful surroundings. May we continue to be a friendly guild. Pioneers must always keep close together. Union overcomes difficulty, and our motto should be