During the latter part of the season, a club race of one mile took place, when Hughes, Duchesnay, Lamontagne, Colthurst and two others took part, after a close and exciting struggle, it was won by George Colthurst. The winner was very fast, and in many of the races into town, on the return from tramps, generally managed to be among the first.

The prizes for these tramp races did not shew themselves in gorgeous gold and silver cups, or medals, but were simply a "free pass" to the dinner and thought as much of among those genuine Knights of the shoe" as the runners of later days do of the cups and medals that are won very often in a "walk over."

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A second day's Races were advertized for 17th of February, 1845, but on account of bad weather, interfering with travel and non-arrival of Indian competitors, they were postponed till the 20th of the same month.

On the 24th of the same month, a third day's Races were advertized to come off, when the following gentlemen were to officiate as stewards :

Alex. Fisher, H. B. Co'y.

P. W. Dease, H. B. Co'y.

Want of definite information prevents the publication of particulars of these races, but as the

competition lay principally between the Indian runners, their want will not excite much regret.

SEASON 1846.

In 1846, the tramps again held a prominent place, and only one race of any importance took place. After a long tramp about the country one afternoon, the "club" found itself out at the Tannėries near Cote St. Paul, when the "halt" was sounded. On the "start" for home a race ensued, when Colthurst and Harris ran so close for leading honors that both were entitled to "passes" for the dinner.

SEASON 1847.

In 1847 nothing of much interest happened and as in the previous year only one race is remembered, which took place in February, and was across the country from Cote des Neiges, to St. Laurent Church, a distance of about 3 miles. It was a trial of muscle, the numerous fences and ditches to be crossed, taxing the staying powers of the competitors to their fullest extent. There were five entries, N. H. Hughes, Chas. Duchesnay, A. and E. Lamontagne and Chas. Burroughs, after a very sharp contest Hughes managed to reach the church first and this time got the "free pass."

SEASON 1848.

In 1848 no races took place, and in their stead the club tramped out to St. Vincent de Paul once

or twice, and to the other outlying villages, as well as to Duchesnay's farm.

SEASON 1849.

In 1849-Tramps were again the order of the day. One race took place after a tramp to Bougie's corners on the "Back River Road." After supper the "start" for home was made, all joining in the race. George Colthurst again shewed up in front and as usual dined "free" at the Club dinner.

ANNUAL RACES, SEASON 1850.

On Tuesday afternoon, February 5th, 1850, the Annual Races came off on the St. Pierre Race Course. In spite of the very severe cold a great number drove out to witness the sports. The Ladies also patronized them largely and so much was their presence appreciated, that the competitors strained their muscles to the utmost, if not all to be victorious, at least to merit their approbation. The track was in good order, though a little heavy on the home stretch.

For the first Race, three miles, eight competitors appeared, Thomas went off with the lead, and maintained it for the first mile in 8 m. 5 sec. On the second mile Lazarre took up the running and soon went past Thomas, he passed the Judge's stand in 7 m. 52 sec. closely followed by Twennitasen and Thomas. On the third mile the pace became tremendous and Lazarre had soon to give place to Twennitasen, who ran in a winner in 6 m. 57 sec. time for three miles, 22 m. 54 sec.

The second Race was for a silver medal, compe

ted for by five squaws. The novelty of the Race created much sport, and the winner, the prettiest of course, could have had her choice in the crowd of a husband.

The third Race, quarter of a mile, for a silver cup was contested by seven competitors, four Indians and three whites. This was the race of the day. Baptiste the Indian Chief, took the lead and maintained it for 200 yards closely followed by Lamontagne the Race seemed to be between the two, until Mr. F. Brown made a sudden rush,. passed them both and ran in winner in 1 m. 32 sec. Lamontagne second, Baptiste third.

The open mile was for a purse of $12, to first man, and $2 to second. Seven competed and Lazarre who "made" the pace from the start won in 6 m. 10 sec.

SEASON 1850-1851.

During this season the club was formally re-organ ized, and at a meeting of the members, held at Dolly's, on Wednesday evening, Dec., 11th, 1850, the following officers were elected for the year :COL. ERMATINGER,-President.

GEORGE COLTHURST--Vice-President.

ALEXANDER HART,-Sec-Treasurer.

It was agreed to meet during the winter for exercise, on Sherbrooke Street, opposite McGill College, on Tuesday and Saturday afternoons, at half-past two; and in the course of the season to offer prizes for different feats on snow shoes, such as walking, running, leaping, &c., &c.

"The annual snow shoe races so deservedly popular with our community, came off on Tuesday last, and were honored with a large and more respectable audience, particularly of ladies, than we have seen on the St. Pierre course for years past, who by their countenance have confirmed the opi nion of those who have endeavoured to introduce and promote these manly sports, that these meetings only require to be put on a proper footing to be well supported. We give below the names of the competitors for the various races and also the time which by those who understand the "pace" on shoes, will be appreciated.

For the 6 mile Race, open to all, 1st prize, $30, second prize, $5. 8 competitors came to the post, 6 Indians from Caughnawaga and 2 members of the club.

Much excitement prevailed and some hopes "were entertained" that the Indians might be beaten, but after the first mile both the amateurs gave up,and the interest from that moment was much diminished until three Indians of renown singled themselves out and ran close on one another the last three miles. Coming in to the last quarter or home-run, the competitors strained every muscle and until they came to the winning stand, no one could name the winner. "Ignace" however, from his superior speed managed to land himself about