League Meeting—a Failure.

At a very poorly attended meeting last week, supporters gathered to discuss the question of the formation of a University Rugby League Club. Mr. M. Mason, in the chair, explained his position as chairman, stating that his presence there was one of purely convenience, and that if another chairman could be found, he would willingly vacate in favour of the latter. A motion of no-confidence in the chair was moved and lost.

Mr. W. T. Holland, vice-president of New Zealand Rugby League, spoke at great length, propounding the main principles of the game, and the difficulties with which League is faced. His explanation of the "League Bogey" Professionalism were convincing, and evoked little comment from the audience.

It was moved by Sheehan, seconded by Sanford, "That a Victoria Football Club be formed." The motion was carried without a dissentient voice. The chairman pointed out that the club could not apply for affiliation to the Students' Association until it had twenty playing members. A motion, "That a provisional committee be formed to further the activities of the club," was carried unanimously.

Summing up, an air of apathy pervaded throughout the meeting, and the much advertised opposition from the Rugby Union Club failed to materialise.