PETERSFIELD.
CRICKET CLUB.—PRESENTATION OF A TESTIMONIAL. —Upon the late removal of Mr. M. V. Strange from this town to Petworth, it was determined by his fellow cricketers to mark their sense of esteem and regard for the efficient services rendered by him,—not only in the first establishment of the club, but in carrying out the duties of secretary as well as player,—to invite him to a ‟Cricketer’s supper,” and present him with a suitable testimonial as a farewell token of friendship. Consequently, on Monday evening last, in accordance with previous arrangements, the “knights of the willow,” mustered at the Dolphin Hotel, and sat down to a well catered spread. Mr. Dollery presided, and Mr. J. Underdown occupied the vice-chair. Upon the removal of the cloth, the usual loyal toasts were given, responded to in a manner worthy of the disciples of the noble English game. The Chairman then gave the toast of the evening, viz., “the health of Mr. Strange,” and after expressing the feelings of himself and brother batsmen upon the services rendered by their late Secretary, alluded in appropriate terms to the sorrow they felt upon separation, and concluded by wishing him every success in life. The testimonial consisted of a first rate but, leg guards, and gloves. Mr. Strange suitably and feelingly expressed himself upon the friendship he had experienced since his residence in the town, and the sorrow he felt upon parting, and said that he still had the pleasing hope in store of often meeting them again, from the facilities about to be offered, upon the opening of the Petersfield and Midhurst railway. Toast and song went merrily round, and a very pleasant evening was spent.