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ences of the war. U])on the (k'ath of liis fatlier he commenced a l)rokerage business 

 for himself, but eventually abandoned it and spent a year in the Canadian West. 



His love for riding was acquired very early in life, and it increases as he grows 

 older. When he was about nine years of age he won his first race. This was at 

 Hamilton Exhibition, and his mount was the Ilendrie pony Magic. He rode his 

 first jumping race in 1893, and since then has fairly demonstrated that he has but few 

 eciuals in Canada, haviu"' skilfullv handled verv manv winners. His riding is so well 

 thought of generally that whenever Murray Hendrie accepts the mount the horse 

 becomes the favorite in public opinion, and will win if riding can hcl]) at all. The 

 first horses he owned were IVmi Below /eio and 'Ihe Kiltie. For some time he 

 was in partnership with Burton Holland, their stables including Leading Lady, Jim 

 Lvles and Sweden. Mr. Hendrie is of a jovial disposition, with an eye ever to the 

 l)right side of things. He is popular in social circles, and takes an active interest in 

 all outdoor sports. 



