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alleged foul. After giving their decision one of the stew- 

 ards approached Mr. Hendrie and expressed regret that 

 they felt forced, under the circumstances, to set back the 

 horse of so genuine a sportsman. His reply was worthy 

 of himself. Bowing to the steward in question, he calmly 

 replied: ''The money lost is of no consideration what- 

 ever. I am thoroughly satisfied, because my colt has 

 proved himself the best." 



His personal appearance was worthy his splendid 

 qualities. Standing over six feet, straight as an arrow, 

 even up to his later years ; his broad shoulders crowned 

 by a head of magnificent proportions ; a handsome face, 

 full of character and one that responded with a sunny 

 smile to any remark that pleased his fancy; clean of 

 speech, and one of the pleasantest of companions. A 

 man of great wealth, every dollar of which was gained 

 by the force of his own genius, illustrated by indomitable 

 energy and unswerving integrity; a self-made man in 

 every sense of the word, but, thank God, not one of those 

 who are always worshipping his maker — namely, himself. 



To those who have visited ''Holmstead" it is scarcely 

 necessary to speak of that princely hospitality which 

 spread his fame as host far and wide. No lord of the 

 manor, castle, or baronial hall ever welcomed his guests 

 with a greater charm of manner and becoming dignity 

 than the deceased sportsman. His words of welcome be- 

 tokened the warmth of his feelings and his departing 

 guests, as they felt the firm grasp of his hand, knew their 

 host would be delighted to see them again. 



The name of William Hendrie is now but a recollection 

 but for long years to come it will remain green in the 

 memory of those who had the honor of his acquaintance, 

 and no matter how brilliant the future development of 

 the Canadian turf may be, it will never count amongst 

 its rulers or supporters a grander character than that of 

 William Hendrie, the late President of the Ontario Jockey 

 Club. A man of the loftiest character, of generous im- 

 pulses, he was one of nature's truest noblemen. 



