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also a director on the board of a large number of other 

 important corporations. He is one of the most progres- 

 sive members of the Senate in Canada, Chairman of its 

 Banking and Commerce Committee, and the Hamilton 

 Club are to be congratulated on securing him for their 

 President. 



Its Secretary, Mr. A. E. Loudon, for many years en- 

 joyed the reputation of being one of the best gentlemen 

 riders in this country, his forte being steeplechasing, and 

 between the flags he was a first-class performer, possess- 

 ing good judgment and plenty of nerve. As a Secretary 

 he is popular both with his Club and the general public 

 and is to be congratulated on the great success that has 

 been achieved by the Association since he was installed 

 in office. 



