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MONASTEREVAN NEWS.
Motor cars are the order of the day at Monasterevan. Scarcely
a day passes but half a dozen of the now popular vehicles and number-less
motor bicycles rush through the town or put up at the renovated hotel
here, newly styled “The Motors’ Rest.” Stands from
which to view the contest are being mentioned all along the line, and
one at least is fast approaching completion at the top of Ballintogher
height, commanding a capital view as far as Dunne’s hill. The prices
asked are 5s. and 10s., the latter for reserved seats. Several small
stands for private parties are being planned at several points, all more
or less favourably placed. The rise and fall of ground all round here
is favourable to a good view, and the easy access to the railway stations
at Monasterevan and Portarlington render this side of the course a most
desirable one to those who are not determined to see the finish at all
costs. Quite a number of visitors from the South have arranged to put
up at Monasterevan, and the question of sleeping as well as stand accommodation
is becoming urgent. The Ballintogher Cricket Club deserve much praise
for their effort in the latter direction. A map showing drawings of their
stand appears in the General Stores window, and attracts considerable
attention.