Sentence examples for raffles of from inspiring English sources

"Auctions and raffles of W.H.C.A. dinner tickets designed to raise money for other organizations or for commercial purposes are against the policy of the W.H.C.A".

Its modern history began with the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles of the British East India Company, who, in searching for a trading site, landed there on January 29 , 1819

The luxurious setting and good food are a large part of the party's appeal, as are raffles of CD players andtelevisions, said Anthony Maraglino, 26, who works in the finance department.

Big powwows include raffles of Indian blankets and jewelry, prize money for dance contest winners, and a contingent of booths selling crafts, tribal T-shirts and "Free Leonard Peltier" pins and bumper stickers.

The mall-walking kickoff two weeks ago was pronounced a big success by the government-controlled press, with some 1,000 people showing up to take part — encouraged by handouts of pedometers (free to anyone who registers for Step Into Health), and free raffles of iPhones, laptops and other Qatari-size baubles.

Labrador's strategic value was recognised by the British as early as 1843 when plans were made to set up defences to protect Singapore, an important trading post founded by Sir Stamford Raffles of the British East India Company in 1819.

There was the raffle of two dozen Cadillacs.

Sergeant Smith's sister, Lisa DeVane, organized a raffle of his Harley.

Each fall Mr. Bradley holds a big party at his farm here, always with a raffle of some kind.

The day also promises a raffle of a signed vintage-style ball, house tours and free popcorn.

The evening for 600 guests, called the Tiffany Ball, featured a raffle of Tiffany's trademark blue boxes, contents unknown.