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Newspaper
Bridgetown Advocate
Location
Bridgetown, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1939
Page
4
A Saturday meeting at Helena Vale features horses that will have their final outing before the Easter Carnival. The program promises key events and a focus on the main Easter event.
The Beverley race meeting drew crowds from miles around with amplified in race commentary, a Taie transport plan, and the 10th Light Horse unit on site. Attendees capped the day with a gala Race Ball, marking one of the most entertaining country meetings in the state.
Burmuce again placed but finished behind Eventide as the two led the race. Lady Kenmare delivered a standout performance by beating Hot Spur and cutting three seconds off her handicap time. Hot Spur, despite a 12 yard handicap, could not catch her, while Lady Patsy paid 6/9 for 5/ on the place and impressed before finishing well.
A detailed racing card for Gloucester Park outlines trotting fixtures. The program highlights familiar competitors such as Burmuce Eventide Decorite and Valacare while noting challengers like Ivy Whips Lulu Knight Black Betel and Lady Kenmare in the Kannnoppin Handicap and Queen's Park Handicap. The main event features a strong gelding field with Wrecker favored to win over Moreica, with Kojlo Kolech and Huon Globe among potential place-getters. The Training Handicap closes the meeting with a keen race, listing Hot Spur Visuyms and Magieta among notable runners.
Historic Easter Handicap main event features top entries at Helena Vale with rivals from Wynbring to September and a field including Koolama Real Agrion's Song and Astleyue Weller. Contenders like Nedite Botanic Traywood and Jay present challenges as connections eye early performances at the Norham Club meeting and Lions Wood Meeting style renewals.
The feature meeting names Kellerberrin Mandica and Merredin Handicaps with top bettors noting Maud Pointer and Serene Derby Queen as strong contenders. Wagers center on Dragonet, Dragonet and Isle of Wight fields, while trainers highlight Glenn and Creasing for the day’s best bets amid variable track conditions.
Local notice announces the Hotel Imperial on Welington Street in Perth hosting Mr and Mrs R Barnhart with the arrival of Tal Birt Coder and personal arrangements for their stay near Springy'.
In a tight finish at the course, Spear Chief edged Ajax by a length after Allanpa appeared poised to win. Spear Chief led early and held off Ajax as the crowd watched the decisive straight run.
In a chaotic four mile plus Grand National event at Attire Liverpool, Workman ridden by Cottagr Cunetta triumphed amid 47 starters as 15 fell. Macmaffat and La Chacra placed second and third with 13 lengths separating them.
Australia’s Decta Norma shines at the New Zealand championship in Auckland with a record win amid a string of bouts. Boxall faces tough loss to Clarke with a late rally while Bowles and Piper claim solid prelims. Tennis and other boxing rounds fill the program as Britain’s title bout headlines the card.
Bromwich and McGrath to play in the Easter lawn tennis tournament at Ken's Park. The event features an appearance by Jane Monee and other players, with a mix of national and local competitors.
Bromwich and McGrath are set to compete at the Easter Lawn Tennis event to be held at King's Park from April 7 to 11. The article notes the players will participate in the competition and are among the featured entrants.
The item notes Needful iter expected to perform well in the Breeders' Handicap and Easter races. Pantaga showed early dash in the mile and a quarter Club Handicap, with potential in a longer race. The set, especially in the Taster Cup, is advised to be watched as he could improve with extra distance.
A historic note on treasure hunts and a No 77 Charities Consultation offering a chance to win up to £6,000. Tickets priced at 2 shillings are on sale widely with the draw closing once fully subscribed. The story frames treasure seeking as a lively but cautious pursuit.
Mr and Mrs Barnhart invite country clients to stay at the Imperial Hotel. Spacious lounge and dining area offered with spotless rooms, hot and cold water, and private baths. Call to visit at the Imperial on Wellington Street opposite the Rathbone site.
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