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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1950
Page
6
A turbulent account of Rosehill and Sydney racing proceedings with mentions of the Hawkesbury Grand Handicap at Clarendon, Windsor Handicap at Randwick, and Royal Multion. The report references multiple horses, trainers, and race results across Randwick, Warwick Farm, and surrounding venues.
A report from Hamilton Street describes a dog named Kim Hoy who escaped from its attendant during a trial on a Thursday. The dog trotted along the street toward Broadmeadows, avoiding traffic, as onlookers watched the loose animal.
Tom Powell acting for Ja wyndicate offered trainer Tom Maguire £5000 for Dave Sands contract. Maguire welcomed the chance but said the decision rests with Sands. Powell cited meetings in San Francisco with Bill Newman and Leo Kelly and noted other offers but insisted Sands would have final say. Maguire expressed enthusiasm but planned to inform Sands promptly.
Dawedon ready for the contest with Wilan, claiming better form than any prior fight in Australia. Daw son Wenrn reports no workout tomorrow, and manager Harry Fue dolph explains improved conditioning. Willan plans two more rounds, while trainer Em McQuillan says Jack Hansen will meet Baby Ort a fortnight after Brown.
Melbourne reports heavy backing for Comic Court and the imported Blue Mickey in the Caulfield Melbourne Cup double. The commissioner wanted Li Jgo at the price but banks were not keen to back the stake. An attempt by Jack Comi¢ Court for the Caulfield Cup fell short of backing.
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