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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1922
Page
3
A sparse ad notes Jack's Prep lifts grease and removes marks from furniture doors cupboards and railway carriage surfaces without damaging varnish or polished finishes. It claims to freshen waxed lines and clean stoves engines and metal items in one quick application. LOCALLY FROM (DB).
Notice states the speaker has taken over various machinery agencies at Forbes from Mr. W. B. Ferguson after four years of service. The speaker cites years of farming experience to meet farmers needs and asks for continued support.
Forbes J C Rages reports a damp but pleasant autumn race meet at Forbes Jockey Club with cool conditions after rain. Notable events include Novice Handicap won by Tobias by a neck, Autumn Handicap won by Mosleen by a neck, Flying Welter Handicap claimed by Mortdale by two to three lengths, and Farewell Handicap taken by Connie Kerman ahead of Diamond Rock.
Attendance near 400 as opening events thrill with two head separations. Sir Roger wins the Opening Handicap at 6 furlongs, Diamon d Rock runner up. Manna Lass takes Maiden Handicap by two lengths. Join Clare defeats Meltour by a half length in the 7 furlongs. Hedalo edges Lady Mynetta and Tobias in a tight finish for the longer mile.
Attendance held steady as racing showcased sharp finishes and genuine competition. Kind Heart led early and fended off John Clare to win the President's Handicap over 6 furlongs, with Dream Light and Jack Rodgers close behind. time 1.16 2-5.
Seven horses started in Forbes J C Handicap marking a meeting record. Mount Nelson, full brother to Derby winner Mountain Knight, proved a challenging barrier horse though privately shown good trial times. Bell's Ale failed to win as expected. Hedalo edged him near the post. Mr J H Bates praised for excellent starting. Billy Gardner official starter on the mend. Mortdale set a track record in Walter Handicap while Diamond Rock and Mortdale impressed in four furlongs. Flying Welter tote totaled 14 tickets with winner paid 10. Worthy Boy, once tied to a sale price chain, appears a useful horse with recent wins at Parkes.
Kylemore finished second but sparked an inquiry into its run during the Maiden Handicap. The inquiry, started the first day and adjourned to day two, led to disqualification for 12 months for the horse owner J Ryan jockey Sayers and Kylemore under AJ rules 171a. An appeal to AWJ.C. was lodged immediately.
Cyclonic disturbances over the state caused a general rain in the early part of the week with a practical half inch fall reported in many areas. As the system moves on, authorities anticipate further downpours while noting the cleared conditions after the burst. Registrations for the 24 hours ending Wednesday are listed.
Windstorm disrupts telephone lines hindering district falls access near Forbes during AMIL Shorts Handicap day. Crowd pressured judge Mr G Laidlaw as horses returned, with chatter of Mortdale or Grab while observers doubted a decision.
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