08 Nov 1924
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Newspaper
Sunshine Advocate
Location
Sunshine, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 08, 1924
Page
1
In spring the equine pick becomes a local spectacle. The author argues racing is vapid and unprofitable yet growing under legislation. It notes a monopoly for racecourses and hotels, costs running around a million annually for punters, bookmakers, and horses, and contends waste can be a safety valve in civilisation.
A critical essay argues that horse racing drains capital yet offers little profit to the average punter. It notes the habit of betting, the six profit system of bookies, and the allure of racecourses. The piece urges racing clubs to be publicly controlled and to fund charitable causes.
Mounted Constable Addison, recently stationed in Sunshine for a short term, has received notice of transfer to Frankton. The move is convenient for Addison and he is expected to remain in law enforcement as a popular officer wherever he serves.
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