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Controversy Over Open Betting at Victorian Races
A lengthy Melbourne racing column examines illegal betting, public morals, and proposed reforms at Caulfield amid Spring Carnival buildup. It notes bookmakers facing licensing hurdles, rider changes, and the impact of big bets on ticket tearing behavior. It also reports on Caulfield Cup prospects and a crowded race-day scene with diverse viewpoints from owners, bettors, and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hank Paeben
Betsy Cen
Athens
Haiti
Ravexoere
Terlup
Shillaheer
Melbourne
Randwick
Sydneyside
Hkurythaile
Welkin Marvel
Nervie
Uexo
Iuillat
Pwil
Tong Ma
Awe. Browne
Caulfield
North- Western District Racing Association
G. A. Davis
Punshon
St. Arnaud
Associa
V.rc
Kondross
RLC
Fleington
Rupert Greene
Sydney
AL Sanehine
O'Sullivan
Gid
Sidon Gracttus
All Sunshine
Textile
Stare
Graculus
Whilat
May
Sunshine
Suomi
Ineliating Accurak