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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 03, 1918
Page
11
A fragmentary horse racing summary from Sydney races describes Cup contenders, betting odds, and notable performances. It references Rebus, Bruntom, and Malater connections, plus brisk notes on imports, show results, and upcoming meetings at Randwick and Rosehill with terse observations on trainer and jockey movements.
A garbled report details a Randwich track day with milers and furlongs. Horses such as Desert Gold Admiral Mausty and Montauk are mentioned with various times and distances on the middle grass track. Numerous names and performances appear briefly, including Maid of Seville, Promised Land, Avenue, and The Destroyer, with lines about gallops and speeds across seven furlongs and a mile.
A historic Gosford crash narrative notes officials, doctors, and ambulance personnel responding after the incident. The report highlights a careful examination at the scene and subsequent medical attention, naming the involved club and key responders.
A reader asks about Joye boy's whereabouts and whether Se went bey. The note mentions annual abaction and Times posting yearly, with reference to sports and the week of letters, reign, and Mirror.
The article discusses Adelaide Cup weights and contenders from Goodwood to Randwick with jockeys, horses, trainers, and odds. Key names include Green Gam, Shadowlard, Calbert, Star Comedian, Blue Bolt, Morphett, and Lord Binnia, with Western Australia hopes and Victoria Park racing context.
A horse named Lanias, bred from Mus keC ant Galopin lines, is slated for auction on Wednesday April 10 with racing potential noted. Jockey Club experts describe his pedigree as strong, including relations to Perpier mon Florivell II and Diamond, and discuss value as breeding stock and racing prospect amid colonial sales.
A fragmentary item notes Teitay morning editions in a diminutive apumins paper, naming eames and Wrelines as writers of niter males with varying interest. Mentions a prize penworth of Bright and latest whelec Hopes for Sutucaméyeveise by Mererweiters.
Analysis of pony courses shows the 1 2 machine system yielding larger crowds and bigger investments than the mid tier system. Data from Ascot and Randwick indicate higher dividends, with detailed figures on bets, attendance, and trainer success across eleven racing days and key events.
The meet showcases a mix of winners and near-misses across multiple events. Notable names include 1S with 1a wins, du Donnetiny, and Portes. Morning McCoy and J. Kilian post strong showings while several listed athletes remain unnamed in top finishes. The record hints at a complex results slate with several teams and participants like We Ysorktate and Victoria Dar mentioned among the standings.
A garbled report summarizes horse racing events and betting activity from a recent meeting. Names such as Rosebery, Matty, Duke of Wages, and Sir Avpy appear among numerous riders and horses. The piece references auctions, straw bets, and upcoming race dates, with notes on favorites and expected performances amid a busy racing calendar.
A fragmentary note describes the Mirror weekly edition with features on Jesus imagery, photographs, and circulation. It mentions Sunday Penny papers, weekly news coverage, and the aim to present national articles across the week, with emphasis on accessible content and up to the moment reporting.
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