07 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1918
Page
1
Across a tough Moorefield program the feature saw Fortrait win again and Mooresi set a club record. Crowds attended despite rain as owners and drivers celebrated strong showings, with several horses delivering near misses in a crowded program.
A fragmented look at racing events from the past week featuring Amadis in Flying Handicaps at Maures Field, Shadowlagdnd Hellane in the St Claie Trial, and Newcattle meetings. Mentions of Epson terms, Moopeheld, and Randwick races hint at form, distances, and rivalries with notable figures and stables discussed in a rolling recap.
Fastolf a winner at Randwick, sold as a yearling for 723ex, ran in the Australian Hurdle at Caulfield, placed in the WRC Grand National Hurdles, and later defeated by Hayston. Built by P. Reynolds in NSW, trained under Victorian ownership, Fastolf shows a improving jumping record with prospects for further success despite a long winless run prior to this victory.
During the 1917-18 season prize money distributed at registered meetings totals £127,167 10s in Sydney. The Australian Jockey Club accounts show £66,420 added money for four days, with other clubs also contributing substantial sums across Melbourne and regional tracks. Proportions reflect wartime adjustments and industry-wide support. Sydney figures include Rosehill and Canterbury Park, while Melbourne totals cover Moonee Valley and Flemington districts.
The article notes high demand for Linacre subscriptions during the Gaming season as a result of recent success in Rit prom Yeny. It highlights Linacre’s Sydney season of 1910-27 with five winners, compares rival The Wellin, and lists principal winners and breeding prospects, including Linacre’s 1910-27 progeny and stud value in Australia.
The Melbourne era report debates top owner credit for 1919-18 racing totals. It compares Greenwood and Baron earnings from Biplane and other horses, noting discrepancies between Melbourne papers and Sydney figures. Baron leads in some tallies, but possible typographical errors may blur precision.
A Sydney University cricket eleven photo and profile piece highlights players serving in the war. Major Massie and Captain Greig lead a line of NSW and University cricketers, with O’Connor style punch, bravely juggling sport and service.
Racing sketch covers Moorfield and Australian hurdles with horses like Din and Balarang, mentions Canterbury fare, Rosehill and Metropolitan prizes, and notes Victorian meetings near Melbourne. It references trainers, owners, and notable figures such as Captain Fisher and Major George Wilcox, with reflections on breeding, auctions, and prize money across NSW and Victoria.
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