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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1924
Page
10
A jumbled report, likely from Randwick, notes decreased attendance and lower totalisator turnover. It mentions five winners priced 12 to 25 to 1, with observers discussing dividends and favorites, alongside race details and horses like Monoe and Lovebox. The piece references stablemates, trials, and wind affecting results.
Report from Randwick previews the Summer Cup with Royal Roue and several contenders. Betting notes and past form highlight Magician style rivals, including Britain, Mirthmaker, and Prince Wenrah, as trainers seek a strong showing on a challenging track. The piece emphasizes field depth, potential handicaps, and jockey decisions shaping the race day.
A legal narrative describes an English court proceeding concerning permission and guardianship with mentions of Reig fra and peers. The text alludes to an appeal, eligibility based on age, and potential costs or fees tied to the case.
A heated session in the Victoria Assembly centered on the Betting Tax Bill. Proponents argued it would curb unregulated wagering, while critics warned it would hit bookmakers and bettors, with estimates of revenue impacts and potential shifts in turnover.
In England the three year old filly Strattiaen is highlighted as leading the season, with six races yielding 21164 pounds or more and major profits from forfeits and sweepstakes. Trainer E de Mestre watches two year old PienzDoy as a strong contender among young horses, while Suniey Bue and others claim notable placings in price competitions and races across the circuit.
Fragmented OCR yields a cluttered report on betting, names, and outcomes. Mentions Mirthmaker Stil and Stil Favorita with uncertain results. References to Holiday Heudiap and Jant alongside other dubious terms and participants.
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