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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1936
Page
19
A crowded field of notable sprinters is entered for the Carrington Stakes, with Taft’s big event anticipated Monday. The card hints at a Lunchtime contest and potential double by King’s Head, while various runners and handlers are listed across a dense, rumor-filled entry.
A garbled report highlights sprinters and stayers in track practice with hints of upcoming trials and possible selections. Names and places are partially legible, indicating trials for a summer meeting and key athletes from several clubs, including local sprint squads and distance runners.
The report covers racing events with multiple horses and jockeys in Australia, noting heat results and key figures. Names such as Regie C. Ss appear amidst fragmented text, with references to venues, times, and placements.
King's Head triumphs in the Villiers Stakes with Prived horses close behind as Mananui, the favorite, falters from the rear then surges to the heels of the leading group. Sal Volatile shows strength but is not a first class winner, while Na Kona and others struggle in shifting form. The race confirms Sai Volatile’s limits and notes nods to past performances and minor placings.
A summary of a horse racing event listing a £1500 prize for the best two year old, with extensive race details, including entrants and performances. The text mentions horses, trainers, and multiple racing statuses, reflecting a historic, dense competition write-up.
A fragmentary report notes changes in local affairs with unclear names and places.Officials discuss measures in a terse, cautious tone amid disrupted records and unclear dates. The piece characterizes a community struggle and possible administrative action.
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