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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1919
Page
1
A detailed Rosehill meeting unfolds with Empress Daly and rivals flashing speed in a tense sprint. Horses such as Sandhee Garraldi and The Bounce feature in a gripping midcard, as handlers eye late-season gains and potential stakes targets amid measured conditions.
The article reports at the upcoming general meeting Shake Australian Tuckey Clan discusses Empertuicin seats on the committee. Engineers of the movement argue for improvement and for dormant members to yield to more active participants while some fear changes may hinge on ambition and loyalty to the present AJL committee.
A long OCR segment reviews yearling and two year old thoroughbred sales in Australia and New Zealand. It notes some horses failing to meet reserve prices while others sold for modest sums, highlighting major breeders and notable prices and earnings in staking and future contingencies. It mentions horses like Desert Gold and Poitrine and discusses buyers in England and Australia, with emphasis on capital sums and career winnings.
Confusion over the true identity of the Kroo Boy racing in Perth is resolved after papers from England confirm the London Sportsman error. The dam of the Gold Coast Queen was misdescribed, and Arthur's Love is established as the correct mate bred by Tre song. The issue now centers on the two Kroo Boy lines and their origins.
A report from the Turf notes Sunstar, The Tetrarch, Polymelus, Bayardo, and Buckwheat as leading English sires with earnings and progeny success. It details stakes totals, year results, and lists notable offspring with winners and races. The Tetrarch is highlighted for a strong first season with Seton the Great, Tentseaden, and other promising progeny anticipated for continued influence.
Varico posted a slim win by a length at Auckland with Marble Arch and Arch Went close behind. Pest dominated early but Varico surged from home to claim the mile event as Moulin Rouge faded, while Gran Wister and Vance also challenged in the straight amid a tight finish.
New South Wales and Victoria clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday with both sides aiming to secure a decisive win. Victorians have shown form while New South Wales seeks a strong showing to lift morale ahead of future fixtures.
Monday selectors named a squad including M A Noble, W Bardsley, J Andrews, Mendrey, A L Kippax, Brule, J D Sends, A Maley with Norman Ratcliffe and W S Prentice as captain and 12th man. J Bugle’s inclusion noted as significant while development at university side continues.
The report surveys the Australian cricket scene with emphasis on a New South Wales versus Victoria clash. It cites players, captains, umpires Ty James and Waterotate, and analysis of form and potential outcomes, noting historical trends and a future series impact.
An article discusses the formation of a national body the Army Sport Control Board to regulate and promote sport among youths and the broader military and civilian communities. It argues for standardized discipline and organized competitions guiding postwar national athletic development and the role of government in youth sport initiatives.
Dare Nellie Melba en route to Eusone via Vancouver. Notables Earl Frassey Captain William Ay Gress and W. Stanley Meloy cited for service, cricket, and rowing. Obituary notes for Russell Bennett, linked to Sydney Rowing Club, with Red Cross service and WWI honors. reflections on swimming, sports, and broader civic ideals.
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