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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1924
Page
12
A fragmented report describes Moonee Valley racing with Tarana and Kaiwarra, noting Dalcross winning at 11 years and various races including hurdles. The text mentions horses such as Vivendi, Kabestey, and Valeld, with implied outcomes and performances but remains unclear on full results.
Race selections list the day’s events at Aspendale Park including hurdles and maidens. Included are entries like Namira Maiden Plate and Man dicap events with horses such as Smoke Bony and GunSorg.
The club presents selections for Saturdays EPSOM meeting including two year old handicap with Beirincomens likely, URA CARLOS and THREDASTA in the feature. Other picks include PURSE ERD-TERL or GUN SONG in the middle handicap and EXCOURAGE MILE S ATOUCH or COVES in the mile sprint. Jumpers include PLAT POLIMA and JACICASS with additional options noted.
The article outlines the Newmarket Handicap rules with weight penalties and conditions for an elite field. It mentions participating horses including several names, race length, and how penalties apply under various circumstances, noting adjustments for the Australian Cup context and the management by race officials.
Penknife wins the Woodend Cup in a tight finish over a field that included Bastion Riden and Basigatee Moslad. The race featured a long list of contenders with detailed commentary on pace and late challenges. Jockeys and trainers were noted, with Penknife holding off challenges near the line to claim victory amid a crowded program.
The article outlines weightings and entries for major turf events at Newmarket, detailing Asian owners and jockeys, notable contenders such as Kinglot and Ethyp, and the progression toward the anticipated meeting. It notes the provisional weights, anticipated pace, and upcoming nominations and preparations for the racing week.
A report of horse racing action including A Wilson's hat trick and dominant rides. Details mention winners, odds, and performances at the Adelaide meeting with references to horses, jockeys, and track conditions. The piece notes notable paddock discussions and results across multiple races and events.
A range of candidates are listed for the Dig Race with names such as Tsomanion Semunet Reding Cae Salva and Mawoeay among likely contenders. The article notes several trainees and emphasizes after the PASCs selection process, with Beapes and Seigaving among the highlighted riders. It mentions Laureneath Eur DRT Binbh Tigal Marion and others traveling to Launceston for a local carnival setting the scene for upcoming events.
A disjointedOCR report describes a protest meeting at Northall Park over disputed timing for events, with references to betting, delays, and officials. It mentions extensions, delays, and a call for a deputation amid protest activity and subsequent discussions about schedules and related actions.
Reporting from a crowded track at Deniarea circuit the day’s racing featured Connell’s two victories amid a field of favorites and strong challengers. Key performers included Charla, Sweetman, and Beveline in a series of races with notable results on the long afternoon card.
The meeting featured strong showings as Desert Gold's brother and other contenders impressed. Glorious results highlighted by Medley and Welkinson stage races and notable numbers, with Feelings and Knight of the Garter among standout performers.
The readable fragments reference names and places in a garbled form. No coherent event or outcome emerges from the legible text. The excerpt appears to be a damaged news fragment with incomplete words and unclear entities.
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