13 Mar 1889
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 13, 1889
Page
1
A long OCR fragment describes an auction week with various items and names, plus a Warrick Racing Club meeting in a colony. It lists horses, races, opening handicap, and race day schedule including times and entries. The text mentions Wanderers, Pony Bandlire, and Baby Jane among others, with note of seating and ticketing details.
Victorian era style summary reports a crowded Burney Driving Meeting in which Garhige, Lochiel, and Lochiel’s countryman show strong form, with Parades, Tatant, and Es noted contenders. Jockeys, trainers, and owners from Newmarket and Mooney’s circle praised for stamina and strategy, while spectators fill the grounds amid late-day excitement and results across various stakes.
A garbled report notes afternoon rain relief for a large crowd at a paddock fair. The piece mentions a village named Hosehill and a growing corridor with expected patronage and improved amenities. The text references a procession, fairground activities, and speculative progress, though details remain unclear.
The article lists multiple horse names and payouts for events such as the PUACM HANDICAP and FAREWELL HANDICAP including horses like Second Home, Third Hore, GRANVILLE STAKES entries, and Nursery runners. It notes a relocation of business due to large crowds and authorities' interference, shifting Caneal tation to Sa and hops by a Decetative to maintain public confidence.
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