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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 07, 1919
Page
1
Pilot predicts a competitive two mile Sydney Cup with West Molong favored to challenge, while Molong, Rosehill rivals and other contenders like Phant Roy and Booster provide steady competition. The analysis weighs weights, track form, and recent performances, noting possible shifts before race day.
General Sir John Monash argues in a London speech that modern warfare mirrors peaceful pursuits and sports. He says endurance and disciplined effort win where clever tactics fail, stressing soldiers rely on stubborn grind rather than brilliance, with war and life sharing the need for steady resolve.
Postwar debate rages over whether German players can enter French and neutral tournaments. France and England consider strict bans, with Belgium and others weighing similar actions. The European lawn tennis world wrestles with how to treat German and Austrian competitors in ongoing events.
The article praises Sasanof's New Zealand wins at Hawke’s Bay and Trentham Gold Cup and notes other Kiwi race outcomes. It highlights Panks winning the Great Aitiron Handicap in Christchurch and mentions prospects for Zanlord and Alteration, with commentary on weight carrying and form.
The North Island Challenge Stakes seven furlongs saw Glooming opposed by three two year olds. He faltered at hurdle rise, with limited detail in the cable, while Deaert Gold beat Brat at a New Zealand meeting. The report mentions other horses and races, including Forsee and Spanner, with prices noted in the wire but uncertain.
Melbourne trained horses expected to do well in principal races at Adelaide Cup meeting. Prospects for Goodwood Handicap and Adelaide Cup are discussed with contenders such as Elkin and Cape Sky highlighted. Possible withdrawals and form shifts shape the field for South Australian Stakes and St Leger outcomes.
Deputation head from JAspor reports that a late approval on racing could push Randwick events to midweek. Stakeholders worry about traders and owners delaying entries as track conditions loom, with Derby contenders and Doncaster plans tied to the opening day and spring prospects.
Two year old horses in training outnumber older stock in England. Lords Jersey and Thurshy push for higher added money to reduce costs for owners sending horses abroad. English racecourses may allocate a larger share of race receipts to owners. They argue feebleness of current prizes hurts breeders and owners, urging reforms to support grand breeders and entice participation.
The article notes a discussion of two year old races and a temporary sale policy under Rule 45. It references Lord Pearhyn and a chair statement about no emergency sale, aiming for a three two year old race outcome and a forthcoming notebook continuation.
The fragment mentions Todd and a return from the War about twelve months ago and a commentary on practice and forming, with a reference to a defeat at Preven Park as an exhibition of high class volley.
In a February 12 1919 letter from London Ernie Barry reflects on his four year layoff, hopes to return to training, and asks Ms Coombes to pass regards to fellow sports. He mentions weight gain and plans to strengthen with good rowing routines, while noting friends Ned Brewer Tom Wingate and Dido Greesan.
The Australasian reports on Victor Rowing Association treasurer C F Stevenson CMG returning from active service in Melbourne and soon traveling to cover deportations of German prisoners. It notes notable sports figures and figures such as Frank Skerry Hewitt born May 5 194S, ex-champion sprinter, and miscellaneous obituaries and health updates including George Maides and others in Sydney rowing and cycling circles.
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