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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 10, 1916
Page
1
Race reports from Randwick highlight Tattersall's Cup falling to a rank outsider while Votrina secures an easy win. The day features Welkin Queen and various contenders, with commentary noting performances across the field and the crowd’s reaction to stakes and outcomes.
Uf finishes behind as Cangone and Payten's stable figure in a tense seven furlongs event. Kara and Karanaud, bred by Jom Brown, sold as yearling for 213ee, highlighted the field amid a day of close placings and trainer reflections on the outcome.
English horses show success in Melbourne with imports and local breds placing high. Adelaide riders and Sydney breds figure in the events including the Rider Stakes and Adelaide Cup, while horses like St. Spasa and Pretty Hun perform strongly.
Government bet tax payments under the Finance Act are due at the Treasury, not Monday. Late payments trigger penalties. Bookmakers and racing clubs faced with premium fees have until the stated date to comply. The Metropolitan area shows revenue gains, with over 120,000 earned for the era.
English racing items discuss entries for the Two Thousand and One Thousand Derby and Oaks at Gatwick on March 14. The narrative mentions horses such as Vermouth and Early Hope, with prices and owners like Mr Heybourne, plus remarks on conditions and rivalries, including Heavy and SANE contenders, in a period‑tone summary of the three year old race.
The piece recounts Boxer Taylor’s bravery in trench fighting during World War I. It notes his October 1914 departure from Sydney and December 1914 return voyage, his severe sleeplessness, and nerve strain. Taylor’s endurance under heavy fire is described with emphasis on wounds, charges, and leadership during the Chapelle area engagements.
Fragmented missive captures cricketers and footballers describing their travels and training in a war era, with vivid mentions of Redfern Litviania and North Sydney Chub figures, while noting hospital stays, injuries, and hopes of victory. The writer extols Allied cause, recalls colleagues, and signals readiness to fight for homeland.
Report on a chaotic race meeting with confusing text describing the Livernool Grand National style event. Mentions winners, odds, and inconsistent details about horses, riders, and results, interspersed with garbled commentary and race notes.
The article recounts winners and contenders in the NSW Derby and Oaks, noting Ally Slover and Lord Marcus Gechini among referenced horses while highlighting mixed results and unclear details. It references Vermouth’s prize, Race times, and other horses like Trish Wail and Schoolmoney, with scattered pedigree notes and jockey commentary.
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