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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 22, 1918
Page
8
A crowded Epsom card produced tense betting as favorites were pressed by sharp money and strong challengers. Jockeys guided top contenders through the hurdles and sprints with Dempsies and Telecign among the day’s notable runners, while undercard performances and longshots filled the tote.
A garbled racing card details several Moonee Valley handicaps with two year old and feature races. Mentions include a trio of contenders such as Wudokus and Northern Crown with Wallachia noted among entrants. The text is fragmented and contains numerous misspellings and unclear names.
A Melbourne gossip item reports on racing controversy with Mears W Yuille Cu auls tion, VRC complainant, and stewards. It notes a reconvened hearing date and alleged interference, plus wagering activity involving Levy and associates. The piece references jockeys, bookmakers, and club actions amid a flurry of names and figures.
The Albion Park Jockey Club announced extra racing dates with profits rising above expectations. The meeting showcased thoroughbred contenders and notable performances, including several two year olds and regional favorites in the divisions, while purse totals and betting activity drew attention to the day’s outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR text references various names, locations, and events with unclear connections. Mentions include a letter to Mir. Hocker, a Steve Commandant line, Saintes, Teresa Magee, Matilda, and racecourse terms. Content is garbled, but hints at correspondence and racing details without clear narrative.
Report of a gambling dispute at The Stawell Gift proceedings. J Coleman, bookmaker, sued the secretary for £25 recovery after a protest over a race outcome. Court actions and police references noted, with payment orders debated amid betting disputes and circuit court commentary.
Race at Cessnock showcases a tight finish with Aye Girl beating Tong Head in the Flying Hendican while other horses like Bay, Saint Moh, and Ruelay contend for the place. Objections to the racing results sparking discussion as bettors track prices and outcomes amid a crowded field and dramatic late surge.
A crowded Saturday night at Newcastle sees bantam and featherweight bouts deliver mixed results. Jenn Moran defeats Gl ssa met in bantam, while Parcas of Newcastle battles Mivey Pore of Walhead in a notable featherweight clash.
Western Turf notes describe a contentious plan to form a new racing body, lifting debts and boosting the schedule with higher funding. Amhurst estate funds and Bechuryt Show figures are cited alongside jockeys Hellerinan and Tremney. Several racecourse incidents and a fatal accident at Orange are referenced, with turmoil around entries and track safety under scrutiny.
The Newcastle Stock Club and Pim Moree Recinz Club announce upcoming meetings and nomination deadlines. Members must submit nominations by June 4 with financial details and dues noted. A separate session on June 1 covers other club matters and the Friday meeting plans.
Fragmented notes describe hay races and a string of local names and places with scattered events. Mentions include teams or individuals like Satie, Renee, Meier, and Rowe, along with locations and dates, though many details are garbled. The piece reads as a rough recap of distant race results and names rather than a single clear report.
A sprawling report from the winter meeting lists names across circuits with many clubs and tracks cited. Key contestants include Kemala Grange Racer and a host of riders and venues from Visalia to coastal towns, with results and entries noted throughout the chaotic OCR.
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