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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 27, 1925
Page
10
A fragmented AUTUMN MEETING write up mentions Quintus Peres and Perme's sons, Albion Parks, Best recent remount, and Melbourne Shouts. It notes Royal ere e ra noo, Wandwick, and the pace toward a winner with hopes on Royal Rover and Kara.
A lengthy response discusses New Zealand horses and compares them with Australian stock, arguing NZ breeds are not superior and noting climate and grass factors. The letter cites racing figures, breeding intentions, and opinions on ownership wealth, with references to English and Australian standards and the impact on future prizes.
At Gosford there is a jumble of entries and uncertain names for several events including the Fettered theme, Welter weight etc. The card mentions various horses or entrants such as Countess Fup Maiden Two Bandi Alowrot Blue Fern and My Robe but details remain fragmented and unclear.
A Rosehill programme outlines more than seven races on Saturday with selections including hurdles and handicaps. Notable names listed are AMOWORTE GLINUI ABSURDUM FOXY and DIALOGUE MAGICIAN in various events such as the AUSTRALIAN HANDICAP and GRANVILLE STAKES.
Reports from Dunedin describe Pilliewinkie and Many Kittle arriving with strong form. Pillewickie and Winkie waterway lead New Zealand performances as Dowinson’s best players help the team win the season opener.
Fragment of a racing notice from NS W Trotting Club with unclear names and results. OCR errors blur event date participants and placements, leaving a partial reference to a 1924 meeting and tokens or stakes, with stray capitalized words suggesting horses or handlers but lacking readable details.
V R C Secretary Seddon retires after 45 years of service, replaced by C Bagnton as VRC Secretary. The body announced Friday it will accept applications for the post at a salary of 800 per year, with duties including public duties and area oversight.
Newcastle turf notes detail a Saturday meeting with a pinetown Handicap feature and four favourites led by Chantecler at odds. The Scout reports on racing selections, forthcoming events, and a list of handicap races including Maiden, Novice, Welter, and Prince Hatax events with notable entrants like Miss Bolling and Ming Branston.
Sale of polo Pontes announced with involvement of HL Chleboln and Co. names are garbled in OCR. Indicates sale action and bidders may be connected to a transfer or liquidation. Fragment does not specify date, place, or full terms.
A fragmentary report from a South Australian race meeting outlines the Gawler Cup with heavy betting and strong entries. Gay Elements, a favorite ridden by Simon, leads the field in the long race over 440 yards with hopes of a late surge. other contenders include Lord Salpaw and Mobilong in a tight contest. The program also notes the Adelaide Stakes and other major events, with attention to horses, trainers, and racing officials.
Wanted list notes seeking 3 to 6 year old maiden geldings with sound show form. Contact BVANE and Co for details, location City, ban.
Racing notes from Bendigo describe a chaotic card with a standout performance by a promising stayer named in race reports. The feature steeplechase attracts ten runners, with The Arab and Warangee among key contenders, while betting favors the favorite and near misses underscore the day’s tight finishes.
Richmond Victoria trotting meeting details list handicaps and runners. Notable horses include Triwood Boy Sand Wren and Dilley Vornae with prices and places noted. Races feature first and second stakes with multiple heat results and winners, reflecting an early 20th century betting card.
The article lists prize money and races at Ascot with details on handicaps and furlongs. It mentions events like Ed WandiCap and Mede WandiCap, plus trial frames and estimations for June 4, 1988, with references to participants Hasan and Undervill and related boilplate outcomes.
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