13 Nov 1918
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1918
Page
1
Australia's Kennaquhair eyes the staying crown amid a crowded field of rivals. News notes his recent form, injuries, and upcoming races including the Melbourne Cup and Anniversary Handicap. Widespread discussion centers on a potential decisive run at Rosehill and Flemington, with trainers weighing weight and pace in pursuit of the title.
In a wartime tribute piece the article recalls boxing athletes rowing golfers and hockey players who served in the war. It highlights their princely spirits and courage, and notes the push to create a memorial and honor those who fulfilled duty and survived to peace and happiness.
In the New Zealand Cup meeting at Christchurch racing shocks emerged as Viswuurs and others failed to deliver. Canterbury Cup favorites faced odds after a Wellington showing, with Saxamot and Snub among horses improving but not securing top positions. The race drew attention to owners and jockeys as riders like Greenwood produced notable performances.
Mountain Knight backed as a strong Queensland Cup hope with two miles favored by the trainer’s plan. His half brother Earl Kitchener sold in Sydney yearling for AUSIs, Bark Kitchiense bought by Mr Ryan. Mare aged ten ran sparingly, Laatsbasern ran with limited chance. Mountain Knight led into The Spring Stakes but failed to impress over nine furlongs. Brisbane Cup result cited Princeon winning in 248.
The piece details Magpie and King Offa racing in Australia, highlighting Magpie's strong Mile and a Quarter performances, close finishes, and debate over his status as champion. It notes Desert Gold and Wolarul in rival form, the Be Fiveaker Plate outcome, and King Offa's Melbourne Cup bid with mixed luck and opinions on his chances.
Representatives of the Breeders Owners and Trainers Association met railway commissioners to challenge a ruling that disallows the free prominence train of horses at race meetings. The confrontational stance centers on access and privileges for owners and trainers in metropolitan racing scenes.
Fragmentary historical sports column discusses British horsemen, owners and trainers, King Offa era fashion, and preparations for autumn racing. Mentions Bullock and Melomene papers, breeders associations, certificates, and potential costs from reduced railway freight affecting racehorses. Ends with a brief note on Miss Thommen, Poseidon, and Lismore club handicap.
Desert Gold Winmark Killawen and Estland return from Melbourne to Ste ey On Sunday proceeding to New Zealand aunt Flayne. Trainers lament the Viktoria Derby result and note horses faced issues during Metecalan and related affairs.
A chaotic report notes the death of Mr Francis Foy while traveling to Sydney by train near Mos Vale. It mentions his ownership of horses Playaway Voyou and Lord Allan's Daughter with ties to Caulfield Futurity Australian Cup wins and hints at broader racing news and local editorials.
The Williamstown Cup over the past four years highlighted backers betting on favored bookmakers, with headlines of long odds and uncertain outcomes. Godbound, the recent winner aged four, traces his lineage through Coil and Sen Wall, was bred by the late McArthur and purchased by Seale after auction. He previously won the Adelaide Stakes and the Epsom Handicap, but failed to place in the Melbourne Cup, while Seabird and Gun Kain also feature in sales and future prospects.
A fragmented report reviews weight for age races at Sydney Melbourne and Randwick with references to Ghelmaford Stakes Rosehill Spring AJC meeting and Randwick Plate. It mentions favorites Relinn Panacce Desert Gold Rebus and lines about betting odds, race outcomes, and notable runners amid chaotic, garbled notes.
Race card from Warwick Farm lists flat and juvenile events with names like Farl Gudwin Narclifi and Moonhilly. Other stakes include Barelle and Kamak with entries across hurdles and pace events while track conditions forecast variable.
A tangled collection of personals and social notes references years and places across Australia and Wales. It mentions Moni Cappy Se018, Janie Padden, and Victoria Pane, with cricket, army, and political mentions interwoven alongside names like Veristiaiagh and HUET gf. The fragmented text references Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Randwick, plus various institutions and people linked to politics, sport, and society.
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