22 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 22, 1916
Page
1
The article discusses Derby distance contenders among three year olds at Flemington. It analyzes Woltarol Savaral and Wolarol with remarks on Derby and Caulheld Cup prospects, noting performance in recent races and upcoming races like the Derby and Dechy meeting.
Owing to the Coal Strike and power shortages the Referee is reduced to twelve pages today. Editors note they have done their best to present all features in the current part despite the ban on normal production.
The article surveys Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne racing figures with Derby hopes and Cup form. Mentioned are horses such as Barwon’s Viewra, Prominent Derby contenders, and Comedy Wing as potential winners. It notes uncertainty around favorites and the impact of dry track conditions on form.
Melbourne Cup and related racing chatter from Sydney and Melbourne centering on Sasanol, Quintoven, Chelona, Painting, and other horses. Reports note lameness rumors, veterinary checks, and shifting backers as Cup plans unfold, with earnings tallied for several horses and changes in syndicate actions.
The notice lists an upcoming racing week with events and horses including Maiden Handicap names such as Hicket Duty Antonio Maiden Jumpers Flat Race and Juvenile Handicap items like Bratiang O Conacke Warwick Handicap and Machine Boy Of First Lesson with Farm Stares Linalbin Or Mandento pace Welter Lutana Or Rhaf.
Canterbury Parke hosts numerous runners for a Saturday meeting with key events including the Nursery Handicap featuring Tressadia Antonio Maid Nancy Tyres Conacre and Flying Handicap Lutana Virurnum. Stewards Mile may see Black Nut Urney while Canterbury Handicap pits Machine Boy against First Lesson. Welter Handicap lists Cruzot Kag al.
The readable fragments hint at a local or regional event or notice with unclear names and details. Key entities are not fully legible, leaving the main subject and outcome undetermined. The piece resembles a brief public or sporting item from a historical newspaper page.
The article reports heated discussion over whether bookmakers may continue to ply on racecourses or should be abolished. Key figures argue for delaying abolition while others press for immediate action, highlighting concerns about livelihoods and sport integrity.
Fragmentary report discusses English horses in Australia with mentions of Melbourne Stakes, Woorak, St Spasa, Foo, and the champion miler. Notes strength of imported division at Spring meetings, and added money of £500 for certain entrants.
A court session before Justice Price and associates reviewed the actus of 3 B Hibican against the Chub and the Australian Jockey Club. The ruling addressed bookmakers licensed by a front, entangled in questions over conduct at a registered meeting and the regulation of betting at metropolitan horse and pony events. The decision, made on the same day as the metropolitan meeting, warned measures against noncompliant bookmakers and reaffirmed licensed betting rules.
In a Sydney court the Australian Jockey Club losses the challenge to its bookmaker ban policy. Justice Pring upholds By law 18 as valid, allowing regulation of bookmakers and licensing, with the defendant’s claim rejected and costs awarded. The decision affirms club controls over racecourse trading and bans on handling bookmakers.
Racing note reviews spring form among juveniles at Randwick. Balthseu and Manne won well with Pal ing and Puli King among noted performers, while Pleasant Moments and Modesty show strong staying power. Discussion covers Remmon, Maribyrang Plate results, and future prospects for Melbourne targets like the Plemington Stakes.
MJ Robeson dominates the leading trainers list at Sydney metropolitan meetings while most of his racing activity has occurred in Melbourne in recent weeks. Chippendall and J Burton are noted Victorian supporters as efforts shift to boost their respectable records. Details reference August timing and ongoing season standings.
Australians note a revival in yearling prices in England with Newmarket auctions in September leading to 33 lots sold above guide. The catalogue lists numerous ponies and fillies from multiple sires and breeders, including Major McCalmont and Lord Anglesey stock, with prices ranging around 800 to 2000 guineas.
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