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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 05, 1923
Page
12
Caulfield Cup candidates perform with Maid of the Mist securing a strong win in the main event. Wynette and Helicopter contests feature, while other horses show form in supporting races. The day also highlights Cox figures and trainer notes from Melbourne audiences.
Byron Moore presented a report on Thursday showing a re measurement of the Flemington straight. The new measurements confirmed the Chevonynan standard steel rails and indicated no error in the steps used. Improvements noted included better alignment and adjustments to free movement at the bend with discussions of finances for a forthcoming event in aid of the Queen of Hamel.
Races at the Ira Glen and Lilydale Hunt Club attract attention at Moonee Valley. Feature horses include Thunderer, Corinthian, Prince Fife, Yellow Mountain, and Red Heel with several contenders in the Meather King and Cave Mile events.
Mentone Racing Club schedules a rich Saturday lineup with the Mentone Cup and several supporting events. Likely feature races include the Trial Handicap, Macedon of Kerry Plate, and Purse events with a diverse field including Una Carlos, Brush Treble, Awayaway, and Prince Nadir in the Welter Mile. A 22-runner split may occur in one event.
An excited scene unfolded at the Moonee Valley club race as authorities investigated a doping allegation involving cocaine traces found in pink powder. The report names jockeys and officials, notes interviews and examinations by Mr. P. J. Mordeaux, and mentions investigations by stewards into possible administration of the drug.
A garbled late era OCR piece inventories numerous acts and figures in a crowded program. Names such as Ancarion Frances Taman Ire Puen Singsien Buckwood Cypher King Carnival and more appear amid a chaotic lineup. The Mehourne Cup dominates attention while ad hoc acts and pageantry fill the scene amid a festival atmosphere.
Racing news from Queensland reports Admetus securing victory on a busy Saturday card led by the Tar Chub Handicap. Sid Houveman rode Admetus with multiple mounts placed, while notable horses and riders such as Brents, Tomforably, and Verne were prominent. The day featured strong betting and several good performances, including Dan the Tressady and Modest, with government attendance and racing authorities noted for upcoming events.
Mortgagee H Chisholm & Co reports instructions from JME Mortgagee to sell on a property listing involving Flora Jay Maly and Tad Trent. Details are garbled. primary parties indicate a forced sale proceeding with creditors identifying a parcel and location in need of disposition. The readable fragments reference a September timeframe and a real estate action initiated by a mortgagee.
In a lengthy Adelaide Turf report, Lamina lands a double at Mareau Bridge behind a field including Fe McCarthy and Lady Priscilla. The day features hurdles and handicaps under Port Adelaide and SAIC concerns, with remarks on racing policy and commemorative events.
A scrambled early notice details J A Naish retirement, Rhepherd oon ar Elna Bont fete Samond, and new duties at Lord Brothers. It notes improvements, a November meeting, and the plan for independent headquarters with upgrades and a forthcoming event.
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