02 Aug 1911
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1911
Page
1
Harvest trailed in second at Sandown Park with a hot favorite race effort, hampered by a poor ride and distance doubt. The Tasmanian Avoca prevailed as the likely winner, while the runner up would benefit from more distance and a steadier ride to claim the treble.
A flawed, fragmentary report notes Cocksure a six year old bull horse and other stock owners doubt he will remain a reliable racing mount. The piece hints at aging affecting performance and durability, warning that even in good condition retraining may falter.
Money poured in from north east south and west for the Victorian mare Coreen at a Wednesday meeting. Though she did not win the Flying Welter Handicap she showed pace and promise, with Jankers expected to back her next outing. Brie finished half a length behind the winner, beating the field, and the sprint suggested she could handle a longer journey.
The Cunnedah Jockey Club opened last Wednesday in fine weather with a country battler showing struggle for Guene dah Handicap supremacy between Melyra and Matt Rose, the former winning by a half head. Later on Thursday Mundows Migs Trick Eastern Queen Tollomn and Al Fuse won races, with Eastern Queen narrowly edging Metura in a ble race amid a strong field.
Otto Grafton powered to victory in the Farm Stakes from Lord Modan with Elouera third. Lady True opened strong but faded as Blue Mine and Lord Jeweller trailed. Grafton set a bold pace, leaping over a fence during the run. He is slated for the Epsom Handicap at Tattersalls in a mile race, carrying a light Farm Stakes weight.
Northern Sports rolled into Farm for a shot at Barrons' prize but fell short. Gur Alf ran well, finishing behind Bar Vons winner Blast by a head in the Flying Welter Handicap. Tosson of Machine Gyn showed promise with potential improvement before the A J C Spring meeting.
Aiying Welter handicap at Ascot last Wednesday saw Edna May ridden by A Norris and Miss Kendall steered by T Walsh battle head to head. The finish remained in doubt until the judge declared a half head win for Edna May amid a raucous crowd and cheering supporters.
Insiders noted prior skimpy display of post positions at Warwick Farm. The club has corrected this by placing post positions under each horse number for clear visibility to public and bookmakers. A similar paddock placard was used. improvements follow the Associated Racing Club example.
A fragmented report covers More Hope and other horses at Ascot with mixed prospects and form. Hope Royal wins at South Grafton Jockey Club while Bechelle, Graftulone, Lady Plekmbooba, Lady Finn, and Aeroplane are noted among the day’s runners. Amilcorn wins at Clarence River meeting with Sourabaya and Sophistry close behind. Minore disappoints. Treat struggles but may improve for the spring meetings.
A large turnout at the Ascotacing Club meeting last Wednesday sparked chatter about expanding bookmakers posts to improve public access and ease of betting. Viewria Park lacks posts, making backers suffer. Bar Wong often delays payouts during races. Mager-posts are standard on main courses except W.F., Randwick, and Victoria Park.
A.J.C. committee met last Thursday to table items. D. W Ollison recommended removing a riding suspension for B. Lamond effective August. Appeals by F. W. Gully, A. P. Darby, and C. Johnson were dismissed or upheld in various racing decisions. Subsidies to racing associations were renewed. deputy-registrars named. Printing tenders for race books approved. Germany horse trade discussed with Schmidt aiming to ship jumping horses. Lothringen carried numerous horses including Coolah. Delays at Ascot program upset patrons as starters, including Watson, faced criticism over pacing and routine, prompting calls for better timing and adherence to schedules.
Report on Warwick Filmdicap racing with horses Reg Medallurgy Pan Out Bir Locomotion and Monie Truxton King and trainer Chris O Rourke highlights. Mentiones Sydney Cup outcome criticised as a fluke. Details about Monie Nursery Handicap Grafton and fall injuries to jockey McDonald. Cala mise incident with saddle slip and broken brea plats.
The new wide furlong track opens today with several events to decide. A straight 8 furlongs precedes the home turn, favoring outside horses. The 4% and 4% furlong races will test the new stretch, while the Novices Handicap is likely to be a cut up race if some horses drop out. First race is timed to start at 6:45 with selections appended.
The Farm Stakes drew no alarm but stewards believed Fulgar could have done better. After investigation, officials accepted evidence from the prada owner and jockey Pratt, though observers felt the rider could have driven Fulgar to a longer lead. Rosehill rages follows as Arquebuss faded late in Moone Valley jumpers race, yet ran a grand race and looms for Australian Hurdle with strong potential.
Daytime events include Rosebery Park Races at 1 41 pm and multiple theatre showings across venues such as Theatre Royal for The Balkan Prisems and Her Majestys for The Lyons Mall with matinee and evening times. Other listings include Sergeant Brus at 2 and 5 pm, The Power of the Cross at 8 and 9 pm, West's Pictures at 2 30 and 6 pm, Veudevile at National Amphitheatre, Tivoli Theatre with Harry Wekards' Company at 5 90 and 7 45 pm, Spencer's Theatrescops at Lyceum, and Taboom Lyrit and Colonial Nes from 2 am to 11 pm.
A bustling, disjointed sports column covers Warwick Farm balloon acrobatics and punter tales, jockeys and weights, trainer moves, and upcoming Victoria Park racing days with July to August fixtures, prize money, and entry deadlines. It notes Dartington’s potential fall, Dartnado’s blustery exit, and a Marquis sighting while previewing December plans and the looming Christmas feast in Australia.
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