11 Aug 1931
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1931
Page
1
Report from Tick Tacks Peesterday on Warwick Farm hurdles with Quack Quack and rider Quek iever under inquiry after a race. An involved slip question and a rider’s comment about the hurdles are noted. Parr, a jockey for Joe Cook, shows a bruised eye and a sticking plaster above the eye.
The piece argues prize money cuts are needed as NSW racing finances strain Warwick Farm. It suggests closing Warwick Farm for years, shifting meetings to Randwick to boost revenue and preserve AJC budgets, while noting Randwick is the public favorites Mecca for racing figures and spectators.
An unclear historical account recounts Jon Cook being marked for medical honors while a doctor is not qualified. Bailey Payten recounts an incident where a patient feigned illness, a local figure proposed calling in a doctor, and a horse ride pledge was discussed.
Bitty Cook planned a Brisbane trip to back Ogre in the Q TC race on Metropolitan. Ogre, favorite for the QT.C. event, broke down in a Brisbane race and finished third, ruling him out for months. Cook cancelled the journey north as a result.
Witnesses describe Parr’s stumble on the way to the hospital and a mishap with steps, while MERBKER defends staying at home. Jim Trenoweth jokes about pies and eating habits, reminiscing about Kalgoorlie meals as the scene unfolds with light banter and concern.
August saw sixteen Truth Racing Special winners sent to subscribers with a full list published on Sunday in Truth Page 4. Since January 24 a total of 1073 winners have been reported, all claimed to be on top. The note promotes subscribing and filling coupons to receive racing information ahead of major carnivals.
A prominent owner who breeds and races horses on a lavish scale may switch trainers at Basthwick, moving several horses to a new trainer who has previously won for him. The move aims to keep a key client, whose prompt payments underline influence in a difficult era.
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