17 Aug 1926
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1926
Page
1
A rule confirms the Australian Hurdle Race started from the wrong barrier and must be rerun. The debate centers on steward discretion versus mandatory action, with implications for race timing, dates, and the governing body's authority.
A partial summary of racing results and horse performances from a morning gallops session. Mentions Hichinbrook Rampions Kaya and other horses, with notes on speed, form, and trainers. references to figures like Sir Cracknell and Pantheon as well as race conditions and track conditions.
In a tense cricket test, Collins and Gregory forged a decisive partnership to lift Australia from trouble. England’s bowlers pressed in the second innings as Gregory added 14 and Tinbhe and Suteclutty supported, while Mobhe reached 25 and Potoliffe 3M by Monday’s draw.
An extraordinary exposé reveals battery use to conceal juice on racecourses. Jockeys and trainers discuss how hand type batteries and springs are applied to horse joints to boost speed, with authorities and owners questioned and bets linked to rumored schemes.
Reader notes describe pad ing dampening methods at battery points to evade detection and outline two counterfeit bands used by thieves. The text details how padding hides connect points, the use of a halfpenny to damp signals, and the role of two engraved bands, one loaded, in theft schemes.
Promoter Hoskins awards prizes to place-getters in the 100 yards foot-racing handicap. Officials present include R. E. Onten the NSW Athletic League secretary, G. E. Thomas the first prize winner, A. B. Harding third, and A. 5. Andrews runner-up.
New South Wales Cricket Association replaced long serving state selectors H. L. Collins W. A. Mailey and W. A. Oldfield with Moyes B. S. Jones and H. Cranney Pa. The report notes Cranney and others with club cricket experience will shape the refreshed body as NSW seeks new leadership.
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