Pony Wizard for Horses Tom McGrath Deserts the Mackers
Tom McGrath, trainer of 14.2 hands and under, seeks entry to the AJC list with a license to train and ride ponies. Praised for integrity and skill, McGrath has trained numerous horses since 1902 and earned strong recognition at Victoria Park for horsemanship. Other trainers with permits include Togo Johnstone and a few listed peers.
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Tom McGrath
Tommy McGrath
AJC
Tom
McGrath
Victoria Park
Lady Warpaint
Integrity
Joan of Arc
Gold Pillar
Lady Woo
Lady Moon
A.J.C
Togo Johnstone
J. Fellowes
W. Lawlor
W. Matthews
LIFTS £5000: Owners Tangle Over Three Bob Stakes
The article outlines a controversial shift in horse racing prize money and nomination fees. It argues that lowering the prize money to ten shillings per entry would force 667 horses to each contribute threepence to a supposed Benevolent Fund, creating a contentious financial balancing act for owners and jockeys amid a reduction from 13 shillings.
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Bat
Soulton Racing Feats Hint Caulfield Cup Hit
Soulton from the stable makes a bold claim in Melbourne after a strong Dan gear Handicap showing, with 8.5 in the Metropolitan and 3rb. more in the Caulfield Cup. Eric Connolly plots Soulton’s Melbourne mission, potentially a Caulfield Cup double with Phar Lap, as ARC nomination fees and prize structures loom large.
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Soulton
Vigne
Sir Rey
Poat Soulton
Ake Aaphet Mie J
Rae C. Ae
Eric Connolly
Melbourne
Connolly
Phar Lap
Controversy Over Nomination Fees and Benevolent Funds
Debate centers on whether 3s should continue to be allocated to the Insurance and Benevolent Funds after the 10 shilling reduction. Proponets warn savings may fall short of inmark, while opponents argue divestiture from the Benevolent Fund hurts pony owners, trainers, and jockeys. Workers' Compensation Act offers protection for insured workers, but fears grow that the Benevolent Fund could dwindle, affecting beneficiaries at year end.
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Sporteman
ARAC
Insurance and Benevolent
Pony Association
Gesture and Tom Pinch Set for Epsom Weight Clash
Analysis notes Fred Wilson backed Tom Pinch but news of 8.0 weight to the son of The Wooden Horse raises doubt about his chances. Gesture, a New Zealand filly by Chief Ruler, also carries 8.0 but is 6lb worse off than waf.a. figures. Line drawn through Tom Pinch and Gesture suggests only possible prize money if they perform exceptionally.
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Tom Pinch
Mr. Wilson
Tom
Fred Wilson
Gesture
Chief Ruler
Phar Lap Set to Dominate Melbourne Cup Bets in 2 Mile Race
Handicapper cites Phar Lap at 9.12 to 10.2 in Melbourne Cup weighing stakes, with Carbine noted as benchmark. Writers argue Phar Lap’s improved form and past Adelaide showing suggest he can beat rivals, despite heavy burden. James Edward Pike and 7.E.P. expected not to press as in prior year.
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Phar Lap
Goop
Davis
Carbine
Siballayyan
Phar Lay
Adelaide
Phar Lay Juse
Wifh
Thorap
Cys
Plearap
James Edward Pike
E.P
Lewis
Phar
Gorry
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Pony Wizard
The
Mackers
Togo
Johnstone
Tommy
Jimmy Pike
A.R.C
Benevolent Fund
Insurance and Benevolent Funds
A.F.C
Pony Clubs
EPSOM
Fred
Flemington
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