05 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 05, 1919
Page
1
A letter disputes that the totalisator protects punters and argues manipulation and dishonesty persist in racing. It cites New Zealand practices, presses concern over jockeys and owners, and urges the Racing Conference to act to preserve public trust and betting integrity amid alleged schemes and favoritism.
The piece argues racing profits are uneven, many workers face poverty during race suspensions, and race clubs should concede more to those attached to racing. It condemns high profiteering, calls for fair wages, and suggests authorities and stewards are hampered by higher powers. It notes betting systems and press blame dynamics.
At Kedron Park Brisbane stewards disciplined several jockeys after horses clashed in two races. Griffiths aboard Wee Wally bumped Glory Boy causing a fall and received a three months disqualification. Milford on Sunspot faced warnings and the owner T W Carter was flagged as well. Outscout ridden by Robison drew a half year recess. The day's actions ended with the stipes deeming sanctions fitting for the incidents.
An analysis of racecourse grafting contrasts big grafters with little ones. It argues authorities shield big grafters through secrecy, while promising future open inquiries that could end their power in the racing world.
Major J Honda and two IJ A officers visit Sydney to purchase a draft of horses for the Imperial Japanese Army Cavalry Schools. The piece urges fair dealing by salesmen and government aid to protect Australia’s horse trade reputation and prevent biased or unfair treatment in future foreign purchases.
The Broken Hill Jockey Club faces ongoing disputes with horse owners trainers and the public. A mass meeting saw owners and trainers refuse to nominate until a reply from the Australian Locomotive and Racing Authority is received. The club then cancelled another race meeting amid tensions over governance and racing prospects in the Broken Hill district. Trotting at Epping and other events are listed with upcoming programs and notes.
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