16 Mar 1910
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 16, 1910
Page
1
A fragmented diary style summary covers racing figures and horse numbers, with comments on a Victorian Premier petition from suburban racing clubs. It mentions backers, horses no 15 and no 1, and opinions on paddock fees to deter smaller bookmakers, reflecting betting culture and regulatory debate.
The column discusses horses and betting, noting financiers in France and potential entrants from Australia. It mentions the A.J.C. and W.E.C. plans, sector budgets for jump racing, and upcoming events like the Sydney Cup, with commentary on trainers and riders including Jim Barden and Lambert.
The article lists horse names and divisions such as Anticipations, Flying Welter in First Division at Ascot, and Malden Handicap contenders Lavender Hay and Lady Plavia. It mentions The Maze and Autocrat in various handicap events, with brief references to a political crime figure James Patten and a Manchester incident involving police.
Nationsluistre Vaudeville at 7.45 p.m. at Palace presents The Lock of Hearing Camp. Gtacharram West’s Pictures at 2.30 and 7.45 p.m. Theatre shows Harry Hickards' Company at 2.20 and 7.45 p.m. Bijou Pictures at 2.50 and 7.45 p.m. Stadium features a boxing contest.
The article mixes racing gossip and bets, noting retirement talks, future contenders, and publicans profiting from punters. It mentions Dick Arent and Harry Pearce in a proposed race, Easter Cup chatter in Rosebery, and owners backing from Winning Post sources.
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