26 May 1934
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 26, 1934
Page
1
Race Club Director decries corruption after four decades in racing. He advocates a dedicated steward at the barrier to curb alleged betting interference. He argues start-line actions and barrier delays demand closer supervision and notes bettors’ last minutes profoundly influence outcomes.
Colombo dominates the scene with nine straight wins after clinching the Two Thousand Guineas and remains unbeaten. Togo Johnstone’s fourteen straight victories are noted, along with Canies and Aged Sta’s long winning streaks. Marvel ends All Aged Stakes run, Cashin defeats Starville, and Carbine’s eleven straight wins include the Caulfield Cup and a Perth Cup dead heat.
The Mocabite colt Moa Lap Ae failed to reach expected heights after winning at East, despite strong support for the Auburn Handicap at Rosehill. He was bumped by Mulindo and Zane Vale, who carried him off balance, leaving his prospects in retaining form uncertain for future Suburban courses.
A fragmented clipping explores jockeys like Jim Pike Ted Bar and Sid Cracknell and their hobbies such as golf fishing and billiards. It hints at rivalries and secrets among riders and mentions notable names including Darby Munro and Goamivan in a casual gossip tone.
Local racing chatter highlights Rosehill Handicap activity at Randwick and Melbourne connections. Bob Inkson returns after injury to ride for J Ack Jamieson on Upoko Ariki at Rosehill while O Sullivan debuts for him. Immuno places second with James aboard Priapus. Trainers and jockeys like Cook, Kelso, Griffiths, Seaton, and Bloom feature in latest suburban race reporting.
A Miller stable runner named Ora trained by Jack Holt impressed in his first public run at Wil last weekend. Spokesman, dam Regaleen, owned by Percy Miller, is linked to Windbag via stud mating arranged by Percy's brother at A. G. Hunter's stud.
Tension grows as Randwick bookmakers edge toward endorsing the Seniority system over Ballot. A.J.C. committee delegation will soon hear club canvases, with about 62 bookmakers likely to sign for Seniority, signaling a two thirds majority.
Bluey Lee contemplates returning to Melbourne after a stint overseas. He found his time there stiff and questions whether his apprentice Dave Lightfoot will follow him back.
Racing enthusiasts recall Valiare’s seven straight wins as a three year old and Chide’s nine consecutive victories. Silver Scorn’s 12 race streak ended in the Ct Handicap while plans for Derby glory intensify as trained predictions hold that the Manna colt could emulate Isinglass. Scaldasner captures the Two Thousand Guineas ahead of Deges and Leger as Derby talk swirls. Elsewhere Colombo’s lineage traces to Galeward and Polus with a Rich price plot for Lord Glanely’s Royal Reserve banners.
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