22 Sep 1920
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Newspaper
Sydney Sportsman
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1920
Page
1
Copy appears garbled with names and places. Readable elements include Emily and possible place names. No clear event or outcome to describe. summarize limited readable facts as a brief item about a damaged notice.
A sprawling Rosehill meeting includes front page race reports on the Drovers, Derby chances, and the Bosebill Handicap. The text covers race outcomes with commentary on favorites Wirraway Syve Kaleht and Kennaquhair, plus notes on the Twelve-Year-Old Stakes and Coal Light preparations and bets across multiple events.
The report recalls long years of Randwick spring racing, highlighting horses like Lochiel and others, the Derby track, the Breeders Plate, and the old brigade of trainers and owners. It notes betting, crowds, and the shift to new blood, with references to Melborne and Caulfield events and key figures in Australian racing.
The article discusses candidates and races, highlighting figures like Walter Whee, Tattersall, and others in a local political race. It notes comparisons between contenders, mentions readers’ guidance, and references allied political groups and timing for the campaign.
A dense preview of Hawkesbury turf events cites likely winners in the Park Stakes and Hawkesbury Guineas. Probables include Emblematic of the Hawkesbury Handicap top contenders, with notes on horses like Fervent, The Gp, and Kilkenny Boy, plus morning track conditions and trainer's statements.
A damaged report covers Epson Saturday racing with entries like Ceeysolaus and 1.5stead in trials and matches at Melbournes shows. It notes Pimridge and Mount Freie in heats, gamblers’ bets, and horses such as Frisco, Strathredale, Wareaway, and Marion Belle among others racing in a Gippsland trots meeting with outcomes and placements.
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