SPORTING.

Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 18969, 6 April 1927, Page 14

SPORTING.

J RACING FIXTURES. A aril C and 7—Southland E.C. Autumn. April 7—ilastertou R.C. Autumn. April 9—A.J.C. Warwick Firm. April 9—Hororata E.C Airnual. April 16—Tuapeka County J.C. Annual. April 16 and 18—Auckland R.C.■ Autumn. April 16 and 18— Feilding J.C. Easter. April 16 and 18—Wairarapa R.C. Easter. April IG, 18, and 19- Kiverton E.C. Annual. April 16, 13, 20, 23 —Australian J.C. Autumn. April 18—Beaumont R.C Annual. April IS—Kumars R.C. Autumn. April IS —Waipukurau J.C. Autumn. April 18, 19—Canterbury J.C. Autumn. April 20—Westland R.C. Autumn. April 23—Greymouth J.C. Autumn, April 23, 26—Avondale J.C. Autumn. April 2T—Reefton J.C. Autumn. April 23 ind 30—Manawatu R.C Autumn. April 29 and 30—South Canterbury J.C. Autumn. April 30, May 4—Waikato K.C. Autumn. ! May G and 7—Hawke's Bay J.C. Autumn, j May G and 7—Marlborough E.C. Autumn. TROTTING FIXTURES. April 7—Ellesmere County T.C. Annual. April 9—Hororata R.C. Annual (two events). April 9, 11 —Wanganui T.C. Annual. April 16, 18—Hawera T.O. Annual. April 16 and 20— X.Z. Metropolitan 1.0. Easter. April 18—Beaumont R.C. Annual (tuo events). . .. April 20—Westland R.C. Autumn (two events). April 23—Ashburton T.C. Autumn. TURF GOSSIP. The Hororata Racing Clubs Annual Meeting will bo held on Saturday, and ivith line weather, a very enjoyable day's racing should be provided. Acceptances for all events close at o o'clock this evening at the Canterbury Jockey Club's rooms. Shirlev and her half-brother, King's Folly, both of whom were successful at the Wellington Racing Club's Autumn Meeting, last month, will be competitors at the Canterbury Jockey Club s Easter Meeting.

Commendation was worked at papier Park last week, and ridden by_ L. G. Morris gave very attractive displays.

Mrs M. A. Perry lias purchased another English-bred horse. _ This is the six-year-old stallion Cockpit, by China Cock —Sanford. As a four-year-old Cockpit won the Royal Hunt Cup at Ascot comfortably from a big field. He is to leave England on May 6th, and on his arrival in the Dominion it will be decided whether he is to bo raced or put to the stud.

A yearling colt, by Tea Tray from Baby Doll was shipped to Australia from Auckland last week. ,It is understood that he has been purchased by the well-known Melbourne sportsman, Mr B Chaffey. owne r of Whittier and Manfred. Baby Doll, dam of the youngster, is an Australian-bred mare by Bobadil —Sessa, by Wallace. Bachelor Gay is reported to be in. a rather bad way. One of his legs lias given his trainer a lot of trouble, and Mr Irwin's iroart hurdler is not likely to be a starter again this season. The Trentham trainer, J. McLaughlin, is seriously ill in a. private hospital in Wellington.

H. Hickey lias thirteen horses in woi-k at Hastings at present. Two ot | his team, Purseproud, and Higa, Heather, will race at Waipukurau at Easter, and other members of his team will be competing at Feilding. The Otautau Racing Club is. finding some difficulty in fixing a date for *ts Annual Meeting, which had to be postponed from last Wednesday on account of heavy rain. It was decided to apply for permission to hold the meeting on the Invercargill course on Wednesday, April 13th, three days prior to the opening of the jßrverton Meeting, In© committee' of the Southland Racing Club granted tlie use of its course, but the Southland District Committee having received an objection from the Riverton Racing: Club, decided at its meeting on Friday night that it could not recommend the Racing Conference to agree to the request.

The "Weekly Press and Referee" will make its appearance to-day, and there is much within its pages- that will be found of value by followers of the turf. Recent racing throughout the Dominion is fully reviewed, while Spectator discusses the principal handicaps for the Auckland Meeting next month. Wayfarer, Antisthenes. W.A., The Rook, - The Marquis, and Mere Mere have their usual features, while correspondents relate happenings throughout the week in their respective districts. In the trotting section Searchlight, in addition to telling of a visit to Irvington Lodge and commenting on the handicaps for the big event at Addington on the 16th inst., has a budget of items of general interest.

TROTTING NOTES. Acceptances for the two e.vents at the Hororata R.C.'s Annual Meeting close to-day at 8 p.xn. Tho Ellesmere County T.C. has received excellent acceptances for its Annual Amongst the horses engaged are Grey Cloud, Springtime, Conara, Auto Minto, Yen, Wenlo, Searchlight Lad, Asset, Pavlova, His Majesty, Nelson Wood, Great Amazou, Duco, Midland, and Todd Bingen., For the Ellesmere County T.C.'s Annual Meeting, to be held at Leeston to-morrow, the train arrangements are as follows Passengers and horses (from Chrietchurch only) will leave Christchurch at 8.35 a.m. Horses from intermediate stations will require to travel by the 7.35 a.m. train.

Satisfactory acceptances, have been received by tne Wanganui T.C. for its Annual Meeting, which opens on Saturday and concludes on Monday. Fourteen horses stand their ground in the Cup, including Direct Morning, Pearl Coronado, Kokiritea, Uncle Bert, Great Actress, Blue Glen, Petroleuse, and Karma, while in the minor events are such useful performers as Ngatira, Miss Leda, Raima, Great Change, Louisiana, Peter McDonald, Explosion, Bell Dial, Some Jazz. Lou Pronto, Cora Tacks, tJramic, and Sungleam.

Logan Park is nioely treated in the Hawera Cup on 12 yards, or 4.41, as the Logan Pointer gelding registered 4.40 2-5 when he won the Fairlie Handicap at Timaru last month.

The Ashburton owned and trained Kempton and Ayr are well placed at Hawera and every encouragement has been held out to their owner, Mr H. F. Nicoll, to make the trip. The successful pacer, Becky Logan, has been transferred from I'. -G. Holmes' stable to N. C. Price's and iu future will be trained at New Brighton.

F. It. Bust left for the north on Monday with Great Actress, who is engaged at tho Wanganui T.C.'s Annual Meeting. The Nelson owner-trainer, L. F. Tierkctt. will assist at AVanganui with Benm€ Dillon. Louisiana, Caterpillar, and Hope Dillon, while L. Davidson, who trains in the same district, will havo Dillon's Pride and Sungieam to jepresent his stable. Native Chief will not be a starter iu llio Easter and the Plying Handicaps on tho opening day of the Metropolitan T.C.'s Easter Meeting.

[ A large number of Canterbury owned | and trained horses are engaged at HaI v/era. Amongst those with horses in the list and likely to assist are F. E. Bust, W. J. Tomkin6on, H. Fox, E. C. McDermott, E. Humphreys. J. Bryee, W. T. Lowe. T. H. McKenzie, A. G. Wilson, 11. Frost. N. L. Price, S. J. Thomas, E. E. Mills, D. Withers. M. B. Edwards, 0. E. Hooper, and D. Warren. The weather conditions were all that could be desired for training work at Addington yesterday morning, and though no really fast work was accomplished, quite a lot of interesting work was witnessed. As is usual, Harry Audubon was first out, and gave a good showing over a couple of circuits without the hopples. This horse is coming oil nicely and fairlv revels in his work.

Great Amazon moved very freely while covering two miles, and got through his work in good stylo. She is engaged at Ellesmere, and if started, is sure to go well.

Kreisler, Trimmer, and Logan Park gave a good showing over a mile and a half, finishing in the order named. Elzear, Napland, Bell Harold, and Holly Boy worked one mile and a half together. This quartette gave a pleasing exhibition, with Holly Boy in charge over the concluding stages.

Nota Bene alone covered one mile and a half, moving freely throughout. Audobell and Dusky Pointer were companions over two miles, both getting through their work in good style.

Audominion and a stable-niato were given good useful work. The former is last getting into racing condition. Bridget Galindo and Pete Peter worked about one mile and a half, without being extended. Both could have improved on the time. Sheik, without the hopples, was given solid work, and looks really well.

Locanda Mac covered two miles and was always going well. His owner is not pleased with the handicap allotted him, and he may not be accepted for on the first day of the Easter Meeting. Golden Bubble moved freely in a work out over a couple of solid rounds. Stunt Artist got through strong useful work, and was anxious to increase the pace. Peter McKinncy, who looks bright and well, covered two miles in good style, though he broke on two occasions.

Eoutine and Wild Hebe were companions over a solid run two miles, both giving a good display. Sarella and Wenlo were apportioned the same task and went evenly throughout.

Logan Holme alone covered one mile and a half, but was tiring badly at the finish. His wind is badly affected now.

Bingcn Wood was restricted to steady pacing. He looks well.

Sahib was given two miles, but was always doing it easy. St. Maura, who looks very well, was given about one mile and a half, and gave a nice exhibition. Little Logan got through steady work. This horse looks bright and well, but does not stay too well. Homer moved in her usual dashing style over a couple of circuits. KUMARA R.G HANDICAPS DECLARED. (PP.ESB ASSOCIATION TELEOBAM.) REEFTON, April 5. The following handicaps have been declared for tho Kumara Racing Club's Easter Meeting:— PIONEER HANDICAP, of 70 sovs; G£— Hallownoon 9-7; Sonic Abbey 8-9; Caliburn 8-9; Corinthic 8-4; King Cheops 7-12; Peho 7-11; Prince Clinrleroi 7-10; Birthmark 7-9; King Quin 7-9; Grey Wells 7-9; Gaslight 7-8; Flying Master 7-8; Motion 7-5; Big Push 7-5; Sacrifice 7-0; Rose Blossom 7-0. BOROUGH HANDICAP TROT (in saddle), of 70 sovs; 2.35 class; lm —Lucky Audubon scr; Radox scr; Girton Dillon scr; Jessie Bells scr; Play Girl 12; Prince Mac 24; Red Audubon 24; Meritor 48; Queen's Ferry 60; Knocklyn 84; Arran Lad 84; Harina 96; Sedmere 120; Marcheta 120; Thorpie 132.

MINERS' HANDICAP TROT (in saddle), of 70 sovs; 3.55 class; lim —Lucky Audubon scr; Radox scr; Girton Dillon scr; Jessie Bells scr; Princo Mac 3G; Red Audubon 36; Meritor 72; Audubon Lad 72; Queen's Perry . 84; Knocklyn 120; Arran Lad 120; Athos 156; Marcheta 168; Thorpie 180; Sedmero 192. FLYING HANDICAP, of 70 sovs; 5f Corn Rigs 10-4; Heisler 10-0;. Papbian 8-10; Pickaninny 8-2; Erin-go-Bragh 7-18; Big Push 7-5; W'aikaia 7-5; Rose Blossom 7-0; Rapid Fire 7-0; Motor Smajh 7-0; Lord Middleton 7-0. DILLMANS HANDICAP, of 70 sovs; Olt —Hallownoon 9-0; Some Abbey 8-9; Caliburp 8-8; Corinthic 8-4; All Gold 7-13; Rapid Rose 7-12; King Cheops 7-12; Gaslight 7-8; Lord Leslie 7-10; Prince Charleroi 7-10; Flying Master 7-8; Motion 7-7; Ellah 7-4; Rose Blossom 7-0; Sacrifice 7-0. "WESTBROOK WELTER, of 80 sovs; 7f Happy Days 10-3; Rapid Rose 9-11; Steel Bar 9-11; Birthmark 9-9; Lord. Leslie 9-9: Corinthic 9-9 ;■ Viewpoint 9-7; King Quin 9-7; Sartolite 9-5; Hiero 9-0; Ellah 9-0. KUMARA GOLDFIELDS HANDICAP, of 135 sovs; lim— Goosestep 9-8; Para 9-2; Hallownoon 8-12; Royal Game 8-7; Happy Days 8-4; Steel Bar 7-12; No Response 7-10; Viewpoint 7-8; Some Abbey 7-7; Wharfedale 7-0; Hiero 7-0; Ellah 7-0; Gaslight 7-0. JUNCTION HANDICAP, of 70 sovs; 6f Corn Rigs 10-4; Heisler 9-12; Royal Game 9-8; Para 9-5; Caliburn 8-8; Pickaninny 8-2; Erin-go-Bragh 7-13; Prince Charleroi 7-10; Peho 7-9; Grey Wells 7-9; Big Push 7-6; Waikaia 7-5; Rapid Fire 7-0. COUNT CAVOUR. EXERCISING AT RANDWICK. (BT CABLE—KRESS ASSOCIATION—COPYRIGHT.) (AUSTRALIA!? AND B.Z. CABLE ASSOCIATION.) SYDNEY, April 5. Count Cavour has arrived in excellent condition, and is exercising on the Randwick tracks. Windbag showed no signs of. soreness following his hard race in the Rawson Stakes on Saturday. He trotted on the cinder track freely. The champion runs in the Chipping Norton Stakes next Saturday, after which his owner will decide whether he will compete in the Sydney Cup, ou the second day of the A.J.C. Autumn Meeting on April 18th.

WARWICK FARM MEETING. SYDNEY, April 5. In the April Stecplochaso at the Warwick Farm Meeting Pty Day has top weight 12-2 and Aberfeldy 9-0.

ASHBURTON T.C. NOMINATIONS RECEIVED. (SPECIAL TO THB PEES 3.) ASHBURTON, April 5. Tho following nominations haTe been received for the Ashburton Trotting Club's Autumn Meeting:— IMPROVERS' HANDICAP (in harness), of 133 sovs. ljm. Quality Whitebait Bagpipes My Sonny Brentfire Peter Wilkins Lady Barrister Great Night Audalion John Dee Exclusive Electric Huon Dumas Helen Sylvie Logan Surfboard Ivan Lad Princess Mac Dillon Firebrand Pointer Princess Dillon Trespass Mac Locanda Vestas Nancy Bingen First Imperial Bankhead Our Jim Jessie Huon Lady Way ALLENTOX HANDICAP fin harness), of 140 sovs. 13m. Little Bingcn Drifting Spec Duco Red Peter Molly Molloy Dolores Carwood Nancy Prince David Gold Digger McKinney Midland Little Johnnie Bridget Toheroa Kitty Patch Galindo Kairiti Mickey Lord Tracey Glenro-.ver Audubon Carclo Fortress May Audubon Corvar St. Petrox Leo Bellman Oval Herbihvyn Connie Lassiler Tim Wood Audubon Nelson Boy Grey Wood DURBAR HANDICAP (in harness), of 400 sovs. 2m. Kotuku Jack Whispering Rey Logan Lyonwood Willie Stunt Artist •Succession Le Todd Harold Honour Bright Direct Wood Burwood Machine Gun Napland Zolock Palm Lord Bingen Man o' War William Escapade Hustler the Great Lady Embrace Trimmer Charles Dixie Menember Author Jinks Haunui Locanda Child Peter Swift Pan Van Hoon Hay Van Rich Loganholrao Ayr Jolly Chimes Peter Nantwich Jolly Pet McKinney Avenger HARVEST HANDICAP (in saddle), of 150 sovs. 11m. Ha! Chimes Logan Lily King Sajidy Actor Auto Minto Loeanda'a •Hapier Scottish Maid General Quality His Majesty Hucu Denver Hylas Planet Bonalena Genuine Whitebait Auto Newcourt Jock's Pal Tahoe The Pointer Kreislcr Golden Lulu Lad Springtime Bubbles D'Artagnan Wco Gu3 Okoura Great Form Brigand La Sonnctfc Panto Exclusive Sundown Gibraltar Sahib Schoolmale Jackie Ariki St. Bridget Audubon Peter King AUTUMN HANDICAP (in harness), of 150 sovs. 2m. KatoThorpo Surfboard "Will Soon Boldena Mac Dilloa Peter Elect Actor Kyand Our Bird Logan Maid Scottish Herbihvyn Shadowland Maid Rewanui My Sonny Afton Water Wenlo Greatform Thraneen Bingenv/ood Great Earl Mavis Wood First Imperial Routino Amy Audubon Jessie Huon Marlindo Great Event Yoicks King Pointer UTILITY HANDICAP (in harness), of 150 sovs. 2m. Wee Olga, Drifting Nelson's Carwood Spec Guest Nelson Wood Connie Gold Digger Little Johnnie Audubon Peter Felix Silurian Bed Peter Sarsaparilla Avalanche Great Amazon St. Petrox Nellie Hugo Peter tho Nelson Wood Kempton First Commander Micky Lord Tracey Bingen Audubon Nelson Boy ~ Trampfast Tamerlane Sea. Queen Greywood Leo Bellman KAKAIA HANDICAP (in harness), of 225 sovs. IJm. Lyonwood Oboe M. Harold Thorpe. Moor Chimes ' Wilkes Aryan Chief Honour Trimmer William the Bright Author Jinks Great Haydock Bold Bill Harbour Berenico Diamond Light Locanda Child Lady Child Van Rich Wildwood Hoon Hav Holly Chimes Pan Yan Ayr " Jolly Pet Logan Holme Nantwich Hey Logan Daisy Avenger Mac De Oro Pointer Albert Logan Double Event Grey Cloud Direct Wood Harold Irish Napland Burwood Whispers Man o' War Eufino Ben ivlac Golden Sim FAREWELL HANDICAP (in saddle), of 150 sovs. lm. Drono Krcisler Auto Hal Chimes Springtime Acco Hylas Ocean Spray Golden Lulu Lad Brigand Bubbles D'Artagnan Van Kicli Dillon Gold Panto Ariki School Mate Logan Lily Lochree Irish Edith Logan Lad Whispers Locanda Poter King Nipper Nepia Eosio Nut Marley Dillon Jock's Pal

MENANGLE RACES. (BS CABLE —PRESS ASEOCIAA'ION—COPYRIGHT.) (AUSTRALIAN AND N.Z. CABLE ASSOCIATION.) (Received April sth, 10.45 p.m.) SYDNEY. April 5. Results at tho Jtenanglc Meeting include: — BACK TO MENANGLE PARK HANDICAP, of 200 sovs. REONUI 8-13 . . .. 1 Coolgong 8-0 .. " Searißk 8-8 .. 3 Seventeen starters. Won by n long neck. Time, 1.31. JUMPERS' FLAT RACE. BUNDROWSE 0-9 .. ..1 Aberfeldy 9-0 .. " Woomera 9-7 .. 3 Eight starters. Won by a head. Time, 1.57.