THE TURF.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1280, 8 November 1911, Page 9

THE TURF.

MELBOURNE CUP. BIG FIELD GOES TO THE POST. TRAFALGAR BEATEN, THE PARISIAN WINS EASILY GREAT CROWD PRESENT. Bj Tclerraph—Press Association-Copyright (Rec. November 7, 6.40 p.m.) ' Melbourne, November 7. iho Melbourne Cup and other events in connection with tho V.11.C. meeting were run at Flemington to-day. As was expected, the crowd iu all parts was a record. A spacious betting ring was crowded to suffocation long belovo tho .first race startej, while seating accomjuodation was hopeless for the great crowd pouring in. Tho weather was hot, and, although a south breeze tempered the sun on the heights, tho crowd rendored the atmosphere of tho paddock so trying that many ladies fainted. Tho biggest crowd of bookmakers ever brought together wero rinhed for business, the crowd lighting to get bets. Lord Denman, as the reS i 1 1. • a . P o ' o accident, appeared 1 ar P ' n ft s " n <> a "d 11 Mack eye. When the Cup horses appeared, thousands wore lined up on the hillsides across the river, and thousands of others on tho other side had no hopo of seeing tho lace. The great Trafalgar was cheered on appearance, and closely watched at every stage. Ho was lying in a handy position at tho river turn, and flattered the hopes of his admirers, but instead of gaining tho chestnut lost ground, while The Parisian dashed out full of running. Results CUP HURDLE RACE, a sweepstake of • 3 sovs. each, with 300 sovs. added. Two miles. Jlr. P. S. Clement's b. g. Forest Prince, oyrs., 9st. 41b 1 Battery, lOst. 121b. ..: 2 Rosevalo, list 3 I'ourteen others started. Won by a length, with a head between second and third. Time, 3miii. 43 3-ssec. RAILWAY HANDICAP, of 300 sovs. Six furlongs. Mr. H. Alan Currio's be. h. Mala, by Malster—La France, oyrs., list. 51b. 1 Sharpshooter, 7st. 101b 2 Blast, Ost, 81b 3 Thirteen others started. Blast led into the courso proper from Orvicto, Elvonite, and Mala.' Tho last-named put in a lino run, ■ and though challenged by Sharpshooter, won by a short neck. Half a lenpth separated second and third. Time, lmin. UJsec. NURSERY HANDICAP, of 300 sovs.. Fivo furlongs and a iinlf. Kathlca, 7st. 71b 1 Flask, fist. 91b 2 llayrah, 7st. lib 3 Twenty others started. Eathlea led all tho way, and won by three-quarters of a length, with half a head between'second and third. Time, lmin. BJsec. MELBOURNE CUP, a handicap sweepstake of 30 sovs. each, with 7000 sovs. added, 'and a trophy value 100 sovs. Second horse receives 1100 sovs. and tho third ho'rse 700 sovs. out of the stake. Two miles. Mr. J. F. Kirby's br, g. The Parisian, by Bobadil—The Parisienne, Gvrs., Bst. 91b. .................. (R.. Cameron) 1 Mr. It. Crawford s b. h. Flavian, by Flavus—l'ostea, syrs„ 7st. 51b. ~ (Lambert) 2 Mr,.F. Merton's b. g. Didns, by Positano—Dodo, aged, 7st. Gib. OY- 11. Smith) 3 Messrs. Williamson and Mansfield's br. h. Cadonia, by Prudent King —Enoona, 4yrs., Bst. 91b. (R. Lewis) 4 Also started: Trafalgar, 9st. 91b.; Comedy King, 9st. 71b.; Bridge, Bst. 51b.; Aurofodina, Bst. 51b.; Britain, Bst. lib.: Ilavel, Bst. lib.; Lord Nolan, 7st. 131b.; Sandbath (inc. 71b. penalty), 7st. 121b.; Jacamar, 7st. 111b.; Diabolo, ;7st.-91b. ; Posadas, 7st. 91b.; Riffian, 7st. 81b.; Kille (imp.), 7st. Blb. j ; Duke Foot, 7st. 71b.: Cisco (inc.-Sib,-penalty), 7st. 01b.; Prizefighter, 7st. 31b.; Flaith,-7st.. lib.;- Glue 7st. lib.; -Adgio, 7st. lib.; Hartfcll, 7st! 1 lib.; Mutilator; Ost. 131b.; Ladies' Man, bst. 101b.; Alarm, Gst. 91b.; Piastre, Gst. 81b.; Hieracidea, 6st. 81b.; Crown Grant,Gst. 71b. ; Indiscreet, Gst. 71b.; Marled, Gst. 71b.; Camballo, 6st. 71b.; Woad, Gst. 71b. Flavian, Ladies' Man, Piastre, Britain, and Hartfcll were first to show out. Cisco led past the stand slightly in front of Posadas. Then camo Flaith, Aurofodina, Didns, Prizefighter, Hartfcll, Flavian, and Ladies' Man. Didus ran into third placc soon after, and tlieu came Camballo, Hartfell, Ladies' Man, Crown Grant, w*ith Trafalgar on the outside, and Flavian, Prizefighter, Tho Parisian, Sandbath, and Duke Foote, with Gluo last. Approaching tho bridge Aurofodina passed Cisco,-ftijd Flavian took fifth placo, then coming Jacamar, . Comedy King, Britain, Trafalgar, The Parisian, Ladies' Man, and Prizefighter. Aurofodina maintained command to the river turn, whero Jacamar moved up into third place, with Trafalgar lying fifth. Jacamar moved into second place soon after, arid then came Didus, Sandbath, Comedy King, and The Parisian. The last-named thon dashed out, and led up tho straight, pursued by Flavian, Didus, and Comedy King, but Trafalgar was falling back, plainly beaten. Th<\ Parisian drew away and won comfortably by two lengths, whilo a head separated second and third. Comedy King was fifth and Trafalgar ninth. Time, 3min. 27isec. CUP STEEPLECHASE, of 300 sovs. About two miles. Mr. C. Gricc's b. g. Lord Emms, Gyrs., lost. 31b :...... 1 Alert Dream, Ost. 81b 2 Altar Boy, 9st. Gib 3 Nine others started. Lord Emms led all the way, and won by six lengths. Altar Boy was a bad third. Time, lmin. 12soc. YAN YEAN STAKES, 'of 300 sovs. One mile Mr. T. Hannan's ch. 111. Lager, by Malster—Egale, 4vrs., Ost. 21b 1 Burston, bst. '91b •• Korlie, Bst. 121b 3 Eleven others started. Won by a length and three-quarters, v:ith half a length between second and third,. I'iuie, lmin. 40sec. THE WINNING JOCKEY. Ronald Cameron, who rode The Parisian to victory in the Melbourne Cup, is a native of Wanganui, and celebrated his twenty-first birthday as jeccntly as January 25 last. He began riding at the age of 14 under trainer J. Mailer, at I'almerston North, and was very successful for some seasons, his wins including tho Foxton Cup, the Canterbury Cup, and tho New Zealand St. Leger on Signur; tho Feilding Cup 011 Bourrasque, and many other races. Cameron made his fust appearance in the saddle in Victoria during the autumn of 1908 when be rode Dusky Morn in the Newmarket Handicap. A season later ho was again in Victoria, ahd piloted Signor into second place in the Esscndon Stakes, third place in tho Australian Cup, and second place in tho Champion Stakes. Going on to Sydney, Cameron wot the All Aged Stakes 011 Montcalm in the record time of lmin. !l7|sec. for the mile. Later he made a trip to New Zealand, and then returned to take up his residenco in Melbourne. Since then he has been singularly successful in important races, his wins including the Randwick Plate on Trafalgar, and Oakleigh Plate and Caulfiold Futurity Stakes on Blairgour. Last year he wius second in the Melbourne Cup on Trafalgar, and this year 110 has earned what is perhaps tho greatest honour sought bv any jockey in Australa-sia. Cameron is very popular with owners 011 uccount of his shlc of riding and his gentlemanly demeanour. THE PARISIAN. Tho following note of The Parisian's form appeared in the Sydney "Reforco": —At 2 years did not race, aad form at 3 years only moderate. At 4 years won Hamilton Cup, U mile, Ost.; Warrnambnol Cup, 1 mile 3 furlongs, Ost.; and V.li.C. L'oreena Handicap, 11 mile, Bst. 81b., 2min. 37!sce. Was backed early for last Melbourne Cup, but had to 1)6 withdrawn, owing to one of his feet giving trouble; but in the autumn, wfth "st. 71b., lie fairly ran away with the Australian Cup. 2.t miles, "st. 71b., in 3niin. 57{506-, Apple Pie, 7st. 101b., running second, and Diabolo, 7st. 131b., third. Then was heavily backed for the SydneyCup with Bst. 121b., but owing to his foot again bothering him, he did not show up. At the same meeting ran well with Ost. 21b. in the City Handicap, 1 mile 5 furlongs, won by Aurofodina, 7st.

(lb. At Flemington at the commencement of last month was third witli 9st. lib. to Flavian, Ost. lib., and Radiator, 7st. 111b., in the October Stakes, 1} mile; but was subsequently a bad fourth (five runners) in the Caulfiold Stakes, tho distance, nino furlonjjs, being too short for him. Receiving solid support, and is improving with work. A thorough stayer, and therefore deserving of respect.

NEW ZEALAND CUP MEETiNG.

THIRD DAY'S ACCEPTANCES. (By Telegraph.—Press Association.) Christchurch, November 7. Tile following acceptances hive been received for tho third day of tho Canter.bury Jockov Club's meeting:— SUBURBAN HURDLES, of 200 sovs. Once round and a distance.—Hawick, lOst. 131b.; .Master Paul, lOst. Gib.;'ldealism, lOst. Gib.; Gaelic, lUst. 51b.; Passive, lOst. 21b.; To Whetu, 9st. 111b.; Tyrannic, Ost, 21b.; Gold Pin, 9st.; Miio, 9st.; Glenfield, Ost.; Dan Leno, 9st. SPRING NURSERY HANDICAP, of 350 sovs. Four furlongs—Winning Way, 9st. 31b.; Lady Georgia, Bst. 51b.; Bandore, Sst. 31b.; Champagne, 7st, 121b., Shona May, 7st. 91b.; Editah, 7st. 91b.; Myx, 7st'. 91b.; Scottish Star, 7st.; Gnome, 7st.; Art, Gst. 131b.; Anna Carlovna, Gst. 111b.; Peroneal, Gst. 111b.; Special Form, Gst. 101b.; Athenic, Gst. 101b. OTAIO PLATE, of 300 sovs. One milt and a half.—Mendip, lOst. 71b.; St. Aidan, 9st. 111b.; Rose Noble, 9st. 91b.; Coroniform, 9st. 91b.; Goodwin Park, 9st. 51b.; Kilosteri, 9st. 31b.; Cronstadf, Sst. 131b.; Outlandor, Sst. 111b.; Passive, Sst. lOlb.j Mumnra, Sst. 91b.; Midnight Sun, Sst. 81b.; True Knight, Bst- 21b. JOCKEY CLUB HANDICAP, of 750 sovs. Ouo mile.—Boanerges, Sst. 121b.; Bliss, Bst. 101b.; Electrakoff, Sst. 81b.; Miss Mischief, Bst. 81b.; Undecided, Sst. 71b.; Dazzling, 7st. 1311).; Form by, 7st. 121b.; Byron, 7st. 121b.; I'arable, Gst. 131b.; Stepmeter, Gst. 121b.; The Cornet, Gst. 121b. AVON WELTER HANDICAP, of 300 sovs. Seven furlongs.—Faunus, Ost. 101b.; Dearest, Sst. 81b.; Patriotic, Ost. 71b.; Birkline, Ost. 21b.; Medallist, Bst. 111b.; Merry Frank, Sst'. 111b.; Bonny Glen, Bst. 111b.; Rurilc, Sst. lllb.; North Pole, bst. 101b.; Colleen Mary, Sst. 81b.; Kilts, Sst. 71b.; Ireland, Est. 71b.; Fisticuff, Bst. 61b.; Lady Moutoa, Sst. 51b.; Floater, 7st. 121b.; San Lass, 7st. 101b.; Beacon, 7st. 71b.; Turna, 7st. 71b.; Nithsdalo, 7st. 71b.; Amalgam, 7st. 71b. CANTERBURY CUP, of 700 sovs. Two miles and a quarter.—Goldfinder. Ost.; Vice-Admiral, 9st.; Domino, 9st.; Martine, Sst. 91b.; and Masterpiece, 7st. 31b.

METROPOLITAN T.C. MEETING.

LADY CLARE WINS CUP. IBy Telegraph.—Preas Association.) Christchurch, November 7Tho New Zealand Metropolitan Club's spring meeting opened to-day at Addington in beautiful weather. The New Zealand Trotting Cup, of 1000 sovs., which was tho "star" event 011 the day's card, drew a large attendance. The course was in capital order, and the lawns and enclosures havo' never looked better. Tho tota'lisator investments were .£27,418, as compared with iC17,03G for the corresponding day last year. Results:— SPRING HANDICAP (in saddle), of 150 sovs. Two miles.—Tho Next, Usee., 1; Moa Dilion, 2; Link, 3. Also started: To Kuiti, sci'.; Treasure Seeker, scr.; Marley, lsec.; Lord Cardigan, ssec.; Fruncita, 7scc.; Armamento, 7sec.; Dorothy V, Usee.; Clinton, Usee.; and General Black, llsec. Time, -lmin. 57 4-Ssec. LADIES' BRACELET (in harness), ot 75 sovs. One mile and a half.—Aotearoa, 6se<:., 1; Lady Rattoo, 2; Merry May, 10 sec, 3. Also started: Lincoln, Junr., 1 sec.; Posio G., 2sec.; Prince liaynard, 3. sec.; Welcome Jack, 3sec.; Eunice, 3sec.; Innisfail, Gsee.; Belle Elmore, Ksec.; Corbel], 6sec.; Wallet, Gsec.; Blooming Heather, Gsec.; Black Link, Gsec.; Gee Wlnz, 7sec.; Winter Rose, 7sec.; Pleasant Child, Bsec. (couplcd with Posie G); Cynisea, Ssec.; Royal Child. Ssee.; Yellow liibbon, Bsec. and Bessie Child, lOsec. (coupled); Maggie Wylie, lOsec.; Lincolnette, lOsic. (coupled with Merry May). Time, Stniii. 47sc-c. NEW ZEALAND CUP (in harness), of 1000 sovs., second horse 200 sovs., and third 100 60vs. from the stake.' 4.-10 class. Two miles. Mr. W. H. F. Clinton's b. m. Lady Clare, by Prince Imperial, 6yrs., Mr. S. Tapp's b. g. Dick Fly, aged., 2soc ?. Mr. E. Bowes's b. li. A 1 Franz, 6yrs., ■ isec 3 Also started: Mr. Preecc's b. h. Bright, Gyrs., scr.; Mr. D. Nyhan's b. h. navoc, Gyrs., lsec.; Mr. J. Jeff's b. g. Wilkie, aged, lsec.; Mr. J. G. M'C'onochie's br. g. Abcrfeldy, aged, 2sec.; Mr. G. Clarfcsoa's b. g. Redchild, aged, 3scc.; Mr. 1,. Dorie's br. h. Bribery, Gyrs., 4sec.; Messrs. Quirk and Shaw's b. h. Medallion, aged, lsec.; Mr. G. Hood's b. in. Imperial Polly, aged, isec. Abcrfeldy and Lady Clare and Dick Fly and Redchild were coupled. The field did not get away at the first attempt, owing to Bribery's driver being over anxious- When they were sent away, Medallion refused to leavo the marlc. Lady Clare at once took the inside running, with Imperial Polly, A 1 Franz, and Dick Fly next. This was tho order runniug round tho turn and into the straight. Passing the stand the first time, Lady Clare, was showing tho way to Imperial Polly, Dick Fly, and Wilkie, while Bright, Aberfcldy, and Havoc wore nt tho head of the rest of the field, which was, at this stage, very much strung out. There was practically no change going out of the straight, and along tho back, but at the tanks A 1 Franz had run into second place. Rounding tho turn into the straight for tho second time, Lady Clare still held her place in front, \vith Al Franz, Dick Fly, Imperial Polly, and Aberfeldy next in order, whilo Havoc and Redchild were coming fast 011 the outside. Going round tho turn out of the straight and along tho back, Lady Clare had as her nearest attendants Al Franz, Dick Fly, and Redchild, close together, with Havoc and Aberfeldy next, the field now beins[ well bunched. Turning into the straight for the final round, Al Franz was in scraKid place behind Lady Clare, with Dick Fly, Abcrfeldy, Bright, and Havoc close up next. Dick Fly put in a strong run in the final stages, but, though he cut down Al Franz, he could not reach Lady Clare, who won by a length. Al Franz was a neck behind Dick Fly, with Redchild a similar distance away fourth. Then came Aberfeldy, Bright, and Havoc. Time, 4min. 38sec. Bribery was pulled up after going a round and walked in very lame. EMPIRE HANDICAP (in saddle), of 175 sovs-, smin. class. Two miles—Adonis, lOsec-, 1; Miss Florrie C, scr., 2; Ferira, 3. Also ran: Electrocute, 2sec.; Bonification, Ssec.; Princo Wilken, flsec.; Wild Tree,' Bscc.; Havelock, llsec.; Esma, 12 see.; Gladsome, 12sec.; Rolf Boldrewood, Usee.; Bellwind, 15sec.; Wild Victor, 1G sec. Time, lmin. 17 l-sscc. RICCARTON HANDICAP (in harness), of 150 sovs.-Ono mile and a half.— Schoolgirl, Ssec., 1; Andy Regan, lOsec., 2; Childe Beldon, lOsec., 3. Also started: Fusee, scr.; T.F.C., lsec.; Prince Rufus, 2sec.; Pinewood, -lsec.; Onawa, 7sec.; Hazelfielrt, ; Lord Heathcote, lOsec.; Nancy Marley, lOscc.; Kini, lOsec.; Lady Disdain,'lOsec-; Wallace M., lOsec.; Lionetto, llscc.; Idaho, 12scc.; Delia, 12sec. Time, 3niia. 31 3-sseo. MIDDLETON HANDICAP (in saddle), 'of 200 sovs. Two miles.—Coiner, Msec., 1; Muricata, 22?.ec., 2; Ngarata, llsec., 3. Also started: Quincey, scr.; Piothville, 5 sec.; Violet M., llsec.; Lignite, llsec.; Treasure Seeker, Usee.; Sir Joe, llsec.; Lord Cardigan, 16sec.; Lula Child, IGsec-; Clovewood, IGsec.; Miss Ngapara, IGsec.; Woodbell, 1750 c.; Salt Air, lOsec.; Prince Gift, 19scc.; J.C.H., 22sec. Time, lmin. 52st-c. AU REVOIR HANDICAP (in harness), of 150 sovs. One mile.—Princess Tracey, Bs?c., 1; Little Tib, ssec., 2; Clotah, 8 sec., 3. Also started: Piecework, scr.; Troubadour, Ssee-j Elsa Huon, Ssec.;and Ripon Child, (isoc. Time, 2min. 21scc. ST. ALBANS HANDICAP, in saddle, of 150 sovs. One mile.—Blue Rose, Gscc., 1; lola, Gsec., 2; Dayspring, ssec., 3. Also started: Millie C., scr.; lanto, 3sec.; Prince Randlc, 3sec.; Ashwind, -lsec.; Pinewood, -lsec.; Dollar Princess, Gscc.; Ned Corbett, 7sec.; Vieivmont, Gscc._ Won by tlirco lengths. Time, 2min. 21 l-ssec.

LADY MEDALLIST.

"WILL NEVER BE FOR SALE." Mr. E. G. Blumo, who purchased Lndy Medallist from the New /calami sportsman, Mr. .r. J5. Rei<l, last year, is not goinj; to part with tlie St. Alwyne mare. In rt'ijlv to the rumour that he had either sold Lady Medallist or intended (loins so ! 't the end of the year, he announced in Melbourne last Friday wwk that site will never be for sale. At Iho closo of her racing career sho will be retired to "Mr. Craven's" stud in Queens-

land, it bring her owner's intention to purchase a high-class stallion iu England and to go in for brooding 011 an extensivel scale. A writer in Rockhampton, Queensland, Rives the following note of the Queensland sportsman I The owner of Lady Medallist, Mr. E. G. lilunie, is a wellknown pastoral man in our Central Western Districts, and his generous support of the turf and other branches of sport has always brought him great popularity. The inaro was heavily baclied here for tho Caulfiold Cup, and the win by our district sportsman was very greatly appreciated. A few of our station men pinned their faith very solidly iu "Mr. Craven's" mare, and are now' very jubilant.

NOTES AND COMMENTS.

SOME JOTTINGS ON OAKS DAY. fEr Glencob.] To-day is ladies' day at Riccarton—socalled because the principal event is tho Oaks, a race confined exclusively to three-year-old fillies. A good field has been paid up for in this racc. Amongst the prominent candidates are Counterfeit, Peirene and Bronze. In tho Canterbury Clip the Derby winner, Masterpiece, will have to assail tiie older horses. Vice-Admiral is so very yell at present that he is likely to displace the three-year-old as favourite. Domino, at level weights, can hardly hope to beat the Cup winner. Neither can Martine. Cioldfinder is an unlikely runner. Tho handicap events have filled well. Tho best horses have dropped out of the Hurdle Raco, and, in tho absence of Espartero, Idealism will carry the bulk of the public money. Tyrannic is coming on with every gallop, and new blood—Dan Leno and Cilanfleld —is found low down m the list. Bandore, by Gold Reef—Mandala, who won at her first start in 'Wellington, is a fresh candidate to-day. She will meet the Welcome Stakes winner, Winning Way, on a stone better terms. The coursc is four furlongs, a.nd the presence of this pair alone will make tho race interesting. Patriotic is such a consistent horse, and> so verv well just now that, despito his big load, lie is likely to be favourite 111 the Avon Welter. Dearest is on the improve, and inav run prominently, and so should Birkline, who, on Treutham form, appears likely to bo wherever Patriotic is. Most people are aware that Byron got a very bad run in the C.J.C. Derby. This will cause backers to turn their attention to him in the Jockey Club mile, in which tho Wellington Cup winner, -Miss Mischief, will be bracketed with him. The light-weight has his Champion Plate victory to recommend him, and will also be ridden by B- Deeley. Efjuitas will be making her first appearance at the meeting in the Electric Plate, in which she will bo ridden by A. Oliver. It is a big task for an aged mare t'o conecde weight to two-year-olds, over four furlongs, but the Advance maro is so very brilliant that she may accomplish it. I'nll Rate is being shipped home from Lyttelton to-morrow night, and will not be started again at tho C.J.C. meeting. Advices received from Christchurch yesterday stated that Mr. G. I". Moore's Charlemagne II —Ma Mie Rosetto filly was sold for 300gns., the purchaser being Mr. B. Coyle. Tho Boniform—Helen Portland fiily also realised SOOgns., being secured by Mr. Alexander, owner of Goodwin Park. At the Christchurch yearling sales yesterday "Mr. Highden" purchased a Martian— Cuiralba tilly for 230gns. Mr. Lan Duncan gave 50gns. for a Sarto—Tourmaline filly. The top price reached was 310 gns„ at which Sir Geo. Clifford secured a filly by Martian—Hebrew Maid. Weights for the Feilding Jockey Club's meeting will be declared on Monday nest. Owners are reminded that nominations for the Woodvillo Jockey Club's meeting close on November 18.

FIXTURES.

November 8 and 11—Canterbury J.C. Metropolitan. Nov 25 ami 30—Feilding J.C. Spring. December 2G and 29. and January 1 and i. —Auckland R.C. Summer.

SHANNON ITEMS.

* A meeting of the Makerua Drainage Board was held at Tokomaru on Tuesday, when Messrs. H. Greig (chairman), J. Liggins, J. W. Batchelar, and E. J. Armstrong (secretary) woro present. On November 5 the local Amateur Dramatic Company will present "tho Balloon"—a farcical comedy by Mr. J. 11. Darnley and G. Manvillo Feim. The following is the cast:—Captain Cameron, Mr. J. W. Batchelar; Mr. Aubrey Fitziohn, Mr. J. T. Bovis; Dr. Boyton, Mr. E. J. Iving; P. C. Todd, Mr. W. Whyte; David, Mr. E. Perry; Dr. Glynn, Mr. J. Tilling; Miss Vere, Miss M. Woodmass; Grace Wentworth, Miss M. Monteith; Mrs. Rippendale, Mrs. W. Norman; Mrs. Theresa Fitzjohn, Mrs. E. White. The society's orchestra, under the direction of Miss O. Laurvig, will supply tho music.