THE RACING WORLD

Dominion, Volume 18, Issue 104, 28 January 1924, Page 8

THE RACING WORLD

LOVESIGN. WINS SUMMER HANDICAP AT TRENTHAM

GLOAMING STILL CHAMPION

CITY HANDICAP WON BY CIVILITY

The Wellington Racing Club’s summer meeting was brought to a successful conclusion at Trentham on Saturday. 'There was another large attendance of the public,-who were treated to an ideal Summer’s day. The racing was interest 'ingall day. Gloaming made his reappearance on the track and was greeted with loud applause. He won his race in good style and on returning to weigh in was further applauded. The little-fancied Lovesign ran away with the Summer Handicap and Civility won the City Handicap in decisive fashion. The state of the track can be judged from the times recorded in the various races, ...

HIGH WEIGHT HANDICAP, Th© High Weight Handicap was a jrreat betting event, Carawock finishing up the actual favourite. Eonmark, Palamon, Malingerer and Santiago led past’the stand, but going out of the straight Palamon had pulled to the front, followed by Epnanark, Malingerer and Santiago, with the favourite and Vagabond tailed off. Palamon was in front at the home turn, but Santiago ran past him followed by Carawock. The latter was in front at rhe two furlongs, when Vagabond came through with a strong challenge. He, however, could not reach the favourite, who won. by a bare length. Malingerer was a poor third, and San- . tiago next. WATERLOO STAKES. Gloaming made his reappearance in Uhe Waterloo Stakes. .He was, .of course, a very short priced favourite, but there was a little money for Nigger Minstrel and Glentruin. The trio went away in a line, but with half a furlong gone Nigger Minstrel ■was a length in front with the favourite and Glentruin together. The two-year-old was first into the straight, with Gloaming on his heels. At the distance Gloaming and Glentruin were on terms with the leader. Young kicked his mount and he forged ahead, holding his advantage to the post. He was a neck in front of Glentruin, who beat Nigger Minstrel by three parts of a length. HOPEFUL STAKES. Lady Bentinck was a good first choice for the, Hopeful Stakes Handicap, others in demand being Rachael and Siaosi. Subjection was slow to move off, and _ Bon March chopped • round and. unshipped her rider. Lady Bentinck and 1 Bonideer piloted the field on the course proper, with Falladeen, Rachael, and Lady Isinglass next. Lady Bentinck and Bonideer were in charge at the two furlongs, but the latter was stopping. Lady Bentinck finished best, and won by three parts of a length from the fast finishing Siaosi, who came on the outside of the field. Lake Uru also finished well, and was a neck behind the second horse. Rachael was fourth, and Bonideer next. MELROSE HANDICAP. Ihapotoa, Penelephon, the Higgins bracket (Parorangi and Sir Pam), and Basso were supported in that order for the Melrose Handicap. Kilris was first out from Panim, Imperial Spark, Ihapotoa, and Pantagruel. When the field settled down Panim was in front and had as his attendants Penelophon, Ihapotoa. Star Ranger, and gruel. Penelophon was first into the straight, ahead of Panim, Ihapotoa, and Pantagruel. The leader held her own and went on to win by a good length from Ihapotoa, with Pantar gruel two lengths away third. Bayana was fourth, Kilris fifth, and Passe and Koauau together next. SUMMER HANDICAP. All started in the Summer Handicap, Gold Light, Enthusiasm, and Roseday being the most sought after Ares wag first away, but he soon lost his place to Quest, Lovesign, and Counter Attack, Enthusiasm being last. Quest and Lovesign were together rounding the far bend, Martian Miss, Wild Hind, and Chimera being next. The leading pair wore the same at the turn, where Gold Light moved up into third position. Once in a line for home Lovesign ran away from the field and won easily by three lengths. Roseday, who came on the outside over the last two furlongs, beat Gold Light for second money by nearly two lengths. Queen March was fourth, Wild Hind fifth, and Ares next. Enthusiasm never improved her position at any part of the journey. CONSOLATION HANDICAP. Highland was a pronounced favourite for the Consolation Handicap, but there was also money for Bonetter and Mantua. A fine start saw Ardour rfm to the front, and going cut of the straight she was followed by Mantua, Winning Hit, and Zero _ Hour, with Highland tailed off. Ardour led past the mile post, where Winning Hit passed Mantua, Zero Hour still being fourth. The order was the same at the seven furlongs, Bonetter being in fifth position. Highland was moving up at the five furlongs, lut at the half-mile the order was Ardour, Winning Hit, Koatane, Zero Hour, and Bonetter, with Mantua last. Winning Hit and Ardour were on terms on entering the straight, but the latter soon fell away. Little River came through just above the distance, y hile Bonetter also made her run. The former had the most in reserve and came in first by two lengths. Mantua, on the rails, with a late effort cut Bonetter out of second money by half a length. Ardour was fourth, Winning Hit fifth, and Zero Hour* uext. CITY HANDICAP. Tulda, Rational, and Economist were all well backed in the City Handicap, but they were not in the hunt nt the finish. A bunch came down tn to the course proper, the colours of Civility, Kerb, Tukia. and Rational being prominent. Civility was first 'into the straight, and from then on never looked like losing, eventually winning by two lengths. Last Crust camo very strongly at the finish and beat Tukia by a head. Santonio was fourth and Rational and Kerb next.

KAITOKE HANDICAP. A surprise packet in Giantkiller won tho Kaitoke Handicap in the last few strides, downing Piquant, v’ho was always in the front, by a head. Geranial, who was in the first crowd all the way, just kept going long enough to jnake a dead heat for third money with th.a f as t finishing Entro Nous, -

DETAILS QF .THE RACING WALLACEVILLE HIGH - WEIGHT HANDICAP, of 350 sovs; second horse to receive 70 sovs., and third 35 sovs., from the stake. One mile andl a half. 1 Mr C. Boyle’s ch. g. Carawock, by Spalpeen—Sylvia Park mare, 6yrs., lOst. 61b. ... (Hi Gray) 1 2 Mr. W. R. Kemball’s b. g. Vagabond, by Martian —Gipsv Girl, aged. list. 81b. (R. S. Bagby) 2 ,6 Mr. H. W. Johnson’s blk. g. Malingerer, by Black Dove — Miss Vamoos, aged, 9st. 31b. (T. Young) 3 Also started: 4 Palamon, lOst. 91b. (A. S. Ellis) ; 3 Santiago, lOst. s]b. (P. Rayner) ; 5 Eonmark, 9st. 21b. (L. G. Morris). , Won by half & length, four lengths betwfeen second and third. Time, 2 min. 35 2-ssec., (Winner trained by J. W. Lowe, Trentham.) WATERLOO STAKES, of 750 sovs., second horse to receive 150 sovs., and! third 75 sovs., from stake. ? "Weight-for-age. Six furlongs. 1 Mr. G. D. Greenwood’s b. g. Gloaming, by The Welkin — Light, aged, 9st. 11b. (G. Young) 1 3 Messrs. Chisholm and Macdonald’s ch. m. Glentruin, by Sunflower II. —Castelline, aged, 9st. 81b. (ino. 101 b. penalty). (M. McCarten) 2 2 Mr. T. H. Lowry’s b. c. Nigger Minstrel, by All Black—Aurarius, 2yrs., 6st. 121 b. (W. Bagby) 3 The only starters. ’ Won bv a neck. Nigger a similar distance back. Time, Imin. 12 l-sseo. (Winner trained by R. J Mason, Riccarton.) HOPEFUL STAKES HANDICAP, of SoOsovs., second horse to receive 70 sovs., and third 35sovs. from the stake; for two-year-olds. Five furlongs. IMr. G. F. Moore’s br. g. Lady Bentinck, by Absurd—Bonny Portland, Bst. 91b. (J. Barry) 1 3 Mr. H. L. Russell’s br. c. Siaosi, bv Elysian—Civilisation, Bst. 21b ’(H. Gray) 2 8 Mr. R. O’Donnell’s b. g. Lake Uru, by Sunny Lake —Arai-te-Uru, 6st. 101 b. ... (W. Tippetts) 3 Also started: 6 Lady Isinglass,’7st. 121 b. ID. Butler); 4 Falladeen. Bst. OGb. (inc. 211 b. over) (C. H. Reed); 10 Gay Queen, 7st. 4|lb. (inc. 2}lb. over) (A. Rowlands') ; 2 Rachael, 6*t. 121 b. (W Bagby); 9 Slump, 7st. Ijlb. (inc. 441 b. over) (C. Robertson); 7 Subiection, 6st. 101 b. (T. Metcalf); 5 Bonideer. 6st. 91b. (O. Voight); 11 Bon March, 6st. 101 b. (inc. 31b. over) (Walls). ' Won by three-quarters of a length, third horse a neck back. Time, 1 min. (Winner trained by O. Cox, Hawera.) MELROSE HANDICAP, of 35050v5., second horse to receive 70sovs., and the third 35sovs. from the stake. Seven furlongs. 2 Mr. J. D. Ormond’s b. g. Penelophan, by- King Mark — Hot, 3yrs., Bst. 111 b. (F. Waddell) 1 1 Mr. G Johnston’s ch.m. Ihapotoa, by Potoa —Ihapuna, 6vrs.. 9st. (A. Oliver) 2 5 Mr. C. Elgar’s b. g. Pantagruel, by Panmure —Adelicia, 3yrs., Bst. lib (H. Young) 3 Also started: 10 All Marimba, Bst. 71b. (A. Griffiths); 4 Basso, Bst. 71b. (M. McCarten); 9 Star Ranger, Bst. 51b. (A. Evans); 6 Kilris, Bst. 41b. (C. Reed); 3 Parorangi, Bst. 31b. (H Gray); 3 Sir Pam, 7st. 111 b. (C. Robertson); 8 Imperial Spark, Bst. lib. (J. 1 Barry); 15 Good Mark, Bst. (D. Cotton) ; 7 Bayana. 7st. 111 b. (inc. lib. over) (A. Reed); 14 Goldspinner, 7st 71b. CT. Metcalf); 16 Heathcote, 7st. 71b. (D. Butler) ; 13 Sunshot, 7st. 51b. (W. Bagby); 12 Panim, 7st. (inc. 51b. all) (J. Ramsden) : 11 Koauau, 6st. 111 b. (inc. 31b. all) (R. H. Burns); 17 Merry Singer, 6st. 91b. (inc. 51b. a'll3 (C. Butler); 18 Fillotte, 7 st. (D. Watts). Won by a length, two lengths between second and third. Time, lmin. 27 2-ssec. (Winner trained by S. Waddell, ' Greenmeadows.) SUMMER HANDICAP, of ICCO sovs., second horse to receive 200 sovs., and third 100 sovs., from the stake. One mile. 7 Mr. J. H. Prosser’s b. m. LovCsign, by Nassau —Forrnnal, 4 yrs., 7st. 61b (T. Metcalf) 1 3 Mr. J. Richardson’s ch. g. Roseday, by Solferino—Rosalia, 6 years, 9st. 91b. (A. H. Wilson) 2 1 Mr. W. T. Hazlett’s ch. m. Gold Light, by Hymettus—Simper, 4yrs., 9st. 41b. (F. Waddell) 3 Also started: 2 Enthusiasm, Bst. lllb. (M. McCarten)'; 8 Quest, 7st. 91b. (J. Barry); 10 Chimera, 7st. 61b. (A. Stowe); 6 Martian Miss, 7st. 61b. (W. Bagby) ; 4 Queen March, 7st. 811 b.. inc. 2}lb. ovfer (A. Reed) ; 9 Counter Attack, 6st. 91b. (0. Voight). 5 Wild Hind, 6st. 71b.> (R. H. Burns); 11 Ares, 6st. 71b. (W. Tippetts). Win by three lengths, third hors? a length and a half back. Time, lmin. 37 2-sseo. (Winner trained by owner.) CONSOLATION HANDICAP, of 700 sovs., second hotse to receive 140 sovs., and third 70 sovs., from stake. One jiide and' a auarter." 6 Mr. C. F. Vallance’s b. g. Little River, by Martian —Blue Lake, 6yrs., 6st. lllb. ... (D. Watts) 1 4 Mr. A. G. Hill’s b. m. Mantua, bv Solferino —Rose Salterne, 5 yrs., 7st. lib (T. Metcalf) 2 2 Mr. W. R. Kemball’s ch. m. Bonetter, by Boniform —Brayton, aged, Bst. 21b (C. Reed) 3 Also started: 1 Highland, Bst. 131 b. (A. Reed); 3 Winning Hit, Bst. 11b. (D. Cotton); 5 Ardour, 6st. 91b. (0. Voight); 8 Koa Tane, 6st. 71b. (W.

S. BagHy); 7 Zero Hour, 6st. 71b. (C. Butler). Won by two lengths, half a length between second and third. Time, 2 min. 6seo. (Winner trained by J. J. Gravestock, Opaki.) CITY HANDICAP, of 600 eovs, second horse to receive 120 sovs., and third horse 60 sovs., from the stake. Six furlongs. 5 Mr. H. L. Russell's br. f. Civility, by Elysian—Civilisation, 3yrs., 7st. 21b (D. Watts) 1 7 Mr. T. Hardy’s br. g. Last Crust, by Bezonian —Elevonia, 3yrs., 6st. 91b (C. Butler) 2 I Mr. W. McA. Duncan’s b. f. Tukia, by Absurd —Tahua, 3 yrs., Bst. 101 b. (M. McCarten) 3 Also started: 2 Rational, 9st. 31b. (R. S. Bagby); 8 Passionless, 7st. 81b. (A. Reed); 6 Santonio, 7st. 61b. (W. Bagby); 3 Economist, 7st. 51b. (R. H. Burns); 10 Gay Juliet, 7 st. 21b. (T. Metcalf) ; 4 Kerb, 6st. 121 b (0. Voight); 9 White Comet, 6st. 71b. (W. Tippetts). Won by two lengths, a head between second and third. Time, lmin. II l-sseo (Winner trained by owner.) KAITOKE HANDICAP, of 350 sovs., second! horse to receive 70 sovs., and third 35 sovs., from the stake. Five furlongs. 14 Mr. H. A. Rhind’s ch. g. Giantkiller, by Autumnus —Brave Heart, syrs. 7st. 131 b. (inc. 21b. over) (0- Voight) 1 1 Mr. V. Riddiford’s ch. g. Piquant, by Somme Kiss —Crandell Chick, 3yrs., Bst. (A. Reed) 2 2 Mr. T H. White’s b. m. Geranial, by Solferino—Carmania, 4 years, Bst 21b (H. Gray) t 8 Mr. J. J. Corry’s b. m. Entre Nous, by Boniform —Secret Link, 4yrs., 7st. 41b. (W. Bagby) + tDead heat for third. Also started: 6 Bugle Note, 9st. B’b (R. S. Bagb*4f ; 4 Benmure, Bst. 91b (M. McCarten); 7 Muria, Bst. 601. (H. Young); 5 Goldtpwn , Bst. Alb. (G. Young); 12 Laughing Stock, Pst. 21b. (A. Evans); 13 Hytinus, 7st. 121 b. (E. Garrett); 10 Hall Mark, /st. lllb. (H. Dunn): 3 Integntv 7st lllb. CD. Cotton) : 9 Zaragoza, 7st. 91b. (J. Barry); 15 Panim, 7st. 21b. (inc. 51b. all ) (J. Ramsden); 11 White Ensign, 6st 121 b. (C. McGovern) : 16 Thurles, 6st. 71b. (inc. 31b. all.) (J. Blanche); 21 Lady Halina, 6st. 71b. (inc. 31b. all (C. Butler) ; 20 Normal Life 6st 71b (inc. 31b. all.) (W. Tippetts); 18 Lady Gay, 7st. lib. (inc. 51b. over) (D Butler) ; 19 So-lnno, 6st. ll|lb(ino. IJlb. over) (G. Ridgway): 17 Blackhead, 6st. 101 b. (C. Robinson). Won by a neck, three, lengths between second and third. Time, 59 (Winner trained by A. Wormaid, Riocarton.) * NOTES ON THE RACING (By “Glencoe.”) The publio had matters fined down well in the High Weight Handicap. There was very little difference Between Vagabond and Carawock on the machine, and very little at the •finish. The younger horse is the most improved, and with 161 b. in his favour he outstayed bis opponent. Eonmark has had enough racing so A. Oliver thinks, and he has left him behind at Trentham. . Gloaming came home in the M aterloo Stakes, and got a great reception from the crowd. In the birdcage he looked well and showed evidence of having done a lot of work. He wore a plaster bandage on his doubtful joint, but in the preliminary moved very freely. This was enough for the public, and they sent him out at the usual Gloaming price. At the barrier he drew the inside, and when the tapes were released they went off at a slow pace. This was right into the hands of the favourite and after Nigger Minstrel had led him and Glentruin on to the course proper and for another furlong Young then got busy on the favourite just as the crowd was thinking that his day of reckoning had arrived. Responding to fa couple of kicks from his rider the champion went away and scored easier than most people thought. He got a good reception from the crowd. Gloaming’s next appearance will be in the Middle Park Plate, as he was not entered for the Taranaki Stakes. Neither was Nigger Minstrel, so Glentruin will go north and get the stake. Gloaming will then meet all comers in the Jackson Stakes at Wanganui. Lady Bentinck was the correct favourite for the Hopeful Stakes, and after a scratchy start she took charge in the straight and won easily. There was a great finish for second place, and Siaosi got it from the fast finishing Lake Uru, Rachael and Bonideer. The latter showed a lot of pace, and it was only the last half furlong that found her out. Ihapotoa and Penelephon divided the machine honours in the Melrose Handicap, and how well the publio summed it up can be gauged from the fact that the pair filled the places. There was a lot of merit in the winner’s performance, for she drew a bad marble, but was soop in a good position and at the finish beat the favourite comfortably. Despite the hard time he has had Roseday saddled up well for the Summer Handicap for which he was not as well fancied as Gold Light and Enthusiasm. The top-weights were up against it for Lovesign bolted and ran a record for the . course. She got to the end of the milo in Imm. 37 2-ssec., which will show what chance the top weights had. Enthusiasm looked well, but a bad jump out beat her. Queen March ran a good race, but fourth was the best she could do at the finsh. The Wairarana -owned Little River scored in the Consolation Handicap in convincing style. He was ridden in behind for a mile, when his rider took him to the front, and he then won very easily. The runner-up was Mantua, who had a bad passage, but at the finish she got a_ good run on the inside and got up in time to defeat Bonotter, who ran a solid race. Highland was very sore in bis preliminary, and was in the rear the whole way. The connections of Rational were very satisfied with the prospects of the Absurd gblding in the City Handicap, as he had missed the jump away on the middle day. However, he had every chance, but could not fill a place, and is probably in need of a let-up. Tukia lightened up a lot after her race in the Wellington Stakes,, and she was not the same filly on Saturday. The Fordell representative was prominent into the straight, but then she could not pace it with Civility, and in the last few strides. Last Crust also ran nast her. Civility has been consistent, and thoroughly deserved her win. Economist was expected to race well in the City Handicap, which was his only appearance at the nice ting, but at no stage of the race did ho threaten danger. Gray was given the mount on Geranial in the Kaitoke Handicap, and the Solferino mare was nearly as well backed as Piquant. Geranial was not nearly so bad at the barrier as in the Douro Cup, but though she ran u good race she could only fill third p'ace. A rank outsider in the Chokebore cast-off, Giantkiller, defeated 'he favourite Piquant in the concluding event. The winner carries the colours of the Lyttelton sportsman Mr. H. Rhind, and he is trained by the well-known huidle horseman A. Wormaid. Piquant improved a lot on her previous showing, but she had to strike her colours to the Riccarton-trained animal. Hytinus was again prominent, but be stopped quickly. ■ Muria was sore and Integrity jumped back at the barrier rise. Off thp unplaced division White

Ensign did the best, and his turn in not far off. . The well-known, trainer G. Jones has purchased Mr. <l. Taylor’s stables at Heretaunga, and in future he will train as a free lance at Trentham. Owing to his departure for England at an early date, Dlr. Erie Riddiford is selling off his horses in training. One of the team that- met. with inquiries c/n Saturday was Scion, for whom 300 guineas was asked. The Poverty Bay ownerj- Mr. A. B. Williams, has, so it is understood, placed a commission in England for a couple of two-year-olds. So far no word has been received as to whether any business has been dome on. bis behalf. . Mr. E. S. Luttrell, who gave 300 guineas for the. Peace colt it the Wai kanae sale, hta since refused an advance of 200 guineas on his bargain. It is understood that a Marlborough syndicate will race the Kilbroney— Rebekah colt, which fetched top price at the Waikanae sale. For the day the totalisator handled £67,109, as against £63,695 on the corresixmding day last year. The total for the meeting was £179,793 10s., as against £185,424 put through at last year’si gathering. TAIGAPUNA MEETING MUSKETOON WINS THE CUP STEWARDS’ HANDICAP TO KING MERY By Telegram—Press AssociationAuckland, January 26. The Takapuna Jockey Club’s summer meeting opened to-day. The weather was fine and there was a large attendance. The totalisator handled £53,420, compared, with £56,334 on the corresponding day last year. Results :— TRIAL HANDICAP, of 250 sovs. Seven furlongs. 3 Uralla. 7st. 121 b (MoTavish) 1 9 Desert Glow, 7st. 81b 2 12 Drawbridge, 7st. 121 b 3 Also started; 2 Golden Glass, 9st.; 8 Douglas Latour, Bst. 81b.; 11 Sunny Roe. 7st. 161 b.; 1 Whetuni, 7 s t. 101 b.; 7 Tehiwi, 7st. 91b.; 6 Praiseworthy, 7st. 81b.; 5 Tresillian, 7st. 71b.; 13 Allegiance, 7st. 71b.; 16 Quintillian, 7st. 71b.; 17 Bowman, 7st. 71b.; 17 Wyoming, 7st. 71b.; 13 Merry Ann, 7st. 71b.; 18 Fair Abbey, 7st. 71b.; 15 Larrikin, 7st. 71b.; 16 Whin Rock, 7st. 71b.; 10 Sussex, 7st. 71b.; 4 Titaness, 7st. 71b.; 15 Welcome Rain. 7st. 71b.; 17 Killute, 7st. 71b.; 14 Queen of the Earth, 7st. 71b. Won by three-quartera of a, length, a neck between second and third. Tehiwi was fourth. Time, lmin. 29sec. In the p.’.'eliminary Douglas Latour (Goldfinch) and Mi.se Vera (Mitchell) collided and. fell. Both riders were hurt, and Miss Vera, who fractured a rib, was withdrawn, and H. Thompson accepted the mount on Douglas Latour. / ZEALANDIA HANDICAP, of 450 sovs. Seven furlongs. 12 Himpo, 6st. 71b (Jarvis) 1 2 Broadwood, 7st. 131 b 2 13 .Jolly Gay# 6st. 91b 3 Also started: 1 Alfort, Bst. 131 b.; 5 Sir Burnett-, Bst. 61b.; 3 pool Stimulants, Bst. 41b.; 4 Gold Bud, 7st. 91b.; 9 Royal Athey. 7st. 21b.; 7 Esthonia, 7st. lib.; 10 Infante, 7st. 11b.; 15 Marble Slab, 7st.; 14 Pompey, 6st. 131 b.; 11 Amiform, 6st. 131 b.; 6 Sentinella, 6st. 121 b.; 8 Smoke, 6st. 121 b.; 16 Pebble 11, 6st. 71b.; 17 Dancing Doll, 6st. 71n. Won by a head, half a length between second and third. Time, lmin. 27sec. HAURAKI HURDLES HANDICAP, of 300 sovs. One mile and a half. 2 Penona, 9r.t. 91b (Young) 1 3 Larkhall, lOst. 31b. 2 16 Greekson, 9st 3 Also started; 10 Mimiwhangata, lOst. 71b.; 6 General Rose, lOst.; 1 All Melody., 9st. 91b.; 9 Landbird. 9st. 81b. J 4 Bustler, 9st. 6'b.; 11 Lady Bruce, Ost. 31b.; 12 Bezant, 9st. 31b.; 15 St. Waipa, 9st.; 5 Cano wind ra, 9st. ; 7 Galleio, 9sl;.j 13 Grand Canyon, 9st.; 14 Awareka, 9st.; 17 Kashmir, 9st.; 8 Kilcoo, 9st, Won by a head, half a length between second and third. Bustler was fourth. Time, 2min. 47sec. TAKAPUNA CUP, of 1500 sovs. One mile and a half. 3 Musketoon, 7st. 101 b. ... (Ryan) 1 6 Ruapapa, 7st. 51b 2 Te Kara, Bst. 21b 3 Also started: 9 Surveyor, 9st. 71b. ; 2 Ngata, 9st. 31b.; 8 51b.; 1 Boomerday, 7st. 51b.; 10 Stork, 7st.; 15 Glencaini, 6st. 121 b.; 7 Marble Bell, 6st. lllb.; 5 Landslide, 6st. 81b.; 14 Glen Canny, 6st. 81b. ; 12 Tinaka-ha, 6st. 71b.; 14 Gold Jacket, 6st. 71b.; 11 Tinopono, 6st. 71b.; 12 Sycorax, 6nt. 71b.; 13 Gold Plane, Gst. 71b. Ruapapa led into the straight, where Musketoon challenged, and in an exciting finish the latter won by a short neck. Te Kara was a length away third and Surveyor was fourth. Time, 2min. 33 l-ssec. FERRY HANDICAP, of 300 sovs. One mile and a furlong. 1 Aerofort-s, Bst. 61b. (J. O’Shea) 1 2 Te Kuri, Bst. 121 b 2 11 Royal Fame, 7st. 71b 3 Also started: 8 Irene Bruce, Bst.) 61b.; 7 Explorer, Bst. ,61b. ; 4 Archibald, Bst. 31b.; 3 Thunderclap, 7st. 131 b. 1 Far North, 7st. 101 b.; 1 Merrie Prince, 7st. 101 b.; 14 Bright Gift, 7st. 81b. ; 6 Formalin, 7st. 81b. ; 10 Barometer, 7st. 71b. ; 9 Winsome Arch, 7st. 71b.; 13 General Pryde, 7st. 71b.; 5 Steel E!ar, 7st. 71b. ; 12 Tetahi, 7st. 71b. Won by a head, three-quarters of a length between second and third. Thunderclap was fourth. Time, lmin. 55sec. CALLIOPE HANDICAP, of 550 sovs. Five furlongs. 5 Master Doon, 7st. 101 b. (inc. 8 lb. over) (L. Manson) 1 2 Voltore, Bst 2 1 Quinette, 9st. 41b 3 Also started: 4 Day Guard, 9st.; 3 Lady Rewa, Bst. 41b. ; 6 Gold Fern, 7st. 61b. ; 11 Prince Lupin, 7st. 21b. ; 13 Heatherford, 7st. 21b. ; 12 Chairman, 7st. 21b.; 10 Exactly, 6st. 131 b.; 8 Aeromavis, 6st. 121 b. ; 9 Hoariri, 6st. 121 b.; 11 Native Girl, 6st. 71b.; 7 Hohora, 6st. 71b. Won by half a length, third horse a neck back. Ladv Rewa was fourth. Time, lmin. 2 3-ssec. OREWA HURDLES HANDICAP, of 300 sovs. Ono milo and three3 WWMio/list '(Walls) 1 9 Mahgoloire, 9st 2 4 Active, 9st. Ulb. 3 Also started: 6 Miss Melva, list.; 8 Ditto, lOst. 41b. ; 1 Peter Amans, lOst. 41b. : Silverton, lOst. 21b. ; Hyginas, lOst. lllb. ; 7 Battle Song, 9st. 71b. ; 5 Rosullus, 9st. 31b.; 2 Starland, 9st. Won by a length, a F’ngth and a half between second anef Yjird. Peter Amans was fourth. Tim#, 3min. 15 2-ssec. Starland blundered at the first fence and unseated his rider. STEWARDS HANDICAP, of 650 sovs. Six furlongs. 1 King Merv, 6st. 71b. (Wiggins) 1 7 Tactful, Bst. 11b 2 3 Finelli, 7st. 71b 3 Also started: 4 Roval Blood, 9st. 91b. ; 5 Pavo. 9st. 51b. ; 2 Namutere, 7st. lllb.: 9 Barrier. 7st. lllb.; 1 Prince Abbey, 7st 81b.: 8 Sheffield, 7st. 41b.; 6 Ladv Ridicule. 7st. ; 11 Tinokaha, 6st. 121 b.; Vaccinatiop, 6st.

71b.; 12 Jolly Princess, 6sk 71b.; 10 York Abbey, 6st. 71b. Won by three-quarters of a length, a length between second and third. Royal Blood was fourth. Time, Imin. 13 2-ssec. HANDICAPS FOR SECOND DAY Handicaps for the second day of the Takapuna meeting as follow: — TAKAPUNA HANDICAP HURDLES, of 300 sovb. One mile and a half.

DUNEDIN HANDICAPS By Telegbafh—Press Association. Dunedin, January 27. The following handicaps have been declared for the Dunedin Jockey Club's autumn meeting:— AUTUMN HURDLE HANDICAP, of 275 sovs. One mile and three-quarters. st. lb. Bf. lb.

EGMONT WEIGHTS The following weights have been fle - - clared by Mr. H. Ooyle for the Egmont meeting:— OHAWE HURDLES, of 200 sovs. One mile and three-quarters. st. lb. st. lb.

TARANAKI NOMINATIONS (By Telegraph—From a Correspondent.) New Plymouth, January 25. Nominations for the Taranaki Jubilee meeting are:— JUVENILE HANDICAP, of 225 sovs. Five furlongs.—The Banker, Lady Beneinck. Solforange. Ooina-h. Avola, Troilus, Bonogne. Rehutai. Archeen. Town Bank, Glengariff, (Solo Mio, Lake Uru, The Lamb. Muria, Zaragoza. Lucernal, Roburite, Turkish Fire, Glimpse. Merit. e Kuhio, Maria of Hereford, Tawehi, Whim Rock. Dangle, Midnight Camp. Merry Jest, Mountain Bell. Gaillard. TARANAKI OUP. of 850 sovs. One mile and a half.—Mark Time. Marqueteur. Cold Steel, Ngata, Loyal Irish. Trespass, Muraahi. Active, Surveyor, Ruapapa. Income, Empyrean,, Quest, Megan, Landslide Stork, Glencairn. FLYING HANDICAP, of 350 sovs. Six furlongs.—Jollie Princess. Valerie. Halgina, Avola, Jollie Gay, Awake. Santonio, Ares. Solfanello. Rational. Muria. Economist, Pavo, Royal Blood, Irapuka, Sheffield. Hipo, Bretland. Black Cruiser. * TENTH TARANAKI STAKES, of 500 sovs. Six furlongs.—Gaillard. Glentruin, Rational. Pbtoar-Chime filly. Lady Bentinck. Mireusonta, Clandhu—Kilbroney gelding. Troilus, Hoariri, Glengariff. PAUL MEMORIAL HANDICAP, of 400 sovs. One mile and a quarter.—Mark Time. Marqueteur, Roman. Avola, Cold Steel. Knighton, Ngata. Lusylvia, Loyal Irish. Ares. Bumptious. Crossfire, Muraahi. Active, Surveyor, Ruapapa., Income. Kareao, Empyrean, Red Helen, Quest, 'Alario, Megan. Landslide. Stork, Sunny Jim , Pompey, Glencairn, Velocirorm, Ora’s Delight. NURSERY HANDICAP, of 200 sovs. Five furlongs.—The Banker. Lady Hehttnck, Solferange, Troilus, Bonogne. Town Bank, Glengariff, Sole Mio, Lake Uru. Lucernal. Roburite,. Turkish Fire. Lady Ristori, Dangle. Berrug-uete. Shut Eye, Merry Jest. Gaillard, FAREWELL HANDICAP, of 275 sovs. Six furlongs.—Jollie Princess. Valerie. Halgina, Avola, Miss Mickey. Archeen. Jolly Gay, Awake, Cool Stimulants, Santonio. Esthonia. Counter Attack Ares. Solfanello. Rational. Muria. Lord Astolat. Econ- , omist. Crossfire, Pavo, Breiland, Uralla, Royal Blood, Kareao. Bute Sound, Merit, Quest, Hori, Maria of Hereford, Irapuka, Sheffield. Hipo. Fleeting. Mountain Well, Black Cruiser, Ora's Delight. RAND WICK MEETING EL DORADO WINS ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP. (Rec. January 27, 5.5 p.m.) Sydney, January 26. The two principal events at the A.J.C. meeting resulted as follows:— ADRIAN KNOX STAKES, of 1500 sovs. One mile. Valdoona, by Valais—Padoona, 3yrs., Bst. 51b 1 Purest, by William the Silent—Pureta, 3yrs., Bst. 51b 2 Esme Dighton by Sir Dighton— Esmay, 3yrs., Bst. 51b 3 Won by six lengths. Time, lmin. 39 sec. ANNIVERSARY HANDICAP, of 1500 sovs. One mile and a half. El Dorado, by All Black—Auraria’s Daughter, Syrs., Bst. lib 1 Note, by Sea Prince—Paper Money, syrs., Bst. 71b 2 Stony, by Kenilworth—The Beggars’ Maid, syrs., 7st. 131 b. ... 3 Won by two lengths. Time, 2min. 33jsec.—Press Assn.

st. lb. st. lb. Lark Hall 10 11 Lady Bruce ... 9 1 Mimiwhangata: 10 6 Bezant 9 1 Penona - 10 5 St. Waipa 9 0 Maghaloire .... 10 3 Canowindra ... 9 0 Starland 10 0 Gallilo 9 0 General Rose . 9 13 Awareka 9 0 Scran a' Paper 9 9 Take Take 9 0 All Melody .... 9 9 Kashmir 9 0 Land Bird 9 8 Kilcoo 9 0 Bustler 9 7 Mt. Eden II. 9 0 Greekson 9 2 WAIWERA handicap hurdles. . of . 300 bovs. One mile and three-quarters. St. ID. Whanoko 11 12 Lark Hall 10 0 Explorer 11 3 Active 9 : 10 King Abbey ... 11 2 Penona 9 8 Miss Melva ... 10 13 Maghaloire ... 9 6 Pine Arch 10 8 Battlesong 9 5 Peter Amans .. 10 4 Rosullus 9 2 Silverton 10 2 All Melody .... 9 0 Pentagram .... 10 1 Starland 9 0 Hygina-s 10 1 Bustler 9 0 Ditto 10 1 HOBSON HANDICAP, ot 625 so vs. Six furlongs. st. lb. st. lb. Quinette 9 3 Gold Fern 7 1 Dav Guard ... 8 10 Prince Lupin 7 0 Voltore 8 4 Curraghmore . 6 10 Master Doon . 8 4 Aeroniavis 6 9 Lady Rewa ... 8 1 Houhora 6 7 Musoari 7 3 MOANA HANDICAP. of 250 sovs. Seven furlongs. st. lb. Bt. lb. Golden Glass . 9 0 Whin Rock 7 7 TJralla 9 0 Sussex 7 7 Drawbridge ... 8 3 Ardnalea 7 7 Arch Ami 8 3 Welcome Rain 7 7 Quaestor 8 3 Killute 7 7 Titaness 8 3 Kuhio 7 7 Desert Glow ... 8 2 King Multifid 7 7 Kilroe 7 13 Oaklands 7 7 Te Hiwi 7 10 Queen of the Sunny Joe ■ 7 10 Earth 7 7 Whetunui 7 9 Kathrine 7 7 Royal Fancy .. 7 9 Jean Lord 7 7 Praiseworthy . 7 8 Thurnham 7 7 Miss Vera 7 7 Daphne Bruce 7 7 Tresillian 7 7 Ba.nnock 7 7 Libertas 7 7 Cui Bono 7 7 Allegiance 7 7 Whitioro 7 7 Drnlottnue 7 7 Hungawera 7 7 Quintilian 7 7 Sant-oa 7 7 Bowman 7 7 Hukenui 7 7 Wyoming 7 7 Turn 7 7 Merry Ann ... 7 7' Hungahunga . 7 7 Pair Abbey .... 7 7 Marble Boy ... 7 7 Larrikin 7 7 SUBURBAN HANDICAP, of 450 sovs. E Six furlongs. Bt. lb. Bt. lb. Royal Blood .. 9 9 La.dv Ridicule 7 0 Pavo 9 4 Himno b 9 Queen March . 8 10 Tinokaha 6 8 Tactful 8 7 Sentinella 6 7 Alfort 8 3 Drolotinue 6 7 Broadwood 7 10 Jolly Princess 6 7 Na si nt ere 7 10 Malatour 6 7 Finelli 7 10 York Abbey ... b 7 Prince Abbey 7 a Knighton 6 7 Cool Stimulants 7 7 Nocturne 6 7 Sheffield 7 3 Golden Dream 6 7 Hino 7 1 Vaccination ... 6 7 Golden Bubble 7 0 Lady Lois 6 7 RANGITOTO HACK HANDICAP, of 300 sovs. One mile and a furlong. st. lb. St. lb. Te Kuri 9 6 Bay Dighton . 7 12 Ladv Patience 9 5 Merry Prince . 7 10 Soulterina 9 2 Far North . 7 10 Sentinella 9 2 Roval Fame ... 7 10 Aerofortis 9 2 Bright Gift ... . 7 7 Narrow Neck . 9 2 Formaline . 7 7 Elsie Aroha ... 8 12 Barometer . 7 7 Uralla 8 9 Winsome Arch 7 7 Pebble II 8 6 General Pryde 7 7 Irene Bruce ... 8 5 Sussex , 7 7 Master Rohan 8 3 Steel Bar . 7 7 Archibald 8 2 Gallelo . 7 7 Thunderclap ... 8 0 Tetahi - 7 7 Titaness 7 13 Dorinda . 7 7 Take Take 7 13 Killute . 7 7 Douglas Midget V / Latour 7 13 Whetunui . . 7 7 Dancing Doll 7 13 TAKAPUNA JOCKEY CLUB HANDICAP. of 850 sovs. Om a mile two furlongs and a half. st. lb. Bt. lb. Surveyor 9 8 Tinohoro . b 10 Ngato, 9 5 Marble Bell ... 0 8 Loyal Irish .... 8 8 Glen Canny .... 6 8 Te Kara 8 6 Landslide 6 8 Kua/papa 8 0 Marble Slab ... 6 7 Royal Box 7 11 Perfect Day ... 6 7 Alfort 7 10 Tinokaha 6 7 Tarleton 7 9 Infante 6 7 Boomerday .... 7 6 Smoke 6 7 Queen March . 7 4 Gold Jacket ... 6 7 . Barrier 7 4 Tinopono 6 7 Raceful 7 4 Sycorax .. 6 7 Namutere 7 4 Gold Plane 6 7 Sir Burnett .... 7 3 Bonny Canny 6 7 Stork 7 t Royal Abbey . 6 7 Glencairn 6 12 Whanoko 6 7 ANNIVERSARY WELTER HANDICAP. of 550 sovs. Seven furlongs. st. lb. fit. lb. 10 2 a 0 Tactful 10 2 Gold Jacket ... 8 0 9 13 Bute Sound ... . 8 0 Royal Box 9 11 Uncle Ned 7 12 9 10 Amiform •« , 7 12 King Merv 9 8 Vaccination ... 7 12 Barrier 9 t> Smoke 7 12 Cool Stimulants 9 4 Sentinella 7 10 Sheffield 8 13 Bretland 7 10 Some Fashion . 8 12 Sycorax . 7 9 Hino 8 11 Elsie Aroha ... 7 7 Prettyman 8 11 Bezant 7 7 Landslide 8 11 Dancing Doll . , 7 7 Ladv Ridicule 8 10 Malatour 7 7 Golden Bubble 8 10 Knighton 7 7 Gold Bud 8 8 Bonny Canny . 7 7 Himno 8 6 Golden Glass ... 7 7 Tinokaha 8 5 Miss Vena 7 7 Jolly Gay 8 4 Merry Ann .... 7 7 Roval Abbey . 8 1 Bright Gift — 7 7 Esthonia 8 0

Londonderry . 11 7 Frisco Mail .. .. 9 12 Palamon. .. 10 8 Jock ..9 0 Galway .. 9 12

PUBLICANS* HANDICAP, of 600 sovs. Six furlongs. st. lb. 61. T“ Roseday 10 6 Golden Light . 7 4 Many I£ittle ... 9 7 Ravenna ■7 Murihaupo 9 2 Rose Lady . 7 n Angelo 8 5 Orchid . 7 0 Economist 8 1 All British . 7 » Kerb 7 11 Avispado . 7 0 Wild Hind 7 11 Warhaven . 7 0 Dancing Days 7 11 Integrity . 7 0 Ton Score 7 9 Tliistlecrown . . 7 0 Laughing-Hyes 7 6 St. Augustus ., . 7 8 Master Sandstone .... 7 5 Martis . 7 0 PRESIDENT'S HANDICAP. of One mile and a quarter, st. lb. sov& st. lb. Kukume 9 6 Gunlayer . 7 11 King Sol 9 1 Marconigram . . 7 8 Giantkiller 8 12 Barr icon . 7 8 Haytime 8 12 Lady Clarenceux 7 8 Enare 8 10 Paddy’s Hope . . 7 7 Coastguard 8 6 Carpentier 7 7 viewpoint 8 6 (Slavish 7 7 Londonderry . 8 5 Red Sol . 7 7 Frisco Mail .... 8 4 Markby . 7 7 Cartoon Balasor 8 4 8 2 Russalka 7 7 DUNEDIN CUP HANDICAP, of 1500 One mile and a, half, st. lb. 1 8OV0. st. lb. Roseday 9 13 Roadicea . 8 0 Loughrea 9 5 Mantua . 7 10 Many Kittle .. 9 0 Prince Ferouz 7 5 Limelight 8 6 Corn Rigs 7 2 Palestrina Deucalion 3 5 8 5 Guncase Dame , 7 0 Winning Hit 8 3 Straitlace .... . 7 0 General Advance 8 3 Baldowa 8 2 Lucinette . 7 0 BERWICK HANDICAP, of 225 sovs. furlongs. st. lb. Seven st. lb. Uleaborg 9 7 Solvency , 8 6 Andante 9 6 Zaragoza . 8 4 King Sol ..9 5 Wensleydale .. . 8 3 Clareina ' 9 3 Obi io . 8 2 Giantkillcr ... 9< 0 Marconi grain < . 8 2 Maytime Roval Wink ... 9 0 9 0 Markbv Bonffhleen . 8 0 Inwcsi o Integrity 8 12 Dhoun . 8 0 8 8 Brocart . 8 0 Coastguard .... Annie Dighton 8 8 Beauty Light . 8 0 8 7 Petal Dust . 8 0 Bonnie Olive . Eaton Bella ... 8 7 8 6 Russalka . 8 0 STEWARDS’ WELTER HANDICAP, sovs. One mile, st. lb. Anomaly 10 3 Mester of st. 275 lb. Boadicea 9 12 Sandstone ... . 8 7 Angelo ■9 7 Golden Light . . 8 6 Prince Perouz 9 5 Prannaise . 8 5 Economist 9 3 Oounterstroke « 5 Corn Rigs 9 5 All British . 8 2 Silent King .... . 9 3 Ravenna . 8 2 Guncase 9 2 Osterman . 8 0 Radial 8 12 Vasilkov . 8 0 Top Score ....... 8 11 Kilkee Thjstleprown .. . 8 . 8 0 0

Malingerer 10 11 Savoury 9 0 Complex 10 7 Bustler 9 0 Santiago 10 6 White Ranger 9 0 Battle Song ... 10 1 Husker 9 0 Bonny Rill 10 1 Tuki 9 0 Penona 10 1 Tarquin 0 Trombone 9 5 Submerge 9 0 Advent 9 2 FLYING HANDICAP, of 355 sovs. Six furlongs. st. lb. St. Rational 9 7 Hipo 7 3 Pavo 9 4 Sheffield 7 2 Solfanello 8 11 Counter Attack 7 0 Mireusonta 8 11 Awake 6 12 Income 8 10 Ares 6 9 Halgina 8 8 Ora’s Delight . 6 7 Loyal Irish ... 8 8 Avola 6 7 Valerie 8 5 Jolly Princess 6 7 Irapuka 8 a Orchid 6 7 Kareao 8 0 Muria b 7 Santonio 7 11 Archeen 6 7 Alario 7 5 EGMONT OHP. of 80C sovs. One mile and a half. st. lb. st. lb. Surveyor 9 5 Cold Steel ...... 7 6 Mark Time .... 9 J Quest 7 2 Marnueteur .... 8 11 Stork 6 12 Income 8 10 Demand € 9 Sunart 8 5 Landslide 6 7 Muraahi 8 1 Megan 6 7 Loyal Irish ... 8 0 Active 6 7 Trespass 7 6 JUVENILE HANDICAP, of 200 sov8. Five furlongs. st. lb. st. lb. Gaillard 9 13 Trailus 7 3 Merit 9 &- Hoariri 7 2 Lady Pentinck 9 2 Sole Mio 7 2 Muria 8 9 Berriaguette .. 7 Maria of Shut Eye 7 2 Hereford ....? 8 7 Solfrange 7 2 Drawbridge ... 7 11 Roburite 13 Glimnse 7 8 Lake Uru 6 11 The LamH 7 8 Bonoguo 6 9 Dangle 7 8 Lisagne 6 7 Archeen 7 7 Town Bank ... b 7 Glenvariff 7 5 Lucernal b 7 Kuhio 7 3 Peut Etre 6 7 NOLAN GUP. of WO sovs. Eight furlongs and a half. St. lb. st., lb. ■ Ihanotoa 9 3 Sir Pam 7 8 Avola 8 7 Lively Fire .... 7 7 Emnvrean 8 7 Wilderness 7 5 Knighton fl 4 Vindictive 7 5 Active 8 3 Sunspot 7 4 Tn Sylvia; • 1 Glimpse 7 3 Explorer 8 1 Olandhu 7 3 S wn llo w flight 8 1 Opa 7 3 Euchre ...„ 7 13 Bright Eyes . 7 1 Yorns 7 12 A sleen 7 0 Imperial Snark 7 12. Carnbee 7 0 La.nida.rv 7 12 Deborah b 12 Red Helen 7 12 Gampbird b 9 Urn 1 In 7 11 Submerge 6 7 Skylight 7 11 Mountain. Golc 6 7 Muria 7 11 Interest 6 7 Gnod Mark ... 7 11 Koauau 6 7 Thunderclap . 7 10 Pohutukawa ... b 7 Take Take ... 7 9 WHAREROA WELTER HANDICAP. of 250 sovs. Eight furlongs and a half. et. lb st. Th. Passionless ... 9 3 Crnoelle 8 3 Cool Stimulants 9 2 Militaire 8 3 Bumptious 9 2 Crossfire 8 2 Runny Jim ... 8 12 Bute Sound .... 8 2 Fleeting 8 10 Pompey 8 0 Sheffield 8 7 Boman 8 0 Mountain Crag 8 7 Megan 8 0 Feerie 8 6 Knighton 8 0 Esthonj»x 8 3 WAIPAPA HACK HANDICAP, of 175 BOV8. Seven furlongs. st. lb. Snatcher 9 0 Wai o tarns. 7 11 Emnyrean 8 12 Moonstruck .... 7 8 8 9 7 8 Lu Sylvia fl 6 Drawbridge ... 7 8 Swallowflight 8 6 Bright Eyes .. 7 6 Lapidary 8 3 Pirouette 7 5 Skylight 8 2 Cambee 7 5 Maria of Advent 7 3 Hereford 8 2 Deborah 7 3 • Miss Mickey . . 8 1 All Wind. 7 0 8 1 0 Orchi d 8 0 Mountain Bill 7 0 Sir Pam 7 13 Interest 7 0