TO-DAY’S RACING NEWS

Greymouth Evening Star, 29 March 1941, Page 9

TO-DAY’S RACING NEWS

Galloping

MEETINGS TO COME.

April 3, s—Wanganui. April 4, s—Whangarei. April s—Otautau.5 —Otautau. April 5, 7—Westport. April-12—Tuapeka. April 12, 14—Auckland. April 12, 14—Feilding. April 12, 14—Wairarapa. April 12, 14, 15—Riverton. April 14—Waipukurau. April 14 —Kumara. April 14—Beaumont. April 14, 15— Canterbury. April 19, 21—Avondale. April 19, 21—Greymouth. April 26—Reefton. April 26— Waverley. April 26—South Canterbury.

Kumara Nominations: Nominations for the Kumara Racing Club’s Easter Monday meeting close at 8 p.m., on Monday next.

No Overweight: . When Night Pilot won the Taranaki Cup he was credited in the Official Calendar with carrying 7.54- or 2Hbs overweight. His trainer, R. S. Bagby, stated that this was an error and that the horse carried his allotted weight, 7.3. Bagby’s contention is upheld by an official investigation, the weighing book showing that he carried no overweight.

Auspicious Start: Rakanui made an auspicious start in open company by winning the Hawke’s Bay Cup with a stone above the minimum, from the consistent and rather unlucky Little Robin. Rakanui is a four-year gelding by Hunting Song from Golden Opportunity, and is trained at Hastings by W. McKinnon. His dam is by Psychology from Oreum (a daughter of Desert Gold). RICCARTON NOTES. [special to “star.”] CHRISTCHURCH, March 28. The recent rains have been mucn appreciated at Riccarton, and for the first time for many weeks, trainers were able to gallop their horses on grass tracks last week, while the plough, popular as it was during the dry period, was out of commission. There is now every prospect of a good growth of grass, but with the likelihood of another dry spell, the ground may easily be in firm order again for the Easter meeting. Sovereign Lady: The abandonment of the second day of the Oamaru meeting was unfortunate for all concerned, and several Riccarton trainers were disappointed in not having another day’s racing for their horses, while some horses who did not race on the first day will not now have a chance of a race before Easter. One of these was Sovereign Lady, who was taken out of the Oamaru Cup because she could not claim an apprentice allowance. The value of the race was £325, -first horse to receive £240 and cup valued at £25. Generally the first stake includes a trophy, and Sovereign Lady’s owner and trainer were both under the impression that they would be able to put up the stable apprentice. They were made acquainted of the misunderstanding, when the programme opened, and as Mr. G. Murray-Aynsley considered his mare was harshly treated, he decided not to produce her without the allowance. Sovereign Lady was accepted for on the second day, but, of course, missed her chance of having a race before the Easter racing. One of the best displays of steeplechasing for a long time past had to be credited to Jewish Lad last week, when he jumped the Riccarton schooling country on two occasions. Ridden by his trainer, L. Gough, he did not put a foot wrong, and is undoubtedly one of the best propositions for cross-country events so far in view in the Riccarton area. He is engaged in the hack steeplechases at Riverton at Easter, and it will be interesting to follow his efforts, especially over two mile journeys. Streamline was nominated for cross-country events at Riverton; but it is likely that he will remain at home to contest hurdle races at Riecarton at Easter. Lack of schooling over the big fences has something to do with this decision. Schoolgirl was nominated for tne big races at Riverton, but as she has not been, in serious work since the Dunedin meeting, it is not likely that she will be on the scene. L. J. Ellis has had the offer of several rides at Westport, including those of M. Conza’s team, and intends to make the trip. Doria and Bird of Prey have not been seen out since returning from Trentham. Both suffered injuries on the steamer trip, but these are only superficial, and they are expected to be in evidence again at Easter. Silver Streak: . When the history of racing during the past three score years and ten is written up, the name of Silver Streak is entitled to be included the celebrities dealt with. For tne past 10 years he has figured promin-

ently before the public in all parts of New Zealand, and without doubt he has been one of the hardiest of horses ever to grace the New Zealand turf. He was expected to be retired from racing many months ago, when there were reasons to look upon him as a spent light, but his owner, Mr. E H. Aubrey, of the Oamaru district, and his trainer, T. Hobbs, were encouraged to go on with him. But following a disappointing effort in last week’s Oamaru Cup, his owner decided that that was to be his last race, and so Silver Streak will encl his days as a hack on his owner's station in North Otago. Silver Streak has had a wonderful career, and he has won- the best sprints and middle distance events, with a third in the New Zealand Cup thrown in. Among his most notable wins have been the Stewards’ and Members’ Handicaps at Riccarton, the Auckland Railway Handicap and a dead-heat in the Newmarket Handicap at Ellerslie, the Wellington Railway Handicap, Metropolitan and Thorndon Handicap, the Dunedin Publicans’ Handicap, Electric (twice), Telegraph (twice), and Grandstand Handicaps, the Oamaru Flying and Stewards’ Handicaps, the Southland Flying and President’s Handicaps, the Ashburton Handicap, . and a dead - heat in the Gore Spring Handicap. Remarkable as his record stands, Silver Streak will always be remembered as bringing about Defaulter s defeat over six furlongs at Dunedin two years ago. There may have been some excuse for Defaulter’s defeat but Silver Streak had to put in ai

outstanding finishing effort to beat him. The race broke a sequence of 18 wins for Defaulter, and although many still consider Silver Streak was lucky, he still to be credited with a great performance. ’ Silver Streak was bred at the Elderslie Stud in 1929, and is by .Paper Money from the imported mare Fulica, by Braxted, a son of Forfarshire from Bald Coot by Fowling Piece, a son of Carbine. Silver Coot, who won several races when owned by Mr. G. Gerard, ,was a brother to Silver Streak. Both Paper Money and Fulica were imported by the Elderslie Stud, and before being put to the stud, Fulica won races at New Plymouth and Marton. Silver Streak was sold as a yearling at Wingatui to Mr. Aubrey for 55 guineas, and has not missed a season since he first began racing as a two-year-old, and he has retired at 11 years old. His stake earnings amount to over £6OOO, and he thus must be included in the list of sale ring bargains. In. all, Silver Streak has contested 162. races for 30 wins and 50 minor placings, and his stake earnings have amounted to £6075/10/-. His two best seasons were as a four-year-old, when he won £1532, and as a six-year-old, when he amassed £lBO2.

WHANGAREI R.C.

NEXT WEEK’S FIELDS

WHANGAREI, March 28

Acceptances as follows have been received for the first day of the Whangarei Racing Club’s Autumn meeting, to be held on April 4 and 5: Portland Hack Handicap, six furlongs.—Hunter’s Rose, B : ddy Girl 9.0; Mayfair, Ohmaha 8.7; Valdene 8.6; Bronze Ora 8.1/Land Court 7.11; Onetea, Heroic Star 7.10; Fairfield, Voorlouper, The Pacifist 7.7. Trial Stakes, five furlongs.—Voorlouper, Thurnavaals, Veyana, Flying Vixen, Expellant, La Rosita, White Mark, Golden Tom, Harmony, Sir Grant, Owing, Master Vaals 8.8; Den Pasar, River Plate, British Camp, Miss Gay 7.11. Mclnnes Memorial Handicap, one mile and a-quarter.—High Delight 9.0; Tellsom 8.7; Rarotonga, The Dozer 7.12; Clipper 7.10; Venture 7.8; Eastern Heir 7.4; Orate 7.2; Hunting Bee, Miss Bridge 7.0. Northland Hack Hurdles, one mile and a-half and 82 yards.—Mintlaw, Gold Spot 10.0; Flen Abb 9.7; General Riske 9.6; Hackenschmidt 9.1; Hot Shot, Prival, Wineberry, Rival, Sun Boy, Paladin Star 9.0. Stewards’ Handicap, six furlongs.— Brazen Bold 9.7; Aero King 8.0; Valmint, Rex Maitland 7.13; Dinky Di 7.12; Grandora 7.9: Noitaro, Veritable, Happicoat 7.0. Settlers’ Plate, six furlongs — Northlander, Successful, Northern Sun 8.0; Kaatooa, Asquest, Hine-iti, White Mark. Flying Vixen, Gold Bloom 7.9.

Maungatapere Hack Handicap, seven furlongs and a-half.—Court Favourite 9.0; British Mint 8.4; Vitement 8.3; Bronze Ora 8.0; Land Court 7.11; Lady Acushla 7.10; Orient Dawn, Miss Valerie, The Pacifist 7.7.

Waipu Handicap, one mile—Brazen Bold 9.13; Clipper, Small Boy 8.4; Night Hawk, Jewelled Girdle, Brahman 7.13; Eastern Heir 7.12; Brazilian 7.8; Queen City, Hunting Bee 7.7.

WANGANUI RACES. ACCEPTORS FOR THURSDAY. WANGANUI, March 28. The Wanganui Jockey Club has received, the following acceptances for the first day of its Autumn meeting, to be held on April 3 and s:— 12.9: Westmere Hack Hurdles, one mile and three-quarters.—Great Quex 10.7; Lady Furst 10.2; Mataroa 9.10; Hornpipe 9.5; Selkirk 9.3; Eupatrid, Debham, Helios, Manteau 9.0. 12.40: Springvale Juvenile Handicap, five furlongs and a-half—lmperium 8.0; Miss Phaleron, Erinscourt 7.13; Kevin 7.5: Nightward 7.4; High Class 7.2; High Tone, Sea Quex, The Wanton 7.0. 1.20: Kai Iwi Maiden, six furlongs.— Magnifier, Mahama, Santa Lucia, Merlac, Half Crown, Bunsby, Gallarda, Kinstep, Midvane, Yurilla, Courting, Foxiana, Massorah 8.7. 2.0: Victory Hack Handicap, one mile and a-quarter.—The Monarch 9.1; Mansura, City Song 7.12; Myarion 7.8; Arabic, Beau Ciel, Clarion Call, Colibri, Goldburn, St. Grace 7.7. 2.45: Wanganui Cup, one mile and aquarter. —Gladynev 8.12; Colonel Bogey 8.9; Belle Cane 8.8; Little Robin 8.2; Gay Fox 8.0; Mittie, Dynasty, Hunting Cat 7.8; Notium, Ruatiti 7.5; Boldstep 7.3; Gold Bridge 7.0. 3.30: Tayforth Handicap, seven furlongs. —Red Cat 8.12; Tidewaiter 8.11; Hagen 8.10; Scandal 8.5; Minority 8.4; Counter, Sporting Gift, Ringcraft, Jeanne, Rustem 8.0. 4.15: Petre Hack Handicap, six furlongs. Surveyro-General 9.11; Davilia 9.1; Kinneff 8.9; Valiant Lady 8.7; Talenta, Parliato 8.5; Vivid Night 8.2; Ashaboy 8.0; Wildfire, Khurja, Star Zone 7.11; Flying Hawk, Callcardine 7.9; Squeers 7 8' Caution, Ringing, Waimotu 7.7. 5.0: Flying Handicap, six furlongs.— Royal Star II 9.0; Globe Trotter 8.11; Zest 8.6; Night Eruption 8.3; Tuatara 8.1; Endorsement 7.11; Black Robe 7.10; Harina 7.5; Hui 7.0.

CANTERBURY J.C.

ACCEPTANCES

CHRISTCHURCH, March 28. The Canterbury Jockey Club has received the following acceptances for the Great Easter and _ Great Autumn Handicaps, to be decided at the Autumn meeting on April. 14 and 15: — Great Easter Handicap, seven furlongs:—Sir Crusoe 9.0; Doria 8.7; Enrich 8.6; Not Out 8.5; Hearth, Density 8.3; Lord Nuffield, Rebel Mate, [Kentucky 8.2; Don’t Forget 7.13; SigI low 7.12; Night Eruption 7.11; Night- ! calm, Circular Note 7.10; Little Robin i 7.8; Boloyna 7.7; Rakanui 7.6; Pleadling 7.4; Poutatau 7.3; Leighnor 7.0; 'King’s Toast 7.0. Great Autumn Handicap, one mile and a half:—Royal Chief 9.12; Willie Win 9.1; Trench Fight 8.8; Sir Crusoe 8.7; Wardress 8.4; Thermidor 8.2; Enrich 7.13; Winning Rival 7.12; Little Robin 7.10; Hearth 7.8; Knight Commander 7.7; Happy Ending 7.6; Siglow, Don’t Forget 7.5; Iceland Spar 1 7.4; The Wrecker, Shikari, Merry

March, Prudent Prince Airline, King’s Toast, Happy Night 7.0. First fdrfeits were received as follows:—

Champagne Stakes, for two-year-olds: six furlongs:—Gay Genet, Goldform, Willow Wood, Corn Prince, Salutation, Palfrey, Black Sultan, Dusky Bay, Nisus, Bird of Prey, Pay Roll, Golden Tide, High Morale, Monetary. Forty-Ninth Challenge Stakes, weight- for-age; seven furlongs: — Gay Genet, Goldform, Willow Wood, Corn Prince, Density, Salutation, Palfrey, Black Sultan, Dusky Bay, Stylist, Shikari, Pay Roll, Espionage, High Morale, Monetary.

Trotting

MEETINGS TO COME.

April s—Ashburton. April s—Taranaki. April 12, 16, 17—Metropolitan. April 12, 14—Hawera. April 19, 23— Manawatu. April 26 —Auckland. May 3—Oamaru. May 10—Waikato. May 10, 12—Forbury Park. May 17, 19—Nelson. May 24—Ashburton. May 24, 28—Auckland. Chancellor:

Among recent winners in Australia is the New Zealand-bred Chancellor, who was got by Peterwah from Black and Gold, by Gold Bell, by CapitalistMerry Bell, by Ha Ha-Silver Bell, by Blackwood Abdallah. Good Record:

Little Pat, 1.58 f, the best pacer of his inches in America, won 13 times in 17 starts during the season. He is a wonder on half-mile tracks, and in six seasons of racing he has registered 70 miles in 2.5 or faster on the small courses. No other horse in commission has more than 18 such performances to its credit. At his last appearance for the term, at Columbus (four furlongs), he. turned in miles in 2.3| and 2.3.