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Gisborne Times, Volume LX, Issue 9722, 4 June 1924, Page 7

RACING FIXTURES. June 4—Ot-aki. Maori R.C. June.s and 7 —Auckland R.C. June 5 and 7 —Dunedin J.O. June 20 and 21—-Napier Park R.O. June 21 —Brackenfield Hunt Club. Juno 25 and 26—Hawke’s Bay JL. June 2S —Hawke’s Bay Hunt Club. j u ly 2—Dannevirke Hunt- Club. July 9 and 12— Wellington R.C. July 19—-South Canterbury Hunt Club. ... Ju]y 24 and 26 —Gisborne R.C. AUCKLAND RACES. SEA HE’ID WINS GREAT NORTHERN HURDLES. CORNWALL HANDICAP GOES TO ILLUMINATION. AUCKLAND. June 3. The first day of the Auckland Racing Club’s winter meeting was held in fine weather. There was a large attendance. The going was heavy. The totalisator- put through £S7,BS2, against £70,252 on' the same day last year; Following • are the results : Jcrvois Handicap (First Division). —Gala Day (C. Reed) 1, Sunny ltoe 2, King Cheops 3. Also started: Archibald, Yoma, Rafa, Polonett, John Dix, Praiseworthy. Tintoretto, Lady Hill, Spoony, King Multifid, Nightraider, Tehimana, A r eleta, Allegiance, Bevis. Knighthood, Flowering Beauty, Kendal, Maori Hen are, Tall Timber, Trill, Queen of the Earth. Won by a head; half a length between second and third. Timer lmin 34seo. Green Lane Steeplechase—Sir Roseberry (McDonald). 1, Bustler .2, Ditto 3. Also started: Guanaeo. King Abbey, Vociferate, Pine Arch, Passin’ Through, Esplanade, Scottish Knight, Grand Canyon, Maude Wilson, and Lady Bruce. l Won by a neck; three and" a-half lengths between second and third. Time: smin l4sec.

Jervois Handicap (Second Division) —Doleful Ditty (C. Reed) 1, White Comet 2, Potash 3. Also started : Rehutai, Daylight, Ural la, Ruby Ring, Barometer. Einnote. Steel Bar. Princess Nata, Quaestor, Miss June, Fiery Lad, Passionate, Titaness, Hirone, Advent, Drolatique, Constellation, Drawbridge, Electrode. Owen, Monday and General Pryde. Won by a neck; a head between second and third. Time: lmirj 34se<j. Penrose Hurdles. —Savory (Burt) 1. General Rose 2 Totara Jack 3. Also started : Anxious Moments, Brigadier Bill, Royal Fame. Rippling, Gold Kip, Uncle Ned, Mimiwliangata, Archie’ Bright Light, Connemara, Pink Lady, Kashmir, and Waiotama. Won by iOO yards; a length between _sce~ oiid and third. Time: 3min 31 4-ssec., Great Northern Hurdles. Sea De’il (Mason) 1

Lochson 2 Peter Am ans 3 —Also started: Explorer, First Born, Tinokaha, Boomerday, Black Art, Oaldeigh, M'aligoloire, Hyginas, Mary Bruce and Karamu. Won by three lengths; a 1 length and a-quarter_ between second and third. Time : smin 5 3-sscc.

Cornwall Handicap.—lllumination (Wiggins) 1, Income 2, To Kara 3. Also ran: Musketoon, Cold Steel, Zircon, Tactful, Santonio, Diamond Ring, Golden Glass, Lapidary, Aerofortis, Alaric, Einnote, Glen cairn, Gold Jacket and Tresilhan. Won by three-quarters of a length; two and a-half lengths between second and third. Time: 2min losec. Hunt Club Hurdles. — Freshman (Walls) 1, Vice Versa. 2, Lady Kerman 3. Also ran: Hokemai, Rafferty, Brown Heath, Miss Rosa, Capstar, Husker, Uncle Dave. Indemnity, AY elcome Rain Master Doolnn, Extract, Giflger Carl, Llewellyn. Silver Fish, Starkey, Syndicate. AA'on by half a length.; five lengths between second and third. Time: 4min ssec.

Members’ Handicap —Jolly Princess (A. Reed) 1, Heisler 2. Pavo and Afiss Egvpt (dead-heat) 3. Also started: Comical, Prince Abbey, King Quin, Pretty Man, Scliform, Namutere, Gold Rain. Shebang, Nocturne,, Charlady, Sheffield, Prince Charleroi. Bor.nv Canny. Emerald Hill, Lord Bruce. Master O’Rorko, ' Smoke Concert. AA T on by a length; a head between second and third. Time: lmin 20 2-5 see. —Press Assn.

SECOND DAY’S WEIGHTS. The following weights have been declared for the second day : Hunt Club Cup.—Hokemai, FTeshman 10.13, Rafferty, Brown Heath 10.7, Lacullent, Second Choice 10.3, Miss Rosa, Capata, 'Lady Bruce 9.12, Uncle Dave 9.8, Lady Kerman 9.6, Maira 9.4, Indemnity, Master Doolan, Extract, Ginger Carl, Llewellyn, Manana, Silver Fish, r Starkey, Syndicate, Accelerando, Loura, Puriri Jack 9.0.

Ranfurly Handicap.— Rehutai, Yoma 9.12, Daylight 9.7, Archibald 9.6, Musical, Polonett 9.5, King Cheops 9.3, Uralla, Glenidle 9.2, Lady Biddy 9.0, John Dix, Elsie Aroha, Praiseworthy 8.13, Potash 8.10, Barometer, ■ Fin note 8.9, Tintoretto 8.8, Spooney 5.5, iSTightraider 8.2, Steel Bar, Arch Ami, King Multified, Miss June, Archdeen, Fiery Lad, Passionate, Bosinante, Allegiance, Appreciation, Bevis, Constellation, Drolatique, General Pryde, King Smock, Maori Henarc, Too Late, Monday, Niblick, Tall Timber, Owen, Frill, Bay Dighton, Queen of the Earth, Knighthood, Tresellian, Pota colt 8.0. Remuera Hurdles. —Lochson 11.0, First Born 10.13, Whanoko 10.10, Tinokaha 10.6, Miss Melva 10.5, Maunga 10.4, Anxious Moments 9.11, Peter Amans, Santiago 9.9, King Pelliculo 9.5, Pine Arch, Boomerday 9.7, King Abbey, . Mahgoliore, AVaikaretu 9.3, Hyginas 9.1, Eonmark, Royal Fame, Silver Fish 9.0. King George Handicap.—Pavo 10.11Income, Te Kara, Alfort 10.0, Loy»i Irish 10.2, Martian Miss, Tactful, Comical 9.9, Royal Present, . Santonin 9.8, Cold Steel 9.7, Prince Abbey, King Quin, Bright Day 9.3, Illumination, Landslide 9.1, Kilbird, 9.0, Prettyman 8.12, Soliform 8.11, Sir Burnett 8.9, Diamond Ring, Alaric Doleful Ditty, Black Cruiser 8.8, Golden Glass, Estlionia 8.6, Namutere 8.4, Gold Bud 8.3, Miss Egypt, Aerofortis 8.2, Pelham, Gold Rain, Nocturne, Pompey, Charlady, Glen Canny Prince Charleroi, Arran, Smoko Concert, Glen Canny, Gold Jacket, Spooney, Tresillian, Gala Day, Ihapotoa, Princess Ngata, Sleepy Sol, Uralla,, Avonleg 8.0. Panmure Hurdles.—Anxious Moments 11.0, Savory-10.12, King Pellicule, Landbird 10.9, Mangawhero 10.4, General Rose 9.13, Cool Stimulants, Eonmark 9.12, Scottish Knight 9.11, Jolly Princess, Bustler 9.10, Royal Fame 9.9, Gold Kip 915, Hokemai 9.3, Mimiwhangata, Rippling, Narrow Neck, Elstow, Archie, Bang, Bright Light, Connemara, Greekson, Irish Jig, Jamuna, Kashmir, Knighton, AVaiotomo, Tresor, .Totara Jack, Sycorax, Pink Lady, Bonny Canny, Finmaek, Grand Canyon, Husker, Lady Hill, Leo Abbey, Lord Bruce, Pendnvies, AVelcomo Rain, Tom Moore 9.0.

Re-handicap: G. Northern Steeplechase: Sir Roseberry 31b.—P.A.

DUNEDIN RACES

PAMPLONA AVJNS OTAGO STEEPLECHASE.

PALESTRINA TAKES BIRTHDAY HANDICAP.

DUNEDIN, June 3. For the winter meeting of the Dunedin Jockey Club the weather was fine but the track heavy. The totalisator handled £36,556, compared with £32,782 on the first day last year. Following are the results: Trial Hurdles. —Capt. Sarto (Johnston) 1, Red Kriss 2, Strathglass 3. Also started : Mazama, Frisco Mail,

Clicquot, Raconteur, and Adjutor. AVon by two lengths; a length and a-lialf between second and third. Time: 2min 56 4-ssec. Brighton Handicap. —Last Dart (CEmerson) 1, Marmont 2, Bon Skirl 3. Also started 1 : Gold Spinner, Red Cherry, Bouglileen Dhoun, Beau, Brilliant Hope, Obligio, Bon Skirl and Fabriano. Won by a length; a head between second and third. Tim©: lmin 45 l-ssec. . , Birthday Handicap. (G. Young) 1, Boadicea 2, San Salvador 3. Also ran: Kilfane, Scion, Mantua, Francaise, Cutaume, and Wappmg. Won by half a length; over three lengths between second and third. Time: 2min 41 4-ssec. Otago Steeples.—Pamplona (Ellis) X, Galway 2, Whipcord 3. Also ran: Mettle Drift, Ruddy Gold. AVon by a. length; two lengths between second 'and third. Mettle Drift lost its rider. Time: 6min 32sec. . ' Tradesmen’s Handicap.— AVeldone (AGiight) 1, Avispado 2, Bloom 3. Also started: Corn Rigs, The Harp, Eaton Bells and Bella Lake. AVon by a length and a-half; a length between second and third. The Harp was fourth. Time : lmin ISsec. • St. Clair Steenlcs. —Kipling (Collett) and Cassells (Ellis), dead-heat, 1; Taproot 3. Also started: Flag Lieutenant, Malincourt, Sherlock, and Rapid River. Sherlock lost its rider at the stand double. Kipling and Cassells finished together, with Taproot 50 yards away. Time: 6inin 34sec. Jumpers’ Flat. —Le Forte (Humphries) 1, Penury Rose 2, Matatua 3. Also started: Gamecock, Londonderry and Bodyguard. A\ T on by a long neck ; five lengths between second and third. Time : 2min 18 4-ssoc. Winter Welter Handicap.—Radial (A'oung) 1, Vice-Royal 2. Valclamo. 3. Also ran: Guncase, Vasilkov, As-kn-ri, Lady Blissful. Coastguard, Ostonman and Golden King. lin a fighting finish Radial won by three parts of a length, with n head between second and third. Time: lmin 44 3-5 sec. —Press Assn.

SECOND DAY’S WEIGHTS

DUNEDIN, June 3,

The following weights have been declared for the second day’s races : Silvers tream Handicap.—V aldamo 9.13, Kukume, Last Dart, Eaton Bells 9.5, King Sol 8.13, Viewpoint 8.12, Royal AVink 8.10, Bright Mark 8.9, Marmont S.B, Hurdy Gurdy 8.6, Rod Cherry 5.2, Balasor, Bouglileen Dhoun S.O, Obligio 7.12. Brilliant Hope 7.11, Relic Apple Digliton 7.10, Bonskirl, Fresco 7.9, Sunny Mac 7.8, April Showers, Beau, Beauty Light, Fabrino 7.7.

Provincial Handicap.- Palestrina 9.6, Kilfane 9.0. Scion, AVilining Hit 8.9, Mustard Pot S.B, Boadicea 8.8, Royal Star 8.5. Bonnie AVinkie 5.3, Mantua 8.1, Master Sandstone 7.13, Prince Fcrouz 7.11, Ardour 7.7, AUisilkov. Askari 7.6, Claretta, Lady Blissful 7.4, Francaise 7.3, Ravenna 7.2, San Salvador. All. British, Coastguard, AA'apping, Kukume 7.0. Otago Hurdles Handicap—Gamecock 12.0, Mazama 11.13, Londonderry 11.6, Royal Star, Captain Sarto 11.5, Anxious Moments 11.2, Rorkc’s Drift 11.0, Pcnurv Rose 10.13, Mandrake 10.6. Caverock 10.2, Frisco Mail 10.1, Bedrock, Strathglass, Red Ivriss 9.12, Matatua 9.5. Lc Forte 9.5, Petunia, Don Francisco, Adjutor, Raconteur 9.0. AVairongoa Handicap.— Boadicea 9.3, Angelo 5.12. Anomaly 8.12, AA’ill Oakland S.B, Happy AVarrior 8.6, Alas tcr> Sandstone 8.5 The Reaver, Bloom 8.4, Ayrburn, Ivcnmorc 5.3, Dancing Days 8.2, Kerb S.l. Corn Rigs, The Harp 7.13, AA’cldone 7.12, Laughing Eyes 7.11, Last Dart 7.5, Avispado 7.4, AVarhaven 7.3, Bella Lake, Ostermaii, Lady Liffev, Zaragoza 7.0. AATngatui Steeplechase Handicap.— Pamplona 12.13, Palcncia 11.10, AVhipcord 10.13. Isla Bank, Magucra 10.12, Galway 10.8, Lady AVin’ston 10.7, Romance 10.5, Alcttle Drift 10.4, Tokomairiro 9.10, Kipling 9.9, Hollow Log 9.9. Rhoboro 9.7, Ruddy Gold 9.6, Aurore 9.5. Juan 9.3, Rongahere, Intolerance 9.0. Janefield Handicap.— Goldtown 10.12, Los Ambus 10.3. Solferite 9.11, Eaton Bells 9.9. Paddy’s Hope 9.2, Roval AVink, Incursio 8.12, Bonnie Lake 8.11, Bright Mark, Marmont 8.10, Kerry Star 5.9, Knocklyn, Prompter 8.8, Queen Balboa 8.7, Goldspinner 8.6 AVarseer 8.5, Relic 8.3, Hillock. 8.2. Maytime Buoyant, Charion, Brilliant Hope, The Parisian, Sir AA 7 altcr, Soltoe, Frigut, Olympia. March Off, Beauty Light, Rivalry, Cornflower, Fabriano, War March, Michigan 8.0. Forbury Steeplechase Handicap. — Isla Bank 11.13, Alngliera 11.12, Galway 11.8, Tokomairiro 10.8, Hollow Log. Kipling 10.6, Ruddy Gold 10.4, Cassells 10.3. Flag Lieutenant 10.2, Malincourt 9.12, Bill Terry 9.10, Taproot 9.3, Sherlock, Monomore. Rongahere, Rapid River, Intolerance, Bill Turpin. Red Sol 9.0. Invermay AA 7 clter Handicap.—Boadicea 10.0, Anomaly, Radial 9.7, Prince Fcrouz 9.2, Ardour 9.0, Ayrburn 8.11, Guncase 8.9. Askari, Clareina 8.7. Vasilkov 8.5, A r aldamo 8.4, All British 8.2 Lady Blissful, A / iceRoyal 8.1, In the Pink 8.0, San Salvador 7.16, AVarhaven 7.12, Coastguard 7.9, Osterman, Oounterstroke, AA 7 apping, Tliistletown, Freco, Golden King, Bodyguard 7.7. —P.A.

CANTERBURY PARK TROTS

WHISPERING AVILLIE WINS KING 'GEORGE HANDICAP.

CHRISTCHURCH. June 3

The weather was cold and wet for the second day of the Canterbury Park Trotting Club’s meeting. The track was heavy. The attendance was moderate. The totalisator put through £37,024, compared with 35,159 for the corresponding day of last year, making a total of £61,626 for the meeting. as against £64,053 last year. Following are tlje results: Yaldhurst Handicap.—Olcuti (D. Withers) 1, Bon Spec 2, Major Domo 3. Also started: AVeowncr, Te Rapa, Cabin Girl, Rapid AVind, Freeman, Engagement, Mushroom, Ardwood, Colonel Havelock. Rose Peters, Sherry, Electioneer, Child. Count Dee. AVon by a length. Time: 3min 53sec. Peninsula Handicap. • Fashion Queen (Walsh) 1, Harewood 2, Becky Logan 3. Also started: Fernmtoor, Royal Chance, Away, King Dillon, Eric Rothschild, Colchester, Prince Swithin, Harold Bunvood, Saint Bell, Thixendale, Reliance, Dreamalion, Prospect, "Oaknut. Cute Lad, Indra, Carmine. Won by fhrcc lengths; half a, length between second and third. Time: 3min 42 4-ssec.

King George Handicap. —Whispering AVillie (Mills) 1, Vilo 2, Man-o-War 3. Also started: Paul Dufault, Loganwood, Agathos, Onyx and Realm. AVon by two lengths; three lengths between second and third. Time: smin llseo.

Lyttelton Handicap.— Pointalena (AVallis) 1, Menember 2, Winnie Dillon 3. Also started 1 : Imperial, Perfection, Sergeant. Quick March, Meddler, Crusader, Wicklow Boy, Oriole, Renown. Quiver, Rosie Nut, Sunny Jim. Harewood, Prince Burlington, Avenue, Wallroon, Pearlie Chimes. AVon by ten lengths ; a length between second and third. Time: 4min 52 l-ssec.

Aviation Handicap.—Merry Bingen (Aitchison) 1, Our Lady 2, Kean John 8. Also started : Pieter Timmerman, I -t'h Diredt, Sunnv Jim. Marietta, Theseus Young Blake, Bundaberg, Man'goutu, 3>e Norris, Peter Dean. AVon by six lengths; three lengths between second and third. Time:. smin II l-ssec.

Stewards’ Handicap.—Prince Pointer (Hendricksen) 1, Logan 2, Lovall Bell 3. Also ran : Anselm. Idris, ■C'olenut Olive Huon, Teneriffe, Pinevale, Dolly Dillon, Harbour Light, Bcyi Ohau. Won by half a length; two lengths between second and third. Time: 3min 5 l-ssec.

r * Raihvay Handicap.—Ch&vißrai (AVal—- ; lis) 1, Blair Audubon 2, Rfcutus 3. Also started:- Rex Coronado, CuteLad, Prospect, Vera Logan. Copa de- ; Oro Junior, Dftwncast, Phil Smith, ' Lady Embrace, Reta’s Greetings,, Coil and Landlord. AVon by four lengths; a length between second and third. Time: 3min 23 3-ssec.

Final Handicap.— Spring Bells (HencMdksen) 1 Prince Derby 2, Argus 3. Also started: Anselm, Nelson Fame. AstUrio, Logan Lou, Pitaroa, Adair, Chid, Bonny Logan, and Logan Chief. AA 7 on by a nock; tkcoo lengths between second and third. Time: 2min 28sec. —Press Assn.

OTAEI MEETING, SECOND DA Y’SIIOCEPTANOEB. AVEJLINGTON; June 3. Following are the acceptances for the second day of the Otaki meeting: Pukehou Hurdles. Nukumai 11.6, Kinsem 11.2, Admiral Codrington 11.1, Merry Bells 10.8, Solfanello 10.3, - Mangawhero 10.2, Antler 9.8. Tmpy-rean 9.3, Labour Morn 9.2. Parorangi, Emperor, Scintillation 9.U. Tainui Handicap.

AVassail 9.3, Mountain Signal 8.5, Tinobari 8.3. Loyal Maid 8.1, Loved One 7.11, Imperial Spark, Kuhio 7.9, Oarnbce. Pillage 7.6, Roadhog 7.5, Lady Morriwcc 7.4, Lucrative 7.3, Bonnie Gold 7.2. Kilfaire, Bonlita 7.0, Mountain Ore 6.12.

Huia Handicap. Merry Day, Hipo 8.8, Correspondent 8.6, Arch Salute 7.11, Karcao 7.10, Irapuka, Megan, Trespass 7.9, Printemps 7.5, Bitters, Aeriform 7.0, Theic, Lady Ben 6.13, Gang Awa’, Happy Days 6.12 Rose of Athens, Hallowvonia, Radiao, Stream, Merry Queen, Blissfulness 6.7.

Rangiui Handicap. Elvactte 9.0, A tape, Potoanui 8.8, Sensible 8.4. Miss Mickey, All Gold 8.3, Kalakaua 8.2, Bonny Marion 7.8, Bonrina, Otaura 7.7, Pillage 7.0, Treadwell 6.13, Panache 6.10. Rahui Handicap.

Hipo 9.1, Mirousonta 8.13, Ecuador 8.8, Koodoo 7.6, Counter-Attack 7.2, Entrc Nous 7.0, Mountain March, Avonlca 6.10, Birkie 6.7. Ohau AA T elter Handicap.

Alabama 9.8 Potoanui 9.4, Bright Eyes 8.11, Proclaim 8.6, Carnbee, Peter Rosa 8.5. Panim, Elothcnes, Dominant 8.2, Master Black 8.1, 'Enthuse, Bravato Goldpiecc, Emperor 8.0.

Wailcanao Hack Handicap. Arsene Lupin. Lipsol, Maidos, Sinuous 9.0, Rangimoaua, Tikima 8.12, Hallownoon, Luarne Sanctuary, T;v trina S.O. —Press Assn.

NOTES AND NEWS. It is reported that Mr Berne Vallance, of Masterton, intends racing on a fairly large scale this winter, and '•■•'ill confine his charges to hurdle and cent visit to Australia, Air Vallancc steeplechase events. During his rehought a powerful looking grey hunter, wliicli lie-has sent to the Hawke's Bay district to qualiiy tor hunting events. A gelding by Peter Pan from AVaihora is also being schooled over big country, and is shaping well. Then Mahuru is coming on nicely, and in her only start at AVanganui ran second. This marc proved last- season that she is a hold fencer, hut was badly galloped on at Ellersiie when at the top of her form. A sensation was caused at KalgcorJie races on May 17 by "the discovery of an electric battery. It was described as being a little larger than a v.viodeu matchbox, bound with insulating tape with two contact points at '•>ne end. The current was apparently produced by a wet cell. The stipendiarv steward, Air Shea, noticed that R. Gardener was handling The Toff in a peculiar manner in the Third Class Plate. The Toff finished fast in fifth place, and a little later Air Shea thought, lie saw Gardener throw something over the fence. He sent his assistant to the spot, and the battery was found, and Gardener was disqualified for life. An inquiry into The Toff’s running was adjourned. At times the form of horses leads one to expect great things front them (says a Taranaki writer), and many a good judge has been sadly disappointed over the failure of such animals, which sink into oblivion just as quickly as their star rose. This occurred to the writer after witnessing the poor display given by Alilitaire on the concluding day at the recent AAanganui meeting, on which day the good-look-ing son of Alartian was fancied by Ins connections. In the event in question Alilitaire was one of the rear division, and gave a very poor display as compared with his effort in the . same event twelve months ago, which he won, and on his showing in tjiat ia;e many excellent judges immediately sorted out Alilitaire as the possible winner of the AVinter Hurdles at Trentham and the Grand National at Riccartoii. How those unacquainted with the details of the case it would certainly appear as if the judgment was astray, hut it is not generally known that Alilitaire did not go on so well in himself as anticipated. Trouble overtook him which has prevented him from proving that he would have been a good horse oyer hurdles, though not perhaps a National wmI C Moifaa was unquestionably one of the greatest hurdlers and crosscountry horses of New Zealand. He was in fact, described as the Bed Leap of his native land. In referring to past winners of the Liverpool Grand National Steeplechase, the “Special Commissioner” of the “Sportsman” recently said:— 1 do not altogether agree that Moifna was an ugly boast. He was plain, no doubt, with some excess of AValer conformation, hut he had a magnificent 'forehead and depth of girth, and no finer jumper ever crossed the Ainttee country. But for going wrong m the wind, he would probably have won a, second time.” Moifaa it will be remembered, was purchased by the late King Edward after the New Zealander won at. Aintrec, hut when put into training for the following yeai s rnco it wns discovered that he iiaci become useless for racing purposes. A Taranaki writer saw Mark hit® being hacked about last week, nml the chestnut looks very big and burly. An exchange states that the gelding will shortly be nut into strong, work, but it is not likely that he will he asked to hustle much until next season, when he will receive a New Zealand Cup preparation. Among the visitors at the AVanganui meeting says “The AVatcher” in the Evening Post, was Air AValtcr Armstrong, of Grey town North, who had not been art a. meeting at- the AVost Coast town since King John won the AVanganui Steeplechase in 1880. He also witnessed the success of Betrayer in the AVanganui Cup, which race was said to be the first thousand-pound stake in this Island. . Nothing hut the skill of Air Frank ©undell, the Swindon veterinary surgeon, could have got blaster Robert to the post. The horse suffers from a diseased hone in one ’of. his feet, and only poulticing has relieved him of the pain. This works off when he starts to gallop,-but the son of Moorside 11. must be wonderfully, stouthearted to get round as he did. and it siays much for the training of the Hon. Aubrey Hastings. “Cardigan-;” in the Sydney Referee, says: Razzle Dazzle comes from the same .family on the dam’s side as Heroic, St. James (champion American two-year-old), Traquair, Magpie, and other famous gallopers, as her dam, Simper, is by Symington (son of Ayrshire) from Ohelys, a good performer. by Sir Visto from Chelandry. It is truly remarkable the number of great gallopers at present racing in different countries that* claim Ghelandry as either their second or third dam.'

BOX DIG

MO!)RICH KNOCKS OCT O’SULLIVAN IN FIRST ROUND.

AUCKLAND, June 3. A professional heavyweight boxing contest between J. O’Sullivan and G. Modrieh, for a purse of £IOO, resulted in Modrieh knocking out his opponent in the first round. O’Sullivan was down three times and was knocked out with a heavy left to the jaw. —P.A.

THE DEATH OF MENDIES

VERDICT OF ACCIDENTAL

DEATH

SYDNEY, June 3. At the inquest into the death of George Mendies, the boxer, the coroner’s verdict was accidental death.— U.P.A.

SOCCER.

YESTERDAY’S GAMES

In consequence of the unsettled state of the weather the postponement committee of the Poverty Bay Football Association cancelled all the advertised matches for the Reserve yesterday. The selectors however, agreed to allow sides to bo chosen for a practice match. As a result of the selection at 11 o’clock the Foresters A took the field against a team of Saturday plavcis with one or two exceptions. The Foresters proved too good for the combined team, winning by three goals to two. Twigley (2) and Venables (1) scored for Foresters and W. Hanna and F. Sharp noted for the combined team. Wood (goal), Venables and Harvey were the pick of the Foresters Hope and W. Hanna showed good form for the combination. Mr. McKay was referee.

In tho afternoon at 2.30 teams representing Blues and Whites opposed each other, the Blues being victorious by three goals to nil. T. Hill (2) and 'll. Turnbull scored. Mr Johnson was referee.

Taken all round an interesting and enjoyable football day was 6pent in spite of the piercing westerly. After witnessing the Foresters team at work yesterday it is quite- evident that the selectors must seriously consider the claims of the Thursday players when compiling the chosen representatives against the Chinese combination. Further it is indeed doubtful if the Foresters in their present form will succumb to any Saturday team. This team is composed of young speedy and resourceful players.

hockey. FEILDING TOURNAMENT. FETLDING, June 3. Over 50 teams from Wellington, Wairarapn, Hawke’s Bay, Wanganui and Taranaki competed in a hockey tournament, ladies’ seven a-side and men five a-side. la the ladies’ contest St. Johns (Dannevirke) and Marten met in the final, St. John’s winning by the narrowest margin, a hit behind the line. The meiT’s contest was won by Lower Hutt, who defeated Pirates (Foil ding). Tim Phillpot Cup for the Wesley Bible Class teams was won by Feeding who defeated Wellington.-—P.A.