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Manawatu Standard, Volume 9138, Issue 9138, 10 February 1910, Page 5

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Owners and trainers are finally reminded that nominations for the Dannevirke meeting close with the secretary, Mr J. S. Freeman, at 9 o'clock to-night. The telegraph office at Dannevirke closes at 8 o'clock. S. Murray, Trentham, writes to the N.Z. Times, in- reply to Mr J.- Ame6, stating that Merrivonia "has been a constant attendant on the track there, and has executed some fair work." C. O'Neill has appealed against tho decision of tho stewards of the Foxton Club who imposed a fine of £5 upon him in connection with the brawl in the jockey's room at the Foxton meeting. The whole matter will be investigated by tho stewards of the Metropolitan Club at an early date, and some interesting disclosures may be expected. EGMONT RACES. (Peb Press Association.) HAWERA, Feb. 10. The second day of the Egmont races is being held in splendid weather. Results : — Waimate Handicap.—Cleniora 1, North East 2, Nicotine 3. All started. Time, 1.15 4-5. ... Farmers' Plate. —Chase Mab 1, Himitangi 2, Beacon 3. Also started: Waiariki, Lochguard, Forward. Time, 2.2 2-5. Eltham Hurdles. —Reumac 1, Playmate 2, Golden Glow 3. Also started: Mount Cook. Time, 3.19 1-5. Okaiawa Hack Hurdles. —Maggie Paul 1, Prophet 2, Taupo 3. Also started: Waione, Anemone, Clcmency. Time, 2.48 1-5. BOBRIKOFF AND DOWNFALL. Received February 10, 10.40 a.m. SYDNEY, Feb. 10. Downfall, who sustained a bruised forefoot before leaving New Zealand, had a portion of the affected part removed, and seems none the worse for the operation. Bobrikoff at present goes as if sore.