HORSE DOPED
TAMWORTH (N.S.W.), May 3. A report that The Epicure had been doped has caused excitement here. The horse fell several times after exercise, and was found to be suffering from temporary paralysis. The horse was brought to Tamworth about a week ago by M. O’Donnell, and up till Sunday morning no fault could be found with the gelding’s condition. On his Way to the course on Sunday the horse displayed signs of uneasiness. It was not, however, until after he had been exercised that the real trouble was located.
The horse fell several times after pulling up, and both his owner and trainer experienced much difficulty in keeping him on his feet. It was then found that lie wag suffering from temporary paralysis. The Epicure appears to ho gradually improving, but O’Donnell stated last night that he had not nearly recovered from the drug which was undoubtedly administered. Horseowners have been warned to take particular care of their charges.
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Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LIII, Issue 16340, 14 May 1927, Page 8
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161HORSE DOPED Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LIII, Issue 16340, 14 May 1927, Page 8
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