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Southland Times, Issue 25310, 13 June 1935, Page 10

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NOTES BY SIR MODRED. The Hawkes Bay Jockey Club’s Winter meeting will open at Hastings today. Maoriland horseman J. Barry is still on deck in Melbourne and in action. Redditch is favourite for the V.R.C. Grand National Steeplechase, run on July 13. Leading criticis in Melbourne are against Redditch (12.7) for the G.N. • Steeplechase. Southlander Tauramai has been entered for big Sydney and Melbourne spring events. At the Victoria R-C.’s Birthday meeting K. Voitre rode five- winners, four the first day. .

Stanchion may go to Melbourne for the Australian Hurdle Race (3.1 m. run in August.

Tareha is expected to race well in the Hawkes Bay Hurdles, to be run today.

Slippery has been galloping well at Hawkes Bay J.C. course for early racing.

H. N. Wiggins may return from India for the Auckland R.C. Spring meeting in November.

Sydneyites J. T. Jamieson (trainer) and E. Bartie (jockey) have been visiting Christchurch.

Pacer Iraq has won eight races for Mr J. Richardson (Dunedin) for the current season.

New Zealand horses are strongly represented in A.J.C. Epsom Handicap, £2OOO (lm.) run on October 5.

P. B. Quinlan, who had Count Ito racing for him prior to his sale for India, has seven youngsters at Caulfield.

At the recent V.R.C. Birthday meeting K. Voitre, true to his reputation, rode the last winner each day.

It is stated that J. T. Jamieson was acting for an ex-Maorilander when his offer of 600gns was refused for Solaria.

The imported English sire, Cape Horn, has been sold by Mr Kemball to Mrs F. Evans, of Tauranga.

Taranaki gelding Matorni (Paper Money—Santaline) has been sold to Mr T. Hey, Tasmania.

Rasouli (11.1) put up a great display under E. Mackie, when beaten a head in Auckland on Saturday.

The going was holding for Campbell Hurdles (2m.) when Rasouli went under to Vai Watch (10.4).

With 9.10 in the saddle On Parade outclassed the field in Fitzroy Handicap (lm.) at Auckland.

Wellington-trained Pahu appears to be falling consistently in his essays over the big country.

It is claimed that Haakon has only to stand up to win high honours as an open steeplechaser.

Dollar Bill has had a great run of success since he opened his. winning account at Riverton.

Paper Money—Zarene gelding, Dollar Bill favours short courses, but may do better later on.

HorsJs trained by jockey-mentor D. O’Connor at Riccarton have won over £l5OO this season.

During the current season, horses trained at Riccarton have won £38,825 10/- in stakes.

Sea Fox is unlikely to race at Washdyke on Saturday, but may attend W.R.C.’s Winter meeting.

Since first introduced to Melbourne in Aug., 1931, the totalisator has produced £300,000 for charities.

Seventeen race meetings in England and three in Ireland were held on Easter Monday this year.

Riccarton horses, Royal Limond £BOO, Horowhenua £350, and Free Air £2OO, won £1350 at A.R.C. Winter meeting.

Eight galloping meetings and one light harness fixture were held in New Zealand on Easter Monday, .

The South Canterbury and Hawkes Bay Jockey Clubs vrill control fixtures on Saturday next.

S. Barr has taken Silver Sight in hand again at Riccarton and the gelding may be schooled for hurdling.

In addition to horses already in Australia, 17 entries were received from Maoriland for gallopers representing New Zealand.

Trainer E. J. Eilis, of Washdyde, has entered his colt Silver Coat, by Pink Coat from Silver Patch, (Southlandbred) for A.J.C. Epsom Handicap.

New Zealand owner-trainer J. M. Cameron, who has been ill in Australia, was to leave Sydney on June 6 with his team for his Hastings home.

Mrs Evans, who has purchased Cape Hom (imp.), is the wife of Mr J. H. Evans, who won the Tamaki Steeplechase at Auckland on Saturday with Cromwell.

For the A.J.C. Epsom Handicap (lm.) the entries were six less than last year, but as the entrance fee has been doubled the club will gain.

Since 1931, at Moonee Valley, Williamstown, , Caulfield, Flemington and Ascot, all in the Melbourne metropolitan area, the sum of about £6,000,000 has been invested in the totalisator.

Adelaide Cup winner, Million, who was bred in South Australia, is a son of Trillion (The Welkin—Wilga), who ranks as a full brother to Kanooka, dam of that good horse Winooka. In his racing days Trillion was a good sprinter, but his son, Million, is credited with running as a useful stayer.

The Mentone training operations of June 4 disclose the fact that several of Mr W. T. Hazlett’s team are in strong work at the seaside preparatory ground. On the day quoted Chief Light (F. J. McKay), on the outside, defeated Dulzura (half-sister by Chief Ruler to Dazzling Raid), ridden by J. Sullivan, and Kindly Light (T. Wilson) over six furlongs in 1.21, the first three furlongs in 40sec.

For some time past it has been noted that the Hawkes Bay district is about to provide a welcome number of recruits to the jumping game, and the position is reflected in the entry lists for the Napier Park Racing Club’s Winter fixture on June 20 and 22. For the Moteo Hack Hurdles, £7O (IJm.), on the opening day, 20 entrants have been engaged, while the Napier Hack Steeplechase, £125 (about 2£m.) displays 16 nominations. On June 22, the Waiohiki Hack Hurdles, £7O (l£m.) shows 25 entries, and for the Park Hack Steeplechase, £llO (about 21m.)

the promising figures of 15 are published.

The aged gelding Cotsfield, by Gold Soult—Voila, who won the Grandstand Steeplechase at the recent Wanganui J.C. Winter meeting, with Riotous and Royal Limond in the places, has been engaged in hack cross-country events at the Napier Park R.C.’s Winter meeting next week. The son of Gold Soult is already spoken of as a novice steeplechaser who is likely to make good between the flags and they know their onions in Hawkes Bay wheji it comes to the selection of novice jumping performers.

Among those present at the Foxton R.C. meeting last Week (remarks “The Watcher” in The Dominion), was Mr George Edwards, an old Foxton identity, who has the reCord of having seen racing at- Foxton over an uninterrupted period of 70 years. Mr Edwards, who is over 80, bears his age remarkably well, and took a keen interest in the racing. He and Mr F. S. Easton, of the MoUtoa Estate, were able to recall memories of the days when the whole area on which the racecourse now formed a part used to be covered with water.

In the Foxton Cup (Um.) contest last week the lightweights Eminent (7.10), Full Throttle (7.1), Kurapae (7.0) and Boudoir (7.2) cleared out from the field and gave nothing else a chance—Eminent won by a length from Boudoir in slow going in 2.13 2-5. The favourite each way, Lapel (8.3) was third, while Lady Ronald (8.1) and Walton Park (8.11) ran good races. The display of 2-2 Korokio (7.13) was disappointing and it is suggested that she is marked down for the matron’s paddock.

Five-year-old gelding Arouse, who won the Maiden Stakes (6f.) at Foxton RC meeting, is a son of the defunct English horse Grand Knight from Wake Up, by Bezonian (imp.) from Somniform, by Boniform from Dreamer, by Mostyn from Moorooroo, by Trenton (Musket) from Nightmare, by Panic. Nothing had.any chance with the winner, who is reported to have improved a great deal. The pedigree of Arouse is of great interest in Southland, as his dam, Wake Up, traces back to the same maternal source as the local mares Cough and Thornton, through Slumber, and her descendant Yawn (dam of Mr T. Baird’s gallopers) who came from a similar cross—Moorooroo and Slumber were full sisters by Trenton— Nightmare.

It is pleasing to note that Mr W. T. Hazlett has deemed Dazzling Raid worthy of entry in the leading spring events of the Victorian 1935-36 season, as the tall chestnut colt promised to furnish into a useful galloper prior to leaving Invercargill. He grew fast when taken across to Melbourne and a patient policy was decided upon, with the result that he has seldom been seen in public, but his real tryout will probably be embarked upon now that he has outlived his coltishness. He was inclined to gallop with his head in the air when trained on the S.R.C. tracks, but F. J. McKay guided him out of this tendency to a reasonable extent. Foaled in 1930. he is by Night Raid (imp.) from Dazzling Light (dam of Strong Light and Dulzura) by Kilbroney (imp.) from Simper (imp.) and their breeding suggests galloping ability.

“Parasang is a puzzle (says the Timaru Herald). Either he has been unlucky or he has been over-estimated, and 'he may settle the question this week. He was fancied for the Great Western at Riverton, but since he beat two others in a hunters’ race at the Birchwood meeting in the autumn he has not completed a race.” The writer quoted did not see the Tahuna Steeplechase, on the opening day of the D.J.C. Winter meeting, when the Southlandowned jumper was decidedly unlucky, as with the event apparently in his keeping, the Tractor —Ruena gelding slipped going into the third to last obstacle and crashed into the timber Parasang displayed pace and jumping ability up to this unfortunate stage of the race. <

Writing in Hawkes Tribune “The Barb” remarks: —“Graball (Cynic —Pursefiller), winner of the three chief steeplechases at _ Dunedin, first learned to jump in this district when he was put through his initial pacings by trainer V. H. Colello, who has turned out so many winners of important jumping races in the Dominion. Graball was never raced over fences here, and had one or two races only in maiden events. This gelding was always a natural jumper and when he first came to Hastings from Gisborne it was with great difficulty he was kept in a paddock as he would leap over wire fences with consummate ease. The performance of winning all three steeplechases at the one meeting has been equalled on only very few occasions in New Zealand. He was first owned here by the late Mr Joe Gillies, who gave him away to a friend in the other island. He apparently passed him on to Mr W. (“Bill”) Hazlett of All Black fame. When Mr Hazlett decided to put him to racing no trainer was anxious* to take this short-necked gelding so that he decided to prepare the Cynic gelding himself and has now won six crosscountry events with him.”

Interviewed by a Christchurch Press representative, the Sydney trainer, J. T. Jamieson, an ex-New Zealander, furnished some interesting and instructive observations on the proposal to introduce licensed bookmakers to Maoriland. Visiter Jamieson scouted the idea that this would solve the problem of improving racing in the Don>inion. This form of betting played a leading part in the sport in Australia, but the difference in population was an important consideration, and so far as New Zealand was concerned the totalisator probably was the ideal betting method. His experience in Australia led him to the belief that the remedy for the present situation here lay in a reduction of taxation, followed by centralization. On the latter point he quoted conditions in Sydney and Melbourne where racing was available every week without the need for travelling. While admitting that the population of those two cities created a position which did net exist in New Zealand, he urged that racing here would be greatly benefited if meetings were concentrated at Riccarton and the other chief centres. The visitors will return to the North Island on Friday night and will leave Auckland for Sydney on Friday of next week. Jamieson has about 20 horses in his stable at Randwick, where his son is temporarily in charge. LIGHT HARNESS SPORT. SUCCESS OF LLEWELLYN’S-STOCK. THE HANDICAPPING SYSTEM. SIRES OF SUCCESSFUL MATRONS. BY STOPWATCH. Winton, June 11. Rocks Ahead’s last three starts for two seconds and a third placing in select Canterbury fields stamp her as above average ability. It was mentioned in these columns a week or two ago that E. Todd’s representative was racing in a very strong class in Canterbury at the moment, and this opinion appears to have been borne out. When 'Rocks Ahead finished second to both Llewellyn’s Pride and Graham Direct respectively she lost no friends by her defeats, as on a track that was not fast she stepped to good time in 2.52 1-5 (IJm.) and 3.25 4-5 (IJm.). Reference is made elsewhere in these columns to the promise of Llewellyn’s

Pride, while as far as Graham Direct is concerned, he is regarded as the best three-year-old that has been produced in the Dominion during the current season, and good enough to propose taking to Australia to be matched against the best three-year-olds there. On the second day of the Canterbury Park meeting, Rocks Ahead filled third berth to Gamble and Recess, and on an improved track recorded the fast time of 3.18 3-5 for the IJm. This latter performance showed the Happy Voyage mare up in her true light, and she is one that despite the difficulty of her present class, will win in her turn. It was no disgrace to be beaten by Gamble on the latter occasion, as the son of Jack Potts is another who is designed to • reach the best class. While racing in the home province E. Todd’s candidate was responsible for a number of first class exhibitions, but probably her best display was at the Gore T.C. fixture last Boxing Day when she was placed second to Wild Dreams over a mile in saddle. On this occasion the Happy Voyage mare did not immediately strike her gait, but when on the journey registered a phenomenal performance to go just outside 2.12. The fact that Llewellyn’s Pride has continued to show good form, and a recent success at Addington (when he prevailed from Rocks Ahead), in a good class field, has vindicated to some extent, the opinions expressed by several Christchurch scribes some time back, that the Llewellyn gelding Was one designed to reach good company. In the meantime Llewellyn’s Pride has to be regarded as a sprinter, for as yet he has not been thoroughly tested as far as his staying capabilities are. concerned. Llewellyn’s Pride is racing in a very strong class in Christchurch at the moment, but it is very apparent that he is one who will rise from the ruck. The activities of Llewellyn’s Pride have been followed with some local interest in view of the fact that his sire, Llewellyn (imp.) is owned by the Otautau stud-master, Mr A. Chisholm, at which centre he has stood for the past two seasons. Imported to the Dominion by the Christchurch breeder, Mr J. R. McKenzie, Llewellyn , (a son of Guy Axworthy) was foaled in 1926, while it is an interesting fact that Llewellyn’s Pride was foaled in 1929, and thus Llewellyn was only a two-year-old colt when mated with Mollie Pointer. In the same year Llewellyn was also mated with Petrova, and the result of this union was Llewellyns Pet, also a winner, and these two rank as the only members of the stock of the imnorted horse racing so far. It is a gratifying fact to know that Llewellyn has been mated with a number of well-bred mares locally, as there is no doubt that he is a promising progenitor, and this opinion is held by many breeders of wide experience. It is also a significant fact that since being brought to Southland by Mr Chisholm, regret has been aired in Canterbury circles that he was ever permitted to leave their midst, while more than one effort has been made ,to purchase the Guv Axworthy horse. [Since the above was written both Llewellyn’s Pride and Llewellyn’s Pet secured place money in fast time at Ashburton on Saturday last. Llewellyn’s Pride was beaten by half a length over 11m. by Iraq, a young pacer for whom a big future is predicted. The Llewellyn gelding went 3.17 and Iraq 3.16 4-5. Llewellyn’s Pet was second to Tricliff over 11m., in 3.24.] The present handicapping system has come under fire on different occasions in Southland. One of the difficulties that is being met with in. the home province, is that not sufficient horses are able to qualify for local cup races, in comparison with the number of horses that are leaving local stables to race from Canterbury headquarters. The same difficulty is being experienced in Canterbury as far as the N.Z. Cup contest, and other races of equal class are concerned. The question may not appear so immediate as it is in the south, as horses in N.Z. Cup class do not retire as quickly as they leave the Southland province for fresh fields, and greater opportunities. “Ribbonwood” in the N.Z. Referee comments on the matter as follows: “A phase of the handicapping system that is causing some concern is the paucity of new blood qualifying for the better classes. At the beginning of the present season the maiden limit for pacers was tightened two seconds to 3.43 and the maiden trotters’ limit two seconds to 3.49, with the idea of accelerating a horse’s progress to the top rank. It cannot be said that this has had the desired results, and although Wild Guy and Gold Tinge are on the brink of 4.26 company, and War Buoy and Taxpayer are likely to have become eligible after the August meeting, there will not need to be any casualties or retirements among those at present eligible if the 1935 New ‘Zealand Cup field is to conform with the standard of past years. Harold Logan and Roi I’Or cannot go on for ever, Lindbergh is probably on the down grade, and Satin King was absent last year because of unsoundness. . . .”

It is widely regarded as far as the Dominion is concerned that daughters of defunct Logan , Pointer (by Star Pointer, son of Brown Hal) have been amongst the most prolific stud matrons, and on this account it is freely recognized that Logan Pointer mares have carried on their sire’s great blood lines. Undoubtedly Logan Pointer was among The greatest importations to 'these shores, but it is very apparent that he is likely to be keenly rivalled. Logan Pointer was foaled in 1909, brought to N.Z. in 1915, and died in 1924. Other great sires as early importations, whose names are to be found in the pedigrees of many of the best winners of the present day, may be mentioned as Berlin, Vancleve, Electioneer, Ha Ha, Wildwood, Irvington, Marvin Wilkes, while later ones may be added as Petereta, Nelson Bingen and Great Audubon. It has been brought home to notice that daughters of Great Audubon have bred on with outstanding success. Great Audubon was a son of the ■world renowned Peter the Great, and it is anticipated that two other sons of this great family-founder, will continue to keep his name to the forefront. One of these is Wrack, leading progenitor of the Dominion at the present, and when many of his well performed daughters are retired to the stud, it is expected that they will breed on, as have Logan Pointer rnares. Very few of the stock of Wrack mares have raced so far, although a good number have young unraced stock to their credit. The 1934 Sapling Stakes winner, Moana Tama was got by Nelson Derby from Thelma Wrack, a daughter of Wrack. According to the Stud Book, Thelma Wrack was only a two-year-old when she foaled Moana Tama. In Southland a Wrack mare has been used,at the stud, and this matron was returned as a dam of the ill-fated three-year-old, Happy Go Lucky, a juvenile that showed outstanding promise. Another interesting point is that the North Island two-year-old winner, Ken Worthy, by Frank Worthy is out of a Peter Moko mare. Peter Moko (located in Southland), is another son of Peter the Great, and it is obvious to students oi breeding that his daughters, too, should reach no mean level as matrons. Following the success of Great Audubon as a sire of matrons, and the promise of Wrack’s daughters, some interest will be evinced in years to come, in the actual success of daughters of Wrack and Peter Moko. two sires who rank as sons of Peter the Great. ,

CUl‘ PRESENTED BY DUKE MARTON JOCKEY CLUB. (Per United Press Association.) Auckland, June 12. A particularly fine silver cup presented by the Duke of Gloucester to the New Zealand Racing Conference has arrived in Auckland from England. It was designed and made by Walker and Hall, of Sheffield and will shortly be forwarded to the Marton Jockey Club. The presentation of the cup was announced by the Duke after he had ridden in a race for gentlemen riders at the Marton Jockey Club’s meeting and he asked that the race for the cup should be held annually at the club’s summer meeting. The cup is of exceptionally fine design, and has a coat of arms of his Royal Highness engraved on it. THE AUSTRALIAN TURF ROSEBERRY MEETING. (United Press Assn.—Telegraph Copyright.) (Rec. 9.45 p.m.) Sydney, June 12. At the Roseberry races to-day, Golden Gate won the first division of the Flying Handicap. Respectful was fifth Jutland was unplaced in the first division of the Daceyville Mile. Antique was unplaced in the second division of the Daceyville Mile. SOUTH CANTERBURY JOCKEY CLUB ACCEPTANCES RECEIVED. (Per United Press Association.) Tlmam, June 12. The following are the acceptances for the South Canterbury Jockey Club's winter meeting on Saturday:— PUKAKI HUHDL.ES. £lOO. One mile and ahalf.

HAWKES BAY JOCKEY CLUB ACCEPTANCES FOR TO-DAY. The acceptances for the Hawke's Bay Jockey Club's meeting are as follows:— 12 noon MAIDEN PLATE, £7O. Special weights. Five furlongs and a-half. War Parade Puru Morning Quest Okanagan Paetutu Kokomea Granvale Mahora Celerimus Grand Trackman Peggy Defoe Caen Mona Lisa 12.40 p.m. HAWKBS BAY HURDLES. £lOO. One mile and three-quarters.

BASKETBALL EVENING TOURNAMENT. MAKAREWA’S SUCCESS. The first evening basketball tournament was held last evening, despite the very wintry conditions. Thirty-seven junior, 24 senior and 10 men’s teams took part. The play was of a high standard in most of the games, and the handicapping was satisfactory and several games ended in a draw, requiring extra time. This delayed the matches to some extent, but even so, the games were got off promptly. The men s section this time.was very poor in comparison with the standard of play in this section last year. The players had less idea of the game and their play was wild. Cubs and Wallacetown played the best basketball, while H. and J.’s and Makarewa had some combination. 1116 results were as follows:— Men’s Section. First Round.—Makarewa A (5), Georgetown Colts (1); H. and J.’s (3), Brickbats (2); Tom Katz (8), St. Peter’s (2); Cubs (6), Bluff (1). Second Round.—Makarewa A (4), H. and J.’s (3); Cubs (4), Tom Katz (2); Wallacetown won by default from Kakapos; Blues (3), Makarewa B (0). Semi-finals.—Cubs (3), Makarewa A (1); Wallacetown (4), Blues (3). Final.—Cubs (4), Wallacetown (3). Consolation.—First Round, Georgetown (5), Brickbats (4); second round, St. Peter’s (5), Georgetown (1); final, Makarewa B (3), St. Peter’s (2). Senior Girls. First Round.—Rata A (7), Collegiate 2A (5); Makarewa (5), St. Mary’s (4); Kiwi IstTfi), Pirates (5); Wallacetown

(9), Rovers (6); Rata 2nd (6), Kiwi 2nd (5); Ryal Bush (7), Collegiate 2B (6). ' Second Round.—Makarewa (5), Rata (4) Kiwi (7), Wallacetown (6); Ryal Bush (9), Rata (6); Collegiate (5), Bluff (3). Semi-finals.—ljjakarewa (6), Kiwi (5) Ryal Bush (5), Collegiate (4). Final. —Makarewa (6), Ryal Bush (2). Consolation.—St. Mary’s (9), Collegiate 2A (8); Kiwi (7), Pirates (6); Rovers (10), Bluff- (3); semi-finals, Kiwi (5), St. Mary’s (4); Rovers (8), Collegiate 2B (7); finals, Rovers (6), Kiwi (5). Junior. First Round.—Rosedale (6), H. and J.’s (1); Rata (9), St. Peter’s sth (5); Collegiate 3rd (9), Rosedale (5); McKenzie’s (3), Makarewa 3rd (8); Woolworths (7); Winton A (9), Pirates sth (3); Kiwi 3rd (5), St. Mary’s 4th (2). Second Round.—Rosedale (9), Rata (2); Collegiate 3rd (3), McKenzie’s (2); Winton (7), Makarewa 3rd (5); Kiwi 3rd (7), Collegiate sth (5); St. Mary’s 3rd (14), Winton B (8); Rovers (3), Kiwi sth (2); St. Peter’s 3rd (6), St. Mary’s sth (5); Pirates 3rd (6), Collegiate 4th (2). Third Round.—Rosedale (6), Collegiate 3rd (4); Winton (7), Kiwi. 3rd (2); St. Mary’s 3rd (5), .Rovers (2); Pirates 3rd (6), St. Peter’s (5). Semi-finals. —Winton (9), Rosedale (5); Pirates (5), St. Mary’s (2). Final. —Winton (7), Pirates (3). Consolation. —First round, H. and J.’s (9), St. Peter’s (5); Kiwi 4th (6), Rosedale sth (5); Woolworth’s (8), Pirates sth (5); Winton (5), St. Mary’s (2); second round, Kiwi 4th (3), H. and J.’s (2); Winton (5), Woolworth’s (4); Kiwi (5) St. Mary’s (3); Collegiate 4th (6), Collegiate sth (5); semi-finals, Kiwi (6) Winton (5); Collegiate (8), Kiwi (7) final, Collegiate (5), Kiwi (4). CENTRAL DISTRICT MATCHES POSTPONED. (From Our Correspondent.) Owing to the inclement weather prevailing in the Central District, all basketball .matches scheduled to have been played yesterday were postponed. CENTRAL SUB-ASSOCIATION. A LIVELY MEETING. RESIGNATION NOT ACCEPTED. (From Our Correspondent.) At a meeting that lasted for three hours, and one that was called to order on several occasions, several matters were threshed out when the delegates of the Central District Basketball SubAssociation met at Winton on Wednesday evening. The main topic discussed was in connection with the referee failing to put in an appearance for a match to be played at Winton and the referee’s action in going to Ryal Bush when, it was alleged, he was aware that the match was to be- decided at Winton. Several heated exchanges took place during the meeting. One of the vice-presidents of the sub-associ-ation tendered his resignation, but. it was not accepted. The president, Mr W. Norman (Forest Hill), presided over a representative attendance of delegates. A letter was received from Mr D. W. Anderson resigning from the office of vice-president and a delegate to the sub-association. With competition keener and more interest apparent in the game, 1935 should, as regard playing achievement be a record year,” he stated. “I have been assured repeatedly that this end will be attained if I disinterest myself in the sub-associa-tion’s activities. Wishing the Central Sub-Association a peaceful and successful season.” Mr Anderson stated that in fairness to the president he would like to impress upon the meeting that it was through no action of Mr Norman’s that he was taking the step he had, but he was sorry he could not say that much for some of the others at the meeting. Mr H. A. Pierce moved that the resignation be accepted and that Mr Anderson be thanked for his past services. Mr A. Watson seconded the motion. Mr M. Thomson stated that he would like to hear a further explanation from Mr Anderson, while Mr Alex. Clark referred to the good work accomplished by Mr Anderson as a referee and asked him to reconsider his decision. Mr Anderson stated that he was not resigning as a referee but purely as an official of the sub-association. Teams Without Referee. Mr Norman stated that the matter brought up a big question, and there were certainly one or two happenings in recent matches that needed explaining. He stated that in the recent Ryal Bush—Rovers match to be played at Winton the referee (Mr Anderson) had gone to Ryal Bush, when he knew the match was to be played at Winton, and left two teams of girls waiting. No match resulted. The speaker had informed Mr R. Reid, chairman of the Referees’ Association, that the Ryal Bush Club would play all its matches on the tennis courts at Winton, and he asked for an explanation. Mr Reid: I did not hear you say where the matches were to be played. The chairman: Mr Anderson, who was appointed to referee the match, rang me and asked where the match was to be played, and I told him at Winton. Why did he not turn up at the courts at Winton? Mr Watson: I understand he was instructed to go to Ryal Bush. Continuing, the chairman stated that another vice-president of the association, Mr H. Phillips, had taken Mr Anderson to Ryal Bush when he had known that the girls were ready at the courts at Winton. Such actions of officials were not in the interest of the game in the district. He had also learned that Mr Anderson had gone to the captain of the Rovers team and told her that if her team would go to Ryal Bush it would get the match by default. “Is that cricket?” asked Mr Norman. “I have been connected with basketball for some years in this district, and I have never heard of a more childish and silly action,” he added. Mr Watson: It appears to me that the Referees’ Association has been arranging the fixtures, and the whole trouble appears to have cropped up through Ryal Bush playing its matches at Winton. A good deal of cross-talk followed, and on two occasions the meeting was called to order. In reply to a question the chairman stated that the Referees' Association decided wherb the matches were to be played. Mr Clapp: Can the sub-association chairman over-rule the Referees’ Association? The chairman: I took the trouble to tell the Referees’ Association that the Ryal Bush Club would play • all its matches at Winton. Mr H. J. Mathias: At that meeting I am certain that Mr Reid had it explained to him that Ryal Bush would play its games at Winton. “Went to Ryal Bush.” The chairman: I would like to know what Mr Phillips has to say about it. He was at the tennis courts, saw the two teams ready and then went in his car and got Mr Anderson and took him to Ryal Bush. Mr Phillips: I took him to Ryal Bush all right. You told me the other day that I didn’t even go to Ryal Bush. Mr Arthur Clark: It was just an effort to upset the Ryal Bush Club. At the Winton courts I asked Mr Reid to referee the match, but he would not do so. Mr Anderson: You would think the referees were getting a guinea a day for this work. All they get is a lot of abuse. • v

Mr Pierce: Do I understand that both Mr Phillips and Mr Anderson as vicepresidents of the sub-association went to Ryal Bush when they knew the girls were waiting to play at Winton? Mr Watson; The referees instructed Mr Anderson to go to Ryal Bush. Either the Referees' Association or the chairman of this sub-association is wrong. Mr Arthur Clark: The whole trouble is no fault of the girls; it is caused by those on the side-line.

Mr J. O’Shannessy said that a continuation of Such wrangling would absolutely ruin the sport of basketball in the district. ■ Mr Norman: It may assist matters if both Messrs Phillips and Anderson apologize to the teams concerned. In the discussion which followed it was ’mentioned that the Ryal Bush team was comprised of players who had applied for permission to establish a new club to be known as United. This application was refused and eight of the girls had turned round and joined the Ryal Bush team following the passing of a resolution by the subassociation that the girls be given permission to play for whatever team they desired. Mr Watson remarked that if the chairman would admit that he had over-ruled the opinion of the. subassociation by allowing these girls to play for Ryal Bush the question would be amicably settled. Action of Referees Criticized. Mr Norman: The sub-association appears to have over-ruled itself. It was first decided that these eight girls be not permitted to join a new club, and on top of that a resolution was then passed permitting the girls to join any club they desired. As far as the. actions of Messrs Anderson and Phillips are concerned, I am satisfied that neither, as a vicepresident of this subassociation, acted as he should have done. It was apparent that they did not have the interests of the game in the district at heart to do such a thing. They knew that the match was to be played at Winton, and they turned round and went to another centre and left the girls waiting. Mr Pierce: There has been a lot. of talk about some members not acting as they should have. I think we should deal with Mr Phillips as well as Mr Anderson, for he seems to be taking it all on his shoulders. Mr Anderson: I am quite prepared to take it all. Mr Phillips: I am ashamed of nothing I have done. At the last meeting I objected to this new club forming a team in the interests, I considered, of basketball in the district. Mr Pierce: I would be prepared to include in my motion that Mr Phillips be asked to tender his resignation too. Mr Reid: I think that all the referees should hand in their resignations; that may square the matter up. Eventually Mr Anderson’s resignation was considered. On a show of hands being taken the resignation was not accepted, seven voting for the motion and ten against. “That is a vote of confidence in Mr Anderson as a member of this subassociation,” stated Mr Watson' amidst applause. The matter was then dropped. A Referee’s Complaint.

Mr R. Reid, referee of the Ryal Bush—l/ochiel match at Lochiel, reported that abusive remarks had been levelled at him after the match by two Lochiel supporters. “Unless we are assured that a repetition of this behaviour will not be experienced by our referees in future, we respectfully ask that the Lochiel grounds be not used for future fixtures,” he said. Mr Reid added that if referees were to be treated in such a manner it would be difficult in future to get referees to take charge of matches. Mr Alex. Clark (Winton): I would like to see this matter amicably settled. The men concerned have done a great deal for basketball in the district, and while these remarks were probably made in the heat of the moment, . it would be a pity if the sub-association lost the services of these men. I appeal to the referee who made the complaint to set aside any personal feelings, and accept an explanation in the interests of the game. Undoubtedly we have to stand behind our referees. I don’t think the referee desires to humiliate these two men,’ and I earnestly desire to see this matter amicably settled. Mr Reid The matter has been brought up simply as a warning to c thers. Mr Watson: It is difficult for the referee to control the public. We may be able to consider a rule to give referees power to control the side-line, as in fc itball. Mr W. Anderson: The referee has control over the side-line. It was suggested that an apology would meet the case, and a small committee was set up to consider the matter. MEETING OF DELEGATES. SPECTATORS’ REMARKS RESENTED. (From Our Correspondent.) At a meeting of delegates of the Central District Basketball Sub-Association at Winton on Wednesday evening, the president, Mr W. M. Norman (Forest Hill) presided over the following delegates: Miss E. Kettle, Messrs Clapp and H. Phillips (Limehills); Misses M. Collett, I. Egerton and Mrs Pierce (Ryal Bush), Misses B. Andrews, A. Murphy, Mrs 0. Jamieson (Rovers); Miss F. Irwin, M. Robb, Mr M. Thomson (Lochiel); Miss Hayward, Messrs Pierce and Hayward (Browns); Mr J. O’Shannessey (Otapiri); Mrs Watson, Messrs Ward and Watson (Winton); Mr W. Anderson (High School); Messrs Arthur Clark, Alex Clark, H. J. Mathias, W. G. Clark, L. Cowie (members of the association), Messrs R. Reid, G. McKenzie (referees). Prior to the commencement of the business of the evening the chairman referred to the loss recently suffered by Mrs O. Jamieson, a member of the sub-association, in the death of her mother. The secretary was instructed to forward a letter of condolence to Mrs Jamieson, while members stood for a moment in silence as a mark of rcspoct» ■ ■ An application was received from the Winton Basketball Club for permission to hold an evening tournament towards the end of June. When the application was discussed the Winton delegates offered the association 25 per cent, of the net proceeds, and on these lines the request was granted. It was also decided that in future all tournaments be conducted by the sub-association. The president stated that since the last meeting he had granted the Ryal Bush Club permission to use the tennis courts; the Winton Club permission to hold an evening tournament, and Miss Payne (Limehills) a regrade from senior to junior. He asked that these actions be approved. Following a motion that the chairman’s actions be approved, an amendment was put forward by Messrs Phillips and Clapp that the Ryal Bush Club not be granted permission to use the tennis courts, and that the club play its matches at Ryal Bush. Mr Arthur Clark: You are dictating to the Ryal Bush Club where it has to play its matches. Two years ago the Kia Ora Club comprised of Forest Hill girls played all its games at Winton. The Ryal Bush Club does not possess a concrete court and it is unfair to ask the girls to play on greasy grass courts, The chairman refused to accept Mr Phillips’ amendment if he insisted that “all matches be played at Ryal Bush. If such an amendment were carried it would be detrimental to basketball in the district, he said. Mr Phillips refused to delete the paragraph from the amendment, so the

motion approving .of the chairmans action in granting the Ryal Bush Club the use of the association’s courts was carried. , , Mr Alex Clark brought up the matter of Spectators on the sideline making offensive remarks towards players while a match was in progress. He stated that the sub-association stood behind its referees, but he was of the opinion that it did not adequately protect its players. He had heard spectators accusing players of rough and illegal tactics, ana he protested against this state of affairs. It was very unfair to players, and as quite a number of girls were temperamental such remarks prevented them from playing their best. He added that he was of the opinion that all local referees should be instructed to keep the sideline clear, and report any spectator that was inclined to upset, a member of any team in such a fashion. Mr A. Watson said that the remarks of Mr Clark opened up a big question. He did not think that the referees had control of the public on reserves, but at the same time it was a matter that needed some action. . • It was finally decided to instruct the referees to take drastic steps in any cases where spectators were making offensive remarks, and to warn the spectators concerned and stop the game. . ... . It was decided that the association s insurance fund be opened as a separate account. It was decided to bold a dance in the Radio Hall, and the following committee was set up to make a rt an g®* ments: Mrs Pierce (convener), Mrs A. Watson, and Mr H. J. Mathias. The Representative Team. Mr Norman stated that with regard to the district representative team taking part in the New Zealand tourney at Wellington this season, it had been suggested that the local district team, not consider making the trip. The question of raising sufficient funds was a big item, and if it was decided to send a team a start would have to be made straight away to raise the money. So far only £4 had been raised for this purpose. , , , Mr Mathias said that approximately £6O would be required and he dia not see how the required amount could be raised in the little time that was available. , , . Mr Watson referred to the fact that basketball was only in its infancy as far as the district was concerned, and in preference to sending a team to. Wellington, he considered that the primary object of the association should be to raise sufficient funds to establish four courts of its own. Mr W. G. Clark also favoured the suggestion of the association establishing its own courts, while Mr Watson added that there was no reason why £5OO could not be raised in a few years for this purpose. Mrs O. Jamieson expressed different views and held that the local representative team should be sent, and she did not see why the funds could not be raised. Mr Reid also supported the last SP The question was further discussed and it was decided to hold, the matter over until the-next meeting in a month’s time. It was added that it was up to the clubs to hold functions to raise the funds and if a team was not sent the money that had been raised would be retained by the respective clubs. ... . . , It was decided to hold a junior tournament on Wednesday, June 19, on the tennis courts at Winton, while it was also decided to play the Ryal BushRovers senior match on the same day. Question of Grades. Mr W. G. Clark asked why local senior teams were regarded as juniors or second grade when they went to play in Invercargill. He was of the opinion that the status of town and country players should be the same as football. As it was at present it appeared that no player in the Central District could gain a place in the Southland team, as local senior players apparently only came up to the status of Invercargill second grade teams. If present conditions were adhered to, no local girl would ever gain the distinction of gaining the honours of a Southland representative as long as they were playing in the country. There appeared something wrong in the constitution sorneW Mr e 'A. Watson considered that Central should have a delegate on the Southland Association. At the annual meeting a local representative had attended in Invercargill and his Report of the proceedings had been humorous. Mr W. G. Clark: I am satisfied that there are players in this district on the verge of Southland representative honours The trouble is that Invercargill will only regard our senior girls as second grade players. ~ The question entailed further discussion, and it was decided to hold it in abeyance in the meantime. Mrs A. Forde (Browns) and Miss M.’ Thomson (Limehills) were added to the list of referees. ’JOWLS te rangi club. ANNUAL REPORT. The following is the annual report of the Te Rangi Bowling Club, to be presented at the annual meeting on S*The season has been very satisfactory in many ways, but the green has not been up to the standard of past years, owing to the dryness of the season. Measures have been put in hand which the committee hope will make up for any disappointments experienced. During the year the ciub a sad loss in the death of Mr J. C. McKenzie, who was a very keen bowler. Since the last annual meeting seven committee meetings have been held, and one general meeting;, and the attendance at all meetings has been very gratifying. The membership is as follows:—Life members playing 1; life members honorary, 6; honorary members, 57; lady members, 14; total 91. The club’s champion doubles were again keenly contested this year, and some very fine games were witnessed. The winners eventually were G. Urobarth (1), D. Shaw (s), with Roscow (1), and Lumsden (s), runners-up. The champion singles were won by G. Glennie, T. Pryde, sen., being second. The Cowan Cup was full of surprises, and many good contests were played, the winner finally being A. Patterson. We extend to him our congratulations. Mr Patterson also won this cup two years ago. Owing to the lateness of Easter this year, and the coridition of the green, we did not hold our usual pairs tournament on Easter Saturday. However, it will take place next year. Te Rangi was again represented at Otautau on Good Friday, when G. Frobarth, Mills, Lumsden and Shaw (s), won the rinks tournament. We extend to them our heartiest congratulations. Congratulations are also extended to Roscow, Hope, Mayhew and Glennie (s) on gaining second position in the Waikiwi tournament on Easter Monday. Te Rangi was also represented at the South Otago tournament and after some very fine games were winners of the tournament The following are the names of the team: G. Frobarth,, Wyber, S. Smith, D. Shaw (s). The Frobarth gold stars also created a good deal of interest during the season and some very interesting games were witnessed, the holders for the season being A. Cowan, and D. Shaw (s). Te Rangi also won the Mayor’s pairs, being represented by Frobarth and Shaw (s), and Roscow and Lumsden (s). The following took part in the Shield Rink: Frobarth, Glennie, Lumsden, and Shaw (s). Though unsuccessful they put up a very creditable performance.

During the year we held a small art union to raise money for a building fund. The art union was very successful, the sum of/ £2O 6/8 being raised. This amount has been placed with the Building Society as a special building fund. Thanks are extended to Mr Frobarth, Mr Dunwoodie, Mr Freddy and all that band of workers who worked so hard in the sale of the tickets. The financial position pf the club is very sound. We have now paid off all our debt to the Sports Trust three years ahead of our time, but notwithstanding this, we will have a very creditable balance to carry forward for next season’s work. Thanks are extended to Mr R. Dunwoodie for supplying notes to the Press, which again have been very much appreciated; also to Mr G. Hope, who inserted the teams in the Times.

We wish also to congratulate the ladies on again winning the Rose Bowl. They had some very fine games, all played in a friendly spirit, which has helped them materially in winning the coveted prize. A number'of Te Rangi ladies took part in the annual match against Otago and acquitted themselves with credit. The thanks of the club are extended to members who liberally donated prizes and other gifts. The recommendations to come before the annual meeting are:—That a general meeting to select the Shield Rink be held in December of this year; that members state at beginning of season whether they intend to be honorary or active members; that a financial committee be appointed; that Mr J. Peterson be appointed a life member. A report from the Building Committee states: The committee desires to tender its thanks to the executive for the loyal support it has given the committee. We have worked harmoniously together and would like to assure them of our sincere gratitude for all their forbearance, which has contributed so much to the pleasure and success of whatever work we have endeavoured to do. The thanks of the club are extended to the president and treasurer for their excellent work, and it would also like to offer thanks to the selector, Mr J. Soar, for the splendid work he has done in selecting the teams, and . Iso the way in which he has handled the various competitions, thus enabling them to be put through in. record time. The committee wish to congratulate the members of the club on their loyalty, good fellowship and sportsmanship, so noticeable on the green. The committee would like to extend to the green keeper, Mr Drummond, its deep appreciation for all he has done on behalf of the club, and for the great interest he takes in the green. Everything he does seems to be a pleasure to him, and we trust he will have many happy years yet to spend with us. The club also wishes to place on record the willing help given by the lady members. This has been much appreciated by all. Lastly we wish to place on record the club’s indebtedness to Mr H. S. Cordery for his work as honorary auditor. NEW ZEALAND COUNCIL. (Per United Press Association.) Auckland, June 12. The Council of the New Zealand Bowling Association for the 1935-36 season will be as follows: President, Mr F. J. Good (Christchurch); immediate past president, Mr Raymond Shaath (Auckland); vice-president, the Hon. W. Perry (Wellington); treasurer, Mr W. Efford (Christchurch); members, Messrs A. Dickson, L. B. Evans (Christchurch), T. Currie (Timaru), D. H. Thomson (Oamaru), W. Connor, R. H, Hanning (Dunedin), J. H. Loudon (Invercargill), J. Kershaw, S. M. Stone (Wellington), G. S. Gordon (Wanganui), H. Mayo (Napier), P. H. Rowe' (Hamilton), F. A. Hosking, J. Pascoe (Auckland); TENNIS WINTER CARNIVAL. MEETING OF PLAYERS. A well-attended meeting of tennis players was held in Smith’s tea rooms last evening to discuss the winter carnival which is being launched in conjunction with the Southland Cricket Association. Considerable enthusiasm was displayed and a strong committee set up.

The president of the Southland Tennis Association, Mr L. R. Lopdell, who was in the chair, briefly explained the reason for calling the meeting. He mentioned that he with Messrs I. D. Jack and H. K. Sumpter ’had been appointed to form, with three members of the Cricket Association, a central committee to arrange the carnival. The meeting that evening would appoint a general committee to organize matters prior to the carnival. Mr I. D. Jack outlined the association’s tentative plans for utilizing any funds accruing from the carnival. “At present,” he said, “it is an unfortunate fact that we are not a very financial body, and an ordinary year’s working while if may promote the interests of tennis generally, is not likely to show any great financial surplus; so that some such scheme as this is vitally necessary if the association is to have the opportunity of carrying into effect its ideas for the development of tennis in this district. The lines along which the executive hopes to develop the game may be summarized:— “Firstly, one of the most useful and pleasurable functions the association can perform from the. point of view of the rank and file tennis player is the obtaining of visits to Southland by overseas players. All of us have vivid recollections of the standard of play shown by Messrs Kay and Ewin, of Victoria, and a continuous repetition of such matches is greatly to be desired. However, such an event cannot be achieved without a serious financial liability in the shape of a guarantee to the New Zealand Association, apart altogether from the expense .involved in preparing for the match and subsequently entertaining the visitors. If we are lucky enough to strike a fine day, probably all will be well, but on the other hand a couple of reverses would practically eat up our credit balance.

“Secondly, an extension of the present coaching arrangement among the country and smaller town clubs, if not by professional coach, then by the leading town players. Furthermore, many of the country clubs have defrayed the expenses of visiting town players for educational purposes and it is hoped in the future to afford them this facility without the consequent expense. “Thirdly, it must be admitted that at the present time association courts are out of the question, but the executive feels so indebted to those clubs who so freely and cheerfully grant the use of their courts for association purposes without recompense that it would like at the end of the season to make some grant to the clubs concerned by way of a donaUon to the club funds or in the form of a tennis net. "Fourthly, the subsidizing of the players travelling any distance for representative matches. “Fifthly, the provision of interprovincial competition for our leading junior players (both boys and girls) as it is in the hands of these players that the future of Southland tennis lies. “Sixthly, for some time now the executive has felt the lack of a general meeting of all the tennis fraternity, as distinct from clubs and districts and it is hoped at the end of future seasons to run an open mixed doubles handicap concluding with a dinner or some such function which will bring the players of Southland generally into closer contact with one another. If our funds are sufficiently

augmented by the project we have in hand, it is desired that the players, be virtually the guests of the association, the expense involved to the individual being nominal. “These are probably only a few of the means by which additional funds can be employed to your advantage, but they will suffice to show that , in its effort to raise money the association is worthy of the active support and assistance cf every player in the district.

“The association in the past has not made any real call on your time or money, but now the occasion has arisen and in the certainty that such co-operation will be readily forthcoming, the association can promise that any moneys raised will be employed to the best advantage and that all of the tennis players in Southland will reap the benefit both directly ana indirectly of their labours in this good cause/'' Messrrs B. W. Hewat and A .J. Deaker spoke commending the project and stressing the need for co-operation by all clubs.

The following committee was appointed; Messrs G. R. Barnes (convener,), W. Baird, J. Clarkson, F. Rigby, F. Perrelle, A. McKay, R. Whvte, L. T. Cockerill, W. Rae, A. J. Deaker, T. McTavish, J. Graham, A. T. Baird and W. Strang, Misses G. Basstian, M. Rein, B. Oughton, M. McIntyre and R. Shepherd. KENT CHAMPIONSHIPS. (United Press Assn.—Telegraph Copyright.) London, June 11. Results in the Kent tennis championWomen’s Singles (first round):—Miss Joan Hartigan defeated Mrs Andrus, 10—8, 4—6, 6—2; Mrs Helen WillsMoody defeated Miss Harvey, 6—3, 6-1. RUGBY FOOTBALL CERTAINTIES FOR ENGLISH TOUR. ANNOUNCEMENT THIS EVENING. (Per United Press Association.) Wellington, June 12. It is. expected that certainties for incl usioA in the Rugby team to tour England will be announced at the conclusion of to-morrow’s first New Zealand Possibles v. Probables trial. WESTERN STAR (9) v. RIVERTON (nil.) (From Our Correspondent.) Riverton journeyed to Orawia on Saturday and suffered defeat at the hands of Western Star by 9 points (three unconverted tries) to nil. The day was the worst possible, the game being played in a howling wind. Star had the use of the wind in the first spell, but could do nothing right. The blue forwards were working well, but were let down badly by the backs. Star managed to cross once during the first spell, and the score at half-time was 3—nil. With the wind in their favour Riverton attacked strongly, but poor passing mulled their efforts and they could not get over. Half-way through the spell the Star forwards took charge, and although smaller than their opponents, kept the greens on the defensive for the remainder of the spell. Sangford and Carr both crossed the line for Star, neither being converted. Carr played a great game at half-back for Western Star. W. Chamberlain and P. Amos were the best of a hard working pack. In the Riverton team, McKay, in the backs, and Bullman, in the forwards, were conspicuous. Mr W. Findlay was referee. The following table shows the position of the teams after the first series of games in the second round:—

CENTRAL DISTRICT. POSITION OF THE TEAMS. (From Our Correspondent.) Owing to the visit of the All-India hockey team to Invercargill on Saturday, a meeting of the Central District Rugby Sub-Union will be held tomorrow evening to consider the question of postponing Saturday’s fixtures The draw for Saturday’s games at present stands as follows:— Senior.—Winton v. Mabel Bush at Mabel Bush; Central Star v. Limehills at Limehills; Wrights Bush a bye. Junior.—Drummond v. Winton at Winton; Ryal Bush v. Limehills at Ryal Bush; Dipton v. Central Star at Browns. The position of the teams in the respective senior and junior competitions is as follows:— Senior.

WRESTLING PERIERA v. WILLIADIS. The Southland Wrestling Association has been fortunate in securing a bout between Al Periera and Cy Williams. This will be the first contest between this pair of colourful wrestlers since their hectic bout at Auckland a fortnight ago. Periera is recognized as one of the best wrestlers to visit New Zealand. He tips the scales at 16st 51b and is extremely fast for a big man. In all his bouts in New Zealand the audiences have been thrilled by his spectacular methods. Williams’s contests have proved that he is a strong, tough matman. His record shows that as a wrestler he is of good calibre as he has met and defeated men in championship class. This contest will no doubt be one of spills and thrills.

Black Duke 11 9 Dunmure 9 7 Gold Knight 10 8 Footwork 9 0 Adult 9 11 Hystride 9 0 Sunward 9 7 King Icel • 9 0 SOUTHBURN HACK HANDICAP, £70. Six furlongs. Metal Bird 9 0 Gold Cross 7 8 Invoice 8 9 McHeath 7 8 Moneygran 8 5 Eibonor 7 8 Gold Fox 8 3 Elgindale 7 7 Linguist 8 0 First View 7 6 Joyous 7 13 Some Good 7 6 Impossible 7 11 Call Money 7 5 Merry Del Vai 7 8 Pompeii 7 5 WAIITI TROT HANDICAP, £95. Class 3.43, One mile and a-half. Blue Spark scr Lady Hannah scr Bluff scr Otama Chimes scr Cruiser scr Oversight scr Du Barry scr Royal Palm scr’ Exporter scr Self scr Ivan De Oro scr PRINCE EDWARD HANDICAP, £140. One mile and a quarter. Gay Crest 9 0 Nightform 7 7 Minerval 8 9 Epris 7 0 Quietly 7 13 Cleaner 7 0 Hunting Go 7 9 PAREORA STEEPLECHASE, £120. About 1 two miles and a-half. Peterette 10 13 Fiom 9 0 Willow Glen 9 13 Bandy Boa 9 0 Witui 9 8 King Vidor 9 0 Night Parade 9 6 Red Sceptre 9 0 Velvet 9 0 TEMUKA HACK HANDICAP. £95. One mile and 35 yards. Colossian 9 1 Importance 7 6 Quite Soon 8 11 Riptide 7 5 Blazon 8 8 Wonderful 7 4 Weatherly 8 3 Rebel Lad 7 2 Golden Dart 7 12 Royrl Coat 7 0 Glowlight 7 12 WINCHESTER TROT HANDICAP, £95. Class 3.5 One mile and a quarter. Author’s Choice scr Locust _ _ scr Bill Gratton scr Otama Chimes scr Blue Spark scr Oversight scr Bluff scr Satin Lass scr Civic scr Self scr Cruiser scr Silvie’s Best scr Du Barry scr Sunny Jack scr Exporter scr SEADOWN HANDICAP, £100. Six furlongs. Rebel Chief 9 1 Cherry Queen 7 9 Guarantee 8 10 Merry Peel 7 5 Royal Gallant 8 2 Bay Duke 7 0 Capital 7 9

Esteem 10 12 Kimbo •9 2 Sir Spear 10 10 Spalpiko 9 0 Air Laddie 10 9 Anemometer 9 0 Tareha 10 6 Kaola 9 0 Million 10 5 Arctic Star 9 0 Royal Banquet ; 9 7 1.20 p.m. CORINTHIAN PLATE, £70. One mile. Sunny Sky Royal 12 2 Cometra Shenanikida 10 10 10 10 Songster 11 5 Treasure Tahoma 11 5 Hunt 10 9 Gold Cure 10 13 The Grasper 10 9 Bothwell , 10 13 Father’s Tres Sec 10 13 Choice 10 9 Monarchy 10 11 Drumpell 10 7 2.0 p.m. JUNE STEEPLECHASE HANDICAP. -S 100. About twc ) miles and a quaner. Cotsfield 10 12 Cometra 9 3 Diamond 10 1 Sabatini 9 0 Taura Lad 10 1 Market Inn 9 0 Victor Colima 9 8 Petrarch 9 0 Hukemanu 9 8 Dozie 9 0 2.40 p.m. and WINTER HANDICAP. £80. One mile a quarter. Werohia 9 9 The Grasper 8 0 Boujloir Unexpected 9 8 6 11 Count Willonyx 8 0 Lady Wessex 8 0 3.30 p.m. KIDNAPPERS HANDICAP, £70. Six furlongs. Maine 9 9 Silver Song 8 7 Alby Contact 9 7 Fortene 8 6 9 7 Abbey Feale 8 6 Hunting Cat Queen's Pride 8 8 Collision 8 3 8 7 Joy Stick 8 0 4 p.m. HERETAUNGA HANDICAP. £80. Six i :urlongs and a-haii. Curie 9 9 Cawbeen 8 3 Speed Slippery 9 2 Royal Bengal 8 0 9 2 False Scent 8 0 Coronilla 8 10

Pts Ch. P. W. L. D. F. A. pts Orepuki 6 4 1 1 41 11 9 Nightcaps 6 4 1 1 32 12 9 Waiau 6 4 2 — 41 35 8 Otautau ' 6 2 3 1 18 29 5 Riverton 6 2 4 — 36 44 4 Ohai 6-5 1 9 51 1 Junior Grade. Pts Ch. P. W. L. D. F. A. pts Western ! Star 5 4 — 1 47 12 9 Orepuki 5 3 1 1 42 29 7 Riverton 5 3 2 — 38 23 6 Nightcaps 5 3 2 — 29 24 6 Waiau 5 3 2 — 32 43 6 Ohai 6 — 5 1 18 51 1 Otautau 5 - 4 1 9 44 1

Points Sh’d. P. W. D. L. F. A. Pts. Central Star 6 5 1 — 72 6 11 Winton 6 4 1 1 89 63 9 Limehills 6 4 — 2 76 69 7 Mabel Bush 6 3 — 3 32 54 6 Wrights Bush 6 1 — Junior. 5 12 103 2 Drummond 5 4 — 1 26 15 8 Ryal Bush 5 4 — 1 36 25 8 Limehills 5 3 — 2 32 9 6 Dipton 4 2 — 2 18 40 4 Central Star 4 1 — 3 25 42 2 Winton 5 — 5 20 25 —