RACING ROUND THE COAST

Stratford Evening Post, Volume I, Issue 82, 16 March 1931, Page 7

RACING ROUND THE COAST

(By ‘‘Sir Oracle.”)

Opunake and surrounding district have their big day to-mor-row, when the Opunake Racing Club’s annual fixture promises to provide a happy hunting ground for Taranaki sportsmen. As all the aristocrats of racehorses will be found at Trentham, it is only natural that the competitors racing at the coastal fixture are almost entirely confined to Taranaki performers. However, the fields for the majority of events are surprisingly good. Lack of capable riders may be the drawback, so that investors may be well advised to take special note of those horses that will not suffer on the score of poor horsemanship. CARD REVIEWED Handicap Hack Hurdles, of £125; 11 miles. —Tenacre, 11.3; The Warden, 9.13; Goblin Market, 9.11; Denier, 9.0; Winacre, 9.0; Copey, 9.0; Waltzer 9.0. Tenacre’s form over the Taranaki circuit last month was so encouraging that he looks the best of good things for the Handicap Hack Hurdles. The Warden has returned to form on the flat, so if he can jump at all, should have some prospects. Goblin Market will have to improve considerably to finish ahead of Tenacre, for one. Waltzer and Winacre have slight chances. The money should go to Tenacre, The Warden (if started), and Goblin Market.

Maiden Plate, of £100; 6J fur. — Lord Merriwee, 9.1; Ngapara, 8.11; Goldzone, 8.3; Peter Jackson, G. 12; Sparkling Morn, 6.9; Hiueihmi, 6.9; Silver Tinge, 6.9.

Peter Jackson has shown such promising form against much better opposition that he should have little difficulty in taking the Maiden Plate. In his five-furlong essays, the Hawera youngster has always finished on strongly, so that the extra distance should not trouble him. Goldzone was placed at Stratford and has shown fair promise. .Sparkling Morn may collect minor money. It looks like Peter Jackson and Goldzone.

Railway Hack Handicap, of £110; 7 fur.—Joyspear, 9.0; Tentcall, 8.10; The Warden, 8.8; Bon Eve, 8.2; Chief Savage, 7.13; Orby’s Choice, 7.13; Singer, 7.8; Banbridge, 7.8; Miss Shef. 7.5; Biflex, 7.5; Potoleer, 7.3; Corwen, 7.0: Lucrative, 7.0.

While the form of those engaged in the Railway Hack Handicap is well exposed, half a dozen at least must be wsll considered. Tentcall is always fikely over seven furlongs. Bon Eve surprised at Rangitikoi by beating a good-class hack field including Leisure and Lordlike. The Warden was second in the same race, and is a most likely improver, if started in preference to the hurdles. Singer has been a costly disappointment, hut must be given credit for fully extending an extra good hack in Paratoo at Rangitikei. Joyspear may take on the Cup, but must be respected if started in this event. Chief Savage, Orby’s Choice and Banbridge are all likely, the former especially. Tentcall, Bon Eve and Chief Savage make most appeal. No Champions, But Even Lot Opunake Cup, of £275; 1J miles. — Paitonu, 9.0; Richfield, 8.6; Calamine, 8.3; Manly, 7.13; Crenna Town, 7,10; Kawhakina, 7.9; Moualof, 7.9; Joyspear, 7.6; Bonogne, 7.5; Orazone, 7.5; Royal Acre, 7.4; Gasnapper, 7.0. While the Opunake Cup is confined entirely to Taranaki horses, an interesting race is promised from the evenly matched dozen carded. Since Christmas Calamine has been the soul of consistency, and the Hawera mare’s gallant effort to finish right up with Royal Parade and Vertigorn in the Paul Memorial at New Plymouth suggests that she must take all kinds of beating to-morrow. Mr. Tito holds a strong hand with the Pailonu-Monalof bracket. Both appeal, but if Paitonu is near right, then. Calamine will have stout opposition. If Richfield comes back from Trentham he must be respected, although the sprint may suit him better. Well ridden, Crennatown should have a fair show. However, one cannot look beyond Calamine and the Paitonu-Monalof bracket.

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RIDERS MAY BE THE PROBLEM

Electric Hack Handicap, of £110; 5 fur.—King Acre, 9.0; Moatoa, S.l; Goldzone, 7.2; Ngapara, 7.0; Theresa Bell, 7.0; Spring Song, 7.0; True Lap, 7.0; Compulsory, 7.0. King Acre and Moatoa should have it all to themselves iu the Electric Hack Handicap. If the top-weight gives a repetition of his Christmas form, then lie should stroll home. However, he went very badly at Bulls, and is not a reliable beginner. Still, he is a class above the rest of them, and has only to be caught iu the mood. Moatoa is only very ordinary, but has the merit of always running consistently. Goldzone and Spring Song should fight out the minor placing. There seems no need to look beyond King Acre and Moatoa. Fine Feld of Sprinters St. Patrick’s Handicap, of £175; (i fur. —Reremoana, 9.3; Awaken, S.B; Richfield, 8.6; Melissa, 7.13; Orapai, 7.11; Gold Dawn, 7.11; Green Linnet, 7.9; Calamine, 7.9; Calapat, 7.6; Bonogne, 7.6; Belle Star, 7.3. Probably the best field that has ever paraded at Opunake is promised for the St. Patrick’s Handicap sprint. Reremoana may need a race or two as yet, but represents such top class that it would be extremely foolish to pass him over. Back to form he would make this company look cheap over the final furlong. Awaken also represents good class, having beaten Autopay and company at Trentham in October. Mr. A. Alexander’s sprinter may just need the race, but there seems every prospect of Awaken giving of the best, even though fresh up. But the one that really looks dangerous, and about which there is no doubt as to condition, is Orapai. Mrs. Graham’s sprinter has never been in better heart, as proved by his recent brilliant track gallop over five furlongs in Imin 1 4-ssec. Gold Dawn has also been going “great guns” at New Plymouth, while Richfield has the proved class, if he is back to form. Not being a quick beginner, Calamine will find it difficult, should she go after the “double.” Such a fast beginner as Green Linnet must also be counted in. Still, form and class undoubtedly point to Orapai, Awaken and Reremoana.

President’s Hack Handicap, of £ J 25; 9 fur.—Monalof, 9.3; Crenna Town, 9.2; Little Doubt, 7.12; Gasnapper, 7.11; Omeo, 7.7; Banbridge, 7.7; Miss Shef, 7.5; Potoleer, 7.0; Corwen, 7.0; Richland, 7.0. If reserved, Monalof and Crenna Town should make their presence felt in the President’s Hack Handicap, but Little Doubt’s victory at Rangitikei over a field that included Mountain Heath suggests that many speculators will not have a doubt about which to support. Still, Monalof is one of the best hacks at present racing in the country. Omeo has been going well on the tracks, and looks a distinct hope. Monalof and Little Doubt, with Omeo seem the likely ones. Form Earlier in the Day Should Tell Farewell Hack Handicap, of £110; 6 fur.—King Acre, 9.0; Tentcall, 8.10; Gowanlua, 8.2; Bon Eve, 8.2; Orby’s Choice, 7.13; Singer, 7.9; Green Patch, 7.9; Bificx, 7.7; Spring Song, 7.0; Compulsory, 7.0; Lucrative, 7.0. If King Acre wins the'five earlier in the day, backers wili know what to do, if the Bulls representative comes out again in the Farewell Hack event. The extra furlong will be all in favour cf King Acre. Gowan Lea is fair, hut most of the rest of them claim earlier engagements. I: they are sent out again, the finish may he between King Acre, Tentcall and Singer. WELLINGTON MEETING WELLINGTON, March 14. The Taranaki horse, Silvermine, won the Thompson Handicap at the Wellington Racing Club’s meeting today. Karapoti won the North Island Challenge Stakes from Lady Qnex and Lady Pam heat King March in the New Zealand St. Legor. Additional results:— . North Island Challenge Stakes, of £1,000; 7 fur—l Karapoti, 9.6 (H. Cray), 1; 2 Lady Qucx, 9.8 (1,. G. Morris). 2; 3 Hunting Cry, 10.0 (R. Reed), 3. Also started: 4 Toxeuma, 9.6; 6 Lord Argosy, 8.6; 5 Aspian, 7 Esteem, 6.12; 8 Gay Court, 6,12. Karapoti took the load at the end of

a furlong and stalled ott a strong challenge from Lady Qne.x to win by half a length. Hunting try was four lengths back and Joxeuma fourth. Time, Loin 25)sec. Silverstream Handicap, of £200; 1 mile.—7 Simba, 7.11 (T, Green). 1; I Chief Joy, 8.9 (R. S. Bagby), 2; 5 Hawkshaw. 8.6 (H. Cray), 2. Also started: 3 Playground, 8.5: 1 Salt pot, 7.11; !) Shatter, 7.7: 14 The Viscount. 7.ri; 10 Dermod, 7.8; 8 Appeal, 7.,>. 9 Cessation. 7.7: 13 Joie de Val. 7.0; (3 Parvsia, 7.0; 11 Sailor’s Love, 7.0; 15 Spear Lad, 7.0; 12 The Sun, .A Simba took the lead early and won all (he way, stalling olf Chief Joy and winning by a length. Hawkshaw finished from the middle of the field two lengths hack. Playground was fourth. Time, Imin 39Jsec. Railway Handicap, of £400; 6 fur. —1 Cadland, 8.4 (B. IT. Morris). 1; 3 Autopay, 8.2 (A. E. Ellis), 2; ■’ Havering, 8.7 (11. Gray), 3. Also started: 10 Limerick, 9.0: 8 Staghunter, 7.8; (i White Fang, 7.7; 5 True Shaft, 7.7; 0 Rin Tin Tin, 7.5; I Royal Routine, 7 2; 12 Arikinni, 7.0; 7 Lineage, 7.0; II Tenterden, 7.0. Arikinni and Royal Routine led Autopay to the straight. Autopay was in front at the two furlongs, but Cadland wore him down and won by a length. Havering finished from the rear into third place, another half a length hack. True Shaft just secured fourth place Horn Limerick. Time, Imin 113 sec. Tinakori Handicap, of £200; (3 fur. —1 Pythia, 8.2 (T. Green), 1; 3 Tea Queen, 8.12 (R. Reed), 2; 15 Glenrossie, 8.0 (McTavish), 3. Also started: 10 Tobaccoland, 9.0; 5 Hunting Call, 8.(3; 8 Leisure, 8.6; 17 Henry of Navarrae, 8.0; 2 Hot Tea, 7.12; 16 Rothen, 7,1; 11 Merry Cry, 7.8; 13 Coroner, 7.8; 4 Kozan, 7.8; 6 Winsome Hind, 7.6: 9 Ephialtes, 7.3;'7 Eminent. 7.2; 14 Little Thrush, 7.12; 18 Martian Chief, 7.0; 12 Silver Salver, 7.0; 19 Wee Lackie, 7.0. Kozan led to within a hundred yards of the post, being attended by Pythia, who then came on and won by a length. There was a close finish for second place, beads separating Tea Queen, Glenrossie and Kozan. Time, imin 13sec. OHINEMURI RACE 3 PAEROA, March 14. The Ohinemiiri Jockey Cinb opened its meeting in glorious weather. The going was good and there was a fair attendance. The totalisator investments were £lß,llO 10s, compared with £28,660 on the opening day last year, a decrease of £10,549 10s. Concluding results: Ohinemuri Cup, of £600: 1J miles and 20yds.—1 Royal Doultou, 8.9 (Goulsbro), 1; 7 Brampton, 7.0 (Parsons), 2; 2 Antique, 8.5 (Gill), 3. Also started: 3 Eager Rose, 8.2; 4 Sir Mond, 7.11; 5 Clopton, 7.0. Won by a length and a-qnarter, with a neck between second and third. Time, 2 min 7 l-ssec.

Komata Handicap, of £200; about 7 fur. —10 Snow Princo, 7.9 (Keesing), 1; 1 Puriri Park, 8.1 (L. Manson), 2; 5 Mauriaena, 8.1 (Bentley), Also started: Waimuri, 7.12 (coupled with Ma uriaeana), 2 Hiala, 8.1; 3 Valreina, S O; 0 Vital, 7.13: 7 Indolent, 7.13; 13 Lend Measure, 7.9; 9 Welcome Boy, 7.8; 4 Royal Survey, 7.R: 11 Crimestor, 7.4; 12 Joy Girl, 7.0. Won by a length and a-balf, with half a length 1 etweeu second and third. Time, 1 min 25sec. Paeroa Handicap, of £300; 6 fur. — 3 Lady’s Boy, 7.13 (Keesing). 1: 0 Ruffles, 7,0 (Bentley), 2; 7 Hampton Park, 7.0 (Cammick), 3. Also started: 1 Sir Russell, 8.3: 1 Haviland, 7.1; 8 Envoy, 7.0; 5 British King, 7.0; 2 Tradesman, 7.0; 9 Billikins, 7.0. Won by a length, with the same distance between second and third. Time, 1 min llsec. McGuire Memorial Steeples, of £200; about 21 miles. —5 Dark Prince, r.O (A. G. Campbell), 1; 1 St. Warri gal, 10.0 (Turner), 2; 4 Slump, 9.0 (Rennie), 3. Also started: 3 Foxhound, 9.0; 2 Lupin Abbey, 9.0. Won by a length, with a head between second and third. Time, 4min 49 2-5 sec. bletherton High-weight Handicap, or £200; 81 fur. —3 Marjoram, 9.0 (K n ea big), 1; 5 Trishna, 8.0 f Goldfinch), 2; 1 Lucky Alice, 8.0 (Gill), 3. Also started: 2 Claremore, 8.0; 7 Prince Lu, 8.0; (i Palmares, 8.0; 4 Loving Cup, S.O. Won by half a head, one length between second and third, ’lime, liniu 47 l-ssec. GISBORNE MEETING GISBORNE, March 14. The combined Poverty Bay Turf Club and Gisborne Racing Club meeting in aid of the earthquake relief fund was held to-day in line weather. The course was fast and there was a good attendance. The totalisator handled £7,520. The total for the meeting was £12,725. In the final race Togohhan trod on the heels of Manifesto and came down. The rider, Norman Davis, was badly crushed in the chest and was removed to the Cook Hospital. Additional results: Sunderland Stakes, of £140; 1 mile. —5 Charmalino, 7.0 (Alkins), I; (i Singleton, 9.0 (Gonmi), 2; 1 Autumn Sun, 8.8 (C. Davis), 3. Also started: 3 Valsier, 8.12; 2 Autumnina, 8.10; 4 Tahoma, 8.8; 7 Kinsel, 8.1; 8 The Author, 7.0 Charmaline was first to show out, followed by Singleton, Antunmlnr. and Autumn Sun. At. the half-mile Charmaline was leading Autumn Sun and Valsier by two lengths. Charmaline entered the straight, in I rout of Autumn Sun, Valsier and Singleton. In the run home Singleton beat ail the others, but just failed to reach Charmaline by a bare nose, with Autumn Sun a length back. Autumnina was fourth. Time Imin j 39 4-ssec.

Juvenile Handicap, of £100; 5 lur. —2 Full Crop, 8.12 (Walsh), 1; 2 .Stitch, 7.10 (N. Davis), 2; 1 Innuendo. 8.12 (Atkins), 3. Also started; (! Star of Gold, 7.5; 7 Hunting Moss, 7.0; S Lady Lockstitch, 7.0; 4 Lordly Knight, 7.0; 5 Sunny Song, 7.0; Lucky Prince, 7.0. Won hy a length and admit', half a length between sesond and third. Time, 1 min 1 4-sscc, Roseland Hack Handicap, of £00; I mile—l Malahat, !M) (N. Davis), 1; 1 Bold Archer, 8.7 (Stratton), 2; 5

Kimlio, S.O (Atkins). 3. Also started: 2 Prirnax, 8.0; 7 Whakaari, 8.7; G Queer Card, 8.2; 8 Little Wonder, 8.2; 0 Rich Crop, 8.2; 3 Sunglare, 8.0. Won hy two and a-quarter lengths, half a length between second and third. Time, Imin 40 l-ssec. Farewell Handicap, of £100; G fur. —1 Freehold. 0.0 (Walsh), 1; 4 King Wanga, 8.3 (C. Davis), 2; 2 Manifesto, 8.3 (Stratton), 3. Also started: 3

Toboggan. 8.9 (fell); 5 Full Crop. 7.7: 7 Climatic. 1.0; 6 lago, t 7.0. Manifesto and Toboggan led iif .Ibe early stages, but after covering two furlongs Toboggan fell. The field bundled near the straight entrance and Manifesto was first to turn for home, Put within (he distance Freehold took charge and won by a length and a-, quarter from King Wanga. who was a length ahead of Manifesto. Time, Imin 14 3-ssec. OHINEMURI RACES ACCEPTANCES FOR TO-MORROW PAEROA, March 14. The following acceptances have been posted for the concluding day of (he Ohinemuri Jockey Club meeting on Tuesday: Second Handicap Hurdles, li miles. —Claremore. 11.9: Star Comet, 10.11, Monetize.’lo.ll; Cruachan.Jo.il: Master Hi, 10.10; Qninsilia, 10.6,' Marble King, 9.10; Cristnbel, 9.3. Hikutaia Hack Cup, 8 tur. TTishna, 8.9; Snow Prince, 8.5; Gay Idea, 8.4; Peronnis, 8.1: Valreina. 7.13; Indolent, 7.12; Land Measure, 7.8; Royal Survey 7.5; First Lap, 7.5; Master Armour. 7.3; Trickle, 7.0; Wee Prince, 7.0; Grand Talk, 7.0; Billy Boy, 7.0. Waitekauri Handicap, G fur. —Speedmint, 8.9; Fedora, 8.6; Roseric, 7.4; Toujonrs, 7.4; Brazanna, 7.4; Instalment, 7.0; Luval, 7.0; ’Feels, 7.0; Queen Arpa, 7.0; Golden Sceptre, 7.0; Dark Marble, 7.0. Shaw Memorial Handicap, 1 mile and 110yds.—Royal Boulton, 9.6; Antique, 8.7; Eager Rose, 8.2; Grand Tea, 7.11; Marjoram, 7.11; Mervette, 7.11; Sir Mond, 7.10: Brampton, 7.5; Lucy Rose, 7.2: High Pitch, 7.0; Envoy. 7.0; Haviland, 7.0. Waihi Handicap, 7 fur. —Pnriri Park 0.7; Vital, 8.12; Welcome Boj& 8.7; Royal Survey, 8.5; Leasehold, 8.3; Searcher, 8.3; Licna, 8.3; Wee Prince, 7.12; Camp Princess, 7.7; Grand Talk, 7.7; Abbey Dream, 7.7; Hollyhohn, 7.7; Walkaway, 7.7; Shaftesbury, 7.7, Momonatui, 7.7; Magic Mint, 7.7, I induction. 7.7: British Princess, 7.7; Lineroo, 7.7. St. Patrick’s Handicap, 6 fur. Lady’s Boy, 8.12; Ruffles, 7.7; Royal Ruler, 7.6; Hampton Park, 7.3; lhata, 7 0- Biddy’s Boy, 7.0; Tradesman, 7.0; British King, 7.0; Billikins, 7.0. Hauraki Plains Steeples, about o miles —Claremore, 11.7; St. Warrigal, 10 7- Poidavies, 10.5; Pouri, 10.3; Dark Prince, 9.13; Slump, 9.10; Foxhound, 9.0; Lupin Abbey, 9.0. Waikino High-weight, about 7 fur. —Sir Mond. 9.10;’ High Pitch, 8.12; Lucky Alice, 8.4; Loving Cup, 8.0; Prince Lu, 8.0; Quingilia, 8.0; Gay Idea. 8.0; Joy. Girl, 8.0; .Wiltshire, 8.0; Mauriaena, 8.0; Master Armour, 8.0. X. HAWERA TROTS FIRST DAY’S NOMINATIONS Nominations for the first day of the Hawera Trotting Club’s Easier meeting are: Auroa Handicap (Harness), ol £160; 1 miles; 3.40 limit. —Ben Bingen, Fleet Arrow, Great Vanity, Golden Oaks, Highland Derby, Harvest Boy, Hemlock Hero, Impromptu. Jewel Elect, Le Chenault, Liability. Mild Derby, Makauri Belle, Moko Chief. Mr. Guy, Prince Locliinvar, Phyllis Axworthy, Queen’s Bond, Romanos, Rector, Silurian, Tere Kingi. Travis, Tui Coronado, Whippet. Matapu .Handicap (Harness), of £175; 11 miles; 3.48 limit; for unhoppled trotters only.—Amy Etawah, Arapai, Aerial Boy, Biddy Parrish, Bingen Spiers, Carwood, Call Boy, Dilfashion, El Merit, Finoro, Hue Coronado, Hardy Grattan, Kitty Patch, La Campione, Madam Mack, Octachord, Pilot, Quincey Thorpe, Todd Bingen, Worthy Queen, Native King 3yr. gelding. Stratford Handicap (Harness), of £175; 11 miles; 3.34 limit—Belle Lorrirner, Bingen Crest, Capilano, Dusollna, Fleet Arrow, Pliton, Grand Canyon, Highland Derby, Huia Maid, Jewel Elect, Kewpie’s Triumph, Lady Author, Lee Nelson, Lomar, Lady Snips, Manc.o, Mild Derby, Makauri Belle, Moko Chief, Nelsonian, Prince Pedro, Rangihan, Rita Thorpe, Sailor Boy, Willie Derby. Hawera Trotting Cup (Harness), of £SOO, including Silver Cup value £25; 2 miles; 4.38 limit. —Arachne, Bonniev ah, Baron Bingen, Colonial Boy, Dillon Logan, En3vvah, El Direct, Ethiopian. First Flight, Great Parrish, Great Delight, Gang Awe’, Happy Land, Major Lind, Olive Nelson, Queen Elizabeth, Rollo, Sunfisli, Tnmatakuru, Wilma Dillon, Zclla. Manaia Handicap (Harness), of £200; 2 miles; 4.50 limit; for tuiboppled trotters only. Anseline, Biddy Parrish, Bon Bingen, Explosion, Great Glee, Great Way, King Oscar, Merce Bingen, Miss Leda. Royal Triumph, Repute, Speculator, Silurian, Tamahine, Wimmera King.

Normanby Handicap (Harness), of £J7O; 1 mile; 2.18 limit.—Belle Lorrimer, Bingen Crest, Dan Direct, Daylime, Daddy Lnnglegs, Ethiopian, High Sea, Hilltop, Major Lind, Nella Dillon. Peter Lloyd, Pearl Logan, Queen Elizabeth, Tamatakuru. President’s Handicap (Harness), of £180; 2 miles; 4.45 limit—All Red, Dan Direct, Ethiopian, Fleet Arrow, (Bandore, Grand Canyon, Great Change, Holly Bank, Lomar, Nelsonian, Rangihan, Rita Thorpe, Some Dillon, Sailor Boy, Wakefield, Willj|e Derby. Eltham Handicap (Harness), of £180; 11 miles; 2.52 limit. —Arachne, • Belle Lorrimer, Bonniewah, Colonial Boy, Dillon Logan, Dan Direct, Explosion, Ethiopian, Gang Awa’, High Sea, Happy Land, Latest Fashion, Little Guy, Lady Jewel, Lady Coronado, Nella Dillon, Peter Lloyd, Queen Elizabeth, Tumatakurn.