TROTTING

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 749, 23 August 1929, Page 13

TROTTING

EPSOM JOTTINGS THURSDAY’S ACTIVITIES TRACK IN GOOD ORDER The clay track at Epsom yesterday was in pretty good shape for fast work, and several trainers seized the opportunity of giving their charges solid work. Others elected to wait till the afternoon when it was generally conceded the footing would be even better. Vanity Boy (Geo. \V'ebb) and Margaret Wallace (Ted Sandall) went away from the J 2-furlong post, but there was no speed on for the first halt. There was slight improvement on the next circuit, and the drivers stepped on the juice over the last four furlongs, Vanity Boy having a little advantage at the box. Both pacers went evenly, and the effort of Margaret Wallace, who covered a lot of extra ground, was encouraging. Dillon Huon (J. McKendrick) had a solo essay and the chestnut infused a lot of dash into his work. The journey was the popular mile and a-lialf one, and when the first half had been covered steadily, Jack hunted tho

Harold Dillon gelding along. The mile was accomplished at a good even clip and the display of Dillon Huon was entirely satisfactory. Attractive Essay Go.dman (S. Roe), Polly’s Picture (G. Mitchell) and Mountain Dell (A. Mitchell) hopped off at the 12-furlong disc, the latter being slow to begin, having a disadvantage of about 30yds. Polly’s Picture made the running, but at the end of a mile Goldman was on her quarters, the other mare stii being in the rear. Goldman showed out two furlongs from home, where Mountain Dell began her run, and in a bustle to the wire there was very little between the trio, who had made good time over the final half-mile. Woodvale, who looks bright and robust after his lengthy holiday, given several rounds at slow to medium pace by trainer Warnock and then the son of Wildwood Junior was unloosed over a few furlongs, with First Flight as an associate. Woodvale plainly showed that his pace has not been impaired by the spell. Uncle Bert, with W. Kerr in the saddle, elected to go a mile from a standing start, and with three furlongs covered, J. McKendrick joined in with First Flight. The filly kept old Uncle busy over the rest of the journey, and made many friends by the game manner she stuck to the task. Tradesman (S. Roe) and Sebisca (G. Mitchell) were companions in a solid trot over three circuits. Sebisca had an advantage at the get away, but with halt the journey gone, Tradesman was reducing the gap, but broke. Me made a good recovery, however, and was gaining ground at the four-furlong disc, where Sebisca left his feet to lose, his position. When he settled down Mitchell’s trotter showed fine dash and was not far behind his rival when tho post was reached. Owner’s Bad Luck Reynard (S. Selkirk) stepped over a mile and a-half at a nice even gait, without any effort at time-making. The Australian trotter is standing up to his work well, but judging by his mark for the meeting next week, he has a hard row to hoe. Owner Bridgens is having a bad * run of luck since coming into the game and yesterday morning his l promising novice pacer by Ai Mack I from the dam of Free Advice, had | the misfortune to throw a somersau.t on Manukau Road, receiving injuries to his leg and back. The gelding was showing good form, but the mishap will put him out of action for a while. Lord Nepean put plenty of dash into an essay over several circuits for owner Young, who has the little pacer in rare trim; Lord Nepean showed signs of having struck himself when he pulled up. Lord Lu was also present, but nothing serious was asked of him. Gene Seva (J. Beresford), Winmark (J. O’Kane) and the Triumph—Liberty Bell colt (S. Selkjrk) were companions in medium pace work over numerous rounds. The former, a son of Peter Moko, is a racy looking chap that may

require time. Winmark was showing signs of leg trouble and did not do himself justice. The Triumph colt trotted like a toff and if he fails to turn out trumps there is something wrong with the business. Encourage the Juveniles Several young pacers were seen in action, and apart from possessing good looks and showing quality, they moved along in a manner that augurs well for their future at the light-harness sport. The most noticeable were a colt by Florizel—Harold Dillon mare (C. G. Lee), filly by Man o’ War—Liberty Bell (W. G. Whitton), geldincr by Great Audubon—Vanity V. (Geo. Webb) and colt by Great Audubon—Bequest (B. Dyer), who all gave the impression of being level-headed and brainy. Carmel (C. Fairman) was too good for Stoney (J. Shaw) over a sprint course. The former is in great heart after his Christchurch trip, but the white horse did not enter too kindly into the spirit of the work. Etta Cole (F. Gilchrist), who last week was not displaying her usual vigour, hit out nicely over 12 furlongs and dispelled any doubts that may have

gained currency about her stability. Her stable mate. Direct Action, who looks big in condition, was not set a serious task. With so many promising young pacers and trotters in Auckland and the province this season, the clubs which operate at Alexandra Park might consider the advisability of assisting with the education of these future stake-earners by putting on a juvenile parade at their spring carnivals. Young gallopers are encouraged in this direction at Ellerslie and the same process could be adopted by the Auckland and Otahuhu i rotting Clubs. When trainers stepped along for the afternoon session they found a nicely prepared track, with footing conditions more conducive to speed than that obtaining in the forenoon. If the weather remains fine during the next few days some more good work should be witnessed. A. Julian’s pair. Jewel Pointer and Explosion, were associated in strong work over three circuits, both pacing attractively. The same mentor also sent the trotter Special Bell over a similar journey, and despite a couple of breaks he shaped well. Ilohora (L. McMahon) was dispatched on a 12-furlong jaunt, and after showing an inclination to hitch over the early stages, went evenly for the last mile and unwound a nice turn of speed.

Native Prince (C. Fairman) began quicker than Warplane (J. Shaw) from the ten-furlong disc and kept the younger pacer in the rear for six furlongs. Here Warplane moved up and the pair rattled home in good style, Native Prince, who was free-legged, finishing in front. Torpedo Huon (L. McMahon) and Gold Jacket (J. McMahon) were associated in a dash over 12 furlongs, during which both pacers tramped in resolute fashion. Over the final half-mile the speed was increased and home they came together in creditable time. Bonanza (C. G. Lee) showed improvement in stepping over three circuits at a fairly even clip. Entering the final lap, the silver-tailed chestnut mixed slightly, but making a qxiick recovery finished the task decisively, although he liad had quite enough at the end. The same reinsman produced Tiger Salve for a mile and a-half essay, and the sturdy square-gaiter, who is looking a real picture, gave a faultless exhibition. Each half was negotiated at an even gait and the Rock Huon gelding thoroughly enjoyed the outing. Four more attractive-looking novices were seen in action and the manner in which they shaped at the business was pleasing to their owners. Three adopted the pacing gait, these being a gelding by Blue Mountain King (F. Herring), filly bv Blue Mountain King—Cool Time (G. Phipps), and mare by the same sire from Princess Ena (T. Foley). The other candidate was the handsome trotter by Al Mack from Natalie, in T. McQuoid’s stable. AUCKLAND CLUB OFFICIALS At a meeting of the committee of the Auckland Trotting Club Mr. John Rowe was in the chair and was unanimously re-elected president and chairman of committee for the 1929-30 season. The following officers were elected for the year:—Patron, the Hon. Sir Frederic Lang, Kt.. M.L.C.; president, Mr. John Rowe; vice-president, Mr. G. E. Tansley; judge, Mr. E. V. Sutherland; handicapper, Mr. George Paul, junr.; starter, Mr. C. O’Connor; timekeepers, Messrs. J. K. Douglas, J. Williamson (honorary), and E. S. Ivohn (honorary) ; clerks of course, Messrs. A. Selbv and W. S. Hirst; hon. treasurer. Mr. H. Morpeth; auditors, Messrs. Thomson and Rodger; official measurer, Mr. C. O’Connor; lion, surgeons. Dr. A. McG. Grant and Dr. C. J. A. Griffin; lion, veterinary surgeons. Dr. W. C. Ring and Mr. A. Mackenzie; birdcage steward. Mr. R. W. Ainsworth. The sub-committees acting last year were reappointed. Donations were made to the Auckland Labour Day Celebration Committee for prize fund, Auckland Ladies’ Benevolent Society and Auckland Plunket Society. 1929 TROTTING FIXTURES Auckland T.C. (Special).—Aug. .31. New Brighton T.C.—Sept 7. Christchurch Clubs (Special).—Sept. 14. Methven T.C.—Oct. 5. Waikato T.C.—Oct. 12. Northland T.C. —Oct. 19. New Brighton T.C.—Oct. 19. Greymoutb T.C —Oct 26, 23. Auckland T.C.—Oct 26, 2S. Oama.ru T.C. —Oct. 28. Wellington T.C.—Nov. 2. N.Z. Metropolitan T.C. —Nov. 12, 14, Id. Otahuhu T.C.—Nov. 20. 23. Forbury Park T.C.— Nov. 27. 30. Nelson T.C.—Dec. 6, 7. New Brighton T.C.—Dec. 14. Ashburton T.C.—Dec. 26. Gore T.C.—Dec. 26. Westport T.C. —Dec. 26, 27. Winton T.C.—Dec. 28. South Wairarapa T.C.—Dec. 26, 2S. Auckland T.C.—December 27, 28, 31. Inangahua T.C.—Dec. 30.