SPORTING

Taranaki Daily News, 28 October 1919, Page 7

SPORTING

WELLINGTON RACES. SECOND DAT'S RESULTS. GLOAMING WINS CHAMPION PLATE. By Telegraph.—Press Association. Wellington, Last Night. The Wollington meeting was concluded in fine weather, and hofore a record attendance. The track was very fast. The totalisator bandied £72,750 10s. as compared with £40,896 last year. The total for the meeting was £123,934, as compared with £82,050 last year. Results:— ROSENEATH HANDICAP—2 Blackmail 1. 5 Wake 2, 3 Gas Bag 3. Also started: 2 Phio, 1 Klldeo, 4 Maungarango, (i Fortune Teller, 7 Gate Pah, 8 Tropical. Won by half a head, two lengths between second and third. Time, 47 4-ssecs. TARARUA HANDICAP.—I Bonnie Heather 1, 3 Royal Exchange 2, 2 Printonips 3. Also ran: 4 Makepeace. 8 Idle Talk, 9 Matty, 6 Fullca, 5 Dick, 7 Machree. Won by two and a half lengths, three-quarters of a length between second and ihird. Time, 1.41. SPRING TRIAL—3 Bonetter 1, 1 Motuihi 2, 4 Prince Hal 3. Also ran: 7 Sunburst, 5 Hindi, 2 Falstaff, 8 Hallowvonla, 6 Negligee. A length separated the placed horses. Time, 1.29 4-5.

PEARCE HANDICAP.—4 Hurry Up 1, 2 Crcnidos 2, 1 Rossini 3. Also ran: 3 Dribble, 9 Lucid, 5 Bagdad, 8 Astinomc, 6 Old Gold, ll Trcsslda, 7 Moutoa Ivanova, 10 Rislngham, 13 Bingham, 12 Tyne. In a slashing flni3li Hurry Up won by a head, Rossini a head away third. Time, 1.39 4-5.

JUVENILE STAKES—I Humbug 1, 2 Weary Rillle 2, 3 Right and Left 3. Also ran: 4 Raima, G Halifax, 7 Shamrock, 2 Bestir and Puro Laziness coupled with Weary Willie, 5 Listowel, 8 Ennoa. Saima. and Weary Willie led In the early part of the raco. At the distance, Humbug appeared on the outside of the field, and going on, won by a length, a length and a half between th» second and third. Time, 1.1 2-5.

CHAMPION PLATE. 1 Gloaming 1. 2 Affectation 2, 4 Mascot 3. Also ran: 5 Vagabond, 3 Desert Gold. At the barrier Desert Gold was caught In the tapes, losing fully six lengths. Mascot leal into the straight, with Gloaming and Affectation moving up. Gloaming took charge at the distanco and'won easily by three-quarters of ft length, the third horse a length off. Time, 2.7 1-5.

RTJAHTNE HANDICAP.—I Acquittal 1, 8 Active 2. 10 Kyoto 3. Also ran: 7 Nursing Sister, 2 Arch Lassie, 3 Hymarty, 5 Sweet Memory. 8 Chaeronla, 9 Egmont Park. 4 Probate, 11 Piroplro, 12 Russet. Won by a deck, a length between second and third. ¥lm». 1.12 4-5. NAINAI HANDICAP.—2 Hetauil 1, 5 Kipling 2, 7 Matatua 3. Also ran: 4 Silver Link, 3 ICaro, 1 80-Peep, 5 Demos, 8 Voluble. Won by half a head, one and a half lengths between second and third. Time, 1.113-5. BoPeep fell. WAIPAWA MEETING. Walpawa, Last Night. The Walpawa Racing Club, which lost Its. license In the war curtailment, resumed racing to-day with a very successful meeting. The weather was perfect, the attendance large, and the course good. Tho totallsator handled £12,507, against £11,424 at the 1916 meeting. Woodlark fell in th» County Handicap and the Jockey, Walker, received/ slighlt concussfon. Hunt, the rider of Maraetotara in this race, was severely reprimanded for careless riding and fined £lO. Results:— MAIDEN HANDICAP.—S Dunslan Rush 1, 7 Import 2, 1 Merrawee 3. Also ran: 2 Woolahra, 8 Joey, 10 Mannlkln, 9 Mountain Eagle, 3 Demon, 4 Mahogany, 0 Sweet Rest. Won by two lengths. Time, 1.1. WELTER HANDICAP.—I Makero 1, 2 Mumble 2, 6 Gatla 3. Also ran: 4 Nlcoraar, 5 Pottomea, 3 Patultla. Won by two lengths. Time, 1.33 3-5. COUNTY HANDICAP.—3 Dorrle 1, 5 Sliver Tongue 2, 2 Maraetotara 3. Also ran: 4 Retard, 1 Chillies, 0 Woodlark. Won by a length. Time, 1.43 2-5. BRACELET HANDICAP—2 Sensitive 1, 3 Patukla 2, 5 BiU 3. Also ran: 1 Miramar, 4 Tipperary Lass. Won by two lengths. Time, 2.7 4-5. ELECTRIC HANDICAP.—I Statuette 1, 3 Conzißka 2, 2 Tonukohe 3. Also ran: 4 Warrawoe, 2 Lady Kllworth, 5 Import, 8 Sweet Rest, 6 Sunny Smile. Won hard held by a length. Time, 1.11-5. HOMEWOOD HACK HANDICAP.—I Wapping 1, 2 Demon 2. The only starters. Won in a canter. Time, 1.51. RAILWAY HANDICAP—2 Chillies 1, 1 Vermillion 2. Tho only starters. A great finish. Won by a head. Time, 1.18 1-5. HACK PLYING HANDICAP.—4 Woolahra 1, 5 Golha 2, 1 Mumble 3. Also ran: 3 Lady Kilworth, 2 Tonukohe. A splendid finish. Won by half a. length. Tune, 1.19 1-5. WAVERLEY-WAITOTARA MEETING. A RECORD GATHERING. Splendid weather conditions prevailed for the annual meeting of the Wavetley-Waitotara Racing Club's meeting yesterday. Consequently it was no surprise to have to note a record attendance, particularly in view of the restoration of special race trains. Both of these from Wanganul and New Plymouth were very lengthy and were crowded; whilst there was also an Increase in tSie nut or of motor cars that wero present from all parts. , The club evidently were not prepared for such a gathering, at all events as far as the Issue of outside tickets were concerned, for the arrangements were very poor, and the crush at tho box was heavy. The task of obtaining tho necessary Is tickets, which all holders of complimentary tickets had to obtain, was an experience that one does not want to have to repeat, and could have been obviated had the club sent officials up the lino to sell tickets on tho train. The offlcdals, however, now realise that the meeting has passed the picnic, stage, and will make other arrangements next year. Plans are, it is understood, being prepared for a new grandstand, the existing one proving far too small for. yesterday's requirements. The necessity for a modern number board was also apparent. The supply of cooks also ran out early, though provision had been made for a large crowd. The racing throughout was Interesting, fields generally being large. Mr. A. Morse, at the barrier, dispatched his fields without undue delay, and in good. line, considering that quite a number of tho horses were green and many of tho jockeys were inexperienced. Mr. J. Cameron occupied the judge's box and though he had several close finishes to adjudicate, hoisted the numbers promptly and correctly, save in the case of the 'Cup, when Depredation's number was hoisted in second position. When the error was rectified the numbers stuck In the tube and could not be hoisted for a few moments. The Cup was won by Oratress, who was ridden a well judged race. Tho totallsator returns were a record, little money being shut out, Mr. C. Sprlgglns, who controlled tho machine, having a capable staff. The races, however, wero allowed to get behind, the special trains leaving before the last race was run. Mr. ,T. H. Perrott, stipendiary steward, was present, but there was only 0110 inquiry prior to the Morton Memorial Maiden, in which Haversack was declared Ineligible to compete owing to conditions not being compiled with. Tho catering was in the hands of Dustins', Ltd., who had a very busy time. The Wanganul Garrison Band, under acting-conductor Mr. T. Jones, rendered a splendid programme of inutile. Tho secretary, Mr. W. McFarlane had „ts department right up to the moment. The following is tho result of the racing:— BREWER HANDICAP (Open), ot 200 aovs., second 25sovs„ and third 15sovs., from stakes. Six furlongs. 2—Mr. C. W. Tyler's b. g. Carmel Arch, aged, by Marble Arch—Legs, 7.0 (A. McCormack) 1 I—Mr. O. F. Hardy's b. g. Croesus, aged, by Royal Fusilier—AuraTlus, 9.S (C. Stowe) 2 3—Mr. C. P. Nash's br. g. Ahita, Oyrs., by Campflre—Louie. 7.2% (inc. 4y>;lb. over.), (F. Corkhill) 3 Also started: 5 Madam Ristori 7.12 (E. Reed), and 4 Hushman 7.9 (inc. lib. over.) (P. Corlett). (Winner trained by H. Raynor.) The field was reduced to five by the defection of All Over, Jutland, Starengo, Detroit, and Movement. The public wont strongly for Croesus, who carried over half the money on the machine, Carmel Arch being slightly better backed of the other quartette. From an even start Hushman was first to show; out, but after going 50 yards Croesus was on terms. At the back Carmel Arch went to the front from Croesus, and was never headed, winning by nearly half a length from Croesus who dropped back to third in the straight but came again and beat Ahika by a head for second money. Madam Ristori was fourth. Time, 1.14. MORTON MEMORIAL MAIDEN RACE, of 120sovs, second lOsovs. from stakes. WBlght-for-age. Seven furlongs. I—Mr. W. Duncan's b. g. Tame Fox, 4vrs, by Valpone—Humdrum, 9.0 (C. Price) .. I 2—Mr. A. J. Daley's b. g. Self Alliance, Oyrs., by St. Paul—Ebb Tide. 9.8 (B. Morris) 2 4—Mr. .1. Brown's blk.' f. kap'l'ti,' Vj'rs'.,' 'by Autumnus—Okau, 7.10 (Inc. 21b. over), (P. Corlett) , 3

Also started: G Ngakanui 8.9 (,T. R. Kaan), 7 Lonato 9.8 (K. Lambess), 3 Crystal Palace 9.8 (E. Copestake), 9 Lord Rufus 9.8 (W. Ayres), 8 Malingerer 9.8 (A. McDonald), 5 Athlone 9.0 (W. Dillamore), 11 Rekapoto 9.0 (J. Howden), 10 Vagrancopieco 9.8 (N. K. McDonnell). (Winner trained by V. Tilley.) There were four withdrawals, whilst Haversack was not eligible to start. Eleven faced the barrier, Tame Pox being solidly supported with Self Alliance also well in demand. Prom a straggling start Crystal Palace was in the lead, Rekapoto next. At the back, Tame Pox and Self Alliance took command, the former on the rails. The leaders entered the straight on terms with Crystal I'alaco third. In tho run home the favorite went to the front and won by a length, with Self Alliance two lengths in front of Iv'apiti, Ngakanui :t\d Athlone being close up. Time, 1.2U 3-01 HANDICAP HURDLE RACE, of 150sovs., second 15sovs., and third ssovs. from stakes. Ono mile and a half. I—Mr. W. Rayner's br. g. Eola, aged, bv Swoot Simon—Zaida, 11.13 (E. Copestake) l £—Mr. Rilard's ch. g. Austin, aged, by Advance—Good Luck, 10.8 (W. Dllamoro) 2 4—Messrs. Conza Bros., b. g. Applaud, (iyrs., Poremost—Applause, 9.2 (T. Williams) 3 Also started: 2 Wakaruku 9.0 (A. McDonald), 5 Darnley, 9 0 (G. Edgecombo). (Winner trainod by owner.) Khartoum, Whito Ranger, and Slgnorolia ffwe withdrawn, leaving five to face the starter. Zola was made a good favorite, but there was plenty of support for WhaJcaruru and Austin. Austin was first to show out, and passing the ptnnd led by a couple of lengths from Zola, Whakarultu and Applaud, with Darnley, who was slowest away, last. Leaving the straight, Zola moved up to the leader, and taking charge half a mile from homo won by three lengths from Austin with Applaud about a neck further back. Whakaruru was fourth, and Darnley was pulled up. Time, 2.50. WILSON STAKES, of 105sovs., second lOsovs from the stakes. Minimum weight 8.0 Pour furlongs. I—Mr. J. Bull's b. g. Ruddy, syrs., by All Red—Nerlll, 9.0 (B. Morris) 1 4—Mr. R. E. Laurent's oik. g. Passln' Through, 3yrs., by Gulanforte—lseailt, 8.0 (G. Edgecombe) 2 11—Mr. W. G. Emeny'3 b. f. Potana, 2yrs., by Potoa—Latona, 8.0 (E. Reed) 3 Also started: 2 Vance 9.0 (J. Howden), 10 Generalissimo 8.0 (N. K, McDonnell), 8 Zerda 8.0 (E. Copestake), 7 Master Curran 8.0 (W. Ayres), 3 Mannish 8.0 (P. Corlett), 9 Kawhau 8.0 (F. Rowland), 5 Lady Leo 8.0 (T. Williams), 6 Income 8.0 (K. Lambess), 12 Esperantlst 8.0 (P. Corkhill). (Winner trained by J. Morris.) There were eight defections, leaving twelve to face the barrier, and of these Ruddy was made a hotter favorite than Vance, the pair carrying over half the 'machine. When first sighted from the press stand, Ruddy w.s In front, and stalling off a hot challenge froir Passln' Through, the favorite ran In winner by half .a length, with Potana four lengths away. Then came Master Curran and Vance, with Income last. Time, 49 l-ssec3.

WAVERLEY-WAITOTARA CUP (Open), of 35050V3., second 30sovs., and third ISsovb. from the) stakes. One mila and a quarter. 3—Mr. F, Preston's b. m. Oratress, 4yrs., by Demosthenes—Equltas, 6.12 (J. Ba/rrj-) , i

C—Mr. J. Y. McCracken's b. g. First Salute, 4yrs., by Marble Arch—Salute, 7.0%1b. (inc. 7%1b. over), (Mr. Clearer) 2 2—Mr. R. Barlow's b. h. Depredation, aged , by Campflre—Gosling, 8.4 (W. Ayres) .. 3

Also started: 1 All Over 8.10 (B. Morris), 5 Marqueteur 8.7 (L. Nodder), 4 Perfect Day 0.12 (A. McCorraack), 7 Hushman (A. Huthertord).

(Winner trained by P. Tilloy.) Detroit and Carmel Arch were scratched. In a heavy betting race All Ovor was made a slightly better favorite than Depredation, whilst thoro was solid support for Oratress. Perfect Day and Marqueteur. Prom a good start. Oratress hopped out first, but was soon steadied, and passing tlia stand Hushman led from Oratress and Perfect Day together, then followed Arch Salute, All Over, Depredation, and Marqueteur. After about half a mile, All Over ran to the' front, with Depredation his nearest attondant, whilst Oratress was lying fourth. At the back, Depredation went to the front and establishing a three lengths lead looked a winner, but Oratress coming through fast was on terms with tiio leader as the straight was Teached and in the run home secured the verdict by a bare half-length from First Salute, who came wnii a burst and beat Depredation for second pia-e by a similar distance. Perfect Hay was fourth and tiio favorito last. Time, 2.8 1-5. FLYING HANDICAP, of HOsovs, second lOsovs and third Ssovs. from the stakes. Six furlongs. I—Mr. ,T. Dwyer's b. in. Nemaline, syrs, by Husbandman—Nora Paul, 8.13 (F Corlett) i S—Mr. A. Gray's blk. f. Tunata'u,"4yrs.', by King Rufus—Clntra, 7.13 (F. Corkhill) , j 7—Messrs. Culllnane and O'Reilly's"'b g. Slgnorella, aged, by Slgnor—Crucinella. 9.0 (B. Morris) 3 Also started; 5 Otonga 8.11 (A. McDonald), 11 White Ranger 8 11 (J. It. K.ian), 10 Salutory 8.8 (G. Edgecombe), ,1 Farce 8.8 (A. McCormack), G Some Boy B.G (L. Nodder), 12 Klamanawanul 8.0 (K. Lnmbess), 2 Halcyon 8.4 (N. K. McDonnell), 4 Arch Salute 8.4 (C Stowe), 14 Toddy 8.4 (inc. 51b. over) (W. Dilamore), 13 Kerry Knob 7.13 (F. Corkhill), 9 Bold Boy 7.13 (E. Reed). (Winner trained by H. Rayner.) There were four withdrawals from the 18 carded. Nemaline was made a slightly bettor favorite than Halcyon, with Farce also In demand. From a good start Toddy early took the lead, which he maintained to the straight whoroJ Nemajlne took charge and won by a length from the llttle-fanclerl Tunatau, who beat Slgnorella l>v a head. Then came Arch Salute, Otonga, and Halycon almost In lino, with Some Boy last. Time, 1.1(1. MOTJMAHAKI STAKES HANDICAP, of lCiisovs second SOsovs., ami third lOsovs. from tho stakes. One mile. ."—Mr. J. Y. McCracken's b. g. First Salute, 4vts., by Marble Arch—Salute, 8 9 (C. Stowe) 1 I—Mr. M. Bradley's b. g. Sinioni'aged.'hv Sweet Simon—Sylvia Tark mare. 8.1 (B. Morris) . o 2—Mr. W. Duncan's br. g. Arrowfleld','syrs.', by Cardinal Beauforte—Collarene, 8 4 (C. Price) 3 Also started: 0 May Molrn 8,4 (J R. Kaan), 8 Engari 8.0 (1,. Nodder), 4 Corai Queen 7.10 (Corlett), 5 Marshal Neil 710 (inc. 51b over) (W. Ayrcs), 7 Zela 7 4 (J. Barry), 9 Crystal Palaco 7.0 (Rutherford) (Winner trained by owner.) There wero Ave defections, leaving nine to face the barrier. Of these, Simon was made favorite with Arrowfleld and First Salum solidly supported. Mry Morn was left at the barrier. As soon as the field settled down, Simon was seen to be in the lead with Coral Queen close up, then came Engari and Arrowfleld. Simon held the lead Into the straight, but at the distance First Salute who made a great run, took command and won by three lengths. Arrowfleld was third a long neck away and Engarl fourth. Time 1.42%. JACKSON MEMORIAL STAKES HANDICAP. of 120sovs., second horse lOsovs. from the stakes. Minimum weight S.O Five furlongs. fr—Mr. F. s. Blueet's br. g. Kareao, 4yrs, by •Maniapoto—St. Clements mare, 5.4 (L. Nodder) j I—Mr. W. Duncan's b. g.'Tempo','lyrs' by Maniapoto—Singer, 9.0 (C. Price) .. 2 "'■ •'■, Bu»'s b. E Ruddy, syrs„ by All Red-Nero!!, 10.13 (inc. 51b. pen.) (A. McDonald) '_ # _ 3 Also started: 5 Yance 9.10 (J. Howden), 10 '™l, k , 2 < w - Aw), 3 Passln' Through 5.9 (G. Edgecombe), 9 Kaimanawanui B.G (K La.nbess), 11 Valencia 8.5 (E. Reed), 15 Oghrotina 8,2 (A. McCormack), 4 Erin's Isle 8.1 (inc. lib over) (B. Morris), 13 Lady Leo 8.5% (inc. 5%1b. over), (T. Williams), 8 Flying Master 8.5 (Inc. 51b. over) (.1 kaan), 12 Toddy 8.0 (F. Corkhill), 7 Klckapoo 8.2 (inc. 21b over) (N. K. McDonnell), 14 Stelpaul 8.0 (W. Dilamore). (Winner trained by owner.) The scratching pen reduced the field from 2.) to 15. Ruddy led to the straight, hut Kareao came through at the distance and won by a length and a half from Tempo, with Ruddy a neck further back. Time, 1.2%. CHRISTCHURCH TROTTING HANDICAPS. Christchurch, Last Night, The handicaps for the. Metropolitan Trotting Club meeting are:— SPRING HANDICAP-Lord Roanchlld scr , Binsmoan, HaTold Lander 3secs„ Treasure Seeker, Mushroom !>, Ivan Huon, Ben Bell, Havana C. Chub, To Kultl. Colonel Havelock 7. Miss Salisbury, Marvin Jnr,, 8, Rrattnn Abbey, Miss Loma 9, To-Nlght, Suceary, I Jessie's Dream, Peter Tlmmerman, Rita Rose, Dragoon .Tnr., Lovebird 10. EMPIRE HANDICAP.—Granger scr., Peter Mae 4, Silver Nut, Schnapps 5, Dillon Edy Slahinga, Silver Shoe, Acushla, Machreo Harold Child 0, The Whip, Blue Chimes, G. M. Dillon, Lady Wayward, Will of the Wisp, Oulmet 8, Irving, Woog, Calton 9, Rothclllr, fcuardesn 10. KICCARTON lIANDICAP.-Cathedral Cliimes scr., Mati-hlight, Admiral Wood 2, Tommy C f.'-.u 01 '" !,1 "" n "'• Hun " ratch 6 . C( > ito Sydney W.lkes, Hannah 5!„ Nancy Stair. Hcciurata 1, Dean Dillon, Sympathy, Bundura, Bundong n' , Star Queen ' Pttl < »»rke'« Drift, Captain Stanley 0.

MIDDLETON HANDICAP—RiIa Peter SCT., Nelson, Bingen, Red Heather 3, Whist, King Capitalist 4, Olive L. 0, Gay Wilkes, Imperial Crown, Electrocute, Gallclan 7, Paul ffuon 9, Lady Patricia, Windmill 10, Beeswing 11. VICTORIA HANDlCAP—Sympathy, Dean Dillon, Caprlcelo scr., .lack Arrali, Nora Creina, Itlta Poter 1, Rorke's Drift, Star Quoon, Brown's Nugget 2, Gleaming, Sir Fulham, Our Chum 3, Dandy Chimes*, George Hard, Legacy i.

ST. ALBAN'S HANDICAP.—Cora Dillon scr., Chid 1, Tamarisk, Arladna, Lord Dillon, Genornl Link 2, Admiral Hal, Sir Fulham, Captain Stanley, Prank Tracey 3, Jack Arrah, Xnvler, Proud Spring, King Karri 4, All Bell, Dillon Direct, Birdwooil, Pleasant Mount 5. HAGLEY HANDlCAP—Cathedral Chimes scr., Admiral Wood, John Dillon, 2, Huon Patch 3, Chid, Sashwojcl, Sungod 4, Asturlo, Mintsnn, 0.1.C., Admiral, Cello Sydney Wilkes, Bectorata 5, Tamarisk, Rorko's Drift. Bundong, General Link, Nancy Stair C, Pax, Caprlccio, Pltaroa, Mako 7. THE MELBOURNE CTJP. By Telegraph.—Press Assn.—Copyright. Received Oct. 27. 10.20 p.ra Melbourne, ')ct. ¥>. Cup scratchlngs aro as follows: Sasanof, Probation, Michael Bra re, and Drumfire. NOTES BY MOTUROA. A SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGN, If any further proof was required that N'ew Zealand—horses, trainers, and jockeyswas quite capable oH holding its own with Australia's best, the recently concluded A.J.C. meeting clinched the argument decisively. Not only did It. .T. Mason head the list of successful trainers, hut B. Deoley tilled a similar distinguished position amongst the winning horsemen, Gloaming proved his claim to be a champion over middle distances, and Karo, Delight, Rossini, British Arch, nnd Ard-na-ree also won races for New Zealand owners', while Spanner, Dune'dln, Sasanof, and Afterglow earned remunerative place-money.

Of the £35,837 distributed In stakes New Zealanders got away with £6260, made up as follows: Mr. G. D. Greenwood, Karo, Ist Squatters' Handicap, £461; Gloaming, Ist Craven Plate £1521, 2nd. Spring Stakes £400; Rossini, 2nd Trial Stakes £IOO, 2nd CUbborn Stakes £IOO, Ist Grantham Stakes £4Bl, Afterglow. 3rd Sydney Handicap £SO; total, £3113. Mr. W. G. Stead, Delight, Ist Qimcraclt Stakes £1676; Sasanof, 3rd Randwlck Plato £150; total, £1826; Mr. R. M. Carter, British Arch, Ist Wavorley Handicap, £529. Mr. H. R. Telford, Ard-na-ree, Ist Trial Stakes, £442. Messrs. Thorpe and Gleeson, Dunodin, 2nd Breeders' Plate, £3OO. Messrs. W. Richmond and W. G. Stead, Spanner, 3rd Kensington Handicap, £SO, making a total for New Zealanders of £6260. Trainer It. .1. Mason produced three winners, Gloaming, Karo, and Rossini, and the stakes won by his quartette Tcad well in comparison with the lengthy strings of horses which loss successful rivals had running for them. B. Dceley took first place also with five winning rides, and his average stood alone Doeley's percentages totalled £l7B 7s, and was only beaten by the figures of A. Wood, who took ' £ 363 18s for his efforts on Rebus (Metropolitan) and Richmond Main (Derby). ROYAL IRISH. When J. Williamson, the popular owner nnd trainer of the eloven-year-old Royal Irish (Soult—Asthore), led the old -/Ming in after winning the Whangarel Cup the other day he must have been pleased with the rousing reception accorded the old battler, and it is safe to say that there Is no moro popular trainer or horso in the northern province. Though never more than a useful sort, Royal Irish has had a great Innings, and it speaks volumes for his owner-trainer that the old horse Is still sound and well, and that In his ninth racing season ho Is capable-' of winning each of his two starts at Whangarel. One has to hark back to January 27, 1912, to find Royal Irish's name In a Turf Register. He made his debut In the Second Perry Hand:cap at and beat all but Surplus. Stakes were not as good then aa nowadays, and two firsts, a second nnd a third, In fine starts only brought in £135. As a four-year-old Royal Irish won tho Shortland Plate at Ellersllc, and the following year won twice at Takapuna and three times at Avondale. As a alx-yenr-old he won his best stake, the City Handicap, run at the A.R.C. spring meeting, and worth £7OO to the winner. During the next five seasons ho won the Whangarel Cup twice, and the Tauranga. Rotorua. To Arolia, and Ohinemurl Cups, and his stake earnings to date aro £4950. In all he has started 93 times, and his record reads: IS firsts, 14 seconds, and 11 thirds, ODD ITEMS. A further payment In connection with the Now Zealand Cup fell due on Friday, and (he field Is now reduced to twenty-one Ilctiiiiu ami Wiudorah were withdrawn earlier in the week, ar.d (he payment stopped Wardancer, Nobleman, Maloha. Royal Star, Lovematch. Bonnie Briar, liislnghnm, Flight Commander, Sonnlno, Warlike, Probity, Rose Wreath, and the Mystification— Tattle gelding. As the field now stands it Is a useful one l , and Affectation, Gay Lad, Mascot, Rose Pink, Hurry Up, and Healhercotc are all likely to find plenty of supporters. Thirty-one havo been accepted for In the Stewards' Handicap, and It Is .a high-class field. Desert Gold, Sliver Link, Croosp. and Walmatoa are fine ones to head the list, and lower down are speedy sprinters like Mlchaela, Bon Spec, Inah, Kipling, Astlnome, and Ermine This race promises to keep the doublepickers very busy Indeed. Nobleman was backed for the New Zealand Cup on Tuesday for a tidy sum, and those who put their cosh in should hive known _i;st the owner's Intentions. Howover, Nobleman's name is missing from Saturday's list, whether through an error In transmission or not, the writer cannot say. Needless to say, several big punters are kicking themselves very severely. It is reported that an offer of 1000 guineas was recently refused for Gas Bag (Demosthenes—Lady Celln). After the A.J.C. soring meeting the following were the five leading Australasian stake winners: Carbine £29,476, Cetigno £23,457, Desert Gold £23,133, Wo'arol £19,816, and Poseidon £19,496. Sasanof strained a ligament in tho Randwlck Plate, and it is hardly likely that ho will tako on the Melbourne Cup this year. This is bad luck for his owner, as 'he was improving fash with the racing he has had In and around Sydney.