GREAT NORTHERN EVENTS

Taranaki Daily News, 29 May 1929, Page 4

GREAT NORTHERN EVENTS

FOLLOWING FORM AS A GUIDE

“COMING EVENTS CAST SHADOWS.'

REVIEW OF FIELDS ENGAGED.

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"Moturoa."

The present topic of interest to those "proposing to visit Auckland this week is undoubtedly the Great Northern ‘■double,” the event which , makes the A.R.C. winter meeting. Even those prejudiced against speculating when their money is “in the air,” like to have an interest in the two richest jumping races in (he Dominion; t- experience the thrills as their fancies rise, perchance to fall, at each of the many formidable obstacles. Such races are true tests of stamina and capability, thus eliminating the “squibs” in the field, and in •eccnt years form has proved a fairly reliable guide.

In 1924, Sea De’il created a mild surprise by winning the Hurdles, his last start being for a third, in the Autumn Steeples two months before but Sir Roseberry had good form to recommend him for the' Steeplechase. The month before he ran third in the Hunters’ Steeples at the Egmont meeting, improving by this experience to win the Opunake Steeples the second day. On the opening day -of the A.R.C. meeting he won the Greenlane Steeples from a good field, and two days later won bis first Great Northern.

In 1925 Sip Roseberry joined the select quartette, Liberator, El Gallo (twice) and Lochella, .to win the double event. His last start had been in the Hurdles on the second day of the Avondale meeting in April, and he won comfortably. The public were fully aware of his capabilities and they entrusted him to the prime position in the betting market each day. The theory was exploded in 1926, when Land-bird and Dick • was the winning way. At his last start Landbird had run . a mediocre third ip-, the Wanganui Steeplechase to Eerie 'and Puwhero and was tenth in order of.-fav-ouritism in the big Hurdles. Kawini played the role of runner-up, and two days later went under by a neck to Dick, who had not won a race since taking the Clarkin Steeples at the Waikato spring meeting. The combination in 1927 was Wedding March and Beau Cavalier. Wedding March won the Mangere Steeples at the Easter meeting at Ellerslie, and though he had two unplaced performances after that, his last start was in the Frankton Hurdles at the Waikato autumn meeting, where he ran a good race. On top of this he had an intimate knowledge of the country. But for the “Memsahib case,” he would have given the second event a good go. Beau Cavalier’s two prior starts had been in hack and hunters’ classes, but the way he won the'- "Linley and the Huntly Steeples at the Waikato meeting the month beforS showed himto be a class above that company.

In 1928 we saw Beau Cavalier in the light of a hurdler. Prior to the A.R.C. winter fixture he. won the Frankton Hurdles at the Waikato meeting and ran second in the Raglan Hurdles. Glendowie’s star was in the. ascendancy. Opening the season by raniexing the Pakuranga Hunt Club steeples, his next outing was for a in .in the Waikato Hunt Club Steeples. He was then given a long spell and ran outside a place in his next effort, the Autumn Steeples at the A.R.C. Easter meeting. On the opening day of the winter, carnival he. took the Hunters’ Hurdles iu dashing style and, having the. services of the versatile ‘‘Sammy” Henderson,. he was nearly as well fancied as the topweight, Beau Cavalier, who ran fourth.

What matters now is - the 1929 Great Northern double event, and the following are the recent performances of the fancied division: — Great Northern Hurdles. Red Fuchsia. —Second Open Hurdles at Marton; third Tongahoe.Hurdles, at Hawera; first May Hurdles, Wanganui. Comical. —Third Autumn Handicap. Hawke’s Bay; unplaced Burke Memorial Stakes; second Century Hurdles, Wanganui. Wiltshire. —Unplaced Hack Cup, at Ohinemuri; unplaced, Brighton Hurdles, at Auckland; first Frankton Hurdles, at Waikato.

Mangani.—Unplaced in Brighton Hurdles; first Autumn Steeplechase, at Auckland.

Mister Gamp.—Second Tongahoe Hurdles, at Hawera; first Century Hurdles, at Withganui. Clockwork.v-First Brighton Hurdles, unplaced St. . .Heiiers’ Hurdles;, unplaced Autumn Steeplechase; third . in Avondale Hurdles; first Hobson ville Hurdles, at Avondale; tinpla. I Ramarama Highweight, at Fraiikliii. Roman Abbey—First St. Heiiers’Hurdles, at Auckland; firs: Avondale Hurdles; first Egmont Steeplechase; fell in Wanganui Steeplechase. Great Northern Steeplechase. "Wedding March.—Second Auckland Hurdles, at Christmas. Glendowie. —Two unplaced flat performances. Kawini. —Third Brighton Hurdles; third Autumn Steeplechase, at Auckland; second Raglan Hurdles, at Waikato; third Ramarama Highweight, at Franklin. Pouri. —Unplaced Frankton Hurdles-, unplaced Raglan Hurdles,' at Waikato; unplaced Ramarama Highweight. Zircon. —Raced unsuccessfully in Australia at Easter, now' a doubtful starter. Kilburn. —Second Brighton Hurdles, at Auckland; second Hobsonville Hurdles, at Avondale; third Open Hurdles, at Marton; unplaced Balgownie Handicap, at Wanganui. ’ - - From the above it will be seen that Mister Gamp, Red Fuchsia,>■ Comical. Wiltshire and Clockwork hav? most form to recommend them in. the Hurdles, but with their light weights Roman Abbey and Kilburn may prove a troublesome pair. At this stage Mister Gamp appears well favoured, but on the day Comical and Red Fuchsia will not go out neglected on the machine. Wiltshire showed good form when he ■won the hurdles at the Waikato meeting, and he is in great heart, as his recent track efforts show'. Roman Abbey might easily have had four successive wins to his credit but for a mishap in the Wanganui Steeplechase. Auckland scribes have the opinion that the distance finds him out, . and his stablemate, Wedding March, is preferred. Roman Abbey can be relied upon to make the pace brisk in whichever j race he takes on. Kawini has again

been a consistent performer this season, but this great jumper seems to have a “hoodoo” on him. Nothing has been heard of Glendowie. He cannot be ready for the gruelling task. Pouri is a good, steady jumper and should be benefited by his Teeeiit racing, but Red Fuchsia is as yet ah- unknown quantity over the big fences. 1 ■ Clockwork has shown ability in both 1 departments of the lepping game, but-the distance may find him wanting. At this stage, Wiltshire continues to' 'lie l more strongly favoured than Kawini.: PREPARATIONS AT ELLERSLIE. vp./ GALLOPS ON:HEAVY TRACK. ..’ - - By Telegraph.—Press Association. Auckland, May 28. The weather was cold and showery at Ellerslie for work to-day. Tl.s track was heavy, all gallops taking place on the No. 1 grass.. ■ .' Corinax, Bisox and The Lover (with a light-weight up) did a round in Imin. 58 3-ssec., the last six furlongs taking Imin. 24 3-ssec. Coolmint beat Kawainga and Thursby over six furlongs in Imin. 23 4-ssec. Hyde Park was .ahead of High Pitch at the end of seven furlongs run in Imin. 37 4-ssec. : Bright Hand did .six. furlongs in Imin. 23 2-sscc. King Emerald for a round took 2min. 1 2-ssec. Gold Mdney joined in at the six furlong post and they finished together in Imin-24sec. Hoariri coveted .three furlongs in 39 3-ssec —a good' gallop. Beau Cavalier and Abbot’s Delight went a round in '2min. 4sec. Eager Rose fof a round-'took 2min. 2 3-ssec., Theodolite going with her for the first six./'' Overhaul beat Maunga over a round in 2min. 6 3-ssec, ’. \ ’ Taneriri and Roman Pearl finished in front of Valsiet over six furlongs in Imin. 23sec.

Welkne ran seven furlongs in Imin. 35 4-ssec.

Maori Boy was in . front of Bizarro and Diamond Queen at the end of six furlongs in Imin. ,25 2-ssec. Black Mint, Keddar and Oration finished as named over five furlongs in Imin. 7 2-5 see.

Arikitoa and Value ran six furlongs in Imin. 24 2-ssec. Kauri Park was in front of Clockwork at the finish of a round in 2min. 7 3-ssee.

Chelone’e four furlongs in 51 4-ssec. was the best of the morning. •On the course proper, Golden Wedding, War Office, Adjuster and Salamander’ set out over five hurdles. Salamander fell at the first and Adjuster at the third. War Officer made a bad jump at the fourth, leaving Golden Wedding well clear at the finish. Salamander was remounted and started out for a similar task, but fell at the last obstacle.

Red Fuchsia and Kawini negotiated 'five hurdles, taking 2min. 26 l-ssec., the former pleasing most. Comical and Mister Gamp did a similar. task in 2min. 25sec. Mister Gamp struck the last hurdle very hard and knocked down a Right, but kept on his feet, and there was little between the pair at the finish. Locarno was in front of Cybele after clearing four hurdles. Odin, over four hurdles, finished in Imin. 21sec.

Vexatious, Maidos and Mountain Crag finished as named after a round of the steeplechase couree. Uralla and Young Thurnham set out for a similar task, the latter losing hie rider at the second fence on the hill. Uralla finished the remaining obstacles safely. Young Thurnham was remounted, blit fell at the water jump. Airtight and Pikimai were sent over a round of the big fences, Airtight pleasing most. FROM TRACKED STABLE. (By “Moturoa.”) The New Plymouth tracks presented a busy appearance yesterday moming, but' most of tho horses were restricted to easy tasks. With the eting out. of the going, the winter horses moved freely and the public should not have to wait long for a New Plymouth trained winner at the coming meetings. « » 0 0 Patrolet .secured a break of a couple of lengths over Polyphemus at the five furlong peg, but at the half-mile the gap was reduced to half a length. Patrolet still held the advantage when the post was reached, the last half taking 55 l-ssec. Polyphemus’ saddle slipped back to his groins over the last furlong. Jerry O’Driscoll went up to Auckland on the Rarawa last night, but he did not consdier Polyphemus good enough to take with 'him.

Bonogne (Alexander) and Royal Mint, who both look in the pink of condition, hit out freely over two circuits on the inner grass at a good half pace. Bonogne does not meet a very strong field at Otaki on Saturday and may run prominently. Royal Mint has not looked so* well this season and he may surprise many by running well at Otaki. He should not be lon-g in paying for his winter oats.

That smart hack Bronxt was worked on the plough. He carries a “dicky” off foreleg. He cannot stand a heavy preparation, but may pick up a race or two on easy tracks.

Quillfire, who is now' in the hands of Dan Monaghan, is being prepared for tho Wanganui-Egmont Hunt Club meeting lit Hawera next month. He was rather badly cut about at the hunt last w'eek and may not be required to do much for a few days.

The two-year-old Kilmanu (N. Johnson), the yearling Orapai (R. Eager) and Black Odin (Alexander) were trotted around on the inner. The youngsters hit out very well and promise to develop into fair sorts.

Gold Dawn, who lias been cased in her work for a spell was back" on the track. She was given half and three-quarter-pace work to finish up. She has not been idle during her spell and docs not carry much superfluous flesh.

Anolo (Alexander) and a companion went two rounds at a steady pace. Anolo stripped very fit and he is expected to race well at Otaki next Saturday.

Karangawai (R. Eager) jumped six schooling fences in good style. He has fined down considerably with his outings at the hunt meets and looks likely to turn out a fair hunter.

With the bulk of George’s team at Ellerslie, the other inmates of the stable were treated to easy tasks, as were

Mantle’s string. Huirangi Girl looked very well.

Jerry O’Driscoll spoke to the apprentice from O’Neill’s stable, who carries the nom de course of “Chocolate,” when he returned with the saddle nearly off Polyphemus’ back yesterday morning. Aftei" listening to the tirade for a few seconds and apparently picking up a few points about riding, “Chocolate” caused the trainer to collapse when he replied: “Korry, yes, you’m right. The further I went forward, the further I went back!”

Over thirty nominations were received on Monday night for the Taranaki Hunt Club point-to-point steeplechase on Monday, June 3. These arc to be classified by the committee to-day.

Owners and trainers are reminded that die ac:e:n,iL.es for all ev-: Is on the Lgmont -iV' iganui Hunt Club - ? yrogramme close with the secretary, Mr. W. MacFarlane, Wavcrley, at 8 p.m. tomorrow. The telegraph office closes at 5 p.m.

Track watchers were impressed with the manner in which Overhaul executed his schooling task at Ellerslie on Monday. It was certainly a very pleasing display and demonstrated that the chestnut is a good jumper. So far Overhaul has shown no form in his races over hurdles, but he w’as a useful performer on the flat and promises to do well over fences. The chestnut is engaged in the hack hurdle events at the coming meeting and is a likely one to secure winning honours in that class.

Waikato reports credit Paddon with having done well since he registered his surprise win at Te Rapa last month. On that occasion he was having his first run for two years and it is natural to suppose that ho will be a fitter horse now. Up to the present he lias not won beyond a mile, but there is nq, reason why he should not get further. Paddon relishes heavy going and he is just the sort to win a Cornwall Handicap. In any case, if he fails in the middle-distance handicap, he may be dangerous in the shorter-distance handicaps on the later days.

All has gone well with Gold Money since she won at her last start and she promises to be in capital order for her coming engagements. She has previously shown ability to act in heavy going and may do well in the short races at the meeting. With 8.7 she is nicely placed in the Members’ Handicap and will only have to receive ordinary luck in the running to be difficult to beat. T. Green is to be her pilot and therefore she will have the services of a capable rider. MEETING OF T.J.C. COMMITTEE. A meeting of the Taranaki Jockey Club committee was held last night. Present: Messrs L. A. Nolan (chairman), B. H. Chaney, O. W. Sole, W. T. Hookham, A.,R. Standish, A. Alexander, W. C. Weston, J. McLeod and G. Fraser. An apology was received from Mr. F. Moore.

The following applications for licenses were considered:—Trainers, J. O’Neill, D. P. Moraghan and R. Barlow; jockey, C. Minhinnick; gentleman rider, K. H. Bedford. All are io be recommended for approval. It was decided to hold a conference with the New Plymouth Motor-cycle Club in regard to the use of the racing track.

The Legion of Frontiersmen wa-s granted the use of the course and appointments for their annual week’s camp to be held in June.

Mr. L. A. Nolan was appointed the club’s representative at meetings of the conference. A vote of thanks was accorded Messrs Nolan and McLeod for their presentation of the club’s case to the Minister of Internal Affairs during his recent visit. CANTERBURY PARK TROTS. By Tel egraixh.—-Press Association. Christchurch, May 28. The following acceptances have been received by the Canterbury Park Trotting Chib:— YALDHURST HANDICAP, one mile and a half.—Lonesome, Miss Wilkes, Bon Elect, Golden Girl limit, Dillon S.,' Victor Bingen, Aileen Wodd. St. Petrox 12yds behind, Quickfire, Tot Logan, Electioneer, Child Boneta 2'4, Avalanche, Peter Lin 36, Repute, Accumulator, Mount Royal 48, Great Amazon, Nelson Ata 60, Rose Audo, All Peters 72, Nelson Boy 108. PENINSULA HANDICAP, one mile and a half. —Thorpie, Mae De Oro, Locanda Boy, Chimer, Becky Mine, Vikota, Loiterer, Red Audubon, Mac Dillon, Avonwood, Apex, Young Bingen, Rose Marie, White Sun limit, Muriel De Oro, Sonoma, Lulu Lad 12 yards behind, Sahib, Firpo, Imperial Thorpe, Erin’s Royal, Grey Cloud 24, Logan Hanlon, Lindbergh, Great Logan 36, Tactless 48. KING GEORGE HANDICAP, two miles.—St. Maura, Harold Thorpe, Dalmeny, Jean McElwyn limit, Free Advice 12 yards behind, Vesuviub, Logan Chief, Mate o’ Mine, Away, Silk Thread, Daphne De Oro 24, Glideaway .36, Cardinal Logan -IS, Quality Imprint 60, Talaro, Waitaki Girl 72.

LYTTELTON HANDCAR, two miles. —Glenrowan, Mahara,- Denver's Doll, Onoto, Heroic, Routine, Kautoma, Alpine Melody, Lifebuoy, Kid Logan, Regime, Lady Bee, Koro Peter limit; Editor, Ivor, Donard, Neeoro, Exclusive 12 yards behind, Kreisler, Anon, Apex, Black Wattle 24, Krina 36, Whakatana 60.

AVIATION HANDICAP, two miles.— Dolores, Lady Fan limit, Wild Hebe 12 yards behind, Audobell, Nourmahai 24, Western Voyage 36, Clonmel, Tonic 48, Duke Bingen, Bingen Star 60, Cannonball, Nighboru 72, Bonny Spec 108.

STEWARDS’ HANDICAP, one mile and a quarter. —Trimmer, Firpo, Downcast, Granite City, Kotuku Jack, Linkman, Travis A-worthy limit, Athalone, Genuine 12 yards behind, Golden Bubbles, Harvest Child, Fight Ever, Zenith 24, Final McKinney, Maiwhariti 36, Western King, Quality, Epigram, Dundas Boy 48.

RAILWAY HANDICAP, one- mile — St. Bridget, Albert Logan, Lens, Bing Boy limit, Bob Logan, Hector’s Own, Firpo, Dick Logan, Succession, Rey Logan 12 yards behind, Acre, Billy Sea Macaranda, Darknite 24, High Jinks, Lingfield 36, Mate o’ Mine, Auguste Dillon 48.

AU REVOIR HANDICAP, one mile.— Sahib, Trimmer, Downcast, Granite City, Kotuku Jack limit, Wharepiana, Chef 12 yards behind, Logan Holme, Brentlo-J. Steel All 24, Bessie Logan, Golden Devon 36, Quality, Logan wood 48.