THE TURF

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 74, Issue 187, 10 August 1931, Page 4

THE TURF

RACING AT FLEMINGTON AUSTRALIAN STEEPLES. POOR CONTEST PROVIDED Received Aug. 9. 9.40 p.m. AIELBOURNE, Aug. 9. The following is the result of the Australian Steeplechase.— Acceleration (W. Howson) 1, Ancient Mariner j 2, Geurge William 3. Four lengths; neck Time 7mir. H see. Only seven finished. KentOl fell and injured a shoulder. Olina broke down. Bangbang and Welcome stranger fell together. The race was poorlv contested. the field being strung out “like | Brown's cows.” The winner. Accelera- | lion, is owned by a lady .in South Ausj tralia. PREPARING FOR NATIONALS TRAINING AT RICCARTON SATURDAY’S TRACK WORK CHRISTCHURCH, Aug. 8. Thu weather was line to-day for training operations at Ricearton, though cold. An easterly wind made conditions unpleasant for the large crowd of spectators. The outside of the course proper was open, while some schooling was done by hurdlers and steeplechasers in the centre of the course. A lot of useful work was ae- , ■ complished. Kakara did seven furlongs in Iniin. 31 2-ssec, while Riri Hoa covered six furlongs in Imin. 15 l-ssec., finishing well. Lady Pam beat Spearful over six furlongs in .Imin. 20scc. Aleprisant ran seven furlongs in Imin. 2!) 3-ssec., the last half-mile in 51sec. A. light weight was carried, but it. was a good gallop. Lancer and Huntley were companions over a mile in Imin. 47 3-ssec. Irish Chieftain and Chief Light sprinted half a mile in 50 l-ssec. Shatter gave Paquito a start and finished with him after six furlongs in Imin. 18 2-ssec. Cricket Bat beat Babel comfortably over six furlongs in Imin. 18 l-ssec. Pixie Gold sprinted half a mile in 49 4-ssec, a very smart effort. Thurina and Storm Raid worked together over seven furlongs in Imin. 36s.ee . Ramo, Sol wit, and Manetho in that order did five furlongs in Imin. 4scc. Gay Crest and Limited did six furlongs .in Imin. 19 l-sseo. Omeo Pleases. Omeo, Oriflamb, and Night Club set i off for a round of the schooling fences. Night Club fell at the first fence, and ! Omeo showed to more advantage than : Oriflamb over the balance of the circuit. They afterwards galloped a mile i in Imin. -Sisco. Belvoir had Antrim Bird for a mate over half a mile in 51 l-ssec. Belvoir was going well at the end. Palace, Night Guard, Actaeon, and Water Polo were in that order at the end of six furlongs in Imin. 3 2-ssec., a smart gallop, but Palace was receiving a lot of weight from the others. Nukumai gave a smart display, jump- : ing four hurdles. Gustavo and Hounslow did five furlongs in Imin. 5 2-sscc. Rascal and Starshooter were going well throughout a six-furlong gallop in Imin. 18 l-sscc. Sleipner sprinted half a mile in 50 I 4-ssee, finishing well. Sharp Thorn broke away in front of Royal Love, and the pair finished together over seven furlongs, Royal Love registering Imin. 32sec. Nine of Spades and Captain’s Gift jumped four hurdles smartly. Kapuna led Night Club over a circuit. of the steeplechase schooling fences, but was not sent along fast. Membo and Overhaul were associated over four hurdles, both jumping well at a solid pace. Eclair and Tros Sec did seven furlongs in Imin. 32 3-ssec. Dun raven was going better than Jason’s Quest at the end of six furlongs in Imin. ISsec. Cliarnicuso. receiving the weight, was a length in front of Knollmere over seven furlongs in Imin. 30 l-ssee. Abcrfcldy was given a working gallop over a mile. Red Heckle and Jolly Beggar sprinted half a mile up the back. Red Boa drew out from Royal Saxon to finish a mile run in Imin. 45sec. The Quorn and Desert Song occupied Imin. 20 3-ssec over six furlongs. Compris got out in front of Rossferry and Invictus, and led all the way over five furlongs in Imin. 3 l-ssec. Callamart and Gallivanter gave a good display over four hurdles, Ramoses following over the first two, and then pulling up. A Capital Exhibition. Llyn Du, Make Up, and Gucress jumped six hurdles, the first-named pair being together all the way, and giving a capital exhibition, finishing several lengths in front of Guercss, who also jumped well. Wiltshire, Paris, Wako King, and Lucess were among the Grand National candidates who got through useful work on the flat. Noteworthy sprinted half a mile in 51sec., and did it well. On Top, Martian Prince, and Ranelagh finished as named at the end of six furlongs in Imin. 20 3-ssec. On Top was an easy winner. An attempt was made to get Panther to jump the hurdles, but he declined. Ringing Cheer beat Juniper very easily over five furlongs on No. 7 grass in Imin. 4 l-ssec. Mount Boa was going better than Night Maid at any stage of six furlongs. done in Imin. 19 l-sscc. Prince Lu finished ahead of Elude and Quantum at the business end of six furlongs in Imin 18 1-5 sec. He was always going well. Mahora Bolts. While doing trotting exercise on the I track in the middle of the course, Ma.hora, ridden by his trainer, bolted. He was not pulled up until he had gone three times round, when he cooled off. After his escalade there was ftothing wrong with him. Bon Aryan and Dark Prince led from King's Counsel, Copey, and Pangolin in a schooling gallop once round over the fences cn the course proper. The pace was not fast, and all jumped well until the last fence at Cutts’s. Here Bon Aryan pecked badly owing to land-

ing short, and nearly lost his rider. Ccpcy also made a bad jump, but recovered well. King’s Counsel did the usual, for he fell. His rider, A. McDonald, was not hurt. Great Star, carrying 9.0. run seven furlongs in Imin. 3.1 3-sscc., and did it well. Rational 11. and Panther, who were carrying fair weights, pleased by galloping a mile together in Imin. 44 3-5 sec., the first half done in 5.1 see. Cossack Chief and Paris were under a pull while running seven furlongs in Imin. 35scc. Wiltshire and Lucess were the last to work. They were given a Vorking gallop over a mile, and completed their task in Imin. 56 4-ssec. Lucess was sore at the start, but moved freely enough as ho went along. FOXTON JOCKEY CLUB ANNUAL MEETING HELD DISCUSSION OF FINANCES The annual meeting of members of the Foxton Racing Club was held last week, being presided over by Mr W. E. Barber (president). There was an attendance of 24 members. The president, in extending a welcome to members, referred to the loss the club had suffered by the demise during the past year of Messrs A. Brooke-Taylor, L. Robinson, and J. Kebell (Levin). The late Mr Kebbell was one of the original trustees of the racecourse and had taken a keen interest in the club’s affairs right up to the time of his death, and had even attended a meeting just prior to that under great difficulties, said the president. Motions of sympathy were passed to the relatives of the deceased gentlemen. The annual report and balance-sheet were read and adopted. In commenting on the club’s financial position the president said that when the increased taxation was taken into consideration the profit and loss account compared more than favourably with previous years. The club had, nevertheless, been placed in an awkward position, in common with other chibs, by the Government’s increased taxation. To assist its finances during the year it had been found necessary to sell some of the trees around the course. The club had, however, taken steps to replace the trees. The United Sports Association had assisted the club by the loan of £lOO. Mr Woods pointed out that the rates were very high. The president said that the rates were a tremendous rent. The club was unfortunate in having its course situated within the borough. The club had taken the necessary steps to obtain a reduction in rates a short time ago, when a substantial allowance was made. Mr D. Christie said the club would have to take immediate steps toward assisting its finances and he asked if it was intended to follow the Govern ment’s lead and reduce all wages and salaries by ten per cent., and possibly also the stake money. The president said that the committee had already undertaken certain

eeouuiny measures and the stakes were reduced last meeting. Mr K. Bryant suggested that Foxtoa should follow Otaki’s lead—tho members assisting in the conduct of the meeting. By all positions being filled h'i)'” 11 " 17 thC Club CUuld be raved lhe matter was fully discussed and members offered their services voluntarily. It was decided to discuss the matter further at the next committee meeting and, if adopted, to convene a special meeting for tho purpose of selecting volunteers. Mr W. Kirkland submitted a proposal for the introduction of two trotting events each day and tho reversion to eight races a day. Mr Christensen (Oroua Downs), a trotting enthusiast, explained what steps would bo necessary for tho innovation anil guaranteed the club 30 entries and tho stake money if tho suggestion were adopted. It would also be the means of obtaining new members and creating greater interest in tho club, ho said. It was decided to recommend tho suggestion to tho committee for investigation and adoption. The matter of reducing tho subscription from £2 2s to £1 Is was discussed mid did not meet with the approval of members. The following officers were elected unopposed:—President, Mr J. R. Whyte (Tokomaru); president, Mr W. E. Barber; vice-presidents, Messrs It. H. Coley, W. T. Jewell, C. E. Robinson; stewards, Messrs 9. Jackson, W. Kirkland, and M. B. Bergin; auditor, Mr A. Fraser. Mr 11. .Simmons (Mangawhata) made eulogistic reference to tho work of the president. He said that Mr Barber had served the club well over a number of years. Ho expressed tho hope that he would be spared to fill tho position of president for many years to come. His remarks were endorsed by others. Mr Barber thanked tho speakers for their good wishes and said he had been introduced to the Foxffm Club by the patron (Mr Whyte) many years ago, when quite young. He had been elected a steward and in that capacity had served the club until elected to his present position. He extended his sincere thanks tn the stewards and members for their loyal and willing s pport. Mr Barber also extended his congratulations to Mr R. Bryant, whoso horse. Arikira, won the Nolan Cup at the Egmont meeting. Tho trophy, which is a handsome gold cup, was on exhibition and tho president said it was the first occasion on which a local horse had won a gold cup. The accomplishment only wont to show what locally trained horses could do.