One-Day Meeting at Marlborough

Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 602, 2 March 1929, Page 11

One-Day Meeting at Marlborough

EASY WIN TWO OUTSIDERS SCORE Press Association BLENHEIM, Friday. Tile Marlborough Trotting Club’s meeting was held to-day in tine weather. There was an excellent attendance and the totalisator handled ResuJ ts were: ~^. r * a 1 Handicap, li miles i , w’pone J A. C .?W s A n f U 1 Hardiness, limit’ • , ’ ,e ’ -• ~ Radiola, J. O'Brien j 4] S n 7-ainuCr Ce H7 * Mta half Time 3°3« T tWO and a ‘ lavm W ir,mt andi = i P-' li miles—B HaMini,; A eft £ les > 1: 4 Peter McBii) ’ ;Lj - Redmond, 2; 5 Billy rh 10 lengths. Time, 3.46 1-5. mile^ r oro Handicap. i»f £225; 2 lte'y a^ e " a^ dl ' k^i d ijT^a"*ean.°2T e 3 n ßed F. Berkett. 3. Also started: 7 -K-tanna, 6 Jupiter, 1 Hostess, 4 Halmore '\°h by, 10 lengths. Time. 4.45 1-5 Waterlea Handicap. 11 miles—2 Castle ?r h a nes - 52 ?, ds ' E. Wells, 1; 3 Fair Bad, r V, 0 c,ive 36yds. B. J. Berkett, 3. Also started: 4 Althorpe, Time ft |M a ( e r Jasper. Won by a length. Ladies’ Bracelet. miles—4 Chancellor Wilkes, limit, L. F. Berkett. 3; 3 Koleraine, 12yds, owner, 2: 2 Humming L?’37 1 • pit, owner, 3. Also started: 5 Glhe. liOgan Way, 7 Sweet Kathleen, 1 Hardines and Belle o' IVTine (coupled), n W aipuki * Won b Y half a length. Time, President’s Handicap, 2 miles— 2 Ando Spray, 60yds, S. Eagan. 1; 6 Fille de Ballin, 108yds, L. F. Berkett, 2; 3 Bingen Spiers, limit, A. J. Corrigan, 3. Also started: 7 Hester Audubon, 1 Altonbrook, 4 Tidewater, 5 Westwood. Won bv one length. Time, 5.3 1-5. Dash Handicap. 1 mile—l Royal Comrade, 12yds, owner, 1; 2 Red Rey, 36vds, L. F. Berkett, 2; 5 Kyanna. 24yds, owner, 3. Also started: 4 Castle Chimes, 3 Hostess. Won by two lengths. Time, Farewell Handicap, 1} miles—6 Fair Lad. 24yds. owner, 1; 1 Star of Hope, 24yds, D. Bennejtt, 2; 4 Wakefield, 36yds, T. Nyham,' 3. Also started: S Humming Bird, 2 Althorpe, 3 Mary Brown, 7 Drift Wave, 5 Clive Bell. Won by a length. Time, 2. 54 3-5. APATHY DEPRECATED OWNERS’ AND TRAINERS’ ASSOCIATION SECRETARY SHOWS FIGHTING SPIRIT The apathy of owners, breeders and trainers in the Auckland Province to their own Interests in the general advancement of the sport and the conditions appertaining to its control was demonstrated on Tuesday evening by the meagre attendance at the meeting of the association, and unless more interest is taken in the question the organisation is doomed. After waiting half an hour beyond the appointed hour for the commencement of business, the faithful few to answer the roll call were Messrs. A. E. Adams (Te Awamutu), T. Brady (Tamaki), W. Collins, T. Roe, J. Simkin, F. Young (Mangere), L. McMahon, J. Stirling and secretary Knight. An opology was received from Mr. H. Kinnimont. Mr. W. Collins was voted to the chair and in opening the meeting said the meagre attendance looked as if the association was a “wasfi-out.” It had been the intention of the old committee to resign and have new officers appointed. Reports from members of executive showed that 60 names had been listed for membership. Yet they could only get nine to attend the meeting, and the majority of those were from a distance. It was certainly disheartening to those who were trying to carry on the work which was of benefit to the whole. He thought there was a mistaken idea in some quarters that the organisation would be against the interests of clubs, but one of the main aims was to render assistance to clubs on important questions. , The poor response that evening convinced him that many who were agreeable to be in the association did not want to be found taking any part in the management of its affairs. It was a case of “running with the hare and hunting with the hounds.” Much as he regretted it, the chairman said, it

looked as if the organisation should be wound up. If any members later felt energetic enough to make another effort to revive the movement they could do so. He was pleased to see reporters present from The Sun and “Referee” and the thanks of the executive was due to the representative of the former for his staunch advocacy of the organisation.

Mr. Simkin was of the opinion that if the great majority of those connected with the sport, who would reap the benefits from the association’s work could not be induced to support the movement, and take sufficient interest in its welfare, it was useless a handful attempting to carry on the business. He recognised that the organisation was well worth while and could do good work, but the committee should have better support.

Mr. A. E. Adams would be sorry to see the project abandoned and thought a final effort should be made to arouse enthusiasm among the trotting fraternity. Practically every one interested in the sport in his district had agreed to become members of the association. In his opinion the whole difficulty appeared to be to get an active central committee to undertake the work pertaining to the organisation. There was no doubt the members' roll would increase to large numbers, but what was required was a strong working committee in Auckland that could attend to the various questions arising from time to time.

Mr. Knight said the struggle had been a hard one for some time, but a few stalwarts had kept the association alive, and good work had been done with country clubs. The organisation had latterly received recognition from the majority of clubs throughout the North, as the latter recognised the association was out to co-operate with them for the progress and welfare of the sport generally. To the Last Ditch

J-le did not favour the idea of abandonment, and if he could get the assistance of one or two local enthusiasts he was prepared to make another effort to have the organisation placed

on a sound footing. "I will.” said the secretary, “fight to the last ditch.”

He thought the poor attendance may be attributable to owners and trainers being busy on the eve of the racing, and he had not circularised members about the meeting. An advertisement had been inserted in the Auckland daily papers, but The Sun was the only one to draw special attention to it. The trotting writer in that journal had several times made strong advocacy for support of the project and the executive appreciated the assistance given in that direction.

A Voice: The others will not forget to collect the advertising account. (Laughter.) Mr. T. Roe thought it was hopeless attempting to continue along present lines. It was always left to a few to do all the work and yet those who took no interest in the association received any benefits that were derived. With so many owners and trainers connected with the sport in Auckland, the meeting room should have been crowded.

A Member: Notify them there will be refreshments after the business concludes and that may prove a drawcard. (Laughter.) A suggestion, that in the event of it being found inadvisable to carry on, the association amalgamate or link up with the Canterbury organisation, did not find favour, it being pointed out that questions of local import would not be taken up by the Southern executive with much hope of success. “Anything required for the welfare of the game locally should be fought off our own bat,” wisely remarked the secretary. Mr. Stirling favoured making another attempt to organise the society, although it was really difficult to see what line of action could be taken to arouse members from their apathetic state. The secretary was showing fine spirit, and he felt sure all appreciated his desire to make a success of the undertaking. (Hear, hear.) If there was a large membership of financial members, a central committee could surely be found to do the work.

After further discussion, mainly of a conversational nature, Mr. J. Simkin suggested calling another meeting to definitely decide whether the association was to sink or swim. The secretary could circularise members pointing out the purpose for which the meeting was called, making it clear this was the final appeal. If the response was no more encouraging than at present, then wind up the organisation. On the motion of the speaker, seconded by Mr. Adams, this course was adopted.

Mr. Knight agreed to get in touch with members of the committee who were not present, and he felt sure some of them at any rate would assist in trying to get more interest taken in the movement. There was a good deal of work to be done, and if the organisation was placed on a solid footing it would have a better standing in approaching higher authorities. It was finally decided to hold the special meeting on Tuesday, March 19, and the business concluded with a compliment to the chairman, who expressed the hope that there would be a more liberal response to the call.

MANAWATU TROTS THE HANDICAPS Press Association The following are the Manawatu Trotting Club’s handicaps: BADIES’ BRACELET, Ot £BS; 3.45 class; li miles.

TROTTING FIXTURES Waikato T.C.—March 2. Timaru T.C.—March 9. Wyndham T.C.—March 13. Manawatu T.C.—March 13. New Brighton T.C.—March 16. Thames T.C.—March 23. Cheviot T.C.—March 25. Takaka T.C.—March 30. Hawera T.C.—March 30, April 1.

LIVE-WIRE METHODS SCHEDULE PREPARED EARLY CAMBRIDGE CLUB’S ENTERPRISE The tardiness of some clubs in getting out their trotting programme is not reflected in the case of the Cambridge organisation, and while the annual fixture does not loom on the light - harness horizon till May, the card is now ready for publication. The action of the Cambridge caterers for adherents to the popular pastime is a most commendable one and will meet with the hearty approbation of all those who are interested in the sport. Owners and trainers like to know, and are entitled to know just what classes are being arranged for by clubs, as in the event of nothing suitable appearing for their charges they are relieved of the necessity of keeping them on the active list in expectation. It has been a failing with some of the smaller clubs in the North Island to put forward .the schedule at a belated date, thus causing inconvenience to many trainers, but the Cambridge Club has recognised the importance of being early afield. The card—an attractive one—is published fully in today’s issue of The Sun. Attractive Card The principal event is. of course, the Cambridge Cup, of £355, including a handsome and valuable silver trophy, with a 4.42 limit for the two-mile journey. To correspond with the big race, a mile handicap, known as the Farewell, and valued at £IOO, has been included, horses capable of going 2.20 or better being eligible. This race will also suit those who take part in the President’s Handicap (saddle) of £l5O, run over 10 furlongs, with a 2.56 limit.

The improving section is well catered for in the Leamington Handicap IS

miles, 3.43 limit; llautapu Handicap. 11 miles, 3.4 limit; and Stewards’ Handicap, of 13 furlongs, with a 3.37 limitation. The former and latter items have £ 100 attached to them, while the 10-furlong heat is valued at £l5O. The square-gaited fraternity have not been overlooked and the apprentices are given a mile and a-ha If heat of £IOO, limit 3.52. and those of higher degree will have their chance in the Bardowie Handicap, two miles. 4.56 class, worth £2OO.

Such a fine and suitable bill of fare cannot fail to appeal to owners and trainers generally, and when entries close on April 10 it will be found that the lists have filled in a manner that will exceed the expectations of the most sanguine.

The fact that the secretary is again Walter Stopford. Hsq.. is sufficient guarantee that all arrangements will be carried out with method and dispatch for a successful function on May 4.

Lt. Louie Dillon . Lt. Lt. Rita Thorpe . Lt. Lt. olatrice . . . Lt. Daphne yds. bhu. Lt. Gang Awa' . . Von Atholwey Lt. Ambleside . . Bara Gold . . Lt. Indicator . . . Lt. Warspite . - - Lt. Electric Gold Lt. Little Guy . . 24 Lt. Driftwave . • 24 .Jack Huia . . Lt. Trumpeter . . Great Delight 72 Oliver Thorpe Lt. Bonniewah. . • LINTON HANDICAP, Of £9C; .52 class; li miles. Lt. yds. bhd. Lt. Bingen Spiers Lt. Carwood ... Lt. Rangitero . . . 12 Lt. Alton Brook . Lt. Tui Bells . . . 36 Bessie Bingen Lt. Laurier . . . Audo Spray . 72 Lt. Brian Bingen All Bed . . . Lt. Peter Eyre . . Tamahine . . . Some Jazz . . 132 STEWARDS’ HANDICAP, Of £100; 4.43 class; 2 miles. Franz Gana • Lt. yds. bhd. Black Hipon . Lt. Hilltop 12 Richmond Lass Lt. Azelzion .. . . Ambleside . . . Lt. Musical . . . • 12 Warspite . . . Lt. Valamont . .. 24 iVtholwey . . . Lt. Harold Lu • . 36 Lt. Bonniewah . . 36 Blue Pedro . . Lt. Lady Jewel . . 36 Gang Awa’ . Lt. Nellie Parson 36 Lt. Fair Lad . . . 48 Lt. Sailor Boy 48 Lady Author . Lt. Carmel . .. • 48 Little Guy . . Ngahuia . . . Lt. Crusader . . . 48 Lt. Schoolmate . . 48 Great Delight 48 MANAWATU CUP, Of £210 ; 4.46 ; class; 2 miles. Enawah .... Lt. yds. bhd. Great Delight. Lt. Wild Lad .. . 12 Carmel .... Kevin Brae . . Lt. Zella 24 Lt. High Sea . . . 24 Tumatakuri Lt. I 3 eter MeWakefield . . . Lt. Kinney . . . 24 Logan’s Pride Lt. Pearl Coronado S6 L.t Lottie Advance 36 Lt. Krina 36 Cora Tacks . . Lt. Derby Lynn . 48 Lt. Grand Light . 48 Bed Bey . . . Lt. Tiger Salve 96 LONGBUKN HANDICAP, Of £90; 3. .10 class; li miles. Louis Dillon . Lt. Olatrice .... Lt. Driftwave . . . Lt. Dady Author . Lt. Bichmond Lass Lt. Jasper . . . . Lt. Trumpeter . . Lt. yds. bhd. Von Lt. Azelzion . . . 12 Bara Gold . . Lt. Hilltop . . . . 12 Nelsonian . . . Lt. Valamont . 12 lluia Maid . . . Lt. Fliton .... 12 El Direct . . . Lt. Welcome Pearl 24 Nathaniel ... Lt. Our Nancy . . 36 Gang Awa . . Lt. Kevin Brae . . 4S Electric Gold . Lt. Castle Chimes 60 POH ANGINA HANDICAP, Of £100; 3. 57 clas; 13 furlongs. Ngahuia . . . Lt. yds. bhd. Tawa King Lt. Nellie Parson Ambleside .. . Lt. Harold Lu . . 12 Lt. Great Delight 24 Lt. Carmel 24 Lt. Crusader . . . ~4 Blue Pedro . . Lt. Bonniewah . . Oliver Thorpe Lt. Wakefield . . 36 Lt Fair Lad . . Lt. Kevin Brae . . 36 I.t. Schoolmate . . Lt. Nelson Boy . . 48 Speculator. . . PALM E RSTON NORTH HANDICAP, Of £110; 5.0 class; 2 miles. Nelson Girl . . Td. Tui Bells . . . Lt. La Campione . Lt. Laurier .... Lt. May Reta . . . Lt. Peter Eyre . . Lt. Tamahina . .. Lt. Rangitiro . . . Lt. Audo Spray . . yds. bhd. Alton Brook . Lt. Tamahine . . . 12 Canvofl'. . . . Lt. Wild Lad . .. 72 Nelson's Some Jazz . . 96 Request . . . Lt. PR EST DE NT’S HAN DICA P, Of £115; 2.56 class; H miles. Enawah . . .. Lt. Riebore . . .. Lt. Lt. Queen Elizabeth . . . Lt. Royal Comrade Red Rey . . . Lt. Lt. Cora Tacks . . Lt. yds. bhd. Lottie Advance Lt Van Cap . . . 12 Tamatakura Lt. Lady Jewel .. Lt. High Sea . . . 24 Logan’s Pride Lt. Grand Light . 24