An Animated Scene

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 768, 14 September 1929, Page 14

An Animated Scene

VISIT TO TE AWAMUTU

Gallopers and Trotters

SPLENDID TRAINING FACILITIES

WITH galloping and trotting candidates in strong force on Thursday morning the Te Awamutu racecourse presented a busy scene. The tracks were in good order and light-harness horses were privileged to work on the outsirk; of the racing circuit, whicli was also used by the majority of the gallopers.

Accepting an invitation from Mr. E. H. Cucksey, owner of the promising ».olt Flying Prince, “Abaydos” found himself at an early hour enjoying the crisp frosty air, in company with several Auckland sportsmen who were also making a trip to the popular Te Awamutu training grounds. With pilot Cucksey at the wheel, and the roads in much improved order, the journey was accomplished in good time. On arrival at the course the party was met by Mr. Dave Walker, who is spending a well-earned holiday in To Awamutu, where he has become, extremely popular with the sporting fraternity. Trainers Loqmb, Stone, Cook, Paul, Junr., and Russell had a

big contingent of gallopers present, while the light-harness brigade was represented by trainers Kennerlev, Broughton. Kdwards and Nicolson/ Youngsters at Work Several two-year-olds were galloped on the course proper, being allowed close in to the rails. One in W Stones care, by Chief Ruler and known as Royal Ruler, reeled off half a mile merrily, showing plenty of promise. Two pairs were dispatched by Frank coomb, and the first brace, Biddy’s Boy and Illuminagh, slipped over four furlongs smartly. They were well together till half a furlong from home, when the former asserted his superiority. Wild Time began smarter than v almarie over a similar journey, and although the latter galloped freely, the former finished best in 52. The Older Brigade Air King strode over six furlongs on the outer strongly, the last four furlongs occupying 51$. Hopping away at the half-mile disc A warn iuiu led fc?ir Kaye till well into the straight. Inhere the latter got to the front in Desert Glow and Arikitoa were associated in a task over seven furlongs, in which the former had the advantage at the post in 1.32. Prodice, who looks a picture, was allowed to run along over six furlongs without any attempt to make time. Flying Prince and Value were responsible for a pleasing display over six furlongs. The colt was slowest to begin, but with a quarter covered in 28 was on terms with the mare. There was nothing separating the pair at the finish, the last half-mile being left behind in 50 3-5, the full journey occupying 1.18 3-5. Pegaway, who is robust and ready to commence more serious duties, was given strong pace work. Jumpers in Action On the inside track a 'couple of hurdles attracted the attention of a few aspirants for lopping honours, and those seen in action gave sound displays. Bert Russell’s pair, Spalpiko and Catonian, were given a couple of circuits at strong pace. The hunter acted as schoolmaster for his younger companion, who showed an aptitude for the business. Catonian appears co have now settled clown in earnest and both galloped and jumped in line style. Another novice jumper in Russell’s charge. Flying Swift, was associated with Oybele in two rounds over the battens. Both gave a high-class lopping exhibition, Flying Swift’s effort being distinctly promising. He is a big customer that will improve with lacing experience. Cybele is in nice shape for future engagements. Among the Trotters •T. J. Kennerley has the large string 1 ’ 10 in commission, and all were j present on the course on Thursday.

although no fast work was allotted any of them. The team consists of Peter Bingen, Kelp, Prince Pedro, Vendome, Rose Bingen, Te Wahia, Cornelian, Nelson Girl, Eleawah and the Our Thorpe—Uniform novice. Peter Bingen, the champion of the herd, is in rare health, and appears to have benefited by his race at Epsom last month. Kelp, on the other hand, lightened up considerably while in Auckland, and the son of Wrack has not done too -well since returning home. Prince Pedro and Vendome are showing signs of the special care being bestowed upon them, while the Petcrwah three-year-old Eleawah, is furnishing into jj, nice filly. Cornelian, who has been enjoying a good holiday, looks hale and hearty, and the daughter of Author Dillon may this season turn out a solid proposition. The trainer himself. who is more than ever pleased with his new surroundings, finds, the bracing Te Awamutu air acting in a most beneficial manner on his health. A Useful Contingent Having brought Andover and Hal Chimes in again, “Darkie” Broughton is getting busy. Both pacers have wintered well and are ready to tackle the season’s duties and later prove their worth on the race track. Andover was given strong work on Thursday unhoppled, and proved himself a bold pacer without the gear. Don Wildman is getting into shape, although he is hardly likely to ready the high plane of his brother, Don Wild, and The Triumph three-year-old is developing into a hefty sort of young trotter. Joe Edwards is putting Conder Bell through his paces, and in a work-out the other morning infused plenty of vigour into the task. Pie is a bigboned pacer that may not come to hand very quickly. Old Mutu, in the same stable, has taken a fresh lease of life, and looks, as one Te Awamutu enthusiast remarked, “Just like a two-year-old.” Owner Nicolson has Zealous coming along nicely, and the black mare worked pleasingly on Thursday, and judging by her display, she will bo fairly forward for the early fixtures. A. Cook has not done much with the trotter Akenehi since the Auckland benefit fixture. He informed the writer* that the grey mare would not go at all kindly prior to the meeting, but has hopes she will make amends when put into thorough training again. All Well at Loombville A visit was next paid to “Loombville,” the well situated and spacious property of the genial Te Awamutu galloping trainer. Fine, up-to-date stables, kept spic and span, shelter the big team, while there is no shortage of paddock accommodation, and every afternoon each member of the string is given a few hours’ freedom in the

rich pastures. After a tour of inspection round the property, on which several well-bred yearlings were kicking up their heels, the party partook of the hospitality of Mrs. Loomb. and then hit the trail again for Auckland, which was reached in good time after a pleasant and comfortable drive.

For Trentham Toxeuma, at Greenmeadows, is giving every satisfaction. He will race at Hastings and Napier and then go to Trentham to compete in the Harcourt Cup, which used to be designated the Champion Plate. Chelmsford Stakes Today The following is a list of the entrants for the Chelmsford Stakes (nine furlongs), to be run at Randwick this afternoon: —Limerick, Aussie, Paganelli, Bright Glow, Jaleux, Phar Lap, Oratrix, Concentrate, Nedda, Mollison, Amounis, Winalot, Valparaiso, Reonui, Crucis. Goldminer, Woodgera, Comanche, Malayan, Sir Ribble, Black Duchess, Cathmar, Dreanidale, Pentheus, Lorason, Firbolg, Peacemaker, Inducement, Violin Solo, Parkwood, Counter March, Marco March, Toper. Brother to Merry Mint One of the finest-looking horses in work in this district is the three-year-old colt Merry Melody, by Catmint— Merry Roe, therefore a full-brother to Merry Mint (says the Hawke’s Bay “Tribune”). As a two-year-old lie was given every chance, and was only raced in the autumn on a few occasions. Exceptionally well has he done of late, and his track work at present points to him doubly repaying trainer W. Griffiths for the great patience he has taken witli this handsome colt. Riccarton Notes

Mr. G. D. Greenwood's Australian - bred two-year-old Ozone, by Saltash from Aries, is on the easy list. He showed some promise in a few early sprints at Riccarton, but lie is a big fellow’ who should be benefited by time, and apparently a patient policy is to be pursued with him, as he i.s to be reserved for the autumn. His stablemate. Praise, by Limond from Eulogy, remains in work, but her tasks are of a light description at present. Gold Tinge for Dunedin Guineas Space was booked for Gold Tinge on the Sydney steamer from ton yesterday, but, as previously announced, the connections, of the PaperMoney gelding- have decided to cancel the trip. Gold Tinge’s mission this spring will be the Dunedin Guineas, and he will remain in W. J. Tomkinson’s stable at Addington. All Show Promise When Mr. A. B. Williams purchased the English mare Cymene for 2.250 guineas, she had a foal at foot by Limond, and was in foal to Limond. The youngster is identical with the two-year-old Cylinder, in J. 11. Jefferd’s team, who is selected as a. likely candidate for the Avondale Stakes. Cymene’s second production for her new owner was also a colt, and he is at present at Hororata. Cymene missed last term and is to visit Hunting Song this season.