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Taranaki Daily News, 6 February 1919, Page 7

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T.J.C. AUTUMN MEETING. A SUCCESSFUL GATHERING AFTERGLOW WINS CUP. Judging by the success that attended the opening day, the predictions that have been made that the present autumn meeting would establish a record in the history of the Taranaki Jockey Club seems certain to be realised. Favored by fine weather, a record crowd assembled, visitors from all. parts of the North Island being present, ai;d the scenes during the running of the races and in front of the totalisator were particularly animated. The course proper was in good order, though naturally after the wet summer the sting was out of the ground. The surroundings and the appointments were: looking attractive, the well-trimmed lawns, interspersed with bright flower beds, being a tribute to the care Df Mr. Blewman, the custodian, and forming a fitting back-ground to the many beautiful dresses worn by the fair sex, and the more sombre garb of their escorts. Racing throughout was very interestmg, ..the fields being good, and the dispatches by Mr. C. O'Connor of his usual high": order. Mr. J. R. L. Stanford occupie<J' the judge's box, and though some of the finishes were very close—a tribute to the handicapper's adjustments—the numbers were hoisted promptly and correctly. Mr. McMahon, stipendiary steward, kept a keen eye on the running, and ae, a result of his observation an inquiry was hejti into some happenings at the back of the" course during the running of the Flying Handicap. Several jockeys were examined, but the inquiry is not yet completed. An inquiry was also held in connection with the false start in the hurdle race, and the riders of the three horses that completed a circuit were cautioned. The totalisator had a busy day under the supervision of Mr. O'Callaghan, the sum of £26,541 being passed through, as compared with £25,704 for the corresponding day of last year—an increase of £837. This increase would have been much greater but for the fact that a lot of money was shut out on each race. This shutting out was due to a certaSQ extent to there being too few windows to cope with the investments, but also largely to the habit that patrons have acquired of waiting until the last moment to make their investments. Mr. Keleher, chief Government supervisor, was present. I In order to cope with the additional crowd to-day it has been decided to temporarily do away with the 10s. windows inside. This will enable more £1 windows and more pay-out windows to be provided, and if patrons will only invest early no money should be shut out. The big raee went to Mr. G. W. Greenwood's Afterglow, who won by a narrow margin from Ladoguer—another visiting horse. The time—2 minutes 13 seconds —was the slowest in the history of the race. Croesus won the Hying Handicap, and was accorded a great ovation for his sterling performance, as also was Mr. A. Alexander's filly Silver Link for carrying her impost of lOst 41b, to victory in the Juvenile Handicap. The Hon. 0. Samuel (patron), Mr. Newton King (president) and Mr. L. A. Nolan (chairman of committee) were assiduous in attending to the comfort of patrons. The Citizens' Band, under Bandmaster McLeod, played a fine programme of music, the items including: Quickstep, "The Contemptibles" (Leo Stanley); suite, "Star of the Ball" (Bordogoi), selection, "Gems of Scotia" (Round); intermezzo, "The Chirpers" (arr. McLeod); march, "II Cavaliere" (Middleton); overture, "Echoes of the Mississippi" (Rimmer); selection, "Hibernian Melodies," (Greenwood); lancers, "Army and Navy' 1 (Newton); cornet solo, "Coming Home" (arr. McLeod); march, "Machine Gun Guards" (Marschall); "God Save the King." In addition a number of request items were rendered. Mr. A. Wooller had charge of the refreshment booth; Mrs. May, the tea kiosk; Mr. E. Whittle, the refreshment booth, and all appeared to do good business. The results were as follows: Details of racing:— WAITARA HACK HURDLES, of 160 sovs., second horse 25 sovs. and third horse 10 sovs. from the Stake; one mile and a half and 100 yards, "i Messrs Slattery and Lile's b g Paraoa, aged, by King Rufus—The Boyne, 11.8 (J. Tilsey) 1 1 Mr. E. George's b m Golden Grafton, (*. years, by Lord Grafton—Golden Eagle, 11.4 (Tutchen) 2 .1 Mr. L. Wemmick's b g Polthogue, 5 years, by Patronus—Sylvia Park mare, 10.8 - (A, Wai'd) 3 Also started: 2 Zela, 9.5 (E. Copesta^e); C Speedwell Mac, 9.5 (W. WoolaDonald); 8 Master Webster, 9.0 (J. Kaan); 7 Bona Dea, 9.0 (H. Campbell), v Winner trained by R. Barlow. Gunwale was the only defection, and of the eight that faced the barrier Golden Grafton was made a warm favorite. There was trouble at the start, Bona Dea losing her rider. After a false start, in which Golden Grafton and Bona Dea .were left, and White Stockings, Speedwell Mac, and Master Webster completed a circuit, the field were despatched, Bona Dea being again left and taking no part in the race. White Stockings was the first to show out, followed by Speedwell Mac and Master Webster. Speedwell Mac took the lead at the stand, but struck hard, making a good recovery, though the mistake cost him his position. White Stockings and Master Webster held the lead to the back, when Paraoa went to the front. Golden Grafton moved up fast, and was close up to the leader on entering the straight. In the rum.home Paraoa stalled off a hot challenge from the favorite and won by half a length. Polthogue was six lengths away third, and Master Webster fourth. Time, 2min. 59sec. | JUVENILE'HANDICAP, of 250 sovs., second horse 35 sovs. and third horse 15 sovs. from the stakes; five furlongs. 1 Mr. A. Alexander's brf Silver Link, 3 years, by Achilles—Secret Link, 10.4 (H. Gray) J 3 Mr. R. E. Laurent's blkg Passin' Through, 2 vears, by Guianforte— Iseult, 7.5 (E. Reed) 2 4 Mr. J. Goring-JohnstonV b f Cherry Mart, 3 years, by Birkenhead— Martia, 8.7 <R. Reed) 3 Also started: 6 Princess Charming, 7.5 (McCarten); 7 Mort Avis, 7.94 in°4Jlb over (N. K. McDonell); 2 Restful, 7.4 (Bagby), 8 Esthonia, 7.(1 inc. 41b over. (Ayres); 5 Empyrean 7.0 (Morris); 9 Queen' Victoria, 7.0 (Cook). Winner trained by W. V 'untie. Arch Salute waa the only withdrawal. Silver Link, despite her heavy impost, was ma£« a hot order and justified pub-

lic confidence by hopping to the front from a good start and winning easily by over two lengths. There was a good fight for second place. Princess Charming was runner-up, followed by Cherry Mart and Passin' Through. Cherry Mart soon run into second place, but in the run home was beaten by Passin' Through. Restful was fourth' and Princess Charming fifth. Time, lmin. 3 1-5 see. TIMARU HACK HANDICAP, of 120 sovs., second horse 15 sovs. and third horse 5 sovs.; six furlongs. 1 Mr. Herbert's eh f Philomela, 3 years, by Bezonian—Philomel, 7.10 inc. lib over. (H. Gray) 1 2 Mr. C. Elmer's eh m Metallum, 4 years, by All Black—Winning Post, 7.4 (Morris) 2 5 Mr, J. Dwyer's bm Nemaline, 4 years, by Husbandman—Nora Paul, 7.11 (R. Reed) 3 Also started: 4 Royal Park, 9.4 (B. Deeley); 3 Carmel Arch, 8.11 (W. Price); 6 Clavis, 7.7 (N. K. McDonell), 7 Cadet, 7.0 (Bagby). Winner trained by IT. Telford. There were four defections. Of the seven remaining Philomela was made a warm order, Metallum also having solid following. From an even despatch Metallum was the first in show up, with Nemaline and Philomela ilose handy; then followed Carmel Arch. The three leaders entered the straight practically on terms, but Philomela, nicely ridden by Gray, won by half a length from Metallum, with Nemaline third and Royal Park fourth. Time, lmin. 15 3-5 sec. TARANAKI CUP HANDICAP, of 000 sovs., second horse 70 sovs. and third horse 30 sovs. from the stakes; one and a quarter miles. 4 Mr. G. D. Greenwood's brf Afterglow, 3 years, by Demosthenes —Sunglow, 7.0 (Mackay) 1 2 Mr. L. McKenzie's bg ladogeur, aged, bv Sir Laddo —Voltegeur mare, 8.3 (B." Morris) 2 5 Mr. R. Barlow's b h Depredation, « years, by Campfire—Gosling, 8.2 (R. Reed) 3 Also started: 3 Form Up, 7.9 (Deeley); 1 Dingle, 7.10J inc. lilb over. (Gray); 0 Fire Cloud, 7 1J inc. BJlb over. (McCarten). Winner trained by R. J. Mason. Rewi Poto, Henry Clay, and Bingham were the defections. Of the six who faced the starter Dingle was made a better favorite than Ladogeur. The others, with the exception of Fire Cloud, were all well backed. From a good start Form Up showed out, closely followed by Afterglow and Depredation, with Ladogeur fourth and Fire Cloud whipping in the field. At the back Ladogeur improved his position, and Depredation dropped back. Form Up had had enough at the turn, and Afterglow led into the straight from Ladogeur, and in a great run home the leader maintained his position and won by a neck, with Depredation, who had come again, half a length away third. Form Up was fourth; Dingle, who was never conspicuous in the race, fifth; and Fire Cloud last, some distance away. Time, 2min. 13sec. PREVIOUS WINNERS.

Prior to 1890 the distance was two miles; from 1891 to 1907 It was one mlla and a half; the present distance Is one mllo and a quarter, MIMI WELTER HANDICAP, of 150 sovs., second horse 20 sovs., and third horse 10 aovs. from the stakes; one mile and 110 yards. 7 Mr. H. W. Brown's br m Loyal Arch, 6 years, by Marble Arch—Minnie, 8.13 (B. Deeley) 1 1 Mr. J. K. Jackson's bm Kiltess, aged, by Finland—Mi3s Lochiel, 8.0 P. Bra'dy|) 2 2 Mr. J. George's bg Alteration, 5 years, by Elevation—Eduam, 9.2 (H. Gray) 3 Also started: 2 Marqueteur, 8.11 (C. Price), 4 Paddington Green, 8.5 (L. Morris) ; 6 Jiu Jitsu, 8.0 (McCarten); 5 Gipsy Gem, 8.0 (B. Morris). Winner trained by H. Eva. The two top-weights were scratched, and of the seven remaining Kiltess was made a better favorite than Marqueteur, the pair carrying half the total. From the start, Gipsy Gem and Loyal Arch were prominent, followed by Paddington Green and Jiu Jitsu, Loyal Arch soon went to the front, with Kiltess close handy, and this pair led into the straight, Loyal Arch winning by half a length, with Alteration third, 1% lengths away, Paddington Green being fourth and Marqueteur fifth. Time, lmin. 50 2-ssec. FLYING HANDICAP, of 250 sovs., second horse 30 sovs. and third 20 sovs. from the stakes; six furlongs. 2 Mr. G. F. Hardy's b g Croesus, aged, by Royal Fusilier—Aurarius, 9,13 (B. Morris) 1 7 Mr. G. Larcom's brg Royal Chef, aged, bv Coronet—Cuisine, 7.8 (N. K. McDonell) 2 1 Mr. Herbert's 80-Peep, 3 years, by Bezonian—Shepherdess, 8.7 (H. Gray) 3 Also started: 3 Inah, 8.4 (h. Morris); 5 Birkenvale, 7.13 (R. Reed); 7 Starengo, 7.12 (T. Rayner); 9 Simonides, 7.12 (E. Reed); 0 Madam Ristori,,7.9J inc. lilb over. (Deeley), 10 Cyrisian. 7.5 (McCarten); 4 Movement, 6,13 inc. 31b over. (Bagby) Winner trained by J. V. McCraeken. All carded fnced the barrier. 80-Peep, with Gray up, was made favorite,

Croesus being next in demand. Inah, Movement, and Birkenvale were also fancied, Prom a good start Inah was first to show out, followed by Croesus and Royal Chef. After a few chains Croesus drew level with Inah, who, however, forged ahead again, and the order at the back was Inah, with Croesus close up; then came Royal Chef, Movement, and 80-Peep. The order was unchanged at the home turn. There was a great run home. The top-weight put in a great challenge that could not be stemmed, and, running strongly, won by a head from the little favored Royal Chef, who beat 80-Peep by a neck. Inah was close up fourth. Time, lmin. 14 3-ssec. OKATO HACK HANDICAP, of 120 sovs., second 15 sovs. and third 5 sovs.; 1 mile 110 yards. 1 Mr. J. V. McCraeken's b or br c First Salute, 3 years, by Marble Arch — Salute, 8.7 (McCarten) 1 2 Mr. F. Hoskins' brg Tiranga, 5 years, by Coronet—Tarina, 8.2 (Nodder) 2 3 Mr. J. Harle's bm Robur, 6 years, by Rokeby—Tea Cup, 9.0 (Deeley) 3 Also started: 4 Trombone, 8.3 (McDonell); 0 Cora Ora, 8.3 (Johnson); 5 White Ranger, 7.1 with alb allow. (Cook), 7 Spinifcii 7.0 with 51b allow. (A. McCormack). Winner trained by owner. Guianform was the only defection. First Salute was established favorite, Tiranga and Robur being in good demand. From a good start Tiranga went to the front, followed by Trombone, White Ranger, and First Salute, with Cora Ora last. At the back First Salute improved his position, whilst Robur went into third position. Turning for home the position was Tiranga, First Salute and Robur. In a fine run home l the favorite snatched the victory by a neck, with Robur two lengths away third and Trombone fourth. Time, lmin. 50 3-5 see. MOTUROA ELECTRIC (hack), of 120 sovs., second horse 15 sovs., and third 5 sovs. from the stakes; five furlongs; weight 8.0. 13 Mr. Newton King's b g Hallow, 3 years, by Hallowmass—White Crane, [ (H. Gray) 1 7 Mr. J. Frederic's brg Halcyon, 3 years, by Hallowmass—AxmisfSce, (P. Brady) ..• ,2 1 Mr. Herbert's br f Cotillion, 3 years, by Bezonian—Strathspey (R. Reed) 3 Also started: 9 Cheer Up (H. Campbell), 2 Tirairaka (E. Reed), 7 Huipoto (Henderson), 14 Reopai (Johnson, 41b over.), 12 Big Push (McDonell), 15 CircuI late (L. Malison), 5 Some Boy (Nodder), 4 Arch Salute (McCarten), 10 Squireen (Ayres), 6 Elevant (Morris), 11 Prince Formby (W. Price, ljlb over.), 17 Encircle (T. Bayner), 13 Lady Leo (Macikay) 10 Anserine (S. Reed). Winner trained by E. George. There were six defections, seventeen facing the barrier. Of these Cotillion was made favorite, Tirairaka and Hallow being next in demand, the others being accorded poor support. Circulate, who was led in the preliminary, broke away from her boy and was captured by a ! bystander, Mr. A. Davy, of Stratford, who mounted her, after which she bolted twice around the course and took no part in the race. From a good despatch Hallow was first to show out, but soon gave place to Reopai. A little later i Gray went to the front on Hallow and was never headed, winning comfortably by several lengths from Halcyon, who beat the favorite by a length for second place. Arch Salute was fourth. Time, lmin. 4sec. SECOND DAY'S ACCEPTANCES. Though the attendance yesterday was a record, it is sure to be still further augmented to-day, in view of the almost certain meeting of the two champions, Desert Gold and Gloaming. Their respective merits are the sole topic of conversation, and each will have a solid following. Croesus and Silver Link will also compete in the Stakes, and there are to be found many who hold the view that the local mare will extend the cracks. Good acceptances have been received in the other events, and another interesting day's racing is promised. Following are the acceptances:— OKOKE HURDLES, 1J miles 100 yards—Paraoa 12.8, Golden Grafton 11.12, Starengo 10.12, Polthogue 10.10, Zela 9.3, Speedwell Mac 9.0, Master Webster 9.0. GRANDSTAND HANDICAP-80-Peep 90, Inah 8.11, Royal Chef 8.4, Simonides 8.2, Movement 7.3, Cherry Mart 7.0, Metallum >6.7. OMATA HACK HANDICAP—RoyaI Park 9.2, Carmel Arch 8.9, Philomela 8.8, Hallow 8.1, Nemaline 7.13, Metallum 7.10, White Ranger 7.4, Tirairaka 7.0, Prince Formby 7.0. FAREWELL HANDICAP, six furlongs —Bo-Peep 9.0, Royal Chef 8.4, Birkenvale 8.3, Madam Bistori 7.12, Cyrisian 7.4, Movement 7.3, Gipsy Gem C.7. PAUL MEMORIAL, nine furlongs.— Ladogeur 9.0, Depredation 8.7, Form Up 7.12, Dingle 7.12, Loyal Arch 7.11, Alteration 7,5, Kiltess 7.0, Paddington Green 6.7, Jiu Jitsu 0.7. KAWAU HACK HANDICAP, 1 mile 110 yards.—First Salute 9.3, Robur 9.2, Tiranga 8.7, Cora Ora 8.2, Trombone 8.1, Clavis 7.4, Simon 7.0, Trench Wheel 7.0. URENUI ELECTRIC, five furlongs.Cotillion, Fuliea, Restful, Halcyon, Cheer Up Bisognio, Reopai, Big Push, Circulate, Some Boy, Arch Salute, Morrimata, Squireen, Elevant, Cadet, Rifle Fire, Te Toa, Encircle, Lady Leo, Anserine. FIFTH TARANAKI STAKES, six furlongs.—Gloaming 9.0, Croesus 9.0, Desert Gold 8.11, Silver Link 8.11. TURF TOPICS. (By "Moturoa") ■ To-day the much-discussed Taranaki Stakes will be the centre of interest, not only of Taranaki sportsmen, but of followers of racing throughout New Zealand and Australia. Desert Gold and Gloaming are too well known to require eithev introduction or references, and the sporting public has, no doubt, already formed its opinion of their respective abilities. It is gratifying to know that both champions are in good fettle, and that ihey are to have the services of the Dominion's premier horsemen. It is generally acknowledged that the draw for positions at the barrier will have much to do with the result of the raee, which is a sure indication that the public concedes that, the duel will not only be a great and memorable one as regards two such highclass equines meeting, but that both are such good ones that possibly a little luck may sway the result of the whole contest. Large as was yesterday's attendance, it is certain that an even greater crowd will roll up to-day. In tact, it is inconceivable how any sportsman within reasonable distance of the course could resist the strong inducement

Yr Owner. | Winner. | Wt. Time. 1 I L_ 1876 Mr J. Jackson Opawa 8 4 — 1877 Mr T. Eowe Opawa 9 0 3 55 1878 Mr G. Stockmar Otawa 7 3 3 50 1879 Mr C. Brewer Tolly 7 4 3 48 1880 Mr J. George Resolution 8 3 3 47 1831 Mr It. Wheeler Matau 0 9 3 35 1882 Mr W.Walters Larry 6 13 3 43% 1883 Capt. Russell Leonora 7 2 3 44 1884 Mr A. Standish Normanby 7 13 3 41 1885 Mr J. Marshall 1 Turquoise 8 0 3 46 1886 Mr J. Allwlll 1 Victoria 8 0 3 50 1887 Mr J. Nunn | Rivulet 7 5 3 46 1888 Mr 0. Wright Tamora 6 10 3 44% 1889 Mr Beresford ] Escutcheon 7 7 3 42 1890 Mr R. Burke Dolosa IT 0| 2 432-3 1891 Capt. Russell j Huerfana 6 10 2 42 1892 Mr 1\ Hill | Prestige 7 9. 2 39% 1893 Mr Williamson Tulloch 6 11 2 40 1894 Capt. Russell Noyade 7 8 2 43 1895 Mr-E Calthrop Monte Car 0 7 10 2 40 1896 Mr J. Paul Pom Pom 7 4 2 40 1897 Mr Goddard Angler IT 3| 2 402-3 1898 Mr G. Nicholson Vedette T 2 2 36 1899 Mr R. Piatt Castaahore S 3 2 39% 1900 Mr C. J. Evans Coronet 8 8 2 39 T 10 2 42 1901 Mr F.Watson Battleaie 1902 Mr P. Watson Battleaxe 9 2 2 89 1903 Mr Montgomery Strathavon 8 0 2 39 1904|Mr W. V. Youni Convoy 9 C 2 38 1905 Mr J. George Parltutu 7 0 2 39 1906 Mr J. George Pnrltutu 9 0 2 38 7 2 2 36 1907 Alexander and Glenullin Gray's 1908 Mr H. Eva Uhlando 8 2 2 101-5 1909 Mr S. Messena Waltapu 7 12 2 81-5 1910 Mr J. H. Prosser Lady Medal-j | list IT 13| 2 11 2-5 1911 Mr J. H. Prosser Lady Meda •1 1 list 1 9 111 2 7 3-5 1912 Mr G. Clareburt Lady Men1 1 1913 Trustees late schlkoS T 9f 2 8 3-5 J. Ryan Con the 1, J, , , Shauglirai in T 7 2 8 4-5 1914 Mr J. H. Walter Goldsize T 5| 2 7 2-5 1915 Mr E. Orton Phosphorus 17 212 11 1916 Mr E. .1. Rae Self 6 12 2 9 1917 Mr J. Hawkins Toa Tere |8 912 10 1918 Mr. G. L. Stead Wishful 1 7 12| 2 9 1919 Mr. Greenwood Afterglow |7 0|2 13