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Taranaki Daily News, 5 February 1920, Page 7

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T.J.C. autumn meeting. fIPST DAY'S RESULTS. A SUCCESSFUL'MEETING. SURVEYOR WHS THE CUP. OFFICIALS. President, Hon. 0. Samuel, M.L.C.; vicepresident, Mr. Newton King; committee, Mr. L. A. Nolan (chairman), Messra A. Alexander, E. I'. Blundell, B. H. Chaney, G. Fraser, \V. T. Hookham, Newton King, J.McLeod, \Y. P. Xlcoll, 0. W. Solo, A. K. Standlsh, L. B. Webster, W. C. Weston; stewards, president, chairman of committee, judge and lion, treasurer (ex-offlclo), and Messrs A. Alexander, B. H. Chaney, 0. Fraser, W. T. Hookham, Newton King, J. McLeod, W. I. Newman, F. Orbcll,, A. K. Standlsh, A. McL. Thomson, P. Watson, L. B. Webster, C. H. Weston; judge, Mr. J. R. L. Stanford; starter, Mr. C. O'Connor; timekeeper, Mr. J. Bennett; handicapper, Mr. H. Coyle; ton. surgeon, Dr. Fooliea; hon. vet. surgeons, Mr. R. B. Wood, Mr. E. Mason; hon. derfc of scales, Mr. Ab. Qoldwater; clerk of course, Mr. L. Payne; hon. assistant, Mr. W. P. Nlcoll; hon. treasurer, Mr. W. C. Weston; auditor, Mr. J. S. S. Medley,

The Taranaki Jockey Club's autumn meeting opened at New Plymouth yesterday Tinder ideal conditions and consequently it proved an outstanding success. Perfect summer weather prevailed, and there was a very large attendance, all parts of Taranaki, aa well as outside districts, being well represented. The course and its appointments were in splendid, order, the recent rain being reflected in the green sward, whilst the general appearance of the course was a tribute to the painstaking care of Mr, Blueman, the Club's custodian.

The racing throughout was very interesting. The fields generally were good, whilst the finishes were close. The public apparently had a good day, for while the actual first favorite only scored on three occasions, dividends throughout were very small. The Cup resulted' in a comfortable victory for Surveyor, ridden by H. Gray, who was made a very hot favorite, and fully justified public confidence by scoring in decisive fashion from Karo and Bonnetter, after the latter had made the paco for mosit o£, the journey. The big spurt event fell to Hymestra, who has not done much since returning from Australia, but after laying handy throughout, was taken to the front, by O'Shea at the bend and won comfortably by two lengths. The starting, which was in the capable hands of Mr. C. O'Connor, left nothing to be desired, whilst Mr. R. L. Stanford', in the judge's box, hoisted the winning numbers promptly and correctly. The finishes proved very close and exciting, and were a tribute to the work o'f the handicapper, Mr. H. Coyle. The totalisator staff, under Mr. O'Callaghan, had a busy day, handling £32,343 as compared with £26,541 10a for the flrst dav last February, an increase of £5,801 10s. This is within about £l5O of the record put up at the Christmas meeting, nnrt there is no doubt that the amount would have been considerably increased but for the deletion of the ten shilling totalisator, which precluded many small investors 1 from operating. and naturally did not find favor with that section- However, it is understood that when the comprehensive scheme of improvements is under way provision will be made for a larger totalisator house, thus enabling the ten shilling window to be again instituted.

Mr. Keleher was the Government official in the totalisator house, and everything worked verv smoothly, the faces being got off well to line. Mr. McMahon. Stipendiary Steward, was present, and save for one or two minor inquiries in the hurdle Tace and in the .Tuvenile Handicap, resulting in some of the jockeys in the former being cautioned. he hnd a comparatively easy time. As usual. Mr. E. P. Webster, the Club's capable secretary, had his department right up to the moment, every detail being provided for. Tn the execution of his duties he was assisted by a courteous and efficient set of officials. The Citizens' Band, under Mr. F. WCr. McLeod, was present, and rendered a fine programme of enjovable music, which was much appreciated. The catering, in charge of Mr. Wooller, the afternoon tea kiosk under Mrs. May, the refreshment booth under Mr. Whittle, all did splendid business.

Tho detailed results are as follow: WAITARA HACK HURDLES HANDICAP, of 175 sovs., second 25 sots., and third 15 sovs. from stakes. One mile and a-half and 100 yards. 4—Mr. Harvey Rayner's b. g. Master Mou- ! toa, aged, by Saris—Branta, 10.13 (F. Ness) 1 2—Mr. \V. R. KembalVs b. g. Explorer,. G yrs., by Kenllworth—Kilgour, 11.0 (A. M'Donald) 2 6—Mr. N. Rasmussen's blk. g. Papanut. aged, by Papakura—Nukumai; 10.0 (G. Caddy) 3 'Also started: 1 Munster 10.0 (R. Conway), 3 Toa Tere 10.4 (J. Howden), 7 Toddy 0.0 (L. Hunt), and 5 Fair Paul 9.0, carried 9.3 (A. Ward). Winner trained by A. D. Webster. Ratana and Te Toa were the only defections. Of the seren that facftd the barrier Munster was made favorite, with Explorer and Toa Tere next in demand. Toddy led from the barrier, followed by Fair Paul, who was displaced by Munster, and that was the order past the stand. , Around the back Explorer anl Master Moutoa moved up and the latter ran to the front, and kept the lead to the post, which he passed a length in front of Explorer, with Papanul three lengths further back. Fair Paul was fourth and Toa Tere. who had overreached at the back, fifth. Time 3 mins. 2 sees. At a meeting of the stewards afterwards Caddy (rider of Papanui) was advised to ride with more sting, whilst Howden was cautioned for crossing, which the! stewards considered was unintentional. JUVENILE ELECTRIC HACK, of 250 sovs., second 35 sovs, and third horse 15 sovs. from stake's, Five furlongs. I—Mr. \X. G. Stead's ch. c. Golden Bubble, years, by Absurd—Catchfly, 9.9 (H. Gray) 3 2—Mr. W. R. Kemball's blk. g. Weldone, 2 years, by Tho Welkin—Land Rose, 8 4 |.T. O'Shea) • 2 ; 3—Mr. F. Seiwood's b. g. Income, 3 years, ! by Gulanforte —Pommeroy, 8.5 (K. Hunt) 3 Also started: 8 Generalissimo 7.10 (Gold* flnch), 5 Passln' Through 7.5 (M. McCarLn), 4 Quip 7.1 (A. McCormick), 9 Empyrean 7.0 (P. Cook), 7 Askarl 6.13 (.T. Barry), C Aotearoa G. 13 (carried 7.8) (L. H. Morris), and 10 Stork 6.7 (Leo George). Winner trained by G. Jones. Esthonia and Landslide were tho withdraw' 1 als, leaving ten to face the barrier. Golden i Bubble, with Gray on board, was made a | good favorite, with Weldone and Income next l in dwnaud. The others were little fancied. Tho public judgment was jitsMfled, for Golden Bubble was momentarily out in front, but was : soon replaced by Weldone, and the order at tha ! back was Weldone, Golden Bubble and Income, i This order was maintained to the straight. At the distance Gray, on Golden Bubble, put in his challenge and forged to the front, and though Weldone appeared to bore him out, maintained the premier position and won by A neck, wiih Income two lengths away third. Passin* Through was fourth. An enquiry waa held into the interference with Golden Bubble,. but after hearing evidence the stewards decided that the interferenc I was due to Weldone attempting to savage Golden Bubble. Time, 1 mln. 2 sees. ( SflMI WELTER HANDICAP, of 175 sovs., second horse 25 sovs., third 15 sovs from QM filife UA YAUfe.

2—Mr. IT, E. Good's br. g. Pretty Bobbr, 6 years, by Maniapoto—Pretty Helen, 9 7 (R. Reld) l : 6 Mr. H. G. Hill's br. g. Tiranga, 6 years, ! by Coronet—Tarlna, 8.11 (L. Nodder) 2 5 Goring Johnson's br. f. Ermine, S years, by Martian—Ermengarde, 8.11 (A. Oliver) 3 Also started: 3 Paddlngton Green 9.7 (H. 5 Dingle 8.11 (R. Hunt), and 4 Tirana 8.3 (0. McCarten). » Winner trained by P. Coffey. Perfect Bay was scratched. Of the six starters Ermiho was imade a slightly better favorite than Pretty Bobby, each carrying over four figures. Ermine was first to show out, followed by Tiranga, with Paddlngton lireen lost. This was the order passing the ?L i leaving tho straight Tiranga went to ™ front, Allowed by Tirana and Ermine, whilst Pretty Bobby was last. Tiranga led to the straight, with Tirana second, but, at the distance Pretty Bobby, who had made up considerable ground, came with a great burst on the out3lde and secured the verdict by half a length, with Ermine a length away. Then came Tirana, Paddlngton Green and Dingle last. Time, lmln. 51 l-ssec. TARANAKI CUP HANDICAP, of ?!iOsovs , second 100 sovs. and third 50 sovs. from the stakes. One mile and a quarter. I—Mr. W. G. Stead's ch. m. Surveyor, 3 years, by Nassau—Pedometer; gall (H. Gray) l 3—Mr. G. D. Greenwood' 3 br. m. Karo, 4 years, by Demosthenes—Kantuku; 9.8 (B. Deeley) i' 2 4—Mr. G. h. Stead's ch. m. Bonnetter, 4 years, by Bonifojro—Brayton; J.o (A. Mccormick) 3 Also started: 2 Volo 8.3 (R. Hunt), 7 Hurry Up G. 12, carried 7.4 (M. McCarten), 5 Old Gold 8.7 (S. Anderson), and 6 Rlslngham 6.7, carried 6.8 (J. Barry). Winner trained by G. Jones. Talamai was the only defection. Of the seven that faced tho barrier Surveyor was made a hot order carrying more than twice as much as the next best backed Volo, Karo and Bonnetter being also well backed. Bonnetter was first to show out and quickly established a substantial lead from Hurry Up, with Surveyor and Volo next, Old Gold being caught in the tapes. This was tho order past the stand. Leaving the straight Bonnetter was still out in front with Volo second. Surveyor third and Karo last. At the back Surveyor ran Into second place and moved up to the leader, who turned for home first. But In the nm home Surveyor proved too good, and won by a good length from Karo, who had made a lot of ground and beat Bonnetter by a similar distance. Volo was close up fourth, and Hurry Up fifth. Time, 2mln. 9 l-ssecs.

MOTUROA ELECTRIC HACK, of 150 sovs., second 25 sovs., and third 10 sovs from the stakes. Five furlongs. I—Mr. J. Leepton's blk. g. Flying Master, 4 years, by Sweet Simon—Bellblne; 8 (B. Deeley) 1 2—Mr. R. Barlow's b. g. Valencia, 3 years, by Solfereno—Anita; 8 (H. Gray) ... 2 9—Mr. J. O'Neill's ch. g. Qulrlno, 5 years, by Queen Abbey—Kotlropo;' 8, carried 8.2% (J. O'Shen) 3 Also started: 7 Klko Kikr) 8.0 (Goldfinch), 12 Encircle 8 0 (McDonald), 8 Master Curran 8.0 (H. Tate), 11 Cleeve SO (R. Hunt), 3 Princess Ora 8.0, carried 8.2% (0. McCarten), 4 Vlvirlnl 8.0 (L. H. Morris), 10 Alice Montrose 8.0 (H. Hunt), 6 Rlkl 8.0, carried 8.2 1 /" (E. L. Gordon,), 5 Kellea 8.0 (Nodder), 14 Stelpaul 8.0 (A. McCormick), 13 Grey Gowan 8.0 (C. Carmont). Winner trained by Mr. Gardiner. There were three withdrawals, fourteen facing the barrier. Flying Master was made a bettnr favorite than Valencia, carrying over four figures, and justified public confidence by quickly hitting the front. He maintained the load to the winning post, which ho passed three lenglhs In front of Valencia, who was a similar distance In front of Quinlro. Alice Montrose was fourth, with Master Curran and Rlkl almost lu line next. Time, lmln. 3 2-5 seconds. FLYING HANDICAP, of 300 sovs., second horse 40 sovs, and third 20 sovs. from the slakes. Six furlongs. 2—Mr. W. P.. Kimball's ch. li. Hymestra, 5 years, by Hymettus—Straga; 8.13 (J. O'Shea) I 4—Mr. M. .Williams' br. g. Walmatoa, aged, by Bezonian—Punawal; 9.1 (A. McDonald) I—Mr.1 —Mr. J. HarlPs br. g. Slmonldes, 5 years, by Demosthenes—Gold Thread }- 8.7 , (B. Deeloy) 1 3 Also started: 3 Sasanof (H. Gray), and 3 Madam Rlstorl 7.5 (M. McCarten). Winner trained by W. Hawthorne. Lord Kenllworth and Esthonla were withdrawn, leaving five to face the starter. In a good betting race Slmonldes was made favorite, though Hymestra, Sasanof and Walmatoil also found plenty of support, From an even satrt Slmonldes and Walmatoa struck the front together, with Hymestra lying third, followed by Madam Rlstorl and Sasanof. There was little alteration to the bend, where Hymestra imoved up, and entering tho straight 'in the van, ran home an easy winner bv two lengths from Walmatoa, with Slmonldes a length away, Sasanof was close up fourth, and Madam Rlstorl fifth.' Time, lmln. 14 l-ssees. OKATO HACK HANDICAP, of 150 sovs., second 25 sovs., and third 10 sovs. One mile and 110 .vards. 2—Mr. Harvey Rayner's hlk. g. Fisher, aged, by Maniapoto—Eduan; 7.9 (R. Reed) .. 1 I—Mr. G. L. Stead's br. g. Starland, 3 years, by Nassau—Star Dancer; 9.4 (B. Deeley) 0 6—Messrs Mcßaln and Aagaard's ch. m. Vagruncopiece, 4 years, by Masterpiece—Vagrance; 7.0 (A. McDonald) 3 Also started: 5 Cadet 8.9 (H. Gray), 4 Marshal Neil 7.3, carried 7.8 (L. G. Morris), 3 Mannish 7.0. carried 7.7 (M. McDonald), 8 Haversack 8.10 (J. Barry), and 7 Alhlone 6.10, carried 7.414 (M. McCarten). Winner trained by A. D. Webster. Kllto Kiko was the only withdrawal. Starland was made a very hot order, though Fisher also carried over four figures, and Mannish also carried within a few pounds of that amount. From a good start Fisher was the first to show out, followed by Vngrancepleice and Athlone. This was the position along tho back, where tile field commenced to close up, and Mannish ran into second place. Fisher led Into the straight, and staving off a hot challenge from Starland, who came fast from the ruck, won by a head, Willi Vagranceplece, who had coime again, half a length further away third. Athlone was close up fourUi. Time, lmln. 51 2-ssecs. TIMARU HACK HANDICAP, of 150 sftvs., second 25 sovs., and third 10 sovs. six t'ur- ♦ longs. 2—Mr. J. G. McDonald's, ch. g. Santorini, 4 years, by San Fran—Renown, mare; 7.5 (It. Reed) 1 3—Mr. D. O'Reilly's br. m. Nursing Sister, 3 years, by Solferino—Miss Dalrymple; 8.10 (A. Oliver) 2 I—^ r - W, R. Kemball's b. c. Trespass, 3 years, by Tressady—Totola; 9.0 (J. O'Shea) Also started: 4 Hollow 8.10 (H. Gray), 5 Egmont Park 85, carried 8.0 (F. Cook), 7 Prince Formb.v 8.3, carried 8.0 (R. Mackav), 7 Kllgour 7.10 (M McDonald), 0 Marble Bar 7.7 (A. McCormick), 10 Crystal Palace 7.4. HftWM *.'Jl U. !#*»»!. t PiUf- I®-

rled 7.8% (L. Morris), 12 Cashmere 7.2, carried 6.11 (H. E, Johnson), U Polemic 7.2, carried 6.11 <S. Anderson), IS Mellta 6.7 (P. Montague). Winner trained toy owner. Income, Pasaln' Through and Encircle were the only withdrawals. Of the thirteen to face the barrier Trespass was backed as if he could not lose, carrying more than Santorlnl, Nursing Sister, Hallow and Egmont Park combined. Hallow was first to show out, but only held liride of place momentarily, as Santorini quickly took command, followed by Nursing Slater. Running in fine style, Santorlnf romped home an easy winner by three lengths, the favorite being a length further back. Hallow was fourth, Time, lmin. ,15 l-ssecr».

TO-DAY'S RACES. THE ACCEPTANCES. Excellent acceptances have been received for the second (lay's events and followers of tho sport are assured ot another good day's racing. Detailed acceptances are as follow OKOKE HACK HURDLES, of 1J550V3., Hi miles and 100 yards.—Explorer .11.12, Master Moutoa 11.11, Munster 10.8, Te Toa 10.5, Applaud 9.0, Cheddar, Fair Paul, Toddy 9.0. KAWAU HACK HANDICAP, of ISOsovs., 1 mile and 110 yards—Starland 9.8, Self Alliance 8.10, Income, Cadet 8.8, Fisher 8.0, Crystal Palace, Marshal Neil 7.3, Athloue, Vlviilnl 7.2, Vagranceplece 7.0, Encircle, Haversack 6.7. SIXTH TARANAKI STAKES, of fiOOsovs., 6 furlongs.—Hymestra 9.0, Silver Link 9.0, Golden Bubble 8.7, Ermine 8.4, Aotearoa 8.0, Right and Left 7.0, Askarl 7.0, Stork 6.9, and Quip 0.0. OMATA HACK HANDICAP, of 150sovs., 0 furlongs —Nursing Sister 9.1, Hallow 8.7, Santorlni 8.6, Egmont Park 8.3, Flying Master 7.11, Kllgour, Prodigal 7.8, Marble Bar 7.5, Pasaln' Through 7.4, Lady Paula 7.3, Polemic 7.0, Mellta 6.12, Master Curran 6.9, Rlkl, Kellee 6.7. PAUL MEMORIAL HANDICAP, of 400sovs., 9 furlongs.—Volo, Walmatoa 8.5, Bonnetter, 7.9, Trespass 7.6, Pretty Bobby 7.5. Hurry Up 7.3, Paddlngton Green 6.10, Starland 0.7. NURSERY HANDICAP, of 200sovs., !i furlongs.—Weldone 9.2, Salma 8.10, Askarl 6.12, Stork 6.7. URENUI ELECTRIC HANDICAP, of 150SOVS., 5 furlongs.—Valencia, Banogue, Princess Ora, Cashmere, Alice Montrose, Empyrean, Ranglata, Vlvirlnl, Stelpaul, Hulroa, .Master Curran, Grey Gowan, Quinlro, Mannish (nil 8.7). FAREWELL HANDICAP, of 2Gosovs., 6 furlongs.—Walmatoa 9.4, Slmonldes 8.6, Esthonla 8.1, Trespass 7.5, Rawakore 7.4, Ermine 7.2, Madam Rlstorl 7.0. THE TARANAKI COURSE. LEAVES FROM THE PAST. In his booklet dealing with Taranaki, Will Lanson, poet and author, has this to say of the Taranaki Club's racecourse and meetings:— If the hill path to the left is taken which leads upward from near the sprlng-boaid on tho lake shore, lovers of the beautiful will find themselves walking into an open space of turf, flanked and quartered by tall trees. These are the outskirts of the grounds of the Taranaki Jockey Club. Further on are the white and red buildings and white fences, all in the setting of vivid green turf. No more ideal place for a racecourse could be Imagined. There Is the whole of Pukekura close at hand .to seek quiet In from the gay clamour of the course, and lakes enough to seek oblivion in, If the marked race-card which "the man In the know" gave you, has proved a fraud. The soothing Influence of Pukekura should be very helpful beside a racecourse under such circumstances.

The Taranaki Jockey Club was founded about 1876, and It consolidated into an association various local meetings which were held In a more or less Informal way. In that year the flrst Taranaki Cup race was run, being won by J. W. Jackson's "Opawa." The distance was two miles. The same horse, then owned by T. Rowe, won the 1877 Cup also. The Hack Race In 1870 was won by "Harriet Beach." A horse called "Hurricane" was really flrst past the judge's box, but It appesrs that he ran on the wrong side of a,, post on the way round, and he was disqualified. This shows what a fine course It was, how strictly the rules of racing were Interpreted. The course in those days was near the present one, tho straight being where John Slreot now Is. For a long time tho limits of the course were defined by the boundary of the Borough reserve. Then a portion of the Ctltfleld Estate was acquired and the Club extended Its. course. The late A. Standlsh was the principal owner and breeder for many years. Somo of the other owners and breeders were the late James Paul—he acted lot every capacity In the Club, In his llfolfcme, from president to secretary—W. R. Russell, and Captain Mace. The well-bred gelding Master Curran is advertised for sale. Mr. L. a; Nolan will supply the pedigree.

PREVIOUS WINNERS. Yr. Owner. Winner. Wt. Time. 1876 Mr J. Jackson Opawa 8 4 1877 Mr T. Rowe Opawa 9 (1 3 55 187 S Mr 0. Stockman Otawa 7 3 3 50 1879 Mr C. Brewer Folly 7 4 3 48 1880 Mr J. George Resolution 8 3 3 47 1881 Mr R. Wheeler Matau 6 9 3 35 1882 Mr W. Walters Larry 6 13 3 4354 1883 Capt. Russell Leonora 7 2 3 44 1884 Mr A. Standlsh Normanby 7 13 3 41 1885 Mr J. Marshall Turquoise 8 0 3 46 1886 Mr J. Allwill Victoria 8 0 3 50 1887 Mr J. Nunu Rivulet 7 5 3 46 1888 Mr <?. Wright Tamora 6 10 3 44^4 1889 Mr Beresford Escutcheon 7 7 3 42 1890 Mr R. Burke Dolosa 7 01 2 432-3 1881 Capt. Russell Huerfana 6 10 2 42 1892 Mr F. Hill | Prestige 7 9 2 39?; 1893 Mr Williamson Tulloch G 11 2 40 1894 Capt. Russell Noyade 7 8 2 43 1895 Mr E. Calthrop Monte Carlo 7 10 2 40 1890 Mr J. Paul Pom Pom 7 4 2 40 1897 Mr Goddurd Angler 1 7 3 2 402-3 1898 Mr G. Nicholson Vedette 7 2 2 36 1899 Mr R. Piatt Castashore 8 3 2 39% 1900 Mr C. J. Evans Coronet . 8 8 2 39 1901 Mr P. Watson Battleaxe 7 10 2 42 1902 Mr F, Watson Battleaxe 9 2 2 39 1903 Mr Montgomery Mr W. V. Young Stratharon 8 0 2 39 1904 Convoy 9 e 2 38 1905 Mr J. George Paritutu 7 0 2 39 1906 Mr J. George Parltutu 9 0 2 38 1907 Alexander and Gray's GlenulHn 7 2 2 36 1908 Mr H. Eva Uhlando 8 2 2 101-5 1909 Mr S. Mesaena Wattapu 7 12 2 84-5 1910 Mr J. H. Prosser Lady Medallist 7 131 2 U 2-5 1911 Mr ,T, H. Prosser Lady Medallist 9 11 2 7 3-5 1012 Mr G. Ctareburt Lady Men1913 Trustees late schikoff 7 9 2 8 3-5 .T. Ryan Con the Shaughraur 7 2 9 4-5 1914 Mr .T. H- Walter Goldsize 7 5 2 7 2-5 191.1 Mr E. Orfon Phosphorus 7 2 2 11 1916 Mr E. .1. Rae Self 8 12 2 9 1917 Mr J. Hawkins Toa Tere 8 9 2 1# 1918 Mr. G. L. Stead I Wishful 7 121 2 9 1919 Mr. Greenwood 1 Afterglow I 7 0| 2 13