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THE

"HONGKONG

TELEGRAPH, FRIDAY,

NOVEMBER 18,

1938.

PROPER RACING WEATHER NOW BEING EXPERIENCED

MOST ANIMALS

GETTING INTO THEIR STRIDE

HONGKONG ST. LEGER IS MAIN EVENT TO-MORROW

(By "Captain Foster")

We are now having proper weather for racing! This was the view expressed at Happy Valley the other morning by a few! prominent owners who claimed that the prospects of their ponies were much brighter than they were at the resumption of the season. Fat, like charity, covers a multitude of faults and the eagerness of trainers to get an animal fit too quickly has been the downfall of many a class pony. Some owners, of course, prefer to go slow until the cool weather sets in and we may now look for ward to seeing a few outsiders coming in to-morrow.

The is set for to-morrow's

long distance classic, the Hongkong SILKYLIGHT

St. Leger confined to China ponies, And there are in addition seven at- tractivo handicap events on the card. First raddling will be rung at the usual time, 1.30 p.m. sharp.

His Excellency the Governor and Lady Nordicote have signified their intention of attending and there is no doubt that the meeting will also be graced by the presence of the the Colony's leading lights

Aporting celebrities. Aporany

and

Eve

SHOULD WIN ST. LEGER

Confusion Bay Only Danger

The Hongkong St. Leger for China ponies has not been able to draw more than a handful of entries and they are Confusion Bay, Elizabeth, Jober, Just In Time and Silkylight.

once given

Silkylight a good thrashing, has been

forced to be a non-combatant owing

LONDON "SNOWSTORM"-Flying mow—and men-as Jimmy Foster, the goal-minder, dives at the feet of attacking forwards during th: Harringay Greyhounds' Rinat praelice for their lee-hockey season now in swing in England.

Silkylight's Owner Snead Wins

In The Colony

Mr. Eric Moller, the well- known Shanghal racing en-

Over His

thusiast and owner of Silky Own Course

light, winner of this year's Derby and Champions, arrived in the Colony yesterday to gether with his son, Mr. R. B. Moller, who rode the pony, to its victories at the annual carnival.

Mr. Moller will be prosent at the races to-morrow to see his pony run in the Hongkong" St. Leger. His son, it is under stood, will take out Silkylight

The Hongkong St. Leger, which is valued $1,000 to the winning owner, celebrates its 13th birthday to-mor- row and without prejudlec, I trust the number "13" will not be an omen to Silkylight's success. It is interest- ing to relate that since the inception of this exclusive ince Dezert Chief, who has

event 1928 a course of 1% miles, Mr. L. Dun- bar's Liberty Bay (1032), Mrs. T. E. Pearce's Trentbridge (1933) and Sir to a stiff shoulder, but the non-entry of Expression Time and Moonlight (1937) Victor Sassoon's Happy

my were the only three China ponies to View was not expected. It is

firm belief that there are only two both Ifongkong

the capture

Derby and the Hongkong St. Leger, but it the issue will be between Confusion claimants for the major event and is to be hoped that Mr. Eric Moller

Bay and Silkylight.

There is no will follow the trall to-morrow. I denying that Mr. Dunbar's candidate is learned that the owner will be

Is a stayer, but it should not be over- present to see the running of his looked that these two aspirants will champion pony,

level terms, each meet to-morrow on lev carrying 150 lbs, whereas in the last auling in the Surrey Handicap Mr. Moller's representative conced-

was ing 16 lbs. Should Silkylight finish behind Confusion Bay, the former in which went round pretty fast and the hot my opinion must be first class clin-mare was certainly made a ker. Jober should fill the third posi- favourite. Tiny Star is looking welli lon, laut I have any doubts that and he should not be neglected in I like those ponies who Elizabeth and Just In Time wili line the betting.

are in the middle of the assessment such os Coronation Day, Dekko, Final Triumph, Golden Cow, Royal Highness and The Leopard, the first nored being my minion.

SHUM CHUN

HANDICAP

Curtain-Raiser For Meeting

The Shum Chun Handicap (first section) for "C" class raters over a mile will be the curtain raiser and the handicapper has asslimed ten China ponies to this section with the inclusion of Harvest View and Na- recently been tional Pride who have demoted from

division. B higher

Both ponies are the top of the tree with 108 lbs. to shoulder and Should Harvest View be able to re- produce a wee bit of his old forin, he should be well up at the Anish. National Pride, I am afraid, is not a miler, but Tampa Bay should be in the limelight over this jaunt and the pony will be ridden by thot astute jockey, Peter Wel. King's Lead, Laughing Girl, Rose-Queen and Sconle View have been kindly treat- ed and the first named is dangerous, Apilus is not yet ready and neither

is Lucky.

up.

AMBERLEY

ABOUT DUE FOR A WIN

Since the inception of this event, only three ponies so far have won both the Derby and the St. Leger. Mr. Moller is particularly anxious Silkylight become the fourth pony to do so,

4

to

sec

MANY STARTERS BUT QUALITY IS LACKING

Newcastle Handicap For Australians

A large field will no doubt be seen

Biggest Money Earner

Among Golfers

White Sulphur Springs,

W. Va, Nov. 11. Sum Snead, leading money winner in the world of professional golf last year, cracked the first jackpot of the winter season here to-day when he won the White Sulphur Springs Open Tournament. Snead returned card of 273 for four rounds over his home town course to win the tourney.

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Ky Laffoon of Chicago took second place with an aggregate of 275, followed by Billy Burke of Florida, Tony Bulla of Chicago, and Sam Byrd of Phliadelphia, all with 277-United Press;

Special Homeside

Soccer Forecast

The following are the special Home Football selections for to-morrow:

Home Winners

Arsenal

Derby

Crewe

Gateshead

Southport Crystal Pal. Swindon

Watford

Rangers

Optional Solections

Everton Rochdale Newport Northampton

ENGLAND WON

“MORALLY”

Oldfield On The Tests

Sydney, Oct. 21. England "morally" won the Ashes, said W. A. Oldfield, former Australian

on his Test wicket-keeper, here from Europe.

"Australia

1

return

ITALIAN SOLDIERS AND SEAFORTHS IN UGLY INCIDENTS

Free Fight In Course Of Soccer Match

Shanghai, Nov. 14.

Ugly incidents followed by a free fight, in which members of the Savoia Grenadiers, The Seaforth Highlanders and members of the general public were injured, marred two of: yesterday's' foot- ball games at the Rececourse. The games concerned in. the incidents were those between the Seaforths and the Savoia in a Reserve Division encounter and the S.F.X. and Savoia, First Divi- sion encounter and the 5.F.X. and Savoia, First Division. As a result of the brawl Mr. A. G. Carnell, refereeing the Reserve Divi- sion game, and Lance-Corporal Smellie of the Seaforths received treatment for multiple wounds, the soldier having sustained a stab injury in the back,

Club

Italian

The Seaforths and Savola match, | won by the S.F.X, Mr. Hill was which was abandoned, had beon escorted to the Recreation marked by rough play during most pavilion, of the game. Towards the final sokliers attempted to enter. Blages of the encounter, at which time the Seaforths were leading 13-1, Mr. Carmell had occasion to warn Sabatini for rough play and for questioning decisions.

KICKED ON THE HEAD

Shortly afterwards, so this player was taking "throw-In," he was cautioned again by the referee, and Instead of of the ball, he

Carnell who, in de

rushed at

the

following which

The North-China Daily News was informed yesterday evening that Mr. Cornell had been taken to the Court- try Hospital where his injuries were treated. He was not delained there, but it is expected that he will have to slay in bed for several days.

DOYLE'S LEGAL

fending himself, knocked the Italian player to Sabutin on the ground Mr. Carnell called for assistance and, while do- ing 50, was kicked on the head. This opened a nasty cut on the re- feree's head.

ground. Holding GUARDIAN IS A

NIGHT-CLUB GIRL

This was a signal for a general melee and, grabbing hold of some corner flags, the Italians invaded the fleld of play, Mr. Carnell being struck several times by these wea-

head pons about the

then

and body.

Seaforth players and spectators

rushed to the referee's assistance and

Still Hitting The Head-Lines

"London, Oct. 20. Most of us wish Jack Doyle would it was during this period that Lance-make up his mind whether he wish-

wera

Corporal Smellle received his wound.

Meanwhile more Grenadiers are to be boxer, singer, or play boy, rived from ground number 2 where but the fact remains that, notwith- the First Division game was in pro-standing his recent defeat at the gress to join in the fight, but the hands of Phillips the Iris heavy- action of some Seaforth N.C.O.s and weight still hits the headlines. men, who escorted Mr. Camell to After the Phillips fight there, was the Mohawk Road medical inspec- | his sudden departure for America, tion room, saved him from further | then his' arrest over monny owing to punishment and the affray finished a previous manager which was set- with the match being abandoned. tled, followed by his arrest a second time by the American authorities on TWO ITALIANS SENt off

charges of illegal entry into Amrei-

the Savola } Ca-

was the S.F.X.

two mlie: post, once round and In, I have come to the conclusion that this į event is going to be a cross-word puzzle and I am sure it will be dif cult to spot the winner. Incident- ally it is the second leg of the daily double and it looks that a big divi- It takes a good dend is in store.

The mathematician to follow the handl-

game between

Now comes the news that Eleanor Grenadiers and capper's line of conduct, but there is

also by incidents, which, Troy, glamorous New York night club girl, who slapped Jack Doyle's one consolation that the event will

marred the Reserve Division game. Ten face a few days ago, has undertaken be ridden by jockeys who have not

however, were not as serious us in There are 15 China ponies assigned

of legal guardian of the won ten races anywhere at any time

minutes from the end, at which time the role to the second section of the Shum

the S.FX. were leading 4-1, Mr. Hill, playboy pugilist so that he may re- and this will no doubt even up mat-

the main ini Chun Handicap-for "C" class over a

the United

States. If Australia was to retain the the referee.sent off Carenza, ters. The ban placed by the Stew-

centro forward. This

She will appeal to the mile, but I do not expect that nil

the Immigration will accept. 1.ke Amberley who

ards on winners of more than $750 Ashes in 1940 her team must be re-Grenadlers'

was followed by protests from the authorities on Ellis Island.

"I'll cite our forthcoming marri- Italian has been consistent in his last two

In stake money has given us plenty organised he sald.

players, culminating in the outings among the places and it looks

of food for thought. However, by

must face the facts sending-oft of Torrico the Grena- age," said Eleanor, "as grounds for that a win is about due to him. Rose Jane is looking extremely well and

own two more Italian players walked off and carn £30 a week. I'm well able We must the field.

to guarantee that Jack won't become should the mare be ridden by En-In the Newcastle Handicap for virtue of his win in Macao, Acme, calmly. New blood is wanted badly. diers centre-half. Shortly after this, my application. I have a steady job

eleven with great success. carnacao, it is a good bet to follow, class Australian ponies over a dis- who will be looked after by K. I. Ip, England has reorganised her

do the same. We must not let sentl- At the end of the game, which was a public charge." It has been represented to me that tance from the two mile post, once has incurred a penalty of 7 lbs. and Peter Wei will be riding Soldier of round and in, but there is a dearth this will obviously hinder his chance. ment interfere with our judgment.

A Great Time is at the

st that National

consider that It will be recalled China, but

that England will have somehow or other the in quality. Cony does not appeal to me as this top of the ladder with the limit lod Guard annexed the Foklen Plate | a a much stronger team when she "Tommy Atkins" appears to be on of 165 lbs. while Brutus and Murray

(confined to novices) in a surprise comes to Australia.

"Hution is a magnificent batsman. the fine side. This is my humble River have each a pull of 5 lbs. opinion; I be wrong. Jungle against the former. Judging by her manner and he was then carrying 145

lbs. To-morrow this bay gelding of He is as good as his figures indicate Jim is

only 153 performance in the Katoomba Handi Yeung Bros, has to tip the scale at and he will make many runs in this weighted with lbs., but the animal seems to be off cap run on October & when the mare 165 lbs. and National Guard (W. K. country. England is formidable in colour. Should he be able to re-finished behind Brutus, I certainly Young) has something to think of both produce his form when he was fancy A Great Time with Needa in Cape Comorin to be ridden by H. are several bowlers who should do

urn the tables

оп the the saddle to second to National Defence In

da Botelho has been in the air as a Treverton's candidate which will be Green Island Handicap (second sec-

"dend

car cert" but my note book tion) Jungle Jim is worth $5 each ridden by Pili, understand. We

rc.. The We not seen much

confirm the confidence. have not seen

of Murray River

I had Dark fair chance. after the recess for she was held pony has

Hazard under consideration before I Lucky Lad (winner of Fremantle

back on account of the great classic. St. Leger), Tornado Star (winner of

But the Fremantle St. Leger has made the trip to Macao, but the run- in the Liuchow the Rooty-Hill Derby) and Griffel

corne and gone, and this little chest-ning of this blackie (who won the Cantala Handicap

nut mare owned by the two talpans Handicap over a mile at Areia Preta with greatest of ease) have all been

of the Hongkong Bank should not last Sunday soon changed my mind and Weaning with Cooper, who was

"Hammond captained England entered for the New Bridge Handi-

a bad gamble to those who are

are third in the said event, looks very very well. He was calmn and cap for "B" class Australian ponics

Tor, I am wit Bag

the worthy substitute. I feel confident collected in all tests without a time over six furlongs and I am sure it

afraid, is on the wane while

does not that the novice Ho Hong-ping does limit. It seemed to inspire him and will be the best race of the meeting.

We are going to have some fun try- 1 $12.

stable companion,

not want my special bouquet, but in bring him to the top. He is almost A comparison of the weights of those Ing to find the first leg of the daily

believe in

long on trip and

fairness to the jockey I must say that who ran in the Cantala Handicap | double which in on the Castle Peak 1er chance of collecting stake money he rode a clever race on Flybynight certain to lead the next side to Aus- very remote. Perfect Day.

at Happy Valley on November 6 and seems to me, is about to take in all

he again delighted us with a fine the sails, but be careful with Rooilly

slow on Engle at Macho last Sunday. who has been kindly treated with

Ho Hong-ping will be up on Captain only 135 lbs, and sho will be plioted Blood and the combination is worth by Billy Poy. I much prefer to see Violet Queen over a short distance,

a small investment. Sea Dragon has win with 14 unplaced outings, but but should the run be slow, the more-

Spilt Hand has one success with 10 is dangerous. Twilight Stor appears to be in fine condition, but his recent finishes among the "also rang" and I outings were always among the back wonder how they will end up to-

morrow? row runners and I have no more confidence in the pony.

BEST RACE EXPECTED HERE

way.

Alcelay

FIRST LEG OF DAILY DOUBLE Difficult To Spot Likely Winner

and what they are set to shoulder In Handicap (first section) for "D'

this event now under discussion will undoubtedly prove interesting:

plus 15

Jus.

A Belter Time

Criffol (First)

Aztec (second)

Cantala New Bridge Heap

H'cap (one mile) 152 lbs.

Difference

(3 mile) 143 lbs.

of weights

Minus 9

132

157

plus ས

#

148

163

#1

Derby Day (non-starter)

155

Dick Turpin

135

135

.

135

1

same

Katinka (non-starter)

138

158

157

14

plus "

1J

Ranger

(third)

160

100

1+

. SAME

147

140

++

plus 2

+t

Tornado Star (non-starter)

157

-Vixen Tor (fourth)

145

147

2 plus

+1

Lucky Lad

Snowy River

I would like to draw the attention

of punters that after the Cantala class China ponies aver 0 scurry Handicap, Snowy River, who was in receipt of 17 lbs, from Aztec, annex- from the 1 mile post. There are ed the Nuliah Nullah Handicap over several speedy merchants and a good 14 miles by two lengths and that flying start means everything. Den win has cost the winner a penalty sert Star, the winner of the Valley of 9 lbs. Katinka, who was also in Stakes, holds the post of honour, truf, the same race, has the benefit of an as I have not seen much of him at allowance of

It will be seen w .Ibs.

soen work during the early mornings, I that the adjustment of the pound-muppose he is not yet ready. It may the between, cridel and Artec in the not be known that Royal Highness Cantals Handicap favours the latter was backed to the tune of 1,137 out pony by a pull of 10 lbs for a beat of a total of 3,334 tickets sold for a fog of two lengths I fancy Katinks win in the Norfolk Handicap at the

be a

turn

out for big money,

Big Dividend In Store For- Punters Here

But It Will Be Very Hard To

Mr.

CASTLE PEAK HANDICAP

a

The meeting will terminate with a fast sprint from the 14 mile post for "D", cinas China ponies in the Castle

batting and howling. There

well in Australia,

EDRICH WILL DO WELL "Take Edrich, for example." Mr. Oldfield said. "Despite bis consis- tent failures in the Test matches in

England, he is, I consider, a bals- man who will be at home on Aus-

tralian wickets.

tralia.

"I do not favour four-day lesis in England. In view of county com mitments, it is not perhaps possible to have all test without a time limit. But I think six days should allowed."

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TO-NIGHT'S BADMINTON PROGRAMME

Two Matches In Mixed Doubles

Peak Handicap (second section) and anything may also happen in this event. By virtue of a win in Mucao, Gold Sovereign has incurred a alty of 7 lbs, but the fockey H. de Botelho is going to claim novico

The Mixed Doubica Badminton | allowance and the pony will there- fore carry only 2 iba. more. Arazy League commences this evening with is in fine fettin and so is Good Morn-a programme of two matches... Chick attraction be the Name The Winnering Peter Wel has the choice of between the Club de Recreio, the

steed and also Flybynight and whichever he decides to take out champions, and the University. The should be the kill. Remember that game will be played at King's Park.

The following is the programme: Meteor (Raymond) is dangerous, for the pony is now in its proper class Necreio v. Univerally and Zero ahould also be respected. Kowloon Tong v. St. John's

After perusing the allotment of the to be followed by Asted and Ranger. last shooting and for what reason I lead handed out to the 14 entries in Vixen Tor is dangerous to upset the am at a loss to understand. I sup- the Talpo Handicap for China polas applecart.

pose it was one of those "dark tips" (sub-griffins pier a course from the

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