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GOWANS INJURIES TERMINATE FATALLY. New York. June 2S.— Cowan, which last started in the Metropolitan Handicap, was destroyed Saturday at Relmont Park. Shortly after the rise of the harrier in the Metropolitan, Cowan swerved across the track and struck the inside rail. Jockey J. Rergcn instantly realized that the mare was crippled and pulled her up sharply. examination disclosed a fracture of the stifle and upon tlie veterinarians advice. James CalTrey. Cowans owner, decided not to attempt to again train her. It was Mr. CatTrevs intention to retire Cowan to the stud had she been saved, but complications set ill a week ago which resulted in blood-poisoning. Cowan was a chestnut filly, four years old. bv Arnieath II. Meailowlov and held the Belmont Park record of 2:12* for a mile and a half, made last October. In her career Cowan had run forty-live races and won six and ,750.
