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i I h c t e i C c t c j i c i t i i i 1 i : : I : 1 I i i j i : : : i I i l I - 1 R. T. WILSONS WILDERNESS Achieves Striking Success in the National Stakes. - Bluffer a Surprise in Annapolis nandlcap 2 Damask Fails Badly in the First Race Through the Field. LAUREL, Md., October 7 R. T. "Wilsons homebred "Wilderness, a son of Campfire Genesta, was returned the winner of the j National Stakes, which was the feature at- traction at Laurel Park. His victory was easily achieved, with J. S. Cosdens Dunlin in second place and the Glen Riddle Farm Stables Scribble third, just ahead of the Quincy Stables Carol. The field which contested the running of this race, thirteen in number, was composed of the choice of the two-year-olds stabled in 1 these parts. It was at three-quarters and contested over a track that had been sub- jected to a drizzle throughout the morning and as a result was wet and sloppy on the surface, but. with a strong bottom. The victory of "Wilderness was a pleasing one to Mr. Wilson, who journeyed down from New York to see his youngster perform in the race. There was but little delay at the barrier and the field left in good alignment, with the 1 exception of the Greentree Stables Untidy, which failed to start. Once settled for the run through the first quarter Marinelli had Wilderness in front, with Comixa lapped upon him, while Dunlin and Lilt were but a short distance away and Carol on the inside. Rounding the bend Turner sent Lilt to the front and she opened up a daylight advantage, while Dunlin, on the outside, had headed Wilderness, which was racing next to the inner rail. In the stretch run Lilt still maintained her advantage, although Marinelli brought his mount up with a rush and bore over toward the middle of the track. Dunlin was handling his weight in admirable style and after Wilderness had disposed of Lilt the Cosden starter tired under his impost. Scribble closed with a mighty rush and at the end just managed to take the small end of the stake from the Quincy Stables Carol. DISMAL DAY AT LAUREL. It was a dismal and dreary day at Laurel Park this afternoon and the long drouth which prevailed was broken when a drizzle set in early this morning and upset all calculations. The track, which was deep in dust, was converted into a sloppy and wet surface, although the footing was solid. The card which was provided was a meritorious one and despite the weather conditions a crowd that jammed the grandstand and clubhouse was by far the largest that had visited the course at this meeting. The usual upsets that characterize a half holidays racing were not so much in evidence this afternoon, although several stoutly supported choices failed. The Annapolis Handicap, the secondary feature of todays program, resulted in vic- tory for the Crow Point Stables Bluffer from the Greentree Stables Exodus, while Captain Alcock was third. Blazes," Exodus and Baby Grand were the prominent ones in the early running, while Wallace, who rode Bluffer, was content to rate in behind the pace. Saving ground throughout Bluffer gained on the leaders and forced Exodus and Baby Grand to the outside. Captain Alcock, which was a distant follower in the early stages, moved up and beat Baby Grand for third place, not menacing the first two. The Greentree Stable furnished the winner of the first race of the afternoon in the Broomstick colt Moonraker. He was the pronounced choice in the mutuel speculation and never gave his backers a moments concern. Beginning quickly he soon opened up a commanding lead, increasing it as the race progressed to win in a canter. Sog- Continued on sixteenth page. R.T. WILSONS WILDERNESS Continued from first page. garth Aroon was the surprise of this contest, getting up for second place in the last stride and beating Woodflower in a game struggle. The good flat racer Damask made his debut as a steeplechaser and his first race through the field was far from an impressive one. Carrying the silks of the Greentree Stable and coupled with Irish Sea, the pair was installed favorite. Both were far back at the finish. The winner came from the stable of J. S. Cosden in Hallavill, and the Virginia-bred jumper scored in splendid fashion. He fenced cleanly and, after shaking off Wrack Grass, drew clear at the end, with a margin of three lengths. Wrack Grass was forced to the limit after making a bad landing at the last jump, just saving second place from the fast gaining Earlocker. Eight of the ten starters finished the course. Decisive losing his rider at the twelfth jump, and Overmatch running out of the course. Trainer J. Boden arrived from New York this morning with the Triple Springs Farm Stable, composed of the following horses : Pen Rose, LEffare, Ticacey, Trajanus, Pitt-ston, West Pittston, Wilkes-Barre and Op-perman. The apprentice rider IL Howard accompanied the stable. Trainer Henry McDaniel reported that Bastille was still sore from the fall that he received in his race earlier in the week. A circular published by the Southern Pacific Lines giving all the necessary data in connection with the meeting at Tijuana this winter was distributed amongst horsemen this morning. Jockey Callahan returned from New York this morning. Frank Brisbee arrived from New York this afternoon with a miscellaneous stable. Two claims were filed yesterday, A. Swinke taking Hoy from R. McKeever, and O. B. Akers taking Copper Demon from the Quincy Stable, following their respective victories. Trainer Hughes arrived this morning with the Sanford stable. Walter J. Salmon and Samuel D. Riddle were first-time visitors this afternoon. The horses of J. W. Bean will in future be raced in the colors of G. H. Goodacre, due to the death of Mr. Beans mother in Washington. Steeplechase jockey D. Byers became the proud father of a baby girl and latest reports are mother and daughter are doing well.
