Daily globe. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1878-1884, 1881-09-13
Tcemty- MtIe Equestrienne Contest.

Ttcenty-Mte EqMestrtenne Contest.
Between the two races above described tht
20-mile equestrienne race was called between
Miss Belle Cook, of California, and Miss Rob
inson, of England, for purse of 5000 and
the championship of the world. The horses
for the race were, with one or two exceptions,
the same ridden by Miss Cook and Miss Jewett
on Friday last, all of well bred runing strains,
and many of them having good
records as turf performers. Each
lady had eight horses for changes. Miss Cook
made her changes in front OF the judges
stand, Mrs. Robinson having the paddock
half way to the quarter where Miss Jewett
changed. Both ladies responded to the call
promptly, their appearance being greeted with
enthusiastic applause by the spectators. Mrs.
Robinson appeared in plain black habit and
cap, as did Miss Cook, the only difference be-
tween the dressing of the two being that Miss
Cook had her distinct mark, a blue veil, wound
tightly around her cap. In drawing for POSI-
tions Mrs. Robinson got the inside. Getting
the word, Mrs. Robinson jumped into the lead,
which she held throughout the first mile, the
finish being driving one. Miss Cook con-
tinued along for the second mile, while Mrs.
Robinson changed, in which Miss Cook gained
lead of an eighth of q mile, an advantage
which she maintained to the end of the second
mile While Miss Cook was changing Mrs.
Robinson closed up the gap to four lengths,
and going to the half without change, got
on even terms with her opponent, when
fine struggle ensued, continued to the
end of the third mile, when Miss Cook
changed while Mrs. Robinson continued
mile was very sharp, each lady appearing In
excellent trim and urging their horses to their
utmost. Coming to the finish Miss
Cook continued around for a second
mile, while Mrs. Robinson pulled
up fora change, Miss Cook having lead Of
several lengths at the time. Along went Miss
Cook at driving pace, while all eyes were
turned toward Mrs. Robinson's changing
place. The half mile was passed by Miss
Cook and still Mrs. Robinson did not appear.
Another quarter was passed by Miss Cook,
when one of the track patrol rode up to the
judges stand and announced that Mrs. Rob-
inson had tainted and would be unable to con-
tinue the race.
Upon this announcement Col. King
asked the audience if they desired Miss Cook
to ride the race through, to which there was
an almost universal response OF mo" Miss
Cook, however, continued around the course
for the sixth mile, when she was called to the
stand, and the announcement made that Mrs.
Robinson acknowledged defeat. Miss Cook
was then escorted to the the judges stand,
and was introduced to the audience by
Col. King as the champion eques-
trienne OF the world, following the
announcement by presenting, in behalf of the
ladies of Minneapolis, not only in considera-
ton of her equestrienne triumphs but of her
lady-like department, an elegant wreath of
flowers.
The balloon ascension elsewhere described,
came next ami brought the exposition to a
close.
Mrs. Robinson, it should be stated, has not
been well since her arrival in Minneapolis, and
yesterday was feeling particularly unwell.
While she was able to maintain her seat she
showed herself to be an excellent horsewoman
and a nervy rider, and we predict for her a
much better showing before the season closes.
Miss Cook, Miss Jewett and Mrs. Robinson
left for Chicago last evening, where all are
engaged for a twenty contest this week.
From Chicago the ladies go to Roches-
ter. NY. i