Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit

CHAPTER XV

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BRINGS TOD SLOAN TO ENGLAND

Engagement of Tod Sloan as Jockey--Beresford Family Affection--Caiman Wins Classic Race--Democrat and His Races--A Tip for the “Blues”--Accident to Sloan--His Downfall--Five Years’ Racing and Winnings in Stakes Alone--Volodyovski Bought--At Liverpool When Ambush II Won the Grand National 299