A silent black and white film, Hobart Cup shows views of the Hobart Racing Club (now known as Elwick Racecourse) on 22 January 1913. Scenes include the arrival of the Governer General, a brass band, mounted police, top hats, bets and the excitement of race day.

Please be advised that this footage may contain words and descriptions that may be culturally sensitive, which reflect the attitude of the period in which the film was produced, and which may be considered inappropriate today.

Tasmanian Archives and Special Collections: Film - Hobart Cup, E.A.C. Films production - 4m 33s. See also 'Born Bred and Raised In Tasmania' AB869-1-369.

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