OBITUARY
The death occurred suddenly at, Bulls on Saturday of Mr Ernest W. Morse, a well-known resident of the district for many years. The late Mr Morse was about 66 years of age, and came from Nelson, afterwards residing in Fordell, Sanson and Bulls. His father, the late Major Morse, was connected with the breeding and racing of thoroughbreds, and the family followed in his footsteps, three sons, Herbert, Alfred and Ernest, being caretakers of racecourses at Cambridge, Hawera and Bulls respectively. Mr Ernest Morse raced several homes in the early days, amongst the number being Bona Fide, winner of many cups and other important handicaps. At one time he was proprietor of the old Sanson Hotel, and latterly was attached to the clerical staff of the Rangitikei Dairy Coy., Ltd. Deceased look a great interest in Rugby football, cricket and athletic sports, and was an active member of the Bulls-Ohakea Sports Club. His funeral took place at Clifton cemetery, Bulls, on Monday.
Source: Manawatu Standard, 7 March 1929, Page 4