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1856 - 1899photo courtesy John Griffiths
James Jewitt, born at Salford on November 10, 1856, was the son of a jockey killed in a fall in a steeplechase which was not under rules.
James began life in Charles Blanton's stable at Newmarket in 1868 when 11 years of age.
His debut ride came that same year, Cairngorm at West Drayton. His first winner was Nelly on October 15 1868, also at West Drayton.
Having enjoyed a successful apprenticeship on the Flat, he became a leading NH jockey.
He is best remembered for his partnership with Congress on which he won the 1876 Grand Sefton and 1877 Grand Steeplechase de Paris.
James finished second in the 1881 Grand National on Regal.
On his retirement he trained at Newmarket, sending out the great Isinglass.
Stricken by syphilis, James Jewitt died at Newmarket on November 11, 1899.
He had celebrated his 43rd birthday just a day earlier. He left £34,761.
Article by Chas Hammond
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