Campbell, Laurel (1902–1971)
Campbell, Laurel (1902–1971)
New Zealand racehorse trainer. Name variations: Laurel Amy Eva Doyle, Mrs. J. Campbell. Born Laurel Amy Eva Doyle, Mar 15, 1902, in Doyleston, New Zealand; died Jan 3, 1971, in Christchurch, New Zealand; dau. of William John Doyle (storekeeper) and Matilda Jane (McCausland) Doyle; m. James Campbell (jockey), 1929 (div. 1950); children: 1 daughter.
Began career as trainer for Alec Roberts, breeder of Phar Lap, and later entered into partnership with English trainer, Jack Jefferd; became 2nd woman professional racehorse trainer in New Zealand and sometimes raced under name Mrs. J. Campbell; her horses captured many titles, including the Wellington Cup, Melbourne Cup, and the Grand National Steeplechase.
See also Dictionary of New Zealand Biography (Vol. 4).