Record crowd at Aiken Hunt Meet sets attendance and purse marks
The Aiken Hunt Meet drew more than 28 500 fans for its 28th renewal with a record purse of 70 000 dollars and ideal weather. Organizers praised the festive village setup with vendors, arts, and local tastings as families enjoyed picnics and races.
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H.A
Mac) McClearen
Aiken
McClearen
Anna Banana
Sertoma Club
Montmorenci
Trish Arnold
Pam Verenes
An Ellison
Jim Harrison
Georgianna Conger
Joan Niman
January Man wins Coors Gold Cup at Aiken Hunt Meet
A record crowd watched January Man dominate the Coors Gold Cup at Ford D. Conger Field the co feature on the seven race card. The gelding led from the start and finished 10 lengths ahead in 4 14 1 5 for two miles and one furlong. Co owner Paul Rothfuss and trainer Sandy Cassatt praised the performance and jockey Matthew McCarron called the ride amazing.
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Ford D. Conger
Clark Field
Conger
Hunt Meet
Paul Rothfuss
Rothfuss
January Man
Keeneland
Sandy Cassatt
Cassatt
Novemer
Matthew McCarron
Chris McCarron
Coenge
Breve Gapies
Sage
Bruce Iynes
Toby Edwards
Paddock Dancer
Kevin Cremins
Robert Chapman
Biddie Barly
Robert M. Kitson
Patrick Cooney
Bayard Warren
Easy Ryde
Glacier Creek
Jonathan Sheppard
Blythe Miller
King’s Testamony
Laura T. Eawards
Clark Field Renamed to Honor Ford Conger at Aiken Hunt Meet
At the Aiken Hunt Meet, Mackie Miller renamed Clark Field Ford Conger Field in tribute to the late Ford Conger a key driver of the event since its revival in the 1960s. Miller cited Conger’s leadership and friendship as central to the meet’s growth and announced the change before the 28th renewal.
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Clark Field
Ford Conger
MacKenzie (Mack) Miller
Miller
Conger
Aiken
Ford
Aiken Hunt
Martha (Miller
Ford Conger Field
Aiken Hunt Meet concludes with top finishers at Ford D Conger Field
The 28th Aiken Hunt Meet results list winners, trainers and jockeys across races at Ford D Conger Field. Notable victors include January Man with Matthew McCarron, Saudi Sea by Craig Thornton, and Quadrireme ridden by Vincent Marzullo.
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William
Vincent Marzullo
Janet Elliot
Chip Miller
Double Bill
Jonathan Sheppard
Craig Thorton
William B. Cocks
According T Griggs
John K. Griggs
Sean Clancy
Joll Princess
Robert M. Kitson
Colvin Ryar
Local Front Bridge and Classifieds Brief Diary
A compact front page update lists bridge notes calendar items classifieds and a crossword. Dear Abby horoscope and local calendar highlights appear beside briefs for residents and readers seeking quick updates.
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Abby
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Readers are urged to call 648 2311 with story tips or news ideas for coverage. Reporters welcome tips on local events, people, and issues from the community.
Community Members Named in North Augusta and Augusta Listings
A list of residents including John Blaylock Donald Eugene Freeby Ermin Lewis Helen Smith Modine E Wilkins and Bobby Williams appears with reference to North Augusta Williston Augusta and Aiken. Page 10A carries details.
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John Blaylock
North Augusta
Donald Eugene Freeby
Ermin Lewis
Williston
Helen Smith
Augusta
Modine E. Wilkins
Aiken
Bobby Williams
Florence and Bruce Hospitals Merge Amid Scrutiny in State
Florence General Hospital and Bruce Hospital in Florence merged to create a 424 bed system, forming Carolinas Hospital System. The deal drew antitrust attention elsewhere as the FTC pressed for divestiture at Aiken Regional to prevent a central Savannah River area monopoly.
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Aiken
Federal Trade Commission
Nce
HCA
Columbia Healthcare Corp
Haseen
Florence General Hospital
Bruce Hospital
Florence
Florence General
Ta Regional
Savannah River
HCA/ Columbia
Aiken Regional
Augusta Regional
Carolinas
Florence County
FTC
Justice Department
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Lionel Smith
Toni Jerome
Scoster Leandro
Ginny Southworth
Quadrireme
Aiken Hunt Meet
James Wreer
Leandro
William B. Cooks
Vincent Marzutio
Kevin Patlister
G.H. Bostwick
Mairead Carr
Richard Boucher
Alonzi
Bruce Haynes
Jonathan Smart
Craig Thornton
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