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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1974

Page

13

Mary Bacon balances racing with motherhood at Monmouth Park

In Oceanport New Jersey jockey Mary Bacon, mother of five year old Suzy, rides Ballet Russe at Monmouth Park while juggling family duties. She describes her ambition as raising a good daughter before seeking racing success, recounts divorce from fellow jockey Johnny Bacon, and recalls injuries yet retains fearlessness.

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Horseracing Meet Results Show Fast Times and Payouts

Daily and pace trotting events generate varied payouts with multiple favorites and longshots. Notable finishes include Noroton pace and Berne ieravee showing strong speeds, while Exacta and Trifecta pays reflect mixed field outcomes. Attendance reaches 1,396 with a calculated handle of 82,006.

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Stargell fuels Pirates push with three run blast

Willie Stargell belted a three run homer as the Pirates defeated the St Louis Cardinals 7 2 behind Jim Rooker. Stargell’s hot streak could lift Pittsburgh from a fourth place in the NL East while Cardinals slip further in the race. Rooker improved to 4 6 as he allowed three hits through eight innings.

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BAC honors Kane and Martin at Mt Anthony awards night

At the Mt Anthony awards night on June 12 the Bennington Athletic Club awarded two scholarships to a graduating girl and boy athlete. Frances Snow and Raymond B Bowen presented Kitty Kane and Bill Martin with their awards. Kane holds the Vermont basketball scoring title and was part of the 1973 state field hockey champs. Martin was a top scorer in basketball and a leading hitter and outfielder for the Patriots. Both plan to use the funds for college education.

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Wednesday Payday First Race Results Summary

Racing page fragment lists numerous horse names and payouts including Daly, Dalton’s Pride, No Plastic Soddie, Prince of Dream, and Wild Reason with various odds and times. Mentions Trifecta payouts and attendance notes. chaotic OCR text limits precise events.

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Thoroughbred and Harness Race Odds From June 27 1974

A long list of horses and chasers with odds and placements across multiple Pace events. Notable entries include First Pace with horses such as Sam and White Boots Thheoet Die 63 Strides, and Fourth Pace notable contenders like Merrie Boozer and Postakill Pam. The dense card also features various owners and riders, with totals and purses noted for several races.

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