Agricultural Park aims for peak with three Monday racing dates
The Columbus area Agricultural Park announces a 23 day 1971 racing season from Aug 10 to Sept 6 with three Monday programs and action on Aug 23 30 and Labor Day. Post times 3 p.m. Mon Tue Wed. 2 p.m. Saturdays Labor Day. Wagers include exacta and daily double as Nebraskas four Nebraskabred specials join new and old horses.
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Columbus
Warren Albart
Exacta
Dakota Pilot
Golden Gold
Kiamichi
1970 thoroughbred season tops Columbus history
Columbus race meet sets wagering and attendance records, with a total handle of 3,029,218 and Labor Day attendance of 7,163 at Agricultural Park. Records include a final day handle of 397,954 and first season of exacta wagering. Fred Beaffey wins riding title. Warren Albert continues as race manager for Platte County Agricultural Society, funding the county fair and scholarships.
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Columbus
Agricultural Park
Mickey O'Hara
Fred Beaffey
Wayne Anderson
Warren Albert
Platte County Agricultural Society
Society
Midwest
No. 1 Post Produces Most Winners in 1972 Columbus Races
The No 1 post yielded the most winners in the 1972 Columbus Races with 38 victories. Inside posts dominated, as No 1 sent Jone 29 first under the Wire. The No 3 slot led in money finishes with 76. No 1 had 72 in the money, and No 9 and No 10 posts also produced several winners.
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Columbus
Jone
Ore and Sunning by Dey Ko Floodlight Needed
The article surveys Thoroughbred breeding and racing leaders over a decade, highlighting top money winners and winning jockeys. Arnold Winick, Allen Jerkins, Tack Van Berg, and Seven Hines are named among prominent figures, with Marion Van Berg noted in the 1950s leaders list.
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Sani
Dhs Teaders
Euyer
Dicense
Arnold Winick
Allen Jerkins
Tack van Berg
Marion Vanerg
Suider
Hs Seven Hines
Marion van Berg
Pst Winnsts
Race purse distribution and jockey fees at Columbus Races
The article outlines purse splits for winners and placers, with 60 percent to first, 20 percent to second, 12 percent to third, 5 percent to fourth, and 3 percent to fifth, plus example totals. Jockey fees rise with purse size, from 39 24 22 17 unplaced for a $1,000 purse to 50 40 30 25 for $2,000 or more. Nebraska breeders receive 3 percent of first money, with extra state-specific contributions for Nebraska foaled or bred horses.
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Agricultural
Park Racetrack
Columbus Raves
Columbus
Nebraska
How to Obtain a Race Horse in Three Markets
Many wonder how to obtain a race horse as purses exceed 165 million in the United States and Canada. Racing columnist John J. Day outlines three markets: private purchase, auction sales, and the claim box. Each path carries costs and risks from $1,500 to $10,000 up front and potential returns ranging from modest to substantial, depending on skill and luck.
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United States
Canada
John J. Day
Hirsch Jacobs
Styrole
Ecoffey Dominates With Five Straight Wins In 1970 Meet
Ecoffey, a South Dakotan, piled up 264 points across ten events to lead the field at the Nebraska circuit. He compiled 36 wins, 11 second places and 22 showings. Wayne Anderson finished second with 179 points and two victories. William Stallings placed third, while Larry Turner edged Dave King for fourth in the Vacator List.
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Ten County
Porcnea Ms
South
Telegram previews local race data at Agricultural Park
During the 171 racing season the Columbus Telegram will carry advance entries selections and summaries for Agricultural Park track. The Daily Racing Form Columbus Section will arrive in the morning and be available at convenient locations along with daily programs.
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Columbus Telegram
Agricultural Park Track
Mutual wagering fairness in betting exchanges
The article explains mutual wagering where fans bet against each other with public odds set by participants. It notes the track acts as an agent collecting a commission, similar to a stock broker, ensuring fairness in the system.
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Columbus
Cultural Park
Midwest
Thompson
Juvenile Stakes headliners for Nebraska bred youngsters
Four juvenile specials at Agricultural Park this season showcase 2 and 3 year olds. The Juvenile Miss Stakes on Aug 12 offers a purse, with 13 nominees listed including Gracie C and Lady Crumme. The Juvenile Laddie Stakes on Aug 19 features 23 nominees for six furlongs and a $9,000 added purse. The Columbus Futurity for 7 year olds on Aug 28 carries $5,000 added across six furlongs. The Platte Valley Juvenile Championship begins Sept 6 at 6.5 furlongs with $3,000 added. Two 2-year-old stakes conclude Sept 4 with fields including Hesa People and Little Sac among others.
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Agricultural Park Track
Columbus
Nebraska
Gracie C
R, W
M. A. Cole
Lady Crumme
Jack Gardes
Thunder
Max Green
Smokey
Laurence
Harbaugh
Neen
Tiger
Elena Johnson
Litle Shadower
MD. Kemling
Amajewel
Paul Kemling
Bibasue
Leroy Nichols
Raymond Parks
Nova
An Purdy
Hugh Robertson
Jamies Relic
K. R. Robinson
T. Sisson
Krooks
Sack
W. G. Amos
Rusty Raleigh
Bannon
Warren V
Norbert Borwege
Solar Power
Eileen Cascio
Derby Bill
W. F. Bidam
Arian Hay
Ray Guzinski
Mutual Boy
Garden’s Choice
Omer Hall
Hi Chicago
Sharon Jeffrey
Floyd Jones
Tim Kandy
D. Kemling
Swell Joy
Robert Lathrum
Charles Moon
Frankly Flyer
McKeighan
Judy Gussy
Peppermint Stables
Mcrigem
C. W. Pierce
Feter Sir
Carnett Phifer
Four Certain
W. J. Robson
H.conkling
Crafty Wink
Joe Shaver
Dandy Dan
Wei Schindler
Aviles Duke
Tom Sisson
Joe
Jack Spelic
Pioneer's Choice
Roselands
al & Eileen Caseki
Gracia
A.W
Arian Ray
Garden Choice
Essie
Laurence Harbaugh
Little Shadower
M. C. Reming
Hasty Mister
Paul Remling
Angel Page
J. B. Lee
Franklin Flyer
J. Gass
Nail Bull
Charles Mettenbrink
Orlinda
Charles Murnan
Sarralei
Earl Norahomera Flanelle
H. C. Poppe
Ant. Purdy
Kate Ritter
Rick Schindler
Amiles Duke
Hesa People
Little Sac
E. A
P. W. Eggers
Crocket Duke
0. A. Gangstad
Amatan
Randy Korn
Lawrence Harbaugh
Abhys Apobee
Gems Package
Mingaling
Jerry Kirby
Wichita Charles
Ed Lai
Sassy Shelba
Earl Norma
Church W
C. L. Sisson
Fan ‘van Man
J. D. Taylor
Reluctant Derby starters win behind the scenes nods
Racing writer John I. Day notes that two Derby winners were urged to run despite owners' doubts. Zev in 1923 and Flying Ebony in 1925 received last minute pushes from jockeys and press men, with Zev winning after a contentious buildup and Flying Ebony breaking late to claim the field.
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Harry F. Sinclair
Zev
New York
Mamuka
Sande
Sam Hildreth
Sinclair
Kentucky
Winter Oak
Saratoga
Frederick John
Bruening
Ruppheads Society Board of Managers And Officers
Monroe resident Paul Tupp serves as president of the Platte County Agricultural Society, sponsor of the Columbus race meeting. Officers include James Cumming first vice president Kenneth Torezon second vice president Warren Albert treasurer Charles Athey secretary. Board members list includes Arthur Bakenhus Jr Columbus William Callilian Columbus Uffe Bul Lindsay David Fuchs Humphrey Albert Gerber Columbus Mency Lachsinger Columbus Robert Melcher Lindsay Vietut L Olson Leigh L Rohner Columbus David Van Ackeren Humphrey William Yates Columbus. The Platte County Agricultural Society, founded in 1942 from gifts by Mrs Albert Gehner and Theodore Friedhof, grew with a Browner Farm donation and $5,000 cash, built by subscriptions and further gifts, with land acquisition.
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Monroe
Paul Tupp
Platte County Agricultural Society
Columbus
James Cumming
Kenneth Torezon
Warren Albert
Charles Athey
Arthur Bakenhus Jr
William Callilian
Uffe Bul
Lindsay
David Fuchs
Humphrey
Albert Gerber
Mency Lachsinger
Robert Melcher
Vietut L
Olson
Leigh
L. L. Rohner
David van Ackeren
William Yates
Albert M. Gehner
Theodore Friedhof
Aracre Browner
Trio of 1970 track marks set at Agricultural Park
A sprint of several record performances marks the 1970 season at Agricultural Park. Spanish Key, a seven year old mare from Max Freed’s stable, posted a 6 furlong record of 1 1/2 seconds under trainer Fred Ecoffey while carrying 117 pounds. Earlier, Too Little Man set a mile and three eighths record of 2:22 2/5 under Lonnie Ray for William McGarter, with 111 pounds aboard.
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Max Freed
Winniper
Cmmada
Fred Ecoffey
Columbus
Lonnie Ray
Agricultural Park
James G
E. Sunberg
J. E. Lee
Audubon, Town
Silver Creek
Rocky Road to Triple Crown Record and Near Misses
A compact overview of the historic path to the Triple Crown, listing the seven winners since Sir Barton in 1919 and noting near misses and repeated attempts. It references Gallant Fox Omaha War Admiral Whirlaway Count Fleet Assault Citation Tim Tam Carry Back Northern Dancer Raual King Majestic Prince Canoncro ll and others in Derby Preakness and Belmont contexts.
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Dublin
Sir Barton
Gallant Fox
Omaha
Whirlaway
Count Fleet
Citation
Tim_ Tam
Carry Back
Northern Dancer
Raual King
Majestic Prince
Canoncro Ll
Capot
Native Dancer
Nashua
Damascus
Middleground
Needles
Chateaugay
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Exactas
Jack Fickler
James Hall
Irving Pscracy
Dean Williams
Robert Pollack
Lst
Robert Phillips
Robert Bates
pSealease
Eon Ige
Claud Davis
Chuck Karlin
C. B. Jones
John Vogel
Money Room
E. K. Thompson
Lee Armstrong
Wen's
Alfe Buhl
Paul Rupp
Kennett Torczon
Frank Aerni
Grourls
Nebraska Shale Racing Commission
Joieorts
Hoer Rggren
Fer Logedutt
Morten Porter
Peter
Brack
Tripsville
Dwight Clum
Lincoln
Ileading Tran
Ecoffey
Exoffey
Stallings
Turner
Redele
Coleman
Telegram
John I. Day
Blangely
Earl Sande
Ruppheads Society
Board of Managers
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