This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Mystery of Alfonso the famed race horse unfolds
A century old note reveals Alfonso born near Knoxville Tennessee, once deemed a farm hack, later bought by Walter Drake of Marlboro. After plow work he suddenly showed speed, trotting gear fitted and rising to fame as a remarkable runner. Bloodlines and early neglect contrasted with later notoriety in racing history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfonso
Walter Drake
Marlboro
Knoxville
Tenn
Blue Grass
Chicago
Wonder
Illinois
Mr. Drake