The Big A Aqueduct Security And Race Track Woes
The author recalls heightened security at Aqueduct due to bomb threats and animal kidnappings, with Pinkerton guards and city police forming a small army. He warns about phony reporters, describes the grandstands and basement maze, and recounts getting separated from his party while navigating long escalators and stairs on race day.
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Pinkerton
New York City
Aqueduct
Frederick
Long Island
Pressbox Pranks and Pinkerton Paths at the Races
A journalist in a Frederick News-Post byline chronicles a chaotic hunt for the publicity office at a race meet. Amid misdirection from Pinkerton staff and a maze of doors and stairs, she finally gains access, faces gender bias remarks, and is warmly hosted in the press box before a reluctant coffee request.
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Racing Secretary
Frederick
J. Snyder
Law wins second heat in Gold Cup Finns at Waterloo Bay
Britain's Chris Law tops second heat of the Gold Cup World Finn championships at Waterloo Bay finishing 2 35 ahead of New Zealand’s Jonty Farmer. Sweden’s Lennart Gustafsson placed third. A separate 1952 note recalls Rex Smith, former Illinois receiver, with 11 receptions for 190 yards against Iowa.
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Sweden
Illinois
Rex Smith
Iowa
Dover Downs to Close Tuesdays for Remainder of Harness Meet
Dover Downs Raceway will close on Tuesday nights for the rest of the current harness meeting to avoid Liberty Bell racing conflicts. December handle rose 8.7 percent over November despite a 5 percent drop in attendance, as larger bettors replaced many $2 wagers. Track president John Riddle cited a 13.6 percent per capita wagering rise, noting three added Mondays boosted December handle 13.4 percent over November. figures were dragged down by Monday turnout. Riddle outlined promotions including sports telecasts, Father & Son Driving Championship, and Delaware Driving Championship to lift attendance in coming months. Post time is 7 p.m. weeknights and 1:30 p.m. Sundays.
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