Spectators Anticipate Reno at Piedmont Fox Hounds Meet
Preparations proceed at Llangollen estate near Upperville in Loudoun County for the Piedmont Fox Hounds second annual race meeting on Saturday November 12. Four events feature changes to improve spectator views, including a longer Piedmont Gold Cup and a tougher brush course. The event, begun by John Whitney with the Piedmont Club, drew about 30 000 fans last year.
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Steeplechase course prepared for premier American event
The course has all fences raked and smoothed for horse safety, aiming to host one of America's leading steeplechase events, with the track showcasing its challenging but renowned barriers.
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Hoover Sparks Martinsburg Stop With Tariff Talk
President Hoover addressed about 6 000 people in Martinsburg West Virginia during a 10 minute stop on his return from Indianapolis. He cited a New York hosiery ad at 39 cents a pair to illustrate tariff disputes and contrasted Republican protective tariff with Democratic lower tariffs impacting local mills.
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Janus Named January From Two-Headed Roman Deity
In Roman mythology Janus presided over highways locks and gates. His two heads faced backward and forward, giving January its name. The passage links quotes about women and genius to the character and origin of January.
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