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  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Guide to the Turf;or Pocket Racinf Companion for 1851;containing the Nominations for 1851; Entrees for the Great Stakes in 1852;also a Calendar of the

Guide to the Turf;or Pocket Racinf Companion for 1851;containing the Nominations for 1851; Entrees for the Great Stakes in 1852;also a Calendar of the

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Paperback

General GamblingGeneral World HistoryRacing

ISBN10: 1146063717
ISBN13: 9781146063715
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 28 2010
Pages: 238
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

A comprehensive guide to horse racing in Great Britain and Ireland in 1851, the Guide to the Turf; or Pocket Racing Companion for 1851 offers a snapshot into the world of 19th-century racing. This historical document includes nominations for 1851 races and entries for significant stakes in 1852, providing insight into future racing events. The guide also features a calendar of races from 1850, offering a retrospective view of the sport. Additional content covers the length of courses, the colors of the riders, and the laws of racing, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts of the era. References to the Derby and Oak stakes highlight the most prestigious events of the time. This guide serves as a primary source for understanding the historical context of horse racing and gambling in the mid-19th century.

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