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Horse Racing at Birds 1902

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Birds 1900-1910

August 1902 Lawrenceville Republican: Those interested in fine racing should be at Birds Sunday afternoon. Track extends from iron bridge to eastern city limits. All wishing to enter horses on the Sabbath should see T.M. Calvert, Mayor or Kally Smith, Clerk.

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