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| del mar racetrack history: Del Mar Racetrack Kenneth M. Holtzclaw, 2006 The author has assembled this exploration of the Del Mar Racetrack's past using vintage photographs from the archives of the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, and former thoroughbred owners Mr. and Mrs. Chase McCoy. |
| del mar racetrack history: Del Mar Hank Wesch, 2011-06-17 For nearly seventy five years, summertime at Del Mar Racetrack has been a place for fun and entertainment, a place, as Eddie Read said, where nobody's in a hurry but the horses. Since its founding by Bing Crosby and his Hollywood friends in 1937, Del Mar has hosted some of thoroughbred racing's finest: from dancing Zenyatta and scrappy Seabiscuit to San Diego's own hall-of-famers Best Pal and Azeri. In this collection of vignettes, celebrated turf writer and San Diego sports journalist Hank Wesch recalls noted jockeys, infamous matchups, and the best of Del Mar. |
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| del mar racetrack history: Sports Media History John Carvalho, 2020-10-27 This research collection explores the ongoing interaction between sports, media, and society throughout important periods in history, from the nineteenth century to the present day. It examines both historical moments and broader trends in sports, with an emphasis on the media’s role. Encompassing a variety of research approaches and perspectives, the book looks at the individuals, mass media outlets and communication technologies that have affected societies on a global scale, including print, photography, broadcast (radio and television), Internet-based media, and public relations/marketing. It presents fascinating new case studies covering topics as diverse as sports journalism and the Third Reich, Argentina at the Mexico World Cup, post-9/11 sports reporting, Martina Navratilova and women’s tennis, the growth of fantasy sport, and the significance of Joe Louis and Jackie Robinson in the history of US sports reporting. This is essential reading for any researcher, student or media professional with an interest in the relationships between sports, culture, and society or in the history of media, culture, or technology. |
| del mar racetrack history: The History of the Kentucky Derby in 75 Objects Kentucky Derby Museum, Jessica K. Whitehead, 2024-04-30 To understand the Kentucky Derby is to understand the contemporary American spirit. One hundred and fifty years have passed since the Thoroughbreds of the inaugural Kentucky Derby sprang from the starting gate to race beneath the iconic Twin Spires of Churchill Downs. But the story of the greatest two minutes in sports is more than the pageantry of the horses and thrill of the people who love and celebrate the event. Through the decades, the Derby, like the state that founded it, has experienced profound moments of social, economic, and cultural change. As one of Kentucky's flagship cultural and economic institutions, the Thoroughbred racing industry must constantly reconcile with its past and think critically about the stories that have traditionally made it into the winner's circle. In the right hands, artifacts of material culture related to the Derby have the power to inspire nuanced stories of the past and shed light on marginalized voices in the industry's history. In The History of the Kentucky Derby in 75 Objects, Jessica K. Whitehead sets out to recover the accurate history of America's longest continuously held sporting event and establish a balance between well-known narratives and those that are less widely shared. Whitehead, curator of collections at the Kentucky Derby Museum, gives readers a personal tour of 75 objects from the museum. Her selections place Black, Latin American, and female riders, owners, and trainers closer to the center of the Derby story, spotlighting the contributions and achievements of groups that have played an increasingly important role in shaping the legacy of the Run for the Roses. |
| del mar racetrack history: Going My Way Ruth Prigozy, Walter Raubicheck, 2007 A study of the singer/actor's art and of his centrality to the history of twentieth-century music, film, and the entertainment industry. It uses a range of perspectives to explore Crosby's achievements. It also includes tributes and reminiscences and explores his accomplishments as an actor, businessman, and radio and television performer. |
| del mar racetrack history: The Business of Leisure Andrew Grant Wood, 2021 The Business of Leisure critically surveys a wide selection of travel practices, places, and time periods in considering the development of the hospitality industry in Latin America and the Caribbean. Considering tourism from early sojourners to contemporary dark tourism thrill seekers, contributors to The Business of Leisure examine key economic, political, social, and environmental issues. A number of eminent scholars in the field draw on original research focusing on Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, and Peru. In addition to describing key aspects of industry development in a variety of settings, contributors also consider diverse ways in which histories of travel relate to larger political and cultural questions. |
| del mar racetrack history: Ball of Fire Stefan Kanfer, 2022-10-20 'Easily the year's best Hollywood biog.' Independent on Sunday ' Ball Of Fire reveals all about house- wife superstar Lucille Ball. She made the top-rated TV show in America before her husband's serial adulteries practically sunk it.' Sunday Herald To viewers all over the world, Lucille Ball remains the ultimate screwball housewife, getting in and out of outlandish scrapes with hilarous finesse. But Stefan Kanfer's biography looks behind the image, tracing Ball's comedic genius to its beginnings in a lonely childhood in upstate New York. She yearned to make people laugh, to attain stardom and love. Then a Cuban bandleader called Desi came into her life to make her wealthy and famous -- and nearly destroyed her in the process. Kanfer chronicles the runaway success of I Love Lucy, the fiery marriage and eventual split from Desi, and Ball's struggle to manage both a business empire and her own rebellious children. 'A wonderful and poignant book . . . Kanfer portays Lucille Ball as insatiably anxious and insecure, a woman whose search for a father-figure would only ever find the unlikely and unholdable Desi . . . Kanfer pulls no punches over Lucy the pain in the neck but he gives a superb picture of how she and Desi changed television.' David Thomson |
| del mar racetrack history: Del Mar Fairgrounds Diane Y. Welch, B. Paul Welch, 22nd District Agricultural Association, 2008 The Del Mar Fairgrounds--which hosts the county's annual fair and the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club--unites local communities in an arena that attracts worldwide attention. The stunning beauties who were crowned Fairest of the Fair and the smoldering good looks of Tommy Hernandez as Don Diego symbolized the hospitality of the San Diego County Fair, whose historic roots began humbly in the genteel port town of National City, just 10 miles north of the Mexican border. That 1880 inaugural autumn fair, initiated by developer Frank A. Kimball, showcased citrus, agriculture, and horses. Today the 22nd District Agricultural Association hosts the summer fair, which features international superstars, flower shows, livestock contests, exhibits, sports events, carnival rides, and its famed fast food, together with the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club's racing meet, which has helped make the city of Del Mar a star-studded world-class destination with a colorful history. |
| del mar racetrack history: Last King of the Sports Page Ted Geltner, 2012-06-29 Part crusader, part comedian, Jim Murray was a once-in-a-generation literary talent who just happened to ply his trade on newsprint, right near the box scores and race results. During his lifetime, Murray rose through the ranks of journalism, from hard-bitten 1940s crime reporter, to national Hollywood correspondent, to the top sports columnist in the United States. In Last King of the Sports Page: The Life and Career of Jim Murray, Ted Geltner chronicles Jim Murray’s experiences with twentieth-century American sports, culture, and journalism. At the peak of his influence, Murray was published in more than 200 newspapers. From 1961 to 1998, Murray penned more than 10,000 columns from his home base at the Los Angeles Times. His offbeat humor and unique insight made his column a must-read for millions of sports fans. He was named Sportswriter of the Year an astounding fourteen times, and his legacy was cemented when he became one of only four writers to receive the prestigious Pulitzer Prize for coverage of sports. Geltner now gives readers a first look at Murray’s personal archives and dozens of fresh interviews with sports and journalism personalities, including Arnold Palmer, Mario Andretti, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Yogi Berra, Frank Deford, Rick Reilly, Dan Jenkins, Roy Firestone, and many more. Throughout his life, Murray chronicled seminal events and figures in American culture and history, and this biography details his encounters with major figures such as William Randolph Hearst, Henry Luce, Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando, John Wayne, Mickey Mantle, Muhammad Ali, and Tiger Woods. Charming and affecting moments in Murray’s career illustrate the sportswriter’s knack for being in on the big story. Richard Nixon, running for vice president on the Eisenhower ticket in 1952, revealed to Murray the contents of the “Checkers” speech so it could make the Time magazine press deadline. Media mogul Henry Luce handpicked Murray to lead a team that would develop Sports Illustrated for Time/Life in 1953, and when terrorists stormed the Olympic village at the 1972 Munich games, Murray was one of the first journalists to report from the scene. The words of sports journalist Roy Firestone emphasize the influence and importance of Jim Murray on journalism today: “I’ll say without question, I think Jim Murray was every bit as important of a sports writer—forget sport writer—every bit as important a writer to newspapers, as Mark Twain was to literature.” Readers will be entertained and awed by the stories, interviews, and papers of Jim Murray in Last King of the Sports Page. |
| del mar racetrack history: San Diego Magazine , 2007-06 San Diego Magazine gives readers the insider information they need to experience San Diego-from the best places to dine and travel to the politics and people that shape the region. This is the magazine for San Diegans with a need to know. |
| del mar racetrack history: The Art of the Short Story Wendy Martin, 2006 An ... anthology suitable for both introduction to fiction and fiction writing courses, [this text] brings you ... short stories from classic to contemporary. To illustrate the evolution of this ... genre, the stories are arranged into four historical eras, with ... introductions to each era. From short story precursors, such as Aesop's fables and fairy tales, to ZZ Packer's twenty-first-century tales of ambiguity and alienation, these stories will guide readers toward [an] understanding of the genre. -Back cover. |
| del mar racetrack history: KNOCK KNOCK Snapshots of Perfect Strangers RONALD R CROSTHWAITE, 2013-12-09 I've always been curious about what stories lay behind closed doors. Everyone has a story, but not everyone will let you in to hear it. When a career change came along late in my life, a door opened up, so to speak, giving me the opportunity to peer into some of those mysterious places. I became a sales representative for a major moving company. My job was to provide an estimate for people's impending moves. Everything they owned was laid before my eyes. I had the privilege to read their life story by simply going through their belongings. I was virtually given permission to invade their privacy. I feel very fortunate to have gained in these encounters, love, friendships, and admiration for people I would have never met on the street. |
| del mar racetrack history: The Gambler and the Bug Boy John Christgau, 2007-01-01 An account of a dark chapter in American horse racing history documents the scandal that ensued in 1939 and 1940 Los Angeles when notorious L.A. bookmaker Bernard Big Mooney threatened young jockeys if they did not fix races, with the unwilling assistance of Albert Siler, a young apprentice rider manipulated by the criminal gambler. |
| del mar racetrack history: The Handy California Answer Book Kevin Hile, 2016-09-19 Hollywood. Silicon Valley. The cities, beaches and redwoods. An enlightening look at the Sunshine State, people, history, and culture! California is the country's most populous state. The home of the entertainment industry and silicon valley. It's known for its beaches, its redwood forests, and as the “land of fruit and nuts.” Its people, industries, politicians, climate, and allure captivates the world and draws millions of visitors each year. Exploring the state’s fascinating history, people, myths, culture, and trivia, The Handy California Answer Book takes an in-depth look look at this fascinating, quirky, and diverse state. Learn about the original Indigenous peoples, the Spanish explorers, the independence from Spain, the secession from Mexico, the Gold Rush, the building of the Los Angeles Aqueducts, the earthquakes, the water shortages, and much, much more. Tour landmarks from Disney Land to the Golden Gate Bridge to Yosemite National Park. Learn about famous sons and daughters, including Ronald Reagan, Jeff Bridges, Tony Hawk, and John Steinbeck. Sports (college and professional) are illuminated. The government, parks, and cultural institutions are all packed into this comprehensive guide to the state of California. Find answers to more than 1,100 questions, including: How did “Eureka!” become the state motto? Why is a grizzly bear on the state flag when no grizzlies exist in California? Was the coast of California ever attacked by pirates? How did Russians come to colonize part of what is now California? How did the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad drastically transform the state? Does the ghost of Cary Grant still roam his favorite home in Palm Springs? Is the “Big One” earthquake inevitable, and are Californians prepared for it? How did Silicon Valley become a center for the high tech industry? Can you eat the snails in your backyard in California? Why do so many Californians want to divide the state into smaller states? What is a “Valley Girl” fer shur fer shur? Why did the Brooklyn Dodgers move to Los Angeles? Did anyone ever escape the island prison on Alcatraz? When you order your fast-food burger at In & Out “animal style,” what will land on your plate? A convenient place to go to look up the basic—and fun—facts about California, its history and culture, The Handy California Answer Book illustrates the unique character of the state through a combination of facts, stats, and stories, as well as the unusual and quirky. This informative book also includes a helpful bibliography and an extensive index, adding to its usefulness. |
| del mar racetrack history: Road Trip USA Jamie Jensen, 2018-03-20 The Road Awaits! Criss-cross the country on America's classic two-lane highways with Road Trip USA! Inside you'll find: 11 of America's favorite road trips with a flexible network of route combinations, color-coded and extensively cross-referenced to allow for hundreds of possible itineraries Mile-by-mile highlights celebrating the best of Americana, including roadside curiosities, parks, diners, and more Local history that reveals the unique personalities of small towns and big cities across the country Vintage snapshots, full-color photos, and beautiful illustrations of America both then and now Over 125 detailed driving maps covering more than 35,000 miles of classic American blacktop Expert advice from road-warrior Jamie Jensen, who cruised nearly 400,000 miles of highway in search of the perfect stretches of pavement Road Trip USA celebrates the great American road trip, and gives you the tools, resources, and inspiration to make it your own. Hit the road! |
| del mar racetrack history: Insight Guides: USA on the Road Insight Guides, 2013-02-25 Plan the perfect road trip with Insight Guide USA On The Road, an inspiring, full-colour travel guide to the ultimate American travel experience - taking to the open road across the USA:An inspirational Best of the United States section illustrates on-the-road highlights, making sure you don't miss anything these spectacular trips have to offer, from historical sites to best diners. With a longer and more in-depth history and culture section than its competitors, this guide is essential background reading for anyone who's ever dreamt of driving across the USA. The informative text, written by regional experts, is a pleasure to read and accompanied by stunning photography. Five routes covered in detail: the Atlantic Route (New York City to Florida Keys), The Northern Route (Boston to the Olympic Peninsula), the Central Route (Washington, DC to Los Angeles), the Southern Route (Atlanta to San Diego) and the Pacific Route (San Diego to Washington State). Special features on American Artists and the Road and the legendary Route 66. Lavish photo features illustrate how to make the most of your time in America's main cities. Selective listings hand-picked by our local writers for where to stay and eat; comprehensive advice to help you plan your trip: when to go, driving tips, and festivals and activities along the route. |
| del mar racetrack history: Frommer's Wonderful Weekends from Los Angeles Stephanie Avnet, 1998-04-21 This savvy guide covers all the best weekend getaways within five hours of Los Angeles, from the Palm Springs desert resorts to the Orange County Coast, from Disneyland to Hearst Castle, from Joshua Tree National Park to Catalina Island. Also included are short excursions to Mexico. Ski resorts, spectacular beaches, theme parks, wineries, wilderness, world-class golf courses, and quaint small towns: They re all included in this newest addition to the Wonderful Weekends series. You ll find details on hundreds of inns, bed-and-breakfasts, resorts, and restaurants a selective list of the very best the region has to offer, all personally selected by Stephanie Avnet and reviewed with her sophisticated style. Anyone in the Los Angeles area who s looking for romance, a few days in the great outdoors, or just a place to unwind will find the perfect getaway in this guide. Residents will treasure and trust this guide for planning weekends year-round, and visitors will find it a sophisticated companion to their explorations of southern California. Inside are full details on activities from hiking to whale watching, from shopping to wine tasting, from a day on the beach in Santa Barbara to family fun at Sea World. With accurate, detailed maps and a calendar of special events. Stephanie Avnet is a lifelong Los Angeles resident who believes that |
| del mar racetrack history: Bing Crosby Gary Giddins, 2009-11-29 From Bing Crosby's early days in college minstrel shows and vaudeville, to his first hit recordings, from his 11 year triumph as star of America's most popular radio show, to his first success in Hollywood, Gary Giddins provides a detailed study of the rise of this American star. |
| del mar racetrack history: Crawl of Fame Julie Moss, 2018-10-02 The courageous and transformative story of triathlon hall-of-fame athlete Julie Moss. In 1982, Julie Moss ran the Ironman triathlon for her college senior research project. Her idea was quirky, even crazy: a 140.6-mile combination of swimming, cycling, and running. Julie brought no triathlon experience, but she did bring a latent willpower that, the world soon found out, wouldn’t be denied. What happened next changed Ironman forever . . . After becoming the unlikely leader during the final leg, Julie fell and lost all bodily function fifteen meters (50 feet) from the finish. While on hands and knees, she watched her rival pass her. Thirty seconds later, she crawled across the line—stunning the millions who were watching on television. At age twenty-three, Julie became the instant global icon. That this young co-ed would represent such a new sport was unlikely. That she would inspire millions in the three decades years since was unthinkable. Yet, it happened. And keeps happening. In 2017 Julie won her age group in the Ironman North American Championships—racing 25 minutes faster than her 1982 Ironman. How does a 58-year-old woman beat the time of her 23-year-old self? Which begs the question, Could she also beat her 1982 time in the more demanding Kona? The world will find out in October 2018. Crawl of Fame is the long-awaited release of her incredible story. Julie describes how she found her greater purpose while lying across the finish line at Ironman 1982 — and how that greater purpose as a woman, athlete, endurance sports symbol and, now, iconic figure has defined her life and inspired others since. |
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| del mar racetrack history: Unnatural Ability Milton C. Toby, 2023-08-08 In a mere twelve months, between May 2020 and May 2021, horse racing's most recognizable face—Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert—had five horses that failed postrace drug tests. Among those was the 2021 Kentucky Derby winner, Medina Spirit. While the incident was a major scandal in the Thoroughbred racing world, it was only the latest in a series of drug-related infractions among elite athletes. Stories about systemic rule-breaking and doping culture—both human and equine—have put world-class athletes and their trainers under intense scrutiny. Each newly discovered instance of abuse forces fans to question the participants' integrity, and in the case of horse racing, their humanity. In Unnatural Ability: The History of Performance-Enhancing Drugs in Thoroughbred Racing, Milton C. Toby addresses the historical and contemporary context of the Thoroughbred industry's most pressing issue. While early attempts at boosting racehorses' performance were admittedly crude, widespread legal access to narcotics and stimulants has changed the landscape of horse racing, along with athletic governing bodies' ability to regulate it. With the sport at a critical turning point in terms of doping restrictions and sports betting, Toby delivers a comprehensive account of the practice of using performance-enhancing drugs to influence the outcome of Thoroughbred races since the late nineteenth century. Paying special attention to Thoroughbred racing's purse structure and its reliance on wagering to supplement a horse's winnings, Toby discusses how horse doping poses a unique challenge for gambling sports and what the industry and its players must do to survive the pressure to get ahead. |
| del mar racetrack history: Beaumont Kenneth M. Holtzclaw, Jeff Fox, 2007 For years, the plateau cradled between Mount San Gorgonio in the San Bernardino Mountain Range and Mount San Jacinto in the San Jacinto Mountain Range was called Summit, because it was the highest point in the San Gorgonio Pass. The Southern Pacific Railroad built a small red station at that site even before it was a town. A real estate boom followed, and the town's name metamorphosed from Summit to San Gorgonio to Beaumont. A real estate bust occurred in the late 1980s and eventually ebbed, allowing growth to once again rebound. Early years had been synonymous with stagecoach routes that passed through the San Gorgonio Pass, until the railroad became the dominant entity. Beginning with early pioneer families, there was always a strong desire to promote growth, resulting in a thriving community that arose from the meager foundations of a once-small town. |
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| del mar racetrack history: Frommer's California 2005 Harry Basch, Erika Lenkert, Matthew Poole, David Swanson, 2004-12-03 Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's California features detailed reviews and insider info on the state's spectacular beaches, national parks, vineyards, and more. Quite simply, this is the most reliable and comprehensive California guide you can buy. Whether you're looking for a romantic B&B in the Wine Country, the hippest new restaurant in San Francisco, or the best beaches in L.A. and San Diego, Frommer's California will show you the way. The guide is personally researched by longtime residents, and it's full of their candid opinions about the best their state has to offer. They've selected the very best places to stay throughout the state: lavish golf resorts, spas, stunning B&Bs, beachfront motels, and Yosemite's best campgrounds. With Frommer's in hand, you'll see it all -- from the desert to the towering redwoods, from Hollywood to Hearst Castle, from Sea World to Big Sur. You'll even get a color fold-out map! |
| del mar racetrack history: Lonely Planet Coastal California Lonely Planet, Nate Cavalieri, Brett Atkinson, Andrew Bender, Sara Benson, Alison Bing, Cristian Bonetto, Josephine Quintero, John A Vlahides, Ashley Harrell, 2018-03-01 #1 best-selling guide to Coastal California* Lonely Planet Coastal California is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get to know the rocky Big Sur coast like the locals do, hug the world’s tallest tree in Redwood National and State Parks, or take a tour of biodynamic vineyards and sample new vintages in the Napa and Sonoma wine country; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Coastal California and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Coastal California Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, politics, customs, lifestyle, visual arts, literature, music, architecture, landscapes, wildlife, earthquakes, cuisine, wine Covers San Francisco, Marin County, Bay Area, San Jose, Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Coastal Highway 1, Redwood Coast, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Disneyland, Anaheim, San Diego and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Coastal California, our most comprehensive guide to coastal California, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. Looking for a guide focused on San Francisco or Los Angeles? Check out Lonely Planet’s San Francisco guide and Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California guide for a comprehensive look at all these cities have to offer; or Pocket San Francisco and Pocket Los Angeles, handy-sized guides focused on the can’t-miss sights for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. *Best-selling guide to Coastal California. Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition. |
| del mar racetrack history: San Diego Magazine , 2011-05 San Diego Magazine gives readers the insider information they need to experience San Diego-from the best places to dine and travel to the politics and people that shape the region. This is the magazine for San Diegans with a need to know. |
| del mar racetrack history: Racing Through the Century Mary Simon, 2002 Written by Eclipse Award-winning author Simon, contributing editor of Thoroughbred Times, and filled with dramatic historical photos capturing some of the greatest racing moments, this book will catapult readers into the fast-paced and exciting world of racing. 195 photos. |
| del mar racetrack history: Mining the Home Movie Karen L. Ishizuka, Patricia Rodden Zimmermann, 2008 Features essays that combine research, critical analyses and theoretical approaches regarding the meaning and value of amateur and archival films. This book identifies home movies as methods of visually preserving history. It defines a genre of film studies and establishes the home movie as a tool for extracting historical and social insights. |
| del mar racetrack history: Beyond the Finish Line Jonathan Finn, 2020-09-23 In the 1880s photographers and sports enthusiasts confidently declared the end of dead heats in sporting competition. Reflecting a broader social belief in technology, proponents of the camera stressed that the device could provide definitive proof of who won and who lost. Yet despite this remedy for the inadequate human eye, competitive races between horses, boats, and bicycles ended too close to call a sole champion. More than a century later, when cameras can subdivide the second into ten-thousandths and beyond, athletes continue to cross the finish line in ties. In this fascinating journey through the history of the photo-finish in sports, Jonathan Finn shows how innovation was animated by a drive for ever more precise tools and a quest for perfect measurement. As he traces the technological developments inspired by this crusade - from the evolution of the still camera to movie cameras, ultimately leading to complex contemporary photo-finish systems - Finn uncovers the social implications of adopting and contesting the photograph as evidence in sport. At every turn empirical obsession intersects with the unpredictability of sports, creating a paradox wherein the precision offered by photo-finish technology far exceeds the realities of human performance and its measurement. Separating athletes by the hundredth, thousandth, or ten-thousandth of a second is often a fiction that comes with significant material and cultural implications. A lively biography of a critical technology, Beyond the Finish Line illuminates the cultural role of the photo-finish in win-at-all-costs culture and warn that in our pursuit for precision we may threaten the human element of sport that galvanizes mere spectators into fans. |
| del mar racetrack history: San Diego Magazine , 2007-07 San Diego Magazine gives readers the insider information they need to experience San Diego-from the best places to dine and travel to the politics and people that shape the region. This is the magazine for San Diegans with a need to know. |
| del mar racetrack history: San Diego Magazine , 2007-09 San Diego Magazine gives readers the insider information they need to experience San Diego-from the best places to dine and travel to the politics and people that shape the region. This is the magazine for San Diegans with a need to know. |
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| del mar racetrack history: San Diego Magazine , 2008-08 San Diego Magazine gives readers the insider information they need to experience San Diego-from the best places to dine and travel to the politics and people that shape the region. This is the magazine for San Diegans with a need to know. |
| del mar racetrack history: San Diego - Frommer's Travel Guides Stephanie Avnet Yates, 1998-09 The most authoritative, easy-to-use guide a traveller can buy. |
| del mar racetrack history: Moreno Valley Kenneth M. Holtzclaw, Moreno Valley Historical Society, 2007 The original inhabitants of Moreno Valley were Native Americans, the Cahuilla and Shoshone. Rock drawings and granite metate bowls used to grind acorns can still be found in this area. This was the setting found by the early Spanish explorers. The first small town to appear in the valley was Alessandro, built in 1888 along old Highway 395, a mile or so south of Alessandro Boulevard and extending a short distance east to what later became Alessandro Flying Field. As agriculture in the area increased water demands, severe drought caused a decrease in the water supply, and a few years later, the entire valley was nearly deserted except for a few dry farms producing wheat, oats, and barley. Two facilities, March Air Force Base and Camp Haan, spurred growth during World War II, and water was imported to the area, resulting in the approximately 175,000-person metropolis of Moreno Valley witnessed today. |
| del mar racetrack history: The Strength of the Wolf Douglas Valentine, 2013-10-01 Voted Outstanding Academic Title in 2004 by Choice. The Strength of the Wolf is the first complete history of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics (FBN), which existed from 1930 until its wrenching termination in 1968. The most successful federal law enforcement agency ever, the FBN was populated by some of the most amazing characters in American history, many of whom the author interviewed for this book. Working as undercover agents and with mercenary informers around the globe, these freewheeling case making agents penetrated the Mafia and the French connection, breaking all the rules in the process, and uncovering the Establishment's ties to organized crime. Targeted by the FBI and the CIA, the case-makers were, ironically, victims of their own fabulous success in hunting down society's predators. An incredible, never-before-told story, The Strength of the Wolf provides a new, exciting, and revealing look at an important chapter in American history. |
| del mar racetrack history: Growing Up in Burbank Wesley H. Clark, Michael B. McDaniel, 2017-11-27 Life in Burbank during the '60s and '70s was an unparalleled experience. From biking Lucky Busters trail to enjoying movies at the Cornell Theater and shopping at The Akron, Burbankers' choices of entertainment seemed endless. Relive fond memories of dining out at Genio's, the Dip or Santoro's. Recall visits to the Golden Mall before heading home to watch Dark Shadows on television. While some of the local icons may have changed, the spirit has remained the same--and it's waiting to be rediscovered. Authors Wes Clark and Mike McDaniel guide you through their hometown and remember the fads, the hijinks and the places that made Burbank the place it is today. |
| del mar racetrack history: Moon Coastal California Stuart Thornton, 2018-11-13 From foggy cliffs and towering redwoods to warm sands and legendary surf, explore the best of the golden coast with Moon Coastal California. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries including six days in Central California, five days on the North Coast, and multiple road trip itineraries that can be combined into an epic two-week Pacific Coast road trip Strategic advice for families, adventure seekers, romantic getaways, outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, and more The top beaches for surfing, wildlife viewing, solitude, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, and more Unique experiences and can't-miss highlights: Soak up the solitude and rugged beauty of the North Coast beaches, or opt for sun and sand in San Diego. Explore the world-class museums and plunging city streets of San Francisco, sip your way through Napa and Sonoma, or gaze at skyscraping redwoods in Muir Woods. Catch a wave in a classic surf town, explore sea caves by kayak, or hike winding cliffside trails. Feast on local Dungeness crab, sample stouts at a coastal microbrewery, or find the best tacos in Los Angeles Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Expert advice from Monterey local and surfer Stuart Thornton on where to stay, where to eat, and how to get around Background information on California's landscape, plants and animals, history, and culture Handy tips for international visitors, seniors, families with kids, LGBTQ+ travelers, and travelers with disabilities With Moon Coastal California's local insight and practical know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Hitting the road? Try Moon California Road Trip. Headed to the national parks? Check out Moon Death Valley National Park or Moon Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon. |
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DEL是删除键，DEL的英文全拼是Delete，因此DEL键也称“Delete键”。 它的功能一般是将选中的信息删除掉，与“退格键”backspace有相似的地方。 DEL键在普通电脑键盘中一般有两个位置，一个是在方 …
DEL键是什么? - 百度知道
DEL键是delete的缩写，删除的意思，在普通键盘的方向键上方左边第一个键，一般笔记本键盘的右上方第一、第二个键的位置。 DEL键作用： 1、DEL键单独使用是具有删除的作用，在文档里面或者是其 …
键盘中的DEL是什么意思？ - 百度知道
键盘中的DEL是什么意思？“del”是“Delete”的缩写，意思是删除的意思。但在键盘上，却有一个Delete键和del键。Delete键，在主键盘的右边，单独按它时，它只有一个功能：删除光标后的字符；del键， …
电脑键盘上的Delete是什么意思? - 百度知道
Delete键在键盘上显示的是DEL。这个是一个快速删除键。例如我们在删除文件的时候，一般都是右击需要删除的文件，然后在点击右键菜单中的删除。这样操作起来相比使用DEL键来说比较麻烦。而使 …
键盘上的Delete和小键盘上的Del有什么区别 - 百度知道
Nov 21, 2005 · 键盘上的Delete和小键盘上的Del有什么区别1、键盘上的Delete是删除的用途；2、当数字小键盘区NumLock灯亮时，两个delete和Del的用途是不一样的。Del则是输入点点的作用。3、当 …
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Aug 5, 2024 · α、β、γ、δ、ε、σ、ξ、ω怎么读？本文将为您介绍一系列希腊字母的读音，包括Alpha（/ælfə/，读作“阿尔法 ...
月份的英文缩写及全名 - 百度知道
月份 英文缩写以及读法 一月 Jan. January[ˈdʒænjuəri] 二月 Feb. February[ˈfebruəri] 三月 Mar. March[mɑ:tʃ]
清理C盘垃圾的CMD命令大全（15个实用CMD命令帮助您高效清 …
Nov 16, 2024 · 清理C盘垃圾的CMD命令大全（15个实用CMD命令帮助您高效清理C盘垃圾）在使用Windows操作系统的过程中，C盘往往会积累大量的垃圾文件，占据了宝贵的磁盘空间。
电脑一开机就进入bios，一直循环的，就是进入不了系统，怎么办…
首先，按Ctrl+Alt+Del键，重启； 然后按照以下方法尝试修复： 1、有些用户所配置的电脑主板加入了许多功能，然而BIOS的设置不正确就会导致电脑启动会导致这个故障. 解决办法：恢复BIOS默认值。 …
alt和win键互换了怎么改回来_百度问一问 - 百度知道
Jun 15, 2023 · 您好，如果Alt键和Win键的位置互换了,可以通过以下两种方法改回来:第一种方法: 使用键盘快捷键Ctrl+Alt+Del,打开任务管理器。在任务管理器窗口中,选择“更改键盘布局”选项。在弹出的 …
DEL是什么键，在键盘哪里的 - 百度知道
DEL是删除键，DEL的英文全拼是Delete，因此DEL键也称“Delete键”。 它的功能一般是将选中的信息删除掉，与“退格键”backspace有相似的地方。 DEL键在普通电脑键盘中一般有两个位 …
DEL键是什么? - 百度知道
DEL键是delete的缩写，删除的意思，在普通键盘的方向键上方左边第一个键，一般笔记本键盘的右上方第一、第二个键的位置。 DEL键作用： 1、DEL键单独使用是具有删除的作用，在文档 …
键盘中的DEL是什么意思？ - 百度知道
键盘中的DEL是什么意思？“del”是“Delete”的缩写，意思是删除的意思。但在键盘上，却有一个Delete键和del键。Delete键，在主键盘的右边，单独按它时，它只有一个功能：删除光标后的 …
电脑键盘上的Delete是什么意思? - 百度知道
Delete键在键盘上显示的是DEL。这个是一个快速删除键。例如我们在删除文件的时候，一般都是右击需要删除的文件，然后在点击右键菜单中的删除。这样操作起来相比使用DEL键来说比较 …
键盘上的Delete和小键盘上的Del有什么区别 - 百度知道
Nov 21, 2005 · 键盘上的Delete和小键盘上的Del有什么区别1、键盘上的Delete是删除的用途；2、当数字小键盘区NumLock灯亮时，两个delete和Del的用途是不一样的。Del则是输入点点的作 …
α、β、γ、δ、ε、σ、ξ、ω怎么读？ - 百度知道
Aug 5, 2024 · α、β、γ、δ、ε、σ、ξ、ω怎么读？本文将为您介绍一系列希腊字母的读音，包括Alpha（/ælfə/，读作“阿尔法 ...
月份的英文缩写及全名 - 百度知道
月份 英文缩写以及读法 一月 Jan. January[ˈdʒænjuəri] 二月 Feb. February[ˈfebruəri] 三月 Mar. March[mɑ:tʃ]
清理C盘垃圾的CMD命令大全（15个实用CMD命令帮助您高效清理…
Nov 16, 2024 · 清理C盘垃圾的CMD命令大全（15个实用CMD命令帮助您高效清理C盘垃圾）在使用Windows操作系统的过程中，C盘往往会积累大量的垃圾文件，占据了宝贵的磁盘空间。
电脑一开机就进入bios，一直循环的，就是进入不了系统，怎么办…
首先，按Ctrl+Alt+Del键，重启； 然后按照以下方法尝试修复： 1、有些用户所配置的电脑主板加入了许多功能，然而BIOS的设置不正确就会导致电脑启动会导致这个故障. 解决办法：恢 …
alt和win键互换了怎么改回来_百度问一问 - 百度知道
Jun 15, 2023 · 您好，如果Alt键和Win键的位置互换了,可以通过以下两种方法改回来:第一种方法: 使用键盘快捷键Ctrl+Alt+Del,打开任务管理器。在任务管理器窗口中,选择“更改键盘布局”选项 …
