Del Mar Racetrack

Del Mar Racetrack
Author: Kenneth M. Holtzclaw
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2006
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780738531465

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

Del Mar Racetrack
Author: Kenneth M. Holtzclaw
Publisher: Arcadia Library Editions
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2006-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781531617486

Where the Turf Meets the Surf entered horseracing lore after the 22nd District Agriculture Association (DAA) established a 241-acre fairground at Del Mar that included a stadium and one-mile oval racetrack in the 1930s. The venue gave an enterprising trio the impetus to bring thoroughbred racing to the San Diego County coast. The Del Mar Turf Club was led by Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby, Pat O'Brien, and Bill Quigley. A DAA contract to hold a 55-day annual racing season was secured, and on opening day, July 3, 1937, the velvet-voiced "Der Bingle" greeted the first patrons at the gate. Racing established the Del Mar name beyond California, but it was suspended in 1942 for World War II. The Marines moved in and the Del Mar Turf Club Aircraft Division formed to manufacture wing ribs for B-17s. Racing reopened in 1945 to continued success under the direction of Del Mar Thoroughbred Club president Joe Harper.

Del Mar

Del Mar
Author: Hank Wesch
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2011-06-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 1614231508

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.

Backside

Backside
Author:
Publisher: Worthy Shorts Inc
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2008
Genre: Horse racing
ISBN: 0981845304

Behind-the-scenes photos document the activities that occur in the everyday life of the thoroughbred horses and the people who care for them on the backstretch of the Del Mar racetrack.

Del Mar Fairgrounds

Del Mar Fairgrounds
Author: Diane Y. Welch
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2008
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780738558226

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 At 75

Del Mar At 75
Author: Jay Privman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2012-06-01
Genre: Horse racing
ISBN: 9780984964703

"DEL MAR AT 75, Where the Turf Meets the Surf celebrates Del Mar's 75th anniversary. The book presents a "day in the life" at Del Mar, starting in the early hours at the barns, running through an afternoon at the races and finishes with the nightlife of concerts and nighttime quiet. The book also includes a short history of Del Mar, featuring classic black and white photos from the track's historic early days. Photographer Barry Myers photographed at Del Mar during parts of 4 seasons so he could be at the track each and every day of the meet as well as before and after it. Jay Privman, award-winning writer for Daily Racing Form and television commentator wrote the text and captions" --from Daily Racing Form website.

Del Mar's Golden Era of Stardom

Del Mar's Golden Era of Stardom
Author: Kenneth M. Holtzclaw
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 110
Release: 2017-01-05
Genre:
ISBN: 9781540648877

This book takes us back to the early days of Del Mar shortly after the time the Del Mar Racetrack was established and numerous Hollywood celbrities came here to the Thoroughbred racetrack to the horse races. There was also a yearly fare here. Many of the celebities became well known here and some even established homes here. Reading about each of their individual contributions to this little town of Del Mar and stories of them can be found by many who frequented here. The book is an interresting and enjoyable read.