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Fairgrounds Harness Race
July 14, 1944
One horse and racer on the track in front of the judges stand during a harness race at a fairgrounds. Signs visible promote county fairs in Darlington and Monroe, and a political sign for Taylor G....
Auto Racing
June 22, 1952
Racers coming into the first turn of the first five-mile heat at the Dane County Fair Grounds. Shows five racers and background crowd.
Harness Racers Neck and Neck
Five harness racing horses, sulkies, and drivers race around the Wisconsin State Fair track as an audience watches from the grandstand.
Buggy Race at Jackson County Fairgrounds
Outdoor view across track towards horses and racing buggies turning a curve in front of a large grandstand. Probably at the Jackson County fairgrounds.
Two Women in Bathing Suits
July 14, 1944
Two women in bathing suits standing on pier.
