Board proceedings transcripts, 1969-1979.

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Board proceedings transcripts, 1969-1979.

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Regular monthly and special Illinois Racing Board meeting transcripts concern racing date applications; racing schedule changes; license approval or denial (e.g., jockey; groom; trainer); rules and regulations; racing officials; wagering; political contributions made by track officials; cruel and abusive treatment of horses; racing legislation; stable fees; horse diseases; charity races; track facilities; fire safety; workmen's compensation; race track personnel insurance; racial discrimination; criminal participation in the sport; track security; horse mortality on the track; touting; race fixing; concessionaire contracts; horse registration; affirmative action; horse medications; and Sunday racing. Also included are Legislative Investigating Commission public hearing transcripts concerning irregularities in racing dates set by the board.

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When horse racing parimutuel wagering was legalized (1927), the licensing was handled by the Department of Agriculture which was authorized to specify race times and locations; and to employ inspectors to ensure compliance with parimutuel system rules. The Illinois Racing Commission (1933-1941), composed of three members appointed by the Governor, was given these racing and wagering responsibilities. Additionally, the Commission was authorized to set rules, regulations, and racing conditions for...