Concessionaire questionnaire and exhibit files, 1932-1954 (bulk 1953-1954).

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Concessionaire questionnaire and exhibit files, 1932-1954 (bulk 1953-1954).

The Commission collected these completed questionnaires in order to collect information on financial and business dealings between harness racing associations and corporations holding concessions from such associations. The questionnaires required detailed background and financial information from concessionaires (suppliers of programs, food, souvenirs, parking, or other goods or services), including the attachment of relevant documentation.

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