"21" Club Jockey W/ b.a. Dario Owner's Plaque

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Sz: 13"H x 4 1/2"Sq @ base

B.A. Dario (1894-1996) or "Lucky" as he was known made his reputation around … Read more Sz: 13"H x 4 1/2"Sq @ base

B.A. Dario (1894-1996) or "Lucky" as he was known made his reputation around Providence, RI as one of the largest Buick dealers in New England.

HORSE BREEDING:

Along with his successful car business he also had a love for thoroughbred horses which he turned into a successful breeding farm.

RACETRACK OWNER:

From there he bought a small horse track called Pascoag Park Racetrack in Pascoag, RI, He later went on to build Lincoln Downs Racetrack in Lincoln, RI and made it one of the most modern tracks in its day. It opened for business on July 7, 1947 and accommodated 5,800 spectators in the grandstand, plus 2,000 more in the clubhouse and turf club. See less