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tlie same time the Chillicotlie course opened anew ; the reports 

 were published, which can be seen by reference to the " Spirit." 

 There were at that time about 15 regular race courses in the 

 State. 



Meetings were held at Columbus and Dayton every fall, and 

 racing was continued over these courses until 1846. There were 

 also some additions of new courses in the northern part of the 

 State. In 18-46, however, it all died, away, and has never been 

 revived. 



The action of our wise Legislature has done this ; there is 

 not a single course in Ohio, where regular meetings are held 

 for turf racing. There have been a few trotting matches. Tlie 

 Queen City course belongs to Ohio but is situated in Kentucky, 

 it is the only show we have. The interest that was becom- 

 ing so prominent in the raising of Uood stock, has subsided, and 

 with that of course our stock must depreciate. 



In the eastern and north-eastern part of the State there have 

 been a few trotting meetings, but I can say nothing about them. 



I regret that I am unable, for want of time, to send you a 

 more complete history. This as it is, I most cheerfully furnish, 

 and wish you much success for your commendable undertaking. 

 Believe me, sir, 



Yery respectfully yours, 



JOSHUA CLEME^^TS. 

 To H. W. Heebeet, I^ewark, E". J. 



