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Robert H.
May 11, 2003
Obituaries
Tom Braly, owner of racehorse Evening Jewel, dies at 72; Virginia B. Smith, former head of Mills and Vassar colleges, dies at 87; Robert P. Biller, longtime USC administrator, dies at 73
Sept. 4, 2010
Sports
When ballots were issued for the Eclipse Awards, many conscientious voters agonized over the choice between Alysheba and Personal Ensign more than they did over the race between Bush and Dukakis.
Jan. 7, 1989
An old racehorse named Shakis finished his career symbolically at Hollywood Park, going full speed across the finish line, no other horse in front of him.
Nov. 29, 2008
Even the negativists who say Real Quiet and Victory Gallop aren’t exceptional racehorses had to come away from the Belmont Stakes with a new respect for the two combatants.
June 8, 1998
If this was a press conference for a consolation prize, why was everybody smiling?
April 27, 1993
PASSINGS: Tom Braly, Virginia B. Smith, Robert P. Biller
Travel & Experiences
The lights are on, but nobody’s home--they’re all out looking at the lights 5 to 5:40 p.m.: You can start your holiday lights tour in almost any neighborhood.
Dec. 15, 1994
California
John Balzar’s Nov. 28 commentary, “Moonbeams and Hope,” was thought-provoking and so much needed.
Dec. 3, 2001
A year ago, Doc Falcon did not race with a lot of heart.
May 3, 1987