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? Horses to Watch - Horses who impressed Daily Racing Form representatives as being ready to wim: , ARLINGTON PARK 4 FLYING PAT — Ran a good race last time put and may be capable of beating a field of ,000 claiming sprinters. EDUCT — Two-year-old from the Hooper Stable who figures to graduate from the maiden ranks if entered for ,500 or ?i«s. COMMANDANT — Has been showing up well in morning trials here and may be capable of turning on the power first out. GOLD FIGHTER— Half mile works have been exceptionally good. Recently went ; in. :45%. If will go on, looks like a goodie. COMMODORE M!— Non -starting two-year-old in the Calumet Stable. They tell us this fellow can run a bit. VERY SPECIAL— This one is in fine condition at present and might have won • recently, but for going wide. ICEBERG IL— Although Tieaten on the turf recently, will likely prove to be one of t.Vu» V pst errsuns nmnprs rvn fViA err m 1 n H c I Is worth following. TWO FISTED— When they stretch the two-year-olds out to five and one-half fur-Jongs, this one may graduate from the maiden ranks. :PtJBLlCK— This was a supposed good thing -in. first start here and finished second. May forget to stop next time. VIRGINIA OAKS— Was in some trouble in last outing and could be coming up to a filming race. You might do worse. KING — Here is one to tab. Has been working well and his last race back of Eternal iuest was a smasher. NATCHEZ -GIRL— It should not be long now before this filly becomes a winner. Was deemed good enough to be shipped to Detroit to start in a stake. DETROIT SISTCME — Quick three-year-old filly can handle muddy or dry track and recently worked five furlongs in 1:01%. handily in slop. BIG MONEY — Crack four-year-old colt stepped five-eighths mile in :59 handily and comes from good stable. ROAD-STAR — Maiden two-year-old colt worked six furlongs in 1 : 14% handily and seems due for early trip to winners ring. . CAJAC* — VanBerg sprint star was never .better and whirled four furlongs last week in :47 handily. IJPLTROON — Kosiba Stable plater has been showing marked improvement and seems ready to whip field of ,500 class sprinters. DUSTLIGHT — Finished strongly in a six-furlong dash last week and probably needed the race. UOCATiTiULA — Improves with racing and last start against ,000-class rivals was sharp performance. SCALE — Maiden three-year-old filly gave fair effort in only appearance of meeting. AVACADO- Shaffer filly worked six furlongs in 1:13 and displayed speed in only Detroit start. PASSING JACK— Displayed Tiigh speed in recent trial, stepping three furlongs in :34%: ENGLISH FLIGHT— Maiden two-year-old has been showing improvement in recent races and soon should earn initial set of brackets. AQUEDUCT HOWS TRICKS — Was practically, left at post in previous engagement," then met with interference in later running. Merits chance for atonement. SUNSHINE NELL— Has always displayed decided fondness for local strip and should continue winning ways against Handicap rivais. CASE GOODS — Talented juvenile continues to train cleverly as recent half mile in :48 flat would indicate. RAMBLING MARY— Appeared a trifle short last time and that one may have , served as the necessary tightener. GIRL— Slight drop in classification fAINSBORO is all required for this better- than-average performer. SDNAS PICK — Was knocked to his knees leaving the gate in last start and lost all chance. Tab for future score against similar rivals. ESSAYIST — TJhis juvenile possesses good early speed and appears ready to leave maiden ranks at next asking. lOODWINK — Was in close quarters during entire stretch run when bested by Outsmart. May reverse decision in their jaext outing-. ICTIONARY — Has been close up in recent starts and appears ready to turn back ,500 opponents. VANS MOUNTAIN— Closed resolutely in sprint test and probably will show to better advantage at a longer distance. LUE JEANS— Has been showing to better advantage while being rated in last two starts. Tab for future score. TT FIDDLE — Was defeated the narrowest of margins in last Could score next time if not too ambitiously placed. BLALL OF FAME — Recent mile work in 1:41 over Belmont training track sug- rests this one is ready for top performance. RAIN DEAR S — Two-year-old maiden filly continues to improve with racing and is jeady to earn initial set of brackets. MONMOUTH PARK PICTURE CARD— All of this veterans recent races have been poor, but he could be closer to victory than those performances indicate. PASS PLAY — Has had two good tightening efforts over this track and judicious placing at a distance of ground is all that is now needed. MIGGLES — Big, good-looking filly has a world of early speed and her race on Thursday might have given her i;he necessary edge. MUCHO MAS — Plater has been training well and he is reported ready at the first asking. SCOBEYVILLE— New Jersey-bred colt continues to turn in some of the best morn- ing trials recorded over this course and ~ he should have little difficulty handling anything but the best. WAR COMMAND— Small, but handsome son of War Admiral may have been a clinrf frv "hit? rff *-it*4- Vi m~* 1ac4 moV i»a auvi w iwa andxa.ua.u u»c laou ncco. and it is probable that none of those opponents will be able to handle him again. REJANE — Unimpressive looking, but well-bred daughter of Relic and Jane F., appears to be particularly fond of the local course and an end to her winning streak is not in sight. SETUBAL— Argentine-bred had a poor post position and can not be held responsible for his unimpressive showing in the Longfellow Handicap. He is improving, and should go well in an overnight. MAID OF FLIGHT— Juvenile filly appeared to have needed her debut effort and graduation from the maiden ranks can be anticipated the next time. OUR COOKIE— Gave a sharp effort for his first outing of the year and he will be tough to handle if he remains in ,000-,000 company. PALACE-CIRCLES — Filly has not been very impressive here, but she moves up seyeraL lengths when racing over an "off" track. DELAWARE PARK IRWIN W.— Closed well in final stages of last and should handle ,000 maidens. " SEEBIT — Flattened out after setting the pace last week and may regain winning form when sprinted. HELAYYA — Route-running mare had sprint conditioner recently and needs only suitable conditions for a victory. PROMPTNESS — Capable of victory if astutely placed. Was a good third in last. ALBION — Turned in a fair effort for new trainer and could improve further if steels are again used. FLEET GOLD — Promising filly may have deprived herself of victory through, antics in gate recently. GANDER — Promising Jeffords two-year-old should earn brackets against non-winners of two. BLENMINT — Scored impressively in most recent sortie and another victory seems likely if not ambitiously placed. WAR OF ROSES— Excellent effort In Christiana. Stakes assures an early graduation for this youngster. EMERGENCY FREE — Has shown improvement in training and recently turned in a mile in 1:43. DUELING — Three-year-old filly was scratched on Friday to await a spot later in meeting. NARRAGANSETT PARK PINOCCmO — This Confiado gelding was was reaching his peak during the final days of the recent Suffolk Downs meet ing ana snouiu. pi we auwc»iiu xu the meeting. U. S. NAVY— A speedy sprinter who was up against the best offered at Boston and probably will relish a change in scenery. LADY BENT — The Roman Bout miss encountered bad racing luck in her last outing and should make amends under her new ownership. PACOY— Should fare better when se»t middle distances at this meeting. TOP BRASS— Last was enough endorsement needed to rate this one a chance against cheap platers over a distance of ground. FINE ART— Has been displaying steady improvement and may prove hard to handle in next outing. SHO SHOO BABY— Has been on the grounds for ten days and training well enough suggest an early visit to winners circle. BLAZING — Has been "blazing" the track in morning hours. Looks like a winner at first asking. SHADOWS START— Has been freshened up and recent trials indicate his fitness. [MISS JOANNE — Turned in a recent smart move at Suffolk Downs before shipping here, to indicate she has not lost any of her speed. CRANWOOD PARK - REKAMRELIOB — Has run two poor races, but should improve greatly oyer an off strip. He is capable of beating a cheap field over a distance of ground. DOE HEAD— Was short over a distance of i ground last Thursday. This Kendrick • K~* liHiiiiiir:- » ! ■ g**- : CX3UKT C— Sbo imi¥t irMJy wwr u hiis; race of last Thursday. Appears ready for a winning move. SHELDON DUCRET — Closed gamely in his most recent outing, but prefers a bit .more distance. Will be hard to beat at a mile and one furlong. PENNON — Closed willingly here on Thursday and may be ready to have picture _ snapped. IVY BOY— Apepars to be rounding back into winning -form and should lead the parade in his next race. THUNDERTOWN— Was taken to the outside throughout his last race. If given a stronger ride, the Littletown gelding may prove to be a winner. BROWN PET— Has been running over her head in last -few races. If placed in a -lower bracket, she may get home first at seven, furlongs. FAUCHELEVENT — Appears to be the best two-year-old on the grounds and should come right back with another victory. GRACE BROWN— Showed a tremendous improvement in her last race and could be working up to a victory. STANLEY— Turned in a poor effort here last time out, but figures to improve greatly in next effort at a half mile. FAIRMOUNT PARK MARY H. — Recent arrival from Kentucky; a very fast filly, won six out of ten starts last year. DONALD SEA— One of the better two-year-olds on the grounds; won a very impressive juvenile race here. Is really sharp at this time. SILVER VALJEAN— Top sprinter, fits in with the better -type, short-distance runners. Always gives an honest .effort. MISS VOODOO— Recent winner over this racing strip; a real nice juvenile. Has plenty of early foot. -STILTON— An impressive, winner here his first out; was shelved for a short time by vet, but now is back in tip-top shape as works show. BARBIE B. — A very fast sprinter, gets away from the gate in good shape; usually sets the pace. Tough with own kind of company. WORTHY — Lots of speed, stays right in there pitching at all times. Is due for a set of brackets. JUNIOR — Prefers the longer routes, has plenty- of stamina and fits in with the better-type distance runners. " WISE. NEEDLE— Superior mudder as a recent race which he won. by 30 lengths shows; can alio turn in a top effort over the dry. Is at best over a route. GREY MIKE— A recent arrival from Chicago. One of the better sprinters; is in capable hands. Should annex a purse soon. CITY NEWS— A maiden that is overdue to graduate r has shown some very impressive races over this oval. Look for an early graduation out of the maiden ranks. TEAPOY — Very consistent sprinter, never turns in a dull effort and is game to the core. RIVER~DOWNS DARBY DAMOUR— Honest 10-year-old gelding who needed first start of season in worst way. Should show marked improvement in next go. HOLD DOR — Has had two good seconds at this meeting while racing against stiff company. Is still a maiden and might drop into -soft field some afternoon. TRUCHON— Another Chilean who galloped right back to morning works. Class remains unsettled, but should be •observed very carefully. CHIEF GENOA — Grand looking son of The Doge — Anita Gem, who left maiden ranks to the tune of 1:00, flat, for five furlongs. Could be a nice two-year-old. GIFT MAEDIC — Brushed momentarily during crucial stage of last route race whilp rallvinc frnm far hanlr TsToirf rono should atone for this impediment. SIR FANAR — Has simply got to win race in near future. Keeps on knocking at the door of non-winners in 1953. YARDTOWN— Showed signs of coming to hand in last River Downs race. This fellow might pay off in a route race some day. ALABAMA BELLE — Wanted no part Nof distance race last outing. Is. a first a-ss sprinter if not knocked out by distance attempt. SQUADS LEFT — This fellow has been amazing with his speed in only two local starts. Needs only bit more stamina to earn purse. JUNIORS HOBBY— Getting stronger with each race. Should return dividends as long as company remains cheap. DIANA ROSSY— Likes this track, and has had two good races over course. Just ready for the hittin right now. OMAHA FRENCH NAVY— Cheap router who always tells you when he is ready. Last race was the tipoff, finished third from far back. EASY DOUGH— Was sewed up on the rail in stretch duel last out. Might have won with room. Ready for best. BIRD FLIGHT— Rough trip in last. Covered enough ground to have changed the outcome if the two who beat her had traveled same path. CHARBOB — Pocketed after the start in last and ran like a wild horse when clear, to finish third. Next time may make amends. FREDA MAY — Was unextended in recent triumph. More where that came from. THISTLE DOG — Another who figures strongly to repeat. Won like a good one in seasonal debut. Could beat most anything with and price tag. GARRYMARK— Now running where he belongs. Distance a trifle short for him last time when he finished a fast-closing second. Should score in same classification. BURG LADY— Walked away from the gate then circle the field to finish in a dead heat in last. Next time at six furlongs or further. MAGIC CITY— Good now, should take another. Has been sprinting but acts like one who can go a route. Will waste no efforts from now on. Next start at any distance. ARAPAHOE — Veteran who is just coming to himself. Moxed too late last time and finished second on the overland. Worthy of another chance. MEDINA COUNTY— Youngster who won in convincing fashion and is dangerous in any company henceforth. CLASSIE LASSIE— Forced to take up sharply in the stretch when making a run for it. Should atone soon with, bet- -ter racing luck.
