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U. S. turfmen expected that because of Phar Lap's prestige this method of training might gain popularity; that because of his death, owners of notable racehorses might be reluctant to risk sending them abroad.

From Time Magazine Archive

Owned by Lee Rosenberg, a Manhattan cotton broker little known to turfmen, Kerry Patch is not particularly well-bred, had been conspicuously unsuccessful this year.

From Time Magazine Archive

In Lexington, turfmen deserted conservative churches they had attended all their lives, went to the beautiful new $225,000 edifice.

From Time Magazine Archive

The magazine Horse & Horseman gave the honor to Seabiscuit on the recommendation of 25 leading turfmen.

From Time Magazine Archive

"Were both of your husbands turfmen?" asked the girl, curiously.

From Why Joan? by Kelly, Eleanor Mercein