. Breeder and sportsman. Horses. Saturday, November 2, 1912.] THE BREEDER AND SPORTSMAN PLEASANTON'S BIG FAIR. The first impression one receives as the old Pleas- anton race track and its grandstand comes to view is, that there have been many radical changes made here recently. It does not take long, however, to realize what these changes are, but the more one looks the greater and more beautiful they appear. The road that used to end in a mud bank just be- yond the old entrance to the track, has been extended for over a quarter of a mile. It is nicely graveled and has sidewalks. The new wire
. Breeder and sportsman. Horses. Saturday, November 2, 1912.] THE BREEDER AND SPORTSMAN PLEASANTON'S BIG FAIR. The first impression one receives as the old Pleas- anton race track and its grandstand comes to view is, that there have been many radical changes made here recently. It does not take long, however, to realize what these changes are, but the more one looks the greater and more beautiful they appear. The road that used to end in a mud bank just be- yond the old entrance to the track, has been extended for over a quarter of a mile. It is nicely graveled and has sidewalks. The new wire fence with its green-painted, white-capped posts, similar to the one which surrounds the miles of property in this valley owned by the Spring Valley Water Works, makes one think it must all belong to the Pleasanton Driving Park. A splendid octangular building has recently been erected for the holding of exhibits of the Alameda County Fair stands within two hundred feet from the boundary line, or road. It is a neatly constructed edifice with a cement floor and gallery. These floors are divided into sections and each section is filled with the best specimens of fruit, vegetables and farm products that could be gathered. Adjoining this building is another frame edifice and in it are as fine specimens of poultry as can be found in any part of the United States. Near the entrance is a little cage in which some beautiful pheasants, quail and bob whites are strutting up and down, and adjoining it is another cage with a cement basin filled with water. This place is occupied by some mallard ducks. On the opposite side of the road is the usual array of side shows to furnish fun and laughter for all who cared to "take a ; Beyond this are the buildings for the cattle, sheep and hogs; and some of the choicest prize winners at the California State Fair accupied stalls and pens here. Going along a little further it was noticed that Mr. R. J. MacKenzie was right in his declara
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