Cary T. Grayson to Alice Gertrude Gordon Grayson
Title
Cary T. Grayson to Alice Gertrude Gordon Grayson
Creator
Grayson, Cary T. (Cary Travers), 1878-1938
Identifier
WWP16512
Date
1923 September 29
Source
Cary T. Grayson Papers, Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Staunton, Virginia
Language
English
Text
Dearest Trudie
Strange as it may seem, Joe Widener made a strong speech in my behalf as the best sports man in the Jockey Club and he hoped My Own would be the one chosen. The others members were not non committal except Belmont and, he shows plainly he favors Zen. I had quite a “run in” with Belmont—but he acknowledged he was wrong, so that ended the matter. Will tell you all about it when we meet. Unless public opinion runs runs too strong against Zen between now and October 6—that Committee will name Zen. The majority of trainers; and members of the Jockey Club and the public favor My Own. Of course, this is my private opinion to you, about the attitude of the committee.
Davis is getting the house cleaned. The plasterer is slow. Davis has a temporary cook. The boys train arrives at 7.15 and I will be on hand to meet them, so will Mason at the Station.
I had two gay nights in New York—Went with Woodward and Robert Gerry to see the Varieties of 1923—Too gay—but good in spots. Thursday night dined with Bernie—afterwards Bernie & Mrs Baruch and René went to see Nifties of 1923. I liked it very much.—Returned on the B & O and arrived Friday am in time for breakfast—As President of the Riding Club called at White House to extend it’s privileges etc to President Coolidge. He seemed glad to see me and insisted I sit down and have a little chat with him. Hazen was with me. Racing begins at Laurel Tuesday. You have a guests badge etc.
Vultilla ran third a few days ago—only beaten a neck and a head from first place. It is very warm here now but I hope for better weather by the time you all get home.
Miss Edith is anxious to go to the rocks at Belmont Park if My Own is named—I am delighted with the picture of you and the boys, I am so glad you had it taken—Many, many thanks. Much love to you all—
Yours
Cary
Strange as it may seem, Joe Widener made a strong speech in my behalf as the best sports man in the Jockey Club and he hoped My Own would be the one chosen. The others members were not non committal except Belmont and, he shows plainly he favors Zen. I had quite a “run in” with Belmont—but he acknowledged he was wrong, so that ended the matter. Will tell you all about it when we meet. Unless public opinion runs runs too strong against Zen between now and October 6—that Committee will name Zen. The majority of trainers; and members of the Jockey Club and the public favor My Own. Of course, this is my private opinion to you, about the attitude of the committee.
Davis is getting the house cleaned. The plasterer is slow. Davis has a temporary cook. The boys train arrives at 7.15 and I will be on hand to meet them, so will Mason at the Station.
I had two gay nights in New York—Went with Woodward and Robert Gerry to see the Varieties of 1923—Too gay—but good in spots. Thursday night dined with Bernie—afterwards Bernie & Mrs Baruch and René went to see Nifties of 1923. I liked it very much.—Returned on the B & O and arrived Friday am in time for breakfast—As President of the Riding Club called at White House to extend it’s privileges etc to President Coolidge. He seemed glad to see me and insisted I sit down and have a little chat with him. Hazen was with me. Racing begins at Laurel Tuesday. You have a guests badge etc.
Vultilla ran third a few days ago—only beaten a neck and a head from first place. It is very warm here now but I hope for better weather by the time you all get home.
Miss Edith is anxious to go to the rocks at Belmont Park if My Own is named—I am delighted with the picture of you and the boys, I am so glad you had it taken—Many, many thanks. Much love to you all—
Yours
Cary
Original Format
Letter
To
Grayson, Alice Gertrude Gordon, 1892-1961
Files
Collection
Citation
Grayson, Cary T. (Cary Travers), 1878-1938, “Cary T. Grayson to Alice Gertrude Gordon Grayson,” 1923 September 29, WWP16512, Cary T. Grayson Papers, Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum, Staunton, Virginia.