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Comment on Handicapping Speed: The Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Sprinters Reviews by David Bridgforth

David Bridgforth — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 21:17:22 +0000

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Just OK, November 21, 2007

This review is from: Handicapping Speed: The Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Sprinters (Paperback)

I always enjoy reading handicapping books and try to take at least one idea from each that I can use in my handicapping methodology. This just didn't give me that. I don't play quarter horses, so maybe that's where this is useful, but basically this is just another way to calculate speed figures, but the process is more simplistic than even the published figures. Bottom line- I enjoyed the read, but I don't think there is anything I can use to improve my handicapping.

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Comment on Handicapping Speed: The Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Sprinters Reviews by R. V. McBrayer

R. V. McBrayer — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 21:15:35 +0000

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A good read on the dynamics of early speed, April 10, 2007

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This review is from: Handicapping Speed: The Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Sprinters (Paperback)

Charles Carroll knows his subject and knows how to communicate. Written in 1991, the book contains excellent insights and is a good read. It is unfortunate that neither the body of the book nor the appendix contains adequate information concerning the results of his study of the initial segment of Quarter Horse races; especially the 50 yard times that are referenced but not quantififed.

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Comment on Handicapping Speed: The Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Sprinters Reviews by Robert P. Beveridge "xterminal"

Robert P. Beveridge "xterminal" — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 20:33:33 +0000

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A worthy addition to the library, April 28, 2000

Robert P. Beveridge "xterminal" (Lakewood, OH) -

This review is from: Handicapping Speed: The Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse Sprinters (Paperback)

...Someone has finally taken the next logical step beyond thecanonical work of Andrew Beyer, 1975's _Picking Winners_, and given usthe next step in looking at speed handicapping. Which is good, because of all the types of handicapping out there, Beyer's is the one that the public seized on, and it's since become so popular that Beyer's figures are published in the Daily Racing Form, and are so deadly accurate in most cases that those races which can be unlocked through their application have become unprofitable. Carroll gives us another way of looking at speed, a new take on velocity that turns the work of Broahmer and Sartin on its head, and in doing so takes the many complex calculations of _Modern Pace Handicapping_ and instead substitutes the kind of one-number handicapping ease that the crowd loves. Does it work? I don't know, I have a whole lot of fact-checking to do before i go endorsing Carroll's methods and theories. But as a book, it's a pretty good one. Carroll doesn't go over the same old racing history as most books, but instead gives us background information that we haven't seen before-- the various schools of handicapping, how the money flows, and most notably conformation, something many handicapping books steer far clear of. Most of it has nothing to do with handicapping speed, but any knowledge a player can get is knowledge he can put to use, if he knows how. A worthwhile addition to the shelf of the horseplayer, and if it works, it becomes the sixth book in the canon.

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Comment on Worlds Candy Cigarettes (24 packs per box) by Anthony Clarke

Anthony Clarke — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:23:34 +0000

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Masterpiece of American musical theatre, October 25, 1999

Anthony Clarke (Woodend, Victoria Australia) -

This review is from: Swing Time [VHS] (VHS Tape)

WHY HASN'T THIS BEEN ISSUED ON DVD? 'Swing Time' is a film which defines the poetry and grace of the screen's greatest dancing combination, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Forget that this is mono sound, and the images are black and white. The dancing is as modern as today; the spirit of the film as youthful still as its stars were an extraordinary 63 years ago. The casual insouciance of Astaire and Rogers in a scene such as the farcical dancing lesson which turns into a dancing tour-de-force, 'Pick Yourself Up', fills one with exuberant joy on the 50th viewing. Fred Astaire is grace itself, with his apparent ease concealing the regime of practice and preparation which lay behind every step. As for Ginger Rogers -- her lithe, sensual body, her strong shoulders and willowy frame, make her a delight to watch in this and all the staire/Rogers films. Pure sex appeal in dance! Buy it -- or better still, wait for its release on DVD when the Turner Organisation finally realises what it's got in its catalog!!!!

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Comment on Worlds Candy Cigarettes (24 packs per box) by Bertin Ramirez "justareviewer"

Bertin Ramirez "justareviewer" — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:59:26 +0000

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Sublime Entertainment, Astaire and Rogers Make Screen Magic!, July 9, 2000

Bertin Ramirez "justareviewer" (San Ysidro, California United States) -

This review is from: Swing Time [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Nobody can make you feel the way Astaire and Rogers make you feel just by singing and dancing. They could sing and dance better than anybody, but they have such a natural charm that we get lost in the moment and chemistry that sends sparks around like no other movie duo. This is arguably their best film, 'Top Hat' is their other masterpiece, but this is funnier, wittier and was directed by George Stevens, who also directed classics like 'Shane' and 'Giant'. The dance numbers are nothing short of brilliant and Astaire's 'Bojangles of Harlem' routine is pure cinematic gold, a priceless piece of screen entertainment. But this one also features a great story with romantic undertones and witty dialogue. Victor Moore is priceless in a comic performance that giggles and delights, Helen Broderick also manages to get some laughs. Great songs featuring 'A Fine Romance', 'Pick Yourself Up', 'The Way You Look Tonight' and the sexy 'Never Gonna Dance'. From a scale of 1-10 I give this film a 10!

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Comment on Worlds Candy Cigarettes (24 packs per box) by Robert Moore

Robert Moore — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:11:49 +0000

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One of Fred and Ginger's Three Essential Films, May 30, 2002

Robert Moore (Chicago, IL USA) -

This review is from: Swing Time [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I can't quite agree with the editorial review, which indicated that this might be the one Astaire-Rogers musical to watch, if you could watch only one. This lags very, very slightly behind TOP HAT and THE GAY DIVORCEE, in my book, though I nevertheless consider it one of the very greatest musicals ever made. Another film, FOLLOW THE FLEET, features dance numbers that match any of these three, but suffers from a very weak script and lags when Fred and Ginger aren't dancing. SWING TIME is also is hurt by the presence of George Metaxa as Ricardo Romero, and by his implausibly quick reconciliation to his being jilted at the end of the film.

My reason for rating it very slightly behind the other two films is the slightly weaker supporting cast and the fact that the humor is a tad less humorous. The dance numbers, however, are extraordinary, with at least two of them belonging in the Fred and Ginger Hall of Fame for their finest moments dancing together. These two numbers are the marvelously funny "Pick Yourself Up" and the marvelously dramatic "Never Gonna Dance." Luckily, this isn't the extent of the musical's treasures. There are two other great dance numbers and two marvelous songs that do not feature any dancing. The latter includes Fred's marvelous homage to Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, "Bojangles of Harlem," which Fred does in blackface and which just might be the only non-demeaning use of blackface in a 1930s film. Not only is it not demeaning, it is a powerful homage to the man regarded by his peers as the finest tap dancer of the early 20th century. Fred and Ginger also perform the "Waltz in Swing Time." The two songs are among the greatest pure songs appearing in any of Fred and Ginger's films. "The Way You Look Tonight" (which won the Oscar for Jerome Kern and Dorothy Fields that year) features Fred playing the piano (yes, he really did his own playing) and singing while Ginger shampoos her hair (originally they were going to have her cleaning an oven, coming out mesmerized by Fred's singing, covered in grease, but it was decided the look didn't achieve the desired effect). And later Fred and Ginger sing perhaps their greatest comic song, "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off."

As good as all the musical numbers are, however, the high point of the movie is the utterly amazing "Never Gonna Dance," in which Fred declares that if she leaves him to marry someone else, he will never dance again. The number is incredibly powerful with Fred first singing his intentions, and then luring Ginger into one last dance together. The number was exceptionally difficult to film, owing to a double staircase on each side of the set. The two had to dance upon it to time their arrival at the same precise moment. But for take after take, they kept arriving at slightly different moments. Unfortunately, Ginger's shoes were a bit too small, with the result that she cut her feet pretty badly during the forty odd takes. The result was worth it. The dance ranks with "Night and Day," "Let's Face the Music and Dance," and "Cheek to Cheek" as their greatest romantic dance number.

Although the supporting cast and the humor is not quite at the same level as TOP HAT and THE GAY DIVORCEE, this is nonetheless a fine movie apart from the music. While I would still recommend those other two films above this one, I would recommend that anyone with the tiniest bit of interest in great musicals see all three, as well as catching the dance numbers of FOLLOW THE FLEET.

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Comment on Worlds Candy Cigarettes (24 packs per box) by Frederick Carr "flrhcarr"

Frederick Carr "flrhcarr" — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:20:27 +0000

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Remembering, October 16, 2009

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These were a gift to someone else, who loved them dearly. You get a "case" & about 10 sticks to a "pack". I thought there could have been more flavor or candy taste to them, but my friend said they are perfect,
I agree with the other poster about the double the price for shipping YIKES!!

Con: I was surprised that on my check out, nothing was said about tax, nor how much the shipping was going to be. Amazon mentioned (many times) that my items will have to ship to them, than they would ship to me. Which should have been nice, as I wanted the order to arrive together. So I was thinking that most of the order was going to be ground shipping, & part of the order was free shipping. What a surprise when the shipping was twice the price of the product's cost, plus tax!!!

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Comment on Worlds Candy Cigarettes (24 packs per box) by strider9898 "strider9898"

strider9898 "strider9898" — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:54:41 +0000

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Good Price; HIGH Freight!, October 23, 2007

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The sale prices are really good but hidden in the total cost is the exhorbatant freight costs.

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Comment on The Official U.S. Casino Chip Price Guide (Schiffer Book for Collectors) by Donald Rymer "Lazyrebel"

Donald Rymer "Lazyrebel" — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:35:38 +0000

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A MUST HAVE FOR A CASINO CHIP COLLECTOR, March 13, 2009

Donald Rymer "Lazyrebel" (Cleveland, Tn.) -

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This review is from: The Official U.S. Casino Chip Price Guide, Fourth Edition (Paperback)

This Fourth Edition is much better and a lot more detailed than the price guide in the past. And much easier to look up chips this time. I love all the new pictures. If you collect casino chips or a history buff of the past, what a better way to learn about the old casinos as far the chips they used and designs. Thanks

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Comment on The Official U.S. Casino Chip Price Guide (Schiffer Book for Collectors) by Amazonaddict

Amazonaddict — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 17:55:04 +0000

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A Must for Casino Chip Collectors and Gaming History Buffs, January 11, 2007

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This review is from: The Official U.S. Casino Chip Price Guide (Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Paperback)

If you collect casino chips, or are just interested in the history of casinos and casino chips, then this book is a must. Every conceivable chip from just about every casino that ever existed is displayed. Chips are all listed with an estimated value which is very useful, especially for the casual collector like myself. There is a thorough discussion of chip characteristics and grading criteria. The research that went into this book is phenomenal. Mr. Campiglia has painstakingly documented sales, scarcity and the history of each and every chip. The book is well laid out with color photos of each chip and many photos of the casinos they came from. There are also many interesting factoids and anecdotes pertaining to the history of casinos in America. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and refer to it often as I build my collection. I give this book my highest recommendation.

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