Warner Jones

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lisa123 — Sun, 11 May 2014 02:11:58 GMT

LOL, I wonder what else Sir Hubert and Marjorie did during that very long week! I love the stories in this column.

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Jonsey — Sat, 04 May 2013 23:23:43 GMT

This was a terrific article. Warner was my grandmother Ethel Jones' brother and she always spoke so highly of his horses. Today is Derby Day and I am missing her singing and sharing a Mint Julep, she passed away March 2010. It was interesting to learn so much about my Great Uncle. Thank you

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Bellwether — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:36:58 GMT

Cuse me as i was always the first one to take a seat in the SPELLING BEE'S..."IMMORTAL"...ty...

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Warlaine — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:30:30 GMT

Keep the stories coming, please Mr Campbell. I bet you could write a book and probably a sequel. Thanks!

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Mary Zinke — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:58:03 GMT

I liked this story. I'm waiting for a particular one, which I hope you'll tell, Mr.Campbell, so I'll keep checking these blogs.

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Bellwether — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:42:57 GMT

"THE GAME" has more great stories than any sport on the planet!!!...the rags to riches stories like the "Imortal" John Henry are the ones that captivate the regular public & draw them to "THE GAME" for life!!!...we love em & keep stroking Cot...ty...

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James R — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 05:57:35 GMT

Mr. Campbell,

Thank you for sharing your great story. I had the opportunity to meet Warner Jones when I was 10. Well, it has been nearly 27 years ago and I will never forget the experience. My father was a horse owner and one weekend at Churchill Downs he pointed out Mr. Jones and told me he was Chairman of the Board and owned a large horse farm in Goshen. On that day, our seats were located close to Mr. Jones' reserved box. I decided to introduce myself. I walked down to his box, told him my name, and said I would like to visit his farm one day. He shook my hand and followed me to my seat and introduced himself to my dad. He wrote down my name and address. I received a packet in the mail with information regarding Hermitage Farm and a personal handwritten note inviting me to take a tour of his farm. I accepted his offer and I had my picture taken with My Charmer. Another time he saw me with my dad at Churchill and told me to come with him. He had a horse in that race and he wanted me to watch it with him and Mrs. Jones. Of course, the horse won and he took me to the winners circle for the picture. He had me stand in front of him and he put his hand on my shoulder. He mailed me a copy of that picture and I framed it. I still have it today. I must also note that Mrs. Jones was the epitome of class. She was always nice and friendly. I will always be a racing fan and racing needs more people like Warner Jones.

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Jerry R — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 17:48:45 GMT

Good luck to Cot and Dogwood tomorrow at Gulfstream with Palice Malice!!

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Love 'em all — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:52:53 GMT

What fun reading ... made my day! Thanks so much for sharing.

All the more reason to appreciate the naming of 'Seattle Dancer' ... that $13M+ yearling.

Keep these stories coming!

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Bethany Loftis — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 05:01:21 GMT

Mr. Campbell,

Thank you so much for such an intriguing story! And thank you so much for taking the time to share these stories with us!!! I've only been a fan of this wonderful sport for 7 years, and relish any stories on people and the horses of the past. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to your next story!