In The March 05 Issue

Memorial tribute to Snowden Carter
Joe Hickey recalls the life and times of the retired Maryland Horse editor and MHBA general manager who died on February 3 at age 83.
Page 26.

Two Mid-Atlantic-breds earn 2004 Eclipse Awards
Smarty Jones and Declan’s Moon make it an unforgettable year. Page 36.

How slots will transform Pennsylvania’s breeding industry
Breeders face new challenges with slots-enriched purses soon to raise the level of competition at Philadelphia Park and Penn National.
Story by Bill Finley. Page 46.

Chaplaincy programs growing throughout the region
Race track chaplains are a colorful, can-do lot and they are making a difference on the backstretch. Story by Laura Ricard. Page 50.

Market remains strong at Winter Mixed sale
Total of 112 horses sell for $807,900 (average $7,213; median $4,000).
Page 56.

2004 Mid-Atlantic Statistical Review
page 137.