These recordings capture the Ohio Valley Stables at the height of their power — racing Ladies First and Annette Sue at the most prestigious tracks in North America. They are an irreplaceable piece of harness racing history.

About the Announcer These races were called by Roy Shudt, a Hall of Fame harness racing announcer widely regarded as one of the finest in the sport's history. On the day of the 1958 Santa Anita recording, Rita Hayworth was in the audience — and she placed a wager on Ladies First that day.
Recording One
Ladies First at Santa Anita
Santa Anita Raceway · 1958 · Announced by Roy Shudt

Charley King wins with Ladies First at Santa Anita Raceway, 1958. Announced by Hall of Fame Announcer Roy Shudt. Rita Hayworth was in the audience that day and placed a wager on Ladies First.

Recording Two
Annette Sue at Santa Anita
Santa Anita Raceway · 1959 · Announced by Roy Shudt

Charley King wins with Annette Sue at Santa Anita Raceway, 1959. By this point Annette Sue had already set a record of 16 consecutive wins and was one of the top earning trotters in the country. Announced by Roy Shudt.

Recording Three
Ladies First at Hollywood Park
Hollywood Park Raceway · 1956 · Announced by Roy Shudt

Charley King wins with Ladies First at Hollywood Park Raceway, 1956. An early recording from one of the top tracks in California. Announced by Roy Shudt.

Home Movies
The family also preserved several home movie recordings of the horses racing. These film recordings are held privately by the King family.
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Annette Sue
Home movie recording · Ohio Valley Stables
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Lady's First
Home movie recording · Ohio Valley Stables
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Lady's First (Second Recording)
Home movie recording · Ohio Valley Stables