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Society greyhound racing enthusiasts
Greyhound racing enthusiasts - lady owners of dogs in 1927 just as the sport was gaining widespread popularity among society. The women who had interests in greyhounds were Lady Stanley, Viscountess Maidstone, Baroness Ravensdale, Lady Millicent Hawes, Lady Hamond-Graeme, Mrs Dudley Coats, Miss Betty Baldwin and Lady Meyer.
1927
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Baldwin Baroness Betty Coats Dudley Enthusiasts Greyhound Greyhounds Hawes Interests Maidstone Meyer Millicent Sporting Stanley Viscountess 1927 Graeme Hamond Miss Ravensdale
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This photograph, taken by the renowned Illustrated London News Ltd in 1927, showcases a group of distinguished ladies who were pioneers in the burgeoning world of greyhound racing during the Roaring Twenties. Among them are Lady Stanley, Viscountess Maidstone, Baroness Ravensdale, Lady Millicent Hawes, Lady Hamond-Graeme, Mrs Dudley Coats, Miss Betty Baldwin, and Lady Meyer. Their elegant attire and refined demeanor belie their shared passion for the thrilling sport of greyhound racing, which was rapidly gaining popularity among the upper echelons of society. The ladies' connection to greyhounds extended beyond mere spectatorship; they were proud owners, breeders, and trainers of these sleek, agile canines. Greyhound racing offered these women a unique platform to display their sporting interests and social status, as well as their affinity for animals and the great outdoors. The photograph captures a moment in time when greyhound racing was on the cusp of becoming a mainstream pastime, and these ladies were at the forefront of the movement. Their dedication and enthusiasm played a significant role in the sport's growing appeal and eventual widespread acceptance. This evocative image serves as a testament to their enduring love for greyhounds and the indelible mark they left on the history of this beloved sport.
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