BENJIE SANDERS / ARIZONA DAILY STAR 1978

Trades/Construction
RANCHO RESORT
MAINTANANCE POSITION Health Care
Sierra Tucson
Eating Disorders Program Coordinator Dental
Southern Arizona Endodontics
Dental Assistant General
A1 Communications
Cable Techs

It was opening day at Rillito Downs on Nov. 4, 1978, and the crowd that showed up was one of the largest in recent years. More than 3,200 people saw several close races, including the $2,200 Quarter Horse Inaugural Handicap. Blackjack Orosco won the Inaugural Handicap by a nose in 18.08 seconds. The racing fans were taking advantage of free clubhouse seating on opening day of Rillito's 49-day 1978-79 season.