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(From a press release) CHARLES TOWN, W.VA. - Charles Town Races & Slots will honor Barbara Jo Rubin on the 40th anniversary of her historic ride when she became the first woman to win a race against men at a nationally recognized racetrack.
Ms. Rubin will sign autographs and be recognized in the winners' circle at Charles Town Races & Slots on Feb. 21.
"It's a historic event and we felt it was important to recognize this milestone," said Dickie Moore, General Manager of Racing at Charles Town. "We're excited to have Barbara Jo and hope the fans come out to honor her as well."
Rubin became the first female jockey to win a parimutual race on Feb. 22, 1969. She rode Cohesian to a half-length victory at Charles Town. She was 19 at the time.
Rubin went on to become New York's first female winner when she rode Bravy Galaxy at Aqueduct. By the end of the 1969 season, she had won 22 of 89 races.
