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killed 43 horses. Grant himself lost four of his horses in the fire — millionaire older pacer
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Hamilton-area racetrack was extremely well received after opening in April 1975. During the first year of opening, Juravinski got to know John Grant's son, Brad. Years later John Grant sold his stake in Flamboro Downs due to health concerns,
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