In this week's edition of Rewind Robert Smith offers up another version of the regular feature Picture Parade. He has borrowed the title used a number of years ago in a 2011 Rewind, "Ladies In Silks".  This time the pictures are different but the theme is the same.  He has assembled a group of pictures of female drivers from bygone years for your viewing and perhaps guessing pleasure.   

Down through the years there have been a lot of great "horsewomen", if that is the correct word, who have donned their silks and helmets (and maybe even soft caps) and displayed their talents to appreciative audiences. I have assembled a few pictures saved over the years to show today.   If you care to join in, the rules remain the same, you jot down your best guesses and send them along. 

#1 - This U.S. driver often raced regularly at Canadian tracks and drove a lot in days gone by.   She passed away in 2010 at the age of 81.  Who is she?  (Harness Horse photo) 

#2 - One of just two group shots in today's offering,  this one I believe is fairly recent.  How many can you name? 

#3 - This gal spent a lot of time in the winner's circle and just passed away not too long ago.  Who is she?

#4 - This young lady was a familiar figure at many Canadian tracks at one time.  Who is she? 

#5 - This gal held some records in her day and had a long career in the sulky.  Who is she? (Harness Horse photo)

#6 - This legendary lady needs little or no introduction.  Who is she?

#7 - This gal won a lot of races mainly at U.S. tracks but she could win anywhere and often proved it.  Who is she? (Northeast Harness News photo) 

#8 - This young lady came by her talents naturally as both of her parents were very capable drivers.  Can you identify these two people? 

#9 - In 1985 Flamboro Downs hosted a driver's event featuring many of the best in the sport at that time.  How many can you identify in this group shot?

#10 - This old photo was taken at a small town fair race day (in Ontario)  about 40 years ago.  Can you name either of these two folks, especially the driver? (Elgin County archives)

Quote For The Week: "Not everything needs to be a money-making operation.  You do things sometimes because it makes you feel good." - Judy Sheindlin (aka Judge Judy) 

Bonus Picture 

This gal was "perfect" as a driver (No. 7 horse) but did not drive too much, instead preferring to be a trainer.  Who is she? For a little added question, who is that fellow having to settle for second place? 

Female Driver Trivia Question 

The fabled Hambletonian has been around for a very long time.  First held in 1926, and won by a Canadian driver,  it will reach its 100th anniversary before too many years go by.  

The question apropos to today's subject is as follows.  Has a female ever competed in the Hambletonian as a driver? If yes, who was the person or persons?