Friday, July 31, 2009

Friday Hound Blogging

Say what you will about unit exploitation...er...we mean greyhound racing-and we often do-at least we know that our friends from the government are out there protecting the rubes, if not the dogs. We mean, what would happen to the travesty...er...perversion...um...calamity...no...affliction...ah...what do they call it? Oh, "sport" yeah. What would happen to the "sport" if the rubes were to find out the fix was in?

Well, rubes being, you know, rubes and all probably nothing. Still it's comforting to know someone is looking out for these poor folks, right Sam Webber and Jack Swint?
You would think that odds are calculated at the track, and placing a bet and collecting your potential winnings are calculated by tri-states computer system. Most people watching the results on the monitors and public information board would think everything’s being controlled right on site. Well, it is not according to the owners certified operation audits. And to add to the problem, what if that out of state system isn’t working correctly? If that doesn’t catch your attention, this will. These same reports outline computer system malfunctions that miss-calculate the odds and winnings paid to everyone who has placed a pari-mutual bet at their racetracks! Reports that show year after year the same problem continues.
What? Shenanigans? All is not on the up and up? We are shocked we tell you, SHOCKED!
It is apparent that Danny Adkins and Hartman-Tyner felt confident that since they are a privately owned corporation, this problem would never make it to the public’s knowledge. But, we managed to get copies of the companies financial and operation audits. The first operations audit titled "Report On Agreed Upon Procedures" is annually prepared by the accountant firm, Gibbons and Kawash, located in Charleston, WV. These 7 audit reports are clearly marked confidential and for the sole use of Hartman & Tyner. These reports also clearly show that Danny Adkins is hiding how they really operate dog racing in WV.
Hey, that's pretty strong language there, messieurs Webber and Swint. It sounds to us like you're impugning the character of these fine overlords. You better have some pretty ironclad evidence to back up a wild claim like that.
WV statute 19-23-9 clearly states that a licensee (racetrack owner) "shall permit or conduct the pari-mutual system of wagering within the confines of the licensee's racetrack at which any horse or dog race meeting is conducted or held." That is the law, and what the racing commission and legislators intended, to keep all operations at the Nitro track. According to Gibbons & Kawash, that IS NOT occurring at Tri-State racetrack.
Oh. Um...well...We're sure there's a logical explanation. Could it be a clerical error?
If you think that is a serious problem, you may want to sit down. These audit reports exposed more facts that show the depth of just how misleading the track owners have been to the general public, greyhound & kennel owners, the racing commission and anyone who has followed greyhound racing across the country.
Misleading? Misleading? Are you trying to tell us the overlords would not treat the rubes with the same professionalism and care that they treat the dogs? Wait, we think we just answered our own question.
The problem is not just a local one, but it does involve the same company Tri-State is contracting to run their pari-mutual betting. It appears to be happening at more tracks owned by Hartman & Tyner and others across the country. As recent as July 2008, someone figured out how to circumvent the system and was able to make bets even after the race was over.
Betting on the race after the race is over. OK, we can see how that would be a problem.
The mere concept that any part of greyhound wagering at tri-state is being controlled from 5 states away opens up the door to staggering fraud possibilities. People at the track interviewed have often wandered why the odds on the monitors and main board change sometimes after the race is final. Can someone at the other end manipulate the system? Its been done before.
Oh, that's perfectly understandable. The odds change after the race is over to accommodate those who bet on the race after it's over. It's just good customer service.
If you’re a gambling person, odds are you may not be receiving the correct amount of monies due to you from winnings at Tri-States pari-mutual races from at least 2000. Their own certified accountants and auditors attest to this fact. There are still issues being discovered as recently as July 2008.
OK, OK, we get it. So there are a few minor problems at the track. It's a complicated business run by third grade dropouts. What do you expect? At least the training of the dogs is still conducted with the highest degree of professionalism and latest techniques, right?
Located deep in the woods of Chapmanville, WV, is the Tomblin’s greyhound farm & training facility. According to 2 witness accounts, Tomblin trains with “live bait” and has for years. Our investigation determined that this family run operation is one of the WV trainers who are using live bait. In fact, according to witnesses, they use cats, chickens, rabbits, raccoons and shoats (baby piglets).
You want to make an omelet you got to break some eggs, right Gordon? Hey, we hear raccoon tastes like chicken. That true?

Gordon is extremely sweet and gentle. He likes attention, but does not actively seek it out. He follows his foster mom around the house. He is very playful in the morning and when he gets out of the crate when she gets home. He likes to play with stuffed toys. He is confident and he is a quick learner. Gordon would do well in a working family home with well-mannered children, 7 and up. He is good with other dogs of various sizes and would probably be fine as an only dog. For more information about this dog, and other rescued racing greyhounds looking for homes, go here. If you don't know about the plight of racing greyhounds go here.

28 comments:

Anonymous said...

Oh BABY! THIS IS SOOOOOOOOO GOOD!
XOXO
ANON

Anonymous said...

As an insider of " NGA" did say:

"Oh, Oh,....Somebody's in trouble!"

LMAO...

Anonymous said...

Ma Tomblin is in the shed wallopin' Daddy.
What a "unit".

Anonymous said...

"The Tombs of Tomblin Hollow"

by Anon...to" J&S"

At the Break of Day when the Rooster Crows,
And the Geese Fly Hither with a Sun that Glows,
There's a Shadow on the Hll, Black and Tall,
Called Tomblin Hollow, where Big Men Fall.

It's a Whirligig, Twirligig, Hullabaloo,
Round-a-bout, Bound-a-bout, Bag o' the Blues,
Hook Up a Shoal, a Cat or a Coon,
The Hounds are a Comin',
'Tis the Land of Doom.

It's a Place in the Sticks where Few Men Go,
Known Only as The Tombs of Tomblin Hollow,
And it's There where Moans and Bones Tell of Gore,
A Mother and Her Sons, She Meticulously Did Bore.

It's a Whirligig, Twirligig, Hullabaloo,
Round-a-bout, Bound-a-bout. Bag o' the Blues,
Hook Up a Shoal, a Cat or a Coon,
The Hounds are a Comin',
'Tis the Land of Doom.

Tomblin Training , Ruthless and Straight,
Tear at a Sack, Don't Care what Ya Break,
The Bait is Alive and Pumping Blood.
But Very Soon To Die; 'Tis the Tomblin Hood.

It's a Whirligig, Twirligig, Hullabaloo,
Round-a-bout, Bound-a-bout, Bag o' the Blues,
Hook Up a Shoal, a Cat or a Coon,
The Hounds are a Comin',
T'is the Land of Doom.

If a Doggy Gets Broke, 'tis Alright Lad,
You Gotta a Nickel Bullet, it Ain't all Bad.
Fire Away, Hit What You Will.
It's All in the Name of Racetrack Kill.

It's a Whirligig, Twirligig, Hullabaloo,
Round-a-bout, Bound-a-bout, Bag o' the Blues,
Hook Up a Shoal, a Cat or a Coon,
The Hounds are a Comin',
'Tis the Land of Doom.

Anonymous said...

P.S
Not being up with WHIRLIGIGS....and the BAGGING of LIVE BAIT, "shoals should read "shoats"...baby piglets.
Apologies to the Tomblin Clan

Anonymous said...

I really thought the first operations audit was entitled:
"Report on GREED Upon Procedures".
Terrible.

Anonymous said...

I think Jack , Sam and Ironicus Maximus should pull together for one Big Blog. Hilarious and so informative = POWERFUL.

Anonymous said...

These may indeed be grade three drop outs but they all have PHD's in crime. Clerical errors; betting on a race after it has been raced. Wherever and however they can screw people and animals, expect it. Disgusting.

Anonymous said...

It's so embarassing to live in a state where Greyhound Racing is still "legal". As if the suffering of the dogs isn't enough. Now we have absolute proof that probably ALL of the training "facilities" use live bait. Why wouldn't they? It seems no-one is checking! How can we pretend this is not happening? How can we pretend that this "sport" is civil? It is utterly evil and those involved in it have that same dark "quality" of insensitivity and brute-force.
Jack and Sam have done an outstanding job of delivering the ultimate truths in Greyhound Racing. And we all thank you.
Obvious kudos to IM!

Anonymous said...

God this is the worst I have read. Mind blowing.

Anonymous said...

"The double flight gait" is something I did not know about. This is why they are all so very vulnerable to these "tragedies" breaking their bones and backs and necks while intentionally crazed with false luring. The nerve of so many of these "racing pros" like Roper, to pretend otherwise on Ironicus Maximus, June 12...they KNOW it is dangerous and that is why they DO do it. The human crowd "loves it" but most would NOT if they understood how treacherous it actually IS for Greyhounds.
ALL those connected to racetracks are totally aware of the dangers for the dogs and have ALL seen the results of bad tracks such as DAYTONA which is old and harrowing for the Greyhounds. Any look at the dogs up for adoption, one out of five seem to have broken legs, feet or ankles. It is unforgivable ! How can anyone even TRY to defend this blood sport? It is no different than pit bull fighting and cock fighting. It attracts the outer limits of society to where nothing matters anymore, particularly the survival of the dog. Shattering morally.

Anonymous said...

Who does a "business" with a whirligig? What a mentality! And someone actually justifies this? Sick!

Anonymous said...

I have questions for EARL RAY TOMBLIN and those that put him into power.
Why is a "man" like EARL RAY TOMBLIN, ( whose parents are BOTH criminals,) receiving an award for recognition in "EXCELLENCE IN STATE LEGISLATURE LEADERSHIP"?
William Pound has been quoted as saying: "...his efforts to preserve and build public trust...and whose career embodies leadership's highest principles"....(well enough of the corrupton in politics....) let's just ask this:
Are those that are pushing for him to be Governor understanding that his past is totally brutal, encompassing multitudes of cover-ups, contributing to the Greyhound Racing regimes that have been documented in the CHAPMANVILLE KILLING FIELDS describing the violence, torture and intentional killings of wild animals and Greyhound canines alike?
If these same politicians are apart of this and knowingly support all of EARL RAY TOMBLIN's CRIMES AGAINST ANIMALS, where do they all expect to go when EARL RAY 'S CRIMES are exposed?
If any of them took the time to read the correlation between animal abuse and violence against people, perhaps the awards would be slower in being presented, and perhaps these other politicians might have "the power" to keep their own careers in tact.
Time will tell.
WATCHING WEST VIRGINIA'S EARL RAY TOMBLIN

Anonymous said...

West Virginia must have the balls to "dig itself out" with scruples. Not corruption!

Anonymous said...

Do we know anything about:

1. EARL RAY INDUSTRIAL PARK?
2. EARL RAY CONVENTION CENTER?

It's like a disease down there.

Anonymous said...

I can tell you that right after the "KILLING FIELDS " of CHAPMANVILLE, WEST VIRGINIA, EARL RAY TOMBLIN is just a hop, step and jump to the Lodge and Restaurant. (not to mention, the "Convention Center") in CHAPMANVILLE.
I wonder what activities they got going on down there?
(must be a "Don't Ask-Don't Tell").

Anonymous said...

ANYONE WITH ANY INFORMATION WHATSOEVER REGARDING ANY OF THE GREYHOUND RACING MEN OR WOMEN WHO HAVE COMMITTED CRIMES AGAINST THESE ANIMALS, PLEASE LEAVE EVENTS AND NAMES ON IRONICUS MAXIMUS BLOG. ANONYMOUS IS AOK!
WE ARE GOING TO HELP YOU!

Michelle Young Cuenant said...

I find this story about Chapmanville Killing Fields incredibly alarming, particularly since no-one seems to care to do anything about it, despite the supposed violence and despite the supposed crimes.
What does it take to wake West Virginia up? Quite simply, it is wrong! You cannot change a government unless you have courage. West Virginian voters must take charge.

Anonymous said...

The "mind-spin" of those involved with race tracks is demented.
A "whirligig" is normally something that is a "child's spinning toy". How criminal and what deception.
It can also be like "a carousel".
All of the players in Greyhound racing are not only "pretenders", but through this denial of violence and intentional pain, they destroy our moral codes. The only thing they are breeding is more crime.

Anonymous said...

"Silence is not Golden."

Arkansas

Anonymous said...

According to the Democratic Underground.com, in April 2008, Racing Commissioners stated that the audit report was fixed but the following information proves that to be incorrect.

Greyhound Fund account shows checks missing: May 2008 , from: #3726-#3803
June 2008, from: #3784-3804
July 2008, from: #3765-4001
August 2008 from: #3923-4002

Guess who the chairperson is?
Earl Ray Tomblin.
Guess who is in charge of "post audits"?
Earl Ray Tomblin.
Guess who "rules" and oversees these audits?
Earl Ray Tomblin.
Mismanagement?

Anonymous said...

Joe Ferrell and his company, Southern Amusement Co. of Logan, were indicted June 8 on 48 counts that include racketeering, illegal gambling, obstruction and bribing a Lottery inspector.
Who did he buy from in 1995 ?
Earl Ray Tomblin.

Anonymous said...

You tell me why they have had this story on a blog in the UK for one year and we just find out about it?
Our media is really on the take or out to lunch!
No matter what, West Virginia will lose even more respect unless they do something.

Anonymous said...

"A GUV TO LOVE (OR NOT) "
To All the "Fearful"

WHO'S THAT GUV?
IT'S A BLING, BANG ,BONG!
WHO'S THAT GUV?
IT'S A LITTLE BIT "RIGHT" AND WRONG.
WHO'S THAT GUV?
WHO'S HOT ON FRIENDS' WIVES' TAILS?
WHO'S THAT GUV?
DOES HE HAVE ENOUGH FOR BAILS?
WHO'S THAT GUV?
IN "SS" LINES AND SILK?
WHO'S THAT GUV?
THE ONE WHO LIKES TO BILK.
WHO'S THAT GUV?
IT'S A LITTLE BIT "RIGHT" AND WRONG.
WHO'S THAT GUV?
WITH GUNS AND KNIVES AND SONG?
WHO'S THAT GUV?
IT'S A BLING, BANG, BONG!
WHO'S THAT GUV?
AND WHERE HAVE THOSE DOGS GONE?

Jack Swint - WV News said...

Thank you for covering this story that we published on the cruel and inhumane treatment of greyhound racing dogs in WV.

We have been trying to get this out on a national level for months.

WV mainstream media wont touch the story or problem because it involves not only our Senate President/Lt. Governor Earl Ray Tomblin; but, it is a mega million dollar industry in this state.

Greyhound racing needs to be stopped in all states. Each and every dog will be seriously hurt and or abused during their racing career. It is THE MOST brutal sport in the world as far as injuries.

Thanks again,

Jack Swint
Publisher
West Virginia News

Anonymous said...

Jack...look on" Coal Valley News, WV". You are mentioned there. People will speak if there is a forum and they don't feel watched. That goes for newspapers and clubs and interests that have had it with greed.
As you say, your Blog shut down because of the corruption up there. That is from another era and rule. Keep pushing it! The tiniest hole for light, break it open. The word will spread faster than you think. People want to hear you.
We're all giving it our best shot.

Anonymous said...

Dont let this story fade away!!! Someone please get it out to the public and nat'l media

Barry - NY

Anonymous said...

Barry...you ain't seen nothin' yet!

Keep watching IRONICUS MAXIMUS.

He is better than ZORRO!