William Lee Shoemaker was an American jockey, considered one of the greatest. For 29 years he held the world record for the most professional jockey victories.
Shoemaker in 1986
Jayne Mansfield with (left to right) jockeys Johnny Longden, Eddie Arcaro and Willie Shoemaker in 1957
El Monte is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. The city lies in the San Gabriel Valley, east of the city of Los Angeles.
El Monte, California
Oldest home in El Monte, built 1849 (photo 1922)
Photo of "Leo the Lion" being recorded for his roar to be heard at the beginning of MGM films.