She Went to the Races

Ann is a determined scientist at the Brockhurst Institute who leads the plan to raise funds after learning her uncle's position is at risk. She becomes romantically involved with Steve Canfield while balancing her professional duties and personal ambitions. Her actions drive the central conflict and eventual reconciliation.

Homer is Ann’s uncle and a researcher whose job is jeopardized by the institute's budget constraints. He participates in the betting scheme, but his information proves unreliable, adding to the comic confusion at the racetrack. His actions propel the plot toward its resolution.

Gurke is one of the institute’s scientists who contributes to devising the plan to forecast horse outcomes. He adds a mix of scientific talk and farce to the group’s efforts. His presence highlights the blend of intellect and comic misadventure in the story.

Collyer is a scientist who weighs in on the team's fundraising scheme and debates how to apply their 'foolproof' ideas. He participates in selecting which horses to back and how to allocate the group's funds. His role emphasizes the collaborative yet flawed logic of the plan.

Pembroke is another Brockhurst Institute doctor who collaborates on the betting scheme. He helps decide which horses to back and how to manage the finances involved in their ambitious plan. He rounds out the scientific ensemble driving the plot.

Steve is a race horse owner whose life becomes intertwined with Ann and Hilda. He initially resists bets on his own horse but becomes entangled in the group's plans and romantic complications as the story unfolds.

Hilda is Steve’s former girlfriend who seeks to reunite with him while pursuing a merger of racing interests. She wields influence over Steve and the others, adding tension to the relationships and the overarching scheme.

Jeff is Steve’s horse trainer who interacts with Homer and the track crowd. He helps guide the team at the racetrack and is drawn into the betting plan surrounding Mr. McGillicuddy.

Mr. McGillicuddy is the horse at the center of the bets. Its performance determines the success of the scientists’ plan and influences the fates of the main characters.