I really enjoyed the Jalopy Races from Hollywood! But, like Bob, I wondered about the date. 1952 just seem a little early.

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I noticed that one of the drivers had a full coverage hardshell helmet. When did those make an appearance?

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Even though Culver was a quarter-mile dirt track there wasn’t much dust, the cars weren’t sliding around that much and they were able to hold their lines pretty well. I wonder if the track had been treated — oiled dirt maybe? Looked to me like a few of those cars had slicks on the right side.

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I liked the starter, too. He had a fun little routine when the drivers were introduced and a nice little leap when started the races. Made a nice show.

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I truly wish I could have seen the races live . . . and that you still could.

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Brookings, SD

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