Includes note: "Special thanks to the staff at the Johnston Public Library, without whose last-minute assistance would have caused lengthy delays in completion of this book" on page i. Book is signed by the author. Author used the Tech Lab at the Johnston Public Library to format the layout.
Contents:
Setting the stage -- The beginning of a new series (1949) -- Buchanan becomes a two-time champion (1950-1951) -- Perlick wins, then Derr gets his first (1952-1953) -- White wins back-to-back crowns (1954-1955) -- White, Beauchamp champs for final times (1956-1958) -- Keokuk becomes City of Champions (1959-1962) -- Hutcherson derails the Derr Express (1963-1964) -- Derr, Dodge begin long, successful reign (1965-1968) -- Ernie wins again, Ramo leaves series (1969-1971) -- With Derr gone, IMCA title up for grabs (1972-1974) -- Big changes, then IMCA series ends (1975-1977).
Summary:
Read about the history of the IMCA Stock Car Series in this book containing stories, stats and photos from the beginning in 1949 to the series end in 1977.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.