May 23, 1954 - Lee Petty Soaks up Sharon

Today in 1954, Lee Petty wins the one and only Grand National race held at Sharon Speedway. Though it was only GN race at the track, Sharon still operates today under the ownership of Dave Blaney and his family. Read on for more:

http://bench-racing.blogspot.com/2013/05/may-23-1954-lee-petty-soaks-up-sharon.html

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updated by @tmc-chase: 05/23/18 03:08:24PM

Nice post Chase. You know, as we go back through this history of this sport, they were racing all over the country "back in the day" and even in Canada. I've heard Richard tell the stories of the long road trips and sleeping on the floor in a motel room here and there. How far they've come.

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What a change! It's been awhile since I've checked in and I'm quite surprised. It may take me awhile to figure it our but first look it's really great.

Very interesting, Chase... especially the part about the track being in Ohio, buit being named after the nearby Pennsylvania town. Thanks for an enlightening post.

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