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Open Wheel Madness, Part 2 - Midget Racing (Stephen Bubb)
The Logbook, Open Wheel Madness: Part-2, spotlights speakers Herb Anastor and Stephen Bubb. Bubb covers the evolution of open-wheel racing from the 1920s and 1930s, touching upon the influence of World War I on motorsports, the types of racing cars, and prominent racers of the era like Ralph De Palma and Deacon Litz. He also discusses the role of venues, the effects of the Great Depression on racing, and the rise of midget racing in the 1930s. Notable stories include Al Capone's involvement in racing and various safety challenges faced by the sport. The script ends with a reflection on the…
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