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The Ghosts of Jungle Park, History, Myth, and Legend, The Story of a Place Like No Other
The Ghosts of Jungle Park History Myth and Legend The Story of a Place Like No Other Author:Tom W Williams In 1925, acting on a long held dream, Earl Padgett built a small resort and a half-mile speedway on an isolated piece of west central Indiana land. It became one of early auto racing's most famous tracks. For many hard working citizens, going to the races at Jungle Park was like stepping into a different world. Competitors came from throughout t... more »he United States to try their luck at the tree-lined track with the strange name. Fans could hob knob with famous race drivers at the cozy little speedway prior to watching the fast driving daredevils try to best each other on the hilly, bumpy, and curvy track where their very survival was never a certainty. Fans recall their Jungle Park outings as unique in their lifetime, a place that they will always remember as providing the unforgettable experiences of a simpler, yet exciting time. The Ghosts of Jungle Park chronicles many of their memories for you to enjoy. A wealth of photos and other race related graphics provide insights that any fan of vintage racing or history will relish and want to look at over and over again.« less