Fred Smith collection.
SHANGRI-LA  SPEEDWAY
OWEGO, NY
Tom Schwarz Photo's
These images have been contributed by former competitor
and long time fan Tom Schwarz. Included are personal
photo's taken from Shangri-La in 1947 during a 'big car'
show and I'll add some Fred Smith shots later. Thanks Tom.
George Bouley was the tracks first champ.
Scene's from the pits..
A few missing pics but the rest are good, cars were ultra light..
A good view from the stands.
Thanks Tom, more to come..
7/20/08
Hank Gritzbach had a great day..
And another great article on the event in 1947.
More pictures of Granpa Gritzbach..
The cars and tow vehicles were simple, the smiles obvious.
6/22/08
8/10/08
Flyin Bryan Osgood
It's later... here are some Fred Smith shots..
Dave Kneisal during his asphalt kick..
Always a steady runner, Don Yeingst.
Dutch Hoag with the Turner Brothers Coupe.
MASCC member Frank Mathalia.