302cominthru Posted September 19, 2007 Report Share Posted September 19, 2007 This thread is for the man himself who showed me that racing wasn't only about going fast. He was respected by his peers and admired by his fans. He was loved by his family and friends. There are some special folks in Abeline, Winters, San Angelo, San Antonio and Austin who think this guy hung the moon (including me, here in Eau Claire, Wi). From what I know from my own experiences, he ran primarily under the numbers of 302, 02, and 19. He'll forever remain in my memory as one of the most talented and honest drivers to lay rubber on the circle tracks in Texas. Below are just a few of the photos I've found on this website along with photos myself (Wesley) and my twin brother (Avery) and my older brother (Preston) have collected over the years. It was sad to say the least that Leroy would have to pass away - but fitting he did it in '02. This is just the biginning... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
302cominthru Posted March 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2008 I noticed that Jim Greer and Larry Mcumber edited the Meyer Speedway program - anybody know how to get a hold of these folks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RETrott Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 302, I'm thinking the pictured program is from about '77. There are some Playland Spdwy & Meyer Spdwy posts by Ed Hamblen's daughter, and she might know. Ed Hamblen was a long time Houston Auto Racing promoter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
302cominthru Posted April 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 Thanks RETrott....you wouldn't happen to know her name or how I might be able to contact her? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RETrott Posted April 2, 2008 Report Share Posted April 2, 2008 She posted as Trackbrat, about all I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
302cominthru Posted October 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 Thank you RETROTT - I'm sorry it took so long to get back to you. I've since moved from Eau Claire, Wi. to Rockmart, Ga. I'll give these folks a try! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txtom Posted October 8, 2008 Report Share Posted October 8, 2008 That program pic is from 1977; I happen to have a 1977 Meyer program also, with some of the same shots in it. The pic shown looks like it came from Randy Shannon's Niftee Fiftees site, where he has scanned and posted a 1977 program under the Meyer Speedway link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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