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Ivy racing efforts and new boat designs on Peoria Lake
The article describes boat builders led by Henry and teammates racing on Peoria Lake, detailing designs by R H Truitt and W Bailey at Pekin yard, plans for engine upgrades, and a proposed two mile classed racing format to improve fairness and excitement. It notes the growing local enthusiasm and a planned handicapping schedule as water levels fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siitman
Secoa
Truitt
O. S. Mills
Biya Smeets
Gee
Tapi
Aaleieier
Ats
Busse
Velt
Peru
Soia
Ewill- Waighittle
W. Bailey
Harris Aif
Pekin
Henry
Oreenall
Adoyides
Hyven
Thaia Horace
Owill
Benda
Peoria Lake
Ivy Club
Chillicothe
Lig Valley
Oe WI
R. HL Truitt
Illinois
Pavilion Park Grounds
Lacon
Adam
Eear
Forrest
Ead
Greys
Glatz
McEntee
Haines
Lmotinden
Halligan
Marland
Boemaster
Murphy
S. Deri
Kern
Mariand
Tiy
Murs phyKern
Mekintee
Gilatzy
Derr
Mebinden
Lete
Pases