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A motordrome was erected in the north part of Olentangy Park in 1915. It was 240 feet in circumference and 26 feet high. The main part of the track stood at a steep angle, and the top of the track was perpendicular to the ground. "Cyclone" Woodland and "Daredevil" Hill performed races and stunts from June 19-20, 1915.<ref>{{Cite news |articletitle = Motordrome at Olentangy|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch|date = June 18, 1915|page = 22}}</ref> | A motordrome was erected in the north part of Olentangy Park in [[1915 Season|1915]]. It was 240 feet in circumference and 26 feet high. The main part of the track stood at a steep angle, and the top of the track was perpendicular to the ground. | ||
"Cyclone" Woodland and "Daredevil" Hill performed races and stunts from June 19-20, 1915.<ref>{{Cite news |articletitle = Motordrome at Olentangy|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch|date = June 18, 1915|page = 22}}</ref> | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
Latest revision as of 20:19, 21 July 2025
Motordrome
| Type | Sports |
|---|---|
| Park Section | North |
| Built | 1915 |
| Opened | 1915 |
| Closed | Unknown - possibly temporary |
| Width | 240 feet |
| Height | 26 feet |
A motordrome was erected in the north part of Olentangy Park in 1915. It was 240 feet in circumference and 26 feet high. The main part of the track stood at a steep angle, and the top of the track was perpendicular to the ground.
"Cyclone" Woodland and "Daredevil" Hill performed races and stunts from June 19-20, 1915.[1]
References
- ↑ "Motordrome at Olentangy." Columbus Evening Dispatch. June 18, 1915. Page 22.