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August 1982 Issue [Article]

Speedway

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People don't just go to the Indianapolis 500 looking for gore
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20th century Automobile racing drivers Automobile racing fans Death Indiana Indianapolis Indianapolis (Ind.) Indianapolis Speedway Race Social life and customs

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