Rain claims the day at Jefferson Speedway!

By Jeanne & Larry Starr

May 15, 1999; Jefferson, WI. – Despite threatening weather, race fans were searching for their favorite seats, and cars were on the track for qualifying. It all ended suddenly, during qualifying as the skies opened up and washed away the promise of a great night of racing action.

The entire program, scheduled for this evening, has been rescheduled for next Saturday, May 22. Next week’s racing entertainment will include the One on One Street Drags. All cars must be street legal, with no racing tires allowed. Also on tap are Autograph and Picture Day, giving fans the chance to meet their favorite drivers. Finally, next Saturday, will be Jefferson Speedway’s “Armed Forces Day Salute”, all past and present members of the Armed Forces will be admitted for 1/2 price (proof of service is required).

Due to the Autograph and Picture session the times for next week have been adjusted. Gates open at 3:00PM, Qualifying at 5:30PM, Autograph session at 6:30PM and racing at 7:30PM sharp. Jefferson Speedway is located, on hwy. 18, between Jefferson.