August, 1839
The National Gazette (Philadelphia, Pa.)
October, 1933
The Salisbury Times
Footnote:
The arena was located at the Pocomoke Fair Grounds. I recall that the arena was no longer there in the early 1950's when stock car races were held at the Fair Grounds. -tk
April, 1956
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The Chincoteague Beacon
April, 1956
Worcester Democrat
September, 2013
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