The Mail-Journal, Volume 7, Number 17, Milford, Kosciusko County, 27 May 1970 — Page 24

THE MAIL-JOURNAL—Wed., May 27, 1970

Fast Field Ready for "500" Saturday

Veteran drivers in ?ars powered by turbocharged Ford and engines dominate the fast field which is poised for the start of the 54th annual Indianapolis 500-mile race at noon iEDT) Saturday. It will be the 25th Internation-, al speed classic under the direc ■; lion of Speedway President Tony Hulman and most members of the racing fraternity regard this year’s event as one of the most wide-open battles of the last decade. All three froht row drivers—including A. J. Fbyt, who will be (seeking an unprecedented fourth rindy” victory—averaged better than 170 miles an hour on their official tirhe tria..; but they'll be hard pressed by such other former winners as Mario Andretti and Bobby Unser. Bobby’s younger brother, Al. who missed the 1969 race because of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, has turned in the fastest practice times as well as the fastest qualification time; but at least a dozen USAC veterans are rated as strong contenders for the winner's share of a purse which is expected to exceed SBOO,OOO. Andre'ti, the defending champion. sei the present race of 156.867 miles an hour last year, including time spent ip the pits on three stops for fuel. The rookie contingent this year is headed by NASCAR driver Donnie Allison, Rick Mother and Tony Adamowicz. -a All gates to the grounds will be opened at 6- a.m. Saturday and all race fans who have not yet , urchased tickets will be welcome at t h e usual general admission charge of $5. Pre-race ceremonies will get

Common Sense Boating Rules

Although recreational boating is governed by a minimum of written rules and regulations, every boatman should be thoroughly familiar with the unwritten or common sense rules of the sport Here are a few which, according to the Evirirude News Service, are

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Al Unser, pole position winner for Saturday's 500-mile race, gets final instructions from Chief Steward Harlan Fengler for the traditional "flying start" of the 54th annual event.

under way at 16 30 am., with a parade of band led by Purdue University’s famous All-America marching unit. Celebrities from the entertainment world will be introduced as they circle the track in their Oldsmobile onvertibles and Mr. Hulman’s traditional command “Gentlemen. Start Your Engines" will be made over the public address

especially important. Never overload a boat. Especially in smaller craft, jthe seating space provided is not necessarily an indication of the number of passengers the boat will safely carry. Be sure your boat is

system as thousands of multicolored balloons float skyward after the singing of "Back Home Again in Indiana." Rodgc- Ward, a two-time winner of the "500.” will lead the field across the starting ’ine as driver of the handsome Oldsmobile 4-4-2 pace car w? * Mr. Hulman and Zstronaut Pete Conrad as his passengers

equipped with legally required items as well as others that may prove helpful in an emergency. Life preservers, of course, are a “must.” But don’t forget things like extra line, anchor. paddle or oars, basic spare parts and tools and a first aid kit. Take it easy when boating on unfamiliar waterways. Watch for shoals, submerged obstructions and signs. Try to get information in advance from someone who is familiar with the area. Distribute the load evenly. Passengers should be seated so that the boat rides level. Proper placement of equipment will also help. When boarding a small boat, step toward the center and not on the gunwale.

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T each Young to F ish Here’s Help for You in Instructing Them Plus Tips the Experienced Angler Also Will Welcome Teaching a youngster how to fish can be more fun than almost any other activity in the great outdoors. One of fishing’s greatest attractions is that it helps to bridge the generation gap. People of all ages enjoy fishing and they enjoy it even more if they know a few of the guidelines to good fishing. Most manufacturers pack casting instructions with their rods and reels today and even the public library is a good source of illustrated information on how and where to fish. Parents and grandparents who want to share the joys of fishing with youngsters or other newcomers to the sport might well start by gathering all the free literature on the subject that is available at sporting goods stores and departments everywhere. Biggest selling fishing reels in North America today are

the closed-face spin cast reels. While only on the market for about twenty years, they have become extremely popular because they eliminate the line-twisting and backlashing that characterized many of the old baitcasting reels. Open-face spinning reels and fly casting reels are gaining in popularity, too, but take a little more practice to master. Advice Available Selecting the tackle you need is part of the fun of fishing. The right rod and reel for each person is the first consideration and a wide selection of sizes and styles is available at tackle counters throughout the country. While at the tackle counter, prospective fishermen can usually get the advice they need on what kind of lures, leaders, hooks, weights, bobbers, nets and related gear will be right for the locale and type of fishing that is planned. Remember the little boy who was asked how he managed to teach his dog new tricks? He said, “Well, first of all, you have to be smarter than the dog.” The same thing applies to fishing. It helps to be at least as smart as the fish. Knowing where they live and what attracts them is the key. Once you’ve found the fish, there are some good practices to keep in mind. First of all, be sure your tackle is rigged properly. Check the line and leader and adjust the reel’s "drag” properly. Keep hooks needle sharp. When Fish Strikes When a fish strikes, set the hook as hard as possible. Then work the fish in by pumping and reeling. “Pump” the rod by raising it and pulling it back toward you, then retrieve line by towering the rod tip and reeling. Repeat this “pump’n reel” routine until the fish is ready to land. It is a good idea always to keep the rod high as you play a fish so that the fish has to fight the bend or flexing of the rod. When a hooked fish leaps, lower the rod quickly. Put the rod tip right down to the water. This puts slack into the line immediately and makes it nearly impossible for the fish to throw the lure or break the line. Except when a fish leaps, keep a tight line. Put a constant pressure on the fish but don’t “horse” him in — that is, don’t drag him into the boat or shore with the pull of the line only. li the fish makes a strong run, let him go. Trying to stop a determined run can pull hooks out or break the line. This is especially important when the fish is ready to be landed and near the boat or shore. Most fish will make one last

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boat is properly propellered is to check the engine rpm with a tachometer. Your marine dealer should be able to do this and at the same time, recommend a different propeller if it is needed. If your boating rig isn’t giving you the kind of performance you expected, start by checking the propeller. On smaller engines, it’s not too important but with medium and high horsepower motors, changing a propeller can make a big difference.

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