Scott Motor Approved By ORC for 1963
The new Scott 59.85 cu. in. motor has been approved by the Outboard Racing Commission for Class F racing during the current racing year. 
The motor is manufactured by the McCulloch Corporation, 6101 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles 45, Calif. Specification sheets may be obtained direct from the company or from National Headquarters. Requests should give the motor name and sheet No. SK16937-SK16150, dated 12/11/61.

Condenser Replacement
Edgar Rose, Chairman of the Stock Outboard Technical Committee, announced that the new condenser No. FG607B, made by the Kiekhaefer Corporation, is being used as a service replacement for the older condenser No. EG607. The two condensers have identical electrical characteristics. It is therefore permissible to replace condenser FG607 with condenser F6607B. 

Nicolet Appeal Upheld; Wins BRR Nationals
Arnold Nicolet of Redding, Calif., who filed an appeal following a disqualification at the Outboard Nationals, was upheld in a recent vote by the Outboard Racing Commission. The Commission, voting ten to three, supported Nicolet's contention that the scales used to weigh his boat following the B racing runabout event in Bradenton, Fla., were inaccurate. They had shown his boat to be under minimum requirements. Nicolet placed first overall in the event. The Commission therefore announced that he is the national champion for 'the class and is entitled to trophies and cash prizes awarded at the regatta. The additional points from this event also make him the 1962 Outboard National High Point Winner for B racing runabout.

Racing Commissions, Technical Committees, Officials Approved 
As authorized by Council, the Executive Committee approved the appointment of all racing commissions, technical committees and certain officials as submitted by the activity vice-presidents and President Strang, at a meeting held in Detroit on Dec. 15. The committee acted on behalf of Council in order to expedite rule changes and other Association business. Since the 1963 Rule Book will not be available until April, these appointments as well as those previously approved by Council are published for the information of members and officials. 
The activity vice-presidents have en- deavored to represent all regions and areas, where possible, on their respective commissions and committees. However, they are authorized to make such addi- tional appointments as they deem desirable and necessary without further ap- proval. Recommendations should be submitted direct to the vice-president or committee chairman concerned The number in parenthesis name represents the region in individual resides.

STOCK OUTBOARD RACING COMMISSION
Frank J. Shinney,  Jr., Chairman (1) Hank W. Bowman (3)  Horace Nixon (4) Manuel Carnakis (12)  C. D. Stra George May (12) Mike Jonegot@hL Kenneth Wade (12)  R. Allen Smith(9) Jack Stevenson (19)  Robert Wanamaker (2) Stuart Gray (5)  James Wilson (1) Fred Hallett (11) Bud David (11) Jimmy Jost (7) 

STOCK OUTB0ARD DEPUTY COMMISSIONERS
Don Baster (12)  Donald Graham, Jr. (1) Jack Stoops (12) A. W. Manhattan (4) Louis Wheeler (10) Edward H. Nabb (4) H. Burr Coleman (16) James Paron (20) Bob Brown (5) Robert Schelling (5) Jack V. Corner (15)  Robert Pearce (19) Robert Henry (2) J. H. McAdams, Sr. (9) Charles Hornickel (3) Ronald Hedlund (7) Paul Kalb (6) George B. Todd (2) 

STOCK OUTBOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Merlyn M. Culver (6) Jimmy Jost (7) Donald L. Guerin (2) 

STOCK OUTBOARD TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Edgar Rose, Chairman (3) Boats Carlton Foster (7) Carl J. Stippich (7) Al Hart (11) Clifford J. Schon6urg (8) Sid Urytzki (3) Engines - Leslie W. Foster (8) Russ Hill, Sr. (12) Jack Leek (7) Robert T. Johnson (7) Richard McFayden (3)

OUTBOARD RACING COMMISSION
Manuel Carnakis, Chairman (12) 0. F. Christner (7) Frank Shinney (1) B. W. Cowdery (12)  R. Allen Smith (9) Dick O'Dea (3) Rockey Stone (10) Oscar Martin (2) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.) Chuck Mercord (17) Ralph Taylor (10) James 0. H. Needles (9)  Kenneth Wade (12) Walter Peterson (5) Henry Wagner (I 1) Homer Kincaid (7)  Bud Wiget (5) 

OUTBOARD TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Henry Wagner, Chairman (11) John Alden (11)  Jim Schoch (7) Manuel Carnakis (12) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.) Dick O'Dea (3) Bud Wiget (5) John Laird (10) 

OUTBOARD DEPUTY COMMISSIONERS
Wally Adams (5) Paul Kalb (6) Ted Ahrens (8) Charles Lamantia (9) Jack Corner (15) Robert Seeger (7) David Cummings (2) Otis Smith (4) Edward Dunn (2) Ron Snow (19) Robert Goodlett (14)  Eugene Strain (20) Harmon (18) C. R. Watson (5) John R. Woods (8)  (16) Dean Worcester (4) Jimmy Jost (7)

OUTBOARD TECHNICAL BOAT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Ralph DeSilva (12)  William DeSilva (12) Wilbur McDonald (10) Michael J. Starego (3) Kayeau (5)

RACING COMMISSION
Kenneth E. Wade, (12) 

COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS 
INBOARD RACING COMMISSION
Enas Argence (9) Art Hafner (3) Bob Ballinger (6) Fred Hallett (11) Manuel Carnakis (12) Kenneth Harman (12) Ralph Clesi (9) S. E. Jones (5) W. Lock Madill (19) E. M. Peatross (4) J. A. Colcock (10) Frank J. Shinney (1) Ray DeRome (5) Royce Richards (6) Lou Eppel (7) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.) Frank Foulke (4)

INBOARD DEPUTY COMMISSIONERS
Jack Butterworth (19) Gene Roesch (2) Arnold Green (10) E. W. Schroeder (12) Jimmy Jost (7) Dick Meredith (19) Al Hart (11)

INBOARD SAFETY AND ACCIDENT ANALYSIS COMMITTEE
Enas Argence, Chairman (9) Merlyn W. Culver (6)  Kenneth Ingram (12) Art Hafner (3) Clarence Roberts (12) Morey Hale (11) Walt Stevenson (3)

INBOARD RULES REVISION COMMITTEE
Ray DeRome, Chairman (5) Melvin Crook (3) Ron Jones (10) Glenn Davis (12) John Witt (8) Lou Eppel (7) William Young (19)

INBOARD  TECHNICAL COMMITTEES
44 Cu. In. Hydro
H. E. Burgard, Chairman (3) Harry Nichol (3) Robert Overdorf (3) 

48 Cu. In. Hydro
F.C. Moor, Chairman (5) Dr. Henry V. Eastman (12) Jack Philpott (10) Art McDongall (4)

91 Cu. In. Hydro
J.C. Cox, Jr., Chairman (5) F.C. Moor (5) 

145 Cu. In. Hydro
Page Hamilton, Chairman (4) Gerald W. Bunn (4) Harry Weimer (11) Anthony McKinnon (10) Lloyd Delozier (12)

150 Cu. In. Hydro
Ardson Bozarth, Chairman (3) Jack N. 14ess (10) Edward Su'llivan (7) Rod Maurer (12

225 Cu. In. Hydro
Marion Beaver, Chairman (12) Lon Graditi (11) Merle Solland (10) Paul Edgar (10) 

266 Cu. In. Hydro
Art Kastner, Chairman (12) Jim McGuire (10) Walter Stevenson (3) William Ritner (3) 

280 Cu.  In. Hydro
Jerry Ballard,  Chairman (12) Robert McGuire (9)  Alton Pierson (4) Theodore E. Knudson (10) 

7 Litre
J.A. Colcock, Chairman (10) Frank Foulke (4) Bill Muncey (10) Ray Gassner (5) Jim Townsend (15)

E &  F Service Runabout
Dick Cooper, Chairman (5) Del Daily (5)Harry Pickford (4) W. S. Pratt (4) 

E & B Racing Runabout
Earl Davis, Chairman (18) Olin Miller (I 1) Red Wilson (12) Erni,@ Rose (12)

Ski Racing Runabout 
Les Brown. Chairman (7) Ray DeRome (5) Lon Skinner (10) Ed Olsen (12)  Swede Stromstedt (7) Don Towle (12) 

44 Cu. In. Runabout
Richard B. McConnell, Chairman (9) Enas Argence (9) 

Cracker Box
Howard E. Smith, Chairman (12) Ronald Bestward (19) Dale Moody (12) K. V. Johnson (18) 

Jersey Speed Skiff 
Dan Ardolino, Chairman (3) Joseph Julian (3)  Harold Seama (3) 

UNLIMITED RACING COMMISSION
J. Lee Schoenith, Chairman (6) Homer Alverson (6) Ron Musson. (10) Melvin Crook (3) E. M. Peatross(4) Lou Eppel (7) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.) Al Hart (11) Don Wilson (5) Bill Muncey (10)

UNLIMITED CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
Dr. Randolph Pillow (10)

UNLIMITED REFEREES
Don Amick (10)  Fred Hallett (11) Melvin Crook (3) William Newton (2)

UNLIMITED SANCTIONING COMMITTEE
J. Lee Schocnith, Chairman (6) Bill Mtincey (10) E. M. Peatross (4) 

UNLIMITED TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Jim Moynihan, Chairman (2) Ray Burton (2)  Ted Jones (10) Don Garner (6)  William Smith (6) Harold Johnson (12) Les Staudacher.(6) 

GOLD CUP TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
- L. N. Welsch, Chairman (10) I.es Staudacher (6)  Bill Stead (11)

GOLD CUP REFEREE - Melvin Crook (3
) 
CRUISER RACING COMMISSION
Rudolph Cubicciotti, Chairman (2) 
Dr. James D. Paris, Vice-Chairman (2) Thomas C. Britton (5) Austin M. Proud (5) Dave Butterworth (3) Charles Pyne (1) Joseph E. Choate (2) John Sellors (4) Edward 1. Dennis (5)  Thol 0. Simonson (12) Capt. G. R. Fish (2) Scott S. Skinner (15) Richard Hilder (4) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.) Wm. Edgar John (2)  Arthur Veinott (1) Victor Kransberger (6) Fred Woodward (12) Dr. Carli S. Mundy (6)  Bruno Zucconi (11) 

CRUISER TECHNICAL COMMITTEE
Vincent C. Hall, Chairman (1) Robert Cowen, Vice-Chairman (3) Thomas C. Britton (5) Johnnie W. Miller (I 2) Edward J. Dennis (5) Edward B. Quinan (5) George W. Gale (3) John F. Schoen (6) M. L. Hersey (2) Lee Sumpter (12) Ct. Milton LaRiviere (1) Arthur Veinott (1)

SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE
Donald L. Guerin, Chairman (2) Ray DeRome (5) George J. Trimper (2) Robert Schelling (5) James Wilson (1) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.)Merlyn Culver (6)

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Jimmy Jost, Chairman (7) Donald L. Guerin (2)  W. A. Smith (1) Fred Hallett (II) C. D. Strang (Ex-Off.) E. M. Peatross (4) 
Chief Measurer-John Valachovic (2) 
Chief Surveyor- Robert Schelling (5) 
Chief Timer -Otto Crocker (12) 
Chief Counsel -William A. Smith (2) 
Nominating Committee Chm-Alton Pierson (4) 

Region Election Results
Region 18 officers and directors for 1963 are given below for the information of members and national officials. 
This completes all region elections, with the exception of Region 8, which has not elected officials for the current year. 
REGION 18 Officers
Region ChairmanRegion Vice-ChairmanInboard ChairmanOutboard ChairmanStock Outboard Chairman Secretary-Treasurer Publicity Director Directors 
Richard Anderson Lafarr Brown Blaine Devlin Kenneth Furniss Jack Hurley Kenneth Jones D. Gary Peterson Gordon Peterson Irvin D. Swindell Carol Verbeek Charles Parker  Wes Knudsen K. V. Johnson Cam Harmon Herb Hausman Jack Thomson Les Brown Fred Moreland Pat Padfield Ralph Goodrich Vern Anderson Bob Innes Adrian Baldwin R. L. Ruth Ken McClure Bob Summers 

From National Headquarters
RECENT APPOINTMENTS
President C. D. Strang appointed Past- President E. M. Peatross to represent the APBA on the 1963 National Safe Boating Week Committee. Peatross has served in this capacity since the Association became an active member of the committee in 1961. Its principal function is the promotion of public interest in safe boating. Fifteen other national, industry and government organizations are members.John Riner Woods, 8518 Colonial Road, St. Louis 24, Mo., was appointed Temporary Chairman of Region 8 by President C. D. Strang. The region did not hold annual elections for officers as required by the By-Laws and the appointment was made pending elections to be held. 
President E. M. Peatross to represent the APBA on the 1963 National Safe Boating Week Committee. Peatross has served in this capacity since the Association became an active member of the committee in 1961. Its principal function is the pro- motion of public interest in safe boating. Fifteen other national, industry and government organizations are members. John Riner Woods, 8518 Colonial Road, St. Louis 24, Mo., was appointed Temporary Chairman of Region 8 by President C. D. Strang. The region did not hold annual elections for officers as required by the By-Laws and the appointment was made pending elections to be held.

RULE CHANGES
Ballots were mailed on Jan. I I to members with registered equipment in the Inboard, Outboard and Stock Outboard categories, containing proposed racing and technical rule changes for 1963. As the ballot emphasized, it must be mailed to National Headquarters before midnight, Feb. 1, to be officially counted. The procedures for handling rule changes in the future will be revised, if members so vote, to give more time to members and commissions to propose and consider changes. The present procedures produce few suggestions, are costly and come at the time of year when most people are busy with Christmas and other year-end activities. Council approved a By-Law change, which will be submitted to members for voting in the near future and which it is thought will be more practical in handling this important matter.

PROPELLER INDEX
Because of activities in National Headquarters following the annual meeting, it was impossible to prepare the regular six- month index for the July-December Propellers in time to include it in the December issue. It is therefore published in this issue. 

GOOD LUCK
Friends of Bob W. Schroeder, North Tonawanda, N. Y., are extending congratulations and best wishes on his new appointment as manager of Shepherd's Niagara-on-the-Lake boat plant. In making the announcement, James M. Hahn, president of Shepherd Boats, said that while his company is not building racing boats as such, he feels there is much to learn from the performance of speedboats, just as the auto industry has learned from Indianapolis races. Schroeder has designed and campaigned limited boats. In 1957 he turned to the unlimited class as driver and was associated with the Gale boats this past season.

CANADIAN EXCHANGE RATE
Many of our members, clubs and regatta sponsors residing in Canada pay dues and sanction fees in Canadian funds. Heretofore National Headquarters accepted the funds as it would require correspondence and time to collect the small balance due. For 1963, however, we will require all payments for individual and club mem- bership dues, sanction fees, etc. to be in U.S. funds or equivalent Canadian funds. The present difference between Canadian and U.S. exchange rates is more than the Association can assume. We regret this measure and will appreciate the cooperation of our Canadian members and friends.

THANKS
Your staff at National Headquarters wishes to thank everyone who sent Christmas cards and greetings during the holiday season. Many beautiful cards were received. We wish a personal note could be returned to each one, but trust this expression of appreciation will suffice to those who had us in mind at Christmas time.

Cruiser Comments
By Rudolph Cubieciotti Cruiser Vice-President 
Dues As you read in the December 1962 issue of the Propeller, dues have been increased to $10 per year to put the Cruiser Division on a parity with all other divisions. However, something else was added which was not mentioned in the article, and that is a $3 single event fee. Thus, a contestant who plans to enter only one or two contests might prefer the single- event fee. Contest committees should note that receipts should be given for dues collected, whether they be the single event fee or the annual fee. Paper Economy The consumption of predicted log forms seems to be entirely too great for the pur- pose served. Theoretically, all that would be required would be two forms per contestant, to be used as follows: The left-hand half is to be turned in to the committee with predictions before the contest. The right-hand half is to be used by the observer to keep Actual Log and to be turned in to the committee after the contest. One complete form is for the files of the contestant. Even adding something for spoilage, 21/2 forms per contestant should be ample. 

Roller Skating Anyone?
On Feb. 13, 1963, the Marine Racing Club of Chicago will hold its Second An- nual Roller Skating Party at the North Avenue Rollerway Rink, North and 5th Aves., Melrose Park, 111. This Roller Skating Party is again being held because of the many requests for a repeat, due to the fun everyone had last year. 
Besides the exhibition given by the North Avenue Dance, Figure and Speed Club, nationally famous skaters, roller skating races were conducted, the classes being scheduled by age with both ladies' and men's races. These races resembled a closed course stock outboard race and many of those racing would have been disqualified because of the shoving, crashing, pushing and tripping in the turns, but it was really enjoyed by all. This Annual Club Fund-Raising Skating Party had representation from the inboard, outboard, stock outboard and ski classes. The Marine Racing Club, located on the northwest side of Chicago, extends an invitation to all to attend the Annual Roller Skating Party, especially the late- comers from up in Wisconsin. Remember the date, Wednesday, Feb. 13, 8:00 p.m. Donation is only $1.00 per person (less than entry fee at the average race). See you there. The accompanying picture shows how the Jost family likes to roller skate. Oh yes, Jimmy and Irene skate, too, it's fun for the whole family, the same as boat racing is. 
-Irene Jost 

Kent Hitchcock Dies
Kent Hitchcock, of Corona Del Mar, Calif., well-known photographer, pub- lisher and boat racing enthusiast, died on Nov. 21, following a heart attack. This tribute to him was submitted by Kenny Harman, member of the Inboard Racing Commission, and friend of Hitch- cock for many years. "Tribute. never plentiful, rarely lavished on the living, seldom heard by the honored, is always in order. 
"It is sad that we wait until the passing of a friend to recall that person's contribution to society. Individual everyday contributions are taken for granted if we are constantly exposed to them. Those of us who were exposed to Kent Hitchcock's contributions through the years, somehow got used to them. Today we realize that we had among us an outstanding personality whose intellect was reflected in his work, his speech and his writing. "In the field of marine photography Kent was the master, he had no equal. His magazine Speed and Spray was the best of its kind ever to hit the newsstands. His ability in the field of speech left no one in doubt as to who was in command and who knew the subject best. His knowledge of parliamentary law and the Rules Book was phenomenal. "As Commodore of the Southern California Speedboat Club, Kent pulled the club from dis- unity into a well-rounded organization. Kent's knack to organize and carry out programs was well recognized. His promotion of the Newport races resulted in some of the finest racing seen in Southern California. "To a perfectionist who has left his indelible mark in the boat racing world, we say a sad goodbye. To his wife Peggy we say that Kent and Peggy will always be part of the Southern California Speedboat Club."

Hodges Appeal Denied
By a vote of nine to one, the Stock Outboard Racing Commission disallowed the appeal of Ken Hodges of Blythe, Calif., filed at the Colorado River Mara- thon, Sept. 30, 1962. The Commission was extremely disturbed by the unsportsmanlike actions of the driver, as well as his pit crew, while they were in the inspection area. 
The Commission voted to deny Hodges membership in APBA for a period of one year, until Oct. 15, 1963, and also stated, "All drivers throughout the country should take heed and conduct themselves as sportsmen at all regattas, especially where possible disqualification is con- cerned," adding that the driver is also responsible for the actions of his pit crew and friends accompanying him.

IRC Disqualifies Pratt
The Inboard Racing Commission has disqualified W. S. Pratt's E Service Run- about, E-Z-Duzit, which captured the National Championship and set a new 5-mile competition record at Washing- ton, D. C. on July 14. It was driven by Harold Satterfield. The Commission made its final decision following a special hearing by the E & F Technical Committee which held that the engine was over-size when origi- nally inspected. As runner-up in the national event, W. S. Thomas, Hayes Post Office, Gloucester, Va., moves to first place and is the 1962 National Champion for the class. Pratt's national high point standing, however, is unaffected by the loss of points at the Washington event. He is the highest in the class. 

Bill Rucker Suspended; Bartolomei on Probation 
Following recommendations made by a special hearing committee, the Out- board Racing Commission voted to sus- pend Bill J. Rucker of Alameda, Calif., from all racing activity for a period of six months from the date of the infrac- tion, Oct. 28, up to and including April 30, 1963. In addition, it was voted to place Rucker on probation for a period of one year. Any further infraction of the racing rules or for conduct unbecoming a sports- man during the probationary period will result in the revoking of his probation and he will be suspended for one year from the date of the infraction, the Commission ruled. 
At the same time the Commission voted to place Harry Bartolomei, Castro Valley, Calif., on probation for a period of one year from the date of the infraction, Oct. 28. Any further infraction of the racing rules or for conduct unbecoming a sportsman during the probationary period will result in his probation being revoked and he will be suspended for a period of one year from the date of the infraction. 
The Commission's action stemmed from charges made against both drivers for unsportsmanlike conduct at the Parker, Ariz., regatta. 

Kiekhoefer & Blank Trophies Awarded
Baltimore and Miami drivers in stock outboard boat competition have won the top trophies awarded annually by the Kiekhaefer Corporation through the APBA. One of them, Don Christy of Baltimore, won his trophy for the fifth straight year. 
Five-time champion Christy received the A. C. Kiekhaefer Trophy for the highest over-all point total in APBA stock competition. The other champ is Billy Hutchins of Miami, who won the John and Flora Blank Trophy for the highest number of points in any one class. 
Christy, participating in eight classes, racked up an aggregate point total of 39,914 to lead runner-up Larry Castagneto Jr. of Melrose, Mass., by nearly 17,000 points. Christy scored points in four stock utility classes and four hydro classes. 
Hutchins, a veteran driver despite his 17 years, ran up a total of 10,146 points in Class A stock hydro competition to capture the Blank Trophy. Christy's 9,613 points in Class C stock hydro racing won him the runner-up spot. The two presentations are made annually by the manufacturers of Mercury outboard motors in memory of Carl Kiekhaefer's father and his aunt and uncle, long-time powerboat enthusiasts. 

Highlights of IPC Meeting in Miami
By Kenneth Wade Inboard Vice-President 
The annual Inboard meeting at the Deauville Hotel in Miami lived up to the standards set by previous annual meetings. It is only at these meetings, held as part of the APBA Annual Meeting, that prominent, interested inboarders can meet and discuss their sport and direct its fu- ture progress. All of the items under planning and discussion then go back to the APBA members for their approval. 
There were six items of a general nature that were recommended for submission to drivers. These must be worked up into final form and be approved by the appropriate membership. They were - 
1. Authorization of sponsorship and/or advertising on boats, 
2. Simplification of the inspection procedures on all class boats, especially in the stock classes. 
3. Fuel standardization and testing procedures. 4. Driver qualification testing procedures. 
5. Weight limits and their effectiveness as a safety factor. 
6. Responsibility for course safety checks. 

1. Sponsorship and advertising on inboard boats was advocated as a way to increase interest and participation in our sport. It was agreed that the general pattern should be "Indianapolis style," with the size of the lettering limited probably to 5" or 6" in height. 
Any disputes as to suitability of name or advertising could be decided by the IRC. Jalopy or stock-car style markings were held to be undesirable for our sport. 
2. Altering the rules in the "stock" classes so that only certain easily measured items would be inspected was suggested to further these fine classes. Something in the nature of "sportsman" with inspection limited to carburetor, fuel, ignition, bore, stroke, valve size, would allow the contestant to have his equip- ment inspected in a minimum of time. 
It is felt that the judicious choice of rules would allow the same reliability and economy for which these classes were established, and yet simplify the inspec- tion and avoid most of the inspection problems that have besieged these classes. 
3. The suggestion for control of fuels was authority of a regatta to require all boats to use fuels furnished or purchased at the race from common sources. Prior notice as to brand, etc., was to be given on the race circular. Testing procedures for detection of various additives are being processed and could be used in addition. Records and championships should have fuel control and testing, it was also agreed. 
4. The addition of oral and written tests to the existing performance-type driver qualifications now in use was dis- cussed and approved. It was agreed that there has been improvement under the existing system and that these changes are desirable. 
5. The discussion of weight limits and the addition of weight to existing hulls brought on a discussion that produced considerable beat as well as light. The question of balance and set-up in relation to safety was advanced as more pertinent. It was felt by some that a method of regulation of the poorly balanced and set-up boat was long overdue. The de- tails of this program may call for the wis- dom of Solomon but does seem revelant to progress in safety. 
6. Our veteran Chief Surveyor Bob Schelling presented the problem of course safety checks in his official position. The group was unanimous in its feeling that the Chief Surveyor should notify the appropriate IRC person and Region Chairman in cases where safety stand- ards of courses are in question. It then becomes the responsibility of the Region Chairman and the IRC to rule on ques- tions involved. 
RULES DISCUSSED
There were many class rule changes discussed. Some of the more important were- 
1. Splitting the 7 litre into 2 groups, "Full Race" and "Sportsman." This recommendation came from last year's technical committee. In essence, this is creating a new class and probably could be handled in that manner if the IRC feels this action desireable. 
2. Valve spring change, carburetion clarified and limiting engines to those of American manufacture in 145 class. 
3. Claiming price on engine only as a method of enforcing rules that limit permissible expenditures for engines. 
4. Allow 14-year olds to drive in 44 hydros and runabouts. 
5.  The question of fuel injection and gear boxes in the 150s. 
6.  Restarts in general: three possible changes were (a) extra lap as in Gold Cup for gun jumpers; (b) half points for gun jumpers; (e) consolation races for all gun jumpers. 
7.  Firewalls, complete covering of the body with coveralls and adequate ventilation, were methods considered for improving fire safety. 
If you are interested in promoting these changes or in deterring any of these changes, please write to your technical committee with a copy to the writer. 

Executive Committee Meets in Detroit
The first meeting of the newly ap- pointed Executive Committee was held on Dec. 15 at National Headquarters. it was called to consider several matters which required action in the interim between the Miami Beach Council meeting and the Council meeting scheduled in New York on Jan. 12. Proceedings of the meeting are published herewith. 
The meeting of the Executive Committee was duly called to order by Chairman Jimmy Jost, Senior Vice-President. Chief Counsel William A. Smith acted as secretary of the meeting. Present were: 
Jimmy Jost, Chairman Charles D. Strang, Donald L. GuerinEx-officio William A. Smith Absent and excused were Fred Hallett and E. M. Peatross, Past-President. Also present were Paul A. Kalb, Member of Council, and Harry Smith, Jr., Executive Secretary. 
By unanimous vote the Executive Committee approved and ratified for and on behalf of the Council the following appointments of Com- missions, Committees, and Officials of the Association. (The various appointments are published elsewhere in this issue.) 
Special Events Committee - Donald L. Guerin, Chairman, and all committee members, as set forth in the published list. 
Cruiser Racing Commission and Cruiser Technical Committee-as set forth in the published list. 
Unlimited t Racing Commission, Medical Officer, Unlimited Referees, Unlimited Sanctioning Committee, Unlimited Technical Committee, Gold Cup Technical Committee, Gold Cup Referee-as set forth in the published list. 1 Inboard Racing Commission, Inboard Deputy Commissioners, Inboard Safety and Accident Analysis Committee, Inboard Rules Revision Committee, 44 Cu. In. Hydro, 48 Hydro, 91 Hydro, 145 Hydro, 150 Hydro, 225 Hydro, 266 Hydro, 280 Hydro, 7 Litre, E & F Service ,Runabout, E & B Racing Runabout, Ski Racing Runabout, 44 Runabout, Crackerbox, Jersey @peed Skiff-as set forth in the published lists. The Executive Committee disapproved the use of the word "Commission' in the Inboard Safety and Accident Analysis Commission and changed it to read "Committee" on the ground that the Inboard Racing Commission has no power to appoint a Commission. No appointments were submitted for PODH. The Activity Vice-President is empowered to make such appointments. 
Outboard Racing Commission, Outboard Technical Committee, Deputy Outboard Commissioners, Technical Boat Committee (Advisory)-as set forth in the published lists. 
Stock Outboard Racing Commission, Stock Outboard Advisory Committee, Stock Outboard Technical Committee-as set forth in the published lists. 
All Activity Vice-Presidents are authorized to make such additional appointments to their various Commissions and Committees as they deem desirable and necessary without further approval. 
,Approved the recommendations for Officials by the President as follows: 
Chief MeasurerJohn Valachovic 
Chief SurveyorRobert Schelling 
Chief Timer Otto Crocker 
Chairman Jost informed the Executive Committee that the President has specifically assigned him the conduct of a program designed to obtain increased advertising for all of our publications. A series of letters are being drafted and will go to all manufacturers. A new Out- board Pleasure Craft Rule Book will be printed and in connection with the solicitation of adver- tising and Patron memberships, a packaged deal permitting dual advertising in both publications is being put into operation. It is anticipated that this will result in increased income and wider publication. The report of the Chairman as head of this new program was approved. 
Executive Committee action for approval by Council: Lee Schocnith, Chairman, Unlimited Racing Commission, submitted his recommendation that the site of the 1963 Gold Cup race be awarded to Detroit on the basis of the bid of the Detroit International Regatta Association. The tentative date is July 7, 1963. He reported all bids received as follows: 
Detroit $36,250 
Seattle$25,500 
Guntersville$20,000 
Madison$17,500 
Couer d'Alene$10,000 
By unanimous vote, the Executive Committee approved the recommendation of the Chairman of the Unlimited Racing Commission and awarded the site of the 1963 Gold Cup race to Detroit, subject to final approval by the Council at its New York meeting. 
The meeting recessed at 11:50 a.m. Respectfully submitted, W. A. Smith, Chief Counsel and Acting Secretary

REGION NEWS 
REGION 1
By Hartley Bailey 
As you can see, you have a new reporter. Marshall Hall tells me he has decided to go back to work, so be had to resign. We have an outstanding driver in Re- gion 1. He has won national high points in BU, CU, and DSH. He is BU national champion. He set a new CU kilo record, received Region I and South Shore Out- board high point awards and was nominated for the Gulf Hall of Fame for the second consecutive year. Our Larry Castagneto was a very busy lad in 1962.Region I Chairman Howard Whitehouse announced the region high point totals as follows-. Section A. Link Walker, DU; Danny Pickard, AU; Tommy Cloutier, JU; Doug Parker, AU; Jan Coe, JU; Danny Pickard, ASH; Doug Parker, ASH; Ken Pickard, BSH; Al Carpenter, ASH; and Clyde Pierce, BSH. 
Section B. Larry Castagneto, CU; Doug Bailey, JU; Larry Castagneto, BU; Stan- ley Armstrong Jr., CU; Bill Giles, BU; Stan Armstrong Jr., CSH and DSH; Kenny Rosato, CSH; Bill Giles, BSH; and Larry Castagneto, DSti. 
Section D. George Waller Jr., AU; Bob Howie, BU; Frank Warner, DU; Howard Langdon, DU; and Henry Ku- tash, AU; Don Graham, BSH; Bob Howie, BSfi; Jim Martin, DSH; Don Graham, CSH; and Charles Gonyea, ASH. 
Bill Giles was awarded the first Frank 1. Shinney Safety Merit Award for his quick thinking at Lake Zoar, Conn., during a race. 
Maurice Kinney has been awarded the Region I novice driver of the year award. 
Old news is new news if you haven't read it. The Westbrook Outboard Club held its annual dinner at the -Eastland Motor Hotel in Portland on Nov. 3. High Point awards were presented by Com- modore Doug Parker. JU, Tommy Cloutier; AU and ASH, Danny Pickard; BSH, Kenny Pickard; DS14, Carleton Sawyer. Presentation of the Governor's Trophy was made to Douglas Bailey, who came nearest to the APBA world record in competition in his class at the race held at Readfield, Me. 
The South Shore Outboard Club held its awards dinner-dance at the Alamo, Abington, Mass. on Nov. 10. High point awards were presented by Commodore Ray Tardy. JU, Paul Shinney; AU, Dave Rimback; BU and CU, Larry Castag- neto; DU, Billy Allen; ASH, Billy Prim- pas; BSH, Bill Giles; CSH and DSH, Stan Armstrong. Howard Whitehouse was presented the Good Sportsmanship Award for outstanding sportsmanship during SSOA sponsored races. 
Connecticut Outboard Association held its annual awards dinner at the Nut- cracker Lounge in Portland, Conn., on Nov. 17. High point awards were pre- sented by Commodore Bill Tichy. JU, Doug Bailey; AU, George Waller Jr.; BU and BSH, Bob Howie; CU, CSH and DSH, Stan Armstrong Jr.; and DU, Frank Warner. We have temporarily lost one of our most active boosters in Region 1. He is Don Graham Jr. who was laid low by pneumonia and then a heart attack. He is at home recuperating. 
Frank Shinney, Stock Outboard V-P., came back from Miami with a cold and is fighting pneumonia with all kinds of exotic pills. The doctors claim they can cure pneumonia even though they can't cure a cold. 
Howard Whitehouse also brought something back from Miami, the apt definition of a racing boat. A racing boat is a hole in the water, lined with wood, metal or plastic, into which the owner pours all of his money.

REGION 6
Tough luck hit Butch and Jimmy Hall of Eaton Rapids, Mich. They lost three stock outboard boats in a fire which destroyed the barn at the rear of Butch Hall's home. Fortunately, the motors and trailer had been removed from the barn just before the fire. How did  'it start? Two small neighborhood boys were playing with matches! The Halls have miscellaneous equipment and motors to dispose which were not in the barn. 

REGION 7
By Ann Strang 
The year 1962 was a most successful one for our region. Four of our members were elected to National office, President Charles Strang, Oshkosh, Wis.; Senior V-P Jim Jost, River Grove, 111; Secretary Carl Stippich, Milwaukee; and Lou Ep- pel, Libertyville, Ill., to Council. The famed international John Ward Trophy was won by Homer Kincaid, Carbon Cliff, 111. 
We have eight National Champions, i.e., Inboard, Swede Stromstedt, N4c- Henry, Ill., 150 hydro; Outboard, BH, Billy Seebold, Granite City, Ill.; CH, Homer Kincaid; DH and DRR, Jim Schoch, Quincy, Ill.; and FH, Joe Mich- elini, Chicago, 111. Stock Outboard, BSH, Vern Kargus, Menasha, Wis.; and 36 Class, Ron Rake, Springfield, 111. And, still more, nine high point champions; Inboard, Jug Kelly, Chicago, E Racing Runabout; and Les Brown, Oak Lawn, Ill., SK Racing Runabout. Out- board, Jim Schoch, ARR; and Homer Kincaid, C Hydro. Stock Outboard, Amateur, Craig Frazier, Milwaukee, JU; Fred Samann, West Allis, Wis., DU; and Ron Rake, 36 Class; Professional, Barbara Frazier, Milwaukee, JU; and Denis Berghauer, Wauwatosa, Wis., DU. 
New records, Gerald Waldman, kilo, D Hydro and CSH-2; Jim Schoch, five mile, D Hydro. 
The Marine Racing Club's annual banquet was held at the VFW Hall, Lisle, Ill., on Nov. 10. Many of the region's club commodores and officers were seen among the guests, including Jim and Irene Jost, Carl Stippich, Don Schmitzer, Region Chairman and Commodore of the Wisconsin Stock Outboard Racing Ass. with Louise, Red Irick, Commodore, Midwest Chicago Club, with Dotty, Bill Leutner, Commodore, Badger State Outboard Association with Ellen, Bud Finkel, Commodore, Outboard Club of Chicago, Bob and Betty Seeger, Bill and Ollie Byrne, Charlotte Queen, Harold and Orella Berghauer, Bucky Makofski. Commodore Kenneth Lund introduced Master of Ceremonies Jim Jost who handled the job with his usual aplomb. The club's high point awards went to Gerry Hedlund, first and second in utility, Bill Janz, first in hydro with Kenny Lund second in hydro. The humorous awards, prepared by Irene Jost, went to Carl Stippich, Bill Leutner, Ken Lund, Don Schmitzer and Red Trick, all were indic- ative of some amusina happening during the past season. 
One of our outstanding inspectors has left Region 7 for Region 3. Edgar Rose, formerly of Oshkosh, Wis., is now a resident of the Garden State. Chain-O-Lakes Boat Club, the region's only inboard club, held its annual trophy presentation and commodore's ball at the Wing N' Fin Club, Volo, Ill., on Dec. 1. An active group, these Chain-O-Lakers, having co-sponsored sixteen regattas during this past season, probably more than any other inboard club. 
Commodore Ed Sullivan introduced Master of Ceremonies Ed Zender, who, in turn, presented the guests and awarded the trophies. An entertaining facet of this presentation was the flip trophies, given to those drivers who, at one time or another during 1962, found themselves wrong-side up in the water. 
A few of the non-member guests were the Don Schmitzers and Bucky Makofski from the WSORA, the Bill Leutners from BSOA, and our four newly elected Na- tional officers, Charles Strang, Jim Jost, Carl Stippich and Lou Eppel, accompanied by Ann Strang, Irene Jost, and Patty Eppel. Among those seen at Miami's Orange Bowl Regatta, Dec. 31 were Charlie Strang, Ed and Grace Sullivan, Swede Stromstedt, Frank Kassow, Ed Zender, the entire Switzer family, James Um- barger, Jr., and yours truly. Bob Switzer, Crystal Lake, Ill., and James Umbarger, Jr., McHenry, Ill., were the winners of their respective classes in the six-bour pleasure craft marathon. 

NEWS OF AFFILIATED CLUBS
Badger State Outboard Racing Assn.
The Badger State Outboard Racing Association, Milwaukee, held its annual meeting and election of officers with the following results.Commodore, Carl Stippich; Vice-Commodore, William Luetner; Rear-Commodore, Walter Schuelke; Secretary, Gerald Waldman; Treasurer, Charles Erdman; and Directors Harold Berghauer and Willard Roloff. 
Belle Isle Outboard Club In the 1962 racing season the Belle Isle Outboard Club had more members in the national high point standings than any other club in the United States. In the 36 class Gerald Van Conant captured the marathon high point championship for the second straight year. Bob Moore took second, while Richard Sherwood was fifth. BIOC completely dominated CU as Al Myers was first, Niles Stierna took second, with Ralph Davidson third, and Jim Gibson fifth. 
In the big DU class Ray Lenk finished third, with the writer fourth in BU. Another member, Chip Ashton, came in third in 36 class in the National Championships at Guntersville, Ala. All of these members will be honored at our annual banquet on Jan. 19. Tentative plans have already been made for the 1963 Belle Isle Marathon. This year wewill run our marathon in the morning with a short course race for hydros and utilities to be held in the afternoon. This will be held in a sheltered part of the river and there is plenty of sand beach for pit area. The BIOC would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and a successful 1963 racing season. 
-Fred Schwartz Publicity Dir. 

Lakeport Boat Club
The Lakeport (Mich.) Boat Club held its annual dinner meeting in December and closed the 1962 social season. Distinguished guests were Harry Smith, Jr., Executive Secretary of the, APBA and Mrs. Smith; Ross Jones, Editor of the Marine City (Mich.) Independent and Mrs. Jones. Smith extended greetings to the group and gave a brief review of the highlights of the 59th Annual Meeting at Miami Beach. The 1962 LBC awards were presented to twelve outboard marathon competitors and two special awards were made. Fred Andreae, Jr. was given the "Highwinder Trophy", a broken piston and rod from one of Fred's blown engines beautifully mounted and suitably inscribed. A beautiful plaque, inscribed in appreciation for efforts in behalf of the club, was given the Secretary. LBC officers for 1963 are Jesse W. Hill, Commodore; Roger Schaller, Vice-Commodore; Harry J. Dingeman, Jr., Secretary; and James F. McGlynn, Treasurer. The club completed the 1962 racing season with two National Stock Outboard Marathon champions. Two members were second-place winners in the National High Point Marathon standings; one was third, one was fourth and one was fifth. The LBC recently was designated as the outstanding stock outboard marathon racing group in the country today. It is our sincere hope that we may merit the same com- pliment this coming year. The LBC wishes to express appreciation to the officials of the APBA for their continuing efforts in behalf of members, and pledges its cooperation to the end that the 1963 goals of President Charles D. Strang may be attained. 
-Harry J. Dingeman, Jr. Secretary 

Maumee River Racing Assn.
The election of officers for 1963 of the Mau- mee River Racing Association was held on Nov. 12 with the following results. 
Commodore, Fritz Wells; Vice-Commodore, Barry Niebel; Secretary, Craig Ashbaucher; Treasurer, Merwyn Ashbaucher; Publicity, Al Franz; Directors, Barry Niebel, John Kepling, Jr., Frank Hartman, Howard Schaetzke, and Blaine Putterbaugh. 
We hope to have our usual number of races for the coming year plus a possibility of at least one outboard pleasure craft race. We also plan to do everything possible to restore the 20-H conversion to our programs, but we will have to have the complete cooperation of the drivers as to testing, etc. Plans are being made by Merwyn Ashbaucher, Craig Ashbaucher and Gary Franz for our an- nual banquet to be held in February. We wish a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all APBA members and friends everywhere. 
Al Franz Publicity Chm.

New Orleans Power Boat Assn.
The New Orleans Power Boat Assn. staged its installation, awards and appreciation night Nov. 2 with a big dance. 
The only thing that marred an otherwise wonderful evening was the fact that our new Commodore, Al Flair, and Ladies Auxiliary President, Mrs. Melba Hopkins, were unable to attend because of illness. 
At the beginning of the program a group of New Orleans leading citizens were introduced without whose cooperation the Pan American regatta would not be a reality. Next it was the ladies shining hour as they have put up with all sorts of inconveniences during the year of racing. The new officers for the auxiliary are Mrs. Jeff Wallace (the wife of the chairman of Region 9) Vice-President; Mrs. Claire Cieslinski and Mrs. June Bridges, Secretaries; Miss Bessie LaBorde, Treasurer; Mrs. Sylvia McGuire, His- torian and Mrs. Violet Johnston, Chairlady of entertainment.The new board of governors consists of Mrs. Carlyn Mitto, Mrs. Irma Alberts, Mrs. Carolyn Pellerin and Mrs. Audrey Becker. Mrs. Alberts and Mrs. Claire LaCoste head the finance com- mittee for the coming year. A fine group of young aggressive men were installed in office for the NOPBA. Al Flair has served several times as Commodore and has done an outstanding job each time. This year should prove to be no different from the past. Vice-Commodore is Spellman "Poochie" Pel- lerin; Norbert White, Treasurer; Frank Tullos and Stan Cieslinski, Secretaries; Wes Becker, Racing Chairman; C. J. Brock Sgt.-at-Arms; and Bob McGuire, Inboard Chairman. Richard "Red" McConnell, Johnny Landaiche, Earl Bridges and Bill Johnston will serve on the board of governors for the 1963 season. Outgoing Commodore Leonard Rosman pre- sented trophies to the high point winners in each of the six inboard classes run in the club. McConnell won the club over-all high point honors, as well as the 44 runabout National High Point and Championships. Jay Paciera toc)k the 48 hydro trophy, Herb Eadinger and Landaiche the 150 bydro, Mark and Poochie Pellerin the 280 hydro, Harry Bilbe the 266 and Billy Grusich the E service runabout. 
The outgoing officers and members of the club who did outstanding work for the club during the year and at the Pan-American were given gifts of appreciation. The biggest award of the night went to Poochie Pellerin. He won the annual sportsmanship award given to a member for his over-all outstanding work for the 1962 season. 
-Jack Conniff 

St. Lawrence Valley Boating & Racing Assn.
The annual meeting and election of officers of the St. Lawrence Valley Boating and Racing Association was held recently in Heuvelton, N. Y. The 1963 officers are CommodoKe David Cummings, Vice-Commodore Wayne LaRose, Recording Secretary Leon Richards, Correspond- ing Secretary Eleanor Martin, Treasurer Ruth Dunn, Business Manager Oscar Martin, Direc- tors Edwin Dunn, Dave Robillard and Larry Doelger, and Publicity Chairman Lyle Craw- ford. 
The club's annual banquet was held in Nina's Hotel, Gouverneur, with over 50 members en- joying the steak dinner, trophy presentation, and entertainment. Many Canadian members were present with the lion's share of the award--- going across the border. Commodore Cummings hasfor the 1963 season. A bid has John Ward trophy race as a planned four regattas, with over to be awarded to the lucky '63 races. 

I-RACED-FOR-RED REGATTA
Those who know of or who are acq with veteran E-Boat Driver Guy (Red) , Wilson and who know of his serious accident at Parker, Ariz., Nov. 24, will be glad to learn that a benefit race conducted at Long Beach Marine Stadium on Dec. 23 was a financial success. Sponsored by the Southern California Speedboat Club and promoter J. C. Agajanian, nearly everything necessary to conduct the regatta was donated. Long Beach waived its usual percentage of gate receipts for the event, programs were printed at actual cost, and Agajanian and his concern went all-out to promote the event with no monetary return whatsoever. While the race circular emphasized that no trophies or prize money would be awarded participants, Saling Trophy Co. of Lynwood, Calif., donated plaques to each participant which read in part "I Raced for Red." 
SCSC sent blocks of tickets to clubs through- out the country with the expectation that Red's friends would buy all or a portion of them at $2.00 each. Program advertising receipts, pro- gram sales, a raffle conducted at the race for which prizes were donated by Bell Helmets and others, and gate receipts together with pre-sale tickets have produced to date some $9,400 plus to help defray Red's medical expenses. While showing some improvement since his five-weeks' old injury, Red still has a long way to go and all of us are pulling for him. One heat each of nine inboard classes was scheduled with drags following. Results were- 
48 Hydro-Piranha, Mickey Remund, El Cajon; 
Gone Goose, Bob Nelson, Duarte; 
Flied Lice, Ray Hicks, Baldwin Park.

145 Hydro-
Fly'n Bucket, Paul Bequette, San Diego; 
My Sin, Lloyd DeLozier, San Diego; 
Drone, Jim Vallely, Los Angeles.

150 Hydro-
Helluva, Wayne Thompson, Reseda; 
Trample, Kelly Schroeder, San Diego; 
Avenger, Randy Meyer, North Hollywood (disq.).

E Racing Run.-
Daddy's Baby, Joe Poty, Whittier; 
Ice Cube, Garland Privitt, Inglewood; 
Riff Raff, Laurence Byward, Costa Mesa. 

Cracker Box-
Hot Cinders, LeRoy Penhall, Anaheim; 
Hot Mama, Bill Vlacich, Los Angeles; 
Hot Knotts, Richard Gustaveson, Covina (DNF).

266 Hydro-
ZB 11, Bob Ingram, Visalia; 
Skitter. Don Ward, Torrance; 
Katy Did, CI King, Hermosa Beach (Disq.). 

225 Hydro-
Uncle Gummy, Bob Ellis, Compton.

Ski Rac. Run.-
Cream Puff VIII, Ed Olsen, Garden Grove; 
Haf Gast Too, Don Towle, Los Angeles;
Super Gummy, Ralph Muirhead, Downey.

280 Hydro-
Sam Too, Jerry Ballard, Manhattan Beach; 
El Roacho, Glen Campbell, San Diego; 
Danny Boone, George Hendrix, Parker.

Choppy water cut the drag boat racing to only two events with Eddie Weinberg of Gardena in his Hot Tomato, recording the fastest average speed of 133.13 mph. Joe Graffio of Downey defeated Ralph Muirhead, also of Downey in a runoff.
 

Digest of Proceedings at Annual Meeting
The following digest of discussions and action taken at the two meetings of Council and the Annual Meeting of the Association at Miami Beach, Fla., on Nov. 17 and 18, is published for the information of members. 
COUNCIL MEETING, NOV. 17, 1962 
The 1962 Council of the American Power Boat Association convened at the Deauville Hotel, Miami Beach, Fla., on Saturday, Nov. 17, 1962, at 9:30 a.m., with the following members present: 
E. M. Peatross, President S. E. Jones  Al Hart  James Wilson Kenneth Wade Stuart Gray  William Young Lee Schoenith Melvin Crook J. A. Colcock Ray DeRome Manuel Carnakis  Lou Eppel Jimmy Jost  Fred Hallett Rudolph Cubieciotti  Robert A. Henry Frank Shinney   Wm. Edgar John David G. Chalk   Merlyn M. Culver Ross Bennett  Donald L. Guerin Paul Kalb  Kay Hallett Jeff Wallace Harold J. Tolford, Jr. Also present were Chief Counsel W. A. Smith, Executive Secretary Harry Smith, Jr. and a large number of distinguished guests who were introduced by President E. M. Peatross. presiding at the meeting. There being a legal quorum present, Presi- dent Peatross called the meeting to order and stated that the proceedings of all Council meet- ings would be recorded on tape and the tapes would be maintained at National Headquarters for reference by Council members whenever necessary. The minutes of the preceding meeting held in New York on Jan. 13, 1962 were approved. President Peatross submitted a report on his activities during the past year which included states visited and mileage traveled on APBA affairs, meetings and conferences attended, proj- ects undertaken, trips to National Headquarters and operation of the Association. Treasurer James Wilson submitted a report on the Association's financial standing at the close of the fiscal year, October 31. 1962. Total gross income was $67,934.08. Gross expense was $72,413.63, leaving a loss from general operations ef $4,479.55. Payments on 1961 budget accounts of $1,150.42 and capital improvements for office equipment of $1,070.55 brought the over-all loss for the year to $6,700.52. Members' equiity at the cics.- of this- year was $25,869.58. The Treasurer pointed out that the loss does not reflect the fact that office equipment is carried on the books at $1.00 under the method of accounting used. However, in 1961 and 1962 $3,612.75 was spent for new equipment and in 1961 equipment with a book valuation of $5,749.88 was also written off at $1.00. With these items plus a large inventory of office supplies on hand at the end of the year, the report stated that there had been no substan- tial reduction in members' equity. The Treasurer's books and transactions were audited by Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery, certified public accountants. Edward Nabb, Chairman of the Trophy Committee, submitted a detailed report on the Association's various trophies, following an analysis of the deeds of gift. It showed the increasing expense of administering trophies and recom- mended that trophies be accepted in the future only if trust funds for their maintenance have also been established. It was also recommended that any trophies lost or the whereabouts of which are unknown should be claimed on the Association's insurance policy. Ross Bennett, Chairman of the Convention Committee, gave a report on activities planned for the Annual Meeting. Council commended the committee for the excellent facilities and program arranged for the members. President Peatross reviewed the various expenses con- nected with annual meetings and recommended that $300 be appropriated to Region 5 Conven- tion Committee for expenses which went be- yond their estimate. It was so voted. 
Following a discussion of region and other budgetary expenses, requisitions for which were not submitted to National Headquarters before the close of the fiscal year, Council approved paying the requisition of Region 12, Region 18 and the Stock Outboard Vice-President for 1962. 
Honorary Life Membership was unanimously approved for Past-President C. King Brugman. 
A comprehensive report of the Insurance Committee was submitted by Chairman Edward Nabb. It presented plans for member's personal accident insurance and sponsor's regatta liabil- ity insurance for 1963, which were submitted by two insurance carriers. Copies were given to Council members for general discussion and study. However, action on the recommendations was deferred to the 1963 Council. 
The present Western Division for Outboards was discussed from the standpoint of the area it comprises. Some Council members thought it was too large to be practical and kept many drivers from attending the divisionals. It was voted by Council to make a survey of the drivers in the present division for the benefit of Council, so that definite action may be taken at the January meeting. 
In view of his long service to APBA over a period of 30 years and his recent activities as president for two years, President Peatross was unanimously elected as an Honorary Life Member and an Honorary Life Commodore of the Association. 
Senior Vice-President S. E. Jones was unanimously elected Honorary Vice-President. 
President Peatross submitted a report on recommendations for the future operation of the Association. Included were increases for Cruiser, Officiating and Drag Single Event membership dues, boat registrations, fee for filing late sanc- tion applications and program for promoting memberships. After discussion the recornmen- dations were deferred to the succeeding Council for action. 
After President Peatross thanked the Council members for their support during his administration, the meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m. 

ANNUAL MEETING, NOV. 17, 1962
The Annual Meeting of the American Power Boat Association was held on Saturday, Nov. 17, 1962, at 2:00 p.m., at the Deauville Hotel, Miami Beach, Fla. Over 200 members and guests were present, with President E. M. Pea- tross presiding. 
The Executive Secretary announced that with the members present and with proxies of members, there was a legal quorum present. The minutes of the Annual Meeting held in Rene, Nevada, on Nov. 18, 1961, were approved. 
In opening the meeting, President Peatross introduced many distinguished guests present. He presented a report on his activities during the past year. Reports were also given by Senior Vice-President S. E. Jones, Secretary Stuart Gray, who announced the 1962 National High Point winners, Treasurer James Wilson, Unlimited Vice-President Lee Schoenith, Inboard Vice-President J. A. Colcock, Outboard Vice- President Manuel Carnakis, Stock Outboard Vice-President Jimmy Jost, Cruiser Vice-President Rudolph Cubicciotti and Chief Counsel W. A. Smith. Reports were also given on the activities of various committees and commissions, including Edward H. Nabb, Trophy Committee; Donald L. Guerin, Special Events and Legislative Com- mittees; Kenneth Wade, Drag Racing Committee; and Frank Shinney, Safety and Regatta Management Commission. 
While the selection of the location for the Annual Meeting is the responsibility of Council, representatives of cities seeking the meeting submitted bids, including Cincinnati, Washington, D. C., Detroit and Las Vegas. Final action was deferred to the succeeding Council. 
Charles F. Thompson, Chairman of the Ballot Committee, announced the results of the elec- tion for national officers and Council members- at-large, as published in the November Propeller. Following the report, President Peatross introduced President-Elect Charles D. Strang and all other elected officers and members of Council present. 
Chief Counsel Smith reported the election of Honorary Life Members and Life Commodores by the Council. All reports given were accepted and all action taken by Council during the past year was ratified by the meeting. 
After appropriate remarks by President Peatross, the meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m. 
 

COUNCIL MEETING, NOV. 18, 1962
The first meeting of the 1963 Council of the American Power Boat Association convened at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18, 1962, at the Deauville Hotel, Miami Beach, Fla., with the following present: 
Charles D. Strang, President 
Jimmy Jost Donald J. Schmitzer James Wilson Jeff Wallace Carl J. Stippich Harold J. Tolford, Jr. Lee Schoenith Louis Joaquin Kenneth Wade Russ Hill, Jr. Manuel Carnakis Fred Hallett Frank Shinney  Robert A. Henry Rudolph Cubicciotti        Wm. Edgar John Howard Whitehouse Merlyn M. Culver David G. Chalk Donald L. Guerin Art Hafner  Kay Hallett 
Alton Pierson William 13. Young Ross Bennett   Lou Eppel Paul Kalb  F. C. Moor E. M. Peatross Bob Wanamaker 
Also present were Chief Counsel W. A. Smith, Executive Secretary Harry Smith, Jr. and a large number of distinguished guests. President Charles D. Strang presided. 
Following the roll call each member of Council was introduced. Inasmuch as the minutes for the previous day's meeting were not pre- pared, it was voted to dispense with their approval until published in the Propeller. 
President Strang welcomed the members and guests. He said he would make some appointments essential to the operation of the Association, but would not complete the list until the January Council meeting. Those appointed and confirmed by Council were Chief Counsel, W. A. Smith; Chairman of Nominating Committee, Alton Pierson; and Executive Committee, Jimmy Jost, Chairman, Fred Hallett, Donald L. Guerin, E. M. Peatross and W. A. Smith, members. 
It was also voted to authorize the Executive Committee to approve the appointment of the various Racing Commissions and Committees, on behalf of Council, in view of the time element for voting on rule changes. Discussion of the insurance program for 1963 was resumed'from the previous Council meeting, under Chairmanship of Edward Nabb. After members had studied proposals submitted two insurance carriers, it was voted to accept the proposal of All-Risks Corp., Detroit, Mich., the present insurance carrier. The policy will offer a basic $500 medical reimbursement plan for personal accident insurance, plus three op- tional features for racing members who wish additional coverage. It also offers non-racing members three optional features toy those who desire some insurance coverage. 
It was also voted to accept the proposal only if it were non-cancellable for one year from Dec. 1, 1962, and provided that a copy of the final policy is delivered to National Headquarters. It was further voted to send a resume of the policy to national officers and region chairmen. 
Unlimited Vice-President Lee Schoenith said the new program was unsatisfactory to his mem- bers and he would like to discuss it further with All-Risks Corp. Council therefore authorized Mr. Schoenith to negotiate direct with the insur- ance carrier and to present the plan to Council at the January meeting. 
Cruiser Vice-President Rudolph Cubieciotti said he would also like to discuss the possibility of special insurance for Cruiser members, as he thought such a feature would help promote mem- berships. Council authorized the Insurance Committee to investigate the matter and submit recommendations for approval. 
President Strang reviewed the recommenda- tions made by Past-President Peatross concerning the future operations of the Association. After thorough discussion, Council approved the following: 
(1) Cruiser membership dues to be increased to $10 annually. A special fee of $3.00 was also approved for individuals who wish to participate in a single predicted log contest, with no other privileges of membership; (2) Officiating membership dues to be increased to $8 annually; (3) Drag racing single event membership to be increased to $5 per event; (4) Registration of additional inboard boats to be increased to $5 per boat, the first boat to be included with annual membership as for- merly; (5) Sanction applications postmarked less than 30 days before the scheduled event to be charged an additional $10 late service fee. 
Following a discussion of membership promo- tion by region officials and the possibility of several new types of membership classifications, President Strang appointed a corftmittee to study the matter and submit recommendations at the January Council meeting. Committee members are E. M. Peatross, Chairman, Lee Schoenith and Jimmy Jost. 
by Bids for the 1963 Annual Meeting were discussed, and the cities which submitted the- were considered. It was voted to award the 1963 Annual Meeting to Cincinnati, Ohio. 
Treasurer James Wilson presented a proposed budget for 1963. It showed estimated income from memberships, sanctions and other income at $73.,483.00. Estimated expense for publications, regions, activities, officials and National Headquarters was shown at $71,983.00, giving an anticipated gain fromoperationsof $1,500.00. Improvements for office equipment of $500.00 left an over-all estimated gain of $1,000.00 bringing members' equity to $26,869.58 at the end of the current fiscal year. Council approved the 1963 budget as submitted. 
The Treasurer was also authorized to place $10,000 realized from expired Treasury Bonds in a savings account of his selection. 
Chief Counsel Smith reported that several regions have submitted new by-laws for approval under provisions of the Association By-Laws concerning region elections. However, not all were received in time to be considered at the meeting. Council voted to approve the by-laws for the regions concerned subject to approval by the Chief Counsel. 
Chief Surveyor Robert Schelling reviewed several region boundaries which are described in the text of the Rule Book, but which are in comect with the boundaries as drawn on the map in the Rule Book. After discussion he was requested to study the matter further and sub- mit recommendations for correcting the situation at the January Council meeting. 
The Outboard Pleasure Craft activity was reviewed by Jimmy Jost, former Stock Outboard Vice-President, and others. It was voted to create a new Outboard Pleasure Craft Racing Commission and Chief Counsel was requested to do so as soon as, possible. In the interim, the activity .wfll continue to be under the jurisdiction of the Stock Outboard Racing Commission. 
Inboard Vice-President Kenneth Wade, who was also Chairman of the Drag Racing Committee, discussed the status of this activity, emphasizing its problems and future possibilities. Council voted to continue the activity on a probationary basis. A new chairman will be appointed to the Drag Racing Committee to replace Mr. Wade. 
Disposition of income from sanction fees and membership dues of members residing in the former Region 13 in Eastern Canada was discussed by Councilman Robert Wanarnaker. As a restult of the APBA-CBF agreement on joint sanctions there has been an increase in fees from this area. Council requested more details and a recommendation for consideration at the January meeting. 
The status of the Special Events Committee was also reviewed by Chairman Donald L. Guerin. It was voted to continue the committee and special events activities indefinitely, without the two-year limitation which had applied previously. Chairman Guerin also was given permission to approve a sanction for a proposed speed trial for the U. S. Coast Guard at no charge in consideration of the many services rendered by the Coast Guard throughout the country. Wm. Edgar John, Chairman of the Honor Squadron Committee, reported that it is becoming increasingly difficult to narrow selections for the annual awards down to three as limited now by Council. Often there are many more individuals worthy of receiving the APBA's highest award and he proposed that the number be raised to five for the 1963 Honor Squad- ron awards. It was so voted. As Harold Tolford, Jr. was elected Chairman of Region 10 he submitted his resignation as Council member-at-large. Ted Knudson of Seattle was appointed to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Tolford. Council gave a rising vote of thanks to retiring Region 11 Chairman Al Hart in recognition of his long services as an official of the Association. Unlimited Vice-President Schoenith discussed the deadline for opening bids for the annual Gold Cup race, which is given in the deed of gift as Dec. 1. He recommended that the bids be opened at the Annual Meeting of the Association, as all of the various Unlimited and Gold Cup groups meet during this time, and that the deed of gift be changed accordingly. It was so voted. Mr. Schoenith also proposed the creation of an Unlimited Contest Board, similar to the present Gold Cup Contest Board, which would handle rule changes for the Unlimited class. Chief Counsel was authorized to prepare a ballot for such a board for voting by the Unlim- ited owners. Mr. Schoenith said he would like to discuss a new type of membership for the non-partici- paiii3g individual who is simply interested in supporting unlimited racing. He was requested to discuss the matter with the committee headed by Past-President Peatross for recommendations at the January Council meeting. Following a report by Chairman Ross Ben- nett, President Strang thanked the members of the Convention Committee for the excellent Annual Meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m. 

REGATTA DATES
Bold face dates and places indicate that sanction application and fees have been received at National Headquarters and the regatta is definitely scheduled. Abbreviations are U-Unlimited; 1-inboard; O-Outboard (alky); SO- Stock Outboard; OP-Outboard Pleasure Craft; SE-Special Event; MAR-Marathon; D-Drag. 
REGION 3
5/30       Mays Landing, N. J.                 O-SO 
REGION 4 
5/15        Baltimore, Md.                         so 
5/19       Denton, Md.                            so 
5/25-26    Grasonville, Md.                         I 
REGION 5
2/2-3      Lakeland, Fla.                    I-o-so 
2/2-3      St. Petersburg, Fla.                     1 
2/10       St. Petersburg,   Fla.                  0 
2/10       West Palm Beach, Fla.                    1 
2/17       Englewood, Fla.                     O-SO 
2/17       Miami, Fla.                      I-SO-OP
2/23-24-25 Lake Alfred, Fla.                  I-o-so 
(Kilo Trials.) 3/24       Miami, Fla.                       I-o-so 
REGION 9
5/12       Bay St. Louis, Miss.                     1 
5/26       Baton Rouge, La.                         I 
REGION 12
1/27       San Fernando, Calif.                o-so 
2/9-10     Blythe, Calif.                     SO-SE 
2/9-10     Long Beach, Calif.                  Drag 
3/10       Honolulu, Hawaii       1-0-SO-OP-Drag 
4/14       Honolulu, Hawaii       1-0-SO-OP-Drag 
4/13-14    Long Beach, Calif.                  Drag 
5/30        Honolulu, Hawaii       1-0-SO-OP-Drag 
DRAG
2/9-10     Long Beach, Calif.                  Drag 
3/10       Honolulu, Hawaii       1-0-SO-OP-Drag 
4/14       Honolulu, Hawaii       1-0-SO-OP-Drag 
4/13-14    Long Beach, Calif.                  Drag 
5/30       Honolulu. Hawaii       1-0-SO-OP-Drag 

NEW RECORDS
The following new records have been approved by the Racing Commissions concerned: -
Distance- Class- Boat Name &No.- Owner- Driver- Where Made- Date of Event- Speed Mph
OUTBOARD
Kilo B Rac. Run. US-l Arnold Nicolet Arnold Nicolet Ocean Lake, Ore. 9/16/62 69.471
Kilo F Rac. Run. Chuck Wagon Chuck Parsons Donald Biagio Parker, Ariz. 10/27/62 76.886 
Kilo B Hydro Tailwind John Alden John Alden Ocean Lake, Ore. 9/16/62 78.359 
Kilo C Hydro Lucky Lady II Arnold Nicolet Arnold Nicolet Ocean Lake, Ore. 9/16/62 82.396
STOCK OUTBOARD
Kilo AU Run. Little Coquette Jeff Merlin Jeff Merlin Norristown, Pa. 11/11/62 48.597 
Kilo C Stock Hydro Red Devil IV Donald Christy Donald Christy Norristown, Pa. 11/11/62 70.756
INBOARD
The E Ser. Run. 5-mile record set at Washington, D. C., on July 14, 1962, by E-Z-Duzit, W. S. Pratt, owner, Harold Satterfield, driver, at 64.377 mph, has been voided by the Inboard Racing Commission. (Published in Oct. 1962).
 

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Dale Davidson of San Bernardino, Calif., in his M hydro which recently set a new 5-mile competition record of 42.877 mph. Dale, only 9 years old, also is JU high point winner in the Valley Speedboat Association. His brother Dick, 11, who set an M hydro kilo record of 50.6 mph last year, is high point winner for the class in Los Angeles Speedboat Association and JU winner in United Speedboat Association. 

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First-place winners in the 15th annual Needles Colorado River Marathon for stock outboards are greeted by the attractive queen. From left are Lane W. Curry, 36 class; Don Springer, CU; Marathon Queen Tawn Temple; Len J. Buckel, DU; and Cliff Bedford, AU. The marathon is sponsored by the Needles, Calif., Marathon Assn.
 

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The Around Long Island Marathon Association recently installed new officers and directors at a dinner-dance in Freeport, N. Y. From left is board member Al Thomas, Nautical Shop, Syosset; Mayor Robert Sweeney of Freeport, who conducted the installation; Ed Kotti, American Finn Boat Corp., Freeport, President; John F. Fischer, Blue Bay Marine Oils, Garden City, Secretary-Treasurer; Hilda Knott, Sportsmen's Life Magazine, Roosevelt, and William Reinhardt, Eltro Boat Co., Islip, board members; and Thomas R. Bottomley, Popular Boating Mazagine, New York, Vice-President.
 

 Dr. Henry Eastman's unusual 48 hydro Piranha driven by Mickey Remund of El Cajon, Calif., set a new kilo record of 94.262 mph at Lake Havasu, Parker, Ariz., on Nov. 23. 

Among the several father-and-son racing teams at the eastern championships in Lowell, Mass., were Gerard Gignac and his dad of Dracut, Mass. Gerard won the Congressman F. Bradford Morse award for outstanding performance in the championships.
 
 

FOR SALE-PU Sid. 1962 National Championship Boat, Like brand new and very fast. Fully equipped. CU 12 ft. Speedliner. 1962 National Championship Boat. Double Chines, . Beautiful condition. C-D 13 ft. Speedliner. ( Good condition and ready to race. Double Chines. DU Speedliner Zepher. Good DU or ~ 36 boat, new bottom. A-B Speedliner, new bottom. AU Sids, two of them. One has only been I run twice. JU Richcraft. Fast and very stable. New bottom. 1962 A-B Speedliner, Double. Chines, equipped. Don Pontius, Hummels Wharf, Pa., Phone SH 3-4653. After 5 p.m.,DR 4-8554.

FOR SALE-One 1960 Marchetti A-B hydro, immaculate condition, just refinished, complete with controls and cover, $175.00. Also, one trailer complete with motor box, handles 3 motors and equipment, running and brake lights, new tires, and fresh paint job, $75.00. Priced for immediate sale for I need funds for college. Bobby Strasser, 112 N. Livingston Ave., Livingston, N. J., Phone WY 2-1705.

FOR SALE-New Speedmaster lower unit with 3 new stainless props never used $200.00 right hand rotation. 55H crankshaft perfect $25.00. Mercury 4 Cyl. Mag. $15.00. New Coutts Craft hydro same model Jim Andrews set New Zealand records of 79.89 D Stock 88.20 D Alky $400.00. Jim Coutts, 1420 Birch Dr., No. Tonawanda, N. Y.

FOR SALE-DU Sidcraft. Wide Style, excellent shape, equipped, $125.00. CU-Custom built. 170 lbs. Fast, like new condition. Equipped. Won many races, $150.00. Bob Letwenski, 1223 Florence Ave., Union Beach, N. J., CO 4-5092.

FOR SALE-1960 Sid-Craft C-D Hydro. Was CSH high-point champion for Region 2 in 1961. In perfect shape, $285. Also 1962 Swift Big Dee Hydro. Brand new, $295. Steve Englert, 27 Harlem St., Rochester 7, N. Y., GI 2-1193.

WANTED-1962 Sid-Craft B&CSH. Contact Fred Quinn, 216 Heights Rd.. Lake Orion, Mich., Phone 693-1385.

FOR SALE-Cadillac Crusader 365 cu. in. marine motor, Dyno tested 320 h.p. Complete with reverse gear fresh out of my F Service Runabout. Just completed 1962 circuit con- sistently in 2nd place in its class against 450 h.p. Chryslers. Never misfired or needed a single repair. This is the' most durable lunk of hot iron you could desire. Original list price $3,- 200.00. Will crate and ship for $1,000.00. Reason for selling is Herb Gielow's new 500 hp Outlaw motor and a desire to recapture the F Service record. Albert Brinkman, 2063 E. River Dr., Grand Island, N. Y., (716) RR 3-3916.

FOR SALE-1961 C-D Hydro. Excellent condition, with added features for more speed, $325. One "D" powerhead complete, will really run, $300. One "C" engine, $225. This one a bargain. Has all goodies. Write John E. Schubert, 89 Fenner Ave., Clifton, N. J. or call 201-SH-2-7467.

FOR SALE-One "B" Kouig 2 carbo One "B" .runabout DeSilva type, both boat and motor are in first class condition. No reasonable offer will be refused. Contact Robert Olsen,Route #1, Milan, Ill.

FOR SALE-150 Hydro, Hallett hull and Keith Black V8-60, trailer included. Must sell, am entering service. $1,200.00 or make offer. Contact Ed Lane; Jr., 100 Alamos Rd., Portola :' Valley, Calif.

FOR SALE-1961 C-D Sid-Craft Hydro, complete with sponson fin and cover, $325.00. Clayton Undercofier, 133 Coulter Ave.. Ardmore, Pa., MI 2-3214

FOR SALE-Seabiscuit, 266 Hydro, formerly Sid Streets Zip, 147 mph record holder. Driven 12 heats since I bought it. Faster now than when it set the record. Absolutely perfect and guaranteed to break any existing 266 record if you have the nerve to stay on it. Complete ,with all the expensive extras. It cost $18,000 to build and set the record. No triflers; no offers, one price $6,000.00. Albert Brinkman, 2063 E. River Dr., Grand Island, N. Y. (716) RR 3-3916.

FOR SALE- "Bob Cat", 145 Hydro, Hull by Sooy. Complete with trailer, space 60 blocks, heads, cranks, cams, etc. 2 props. Ready to run. New engine 100 over. Helmet, jacket, stop watch, taco Hi-point champion runner-up 1961 Region 3. Also 2 props, sizes 121/2 x 151/2, 121/2 x 181/2, $20.00 each. Contact George "Buck" Bowman, 7215 N. Radcliffe St., Bristol, Pa., Phone WI 5-2711.

FOR SALE-One 1962 A-B Sid:'Craft completely equipped, has spon. fin and canvas cover. Boat is like new, only $275. Also, one Cham- pion HR, rebuilt this winter, just $175. Contact Robert C. Champagne, 147 Creek Meadow Lane, Rochester 15, N. Y., Phone UN 5-7838.

FOR SALE-Sid-Craft A-B Hydro $195. 1962 Swift Atomic A Hydro (used 8 times) with hardware and with A engine with sand- cast case $295. Two other A engines, $150 & $250. John Maddrell, Jr., Waynesburg, Ohio. Phone UN 6-2339.

WINNING EQUIPMENT FOR SALE-AU- Hedlund Runabout and KG4H-BU-Hedlund Runabout and 20H, complete competition set-ups. Top performance equipment in excellent condition. Ron Hedlund, 515 Green Bay Road, Wilmette, Illinois. Phone (312) 251-0515.

WANTED-280 Hull, hardware and trailer. Contact Robt. E. Lineberger, 16219 Meyers Rd., Detroit 35, Mich., Phone 341-5335, after 6:00 P.M. 776-4251.

FOR SALE-150 Cu. In. Hydro "SKIP",good condition, all mahogany, natural finish. Complete, less engine.. Contact Ardson Bozarth, Butler & Lincoln Avenues, Vineland, N. J.