NOTES:
Gordon Jayne responded to our sad note on Shorty Hoggard. His friend Vance Roth, a Navy photographer, was stationed at Norfolk, VA during that time. Vance took some great photos of Shorty’s boat, Henry’s shop, and other related racing pictures. Thank you Gordon, they sure bring back personal memories for me.

CORRESPONDENCE:
 Jim Sharkey from Anaheim, CA wrote: I enjoy reading your article in Propeller. It seems that the Lauterbach hull is the hull of choice for restoration. They seem to be of great craftsmanship. Lauterbach built three unlimited hulls. 1. Miss U.S. IV, which is in storage in Detroit at the U.S. plant. 2. Miss Chrysler Crew, left out in the weather and destroyed by the elements. 3. Lauterbach Special, or U-5. The latter boat, the U-5 last raced in 1983. This boat belongs to Terry Turner and is in Pomona, CA. The boat was never a front runner, but it is still a Lauterbach hull. Maybe one of your readers would be up to the challenge of purchasing and restoring this hull for Vintage events. 
 While we are on the subject of Lauterbachs, Michael Steffick of Nutter Fort, W.Va. inherited from his Uncle an unraced 1950 era 266 ci Lauterbach hydroplane, powered with a full race Mercury Flathead. This boat, motor and trailer combination have spent the last 49 years stored in the second story of a 3 level barn in Pennsylvania. I have seen the boat this summer. Considering that she only hit the water once, the boat is in pristine condition. Michael wants the boat to find a new owner. He can be reached at (304) 623-3921.
 Brian Verville of New Hampshire sent us a letter. Two years ago he located a 14 foot, two passenger, step hydroplane, approximately an early 30’s boat. At present this hull is powered with a 1936 six cylinder Hudson Teraplane engine. Brian knows that this engine replaced a less powerful one per the previous owner’s daughter. Brian’s question is “What class would the boat have raced?” From the photocopies supplied, my guess is a 125 or 151 step-hydro. The boat had no name or number, so this is strictly a guess. Back in this era there were three small classes, the 91, 125 and 151. I do not have much history from this time period. Can anyone help? Brian day # 800-654-3031 or night 603-485-9080.

CELEBRATIONS: CORRECTION!
 Jack Fisher from the Winding River Boating Association has sent us a date correction for their 50th Anniversary & Reunion. The correct date is Sunday, April 18. Jack goes on to tell us that 90% of the people contacted, have responded, and will attend. Anyone interested in attending contact Jack at 200 N. 12th Street, Millville, NJ 08332 (609) 825-2710.

CHALLENGES:
Jack Keen of Colorado is looking for the Raging Cajun. This boat was from the Louisiana area during the early 50’s. Jack would like to locate her with the intention to restore the hull if found. Anyone that has any information about this hull please contact him. We believe that she might have been a 135 cubic inch hydro? Jack’s # (888) 545-8371.
 Bruce Tracey of Holland, MI wanted to let us know that our Vintage network really works. Since the December issue was published, he received a minimum of 10 phone calls regarding his boat’s history. Including one from the builder Allen Blide. Allen even had pictures of the boat under construction that he forwarded to Bruce. We wish to thank everyone who responded. It shows what we can do. The mystery boat has been identified.

RACE SITES:
 July 8 thru 11 Detroit, MI Chrysler Jeep APBA Gold Cup.
 In preparation for the Vintage portion of this event, please send your letter of intent to participate to me at: 2011 74th St. NW, Bradenton, FL 34209. Run on the historic Detroit Gold Cup Course during race week. See the Gold Cup Unlimited Raceboats. What a Weekend! Be an active part of Gold Cup ‘99. Visit the historic Detroit Yacht Club and the Dossin Museum. Many activities to keep you busy.
 July 24-25,    Seneca Lake, Geneva, NY 
 There will be flybys and static display. Crane on site. Those who are interested in attending this beautiful Geneva Lakefront Park event, contact Dan Naegele (315) 536-9901
 August 6, & 7,  Lake Tahoe CA 
 Contact Lake Tahoe Yacht Club General Manager, Keith Fields @ PO Box 7620 Tahoe City, CA 96145 or phone (530) 581-4700 Fax (530) 581-4771.

VINTAGE HOT BOAT OF THE MONTH:
Flying Debris II  S-51 (Photo: courtesy of Phil Kunz) 
Owned and raced by Jerry and Bill Wise from Cincinnati, Ohio. This boat took first place in the 1959 Melbourne, KY Regatta in the 136 ci class. This unique hull is an outrigger; the center section of the hull was built like a midget racecar, with chrome molly steel tubing construction and struts supporting each sponson. The picture featured is when Flying Debris II with George English at the wheel, attempted to make an assault on the 135 cubic inch straight-away record. The record was held at that time by Buddy Holloway’s Screaming Eagle IV at 101.373 mph.

©1999 Tom D'Eath