"The 1st Northern 200" - 22 July 1961
 

Hello IOW Friends,

For the old timer open wheel supermodified racing fans. Just a little something to read while you drink your favorite beverage.

A Little Supermodified History - "Johnny Logan Wins The 1st Northern 200" - 22 July 1961.

Jackson Motor Speedway, Michigan - 41 supermodifieds.

Purse $6,000
Feature winner received $700 plus lap money

Fast Qualifier - Nolan Johncock :31:

Consolation 1
1. Bill Dendinger

Consolation 2
1. Eldon Schrader

Feature:
1. Johnny Logan :22:
2. Harry Jones
3. Art Bennett

NOTE: Harry Jones was declared the Northern 200 winner originally, but after a review of the lap sheets, Johnny Logan won.

Due to a bad pit stop in the feature, fast qualifier Nolan Johncock was out of contention. :14:

Info researched and compiled by Marty Blume.

Have a good day...see you at the races

Rich - Arnold, Missouri