“WIZARD” SMITH

Hokitika Guardian, 26 January 1932, Page 6

“WIZARD” SMITH

PROMISES A HUN TO-DAY

(By Telegraph—Per Press Association)

NINETY MILE BEACH, Jan. 26

At iow water, In tween 4 and 5 o’clock this afternoon, Wizard Smith intends to attack the ten mile record and if successful it is anticipated the other records will be attempted within the next two days.

Smith had announced his intention of attempting the record yesterday afternoon and all preparations, such as fitting on the racing tyres, loading a truck with spares, and having flagmen on the spot, were made just before low ■ water. However, Smith inspected the whole length of the course and then announced there were .several washouts higher up,the beach and he put the run off till to-day. However, .Smith seems determined to get something clone to the washouts on the track. 'He stated he wished to .start near the surf and run a diagonal course along th<? beam until he enters the ten mile stretch. He will then straighten up for the dash. He will be content with approaching the timing switch at a speed of between 90 and 100 miles per hour and when about a mile from the starting line stretch, will speed up to about 150 miles an hour, which will enable him to beat Marchiard’s record time of 137.21 miles per hour. The weather this morning is good and visibility excellent. _____