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Paddle, Boat

Object number2009.67.14

OriginArkadelphia, AR

Mediumwood

Credit LineGift of John Philip Young, Jr.

DescriptionFinished wood boat paddle.Dimensions5 x 1 x 30.125 in. (12.7 x 2.5 x 76.5 cm)
InscriptionsPrinted text on blade in black "OUACHITA / P.O. BOX 420 ARKADELPHIA, ARKANSAS PHONE CH 9[?]-2234".
Historical NotesPaddle found inside speed boat, 2009.67.4. Part of a collection that documents the championship powerboat racing career of Chuck Young. In 1956, Young began racing, first the family runabout, then the hydroplane that took him to a national Class A Pro championship in 1963. After racing for 40 years, Charles stopped in the mid-1990s and focused on collecting vintage boating equipment and supporting outboard organizations and events.

Previous owner Charles J. Young

Previous owner Ouachita Baptist University

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