
                         Roanoke Times
                 Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: SUNDAY, August 22, 1993                   TAG: 9309170414
SECTION: EDITORIAL                    PAGE: F2   EDITION: METRO 
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WAS FRANKLIN TARGETED?

REGARDING the state and local police invasion at Franklin County Speedway on July 31:

I have visited other race tracks - in Martinsville and the New River Valley - and witnessed alcohol being consumed. Due to the past history of Franklin County (Moonshine Capitol of the World), I feel the speedway was singled out.

For the past 15 years, I have enjoyed racing every Saturday night at the Franklin County Speedway. I am a non-drinker and have found Franklin County to be one of the most enjoyable places to go. I find no problems there. If the state police are going to visit one track, please visit all Virginia tracks.

ELIZABETH CAMPBELL

ROANOKE

by CNB