Max Yasgur Max Yasgur Max B. Yasgur (December 15, 1919 – February 9, 1973) was an American farmer, best known as the owner of the dairy farm in Bethel, New York, at which the Woodstock Music and Art Fair was held between August 15 and August 18, 1969. Yasgur was born in New York City to Russian Jewish immigrants Samuel and Bella Yasgur. He was raised on the family's farm (where his parents also ran a small hotel) and attended New York University, studying real estate law. By the late 1960s, he was the largest milk producer in Sullivan County, New York.
1969 Richmond 500 total prize purse of $18,900 ($ when adjusted for inflation). Four notable crew chiefs would be present at this event; they were John Hill, Dick Hutcherson, Dale Inman and Harry Hyde. "† signifies that the driver is known to be deceased" <br> "* Driver failed to finish race" 1969 Richmond 500 The 1969 Richmond 500 was a NASCAR Grand National Series event that was held on April 13, 1969, at Richmond Fairgrounds (now Richmond Raceway) in Richmond, Virginia. The transition to purpose-built racecars began in the early 1960s and occurred gradually over that decade. Changes made to the sport by