About Ora Haibe
Lived 1887 – 1970 (aged 83). Ora Haibe was an American engineer and racing automobile driver.
Ora Frederic Haibe (September 27, 1887 – December 10, 1970) was an American racing driver.
Haibe made his first Indianapolis 500 start in 1916, driving a car constructed by auto dealer and driver Swan Ostewig. Ostewig relieved Haibe mid-way through the race after Haibe complained about handling, and finished in tenth place.
Haibe had a best finish of fifth at the Indianapolis 500, in 1921 and 1922, in a Sunbeam and a Duesenberg respectively. He finished a best of fourth in AAA Championship car races; at Phoenix in 1915, and Uniontown in 1917.
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Who was Ora Haibe?
American racing driver (1887–1970)
When was Ora Haibe born?
Ora Haibe was born on 27 September 1887.
When did Ora Haibe die?
Ora Haibe died on 10 December 1970.
What was Ora Haibe's occupation?
Ora Haibe was an engineer and racing automobile driver.
What nationality was Ora Haibe?
Ora Haibe was American.
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