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Car Racing

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A two-passenger car with the number 13 on the front is going around the bend on a dirt race track. The guard rail fence is in the foreground.

Date Created:
1912
Creator:
Taylor, J. Robert

Publication Information

Creator Taylor, J. Robert
Date Created 1912

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection J. Robert Taylor photographs, 1898-1930
Call Number PH 2677

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0131AC
Legacy ID
WHi 55670

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