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Motorcycle race on Economy gas. 1930

Description
Two uniformed men sit on motorcycles preparing for a race on Economy gas. One of the men is on an Indian Scout motorcycle and the other on a Harley Davidson. The race is being judged by Judge Valentine and checked by Capt. Cannon.
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Date
1930
Call number
photCL Whitt 2698 ; Whitt neg. 2521
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