Copy Prints: Racing History, circa 1900-1920s

File — Box: 3, Folder: 1

Identifier: I

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

From the Series: This series of the collection contains press photos, snapshots, and copy prints documenting the history of land sped racing, particularly at the Bonneville Salt Flats, in the twentieth century. Many of the photographs document prominent figures and record holders. Press photographs were taken by newspapers and news organizations throughout the United States and are typically dated with identifying information about the subject; these photographs are likely copyrighted to the creator or newspaper. Snapshots and copy prints are typically not dated or identified and were organized by approximate decade or subject matter. Box 2 of this series includes a number of prints and snapshots collected by David Fetherston from Dean Moon and Mooneyes Moon Equipment Company for inclusion in his book Moon Equipped.

Dates

circa 1900-1920s

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.