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Creation Date
10-8-1883
Description
Advertisement for the Fox River Paper Company that displays a reprint of a nineteenth-century poster that reads, "First Time Ever Bicycle Race. Thrill as the fearless contestants pedal hastily to an exciting climax. Refreshments will be served. Admission 10 cents. State Fair Grounds. Sunday, October 8, 1883, 2 P.M." Printed on "Elixir Moss" 20 lb paper in red, yellow, and black ink. Design shows a man riding a high wheel or "penny farthing" bicycle.
Keywords
Bicycles