Working on motor speedway, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

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Working on motor speedway, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service

Working on motor speedway, 1910

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Digging George Grantham Bain Horse And Cart Speedway Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Vehicle Horsedrawn Motor Sport

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- A fascinating glimpse into America's early motor sport era. This striking photograph print captures a group of men hard at work on a speedway, circa 1910. The image is courtesy of the esteemed Bain News Service, whose photographers were renowned for their ability to capture life in all its forms. In this particular scene, we see workers laboring away amidst the dust and dirt of an early motor racing track. Their faces are set with determination as they dig and prepare the surface for competition. The contrast between their rugged workwear and the sleek machines that would soon speed by is striking. The photograph's black-and-white tones evoke a sense of nostalgia, transporting us back to a time when horse-drawn vehicles were still common on American roads. Yet, even in this early era, there was an undeniable excitement about the rise of motorized transportation - and its potential for thrilling competition. This remarkable image is part of Heritage Images' extensive collection of vintage photographs from the Bain News Service archives. It offers a unique window into America's past, revealing not only the country's technological advancements but also the people who worked tirelessly to shape them.

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