Matheson #3 (1905 American Elimination Trial)

Make: Matheson
Year: 1905
Mechanician: John Green
Horsepower: 40
Finish Place: 10- Not selected for the American Team
Average Speed:

#3 Matheson driven by Ralph Mongini, 40 HP. Finished 10th. Oiling device failed in Jericho during Lap 1. Not selected for the American team.

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