Make: Pope-Toledo
Year: 1904
Mechanician:
Charles Soules
Horsepower: 24
#6 Pope-Toledo (USA) driven by Herb Lytle, 24 HP. In 3rd position in Jericho when race was called. Averaged 40 mph.
Profile: 1904 Program Guide
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