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The six Vanderbilt Cup Races held on Long Island from 1904 to 1910 were the greatest sporting events of their day, and the first international automobile road races held in the United States. The races had a far-reaching impact on the development of American automobiles and parkways. This site provides comprehensive information on the races, the Long Island Motor Parkway and current Long Island automotive events, car shows and news.
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I worked on Joel Naive’s Alco in the mid-80s, I was an engineering student employed part time on his collection for several years, and remember it (in gorgeous restored condition) at that time. I graduated and got a real job in 1987, but remember that car and others like his Auburns very fondly.
From In Search of Alcos: #8 1911 40-HP Alco Toy Tonneau Touring Car on Long Island
i just love the fact that my great grandfather was part of two victories in the Vanderbilt Cup Races of 1909 ( which this “Alco” car is the 1909 model) and 1910. Carolyn is holding a brass pump which supplied the fuel to the car. Special thanks to Howard Kroplick for opening his shop for us in no time at all so i could see a car that I’ve only heard of or seen pictures for 54 years. It was an honor i will never forget.
I really enjoyed the personal tour of your museum space and your collection of unique motor vehicles. Your dedication for perseving these beautiful cars is outstanding and I can honestly say I’ve never felt a euphoric feeling as the one I had when I was there in the Black Beast… thank you Howard.
From Frank Lee's Great-Grandson Visits the Alco Black Beast
All very exciting! The car looks superb, and will no doubt grab the attention of everyone in attendance at Pebble.
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Oops! Forgot to identify Stewart Avenue running left to right (W to E) above the Curtiss plant, the Central RR of LI line between the plant and the two warehouses (still standing), or Commercial Avenue in front of the warehouses (which means we’re over today’s Brook Street), and to thank Richard P. for these fantastic aerials. Sam, III
From Mystery Foto #32 Solved: Curtiss Engineering Corporation Garden City Complex Circa 1925
Another “HA”; I worked in that building ca. 1955-56! That’s the former Curtiss Aeroplane & Motor Co. (later Oxford Filing/Pendaflex) plant on the southeast corner of Clinton Road and Stewart Avenue In Garden City. The second-story bridge between the office and plant is still evident today (it once held the wind tunnel throat). We’re over today’s Commercial Avenue looking (LI) NNE. The buildings to the north are probably the stables for the country club. Clinton runs center left to top center and the LIMP runs above center left to center right (W to E). The LIMP structures are the Clinton Road and trolley bridge, the super’s office, and the toll lodge. Probably early ‘20s as the Mott Section hadn’t been developed yet. Love to know what that big building above the bridge might be. Sam, III
From Mystery Foto #32 Solved: Curtiss Engineering Corporation Garden City Complex Circa 1925
The car is impressive !
Enjoy yourselves . ....
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Bouna Fortuna at Pebble Beach The green is outstanding Thanks for taking along on the journey
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Robert R.
Car looks spectacular, Howard!
GOOD LUCK!
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Greg H.
I was concerned the Tucker would not get done, but it looks like they came through. That was a lot of work in a short period of time.
The car looks really good.
I hope you enjoy Pebble Beach
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
The car and Darnold both look great. Way to start the trip to Pebble Beach
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Hi Howard
Another exciting time for you,between the game and Pebble Beach.Hoping for the best for you,good luck.
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
I’m guessing it’s the Grumman plant with the administration building facing north on Stewart Ave., Bethpage. Photographer is facing east. Time period is late 1930s, since Grumman moved from Farmingdale to Bethpage in 1936.
From Mystery Foto #32 Solved: Curtiss Engineering Corporation Garden City Complex Circa 1925
Looking north in Garden City towards Roosevelt Field.
General Manager’s office, Garden City Lodge, Clinton Rd. Motor Parkway Bridge (don’t think the Mayan Ruins are in the shot, or had been built yet). Major roads - LIMP, Clinton Road, Russell Road, Commercial Avenue, Stewart Avenue.
Buildings at top are part of the Curtiss Field. Buildings at bottom are the Curtiss Engineering Corp./Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Co.
Late teens, early 20s. Before Intercollegiate Golf Course in 1926, limited development west of Clinton Road. Low growth among trees/shrubs.
From Mystery Foto #32 Solved: Curtiss Engineering Corporation Garden City Complex Circa 1925
This us the Cerro wire factory in Weatbury just north of the LIE . Keep up the great vintGe photos. Thanks,Gene Perry
From Mystery Foto #32 Solved: Curtiss Engineering Corporation Garden City Complex Circa 1925
We are so proud of you and wish you and your family an amazing experience. Tucker is with you!
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Best Wishes at Pebble Beach.
Our Hearts and Thoughts follow you and the Tucker as you go to the World’s Paramount Car Show to share the Tucker with Auto Enthusiasts from around the world, and hopefully receive the well-deserved commendations for this work of art.
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Congratulations!!
Best of luck at Pebble Beach.
Phil
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
Just a guess. View is northwest from the south side of Stewart Ave. in Garden City. I think the building south of Stewart Ave. and to the west is still extant; I haven’t been in LI for 15 years. In any event, the area shown in the top of the photo, based upon my guess, would be the current Roosevelt Field.
From Mystery Foto #32 Solved: Curtiss Engineering Corporation Garden City Complex Circa 1925
I wouldn’t rush this. Too many things can come up. Though she looks great!
From On the Road to Pebble: Two Days Until a Trip to the Beach!
I have an R.W. Tebbs postcard of this scene,
signed by Tebbs and dated 1908. Tebbs sent to a Mr.
Myer Phillips.
From Video: "The Ellison Avenue LIRR Bridge of the 1908 Vanderbilt Cup Race Course"
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