The “Curve of Death” in Jericho
The first major turn of the course, called the “Curve of Death” by newspapers, was located on narrow streets surrounded by the Jericho General Store and W.B. Powell’s Jericho Hotel. Flagmen were hired by the AAA Race Commission to keep the turn clear and warn spectators of approaching cars.
Top photo: Winchester Blvd bridge 1928.
Mid photo: Winchester Blvd bridges 1932.
Bottom photo: Creedmoor pedestrian bridge 1928.