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Correspondence regarding the Ralph R. Rugh Collection being presented to the Missouri Historical Society by the St. Louis Chamber of Commerce. Includes booklet by Ray C. Whittaker titled The Wing Age: An Outline of the History of Flight and the Evolution of Transportation. (19 items), 1933-1934

 File — Box: 1

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

Collection of correspondence, reports, printed material, and clippings pertaining to St. Louis aviation history. Includes papers relating to the Pioneer Aeroplane and Exhibition Company (1911); the St. Louis Aeronautic Corporation, formed to hold the international air races in St. Louis, October 1-2, 1923; ballooning; and the early history of Lambert St. Louis Flying Field.

Dates

  • 1933-1934

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Cubic Feet ( (1 box))

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository

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