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September 2011 - Volume 36
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Welcome to SPEEDSTER!
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THE HERSHEY EDITION
As the National Fall Meet in Hershey approaches, we want you all to have the information you need to plan your week. Hopefully this Speedster will provide answers to all your questions and get you excited for Meet Week in Hershey!
If you have additional questions please visit the Hershey Region Website for more information.
Check out our AACA website for results from our past meets and information on upcoming events. www.aaca.org
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AACA EASTERN DIVISION NATIONAL FALL MEET
"The Engines Keep Revvin' in 2011"
OCTOBER 5-8, 2011 HERSHEY, PA
ANTIQUE AUTO TRAILER PARKING - Limited free space available to registered show vehicle trailers, starting Wednesday morning. (Parking Permits issued on arrival.)
AACA NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS &: LIBRARY - Located on the Chocolate Field - Spaces C3F 5-7, C3H 5-7, C31 5-7. (AA)
AACA MUSEUM - Located on the Chocolate Field - Spaces C3G 5 - 9
ATM MACHINES - Chocolate World, Hersheypark Entrance, Turkey Hill east of Red Field. (M$)
AWARDS BANQUET - Saturday, October 8, Hershey Lodge and Convention Center, Rt. 322 - Social 6:15 PM.; Banquet 7:00 PM. Advanced reservations required.
CAMPER AND MOBILE HOME SEPTIC SERVICE - Available, check Flea Market entrance tents. Fee charged.
CAMPER AND TRAILER PARKING - Space available with fee payable to HERCO.
CAR CORRAL - Wednesday thru Saturday. AACA RECOGNIZED VEHICLES ONLY - 1986 and older. NO STREET RODS, MUST BE MEMBER OF MCA No car carriers, trailers, etc. in Car Corral area. Unloading area off Boathouse Road or behind the Giant Genter for unlicensed vehicles.
CIDER - Cider stands in the Chocolate, Red, Green and Orange / Show Fields. (C)
EMERGENCY MEDICAL - Ambulance unit stations at Chocolate Field, Tram Stop #2 and next to Fairway Building west of Orange and Green Fields. Any emergency call 911. (D)
FOOD STANDS - Located throughout the Flea Market, Stadium, Giant Center and Show Field (Saturday only).
HANDICAP PARKING - Maintenance Building Parking Lot. One day permits only. Parking fee charged by HERCO. Personal mobility vehicles available in Maintenance Building, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 PM. (H)
HERSHEY REGION HEADQUARTERS TENT - Tent located near Tram Stop #2 on Chocolate Field.
HIGH WHEELER EVENT - Annual high wheel vehicle race. FRIDAY 11:45 AM. Located in stadium, free to public. Q) ICE - Chocolate Field Tram Stop #3. (E)
JUDGES BREAKFAST - In Giant Center. Served at 7:00 A.M. SATURDAY. Must be pre-registered. (K)
JUDGES PARKING - next to Giant Center (Saturday only). (JP)
JUDGING SCHOOL - Thursday 2:00 PM. at the Giant Center - entrance door from Green Field.
JUNIORS AT HERSHEY - AACA Youth Tent - Saturday, located west side of Orange Field next to the Show Field. (JH)
LADIES LUNCHEON - Hotel Hershey, 1l:30 AM. Saturday. (M)
MOVIES, THURSDAY NIGHT - FREE movies in Music Box Theatre, 7:00 PM. (Y)
PROGRAM SALES OFFICIAL PROGRAM and VENDORS DIRECTORY on sale throughout Flea Market area. (P) RACE CAR CONDITION RUN - Friday, 11:00 AM. in Stadium. FREE to the public. (R)
REGISTRATION - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 PM. in Folder Distribution Tent located beside Hershey Region Main Tent, walk-ins only, NO vehicle traffic. Saturday 7:00-10:00 AM. Entrance to Show Field. Banquet ticket pickup in lobby Hershey Lodge &: Convention Center 6:00-6:45 PM. (S)
RESTROOMS - Located under Stadium, Chocolate Field Tram Stop #2 and Giant Center. Portable toilets located throughout the area (Z).
SECURITY - Headquarters located at Chocolate Field, Tram Stop #2. (T)
SHOWERS - Available south side of Maintenance Building, 6:00 AM.-8:00 PM., Tuesday - 6:00 A.M.-8:00 PM.; Wednesday and Thursday - 6:00 A.M.-9:00 PM.; Friday - 6:00 AM-9:00 PM.; Saturday - 6:00 A.M.-IO:OO A.M. Fee charged by HERCO. (U)
SHUTTLE BUSES - OFF SITE route includes: High Meadow Campground, AACA Headquarters and Library Center (closed Saturday), Hershey Lodge &: Convention Center, Best Western Inn, Comfort Inn, Spring Hill Suites and AACA Museum, 8:00 AM.-5:00 PM. (><) Handicap shuttle available. Bus schedule posted in program.
SOUVENIRS - Official AACA and Hershey Region souvenirs located in Flea Market (Wednesday-Saturday) and Show Field (Saturday). (W)
TALENT SHOW - Friday night. FREE amateur talent show in the Music Box Theatre, 7:00 PM. (Y)
TELEPHONES - Pay telephones located under stadium, in Giant Center and Chocolate World. (TP)
TICKET EXCHANGE - In Folder Distribution Tent during normal hours. (S)
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Stop by and visit us during meet week! AACA Headquarters will be located on the Chocolate Field C3F 5-7, C3H 5-7, C3I 5-7 and on the Green Field in front of the Giant Center.
You can stop by and renew your membership and browse our great selections of merchandise including these Brand New Kids Shirts!
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| Member Contribution |
1911 MAXWELL MODEL GA
By Member Thomas W. Reese
 This car was purchased new in Cooperstown, ND, by Adolph Kjelson, a well to do wheat farmer, reputedly with the profits from but one year's harvest from his 3 quarter sections of wheat land. Adolph was from nearby Sutton, North Dakota, which town was small enough to have disappeared from road maps by 1927. The Maxwell was one of the first cars in the area, and a source of pride to the Kjelson household, comprised of Adolph, Isabelle, his second wife, some years his junior and her children.
The car was seldom driven, and was stored between trips in a garage, where the tires were covered against the light, and jacked up to remove the load from them. When later cars were purchased, the Maxwell was retained for extraordinary family uses. A Kjelson step daughter, Iva, was a school teacher. During the late teens, she was permitted to drive the Maxwell to and from her teaching job, along with a cousin, Calma Hoffard, who survived when I first wrote the article, who provided much of this information.
Upon the death of Adolph, who preceded Belle in death by some years, the car was stored away, eventually finding its way to MacIntosh, Minnesota, through a relative who was a Chrysler dealer. Evidently, something was said about the widow getting a new Chrysler for it, but this never materialized. It finally was purchased by the succeeding Chrysler dealer in MacIntosh. It sat in his show room on and off for the next 18 years. Its existence was well known to many car club members, who also knew or thought they knew that it couldn't be bought. I arrived on the scene on the day that it could be bought, and I proceeded to do so.
The car has very low mileage and is nearly all-original. It had been repainted once, many years ago, but the original striping is clearly visible everywhere. When purchased it still had mounted one all white smooth tire, which had to date back prior to 1915, and could even be an original, but I can't prove that. I ran the tire some 450 miles before dismounting it for preservation. I did considerable research on the tire. It is a Congress trademark, which was a house brand of the E. C. McGraw Tire & Rubber Company of East Palestine, Ohio. It is felt to be the oldest functional pneumatic tire in the United States. The upholstery is original as are the running and floor boards, the chassis paint and fittings, the engine components and the brass. The Presto-Lite tank was last filled in 1915 and still has ample gas in it to run the headlights. The car received one of the first HPOF (Historical Preservation of Original Features) awards from AACA
The engine smoked lots and lost power badly on hills. Disassembly disclosed much rust on the cam lobes and valves, and a general lack of tension in the rings. The bearings were perfect. An overhaul returned the engine to vitality and ended the smoking.
The top was not original, and was ratty looking. A new top and side curtains were installed, so that the car could be driven in all kinds of Minnesota weather. Great pains were taken to exactly duplicate the Westchester top that would have been an original equipment accessory. (Early pictures disclosed that the car came without a top. Interviews stated that the top was purchased later. Perhaps the wheat crop wasn't that good!)
The car is a good cruiser and is comfortable and fun to drive. It completed the 600 mile 1990 AACA Reliability the 2004 Maxwell Centennial Tours and many local tours without incident. It is too nice to restore.
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Accessing Your Library During Fall Meet
The Fall Meet is just days away; are you excited yet? For many AACA members the Fall Meet is the only opportunity they have to personally visit the library collection. Each October hundreds of guests file through our doors to view sales literature, advertisements, shop manuals, parts lists and, of course, books. If you plan to visit us this year observing the following guidelines will ensure a smooth visit.
- Leave all of your bags, briefcases, and boxes in your car. Yes ladies, that includes your purse. The reason for this restriction is simple; we don't any pieces of our collection accidentally falling into your bag and leaving the library.
- Please bring your driver's license, state-issued ID or something of value. We will hold on to your card while you hold on to our material. When you are finished with your research we will swap again.
- For obvious reasons we do not allow food or drink in the library.
- We offer black & white photocopies for $0.30/page, color copies for $0.50/page, and digital scans for $1.00/page. If we are exceptionally busy during your visit and unable to make copies immediately, we will mail your copies to you at a later date.
- Remember that this is your library! Be inquisitive. Keep in mind that there are many more pieces in our collection than you see from our reading room. Ask questions and enjoy the library.
Please visit the discussion on the AACA Forum here for more information
about the Library Auction during Meet Week.
We hope to see you at least once during your time in Hershey. We are located at 501 West Governor Road, Hershey, PA 17033 in the same building as AACA National Headquarters.
Library Hours During Fall Meet Week
Monday: Closed (Come to our literature auction at the Hershey Region HQ)
Tuesday: 8am-9pm
Wednesday: 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 8am- 9pm
Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday: See you on the show field!
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RM Auctions at Hershey
GAVEL LIFTS ON CHICAGO'S WORLD FAMOUS LEE ROY HARTUNG COLLECTION
The Lee Roy Hartung Collection | | | AUBURN, IN (September 2, 2011) - Auctions America by RM in partnership with RM Auctions announced today it will lift the gavel on one of the Chicago area's best known treasures, the famous Lee Roy Hartung Collection, during a multi-day sale in Glenview, Illinois, November 3 - 5, 2011.
Well-known to collectors around the world, the Hartung Collection was amassed over five decades by the late Mr. Lee Roy Hartung for display in his private museum. From motor cars to motorcycles, bicycles, license plates and other vintage memorabilia, the amazing collection is comprised of items Hartung acquired locally, many from within a 15-mile radius of his Glenview location.
Following his passing in May 2011, Hartung's impressive collection will be offered 'without reserve' in November, presenting a unique range of ownership opportunities for those looking to continue his amazing legacy. In fact, in Lee Roy's own words and sentiments, he always viewed himself as a caretaker to the items in his collection, and he anticipated its dispersal to appreciative collectors greatly.
"Lee Roy Hartung was the ultimate collector with an incredible passion for history and a remarkable eye for originality," says Rob Myers, Chairman & Founder, RM Auctions and Auctions America by RM.
"We are honored to have been entrusted with the sale of his vast collection. In terms of its originality and diversity, it is unmatched, presenting a true treasure chest and range of exclusive ownership opportunities for the savvy collector," Myers adds.
For the motoring enthusiast, the collection is highlighted by a wonderful series of highly-original motor cars, from a rare and exquisite BMW Veritas Convertible with a Spohn body to a thoroughbred Edwards that won two races in its class at Pebble Beach, as well as an amazing collection of Ford Model T, Model A and V-8 motor cars, many presented in all-original untouched condition.
Those with an affinity for classic two-wheelers will appreciate the collection's outstanding series of vintage motorcycles, including an all-original 1911 Pope, a 1912 Sears Twin and a time-warp 1913 Flying Merkel Twin, which with its original paint and lettering is believed to be one of the most original examples in existence. Beyond motorized vehicles, Hartung was also known for his avid love of bicycles, which like almost everything in the collection remain in time-warp, original condition. Highlights include a like-new 1934 Iver Johnson, an Elgin Bluebird and a Schwinn Aerocycle.
For the mechanical engineering enthusiast, the collection boasts a large assortment of NOS Ford parts, highlighted by Ford "Speed Equipment," including heads, carburetors and upgrade kits, many of which have never been used.
Rounding out the collection is an diverse assortment of other collectibles including:
- an extensive collection of hit and miss engines
- vintage outboard motors
- vintage toys and antiques
- aircraft engines
- promotional models
- automotive mascots and motometers
- automotive badges and emblems
- political buttons and ephemera
- porcelain signs and advertising
- typewriters and housewares
- fire and law enforcement memorabilia, and
- petroliana and gas pumps.
The Lee Roy Hartung Collection auction will be held onsite at the Hartung Museum in Glenview, Illinois November 3 - 5 with a two-day auction preview on November 1 - 2. Further information and event details will be posted online at www.auctionsamerica.com. |
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Celebrate with other enthusiasts for a fun filled night of friends and fellowship at the AACA Museum as we jump start another great meet week in Hershey!
This year's event will be a casual, stroll through the museum with your friends as you enjoy an extensive selection of car themed comfort foods and cocktails scattered throughout all levels of the Museum.
Other aspects of the evening will include live entertainment, authentic one-of-a-kind artwork by a variety of artists on-site, fabulous fashions for the ladies, viewings of rarely seen movies from the AACA Library film vault and silent auction items along with the Museum's newest featured automobiles, buses, motorcycles and more.
Spend a relaxed evening at the Museum mingling with old friends and new.
TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE and will available at the Carlisle Show the week before Hershey. Advance reservations are required at $125.00 per person. To make reservations you may contact Melissa at (717) 566-7100 ext. 117.
For more information visit www.NightAtTheMuseum.org
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Speedy's Notes
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Introducing the AACA Credit Card!
Members can now apply to receive an AACA Visa Card!
- No annual fee.
- $50 donation by the bank when you first use your card.
- Ongoing contributions made when you continue using the card.
- Low introductory APR on purchases and no balance transfer fees for 6 months.
- Enhance Visa Platinum benefits, including 24/7 Emergency Customer Service.
- Earn point at hundreds of participating online retailers.
- Choose one of the four created cards or upload your own vehicle.
- Show off your very own car on the front of card.
Visit the website to apply and learn more about the AACA Credit Card.
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2011 Raffle! AACA Merchandise and Gifts
New items are on the way! We have lots of unique Merchandise and gift ideas available on our online catalog. Plenty of to choose from for the whole family and friends. Visit the merchandise website and start shopping!
Join in the discussions and check out our topics on the AACA Forum
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| Calendar Spotlight! | |
October 5-8 AACA Eastern Fall Meet in Hershey, PA sponsored by the AACA Hershey Region, 717-566-7720. February 9-11 - AACA Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA.
February 23-25, 2012 Boca Raton Councours in Boca Raton, FL. The sixth annual Boca Raton Concour s d' Elegance is honoring the 50th Anniversary of the Shelby Cobra and the 100th Anniversary of Aston Martin with a tremendous commemoration at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, FL. The three-day series of extravagant events benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County.
For additional information on the Boca Raton Concours d' Elegance and to see a full schedule of events please visit www.bocaCDE.com. As the event evolves, the website will provide up-to-date important information - so check back daily. All events are open to the public with tickets sold separately. Tickets can be purchased for the Friday night duPont Registry Live! Hangar Party; the Saturday Gala dinner; the Sunday Concours Automobile and Motorcycle exhibit; and the Concours d' Gourmet Café. To purchase tickets, please call 954-537-1010 or visit www.bocaCDE.com.
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The Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is the country's premier resource for the collectible vehicle community. Since its formation in 1935, the Club, through its national office, publications, and membership, aids individuals, museums, libraries, historians and collectors dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of automotive history.
Contact Information for Speedster Newsletter:
AACA Headquarters
501 W. Governor Road
Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: 717-534-1910
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