Speedboat
Object number97.148.4
Datec. 1940
Mediumwood; metal; cork; cloth; cording
Credit LineGift of Transportation and Technology Museum
DescriptionPumpkin seed boat. Low, flat, central section rectangular cut-out wood with circular metal steering wheel, speedometer; gear on left side with cord attaches to motor. Tightly woven fabric painted white stretched over front, black and white painted finish overall. Metal handle on outside, front, center and two handles equidistant on rear. Circular hole s for corks beneath each rear handle and one on either side.Dimensions14 x 44 x 91 in. (35.6 x 111.8 x 231.1 cm)MarksSide,rear: "FILLINGER / K.C. 3 MO".
Front, sides: "P200".
Oval decal on side: "THE ANTIQUE OUTBOARD MOTOR CLUB INC. [Logo of motor] 84 YEARS / of OUTBOARDING / 1866-1960".
Historical NotesThis racing boat was owned and raced by the James Altman Family of New Kensington, Pennsylvania, during 20 years of racing, beginning in 1930. They won many races including national championships. Jim Altman was the Class C record holder during the 1930s. Mary Altman won the Class M championship in 1939. Ethel Altman began racing at the age of 14 years and won national championships during the years 1946, 1947, and 1948.Label TextPumpkin seed boat owned and raced by the Altman family of New Kensington, PA, 1930–50 The Altmans won many races, including national championships, in this boat. Jim Altman was the Class C record holder during the 1930s. Mary Altman won the Class M championship in 1939. Ethel Altman, who began racing at the age of 14, won national championships in 1946, 1947, and 1948.
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Mary Altman
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James Altman
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Ethel Altman
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