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Image Not Available for Jack Lewtiz in his wheelchair caressing a horse
Jack Lewtiz in his wheelchair caressing a horse
Image Not Available for Jack Lewtiz in his wheelchair caressing a horse

Jack Lewtiz in his wheelchair caressing a horse

Date1960s - 1970s
Object numberANMS1165[073]
NamePhotocopy
MediumPaper
DimensionsOverall: 300 × 210 mm
ClassificationsEphemera
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Carol and Gordon Billett
DescriptionPhotocopy of a photograph of speedboat racer Jack Lewitz in his wheelchair with a horse.SignificanceThe Lewitz collection illustrates the boom era of power boating. The increasing affordability and widespread use of cars, and comparative affordability and availability of powerboats in the era following WWII made the sport a popular pastime on the flatwater surfaces of rivers and lakes.