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Spectacular Racing on Waterfront
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Spectacular Racing on Waterfront

Date25 April 1962
Object numberANMS1165[026]
NameNewspaper clipping
MediumInk on paper
DimensionsOverall: 230 × 120 mm
ClassificationsEphemera
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Carol and Gordon Billett
DescriptionNewspaper clipping from the Central Coast Express titled 'Spectacular Racing on Waterfront' dated Wednesday 25 April, 1962. The articles describes the race that took place in Gosford.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.