Official Bulletin American Wheelmen, Vol 17, No 5

Articles in this issue

• May in the Olden Time — Samuel Pepys

  Extracts from Samuel Pepys' diary describing May Day celebrations in 1667 London, including milkmaids dancing with garlands and a glimpse of Nell Gwynne at her doorway.

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• Born in May — Notable Figures

  List of famous persons born in May including Horace Mann, Queen Victoria, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Julia Ward Howe, with playful assertions about the character of May-born people.

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• Milwaukee Bicycle Week Race Meet

  Notice that Milwaukee is planning a race meet for bicycle week on May 10, showing continued interest in organized bicycle competition.

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• Century Road Club of America Annual Events

  Reference to the Century Road Club of America's annual activities and events for the spring season.

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• May Cycling Humor and Short Items

  A collection of short humorous observations about spring cycling, the riding season, and everyday post-war life.

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