Official Bulletin American Wheelmen, Vol 17, No 8
Articles in this issue
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A playful poem of August pastoral scenes mixing dairy farming, fishing, and rural summer life, followed by a note from John Keats written in 1818 about the then-new velocipede craze.
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Remarkable historical excerpt from John Keats' 1818 writings describing velocipedes as a novelty that could travel seven miles an hour, noting their price of eight guineas.
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Statistics from the British Cyclists' Touring Club showing membership of 8,546 in November compared to 8,680 in 1917, with a report on legal cases taken up for injured cyclists.
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Seasonal items on summer cycling, the upcoming annual banquet in September, and club activities around the country.
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Short witty items about cycling, automobiles, and everyday post-war life, drawn from member contributions and exchanges.