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Title: Plane Makers Believe Speed Limit Has Not Been Reached, September 15, 1923.
Author: The Sun and Globe
Abstract/Description: Article and accompanying photo from the Sun and Globe reporting on the notion that engineers were uncertain how fast planes would actually get after factoring in items like reduced weight and greater horsepower engines. Lieutenant Harold J. Brow is photographed before his Curtiss-Navy plane he used to break the air speed record of the day.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_9-15-1923_PlaneMakers
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Title: Lt. H. J. Brow, U.S.N., Breaks Air Records, September 22, 1923.
Author: Army and Navy Journal
Abstract/Description: A clipped page from the Army and Navy Journal, the article in the middle on Lt. Harold J. Brow details his record breaking flight speed as well as Brow's opinions on using metal prop planes over one with a wooden propeller. The other articles detail news relevant to other military activities of the decade such as a new aviation class to begin in January in Pensacola, Florida.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_LT.HJ.Brow
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Title: Air Record Set at 259 Miles an Hour, November 3, 1923.
Author: The New York Herald
Abstract/Description: Article from the New York Herald with accompanying photo of Lieutenant Harold J. Brow detailing his record flight speed at Mitchel Field the day prior to publishing.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_AirRecordsSet_2
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Title: Flying 259 Miles An Hour, H. J. Brow Sets World Mark, November 3, 1923.
Author: Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description: Article from an unknown publication detailing Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's speed rivalry with Lieutenant A. J. Williams and their back and forth recorded flight speeds over Mitchel Field the previous day.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_Flying259MPH
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Title: Air Speed Mark Smashed Thrice In Day by Rivals, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York Tribune
Abstract/Description: Article from the New York Tribune detailing the follow up speed match between Lieutenants Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams at Mitchell Field following Brow's record breaking flight of 259 miles an hour. The article notes that flying conditions were unfavorable until the previous Sunday and continues the article elsewhere.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_AirSpeedMarkSmashedThrice
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Title: Air Speed Mark Smashed Thrice In Day by Rivals, Continued, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York Tribune
Abstract/Description: Continuation of the article "Air Speed Mark Smashed Thrice In Day by Rivals" which details the average speeds of Lieutenant Harold J. Brow, 265 miles an hour, and Lieutenant A. J. Brow, 263 miles an hour, after they flew a speed course at Mitchel Field. After which Williams managed to attain a speed of 266 miles an hour.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_AirSpeedMarkSmashedThrice_2
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Title: Flies 274.2 Miles An Hour In Spurt, Smashing Record, November 5, 1923.
Author: The New York Herald
Abstract/Description: Clipping from the New York Herald detailing the rival flights between Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams. An adjacent article notes the dirigible Shenandoah was planned for a test flight in a days time.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_Flies274MPH
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Title: Lieutenant Alford J. Williams, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York American
Abstract/Description: Caption and photo from the New York American depicting Lt. A. J. Williams and Lt. Harold J. Brow in their pilot caps from their day at Mitchel Field where they dueled for the world speed record. Harold J. Brow is the bottom most image.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_LtAlfordJWilliams
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Title: Flies 274.2 Miles Hour In Spurt, Continued, November 5, 1923.
Author: The New York Herald
Abstract/Description: Continuation of the article "Flies 274.2 Miles An Hour In Spurt," detailing the friendly rivalry between Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams in break each others speed records in the same day at Mitchel Field.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_Flies274MPH_2
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Title: Navy, To Save Pair of Air Speed Kings, Ends Test Flights, November 6, 1923.
Author: The World
Abstract/Description: Article detailing how Admiral W. A. Moffet put an end to Lt. Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams' competition due to the belief they had both reached the peak of performance their planes could output without endangering themselves.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-6-1923_NavyEndsTestFlights
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Title: Airmen to Match Speed Again Today, November 6, 1923.
Author: New York Times
Abstract/Description: Article detailing how Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams planned to continue their competition for the world speed record at an air circus being held at Mitchel Field on the day of publication. The article also notes other events that were to be held at the circus.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-6-1923_AirmenToMatchToday
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Title: 400-Mile Speed In Air Is Foreseen, November 11, 1923.
Author: New York Times
Abstract/Description: Article detailing the beliefs of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow that humans would be able to withstand much higher speeds. The article notes tests done with centrifugal force on dogs to see the effects the different force would have on bodies, thought Brow's idea was that with proper training and machines people would be able to withstand such forces much more easily.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-11-1923_400MilesSpeedForeseen
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Title: Air Circus Thrills Thousands As Brow, Williams, and Others Defy Death for Relief Society, November 7, 1923.
Author: The Evening World
Abstract/Description: Article and accompanying portraits of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow detailing the events at an air carnival performed at Mitchel Field which included stunt flying, an exhibition race, and parachute jumps.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-7-1923_AirCircusThrills
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Title: Flyer Falls in S. D. Bay, February 17, 1925.
Author: Evening Tribune
Abstract/Description: Headline and article recalling Lt. Harold J. Brow's crash into San Diego bay from which he survived.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_2-17-1925_FlyerFallsInSDBay
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Title: Air Speed Demons Who Thrilled The Aviation World Meet Again In Miami, March 7, 1924.
Author: The Herald
Abstract/Description: Article recounting the reunion of Lt. Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams in Miami to witness a series of races in the city, detailing what the pair had been up to since their last meeting in December.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_3-7-1924_AirSpeedDemons
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Title: Aviators Swooping In From Many Sections, May 23, 1924.
Author: Birmingham News
Abstract/Description: Article announcing the Southern Air Meet at Roberts Field on an upcoming Saturday. Lt. Harold J. Brow was noted as arriving from Pensacola to compete in the races. Pictured is a Douglas T-2 plane and Lt. Harold J. Brow in his pilot's cap.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_5-23-1924_AviatorsSwoopingIn
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Title: Flier Plunges 350 Feet; Lives, February 18, 1925.
Author: The San Diego Union
Abstract/Description: Article recounting Lt. Harold J. Brow's crash into San Diego Bay after testing the maneuverability of a new Boeing plane.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBBox3_2-18-1925_FlierPlunges350Feet
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Title: Speed Kings Upon Water And In Air Given Trophies, March 11, 1924.
Author: The Miami Herald
Abstract/Description: Article summarizing the ending events of the air regatta held in Miami, Florida which included a ball. Trophies and prizes were awarded to each winner of the races and Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams, whose name is misspelled twice in the article, were introduced and applauded as world speed record holders during the event.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_3-11-1924_SpeedKingsWaterAndAir
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Title: S.D. Air Crash Feature Of Washington Probe, February 19, 1925.
Author: Evening Tribune
Abstract/Description: Article recounting that the Navy was investigating the NB-1 type Boeing plane which Lt. Harold J. Brow had crashed into San Diego bay after it failed to respond to his control. The use of the plane was put on hold as officials began to question the costs associated with ordering them.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBBox3_2-19-1925_SDAirCrash
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Title: Daring Aviator to Participate In Air Pageant, October 6, 1927.
Author: Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description: Article, possibly from the Providence News Journal, reporting Lt. Harold J. Brow's participation in an upcoming Rhode Island air pageant at Pothier Field. The article then goes on to report Brow's past accomplishments as a Navy pilot.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBBox3_10-6-1927_DaringAviator
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