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Title: "Special to The New York Times".
Author: New York Times
Abstract/Description: A clipping from the New York Times dated October 6 yet publishing date is unknown. The article details the record breaking speed runs of former Giants pitcher Lieutenant Al J. Williams, noting that at one point during his flight he lost consciousness after turning at a high speed.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_NavalAirmanFlies259MPH_3
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Title: 244.15 Miles-Per-Hour Speed Record Established, September 14, 1923.
Author: Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description: Clipping detailing Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's 244 mile an hour record flight speed as well as discussion whether the Verville-Sperry plane would quickly outpace this record at the St. Louis air races. Brow's technical history is profiled in the latter half of the article, noting his accomplishments in both design and aviation while part of the navy.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_9-14-1923_244MPHRecord_3
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Title: 259 Miles An Hour Is New Air Record, November 3, 1923.
Author: The World
Abstract/Description: Clipping from The World which notes Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's record flight speed of 259 miles an hour. This article puts a more sensationalist spin on the account of the Wright Field test flights where Brow and Lieutenant A. J. Williams repeatedly broke each other's speed records in one day.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_259MPHNewRecord
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Title: 266 Miles An Hour, Air Speed Record, No Date.
Author: Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description: Article and corresponding table detailing the events of Lt. A. J. Williams and Harold J. Brow's competition for the highest air speed over Mitchel Field, Long Island. The table at the top of the article details number of seconds and speed each taken on each pass by both Williams and Brow during their flights. The article is a continuation of a first page article which was not present alongside this one.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_ND_TableShowsRecords
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Title: 266 Miles An Hour, New Air Speed Record, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York American
Abstract/Description: Article from the New York American detailing Lt. A. J. Williams record speed flight during the rival showcase between him and Lt. Harold J. Brow at Mitchel Field.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_266MPHNewAirSpeedRecord
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Title: 40,000 Watch Flyers Perform At Air Carnival, November 7, 1923.
Author: New York Tribune
Abstract/Description: Article detailing the events of an air circus held at Mitchel Field which included an air race, stunt flying, the destruction of a blimp, and an non-timed race between Lt. Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams for the purpose of exhibition.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-7-1923_40kWatchFlyers
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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: Admiral Clark Here, No Date.
Author: Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description: An article describing Admiral Joseph James Clark's arrival and meeting with Commander Harold J. Brow. The article is bordered by red pen marks.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_ND_AdmClarkHere
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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: Air Record Set at 259 Miles an Hour, Affiliated Section, November 3, 1923.
Author: The New York Herald
Abstract/Description: An additional section of the article "Air Record Set at 259 Miles an Hour" which was separated from the main article body for some unknown reason. The clipping details the atmosphere surrounding the Pulitzer Trophy race before being cut off. A continued section was not present alongside the materials.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-3-1923_AirRecordsSet_3
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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: 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: 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: 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 Record Smashed 3 Times in 2 Hours in Navy Flyers' Rivalry, Continued, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York Times
Abstract/Description: Continuation of the article "Air Speed Record Smashed 3 Times" in the New York Times which details the method in which Lieutenant A. J. Williams attained the record breaking speed which allowed him to beat Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's earlier record. Brow and Williams methods were compared alongside their personalities.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_AirSpeedRecordSmashed_2
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Title: Air Speed Record Smashed 3 Times In 2 Hours in Navy Flyers' Rivalry, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York Times
Abstract/Description: Clipping from the New York Times detailing the back and forth speed records made between Lieutenants Harold J. Brow and A. J. Williams at Mitchell Field due to their friendly competition. Photos of Brow and Williams accompany the article, alongside their win and loss records, which was then continued onto page four of the Times.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_AirSpeedRecordSmashed
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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: Another Providence Record, Date Unknown.
Author: Unknown Publication
Abstract/Description: A small article from a Providence newspaper relating Lieutenant Harold J. Brow's record speed of 265 miles an hour and notes that the city is proud of him.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_ND_AnotherProvidenceRecord
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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: Best Navy Flyers to Stage Battles and Circus in Air, June 4, 1923.
Author: The Evening Star
Abstract/Description: A newspaper clipping from the Evening Star detailing an air exhibit being put on by the Navy and Marines showcasing tactics and technologies that would be utilized against enemy warships. Lieutenant Harold J. Brow is noted as being one of the pilots of a protective squadron that would be escorting bombers towards their dummy target.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_6-4-1923_BestNavyFlyers
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