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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: 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: Commander Brow and the Waves, Naval Air Station Olathe, Kansas.
Author: Harold J. Brow, The Waves
Abstract/Description: Photo of Commander Harold J. Brow alongside service women referred to as "The Waves," possibly veterans of a World War II era program, and a jeep. Olathe, Kansas Naval Air Station. Date unknown. The back of the photo details the location of the image and the subjects captured.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_ND_HJBrowAndWavesPhoto
Format: Set of related objects

Title: JF-1 Amphibian Plane & H. J. Brow, December 24, 1940.
Author: Harold J. Brow
Abstract/Description: Photograph of Harold J. Brow exiting a Grumman Amphibian plane while talking with a colleague. Dated December 24, 1940. Presumably taken at the Quonset Point Naval Air Station, Rhode Island. The back of the photo contains information at the bottom right which includes the date the photo was taken and descriptions of the subjects.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_12-24-40_JF-1HJBrowPhoto
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Title: Naval Air Station Quonset Point, Rhode Island December 24, 1940.
Author: Harold J. Brow
Abstract/Description: Photo and caption of Harold J. Brow piloting a JF-1 Grumman Amphibian plane into the Quonset Point Naval Air Station taken by the Providence Journal-Bulletin on December 24, 1940. Accompanying the back was a note, dated July 26, 1974, which recounts Davenport's discovery of the photograph.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_12-24-40_NASQuonsetPointPhoto
Format: Set of related objects

Title: Wins, Loses, Rewins Air Record In A Day; 266 Miles An Hour, November 5, 1923.
Author: New York Times
Abstract/Description: Clipping detailing the friendly rivalry between Lt. Harold J. Brow and Lt. A. J. Williams over the world speed record in which Williams won, lost, then retook the fastest speed in one day of flying.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-5-1923_WinsLosesRewins
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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: Reeves Field Dedicated, March 1, 1938.
Author: Los Angeles Examiner
Abstract/Description: Article with accompanying picture detailing the dedication of Reeves Field as United States Fleet Air Base, San Pedro. Pictured are Lt. R. M. Signer, Capt. R. A. Dawes, and Lt. Commander H. J. Brow who was made commanding officer at the base and whose name was misprinted H. G. Brow.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBBox3_3-1-1938_ReevesFieldDedicated
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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: Luxury Air Liner Docks at Reeves Field, July 6, 1939.
Author: Long Beach Press-Telegram
Abstract/Description: Two press photos of a luxury plane (top) docked at Reeves Field and accompanying naval officers (bottom). Commander Harold J. Brow is pictured in the center.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBBox3_7-6-1939_LuxuryAirLiner
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Title: Former Holder of World's Speed Record Is Navy Inspector Here, November 2, 1941.
Author: Bridgeport Sunday Post, Frank J. Delear
Abstract/Description: Article detailing the history and accomplishments of Commander Harold J. Brow alongside his activities of the then current day. Of note, it is mentioned Brow first learned to fly in Pensacola in 1918.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_11-2-1941_FormerHolderofSpeedRecord
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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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Title: Celebrities - Screen, Naval, And Local Watching the Races, March 8, 1924.
Author: The Miami Herald
Abstract/Description: Photo of Lt. H. Brow, leftmost figure, and Lt. A. J. Williams, rightmost figure, among other celebrities attending races in Miami, Florida. Photographed by the Miami Herald.
Identifier: uwfnam_HJBbox3_3-8-1924_CelebritiesWatchingRaces_2
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