Means of Transportation (1909)

ID: 1473 ~ Source: Image courtesy of the Texas Collection, Baylor University ~ Date: 1909
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Means of Transportation (1909)

Gildersleeve and his assistant Herbert Guinn on their well-recognized motorbike and sidecar. The motorcycle was made by Excelsior, purchased from Lawrence Hall Bicycle Company. The duo rode around Waco on the bike to capture photos.

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By Sarah Miller & Geoff Hunt
During the early twentieth century, Waco experienced economic growth, large amounts of community engagement and recreation, as well as racial tension and military training.Photographer Fred A. Gildersleeve, nicknamed “Gildy,” immortalized the lives…