"American Motorist," August 1909

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Artifact Overview

The American Automobile Association (AAA) was organized in 1902. It began publishing its official magazine, American Motorist, in 1909. Early issues featured travel articles, hotel and garage listings, and club news. The magazine also promoted the idea of good roads.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Magazine (Periodical)

Date Made

August 1909

Subject Date

August 1909

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

90.384.29

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Henry Austin Clark, Jr.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 9.875 in
Width: 6.875 in
Length: 0.125 in

Inscriptions

Text on front: AMERICAN / MOTORIST / THE OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION / AUGUST / PRICE 15 CTS.
"American Motorist," August 1909