Newark Auto Pageant Trophy Won by Ford Motor Company, 1915
THF150880 / Newark Auto Pageant Trophy Won by Ford Motor Company, 1915
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Artifact Overview
Civic boosters in the early 20th century planned automobile parades for community celebrations, political rallies, company gatherings, and other events. Decorated automobiles and floats motored down city streets thrilling onlookers. Entrants could receive prizes and trophies in a number of categories. Ford Motor Company received this award for the best illuminated float at the Newark, New Jersey, auto pageant in 1915.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trophy (Object)
Date Made
1915
Subject Date
10 April 1915
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2004.0.9.33
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Silver (Metal)
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 8.5 in
Width: 8.25 in
Inscriptions
engraved on obverse: NEWARK AUTO PAGEANT / APR. 10,1915 / WON BY / FORD MOTOR CO.
on bottom: FRANK HOLT & CO. / NEWARK, N.J. / 6917
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