Toolbox, Used by Ray Hook, 1943-1951
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Artifact Overview
Tether cars, gas-powered model race cars, were popular in the 1930s and 1940s. They were raced individually while tethered to a central pivot, or against each other on a scaled-down board track. Racers needed tools and spare parts with them at competitions. This box, used by Ray Hook, kept everything organized -- and included a place for the car as well.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Toolbox
Date Made
1943-1951
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2013.47.127
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Eric Zausner and the E-Z Spindizzy Foundation.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Cardboard
Copper (Metal)
Felt (Textile)
Iron alloy
Paper (Fiber product)
Wood (Plant material)
Dimensions
Height: 10 in
Width: 12 in
Length: 30 in
Weight: 27.125 lb
Inscriptions
interior, lid, handwritten:
"HOOK SHOP" / SPCL
plaque, hand engraved:
Awarded to Ray Hook for Good Sportsmanship from Andy Anderson / June 20, 1947 / A.M.R.C.A. / Visalia
plaque:
1943 / SLMRCA
plaque:
RAY HOOK / ALAMEDA / LA.3 1645
plaque:
S.V.M.R.C.A.
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