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Photograph caption dated February 27, 1957 reads, "The winner - Robbie Ford, winner, above, drives around track with flag as part of race ceremony after he won competition. In another race, below, Gloria Goethals, 6, of Woodland Hills, bestows special award upon Bruce Hustis, 8, of Reseda, as he shows her trophy he received as High Point Winner of 1956. Youngsters have strong competitive spirit." See images 00160603 through 00160615 for additional photos in this series.
Midget car racing Midget cars (Automobiles) Racetracks (Automobile racing) Racers (Persons) Award winners Helmets Spectators Flags Boys Reseda (Los Angeles, Calif.) Portrait photographs Group portraits
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