bobburman

Wikipedia says that Bob Burman ranked 12th (but did not finish) in the 1912 Indianapolis 500 when his Cutting race car (pictured above) crashed on turn two. Reference: Wikipedia: 1912 Indianapolis 500

Great old picture!

Keep in mind that when that photo was taken the car was the latest in race car design.

Bob Burman Lou Disbrow Jack Tower Joe Grennon

synchmaster500: Thanks for the information! It's confirmed and we're updating the records.

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Goggles, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Yup, they’re “race car” drivers…

Wow! Jack Tower (3rd from left) is my Grandfather! I have some pics from his races (and one of a crash at Indy), but I have never seen this one. He raced in the 1911 Indy 500. The results: Fin: 24, St: 23, Car No. 26, Jackson Automobile, He also raced in the 1913 Indy 500. The results: Fin: 19, St: 25, Car No. 6, Mason Motor: Duesenberg. He crashed and a broken leg. His mechanic (the mechanic rode in the car as well in those days) had broke ribs and internal injuries. I was told he later died, but I'm not sure. My mother told me he set a speed record in one of the time trials, but I don't have that info. Anyway, my Grandfather raced, worked with many car companies, and did a test drive across the country at one point. He designed some car features. He also wrote poetry, stories, lyrics, and a bit of music. He must have been a very interesting man. He passed away, however, before I was born so I never had the pleasure of knowing him. Wonderful surprise to come across this photo.

Bob Burman professional race driver 1909 era

This is great! Reminds me of Alec Baldwin.



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What, no protective leather helmet?

More Tobey McGuire than Alec Baldwin.

ahaa.. i love this =)