There Is Gold In Them Hills
Have you had the opportunity to experience the breathtaking landscapes and scenery that embrace the pre-1952 alignment of Route 66 (National Old Trails Highway before 1927) in the Black Mountains…
The Long & Winding Road
I have no idea when the photo at my grandmothers house first caught my eye, and I don't know where the photo is today. I do know that that picture…
A Magic carpet of Asphalt
Route 66 in western Arizona, from Topock to Kingman, is no mere highway. It is a bridge between the past, the present, and even the future. It is a scenic…
Before It Was Route 66
The Lincoln Highway was the primary competitor for status as the primary coast to coast highway. However, the National Old Trails Road was the recipient of headline grabbing promotion resultant of high profile events.
The Adventuring Automobilist
July 14, 1915, "At 4 1/2 miles out at 11:15 Ford broke rear axle shaft. "
Albuquerque To Gallup; 174 Miles In 13 Hours
In May of 1916, the Albuquerque Automobile Racing Association, in partnership with business owners in Gallup announced a Fourth of July race. There would be a $700 prize for the first place finisher. To put this into perspective that was about the cost of a new Ford. The entry fee was $40.00.