Papers, 1926-2006.

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Papers, 1926-2006.

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The Allen P. Carter papers are a series of fragments covering his association with Du Pont Motors, Inc., and automobile racing and restoration.

0.4 linear ft.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6814182

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Indianapolis Motor Speedway Race.

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Du Pont Motors, Incorporated.

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Du Pont, Jean Kane Foulke, 1891-1985

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Du Pont, E. Paul (Eleuthère Paul), 1887-1950

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E. Paul du Pont established a motor works for building marine engines in Wilmington, Delaware just prior to America's entry into World War I. At the end of the war, the company began manufacturing automobiles. Elegant and graceful coachwork was the mark of Du Pont automobiles; over a twelve year period more than 600 Du Pont automobiles were produced. In 1930, E. Paul du Pont purchased the Indian Motorcycle. Indu Corporation was formed to handle the transfer of stock and funds and to act as a hol...

Carter, Allen P. (Allen Pierce), 1906-2006.

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Allen Pierce Carter was born near Wilmington, Del., on March 8, 1906. In 1926, Carter was hired by E. Paul du Pont as an apprentice at Du Pont Motors, Inc., a builder of custom-made luxury cars. After a year, he was promoted to manager of the Service Dept. He acted as mechanic and manager for du Pont's entries in the 1929 Le Mans race and the 1930 Indy 500. The Depression forced Du Pont Motors, Inc., to cease production in 1931, having built a total of 625 cars. Carter t...

Moran, Charles, 1906-1978.

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