1911 Early Aviation photo Weldon Cooke California Airmail Wiseman-Cooke biplane

Description: offered by ...... CompanyStoreAntiques of Rhode Island A WORD ABOUT FEEDBACK: I am available to help at anytime, if a problem arises, just message me! Both US and international buyers welcome!Original 1911-12 photo early California aviator Weldon Cooke, who flew a Wiseman-Cooke aircraft, the 1st aircraft built in California, established an airmail route w/the postmaster of Eureka, CA, broke records at the 1912 Los Angeles International air meet, built airplanes in Sandusky, Ohio. Cooke was the second pilot licensed in California. From aerodacious.com: "The Postmaster of Eureka CA established a postal sub-station at the New Era Park. Aviator Weldon Cooke flew from Era Park across Humbolt Bay to Railroad Wharf Eureka CA where he dropped the mail from the plane. The mail was then retrieved and driven by car to the post office. This accomplishment was noted to be the first official flight in the state of California."From wiki: "Cooke was born on June 28, 1884, in Oakland, California. Cooke grew up in Lockeford, California. Cooke's grandfather, Dr. Dean Jewett Locke, was the founder of the town of Lockeford. Cooke attended the University of California where he graduated from the California School of Mechanical Arts and the College of Electrical Engineering.In early 1912, Cooke passed his test for his pilot's license, which was presented to him by Oakland Mayor Frank K. Mott on Jan. 13, 1912. He received Aero Club of America's pilot license # 95, making him the second licensed pilot in California. Cooke's Black Diamond exhibition flying culminated in its appearance in the January 1912 Los Angeles International air meet at Dominguez Field. Cooke's flying was outstanding, setting the meet record for endurance and altitude, winning $7,400 in prizes. In 1911 and 1912, including the Los Angeles prize money."Photo measures approx.: 3 5/8 x 4.75".Condition note: Excellent condition for being over 100 years old. Please see pics. Fully insured shipping to USA 6.50. International fully insured shipping 19.99 or through eBay's international shipping program. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Some Good Reasons Why You Should Buy From Me! Bringing you the best in vintage collectibles, tools, antiques, and musical instruments! Committed to establishing TRUST AND PERFORMANCE with our customers!! Clear crisp pictures that help you make the right decision. Reasonable shipping fees and safe professional packaging. Items shipped within 24 hours of payment received. Tracking number available directly from the carrier. Insurance is provided by me. CONTACT US For any question or concerns regarding your purchase, please send me a message through eBay by “Asking seller a question” at the bottom of the listing in question, most questions will be answered within hours. If you ever have a problem with your item please contact me within the next 48 hours of receiving it to allow me to work out a solution PAYMENT: You will get an Invoice from eBay at the end of the auction, please pay at your earlier convenience. If you have requested combined shipping, please do not pay the first ebay invoice you get, but rather wait for me to send you a corrected invoice. Typical shipping times from USPS: USPS Priority Mail 2 to 3 days usually twice more expensive USPS First Class 3 to 5 days, Small items only up to 13oz WARRANTY: 100% money back if the item is not what the pictures or the description represent. If the item gets damaged during transit, buyer and seller work together to file a claim. (Used and vintage items are sold as-is, based on a thorough description I provide). We will always work to make sure you have what you need for the success of your project.FB

Price: 150 USD

Location: Providence, Rhode Island

End Time: 2024-09-07T22:07:00.000Z

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