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Rare 1925-1926 Indian Motorcycle Company Sales Brochure - \"What The Elks Found Out\" - Springfield, MA
Authentic vintage advertising booklet from the Indian Motorcycle Company, featuring the famous \"What The Elks Found Out for You About the Indian Prince!\" campaign.
This fascinating period sales brochure showcases Indian\'s marketing strategy targeting the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (B.P.O.E.), highlighting how lodge members could \"Learn to Ride The Indian Prince in 5 Minutes.\" The booklet emphasizes the motorcycle\'s ease of operation, comfort, and reliability. The brochure highlights a testimonial letter from the Philadelphia Elks speaking the praises of Indian Motorcycles.
Key Features:
- Date: Circa 1925-1926
- Size: Approximately 9\" x 6.5\"
- Publisher: Indian Motorcycle Co., Springfield, Massachusetts
- Content: Multi-page sales brochure with detailed specifications and testimonials
- Notable: Features the Indian Prince model with emphasis on beginner-friendly operation
Condition:Overall very good for 100 years old. See final photos for close ups of creases, pencil marks etc
Contents include:
- Cover featuring the distinctive Elks logo and Indian branding
- \"You Too Can Learn to Ride\" promotional copy
- Technical specifications and pricing information
- Group photograph showing \"Dozens of Motorcycles\" in an Elks parade
- Testimonial letter and endorsement details
This is an excellent example of 1920s motorcycle advertising, particularly valuable for Indian Motorcycle collectors, vintage advertising enthusiasts, and Elks lodge memorabilia collectors. The Indian Prince was positioned as an entry-level motorcycle, making this brochure a unique piece of American motorcycle history.
Perfect for display, research, or as an addition to any vintage motorcycle or advertising collection.
Ships carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery.
