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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph caption dated July 2, 1958 reads "Checking single engine aircraft for entry in all Woman Transcontinental Air Race, better known as Powder Puff Derby, are Mrs. Audrey Schutte, left, of Northridge, pilot, and Mrs,. Minnie Morgan, co-pilot of Sherman Oaks. Two Valley mothers will be among approximately 100 women entering 2,177 mile flight. Race starts from San Diego Friday and terminates four days later at Charleston, S.C."
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Powder Puff Derby Women--California--San Fernando Valley Women air pilots--United States Air pilots--United States Airplanes--California--San Fernando Valley San Fernando Valley (Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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