Also: The Cynophere - Invented by M. Huret, of Paris, France, and patented in the United States, December 14, 1875. The Cynophere consists of two large wheels, between which is a comfortable seat and rest for the feet. In front is a small guide wheel, the direction being controlled at will by a rod held in the right hand, while at the left is a brake by which the speed is regulated. Power is furnished by a dog within each of the side wheels, and so light is the draft that it is no more exertion for the dogs to run upon the treadway of the wheel than it is for them to go at the same speed at their own pleasure. The French Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, to whom the subject was submitted by the inventor, unanimously endorsed the system. The vehicle is light and graceful in its mechanism, and can be used by ladies and gentlemen, without the slightest danger, discomfort or exertion. For pleasure purposes it is unsurpassed, and when fully introduced to the American public is destined to achieve a popularity far greater than that of the velocipede, while the moderate expense will bring it within the easy reach of all.
Also: Did you know that in 1922, a motorcycle was ridden all the way around the tracks of a roller coaster? That's right. It was on the occasion of the Los Angeles Motorcycle Club's 10th Annual Run to Santa Monica, September 17, 1922. Many games were held involving motorcycles..."Blick" Wolter announced that he would ride around the roller coaster tracks! The motorcycle he chose for this stunt was a four-cylinder Ace, which was very popular in the 20's...
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