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The Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI
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Back in the 1950's, my Grandpa was a security guard at the Whittier Hotel. According to his stories, all the hydroplane racers used to go to the GOLD CUP ROOM, which was located in the Whittier…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jack Schafer Sep 17, 2012.
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Jack Schafer replied to Peggy Kwiatkowski's discussion The Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI
Phil Lampman replied to Peggy Kwiatkowski's discussion The Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI"For what it's worth I agree with Mr. Roe's suggestion that it be donated to the Hydroplane Museum. I'm not sure what this piece of memorabilia is like and I can't really speak for the museum either, but it just seems like the…"
Peggy Kwiatkowski replied to Peggy Kwiatkowski's discussion The Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI"Tomorrow, I will post pictures of this sign. It is sad that the Whittier is not doing so well. It was Majestic back in the day."
Tony Pastor replied to Peggy Kwiatkowski's discussion The Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI"Thanks for providing me with a pleasant memory. I can't remember when the the Gold Cup Room closed, but I had a very pleasant dinner there in 1969. The walls were covered with enlarged black and white photos of hydro action on the…"
Phil Lampman left a comment for Peggy Kwiatkowski"Hi Peggy,
I have no idea what this sign you have from your Grandpa looks like, but it certainly sounds to me like something truly significant and a treasure to those of us who look upon places that were significant to those of us who still honor…"
Randall E. Roe replied to Peggy Kwiatkowski's discussion The Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI"I think you should donate it to the Museum or APBA. but thats just me. The whittier was right across the street from the old pit area, so I would guess that a lot of the teams stayed there."
Peggy Kwiatkowski posted a discussionThe Gold Cup Room at the Whittier Hotel in Detroit, MI
Back in the 1950's, my Grandpa was a security guard at the Whittier Hotel. According to his stories, all the hydroplane racers used to go to the GOLD CUP ROOM, which was located in the Whittier Hotel on Jefferson in Detroit, MI.. When it was closing, Mr. Calloway who used to manage the Whittier, gave my Grandpa the sign that used to hang over this famous establishment. I'm sure there are some people out there that would love to see this sign, or possibly own it. I would be very interested…See More
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- At 5:01pm on August 20, 2012, Phil Lampman said…
Hi Peggy,
I have no idea what this sign you have from your Grandpa looks like, but it certainly sounds to me like something truly significant and a treasure to those of us who look upon places that were significant to those of us who still honor and cherish the sport many of us grew up with. By all means, if you can profit by the sale of it, please do. No one will blame you for that.
But, if you have ever visited the Hydroplane Museum I suspect you would understand it might be the perfect resting place for this. Your decision of course and, frankly, I'm excited enough by your offer to ask what you would like to get for it? I would of course probably give it to the museum myself.
My friends and family probably wouldn't have a clue as to its significance, but I'll bet a lot of visitors to the museum would certainly look upon it in awe, much as they do Bill Muncey's memorabilia and uniforms worn by heroic drivers long departed.
Personally, I think given your grandfather's time with the Legends of the Sport, there would be no better tribute to his memory to have the sign hang in the most appropriate place. I wouldn't be surprised if the ghosts of our heroes now departed might not come out at night under the sign in the Museum and continue their conversations. Probably not, but I'd like to think so.
Obviously, I agree with Mr. Roe. Just a thought. Thanks for considering...
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