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| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | MAY 2020 | 23 Due to the impact of current events, meetings planned for all clubs have been suspended until further notice. Cruzin' Cronies delights in sharing highlights about our club from past years for your enjoyment. Man's preoccupation with innovative transportation dates as far back as Icarus the Greek, with his attempt to fly to the sun. In the late 1700s, inventors worked on self-propelled vehicles able to haul people and cargo. In 1865, the appearance of mass transit vehicles in the UK led to a law requiring self-propelled vehicles to be preceded by a man waving a flag and blowing a horn. The development of automobiles as we know them began at the end of the 1800s. In 1875, Wisconsin offered $10,000 for a practical vehicle that didn't use horses or other animals. Enter the horseless carriage, which was an improvement because it didn't need food and water. Besides, men looked dashing in goggles and scarves. By 1900, mass production of automobiles began. The automobile industry began with experimental vehicles and developed into the production of luxury autos, which were mainly purchased by the rich and famous. Ford's assembly line in 1913 revolutionized the industry with the concept of manufacturing cheaper cars worldwide. WWII opened a booming era in manufacturing and design. After the war, mechanized factories continued to employ thousands of workers, the majority of whom were servicemen returning to civilian life. This Industrial Revolution led to the creation of unions to guarantee workers' health, safety, and equal pay. The growth of roads and highways brought on the expansion of suburban living. Young people with an eye for style and beauty, as well as mechanical and artistic abilities, loved the older, classic cars. Collectors, car clubs, rallies, and races came along, creating a culture of appreciation for workmanship, innovation, and specialized mechanics that is still present today. With all that history, it's no wonder the Cruizin' Cronies enjoy showing off their spiffy classic cars. We encourage you to check out our club, at 8 am on the first Saturday of each month with our display of classic cars in the Main Clubhouse parking lot. A short meeting in the Multipurpose Room follows at 8:30 am, and then we go to breakfast at a local restaurant. There are no dues, no extra fees, just friendship, stories, and lots of laughter. Call Sandra Glickman at (951) 267-1113. Cruzin' Cronies Just in case: Check with your club contact to confirm meeting place, date, and time.