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This September 1965 image of Nicholas Valente and his steam car engine is a starting point for research on this San Francisco garage mechanic.

Nicholas Valente of Eureka, CA, September 25, 1965 Photo of his steam car engine. Nicholas Valente of Eureka, CA, September 25, 1965 Photo of his steam car engine.

The image caption identifies Nicholas Valente as a persistent inventor who, since World War I, has been working on a steam car. The VSCM would be happy to learn more about Nicholas Valente and his efforts.

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