Biographical Note
Dr. Randolph P. Pillow was a longtime hydroplane racing enthusiast and
Seafair supporter. Between 1950 and 1975 he served as a driver, owner, medic,
and general chairman for numerous hydroplane races throughout the Pacific
Northwest. As medical chairman he oversaw the work of several dozen doctors and
nurses on race day. In 1960 he and his staff handled 7 major and 242 minor
medical cases in one day, ranging from drivers with crash-related burns and
fractures to spectators with heatstroke. Pillow, a hematologist, was founder
and executive director of International Medical Services at Virginia Mason
Medical Center.
Content Description
This collection contains items accumulated by Dr. Pillow during his
involvement in hydroplane racing beginning in the 1950s. Materials include
correspondence, photographs, race programs, clippings, brochures, and other
items. Also included is a hydroplane history written by Dr. Pillow in 1965.
Collection also includes one box of postcards largely depicting scenes in
Seattle and Washington.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Access The collection is open to the public by appointment.
Restrictions on Use The Museum of History & Industry is the owner of the materials in
the Sophie Frye Bass Library and makes available reproductions for research,
publication, and other uses. Written permission must be obtained from MOHAI
before any reproduction use. The museum does not necessarily hold copyright to
all of the materials in the collections. In some cases, permission for use may
require seeking additional authorization from the copyright owners.
Preferred Citation Randolph Pillow Papers, Museum of History & Industry, Seattle