[Audio recording of William P. Lear's speech to Joint Meeting of California-Nevada Engineers]

Audio recording of a speech given by William P. Lear to a Joint Meeting of California-Nevada Engineers, June 1970. Side B of this reel contains the Bell Telephone radio special "It Can't Be Done," describing engineering feats throughout American history. As the program does not mention Lear or his companies, it has not been transcribed or made available online.

Handwritten label on reel: "'It Couldn't Be Done' (Bell Telephone Special)."

Handwritten label on reel: "W.P.L. speech at Tahoe engineering conference."

Typed note on box: "June 12, 1970. Dear Mr. Moore: Here is the tape of Mr. Lear's speech at the Joint meeting of California-Nevada Engineers at Tahoe on June 6th for your use. J. T. Anderson."

Inscription on CD sleeve made from duplicate reel: "WPL speech at Sahara Tahoe, June 5th, 1970. Society of Professional Engineers Meeting."

This audio recording contains a speech given by William P. Lear to a Joint Meeting of California-Nevada Engineers in Sahara Tahoe, Nevada, June 1970. Lear discusses automobile pollution and his efforts to develop a viable, steam-powered automobile engine that can meet modern environmental regulations and vehicle emission standards. Topics discussed include the research and engineering process, the differences between steam and combustion engines, the challenges faced in developing a steam-powered car, and the future possibilities of steam technology.