On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., Chautauqua-Wawasee and the Syracuse – Wawasee Historical Museum will co-sponsor a special screening of “Blind Logic: The Ralph R. Teetor Story,” at the historic Pickwick Theatre in uptown Syracuse. Donations from the event will benefit the museum. The Teetor family’s history at Lake Wawasee dates to 1914, where Ralph built his first speedboat. His parents purchased property still enjoyed by Teetor’s great-grandchildren today. The documentary chronicles the inspirational life of Ralph R. Teetor, a blind American visionary and automotive pioneer who overcame unthinkable odds to leave a lasting impact on the automotive industry. His inventions, including an automatic gearshift and Cruise Control, are now commonplace. Written, directed, and produced by Jack Teetor, this documentary is based on the book “One Man’s Vision – The Life of Automotive Pioneer Ralph R. Teetor,” by his daughter, the late Marjorie Teetor Meyer.
“Blind Logic: The Ralph R. Teetor Story”
