If you have the original 1952 wiring, there is no wiring between the ignition switch and the starter. The starter has power going to it at all times. The "foot-starter" activates the starter. The ignition switch send power to the coil.
This is hard to read but shows the wiring:
http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1942_47/4247csm1232.htm(I'll post a clearer wiring diagram, if you are interested).
