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Franklin Sedan Makes 100 Mile Low Gear Run
The Franklin sedan completed 100 miles in seven hours and one minute with fifteen gallons of gas and one pint of oil. Driver Maurice J. Mulehay, Undersheriff Mike J. Mahoney as observer, passengers A. W. Anderson William Torgerson and Miss L. Ferkovich, started 7 15 a m from Torgerson Brothers 100 Main Street and returned at 2 16 p m. Route within fifteen miles of Anaconda included all roads and weather featured a thunderstorm and heavy rain with a stiff wind. The air cooled stock model ran without overheating, proving air cooling’s dependability and stamina for speed and efficiency.
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Franklin
Torgerson Brothers
Main Street
Maurice J. Mulehay
Mike J. Mahoney
A. W. Anderson
William Torgerson
L. Ferkovich
Anaconda