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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1912
Page
14
The Locomobile Company unveils a five ton truck with a 45 horsepower engine, five bearing crankshaft, bronze top half transmission, cast steel wheels, and a 140 inch wheel base. Designed for heavy duty service, it features a self contained oiling system, dry disc clutch, and novel three point support to reduce frame stresses.
After 15 months of service with a five ton Sampson truck, Mosler Safe Company of New York orders a second Sampson. The firm insists on no changes to the truck as both vehicles use windlasses powered by the motor to lift heavy safes quickly.
Walter C C White notes strong demand for White motor trucks as buyers seek immediate delivery and customized bodies. He explains buyers now favor systematic evaluation of engineering quality, company stability, and vertical manufacturing, with fleets expanding from light wagons to five ton trucks across over 150 industries.
The Pierce-Arrow Motor Car Company of Buffalo announces adoption of worm drive for its five ton trucks. Boston representative J W Maguire notes the move shows American industry embracing foreign engineering practice. Reports from owners indicate no issues and suggest lubrication every 5000 miles suffices.
The Eckhard five ton truck features a six cylinder Eckhard motor with double clutch interlocking transmission and a sub frame mounting for engine flexibility. Heavy Timken axles and 40 inch wheels with Firestone tires highlight its strong simple design. The company promises local service and expects Beckhard trucks to appear on Boston streets this year.
The article argues motorized fire wagons are essential for modern fire protection reducing property loss through speed. It highlights Pope Hartford chemical and hose wagons used in Brockton and praises faster response, broader coverage, and ongoing shift from horse drawn equipment to motorized units.
General Motors establishes a city salesroom at 743 Boylston Street with R. F. Ketchum as manager. The Boston branch displays a complete line of G M C gasoline trucks and G M C electric commercial vehicles, positioning the company to meet demand for any commercial vehicle.
Among 18 Detroit motor truck builders the Alden Sampson Manufacturing Company was chosen to outfit a major sugar house. W H Edgar & Son bought their first four ton truck in August 1910, then a second in June, followed by a third three months later. Superintendent J T Spencer notes these three trucks replace six horse drawn vehicles.
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