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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1915
Page
9
A historical note outlines a new speedway project to revive racing with a banked oval and seating for up to 950,000 spectators. Engineers and officials discuss track safety, materials, and the potential for an annual water race at the site, aiming to attract major drivers and spectators.
Toback president of the A Elliott Ranney Company has contracted with the King Motor Car Company of Detroit to distribute the King eight and occupy Broadway and Fifty second Street. He retains his sales group with C G Taylor as sales manager and aims to provide the same high level of service to King owners. The King eight, noted for its eight cylinder design, shows strong growth and foreign demand, with an 800 percent rise in the spring financial statement.
Consolidation of Baker Motor Vehicle Company and Ranch Lang Carriage Company completes forming the Baker R. & L. Company. The new firm, capitalized at 2.5 million dollars, will offer enhanced service facilities and combine top electric vehicle engineers. Charles Wieber, president of Rauch Lang, becomes president with Fred K. White of a Vehicle Company as first VP.
Olds reports a 1016 line release and a $190 cut for its 4 cylinder model. The company claims record shipments and faster delivery than any prior period, noting past growth from earlier, lower priced machines and a largely untapped field. Walter Zin curved dash runabout from fifteen years ago is referenced as context.
Northern New Yorks Adirondacks attract many visitors with lakes and growing road networks. Routes from Albany, Schenectady, and Troy feed Lake George while connections from Utica and the St. Lawrence region open two main approaches. The heart of the area centers on Lake Placid Saranac Paul Smiths district with many hotel and garage facilities for touring motorists.
The Tribune reports the Empire Tours booklet, initially set for June 16 release, has been delayed and will not be ready until July. Numerous applications have already been received, with final fulfillment promised once posted.
The piece discusses Elmer Apperson resisting a 260000 offer for his ware used in a cheap light six, sparring with Wall Street price pressures. It recounts Maxwell Racing News editor threats, Wild Bill claims, and C H Page’s dramatic Mitchell factory incident involving gun threat, theft of sixteen Mitchell cars, and police‑shielded delivery to New York, signaling rising dealer factory conflict.
C L Halladay resigns as chief engineer at Lewis Spring and Axle in Jackson Michigan. W A Dayton leaves Cronador Motor Car to lead New Era Engineering in Joliet Illinois. Dodge Brothers crisis sparks dealer protests in Detroit with tempers flaring over car shortages, while Chrysler era firms and distributors shift roles. The piece notes policy changes, legal updates on liens, and industry figures facing supply and market pressures.
Postponed 600m Darby at Chic ago Speedway draws crowds as pilots predict a 100 mph average for 600 miles. Earl Cooper in a small 300 cubic inch engine posts 109.9 mph lap and hints at 140 mph. The unique plank surface track attracts eager spectators while discussing the National Twelve engine's advance and endurance prospects for long desert runs.
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