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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1918
Page
9
The South sees a surge in automobile sales driven by wartime conditions and improved roads. Northern manufacturers struggle to meet demand as southern plants expand, with Georgia and Virginia firms starting production and Kentucky follow suit. A census notes 842,795 motor vehicles in the region.
The article notes large scale highway funding across the South, citing state aid roads in Maryland Virginia Alabama Georgia and Louisiana. It states over 85000 miles of surfaced roads in ten years, macros of which use hard materials and sand-clay surfacing. It argues roads boost farm product transport, reduce costs, and spur rural social and economic growth as automobiles transform the region’s manufacturing and commerce.
Studebaker arranged a cross country demonstration to ease freight pressure on railroads. A show truck, covered for protection, traveled nearly 200 miles to Baltimore from New York, surviving snow and difficult conditions without incident. The effort highlighted trucks’ growing role in freight movement during the transport crisis.
The article argues that rising demand for motor trailers stems from a push for efficiency and lower costs in the commercial sector. It discusses fears of reduced truck sales, compares machinery adoption to past industrial change, and notes that higher truck capacity and lower operating costs drive trailer adoption despite concerns that trailers may exceed actual cargo needs.
A horse owner employed a Maxwell truck to transport horses and gear, detailing trips from Kingston to Uspridge Maine and on to Burre Greenfield and Danbury. The account notes trips covering 276 miles round trip with crews and equipment, highlighting delays overcome and speeds achieved, reflecting early motorized animal transport efforts.
Chicago opens the 1914 Motor show in the Coliseum and allied buildings with over 400 exhibitors. The event showcases the latest models and auto accessories amid high interest and anticipated strong sales, despite a potential dip in daily attendance and weather-related restrictions.
An article discusses the high demand for automobiles during wartime and the role of car production in supporting national needs. It argues manufacturers should redirect output to assist war efforts, noting that auto plants may operate around the clock to supply cars for troops and essential mobility.
The Maxwell family undertook a cross continental trip in a new Maxwell auto, traveling from Missouri toward California. The journey included New Mexico rough roads with rocks and a punctured tire, but demonstrated the vehicle’s resilience and the value of a spare wheel. They reported two trucks nearby making repairs and noted the car’s demountable wheels saved time.
A long report on Army education at Camp Travis and related camps notes directors and professors from the University of Texas and other institutions establishing language and practical training for soldiers. It details English and French instruction, camp lectures, and the expansion of educational programs, including secretarial training and evening courses, to boost efficiency and morale.
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