Oldfield Rage May Draw Big Auto Day at San Antonio Fair
The San Antonio Automobile Club pursues an Oldfield appearance this fall at the fair for Auto Day. Oldfield could lower the mile mark at the local track and bring two Pearless racers, drawing fans from across the state. The club backs a reasonable deal, with a strong committee empowered to finalize terms.
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Doctor to Tour by Runabout Across Texas and East
Dr. W. C. Farmer, a medical figure of the Stu Autopre tent colony, plans a month long tour in a runabout starting Tuesday. He travels through Galveston and Houston to Waco, Dub Means Fortyth, then Paris, Tex, with hotels for lodging and no fixed itinerary due to weather. He aims to attend a medical congress in Washington in September and return to San Antonio by November.
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Party Having Exciting Trip From San Antonio
A letter from D. W. McElroy of San Antonio describes an overland trip begun July 6 in a Randler to Merrick, Oklahoma, journaling rough roads, fishing attempts, broken wheels, and river crossings. The party reports camping on July 9 near the San Gabriel river, catching black bass, and planning to leave for Waco on July 10.
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Local auto race event slated to draw crowds and worries
The upcoming August trials on the fair ground track promise a major event with 800 dollars in first prize. Dealers anticipate heavy tire and engine wear, costly repairs, and relay-powered driving to endure a 2 hour, 60 mile race. The Chicago and New York clubs clash over policy while organizers plan night lighting and strict crowd control for what could be the region’s biggest car race.
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Automobile News Notes on Early Motor Tours and Models
A wide survey of early motor travel and industry details. Reports on cross-country runs from San Antonio to Austin and back, notable drivers like J. Post, Maxwell Runabout plans, and the Wetmore car. Notes on taxi cars planned for Boston, taxicab interests, and a letter of intent from Chicago Motor Club. Mentions of endurance trials in England, postal vehicle concepts, and Arizona mail contracts.
Distribution by ranches unreachable by railroad boosts post office gains
Fragments indicate a shift in logistics where distributing to distant ranches not served by rail gave the post office a competitive edge. The text mentions Tomptiy and a terminated or altered contract with a railroad contractor, implying a reorganization of handling previously managed by the railroad.
San Antonio Street Name Preservation Ordinance Enacted
An ordinance prohibits removing disfiguring or damaging street name plates signs and related fixtures within the city. Violators face fines from five to two hundred dollars upon conviction. Passed and approved July 13, 1908. Mayor Bryan Callaghan. City Clerk Pred Fries.
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Iron Bridge Alterations Bid Notice in San Antonio
Advertisement for bids to alter the Iron Bridge over the San Antonio River on Houston Street with a two foot height increase. Bids due July 26 1908 at the city clerk’s office, $250 cash deposit required, plans available from the city engineer Aryan Callaghan. Public notice issued by Mayor Pred Fries and City Clerk Guy Eat.
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