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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1931

Page

15

Willys Win Pike's Peak Race In Succession

Willys six models clinched first and second at Pike's Peak, marking back-to-back victory for a stock car for the first time. J. Ay Murray of Murray Mo Soles reports Willys Overland roadsters shipping to showrooms as the triumph adds to the trophy legacy, underscoring strong Southwest Texas performance.

Agnaix Aurols Willys Stern J.ay Murray Murray Mo~ Soles Wtlght Distributors Diaway Broadway Ninth Street Blurrovenki W. F. Shepard J. Ys Bowser Algo Willsy Nix Tadel Mr.urray Senta Willys Aly

Milam Chevrolet Welcomes Noted Auto Executive

Ward H Miller, a prominent figure in San Antonio automotive circles since 1919, joins Milam Chevrolet as North Flaree ag sales manager. Known as one of the city’s best automobile men, Miller brings decades of dealer experience and executive exposure to the downtown dealership.

Ward H Miller Milam Co Ward OW Incul Automotive Milam Cheveolet’ Company Mt Martin L Marcus A. Clark Afr Millpe San Antonio Reuss

Orsinger Motor Co Promotes High Grade Personnel

An article notes Orsinger Motor Co aims to maintain an exceptionally high grade staff across departments while promoting Hudson Essex autos in Los Angeles. The photo features Taen team members M. F. Rogers E. C. Helms B. T. Voight W. J. Roberts and kneeling H Lerner C A Martinez-Zorrilla and H O Paxaon.

Orsinger Motor Co Hudson-Essex

Milam Chevrolet hires two veteran salesmen this Saturday

The department announced the arrival of Tanther A. William and A. J. Huffington to Milam Chevrolet. William has local automotive ties dating back to 1016 and Huffington since 1024. Both come from Jarges local to join the dealership’s sales staff.

Clark Tanther A. Williama A. J. Huffington Bothhen Milam Chevrolet Jarges Yeore

Bananas Sell for 25 Cents a Load

Bananas were selling for 25 cents per wagon load at the Baltimore piers the other day. A vessel that arrived from Central America reportedly discharged 2000 bushes before heading back to sea.

Baltimort Trananen Baltimore Central America Aéa

Old Cash Register Marks 58 Years of Service in Town

In Marysville Indiana on September 10 a historic cash register celebrated 58 years in service. The device has rung up sales for a clothing company for over five decades and is believed to be among the oldest of its kind still in daily use.

Marysville Enn Nay

Fast Time in Hupp 6 Coupe From San Antonio to Chicago

F. Arthur Olsen of the George Richi Incurante sommans reports a trouble-free trip in a Hupmobile six coupe from San Antonio to Chicago. He claims he could have done it in two days and notes only a broken front spring found after a check at Antenna Motor Co. Roads included 0 miles of rough east Texas pavement best handled in first and second gear. The Olsen party crossed back over 3,000 miles with one flat tire as the sole major hiccup on the journey.

San Antonio Chicago F. Arthur Olsen George Richi Incurante Ami Olson Sen Tao Noel Hupp Antena Motor Company Leavlix Ang ‘Olsen Speligs Ark Af San Antonio Motor Olsen

Shelton Joins Buick Firm in San Antonio Move

Clay Shelton of El Paso has joined the Buick company in San Antonio, accepting a posting at Broadway and Fifth Street. The veteran salesman brings 102 years of Buick experience and notes the brand’s rising status in the motor world.

Clay Shelton el P Bon Antonio Buick Company Broadway Fifth Street B. C. Spices Buick Shelton Beenves San Antonis

San Antonio Feature In Magazine Attracts Nationwide Attention

Arnot San Antonio and Meackenridge park gain national publicity from a Chrysler Motor Company sponsored issue read by thousands of motor enthusiasts. The magazine highlights a Japanese garden with a person seated on a rock bridge and notes the site’s former stone quarry heritage.

Arnot Sgtone Cuuery San Antonio Mmbleton Motor Company Cheysler Distributorship

Legionnaires Day at Hupp Factory in Detroit September 23

Thousands of Legionnaires from across the nation are to be entertained at the Hupp Motor Car plant in Detroit on September 23. The event marks the third day of the national convention with departments running at top speed and guides leading tours through the factory. A regular bus service will run between downtown hotels and the plant.

Detroit Legionany Dale Dietrich San Antonio Motor Company Wupmobile Hupmobile Cortis Gailes Tagiounaires

Morgan Woodward Hold Sales Contest

Morgan Woodward leads a sales contest at Atorgat Woolsonril Auto with two teams captained by Walter Garvin and Edward Troffman. The losing team faces a playful punishment of riding a burro around the lot while the winners celebrate with mounted display.

Morgan Woodward Tbe Atorgat-Woolsnril Auto Company Wi. P. Williams Snio Ention Walter Garvin Ae Edward Troffman Sala Tnal Cata Walter Gurevin J. V. Gonzales John Murio A. TK Sheldon W. A. Zeltrer HT. Diltefiehl J. G. Woodward Compassana Fulveard Tortman J. A Caleman Ew Linderman Fred Stucke John Gaston Ebb Williams

Plymouth Posts Record Sales In West Michigan Market

St V Fembleton head of Wie Batbleton A Motor Company says Plymouth led West Michigan sales by August, placing ahead of two Detroit rivals. He notes Plymouth near matching the combined sales of its competitors in the Detroit area and calls this a significant shift in buying behavior.

Insalea Westm County Michigan Wetroit Chrysler St. V. Fembleton Batbleton Plymouth Prymouth Detroit Tava Touteton Buyinz Ninlocing

San Antonio Buick Co Expands Comprehensive Auto Service

The San Antonio Buick Co announces an expanded service complex with extensive repair shops and a new rear entrance for easy motorist access. A free inspection using the Stromberg motoscope guides recommended work, under Colonel C. S. Sanders and J. J. Rosm supervision.

Van Dell Appointed Used Car Manager at Packaed Firm

G. Van Dell, a well known figure in used cars, is appointed used car manager at Packaed distributors located at 1123 Main are we. He returns to the Packati firm after previous ties with the concern, with praise for Plymouth cars and their growing reputation.

van Dell G. van Dell Mm. Aestmobile Circlen Fox Gene Mender Incorporate Main Are We Packaed van Dell Yas Hig Packati

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