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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1909

Page

9

Seattle Autoists Plan Endurance Race At Meadows

Local automobilists in Seattle aim to stage a hours endurance test for all classes of cars at the Meadows under the direction of the Ac Y P. A large arc light grid is proposed every 50 feet to guide the course. Entries are expected to surge once plans solidify, with a Friday start aimed to finish Saturday for big attendance. If profitable, a permanent prairie race course south of Tacoma may rise, rivaling Portland and San Francisco.

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Shawmut Leads Ocean to Ocean Race Westward Rally

The ocean to ocean contest grows with Shawmut in front of Ford No. 2 and Ford No. 1. Ford No. 1 arrived at Pocatello at 2 AM in the lead, then left for Weat. Ford No. 2 departed Montpelier and headed for Pocatello, while Shawmut broke down near Bancroft delaying its advance. The fleet moved through Granger, Oakley, and St Louis area checkpoints, with Itala damaged near Marshall after a rail bridge collision, and ferry bottlenecks at Glasgow and Kansas City shaping the late legs toward Kansas City.

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Rambling Trip in Mr J W W Clowman’s New Car

Mr J W W Clowman enjoys a delightful trip in his new car covering Sian br miles through Orting Betllacoom and surrounding towns. Five people joined the party and the journey proceeded smoothly with no issues or punctures. The car performed well in every respect.

Gliden tour shows promise of success and entries rise

The Gliden tour reports strong interest with more than the prior year’s entries as of June, with a 200 entry fee after July 1. Chairman Fr Hower notes the tour’s good pace, a growing field for both the Glidden and Hower trophies, and Detroit’s handsome cap as the new trophy.

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Notes From The Garage Showcasing Auto Trade And Fame

Charley Housen arrives from Portland as a skilled chauffeur amid a wave of auto interest. The Broadway Automobile Co plans new electric and Pierce Arrow models, Kinship with racing, repairs by Yonawine and Siebert, and rebuilding wrecked cars to original looks at their auto hospital near Broadway.

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Automobile news and Seattle chase feature at Beattle fair

A garbled Beattle area sketch recalls aBeattle fair trip by Mr Iverson and others in a new Cadillac and Winton six cars. Police pursued a stolen Winton, reaching Beatle 40 minutes after the thieves fled. Cadillac executives visit to review end of season stock and 1910 model anticipation as local dealers expand carriage capacity and transport vehicles for commercial use.

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Lumber King Gang Member Receives New Car Delivery

Robert Ewart, noted lumber magnate, received a new 82 hp Model pyr the Beattle automobile delivered to Gray's Harbor town this week. The vehicle is expected to serve the owner for many days during the ongoing lumber boom.

Lumber King Robert Ewart Lumber Kings Gray's Harbor Town

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