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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1920
Page
11
The city outlines a May celebration with a parade route and planned events led by local groups. Officials emphasize community participation, safety measures, and a schedule of activities across Main Street and the riverfront.
New York defeated Washington as the Nationals sustained a 3 to 2 score. Tratt and Tain contributed hits in a tense contest. G games today reference indicates further action across the league.
Report notes two fast colored teams set to play at South Side park Monday and Tuesday. Mentions of Vermont game, Yankees and Giants, and rough weather with pitchers needing to throw hard. Highlights include a tense national baseball season shift and crowd expectations for the local matinée.
A promising baseball game set for tomorrow afternoon at Black Shore Park features Elm Grove versus the Consumers, with fast bats and a special traction company car service for local fans. The scene hints at strong lineups and a spirited contest as the Pacific Coast League season opens with many formerly major league players taking the field.
Dred inspectors staff multiple plants as work expands. Studebaker plants span 295 meters and over 6.75 million square feet of active floor space, with a $26 million investment in the plants and similar sums in raw materials and finished goods in progress.
A Maxwell truck, described as a massive 144 ton vehicle, demonstrates extraordinary weight capacity and performance. The article notes its 86x5 pneumatic tires and failure to require preliminary adjustments, with the truck traversing difficult roads across the country and drawing attention amid industry rivals.
Percy Gibbs, driver, reports Maxwell truck completed a 3000 mile tour through six midwest farming states ending in Milwaukee. The event highlighted superior gasoline and oil efficiency with strong farmer and business interest along the route.
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