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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1929
Page
8
Studebaker bus sales rise amid report from H Wendries, manager, noting strong activity following the introduction of the first chassis. The company''s sales gain reflects growing demand in the bus sector.
A fragmented note indicates operations by the Oklahoma Transportation Company in Oklahoma City and a public operating link between Columbus Ohio Zanesville Ohio and nearby areas. It mentions seven straight purchases and the move to deploy a new service on its most difficult routes.
The Yosemite Transportation Company in Yosemite National Park placed an order for six Studebaker buses to serve state routes where power is key. Eastern Massachusetts Railway ordered eleven. other lines include Oklahoma City Coach Line, Western Transportation Company, and Consolidated Coach Corporation. Buses are powered by a 115 hp sixteen- cylinder engine, offering smooth operation and low operating costs.
Willy S Overland reports record April sales with strong Whippet Six and Willys Knight models. Whippet Six up 30 percent from March, Willys Knight up 11 percent. Overall April profits expected to rise 60 percent year over year with May orders signaling continued high volume and full production capacity.
Hudson Essex export shipments reach a new high in early 1929 matching domestic activity. The Hudson motor company reports over 70 000 cars for export and domestic markets with the Canadian division contributing to the gain. The Beith subsidiary in Lon fe now builds 1000 cars monthly, boosting overall output and international presence.
Local news item notes Mrs Mark West traveling to Awler Iowa to visit relatives for a few days. Mr and Mrs D P O He Wilson and Ray Raminex to travel to Sey our Iowa for a visit with relatives Sunday. Noble Witton heads to Kansas City for work. Kristine Minwart to Brighton Home. Bain King to Warren morning for week with relatives. Father Hay to Burlington to visit his mother. Miss Dorothy Tetthor went to Catine to visit sorrow with parents.
Students gathered in the auditorium for the annual class day exercises as the Wish Soho band directed by Milburn McKay played. Esther McCreedy led the Orange and Black performance, with Dorothy Aiasson assisting. Awards were presented by Mr. Rice and Miss Patton, with senior letter awards and activity recognitions for cheerleaders and athletic members. A forensic team member received a letter, and typing awards were noted for speed and accuracy across companies.
The article lists students with typing speeds and pins, names earning silver and bronze pins, and a long honor roll. It notes top finishers, class leaders, and staff readers, concluding with the editor's continued note on the next page.
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