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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1913
Page
7
A four day 288 mile country road contest produced uneven results as drivers faced severe travel conditions. Officials noted the event achieved new benchmarks despite limited city testing and a smaller field than expected.
The Washington Post motor truck reliability contest, held in early May, tested 21 trucks over mixed roads including water breaks. All returned in good order after about 25 miles, with only two trucks delayed. the Vulcan and a four wheel drive ambulance faced penalties for mechanical issues and lateness. The event marked a milestone for the automobile industry as trucks demonstrated endurance beyond prior experiments.
The event saw six trucks finish with perfect scores though fuel consumption and maintenance affected final standings. Cars from Mais McIntyre White ambulance International and others faced penalties for minor faults while petrol and oil use dominated cost per mile calculations. Passenger cars Marmon Mitchell White Ohio and Buick also performed well under government observation with officials detailing the arduous course and strong roadability.
Joel Grayson from the House document room proposes two yearling Virginia bulls with dispositions to remain calm around red parasols socks and ties to adorn the Capitol grounds western elopes. He seeks ElNett Woods the Capitol superintendent to accept them saying they would make the grounds look homelike to some Far West congressmen.
Plans supported by leading motorists in Washington envision a ritual touring bureau to gather and share reliable touring information for members. A nominal membership fee will cover clerical and postage costs, with expert road finders initiall y sent out to collect updates on touring conditions. The bureau aims to be a mutual benefit for National Capital motorists, not a profit venture, with a detailed announcement expected soon.
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