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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1914
Page
5
Detroit reports show Ford Motor Company extends protections under a new wage plan. Foremen cannot dismiss workers arbitrarily, as employees are tested in various shops to determine fit for other departments if needed. Investigators from within the plant conduct personal assessments to ensure funds benefit reasonable purposes.
J H Simms of National Motor Vehicle returns home praising public and trade reception of the new National Six. South shows vigorous buying, with many customers upgrading from lower priced cars to the 2375 model, featuring a cantilever rear spring and improved chassis life. Pegram Mintoc Car Co at 242 Peachtree St reports strong interest and brisk business in the North and South.
The Automobile Club of Georgia invites all automobile and power vehicle owners to a meeting in the M and M clubrooms in Can- Gler battling on Tuesday April 7. The group aims to promote mutual benefits, curb auto theft, advocate laws, distribute road maps, and foster road safety with a permanent club home. Members statewide are urged to attend or send applications if unable to attend.
A Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company facility in Akron reports a five day pneumatic tire casing output of 44 417 tires, with daily runs peaking at 8 637 tires. Management predicts production could reach 10 000 tires per day soon, underscoring rapid growth in Goodyear sales.
G A Sohl, a renowned southern tire man, resigns as southern manager of Republic Tire and becomes general manager of the McGraw Tire and Rudger company. He will lead a team including Lucas Baird, long associated with Goodyear, as they distribute Congress Pullman and Imperial tires in the south with aims for supremacy in Atlanta and the region.
The Constitution reports rising interest in its badge contest at state high schools. Thomasville and Sandersville programs list eligible boys for sterling silver and bronze badges, with meeting requirements like 100 yards in 14 seconds or 220 yards in 28 seconds, chinups, and running jumps.
Baseball stars including Joe Tinker Hans Wagner and Branch Rickey have embraced Case cars. The Chicago Cubs greats Tinker and Wagner own Case vehicles as do Frank Chance Hendrix and eighteen other famous players. Case service networks accompany players nationwide with headquarters in many major league cities.
D A Carson the well known automobile salesman is promoted to southern district manager of the Mitchell Lewis company. He has traveled widely in the south representing various businesses and has served Mitchell for five years, advancing through diligence and smart effort. His friends wish him success in the new role.
Mitchell Lewis promotes a “personal touch” policy offering dealers worldwide access to demonstrators for prospective buyers. General sales manager O C Friend says critics can test drive to prove the car’s merits, a plan praised by many dealers for driving sales and genuine experience. A Chicago manager recalls a well known eastern oil rep praising his Mitchell after a two day run, citing economy and efficiency in frequent starts and stops.
The two pictured men, Mr. Goodloe and GW Volz known as Germ, headline Atlanta's auto row. Goodloe, southern district manager, is a Virginian by birth and has helped raise demand for United States tires in the south. Volz, city salesman, is famed for his energetic “Johnny on the Job” approach, boosting sales and customer reach. Together they promise continued success for the company in this region.
Montgomery Republicans discuss Scott E. Chestnutt who serves as an umpire in the Southern league and seeks the lieutenant governor's nomination. He argues his umpire duties can coexist with political leadership, with primary slated Monday and two opponents running. The piece notes the novelty of an umpire becoming lieutenant governor and the potential impact on Alabama politics.
W O Rutherford is named assistant general sales manager, a promotion welcomed by the auto trade. He previously directed the Denver branch and Buffalo region, with Akron as headquarters in recent years. He credits a strong sales force and Goodrich's safety tread for continued growth and service.
Joan Aiken of Atlanta, a hustling Harley-Davidson dealer, has sold more motorcycles of this line up to April than were sold in the entire 191% season in the territory. He has promoted endurance contests drawing praise from The Constitution. The final two day run after April 26 and 27 covers about 300 miles with around fifty entrants seeking a gold medal for the best three events.
Oakland officials report that owning an Oakland car costs less than a dime per mile for a normal year. ML C Jansen Jr of Nashville sent a letter detailing his yearly expense after driving about 13 000 miles, itemizing gasoline maintenance repairs and extras.
New York April 4—The United States National Lawn Tennis Association announced date changes for several open and state tournaments. The Texas Lawn Tennis Association Arkansas Texarkana and Pinehurst event dates were adjusted, including the Texas state championship moving from January 17 to 20. Virginia Hot Springs hosts an open tournament on October 12 and Pinehurst hosts an annual open event January 23 1915.
President W M Kavanaugh of the Southern Association announces the umpire lineups for the opening series with Pfenninger and Chestnut at Chattanooga Rudderham and Kellum at Atlanta O Toole and Breitenstein at Birmingham and Kerra and Fideld at Montgomery.
Strenuously tested Velie machines endure mud splattered journeys on an oval course through Illinois country roads. Drivers sit on iron seats as chassis carry heavy blocks, mud coating both vehicle and crew, proving the car's resilience before sales endorsement.
New York report quotes David L. Fultz head of the Baseball Players Fraternity defending the reserve clause. He argues the clause may be unenforceable yet cites legal precedents and notes defects such as indefiniteness and lack of salary terms. He claims recent contracts lack renewal limits and may be tested in court.
Cobb, famed as a pitcher, reveals his true interest is collecting and studying Oriental rugs. He spends months at his hobby, speaking knowledgeably on Kirman and Tabriz, noting rugs as an expensive yet profitable passion beyond his baseball career.
A new company named Ozburn Auto Supply opens at 69 Peachtree Street in Atlanta as Bosch magneto distributors for the southern states with J. V. Toomer as manager and Ozburn as president. The firm features a fully equipped Bosch laboratory and expert ignition service, promising prompt handling of ignition troubles for Bosch users in the region.
Michigan defeats Kentucky State University 7 to 1 in Lexington as Sigler Verguson Quaint ance and Matson Parks contribute to the easy victory. Vanderbilt edges Tennessee 9 8 in Knoxville with late offense, while other regional games hinge on strong pitching and key hits. Local high school and college results from Georgia to Virginia move the spring season forward with Citadel, Clemson, and Richmond Academy posting wins and notable performances.
Valdosta high school clouts Thomasville 12 to 1 on April 4 as Whitaker limits the locals to two hits. Score by innings shows Valdosta pulling away early. Batteries: Scoul Clark Grant ham Whitaker Watson. Also Zebradaze Loomis Race lead Orio club loss to Thesebradore Athlete club in a slow game.
The speaker muses on the aging value of diamonds and the origin of their study. They joke that baseball is their business and not a hobby, then embrace the term rug bug to describe themselves. The fragmentary remarks reflect a playful, period voice in a casual talk.
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