Goodrich tires set standard for fleet efficiency
Industry advertising notes gradual shift to standardized accessories for fleets. E. C. Tibnitts of B F Goodrich touts wireless truck tires as cost efficient per mile, citing Armour, Cudahy, Consumers, and other firms adopting them after tests. The piece frames cost per mile and ride quality as deciding factors in replacing horse-drawn transport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Co. Tibnitts
B. F. Goodrigh Company
Goodrich
Armour & Co
Cudahy Packing Company
Consumers’ Company
Chicago
Goodrich Wireless
BR. F. Gondrich Company
United States
English motorists urged to clear view of railroad crossings
G W Bennett of Willys Overland urges American roads imitate British clearing practices to improve sight lines at crossings and curves. He notes hedges and obstructions reduce visibility and cites examples of safe clearance with painted fences. He sees many US roads and city crossings needing similar improvements to prevent accidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Bennett
Willys- Overland Company
Toledo
Ohio
Mr. Bennett
Automobile clubs push preventative measures to cut accidents
Automobiles clubs argue that implementing preventative measures will reduce the number of automobile accidents once work begins. The statement emphasizes the expected decline in crashes as safety steps are adopted.
Oakland Cars Showcase 27 Step Body Finish Process
Article details Oakland automobiles with a focus on body finishing. It explains a 27 section tag used in manufacturing, recording each operation from sanding and putty to color coats varnish rubs and final assembly. The process emphasizes meticulous attention to detail and quality control of bodies before upholstery and fittings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakland
Michigan
Non Skid Tires Grow in Favor Amid Federal Cuts
The article notes rapid growth in non skid tires as car owners seek safer durable tires. It highlights the Federal Rugged Tread with heavy studs and thick tread and reports a substantial price reduction by Federal Rubber Manufacturing of Milwaukee. Federal tires are available through Elgen Austell at 35 North Pryor Street in Atlanta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Rubber Manufacturing Company
Milwaukee
Atlanta
Elgen-Austell Company
North Pryor Street
Judge Speer Opposes Georgia District Split
Judge Emory Speer of the southern district of Georgia opposes dividing the district. He and Macon clerk Cook Clayton have sent to congress grand jury resolutions from Savannah bar urging against a new district and a third judge. The filings praise Judge Speer and criticize the proposed division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Corrigan, Jr
Washington
Emory Speer
Georgia
Cook Clayton
Macon
Congress
Speer
Bar of
Savannah
Grand juries oppose division of district in 1914
Eastern division grand jury at Savannah on February 21 1914 deplored moves to divide the district and said there is no need for division. Valdosta December 12 1913 grand jury warned against removing Judge Speer from southwestern territory. Albany January grand jury found no reason to change conditions. Mecon January western division and Augusta April northeastern division grand juries offered no stance on division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rye Ng Nay
Grand Jury
Savannah
Valdosta
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Firestone
ELS
Firestone Tire & Rubbery
Esetory Aaron
Prince Billy
FAFOR
Ajax-Grieb Rubber Co
ADA
Ajax
Auburn Ave
Ford
Detroit
Ford Times
Dept. F. Detroit
Ford Motor Company
Peachtree St
THOR
H. P
Alabama
Motorcycle Department
Georgia Automobile
Columbus
Ivy
Michigan- Georgia Motor Car CO
Atlanta, Ga
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