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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1950
Page
6
The 41951 Packard debuts at Bragg Callaway Agency with major styling and power upgrades. The model aims to lift production by 30 to 35 percent, offers lower stance and more headroom, and introduces hard top convertibles in higher lines. The Thunderbolt engine delivers 358 horsepower, with redesigned interiors and windshields for improved visibility.
General Motors says it will not raise prices despite absorbing a September wage increase. President C. E. Wilson announced no price changes are contemplated as the company evaluates operations amid higher labor costs and rising material prices. The move follows GM workers obtaining a 2 percent raise under the cost-of-living escalator. A June payout gave workers a third annual boost in base pay.
Detroit reports show about 26,000 additional auto workers received raises as Packard Motor Car Company signed a new contract with CIO United Auto Workers ending a 13 day strike. Packard offered a $125 monthly pension for production workers and a two percent raise for production staff, while Briggs Manufacturing announced a five cent hourly raise. Chrysler led with 10 to 15 cent boosts for 190,000 workers, signaling broader industry action.
A quart of water poured into the gas tank can enable postwar Chrysler cars to run a few more miles if fuel level drops. The Offite fuel tank filter, a bronze sintered disc mounted near the bottom, traps dirt and prevents damage. Draining the water after refueling is advised to avoid fuel system harm.
A compact directory lists Baytown auto dealers with brands including LINCOLN MERCURY PACKARD CHEVROLET NASH OLDSMOBILE and FORD. It provides street addresses in Baytown area such as Market Bragg Calaway 2200 and North Main 115 as well as phone numbers like 8207 and 6066. The snippet reflects a local car trade ad with multiple dealers and dial codes.
President Syngman Rhee of South Korea thanked 82 wounded American Marines today for shedding blood for his country. The Marines lined up on a South Korean potato patch to receive Purple Hearts as Rhee spoke. Brigadier General Edward A. Craig presented the medals in Korea’s largest Purple Heart ceremony, praising the veterans’ records in Marine history.
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