Boston Auto Show Begins with Record Attendance and Sales
The 4th annual Boston automobile show opens at 10 this morning in Mechanics' building after a record first day. Officials and salesmen forecast 1916 will set attendance and sales records with over 200 000 visitors expected through Saturday night. Tickets, halls, and exhibits including the gold chassis and navy preparedness display attract crowds at Paul Revere Hall. Governor McCall to visit tomorrow as daily hours run 10 am to 10:30 pm.
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Studebaker Series 17 Cars Shown At Automobiles Exhibit
Studebaker debuts refinements in the Series 17 at the Automobile Show. A complete six and four cylinder line is on view. The models preserve Studebaker quality and introduce 11 refinements including a divided front seat that is individually styled and adjustable fore and aft.
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Gold Medal Haarlem Oil advertised as kidney cleanse
An advertisement claims Gold Medal Haarlem Oil capsules purify blood and cleanse kidneys and liver. It promises quick relief from back pain and urinary symptoms, asserts prevention of kidney diseases, and offers a money back guarantee through the druggist.
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Pedal and seat adjustments aid drivers of varying sizes
The brake and clutch pedals have been lengthened to give greater leverage and easier control. Front seat adjustments, along with the pedal changes, suit drivers of different sizes and are especially valued by women drivers.
Dort Cars in Trainload Shipments Mark Quick Rise
Dort Motor Car Company of Flint Michigan reports rapid growth shipping Dort touring cars in trainload lots to single distributors. In May 1915 Mint factory produced two cars daily. Credit for the surge goes to J. D. Dort resident manager and executives John D. Mansfield and D. M. Averill.
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Mint
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Dort Company
John D. Mansfield
D. M. Averill
Maxwell Dealers Honor Haverhill Girl Eva Cunningham
Maxwell headquarters in the Hotel Westminster hosted a discussion of the efficiency run with New England and broader Atlantic States dealers. Miss Eva Cunningham of Haverhill won the first prize after scoring strong mileage on the Buffalo to home route. Her father H J Cunningham operates the Haverhill Maxwell dealership.
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Westminister
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Pennsylvania
Atlantic States
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Haverhill
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H. J. Cunningham
Kissel Kar Finishing Praised by George H. Lawrence
George H. Lawrence claims Kissel Kar High Efficiency 32 uses three to four times the finish money of any car in its price class. He proposes thorough testing and notes Kissel’s use of silver surface sheet metal paints varnishes and eight extra coats versus rivals.
Variety of Pullman Cars Show Distinct Body Styles
The Pullman Motor Car Company expands its lineup with two roadster styles including an extra wide two passenger seat and a three single seats layout on a cloverleaf plan. H. W. Hayden and A. H. Cosgrove, senior executives, are based at the Copley Plaza Hotel.
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A. H. Cosgrove
Copley Plaza Hotel
Tiffany display of Ward electric truck at show basement
D. C. Tiffany Company showcases the Ward electric truck in space 809 on the show basement, a prominent spot among commercial cars. Manager M. O. White of the Tiffany electric garage confirms they hold the Ward special electric agency and is quoted as saying he is ever anxious to promote the line.
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Ward Special Electric vs Horse for Work Cost Claim
The statement asserts that a single Ward special electric device, used against a single horse, can perform the same amount of work for less money regardless of mileage. This comparison emphasizes efficiency and cost savings in energy and labor over varying distances.
Auto shortage predicted in spring
Co. P. Rockwell, distributor for Jeffrey motor cars in New England, warned yesterday that this spring will bring the greatest shortage of automobiles in industry history. He noted that last fall had a big shortage despite only fair conditions, and now with the best business conditions, the shortage will be far greater.
Special Exhibit Of New Apperson Cars At Boylston Street
A miniature show of the newest Apperson cars is staged in enlarged sales rooms at 753 Boylston street. The special exhibit, led by R. W. Shauck and J Gordon MacMurray, complements the display at Mechanics' Building and draws hundreds of motor enthusiasts daily.
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Electric Taxis Are Success in Detroit
I Nelson Carle of the General Vehicle Company presents data on the electric vehicle’s progress. He notes steady growth over the past year with gradual adoption as a commercial passenger car and a solid foundation for expanding business.
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General Vehicle Company
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Orders Increasing for New Hudson Super Six
Reports from Hudson Motor Car Company show the new patented Super-Six will prove more popular with farmers who buy high class autos than the JT Hudson models. A Hudson official notes the factory is taxed to capacity by spontaneous demand from all parts of the country, signaling strong American prosperity.
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Hudson
Display of Motor Trucks Gathers New England Obvious Leaders
The basement Mechanics' building hosts a premier motor truck display. New England exhibitors, led by the White Company with its wide range of trucks, showcase diverse makes and body designs to fit any business. J. B Hathaway notes widespread standardization as retailers learn from early adopters.
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Mechanics
New England
Hathaway
Telephones at auto show listed under special numbers
The auto show now connects exhibitors directly to Bay Bay central office instead of a switchboard, with numbers distributed to central offices across New England. Callers can obtain any exhibitor’s number without contacting Back Bay information.
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Bay Bay
Back Bay
New England Telephone & Telegraph” Company
Plan to Hasten Exchange Opens with Informer Query
The article notes a move to speed operations by asking information operators to identify the source of exchanges. The tactic aims to reduce Back Bay congestion on the first day of the plan’s rollout.
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Back Bay
Hood Arrow Treads Promote Non-Skid Rear Tires
Boston sales man Mr. Greenwood of Hood Tire Co notes non skid tires are important this season. Hood Arrow Tread uses a low mood type claimed to prevent rear wheel skidding on wet asphalt and in ordinary traffic conditions.
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Oldsmobile Adopted by Taxi Service Company
The Oldsmobile Company of New England has received an order from the Taxi Service Company for 30 light four cylinder cars with taxi bodies. The fleet will enter service early in May at Boston hotels and railroad stations.
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Taxi Service Company
Boston
Allen Motor Company Showcases Five Passenger Car
The Allen Motor Company of Fostoria Ohio promotes a single chassis approach focusing on a five passenger car and a roadster. A long 112 inch wheelbase enables a boat-line design praised for efficiency. The Allen chassis is exhibited at John L Judd New England distributors space 1:7 at the show.
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Fostoria
Ohio
Allen
Allen Booth
John L. Judd
New England
Stutz Driver Gil Anderson Denies Move to Other Car
Gil Anderson, dean of the Stutz racing team and holder of speed records, says reports he will drive for another make in the 1916 season are unfounded and he remains focused on his Stutz duties at the factory.
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Stutz
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Salesman Dies From Poison Effects
Daniel E. Dickey a travelling salesman for a Rockland firm died today in Knox County General Hospital from the effects of poison. He was admitted after a reported self administered poison and death followed shortly after.
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Daniel E. Dickey
Rockland
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