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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1914
Page
9
The 12th annual Boston Auto Show opened with a record crowds and an ambitious $40,000 decoration. Exhibitors completed displays, added new machines, and prepared for a week of buyer insight as managers praise the event and predict continued strong interest from Boston in the automobile industry.
Ed Habich of Cole Motor Company Boston reports a healthful Jamaica vacation with praised government roads and scenic drives. He recounts meeting a customer at Kingston and a seven mile climb followed by a six mile descent through Fern Gully to St Anne's Bay, noting an automobile is essential to truly see Jamaica.
A puzzled man questions the Studebaker stand at the auto show, asking why both four and six cylinder models exist. Joe Donovon explains the choice hinges on 525 dollars extra power luxury and carrying capacity, with the four ideal for five passengers and smooth work, while a larger buyer may prefer the big-car six.
The Economycar exhibit by the International Cyclecar Company, with W F Magill as Boston representative, attracts thousands at the show. Magill says the car is the first cyclecar designed built and road tested in the United States, after debut at Indianapolis speedway last May. The original car has traveled over 5000 miles with little wear and tires good for another 5000. Partners include Alfred K Parke formerly vice president of Studebaker and Charles A Trask, former Cartercar chief engineer.
The Auto Show showcases E Z Rim Company demonstrations of detaching and attaching tires. The local firm presents a quick detachable rim method praised for simplicity and strength.
The Chalmers Motor Company hosts its annual dinner at the Hotel Lenox for more than 200 dealers and salesmen. The event celebrates the season’s record growth with sales up over 30 percent in the first eight months of 1914 versus 1913, highlighted by the Master Six models in New England.
Edward F. Burke, candidate for Congress in the twelfth district, was entertained by Division 70, A. O. H., at Pilgrim Hall South Boston. He spoke on the development of South Boston from the standpoint of a salesman and also addressed the Redmond Associates in South Boston.
Mrs Sarah M Blackman dies at home of her son in law George E Dana on Washington street in Canton an older resident of the town passes away at age.
Frederick Townsend Martin of New York died at the Berkeley Hotel in London. He was the brother of the late Bradley Martin and uncle of the Countess of Craven, formerly Miss Cornelia Martin. Cause of death was angina pectoris, from which he had suffered for years, with a previous attack in November described as influenza.
The article recalls the death of Mr. Martin in a peaceful, sudden morning, after a day of antiques shopping and social engagements with notable figures. It highlights his lifelong commitment to public uplift, especially aiding the Bowery Mission, giving suppers, lecturing on social realities, and his literary work from 1911 onward, including The Passing of the Idle Rich and Reminiscences of My Life.
Due to large crowds at automobile shows the Whitten-Gilmore Company reserves space 134-B on the main floor for the Saxon display. The Saxon, a small four cylinder car with a two passenger body, uses an LL head engine, special drop forged crankshaft, and a high efficiency carburetor offering about 25 miles per gallon of gasoline.
In Natick, Marlboro and surrounding towns, Catholic leaders framed labor solidarity at a St Patrick’s Church mass meeting hosted by the Suffolk County Branch of the American Federation of Catholic Societies. Speakers urged moral public life, warned against nationwide unrest, and celebrated federation’s aims including Daniel O’Connell’s federation legacy.
The Willys-Overland Company in Toledo operates a major chemical laboratory that tests every incoming shipment of raw metals and other materials. Expert chemists use a range of precision instruments, including a viscosimeter and ultra accurate scales, to ensure each batch meets exact specifications before acceptance or rejection.
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