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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1916
Page
11
The big side-show of the Automobile Show was the dinner at the Copley Plaza Hotel attended by Overland salesmen officials and dealers from all over New England. More than 350 men filled the banquet hall at 10:30 last night.
W B Sawyer led a large Willys Overland dealers’ event in Boston hosted by Connell and McKone. L D Gibbs and H B Harper spoke on sales and service as a New England train tour and factory visit were announced for early spring.
Harry Riska of 1421 8th Street St Louis Missouri says he quit cigarettes and chewing by mixing a home remedy. He claims a recipe with water muriate of ammonia varlex compound and pepsin taken as a teaspoonful three times daily and says it can be prepared by any druggist at low cost and given secretly in coffee tea or milk.
More than 100 Oakland officials and salesmen attended a lively dinner at the Lenox Hotel. Assistant Sales Manager Thomas McDearmon spoke on Oakland sales growth and the coming spring and summer prospects. Reports from New England dealers noted rising Oakland car sales. Leslie R. Saunders and Co. R. Dunbar organized the event for the Oakland Motor Car Company of New England.
L H Gibson of Gibson Hollister Manufacturing says Jumbo Molite plugs use Molite insulation a vitrified lava with high dielectric strength to resist heat and shock. He notes tests where Molite endures cherry red heating to 1500 2000 degrees then rapid cooling with no damage.
J. M. Barry started the weekly automobile auctions in Boston and later expanded to a larger Cambridge site at 26 Green Street. He promotes economical sales and now runs a large floor space to offer cars at low prices.
In a recent interview the speaker praised Ford cars saying a good used car beats a poor new one and that Ford offers real pleasure and economy. He noted working men can travel four for less than rail fare, about 2 cents per mile per person.
George B. Kimball of Henley Kim ball Co New England distributors touts the Hudson Super Six after a 7000 mile Denver to California round trip. Drivers faced snow passes desert and high altitudes 10000 to 12000 feet, with top speed maintained. Engine returned to Detroit showing no wear or bearing looseness.
The Bermac reflector shown at Charles A. Jackson’s exhibit is a leading device for automotive headlamp control under the new glaring Headlight law. Experts call it among the best on the market, providing steady true light while complying with the law. Jackson, representing Bermac Reflector Co, reports strong sales and designer W H Berry’s pleased presence at the exhibit.
A. H. Sowers of the Jackson Company advocates preparedness for motorists. He urges drivers to stock gasoline, clean spark plugs, radiator water, tight grease cups, oil every bearing, properly inflated tires, a spare tire, full tool kit, and a well maintained battery to avoid punctures and blowouts.
A speaker extols careful drivers who follow regulations as examples of preparedness. He adds that car makers using four full elliptic springs for smooth riding also show preparedness by preventing spring breakage and boosting comfort.
Paul Smith of the Chalmers Motor Company reports nationwide enthusiasm for the new Six-30. He cites record sales after a 39 day Southern tour, with large dealer conventions in Dallas Atlanta and Memphis. The time payment plan earns praise as dealers flock to the system and orders rise, including a Memphis dealer placing 30 more cars.
Herbert Rice, Marmon salesman, touts the Marmon 34 with a three section body on white ash frame braces. Aluminum paneling and rigid windshield supports reduce rattles and improve fit and ride comfort.
The Boston Starter & Specialty Company has been formed, taking over the automobile accessory division of the Automatic Appliance Company. The move consolidates parts and tools under a focused enterprise, signaling expansion into automotive markets and related products.
F. J. Bordeaux now manages a new concern selling the Boston Mechanical Starter for Ford cars. Improved manufacturing and distribution boost sales, especially in New England where demand was previously light. The starter retains the same quality and guarantee, with a 30 day trial and return option for a full refund.
The 1916 Harley-Davidson motorcycles on display at W. J. Walker 178 Columbus Avenue impress with beauty speed economy and comfort. New models feature refined lines reduced exhaust noise cleaner rider protection mud guards and ample side cars converting bikes into comfortable three-wheel vehicles.
Cole Motor Car Company of Indianapolis will establish an educational department to instruct owners and chauffeurs on proper care. C P Henderson, general sales manager, cites interest in a lecture by J Burns and plans regular visits to Cole branches with classes for owners and chauffeurs to maximize efficiency and reduce operating costs.
A large Firestone Tire & Rubber Factory delegation visits the Automobile Show this week. Members include district manager D S Swander advertising manager BE S Babcox pneumatic sales manager H Sorrick and accessory sales manager C H Gerhold. They express immense pleasure with the show and the making of high grade tires.
A quote from Mr Swander stresses that tire quality is crucial for safety and comfort, noting manufacturers are increasingly focusing on equipping cars with high grade tires.
Frederick P. Rudolph has joined Henshaw Motor Company as an efficiency expert. A Boston native with recent work at Dodge Brothers Detroit factory, he will oversee efficiency across departments from foundry to final test. His career includes positions at United Shoe Machinery, Stanley Marine Engine, Lozier Motor, and Dodge Brothers.
The Kelly worm driven chassis impressed Boston buyers after its debut last Saturday with eight orders for 1 1 2 ton and 2 1 2 ton models. Buyers include M A Davis Brockton A B Caplan Boston Robert W Powers Fall River Brockton Public Market Newton street department Newton George W Wall Plymouth and Thomas E Reed Gloucester.
An engine driven tire inflator, the Renn pump by Bean Pump Works of Boston, is exhibited at the show. It claims to inflate tires quickly and easily for Ford cars, reducing the labor of frequent tire inflation.
James D. Sullivan, the general manager of the company, is noted in connection with an exhibit. The display is located in space 413.
The B F Goodrich Company held a general sales conference in Akron Ohio on March 2 and 3 introducing new cooperation ideas between executives and field men. About 450 salesmen from 14 branches attended a homecoming style event uniting teams from Denver to Maine and Florida to the Canadian border.
Salesmen from multiple Goodrich lines including automobile and truck tires met in Akron for a rare nationwide conference. The event drew teams from Indianapolis Atlanta and Cincinnati with branch managers staying home. After two hours the delegates returned to their routes aboard four special trains with renewed enthusiasm.
Maude Hall writes on spring fashion with charming color pictures planned for the next Sunday Post.
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