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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1914
Page
10
An exhibit displays an open chassis at the show revealing gear and bearings used in every Reo the Fifth. The display highlights costly components and extreme tests noted by R. E. Olds, emphasizing the one quarter added cost for hidden parts.
The article details Reo’s 10 000 mile testing program, strict quality controls, and a 27 year builder’s commitment. The 1900s style release notes a streamline body, electric starter and lights, and a price $220 below last year, with cars built to keep.
Howard E. Coffin unveils the Hudson Six-40, the first high-grade six under $2000. The new model uses a small-bore long-stroke motor, weighs 400 pounds less than last year’s Hudson, and consumes one-fourth less fuel while offering six-cylinder luxury and improved tire economy.
A mammoth crowd filled Mechanics' Building for Boston's auto show with sales records reported and as society figures headlined Society Day. The event showcased the new Hudson model from Henley Kimball Co with emphasis on features, price, and buyer education as Governor Walsh and officials may attend.
The Whitten-Gilmore Company presents its most complete Chalmers display in Boston with eight models including the new Little Six Model 26 touring car and coupelet. The lineup features Model 24 variants in multiple body styles and a five and six passenger touring car. All units use the Chalmers Entz electric starting and lighting system noted for its simplicity, controlled by a single dash switch.
The Marmon display features Frank Wing with the new Marmon 41 a six cylinder model smaller than the Marmon 48 and larger than the Marmon 33 The model presents a mid range size in Marmon’s lineup and showcases updated six cylinder power with a 41 4 inch bore and stroke design.
The new model features 512 inch L-head engines in two blocks of three with a floating axle and amidships gearset. Available as roadster four and five passenger tour ing and a limousine and landaulet, prices will sit between those of older models. The 6-48 uses 41-2 by 6 inch T-head cylinders, rear semi-floating gearset, 145 inch wheelbase, and 36 by 41-2 front tires with 37 by 6 rear tires.
Locomobile Company of America details changes across its six cylinder lineup no four cylinder models this year Bridgeport Conn with A Tavis Boston branch manager notes wheelbase differences between left and right drive versions 38 left 38 right 48 left 48 right left drive wheelbase longer by four inches front seat centering gearshaft and left side emergency brake new carburetor added for 1914 model year
The Winton Motor Car Company of Cleveland presents the 1914 Winton with left steering and center control. Arthur Hinchcliffe serves as New England manager. Key changes include a 0.5 inch longer 6.5 inch stroke and a 4 inch lower suspension from rear frame modification, improving ride and handling.
The report notes mounting of clock speedometer coil and switches on the cowl board with German silver finished radiator and nickel plating on exposed parts. A primer from cowl to intake manifold and a hot air tube to the carburetor have been added.
T. J. Glenn, manager of the Firestone branch, urged unremitting vigilance in tire making. He said skilled workmen and the best materials are necessary to turn out standard products and that from the time the gum is put through the process, close scrutiny is essential to ensure quality.
The text describes tire casings evaluated after tube assembly for weight and size, cured, and subjected to exhaustive tests to determine fitness for consumers. It emphasizes strict inspection and scrutiny, asserting that properly passed casings are likely free of flaws.
An advertisement extols the KOH I NOOR lead as strong smooth and long lasting urging use to save time. Mentions 17 lead variations and offers bulk purchase by the dozen. Copy ing.
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