Lincoln Clean Sweep Repeats in Mexican Pan American Race
Juarez Mexico November 1923 Lincolns swept the International Standard class finishing 1-2-3-4 on the 1912 mile Mexican Pan American Road Race past rivals from Chrysler Cadillac Olds Buick Packard and Jaguar. Chuck Stevenson led with record time 20 31 32 followed by Walt Faulkner Jack McGrath and Johnny Mantz all under two minutes back.
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Juarez
Mexico
Lincoln
Lincolns
Chuck Stevenson
Clay Smith
Walt Faulkner
Jack McGrath
Johnny Mantz
Stevenson
Chuck Daugh
Faulkner
Ronald Ferguson
McGrath
Bill Stroppe
Mantz
Italy
Lancias
Chevrolet
54 Models Still Better Lincolns of 1954
The 1954 Lincoln models in production surpass the 1958 cars winning Pan American Road Race prizes with a longer lower look and major mechanical upgrades. Key features include a new 4-venturi carburetor with vacuum secondary throttle plates and a distributor with full vacuum spark control for precise fuel flow and smoother operation.
Red Cross Campaign Opens at High School
The Lyons Township High School drive runs Tuesday through Wednesday March 10. Miss Florio, the Spanish teacher, sponsors the fundraiser with Have a Heart and Girls' club volunteers collecting donations and distributing Red Cross buttons.
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Red Cross
Lyons Township High School
Florio
Mercury car features power seats and braking
An ad style description highlights Mercury advantages with power steering and brakes, comfort and control on the road. It touts a four way power seat for better comfort and vision, easing positioning without strain as the car responds to driver input.
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Mercury
Entertaining Afternoon Led by Chairman Carolyn Hawes
Carolyn Hawes chaired a relaxed afternoon event featuring parent attendees and a light, informal program. The session focused on community concerns and informal discussions with participants sharing ideas and feedback.
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Carolyn Hawes
Tooth Saving Boy Keeps Baby Tooth In Ear
Leonard Niedens of Wichita Kansas pulled his baby tooth. after removing it he hid it in his ear claiming he saved it because he liked the tooth. He spoke honestly to the specialist about his unusual choice and memento.
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Wichita
Kans
Leonard Niedens
West Suburban Sweet Adelines Plan 1964 Spring Concert
Forty west suburban residents comprise the Sweet Adelines chorus. The 1964 spring concert moves from Cicero Legion Hall to Riverside Brookfield High School auditorium, doubling seating capacity. Ann Wa 225 is president of the West Suburban chapter. the group performs as community service for civic and church organizations and patients at Hines Hospital. Last year they sang at the unity fund rally to raise money.
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Saint Barbershop
Sfe
SPE Etion
Ciety
Kagen3
Cicero Legion Hall
Riverside
Brookfield
Sweet Adelines, Inc
Ann
N.S
Acryn
N. Pring Ren (Bas) Haegers Tan
Yensington Ave
Lanhora ‘Park
Sweet Adelines
Notabelles
Community Group Notice Ends Meeting Early
A fragmented notice indicates a local association or club closed its premises on a Sunday. Readable fragments show adherence to a small group policy and timely closing actions.
Lincoln 1954 Launch Doubles Sales With Dramatic Redesign
Lincoln. The 1954 Lincoln introduces a dramatic redesign including a new grille, rear deck, and taillights, representing a modern, hugging functional look. New colors and fabrics, bold nylons, and improved interiors accompany the styling overhaul contributing to doubled sales in two years.
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Lincoln
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