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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1948
Page
8
Ford Motor Company unveils Rouge 226 six cylinder 95 hp Rouge 239 V-8 100 hp and Rouge 337 heavy duty V-8 over 145 hp for 1948 trucks. Hefley Stedman Motor Co in Cameron shows the engines with heavy air cleaners sealed cooling systems weatherproof ignition and new distributors and wiring.
The report outlines a new Ford six cylinder engine with aluminum pistons longer and plated to resist wear and four rings above the wrist pin for oil economy. It notes a compression ratio of 6.8 to 1, a high lift camshaft for efficient intake and exhaust, and a 100 horsepower configuration with top grouped accessories for easy servicing. Also described are shot blasted valve springs, hard molybdenum chrome alloy valve seats, oversized precision crankshafts and rod bearings, high capacity generators, a replaceable-element oil filter, and hydraulic valve lifters for the 145 horsepower unit with silichrome exhaust valves.
Ford's new light trucks include a governor linked to engine speed and vacuum, a 225 pound foot torque engine, five speed transmissions, and options for 10 speeds on the F-8. The frames gain nine inch depth with robust cross members, heavier axles, vacuum power brakes on heavier models, and wider rims with tapered bead seats for better handling and performance.
In Austin Texans discuss if Coke Stevenson can challenge incumbent W Lee O Daniel. Stevenson, a former governor, campaigns hard while O Daniel hints at re election and sharp politics. Both boast strong vote getting records and a fierce race looms if they meet.
David S. Pruitt of the Austin Social Security Office announces a visit to the OAA Office in Cameron on Tuesday January 13 at 1 00 pm. Residents may file benefit claims get new or duplicate cards check wage records and ask questions about the old age and survivors insurance program. Future visit dates will be announced.
The Jistel family expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for kind words floral offerings and support after the death of Leo Jistel. Mrs. Leo Jistel and son and other relatives extend blessings to all who helped.
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