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Cedar Rapids Gazette in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1947

Page

8

Famed Old Mississippi Packet Boat Sinks

Photo at left shows safety lane operations Sunday at Cedar Rapids police station. The auto safety inspection lane will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Friday to check brakes lights and other safety features. Photo at right shows a di-

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Future car co pilots and automated dashboards foreseen

Detroit observers warned that by 1950 a new field for young men with mechanical skill and nerves will emerge as car co pilots. The future car will demand ground crews to operate automatic windows wipers de-icing and tire pressure systems while hostesses ensure passenger safety and insurance checks. The columnist recalls a today’s car mishap and urges simpler cars focused on start, reach, and stop.

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