New Chrysler Fluid Drive Shown At Baxter Motors
Baxter Motors in Cedar Rapids displays the 143 horsepower Imperial eight with fluid drive at 829 Second Avenue SE. Demonstrations invite public testing of the clutchless start and smooth acceleration. Since Dec 2, 1938, Baxter’s sold 112 new and 137 used Chrysler and Plymouth cars, shipped many by rail or truck, and expanded parts stock and service staff to speed repairs.
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Cedar Rapids
Baxter Motors
Second Avenue SE
Chrysler
Baxter’s
Iowa
Johnson, Linn
Benton
Jones
Cedar Counties
Baxter
Plymouth
Chrysler Sales Corporation
Detroit
Clyde LaPorte
Joe Wicke
Auburn Auto Company
Chicago
Indianapolis
Baxter's
Leo Smith
Robert Lantz
Smith
Allen Motor Company
Lantz
Schierbrock Motors
Davenport
Tom Hayden
Coe College
Walter Robertson
Plymouth Distributors
Gerald McGillicuddy
Hadad Motor Company
Dining Room At Commonwealth Wins Merited Popularity
The Commonwealth dining room in Cedar Rapids earns praise for quality food prepared in house, fine service, and affordable meals. It encourages everyday dining rather than special occasions, highlighting a reputation built on salad dressings and sauces made fresh in the kitchen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Commonwealth Dining Room
Cedar Rapids
Nemec Tops Bankers Life Salesmen Ranking
John H. Nemec, tied to the F. W. Darling agency since 1931, ranked fifth among more than 1,000 Bankers Life salesmen in a monthly sales report. Bankers Life operates in 34 states and the District of Columbia, with Nemec noted as a leading agency figure. The article also mentions Morris Plan Bankers associates at California and New York fairs offering exhibits, literature, and traveler's checks for travelers and the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Darling
Bankers Life Company
John H. Nemec
Nemec
States
District of Columbia
Darling Agency
California
New York
Morris Plan Bankers Association
Morris Plan
Hawkeye Motor Express Promotes Fine Service and Equipment
Hawkeye Express Hawkeye Motor Express at 215 Ninth Avenue SE promises superior service and equipment for shippers. Led by founder T. H. DeWees since 1932, the firm emphasizes top rolling stock, terminal facilities, and expert drivers and crews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawkeye Express
Hawkeye Motor Express
Ninth Avenue SE
T. H. DeWees
Hawkeye
Cedar Rapids Auto Club Promises Value in Membership
The article promotes Cedar Rapids Automobile club membership with a $5,000 bond as part of its services. It urges information sharing and highlights how motorists become boosters after learning the club's advantages.
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Automobile Club
Cedar Rapids Automobile Club
J. T. Taylor
Montrose Hotel
C. R. Auto Club
Marak Steffer Co Service For Busy Farmers
Marak Steffer Co serves farmers with International Harvester products and 24 hour service across Tipton London Cedar Rapids Western and Mechanicsville stores. The late season tightens schedules and prompt repair keeps farm work on track as the chain gains new friends across rural customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Harvester Company
Iowa
Marak- Steffer
Tipton
London
Cedar Rapids
Western
Mechanicsville
Marak-Steffer
Morris Plan Offers Vacation Loans in Cedar Rapids
The Morris Plan company of Cedar Rapids offers loans for vacation trips to help people recharge. A visit to 100 First Avenue E. provides details on travel financing options and how Morris Plan has served the community since 1916. Families head north after school closes for summer recreation and lakeside time.
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Morris Plan Company of
Cedar Rapids
First Avenue E
Morris
Moonlit roads lure long journeys for auto travelers
A nostalgic note extols the convenience of motor travel allowing families to venture hundreds of miles. It highlights boating and swimming as leisure pursuits for a mother and mentions the appeal of accessible routes and destinations for the automobile era.
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Oskaloosa
Ottumba
Clinton
Seta Sale
Bankers Life
Lasswell Photo
John H, Nemec
Iowa Mutual Liability Insurance Company
Marak-Steffer Co
the Darling Agency
Merchants Bank
Hall Manufacturing
Chrysler and Plymouth Distributors
2Nd Ave. SE
Albert
Mount Vernon
Manchester
Anamosa
DIAL
Maplecrest Turkey Farms
Wellman, Iowa
LeFebure
Manufacturers
Oakland Road
10Th Street
Second Avenue
10Th St
Clicquot Club
Wm. Te Dial
the Bottling Co
Electric Motors CO
CeDar Rapids Block CO
9Th St
Waylite
M. Cach Glass CO
F.H.A
China
Chandler Company
Fox
Aparatus
Lowe Service
FOX Garage
Fifteenth Street
Res
Nash Transfer CO
Ralph Nash
32Nd St
Calder’s van & Storage CO
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Ind
Commonwealth Apartment Hotel
Second Ave
Iowa Milling Coq
Marak-Steffer Implement Co
McCormick-Deering Farm Machinery
Lowden
McCormick-Deering
John E
Lapes
Florist
Third Avenue SE
Champlin
E Avenue NW
Honeymead Products CO
Lisbon
Omaha
Twelfth Avenue
S.W
Reliable Transit Company
First Street
Messinger and Sons
Fifth Street
Inter-Ocgean Reinsurance Company
Enoreee
Third Street
CO Everest
Fir
Montrose
Service
Second St
9Th Ave
Welchs
Iowa Machine CO
8Th Ave. SW
Desoto
Oldsmobile
Chrysler and
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