Firestone Wins at Indianapolis Spark New Tire Era
Billy Arnold, 23, Chicago, wins the 500 mile race at Indianapolis May 30 marking Firestone tires’ 11th consecutive victory at the track. The May 3, 1930 race records show Firestone equipment on the first ten finishers amid a shift to safer, higher speed tires as cars grew heavier and carried two men.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Billy Arnold
Chicago
Motor Speedway
Firestone
Race Drivers’ Association
Hervey S. Firestone
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
PELLAGRA Cure Claim Promoted By Alabama Doctor
Advertisement by DR. W. J. McCRARY Inc promotes a cure for pellagra. It lists symptoms such as tiredness headaches skin eruptions sore mouth and throat indigestion memory loss and digestive issues. Offers a free 50 page book mailed in plain wrapper from Carbon Hill Alabama.
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W. J. McCrary, Inc
Dep't
Carbon Hill
Ala
Ford Town Sedan Showcases Luxurious Interior Comfort
Rimming and interior appointments mark the Ford Town Sedan with seats in brown mohair or deep tan Bedford cord. Wall and ceiling trimming harmonize with scroll designed hardware. Front seat adjusts easily, rear seat seats three with folding center arm rest and side rests. Curtains for rear windows and robe rail on the front seat back.
Pikes Peak Highway Tests Autos and Chevrolets
Colorado Springs reports on the Pikes Peak highway as Chevrolet sixes serve a maintenance fleet clearing snow and hauling debris for early summer reopening. The article highlights automotive progress in high altitude endurance and efficiency, noting a fleet of Chevrolets operating for over a year with steady economy and dependability.
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Colorado Springs
Colo
Pikes Peak Highway
America
Firestone Heavy Duty Tire Aids Racing Cars
Firestone introduces the heavy duty tire as racing cars demand higher power and speed. Racing tires use a stiff smooth tread to permit drift on turns, while passenger tires have deep rugged treads to prevent skid and ensure long mileage. The race tires are the same 6 and 7 inch Firestone units sold for everyday service.
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Speedway
Firestone
London Barber Declares He Refuses Female Haircuts
A London barber posts a sign quoting Corinthians declaring long hair on women a glory while stating he will not cut female customers. He reports no female patrons but cites strong male business as men seek shops avoiding ties to women.
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London
Orne London
Cotton Shirts Add Color to Sports Suit Style
Colorful cotton mesh polo shirts are a popular addition to sport suits. Wearers may button the collar or dress up with a bow tie matching the suit color.
Henry D Perry Named Councillor for AA A Delegation
Henry D. Perry of High Point is named as one of 19 councillors with voting power for the 28th American Automobile Association convention in Asheville in June 2021. The Carolina Motor Club, with 19 000 members, earns 19 councillors plus three additional delegates.
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Greensboro
American Automobile Association
Asheville
Co. W. Roberts
Carolina Motor Club
Chas S
Wallace
Morehead City
Waldo Porter
H. A. Rouzer
Salisbury
Stuart W. Cramer
Cramerton
C. Es Matthews
Henry D. Perry
High Point
C. W. Roberts
Robert R. Reynolds
L. B. Rogere
Jack Faulkner
Dr. L. B. Morse
Chimney Rock
J. G. Stikefeather
L. H. Martin
J. M. Roberts, Jr
Charlotte
E. L. Webster
Durham
C. O. Kuester
Reynolds
Morse
Stkefeather
Faulkner
Jack Enwright
South
Buffalo
Chicago
Detroit
California
Special Cleansing for Graham Autos
Graham-Page factory uses a multi step engine cleansing process from sand blasting to chemical baths live steam and high pressure oil spray to remove oil grease and grit before assembly Cylinder blocks are treated painted porous sealant cleaned with fused caustic solution and rosinates followed by steam and wire brushes High pressure oil washes ensure crankcase cleanliness and all parts are pre cleansed before assembly
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Graham
Graham-Page
Kelvinator Posts Record May Shipments and Growth
Kelvinator reports May shipments as the highest in company history, with March and April also setting records. H. W. Burritt highlights 36 percent growth over May 1929, strong domestic sales, ice cream cabinets, commercial equipment, office cooling, and rising exports. Continuous nine months of production cited along with vigorous national advertising and a wide promotion push.
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Kelvinator
H. W. Burritt
Kelvinator Corporation
Mr. Burritt
Coue's Sleep Theory Lands in Bedclothes Trade
Dr. Coue's famed autosuggestion theory has entered the bedclothes market with embroidered mottos such as You Can Sleep Count Ten and You ll Sleep Tonight and You Won't Dream Tonight. The move ties psychological self help to everyday comfort products.
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Coue
Paris
Ford Truck Week Set By Local Dealers
Wilson Motor Company announces that local Ford dealers join national Ford Truck Week with demonstrations of the new four speed Model AA truck. Week opens Monday June fifth and runs through Saturday June.
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Wilson Motor Company
Ford
United States
Ford display to feature aluminum painted chassis
The display room at the local dealer, 201 E. Washington Street, will be open from 7:00 a m. to 9:00 p m during the 14th to familiarize truck users with Ford’s mechanical improvements. A chassis will be shown in aluminum to illustrate the new features and transmission.
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E. Washington Street
Ford
Ford Trucks Demonstrations to Prove New Strengths
Local dealers will stage live demos this week showing the special spiral lever gear rear axle larger front brakes heavier front spring and near doubling of front axle strength. Dealers will send trucks to haul coal or other loads for interested coal men to see performance firsthand.
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Ford
Spark Plug Gap Inspection Semi Annually Needed
Spark plug gap should be checked twice a year and readjusted every few thousand miles. Proper spacing ensures maximum engine performance. adjust by moving the side wire only. Sumner S. Sauard, AC Spark Plug service director, notes a gauge has replaced the thin dime for precision in high compression engines.
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Sumner S. S.award
AC Spark Plug Company
Cravat Necklace Described as New Neck Adornment
The article introduces the cravat necklace as a new neck adornment. It features a neck circle of crystals rhinestones or pearls in pliable platinum or gold, with a large central gem in the knot made of ruby emerald or diamond set in small diamonds.
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Chang
Willys
Willys-Overland, Inc
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Toledo
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