Chiefs of Auto World Move On to Savannah
Automobilists bound for Savannah for the November 11 and 12 road races trek south by car boat and rail. Robert Lee Morrell and the AA contest committee travel Sunday with E Rand Hollander B Stevens A H Whiting plus other officials and cars shipped ahead on the St Louis Savannah line. Ralph De Palma cites speed prospects noting the 1908 course portion and Fiat similar to his two fastest laps. He advocates flat turns to avoid banking hazards and tire wear.
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New York
Savannah
Robert Lee Morrell
Automobile Club of America
Atlantic Coast Line
Morrell
E. Rand Hollander
8. B. Stevens
A. H. Whiting
A. L. McMurtry
SS. M. Butler
American Automobile Association
Butler
T Ning
Stevens
Whiting
St. Louis
T. F. Moore
Motor Racing Association
F. J. Wagner
Ralph de Palma
de Palma
Brooklands
Standardization and the longevity of Cadillac cars
Mr. H. M. Leland of Cadillac argues that thorough standardization extends motor car service life. He notes Cadillacs in service eight years later remain sound and efficient, attributing durability to the precise fit of parts and harmonious operation rather than mere rugged construction.
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H. M. Leland
Cadillac Company
Cadillac
Reckless Driving Warned Ahead of Savannah Auto Race
Savannah officials brace for the November 12 international road race for the grand prize. Police will swear in 200 extra officers to manage crowds and boost safety after the Vanderbilt Cup contest raised concerns. The event features no weight or cylinder limits, only safety rules from the Automobile Club of America, with a record field in the 161 to 300 cubic inch classes and a $1,000 cash prize for light car winners.
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Savannah
Automobile Club of America
International Association of Recognized Automobile Clubs
Vanderbilt
Tiedeman
Speedy American Car to Be Seen at Show
A new American Traveler from the American motor car company of Indianapolis will be shown at the New York and Chicago auto shows early next year. Fire Chief Croker of New York City, a noted car enthusiast with a private collection, will feature a fifty horsepower four passenger underslung model capable of seventy five miles per hour. It will be lemon colored with lavender trim and a large dash headlight. Also exhibited is the underslung coupe with a fifty horsepower motor, left hand steering and center control.
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New York
Chicago
American Motor Car Company
Indianapolis
Croker
New York City
Hudson 35s Find Favor In Egypt
A shipment of Hudson 35s has been sent to M. G. Torossian, Cairo Hudson dealer, as American medium priced cars gain popularity in Egypt. The motor car attracts Americans, English residents, wealthy Egyptians, Arabs, and East Indians, with roads around Cairo opening to wheeled travel for the first time.
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Egypt
M. G. Torossian
Hudson
Cairo
Land of the Pyramids
Wolverine Automobile Club Aims for 1500 Members in 90 Days
Detroit center of the automobile industry forms the Wolverine Automobile Club with a goal of 1500 members within ninety days. The club currently has about half that number and promotes good roads as a key slogan.
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BIG Automobile Club
Detroit
America
The
Wolverine Automobile Club
Popular in Orient Cars Rise in Philippine and Hudson Deal
Motor cars gain popularity as the Philippines and the Hudson Motor Car Company close a contract for new models. Details are unclear due to damaged text but the agreement signals growing automotive interest in the region.
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Orient
Philippines
Hudson Motor Car Company
Nauas
Tseazens PhD
God Roads in Iowa Appeal to Motorists
Eastern motorists who think their region is premier for touring may heed Horace Greeley and reconsider Iowa as a top travel destination. The piece argues Iowa roads offer appealing scenery and routes, inviting drivers to explore with renewed interest.
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Iowa
Horace Greeley
Westgard Tours Midwest on Touring Club Drive
A. L. Westgard, chairman of the Touring club of America tours from Chicago into Iowa in a premier car to map a favorable Atlantic to Pacific route. His Iowa stretch drew enthusiastic motorists as he highlights excellent roads that could entice eastern drivers to long distance tours through the far western states.
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Chicago
A. L. Westgard
Touring Club of America
Atlantic
Pacific Coast
Westgard
Iowa
Tire Economy Tied to Engine Torque in Elmore Tests
Elmore Manufacturing reports experiments showing constant engine torque yields better tire economy. Comparative records from a dual car owner indicate Elmore engines deliver superior efficiency, with data analyzed to support the claim.
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Elmore Manufacturing Company
Elmore
Cartercar Agency Opens in Philadelphia
The Johnston motor car company at 326 North Broad Street has secured the Cartercar agency in Philadelphia. The car, friction driven, had sold mainly in western cities where its rugged road handling was noted.
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Philadelphia
Johnston Motor Car Company
North Broad Street
Auto Prices Reflect Intrinsic Value Not Dollar Figures
Local car dealers dismiss talk of price cuts noting prices are only symbols unless tied to the vehicle’s intrinsic value. S. W. Elston explains money's worth depends on buying power, comparing two buyers spending 1500 dollars to show price’s meaning lies in quality and service.
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S. W. Elston
Chalasers
Eas Med Ag
Willey
Indianapolis Automobile Directory Listings
An item from the Indianapolis Automobile Directory featuring models and makes listed for easy reference. Includes entries for E M F cars and related sales notes in a compact local catalog style.
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