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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1935
Page
5
The article notes plans to idle a plant while awaiting Saginaw plant output. It cites rising sales in 1936 and a $500,000 retooling outlay to renovate the foundry. Work is advancing, with production expected to start in December and peak next spring, adding over 800 jobs.
Chevrolet Motor Company expands national newspaper advertising for guaranteed reconditioned cars. W E Heller notes stronger used car demand reflects rising purchasing power and improving employment. Dealers report buyers seek winter-ready cars under the factory’s Red OK guarantee, with many first-time buyers leveraging reassurance to avoid old car risks.
H J Klingler president of Pontiac Motor Co says the iron foundry will reopen after being idle since spring 1932. General Motors divisions have been buying blocks and castings from Saginaw, but rising demand in 1926 will overtax that plant’s capacity.
Goodyear officials announce LifeGuard tube now manufactured in truck and bus sizes after strong demand from operators. Reports from car owners claim the device prevented serious crashes at speeds from 40 to 90 mph on varied road surfaces, with safe stops and avoided loss of life. The LifeGuard design uses two tubes with rapid outer chamber air release to let the tire drop and ride on the inner lung.
Michigan factory output shifts to 1936 model introductions with safety and comfort upgrades. Buick interior shows wider rear seat and turret top design. LifeGuard tube aids safe stops after a blowout for large vehicles. Parking meters in Oklahoma City accept only five cent pieces, boosting city revenue. Weevil-proof silk cotton developed by Greek native Christilaky touted for longer staple. Classifieds urge daily reading for bargains.
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