Chevrolet Aims to Break Production Records This Year
Chevrolet projects 1928 output to surpass prior marks with a peak weekly rate near 2,700 units. Company officials claim factory changes did not hinder production and expect total yearly output to exceed 12,500 cars, topping January 1927 figures and earlier peaks.
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Plymouth Brakes Exclusive In Field
Fragmented OCR notes describe a vehicle collision with a car in a field. The fragment mentions drivers, braking, and possible mechanical details but lacks coherent events or clear outcomes.
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Plymouth Brakes
Marmon Winter Sales Set New Record Amid Rising Auto Demand
Marmon reports its best winter sales period with January gains of over 25 percent for New Series Marmon 68 and 73 models. Distribution shows unprecedented national demand with factory shipments rising. Detroit Chicago and other shows reflect strong dealer activity. Poland vehicle registrations reach 21,922, up 30 percent since 1927.
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Marmon
Detroit
Chicago
Minneapolis
Cleveland
Poland
Weippet Steering Gear Re designed
A historical note reports the Weippet steering gear rededigned and mentions Studebaker retail deliveries and Hoover prepared to take oath on Monday.
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Studebaker
Hoover
Inaugural Week Crowds Fill Washington Streets
Crowds gather as Hoover prepares to take office with promises of a new era. Capitol Plaza ceremony planned and inaugural parade draws widespread attendance from states and delegations. Modern tech features include broadcasts, wire pictures, and air displays.
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Reo Mower Car Costs and Thrift Drive in Two Americas
The Reo Welfare Department reports thrift efforts by workers, noting a Christmas savings pool of 75,000 across 15 companies and a total of 124,744.06 in 1936 deposits for back pay and home improvements. The Reo Benefit Association, with 5,286 members, provides disability and death benefits, paying beneficiaries $150 on a member’s death plus $50 for five-year members.
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Cracking Process Doubles Gasoline Output in 1928
The cracking method produced five billion gallons of gasoline, about one third of total U S consumption in 1928. The process uses high temperature and pressure to convert fuel oils into gasoline at normal temperature and pressure.
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United States
Foreign Cars Make Debut In New York Auto Show
Foreign cars drew peak interest at the New York automotive show with models from Daimler Renault Mercedes-Benz and Austin illustrating European design. The display signals a break for foreign makers into the American market and previews future countrywide exhibitions.
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Israel Klein
NEA Service
New York
Daimler
Renault
Mercedes-Benz
Waurhall
Austin
Hernault
America
Record breaking trips by 1907 Packard car
A 1997 Packard undertook two record tests. From Onakiand to Los Angeles covered 40 miles in nine hours and 24 minutes with no stops. Then Los Angeles to Oakland and back covered 1000 miles with no major repairs, aided by a refueling car that joined briefly to transfer fuel.
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Onakiand
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Oakland
Paco Eight
Operatic Debut Shss Miriam Klein in Lucera Debut
Miriam Klein, Kokomo native, made her operatic debut at Lucera Italy. The Isisric soprano will tour Germany and England in spring after studying in Indianapolis and Chicago. Abroad she studied with Malatesta and Bravest a.
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U S Ship Lines Sold in High Bid by Banker Paul W. Gidman
Paul W. Gidman of New York and Chicago banks made the top bid exceeding 16 million dollars for two U S ship lines, bolstering his position on the American Merchant Board. The sale attracted broad investor interest and signals consolidation in maritime trade.
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Washington Eyes Massive Motor Invasion for Hoover Inauguration
The American Automobile Association reports a surge in motor travel to Washington for the Hoover inauguration amid 10 million registered vehicles nationwide. A three day celebration begins March 2 with 150,000 to 300,000 expected attendance, including cabinet officers, ambassadors, governors, military units, and veteran groups. Activities feature parades, charity ball, receptions, air and dirigible displays, state reunions, and guided tours to historic sites.
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