Dodge Brothers Cars Cut Prices In New Line Launch
Dodge Brothers announce price reductions across new line models including sedans touring coupes and roadsters as factory efficiency and sales volume improve. Executive quotes highlight value for money and European styling influence while noting aggressive production and lower costs benefiting buyers.
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Marmon Unveils High Frequency Oscillating Modulator
Development by the Marmon engineering staff promises to erase torsional vibration in inline eight engines. President William G. Wall of the Society of Automotive Engineers lauds the device, now in Marmon straight eight production, as simpler, compact, and less prone to failure than prior dampers. It reportedly damps crankshaft torsion across the full speed range, not just above certain speeds, improving smoothness from engine start.
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William G.wall
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Thomas J. Litle, Jr
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Studebaker Buoys Commercial Car Sales on New Panel Delivery
C B Wendries of Studebaker Commercial Car Division cites unusually strong demand for commercial cars, boosted by the new one ton panel delivery model. He notes the car’s outstanding performance and stylish design as key factors driving popularity, with customers seeking both function and appearance in their fleets.
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New Lingo for Traffic Officers Sparks Debate
A worldwide trend toward standardizing traffic officer slang is highlighted by the American Automobile Association official publication. It notes the spread of terms like comeback and phrases such as You would think. The piece questions usefulness and attainability of a universal lexicon among officers and the public alike.
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Ihean Motors
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Standardize Autoists Facilities Aimed by AAA Meeting
Washington November 17 The Advisory Committee of the National Touring Board of the American Automobile Association opened its annual meeting to push standardization of touring facilities across the United States and abroad. Leaders note over forty million enjoy motor tours in the U S and more than four thousand cars are shipped overseas yearly. The group seeks improved maps new routes to historical and scenic points and overall better service of AAA touring bureaus nationwide for motorists.
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Willys-Knight Sets New Record in October
Willys-Overland reports record October sales of Whippet and Sixes, up 100 percent from 1927 as the Toledo maker marks the strongest January through October period in its history. Whippet models surge while Willys-Knight Sixes gain popularity due to the sleeve valve engine, expanding access to this class of car.
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REO TO INTRODUCE NEW AUTOMOBILE
REO announces a forthcoming NEw model described as entirely new in appearance and highly attractive. Public notice expected December 15. Observers report crowded preview areas in California with 73 automobiles on display showcasing improvements for highways.
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Major Thanksgiving football routes to several colleges
A long list of upcoming Thanksgiving games across the United States shows matchups including Wake Forest versus Mercer in North Carolina, Georgia Tech against Alabama in Texas, and Texas A&M facing Texas. Other notable games pair Johns Hopkins with Rural Lond, Virginia with Korsa, Cincinnati versus Miami, Colorado versus Denver, Detroit US against Georgetown, and Virginia State against Furman. Also listed are Georgia against Alabama, Indiana Butler versus Tufts, Florida versus Washington, Tennessee against Kentucky, Southern versus Watford, Nebraska versus Kansas State, Oregon versus Cal, Miami versus Howard, Southwestern versus Arkansas, and several more bakeries of intercollegiate football with cities from Baltimore to New Orleans and beyond.
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Warn Of Errors In Traffic Control
Traffic control practice today increases danger and erodes public respect for signals. A 100 city survey covering 33 million people by the American Engineering Council finds no uniform system, causing confusion. The report by W. E. Powell advocates 63 recommendations to standardize and improve traffic devices and conditions nationwide.
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Saratoga compared with Oldsmobile ship and car power
The Saratoga aircraft carrier and her sister Lexington are compared to Oldsmobile autos. Officials host Rear Admiral Zelgemir and AR Tyson in Puget Sound visiting the Saratoga. It would take 3,272 Oldsmobiles at 55 hp to equal the ship’s 16,000 hp. The carrier spans nearly 900 feet long with 222 feet beam and about two and a half acres of deck space enough for about 1,900 Oldsmobiles parking.
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Puget Sound Navy Yard
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13Th Naval District
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Oldsmobile
Oakland Motor Car Company likely tops 1927 year in 1928 sales
W R Tracy vice-president in charge of sales announced October 1928 Oakland Pontiac totalled 17 232 units, best October in 22 years. Through October 1928 total sales reached 243 111, versus 1927 full year 192 000 cars, with prediction of about 270 000 by year end. Also notes 1937 best year prior. Speed limit rises in New Jersey to 40 mph with additional school zone and curve restrictions.
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Traffic control plan urged by council engineering panel
The Engineering Council's traffic committee urges a standardized system using fixed sequences and signals along streets. They advocate predictable speeds and continuous use of yellow caution lights to reduce dangers, especially for children, with signals arranged to guide traffic through intersections.
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1929 Autos Preview Front Wheel Drive Debuts in America
In the 1929 auto outlook for New York a debut by European maker Lancia is noted alongside a first American appearance by Rolls-Royce. Front wheel drive is highlighted as a revolutionary trend, with engineers predicting success despite initial caution. Anticipated 1929 model changes include larger engines, chromium plating, wider wheel tread, longer radiators, and updated insignia across brands such as Buick and Oakland.
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Beauty Car Wins Cup At Fashion Show
In a stylish display at a Ten-2 Fashion venue, a car named Love Sedan impressed judges to win the beauty contest and a $2,500 prize. Judge Jor Green praised its harmony and standout equipment amid the event’s pageant ambience.
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How's She Hittin
An eclectic compilation blends chemical notes on antifreeze mixtures with a historical weather tidbit. It discusses glycerine and glycol proportions for winter cooling systems, radiator precautions, and the need to adjust alcohol content with forecast temperatures. A closing note cites a record rainfall of 46 inches on June 14, 1911 in Bagino Rhup pines.
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Bonds for New Roads Defeated in Several States
Defeated bond issues for road construction were reported in multiple states with totals around 240 060.000 in California and other regions. The American Automobile Association urged motorists to lock cars and practice caution to curb thefts, citing 7,065 affiliated clubs and ongoing issues with title laws and bootlegging. California’s cleanup drive partnered with civic groups to improve roadways, though overall vehicle density remains high compared to the United States.
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