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Early Ford Mania and 1923 Road Fear Reflections
A reminiscence of 1923 Herald articles on early cars shows anxiety and humor over motorized travel. Stories discuss hill stalling causing accidents, the nervous driver, and safety tips like emergency brakes. Cartoons mock Ford speed indicators while taxis and “Limneying” ads hint at evolving transport in Georgetown Acton Brampton areas.
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