70,000,000 Gallons of Gas Is Demanded
A fragmented report discusses a surge in gasoline demand and shifts in fuel production during wartime. It references nitrons to Uatching cas and kereneene, synthetiq conversions, and the potential impact on motor fuel supply, with mentions of Selden’s method and British diesel developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallhns
Genotines
Statisteland
Floying Corps
Thetvillah Aire
Turin
TL Selden
Rochemer
N.T
Progeis
Narog
Tienes
Car Fire Safety Advice Cautions Water Use
A fragment advises using minimal water on a car fire especially near the electrical system. It warns water can damage the generator and electrical components, suggesting restraint and targeted action to prevent harm during a blaze.
Fire safety tips and quick response guidance
The text explains risks from car fires and back firing in carburetors and suggests using a fire extinguisher, keeping a covered robe or coat to smother flames, and acting quickly to prevent a small fire from growing. It emphasizes decisive action and basic precautions to control a blaze at once.
Friction Causes Shifting Trouble in Lawn Tractor
The article describes how a worn shifter lever and main shaft play can cause clutch chattering and bucking on grades or under heavy load. If not corrected, shaft play may cause permanent ear damage to the gear, indicating mechanical failure risk.
Franklin Upholstery Hides and Leather Quality Standards
Industry buyers report Franklin Upholstery seeking sole supplier hides for upholstery. Terms show purchases around 884,016 units in early year, with emphasis on center-steer hides, leather surface quality, and heat treatment to prevent cracking. Branded hides disfavored. irregularities or branding risk product rejection in winter tanning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Auteambite Company
Franklin
Sedan Popularized by Overland Makers
Edward Schipper notes a shift toward enclosed bodies as sedans rise in popularity. The Willys-Overland study tours 7000 cities to show summer and winter benefits, touting top-down removal, dust protection, and wide views for safer, cooler rides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Schipper
Society of Automobile Faginger
Tyne
Willys-Overland
Sov Ualde
Overland Sales Co
United States
F. J
Baye
Sudan
Edan
Production efficiency in the auto world of 1900s gains
A historical look at global motor production efficiency compares France, Britain, and the United States. It cites output per worker across years such as 1904 11,000 workers making 18,600 cars and 1905 with 75,000 workers making 129,000 cars, illustrating early efficiency gains amid rapid industry growth.
Fragmentary wartime production note on auto output
In 1927 the industry ran near 1,900,000 cars with about 2600 workers. The text notes uninterrupted production before wartime shifts and shows roughly equal output per worker, indicating the scale of labor required for auto manufacture prior to the war.
Western Tennis Men Win at Princeton
Princeton, NJ October 24 The University of Clilfordian defeated Princeton here Friday four to two in a men’s tennis match.
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Priscrton
University of
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