Good Roads Bill Opens Big Field
Congress action is a tribute to the educational value of the automobile as the Bankhead Shackleford road bill allocates 85 million dollars federal and matching state funds for five years. The measure promises vast impact on farmers, markets, and U.S. automobile manufacturers, expanding road systems to European standards and transforming travel and commerce nationwide.
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Europe
Congress
Bethlehem Steel Company
Texas Oil Company
du Pont Powder Company
Copper Queen Consolidated Mining Company
Morris & Company
National highways boost future of the automobile
The piece cites President Wilson and a national highways program, arguing roads will unlock vast U.S. wealth and open isolated farming and mining areas. It predicts new highways will spur automobile shipments and prevent a saturation point, with expansion and increased sales as the slogan.
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Wilson
Indianapolis
Uncle Sam
Touring Season 10 Begn This Month
Automobile trade notes the touring season starting as orders rise for motor luggage. Complete outfits for Packard cars include seven suitcases two fender trunks and a tire drum, all waterproof and arranged for seven travelers. Carriers match Packard styling and aim to enhance convenience on long trips.
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Europe
Packard
Tourists Travel Car Comfortably Across Day’s Journey
The vehicle provides clear space in both front and rear compartments leaving tourists comfortable as in a boulevard drive. Each day ends with travelers unfatigued and in good spirits, enjoying the journey.
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Ment
Auto Repairmen Busy in Peak Season at Quincy Works
Auto repairmen face the busiest season with Quincy Machine Works leading the field. The shop is equipped for cylinder boring lathe work gear cutting tool grinding oxy acetylene welding and battery charging and repair. A large inventory of parts enables rapid repairs.
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Quincy Machine Works
Production of 8-Cylinder Cadillacs Reaches 2032 March Output
Robert D. Law reports March production of eight cylinder Cadillacs at 2032 cars with April expected to average 100 daily. Winter shortages and material delays hindered progress despite long term contract planning and rail service issues.
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Robert D. Law
Detroit Traffic and Railroad Condition Reported
Road congestion remains a problem both entering and leaving Detroit while railroad service is steadier. Material supply is described as well intact and Cadillac factory production could be pushed to the limit.
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Detroit
Cadillac
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