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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1918
Page
4
The article describes a powerful high speed engine using a double set of valves per cylinder and a counterbalanced crankshaft. It claims improved gas admission, minimal valve pockets, centered spark plugs, uniform combustion, and complete exhaust, leading to greater power, faster acceleration, hill climbing ability, and reduced valve noise.
The sixteen valve four cylinder engine from White, introduced last winter, is drawing public attention at winter auto shows. Officials say wartime conservation boosts interest in simple, high performance engines with low operating costs. The design aims to combine high power and flexibility of a six cylinder with rugged simplicity and fuel efficiency, reflecting a patriotic shift in automotive engineering.
Special features for the Duiney automobile show at the armory February 20 to 23 are completed. A large number of interesting exhibits have been hooked forth and inquiries continue to come in to L. B. Bartlett from all parts of the country. The three day display will include many special exhibits and features with music by a large orchestra.
The Beremann Oakland Automobile company has raised a building on Main street between Eighth and Ninth. Remodeling work is well under way and the structure should be ready for occupancy within two weeks.
Six more U S army truck trains of 380 Packards will leave Detroit for the seaboard within days as the government demands 180 more three and six ton carriers. The first train reached Baltimore December 28 on a cross country run praised for speed over snow and ice, with 260000 Pittsburgh spectators watching the entry. Officials say the test proves army trucks can beat current traffic to the seaboard under their own power and trains will train drivers escorts and masters for overseas service.
A chart by the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce links the auto industry to many primary sectors. It shows 1080 parts makers with $3.365 billion invested, 235,000 workers, and $235 million in wages. tire makers produced 15.8 million tires worth $450 million in 1917. The 32 state car factories employed 280,000 with $736 million capital and $275 million in wages, producing 1,806,194 vehicles worth $917.47 million, with over $90 million in vehicle exports. There are 2,800 distributors and about 30 percent garages and dealers nationwide.
The commutator is the most vulnerable part of a DC machine and should be inspected more often. Sparking at brushes signals poor contact from worn brushes, weak brush holders or springs, vibration, or mounting issues. Backing a car into place can stress the radiator cap. tires and rims need weekly checks. lubricant like vaseline on the commutator prevents brush squeak.
Henry Geise opened a new accessory department in his Ouincy area garage last week for Buick and Oldsmobile vehicles. He must maintain two thousand dollars in stock at all times, and the department is sized to hold the full inventory. Geise serves nearby towns with automotive parts, frequently receiving daily calls for car items.
An automotive advocate urges constant use of cars to boost personal efficiency and cites Cadillac as a source. The Italian invasion galvanizes Turin and Fiat workers, with 7 million lire donated for refugees and 25,000 Fiat workers contributing one day’s pay monthly for six months to aid those affected by the invasion.
The 1918 Stanley Steamer was shown for the first time at the New York automobile show held at the Grand Central Palace from January 5 to 12. A Pittsfield woman won a prize of cigars and is selling them at 25 cents each, with proceeds benefiting war stamps.
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