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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1917
Page
2
Thomas M. Cherry unveils a new Stanley Steamer model that eliminates the standard gear change, drawing attention for its innovative drivetrain. This debut highlights a streamlined, user friendly approach and potential impact on local automotive design.
Thomas M. Cherry of 518 Vermont Street showcases new Stanley steam car models. The vehicle, with 29 moving parts and two cylinders, requires no gears or clutch, delivering a smooth continuous torque from direct gearing to the differential and immediate throttle-controlled power.
At the Oklahoma City dealers meeting, E R Carhart and a three Cheyenne party demonstrated the Overland Country Club model by climbing 25 steps to the administration building. Snow hardened on stone steps but the chains held. entry failed due to hub caps, then they descended without incident.
New York remarks from the seventeenth annual New York Automobile show at Grand Central Palace focus on car beauty and luxury over utility. Industry leaders and experts assert the public now buys for performance, comfort, and brand prestige rather than mere technical parts.
Irwin Overland company contracts with Overland Moberly Motor company of Moberly Missouri to furnish that firm with cars for sale to retail trade. The fecal company has no stock in the Missouri concern.
Ray McNamara drove a stock Maxwell from Indianapolis to Chicago and return 376 miles in nine hours, an average of 41.7 mph on poorer roads. The run, to establish a Hoosier Motor Club record, beat fastest trains both legs and carried four passengers. No challengers appeared after a Maxwell dealer challenge.
A. C. Dallach becomes president of Quincy Machine Works at Eleventh and Maine. He formerly assisted Burlington passenger traffic manager and led Wenatchee Hardware as mayor. The firm adds modern machinery for auto repairs and promises quality workmanship. Never judge a man by his talk.
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