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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1918
Page
8
A prominent truck maker argues heavy‑duty trucks do not harm roads. He cites a 16‑ton load from New York to Bridgeport as less damaging than high speed passenger cars. He favors Wayne County concrete roads as durable, economical future pavement.
Henry Geise notes last week's sales of seven Buicks and one Oldsmobile and says car supply has improved with spring business rushing.
Frank B. Ansted of Connersville Indiana shows visitors a Lexington Motor Company plant tour. John C Moore heads a research unit testing materials and seeking design improvements for alloy and high carbon steels and non metallic universal joints.
Lexington officers state the Minute Manoe requires no lubrication or extra attention once installed. Mr Ansted proclaims pride in the laboratory where they balanced materials, unified components, and devised clever devices to create a motor car that is strong, light and flexible.
A Willys-Overland donated Willys-Knight car named Liberty Car aids Denver war bond drives and thrift stamp sales. It has served committees since the first Liberty Loan drive and participated in an event with 15,000 attendees featuring allies represented by costumed figures.
A leak in the fuel line to the inlet manifold reduces tank vacuum, lowering fuel lift. At wide open throttle the engine may demand more fuel than supplied, causing spitting or possible engine stalling during hard pulls.
Stretched casings inflate slowly and should not be pumped up tight. Fit such tires with inner liners to gain many more miles from them.
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