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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1920
Page
6
Engineers debate the main cause of excessive road wear as public officials cite test results while industry voices blame heavy overloads. Felton of International Major warns that overloading damages both trucks and roads, noting concentrated loads and rear-axle stress.
Motorists anticipate a broad decline as industry leaders predict lower prices after recent production gains. American Petroleum Institute and government figures show rising U S output, with exports from Mexico and new refining tech boosting supply.
The Washington attorney general holds that two way or tilted reflector lamps meet the current vessel lighting requirements. The written opinion discusses construction details and regulatory interpretation, noting the department’s stance on the bend and display in illumination for motor vehicle use.
John B. Petvick of A EB Staacke Company notes improved fuel economy as the Lexington Thornbredd model averaged 14.8 miles per gallon on a 283 mile trip from Gouinsville Indiana to Chicago. Charles P. Root drove the car and delivered it from the factory amid rough snow conditions and a strong headwind.
An American visitor reports on a Dutch garage concept by Ch van der Stamped of Naat Venn Hammn The Hague. The design features 60 individual compartments with fireproof garage doors water taps and electricity in each unit plus dedicated wash and storage areas in a multi story complex in the rear showroom. Monthly rent is forty guilders about 18, with access to driving space and chaperoned services for car upkeep.
L. W. Mitchell, head of Southwestern Motor Sales, notes rapid expansion of American automobiles overseas. He cites 1920 foreign demand nine times prewar exports value, European builders unable to compete on price or volume, and rising car usage in France and newly civilized nations as rail networks lag.
A new company named Costley Studebaker Company will handle Studebaker distribution for San Antonio and Southwest Texas. L. D. Lewis serves as president and general manager with W. G. Costley as vice president and Folon B. Morris as secretary treasurer. Authorized capital stock is 100 000 dollars. The outfit will occupy temporary quarters at 15 Avenue G while a building is erected.
Ki Dibble leads a large group at the bicycle show in San Antonio. The event features extensive displays from Dibble Company with plans to operate widely and pose little challenge to competitors in the Uedtjebesy Abad era.
Goods dealers held in Chicago from November 8 to 13 reported the event as one of the largest of its kind. Mr. Dibble noted attendance from San Antonio Dallas and Houston with representatives present. Practically all bicycle makes from the United States and England were on display and several new features were shown in some models.
The piece extols constant oiling and care for a 1942 Federal truck bought in Detroit by Herman Rock, noting eight years of service without major repairs. Fred Dogan is praised for the driver’s exemplary maintenance and lubrication practices, highlighting exceptional handling in furniture dealer circles.
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