This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 8 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1918
Page
9
John N. Willyn of Willye Overland argues cars are essential to national war effort. He urges directing government contracts swiftly while keeping industries productive for bond sales. He cites autos’ role in transportation, farming, and urban life, defending motor industry against undue criticism.
Mrs. J. W. Brooks of Thompson town Alabama saved pennies and small change for a year to fund a Maxwell touring car. After counting five cornmeal sacks full of coins and visiting local dealers, she chose the Maxwell for its economy and reliability, completing a long, disciplined quest for her dream.
In Lorain Ohio a Knutse Motor Trucking Co unit blocked a road. Firestone Manager J J Mayl arranged rapid transport of a 42 by 42 tire via Commodore Hubert Babcock and the Blue Ribbon yacht. The tire travelled 27 miles by rail and several by water, reaching the truck in time to prevent costly delays.
A vintage piece praises Dodge Brothers ads as a bridge from ancient to modern mobility, tracing women’s vehicle use from chariots to today’s sedans. It notes the distribution of color cards nationwide and highlights reach beyond major cities to smaller towns, arguing enduring improvements in women’s transport.
The Franklin car earns steady praise for efficiency across decades including 1906 to 1943. Dealers nationwide staged a show the ear demonstration from November 26 to December 9 to prove performance and handling without bias, aligning with wartime demand for economical motoring.
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company of Akron launches a telegraphy course at its factory school in cooperation with the government. The 20 week program, run by the wireless operator, trains workers in rapid message handling to aid wartime service. The program adapts to all shifts, aiding career promotion and veteran training, with ten thousand men already benefiting from Goodyear’s broader education efforts.
The San Antonio-based Tex Company operates a large photo development plant employing hundreds to turn out up to ninety thousand prints weekly. Owner C. D. Newton emphasizes service and efficiency with a rigorous five-stage processing line and a strict waste reduction program. The operation, begun over seven years ago, grew from a two-man shop to a major enterprise serving customers worldwide.
Cautionary notes on gear lubrication and fuel system risks in cold weather. Discusses proper lubrication to prevent gear wear, carburetor flooding, and maintaining fuel supply. Describes Goodyear Rubber Company processes and issues with water, acids, and rubber components in fuel tanks and linings.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.