Jordan cites buying habits in auto market shift
James J. Jordan discusses a major change in the automobile business noting buyers now value practical use over luxury. He cites rising mass ownership, with passenger cars growing from a niche to over 24 million by 1936, and most purchases aimed at replacing older models rather than initial ownership.
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Alto Moble
Labil
Aeclind
James J. Jordan
Jordan-lyers
Motartani Pany
Ford Anc Luicola-Hephyr Gealers
Jordan
Wila Wels
Shires
Suiitts
Alo
Feraly
Mobis
Americey
Dirdan
Pontiac introduces new features in Pontiacs list
New Pontiacs boast longer wheelbases and roomier interiors. The Ponti Six has a 117 inch wheelbase while the Pontiac Eight reaches 122 inches. New engines, improved action, weight distribution and hydraulic shocks promise smoother rides and safer handling.
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Powlie
Mayous Hoch Ofie Mavis Hf
Clark Moier Company
Broagyiy i Nintiy
Eversihing
Clars
Fisher
Lawor
San Antonio
Pontiac
Gail Patrick Shines In Silver Fox Gown At Gala
At Paramoun studio a gala dinner celebrating Adolph Zuker’s silver jubilee featured Gail Patrick in a striking black veiled gown. The garment hugged the form, with a wide silver fox band at the shoulders and back, plus long sleeves and a dropped shoulder line. Patrick wore a Wisconsin costume, signed by Exits Heed, for The Love Trap production.
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Gail
Bollywood
Paramoune Studio
Gail Patrick
Eleaves
News Managers Appointed At Inipoclink Announcement
Garrat Cartwright announces Bob Pumphrey as retail sales manager and Hugh Manest as service manager. Pumphrey brings over 15 years in sales leadership in the Mickly West, while Manest has seven years in service supervision. They will operate with Ant Plymouth and Las territory distributors to strengthen public relations and local distribution.
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Inipoclink
Garrat Cartwright
Garrott Cartwright, the
Bob Pumphrey
Bugh Manest
Pumphrey
Mickly West
Manoys
Seven Peace
Smith Announces Used Car Sale
Smith Motor announces a used car sale as Lupe shipments of new cans are delayed by a strike at MOY Beta Silos. Hodtor Galiladyweed, car manager, notes large orders and shipments to respond to demand while insisting on strict inspection standards. The firm touts its skilled workforce and plans to run the sale while the current stock lasts.
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Sobile- Moy Beta Silos Company
Denier
Brangwinzigs
Smith
Smith Motor
Muntitin
Gilliland
Myrna Loy Spends Time With Trees in Hollywood
Myrna Loy is depicted in Hollywood Cahfor, engaging with trees on the grounds of her home. The article notes her plantings and time spent among the greenery as a personal pastime during downtime at her residence.
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Myrna Loy
Hollywood
Studebaker Dealers Gather for Texas Promotion Tour
Studebaker group held an all day meeting at Winerich Motor Sales in San Antonio with more than 65 dealers from across the state. Officials from South Bend explained new merchandising plans as a three van moving demonstration toured Dallas and Houston. Executives including C. S. Fletcher and George Wilcox led the program.
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Sudebiker Deators
San Antonio
South Bend
Tal
Taiday
Winerich Motor Sales
Istributers
Broadway
Third Street
Dem Orsiltation
Studebaker
Grok
Dallas
Houston
Texas
Restore
Esteyrs
Salen
C. 5. Fletcher
George Wilcox
Tabher Johnson
R. B. Perkey
Loral
Zephyr Sales Surge in 1936 Auto Market
Col. A L Nicholson reports Lincoln-Zephyr deliveries reach 143,559 units in the United States during the just closed year. He cites public ignorance of Zephyr’s rising sales as a false impression and notes dealers and the dealer organization are expanding to maintain representation for 1931 and beyond.
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Wave
Large Tokyo Museum Planed Despite Turmoil
In 1940s era reporting, planners in Tokyo announce a grand museum project to commemorate Imperial milestones. The article contrasts the envisioned Tokyo Museum of Defence with famed world institutions like London’s British Museum and New York’s Metropolitan, noting aesthetic and institutional ambitions amid political context.
Gary Cooper Scores as Most Daring Rider
Hollywood report credits Gary Cooper with a daring stunt in his role as Wild Bill Hickok. The article praises his riding feat as unmatched among current stars and notes the riskiest sequence in the film.
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Gary Cooper
Hollywood
Gary Coop
Nice
Platisman
Wid Bil Hickok
Automobiles and Dealers Gather for Regional Conference
Detroit executives host Hudson and Terraplane dealers from across the Midwest for a conference by Orsinger Motor Co. Production schedules push ahead, aiming to stock all models for spring deliveries. A new promotional program introduces a 19 inch Hudson Terraplane at the meeting, highlighting innovative parts and driveline features.
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Acewar
Indicalinny
Orsinger Motor Company
Hudson
Roberts Sain
J. 5
Oliver
Roder
Sophies Willemenen
Axl
Buel Tatraplane
Detroit Motor
Jarnousced
Chal Hidson Motor
Tseer fUcel Tseau
Ars
Hawks Die In Heavy Hailstorm At Mali
In VAYHEID Mali on February 14 a severe hailstorm swept through the area destroying hundreds of kestrel hawks. The storm also shattered window glass across the town and left shops selling out of glass by morning.
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Vayheid
Mali
Rec Harstacra
Miller Sets Plymouth Sales Record in Texas and New Mexico
Zack Miller, famed for his rodeo fame and big Plymouth sales, recently set a new Plymouth sales record. He dominated Plymouth sales in a 12 month span across Texas, New Mexico, and beyond, boosting the car’s popularity. Miller’s influence in the Southwest as a rider and dealer is noted, with strong testimony supporting the 1937 Plymouth model.
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Zack) Miller
Xantis Motor Company
Fourth Street
Miller
Texas
New Mexico
Jhten
Suen
Ly Renard
Plymouth
Zack Miller
Lexus
Auto Parts Trucks Boosting Sales
Ford Motor Company and Ford parts distributors expanded a nationwide truck delivery plan to stock fleets, service stations, and dealers with genuine Ford parts. San Antonio dealers led early adoption, delivering two carloads of parts in 1934, while Houston and Dallas shipments followed, boosting availability and rapid repair stock across fleets.
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Ford Motor Company AviaoMeerday
Ford
Ford Parts
Herper-Gillesmie
San Antonio
Foyt Parts
Herpel-Gillespie
Pond Motor Company
Houston Bean
Wserpel- Gillespie
Rowse
Gilh
Jira
Iwa
Rapia
EJ. Kouta
Unis
Eleanore Costume Attracts Attention on Holiday Night
Hollywood report notes Paramount starlet Eleanore Whitney drew attention during a holiday season outing. She wore a black crepe dress with a high, narrow neckline and long sleeves, accented by a round collar and white pique detailing. A black veil and matching accessories completed the all-dark ensemble.
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Hollywood
Reo
Baby Car Thief Is Police Problem
COLORADO SPRINGS February 14 Gain The problem of what to do with an infant gate mobile thief who stole a car here and drove around the state selling the two sewing machines in the car for gasoline confront authorities here. The 11 year old boy who was at first reported as a runaway was found in possession of a state car belonging to L A Lawrence of Colorado Springs. Clyde Ty Starrett district attorney said it was his first experience Indenting with a baby puta thief. It has not been decided what to do with the prisoner.
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Colorado Springs
Gain
L. A. Lawrence
Clyde Ty Starrett
District Arts ‘Ney
Palace Travel Coach debuts as San Antonio dealer
Palace Travel Coach Corporation of Flint Michigan announces San Antonio Motor Company at 411-17 Main Avenue as an authorized dealer. The Palace Travel Coach is a luxurious, large motor coach with mahogany finish, built in features including a refrigerator, water system, bath, built in bathtub, and sleeping quarters for four. it emphasizes comfort and easy ride with a front full-size wheel and advanced suspension.
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Palace Travel Coach Corporation
Flint
Mich
San Antonio Motor Company
Main Avenue
Palace Travel Coaches
Palace ‘Travel Coach Corporation
Isd
Enite
Cleerie
Matutfactuer
Man makes long trek to attend school in Tacoma
Carl Mojler, 97, travels from Sunrise Beach by boat across Puget Sound to Gig Harbor then ferries four and a half miles to Point Destination, aiming to reach school by 8:35 a.m. He has not been tardy this year.
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Tacoma
Wrzh
AL Lokes
Carl Mojler
Beller Vine Tigh
Sunrise Beach
Puget Soul
Gig Hachor
Point Desturne
Will Tansfers
Chinese Workers Use Tin Corsets In Smuggling Ring
Singapore February 14 British customs report details Chinese individuals moving toward Kedah in the Malay States using packed tin bags hidden under clothing as corsets. The nine men were identified in the investigation and special procedures were issued to advisors.
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Singapore
INS
Kedan
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C. 8. Fletcher
O. B. Lancaster
Jef
FLA
Winerich
Luther Johnson
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Perley
Norman
Peice Dlaasce
Carol Cadwr
Bn Josat
Bob Wumphrey
Nugill Wanes
Studebaker Group
Tephyr
Therm
Tokyo
Torio
Tshao
Tokio Mseum
Im Fem
London
Omginger
Plana
T. MG Roberts Dekyy
Zagk Miller
Alimastoy
Prac- Healy
Gange
Plymouths
Leon
Zack” Miller
Eleanore
Milam Chevrolet Co
Deaser
Uriecs
Palace
San Antonio Motor
Main Ave
Michigan
Stretes
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