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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1915

Page

6

Motorists Save on Tire Prices under Fair-List Plan

Goodrich company claims motorists saved about 25.0 million dollars annually after the fair-list price reduction on tires. Frank Dix, San Antonio manager, notes average savings of 3.50 per tire, with extensive reductions across listed models and similar cuts on rival makes. Government and industry observers see price relief amid rising costs, while Dodge Brothers’ sales campaigns expand in the South and Midwest.

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Goodrich Fair-List Propaganda Cuts Tire Costs for Car Owners

1915 Goodrich campaign promotes lower tire prices to boost car use, arguing that reduced tire and gasoline costs stimulate automobile ownership and mileage. It claims millions in yearly savings for state-licensed drivers and urges consumers to compare prices and test Goodrich Non-Skid tires against higher-priced rivals.

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No-Change Promise from Builders on Pricing and Quality

A contractor assures customers that construction remains consistent in quality and service with no reductions in materials despite any list price cuts. The statement emphasizes reliability and ongoing dependability in both workmanship and post sale support.

Automobiles Expected to Peak in 1916 Industry

Industry leaders predict a record year ahead as 1915 sales close strong and early 1916 models begin delivery. Despite French demand and car shortages, manufacturers report strong orders and plans to ramp up production, with several top makes already marketing 1916 lines.

Jin Ui Automobile Lee Ander Jeon Sales Manus Hupp Moltor Company Jenry Faye Automobile Demaun Hern Avery Planar MIR Ay Desioen Ative Fara

Hundred Telegrams Highlight Urgency From Dealers

Fragmentary notes reveal dealers sending urgent telegrams while firms anticipate a clamoring market. The text reflects surprise at the present situation and emphasizes proactive planning amid high demand.

King Eight Cylinder Car Deal Ties New York Firms

To back, president of the A Elliott Banner Company, contracted to distribute the eight cylinder King for metropolitan districts. The King Motor Car Company of Te virall closes what is described as one of the era’s major automobile deals. S. Tohast, head of the Motor Club and official in the Orphans' Day Association and New York Dealers' Association, praised the King product after tests.

New York Toback A. Elliott Banner Company Tan District King Motor Car Company Af T. Elliott Ranney Company United States Tooy Tohast Motor Club Orphans' Day Association New York Dealers’ Association Caal Pohack

What Next in the Auto Boom Eight to Twelve Cylinder Cars

The article surveys a surge in motor car innovation with eight cylinder models leading, followed by six and twelve cylinder variants. It notes unprecedented sales this year and debates whether further cylinder proliferation will continue, highlighting industry optimism and a focus on efficiency versus raw power.

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Death Valley Dodge Sets Record Desert Trek

Engineer O K Parker of Los Angeles completes a seven day Death Valley crossing in a Dodge Brothers touring car. The trip covers 987 miles through sand dunes and rough Malapai rocks, with high points like Searchlight Summit and Cajon Pass. Parker notes discovering valuable ores including molybdenite and suggests future development funding.

Nevada O. K. Parker Los Angeles Death Valley Ma Parker Dodge Brothers Peter Bush Bush Parker Dodge Funeral Range Genth Valley Cajon Pass Mojave Sink Blue Green Mojave Range Coulgardis

Long trip begins for Franklin party to California and Expo

On a long trip from Franklin Mr and Mrs W C Farmer of San Antonio with daughter Miss Katherine Marner as chauffeur depart Wednesday. They plan a summer tour including the Are Pronna-Preific Exposition in San Primekico and California travels. The trip is supported by Birdsong Powerntok Company distributors of Franklin care in the territory.

Birdsong Powherntok Company Distripaters Friallin

Goodyear Extends Offer on 8 V Tire Refund Promise

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co extends its confidence offer through July September 1 promising a full purchase price refund if Goodyear 8 V tires fail to prove superior on cost per mile when tested against competing standard truck tires. The plan follows a prior April to June period and targets paired wheels on identical trucks.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Goodyear C. W. Martin Jr Motor Trick Tire Department

Dodge Brothers Employes Field Day Planned for July

Dodge Brothers announces a factory closure for Saturday July 17 to allow about nine thousand workers to attend a large Field Day at Tashboe Park on the St. Clair river. Three excursion steamers will transport the crowd and the athletic committee has arranged both time honored and new contests including a ladies yelling contest and banana eating race. Prizes for some events are not yet disclosed.

Dodge Brothers Detroit Sefson Tashboe Park St. Clair Dodga Brothers Ernest Waisher 0. R Overmeyer Cemaittes Twestepper

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