Ford Streamlining Shapes Modern Automobiles
Max Garrett of Jordan-ivers Motor Company outlines how streamlined design reduces wind resistance and improves efficiency. He notes headlights integrated into slipstream fenders and the removal of ornate trims, leading to a sleeker look and better performance on 1939 Ford V-8s and the new Ford N-8.
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Max Garrett
Jordan-ivers Motor Company
Ford
Lincoln-Zephier
Garsett
Ford Motor Company
Oxen
Effirighay
Paralands
Mr. Garrett
Used Carstock Full of Values at Ford Dealership
George Bones of George Jones Inc announces a major used car sale to attract buyers for new cars. The dealer invites customers to appraise trade ins, offering generous allowances and special prices on a large selection of used vehicles as they move to a new San Antonio location.
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Ewava
George Bones
George Jones, Inc
Ford
Mercury
Jebus
San Antonio
Two champions set new mark at Indianapolis endurance run
The Studebaker champions completed a record endurance run at Indianapolis speedway traveling 16 000 miles in under 15 hours. The time 14 510 set a stock car record for their class as engines and transmissions remained untouched. Both champions ran steadily with no major mechanical issues, achieving a coast-to-coast style milestone reported by Winevic.
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Studeleker Chhmpion
Mame
Winevieh
Wineriek Mole Salon “Company
Bresdway
Steret
Indiamapolis Speedway
Gevardly
Winevich
America Autonobile Association
Tudebaker
Wineries
Una
Caniducien Warler
Tne
Chayripis Sveroger
Fraysco
Ford features outlined in new V eight models
Ford dealers describe the new V-8 line emphasizing exclusive ventilated front seat design with four inch forward back adjustment and four belt changes to tailor comfort. They note an upgraded instrument panel, knee clearance, padded seat backs, and pre compressed multiple nail springs in cushions for smoother ride.
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Frank A. Gillespie
Herpes-Gillespie
Ford Dealers
Broadway
Fourth
Ford
Gillespie
Super Finish Reduces Wear in Chrysler Cars
Friction reduction via new supentnest finishes on Chrysler cars aims to cut wear and extend performance. EB A Pas notes summer finish lowers surface friction on various moving parts, with Pontiac using similar protective finishes across many components and materials.
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Chrysler
EB. A. Pas
A.B. Pat Motor Company
Plymouth
Poe
Jay
Farmall M Display Highlights Low Price and New Features
Public viewing of the new low-priced Farmall M at International Harvester details the siting of the comfortable sponge seat and row cultivation ease. The showcase notes four forward speeds, a four-cylinder valve-in-head engine, and direct attachable implements for versatile field work including tender crops and vegetable cultivation.
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International Harvester Company
Internation Harvester
Karl W. Freeman
Culti-Vision
Willy Overland sets high stock car record at Langhorn event
Willy Overland dominates a grueling 100 mile stock car race at Langhorn, with Bert Russ of Sventon and Willy Overland staff lauding the performance. Track roughness and sharp turns tested cars, but Willy Overland claimed victory as officials praised the Ford powered entry and accompanying team.
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Tod
Langhorn
Wilys-Overland
LL. C
Pegeie) Martin
C. Martin Motac Company
Bronamy
W Overland
Ross
Sfflelats
den Kekower
Wilye-Ouver
Land Experimental Department
General Tire Sales Gain Reported In 1949 Half Year
General Tire shows strong web sales and regional distribution in San Antonio through Hayner Tire Stores and distributor Jim Navarro. National sales total 8 322 139 48 dollars with a 41 2 percent rise over 1944. Board declares 69 cent quarterly dividend payable July 31 to holders of record July 21.
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Et Gall Af
Fred IR. Hauer
Hayner Tire
Jim Navarro
Lic
San Antonio
Veneratres Minh
Jlurieg
Neb
O'Nell
O'Neil
Veteran Ford dump truck tours expositions and miles
A Ford dump truck with over 411063 miles on its odometer and a record of high mileage is traveling from the Golden Gate exposition toward the New York World’s Fair. It has transported over 100000 tons of gravel and other materials and once served Hipp Huntington Park, California. The vehicle, a Ford V 5 tank truck, is replacing another high mileage unit that logged 724900 miles delivering gasoline from Charleston to stations in the Southeast.
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Ttuck
Pacific Coast
the & Hozean Materialg Company
Huntington Park
Calif
Ford Motor Company
Jacksonville
Finn
Charleston
D. C
Caroline
Georgia
Plortén
Bright colors gain favor among car buyers in 1996
Bright colors are growing in popularity among motorists. Chrysler notes that only about a quarter of 1996 cars are black while gray, green and blue lead. Ownership of expensive models rises with age and conservatism, as black increases in higher price brackets.
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Chrysler
Chevrolet Truck Registrations Lead Industry Rise in 1986
Milam Chevrolet head Joe Preeman credits the sharper rise in Chevrolet truck registrations to new models, broader options, and AA A certified long distance performance. Nationally, Chevrolet registrations rose 22.7 percent from 1986, while the industry excluding Chevrolet grew 11.5 percent.
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Chevrolet
WSS Lo Dale
Joe Preenao
Milam Chevrolet Company
United States
Eritire
Preeman
Pontiac
Orsinger Co Hosts All Day Barbecue in Seguin Park
Orsinger Munter company with Thudson distributors will host over 200 dealers, employees, and families at Mist Starcke Park Seguin Sunt lay for an all day outing. Ward Orsinger says sports like baseball golf archery or shopping will engage attendees with a big noon meal.
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Orsinger Munter Company
Thudson Distributers
Mist Starcke Park
Seguin Suntlay
Ward Orsinger
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Aeruty
NEW CULTI-VISIONAL_ FARMALL
South Flores
Pontiac Motors
Willy
Vial City
Gelden Gate International Exposition
Ford Sealers
Jordan-Ivers
Herpel-Giljene
Monae
Piers
Cal
Hervel
Trugk Oales
Orsinger Co
Motonw Yalu
Ormsby Chevrolet CO
ST. Mary's
Smith Motor Sales CO
Milam Chevrolet CO
N. Flores
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