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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 07, 1915

Page

22

Studebaker progress shown in antique car tour lessons

Sales manager T J Ollier of Studebaker, via Collins Clem Auto, notes dramatic progress over three seasons in a comparison of a 1817 model car with current models. He cites easier entry, electrics, weather protection, lighter weight, better steering and brakes, and a modern long stroke motor as clear advances, reflecting steady forward design evolution.

T. J. Ollier Studebaker Corporation Collins- Clem ‘Auto Company Tuel Through & Wong Piedern Studevaker X. Whee Stength Omre Cat Anonlie

Why an Auto Show Still Matters For Buyers and Industry

The article argues auto shows remain valuable for buyers to compare models and learn how components work while highlighting Franklin cars with air cooling, Goodyear tire dominance, and industry trends. It notes shows present current productions, not new premieres, and emphasize education, inquiries, and direct factory contact.

Morden Franti Nan New York Chicago Franklin Company

Goodyear 15 World’s Largest Tire Factory Declares Growth

A historical note describes the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s production growth over six years, including figures for tires made and sold from 1910 to 1914, with a San Antonio Goodyear branch led by Winnid C. & Dwrer. The piece argues Goodyear remains the world’s largest tire manufacturer and cites a projected market saturation in 1018.

Fleorce Gaadysesr Tire & Ruber Company Winnid C. & Dwrer Goodyear San Antonio Staley They Eudy

Goodyear Rubber Shipments Reach America After Embargo Lift

A 500 ton crude rubber cargo aboard the Unimoad arrived in Avon on Friday January 22 for Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. A second 500 ton shipment aboard the Lusitania was due, marking the first two large imports since Britain lifted the embargo. Officials say ample supply should curb price increases, with uncertainty lingering over longer-term policy. President J A Setherling was in London, expected to return home soon as negotiations concluded.

Avon Goodyaay Tire & Rubber Company England Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Lusitania America Emirates Goodyear United States Tire & Rubber Company Walter Great Britain JA. Setherling

Franklin Company Reports Prosperity in December Sales Surge

Franklin Automobile Company released figures showing a strong December sales push with 515 sales representing 20.7 percent of the year’s output. Orders rose weekly, totaling over 229 percent of December 1913, while purchasers spent over $1,000,000 on Franklin cars.

Franklin Automobile Company Franklin Tt. FP Birdsong Pranklin San Antonio Tala Pranklin Automobile Company iByraeuse N. C Roston

American Knowledge Used in Great War Cannons and Cars

An article discusses the European war's cannon and military motor car design, highlighting heat treated alloy wheels and steels to withstand extreme stresses. It notes the enormous forces involved in 42 centimeter guns and high speeds, with insights from R R Abbott of Poertess Motor Car Company and Krupp Works director Schilling.

R. R. Abbott Poertess Motor Car Company Clavaland Woodward*Carriage Company Schilling Krupp Works Hplements America

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