Pitluk Advertising marks twenty first anniversary in San Antonio
The Pitluk Advertising company celebrated its twenty first birthday on March 16. Founder Jack N. Pitluk led the agency since its start, with long tenures from Gus J. Wid and Norman D. Beherke among key staff. The firm has earned national recognition through multiple associations and expanded a trade extension department for the San Antonio chamber of commerce.
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Pitluk Advertising Company
Jack N. Pitluk
Inter General
Austin American
Austin
Texas
American
Hel Sevier
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Southern Newspaper Publishers Association
Agricultural Publishers Association
Periodical Publishers Association
National Magazines
Associated Busittas Papers
National Outdoor Advertising Bureau
National Radio and Chain
Premier Dire
Trans-American Advertising Agency Group
Jack N. Pillak
San Antonio Advertising Club
Southwestern Association of Advertising Agencies
Pitlux
San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
Gus J. Wid
Norman D. Beherke
Berd
R. Cusick
Fred G. Allen
Lafayette College
The
Theological Seminary
Willys Proves Economy With New 110000 Mile Guarantee
LC Marlin Motor Co distributor L C Peggle Martin touts Willys new 110000 mile or three year guarantee. He notes economy of about 20 mpg and a stock model averaging 30.05 mpg under official rules, plus low operating costs. Features include hydraulic brakes, steel body, safety glass, and roomy interior.
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Willys Motor
Willys
L. C. “Peggle” Martin
Lc, Marlin Motor Company
Broadway
Motor Druyers
Martin
Anas
America
Qwnora
Maclin
Humble Dealers Meet San Antonio Service Agents
George Gray reports Humble OfL and Refining holds a district sales meeting to roll out new Humble gasoline improvements. J. W. Austin led the gathering with attendees including Malcolm J. Monrar, Fred Witt, and G. A. Mabry. local agents listed from San Antonio and nearby towns.
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George Gray
Humble Ofl and Refining Company
Humble
J. W. Austin
Malcolm J. Monrar
Fred Witt
G. A. Mabry
Piaclivity
San Antonio
O. F. Gori
Fraink A. Romantes
J. ©. Harlan
Farrel Brothere
Centennial
Gup Pena
John R. Blakey
Boswell
Brothers
H. Parrish
R. C. Haemitag
Vogt
A CO. Yarborough
John R
Helotea
J. C. Halliday
Sayers
H. W. Caruthers
Somerset
Schott Brothers
Castroville
George Woodward
Hondo
Insurance Ad Sparks Quick Uptake in San Antonio Market
Provident Life and Accident Insurance marketed a new combined hospitalization and surgical operation service. Cole Sm an and Company Agency ran ads in the San Antonio Daily notifying the offering. Under manager Bimer J Edwards, says the company achieved over a hundred sales on the policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Provident Lifeand Accident Insurance Company
Colesman and Company Ggency
San Antonio Tdght
Bimer J. Edwards
Decident and Health Department
Over & Hondred Sles
Palley
Motoring Fun on the Rise Driven by 1940 Innovations
George O. Beakley of the George Beakley Nash Co. argues motoring for fun will peak in 1940 due to mechanical advances including Nash’s conditioned air system and a new fourth speed, the overtaking gear. He notes the overtake engages at 32 mph, cuts engine revs by 10 percent, saves up to 25 percent in gas and 450 percent in oil, and improves power during overruns.
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George O. Beakley
George Beakley
Nash Company
BLT Broadway
Nash
Beakley
Beckley
Beer Center Sobriety Record Marked in Faversham
In Faversham Kent a seven year sobriety record at the local beer center stands after magistrates note no drunks appearing from Britain s beer industry during that period.
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Beer Center
Faversham
Kent
Favershent
Ceh
Britain
Generator Replace Battery In Modern Automobiles
Jordan-Ivers Motor Co official B A Vinegar explains that generators now supply most electrical loads in 1940s cars, replacing batteries for ignition and lamps. He notes a 35 ampere load (about 26 watts) equals a living room’s heating needs, reflecting growing in-car demands for climate, lights, and radios.
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B.A
Bil” Vinegare
Jordan-Ivers Moter Company
Ford
Mercury
Lincoln- Zephyr
Uemieder
Tautomablie
W Ory
Vineyard
Geneator
Vine
Yard
Two Tone Car Color Boom Spurs Custom Orders
In a San Antonio display Chevrolet dealer L. Dy Ormaby touts 1940 two tone cars and a print shop ready to produce custom color combinations. Managers cite high demand as customers request two tone sedans coupes and sport models with French top and brown hues. Pontiac Torpedo Eight wheel speeds noted for reference at 65 mph and 1045 rpm.
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Fastre
Chelst
L. Dy
Mike Persia
Ormsby
Geo Lemans
Delaire
Letoning
Agust Lozano
Chevrolet Fleet Drives Local Firms in Transportation Push
The article notes Star Provision Co and Reyes & Sona Inc using 100 percent Chevrolet fleets to meet rapid growth and transport needs. Front and center are executives M Reyes, J Vernandes, and Mallsberger, with addresses in local industrial zones and logistics partners aiding distribution.
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Star Provision Company
M. Reyes & Sona, Inc
South Taree
Chevrolet
Sudan
Vivini Batchant
OU. Mallsberger
Glaz Provision Company
Blanding
Fronto
Il Tracks
M. Reyes
Reyes Packing Company
Joe Vernandes
Milam Chevrolet Company
Ford motors prove dependable value in wartime to present day
The piece extols Ford engineering from the Liberty engine to the V eight, highlighting dependability, economy, and simple design. It notes wartime plans to ease production, the Model T’s lasting service, and Pontiac engineers’ pride in safety and value, with Ford and Pontiac framing the automotive highlights of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank M. Gillespie
Herper-Gillespie
Ford Deniers
Broadway
Ford Motore
Iiet
Henry Ford
Ford Engineers
Pontiac
Ford
Motive Industries
Champion Test Slated In 9 A A
A nationwide challenge tests the Studebaker Champion’s miles per gallon on Highway 60 South. On Tuesday March 18 at 11 am officials from Winoerich Motor Sales will supervise a sealed fuel test near the San Jose mission. A calibrated container will measure one gallon, then the car will run until fuel exhaustion. Results will go to the Studebaker factory for comparison with other dealers during National Economy Week.
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Studebaker
Highway 60
Plank
Winoerich Motor Sales ‘Company
Studebaker Dialpibutara
Third Street
San Jose Mission
B.S. C. Coppork
Alamo
Vkre Tully
Quatery
George P. Keller
Harvey Towers
Winerich Motor Siles Company
New Loan Plan Offers Low Rates and Quick Cash in San Antonio
Branley H. Laird of the Automobile Commercial Corporation announces a new loan plan with 5 percent annual interest, insured payment features, and up to 18 months terms. The firm offers 25 to 800 loans without endorsers, cash in 30 minutes, and a special 1940 license tag purchase offer with small monthly payments.
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Branley H. Laird
San Antono
Automobile Commercial Corporation
Mir Laird
San Antonio
Texas
The
Sa Antonio
Broadway
Myo City
Laird
Allo
Helen Fishback
Gir
George Brennan
Kinsel-Robinson opens Broadway showroom for Lincoln Zephyr
Kinsel-Robinson Co opens at 93 Broadway with Mercury and Lincoln Zephyr V-12 sales. Russell Good named distributor manager for San Antonio area. Moxie Brooks appointed service department manager at 981 Broadway. Readily positioned as modern, progressive auto representatives in Southwest Texas.
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Farpest
A. Kinsel
Texas
Lincoln-Zephyr
Broadway
Kinsel-Robinson Company
Exelvelce San Antoni
Mercury
Abeam-Zephyr
Kinsel
Bing
Eagle Pass
Hebbronville
Corpus Christ
San Antonio
Russell Good
Mr. Dead
San Antonin
Mr. Good
America
Moxie Brooks
Kinger-Robinson Company
Brondway
Brooks
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Bell Furniture Company
West Commerce
Main Avenue
Fuil
W. C
Bill” Rowles
Norge Southwest
Norge Distributors
Norge Bollator
Joe Hyman
Howe
Kellys
Mgr. H. M. Camp
Springfield
Nevelow Bros, Inc
Lac
Chevrolet Transportation
Ghlore Inford
ACC
AGLP
Tlondon
Conta
ARP
ATP
Kinsel-Robinson Co
Southweat
Chrysler
Traveler
Saratoga
Eats
Transportacion
Liu
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Vidi
Herat
Somerchandise
Berthins
Yai
Whitin
Woellawe Phearmers
Pavel
Nagai Ware
Aziec Gurae
Moduete
Zaniel Beixhte
Jan
Clty
Inanes Company
Nori Flores
Roosevell
Belsyd
Syers-Parma Copany
Panamree
Fie
Snooth Alamo
Orient
Kurup
Mire
Tuslor's Bakery
Blunane
Permanente
Bridwin Besaly
Goustin
Hullmares
Tie Marine
Conipany
South Zarraines
T. J. Wilts
Roberts Qualty Bakery
Biden's
F. G. Zoller
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