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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1908
Page
20
A dealer argues that a $2,000 to $5,000 automobile can match or exceed the value of pricier cars. He urges businessmen to test drive the Mitchell, promising a silent argument of style, finish, and performance. Contact offered for demonstrations or mailed information.
San Antonio stands out as a premier auto city with nearly 300 automobiles reported. Early summer is expected to boost local motoring activity as tourists, residents, and visiting motorists explore graded roads and popular drives to Fredericksburg Blanc o and nearby towns. Local garages rent machines while chauffeurs find steady work, and city motorists back plans for a new 44 mile link toward a government target range, supporting the Good Roads movement.
Boston show highlight featured a non puncturable belt for presimatic tires. Invented by a physician the pmewmiatte fire projector uses rubber strands and steel disks to form a resilient non puncture band between the tire and inner tube. It claims to shield the inner chamber from sharp objects and reduce accidents.
St Louis and Chienge lead in cars this year with 20 tours in garages. San Antonio shows a wide range of 2 to 4 horse power touring and runabout models with shaft drive and removable tonncan. The Spring Carnival and International Fair promise auto races and road improvements to sustain rider interest all summer.
The text outlines a mechanical procedure for starting a bolt that is tight. It suggests halting to locate nuts, drawing or driving home components, or applying slight torque to the nuts. Then it advises winding the threads a few turns and using a tool to clip or grip the bolt, with precautions if it slips or the tend slips.
New York officials and auto racers reach a truce for the Briarcliff trophy stock car contest on a 30 mile Westchester circuit. State road repairs will be completed in advance, with plans to improve roads and dust control to ensure safe race conditions. Robert Lee Morrell leads the automobile manufacturers committee on inspections with Mr. Skene and aides set to verify the course needs.
A fragmented report discusses hand tooling for wheel and nut work, the reliability of footing in automobiles, and safety. It cites officials like President Hutchkiss and calls for better public credit with a new campaign for lineshops and a national card system. The piece mentions an export push, Dresden equipment, and growing use of autos in various countries, noting excessive speed but deeming general users seek reliability over raw power.
A 12 month concerted effort yields a new removable rim and tire model with a bolted on tie that cannot be removed when deflated, enabling quick tire changes with minimal tools. The design includes a rim that tightens after puncture and resists accidental removal, improving safety and reliability.
In celebration of an anniversary an auto parade is planned in New York during the week of April. The owner's program includes Tuesday evening events with all makes invited to participate on Wednesday April. The event will feature exhibits of old and new automobiles and plans to attract enthusiasts from the area.
A confused report from Tom Preis Thapne describes a night of flashes and bright lights in a French town. Authorities investigated a fire in a meadow area but traced the blaze to an acetylene device in the car of an American automobile traveler, suggesting an unexpected source and international intrigue.
Hayden Eames of a major auto panel notes most wagon users favor a power wagon and weigh gasoline versus electric. He says neither is strictly competitive. for given work gasoline needs fewer drivers while electric favors maintenance costs. Terrain and location affect choosing the best option.
A proposed measure to require lights on all horse drawn and motor vehicles at night gains tentative support in a state committee hearing. Opposition seems minimal as remarks indicate broad backing on the main point while related taxation proposals receive favorable consideration. Governor Guild’s position has been discussed and two subcommittees are expected to favor enactment.
Frank P. Misley a former Chicago auto dealer touring Europe writes that motor cabs and commercial vehicles may not suit America. He notes Europe’s rough streets, softer roads, and different traffic patterns require different designs and power. He argues American roads and winters would challenge cabs, buses, and city transport, citing London Berlin and Paris conditions observed during his three weeks abroad.
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