Coal gas replacing gasoline in UK motor vehicles
United States consul reports increased use of coal gas in British motors as a substitute for gasoline. About 4500 commercial vehicles are already equipped for coal gas with orders for 5606 more containers. Estimated gasoline savings reach 3 000 000 gallons annually, with gas traction viewed as a lasting economic shift beyond wartime needs.
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Assington
D. C
Halderman Dennison
United States
Birmingham
United Kingdom
Trac Ligne
National Defense Council calls for wider use of motor trucks
The National Council of Defense urges states to remove restrictions and taxes hampering motor truck use during wartime. It cites Maryland and New Jersey examples and warns that heavy regulation risks stranding farmers and food supply while stressing trucks as vital for interstate transport and war effort.
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National Council OF Defense
Gehin
Council of Nation Defense
Nighuy State
New Jersey
New York
Jy Abig
Maryland
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Highways Transport Committee
Council of National Wefiie
Lo Highways Transport
IUCEM
Herrawly Ak Koredaly
Oil Supply Confidence Amid 1918 Demand Projections
An article by Richard J. Leopard in the New York Times argues there is no fear of oil shortfall despite rising 1918 gasoline demand. It notes crude oil production growth lagging behind vehicle growth, emphasizes refinery efforts to increase gasoline yield, and projects 1918 crude and gasoline outputs with storage and stock context.
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Richard J, Leopard
New York Times
United States
Rermarkabl
Ostraloum Indus
Mosk
Rida
Parhuceles
Alwys
Erida
Vida
Shortage to be Covered by Petroleum Reserve
The report notes an estimated shortage of 3,900,000 barrels versus 4,000,000 on hand January 1, 1918. It suggests drawing from reserve stock and possibly Mexican crude to bridge the gap. It asserts experienced industry leaders can meet the supply need in 1912 if allowed to continue their control.
American car sets Australian cross country record in seven days
An American car completed a dramatic seven day tour across Australia setting a record. The journey faced shifting sand roads and gorges while crews slept six hours total, with the vehicle surviving the grind without any repairs. The feat highlights durability amid harsh outback conditions and long, remote stretches miles from stations.
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Australia
Lima Mide
Sydney
Tamenry
Angelraltt
United States
Lynn
Bat
Austria
Denver Health Officers Record Odd Medical Requests
Denver officials document two unusual cases at the health office. Ralph Litte sought urgent medical services after a dislocated jaw hindered verbal communication. A second patient described a shoulder dislocation amid a struggle, with lingering pain and lodging hour concerns.
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Denver
Cola
Ralph Litte
Nessir
The
City Health
Dex Tarmont
Wurgien Servise
Dittle
Mattie
Automobile Owners Elated Over Passage of Bills
Austin Texas March 31 motorists celebrate two enacted bills amending the State Highway Commission act. One allows quarterly registration payments, the other widens annual highway construction to at least ten miles. Registration fees will go to county tax collectors with a one half percent sales to counties, and collectors receive three percent for their services.
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Austin
Tex
Ptate
State Highway Commission
Auto Dealers’ Association of Texans
Sesulots
San Antonio
Highway Commission
Highway Department
George A. Duren
Women organize for Liberty Loan push
A community rally previewed, urging all citizens to attend talks on the Liberty Loan. Speakers cited personal responsibility and a sinking fund plan to retire bonds, while urging broad participation from both men and women to support the war effort.
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Rr Ae
Uncle Sam
Tena
Man Loses Savings When Shirt Roll Washed
Police recover most of a 349000 dollar stash hidden in a shirt worn by Charles Crane aged 40 whose savings were pinned to the garment. A laundry wash tore the roll and fragments were found in a washing machine. all but 100 dollars were recovered.
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Fretport
Uistrast
Charles Tf. Crane
Mfe
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