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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1912
Page
14
The article argues that ability rating, not horsepower, determines performance. It highlights the Franklin Little Six as the lightest six cylinder car, with the best power to weight ratio. A lighter car delivers better hill climbing speed and overall efficiency for the day’s run.
Umpires from both leagues endorse the Chalmers Trophy picks for all star teams. Klein selects Larry Doyle at second base for the National League and Evans names Speaker at center field for the American League. Last year’s Chalmers winners also appear on the rosters.
Article traces evolution of car bodies from rear entry to side doors and foredoors, praising the Flanders Colonial Electric known as The American Beauty. It argues innovations driven by logic survive while curious gimmicks fade, noting improved batteries and charging that modernize electric vehicles and render earlier designs obsolete.
Detroit reports Max Pemberton in the London Daily Mail notes France has embraced the low priced American car. Ford types dominate roads from Paris to provinces. imports rise to £299,400 in four months, with French buyers praising durability and cheap spares while weighing against Rolls Royce and cycle cars.
G W Bennett of Gramm Motor Truck company describes the widespread presence of Gramm trucks in nearly every civilized country. He notes Manila, Philippines as a key user with five vehicles and ongoing orders, illustrating the firm’s international reach and influence in transportation.
The excerpt notes a rate of about two per month and highlights Honolulu's supply of Gramm goods as firms replace alder horse and wagon delivery with Gramms. It lists Brazil, Venezuela, Cuba, Porto Rico, Australia, New Zealand and other countries already accustomed to Gramm trucks for merchandise and passenger hauling.
Gramm Motor Truck of Lima Ohio introduces the road saver a ratchet and dog hub attachment for its five ton model to prevent trucks from rolling back on hills. The lever operated dog drops into hub teeth to lock the wheel during uphill stops and avoids runaway even if the drive chain breaks. It surpasses sprags which dig into hard pavement and plow the road.
Vaughan Glaser, actor and producer, recalls touring by motor car after a Pittsburg to Philadelphia run. He notes overland troupes cover vast miles, with 6500 miles traveled this season. He contrasts modern motor tours with old horse-drawn shows and weather delays.
Yale football history shows 220 games from 1884 to 1892 with 15 losses and 9214 points for Yale against 479 for opponents. The team defeated both Harvard and Princeton in the same year 13 times, including two double defeats.
The ad touts a self starting gasoline car with push button lighting and top curtains for storms. It highlights effortless starting, quiet operation, comfortable seating, ample storage, and easy entry and exit, claiming reliability and a Pullman like absence of fuss.
The car to delight a woman's eye appeals to her taste with perfect proportions and sweeping body lines. Its high radiator, large electric headlights, and Brewster green finish convey pride in possession, while black Japan metal parts and nickel trimmings add a lasting, refined look.
The advertisement touts various car body styles including Roadster four-passenger five-passenger and Sedan with features like electric lamps, dash lamps, tail lamp and tools. It invites readers to request a women’s booklet by sending name and address via postal card.
A local discussion explores grease and grime from garage workers in cars and proposes a solution via rear gasoline tanks. William Steinhardt cites high end models like Packard and Pierce-Arrow adopting rear tanks to reduce grease on cushions and suits while ensuring steady fuel flow for uphill climbs.
A Cadillac Overland touring car owned by E. F. Sawyer earns the nickname camel from a Toledo motorist. She reports 26 miles in three hours through rough sand roads near Cadillac, comparing the route to Michigan desert conditions.
More than 200 Chalmers cars have been delivered to Texas buyers as Alamo Auto Sales reports a record pace. G A C Halff credits strong Texas business, favorable conditions, and 1913 Chalmers features including refined suspension and quality design. The six cylinder model leads with notable price and performance.
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