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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1928
Page
36
The article explains why automobile makers reduce overall height using double drop frames and revised suspensions to lower bodies without compromising headroom. It notes safety, handling, and ground clearance tradeoffs, the cost increase for lower frames, and the trend toward sportier, lower designs with smaller wheels and changed brake and suspension systems.
Stamp fenders story notes pressure of work in stage fny the peer sheet metal fenders of Oldame De.
Neal and Mrs Neal recently rode a Pontiac from Bristol Virginia to San Antonio in 63 hours at about 20 miles per gallon. They encountered mud in Arkansas and the car led the field in pulling through safely, according to Mr Neal.
Production schedules show Dodge Brothers aimed at about 27 000 units for August as demand soars for cars and trucks. Dodge and Chrysler executives stressed no radical changes and confirmed both brands will stay independent in operations and personnel.
A technical discussion notes chromium finishes surpass other coatings in hardness and long life for auto parts. It explains evolving processes that yield a brilliant, nondegrading luster, with tests showing superior surface hardness and resistance to elements, while nickel-plate trials failed to meet standards.
Current operations remain solid with August activity sustaining into September. Industry indicators from Cram's Autoractive Reports, Inc. suggest factory demand remains strong, original equipment orders high, and overall production near 90 percent capacity. Retail sales dip slightly as factory demand holds, pointing to a cautious but steady near term outlook for the sector.
City ordinance imposes a curfew on car horns from 1 to 4 AM and requires chauffeurs to slow at intersections. It ends the practice of silent, rushed driving by hand signals, mandating horn use only where the law permits.
The article discusses proposed pedestrian rights measures intended to redefine street use. It notes concerns that the changes may stigmatize walking and affect public safety and traffic balance. The report cites national authority guidance and expected interventions to enforce safer, more accessible crossings.
A corrupted OCR item mentions auto taxes at twenty dollars per passenger and details unclear. It references a spuriously fragmentary note about vehicles, park fees, and possible hospital or institutional references. Strong named entities are absent or unreadable due to text damage.
Har ry's Gohoal Gnenge at 110 East Dewey street enters its third year with enrollment in automotive and electrical courses Sept WW to 17. Head TL. MB. Shore reports 18 enrolled with expected 60 more this Fall. Karl Crawford, Conradahr oversee departments. classes run daily 8:90 to 4:30 with evening sessions Mondays and Wednesdays. About 90 percent of training comes from hands on shop work and student projects.
A damaged OCR item notes fuel efficiency issues from unseen leaks in the Zurt line and explains how evaporation and steering adjustments affect mileage. It mentions adjusting the steering column as a feature of a new Olds motor vehicle and hints at tailoring fit for different drivers to improve comfort and fuel use.
Norwegian Swedish Motor Car Classic was won by Mathiesen driving an Amerie car, finishing 1550 kilometers ahead of Graham-Paige entries. Mathiesen, a top Kooy rate delivery driver, praised the event as one of the few motor races that could boost automotive racing.
Le De Ormsby, head of the firm, outlines widespread upgrades across the Ormsby Chevrolet dealership. He notes expanded services, new equipment, enhanced street presence, and a strengthened road service fleet to meet rising demand in the Southwest. The announcement frames growth as natural expansion within a thriving San Antonio area market.
A garbled 1920s style report indicates California gas tax receipts totaling about 32 million dollars with a 4 cent rate earlier and a reduced 2 cent rate in the first half of the period. It notes a future 6.58 percent surcharge and references related fiscal adjustments and fuel consumption figures.
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