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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1928

Page

38

Maule Family Tours West in 1000 Mile Tur

The Maule family and relatives completed a long motor tour in a 1925 Chandler sedan, traveling across seven states and covering over 100 miles of continuous driving for a fuel cost of 40 cents. They visited Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, and Utah, crossing continental divides and mountain passes. The trip included sights like Rocky Mountain National Park and Pike's Peak, with the car performing reliably and the family planning more excursions.

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Auto Dealers Win Big Tax Refund in 3 Percent Excise Elimination

United States automobile dealers will receive about 10.8 million dollars in tax refunds after the 3 percent auto tentative excise tax was eliminated effective May 20. The refund reflects inventory and sales activity prior to the tax repeal and signals a substantial financial relief for the auto trade nationwide.

United States

Effect of Nawn Base Is Not Yet Clear

Uncertain impact of the Nawn Base facility remains unclear. Officials say effects on regional operations and nearby communities will unfold with time and further evaluation.

Prize Winners Diana Shines in Paris Motor Championship

Mile. Diana shown with her Oakland Six recently won the women’s motor championship at Monthlery Autodrome in Paris France. The car is one of late model coupes distributed here by Alamo Automobile Co.

Diana Oakland Monthlery Autodrome Paris France Alamo Automobile Co

Chevrolet Coach Resists Heavy Cyclone Impact

A Chevrolet coach in a Kansas cyclone wrecked a garage at Cafleyvide, with the car’s body largely intact. Debris clearance revealed the garage floor buried under timber and rubble but the car’s frame and wind shield remained unbroken, though a rear quarter shows impact.

Chevrolet Kansas Eyelone Mie Civice Company Cafleyvide Aion Windfew

Oad Display Attracts Man To New Cars At Show

The announcement and reception of the new Cadillac and LaSalle cars drew unusual interest at the Good Motor Company showroom in Lexington and Dallas. Vice president and general manager Der Dotson said since the door opened on Thursday August 28 there was a steady stream of visitors. He noted buyers on opening day and said many were interested in purchasing Hillac or LaSalle cars rather than merely viewing. Improvements and refinements in the new models were highlighted.

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President Sedan Gains Popularity

The Shilehaker corporation reports rapid uptake of its new Peesifont straight eight model within two months of introduction. Dealers across the United States list the car among the most popular offerings, indicating strong market demand and rising brand visibility for Shilehaker.

Shiehaker Teceit Shilehaker Corporation The United

Aviation man purchases Hupmobile at Duncan Field display

Mrs. C G Horton wife of the aviation repair superintendent at Duncan Field San Antonio buys a Hupmobile Century Eight sedan from San Antonio Motor Company. The article highlights features like the Sewere Mosh transmission four wheel brakes and curved plate glass. It notes Cadillac and LaSalle displays and strong sales on opening day with cars scarce for demonstrations.

C. G. Horton Duncan Field San Antonio Air

Aag ers praise Studebakers by racing drivers

A group of racing drivers praised the Studebaker eight as the finest stock car after the 3600 mile Atlantic City run. Zeke Meyer Cliff Berger and Tim Crenson lauded its balance and handling while noting fuel efficiency and durability.

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Plymouth comparison to rivals at market prices

A brief note compares the new Chrysler built Plymouth with competing cars in its class at the price points listed. The fragment cites San Pedro and references price figures 695 700 702 as part of the discussion.

Detroit Plymouth

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