Pathfinder Autos Offer Limited Production
The Pathfinder series is described as a high class car by Paul an de Velde of Cicero Auto To. The company aims to build only a limited number of cars emphasizing intimate attention to small details for comfort and satisfaction. The Pathfinder Twin Six motor is praised and noted for a record run across the continent in high gear under A A A supervision, reaching over 60 mph before the seals were broken in New York.
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Paul An de Velde
Cicero Auto
Ries Pathfinder
New York
Megaphone Idea Based on Ram's Horn Shape
A Boston doctor builds a megaphone inspired by the ram’s horn design arguing its curve yields the clearest sound amplification. The device follows natural acoustic principles and aims to improve voice projection.
Industrial accidents could be greatly reduced with safety devices
Estimates suggest 90 percent of accidents can be prevented. Sixty percent by safety devices and eighty percent by proper worker training.
Hudson super six makes Pike's Peak climb record
William Steinhardt of Crockett Automobile Co reports the Hudson super six set the fastest time in Pike's Peak hill climb. The 12 mile ascent was completed in 18 minutes aboard a car praised by locals for speed and endurance on the high altitude road.
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Pike’s Peak
Hudson Super- Six
William Steinhardt
Crockett Automobile Company
Pike's Peak
Steinhardt
San
Antonian
Zebulon Pike
Tire Economy 5 Often Dangerous
Claus Spreckels, secretary of Savage Tire Company, warns against putting worn tires on front wheels. He says front tire blowouts cause loss of control and serious, often fatal accidents. He urges using new tires on front first, then moving them to the rear to finish their life.
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Claus Spreckels
Savage Tire Company
Spreckles
Red Tire Company
Mr. Spreckles
Hudson Car Sets Unmatched Summit Record Ascent
A Hudson super six special set a remarkable record during a hill climb toward Pike's Peak summit. The text explains radiator water loss, air density effects on water boiling, and extreme altitude conditions, noting opponents doubted any similar car could approach such an effort.
Goodyear Bluestreak Tires Shine Abroad in 1000 Mile Run
Goodyear Bluestreak motorcycle tires proved their credit in Stockholm Sweden as five of six riders finished a 1000 mile test with perfect scores. A sixth rider was slowed by a motor defect, not tire related, according to Goodyear manager C F Dwyer. A German metallurgist reportedly invented a compressed air recess for selective steel hardening.
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Stockholm
Sweden
C. F. Dwyer
Goodyear Ace & Rubber Company
San Anonio
Hupmobile 11 000 Owners Rally Behind Model
Twelve thousand Hupmobile owners register criticisms yet 11 000 vote 99 percent satisfaction. The campaign cites high efficiency, strong pulling power, quick getaway, and gearless flexibility as key advantages. Monthly expert inspection and care funded by coupons are highlighted.
Jamison Predicts Big Improvement in Auto Accessories Demand
J T Jamison manager of Auto Owners Supply Co reports strong demand for automobile accessories. He notes doubling floor space at Nos 215 217 Avenue Co and optimistic outlook with expected 25 percent rise this year and similar rise next season. He cites Hood tires and Goodyear tires as key brand choices guiding a record transcontinental trip by Miss Preuss.
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J. T. Jamison
Auto Owners’ Supply Company
Avenue Co
Woman Completes Transcontinental Drive on Goodyear Tires
Amanda Preuss drove an Oldsmobile eight roadster from San Francisco to New York in eleven days five hours ten minutes setting a new transcontinental record for a woman and for a solo driver. Goodyear manager C F Dwyer praises her car tire confidence and solo endurance while detailing letters of introduction and a message from Mayor Rolph along the route.
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San Francisco
Mitchel
New York
Miss Preuss
Reno
Salt Lake City
Cornell Bluffs
South Bend
Canton
Gettysburg
Trenton
Goodyear
Amanda Preuss
C. F. Dwyer
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
San Antonio
Preuss
Rolph
Goodyear Tires Endorse Aerial Feats By Goodyear Crew
San Antonio manager C F Dwyer touts Goodyear Aeroplane tires for Joe Boquel the San Francisco aviator whose loop the loop stunts thrill Western crowds. Roquel supports the claim that a sudden stop risks more than a drop and credits Goodyear tires with safer landings and protection for pilot and craft.
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Joe Boquel
San Francisco
C. F. Dwyer
Goodyear Tire &Rubber Co
San Antonio
Roquel
Ban on Rent Beaters by St Louis Real Estate Exchange
The St Louis Real Estate Exchange plans a system to eliminate undesirable tenants. An assistant secretary keeps a card index of all undesirables, accessible to members. If a tenant appears suspicious, brokers can check if a brother agent has reported him and why.
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St. Louis Real Estate Exchange
Exchange
Submarine styled auto body on Mitchell chassis spawns sales
An unusual midship style car body designed by J H Clark and built on Mitchell chassis appears in New York. The white enamel finish with mahogany deck evokes a nautical theme and seats six with a starboard door and tilt front cushion for access. A Chicago inventor patents a metal curtain to protect contents from breakage.
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New York City
Greorge Wroten
A. &. Staacke Automobile Company
J. H. Clark
Mitchell
New York
Chicago
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