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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1916

Page

13

Jeffery Six car features refined ride and new design

S W Smith of Standard Motor Sales announces the Jeffery Six a redesigned six cylinder with a lower hammer swung body longer wheel base and under slung springs. The crankshaft is oversized and balanced for smooth operation rated at 63 horsepower with 60 mph top speed and 400 miles per gallon fuel efficiency.

Jeffery New Six S. W. Smith Standard Motor Sales Company Jeffery Mr. Smith Thomas B. Jeffery Company

Carburetors Impact on Modern Engine Performance

Industry leaders urge better carburetion to match engine advances. J W Smith of Standard Motor Sales notes cost pressures risk heart‑weakness in cars. Bayfield stands as the economical yet powerful standard, while Rayfield gains in popularity across leading models including the Jeffery six.

J. W. Smith Standard Motor Sales Company Jeffery Six

Rubber powers submarine hardware across crucial seals and cells

A Goodyear expert notes rubber plays a vital role in submarine equipment including battery cells, separators, insulators, gaskets on doors and hatches, manhole covers, torpedo tube covers, and valves ensuring water tightness.

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Studebaker sales surge as Clem Motor reports record week

John Clem Jr. claims 16 Studebaker cars sold in one day and 32 in a week as Clem Motor Car promotes value and production gains. He notes increasing inquiries, Ford parts in stock, and strong prosperity with European demand rising amid the war.

John Clem Studebakers John Clem Jr Clem Motor Car Company Studebaker Studebaker Corporation

Pathfinders Sell Fast Across Southwestern Texas

Paul Van de Velde of the Cicero Automobile Company asserts that Pathfinder autos reach new buyers as wealth grows, selling Interstate cars in great numbers across about fifty counties in Southwestern Texas. He notes a shift in the market and predicts continued growth.

Paul van de Velde The Cicero Automobile Company Texas

Auto demand rises as Biggs notes strong Ford sales

Charles K. Biggs of Central Tire Company reports good demand for automobiles and accessories. He cites steady Ford sales with multiple car loads expected, highlighting popularity of the touring car and town car and increasing demand for closed models and the coupelet. He also mentions preparing larger shops to meet orders.

Charles K. Biggs Central Tire Company Main Avenue Travis Street Ford

New Hudson Touring Sedan At Crockett Auto Show

William Steinhardt of the Crockett Automobile Company promotes a handsome Hudson touring sedan as a sister to the popular Hudson limousine. He notes rising demand for all season cars as more people enjoy outdoor activities and seek reliable vehicles.

William Steinhardt Crockett Automobile Company

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