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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1912
Page
9
The 1913 automobile season is predicted to be a banner year with cotton crops in the South seen as driving demand. San Antonio agents report strong local and country district orders, with manufacturers touting improved, reliable delivery and peak quality in new models.
A. H. Dandurand of Montreal unveils a Packard truck chassis with a 26 foot private railroad car style body. It seats twenty five for short trips and eleven for long journeys with driver, cook, and dining area. includes mahogany interior, green silk drapery, and four telephone instruments. Built by P Brault Montreal, special springs ensure smooth riding as Dandurand plans Florida winter touring.
Local creamery offers catering for cold desserts with specials today including bisque ice cream and orange ice. Call option remains at phone number 871 for orders and inquiries.
A nationwide trial highway from New York to San Francisco aims to be completed by January 1, 1915 in time for the Panama exposition. Auto makers pledge 1 percent of gross receipts for one year, with funds to be paid in installments. Detroit Indianapolis and other centers mobilize large gifts and material allocations to support the project.
A seasoned motorist explains that driving slowly on wet roads and using chains on all wheels greatly reduces skid risk. He warns against braking to avoid locking rear wheels and advises turning front wheels with the rear when sliding. The article emphasizes carrying and fitting chains as the best precaution.
Detroit ranked sixth among U S manufacturing centers in the latest census. Ford Motor Co alone logged over 50 million dollars in business in 1912, far surpassing the value of all Detroit auto production that year. The city’s total automotive output reached about 59.54 million dollars, leading all Detroit products.
The Chalmers Company touts its role as a first mover in the auto industry with models from 1908 to 1913. It highlights theThirty Six and Six as midpriced, feature rich cars offering comfort, self starters, and long stroke motors, plus in‑house parts production and strong organization.
The Duke of Westminster buys a Hudson, claiming it the best reliable mid sized car. He is described as the world’s richest man with seven million pounds yearly income. The purchase follows other British nobility owning Hudson cars and ties to royal usage.
The American Automobile Association plans an open Atlantic to Pacific car tour for owners of all makes. Starting in New York City in September, guided by A L West, the pathfinder of the AAA, the 3000 mile trip spans 40 to 55 days along the Midland Trail through multiple states. An entrance fee applies per car, with passengers paying their own expenses but enjoying hotel and garage discounts and reduced tire rates.
The salesmen convention, once festive, now holds a dignified place in commerce. Thomas B. Jeffery company has long valued these gatherings to refine its organization. A recent Rambler factory meeting in Kenosha followed by a San Francisco dealers conference reviewed the 1913 Cross Country unit gasoline and electric motor. Mr. Bill of California arranged the three day session and banquet promising future tours for top performers.
Local chatter questions the Creamery Dairy Co. offerings as readers note a possible dish named bisque and a reference to ice cream and orange phones, suggesting promotional items or menu curiosities.
A garbled OCR line mentions a doctor with osteopathy credentials and several unreadable fragments. The readable portion names Dr J R Cun Te and the term osteopath, indicating a medical notice or listing.
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