Ford buys one million dollars of Detroit bonds
Detroit bonds worth one million dollars at four percent were purchased by Henry Ford to fund city schools. City Comptroller George Engel and Ford Motor Co official James Couzens confirmed the plan and delivery details, noting bonds will aid school construction and city finances.
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Henry Ford
Detroit
Mich
George Engel
Ford
Ford Motor Company
James Couzens
Ford Company
Couzens
Mr. Engel
Rockefeller
Morgan
Mr. Couzens
Mr. Ford
Mage
Lindsay
Ford Auto Sales Company
Clifton George
Cadillac Car Wins Cross-State Run
A 1909 Cadillac drove St Louis to Kansas City in 11 hours 8 minutes, beating a prior effort by 1 hour 47 minutes. The driver was arrested for speeding at Fulton. The Manufacturers and Dealers Association warns such runs will lead to more arrests and fatalities and urges members to avoid these events and supports stricter motor vehicle legislation.
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Automobile Club of
Manufacturers’ and Dealer Association
Rider Ralph Piper studies fuel saver on 2000 mile trip
Ralph Piper of Corning Iowa completed a 2000 mile motorcycle journey to the Cheyenne reservation in North Dakota averaging eighty miles per gallon. The ten day trip included a top daily distance of 209 miles with minimal tire wear and a perfectly functioning motorcycle.
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Ralph Piper
Corning
Iowa
Cheyenne Reservation
North Dakota
Piper
Motor Bug Bites Indians
Edward Cash Cash and Otis Half moon two Nez Perce Indians have purchased a motor car for use on the Nez Perce Indian reservation.
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Edward Cash Cash
Otis Halfmoon
Nez Perce
Tire care and patching methods for on road repairs
Practical instructions from Automo bile on diagnosing punctures and removing leaks. It details locating punctures with soap bubbles or water, patch types including cement and no cement options, and vulcanizing on the road. Also covers blowouts, rim care, and patching methods for tires and tubes with emphasis on cleanliness and proper prep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Edward Schipper
Man from Providence Heads 600 Mile Brampton Ride
William Magill of Providence Rhode Island rode a 600 mile trip to Brampton Ontario on a motorcycle. He reported no trouble and said the cycle carried him up the Berkshire hills as easily as down, indicating a smooth and steady journey.
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William Magill
Providence
R. I
Brampton
Ont
Berkshire Hills
Depreciation as a Key Upkeep Cost for Automobiles
Hudson dealer William Steinhardt warns drivers underestimate depreciation in owning cars. He notes one to four cylinder models have fallen sharply in value, while six cylinder cars hold steadier price. He urges owners of big four cylinders to compare current versus future value and compute monthly depreciation.
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William Steinhardt
Hudson
Steinhardt
Muskegon Motorcycle Officer Reaches 8000 Miles
Since May 1 Motocycle Officer Jake Baker of Muskegon Mich has traveled 8000 miles on his two wheeler. He says the machine is still in excellent condition.
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Jake Baker
Muskegon, Mich
Ashland Rider Completes 1678 Mile Eastern Tour
Walter A. Good of Ashland Ohio finishes a 1678 mile motorcycle journey spanning eight Eastern states, marking a long endurance ride with extensive travel through regional routes and varied terrains.
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Walter A. Good
Ashland
Ohio
Wisconsin Motorists Pay Fees for State and County Roads
State records show Wisconsin motorists and dealers paid 185,994 in license fees for the year ending June 30 1913, with 123,169.88 returned to counties for highways and 41,056.63 to the state aid fund. The 1912 13 period yielded 124,303 with administration costs 21,767.49.
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Wisconsin
State Highway Commission
Policeman Held Liable After Waterbury Crash
Deputy coroner Walter D. Makepeace concludes under Connecticut motor-law the officer from Waterbury police, Leo Buchmiller, is liable for the death of John Wood of Naugatuck. Wood died from injuries after a car collision in Waterbury. Buchmiller was arrested and held for trial.
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Connecticut
Walter D. Makepeace
John Wood
Naugatuck
Waterbury
Wood
Leo Buchmiller
Baskin's 7000 Mile Motorcycle Repair Cost Record
Claude W. Baskin of Steelton, Pennsylvania reports a motorcycle repair journey spanning over 7000 miles with a total cost of $1.81. The note reflects a frugal maintenance record from a local rider.
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Claude W. Baskin
Steelton, Pa
Mitchell Lewis firm unveils 1914 models and prices
Racine Wisconsin September 27. The 1914 Mitchell Lewis line repeats 1913 models with minor changes. Sixes and a four cylinder offered including seven passenger six at 2350 and five passenger six at 4895. Prices drop from 1913 levels and feature T head motors with Remy lighting and Richtung sten valves.
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Racine
Wis
Mitchell-Lewis Motor Co
Richtungsten
Remy
Palmer Road Faces Traffic After Smoothing
Palmer residents debate the effect of a newly smooth main street once nicknamed a nightmare for travelers between Springfield and Boston. Now tourists speed through Palmer, endangering pedestrians and creating fear at crossings, leaving town officials unsure how to respond.
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Palmer Road
Palmer
Mass
Springfield
Boston
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Manalelesweneltha Automobiles
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S. X. Callahan
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