Be Not Add Acd to Batteries Says Expert
Among motor car owners the claim that a storage battery can be revived by acid is argued against by Alfie Callahan of a local dealer. He explains that adding acid drives the electrolyte to the plates, overpowers the chemical balance, and corrodes the plates. Only an expert should add acid, he warns, and poor wielder behavior and mysterious medicines are discouraged amid a public health message in a light local column.
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Fea
Alfie
Mayo
Callahan
Essex Motors Organized With 500 000 Capital
A new company, Essex Motors, has been formed with an initial capital of 500 000 dollars. Officers named include W. J. McAneeny as president, B. Jackson as vice president, A. Barit as treasurer, and J. L. Vette as secretary, with directors R. D. Chapin, J. G. Beener, and O. H. McCordne. An Hudson Motor Car Company official stated the Essex setup will not change Hudson policies and aims to produce a car priced to compete with Hudson. Essex Motors will operate as a separate entity with stockholders and directors in common, but without current ties to Hudson beyond shared individuals.
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Essex Motors
Paia
W. J. McAneeny
Siresident
ATS
Hudson Motor Car Company
Hudgn Motor Car Company
Teds
Hudson Company
Hudson
Essex Moors
Essex
Motorgand
Hasex Motors
Exseximotora
Oil supply urged be plentiful and prices examined
A. C. Hedford of the Stanford Oil Company warned at the Atlantic City convention that crude oil supply is ample but fluctuating prices threaten stability. He urged government price regulation only if the market becomes unfair, noting costs of storage and war risks push production costs higher and crude prices to rise, with 1915 to 1917 trends cited.
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A. C. Hedford
New York
Stanford O8 Company
New Jersey
United States
Atlantic City
Record
Crude Oil Supply and Demand During War Era
Article discusses oil supply versus demand with figures on yearly crude output around 83,000,000 barrels and demand at 101,000,000 barrels, refinery capacity at 59,000,000 gallons annually, and notes on gasoline production from cracking process. Mentions Dr. William Burton and future output from casing head gasoline with projected barrels. Includes wartime exports and historical production figures.
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Bedford
William Burton
Standard -Ghl Company
Indiana
Burton
United States
DeHymel Opens Truck Service Station in San Antonio
Maxter one ton truck owners and operators gain a new service station at 1814 South Prasa Street near the Southern Pacific tracks. Manager Leo DeHymel announced a fully equipped shop with lathes drills grinders and air pumps designed for high quality service. W. Heale, a veteran mechanic, staffs the shop to handle all Maxter needs including truck bodies parts and accessories. The facility aims to keep Maxter owners satisfied by offering specialized care and prompt adjustments.
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San Antonio
Maxtar
Leo DeHymel
Maxter Truck Agency
Prasa Street
Southern
Pacific
Matter Track Agency
Belieg
Binckaml
Nvcosanry
Ted
Evgy
W. #. Heale, for three years with the Citizens’ Auto Company
Ohurga
DeHymel
Ford
Maxter
Trek
Maxfer
da Hymel
Motor Inventions Offer Gasoline Saving and Power Gain
A Chicago firm pitches a water-based fuel saver that sits on the exhaust pipe. It uses air saturated by passing through water to decarbonize cylinders, boost ignition, and improve mileage, priced at 9 dollars. Also advertised is a lockable security device, and a chemical windshield treatment to prevent fogging.
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Chicago
Jia
Bothes
T Ja
Car Care Warning on New Motor Cars From Factory To Owners
A Chicago Tribune article warns new car owners to inspect lubrication systems, battery health, and gear housings before driving. It stresses gradual break-in, avoiding high speeds, and not overstressing the engine as parts wear in. It advises professionals to ensure proper fluid levels and proper gear usage to prevent early damage.
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Chicago ‘Tribune
Sony Acares
Lie
Reagan
Iimieune
Junnechater
Cautionary Car Clutch and Gear Handling Tips
The narrator warns against keeping the foot on the clutch and advises engaging and disengaging slowly. If gears resist at first do not force them, shift gently and aim for smooth operation to avoid damage or jerky gear changes.
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Tez
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S. X. Callahan Distributors and
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Warner Auto
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Rom
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South Pole
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