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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1921
Page
4
Official preliminary census figures show 312 factories in 1919 produced goods valued at $1,181,659,000, more than twice the value of 1914 products.
Observation notes that Geneva hosts numerous American motor cars and suggests skilled American mechanics would be highly valued there for maintenance and repair needs.
Steering knuckle pivot pins require good lubrication. Keep axle springs tight to avoid breaks. Riding on car tracks and rough roads damages tires and reduces mileage. Spark plugs crack if cooling is poor. keep water system fed.
A suggested tire coating extends tire life by restoring appearance and adding durability. The method uses five pounds of whiting, one quart rubber cement in one quart gasoline, with optional lamp black for tint. Apply to inside and outside surfaces, filling cuts to prevent wear.
The city reports brisk auto market activity due to postwar price cuts across major brands. Dealers note last reductions set for June 30 by Shields-Livengood Motor Co. and widespread uptake as rock-bottom prices deter further waiting. Savings range up to 635 dollars on large models with a broad demand surge. Ford sales also surge with multiple price points and strong customer interest.
Seattle hosts the T and M piston by Tutthill and Morse promising higher engine power and less vibration. The dual groove piston reduces oil pumping and piston slap, with Ford trucks and National Baking Co. cars among first adopters, delivering 3000 miles on low oil use before a factory casting flaw halted further runs.
Oldsmobile shifts its Washington state agency to new, larger quarters at the northeast corner of 10th Ave and Pike St in Seattle. In October 15 three men A Tyson H H Kiling and Harry L Olive acquired the agency. Olive runs the Spokane branch while Hiling and Tyson stay in Seattle.
The Eldridge Buick Sales Co. showcases all parts of the 1922 Buick at its showroom on Harvard Ave and E. Pike St this week. Vice president J Garfield Fenton says the exhibit aims to help Buick owners save on repairs by understanding their car and to inform future buyers what they invest in. Eldridge emphasizes balance between power and reliability, comparing Buick to a versatile athlete.
Rainier National Park reports a slide blocks the main Tacoma to Paradise Valley road. Cars carry passengers around the obstruction to Longmire Springs, with auto service from Tacoma continuing at 8 am. Rail service to Ashford plus auto transfers meet trains. Paradise Valley access to Narada Falls expected open by June 22 and inn openings by June 25. National Park Inn and Paradise Inn urge early reservations ahead of the July 3 Northwestern Ski club event.
A guide notes the choke should be pulled out when stopping the engine to aid future starts. It states starting is easier if the choke remains engaged during shutdown.
New plan by Dr John A Harriss deputy traffic commissioner aims to clear 150000 vehicles from a one square mile area in minutes. The system uses designated two way traffic valves and valve streets to funnel cars out of the theatre district after shows, funded by Harriss himself.
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