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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1919
Page
8
A verse warns that a heavy car may fail to move without proper fuel and air mix. It contrasts empty boasting with practical tune up, urging attention to the carburetor and gas mixture to avoid stalling or failure to progress.
Fourth Postmaster General Blak Blakslee proposes using 60 000 army trucks and 240 000 discharged personnel to create a rural mail truck system. He claims trucks would fund establishment and yield revenue to build improved highways within five years while providing jobs for returning soldiers and boosting rural transportation and food movement.
H. P Grant of the Seattle Auto company reports record February auto sales and robust demand for Chandler and Maxwell vehicles. He notes increased dealer allotments and predicts a busy year ahead as Maxwell models and Chandler dispatch cars join the exhibit. Grant hints the 1919 market is already heating up.
H W English, factory representative for the Columbia truck and trailer line, visited Pioneer Auto Company to showcase a new oversize one ton model built at Pontiac Michigan. The standard spec includes Continental 3 5 by 5 Red Seal motor Spicer universal joint Covert transmission Russell internal gear rear axle Hayes wheels and Perfection 2 1 2 inch springs. The model comes with a trailer and Columbia plans to resume normal government trailer production by June 1.
Seattle singers are urged to join the Temple Chorus under Montgomery Lynch to prepare Handel's Messiah for Good Friday and Easter Sunday performances.
Senator Carlyon introduces a 40 million dollar state road bond to fund construction and maintenance across Washington. The measure limits and benefits prompt debate over fund distribution and voter education campaigns ahead of the November 1920 election.
County auditor warns license shoppers at Lenat 1,500 autolats must register daily through April 1 to avoid mass violations. A license was issued every 15 seconds on Friday. Last minute registrants face risk of being left out in the final shuffle.
Capt. Cameron G. Will, discharged in Washington, D. C., is expected to arrive in Beate on Saturday. He formerly served in the engineering department of this city.
In Seattle manager Harry Austin of the Washington Oakland company opens a cub agency at Cleargetown with a Reliable garage sales and service point for Oakland cars. The move adds a sub dealer within city limits and eases crowded 12th and Pike showrooms. An accessory department will handle Oakland tire and equipment needs.
In Olympia the senate approved a substantial pay raise for the state bank examiner from 1600 to 5000 dollars annually after a heated vote. The action reflects heightened emphasis on banking oversight and state financial governance.
Hebb Motors of Lincoln Nebraska considers placing the Patriot truck line agency with Beattie distributors. M H Caplan western territory manager discusses the deal as a major distributor is eyed. Hebb Motors has a two and a half million capital and operates a half million dollar truck factory. Advertising head M H Adams plans a large Patriot farm truck campaign across papers and trade magazines. The model is praised for simplicity and special body equipment.
The steady tapping of valve lifters signals performance loss. Set inlet clearance to 0.003 inch using a thick writing paper as a gauge. Set exhaust clearance to 0.005 inch with a thin business card, unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise.
The Star newspaper presents a wide reach in the Northwest with its want ads attracting broad readership. Businesses and individuals report strong response across classifieds, including real estate, employment, and services.
C Pt Williams of Frank Waterhouse Co notes a coming year with tight new car production. He warns buyers against overestimating new supply and predicts a strong used car market. Dealers report brisk sales and advise securing a vehicle now, as discounts will be limited.
The rubber hose at top and bottom of the radiator should be changed at least once a year. Hot water causes the hose to rot and loosen its fabric, which interferes with airflow and reduces cooling efficiency.
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