Overland Four Proves Sensation in Light Car Market
Manager Tyson of Overland Pacific in Seattle reports overwhelming demand for the Overland Four light car. Demonstrators showcase three point suspension and wide springs promising a smoother ride and lower maintenance with a simple, four-body style lineup and first come, first served deliveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Overland
Tyson
Overland Pacific Company
East Pine
Seattle
Willys Overland
Overland Four
Duratex
Overland-Pacific Company
Cleveland Six Aims for New Car Deliveries Amid High Demand
Floyd Ith of North Coast Auto Co. drove the Cleveland Six on a lakes tour with L. B. Hannah. Company head Smith says the factory runs at top speed but demand is unprecedented, pushing production beyond planned figures to satisfy dealers.
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Cleveland Light
Cleveland Six
Floydith
North Coast Automo Company
Terri- YY
L. B
Hannah
Cleveland
Smith
Gaskets Of Various Kinds And Coating Methods
The note describes gaskets for oil joints wrapped in paper, water joints coated with graphite, and gas joints requiring copper with asbestos coating. It outlines different material choices for each joint type and cautions on appropriate coatings.
Ball bearings exempt from revenue tax unless for vehicles
A notice from the office of the commissioner of internal revenue states ball bearings are not taxed under the 1918 revenue tax unless specifically intended for use in cars trucks motorcycles or as accessories for such vehicles.
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Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Notice Little Things In Car Care
Tight spring clasps prevent springs breaking and work loose on new cars. Mud on the finish will cause rust along scratches and undermine enamel.
Overland Bus Impresses Office Boy in Test Ride
An Office Boy recalls a ride in an Overland bus that handled rough roads without bouncing. He predicts his father will buy one for Willie, noting the bus’s smooth performance and strong ascent on hills, hoping it will lure Willie and lead to a purchase.
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Tyson
Overland
Littl Willie
Use of Good Tires Proves Efficient Auto Insurance
The Guarantee Tire Company adds Pennsylvania Vacuum Cup tires and Ton Tested tubes to its line. Manager L Y Clark notes Seattle’s steep grades and wet weather demand high traction tires that resist skidding and handle sudden stops. Vacuum Cup tires are non skid, offer mileage without retarding speed, and come with a money back guarantee if they do not hold the road, tested by the Automobile Club of America with average casings reaching 6,760 miles.
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Tire Guarantee Tire Company
East Pike
L. Y. Clark
The
Guarantee Tire Company
Seattle
Pennsylvania
Automobile Club of America
Ace Car Set for Seattle Arrival Amid Production Boom
President C W Avery of Earnest Motor Car Co reports Ace’s endurance run impressed Detroit and Seattle financiers. Mrs F B Earnest will join husband in Detroit as production chief. she leaves Seattle next week. Washington inquiries surpass expectations with initial Ace factory production likely oversold.
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C. W. Avery
The
Earnest Motor Car Co
J. C. Cochrang
Ace
Detroit
Seattle
F. BE. Earnest
Earnest
Washington
Romaine Teaches Auto Electrical Engineering in Seattle
T F Romaine manager of the magneto department at Sunset Electric Co conducts regular night classes at Broadway high school. Forty two mechanics from automobile row learn theory and practice of starting lighting and ignition systems from a veteran in the field. The course reflects Romaine’s long career since 1900 and the company’s rapid growth with a balcony workshop for advanced work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. F. Romaine
Sunset Electric Co
Broadway
Romaine
Automobile Row
Seattle
Gordon Prentice
Police Force Uses Roamers in New York City
Four standard Roamer touring cars were shipped Thursday night for the New York City police department for special official use. Barley Motor Car Company arranged immediate delivery, with HL. J. Everall closing the order. Roamers were chosen after rigid tests over four makers.
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Barley Motor Car Company
Police Department
New York City
A. F. Hawkinson
United Motors Co
Roamer
HL. J. Everall
Roamer Sales Company
New York
Guarantee Tire Co. Serves Local Tires at Pike Street
The Guarantee Tire Co. at 819 East Pike St. pledges attentive service for tires suited to local conditions and this business emphasizes readiness to meet customer needs.
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East Pike ST
Guarantee Tire Co
Jordan Men Get $25 000 Premiums From Jordan Motor Car
The Jordan Motor Car company of Cleveland distributed 25000 in premiums to its employees in line with an arrangement announced by Jordan on January 1. The premiums honor efforts to improve efficiency and raise production at the plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Briscoe Motor Corporation
Jackson
Michigan
Briscoe
Sig. Haugdahl
New England
Haugdahl
J. Alex Sloan
Jordan
Jordan Motor Car Company of
Cleveland
Bae Ward 8
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Eack
John N. Willys
Willys Overland Company
Rotel Aalal Er
Ise
Weet
Demera
Ee Eell
Springfield
Mass
Mitchell Motor & Service CO
PINE
J. M. Osmond, Pres. and
Mgr
Floyd Smith and
L. B. Bannah
Cone Lake
Willie
Maxwell
Ing
Seattle Automobile Sales Company Distributors
EAST
H. P. Grant
Seon
Dragon Motor Company
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