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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1940
Page
4
U S Royal DeLuxe tires offered at summer prices at General Petroleum stations promise safer, more comfortable travel. The tire features a six row perforated block tread and a quick stopping device with thousands of gripping edges that bite slippery roads for faster, straighter stops and self sharpening edges as miles increase.
Oliver Sly of Sly & Unruh Mobilgas proclaims a free check up relieves car owners of concern about their machines. The service ends worry by placing the vehicle in a specialist’s hands, confirming whether it will land up and proceed without unnecessary risk.
The annual barbecue of Kern County Union High School teachers is scheduled for April 24 at the school farm in Bakersfield. Proceeds support the teachers association and school programs.
R W Spicer of General Petroleum’s Mobilubrication staff recalls silent era car care. He notes wheel removal for axle grease and undercarriage greasing, frequent punctures, and short tire lifespans. Modern precision engineering and Mobilubrication services reduce the effort and worry of maintenance.
G. F. Weismann argues motorists save money by spending on proper maintenance and timely replacements. He cites oil changes, flushing, air filters, ignition parts, wheel bearings, tires, batteries, and safety upgrades as costs that prevent larger, pricier repairs over 10 000 miles. He urges following Mobilgas dealer recommendations to ensure safe, economical operation.
Reader questions explore car science from brake pedal power to fuel efficiency. The page frames a quiz on motor oil heat melt iron tire blowouts and air mileage with answers promised on the next page.
Grand Rapids Michigan tops the nation in furniture production while Detroit holds the number one position in salt. The statement underscores regional industrial strengths with Grand Rapids dominant in furniture and Detroit in salt.
Police, in a safety drive, stop motorists to inspect vehicles that may endanger life on the highway. Western states require cars be mechanically safe to operate, and Mobilgas Station plans biannual vital-part inspections to prevent serious accidents after winter wear.
A Mobile Star feature describes how defective headlights brakes and other car equipment caused tens of thousands of crashes this season. It notes one in twenty accidents includes fatalities and promotes a checkup service offered during the summer proof program.
Wm. R. Lachenmaier and Ralph Lachenmaier of the Shafter Recap Shop announce they have been named distributors of U S Tires in the locality. Their agency occupies the new brick building recently erected on Lerdo highway, marking a boost to local automotive supply.
The fragment notes desire for modern tire range equipment in Kern County. It mentions a location in California and references equipment needs without detailing brands or specifications. The text is incomplete but centers on upgrading tire range facilities.
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