Studebaker Unveils Transtar Line Of 1956 Trucks
Studebaker division officials announced the Transtar line for 1956 emphasizing comfort and appearance. Displayed at Stang Motor Sales and other dealers, the trucks feature padded instrument panels, foam seats, adjustable components, safety belts, larger brakes, two-stage springs, and a new 12-volt system. Engines range from 92 to 175 hp with up to 20 percent higher payloads, and styling includes a redesigned grille, larger hood, and passenger-car color options.
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Studebaker
Stang Motor Sales
Broad St
Harold E. Churchill
Kids Prefer Toy Autos To Planes
William Erlich, manager of Neisner Bros., notes the younger set favors toy cars over airplanes this year. He says convertible and remote control cars dominate, while planes were the focus previously. He observes popularity of foreign toys mainly from Germany and Japan.
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Santa Claus
William Erlich
Neisner Bros
Germany
Japan
Thief steals medical bag from Chester doctor's car
Philadelphia report says Dr. Galen Young, new ASOP president, had a medical bag stolen from his car. The thief later phoned to say the bag did not contain narcotics.
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Philadelphia
INS
Galen Young
Chester
American Society of Osteopaths
Young
Prescription for Break in and Safe Car Maintenance
This excerpt urges proper break-in of new cars with up and down driving, limited speed, and a gradual return to normal use. It notes engine temperature monitoring, changing break-in oil after 300 miles, and avoiding idling. It also covers diagnostic use of cylinder leakage testers, wheel balance factors, and careful handling of brake fluid to prevent damage from mineral oils and fuels.
Crimes Against The Automobile You Can Kill Your Car With Kindness
Frederick C. Russell argues that misinformation and misplaced kindness ruin cars by encouraging wrong oil choices, improper maintenance, and bad driving habits. He cites dealers, engine problems, valve lifters, and faulty tuning as causes, urging motorists to follow factual care guidelines and avoid needless modifications.
Get A Pony Auto Dealer Invites Kids To Win A Pony
Rothgery Service and Equipment Co in Hudson invites kids to register for a pony giveaway tied to the 1956 Rambler showing. From Dec 15 to 23 the showroom will be open evenings for registrations, with the drawing Dec 23 among registered names.
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Rothgery Service and Equipment Co
Hudson
Cleveland St
Toy pickups urged in South Amherst program
South Amherst residents guided to collect purchased toys from the recent toy party project. The Kindergarten Mothers president Mrs Gust Mathes asks all buyers to pick up their toys Tuesday at 9 30 a.m. in the Legion Home kindergarten rooms.
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South Amherst
Legion Home
Gust Mathes
Hudson unveils 1956 models with 220 hp V-8 and new styling
Hudson Motor reveals the 1956 Hornet and Wasp line at Rothgery Service in Elyria featuring a 220 horsepower V-8, V-line styling, 12-volt electrical system, and updated interior trim. The lineup includes Hornet and Wasp sedans and Hollywood hardtops with Twin-H Power options, multiple transmissions, and optional power assists.
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Hudson Motor
Elyria
Hudson
Rothgery Service and Equipment Co
LeRoy Rothgery
Hollywood
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Stang Motors
Automotive World
Transtar
Studebaker Division
Frederick
Joe
Frederick C. Russell
John Spitzer
Spitz
Motors, Inc
Dodge
the Times
Detroit
Spitzer
Andy
ALITY
Pitzer QU
Plymouth
Hou
Itzer
Rothgery
Dodge Dealers
Quik-Suds
Fone Une Collins
Bob Cluueland
Phay
Myers Motors
Obie
Uorain
Su Cime
He .E
Eel Eas
Sai
Hornet
Wasp
Otto Parts
Eldotread
Msn
Wagner - Lockheed
Steve's
West Ave
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