Pasadena's Name Derives From Indian Term Crown of the Valley
Pasadena is derived from an Indian word meaning Crown of the Valley, reflecting local naming origins.
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1926
Page
5
Pasadena is derived from an Indian word meaning Crown of the Valley, reflecting local naming origins.
The guide advises using the best grade paint for the painted surface and ensuring it flows freely to smooth out. If too thick, brush strokes remain after drying. After final coat, rub with rottenstone and paraffinal as the stone cuts slowly and the paraffin polishes. If brass strokes appear, use fine steel wool before rottenstone.
Chrysler announces an employee preferred stock plan open to about 15,000 workers across the corporation and its subsidiaries. Shares up to 50 per employee cost 100 dollars, with 8 dollars annual per share dividends and quarterly payouts. Participants earn a retention bonus and sinking fund redemptions are outlined. Chief Walter P. Chrysler notes market price may rise toward 115 dollars, with the plan aligning employees as partners in profits, similar to other major firms. Also notes magnet Cove Arkansas ore diversity.
Lawton Tooneon piloted the New Day Jewett car up Stone Mountain’s steep hazardous trail in a historic ascent. The 1.25 mile climb drew about 3,000 spectators as the car exceeded 240 pounds of weight, with the hydraulic four wheel brakes proving effective on descent. The scene highlighted Atlanta dealer Paige Jewett’s public bets and the memorial granite landmark’s towering presence.
A brief line notes a car described as a 4 stock model with unspecified features. The remark places the vehicle in a standard stock category and mentions a 16 minute timeframe, but lacks additional context or identifiable actors.
A Studebaker tally shows 817 cars at or beyond 100000 miles still in active service, following March charter members list of 274. Dispatches from Rio de Janeiro taxis boast 13 cars at 150000 km, and a Royal Mail veteran in South Allen carries 400000 miles, signaling strong owner pride and demand for long lasting cars.
A Peerless Six sedan covers 22,095 miles in Washington and Oregon without stopping. Charles A. Laide, VP of Seattle Peerless, notes the drive began May 9 and ended June 9 with three drivers cycling hourly. The Pennzoil filled motor yielded 400 miles per quart, the tank was sealed, and the hood secured by the Northwestern Pacific Railroad Co.
The Chandler owners show a strong spirit of travel as long car journeys become popular. Mr Decker of the Central notes rising membership applications for the Chandler 100000 Mile Club signaling increased interest in extended road trips.
In Chandler factory visits, officials note over forty two states and countries like Mexico Spain and Brazil host members of the Chandler Owners Organization. The 100000 Mile Club honors owners who have driven 100000 miles or more in one or more Chandlers with an enamel radiator emblem and a membership card, split into two mileage classifications.
At Nash Motors Company directors meeting on July 9 1926 the stock is set to regular quarterly dividend of 50 per share and an extra 1 per share for the first two quarters of the current fiscal year payable August 2 1926 to holders of record July 20 1926. President C W Nash reports record sales for Q2 1929 with a 72 percent rise over 1926 and six month volume above 72 million dollars as May marks a near record with widespread Nash demand.
Willys Overland announces a new seating system for the Overland Six Standard sedan with two separate hinged front seat bars that fold forward to clear rear access. The design allows more rear room and safer, unobstructed passage from the back, reducing disturbance to the driver.
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