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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1923
Page
12
The text outlines a gasoline system where a Vacuumeter dial shows fuel in the supply tank. It notes four windows indicating fuel quantity and consumption during a trip. The fourth window alternates, providing a method to monitor fuel status.
The device shown in white and red indicates the vacuum system functions perfectly and warns of any impending trouble by signals that show variations from normal operation. By giving early warning before issues become serious, the Vacuometer provides an invaluable service and often prevents costly repairs.
Motorists are shifting from fabric to cord tires, with cords expected to supplant fabrics except in two Ford sizes. Michelin has halted fabric tire production except in those sizes. To avoid imbalance from mounting standard cords, drivers once used paired cords. Michelin now offers Regular Size Cord matching fabric dimensions to prevent steering or differential wear.
unemployment in Great Britain hit 2,040,000 in June 1921, after declining to 1,240,000 in April 1921, the official figures show. The data mark the worst postwar unemployment level recorded by the time.
Police departments nationwide conduct brake checks and driving tests to ensure safety. Myers of the Dodge Brothers dealer endorses regular, universal inspections, noting good brakes protect lives and the motorist’s duty to drive safely.
All automobile owners who have not filed must submit a sworn ownership statement to the clerk after July 26 when amendments to the At wood Automobile Anti-Theft Law took effect. Former Attorney General John G. Price ruled only secondhand car owners were required to file. Penalties range from 25 to 5000 dollars, with possible extra penalties up to 5000 dollars and up to five years in prison for noncompliance.
Local Cleveland Six distributor Mr Underhill encourages summer vacations through motor camping. He notes trips are easier with auto clubs and Chamber of Commerce guidance. Campers can cut hotel and rail costs while enjoying the outdoors and rejuvenation.
Rochester fans honor captain Fred Merkle of the league leading club with a green Chandler Royal Dispatch. Mayor Van Zandt presented the gift on the home plate before a Buffalo game, along with club membership, insurance, license hardware, and testimonial letters. Merkle then hit a clean single in his first at bat for his twenty fourth straight game with a hit.
C W Nash, president of The Nash Motor Company, says the outlook for business in the last half of 1923 is more favorable than the first half. He cites low inventories, careful ordering by merchants, and expected continued production to sustain employment and a stable economy.
Dealers report depleted inventories. few cars remain and standard makes are scarce. Demand stays strong as business conditions keep factories busy, ensuring continued employment for hundreds of thousands of workers.
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