Overland Whippet Radical in Design Promises European-Style Car
A detailed preview in Cleveland of the new Overland Whippet, touted as a radical design influenced by European high speed four cylinder power. The sedan is described as quiet, fast, and economical with a top speed around 55 mph, rapid acceleration, and strong braking. The article highlights the European tuning, advanced machining, and the car’s light 2000+ pound weight. It notes the vehicle’s 134.2 cubic inch displacement, 30.5 HP output, and 25% higher power per cylinder than typical U.S. four cylinders, with a 25000 rpm motor.
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J. Willys-Overland
Inc
Europe
Ballon
Wil Nnckes
America
Peerless 15 Proud of Craftsmanship in Auto Factory
Peerless Motor Car Corporation workers take pride in their product likened to watchmaking craft. Long company history and refined methods have set tight machining standards, shaping high quality Peerless engines and components.
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Ay Automobile
Peerless Motor Cart Corporation
Peerless
Maklox Automobiles
Chandler Makes Record Climb of Palmer Hill
Gardner Belsh to Mne, Jmodela and an Eight in-line Phaeton attempt Palmer Hill near Holdregge Nebraska. The 524-foot ascent features a 2 to 39 percent grade with loose gravel and dirt sections. Before May 30th observers doubted high gear climbs, yet Gardner succeeded after multiple trials under varied speeds and driving conditions.
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Palmer
Holdregge
Nebraska
Gardner Belsht
Gardner
Wal
Palmer Hill
America
Record of Gardner Car Sets Noted Speed Feat
Famous motor cars have attempted the feat under favorable conditions but each failed to admit the feat. The only car other than Gardner to make the grade did so after a flying start which allowed it to hit the bottom while traveling at a speed of 0.17 miles per hour. Gardner set its record just after the bil had been freshly graded und oted.
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Oaly
Gardner
Gardner Sets New High Gear Record at Mount Washington
Gardner breaks long-standing mark on the eight mile climb to the clouds at Mount Washington. The feat surpasses the 18 year old record set in 192? by a specially built touring car. Chandler’s team achieved the improvement amid tough ascent conditions and new gear performance.
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Rockies
Chandi¢ve
Chrysler urges motor stability in 1926 outlook
Chrysler president Waller S. P. Chrysler addresses American business, urging stability and confidence for six months of 1926. He cites multiple businessmen studying graphs showing current conditions and trends, while the Times predicts continued good prospects with no ground for pessimism.
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Wallersler P.sChrysler
Chrs Corp'n
Chrysler
Economic Outlook Reflects Cautious Business Confidence
Businessmen and bankers anticipate a dip in the second half of 1926, with a slight economic depression feared. Yet the prevailing view says there is no solid reason for changing current conditions and prosperity is expected to continue.
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Fes
Brasilla Gibson Dies in Camden Home
Brasilla Gibson died at his Camden home Thursday morning. Funeral services held at his daughter's home, Mrs. Will Calkins, in Camden Sunday at 1 PM conducted by a minister from Mrs. Vernon. He leaves four children and eight grandchildren. Also notes mention Mille McCoulough shopping and Keene Miller and Karl Pertins leaving for Wheaton Ulmol to attend school.
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Wheaton
Ulmol
Local visits and social calls across Elyria area
Mrs Betsey Welch and daughter Laura Urode of Wakeman visited Frances Lee on Wednesday. Otix Curtis and family left Ithaca after two weeks with Dr. and Mrs Weeks. Birthdays celebrated by Mrs Sarah Perkins and Frances Herkins and Mrs Peabod. Mrs James Barry shopped in Elyria and Oberley Thursday. WHI Calkins in Ely Thursday. Lucinda Hach of Cleveland visiting pending a few days. Kipton and Bearfelts attended convention at Henrietta Thursday. Mary Drick visited John Hand home in Elyria Wednesday afternoon. Red Ronson and daughter were in Oberlin Thursday afternoon. Master Calvin Davidson spent a few days with Grandma and Grandpa Gelstra.
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Betsey Welch
Laura Urode
Wakeman
Frances Lee
Otix ‘Curtis
Ithica N.Y
Henrietta
Mary Drick
John
Overland Whippet Debuts as Sleek Modern Light Car
Willy’s Overland engineers in Europe and America tested the new Overland Whippet for over three years, logging 363,000 miles of road work. The low, compact, symmetrical body features three styles Sedan Touring and Coupe and promises a new standard in light cars with modern design and comfort.
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Willy
Overland
Europe
Amerca
America
France
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