National Auto Club to Meet in Detroit Amid Union Amid Motoring Nations
The American Automobile Association announces its convention July 7 and 8 at the Statler Hotel Detroit. More than 600 delegates from local motor organizations will attend as the A A A ends years of internal conflict and strengthens its national network. Delegates will discuss roads, laws, emergency aid, highway planning, traffic rules, parking, taxation, and fuel prices to improve motorist service. The Detroit Automobile Club will host and coordinate events for visiting members.
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Hotel Statier
Detroit
United States
A. A. A. Bulletin
Detroit Automobile Club
New Durant Introduces Four Wheel Brakes and Balloon Tires
Durant unveils the New Durant five passenger Special Touring with standard four wheel brakes and balloon tires priced at 940 dollars. An illustration highlights a distinct front wheel brake design. Engineers aim to simplify construction cut replacement costs and boost dependability.
Franklin President Would Lower Mishaps
Syracuse report quotes H H Franklin president of the Frank Up Automobile Company arguing for uniformed motor traffic officers to deter violations. He says visible presence on streets would curb speeding more than undercover enforcement and likens safety to fire department indicators by the absence of fires rather than their number.
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Syracuse
N. Y. Jones
H. H. Franklin
Frank- Up Automobile Company
Oldsmobile Popular In European Markets
L B Kurts advertising manager of the General Motors Export Company reports strong European demand for the 1924 Oldsmobile. He notes buyers prefer a lighter car with a small bore, economical gasoline use, and a modest engine, favorable to travel and cost abroad.
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Oldsmobile
L. B. Kurts
General Motora Export Compemy
Automog
Uris
Mr. Karts
Simple car theft deterrent methods from an old guide
A vintage guide explains improvised anti theft tricks aimed at discouraging amateurs. It describes locking throttle and ignition to cause engine misbehavior, notes a thief could bypass with tools, and suggests reinforcing levers with welded chain links to prevent unlocking.
Officials Ride Buick Autos to Camp Curry in Economy Run
A fleet of Buick six-cylinder cars carried officials and newspaper men from Los Angeles to Camp Curry for the annual Los Angeles Economy run. Riders reported a mishap free trip to Yosemite with a route change via the Mojave alternate and Tehachapi ridge road elimination. Despite heat in the desert, the participants achieved creditable scores as mountain roads showed improvement over prior years.
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Los Angeles
Camp Curry
Yosemite
Tehachapi Mountains
Mojave
Devsart
American Cars Dominate Bombay Poona Reliability Run
At Bombay India on March 1 the Bombay Poona Reliability run covered 120 miles from Bombay to Poona. Twenty two cars competed nine of them American with Chandler winning a perfect score in the first class and earning a silver medal. The Chandler led in acceleration finishing in nine seconds flat, faster than a Rolls Royce, while second in the four mile hill climb behind the Rolls Royce.
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India
Bombay Motor Club
Poona
Ghauts
Chandler
Rolls-Royce
Ralls- Royce
Ford Float Wins Prize in Parade
The Ford Motor Company entry won the 41st prize in Detroit's Safety Week parade. Judges praised a Maypole float scene with white dressed girls, a sod floor terrace, and tulip lettering reading Happiness is Our Reward, enclosed by a white fence with a mother watching.
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Detroit
Ford Motor Company
Nash Brakes Show Exceptional Efficiency On Allegeny Tests
Nash engineers focused on braking under difficult mountain conditions in the Allegheny range. Foot brakes use an equalizing device to ensure equal pressure and wear, reducing skidding and enabling quick smooth stops with minimal pedal effort. The emergency brake, mounted on a wide drum behind the transmission, locks wheels even at full speed via the drive shaft differential and rear axle.
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Nash
Allegheny Range
Overland Touring Car Features Removable Rear Axle Shafts
The Overland touring car includes a sturdy rear axle with removable shafts that can be taken out without disturbing the housing. This design, praised as a feature found in higher priced cars, highlights the vehicle’s advanced engineering.
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Overland
America
Overland car praised for sturdy one piece differential
The Overland Engineering Department notes that five Timken and New Departure bearings support this light car. They claim no other American model can match its construction. The differential is forged in one piece for strength, with noiseless bevel gears and a bolt-free case to prevent misalignment from dirt or assembly faults.
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Overland Engineering Department
America
Velie Sedan Promises Luxurious Motoring At $1845
Velie Motors Corpora tion of Moline Illinois announces a new Velie sedan with balloon tires disc wheels hydraulic four wheel brakes and extensive accessories. The 118 inch wheelbase model packs a 50 horsepower engine and lists at 1845 dollars finished in black enamel with brown velour interior and 6.70 inch balloon tires. Extra features include trunk rack cases light and safety gear plus chrome and nickel fittings and a host of convenience items.
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Hoyal
Velie Motors Corporation
Moline
Ilinois
Eigar
Battery Dangers Highlighted By Local Dealer
In hot weather storage batteries require extra care warns Mr. Rust of Willard service station. He says summer is the most dangerous time for battery use and storage and urges proper handling to avoid issues.
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Mr. Rust
Willard
Battery care tips during hot weather for automobiles
An expert cautions motorists to keep vehicle batteries filled with distilled water in hot months. Evaporation lowers water levels, exposing plate tops and causing overheating and later damage. He advises regular water top-ups to prevent costly failures.
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Tery
Rust
Maxwell Chrysler Plant Shows Gain In 1924 Output
Detroit June 28 production of the Maxwell-Chrysler organization rose 15.4 percent for the first five months of 1924 versus 1923. Dollar volume was up 18 percent, driven by strong demand for the Chrysler Six and rising Maxwell output. Closed car production was high in both divisions, with Maxwell averaging 54.4 percent and Chrysler 47.5 percent through four months. Officials foresee further sales gains and note Chrysler stock is completely sold with demand outrunning supply nationwide.
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Detroit
Maxwell-Chrysler Chalmera
Chrysler
Maxwell
Chronicle Telegram Seeks Columns For Advertising
Telegram requests ad slots in the Chronicle to fill columns with promotional copy and local business notices. Advertisers may reserve space, supply artwork, and target readers in the upcoming issue.
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Chronicle
Telegram
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