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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1926
Page
12
A reader notes excess water use in one battery cell and asks why. Doc suggests the battery may have been overfilled or damaged, causing a leak or crack that alters internal water use and performance. The column warns about dangers of handling exposed cells and the risk to skin and eyes.
A fragment discusses battery health, noting saltlike residue near the base if a cell leaks. It cautions that damaged cells may be swapped with discarded ones only at a station with special tools. Overcharging and incorrect third brush placement are cited as causes, suggesting periodic headlight use to balance charging.
The Pontiac Six, carrying two drivers, set an 1836 mile coast to coast speed record from Los Angeles to Albuquerque and back. It completed the desert and mountain route in 50 hours 53 minutes, averaging 36.05 mph overall and 42.07 mph for the one-way run despite delays and variable weather. The feat marks a major achievement for General Motors and the new Pontiac model.
The Overland Six sold 50 percent more units in April than the same month last year, signaling a strong year ahead. The surge spans the country and reflects improving road use, with early projections placing the model among the top sellers in the light six field.
Dealers report total orders at the factory and a national pattern below normal for the period. Despite some contraction, advanced projects by Overland and Willys have sustained heavy buying since the model's introduction a year ago, with dealers stocking up for the May rush.
A fragment from a Doubleday, Doran and Company publication shows Peerless Eight described as dependable with responsive engine and flawless maneuvering. The text links a character’s action to testing a sedan in a garage and street scene, highlighting mechanical reliability.
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