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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1927
Page
2
Road crews note that clean spark plug porcelain ensures current flows properly to the gap. Dirty porcelain may cause misfires and engine trouble, especially in wet weather. Wipe excess oil and moisture with a dry cloth to restore correct operation.
Chrysler officials report marked gains in overseas sales, with March exports reaching record highs and first quarter 1927 up 73.1 percent from the same period in 1928. Export volume is rising across most regions, signaling a broad revival in global demand for American autos.
Lasalle will serve as the pace car for this year’s Memorial Day automobile race at the Indianapolis Speedway. Driver Big Bor Hader, a veteran LaSalle racer, will steer the roadster pace car, one of two LaSalle roadsters noted for high speed records at the GM proving grounds near Detroit. The car has reached 105 mph in a stripped form, with the best Indy pace record around 101.12 mph, highlighting the V8 power and low center of gravity that define its performance.
Edward Ver Linden, president of Peerless Motor Car Corporation, argues prosperity will boost auto sales as production plans for 1927 rise beyond initial forecasts. He notes more people can afford cars than currently own them, with broader ownership ahead.
The Nash Motors Company unveils the Advanced Six Coupe on a 127 inch wheelbase with a six-cylinder engine and luxurious Nash-Seaman body craftsmanship. It features a two tone green lacquer, walnut interior trim, a large rear deck, and five passenger seating with ample golf club storage. The Dodge Brothers display adds contrast with a blue and black six about the same era, highlighting comfort and performance with a heavy crankshaft and hydraulic brakes.
Chick Annray drove the Whippet stock touring car to a new ascent time of 9 minutes 16 seconds up Stone Mountain near Atlanta, shattering the previous record by seven minutes 44 seconds. The feat drew about 10 000 spectators as Murrey steered the car down the steep grade showing strong four wheel brakes. The climb used no road but a pedestrian path over boulders and ruts.
Pontiac announces a new Sit De Luxe delivery chassis without body, joining existing panel and screen bodies. The Ponti a Six De Luxe echoes durability in both passenger and commercial use, with bronze backed bearings, large piston pins, honed cylinders, and a 250 gallon per hour oil circulation. The chassis includes a left front spare tire depôt and a cow to match any body. W R Tracy notes the six cylinder design reduces vibration, wear, and costs, boosting commercial appeal.
The Leo R Meier Motor Company on 234 Broad Street displays the new Dodge Brothers six cylinder sedan. Arrived by boat from Detroit via Cleveland this morning, the model is among the first six-cylinder Dodges offered. Local dealers plan a building opening ceremony to be announced later.
Ab Jenkins drove the Stutz Belvedere Commander up the steep Micheltorena Hill in Los Angeles with a five passenger load and then another climb with three passengers. Tests observed by motor club officials noted the Commander’s ascent as proof of climbing ability.
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