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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1915
Page
13
John Gaston of Auto Service Company, local Saxon dealers, tested fuel use in a Saxon by draining a car and filling one gallon. The car ran 22.6 miles first trial and 22.7 miles on a second run with four passengers aboard, drawing wide interest.
A piece praising automobiles as a bridge between city and country. It notes how cars shorten travel time, expand knowledge of rural and urban life, and foster shared health and progress. Cadillac’s reliability is highlighted as a model of general service and touring appeal.
Foreign auto notes review 1916 national shows with emphasis on demountable winter tops. Packard twin six reportedly reaches 102 14 miles per hour in test at Sheepshead Bay. King Motor Company reports strong fall winter model demand and numerous dealer inquiries. Also included are quick tech tips on spark plug testing, skid chain installation, self starting devices, fuse checks, and a memorial verse for Josie Sullivan.
The Mobile Chamber of Commerce plans a public road report for travelers noting road conditions and best routes. It seeks motorist reports to improve accuracy and aims to draw more winter tourists, boosting local garages and auto dealers as tourism grows. The effort mirrors Los Angeles bureaus and targets sustained, courteous service for motorists.
Hoods with scarf like tabs cross front and neck finished with satin bows in black white and tan. Black satin hats feature stitched brims and chin buttoning straps. Chests of jewel cases wallet shaped, double leather brush, plaid blankets muskrat robes and pinked goat fur, plus light fibre suitcases with compartments.
Announcement of a new 6 million dollar corporation to acquire Saxon Motor Company of Detroit. Saxon, now seventh in Detroit car production, ships 17 000 cars this year with about 850 000 profit. The plan foresees expansion and higher output.
The piece questions why stylish people drive dirty cars and argues the fault lies in lack of knowledge about proper maintenance. It asserts cars are factory finished but can be kept neat with simple care and attention.
The Beaver Manufacturing Co of Milwaukee will build three thousand Light Six cars for Sun Motor Car Co, market launch set for January 1. C Hoffman, Sun designer, calls Beaver a strong, well-funded supplier with modern facilities.
An advertisement claims the Kosine Treatment relieves ear ailments and has shown unusual results over fifteen years. It promises money back if not satisfied and invites readers to request a free booklet at Dave Bauer’s address on Dauphin Street.
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