Buick Dynaflow Drive Introduces Infinite Gear Ratios
Buick presents Dynaflow in 1949 models replacing manual gears with an infinite range of gear ratios driven by torque at the rear wheels. The system promises smooth starts and boat-like acceleration, with new instrumentation and interior hatches. Buick Roadmaster models feature Dynaflow as standard, along with redesigned panels, venti ports, and safety ride tires. Local dealer W. S. Hill at 131 South Arthur invites inquiries and emphasizes the decade’s engineering.
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W. S. Hill
Buick
South Arthur
Chrysler 1949 models feature cockpit styling and safer driving
The 1949 Chrysler introduces cockpit styling with a curved dash, leather safety cushion, and wide interior space plus wider exterior dimensions. It offers prestomatic fluid drive, easier low steering wheel sightlines, Bull's Eye headlights for reduced glare, and stylish interiors. See the silver anniversary model on display at Bullock Motor Company with M. A. Bullock and Pat Fennell.
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Chrysler
Bullock Motor Company
M. A. Bullock
Pat Fennell
Bryson, Tenn. Farmer Arrested in Chicken Theft Ring
Police in Middlesboro Ky arrested a Bryson Tennessee farmer after a cache of stolen goods was found at his mountain home. The haul included 500 hens 500 smaller chickens 500 pounds of meat bicycles in the attic and harnesses hanging on the walls.
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Middlesboro
Bryson, Tenn
Jeep combines power and efficiency with low operating costs
Willys-Overland Motors presents the jeep as a versatile vehicle blending sedan comfort with wagon space and tractor-like pulling power. The ad highlights extremely low transportation costs for students and families and promotes jeep and jeep truck designs at Truck & Bus Equipment Company 151 North Second, contact M. E. Picanco at 346.
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Willys-Overland Motors
Jeep
Truck & Bus Equipment Company
North
M. E. Picanco
Idaho Job Openings Rise As Mining Leads Gains
The Idaho state employment service reported a renewed employment expansion with 41 additional job openings for the week ending April. Mining led the gains, while other sectors showed smaller increases. Agricultural activity picked up, though total farm job openings declined to 157 statewide.
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Boise
Idaho State Employment Service
Idaho
Price supports set for peas and beans
The Agriculture Department announced 1949 price supports for dry edible peas at 60 percent of parity and for dry edible beans at 80 percent. The reductions reflect ample supplies and large carryovers from last year, now under support loans or purchase agreements.
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Washington
Agriculture Department
Department
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