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Newspaper
Tucson Daily Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1973
Page
3
A forecast calls for widespread showers in the Midwest with cold air moving in at the center of the country. In contrast the Gulf coast region is expected to see warmer conditions, creating a split in U.S. weather as calm intervals might follow the rain.
Yesterday's high and low temperatures ranged across Arizona with 76 mean yesterday and 74 year ago. 1956 high record for the date. humidity at 5 p.m. around 60 to 61 percent. barometer 30.1. moon phases noted. sunset 7 16 p.m. sunrise 9 24 a.m. Forecast shows generally fair weather in Tucson and Southeast Arizona with highs 85 to 95 and lows 50 to 65. Phoenix area mostly sunny and very warm with highs near 105 and overnight near 70.
A fragmented 1970s weather note from Tucson and nearby regions notes generally fair and warmer conditions through tomorrow with highs in the upper 80s and overnight low around 43 to 60. It mentions Spica, Moonrise, and several planets with early morning times and historical rain dates.
A local tire dealer defends using ain't while touting low prices and Monday closes. The owner explains 1949 origin, volume discounts from manufacturers, and focus on cost savings while inviting discussion on grammar.
The ad advertises a comprehensive 9 point brake service for all U.S. cars with regular brakes and VW models for 45 dollars using Bendix EDF lining, guaranteed to 40,000 miles. For U.S. cars with front disc brakes the same 9 point service is offered plus disc face machining caliper rebuild and new pads for 62.50 dollars, guaranteed to 30,000 miles.
Very low cost tires produced in a quality controlled shop with a 12,500 mile guarantee. Wraparound tread options in whitewall and blackwall styles cost $1 less per set with per 1000 mile rate of $1,0231.10. Includes old tire removal whether retraceable. Sizes 600-13 through 735-15.
High quality deep chromed wheels with full guarantee suitable for VW cars and Y-ton pickups with campers. Price includes mounting. Price:
Outstanding feature highlights a highway oriented tread with a 10 000 mile road hazard guarantee. Construction notes mention nylon and 6 8 ply rating with some tube type and some tubeless designs. Manufacturer indicated as for us by Gates and Bridgestone for RV use.
Washington report quotes Bert W. Prescott founder and president of Flying Tiger Line urging efficient modern cargo aircraft for security reasons. He says manufacturers cannot afford to develop them and notes unsettled global regions restrict landings in Africa and Russia blocks access. Prescott highlights fuel constraints for naval operations and urgent need for improved airlift capacity.
Prescott notes severe air cargo shortages at Flying Tiger as the company relies on the stretched Douglas DC-3 freighter. He claims the 110000 pound capacity is wasted because the plane can only carry about 80000 pounds, costing potential traffic and profits.
PATRBANKS Alaska APT FBI probes sabotage claim on Fairbanks Municipal Utilities telephone system after about 3400 of 23000 lines fail due to damaged cables officials say actions interrupt service and trigger investigation by authorities and the FBI in Alaska.
El Campo offers a Written Cash-Back Mileage Guarantee with tire purchases. Customers receive credit toward a replacement or cash back for unused mileage if a tire fails before the guarantee ends. The credit amount aligns with remaining 1000 mile blocks as shown beside each tire size.
Bridgestone promotes Triple Steel Belts as the top tire line. The ad lists prices and figures such as 28.37, 31.00, 33.96, and 37.41 with multiple monetary entries across regional offerings. It markets a major rubber product brand alongside cost per tire details.
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