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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1937
Page
5
Bill Brown of Brown's super-service recalls tire progress from 1916 high cost and short life to modern lower prices and longer lasting tires. He notes Goodyear tires reaching 190000 miles, the shift from 3 509 to 30 900 mile guarantees, and a move from white to black tires.
The Green Island, a 2200 ton vessel, joins Ford Motor Company’s fleet of 29 ships to sail lakes and canals between the Rouge Plant and eastern Ford branches. It is the world’s first all welded ship with two Diesel engines and a lowering superstructure to clear canal bridges, marking a highly efficient design.
Paul’s North Iowa avenue Diamond Station promotes the Double Challenge by Mid-Continent Petroleum Corp. The Journal carries large ads, confirming widespread comment. A Diamond Innitation image on West Madison is slated for next week, following a Brown D-X Service feature on West Washington.
Mr Brown notes improved tires and lighter cars have cut mileage costs. With summer travel near, Chevrolet's W Woop urges pretrip checks on cooling systems oil levels and lubricants for reliable performance and comfort. Regular service is essential as modern owners rely on garages for maintenance.
Nine new cars secured license plates at the county treasurer’s office last week. Owners listed include Althea Montgomery of Washington with a Chevrolet town sedan. W. S. Bratten Kalona with a Chevrolet town sedan. Paul F. Mayer Wellman with a Ford pickup. A. C. Peterson Washington with a Plymouth deluxe sedan. H C. Wakenknecht Ainsworth with a Chevrolet town sedan. H W. Durian Wellman with a Plymouth 2-door touring sedan. Frank C. Mayer Wellman with a Ford deluxe 4-door. Louis M. Smith Keota with a Packard touring sedan. and Iowa Continental Telephone Co. Washington with a Chevrolet sport sedan.
The article urges checking tire pressure before trips and during hot weather. Equal left and right pressures improve steering and ride comfort, prevent wear from over or under inflation, and reduce rim damage on rough roads. Regular checks help avoid minor annoyances spoiling vacations.
Record-breaking sales of Pontiac cars continued into May, the third straight month with gains over any prior period. C. C. Simpson, general sales manager, reports May retail sales at 25,839, with April at 25,064 and March at 25,934, and first five months totaling 98,772.
The ad page shows license numbers for Graf and Schantz receiving five gallons of gasoline each, bringing total free gas given to 100 gallons. The feature promotes auto ads with driving tips, and Pontiac posted record May car sales and used car gains.
In its first fifty years the tower drew about 170000 visitors to Paris. The landmark attracted both locals and tourists eager to ride the lifts and view the city from its viewing platforms.
National Safety Council data show no rise in drunken driving accidents from 1935 to 1936. However the share of pedestrians who had been drinking or were under the influence increased about 22 percent overall, with New Hampshire reducing fatal traffic accidents 17.6 percent while intoxicated pedestrians rose markedly.
A literary advocate urges starting mornings with Shakespeare to inspire daily thought, citing the London Opinion and the value of early reading for culture and wit.
The advertisement touts Tydol Big Gallon gasoline with an exclusive top-cylinder oil and a cleaning agent. It claims added lubrication and cleaning benefits for engines, guarding high compression and reducing carbon deposits, offering two extra services at no extra cost. Phone 92-3235.
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