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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1935
Page
5
Iowa regulation outlines use of license-applied-for and car-in-transit cards for new and used vehicles. Dealers must issue free cards, with specific wording and sizes, and limit usage to defined timeframes and conditions.
Nine new cars and three trucks were licensed in Washington county during the last week, reported by the county motor vehicle department. Buyers include farmers' implement stores in Washington and various individuals with makes such as Chevrolet Ford and Plymouth. three new tracks were registered and 73 transfers of licenses for old cars were recorded, averaging over twelve daily.
Motor owners show interest in a new product called Piston-Seal Oil. The oil is described as rapidly gaining attention in the market.
The 2 000 000th V-8 Ford touring sedan, built June 13 at the Rouge plant in Dearborn under Henry and Edsel Ford, heads to the Ford Exposition at the California-Pacific International Exposition in San Diego. Mayor Clyde M. Ford of Dearborn signed the entry in the log book.
The article highlights Studebaker's 1925 lineup emphasizing steadier handling, a new independent planar wheel suspension, and the famed miracle ride. It notes hydraulic brakes, distinct styling with chromium radiators, and custom interior refinement aimed at broad driver appeal.
Des Moines June 28 Wallace state motor vehicle department superintendent announced the deadline for 1935 36 automobile drivers licenses has been moved from July 1 to July 10 due to a shortage of application blanks. Thousands of forms have been returned by Washington county drivers and supplies remain at the courthouse and filling stations.
Auto classified note lists car for sale with radio in good condition at half price and a phone contact. Also offers used tires in several sizes including 3 30x5 HD truck tires and 5 50-17 56 25-18 at about one third original cost. Includes Washington Oil Co Firestone dealers and economy oil ad for Pist on Seal carbon removal.
Ford dealers describe the 1935 V-8 as retaining the 1934 power plant while adding a new ventilation system that removes water vapors and prevents oil dilution and cylinder wear. The V-type engine is touted as superior with records in land air and sea, including 272.4 mph car and 2 miles per minute speedboat and 428 mph aircraft.
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