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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1936
Page
6
Auto industry reports 1935 passenger car registrations reached 2,743,908, the fourth highest total in history. Officials say growing car ownership and travel will boost spring and summer motor activity, with more people on the road than in any prior year. They note 1926 1928 and 1929 were higher for sales, but current trends suggest revived recreation and better business conditions will raise motor travel.
The article notes growing demand for road maps and touring information as extended spring and summer vacations loom. More people traveled south by motor this winter and a larger touring season is expected. Improved roads and better cars from 1929 to 1936 boost optimism for a record tour year.
A safe driving bulletin emphasizes that modern cars depend on the owner's care. Proper fuel, lubricants, tire air, anti freeze, battery maintenance, and regular oil changes prevent hard starts and wear. Regular service stations and fuel quality support efficient operation and safety on winter roads.
A fragmented ad suggests a walk based savings claim with a figure of 35 steps equating to 35 dollars saved, stating each step costs a dollar and implying a value for walking in a given method.
Tucker and Tucker local Chevrolet dealers announce a second free talking picture event open to the public on March 20. The evening show at Tucker and Bicher showrooms will entertain the whole family with prizes awarded to attendees.
Four new cars were licensed in Washington county during the past week. W C Richards of Ainsworth registered a Chevrolet touring sedan. A C Patterson of Washington registered a Plymouth two door. L C Stillwell of Kalona registered a Plymouth four door touring sedan. J Q Elder of Washington registered a Chevrolet sports sedan. No new trucks were registered. 43 transfers were filed. Total cars licensed this year reach 4308 with 501 trucks.
Chevrolet’s three month production data show black as 44 percent of national color demand for 1936 models. Regional shifts are noted with Oakland California at 16 percent black, Tarrytown New York at 47 percent, and Atlanta at 54 percent. Seven colors offered include a new frosty green and shades such as gray green blue brown maroon and more.
Sunday auto service begins this Sunday in Washington at the Tucker and Eicher garage. The brief notice signals new motor repairs and maintenance options for local drivers.
Hudson Motor Car Company completed a colossal 147000 pound die for its new half million pound press in Detroit. The press operates four-man safety controls and an emergency stop while producing roof panels and forming complete steel bodies in a dedicated plant adjacent to the chassis factory.
John Naughton head of the service department announced that automobiling is a seven days per week occupation and the public needs service on Sunday as much as other days. Opening and closing hours will be 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. respectively.
Des Moines report notes several northern Iowa streams remain frozen prompting requests to delay the trout fishing season from April 1 to April 10 or 15.
Classified listings from the Sinclair Station in Burlington Iowa advertise 1934 Chevrolet Master and 1934 V eight De Luxe Tudor models with trade options and Ford truck for sale or trade. A fire call mix up led firefighters to the wrong address but saved the home roof and all but the roof.
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