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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1937
Page
5
Automotive engineers claim brakes are the most vital car feature linking driver to vehicle. They note brakes must instantly respond with the driver’s actions, requiring eight times the engine’s power to stop a 4000 pound car from 80 mph, versus 35 seconds to accelerate.
The article explains vapor lock in high heat, showing fuel vaporization between pump and carburetor causes engine misfires stalls or no start after high speed runs. It reviews cooling methods and a 1930s design where the fuel pump is lowered and inverted to place the fuel bowl below the exhaust, increasing exposure to cooling air.
Coppock notices a school play in rehearsal for soon with three weeks left in the term. The article lists local residents' activities including calls, visits, shopping trips, and a rain-impacted farming scene. It notes heavy rains delaying gardens and field work by about two weeks.
The article notes a rapid shift from straight four and two door sedans to touring sedans in Pontiac eight and six cylinder lines. By Aug 1936 touring models surpassed straight types, with touring sedans reaching over 20 percent of eight cylinder production and 40 percent of deluxe six production.
Local notes from Veo recount neighbors shearing sheep and visiting kin. Merril Goweys visited Packwood for baby chicks, while Heverly Coffin and Anna Gowey played together. Elmer Coffin served on a Fairfield grand jury. Milton Coffin attended a family dinner near Havre.
The county automobile department reports fifteen new cars licensed in Washington County over the past week. Owners and vehicle details include H G Simpson Lincoln Zephyr in Washington, H J Sclieckelman Pontiac two door sedan in Washington, William Shetler Ford truck in Wellman, Grant McKane Chevrolet deluxe town sedan in Washington, J W Stewart & Sons Ford 2 door in Keota, Dr E A Horner Studebaker pickup in Brighton, Louis Veggy Chevrolet town sedan in Riverside, Cc H Guther and Loren Turnipseed Chevrolet town sedan in Washington and Brighton, Gladyce H Crone Ford deluxe 4 door in Washington, Clayton E Bear Ford deluxe 4 door in Wellman, J F Hemmings Ford deluxe coupe in Washington, Maplecrest Turkey Farms Ford truck in Wellman, J F Crull terrace plane touring sedan in Washington, and R A Juring Chrysler touring sedan in Washington.
Miss Besse Jones in charge of automobile registration sent delinquent notices to 275 Washington County residents who had cars registered last year but have not renewed licenses or notified of disposition. Notices were also sent to 56 licensed trucks and trailers. Delinquents have until May 15 to renew or prove non delinquency. the sheriff will seize unlicensed or unlisted vehicles. Last year 255 cars, 40 trucks and 16 trailers were turned over to the sheriff. Through May 1 this year 4,962 cars and 6,228 trucks have been licensed in the county. Since April 16 the new law is in effect and Miss Jones has collected $288.42 in two percent sales tax on new and used cars from out of state.
Sunday reports note Mrs. Carlos Watson and Mrs. Pacha visited Pleasant Plain school on Tuesday afternoon. Dorothy Hazel Donald and Erma Bray spent Wednesday afternoon with their Grandpa and Grandma Bray.
Georgia ranks second in marble production among states and holds the lead in asbestos possession, reflecting its mineral resources and industrial capacity.
A fragmented Pontiac News item urges cautious driving citing high US automobile deaths and common hazards. It stresses slowing at corners using hand signals, avoiding curb exits without signaling, respecting pedestrians, and protecting children while emphasizing driver responsibility.
Washington county residents can win five gallons of gasoline by matching car numbers drawn weekly. Ads on the Auto page list eligible numbers and winners pick up cards at the Journal Office for redemption at service stations. The feature runs every Friday to boost reader interest.
Tydol Gasoline introduces a triple action with top cylinder oil and cleaner to protect engine parts and reduce carbon build up. The new formula promises cooler, smoother, more efficient running and greater miles per gallon with no extra cost.
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