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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1913
Page
33
The article urges motorists to inflate tires correctly and use oversize tires for economy and comfort. It warns underinflation causes tire damage and wasted mileage, stresses the need for pressure gauges, careful starting and stopping, and smoother braking to reduce tread wear and prevent blowouts.
At the National Capital Motorcycle Club meeting on January 29 a letter from J Leo Sauer of the Federation of American Motorcyclists announced his February 3 visit to address the club on motorcycling and the F A M A committee was formed to plan the visit and make it memorable A race meet at Benning race track on May 30 is planned with a large organizing panel The club also received a desk donation from the federation toward its legal fund for the passenger carrying test case in the DC Supreme Court Attorneys McNeill & McNeill report satisfactory progress in the six wheel motor vehicle case
A historical nod to early auto industry progress from bicycles to motor trucks. It highlights rapid development, changing construction needs, and the business boost for merchants through delivery vehicles. The piece notes the shift from buggy power to automobiles, predicting continued innovation and lasting impact on commerce.
Miller Co shows Stutz on road and track with many special features. The car is praised for speed and sturdiness and includes a Mater One electric generator with storage battery, redesigned transmission and rear axle, three speeds forward and reverse, annular bearings, inside control. Both four and six cylinder bodies are identical.
The Office of Public Roads, U S Department of Agriculture displays new highway exhibit at Madison Square Garden Grand Central Palace. Miniature models show earth to asphalt road construction including concrete bridges drainage and a history of highway building from ancient to modern macadam through 1914. The 1:12 scale display traces Applay Way to 30 Bc, Tresaguet, Telford, early macadam and modern methods, plus a quarry and electric crushing plant.
Instruction describes a method for starting a motor with a quick spin and throttle partly closed. By lifting the handle sharply and retrurned spark, the engine starts without revving, allowing a controlled hop. The tip emphasizes careful drivers avoiding full throttle at start to prevent racing.
A playful verse enumerates car parts and costs from A to Y, critiquing rising prices. The poem links A to auto ownership, B to a fender, C to constable, D to dollars, E to engine, F to bearings, and others, noting inflated fuel, oil, tires, and parts. It ends with a quip on personal pride and newsworthiness.
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