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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1913
Page
7
A 1913 article by Clarence W. Cranmer notes country wide interest in truck shows. It highlights how educational campaigns by truck dealers informed merchants about delivery needs, demonstrated practical solutions, and stressed keeping trucks productive to earn profits.
Winter riding tips advise lowering gear ratio to reduce skids and ride slowly. Clean nickel plating and coat with Vaseline or shellac to prevent rust. Cover spark plug hoods with Vaseline. Stay warm with extra clothes, gloves with finger pockets, and gauntlets. Use thin nonfreezing oil and good gasoline.
Pedestrians should give wide berth to all vehicles in slippery weather as horse and motor drawn vehicles face danger. Crossing paths can force drivers to brake suddenly risking injury to occupants and others. It is humanitarian to avoid forcing heavy teams to stop just to save a few seconds.
A farmer near town showcases a ton-capacity truck repurposed to milk delivery, produce hauling, and a Sunday bus. Over nearly a year it replaces four horses, runs daily with two drivers, and saves time and labor while weather-proofing daily operations. The dealer notes versatility and potential for hay hauling as well.
Improvements in trucks include differential locks to prevent stalls on mud and ice, with power now sent to both rear wheels for traction. Chain cases keep dirt out of chains and sprockets, reducing heat and friction. Demountable bodies allow quick load transfer and rapid wheel changes on the road or at a depot.
The changes reduce vehicle idle time allowing drivers to cover more miles or complete more trips daily. This enhances service economy by lowering the ten mile or per package cost of haulage and delivery.
The article notes widespread taxi and bus use as a social utility, with plans for services in Betevia and Spurabaya in Java. It highlights rising motor car adoption among planters and business leaders and mentions routes between Cheribeu and Indremajerc and between Assham and Delf.
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