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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1917
Page
6
The Civil Service Commission announces an apprenticeship program at the Engraving and Printing Bureau. Applicants pass an examination on a date to join as apprentices with starting pay of 500 dollars first year rising to 840 the fourth. Upon completion, assignments offer initial salaries of 1900 or 1000 with raises to 1300 or 2460 respectively per year.
The National Automobile Show under the Middle Atlantic Motor Association opened at Union Building G Street NW for a week. Fifty plus pleasure cars on two floors include roadsters touring and convertibles with prices from a few hundred to thousands. exhibits feature U S colors and two orchestras.
The piece argues that mechanical power is more economical dependable and satisfactory than animal power though some may resist adopting the modern system until a costly personal lesson prompts action.
A historical feature argues women influence car purchases, noting households rely on female judgment for family cars. It discusses features pleasing to women, such as self starters, mechanical reliability, attractive styling, roominess, and ease of operation as key selling points for automakers.
The feature summary highlights advances in 1917 autos with reduced dead space in cylinders, higher compression, larger valve passages, and lighter parts for better economy and acceleration. Improvements include smoother intake, stronger crankshafts, better mounting of accessories, aluminum pistons in use, and pressurized oiling for high speeds. Tire stores expansion and a shift toward open showrooms and knowledgeable salesmen conclude with industry moves and personnel changes.
A visiting film star and his party were in Washington when their car was parked at Union Station. The actor’s bulldog Luke wandered into railroad yards. Police were alerted and searches conducted without success. Arbuckle and party moved on to Philadelphia, prompting citizen help for the pet’s safe return.
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