Washington Post's Second Auto Run To Richmond Starts October 14
The American Automobile Association announces a second auto run to Richmond with a return trip, opening pantry lists next Wednesday at noon. The October tour to the capital of the Old Dominion will mirror the route last May but with stricter rules and a sweepstakes prize.
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Virginia
Shenandoah Valley
Second Washington Post tour to Richmond and return
The American Automobile Association sanctions a second Washington Post tour to Richmond and return with start September 7 and close October 8. The five hundred mile route runs October 11 15 16 17 and 18 via Staunton Scottsville Charlottesville and Warrenton PS passes through Richmond Louisa Gordonsville Orange and Middleburg with brake and clutch tests and a final technical examination at the end.
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Richmond
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Warrenton
Culpeper
Virginia
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Little River
Scottsville
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Goochland Courthouse
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Causes of Lost Power in Engines From Valve Conditions
An automobile power loss stems from poor compression caused by bad valve seating, worn piston rings, or loose cylinder head joints. The article details Otto cycle basics, testing methods using starting handle or gauges, and stresses proper lubrication, oil filtration, and carburetor adjustment to restore engine strength.
MODELS OUT FOR 1911 Prices of Motorcars Will Range
Automakers announce 1911 models with prices about unchanged and standard equipment additions like tops and shock absorbers. The trend favors straight line front designs, dual doors, and hidden under-hood oil sights. Larger tires become common, with demountable rims offered by some. Brake systems standardize on rear-wheel two-set brakes, while engines and gearing stay similar. Watch for wheel end play in ball bearings and inspect antifriction bearings periodically.
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Calia
Worth
Jon
Prove Merit of Car Contests in Auto Development
Contests and reliability tours act as practical laboratory tests for autos, letting manufacturers prove and compare their machines under shared conditions. They reveal how each part must harmonize, highlight progress from racing to touring reliability, and offer buyers data on real performance and longevity.
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Demonstrator Arrives as Miller Bros Represent Velie Car
Miller Bros Auto and Supply Company unloaded their Velie demonstrator touring car in pearl gray with Mohair top. Claude Miller says the Velie is a higher priced, nearly factory built machine with engine tested at the Velie factory in Moline Illinois. The car features dual ignition through magneto and Atwater Kent, a dry plate cork insert clutch, and is pitched as best for medium priced cars.
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Claude Miller
Moline
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