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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1925
Page
4
Detroit August 26 United Press reports Ford introduces its most drastic body changes since the Model T. Open and closed models gain all steel lowerable bodies, color in closed cars, larger brakes, deeper seats, longer wheelbase, under-cowl gas tank, one piece windshields, and four door tourings.
Local buyers note higher value in the improved Jewett line with full equipment and reduced prices. Waterloo dealer C. A. Anderson says June deliveries paused to accommodate the upgrade, but Jewett sales outpaced last year. The five models boast numerous improvements, including upgraded interiors, new colors, better lighting, safer wiring, and luxurious upholstery at lower prices.
Mr and Mrs N J McNally finished a 4 070 mile drive through eastern states in a Chrysler 4 coach They averaged 22 miles per gallon with a single puncture The trip covered New York Arlington National Cemetery Gettysburg Buffalo Cleveland Dayton Niagara Falls and other cities Mrs w A Henry of Altus Oklahoma has been elected president of the First National Bank in that city becoming the state s first female bank executive.
The National Safety Council emphasizes domestic harmony to reduce accidents. A quarrel between spouses, a smiling parting, and affectionate gestures like a kiss are cited as factors preventing injuries. The bulletin notes most mishaps occur at home and urges amity to curb dangers on the way to work.
Willys-Overland reports 109,894 cars built in the first half of 1923, a leap of nearly 11,000 above the same period in 1924. The output equals within 40,000 of the total cars manufactured in the entire prior year, marking an unprecedented company milestone.
Jewett presents an updated Coach with glare-reducing cockpit layout gear shifts and emergency levers moved forward for space and handy switches. After years of refinement the maker claims a better and more beautiful engineering triumph at a moderate price.
Velia Mealors corporation of Missouri Illinois adds two new body types to its Velie line, the brougham now at dealers nationwide. It seats five with four doors, two tone gray finish, black trim, curved visor and full nickel radiator shell.
Frank Colord Jr manager of the local Dodge Brothers agency says prices on all Dodge Brothers models are reduced except the roadster. He notes the reduction comes as Dodge Brothers production hits a peak and signals favorable timing for buyers.
Detroit reports the new Cadillac is hailed as the finest car the firm has built, combining top performance with a lower price than its predecessors. The announcement spurs extensive debate among automotive circles about its design, value, and potential market impact.
Two Ford mail and freight trucks with Monel metal bodies, fenders, radiators, shells, hoods, and wheels captivate observers as they shuttle goods to and from Ford air terminals.
The V-Type Eight uses a shorter and more rigid crankshaft needing fewer bearings. In all-in-line eights from seven to nine bearings are required, making alignment more difficult due to the greater number of bearing supports.
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