Auto tax cut to 3 percent affects 14 makes sold in Waterloo
The 1926 tax bill reducing federal tax on automobiles from 5 to 3 percent takes effect March 27. Waterloo dealers report immediate price relief for buyers of 14 makes including Ajax Dodge Essex Franklin Hudson Jewett Nash Oakland Parkard Paige Pontiac Rickenbacker Velie with some dealers offering rebates or added accessories to cover the difference. Dealers note some firms may reimburse taxes or absorb the shortfall. others await authorization. Tax reductions may alter used car values slightly, with higher-end units affected more. The measure also eliminates taxes on trucks tires parts and autos for hire and removes the tax on passenger cars entirely in future.
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Altho
Weverley
Ajax
Dodge
Essex
Franklin
Hudson
Jewett
Nash
Oakland
Parkard
Paige
Pontiac
Rickenbacker
Velie
Reg
Overland
Willys
Knight
Waterloo
Street Car Boarding Safety Rules for Drivers
Passengers alighting from street cars have the right of way. Motorists must yield to pedestrians and stop at least 10 feet from the rear of street car gates. When safety zones exist for boarding or alighting, drivers should slow to a crawl 15 feet or more from the rear gates and pass the zone slowly.
Fear of Losing Licenses Makes Drivers Careful
Chicago March 1 Fear of losing their licenses makes automobile drivers more careful This declaration was given today by S J Williams driving safety official after reports from over 90 American cities The National Safety Council urges real exams for license applicants and revocation for reckless intoxicated felony or medical disability violations Suspension of licenses reduces accidents Publicizing names of cited drivers also has moral effect Only by submission to control can drivers avoid penalties and reduce auto accidents last year contain many errors
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Chicago
S.J
Ami
Wl Safety Council
National Safety Council
Williams
Onbee
Jeter
Franklin Arrivals Show New Shades in Outside Finish
The Franklin Motor Company introduces three new exterior finishes to appeal to buyers seeking both performance and style. A shipment to Conry Motor Co displays cars in the new Marne Green with two sedans also shown, signaling a shift in consumer demand for color alongside mechanical value.
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Franklin
Franklin Motor Company
Conry Motor Company
Franklin and Rickenbacker
Okepupe
Marne Breen
Dane
Lin New Shade of Blue Duco and Sing Other in the Moleskin Shade
Duco presents a new blue shade called Lin New, designed to refresh car finishes. The copy emphasizes a fresh, springlike appearance and a polished, attractive result for vehicles.
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Lin
Duco
Quality Motors Clears Showroom for Star Coaches
Space is being cleared in the showroom of Quality Motors for the first shipment of Star four cylinder coaches and the new six cylinder Vandalls. Reportedly, the LeW cars possess roadability. the coach and Tandau hero are said to come equipped with balloon tires and bright finishes as seen at New York and Chicago shows.
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Quality Motor
New York
Chicaga
Missouri motorists receive new license plate map system
Missouri motorists will get a 24 inch square map with every issued license plate. The map shows state road networks, city and town locations, post offices and community centers. The distribution began March 1 and includes Kansas City and St. Louis symbols and Missouri landmarks.
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Defferson
Kansas City
St. Louis
Missouri
Los Angeles Paints Pedestrian Safety on Streets
City officials report annual spending exceeding 340000 to paint crosswalk directions and safety marks on streets. Observers note tense rivalry between the Municipal Department of Public Safety and the feminine Department of Personal Handi Craft in the effort.
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Los Angeles
Los Athlees
Muuicipal Department of Public Safety
Department of
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