Auto parts sales: 1925 spending to reach huge total
Detroit reports that 1925 auto parts replacement expenditures will reach 760 million dollars exclusive of maintenance costs. Walton of James Valve Co cites rising registrations and output, with 1924 averaging 642 dollars per car. He notes cars driven year round and that parts prices have fallen, urging readiness for the National Standard Parts association convention in Chicago.
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Detroit
T. R. Walton
James Valve Company
Walton
National‘Handard Parts Association
Hotel Sherman
Chicago
Demand Brisk for Dee Bee Enclosures During Winter
With the approach of colder months the Jago Seles company reports brisk demand for DeeBee all glass enclosures for automobiles. DeeBee installation does not alter the car’s color or type, matching customer needs and preferences as a key selling point.
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Jago Seles Company
Rattle-proof car with polished glass and secure enclosures
The description notes a vehicle built for safety and durability with throughout rattle proofing. All doors open. wire and high grade polished glass used throughout. Enclosures are easily attached with nothing to go out of order.
Overland Six Sells Fast as Orders Outpace Production
The Overland six cylinder sedan models, standard and DeLuxe, sell rapidly with orders piling up despite boosted summer production. The 40 horsepower engine powers two two door and four door versions in gray two tone finishes with wide windshields and good ventilation.
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Willy Overland
Willys-Overland
Overland
Ford Company Sets New High Mark for Six Day Production
Detroit nov 4 word Motor company production for the week ending Oct 23 totaled 49004 domestic cars and trucks a record for any six day period in the company's history. The biggest day was Tuesday when 8466 vehicles came off the lines. Ford officials state the touring car remains popular especially at this season of the year with 100000 to be produced this month. First shipments of Ford parts to be sent direct from the factory to dealers in one of the Ford airports left Saturday for Kalamazoo and delivery was made inside of two hours.
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Detroit
Word Motor Company
Ford
Kalamazoo
Saunders System Advances Driv Your Self Car Rentals
A Saunders System branch at 718 Sycamore Street in Waterloo promotes a drive it yourself rental plan. Experts say the mileage based program makes car travel affordable by offering nearly new, well maintained cars with pricing often lower than private ownership. The system emphasizes continuous renewal and economies from high monthly mileage.
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Promi
Saunders System
Sycamore Street
Thre Ely
Waterloo
Chevrolets Used in Army Service
The army adds a Chev rolet trans continental auto car built on a standard Chevrolet chassis. It lacks a passenger top and body, has low cushioned seats, same fenders and running boards as passenger cars, front and rear bumpers, and steel disc wheels. Primarily used for rapid conveyance of officers during maneuvers.
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Army Transportation Service
Millitary
Chevrolet
Chevrolet Army
Military vehicle showcased by Marines at Camp Meade maneuvers
General John A. Lejeune rode in a Chevrolet armored car during a sham battle with the Devil Dogs at Camp Meade Maryland. He was accompanied by Generals Feland Williams and Colonel Eskridge who drove the vehicle as maneuvers proceeded.
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John A. Lejeune
Cone Miuider
United States Marine Corps
Camp Meade
Camp Meade, Md
Feland and Willums
Col
O. &. Eskridge
Var
Triphagen Succeeds Rueschaw as Reo Sales Manager
R. G. Rueschaw, longtime Reo Motor Car sales chief, retires due to ill health while remaining on the board. C. A. Triphagen, former assistant sales manager and Detroit brand head, is named to lead the Reo sales organization with Rueschaw departing to focus on health and travel.
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Triphagen
Rueschaw
Reo Co
R. C. Rueschaw
Reo Motor Car Company
Mr. Rueschaw
C. A. Triplagen
Reo
Ager
Detroit
Rueshaw
Reg
Rea
Ruesehaw
R. H. Scott
R. G. Ruesehaw
Lunch room widened at Coleman building on Mulberry Street
Work began today to widen Coleman's lunch room at 516 Mulberry Street by eight feet. Owner G A Sheridan says the improvement will cost 509 dollars.
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Coleman
Mulberry Street
G. A. Sheridan
Hudson-Essex Cars Cut Prices in Public Announcement
Hudson-Essex dealers in Waterloo announce substantial price reductions on Hudson and Essex cars. Alongside lower list prices, war taxes and expenses are cut so delivered prices are more favorable. Local dealer W J Keefe notes no single method explains the cuts, citing general cooperation in manufacturing and selling to reach a wider buyer base. Hudson-Essex cites its status as a large six cylinder producer and a leading closed car specialist as advantages.
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Hudson and Essex
Hudson-Essex Cop
Waterloo
Frudson-Essex
Hudson-Essex
W. J. Keefe
Hudson
Hudson-ssex
Turing
Samuelson May Seek Iowa State Superintendent Post
Agnes Samuelson of Cedar Falls is anticipated to announce her candidacy for state superintendent of public instruction at the Iowa Peach Growers convention in Des Moines. She would oppose State Superintendent May Francis and could be backed by secretary Charles F. Pye as debates over education policy and governor appointment evolve.
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Francis
Miss Francis
State Association
Pye Aa
Association
Samueleon
Iowa
Iowa State Teachers College
Des Moines
Iowa State Peachers Association
Agnes Samuelson
Cedar Falls
Toe
May Francis
Pya
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Ford Company
Michigo
Ted Ca
H. & M. Chevrolet CO
Jefferson
Ita
Borg and
Beck
Overland Waterloo Company
Waterloo, Iowa
East
Franklin
Willy
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