States Raise Speed Limits In 1027 Sessions Across Ten States
A A A reports ten states increased speed limits in 1027 legislative sessions. Idaho up to 35 mph open country, Indiana 40, Iowa 25 residential, Maine 15 built up, Maryland 40 open country, New Hampshire 36 open country and 20 business, North Carolina 45 open country, North Dakota 35 open country with 20 business and 15 at grade crossings, Oregon 35 open country, Washington 40 open country and 25 city. The AA A notes a shift to judging reckless driving by circumstance and support for minimum speed laws to curb hazards from slow traffic.
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Buick Riding Ease Its Greatest Quality Says Dealer Votes
Flint Michigan November 9 Buick’s 1928 riding comfort dominates dealer opinion nationwide based on a survey of 375 Buick dealers across Memphis Atlantic Jacksonville and Pittsburgh. Hydraulic shocks and redesigned cantilever springs with deep cushion upholstery smooth road shocks for a glide like no other.
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Probe Man's Death In Davenport Iowa
Davenport Iowa November 9 Coroner J D Cantwell opened an investigation into the death of Alotisan Cole man 48 found dead in the gas filled kitchen at his home He ruled death from naphynxition a pair of scissors lay nearby and Colemans note said he could not stand the disgrace to his family The report adds that mist and cloudiness of the British climate do not hinder the morning picture industry there
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Alotisan Coleman
J. D. Cantwell
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License plate hues tie for 1928 color schemes rule
The American Automobile Association reports 42 states adopted a new color scheme for 1928 license plates, with two color combinations tied for popularity. Dark blue or green backgrounds with white numerals led, followed by white on black, yellow on black, and orange on black. Detailed color pairings listed for all states and territories.
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Laundry building rising on Fifth Street for Meyers project
Construction on a one story 20 by 80 foot building by John G. Miller Construction progresses rapidly adjacent to Moose Hall. Concrete slabs for the first floor are being poured today. The Quong Kee laundry will occupy the space formerly on the site.
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H. J. Meyers
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J Toowans Buy New Ford Sight Unseen
Thirty one Towans and seventy five Waterlooans have bought the new Ford model sight unseen. F T Mackay and A B Chambers report advance orders swelling as plants ready first cars for November. Chambers discourages trade ins due to exhausted quota and new machinery will boost production.
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Ford Motor Company
Ford predicts higher output for new car model
Chambers stated peak Model T production hit 9,000 cars daily with 90,000 workers and expects the new model to raise output to 12,000 units per day.
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October Cadillac Production Reaches New Monthly Peak
Detroit is cited as the source for Cadillac Motor Car Company results showing a record October with 4,276 units produced, a 5 percent rise from September. Daily output averaged 175 to 180 cars, and shipments are projected to be the second largest in Cadillac history, led by LaSalle and the new Cadillac.
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St -Deleber
Cadillac
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Cadillac Motor Car Company
H. M. Stephens
Bad Brakes May Mean Your Life
A cautionary automotive safety piece stresses monitoring brake linings and preventing glazing and oil ignition risks. It warns that worn brakes heat rapidly, may fail on long hills, and could cause fatal accidents if not repaired promptly, urging thorough inspection and maintenance. A separate note reports the overdose death of Leslie F. Jones, 38, in Ames, with drugs and a hypodermic needle found.
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Greer School of Electrical and Automotive Trades
Chicago
United States
Ames
Leslie FL Jones
Chicago Northwestern
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