Four Hurt and Four Jailed After Des Moines Crash
Four persons were injured and four men held after a Des Moines automobile crash last night. Mrs J L Corley and her seven year old daughter Jiretta were seriously hurt when their car was struck at a crossing. the child had a fractured skull. Four men John J Wilson GO A Wilson Frank A Pearson and BR L Davidson were arrested after the driver ignored an ambulance right of way signal. Also injured were James L Cameron who was struck and rendered a skull fracture and William B Kasberg who suffered cuts and bruises.
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Des Moines
J. L. Corley
Jiretta
John J
GO. A. Wilson
Frank A. Pearson
BR. L. Davidson
James L. Cameron
Ward Ellison
Carlisle
Willam B. Kasberg
Emery Marquis
Chrysler Car Sales Gain in Rural Areas
Chrysler reports exceptional growth in rural and small town markets this year. Waterloo Motor Sales cites officials saying rural demand surged and dealer networks expanded with about 1000 new dealers in 11 weeks, over half in towns under 10,000 population, reflecting franchise expansion.
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Chrysler
Waterloo Motor Sales Company
Balloon Tires Rise Trend in 1926 Production
Balloon tires gained in 1926, rising to 47 percent of pneumatic tire output from 34 percent in 1925, per American Automobile Association data. Fabric tire production fell 8 percent and high pressure cords by 5 percent over the year. Farmer ends life in Algona, Iowa, after health-related despondency. Fred G. Brunson, 26, shot himself at his Burt home on November 23.
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American Automobile Association
Algans
Fred_ G. Brunson
Liying
Burt
Packard Offers Forty Distinct Car Models Now Made
Packard unveils a complete line with 40 different cars from six and eight models on 126 to 143 inch wheelbases. Improvements include lighter frames, taller interiors, enhanced fuel efficiency, automatic cylinder oiling, and new valve springs from aircraft research boosting quiet operation and longevity.
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Packard
Packard Aight
Phaeton
Packard Advances in Engine Design Improvise Crankshafts
Slow motion studies of springs reveal vibration issues in ordinary designs. Packard replaces large valve springs with two smaller ones to raise vibration period and reduce wear. Hollow connecting rod journals cut weight by three quarters of a pound per piston. A new counterweight system enhances balance, aiding simplicity and economy in their MOOT Cars lineup.
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Packard
United States Army
Navy
Tank Corps
Army
Aircraft Motors
Packards
Gall
Acid Scalp Promises Danderine Relief and Shine
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a scientific conditioner for acid scalp and dandruff. It claims the product neutralizes acidity, dissolves dandruff, adds softness and sheen, helps waves hold longer, and requires only a few drops for better hair. A 35 cent bottle is said to last weeks at drugstores.
Packed Car Colors Highlight Packard Factory Limits
Fragmented text notes a broad range of car colors and body selections from the Packard factory. Mentions production pace limits, long history, and company acceptance, but details are unclear.
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Nevada
REO Motor Car Company
Lansing
Michigan
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Waterloo
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Cedar Falls
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DuMond Motor Co., Inc
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Silverton
Oregon
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Fruitdale
South Dakota
Lydian E. Pinkham
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Lydia E. Pinkham
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