Motor Age 1914-08-06: Vol 26 Iss 6

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Ce = lll IOfA COPY eamline Car ul sti 4 —e AUGUST 6,1914

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MULTIBESTOS Keeps Your Car Always “In Hand” Safety does not depend merely on how fast or slow you drive, but on how well you have your car under control. A speed of 30 miles an hour in a car equipped with Multi- bestos Brake Lining may be far safer than 10 miles an hour in a car with ordinary brake lining which grips a second too late, or “grabs” or checks the two wheels unevenly, causing a skid. There is no question of the best brake lining. This point has been absolutely settled by engineering authorities who are impartial and unprejudiced. Let us send you signed reports of comparative tests showing that Multibestos has greater resistance to heat than any substitute. This efficiency, which has never been equaled, is based on the firm, tight weave of purest long fibre asbestos and brass wire. When you want maximum power and flexibility, insist on Multibestos. Write for Booklet “Safe in the Grip of Multibestos”’ It’s of vital interest to every user of brakes Cee §=6Standard Woven “ fa eeeaae eee re er at ries STGSi- ; : | | Fabric Co. Framingham, Mass. New York, 276 Canal St.. C. D. Schmidt Chicago, 1430 Michigan Boulevard, F. E. Sparks Boston, 903 Boylston St.. fF. Shirley Boyd San Francisco, Cor. First and Howard Sts., Fred Philadelphia, 1427 Vine St., N. A. Petry Co., Ine. Ward & Son, Ine.

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MOTOR AGE ult-flarttord SHOCK ABSORBER The first answer to the motorist’s _ need of rough-road relief was the Fr atault-Hartford Shock Absorber, «The Pioneer and the Best.’? After ‘ten years of «* Making-Every Road a Boulevard’’ it has become synony- _ mous with ‘auto comfort.” A quar- Ro ee users say so, and over ity-five leading makers add their paige in unmistakable terms by _ including Truffault-Hartford as part a their regular factory equipment, Wonderfully ‘successful in adding flexibility to springs and making a car ride easier and last longer. “Money back if not satisfactory. ”” Guargates satisfactory after 30 days’ trial fro FOUR tar FRICTION SPRING Why experiment when you can buy a device with such a record? Com- fort is- far too desirable and it is ab- solutely assured by the use of the Troffault-Hartford. No other shock absorber has the right to use the principle of rotary friction, and science proves that. this is the only principle which actually absorbs jolts; jars and vibration. Get Truffault-Hartfords and be satisfied. models — $60, $50, $35, $16. Special «| Ford" Type, $16. 4 Hartford ae umper Hartford Auto-clack The strongest motor car bumper in the world. Absorbs the shock of collision. Saves repairs and makes a car look ‘‘smart.”” Litts a heavy car with wonderful ease and quickness, A simple wrist movement suf- fices. Costs a little more, but so much better. nder this broad policy all Hartford products are sold. Any article of our manufacture nol proving date of purchase,. can be returned and the purchase _ will be ricer HARTFORD SUSPENSION COa: al i'w. V. HARTFORD, pies" orks: 146 Bay St., Jersey City, N.J. Manufacturers of Hartford Electric Starting and Lighting System Branches and distributors in all principal cities of United States and Canada Dealers everywhere When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. Fives |

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2 3 MOTOR AGE THE ROAD IS REALLY ROUGH AND BUMPY LIKE aysets BUT WITH FLEX- SPRING SHOCK ABSORBERS IT OEEMS SMOOTH LIKE THI5 They Take the Joggles Out of the Cobbles! Fowler Flex-Springs are the lowest priced Ford shock absorbers on the market —cost but $8 the complete set of four. They are guaranteed to make your car easier riding than Ford shock absorbers selling at two and three times their price—or your money refunded. Why pay more for shock absorbers that won’t do as much as Fowler Flex-Springs? FLEX-sPRING SHOCK ABSORBERS FOR FORD CARS Patent Applied for. The low price of these shock absorbers is due to absolute simplicity in construction—no com- plicated coil springs—no oil cylinders to refill constantly—no pistons. Fowler Flex-Springs are unbreakable. They are made of nickel-chrome spring steel and tested to withstand stresses and strains greater than it would be possible to subject a car to even in the most abusive service. They are many times stronger than the Ford spring shackles which they replace. AT YOUR DEALERS’, Mfd. by Flex-Spring Co. RG This comes off — This goes on PRICE PER SET OF FOUR—$8.00 Complete with studs and grease cups OR SENT. DIRECT POSTPAID ON RECEIPT OF PRICE Dealers wanted everywhere. Exclusive territory rights granted Fowler Lamp & Manufacturing Co. 57 to 61 East 24th St., Fowler Flex-Springs act as a flexible spring shackle—cradle the car against every jolt, jar and inequality in the road surface. They give a pleasing “rocker” motion to the car. They pre- vent side-sway. They increase the efficiency of the car’s regular springs, and save tire wear. They are the only shock ab- sorbers that can be installed in one hour by anyone—without the use of a jack, or without taking down one part of the car. You simply remove the regular spring shackles and replace them with Flex-Springs. CHICAGO General Distributor for U. S., Canada and Europe FLEX-SPRINGS on rear axle FLEX-SPRINGS on front axle When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE bf e ewes CON PANY South ae Avenue ICAGO ILLINOIS YEARLY SUBSCRIPTION RATES United States, Mexico and U. S. Possessions Canada and ail EE GURU aiid C24 os blw'G Hue heiea éeaer cewabeeucesineens All currency should be sent by registered mail. Two weeks should be allowed for change of address to become effective, or fer receipt of first — on a new subscription. In forwarding ange of address, please give old and new address. BBWARE OF SOLICITORS OFFERING SUBSCRIPTIONS AT CUT RATBRS. Volume XVXI August 6, 1914 No. 6 Content 3 TOURING CHARMS OF HAMLET’S LAND 5 Dr. Peter Clemensen of Chicago describes an interesting tour through Denmark EUROPEAN WAR FELT BY AMERICAN MOTOR INDUSTRY........ 10 Detroit car manufacturers discuss effect of war on export business EDITORIAL — EUROPEAN WAR AS SEEN THROUGH GOGGLES — STANDARDIZING THE TRAFFIC CODE...........2cccce0. 12 POEM—THE MECHANICIAN Be ra bre ae gr ah on ss hoe oats ata ee 13 MULFORD AND PEUGEOT INVINCIBLE AT GALVESTON.......... 14 Wins ten out of sixteen races—Seventeen entries now listed for Elgin road races GRAND: PRIX. PEUGEOT SHOWS GREAT SPEED. .... - «20.00 66e% eee 16 Boillot drives the 275-inch car at rate of 107.5 m.p.h. for 4.3 miles at Boulogne ARMY OF DEALERS DRIVES NEW STUDEBAKERS HOME.......... 25 Agents invade Detroit and inspect 1915 models MOTORING GCONDITIONS IN NEW ZEALAND. ..... 6 6c ede ceca 20 Climate and scenic conditions ideal—Bettering road conditions FORD DROPS PRICES $60 PER CAR FOR 1945... ...0.c6.ccccec. 24 Additional rebate if 300,000 machines are made MOTOR GAR DEVELOUINNIVE 6 666 ois 5c le we eee ce cieeeneeed. 25 Descriptions of new Studebaker, Herff-Brooks, Empire, Chalmers, Saxon and Detroiter INDEX TO ABVEN PISbiert ll e528 hoe eh ee ek mess ee 110 DEPARTMENTS Routes and Touring Information 22 Coming Motor Events........ 46 Readers’ Clearing House...... 40 Among Makers and Dealers.... 47 Motor Car Repair Shop....... 44 Recent Incorporations........ 47 The Accessory Corner........ 45 Brief Business Announcements.. 48 From the Four Winds........ 46 New Agencies Appointed...... 48 A Car ‘Electrically BOSCH” Throughout is one with the essential electrical requirements amply provided for, by apparatus which is ab- solutely adequate. Every 1915 car will be electrically ideal if it is Bosch-equiptthroughout. Bosch Magneto Bosch Plugs Bosch Switch Bosch Cable | Bosch Lighting — Bosch Lamps Bosch Starting Bosch Control and other Bosch Products. Manufacturers desiring data and prices should correspond immediately. Bosch Magneto Co. 214 West 46th St. New York, N. Y. CHICAGO DETROIT SAN FRANCISCO TORONTO

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Vol. XXVI, No. 6 pane igs a FPS Danish miller and his mill. Chicago, August 6, 1914 is milled by mills of this kind. $3.00 Per Year This picture was taken near the town of Fuglebjerg ,on the island of Zeeland. All grain in Denmark ouring (harms of Hamlets and 6yY Dr. Peter C.Clemensen Editor’s Note—This article, 4 the touring charms of a country little vis- ited by American motorists, was written for Motor Age by Dr. Peter C. Clemensen, a member of the Chicago board of education, who made a tour of Denmark in his Franklin last summer. Dr. Clemensen is a native of the land he describes so charmingly and is very enthusiastic over its motoring possibil- ities. HOUSANDS of American motorists cross the Atlantic ocean annually to tour in Europe. The British isles, France, Switzerland and Italy are their favorite meceas. Few, indeed, are they that visit Denmark, picturesque realm of sights un- usual, although the monarchy of Christian X is a region of scenic and historic ‘charm with many attractions to make a motor migration worth the while. History Told in the Sagas If your penchant is the visiting of places old and quaint, then Denmark should be your trans-Atlantic goal. Its early history is lost in the twilight of the saga-period. It has heroes, who performed brave deeds and sailed on daring voyages, long before the most ancient idols of France and England were conceived. Back in the dim past, it was a land of strife and the home of conquerors. Within its bor- Stork’s nest on house in Ribe ders the Celts first made their home. From its shores the Angles and Saxons sailed in the fifth century to conquer Briton. The ships of the Vikings cast anchor in its many bays. Entering Denmark from Hamburg Denmark, the southermost of the Scan- dinavian countries, is land-fast with the continent of Europe through the peninsula of Jutland. If one lands at Hamburg, it is possible to motor to the Danish frontier in less than a day. This trip through Schleswig-Holstein is not without interest. A visit to Dyboel and the old ramparts of Dannevirke, built by Queen Thyra in the ninth century, will fully repay you for the trip. If you tour from Hamburg, you can en- ter Denmark either by way of Ribe or Kristiansfeld and Kolding. The old town of Ribe Americans will remember from Jacob Riis’s book ‘‘The Making of an American,’’ where he offers a whole chap- ter to ‘‘The old town.’’ It is a quaint old city with stork nests on half its houses. From Ribe there is but half an hour’s

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drive to Esbjerg, the newest town in Den- mark, and the only seaport on the whole west coast of Jut- land. Less than 20 min- utes sail from. Esb- jerg is the island of Fanoe. On the soft sandy beaches of this island is some of the best surf bathing in Denmark, and that is saying a good deal, for Denmark has a coast line more than 4,500 miles in length and practically is one beautiful bathing beach from one end to the other. On Fanoe also is a fine golf links and some very good hotels. Should you choose to cross the German- Danish frontier by way of Kristiansfeld and Kolding, you will enter Denmark at a place where the ground is studded with mounds of the fallen heroes of 1848 and 1864. At the city of Kolding are the ruins of Koldinghus. Everything here be- speaks of the grim days of 1864 when lit- MOTOR AGE Map of Denmark showing route taken by the writer in his motor trip of last swmmer tle Denmark fought the united armies of Germany and Austria on these hills. No wonder this ground is sacred to the Danes. Midway between Kolding and Esbjerg is Skibelund. Everybody should visit this place. It is a high bluff looking down over the German frontier. At the west end is an amphitheater. The seats are the raised banks of the turf and near the center is a pulpit. This amphitheater will seat per- haps 3,000 persons. On the brinks around it are a series of monuments, not of sol- diers, but of the prominent teachers of the peoples’ high schools and of men promi- nent in the co-operative movement for which Denmark has become famous. This national amphitheater is a gathering place during the summer when meetings similar to some of our chautauquas are held. Many famous men speak here every year. Further along the bluffs is a granite mon- ument of ‘‘Modersmaalet,’’ a female fig- ure, personifying the Danish language. Home of Celebrated School Not far from Skibelund is the most cele- brated of the Danish peoples high schools, viz. Askov. In recent years many famous American educators have journied to As- August 6, 1914 kov. Altogether there are eighty-four of these high schools in Denmark, where they originated half a century back under the leadership of Bishop Gruntvig. In recent years they have attracted world-wide at- tention. We started our trip through Denmark from Copenhagen. Our motor car was shipped direct from New York. The freight on a six-cylinder car amounted to $65 each way, not including crating. We sailed by way of England over Harwich and Esbjerg. It is possible to travel from New York to Copenhagen by this route in less than 8 days and stop over half a day in London by the way. When we arrived in Copenhagen, Den- mark had not become a party to the inter- national motoring agreement, but joined it May 1, 1914. We had with us our Illinois number plates and chauffeur’s license. On presenting these at the police station in Copenhagen, the magistrate issued us two new number plates, which gave us the right to drive all over Denmark. The cost of the whole thing was 6 kroner or $1.50. Copenhagen has a free harbor of entry, where goods can be unloaded by steamers and left in storage without the necessity of immediate clearance such as is compul- sory in New York. This is a great advan- tage. We had very little trouble getting our car. The customs officials of Denmark differ from those of most other countries in this respect—most customs officers want to make entry as hard to a traveler as pos- sible; those at Copenhagen give you all the help they possibly can to make it easy for you. We were allowed to enter our car as part of our traveling equipage and no deposit was required, but we had to obtain a cer- tificate of residence at the custom house, which costs for each 2 weeks we desired to remain in the country $4.50. This cer- tificate covers all expenses of the use of the highways with one exception. In the suburbs around Copenhagen a pole-gate tax of 4% cents (16 ore) is collected. This tax is for maintaining the roads. The Danes hate these pole-gate taxes and by July 1, 1915, they will be abolished. Practically an Island Country While Denmark is land-fast with the continent of Europe, it is principally an island country. It is said that the Danish archipelago consists of nearly 1,000 islands. The whole of Denmark is a beautiful roll- ing country. Interwoven with the villages and farms are the beautiful beech-wood forests. Due to the many islands you scarcely can drive anywhere unless you are within sight of the blue waters of the surrounding sea. The Germans call it ‘*Das Land des Meeres,’’ the land of the sea. In Denmark there are two kinds of roads, the royal highways, where all kinds of motor cars. are allowed and the byways, where only cars of not more than 3 meter length and not weighing over 750 pounds are permitted. The speed is 50 kilometers

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bed wa rw \w VS weUm™ August 6, 1914 MOTOR AGE 7 Gr OES The riding path of King Frederick VII im the forests of Jaegerpris castle. Runic stone on grave of King Gorm, the Old, in Jellinge. If you could ©} translate the markings ‘ on the ancient boulder, you would be posted on the monarch’s life and habits. ¢ ©) The mound of King Gorm, the Old, in Jellinge 3 in Jutland. In olden times the Danes raised huge —n mounds over the grave of their dead monarchs. The house in which Hans Christian Andersen was born, located in Odense on the island of Fuen. It is now a national museum where all the relics and manuscripts of the famous writer of fairy tales are preserved. Ingeman’s island in Soroe lake, where the famous Danish author wrote all of his novels, re dap asl O

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8 MOTOR AGE an hour, about 32 miles an hour, in the open coun- try. But nobody ever stops you for speeding. On the other hand, should you get in on one of the byways with a big car you are sure to get fined. You never get arrested. Personal liberty is highly prized in Denmark. The fine, as a rule, is from $1.25 to $4. No court cost is asked if you go and set- tle it with the assessor on the day and hour of the notice given. The time to tour Den- mark is from May 15 till August 15. During these 3 months the country is at its best. Begin if you please from Copenhagen in May; the beechwood forests north of the city are at their finest. Make a trip to Frederiksborg castle at Hilderop and see of Kronborg, with its legends and myths of Holger Danske and the spirit of Shakespeare’s Hamlet hovering about its ancient halls. To the north of MHelsingor is Marienlyst, a beautiful bathing resort where you may see Hamlet’s grave and a statue of Holger Danske. From Marien- lyst you can drive nearly all the way back to Copenhagen by way of the coast road. This stretch of country north of Copenhagen along the sound, including Rung- sted, ‘Skodsborg, Charlot- tenlund, the beautiful deer park and many fa- mous bathing resorts and taverns, is one of the most beautiful in all the world. Another enjoyable trip A Dutch road-keeper or way- is to Jaegerspris castle, one of the finest national ™@”. One of the popular songs of now a school of orphan museums in all the world. Denmark is about ‘‘Jens Way- girls, You drive from You can drive your ma- ™an,’’ as this picturesque old road- Copenhagen to Frederick- chine clear into the castle. “eeper is called. courtyard. To see the paintings, the royal furniture and the wonderful tapestry of this old castle is worth a trip to Denmark alone. From Hilderop you can drive to Hel- singor in an hour and a half. Immediately to the south of the city is the old castle The out-or-door town hall of the village of Aasum, on the island of Fuen. On these stones the aldermen and mayor used to sit and drink beer while they deliberated on the affairs of the village. This is the only town hall of its kind that remains in the land, and sund; here you leave your car and hire a carriage, as you are not allowed to drive your machine through the royal forests. Jaegerspris was the summer home of King Frederick VII. and his mor- ganic wife, the Countess of Danner. At her death she bequeathed the castle Dr. Clemensen went 100 miles out of his way to secure a photograph of it. August 6, 1914 and the beautiful forests for an orphanage school for girls. About 400 girls are schooled and kept here until they are 18 years of age. In the forests north of the castle are the oldest trees in Europe. One oak is more than 1,000 years old. Our main trip through Denmark took us across the islands of Zeeland and Fuen and over the greatest part of the peninsula of Jutland. It costs $2.50 to ferry the car across the big belt and $1.25 from Middel- fart to Dragor in Jutland. On the ferries to the smaller islands the price is gener- ally $1. From Copenhagen to Sweden the price is $4.50 and to the Island of Born- holm about $6. From Copenhagen across the island of Zeeland is one of the finest roads in all the world. Stop at Roskilde and see the cathedral where the kings are buried; in Soroe to see the academy and the beautiful lake; at.Kalundborg to see the church with the five towers. On the island of Fuen stop in Odense and see the house where Hans Christian Andersen was born. In the town of Middelfart look out for the bad magistrate; he is known all over Eu- rope for his heavy fines. Runic Stones at Jellinge On crossing from Middelfart to Dragor in Jutland take the motor ferry. From Dragor drive direct to Vejle. Stop long enough in beautiful Vejle to see Munkeb- jerg. The panoramic view from the hotel in Munkebjerg you will never forget: While in Vejle take a drive to Jellinge to see the runic stones. They are the tomb- stones over King Gorm, the Old and his Queen Thyra, the Good. They date back Au a

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August 6, 1914 MOTOR AGE a cA\N . ~ ee ef ag ‘- - - o — ay —— en Lindenborg inn on the road ‘ to Hobaek, one of the cosy, 1 @. Mas straw-thatched country inns of j which there are many hundreds 2 Oe fee. = throughout the country. Raebil, the Danish-American national park in Jutland and the most beau- tiful piece of heatherland in all Europe. siainesihia’ eee os Antique milestone on the royal high- way. In the days that are now past these stones were placed every five-eighth of a mile and bore the coat of arms. An old straw-thatched house in Bedsted on the island of Jutland. This house is more than 200 years old. The Red Weather Mill inn, located be- tween Copenhagen and Roskilde, one of the cosy country inns with which Denmark abounds.

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Io to the ninth century. From Vejle proceed to Silkeborg; from here you can go by boat to the Himmelberg, the only moun- tain in Denmark. From Silkeborg we drove to Aarhus. About this city you are allowed to drive your car through the forests. While here visit the Eagle’s Nest and the fine cafe located in the heart of the forest with a beautiful view of the blue waters of the Kattegat. From Aarhus the road leads north to Aalborg. Almost midway be- tween these two cities is located the Dan- ish-American national park at Raebil. This beautiful piece of heather-land should be seen. The brown ‘‘lyng,’’ the vegetation of the heathers, offers a won- derful sight when it is in bloom in July. I have never seen ‘‘lyng’’ in the United MOTOR AGE States, and I think it is not to be found here in this country. From Raebil, go back to the main road and north to Aalborg across the pontoon bridge to North Sundby and make the 6- hour drive to Skagen. Skagen is a fishing village located on the little tongue of land at the very north end of Jutland. But Skagen is also the most fashionable bath- ing resort in northern Europe next to Os- tende in Belgium. The present King Christian X. has a beautiful residence here, located among the sand dunes and overlooking the sea. The most famous painters and poets of Denmark of recent years have lived at Skagen. The fisher- men living here are some of the best types of the old Danes. If you want to see the descendents of the old vikings who con- August 6, 1914 quered England at the time of King Ca- nute, you can find them in this portion of Denmark. A summer spent in Denmark with a motor car can be made one of the most profitable and enjoyable in your life. The country is dotted with historical objects at every turn of the road. The small country inns are the best in all of Europe. No finer eatables can be obtained anywhere than at the hotels in Denmark and at small cost. The cost of a 2-months’ trip with a motor car and a party of four can be easily made for less than $900 a per- son. The best road map of Denmark is ‘‘ Gen- eralstabens Kort over Denmark,’’ which can be obtained from Gad’s bookstore in Copenhagen. European War Felt by the American Motor Industry HICAGO, Aug. 4—War in Europe undoubtedly will upset the calculations of many in the motor industry who have counted on a big export business for the season of 1915. The American car was just beginning to secure a foothold in Europe, and Yankee manufacturers were finding that they could give competition to their rivals across the water. Even if the war is short-lived the effects still would be disastrous, and it will take several years for American manufacturers to get back to where they were not more than a week or so ago. But there is no great loss without some small gain, and if Europe is closed as a market to us, still there remains South America, the, Antipodes, Japan and other countries where Americans now will have a clear field, with the competition of We European manu- facturers removed. This opportunity undoubtedly will be taken advantage of and the motor products of the United States ought to be firmly entrenched in these far-off lands before European peace is declared. The war also will have its effects on. motordom in other directions. There will be no American motor parties making tours through Europe, and of course these sight-seers will have to listen to those who have been insisting that they ‘‘ See America First.’’ The trouble also will likely cause the abandonment of the fall trip of the Society of Automobile Engineers, although it has been decided to await developments before discussing the matter further. Caught in the European war trap are many Americans prominent in the American motor industry, among them being John N. Willys, president of the Overland company; Carl G. Fisher, president of the Indianapolis motor speedway, and W. O. Duntley, president of the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co. Continued war will have its effect on racing next year. Indianapolis will be unable to secure the foreign talent which has made a classic out of the annual 500-mile race, and those cities which.are contemplating the construction of speedways this fall and winter may find themselves lacking in drivers and cars when they open up next summer. Detroit Dealers Discuss Effect of War on Export Business ETROIT, MICH., Aug. 3—The Eu- ropean war, it is expected, will re- sult in a loss of millions of dollars to the American motor industry and more than 65 per cent of the loss will fall upon De- troit and other Michigan manufacturers. During the 11 months ending in May, the United States government statistics show that of the 27,018 cars which were exported to foreign countries, 12,521, or 46.3 per cent, were shipped to Europe. This represented an increase of a little over 16.3 per cent, as compared with the same period of 11 months in 1913. The 12,521 cars were valued at $9,733,600, or nearly 40 per cent of the total value of ©". the cars exported in 11 months this gear, to all foreign countries. Detroit Will Feel It From information obtained from local motor car manufacturers, it is estimated by them that fully 65 per cent of all the ears exported from the United States are made in Detroit. *“It really is discouraging,’’ said one of the foreign sales department managers of an old company, ‘‘that just now when the By Marc Braun American motor car business in Europe has become really important that this war should break out. No one can foretell what it really will mean in the long run to the American car makers, but certain _it is that if the war lasts any length of time it will be many years before the American motor trade with Europe will again amount to much. Must Look Elsewhere ‘‘Tf Great Britain is not forced into the struggle the calamity will not be so great, as the bulk of the American motor car business with Europe always has been with Great Britain; in fact, over 50 per cent of the cars shipped .to Europe thus far this year went to the British Isles. Should Great Britain also get into the war then our hopes will be gone for a long time and our efforts will have to be centered or directed to the other countries of the world to sell our cars.’’ ‘*We received a cable the latter part of last week,’’ said one of the officials of the King Motor Car Co., ‘‘for some ears for South Africa and some for England, but shipments were subject to being made only on’ American ships. Now we all know that we in America have such a small number of ships flying the American flag that in a case like this the situation is very difficult. This is a warning to the government and ought to open the eyes to every American and make him realize what it means when a great, or rather the greatest of all nations, has no merchant marine of its own, as the few ships which we have are hardly worth while talking about.’’ After-the-War Effects ‘*There will not be any buyers of pleas- ure cars in Europe for a long time,’’ said another Detroit manufacturer, ‘‘and only manufacturers of commercial cars, espe- cially trucks, probably will be able to do business on the continent. One cannot foresee how the war in Germany and France will turn, but there is no question in my mind that if the war is pushed to its limit that many of the big European motor car plants will be wrecked and that after the war the British and American

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at August 6, 1914 manufacturers then will get most of the business for a while. There will be no money to buy motor cars for many months and the best thing for the American manu- facturers to do is to forget Europe for the time being and look to Australia, South America and Japan to get the share of the business which the European countries have been getting thus far.’’ ‘Now is the time to go after the South American and Australian business in earnest,’’ said one of the officials of the foreign department of a big local manu- facturer. ‘‘We never will get a better opportunity and we surely will be able to get the business, as the European manu- facturers will not be able to make any shipments for a long time, as the steamers of every nation will be required for gov- ernment use. Incidentally, this war surely will have a strong bearing upon our own people and show them the necessity of having a merchant marine, without which a great nation cannot expect to have the foreign business it ought to.’’ Business Will Be Hampered ‘*There will be a general slacking down of the American motor car export busi- ness to all countries of the world,’’ said the sales manager of another Detroit manu- facturing concern. ‘‘It will not only ef- fect Europe, but all of the world, as there will be such an immense loss of money by all the European banks owing to all stocks and bonds; in fact, all securities falling, that the general intercourse of business between nations will be greatly hampered and certainly one of the first industries which will feel the counter ef- fect will be the motor car business, as nobody in Europe is going to buy pleasure cars.’? One of the officials of the Hupp Motor Car Co., in commenting upon the European war, said: ‘‘If the war lasts any length of time there is no question that it will affect seriously the whole American motor ear export business. For the present, South America, Australia and Asia are not affected, but they certainly will within a short time, as one of the principal reasons will be the lack of shipping facilities. On the other hand, there is bound to be a falling off in the demand for pleasure cars, as the financial conditions the world over will be greatly affected by war.’’ Studebaker Views An official of the Studebaker Corp. said: ‘‘As shipping principally is controlled by the British, there can be no doubt that within a short time it will become ex- tremely difficult, in fact, almost impos- sible, to make any shipments to foreign countries. Even if we had received or- ders from Europe now for cars we would not take the chances of sending them, as they probably would be taken off at the port of arrival and put in some warehouse or some other place until after the war. We are not taking any chances.’’ The sales manager of another Detroit ‘oneern said: ‘‘The war will greatly af- MOTOR AGE fect the whole American motor car export business, one of the chief causes being the fact that in a majority of countries all drafts are negotiated through London. When you hear that American drafts, ex- press companies, checks, ete., are being re- fused and really are unnegotiable you can draw your own conclusion as to the pos- sibilities of doing business with foreign countries now. Anyhow, it would be un- wise to take the chances, as the losses from war will be so enormous that all foreign countries will for a long time be in such bad financial conditions that pay- ments will be long delayed.’’ “‘It will help the development of the American motor car business in South America, as a very large proportion of the motor car business in those South Ameri- can countries is cone with the French and German manufacturers, who will, of course, be unable for a long time to take eare of that business.’’ ‘*Nobody can tell how big a loss the war will mean to the American motor car industry,’’ said the vice-president of one of the Detroit concerns doing one of the biggest export businesses in the United States. ‘‘The European business will be entirely out of the question for a very long period, and I think the trade with all other parts of the world practically will come to a standstill within a few weeks. It is quite natural and to be expected, as in most countries business settlements are ef- fected through European banks and these banks will not be in a position to make set- tlements because their relations among themselves will be practically cut off. The best thing the American manufacturers can do under the circumstances is to develop their home trade and be prepared after the war to supply whatever demand there may be coming from Europe.’’ The Ford Motor Co. officials will make no statement regarding the situation. AMERICAN CARS SEIZED Detroit, Mich. Aug. 4—Several local motor car manufacturers received advice by cablegram from European countries in- forming them that government officials have taken possession of the stocks of ears at the branches and representatives of these manufacturers. One of the first messages to that effect was received by the Packard Motor Car Co., from its Paris branch manager. The governments will pay for the cars after the war, but will fix the price which they think ought to be considered acceptable. General Manager Alvan Macauley, of the Packard company, in commenting about the situation, said: ‘‘We ordered our Paris branch closed, as all our em- ployes who are French have gone to their regiments and as there could not be any business conducted under any circum- stances. **T believe this gives the American motor car manufacturers an exceptional It opportunity to expand their business in Australasia, South America and other for- eign countries outside of the war zone. For a long time the European motor car builders will not be in a position to do any foreign business at all and as a very large percentage of the cars in those for- eign countries are of German and French construction, it should make it possible for the American makers to get a big part of that business.’’ Several local concerns are reported to have been approached by foreign govern- ments to supply them with trucks and other vehicles to be used for army pur- poses. None would confirm the report, but one stated that even if it were true they could not accept the offer, as in the first place it would constitute a breach of neutrality by the United States if the government allowed material for war pur- poses to be shipped out of the country, and, secondly, because the trucks could not be shipped, as no shipping company would take the risks. Inquiries for a large number of trucks for immediate delivery in Europe have been received by the Federal Motor Truck Co. which has asked the United States gov- — ernment for advice as to whether the trucks could be shipped under the declara- tion of neutrality. Information obtained by the Detroit board of commerce shows that among the forty big local manufacturing concerns which have received cable instructions to withhold all further shipments to Europe, are the manufacturers of the Chalmers, Ford, Hudson, Hupmobile, Krit, Lozier, Packard, Saxon and Studebaker cars, and of the Continental motors. DETROIT’S BIG 1914 BUSINESS Detroit, Mich., Aug. 4—During the first 6 months of 1914 a total of 44,500 carloads of motor cars have been shipped out of Detroit, the total number being estimated at 189,125. During the 12 months of 1913 the total number of carloads of motor ears shipped by Detroit manufacturers to- taled 66,450, the number of cars shipped _in them being estimated at 282,412. Thus, in 6 months of this year, the number of carloads of motor cars handled by the railroads running into Detroit amounts to nearly 67 per cent of the total they han- dled all last year. The 5 per cent increases in freight rates accorded the railroads by the interstate commerce commission for the territory be- tween Buffalo and Pittsburgh and the Mis- sissippi river, affects specially the De- troit manufacturers, according to Traffic Expert A. T. Waterfall, of the Detroit board of commerce, who stated that about 60 per cent of the total tonnage of the railroads running in and out of Detroit concerns coal and coke, which are among the commodities upon which no increase of freight has been allowed, while of the re- maining 40 per cent of tonnage, the motor cars come in for the larger proportion.

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MOTOR AGE NEW YORK OFFICE 239: Wost 39th Strool MORENO August 6, 1914 Published Wockly bx? THE CLASS JOURNAL COMPANY 910 Sours Micuican Avenue CHICAGO Eitorod as SocondClass Matter Soptonibor 19 1899.1 tho Posiofice at Chicago, Ilinois, under Act of March 21810 Member of the Audit Bureau of Circulations The European War Seen Through Goggles N OT since the sanguinary years when Napoleon Bonaparte sought to make his Alexandrian dream a reality has the world known such a war as that into which the three mad monarchs—emperor, ezar and kaiser—have plunged all Europe. Here, across the Atlantic, we scarcely can realize that the pow- ers of the old world are mobilizing their forces preparatory to staining the continent and the seas that surround it with the blood of thousands. ze ® UT the war is real, real as the steel from which the bayo- nets have been forged, real as the troops who will meet and fight and die to satisfy the whim of a monarch. We in America will count the cost of the colossal conflict, not in lives spent but in dollars lost, and must pay part of the price result- ing from the folly and greed of militant rulers. zn 6 HE American motor car manufacturer will be forced to pay tribute to Mars. With the nations of Europe slashing at one another’s throats, the exportation of motor cars to the belligerent countries will be impossible. There will be no mar- ket for them in the bankrupt lands where the war lords are demanding every dollar to carry on the conflict, and if there were a market, there would be no ships in which to transport machines across the Atlantic. And the price that the American maker will pay will be heavy. He has worked tirelessly to es- tablish a market for his product in the old world, and in the R past half decade has succeeded in creating a demand for the American car that far exceeded his fondest expectations. ® ¥, HE American manufacturer will find a silver lining to the war clouds if he looks for it, however. With France and Germany renewing the feud of Napoleon III. and Bismarck, he will be practically without competition in South America, where heretofore the greatest demand has been for the product of the French and German makers. The truck manufacturer also will profit from the European struggle as the war will rid him of his most dangerous competitor, the foreign builder. ® R MERICAN motorists already have felt the steel grip of the hand of war. Thousands who toured the continent this summer are stranded in various parts of Europe, unable to se- cure passage home. Many probably are without funds because foreign bankers have refused to honor travelers’ checks. Ac- cording to recent dispatches from London, hundreds of motor cars belonging to Americans have been confiscated. ze ® HE sport of motor car racing also will suffer. Already the Russian grand prix has been called off. In France, the greatest patron of racing, the rattle of carbines and the rumble of artillery is heard and the strident roar of engines in speed contests probably will not be heard again until peace is re- stored. The remaining races on the 1914 schedule, including the LeMans grand prix, doubtlessly will be abandoned. R Standardizing the Traffic Code HERE is one subject which should receive a great deal of attention at the next annual meeting of the International Association of Police Chiefs, a subject, which if properly dis- posed of, would make life much easier for the traffic officers and at the same time assist the out-of-town motorists. zn 6 HERE is a most confusing lack of uniformity among the various municipalities in the matter of traffic rules, par- ticularly as applied to motor vehicles. A visiting motorist fre- quently finds himself seriously fracturing all the regulations of the town he happens to be in, though he is doing just as he has been forced to do in his home city. nz ® N Chicago, he was accustomed to the shrill whistles which sent all the traffic in one direction or another at the same time; in Battle Creek, a dim white line was pointed out with threats of arrest, at which he must come to a full stop and wait till the officer signals him individually to cross, no two vehicles being permitted on the crossing at a time; in Detroit he found the corners checker-boarded in white lines, on some of which he must stop, and on others of which he must not stop; at one intersection of three streets, he found that he had to go around three policemen to make a left turn. ? OT only does this lay him open to arrest, but usually ties up the traffic to a certain extent, endangering pedestrians and vehicles as well. If his license numbers proclaim him a non-resident of the state the offending tourist likely will be stopped and his error patiently pointed out, but if he happens to be in a strange city of his home state he is in danger of a vigorous calling down from the officer on station. z 6 be a recent run to Detroit, a Chicago motorist succeeded in transgressing the traffic regulations of three different cities and blocked up the traffic several times thereby. Severe berat- ings at one point and lengthy explanations by patient officers at others only added to the motorist’s confusion, till by the time he reached Detroit, he dodged every time he saw brass buttons and a blue coat. zn 8 P ASSING street cars likewise presented confusion. Chicago forbids the passing a car that is taking on or discharging passengers; in Detroit, safety zones 6 feet wide are marked near the car tracks at corners and motor cars may not en- croach on this space. However, the cars whiz by just outside the white marks, while the street car’s patrons huddle in the safety area.

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1e he le +d ns be ns ies at- at ne ns go ng n- ide he August 6, 1914 Wht {Ulli When the throng is goin’ mad Over some dust-eatin’ lad That’s raced with Death to win its fickle praise, There’s another hero there Who ain’t gettin’ half his share Of the plaudits under which the gray stand sways. He don’t figure im the lead Of the stories that you read Of the boys who rode to fortune and to fame, Less his car should leave the track And the surgeons bring him back— Then the papers turn a rule around his name. He is smeared with grime and oil And his hands are cut from toil, He hasn’t copped a purse that’s made him rich: But because he’s on the job He has kept a morbid mob From gath’rin’ round a smashup in the ditch. MOTOR AGE | 13 C Mechanician by J -C-Burton When a tire jumps a rim Then they yell and curse at him; The driver stops a minute—then is off, Stil the leader in the race With another wheel m place And the engine spittin’ grease at ev’ry cough. There is chaos in the pit For the metor’s took a fit And is missin’ about three times out of four. There’s rattle at the hood— Then she’s actin’ smart and good And eatin’ up the road with strident roar. So I smite my bloomin’ lyre In a sort of mad desire a? To give the mechanician what’s his due; : For I cannot help but feel be *Side the man who’s at the wheel That another hero helped to put it through.

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14 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Mulford and Peugeot Are Invincible at Galveston “Smiling Ralph”? Wins Ten Out of Sixteen Beach Races °Speeanesetante TEX., Aug. 3—Special telegram—Ralph Mulford’s perpetual smile was broader than ever before tonight when the curtain dropped on the annual Galveston beach races. Driving a Peugeot and taking ten out of the sixteen races on the 4-day card, Mulford practically monop- olized the honors of the speed carnival and was continually in the limelight. Mulford captured all three of the fea- ture 50-mile events, originally known as the 150-mile Cotton Carnival sweepstakes and later divided, like Gaul, into three parts. His total time for the three races was 120 minutes 33.2 seconds, an average speed of 74.65 miles per hour. ‘‘Smiling Ralph’’ failed to take first money in only one event, a handicap race in which he started from scratch and finished second. Mulford’s plethora of victories was not unchallenged, however, and at times he was forced to urge the Peugeot to the limit of its speed in order to defeat Tom Alley, Ralph dePalma’s former me- chanician, and Eddie Rickenbacher, win- ner of the 300-mile Sioux City race July 4, both of whom were at the wheels of Duesenbergs. In the first 50-mile race, Mulford defeated Alley by 4 seconds. Rickenbacher gave him an even more stubborn battle in the second half-century, losing by only 1 second. In the third 50-mile event, run today, the Peugeot had 3 minutes to spare. Among the other drivers who shared the prize money were Chandler, who formerly pumped oil for Mulford and is now driv- ing the Braender Bulldog. Le Cain, Tip- pans, Jessop and Jones. All the races were closely contested and furnished thrills and excitement for large crowds that turned out each day to wit- ness the brushes on the sand. The sum- maries: THURSDAY, JULY 30 Ten-mile—Peugeot, Mulford, first—time, 7:57; Duesenberg, Alley, second—time, 8 :05 ; Chevrolet, Lecain, third—time, 10:44; Stude- baker, Melaun, fourth—time, 11 :40. Fifty-mile—Peugeot, Mulford, first—time, 39 :44; Duesenberg, Alley, second —time, 39 :48; Duesenberg, Rickenbacher, third—time, 43 :00. 'lwenty-tive-mile—Duesenberg, Rickenbacher, won—time, 23 :06: Duesenberg, Alley, second— time, 23:10. FRIDAY, JULY 31 Ten-mile—Peugeot, Mulford, _ first—time, 9:52.6; Duesenberg, Alley, second—time, 9:53.8; Braender Bulldog, Uhandler, third— time, 9 :57.8 : Chevrolet, Lecain, fourth—time, 11 112 ; Duesenberg, rey Donnell, fifth—time, 1322 Fifteen- ae handicap—Peugeot, Mulford, first—time 00; Duesenberg, Alley, second— time, 15 :02; ng Reh Bulldog, Chandler, third —time, 15 138. Ten- -mile—Duesenberg, O’ Donnell, time, 11:12. SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 Fifty-mile—Pengeot, Mulford, first—time, 38 :59.6 ; ee Rickenbacher, second— time, 34:5 Ten- mile—Duesenberg, Rickenbacher, first— Tippans, second—time, ree 11:49; Special, Mulford, first—time, Rickenbacher, second— won— Twenty- mile—Peugeot, 19 :26.4; we. time, 19 :3 MONDAY, AUGUST 3 issn -mile—Peugeot, Mulford, first—time, 25.6 Duesenberg, Alley, second—time, 15 :26.6; Duesenberg, Rickenbacher, third— time, 15 :29.6. Ten-mile handicap—Peugeot, Mulford, first— time, 10:35.2; Duesenberg, Alley, second— time, 10 :52.6. Fitty- -mile—Peugeot, Mulford, first—time, . sen’ Duesenberg, Alley, second—time, 5 T'wenty-mile—Duesenberg, Alley, won—time, 21:01; Peugeot, Mulford, second-—time, 21:32. a mile consolation—Duesenberg, Alley, won —time, : OHIO CONTEST A SUCCESS Columbus, O., Aug. 1—The reliability contest, held under the auspices of the Ohio State Journal of Columbus, July 30 and 31, which was known as a 2-days booster tour of central Ohio, was a suc- cess in every particular. In all, thirty- seven cars started the contest from the office of the newspaper on East Broad street, and all but one car finished the tour. The route lay through the principal cities and towns in the central part of the state, as follows: Newark, Lancaster, Circle- ville, Washington C. H., London, Spring- field, Mechanicsburg, Marysville, Marion, Mt. Vernon, Delaware and back to Colum- bus. Officials and members of the Columbus Automobile Club acted as starters and checkers. Fred Boyd, in a Cole, acted as pacemaker. In all, there were four classes in which prizes in the shape of cups were given to the first and second. The win- ners were: Owners’ class—G. Wilson, London, Buick, first, and Fred C. ‘Weoe Columbus, Great Eagle, second. Dealers’ class, division A, cars selling under $1,250—Kaiser Motor Car Co., Hupmobile, _— and the Ohio Auto Sales Co., "Regal, second Division B, cars selling from $1,251 to $2, 000 —Brasher Motor Car Co., Cole, first, and the Standard Motor Car Co., Hudson, and the Tyw- man Motor Car Co., Inter- -State, tied for sec- ond place. Both contestants waived their rights to the cup, which was awarded to Miss Mable Kinkead, who drove a Hudson through- out the tour. ie gg CG, cars selling for more than $2,000 Wanton Jolly, * eee first, and E. J. Thornton, n on, secon BELGIAN GRAND PRIX POSTPONED Paris, July 21—By reason of a protest by the Automobile Club of the Sarthe, the Belgian grand prix has been postponed un- til September 20. There will be two races for respectively 4% liter machines as built for the French grand prix, and Tourist tro- phy cars. In the grand prix section the entries are three Mercedes, four Peugeot, and a Delage entered by Arthur Duray. The Mercedes entry has been made by Pi- lette, Belgian agent for this firm. It is declared authoritatively, however, that the Mercedes factory will not allow the cars to start. Peugeot only entered with the in- tention of meeting Mercedes, and if it is confirmed that the German cars will not come to the starting line the Peugeots probably will forfeit their entry fees. In the Tourist trophy section the entries are three Minervas, an Abadal, a Gregoire, and three Sunbeams, The Sunbeam entry appears to have been made by the Belgian agent for this firm, and it is very doubtful if the factory will confirm it. By reason of the postponement of the Belgian race, the grand prix de France at Le Mans assumes additional importance. This race will be held on August 16. It is certain that Delage, Peugeot, Schneider and Alda will start. There also is every possibility of Mercedes coming in, for this firm is desirous of wiping out the defeat it received on this course a year ago at the hands of Delage. It was on this course that Bablot set up the European long dis- tance road record with the Delage driven by Thomas at Indianapolis. Editor’s Note—Of course, the European war has caused the abandonment of all of these events. TWO SPEEDWAYS FOR TWIN CITIES St. Paul, Minn., Aug. 1—The Minnesota Motor Speedway Association has incor- porated at $1,000,000, paying a filing fee to the secretary of state of $525. The speedway is to be built between the Twin Cities. Those promoting the scheme for a 2-mile motor course are: W. T. Ansley of Minneapolis, W. F. Pascle and E. H. Ehrhorn, Chicago. The promoters report they will have the motordrome ready for races next year. Promoters of the Minneapolis speedway have incorporated under the laws of South Dakota as the Twin City Speedway Asso- ciation with authorized capital of $750,- 000, which gives an increase of $250,000 over the original cost estimate. The in- corporators include J. F. Sperry of St. Paul, in addition to the original backers, John and William D. Hogan and Orin Kellogg of Minneapolis. The association has decided to use creo- sote blocks instead of brick as originally announced. The steel grandstand will ac- commodate 60,000 persons. Paving men say they can supply a binder for the wood blocks which will do away with the ob- jection to tar. Street car service will be provided, it is said. PARSONS AGAIN A WINNER Tacoma, Wash., July 26—James Par- sons, winner of the Inter-City race at the Tacoma speedway on July 3, did some ex- cellent driving at the state fair grounds, North Yakima, Wash., yesterday. Par- sons won the 25-mile event in 24:16%. The four cars entered in this race were the Farco, driven by R. D. Lentz; Stutz, driven by Persons; Schneider Special, driven by Ernest Schneider; and the Lo- zier, driven by Charles Latta. Schneider was second and Latta third. Lentz in the Farco dropped out early in the race due to a broken clutch.

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August 6, 1914 The second race, a 3-mile event from a flying start, was won by Latta in Lozier in 3:14. Lentz was second, Macbeth in a Mercer third, and Herman Doebach of North Yakima in Hudson finished last. The fourth race was 10 miles from a standing start and won by R. D. Lentz; Latta second and Doebach third. Time, 11:13%. The fastest time in the elimina- tion trial was made by Percy Barnes in a Romano. His time was 534 seconds for the mile, thus lowering that track record and came % second of the state record for a dirt track. NEW YORK BILLS MATINEE New York, Aug. 4—The Motor Dealers’ Contest Association of New York city, at a meeting this week, decided to hold a matinee race meet at the Brighton Beach track Labor Day, September 7. It is hoped to secure as entries a number of the drivers in the Elgin races, August 21 and 22. George Robertson is chairman of the racing committee and will receive entry blanks at 1789 Broadway. KLAXON STARTS NEW SUIT New York, Aug. 3—The United States patent office has recently issued to the Lovell-MeConnell Mfg. Co., of Newark, N. J., maker of Klaxon, Klaxonet and Klaxet warning signals, patent No. 1105324, on application filed July 10, 1911. The claims of this patent cover the motor MOTOR AGE 15 Mercer Files. Entry for Elgin Meet Seventeen Cars Now in Road Race Field HICAGO, Aug. 4.—Mercer has entered Elgin with Wishart and Pullen, while a third car of this make, with Luttrell driving, has been nominated by Ed Schillo, local agent for the Mercer. These three are the latest additions to the entry list for the Kane county classics which are scheduled for August 21-22. This brings the total up to seventeen cars for each day and the outlook now is that there will be at least twenty-five start in each of the events. In addition to those already listed the Chicago Automobile Club has every reason to believe that E. A. Moross will come on with five cars—three Maxwells, the d’Alene Marmon and Brock’s Wright spe- cial. There still is hope of Mulford being here with a third Peugeot, while in all probability both the Burman specials that raced at Indianapolis will be nominated, as well as W. M. Thompson’s Anel. A Lozier from Milwaukee is anticipated, while oth- er probabilities include a Great Western, Titze, Chadwick and several others. Since last week W. H. Harris, of Chi- cago, inventor of the Harris drive, which does away with the differential, has bought the smaller one of Charles E. Erbstein’s Marmon for the purpose of demonstrating his device. Mel Stringer will drive it. As the entry list stands to date, it is as follows: No. Car and entrant Driver 1— Peugeot, E. J. Schroeder....... Not named 2—Stutz, Stutz Motor Car Co..... B. Oldfield 3—Stutz, Stutz Motor Car Co...G. Anderson 4—-Sunbeam, W. Ziegler, Jr.......... H. Grant 5—Sunbeam, W. Ziegler, Jr........ G. Babcock 6—Peugeot, L. C. Erbes.......... R. Burman 7—Marmon, C. E. Erbstein..... L. Heinemann 8—Stutz, W. Ziegler, Jr...... F. H. Dearborn 9—Mercedes, E. C. Patterson....R. de Palma 10—Duesenberg, Fred Duesenberg........ sdead diva Gaeeu a ce eaatel E. Rickenbacher 11—Braender Bulldog, W. Chandler...... cw chen edeeuen meee ee oes W. Chandler 12—-Duesenberg, F. Duesenberg..... Not named 14—Tahis, F. Robinson............ M. Roberts 15—Mercer, Mercer Automobile Co. ..S. Wishart 16—Mercer, Mercer Automobile Co....E. Pullen 17—Mercer, Ed Schillo. ...........- C. Luttrell 21—Marmon, W. H. Harris........ M. Stringer ease with screw-thread and locking ring adjustment, which is declared to be an im- portant feature of all Sparton horns now on the market, and of the Sparks patent No. 1048466, granted December 24, 1912, under which they are marketed. Big Western Sociability Run Planned To Follow Pike’s Peak Highway T. JOSEPH, MO., Aug. 1—Plans are rapidly going forward for the socia- bility-reliability run between St. Joseph and Colorado Springs, over the Pike’s Peake Ocean-to-Ocean highway. The cars will leave for the mountains on Monday, August 10, and about 5 days will be re- quired for the trip. It is expected that several additional ears will come in from Terre Haute, Ind., Springfield, Ill., Decatur, Ill., and other points, joining the Missouri and Kansas ears at this point and continuing west- ward with the tour. The start from Springfield is scheduled for August 6. Arrangements for the tour are being made by the St. Joseph Automobile Club in conjunction with the St. Joseph Com- merce Club. Road conditions generally, are good, with exception where new work is now in progress. It is expected that the entire route will be in good shape for travel by the date of the tour and every county along the line is arranging special work with a view to having its portion of the highway bear the most critical exami- nation on the part of the tourists. A saving of about 10 miles is effected by a change in the routing between Calhan and Limon, Colorado. The new and shorter road, which follows more closely the line of the Rock Island railroad between these two points, is the one upon which per- manent development is to be centered, and it passes through the towns of Ramah, Simla and Mattison, avoiding the circuit- ous route. This change has just been put into effect by the Colorado division of the Pike’s Peake Ocean-to-Ocean Highway Association, and the official markers have been placed along the new road. The 35 miles of road between Colorado Springs and Calhan are in splendid condi- tion, this entire section having recently been rebuilt, graded, crowned, drained and surfaced. Between Calhan and Ramah, the county commissioners are completing the same kind of work and promise to have the road in shape for travel by the middle of August. In Elbert county, be- tween Ramah and Mattison, the road gen- erally is good; and east of Mattison, al- though little work has been done, is in fairly good shape. A new log of the road has been pre- pared and shortly will be available for the use of transcontinental tourists. The distance between Colorado Springs and Limon by the old road was 85 miles; it is now 75 miles. It is explained by the Lovell-McConnell Mfg. Co., that its application on which its present patent was granted was filed 10 months before Sparks filed his application. The Lovell-McConnell Mfg. Co. now has brought suit in the federal court for the southern district of New York for infringe- ment of this patent against the General Automobile Supply Co., a New York dealer in Sparton horns. NEW YORK FLAGGING TRAFFIC New York, Aug. 4—Regulation of traf- fic by means of flags has been tried out in New York City on Fifth avenue. A traf- fic officer at Fifth avenue and Forty-sec- ond street was the key to the situation during the test, by raising a flag the direc- tion of traffic was indicated and the same signals were given on other corners within view of the man with the flag, thus caus- ing traffic to flow north and south at the same time and east and west at the same time on streets within the signalling area. OLDS LOWERS FOUR’S LIST Lansing, Mich., Aug. 3—Announcement is made today by the Olds Motor Works that the list of the light four, put on the market last spring, has been reduced from $1,350 to $1,285. This reduction of $65 is made possible, the company says, by the increase in the output. PAIGE-DETROIT REDUCES PRICES Detroit, Mich., Aug. 4—The Paige-De- troit Motor Car Co. announees a price re- duction for 1915. Model 25 has been listed at $925, a drop of $50, while $80 has been taken off model 36, which will list at $1,195.

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16 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Grand Prix Peugot Shows Great Speed on the Road Boillot in 275-Inch Car Does 107.5 m. p. h. for 4.3 Miles OULOGNE-SUR-MER, July 25—With a piston displacement of only 274.6 cubic inches, it has been possible to attain an average speed of 107% miles an hour over a 4.3 miles straightaway, the latter portion of this distance being covered at 112 miles an hour, to cover 3 kilometers from a standing start at an average of 90.4 miles an hour, and to climb a mile hill, standing start, with several bends, in 1 minute ¥% second. These performances were put up by one of the 274.6 cubic inch grand prix Peu- geots which took part in the race at Ly- ons. It was the only car of its class in the meeting and naturally defeated all com- ers. In addition, it broke 4-year-old rec- ords held by the late Camille Jenatzy with a racing machine of 1,342 cubic inches piston displacement. The French grand prix at Lyons did not allow the public to appreciate the speed possibilities of these new 274.6 cubic inch creations. The average of 65.5 miles an hour was alone looked at, the fact being lost sight of that the course was of such a winding nature as to make it impossi- ble for any car to show a much higher average. The two speed trials at Bou- logne, over courses measuring 1.86 miles with standing start, and 4.34 miles with 500 yards flying start, enabled a just val- uation to be set on the maximum speed. Results Show True Merit The results obtained by Boillot in his Peugeot are not of a freak nature. The experience of the grand prix is there to show that Mercedes, Delage, Sunbeam, Fiat and Schneider could have furnished practically the same speed had they taken part in these events. Other good work in the racing section was done by a Spa and a Hispano-Suiza. This latter, with a four-cylinder motor of 3.1 by 5.1-inch bore and stroke, averaged 69.4 miles for 1.86 miles from a standing start, and covered 4.3 miles, with flying start, at an average of 66.7 miles an hour. A Spa, of slightly larger cylinder area de- feated the Hispano-Suiza on the 4.3 miles straightaway by averaging 71.1 miles an hour. Both cars were completely stripped for racing, but in this respect the His- pano-Suiza had the advantage with a very narrow radiator and body and the driver and passenger seated tandem. In the touring car section wonderfully good work was done by a Panhard- Knight, which defeated all comers and bettered the racing car times with the ex- ception of the grand prix Peugeot. Over the 1.86 miles course the average speed was 72.7 miles an hour, attained with a standing start. On the 4.34-mile course, flying start, the average was 82.5 miles an hour. The car is the Panhard-Levassor 35-horsepower model with a four-cylinder

HISPANO-SUIZA, TANDEM-SEATER, RUNNER-UP AT BOULOGNE Knight motor of 125 by 150 millimeter bore and stroke. America was represented in this meet- ing by Johnny Aitken, who drove a Rolls- Royce touring car belonging to Charles Faroux. He finished fourth in the 4.34- mile trial; time 4 minutes % seconds, and was seventh on the 1.86 miles course, time 2 minutes. In the elegance competition which followed the races this car was given first prize. Following is summary of races: 1.86 MILES STRAIGHTAWAY, STANDING START. RACING MACHINES Pos. Car and driver Time I—=P OUNGOG, TOUNis cco siesecesavense 1:14 2—Hispano-Suiza, Bertin............ 1:36 38—Hispano-Suiza, Cordier............ 1:47 mn RIDING 5 iieianeiasasteie 4s ls @.cluisicisiowt 1:48 5—Gregoire, Stenne..............66- 2 :04 C= BONE, SRN. 6 voc PU CHeweos eons 2 06% TOURING CARS

Pos. Car and driver Time 1—Panhard-Levassor, Artault......... 1:32 a fhe yy | aa 1:33 PERE CS 1 :40% | am -Italiana eRe wes Cabacene 1:48% D-IL, WAGES 6 one bb patos cecener 1:57% 6—Hispano- Suiza, Delpierre.......... 1 :59 3% 7—Rolls-Royce, Johnny Aitken. oon 00 GS IWRMBNE, WORT ices ccccwcvcssccecee 2 :04 9—Darracq, Ret Bib draw pie ater te Ora waiwaule 2:12 10—Gregoire, Ee eae 2:18 11—Pierron, D’Avaray............e.0. 2 :28 ID——EAUPMONIIS, DO... osc kcccccesevese 2 :33 434 MILES STRAIGHTAWAY, FLYING START. RACING MACHINES Pos. Car and driver Time <n eee 2 :25% 2—S Bis 8a Pac ca is. ow 80-6 se alee 3 :42 oo fepane- Baie, MN so 6.6 secaae eran 3 :54 4—Hispano-Suiza, ee 4:00 G—=1) AGMEL, TIGMPIO‘. . «.6.0.< +.000.0,.0400 6s 4:02 6—Aquila- Italiana, Motiét hee bewcerened 4:03 G=——“EOMIR, DGIRTETO. o.oc cc vices cecevens 4:05 %

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August 6, 1914 8—Gregoire, Stenne...............0. 4:48 % Ms alsa Cache ae da Cees 4:50 10—Bugatti, Givelet.............0000. 4:57% TOURING CARS Pos. Car and driver Time 1—Panhard-Levassor, Artault........ 3:09 2—Hispano-Suiza, Bara............6. 3 :28 38—Aquila- Ra an chin dens a4 6 td 3 :48 4—Rolls-Royce, Johnny to 4:00% 5—Hispano-Suiza, Delpierre.......... 4:17 6—Panhard- -Levassor, vy |, eee 4:22 Cc! eee 4:28 8—Nagant, \ aA Saar re 4:29 O—Pierron, D’AVAFRY... 2. cccccccccce 5 :33% Se re re 5:48 ZI——Bee; WMG. 6 ciccesccccccsccs 6 :35 MILE HILL-CLIMB, STANDING START. RACING MACHINES Pos. Car and driver Time 1—Peugeot, Boillot.....ciccccccoscce 1:00% 2—Hispano-Suiza, Bertin............. 1:18 3—Hispano-Suiza, Se er 1:29 SI, Fo 6568 osc ce ees ccdeveses 1:31 G——TVAGUSS, FIAMTIOE. .. 0 cc ccccccccce 1:33 6—Aquila- -Italiana, i ee ee 1:33 T=-=DOTIR,, DOIBULES. 0c cece ccccreccccs 1:36 ato "~ Siptnaemenettarane abate tay 0:19 Hispano-Suiza, Delpierre........... 0:21 A a pa BMGs cidees 0 :22 CE WO eens iene deveneeneer 722 7—Rolls- -Royce Rtincveweeseeeedewene 0 :24 San IN, WORT ccc cevccecetocwes 0:24 es INS a6. 6K. snr écewaceeawes 0:28 10—Pierrom, D’AVATRY . 2. ccc ccc cccce 0:32 TOURING CARS, CRESPELLE CUP Time Ra EE es 66 es cccceccccsvces 0 :22% 2—Gregoire. ee DPRaktenweiadil caw ee 0:25 3—Hupmobile, Dely........-------.... 0:27 4—Zede 1 Bostineeaa Eds Cuvncneaceduaun 0:28 §—Siema a UY thse oh. oc a acca 0:30 6—Clement-Bayard cyclecar, Savoy..... 0 135% Americans Object to Salon Allotments Discrimination Charged by the Yankees Editor’s Note—The following on the Paris show situation was written before war broke out in Europe. Undoubtedly the war, if it continues, will cause the abandonment of the show ere July 25—Applications for space in the Paris motor car show, to be held in the Grand Palais from October 16 to 26, are 32,000 square feet in excess of those of a year ago. Although the entry list closed a week ago, demands for space continue to flow in without any possibility of their being satisfied. The crowding of the hall is partially due to the housing of commercial vehicles with the pleasure cars. The commercials have been allotted 16,000 square feet of floor space, which still leaves an excess demand of 16,000 square feet from the pleasure car manu- facturers and accessory dealers. American car exhibitors are more nu- merous than on any previous occasion. The firms having applied for space are Maxwell, Hudson, Ford, Hupmobile,

JOHNNY AITKEN, OF INDIANAPOLIS, IN ROLLS-ROYCE, ELEGANCE PRIZE WINNER AT : BOULOGNE Mitchell, Detroiter, Cadillac, Willys-Over- land, Page, Studebaker, Empire, Krit, and Briscoe. It is probable that they will all get in with the exception of Briscoe, which made late application and is likely to be crowded out. For the first time Americans are pushed into a corner of one of the galleries, usu- ally occupied by body makers. This is in accordance with a new rule declaring that only firms belonging to nations repre- sented on the Internationa] Union of Au- tomobile Manufacturers, and having ex- hibited at three previous shows,. are en- titled to draw with French exhibitors. As America is the only nation not repre- sented on this union, her manufacturers have no- right, and probably never will have any right, to occupy a stand on the ground floor of the Grand Palais. There are a few English, German and Austrian firms buried in the American corner, but these manufacturers can claim equal rights with the French as soon as they have completed their 3 years’ probation. The American probation is permanent. Some of the American manufacturers, having realized the seriousness of the change, have risen in protest. Packard is particularly active. R. N. Goode, general manager of the Paris branch of the Pack- ard Motor Car Co., has refused to accept the stand offered in the American section. He declared in an interview: ‘‘The stands are placed in the most unfavorable position and would attract very few visi- tors. To accept a stand of such small size, after having occupied one of the largest and most central positions in the hall last year, would give the impression that the Packard company was doing such poor business it could not afford a better place. Rather than let such an impression get abroad we have decided to keep out of the show. This action has been de- cided on after having sent letters of pro- test to the show committee.’’

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18 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-THREE STUDEBAKER DEALERS READY TO DRIVE 1915 CARS HOME Army of Dealers Drives New 1915 Studebakers Home Agents Invade Detroit and Inspect Next Season’s Cars ETROIT, MICH., Aug. 3-—It was Studebaker ‘‘driveaway’’ day last Wednesday, when 233 dealers from the Chicago territory who had arrived here in a special train of twelve Pullman cars in the morning, drove out in the afternoon, headed for Chicago and many other west- ern towns in their new Studebaker 1915 demonstrators. Driveway day, the third which the Studebaker Corp. has arranged thus far this season, was the biggest, not only in the history of that concern, but of the whole motor industry in America, it is claimed, for nowhere at any time were 235 new cars taken away from one manu- facturing plant in 1 day, it is asserted. It was because the dealers were impatient to get their new demonstrators and be- cause it would require several days when shipped by freight, that it was decided to have them come to the plant and then drive out in their cars. — In the party which left Chicago on the special train were dealers from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Wisconsin, some located 1,000 miles from Detroit. A stop was made at South Bend, Ind., where the visit- ors made a tour of the various Studebaker plants. The train reached Detroit early Wednesday morning, and after breakfast- ing, the dealers went to plant I on Piquette avenue, which was visited, after which the 235 new Studebaker cars were turned over to the 235 dealers, who started in the ears for Clark Park. The sight of these 235 new cars coming down Woodward ave- nue was unique, causing much interest among the pedestrians and _ motorists. After photographs had been taken at the park, a pathfinding car took the lead on the 300-mile journey to Chicago, while a ear carrying a supply of tires ended the procession. The dealers had been asked to keep in line until South Bend, or 170 miles out of Detroit, and this they did, thus causing the country people all along the route to line the roadway and remain wondering at the unusual long procession of new cars. In South Bend a number of the dealers had to take different directions for south- ern Indiana and Illinois, but the bulk of the party drove to Chicago, arriving there Thursday afternoon, when the tour broke up, some of the dealers still having to drive 600 to 700 miles before reaching their home towns. HUPMOBILE DEALERS CONVENE Detroit, Mich., Aug. 1—The 3-days deal- ers’ convention of the Hupp Motor Car Co. came to a close Friday night, when the 200 dealers and officials of the com- pany actually inaugurated the 1915 Hupp- mobile business, beginning in the shape of a banquet at the Hotel Ponchartrain. ‘*With double the number of dealers from all over the United States and Can- ada in attendance and orders on hand for more Hupp cars than ever before in our history,’’ said President J. Walter Drake, ‘‘we have every right to cali this the most successful Hupp convention. As we expected, the new 1915 Hupmobile was enthusiastically received by every dealer at the meeting, so much so, that every one of them has doubled and in some cases trebled their requirements for 1915. Deal- ers generally report very favorably on the financial situation, both in the United States and Canada, and they are looking forward to a big year for the industry.’’ DETROITER DISTRIBUTORS MEET Detroit, Mich., Aug. 1—The annual dis- tributors’ convention of the Briggs-De- troiter Co., which was held this week, was attended by its principal distributors in the United States, Canada and foreign countries. about the future outlook of the motor car business and pleased with the 1915 model. All seemed very optimistic ~ President C. 8. Briggs, who presided at the outdoor convention—which was held under a big tent on the factory’s testing grounds—spoke about the factory, its pro- duction and its relation to the dealers, and announced that the output for 1915 will be at least double that of this year, the price remaining the same. There were informal talks about all mat- ters pertaining to the Briggs selling, ad- vertising, service and factory policies, and an interchange of ideas and sugges- tions by the distributors. One of the features of the convention was the presenting by the Briggs-De- troiter company to Robert Overstreet, of Ft. Worth, Tex., of the silver bowl and $500 in coin which had been put up as prizes to the distributor who disposed of the largest number of cars between May 1 and July 27. Minneapolis and Omaha were respectively second and third in the competition. The convention ended with a banquet tendered by President C. S. Briggs to the distributors at the Detroit Boat Club. STRAIGHTENING TRUCK TANGLE Grand Rapids, Mich., Aug. 1—For the purpose of trying to recover more than $100,000 for the creditors of the bankrupt Grand Rapids Motor Truck Co., suit in chancery has been filed against sixty-four stockholders of the defunct concern by the Grand Rapids Trust Co., trustee. The trust company claims that this sum is due on capital stock issued and it also holds that that the unpaid balance upon the capital stock which was contracted for, subscribed for or owned by any of the stockholders made defendant, and which balance amounts to the difference between the par value of the stock and the amount actually peid thereon, constitutes an ‘equitable asset which is liable and should go for payment to the creditors of the company.

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an ld he August 6, 1914 When the petition for bankruptcy was presented in the United States district court in 1913, the schedule filed showed liabilities of $120,000 and a total of only $8,500 worth of available assets. The court allowed claims against the truck company for a total of $115,915.68. The Grand Rapids Motor Truck Co. was organized February 22, 1912, and really was the Decatur Truck Co., of Decatur, Ind., removed to Grand Rapids. In May, 1912, the company was incorporated with $600,000 capital, of which $350,000 was common stock. Business was started in June, 1912, the concern having secured the old plant of the Harrison company. One year and 1 month later the concern was declared bankrupt. ANOTHER LIGHT CAR ANNOUNCED Flint, Mich., Aug. 1—A two-passenger light car, to sell at $450, will be made by the Monroe Motor Co., which has been organized, and incorporated with a capital stock of $250,000. The plant formerly oc- cupied by the Imperial Wheel Co., in this city, has been secured and manufacturing operations will start at once, so as to be- gin deliveries beginning September. The first year’s output is expected to be of about 5,000 cars. The board of directors consists of R. F. Monroe, for the last 3 years with the Chevrolet Motor Co.; W. C. Durant, of the General Motors Co.; Arthur G. Bishop, president of the Genesee County Savings Bank; A. B. C. Hardy, general manager of the Chevrolet Motor Co.; R. T. Armstrong, of the Armstrong Mfg. Co., and Curtis R. Hathaway, of New York. Mr. Monroe is president and general manager of the new ‘oncern. PACKARD CALLS DEALERS’ SESSION Detroit, Mich., Aug. 1—The Packard Motor Car Co. will hold a special sales ses- sion, August 5 to 7, when more than 100 dealers and sales managers from sixty cities will come to the Detroit plant. As- sistant Sales Manager A. E. Corbin will speak about the changes made in the new model 3-38; the heads of the different de- partments will give instructive talks and there will be a general discussion of sales problems, and Packard methods of manu- facture. The dealers will study the fac- tory processes from the shaping of raw material to the final inspections of com- pleted cars. There will be various enter- tainments, excursions and finally each dealer will receive his 3-38 demonstrator and will return to his home in the ear, some already having advised the Packard company that they will make a non-motor- stop return trip. DECISION AGAINST GARAGE MAN Philadelphia, Pa, Aug. 1—J. L. Wetherill and J. Henry, Jr., conducting a public garage on North Broad street, were today ordered in an injunction issued by Judge Audenried to close up certain of ‘heir windows, to stop smoking about the MOTOR AGE place and to prevent the blowing of horns of motor cars upon their departure and return to the building. The above-men- tioned restrictions were the result of a suit brought by Mrs. A. O’Connor, who owns and occupies the property adjoining the garage on the north. In her bill of complaint, the plaintiff characterized the garage as a nuisance and violative of a restriction in the deed prohibiting any offensive occupation of a part of the lot. Mrs. O’Connor objected to the general conduct of the business at the garage, pointing out that odors from gasoline and lubricative oils, the noise incident to over- hauling and repairing machines and the constant blowing of the horns subjected herself and children to great annoyance, affected their health and destroyed the quiet and comfort of home life in a resi- dential neighborhood. Judge Audenried, discussing the case in a lengthy opinion, pointed out that the ‘*mere erection’? of the garage building did not violate the restriction in question, but found as a conclusion of law, ‘‘that the garage is so operated that its use un- reasonably interferes with the plaintiff’s enjoyment of her property because of the odors and sounds emanating therefrom.’’ NEW SOUTH WALES’ REGISTRATIONS Sydney, N. 8S. W., Australia, July 15— The total registrations of motor cars in New South Wales from January 1 to May 14 this year show 8,615 motor cars, 238 taxicabs and 497 commercial cars. For the same period the registrations in Victoria, one of the other countries in Australia, are 7,300 motor cars and 330 commercial vehicles. Official figures have just been given out giving the complete registrations from January 1 to December 31, 1913, and these show when contrasted with registrations for the first 4% months this year that these two countries in Australia are buying motor cars at a much faster rate than a year ago. The total registration figures from Jan- uary 1 to December 31, 1913, showed 7,641 private motor cars in New South Wales alone. Of this total, 3,347 were American cars, this figure representing 43 per cent of the total. The registration figures for New South Wales from January 1 to December 31, 1913, have just been made public, and these show a total registration of 7,641, of which 3,347 or 43 per cent are American cars. A further analysis shows that in all 283 different makes of cars are registered and of these there are eighty-seven different makes recorded. In point of view of numbers, America takes first place, the Ford registrations totalling 1,043. Overland carries off sec- ond place with 434. Third place goes to Europe, Renault having 346. America gets back in line for fourth honors, the Hup- mobile registrations showing 323. 19 Some of the other leading American registrations are: Buick, 201; Cadillac, 155; Metz, 99; Maxwell, 88; Chalmers, 76; Studebaker, 75; Flanders, 68; Brush, 62; Empire, 57; E-M-F, 48; Regal, 44; Detroit- er, 38; Hudson, 35; American, 30; Oak- land, 29; Reo, 28; Schacht, 28; Oldsmobile, 26; Mitchell, 22; Little Four, 22; Michigan, 12; Moline, 12; Krit, 16; Jackson, 13; Holsman, 21; Cutting, 9; Rambler, 8; Eve- ritt, 7; Henry, 6; Abbott, 9; Thomas, 7; Parry, 7; Paige, 8; R. C. H., 9; Cole, 5; Auburn, 4. There are three each of the Paterson and Stutz. There are two each of Pierce-Arrow, Kissel, Marion, Coleman, Stanley, Pope, Herreshoff, Cartercar, Dixie, Black Crow and Lexington. There are one each of Anderson, Apperson, Frank- lin, Havers, Great Western, Garford, Jef- fery, King, Lewis, National, Norwalk, Pope-Hartford, Pope Tribune, Premier, Packard, Pathfinder, McIntyre, Pilot, Pope Toledo, Nyberg, Winton and Colby. MITCHELL TO BLAZE TRAIL Milwaukee, Wis., Aug. 4—A Mitchell six has been selected as pathfinder for the fourth annual tour of the Wisconsin State Automobile Association, to be held Sep- tember 2, 3 and 4, over a 472-mile route in Central Wisconsin. M. C. Moore, who has blazed the trail for all previous tours, will leave Saturday in the Mitchell to map out the route and collect data. The run will be a combination economy-relia- bility contest, governed by grade 1 rules of the A. A. A., and the competition is for four trophies, namely, the Sentinel, Free Press, Wisconsin Motorist and Emil Schandein prizes. The first entry is by the Reeke-Osmond Motor Co., of Milwau- kee, which has nominated a Jeffery Ches- terfield six. No. 2 will be carried by a Buick, entered by the Hokanson Automo- bile Co., of Madison, Wis., which pulled down the Sentinel trophy on the occasion of the first running for the $1,000 mug with a model 19 Buick in 1910. Entries will not close until late in August, and it is believed that not fewer than twenty ears will make the run in the various divisions. K-W APPEAL DENIED Cleveland, O., Aug. 3.—The motion of the K-W Ignition Co., Cleveland, O., for a new appeal in the suit brought by the Unit Coil Co., Jersey City, N. J., has been denied by the United States circuit court of appeals in Ohio. The Unit Coil Co. charged infringement of the Willard E. Dow patent, No. 752,384, dated February 16, 1904, for an electrical igniter for ex- plosive engines, and the Reuben Willard, Jr., patent, No. 754,666, dated March 15, 1904, for induction coil. The defendant was ordered to pay a royalty of 50 cents on each one of its master vibrators manufactured since March 1, 1912, and to continue this pay- ment, the injunction against manufacture not to take effect if this condition is com- plied with.

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20 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Motoring Conditions in Far-Off New Zealand Climate and Scenic Conditions Ideal—Bettering Road Conditions By W. D. Hornaday Editor’s Note—The following article on motoring conditions in New Zealand was writ- ten by W. D. Hornaday, Texas correspondent for Motor Age, who is making a tour in the antipodes UCKLAND, New Zealand, July 20— In no other country of the world are the people more pleasure-loving than those of New Zealand. There is something in the salt-laden atmosphere that sweeps over the ocean-bound islands that comprise the dominion which puts the out-door spirit into one. Although this land of socialistic governmetn is lacking very much in mod- ern highways, the motor car enthusiast is ever ready and anxious to brave whatever the discomforts may be in the poorly con- structed roads, and, there are few parts of the two main islands that are not capable of being reached by tourists except, of course, during the excessive rainy season when many of the routes of travel are wholly impassable. That the people here, however, are going in more and more for motor cars is shown by the enormous sales of cars in proportion to population that has already been made. It is stated by local dealers that the present year promises to show a record of sales much greater than that of last year. Government Helping It is through the influence of the motor car owners and the desire on the part of the tourist department of the dominion government that New Zealand should be- come a popular resort of this class of for- eign travelers that a nation-wide interest for better roads is being created. This agitation promises to take definite form very soon in the way of parliamentary legislation, which will take the construction and maintenance of highways out of the hands of local or district boards and place them under direct control of a new depart- ment of the government. Climatic and scenic conditions here are favorable for making New Zealand one of the most ideal lands in the world for the motor car tourists, both of those from abroad and at home. Already the taking of motor excursions is a holiday pastime of many people of the towns and cities here. The pleasure is not confined to this class of citizens, but is in vogue also among many of the farmers and stockmen and their families. Despite the fact that many of the roads are execrable, most of them have been logged in a systematic mannér and it is possible for one to travel from place to place without the slightest difficulty so far as previous knowledge of the route is con- cerned. Perhaps the most traveled district in the two main islands is that around the famous hot springs and geysers of Rotorua. “a Pes’ GOOD MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY IN SOUTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND Every year thousands of people visit that awe-inspiring thermal region, which has no counterpart in the world except that of Yellowstone park. In some respects it ex- ‘ceeds the most magnificent natural wonder of the great United States tourists’ Mecca. Rotorua a Popular Resort Not only do the visitors to Rotorua come from all parts of New Zealand, but they include each year travelers from nearly every part of the civilized world. It is at Rotorua that not only the strange out- bursts of nature in their most fantastic and terrorizing mood may be witnessed, but it is there also the picturesque natives, the Maoris, may be seen in all their remaining primitiveness of customs and dress. Scat- tered about through the famous thermal district are small villages of these natives, who obtain a comfortable living through the free donations made to them by ‘the white visitors. A favorite route for motor tourists is from Wellington to Palmerston North, 99 miles. For a considerable portion of this distance the road skirts the ocean and runs along the crests and sides of hills, giving one a magnificent view. There are many narrow and sharp turns and steep down grades, which require very careful driving. There are some stretches of splendid level highways and a few short courses of tarred macadam with splendid surface. There are several short and good roads leading out of Palmerston north in different directions. Roads in Hawke’s Bay District In what is known as the Hawke’s bay of the North island, which is one of the richest agricultural parts of New Zealand, there is a fairly extensive system of mod- ern highways. Unlike most of the other roads in North Island, the ones in the Hawke’s bay district are comparatively level. In the South islands where the cities of

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hee CO OY 5S oy Se et August 6, 1914 Christchurch, Dunedin and Invercargill and a number of prosperous smaller towns are situated, more attention has been given to the construction of good roads than in the North islands. With the exception of the Canterbury district in which Christchurch is situated, the contour of the South islands is rough and in some parts very mountainous. In fact, it may be called the Switzerland of Australasia. Some of these mountains rise to magnificent heights and are perpetually snow-capped. Mingled with their altitudenous sides are many beautiful lakes, all forming a setting of scenic magnificence equal to that of any part of the world. During the last year or so the necessity for providing good motor car roads into the mountain and lake district of the South islands have been impressed upon the people and some fine stretches of roads already have been constructed in pursuance of this demand. Bluff Most Southern Town Extending all the way from Nelson on the north to Bluff on the south, a distance of about 500 miles, is a fairly good road that is available for motor travel. The town of Bluff has the distinction of being the most southern postoffice in the world. It has a population of a few hundted people and occupies a picturesque spot fronting the storm-swept straits that sepa- rate it from Stewart island. In connection with the fact that Bluff is situated far down towards the Antarctic ocean it is interesting to note that its climate as well as that of all of the South islands and all of New Zealand for that matter is comparatively mild. There is very little difference in the range of temperature, winter and summer. On rare occasions snow falls in the low lands of the South islands, while in the upper portion of the North islands snow is unknown and frost is seldom felt. There is, however, even MOTOR AGE during. mid-summer in the South islands a chilly damp- ata ness in the wind that con- ed stantly blows inland from the a broad expanse of oceans. fe} From the standpoint of health- Ht fulness the climate of the I whole of New Zealand is not excelled anywhere in. the world. This is amply proved BLUFF, NEW ZEALAND, MOST SOUTHERN TOWN IN THE WORLD by the extraordinary low death rate of its people. Hotel Accommodations While New Zealand does not boast of anything exceptional in the way of good hotel accommodations, one always can be comfortably taken care of at the different stopping places. In Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin the so-called first class hotels are about on a par with second rate hostelries of cities of corre- sponding size in the United States. The hotel charges, however, are lower than in America, ranging from $1.50 to $3 per day, including room and board. The dif- ferent cities and towns are well provided with garages and repair shops and there fo oe ROAD THROUGH A NEW ZEALAND FOREST 21 are just as many men here capable of handling a motor car intelligibly as there are found in any other country in propor- tion to the population. Of course the high price of fuel makes motor traveling more expensive here than in the United States but this fact does not seem to lessen the demand for cars. There are a number of motor associa- tions in New Zealand, among those which have large membership and are taking an active interest in the construction of good roads and the development of the use of motor cars are the ones at Auckland, Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa, Wellington, Manawapu, Christchurch, Dunedin and Invercargill. The secretaries of these as- sociations always are glad to give all in- formation and render any assistance to touring parties. Tours may also be booked at the government tourist bureau, which maintains offices at Wellington, Auckland, Rotorua, Napier, Wanganui, Christchurch, Dunedin and Invercargill. URGES DISTRICT MOTOR TAX Washington, D. C., Aug. 1—The district committee of the house of representa- tives has reported favorably the bill re- cently introduced by Congressman Page, of North Carolina, levying a special tax on motor cars in the District of Columbia. This tax will range from $5 to $10 per annum, according to the horsepower of the car. A strong protest against the bill was made by W. S. Duvall, president and counsel of the Washington Motorists’ As- sociation, and by 8. V. Hayden, counsel for taxicab companies. Duvall argued that Washington motorists already are heavily taxed in the payment of license fees, personal taxes and fees to the states of Maryland and Virginia, and that addi- tional taxation would be unjust and dis- eriminatory. Congressman Page contended that the motorist of the average state is harder hit by taxes than the District of Columbia, and the committee made prompt report. The bill will go on the house calendar, but it is improbable that it can be reached at this session. UNCLE SAM AFTER A DIMMER Washington, D. C., Aug. 1—The prob- lem of eliminating the glare of motor car headlights, against which municipal ordi- nances and police regulations in many cities have been placed in force, is to be taken up by the federal government. In compliance with a request of the Automo- bile Club of America, the bureau of stand- ards, department of commerce, has de- vised a method of accomplishing this re- sult and this method now is being tested. Director 8. W. Stratton, of the bureau, has recommended that a patent dedicated to the public, be taken on this method. Director Stratton will not discuss the details of the new method. 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Macomb, IlL-Pacific Coast MACOMB, Ill—Editor Motor Age—I am very desirous of making a trip to Califor- nia? Is the route well marked all the way, and is there any danger of losing the trail? I am not strong, so would like to know all about hotel and other accommodations along the way. Would it be necessary to have a tent and a camping outfit? If so, where can I get those that would be lightest and easiest to carry? What is the best route for the fall? I would like a list of equipment. Is block and tackle necessary? Is such a trip too strenuous for an invalid who is not limited as to time? I take all-day trips without any ill-effect.—A Subscriber. The best road as far as road conditions, safety, hotel accommodations, etc., would be the Lincoln highway up to the last of Sep- tember. The highway is marked all the way and with a Blue Book 5, which will give you running directions for the entire trip, road conditions, etc. . A camping outfit is a matter of personal taste. Many people like to follow their own inclinations, traveling at whatever gait they please, and following any road that beckons them, rather than feel that they must make so many miles in order to reach a hotel to stop for the night. Block and tackle should be taken, a couple of full desert water bags should be carried at all times, a full supply box, and warm clothing, as after sun down the temperature drops very fast in high altitudes. The most care should be displayed between Great Salt Lake and Reno. Extra gasoline and water supply should be carried, and whenever a chance presents itself to have a full tank avail yourself of the opportunity. Carry a can of lubricating oil. There are long stretches of barren places but with proper precautions, and the driving done in accordance with local conditions, no serious trouble should ensue. It is advisable to have practically new tires all around, two extra casings and about four tubes. Take a few small repuir parts that you have found from experience to be the most useful on your particular car. Do not overload. Pick out what you think you will need, then leave half of it at home. In pulling through sand for any distance, deflating the tires to about 30 pounds pres- sure will help considerably. Of course we do not know how much of an invalid you are, but you will have to be able to stand harder travel in your all-day trips across the country than you do on the home roads. Every day conditions are different, you sleep in a different bed every night, and your food varies, water is always different, each day averages about 14 hours. Spencer, N. C.-Asheville, N. C. Spencer, N. C.—Editor Motor Age—What is the best route from Spencer to Asheville, N. C., and how about the new road from Charlotte, N. C., to Asheville—W. D. Kizziah. You have the choice of two roads from Salisbury to Ashville, 147 miles, as against 182 miles, the former being preferred. The roads are for the most part dragged, and there are some good stretches of macadam through the more enterprising counties. The towns of Cleveland, Statesville, Catawba, MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 outes and Jourin “nfo rmation @ Answers to Route Inquiries from Motor Age Readers SNAKE CREEK IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS OF ARIZONA Claremont, Conover, Hickory, Hildebrand, Connelly’s Springs, Morgantown, Calvin, Glen Alpine, Bridgewater, Marion, Old Fort, Ridge Crest, Black Mountain and Swan- nanoa. From Charlotte the road through Sloane’s ferry, McAdenville, Lowell, Gastonia, Besse- mer City, Kings Mountain, Cleveland Springs, Rutherfordten and Hendersonville is perhaps not so good as to run from Char- lotte through Lowesville and Lincolnton to Hickory, meeting the route outlined from Salisbury at this point and continuing on it to Asheville. Evansville, Ind.-Chicago Hopkinsville, Ky.—Editor Motor Age—Please give the best route from Evansville to Chicago and also Chicago to South Haven. Where can I obtain a Blue Book?—H. West. You can secure a Blue Book from the Auto- mobile Blue Book Publishing Co., Chicago, for $2.50. You will need volume 4. Evansville to Chicago lies through Warren- town, Princeton, Vincennes, Bruceville, Oak- town, Carlisle, Sullivan, Terre Haute, Tangiers, Kingman, Veedersburg, Rob Roy, Attica, Fowler, Earl Park, Kentland, Morocco, Enos, Thayer, Crown Point, Schererville, Highlands, Thornton, Riverdale, Roseland, and South Chicago. Making for South Haven, return over the above road as far as Highlands, thence travel through Hobart, Valparaiso, Westville, LaPorte, Warwick, Niles, Berrien Springs, Arden, St. Joe, Riverside, Coloma, Watervliet, Paw Paw, Covert and South Haven. Farmland, Ind.-Jireh, Wyo. Farmland, Ind.—I would like the route to Jireh, Wyo., and want to know the price of a guide and where I can get one.—C. C. Cortner. You will need two Blue Books, 4 and 5, each costing $2.50. They can be obtained from the Automobile Blue Book Publishing Co., Chi- cago. You should route from Muncie through Wheel- «mg and Montpelier to Marion, then 74 miles to Lafayeite through Swazee, Kokomo, Burlington, Middlefork, 118 miles to Bloomington through Montmorenci, Oxford, Talbot, Ambia, Hoopes- ton, then 146 miles to Davenport over dirt roads through Danvers, Tremont, Peoria, Pleas- ant Valley, Farmington, Maquon, Knoxville, Galesburg, Henderson, Alpha, and Milan. Over the River-to-River road for the most part through Iowa but branching off in several places for better roads, the travel is to Des Moines, 184 miles, through Durant, Moscow, Iowa City, Coralville, Homestead, Marengo, Ladora, Victor, Brooklyn, Grinnell, Kellogg, Newton, Colfax, Mitchellville and 155 miles to Omaha, traversing through Vam Meter, Earl- ham, Stuart, Adair, Atlantic, Lewis, Oakland, and Council Bluffs, partly over the Great White Way. The North Platte road across Nebraska ex- tends through Elkhorn, Fremont, Ames, Nortb Bend, Schuyler, Benton, Columbus, Duncan, Central City, Grand Island, being 147 miles, and through Kearney, Elk Creek, Lexington, Cozad, Gothenburg, to North Platte, 164 miles, then 228 miles to Cheyenne, Wyo., through Sutherland, Paxton, Ogallala, Brule, Big Springs, Julesburg, Chappell, Lodgepole, Sidney, Kimball, Pine Bluff, Wyo., and Egbert. Heading north towards Douglas, which is 160 miles over fair to good natural roads, the towns are Chugwater, Wheatland, Uva, Hartville, Guerney and Lusk, then west a little to Man- ville and Jireh. Fairmont, Minn.-Lebanon, Tenn. Fairmont, Minn.—Editor Motor Age—I am intending to make a motor trip to Lebanon, Tenn., about September 1. I will have a heavy load but a good car and plenty of time.—E. W. Bird. Don’t travel with your car overloaded. This is the biggest mistake the novice tourist makes. Just take half the things you think you wil! need and no more. From Blue Earth travel south to Des Moines passing through Ledyard, Bancroft, Algona, Humboldt, Ft. Dodge, and Boone, then east through Iowa on the River-to-River road via Colfax, Newton, Grinnell, Marengo, Homestead, Iowa City, Moscow, and Stockton to Davenport. To Bloomington the road leads through New Windsor, Galesburg, Farmington, Peoria, and Danvers. A day’s run to Indianapolis lies through LeRoy, Farmer City, Champaign, Dan- ville, Covington, Hillsboro, and Crawfordsville ; then to Louisville through Franklin, Edinburg, Taylorville, Columbus, Seymour, Uniontown, Crothersville, Scottsburg, and Memphis is an- other day’s trip. : The route followed by all motor car travel

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ss: wy = a= = August 6, 1914 through Kentucky runs through Mt. Washing- ton, Bardstown, New Haven, Buffalo, Cave City —from which a side trip to Mammoth Cave can be made—Glasgow, Lucas, Scottsville, and Gal- latin to Nashville, Tenn. Motor Age has no information on the routing from Nashville to Lebanon but presumes it follows the railroad. Ringsted, Ia.-Mora, Minn. Ringsted, Ia.—Editor Motor Age—Please give the route to Mora, Minn.—A. Mortenser. Going to Bancroft, head north through Man- kato, reached via Ledyard, Elmore, Blue Earth, Winnebago and Garden City; thence to St. Paul 96 miles through Madison Lake, Greenland, Waterville, Morristown, Warsaw, Faribault, Dundas, Northfield, Farmington, and Rose- mount. The nearest point to Mora Motor Age can get you is Pine City reached through White Bear Lake, Bald Eagle Lake, Hugo, Forest Lake, Wyoming, Stacy, North Branch, Harris, Rush City and Rock Creek. Fort Dodge, Ia.-Jacksonville, Fla. Fort Dodge, Ia.—Editor Motor Age—What is the route to Jacksonville, Fla.?—O. Oleson. You should follow the Hawkeye highway to Waterloo, which leads through Webster City, Blairsburg, Iowa Falls, Ackley, Aplington, New Hartford, Cedar Falls, then dropping down to the Lincoln highway by way of Vinton and New- hall you reach Chicago by routing through Mt. Vernon, Mechanicsville, Lowden, Grand Mound, De Witt, Clinton, Fulton, Ill., Morrison, Ster- ling, Dixon, Rochelle, Creston, DeKalb, Geneva, and Garfield Park. The road through Indiana to Louisville is all you could wish for by way of Kensington, Riv- erdale, Thornton, Highlands, Schererville, Crown Point, Thayer, Morocco, Kentland, Fowler, La- fayette, Frankfort, and Lebanon to Indianapolis. Between Indianapolis and Louisville, 124 miles, the run takes you through Franklin, Amity, Taylorville, Columbus, Waynesville, Seymour, Cruthersville, Scottsburg, Henryville, and New Albany. Quite an improvement over last year is the road to Nashville and one can now travel through Mt. Washington, Beardstown, Buffalo, Cave City—making a side trip to Mammoth Cave from here if desired—Glasgow, Scottsville, and Gallatin. Between Nashville and Chattanooga the towns of Murfreesboro, Manchester, Hillsboro, Pel- ham, Monteagle, Tracy City, Sequatchie, Jasper, Rankins Ferry, makes the distance 143 miles. In taking the longer route of 136 miles to At- lanta via Smyrna, Marietta, Acworth, and Car- tersville you will see Rome, named so because of its situation on seven hills like the original city, then on to Trion, Rock Spring and Ross- ville. You will find considerable clay road on the way to Macon through Jonesboro, Griffin, Forsyth, Bolingbroke, and on to Jacksonville MOTOR AGE your itinerary is Vienna, Sibley, Ashburn, Tif- ton, Lenox, Adel, Mineola, Valdosta, Madison, Fla., Live Oak, Wellborn, and Baldwin. Searcy, Ark.-Hannibal, Mo. Searcy, Ark.—Editor Motor Age—Kindly give road conditions and best route to Hannibal, Mo. —G. W. Martin. About the only thing you can do is to find your way to Forrest City, then head north to Jonesboro 70 miles, which is over a road of clay and gravel with stumps in some stretches necessitating not a little caution. The run is via Colt, Wynne, Whitehall, Harrisburg, and Greenfield, then the road to Cape Girardeau, Mo., is about 150 miles over a gravel and dirt road taking you through Brookland, Paragould, Marmaduke, Rector, Piggott, St. Francis, Camp- bell, Dexter, Bloomfield, Aquilla, Allenville, and Dutchtown. From there to St. Louis through Jackson, Appleton, Perryville, Ste. Genevieve, Weingarten, Farmington, Flat River, Bonne Terre, De Sota, Victoria, Hillsboro, and Mex- ville. A gravel or rock road lies the balance of the way, 133 miles, traversing through St. Charles, Harvester, Dardenne, Wentzville, Flint, Moscow Mills, Troy, Prairieville,, Rocky Ford, where there is a toll gate, Calumet, where there is a toll gate, Louisiana, toll road to Frankford, New London, Oakwood, and your destination. Le Roy, Il.-Starved Rock, Il. Le Roy, Ill.—Editor Motor Age—Kindly give me a route to Starved Rock.—D. Kimler. Bloomington is reached through Downs, a run of 17 miles, then a run of 72 miles over a good dirt road in dry weather via Hudson, El Paso, Minonk, Rutland, Wenona, Streator, and Grand Ridge. Starved Rock is but 5 miles beyond on the south side of the Illinois river. St. Joseph, Mich.-Detroit Oshkosh, Wis.—Editor Motor Age—Kindly furnish me with information regarding the con- dition of the roads from either St. Joseph or Grand Haven, Mich., to Detroit, and also via Chicago to Detroit.—E. E. Scammon. You evidently have in mind running to Mil- waukee then shipping across to St. Joe or Grand Haven. If such is the case, the shortest road to Milwaukee, 62 miles, touches Byron, Lomira, Theresa, St. Lawrence, Schleisingerville, Rich- field, Meeker, and Menominee Falls. The boat leaves at 9 p. m. and arrives at Grand Haven 5 o’clock the next morning. i Head for Allendale and Grand Rapids, 31 miles, then 149 miles to Detroit over a road that is gravel practically all the way, passing through Lake Odessa, Sunfield, Grand Ledge, Howell, Brighton, New Hudson and Farmington. To come via Chicago, from Milwaukee the road lies 95 miles through Kilbournville, Syl- vania, Deerfield, Wilmette, Evanston, and along Sheridan road to Lincoln Park and on into Chi- PREHISTORIC INSCRIPTIONS FOUND NEAR SPRINGERVILLE, ARIZ. 23 cago. The 100 miles to South Bend routes through Roseland, Kensington, Riverdale, Thornton, Highlands, Hobart, Valparaiso, West- ville, Laporte and New Carlisle, then the 208 miles to Detroit lies through Niles, Dowagiac, Decatur, Paw Paw, Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Marshall, Albion, Jackson, Chelsea, Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Wayne, and Dearborn. Butte, Mont.-Salt Lake City, Utah Stevensville, Mont.—Editor Motor Age— Kindly outline the trip from Butte, Mont., to Salt Lake City, Utah.—M. T. Stratton. There is a road leaving Gallitin and run- ning through Red Bluff, past the west side of Yellowstone park through Yellowstone sta- tion, and on to St. Anthony, Idaho Falls, Black Foot, Pocatello, Malad and Brigham to Ogden but you will be unable to secure any running directions. It certainly is not an easy run and you ought not to attempt this routing unless you expect to have an- other car accompany you. There is only one other routing and the distance you would have to travel in order to get but a trifle better roads will not war- rant the trip. However, running direction for this longer routing can be found in the Blue Book 5 going by way of Bozeman, Liv- ingston, Bridger, Cody, Wyo., Basin, Ther- mopolis, Lost Cabin, Casper, Boswell Springs, Laramie, Medicine Bow, Rawlins, Rock Springs, and Evanston. Crowley, La.-Louisville, Ky. Crowley, La.—Editor Motor Age—I am con- templating a trip to Louisville, Ky., and would like the best route with general conditions of roads.—W. E. Hughes. To reach New Orleans vour route lies via Lafayette, New Iberia, Jeanerette, Franklin, Morgan City, Gibson, Houma, Schriever, Thibo- dan, Albermarle, Donaldsonville, Edgar, Hahn- ville, Westwego and New Orleans. Take the ferry across Lake Pontchartrain, and travel to Pass Christian, Miss., through Claiborne, Boga- lusa, Balltown, take ferry across the Pear) river and run on to Poplarville, Standard, Vidalia, and Cuevas. It is 200 miles to Thom- asville, Ala., with an extra fine shell road through Gulfport and Biloxi to Ocean Springs, and again a ferry must be used from Pasca- goula Bay to Scranton, continuing through Orange City, Mertz, Mobile, Plateau, Pennsyl- vania, Mt. Vernon, Malcolm, McIntosh, Leroy, and Grove Hill. A 127-mile run takes you through Clay Hill, Shiloh, Octagon, Thomaston, Corley, Safford, Hazen, Selma, Statesville, Mulberry, Autauga- ville and a ferry across the Alabama river for Montgomery. Most of these roads passed over are sand, some clay, some with stumps in the roadway, some graded sand-clay, and the last 50 miles into Montgomery graded dirt and gravel quite fair but sandy in spots. Pass to the north to Birmingham, 112 miles, first ferrying across the Tallapoosa river and thence on your way through McCoy, Clanton, Thorsby, Jemison, Montevallo, Siluria, and Pelham. Beyond Birmingham leads through Morris, Kimbery, Warrior, Blount Springs, Bangor, Hanceville, Cullman, Falkville, Hart- selle, Decatur, take the ferry across the Ten- nessee river, thence Athens, Elkmont, Pulaski, Columbia, and over numerous toll gate roads to Brentwood and Nashville, Tenn. A 103-mile trip traverses a line through Madison, Edenwold, Avondale, Gallatin, Petro- leum, Scottsville, Cedar Springs, Glasgow, Cave City, and an equal distance into Louisville is the run via Bear Wallow, Canmer, Pikeview, Buffalo, New Haven, Bardstown, Mt. Washing- ton and Ashville. Full Name Desired Motor Age is in receipt of an inquiry for a route from G. S., of Bluefield, W. Va. The route requested will be published upon receipt of the name and address of the person sending the inquiry.

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24 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Ford Company Drops Its Price $60 Per Car for 1915 Additional Rebate if 300,000 Machines Are Made ETROIT, MICH., Aug. 1—Beginning to- day and until August 1, 1915, the prices of the Ford cars are, respectively, $440 on the runabout, $490 on the touring car and $690 on the town car. This is a reduction of $60 on the prices which prevailed up to today, and represents the biggest re- duction in price in proportion to the num- ber of cars made in the history of the Ford Motor Co. Last year a reduction of only $50 was made. More sensational than the reduction in price is the announcement of the com- pany that, provided 300,000 Ford cars are sold between August 1, 1914, and August 1, 1915, every buyer of a Ford car pur- chased between those dates will receive a bonus or remittance of from $40 to $60 per car. This means that if within the next 12 months or 365 days 300,000 Ford cars are sold a total of $18,000,000 will be returned by the Ford company to the purchaser of these 300,000 cars. This would bring down the price of the little Ford runabout to $380. It also would mean that actually a reduction of $120 had been made over the 1914 prices and would correspond to a total of $36,000,000 less income to the Ford company. ‘Our fiscal year ends in September,’’ said one of the officers of the Ford com- pany, ‘‘and during the first 9 months we have sold 203,194 cars, or a monthly av- erage of 22,500 cars, and there is no rea- son why this average is not going to be kept up during the remaining 3 months, which will bring the total output for the year up to 270,694 cars, or about 86,000 more than during the previous 12 months. ‘*With all the improvements for pro- duction facilities which have been put into the Ford organization, with the skilled artisans which do our work, with the ‘no-waste of material and time’ policy which governs the entire Ford policy, there is nothing surprising if we manufacture more than 300,000 cars. ‘‘Nor will we have any 30,000 or 40,000 men working in our plant. It is not the number of men that work in a plant that actually do the work, but rather the qual- ity of the men, or in other words, you ean get further with 1,000 first-class skilled workingmen than with 2,000, of which half only are first-class artisans. ‘We try to increase our production through other means than increasing the working force. Of course, when we ex- pand, when we add to our plant as the in- crease in our business might require it, we will add to our force, but we are not going to crowd or overcrowd our present plant, but we will rather keep up the policy of having the force now employed become more and more efficient and pro- duce more. ‘‘The rumor that we will build a $1,000 six-cylinder car is almost too ridiculous to be considered, as it would mean that we would have to put up an entirely new plant, which is not our intention. Even if we wanted it we could not build a six- cylinder or, in fact, any other model in our present plant excepting if we make a thorough change in machinery and equip- ment, and this, of course, is out of the question. ‘*Years ago Henry Ford decided that all the energy, the efforts, the science of the Ford organization should be in always perfecting the one model, and this has been the course of the company ever since. The results speak for themselves.’’ The reduction of the Ford prices con- cerns only the American Ford company and the output of 300,000 cars must be produced by the Detroit plant. NEWTONE MADE DEFENDANT New York, Aug. 3—Judge Veeder, in the federal court for the eastern district of New York, has signed an order making the Automobile Supply Mfg. Co., Brook- lyn, N. Y., the Newtone horn manufac- turer, a party defendant in the suit brought by the Lovell-McConnell Mfg. Co., the Klaxon horn manufacturer, against Julius Bindrim, a Brooklyn dealer, selling Newtone and Newtone Superior horns. The Klaxon maker claims infringement of letters patent No. 1,094,403, granted April 21, 1914, and that the Newtone Superior horn is an infringement. sulting engineer of the United States Tire Co. and became vice-president and general manager of the new concern under a long term contract. Mr. Davis is its president. The plant of the Ohio Flint Glass Co. consists of substantial brick buildings with a floor area of more than 4 acres. MOTOR TRUCKS MADE GOOD Philadelphia, Pa., July 23—An interest- ing experiment relative to the all-around qualifications of railroad trains and motor trucks in long-distance shipment of farm products has been decided in favor of the commercial vehicle by several New Jersey commission houses. The experiments have been going on for a week from Burlington, N. J., about 20 miles from here, to the New York city markets, also to the local mar- kets. In almost every instance the experi- mental trucks, were started from the farms in the afternoons and delivered their con- tents in New York about midnight, a short time before the train shipments. The loads consigned to Philadelphia arrived propor- tionately sooner. Both on account of econ- omy and the arrival in better condition of perishable foodstuffs, it is believed the use of the motor truck will be more generally adopted. MEXICO AGAIN BUYING CARS San Antonio, Texas, Aug. 1—Now that the prospects for permanent peace in Mex- ico are brightening, motor car manufac- turers and dealers are looking to that country as a promising field for the sale of cars. Already many conditional orders MIDGLEY LOCATES AT LANCASTER lis tor motor cars have been placed with Pittsburgh, Pa., Aug. 3—Local capi- talists have purchased the plant of the Ohio Flint Glass Co., at Lancaster, O., and are rapidly equipping it for the uses of the Midgley Tire and Rubber Co., which will manufacture the Midgley non-skid tread tire. It will employ a large num- ber of men, and restore to the motor in- ‘dustry a tire which has been out of the market for several years owing to a pro- tracted patent litigation. Some time ago Harry Davis, of Pitts- burgh, acquired patent rights in connec- tion with non-skid tires, and, after an ex- tended litigation in the federal courts, ob- tained a permanent injunction in the court of appeals, which sustained his patent rights and enjoined the manufacture by anyone else of tires of this type. After securing the injunction and es- tablishing his rights, Mr. Davis and other capitalists organized the Midgley Tire and Rubber Co. and turned over to it the ex- clusive rights of the non-skid tire. Thomas Midgley, under whose personal supervision in the Hartford company the Midgley tire was made, resigned his position as con- dealers in San Antonio and El Paso, by men who are temporarily making their homes away from their places of business in the storm-tossed republic. Besides the motor cars that will be sold for pleasure use there promises to be a large démand for motor trucks on the part of mining companies and other industrial concerns. During the long period of fight- ing in different parts of the country many motor cars were commandeerd by army of- ficers and most of these have gone to the scrap heap through hard usage long ago. The constitutionalist and federal armies have been fairly good customers of Amer- ican motor car houses in San Antonio and El Paso. During the month of July five large cars were purchased by constitu- tionalist officers from El Paso dealers. The platform of General Venustiano Carranza contains a good roads plank and it is ex- pected that when international affairs get straightened out the new administration will devote much attention to that char- acter of improvements. If this is done it will be of direct benefit to the American motor trade in Mexico. ! ; 1 f t

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August 6, 1914 MOTOR AGE 25 Lower Prices for Lgihter, More Powerful 1915 Studebaker Four Cut $65—Six Dropped $190—Improved in Body, Chassis and Equipment IGHTER, stronger, roomier and more powerful cars and at a slight reduc- tion in price, constitute the 1915 line of the Studebaker Corp., which is continuing its four and six-cylinder models with the elemental features of design on the 1914 series but improved throughout in chassis, body and equipment. The four-cylinder has been dropped $65 in list to $985, while the six now sells at $1,385 for a five-passen- ger and $1,450 for a seven-passenger body, a reduction of $190. The four carries both touring and road- ster bodies, the latter three-passenger, with no difference in price, so that, count- ing the two six models, there are four types in the new Studebaker line. In a nutshell, the Studebaker offerings are featured as follows: Two chassis, four body styles, crowned fenders, thirteen Timken bearings, floating rear axle, one- man top, gasoline tank in cowl with filler cap on the dash; magnetic gasoline gauge, flush dash equipment, separate unit start- ing and lighting system, special dimming headlights, oversize tires, extra rim and earrier, built-in rain and clear vision venti- lating windshield. The motor carries 3.5 by 5-inch cylinders, with 121-inch wheel- base on the six and 108 on the four. 15 Per Cent More Power In the motor the maximum power has been increased 15 per cent, according to the Studebaker engineers, by reducing the weights of the reciprocating parts and altering the manifold design. Four ounces have been cut from the piston assembly by using lighter piston with three rings. The valve sizes remain the same, but the valve ports have been made larger, thereby in- creasing the efficiency of the motor both as regards intake and exhaust. The splash scoop has been changed in shape and the splash troughs altered to give greater oil economy. While the model R Schebler carbureter still is used it is fitted this year with a waterjacket and also has a means for preheating the intake gases from the heat of the exhaust. In | the four the carbureter is bolted against SEVEN-PASSENGER STUDEBAKER SIX, THE NEW PRICE OF WHICH IS $1,450 = ‘ Ag ¥ y os _ eae aad THE 1915 STUDEBAKER FOUR, WHOSE WEIGHT HAS BEEN REDUCED 100 POUNDS AND PRICE LOWERED TO $985 FEATURES OF THE 1915 STUDEBAKER FOUR AND SIX Four-cylinder car now $985 Six-cylinder to be marketed at $1,385 Four body styles offered Motor power increased 15 per cent Lighter reciprocating parts Water-jacketed carbureter for 1915 More pressed steel im the bodies More room in bodies One-man top adopted Other minor improvements the integral cylinder casting without any exterior intake manifold. The same clutch has been kept for the 1915 ear, but the leverage on the operating members on the six has been changed to give an easier throw. The design of the rear axle has been altered, and instead of the exterior flange connecting with the wheel, it now has a tapered-fitting connec- tion with the flange and carries a hub cap. The improvements in the body work and equipment are marked and through them 100 pounds have been cut from the weight of each model. In the body much of the woodwork has been replaced by pressed steel. This has resulted in a roomier de- sign of much less weight. The top now used is a one-man design. The curtains can be put up from the inside of the car and clip to the windshield which also is a new design. Instrument Board a Stamping The instrument board now is a stamping and is so arranged that the instruments project through it but are not supported by it. It is possible by this connection to remove the instrument board and still leave all the instruments in place. The running board pads have been made of corrugated rolled aluminum which extend the entire length of the running boards. Dome- shaped fenders and improved splash guards add to the exterior appearance of the car. The interior arrangements of the car permit of more leg room in both the front compartment and the tonneau. There is more clearance between the steering wheel and the cushion, secured by decreasing the steering-wheel rake slightly. There also is more clearance between the control levers and the seat. The starting switch for the Wagner system has been moved forward. In many details of design the six and four are exactly alike. Both have their cylinders cast in block, both are L-heads, and in bore and stroke, 3.5 by 5, also are similar. This method of duplication of design fits in with the Studebaker policy of standardization for quantity production which is carried throughout both chassis. The pistons, connecting rods, wristpins,

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MOTOR AGE ) gf Sd "— & ‘° «t Midis edad tailed gg Oven UOTETEE Ry a FEATURES OF THE 1915 STUDEBAKER SIX ILLUSTRATED The upper illustration shows the five-passenger Studebaker siz, which has been improved in chassis and body and is much lighter than the former model. tnterior of the body, which affords more room for the passengers. the six is shown in the bottom. illustration. more power is obtained and valve assembly are exactly the same in both ears. The pistons carry but two compression rings this year as against three in previ- ous designs. An oil-wiper ring is carried at the bottom of the piston in addition. The rings this year are concentric and in manufacture are lapped in the cylinders. The wristpins are fitted with bronze bush- ings, continuing a feature of design intro- duced for the 1914 line by the makers of the Studebaker. The 1}%-inch valves are carried on the left side of the motor and the adjusting nuts and exterior mechanism are covered Below it is a view of the The clean-looking motor of The reciprocating parts are lighter and 15 per cent by means of light dustproof plates held in position by thumb nuts. The transverse pump shaft construction, a feature of the past models, by means of which the water pump is driven at one end and the ignition distributor at the other, has been con- tinued. Crankshaft Bearings The crankshaft of the four-cylinder mo- tor is carried on three main bearings, and that of the six on four. In both instances the front bearings are 154 inches in diame- ter and 24§ inches in length, the center 14% by 2.5 and the rear 1% by 3%. The August 6, 1914 bearings are babbitt-lined, the babbitt be- ing run in at the factory. The motor lubrication system is accom- plished by a combination force-feed and splash. The supply of oil passing to the motor is visible through a sight feed mounted on the dash. The oil supply is carried in the lower part of the crankcase and from this reservoir the oil is lifted to the sight feed by means of a steel plunger pump. The motor bearings and the cylinders are taken care of by the splash, while the timing gears and connect- ing rod bearings are oiled by direct cir- culation. Cooling is accomplished in the case of the six by means of a honeycomb radiator. In the four a vertical tube radiator with an auxiliary tank is used. Both cars use the centrifugal water pump. The cooling problem in the four has been greatly sim- plified by the use of a larger exhaust pipe which takes away the hot gases much more rapidly than before. Wagner Starter Retained Practically no change has been made in the electrical equipment of the car for this year. Starting, lighting and ignition still are handled by the two-unit Wagner- Studebaker system. One step towards com- pactness, however, has been accomplished in the motor. This is fully an inch shorter in overall length now than it was in the 1914 line and has been mounted closer to the front end of the motor, giving a much more efficient assembly, inasmuch as the same amount of work is accomplished in much less space. The two electrical units are the gener- ator and the cranking motor. The electric motor for starting is connected to the engine crankshaft by means of a roller chain. By means of this chain and a pinion gear reduction the relation of the cranking motor speed to the crankshaft is 20 to 1. The gear reduction is 5 to 1 and the chain multiplies this by four. Owing to the decreased internal friction of the motor and the lighter parts the speed of cranking the motor is higher this year than in previous cars. The actual speed of course varies under different motor condi- tions, but the average amperage draw on starting is 100. The cranking motor is operated by a pedal which this year had been moved for- ward on the toe board to prevent the possi- bility of an accidental engagement on en- tering the car. Connection is broken be- tween the engine and the starting motor as soon as the engine takes up its work by means of a roller clutch. The roller clutch is placed on the crankshaft and therefore when it is out of engagement the entire chain drive mechanism comes to rest. This prevents any noise from issuing from the driving members during the ordinary oper- ation of the car. The generator which furnishes all the current for lighting and ignition is drive at a ratio of 1.5 crankshaft speed by means of a gear on the camshaft. The generator

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August 6, 1914 starts to charge the battery at a car speed of 10 miles per hour and reaches its max- imum output at 20 miles per hour. The shunt winding neutralizes the field current at that speed and holds the output curve to a flat line. A reverse-current cutout is placed in the line between the battery and the generator. For ignition the current is taken from the storage battery and after passing through an induction coil is led to the Remy distributor on the end- of the trans- verse shaft at the front end of the motor. From this point the leads are taken to the spark plugs. The ignition switch is placed in the light switch group at the driver’s right. There also is a locking device to guard against the accidental moving of any switch. Dry cells are furnished for emergency use. Control Mechanism Modified The control mechanism of the spark and throttle has been modified somewhat this year. In place of the ordinary bell crank levers at the ends of the control shafts which project through the bottom of the steering column, there are cams which act as guides for L-shaped followers. These cams are so laid out that a movement of the throttle or spark arm on the steering wheel will gixe a proportional throw of the earbureter throttle lever or advance lever on the Remy distributor. The carbureter is turned longitudinally this year in place of transversely, and the result is a much neater and more accessible job. The clutches used on the six and four are similar. They are direct cones of pressed steel faced with leather beneath which are placed flat engagement springs. A single clutch spring of heat-treated alloy steel is used. The clutch fork arm on the six is shorter this year than last while the pedal arm remains the same length thereby giving an increased leverage on the clutch. The gearboxes are another point of exact similarity between the two chassis. They are three-speed selective and are the same as have been used in Studebaker cars for three seasons. Timken bearings are used in the gearbox for the main drive pinion. These bearings are adjustable. The shafts used in the change-gear mechanism are chrome vanadium steel. The change-gear lever is 3 inches longer. The rear axles are floating design and are the same as for 1914 in every particu- lar up to the construction at the wheels. Here the aforementioned change has been made and the exterior of the wheels are ornamented by a hub cap. The most mate- rial result in the new construction is the elimination of grease leakage from the differential housing to the brakes through the axle tube. A change in the brakes is another noticeable feature of the new cars. The diameter has been increased 3 inches and now both brakes are lined with asbestos fabric whereas on the previous model one set was metal-to-metal. Both sets of brakes are fitted with equalizers. \nother detail change is in the use of a MOTOR AGE SOME PICTURE-IMPRESSIONS OF THE NEW STUDEBAKER FOUR The upper illustration shows the 1915 three-passenger roadster, which is speedier, lighter and lower in price than the 1914 model. The interior of the body is next shown and the im- proved four-cylinder engine illustrated at the bottom spoon-type emergency brake lever whereas the former Studebaker had a knob handle. Front Axle Construction Following the policy inaugurated a year ago of a liberal use of roller bearings the front axles used in both the four and six are equipped with Timken tapered bear- ings. The axle is an I-beam section and is an integral drop forging. The spring pads are forged with the axle. In connec- tion with the front axle is the irreversible ball-bearing worm-and-gear steering gear. This is on the left and it is not affected by road shocks. Additional leverage is secured by the use of a 17-inch steering wheel which makes the handling of the car easier. The control and driving features of the

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28 car follow along the lines of standard prac- tice. The spark and throttle control levers are in the center of the steering wheel and the gearshifting lever and brake lever in- the center of the car. The horn button is on the top of the steering post. While the dimensions of the springs have not been changed since the previous mod- els, easier riding has been secured through closer specifications as to load requirements and through improved material. The rear springs are a point of difference between the four and six. On the four, scroll ellip- tie spring, underslung under the rear axle housing, are used, while on the six a deep three-quarter elliptic design is employed. The wheels on both cars are of second- growth hickory artillery design. On the four they are fitted with 33 by 4 tires, an oversize for the 32 by 3.5-inch size which was used in the previous model. On the six the 34 by 4-inch size are used. This gives both cars an ample tire size, as the four weighs 2,500 pounds, and the six 3,000, fitted with the standard bodies. On the six there are two bodies fitted, a five and a seven-passenger touring de- sign, On the four there is a five-passenger touring car and a three-passenger roadster. This gives Studebaker a complete line of four bodies. All are of clean design with a scuttle dash tapering gracefully into a streamline bonnet. The good appearance and comfort of the bodies are augmented by broad doors with concealed handles and lever-handle door latches, Making for Silence Everything is made as tight as possible. This year a strip of anti-squeak fabric is placed between the body and the frame for the sake of silence and the windshield is lined with rubber for waterproof qualities. The construction scheme used in the bodies is the employment of steel panels built on rigid wood and steel framework. The front floor boards are aluminum-bound and cov- ered with linoleum. The seats are low and broad with a backward tilt, and the carpet on the tonneau floor is continued up the back of the front seats. The fenders are crowned and with the LOWER END OF STEERING POST SHOWING THE NEW CAM CONTROL OF THE SPARK AND THROTTLE THH STUDEBAKER MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 REAR AXLE GEARSET AND. BRAKES OF THE 1915 STUDEBAKERS. THESE MEMBERS HAVE NOT BEEN ALTERED VERY MUCH FOR THE COMING YEAR body undergo twenty-four operations in the paintshop before finishing. The hood, fenders and running gear are black, with a narrow white stripe, while the bodies are a dark blue, striped with white. The bright parts are heavily nickel-plated. The wheelbase of the four is 108 inches and of the six 121 inches, The equipment of the cars is complete. There are no dash lamps, but instead a series-multiple switch on the dash enables the driver to dim the headlights. On the dash there is the Stewart-Warner mag- netic speedometer, gasoline, filler cap for the under-cowl tank, Triumph gasoline gauge, sight feed, ete., while the additional equipment includes an electric horn under the hood, extra rim on rear, tire irons, and a full set of tools: MASSACHUSETTS LEGISLATION Boston, Mass., Aug. 1—The Massachu- setts legislature has ended its labors after 6 months, and among the matters that came in for consideration were bills rel- ative to the motor industry. There were about forty measures introduced, but only a few passed through the committees and _ reached the governor. One of the most important bills just now is hitting visiting motorists who spend the summer months here. In the past they were able to register their cars for 3 months beginning in July at half price. But the highway commission under the guise of opening the portals of Massachu- setts to visitors had the law changed to read that 30 days leeway was allowed in- stead of 10 as in the past. It seemed like letting down the bars, but it was only a half-rate measure as it made no provision for the people who come here and spend all their time in summer on our shores. As they spend more than 30 days they have to register for a whole year. The bill to have all vehicles using the highways at night carry lights in all places, except hay teams, was passed, and the police are seeing that it is being enforced. The motor truck bill calls for a fee of $5 for one ton and $3 for each additional ton, Governor Walsh signed it despite the opposition of the motor committee, which made a hard fight. There also was passed a bill to remedy the old blue law that prohibited using motor cars for hire on Sunday. The res- idents of the island of Nantucket got an exclusion act passed for that place. The most important measure to the industry was one regulating garages that will put a lot of owners out of business in October if they do not rebuild their places. FIRE AT MILWAUKEE TRACK Milwaukee, Wis., Aug. 4—The state fair park at Milwaukee, containing what is considered one of the fastest mile circular dirt tracks in the country, on which a big racing program will be held on the first day of the 1914 state fair, September 14, was swept by fire Sunday afternoon, just at the close of a motorcycling race pro- gram. About 2 months ago a tornado wrecked several of the largest pavilions and exhibition halls and these are being rebuilt of concrete and steel. Even before the new buildings were finished fire has destroyed most of the remaining buildings, including the mammoth grandstand. Last year a splendid concrete addition was built to the grandstand and this, of course, withstood the flames. The state board of agriculture, which manages the fair, declared today that the fire would not interfere with the holding of the fair, and that the motor racing program will not be disturbed. Ernie Moross is handling the program and his team is expected to be re- enforced by a number of the stars who will drive at Elgin this month. There will be six events, among them a 25-mile and a 50-mile free-for-all, and the program will last all day. This will be the first racing since the Vanderbilt and grand prix were run off at Milwaukee in October, 1912.

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ut yer air is lar big irst 14, ust r0- aclo ons ing fore has ngs, uast was of tate the | not and t be the e Te- | will ll be nd a will acing were (2. August 6, 1914 MOTOR AGE 29 Herff-Brooks Adopts Folding-Down Steering Wheel Much Refinement in Body Desiga—New Magnete and Carbureter WO cars, a four and six, are an- - nounced as the 1915 line of the Herff- Brooks Corp., Indianapolis, with un- changed prices at $1,100 and $1,375, re- spectively, but with a great number of me- chanical and body changes which mark them as distinctive types of the coming season. A complete transformation has been af- fected with the entirely new body lines which give the cars a foreign look. The hood has no break and there is a long sweep from the cowl to the newly-shaped radiator, with generous curves from the cowl to the rear. Extra Seat for Sixth Person The fight for improvement has not stopped with the new bodies, for there are two other attractive features which stand out. The steering wheel of the 1915 Herff- Brooks four and six, is of the folding- down type. This wheel is hinged to the post on one side and when desired it may be folded back so that entrance and exit from either side of the car is easy. The five-passenger Herff-Brooks car now car- ries an extra seat for a sixth passenger, this auxiliary chair folding into a tool box under the front seat. Right drive and center control has been abandoned on all models and left drive with center control adopted. Aside from the feature-changes men- tioned a number of mechanical improve- ments have been made in both four and six. The wheelbase of the four has been lengthened 2 inches from 116 inches to 118 inehes and the bore increased from 4% to 4% inches. Bosch ignition sup- plants the magneto and dry cells of the 1914 four and six and a Stromberg car- bureter is used instead of the one supplied previously. The old-style top gives way to an improved one-man top, and the Apleo starting and lighting system suc- ceeds that used last year. Motor Essentials Not Altered The six motor is of the L-head type with separately cast cylinders with indi- vidual valve inclosures to exclude dirt and house noise. The bore and stroke of this motor is 4 by 4% inches, the same dimensions having been used in 1914. Cooling is by pump circulation with the pump in front of the timing gear case, a rather unusual position for this member. Behind the pump is the Bosch magneto and on the same side is the newly-adopted Stromberg carbureter. The right side of the engine is clean except for the crank- : case breather and a water pipe. Lubrication is by splash-pressure in which oil is car- ried by a gear pump from a crankcase Sump, sent through a strainer and then to a sight feed on the dash from which it makes it way to individual troughs under the connecting rods. UPPER ILLUSTRATION IS THAT OF THE 1915 HERFF-BROOKS 4-40 AND THE LOWER THAT OF THE 6-50 ROADSTER. THE IMPROVEMENT IN BODY DESIGN IS EVIDENT AT A GLANCE FEATURES OF THE 1915 HERFF-BROOKS CARS Bodies of the streamline type Extra seat for sixth person in five-passenger car Folding-down steering wheel Left drive and center control adopted Bosch ignition and Strom- - Improved one-man top berg carbureter standard * Aplco . cranking and lighting system Wheelbase of four increased from 116 to 118 inches Prices are unchanged The motor having separately-cast cylin- ders, calls for a crankshaft with more than the usual number of supports. Seven are used in this engine, each 1% ‘inches in diameter. The camshaft requires but three supports and this shaft controls pushrods operating in square guides in- stead of round ones, which are usually seen. The valves are 1% inches diameter and have a Ys-inch lift. The timing gears are helically cut. A semi-steel mixture is used for crankcase metal and the case is supported by four arms cast with the crankease. Every casting in this, as well as the four motor, comes from the Herff- Brooks’ foundry. Clutch design has not been altered ap- preciably. The clutch is of the inverted cone type with spring inserts and incor- porated with this clutch is a clutch brake which prevents spinning when making gear changes. The gearset, which is of the three-speed selective type, has been redesigned to accommodate the cen- ter control feature, but the gears, shafts and general arrangement is the same as that used on the 1914 six. From the gear- set to the rear axle no changes have been made. The inclosed drive shaft is equipped with one universal of large size and within this joint is a hollow brass compartment which holds sufficient grease to lubricate it for 5,000 miles. In many instances oiling is taken care of automatically. The rear axle is of the semi-floating type and operates on ball bearings. Aplco Cranker Adopted The new Apleo starting and lighting system is of the single-unit type, the motor-generator being driven by silent chain from the shaft extending from motor to gearset. The battery for this system is supported by steel hangers under the tonneau floorboards, where it is accessible.

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30 The new six body is much larger than the 1914 body, and is an entirely new job throughout, as-mentioned previously. All the instruments are finished in black and nickel, and are mounted on a board where they can be reached easily by the driver. Four Has Block Motor The 1915 Herff-Brooks four has a larger motor, the new dimensions being 44% by 5 inches against 44% by 5 inches, used in 1914. This engine is of the L-head type and has its cylinders cast in block. The oiling, cooling, carburetion, ignition, start- ing and lighting units are thé*same on the four as on the six and it differs slightly in its general design. The crankshaft is supported by five bearings and the pushrod guides are held in place by clamps, which practice is not used on the six. From the motor to the rear axle the four and six are similar in design, but smaller in pro- portion. SUES TO RECOVER MICHIGANS Washington, D. C., Aug. 1—The Edward F¥. Gerber Co., a Delaware corporation, has brought suit against T. Oliver Probey for the recovery of twenty-six Michigan cars alleged to have been shipped to him. The plaintiff asks for an injunction to pre- vent Probey from disposing of the cars during the pendency of the litigation. A number of banks and trust companies are named as co-defendants in connection with promissory notes alleged to have been de- posited by Probey. MOTOR AGE eat August 6, 1914 CLEAN LINES ON THE 1915 HERFF-BROOKS 6-50 TOURING CAR Prices of the 1915 Empire Reduced FEATURES OF THE EMPIRE Price reductions noted A new touring car body Bodies roomier and refined Remy cranking and lighting 1915 EDUCING the list $50, the Empire Automobile Co., of Indianapolis, is offering for 1915 one chassis that carries with it two touring car bodies and two roadsters. Model 31-40 is new, an elec- trically-started and lighted streamline EMPIRE MODEL 31 FIVE-PASSENGER TOURING CAR See . 7 N i. fe — tra et touring car at $975; model 31, a five-pas- senger touring car with complete standard equipment at $850; model 31, a stream- line roadster with electric starting and lighting at $975; and model 31, roadster with streamline body and standard equip- ment at $875. Only Minor Changes The single chassis is practically the same as that used in 1914, the changes incorporated being of minor nature. The new touring car has a body of striking lines. The seats are low and more room is allowed the passengers in both compart- ments, the door hinges are concealed, the upholstery is heavier and the flush sides and general streamline effect coupled with the bell back, new fenders and hood all go toward making the new Empire a very pleasing job. The new touring car has a Remy starter with a plunger-type control on the dash, and all instruments, such as speedometer, dash light, carbureter adjustment, igni- tion and light controls, ete., are mounted on an instrument board, so as to be within easy reach of the driver. The 1915 Empire chassis is equipped with a four-cylinder motor of L-head con- struction with a bore and stroke of 3% SIDE AND FRONT VIEW OF THE 1915 EMPIRE 31-40 SHOWING THE NEW STREAMLINE BODY

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rd nd ter the ges The ing om: art- the des led ood e @ rter ash, ster, gni- nted thin. pped con- 3% August 6, 1914 TOP VIEW OF THE MODEL 31-40 EMPIRE by 4% inches; the crankshaft is supported by three plain bearings which are lubri- eated directly by leads from a three-sight feed on the dash. The oil is fed to the sight by a pump. The camshaft, with in- tegral cams revolves upon four bearings. Thermo-syphon cooling is retained and the water pipes are exceptionally large to in- sure efficient cooling. The Holley model H ecarbureter and the Eisemann magneto are again seen as standard equipment on the Empire. The drive from the motor is taken by a running-in-oil clutch and then by a three- speed selective gearset, both of these units being incorporated with the engine to form a compact power plant. The rear axle is of Weston-Mott make and is of semi- floating construction. The wheelbase of the 1915 Empire is 108 inches and the equip- ment includes all standard accessories. SAVES THE INDUSTRY MONEY Columbus, O., Aug. 3—The Ohio board of awards, which has charge of the admin- istration of the workmen’s compensation law, made a number of reductions in the premium rates to be charged employers July 1. In this list which was on the av- erage of 5 per cent, the motor industry benefited to a large degree. As a result, thousands of dollars will be saved employ- ers of men in garages, repair shops, taxi- ca) companies and plants and branches. MOTOR AGE The old rate of $1.65 per $100 of the payroll for chauffeurs has been reduced to $1.49. The old rate of 75 cents for all garage employes has been changed to 65 cents and the old rate of 65 cents for em- ployes of motor car plants and branches has been reduced to 60 cents. With the law in force for a little more than 2 years the great benefits to be de- rived not only by the employe but also the employer are plainly seen. While there are a number of things to be adjusted the administration of the law on the whole has been very successful. The law makes it compulsory for all em- ployers, if firm, individual or corporation, which employs five or more persons to contribute to the state fund. Concerns employing fewer than five persons can come in if they wish. Those who do not want to come in are compelled to file a bond with the Ohio state board of awards and to make all settlements for deaths and injuries on the basis followed by the board. COAST TERMINAL SUGGESTED San Francisco, Cal., Aug. 1—The Lin- coln Highway Association never has se- lected a definite point in San Francisco as the terminal for the great transcontinental road which the association is establishing between New York and the Pacific coast. It has been suggested that Lincoln park be made the official terminal. The main road in Lincoln park overlooks the Golden Gate and the entrance of San Francisco bay. There is not a spot along this sec- tion of the coast that gives such a beauti- ful view of the waters of the Pacific or of this inland sea, and from a scenic stand- point no better spot could be selected for the erection of a monument to mark the western end of the Lincoln highway. The fact that the park already bears the name of our martyred president is another good reason for designating this spot as the terminal of the 3,400 miles of ‘‘the finest road in the world.’’ QUAKERS FIGHT TOLL GATES Philadelphia, Pa., Aug. 3—A catch toll- gate placed at the intersection of Wynne- wood road and the Lancaster pike, near Ardmore, by the Philadelphia and Lancas- ter Turnpike Co., has developed from a subject of indignation into a threatened legal battle. It has been the habit of motorists to turn into Wynnewood road at that point to avoid the regular tollgate on the pike, and it was to catch the numerous dodgers that the improvised tollgate was erected. Three days ago in some mys- terious manner the shack was burned to the ground. Some indignant motorist is suspected, but no arrests have been made. The burning down of the tollgate has made no difference to the tollgate keeper, however, who stands in the middle of the road and levies tribute from the motorists. Now it is planned to test the legality of the action of the turnpike company in hav- 31 fh Lt APL ELE! VA A eamasewors I, — pam E bene 2GGO CB@VBC Pi § % CHASSIS OF THE EMPIRE MODEL 31 ing the tollgate established, it being claimed that Wynnewood road enters Lan- caster pike at one point and emerges at another not far away and for this reason is simply a crossroad, therefore the com- pany has no right to charge toll when motor cars are passing from one section of the road to the other. Every tollgate on the Springhouse and Sumneytown turnpike between Springhouse and Kulpsville today was plastered with the sign: ‘‘By order of the courts this highway is a free highway, and no tolls will be collected hereafter at any gate.’’ Motorists working in co-operation with the North Wales board of trade were instru- mental in bringing the desired result. CARNATION MAKES GOOD SHOWING Philadelphia, Pa., Aug. 1—The official record of the Carnation, which recently made six trips daily between Philadelphia and Atlantic City for 13 days, shows the following interesting facts: In the 13 days 5,011 miles were covered in seventy- eight trips; the gasoline consumption was 167 gallons, an average of 30.3 miles to the gallon; the average running time be- tween the two cities was 2 hours 56 min- utes, an average speed of 21.8 miles per hour; oil consumption, 1 gallon to every 580 miles. The demonstration started 3:30 p- m., July 17, and finished 9:30 p. m., July 30.

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32 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Two Chalmers Sixes Much Improved for the 1915 Season Additions to sceeia marae Refined—Ne Radical Chassis Changes FEATURES OF THE 1915 CHALMERS SIXES Front view of the 1915 Chalmers six. Note elevated position of the headlamps HE Chalmers company puts on the 1915 market the master six and the light six, refined at a number of detail points and with an entirely new design of touring body for the larger car. The latter, it will be remembered, made its bow last Sep- tember, while the company saved the light six for the last New York show, when it made its debut. Instead of reducing prices as many oth- ers have done, the Chalmers company has increased the list of the master six to $2,400, an increase of $125, while the $1,850 asked for the light six is $50 more than the 1914 list. Mechanical Changes Are Few Mechanically the cars are fundamen- tally the same as the previous models. The cylinder castings have exactly the same interior dimensions, but the core work has been altered to give better waterjacket space on both models. The gasoline feed system has been altered to a combination pressure and gravity feed. The gasoline is forced by pressure to a small tank on the dash of the car and then it flows by yravity to the carbureter. This arrangement has. permitted a slight eleva- tion of the carbureter with better accessi- bility than last year. The carbureter itself is different and is now the latest model G Rayfield. Carbu- retetion also has been assisted by increas- ing the waterjacket space around the in- take manifold and also by the better waterjacketing arrangements provided by the new design of Rayfield carbureter. The same type of clutch is used on the new cars, that is a multiple-disk with cork inserts, but now the disks alternate bronze and steel, whereas in the previous cars all the disks were of steel. The gearbox re- mains the same except that second gear on the light six now has a greater reduction. On the light six another change has been made in the fitting of Timken bearings on the front axle. The axles on the master Prices have been raised Bodies much improved A new seven-passenger body Tungsten steel valves on master six New Rayfield model G carbu- reter Empico speedometer drive six have not been changed as to general design, but have been weighted ‘up some- what to follow the lesson learned on the racing track of making the unsprung weight as much, but no more than neces- sary to have the car hold the road. The speedometer drive on both cars now is the inclosed Empico. Better equipment will be found on both sixes than on their predecessors. A new design of top which has been worked out in the Chalmers shops is fitted. The stor- age battery is an improved design having more sealing compound and better separa- tors, which are designed to eliminate buckling of the plates. A volt-ammeter has been added to the Intake side of the Chalmers light six motor showing accessibility New design of top Improved storage battery Larger tires on light six New clutch has steel against bronze plates Additions to equipment T-head motors retained equipment of the dash. The electric switches also are changed in design and a Yale lock is fitted. The appearance of the instrument board has been improved by a rearrangement of the instruments. The tires are larger on the light six. They are now 34 by 4.5 inch size whereas in the preceding cars they were 34 by 4. Improvements in Body Work In the body: work the cars have been brought up to date in every particular. On the light six there are five bodies listed. These are a five-passenger touring, six-passenger touring, limousine, coupelet and sedan. On the master six chassis there are two bodies, a seven-passenger touring and a phaeton. The seven-pasyenger touring body on the master six is an inno- vation for the Chalmers company. It is built on boat lines, carrying the streamline form idea throughout. It has two doors and a pas- sageway between the driver’s seat and the seat of the passenger who sits next to him. The driver’s seat is ad- justable and taken into consideration with the adjustable pedals that are now fitted on all > the new model G Rayfield carbureter - A good view of the 1915 Chalmers light six, seven-passenger touring car, which is listed at $1,900

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14 August 6, 1914 models, a perfect fit can be secured for the driver. There is a ventilating ar- rangement on the cowl which can be raised and lowered from the driver’s seat. This deflects the draught so that it is cir- culated freely about the front compart- ment of the car instead of only reaching the feet of the occupants. Engines of T-head Design Both sixes follow along similar lines of design in many particulars. Chalmers made its debut into the ranks of the T- head manufacturers last September and now builds nothing but that type. Both chassis have six-cylinder T-head power plants, but the larger car has the cylin- ders cast in blocks of three while the MOTOR AGE 33 Sa RR ORR IRENE I RNR ee smaller one has all the cylinders cast to- he gether. The cylinder castings now pro- a vide an exceptional amount of cooling ‘he space over the heads of the cylinders and re around the valves. The intake valves are the on the left side and the exhaust on the right. The cylinder dimensions of the larger en six are 4 by 5.5. The smaller six has 3.5 ar. by 5.5 inch cylinders. The S. A. E. rat- ies ings of the two models are respectively ng, 38.4 and 29.4. The makers claim dynamo- ‘let meter outputs of 74.3 and 53.4 horsepower wis for these motors. Last year the Chalmers ger reciprocating parts were lightened to a large degree and this year the light parts yer are continued. There is a standing offer the in the engineering department of the “ n0- Chalmers company of a dollar a pound for Upper illustration is that of the Chalmers 1915 master six, seven-passenger touring car which sells ers the reduction of weight anywhere through- for $2,400. Lower illustration shows the unit power plant of the master sie uilt out the car. Very close attention has been ing paid to this feature, but nothing further equal compression all around the cylinder. thereby making for a perfect running bal- rm has been cut in the new cars. The con- The crankshafts are drop forgings from ance. has necting rods are I-beam drop forgings of .40 carbon steel. They have the crank Bearings Are Large as- open hearth steel. throws curved so as to bring the center of The crankshaft bearings are the same as the Four section-type piston rings are car- gravity of the shaft directly on the axis, in the 1914 models, being composed of the ried. These rings are made up of two bronze with babbitt bushings. The bear- ger parts; the outer ring is complete and in- ings are three in number. On the larger in. side this there are a number of arc-shaped of the two sixes the bearings are 2.125 ad- pieces which form a complete inner ring. inches in diameter. into Each of the small segments is forced out- Both the intake and exhaust valves on the ward by a small leaf spring giving an both models are of tungsten steel. They shat all The illustration at the left shows the Pullman-type of auriliary seat used in the seven-passenger Chalmers touring cars. The central illustration 1s a top view of the master six bringing out the roominess of the compart ments. Note the aisle between the front seats and the unusual leg-room in the tonneau, At right is shown a Chalmers limousine feature. Here an extra shield is provided so as to give an unobstructed view even in snowy weather

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34 are driven by separate camshafts, which carry the cams integrally. The valves are of large diameter. On the larger six they are 2.125 inches in diameter and on the | “smaller six they are 115/16 inches, This gives a very liberal space for the passage of the gases and is one of the features ‘ which makes for a high power output on the dynamometer. More Oil to Bearings The oiling system is essentially the same as that introduced into the Chalmers line in the 1914 design, the only change being in the increase of the size of the oil stream to each of the main bearings from .25 inch to .375 inch. In this oiling system there is a gear pump in the crankcase which takes the oil from the reservoir and forces it through a long lead that runs the entire length of the crankcase. From this lead the oil is tapped off at each of the main bearings, allowing a stream of oil to be carried to each of these bearings. The amount of oil that passes to the main bearings is far in , ; excess of what is \ q necessary for their : | Shae lubrication and the i 2 tg overflow is carried by means of small pipes into troughs beneath the throws of the connecting rods. The scoops on the ends of the connecting rods dip into the troughs and the splash lubricates the cylinders. The oil that falls from the troughs and the excess from the splash returns to the sump in the bottom of.the crankcase from which point it is recirculated. . ial a i 4 A bottom view of the master six motor show- ing the inclosed silent-chain drive of the Chalmers-Entz cranker ape “ MOTOR AGE = & 1—New model G Rayfield carbureter used on 1915 Chalmers cars; 2—Camshaft used in the master six; 3—Crankshaft of the master six; 4—Light siz polarity and starting switch on the light siz; 6—A Chalmers connecting rod camshaft ; An additional oil strainer has _ been added to the lubrication system. It is mounted on the side of the crankcase and is so arranged that all the oil that is re- circulated passes through it. The oil goes through a screen cone and all the foreign matter is removed from it. If the cone should become so badly clogged that the oil cannot pass through it there is an ar- rangement by means of which the oil can flow around the top of the filtering me- dium and pass on through the system with- out danger of being interrupted. It is recommended of course that any such oc- currence be avoided by the occasional in- spection of the screen. Additions to Equipment Outside of detail features such as a new series-parallel dimming switch, the fitting of a volt-ammeter on the dash and the im- proved battery, the electrical equipment of the cars for the 1915 season is the same as that on the 1914 models. The Chalmers- Entz system is used for starting and light- ing on both the master six and the light six. For ignition there is a Bosch mag- August 6, 1914 neto on the larger car and on the smaller the ignition is a battery system with the Atwater Kent distributor. The Chalmers-Entz motor-generator which met with a great amount of favor last year is continued without change for this season. The motor-generator still is placed in its novel position beneath the right front seat and is driven by a short propeller shaft which extends to the fly- wheel. It is carried on a bearing at the forward end and on the front extremity of the shaft there is a small sprocket wheel which is connected by a silent chain to a sprocket on the flywheel. The reduction between the sprockets of the motor-gen- erator is 2.6 to 1. When acting as a motor the motor-gen- erator is capable of spinning the engine at 100 revolutions per minute under average conditions. When acting as a generator it starts charging the storage battery at a ear speed of 8 miles an hour. The genera- tor attains its charging rate at 18 miles an hour. At that time the rate of charge is 15 am- peres. The voltage at which the entire system operates is 18. The electrical equipment is large- ly made in _ the Chalmers factory. The motvur-genera- tor is a product of the Chalmers shops. It is suspended in a very substaintial manner by means of a pressed steel bracket hung from the frame side mem- ber. The battery is supported in a simi- lar manner on the opposite side of the car under the front seat. Operation of New Carbureter The new Rayfield carbureter used on the Chalmers models is a two-jet design having three air openings, one of which is fixed and the other two governed by the requirements of the motor. The primary jet supplies all the gasoline while the mo- tor is idling. As soon as it picks up suffi- cient speed to open the auxiliary air valve, a metering pin which is inter-con- nected with this air valve comes into op- eration and the secondary jet is opened. The air valve operates in a dashpot cham- ber formed by a piston in the bottom of the ecarbureter which works through the gasoline as shown in the sectional view of the carbureter. There are only two ad- justments on the carbureter. One is for 5—Combination light high speed and the other for low speed. Although the clutch disks have been Front aale of the models 29 and 26B in which the speedometer drive, known as the Empico.,. is taken through the spindle

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changed and now alternate bronze and steel, the design of the clutch has not been changed in any other particular. The clutch is operated in oil and has cork in- serts. On the master six the clutch and gear- box housing is bolted to the rear end of the crankcase as a unit. The gearbox provides four forward speeds. Both the clutch and gearbox can be reached by means. of hand holes which are fitted by cover plates, in the housings of the clutch and gearbox. On the light six the multi- ple disk clutch is used also. The gearbox provides three speeds forward in the smaller model. The gears on the gearbox are of 3.5 per cent nickel steel, hardened and heat treated. They are required to stand a lim- it test of .0005 inch after they have been through the finish grinding process. Hy- att roller bearings are used in the gearbox and the gear-shifting lever is mounted in the center of the car with the shifting mechanism fully housed and protected from dust and moisture by a tight casing. The rear axles are floating with a single- piece pressed-steel housing. Heat-treated nickel steel is used for the axle shafts and for the driving pinion and large differen- tial bevel gear, 3.5 per cent nickel steel also is employed. The bearings in the rear axles are Timken rollers. The spring suuspension remains as it MOTOR AGE was. The rear springs are three-quarter elliptics. The improved method of sus- pension adopted on the larger six when it was first introduced has been continued. Instead of the usual spring hanger the springs are bolted directly to the rear of the frame members. The rear springs are underslung and the design has_ been worked out to permit of the spring action without bumping. Vanadium steel is used in the main leaves of the springs. The equipment of the cars has been given careful consideration. The speedo- meter drive is now the Empico inclosed type, the top is easily handled and makes a tight fit against the vertical windshield. The latter also is changed in design and on the limousine body there is a double glass that provides an extra shield for rain vision. With this shield the designers claim that the heaviest snow Will not in- terfere with vision. The master six has 132 inches wheelbase while the light six has 126 inches. The wheels on the larger car carry 36 by 4.5 inch tires, while on the lighter car they carry 34 to 4-inch tires. Wide doors, with concealed hinges, are a feature of the line of bodies on both. The inclosed ears are particularly luxurious with attention to the smallest of details such as cigar lighters, ete. The coupelet, which is a rapidly convertible type, is continued. Tires are carried on the rear of the car in 35 the touring designs and under the rear deck in the roadster. The service brake is 14 inches in diam- eter and the emergency brake is 10 inches. The wheels are artillery type and carry the brake drums. They have twelve 1.5 inch spokes and carry 32 by 3.5 inch tires. U. S. L. ISSUES STATEMENT Buffalo, N. Y., Aug. 3—Receivers for the United States Lighting and Heating Co. have named A. H. Ackerman, vice- president and general manager, prior to the receivership, general manager to op- erate the business. The entire staff of salesmen, engineers, ete., has been re- tained also. Since the appointment, Mr. Ackerman has issued this statement: ‘‘The action recently sustained in the appointment of the receivers for the prop- erty of the company was a necessary step to conserve the assets for the benefit of all. With assets of $3 for every dollar of debt, the company is amply stable, and the court’s direction to continue the busi- ness is the last proof necessary to reas- sure the buying public. There are already under way plans for broad financing, and with the return of general prosperity in the country, the USL, more aggressive than ever before, intends to secure its own full share of the business and to con- tinue the manufacture and sale of its special electrical products.’’ Clean Body iene on 1915 Jeffery Chesterfield Six HE three illustrations shown herewith are views of the new Jeffery Chester- field six, the latest product of the Keno- sha, Wis. concern. A description of this car appeared in the July 23 issue of Motor Age. This new six has cantilever rear springs, a worm drive rear axle, Bijur cranking and lighting system and a block, 3 by 5-inch high-speed, six-cylinder en- gine. Other features besides those men- tioned are: Daimler leather universal, double filament headlight bulbs and com- plete equipment. With these features the new Jeffery sells for $1,650, and carries many of the structural refinements of the larger Jeffery six. ae fe Wa, eee vial del +k ° The upper illustration shows the clean-looking streamline body mounted on the Jeffery Ches- terfield. The lower view illustrates the exceptionally roomy body

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36 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Detailed Refinements Mark the Saxon in its 19!5 Form Larger Body of Streamline Type One of the Features TANDING pat on the matter of price, which remains at $395, the Saxon comes out for 1915 with many detailed re- finements in finish and mechanical con- struction. This young concern, which was organized only last year as the Saxon Motor Co., of Detroit, is made up of a number of men connected with Chalmers, and is just finishing a most successful year. In bringing the Saxon car up to date its external appearance has been altered to a large extent by the fitting of a larger body of streamline form, complete running boards and superior upholstery. In fact, throughout the car, better material will be found than in the previous model. There is now a three-hinged bonnet in place of the one-piece design, rendering it easier to open and making a more rigid job on account of the rod which fits across the top of the bonnet from the radiator to the cowl. The gasoline tank filler cap now is on the cowl, making it unnecessary to remove the bonnet to fill the tank. The starting handle is now polished steel and the bonnet locks have concealed hinges. In outfitting the body a rubber floor mat now is supplied and the upholstery is the best grade of imitation leather. The cush- ions are softer, the seat backs deeper and the springs in the cushions are a tied type, making for better comfort. Entire Body Work Better Throughout the entire body work better finishing has been accomplished. The door locks have been improved and now are a fully concealed design. There is a trim strip on the top of the door and a strap on the right side which prevents it from striking the generator and scratching the door. The enamel on the radiator is now baked on, which makes a more durable job. The car has an entirely new color scheme, having a dark blue body with black running gear. The head- lights are in front in place of on one side and the leg room in front of the seat has been increased to 18 inches at the bottom and 30 inches at the top of the toe board. In the detailed mechanical changes the gasoline nozzle on the carbureter is improved, and there is a dash throttle which proves a great conven- ience as far as éase of starting and guarding against stalling is concerned. The brake straps now are provided with two - supporting strings which pre- vent the straps from rattling against the step brace rod. The battery is carried in a well, which holds the cells THE SAXON LIGHT CAR AS IT APPEARS FOR 1915 FEATURES OF THE 1915 SAXON Larger streamline body Three-hinged hood Gasoline filler cap on cowl Rubber floor mat supplied New body colors Rear axle oil leakage prevented Rear axle gearset retained Price unchanged at $395 vertically in place of horizontally, as in the previous design. The battery cells are held more rigidly in this manner, which prevents the connection from coming off and also increases the life of the cells. In the new model car the rear axle has been improved in three details. Two felt washers are inserted in the ends of the rear axle, which prevent the lubricant from leaking out and covering the breaking LEFT SIDE OF MOTOR USED IN NEW SAXON surface. There is an oil filler in the dif- ferential, which carries the oil directly to the bearings and insures that they are at all times properly lubricated. There also is a through pin for locking the differen- tial pinion carrier, in place of a set screw. Vibration cannot loosen this pin and cause it to fall out. Feature of Rear Axle Lubrication Another feature of the lubrication of the differential and gearbox, which are bolted together in one housing, is the use of an automatic grease level which pre- vents the grease from collecting in one chamber, thus starving the other of oil. The steering gear has been improved by the use of better material. The gear-pin- ion shaft now is hardened to make a more lasting jub; there is a larger hardened key in the steering gear segment and special carbon steel has been substituted in all of the steering connections in place of the softer material heretofore used. In fact, throughout the entire car there will be found a considerable improvement in the quality of material. In the clutch yoke there formerly was a mal- leable casting, while now it is a forging with hardened points. On the starting crank there is a collar in place of a pin, instead of washers under the motor, steel shims are now used. The blades on the fan now are reinforced and there is a jamb nut on the fan sup- port locking screw which pre- vents the fan from working loose. The screw on the timer for locking it in place has a hexagonal head in place of the fillister head previously employed. There are rein- forcements at the rear end of the engine pan to prevent sag- ging or cracking. The handles on the gearshift and brake

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le ed ler Ow an ere ip- ing ner Aa of sly sin- of jag- lles ake August 6, 1914 levers are another innovation which im- prove the appearance and make it more comfortable to operate. The power plant of the Saxon car is a four-cylinder motor of L-head design, with the cylinders cast in a single block and carrying the crankcase integral. The bore is 2.625 and the stroke 4 inches. The valves have steel stems and cast iron heads and the crankshaft is a drop forg- ing carried on two bronze bearings lined with babbit. The camshaft also is a drop forging, having a diameter of 1 inch and carrying the cams integrally. It is op- erated by helical timing gears from the front end of the motor. The motor is oiled by» a vacuum-feed system which provides a constant level in MOTOR AGE The rear axle is semi-floating and has a pressed steel housing. The outer end of the driveshaft is carried on Hyatt roller bearings and the differential is a two- pinion type with plain bearings. The front axle is a single-piece drop-forging, I-beam section, heat-treated, carrying ball bearings in the hub. The brakes are 8 inches in diameter, lined with Thermoid for service purposes and the emergency set is steel on steel, 711/16 inches in diameter. Both brakes are carried on the rear wheels and both have a 1.25-inch face width. The springs are cantilever design, both front and rear, with the main leaves vanadium steel. Both are 1.5 inches in width, the front 22 inches long and the rear 23 inches long. The wheelbase is 96 BIRD'S EYE VIEW OF NEW SAXON CHASSIS the crankcase by always keeping the dil at the same height as the feed stand pipe. In order to eliminate any chance for air leaks in the oil tank, there is a new oil tank filling plug which contains a leather washer recessed into it, which acts as an effective packing, making the tank air- tight and preventing a too rapid flow of the oil. Features of the Motor Ignition is accomplished by a six-dry cell battery system, using the Atwater Kent distributor. Cooling is by thermo-syphon, the radiator being tubular and aided by a belt-driven fan. The carbureter is the latest Mayer, having adjustments for air and gas on the dash. The fuel feed is by gravity from a 6-gallon tank located under the cowl and having its filler cap project- ing through the cowl. The gearset is carried on the rear axle and provides two selective speeds and re- verse. It is mounted on Hyatt roller bearings in the case of the main drive- shaft and in the other bearings hardened steel on cast iron is used. One universal joint is used on the driveshaft and the torque tube is carried concentric. The torque tube terminates in a forked yoke at the forward end. The steering gear is a bevel gear design with a sector and pin- ‘on. The steering post is a steel tube 1.25 inches in diameter and the wheel has a liameter of 16 inches. inches, the tread standard 56 inches. The wheels are wire and earry 28 by 3-inch clincher tires. The equipment includes a top, windshield, two gas headlights, oil taillight, generator and horn. MONEY FOR LOUISIANA ROADS New Orleans, La., Aug. 1—New Orleans motorists succeeded in forcing through the Louisiana legislature just adjourned two pieces of important legislation which will result in much benefit to operators and owners of motor cars in this section. One of these measures, a license law, practical- ly was the last measure to be enacted. This provides for a graduated state license based on the horsepower of the car, the money thus obtained to be put to a good roads fund in the parishes where collected. The bill was drawn by Attorney Walter Gleason and Commissioner Lafaye, of New Orleans, at the instance of the various mo- tor clubs. New Orleans will use the money derived from the tax on a road to the Mississippi coast and for bridges over Chef Menteur and the Rigolets. This road will pass directly in front of the new club house grounds recently acquired by the Motor League of Louisiana at Chef Menteur. These grounds include the Fort Macombe of civil war fame, and the league has gone to considerable expense in putting them in condition. It was necessary to put in 37 a concrete revetment at the Chef to pre- vent caving. The work of leveling the tract started last week. St. Tammany parish, through which the Mississippi coast highway will pass, will use the proceeds from the motor tax in the construction of a bridge across Pear] river to allow the entry into Mississippi. The Mississippi legislature already has taken the necessary legislative steps to authorize its counties, Hancock, Harrison and Pearl river, to make expenditures nec- essary for the construction of the highway. The road will terminate at Mobile and will have a total length of a fraction less than 150 miles. The second move favorable to motorists to be taken by the Louisiana lawmakers was the adoption of a resolution petition- ing congress to pass bills authorizing the building of bridges at Chef Manteur, the Rigolets and across Pearl river. These bills already have been presented in con- gress and now await passage. OHIO FIGHTING DUST Columbus, O., Aug. 3—So serious has the dust problem on public highways be- come since the advent of the motor ears, it is calling for immediate attention by the Ohio state highway department, and Com- missioner Marker has detailed a deputy to work out a solution. A. H. Hinkle, engineer in charge of the department of maintenance and repair, has labored hard and long on the proposition, and a bulletin giving results of his experiments, together with recommendations, will be issued with- in two weeks. It will be distributed free. As the keeping of highways, streets and village roads clear of dust is a detail for local officials to look after, the state de- partment can only advise and recommend. The bulletin in preparation by Mr. Hinkle tells how various types of roads may be kept clear of dust with different treat- ments and at the smallest cost. Dozens of inquiries come to the department every week as to how to treat various types of roads. Instead of answering each inquiry specifically, it is planned to send a copy of the bulletin. SWEDISH MOTOR DUTIES Christiania, July 17—Motor cars shipped to Norway, completely set up or assembled, are subject to an import duty of 12 per cent ad valorem; if shipped separately, bodies are subject to a duty of 15 per cent, motor to a duty of 10 per cent ad valorem; wheels pay 61 cents per 100 pounds; other parts, such as steel, are dutiable at $1.82 per 100 pounds; brass or copper, $6.08 per 100 pounds; nickel parts, $12.15 per 100 pounds; varnished or tinned iron, $3.64 per 100 pounds. Accessories are assessed according to the material of which they are made at the above rate for parts; speedometers are subject to a duty of 10 per cent ad valorem.

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38 MOTOR AGE August 6, 1914 Wheelbase of 1915 Detroiter Increased to 112 Inches This Lengthens Car 8 Inches—Entirely New Body Adopted HE Detroiter car will be continued for 1915 fundamentally the same as for 1914. The motor and all the important dimensions of the chassis except the wheelbase remain the same but the gen- eral appearance of the car is greatly al- tered. There is an entirely new body and a number of ehassis refinements. The price continues to be $1,050. The story of the more important changes in the car is told by the fact that the wheelbase has been increased from 104 inches to 112 and the weight still remains the same at less than 2,300 pounds. This has been accomplished by an entirely new design of body, the use of drop forgings in place of castings for the levers, ete., and a light one-man top. On the motor the carbureter has been raised 4 inches. This is made possible by placing the gasoline tank under the cowl. The motor support has been changed and while it remains a three-point suspension it now has a full cross member to take the rear supports, and a new type of front support which permits the motor to be lifted out directly instead of having to be moved back 2 inches before being re- moved. The starting motor now bolts di- rectly against the front of the motor, whereas last year it was held a separate shelf. This year the starting and lighting outfit has been changed and while operat- ing at the same voltage and with practi- cally the same connections it is a West- inghouse. New Rounded Radiator The appearance of the front of the car has been improved by a round radiator which moulds continuously into the body lines. A shield has been added to the bot- tom of the radiator. The rear appearance of the chassis is changed by removing the bracket for the rear platform spring perch and in its place the spring is supported directly by the rear frame cross member. The springs have all had an extra leaf added to them. The front now have seven ° leaves, the rear side seven, and the rear platform eight. The side members of the frame no longer carry the step hangers but instead they are supported directly by the body. In the carrying of the control members, battery and instruments there also have been some changes. The brake and clutch pedals are now adjustable for any leg length. The steering gear now is a Gem- mer ball-bearing design and is fully ad- justable for wear. In the 1915 car the Detroiter will be fitted with a muffler eut- out and accelerator pedals. The instru- ments, including the bank of electric switches, gasoline gauge, voltmeter, speed- ometer, instrument light and oil level warning light are all on an aluminum plate fitted to the cowl board. The oil —s EXHAUST SIDE OF DETROITER MOTOR FEATURES OF THE 1915 DETROITER Carbureter raised 4 inches Cowl gasoline tank Westinghouse cranking system New rounded radiator Extra leaf in springs level warning light is an innovation this year. When the level in the crankcase reservoir drops to a dangerous degree, a metal float makes an electric contact and the red light on the dash light up telling the driver that it is necessary to replen- ish his supply. Changes in Body Work It is in the body work that the most marked change is made. The car has a very distinctive streamline boat-like form this year. The body is 1.5 inches lower than before and follows the line of the car starting from the new rounded-radiator to the rounded off stern. The running boards are kept free, the battery box having been removed and underslung from the frame. In the finishing of the body there now are twenty step processes as compared with sixteen last year. The doors have been widened to 24 inches, last year they were 16.5. The rear seats are now 45 inches wide in the clear whereas last year they were 41 inches. The body is much THE 1915 DETROITER, WHICH HAS A NEW TYPE OF BODY more roomy all around with a greater amount of leg space in the front compart- ment than previously. A liberal use of aluminum in covering the toe and floor boards and along the running boards as binding material on the linoleum, adds greatly to the appearance and cleanliness of the car. The windshield is a new at- tractive rain-vision design and fits well with the new one-man American top. The fenders are crowned and sweep with a long curve into the running boards. The four 3.5 by 5-inch cylinders are cast in block. It is an L-head design sus- pended from the frame at three points. The clutch and gearset housings are integ- ral with the crankease. The pistons are 4.75 inches in length and are fitted with three eccentric compression rings all fitted above the piston pin. The connecting rods are I-beams with 1.875 inches square crankpin bearings. Motor Shafting Materials The crankshaft is a drop-forging from high carbon steel and is carried on two annular ball bearings. The camshaft also is a drop forging with the cam integral. These are ground to a limit of .001 inch. The bearings for the shaft are .937 inch in diameter. The end bearings are 2.5 inches long and the center 1.25 inches. The valves have cast-iron heads welded to carbon-steel stems, Dust-proof cover plates are fitted over the valve mechanism. The curved radiator of this season gives about 2 per cent more cooling space than that used for 1914. The cooling is ac- complished by thermo-syphon through large waterjackets, the water intake and outlet pipes having a diameter of 2 inches. Lubrication is accomplished by splash. Power is transmitted through a twenty- three-disk clutch. There are twelve inter- nal and eleven external crucible steel disks which furnish the frictional surface under the pressure of three helical clutch springs. Three forward speeds are pro- vided by the gearbox. The gears used are of high carbon steel and have face widths of .75 inch.

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st iS- iS. re th ed re tch ro- are ths August 6, 1914 The differential and the drive gear as- sembly form a complete unit and may be removed from the rear axle without dis- arranging any other parts. A difference in the 1915 model is that the drive pinion is adjustable as well as the large bevel gear of the differential. This affords a means of adjusting the rear end much bet- ter than if one gear only could be shifted and also increases the range of adjust- ment. In the 1914 car only the large bevel gear was adjustable. The dif- ferential assembly is carried on two double-row annular ball bearings. The drive ratio at the rear axle is 4 to 1. For 1915 there will be an option offered in this particular. Dealers in hilly terri- tory will be furnished with cars having a gear ration of 4.33 to 1 if they desire. The axle construction is floating. ENOSHA, Wis., July 29—More than thirty representatives of trade pa- pers gathered at the plant of the Thomas B. Jeffery Co. here today to witness a demonstration of the Jeffery quad, a four- wheel drive, steer and brake truck. The Jeffery quad which at present is in use by the United States government in varied service, was made to perform feats here- tofore thought impossible of a commercial vehicle. The truck loaded to its capacity—3,000 pounds—was made to mount an obstruction 16 inches high, to pull through a ditch, and to haul its load through a field filled with rutsand holes, It showed its ability to handle a loaded trailer, taking it into and out of a ditch, and it showed its good braking pow- er by stopping in about 8 feet after travel- ing % mile with the throttle wide open. Its short turning radius and ease of hand- ling also were demonstrated. The first demonstration witnessed was that of running the truck flush against some wooden planks piled 16 inches high and about 3 feet wide, then mounting the planks, running over them and reversing to the original position. All this was ac- complished with a load of approximately 3,000 pounds. Besides proving the truck’s ability to mount a 16-inch obstruction, it demonstrated that either set of brakes could stop the vehicle in almost any posi- tion. Driven Though a Field After the obstacle-mounting demonstra- tion the truck was driven to a field which was full of deep holes and bad ruts; reached after crossing a ditch about 4 feet deep. The truck went through the ditch easily and then through the field, turning around, reversing and doing innumerable stunts suggested by the spectators. After the list of suggestions had been exhausted the quad was driven into the ditch with the frame of the car touching the opposite MOTOR AGE 39 REAR END VIEW OF DETROITER SHOWING PLATFORM SUSPENSION Jeffery Quad Truck Put Through Its Paces at Kenosha Interesting Demonstration of Commercial Car Efficiency side. It pulled out by pushing aside some of the dirt. This ended the performance of the truck containing the trade paper men, but another vehicle of similar construction and carrying a load of 3,000 pounds in the form of steel ingots, showed what could be done with a trailer similarly loaded. The trail- er was taken in and out of the ditch, through the field and in short followed the wheels of the tractor through the same torn-up land. A braking test next was staged. The car came around the testing track, which is used by the company for testing its chas- sis, at approximately 15 miles per hour and the brakes were set suddenly. The car stopped within 8 feet. The Jeffery quad then was backed against a wall of one of the buildings. The motor was started and the gears thrown into mesh, but the wheels could do no more than spin around. One of the members of the company remarked rather joyfully that it would be poor policy to push the wall over just for a demonstra- tion. The Truck’s Construction The Jeffery quad which made this re- markable showing is of the four-wheel- drive type with all wheels braking, steer- ing and driving alike. A small high-speed motor 3% by 5% inches, the same engine used in the four-cylinder Jeffery passenger ear, furnishes the motive power. This mo- tor is mounted under a hood in front of the driver but centered in the floor boards, An exceptionally large radiator is used which makes the motor bonnet invisible from the front. This engine drives by shaft to a large gearbox from which two shafts ex- tend, one operating the front drive axle and the other the rear. The drive axle are parallel to dead axles. The drive is by internal spur gearing and all four wheels are exactly alike. The front and rear axles, differentials, ete., also are similar making the truck ideal when parts, replacements and the carrying of extra parts are consid- ered. KOPPIN LIGHT CAR APPEARS Detroit, Mich., August 3—The Koppin light car has made its appearance in De- troit. It is built by the Koppin Motor Co., Fenton, Mich., of which H. 8S. Kop- pin is the president. The Koppin com- pany occupies the plant of the old Fenton Cyclecar Co., which has been reorganized after the death of several. of its stock- holders. For the present there will be only one model Koppin chassis, with one standard body. The motor is a two-cylinder De Luxe of the V-type, 5% inches bore and 35g inches stroke, developing about 13 horsepower. The crankshaft, connecting rod and camshaft are made of drop forg- ings, the crankshaft and the rod being mounted on ball and roller bearings. The motor has overhead intake valves, both valves being inclosed. Transmission is of the friction type, mounted on large ball bearings. It has a 12-inch disk and friction wheel and 1¥%- inch nickel-steel jackshaft. Peerless V-belts are used for drive from transmis- sion to rear wheels, running over large pulleys. Wire wheels are fitted with 28 by 3-inch Empire non-skid tires. The wheelbase is 96 inches, with 36-inch tread. The wood frame is reinforced with gusset plates and through tie rods at every cross member. The body is of the streamline design, wide doors and plenty of room for two people to sit side by side. The fenders are of good size and there is an underpan beneath the motor. The standard equipment of the Koppin, which sells at $385, consists of top, side curtains and top envelope, windshield, electric side and tail lights with 6—60 storage battery, dash switch, horn, ete.

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WHEN WILL A CAR STOP QUICKER? When Brakes Lock the Wheels or When Wheels Are Not Fully Locked HELENA, Mont.—Editor Motor Age—Which of the following methods will stop a motor car in the shorter distance, applying brakes to lock the wheels, or, applying greatest possible brake strain without locking wheels. 2—Will a heavy car stop in as short a dis- tance as a light car, the speed and brake power being equal?—J. H. Owen. 1—Motor Age has no record to show that experiments have been conducted to prove that a car will stop in a shorter dis- tance with the wheels unlocked, but just about to, than with them fully locked and sliding. However, it is generally supposed that a motor car will stop in a shorter distance if the wheels are not fully locked, but almost so and revolving. When the brakes are applied so the wheels lock, the only friction tending to bring the car to rest is that of the tires on the ground, but when the brakes are applied so as to near- ly lock the wheels, there is rolling fric- tion of the wheels, gearset and rear axle friction and brake friction. Hence with the greater friction the car will stop in a shorter distance. If you will watch street car motormen whose cars are equipped with air brakes, or locomotive engineers at work, you will find that when the conveyance is to be stopped the brake control is alter- nately applied and released, ‘thus setting and releasing the brakes, which prevents the wheels from sliding. This not only tends to keep the vehicle from moving off the track but stops it in a shorter dis- tance than if the wheels had to slide on the tracks. 2—Of two cars exactly the same in every respect, except as to the load car- ried, the one with the lighter load will stop in the shorter distance. This may be at- tributed to the fact that the inertia of the heavier vehicle is greater than that of the lighter. If you were pushing a baby buggy at 10 miles per hour you could very easily stop it within a few rods, but if you were pushing a 300-pound cart you would find it would require a greater dis- tance in which to stop. THE EMPICO SPEEDOMETER DRIVE Construction of Inclosed Means of Oper- ating Flexible Shaft Lexington, Ore.—Editor Motor Age—What is the Empico speedometer drive? 2—What is the gear ratio of the Buick B 37? What are the options? 38—What is the Chandler six gear ratio?— A. W. Campbell. 1—The Empico drive takes two forms and simply is an inclosed means of trans- mitting the rotative motion of one of the front wheels to the speedometer flexible shaft. This is done by running a small shaft through the center of one of the front wheel spindles, as shown in Fig. 2, which connects with the hub of the wheel inside of the hub cap. At its inner end, eaders MOTOR AGE Fig. 1—A good flooring for garages can be made of hollow tile and concrete. The tile is placed in rows as shown herewith and about 5 inches left between each row. Into ‘this space concrete is poured. A rein- forcement of plain round rod is con- sidered good this small shaft connects with another through either bevel or worm gearing. The latter shaft has provision at its outer end for the coupling on of the flexible speedometer shaft. In the illustration the drive’s applica- tion through the use of small bevel gears is shown; another form is a worm gear in- stallation. In each case the gears are housed in and protected against mud, dust and other foreign matter with which the wheel comes in contact. The inclosed fea- ture makes positive lubrication possible at all times. Naturally, this drive construction makes a very much simpler appearance at the front, doing away as it does with exposed gear wheels, swivel joints, bolts and clamps. Some of the advantages other than this, which the maker, the Motors Patent Co., Detroit, sets down for the drive, are that the inclosed gears cannot get out of mesh, with the result that there always is an accurate mileage record for the trip and season; that the protected gears, constantly lubricated, will not wear out in the lifetime of the car and that the drive is noiseless. 2—The gear ratio is 4 to 1 and no op- tions are given. 3—The Chandler gear ratio is 4 to 1 and no options are allowed. Hollow Tile for Garage Floors Elgin, Ill.—Editor Motor Age—J am contem- —, building a garage and would like to know Motor Age’s opinion as to the best fire- “2 material to be used in its construction.— . Ryan. Although concrete is considered better than other materials for this purpose, con- sultation with a prominent builder brings out that cheap and efficient flooring can be made with a combination of hollow tile and concrete. The tile is placed in rows as shown in Fig. 1, and about 5 inches left August 6, 1914 LAIN ROUND ROD REINFORCEMENT between each row. Into this space con- crete is poured and a reinforcement of plain round rod used. The main advan- tages of this construction are that it is light in weight and cheaper than concrete alone. It has proved satisfactory in prac- tice. It is claimed further that the air spaces in the tile act as an insulator against heat, cold and noise. UNDERSLUNG FRAME FEATURES Lowers Center of Gravity and Affords Straight Line Drive Belvidere, Ill.—Editor Motor Age—What are the advantages and disadvantages of an under- slung car? 2—Can Motor Age tell why there are not more concerns making underslung cars? 38—What is the address of the concern making the Mason car, as described in Motor Age, July 10, 1913?—F. T. Sergent. 1—The most important feature of a car with an underslung frame is that the cen- ter of gravity is lowered which increases its stability. Turns may be taken at greater speed than cars whose center of gravity is higher, which makes the under- slung car a safe one in this respect. It is claimed that this construction reduces side sway considerably, and forms an easier Questions Answered and Communica- tions Received. Di Te OOOB cbs O iS Helena, Mont. Bis Vs. SAMISEN 6:5 wee Ha Lexington, Ore. Ss MEN a 0 a.ncaieie 6 484506, 6 Scales Elgin, Il. ee a ere Belvidere, Ill. Pe Me Aer Carmi, Ill. Frank Valentine......... Martinez, Cal. V. H. MeDougal..... North Robinson, O. G, KB. CRORTRAM o66ic sees Celeste, Tex. OR le. a ee Kirksville, Mo. CG. Di PORMON 6 OU os oes Kendall, N. Y. UA TS ee Santiago, Cuba Cnerres (; HUN 6.6. cece Exeter, Neb. eg ee ree Madison, Wis. eS ae er Catawba, O. Mc) WEEE. s 50d aye ben's) halls Ce, ee C. Barclay Ward..... Huntington, N. Y. ey CEREEEURE oc ost cs oon Lexington, Ore. : RD AS | oe Bloomingburg, O. PUNTA! “NEVOR . c5ord dics led eele Ponce, B. C. No communication not signed with the reader’s full name and address will be answered.

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August 6, 1914 riding car than one with an overhung frame. When an underslung frame is used a raised auxiliary frame is used for sup- porting the motor, and in nearly all cases the construction tends toward.a straight line drive. Cars with underslung frames require large wheels and hence large tires. The makers of overhung cars have suc- ceeded in lowering the center of gravity sufficiently to make the vehicles as safe as the underslung type. In fact, nearly all the advantages of the underslung type are now to be found in the overhung and the cost is not so great. 2—No. 3—It is made by the Mason Motor Co., Waterloo, Iowa. WILL CONVERT HIS CAR TO RACER Ignition Timing and Valve Timing Changes —Alter Gear Ratio Carmi, Ill.—Editor Motor Age—How can the r. p. m. be taken from the motor of a Haynes car, which is to be converted into a racer? 2—How should the magneto be timed in re- gard to the pistons for highest speed? 38—Would a 2 to 1 gear ratio be too high for country road work with this motor, the dimen- sions of which are 4% by 5% inches? The motor seems to have plenty of power with a 3% to 1 ratio and 37-inch wheels with its touring body. 4—Could castor oil be used with good results? 5—The valve timing at present is as follows: Intake opens 5 degrees past top center, and closes 32 degrees past bottom center. Exhaust opens 47 degrees before bottom center and closes 2 degrees past top center. Would chang- ing the exhaust valves so they would open and close later speed up ‘the motor any? If so, how many teeth on the timing gears should the camshaft be moved?—J. M. Pomeroy. 1—The r.p.m. of a motor may be ob- tained by the use of a tachometer which is an instrument for ascertaining the ve- locity of a revolving shaft. Tachometers may be bought of the following concerns the names of which were obtained from the Automobile Trade Directory: Grant Mfg. Co., Bridgeport, Conn.; Brown In- strument Co., Philadelphia, Pa.; L. S. Starrett Co., Athol, Mass.; Veeder Mfg. Co., Hartford, Conn. 2—For high-speed work you should give the spark a good advance. Two inches be- fore dead center would not be too much. You will have to try various magneto set- tings to get the best results for the motor Ze MOTOR AGE design and the type of magneto will enter into the matter. With the advance spark occurring very early you could not throttle low and the motor would act like a racing motor, misfiring perhaps if the throttle is closed too much. 3—With a 2 to 1 gear ratio you would have still greater trouble in operating the ear slowly. Motor Age advises that for ordinary country work you retain the old gears and set the magneto just a little ahead but not enough to cause poor throt- tling. 4—Castor oil should not be used unless for continued speed work. 5—If the motor is of the L-head type with a single camshaft there would be lit- tle gained by resetting the camshaft for the both sets of valves are retimed. If it is a T-head you might get better results by turning the exhaust camshaft 1 tooth back. The best way to get more power is to get larger valves, especially for the intake, and obtain a set of racing cams which would give the valves a quick opening and clos- ing. FAILS TO REMOVE CARBON DEPOSIT Tries Method Suggested by Experimentor of Placing Water in Hot Motor Martinez, Cal.—Editor Motor Age—In an August, 1913, number of Motor Age there ap- peared an article on decarbonization, by W. O. Dixon, of the Standard Oil Co. I have tried this recently, putting through at least a quart and a half of water followed immediately by two cups of coal oil. This I fed through the Prest-O primer tube which is tapped into the intake pipe. I could not see what had taken place in the cylinders, but the carbon over and around the valves seemed just the same as when I started, excepting that it was very soft. It was still adhering tenaciously. I am disap- pointed and am writing for further information regarding decarbonizing if you have same. Is there any really good decarbonizer on the mar- ket that you know of, which could be worked through the engine from time to time, keeping it clean? I have never let my car go more than 500 miles without a coal oil bath, as they call it, but really I can see that it does little if any good.—F rank Valentine. Mr. Dixon’s article, which appeared in the August 14, 1913, issue of Motor Age, made mention of the fact that this process would show results only if the motor is sufficiently hot and that otherwise no good would be done. The experiments by Mr. (“yf fMMLLE ZZ Y La. Wt \\\\ ALL y Yi; YY, Li i Fig. 2—Empico speedometer drive, which operates the speedometer without external gearing. The aale spindle serves as the means of housing a small shaft, which operates the speedometer shaft by means of bevel gearing 4! Dixon were successful perhaps because ev- erything was carefully done. You do not state whether the motor was hot when you did the work. The most up-to-date method of removing carbon is by the use of oxygen. Many special devices are on the market for using oxygen as a carbon remover and if the work is properly handled good results are obtained. A great many garages use the oxygen method instead of scraping by hand. In general it consists in introducing oxygen into the cylinder and then dropping a lighted match near the nozzle supplying the gas. The carbon begins to burn. Ap- paratus for doing this work may be ob- tained of the following concerns which are given in the Automobile Trade Directory: Cox Brass Mfg. Co., Albany, N. Y.; Vulean Brazing & Machine Co., Philadelphia, Pa.; Vultite Chemical Co., Boston, Mass.; Ox- weld Acetylene Co., Chicago; Prest-O-Lite Co., Indianapolis, Ind., and the Dyer Ap- paratus Co., Boston, Mass. The oxygen method although successful in nearly every instance, sometimes re- quires a long time, this being true in cases where the carbon deposit is very heavy and the motor design such that too much air flows around the oxygen nozzle during the operation. A Motor Age representative has seen an oxygen decarbonizer do both successful and unsuccessful work. Aside from this method there is the positive hand-seraping which a great number of garages still adhere to, owing to the fact it never fails. Of course, in this case, the motor must be partially disassembled and more time is required than with the oxy- gen method. Picks Flaw in a Claim North Robinson, O.—Editor Motor Age —I wish to call attention to the Readers’ Clearing House, page 28, in March 19 issue, where R. L. Martin asked for an explana- tion of the Cameron gearset. The answer states that it gives direct drive on all speeds, here is where I wish to differ with Motor Age and also with the Cameron company, as it advertises that it gives this. I am at a loss to see where the direct drive is, when it takes the power through the countershaft for all the different speeds, It is indirect drive for all speeds, the same as the common sliding gear so much used today, for other than their direct drive, as I understand when the power is taken through the countershaft this makes it indirect.—V. H. McDougal. To Change Metz Springing Celeste, Tex.—Editor Motor Age—I am over- hauling a two-cylinder Metz air-cooled motor. Kindly suggest some improvements in springs. The springs are elliptic, bolting direct to the frame through holes on under edge, 114 by 26, three leaves front and four leaves rear, open 6 incbes. Would cantilever springs at the rear do biped with the radius rod? If I can use semi-elliptic springs, in front, will need a short horn to rivet to the front end of the frame and a link for other end of spring. This car has a 56-inch tread, 81-inch wheelbase, frame is 94 inches long, center of front springs, 3 inches from end, rear 10 inches from end; friction drive to cross shaft, side chains to rear wheels. ‘The frame is of pressed steel 144 by 3 inches,

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42 tapering to 1% by 2% inches at end. The car weighs about 800 pounds.—G. K. Cheatham. With the Metz construction the radius rods are an advantage and should not be removed. springs would be a comparatively expen- sive job and would necessitate numerous operations. For the weight and construc- tion of the car you could do little to im- prove the springing, except by installing a set of good shock absorbers. WANTS TO CHANGE FORD RATIO Present One Is 311/16 to 1—Not Advised Except for Speed Work Kirksville, Mo.—Editor Motor Age—I have a 1912 Ford roadster which I have driven 8,000 miles and is in excellent condition. I lowered the body 5% inches and I have been thinking of changing the gear ratio, not because I care so much for the extra speed as I do to have the engine run slower at a given speed. Would a ratio of 3.25 to 1 be apt to affect the power very much on the hills? 2—What is the present gear ratio? I have been told by some that it is 4 to 1 and by others that it is 434 to 1. 8—Would not the slower speed of the engine a, save gasoline as well as the engine se 4—Which should be changed, the pinion or the bevel driving gear, and where can I obtain same? 5—Is there any reason for not changing the gear ratio?—A. C. Web eber. 1 and 2—The present Ford gear ratio is 37/11 to 1 and hence a change to 3.25 would make little difference. 3—With a gear ratio much less than 37/11 to 1 you could not get the car to operate slowly on high gear and hence much low-speed work would be necessary. If you could travel on high as much as you do now, there would be a slight saving in fuel, but if much gear changing is done and the car operated in low for long peri- ods the fuel consumption would be little changed. 4—KEither the pinion or bevel can be changed. The following makers of gears may be able to supply your wants: Grant- Lees Gear Co., Cleveland, Ohio; Millhol- land Machine Co., Indianapolis, Ind.; Saw- yer Gear Works, Cleveland, Ohio; Turley Gear Co., St. Louis, Mo. 5—By changing the gear ratio as you wish the car would not go slowly on high, the car would not pull as well as on high, on a grade. The car’s flexibility is lost. WISHES TO LOWER STEERING POST Must Remove and Replace Steering Case New Drag Link Needed Kendall, N. Y¥.—Editor Motor Age—I have been greatlv interested in the articles suggest- ing rebuilding old cars into speedsters. Can Motor Age help me in the rebuilding of an E-M-F 1911 roadster? How can the steering wheel on this car be lowered? 2—Where can gears be obtained so as to give a 2 to 1 or 2% to 1 gear ratio? 38—Is it practical to increase the speed of the motor by simply setting the cam gear one = nhead on the crankshaft gear?—G. D. Forbes. 1—The lowering of the steering post on an E-M-F is a difficult job for an inex- perienced man. Essentially the process consists in removing the post setting it up front in the frame channel and placing wedges under the post case so as to give the post more of a slant. When this is done a shorter drag link is needed. Motor Age suggests that you allow the nearest Studebaker service station do the work; The installation of cantilever MOTOR AGE as the drilling and substituting of parts requires expert hands. 2—The Studebaker Corp., Detroit, should be able to supply a pinion and ring gear affording a 2 or 2% to 1 ratio. You need substitute but one gear, either the ring gear or the driving pinion, preferably the former. If you will send the above con- cern the ring they will supply the neces- sary pinion to give you the ratio you de- sire, 3—This will not help matters as the motor is of the L-head type and if you turn the camshaft, both sets of valves are retimed and little is gained. Read the article in Motor Age issue of June 11, page 44, for information regarding this matter. COMMENTS ON FOREIGN DESIGN Cuban Points Out Advantages of Hispano- Suiza Motor Construction Santiago de Cuba—Editor Motor Age— Referring to the story in the July 9 issue of Motor Age, on ‘‘ Lessons Taught by the Grand Prix.’’ In speaking of hemispheri- cal combustion chamber with overhead valves and camshaft, a feature that nearly all the starters in the Grand Prix have, all Europe is complaining because these fea- tures are not found on stock cars. Certain- ly the makers that enter the races do not deliver cars like their racers, but there is a concern which showed in the October, Paris salon an engine with overhead valves and single camshaft. I speak of the Hispano- Suiza, winner of the 1910 Voiturette race and many other important events. I read the description of this exhibit in Motor Age. There were three distinct models, rated as 12-15 horsepower developing 58 pomemensess fD. 10 SS MILES PER HOUR GEAR RATIO TO ONE. Fig. 3—Chart by which it is possible to find the speed of a car if the gear ratio, motor speed and tire size are known. Any one of these quantities may be found with this chart, if the other three quantities are known August 6, 1914 brake horsepower and the others rated at 18 and 30 horsepower giving 60 and 80 brake horsepower respectively. The 15- horsepower car has mounted Gaillon hill at a speed of 121.6 km., with a fuel consump- tion of 24.8 m.p.g. Well known are the re- sults of this same make of car whieh ran in the tour of France. More recently it won the hill climbing race at Navacerrada, Spain, against cars with over 100 horse- power. In the Tibidabo, Barcelona, meet a 15-horsepower car covered the distance of one kilometer of the race, with only 4% of a second more than the winner of the free class, a racing car of 200 horsepower. These results have opened the eyes of the makers to a new way of building speed ears. For stock cars this would not do very well because at 3,000 r.p.m. there is too much vibration, but on racing cars vi- bration does not mean very much. Another problem is the valves which close imper- fectly at this speed. They leap instead of pursue the profile of the cams. In this race we have seen this difficulty solved with double the number lighter valves, but this solution is not acceptable for touring cars. These are the reasons for only overhead valves in racing cars. All these obstacles have been overcome by the Hispano-Suiza. This company has profited by the advantages of the hemispheric chamber. An American firm, the Premier Mfg. Co., also gets best results from this system. I hope this new way will be stud- ied, perfected, and adopted by other mak- ers following the experience of the French Grand Prix.—E. Sanchez. Weight and Easy Riding Exeter, Nebr.—Editor Motor Age—lIn an edi- torial, June 9 issue, it is stated that it is not necessary for a car to have weight in order to hold the road at high speed. Is it also true REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE OF MOTOR oi

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i el — Onreri ed ler August 6, 1914 that it is not necessary for a car to have weight in order to ride easily on all kinds of roads? 2—Is it ssible to obtain a car weighing only from 1,500 to 2,500 Lyne which will ride as easily on all sorts of roads as properly designed cars ety og approximately 000 pounds ?—Charles C. Smith. 1—It is not necessary for a car to have great weight in order to give easy riding on rough roads. The relation between sprung and unsprung weight is a great fac- tor, the method of springing another. The small light cars now on the market show excellent results over rough roads and many of them ride even better than some of the heavy expensive vehicles. 2—Yes. TENDENCY TOWARD LIGHT CARS Selection of Accessories Usually Made by Actual Test—Car Speeds Madison, Wis.—Editor Motor Age—What is the maximum speed of the National six touring car under ordinary conditions? 2—-What speed could this car make on a track such as the Indianapolis speedway? 3—Which is the fastest of the following touring cars: Premier light six, Moline Knight, National six, American underslung largest six- cylinder model, Buick six, and White six? 4—When a manufacturer selects a certain make of carbureter or magneto does he select the one he thinks is the best device, or the one which will conform to the other conditions ot' the car? 5—Is there a tendency for the light four or six-cylinder models to replace the heavier ones? —A Subscriber. 1 and 2—This car is said to be capable of traveling about 60 miles per hour when the road permits. 3—All can travel close to 60 miles per hour, but which is the speediest would have to be decided by actual competition. 4—The manufacturer selects a carbure- ter, magneto, etc., which performs best with his motor. It is customary to try sev- eral makes of carbureters and the one which shows the best results is adopted, all things such as cost and simplicity being considered. 5—The tendency at present is toward light vehicles. Makers of Governors Pouce, P. C.—Editor Motor Age—Is there any governor for commercial vehicles to prevent the driver exceeding a certain speed ? 2—Does Motor Age advise one to such a device on a hilly road?—Rafael Vives. 1—The following concerns manufacture speed controllers: Pierce Speed Controller Co., Anderson, Ind., maker of the Pierce speed controller, and the B. G. Kramer Co., maker of the Kramer governor. 2—The hills should not interfere with the use of a governor. CAUSES OF OVERHEATING GIVEN Carbon Deposit a Common One—Rich Mix- ture, Poor Water Circulation Catawba, O.—Editor Motor Age—Kindly give the causes for the Ford motor heating. Will a lean mixture do it? 2—How is the wheelbase of a car measured? ‘ 3—-What price was paid for the Thomas De- age? 4—Does Motor Age know anything about any of the motor car schools in Cincinnati, such as the Y. M. C. A. or National School? 5—Give some of the rules of the road, in passing are they about the same in all states ?— R. W. Tavenner. 1—If the motor does not backfire or mis- fire a lean mixture hardly would cause the overheating. This more often is due to a rich mixture. Carbon or a clogged water system would cause the heating. This clog- MOTOR AGE ging being due to dirt or mineral deposits from the water, in the radiator. Poor valve timing is a common cause. Do not run on the low gear for too long a time; and if you have a variable spark do not retard it too much. Excessive overload, brake drags and the feeding of too much oil are other eauses. Feeding too much oil causes carbon to be deposited and this in turn heats the motor. If besides the over- heating you get little power, backfiring or misfiring and in general poor performance you might look to carbon in the cylinders.: 2—The wheelbase of a car is the dis- tance between the center of the hub caps on one side of the ear. 3—This is not known. 4—Motor Age does not know anything of the schools in Cincinnati, but the Y. M. C. A. in New York and other cities gives a very good course. 5—In passing a vehicle go to the left if the vehicle is going in the same direction as yourself. If the vehicle is coming to- ward you go to the right. This law is used in nearly all states. PARTIN-PALMER GEAR RATIOS Speeds of the 20 with These Different Gears—Horsepower of Motor Jasper, Mich.—Editor Motor Age—Has the Partin-Palmer 20 one door or two? If it has one, on which side of the car does it open? 2—How is the spark and gas controlled and where is the location of the same? 38—What is the gear ratio and the rate of speed on the first, second and third speed? 4—What is the S. A. E. rating of the Partin- Palmer motor? 5—What is the maximum speed of the Saxon and Grant cars? . 6—Is it possible to obtain more speed by put- ting a Bosch magneto on a Ford car and not changing it otherwise ?—F. Witt. 1—It has two doors. 2—The spark and throttle levers are on top of the steering wheel. 3—The gear ratios are 12 to 1 on first, 7 to 1 on second and 4 to 1 on third. The respective speeds with these ratios are about 10, 25 and 45 miles per hour. 4—The S. A. E. rating is 12.1 horse- power, which means it gives approximately that power at 1,000 feet per minute piston . speed. At 2,300 r.p.m. the motor is said to show 22 horsepower. 5—Both can travel over 40, miles per hour. 6—Some claim it is possible to get more power and speed, but Motor Age has not tried such an installation on a Ford ear and therefore can give no definite answer. Reader Wants Shop Lathe Huntington, N. Y.—Editor Motor Age—lI should be pleased to have suggestions from some of your readers and garagemen as to the most desirable type of lathe to use for ordinary repair work in a country garage, taking into consideration an equipment that would handle most of the work that would come to the shop in such quantities as to be worth while taking . care of, but eliminating work of such a nature which would be more economical to send out to some large machine shop.—C. Barclay Ward. Motor Age suggests a 16 to 18-inch standard lathe with a 8 to 10-foot bed and full chuck equipment and a grinding at- tachment. This with taper attachments and a good mechanic should be enough to handle all of the work coming to the shop. The Watson Machine Works, Sioux City, fa., a comparatively small shop a few years 43 ago, started with such equipment, as did many others, and made a huge success of it. Everything, however, depends upon the workman, for a good one may apply the lathe to innumerable operations. DETERMINING SPEED OF THE CAR Chart Tells This If Gear Ratio and Tire Size Are Known Lexington, Ore.—Editor Motor Age—How is the car speed found when the engine speed, gear ratio and the size of the tires are given? —aA Subscriber. Given the miles per hour, gear ratio, and tire sizes and the revolutions of a crankshaft per minute: For illustration, suppose the car is traveling at 80 miles per hour with 34-inch tires and a gear rat- io of 1.5 to 1. From the figure 80 in Fig. 3, move right to the intersection of the gear ratio line designed as 1.5. From this point move up to the diagonal of 34 inch- es. From this point move right to the margin where the revolutious of the crankshaft speed per minute are shown; 1,200 in this case. Given the crankshaft revolutions per minute the tire diameters and miles per hour, find the gear ratio. Supposing the motor is turning over at 1,000 revolutions per minute, that 42-inch tires are used, and the car is traveling at 50 miles per hour. Go left from the 1,000 on the right margin until the intersection of the 42-inch tire- size line. From this point go up to the in- tersection of the 50-mile-per-hour hori- zontal line. The intersection of this line also cuts the gear ratio of 2.7 line, which is the gear ratio employed. Given crankshaft revolutions per min- ute, size of tires and gear ratio, in order to find miles per hour, proceed as follows: Go left from crankshaft speed—say 1,000 revolutions per minute—to tire size—say 28-inch. From this point go up or down to intersection of gear ratio line—say 1.5. Then go left to 55 miles per hour. If we have given crankshaft speed in revolutions per minute, miles per hour and gear ratio, the tire sizes may be obtained by going left from crankshaft speed to the intersection of the gear ratio line and thence up or down to the miles per hour, which point will mark the intersection of the required tire diameter. Brass Good for Valve Stem Bushings Bloomingburg, O.—Editor Motor Age—What is the best bushing for valve stems? 2—At night I have noticed a spark from the metal edging of the foot boards of my model 78 C Firestone Columbus. Have had it re- wired, but with same result. 3—Why are the four-cylinder cars more in evidence in the races than the sixes?—F. N. Cline, 1—Brass or bronze seems to be the best valve stem bushing. These metals are soft comparatively and the wear between them and cast iron or steel is little. 2—A battery wire may be touching some metal part of the car. There is a short circuit somewhere and if you will trace every circuit you no doubt will find the break. 3—Perhaps this is due to the good per- formance of fours in past races.

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A Handy Extra Seat CLEVER method of converting a seven passenger car into one which can carry eight persons all sitting is illustrated in Fig. 1. This consists of placing a board with two cleats or stops, upon the two ex- tra seats supplied with the car so that the board bridges these seats. A board about 36 inch thick serves the purpose and the cleats are placed as near as possible to the ends, say about 144 inches. This permits the board to get a good grip on the extra seats and there is not enough of the board on either seat to make uncomfortable rid- ing for the passengers using them. En- larging on this scheme, which was seen re- cently, a board may be fastened to the extra seats in much the same fashion as a bath tub seat is attached to the sides of the tub. This arrangement would call for brackets to be fastened to the bottom of each seat. Some Touring Hints Two of the most important accessories necessary for a trans-continental tour are a tent and water bags. Water bags of 1% gailons capacity should be carried and enough of these to supply the radiator and furnish drinking water for the passengers. Two bags will do for two passengers and also will take care of the deficiency in the radiator. These bags are especially needed on the western prairies where water is scarce and where radiator replenishing is necessary quite frequently. Aside from the water bags, a tent is an essential and many drivers who have toured across the conti- nent will vouch for the statement that much of the pleasure of such a trip is ob- tained by sleeping outdoors. Frederick Ragen, a Seattle man, made the trip re- cently to demonstrate a mechanical gear- shifting device and slept outdoors three nights. This was done mainly for the pleasure derived and not because hotel ac- commodations could not be secured. How- ever, the tent furnishes a good one-night shelter when the trip to a hotel is a long one and the weather rainy. Relieving a Curb Pinch Stopping too close to the curb-stone some- times results in the loss of much time es- MOTOR AGE ofoy @r | Jepair i fas A Simple Extra Tonneau Seat ese i. wt faut) ay Mu we | FS hun a. j YM, : z Y ist F fay j 4 rs 7 Fa - r S SX | S SS | xX SS F Seek SSS 3 SS SS" 5 ] FIG. 1—MAKING ROOM FOR PASSENGER An owner of @ seven-passenger car was seen recently to use the two extra seats as supports for a cleated board which bridged the - two seats. The board was % thick and about 1% inch from each end was a small block. The two blocks prevented the board from slipping sideways AN EXTRA pecially to those owners who drive to work in the morning and find their car pocketed when they wish to use it at night. Recent- ly an owner drove his car so close to the curb that when he wished to start he found he could not move an inch backward the ° only opening allowed him being in that direction. The inner rear wheel was so close, the tire was scraped. In this partic- ular instance the curb was so high that the hubecap rested upon it as shown in Fig. 1 at the left. In order to get the wheel away from the curb, the opposite wheel was jacked up and the car then pushed side- ways as shown at the right of the illus- tration. Refitting Old Pistons Many owners who overhaul their own ¢ars each year desire to lap-in the old pis- tons, have the cylinders replaced or refit new pistons in order to put the engine in good shape again. In many repair shops instead of refitting new pistons the old ones are swelled or expanded by heating and HH Iy i CURB FIG. 2—RELIEVING A CURB PINCH When one - the driving wheels of a car is fiush against a high curb stone and the car is “voitled up” so that it can get out only by reversing, a problem presents itself. Getting out of such a predicament was accomplished by a Seattle man recently by jacking up the car and then pushing it away from the curb as shown above August 6, 1914 allowing them to cool slowly in a bed of charcoal. They then are replaced. The expanding process consists in placing one piston at a time into a bed vf charcoal so that the latter completely covers the pis- ton. The charcoal then is fired and after the piston has become red-hot the fire is allowed to go out slowly thus cooling the piston in a bed of charcoal. When the pis- ton is removed it is sometimes as much as .004 inch larger in diameter. When re- placed into its cylinder the excessive clear- ance formerly evident is taken up and the motor will run more smoothly. Although this practice is in use, it is by no means as good and effective as getting new pistons, but the swelled pistons give good service and the work is easily done and at small cost. Stopping a Radiator Leak Two men driving from Seattle, Wash., to New York, had trouble en route with a leaky radiator and when far distant from a garage one of them thought of cornmeal as a good remedy. Accordingly a handful of the meal, purchased of a farmer, was placed into the radiator and the leaking stopped. This substance settles over the hole causing the leak. Although no fur- ther trouble was encountered with the ra- diator leaking, the motorists stated that it is a difficult matter to get all the cornmeal out ot the water system. In instances of this sort steam or water under pressure should be forced through the cylinder jack- ets and radiator in an attempt to free the parts of the meal. Many of the radiator compounds on the marke use the principle mentioned above, for stopping leaks. Lubricating and Preserving Springs It is a custom in one of the largest repair shops in the world to lubricate and preserve the chassis springs of motor cars whenever they are disassembled for an overhauling by painting them with a mix- ture of graphite and cylinder oil. This mixture prevents the accumulation of rust between the leaves, and improves the rid- ing qualities of the springs. The mixture is prepared by simply mixing powdered or flaked graphite with cylinder oil to a pasty consistency; and it is applied with any suitable paint brush.

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Ajax Electric Headlight Dimmer . NEW and efficient type of headlight dimmer for electric headlamps has been introduced by the Wanner Mfg. Co., Chicago, the new dimmer being called the Ajax and consists of a fluted aluminum cup as shown in Fig. 3, which fits around the base of the bulb. A small brass spring is used to prevent the cup from rattling. The Ajax, which has suc- cessfully passed the Chicago inspectors of headlight dimmers, spreads the light over a large area and still gives a good driving light. <A pair sells for $1. Nelson-Ford Valve Grinder A new Ford valve grinder which is op- erated by a push and pull motion has been announced by the Nelson Mfg. Co., Chi- cago. The Nelson consists of a U-shaped piece of steel with a handle attached at one end by a ball joint and a brace grip at the other, as shown in Fig. 5. The brace is sufficiently high to, prevent the fingers being struck with the handle. Zone Asbestos Brake Lining The Zone Asbestos Brake Lining Co. is marketing lining for the brakes of Ford

FIG. 1—UNIVERSAL CLAMPING JAW FOR HOLDING ROUND STOCK IN A VISE

LICENSE TUBE |

FIG. 2—S & B TUBE FOR CARRYING CAR LICENSE MOTOR AGE ( or, eee. Co

FIG. 3—AJAX ELECTRIC HEADLIGHT DIMMER INSTALLED

FIG. 4—FINCH FUEL ECONOMIZER ears, this lining being said to be water- proof, grease-proof and heat-proof and con- taining no wire. It is put up ready for in- stallation in 23-inch lengths, 14% by ¥% inch, selling at 25 cents. A complete set with rivets sells for 70 cents. Universal Clamping Jaw A vise attachment which holds objects of circular section firmly between the jaws is being marketed by the Vichek Tool Co., Cleveland, Ohio. This attachment called the Universal clamping jaw will,hold round stock from 4 to % inch diameter. It con- sists of a curved steel band as shown in Fig. 1, the ends of this band being fitted with corrugated jaws for holding the round objects. It sells for 50 cents. Buell Whistle A novel type of whistle is being manu- factured by the Buell Mfg. Co., Chicago, this signal being attached to the cylinder and utilizing the force of the exploding gases as a means of blowing. This signal uses a poppet valve fitted into a cage, as shown in Fig. 6, the cage threading into a cylinder plug hole. In some eases where such a hole must be used for the spark plug a connection is made as shown in the illustration. The sound emitted is very similar to that of a locomotive whistle. The Buell is operated by pulling a cord or wire attachment on the dash, steering post

or other convenient place. It sells for $4.25 complete. Finch Economizer An economizer which depends for its fuel-saving qualities upon the cleaning of the gasoline before it reaches the car- bureter has just been announced by the J. H. Finch Co., Boston, Mass. This econo- mizer, shown in Fig. 4, is in the form of a large filter. The gasoline line is tapped and one end inserted at C and the lead to the carbureter attached at A. The fuel passing through is freed of all dirt and water, it is claimed, and thus all the heat units in the fuel are utilized. The cock D is turned periodically and water and dirt collected in a trap is drained. The filter cartridge is shown at B. S & B License Tube The 8S & B Mfg. Co., Worcester, Mass., has brought out the small tube shown in Fig. 2, which is just the proper size to hold the car license when the latter. is tightly rolled. In Massachusetts and other states the law requires the motorist to carry his license with him. It sells for 25 cents.

FIG. 5—NELSON-FORD VALVE GRINDER WITH BALL JOINT AT HANDLE

FIG. 6—BUELL CYLINDER WHISTLE

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=s _and popular motor road. RUCKS for Parcel Post Work—The United States postoffice department has decided to install nine trucks in the parcel post service in Cleveland, O., within the coming month. With this increased equipment the service will be improved to permit the house- wife to buy direct from the farmer. Fargo Motorists Open Club House—The Fargo Automobile Club of Fargo, N. D., has opened its new country club house, located on the banks of the Red river 5 miles from the city. In addition to the comfortable club house, golf and tennis are provided. The club is reached by a pretty driveway along the river banks. Ohio Convicts Build Motor Truck—The state of Ohio is now operating a motor truck which was built by the convicts in the state penitentiary. Ohio is the first state in the union, so far as is known, to manufacture its own truck. So successful has it proven that others will be manufactured later. Bert Dingley Improving—Bert Dingley, driver of the Ono car which turned over July 4 at the Tacoma speedway, has a chance of leaving the hospital without per- manent disabilities. Dingley is reported well on the road toward recovery now and is in a very optimistic mood. Swanson, Dingley’s méechanician, is also improving rapidly. Tacoma Officials Have Subway Garage— The Pierce county commissioners have re- cently added a unique garage to the court house in Tacoma, Wash. The county garage is 70 feet wide and is located underground. It affords storage for the three machines, owned by the commissioners, and a pit for repairs. The only roof lights in the entire underground construction are over the work bench, being sidewalk lights pierced in the roof at the corner. Ohio Fourth in Car Census—According to a recent report of J. A. Shearer, Ohio reg- istrar of motor cars, the Buckeye state is fourth in the number of motor vehicles licensed during the present year. According to his figures, New York comes first, with more than 150,000 cars; Illinois second with 116,000 cars; Pennsylvania third with 114,000 cars, and Ohio fourth with 111,000 cars. The number of cars licensed in Ohio in 1914 will exceed the total number of last year by about 40,000. Rockford Plans for Club House—The Rock- ford Motor Club of Rockford, Ill., has taken a 90-day option on a 7-acre tract 6 miles south of that city on which it is proposed to erect a club house. The club will be incor- porated and will issue shares of stock at $25 each, the money to be used in paying for the house and grounds. The tract fronts on Rock river and is located upon a well-kept If the proper en- couragement is shown, the land will be bought and steps taken to finance the con- struction of the club house. To Spend Fortune on Concrete Roads— Bonds in the sum of over $3,000,000 have been issued in Indiana this year for the con- struction of concrete roads according to fig- ures submitted to the St. Joseph County Lincoln Highway Association. These figures however, do not include the bond issue recently voted in St. Joseph county. At Rochester, Fulton county an issue of $90,000 has been voted and at Fort Wayne 6 miles of roadway will be built at a cost of $80,000. The iargest expenditure will be in Washing- ton township, Marion county, where 27 miles MOTOR AGE Yom the a ad \ines will be built costing $400,000. Wayne county will build 5 miles for $87,000 and Elkhart county will pay $72,000 for 6 miles. At Anderson $55,009 has already been raised and petitions are filed for 6 more miles of road. Vermilion county is building 3 miles at a cost of $40,000. Unique Signs in Oregon—Lake county, Ore., has recently put up some unique signs along the roads in central Oregon. The signs are of heavy ingot steel, of a black color, with the lettering drilled in, showing in steel gray color and glittering brightly in the gleam of lights at night. They stand 6 feet above the ground and the posts are imbedded in concrete. Champion Lincoln Highway Booster—Out at the Hudson factory in Detroit there is a kindly, courteous, elderly gentleman, whose duty it is to direct to their proper destina- tions the hundreds of men who enter the factory offices every day. This man, C. L. Laurense, is probably the champion Lin- coln highway booster of the country. In the last 4 months he has personally sold otor SHOWS AND CONVENTIONS September 7—Indianapolis show. September 26-October 6—Berlin show. October 5-10—Fall show, St. Louis. October 7-17—Electric vehicle show, Grand Central Palace, New York. October 17-24—Show, Pittsburgh, Pa. October 19-21—Convention of Electric Ve- hicle Association of America, Philadelphia. October 16-26—Paris show. November ‘sa ae cee show. November 14-21—British commercial car show, Islington. November 23-28—Olympia light car show. November 9-14—American Road Congress, Atlanta, Ga. January 2-9--New York show. January 23-30—Chicago show. CONTESTS August 15—Le Mans cyclecar grand prix race. July and August—French army truck sub- sidiary trials. August 2-9—Six day cyclecar rellability in French Alps. August Geese Internationale; light car race, Le Mans. August 17—Grand Prix of France, ie Mans. *August 21-22—Road races, Elgin, III. September 5—Track meet, Milwaukee, Wis. September 6-7—Italian grand prix. September 7—Track meet, Providence, R. I. eo 9—Road race, Corona Beach, *September 12—Track meet, Hamline, Minn. — 14—Track meet, Milwaukee, s September 15-16—Track meet, Norfolk, Neb. — 18-19—Track meet, Hutchinson, ans. ae September 18-26—Track meet, Springfield, October—Gallion hill climb, Parts, — 2-3—Track meet, Oklahoma City, kla. October 2-3—Track meet, Trenton, N. J. ace 8-11—Track meet, Shreveport, - Teovember 15—Kerosene motor tests, Paris, rance. November—El Paso-Phoenix road race. November—Los Angeles-Phoenix road race. November—Albuquerque-PhoenIx road race. November—Track meet, Phoenix, Ariz. *Sanctioned by A. A. A. August 6, 1914 over 2,400 of the little red, white and blue Lincoln highway lapel buttons, or about $600 worth. Very few of the hundreds of visitors at the big factory can refuse to “invest two bits in the Lincoln highway,” so diplomatically does the genial Mr. Laurense approach them. Ships Traction Engine to Alaska—Weigh- ing 10 tons, a giant ‘‘caterpillar,’’ the third traction engine of the kind ever earried to Northern Alaska, was loaded on the | liner Victoria during the past week. The cater- pillar will be delivered to the Kougarok Dredge Co. at Nome, and will be used in hauling loaded wagons between Nome and the company’s properties at Kougarok, a distance of 70 miles. Many Cars in Potlatch Parade—One hun- dred and twenty-five motor cars participated in the parade held in connection with the Potlatch celebration at Seattle recently. The parade was led by No. 8 Stutz, which won the Montamarathon road race July 4 and driven by Earl Cooper. Other racing cars participated in the parade, the Maxwell trio, decorated with red roses, winning first prize in their division, with Klein in a King sec- ond. Spread Religion With Motor Cars—The motor car as an accessory to the church is being used by two pastors of Eugene, Ore., who declare they have extended their field of work and are able to accomplish much more with the help of their machines. Both Rev. H. S. Wilkinson and Rev. A. M. Spangler use their machines to get around in the rural communities to held special services. Money for Mount Vernon Road—The first link in the building of a boulevard between Washington and Mount Vernon is about to be forged. The federal government has given a substantial sum of money to build the road from a point outside of Washington to Alexandria, Va., and the citizens of the latter city have come forth with a fund to complete the road. The road from Alexan- dria to Mount Vernon, is expected to be built within the next year. Low Cost for Long Trip—A 15-day tour has just been completed by G. H. Shoemaker and party of four to Vancouver, B. C., and return to Portland, Ore. The total expenses of the five motorists was but $50. The trip cost 67 cents a day for each member of the party, inclusive of everything—gasoline, oil, food and all exceept the charges for the guide and incidentals in the climbing of Mt. Tacoma, which was really a side trip and not taken in the machine. Except for the tires the party experienced not a particle of trouble, the Hudson making an average of 15 miles to the gallon for the whole trip. In addition to the passengers, 300 pounds of baggage was carried on the 1200-mile migration. To Oppose Annual License Fee—The bill recently introduced in congress by Repre- sentative Page, of North Carolina, to make yearly licenses for motor cars obligatory in the District of Columbia will be the sub- ject of a hearing this week before the house district committee. Various trade associa- tions, taxicab companies and individual mo- torists are in readiness to offer reasons why the bill should not be enacted. At the pres- ent time licenses are issued that are per- petual, that is, the license is good as long as the car is owned by the person to whom the license is granted. Upon the sale of the car the license number dies.

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ww Vw wewevwe * TV August 6, 1914 PPEAL Pope Company Sale Order—An appeal to the state supreme court has been. taken from the decision of Judge Hol- comb in granting an order for Receiver Pope to sell the Connecticut assets of the Pope Mfg. Co. Sills Appointed Chevrolet Sales Manager— W. C. Sills, who has been in charge of the Boston branch of the Chevrolet Motor Co. of New York, has been appointed general sales manager of that company with headquarters in New York. To Reorganize Star Rubber Co.—Stock- holders of the Star Rubber Co. of Akron, O., have decided to reorganize the company for the purpose of freeing the concern from a heavy indebtedness. A new organization will purchase and operate the plant. Willman Studebaker Advertising Manager —E. R. Benson, vice-president of the Stude- baker Corp., in charge of distribution, an- nounces the appointment of George L. Will- man as advertising manager of that com- pany. Paige Leaves National Company—Arthur J. Paige, M. E., who has been assistant me- chanical engineer for the National Motor Vehicle Co., for over 3 years, has resigned to devote some time to the development of a new motor of his design. Robie to Invade London—P. Parker Drake, of London, England, has placed an order for 565 light cars with the Robie Motor Car Co., Detroit, shipments of which will begin in September. The Robie Motor Cars, Ltd., of England, has been formed by Mr. Drake. Making Cyclecar for Meat Dealers—The Xenia Cyclecar Co. of Xenia, O., is engaged in building a special cyclecar for meat deal- ers for delivery purposes. It is expected that the company will make a specialty of commercial vehicles. Lauth-Juergens Elects Directors—At the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Lauth-Juergens Motor Car Co. of Fremont, O., the following were elected directors: J. W. Worst, A. E. Culbert, H. H. Weinhart, J. W. Forsythe, W. A. Lucas, Theodore Juergens and L. C. Worst. To Make Heavy Fuel Carbureter—The K. C. B. Co. has been organized at Detroit and incorporated with a capital stock of $200,000. This is a reorganization of the Chambray Carbureter Co., and the incorpo- rators, Charles H. Bennett, John H. Cham- bers and Augustus A. Leslie, are officers of the Chambray company. A new carbureter for heavy fuel is shortly to be brought out. Two Offers for Cameron Assets—Two of- fers have been made for the assets of the Cameron Automobile Co. of Westhaven, Conn., which recently went into bankruptcy. One of these is for $6,500 and was made by E. S. Cameron, and the other for $11,500, received by J. Birtney Tuttle, an attorney appointed trustee of the estate. A hearing was held last week before’ Referee Carelton E. Hoadley. The counsel of both parties argued the case, which was continued. Klaxon Files Two More Sults—The Lovell- McConnell Mfg. Co., maker of Klaxon horns, has filed suit in the federal court for the eastern district of New York, for infringe- ment of letters patent 1094403, granted April 21, 1914, against Julius Bindrim, a Brook- lyn dealer in supplies. The infringement complained of is the Newtone Superior, made by the Automobile Supply Mfg. Co., of Brooklyn, N. Y., and this company has been made party defendant by recent order of Judge Weeder. Another suit has been filed MOTOR AGE against the W. C. D. Motor Car Co. of Newark, N. J., for infringement of patents 923,048, 923,049 and 923,122. The infringe- ment complained of is the use of Sparton horns as equipment of Lozier motor cars which are sold by the defendant. Takes Over Vulcan Company—The Vulcan Car Co., Painesville, O., has been incor- porated with a capital of $1,000,000 by E. D. Hartwell, E. E. Lawrence and others, which will take over the present company known as the Vulcan Automobile Co. It is planned to enlarge the factory and place the product upon the market in the near future. Lipman Appoints Foreign Agent—Berndt von Zastrow von Kussow has left for Europe to represent the Lipman Mfg. Co., and the Lipman Air Appliance Co. on the continent. He will travel in Germany, France and Eng- land. The Beloit company has done business in foreign countries in the past but has never before had a personal representative to look after its interests. Gotham Tradesmen Form Club—For the purpose of providing a special organization for the motor tradesmen of New York, the Motor Club, Inc., has been formed and has taken possession of the rooms at 222 West Fifty-ninth street, formerly occupied by the now defunct Manhattan Automobile Club. Aside from its social and acquaintanceship features, the organization plans to use its influence in legislative matters. It was Albany, N. Y.—National Automobile > capital stock, $20,000; incorporators, H. Laurens, A. Alpert, P. I Treefull, C. Re Boston, Mass.—George Grow Automobile Co., capital stock $50,000; incorporators, G. Grow, S. Grow, R. Grow. Boston, Mass.—Irvington Street Garage & Repair Corp., capital stock, $5,000; incorpora- tors, H. M. Federhen, J. a McCarthy, E. McCarthy. Buffalo, N. Y.—Hudson-Oliver Motor Co., capital stock, $15,000; to deal in motor cars; incorporators, E. G. Oliver, G. B. Wesley, C. W. Pooley. Buffalo, N. Y.—W. & L. Mfg. Co., capital stock, $30,000; to manufacture motor cars; in- corporators, H. Z. White, B. C. Lee, P. U. Lee. Brooklyn, N. Y.—New Way Automobile Corp., capital stock, $1,000; incorporatorg, E. J. Noonan, A, T. Tompkins, Cc. V. Burke. Campbell, N. Y.—Steuben Auto Transit Co., capital stock, $10,000; incorporators, R. C. Turn- bull, W. A. Shaver, F. R. Aulis. Cincinnati, O.—Cincinnati Speedway Co., capital stock, $10,000; to build and operate speedway; incorporators, W. T. Foley, F. D. Hirst, T. A. Tauwald, Jr., G. A. Ginter, A. H. Morrill. Cleveland, O0.—Windemere-Euclid Garage ee capital stock, $10,000; incorporators, ‘ Baker, C. F. Taplin, E. H. Wells, V. M. Pusan E. M. Golding Cleveland, = Distributing Co., cap- ital stock, ae ge? to sell motor cars; in- corporators, F. S. McGowan, E. A. Foote, A. R. Manning, Jr., 's. Chestnutt, M. N. Job. Dover, Del.—Day Tire Protector Co., capital stock, $100,000; incorporators, F. R. Hansell, re ie: Martin, E. T. Vennel. Dover, \ capital stock, $500,000; to manufacture starters; incorporators, J. McLaren, F. B. Knowlton, S. V. Dowling. Dunkirk, N. ¥.—Dunkirk Corp., capital stock, $30,000; to manufacture motors; incorporators, R. J. Groos, E. K. Buttolph, K. DeH. Caldwell. Eddyville, N. Y.—Sanders-Wilson-Barnaby, capital stock, $25,000: to a deal in motor cars; incorporators, T. Sanders, Jr., Wm. Wilson, Jr., K. T. Barnaby. Greenwood, Miss.—Kimbrough Auto Co., capital stock, $50,000; incorporators, W. Kimbrough, E. M. Purcell and others. Hempstead, N. Y.—Baker Rim & Auto Supply Co., capital stock, $5,000; incorporators, O. J. Ipsen, G. H. Baukney, H. L. Baukney. wi. abers and Sanne: brought into being by a committee consist- ing of Samuel S. Toback, George H. Rob- ertson, Edward F. Korbel, Edward C. J. Mc- Shane, William C. Poertner, James C. Nich- ols and James M. Carples. Merle U. Downs is acting as secretary. Truck Company Increases Capital Stock— At a recent meeting of the stockholders of the United States Motor Truck Co. of Cin- cinnati it was decided to increase the cap- ital stock from $25,000 to $300,000 in order to take care of the rapidly increasing busi- ness. Walpole Creditors to Receive Dividend— Judge Dodge, in the U. S. district court, has ordered another dividend of 4 per cent. to be paid to the creditors of the Walpole Tire and Rubber Co.; $50,000 has been set aside for this purpose. This makes $171,000 thus far paid out. Bids $5,200 for Alpena Plant—The Besser Mfg. Co., doing a foundry business at Al- pena, Mich., has bid $5,200 for the plant of the bankrupt Alpena Motor Car Co., and it is probable that the sale will be confirmed by the referee in bankruptcy and the other parties interested. The $2,100 worth of out- standing accounts were bid in for $275 by Corbin & Hill, while the bid of $725 which Mason Johnson made at the previous sale for the machinery and tools was accepted. Thus all told the sale amounted to $6,200, or $1,100 more than at last week’s sale, which was not ratified. Houston, Tex.—Emmert Machine & Automo- bile Co., capital stock, $5,100; incorporators, G. Emmert, E. Emmert, C. G. Watson. Mt. .Vernon, .N. .Y.—Bartlett Distributing Corp., capital stock, $10,000; to deal in motor ears; incorporators, W. M. "Golden, Stig Ge Carter, W. B. Graham. New York.—Renton Tire & Rubber Co., capital stock, $1,000; incorporators, H. A. Forbes, H. Reilly, T. F. MacMahon. New York.—Kingstone Tire & Rubber Co., capital stock, $2,000; incorporators, S. Bern- heim, C. Weldon, HL. H. Jacob bson. New York.—Lobdell Automobile Co., capital stock, $3,000; incorporators, M. Jacobs, C. Lob- dell, M. B. Lobdell. New York.—Remington- Long _Island-Cycle Car Agency, capital stock, $25,000; incorpora- — A. Hobart, F. B. Weingetz, G. A, Wein- getz New York.—Classon Garage, capital stock, $5,000; incorporators, P. H. Mulreau, A. W Mulreau, E. H. Mulreau. New York.—Montauk Rubber Co., capital stock, $5,000; incorporators, L. Londoner, W. G. Turner, H. Friedland. New York.—Garrett Auto Service Co., capital stock, $10,000; incorporators, H. G. Commons, R. D. Whiting, Wm. G. Stahinecker. New York.—Uneeda Tire Filler Co., capital stock, $100,000; to manufacture tire fillers; in- eee M. E. Rosenthal, J. Golden, ae gh New York.—Tubular Concentrating Rod Co., capital stock, $250,000; to manufacture and deal in machinery; incorporators, J. McLaren, F. B Knowlton, S. V. Dowling. Newark, N. J.—Swinehart Sales Agency, eapital stock, $10,000; incorporators, G. H. Saae S. Orange, C. H. Kingsbury, E. H. oley Newark, N. J.—New Jersey Motor Utilities Co., capital stock, $50,000; incorporators, J. McLaren, F. B. Knowlton, i Dowling. Passaic, N. J.—Passaic Auto Co., capital stock, $1,000; incorporators, C. R. Bates, M. K. Raymond, C. L. Holloway. Portsmouth, O.—Motor Fuel & Lubricating Co., capital stock, $5,000; to deal in oils and motor car supplies. Raritan, N. J.—Universal Advertising Auto- Car Co., capital stock, $25,000; motor car ad- vertising business; incorporators, A. J. Lus- . tardi, G. Manara. Roswell, N. M.—Roswell Auto Co., capital stock, $50,000; incorporators, C. M. Shepherd, Cc. M. Farnsworth, Cc. C. Cagle. San Francisco, Gal.—Grand Pacific Co., capital stock, $20,000; to conduct garage; incorporators, J. S. Adler, D. S. Cohn, J. J. Marx. Spokane, Wash.—Auto Transportation - capital stock, $6,000; incorporators, Graves, J. Doran, T. S. Lane. attle, Wash.—Dumamish Valley Auto Transportation Co., capital stock, $25,000; in- corporators, A. B. Willard, A. J. Laughon and others. Washington, D. C.—Smith-Trew Motor Co., capital stock, $10,000; to deal in motor cars.

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aes Wash.—W. R. Inman & Co. has ' opened a garage at Ilwaco, Wash. Hartford, Conn.—M. J. Bliss of 37 Mul- berry street has taken the local agency for the Gaulois tire. Philadelphia, Pa.—Woodson Reese has been appointed manager of the local branch of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. Ashland, O.—Joseph E. Murphy has start- ed to erect a large garage on East Diamond street, Ashland. It will be in operation by September 1. Chicago—The American Electric Car Co., carrying a line of Argo, Broc and Borland cars, has opened a new sales and service branch at 2634-2636 Michigan avenue. Union, la.—The Union Auto and Supply Co. has been sold to I. V. Allen and L. F. Spurlin, who will operate a general service station under the partnership name of Al- len & Spurlin. They have not yet decided what cars they will handle. Binghamton, N. Y.—W. R. Chandler has been appointed factory representative of the A. & J. Mfg. Co., this city, which has just completed negotiations for the exclusive manufacturing of the new Mondex shock ab- sorbers. He has opened offices in the U. S. Tire building, New York. Hartford, Conn.—Considerable of a shake- up as regards the representation of the Overland in this territory has just taken place. The Overland Connecticut Co. has been incorporated with a capital stock of $20,000, all paid in. This new organization is to take over the entire state in the in- MOTOR AGE riof ae a nouncements Zz terests of the Overland. to be in Hartford. Struchers, O.—A. W. Smith, of Cleveland, has opened a garage at Poland avenue and State street. Philadelphia, Pa.—H. T. Vogler has been made district sales manager of the Maxwell Motor Co. for the Philadelphia territory. Detroit, Mich.—The Wizard Electric Lamp Co., San Francisco, Cal., has appointed H. L. Winter its Detroit sales representative. Columbus, O.—A new vulcanizing estab- lishment has been opened at 20 East Town street under the name of the Red Letter Tire Co. Detroit, Mich.—L. L. Barnes, formerly with the Westinghouse Electric and Mfg. Co., has joined the sales department of the Federal Motor Truck Co., Detroit, and will act as a district representative in the south. Detroit, Mich.—The Thomas B. Jeffery Co., Kenosha, Wis., manufacturer of the Jeffery cars, has appointed as its Detroit representative Herbert J. Flint, formerly manager of the Hupmobile Sales Co. and later with the Oldsmobile agency of Detroit. Headquarters are

Kenosha, Wis.—Announcement has been made by Edward S. Jordan, sales manager of the Thomas B. Jeffery Co. of the ap- pointment of W. C. Poertner as Jeffery representative for metropolitan New York and adjacent territory. The New York com- pany, of which Mr. Poertner will be the head, will occupy the Jeffery salesroom at 1694 Broadway, which will be vacated by the Stratton Motor Car Co. which formerly con- August 6, 1914

trolled the sale of Jeffery cars in that terri- tory. Cincinnati, O.—L. T. Williams is having a garage built at 2620 Colerain street and will try and secure the agency for a me- dium-priced car. Seattle, Wash.—Homer M. Kerr has opened a branch in Seattle for the Lewko- wicz Convertible Body Corp. and will act as distributor in Washington and Oregon. Detroit, Mich.—The Monarch Motor Car Co. has appointed William Bloomfield as spe- cial representative for the states of Ala- bama, Louisiana and Mississippi, with head- quarters in Birmingham, Ala. Milwaukee, Wis.—The Emergency Garage, 290 Fifth street, Milwaukee, was destroyed by fire last week and five cars burned. The loss is $10,000. George Murray, the owner, expects to rebuild. Toledo, O.—The Paige-Toledo Co. is a new organization formed to handle the Paige cars in this vicinity. Officers were elected as follows: President, C. L. Sturtevant; vice- president, Fred Hofer; secretary and treas- urer, H. D. Savis. Boston, Mass.—The Leghorn Motor Co. has been formed in Boston, comprising George R. Leghorn and George M. Leghorn, father and son, to handle the Lozier car in eastern Massachusetts for the 1915 season. The car had been carried by the Wentworth-Fosdick Co. for several months in conjunction with the Hupmobile. Salesrooms will be opened on Boylston street. Recent Agencies Appointed by Motor Car Manufacturers PASSENGER CARS Town Agent Make Town Agent Make Alexandria, La...... ~wuselier Motor Car’ Co, ........0005.sessces King Mt. Pleasant, Mich...A. Z. Campbell. .......ccccsccccccccceves King Rew, 49) oa) ssackeake REINA TE RANG CD oo ivi ni seis wd ccceceus am Cole Milwaukee, Wis...... Schreiber-Boorse Motor Car Co........ King Albert Lea, Minn...... WRN WN 8 5 oo sos ovens es ivicee Franklin Minneapolis, Minn....Martin Motor Sales Co..............++. King Birmingham, Ala.....Coxe Motor Sales Co................+. King New Orleans, La...... PAG EE 6 eB s 54516 ad's race eo King ROmOE,) MOAN. a sCOranite State. Garage... ......cdasics Pullman Pittsburgh,’ Pa...:. ecole. W. Bennett Moter Car’Co.........00% King SPRIANSTE Oss bs 0yedms ace CO. AAV gO EBB COD. 6 io eiks soles setae Cole Pittsburgh;: Pa::...... Pe PONE WRWN COs es cesc see ccsésnees King Detroit, Bich... .../ss So dc a ® eEr King Raleigh, :-N. C...:. 2. »Raleigh Motor Car Co...... eg ee ee King SR PE incase Sareunn ® TORY BIO ICO 6 so .s0 sce e Sega Teles ee se Cole Rochester,: Minn......West & Postier..........vt.cccccccccees Cole PERU KMEOTI IN. Do SER aA, ASRS oo so eid ec'e ss vce cle ag els King BANnGUAKY; Os cs o6.0 66 eer Ci WRGCTIGIG Se 06 ia Reels d ec ce esos Cole ate LO Lo a a RP yg iL eT Sa See ES Pullman State Center, Ia...... mekharat: & MaleMan...5.6st5c0 6 ccc King ON PO sso 6 ocd 0c a At. INE ASG 6 0G ssteeeceme nana Cole Sioux: Cley; es. eo wed E. A. Christiansen Auto 'Co...........6. King Grand Rapids, Mich...Phelps Auto Sales Co...............e0. King Sharon, Pa.......ccee Monarch Hardware Co... éi:...c.. ccs eces King Gainesville, Fla....... Gainesville Motor ‘Car Co......ccccceses Cole Seprine. “Osis. cedesed Sebring Auto and Repair Co............ Cole Hartford, Conn........ Hdward.H. Harrias.........s.eceees Overland Seattle, Wash......... ees A MN Seis. uvds a NS aPTaror a Ole alee me King Hartford, Conn...:..... PUNE Me crs ests wads oolaeba ak oS ee Stearns Sabetha, Kans........ GME! BRIN. 535 8566 Cecet einai enw ad Cole Halls Summit, O...... 5 oe ee ee | ae ers Cole Syracuse, N. Y..... eg: eR oa Pe Se King Harzpton,: Va:...:...9d B= Ws ios og a seca Salen oth Franklin Spokane, Wash....... Moylan-Reilly Auco Co .:..%......026- Lozier Indianapolis, Ind...... Sears Auto Repair Shop............ Westcott Spokane, Wash....... Moylan-Reilly Auto Co............ Chevrolet Indianapolis, Ind...... Ws. 0c RRR Mies SIS 6 os) oc Since hi weeeekee King Seattle, Wash........ Parser MOCOr AMU) CO. fcscsccar ees ers Lewis Jacksonville, Fla...... ORDETEE IONS Sos oes ck ccc ls Sout King St. Taotiia, “MG ss ss... < Heinrich Automobile Co... : ....6.c0csers King SL thet || a a a a CU Re re errant ay ees Cole San Antonio, Tex..... GaGarantee Motor Car Co. 6 cesiccscesc King Kalispell, Mont....... Be Es Rs Sw dip COS Cac cece eee we sie 66.00 Hudson Toronto, ‘Cans. 5.6.5 TR. RS: DRONA Va as ards Se rcee hoe set eee Pullman Kingman, Kans....... Arrington Lumber & Mercantile Co.Franklin Toronto, Ont., Can...The Republic Motor Car Co of Canada, Ras AMEHION, AORTL. ...5 WP EID Ree BRUOBB isons sc ce ce cslsledalces daesi King Es rintidd 3 a oaRA es ERAS CRUG o's Sele sonre as Cole Manchester, N. H..... gg PS ae ae ree Pullman Write, WN Sek 556 one ye eee King Muscatine, Ia......... Denham & Smalley Motor Co............ Cole Washington, D. C..... COTTGPGRY RAIeS COs iia ns sed ces acnccess Metz Martinsville, Ind...... PIAPUNBVING AULO CO. co.cc dics secs ecenewee Cole Worcester, Mass...... WGCG WOO copes bi casevsaesmt dente. Pullman POOSOON, PA... ss ssa. Rc a RW ENAN boc k nes asentSecbabn ea oe King Washington, D. C....Wm. P. Barnhart & Co.........-sasss0e King Mankato, Minn........ RSRRAN MN O50 ob cha ees e ewe dhaen ape sae © Cole PATI, TG 6 ss c0 0 sts DREGNO. PON. 26.665 oe iccnew de teawaccegten King

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MOTOR AGE HeLLey Gauges are used in the manufacture of the HOLLEY Carburetor, which limit variation in the size of the important parts to the thousandth of an inch. Holley Brothers Co. Detroit, Michigan FOREIGN BRANCH Holley Bros. Co. Coventry, England Holley Carburetors are carried in stock by REO ACCESSORIES CO., 1220 Michigan Ave. .Chicago, Ill. OMAHA RUBBER COMPANY Omaha, Neb. H. F. BROWNELL COMPANY Sioux Falls, S. D. HUGHSON & MERTON, 530 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, Cal. With branches at LOS ANGELES, CAL 1229 So. Olive Street PORTLAND, ORE 328 Ankeny Street SEATTLE, WASH 924 East Pike Street When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Aye. ‘‘No Moving Parts’’

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MOTOR AGE “Symbol of Real Service” You will notice it prominently displayed in front of Schebler Service Stations located in the principal cities of the United States. You will see it. as you tour through Canada, through England, Australia, Europe, Asia. It will direct you to the care and courtesy of a seasoned carburetor expert who has either received his training at our factory or proven his efficiency to the satisfaction of our engineers. It is a guaranty that your Schebler will not be tinkered with by a novice. You will find the “Symbol of REAL Serv- ice” displayed by the following Schebler distributors: The Automobile Accessories Co... Pittsburgh, Pa. The Equipment Company Kansas City, Mo. Ferris-Dunlap Auto Supply Co Dallas, Texas Fry & McGill Motor Supply Co....Denver, Colo. Interstate Electric Co., Ltd....New Orleans, La. Pennsylvania Rubber & Supply Co. .Cleveland, O. Manufacturers’ Supplies Co Philadelphia, Pa. Reinhard Brothers Co., Inc....\inneapolis, Minn. Canadian Fairbanks-Morse Co., and all principal Canadian Cities. W. J. Connell Boston, Mass. Pred Camopbell................../88): Loais, Me. oe See Des Moines, Ia. jos. ©. Pecans Co., Inc.......:: New York, N. Y. Elyea-Austell Co Wheeler & Schebler Detroit, Mich. Wheeler & Schebler................. Chicago, II. Weinstock-Nichols Co........San Francisco, Cal. Weinstock-Nichols Co.......... Los Angeles, Cal. Wheeler & Schebler Indianapolis, Ind. ee ee ee ee ee ee es 7. ues A AR Pe Ra aw” em merece When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE 81 In every line of business there is a pioneer. And many, many followers. There was a time when un- known, cheaply-made imitations were boughi—when “just-as-good” talk was believed. But the ideas of the buying public have changed. Experience has changed them. And of all classes of buyers, motorists are among the wisest. Their experience has been the most costly. Today motorists buy with open eyes. They know what they want. They get it. Motorists know the Klaxon. If not from actual experience— they know the Klaxon from the experience of their friends. Klaxon quality has been proved; Klaxon warnability demon- strated; Klaxon service verified. It is hard to convince buyers that Klaxon satisfaction can be bought for less than Klaxon price. For it can’t. Lovell-McConnell Mfg Company Newark,N.J..USA. KLAXCIN (alt ————— ed, “Che Public Safety Signal” ee ae a KLAXONET KLAXON in This advertisement planned, written and set up entirely in the Klaxon Factory. Type composition by the Klaxon Preas with “Klaxon” type especially designed by Goudy. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motar Age.

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MOTOR AGE Monarch of the Szxes. Doors 22 inches wide. Deep, luxurious up- holstering—hand- buffed leather. Six comfortable seats. Weight - 3250 pounds— carried low. This with even distribution of weight insures the greatest tire economy and easiest riding qualities. |Silk mohair top built streamline to harmonize with body. Nickel trimmings pre- epared against rust and tarnish- ing. Tankin rear absolurely accessible avoiding danger ofspilling gaso- line in front of car. Underslung rear springs 56 inches long. Full float- ing rear axle. pects to wait. Immediate Deliveries on 1915 Models At the present time and during the fall months a great many dealers will be begging their pros- They will be obliged to do this because their manufacturers have not yet shipped them their next year cars. The Lewis Six 1915 models are now ready for delivery. Lewis dealers are now taking advant- age of this fact and will be getting the late sum- mer and fall trade while the other fellow is still How About You? Do you want to cash in on this ready for deliv- ery, year-in-advance Six? It is the biggest, handsomest automobile that has ever been of- fered for $1600. Read the specifications and be waiting. convinced. A dealer’s prospectus will be sent to you by return mail if you ask for it. Better write for it today. It’s a “money-maker”—it explains in detail all the co-operation that we offer to Lewis dealers. L. P. C. MOTOR COMPANY 13Cram Street Racine, Wisconsin When Writing to Advertisers, Please Left hand drive, rain vision wind- shield, electric starter, electric lights, electric horn. Spark and throt- tle on steering wheel. Foot accelerator. Long stroke 6-cylinder monobloc motor (3x6), assuring cor- tinuous, perfect align- ment of crank shaft and therefore long life ofthe motor. Vacuum gasoline feed with auxiliary supply which can be used only by turning safety valve. True streamline body (French). 16 to 18 miles on one gallon of gasoline. Wheel base 135 inches. Short turning radius. Speed without shift 2 to 60 miles per hour. Demountable rims (one extra). Road clearance 11 inches. Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE 53 ae yon) [Se | g Refi B48 ss Cc * ou Can 5 Stand Pat i * WithaHand ~=aP" Like This There are four business cards that can’t be beaten. Bluffs and four-flushes hold no terrors for such a hand. \\, eS) has played the winning hand since Electric Lighting and Starting Systems were first introduced for use on gas cars. Imitators have played bluffs and four-flushers have quit in disgust, but EByA9 continues to merit the esteem of the car manufacturer as well as the car owner. Willard Storage Battery Company, Cleveland, Ohio New York Branch: 228-230 W. 58th St. Detroit Branch: 736-740 Woodward Ave. Chicago Branch: 2241 Michigan Ave. San Francisco Branch: 821 Monadnock Bldg. Indianapolis Branch: 318 No. Illinois Avenue SERVICE STATIONS IN ALL PRINCIPAL CITIES IN THE UNITED STATES, CANADA, AND MEXICO (110) When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE RISCOE $750 with complete equipment—elec- tric lighting generator and elec- tric self-starter, top and boot, windshield, speedometer — $900 f. o. b. factory Jackson, Mich. Well! Dealer and Public Certainly Have Confidence in Briscoe! Of course we expected that our first public announcement of the Briscoe car would arouse interest, but we certainly were not prepared for the deluge of in- quiries from all parts of the country that is pouring into the factory. “The first French car at an American price” has certainly caught the fancy of both dealer and public. We were afraid that it would sound almost too good to be true. And even now we want to emphasize right here that Benjamin Bris- coe stands back of this new car with all the reputation gained by 15 vears of successful automobile construction. And you know Briscoe. Here’s a car with all the grace and beauty of design in which the French ad- mittedly excel—not copied, mind you, but an original masterpiece of the best French engineers. And here, in addition, are American mechanical skill and American efficiency in manufacturing, dovetailed, so as to permit the production of the Briscoe car on a large scale at a price which, value for value, defies competition. The prospective buyer’s eyesight furnishes one of the greatest taiking points of the car. When you first see it you don’t think of it solely as a piece of mech- anism, but as a thing of beauty. There will be a public demand for Briscoe cars by the hundred wherever motor cars are sold. We want to get in touch with live dealers everywhere---dealers who are equipped to go out and cash in on a big proposition. There’ll be advertising, of course—a good big campaign—and there’s the highest-grade, most distinctive small car you ever saw—bar none. Write, wire or come in to the factory. BRISCOE MOTOR COMPANY, Jackson, Mich. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE 7 gg BRISCOE $750 with complete equipment—elec- tric lighting generator and elec- tric self-starter, top and boot, windshield, speedometer — $900 f. o. b. factory Jackson, Mich. — Was» ar > Ve | A y. The First French Car at an American Price Although the Briscoe is a new car in its presentation to the American public, it is not by any means new in the sense of being untried or untested. It has been under way for three years. In that time we nave subjected every detail of materials, construction and workmanship to the most exhaustive tests. Too many new cars have been offered to the public without such tests, and the buyer has been left to discover the “bugs,” if there were any. | We weren't willing to put out the Briscoe car on any such basis. We waited until we knew beyond the shadow of a doubt that every part of the car was in design, material, finish and workmanship best fitted to give maximum efficiency and satisfaction to the owner. It’s right, from radiator to rear axle. Briscoe Factory, Organization and Ideals Today the public very wisely gives careful thought to these things—and in them the Briscoe yields supremacy to none. It is the output of combined facilities at Jackson which from long experience have reached the highest standards of production. This group of plants is equipped with over $1,000,000 worth of the most up-to-date automobile machinery. It occupies a 30-acre tract. And every department is under the close personal supervision of experts. No company is better equipped for right production and proper service. SPECIFICATIONS: WHEEL BASE: 107 inches. SIZE CYLINDERS: 3%x5% (80x PAINTING: French grey. TREAD WIDTH: 56 inches. 130). TRANSMISSION: Unit with motor. WEIGHT OF CAR: 1700 pounds. AXLES: Front, Continental type; rear, full floating. MOTOR: Bloc “L” head type. Get in quick touch with us by wire or letter. believing.”’ 3 POINT SUSPENSION. CAPACITY; 5 passenger touring car; 2 passenger roadster. UPHOLSTERY: High leather. quality SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse, se- lective, center control. CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone. STEERING: Either right or left side. Come in to the factory if you can, for “seeing is BRISCOE MOTOR COMPANY, Jackson, Mich. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE What Riggs Saw Ghe Jeffery Chesterheld Six DEALER who sells a $5,000 motor car of genuine quality cannot consist- A ently offer from the same salesroom a car for a thousand or two which is not only light in weight, but in quality also, and lacking in style, character and distinctive beauty. The Thomas B. Jeffery Company has built a four cylinder car and a six cylin- der car which the best dealers in the country can be proud to offer, because in their respective fields their standards of quality, style and beauty are fully on a par with the best foreign and American cars at any price. That’s why so many dealers selling cars known as the Aristocrats of the American market came to Kenosha this week to attend the big dealers’ confer- ence, and went home with signed territorial contracts tucked securely in their inside pockets and a broad smile of satisfaction on their faces. They recognize in the Jeffery line, as did Riggs, the foundation for a big, successful business. In every territory in the United States the Jeffery Company wants nothing but the most successful dealer. Jeffery helps make them successful. The Jeffery Chesterfield Six is a car designed to make its strongest appeal to people of refinement and good taste. And the Jeffery engineers have put into it that same high grade quality, style and distinctive beauty of design to which the buyers of the best Foreign and American cars are accustomed. The principal features alone will make you want to know more about the complete Jeffery line, and the selling helps in Jeffery’s campaign to make money for their dealers. High speed, high efficiency, six cylinder European type motor, 35-42 H. P., worm drive, full floating rear axle, Bijur starting and lighting system (used by the Packard), four speed and reverse transmission, Bosch ignition cables and plugs, three plate dry disc clutch, cantilever springs, Rich tungsten steel valves, Rayfield carburetor, crowned fenders, one man top, Chesterfield full French streamline body, 122 inch wheel base, weight 2850 pounds. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE 37 1 “Exactly My Ideal... Just what we have been look- ing for... A fitting Consort for our Packard line... The last word in motor car design and construction” i | ik ‘ “Jeffery Motor Trucks—Three quarter ton— NCL \ One and one half ton Jeffery Quad.” [ The Thomas B. Jeffery Company i Main Office and Works, Kenosha, Wisconsin HH v When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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38 MOTOR AGE The New 36-‘Four”’ KISSELKAR. Every Inch a Car & 2 € The First High Grade, Full Sized Man- ufactured Car at a Popular e (With either 2 door or P rice $145 standard 4 door body) ERE it is, a fully equipped, regular sized MANUFACTURED automobile of established high grade at $1450—a hitherto unapproached price for a car of this class, size and specifications—the first single compartment two-door touring car, readily converted into a closed coach for winter driving—a family carriage for all-year service without the expense of changing bodies. Kissel-built in every main essential in one plant, of the same high grade materials, and by the same careful methods that have justified the KisselKar eminence among upper class automobiles. Not an assembled car, mind, but a manufactured car that stands out as a strikingly conspicuous value when compared with others in the field selling for as much or more. The Right Weight—a Great Engine Every bit of unnecessary weight has been eliminated from the “36,” but not an ounce taken out where it is needed for safety, strength and long service, or at the expense of comfort—for an easy riding car, one that holds the road, must have prop- erly balanced weight. No car in America of its class can be operated more economically. a powerful 4144x5'% motor of great flexibility— It has the best engine Kissel ever built silent, compact and capable. The riding qualities of this car are superb—it has all the con- veniences—every accepted me- chanical improvement. It has style and beauty, and plenty of room. Back of this great car lies the same experience, the same permanence, the same integ- rity, the same responsibility,. the same thoroughness, the same keen regard for reputa- tion and good will that have won for the KisselKar its en- viable position in the $3000 and $2500 fields. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE 59 Here is Quality and Refinement in Big Measure ANALYZE—If you are motor-wise and will analyze and compare, you will appreciate the KisselKar “36.” CONSTRUCTION—If you know steels, workmanship and the importance of perfect balance, you will appreciate the construction of the KisselKar “36.” CONVENIENCE—If you have deplored the necessity of either garaging your car during cold weather or buying a separate closed body, with the incidental expense of making a change twice a year, you will appreciate the convenience of the detachable top that is furnished at small additional cost with the KisselKar “36.” VALUE—If you have been looking for a popular priced manufactured car, built as carefully and expertly as cars of higher cost, you will appreciate the value of the KisselKar “36.” COMFORT—If you have sought vainly in other cars for your conception of easy riding, quiet operation and freedom from vibration, you will appreciate the riding comfort of the KisselKar “36.” FLEXIBILITY—lIf you have wished for a car that will take the hardest hills on high, and slow down to a pedestrian’s pace without changing gears, you will appreciate the flexi- bility of the KisselKar ‘36.” ECONOMY-—TIf you realize that a car to be economical must live long, depreciate slowly, be reasonably easy on tires and fuel, and be therefore of medium weight, you will appreciate the economy of the KisselKar “36.” BEAUTY—If you are critical and exacting in regard to ap- pearance and refinement, you will appreciate the beauty of the KisselKar ‘36.” COMPLETENESS—If you demand the newest mechanical improvements, such, for instance, as springs guaranteed against center breakage, vacuum fuel feed, dimming head- lights, automatic spark advance, and other up-to-the-minute innovations, you will appreciate the completeness of the KisselKar “36.” PRICE—The KISSELKAR 36-“Four” at $1450 fulfills, in every respect, the full measure of value expected by far- seeing men who have prophesied that a capable and complete manufactured car of recognized upper-class would one day be offered at a much lower price. The All-Year Car KisselKar Detachable Top on Two-Door Body At but slight additional cost, the KisselKar Detachable Top transforms the open car to a closed car for winter driving without the necessity of changing bodies. For $350 additional, a Detachable Top is furnished with the two-door 36-“Four” touring KisselKar, thus converting it into a perfect Sedan —the ideal family car for winter. Without the cost of two separate bodies or the expense and delay of employing a carriage maker twice a year to make the changes, the KisselKar 36-“Four” is fitted to all-year service. The owner, with the assistance of one other person, can attach or detach this top without the slightest trouble—no tools but a wrench and screw driver are required. No sacrifice of any of the luxuries of the finest closed coaches has been necessary—electric dome and cor- ner lights and every nicety of equipment is retained. Material and workmanship of the best throughout. Small sockets, concealed beneath the trimming of the touring body and top, meet at six points and are fastened together with bolts. Dowel plates attached to the upper doors are screwed to the lower doors. Electric wiring is automatically connected as the top and lower bodies meet. Hinges are concealed—ventilation is perfect. Would you think of expending from $1500 to $1800 for an automo- bile without taking advantage of this opportunity to secure a car that will meet all your requirements for open driving in summer, and that can be quickly turned into an_ elegant closed Sedan for use during the win- ter months? KisselKar distributors at leading points are now prepared to show you the 36-“Four” —- also the new 48-“Six” with the two-door body and detachable top or Standard four-door—and the 60-“Six,” America’s leading big, popular priced “Six.” See a dealer or write for descriptive and illustrated portfolio. KISSEL MOTOR CAR CO., 121 KISSEL AVENUE, HARTFORD, WISCONSIN BOSTON, NEW YORK, CHICAGO, MILWAUKEE, KANSAS CITY, MINNEAPOLIS, ST. PAUL, DALLAS, SAN FRANCISCO, LOS ANGELES, OAK- LAND, Philadelphia, Salt Lake City, Detroit, St. Louis, Houston, El Paso, New Orleans, Washington, Baltimore, Nashville, Duluth, Buffalo, Pitts- burgh, Hartford, Conn.; New Haven, Albany, Troy, Rochester, Providence, Marshalltown, Ia.; Omaha, Hastings, Neb.; Madison, Montreal, Quebec, ronto, Winnipeg, Calgary and 300 other principal points throughout America. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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the price cutting war that is now rag- ing—but even they have their limit. When the car maker’s limit is reached, it’s up to you Mr. Dealer to sacrifice your profits and in some instance to pocket a loss—or tie up your money in cars that you cannot move. There are going to be a lot of cars sold next season—some of them regardless of profit—on others the price will be maintained and the dealer will make his legitimate profit. Because the Moline-Knight is a Knight- motored car and naturally does not come in sharp competition with the poppet valved cars—because it has few competitors in its price range—because it sells to men of means who will readily pay for value received—the Moline- Knight will be a satisfactory money maker for you to sell. peony er xclusive sales arguments—a car of clas ond distance n—the Berens sa pene pa ur most s before you make your n sideratio sah sng More Flexibility Speed wine Jolt | | ETAT TTU TTT ETATU TTT rs, Pleas ton

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Re MM | | ll a | | a il Cn, | nN | | | | | Il | | | ii l | a | | | Mi al ) AVUMAVUVVVVNHHTHAVALOVOQUVENHENOVOVAVOQOOOSSQHOOQQAOHLOGOCGSOQQOQQOROOOQOOQQQQOGOQOQAOOQAGEOQOQGQQOQQQGOQOOOQ0Q08QS00ARUAROQRQE¢ 900000000000 0000000000000 00000 i i Hi ) NNT nn MOTOR AGE a l : ee eT ag Sa NA i Sales \ 4) helps that help sell cars The Knight Motor is no longer ll ing Gig I YU iil i considered an experiment in this Ui - Us country—it has come to stay and must be reckoned with. As a Moline-Knight dealer you will not only be backed up by a sales creating advertising campaign in the best national publications, but liberal arrangement will be made in regard to your local news- paper advertising, circularizing your prospects and furnishing you with suit- able, attractive, descriptive literature. In the matter of deliveries, too, you will be amply protected. Get our plan in detail—learn just how we propose to make the agency for the Moline- Knight profitable for you. ce UTD a ee o oe Ha | eT | C | a i cn i A AD? ny ML E ui Write today ua i | oh ce for prices TTD gall torres The streamline body with its dis- tinctive foreign air,the ample room and luxurious upholstery, the pow- erful, noiseless Knight Motor of extreme flexibility — all combine to make the Moline-Knight a car that appeals to even the most fastidious buyer who demands power, endurance, economy and quality. In the Moline-Knight you get the world’s greatest motor—the motor that smashed all records for power and endurance before the Automobile Club of America. Get our proposition—write today. In asking for our plan, prices and terms you obligate yourself in no way. Act now—let us hear from you by return mail. Moline Automobile Company, East Moline, Ill. A ul L mn IN TMT et i MII AH i ll HA Hl HA AAA i HA WIM ll iu SANTANA AANA i Huu a When Writing to Advertis . Please Mention Motor Ag “me rE " i ) one ly wy - vl | inh il in | | iil HA i II! \| Hi Hh | | |

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MOTOR AGE The application of engineering science to the manufacture of Sheldon Products is the domi- nating reason why they invariably give superior efficiency and longer service in the hands of users. ‘68 SPRIENGS & Springs are and always have been flexible bodies having no one set of dimensions, for no standard of design can serve efficiently for all conditions. While in the earlier days of the Sheldon Axle Company’s activities their spring products were manufactured for use on horse-drawn vehicles, and while this type of vehicle presents a comparatively simple set of conditions as compared with motor driven vehicles, nevertheless the work of Sheldon engineers in solving the various. engineering conditions — metallurgy and so forth — was of the most practical value as a basis upon which to undertake the production of really efficient automobile springs. In marked contrast to the usual practice of devoting noth- ing more than slip-shod attention to the engineering phase of spring manufacture, the policy of the Sheldon Axle Com- pany stands out in sharp relief. This policy of developing vehicle springs along engineering lines has drawn to the Sheldon Axle Company the best of this particular kind of brains and the work of Sheldon engi- neers always has been backed and inspired not only by a company of great financial responsibility, but one which worked along the most progressive lines. All of the foregoing is merely a stage setting for the idea which we want to plant in your mind. It is this: SHELDON SPRINGS REPRESENT THE DEVEL- OPMENT WHICH ENGINEERING SCIENCE CAN ACCOMPLISH IN PERFECTING A COMMERCIAL UTILITY. They mark the passing of old “rule of thumb” methods, wherein brawn and fallible human guesswork held precedent over micrometer methods and the exactness of engineering science. So that today the user of Sheldon Springs gets an intelli- gently designed product, manufactured under the most advanced methods of the spring maker’s art, specially adapted to the particular requirements his problem presents. SHELDON AXLE CO., Makers of Springs and Axles for Heavy Duty Service for more than 50 years When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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gi- ich dea 1 L- AL ds, ent ing s]1i- ost ted 9 Ny Ly ¥ | | | wl li | nr | MOTOR AGE 63 The development of Sheldon Worm Gear Axles and the degree of perfection to which they have been brought evidences more than anything else the truth of the statement we have made, viz., Sheldon Products—Worm Gear Axles, Front Axle Springs, Brake and Radius Rod Equipments—are the products of an engineering organization. 3 WORM GEAR AXLES 63 The work of Sheldon engineers is admirably and economically supplemented by a manufacturing or- ganization second to none in the world—working with a factory and an equipment which is as modern and up-to-date as money and brains can get together. The analysis of the main elements of Sheldon Axle construction will substantiate not only the truth of our statement, but the fact that Sheldon Design is funda- mentally correct. When it was decided that the Sheldon Axle Com- pany would manufacture a worm gear axle, Sheldon engineers began with a clean slate and their first efforts were directed towards securing the most efficient de- sign. Exhaustive studies of every type of worm gear axles were made and the design which finally was ap- proved by them embodies more points of practical axle excellence than any other, either here or abroad. Although the Sheldon Worm Gear Axle design shows an influence of foreign practice, it also embodies points which indicate that a most extensive study of American road and load conditions has been made, and all such conditions provided for. As we have said before many times, Sheldon Worm Gear Axles have been designed and built solely to give greatest possible service to their users—not to sell any one type of bearing. Wilkesbarre, Penna. CHICAGO, 122 S. Michigan Blvd. | SAN FRANCISCO, 444 Market St. DETROIT, 1215 Woodward Ave. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE Find Out Coupo" BBER co., Ohio. Your REPUBLIC RU = Youngstow™, d out, 1 1 want topepublic. proposition fa) pili ossi- oO obligations, what profit P with n fiers me. eee oe at ®

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Complete Line Fourers 4& Sixes 11250-72350 Four Chassis ~ lO Body Styles A Car hes Every Class of Buyer A Buyer for Every Class of Car H. L. McCLAREN, Pres. 6& Gen. Mgr. F. L. MITCHELL - Treasurer J.W.BATE, Vice-Pres. Gen. Fac. Mgr. W.H. ARMSTRONG - _ Secretary W. T. LEWIS, Second Vice-President O. C. FRIEND, General Sales Manager Established 1834 Racine, Wis, U.S.A.

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MR. JOHN W.. BATE, our First Vice-President and Chief Engineer, who designed in 1912 the famous Mitchell ‘‘Baby Six,’’ the first Light ‘‘Six’’ offered the public ata popular price, has produced in the 1915 Mitchell ‘‘Light Four’’ a masterpiece in engineering. HE “LIGHT FOUR,” at no sacrifice in strength, underweighs other cars of the same size and power from 300 to 500 pounds. “Light Weight, but Safety First’”’ has been our slogan; equals in appearance the higher-priced streamline products of the best European body builders; possesses the ‘‘pull’’ and ee s° Coase 59 . . . eagerness) of a Six’’ combined with the pocket-saving economy of cars of half its size; is simple enough to be understand- able to the sheerest novice, and accessible enough to be cared for by its owner; comfortable in its seating accommodations, affording plenty of sprawl room to passengers in front seat as well as back; 1 equipment complete with every modern motoring convenience, and with luxuries usually associated with only the higher-priced cars. And, as one of our dealers put it, ‘“‘She’// sell Just as easily as she rides!” The ‘Light Four’’ is a BIG car, small in price —no matter from what angle you look at it. & © o | C 4 ' i Le - p of "1

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ell Masterpiece , who ylic ata eering. affording is back; in ience, and riced cars. el sell in. price k at it. Read the value expressed in the following specifications: Motor— 35 horse-power, L-head, light weight, long stroke, high-speed, high-efh- ciency, four-cylinder, 4x5%4. Wb-el-Base — 116 inches. _ Axles— Front, one-piece I-beam forg- ing; rear, full floating type. Ignition — Mitchel! breaker and distribu- tor system. Carbureter— Automatic, specially designed. Clutch— Cone type, pressed steel, chrome leather-faced, of ingenious construction, in- suring smooth, velvet-like engagement. Lubrication — Combination circuiating and splash system. Transmission — Selective sliding gear type, three speeds forward, one reverse; final drive, by bevel pinion and gear; differ- ential, bevel gear type. Brakes — 4 in number, 2 on hand lever, 2 on foot lever, external contracting and internal expanding, with equalizer. Drive — Left hand, large 18-in. steering wheel with finger grips; control, center. Wheels— Extra large artillery type; rims, demountable; tires, 34x4. Springs— Front, semi-elliptic, 40x2; rear, three-quarter elliptic, 50x24 ; very long and easy riding, underslung. Frame — Pressed steel. 18-gallon gasoline tank in cowl. Equipment — Electric sei*-starter, elec- tric lights, power tire pump, electric horn, cold weather primer, speedometer, rain vision, two-piece, built-in windshield, license plate bracket, foot rest, robe rail, one-man mohair top, quick action side curtains, portable light- ing lamp, extra tire carrier, complete equip- ment of tools, ete.

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Four 2-passenger roadster, or 5-passenger touring car at $1595 or with 6-passenger touring body at $1695, is a popular model with motor- ists desiring a more Powerful car than our “Light Four,’’ yet not quite in- clined to pay the necessarily higher price’ for a ‘Six.’” Our Special Four carries one of the most powerful 4-cylinder motors ever in- corporated in the design of a stock car. Specifications: 40 H.-P., T-head, 4-cylinder motor, 44%x7; Wheel- “base, 120 inches; Tires, 36x41. Electrically started and lighted. Complete up-to-date equip- ment throughout. "Tro 1915 MITCHELL Special HE 1915 Mitchell Special Six, 2-passenger roadster or 5- passenger touring car at $1895, or 6- passenger touring car at $1995, is-de- signed for that class of motorists who demand speed, flexibility ona power in all kinds of ‘‘going.’’ Will maintain good average oui in the face of the — adverse conditions of road and grade. Specifications: 50 H. P., T-head, 6-cylinder motor, 44% x6; Wheel-base 132 inches; Tires 36x4%. Electrically started and lighted. Complete, up-to-date eguipment throughout. pie MITCHELL “‘Six De A] Luxe’’ 7-passenger touring car o¢ 99 '&é at $2350, expresses the last 6 De Luxe v, word in design, speed and power. Luxuriously appointed. A MIT- CHELL thoroughbred from tires to top, from radiator to tail lights. A man’s car, possessing a world of power. Specifications: 60 H. P., T-head, 6-cylinder motor, 444x 7; Wheel-base, 144 in.; Tires 37x5; Electrically started and lighted; complete, up-to-date equipment. DEALERS: Consider the advantages to be derived’ from handling a complete line of cars with 80 years’ manufacturing experience and stability back of them. Consider what it means to do busi- ness with One organization, to look to them for selling support, for advertising co-operation, for service and repairs. The 1915 Mitchell line, in price and quality, will meet any competition. The cars are right, the prices are right, the organization is right. Wire or write Dept. Kg5 now. Mitchell Letts Motor bor ‘Racine, Wis, U.S.A.

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MOTOR AGE Ball Bearing Efficiency! US. Roller Bearing Deficiency! CHAPTER I. Lest we RAND PRIX RACES are the world’s blue ribbon motoring events, hence, the winning of them is the master motor builders’ heart’s desire. The American Grand Prix at Indianapolis on May 30th, and the French Grand Prix at Lyons on July 4th were both, as usual, won on cars fit- ted with ball bearings, thus again in these classic motor events of the year, indicating their use and demonstrating their superiority. Emphasizing the use of ball bearings still fur- ther, the American and European Grand Prix winners, and the runners up, the first three cars in each event, were equipped with ball bearings. Five Hundred Miles at Indianapolis in 6.03.45, the new world’s record of 82.47 M.P.H., shows that ball bearings produce long sustained and ex- treme speed in a track race. We do not know what make of ball bearing was used there, but the maker thereof deserves the credit, and it is here acknowledged. Four Hundred and Sixty-Seven and One-Half Miles at Lyons in 7.08.18, an average of 65.55 M.P.H., in a rough, country road race, filled with curves, shows endurance and strength in the component parts of a racing car, and the speed is wonderful when it is considered that the Mer- cedes motors were fitted with only a 3.6 x 6.4 motor, averaging 2700 R.P.M., with a fuel limita- tion of fourteen miles to the gallon, and a maxi- mum weight limit of 2,425 Ibs, Motor Age calls the French Grand Prix ‘‘The world’s greatest speed classic,’’ and says further that, ‘‘the theories of minimum weight have been long since exploded. For they are relics of the days when it was asserted that a car must have weight in order to hold the roads at high speeds. It is now proven that it is not weight that holds the car on the road at high speed, but rather the careful balance of the car, coupled with the elimi- nation of vibration as well as due attention to the suspension.”’ When Writing to Advertisers forget— Automobile says—‘‘It was a clean sweep of the German Eagle, in fact, never before has any one make captured the first three places of so import- ant a racing event, and that but eleven of the thirty-eight cars to start were able to finish, proves the gruelling nature of the struggle. All the cars showed a decided trend towards the use of ball bearings—and only one used roller bearings."’ All three of the winners, one, two, three, Mercedes racers, were fitted exclusively with F. & S. Ball Bearings, and ‘‘all of the cars were the epitome of the best that Europe can provide in design and construction.”’ Motor Age says—‘‘All Europe is today asking why some of these features of design cannot be incorporated in stock cars, and claiming that if small motors can show the speed, power, reliabil- ity in a Four Hundred and Sixty-Seven Mile race, they should be satisfactory in regular car service."’ The Editor of Motor says—‘‘We must accept the Indianapolis Speedway as a great laboratory, a test-room for the working out of engineering problems.—It furnishes the test of strength and weakness in narrow spaces, and in so doing, con- centrates the attention of builders on these very . points. It is believed to be true that the economy ' of the foreign car is much greater than that of the average American product. The American people are demanding economical operation with greater persistency and in greater numbers.”’ The moral of the two great Grand Prix racing events distinctly points towards the use of high grade, and high cost ball bearings, if.conservation of energy is desired. Sv] a" °S “iM en Rede? Bearings 2590 West Fifty-fourth, New York , Pleage Mention Motor Age.

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Have no equals for speed and power. Made to fit any engine, any thread. Stone Insulation is prac- ldkerc VIM am Olalelact-W.¢-Cel (=m UR alropecMaal-tdalele Mey m-t-t-1-1aat bly renders Vesuvius Plugs absolutely gas tight and insures perfect adjustment of sparking exe} pak a-w A.R.MOSLER & C2 NEW YORK > re & Sur Key ma ney The for the Lk: frig aT: wh lut

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MOTOR AGE 69 The Sure Cure for Lighting, Troubles

NOW is the time to change You don’t have to fool along with un- — satisfactory light. You don’t have to leave | your car in the repair shop—pay for continuous “service” or wait for an “expert” to search for -R= mysterious troubles. | Get Safe, Saving, Satisfactory |— Prest-O-Lite ry Follow the example of thousands of other wise __ }{jj|ll/!’ ala motorists. Tell your dealer to take out all the ex- mi perimental, complicated, delicate, unsatisfactory system and go back to Prest-O-Lite. Did you ever hear of the same electric lighting system being used on the same make of.car for more than a year? OG Prest-O-Lite saves weight, gives greater engine )) power, never fails suddenly, OTT TY 9) i

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MOTOR AGE It isn’t alone the quality of materials and workmanship that makes for the superiority of the special Eisemann sys- tem for Ford cars, for the cleverness of design that makes the system so simple and so easy to install is:also of funda- mental importance in the excellency of the unit. ' In this connection it should be borne in mind that the most inexperienced mechanic or Ford owner can install the Ford Sy stem Eisemann system with ease and celerity. ° There is nothing complicated about the Simple and Easy work nor are there any changes to be made in the car. to Install And installed it’ gives to its users the very finest magneto outfit it is possible to produce for any car regardless of price. It is a quality outfit all the way through. The Eisemann Magneto Co. Sales and General Offices 32-33d St., Brooklyn, N. Y. New York Indianapolis, Ind. Detroit, Mich, 123 W. 52d St. 514.N. Capitol Ave. 802 Woodward Ave. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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SULT EEE iT Se NEW MODEL “9” $1250 ROADSTER or TOURING MOTOR AGE — “I im" TEPOECUEET ECC ee Gearless TransmissionTriumph FULLY EQUIPPED, INCLUDING DELCO ELEC. TRIC STARTER, ELECTRIC LIGHTS AND HORN The New Cartercar and the New Cartercar Policy ITH the advent of the new season, August 1, 1914, the man- ufacturers of the gearless transmission Cartercars announce that their policy will be to concentrate all the energy of their present efficient organization on the production of but one model chassis and this on the embodiment of all the distinguishing fea- tures of the other Cartercars The Success Behind the Gearless Transmission This Cartercar transmission consists of a flat copper disk revolved by the engine and a fibre faced wheel. They grip when rolled together, the edge of the wheel against the face of the disc, and the result is transmission by fric- tion instead of cogs. For twelve years this form of trans- mission has earned the confidence of its makers and the public. It has proven itself equal to the emergencies and most satisfying under adverse con- ditions. Model Nine has all the sturdy quali- ties of the gearless transmission com- bined with the added attractiveness of neat lines and complete equipment. Beauty and Comfort The cowl dash meets with perfect symmetry the tapered hood. The streamline effect, the deep cushions, the big tires, the extra roomy body, all add touches of grace and ease. Write for our Folder Model “9” Features The Gearless Transmission, Trim Stream-line Body. Colors—Raven Blue or Cartercar Gray. Delco Electric Starter, Electric Lights and Horn, Economical, extra powered motor, Big Tires (33x4 in.), Rear Tires, non-skid type. Genuine Leather Upholstery. Double Deck Seat Springs. Dimming Searchlights. New Instrument Board with all controls, fuel gauges, etc., in- dent in plain sight. Horn Button on Wheel. New Two-Way Ventilating Rain Vision Windshield. Extra Safe Brakes, Mohair Top, New ‘“‘Inside’’ Cur- tains, License Tag Holders, Extra Demountable Rim. yet better than any of them. 40% Better Performance The motor is a marvel of power and economy. The bore is 3% inches and the stroke 5 inches, with the resultant increase in pulling power and the decrease in the consumption of fuel. The head is de- tachable, making access easy when necessary. The gear ratio of Model “9” is 4 to 1, which makes the New Cartercar fully 40% better in performance on low as well as on high speeds. Backed by the flexibility and powerful leverage of the gearless transmission it has a strength unsurpassed by any other car of any price. The Biggest Value If we did not confine our output to this one model chassis and at the same time greatly increase the production, we could not possibly sell this splendid Cartercar for $1250. It is the biggest value ever offered in our twelve years’ experience. describing Model ‘‘9.’’ A card will bring it CARTERCAR COMPANY, Pontiac, Michigan BRANCHES IN CHICAGO, DETROIT, KANSAS CITY AND ATLANTA When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. ™ nil val .

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72 1915 Chalmers Cars ail “Sixes” Exclusilvelye | m NY P Light “Six” — 5-Passenger, $1850 MOTOR AGE a) sae alll a q * ; an ee) “ igh” $ ye / 7 a New body styles, refinements of detail, continued use of the well-tried Chalmers chassis, and a slight increase in price. These are the striking features of the Chalmers line for 1915 The Chalmers “Light Six” is now offered in both five and six-passenger types with new bodies of latest style and design—in every way a distinguished car. The five- passenger model is a big, roomy car in com- parison with high powered “Sixes,” but not skimped in design. The six-passenger model—at $1900—is a car of exceptional grace and roominess, with an entirely new, luxurious and distinc- tive body. The tonneau is fitted with Pull- man disappearing seats. Doors are unusually wide. The body is a new type of exclusive Chalmers design. This “Light Six” is the proved 1915 car. 3600 of these cars have been driven an aggregate of 3,000,000 miles and they have universally made good. When we first announced this car we priced the five-passenger car at $1800. We have since added a few detailed improvements and made some changes which have increased the manufacturing cost approxi- mately $50. So beginning August Ist the price of the 5 passenger model became $1850. At the new price our factory profit remains the same. The “Master Six’”’ of Them All The new 1915 Chalmers “Master Six”—$2400—will be pro- duced in limited quantities for those who seek the fullest luxury of power and size in a motor car. ~ Master “Six” Torpedo, $2400 For 1915 the “Master Six” is offered in two body types, the 4-passenger Torpedo and the 7-passenger Touring Car. Both types are unusually beautiful and distinc- tive. The price of either type is $2400. The four-passenger Torpedo is a most distinctive car. It has exclusive style and dash. The beautiful new body has a single door on either side. Front seats are divided, the doors being in the center of the body. This is a man’s car of universal style and smartness, built lower than usual, giving it a foreign, racy appearance and making it distinctive among other cars. The “Master Six” 7-passenger Touring Car is a big, roomy car, for those who drive an automobile of maximum carrying capacity. The lines of the 7-pas- senger body are the same as those of the Torpedo. Chalmers Cars— Quality Cars “Quality First” will continue to be the guiding principle of Chalmers manufacture for the coming season. It is to carry out this principle even further than in the past that we have raised the Chalmers prices. The Chalmers Company is not competing and never has competed with other cars on a “price” basis. Our past ex- perience has shown us that each year there are enough people to whom “quality” is first and “price” secondary, to buy more Chalmers cars than we can make. So the Chalmers Company is one of those sure enough of its market to continue cars on a “quality” basis rather than on a “price” basis. The new prices, $1850 for the Chalmers “Light Six” and $2400 for the “Master Six,” mean no more profit per car to us, but they mean to you even more value in the future than in the past. See These Cars Arrange with your local dealer to see these Chal- mers “Sixes.” Take a ride in the car that appeals to you most. Place your order early. The production of Chalmers Master “Sixes” is limited and will not fill the demand. “Light Six” 7-Pass. Touring Car...... $1900 “Light Six’ 7-Pass. Limousine....... “Light Six’? 5-Pass. Sedan........... Chalmers Motor Company, Detroit When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE For nine years the name ATWATER KENT has been identified with scientific ignition de- velopment. Since 1905 the system that bears this name has been carefully and painstak- ingly evolved until today — with the general adoption, of battery ignition in place of the OP ee y J as AN pwater Keng is the one modern ignition device which em- bodies long experience in this difficult field. A finished and proved product. When you adopt Atwater Kent Ignition you are not experimenting—you are making a cer- tain sure change to better ignition than you have ever known. Don’t take our word for it —prove it in comparative test. Ask any Atwater Kent user! Don’t envy the owner or the manufacturer of a sweet-running car—equip with Atwater Kent Ignition and have one. Address Dept. “A” Atwater Kent Mfg. Works 7 4934 Stenton Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE Herff-Brooks Six--$1375 6 Cylinders, 50 H. P. Motor 4"x44" 124" Wheelbase One Man Top Honeycomb Radiator Wheel 34"x4" Goodyear Tires Timken and New Depart- Six Cylinders ure Bearings Bosch D U High Tension Electric Starting and Magneto Lighting . 18" Folding Down Steering Demountable Rims Stewart Speedometer Seven Bearing Crankshaft Headlight Dimmers Complete Equipment The Smashing Value of the Year The Herff-Brooks dealer fears no competi- tion. His car compares most favorably with any Six within a wide range of its price, and the Herff-Brooks price is lower. Trade follows price, and the stream of cus- tomers entering your lower-priced competi- tors’ doors will turn into your door when you show the $1375 Herff-Brooks Six. That’s why this Six is the smashing value of the year. All over this country it will be breaking up plans for buying higher priced sixes and turning trade to the Herff-Brooks dealer. There is something new under the sun. The Herff-Brooks Six is a new ideal of a fine car at a low price. It means bigger profits and a better trade for many dealers, and a new idea of value for many buyers. Come to Indianapolis at our Expense E will gladly pay the railroad fare of any dealer who, coming to Indianapolis and finding our facilities as we state, makes a dealer’s agreement with us. No dealer ever inspected the home of Herff-Brooks car with- out joining forces with us. The $1100 Herff-Brooks Four bpd cylinders One man top -horsepower ” ” Motor 4%4’x5” 4 x al net la Bosch high tension mag- ewart speedometer neto D U system 118” wheelbase a * wee steering ia * New Depar- ure bearings Electric lights & startin: Sansunenas rims wit Five crankshaft bearings extra rim Headlight dimmers Stromberg carburetor Complete equipment Model “6-50” $1375 The Herff-Brooks Corporation, Indianapolis, Indiana Write for Catalog MA When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. a a om a ee ee ‘a fENMGWA . fa UMN NEIQOD OA

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MOTOR AGE OOZES ; 200 LISD OOo Ol iO @) ( PHO ANG Ole Ose Saye: ees What R. I. V. Mean To a Motor Car Upon the efficiency of the bear- ings depend the satisfactory and economical operation of a motor car—gasoline or electric. Hence, manufacturers as well as purchasers of high grade motor cars demand Ball Bearings of proven efficiency. R. I. V. Bearings are today the equipment of practically every high class car, because their structural advantages are as valu- able as they are exclusive. R. I. V. Retainer originated by R. I. V. Engineers years ago is now being adopted as a new fea- ture by many makers. R. I. V. COMPANY S. W. Cor. 57th St. & Broadway, New York Imported Since 1904 LOPLy Joi! When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE The NEW SIX 5-Passenger $1385 In Canada $1750 7-Passenger $1450 In Canada $1825 Powerful, silent, small bore, long etrolen: motor, 3%x5 inches; 150 pounds lighter; 15x2% inch brakes; 84x4 inch Goodrich tires on Q. D. demountable rims, Safety Tread on rear; more room in front and rear; one-man type top; full-floating rear axle; full equipment of Timken bearings; 24 finishing operations; wheelbase 121 inches. New FOUR Roadster $985 ari EE In Canada $1250 ~~ 2 A three-seated Roadster that actually seats three grown persons in perfect comfort. Driver’s seat set slightly forward. Special top. Baggage compartment at rear, etc. Same general speci- fications as FOUR Touring Car. 5 = « New FOUR Touring Car $985 In Canada $1250 [Sean KF Powerful, silent motor, 3%x5 inches, small bore, long stroke; crowned fenders; special dimming headlights; 100 pounds lighter; 12x2% inch brakes; generous room, $3x4 inch Good- rich tires on Q. D. demountable rims, Safety Tread on rear; one-man type top; full floating rear axle; full equipment of Timken bearings; 24 finishing operations. Automobiles TUDEBAKER dealers everywhere are of the progressive, prosperous and permanent type of business men. They enjoy steady business day in and day out, year in and year out. They are not in the motor car business today and some other line of busi- ness tomorrow. They know motor car values and the ins-and-outs of thé business. That is why they are Studebaker dealers. Studebaker cars are » manufactured practically complete in Studebaker plants. The Studebaker organization, is we believe, the most efficient unit in the entire motor car industry. Its co-operation with Studebaker deal- ers along the line of sales, of service and of advertising is broader ‘in its scope and more helpful in character than is the co-operation enjoyed by any other class of dealers. That is why Studebaker dealers are invariably successful dealers. That is why Studebaker territory is at a premium. That is why there is in many parts of the country an actual waiting list of responsible dealers anxious to secure Studebaker representation. Many divisions and subdivisions of territory are being made in various parts of the country making a few very desirable openings for respon- sible dealer connections. Dealers visiting Detroit are cordi- ally invited to inspect the Stude- baker plants and investigate Stude- baker manufacturing and_ sales methods. STUDEBAKER, Detroit “Quantity Production of Quality Cars” See ee a ae ee When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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$9.50 to $15.00°' ~ PARTON ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN HAND OPERATED SIGNAL The motorist cannot afford to depend on a good enough warning signal. When the time comes for action, he must have a horn that will compel quick, unthinking, instantaneous jumping—such is the discordant, action- compelling growl of the SPARTON when the button is pushed home. On country stretches a good pressure on the button produces a warning clarion that can be heard a mile down the road, giving everyone time to get out of the way. On city streets a light touch produces an inoffensive, but authoritative command, warning people at close range. Hand Hand Operated ff A tf Operated $7.00 = | & $7.00 and . Barrera and $8.00 7 <a 68.00 The Sparks-Withington Co., Jackson, Mich.

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MOTOR AGE We have on hand | one-half million HB---DWF Ball Bearings ready for immediate delivery. The Hess-Bright Manufacturing Company Philadelphia, Pa..

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MOTOR AGE HIGH anf MASTER VIBRATORS LOW TENSION ROAD SMOOTHERS MAGNEJOS AUTO LOCKS With Your Eyes Shut Yat You Can Safely Buy ROAD SMOOTHERS Reg. U. S. Pat. Off. Quickly Applied to your Ford Car Like the Master Vibrator and other K-W Products, K-W Road Smoothers are BUILT UP TO A STANDARD, not down to a price. Go to your nearest dealer—ask him to show you how the helical spring takes up shock, the air cushion cham- ber with the carefully made piston checks rebound— how the anti-side motion links prevent side-motion and the chassis from getting out of alignment—how this combination Smooths out the Roughest Roads. Then tell your dealer to put a set on your car. He will do it promptly, but you don’t have to wait and inspect your set. We do that at the factory not once, but at every stage of manufacture. K-W Quality K-W Road Smoothers are all of one quality and built the K-W way. Of course you get phosphor bronze bushings throughout — high grade heat treated drop forgings and electric smelted vanadium steel springs, but you get far more. You get that K-W guarantee for satisfactory, “no worry’ service.—Ask any one of the half million users of K-W products what this service is. K-W Road Smoothers are sold by dealers who know the difference, everywhere, at one price. Beware of imitations. There is only one Road Smoother. Look for the name K-W Road Smoothers. ne OF FOUR ONE FOR EACH WHEEL If your dealer cannot supply you, sent direct on receipt of price. Write for booklet, ‘“‘Taking Out the Bumps.” HEADLIGHTING ream? Muacels Oe Us IS oe it an) ro I SPARK PLUGS When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE GRAN $425 Fully Equipped The New Price Explained Following a well defined policy, out- lined at the beginning of our organiza- tion, Grant Motor Company promised to reduce the list price of the Grant Roadster to the limit just as soon as quantity production would minimize the cost of materials. That Time is Now We have manufactured and shipped thousands of Grant Cars to every sec- tion of the United States and Canada. Grant representation exists in every country in the world. With our unexcelled factory and thor- ough, rigid, economical manufacturing methods, we have arrived at a produc- tion cost whereby we can sell the Grant Car at $425, and still maintain the high standard of quality and equipment. Think Of It $425 A complete car, supplied with every item of equipment, not a thing omitted, and what is more to the point, a car that has made good in the hands of thousands of owners, is yours at the merely nom- inal price of $425. Read These 4 Cylinder Motor. °fe « 21 Horse Power. Specifications , : Swiss Magneto. Sliding Gear Transmission. Cone Clutch. Bull Nosed Radiator. 34 Floating Rear Axle. Keeping Our Promises Old Price of $495 Reduced | .4 7X DL! i = f {/(¢ Aa{iis ZO \\ m or) eg tee NANG j i — Mt al 1A ee The First High Grade Low Priced Car The Grant at $495 was the first high grade, low priced car, and the best value ever offered for the money. At $425 The Biggest Value The Grant at $425 represents the most remarkable value ever offered the auto- mobile buying public and will serve as the standard for a long time to come. We Welcome Comparison Compare it with any low priced car. Its competitor does not exist. One look will convince you. Its power, its speed, its beautiful lines, its perfect spring suspension, its roominess, its general quick appeal to your taste, will eliminate from consideration the other fellow’s machine. Equipped with the famous Allis-Chal- mers lighting and starting system, including electric )() horn, the retail price is only Wire Wheels. Full Fenders and Aprons. 30 miles to gallon. We have some territory left, not a great deal. If you want to “get in,” address Dept. D. GRANT MOTOR COMPANY Findlay, Ohio When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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SLUUNUONCUOOUHUOUUOON0NAEOCUEEEUCCEEESECUEAEGEAEEEE EAA SA) AHHHVUUAUUUANUNNUUAQNNOUHQENNUONONEOGOOONEGAOOONOGUOONOOUOOONUOOOOENEOOOOONOOGOONOOGOEOROUGSOOOGGOONOOGGSOUOOGOOONOOGOGOOOOGOOOOOOGOOOOGOOEREOGOOO OT LEE MOTOR AGE Country driving even at moderate speeds over ordinaryroadsisvery hard on the bearings of your car. The jolts, twisting and road shocks that a car gets are carried fo the bearings of the axles and frans- mission. Ayatt Quiet Bearings, by cushioning road shocks, absorbing vibrations and keeping gears and shafts in alignment, relieve the surrounding mechanism of undue strains. Two books, one about motor car bearingsin general for prospective purchasers, the other for automobile owners, will be sent -n request. “‘Hyatt Quiet Bearings” eEetTrRoryTvT. OHICAG When Writing io Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. Sn _SINMNUNUUNUNIUONOIOIEGUCOUGEOUOOAEOOSOCOUUUGEUEOUOUG OU i 8!

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Luxury Without Undue Expense OUR stay in New York will be attended by utmost comfort com- bined with reasonable expense if you live at the McAlpin. For while the McAlpin is the largest and safest of the great hotels of the world the mod- eration of its charges is notable. At Broadway and 34th Street—only a block from the Pennsylvania Termi- nal and a short distance from the Grand Central Station—with car lines reaching everywhere at its very doors —the McAlpin is the focal point of New York’s activities. Only across the street are many of the city’s best shops—theatres are right at hand— executive offices of great corporations can be quickly reached or consultations at the Mc- Alpin made mutually convenient. Added, are many features unique in modern hotels, Hydro-therapeutic Baths, Women’s Floor, Men’s Lounge, etc.—and the earnest endeavor of a hotel organization intent on making your stay enjoyable. Do not fail to visit New York’s most notable hotel. Management of MERRY & BOOMER HOTEL M°ALPIN Herald Square NEW YORK ‘Neascr than ing to Everything MOTOR AGE New, Revised and Enlarged Edition, Showing All Recent Improvements. The Modern Gasoline Automobile Its Construction, Operation, Maintenance and Repair ; * | THe MoDERNGASOLINE! |) AUTOMOBIL ; { } } By VICTOR W. PAGE, M.E. 11 LARGE FOLDING PLATES Over 800 Pages 575 Illustrations Price $2.50 A late and complete treatise on the Gasoline Auto- mobile. Written in simple language by a recognized authority, familiar with every branch of the automo- bile industry. sree from technical terms. Every- thing is explained so simply that anyone of average intelligence may gain a comprehensive knowledge of the gasoline automobile. The information is up-to- date and includes, in addition to an exposition of principles of construction and description of all types of automobiles and their components, valuable money- saving hints on the care and operation of motor cars propelled by internal combustion engines. To the 1914 Revised Edition Entirely new material has been added on tractors in three and four wheel forms, cyclecars and agricultural tractors or automobile plows; combination gasoline- electric drive, front-wheel and four-wheel drive and steer systems and other important developments in power propelled vehicles. The discussion of power transmission methods has been augmented by con- sideration of the skew bevel gear and two-speed direct drive rear axle, as well as several new forms of worm gear drive. The subject of electrical motor starting systems has been considered at length and all leading systems and their components described. A discussion on ball and roller bearings, their maintenance and in- stallation, has also been included, and a number of other features of timely interest such as latest types of gasoline and kerosene carburetors, cyclecar power plants, the Fischer slide valve motor, detachable wire wheels, etc., have been added to bring the work thor- oughly up to date. The book tells you just what to do, how and when to do it. Every part of the automobile, its equipment, accessories, tools, supplies, spare parts necessary, etc., have been discussed comprehensively. If you are or intend to become a motorist, or are in any way interested in the modern gasoline automobile, this is a book you cannot afford to be without. Not too Technical for the Layman— Not too Elementary for the More Expert CLASS JOURNAL COMPANY 910 S. Michigan Avenue Chicago, Illinois (15) nARnAnARnnwrweenesanserr O38 0 OOOO esse eee es When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mentiow Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE Model “30” 1915 $1195 "THE Glide for 1915 is alive with selling features. The rear seat has been widened to standard width of highest priced cars. The touring car has no break or offset where the cowl joinsthe body, giving full stream line body. Bear in mind that car buyers are inquiring closely into the standing of the com- pany who makes the car they buy. The Glide is built in one of the largest in- dustrial plants in the country. The cutting of manufacturer’s overhead, concentration on one model and largely in- creased sales have enabled us to offer extraor- dinary selling value. A multiple disc clutch is now used in place of a cone clutch. Study these features: WestinghouseElectricStart- Demountable Rims ing and Lighting System _ Floating Rear Axle Dimming Headlights Continental Long Stroke Motor, Enclosed Valves Unit Power Plant Left Side Drive Stream Line Body, Con- cealed Hinges Center Control Levers Gasoline Tank in Dash 114 in. Wheel Base Goodyear No-Rim-Cut Tires Built-in Wind Shield—No Braces or Mohair Top Stewart Speedometer Electric Horn Instrument Board on Rear Edge of Cowl With the above we include a spare demountable rim, tool kit, jack and flash lamp, and give you a year’s guarantee on the car. Write at once forcatalog and full list of specifications. Wecan put you in position to offer you more selling points than you can find in any other car at the price. If your territory isn’t covered by a Glide man get our proposition now. Ridein a Glide and then decide. The Bartholomew Co. 215 Glide Street Peoria, Illinois « 4 D “ by) i) > = 83 | ENGINE DRIVEN TIRE PUMP Weight, 7 Pounds Half Size Isn’tlt More Consistent in your use of your car to let the motor do all the hard work? The same power that speeds you over the road can just as well also re- lieve you of the toil of pumping your tires. is a thoroughly well-built machine for inflat- ing tires and has been adopted as standard equipment by many of the best car builders. Why not put one on your car? Easily and quickly installed, by the aid of standard fit- tings. Think of the service it will render you in handling punctures, in preventing rim-cuts—in generally lengthening the life of your tires. The Manzel Tire Pump is honestly built. You will find that in design and construction it fully measures up to your motor. The Manzel Tire Pump belongs on every completely equipped car. Write today for full information. Manzel Bros. Company 306 Babcock Street, Buffalo, N. Y. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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84 MOTOR AGE \Going! After 400 miles, the tire is cut by a sharp stone or a piece of glass. oing' After 800 miles, the hole is still.further enlarged and dirt has'been forced under the tread, forming a “sand-pocket.” one! After 1200 miles the inner- tube has blown clear through the casing—throw it into the junk-heap. f The small cut or little hole exposes the fabric to sand and water—causing sand pockets, and rotting the fabric. The outside coating of rubber on an automobile tire is in- tended to protect the “carcass” or fabric of the tire from wear and water. Keep the protecting coating of rubber in good condition and you -will greatly increase your mileage. SRALER Vulcanizer Trebles Your Mileage You can repair any puncture, blow-out, tear or hole in a few minutes with a Shaler Vulcanizer and make the repair the strongest part of the tire. Remember that your old tire might just as well have run 10,000 miles. The new one will run 10,000 miles if you vulcanize it with a Shaler. Prevent Blow-Outs and Save Repair Bills by keeping your tires in sound condition. Every time you seal a cut or repair a hole in your casing you prevent a blow-out—and possibly a serious accident—that is bound to occur if the cut is left open and the fabric exposed to dirt and water. A little in- telligent care of your tires will pay big returns in the saving of repair bills and increased mileage. Get Our Free Book, “Care and Repair of Tires” Every motorist needs it, because it tells what to do for every kind of tire trouble and gives valuable hints about the care of tires. Catalogue gives full information about our complete line of vulcanizers—Electric—Gasoline—Alcohol and Steam for every ee of the motorists’ use at home and public garage service. C. A. SHALER COMPANY 231 Fourth Street Waupun, Wis. Canadian Distributors, John Millen & Son, Ltd., Toronto, Winnipeg, Montreal, Vancouver, Victoria The Largest Manufacturers of Vulcanizers in the World ’ Strongest at center where the greatest strain comes Guaranteed Absolutely Against Center. Breakage The Tuthill Titanic Spring is guaran- teed absolutely and unreservedly against breakage at the center—where 75% of all springs snap. We do not qualify this guarantee by saying, “breakage caused by defects in material or workmanship,” but if any Tuthill Titanic ever breaks at the center, a very remote possibility, it will be-replaced free, and express charges on the new spring will be paid by us. Using the highest quality of steel— eliminating the center bolt—giving each spring a series of rigid tests—these are a few of the reasons why we can make an unbreakable spring—and guarantee it positively not to break at the center. And this guarantee is supplemented by the regular guarantee that goes with all Tut- hill Springs, Titanic or otherwise. Guaranteed Absolutely Against Center Breakage The knowledge that the springs in your car won’t break when you are miles from a repair shop is worth far more than a whole pocketful of neatly engraved guarantees. What you want is a spring that won’t break—that’s why you should specify that the springs on your new car be Tuthill Titanics, or when you have the old springs on your car replaced. Tuthill Special Repair Service _ While the Tuthill Titanic is unbreakable, at the same time we maintain a large Service Department for the prompt repairing of springs of other makes which do break. We keep a Tuthill Titanic in stock for practically every make and model of car, and can express it on a moment’s notice. This service enables the repair man to build up a bi replacement business, as the Pathill Titanic is Bn Mok | in quality by any other spring, it costs less, and the profit is larger. And the Tuthill Titanic makes a satisfied cus- tomer and keeps him so. Write for price list. TUTHILL SPRING CO. 762 Polk Street Chicago 1727 Tuthill Titanics are guaranteed not to break at center When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. Oy

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MOTOR AGE E EXTINGUISHER 15% Reduction In Your Insurance Premium and PROTECTION From the Dangers and Annoyances of Fires on the Road if your caris Pyrene-Equipped I Your new car will be Pyrene-equipped at the factory if you demand it. All leading Insurance Companies allow 15% reduction on the Fire Insurance Premiums of Pyrene-equipped motor cars, which reduction was originated by The Aetna Accident and Liability Co. and The Automobile Insurance Co. of Hartford, Conn. Collisions happen and the overturning of an auto is not infrequent and figes follow, threaten- ing the lives of passengers2unable to extricate themselves. The Pyrene Fare Extinguisher ac- cessibly located may be the:teans of saving the lives of your companions. Ask that your new car be Pyrenaquipped at the factory. AT ALL FIRST CLASS SUPPLY DEALERS Brass and Nickel-Plated Pyrene Fire Extinguishers are the only one-quart Fire extinguishers included in the iists of Approved Fire Appliances issued by the National Board of Fire Underwriters. Pyrene Manufacturing Co., 1358 Broadway, New York Offices in all principal cities Thousands of Automobiles are covered with genuine Pantasote Thousands of satisfied car owners are protected from the summer sun by a Pantasote top. And they know it will keep off rain and snow next winter just as well. Pantasote is made with 2 main objects in view— To wear longest— To keep looking new. No matter what the climatic con- ditions or how rough the usage— Pantasote will last as long as your car. No matter if your top is spattered with mud and road oil, a little soap and water will keep it looking new. There are other good features which you want to know about Pantasote. Write today for “What’s What in Top Materials.” It’s an interesting booklet, rips open and dissects all kinds of top material, Pantasote included. It will be sent without charge on receipt of your address. Warning—This label on your Top means Genuine Pantasote — the Top covering that STAYS like new in actual service. This label is sure protection. Many surface- coated materials are misleading, for they LOOK like Pantasote when NEW. The Pantasote Company 82 Bowling Green Bldg. New York Citv When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. 85

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Sounds like a lot of money —IT IS—A WHOLE LOT of MONEY to be earning CLEAR every month—yet it’s what hundreds of men we have estab- lished in the Automobile Tire Repair Business are making. You let down the DRAW BRIDGE for SUCCESS to enter into your career by getting into business for your- self. The business for you is the one where in- vestment is small—the returns quick and for cash — where the margin of profit is large —the demand for vour PRODUCT or SERVICE constant and ever on the increase. A HAYWOOD TIRE REPAIR EQUIPMENT answers to all of these requirements of Old Dame For- tune—The certainty of success in this business is as sure as anything in this world can be—Each year adds thousands of new Automobile Owners—they need YOU to keep their tires in service. Here Is Your Opportunity! Be first to enter this new, big paying business in your town. Open your pockets. Let the dollars pour in. Act quick. Every auto sold means more tires to mend. Automobile business is growing fast—enormous field for tire repairing. Punctures and blowouts are com- mon. Tires need retreading and vulcanizing. Something going wrong all the time. Thousands forced to buy new tires because they can’t get old ones fixed. Think of the old bicycle days—repair shops on every corner —all making money—busy day and night. Autos make same proposition over again—only ten times bigger and better. Users of Haywood Tire Repair Plants are making big money. Johnson, Tex., writes: “I have made as high as $18 ina day.” Another man who bought a plant September, 1911, writes he has cleared over $3000.00. That’s going some! Operate a plant as side line in connection with auto business—garage or as an independent business. Find neighborhood where there’s a bunch of autos—get all the steady business besides transient work. Experience unnecessary. You learn quick. Simply follow directions—practice a few days on a couple of old tires and you'll be ready to coin money. Business comes fast and easy. Repair Tires At Home ~ Start Now is Man fe Making Young men! and _ boys e repair father’s tires — get ‘money he pays garage man. Get the neighbor’s work. Make money to attend college or to start a garage and repair busi- ness. Business Keeps oming Auto Owners— Repair your own tires—save money—pay for your outfit in short time. We have outfits for home use. Any- how, investigate. Send today for catalogue. See the wonderful pos- sibilities in this marvelous field. Learn of the enormous Yourself money-making opportunities in Where this fascinating new business. Man Is Haywood Tire & Equipment Co. 720 N. Capital Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. When Writing to Advertisers, MOTOR AGE SS, = SS WARNING The growing popularity of VELVET AB- SORBERS since their introduction in 1909 has flooded the market with an unusually large number of infringing devices—which we regard as inferior in material, construction and workmanship, but which are sometimes sold to unsuspecting owners and dealers at cut prices. We are taking legal measures to protect ourselves and the trade as fast as possible and in the meantime suggest that the trade look well into the merit of any cheap, ‘‘tinny”’ cushion type Absorbers that they may be asked to handle as well as obtain information as to whether or not it is infringing the origi- nal VELVET patents. Do not be fooled by imitation cushion type Absorbers consisting of a coiled spring en- closed by a tin can. Insist on the original successful cushion type Absorber, with four years of efficient service behind it. Time has proved that VELVET ABSORBERS ARE BUILT TO Last, not merely to sell. Distributors in all principal cities, Write us for catalogue and prices. John W. Blackledge Mfg. Co. Dept. B., 2110 Michigan Ave., Chicago oe Please Mention Motor Age.

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OPER NS me iy SOE sata aaa >; WANS a cS Tid on ¥h: a Pea MOTOR AGE EDISON MAZDA LAMP Service Stations “Service” is behind the Epison Lamp. Service in operation and service in obtaining the lamps. For the convenience of car own- ers Epison Mazpa Automobile Lamp Supply Stations are now es- tablished all over the country. At these Supply. Stations the motorist may obtain renewals—the right kind of lamp that will give the most efhcient and satisfactory service with the lighting system on the car. EDISON MAZDA Automohbile./amps may be obtained wherever an Ept- soN MAzpa service station or agency sign is seen. It is the progressive dealer, supply house or garage that displays this sign. Right there you will obtain other standardized ac- cessories that will give you maxi- mum service and _ satisfaction. Nearly every car owner when put- | ting in new bulbs insists on Ep1son Mazpas. They are backed by MazpA Service. Ask for what you want by name. “Be sure the lamps you buy bear the name Epison.” EDISON LAMP WORKS OF GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY 2) Caz’ General Sales Office Harrison, New Jersey. (4584) SSC Sherer. mba veety é eee joes Perhaps You Know the Hills of Pittsburgh! GENTLEMAN in that city wanted an electric car, but insisted that it must travel 50 miles with four passengers and then on the same charge climb the 17 per cent grade (250 feet longand including an S-shaped curve) to his house and garage. His other conditions were also severe. Three builders refused to quote and a fourth failed at 40 miles. One of the large vehicle manufacturers accepted the proposition on condition that the battery equipment be left entirely to them. Four passengers were carried over the specified 50 miles, up the steep grade and into the garage. The demonstration was thoroughly successful. The car was then taken out again without additional charging and was operated to a total of 78.9 miles. The confidence of the vehicle salesman was no mere optimism. He knew that a Gould Battery had driven a duplicate of the car in question 102 miles on a single charge. He had driven a heavier model 98 miles and a delivery truck 68 miles on single charges from Gould Batteries. To him the feat was easy—only dispelling fear created from other sources. All details necessary for complete investigation of the above performance will giadly be given for the asking. YOU too could get mileage from a Gould Battery that is invariably the most that could be expected from any'battery and at the same time you would be assured of a long battery life and a reliability that only our hard paste plate can give. Ask for prices and data on Gould renewal plates, which are made in sizes to fit jars of any make. Gould Storage Battery Co. General Offices: 30 E. 42d St. Works: New York City Depew, New York Boston—14-16 Cambria St. Chicago—225 E. 22nd St. Philadelphia—613 Betz Bldg. San Francisco—1448 Van Cleveland—1761-5 E. 18th St. Ness Ave. Detroit—88 E. Congress St. Los Angeles—110 E. Pico St. Agents in Washington, Rochester, Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Min- neapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City, Omaha, Denver, Topeka, Seattle CANADIAN REPRESENTATIVE: R. E. T. Pringle, Toronto, Montreal, Winnipeg, Vancouver Full stock of parts, plates and repairs carried by all offices and agents. 106 When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. 87

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$1.00 Will Insure Your Ford Car For Life Against Theft $1.00 is all a Bridges Ford Lock costs. It can be used to lock both the crank and engine, or may be used to lock steering wheel to quadrant so that even if car is started it will run in a circle only. Locked to the crank it prevents use of self- starter. The crank is pressed back into engagement with the engine shaft and then locked to the car spring, making it impossible to start the engine with the crank, or by other means. BRIDGES FORD LOCK Instantly attached or removed. No holes to drill. No mutilating of car. Can be handily carried in coat pocket—side pock- et of car door, or under seat. As well adapted for use with any make of car as for Fords. Cannot be broken or pried loose. Will pay ' for itself in the satisfaction it gives > etal that your car is always safe. Price, Complete with two _ keys, $1.00. At your dealers’ or sent di- rect on receipt of price. COCKRAN PIPE WRENCH MFG. COMPANY 7800 Woodlawn Ave., Chicago MOTOR AGE FORD OWNERS! Know at a Glance How Much Oil You Have in Your Crank-Case. Don’t crawl under the fender to open the petcock to see if you have a supply of lubricating oil. Use a Cockran Dash Oil Gauge and you will know just how much oil there is in your crank case at all times. This gauge never gets out of order. It is guaranteed for life. Take no chances of ruining your motor It comprises no glass to break, no packing to leak. A little brass pointer on the nickeled dash scale shows the amount of lubricating oil in the crank case. A metal float regulates the height of indicator on dash. Nothing to get out of order. Can be attached in a few minutes. No holes to drill. Made of best materials and nicely finished. Price, $2.00 each At Your Dealer’s or Direct on Receivt of Price Cockran Pipe Wrench Mfg. Co. 7800 WOODLAWN AVE. CHICAGO, U. S. A. oR OR 68 5 BPO S.. | DASH OIL GAUGE FOR FORD CARS ~= mem) | Questions and Answers QUESTIONS & ANSWERS RELATING TO MODERN — Automobile Design, Construction | Driving and Repair By VICTOR W. PAGE, M. E. This practical treatise consists of a series of thirty-six lessons, covering with nearly 2,000 questions and their answers—the automobile, its construction, operation and repair. The subject matter is absolutely correct and explained in simple language. If you can’t answer all of the following questions, you need this work. The answers to these and nearly 2,000 more are to be found in its pages. Give the name of all important parts of an automobile and describe their functions? Describe action of latest types of kerosene carburetors? What is the difference between a ‘*Double’’ ignition system and a ‘‘dual’’ ignition system? Name parts of an induction coil? How are valves timed? What is an electric motor starter and how does it work? What are advantages of worm drive gearing? Name all important types of ball and roller bearings? What is a ‘‘Three-quarter’’ floating axle? What is a two-speed axle? What is the Vulean electric gear shift? Name the causes of lost power in automobiles? Describe all noises due to deranged mechanism and give causes? How can you adjust a carburetor by the color of the exhaust gases? What causes ‘‘popping’’ in the carburetor? What tools and supplies are needed to equip a car? How do you drive various makes of cars? What is a differential lock and where is it used? Name different systems ’of wire wheel construction, ete., etc.? ; A valuable work written with special reference to the requirements of the non-technical reader desiring easily understood, explanatory matter relating to all branches of automobiling. The illustrations are distinctive, instructive and valuable, showing latest domestic and foreign practice. Answers every question asked relating to the modern automobile. Price, $1.50 Cloth CLASS JOURNAL COMPANY, 910 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago (16) When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE GABRIEL BERS make your car ride easy and last longer STANDARD FACTORY EQUIPMENT on the easiest-riding cars including White, Peerless, Stearns, Oldsmobile and Lozier ; par- tial or special equipment on over twenty other leaders. ENDORSED BY ALL LEADING AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERS as the scientifically correct device for eliminating jolts and jars —because Snubbers retard only the up-stroke of the springs, pre- venting abrupt or excessive rebound. They protect the car against rack and wear, and keep the passengers riding in com- fort on the seat instead of being bounced from it. AND THE PRICEIS ONLY $15, $20, $25, per set of four, two front and two rear; half that per pair. Tell us name and model of your car and let us quote size and price, and mail you full in- formation. Gabrie] Horn Mfg. Company, ‘ic:.'s" Cleveland, Ohio : =» [> : b SThMASTER Carbureler COPYRIGHTED NEVER ADJUST IT—ALWAYS TRUST IT and these are the reasons why: The Rotary Throttle The Hot Air System The Regulating Damper The Master Control The Fuel Distributer The Fuel Strainers We Claim: With all sincerity that no carbureter so good has ever been pro- duced in America, Europe or elsewhere. ne CARBURETER CORPORATION : woes §6=—s General Offices, Woodward & Hancock, Detroit, Mich. Write for Booklet When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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The Long Hill tells the Brake Lining Story “Down Brakes” all the way down a long, steep hill that would burn ordinary brake lining to a cinder—that’s the sort of work Thermoid is built for. wYDRAULIC COMPRESS Brake Lining 100% Thermoid is brake lining all through—as good inside as on the outside—good for a giant grip to the last ribbon-thin piece—stands up under high and long- continued pressures that break down and burn out other brake lining. Thermoid is guaranteed to grip more uniformly and last longer than ordinary brake lining—to be oil, gaso- line, water, heat and dirt-proof. Specify Thermoid Brake Lining for your new car— order it for re-lining on the car you’re running now. Our Guarantee: Thermoid will make good, or WE will. THERMOID RUBBER COMPANY Trenton, New Jersey, U. S. A. 8 39 QP" | FARE AN 60 tons of coal per day, that was the record made by this truck and a Troy Trailer. The truck alone delivered only 30 tons a day. The Trailer actually doubled the efficiency of this truck. There are thousands of cases where the Troy Trailer can increase the truck’s earning power as much or more than in this instance. Whether your hauls are long or short, ask for Bulletin M. The Troy Wagon Works Co. Clay Street, Troy, Miami Co., Ohio MOTOR AGE SPLITDORF PLUGS are the standard of PLUGDOM. All sizes—for all cylinders—for all purposes. Insist upon SPLITDORF— it’s neces- sary. SPLITDORF ELECTRICAL CO. TLANTA 10-12 E. at rris 10} BOSTON st Geen Epesk Pros Loe ANGELES 1215 S. G- Bove Be St. CH GO ain at ona St. NEWAR INGINNATI (all Race Bt NEWYORK wane 3 BES om matics RAN MINOCE” io Be KANSAS OITY ez? Grand Ave. TORONT 1 prosdway 469 NBUENOS Alnme te St Type P_ W Volt-Ammeter Siievestens 334” x 7% x 2” For Trouble Finding Every garage and every car owner should have a Westinghouse Portable Ammeter and Voltmeter Voltmeter. For testing condition of batteries; for locating open circuits, loose connections and grounds on the wiring system, etc. Ammeter. For testing lamps, lighting gene- rators, starting motors, charge and discharge of battery, etc. Westinghouse Type PW Portable Ammeters and Voltmeters are available either singly or as a combined volt-ammeter unit. They are made by the same skilled workmen and with the same care as our other high-grade portable meters. Full Particulars in Catalogue Section DS-956-B Westinghouse Electric & Mfg. Co. East Pittsburgh, Pa. Sales Offices in 45 American Cities When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. yy COM MM MLL TT flu Uy tty Ys Yi, DY: wy ibd VU

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VY CL ddd Mddtdde MOTOR AGE HE unvarying performance of the Zenith under every condition a carburetor is ever The Water Cure for Nozzles the variation of a small hole mean so much as in the spraying nozzle of the carburetor. This difference can- not be easily detected by gauges. It takes the Zenith “Water Cure” to show it up. Zenith tests each nozzle by a flow of water under constant pressure which is caught in a graduated measuring tube. This is testing the nozzle under condi- tions very similar to actual usage. Ina given time, a given size hole will give a certain amount of water. By holding the ING the varine else in a motor car does ddd gt forced to meet has led to its adop- tion by over 150 of the best known makes in Europe. There are many “reasons why.”’ Look them up in permitted variation to close limits abso- lute uniformity is se- : cured. That is why all Zenith carburetors of dd EqE@qEEE NL WM the new catalog. It’s yours on one size are inter- : request. changeable without ad- : justment. m \ \vt \ fax WL 7 Yretor | (ZENITED Careuretor Co. Derrort, Mict. A Fair Question Deserves a Fair Reply N designing your next car, the question of bearing equipment will, of course, receive the serious consideration so important a question deserves. In all fairness, New Departure ball bearings more than answer that question. It is a bearing of guaranteed quality, including high grade materials, accuracy of fin- ish, and uniformity of dimension. It is the product of an American factory with ample capacity for prompt and complete deliveries without liability of troublesome delays such as are sometimes experienced by manufacturers who buy their bearings abroad. Why not give New Departures a thorough tryout? A line from you will bring our literature and representative. May we send either or both and inform you fully of our proposition? The New Departure Manufacturing Company, Bristol, Conn. Western Branch, 1016-17 Ford Bldg., Detroit, Mich.

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SHOCK ABSORBER FOR FORD CARS

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PAT. APPLIED FOR U J This device checks the ordinary road shocks and regulates the rebound action of the springs. It also steadies the car body, largely eliminating

The adjustment for varying speed and load is formed in the air and needle-valves of a

You are not interested in the economy obtained by ex- perts on a three adjust- ment carburetor. Send for letters from our customers showing what you, YOUR- SELF, can get on your car. They are cut from solid metal, and can- not change or vary. Temperature changes the adjustment of all carburetors. This ONE and ONLY adjustment for temperature on the steering- post enables the drive. to keep a perfectly adjuste@. car- buretor from January ® Sep- tember, without a change of needles, nozzles, or ait-valves. Temperature is the <foe of economy. Motsinger Device Mfg. Co. 885 Putnam Street LAFAYETTE, IND.

side sway. Can be attached in ten minutes. No jacking up of car necessary. The Absorber is carefully made from the best materials and nicely finished in black hard rubber finish. Price $5.00 Each BOWEN MANUFACTURING CO. Auburn, N. Y. ADDRESS DEPT. B. ITH so many makers just W awakening to the advantages of high-grade four cylinder cars of medium weight, it is inter- esting to note that the Mercer Automobile Co. has always special- ized on cars of this type. The natural outcome of such specializa- tion is superiority—and it is a rec- ognized fact that Mercer cars are today leaders in the medium-weight field. Several desirable localities are open for exclusive agencies. Only the highest type of dealer will be considered MERCER AUTOMOBILE CO. 800 Whitehead Road, Trenton, N. J.

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The Delights of a Lake Trip OST after work is necessary to human endurance, and holidays are a wise economy. The Great Lakes of America offer more vacation opportunities than any other source in the country. The steamers of the Detroit and Cleveland Navigation Company operating to all im- portant ports are unrivalled in point of elegance, comfort and quality of service—the perfect freedom offered by the saloon and promenade decks, the commodious state rooms, luxurious furnishings and excel- lence of cuisine make life aboard these floating palaces a solace to the weary mind and body. Where You Can Go Daily service is operated between Detroit and Buffalo, Detroit and Cleveland; four trips weekly between Toledo, Detroit and Mackinac [sland, the historic summer resort of the North Country; and from June 25 to Sept. 10 a special steamer, two trips weekly, will be in com- mission between Cleveland and Mackinac Island, stopping only at Detroit every trip. During July and August special daylight trips between Detroit and Cleveland. From June 10 to Sept. 10—daily service between Toledo and Put-In-Bay. Railroad Tickets Available Tickets reading via any rail line between Detroit and Buffalo, Detroit and Cleveland will be honored for transportation on D. & C. Line Steamers in either direction. Send 2 cent stamp for illustrated pamphlet and Great Lakes Map. Address L. G. Lewis, G. P Detroit, Mich. DETROIT & CLEVELAND NAVIGATION CO. Philip H. McMillan, Pres. A. A. Schantz, Vice-Pres. and Gen. Mgr. General Offices, Detroit, Mich. Steamers arrive and depart from Third Avenue Wharf, Detroit. “9

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MOTOR AGE 93 “All these Prone of Soapy Water. Washing. haven't dulled it a bit “ Ea == | THE WHITNEY MFG.CO., HARTFORD, CONN,U.S.A. | = -Jalentine’s anadium arnishes “Whitney” Keys for Ford Gars wed et Vanadium Chassis Finishi For the Hood and a vance VASENTENES ‘ane In order to supply the demand for “Whitney” Keys for Ford cars we are now prepared,go furnish a box con- The Sign of a Good Paint Shop taining 12 keys especially assorted for Make sure you take your car to be repainted to a shop au hi will get a handsome job that will last. | these cars. ; f There pve naan - may to fudge « x. Bainter than by Each box contains a circular describ- Gite hastens oe Ge ee an a . 7 ° the country. It signifies that the ter uses ing each key, giving size and where VALENTINE’S PAINTING MATERIALS used. Every garage and repairman Valentine’s are a little higher in price, | Finishing on the hood, fenders, and : but the man who buys them and uses under parts of your car. This is the should have a box of these keys on pp ER fh ge ° results he secures. Write for our booklet, ‘“The Care hand. They cost little and are very Ask the painter to use Vanadium Chassis the Car’. convenient Painters and Garages—Send for the Valentine Transparency—Free 4 VALENTINE & ComPANy, 456 Fourth Ave., NEw York The Whitney Mie. Co. Largest Manufacturers of High-grade Varnishes in the World Hartford, Conn. wat (ALE Ts ES~= You cannot run your car with any old air pressure in to last “It’s an absolute Impossibility to ‘open up’ a plant ‘a P 2 and Immediately deliver efficient gear assembiles. Tires are built to with- “It takes time and experlence—especially experl- — . ence—to enable a concern to ship really dependable stand a definite and specified parts “This Is an undisputable fact, no matter what the business happens to be. “We are surely capable, In lleu of these facts, as for thirteen years we have been manufacturing auto- mobile gear parts for the most successful and best known motor car manufacturers In the country. “And listen, what Is more, we’ve been pleasing them In every particular. “Ig there any better proof of a product’s merit than one hundred per cent of satisfied customers? “Looks as If we ought to be able to please you too.” alr pressure. You can only get maximum service when you inflate them to the exact air pressure needed, and maintain that specific pressure at all times. WARNER ONE DOLLAR invested in the purchase of a SCHRADER UNIVERSAL TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE will save you hundreds of dollars for new tires ~« he ~IND. For Sale by Tire Mfgrs., Jobbers, Dealers, Garages or U ion C | = A. SCHRADER’S SON, Inc DETROIT OFFICE -678 FORD BL'D'G. , ’ ; J 783-791 Atlantic Ave. Brooklyn, N. Y. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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ca Make Your nfs! Ford Car Right Wound = Ri de Easier Bronze Rocker ( ox Add the pleasures and Plate comforts of easy riding to the dependability of your Ford car. Don’t let : “car fatigue’ caused by rough roads spoil a day’s motoring en- joyment. Equip your Ford .car with— BUCKEYE DE LUXE SHOCK ABSORBERS They knock the shock—give perfect results on any road, under any load. Constructed of best materials obtainable, including drop forgings, Bronze Rocker plates and Bronze bushings. Unlike other shock absorbers, they never sway when taking sharp curves. However rough the road, the downward motion on their spiral springs is always at right angles. Can be attached in one hour by any Ford owner. Price, per set of 4, $15.00. Per set of 2, $8.00. In ordering specify whether for Touring Car or Roadster. Order through your dealer or sent direct prepaid on receipt of remittance. Absolutely guaranteed. Dealers and Jobbers Wanted Everywhere MANUFACTURED BY THE CENTRAL BRASS & FIXTURE CO., Springfield, Ohio a ° a =e tO anaes, Takes the Jar Out of the Ford Car

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‘‘The car you always admire’’ Electrics stand alone as the town car. Their claim to the place they occupy is based upon exclusive fea- tures—three point motor suspension— direct drive—noiseless running and the wonderfully simple foot control. S ERVING a distinct need, Buffalo That’s only a few points. Our cata- logue explains others. Send us your name—today. Special inducements in _ localities where we are not represented. BUFFALO ELECTRIC VEHICLE COMPANY Successors to Babcock Electric Carriage Co. 1219 Main Street Buffalo, N. Y.

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N YAN SS ID NAXS23 o oh i i .) \\ieF? tle (Carry My Autowline’ = |'Under The Cushion” "WH Don’t think Basline Autowline heavy and of bulky, like Manila rope. Basline Autowline is about 25 feet of steel wire rope no larger than a lead pencil but just as strong, size for size, as world-famous Yellow Strand Powersteel rope that contractors use on great construction jobs everywhcre. Basline Autowline weighs but 4% pounds. Coils snugly, with slings and hooks, ready for instant attach- ing. Stowed under a cushion, where most motorists carry it— Basline Autowline “The Little Steel Rope With the Big Pull’’ is out of the way till you, or the other fellow, needs a tow; then it’s the handiest thing on the road. Basline Autowline is strong, flexible, long-lived; is no experiment but has already been se- verely tested by several years’ actual road service. Sold by all dealers. Price, east of Rocky Mountains, $3.95. Why not get a Basline Autowline? Some day you'll need it. FREE An illustrated circular telling ene all about Basline Autowline. Vi hie wasiine A \\ LY Autowline Reg. U.S

Broderick & Bascom Rope Co. 813 N. Second St., St. Louis, Mo. New York Office, 76 EK. Warren St. Manufacturers of famous Yellow Strand Powersteel Wire Rope, that is used by big con- tractors everywhere, 7

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Don’t Accept a “Just As Good” argument from the dealer; always insist on the zenuine LOOK FOR THIS MARK It’s your guide against substitution. TV -Ray ster = | ay Plug shown is our “MIKA” type, core being composed of spe- cially treated best white East India mica. All min- eral deposits culled out. The Flinting .

os Porcelain mpervious to Heat $ 00 and Oil paieinc Think ae ma aw Re means a ‘MIKA”’ $1.25 when ’ : used -_ All V-Ray Soe. Plugs are sold with a guarantee to give MORE POWER ON LESS GAS For sale at all dealers and jobbers, who wish to serve you best, The V-Ray Company Marshalltown, lowa

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MOTOR AGE The BENCH MACHINIST The Only Universal Combination Lathe, Miller and Drill in the World THREE IN ONE DOES THE WORK OF a $450 Miller, a $65 Drill and a $150 Lathe SPECIFICATIONS Does All Diameter of Spindle ................ 1” Small Machine Diameter of Pace Plate .....csccees 5” Diameter of Miller Arbor .......... %” Work OR TRI a6 os oc ines Sees ese ~~ ee ae” Taper in Spindle No. ne Takes Up Size o M5 dogl chavurs: Grihera eta 8 ea 30s 6”x9” 7 pe a ere ree eee 20” Very Little Height of Column over Bed......... 14” Space and erase, GUBROEOy UW 86. 6 ccs Cccccccgces %” ° Threading. oo ceeeeeeeereeeceees § to 82 Requires Very Shippin ee A PE 0 : . . Little Power Furnished complete with all equipment for turning ing, facing, gear-cutting, horizontal and ing, die-sinking, routing, etc. , thread- vertical milling, drill- The reasons for HERZ PLUG’S superiority to ordinary makes are definite and obvious. The insulation is DOUBLE hae The electrodes are PLATINUM-ALLOY. her FOUR SPARKING POINTS. HERZ PLUG is. SELF- CLEANING. It is GUARANTEED A FULL YEAR. Price, $1.50 Order from your dealer or HERZ & CO., 245 W. 55th St. (near B’way), New York 4 iN A Crying Need, Exaloted by Science || WESTON Model 301 i ei Ammeters HAW XHURST fie this Cowl 3 Price $125 Delivered anywhere only in United States Special power feed attachment (for use when spindle not in hori- zontal position), $17.50 additional. HUNT ENGINEERING & SALES AGENCY SOLE INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR 320 Lissner Building Los Angeles, Cal. 3 or Dashboard Devices Models Rolled From ; eae , Into One are specially built with a full knowledge of the exacting $6 to $15 requirements of automobile service. They are designed for continuous reliability and like all other Weston Models, are constructed with the most conscientious regard for Automatic FIRST COST “ mia for bee they are ee a F in Action ONLY COST eir serviceability, accuracy, and durability is vastly superior to that of any other small instrument and, in fact, their merits are so radical as to place them in a class which is distinctly their own. We should be glad to prove these statementsupon request. BURNS W ATER There is no better insurance for the automobile, or WOHMACWHPrOaA KAP H rH KC Pe starting and lighting equipment manufacturers, against ~. , dissatisfied owners or expensive claims, than to use . Weston Model 301. No More Carbon Trouble. 20 to 30 Per Cent More Miles It is an extremely high grade yet surprisingly inex- Per Gallon. Increased Power and Motor Ginger pensive instrument. For information address, Exclusive Agents Wanted in Unoccupied Territory Weston Electrical Instrument Co., Newark, N. J. HALLIWELL COMPANY New York Boston San Francisco Atlanta ? Berlin and 408 W. Pico Street 1436 Van Ness Ave 1710 Broadway Philadelphia Denver * Cleveland Toronto. yes LOS ANGELES SAN FRANCISCO SEATTLE When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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96 MOTOR AGE 2000 Ib. REPUBLIC TRUCK WITH EXPRESS BODY Alma Motor Truck Company Sales Office: 890 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich. Factories, ALMA, MICH. Service Stations, EVERYWHERE Republic Trucks More1914 pleasure car and commer- clal car models are equipped withSTROM- BERG Car- buretors than with any other make of car- A STROM- BERG. under the hood Is the hall mark of a QUAL.- ITY car. Write for free booklet containing “Reasons buretor. Why.” ** The Accepted Standard ’”’ Stromberg Motor Devices Company, 3,°2*' Chicago, fll. “Pass Them All” Motor Cars Send fer Pleasure or Commercial Catalogue KNOX MOTORS CO., SPRINGFIELD, MASS. | SAVE THE PRICE OF NEW MATTING, Are there unsightly holes in your floor covering back of pedals? You can cover them up with PYRMA at a cost of 75c each. They have a beautiful satin finish and are orna- mental as well as useful. Size 6x10% inches, with screw holes drilled, making it possible to attach in one minute. ‘ Leading dealers everywhere. METALLIC AUTOMOBILE MATTING CO. ROCHESTER, N. Y. wuAY RHAKEMAKKK EMH #Nordyke & Marmon Company B # Indianapolis (Established 1851) SAseset vss rasudsenGar ys SS RES Indiana Sw pOver Sixty Years of Successful Manufacturing} Ss ~ oN PADI ONS BENHAM 1X Continental 6 P motor, 48 H. P. Bosch Ignition. Brown-Lipe 4 speed forward transmission. Spicer Universal joints. Timken full floating rear axle. Timken front axle with Empico speedem- eter drive. Timken bearings throughout. Long radiator. One man top. Gemmer steering gear. Left drive, center control. Goedrich tires, 834x4%. Electric starting, generating and lighting. 180-inch wheelbase. 3,600 Ibs. Two pass., $2485; Five pass., $2485; Seven pass., $2535 BENHAM MRG. CO., Detroit, Mich. Brennan Standard High Grade Motors Large High Grade 4 Bearings Cycle Motors Long FOR Stroke - on more . 4 and 6 Warren, Cor- Cylinder bin, White Steam Care Our leaders and standard MODEL B makes of cars 414x5 and _ trucks, : also trans- MODEL M mission gears. 4x5 4 Cyl., 5x5, 40 H. P., 4 Cyl., 442x5, 35 H. P. BRENNAN MOTOR MFG.CO., Syracuse, N.Y. WINTON SIX 1915 Model 21 A car that rides like an ocean yacht. A motor with magnificent power, equal to any load or climb—as flexible as the hair spring of a watch, and nearly as quiet. Send for catalog. THE WINTON MOTOR CAR COMPANY 424 Berea Road, Cleveland, Ohio World’s First Maker of Siwes Exclusively When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE 97

Mars Motor Whistle The most powerful Automobile Signal ever known in the world. To be screwed in place of a compres- sion cup. No signal has ever been more in demand.

the shock absorbers that have made good on heavy and light cars alike. The adjustment feature found only on Coxajustos is the rea- son for their superiority. A simple twist of the wrist adjusts them to the load. There is a model especially for the Ford. Send for Folder Today. Address Dept. A. Cox Brass Mfg. Co., i373 Albany, N. Y. 1777 Broadway, New York City. 2637 Michigan Ave., Chicago, Ill. 870 Woodward Ave., Detroit Mich. 1216 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, Cal 899 Boylston St., Boston, Mass. Export Repre (33) sentative, Auto Supplies Export Co., 1779 Broad

Klaass & Sachtleben, Magdeburg, (Germany) way, New York City.

Electric Auto-Lite Starting—Lighting—Ignition

Electric Auto-Lite equipment for auto- Tae... ee mobiles is as famous for the service that “Oe anche isauades oak sastans sietnis Uae ovr ae backs it as for the reliability and economy SUE ras <onavcetaceabentetccarccmmanreriess tea of its operation. QOD. 5 s0tbccseacinn $1350 Delivery Wagon...... $1075 ELECTRIC AUTO-LITE COMPANY ee Home Office and Factory : Toledo, Ohio HUPP MOTOR CAR COMPANY New York Detroit Kansas City San Francisco 1228 Milwaukee Avenue Detroit, Michigan

We desire additional dealers where we do not have repre- 2 ? x . sentation at the present Maintains the correct lubricating time. A demonstration is a sure sale. Our policy is a body at any motor speed or heat liberal one. Our contract with — is ee" es years. rite or telegrap today—tomorrow may be too STANDARD OIL COMPANY late. (AN INDIANA CORPORATION) WAHL MOTOR COMPANY Completely Equipped ept.18 detroit, mich.

Master Vibrator “Cee For FORDS Save Money by Economizing Gasoline Four floating bronze ball valves opening automatically under different motor suctions supply a uniform mixture at Simple to install—Practically no adjustment— FO ee tale Bee ists ER see Sey PO Gives more power, flexibility and makes starting so many manufacturers are adopting this carburetor as standard equipment YY Made by the oldest manufacturers of carburetors in America | Yy ESTABLISHED 1895 CONNECTICUT arelephone | COMPANY Yy BYRNE, KINGSTON & ptemeaecna Kokomo, Ind. Meriden, Conn. Y YT _ easier. Price $9.00.

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MOTOR AGE A Complete Line 7m: Detroitef — $850 to $1050 Five Passenger Touring Car Enclosed Valves. Three Point Suspension, Unit Power Plant, Platform Rear Springs, Full Floating Rear Axle, Left Hand Drive, Center Control, Drop Frame, Large ires, Complete Ball Bearing Car. BRIGGS-DETROITER COMPANY, 455 HOLBROOK AVE., BETROIT, MICH. WRITE FOR SPECIFICATIONS —Perfectly easy, soft, luxurious riding over any road, at any speed, on Detroit pes Springs. Guaranteed two years. Send us : name and model of your car and we will forward booklet on springs. Detroit Steel Products Co., 22(0 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit, Mich. You can know these springs by this trade mark w= ee | OMFORF The Brown Jr. $7.00 For Fords and Other Small Cars BIG VALUE FOR LITTLE MONEY This little pump is made of grey iron bored and reamed. Can’t get out of order. Won’t overheat and stick in the cylinder. Always works. Pumps pure cool air. Saves your time, temper and tires. Wears forever. Nothing like it at anywhere near the price. Find out all about it. Your dealer or your neighbor knows; if not, ask us. THE BROWN COMPANY 120 Bellevue Ave., Syracuse, N. Y. METZ “Twenty-Two” Roadster ‘GLIDDEN. TOUR $495 Equipped Complete “= Gearless Transmission Fore-door body, extra thick tufted upholstery, plate glass rain-vision wind shield, left-hand drive with center control, 4-cylinder, 22% H.P. water-cooled motor, Bosch magneto, Prest-O- Lite tank, extension top, full elliptic springs, artillery wheels, best quality Goodrich clincher tires, 5 lamps, horn, pump, jack, tools. Speed, 50 miles per hour. Bests ‘em all at climbing hills. Secure EXCLUSIVE SALE in your territory. Write for terms and Catalog ‘‘K.” METZ COMPANY WALTHAM, MASS., U. S. A. Braender Tires @ Tubes SERVICE and SATISFACTION The Only set of Tires to complete the en- tire 500-mile race at Indianapolis, May 30, 1913. Consider that 88 Tires of other makes were changed in this Race. Our “Victory Folder’ explains other races. Braender Rubber & Tire Co. Main Office & Factory utherford, N. J. New York, 1987 B’way. Chicago, The Alfredal Co. Boston, Dayton Tire Co. Pittsburg, Keystone . Motor Supply Co. Indianapolis, Brant Bros. Co- Established Agents lumbus, O., Franklin Rubber Co. Troy, N. Y., G. Solicited H. Snyder. Newark, N. J., Ketcham & Lawrie. ontinenta Motors FOURS Model U, 2% x4 Model C, 44%x5% Model N, 3% x5 Model EB, 4%x5% Model N, 8% x5 Model T, 5 x5% Model C, 8%x5% Model T, 5%x5% SIXES Model 6-N, 8% x5 Model 6-P, Model 6-C, x5% 4%x5% = Continental Motor Mig. Co. Detroit, Michigan Factory Representative, K. F. Peter- * gon, 122 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. See our announcement this publication August 13th Issue The Laidlaw Company, Inc. , 126-132 West 46th Street New York Firestone Quick Detachable, Demountable Rims They were first; they are latest and best. For catalicly with reasons of Safety, Economy and Easy Opera- tion call on our nearest branch or write Firestone Tire & Rubber Company Akron, O, Branches and Dealers Everywhere When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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AEGISTERTO OIL PATEN® OFFICE The standard by which other lubricants are judged Keeps every moving part of the car in splendid condition—ad- heres to gear teeth and bearing surfaces—positively assures . smooth, quiet running—minimizes wear and tear and power losses to a remarkable degree—and almost eliminates friction— is not affected by temperature changes—will not clog up like ordinary grease nor waste off like free flowing oil. Write for free sample, or ask your dealer for orange- colored can bearing sprocket-wheel trade mark. NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY LUBRICANT CO. 1430 Michigan Ave., Chicago, Il. 165 Broadway, New York. Detachable _ WIRE WH The wheel that makes any car modern 1702 Elmwood Avenue, Houk Mfg.Company ‘"snmics’ For George W. Houk Co. (Licensed Under Rudge-Whitworth) MOTOR AGE Two goggles combined in one unit— for both day and night use. Upper half of goggle is green, lower part amber. Not celluloid! Indispensable for night driving against blinding headlight glare and for day driving in dazzling sunlight. Vision for night driving is through green member (brought into line of sight by slightly dipping the head). D imu Moa Full vision provided. Guaranteed to fit perfectly. Can be worn over spec- tacles. Bound in solid rubber. Self- adjusting head band. Price 75c per pair. Order through your dealer or direct. Dealers Wanted Every where DIMMER GOGGLE COMPANY Whiting Indiana -—" Pat. Applied For Safety and service—the two most important tire requirements—find their highest development in PENNSYLVANIA VACUUM! CUPYTIRES Oilproof—Skid-Safe—Guaranteed for 4,500 Miles Pennsylvania Rubber Co. Jeannette Pennsylvania Offices in All Principal Cities An Independent Company With an Independent Selling Policy THE RICHARD 96 Horse Power 80 Miles an Hour Rated at 25 horse-power—develops 96 horse power. Four cylinders, 4 inch bore and 8 13-16 inch stroke; 7 passen- ger; $1,850, fully equipped. Live Dealers Wanted WRITE FOR OUR PROPOSITION THE RICHARD AUTO MFG. CO, 1032 ENGINEERS BLDG., CLEVELAND, OHIO Motors G-B & S Motors We beg to announce our latest four cylinder Unit Power Plant. This Motor includes the recognized en- gineering prac- tice, here and abroad. “ Craftsman- ship of long experience is the result of this distinctive Power Plant.’’ Detailed in- formation on request, and we are in a a tion to make prompt, deliv: GOLDEN, BELKNAP & SWARTZ CO. to contract. DETROIT, MICH. EDERAL Double-Cable-Base = TiRES =. NO MORE SIDE-WALL na coe CUTS=— PINCHED TUBE BLOW-OFFS Federal Rubber Manufacturing Co., Milwaukee Branches, Service Stations and Distributors at all Principal Points Practical Gas Engineer By E. W. LONGNECKER » c f * Gas Lnaineer Twelve years’ constant experi- : ence with Hydro-Carbon En- gines. How to start, how to operate, and how to care for all classes of explosive motors or engines using gas, gasoline or similar fuels. A full and ex- haustive chapter on electric and other systems of igniting Every line tells something. Every page full of interest. A book of 172 pages, neatly bound in cloth. Sent postpaid on re- ceipt of price, $1.00. 910 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago THE CLASS JOURNAL CO. THE Practical- When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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Dayton Airless Tires IMPORTANT NOTICE When you order Dayton Airless Tires give the exact weight of car or the make and model. Each size of these tires is made in several carrying capacities. This permits us to suit the riding quality to the weight of your car. This great advantage is found in no other tire. Attention to this detail will give you comfortable service and economy. The Dayton Rubber Mfg. Co. 1005 Kiser St., Dayton, Ohio NEW YORK, CINCINNATI or oe Retail Branch Retail Branc etail Branch 1851 Broadway 1932 West 8th “st. e125 “Michigan Ave. MOTOR AGE THE ONE-MAN TOP Golde Patent Top Protected by 11 Paten ts Guavicte Tops and other Patents pending Frames, Sockets and Bhop Rights CAN BE HANDLED BY ONE PERSON AS EASILY.QUILKLY AS AN UMBRELLA INSTANTANEOUS PROTECTION Model T. Runabout Model T. Touring Car Model T. Town Car With Full Equipment f. o. b. Detroit. FORD MOTOR COMPANY Detroit, Michigan GOLDE-PATENT MANUFACTURING CO. 513 W. 56ST. NEW YORK. Goodrich gatety Tires Each section 2 in. wide, % in. thick. They hook to rim. As flex- ible as ever. Anti-Skid, Can’t Blow Out or Rim Cut. HOW CAN THE RUBBER WEAR OFF IF IT IS COVERED WITH STEEL? Try 2 or 3 sections over any old blowout Special prices to the first in new territory Kimball Tire Case Co., nusy. Council Bluffs, Ia. complete Tire covered a “\$750 EN a 8) 3 phere eeepc 1914 is to be the year of the Light Car—the low upkeep car— the VULCAN Send for catalog and generous dealers’ proposition. VULCAN MFG. CO., Painesville, Ohio Lock Box MA477 COMPLETE THRUST BLARING The Star Ball Retainer Co. Lancaster, Pa., U. S. A. RADIAL RETAINERS Manufacturers of Radial Ball Retainers, Thrust Ball Retainers, Complete Thrust Bearings RUTENBER MANUFACTURED SINCE 1901 FOR HIGH GRADE AND TRUCKS AUTOMOBILES 3%x5% four and six cyl. 4%x5% four cylinder Standard or Unit and 4x4 and 4%x5% — ard types, all L head, cycle. Manufacturers are invited to investigate our service Tex and our facilities. as Literature on request The Rutenber Motor Company Marion, Indiana When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE ‘Searchlight Gas =the most economical and dependable é lighting system on the market. Full details mailed to you on request. nena esttivitd THE SEARCHLIGHT CoO. General Office, 1016 Karpen Bldg. CHICAGO, ILL. Better Battery ““Buys”’ For You Are Making BIG BUSINESS For Us a. W. 4H. 6-60 Sparking Battery........ 5 7% 9% $7.49 6-80 Lighting Battery........ 6% 7% 9% 8.99 6-150 Lighting Battery....... 12 % 9% 14.99 S-150 Starting Battery....... 12 7% 9 18.99 We Guarantee the Qualt The Price Speaks for Itself IT WILL PAY YOU TO WATCH OUR ADS. Bresler-Wallace Sales Compan 1031 DIME BANK BUILDING ETROIT, MICHIGAN fin N it il S 2 e =p Or a sehen Are easy to-use and easy to sell. They are durable and efficient and are widely advertised. The cylinders are of seamless brass tubing which cannot rust. The “Stapley,” the “Aeolus,” ‘‘Windjammer,” etc, give lasting satisfaction. Carry them in stock. Bridgeport Brass Company P. O. Box A Bridgeport, Conn. The Heart ana Brains of an electric lighting and starting system. The WARD LEONARD AUTOMATIC DYNAMO CONTROLLER Dynamos controlled by the famous Ward Leonard Controller are in a class by themselves. Regardless of the make of your sys- tem you can increase its efficiency as a lighting and starting system by using the Ward Leonard Controller. WARD LEONARD ELECTRIC CO. BRONXVILLE, N. Y. Lighting ~ Startine Juter-State We have a money making proposition for every live dealer in the country. It will pay YOU to investigate it NOW. Inter-State Motor Company Muncie, Indiana Dept. C Dependability Economy Practicability Ease of Operation N oiselessness Desirability Absolute Consistency Built Correctly Immediate Shipment Less Gasoline Immense Satisfaction T roubleless Y ours truly Wisconsin Motor Mfg. Co. Sta. A. Dept, 46, Milwaukee “Wiscon S272, MOTORS Catalog? MORE MILES~LESS GAS Model “36” $1275.00 A car whose design and construction is so far ahead of others at its price that it is in a class all its own. Gray and Davis Electric starting and lighting equipment, silent ehain cam shaft drive, four inch by five inch motor, cork insert multiple disc clutch, 116 inch wheel base, left side drive, center eontrol, and equipment complete to. the last detail. Model ‘*25’" $975.00 Including Electric Starting and Lighting System This model has made the Paige reputation. Such a sturdy, powerful, comfortable car has never been offered the public at anywhere near its price. $975.00 with complete equipment. Splendid Agency Proposition Paige-Detroit Motor Car Co., 304 Twenty-First St., Detroit, Mich When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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102 MOTOR AGE UNIVERSAL VULCANIZER| [@ttvevarces: ms cra (Oneeemu tl cay ts asings io © ° ¥ USsracroe aitattrevstel pte They admit moisture te the carcass, cause the fabric to rot and weaken, grow larger— We now sell Brictson Pneumatic Tires on a specific end in blowouts. You guarantee of 10,000 miles service. Brictson Pneumatic Tires are . Puncture-proof, Blowout-proof, Skid-proof, Kut-proof, Rim cut- inner tubes anywhere VULCANIZING ; proof, Oil-proof and Gasoline-proof. A tire with wonderful resil- in 15 minutes, good as er ag 4 iency and easy riding qualities. can repair casings and o— Ten Days Free Trial—To remove any possible doubt concerning the oa a a d merits of Brictson Tires and to back up our statements fully, we A Practical Vulcan- will allow you ten days’ trial on these tires at our risk. If Brictson izing Outfit Complete Tires are not perfectly satistactory in every way you can return ith 4 oo them to us at any time within ten days and we will cheerfully you of Tire jf w enoug repair refund the entire purchase price. Send for particulars Weak é Econom gum to make thirty Have Your present Tires Rebuilt the BRICTSON WA Y= ” roe patches, Weighs 3 If you are not in need of new tires and the fabric in your tires 4 you nave pounds, can be carried is still good, we can rebuild them the Le in tool box. » Brictson Way, give you thousands of miles + \\ known | Price complete, » additional service and make them Punc- 4 11 before fi ture-proof, Blowout-proof, Skid-proof, a Rut-proof, Rim cut-proof, Oil-proof and Gasoline-proof. Write today for full particulars givin will send it prepaid. anaiia "a einen uf Guaranteed satisfactory Gann vont. ON ; in or money refunded. Patented April 2, 1912, April 1, 1918 ned LB ine + Fi egy ng sx. ADAMSON MEG. CO., East Palestine, Ohio ried for Instant Use. At your dealers, or we You can take a thousand miles of service out of AA NE Ww SEL, RIES a set of tires by driving them insufficiently in- flated over ten miles of road. CANDA. NEW. p eT CE ; Use the New Positive Lock Stop 1915 Model PREMIER'2385 TWITCHELL AIR GAUGE and save your tires Stream line body, left side drive, center con- trol, unit power plant, three point suspension, electric lights and starter, one man top, clear Sy PATULY 3, 09. running boards. New price $400 lower. “TIRE INSURANCE FOR $1.00”’ Simple, Accurate, Durable and Easily Read PREMIER MOTOR MFG CoO, FOR SALE BY JOBBERS, DEALERS, GARAGES, OR e e The Twitchell Gauge Co. INDIANAPOLIS. 1201 Michigan Avenue . SICAGD: ILLINOIS | A Century Electric —Puiver sal Jomts , ‘‘ The Car of Instinctive Control ’’ DEALERS! Do you realize the unusual | . * opportunity that comes with Universally Accepted as the Most Dependable Flexible Gee senior of ge ee See mesenger built? Connection Known to Motor Car Practice ome territory still open ur 4-page advertise- ° ment in this paper June 25th tells more. Read it, Oil-Tight INTERCHANGEABLE Dust-Proof then write. SPICER MANUFACTURING COMPANY, Plainfield, N. J. ° ° ° Sales Representatives: Century Electric Car Co., Detroit, Mich. K. Franklin Peterson, 122 8. Michigan Blvd., Chicago. L. D. Bolton, 2215 Dime Savings Bank Bldg., Detroit. g Bee J. Wetzel, 29 W. 42d St., New York Foreign: Benjamin Whittaker, 21 State Street, New York HEINZE The performance of HEINZE IGNITION APPARATUS for the past ten years justifies our claim that our product is superior in both points of construction and efficiency. HEINZE ELECTRIC COMPANY SALES OFFICES—DETROIT, MICHIGAN. FACTORY—LOWELL, MASS. Service Stations—New York, Detroit, Chicago, Kansas City. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age

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MOTOR AGE for p re G all other Spe. nay ad Cars. Surplus Parts, Announcements ofa Sizes. (i iit } / oy my i | Hl M 4 ccessorires. ADVERTISING RATES °% inch—One time $2.40. 1 inch—One time $4.50. 1% inches—One time $6.75. Rates for other spaces and longer terms furnished upon request. 2 inches—One time $8.75. CARS FOR SALE BARGAINS Studebaker-Garford, 40 h. p., fine condi- tion, would make good truck. 1913 Chal- mers Six, A-1 condition. Chalmers 1914, model 24, demonstrator, only ran 4,000 miles, cheap. Geo. C. Clark Auto Co., Mishawaka, Ind. FEDERAL 1-TON TRUCK With stake body; in good running order; tires almost new. LEONARD AUTO SERVICE CO Larned and Hastings Sts., Detroit, Mich. FOR SALE CHEAP Model D Monitor 1-ton truck with wind shield, top and roll curtaffs in excellent running con- dition. LESLIE JAMES, Richland Center, Wis. FOR SALE. Hudson 6-54 Roadster, has Delcc starting and lighting system, driven by owner, tess than 6,000 miles, Tires 36x4% in., A-1 con- dition. os model, original cost $2645; will sel! for $1300 ‘STRONG-CRITTENDEN CO. Rochester, N. Y FOR SALE One Lion 49, 1911. Been used only for family use. In fine condition. No more trustworthy car made. Must sell at once to make room. For Sale Rebuilt into a roadster. All in good _ condition. Thoroughly overhauled. Two new tires, other two in good condition. Back wheels 36 in., front 34. Three hundred and fifty buys this if taken at once, Address, Box E183, Care Motor Age FOR SALE. tleship grey; One Pope-Toledo. 1912 Abbott-Detroit; color, bat- demountable rims with one ex- tra; electric lighting with generator: Continen- tai motor; has compiete Saeseent, top and windshields, ete. Price $80 STRONG- CRITTENDEN co. Rochester, N. Y. Guaranteed automobiles, fifty dollars upward. Engines $15.00. — wheels, coils, any part you want. dirt chea PROGRESS "BROKERAGE co., 527 Grant St. Buffalo, N. Y. NEW 1914 RAMBLER FOR SALE Five passenger, 42 H. rt motor car fully equipped with famous U. S. L. electric starting and lighting system. Run off sales floor only twice for demonstrations. Original price $1915. ison discount it 88 1-3 per cent F. O. B. Des oines. DES MOINES JEFFERY CoO., Des Moines, Iowa FOR SALE 1913 National, 4 cylinder, 7 passenger car; has demountable rims, Gray &-Davis electric start- ing and lighting system; Bosch dual ignition. Five (5) tires, all in good condition; body painted grey with black fenders. Complete equipment, top, speedometer, windshield, ete. Car in exceptional condition. Price $1250. STRONG-CRITTENDEN CO. Rochester, N. Y. STANLEY STEAMER 10 H. P., fully ey: - condition. New boiler. For quick sale, $ Address BOX E 123, care Motor Age STEAM CARS Several good bargains in White and Stanley steamers. All in very fine shape. Frames, Engines, Generators, and other parts. Address Box E 160, care of Motor Age. For Sale 1918 Pope Hartford five-passenger touring car with Gray & Davis starting and lighting sys- tem, 86x4% tires, all good; body and wheels painted black and looks fine; car has been run 9,000 miles by owner; has been overhauled and is an exceptional bargain; $1000. STRONG-CRITTENDEN CO. Rochester, N. Y. SIOUX CITY WINNERS FOR SALE The Duesenberg and Mason racing cars. First and third in the $25,000 Sioux City race July 4th, must be sold owing to ill health of the owner. Equipment includes the 360 cubic inch and the 800 cubic inch cylinders. The entire outfit is in first class condition. Will sell cars singly or all in one lot. F. S. DUESENBERG Des Moines WAVERLEY ELECTRIC Latest model, convertible roadster and. coupe: Tires like new. Just been repainted and looks and runs like new. Will sacrifice. CONDON 2635 Wabash Ave. Calumet 5311 Iowa 1914 Mitchell Six, 6-passenger body, seat covers, extra tire complete. Run 2,100 miles for demon- strating purposes. Guaranteed throughout. MITCHELL AUTO COMPANY 2384 S. Michigan Ave. 30 H. P. WHITE GAS 5-PASSENGER CAR Absolutely Al condition. A snap at $850. Address Box E 159, care Motor Age. CYCLE CAR ACCESSORIES Can Make Cyclecar Manufacturers and individual builders attractive price on social type. cycle car bodies, frames, axles, etc. F. BRODGESELL, 320 Hunter Ave. Joliet, Hlinois STEERING KNUCKLES, YOKES, front axles, springs, wheels, gear or friction transmission. MINNEAPOLIS MOTOR CO., AGENCY 1123 Michigan Ave., Chicago Chicago MAGNETOS A LARGE STOCK of used magnetos at bargain prices. We repair, buy, sell and exchange magnetos and coils of all makes. Our facilities are of the best—our service prompt and our prices rea- sonable. All work guaranteed. Mail orders especially solicited. PELLET’S MAGNETO EXCHANGE Oldest and largest exclusive ignition specialists. 1606 Michigan Avenue, Chicago ALL MAKES OF MAGNETOS AND COILS repaired, bought, sold and exchanged. Service station for Simms. Michigan and National. Mail orders given specia' attention. Get our prices before going elsewhere. HECHT MAGNETO EXCHANGE, 228 West 49th Street, New York. MAGNETOS ees. remagnetized; prompt service on al) makes. Get our a Proposition on new K-W for old equipm Spark Coll, "Succes Battery Repairs. Northwestern Distributors. K-W =o Schebler carburetors. me equipments. Kellogg Sel and Carburetor Vesta Starter and Tire Inflaters. REINHARD BROTHERS CoO., Minneapolis, Minn. MAILING LISTS Ask for Special Price List Auto Owners, Ford Owners, Ford Deal- ers, all other dealers, Garages, Repairs, Supplies, Manufacturers, Jobbers, any- thing pertaining to the Auto Trade. Auto List Dept. A. F. Williams, Meg. 166 West Adams Street CHI Phone Franklin 1182 COLORADO MOTOR REGISTRATIONS. First lists available under new law. Automobile pin ea furnished weekly during entire year 1914 for $50. Also have dealers and mo- torcycles. . MERRITT, 1560 Race St., Denver, Colo. MAILING LISTS AND STATISTICS. Owners or dealers; any state, county, city; weekly and monthly supplements at lowest prices. Special lists of electrics, trucks, Fords, Studebaker, Overland, etc. MOTOR LIST CO. OF AMER- ICA, 220 News Arcade, Des Moines, I owa. COMMERCIAL COLLECTIONS BOSTON NEW YORK DETROIT ADOLPH M. SCHWARZ ATTORNEY AT LAW Commercial Collections Everywhere First National Bank Building CHICAGO, ILL. TELEPHONES CENTRAL 6435, 6436, 6437 Jesse A. Joseph, Att’y at Law, Manager References: The leading manufacturers of New Jersey Auto Registrations Send for sample page and get list from re- liable party right in Trenton. Daily service ys = $70 for entire year 1914. H. J. Tindall, 47 . State St., Trenton, N. J. MOTORIST’S BOOKS Ford Model T Reference Book Second edition. A manual on care, repair and operation. Makes you master and me- chanic of Ford Model T. Details dismantling and assembling of its mechanical parts. Troubles located and readily remedied by di- gest index. Circular on request, or sent post- paid, $1.00. FORD REFERENCE BOOK CO. 57 W. 125th St. New York, N. Y. THE PRACTICAL HAND BOOK of Gas, Oil and Steam Engines. motor car accessories. varts and suvplies Ask for our “AUTO FOLDER” Send for complete grout. CHARLES C. OMPSON CO. 1130 8S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Il. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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Parts and Accessory Manufacturers Have you carefully investigated the motorcycle field? At least one hundred and ten thousand machines, averaging two hundred dollars each, will be produced in 1915. The most widely a. journal and the best medium in the e s Motorcycle Illustrated 51 Chambers St., New York City PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE AAA SPEEDOMETERS AAA Send for special price list of Speedometer Parts. GENERAL SPEEDOMETER REPAIR CO., 53 W. 63rd St., New York City A A A Tops, Cushions or Trimmings New or recovered. Curtains, new lights in cur- tains, carpet rugs, etc. NEWTON & BON, 120 Elm S8t., Cortland, N. Y. ACCESSORY BARGAINS New Ford, 30x8 Wheels less hubs........ $ 1.25 Stewart eight-day Rim Wind Clocks...... 3.75 Stewart eight-day Stem Wind Watches. 2.15 yg Regular $25.00 Speedometers,

INUHD cinb says banat cts cine > saaeeee V-Shaped Ford Radiators, Honey-Comb cae, RO ee ene New Ford Radiators gg POra) <0 16.00 Ford Tool Boxes, 22 in. long, 6 in. high.. 1.50 Windshields, 30 cents on the dollar. ERWIN GREER & COMPANY 1519-21 Wabash Ave. Chicago ACCESSORY CATALOG Mailed on request. Dealers, send list of wants for special prices. Westchester cup grease bbl. lots 4c pound. WESTCHESTER — Co., 1777 Broadway, New York City.

ADDRESS STANLEY -EDWARDS CO. NEW CASTLE, IND. when in extra hurry for repair parts on Maxwell Stoddard-Dayton Brush Columbia Courier | Sampson Any Model We go to factory personally and give immediate shipment. Try this once and surprise yourself.

ALL PARTS IN STOCK AT DISCOUNT Atlas, Bergdoll, Chalmers, Ewing, Alco, Pack- ard, Hudson, Herreshoff, etc. Timken Axle Parts. Brown-Lipe Gear Parts. Continenta) Motor Parts. STA-RITE Rings, $1.00 each Regular Piston Rings, 30c each. JOS. C. GOREY & CO., 354 W. 50th St. New York City American Underslung and Marion Moter car parts and service. CHARLES E. RIESS & CO., Inc, 1600 Breadway, New Yerk. ATTENTION, HENRY OWNERS We are prepared to fill orders promptly for re- pairs for Henry Cars.

' “American Underslung” Motor Car Owners. American Motors Company now re- organized under new management. We are prepared to furnish first- class service for all repair parts for American Underslung cars. Eastern owners can get first-class service by writing our Eastern Branch at 2200 Diamond Street, Philadelphia, Pa. For prompt, first-class service write direct to our factory, South Meridian Street and Belt R. R. New Cars built only on special order. American Motors Parts Co. Indianapolis, Indiana. S. Meridian St. and Belt R. R.

ATTENTION American Underslung, Michigan, and Elmore Car Owners—We Can Furnish Repair Parts. Write for Our Bulletin No. 900 American 6-cylinder motors............ $300.00 American Scout 4-cylinder motors......,. 150.00 Mighty Michigan 40 H. P. motors, 4-cyl- MMOD. piven ncta seabed ek ca 150.00 New 6-cylinder Herschell-Spillman motor 275.00 Type C Continental 4-cylinder motor... 275.00 American underslung bodies, upholstered 100.00 American crankshafts, 4 and 6-cylinder. 30.00 Electric starters, complete............. 75.00 Air starters, complete eee aaa eier Sanaa ae oe 20.00 Runabout bodies, upholstered. POET RS 60.00 American underslung radiators.......... 35.00 Windshields, black and nickel........... 6.00 Eiseman magneto dash coil............. 14.50 VOStR SIOCETIC BENOTACO! s o.c.scsccccccccce 25.00 Apelco electric generator and cutout. 30.00 Fawn River magneto, 4-cylinder........ 10.00 Six-cylinder U & H high-tension magneto 30. ro Model 5x6 4-cylinder motor, complete... — 34x3% wheels, Q. D. rims (set of Diese F00 36x3% wheels, Q. D. rims (set of ee 8.00 34x4 wheels, 10-14% in. spokes (set of 4) 8.00 Radiators, all sizes. Send for our special circular. -eRORS MAIO, 0. We is ae 6 odisacs. cs scleasios 40.00 Front I-beam axles with hubs.......... 15.00 Shaft drive jack shafts, 1 ton.......... 35.00 New American 80 transmission......... 60.00 New American Scout transmission...... 70.00 Three and four-speed transmission levers 7.50 Coupe bodies, upholstered............. 250.00 Four-passenger Sedan body. This should be seen to realize value.............-. 500.00 Racing seats, upholstered, pair......... 25.00 AUTO PARTS CO. 737-739 Jackson Blvd. CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE PARTS MICHIGAN, MORA AND DRAGON PARTS IN STOCK We maintain a complete stock of parts for the above cars. PHILADELPHIA MACHINE WKS. 67 Laurel Street, Philadelphia, Pa. AUTO OWNERS Wholesale ———_ — Catalogue. Sta what car you ow CONSUMERS AUTO SUPPLY co. 123 W. Madison St. Chicago AUTO SALVAGE COMPANY 1436 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. New U. & H. 6 cyl. H. T. Magneto, $30.00; Klaxon Horn, slightly used, $20.00; Type 16 Buick Radiator, $15.00; Oval gas tank, $5.50; 2 cyl. Buick parts; D-4 H. T. Bosch Magneto, = .00. One auto lighter, $30.00. Oldsmobile 45 H. P. Model D Engine with Bosch Magneto $125. Flanders parts for sale. BALL BEARINGS REGROUND We guarantee them as GOOD AS NEW All sizes and makes in stock ready for immedi- ate delivery At Prices that will interest you AHLBERG BEARING CO. 2686 Michigan Ave., Chicago. 1790 Broadway, New York. 805 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 93 Massachusetts Ave., Beston. 1841 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio.

Model T Ford Honeycomb..........+++6- $22.50 Everitt ‘80’ Honeycomb..........-ceees 28.00 Bosch Duplex Cone. ...6.vccecccsvasccce 8.50 Sears-Cross Speedometers, brand new, complete for any size wheel........... 10.75 AUTOMOBILE APPLIANCE CO., 1436-38 Michigan Ave. Chicago, IIl. BODIES, WINDSHIELDS, WHEELS, TIRES 1914 New Ford T Roadster Bodies with tops, $50 each. Taken off new cars we changed to delivery cars. Open express bodies $15 up. New windshields, clear vision, $10. 32- ueak solid rubber tires on wheels, only $12. Slightly used 34x4 detachable tires $14; tubes $3; like new and firsts. Benedict, 64 Winder St., Detroit, Mich. Commercial Bodies for Ford Cars Hand made seat covers for all cars We clean seat covers AUTO CAPE TOP CO.,

2334 Michigan Ave., Chicago, Ill. CUT PRICES Send for our illustrated cut price auto supply catalogue. Liberty Tire & Supply Co., 100 Chambers St. New York, N. Y. Ford Job Lots 1000 Valve Stem Adjusters, 18c per box. 800 Boxes Motobestos Brake Lining, 36c each, complete; $34.00 per 100. 200 Exhaust Horns (Stam-Ford, com- plete), $1.70 each. 200 Door-Strips (Runabout & Touring Models), 70c each. 1000 Inside Blow-out Patches (Assorted Sizes), 10c each; $8.00 per 100.

Seat covers and body es remodeling and trimming. Write for price BITELY TOP & BODY Co.,: AUTO TOPS BUILT and REPAIRED Order Today. We Ship Promptly Morris Siegel

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mt i HN Ae Hi ve Clee F. & H. WIRE WHEELS Equipped with F. & H. Special Wire a Wheel Rims. Adaptable to any car. Complete equipment for Ford cars. THE F. & H. WIRE WHEEL CO. Columbus, O. Yi MOTOR AGE ng House- i Ford Owners and Dealers No more tearing of mats by pedals. Mat holder without hooks, locks; nothing to get out of order. Mat easily removed and replaced. Holder guaranteed for the life of a car. 50c per set of four, by mail. WM. SPORLEDER Okemah, Okla. Hy H i Ford Automobile Specialties are guaranteed satisfactory or money re- funded. Write for free catalog. Auto Parts Co., Providence, R. I. The Largest Ford Specialty Makers in the World FORD DELIVERY BODIES 12 styles, all sizes. Agents wanted everywhere. Con eaeA BUGGY CoO., 21-23 Selden Ave Detroit, Mich. FORD DEALERS AND OWNERS, ATTENTION! We have a large number of old style Ford straight axles No. 2505, which we are offering at $2.25 each. Dealers, write us for prices. Can fill order same day as received. “ANGIER’S” Ford Runabout Bodies for Sale 1914 Model, including. t top and side curtains 4 ie) Chic AUTO REMODELING co. 1501-5 Michigan Ave., Chicago, Ill. FORE DOOR BODIES 1914 Models, ae, aad u = stered; fit most any car. Cost, our price, while they last, $85.00. Wie for full description. THE M. & M. COMPANY 480-500 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, Ohio FORE-DOORS AT CUT PRICES Mr. Auto Owner and Dealer: If you are driving an old style car, write for our bargain prices on Fore-Doors. Be up-to- date. All orders shipped promptly and doors guaranteed to fit Dept. “F” E. W. SHOWALTER & | co. 315 N. Penna St. dianapolis Streator, Ill, U. S. A. Manufacturers of Spare Demountable bs Radius Rods and Fan Bel Angier’s Spring FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN New 5x@ four-cylinder, governor controlled en- gine, fully equipped with carburetor, magaes, Will sell for much less than cost. ED HANSON, 570 Prior Ave., St. Paul, Minn. For the Ford Car FORD DELIVERY BODIES Adapted to every line of business, Write for our catalog showing our complete line. Auto Remodeling Co. 1501-5 Michigan Ave. Chicago, II. Ford Honeycomb Radiators FOR SALE A small number of modern, well designed and constructed six, five and four-passenger touring bodies and comfortable roadsters painted and trimmed. Will change and guarantee to fit your car. Write us. IRVIN ROBBINS & CO. Industrial Building., Tenth and Canal Indianapolis, Ind. This radiator will properly cool any Ford meter and make your Ford a better car. er eur dealers’ proposition. Price, $25.00 f. oe b. Detroit. DETROIT RADIATOR & SPECIALTY CO., 965 Woodward Ave., FORD OWNERS Equip your cars with Seat Covers. Our direct to car-owners plan will save you money. Ten thousand satisfied custom- ers last year. GLOBE SEAT COVER CO. Dept. M, RACINE, WIS. Ford Owners— Purdy Exhaust Horn for Fords is being used everywhere—positively will not clog or choke. Write today for cata- logue. DEALERS, ask for prices. Purdy Bros. Co., 49 E. 55th St., Chicago FORD OWNERS We can make your car the easiest rider made with light or heavy load; no jolt, no jars, no upthrow. Write us. Automobile Machine Co., Canisteo, N. Y. FORD OWNERS AND DEALERS The TOWNSAN AUXILIARY FRONT RADIUS ROD corresponds with the factory parts. You will like it when you see it. $4.00 special Detroit Guaranteed Radiators Not always necessary to buy new radiators. New cores can be furnished for frozen or dam- aged radiators. We build the fin and tube type. Guaranteed copper fins and tube. We also repair and furnish new cores for Maya radiators. We build new cores for all makes and for all cars. Get our prices. You will save money. Cores in stock for many standard radiators such as Hupps, Warrens, Herreshoffs, Buicks, E. M. F. 30, Studebaker, Hudson 20, Cadillacs and several others. We can build and fit a new core in your radiator in two days—if in stock, in one day Write for bargain sheet of accessories, HURON RADIATOR & LAMP CO. 253-255 Jefferson Ave., Detroit, Mich. Terms: Cash with the order. JOBBERS AND GARAGES Get our proposition on fibre gears for all makes of speedometers. We make anything you want from fibre. OGDEN FIBRE GEAR & TIRE CoO. Columbus, Ind, ie Hi a Lal qu i IC ul i i i‘ ‘Ok im KN. ih co Hy inl ini iH xb i Maxwell Owners and Repairmen Why pay 20 per cent advance for your parts? We can supply 75 per cent of your wants at the old Maxwell-Briscoe list. Stoddard-Dayton transmission and equalizing gear parts at old list. Why pay more? SEND FOR. PRICE LIST M. P. SUPPLY COMPANY Atlanta, Ga. lh thi ma PARTS FOR ALL CARS 100 Assorted Cap Screws.......+++eeeeees $ .50 100 Assorted Nuts......ccccccccccccccece -50 100 Assorted Rivets. .....ccccccccccccecce -20 100 Assorted Washers........ceeseeeeees 85 Brake Rods with clevis pins % and %... 35 Automobile Springs for many cars...... 8.00 Oakland Radiators. ........cccccccccvevcs 20.00 Radiators for many other cars.......... 25.00 Roadster Bodies—Painted and Upholstered 55.00 Touring Car Bodies—finished...........-+- 75.00 Front and Rear Fenders, each..........+:+ 3.00 Weston Mott Rear Axles.........0--eeeee 20.00 WUE AMI ee. oo. kb ccddedeccscccseenecees 10.00 Wheels—all sizes ......cc cee cecvcccceccs 8.00 Square Gasoline Tanks.........++-eesee: 1.00 Round Gasoline Tanks, 12x29............ 2.75 Tool Boxes with two locks, 29x12x9...... 1.50 Hupp Touring Car Tops, Model D........ 12.00 Kingston Carburetors, 14%” top intake.... 3.95 Fletcher Carburetors, 14%” top intake..... 8.95 Mondex Shock Absorbers, set of four.... 15.00 Motor Driven Electric Horns............ 7.50 Witte TUBER 2 odd ficmedcsecedcictiovees 2.49 Tire Covers, many SiZeS..........0eeeeeee -75 Standard Speedometers .........eeeeeeee 7.00 Spark Plugs, all sizes..........eeeeeeees 19 Lunkenheimer Regulators .........-+++e+ 1.00 Cemplete Tool Kits........cccccccccccees 1.09 BO BAPGIG o.6 6c cc ciccccesecccccccecceece 05 Motor Fane ..ccccccccccccccsccccccccccce 8.00 15” Steering Wheels, %” hole...........++ 1.00 Clear Vision Windshields.............++. 7.90 Tire Chains, 86x4%, 25x4%........ ee eeeee 3.09 Tire Chains, 26x8, SO0xzB......ccccccccccces 2.50 PURITAN MACHINE CO., Detroit, Mich. ALL PARTS ALL CARS Original Repair Parts Factory We furnish repair parts for over 53 models of cars. Own eriginal patterns, tools, etc., includ- ing Warren, Elmore, Marquette, Rainier, Welch- Pontiac, Welch- Detroit, . A. L., Reliable-Day- ton, Barnes, Luxe, Demot, also Michigan, Cutting aaa many others. Everything for every auto. Puritan Machine Company Detroit, Mich. OBEY THE LAW—Have your license on your person in a nickel-plated tube, hitched to your key ring, ready for the traffic cop, 25 cts. by mail, send for stery and picture 8S. & B. MFG. Co., 15 Delaware St., Worcester, Mass. Paint Your Car Yourself Save $25 to $75 by doing the work at home with the Arsenal system. Our big free booklet, “The Car Beautiful,” tells how. Send for it today. Arsenal Varnish Company Auto Dept. Rock Island, Ill. Price to dealers and jobbers. TOWNSAN AUTO SPECIALTY CO. Mitchell, S. D. NEW AND USEFUL specialty for Ford’s start- ing crank carrier and anti-rattler. Instantly attached, no drilling or machining. Sample 85c. Money back if not thorou oghiy satisfied. Agents wanted. E. E. Ritter, 239 8. Front St., Milton, Pa. RECTIFIERS To change from A-C circuit 1 to 8 ignition lighting or starting batteries at one time; ao 12 ot upwards. AMERICAN BATTERY 0., 24 Fulton S8t., Chicago. When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE The Clearing House-continued | | Liquidator’s Sale Radiators REDUCE THE HIGH COST OF Our Genuine Cellular (commonly called RUNNING YOUR AUTOMOBILE a) il i il

Honeycomb) radiators will properly cool your Complete Marquette motor. Each radiator carries with it ‘a money-| BY BUYING SUPPLIES AT LESS THAN A Pl back-if-you-want-it-guarantee. i uto ant nn ace’ a eee Rey ae oe ee EIS $25.00 | MANUFACTURERS’ PRICES FROM THE Buick 10-24-25-34-35-36.............0000% 27.50 ORIGINAL “PRICE WRECKERS ” ° “4 Buick 16-17-19-26-27-28............es008- 35.00 ° Extraordinary Price Inducements Buick 21-8-89-48......00 esses e terete 37.50 I have been authorized to dispose of the a) Serre ea rrr ee Oe eee ek - 5 FT Mare gM ines agg ee Riggs one ate |g * eR ERE 25.00| WORLD’S LARGEST DEALERS cessories, tools, bodies and everything for the 5% discount allowed for cash with order. - ‘i e e automobile, including parts to build a complete| All orders shipped same day as received. Every Item in This List a Bargain car. This is the biggest lot of parts ever offered Read E re) Cc I nae cncaaagy — DETROIT RADIATOR & SPECIALTY CO. am very One Carefully Beiicnt aks hi a chesbunesaekewts ‘ . SE Se RR a Gi gis nib isis ou Mis widie kav wee ‘ 15 963 Woodward Ave. Detroit Following is a list of a few of our especially ReaD ONE g's Gh 1010: 014.016 9 0 wh 0H 0 OS oe 50 good values. It is not a complete list of our Se ey er a a -79 m4 stock. Do not hesitate to call on us if you Btarting Crank Boots a SE ORES So ER Se : -80 a 1ators are in the market for anything not listed. aieewn....-..-...--7---.-5-c, o Schebler carburetors, 1%” Model “D”" and Tail Lampe, Bleetrigs 222222222202 202000 175 WRIGHT-HAS-IN-STOCK iP cccrwagenperveretesenssven ersSene $ 7.90 FOI AMNION Ss lg ac cua es ca ewe ale 1.50 | Complete new radiators for all standard models. | pojley cartveaenete Micidc Oe Side Lamps, Combination................ 1.75 | Replacement our specialty. Delivery en receipt ai i is adi eg a : : Gas Head Lamps, per pair.............. * 6.25] of order. Rayfield carburetors..........seseseees 6.50 Pressed Steel Prames..-.;-s0.ssccssccees (BOO WRIGHT COOLER & HOOD CO. rr ng a ae Steering Gears, "“Gemmer’...........0.0. 12.19 8th Street, Muskegon, Mich. : Sea ee aie oer taen a By ao Dee sGmn ao wasenne az ee Pa a peg regularly $25. Our ase ELON SEOUL OST AEIOB 6 6ociccicccccnseces : Te : * ee rcccccvcscccccoces twee Se Sliding Gear Transmissions Pree et: 45.00| Stop Polishing Your Nickel and Brass] 4 ana 6 cylinder Gianoli imported mag- 4 speed sliding gear transmissions with No Rub Polish brightens without rubbing. 50c| netos, high tension. Regularly $100 to multiple dies eee «+ 50.00 ~ id. § le to deal $150. Our price.......... aoe wnt $15 and 20.00 Fore door roadster bodies—in rough...... ee ee ee ee Wore door roadster bodies—painted ane . METAL FINISH CO. Bosch low tension magnetos............. 5.00 RORNEIETON Soc oro cs ciieaedacameece son 55.00 575 W. Main, Decatur, Tl. Remy magnetos, model “S’”.......-.. «+. 9.00 ag ~ — bodies—painted “and ‘up- as.00 Splitdorf dual outfits, complete....... océ, SUGO Model H High Tension K. W. Magnetos. . : 18.50 PEDEROCO OOM a 6:6 60 0.06 8 Fi cca eseowseave $4.00 up or etors Shock Absorbers—set........... * 20.00 SAFETY RADIUS RODS 4 and 6 cylinder Connecticut coils 12.00

Z. Rider Shock Absorbers fer Ford Siatties RUN s oainnaniccancacnacecd $8.00 up 40 ee ee a a “es FOR FORDS Steering columns, complete with wheel... 15.00 gage pt ine a complete....... “+ 40.00 16 4:66 ew SU Ow HO cost - rown Pe transmissions. ......+seseeees . ee ee SEIN ss 65-50 0 010.6 owas 0 tes ele -50 TOOL KITS BED GOOGED ic cccccccocedvoucéicocéicesceess MD 100 Assorted Rivets...... inxcehncueseen sah -20 ° : S0660:406000666 400008 CeRsCENOS. | ue 100 Assorted Washers...........cccsceees i» .85 Special Sale of Complete Tool Kits meee ied 5 ow Baty Biya «eg EE ececseccecce aoe” a Why pay $5.00 when you can get a] Single, double and ‘triple action pumps..75c¢ up Warner Autometers—complete............ 2.50 standard kit complete for $1.09? ws aan casing § 6.85 Grey tube $2.85 Se MRR 2G aisha casks 1a win wis 5S ow os ne NN oi Ss cao a3 nes odes a naenae nace PURITAN MACHINE CO 30x8% casing Grey tube 2.95 : 32x3% casing B85 Grey tube 8.20 Robe and Foot Rests..........ssescsseves -35 Detroit. Mich 34x4. casing 14.65 Grey tube 4.10 Auto es aonek bau eae ssese ane etroit, . 36x4 casing 14.85° Grey tube 4.40 Metal Polish and 1 gal. cana, per gal. | ALL PARTS ALL CARS| other sizes in proportion. rr es ere er -60 ‘ A Truck tires, all sizes............$12 to $25 each Auto Soap, 5 and 10 lb. cans, per pound.. .16 Tops Built, Recovered and Repaired Springs, all sizes, at % less than factory prices. a a on Neppate iii gs esse esse ee i Also top covers, radiator covers, luggage cases, oa ao enyenn privet inte ee wanes ene 50 q PD amen cme tee teie late’ <a celluloid, ete. e also have such goods as axon horns, ee cece rccccccccccccce ge C. G. MEYER & SON, Tiffin, Ohio Weed | chains, Spitfire sootless | spark plugs, ee ee . an n ac . every ng or e au omo 2e. ag er as Savers.........+.+++ wey Consult us before buying anything in the way an oe any sae VULCANIZER, SLIGHTLY USED of automobiles or supplies and send for our Spri i pp ep eet caer ee ee AS GOOD AS NEW. . FOR SHOP USE. free price wrecker. Almost Ee erything ata Special Lew Pric ‘ : 5 ge y * Wheels, $2.50 to $3.50. Fenders, all . e sizes, $1.50 up. Tops, Runabouts and Touring, Send for Big Catalogs Vanderpool’s, Springfield, Ohio $15 up. Lavigne ollers, $5 to $7.50. Ford

re . Oilers, 5c. Tool Boxes, all sizes, $1.00 up. We Make Ford Racing Type Bodies| Jacks, 65e up. Tool Kits, $1.25 up. Goggles, Alfred O. Dunk In several models for immediate delivery 20c up.

gga AUTO SHEET METAL WORKS | . Laquidetor Sh tc chicas, "Times Square Automobile Co. 412 Lafayette Boulevard into caltebot ant "We tala Teahets a + Detroit, Michigan hoods, seats, tanks and fenders. Get our prices. 1210 Michigan Avenue Chicage out that many factorioa’ “we 7 Rave slese@) 1550 5 Afichigan Ave. Chicago, m,! S.W. Cor. 56th St. and Broadway, N.Y

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| } i qh tik a I ; tl ‘il al : Le hl sa" MOTOR AGE N Mh mt i mm i E i HI 107 We Tear ’Em Up and Sell the Pieces We want old autos, condition no object. We will buy anything for the auto. We have all kinds of parts, many of them new, at unheard of low prices. Tires and tubes, many new, others used. Kingston carburetors, all sizes; will exchange for others. Gears of all kinds, new gas eval tanks, new timers, magnetos, coil. Stewart speedometers, shafts and chains, tire covers, dust hoods, electric horns, new brass bumpers, lamps, all kinds; Prest-O-Lite tanks, oilers, cylinders, pistons, transmissions, crank- shafts, seats and bodies; new 80x38 % wheels, many other used sizes; rims; several chassis without engines; 2-cylinder, 4-cylinder, 6-cylin- der engines; springs; in fact, everything that an auto needs. Correspondence solicited. If we do net have it, will advise you where you can get xt NOW IN STO FOLLOWING MOT PRICED FOR QUICK SA 4-cyl. Jackson engine model 38.......... $100.00 4-cyl. Stoddard Dayton engine, model D eS ee rer ee ieee ee ee 75.00 4-cyl. Stoddard Dayton engine, model F, Wet THROES oe icici ccccccecesoucee 100.00 4-cyl. Stevens Duryea engine, model R Me Wi cn eeccicetetsceccuneavinaecees .00 6-cyl. Standard engine, 75 bp. Bosch I 6 600 ok och cSsk Kc epaadectuciccs 175.00 4-cyl Ford engine, Model B, 20 h.p.. 50.00 4-cyl. King 1913 engine, 80 h.p.......... 100.00 4-cyl. Wayne engine, 35 h.p...........6. 75.00 4-cyl. Pope Toledo engine, 50 h.p.,...... 75.00 2-cyl. Rambler engine, 20 h.p..........0% 30.00 4-cyl. model = Ford engine, complete, 15 Mp ibcccchcecsetcitéedcevccctuccuaseus 50.00 ignition system for metors at Can furnish small additienal gure. Will sell any part of these er ether motors. New fresh stock storage batteries, 6-60.. 6.00 New 1914 Garford foredoor body, fenders oe eer 00.00 OUR GUARANTEE TO ALL—IF NOT SAT- ISFIED WITH YOUR BARGAIN, RETURN AND WE WILL REFUND YOUR MONEY. AUTO WRECKING CO. Old Church, 13th and Oak KANSAS CITY, MO. WELDING PLANTS INO. 1 WIEMOUS. CATER. coos cc ci ccccccccces $36.00 No. 2—With acetylene tank.............. 52.00 No. 8—With carbon burner.............. 57.00 No. 4—With 200 ft. oxygen gas........... 61.00 TERMS No. 1—Cash with order..............s008 16.00 No. 2—Cash with order.......ccccccccees 32.00 No.. 8—Cash with order...........eeee00- 37.00 No. 4—Cash with order............ceee0- 41.00 Balance $5.00 per month, contract, or for all cash deduct 5 per cent. Address Dept. R. AUTO WELDING AND MFG. CO. Omaha, Neb. 10,000 Miles Without Punctures 10,000 miles without punctures or slow levee and doubled mileage. Porous tubes repaire in five minutes with “Sin-Ti’ Puncture Fluid, a a puncture eliminator. All at small st of 50c per 3 or 3% inch tube, 75c per 4 bs 414, $1 per 5 or 5%. Satisfaction or money back. ‘Literature upon request. SIN-TI TIRE CO. Washingten, D. C. $100 is the Cost of the Acme Cylinder Grinder, an attachment for a lathe that will grind automobile cyliniers round and straight. Particulars on i CME G DER CO., 2740 Humboldt Ave., So., Minneapolis, Minn. 50 cents keeps your car bright for a whole season. Bv using That Mysterious Rag Duster. Can’t be beat. Polishes auto bodies, lamps, windshields, ete. Satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. GEM SUPPLY CO., 1036 8. Main 8t., Waterbury, Cenn. PATENTS & PATENT ATTORNEYS C. L. Parker, Patent —- Formerly member Examining Cor U. 8. Patent Office, 960 G St., Washin a & Pamphlet of instruction sent upon sequent. Get our gee deal fee plan Free book and free search MILO B. STEVENS & CO. 53 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago Main office: Washington Established 1864 PATENTS SECURED EVERYWHERE My aim is te honestly advise and faithfully serve = a Incorporation papers prepared. WINTERS, Patent Lawyer, Bact osra St. New Yerk City PORTABLE GARAGES PRIVATE GARAGES Galvanized steel or wooden. The finest offered. If interested, write. Garage Factory, Beaver Springs, Pa. RADIATOR AND LAMP REPAIRING A. A. A. Radiators Manufactured Any make repaired and returned same day. Radiator te fit any car shipped in 8 days. SHEPPARD CO., 1331 Jackson Bivd., “Chicago 125 line AMERICAN AUTO SHEET METAL WORKS We are masters of the trade. Manufacturers of Radiators, Hoods, Fenders, Gas Tanks, etc. Repairing a specialty. 1446 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. ANY MAKE OF RADIATOR MANUFACTURED or repaired. One day required for repairs; two days for a new radiator. Hoods, fenders. gaso- line tanks, lamps, etc WABASH AUTO RADIATOR MEG. CO. 1137 S. Wabash Ave. Chicago, Hl. AUTO SPRINGS REPAIR CO. We manufacture and repair springs. Preper action compound put in sprin 1331 Jackson Boulevard, | Chicage, Ill. CYLINDER GRINDING OXY-ACETYLENE WELDING GEARS and Parts of Every Description ADAPT MACHINERY CO. 1624-32 Wabash Ave. Chicage, Ill. CYLINDER REBORED Including pisten and rings............ $7 to $11 STERLING ENGINE CO. 331 So. Clinten Street Chicage, Ii. CYLINDERS REBORED AND REGROUND Fitted With My Light Cast Iren Pistons 40% to 100% lighter than standard, and with my new rings, makes a four run like a six, with a guaranteed gain in efficiency of from 25% to 50% McCADDEN MACHINE WORKS ST. CLOUD, MINN. Before ordering elsewhere, get our prices en new radiators, hoods, fenders, tanks and for in- are new cores in old or damaged radiators, Radiater pa TAs WORKS, ILLINOIS AU 58 E 16th S8t., Chicago, Ill. CHICAGO MFG. CO. 1466 Michigan Avenue, Chicago We are the only radiator manufacturers in Chicago making a square tube radi- ator. New guaranteed cores placed in old radiators. We also manufacture Hoods, Fenders, Tanks and Pans and do guaranteed repair work. Prompt service. ONLY RADIATOR FACTORY IN NORTHWEST Pioneer manufacturer. Why send your radia- tor down east when you can ship it to us; save time, express, freight, money, and get best workmanship. Prices right. Make new radia- tors; allow for old one. TODD MANUFACTURING CO. 820-824 Mary PI. Minneapolis, Minn. REBUILDING AND REPAIRING A NEW MOTOR made eut ef yeur eld one; we will rebere and grind your cylinders and make new pistens and new rings, the whole operation te be up-te-date factery metheds; write or 'phene for price on your car. STARBUCK AUTOMOBILE CO. Baltimore Ave. and Focnwees. Reboring Dept. Philadelphia, Pa. ANDRE G, CATELAIN General machine werk for fereign and American cars. Welding all kinds of metal. BMverready Automatic Engine Starter Sales and Service. Carben remeved with oxygen Manufacturer Catelain Hose Coupling 1446-8 Indiana Avenue Chicago CYLINDERS REGROUND and fitted with new pistons and rings for $7 to $11 per cylinder. We do this class of work exclusively and are thus able te give you the highest class of work at these prices. Oxy-acetylene welding done at reasenable prices CROWN MACHINE SHOP Crown Point, Ind. FORD Cylinder Grinding ‘New Pistons, Rings, Pins | yy Ford Medel new pistons, new Our special equipment fer T cylinders enables us to rings, and piston pins on shert notice. A com- plete jeb better than new at prices that will interest Ferd dealers as well as ewners. Write at once te AUTO ENGINE WORKS St. Paul, Minn. Have your Motor Rebuilt Cylinders Reground d an Magnalium Pistons Fitted (70% lighter than iron) High speed and efficiency guaranteed. All work done by first class workmen, on accurate and efficient machinery. Let me figure with you. LEE W. OLDFIELD 526-30 So. 5th St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. We repair Auto Radiators, Lamps, Fenders, Windshields, Tanks and Horns of all kinds. Bargains always on hand. Estimates given. HUDSON AUTO LAMP WORKS, INC.’ 1e18-30. Broadway, New York City When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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| a = ti mm eng wn il A (Whe Cleat vi me ‘ll ( ! tl nut AAAA—COME TO DETROIT, the ‘Automobile Center,’”’ and learn the business in the largest and best equipped schooi in the country. MICHIGAN STATE AUTO SCHOOL, 11-19 Sel- den St., Detroit. “The Old Reliable School.” FREE BOOKLET “How to Succeed in the Automobile Business,”’ on application. A Greer diploma guarantees efficiency. Largest motor college in the world— 1,400 graduates—$40,000 in modern equipment —eight instructors—actual work, repairing and driving—Day and evening classes—many own- ers and dealers employ Greer graduates only. GREER COLLEGE OF MOTORING Chicago’s ‘“‘Safety First” Automobile Schoo!) 1456 Wabash Ave., _ . Chicago LEARN REPAIRING On every make, driving on dozens of cars. starting and lighting with largest equipment in America; steam vulcanizing, oxy-acetylene welding and everything known to this business. A $20 to $50 course brings you $1,000 to $2,500 a@ year. Academy of Automobile Engineering 1452-54 Michigan Ave., Chicago, IIl. STORAGE AND SHIPPING P. BRADY & SON CO. | Trucking and Storage. Automobiles and Bodies Stored. Automobiles boxed for Export. 552-558 W. 58th Street, New York Telenhone 8440 Columbus TIRES 7 f ie | ake MOTOR AGE .¢ House bith J it ae TIRE REDUCTIONS!! These tires are all of heavy car tvpe of a well known manufacture. They are slightly blem- ished and average 5,000 miles —- 30x38, $6.75; 30x3%, $0.50; $2x3%, $8.60; 33x4, $12. 40, 34x4, $12.50; 36x4, $13. 75. rt other sizes. Non-skids 10 per cent higher. TIRE SALES CO. 931 Main St. Buffalo, N. Y. ae L TIRES! TIRES! FRESH STOCK - New Used New Used 80x38 ..$ 7.25 $5.50 34x4 ..$15. 30 $10.00 30x3%.. 10.10 7.00 36x4 - 16.25 10.50 82x3%.. 10.90 8.00 36x4% . - 20.25 11.50 All other sizes in proportion. Bargains in new and used tubes. ACME TIRE & REPAIR CO., Phone Calumet 3127 1547 Michigan Ave., Chicago Make Two Old Tires do the work of a new one. Send us two of your old casings, regardless of their condition; by our process we return you the two tires made into one ready for 2000 miles of actual service. We guaran- tee this mileage absolutely. We are doing it for others. Send us two old tires to- day, or write and ASK US HOW. COWANS BROS. 150 W. 55th St. New York City WANTED---AGENTS & SALESMEN Al GUARANTEED TIRES What make do you use? What size? WRITE FOR OUR PRICE BULLETINS We pay express charges. ALLEN S. SINSHEIMER 1503 Michigan Ave. Chicago, Ill. Auto Tires Recovered as Follows 8@ . D sbsune een $5.80 st BBB ic asccccce 7% 86x4% i2. Non-Skid wrende applied frera $1.00 to $38.00 extra. Workmanship and material guaranteed. A trial will convince. Repairing tires ER” 1896. UNGKIND & VOGLE 158 Chambers Street, N. Y. City Branch 1100 Bedford ‘Avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y. Bargains in New Tires We can save you 40% on any size. Send for our price list. SERLIN TIRE Co. 1073 14th Place Chicago, II. AGENTS WANTED ONLY REAL HUSTLERS. We have the best automobile tire proposition. $1.00 to $5.00 profit on every sale. No stock investment. 2c. stamp for particulars. Peerless Tire Co. 3804 West 54th St. New York Citv Men With Patentable Ideas Write RANDOLPH & CO., Patent Solicitors Dept. 331, Washington, D. C. Salesmen and Dealers Wanted to sell “Gasolette” The greatest gasoline improver and carbon re- mover ever known. Increases mileage from 40 to 60 per cent and prevents carbon deposits. Guaranteed not to contain Picric or any other acid, ether, camphor, or any ingredient in- jurious to motors. Good territory and liberal commission to the right men. UNITED PRODUCTS CO. 219 E. 22nd St. Chicago, IIl. SALESMAN WANTED To handle as side line on commission a full line of highest grade repair parts for magne- tos and coils. Every dealer and jobber has use for these parts. Answer, Box E171 clo Motor | tl ar continued WELDING Absolutely Guaranteed Welding We ee | guarantee all work done by the OXWELD PROCESS of welding and cutting, including wuiiies cracked or defective cylinders, crankshafts, housings, aluminum crank an transmission cases, etc., etc. Estimates fur- nished on job and contract welding and cutting of all kinds. OXWELD ACETYLENE COMPANY 86th St. and Jasper Pl., Chicago, Ill. Age, giving territory covered. Advance Welding Machine Co. Welding of all kinds of metals. Cast iron and aluminum a specialty. 525 W. Jackson Blvd. 111 N. Desplaines St. Phones: Monroe 3937; Auto 36-192. Chicago, Ill AMERICAN WELDING CO. 2637 Michigan Ave., Chicage Autegenous welding of all metals, sueh crank cases, cylinders, etc. We positively guar antee all werk. Tel. Calumet 8568. Autogenous Welding Expert welders on automobile parts. Manufacturer of reliable welding plants. Get our price and description of welding plant and carbon removing outfit for re- pair shops and garages. C. SORENSEN 18 East 16th Street Chicago, Ill. WELDING Almost any metal broken you can have made good as new by a “VULCAN” Oxy-Acetylene Welding and Cutting Plant. Not the cheapest, but most effi- cient known. Highest grade apparatus with special patterned features. $100.00 and Upwards Write today for book “A”? on welding. VULCAN PROCESS COMPANY _ Minneapolis, Minn. Cincinnati, Ohio WELDING Cylinder, crankcase and _ crankshaft welded. Cylinders ec had to $11 a cylinder, includ- ing piston 8 RLING: ‘ENGINE COMPANY 331-333 re %Glinton Street Chicago, Ill. MISCELLANEOUS We Are Constantly in Touch with employers requiring High- a Engineer- ing service. Are you listed with TOLEDO ENGINEERING. ‘AGENCY Toledo, Ohio E ti n A F ¥v 4 tl t b t A F t n s F -t C 7 “GET NEXT TO THIS” LETTER HEADS (Bond). ENVELOPES ........... BUSINESS CARDS....... SHIPPING TAGS........ STATEMENTS, or...... BILLHEADS ........... “PRESTOPRINT®” “SUE, 31,00 Bloomington, Ill. Chicago SUPPLIES CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE SUPPLY HOUSE New goods, and reduced 1355 $0. MICHIGAN BLYD, prices. Address Dept. A. Dealers, send for our 1914 catalogue and 1915 ad- vance supplement, just out. ante All goods shipped same Illinois day ordered. Give us a trial order and be convinced. Hoyt Electrical Instrument Works HOYT AMMETERS AND VOLTMETERS New Hampshire Penacook, Chains 1341 Altgeld Street SPROCKETS and . Differential IN STOCK OR ORDER SEND FOR NEW CATALOG CULLMAN WHEEL COMPANY Chicago When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age. ll =—=.3] 4 o a4 as owen

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MOTOR AGE & (Mt i MI Mul Hn AX um UNG ih Cars For Sale BEST BARGAIN—$350 5-PASS 30 H. P. Rutenber motor; fine running order, good tires, fully equipped; new selective trans- mission. Cash. Eggleston, 733 So. Kenneth Ave., Chicago. FOR SALE—4-CYLINDER MORA 5-PAS- senger auto; thoroughly overhauled _last winter and run 1,000 miles since. Plate glass windshield; Posed O-lite; exhaust whis- tle; electric vulcanizer; 3 spare inner tubes; tools; top; 5 lamps; all complete, $400. Must be sold. High-grade machine; cost $2,500 three years ago. H. L. Edwards, 216 Euclid Ave., E. Lynn, Mass. FOR SALE—1913 MITCHELL, 4 CYLINDER, 5 pass. car. Remodeled as "1914. Oversize tires. Linen seat covers, complete equip- ment. First-class shape. Price $750.00. S. Spofford, Sturgis, Mich. FOR SALE—1914 HUDSON SIX-40 TOUR- . ing car with extra tire, $1,300, with free trial; guarantee and number. E. F. Aubrey, Ottawa, Ill., R. F. D. No. 27 TWO GOOD AUTO .TRUCKS—ONE 5-TON Packard and one 5-ton Saurer slightly used and in good condition; will sell cheap for cash. Boston Woven Hose & Rubber Com- pany, Portland and Hampshire Sts., Cam- bridge, Mass. WANTED—AN ASSISTANT ENGINEER BY an automobile manufacturing company in Indiana. Wish man who has held similar position in one of the larger automobile fac- tories. Address Box E-179, clo Motor Age. WANTED — FIRST - CLASS REPAIRMAN capable of taking full charge of the re- pair department. ermanent place to right man. State experience and references in first letter. E. J. Miles & Co., Newton, Iowa. WANTED—HIGH CLASS AUTO ACCES- sories salsman with experience in secur- ing equipment contracts from car manufac- turers. Address Box E-182, clo Motor Age. WANTED — SALESMEN ACQUAINTED with auto owners in and out of city; big money. Gasolette Co., 219 E. 22d St., Chicago. WE HAVE OPENINGS FOR LIVE, ENER- getic wholesale salesmen who have proved their ability to close contracts with deal- ers. State fully previous experience and part of country traveled. Address C. F. Jamison, Sales Manager, Saxon Motor Com- pany, Detroit. Situations Wanted ARE YOU IN NEED OF A MAN WHO thoroughly understands the automobile supply business? Single, 27 years old and have had 8 years’ experience in every branch Cars Wanted WANTED—AUTOMOBILE IN GOOD RE- pair in exchange for tuition and home for a girl in a progressive and up-to-date girls’ boarding school. Address Oswego College for Young Women, Oswego, Kan. Parts and Accessories FOR SALE FOR SALE—SHAFT DRIVE REAR AXLE, I-beam front axle, complete with wheels, 30x38, excellent condition; $60.00. Norman Bouas, Coulterville, Il. FOR SALE—1913 FORD ROADSTER BODY in fine condition; run 2,100 miles; $35.00. Am getting touring body. R. C. Nethery, Junction, Texas. Parts and Accessories WANTED WANTED—A THOMAS SURREY (TOR- pedo) Body, 1912 style, upholstered, —S hand, cheap. Give description. — . O. Box ’822, Greenport, L. L, N Help Wanted WANTED—A HIGH CLASS SALESMAN to sell a well-known and popular priced car in middle western city. Must be a hus- tler and capable. Previous experience in this line preferred but not altogether neces- sary. Address Box E-177, clo Motor Age. WANTED—A HIGH-CLASS SALES MAN- ager to take charge of retail sales depart- ment of automobile distributor handling a well-known and popular priced car in a mid- dle western city. A permanent and lucra- tive position to the party who can furnish proper references, who has made good in the past and who can produce results. Address of the line. At present manager and buyer for large Chicago jobber. Sold jobbers in Cleveland to Denver territory for 5 years. Reliability and initiative coupled with experi- ence, ability and acquaintance equips me to either buy or sell. Am willing to travel or make headquarters in another city. Address Box E 166, care Motor Age. CHAUFFEUR— 5 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE, any car, want all-year position. Will gladly furnish reference and bond. i & Knittle, Catawissa, Pa. EXPERIENCED DRIVER DESIRES PER- manent position; 10 years on big cars; also can run motor boat. First-class city references. W. Cotton, 2318 Pleasant Ave., Minneapolis, Minn. EXPERIENCED SALESMAN, HAVING 5 years’ experience in the automobile field, desires to connect with factory as territory sales manager or with distributor as sales- man. Medium priced car and west pre- ferred. One who knows how to make good. Address Box E-176, clo Motor Age. EXPERT REPAIR MAN WANTS POSITION as garage manager.or similar position where automobile experience and knowledge is necessary. Technical graduate, nine years’ experience, married and strictly sober. Can furnish best of references. West or North- west preferred, but not particular. Only po- sition with first-class establishment con- sidered. Address Box E 172, care Motor Age. POSITION AS SALESMAN, WITH 20 years road experience; past 12 years in the automobile game, covering nearly every state in the Union; best of references. Address Box E-174, clo Motor Age. THREE DEPENDABLE, INDUSTRIOUS salesmen (producers) desire to represent reliable manufacturers having lines of merit, on commission. Facilities for demonstrating and carrying stock. Address Box 163, care Motor Age. WANTED—POSITION BY FIRST-CLASS, all-round machinist, blacksmith, engineer and auto repair man; 25 years’ experience; Box E-178, clo Motor Age. at present employed. Write for particulars. YOUNG MAN 22 WISHES POSITION AS chauffeur, with 2 years’ driving experience. Speaks English, Spanish and Italian. Wilins to go anywhere. . B.L., 121 N. Elm St. Westfield, Mass. Business Opportunities EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY. SIMPLE automobile necessity. Want man with brains to arrange distribution. Capital not essential. Address Box E 143, Motor Age. FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN—GARAGE with full equipment, including Bowser pump machinery, oil tanks, vulcanizer Prest-O and Searchlight service. Locate on Lincoln highway, where hundreds tourists pass every day. leased for 5 years. gal. per week. dress Box E of Building can be Average gas aoe 1,500 A bargain at $2,50 Aa- E 170, clo Motor Age. FOR SALE—AUTOMOBILE RADIATOR complete manufacturing equipment, pat- ents, patterns and stock. Factory building optional. Business established since 1905. = Cooler & Hood Mfg. Co., Muskegon, ch FOR SALE—EXCEPTIONALLY PROFIT- able and finely equipped garage, general repair and paint shop, in Michigan city of 6,000 population. Desirable lease of modern brick building 38x140—2 story and basement. Must be’ sold Cet ae account of poor health. Address Box 169, care Motor Age. FOR SALE—GARAGE BUSINESS, SHOP , equipment in town of 3,500; Hastern New York; long term lease can be secured on buildings; good reason for selling. Address Box E-180; clo Motor Age. FOR SALE—HALF INTEREST OR ALL IN an established and paying wholesale and retail automobile parts and accessory busi- ness on Michigan avenue, Chicago. One of the best locations, if not the best. An old advertiser in this magazine. Low rent. Business is practically all cash. This isa geod opportunity to buy a desirable business. wner has larger interests and therefore can- not give his attention to the growing busi- ness. Address Box E 164, care Motor Age. FOR SALE—$12,500.00 GARAGE IN WEST- ern state, fully equipped, doing large busi- ness; 200 Fords this year, with exceptional chance to expand; large territory, everything thoroughly organized and successful. A rare opportunity. For particulars address Box E-158, clo Motor Age. MY PROPOSITION WILL INTEREST ANY man with $1,000.00 to invest in half inter- est in big mony making, legitimate busi- ness, connected with the automobile busi- ness. Must be a good business man and take active part. Profit is what you want —a chance to show you is all I want. Write me. Box E-181, clo Motor Age. SALESMAN AND BROKER—CAN PUT you in touch with business men who want to go in automobile business. What cém- mission will you pay me on each customer I send you? I know a salesman also who would buy interest in small factory making low-priced automobiles and trucks. Ad- se Dan I. Murray, 3 Maiden Lane, New ork. WANTED—LIVE REPRESENTATIVE TO sell high-grade article every home should have. Easy sales, 100 per cent profit. Ex+ clusive territory; carry necessary stock. $25 to $100 required to Lewis Hogan, Mana- Box E-175, clo Motor Age. ger, 312 S. Clark St., Chicago. OWEGO CAR CO., 0-We-Go Cycle Cars 444 Main Street, Owego, N. Y. Immediate deliveries of two passenger Roadster with full equipment ex- cept top. Price, $385 Full panel _ delivery model No. 405. Write for catalog. to fit. OILERS FOR STANLEY STEAM CARS. Also Grout, Pres- cott, Locomobile and Mobile Boilers, all guaranteed repair work. Steam Carriage Boiler Co., Oswego, N. Y. Special boilers 4 to 60 h. p.; When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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In a “centrifugal mile” there are exactly 5280 feet. In a “magnetic mile” there are 5280 feet more or less according to the tem- perature, altitude, or proximity of electrical influences. The centrifugal principle plays no tricks with time or space. When the steady, non- jarrable indicator of the centrifugal ORBIN-DROWN SPEEDOMETER ‘* The Speedometer of Absolute Accuracy ’”’

points to the miles on a legible, stationary dial it points.to the absolute FACT. At- mospheric conditions or electrical influence does not affect its accuracy in the slightest. The Corbin-Brown construction is as sound as its principle. Its simple, strong, friction-free parts give double the life of the complicated magnetic mechanism and stand up under the severest strain. A thorough investigation of the centrifu- gal Corbin-Brown will convince you that there is no stronger or more durable instru- ment made. Visit a Corbin-Brown dealer today. A guarantee of a full year’s service covers every speedometer.

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The Corbin Screw Corporation THE AMERICAN HARDWARE CORPORATION Successors New Britain, Conn. New York Chicago BRANCHES: Philadelphia

A Adamson Mfg. Co......... 102 Alma Motor Truck Co..... 96 Atwater-Kent Mfg. Works. 73 B Bartholomew Co.......... 83 Benham Mig. Cos.......00.s 96 Blackledge, John W., Mfg. MO iss sera arsreyaiees rtia\e oi Stele are 86 Bosch Magneto Co........ 3 BROWN Mere, COs oa. ees 92 Braender Rubber & Tire Co. 98 Brennan Motor Mfg. Co... 96 Bresler-Wallace Sales Co... 101 Loch le Jie <A CLs ele 65 Brictson Mfg. Co......... 102 Bridgeport Brass Co....... 101 Briggs-Detroiter Co........ 98 Briscoe Motor Co.........54-55 Broderick & Bascom Rope ee ae ee 94 BOOM WO Soi ecxdare dees :cieis 98 Buffalo Electric Veh. Co... 94 Byrne, Kingston & Co..... 97 Cc OBFVOTEAT CO... siccccseses i Central Brass & Fixture Co. 94 Century Electric Car Co... 102 Chalmers Motor Co........ 72 Chicago Automobile Supply SE faactie baaidiceters 108 ie vosttcce sing TT TET 109 Clearing House...... 103 to 108 Cockran Pipe Wrench Mfg. . GO Bosch ss stseneanee 88 Compac Tent Co.......... 111 Connecticut Tel. & Elec. Co. 97 Continental Motor Mfg.Co. 98 Corbin-Brown Speedometer. 110 Coreoran Lamp Co......... 101 Cox Brass Mfg. Co........ 97 Cullman Wheel Co........ 108 D Dayton Rubber Mfg. Co... 100 Detroit Steel.Products Co.. 98 Detroit & Cleveland Navi- Te Ce 92 Dimmer Goggle Co........ 99 CN NE esis eacesae 68 When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

E Eisemann Magneto Co..... 70 Electric Auto-Lite Co...... 97 zr Federal Rubber Mfg. Co... 99 Firestone Tire & Rubber W500 crctasta teats eee eeeeees 98 Merd-Metor CGs so o6ic fain 100 Fowler Lamp & Mfg. Uo... 2 G Gabriel Horn Mfg. Co..... 89 General Electric Co........ 87 Gilbert MPs. OO:: «4 .5.%.0:6 sce 111 Golden, Belknap & Swartz NOD cic ciel ap cee RA are ete 99 Golde-Patent Mfg. Co..... 100 Goodrich, 2.52, “Co. ss3.5 100 Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. 112 tyrant Motor Car Co....... 80 Gould Storage Battery Co.. 87 H PEMA COL 5 soc wae ostnes s 95 Hartford Suspension Co... 1 Haywood Tire & Equipment Oe misc skewer de sakceee’ 86 Heme Blée. Cos... 2 es 102 Herff-Brooks Corp......... 74 PRORU EE OO: si5 6 s05e dn 3619.0: 95 Hess-Bright Mfg. Co..-..... 7 Holley PR. COO bsia eis 65,5) 49 Hietel MeAlpin... «6.6 ssc 82 gg a eee 99 Hoyt Electrical Instrument OVWMRRIS "65s lo: ols ops: sfeisi cvs wearers 108 Hunt Eng. & Sales Agency. 95 Hupp Motor Car Co....... 97 Hyatt Roller Bearing Co.. 81 Z Inter-State Motor Co...... 101 J Jeffery, Thos. B., Co......56-57

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te cial MOTOR AGE — — ye ~~, dverti nt Bc K Richard Auto Mfg. Co..... 99 K-W Ignition 3 79 Rutenber Motor Co........ 100 Kimball Tire Case Co...... 100 Kissel Motor Car Co...... 58-59 Klaass & Sachtleben....... 97 sg Knox Motor’ C6... 6.52.3. 96 Salisbury Wheel & Mfg. Co. 102 Schrader’s,. A., Son........ 93 Searenlignt Co... 0. cee 101 L Remeron, OF) Ba C6. 0.550. 0% 84 L. P.O, Meter Ce.......:. 52 Sheldon Axle Co.......... 62-63 LO: GOs sins cccccenss gg Sparks-Withington Co..... bid Lovell-McConnell Mfg. Co. 51 Spicer Mfg. Co..... ian 102 Splitdorf Electrical Co..... 90 Standard Oil Co........... 97 Standard Woven Fabrice Co ee te Ne see ee ee eet er Cover Massel Bees. Ob... «coc. 83 Star Ball Retainer Co...... 100 Master Carbureter Corp.... 89 Maxwell Motor Co. .Front Cover Mercer Automobile Co..... 92 Metallic Automobile Mat- he ee ee eee 96 MOUS GO acieey cares Bees 98 Mitchell-Lewis Motor Co.. sate abe See 64a to 64d Moline Automobile Co... .60-61 Mosler, A. R., & Co....... 66-67 Motsinger Device Mfg. Co. 92 N New Departure Mfg. Co... 91 N. Y. & N. J. Lubricant Co. 99 Nordyke & Marmon Co.... 96 Oo Owepo Cat CO... asia veces 109 iy Paige-Detroit Motor Car Co. 101 Pantasete Oi. cok sc cecstes 85 Pathfinder Co...... Back Cover Pennsylvania Rubber Co... 99 Premier Motor Mfg. Co.... 102 Prest-O-Idte C6... .cciges 69 Pree kkcas ov ev ccuns 108 Pyrene Mfg. Co..........- 85 Steam Carriage Boiler Co.. 109 Stromberg Motor Devices Co. 96 NT os ccc cedv wcince 76 ¥ Thermoid Rubber Co....... 90 Troy Wagon Works Co.... 90 Tuthill Spring Co......... 84 Twitchell Gauge Co....... 102 Vv Valentine & Co........... 93 pk ee ere 94 Vulean Mfg. Co........... 100 Ww Walt Motor Co.... 02.2... 97 Ward Leonard Electric Co. 101 Warner Gear Co.........; 93 Westinghouse Electric & Ne (Crewe ceticeccwancs 90 Weston Electrical Inst. Co. 95 Wheeler & Schebler........ 50 WRG, ENG; OO... cceces + Whitney Mfg. Co.......... 93 Willard Storage Battery Co. 53 Willys-Overland Co...... Cover Winton Motor Car Co..... 96 Wisconsin Motor Mfg. Co.. 101 Zz Zenith Carburetor Co...... 91 {If IT’S ECONOMY for you to spend the price of a Gilbert Spare Tire Cover because it saves its price in the complete protec- tion it affords your extra tire on your spare demount- able rim or wire wheel. We also make a line of inner tube carriers and pro- tectors. Write for our 1914 catalogue of Gilbert Necessities THE GILBERT MFG. COMPANY New Haven, Conn. Carry Your Sleeping Quarters on the Running Board! The Compac Auto Tent may be conveniently carried on the running board or under rear seat during the day. Erected at night, it affords perfect shelter and protection for your entire touring party. Guaranteed water-proof, snake-proof and insect-proof. Tour in Comfort with a CompacAutoZent- Patented April, 1913 Two private rooms— 4 ft. doors—Separate entrance — Tent and Bed combine d= _ Sewed in flocr—No | i Hi Compae Tents are made of water-proof silkette cloth. They may be rolled into a package 7x20 inches, weighing from 6 to 12 Ibs., according to size. HH | Cots necessary—Per- ll I fectly ventilated—No HT poles required. Compac Tent Erected Write for Complete Information, COMPAC TENT COMPANY 414 WEST TENTH STREET, INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mentron Motor Age.

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MOTOR AGE Buy Wider Tires Get This Extra Service When You Pay an Extra Price This is today’s chief tire question: Can I get less trouble —longer service—by paying an extra price? You can. But not by paying more than Goodyear prices for the same-size tire. No-Rim-Cut tires. You can’t buy better than But nearly every motorist can use a half-inch wider tire—and one inch larger. And it will perfectly fit his rim. For instance— A 31x 31% will fit the rim using a 30 x 3. A 33x4 © will fit the rim using a 32 x 314. A 37x5 will fit the rim using a 36 x 414. So with many other sizes. Your dealer will inform you. It will pay you well to use the largest size that your wheel allows. No Extra Price to Many Many. of you now pay for tires more than Goodyears cost. Sixteen makes are sold at extra prices. Some are one-third higher. And a half- inch wider Goodyear doesn’t cost as much. That extra price now buys you nothing, so far as our tests can show. No extra mileage—no less trouble— nothing tangible at all. For Good- year is the utmost in a tire. Let it buy a real advantage. Let it, if- you pay it, buy a wider tire— more size, more air capacity. Then the extra will come back to you per- haps over and over—in the added mileage. All That Tires Should Cost In our opinion, Goodyear tires cost all that tires should cost. If there are ways to make tires better, we have never found them out. And we should know. We spend $100,000 yearly on research, tests and experiments—just to make sure that Goodyears are not anywhere ex- celled. In four ways they excel all others —in the four. great trouble-saving features listed at the right.. So we see no reason why a same-size tire should cost $5 to $15 more. Goodyear prices are simply due to Goodyear popularity. Our No- Rim-Cut tires once cost far more than other standard makes. But multiplied output and new efficiency brought those prices down. They outsell any other tire. The sales this year are growing faster than ever. ‘That after millions have been tested on some hundreds of thousands of cars. All of which argues that Goodyear prices buy the best that men can give. Any dealer can supply you. Goodyear’s Four Exclusive Features These four great features are embodied in Goodyear tires alone: No-Rim-Cut feature — the faultless way to end rim-cut- ting. It makes this trouble im- poss:ble—that we guarantee. “On-Air” cure—an exclu- Sive process conducted under actual road conditions. It costs us $1,500 daily, but it saves the countless blow-outs due to wrinkled fabric. Rubber rivets—hundreds of which are formed in each tire to combat tread separation. They reduce the risk 60 per cent. All- Weather treads — the tough, double-thick anti-skids Flat and smooth, so they run like a plain tread; but with deep, sharp, resistless grips. These are all costly features. They are saving tire users’ millions of dollars. But not one is found in any tire save the Goodyear No-Rim-Cut tire. Tell your dealer. that you want this tire. Va AKRON, OHIO No-Rim-Cut Tires With All-Weather Treads or Smooth THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY, AKRON, OHIO Toronto, Canada Dealers Everywhere (1739) London, England Branches and Agencies in 103 Principal Cities Mexico City, Mexico Write Us on Anything You Want in Rubber When Writing to Advertisers, Please Mention Motor Age.

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od i, ee osm GELS bf / ho eto ne i f {Pie netin woe's eS fo 43 Investigate the PATHFINDER “Six” WS) KS 5 On wh There are two models: DANIEL BOONE, a light Six at..............--$2222 LEATHER STOCKING, a big Six..........-22++- 2750 Both are complete in equipment and are beautifully designed. Both will give one or two years longer satisfactory use than other cars on account of their honest, high-grade construc- tion. Both give value not equalled by any other car, four or six, approaching the price marks which they have es- tablished. On these facts you can talk to your customers and sell them PATHFINDERS. WRITE TODAY FOR 1915 LITERATURE AND COPY OF OUR NEW SALES PLAN, Motor Car Manufacturing Co. 1130 Division St., Indianapolis, Ind. ——— SO AA 9, f é re ae &