oc-plain-dealer 1923-11-03

VOL, XXVII, No. 58 NEW SALES RECORDS REFERENDUM ON 26,000 POUNDS Club Owners Demand Vote To Settle Truckload Weights Action of the city council in Los Angeles in raising the legal truckload limit to 26,000 pounds, brought emphatic protest in the form of referendum petitions from automobile owners. The state law fixes the maximum weight at 22,000 pounds. It is pointed out in the protests against the new ordinance that only 36 out of 10,000 motor vehicles reap advantage by the excessive load, and that while this 1-3 of 1 per cent of vehicle owners are being profited the re Action of the city council in Los Angeles in raising the legal truckload limit to 26,000 pounds, brought emphatic protest in the form of referendum petitions from automobile owners. The state law fixes the maximum weight at 22,000 pounds. It is pointed out in the protests against the new ordinance that only 36 out of 10,000 motor vehicles reap advantage by the excessive load, and that while this 1-3 of 1 per cent of vehicle owners are being profited, the remaining 99 2-3 per cent are suffering injury to the highways, for which they are charged 2c on every gallon of gasoline they buy for maintenance. The fight against the loads that ruin roads is being led by the Auto. Club of So. Calif., which has made exhaustive engineering investigations proving that all weights over 22,000 pounds are against public policy as the highways are now constructed. 42,271 VEHICLES NEW FORD RECORD New record production figures of the Ford Motor Co. continue to appear in spite of the fact that schedules generally are not being increased at this season of the year. During the week ended Oct. 30, a new high record of 42,271 cars and trucks was reached, 502 higher than in the week ending Sept. 25. The show and salesrooms of the Applaby Motor Co. are thrown open today to display the new 1924 models of the Star car, which come without previous warning or announcement. Marked changes in the body reveal themselves to the most casual inspection. The effect of the long, curving streamlines is that of added wheel hash, and the same streamline effect is heightened by the curved side arms of the windshield and by the new hood. In this last feature, the hood, and in the radiator the whole design has been changed, the new contours being vastly more symmetrical and classic. The side hinges of the hood are coated in these new models. The radiator, in addition to beauty, has additional coat affording greater cooling ties to the engine. Another point of interest overlapping doors, with opening as one with the This greatly simplifies the of entrance and exit. The are fitted with two adjuster bumpers. The upholstery, of quality, is Hidum-bound thou out, and is more heavily than that of the earlier later and larger type of steary springs are used. (NASH) Four Carriole Five Passengers $1515 Delivered Ranks First by Comparison! Consider the superior merits of this Nash Carriole. Mark its smart, sweeping lines; its all-metal panel construction; its beautiful color combination. Note the luxury and the completeness of the car's equipment. Finally, take the wheel for a road trial. Feel the motor's smooth rush of power; its brisk getaway; its brilliant response. In every test, in every contrast, the Carriole will compel your admiration. And the price is set low. Drive it—today! FOURS and SIXES Models range from $1125 to $2495 f. o. b. Anaheim Bob White Company 332 WEST CENTER STREET PHONE Plain Dealer automobile Sect Anaheim, California, November 3, 1923 ORDS MADE IN ANAHEIM DU Picture of the New Star Car TRACK W BE REBU AT ONC Speedway Fire Interfere With T giving Mee The fire which Tues the Los Angeles speedw eriy, was checked before million-dollar plant w ly damaged, according ment given out by A. manager of the associat one-eighth of a mile o on the north side of t front of the grandstand ed, the damage being at about $50,000, whi covered, according to Take Trade Prettier Than Ever ages of the hood are concealed these new models. The radiator, in addition to its beauty, has additional capacity, ordering greater cooling facilities to the engine. Another point of interest is the overlapping doors, with curtains opening as one with the doors, greatly simplifies the matter entrance and exit. The doors are fitted with two adjustable rubber bumpers. The upholstery, of excellent quality, is Hidum-bound through it, and is more heavily padded than that of the earlier models, later and larger type of upholstery springs are used. (Continued on page 9) IRRIGATE OFF OWN LAND CHARGE Complaint to Supervisors Next Tuesday By South Palm Man At next Tuesday's meeting of the board of supervisors a complaint will be presented by a prominent resident of S. Palm st., outside the city, against the practice of certain neighbors in cultivating and irrigating on the shoulders of the road. The man complaining now is compiling a list of the alleged offenders, according to instructions given him, and if necessary the board will prefer charges. Inquiry of J. L. McBride, county supt. of highways, showed that this practice is altogether too common in the county, with the result that the shoulders of the county roads are broken down or undermined and thousands of dollars' damage done. Regarding obtaining rights of way for road improvements, Supervisor Tom Talbert announced that he expected to have the agreements and deeds in the hands of the recalcitrants on the Huntington Beach-Newport Beach section of the state coast highway by today. No further trouble in obtaining signatures is anticipated. James Irvine has signified his willingness to deed a strip 80 feet wide and six miles long on the Newport Beach-Laguna Beach link. While the deed hasn't been formally presented to him, and is OUT-OF-TOWN FOLK WORST OFFENDERS Commit 97 Per Cent of Traffic Law Violations Here Ninety-seven per cent of the traffic law violations in Anaheim are committed by out-of-towners. Jack Pickeli, city traffic officer, declares. But there are certain Anaheimers who have "gotten by" so far who will yet be caught. Pickell added. One of the common offenses is passing another car at an intersection. The law requires single file. Pickell is permitting 27 miles per hour in 20-mile zones and 20 in 15-mile zones, so that there will be no comeback from persons arrested. The speed at intersections is supposed to be 10 miles and 16 miles, respectively. The number of arrests has fallen off recently, but it fluctuates, and the total over an extended period will show that City Marshal Bert Moody and his aldes and Pickell have been more active than ever. CLOSED CAR WAS NEVER SO POPULAR Enclosed car shows held this fall in various cities throughout the country have made clear public preference for the closed car. Consider the car's equipment trial. Feel its brisk gettest, in every your admira- way for road improvements. Supervisor Tom Talbert announced that he expected to have the agreements and deeds in the hands of the recalcitrants on the Huntington Beach-Newport Beacon section of the state coast highway by today. No further trouble in obtaining signatures is anticipated. James Irvine has signified his willingness to deed a strip 80 feet wide and six miles long on the Newport Beach-Laguna Beach link. While the deed hasn't been formally presented to him, and is not yet shaped up, McBride declared he was sure to sign. As for the piece through Laguna Beach, the original street was only 40 feet wide, so that 20 feet off each side of the road must be taken to make up the required 80. Eight or ten owners already have signed. Between Laguna Beach and Serra, no effort to get the rights of way has been started as yet, but no difficulty is anticipated. Large holdings are in question for the most part. The subdividers at Dana Point divided after allowing for the rights of way necessary for the road. Less trouble is being experienced on the county road improvements, according to MeBride. Most of the dirt roads have been traveled for years, and rights pretty well established. Until a road is improved, however, and is a true county road, rights of way are in question. OAKLAND SPORT IS NIFTY AUTO One of the new Oakland sport cars arrived this week at the showrooms of Harry L. Turton, northern Orange county distributor. It is a beautiful car. The color is a turquoise blue with orange trimmings, while a nickel radiator, aluminum scuff plates, semi-California top, sunshade, black fenders, etc., add to its attractiveness. Other features are side wings, mirror, Spanish leather upholstery, bumpers, indirect lighting on dash, and Fisher body. CLOSED CAR WAS NEVER SO POPULAR Enclosed car shows held this fall in various cities throughout the country have made clear public preference for the closed car. "Never before in the history of the industry has the enclosed car met with such wide-favor," says E. H. McCarty, general sales manager of the Nash Motors Co. "As a matter of fact, since last February, Nash Motors has been unable any month to meet the full demand for closed models. Sales reports from practically all sections of the country tell the same story—demand having reached a point where definite plans for increase of Nash enclosed car production have been made necessary." Men identified with the automobile industry who are in a position to speak with authority, declare that ingenuity in the creation of original body styles has made Nash Motors an acknowledged leader in the art of coach design. The Nash line of 14 models includes seven enclosed cars, four on the six-cylinder chassis and three on the four-cylinder chassis. These models, ranging in price from $1165 to $2190, include at least three body designs entirely original with Nash that have set a pace for the entire automobile industry. The cars referred to are the new Nash Victoria, a picturesque and thoroughly original car of the coupe type; the Nash four-door coupe, 5000 of which have passed into the hands of buyers since its introduction last January; and the Nash carriole, a 5-passenger enclosed car on the 4-cylinder chassis. It is pointed out by automobile makers that the design of enclosed bodies calls into play the technique of the artist and (Continued on page three) ER ection M DURING PAST MONTH TRACK WILL BE REBUILT AT ONCE Speedway Fire Not to Interfere With Thanksgiving Meet The fire which Tuesday swept the Los Angeles speedway at Beverly, was checked before the huge million-dollar plant was seriously damaged, according to a statement given out by A. M. Young, manager of the association. About one-eighth of a mile of the track on the north side of the track in front of the grandstand was burned, the damage being estimated at about $50,000, which is fully covered, according to speedway SEE YOUR FRIENDS HAVE GUEST TAGS Are your friends from outside the state who have motorized to California provided with "guest tags?" If not, they should be, to insure extra courtesies wherever they may visit. These tags are obtainable free of charge by visiting motorists from any branch office of the Auto Club of So. Calif. They indicate that the car bearing the emblem is carrying "strangers within our gates" and therefore possible future residents. Free touring information is supplied liberally to all cars carrying tags, which also are interesting little souvenirs of the motor trip through California. LARGER BUT FOR LACK OF CARS Difficult to Get New Models In Some Cases, Report October was a busy sales month for local auto distributors, in spite of the fact that failure of the new models of several cars to arrive halted business to some extent. Sid McGraw reported sales of 57 new Ford cars, one new tractor, 16 used Fords and two used tractors, one of the best months the Ford station has had. Here Is Racers' Standing The official point standing of the automobile racing drivers to date Ruds Eddie Hearne the leading contender for the 1923 National Championship. giving Meet The fire which Tuesday swept the Los Angeles speedway at Beverly, was checked before the huge million-dollar plant was seriously damaged, according to a statement given out by A. M. Young, manager of the association. About one-eighth of a mile of the track on the north side of the track in front of the grandstand was burned, the damage being estimated at about $50,000, which is fully covered, according to speedway officials, by insurance. This part of the track will be rebuilt at once and carpenters are busy with their plans for the immediate start of the work. It is expected that this will be done within two weeks' time in order that the speed kings will have time to practice for the speedway 250-mile national championship classic, which will be held on Thanksgiving day. A grass fire that got out of control and was swept into the speedway by a brisk breeze, is given as the cause of the fire, which for several hours threatened to destroy the entire track and grandstands and deprive 100,000 racing fans of an opportunity to see the great Turkey day classic. One of the mysteries of this world is why a bandmaster does not wear his medals on his back where the audience can see them—Chicago Herald-Examiner. Here Is Racers' Standing The official point standing of the automobile racing drivers to date finds Eddie Hearne the leading contender for the 1923 National Speedway title with a total of 1622 points. Jimmy Murphy, 1922 champion, is second with 1210 points. The following are the standings of the first ten drivers and the number of championship points to be awarded Thanksgiving day at the Beverly Hills bowl: STANDING Eddie Hearne ... 1622 Jimmy Murphy ... 1210 Harry Hart ... 820 Tommy Milton ... 810 Harlan Fengler ... 670 Bennett Hill ... 450 Jerry Wonderlich ... 291 Earl P. Cooper ... 310 Frank Elliott ... 251 Dave Lewis ... 234 POINTS TO BE AWARDED ON THANKSGIVING Eddie Hearne, first ... 500 Jimmy Murphy, second ... 260 Harry Hartz, third ... 140 Cases, Report October was a busy sales month for local auto distributors, in spite of the fact that failure of the new models of several cars to arrive halted business to some extent. Sid McGraw reported sales of 57 new Ford cars, one new tractor, 16 used Fords and two used tractors, one of the best months the Ford station has had. The Frank P. Taggart Co. reported the sale of 60 new Chevrolet during the month in Anaheim, Pullerton and the rest of Northern Orange County. Harry D. Riley sold nine new Studebaker cars and 12 used ones. Riley was one of those who found it impossible to get all the cars he needed. The Anaheim Auto Co., Harry L. Turton, Charley Mann, Dale & Co., J. E. Walter Co., and others also had a good month, although they also suffered from a scarcity of the new models. Accumulated back orders in some cases resulted in clearing out what cars were on hand, compelling new prospects to wait for deliveries. Carburetor troubles due to leaks and too rich a mixture are more apt to be caused by wear on the natural parts comprising the fuel system. Plain Dealer Ads Always Bring Buick Open Cars are Stormtight Perfect protection is provided from rain and wind. The lower frame of the windshield fits into a permanent rubber grommet. Moulded rubber seals every joint between the frames and posts. At the top a new weatherstrip, steel reinforced, excludes all air that might enter between the windshield and top, and side curtains button to the windshield, instead of the posts, covering the slight crack between them. In addition to these and numerous other refinements, Buick four-wheel brakes afford a greater degree of safety on all models. Fours Five Pass, Touring $960 Five Pass, Sedan $1405 Two Pass, Roadster 935 Four Pass, Coupe 1205 Sixes Five Pass, Touring $1285 Seven Pass, Sedan $2285 Two Pass, Roadster 1275 Three Pass, Sport Roadster 1075 Five Pass, Sedan 2005 Four Pass, Sport Touring 1725 Five Pass, Double Service Sedan 1695 Brongham Sedan 2233 Seven Pass, Touring 1565 Four Pass, Coupe 1995 Prices f.a. b. Buick Factories; government tax to be added. ANAHEIM AUTO CO. WM. GOODRUM, Proprietor Anaheim, 128 South Los Angeles Street Fullerton, California WHEN BETTER AUTOMOBILES ARE BUILT, BUICK WILL BUILD THEM