oc-plain-dealer 1923-11-24

VOL XXVII, NO. 76 COURTS JOIN TRAFFIC RACE ENTRIES ANNOUNCED IN L.A. Eighteen to Compete In Turkey Day 250-Mile Classic LOS ANGELES SPEEDWAY, Nov. 24 (Special dispatch). Eighteen drivers have entered the fourth annual Thanksgiving day 250-mile automobile race, to be held on the Beverly Hills speed- TRAFFIC RULES TO BE STRICTER IN L.A. The emergency ordinance of Los Angeles now is being drafted, following instructions given the district attorney by the city council, and Orange county folk driving to the metropolis will have to mind their p's and q's. Vehicles will be prohibited from parking in the second line of traffic, parking in the congested district will be prohibited from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 6:15 p.m., instead of from 4:00 to 6:15 p.m. only, and regulations regarding stopping back of trolley cars will be rigidly enforced. HUDSONS MOSTLY CLOSED CARS NOW The Automobile Show recently ended in Los Angeles revealed a decided tendency toward the closed car. The wise men of motor-dom have seen the Star in the east, and following its guiding AUTO TRADING DINE, MAKE MERRY Eighty Observe Last Night at General Meeting in Fullerton Observing ladies' night, Orange County Auto Trade last evening assembled 80 s at McFarland's Cafe, Full where a general meeting, dinner, dancing and ente Eighteen to Compete In Turkey Day 250-Mile Classic LOS ANGELES SPEEDWAY, Nov. 24 (Special dispatch).—Eighteen drivers have entered the fourth annual Thanksgiving day 250-mile automobile race, to be held on the Beverly Hills speedway next Thursday. A M. Young secretary-manager of Log Angeles Speedway Ass'n., announced the entries as follows: Tommy Milton, H. C. S. special; Earl B. Cooper, H. C. special; Frank Elliott, Elliott special; Cliff Durant, Durant special; Jimmy Murphy, Durant special; Harry Hartz, Durant special; Eddie Hearne, Durant special; Jerry Wonderlich, Durant special; Joe Boyer, Duesenberg special; Bennett Hill, Duesenberg special; "Red" Shafer, Duesenberg special; Harlan Fengler, Wade special; Ralph DePalma, Miller special; Ernie Olson, Miller special; Martin DeAlzaga, Miller special; Antoine Mourre, Mourre special; Wesley Crawford, White special; Wallace Butler, Miller special. To endeavor to pick a winner Thanksgiving day is harder than trying to locate the proverbial needle in the haystack. Murphy, Milton, Hearne, Hartz, Durant, Fengler, Cooper, Wonderlich, DePalma, Alzaga—all are in line to annex the checkered flag. Then, too, there are Bennett Hill, Joe Boyer and the rest of the field to be considered. Ralph DePalma, the great driver whose smile has made him famous wherever automobile racing cars are campaled, must be considered everyone declares. Ralph, in his newly-built Miller creation, has an automobile that is just as fast as the rest of them. Moreover, he is slowly working it in so it will be "right" next Thursday afternoon. De Palma is a pilot who has always been a first place man. If he doesn't win he will be out in front at some time or other. But Thanksgiving day once he gets out in the lead, it will take a lot of speed to pass him; his generalship will make it necessary for (Continued on Page Two) HUDSONS MOSTLY CLOSED CARS NOW The Automobile Show recently ended in Los Angeles revealed a decided tendency toward the closed car. The wise men of motor-dom have seen the Star in the east, and following its guiding rays, have found the birthplace of a new era in motor car manufacturing. The first to realize that motor car manufacturers must break away from old, time-honored customs, was the Hudson Motor Car Co. Two years ago they placed on the market, experimentally, the famous Coach model, and were so sure that they had analyzed the market situation correctly that they re-designed their entire factory, starting a quantity production of this low-priced model that increased their closed car output to 60 per cent of the total. This year has witnessed a gathering momentum in the production of coaches. The percentage has gradually increased from 60 to 65, 70, and now 75. According to advisers just received by H. R. Grove, local Hudson and Essex dealer, the factory is anticipating a production of nine closed cars to one open car for 1924. This means that in the very near future enclosed cars will cost less than open cars, obeying the law of supply and demand, with the factor of quantity production controlling the price. By this same reasoning, it is evident that touring cars are going to be very hard to get, and those who really like this type of car are advised to purchase one before the price advances. It is even possible that no touring cars will be available without serious delays in delivery. EXIDE OVERSIZE BATTERY Two extra plates more than the number on any other battery/are contained in the Exide battery,says B. F. Herr, of Herr & Fulfer. Exide Battery Station proprietors. An oversize battery means longer life and more power. Eighty Observe Law Night at General Meeting in Fullerton Observing ladies' night, Orange County Auto Trade last evening assembled 80 s at McFarland's Cafe. Full where a general meeting, dinner, dancing and entiment was held. A feature of the gathering the presence of the Wicker Club in a body, numbering with their guests. The club connected with the Wicker Implement Co. James Grainger, secretariathe Citrus Belt Auto Trade made a semi-humorous address which he said that charit practiced by philanthropists usually thought to be involved with an ulterior motive. But automobile industry on its side not only applied chart its used car business but away $200,000,000 the past besides. Mr. Rudd, salesman of Ana, in a speech contrasted ing with clerking, when he that the salesman was not tent with the routine of his hit aided sales by suggesti Attorney A. E. Koepsel of ta Ana spoke briefly. Thompson's orchestra of ta Ana played and Mrs. Edm mel of Santa Ana, soprano Mr. Barr of Orange, bar sang. Prof. Clanfoni gave bone solos. OAKLAND SALES Oaklands continue to sell at Harry L. Turton's agency two sub-agencies in northern ange county. Glenn Quinn the Placentia-Richfield vie purchased an Oakland coupe Jack Culiberson a fully equ Oakland touring car this two coupes and two sedans due here today for Turton.itically a carload a week is suited to reach Anaheim to fill ton's order for 200 cars cow the 12 months. Of the 565,000 automobiles Michigan, only 61,000 are ed with certificates of title. HUDSON COACH $1375 Freight and Tax Extra On the Finest Super-Si Chassis Ever Built At practically open car cost, the Coach combines all closed car comforts with famous chassis quality. Increasing thousands find it meets every need, at a big saving in cost. The Hudson Sedan gives custom built quality with a price advantage of hundreds of dollars over cars of comparable fineness and chassis excellence. $1895 Custom Built Quality at Quantity Prices HUDSON SEDAN H. R. GROVE 226 S. Los Angeles St. Anaheim 112 East Amerige Fullerton Plain Dealer automobile Sect Anaheim, California, Saturday, November 24, 1923 TRAFFIC SQUAD IN WAR ON RAILWAYS AUTO TRADES DINE, MAKE MERRY ighty Observe Ladies' light at General Meeting in Fullerton observing ladies' night, the age County Auto Trade Ass'n evening assembled 80 strong McFarland's Cafe, Fullerton, are a general meeting, with her, dancing and entertain- GRAY MAKES ITS BOW TO ANAHEIM An average gas mileage of 30 to the gallon and wonderfully easy riding, mark the new Gray models. The Gray's claim that it is an economy car has been definitely established by performance that has been made an official record. A Gray stock touring car was driven in the fall of 1922 from San Francisco to New York under ordinary driving conditions. The car had no special equipment and was accompanied the entire journey by an official observer of the American Auto Ass'n. This sturdy car established a new economy record—one that will undoubtedly stand for a long time to come—an average of 33.8 miles per gallon of gasoline for 4819 miles of travel. Other features are: Three-speed transmission and one reverse; Westinghouse starter and generator; worm and gear adjustable steering; a flexible engine that will idle down in traffic and pick up quickly; improved centrifugal splash system of lubrication etc. TWO CARS PER DAY ARE SOLD BY MARKET Anaheim's County Certified Motor Car Market has been selling an average of two cars per day of late, according to Manager C. P. Hamim, who ascribes the larger volume of business to the increased advertising space which he is using in the Plain Dealer. When the market opened the average for several months was only a car per day and that was considered excellent. Must Stop Near Trolleys, Says Law Familiarity with the laws relating to stopping behind street cars is necessary for the autoist who wishes to avoid trouble, according to the public safety department of the Auto Club of So. Calif. City ordinances relating to this phase of driving are the laws to be observed by motorists, rather than the state vehicle act. CRUSH SMALL TIRE, TURBINE MAKERS 114 Driven Out of ness in 60 Day Report Here No less than 114 sma facturers of tires and turbine bankrupt or sold on the past 60 days. This port brought here by the sentative of a well-known Mighty Observe Ladies' Night at General Meeting in Fullerton Observing ladies' night, the Orange County Auto Trade Ass'n. evening assembled 80 strong McFarland's Cafe. Fullerton, here a general meeting, with her, dancing and entertaining was held. Feature of the gathering was presence of the Wickersheim Co. in a body, numbering 37 in their guests. The club is connected with the Wickersheim Element Co. James Grainger, secretary of Citrus Belt Auto Trade Ass'n., a semi-humorous address in which he said that charity as noticed by philanthropists was really thought to be associated with an ulterior motive. But the automobile industry on its retail not only applied charity in used car business, but gave $200,000,000 the past year. Mr. Rudd, salesman of Santa Claire, in a speech contrasted sell-with clerkling, when he said the salesman was not conceived with the routine of his job, added sales by suggestion. Attorney A. E. Koepsel of San Anza spoke briefly. Thompson's orchestra of San Antonio played and Mrs. Ed Humphrey of Santa Ana, soprano, and Barr of Orange, baritone, g. Prof. Clanfoni gave trombone solos. OAKLAND SALES Oaklands continue to sell fast Harry L. Turton's agency, and sub-agencies in northern Orlando county. Glenn Quinn, of Placentia-Richfield vicinity, purchased an Oakland coupe and Culberson a fully equipped land touring car this week. He coupes and two sedans are here today for Turton. Practically a carload a week is scheduled to reach Anaheim to fill Turson order for 200 cars covering 12 months. If the 565,000 automobiles in Michigan, only 61,000 are covered with certificates of title. OACH Best Super-Six Ever Built This sturdy car established a new economy record—one that will undoubtedly stand for a long time to come—an average of 33.8 miles per gallon of gasoline for 4819 miles of travel. Other features are: Three-speed transmission and one reverse; Westinghouse starter and generator; worm and gear adjustable steering; a flexible engine that will idle down in traffic and pick up quickly; improved centrifugal splash system of lubrication, etc. The distributors have received five models, serving of which started yesterday. The Gray is expected to be a lively competitor of the other light cars on the market. MURPHY ALWAYS THE GOOD SPORT LOS ANGELES, Nov. 24—Jimmy Murphy is always the sportsman. Thursday he pilots a Durant special in the classic that is to decide whether he will be the 1923 champion or "Grandpa" Eddie Hearne will take the title. But in the same race will be Olson, Murphy's famous mechanician, who will be tooling the Miller special James piloted in Italy and owned by the popular Murphy. Originally, the car was the Durant special No. 1, in which Murphy rode to the championship in 1922. However, when he decided on his European trip, several changes on the machine were made, with the result that it was much lighter and the big bulge in the tail was lopped off. If Olson, piloting his first classic, should win from his former "chauffeur," then the popular James Anthony will be instrumental in his own defeat. On the other hand, he can be a mighty obstacle in the path of Eddie Hearne, for if he should battle the latter for third place and come out of it on top, then "Grandpa" will not be the titleholder for 1923. That is, of course, if James Anthony wins the Turkey day classic. Olson as a mechanician played a most important part in Jimmy's victories. Perhaps as a driver he may be instrumental in his defeats. That is the way it goes in this game of speed, the record books show. Another instance of Murphy's sportsmanship was brought out yesterday when Martin DeAlzaga, the wild driver from the Argentine, was having trouble in getting speed. No matter what he did to his car, he was unable to inject more miles per hour into it. Jimmy had been fiddling with his own mount but when he saw the journey by an official observer of the American Auto Ass'n. This sturdy car established a new economy record—one that will undoubtedly stand for a long time to come—an average of 33.8 miles per gallon of gasoline for 4819 miles of travel. Other features are: Three-speed transmission and one reverse; Westinghouse starter and generator; worm and gear adjustable steering; a flexible engine that will idle down in traffic and pick up quickly; improved centrifugal splash system of lubrication, etc. The distributors have received five models, serving of which started yesterday. The Gray is expected to be a lively competitor of the other light cars on the market. Must Stop Near Trolleys, Says Law Familiarity with the laws relating to stopping behind street cars is necessary for the autoist who wishes to avoid trouble, according to the public safety department of the Auto Club of So. Calif. City ordinances relating to this phase of driving are the laws to be observed by motorists, rather than the state vehicle act. When there is no supplementary city ordinance on the subject, the state law is to be observed. This is, in effect, that a street car which is stopped for the purpose of loading or unloading passengers, may be passed when it is possible to leave six feet in the clear between the side of the automobile and the steps of the street car, and provided the speed does not exceed ten miles an hour. However, most cities having street cars have their own ordinances, so that motorists will do well to familiarize themselves with local laws. Buy In Anaheim 30 NEW FORD CARS SOLD IN 3 WEEKS With delivery of 30 new Ford cars, two new tractors, 21 used Fords, and one used tractor so far this month, the Sid McGraw Ford, Fordson and Lincoln agency foresees another successful period. The Ford is in a price class of its own, a McGraw representative suggested, with little doubt of being the most seasonable car on the market. Buy In Anaheim California State Automobile Ass'n. will devote considerable time to the elimination of grade crossings in the state, avers the association's president, W. S. Clayton. He spoke on this subject at the meeting in San Francisco. You don't know real light till you ride in Gray Olson as a mechanician played a most important part in Jimmy's victories. Perhaps as a driver he may be instrumental in his defeats. That is the way it goes in this game of speed, the record books show. Another instance of Murphy's sportsmanship was brought out yesterday when Martin DeAlzaga, the wild driver from the Argentine, was having trouble in getting speed. No matter what he did to his car, he was unable to inject more miles per hour into it. Jimmy had been fiddling with his own mount, but when he saw the trouble the visitor was in he dropped everything and went to help Alzaga. After a while the popular Irishman located what was wrong with the South American's Miller Special. When Alzaga went out for practice again he had lots more speed. Shop Early— STUDEBAKER SALES Harry D. Riley has sold a new Studebaker special six to F. B. Cleveland of Anaheim. Others who have purchased cars are Guy B. Woolverton of Anaheim, M. C. Goff of Orange and W. C. Heaslon of Santa Ana. Buy In Anaheim— RADIO We have a complete line of Radio Parts for all the principal circuits, and a Radio for every man's purse. An Ideal Christmas Gift Robt. V. Jensen Carburetor-Ignition Works 242 E. Center Anaheim RECTION ON RECKLESS DRIVERS CRUSH SMALL TIRE, TUBE MAKERS 114 Driven Out of Business in 60 Days Is Report Here No less than 114 small manufacturers of tires and tubes have gone bankrupt or sold out during the past 60 days. This is the report brought here by the representative of a well-known Los Angeles company. "Stop, Look, Listen," Never Mind Jigger Don't trust altogether to those red jiggers at the railway crossings. Sometimes they don't work until after the train has passed. Yesterday afternoon a freight train came along Santa Ana street, and it wasn't until it had partly passed the crossing at South Lemon that the jigger stirred. Nor was there any sound either from engine whistle or jigger. The old motto: "Stop, Look and Listen" appears to be as wise a one as ever to follow. NEW DISTRIBUTOR, WILLYS-OVERLAND W. R. Schanhals has taken over the distribution of the Willys-Knight and Overland cars from the J. E. Walter Co., but the latter retains the Jordan and the service shop. Walter's quarters remain at the big garage corner of N. Olive and E. Center sts. The personnel of the establishment remains otherwise large by the same. Justices Ignore New Motor Vehicle Act; Offenders Multiply Two justices of the peace in Orange county are hearing evidence in speed cases based upon the use of speed traps, and some legally legal tilts are near over the constitutionality of the traps, which are forbidden by the new 114 Driven Out of Business in 60 Days Is Report Here No less than 114 small manufacturers of tires and tubes have gone bankrupt or sold out during the past 60 days. This is the report brought here by the representative of a well-known Los Angeles concern, following a recent computation. Prices are certain to stiffen immediately after Jan. 1, according to this man, partly because cotton constantly is rising. All price lists will be abolished, and most of them have been already, in the fight against manufacturers of cheap tires. The latter are declared to reap most of the benefit from such lists by cutting under prices named. Prices will be left to dealers, who can set the levels at which they believe they will realize a fair profit. Already prices on clinchers and Ford sizes have been advanced to the dealer, according to F. S. Dunlop. One reason for this is that the margin of price difference between clincher and straight side types of tires in various sizes has been too extreme. In the case of the 31x4, for example, the spread has been as high as $10, partly because the straight side has two more plys. Justices Ignore New Motor Vehicle Act; Offenders Multiply Two justices of the peace in Orange county are hearing evidence in speed cases based upon the use of speed traps, and some lively legal tilts are near over the constitutionality of the traps, which are forbidden by the new state motor vehicle act. The justices are John Landell of San Juan Capistrano and G. H. Morrison of Seal Beach. The former is quoted as declaring that he will admit such evidence. Speed violation complaints continue to pile up at Santa Ana, following the renewed activity of the state traffic squad, and the absolute refusal of Justice J. B. Cox even to give a hearing in cases where speed traps have been used. (Continued on Page Two) We Are Certainly Selling Automobiles Why? —because our used cars are now priced at “never-before-heard-of prices.” All standard make cars—reconditioned, refinished, ready to drive away and give real service and satisfaction. Come Today and See for Yourself THIS WEEK'S SPECIALS ON FORDS 1921 Ford Touring $125 1923 Ford Coupe $475 This is a clean job 1921 Ford Roadster $200 1919 Ford Coupe $250 1923 Ford Roadster $350 16 valve head, double Hasslers, water pump, Bosch ignition, other extras; some speed. 1923 Ford Coupe $500 Ruxstall rear end, lots of extras. 1921 Ford Touring $125 1921 Ford Roadster $200 1923 Ford Roadster $350 16 valve head, double Hasslers, water pump, Bosch ignition, other extras; some speed. 1923 Ford Coupe $475 This is a clean job 1919 Ford Coupe $250 1923 Ford Coupe $500 Ruxstall rear end, lots of extras. 1921 DODGE TOURING—Refinished, like new. This is an exceptional buy ... $525 1923 CHEVROLET SEDAN—Heavy bar bumpers, wire wheels, big steering wheel; other accessories ... $750 1922 BUICK ROADSTER—Motormeter, special lights, cutout, motor whistle, sunshade, wings, bumpers; some buy ... $695 1918 DODGE TOURING—Almost new rubber; A1 mechanically ... $225 1922 GARDNER TOURING—Almost new cord, rubber, and other accessories ... $550 1923 CHEVROLET TOURING—Looks like new, runs like new, some buy ... $475 1923 CHALMERS TOURING—Like new, with added accessories; some value. Going at ... $950 1923 STUDEBAKER LIGHT SIX—Motometer, bumpers, wings and other accessories ... $950 1920 ESSEX TOURING—Blue paint, and some bargain at ... $425 1918 DODGE SEDAN—Wire wheels and silent running. This is an exceptional buy in a closed car ... $350 AT YOUR SERVICE Just phone, and a salesman will bring the car to your door and demonstrate it thoroughly without making you feel obligated. We want to render this service. OPEN EVENINGS and SUNDAY A.M. 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