oc-plain-dealer 1924-04-05

VOL. XXVII—NO. 185 TWO THIRDS OF ANNUAL TOMORROW'S MOTORISTS WARNED Important Roads Closed Because of Foot-Mouth Disease Downey road from the intersection at 25th-st, Los Angeles, to the stock yards is closed at the present time on account of the quarantine for the hoof and mouth disease, the A. C. S.C. announces. Bandini-rd is also closed. This road runs thru the highly infected 8400 Fordsons South's Quota Thirty-five or forty Ford, Fordson and Lincoln dealers from southern Los Angeles-co and all of Orange-co gathered at Sid McGraw's showrooms yesterday morning and heard a lecture by an official of the truck department of the Los Angeles factory. Eighty-four hundred Fordson trucks have been assigned to the Los Angeles district to dispose of this year, the speaker announced, and plans for marketing them were discussed at some length by the factory representatives. TWO-LEGGED' STAR EXCITES FANS HERE A Star car can be driven on two wheels at 30 miles per hour without any method of balance except ballast, according to President F. F. Sullivan of the Appleby Motor Co. TWO CHAMP IN FINISHFIGHT DePalma and Haugda In Three-Heat Race At Ascot LOS ANGELES, April 5.—Wal all details of the running of three-heat championship match between Ralph DePalma and Haugdahl at Ascot Sunday after noon settled to the satisfaction of the drivers, officials and Ascot management, the two daring pilots Important Roads Closed Because of Foot-Mouth Disease Downey road from the intersection at 25th-st, Los Angeles, to the stock yards is closed at the present time on account of the quarantine for the hoof and mouth disease, the A. C. S.C. announces. Bandini-rd is also closed. This road runs thru the highly infected past and onto a big dairy section in Los Angeles-co, and it is for the protection of the dairy-men that travel over this route in that section has been discontinued indefinitely. The road leading to Pacheco pass from the San Joaquin valley has been closed, with the exception of the main highway leading out of Turlock. On all of the main boulevards that enter Tulare-co, troughs containing disinfectant are placed in the road beds at the county line, and it is necessary that every car be driven thru these troughs—also each person must get out of the car and put their shoes in this solution. This is a compulsory regulation that all motorists must observe entering Tulare-co. To save trouble and inconvenience, motorists are cautioned not to carry dogs on their outing trips and not to use private grounds for picnic purposes. TRY A CLASSIFIED AD 'TWO-LEGGED: STAR EXCITES FANS HERE' A Star car can be driven on two wheels at 30 miles per hour without any method of balance except ballast, according to President F. F. Sullivan of the Appleby Motor Co. Sullivan hasn't tried that yet, altho the chance of damaging the car is the only deterrent, but yesterday he drove about the principal streets in a Star touring on two wheels, the left front and right rear one. One of his men walked along and did a little balancing, made necessary by the slow speed of the car. This is the first time a car has been driven thru Anaheim's streets in that way, and for that matter we haven't heard of any other city enjoying such a sight. Three out of the four doors could be obtained with the usual case and no apparent damage to the car was caused by the experiment. WARMER WEATHER LOS ANGELES; April 5. Warm winds from the desert, caused a marked rise in temperature on the southland's coast today and "warmer weather" was the official forecast. DePalma and Haugdahl In Three-Heat Race At Ascot LOS ANGELES, April 5.—All details of the running of the three-heat championship match between Ralph DePalma and S. Haugdahl at Ascot Sunday afternoon settled to the satisfaction of the drivers, officials and Ascot management, the two daring pilots will now turn their undivided attention to getting every inch speed possible out of their great Miller racing cars. Enthusiastic over the reports great speed being shown by Tommy Milton over the Dry Lake course with a sister car to the machine he will use against DePalma on Sunday, Haugdahl is wondering why the Italian is the favorite in the betting, evidently overlooking the tremendous personal popularity of Ralph and the fact that he has gone to the post-beaten man on many occasions only to carry the money and enjoy thusiasm of a big following. The crowd always knows that De Palma will battle to the last cab buretor bark. Back east Haugdahl is noted for his gameness and "never say die" spirit, but unfortunately for the Norwegian lion is not so well known in Los Angeles. "On Sunday night they will be acclaiming me as a 'luckiest' (Continued on Page 3) HUDSON It Has the New It Has the New Super-Six Chassis Motor Starts Instantly in Any Weather—More Economy in Fuel and Oil—Easier Riding and of course, Old Time Super-Six Power and Performance In every way this is a better Hudson. The new chassis refinements give it advantages known to few motorists. No car is smoother in action. And motor-dom concedes no car, at any price, excels it in performance. The new advancements insure prompt starting in any weather. Gasoline mileage is greatly increased. Even those who keep no accurate check of fuel mileage must mark its economy. 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Marsh, chief of the da ALMA and Haugdahl Three-Heat Race At Ascot ANGELES, April 5.—With rails of the running of the heat championship match Ralph DePalma and Sighl at Ascot Sunday aftertled to the satisfaction of lovers, officials and Ascot ment, the two darling pilots turn their undivided atto getting every inch of possible out of their great racing cars. Islaspheric over the reports of need being shown by Tomton over the Dry Lake with a sister car to the mawill use against DePalma day, Haugdahl is wondering the Italian is the favore betting, evidently overthe tremendous personal city of Ralph and the fact has gone to the post a man on many occasions carry the money and enhold of a big following. The always knows that Dewell battle to the last carbark. Back east Haugnotted for his gameness ever say die" spirit, but unsely for the Norwegian he well known in Los Ansunday night they will all limiting me as a 'lucky' continued on Page 3) LEON DURAY, noted French pilot a formidable Ascot driver. 10 MILLIONS TOURISTS' GAS TAX It is forecasted that the owners of the 70,000 motor cars, which are likely to visit Calinia this year, will pay the state at least $200,000 in gasoline taxes. This estimate of the number of prospective visiting automobiles is based on the number of permits issued to visitors last year and the anticipated increase this year. It is estimated that the average tourist who comes to California from another state will motor 2000 miles on California highways. This 2000 miles of motorizing will consume an average of 140 gallons of gasoline. This amounts to the individual visitor paying only about $2.80 in gasoline tax, but when 70,000 odd visiting motor cars use the highways the sum of $200,000 is obtained. 100 P. C. GAIN IN TOURISTS INDICATED Make ready for the motor tourist rush is again the word that comes to Southern California from all parts of the country. Indications are that the high record of visiting motorists last season will go crashing with the influx of 1524. Advice reaching the Automobile Club of Sou. Calif., from many eastern points indicates that the cars shipped into the state thru the forwarding department will show a gain over last year of 100 per cent. All transcontinental trails probably will be crowded as soon as the warm weather sets in, so that it behooves communities having auto camps to be prepared. LOOPHOLE IN PARKING LAW Anlaheim's parking ordinance isn't "air-tight." In fact, neither is any of the similar ordinances passed by Sou. Calif., cities. It is possible for anybody, merely by moving his car to another space nearby, at the end of two hours, to evade the intention of the law, which is to leave plenty of room on the principal business blocks for shoppers, tourists, etc. Some people are doing just this, altho clerks in the stores, who were among the principal offend- It is estimated that the average tourist who comes to California from another state will motor 2000 miles on California highways. This 2000 miles of motor-ing will consume an average of 140 gallons of gasoline. This amounts to the individual visitor paying only about $2.80 in gasoline tax, but when 70,000 odd visiting motor cars use the highways the sum of $200,000 is obtained. Indirectly these same tourists contribute a great deal more to the state. The average party on the road spends not less than $5 a day for gasoline, food, lodgings, repairs, etc. With 70,000 such parties on the road this amounts to $350,000 daily. If tourists remain an average of 30 days the total for the year would exceed $10,000,000. TRY A CLASSIFIED AD READ THE CLASSIFIED PAGE Runs Perfectly! Only skilled mechanics are capable of putting a car into perfect running order. Ours are thoroughly acquainted with every kind of car and its mechanism. If your car needs overhauling or repairs of any kind we can do it and do it correctly. You have an assurance that your car was handled by reliable men. Commercial Garage Corner Olive and Center St. Phone 511 Anaheim RECTION PACE IS ALREADY SOLD 32 PER CENT. GAIN IS SHOWN 1924 to Exceed 1923 Registration by Big Margin SACRAMENTO, April 5—There will be 32.5 per cent more automobiles and trucks registered in California at the end of this year than were registered in 1923. Will L. Marsh, chief of the division of Specify Colors Of Plates, Please Applicants for commercial license plates should specify whether it is the red and white or green and white plate which they desire, says District Manager Paul V. Allen of the Auto Club of Southern California. If they don't, there is likely to be some confusion. The former plate is designed for vehicles with pneumatic tires, the latter for those with solid rubber ones. APRIL SHOWERS START FLOWERS Recent rains not only have brought cheer to ranchers, but have insured floral glories for the motoring public, according to the touring bureau of the Automobile Club of Southern California. This is the season of the year when Southern California orchards and hillsides burst forth into full bloom. WHITE MADE HEAD BY ASS'N. Separate Tent From Rest of Orange Show, Says Manager A bigger and better and prettier auto show than ever before. This is the word from Bob White, who last night was appointed manager of the annual 1924 to Exceed 1923 Registration by Big Margin SACRAMENTO, April 5—There will be 32.5 per cent more automobiles and trucks registered in California at the end of this year than were registered in 1923, Will L. Marsh, chief of the division of motor vehicles, declared here today. His estimate is based on a comparison of the first two months of registrations during this year as compared to the same period of 1923 and show that 32,548 automobiles and trucks were registered in January and February of 1924 against 629,142 during the same period of 1923. Motorists who consider the fee they pay for registration too high should consider the plight of some of the big corporations operating in California. Records of the division of motor vehicles show that the Standard Oil Co. paid a total of $28,211.25 this year for reviewing automobile, truck andaller licenses. The company registered 1611 motor vehicles and was the largest single contributor in the state although several other oil companies paid heavy taxes. California dealers registered a total of 10,914 automobiles in 1923, according to announcement day by the division of motor vehicles. The records indicate there were 2855 licensed dealers in the state as well as 117 motorcycle dealers. The colder the weather theainer the milk; the warmer theainer the greater the risk. APRIL SHOWERS START FLOWERS Recent rains not only have brought cheer to ranchers, but have insured floral glories for the motoring public, according to the touring bureau of the Automobile Club of Southern California. This is the season of the year when Southern California orchards and hillsides burst forth into full bloom and afford spectacles of remarkable beauty for the city dweller, whose country life is confined to a weekly motor pilgrimage into the hills and valleys. Almond, apricot and peach orchards are already in bloom in the San Fernando, Beaumont, Banning and Yucalip valleyes. Cherry blossom time is on its way in the Beaumont district, and the poppy, California's flaming state flower, can be found on many hillsides, particularly in the Morena Valley and in the Saugus district. Within a few weeks the unique spectacle of the deserts in bloom may be seen in the regions of Hesperia, Victorville, Barstow, Palmdale and Mojave. While these sections are a trifle remote from the population centers, for a one day's drive, it is said that the spectacle presented is well worth the effort of the trip. It is only occasionally that the desert stretches are seen with their crowning glory of native wild flowers, and indications are that this spring will offer one of the most elaborate displays. Detailed information regarding motor tours, whether they be for a day or a month may be had at the touring bureau of the auto club at Los Angeles headquarters or any of its 29 branches scattered throughout California. Separate Tent From Rest of Orange Show, Says Manager A bigger and better and prettier auto show than ever before. This is the word from Bob White, who last night was appointed manager of the annual event to be given in connection with the fourth annual California Valencia Orange Show by the Automobile Dealers' Assn of Orange County. In two days of work two thirds of the space has been sold in Orange county alone, according to White. A feature of the auto exhibition probably will be the showing of various fine cars, such as the LaFayette, not commonly seen in Anaheim showrooms. It is possible also that a scheme of prizes may be offered by White. The decorations, which will be different from those of the other tents, will be more elaborate than ever before. White declared. The tent will be entirely separate from the industrial tents, and cars and accessories alone will be put on display in it. OAKLAND SALES The Oakland led in sales of light sixes in February in Orangeco, according to Harry L. Turton. Fourteen of the cars were sold, compared with seven for the nearest competitor. C. B. Keele of Placentia this week purchased an Oakland touring with glass closure. PLAIN DEALER CLASSIFIED ADS PRODUCE RESULTS Taking the "Guess" Out of Automobile Buying In the past most cars have been bought blindfolded. Paint, sidewalk reputation and glib salesmanship sold cars—and sold is the word—as many a motorist secretly knowledges. Today the man who buys a car wants facts—definite facts, comparative facts, proven facts—and he is titled to them. Proof?—Walk into any Star Dealer and just say: "27 feature reasons," and you will be in for the most instructive profitable half hour you ever spent. Facts? Yes—27 and more, and every one of vital interest to the man whose motor purchase has heretofore been largely a matter of guess work. Built to this ideal—the Lowest Priced High Grade Car in the world—the Star Car—with its characteristic handsome lines, its distinctive radiator design—plus its 27 feature reasons—is the logical buy for the man of modest income, whose motor investment must pay satisfaction dividends. Today—step into a Star Show Room—and a Star dealer will quickly show you how most of the "guess" in automobile buying is eliminated in purchasing a Star Car. The Star Car Appeby Motors Co. Inc. D N. Lemon St. Anaheim 5th & Broadway Santa Ana ASSOCIATE DEALER Main St. Garage Huntington Beach Boby Zable Orange Cal