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8 THE MORNING OREGONTAN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 1914. t . J I ! -4. I I r J; AUTO SHOW OPENS TOGHEERINGGROWD Excellent Exhibits Shown Amid Typical Motoring Environs. DISPLAYS EAGERLY VIEWED Advance In Engineering Skill Is Found In Machines of 1911 Mod els and Numerous Changes for Benefit of Buyers Noted. rC"nttmid From Flrgt Pnge. SCENE TAKEN JUST BEFORE OPENING OF AUTOMOBILE EXPOSITION, SHOWING PART OF MAIN HALL AND SOME CARS AND GIVING IDEA OF DECORATIONS. from the dealers' viewpoint, as an ex cellent one. As a rule the visitors on opening- nights Are expected to contain a majority of people who go merely out of curiosity. Last night's crowd was not such at all. Men and women, young and old, of every walk of life, were there; business men interested In the trucks first and the pleasure cars after wards: men in from the country look ing for a serviceable car; people al ready half decided on their choice of a car came for a final inspection of all makes side by side; sportsmen inter ested in the rakish, speedy models; women in the stylisn cars ami the elec trics. The spirit of the crowd was that of a man already pretty well informed asking pertinent questions, not content to be satisfied with mere talk, but anxious for real replies. Whenever a salesman started to demonstrate some particular quality he was quickly sur rounded by an eager throng of listen ers who did not hesitate also to ques tion, and woo betide the man not com pletely sure of himself. The accessory exhibit in the ballroom upstairs is marked by its size, com pleteness, variety and the cleverness shown in arranging exhibits. Tracks Left Cndecorated. No attempt had been made to dec crate the trucks, as it was felt that here was a branch where such schemes were out of place. Business men did not look for trimmings on a truck; they wanted to see right into them, and the trucks were the center of a '. critical array of men all the time. There were naturally some outstand ing features even in such a show. The Packard and Winton booths were no table for their decorative effect, and ; the White for its comprehensive quota of cars, with two special models. The f-'tutz Bearcat roadster, too, attracted throngs, as did the tiny little Met sporting roadster. The Cadillac had a complete line, quiet but effective. The Chalmers limousine was attractive, and the Northwest Auto Company and the . Pacific Motors received attention from , their variety of cars. Tho Gerlinger Motorcar Company drew special attention with a full line of Oaklands and an Oldsmobile, and . the Hupmohiie chassis created interest. as did the Mitchell running model and the Cartercar, for its exhibition of the functions of the friction drive. The I Studebaker cabriolet also is deserving '" of special mention. Lefthand Drive Popular. Among the many changes that have taken place in automobile design dur- ing the past year will be found an in ' crease in the popularity of the lefthand drive and center control, and the al l moat universal use of electric lighting, f The crank, too, is conspicuous by its j absence, self-starters being affixed to I more than 90 per cent of the cars, j One noticeable feature in the lighting systems in vogue is a tendency to do away with the sidelights by having either a small and large bulb in the headlights or by having a dimmer. This probably was the effect of traf fic regulation In some cities, which compelled the dimming of headlights in traffic. One great trend is towards the build ing of six-cylinder machines. As a rule the manufacturer of big sixes has also brought out a light six, while the four-cylinder maker has also added a six, though retaining the four. Never since the side door entrance t marked the demise of the old King of ! Belgium type with rear entrance has C there been such an improvement in the appearance of automobiles as the adop v tion of streamline bodies has marked, f The streamline, while presenting a jj natural similarity, yet affords every manufacturer full scope for originality, ! of which each has taken every oppor ! tunity, with results almost universally jj pleasing to the eye. This type of body l provides added comfort and convenl ; ence for the occupants. L Bodies Hans; Lower. Taken as a whole, it will be found that bodies are hung lower than pre ; vlously and greater attention paid to ': distribution of weight, the Idea being of course to obtain greater ease in rid ing and to force the car to hug the road better when touring at something above the ordinary rate of speed. The position of the gas tanks seems to be hovering between the rear and the dash. The advantage of the rear dash lies mainly in its being away from all source of heat. and possibility of explosion, coupled with the idea of throwing more weight behind, though against that must be offset the pos sibility of failure of the air pressure lines. - Tire carriers are almost universally placed to the rear, the angle varying considerably. There is one entirely new type of body brought out by popular demand, the convertible body, of the cabriolet or phaeton-sedan type. People wanted a closed car for the Winter and an open one for the fine days, yet the majority could not afford two. Hence the car with the convertible top. The glass windows shut down as in a limousine, the rear part folds back just like a top and all that is left is a neat windshield. Much also has been accompllshd with regard to the position of the extra seats in the tonneau of a seven-passen jeer car. In some cases these fold flat on the floor, in others they fold under the front seats. Wire Wheels Hold Popularity. Wire wheels have more than main talned their popularity. Two recent devices aiming at greater case and comtort coupled with speed of operation are the "one-man" top and the "Collins' curtains. The name giv en the top is self-explanatory. Front stays are done away with by strength ening the back stays, and the top and curtains can be put up rapidly in case of storm. In the motors little change of actual construction is noted beyond the evl dent trend toward high speed, small bore and long stroke engines. Cylin ders vary in casting, some being In pairs, others in two sets of three and many cast en bloc. Only one or two are cast separately. Purchasers will find one thing much to their liking. By specializing on one iuhssIh or on fower rhasses than in previous years, manufacturers have been able to bring about a reduction in price. Hardly a car is shown cost ing more than, if as much as, Its pre- ivx" . . ' r v wt. rriw t ; Ttf I I d? - -K,. 1 - ; fi l ...Eu&-:-:;.a.A-..a. .z?r. r.-.- . .. , i I INTERIOR OF ARMORY TRANSFORMED FOR FIFTH ANN UAL AXJTO SHOW vlous model, and when one remembers that additional and often costly equip ment has been added the tendency is all the more marked. Buyers may reBt assured that there has been no decrease in quality. Following is a brief description ol the different makes of cars shown, in alphabetical order: American An artistic achievement. Model shown, a. long, low, attractive, underslung, in olive green; six-cylinder, 40-horse, cylinders cast in triplets. Cadillac The car consistent. Fine display of five cars. Full line of bod ies on one chassis, all in deep green and striped chassis. Features, two speed axle, lowered body and more stream line. An excellent limousine Is shown. Caercar Of characteristic control. Two models, touring car and limousine. Features: Friction drive, light weight, adapted for rural work. Model of drive shown. Chalmers Cleverly constructed. Full range of bodies with handsome limou sine. Features: Simplicity of starter, strength of chassis construction and fine finish. Chandler "Which challenges cost. Light weight six, flexible, low, Euro pean body, wide bonnet, accessible mo tor cast in triplets and extreme lines. Chevrolet Comely and cheap. Two models, touring and roadster. Valve in the head motor, long- stroke ana power, light but solid. Cole Convincing and capable. The car made from standard parts. Two models shown, a six-cylinder, seven- passenger, and a classy four-cylinder, brown roadster, both sturdy in appear ance. Hudson Howard's handiwork. Three models shown, big six, little six and little six roadster, the last a new car to Portland, with novel disposal of spare oil and tires in rear; gas tank in dash, light weight, extreme streamline ef fect. Hupmobile Providing happiness for hundreds. Two models, five-passenger and roadster; also stripped chassis showing solid steel construction be tween frames for rigidity, Panhard type of engine. Westinghouse starter and generating system. Jeffery For joyful jaunts. Two mod els, one six-cylinder, seven-passenger, other four-cylinder, five-passenger. Six cast in pairs, four en bloc, accessible motor, clean in appearance, sectional chassis and Rothschild body. Neat car. King Its name the key. Two models, touring and roadster. Full equipment at low price; long-stroke motor, cast en bloc, and special cantilever spring on rear axle. A new car to Portland, worth investigating. Lozler With lines of loveliness. Lighter in weight, lower, longer stroke. Very attractive in appearance and color. Maxwell The means for the multi tude. The lowest-priced touring car in the show; in . appearance like a fero cious little French bulldog; of neat appearance. Metz The motor for many. Two models, a roadster and special racing roadster and stripped chassis. Friction drive, electric lighting, extreme light ness and low cost. The only car under "1600. Special roadster very attractive In brilliant yellow. Mitchell Made by the master mind Two models and stripped chassis, run ning by electricity. Extremely long stroke, 44 by 7 inches. Seven-eighths elliptic rear springs: cylinders cast In pairs; high dash; French boat and streamline effect; Tungsten valves. Oakland Of outstanding outline, Wide range of models. Pointed Ger man silver radiator; little six and 38 are companion motors, with removable heads, a feature for those who care for their own cars. Special cabriolet shown. Oldsmobile One of the oligarchs of the Occident. Accessible motor, splen did walnut woodwork, wide doors, one- piece windshield and special .Rothschild body In oriford lake. Packard The pride of the patrician. Two models shown, one a special salon body, allowing moving about. Central ized control, wire wheels, best French design and symmetry of body. Superb finish, of course. Paige The Popular priced. Electric lighting and starting at minimum cost, coupled with good looks, solid and at tractive in appearance. Reo The car that runs right. An entirely new body, of heightened stream line effect and pointed radiator. Delicate in appearance, yet strong In construction. Stevens-Duryea Strength of struc ture and durability of design. A car with a multitude of individual and unique features. Deep, wide body, adjustable rear seat, high grade motor and splendid finish. A most attractive car, built to last. Studebaker A study In stability. Three models shown, one a delightful advanced Idea of the cabriolet. Com pleteness at low cost, with great num ber of Timken bearings. The Six is extremely light without loss of strength. Stutz Sturdiness and speed. Two models, seven-passenger and a road racing, two-seater. One of the most at tractive exhibits of the show, rakish and sporting in looks, together with care in finish and good motor. Whiter With the will and the way. Reliable and substantial. A large and complete exhibit. Including special stage car and the only special moun tain and. desert car shown on the Coast, with large wheels and high clearance. Winton Three models, all sixes, one an attractive roadster in cherry maroon various colors; all well finished. Two cars brought specially from New York show. Change to left-hand drive and longer stroke motor. Velie Virtue and vim. Three models, two sixes and one four. Bodies of four and six are interchangeable, light weight, semi-Rothschild body. Six cast in triplets, a continental motor, four the Velie special. ElectrlcB. Detroit Dainty yet dependable, with duplex drive and worm gear. Two models show Increase over last year of 42 ampere hours. Working model of charging plant shown In operation, cars can also be operated. Bauch & Lang Reliable and lasting. Two models shown, a single and double drive. Interior workmanship superb. Worm drive. Accessories. Gas, Power & Supply Company Ex hibit of motorboat engines and acces sories, including facsimile engine of Oregon Kid. Ballou & Wright Two full stores, with special exhibit of Indian motor cycles, equipped with self-starter and electric-lighting and side-carrier at tachments. Archer & Wiggins Particularly pleasing arrangement with working models of Elsemann and Remy mag netos in operation and unique stunts. Chanslor & Lyon Complete array of everything for the motorists. Berger Cyclecar & Supply company, showing the Imp cyclecar, special fuel carburetor and spark plugs. New York Auto Painting Company exhibitions of painting and baking work. Firemen's Fund & Insurance Com pany with specialities. Motometer Company with device for avoiding overheating of engine, etc. Jones Speedometer Company, witn comprehensive array of all speedom eters and similar motor accessories. Blodgett Vulcanizing Company, with explanatory matter and samples of work. Fred Dundee An Interesting and educational exhibit - showing possibili ties of company for making parts to order and carrying out intricate re pairs. . Landy- Auto Company A new tire filler and Blue Bell oil. Standard Oil Company A striking exhibition, well arranged, attractive and comprehensive dealing with oil, oil fillers, etc. The Auto Painting Company, In main hall, has two examples of completely repainted cars, both magnificent ex amples of body painting CTid fender baking, which attracted attention. Trucks will be dealt with In another Issue. HOME TRADE URGED Hardware Men's Official Urges Buying State Goods. ELECTION TO BE TODAY CLUB TO HOLD EATS" PROMINENT YOUNG WOMEN WILL APPEAR IN CABARET. Entertainment to Be Supplied at First Social Kvfnt of New Theatrical Benevolent Association. The first social function to be given by the Theatrical Benevolent Associa tion, to be known as "eats," will take place at the banquet hall of the Villa St. Clara tomorrow afternoon, from 4 until 7 o'clock. Several young women well known in local social circles have organized themselves together and will give a genuine cabaret that will con tlnue all through the three hours the "eats" are being served. Rehearsals have been conducted the last week at the Baker Theater under the supervl sion of Mary Edgett Baker, and among the fair entertainers, whose services needless to say, have been donated for the good of the cause and the "fun of the thing," are Misses Josephine Miller, Mary Edgett Baker, Doris Skeel, Edith Shaplrer, Mrs. James Bliss, Miss Capl tola Holmes. Miss Nancy Duncan and Leo Shaplrer, who play the piano. The Theatrical Benevolent Associa tion, although only a few weeks old bids fair to become one of the leading theatrical organizat ons of the country. Starting with a dozen enthusiasts, it now has a membership of more than 100. The officers are: Hugh B. Mc Cabe, president; Edward C. Oblander, vice-president; James Bliss, recording secretary; A. Labrache, financial secre tary; W. Frank Paine, treasurer, and George L. Baker, F. E. Van Ronk and Fred. Henkle, trustees; Charles Bennett, marshal, and Harry Thome, sergeant-at-arms. Dealers' Association Also Will Act on Proposal to Establish Mutual Risk Company and to Seek Penny Postage. The Hardware and Implement Deal ers' Association of Oregon, which opened Its session In the Imperial Hotel yesterday morning, will hold Its most important meetings today. Election of officers for the coming year and con sideration of plans for the organization of an Independent mutual Insurance company win be considered. The consideration of the Insurance question will be made in executive ses sion. The officials who have been working upon the plan have declined to make public any of Its details. The membership of the association Is about 250 and the adoption of a system of mutual insurance may have an effect upon the old-line Insurance companies in the state. Other features that will be brought up were suggested by J. R. Craven, president, and H. J. Altnow, secretary, in their annual reports. Among these are a movement in behalf of the es tablishment of penny postage and pro test against "restricted resale prices" on patented articles. Secretary Altnow urged that dealers should endeavor to inspire In their customers a spirit of patronizing home industry and helping the upbuild ing of the state through buying home products, by practicing as far as pos sible the custom of purchasing their own stocks from Oregon manufacturers. Mayor Albee, gave the address of welcome. Rev. Luther R. Dyott gave the invocation, and E. M. Underwood, of Portland, and J. H. Abrams, of Spo kane, addressed the gathering. The meeting opened with about 75 delegates present. It Is believed that the attendance will be increased to 150. Several manufacturing companies have nstalled exhibits on the second floor of the hotel, which they will maintain throughout the convention. SIX BOYS ARE ARRESTED Trespass Charged as Ilesnlt of Burn ing of Swan Island House. Six beys who are alleged to have been responsible for the burning of a house on Swan Island January IP were arrested yesterday by Patrolmen Well brook and Miller on charges of trespass preferred by H. Nicklin, agent for the property. They gave their names as Charles Kurtz, 294 Crosby street; fred Bart Iett,295 Larrabee street; James Maheur 864 Ross street; David Wallace, 310 Crosby street; Elmer Petersen, 410 Ben ton street, and George Phillips, of Oswego. They range from 17 to 21 years old. Assault Charges Placed. Daniel Ferris and John Erickson, who Never Mine! now Come to the Show Any Way and See ARMORY THIS WEEK Portland Automobile Trade Association, Inc. 38" PACKARD "48 Packard cars receive their high est endorsement from experienced users of other cars, who when driving a Packard have realized for the first time the nearest approach to complete motoring satisfaction. A prominent motorist owner and driver of nearly every so-called high grade car produced in America or Europe reported in a personal letter, after a summer of high speed and. strenuous touring in a Packard "48": "J did not believe it possible that such a perfect vehicle could be made." FRAJNX C RIGGS COMPA1NY Cornell Road, 23rd and Washington Sts., Portland, Ore. LINCOLN HICHWAY CONTRIBUTOR zA sk" t li(rm an iv ho ownsTone 3 were arrested by Patrolmen Ford and Abbott early yesterday morning after a fight in which Abbott shot Erickson In one leg, were yesterday charged with assault and with trying to aid the escape of a prisoner. They will be brought to trial when Erickson's leg, which was slightly wounded, is sufll clently well to allow him to leave St. Vincent's Hospital. MAXWELL "25" $825 in Portland The Car Without a Competitor This is the wonderful little car that you are hearing so much about. Staunchly constructed light .weight (about 1650 pounds). Apparently unlimited power lowest main tenance cost. See it in booths 14 and 15 at the Automobile Show ride in it then you will buy it. PACIFIC MOTORS CO. H. S. COLTER, Manager. 682-684 Washington Street, Portland, Oregon. AT THE SHOW The greatest variety of motor vehicles produced by any company in the world is a "White achievement, the result of more than fifty years of practical manufacturing experience, and during all these years the name of White has been the guarantee of absolute responsibility and excellence of production. The White Co., Retail Factory Branch Broadway at Oak Street lot vfih Pastor to Be Honored. Members of the congregation of the First Methodist Church will give a dinner and reception at the church at Twelfth and Yamhill streets tonight In honor of their pastor, the Rev. Ben jamin Young, and his family. Dr. Young's 46th birthday anniversary was last Sunday, and this entertainment is in the nature of a birthday celebration from the members of hi congregation. $1000 Chevrolet Every Inch, a Motor Car The Real Value at the Auto Show ,.rt1-fV?rT'?Sr::T .... ... , in s "Baby Grand" Touring Car perfectly proportioned, splendidly built a fitting exponent of one of the world's great industries The Northwest Chevrolet Motor Distributors for the Northwest Broadway and Couch Streets, Portland, Or. Co.