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Newspaper Page TextPAGE SEVEN; QJ5CTC0)BD(C!DniDyi SLEEPY DRIVERS Oregon as Oregon men killed or injured during 18 months of the World war, according to the Oregon State Motor association, sponsor of the "Let's Quilt Killing" trofflo safe ty campaign. Of the soldiers from Oregon who fought In the World war, 1.100 wer injured and 367 killed, but during 1934 In Oregon, 6306 persons were injured and 810 were killed. Ralph A. Vail Elected Vice President of New Studebaker Corporation FORD V-8 WINS LEWIS HAS TIRE BUDGET SYSTEM Whan It comes to radios, ramambtr, "Prultts can do It." Phont 23. ifEDFOKD MAIL TRIBUNE, BEDFORD. OREGON. SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 1933, ii 1 1 ... i DATA INDICATES Mora than 30,000 accidents are caused each year in the Unttd States by drivers falling asleep at the wheel, according to the Oregon Stat Motor association, sponsor of the "Let's Quit Killing" traffic safety campaign In Oregon alone during 1B34 at least 94 serious accidents were re ported to the secretary of state as caused by fatigued or sleeping drivers. Because of Incomplete roc orda, the motor association estimated that nearly 400 accidents in Oregon could have been attributed to "sleep ing at the wheel." State statistics and a study made by American Automobile association national headquarters of traffic fatal ity factors show that the dally acci dent curve rises sharply In the 1st afternoon and early evening, reaching It peak shortly after sunset a time when bodily energy Is at a low ebb. The rise can not be explained solely on the around of traffic concentra tion, because the rush hours of the morning show a much Bmaller total of fatalities, according to the motor association. The morning rush hours from 8 to 10 A-M. account for leas than 5 per cent of dally traffic fatal! ties while the evening hours from 6 to 7 P. M. account for more than 16 per cent. On extended motor tours, the driver should be especially wary of fatigue Induced by the long hours of nerve-strain and the semi-hypnotic effect of constant concentration on the roadway, the safety campaign sponsor warned. When a motorist feels that his at tention Is beginning to wander or finds that he la slow to respond to various driving situations, he should stop driving until his energy has been restored. Since about 30 per cent of the aslecp-at-the-wheel accidents are col lisions with other vehicles, the over tired driver Is declared, a menace both to the occupants of his own car and to other travelers on the highway. Ralph A. Vail, in charge of produc tion of New Studebaker Corooration. AUTO RACE MEET T Pontiac Engineers Devise Jack Test There was a time not far gone, when to Jack up a car was a man sized Job. It entailed climbing half way under the rear end, fumbling for a secure position and then the sub sequent loss of clothes and temper. Pontiac engineers have solved this problem In a very simple, efficient manner and the Pontiac owner who finds it necessary to use the Jack un der the rear end can now raise his car easily In a matter of seconds. An extension to the rear spring shackle extends practically to a point flush with the rear splasher, so that in the nvent of a tire puncture it is only necessary to place the Jack under the J-ck rest, turn the handle and the Job Is done. There is another Jack rest at the front end of the 1935 Ponttacs and the procedure of lifting the front end la equally fast and simple. Pontlao officials say that In the engineering of the new cars a weather eye was kept open to the remedying of small, troublesome problems and that every Pontiac driver who en counters them will find his task made a good deal easier by the far sightedness of the factory engineers. f ASTORIA. Ore.. April 13 ( AP) The Columbia - River Packers' asso ciation announced today construc tion will start at once on a $25,000 cold storage plant and fish receiving station on the municipal docks at North Bend, on Coos bay. THURMONT. Md., April 13. (AP) His plana cloaked in silence, former President Hoover left here today by automobile to "see some friends in West Virginia" on a swing across the continent to his home in California by way of Chicago. Whatever political significance at tached to his Journey or an "acci dental" meeting hero with republican leaders remained hidden. Hoover made no definite announcement of his Itinerary, but Lawrence Rlchey, lila former secretary, with whom he .sited hers, said he probably "would strike West Virginia around Wheeling." FEW FREE MEALS FOR GUNNISON. Colo. (AP) Cloudy days mean free meals to guests of Gert Stitzer's hotel here. Stltzer has had a standing agree ment for 23 years that every day the sun falls to make Its appearance, he will foot the dinner checks for all of hts patrons. The last frre dinner was served in December, 1934, and was the first since 1932, Stltzer said. His records show that Ounnlson In the last 23 years has had only 17 days on which the sun dies NOT shine for at least a few minutes. 4- Ose Mall Tribune want ada. Modern In every respect Convenience Low Cost are features of Mann's Medford Made Custom Built TRUCK BODIES MANN'S AUTO SERVICE co wis a r dh Another great speed classic has been won by the Ford V-8! According to C. E. Gates, local Ford dealer, in an international automo bile race recently staged at Rio de Janeiro. Irlneu Correa. famous Bra zilian speed king, piloted a Ford V-8 Into first place; and six of the first 11 cars to cross the finish line were Ford V-Bs all stock models, stripped for the contest according to the rules governing the colorful event. The race, a feature of the annu.il "Tourist Season," which the munlci pality of Rio de Janeiro promotes each year, waa patronized by the All- tomoblle Club of Brazil, a body af filiated with the famous Automobile Club of France. The course on which the race was run waa laid out over some of the most beautiful territory surrounding the city of Rio over wat Is known as the "Oavea" circuit, according to Gates. But notwithstanding the beauty of the "Oavea" circuit, it is claimed to be one of the most diffi cult roads in the world for an auto mobile race. It present sharp curves In rapid sequence, as well as Irregu lar topography with a number of steep grades. "There were only two kilometers of level road on the whole course." said the report of the race which the local Ford dealer received from the Bra- zllHn metropolis, "and the race con- slated of 25 laps, 292.5 kilometers In all." There were 45 cars entered In the grueling speed battle, representing 18 different makes from Europe and America. -4 Many Injured Each Day Car Accidents Oregon Data Shows During 1934 In Oregon, 15 persons were injured or killed each day, according to figures compiled by the Oregon State Motor association in connection' with its "Let's Quit Killing traffic safety campaign. More than 61 accidents occurred dally throughout the state. An aver age shows that one person was killed every 25 hours. Recent announcement that in 1034 automobile accidents due to skidding lncressed in ratio over those caused by blowouts and punctures com bined should act as a warning to motorists who drive cars using tirea with worn treads, according to C. C. Furnas, local Goodyear dealer. In 1933. it waa pointed out. figures from accurate sources revealed that five and one-half times as many ac cidents were caused by skidding as by blowouts and punctures combined. This figure was changed In 1934. ac cording to figures released by a nat ionally-recognized insurance author ity, . accident due to skidding in creasing to seven times as many as those caused by blowouts and punc tures combined. With motor travel Increasing and the danger of skidding increased by spring rains, it waa explained, driwers should be more than usually careful to avoid the possibility of accidents caused by smooth treads. The re placement of worn tires by new on with full non-skid protection will do much to avoid one of the most pre valent dangers In driving. Westover Heights New Sub-Division Open For Visitors Overlooking orchards of budding pear trees and a scenic panorama Including Mt. Pitt, Westover Heights, a new subdivision on the Old Stage road, Is attracting attention of numerous prospective home build ers, according to B. J. Palmer, local real estate dealer who is exclusive agent for this fine estate. Many of Medford's most attrac tive houses and gardens are located on the Old Stage road which is a romantic link with the pioneer days in southern Oregon. Westover Heights restricted districts adjoin the Carlton sister's home on this favorite "drive." A cordial invitation has been ex tended by Mr. Palmer for the pub lic to Inspect these moderately priced home sites. An origins! budget pay plan for purchasing the famou Goodrich Saf ety Silver town tires with the life saver golden ply, and Goodrich bat teries has been announced by W. W. I wis, niknager of the Lewis Super Service Station at Eighth and Front streets. Now It Is possible for practically every motorist to buy these famous Goodrich products at remarkably easy terms and for no money down There are no long investigations, no watting and all transactions are confidential. Goodrich Safety Silvertown tires with the life-saver golden ply have been proved three times safer from high speed blowouts because of their heat-reatstlng power, according to Cliff Wheel ock. A special budget department has been installed to take care of new credit customers who adopt the new budget plan, which Is designed to fit every pocket book and convenient terms will be made to suit the indi vidual's needs. T. A. Fltcpatrlck. representative of the Goodrich company with head quarters In Seattle, Wash., la In Med ford to complete installation of Lew Is' budget department. H. B. Dal rymple la representative for the company In the southern Oregon area. City Streets Safer Motor Figures Show Although popular belief is that most of the fatal accidents occur In large cities, figures show this to be untrue. It Is reported by the Oregon State Motor association, sponsor of the "Let's Quit Killing" safety campaign. While 31 per cent of Oregon's population is in Port land, that city recorded only 38 per cent of Oregon's fatalities during the past year. BY LOCAL FIRM Widespread interest is being man ifested by southern Oregon motor ists In the novel Sun Motor Tester, recently installed by Rogue River Chevrolet, Inc. This unique and almost human-ilke Instrument, the only one of its kind in southern Oregon, takes the guess-work out of motor and ignition diagnosis, picking out with uncanny skill the defects In a motor car which con tribute to loss of mileage or Imper fect performance. The motor tester, personally op erated by H. D. Bytngton, a mem ber of the firm of Rogue River Chevrolet, Inc.. givea a thorough check of the motor compression, plugs, wiring, carburetlon and ev ery operation of the car with the ' exception of the chassis, wheels and differential which are separately ex amined. The remarkable machine . tests the piston rings, valves, plugs, starting motor, battery, wiring, cables, switches, etc. The primary and secondary Ignition circuits are checked along with scores of other operations. The 8un Motor Tester la now in regular use st Rogue River Chev rolet and a cordial Invitation to motorists to see it in operation has been extended by Mr. Byington ana C, M. Hurd. manager of Rogxie River Chevrolet, Inc. In a comparatively short time, any make of motor car can be thoroughly checked and often loss of time and expense in actual repair work may be avoided. Lawnmowera : Sharpened . Phone 261. Medford Cyclery, 23 N. Fir. Year's Statistics Show Toll of Car Greater Than War Almost four times as many per sons were killed or Injured In aut omobile accidents during 1934 in I LOOK' Used Car Bargains W 111 30 Day written Quarante A Credit Card Good For 50 Gallons of GAS WILL BE GIVEN WITH EVERY USED CAR LISTED BELOW This offer good for 10 days The Largest Stock of Fine Used Oars In Medford See Our Lot at Corner 6th. & Bartlett 1934 Dodge De Luxe Sedan Run only 6800 Mllffc 1033 Dodge De Luxe Sedan Cufttom Built Kadlo. 1034 De Luxe Plymouth Coupe 1932 Chevrolet De Luxe Coupe 1033 Plymouth De Luxe Sedan General Jumbo Air-wheels. 1031 Chevrolet 5 Passenger Coupe 1031 Chevrolet 6 Wheel Sport Coupe 1032 Plymouth 4 Door Sedan 1030 Cadillac Club Sedan 1030 Chevrolet Coupe 1030 Chevrolet Sedan 1930 Buick Coupe 1920 Chevrolet Coupe ARMSTRONG MOTORS, INC. Lot: Oor. 6th and Bartlett Sales Room: 38 No. Riverside Odd Fellows Notice Odd Fellows are requested to meet at I. O. O. P. hall Monday, April 15. st 3 p. m.. to attend the funeral of our departed brother. Fred Tlca. C. E. CLARK, Noble Grand. DARK hVT-X VI -V- i NO DELAYS OR EMBARRASSMENT There are no long In I veati&atlons, no waiting and all transaction! are confidential. Jut I show us your license Identification. I THE ORIGINAL BU DG PAY PLAN on the famous Goodrich Tires and Goodrich Batteries Now you can en joy safe, trouble-free driving on Goodrich Safety Sllvertown Tires with the Life-Saver Golden Ply. proved three times safer from high speed blowouts, or a rugged, powerful Electro-Pak Battery ... all first quality, at reasonable prices, on easy credit. W3 EASY TERMS TO SUIT YOU QUICK SERVICE We mean what we say. Just select what you need and tell ua how you can pay. It only takes a couple minutes to pen your account. NO RED TAPE ABOUT CREDIT Our plan fit every pocket book. You make your own convenient easy terms to su your needs. YOU DON'T NEED CASH TO BUY SILVERTOWNS SCHF.nil.t ON GOODRICH COM M ANUF.RS SIZE PRICE PAYMENTS 4.50x21 6.70 Only SO Cents 4.75x19 7.10 Only 55 Cents 5.00x19 7-0 Only 55 Cents 9.25x18 8.45 Only 60 Cents 5.35x21 9.30 Only 65 Cents tMin Liberal irrmi on Other Sli and 1 ypca fTieea unjeci to .inj .iriie or rrarni i ai ASK FOR OUR BUDGET DEPT. mi AS wA Mtnlk OQ omj Wob ' tot a .new Chevrolet O New Standard and Master De Luxe . . . in eleven beautiful body-types , . . all f with valve-in-head engine . . . all providing the same basic Chevrolet quality npALK about value! . . . You certainly get it, bn overwhelming measure, when you bay one of the big, beautiful, finely-built Chevrolet for 1935. Chevrolet prices are the world's lowest prica for a sir, bat that's only half the story, as yon will quickly agree when yon examine and drive a new Chevrolet. All of these new Chevroleta are the highest quality ears in Chevrolet history , . . finely engineered . . . smartly tailored . . . precision, bailt. Their performance is a thrilling new kind of performance that would be con sidered exceptional even if they sold at much higher prices. And they give this new per formance with even lower gas and oil con sumption than in any previous Chevrolet model. Vist your nearest Chevrolet dealer and get full information about the New Standard Chevrolet, with lint prices of $465 to $550, at Flint, Mich. . . . and the new Master De Luxe Chevrolet the aristocrat of the low-price field with list price of $360 to $675, at Flint, Mich, cnoosi ainvnoiET fob ooautt at low corn 4 AND UP. LIH pnea nf N'n Stand mrd Rfmdjtmr mt rum. Mich.. MM. With bumpmrt. tpmrm tiro and ttra foe, Ihm Umi prim It IK.00 additional, fritmrn quotad In thit liwriNfflMI mra list mt Hint, Mich., and arm turn itet to chmngm without noticm. CHEVROLET MOTOR COMPANY, DETROIT, MICHIGAN Comparm Owmlet't low delivmd prim and easy G.M.A.C. termt. A General Motor Valii CHOOSE CHEVROLET FOR LEWIS SUPER SERVICE STATION , COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE WRECKEI S1YIC-WE NEVER CLOSE EIGHTH AND FRONT W. L. LEWIS. Mgr. PHONE 1300 HHWaUMHWHIHaaHBa QUALITY AT LOW COST 'VAXXR ACVEJtT l&LMCK? Cogue River Chevrolet, Inc. 32 North RiyYMle Chevrolet Soles, Service and Parts Telephone 188 SI: