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PAGE SIX "MET)FO"RD MAIL TTCTBTJXE. MTSBFORD. OREGON. TH V WSDAY. DECEMBER S. 1938. Designed for Smooth, Safe Ride I FINGER-TIP CONTROL FOR 1939 CHRYSLER I Drtvinc has been n-eatly simplified and made considerably safer In the 1939 Chrysler by the refinement of major control devices so that they are easily operated by the finger-tips. Above left. The steering- column Mar-shift not only brings operation within finger-tip reach of the steering wheel and simplifies control, bat affords more leg room in the driver's compartment. Above right. A simple reach of the fingers from steering wheel to horn rim operates this warning signal. Lower left. A push-button radio, optional equip ment at slight additional cost on all 1939 Chrysleri, practically eliminates the neceisity of diverting attention from driving to tune-in a favorite radio station. Lower right. A finger-tip starter button located next to the Instrument panel on the 1939 Chrysler is easily found and aids quick starting. INE FEDERAL CHARGES TACOMA, Dec. 8. (AP) Nine pcr aona were Indicted by a federal grand Jury here today on charges of tam pering with United States coin and postal money orders In southwest Washington. All are In custody and will be ar raigned Immediately. Jack Luckenblll and James Ryan, both transients, were charged with possession of counterfeit dollars fol lowing their arrest In Vancouver. James E, Black, another transient, was Indicted for possession of coun terfeit quarters. Albert H. Hicks. Joseph B. Bnbb and Henry L. Bruno were Indicted for raising United States postal money orders In Vancouver. Hicks, under the name of Arthur T. Hayes, was also Indicted on a similar charge in connection with activities at Hoqulam, where he, Leon Moore, Dolores Moore, and Hor ace Mil no were accused of raising money orders. , 4 The first steam rnllwny to carry public passengers was the Stockton and Darlington In England, opened In 1825. The smooth quiet ride of a new automobile must start with the tire. In Wards new first-quality Riverside It does, according to H. L. Brown, manager of the Medford Ward store. At high speed or slow, this tire rolls with ft smoothness formerly ac complished only by eliminating cent er traction safety. Wards, by scien tifically designing center members, has achieved the quietness of plain ribs with the Increased safety of center traction. The result is mini mized vibration, less rumble and In creased smoothness. 1939 Desoto To Be Auto Show Feature -v"..- ii,r'r mr IIHI V mSlw ilVil The 1630 De Soto, the result of mil lions spent to produce an automo bile completely restyled, will be on display at the Lions' Club Auto Show In the space occupied by a new exhibitor this year, the Brigis-Kum-phrey Motor company, local De Soto Fivmouth dealer. The new firm, which is only a few months old, has enjoyed a phenom Inal success due almost entirely to the popularity of De Soto and Ply mouth, according1 to the "two Franks, " ' Frank Brlggs and Frank Humphrey, owners. I "The style features, ease of handl- ' lng, roominess, comfort and economy of these new automobiles have pro duced a demand ror them far beyond the fondest hopes we had when wa opened a few months ago," Mr. Hum phrey said. "We have found it neces sary to Increase our carload orders so that we now have a shipment on the way most of the time." HEARING FINALS ROSEBURG, Ore., Dec. 8. (AP) Suspense- among exhibitors at the northwestern turkey show In progress at Oakland, Ore.,- tightened today as judges began narrowing the field and approached the selection of the champion birds. With the bronze olass, the largest group, still to be Unconscious Doctor Dies In Auto Crash PORTLAND. Dec. 8. (AP) Dr. Arthur J. McLean, 44, Portland, was killed In an auto crash last night, apparently after he lost conscious ness while driving alone. He was a nationally recognized authority on brain surgery. Traffic Investigator George Phil lips said he believed Dr. McLean be- enmo unconscious and the car plung ed through r guard rail. 4 Use Mnil Tribune want Ada. V new jbss. ,linnbV;v:nko di Nrn ttmrtu" -- . ....ami""" diiksF AND CLIMB . ,..:r.. hack nd dcru.ni STEEMM6 .WORE itCMJ anv x m Mi mil. . An entirely new and different Dodge is pictured in this close-up view of the new 1939 Dodge Luxury Liner with which the man ufacturers are celebrating their Silver Anniversary. Note the artis tic slope of the forward section, the handsome grille work, the headlamps set into sturdy fenders where their light is of more effective spread and closer to the road. Deluxe Ford V-8 Convertible Coupe ' 1 - - THIS smart convertible coupe typi fies the modern appearance ot the new deluxe Ford V-S cars. Influence of Uncoln-Zcphyrst.vllng Is apparent In the low radiator grille, long hood and atreamlined -body. The Interior is cozy. Seat cushion and backs are In russet genuine leather. Tops are tan-gray or black. Brakes are hy draulic, engine 85 horsepower, body all-steel. Equipment Includes twin air electric horns, dual windshield wipers and sun visors, headlight beam control, battery condition In dicator, cigar lighter, ash tray, and locked glove compartment. Rumble seat Is standard. Luggage It carried In rear deck or back of seat ... ur.REiuG6irj;;,iuKi Nr. ii : wuin haw "u.n.: tpc"l '' "w.n ever. '?....,.. .u.rear.hM1" lUCTl I PUSH- WUll " , r.nc .f.f," ,l.vl ..rullPSKiK I., intrcs"1.', c.-ccina "'.'?. ,,,mo' 1939 CHRYSLER ROYAL 100 NiniMvtr Hill, (hullm 1939 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL USNintpmr 1!S liWriirtui Alio Chrytltr't famous Cuttem Impsriol In tlvs and tsvso pattsngtr isdnni ond llmeutlnst, TUNI tN ON MAXll aOWft, coiuMRia NrrwoiK. ivinr THURSOAT. TO lOf.M, .I.T, HAHN MOTORS 38 NORTH RIVERSIDE GREATER SAFETY-MORE TIRE MILEAGE With Wheels Balanced on the New Bear DY-NAM-IC Wheel Balancer Unbalanced wheels are dangerous to safety cause tires to wear out 20-60 quicker! That's why we now offer car owners this latest service. Bear Dy-nam-ic Wheel Balancing. For the last word In Mod ern Automotive Service call on DAWSON'S ,4A SPECIALIZED SERVICE" Magnetos Wheel Balancing Radios Keys Saws Small Repairs Judged, It was anticipated that the final selections would not be made before late this afternoon. In the divisions so far Judged, first place winners still are In competition for honors as breed champions as well as class and show champions. ; Use Mall Tribune Want Ad. SIMONIZ Preserves the Finish and Beauty of a New Car. Daily's Auto Painting 23 South Bartlett this Excmm mwm9 DESOTO... DESOTn,S!irftF.IUMNRKTVIJ,r.dlDAavmimnrAh(iniin.fn.ft.mlni.rA smartness. ..It gives you more room, wider scars, more luggage space, better vision, greater safety, new driving case, economy. QUICK FACTS ABOUT A GREAT CAR NEW HANDY-SHIFT mounted on steering post for easier ahlf tinft. "Wobble-stick" Is ftone there's plenty of room for three in front now. it FULL-VIEW WINDSHIELD much hlfthcrand wider! BUndspo tRgonelCon-tant-Spccd Electric Windshield Wlpen clear tvc-thlrda ot windshield area. 1r STRIAjaiNE STYLING by Da Soto! it STREANn.INEDLUGC.KGC LOOKER The klna ol moaera amartnes you'TO no trunk bu.tle projects In rear, but been looklnft for... ear you would bo there's moreroomforluftgagg Ucuble proud to drirelnany kind of company. feet of usable apace. 5SPEEDSFORWARD vflth perfected Automatic Ovcrdrlve...optlon nl at extra cost. New performance and economy. NEW RIDE FORMULA Airplane-type Shock Absorbers, Rubber Float Body Mountingselimlnatc bumps and vibration. BIGGER SAFETY-STEEL BODY real protection and much more room. Sofa-wide scats front and rear. 93-H.P., SUPER-ECONOMY ENGINE new SLTF.R FINISHING of moving parts. ..longer life, greater economy; Safety-Siftnal Speedom eter! Non-Slam Doors, with new Rotary Door Locks; Duroshecn Fin ish! Soft-Acting Hydraulic Brakes for smooth, surestops. STILL PRICED JUST ABOVE THE LOWESTI HI H J 4 iVW BRIGGS-HUMPHREY fnOTOR CO. r 4' V PHONE 18 44 No. Front Street. Phone 263 Phone 1109 133 So. Riverside
