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Chapter C: G. V., 75 H.P. Charron, Girardot & Voigt, N. Y (3)

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PRICE: $1,800
BODY: Wood and iron
SEATS: 2 persons
CAPACITY: 1,200 to 1,500 pounds
WEIGHT: 2,600 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 102 inches
TREAD: 62 inches
TIRES, FRONT: Solid, 30 × 2½ in.
TIRES, REAR: Solid, 32 × 2½ in.
STEERING: Worm gears
BRAKES: Rear wheels
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Wood and iron
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4¾ in.
CYLINDERS: Two
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Sliding type
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Hung to boiler
BOILER: Tonkin "dry plate"
LUBRICATION: Sight force feed
SPEEDS: 10 to 20 miles
DRIVE: Chain

Thompson, Model B, Steam Wagonette. Thompson Auto Co.,
Providence, R. I.

PRICE: $2,250
BODY: Iron and wood
SEATS: 10-12 persons
WEIGHT: 3,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 102 inches
TREAD: 62 inches
TIRES, FRONT: Solid, 30 x 2½ in.
TIRES, REAR: Solid, 32 x 2½ in.
STEERING: Triple thread screws
BRAKES: Rear wheels, double-acting
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Iron and wood
HORSE-POWER: 10 to 12
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 4¾ in.
CYLINDERS: Two
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Sliding type
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Hung to engine
BOILER: Tonkin "dry plate"
LUBRICATION: Force sight feed
SPEEDS: 10 to 20 miles
DRIVE: Chain

Coulthard Steam Truck, 30 H.P. American Coulthard Co., Chicago,
Ill.

PRICE: $4,500
BODY: Platform
CAPACITY: 12,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 130 inches
TREAD: 66 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 33 × 7 in., (wood)
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 9 in., (wood)
STEERING: Worm and wheel
BRAKES: Double-acting screw brake on rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Channel steel
MOTOR: Compound reversing
CYLINDERS: 2 high, 2 low pressure
MOTOR SUSPENSION: To main frame by patented method
BOILER: Vertical, fire-tube type
FUEL: Coke or coal
SPEEDS: 3-6 m. p. h., forward and reverse
DRIVE: Double chain

Steam 8-Ton Truck, 35 H.P. Pittsburgh Machine Tool Co.,
Allegheny, Pa.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $4,500
BODY: To suit
CAPACITY: 8 tons
WEIGHT: 4 tons
WHEEL-BASE: To suit
TREAD: Standard
TIRES, FRONT: Wood, 6 in.
TIRES, REAR: Wood, 6 in.
STEERING: Wheel
BRAKES: Air and hand
FRAME: Steel
CYLINDERS: 3 and 4
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Poppet type
BURNER: Kerosene
FUEL REGULATION: Automatic
BOILER: Fire tube
CHANGE GEAR: Spur type
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Chain and gear

Johnson Power Wagon. Johnson Service Co., Milwaukee, Wis.

PRICE: According to load capacity
BODY: To order
CAPACITY: From 1 to 5 tons
WEIGHT: From 1 to 5 tons
WHEEL-BASE: Varies
TREAD: Varies
TIRES, FRONT: Solid rubber
TIRES, REAR: Solid rubber
STEERING: Wheel and knuckle
BRAKES: Wheel band and reverse
SPRINGS: Half elliptic
FRAME: Armored wood
BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: In cylinder head
CONDENSER: 150 sq. ft. area
BURNER: Kerosene
FUEL REGULATION: By thermostat
BOILER: Water tube coil
LUBRICATION: Splash
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Lever
DRIVE: Shaft

Coulthard Coal Truck. American Coulthard Co., Chicago, Ill.

BODY: For coal, power tipping
CAPACITY: 6 tons
FRAME: Channel steel
TIRES: Wood blocks
GENERATOR: Fire tube
CYLINDERS: 2 compound, horizontal
TRANSMISSION: Sliding gear
SPEEDS: Two
WHEEL-BASE: 130 inches
TREAD: 66 inches
DRIVE: Chain

Plymouth Bus, 30-40 H.P. Commercial Motor Truck Co., Plymouth, O.
(TOO LATE FOR PROPER CLASSIFICATION.)

BODY: Rear entrance bus
SEATS: 20-24 passengers
WEIGHT: 4,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 144 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 in., single
TIRES, REAR: 36 in., dual
BRAKES: Internal expanding on rear wheel drums
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Braced channel steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Automatic oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Duplex friction
SPEEDS: 0 to 10 or 15 m. p. h.
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Chains to spur gear reduction

Plymouth Side Board Truck, 30-40 H.P. Commercial Motor Truck
Co., Plymouth, O.
(TOO LATE FOR PROPER CLASSIFICATION.)

BODY: Side board truck
CAPACITY: 2 to 3 tons
WEIGHT: 4,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 144 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 in., single
TIRES, REAR: 36 in., dual
BRAKES: Internal expanding in rear hub drums
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Braced channel steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Automatic oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Duplex friction
SPEEDS: 0 to 8 or 15 m. p. h.
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Chains to spur gear reduction

TOO LATE FOR PROPER CLASSIFICATION.

Brush Runabout, 6 H.P. Brush Runabout Co., Detroit, Mich.

PRICE: $500
BODY: Piano box
SEATS: 2 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 74 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 in., solid
TIRES, REAR: 32 in., solid
STEERING: Eccentric and pinion
BRAKES: Expanding type on rear wheels
SPRINGS: Special helical type
FRAME: Wood
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Single, vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On one side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: In front under bonnet
COOLING: Water; horizontal fin tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells
CARBURETER: Special
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Friction
CHANGE GEAR: Friction
SPEEDS: Any number
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Side chains

Schacht Runabout, 8-10 H.P. Schacht Mfg. Co., Cincinnati, O.

PRICE: $560; with top, $600
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 61 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 1¼ in. cushion
TIRES, REAR: 40 × 1¼ in. cushion
STEERING: Gear and pinion
BRAKES: On countershaft
SPRINGS: Long side semi-elliptic type
BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
COOLING: Water; horizontal fin tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry or storage batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Automatic
MOTOR-CONTROL: Levers on steering column
CLUTCH: Friction disc
SPEEDS: 5 to 35 m. p. h.
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Side chains

Beebe Runabout, Model F, 14 H.P. Western Motor Truck Works,
Chicago, Ill.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $650
BODY: Buggy type
SEATS: 2 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 74 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 40 in. solid
TIRES, REAR: 44 in. solid
STEERING: Wheel
BRAKES: On rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Steel
CYLINDERS: Two
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle on steering wheel
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: Up to 25 m. p. h.

Reliable Dayton, Model D, 15 H.P. Reliable Dayton Motor Car Co.,
Chicago, Ill.

PRICE: $700
BODY: Surrey
SEATS: 4 persons
WEIGHT: 1,200 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 94 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 40 × 1¼ in. solid
TIRES, REAR: 44 × 1¼ in. solid
STEERING: Side lever
BRAKES: Double-acting external and internal on drums
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Angle steel
BORE: 4⅜ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Side ports at top of cylinders
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From angle steel sub-frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Two sets of dry cells
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Sight force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle levers
CLUTCH: Leather-faced
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
DRIVE: Double chain

"Duer" Runabout, 12-15 H.P. Chicago Coach & Carriage Co.,
Chicago, Ill.

PRICE: $750
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
TREAD: 58 inches
WEIGHT: 850 to 900 pounds
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 44 × 1¼ inches
TIRES, REAR: 48 × 1¼ inches
STEERING: Side lever
BRAKES: Brake shoe on each sheave
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Wood, reinforced by steel
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Crosswise under bonnet
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
LUBRICATION: Forced feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Steel cable

Beebe Tourabout, Model H, 20-24 H.P. Western Motor Truck Works,
Chicago, Ill.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $1,000
BODY: Gentleman's roadster
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,400 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 100 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 40 in. solid
TIRES, REAR: 44 in. solid
STEERING: Wheel with worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
CYLINDERS: Two, 2 cycle
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: On steering column above wheel
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: Up to 40 m. p. h.
DRIVE: Shaft

The Okey, Model L-7, 24 H.P. The Okey Motor Car Co.,
Columbus, O.

PRICE: To be about $1,100
BODY: Roadster
SEATS: 2 people
WEIGHT: 1,300 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 90 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 3 inches
STEERING: Screw and nut
BRAKES: Internal expanding
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Wood
BORE: 4⅛ in.; STROKE: 3½ in.
CYLINDERS: Three, two cycle
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Bolted to side sills
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Okey special
LUBRICATION: Okey special
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle on column
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Hand lever
DRIVE: Shaft

Overland, Model 22, 15 H.P. Overland Auto Co., Indianapolis,
Ind.

PRICE: $1,250
BODY: Runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 1,350 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 86 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 28 × 3 inches
TIRES, REAR: 28 × 3 inches
STEERING: Irreversible internal worm gear
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Steel, well trussed and reinforced
BORE: 3½ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical, individual, in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: All mechanical inside of cylinders all on same
side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: On three points
COOLING: Water, vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Two sets dry batteries
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulation
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler, belt driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: All metal cone clutch, running in oil
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary on rear axle, all encased, running in oil
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Foot lever
DRIVE: Shaft and bevel gears

Model, Style 10, 24 H.P. Model Automobile Co., Peru, Indiana

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $1,250
BODY: Side entrance tonneau; tonneau detachable
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 1,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 100 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and differential
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Channel steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 7 in.
CYLINDERS: 2, double opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust in head
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
COOLING: Brass gear pump and tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Battery
CARBURETER: With automatic mixture regulator
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain

Beebe Touring Car, Model K, 20-40 H.P. Western Motor Truck
Works, Chicago, Ill.

PRICE: $1,450
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 1,550 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 100 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On transmission and rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
CYLINDERS: 2 cylinders vertical, 2 cycle
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: On steering column above wheel
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft

Touraine, 18-20 H.P. Automobile Parts & Equipment Co.,
Chicago, Ill.

PRICE: $1,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 1,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 100 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Wheel with worm and gear
CYLINDERS: 2 opposed
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Direct from frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward, 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Shaft

Kato 4 Wheel Drive, 20 H.P. Four Traction Auto Co., Mankato,
Minn.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $1,800 about
BODY: Aluminum side entrance
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 1,800 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 95 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 3½ × 30 inches
TIRES, REAR: 3½ × 30 inches
BRAKES: Rear hub drums
SPRINGS: Half elliptic
FRAME: Steel
BORE: 5½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: Two opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical operated
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From frame on sub-frame under front seat
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage batteries and magneto
CARBURETER: Brennan
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: From steering wheel
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary with individual clutches
SPEEDS: Two forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Foot and hand
DRIVE: Shaft to front and rear wheels with bevel gears and idler on
front wheels

Senator, 22-24 H.P. Victor Automobile Co., Ridgeville, Ind.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $2,000
BODY: Double side entrance, with detachable tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 1,550 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 107 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Double set on rear wheels
FRAME: Wood; angle steel sub-frame
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical cast singly
MOTOR: Carrico
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry batteries
CARBURETER: Float-feed
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Hassler
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective type
DRIVE: Shaft

Shoemaker, Model C, 30-35 H.P. Shoemaker Automobile Co.,
Freeport, Ill.

PRICE: $2,200
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,000 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 102 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and segment type
BRAKES: Internal and external on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4⅜ in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4 cast, separate
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water; vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Dry cells and storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: 4 feed mechanical oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle levers and foot button
CLUTCH: Self-contained multiple disc; cork inserts
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft

The Chatham, 22-24 H.P. The Chatham Motor Car Co., Ltd.,
Chatham, Ont.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $2,500 complete with top; $2,400 complete without top
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WEIGHT: 2,200 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 104 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 3½ in. flat or Bailey tread
STEERING: Planetary type
BRAKES: Internal and external hub brakes
SPRINGS: Half elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Mechanical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From side members of frame
COOLING: Either water-cooled or air-cooled as desired
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage and dry cells
CARBURETER: Universal
LUBRICATION: Mechanical
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone clutch
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding--selective type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever ratchet
DRIVE: Direct

National, Model F Runabout, 40 H.P. National Motor Vehicle Co.,
Indianapolis, Ind.

PRICE: $3,000
BODY: Runabout with rumble seat
SEATS: 3 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 110 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Internal worm
BRAKES: Double system of hub brakes; internal expanding
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Valves in side port
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water; cylindrical vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Battery and dynamo
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle automatic governor
CLUTCH GEAR: Slide gear; annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever, progressive system
DRIVE: Shaft

National, Model H Runabout, 50 H.P. National Motor Vehicle Co.,
Indianapolis, Ind.

PRICE: $3,500
BODY: Runabout with rumble seat
SEATS: 3 persons
WEIGHT: 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 54 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4½ inches
STEERING: Double screw and nut
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4⅞ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water; vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (double)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and battery
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed, gear-driven oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle with automatic governor
CLUTCH: Self-contained; leather-faced
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever selective system
DRIVE: Shaft

Pullman Touring Car, 40-45 H.P. Pullman Automobile Co., Peru,
Indiana

PRICE: $3,750
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
WEIGHT: 2,850 pounds
SEATS: 7 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 118 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4 in.
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ in.
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: On transmission and rear wheels
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5½ in.
CYLINDERS: 4, cast separate
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Intake on side, exhaust at top
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
COOLING: Water; planetic cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery or magneto
CARBURETER: Float-feed, single jet
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective or progressive system
DRIVE: Shaft

Heine Velox, Model M, 45 H.P. Heine Velox Motor Co., San
Francisco, Cal.

_Maker's illustration not ready--will be published later and
of a size suitable for insertion in this space._

PRICE: $4,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,790 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 127 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
BRAKES: On transmission and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptical both front and rear
FRAME: Cold-pressed channel nickel steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Inlet and exhaust both in heads
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water, cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery or magneto
CARBURETER: Heine special
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed oiler, gear-driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Cone with auxiliary springs under leather face
CHANGE GEAR: Side
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever progressive
DRIVE: Bevel gear

American Simplex, 70 H.P. Simplex Motor Car Co., Mishawaka, Ind.

PRICE: $4,500
BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 117 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Worm and segment
BRAKES: On propeller shaft and rear wheel hub drums
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4, 2 cycle, cast in pairs
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From sub-frame
COOLING: Water; vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical
MOTOR-CONTROL: Hand spark and throttle and accelerator pedal
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft

National, Model L Limousine, 75 H.P. National Motor Vehicle Co.,
Indianapolis, Ind.

PRICE: $6,500
BODY: Limousine
SEATS: 9 persons
WEIGHT: 3,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 127 inches
TREAD: 56½ inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 5 inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 5 inches
STEERING: Double screw and nut
BRAKES: Double system; Hub brakes; internal expanding
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
BORE: 4⅞ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 6 vertical in front
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Sub-frame
COOLING: Water; vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (double)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Battery and magneto
CARBURETER: Schebler
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed, gear-driven
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle; automatic governor
CLUTCH: Self-contained; leather-faced cone
CHANGE GEAR: Slide gear; annular ball bearings
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever selective system
DRIVE: Bevel gears

Shawmut, Model 6, 35-40 H.P. Shawmut Motor Co., Stoneham, Mass.

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BODY: Side entrance
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 2,400 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 112 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 5 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: On rear hubs and transmission
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 4¾ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4, cast separately
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Make-and-break
CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto
CARBURETER: Water jacketed
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 4 forward, 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
DRIVE: Side chains or bevel gears

Rossler Runabout, Model 30, 10-12 H.P. C. Rossler Mfg. Co.,
Buffalo, N. Y.

BODY: Victoria runabout
SEATS: 2 persons
WEIGHT: 600 pounds
TIRES, FRONT: Solid rubber
TIRES, REAR: Solid rubber
STEERING: Lever
BRAKES: On transmission
SPRINGS: Special platform
BORE: 4 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: Single
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Under body
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Make-and-break
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Single chain

Great Smith, 6 Cyl., 50-60 H.P. Smith Automobile Co., Topeka,
Kan.

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BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 131 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Cone brake on each hub and band brake on transmission
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Ash steel trussed
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 6 cast separate
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 3 point from frame
COOLING: Water; tubular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto
CARBURETER: Smith special
LUBRICATION: Mechanical feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disk
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system
DRIVE: Shaft

Leon Bollee, 16-24, 20-30, 30-45, 45-50 H.P. Norris N. Mason,
New York

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PRICE: $5,000, $5,900, $6,800, $8,200 (chassis)
BODY: To order
WEIGHT: 1,800, 1,850, 2,000, 2,100 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 910 × 90 mm.
TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
BRAKES: Double expansion on rear hubs and transmission
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel, drop frame on all except 30-45
BORE AND STROKE: 95 × 130 mm., 106 × 130 mm., 120 × 150 mm.,
130 × 150 mm.
CYLINDERS: 4, cast in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (double system)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Simms-Bosch magneto and storage batteries
CARBURETER: Special (non-adjustable)
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone cork inserts
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 and reverse on 16-24, 20-30; 4 and reverse on 30-45, 45-50
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Shaft on 16-24, 20-30, and chains on 30-45, 45-50 H.P.

Sovereign, Model M. Matthews Motor Co., Camden, N. J.

BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 8 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 124 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 5 inches
BRAKES: 2 double internal on rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic, front; platform type rear
FRAME: Pressed steel
BORE: 5½ in.; STROKE: 6 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From frame
COOLING: Water
IGNITION Jump spark (double plugs)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical pump
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Double side chain

Staver, 20 H.P. Runabout. Staver Carriage Co., Chicago, Ill.

BODY: Victoria type
SEATS: 2 persons
STEERING: Tiller
BRAKES: On transmission
SPRINGS: Three-quarter elliptic type
CYLINDERS: Double opposed
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Horizontally above cylinders
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Horizontal under seat
COOLING: Water
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Mechanical
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever
DRIVE: Side Chains

Coppock 1-Ton Truck, Model A. Coppock Motor Car Co., Marion,
Ind.

BODY: Platform
CAPACITY: 2,000 pounds
TIRES, FRONT: 32 × 3½ in., solid
TIRES, REAR: 32 × 4 in. solid
STEERING: Worm and sector type
BRAKES: On countershaft and rear hubs
SPRINGS: Front, semi-elliptic; rear, platform type
FRAME: Cold-pressed nickel steel
BORE: 4½ in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 2, 2 cycle
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: 3 port type
COOLING: Water; vertical tube radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed gear-driven oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle above steering wheel
CLUTCH: Internal bronze shoe type
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive type
DRIVE: Side Chains

Leon Bollee 6 Cyl., 30-45, 65-75 H.P. Norris N. Mason, New York

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PRICE: $8,000-$10,000 (chassis)
BODY: To order
WEIGHT: 2,200-2,400 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 120-124 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 875 × 105 mm.
TIRES, REAR: 920 × 120 mm.
BRAKES: Double expansion on rear hubs and transmission
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic
FRAME: Pressed steel with drop frame
BORES: 106-130 mm.
STROKES: 130-150 mm.
CYLINDERS: 6, cast in pairs
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: Opposite sides
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
COOLING: Water, cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (double)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: Special (non-adjustable)
LUBRICATION: Mechanical force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced cone with cork inserts
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 4 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Selective system
DRIVE: Chains

Richmond, Model E, 20 H.P. The Wayne Works, Richmond, Indiana

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BODY: Touring with detachable tonneau
SEATS: 5 persons
WHEEL-BASE: 90½ inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 30 × 3½ inches
TIRES, REAR: 30 × 3½ inches
BRAKES: Expanding on rear wheel hub drums
SPRINGS: Full elliptic
FRAME: Armored wood
BORE: 3¾ in.; STROKE: 4 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
MOTOR SUSPENSION: Main frame
COOLING: Air
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Batteries
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: 4 feed gravity oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Leather-faced reverse cone
CHANGE GEAR: Sliding type
SPEEDS: 3 forward and reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Progressive system

Columbia Combination Gasoline-Electric. Electric Vehicle Co.,
Hartford, Conn.

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BODY: Side entrance tonneau
SEATS: 7 persons
WEIGHT: 3,500 pounds (approximate)
WHEEL-BASE: 112 in.
TREAD: 56 in.
TIRES, FRONT: 36 × 4 in.
TIRES, REAR: 36 × 4½ in.
STEERING: Worm and sector
BRAKES: Electric and hub brakes
SPRINGS: Full elliptic, rear; semi-elliptic, front
FRAME: Pressed steel
HORSE-POWER: 40-45
BORE: 5 in.; STROKE: 5 in.
CYLINDERS: 4 vertical
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: On same side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: 4 point
COOLING: Water; cellular radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark
CURRENT SUPPLY: Storage battery
CARBURETER: Combination automatic
LUBRICATION: Sight feed oiler
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Electric
SPEEDS: 5 forward and 2 reverse
CHANGE-SPEED CONTROL: Small hand lever
TRANSMISSION: Separate electric motor under electric control as
auxiliary
DRIVE: Double chain

Ford, Model K Runabout, 40 H.P. Ford Motor Co., Detroit, Mich.

PRICE: $2,800
BODY: Runabout with rumble seat
SEATS: 3 persons
WEIGHT: About 2,500 pounds
WHEEL-BASE: 120 inches
TREAD: 56 inches
TIRES, FRONT: 34 × 4 inches
TIRES, REAR: 34 × 4 inches
STEERING: Ford reduction gears
BRAKES: Band on transmission; expanding in rear hubs
SPRINGS: Semi-elliptic, front; full elliptic rear
FRAME: Pressed channel steel
CYLINDERS: 6 cast singly
VALVE ARRANGEMENT: All on left side
MOTOR SUSPENSION: From main frame
COOLING: Water; honeycomb radiator
IGNITION: Jump spark (two systems)
CURRENT SUPPLY: Magneto and storage battery
CARBURETER: Automatic
LUBRICATION: Force feed
MOTOR-CONTROL: Spark and throttle
CLUTCH: Multiple disc
CHANGE GEAR: Planetary type
SPEEDS: 2 forward and 1 reverse
CHANGE-GEAR CONTROL: Side lever and foot pedals
DRIVE: Shaft

Transcriber's Note:

Obvious spelling and punctuation errors have been silently corrected.

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