Evening Star Newspaper, December 17, 1922, Page 74

A0 Announcement \ Mr. Robert E. Greer is now associated with us as exclusive Lincoln salesman Handle); Motor Co. Georgia Ave. and Quincy St. Col 2323 Authorized Ford and Lincoln Dealer BY R. E. MACKENZIE, Advertising Manager, the Timken Roller Bearing Co., Canton, Ohio. Before taking his machine out of the garage a goodedriver should be'| confident that every part of it is in first-class workigg order, not only so that he may thake his trip with the agsurance that he will not have trouble on the road, but also so that he will khow that his machine will not fail him in traffic emergencies. A thorough inspection of the whole machine should be made, at least once a week, in order to be ure that it will give dependable SPECIAL of the twenty-four to wait upon vou. 1620 M Street . AT ANY TIME REQUIRES LIGHTNIN To function properly in winter cold your motor demands A POWERFUL, CLEAN, SURE FUEL, a fuel that delivers the goods. Btk Every time a spark flash LIGHTNING does that---you get 25 to 35 per cent more mileage and ' prompt starts in any, weather. €Se== Rosslyn, Virginia i BUICK = DELIVERY Canopy Top with Screen Sides Complete Five Business Body Styles Screen, Open Express, Panel, Canopy, Passenger Express IMMEDIATE DELIVERIES Backing up the sale ot the Buick is Emerson & Orme sefvic conveniently located, with facilities to care for the most exact- ing needs of any owner and some one in attendance every hour “HOME OF THE BUICIE” Emerson & Orme Proper Motorin PARTICULARY IN WINTER . INSIST UPON LIGHTNING Penn Oil Company Telephone West 166 HOW TO DRIVE AN AUTOMOBILE: CORRECT AND INCORRECT WAY Many‘Rules Which Autoists Should Follow ' 4o Make Motoring More Safe - and Greéter Pleasure. service. This inspection should in- clude: Seeing that the tires are in- flated to the prescribed pressure; in- specting the steering apparatus to make sure that all connections are tight; testing the battery, and fill- ing it with water. [y In addition, each day, before start- ng out. the good "driver should make sure that he has the proper amount of oil in his crank case, and that his cooling system is filled with water, which in cold weather, should contain a sufficient quantity of anti- freeze solution. He should fojlow the instructions for lubrication very carefully, as the efficient perform- ance and the life of the whole ma- chine depends upon proper oiling and greasing more than on any other one thing. Having made sure that his machine . Franklin 3860 g MOTOR " FUEL ‘| to. the motor | tice. l Even in avoiding bumps, ruts and. Is in perfect condition, the driver can devote his whole energy to driving, rather than worrying about a missing cylinder, or a squeak in the wheels. Starting the Motor. Even most drivers who are just beginning to drive are familiar with the main points in starting the car. They understand that, after the mo- tor 'is started, the gear shift should bo put ‘into’ first speed, and the clutch slowly engaged while the ac- celerator is depressed; that after the car has gained some momentum the clutch should be disengaged again and the gear shift lever put into the next higher speed; after Wwhich the clutch is, slowly engaged While depressing upon the accelera- tor again. ~Ford grivers, of course, engage and disengage the clutch in the same operation, to shift gears. Many drivers, however, do not realize the importance of two rules in starting their motor. First, the spark should be retarded. If this is not done the motor is very apt to backfire and some part of the starter, or the starter's connection itself, will sooner or later break. In machines which are [not equipped with a starter it is, of course, exceedingly dangerous to try to crank by hand unless the spark s retarded. The second rule for starting the motor, which some drivers do not practice, is to have the clutch disen- gaged when stepping on the connection. By doing this load is taken off the batte y, as it does not have to turn over the trans- mission gears unnecessarily. Many drivers who have difficulty in starting thelr motors in cold weather would have better success if, before turning on the switch, they would turn the motor over several times with the air choked, and_then sudden- 1y turn on the switch. By doing this they have put an exceedingly rich mixture of gas into their nders which is Teady to explode as soon e faintest spark passes through the spark plugs. D passes through the Braking. A‘z)z in starting the motor, there are 1so one or two points in stopping which some drivers still do not prac A few vears ago nearly all drivers were taught to throw out the clutch before applying the brake. The best practice today, however, is to keep the clutch engaged until the car has slowed down to about five miles an hour. To successfully do this it is. of course, necessary to have the throttle so adjusted where it con- nects with the carburetor, that when the throttle is closed only e¢nough gasoline is fed in to the carburetor to keep the motor running idle. Having mastered the stopping and starting 2 go0d drivep should be well info upon the it. both on city streets and country roads. Unfortunately the great ma- jority of drivers still do not realize the: importance of closely following approved rules ofgtraffic. “Nice Steering. ples of the The - Steerer” members that the rear wheels do not ‘tra the front wheels in turning. allows ample, but not too much, way for the rear wheels to m post, guards, traffic signals corners, efe. As a rule it will be found a time fand trouble saver to “turn about” by | driving around the block rather than jamming trafic by turning in the street. (This is not allowed, anyway, in_most communities.) It is irritating to see the driver in front of you hold out his hand and get into the left-hand side of the street just before he makes a turn to the right. If he would keep close to the right-hand curb and then turn into his street it would not be nec- essary for him to hold out his hand, with the result that the machine fol- lowing him is misled by his signal !into thinking that he is going to turn to the left. g ? oD o— [= ] Po= ] —— _— Incorrect method of turning right. Correct method of turning right. ‘When turning to the left or stop- ping, however, it is absolutely essen- tial that the driver signal the ma- chine behind him. In making a left- hand turn many drivers seem to think that they have to pull way over to the right-hand side of the street just as they are about to turn across the traffic_into their left-hand street. They would sate much confusion to the machines behind them, if, half a block before they come to the ‘street into which they are to turn to the right, they would get into the ex- treme left-hand lane of traffic. (=} [= Xe] —————— B e R . Incorrect method Correct method of turning lef?. of turning left. Then, when they are ready to turn, if they hold out their left hand, ma- chines behind them can keep on go- ing as they turn off to the left. In this connection remember that the traffic lanes near the center of the street are for cars that are not plan- ning to turn off to the right at the next several streets. The.traffic lanes at the right-hand side of the street are for cars which plan to park or make a turn to the right in the next block or two. - Always avold sharp turns either to the right or to the left. When mov- ing owt from the curb, or when swinging into the curb, do so slowly and gradually. Correct methor of lesviag curd. track crossings do . not move steering, wheel too” far or too sud denty,-¥ob “iu ‘Goiiig~ 80 ' you lmperi th roper method of steering | your own car as well as all neigh- boring cars. As long as both front wheels or both rear wheels do not hit the obstacle at the same time the | results are not bad. In getting out of street car tracks, or ruts, t'.e wheels should be flipped quickly t» one side and then quickly to the other; thereby scraping the tires as little as possible and keeping complete control at the same time. Skidding. | Skidding is probably one of the most common causes of automobile accidents. Yet, if the driver is care- ful, he should’ have no trouble from skidding. The only skid that can be controlled absolutely is the skid that does not start. Slow, even turns, and slow, even stops and starts will avoid skids. Never apply the brake sud- denly and never disengage the clutch untii you have almost come t6 a stop. On icy pavements you should never attempt to drive without tire chains. Also by keeping the windshield clean you will do away with much of the possibility of skids caused by the necessity” of suddenly applying the brake. Can You Park? Probably not more than one driver out of ten can efficiently and prop- erly park his car. The one best method of parking in a limited space is to pull up parallel to the car be- hind which you are going to park, and about one foot away from it. Turn the front wheels sharply toward the curb and back slowly until you see that by swinging the front wheels hard over to the left your right front fender just clear the left rear fender Then turn | left, and will of the car ahead of you. the tho wheels fully to back to proper position at the curb. Once you know positions at which | €xtreme turns are » be made you ) should be able to park your car in one backward movement. Country Driving. | Country driving, although ot ne-| ces ing such constant alertness {on the part of the driver, neverthe- less demands constant éxercise of o point of good driving. The | first’ thing to be learned for com- | fortable touring, or long-dis | driving, is a safe method of r tion. . Authorities agree that {ana sanest grip on the wh the hand above the other, ol the other down. This grip provide the greatest leverage on the whe with the least exertion. Ang all of | the necessary cxponents of safe driv- | ing—hand brake, horn, throttle, etc., | are within easy reach. | On long _drives, however, the ‘nice-stecrer” - will 'rest himself b g his position as much with safety. One arm on the other hand firmly near the cente possible he door, he wh Roth hands n fe. h hands at the hott tful, but_your control greatly weak- ened. The intermittent use of the hand throttle on good, open roads will | i ! A conference of all civie organiza- | tions, city officials, United Railways officials and automobile club officers will be called before that time to| throw the entire force of public opinion behind the safety-first move- ment. ! range for a conference of civi { per hour. a L —PART =] rest the-right foot and leg. The oc- caslonial use of the hand brake, be- sides being an excellent method of conserving both brakes, is also ex- pedient and safe. N At no time should both hands be free of the wheel. ruts and bumps will quickly disturb; the equilibrium and throw the car) in the ditch. Are You a “Nice Steerer”? | Good driving and nice steering ix. | for the most part, the application of good, sound, common sense. You! will know a “nice steerer” by: His gradual turns and stops. | His keeping to the right of the road, particularly on curves and over the crestg of hills. His extensive and of arm signals. > His comfortable expression. His avoldance of all obstacles, however small, without endangering the occupants of his car or any oth- er_car. His case of handling. His strict obedience of every traffic regulation. His courteousness in hugging the right of the road when you blow your request to be let by. His protection of his motor; his use of second and first speeds. His alternate use of foot and hand brakes on long grades or in emer- intelligent use His respect for railway crossings; he stops, looks and shifis gears be- fore he is actually on the tracks. His skillful steering. His properly adjusted steering ap- paratus. His use of the brakes before he gets to the curve. His_realization that, having séen the child, he (not the child) is re- sponsible, His “nice steering. MARYLAND TO INVOKE DETROIT SAFETY SYSTEM General Conference of Officials and Citizens Will Outline Drive Againct Trafic Toll. His thoughtfulness of pedestrians— he_ thinks for them. o The Star. Special Dispateh BALTIMOR Commissioner 6. ither and State Motor Vehicle Commissioner Baughman will join forces to check the increase in the auto death toll in Baltimore and d. stall the Detroit ident prevention bureau, to be established January 1. The crimes commission is expected to make an immediate survey of needs department to control v, and to back the in such o approve police commissi recommendati Jur only hope to control the situ- ation lies in aroused public support.” said Gen. Gaither. “I will get in touch with Col. Baughman at once to ar- organ- izations. This will pick the matter up where a similar conference laid | I | it down last year. “But, beginning January 1, we will hands of eve: motor ‘motorman and con- | ilable to the public at | | ductor, a drug and neighborhood stores, report cards to be filled out and sent to this an will be He department. Any one who s iolation of the traffic la ked to fill one out and mail it. i Will simply give the number of the | auto license and tell the traftic viola- | tion he His name will not be | used by the department and he will | | | e to come into court as a wit- TRUCKS REMOVE SNOW. According to the best snow from twelve to thirty-six inches, f not too heavy, can be moved by motor trucks, with plow attachments, with excellent results. Trucks should be run on opposite sides of the high- way for return trips, and should nof be operated at more than four miles A few men shouid be ried to shovel away the wet snow that piles up in front of the blade. While it is impe ble to estimate t snow removal on the highw. s per mile throughout the nation a weneral ave e, upon the par- authoriti wt The lowest price in 18 years Two years ago this same Oldsmobile Four touring car sold for $1445. Never before has such high quality been offered at so low a price. We could write pages on its perform- ance records, on the superiority of its forty horse power four-cylinder engine, on the deep 7-inch frame, on the staunch all-metal- covered bodies, but—you must see and test this car to realize that it is the value buy on the market. OLDS MOTOR WORKS G Division of General Motors Corporation Small St0Nes, | m—— best price- LANSING MICHIGAN, ticular section above referred to, | small cost in comparison to the needs which is typical, under the most se- | of the for adequate highwa: vere conditions the cost ranged froin | tra all ta r, apari $75 to $350 per mile, while in a milder | from the usefuliecs of xnow clea winfer the cost but from $10 to {ance in helping Lo maintain improves $30 per mile. Certaioly this is a very | roads. an estiulness 'HE charm and character of this Auburn Sedan is unquestioned. Yoo feel its fascination the instant you see the car. It is a vehicle you can enthuse abont — one that you will always be proud té own and show your friends. This Sedan was built for those who are interested in something more than just 3 means of getting from place to place. X¢ has distinction and beauty. It is ample in size, spacious. Your perfect restfulness and peace hd# been assured by a silent and smoothly operating mechanism, by deep, luxurious cushions, by wind-tight protection from the wildest weather. Let the Sedan tell you its own story. 8ec 5 it at our Sales Rooms, or phone and an Auburn will be at your door. Immediate Deliveries on All Modcls THADEN MOTOR CO., Int. 1026 Conn. Ave. Main 1636 22nd Successful Year 975 f. o. b. Lansing 1923 Prices Effective September 25, 1922 Model “43-A"—4 Cy 115 in.- Wheelbase 3-Passenger Roadster . $955 5-Passenger Touring .. 975 4-Passenger Semi-Sport 1,075 5-Pass. California Top. 1,350 5-Passenger Brougham 1,875 4-Passgnger Coupe ... 1,475 LPuug:yef Sedan ... 1,595 Model “47"—Light Eight ,_ 115 in. Wheelbase 5-Passenger Touring .$1,3875 38-Pass. Sport Roadster 1,625 4-Pas. Sup. Sport Tour. 1,675 4-Passenger Coufic 1,875 5-Passenger Sedan .. 2,025 OLDSMOBILE SALES COMPANY 1016 Connecticut Avenue TELEPHONE MAIN 7837 DEALERS WANTED IN MARYLAND AND VIRGINIA IQLDSMQBIL der . 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