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Winnetka Weekly Talk, 17 Nov 1928, p. 47

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46 WINNETKA TALK November 17, 1928 Woman Drives Across U. S. In Chevrolet in Eight Days Claiming the all-time transcontinen- tal record for an automobile driven by a woman, Miss Telle Glyndon of At- lantic City drove a Chevrolet sedan from her home to San Francisco, a dis- tance of 3,468 miles, in 8 days, 8 hours, 15 minutes. The trip was literally "non-stop," and Miss Glyndon drove every inch of the way. She was accompanied by her broth- er-in-law and a friend, Highest Grade UPHOLSTERING Cabinet Work Drapery and Upholstery Fabrics ANTIQUES We specialize in Antique Furniture Repairing and Refinishing Hair Mattresses and Springs Made to Order H. G. LINDWALL 808 Oak Street Highest Grade Upholstering Established 1895 Ph. Winnetka 145 Huge Price Slash by Dodge Company; Cuts $150 to $250 Big price reductions on all Dodge Brothers' Standard and Victory Six models are now in effect, according to W. T. Wersted, Winnetka Dodge dealer. The Senior Six line is not affected in this price slashing. The reductions follow: Standard Six de luxe sedan, $175; sedan, $165; coupe, $150; cabriolet, $170; sport cabriolet, $175; Victory Six, four pas- senger coupe, $225; sport sedan, $250; de luxe sedan, $225; sport roadster, $250; sedan, $200; coupe, $200. "Announcement of the lowered prices is accompanied by the state- ment that the cut is the result of better manufacturing facilities at the factory, closer supervision and rear- rangement of production operations, resulting in savings being reflected in the offering of the cars to the public," says Mr. Wersted. U. S. BUYS 16 WHIPPETS Sixteen Whippet automobiles have been sold to the United States Immi- gration Service for use on the east coast of Florida. Dodge Brothers Announce DRASTIC PRICE CUTS on "Standard" and "Victory" Six Models These remarkably successful cars are now offered at prices which merit your most serious consider- ation. "Standard Six" 4 Door Sedan ...$765 Deluxe Sedan Coupe Cabriolet "Victory Six" 4 Door Sedan ...$895 Deluxe Sedan ...$945 Coupe Roadster All Prices F. O. B. Detroit Phone us for demonstration and valuation on your old car Denatured ALCOHOL We recommend alcohol, but sell other preparations per 85¢ gal. E. B. TAYLOR CO. Hardware 546 Center St. Phone 999 "White Streak' to Show Correct Way of Driving a Car Cooperating with the National Safe- ty movement throughout the United States, the Chandler-Cleveland Motors Corporation are introducing a new idea which will, no doubt, tend to em- phasize in a forcible manner safe, sane and courteous driving practices on the highways of many of the cities of the United States and Canada, according to Tom Hay of Tom Hay and Son, Evanston Chandler dealer. "Most everyone will agree that the majority of motorists have good in- tentions when it comes to their driv- ing habits on the road, but due to haste and unexpected circumstances, they many times, forget to practice what their better judgment has always ad- vocated," says Mr. Hay. "Due to this laxness on the part of many drivers, Chandler officials hit upon the idea of sponsoring the "White Streak," a Chandler Royal "75" Eight Sedan, finished entirely in a snow white, to remind the motoring public, through the cooperation of distribu- tors and dealers, of what constitutes correct driving practices. This car will be run constantly on the streets of hundreds of the most important cities throughout the country, stress- ing the numerous points of careful driving and courtesy on the road. "Everyone who owns a car will ad- mit there is a right way and a wrong way to drive in traffic, to stop and park. to pass street cars, etc. There are also hundreds of little cour- tesies of the road, which if practiced, would make driving a car afford even a greater degree of pleasure than it does right now. The driver of the "White Streak" is, in each case, under the jurisdiction of the local Chandler dealer, from Income Purchase a Good Used Car at CADILLAC Hupmobile 1928 Century, 7 pass. Sedan, the beau- tiful Brewster Green finish is original. Brown mohair interior is spot- less. The Straight 8 mo- tor mech. excellent. 5 good tires, heater and full equipment .......... $975 Nash 1928 Sedan. Handsome 5 pass. in original blue finish with grey mohair interior. 6 cyl. motor is smooth and quiet. 5 disc wheels and 5 good tires. Complete Nash appoint- ments Stutz 1926 Sedan. The 5 pass. A A 5 model, original blue finish and brown broadcloth are excel- lent. The sleek straight 8 is quiet and power- ful. Lorraine Spot, heater and full Stutz equipment ............... $900 1810 Ridge Avenue The above cars may be purchased from income-- The G. M. A. C. Plan CADILLAC MOTOR CAR Co. Evanston Branch - Cadillac 314 Brougham 1927, This superb 5 pass. model is finished in Calumet blue with brown mohair interior. Checked and recondi- tioned. 5 Firestones, snubbers and standard equipment. A standard new car warranty ...... $1675 Packard Club Sedan 1928, This attractive 5 pass. model enhanced by beautiful blue finish and grey broadcloth upholstery. The 6 cyl motor is powerful and quiet. 5 Firestones and all Packard appoint- ments Dodge 1927 Sedan, 5 pass. model in modish green with luxurious grey 'mohair interior. The 4 cyl. engine is sturdy and dependable. 5 disc wheels, 5 Goodyears and complete equip- ment. Real value at ..... $500 Phone University 8600

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