Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-11-25

many Of the local autoists who had
placed their cars In storage for
the winter to order them placed In
commission again. The past week
was not noteworthy In automobile circles
the condition Of ouietude being due to the
fact that most of the dealers here are wait
ing for the 1907 models to arrive. In that
it is stated that many of the
new models will show changes to some ex-
tent and that the price of more than one
make of machine will probably be in
creased.
''Men wanted Is the sign displayed by
automobile manufacturers at present Men
in all departments are said to be needed to
carry on the great industry. The good
times developed positions for men Of all
classes, and opened places for the men
faster than 1t is possible to secure their
services. This condition exists in all lines,
but now particularly is the motor car man.
ufacturer in need of help.
Mr.. NJ ]. Morgan of New York has sup
piled general information for those who
contemplate contesting in the fifth annual
international Ormond-Daytona Florida
Beach races.
The exact time Of starting each event will
depend on tide and condition of beach. The
course will be at least fifteen miles long.
and at low tide is 100 yards wide.
The clerk Of the course will designate an
enclosure at which contestants are to as
semble. All competitors must be at the
place designated at least thirty minutes be-
fore the time of the event in which they
are entered is scheduled to start. This rule
will be strictly enforced.
The final heats of handicaps may be re-
handicapped. If in the opinion Of the handi-
capper any change is desirable.
contestants wi
subject to weighing and examination before
and after competing.
In order to be eligible for record trial cars
must be entered in two or more races.
Handsome engraved parchment certif-
Gates will be awarded to each contestant In
the time trial, officially certifying the time
made by the recipient.
Four entries will be required In an event
OF which three may be required to start
No second prize may be given unless four
start.
Entrants in events for touring cars must
be provided with catalogues describing the
cars The class in which any foreign cal
may compete shall be determined by the
regular selling price in the United States.
In touring car races the tonneau must be
carried-lamps, tops. horns and accessories
which have no part in the actual constitu
ton or running of the car need not be car.
ried.
The term touring car, unless specifically
described as touring runabout for the
tomobile as regularly designed and cata
1ogued by the maker, regularly carrying 9
tonneau and provided with seats for a.
least four adult persons.
The 2OO-mile race. open to all, will not be
run unless there are six or more entries an6
at least four starters
On account of the addition to the list OF
events of the 2oO-mile open 1t has been de-
cided to start the tournament on Monday
January 81 ending on Saturday, Janu-
airy 20.
Saturday, January 26, II time permits
will also be devoted to the decision of any
| match races that may be made during the
week.
In order to get fair and fast start in the
flying start races pacemaker will be en-
ployed.
All races on the Ormond-Daytona beach,
January u to January %, 1907, will be con-
fined to white male drivers, eighteen years
of age or over. -Fe
The summer country home at Pine Lake
Of the Automobile Club of Detroit has. been
closed for the winter. This club house is said
to be the only one of its kind in the coun-
try, and gives Detroit motorists rendez-
vous which is exceptionally pleasant for aft
ernoon. evening and Sunday drives. 1t is
about thirty miles from the city, by good
road, and provides the accommodations OF
reception hall, parlor, smoking, loung1ng
and dining rooms, baths and several sleep
ing apartments. AS soon the building
Is completed the club will also have city
club rooms In the new Hotel Pontchartrain.
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Probably no other part of a car is more
likely to be overlooked when lubricating
than the -knuckle joints of the steering
gear. They are continually in action, under
constant strain, and the necessity of lubri-
49,. tc anfI 70 ha Two
To keep the muffier bright chauffeur ad-
vises the use Of ordinary stove polish. Heat
will not affect the stove polish, which
should be applied thick. 1t will last long
and give a nice polish.
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November is mentioned as the time to
prepare water-cooled cars for cold weather.
There are several good anti-freezng mix
lures, any of which prevent the freezing
and bursting of radiators and water jac.,-
cts. Speaking of the subject. an autoist
says: zone Of the best solutions, according
to tests by engineers, is easily made as fol-
lows: Wood alcohol, 10 per cent; glycerin,
Is per- cent; water, 20 per cent. That with
For colder weather a greater percentage Of
alcohol and glycerin may be added"
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Before laying car up for the winter 1t
is advised to have It thoroughly overhauled
by an experienced machinist. Make all the
necessary repairs and have any needed
painting done. Then see that the tanks and
water system are perfectly drained and GER
tain parts creased against rusting. Cover
the car. When good weather comes the car
will be ready for use.
Before venturing into crowded thorough
fares the novice, 1t is urged, should get
correct idea of speed and distance, with a.