Indianapolis Times, Volume 40, Number 42, Indianapolis, Marion County, 29 June 1928 — Page 28

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RAIN FAILS TO PREVENT SALES OF STRAW HATS Shoppers Refuse to Be Blocked in Doing Their Vacation Buying. “Rain” was the name of a popular play wherein a group of Nordic blondes, forcibly detained on a South Seas atoll during a tropical downpour that continued for days, finally were overcome by their environment. Not so the Hoosiers. Incesssant showers throughout the month haven’t even caused the straw hat business to succumb, according to dealers. In fact, for the most part the straw hat season has been a boom one, an:! if sales continue at present rate it may be a banner year. Readily adapting themselves to their wet pavements Indianapolis shoppers continue to fare abroad and make their seasonable purchases at the numerous sales. Rain Aids Some Lines Instead of curtailing trade, rain has added impetus to some lines, obviously the umbrella and raincoat business. “A sunny morning with a thunder shower at noon, or at the end of the day is the ideal weather for our business,” one umbrella dealer pointed out. “The sort of rain that hurts us is one that starts before people leave home in the morning. Then they bring their umbrellas with them.” Jestingly appropriate, many of the downtown show windows have been featuring bathing suits. Vacation season is on hand and the families who have planned on going on an automobile trip, camping, hiking or any other sport that takes them into the great outdoors are not to be thwarted. Dressed in their gaudy raincoats, crowds of them may be seen selecting their sport togs. Many Golf Clubs Sold One concern even reports unprecedented sales in golf clubs. With the farmer wading in the mud and complaining ox the lateness of the season, golfers seem to be doing the same and labeling it enjoyment. “Closed cars have done much to eliminate curtailment of business because of rain,” a philosophical store manager declared. “When it rains now people just don their wet weather duds and go on with whatever they have planned. It doesn’t matter whether it means going to a play or a picnic.’ ’ MANNERS OF PARISIAN YOUTH LAID TO WAR Sports and Movies Also Blamed for Crudeness. By United Press PARIS, June 29.—War, sports and the American films have practically killed the old-time courtesy among young Frenchmen, according to Municipal Councillor Fernand Laurent. “When the present generation was twelve years old the fathers were at the front and the children were allowed to do as they pleased. We now see the results,” said the councilor. “After the war they saw the newly rich and the profiteers and came to the conclusion that brutality was all that was necessary. “Then look at these wild west film§ with bandits brandishing revolvers, shouting ‘Hands up.’ Brutality again. With all that, there is thf modern fashion of evercising the muscle as if everything depended on that. ART PROVES COSTLY TO POLICE TREASURY Fancy Boathouse Is Reared for ‘Snooping’ Craft. By United Press MILWAUKEE, June 29.—Art applied to a police boathouse will cost Milwaukee taxpayers $1,200 this year. The police department has a launch, Killjoy, which is used to patrol the upper Milwaukee river and provide unasked-for chaperonage for couples in canoes and along the banks of the stream. There must* be a house in which to keep it.. A plain structure, to cost $1,200 was planned. But Milwaukee has an art commission to pass on designs for all structures erected by the city. The j commission disapproved of the plain plans. , . . I Artistic changes in the design of the boathouse will increase its cost to $2,400. LIVE l?l TENT 12 YEARS Chicken Farming Couple Wear Oui Three “Homes.” By United Press NASHWAUK, Minn., June 29. Mr. and Mrs. C. W. French, chicken farmers living near here, are believed to have established an endurance record for camping. They have lived in a tent, equipped with modern conveniencies for the last twelve years. During that time they have worn out three tents. They plan to construct a log cabin soon. TWO OFFICIALS ACCUSED Michigan City Commissioner, Deputy Sheriff Hit by Dry Probe. By United Press MICHIGAN CITY, Ind., June 29. John Boss, City Commissioner, and Frank G. Lapham, La Porte County deputy sheriff, today faced charges of conspiracy to violate the Federal prohibition act. The two were arrested after indictment by a Federal grand jury which is investigating liquor and vice conditions here t,nd elsewhere in La Porte Countg,

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Pledge to the Public on Used Car Sales nan 1 Every used car is conspicuously marked with its price in plain figures, and that price, just as the price of our new cars, is rigidly maintained. 2 Ail Studebaker automobiles which are sold as CERTIFIED CARS have been properly reconditioned, and carry a 30-day guarantee for replacement of defective parts and the free service on adjustments. 1 3 Every purchaser of a used car may drive it for five days, and then, if not satisfied for any reason, turn it back and apply the money paid as a credit on the purchase of any other car in stock—new or used. (It is assumed that the car has not been damaged in the meantime.) a a a C 1927, The Studebaker Corporation of America.

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No Cars Sold to Dealers!

Automobile NOW! 1927 PAIGE 6 SEDAN % This car is practically new. Been driven less than 10,000 miles by a careful driver. This car in performance and appearance would not be out of place on anew car sales floor. Fully equipped and pledge backed. Priced below the cost of an ordinary four. s7Qf\ That’s All-No f t/O More to Pay! 1928 OAKLAND COUPE One of the beautiful all-American Oaklands. Tires, finish, upholstering resemble anew car. Mechanically perfect. Fully equipped and offered for sale at only $795.

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Make up your mind DURING 5 days driving trial Every car included in this sale—Studebakcr or other make—is backed by the famous Studebaker Pledge. This Pledge allows you five days driving trial on any used car you select. Five days of actual service so you may see for yourself bow good the car really is. Five days to make up your mind as you drive. Every car marked in plain figures.

THE INDIANAPOLIS TIMES

Be Here Early!

Caught with the goods—that’s the story in a nut shell. The new Studebaker| models are here—we must unload our used cars at once regardless of price to make room for trade-ins on new models. | No matter how much or how little you want to pay there is a car here foij

Fords! Fords! Fords! Out They Go! 340 up Get here early if you want to buy a Ford, our stock will go quick at the low price asked. Coupes, sedans, roadsters and tourings are included. Small Down Payment—Trades Accepted!

The Cream of the Used Car Market!

Studebaker Dictator Sedan at Less Than the Price of an Ordinary Car 1927 Model. This is one of the most beautiful ears in our stock. Painted a rich maroon, black strippings and fenders. Genuine velour upholstering. This car cannot be told from new. It has been driven only 11.230 actual miles and has unusual good care. Xlroa like new. Fully equipped. A truly wonderful buy at $995. Pledge-backed.

The car pictured above is a 1926 Nash Brougham In a beautiful black finish trimmed In white. Five white wire wheels. Tires In good condition, plush upholstery that has had practically no wear. Automatic windshield wiper, rear vision mirror, Balcrank bumpers front and rear. Here is an ideal family car. The former owner was an exceptionally careful driver and as a result this car Is in perfect condition; $358 down, balance easy terms.

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DODGE BUYERS! Here*s Your Chance! Included in our stock are several Dodge coupes and sedans. Late models in good condition, 5 days driving trial. Come in and get ’em. DODGE COUPE—A real good one 9245 3920 DODGE COUPE—Good tires; looks and runs like new 1920 DODGE DE LUXE SEDAN—Practically new tires, fully equi^Ht low mileage; looks like new; upholstering well preserved 192 TANARUS) DODGE COACH —Some ore is going to get a lot of trouble-free service at 7> Several Others at Low Prices!

Commander Victoria 1927 model, driven less than 10,000 miles. In appearance and performance like new. Beautiful upholstering. Mechanically perfect. Fully equipped. Sacrificed at a great discount.

Buy a Car for the FourtW CERTIFIED I At 40% to 75% Lo’vp 1927 Studebaker President sedan ....$1195 1927 Studebake®**1927 Studebaker Commander sedan... 1095 19126 Studebake^^B 1927 Studebaker Commander coupe.. 1095 J? 2 5 StudebaMgy 1926 Studebak^^H 1926 btudebaker Commander brough.. 995 1926 Studebak®**^ 1927 Studebaker Dictator sedan 995 1926 ■ 1927 Studebaker Dictator c0upe...... 995 1927 Studebake^BE , nn „ . 1925 StudebakeJ?t>?.? 192/ Studebaker Dictator Victoria.... 895 1904 Stifdsbiridfl

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