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 The Newest Automobile Conveniences

���A new shock absorber which takes up shocks before they reach the car springs and the body of the car

����The man who is pressed for time has his car fitted up with a disappearing desk and typewriter

��\ Break in spring

��A plate or truss which provides a temporary re- pair for a broken spring. It sup- ports the break longitudinally

���A spring cushion tire to eliminate blowouts. The inner tube is a series of heart- shaped springs

��A convenient luggage carrier strapped to the rear of the front seat. It is about three feet long

����An automatic lift which enables the autoist to "get out and get under" without lying on his back. The car is run on to the lift under its own power. The lift is both demountable and portable

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