A.A.A. Road Bulletin

Page Fifty-four ARIZONA HIGHWAYS VACATION LAND, 1929

Aid, through constant and intensive ations, will be found ready to do batAutomobile Association. Of his receppropaganda, I still think it is up to us tle.

to protect this principle.

I think President Coolidge was right Mr. Henry cited figures for 1928 to tion he says: when he said in his address to Conshow that there was no unusual ex"We appreciate and know that only gress in December, 1928, that Federal cess in the gasoline supply, although the large associated organization of the Aid should be extended only to those there was an over-production of crude American Automobile Asociation could roads which are interstate in character oil. arrange to give an everlasting and efand a part of an interstatte system of fective impression on the minds of the highways. "As a matter of fact," he said, "it 132 members who accompanied us on appeared that refiners did not accumuthis tour. The warm and friendly greetlate sufficient supplies of gasoline during we received as your guests was not ing the spring and were pushed to fill only on the surface, but was mose sinorders in mid-summer." The statement cere."

Of course, roads within the Forest continued: This particular letter was addressed Reserve, Indian Reservations, and Nato the Cincinnati Automobile Club, one tional Parks, which are strictly owned "Gasoline production totaled 377,183,of the units which acted as hosts to and controlled, are an entirely different 000 barrels or 15,841,686,000 gallons in the party en tour. Here is another question, and one that the government 1928, which represents an increase over milestone in international motor touralone should pay for. 1927 of 14 per cent. ing and in the development of motordom the world over.

Very truly yours,

(Signed) W. D. RISHEL,

Manager Utah State Automobile Association.

"This increase resulted both from increased runs to stills and from an increase in percentage of recovery of from 39.6 per cent in 1927 to 41.3 per centin 1928. The increased yield of gasoline from crude oil was due partly to increased cracking activity.

Although the law provides that an owner of an automobile is not responsible for damage to others, unless the driver is acting as an agent, the "family doctrine" in legal circles, accepts "dad" as "holding the bag," where the family car is concerned, according to the Utah State Automobile Association.

Henry, A. A. A. President, for Conservation of Oil Resources but Will Resent Move to Create Artificial Shortage.

"The indicated domestic demand for gasoline in 1928 amounted to 328,832,000 barrels, or 13,810,944,000 gallons, an increase over 1927 of 11 per cent. The family doctrine is that if the head of a family provides an automobile for the use of the family, then it is not necessary to show that the member of the family who was driving the car at the time the injury was occasioned, was acting as the agent of the head of the family. Upon showing that the car was so provided for the use of the family by the head of the family, the latter is held responsible for the negligence of the driver.

Car owners of the country, who annually spend more than two billion dollars for gasoline and oil, favor a constructive program to conserve the nation's oil resources, but will be quick to resent any move on the part of the industry to create an artificial shortage with the purpose of raising prices to the consumers, according to a bulletin issued today by National Headquarters of the American Automobile Association.

"In view of this situation, it is quite probable that the low point in stocks, 26,378,000 barrels or 1,107,876,000 gallons on September 30, 1928, represented only working stocks. The theory of this doctrine is that the automobile is a dangerous instrument and that when the head of the family places it in the hands of his family he is responsible, the motor association emphasizes. There are exceptions to this rule but it will prevail generally.

"Moreover, figures for 1928 show that the supply in storage varied from one sufficient to meet 47 days' demand in January to 22 days in August, the peak of the motoring season, when there is the greatest demand for motor fuels and lubricants.

The A. A. A. statement was issued under the signature of its President, Thomas P. Henry of Detroit. Mr. Henry said that the national motoring body is in whole-hearted accord with the policy of President Hoover as far as the oil resources of the public-owned domain is concerned.

"However, it is natural to suppose that if the oil industry succeeds in curtailing the production of crude oil, it will naturally diminish the amount of gasoline.

INSPECTION OF AUTOMOBILES BY STATE COMMISSION OF HORTICULTURE AND AGRICULTURE

"When it is considered," said the A. A. A. President, "that America has only about 18 per cent of the world's oil resources, and in 1928 produced 68.2 per cent of the world producion, it is time to adopt somemeans of assuring a supply for the future.

"The car owners feel that they have an unquestioned right to demand that an adequate supply of fuel be maintained, based on consumption, and that the move toward conservation not be made a cloak to cover a boost in price for gasoline and oils."

Now, Mr. Motorowner, after you have criticized the quarantine officers and the service, just read the following and ask yourself if you have been fair. Won't you admit that this service is vital to the very existence of the horticultural and agricultural interests of the State? You will surely concede that Dr. Bartlett and the men serving the several stations under him are performing a worth-while service and are entitled to your helpful consideration. They will appreciate your cooperation and helpful criticism.

COMPLIMENT FROM GERMANY

"If all elements of the oil industry are sincere in the move to join President Hoover in honest conservation of these resources, there is little danger of unfavorable reaction on the part of the consumers. If, on the other hand, there develops any indication that the oil interests intend to use conservation as a cloak for the creation of an artificial shortage, the organized car owners through their national and local associations,"

The following resume of the report of

VACATION LAND, 1929

various inspection stations will be of interest to every citizen: YUMA STATION. 6784 automobiles inspected, of which 779 carried contraband material. Pests found on this material: red, purple, greedy, black, solf brown and cottony cushion scale, mealy bugs, red spider, orange tortrix and pine leaf scale.

GLOBE STATION. 2660 automobiles inspected, of which 481carried contraband material. Pests found: red and purple scale, oyster shell scale, mealy bugs and nut weevils.

TUCSON STATION. 1688 automobiles inspected, of which 99 carried contraband material. Pests found: red and purple scale, and San Jose scale.

RED ROCK STATION. 1132 automobiles inspected, of which 74 carried contraband material. Pests found: red and purple scale and greedy scales.

HOLBROOK STATION. 950 automobiles inspected, of which 81 carried contraband material. Pests found: red and purple scales.

KINGMAN STATION, 871 automobiles inspected, of which 71 carried contraband material. Pests found: red and purple scale and mealy bugs.

SALOME STATION. 447 inspected, of which 44 carried contraband material. Pests found, red and purple scale.

Arizona People Warned Against So-called Auto Clubs

Hotels, garages and service stations as well as other businesses catering to the motoring public are warned by the Arizona Automobile Association to be on the lookout for fake automobile club representatives who have been operating in the Southwest.

Most of these promoters represent themselves to be with some organization whose name is similar to the American Automobile Association. Usually their emblems are gotten up with the purpose of copying the genuine A.A.A. emblems as closely as possible. Many times, literature of the A.A.A. clubs is displayed as a bait.

Every person who intimates that he is a representative of an automobile club should be investigated. Usually the statement that an investigation will be made is sufficient to send him on his way. If he is representing an organization doing a legitimate business, he a satisfactory recommendation, as it is will welcome such an investigation.

The display of printed matter is not an easy matter to secure this sort of material.

Frequently personal accident insur-

ARIZONA HIGHWAYS

The solicitors falsely represent that these policies provide automobile and other insurance features.

The Arizona Automobile Association has no connection whatever with any of the so-called motor clubs or associations operating in Arizona. Neither is it making any drive nor selling two-year memberships. The annual dues have not been changed from the original $12.00 per year. It is the only club in Arizona affiliated with the American Automobile Association and the Western Association of Motor Clubs.

When solicited by representatives of these so-called motor clubs which are operated solely for profit, don't take their promises for granted.

Investigate before you sign.

(Signed) SAM G. BAILIE, Executive Secretary.

HUNTING AND FISHING LICENSE

Fishing and Hunting License may now be obtained at our headquarters, 21 East

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids for the construction of the Mesa-Florence Jct. Hwy., Federal Aid Project No. 93-B, will be received until 2:00 P. M., June 3, 1929, and publicly opened and read at the office of the Arizona State Highway Commission at Phoenix, Arizona.

All proposals must be marked upon the outside of the envelope "State Highway Contract, Mesa-Florence Jct. Hwy., F. A. P. 93-B."

The work consists of the construction of approximately 8 miles of graded and drained roadway, involving approximately: 11,300 Cu. Yds. Road Excav. 57,000 Cu. Yds. Road Borrow 2,100 Cu. Yds. Structure Excav. 1,850 Cu. Yds. Ditches Channels 860 Cu. Yds. Concrete 48,000 Lbs. Rein. Steel 440 Lin. Ft. new C. M. P. of various sizes 90 Lin. Ft. resetting old C. M. P. various sizes.

The project begins at the MaricopaPinal County line, approximately 2 miles west of Apache Jct. and runs east and southeast to approximately 6 miles beyond Apache Jct. The project is to be completed by February 28, 1930.

All bids shall be accompanied by an unendorsed, certified or cashier's check not less than 5% of the gross amount

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Van Buren. This is simply another service for the convenience of our members and the lovers of sport.

PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

Our members are protected by personal accident insurance against loss sustained on account of auto accidents. A real accident policy goes with your membership without extra charge.

VISITORS PERMITS

Motorists from other states may secure Visitors' Permits without charge. Call at headquarters of Arizona Auto Association.

AUTO INSURANCE

Is your car insured? Your club offers you the best of insurance and makes a very desirable saving. Remember, we make the adjustments in case of accidents to your car.

According to a novelist thirty is the proper age for a woman. If she isn't proper by that time she never will be.

of the bid, payable to the State Treasurer of Arizona.

The Arizona State Highway Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Copies of the plans and specifications may be seen at the office of the State Engineer, Phoenix, Arizona, or may be obtained from the State Engineer upon the payment of Ten ($10.00) Dollars, which will be returned to the contractor should the plans and specifications be returned within ten (10) days after the opening of bids.

The bidder will be required to comply with the provisions of the specifications

Six Structures Over 20' Span

1,460 Cu. Yds. Excav. 1,450 Cu. Yds. Conc. 95,000 Lbs. Rein. Steel and contract in the bidding and the award and execution of the contract.

It is to be noted that the contractor is required to furnish all materials for a complete work.

W. W. LANE, State Highway Engineer. Phoenix, Arizona, May 15, 1929.