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Volume 58, Issue 3 Volume 58, Issue 3 June-July, 2016 Rock Rolls Again! By Julie Palmer Like James Fennimore Cooper's novel, Crosley and Muntz did not survive in the "The Last of the Mohicans", Rock is a aggressive 1950's market. survivor, and one of the Last of the Kenoshans. From 1955 and ending in 1957, Hudsons were manufactured at the Nash plant in Kenosha, After WWII, Hudson along with most of the Wisconsin. other independent motor companies, struggled to maintain their market share No different from today, the automotive among the big three: Ford, GM, and industry relies on performance, styling, price Chrysler. Together the big three and comfort to attract new car buyers. accounted for over 70% of the market. As a result, there were several mergers in an The 1955 Hudson Hornet was a radical attempt to keep the companies viable. In change from years past. The automobile was 1954 Hudson merged with Nash-Kelvinator to form the AMC (American Motors actually a hybridized Nash with different trim or Corporation) ; and Packard merged with perhaps a better term would be "Hash". A V-8 An AwardNewsletter Winning An AACA Studebaker to form the Studebaker- was offered for the first time in 1955. AMC Packard Corporation. Kaiser, Allstate, executives entered into an agreement with Gulf CoastGulf Region, Houston, Texas and the Henry J ceased production before Packard to provide an engine, but Packard did the end of the 1955 model run. DeSoto, not hold up to their end of the contract, so Volume 58, Issue 3 Volume 58, Issue AMC designed a new V8 to compete with Ford Inside this issue: and Chevy's V8 engine. The new 250 cubic inch V8 produced 190 hp, more than Ford or Birthdays and Anniversaries 3 Chevy. 6 Hudsonly, B, Wagner For the motorist that wanted a big, roomy car Secretary’s Minutes 7 that would combine a reasonably brisk performance with outstanding fuel economy, Abilene, Prettiest Town…….. 10 the Hudson and Nash would have been a good choice. In the 1956 Mobilgas Economy Run Picture Perfect 14 Volume 58, Issue 3 Continued from page 1 Visibility is great. Hudson offered the widest windshields in 1956. the Hudson and Nash has the most miles per gallon of any other car in their class. The Olds 88 beat I inherited Rock from my father, Breck Wagner. Because I them out in ton miles, which was the basis on which was very busy at Texas A&M when he found the car, I the event was scored. The Hornet came in at a don't remember its exact history. Somewhere, in the back scoring of 20.49 and the Olds scored 19.70 of my mind, I seem to recall that he got it from someone in Montana. The car is completely original. Dad did a lot “Rock” is a 1956 Hudson Hornet Custom. For the of mechanical work on it, and it was seen at several na- 1956 model year, AMC executives decided to give tional Hudson meets, a couple of Texas tours and a cou- the Hornet more character and the design for the ple of CavOilCades. After Dad's death in 2004, Rock was vehicles was given over to designer Richard Arbib, garaged at the family farm among the rest of his cars, just who provided the Hornet and Wasp with one of the as he had left it. In February of 2016, I obtained the title more distinctive looks in 1950s which he called to the car from my mother. I give all my cars names. So, "V-Line Styling". Taking the traditional Hudson my husband Bill christened the car "Rock." triangle, Arbib applied its "V" form in every conceivable manner across the interior and exterior of the car. Combined with tri-tone paint combina- Rock has been in "hibernation" for the past 12+ years. I tions, the Hudson's look was unique and immedi- am grateful that we could rescue him and with the help of ately noticeable. Richard Arbib was a prominent Sean and Tanya Ornduff have restored the car to its ear- stylist in the 1950's. He created futuristic designs for lier glory. I know that my father is thrilled to see him on Henney-Packard, Nash, GM, Cadillac on the auto- the road again. mobile side, and also designed vacuum cleaners, the famous Hamilton ventura electric watch, Century boats, clocks and radios. His Hamilton watch de- signs were worn by the likes of Elvis Pressley and Rod Sterling. The price of the car was competitive with the Desoto Firedome, Mercury Monterey and the Oldsmobile Super 88, and started at or about $2390.00 base. There were many options offered including: air conditioning, back up lights, power steering, power windows, clocks, reclining seats, etc. Comfort wise, Rock is a great car to take on a road trip. The seats are cozy, and with a flick of a handle fold flat to convert into a double bed. The seats were the widest offered in 1956-over 4 inches wider than that year's Mercury. This is the car that you wouldn't let your daughter ride in on a date! Road noise is negligible, and with the overdrive engaged engine noise is muffled. Page 2 Volume 58, Issue 3 JUNE ANNIVERSARIES From The President Ron & Sally McMillan 6/11 (22!!) Javis Boudreaux Ryan & Amanda Levermann 6/12 (11!) * Ferrell & Norma Moore 6/18 (61!!!!) Jerry & Dot McCurry 6/22 (20!!) It looks like summer is approaching FAST! Average: 28.5 As a reminder to our members, we want to be on the lookout for club event locations or activities. If you come up with any * NEW suggestions that would be a possible fit, please send me the information and we will investigate together as to how we can JUNE BIRTHDAYS best use the location for a Saturday travel destination or field Chuck Crane 6/1 trip for our old cars! Speaking of that, we actually have a great Donna Sanford 6/4 opportunity to put some smiles on some elders’ faces at Trinity Amanda Levermann 6/5 Oaks Senior Living Center in Pearland, TX. More detailed John Sweney 6/13 information including contact information is elsewhere in this Joan Eyssen 6/18 Carrie Huber 6/18 newsletter. The Club has been asked to provide a few cars from Sandra Johnston 6/21 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. on June 11, 2016. I strongly encourage you Barbara J. Wahlberg 6/21 to give this some serious consideration. I personally feel it Robert Wheeless 6/26 would be a loving way to honor some seniors who may no longer have any family. Having just lost my Mom and her sister JULY ANNIVERSARIES within a week of each other surely brings that point home. Chris & Jamie Baccaro 7/2 (14!) In regard to the “Pate Swap Meet,” our only annual fundraiser th th Steve & Dee Wanderman 7/4 (41!!!!) was held April 28 through May 1 this year. AGAIN it was a Barney & Louise Calvert 7/5 (64!!!!) smashing success for the Gulf Coast Chapter of the AACA. I want J.T. & Betty Gorrell 7/11 (29!!) to encourage all to attend and experience the event. If you are Larry & Carrie Huber 7/12 only able to attend just for the day, it is still very doable. Jerry Bill & Nancy Womack 7/14 (28!!) and Dot McCurry came up for the day and worked a gate shift Danny & Sherri Kurtz 7/17 Charlie & Jerria Worthen 7/19 (32!!!) for the club. They purchased a few items for their multiple cars; Timothy & Joan Eyssen 7/22 then returned home to attend a grand daughter’s wedding shower!! That’s a dedicated car couple enjoying the full AVERAGE: 34.6 (with year listed) experience of PATE!! Sam tells me that the sales of the spots at Pate for 2017 has already started and are selling fast, so get JULY BIRTHDAYS your rooms locked down now to assure a bedroom if you plan to Elaine Bullard 7/7 stay more than one day!! Do venture out to enjoy the weather, Ron Sanford 7/8 people and fellowship and fun stuff for us. Alton Hues 7/11 Parnecia Framme-Gough 7/17 Don’t forget we are in the process of updating our website Ferrell Moore 7/18 Ellen Ericksen 7/24 www.gccaaca.org. We are looking for photos to put up on the Nell Willis 7/27 web site so send to Evelyn when you get a chance and we are Cheryl Malpass 7/29 also looking for cover cars for the newsletter. Put something Bonnie Peterson 7/30 together on your recent purchase(s) and let the club know about what you’ve been doing!! Editor’s Note: If you do not see your See you at the next meeting June 13 at Tracy Gee!! birthday or anniversary noted on the Let’s have fun with these nice rides we own; we’re not getting correct date, or if you would like your anniversary year listed, just let me any younger . Enjoy while you can!! know. Evelyn Page 3 Volume 58, Issue 3 Secretary’s Column A.A.C.A. Gulf Coast Region General Meeting hand by a dog. I hope she wasn’t healthy - and the membership devoured 12 April, 2016 feeding it. And finally, Don Boggus is it! Ahhh… the sweet smell of success still in treatment for his cancer, but he and tacos! Javis Boudreaux called the meeting to and Mary Lou still attended the order at 7:35PM with an simple but meeting.
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