The Wheelmans Gazette, Vol 3, No 4
Articles in this issue
- p. 1
Pope Manufacturing Co. promotes Road Columbia machines as holders of the best world records, with the majority of long-distance tourers riding them, backed by a free illustrated catalogue.
- p. 1
The Rudge Agency at 152 Congress Street, Boston, announces the 1888 Rudge catalogue is ready and seeks new agents in unoccupied territory throughout America.
- p. 2
The Springfield Bicycle Mfg. Co. confirms their 1888 Roadster distribution through five regional wholesalers covering New York, Chicago, St. Louis, San Francisco, and Boston, with retail from 147 Washington Street.
- Lamson's Detachable Luggage Carrier — Instructions and Testimonials
C. H. Lamson of Portland, Maine provides detailed fitting instructions for his detachable luggage carrier and cites Karl Kron's enthusiastic endorsement of it as the best device of its type ever devised.
- p. 4
A classified section carries private advertisements for second-hand cycles including a Facile, Expert, Victor, Columbia Light Roadster, and American Light Champion, with exchange offers for violins and typewriters.
- p. 3
Clark Cycle Co. announces their agency for Lucas Son's King of the Road lamps and publishes a new 1888 catalogue covering New Rapid and Quadrant cycles with a complete lamp price list.
- p. 25
A. W. Gump and Co. of Dayton, Ohio urge cyclists not to buy a bicycle without first sending for their list of over 250 second-hand and shop-worn machines at bargain prices.
- Hints to Prospective Cycling Tourists in England
A brief advertisement promotes a 25-cent guide to cycling touring in England and Wales, covering the practical details from start to finish that tourists most want to know.