McKean County Democrat
Thursday October 3, 1946
Thomas Chevrolet Agency is Proud of its Product
With new car deliveries failing to meet a demand
that has accumulated over a period of five years, millions of Chevrolet
owners throughout the United States are proud of vehicles that have seen
years and tens of thousands of miles of service. These Chevrolet owners
are offered in evidence that is General Motor’s product is both
dependable in performance and economical in operation. Exclusive agency
in the Smethport area for one of the finest automobiles in the low priced
field, the Thomas Chevrolet Garage, located at the corner of Main and
Nelson streets, is proud of the fact that it has delivered thousands of
Chevrolets to an equal number of owners within the past 11 years. Owned
by R. O. Thomas a native of East Smethport, the garage offers a complete
repair service on all makes of cars. The finest of Lubrication, done by
experts, is also available at the Thomas Chevrolet. Moderate prices prevail
at all times, while a friendly courtesy, born out of respect for the customer,
is an integral parts of the service extended by the owner. If you are
interested in the purchase of a new Chevrolet, consult Thomas Chevrolet.
Although they have a large backlog of orders they will gladly put your
present car in smooth operation shape until that time when delivery of
a new vehicle can be made. It will be worth your while to take advantage
of the expert mechanical service available at Thomas Chevrolet. Mr. Thomas,
better known as “Jake” to his large circle of friends and
customers, assumed ownership of the garage in 1935. The property was purchased
from Fay and McKeirnan, two other well-known residents of this section.
The building one of the most modern garages in McKean County, was built
in 1929, and is considered to be well suited for repair work. Mr. Thomas
is no amateur in the garage business, as it might be said that he has
been associated with this type of work from the time of the beginning
of his adult life some thirty years ago. He began his career in the automobile
business in New York City in 1914. The entry of the United States into
World War I in 1917 found “Jake” one of the first to enlist
in the service of his country. He served honorably in the United States
Navy for the duration of the conflict. After leaving the Navy Mr. Thomas
returned to this section. For a time he and his brother-in-law, A. M.
“Tony” Anderson, operated the Anderson and Thomas Garage in
East Smethport. Later he went to work for Fay and McKeirnan and continued
working of that firm until he purchases their interests in 1935. Unlike
many other garage owners, “Jake” takes an active part in the
repairing of vehicles, which come into the shop. Three well-known area
men assist Mr. Thomas in his large-scale repair and lubrication business.
They are his son, Donald: William Cooper and William Thomas. Donald, like
the “old man” before him, choose the Navy for his branch of
service, when World War II came about Don was in on a good share of the
shelling that took place before and during the African invasion. The next
time your car needs attention, why not try that master doctor of auto
mechanics, Thomas Chevrolet. The work will be done promptly, by experts
at a price with in the range of your pocketbook. Thomas will keep that
old car on the road until delivery of a new one can be made. Take advantage
of this timely service, today.
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