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The Newfrerry Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thursday, Sept. 2, 1971—PAGE 5 Ford Torino is redesigned A completely redesigned To- pinto rino and Thunderbird, featur- i n keeping with the announc ing major under-the-skin chang- ec j policy (hat Pinto would not es and increased interior room, change for several years, the highlight Ford Division’s 1972 im p into sedan is virtually product story. unchanged but offers refine- “For 1972 we will offer the ments to further owner enjoy- most attractive, best perform- men t. The only exterior diffe- ing, safest and cleanest cars rence is the rear window of the in our history,” said John Runabout model which extends Naughton, Ford vice president eight inches lower than on the and Ford Division general ma- version, improving rearward nager. “Pinto and Maverick visibility and adding a sport- should continue their growing j er appearance. appeal to small car buyers. Mus tang’s leadership in the sporty compact segment should re main firm.” “We think the Torino’s new styling and engineering advance ments will spur our interme- jRy Pinto features several inte rior improvements such as car peting as standard equipment. The seat back latches and head light dimmer switch have been relocated for easier accessibi- diate sales in 1972 while the big Ford should continue its steady climb on the sales charts,” Mr. Nuaghton said. “Thunderbird for 1972 creates a new elegance combined with an improved ride and increased Performance of the optional 2000—cc engine is upgraded and the rear springs and shock ab sorbers are modified for a bet ter ride. MAVERICK Maverick’s original style and interior seating room and lu- easy-to-repair features are re- xur y*” tained in 1972. With more than TORINO 700,000 sales to its credit, Ma- Ford Division s most changed V erick’s changes include a new offering in 1972 is the Torino, insulation package for quieter The popular intermediate fea- r j de new co i or combinations tures new dimensions, sheet metal and chassis in its great est change since it was intro duced as the 1962 Fairlane. Torino will be available in nine models and three series— and the availability of steel belt ed radial ply tires. MUSTANG Mustang, America’s first and most successful sporty compact, has refinements for 1972 that the Torino, Gran Torino and complement the major changes Gran Torino Sport Included a- made , ast year New for 1972 mong the models for 1972 are j s tde upgrading of the base car three two-door hardtops, three w hi c h includes as standard station wagons, two four-door equipment wheel covers, rac- pillared hardtops and a Sports- j n g m j rrors rocker and wheel- Roof. A unique grille will dis- ,, moldings and a deluxe t wo- tinguish the Torino from the ke steeri wheel Four en . more luxurious Gran Torino g|nes are availab , e . The Boss Mustang model is discontinued thunderbird in 1972 The 1972 Thunderbird, the di- A jj p ord Division car lines vision s other all-new car, fea- g 0 on sa j e pj-j^ay^ September tures new exterior styling and 2 4 significantly increased interior ’ room. The Thunderbird has a new front and a totally redesign ed rear suspension system call ed “Posi-Ride.” The car also will offer as standard equip ment Michelin steel belted ra dial ply tires which, when Redskins hold first scrimmage Pass defense and blocking received the full attention of coupled with the new suspen- f our coaches and the 68 sion, give Thunderbird better players at the Newberry College handling and ride than ever be- f 00 tball camp Thursday as the fore. Thunderbird is offered in In( iians went through the rigors a single two-door hardtop model. of t heir second day of practice FORD in the 1971 season. Front and rear styles are new All-American candidate Say- for the 1972 Ford. All models i or p ox 0 f Budpa Vista, Va., feature egg-crate design center and Mar k Davis of Decatur, and side grilles with a center q 3 , ma de several key inter- protection bar, and a restyled C eptions during the continual rear deck lid. The LTD series drills 0 n pass defense, has a distinctive grille and rear Two Indians who did an out- end treatment that sets it a- standing job in blocking, acord- part from the rest of the Ford j n g t 0 Coach Fred Herren, were line. 220-pound Frank Saccomen from An electrically operated sun Youngstown, Ohio, and 218- roof and an electric rear deck pound Larry Cobb from Green- lid release are offered as op- v ju ej § c. tions for the first time on the Marion Waters from Clinton, Ford line. Attractive rear bump- one 0 f the team’s three cap er guards are standard on all ta i ns> suffered the first injury LTD models except the Coun- 0 f j n f an t season; he receiv- try Squire. Front and rear ed a bad ankle sprain and will bumper gurads will be avail- sit on t h e side lines for several able on all other models Hays. One of the big jobs for Her ren and his staff is the place ment of freshmen. Twenty-se ven freshmen were on the open ing day roster so the coach ing staff will have their hands full analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of the first year students. Newberry’s Coach Fred Her ren was pleased with the Fight ing Red; kins’ first full scrim mage Friday; he was particu larly impressed with senior Do nald Garrick, the squad’s lead ing rusher in the 1970 season from Orangeburg. Top defensive players in the scrimmage were two Maryland ers, Andy Murtiff, of Rockville, and Durwood Yates, Silver Springs, and David Sanders of Spartanburg. Tommy Williamson, the out standing runner, ball handler, and passer from Thomson, Ga., was one of two punters who ex celled during the kicking ses sions. Two freshmen who attracted the attention of the coaching staff were Garry Talbert of Irmo, who was at the receiv ing end of passes, and Bruce Remillard of Miami, Fla., who along with Williamson perform ed the punting chores. The only injury after three days of practice was a bad an kle sprain sustained by captain Marion Waters of Clinton; he will be sidelined until early next week. CITY BUILDING PERMITS City building permits for the past week totalled $13,175. They are as follows: Carman Bouknight, 1111 Ma rion St., repairs; Tom Hair, 214 Drayton St., addition; Allen Livingston, 415 Floyd St., re pairs; George R. Adams, Glenn St., new dwelling; Dr. C. A. Dufford Jr., Kinard St., erect mobile home; James Masters, 2122 Harper St., repairs; and D. L. Minick, 508 Green St., repairs. James W. Byars dies in Florida James Walker Byars, 47, of Gainesville, Fla., died Monday. Native of Joanna, S. C., son of the late John E. and Hattie Byars, he was a veteran of World War II and Korean Con flict, a retired Master Sergeant with 21 years service, member of the American Legion and Methodist Church. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Ruth Byars; two daughters, Miss Kim Byars and Belinda Byars of the home; a son, James Byars Jr. of the home; three brothers, Walter E., Wil liam P., and Edgar Byars of Joanna; two sisters, Mrs. Lois Hair of Joanna and Mrs. Sybil Adair of Clinton, S. C. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Gaines ville. Burial with military ho nors was in Fort Barrancas Na tional Cemetery at Pensacola, Fla., on Friday at 10:30 a.m. Holiday Notice Mon., Sept. 6 (Labor Day) BEING A Legal Holiday The Institutions Listed Below Will Not Be Open for Business. The public is urged to take notice of this and arrange all business accordingly. Standard Savings & Loan Association Newberry Federal Savings & Loan Assn. The South Carolina National Bank w Bankers Trust of S. C. The Bank of Conunerce PROSPERITY, S. C. CHAPIN. 8. C.