Ford Times, February, 1917

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Artifact Overview

Ford Times was a widely distributed free publication created by the Ford Motor Company. Early issues targeted dealers. Later, editors expanded the magazine's content to cultivate loyalty among Ford owners and attract new customers. Travel articles, testimonials and mechanical advice appeared alongside sales content. Issues usually had colorful cover illustrations and numerous images of Ford automobiles and new Ford products.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Magazine (Periodical)

Date Made

February 1917

Subject Date

1917

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

45.24.3

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 9 in.
Width: 6 in.

Inscriptions

On front cover: Ford Times / February 1917
Ford Times, February, 1917