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Editorial
October 16, 1956
Atlanta Daily World
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
What is this article about?
Editorial endorses House subcommittee led by Rep. Kenneth A. Roberts advocating for safer automobiles to reduce U.S. traffic accident deaths, with American Medical Association support for federal safety standards if industry fails to act.
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On Safer Automobiles
The chairman of a House subcommittee which has been investigating automobile accidents believes that the American Medical Association will support a proposal for Federal safety standards for automobiles if the automobile industry itself does not rapidly increase the safeness of new cars.
The subcommittee, headed by Representative Kenneth A. Roberts, (D-Ala.), has apparently come to the conclusion that the human error in automobile accidents cannot be reduced below a certain minimum. Instead of attempting to eliminate the human error involved in such accidents, which may be impossible, the subcommittee believes the automobile industry will have to manufacture safer automobiles.
We agree that the Roberts subcommittee is performing a long-needed job. The toll from traffic accidents in the United States must be reduced, and the only apparent hope for a major reduction lies in safer automobiles.
There are several ways in which automobiles might be made safer. They could be built to withstand rolls and shocks, and the driver could be better protected. Steering wheels, and all points of danger upon impact could be concentrated on in an effort to save lives. If necessary, we support Federal legislation, as recommended by the American Medical Association, in the construction of U. S. automobiles.
The chairman of a House subcommittee which has been investigating automobile accidents believes that the American Medical Association will support a proposal for Federal safety standards for automobiles if the automobile industry itself does not rapidly increase the safeness of new cars.
The subcommittee, headed by Representative Kenneth A. Roberts, (D-Ala.), has apparently come to the conclusion that the human error in automobile accidents cannot be reduced below a certain minimum. Instead of attempting to eliminate the human error involved in such accidents, which may be impossible, the subcommittee believes the automobile industry will have to manufacture safer automobiles.
We agree that the Roberts subcommittee is performing a long-needed job. The toll from traffic accidents in the United States must be reduced, and the only apparent hope for a major reduction lies in safer automobiles.
There are several ways in which automobiles might be made safer. They could be built to withstand rolls and shocks, and the driver could be better protected. Steering wheels, and all points of danger upon impact could be concentrated on in an effort to save lives. If necessary, we support Federal legislation, as recommended by the American Medical Association, in the construction of U. S. automobiles.
What sub-type of article is it?
Social Reform
Legal Reform
What keywords are associated?
Automobile Safety
Federal Standards
Traffic Accidents
American Medical Association
House Subcommittee
What entities or persons were involved?
House Subcommittee
Representative Kenneth A. Roberts (D Ala.)
American Medical Association
Automobile Industry
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Federal Safety Standards For Automobiles
Stance / Tone
Supportive Of Industry Action Or Federal Intervention For Safer Cars
Key Figures
House Subcommittee
Representative Kenneth A. Roberts (D Ala.)
American Medical Association
Automobile Industry
Key Arguments
Human Error In Accidents Cannot Be Reduced Below A Minimum
Automobile Industry Must Manufacture Safer Cars
Federal Legislation Supported If Industry Fails To Act
Safer Designs Include Impact Protection And Durable Builds