30 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1928
Page
1
The column notes how cars should be kept clean to avoid looking worn. A Massachusetts man was arrested for driving eleven years without a license. Do not follow too closely when crossing railroad tracks as the car behind may be late to react to an approaching train.
In College Humor, O McGeehan argues sportsmanship is a myth after decades observing sports. He cites football as lacking chivalry and notes coaches pushing injured players to stay in, while universities sever athletic ties over football results.
Chicago White Sox rookie Buck Redfern admits the major leagues are harder than the Southern and Texas leagues. He states he could dominate down there but finds the big city game more challenging and shows little interest in the big town.
The Prince of Wales revealed he once aspired to be an amateur boxer but was defeated several times and discouraged. He said he started fighting too early, explaining his decision to stay a prince rather than a pugilist at a Boy Scouts rally.
Some tubes and receivers are prone to vibration and air movement from speakers causing a loud howl. The detector tube is often at fault. Replacing the detector tube or using cups can reduce microphonic noise. Adjusting the detector rheostat and using cushions can also improve performance.
A historical overview explains detonation in internal combustion engines. It describes vaporized gasoline, compression, and the spark causing explosions. Engineers, cooperating with a corporation, designed combustion chambers to achieve high compression without detonation, using a stepped chamber roof and curved sides to control burning gas expansion.
A collection of short sports notes spans decathlon quirks, a pitcher earning a place with dual golf clubs, Yankee prospects, a Kansas City baseball record, and the sale of Arthur Reinhely to Cleveland. Also mentions boxing, marathon veteran Clarence De Mar, and various boxing and boxing commission remarks with colorful, non-graphic asides.
Black enamel is often used to coat brass radio parts. A chemical method yields a dark blue navy hue by cleaning parts with lye, forming a copper sulfate precipitate, treating with strong ammonia, heating, and dipping the items until the desired color appears. Brags screw heads and washers will look better than nickel plated.
If the car skids or swerves on wet pavement with the steering straight, alignment may be off. Check with better methods or precise devices, considering wear on bushings and steering links. Test over rough road then smooth, wet pavement, ensure no brake dragging.
A New York City survey on radio purchases shows women outnumber men among buyers across twelve store types. In department stores, 82 percent of radio receiver purchases were made by women, highlighting gender-based selling strategies for retailers.
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