01 Nov 1928
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1928
Page
1
Reports from owners of receivers using AC tubes 226 and 227 show largely satisfactory service but some complaints of short tube life and costly replacements. Investigation attributes failures to excessive voltage from household supply and recommends voltage regulation or ballast to protect tubes.
A fragmented item discusses avoiding grade crossings, brake tests on others’ cars, and safety campaigns. It notes the rising success of certain windshield designs and urges regular oil filter servicing to prevent oil contaminants from clogging the system after long drives.
The C battery is used to prevent thaw of grid current with no discharge. Its useful life equals its shelf life, meaning it declines even when not used. Shelf life depends on cell size, so high voltage batteries for power tubes require more frequent replacement than those for RF amplifiers.
Ford Henderson a farmer flying near St Joe Ark reportedly established a 42 hour uninterrupted listening vigil. He kept dials to a minimum to hear talking and orchestral programs, but near the end the music and speech became indistinct and he had to shut off.
Coleman and Ghipiith describe how coaches act as psychologists, guiding players beyond tactics. Illinois University created a lab to study mental alertness memory sleep, nervousness, and learning in athletes, using experiments from baseball batting to sleep records, shaping a pioneering course in psychology and athletics.
Charles M. Boyes of the Chicago Motor Club argues motorists waste energy in traffic. He cites driving errors such as approaching curves at high speed, braking hard, and unnecessary braking on descents, noting many small habits can conserve energy and extend the car’s life.
Stanford's baseball squad finished a rugged tour in Australia winning ten of seven games overall, while other notes report top golfers striking luck in Nevada sand traps and local tennis and track events shaping the season.
Johnson signed a three year contract to pilot the Washington American league club. No information was given on salary terms. Johnson said he was glad to return to Washington where he spent 21 years as a pitcher.
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