Autoists Blind to All Dangers At Railroad Crossings
Chicago Safety council led a crossing safety drive with posters and a pamphlet urging motorists to look for trains. The program, tied to the American Railway Association, runs through September 30 and aims to cut Chicago crossing accidents to match national rates.
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Steam Transportation Committee
Chicago Safety Council
American Raitlway Association
Chicago Daily News
United States
Canada
Safety Council
Chicago
William Otter
The
Repairing a Gasoline Feed Line with Tape and Wire
A temporary repair method is described for a broken gasoline feed line. Shut off the gasoline at the tank. Wrap tape around the break and about two inches on each side. Wind a tight layer of fine copper or wire over the tape, then cover with more tape. Add a few turns of wire to prevent unwrapping.
Cleaning screens in oil lubricating systems
A mesh of fine screening should be frequently inspected to remove metal particles and sediment. If not cleansed regularly, foreign matter can impede lubricant flow, causing starved bearings or a flooded crankcase.
Skid Handling Tips For Drivers In Wet Pavements
The article urges not to brake during a rear wheel skid but to coast and steer into the skid. It advises slow, progressive braking only if stopping is necessary to avoid a collision. Emphasizes careful driving to prevent skids on wet pavements.
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Wheeler Syndicate, Inc
Removal of Broken Front Spring Leaf
G. A. Luers from Washington, D C describes a method to lift and replace a broken front spring leaf in light automobiles. Two jacks with bases on the axles provide a clear working space and allow alignment when the center bolt does not align with the frame slot. The technique applies to rear axles with greater lift required for larger rear spring deflection.
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G. A. Luers
Washington, D. C
Popular Mechanics Magazine
Evolution of Style Highlights Long Coat Trends This Season
A fashion writer notes long coats with flowing lines replacing capes, in Moroccan crepe and silk, with gray crepe lining and graceful collar design. Bead trims shift to larger, story-telling beads. draped sleeves and skirt lengths emphasize graceful, flowing lines across a season of elegance.
Water Leaks Into Engine Cylinders Cited as Cause
Cooling water leaks into the engine cylinders may indicate a cracked cylinder wall or a poorly fitting plug between cylinder holes and the water jacket in some engines.
Stringing Cotter Pins for Easy Size Selection
Cotter pins of assorted sizes can be kept by stringing them through eyes onto a string. This method makes it easy to pick the correct size when needed and tidies the pins for quick access.
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Colgate
Shimere
Bou
Uef Pain Cot
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Radio Publishing Corporation Dept
Madison Ave
New York City
Iowa
Daodruff
Hessig-Ellis
Draggista
Memphis
Tenn
Des Moines
Chevrolet
B. Flint
Mich
Standard Instrument Board
Chevrolet Motor Company
Detroit, Michigan
General Motors Corporation
Pathfinder
Dan Nee
San Francisco
American Automobile Association
Nee
Washington
New York Times
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