Right of Way Moralized by National Safety Council
C B Aucl President of the National Safety Council argues the right of way is a moral issue. He condemns dangerous egoist drivers who endanger pedestrians and urges stricter motorist examinations, noting some eastern states already require mental and physical tests for drivers. He emphasizes courtesy and sound judgment as essential to safe driving.
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C. B. Auel
National Safety Council
United States
Hose Connections Should Be Tight on Radiators
Advice on preventing radiator leaks by tightening hoses and clamps. When clamps fail to turn, insert tape between hose and clamp. Ensure radiator is firmly fastened to the frame and that the rod to the dash has no play. Maintain tight nuts and secure mounting to avoid hose loosening and radiator damage.
Cam Slipping May Cause Engine Overheating
The article explains that a slipped cam on the distributor shaft due to a worn key causes late spark and engine overheating. It notes the difficulty for drivers to detect the subtle timing issue, advises checking for loss of pep, and recommends consulting a mechanic if forward timing adjustments do not fix the problem. It highlights 7800 sparks per minute and cautions about radiator temperature.
Inventions of Loughlin Detailing Removable Vehicle Radiator Sections
The Scientific American describes L. Loughlin’s radiator for motor vehicles. The design uses multiple removable sections so a single section can be detached for repair without disabling the entire radiator. Located in Jersey City New Jersey.
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Scientific American
L. Loughlin
Jersey City
N. J
Simple Rules to Prevent Cord Troubles
Fully 75 percent of repairs on cord plug appliances can be avoided by simple rules. Turn off current at the outlet. Detach the plug by the body, then connect or screw in the parts. When disconnecting, pull the connector by its body and turn off power. This protects the socket and reduces bills.
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Popular Mechanics
Woodchucks Easy to Exterminate on Farms
M D Pirnie of the New York State College of Agriculture at Ithaca says woodchucks are widespread on New York farms and fight crops with abundant food but few natural enemies. He outlines safe eradication methods using carbon bisulphide or calcium cyanide, warns of hazards, and urges cooperative cleanups and demonstrations.
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New York
M. D. Pirnie
New York State College of Agriculture
Ithaca
Mr. Pirnie
Pirnie
Ice House Vital for Dairy Farms in Milk Production
The New Jersey College of Agriculture advises every dairy farm to have an ice house if natural ice can be harvested. Building in early winter is best. Allow space for at least 144 tons of ice per cow. Ensure water purity and clear old ponds before use.
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Department of Dairy Husbandry
New Jersey College of Agriculture
New Brunswick
Stable manure boosts garden growth and soil health
Stable manure provides plant food humus and beneficial bacteria. It is rich in nitrogen and potash and can be enhanced with 50 pounds of acid phosphate per ton. A ton or two benefits a 30 by 60 foot plot, with compost and green manures boosting results.
Farmers Have Own Nitrogen Factories
Prof. E L Worthen of the New York State College of Agriculture argues that farms can produce nitrogen through clover and legumes and by efficient use of farm manure. He advises a farm fertilizer factory approach using catch crops and green manures to cut costs and reduce external fertilizer needs.
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New York
Muscle Shoals
E L. Worthen
New York State College of Agriculture
Ithaca
Worthen
Fattening Turkeys for the Thanksgiving Trade
Fattening turkeys are kept from full range until midmorning then allowed to roam to roosts in the afternoon. Hens are prepared first for Thanksgiving sales by increasing corn in their ration, while toms require more feed and time, so Christmas demand is met with longer fattening for toms.
Right Time to Destroy Weeds Is on Sunny Day
State college gardeners urge immediate weed destruction on sunny days to prevent seeding. They warn weeds produce from dozens to thousands of seeds, with the majority toward the high end, and suggest burning dead weeds if needed to prevent future growth.
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George W. Weed
State College
Preventive Farm Practices From an Old Almanac
Guidance on crop protection includes copper carbonate to prevent smut in seed wheat and copper dust for smut control. It warns against spoiled grain and decomposed animals as poultry losses drivers and notes rats as a major chicken killer. It also stresses not forcing alfalfa stands to thicken and promotes corn silage with soybeans as a strong feeding crop.
Free booklet offer on bread baking techniques
Reader appeal announces a complimentary booklet titled The Art of Baking Bread. Prospective bakers can request the guide to learn slicing, kneading, and oven timing. No purchase required.
Wax source of phonograph records spread across Brazil
Carnauba wax used in manufacturing phonograph records originates from Bahia and several other Brazilian states, highlighting the material’s regional production spread.
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Carnauba
Bahia
Brazil
Will Rebuild Temple in Sicily After Earthquake Collapse
The Italian government plans to rebuild the ancient Greek temple of De meter Selimus in Sicily following its collapse in an earthquake. The project aims to restore the historic site and preserve regional heritage.
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Demeter Selimus
Sicily
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