Keeps U S Day Says Sociologist
In a recent discussion on the drink problem Dr Rudolph M Butler of New York University argues that light wines and beers raise accidents and impaired motorists. He compares drivers to locomotive engineers and warns that more cars and a high powered traffic future demand stricter prohibition and enforcement.
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Rudolph M. Butler
New York University
United States
Binder
Hawaii
Wedlstead
xJhey
Saany
Pedestrian Safety on Rural Highways Lacks Sidewalks
A writer laments the absence of safe pedestrian pathways along rural routes. He notes many highways lack sidewalks or safe abutting ground, forcing walkers to cross open terrain risking collisions with passing vehicles. He urges highway engineers to require pedestrian provisions at dangerous points.
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Haghoa
Bes
Uniform Traffic Rules Urge Cooperation in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg reports Benjamin J G Exynen, state registrar, advocates state supervision of local traffic regulations. He proposes a unified traffic system with a central police force and state traffic bureaus to improve safety and enforcement. He argues current laws harass car owners and discourage ownership.
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Benjamin J G. Exynen
Pennsylvania
Eynen
Traffie Beourtas
Eynon
Alpriest
Locel
Harriesburg
Parking Drives Down Retail Trade During City Strike
A city strike that barred downtown parking boosted traffic loss for retailers. A survey of thirteen Reading stores shows $5,252 in shopper entries during a busy hour, but only $13 arrived by private car or taxi. The piece argues for state level regulatory action and license suspensions as deterrents to reckless driving.
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Parkers
York
Safety tips for garages and service stations from National Safety Council
W H Cameron warns gasoline explosions due to open flames and static sparks. Use kerosene for cleaning metal parts, keep containers in contact to prevent sparks, carry a tetrachloride extinguisher, foam extinguishers preferred over water, use sawdust and soda to fight oil fires, and keep drip pans and the chassis clean. Use vapor proof lighting and guarded extension cords to prevent shocks.
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W.H. Cameron
National Safety Council
Safety bulletins on crank handling and garage ventilation
A historical notice warns motorists to lift handles with care to avoid kickback and arm injuries when cranking engines. It advises keeping spark retarded until started and using armored cables. It reminds workers under cars to securely block wheels, avoid jack dependence, and ventilate garages to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
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National Safety Council
Many motorists fall victim to carbon monoxide
Hundreds of motorists yearly suffer carbon monoxide poisoning from engines running in closed garages. The gas is colorless and deadly, and even short exposure can cause headaches or death. Open doors or windows to ventilate before starting an engine in a garage.
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National Safety Council
Safety Notice on Gas Fumes and First Aid Procedures
Cautionary guidance warns to open air and ventilate if gas fumes are suspected in a garage. If someone is unconscious drag to fresh air, open doors and windows, and call for help. If breathing stops, perform rescue breathing and CPR if trained, and contact police or gas and electric utility for resuscitation equipment.
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Stirl
Dali
Electric Company
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