Motoring Q&A From The Constitu tion Readers’ Car Care Tips
An assembled set of inquiries and expert replies covers feather washer lubrication, water jacket cleaners, valve clearance, cooling on hills, carburetor and ignition issues, and practical notes on battery lighting and priming devices. Experts advise neatsfoot oil or castor oil on leather washers, reckon overheating due to cooling or carburetion, specify tappet clearance, and caution on denatured alcohol use and ignition timing.
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James Kevin
Henry F. Stewart
Oary
Fragmented note on magneto ignition and fuel mixture
The text questions whether a poor acetylene gasoline mix could cause two sparks in the safety gap of a magneto or if only a single cause exists. It references devices designed to prime cylinders with acetylene gas and mentions acetylene gas priming and secondary current factors.
Mechanic Notes On Magneto Safety Gap Effect
An archival line explains that a flawed carburetor causes no spark because the safety gap in the magneto completes the circuit. When the secondary circuit is incomplete the safety gap triggers a spark reading, illustrating the circuit’s completion through this device.
Goodrich Tires Stand Out In Cars Attracting Wide Adoption
Goodrich Tires are praised for lasting durability and broad service, backed by forty three years of rubber experience. The ad touts unit molding and uniform wear, urging readers to specify Goodrich tires for any car and to use Goodrich service stations and free literature on tour planning and tire care.
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Goodrich
Goodrich Service
Goodrich Tire
Goodrich Tires
Fragmentary report on safety device test and arming path
A clipped wire warning discusses a high tension scenario and the safety gap guiding energy away from the armeture winding. It notes no harm occurs when the safety device functions, implying danger if the device fails.
Motor carburetor and knock queries in automotive column
A motorist asks if a magneto adjustment or newer carburetor affects knocking and fuel use. The expert suggests retarding the magneto may help, cites improved combustion with a new carburetor, and notes carbon buildup or lubrication checks as possible causes. recommends cylinder cleaning if carboned, and checking oil level and gasoline quality.
Women as White Wings aide Philadelphia cleanup effort
The Philadelphia public works director Mr Cooke plans to appoint women inspectors of street cleaning to raise efficiency and dirt detection. He cites practical demonstrations by a private inspector employed during his term, noting she is unpaid by the city and funded privately.
Parlor Fever Among Poor Houses Draws Sharp British View
A British medical officer condemns the strong urge for parlor rooms in poor tenements. He notes many homes have cramped overtawed bedrooms while the largest room is kept for a parlor. He concedes the impulse reflects social amenities and perceived civility, though called from a medical lens.
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Springfield Republican
History of Auto Autos divided into eras
Historian M J Labatts outlines eras in automobile history by defining shifts from power to reliability to sturdiness to lightness and luxury. He argues modern cars combine these lessons, with buyers evaluating value by concrete features rather than claims, and choosing cars that deliver long, smooth service at fair prices.
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M. ‘J. Labatts
Cole Motor Cars
Wieer
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