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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1919
Page
6
William Fulton Melhuish, president of a motor truck concern, says motor trucks will solve the farmer’s distribution problem. He cites a case of a farmer 17 miles from a city and 10 miles from rail, who built a fleet of three trucks and increased earnings to $5,000, while his neighbors prospered.
An ordinary hook-end spiral spring of medium tension is used to hold the starting crank of an automobile to prevent rattling and wear. A 4 to 6 inch coil spring, mounted to a frame bolt, keeps the crank rigid with ends bent to fit the bolt and crank. A few drops of oil keep it lubricated.
Do not fit a larger key to a worn shaft keyway as metal removal weakens the shaft. Welding can fill the old slot and a new keyway can be cut to restore fit.
The vent in the radiator filling cap can overflow and choke with sediment causing steam buildup and pressure to force an outlet at the weakest point. Proper vent care fixes the leak. Incorrect mounting can make a wheel appear to wobble even if the tire runs true.
Dragging brakes generate notable heat after a run. The outside of the bands feels unusually warm, signaling the system state and potential binding or drag issues.
A tire dealer urges careful use of inner tubes to maximize mileage. He warns that porosity and small cracks indicate wear, while overcured patches or improper vulcanization cause failures. Proper fitting and avoidance of heat buildup prevent tearing and pinch failures for longer tube life.
An effective rust prevention method coats tools with a mixture of vaseline and gum camphor melted slowly. Apply the cooled coating to tools using a soft rag to protect metal surfaces.
Senator Williams argues the United States seeks universal peace through the end of all wars and a strong League of Nations. He urges continued American financial and moral dedication to rebuild postwar order, protect vulnerable groups, and prevent a relapse into global conflict.
A Birmingham Age-Herald quote records a reception committee chair praising the city as progressive. The dialogue highlights updated street flushers, fast garbage trucks, stout police, and loud fire apparatus, emphasizing municipal pride.
A father tests Jimmie on grammar while the boy, James, explains pronouns as words that stand for other words. He suggests examples with humorous slurs and shows a simple family exchange about language. An ad follows for Red Cross Bag Blue detergent claiming gentle whitening for baby clothes.
Miss Kawstick notes Cholly eats little fish. He replies that fish are brain food, sparking a playful exchange about meals and wisdom.
A short Indianapolis News item notes ten year old Jimmy, unpopular with his family, times days by marbles and uses soap sparingly. One morning he is found gazing into his mother's hand mirror while his father asks what he is washing.
A terse sketch notes Jones as an accident insurance agent who exploits automobiles as dangerous, implying a self serving grasp of risk. Limited readable context suggests blame on his methods and motives.
A brief dialogue showcases tension as a speaker brands another as “a man after my own heart” while a second rebuts calling that remark not a strong recommendation. The exchange hints at opinions on character and trust without further context.
The speaker argues for railway unscrambling amid counterpoints about optimism and pessimism. He cites belief in railways and contrasts negative outlooks with hopeful public interest while referencing a preacher and a joke about Curtis. The excerpt captures a political debate style from a historical press item.
A wry joke about hotel dining contrasts with a remark that mental breakdown signals trouble at headquarters. The line hints at a military mindset where sanity is tied to command and order.
Kidney disease endangers many and stems from blood filtration issues. The ad urges GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules to stimulate kidneys and relieve infection, claiming rapid improvement within a day and long term protection with daily use. It promises money back if not helpful.
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