Modern brakes tested with new machines warn drivers
The article urges car owners to seek brake testing on four wheel machines at authorized service stations. It argues that stopping may seem adequate yet conceal hidden wear and chronic issues. Drivers should regularly inspect drums, squeaks, and overall brake efficiency with modern testing methods.
Record game 1917 Reds Cubs pitchers no hitter duel
One of the greatest senior circuit games occurred in Cincinnati on May 2, 1917. Fred Toney of the Reds and Jim Vaughn of the Cubs pitched ten scoreless innings with no hits, ending when Cincinnati won in the bottom of the tenth. It stands as a modern major league record of consecutive hitless innings by both starters.
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Automotive Quiz Q A Battery Heat and Car Parts
Q what causes storage battery overheating Not enough water or charging too fast. Q why ground valves Saves gas by preventing loss of compression. Q cause of hard starting worn out plugs or improper gap. Plug gap .018 to .022 inch breaker points .015 to .020 inch. Q percent of consumption by auto industry Rubber 85 per cent plate glass 74 leather 60 nickel 28 gasoline 80 rolled steel 18. Q increase in car registration for first quarter 1929 vs 1928 1 500 000.
Pat Crawford Emerges Pinch Hit Hero for Giants
Pat Crawford of Sumter South Carolina known as the Gamecock City shines in his first major league season with the New York Giants. In 26 games he earns 8 hits 7 runs 14 RBIs and belts 3 home runs including bases loaded shots. He ties the all time pinch hit record for homers and joins a short list of great pinch hitters with bases loaded shots.
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Pat) Crawford
New York Giants
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Pat
Davidson College
Giants
Ham Hyatt
Pittsburgh
Ray Caldwell
Highlanders
Yankees
Elmer Smith
Army develops cigar box sized radio for aircraft
The United States army signal corps announces a compact radio receiving set for aircraft about the size of a cigar box. This portable device aims to improve in-flight communications and navigation.
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United States Army Signal Corps
Man o' War Bronze Planned at Churchill Downs
Gov. Flem D. Sampson disclosed plans to sculpt a life size bronze of Man o' War after letters with Frank C. Reilly. Reilly obtained consent from owner Samuel D. Riddle and horse trainer Elizabeth Daingerfield to model the horse with sculptor F. G. Roth, to be cast by Bertelli for display at Churchill Downs at an estimated $7 600.
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Samuel D. Riddle
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Crowley to Retain Casteel and Wilson on MSU Staff
Michigan State head coach Jim Crowley announces he will keep Miles Casteel and Hugh Wilson on his football staff for next season. The move follows his succession of Kipke as MSU head coach and awaits approval from the state board of agriculture.
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Four Horsemen
Notre Dame
Miles Casteel
Hugh Wilson
Michigan State
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State
Arry Kipke
University of Michigan
State Board of Agriculture
Various Sports Notes and Oddities from Early 20th Century
Baseball, golf and other sports items mix with oddities. Shortstop Johnny Bortles moves to Wheeling from Springfield. Tillie Schultz of Detroit trials for Fort Worth. Mrs May Sutton Bundy appears at Wimbledon after 24 years. Captain Webb’s channel swim noted. Hank Severeid and Dee Crandall released by Sacramento. A cyclopedic array of players, contracts, records and curiosities across leagues and cities.
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Henry
Hank) Severeid
Otis
Dee) Crandall
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Longest Home Run by Ivy Carlyle in Coast League
Ivy Carlyle, left fielder for the Oakland Oaks in the Pacific Coast League, hit what is reported as the longest baseball home run on record, traveling 616 feet against the San Francisco Missions. Carlyle previously played for the New York Yankees and the BostonAmericana.
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Oakland Oaks
San Francisco Missions
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New York Yankees
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Rebuilding the Temple Lesson Based on Ezra and Psalms
Lesson for August 25 highlights rebuilding God’s house led by Joshua Zerubbabel and priests. An altar was set for sacrifices as ruins were cleared, with joy and tears over the new foundation. Opposition by Samaritans delayed progress. temple finished under Haggai Zechariah, then psalmist’s praise.
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Zerrubabel
Moses
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Zerubbabel
Haggai
Zechariah
Keep Going Notion of Flight Sustains Hope
A motivational note asserts that continuing effort, belief, and love sustain progress like flight. It contrasts human perseverance with birds that fly, urging readers to keep going to avoid failure.
What Will the Master Say Question on Wealth and Worth
A reflective line by Dr. J. B. Shaw questions what the Master would think of a life spent in wealth or poverty. It ponders whether material status will define true value at the end.
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J. B. Shaw
Borax Aids Laundry For Fresh Safe Fabric Cleaning
A White Wash 20 Mule Team Borax makes clothes really white. It's an aid to soap a mild antiseptic and a deodorant yet safe for any fabric. Next wash day use Borax along with your favorite soap and notice the difference. Ady notes a faux pas mispronunciation.
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Ady
Mother of a Dozen Children Shares Rearing Viewpoints
A mother who has raised twelve children offers practical, no rush guidance on discipline routines and family life. Her approach emphasizes consistency, patience, and daily structure to support large families.
Phillips Milk of Magnesia Ad Campaign History
A vintage advertisement promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a sweet tasting heartburn remedy. It highlights medical endorsement and mass consumer trust, noting the Phillips name as the genuine trademark since 1875 and urging readers to use the product after heavy meals to avoid indigestion.
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Phillips
U. S
Charles H. Phillips Chemical Co
Charles H. Phillips
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