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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1928
Page
4
A garbled excerpt describes an oiling campaign on car steels with step by step trials. It mentions using a No 1 file and a tele style sequence, then editing from the first tele and applying repairs. The passage suggests a mechanical maintenance procedure with caution about durability.
A historical improvised guide describes converting bicycle spokes into control rods and using hardware store scraps to rig car components. It covers aligning spokes, threading nipples, creating rocker joints, and securing parts with improvised clamps. It also mentions carburetor adjustments and meter techniques during engine start.
Guide on repairing weak tyre spots with a lace-on boot made from a larger tyre section. Steps include cutting clincher heads, making three inch holes with a belt-lace passed through, and securing the worn area to prevent further wear and extend tyre life. Warns that inflation pressure and vulcanisation may affect the boot’s effectiveness.
Overhaul of engines using split cone valve springs faces difficulty as springs must pass through the cones. A short tubing or abex spanner, fitted to the bottom washer, aids removal. Tip the cylinder casting over on the bench and press with the spanner to free the cone assembly.
A garbled OCR passage outlines a valve stem interaction with springs and spacers. It mentions preventing spring recoil and a misread component, suggesting maintenance or failure analysis of a hydraulic or pneumatic valve system with unclear specifics.
In electrical work a quick reliable join is needed and snap fasteners from garments are proposed. The two members of the fastener are attached to wire sides. snapping them together forms a connection, and tapping apart breaks the circuit.
The Chevrolet Expedition travels from Cape Town toward Cairo along a rough route across South Africa through Johannesburg, Abram, and Moka, facing floods, washed causeways, and raging rivers. Captain Lacey guides one sedan across boulder-strewn water, while a truck detours to a ford. Enthusiasm from Port Elizabeth despatches notes hazards and progress.
Samuel Allen and Sons Ltd promotes K B Lager as a highly beneficial beverage for the summer months. The agenta highlights health benefits and seasonal appeal, aiming to attract consumers seeking refreshing options during hot weather.
An Australian explorer arriving in Melbourne on Wednesday after a 4 500 mile overland journey from Darwin to Melbourne reports a record achievement. The traveller, Birtles, completed the mediaeval like trek in a vehicle nicknamed the Bean. He faced extreme routes across Asia and Europe with few miles of road suitable for wheeled transport.
Francis Birtles, Victoria born explorer, conquers a grueling inland journey aided by improvised wheel traction and rope anchors. In Calentia and Melbaurin he receives praise from peers and calls for government recognition. He has long crossed the continent by bicycle and auto, earning fame for endurance.
Sydney May 1927 Vacuum Oil Coy Pty Ltd boosted its capital by 11 million pounds and plans a further 2.5 million pound issue, lifting paid up capital from 4.5 million to 7.5 million. Shareholders receive two free bonus shares per 25 held and uptake rights of 21 per 50 held. The firm notes 1920 payroll of 1,000 Australians now 30,000 with 400 overseas salesmen. overseas costs up 700 percent. total salaries, rents, and admin reach 2,040,000 with plant value of 175,000. Bad debts 0, while losses from glass and cases totaled 125,000.
The National Bible Society of Scotland circulated 10 000 ecopies of St John s Gospel in Latvia in the early months of this year and plans to print another 10 000. Other regions mentioned include Carniola Madeira and Nepal as places receiving scriptures. The passage highlights the spread of the everlasting gospel to far reaches of the earth.
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