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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1925
Page
2
The article discusses tuning and maintenance for motor cars, stressing proper timing, carburetor or distributor adjustments, and the critical importance of correct spark plug gaps. It warns about overheating, radiator checks, and the need for precise bearing and gear alignment to prevent wear and noise.
A damaged OCR passage discusses priming plugs and starting engines in cold conditions. It notes reduced effectiveness of electric starters when wheels are frozen and that priming cylinders with petrol aids starting, highlighting potential penalties or costs in use and maintenance.
The text outlines debates over engine design including cylinder positioning and valve arrangements, discusses the impact on weight and balance, and cites industry figures on production capacity and alloy use. It references manufacturers, markets in the United States and Australia, and notes shifts in automotive plant output and pricing pressures.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss a broad outline of criminal classes and public debates on crime. It references Gardner custody, a prison context, and proposals to remove criminal incentives. The passage is garbled and lacks clear events or dates but highlights a taxonomy of thieves and a 5-class system.
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