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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1933
Page
6
The article surveys practical car maintenance tips including fuel line precautions, tank draining, and carburettor care. It discusses using a brush to dislodge dirt, draining the vacuum tank, and safely tying wood under drives wheels to free bogged vehicles. It also notes Malcolm Campbell and the Bluebird, plus metal crack testing and oil cleaning methods for rough machinery.
Stockholms nyheter reports on Kreuger and Toll bankruptcy liquidators suing Ivar Kreuger estate to recover assets. Article discusses spark plug misfiring due to piston fitting or cylinder wear, and notes that cylinder wear and bore accuracy affect compression. It mentions piston rings and replacement options as remedies.
The article notes the automotive sector drives steel demand worldwide. It cites about 20 million tons of finished rolled steel used in cars, trucks, motorcycles, and bikes, with 20 000 tons of steel needed for tyre rims annually. In 1952 world car and truck output was low, yet over 11 million rims were required. The industry accounts for 72 percent of alloy steel and 54 percent of malleable iron output.
February 22 report from Jenin notes the Cabinet discussed the coal shortage and resolved to support the Railway Commissioner. An important development cited is that Ni castle miners signaled they will not halt coal supplies to Western Australia.
Sydney February 2 An actuary Robert Thedley gave evidence in the case charging William Wage and Oswald Corkhill with false statements about Associated Dominions Insurance. Thedley warned a financial collapse without prompt drastic remedial measures. He cited the December 1930 balance sheet showing tangible assets and a large deficiency, and estimated liabilities at £253,742 plus bonuses valued at £607.
The text warns that idling mixture adjustments are precise and risky. If set too fine the engine may stall when releasing the accelerator pedal, offering little fuel economy but creating a dangerous dead engine at critical moments such as climbing hills or needing quick acceleration in emergencies.
A study shows worn tyres require 76 feet to stop on wet asphalt at 2 mph versus 1 foot with good treads. Experts in New York found one in three tyres examined had dangerously worn treads. Australian data suggests high but uncertain wear rates. Patterned treads reduce wear and fuel use, underscoring safe driving practices.
Brisbane February 22 Government may approve the Royal Commission recommendation requiring official approval before building a new butter factory The Minister for Agriculture J W Bulcock cited Gympie Local Producers Association motion for approval after impartial investigation chaired by the Director of Dairying He supports the idea though his view aligns with it Tassairy machinery regulation also discussed
Brisbane February 22 The Minister for Agriculture announced the Government will back the State Wheat Board to the extent of £10600 for seed wheat for needy growers. The arrangement ties to the board selling the crop at the Government price of tb a bushel and uses up to £30,000 from the state's powers to aid relief efforts.
The Minister for Agriculture Mr F W Bulcock announced today a wide scope for coordinating pest destruction. He said an officers report on the question is being prepared and noted efforts to seek cooperation with the Derivative of Aureate and other departments.
Reports from Miami on February 21 say Mayor Cermak’s doctors believe the critical phase has passed. The wound showed seepage of blood but doctors remain hopeful and state a recovery is fairly likely.
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