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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1929
Page
4
The piece warns against cheap pumps and improper inflation as risky for cars. It argues a costlier pump better serves the vehicle by reducing engine strain and potential damage such as water entering the carburetor or cracked cylinder castings.
The article warns that water in the petrol line damages the carburettor and describes locating leaks by disconnecting the needle-valve. It advises carrying a coil of wire and wood for a makeshift broken spring repair, rope wrapped around a wheel for tire chains, and spare oil, headlamps, sparking plugs, nuts, and washers for a touring outfit.
An old magazine note extols the speedometer as both stylish and practical with trip and mileage records. It urges regular checks of oil and fuel, tyre wear, and cleaning. It also lists inexpensive emergency gear like a spare axle rope and a rope for unforeseen road obstacles.
The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland aims to improve truck and vehicle vision with a committee proposing a tentative fixture list for this year. A Railwill visit and an Easter tour are among planned actions to decide on alterations.
InQUIZien invited as the RA CQ listings enlarge reach. Over recent months many country Sereneen are listed with the RA connection, extending its scope for members traveling by road. Additional hotels have been listed in multiple countryside areas to aid members.
The article notes Chicago's Lake Shore Drive hosts eight to twelve fast moving lines at speeds over 45 mph during peak times. It credits a robust traffic light system and rapid motorcycle police, plus wide north–south arteries and long turning approaches, comparing favorably to slower New York traffic.
The October wind sped to 91 mph at Holyhead Wales with a UK record 96 mph logged in October 1927 at Southport.
Kuranda bachelors formed a strong committee to stage a memorable ball on March 23 despite heavy rains. Visitors from Gordonvale and Tableland joined locals as arrangements proceeded with MCs A Green and W Carruthers and Miss Myra Murrane providing music. The event featured dances and speeches including an address by Mr Jam Kenny praising Kuranda on the Woothakata Shire Council.
A rural meeting discussed including a Baby Show in next year’s schedule due to time constraints. Donations arrived from Swallow and Ariel, Goldenia Tea Company, Morrows, Plumidges, Brunton, and others for decorated cakes, tea, sweets, and labour costs. Cronin offered to judge the horse section and Malanda Brass Band was hired for £10 8s with meals.
A brief survey highlights that Britain hosts about 450 mistletoe varieties. It mentions the common toadlike growth with colored berries and hints at regional distribution.
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