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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1928
Page
4
The article guides inspection of a motor not in the horn proper, checking exterior wiring and the operating button, then moving to the Het Heel. It covers cleaning a dirty armature, facing brushes, and addressing mica spacers in the commutator. It notes upkeep needs and cautions about lubrication with small motor types requiring careful oiling.
A vintage motoring piece argues that reducing petrol use by altering carburation harms engine performance and may raise valve wear. It urges maintaining original carb settings, cleaning plugs, and proper timing. It stresses springs and shock absorbers for tyre wear and ride quality, and recommends proper lubrication and suspension checks.
Major EH Segrave plans to reclaim the world speed record in a purpose built car and to set a motor boat mark with a hydroplane craft. The car uses a Napier Lion engine, aims over 200 mph, and mirrors Campbell’s power unit design. Segrave acknowledges danger but pursues innovation and record ambitions.
A damaged line indicates a bid for a project with a firm belief in its success. The text references confidence in the engineering work and implies acceptance by a party, though details are unclear.
London correspondent reports Bean Cars of Tipton unveils a Hadfield named 14/45 sports model. The steel frame, 75 mph performance, safety gear, steel wire wheels, and leather upholstered bodies highlight a distinctive, high quality design from Shetfield steel heritage.
Automobile engineers in 1928 credit women with advancing car safety and ease of use. New dash mounted starters dash visible motometer oil and fuel indicators and easily operated window regulators and door handles reflect higher finish standards. The era notes women’s influence on comfort and practical features in moderate priced cars.
Herberton Shire Council convened on Sept 20 to discuss future timing for hiring an engineer, honor an office boy with £5 during the clerk's absence, accept Mr Streilow’s resignation and appoint Mr A Owens, and consider holidays. It addressed water shortages, proposed meters for commercial premises, maintenance funding for Watsonville road, and top dressing material protests on Ravenshoe road.
Readable text notes Rerger's Paint described as the best paint and lists Samuel Allen and Sons Ltd as agents. The fragment suggests a banner-style trade notice or advertisement from a local paper highlighting product quality and distribution.
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