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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 07, 1930

Page

2

Care Of The Car Advice From Motoring Experts

Reading through a dense advisory piece on car maintenance and comfort, readers are guided to routine checks like fuel, carburettor, and cooling system, plus seating, mirrors, and driving posture. It emphasizes preventive maintenance, proper valve care, clutch use, radiator drainage, and the value of detachable driving mirrors and weather-ready seating for safer, easier motoring.

Hage Martha Sean Valyas Hewitte Wilma Jensen Vinta Renaltx Treaker Point Napa Perapnu Aintine Alycomfort Maine Myer Niny

Curing a Radiator Leak with a Humorous Remedy

A fragmented 19th century advice note describes a remedy to seal a radiator leak. The text mentions Corina, curing, and circulating a substance that hardens on contact with air to stop water loss. The garbled OCR renders the exact steps and terms unclear. The passage hints at household technical guidance framed in period language.

Corina

Portable inflatable boat for water use and war packing

A compact inflatable boat designed for motorists to carry on a running board or luggage rack. When inflated it becomes a small one person craft with a simple onboard motor option or counts on oars. It can be deflated and packed into a 2 by 12 inch canvas valise weighing about 26 pounds. The kit includes an inflating bag and a nozzle end for inflation.

Htm Vallee

Old Age Pensions Lease Extended to August 1932

A House committee discussed extending the Commonwealth lease for Old Age Pensions facilities to August 31, 1932. Mr W Maloney questioned the lack of provision to fund the extension, and Mr Blahelty outlined the lease terms and prospective termination date.

Commonwealth Owned Jeremiace Densidie Staf Anit Aternate Oponuyime Amd Blahelty Wid Age Ionaioe Oiler

Czech deaths spark national debate on self harm policy

A ministerial statement reported widespread concern as Czech forces consider self-inflicted harm among troops as a tactic. The minister stressed economic conditions remain challenging in the country and warned against the policy, calling it harmful to national stability.

Winkowaldl United Matos Eudotite Cuoche Ilevalla

Preventing Rusty Rims and Tire Deterioration

Tips for avoiding rust on wheel rims and tire damage through proper handling. Inspect rims for rust, remove dirt, and ensure tubes are protected. Remove inner tube when changing tires, use chalk on tubes, and cover exposed edges to reduce abrasion and weather impact.

Gudldy

Boat inflation method with running engine

With the engine running slightly faster than idle the exhaust pipe is run over the car to inflate the boat. The process takes about three minutes.

Oil Found Under Floor in Lantney Fire Mystery

Coroner reports a fire incident in Lantney involving Livermool Houre and Joffe's tuasiham. Witnesses describe a strong smell of smoke and a board covered with soot as authorities investigate a possible arson or accidental ignition. The record cites several names and a June timeline, with unclear details due to damaged text.

Liverpool Maul Meyer Jott Aemerit Raward Portormin Omte Che Joffe Jofte Neil Ike Manta Rey

Davis Cup rules face possible biennial changes

Chairperson Mr Joseph Weir of the organizing panel indicated talks may alter competition cadence to every two years. The remarks came amid ongoing debates on format, venues, and pacing for the Davis Cup event, with potential adjustments to scheduling and eligibility under consideration.

Rosebery Races Highlight Notable Winners and Odds

Summary of Rosebery race day results with multiple horses and riders. Winners and payouts listed include Lady Chain, Blue Ensign, Mandic ar, and rookie Manticar. Odds range from 4 to 1 and 10 to 1, with margins noted such as half a length and three quarters of a length.

Blue Ensign Goodmock Aliceworth Winnerla Price Tinie Lauty Tright Line Tao Coe Woyta Yay Dale Lay Prine Fenes Divas Manticar

Moonee Valley Harriers Win Narrow Morning Race

The Moonee Valley Harriers dominate a morning meeting at Meany Valley Track with close finishes. Winners include Diamond Plume by a head over Mind, Time 3.461. Troops and Mira place behind in second and third with tight margins. In other sprints, Great Tho umal wins by a head with Wat and Mind, and Brving Handicap sees a clear win by four lengths with Nird close behind.

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