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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1937
Page
6
Disjointed OCR note references an estate, a person named rriman, a motor incident, and items including wool and gold. Details are unclear and fragmented, offering only hints of a transaction or inventory. No clear date, place, or individuals beyond vague mentions are readable.
Fragmentary report notes a monumental tree issue affecting four avenues. Officials discuss removal of the tree with plans to take down the land feature, though details are unclear in the readable text.
With Christmas approaching many motorists rush to prepare for long trips. Canberra and Queanbeyan garages offer reliable service and quick checks of brakes steering tyres lamps wipers belts batteries alignment cooling and lubricants to prevent costly breakdowns and ensure safe holiday motoring.
The association warns of overloading in holiday travel with seven people in five seaters. Excess weight strains the vehicle and can cause vital-part failure. Crowded drivers cannot reach hand brake or steer safely, increasing accident risk.
Motorists planning summer trips should ensure tyres are in good condition. Replace worn tyres or patched tubes before long journeys to avoid trouble on hot roads. Abandon worn covers for light work after the peak season.
With Christmas touring season near, motorists prepare for safe travel and camping trips. Guides cover vehicle checks, road safety, packing, and emergency plans to minimize accidents and ensure a smooth holiday journey.
The Royal Automobile Club of Australia urges motorists to learn basic first aid by reading recognized books. It says full professional skill is unnecessary, only knowing what to do and what not to do in emergencies.
Fatigue on long tours comes from staying in one position rather than muscular effort. Use hand throttles, rest feet, shift gears on grades, and employ cooling, ventilation, and properly inflated tires. Take regular five minute stops every two hours and a ten minute nap when alertness wanes. Use adjustable visors and tinted glasses to cut glare.
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