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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1929
Page
2
Canberra gardeners are urged to plan holiday plantings with care. The article discusses which plants suit Canberra’s climate, pruning, rose care, and perennials, plus tips on soil, watering, and timing for a vigorous spring and summer display. It notes plant varieties like Clematis and Wrench plants, and emphasizes removing dead wood and strengthening growth while avoiding overwatering in dry periods.
The article describes sowing and planting guidance for a vegetable garden amid heavy rains. It lists crops such as melons pumpkins marrows cucumbers cabbages silver beet cauliflower celery beets and tomatoes and notes rain helps growth. It advises timely work and consulting Practical Gardening for remedies to be published next Saturday.
An article describes two million yeang rubber being planted by Dunlop Rubber Co. in Roeland and a forecast of 5,000 tons yearly. It notes native workers and Chinese involvement, outlines engine and fuel issues, and discusses engine performance during acceleration and combustion in early 20th century motor technology.
A brief old text describes cleaning windshields by mixing paraffin with water and applying with a feather or cloth. It suggests pouring two drops of paraffin into a pan and rubbing the mixture onto the pane, then letting it sit for a few minutes. The readable fragment emphasizes a simple homemaking technique.
A global car census and U S manufacturing claims spark debate over 1950 adoption. Officials warn highway and air safety, traffic conditions, and public-road access will shape design and speed limits. Automakers argue for clearer standards as plans for modern highways advance worldwide.
The fragment discusses oil circulation in modern motorcycles, noting about a quart of oil circulated by engines, contrasting with older machines. It hints at the principle behind lubrication, temperature effects, and the crowded conditions of active service, but the text remains garbled and incomplete.
A report reviews fabric covering for body panels in future vehicles, noting advantages over rigid metal. It highlights French design work and a shift toward pliant, panelled construction, with expectations for 1996 production and ongoing trials in wind tunnel tests and engine integration.
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