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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1927
Page
2
The article discusses practical driving techniques and gear systems of 1925, detailing double clutching, downchanging, and engine power at high revs. It explains how clutches and gear levers interact, with emphasis on smooth engagement, avoiding gear grinding, and techniques to minimize wear during hill starts and downshifts.
The piece notes that car theft costs exceed 50 million dollars annually in the United States and that theft risk varies by make and lock quality. In Detroit, Ford thefts command higher premiums per $100 of insurance than other makes, with simple locks and weak steering-wheel devices correlating to higher rates. Insurance companies state wear and tear is not considered, and drivers who do not bother to operate locks increase risk. Premiums per $100 of insured value cited for 1927 include several named brands and rates.
In a retrospective interview Cary of England manager Mr F Kirby tells our representative Joe reviewine Ue ponithon esay that the standard has proven its worth in Australia and Mantland. He asserts Australian buyers who delayed in January now seek the standard and praise its top performance and value.
A string of short, unclear items on cars, trials, and automotive tech. Mentions a cathedral organ-like Brenna hand car, tyre inside another tyre, carbide-tipped motors, a robust case material, and the English Auto-Cycle Union debating Indian team entry. Also notes on anti-ramming tech, broken spring salvage, and improvised valve-safe washers with limited contact. Limited coherence across items.
An ad touts a cough mixture sold at two shillings for a bottle of Heenzo, to be diluted with water to supply relief for coughs colds croup and bronchitis. It claims equal quality to more expensive brands and notes it is pure and gentle on children.
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