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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1927
Page
6
A readable fragment discusses the open saloon as the car of the future with emphasis on ventilation and comfort. It notes ventilation as essential, critiques rear window options, and compares front seat airflow, temperature control, and traveler comfort across travel conditions.
A discussion on how unequal tire pressures affect steering and wheel diameter, noting front tires should be slightly firmer than rear ones. It describes a British accessory that equalises pressure between two tires via a rubber tube and a central valve, enabling free communication of the tires when connected.
Two drivers Messrs Mayor and Woolward completed a round Australia journey in a Standard Model bicycle style bike, facing sand tracks, dust, and rough roads. They praised Vacuum Oil Company and Plume motor spirit for support and described mental and physical fatigue, including night driving and improvised rest at the Star and Moon Hotel.
John Miller a 13 year old Dundee boy playing on a corporation ground in Glasgow was invited by a girl in charge of a terror dog to strike the animal. He did so and was immediately attacked by the dog delivering a bite that required cauterisation to prevent further injury.
A fragment describes using a gauge to measure sanction pressure and using a pump to inflate both tires equally and to the same extent. It emphasizes precise control to achieve equal tire pressure.
A royal motorist, king Alfonso, props a unique owner-driver lifestyle atop a standard high-class model. His tours span 69 miles per day with over 41 miles traveled per hour average, touching coastal routes and inland roads. The initiative inspires a funded concrete and tarmac program valued at £24,000,000.
A damaged yet readable note explains spark plug points and insulator roles. It notes that spark action wears metal, insulator can foul from carbon buildup due to oil or rich mixtures, and misfiring occurs when the gap is breached or insulator is damaged. Cleaning relies on soft cloth or mild abrasive cleaners. severe wear suggests replacing both plug and insulator.
Officials study illuminated batons for police use to regulate traffic at night. The baton would be white with red and white lights, battery powered, worn by officers on their belts.
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