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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 23, 1927

Page

11

Doped petrol tests show limited effect on engine parts

The Autocar summarises an English motorcycle test over 200 miles using tetraethyl leaded petrol. Results note carbon deposits on valves and a red valve-face stain, but no cylinder wall damage or major corrosion. fuel economy and spark plug condition show mixed impact and potential valve seat wear.

Thie Pont the Autocur Comet Co Pandernath Gwen Ob Usaf Ube Tacoon Noosa

Graham Brothers Seek Control of Paige-DetroIt Motor Car Co

The Graham brothers announce plans to take active management of Paige-Detroit Motor Car Company and invest 8.9 million dollars. They state expansion efforts and partial purchase of Wayne Body Corporation. Reports note Detroit plant output rising and a new six cylinder Dodie Brothers model launched. Also mentions Rickenbacker sale and record auto exports by U.S. industry for March.

Graham Brothers Amin Pes Paige-Detrot Motor Car Company Hiv Ulna Wayn Hody Corporation Dodie Brothers, Inc Esporta Jucceneer Cara Fon United States Unis Rand Amore Pasenmer Droz Volta

Great Britain faces decline in meat and private estates

A damaged clipping notes Britain sees reduced beet consumption and estate sales as heirs face inheritance limits. It mentions a Warwickshire project closing a shaft and a diver recovering an ancient coin from the Florensia shipwreck, highlighting maritime finds and local changes.

Britain

Wikt deuwherries haw con growing a profusion on the railway embankment

The report notes a profusion of growth along the railway embankment at the station in Chotmeld Kent and mentions ps mercer as the source or observer.

Chotmeld Kent Wining Ps Mercer

Altering Engine Power with the Catmbade System

French authority Al Louis Darmblane unveils a Catmbade system that varies cylinder capacity and compression while running. By lengthening or shortening a cosmetic arm, the engine’s stroke adjusts to boost power for hills or acceleration, with economy in fuel and compatibility with various fuels.

Celir al. Louis Darmhlane Ois Woode Schebler Chrysler Oldsmobile

Brake linings and car braking reform in New Zealand

An article notes the importance of brake linings wear and four wheel braking efficiency. It highlights drum surface area, pedal pressure, and overheating as key factors. It cites a New Zealand garage example showing worn linings after 25 000 miles and reports the New Zealand Motor Trade Association growing to 860 members from 14 in 1917, aided by secretary Mr Fo Cousins.

Peugeot Sporting Auckland New Zealand Motor Trade Association Fo Cousins TeLa

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