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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 06, 1928
Page
5
The Forbes Advocate reports numerous complaints about glaring headlights. Drivers describe being dazzled by high beams and spotlights, with some motorists shining lights at approaching vehicles. The article notes a state regulation limiting headlight focus to avoid glare beyond 60 yards and urges stricter observance.
The NRMA cites lack of coordination among public bodies over railway gates at Rydal Mere station. Gates reduce roadway width from 20 ft to 15 ft 6 in, prompting Main Roads Board contact with the Railway Department and local council pressure to remedy. Public interest in road user impact is urged in a joint statement.
Drivers touring the country are urged to take every precaution against bush fires. A careless act like discarding a lighted cigarette end from a moving vehicle can start costly fires that destroy feed and crops. Carry an empty cigarette tin and dispose of butts and matches properly.
The article warns campers to fully extinguish fires and clear a wide circle, then cover embers with earth. It also cites NRMA data on tyre wear costs, showing big savings from good roads and urging motorists in New South Wales to support modern surface paving to reduce maintenance costs per mile.
The water conservation and irrigation commission has purchased two Morris Utility Trucks from Williams Bros Ltd for survey work in the country at a total of 145. The commission is pleased with Morris vehicles and standardises on them for field use. Instructions warn about oil levels, engine overheating, and maintenance tips including careful oiling and spot removal on the vehicle finish.
Details emerge on Studebaker and Erskine stock cars sweeping five records at Atlantic City and Charlotte races. Commander car set 24 hour and 1000 mile marks, with 1614.96 miles in 24 hours and 796 minutes 7.4 seconds for 1000 miles, averaging 75.365 mph. Drivers Harry Hurts Ralph Hepburn and Johnny Gleason led the efforts under A A A sanction.
Studebaker and Erskine cars dominate Atlantic City and Charlotte speed events setting multiple stock car records. The Commander, driven by Harry Harts, Ralph Hepburn, and Jimmy Ulragan, surpasses prior marks with 24 hour averages near 75.6 mph and extends total distance by over 140 miles. AAAs sanction confirms the gains amid rain and boards. An Erskine sedan also posts a 24 hour run at 41.8 mph average, plus five additional miles, proving the cars’ mechanical reliability.
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