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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1931
Page
12
A editorialesque piece criticizes driving on the crown of the road and risky habits. It cites cutting in at tight gaps, stopping on bends or junctions, delaying headlight use, and urges drivers to shift to lower gears on descents and use hand and foot brakes alternately on long hills. The tone emphasizes courtesy and safety for travelers in unfamiliar terrain.
The article compares Australian and American motorists, noting Australians favor higher grade petrol. It cites 250 million gallons annual consumption and a potential £2,000,000 yearly saving if Australians used No 2 grade petrol more widely. It argues No 2 grade could perform well in Australia’s temperate climate.
Engineers describe light high efficiency power units built to endure long runs with less fatigue. Modern four cylinders reach 6000 to 7000 rpm, while big cars often run 9000 rpm. Advances include better balance larger valves new cam settings and lighter platinum alloys for piston heads. An Austin recalling 500 miles at 63.4 mph revved beyond 5000 rpm for six hours.
A vintage note explains removing corrosion from a car part by dipping into hot water with dissolved baking soda or caustic soda. Ammonia and water are cited as effective. Heavier corrosion should be scraped before soak to restore the terminals.
An official from General Motors projects a booming U.S. car market after 1929 losses. Replacement demand is seen surpassing three million in 1930, with domestic needs reaching about 3.4 million vehicles. Global vehicle use rises to over 30 million, boosting ownership growth and new buyers in expanding markets.
A man rebukes a garage owner who tells him how to run his car, while a tired mechanic retorts to say engine. The text also notes a future rise in production to 1126 amid population and wealth growth, reflecting a steady upward trend.
South Australian inventor EB W Irwin of Belair claims a turbulator attachment boosts mpg across car makes. The brass induction device uses twisted Velna tubes to aerate and atomize fuel, promising a 45 to 65 mile per gallon gain for Baby Austin and a Morria Minor improvement from 45 to 62 mpg. Irwin, known as Mick Irwin in boxing days, says installation is cheap and quickly pays for itself.
A damaged report notes December 29 as the date of an incident involving Prank Hutkins and a suspect named butlerish figure. It records a court appearance on a Tuesday with details hinting at a first offence and mentions the police statement about a good character.
Market report shows no sales yet this year as opening sale for New Fear is set for January 14. Rabbitekinn market offers prime heavy £9/10 to £10/5 per ton, medium £6 to £7/10, good heavy £8, inferior £4 to £5, with next sale in January 1931. Tallow and hides vary, with prices and notes on market activity, bone and sinew values, and export duties affecting buyers. dullness in lower grades persists across various livestock byproducts.
Notice of Western Annual Stud Ram Sale conducted by McNeilly Crampton and Martin at the Orange show ground on Tuesday February 1st 1692. Catalog lists many studs with names such as Fos Folkiner Bourinbila Heber Cabonde Sity Pk and JoH Kee Sons. Attendees may arrange transport with loading on sale day and must attend with confidence of readiness to purchase.
Heavy smokers urged to stop wasting money and health by using a postal “secutive” remedy. The ad promises a bottle from Australia that suppresses tobacco cravings and removes nicotine poisons, with full directions and limited stock.
A compact wedding notice from Advosate and Graft Printers appears in the invitation program. It lists names and event details in a brief printer’s note style, typical of wedding ephemera from the period.
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