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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1930
Page
8
An advertisement touts a Ford with a balanced crank shaft, full jeweled gear box, 18 inch benzine pipes, lead lined benzine tank, visible engine filter, three point suspension, steel welded body, tank and petrol gauge, Houdaille shocks, 18 pound worth parts, five steel wheels, small tyres, rustless radiator, and electric windscreen wiper. It claims four cylinder power, no air filter, and dominance with no competitors.
An article questions why Australians lack unshatterable glass for cars, noting it is common in Britain and abroad at low extra cost. It explains older safety glass structures and issues with edge sealing and celluloid discoloration, and argues for adoption amid balloon cars and glare concerns.
In Toulouse a court delays ruling in the FPessant versus Duminy case for three months. Key figures include Antoine Duminy and Jules Pessant, a horse-shoer. The dispute stems from a hen death after headlights and resulting damages.
The article notes that 1929 saw few radical design changes, but predicts major shifts in 1950. It highlights front-wheel drive, 42 or 16 cylinder engines, streamlining, automatic gearboxes, independent wheel springing, and supercharging as key innovations likely to attract attention and stimulate competition, especially with American manufacturers expanding involvement.
A fragmentary verse exchange notes Mrs Jones fearing betrayal as her husband runs off with the parlor maid. The speaker expresses astonishment at the deception and laments the difficulty of securing good maids.
An unclear report describes a proposed highway over a railroad line in Detroit. The plan suggests the track would be covered or elevated, with four traffic lanes including a 25 foot width lane. Details are fragmentary and the source lacks clear dates or officials.
A garbled OCR style note discusses driving manners and self control. It mentions drivers who lose temper and provoke trouble, stressing calm behavior to avoid incidents and maintain safety on the road.
The report discusses a historic case in America where revenue from a textile cluster is highlighted as a direct opposition to established norms. It notes street congestion and planned ramps around Seattle as part of the broader context and transport impacts. The details are fragmentary but center on economic and regional infrastructure implications.
A detailed guide on cleaning a vehicle without harming the finish. It covers water usage, avoiding harsh cleaners, rinsing periods, and techniques to prevent dullness or spotting while keeping the exterior oil and brightwork intact.
The article argues car sales offer a field to study psychology from a salesman’s view. It notes customers approach showsrooms with mixed feelings and a belief they will be outwitted. A salesman must quickly judge character and disarm a potential buyer before they reveal their weak spots.
Ad Advocate office offers rapid rubber stamp production on demand with quick turnaround for client needs and deadlines.
The article notes how petrol distribution in Australia evolved from relying on imported drums to vast investments by oil companies in depots, wagons, and precise measurement systems. Early motorists had limited options and carried fuel or sent supplies ahead, with high costs and evaporation risks.
Weather dampens Sunday traffic and petrol sales in Sydney. A station owner notes takings over six wet Sundays fell about ten percent from the prior year. Drivers retreat as clouds gather and rains begin, reducing customer flow.
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