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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1926
Page
13
An old classified notice promotes ad space in the Forest Park Review with 50 cents for 28 words and 1 cent per extra word. It notes eligibility for subscribers and directory listings in Forest Park Oak Park or River Forest and mentions agate line display charges and a Forest 800 number.
The notice lists Ernest Reich at 1421 Madison Street Forest Park with contact details including phones for Mercat and related services, indicating a local business listing and inquiry options.
An expert explains how braking deceleration depends on vehicle weight, center of gravity, and brake type. Two wheel versus four wheel brakes shift weight, altering stopping distance. higher center of gravity and heavier rear load reduce effectiveness, while front weight increases braking efficiency.
Report discusses driving hazards on wet pavement with skidding risks. Explains that both brakes must be coordinated and wheels held steady to regain traction, noting front wheel or rear wheel lock can worsen slides. Warns drivers to maintain steady clutch and braking to minimize loss of control on slick streets.
Winter car care avoids costly cooling system damage. Keep vehicles in heated spaces when possible. Drain water from radiator and cylinders if parked for long, and use antifreeze to protect against freezing and radiator jacket cracking. Ensure radiator remains properly filled with antifreeze.
The article outlines antifreeze approaches for preventing radiator freezing, warning against hazardous substances like strong chlorides and kerosene. It details practical steps: drain and flush the radiator, inspect connections, replace leaking parts, and measure water antifreeze proportions using glycerin and alcohol to lower freezing temps. It also notes a four-hour flush, then refill with water, and highlights dangers of improper materials and fumes.
The article lists why speeding a water car is costly and dangerous. It notes accelerated wear on tires and bearings, heat damage to tires and engine, strain on steering gear, and reduced accuracy in steering. It highlights risk to drivers and passengers and nuisance to others, urging moderate speeds for safety and efficiency.
Practical advice on motor car heating in winter stressing radiator exposure readings. Warns against over or under covering radiator louvre plates to prevent engine overheating or excessive cooling. Highlights heat indicator readings as the reliable measure for proper radiator coordination and fuel efficiency.
The article promotes adequate insurance protection with policies from strong reliable companies with nationwide reach and prompt service. It urges readers to seek insurance matters with the agency, claiming their records and representatives are beyond question.
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