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Newspaper
Forest Park Review
Location
Forest Park, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1919
Page
6
Barneys Oldfield explains overheating harms power plants and causes, from retarded sparks to carbon deposits. He warns hot weather worsens heat, outlines fixes like cleaning carbon from cylinders, and urges regular maintenance to prevent engine knock and loss of power.
An old Wilmington Journal Republican piece laments reckless fast driving and road noise caused by impatient motorists. It notes manufacturers push smooth quiet cars while drivers modify models to allow louder operation. The column argues such behavior harms the public and demeans road safety.
Guidance on extending air bag life by proper tire molding, clamp screw tightening, and slight turn to reduce cavity stress. Advises against flattening the bag to avoid cracks, suggests weekly warm water to keep the bag moist, and warns not to pull the bag by the tube line.
Study shows motortruck loads beat wagon loads for wheat corn and cotton in 1918. Wheat wagon 65 bushels, motortruck 84. Corn wagon 89 bushels, motortruck 58. Cotton wagon 8.4 to 8.8 bales, motortruck 66 bales. Hauling costs drop to about 15 cents per ton for wheat or corn and 18 cents for cotton per ton mile. Farmers use small trucks, often converted passenger cars, with trailers. tractors pulling multiple wagons are common in several states.
Jimmy Murphy lies in a hospital after an accident and bonds with a nurse Miss Ashby. He speaks of a girl described as sunshine and violets and worries about losing his job. The story follows care from the nurse, a budding family bond, and Jimmy’s hope to return to work.
A Newport- or San Francisco–based ship diary recounts a voyage to Honolulu and Tokahama Japan. A. B. Winterroth describes Pacific waters, northwest winds, and deck crews braving a storm as the vessel sails toward the islands and then Japan, with plans to write from Tokahama if luck allows.
To the business men of Forest Park are you satisfied with your business or do you need new ideas System the magazine of business will tell you about the problems other business men have and how they have met them The September number has interesting and profitable articles on the following subjects Getting the Money for Tomorrow s Heliness How We Saved Our Business What I Have Learned About Managing Men Ideas for the Man Who Sells Ideas for the Man Who Buys How We Found a Cure for Strikes You are invited to read the system at the public Library BNA OFRTLI Librarian
A library catalog shows adult and juvenile sections with numerous titles by authors such as Gregory Judith, Lockhart, Montgomery, Prouty, Sinclair, and Brown. The list includes Weebster When Patty Went to College and Altshaler Quest of the Four among others, plus series and regional works. A separate item notes a forest park visit to Starved Rock with a party from Earlville and Starved Rock conducted by local families.
The Patriotic Service League of Forest Park will host a rally at the Municipal Building on Friday September 12. Millenborn and all girls over sixteen are invited. the gym class meets September 17 at Proviso Township High School. operetta and chorus appearances are noted. Businessmen will gather September 12 at Forest Park State Bank hall to hear a burglar alarm representative discuss offerings.
Epworth League of Community Methods Church at Adams Street and Thermes Avenue starts its year with a 6:30 Sunday evening service featuring special music and a short talk by Saunders. Officers will be elected and all league members and young people are urged to attend for a strong start to the year.
A garbled ad promotes Maywood listings with phrases about versatility and prompt delivery. It mentions calling Maywood 170 for goods delivery and a man aiming to drum up business, though many components are unclear.
Fruit jars in quarts and half gallons offered with jelly glasses in dozens. Jar rubbers and Arm & Hammer soda available, plus vinegar at 25. Read as a local promotional notice highlighting jar sales and related kitchen goods.
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