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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1922
Page
6
The article dispels myths about lightning and aerials, arguing that proper air gaps and lightning switches provide safe grounding. It explains why grounded, well insulated aerials reduce danger, notes insurance faith, and describes figures for wiring and grounding, including cage antennas and required licenses for sending stations.
The article explains counterpoise as a method superior to ground for transmitting and sometimes less valuable for receiving on crystal sets. It discusses simple forms, placement, and practical setup using multiple wires or a single wire, with emphasis on alignment to the aerial and insulation. It covers height, supports, and effect on radiation and interference, noting counterpoise does not require a ground lead and can be placed above or below the aerial with careful spacing.
Agricultural notes describe a concrete water trough project with outside formwork, reinforcement rods, and a cement wash interior. It urges well drained ground, level base, and quick wall placement for a watertight result, with material lists and ratios for the final trough size.
A magazine style piece notes vacation wardrobe for travel light. Lightweight outfits in white organdie and navy blue fabrics mix comfort with fashion, offering two sleeveless coats with a cape and simple, cool dresses. Buddy the dog narrates lightheartedly about life with his master and daily routine.
The government telegraph bill will be reduced by several hundred dollars yearly by using the radio net linking almost all army posts to the War department. Major General Squier, chief signal officer, says a corps of signal men will send ordinary messages to post commands via the ether instead of by wire.
The least popular man in the army who wakes troops with reveille could lose his job but the tradition will not end. Plans aim to broadcast all calls by radio instead of bugle.
Practical guidance on aerial spacing of two feet for transmission, better night reception due to ether waves, aluminum replacing copper wire, No 22 enameled copper wire for tuning cars, regenerative tuners using vacuum tubes, loose couplers for selectivity, caution with lighting circuits, encourage study of tuning before condemning, and maintaining storage batteries with distilled water.
Mold on leather can be prevented and cleaned with simple steps. Wipe with a damp cloth or wash with warm water to remove mildew, then oil lightly with castor or neat’s-foot oil and dry well. Regular care keeps leather supple and safe from damage.
Scout I see the sidewalk. Side walk in concrete.
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