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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1925
Page
8
The piece argues many car accessories once dismissed as frills now boost safety and efficiency. It cites oil gauges, bumpers, signaling devices, anti skid chains, radiator covers, fuel filters, shock absorbers, and cut outs as investments that reduce risk, improve performance, and raise resale value, with potential insurance savings.
Spring car checkup saves money and keeps value. Restoring a car after a year of driving avoids false economy and reduces future repair costs. A thorough service prevents minor issues from growing into bigger bills and improves riding comfort and resale potential.
A loose windshield glass causes a rattling noise and difficult frame closure. If the gap is not oversized, shellac can seal the opening to grip the glass, applied slowly with a pointed stick or brush to pack tightly and quiet the rattle.
The article explains that water passing over tires usually causes no damage, and brief wetting may even help cooling. The real danger comes from humidity in the air which rots cotton fibers in fabric tires, especially in moist, dark storage. cold tires tolerate humidity better, and storage should be dry and dark.
Shabby tires on good looking cars clutter streets with patched up riskiest wear. Keeping tires running for a few thousand miles nearly pays for new ones. Tire conservation means proper care from the start and avoiding repairs on worn casings. patching worn tires risks inner tube damage and ongoing trouble for motorists.
The article instructs tying in spring leaves to prevent spreading during assembly. It describes gripping the bolt head in a vise, stacking leaves, placing crosswise leaves around ribs like an umbrella, then sliding each leaf into position and tightening the nut. Ends clamps are removed before final assembly.
In a downhill area a motor truck thought at rest on the road’s right side was actually moving uphill in reverse. The driver, startled, nearly lost control while trying to decipher the situation. He had used the reverse gear to pull a heavy load, not expecting such a maneuver.
Austin Texas reports that the state answers mandamus cases about textbook contracts. It claims the state textbook commission did not take the oath of office properly, rendering all related cases void. It argues the state board of education controls contracts and book orders, that suits against the state are not authorized, and that the governor cannot be sued. The denial of contracts hinges on oath issues and changes limits, all actions seen as questions of fact.
Washington Lieutenant General Nelson A Miles, noted Indian fighter and army leader, diplomat and author, died Friday in a circus tent during a pageant. Surrounded by his family, he paused with his wife before collapsing as doctors were summoned.
Austin Texas effort reports the final 14 per capita apportionment payment for the current scholastic year, totaling over $1,000,000, distributed Friday by the state department of education. 107 counties were skipped for missing depository bonds for 1925-27 and two counties, plus two independent districts, failed to file annual statements.
Oklahoma City The State Criminal Court of Appeals on Thursday dismissed the state's appeal in the case against J C Walton former governor. The ruling frees Walton of all charges for diversion of public funds with allegations tied to impeachment articles that led to his 1923 removal from office.
In New Orleans on Friday the bodies of George W. Peckham a 40 year old philosophy professor at Newcomb College his wife Eleanor 35 and their children George Jr 2 and Elizabeth 7 were discovered in the bathroom of the professor's apartment opposite the college. The professor was shot in the left temple and the coroner ruled triple murder with death by self inflicted wound.
Attorney General approves bond issues totaling 145000 for Rotan Italy and Newton independent school districts. Rotan issues 75000 at 5 44 percent and maturing serially. Italy issues 40000 at 6 0 percent. Newton issues 30000 at 5 44 8 percent and maturing serially.
Professor Marcel C. Moreau, inventor of the sun furnace, a device that intensified heat from sun rays, was found dead Thursday in a tent near Redwood City. The furnace device lay in an adjoining tent and Moreau had perfected it to radiate fierce heat.
Austin Texas note the Texas Automotive Dealers Association adjourned after choosing Galveston as the 1926 convention city and reelecting Ellis H Boyd of Fort Worth as president at the ninth annual meeting held Thursday.
General Charles Mangin hero of Verdun died Tuesday and was buried Friday in Montparnasse cemetery with full military honors.
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