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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1926
Page
4
A dialogue reveals Mr. Fon and Mrs. Fon arguing about a daily Kruschen dose and related irritations. Mr. Fox and Mrs. Fox chime in with taunts as miscommunications and excuses surface about health routines and Kant-like wordplay.
The piece argues for full adjustability of steering column reach and rake as well as brake and gear lever positions to suit individual drivers. It notes current designs often neglect length and reach, hindering steering and pedal operation, and predicts designers will address this to produce more adaptable, comfortable cars. It also reports on a racing car and rubber consumption in motor transport, highlighting cost and efficiency concerns.
The article advises on battery maintenance including checking specific gravity, cleaning corroded terminals, and using acid to adjust electrolyte. It emphasizes testing the dynamo, commutator, brushes, and pipes, then discusses light car qualification noting engine capacity as the main divider from larger cars and describing lightweight designs and tech trends such as front-wheel steering and balloon tyres.
The article quotes Vithjalmar Niefansson and Carl Akeley challenging the common belief that ostriches hide their heads in sand. Drawing on Africa travel reports and Roosevelt, they note no witnesses confirm such behavior and explain sand-bathing serves vermin control, not fear concealment.
The subcommittee reported on dividing the trust district near the railway line for rating. Proposals favored nearer sections bearing heavier rates, with a three zone plan and specific shares. Dr Crick and Dr Gehrmckel led amendments, and H C Hill was appointed secretary treasurer with a vote of thanks.
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