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Newspaper
Lititz Record
Location
Lititz, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1926
Page
6
Willian L. Travis describes a home built Fireare style radio: site claims minimal static, superior tone, and DX reception rivaling neutrodyne. He notes variable resistance aerial circuit, two adjustable controls, and a 400 ohm potentiometer used for volume and oscillation control.
Tubes vary in characteristics after months of use. Shifting a tube or set of tubes among sockets reveals which are best for radio frequency audio or detector service. The operator can observe the effect immediately by swapping sockets.
The heating system provides the best ground input when a ground wire connects to the radiator, significantly affecting the receiver. Cold water pipes are noted as favorable ground connections.
A cryptic snippet questions why politicians never enter the race and praises the need for a wearable mud guard for those running for office. The line suggests a satirical take on political exposure and public scrutiny.
From early times sunlight was viewed as vital for health. Greeks and Romans exposed themselves to sun to boost mental and physical energy. Ancient peoples used sun exposure as a remedy for various ailments including dropsy and kidney issues.
A portrait once carried from Philadelphia by Major Andre and given to General Grey was sent back to the United States by Matt Grey. He requested it be placed in the White House, and President Roosevelt agreed to have it displayed there.
The Elephanta caves near Bombay are described as sacred by orientals. The name Elephanta comes from a colossal elephant sculpture. Temples are carved from solid rock with natural rock columns left to support the roof, notes Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The article notes kite flying as a national pastime in China, Japan, Korea, and India with bamboo frames and rice paper. It also mentions Malay kites often lack tails and Asian varieties using perforated reeds produce mournful air sounds.
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