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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1927
Page
2
A reflective column argues against boycotts over beef prices, urging east west cooperation. It cites shared burdens, warns retaliation harms both regions, and recalls a Brookings clip about rule breaking. It ends with a seasonal reflection on advice, New Year hopes, and varied 1928 business outlooks.
A discussion on tire care warns against patching up decrepit tires. It argues true conservation means maintaining tires from the start to avoid costly repairs and inner tube damage, noting patched casings fail as fabric separation begins and mileage reliability suffers.
An oil indicator in the auto instrument panel is hard to read at night when oil is low. A small dash lamp mounted over the gauge or a mirror on the oil indicator can reflect light from the dash lamp onto the indicator, illuminating it for safer night driving.
A tire test car ran over a large automobile spring. the front tire left the spring balanced to receive the full drive from the rear wheel, driving the spring through the tire and rim to the hub. This explains why rear tires pick up nails objects passed by the front tires and left in position to be snagged.
A 28 story New York skyscraper garage with capacity for over 1000 cars is planned. It will include laundries for cars, chauffeurs rooms and waiting areas. Minor repairs compartments and car cleansing devices will prevent scraped fenders and greasy upholstery. High speed self leveling elevators will park the cars.
Winter driving fear can be reduced by following practical rules. Do not drive as fast as in fair weather. ice and snow prevent quick stopping even with chains and good brakes. Stop to escape ice ruts, or tires may suffer. In a slippery grade keep the brake on and use first or second gear. avoid disengaging the clutch or spinning rear wheels. If skidding turn into the skid and never oversteer. If stuck use burlap bags sand or rope to regain traction. Drive with caution not fear, and apply safety steps to protect yourself and others.
A comparison of universal joints in cars notes metal joints grow noisy as they wear, while fabric joints loosen with use causing the propeller shaft to misalign. At certain speeds fabric joints produce a rumbling, objectionable noise in operation.
A reader warns drivers against riding in street car tracks to beat traffic as it grinds tires. If caught in the rut, twist the steering wheel quickly to exit the track and save side-wall wear.
To set a high-tension magneto the correct cylinder is primed by bringing it to firing position with both valves closed and the piston at top dead center. Verify with a wire through a spark plug. The motor is then backed one eighth stroke and the spark should occur with the lever fully advanced.
A Kansas City Star note reports a Missouri justice of the peace displays a sign in his office forbidding brides from kissing him after weddings. The sign reflects unusual local customs and prompts bemused readers.
The article notes that people engaged in agriculture and the agricultural business buy about one tenth of the nation’s manufactured products, underscoring agriculture's significant role in the economy.
A fragment from the Washington Star quotes Uncle Eben railing against office hours and overwork. The odd phrasing mentions laziness themed zines and a line about taking time to go fishing.
A fragment quotes a view on boasting of one's own righteousness. It notes that speaking to strangers too often can erode the pleasure of old friendships. The line appears in a Washington Star context with an ASAS reference.
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