Pleasant Time At Jackson Home By Auxiliary
A Jackson home gathering hosted by the Legion Auxiliary on January 16 featured a supper with red poppy table decorations and a large after dinner dance. Guests included numerous local couples and professionals, with plans toward a Washington birthday and charter night at the next meeting. The report also notes a theft incident involving a basket handle and a message urging members to call on neighbors, plus unrelated automotive technical details about the Pontiac Six head.
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Ru Legion Auxiliary
L. E. Jackson
New
Altizer
Cooley
Hall
Chamberlain
Tanserine
Helms
Mer
Nulter
Javvis
Ian
Callahan
Lewis
Soleman
Hockenger
Cole
Fan
Jackson
C. PD. Stevens
Sylvans
Javens
Washington
France
Pontiac Six Introduces New Fuel Pump and Carburetor Upgrades
Motor Car Company showcases the New Series Antiac Six featuring a pump fed fuel system driven from the cam shaft, a vertical carburetor with Venturi choke and Internal Economizer, designed for easier cold weather starts and efficient fuel mixture. Enhanced exhaust and intake passages improve performance and economy.
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Keepig
Imum
Golfers to Meet for Lake County Shield Tournament
The Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce invites Lake County golfers to the shield tournament at St Andrews course Mount Plymouth on Wednesday January 25. An 18 percent handicap event with morning or afternoon play, led by Frank H Heath secretary and organizers Fred MacMahon and Mrs Courtney Helms. Last year’s shield winner Spencer Krigbaum is absent this year. The Mount Plymouth course is praised as the best in the state and is expected to draw a large field. In February the 16 qualifying President Cup will be open to golfers statewide.
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Chamber of Commerce
Lake County
St. Andrews
Mount Plymouth
Mount Dora
Motors Their Care In Rain and Battery Longevity
When a car is caught in heavy rain choose a sloped location so water runs off the rear and away from the engine. Turn off lights to save the battery and use the self starter with the clutch out. Remove the choke before starting to maximize each starter effort. Maintain proper tire inflation for longevity.
Proper Care of Car Finish and Cleaning Rules
The varnish needs time to harden so wash carefully in the first months. Use castile soap with lukewarm water and a hose rather than sponge to avoid scratches. Do not use gasoline. dry with a chamois skin, wrung often in clear water, using long straight sweeps.
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Castile
Castle
Vehicle maintenance guidance for safe driving
The text advises removing flats and re pairing wheels, aligning rims, avoiding bent or rusty rims, not using tight metal chains, promptly repairing tread cuts by a reliable vulcanizer, keeping brakes adjusted, ensuring tires are properly applied, and driving carefully. It emphasizes careful, safe vehicle upkeep.
Tire Wear Tied to Speed And Temperature
Tire wear depends on speed and road surface temperature. Road temperature at 100 degrees Fahrenheit wears tires 500 times more than at 40 degrees. Tires wear 50 percent faster at 40 mph than at 20 mph, and wear rises more with increasing speed. Strict adherence to an inflation schedule reduces wear as tires flex less and generate less internal friction.
Long Tour Planning Rules Emphasize Thorough Car Inspection
Planning long trips requires a full vehicle check with focus on safety features. Even brakes rated adequate for normal driving may fail under extended use and rough conditions.
Safe Touring Car Care Rules for Long Trips
Advice on preparing a car for travel stresses long trips demand reliable steering engine and tires in good condition. Emphasizes steady speed sensible braking descent in low gear and staying alert to danger signs avoiding roadside repairs on the highway.
Safe following and braking tips for wet roads
The guidance advises maintaining at least 30 feet of distance from the vehicle ahead on wet streets. It also notes a properly functioning brake system can stop a car within 50 feet at 20 mph. The text warns to drain the gasoline tank occasionally to remove water and dirt from the chamber.
Summer adjustments for generator and carburetor
The text notes the need to adjust the generator and carburetor for the summer season. It warns to keep shackle bolts well lubricated. neglect can cause bolts to seize and require breaking away with a chisel.
Emergency kit promises fuel safety for long trips
An emergency kit for gasoline oil and water provides assurance and security. It also guarantees the same grade of oil during extended trips.
Golden Triangle Cleaners Announces Cash Only Policy
Mt. Dora note states a business change at Hale White's Grocery Store with Golden Triangle Cleaners announcing a switch to cash only. Credit sales will end. all transactions will be cash going forward.
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Mt. Dora
Hale White
Golden Triangle Cleaners
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